DRILLTRACK USER MANUAL Revision 3 10.2001 www.radiodetection.
Foreword It is important that you read this user manual before operating your Radiodetection DrillTrack system. This manual and all its contents are subject to change. Radiodetection products are under continuous development and are subject to change. Radiodetection Limited reserves the right to modify the product without notice. Some product changes may have taken place after this user manual was published.
Note: Appropriate parts of this equipment have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Table of Contents Foreword I Warnings and Safety Precautions (1) DrillTrack IV System Overview Receiver DataView Tripod DataSonde 1-1 1-2 1-2 1-3 (2) DrillTrack Function keys Receiver DataView 2-1 2-2 (3) DrillTrack Operating Instructions Before starting Setup the DrillTrack Receiver Calibration of the DrillTrack Receiver DrillTrack Receiver operation Steering Tilt angle compensation DrillTrack DataView operation Remote Steering DataSonde Power Save modes Dual Frequency operation DataSonde Tempe
Warnings and Safety Precautions It is very important that Directional drilling operators note the operating procedures and safety precautions before operating the Radiodetection DrillTrack system. - Priority must be given to local and national safety requirements all times. All other safety procedures should be followed. - All underground utilities MUST be located before starting the drilling operation. Contact your local Radiodetection dealer for pipe and cable locating equipment.
Warnings and Safety Precautions Interference can cause inaccuracies in depth readings, loss of Tilt angle and/or Roll position and inaccurate location and heading of the rill head. - Sources of interference could be power lines, cable TV, traffic signal loops, telecom lines, pipelines, metal structures, invisible dog fences, radio frequencies, transmission towers and cathodic protection systems.
Dear Customer: We would like to congratulate you with the purchase of your Radiodetection DrillTrack system, the fastest and most accurate guiding system in the world for guiding horizontal directional drilling machines. Please take the time to read this user manual and fill out this page for your own records. When contacting your Radiodetection dealer, it is important to quote the equipment serial numbers.
DrillTrack The Radiodetection DrillTrack Drilling (HDD) machines. System Overview system is designed to provide guidance information for Horizontal Direction The system comprises of a DrillTrack more DataSondes. Receiver, a DrillTrack DataView , a DrillTrack Tripod and one or Receiver The DrillTrack Receiver has been developed with the needs of the operator as the main priority.
DrillTrack System Overview DataView The DrillTrack priority. DataView has been developed with the needs of the Drilling machine operator as the main With its magnetic base the portable DataView provides essential information that allows the Drilling machine operator to work with confidence.
DrillTrack System Overview DataSonde The DataSonde is installed in the drillhead/DataSonde housing. To ensure optimum DataSonde performance and protection, the DataSonde should be securely fitted in the drillhead/DataSonde housing. DataSondes may need minor modifications to ensure a secure fit. O-rings or electrical tape are an acceptable means. All Radiodetection DataSondes are constructed in three main sections.
DrillTrack Function keys Receiver. On/Off Key Press to switch the Receiver On or Off Depth Key Press to transfer the current DataSonde depth to the DataView. An audio beep will confirm the depth transfer to the DataView. Manual Depth When in the “Four Arrows Locate” screen, within a radius of about 50 cm (20 in) of the actual locate point, press to get a depth indication readout on the screen. Borelogger Operation Press and hold to enter the BORELOGGER Mode.
DrillTrack Function keys Information key Press to display the information screen. The information screen displays: - Selected DataSonde operating frequency; - DataSonde battery status; - DataSonde operating temperature; - Receiver software version; - Receiver battery status; - User selected Locate Orientation (F or B). Setup Mode While the Receiver is turned off press and hold the Information key then press the On / Off key to switch the unit on and enter into the SETUP Mode.
DrillTrack Operating Instructions Before starting Fit new alkaline batteries in the DataSonde observing the correct polarity. The Receiver must be fitted with 6 x 1.5V’C’ size alkaline (LR14) or 3 Rechargeable Battery Packs. For the correct battery type refer to the Technical Specification section on DataSondes in this user manual . Switch the DataView on and using the magnetic mounts, place it on the Drilling machine in a comfortable viewing position for the Drilling machine operator.
DrillTrack Depth Measurement Units Tilt Measurement Units DataSonde Temperature Signal strength 3-2 Operating Instructions
DrillTrack Operating Instructions Frequency and type of DataSonde Locate orientation DataView Borelogger 3-3
DrillTrack Calibration of the DrillTrack Operating Instructions Receiver Fit new alkaline batteries in the DataSonde, observing the correct polarity. Fit the DataSonde securely in the drillhead/DataSonde housing. To ensure a tight fit, electrical tape or O-rings could be used. Press and hold the key, and turn the Receiver on, by pressing the key. Release the key when “CAL” appears on the Receiver display.
DrillTrack Operating Instructions Receiver Operation Locate the Drillhead/DataSonde housing by moving the Receiver in the direction indicated by the four arrows on the LCD. When all four arrows appear on the screen, you are directly above the Drillhead/DataSonde housing and the depth will be displayed automatically. To toggle between the “Two Arrows Steering” screen and the “Four Arrows Locate” screen, press the Manual key.
DrillTrack 3-6 Operating Instructions
DrillTrack Operating Instructions 3-7
DrillTrack Steering 3-8 Operating Instructions
DrillTrack Operating Instructions 3-9
DrillTrack Operating Instructions Tilt angle Compensation Locate position and depth measurement with a conventional guiding system.
DrillTrack Operating Instructions DataView Operation The DataView is mounted on the Drilling machine using its magnetic base. The DataView can be powered by either four C-size alkaline batteries or can be connected directly to the 12V power supply of the drilling machine. The DataView LCD provides the Drilling machine operator all the relevant data transmitted from the DataSonde to the Receiver which is then relayed to the DataView in real time.
DrillTrack 3-12 Operating Instructions
DrillTrack Operating Instructions 3-13
DrillTrack Operating Instructions DataSonde Powersave Modes All Radiodetection DataSondes have two powersave modes for reducing battery consumption while the DataSonde is not operating. Standby Mode A DataSonde will enter in the Standby Mode during drilling operation when there is no rotation for ten minutes. In the Standby Mode the DataSonde will send a pulse signal every ten seconds. Starting rotation will make the DataSonde to return to full operation and exit the Standby Mode.
DrillTrack Operating Instructions DataSonde Temperature Alarms A DataSonde temperature alarm will occur at a temperature of 40oC (104oF). The Receiver beeps and will automatically display the information screen for 15 seconds. The DataView sounder will beep and the LCD will flash the high temperature. Such alarm indication will occur with every 5oC of temperature increase.
DrillTrack BoreLogger Instructions The Borelogger can be activated or deactivated in the set-up menu (see page 3-1) To activate the Borelogger access the set-up mode and set the BORELOG option to ON. To enter Borelog Mode press and hold the key. A list of functions for the logging will appear: GO, DEL, END, UP Scroll through using the or key, press key to confirm selection. To start a log, set the log to GO. When in the “Four-Arrows Locate” screen with depth displayed.
Tips and Tricks Troubleshooting Guide. When reporting any problem to your Radiodetection dealer it is important to quote the following: - Unit Serial Number. - Software Revision Number. Software Revision Number of the Receiver is displayed on the LCD during switch-on or by pressing the Information key. Software Revision Number of the DataView is displayed on the LCD during switch-on. Problem 1: The Receiver or DataView will not power on.
Tips and Tricks Problem 4: Incorrect Depth readings. 1- Calibrate the Receiver to the DataSonde (while in the drillhead/DataSonde housing). 2- Check the DataSonde operation in the drillhead/DataSonde housing before going underground. 3- Check the slotting arrangements in the drillhead/DataSonde housing. The slots should be approximately 150% of the length of the DataSonde antenna section, and line up longitudinally along the drillhead/DataSonde housing, directly above the DataSonde.
Tips and Tricks Angle conversion table cm/m ft/10ft 5% 5 0.5 5.7o 10% 10 1.0 8.5o 15% 15 1.5 11.3o 20% 20 2.0 14.0o 25% 25 2.5 16.7o 30% 30 3.0 19.3o 35% 35 3.5 21.8o 40% 40 4.0 24.2o 45% 45 4.5 26.6o 50% 50 5.0 28.8o 55% 55 5.5 31.0o 60% 60 6.0 33.0o 65% 65 6.5 35.0o 70% 70 7.0 36.9o 75% 75 7.5 38.7o 80% 80 8.0 40.4o 85% 85 8.5 42.0o 90% 90 9.0 43.5o 95% 95 9.5 45.0o 100% 100 2.9o Inclination 10.
Technical Specifications Receiver: Physical Construction High impact thermoplastic weatherproof to NEMA 3R and IP54 (base to top of main housing to IP67). Ruggedness Withstands 1 m (3 ft) drops onto concrete. Dimensions 100 x 65 x 30 cm (39.3 x 25.5 x 12 in.). Shipping Box Size 123 x 39 x 27 cm (48.4 x 15.4 x 10.6 in.). Weight 4.5 kg (9.9 lb). Shipping Weight 7 kg (15.4 lb). Operating Frequencies 8.4kHz and 33.6kHz or 8.192kHz and 32.768khz Locate Accuracy ±5% of DataSonde depth.
Technical Specifications DataView Backlight Switchable Backlight LEDs LEDs display left/right indication when set in Remote mode. Batteries 4 x ‘C’ cells Visual Indication Liquid Crystal display indication the following on various screens DataSonde Roll DataSonde Pitch DataSonde Depth DataSonde Battery Status DataSonde Temperature DataView Battery Status Depth display available when information transferred from Receiver. Range 500m line of sight.
Technical Specifications DataSonde Short Range DataSonde (SDS) Approximate Signal range Battery life Size 4m (12 ft) 10 hrs 25,4 x 203 mm (1 x 8 in) Medium Range DataSonde (MDS Black) Approximate Signal range Battery life Size Long Range DataSonde Approximate Signal range Battery life Size 10m (33 ft) 20 hrs 32 x 380 mm (1.3 x 15 in) (LDS Red) 15m (50 ft) 12 hrs 32 x 380 mm (1.
Warranty Subject to the conditions set out below Radiodetection Limited warrants to the original purchaser, that the Radiodetection equipment will correspond with their specification at the time of delivery and will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the periods specified below as from the date of delivery. Description of warranty rights.
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