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DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR
USER MANUAL
DCI DigiGuide
05.18.2024
DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR
DCI DigiGuide User Manual
05.18.2024
Important Safety Info
Bootcamp
Initial Setup
Jobsite Setup
During Drilling
Post Drilling
Advanced Topics
19625 62nd Ave S Suite B103 Kent, WA 98032 U.S.
DIGITAL CONTROL, INC
dci@digital-control.com | digital - control.com
1.800.288.3610 | 1.425.251.0559

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  • Page 1 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR DCI DigiGuide User Manual 05.18.2024 Important Safety Info Bootcamp Initial Setup Jobsite Setup During Drilling Post Drilling Advanced Topics 19625 62nd Ave S Suite B103 Kent, WA 98032 U.S.

  • Page 2: General Safety Warning

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Important Safety Info GENERAL SAFETY WARNING Only operate your DCI guidance system in accordance with the operating instructions for your system. Serious injury and death, as well as property damage, can result if underground drilling equipment strikes a natural gas line, high-voltage electrical cable, or other utility.
  • Page 3 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Ensure that all underground utilities have been located, exposed, and/or accurately marked prior to drilling. Follow all proper safety precautions, such as potholing. DCI equipment is not explosion-proof and should never be used near flammable or explosive substances.
  • Page 4 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Interference levels change with time and with even minor changes in location. The frequency optimizer is not a substitute for prudent operator judgment. If performance drops while drilling, consider switching to the other selected band (not available on the Falcon F1) or use Max Mode.

  • Page 5: Environmental Requirements

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Vehicles Saltwater/salt domes Conductive earth, such as iron ore If you have any questions about the operation of your guidance system, please contact DCI Customer Service for assistance. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS System working altitude: up to 6562 ft (2000m).
  • Page 6 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 If you have any questions about the operation of your guidance system, please contact DCI Customer Service for assistance. DIGITAL CONTROL, INC...
  • Page 7 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Bootcamp HDD LOCATING HISTORY Locating in the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry was initially based on locating a buried cable by sweeping the locator back and forth to find the highest signal strength (peak signal), indicating that the locator was over the cable.
  • Page 8 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 There is a second locate point behind the transmitter called the Rear Locate Point (RLP). The two locate points, combined with a Locate Line (LL), pinpoint the precise location of the transmitter housing below ground.
  • Page 9 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Passive interference consists of anything that blocks or distorts the transmitter signal resulting in incorrect depths or missing data. Example sources include rebar, guard rails, bridge abutments, chain link fencing, salt/saltwater, and soil high in metal ore.

  • Page 10: Menu Navigation

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 MENU NAVIGATION Falcon F Plus line of locators has a toggle switch on top and a trigger switch under the handle to navigate the menu system and select options. Use the 4-way toggle switch to access a menu, move between menu options, and open shortcuts.
  • Page 11 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 With a DigiTrak DataLog Management (DDM) subscription, use your mobile device to upload DataLogs to your cloud account even during drilling to show progress to back-office personnel. After importing your DataLog job into our Log-While-Drilling (LWD) software, you can edit, annotate, and finalize the precise report you or your customer...

  • Page 12: Depth Screen

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 3. Locator 4. Roll indicator 5. Roll value 6. Roll/pitch update meter 7. Transmitter pitch 8. Power Mode and Transmitter signal strength 9. Transmitter fluid pressure 10. Transmitter temperature DEPTH SCREEN The Depth screen displays when the trigger is held with the locator at the Locate Line (LL).

  • Page 13: Predicted Depth Screen

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 7. Transmitter battery strength 8. Transmitter power level When the HAG setting is disabled, the locator displays at ground level and must be placed on the ground during depth readings.
  • Page 14 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Do not take a predicted depth reading when the locator is over the Rear Locate Point (RLP). GLOSSARY DEFINITIONS *REFERENCE LOCK INDICATOR Indicates a reference signal has been obtained for displaying the locate line. Displays at the top of the Locate Mode screen.
  • Page 15 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Initial Setup REGISTERING YOUR EQUIPMENT STEP 1 OF 2 Stuff You Should Know Registering your equipment activates the product warranty. Registering also allows us to contact you if it is recovered after being lost or stolen.
  • Page 16 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 1 OF 5 Check the charge level of your battery; each of the five lights on a li-ion battery represents about 20% capacity. NiMH batteries do not have a power meter. You can view battery life in the top banner of the Main menu.

  • Page 17: Transmitter Setup

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 3 OF 5 Pull the trigger to turn on the locator. STEP 4 OF 5 Click to confirm you’ve read the manual. STEP 5 OF 5 Click again to continue.
  • Page 18 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 3 OF 3 The transmitter is powered once batteries or battery adapter is inserted and the cap is installed. SET HEIGHT-ABOVE-GROUND STEP 1 OF 6 Stuff You Should Know Use Height-Above-Ground (HAG) to set a height measurement on the locator so you don’t have to put it on the ground for a depth reading.
  • Page 19 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 6 OF 6 Use the keypad to enter the value you measured and select Enter. HAG is now on. The locator must now be held at the set height for accurate depth readings.
  • Page 20 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Jobsite Setup POWER ON STEP 1 OF 5 Check the charge level of your battery; each of the five lights on a li-ion battery represents about 20% capacity. NiMH batteries do not have a power meter. You can view battery life in the top banner of the Main menu.
  • Page 21 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 3 OF 5 Pull the trigger to turn on the locator. STEP 4 OF 5 Click to confirm you’ve read the manual. STEP 5 OF 5 Click again to continue.
  • Page 22 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Main menu: If they do not match, use the following process to change the transmitter selection on the locator. STEP 2 OF 4 At the Main menu, select Transmitter selection.
  • Page 23 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 1 OF 5 Ensure all transmitters are powered off or more than 100 ft (30.5 m) away from the locator. STEP 2 OF 5 From the Main menu, select Frequency optimization.
  • Page 24 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 PICK STEP 1 OF 2 least noise * Toggle to the wide band (7, 11, or 16) with the and click twice to select and assign it as the Up band.
  • Page 25 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 have slightly less signal strength but tend to offer better performance around active interference such as power lines. PAIR STEP 1 OF 5 Pairing sends the frequencies you selected to the transmitter. Pair a transmitter immediately after scanning and picking bands.
  • Page 26 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 5 OF 5 For pairing with standard pitch resolution , select Transmitter pairing request again. If you want to see pitch in 0.1% increments, select Transmitter pairing request 0.1% / 100%.
  • Page 27 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 • 0 – 3% grade (0 – 1.7°) is 0.1% • 3 – 9% grade (1.7 – 5.1°) is 0.2% • 9 – 30% grade (5.1 – 16.7°) is 0.5% •...
  • Page 28 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 2 OF 5 Using a tape measure, place the near edge of the locator parallel to and exactly 10 ft (3 m) from the center of the drill head.
  • Page 29 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 The locator assumes the transmitter pitch equals zero during the above ground range check. For accurate readings ensure the transmitter is approximately level. STEP 5 OF 5 Click Cancel to exit to the...
  • Page 30 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 3 OF 4 To change the locator to the Up band, from the locate screen, hold toggle right to open the transmitter selection menu and select the Up band.
  • Page 31 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 The red triangle in the roll indicator shows calibration is needed. CALIBRATE, UP STEP 1 OF 7 From the Main menu, select Calibration. STEP 2 OF 7 Select 1 pt calibration.
  • Page 32 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 The locator beeps and displays a check mark after a successful calibration. STEP 5 OF 7 Use the Above Ground Range (AGR) that displays next to check the accuracy of your calibration. Move the locator to at least two different distances (including maximum bore depth) and verify distance readings match the measurement.
  • Page 33 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 During Drilling TURN ON HEIGHT-ABOVE-GROUND STEP 1 OF 2 From the Main menu, select HAG. STEP 2 OF 2 If the height shown at the bottom of the screen is acceptable, select Enable HAG.

  • Page 34: Locating The Transmitter

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 LOCATING THE TRANSMITTER STEP 1 OF 12 Find the Rear Locate Point (RLP) After the first rod has been drilled in, start at the entry point and face the direction of the bore.
  • Page 35 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 The signal strength increases as you move toward the transmitter and decreases as you move away from it. An A near the roll indicator indicates signal Attenuation is in effect. If the signal strength is red and flashing, this indicates extreme interference.
  • Page 36 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 6 OF 12 Mark this position on the ground as the Front Locate Point (FLP). STEP 7 OF 12 predicted depth * Hold the trigger to show the of the transmitter at this location.
  • Page 37 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 If the LL does not appear, go to the FLP and hold the trigger to show the predicted depth until the R appears. STEP 10 OF 12 Ensure the locator is on the line connecting the two marked locate points.
  • Page 38 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 If the signal strength is red and flashing, this indicates extreme interference. If you hold the trigger for longer than five seconds, the locator will enter Mode , which can help with unstable data caused by interference or extreme depths.
  • Page 39 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 The Predicted Depth screen displays when the trigger is held with the locator at the Front Locate Point (FLP). The predicted depth is how deep the transmitter is calculated to be when it reaches the front locate point if it continues on its current path. The predicted depth will also display when the locator is at the Rear Locate Point (RLP), but it will not be correct.
  • Page 40 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 4 OF 5 Toggle to and select the transmitter band without the X in the box (in this case, FT5p 7). STEP 5 OF 5 Select Locate Mode. DIGITAL CONTROL, INC...
  • Page 41 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Post Drilling LOCATOR AND BATTERY CARE STEP 1 OF 4 Select power icon in the Main menu to power off the locator. STEP 2 OF 4 Remove the battery and inspect its contacts and those inside the battery compartment for corrosion and debris.
  • Page 42 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 TRANSMITTER AND BATTERY CARE STEP 1 OF 6 Remove the transmitter from the drill head. STEP 2 OF 6 Wipe the transmitter clean so dirt doesn’t enter the battery compartment or accumulate on the battery cap threads.
  • Page 43 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 6 OF 6 Store the transmitter in the original system carry case where it will be safe from impact and excessive temperatures. Storage and transportation temperature must remain within 40°...
  • Page 44 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Advanced Topics STEEP AND DEEP When a transmitter is level (zero pitch) underground: the locate points (FLP and RLP) are at equal distances from the transmitter depth displayed on the locator is the actual depth, and the Locate Line (LL) indicates a position above the transmitter.
  • Page 45 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 1. RLP 2. FLP 3. LL 4. Fore/aft offset 5. Projected depth 6. Transmitter at positive pitch 7. 30% (17°) The differences in position and depth between the projected depth point and the actual location of the transmitter can be relatively small at low pitch and/or shallow depth.
  • Page 46 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Fore/Aft Offset For a given pitch, you can calculate actual or projected depth: IN-GROUND CALIBRATION This calibration procedure is rarely needed. If you find it necessary to calibrate with the transmitter in the ground, contact DCI customer service for information on this option, and perform the procedure with caution.
  • Page 47 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 2 OF 6 Select Transmitter information. STEP 3 OF 6 Align the transmitter so its IR port is near and facing the round IR port on the front of the locator.
  • Page 48 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 6 OF 6 Click to return to the Main menu. GLOSSARY DEFINITIONS TRANSMITTER TEMPERATURE WARNINGS STEP 1 OF 6 DigiTrak transmitters (Tx), with the exception of DucTrak, have an internal digital thermometer.
  • Page 49 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Suspend drilling when temperatures increase rapidly. Temperatures above 111° F are not typical. STEP 2 OF 6 As the transmitter (Tx) temperature increases above 61° F, the locator and remote emits warning beeps and the temperature icon changes on the locator or remote display.

  • Page 50: Transmitter Overheat Indicator (Temp Dot)

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 Warning tones: Three double beeps (beep-beep, beep-beep, beep-beep) for every 7° F increase. Cooling is critical to avoid irreversible damage. STEP 5 OF 6 Tx temp: 140° F and above (icon flashing)
  • Page 51 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 1. Black temp dot (voids warranty) 2. Normal white temp dot The temp dot has an outer yellow ring with a temperature sensitive 1/8" (3.15 mm) white dot in the center. If the center temp dot is black, the transmitter has been exposed to excessive heat and should no longer be used.
  • Page 52 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 2 For Falcon locators with programmable power mode, Low power also gives you a faster pitch update rate 3 Range is based on SAE Standard J2520 in AGR mode and Max Mode. Actual range and battery life will vary based on interference, transmitter housings, and frequencies.
  • Page 53 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 CHANGE V2 TRANSMITTER POWER MODE STEP 1 OF 4 If you are using a V2 transmitter with multipower mode, the direction you hold the transmitter while pairing a new band determines the power mode.
  • Page 54 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 3 OF 4 To pair in Standard Power mode, hold the Tx horizontally. STEP 4 OF 4 To pair in Low Power mode, hold the Tx with the index cap pointing down...

  • Page 55: Max Mode

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 MAX MODE STEP 1 OF 4 Before You Get Started Max Mode can stabilize roll/pitch data and depth readings when drilling at the transmitter’s range limit due to extreme depth or interference, which will vary by jobsite.
  • Page 56 DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 STEP 3 OF 4 Continue holding the trigger until depth and data stabilize. If the Max Mode timer fills up before depth and data stabilize, move to a different location near the drill head and hold to restart.

  • Page 57: Target Steering

    DIGITRAK FALCON F5 SUB-K REBAR USER MANUAL DCI DigiGuide 05.18.2024 TARGET STEERING STEP 1 OF 6 Before You Get Started The Target Steering guidance method allows the Falcon locator to be placed ahead of the drill head and used as a steering target.