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1 Customer information
1.1 Carlson Software
Congratulations on purchasing a Boretrak2 hole deviation surveying system from Carlson Software.
Founded in 1983, Carlson Software specializes in CAD design software, surveying hardware, and machine control
products for the land surveying, civil engineering, construction, and mining industries worldwide, providing one-
source technology solutions from data collection to design to construction.
The Boretrak2 is designed and built with Carlson’s world-class levels of detail, quality and innovation.
Carlson’s renowned dedication to customer service is unique in the industry.
For any technical support issues related to your Boretrak2 system contact us directly or, alternatively, contact your
local Carlson-approved service and support centre. Details of all contacts are on our website: www.carlsonsw.com.
To ensure the best service when contacting Carlson about your Boretrak2, please make a note of the serial number.
This can be found on the instrument (see Figure 33).
1.2 User manual
The Boretrak2
system is designed to be easy to operate. However, please take the time to read these operating
instructions carefully before using the system and always them with the instrument.
This manual is divided into three main parts:
• Boretrak2 hardware: a description of all elements of a Boretrak2 system and associated accessories.
• Field operational guide: a quick guide to show a typical use of the Boretrak2 and software in the field.
• Carlson Boretrak software: a detailed description of all functionality and controls in the accompanying
Carlson Boretrak software.
Carlson Boretrak software is integral to the operation of the Boretrak2. There are two versions of this software:
one runs on Windows tablets and PCs, the other runs on Android-based mobile devices. The software is described
in detail from section 10 onwards.
This manual is also available via the About screen in both versions of Carlson Boretrak.
This document has been compiled with care. However, should you discover any errors, we would be grateful if you
could contact Carlson directly.
Reproduction of this document in whole or in part, including utilisation in machines capable of reproduction or
retrieval, without the express written permission of Carlson is prohibited. Reverse engineering is also prohibited.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
For any feedback or comments, or if there are questions about the Boretrak2 which are beyond the scope of this
manual, contact Carlson Software.
1.3 Notes on probes running version 1.0 firmware
The first generation of Boretrak2 probes run firmware version 1.0.