User's Manual

DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED
xxxviii DigiTrak F5 Operator’s Manual
Slots for extended long-range transmitters (19 in./48.26 cm long) must be at least 13 in. (33
cm) long and begin at least 2 in. (5.1 cm) but not more than 3 in. (7.6 cm) from the front of the
transmitter:
Extended Long-Range Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements
Slots for the short-range FS transmitter (8 in./20.32 cm long) must be at least 3.75 in. (9.5
cm) long and begin at least 1.25 in. (3.2 cm) from the front or index cap end of the
transmitter:
FS Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements
Slots for the FC cable transmitter (19 in./48.26 cm long) must be at least 9 in. (22.9 cm) long
and begin at least 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) from the front or index cap end of the transmitter:
FC Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements
The FC transmitter requires the use of the MFCB (multi-function cable box) system to
operate. For more information and complete instructions, see the MFCB operator’s manual
available on our website.
A transmitter must fit snugly in its housing. It may be necessary to wrap the transmitter with
tape or O-rings and/or to use a housing adapter for larger drill housings. Contact DCI
Customer Service for more information.
The index slot in the front end cap of the transmitter should fit onto the anti-roll pin (key) in
the housing for proper alignment. If you cannot get the transmitter and housing to align
Slot position
2 in.
(5.1 cm)
Slot length
13 in. (33 cm)
Front end
Battery
compartment
Slot position
1.25 in.
(3.2 cm)
Slot length
3.75 in. (9.5 cm)
Front end
Battery
compartment
Slot position
2.5 in.
(6.4 cm)
Slot length
9 in. (22.9 cm)
Front end
Wireline end