8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual CMW® Issue 2.
8500 Tracking System Manual Overview - 1 Overview Chapter Contents Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 • Bulleted Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 • Numbered Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Overview - 2 Serial Number Location Serial Number Location Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Serial numbers are located as shown and displayed briefly in lower left corner of tracker and display screens when units are first powered up.
8500 Tracking System Manual Overview - 3 Intended Use Intended Use The 8500 tracking system consists of an 8500TK tracker, an 8500D remote display, and an 850 series beacon. The system provides advanced locating features to 30’ (9 m) deep. It also provides offset locating and depth capability. The system provides projected direction information and offers a Drill-Thru guidance mode.
Overview - 4 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual FCC Statement - Internal Transmitter FCC Statement - Internal Transmitter FCC ID: ITQ-8500TKR IC: 3598A-8500TKR This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
8500 Tracking System Manual Foreword - 5 Foreword This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch equipment. Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner. If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer.
Foreword - 6 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Issue number 2.0/OM-5/10 Part number 053-1254 Copyright 2008, 2009, 2010 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. , Ditch Witch, CMW, AutoCrowd, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, Power Pipe, Super Witch, Pierce Airrow, The Underground, The Underground Authority Worldwide, and Zahn are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Contents - 7 Contents Overview 1 machine serial number, information about the type of work this machine is designed to perform, basic machine components, and how to use this manual Foreword 5 part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual, and factory contact information Safety 9 machine safety alerts and emergency procedures Controls 13 machine controls and how to use them System Operation 33 procedures for tracking beacon signals Tr
Contents - 8 CMW 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual
8500 System Operator’s Manual Safety - 9 Safety Chapter Contents Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Safety Alert Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety - 10 8500 System Operator’s Manual Guidelines Guidelines Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment: • Complete proper training and read operator’s manual before using equipment. • Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground pipes and cables located and marked before operating equipment. If you damage a utility, contact utility company.
8500 System Operator’s Manual Safety - 11 Safety Alert Classifications Safety Alert Classifications These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you see these words and icons in the book or on the unit, carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT STAKE. Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. Learn what each level means.
8500 System Operator’s Manual Safety - 12 Safety Alerts Safety Alerts Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury. Know location of lines and stay away. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment. Explosion possible. Serious injury or equipment damage could occur. Follow directions carefully. Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 13 Controls Chapter Contents 8500TK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 • Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 • Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 • Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 8500D . . . .
Controls - 14 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500TK 8500TK Icons 1. Beacon battery life indicator 5. Communication indicator 2. Beacon temperature 6. Tracker battery life indicator 3. Beacon roll indicator 7. Frequency indicator 4. Beacon roll value 8. Beacon pitch Item Description 1. Beacon battery life indicator Graphically indicates battery life remaining. If beacon is within 5 minutes of entering sleep mode, a countdown timer will appear below icon. c00ic072t.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 15 8500TK Item Description Notes 2. Beacon temperature Displays beacon temperature and flashes if temperature becomes too high. IMPORTANT: An audible warning is activated when beacon temperature is 155°F (68°C). Icon darkens as temperature rises and temperature is displayed numerically below the icon. 3. Beacon roll indicator Graphically indicates beacon’s roll position. 4.
Controls - 16 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500TK Item Description 8. Beacon pitch Displays pitch of beacon in percent grade or degrees. The arrow behind the value indicates whether pitch is positive or negative.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 17 8500TK Buttons Overview 1. Soft button 3. Soft button 2. Soft button 4. Power button Item Description Notes 1. Soft button Function depends on selected mode and is indicated above button. Button is also used to access quick functions. 2. Soft button Function depends on selected mode and is indicated above button. Button is also used for quick functions. 3. Soft button Function depends on selected mode and is indicated above button.
Controls - 18 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500TK Quick Functions Contrast Adjustment To adjust contrast, press and hold left button (1) and press button 2 to darken/increase contrast or button 3 to lighten/lessen contrast. Backlight Toggle To turn backlight on and off, press and hold left button (1) and press power (4) button. Don’t press power button for more than 2 seconds to avoid turning unit off.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 19 8500TK Menu Overview 1 3 2 1 -+ 3 2 4 501 0.1% 5 6 4 1. Drill-Thru mode 4. System settings 2. Beacon settings 5. Display settings 3. Radio options 6. Service menu Item Description Notes 1. Drill-Thru mode Highlight icon and press select to enter the drill-thru mode. See “Drill-Thru Mode” on page 43. 2. Beacon settings Highlight icon and press select to enter the “beacon settings” menu. See “Beacon Settings” on page 21.
Controls - 20 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500TK Item Description Notes 3. Radio options Highlight icon and press select to enter the “radio options” mode. See “Radio Options” on page 22. 4. Service menu Highlight icon and press select to enter “service menu.” See “Service Menu” on page 22. 5. Display settings Highlight icon and press select to enter the “display settings” menu. See “Display Settings” on page 21. 6.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 21 8500TK Descriptions Display Settings Description Notes LCD brightness Controls LCD backlight intensity. Available settings: 0 (off) to 100 (brightest, default). LCD contrast Controls contrast of LCD. Available settings: -20 (lighter) to 20 (darker), 0 is default. Units Controls displayed units of depth values, temperatures and other numbers. Available distance settings: inches, ft in (default), decimal ft, meters, centimeters. Depth disp.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 22 8500TK Radio Options Description Notes Radio power Turns radio on and off. Available settings: on (default), off. Channel Sets telemetry channel Available settings: 1 (default) through 15 OnGrade channel Sets channel for OnGrade pole communication Available settings: 1 (default) through 3 Tracker Control Enables or disables thrust and rotation of drilling unit. Available settings: Rig ON, Rig OFF (default).
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 23 8500D 8500D Icons 1. Beacon battery life indicator 5. Beacon temperature 2. Beacon roll indicator 6. Beacon roll value 3. Communication indicator 7. Beacon pitch 4. Display battery life indicator Item Description 1. Beacon battery life indicator Graphically indicates battery life remaining. Notes If beacon is within 5 minutes of entering sleep mode, a countdown timer will appear below icon. c00ic072t.eps 2.
Controls - 24 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500D Item Description 3. Communication indicator Indicates tracker and display are communicating properly. Notes c00ic075t.eps 4. Display battery life indicator Indicates amount of battery power remaining for the display. Flashes when batteries need to be replaced. c00ic076t.eps 5. Beacon temperature Displays beacon temperature and flashes if temperature becomes too high.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 25 8500D Buttons Overview 1. Save button 3. Delete button 2. Review button 4. Power button IMPORTANT: • Some icons and functions will change when display is properly connected to TMS Plus. These are shown and explained in the following table. • SD card must be installed and have active log file or display must be connected to TMS Plus to store, review or delete logged data.
Controls - 26 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500D Item Description Notes 1. Save button Press to save data for current pipe. IMPORTANT: Display must have received a depth reading from tracker to save. Send button When connected to TMS Plus or OGMS: Press to send data for current pipe to TMS Plus or OGMS. 2. Review button Press to review previous pipe data. Press again to review pipe before that. Recall button When connected to TMS Plus: Press to review target information for next pipe.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 27 8500D Item Description 3. Delete button Press to delete previous pipe data. 4. Power/Menu button To turn on, press once. Notes Press button less than 2 seconds to access menu. To turn off, press for 2 seconds. si1017a-d.eps Quick Functions Contrast Adjustment To adjust contrast, press and hold left button (1) and press button 2 to darken/increase contrast or button 3 to lighten/lessen contrast.
Controls - 28 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500D Menu Overview 1. File management 4. System settings 2. Time/Date settings 5. Display settings 3. Radio options 6. Service menu Item Description Notes 1. File Management Highlight icon and press select to start new job or review saved job files. See “File Management” on page 31. 2. Time/Date settings Highlight icon and press select to enter the “time/date settings” menu. See “Date/Time Settings” on page 32.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 29 8500D Item Description Notes 3. Radio options Highlight icon and press select to enter the “radio options” mode. See “Radio Options” on page 31. 4. System settings Highlight icon and press select to enter the “system settings” menu. See “System Settings” on page 32. 5. Display settings Highlight icon and press select to enter the “display settings” menu. See “Display Settings” on page 30. 6.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 30 8500D Descriptions Display Settings Description Notes LCD brightness Controls brightness. Available settings: 0 (off) to 100 (brightest, default). LCD contrast Controls contrast of LCD. Available settings: -20 (lighter) to 20 (darker), 0 is default. Units Controls displayed units of depth values, temperatures and other numbers. Available distance settings: inches, ft in (default), decimal feet, meters, centimeters. Depth disp.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 31 8500D File Management Description Notes Active file Indicates name of log file that is currently active. Load file Displays a list of log files currently on the SD card. Select a file to make it the active log file. Create file Creates a new log file and makes it the active file. Delete file Displays a list of log files currently on the SD card. Select a file to delete it. Delete all Deletes all files on the SD card and formats it for use.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Controls - 32 8500D System Settings Description Notes Connect to TMS Plus Activates TMS Plus connected mode. Connect to OGMS Activates OGMS connected mode. Language Controls displayed user interface language. Turn display off and on for language setting to change. Date/Time Settings Description Notes Time format Controls display of time. Available settings: 12 (default), 24 Year Sets year. Month Sets month. Day Sets day. Hour Sets hour.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 33 System Operation Chapter Contents Beacon Tracking Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Walkover Location Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 • Locate Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 • Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Operation - 34 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Beacon Tracking Overview Beacon Tracking Overview Potential radio frequency (RF) hazard. Operating this device within 4” (100 mm) of your body may cause RF exposure levels to exceed FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided. NOTICE: • This device must not be co-located with any other radio transmitter. • The maximum antenna gain is 2.5 dBi. The tracker has two modes: walkover location and drill-thru.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 35 Setup Setup 1. Install battery in beacon. 2. Place beacon in beacon housing away from metal objects. 3. Set up beacon and tracker 10’/305 cm (A) apart, as shown. 4. Select “Beacon Calibration” in “Beacon Settings” menu and follow prompts. See page 21. IMPORTANT: • Error conditions will be reported onscreen below diagram. • Pressing “clear” button will restore factory default. This will not provide accurate depth and offset measurements.
System Operation - 36 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Walkover Location Mode Walkover Location Mode Locate Screen 1. Field balance bar 4. L/R button 2. Signal strength 5. Send button 3. Locate arrows 6. Depth screen button Item Description Notes 1. Field Balance Bar Indicates tilt of tracker (hollow circle) and magnetic field balance (solid circle). Beacon is properly located when both circles are located in the square in the center of the bar and fore/aft arrows form diamonds. 2.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 37 Walkover Location Mode Item Description Notes 3. Locate Arrows Indicate fore-aft direction to move antenna pod to locate beacon plane. Longer arrows indicate the tracker is a greater distance from beacon plane. Arrows change to diamonds when antenna pods are in beacon plane. Advanced depth features are available when both arrows or diamonds are solid. 4. L/R Button Press and hold to display projected direction.
System Operation - 38 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Walkover Location Mode Procedure Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. NOTICE: Do not stand or walk over the bore path while drill string is moving (during drilling and backreaming). The 8500 tracking system provides three ways to locate a beacon using walkover location mode. Choose which method to use based on your tracking situation.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 39 Walkover Location Mode Advanced Location If beacon depth is less than 30’ (9 m), use advanced location procedure to position tracker over beacon. 1. With tracker perpendicular to bore path, follow locate arrows to beacon plane. 2. Place tracker on the ground and press DEPTH button. If desired, move tracker side-to-side until offset is at 0. 3. Press SEND button to take depth reading and send it to display.
System Operation - 40 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Walkover Location Mode Depth Screen 1. Tracker tilt indicator 4. View button 2. Depth 5. Send button 3. Locate mode button 6. Left/right offset Item Description 1. Tracker tilt indicator Graphically represents the tilt of the tracker antenna pods with a numeric reading to the left of the visual representation. 2. Depth Displays vertical depth measurement. 3. Locate mode button Press to return to locate screen. 4.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 41 Walkover Location Mode Item Description 5. Send button Press to send depth to remote display. Notes Press for 1/2 second to get average with 0.1” (1 cm) resolution and send depth to display. Continue pressing for continuous average. Release to send depth to display. 6. Left/right offset Indicates left/right offset with respect to center of beacon and middle of tracker handle. Tracker provides both graphical and numeric offset information.
System Operation - 42 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Walkover Location Mode Sample Screens Depth screen, standard view Beacon is pitched down at 0.5%, is offset from tracker 9” to the left and is 2’ 3.3” deep. The tracker is level to the ground. Depth reading bar will become solid as values are averaged. Once it is solid, the value is locked and sent to remote display. Depth screen, side view Beacon is pitched down at 0.5%, is directly below the tracker and is 2’ 3” deep.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 43 Drill-Thru Mode Drill-Thru Mode Drill-Thru View Screen 1. Pitch 4. Projected depth 2. Horizontal distance 5. Locate mode button 3. Current depth 6. View button 1. Pitch Displays pitch of beacon in percent grade or degrees. The orientation of the icon indicates whether pitch is positive or negative. 2. Horizontal distance Displays distance from beacon to tracker. 3.
System Operation - 44 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Drill-Thru Mode Beacon View Screen 1. Horizontal distance 6. Current depth 2. Direction indicator arrows 7. Locate mode button 3. Signal strength 8. Current depth indicator 4. Steering correction arrow 9. View button 5. Projected depth 1. Horizontal distance Displays distance from beacon to tracker. 2. Direction indicator arrows Indicates beacon direction relative to the tracker. 3.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 45 Drill-Thru Mode 7. Locate mode button Press to return to locate mode. 8. Current depth indicator Indicates current position relative to tracker. 9. View button Press to switch between drillthru and beacon view. Procedure Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. NOTICE: • If location and depth are critical, confirm by hand-digging.
System Operation - 46 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Drill-Thru Mode Sample Screens Drill-Thru View Beacon View Beacon is approaching tracker pitched down 11.2%. Beacon is 27” deep and the projected depth at tracker is 30”. The horizontal distance to the tracker is 31”. The beacon must be steered to the right to pass under the tracker as indicated by the arrow in the center of the Beacon View.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual System Operation - 47 Drill-Thru Mode Drill-Thru View Beacon View Beacon is approaching tracker pitched up 82.2%. Beacon is 36” deep and the projected depth at tracker is 9”. The horizontal distance to the tracker is 32”. The beacon must be steered to the left to pass under the tracker as indicated by the arrow in the center of the Beacon View. The arrow will get longer as beacon gets farther off target and shorter as it gets closer to the target path.
System Operation - 48 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Drill-Thru Mode CMW
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Tracking Concepts - 47 Tracking Concepts Chapter Contents Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 • System overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 • Beacon plane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 • Drill-Thru . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tracking Concepts - 48 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Theory of Operation Theory of Operation System Overview The 8500 tracking system uses a magnetic field generator in an 850 series beacon and two receiving antenna pods in an 8500TK advanced tracker to determine beacon position. The tracker detects the generated magnetic field and calculates the beacon’s position. Downhole information is relayed from the beacon to the tracker.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Tracking Concepts - 49 Theory of Operation Drill-Thru The tracker calculates the beacon’s current depth, horizontal distance to the tracker and the predicted depth at the tracker position. The tracker allows you to drill toward, under and away from the tracker while providing depth and horizontal distance. The horizontal steering guides the operator to the intended bore path, assuming a straight line along the tracker.
Tracking Concepts - 50 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Ghost Signal Responses Ghost Signal Responses The locate arrows will change direction and point away from the beacon (as shown) as the tracker reaches a ghost signal. The distance from the beacon plane to the ghost signals increases with increasing depth. To avoid locating ghost signals, rotate tracker parallel to bore path (shown below) and watch the solid circle in the field balance bar to get near the beacon plane.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 51 Systems and Equipment Chapter Contents 8500TK Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 8500D Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 850 Beacons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 • Sleep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 • Dual frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Systems and Equipment - 52 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500TK Status Messages 8500TK Status Messages Messages that communicate tracking system information requiring user intervention or provide important operation information appear in the top center area of the display as shown. Message Description Solution SATURATED Signal from beacon or other noise is too large to receive accurate signal. Move tracker away from beacon (at least 2’/610 mm) or eliminate noise source. Auto-Gain Active...
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 53 8500TK Status Messages Message Description Solution No Comm Beacon signal is too weak to communicate with tracker. 1. Ensure beacon and tracker are operating at same frequency. 2. Move tracker within range of beacon. 3. Ensure beacon is not asleep. Out of Range Beacon is out of range for requested features. Beacon must be within within 30’ (9 m) of tracker for advanced features. Move tracker within 30’ (9 m) of beacon.
Systems and Equipment - 54 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500D Status Messages 8500D Status Messages Messages that provide important operation information appear in the top center area of the display as shown. Message Description Solution SATURATED Signal from beacon or other noise is too large to receive accurate signal. Move tracker away from beacon (at least 2’/610 mm) or eliminate noise source. Auto-Gain Active... Tracker’s auto-gain feature is active.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 55 850 Series Beacons Message Description Solution BEACON HOT Beacon is reporting temperature above 155°F (68°C). Permanent damage is imminent. Stop rotation, pull back 3’ (915 mm) and continue drilling fluid flow until beacon cools down. 850 Series Beacons Sleep 850 series beacons enter sleep (power-saving) mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. Rotate the beacon at least 3 times at 1 rotation per second to wake the beacon.
Systems and Equipment - 56 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 850 Series Beacons Dual Frequency Select operating frequency when batteries are inserted or downhole. Select at Power Up The orientation of the flat top on the forward isolator when batteries are installed determines frequency. • If flat top (shown) is up, beacon will operate at 11.2 kHz. • If flat top is down, beacon will operate at 1.75 kHz. Switch Downhole 1. Allow the beacon to enter sleep mode. 2.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 57 850 Series Beacons Li-ion Battery Pack Handling • Avoid shorting the battery. • Do not immerse in water. • Do not disassemble or deform the battery. Never use a battery that appears to have suffered abuse. • Do not expose battery to fire. Do not dispose of the battery in fire. • Avoid excessive physical shock or vibration. Charging • Battery must be charged in an appropriate charger only. Never use a modified or damaged charger.
Systems and Equipment - 58 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 850 Series Beacons LCD Indication Capacity LCD Segments The battery displays its current charge condition. Each LCD segment represents 20% of the battery capacity. If the battery pack has been fully discharged, there will be no LCD indication. Battery Calibration Calibration adjusts the battery’s fuel gauge to maintain an acceptable level of accuracy.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Systems and Equipment - 59 Data Transfer Data Transfer Via Cable Follow prompts in TMS Plus or OGMS. Connect cable at connector (shown). Via SD Card 1. Remove cover (shown). 2. Press SD card down. Card will pop up. 3. Remove card from slot. 4. Transfer data to TMS Plus or OGMS and install SD card in display. 5. Install cover.
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8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Service - 61 Service Chapter Contents General Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 As Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Service - 62 General Care General Care Under normal operating conditions, tracking system components need only minor maintenance. Following these care instructions can ensure longer equipment life: • Do not drop the equipment. • Do not expose the equipment to high heat (such as in the rear window of a vehicle). • Clean equipment with a damp cloth and mild soap. Never use scouring powder. • Do not immerse in any liquid.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Service - 63 As Needed Charge/Change Li-ion Battery Pack Use one Li-ion battery pack in tracker. Charge or change battery pack as needed. See “Li-ion Battery Pack” on page 57. 1. Remove battery caps. 2. Insert battery pack as shown. 3. Install and tighten battery caps. 4. Check operation.
Service - 64 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual As Needed Display (in Case) Change Batteries IMPORTANT: Do not mix new and used batteries. Do not mix battery brands. Use 6 C-cell alkaline batteries in cased display. 1. Open battery cover. 2. Insert batteries as shown. 3. Close and tighten battery cover. 4. Check operation. Beacon Change Battery Use one lithium or one Power Stick battery in beacon. 1. Remove battery cap. 2. Insert battery as shown. 3. Install and tighten battery cap. 4.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Specifications - 65 Specifications Chapter Contents 8500TK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 8500D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 850 Beacons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications - 66 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500TK 8500TK Dimensions U.S. Metric H Height 6.4” 163 mm L Length 13.2” 335 mm W Width 35.5” 902 mm Operating weight 8.3 lb 3.8 kg Operation U.S. Metric Operating temperature range -4°F to 122°F -20°C to 50°C Operating modes: 1.75 kHz beacon, 11.2 kHz beacon U.S. radio channels: 14 U.S. radio frequency: 466 MHz (U.S.) Non-U.S.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Specifications - 67 8500TK Batteries Alkaline 6 C-cell primary or Ni-MH rechargeable Life (use at 70°F/21°C): approximately 8 hours Li-ion pack Inspired Energy NF2040HD Life (use at 70°F/21°C): approximately 14 hours Battery saver: unit shuts down after 5 minutes if no key is pressed and no beacon communication is detected. This feature can be disabled in a menu setting.
Specifications - 68 8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual 8500D 8500D Module Only U.S. Metric Operating weight 2.5 lb 1.1 kg Power input: 6.5V DC - 16V DC @ approximately 150 mA Interface connectors: USB-B Data storage: SD card U.S. radio channels: 14 U.S. radio frequency: 466 MHz (U.S.) Non-U.S. radio channels: 1 (Finland), 2 (Belgium/Hungary/India, Argentina/Portugal/Spain), 3 (Denmark), 4 (Australia/New Zealand), 11 (U.K.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Specifications - 69 850 Series Beacons 850 Series Beacons Dimensions U.S. Metric L Length 17.6” 447 mm W Width 1.5” 38 mm Weight 2.2 lb 998 g U.S. Metric 850B/850BG 50’ 15.2 m 850BH/850BGH 60’ 18.3 m 850BD/850BGD (11.2 kHz) 50’ 15.2 m 850BD/850BGD (1.75 kHz) 30’ 9.1 m 850BHD/850BGHD (11.2 kHz) 60’ 18.3 m 850BHD/850BGHD (1.75 kHz) 40’ 12.
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8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Support - 71 Procedure Support Procedure Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction or failure of Ditch Witch equipment. Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of your equipment purchase. This information should be recorded and placed on file by the owner at the time of purchase. Return damaged unit to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration if in warranty time frame.
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Warranty - 72 Limited Product Warranty Policy Warranty Limited Product Warranty Policy Warranty Periods New Product A twelve-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user: trackers, remote displays, receivers, transmitters, radars, fault finders A six-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user: directional and locate beacons A three-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user: accessories: cables, clamps, canoes, bags,
8500 Tracking System Operator’s Manual Warranty - 73 Limited Product Warranty Policy Details and Exclusions • The warranty includes only Ditch Witch Electronics products and accessories that are manufactured and distributed by Ditch Witch Electronics. The warranty compensates on defects in material or workmanship. • Defects will be determined through inspection by Ditch Witch Electronics or authorized repair centers.
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