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DigiTrak MFCB Operator’s Manual
Introduction
The DigiTrak Multi-Function Cable Box (MFCB), often referred to as just the cable box, is an
interface used with a variety of DigiTrak cable transmitters. It provides power to the cable
transmitter and sends power and transmitter data to the remote display.
The cable box can be used with the following DigiTrak cable transmitters:
Eclipse cable transmitter (ECP)
F Series cable transmitter (FC)
Eclipse steering tool transmitter (SST)
The cable box can be used with the following DigiTrak remote displays:
Free-standing Multifunction Display (MFDF)
Multi-Function Display (MFD), panel-mounted and freestanding
F Series Display (FSD)
This manual does not give instructions on how to operate your locating system. Please read
the
operator’s manual for your locating system before you use the cable box with your remote
display.
Items such as compression fittings, 10-gauge copper wire, heat shrink, butt splices, and
collector ring or mud swivel assemblies are not available from DCI. Drill manufacturers or
tooling manufacturers will have information on collector ring (slip-ring) assemblies, mud
swivels, and compression fittings. Electrical supply houses will carry the rest of the equipment
needed to connect the wires as drill rods are added to the drill string.
DCI offers an optional product called the CableLink connection system, which eliminates the
need for butt splices and heat shrinks. The CableLink system is permanently installed into the
drill pipe, and the wire connection occurs automatically when the pipe ends are threaded
together.
The SST system has very specific requirements for the transmitter housing and includes a
laptop computer that is integral to the system. Although some information regarding the SST
is provided here, please refer to the o
perator’s manual provided with your SST system for
complete setup and operation information.
All manuals are available at our website,
For full system compatibility, updates to the software in your cable box and/or remote display
may be required.
For more information
on obtaining operator’s manuals, CableLink, or software upgrades, visit
our website, or contact DCI Customer Service.
