User's Manual

DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED

DigiTrak F5 Operator’s Manual xxxv

Long-Range Fluid Pressure Transmitter (FPT)

For complete instructions on using the DataLog system for recording pressure-tension data,

please see the DigiTrak LWD DataLog System Operator’s Manual.

For a list of all current DigiTrak Transmitters, see Transmitter Selection on page xxxix.

Batteries and Power On/Off

DCI long-range transmitters require two C-cell alkaline batteries or one DCI SuperCell lithium

battery.

DCI extended long-range transmitters require one DCI SuperCell lithium battery. It is not

practical to use alkaline batteries in extended long-range transmitters because they would

only last a few hours.

The short-range FS transmitter requires one AA alkaline battery or one 1.5 V AA lithium

battery.

Installing Batteries / Power On

DCI transmitters power on as soon as batteries are properly installed. To install the batteries:

1. Use a large slotted screwdriver to remove the battery cap from the transmitter by

rotating it counterclockwise. On an FPT or FS transmitter, grasp and rotate the knurled

cap counterclockwise.

2. Insert the battery or batteries into the transmitter with the positive terminals first.

When using two C-cell batteries, include the battery contact spring that came with the

transmitter as shown below.

Alkaline Batteries Installed with Battery Contact Spring

1.5 V 1.5 V

Fluid pressure sensor ports

(clean after use)

Battery cap

Front end cap

Battery contact spring

Battery cap

Battery

Housing