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DigiTrak Falcon F5® 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.
Go watch some TV
You can find a training animation on
Target Steering
at
Using the receiver for Target Steering requires a stable signal from the transmitter.
Target Steering will not work properly with passive interference in the vicinity of
the bore.
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