DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger | UTM-00330 | Rev 5 SVN 34374B | 2019 2019/01/17 APPROVER:_________________________________________________ Vinesh Naidoo yyyy/mm/dd APPROVED
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................................ 2 1 USERS OF THIS MANUAL ............................................................................................. 6 1.1. PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................................................... 6 1.2. END USER............................................
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 3.2.11. 3.2.12. 3.2.13. 3.2.14. 3.2.15. 3.2.16. 3.2.17. FN key........................................................................................................................................ 14 USB connector port ................................................................................................................... 14 Battery........................................................................................................................................
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 7.7. 8 CHECK PATTERN ........................................................................................................................................ 48 VIEW DESIGN ............................................................................................................... 50 8.1. VIEW DESIGN SOFT KEY OPTIONS .............................................................................................................. 50 8.2. LIST DETONATORS .............................
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 11.2.2. 11.2.3. Test Single detonator ................................................................................................................. 84 Test All/Test Row ....................................................................................................................... 84 11.3. BASIC CAUSES OF LEAKAGE ....................................................................................................................... 86 11.4.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This manual details the operation of the DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger. This manual is only to be used for the DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger and the applicable software version as displayed. Only trained personnel, and personnel found competent, are allowed to operate the system. Users of the system shall be aware of the recommended procedures for using the DriftShot® BCU System as per manufacturer’s recommendations.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 ELECTRONIC DETONATORS ARE TOTALLY DIFFERENT TO CONVENTIONAL ELECTRIC DETONATORS AND ABSOLUTELY NO CONNECTION WITH CONVENTIONAL ELECTRIC DETONATORS OR ANY OTHER ELECTRONIC DETONATORS IS POSSIBLE AS IT CAN LEAD TO UNINTENDED INITIATION. ALL USERS OPERATING THE ELECTRONIC INITIATION SYSTEM SHALL HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE SPECIFIC TRAINING BEFORE PERFORMING ANY WORK WITH THE DEVICE(S). DO NOT USE ANY DEVICES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR THIS TYPE OF ELECTRONIC DETONATOR.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 All equipment in the field will need to be returned to DetNet, or its repair centres, for service at the following intervals: Handheld Equipment (Tagger, etc.) – 18 Months. Other equipment (Excluding accessories) – 24 Months. Do not apply undue pressure to the LCD screen as this could damage or cause a malfunction.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE statements are used throughout this manual to emphasise important and critical information. Observe these statements to ensure safety and to prevent product damage. The statements are defined as follows: A WARNING MEANS THAT INJURY OR DEATH IS POSSIBLE IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT OBEYED. Warnings draw special attention to anything that could injure or kill the reader/user. Warnings are generally placed before the step in the procedure they relate to.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. Antenna gain must be below 30 dBm This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements de la IC pour un environnement non contrôlé.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger is a lightweight device, which is powered by an internal rechargeable 3.7V Lithium Polymer cell and has a backlit screen and keypad. The keypad has numerical keys, 4 functional Soft Keys and various other command keys. An upgrade to the current CE4 Tagger has been implemented and a containing “Grid” is now fitted over the existing keypad.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Harness wire terminals Pogo Pin Connector Blue Status LED White Charge LED Red Error LED LCD Screen Soft Keys Navigation keys (yellow arrows) Enter key Backspace key Escape key ON/OFF key Numerical keys USB connector Page 12 of 91 DetNet South Africa Copyright © 2019
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The Harness wire terminals are used to connect to the lead-in harness wires. The 2-Wire connector is used to connect a single DigiShot® Plus detonator while testing and tagging holes. STATUS LED – A Blue circular LED which indicates successful tests or operations result status. CHARGE LED – A White DetNet Swirl shaped LED which indicates that the Tagger is charging. ERROR LED – A Red triangular LED which indicates when an error is present. The LCD screen displays 128x128 pixels.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Pres the ON key to switch the Tagger on. Press and hold the FN key, and then press the ON key to switch the tagger OFF. To save battery power, the DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger turns off automatically after a set period of idle operation. The auto power-off time can be adjusted. The FN key is a Function key that is used in conjunction with other keys to perform specific functions. The USB connector port allows for software upgrades and charging of the rechargeable battery via the connector.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 LEDs will illuminate to visually signal a change to the user. A round blue LED ( ) and a triangular red LED ( ) will illuminate under the following conditions: Successful tests or operations result in the blue LED illuminating until a new operation is performed or until the screen is exited. Unsuccessful tests or operations result in the red LED illuminating until a new operation is performed or until the screen is exited.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Menu navigation is performed by directly pressing the associated menu item number key. This is indicated to the user by the ‘123’ keyboard mode shown in the top bar. Pressing escape will normally navigate to the previous menu. In some screens, such as Tagging, other keyboard modes may be appropriate e.g. an arrow notation may be displayed to indicate options on the screen may be incremented or decremented using up and down arrow keys.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The CE4 Tagger screens support standard conventions of interaction as detailed below: When a default number is displayed on the screen, any numeric keyboard input will replace the existing number entirely. Pressing Enter will move to the next field, if any Pressing Escape will exit the numeric field and consequently also the active screen if it cannot continue without the required input. The Backspace key will delete the rightmost character, including that of a default number if present.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Only channels currently in use will be displayed and this function will not alter the operation of any other menus. A quick-access information screen is available in all menus. Press the “#” key to view system notifications (If any) and quick info. The following system notifications will be displayed: Low Battery. High Humidity, Charger Error, Charging Fault.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The External Battery Pack is an optional extra to increase the capacity of the internal battery when operating in sub-zero temperatures or other environments that demand extended operating times. The Internal Heater Pad can operate with the internal polymer battery, independently of the external battery pack, and will switch ON when the temperature drops below -15°C.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The Top Connector contains the pogo pins used for connecting and tagging the detonators. It also consists of the Harness wire terminals, used to connect detonator harness wires. The Replaceable Top Connector may be ordered separately. The Tagger’s top connector may be ordered separately and is easily replaceable should the contacts become worn and / or damaged through prolonged use. Always keep the contacts clean and free of contamination.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger uses a rechargeable 3.7V Lithium Polymer cell. The Tagger battery compartment is sealed to prevent moisture ingression and condensation, which could cause corrosion and or short circuits within the tagger resulting in a possible malfunction or an unreliable Tagger. The Tagger is IP 57 rating tested. No detonator shall be connected to the Tagger whilst the DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger is connected to a charger.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Once the battery has discharged to 9%, the tagger will display the following icon next to the clock indicating a low battery condition. The DigiShot® Plus Tagger will automatically switch off when the battery capacity drops below 3%. (The CE4 Tagger will display a warning at 9% and switch OFF at 3%). Press on Tagger keypad to view error message Low Battery! will be displayed Press Exit to return to previous screen.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 1. Press the ON key. 2. The splash screen will display for approximately 1.5 seconds during the tagger boot sequence. 3. The system name is displayed. 4. The software release and hardware version number is displayed. Release 34374B Hardware ver .3 5. The user must acknowledge the disclaimer before proceeding. 6. Acknowledge by pressing the Soft Key. The charging screen is only displayed when the tagger is plugged into a USB, Wireless charger, external battery pack, or charging source .
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 9. Main Menu screen will be displayed. 10. Press and hold key and then press the key to power OFF the Tagger. IN THE EVENT OF THE SOFTWARE NOT RESPONDING TO THE KEY IN COMBINATION WITH THE KEY, IT IS POSSIBLE TO FORCE THE TAGGER TO POWER OFF BY PRESSING AND HOLDING THE FOR AT LEAST 10 SECONDS TO POWER KEY OFF THE TAGGER.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to erase the existing detonator list in order to start a new blast. Before tagging a new installation, the memory must be cleared of the previous detonator list to avoid conflicts with the new detonator list. 1. Main Menu Press 2. Clear Memory Press Press to select New Design. Soft Key to clear detonator list. Soft Key to exit option and return to Main Menu. 3. Warning. If YES was selected, Det List Cleared will be displayed briefly.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to assign a position to one detonator at a time. The position is either a combination of a side (left/right), a row number (1-63), a hole number (1-127) and detonator number in a decked hole (1-15) OR a Special – an out-of pattern detonator (1-255). 1. Main Menu Press to select Tag Detonators. 2. Tag Detonators Warning Press Soft Key to acknowledge warning. 3. Tag Side Press Press Soft Key to tag only on one side. Soft Key to tag both sides. 4.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This screen will only be displayed if the option to tag on one side only was selected. 5. Tag Detonators Use the numerical keypad to enter number of detonators used in each hole. Press to confirm. Maximum of 15 detonators per hole.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Left / Right Mode - This function enables the user to select the side being tagged based on the blast plan. Select / Soft Key to toggle between Left and Right side. The Tagger will display the selected side. This screen will only be displayed if the option to tag on both sides was selected. The Function key may be used to select the required side while in the Tagging mode as follows: Press and hold key while pressing the / Soft Key to toggle between sides.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Tagging Mode - When A is displayed Auto tagging mode is active. Pressing the Soft Key again will toggle the mode to manual mode indicated by Ax.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Maximum Dets per Hole The maximum dets per hole setting is requested when the user enters the tagging menu but can also be changed while in the tagging menu. Press and hold the key while pressing the or ’ key to adjust this setting. A message will display the new Maximum Dets per hole setting. View Det List While in the Tagging menu, the user has the option to view the detonator list.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to select the side being tagged based on the blast plan. The location of the Initiation Point is determined and the blast divided according to a left-right convention or single side convention. Free Face Initiation Point (IP) LEFT side RIGHT side To change sides of Initiation Point Press / Soft Key to toggle between Left and Right side Tagging left-hand side Tagging right-hand side The Tagger will display the selected side.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to tag detonators in out of pattern holes or out of sequence holes. The DigiShot® Plus detonators in those holes are referred to as SPECIALS. They are treated as a separate group and are numbered sequentially. Absolute delays must be manually assigned to Special detonators according to the blast plan. It is important when tagging Specials to clearly mark their location and delays on the blast plan. This will ensure that correct delays are assigned later.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 In a blast plan that allows for multiple rows, row allocation refers to the particular row that a DigiShot® Plus detonator is located in. Free Face Row 1 Row 2 Row 3 Row 4 LEFT side RIGHT side Rows can be tagged in any order. Row numbers have to be manually changed. ROW denotes row number being tagged. Press to increase row number. Press to decrease row number. When tagging, ensure the row number is selected according to the blast plan.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 In a blast plan each hole is allocated a position number in each row. Hole allocation refers to the particular hole a DigiShot® Plus detonator is located in. All holes should be tagged in order to ensure detonators are not excluded during the tagging process.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This option enables the user to perform multiple deck blasting where more than one detonator is allocated per hole. In a blast plan a hole can be set up for decking up to a maximum of 15 DigiShot® Plus detonators per hole. Decking allocation refers to the position of a DigiShot® Plus detonator inside a hole. Free Face LEFT side RIGHT side When more than one detonator is placed into a hole, two tagging modes are available: Load per hole, and Load per deck.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to auto increment and decrement hole numbering while tagging i.e. after a hole is completed, the location hole number will increment or decrement automatically as selected in anticipation of the next hole to be tagged. Manual mode enables the user to manually increment and decrement the hole numbering for each hole. At the end of a row, the row number and increment/decrement may need to be manually adjusted before tagging the next row.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to Tag one detonator at a time by connecting the detonator to the top connector on the DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger as follows: Connect detonator. Press to tag detonator. LABELLED OK indicates detonator successfully tagged; followed by a single beep and the blue LED will illuminate. Continue to next detonator by adjusting the position using the navigation keys as desired.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to test the integrity of a string of DigiShot® Plus detonators that have been tagged. The Tagger will test DigiShot® Plus detonators connected on the Harness wire that correspond with tagged detonators in the Detonator list. DigiShot® Plus detonators connected to the Harness Wire, which are not in the detonator list, will be ignored. Use Autosearch or Check Pattern to locate newly connected detonators.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 4. Test all detonators against the list Failed detonators will be displayed Total amount of detonators will be displayed Press Soft Key to continuously repeat test. Press Soft Key to stop continuously repeating test The information bar at the bottom of the Tagger screen displays the CURRENT state i.e. the Soft Key tick indicates that it is repeating and the cross indicates that it is not repeating. Refer to View Design section for further information.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to test the integrity of one or more rows, of DigiShot® Plus detonators that have been tagged. The Tagger will only test detonators connected on the Harness wire that correspond with tagged detonators in the Detonator list. DigiShot® Plus detonators connected to the harness wire that are not in the detonator list will be ignored. Use Autosearch or Check Pattern to locate newly connected detonators. 1. Main Menu Press 2. to select Test Menu.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 5. Side selection Side selection option is available only if multiple sides are present on the particular row. Use to toggle between Test left only, Test right only or Test both sides Press Press 6. Soft Key to save to continue. Test Row Test all detonators in the row. Failed detonators will be displayed. Total amount of detonators will be displayed. Press Soft Key to continuously repeat test.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to test an individual DigiShot® Plus detonator. 1. Main Menu Press to select Test Menu. 2. Test Menu Ensure that the detonator is connected to the Tagger Pogo Pin connector. Press to select Test Single Det. 3. Test Single Det Tagged location is displayed. If the Detonator contains a wire length, this value is displayed. This value is displayed in meters and feet. Press Soft Key to continuously repeat test.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to build a detonator list based on detonators that respond when tested within a given search area. This function is normally used when more than one DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger is used to tag detonators. Autosearch combines all detonators found into one detonator list. A new detonator list will be created and the previous detonator list will be erased. In multi-channel mode, only the detonators in the selected channel will be erased. 1.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Use numerical keys to enter the Start row number on which to start the search. Press to continue. Use numerical keys to enter the Last row number on which the search will end. Press to continue. Use numerical keys to enter maximum detonators per hole to search for. Press to continue. Use numerical keys to enter maximum special detonators to search for. Press 5. to continue.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 6. Autosearch -Untagged detonator The Tagger will check for Untagged dets and will automatically stop when an untagged detonator is located. Press to continue. 7. Autosearch Autosearch will only search from the first to the last row, and will search up to the special detonators as specified. The Tagger will create a new detonator list from the search results. Each detonator is individually checked, starting from the start row e.g. Row 1, Hole 1, Det 1.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to perform a current measurement and a leakage measurement test. High leakage levels can result in potential misfires of the DigiShot® Plus detonators. Refer to the scalability chart contained in UTM-00329 - Additional System Information for detailed information. Leakage is measured in milli-amps (mA) Low leakage - below 0.5mA. Leakage higher than 0.5mA is considered problematic and may result in blasting problems.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to test for Untagged Detonators connected to the harness wire. These are DigiShot® Plus detonators that have not been assigned a location and are connected to the harness wire. While performing an untagged test, a leakage test is also included. This function may be used to repeatedly perform the test, thus assisting to diagnose problems while connecting detonators to the harness wire. 1. Main Menu Press to select Test Menu. 2.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to search for connected DigiShot® Plus detonators and to compare the results of the search against the stored Detonator List. It performs the same steps as an Autosearch except for the following: Check Pattern does not overwrite the Detonator List. Check Pattern generates a list of detonators that should correlate with the existing detonator list. Check Pattern generates a list of Missing detonators that were not found when compared to the detonator list.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 4. Untagged detonator found The Tagger automatically stops when an untagged detonator is located. Press to continue. 5. Check Pattern Check pattern will search from the first row specified to the last row specified and the maximum number of special detonators in the list or as found taking bad holes/detonators into account. 6. Check Pattern After Check Pattern function completed, the Tagger displays total detonators. Tagger also displays Test Complete or Issues Found Press 7.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Filter Mode Press Soft Key to toggle between: • List Detonators • List New Detonators • List Missing Detonators • List Bad Status Detonators Next / Previous Page Mode . This function enables the user to scroll to the next or previous page. Press the Soft Key to scroll to the next and the Soft Key to scroll to the previous page. Sort Mode Press the order.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 View Row List When in the View Row List, this function enables the user to scroll to the next or previous row. • • • Press the 6 Key to scroll to the next Row. Press the 4 Key to scroll to the previous Row. Use Soft Keys to navigate pages and sort/filter the view as required. Test Single Det In the Detlist View menu, the user has the option to test a single detonator (Connected to the pogo pin connector) by pressing the minus/power key.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The list will indicate both detonators that existed in the original list and any new detonators that may have been found. The list also includes any missing detonators. 1. Main Menu Press to select View Design 2. View Design Menu Press to select List Detonators 3. List Detonators The List Detonators screen will be displayed Use Soft Keys to navigate pages and sort/filter the view as required.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This screen lists the DigiShot® Plus detonators that were not found during the Check pattern test (or test all). 1. Main Menu Press to select View Design 2. View Design Menu Press to select List Missing Dets 3.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This screen lists the DigiShot® Plus detonators that were found during the test and did not exist in the stored detonator list before the test. Check Pattern does not overwrite the detonator list. 1. Main Menu Press to select View Design 2. View Design Menu Press to select List New Dets 3. List New Dets The List New Detonators screen will be displayed Use Soft Keys to navigate pages and sort/filter the view as required.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This screen lists the DigiShot® Plus detonators that were found to be bad during the check pattern test. (A bad status indicates the detonator may have a bad fuse or other internal problem). This List does NOT include untagged detonators. 1. Main Menu Press to select View Design 2. View Design Menu Press to select List Bad Status 3. List Bad Status The List Bad Status screen will be displayed Use Soft Keys to navigate pages and sort/filter the view as required.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The Blast Summary function enables the user to view a summary of the number of holes and detonators on each side on a per row basis. 1. Main Menu Press to select View Design 2. View Design Menu Press to select Blast Summary 3. Blast Summary The Blast Summary screen displays the Rows in the first column. The number of detonators / holes on the Left and Right side per corresponding row is displayed. The total number of Special detonators found is also displayed.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The list will indicate both detonators that existed in the original list and any new detonators that may have been found. The list also includes any missing detonators. 1. Main Menu Press to select View Design 2. View Design Menu Press to select Det Totals 3.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to view battery charge information, current consumption, State-of-health of the battery, temperature information, hardware and software serial numbers, GPS detail and User ID. 1. Main Menu Press 2. Soft Key to view System Info System Info - Battery 100%: Battery charge information (The charging source will be displayed as either USB when a USB source is used or AUX when a wireless charger is used.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 5. System Info –GPS Detail Press to select page right. The GPS location will be displayed. Altitude and the number of satellites found will also be displayed. 6. System Info –User ID Press to select page right. Press to enter or edit User ID Use alphanumeric characters to enter a User ID. The User ID may be used to identify ownership of the Tagger such as the User name or site name where used.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to set the Autosearch limits, thereby ensuring the Autosearch function will search beyond (or up to) the stipulated bad or missing holes or detonators. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select DigiShot® Setup 3. DigiShot® Setup Press to select Autosearch Limits 4. Default Autosearch limits are 2 missed dets and 5 missed holes.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function allows the user to activate or de-activate the Autotag function. When the Autotag function is disabled, the Autotag Soft-key display will be greyed out in the Tagging screen. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select DigiShot® Setup 3. DigiShot® Setup Press to select Autotag 4. Autotag Press to enable / disable Autotag.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to enable or disable the Extra Info Bar, which is displayed on the tagging screens. The information bar displays side, leakage and the signal strength of the detonator reply. The information bar is turned OFF by default. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select DigiShot® Setup 3. DigiShot® Setup Press to select Extra Info Bar 4.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to adjust the ‘halt at every error during testing’ setting. When activated, this function will trigger the software to stop at each error during testing. When Halt on test setting is activated, the user will have to acknowledge each error individually. The Halt on test function is turned OFF by default. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select DigiShot® Setup 3. DigiShot® Setup Press to select Halt on test 4.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the Tagger to operate in multiple channel mode allowing the user to tag up to 1800 detonators spread across 6 channels. User will not be prompted to enter channels when this option is disabled. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select DigiShot® Setup 3. DigiShot® Setup Press to select Multiple Channel 5.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to set the current working channel All functions (Autosearch, test all, etc.) will prompt the user to select a channel to work with. Operations will only affect the currently selected channel and all other channels will be unaffected. During tagging however, the software will check the entire list across all channels for ‘location exists’ errors, to avoid duplicate detonators.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function supports the use of NetShock / DriftShot Starter detonators, which will allow the user to interface to Shocktube / Nonel. To enable this function the user must select ‘Use Starter dets’ in the DigiShot Setup menu shown below. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select DigiShot Setup 3. DigiShot® Setup Press to select Use Starter dets 4. Use Starter Dets. Use the arrow key as required.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to adjust the LCD screen contrast 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select Device Setup 3. Device Setup Press to select Contrast 4. Contrast Use the arrow key to adjust contrast. Adjust to ensure the displayed contrast ‘blocks’ are distinguishable to allow viewing ‘greyed out’ versus ‘bold’ items. If the contrast is either too high or too low, these font differences will not be notable. Press Soft Key to save.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to adjust the LCD screen brightness 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select Device Setup 3. Device Setup Press to select Brightness 4. Adjusting the Brightness Use the arrow key to adjust brightness. Press Soft Key to save. Press to return to Main Menu.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to define the time zone. Date/time settings are controlled by GPS GMT time data but since the time zone cannot be configured automatically, it should always be set by the user in order to ensure the correct local time display. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select Device Setup 3. Device Setup Press to select Time Zone 4.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to set a time-period of inactivity before the Tagger will automatically power off to conserve battery power. The user can set the idle time between 2 and 120 minutes. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select Device Setup 3. Device Setup Press to select Timeouts 4. Auto Shutdown Use navigational keys to navigate selection. Minimum of 2 minutes. Maximum of 120 minutes. Press Soft Key to save.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to select a language preference for the DigiShot® Plus Tagger menus. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration 2. Configuration Menu Press to select Device Setup 3. Device Setup Press to select Language 4. Language Press on the keypad to select English. Press on the keypad to select Español (Spanish). Press on the keypad to select Français (French).
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The Advanced Setup menu is password protected. This function enables the user to set a unique Tagger ID. The Tagger ID should be unique amongst all Taggers at a site. The current tagger ID is displayed on the right side of the top bar on the screen (#1 in the screen depicted below). 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration Settings. 2. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password. Press ENTER to continue.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to clear the detonator memory and remove the tag that was assigned. Connect the harness wire to the Harness wire terminals of the Tagger. The detonators should remain connected to the Harness wire. 1. Main Menu Press 2. to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password. Press ENTER to continue. 3. Advanced Setup Press 4.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 This function enables the user to change the default password by assigning a new unique password that is known only to the user. The DigiShot® Plus CE4 Tagger is protected from unauthorised use by assigning a password. 1. Main Menu Press 2. to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password. Press ENTER to continue. 3. Advanced Setup Press 4.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 6. Passwords Use the numerical keypad to enter New Password. Press 7. to confirm. Passwords Information message confirming password changed will be displayed briefly. Tagger will display Password Screen. Press Press Page 75 of 91 to return to Advanced Menu. Soft Key to return to Main Menu.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 1. Main Menu Press 2. to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password. Press ENTER to continue. 3. Advanced Setup Press 4. to select Hole Load Mode Hole Load Mode Press per deck to toggle between Load per hole and Load Press Soft Key to save. Press Soft Key to return to Main Menu.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 1. Main Menu Press 2. to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password. Press ENTER to continue. 3. Advanced Setup Press to select DigiShot Mode 4. DigiShot Mode Press to toggle between DigiShot Mode and DigiShot Plus Mode. Press Soft Key to save. Press Soft Key to return to Main Menu.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The Tagger storage process is to be followed when the Tagger will be stored for an extended period. It is recommend that the Tagger be charged to 50% when placed into storage, and thereafter the unit should be charged at least every three months to 50%, to maintain the expected lifetime of the battery. 1. Main Menu Press 2. to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The Read All Det Data function enables the user to dump 4G det data to logs. 1. Main Menu Press 2. to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password. Press ENTER to continue. 3.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Additional software may be required from the manufacturer to support this feature. USB cable or Wi-Fi must be connected, and the PC software must be configured and activated before this function can be used. USB and WiFi Link with PC This function enables the Tagger to communicate via USB or WiFi to a PC. 1. Main Menu Press to select Configuration Settings. 2. Configuration Settings Menu Press to select Advanced Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Ensure DigiShot® Plus detonator connector is pushed down properly on the Pogo pin connector before tagging detonators. The first step in the tagging process, regardless of the mode (AUTO-TAG or SINGLE) is measuring of leakage. Should the leakage be greater than 0.50mA, a leakage warning will be displayed. Tagger vibrates to inform the user of an error condition. Press to continue or ESC to abort tagging.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 d. “Det connection issues” – Only a partial det reply was detected, det connection could be bad. e. “User aborted”. User aborted when a warning message was displayed. Retag det? The detonator is already tagged. Tagger vibrates to inform the user of an error condition. Press to retag with the new location or ESC to abort tagging. Location exists. The chosen location already exists in the detonator list. Manually adjust location according to blast plan if required.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Bad Status The detonator about to be tagged tested with a bad status. Bad status indicates the detonator may have a bad fuse or other internal problems. Tagger vibrates to inform the user of an error condition. It is recommended that the “Bad status” detonator be replaced. Press to retag with the new location or ESC to abort tagging. Labelled OK A successful tagging operation will display the LABELLED OK message.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The Untagged Test connects to the factory ‘untagged ID’ and measures the response level. Theoretical and practical considerations should be applied to choosing an appropriate level when considering factors such as lead-in resistance, the effect of multiple detonator talkback and capacitive damping effects that weaken the modulated reply signal from the detonator. The untagged test will also measure leakage and display the result.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Bad Status Dets Detonators in the design has tested with a bad status. Bad status indicates the detonator may have a bad fuse or other internal problems. Replace the detonator to avoid a possible misfire. Failures may be the result of cable damage, connector or other problems.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Poorly made joints when joining Harness Wire. Re-using Harness Wire. Leakage occurs when a damaged Harness Wire lies in water or emulsion. The water and emulsion are both conductive substances that can result in leakage. The same can occur if a connector is left submerged in water or emulsion indefinitely. It is advisable to raise the connectors off the ground, or at least away from standing water, if the ground conditions are very wet.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Untagged Detonators Conduct a binary search by breaking down the blast into manageable sections, to locate untagged detonators. Row 1 Row 2 Row 3 Row 4 Row 5 The Binary Search is conducted as follows: 1. Assume Row 1 above has an untagged detonator connected but its location is unknown and it needs to be found. 2. Divide the blast in half and cut the surface harness at mid-point. 3. Connect the DigiShot® Plus Tagger and check the back half for untagged detonators.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Conduct a binary search by breaking down the blast into manageable sections to locate high leakage. Row 1 Row 2 Row 3 Row 4 Row 5 The Binary Search is conducted as follows: Assume Row 5 has an exposed wire in surface harness in water causing a high leakage reading on the DigiShot® Plus Tagger. 1. Divide the blast in half and cut the surface harness at mid-point. 2. Connect the DigiShot® Plus Tagger and check back half for leakage.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 When an individual string of detonators is tested with a Tagger, the leakage reading is within specification, however, when all strings are connect together, the leakage value is outside the acceptable limit indicating that the accumulative leakage value is now outside acceptable parameters. The sum of the leakage on all the strings is greater than the acceptable level.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 The following temperature limitations apply to the DigiShot® Plus Tagger: Storage temperature: -20˚C / -4˚F to +60˚C / +140˚F Operational temperature: -30°C/ -22°F to +60°C / +140°F The DigiShot® Plus Tagger should never be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods. Battery life is influenced by the conditions in which the DigiShot® Plus Tagger operates. Lower temperatures can dramatically reduce the capacity of the battery.
UTM-00330 | Rev 5 Batteries may leak or explode if incorrectly handled. Only use batteries approved for use in the DigiShot® Plus Tagger. Do not expose the battery to an open flame or excessive heat. Replacing external batteries in the battery pack must be done in a safe and dry place to prevent ingress of moisture or condensation into the battery pack enclosure. Do not apply undue pressure to the LCD screen as this could damage the Tagger or cause a malfunction.
