User's Manual

Transmitter
38 DigiTrak
®
F2
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Operator’s Manual
Batteries and Power On/Off
The long-range FX transmitter requires two C-cell alkaline batteries or one DCI SuperCell Lithium Battery.
The extended-range FXL requires one DCI SuperCell battery. Do not use alkaline batteries in the FXL
transmitter; they would last only a few hours.
Never use damaged or non-DCI lithium batteries. DCI SuperCell batteries are manufactured to military
specifications. The use of damaged or lower-quality lithium batteries may damage the transmitter and/or
housing and will void the DCI warranty.
Installing Batteries / Power On
The transmitter is powered on once the batteries are installed properly. To install batteries into the
transmitter, first remove the battery cap by rotating it counterclockwise. Then insert the batteries positive
terminal first into the battery compartment, as shown below. Replace the battery cap, ensuring that it
bottoms out for a proper seal.
C-Cell C-Cell
SuperCell™
Install Transmitter Batteries Positive Terminal First
Use a compatible receiver to verify the signal from the transmitter. Roll, pitch, and a stable signal strength
reading should be observed on the receiver.
Transmitter Battery Status
When using alkaline batteries, the battery status symbol at the bottom of the receiver’s depth mode
screen will indicate the battery life remaining. When using a DCI SuperCell battery in the FX or FXL
transmitter, the battery status symbol will appear full until just before the battery dies.
NOTE: Because the SuperCell battery will appear full until just before it dies, you must track the hours
of use for the SuperCell battery.
Sleep Mode (Automatic Shutdown) / Power Off
The FX and FXL transmitters will go into sleep mode and stop transmitting to conserve battery power if
they are stationary for longer than 15 minutes. To “wake” the transmitter, rotate the drill string.