User's Manual

Transmitter
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 Batteries
The standard-range LT transmitter is powered by two C-cell alkaline
batteries or one DCI SuperCell lithium battery, and the short-range
LS2 transmitter is powered by one AA alkaline battery.
To install batteries into the transmitter, remove the battery cap by
rotating it counterclockwise using a tool such as a large flat screwdriver inserted in the notch in the
battery cap. Insert the batteries positive terminal first, and replace the battery cap ensuring the cap
bottoms out for proper seal.
Transmitter Battery Sta
tus
Display Symbol
The tran
smitter battery symbol at the bottom of the display screen continuously shows the status of the
transmitter battery power using progress bars that decrease as the battery power is used. The battery is
fully charged when it shows seven bars.
Transmitter Housing Requirements
To achieve maximum range and battery life for all of DCI’s transmitters, the slots in the drill housing must
be long enough and correctly positioned. Slot measurements should always be taken from the inside of
the housing. DCI recommends at least three slots equally spaced around the circumference of the
housing. The slots should be at least 1/16 or 0.0625 in. (1.6 mm) wide.
For the standard-range LT transmitter (15.00 in./381 mm long), each slot should begin at least 2.0 in. (51
mm) and not more than 3 in. (76 mm) from the front of the transmitter and must be at least 8.5 in. (216
mm) long (see figure below).
Front
End
Back
End
8.5 in.
216 mm
2.0 in.
51 mm
Slot Position
LT Transmitter Housing Slot Requirements
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