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9 9  Availability for most of our passive seismic instruments is regularly updated  [[HERE>>https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/3/d/e/2PACX-1vRyK1XUmYMXIHt-5BWhoZchVtMD3Lxtgqi69WoxEuWgUem7Ob_VzdG8L1OHlBjD7g/pubhtml]] .
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11 -The linked table shows instruments that are actively maintained (i.e., that we aim to keep in field-ready condition). However, if this selection doesn't suit your research needs or is in short supply, please let us know ~-~- we may have other options. Your feedback also helps us maintain a relevant collection for the research community.
11 +The linked table shows instruments that are actively maintained (i.e., that we aim to keep in field-ready condition). These are the instruments we most often supply. However, if this selection doesn't suit your research needs or is in short supply, please let us know ~-~- we may have alternate solutions. Your feedback also helps us maintain a relevant infrastructure collection for the research community.
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13 -Lead times will depend on the scale and configuration of your project, delivery logistics, and staff availability.
13 +Lead times will depend on the scale of your project, delivery logistics, and staff availability. Applicants are encouraged to make early contact, so we aware of your plans.
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15 -Applicants are strongly encouraged to make early contact or expressions of interest.
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19 -**Export and air-freight update, 2026: **Freight options for lithium-ion batteries are changing in 2025/2026 to comply with updated transport safety regulations. This will impact supply feasibility for some instruments and locations (e.g., SmartSolo nodes requiring air freight). General advice will be sought from freighters on a case-by-case basis while they implement new guidelines.  
20 -\\Please also note that for biosecurity, some items and quantities may not be available for export.
21 -\\(For experiments in Aotearoa NZ, a selection of seismic instruments have been imported for easier access. These are indicated on our availability page [[HERE>>https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/3/d/e/2PACX-1vRyK1XUmYMXIHt-5BWhoZchVtMD3Lxtgqi69WoxEuWgUem7Ob_VzdG8L1OHlBjD7g/pubhtml]] . Sincere thanks to Otago University and Earth Sciences NZ for supporting these arrangements).
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24 24  == Submitting an Application to the ANSIR Committee ==
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26 -Applications (a.k.a., Proposals) are received by AuScope on behalf of the ANSIR Committee. Successful proposals are then forwarded to the relevant experiment support facility. Eligibility and access procedures are summarised on AuScope's website (see links below). If you have any questions not addressed by these resources, please contact us or AuScope's National Geophysics Program Manager.
17 +Applications (a.k.a., Proposals) are received and forwarded by AuScope's National Geophysics Program Manager. Eligibility and access procedures are summarised on AuScope's website (see links below). If you have any questions not addressed by these resources, you are welcome to contact us or the NGPM.
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28 28  The recommended process is:
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30 -~1. Check availability;
21 +~1. Check availability
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32 -2. Review the terms and conditions: [[ANSIR: Terms and Conditions;>>https://www.auscope.org.au/ansir-terms]]
23 +2. Review the terms and conditions: [[ANSIR: Terms and Conditions>>https://www.auscope.org.au/ansir-terms]]
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34 -3. Review the application form: [[ANSIR: Application Form>>https://www.auscope.org.au/ansir-application-form]];
25 +3. Review the application form: [[ANSIR: Application Form>>https://www.auscope.org.au/ansir-application-form]]
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36 -4. Contact our Scientific Coordinator to schedule an initial consultation;
27 +4. Contact our Scientific Coordinator to schedule a consultation
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38 -5. Submit your application.
29 +5. Submit your application
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41 -If your proposal is approved by the ANSIR Committee, you will be directed back to our Scientific Coordinators to finalise requirements and logistics. Arrangements will be formalised in a Supply Agreement between your institute and the support institute (at ANU for seismic experiments, and Uni of Adelaide for MT/eletromagnetic).
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43 43  = Metadata =
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45 -Recording proper metadata is critical to seismic experiments. ANSIR-supported experiments are required to keep field logs (recommended long term station and nodal deploy field logs (links)) and recommended to back these up digitally in multiple locations. When submitting your data, we also require a copy of this metadata to be submitted in the [[standard ANU metadata format>>attach:example_metadata.txt]] as a simple text file. This is how we can quickly generate FDSNxml metadata files for use in AusPass, our seismic data server.
33 +Recording proper metadata is critical to seismic experiments. You should be taking in-field logs (recommended long term station and nodal deploy field logs (links)) and backing these up digitally in multiple locations. When submitting your data to ANU, we also require a copy of this metadata to be submitted in the [[standard ANU metadata format>>attach:example_metadata.txt]] as a simple text file. This is how we can quickly generate FDSNxml metadata files for use in AusPass, our seismic data server.
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47 47  = Applying for an FDSN Network Code =
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49 -The FDSN assigns a 2-character Network Code to each seismic network to differentiate them when shared online. Register your Network Code with FDSN [[HERE>>https://www.fdsn.org/networks/request/]]before saving any data ~-~- it will be part of the metadata stored in your network file data.
37 +The FDSN requires that each seismic network have a 2-character Network Code assigned to it to differentiate it when shared online. These must be registered from FDSN [[HERE>>https://www.fdsn.org/networks/request/]] or you can ask us to help with this. Ideally you will need a network code before you plan on saving any data as this network code is part of the metadata stored in the file's data.
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51 -Because the 2-character codes are often reused, networks are also differentiated by the range of years they are in operation. It is therefore **CRITICAL** to register a year range that will accommodate your entire experiment. If you are operating a multi-year network we recommend adding a year to buffer your registration in case of delays or extensions (e.g., for a project planned from Feb 2024 to April 2027, please register 2024-2028). This range can be trimmed when your project has ended.
39 +Because the network code is only 2 characters, often they are reused and can only be differentiated by the range of years they are in operation. Thus, it is **CRITICAL** to ensure that you select the correct year range for your experiment, because if your project ends up with data outside of the range assigned to your requested network code then you might be forced to use two separate network codes to accommodate this "spill over". For example, if you are operating a multi-year network with a planned end during 2027, we recommend adding a year of "buffer" to your registration request in the event that your experiment is delayed or extends further than you originally planned, e.g. request a code that spans 2024-2028.
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53 -If your project ends up with data outside of the assigned range, and the code has already been reused for another network, you will need an additional code for the "spill over". Remember: **//You can always trim the timespan of your network, but you may not be able to add to it!//**
41 +Remember, **//you can always trim the timespan of your network, but don't assume you can add to it!//**
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55 55  = Accessing your data at AusPass =
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57 -See [[FDSN Guide>>doc:Data.FDSN Guide.WebHome]] for tips and advice on using python and ObsPy to access our server.
45 +See [[HERE>>http://auspass.edu.au/xwiki/bin/view/Data/Tutorials/]] for tips and advice on using python and ObsPy to access our server.