User's Manual

DIGITAL CONTROL INCORPORATED
DigiTrak
®
F2
®
Operator’s Manual 37
Transmitter
Types of F2 Transmitters
DCI manufactures two different battery-operated transmitters for use with the F2 system: the long-range
FX transmitter and the extended-range FXL transmitter. Both transmit a signal at 12 kHz and provide
pitch readings in 0.1% or 0.1° increments (from 0% to 100% or 0° to 45°).
The transmitter fits inside the drill housing and emits electromagnetic signals that the F2 receiver “hears”.
The receiver converts these signals to display the drill head location, position, and heading on the
receiver and remote display screens. An index slot at the front end assists in proper alignment of the
transmitter in the housing.
The transmitter and receiver must have matching regional designation numbers to ensure that they
comply with local operating requirements. The transmitter’s regional designation number is located inside
the globe icon (
) near the serial number on the transmitter’s battery compartment, as shown in the
photo below. This number must match that of your receiver for proper communication (see startup screen
figure under “Turning on the Receiver” in the Receiver section.)
Long-Range FX Transmitter
The long-range FX transmitter provides a depth range of approximately 65 ft (19.8 m). It measures 15 in.
(38.1 cm) long and 1.25 in. (3.175 cm) in diameter.
Extended-Range FXL Transmitter
The extended-range FXL transmitter provides a depth range of approximately 85 ft (25.9 m). It measures
19 in. (48.3 cm) long and 1.25 in. (3.175 cm) in diameter.
NOTE: The range of any transmitter with any DCI receiver is largely dependent upon the amount of
interference at a job site. The range decreases as interference increases.
Transmitter Serial
Number
Regional Designation Number
(Must Match that of Receiver)
Battery Compartment
Front End Cap with
Temp Dot and Index Slot