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DigiTrak Falcon F1™ Operator's Manual
1.
Obstruction
2.
Bore path
3.
Path around obstruction
4.
LL
5.
Predetermined distance 1
6.
Predetermined distance 2
7.
Predetermined distance 3
8.
Drill
Off-Track Locating
Target Steering
The
Target Steering
®
locating method allows the Falcon receiver to be placed ahead of the drill head and
used as a steering target. It works especially well to avoid rebar that is causing signal interference,
if
the
receiver can be placed beyond the rebar area.
In general, Target Steering should be used to
maintain
a bore path,
not to correct a significantly off-course bore. If needed, use front
and rear locate methods to get back on course.
Locate Points (FLP & RLP) and Locate Line
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In situations with significant pitch changes, such as during the entry/exit or areas with changing topography
and elevations, the up/down steering information on the remote display may not be accurate. In these
situations, only the left/right steering information should be considered accurate.
After learning the concepts of Target Steering, practice its use
before
using on a jobsite where
time and money are at a premium. If you need further assistance, please contact DCI
Customer Service.
The Falcon Compact Display supports Remote Steering, which provides left/right steering
guidance but not depth. For Target Steering at the drill, DCI recommends the Aurora
touchscreen remote display.
Go watch some TV
You can find a training animation on
Target Steering
at