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Subsite Introduces Powerful, Diverse
HDD Guidance System

FR S IT
L O O K
Jeff Griffin,
Senior Editor

Subsite Electronics has introduced a new
horizontal directional drilling (HDD)
guidance system that is designed to
perform effectively in areas with high
levels of electrical interference.
" With multiple user interface options and
multiple tracking modes, the Marksman
HDD Guidance System offers the widest
frequency range in multiple power levels
in the industry, " said Alex Wagner, Subsite
product marketing manager. " Marksman's
bore path analyzer scans to identify the
most usable frequencies, selecting the best
choice to avoid interference. "
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The Marksman is designed to operate
with Ditch Which HDD models and other
brands of equipment. It is available at
Ditch Witch dealerships.
Wagner said that in addition to its wide
range of frequencies offering 64 power
levels and frequency combinations, it
incorporates the new M17-plus beacon.
He emphasized that this new guidance
system offers improved communication
between the tracker and beacon at extended
depths to more than 130 feet. The beacon's
dual-power mode offers consistent performance across various housing sizes, and
calibration speeds have also been increased.
The Marksman can be operated either
in a walk-over or drill-to mode and has a
2,000-foot range between tracker and drill
unit. The drill-to mode enables the drill
operator to make real-time corrections
during the boring process.

Convenience
" Ease of use is another key element in the
design of the Marksman system, " Wagner
said. " The tracker is operated with a single
toggle control - there are no extra buttons
or triggers.
" The system also gives operators their
choice of user interface. The all-new
Marksman View is displayed on a fiveinch display. The system is easy to learn,
with intuitive graphics and clear data

presentation. Those already familiar with
Subsite trackers will recognize the Classic
View interface. The streamlined controls
and choice of user-friendly interfaces
work together to help operators be more
productive from the first day. "
An integrated GPS is standard, with the
capability of connecting to an external GPS,
and with the new Marksman View, drillers
can use the interface of their choice.
The Marksman+ Tracker comes standard
with two rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Marksman systems have multiple case
and stand options that have been widely
accepted by Subsite customers. Marksman
trackers are guaranteed for one year with a
three-year, 750-hour beacon warranty.
And the Marksman does not replace any
product in the Subsite line of HDD tracking
equipment. Details are available by calling
Subsite directly.
" It is a stand-alone tracking system,
but designed to allow current TK Recon
customers, including those who own a
Commander 7, or Ditch Witch users who
own drills with integrated displays, to
retain their displays, " he said.
Based in Perry, Okla., Subsite Electronics
offers utility locators, HDD trackers and
utility inspection systems. *
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Subsite, (800) 846-271, subsite.com
http://www.subsite.com http://www.UCONonline.com
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