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DigiShot

Plus 4G Commander System

UTM-00339

Rev 19

DigiShot® Plus 4G Commander SVN 45232G

CE4 Tagger SVN 45232G

DigiShot® Plus 4G Detonator

2021/06/14

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Page 1 DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System ® UTM-00339 Rev 19 DigiShot® Plus 4G Commander SVN 45232G CE4 Tagger SVN 45232G DigiShot® Plus 4G Detonator 2021/06/14...
Page 2 Purpose of this manual ......................11 1.2. End User ............................11 1.2.1. Requirements .............................. 11 1.3. Training ............................11 DIGISHOT PLUS 4G COMMANDER SYSTEM PRODUCT SAFETY ....... 12 ® 2.1. DetNet Safety Philosophy ......................12 2.2. User Safety ..........................12 2.3.
Page 3 Storage ................................ 31 4.4.2. DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator Care ......................31 ® 4.5. Specifications ..........................32 4.5.1. Number of DigiShot Plus 4G Detonators ....................32 ® 4.5.2. Automated detonator capacity check ......................32 4.5.3. Decking ................................ 32 4.5.4. Maximum delay times and increments......................32 4.5.5.
Page 4 UTM-00339 Rev 19 5.2.6. Navigation and Numerical keys ........................36 5.2.7. Enter key ..............................36 5.2.8. Backspace Key ............................36 5.2.9. On/Off key ..............................37 5.2.10. Esc key ................................ 37 5.2.11. Function key ..............................37 5.2.12. USB connector port ............................. 37 5.2.13.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Tagger ID ............................. 67 8.2. Connections ..........................69 8.2.1. Connect Tagger to PC via Wi-Fi........................70 8.2.2. Connect CE4 Tagger to DigiShot Plus 4G Commander via Wi-Fi ............71 ® 8.2.3. Connect CE4 Tagger to PC via USB ......................73 8.3.
Page 6 12.6. Blast Summary .......................... 140 12.7. Tracking Detonators ......................... 141 13 MARK DETONATORS ...................... 143 14 COMMANDER ........................144 14.1. General Information ........................144 14.2. DigiShot Plus 4G Commander Components ................. 144 ® Page 6 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright © 2021...
Page 7 Pairing ............................... 151 14.5.6. Aborting ..............................151 14.5.7. Blasting ..............................151 14.6. Connecting CE4 Tagger to DigiShot® Plus 4G Commander via Wi-Fi ........152 14.7. DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System Information .............. 153 ® System Info – Regulatory Info ........................153 14.7.1.
Page 8 14.13.2. Local Blast - 3 Party Authorisation enabled .................... 199 14.13.3. Remote Blast - 3 Party Authorisation enabled ..................202 14.13.4. 3rd Party Authorisation Fault Finding ......................208 15 DIGISHOT PLUS 4G COMMANDER CONFIGURATION SETTINGS ......209 ® 15.1. 4G Setup ............................ 209 15.1.1.
Page 9 21.4. Lowering Detonators into Drilled Holes .................. 244 21.5. Charging of Drilled Holes ......................244 21.6. Stemming of Charged Holes ....................245 21.7. Tagging of Charged Holes with DigiShot Plus 4G Detonators..........245 ® 21.8. Harnessing of the Blast ......................245 21.9.
Page 10 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Figure 1: DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System Composition ................17 ® Figure 2: Direct Blasting ............................18 Figure 3: Remote Blasting of up to 16000 detonators ....................19 Figure 4: Remote Blasting via a Repeater ......................... 20 Figure 5: CE4 Tagger Component Identification .......................
Page 11 ® 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 DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander System as per manufacturer’s recommendations.
Page 12 Inherent Safety • CE4 Taggers are “Inherently Safe” because they cannot produce the necessary minimum required firing voltage or encoded “Fire” command to initiate the electronic DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator. ® • In addition, the CE4 Tagger firmware does not contain the procedures or commands necessary to calibrate, arm or fire the detonator.
Page 13 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The purpose of this section is to indicate the recommended care and handling of the Commander System’s control equipment considering the environment in which it is used. Proper care and maintenance of the equipment will preserve the integrity and ensure its proper functionality. Poor handling and abuse of the equipment could result in errors and potential blast delays.
Page 14 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Refer to https://portal.detnet.com/ http://www.portal.detnet.com/ for additional detail and documentation. 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: 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.
Page 15 UTM-00339 Rev 19 DetNet South Africa has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. DetNet South Africa n’approuve aucune modification apportée à l’appareil par l’utilisateur, quelle qu’en soit la nature.
Page 16 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The host device shall be properly labelled to identify the modules within the host device. The certification label of the module shall be clearly visible at all times when installed in the host device, otherwise the host device must be labelled to display the FCC ID and IC of the module, preceded by the words "Contains transmitter module", or the word "Contains", or similar wording expressing the same meaning, as follows: Contains FCC ID:...
Page 17 The CE4 Tagger is an inherently safe device that is used on the bench to test detonators and assign delays to them. The CE4 Tagger has a dual role and may also be used to wirelessly connect to a DigiShot Plus 4G Commander ®...
Page 18 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Table 1: Component Description Component Function Detonator Detonator will initiate the blast on command from the Bench Commander CE4 Tagger Test, Write Location and/or Delay to detonator and remote-control Commander Harness Wire Connects the detonator to the Bench Commander Test Detonators / Communicates with Base Commander directly, or via the Bench Commander Repeater to allow remote blasting.
Page 19 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Remote blasting of up to 16000 detonators (Total of 10 Bench Commanders with 1600 detonators per Bench Commander) using a CE4 Tagger as user-interface at the blasting point. 3000m Max 400 Detonators per Channel Tagger Base Commander Bench Commander Figure 3: Remote Blasting of up to 16000 detonators Page 19 of 253...
Page 20 Multiple Bench Commanders can be used if they are within the 3000m range of the Repeater (5). Every Bench Commander (4) adds a 1600 detonator capability. A maximum of 10 Bench Commanders may be used for the current iteration of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System.
Page 21 The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander is a 4-channel multi-functional device intended for use across ® all surface blasting applications in the DetNet portfolio. DetNet has designed the DigiShot Plus ® 4G Commander to incorporate an internal antenna to communicate in RF. Corresponding with the system’s ease-of-use the DigiShot...
Page 22 The ARM and FIRE commands for detonators will not initially be known to the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander. These commands are only available ® from the Red BlastCard and will be issued to the DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander when the BlastCard is scanned. The ARM and FIRE blasting...
Page 23 The maximum length of 2-wire surface harness per channel, including the lead-in wire used to connect shall not exceed 2500m measured from the Commander to the furthest connected detonator. The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System Blast Application is detailed in UTM-00346 ®...
Page 24 UTM-00339 Rev 19 There are three methods of operation for the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System, as detailed below: ® With the Basic tagging option, the user will only need to concentrate on the Time value, string number and the sequence number assigned to the detonator and it is best suited for small, single-primed hole blasts.
Page 25 • 400 Detonators using down-line wire of 40m or lower. • For longer lengths, see “Wire calculation table under Product Documents on DetNet Portal of down-line length versus amount of DigiShot Plus 4G Detonators. ® • 16000 Detonators in storage/memory •...
Page 26 Arming and Firing as communication between the blaster and 4G detonators may be corrupted. • CE4 Taggers are “Inherently Safe” because they cannot produce the necessary minimum required firing voltage or coded “Fire” command to initiate the electronic DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator. ®...
Page 27 50%, to maintain the expected lifetime of the battery. • The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander may be kept on charge for extended periods of time - the DigiShot ® ® Plus 4G Commander will manage battery charging accordingly.
Page 28 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator is ® a programmable detonator that is suitable for all types of blasting Connector filled with waterproof gel operations, especially those requiring precise and flexible timing and is programmable in 1ms Down-Line wire coil...
Page 29 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Over current, • Electrostatic Discharge, • Electromagnetic Pulse. Capacitor: The capacitor is an energy storage device that stores the required energy for the detonator to function independently after the blast signal has been sent and the connection between the control equipment and detonator has been destroyed.
Page 30 UTM-00339 Rev 19 1. Using one hand, hold the down-line wire with the connector facing away from your body. Locking Clip 2. With the other hand, pinch the locking clips together to release the connector and release the top lid. 3.
Page 31 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Refer to Application document OPI-00390 for guidelines. The guideline does not supersede those required by the local mine, explosives or statutory regulations/procedures/codes of practise regarding the use of DigiShot Plus 4G ® Detonators. In such cases, the MOST STRINGENT set of rules between the mine, explosives or local regulations/procedures/codes of practise and the manufacturer must be followed.
Page 32 Plus 4G Detonators (dependent on down-line wire length) can be accommodated per ® channel. Due to the expanded non-volatile memory capacity of the new DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator, the cable length is ® now stored in the detonator during assembly. With this information stored in the detonator, the software on the Control Equipment will automatically verify the cumulative detonator down-line length and warn the user should the installation limits be exceeded.
Page 33 The DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator cannot be initiated by the CE4 Tagger. The CE4 Tagger is incapable of producing ® the required firing voltage and cannot produce the required ‘Fire’ command to initiate a DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator. ® EVER CONNECT ANY THIRD PARTY OR OTHER UNAPPROVED DETONATORS TO THE ®...
Page 34 The CE4 Tagger is used on the bench to test and configure the detonators by tagging the location of the detonators and assigning appropriate delays. The device is also used to establish a Wi-Fi link with an appropriate DigiShot Plus 4G ®...
Page 35 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Harness wire terminals Pogo Pin Connector Blue Status LED White Charge LED Red Error LED LCD Screen SoftKeys Navigation keys (yellow arrows) Enter key Backspace key Escape key On/Off key Numerical keys USB connector Figure 5: CE4 Tagger Component Identification Page 35 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 36 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The harness wire terminals are used to connect to detonator / surface harness wires. The Pogo pins are used to connect a single detonator, while testing and tagging holes. • STATUS LED – A Blue circular LED ( ) which indicates the status of the CE4 Tagger.
Page 37 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press key to switch ON the CE4 Tagger. Press key while holding the key to switch the CE4 Tagger OFF. To save battery power, the CE4 Tagger turns off automatically after a set period of idle operation. The auto power- off time may be adjusted, within limits, by the user.
Page 38 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Error events are accompanied by a CE4 Tagger vibration sequence. 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: •...
Page 39 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press the ON key. The splash screen will display for approximately 1.5 seconds during the CE4 Tagger boot sequence. The system name will be displayed. The software release and hardware version number will be displayed similar to Release 45232G Hardware ver.4 example shown.
Page 40 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Device password Enter the Device password using the numerical keypad. Press to continue. To prevent unauthorised use, the CE4 Tagger is assigned a default password by the manufacturer. The default password may be changed by the user and can be configured from the “Settings”...
Page 41 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Menu navigation is performed by directly pressing the associated menu item number key. This is indicated to the user by the ‘123’ keyboard mode displayed in the top bar. Pressing escape will normally navigate to the previous menu.
Page 42 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Fixed range numeric input may be scrolled if indicated by up/down arrows associated with the field: • Pressing the Up key (2) increments the number, if possible. • Pressing the Down key (8) decrements the number, if possible. Navigation follows the conventions to ease migration as detailed below: •...
Page 43 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Table 3: CE4 Tagger Menu Reference Info Screen Main Menu Configuration Regulatory Info 1. New design 1. 4G Setup Battery/Current/Cell 2. Tag detonators 2. Device Setup Status/Temp/Humidity HW serial no/SW 3. Test menu 3. Advanced Setup release/Service date GPS data/Satellites/Altitude 4.
Page 44: Extra Info Bar
UTM-00339 Rev 19 5.3. End of Row 5.4. Inflection Pt. 5.5. Remove Mark 6- Assign ViewShot - Available in Planned (P) tagging option only No detonators message is displayed if the detonator list (tagged) is empty 7- ViewShot - Available in Planned (P) tagging option only 7.1.
Page 45 UTM-00339 Rev 19 2.4. Timeouts 2.5. Language 2.6. Units .3: Advanced Setup 3.1. Tagger ID 3.2. Connections 3.3. Remote View 3.4. Clear Tags 3.5. Device Password 3.6. Read All Det Data 3.7. Max Wire length 3.8. Reconciliation .4: Factory Setup 4.1.
Page 46 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The External Battery Pack is an optional accessory used 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.
Page 47 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Figure 6: CE4 Tagger External Battery Pack The Top Connector contains the pogo pins, used for tagging the detonators (one detonator at a time) It also consists of the Harness wire terminals, used to connect to the detonator harness wire (multiple detonators on the same wire bus).
Page 48 The Surface harness wire consists of a pair of yellow and green individually sheathed copper wire, 0.63mm in diameter. Figure 8: Surface Harness Wire DigiShot Plus 4G Detonators are connected to the surface harness wire to enable communication with control ®...
Page 49 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The CE4 Tagger uses a rechargeable 3.7V Lithium Polymer cell battery. The CE4 Tagger battery compartment is sealed to prevent moisture ingression and condensation which could cause corrosion and or short circuits within the CE4 Tagger resulting in a possible malfunction or an unreliable CE4 Tagger.
Page 50 UTM-00339 Rev 19 connected to a USB cable / charger, where a charging current of up to 1A is readily obtained. The recommended Qi chargers are as follows: • Belkin wireless charger: F7U050 • Samsung wireless charger: EP-PG920I • Samsung wireless charger: EP-NG930 CE4 T T IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE AGGER BE CHARGED TO...
Page 51 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The CE4 Tagger storage process is to be followed when the CE4 Tagger will be stored for an extended period of time. It is recommend that the CE4 Tagger be charged to 50% when put into storage and thereafter the unit should be charged at least every six months to 50%, to maintain the expected lifetime of the battery.
Page 52 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Storage Mode • When the battery capacity is more than 50%, the CE4 Tagger will discharge the battery by activating various battery consuming functions such as the heating pad, to accelerate the discharge level to the required 50% charge level.
Page 53 UTM-00339 Rev 19 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. From the Main Menu, press SoftKey to view the CE4 Tagger System Information •...
Page 54 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Hardware Serial Number will be displayed. • Software Release Number will be displayed. • Service will display the required date for servicing. Should the date be exceeded, an Error message will be displayed stating “Device service due” •...
Page 55 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Tag Option will allow the User to select one of the following three tagging options: • Basic (B) • Advanced (A) • Planned (P) • A corresponding symbol (B, A or P) will be displayed in the top bar once the tag option is set. Main Menu •...
Page 56 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select 4G Setup 4G Setup • Press to select Site Setup The Site Setup is dependent on the Tagging Option and in this menu, the user may allow certain functions to be active when tagging.
Page 57 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Multi-Commander: When this option is selected, the user may tag more than 4 channels and up to 16000 detonators on a single Tagger. If not selected it will stop and provide a warning when more than 4 channels are allocated, and more than 1600 detonators are being tagged.
Page 58 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The user could set the maximum limit where the leakage warning is triggered. This limit could be set from 0.1 mA to 1mA in increments of 0.1mA. Note that the default leakage limit is 0.5 mA Main Menu •...
Page 59 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select 4G Setup 4G Setup • Press to select Test Single on Bus • navigational keys to scroll up/down and display the required selection • Set enabled or disabled • Press SoftKey to save.
Page 60 UTM-00339 Rev 19 4G Setup • Press to select Extra Info Bar • navigational keys to scroll up/down and display the required selection • Set show info bar or hide info bar • Press SoftKey to save. Page 60 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 61: Device Setup
UTM-00339 Rev 19 This menu will allow the user to adjust device specific settings. The following options are available: 1. Contrast 2. Brightness 3. Time Zone 4. Time Outs 5. Language 6. Units This function enables the user to adjust the LCD screen contrast. The contrast adjusts as the value changes but the setting will only be saved permanently when the SoftKey is pressed.
Page 62 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Brightness menu allows the LCD screen display brightness to be adjusted using the arrow keys. The Brightness adjusts as the value changes but the setting will only be saved permanently when the SoftKey is pressed. Main Menu •...
Page 63 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to define the time zone. Date/time settings are controlled by GPS GMT data but, since the time zone is not configured automatically, it should always be set by the user in order to ensure the correct time display.
Page 64 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Timeouts This function enables the user to set a time period of inactivity before the CE4 Tagger will automatically power off to conserve battery power. The user can set the idle time between 2 to 360 minutes. Main Menu •...
Page 65: Language
UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to select a language preference for the CE4 Tagger menus. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Device Setup. Device Setup • Press to select Language.
Page 66: Units
UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to select either the Imperial or Metric Units of Measure as preferred. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Device Setup. Device Setup •...
Page 67: Tagger Id
UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Advanced Setup Menu displays the following options: 1. Tagger ID 2. Connections 3. Remote View 4. Clear Tags 5. Device Password 6. Read all det data (trouble shooting option) 7. Max Wire Length 8. Reconciliation This function enables the user to set a unique Tagger ID that is used for device identification and RF communication.
Page 68 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Advanced Setup • Press to select Tagger ID Tagger ID • Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger ID between 1 and 10. • Press SoftKey to save. • Press SoftKey to return to Main Menu. Page 68 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 69: Connect Tagger To Pc Via Wi-Fi
UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to activate the Wi-Fi and/or USB module allowing the Tagger to communicate with other equipment. Additional software for a PC 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.
Page 70 UTM-00339 Rev 19 To establish Wi-Fi connectivity between the CE4 Tagger and a PC, the PC must be equipped with the required Wi-Fi functionality and corresponding software. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup.
Page 71: Connect Ce4 Tagger To Digishot Plus 4G Commander Via Wi-Fi
Advanced Setup Menu • Press to select Connections. Connect to • Press on the keypad to connect CE4 Tagger to DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander via Wi-Fi. Commander via Wi-Fi • Enter the Commander’s ID using the keypad to connect •...
Page 72 UTM-00339 Rev 19 CE4 Tagger will connect to the selected DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander Shortcut key combination is available from the Tagger main menu to connect the CE4 Tagger to DigiShot Plus 4G Commander via Wi-Fi menu as follows: ®...
Page 73 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup. Advanced Setup Menu • Press to select Connections. Connections • Press on the keypad to connect CE4 Tagger to PC via USB. USB Link with PC •...
Page 74 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to demonstrate the CE4 Tagger in action by replicating the screen on a PC. It may be used by trainers, product presenters and document writers. Additional PC 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 the Remote View function can be used.
Page 75: Remote View
UTM-00339 Rev 19 1. Open the Remote View software application on the PC 2. Click on Connect tab 3. Select either Serial Port or Wi-Fi as required from option 4. Ensure CE4 Tagger is switched ON • Connect USB cable between CE4 Tagger and PC •...
Page 76: Clear Tags
UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to clear the detonator memory and remove the tag that was assigned. After the process completes the detonators will contain the factory ID that they were shipped with. Connect the harness wire to the Harness wire terminals of the CE4 Tagger. The detonators should remain connected to the Harness wire during the process.
Page 77 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The CE4 Tagger is protected from unauthorised use by assigning a password. This function enables the user to change the default password by assigning a new unique password that is known only to the user. Main Menu •...
Page 78 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function was designed for debug purposes and it captures the data from a single detonator in the Tagger logs. 1. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup. Advanced Setup Menu •...
Page 79 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to set the maximum detonator wire length on a particular string. When the total detonator wire length on a particular string exceeds the set maximum wire limit, a system notification warning will be triggered.
Page 80 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to reconcile the total amount of detonators tagged using more than one Tagger. The main Tagger will be set as a Master Tagger which will provide access point to the other Taggers. This function must be carried out after tagging has been conducted and all the other detonators that were not tagged should be deleted from the Taggers.
Page 81 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Factory Setup is password protected and may only be accessed by designated maintenance teams. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Factory Setup. Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Tagger Password. •...
Page 82 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Web Ticket • Press required Menu option. • Obtain Ticket to continue. With the exception of the storage mode function, each option is protected by its own web- based ticket system. If no active ticket is available for the chosen option (as stored on the tagger), the user is prompted for a ticket issued by portal.detnet.com.
Page 83 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Factory Setup Menu • Factory Setup will be displayed. • Press to go to next page. • Press to return to previous page. Each Factory menu option is described below: • Clear Tags (Factory) The factory clear tags option allows any connected detonators to be rewritten to the factory untagged ID.
Page 84 Chapter 7.1.1 - CE4 Tagger Setup Configuration to configure the required Tag Option as some features displayed on-screen may not be applicable to a particular tagging option. The main principle of tagging in the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System is to assign a delay for each detonator ®...
Page 85 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Advanced Mode option is more complex than the Basic Mode as it allows for multi-primed holes and the user will need to control several parameters within this mode. To define a hole configuration the “Site Setup” screen will need to be accessed.
Page 86 UTM-00339 Rev 19 With the BASIC tagging option, the user needs to only concentrate on the Delay value assigned to the detonator. The BASIC option is best suited for single primed hole blasts. It is advised to use only one Tagger per Commander when the Basic Tagging Option is used.
Page 87 UTM-00339 Rev 19 3. Enter desired delay • Use the keypad to enter the delay in ms • Connect detonator and press to continue • String Number 2 • Total Count of detonators tagged • 100m Total down wire length •...
Page 88 UTM-00339 Rev 19 With the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System it is recommended that the user mark the detonator that will be ® placed at the end of the harness wire, as the Bench Commander will verify the voltage level of this detonator just before presenting firing buttons.
Page 89 UTM-00339 Rev 19 From List Detonators Menu • Select detonators to be assigned as Last Det • Press Enter • Connect detonator onto Pogo pins • Press Set as Last Det SoftKey • Multiple last detonators will be set and displayed HEN A LAST DET IS NOT SET IT MAY LEAD TO A FAILED BLAST AS SOME DETONATORS MAY NOT RECEIVE THE BLAST COMMAND...
Page 90 UTM-00339 Rev 19 With the Planned (P) tagging option, both the location and a delay must be written into the detonator. The data written into the detonator is taken from a plan downloaded into the CE4 Tagger via ViewShot 3D. If the delay plan is not yet known, but the holes are drilled at known locations one can tag the blast in 2 steps.
Page 91 UTM-00339 Rev 19 ViewShot Menu Press to select Select ViewShot Select ViewShot navigational keys to move to the desired PLAN and press Enter to select The selected PLAN will be indicated by the asterisk Selected Plan in “Select ViewShot” menu Press to Select This Plan Press...
Page 92 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Users can download 10 different plans into the CE4 Tagger. Before downloading a ViewShot design, the user must select the Plan into which the plan will be downloaded to. The previous plans can be deleted, and the plan names may be renamed or cleared.
Page 93 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Once the desired Plan has been selected, the user can download ViewShot design to Tagger 1. From Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. 2. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup. 3. Advanced Setup Menu •...
Page 94 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Download the Plan (via ViewShot 3D on the PC) onto the CE4 Tagger to enable the use of the Tag by Plan option. Refer to the ViewShot 3D User Manual for detail 1. Open ViewShot 3D on the PC 2.
Page 95 UTM-00339 Rev 19 3. Design Plan • Import the .CSV file • Create the timing design • Create the tag path for each string 4. Send design (Tagger) • Click on FILE • Click “Device Communication • Select either “Send Plan Locations Only (4G only)”...
Page 96 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Enter OK to continue 5. Select the required rows (For individual taggers) or rows • Include all rows by clicking on the >> button when a single Tagger is used Page 96 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright © 2021...
Page 100 UTM-00339 Rev 19 1. From the Main Menu • Press to select View Plan. 2. View Plan • The ViewShot 3D plan will be displayed as a list. 3. Users may also sort the list into the different orders as displayed by selecting the sorting Soft-Key. 4.
Page 101 UTM-00339 Rev 19 When tagging by following a plan, the user is expected to follow the path determined by a row or a tagging path (ViewShot 3D). To allow the user to select a starting position / Row, Hole and Det number, the planned list is displayed.
Page 102 UTM-00339 Rev 19 1. From main menu, select to Tag detonators 2. Acknowledge warning for selected plan and to connect one detonator at a time 3. Select tagging starting position 4. Connect the detonator and press the key to tag The screen will confirm the tagged detonator and display details as tagged.
Page 103 UTM-00339 Rev 19 7. To skip a position (mark as deleted) while tagging, the user must navigate to the panel of SoftKeys that contains the Add/Delete + and - Icons. 8. Press the indicated SoftKey to mark the current location as deleted in the tagging list, the tagging screen will be updated with the next location as illustrated in this example 9.
Page 104 UTM-00339 Rev 19 From the Main Menu • Press to select Assign ViewShot. When the locations have been tagged separately, the detonators will not be ready to be connected to the Commander. To deploy the delays, the Tagger needs a plan (with updated delays) that matches the actual locations already deployed.
Page 105 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Actioned Delay results are displayed From the Main Menu • Press to select ViewShot • Press to select Verify Plan. The Merge Plan option will merge all deleted/added detonators to the plan. From the Main Menu • Press to select ViewShot •...
Page 106 UTM-00339 Rev 19 1. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Configuration Settings. Configuration Settings Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup. Advanced Setup Menu • Press to select Reconciliation Reconciliation Tagger Menu • User can select Master Tagger and Sync to Master (Slave Tagger) 1.
Page 107 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Reconciliation Menu • Once connected the Tagger will start syncing detonators • When completed, the Tagger will disconnect and display the total detonators synced. 1. Reconciliation Tagger Menu • Press SoftKey to select Slave Tagger. 2. Reconciliation Menu •...
Page 108 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Advanced Tagging option is used in situations where there is only a paper plan available and when holes are decked or multi-primed. Always clear the list when starting a new tagging process. From the Main Menu, select New Design and confirm that list needs to be cleared.
Page 109 UTM-00339 Rev 19 5. Press SoftKey to add to the list of hole templates • Note that the Default hole type cannot be edited 6. Press up/down arrows to select the required List • Press ENTER key to continue 7. Press up/down arrows to select the number of Decks per Hole (Maximum of 6 allowed) •...
Page 110 UTM-00339 Rev 19 1. From Main Menu • Press SoftKey to go to Configuration Menu 2. From Configuration Menu • Press 4G Setup 3. From 4G Setup Menu • Press Site Setup 4. From Site Setup Menu • Press to select List Hole Config (Configuration) 5.
Page 111 UTM-00339 Rev 19 6. Edit Configuration screen will be displayed • Edit as required. • Press SoftKey to save 1. From Main Menu • Press SoftKey to go to Configuration Menu 2. From Configuration Menu • Press 4G Setup 3. From 4G Setup Menu •...
Page 112 UTM-00339 Rev 19 5. From List Hole Config screen • up/down keys to select the required option. • Delete the Hole configuration by selecting the required option • Press the dustbin SoftKey to delete Default hole type can NOT be edited and a message will be displayed if attempted Page 112 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 113 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The User may check the “Tagging Screen Info” to browse through a brief description of the active keys in the tagging screen. From the Main Menu • Press to select Tag Detonators From Advanced Tagging Screen • Press SoftKey to select Tagging Screen Info •...
Page 114 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The following table contains a detailed list of SoftKey icons that are used in the Advanced Tagging Screens. Table 8: CE4 Tagger SoftKey Icons – Advanced Tagging Advanced Screen Icon Description Toggle Delay Increment Direction Inter-hole Delay increment Absolute Delay >>...
Page 115 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press SoftKey to toggle between Time Increment, Decrement and Manual modes. Auto Incrementing Mode displayed • Increasing time - arrow displayed next to time value points upwards Auto-Decrementing Mode displayed • Decreasing arrow displayed next to time value points downwards User (Manual) Input Mode displayed •...
Page 116 UTM-00339 Rev 19 From Advanced Tagging Screen • Press to select Inter Hole delay From Time Increment Screen • Use numeric keypad to enter Inter-Hole delay • Press Enter to return From Advanced Tagging Screen • Press to select Inter Hole delay From Detonator Time Screen •...
Page 117 UTM-00339 Rev 19 From Advanced Tagging Screen • Press either the AutoX (Auto OFF) or Auto✓ (Auto ON) SoftKey as displayed to toggle the Autotag Mode • Press AutoX SoftKey to toggle between Autotag and Manual Mode • Auto✓ indicates Autotag ON •...
Page 118 UTM-00339 Rev 19 At times it is useful to allow testing of detonators from the tagging screen, and to check if a detonator has previously been tagged or if it is untagged, without disturbing the setup of the current tagging context. The information displayed with this test contains the location, the time the detonator was tagged to, the length of the detonator and also the mark allocated to the detonator.
Page 119 UTM-00339 Rev 19 From the Main Menu • Press to select Tag Detonators From Advanced Tagging Screen • Press SoftKey to select String Statistics String Statistics screen will display: • Total tagged dets with highest delay time • Total Planned detonators •...
Page 120 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The user may review the parameters at any time in the tagging screen. From Advanced Tagging Screen • Press Tag Configuration SoftKey to select Tag Detonators Screen From Tag Detonators Screen, check the following: Should the value be correct, press key to move to the next field.
Page 121 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The user may set: • Absolute time (at any time) • Hole number but not counting direction • Det number (if multiple primed and not loading per deck) • Increment values and if increments are to be factored in for the next hole (Incrementing /Decrementing / Manual) The Up/Down arrow keys may be used as follows: •...
Page 122 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Test Menu will allow the user to perform the following tests: Test All, Test String Test Single Det Leakage Test, Untagged Test Search Dets From the test menu, the user will have the option to test all the tagged detonators. Although the tagger detonator list capacity is equal to a Full Blast Design which can be a maximum of 16000 detonators, the Tagger will only test one string at a time with large blast designs.
Page 123 UTM-00339 Rev 19 From the test menu, the user will have the option to test all the detonators connected to a String Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Test Menu. Test Menu • Press SoftKey to select Test String. 3.
Page 124 UTM-00339 Rev 19 From the test menu, the user will have the option to test a single detonator connected either to the POGO Pins Only or to the POGO Pins and Harness wire. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Test Menu. Test Menu •...
Page 125 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to perform a current measurement and a leakage measurement test. Leakage is measured in milli-amps (mA) and low leakage is considered to be below 0.5mA. Leakage higher than 1mA is considered high leakage and may result in blasting problems (potential misfires) and should therefore be addressed and resolved prior to arming.
Page 126 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to test for Untagged Detonators connected to the harness wire. 1. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Test Menu. 2. Test Menu • Press SoftKey to select Untagged Test 3. Untagged Test •...
Page 127 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to search for detonators connected to the harness wire. It can be conducted with any CE4 Tagger and no prior tagged list is necessary. This same function will be performed by the Bench Commander to discover detonators.
Page 128 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The View Plan Menu will display the planned ViewShot List when the tag option is set to “Tag by Plan”. The Basic and Advanced options will allow the user to view the list of tagged detonators filtered by various important characteristics.
Page 129 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press the Search Filter SoftKey to toggle between options as detailed below: • Hole Number, • Row number, • String Number, • Channel number. • Press Search SoftKey and insert the Channel, String, Row or Hole number to be searched (Channel number shown in example) •...
Page 130 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press the Information | | | SoftKey to display options as detailed below. • Detonator Timing and Status • Allocation to Commander and String • Channel and String • Press the Next page SoftKey and observe the follow set of SoftKeys displayed Tag Path direction Page 130 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 131 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press Sort Detonator List SoftKey to display the detonator list in the order as required: • Tag Path Forward • Ascending Order • Descending Order • Tag Path Reversed Tag Path Forward Ascending Order Descending order Tag Path Reversed Page 131 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 132 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press Search SoftKey (criteria based on previous filter settings will be selected) • Press the Next page SoftKey and observe the follow set of SoftKeys displayed. Tagged detonator list (Highlighted if available ViewShot plan Summaries Page 132 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 133 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press the Summary Back to ViewShot Plan SoftKey to page to the following set of SoftKeys. String Summary Commander Summary ViewShot plan Summary Press the String Summary SoftKey to display the string statistics as follows: • String number, •...
Page 134 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This screen lists the detonators that were not found during testing. Main Menu • Press to select View Design View Design Menu • Press to select List Missing Detonators List Missing Dets The List Missing Detonators screen will be displayed. •...
Page 135 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Sorted by Channel Unsorted Sorted by Location • Toggle Information to view Wire m - Wire length information String number, Channel number, Commander number Det position in ViewShot Plan Info Page 135 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright © 2021...
Page 137 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This screen will list the new detonators found during testing. Main Menu • Press to select View Design View Design Menu • Press to select List New Detonators List New Dets • The List New Detonators screen will be displayed •...
Page 138 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This screen will list the detonators that were found to have an error status during the test. (A bad status indicates the detonator may have a bad fuse or another internal problem). This List does NOT include untagged detonators. Failures may be the result of cable damage, connector or other problems.
Page 139 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This screen will list the detonators that were found to be tagged with the same location. The system does not rely on the location data to communicate with the dets and provided that the detonator has been tagged with a delay, all detonators can be fired. However, a duplicate location means that either the user has assigned the same location when tagging, or another user with another CE4 Tagger has assigned this same location to a detonator.
Page 140 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Blast Summary function enables the user to view a blast summary per channel. Main Menu • Press to select View Design View Design Menu • Press SoftKey to select Blast Summary The Blast Summary screen will be displayed Press the Back SoftKey to page back to previous screen Press the Info SoftKey...
Page 141 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This option will allow the user to track detonators that have been tagged, the user will be directed to the location of the tagged detonator. The detonators can only be tracked using the same Tagger that it was tagged with and a GPS signal was available during the initial tagging and is available to track the detonator.
Page 142 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Start walking towards the bench • Tagger will detect the direction and distance to the selected detonator. • The distance and direction to the detonator will be displayed • Proceed in the direction as indicated. • When the Tagger is within 3 meters of the selected detonator, “Near Location”...
Page 143 UTM-00339 Rev 19 With the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander System it is recommended that the user mark the detonator that will be ® placed at the end of the harness wire, as the Bench Commander will verify the voltage level of this detonator just before firing.
Page 144 • Repeater, and • D-GPS Base Station if the GPS Receiver hardware within the Commander is activated. The following illustration depicts a front and rear view of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander indicating the major ® components. Figure 9: DigiShot Plus 4G Commander Part Identification ®...
Page 145 Plus 4G Commander must be placed on a tripod or otherwise elevated ® during use; elevating it to approximately 1.5m above ground level ensures that the internal antenna will operate at optimum levels. Future versions of the DigiShot Plus 4G ®...
Page 146 A Near Field Communication (NFC) Sensor located inside the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander makes ® use of technology that enables the NFC BlastCard to establish communication with the DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander by touching the devices together or bringing them into proximity to a distance of 5cm (2in) or less.
Page 147 • Battery Percentage will be displayed Press the NEXT Button to continue. NEXT Button Press the POWER Button to power OFF the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander. The DigiShot ® ® Plus 4G Commander will power off after a second or two.
Page 148 When the battery capacity drops below 15%, a warning will be displayed. The low battery error will clear once Commander is charged to 35%. When the battery capacity drops below 3%, the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will shut down. ®...
Page 149 50%, at least every six months to maintain the expected lifetime of the battery. The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander may be kept on charge for extended periods as the DigiShot Plus 4G ®...
Page 150 Press-and-hold the NEXT button, then press the POWER button to switch ON. The device will now enter bootloading mode. To load new software, connect a flash drive containing the new software version into the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander. Place the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander in boot loader- ® ®...
Page 151 UTM-00339 Rev 19 After the start-up sequence the identification number (1-10) will be displayed. Remote control of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander is now possible from a CE4 Tagger within range (or a tablet ® loaded with the required software).
Page 152 CE4 Tagger will connect to Commander Enter device password when prompted Press key to continue Device password will be required only during first connection to the DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander. The default password may be changed by the user and can be configured from the “Settings”...
Page 153 Plus 4G Commander will display a warning at 15% and switch OFF at 3% ® battery life. Temperature and the Relative Humidity as measured inside the DigiShot® Plus 4G Commander are displayed as follows: Temperature: The Temperature is displayed in degrees Celsius and Fahrenheit.
Page 154 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Press to select page right. Hardware Serial Number will be displayed. Software Release Number will be displayed. Hardware Serial number is required when tickets are required from the DetNet Portal. Service: Next service due date will be displayed Hardware Serial number is required when Web tickets are required from the DetNet Portal.
Page 155 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Icons as displayed on the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will differ according to the selected mode. Each of ® the following modes will display icons that are applicable to the selected mode: • Base Mode, •...
Page 156 The Detail screen is displayed as a black layout on a white background. The illustration below has a black background only to improve the visibility of the icons in this manual. Figure 10: DigiShot Plus 4G Base Commander Mode Detail Screen ®...
Page 157 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description to PC Connected 1…10 CE4 Tagger ID to Indicates the CE4 CE4 Tagger ID which the Tagger ID to which the connected to Commander is Commander is connected to connected.
Page 158 It includes all the detonators found on all the Bench Commanders connected to this Base. Battery percentage Indicates the remaining indicator battery life as a percentage 1…10 DigiShot Plus 4G DigiShot Plus 4G DigiShot Plus 4G ® ® ® Commander ID...
Page 159 The state shown on the base is simply the ‘least advanced’ of all the benches that are involved in the blast State = IDLE Idle state, DigiShot ® Plus 4G Commander waiting for processes to commence, start- up to finish...
Page 160 Icon Options / Variants / Description Lagging Bench state = Charging Bench-state-on-base icon Error notification DigiShot Plus 4G ® area Commander will indicate any error condition it has by printing the exclamation triangle. Holds for errors reported on the connected Bench Commanders as well.
Page 161 UTM-00339 Rev 19 When the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander, in Bench Mode, is connected to a ® CE4 Tagger / Laptop / Tablet via Wi-Fi, it will display only the Wi-Fi symbol on the screen. This icon will replace all other screens.
Page 162 The Detail screen below is displayed as a black layout on a white background. The illustration below has a black background only to improve the visibility of the icons in this manual. Figure 11: DigiShot Plus 4G Commander Bench Mode Screen ®...
Page 163 Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description Type of device Indicates the type of Connected to CE4 connected to device the DigiShot Tagger ® Plus 4G Commander is connected to. Connected to PC 1…10 CE4 Tagger ID to Indicates the CE4...
Page 164 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Item Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description RF connectivity Indicates whether the Connected to Base indication area RF module on this Bench is active Indicates whether Bench Commander is connected to Base via Indicates the signal quality of the RF connection RF active and...
Page 165 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Item Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description State = ABORTED Aborted state. User issued blast abort command. STATE IS LATCHED and requires Commander Power Cycle. Communication channels and testing functions still active, but blasting cannot be performed anymore.
Page 166 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Item Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description State = AWAITING Commander waiting for GRACE TIMEOUT GRACE timer to expire State = READY TO Commander waiting for CHARGE the CHARGING command to be received State = CHARGING Commander blast voltage charging State = LAST DET...
Page 167 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Item Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description Blast shutdown timer Once the Commander Timer inactive Blast shutdown timer indicator passed the "PRESS inactive. NEXT" state, the Commander will be shutdown timer is turned off if Auto started.
Page 168 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Item Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description If Base is ready to The top figure indicates blast and Wi-Fi/USB a local blast, where RF connection is severed is not used or for / lost / disconnected, remote, when RF is not this display indicates connected.
Page 169 UTM-00339 Rev 19 When the Repeater is connected via Wi-Fi, it will display only the Wi-Fi symbol on the screen. This icon will replace all other screens. When the Repeater is connected via USB rather than Wi-Fi, the USB symbol will be displayed When the Bench Commander is connected via RF, it will display the RF symbol...
Page 170 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Table 11: Repeater Screen Icons Item # Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description Wi-Fi / USB Indicates whether Connected to As simultaneous connectivity Commander is something Wi-Fi and USB indication area (CE4 connected via Wi-Fi connections are Tagger or PC) or USB...
Page 171 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Item # Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description Possible connection Wi-Fi and USB CE4 Tagger ID 1 combinations connections, and connected via Wi-Fi combinations thereof. PC connected via PC connected via Wi-Fi PC connected via CE4 Tagger ID 1 connected via Wi-Fi RF connectivity...
Page 172 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Item # Description Detail Indication Icon Options / Variants / Description ID of the RF- Base Commander ID Repeater indicates 1…10 connected Base the Base Commander Commander ID that is in charge of the remote setup. Commander ID Commander ID used Commander ID 1…10...
Page 173 UTM-00339 Rev 19 It is a good practice to clear the list when starting a new blasting process as the Commander retains original detonator details from the previous blast. From the Main Menu, select new design and confirm that list needs to be cleared. 1.
Page 174 1. Test All, 2. Leakage Test, 3. Untagged Test. From the test menu, the user will have the option to test all the detonators known to the DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander to check if they are still connected to the Harness wire Main Menu •...
Page 175 Press SoftKey to select Test Menu. 2. Test Menu • Press SoftKey to select Leakage Test. 3. Leakage Test • DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will Test Leakage on all Channels ® • Press SoftKey to continuously repeat test. • Press SoftKey to stop continuously repeating test 4.
Page 176 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to test for Untagged Detonators connected to the harness wire. 1. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Test Menu. 2. Test Menu • Press SoftKey to select Untagged Test. 3. Untagged Test •...
Page 177 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The View Design Menu will allow the user to view detonator lists sorted or filtered as desired. The following menu options are available: 1. List Detonators, 2. List Missing Detonators, 3. List New Detonators, 4. List Bad Status Detonators, 5.
Page 178 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Press SoftKey to view Plan Summary • Press SoftKey to select: Sort By Channel Sort by Location Sort by Time view. Sort in Tag order. In the List Detonator screens, make use of the keys to navigate up or down, and press to view the selected detonator’s details.
Page 179 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This screen will list the detonators that were not found during testing. Main Menu • Press Key to select View Design. View Design • Press Key to select List Missing Detonators. List Missing Dets • The List Missing Detonators screen will be displayed •...
Page 180 UTM-00339 Rev 19 New detonators are detonators that were not found when the Commander completed the original search but were found when it repeated the search later (i.e. the detonators are “new”). Once programming is done, the detonators are considered to be accepted as part of the design and will not be shown as new anymore. 1.
Page 181 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This screen lists the detonators that were found to be bad during the test. (A bad status indicates the detonator may have a bad fuse or other internal problem). This List does NOT include untagged detonators. Failures may be the result of cable damage, connector or other problems. A bad status detonator must be replaced even if subsequent test results indicate good.
Page 182: Channel Summary
UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Channel Summary menu allows the user to view summaries of the number of detonators on each Channel. 1. Main Menu • Press Key to select View Design. 2. View Design • Press Key to select Channel Summary. 3.
Page 183: Prepare For Blast
UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function prepares for either a Local Blast or a Remote Blast 1. Main Menu • Press SoftKey to select Prepare for Blast. 2. Warning for last det not set User is enforced to select last dets on all channels. A warning will appear where the user may: •...
Page 184: Local Blast
RM AND FIRE BLASTING COMMANDS WILL BE ERASED FROM THE OMMANDER MEMORY AFTER USE 8. Local Blast • User will be prompted to Scan Key • Scan the Red BlastCard at the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander ® • Enter the associated PIN • Press to continue.
Page 185 Plus 4G Commander for 2 seconds ® NEXT 10. Local Blast • The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will initiate a 30-second high-voltage charging ® period followed by a 120-second blast window. • Should there be detonators marked as “last det”, the last det test will be performed between the charge and blast window 11.
Page 186 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The following Remote Blast description details the manual process to arm the system. The user is also provided with an option to Arm the Commander without the need to connect the Tagger via an AutoArm function. The AutoArm function will allow the user to scan a no-PIN yellow BlastCard and if there are no errors present;...
Page 187: Remote Blast
RF settings procedure. 7. Remote Blast • User will be prompted to Scan Key • Scan the Yellow BlastCard at the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander BLAST CARD NFC SENSOR Yellow NFC card must be from the same group as Red NFC card for RF communication to take place.
Page 188 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Disconnect the CE4 Tagger from the Bench Commander. CE4 Tagger will automatically disconnect from the Bench Commander during charging. 9. Remote Blast • The Bench Commander will await a command from the Base Commander Connect the CE4 Tagger via Wi-Fi to the Base Commander. •...
Page 189 The user will then have to press next for 2 seconds and the unit will then be ready to arm. 14. Scan Key • Scan the RED BlastCard at the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander ® •...
Page 190 UTM-00339 Rev 19 15. To disarm the blast • From the Base Commander press the button • The Base will return to “Scan Red Key” • Press both FIRE-buttons (SoftKeys) on the CE4 Tagger simultaneously to fire • BLASTING WILL TAKE PLACE •...
Page 191 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The following Remote Synchronized Blast description details the manual process to arm system. The user is also provided with an option to Arm each Bench Commander without the need to connect the Tagger via an AutoArm function. The AutoArm function will allow the user to scan a no-PIN yellow BlastCard and if there are no errors present;...
Page 192 22. Remote Blast • User will be prompted to Scan Key • Scan the Yellow BlastCard at the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander ® BLAST CARD NFC SENSOR Yellow NFC card must be from the same group as Red NFC card for RF communication to take place.
Page 193: Remote Synchronized Blast
UTM-00339 Rev 19 Disconnect the CE4 Tagger from the Bench Commander. CE4 Tagger will automatically disconnect from the Bench Commander during charging. 24. Remote Blast • The Bench Commander will await a command from the Base Commander Connect the CE4 Tagger via Wi-Fi to the Base Commander. •...
Page 194 Also useful when there is a possibility of the rock from one bench possibly cutting off the harness wire to the other bench during blasting. 27. Scan Key • Scan the RED BlastCard at the back of the DigiShot Plus ® 4G Commander •...
Page 195 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Press both FIRE-buttons (SoftKeys) on the CE4 Tagger simultaneously to fire • The Commander will count down from 5 seconds to allow for the synchronisation of all Bench Commanders and will blast at 0 seconds • BLASTING WILL TAKE PLACE •...
Page 196 User may change RF settings by selecting corresponding numbers. Refer to 15.3 for detailed RF settings procedure. 35. Remote Blast • User will be prompted to Scan Key • Scan the Yellow BlastCard at the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander BLAST CARD NFC SENSOR Page 196 of 253...
Page 197 The same NFC card will be used in all the Bench that are going o initiated from the same Base 36. Remote Blast • Press and hold the NEXT button on the front of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander for 2 seconds ® • The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will initiate a Grace ®...
Page 198: Remote Non-Synchronized Blast
• Once all the Bench Commanders are finished with grace countdown then user will prompted to scan the Red keys 40. Scan Key • Scan the RED BlastCard at the back of the DigiShot Plus ® 4G Commander • Enter the corresponding PIN •...
Page 199 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Blasting incidents may occur due to the blast area not cleared of all personnel prior to blasting activities taking place. To eliminate these types of incidents, some mines are implementing human and equipment tracking to ensure that the blasting areas are completely cleared prior to blasting. The intended use of the 3rd Party Blast Authorisation system is to ensure that all people and/or equipment are out of the danger area before the blast commences.
Page 200: Prepare For Blast
UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Press to return to main menu. 3. Should the user have opted to select the last det automatically, a warning will be displayed to ensure that all dets are connected before proceeding to programming. • Press to continue.
Page 201 The user will be prompted to scan an Authorise Card programmed with the authorised token from the 3rd party application to start the blasting process. • Scan the Authorise Card at the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander. ®...
Page 202 UTM-00339 Rev 19 12. Local Blast • The Commander will initiate a 30-second high-voltage charging period followed by a 90-second blast window. • Should there be detonators marked as “last det”, the last det test will be performed between the charge and blast window.
Page 203: Remote Blast
UTM-00339 Rev 19 2. Prepare for Blast • Press SoftKey to select Program Detonators. 3. Program Detonators • Detonators will be programmed. • Press button to return to Prepare for Blast Menu. 4. Prepare for Blast • Press to select Arm. 5.
Page 204 Yellow NFC card must be from the same group as Red NFC card for RF communication to take place. 8. Remote Blast • Press and hold the NEXT button on the front of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander for 2 seconds. ® • The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will initiate a ®...
Page 205 The user will be prompted to scan an Authorise Key programmed with the authorised token from the 3rd party application to start the blasting process. • Scan the Authorise Key at the back of the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander. ®...
Page 206 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Press and Hold the NEXT button on the front of the DigiShot Plus 4G ® Commander for 2 seconds, NEXT • The Commander will initiate arming and a 30-second high- voltage Charging period followed by Test Line and the 90- second blast window.
Page 207 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Press both FIRE-buttons ( SoftKeys ) on the CE4 Tagger simultaneously to fire. • Blasting will take place. • Blast Command sent message will be displayed. • Switch Off Commander and Tagger. Page 207 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 208 UTM-00339 Rev 19 HOULD THE UTHORISATION TIME OUT PERIOD BE IN EXCESS OF HOURS OMMANDER SAFETY SHUT DOWN TIMER IS SET TO HOURS BY DEFAULT AND THE OMMANDER WILL SHUT DOWN WHEN THE DEFAULT HOUR PERIOD IS XCEEDED The authorise token has an embedded time-out functionality. Should the window expire the following screen will be displayed and the device will need to be authorised again.
Page 209: Setup
UTM-00339 Rev 19 The configuration menu presents a variety of informational screens and configurable options for the following: 4G Setup Device Setup Long Range RF Advanced Setup Factory Setup. The 4G Setup menu will allow the user to set the det labelling that was used when tagging to ensure that the Commander is able to interpret the locations tagged on the detonators.
Page 210: Leakage Trigger
UTM-00339 Rev 19 Configuration Menu • Press to select 4G Setup • Press to select Leakage Trigger Leakage Trigger • Select leakage warning trigger level using numerical keys to move up or down (0.5mA to 5.0mA) • Press Softkey to save Blasting Method Configuration is only available on the Base Station.
Page 211: Device Setup
UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Device Setup menu will allow the user to adjust device specific settings. The following options are available: Time Zone Language Time Outs Units 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.
Page 212 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to select a language preference for the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander menus. ® This version of software does not have complete translations of all languages other than English. The additional languages will be included in a later software release.
Page 213 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to set a time-period of inactivity before the Commander will automatically power off to conserve battery power. The user can set the idle time between 2 and 300 minutes. Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu...
Page 214 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to select either the Imperial or Metric Units of Measure as preferred. Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu • Press to select Device Setup Device Setup • Press to select Unit Units •...
Page 215 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to manually select the region where the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will be ® deployed, set the region specific RF Channel and set the Encryption Key. Communication will NOT be possible unless the channel, encryption key settings and firmware version are the same on Base and Bench commanders.
Page 216 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • Use keys to toggle between From NFC and From Settings • Press to manually set RF Channel if source is From Settings • Use numerical keypad to enter Unique RF Channel within the range as follows: •...
Page 217 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu • Press to select Long Range RF RF Setup • Press to select Encryption Key Setup Encryption Key Setup • Select to change source • The current source will be displayed at the top of the screen •...
Page 218 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Use numerical keypad to enter Unique Encryption key • Press to continue • Press SoftKey to return to Main Menu Communication will NOT be possible unless the channel and encryption key settings are the same on Base and Bench commanders. Note that this function is automated, and the onus is not on the user to ensure matching settings, unless they need to alter them.
Page 219: Advanced Setup
UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Advanced Setup menu presents configurable options for the following: Device ID Base Station Mode Bench Box Mode Repeater Mode DGPS Base mode Device Password. Last Det Toggle Auto Arm Max Wire Length Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu •...
Page 220 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Base Station Mode menu allows the User to configure the Commander to be utilised in either Base Station or Base Station + Repeater Mode. The Commander unit will turn off automatically when the mode change is selected. Main Menu •...
Page 221 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Base and Repeat mode will allow the Base Commander to communicate through a repeater. The User should use this mode of operation when a repeater is used in the blast. The Commander unit will turn off automatically when the mode change is selected. Main Menu •...
Page 222 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Bench Box Mode menu allows the User to configure the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander to be utilised as a ® Bench Box. The Commander unit will turn off automatically when the mode change is selected. Main Menu •...
Page 223 UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Repeater Mode menu allows the User to configure the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander to be utilised as a ® Repeater. The Commander unit will turn off automatically when the mode change is selected. Main Menu •...
Page 224 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to change the device password by assigning a new unique password that is known only to the user. Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup Advanced Setup •...
Page 225 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to enable or disable the last det test. Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup Advanced Setup • Press to select Last Det Last Det •...
Page 226 UTM-00339 Rev 19 This function enables the user to enable arming automatically or manually. Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup Advanced Setup • Press to select Toggle Auto Arm Toggle Auto Arm User may select to: •...
Page 227 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu • Press to select Advanced Setup Press right soft key to display next screen Advanced Setup • Press to select Max Wire Length Insert the max wire length between 5000 and 16000m. Page 227 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright ©...
Page 228: Factory Setup
UTM-00339 Rev 19 The Factory Setup is password protected and may only be accessed by designated maintenance teams. Main Menu • Press to select Configuration Configuration Menu • Press to select Factory Setup Factory Password • The factory setup menu will prompt for a password, after which the factory options will be displayed.
Page 229 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Each option is further protected by its own web-based ticket system. If no active ticket is available for the chosen option (as stored on the CE4 Tagger), the user is prompted for a ticket issued by portal.detnet.com. The ticket is comprised of two 10-digit numbers that need to be entered before continuing.
Page 230 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Each Factory menu option is described below. Many of the screens are common to several CE4 products and are shared between them. Only Storage Mode will be accessible without a Web Ticket. All other Menu items will need a Web Ticket to be accessed.
Page 232 ® Commander. Initiate the program functions to ensure all detonators are timed appropriately. Select ARM and scan the RED BlastCard to the designated NFC Sensor area on the back of the DigiShot ® Plus 4G Commander. Page 232 of 253...
Page 233 UTM-00339 Rev 19 ARM/Activate the DigiShot Plus 4G Commander from the CE4 Tagger. ® Enter the associated PIN on the CE4 Tagger. Press and hold the next button for 2 seconds The DigiShot Plus 4G Commander will initiate a 30-second high-voltage charging period followed by a 90- ®...
Page 234 • Connect detonator lead-in wires to any / each available detonator channel on the front panel. Channels are clearly marked 1 – 4. • Switch both CE4 Tagger and DigiShot Plus 4G Commander ON. ® • Establish a Wi-Fi link between the CE4 Tagger and appropriate Bench Commander. Both devices will confirm connected status on the respective displays.
Page 235 UTM-00339 Rev 19 3000m Tagger 3000m Base Commander Bench Commanders (x10) Figure 15: Synchronized Blasting via Multiple Commanders a. Repeat steps a – d as specified for remote blasting. b. When configuring the base and selecting the bench commanders to be blasted, select the sync option c.
Page 236 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Fault Condition Error Screen Troubleshooting / Remedial Action When Envelope is displayed, Press # to display Error Screen Low Battery Ensure that the Commander is fully charged before it is deploying in a blast. Should this error trigger, charge the Commander before using or alternatively use another Commander that has been sufficiently charged.
Page 237 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Fault Condition Error Screen Troubleshooting / Remedial Action This warning is triggered when the Commander detects that a Detonator(s) Missing previously connected detonator is no longer present on the line. When this error occurs, the user is encouraged to examine the list to determine which detonator is missing.
Page 238 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Fault Condition Error Screen Troubleshooting / Remedial Action This error occurs when communication to the last detonator is Last detonator error unsuccessful after charging and just prior to firing. If the last detonator is not found it indicates a harness break or the last detonator does not have sufficient voltage to initiate.
Page 239 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Fault Condition Error Screen Troubleshooting / Remedial Action This error may trigger at any point during the testing, Current limiter has programming or firing process. The error points to excessively activated high leakage or a short circuit on the channel. The Tagger may be used to identify the source of leakage using the binary search technique.
Page 240 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Fault Condition Error Screen Troubleshooting / Remedial Action The low battery warning will be displayed when the battery has Low Battery / Link depleted to a point where blasting may be jeopardized. Down / Check RF Recharge the battery before continuing with blasting. Settings When the RF link is down at the Base Commander, the ‘link down’...
Page 241 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Fault Condition Error Screen Troubleshooting / Remedial Action The system will display a reprogram error should dets be Missing dets after disconnected after programming and reconnected afterwards. programming and The user can view the errors on the Bench Commander by reconnected pressing the # button.
Page 243 Quick Guides, Channel Leakage and other documents of interest. When boxes of DigiShot Plus 4G Detonators are delivered, ensure to place boxes at a point of safety to prevent ® on-bench vehicles from driving over the boxes and damaging detonators.
Page 244 UTM-00339 Rev 19 When lowering booster down the drilled hole it is important to note the following: • Pillow loading is advisable to prevent the down-line wire being exposed to unnecessary tension when augering explosives down the hole. It also helps to prevent the down-line wire being damaged when the booster strikes the bottom of the hole.
Page 245 UTM-00339 Rev 19 When stemming holes with aggregate it is important to do the following: • Position the down-line wire to mitigate damage as much as possible. • Pull down-line wire away from the side from which stemming material is being poured down the hole. Ensure that all slack is taken-up to prevent kinking inside the stemming column.
Page 246 UTM-00339 Rev 19 • When joining of the harness wire is required, always use a Back-to Back Connector to ensure a proper joint. Strip the harness wire insulation a sufficient length to fit into the connector of the Back-to Back Connector without protruding on either side of the connector as this can result in a short circuit •...
Page 247 UTM-00339 Rev 19 When deciding on a suitable blast point and setting up multiple Base stations for blasting, the following must be noted: • Ensure that all spare Commanders and CE4 Taggers in the transporting vehicles are switched OFF to prevent RF interference with Commanders used in the blast.
Page 248 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Maximum Surface Wire Length 2500m - 4G Detonator Max number of dets vs Leakage (per channel) length Dets Dets Dets Dets Dets Dets (0mA) (1mA) (2mA) (3mA) (4mA) (5mA) Voltage starvation → Page 248 of 253 DetNet South Africa Copyright © 2021...
Page 249 UTM-00339 Rev 19 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.
Page 250 UTM-00339 Rev 19 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 Tagger. 1.
Page 251 Connect DigiShot Plus Tagger and check front half of the installation for leakage, Tagger displays satisfactory ® leakage. Reconnect the break in the surface wire / bus and retest surface harness, DigiShot Plus Tagger displays high ® leakage indicating fault present.
Page 252 UTM-00339 Rev 19 Amp-hours Generation Control Equipment Direct Current Det(s) Detonator(s) Greenwich Mean Time Inch Ingress Protection (IP-67 = totally protected against ingress of dust; and protected against the effects of immersion between 15cm and 1m for 30 minutes) Liquid Crystal Display Light Emitting Diode Long-range Maximum distance: 3km (<3km)
Page 253 This is an area close to the bench, where equipment can be located with reasonable assurance that it will not be damaged during or immediately after blast. Blast voltage The principal requirements for firing a DigiShot Plus 4G Detonator are a minimum ®...

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