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2 2  (((
3 3  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-8" %)
4 4  (((
5 -= **Node Setup** =
5 += **Node Types** =
6 6  
7 -Short term (~~30 day) battery powered nodes
7 +ANSIR supply two types of three-channel nodes, and one type of one-channel node:
8 8  
9 -== **Pre-Fieldwork Preparation** ==
9 +* **SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz, 'very' short period)**
10 +* **SmartSolo BD3C-5 (5 second, short period)**
11 +* **SmartSolo IGU 16 1C (5 Hz, 'very' short period, single channel)**
10 10  
13 +The three-channel nodes have a theoretical battery capacity of ~~30 days, whereas the single-channel type has a capacity of ~~50 days. The programming, operation and downloading procedures for all types of SmartSolo nodes are also similar.
14 +
11 11  (% class="box infomessage" %)
12 12  (((
13 -**~ INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING **
17 +**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 of IGU 16 (<100Wh) and BD3C (168Wh) nodes. Advice will be sought from freighters on a case-by-case basis while they implement new guidelines.
14 14  )))
15 15  
16 -== **Installation** ==
20 +----
17 17  
18 -* (((
19 -**Logbook Maintenance**: Document essential details:
22 += **Programming Defaults** =
20 20  
21 -* Station name, latitude/longitude, team members, date/time.
22 -* Serial number (SN) of sensor, site notes.
23 -)))
24 -* **Node Placement**: Use biodegradable plastic bags for node protection.
25 -* **Orientation and Site Description**:
26 -** Compass measurements (adjust for inclination).
27 -** Detailed description of the site, including landmarks.
28 -* **Visibility and GPS Marking**:
29 -** Use distinctively colored flags for easy location.
30 -** Mark location with GPS; record in logbook and device.
31 -* **Photo Documentation**: Take multiple photos from various angles.
24 +The nodes must be programmed in the SoloLite software prior to use. The screenshots below show our recommended parameters for the 5 Hz (16HR-3C) and 5 second (BDC3-5) nodes.
32 32  
33 -= =
26 +[[IGU-16 3C programming screen set at 250 Hz. Ensure that the circled areas are set!>>image:5Hz_node_programming.labels.png||alt="IGU-16 3C programming screen"]]
34 34  
35 -= SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
28 +[[BD3C-5 programming screen set at 250 hz. Ensure that the circled areas are set!>>image:5S_node_programming.labels.png||alt="BD3C-5 programming screen"]]
36 36  
37 -blahblah
30 +FIFO (first in, first out) data mode is safest as this will overwrite old data in case you forgot to clear the storage. At <= 250 hz you can fit 4++ months of data on these, shouldn't be an issue.
38 38  
39 -== Sub-paragraph ==
32 +Note that the samplerate is instead given in sample spacing, in milliseconds. 4 ms = 250 Hz, 1 ms = 1000 Hz, 10 ms = 100 Hz, ad nauseam.
40 40  
34 +Be sure to set the channel types to Seismic and the gain appropriately. For active source (i.e. explosions) you can leave the gain at 0, but for passive experiments some gain is purported to be helpful (although we have found this to be somewhat negligible). We can confirm that 6db for the broadband nodes and 24db for the short period works well.
41 41  
42 -== ==
36 +If you want recording to begin immediately, ensure that begin date is in the past by at least a few days. If you prefer to have a timed turn-on, then set the times as needed. **Be warned that recording will not begin until a GPS lock is achieved, so if you set it to a future turn-on but bury it too deeply, it may not record!**
43 43  
38 +In newer versions of the software there is a "power consumption" setting.. we are no sure what this does exactly, but the manual says it gives life a "boost" at the expense of about 3 db of resolution. Until this can be quantified a bit better it is not recommended.
44 44  
45 -= Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
40 +Storage type can be DLD (proprietary) or Miniseed. We assume the software works best with their proprietary format so prefer not to risk any issues. You can export to miniseed later.
46 46  
47 -Lorem
42 +GPS is best set to cycle mode (e.g. once per hour) instead of constant "always on". The clock drift on these are almost nil even if there is no sync at all, so it's best to conserve power.
48 48  
49 -[[image:1705196270090-364.png]]
44 +Bluetooth (BD3C-5 only) should be turned OFF to conserve power.
50 50  
46 +We recommend that the 16HR-3C be set to a gain of 24db for passive experiments and no higher than 250 Hz sampling rate unless there is an explicit reason to do so. The BD3C-5 should be set to a gain of 6db (which is the maximum allowed) for passive experiments (or 0 db if active).
51 51  
52 -== GPS Considerations ==
48 +{{info}}
49 +**Note that any applied instrument gain must be removed when exporting (e.g. to miniseed) after your deploy, **otherwise amplitudes will be a factor of either 15.84893192 (24db) or 2 (6db) too high!
50 +{{/info}}
53 53  
54 -The GPS antenna is at the top and center of the unit, and will (usually) only receive signal with a clear sky view directly above. The signal is able to penetrate plastic and terracotta planters and a thin layer of soil, but may struggle if the soil layer is too thick. The BD3C will not start recording without first attaining a GPS lock.
52 += **Fieldwork Preparation** =
55 55  
56 -= Keeping the Instruments Clean =
54 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
55 +(((
56 +**INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**
57 57  
58 -Use a (**landfill**, not //compost//) degradable bag when installing to keep the instrument clean. This will save you many hours of time cleaning them in preparation for their return. [[Here is a video>>url:http://auspass.edu.au/field/bd3c_removal.mp4]] demonstrating its effectiveness.
58 +**Assume ~~1 Tb of storage for both raw and exported data per 50 nodes @ 250 Hz & 30 days. One node recording at 250 Hz for 30 days tends to create about 3 Gb of miniseed data.**
59 59  
60 +**We have had good experience with the 4Tb Samsung T7 Shield drives.**
61 +)))
60 60  
61 -= Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping =
63 +== Magnets ==
62 62  
63 -Both nodes take about 6-8 hours to charge from flat and hold their charge reasonably well, however you may benefit from a "top up" charge immediately prior to deploy. The instruments should last around 30 days per cycle (recording at 250hz) with GPS on cycle on and bluetooth disabled.
65 +If you are short on magnets, you may find it easier and a lot cheaper to buy magnets in Australia. AMF Magnetics is a good retailer, and [[this item>>https://magnet.com.au/collections/shop?q=23012B]] seems to work well. It is also advantageous to use smaller magnets and store/carry them individually in your back pocket (as well as stick them to various places in your field vehicle, etc).
64 64  
65 -Upon retrieval, the instruments should not be stored flat as this will damage the batteries. It is recommended to charge them back up "to orange" such that they are charged around ~~50-60%. This is also acceptable for shipping.
67 +== Animal-Proofing ==
66 66  
69 +We have experienced interference from animals (foxes, dogs, goats) digging up and carrying nodes off for tens or hundreds of metres. It is helpful to minimise human and food smells (particularly on the rope handles) when working in areas where this is a risk. Or, wipe down affected nodes with 50-80% methylated spirits if extensive handling can not be avoided.
67 67  
68 -= Best Practices and Guide =
71 += **Installation** =
69 69  
70 -== Install ==
73 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
74 +(((
75 +**Field logs are a critical component of fieldwork and this is especially the case for large N nodal deploys. Take notes!**
76 +)))
71 71  
72 -Logbook is required (used again for pick up & metadata creation)
78 +== 1. Logbook documentation ==
73 73  
74 -- station name
80 +(((
81 +**Essential Details** for field logs:
75 75  
76 -- lat / long
83 +* Station name
84 +* Latitude, longitude, elevation
85 +* Names of team members present
86 +* Date and both local & UTC time of installation/removal
87 +* Serial number (SN) of the TOP HALF of the sensor (if a BD3C-5, there is only one serial number)
88 +* Detailed notes on the site conditions and setup, anything else that will be helpful to find it again ("by the fence", "south of rock", etc)
77 77  
78 -- team members
90 +[[HERE>>http://auspass.edu.au/field/NODES_blank_fieldlog.pdf]] is an example logsheet that works well for nodes, feel free to print and use!
79 79  
80 -- date and local time
92 +== 2. Node Placement ==
93 +)))
81 81  
82 -- SN of sensor
95 +**Site Analysis**:
83 83  
84 -- notes on site
97 +* **Take compass measurements away from the sensor as it will affect your measurement.**
98 +* Take photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
99 +* Include a detailed site description in your notes
85 85  
86 -Place nodes in thick (“landfill biodegradable”) plastic bags in the hole
101 +== 3. GPS Considerations ==
87 87  
88 -Take compass measurement away from node and fences [make sure to adjust inclination angle]
103 +(% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
104 +The GPS antenna is at the top and center of the unit, and will (usually) only receive signal with a clear sky view directly above. The signal is able to penetrate plastic and terracotta planters and a thin layer of soil, but may struggle if the soil layer is too thick. **These nodes will not start recording without attaining a GPS lock** and repeated attempts will excessively drain the battery.
89 89  
90 -Take many photos from the site from different angles 
106 +== 4. Visibility and Location Marking ==
91 91  
92 -Add a precise site description to the notes such as distances and orientations from landmarks 
108 +**Flag Placement**: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
93 93  
94 -It will be very helpful in locating the instrument if you place a flag next to it, preferably in a color other than green or yellow.
110 +**GPS Marking**:
95 95  
96 -Make a mark (digital) of the instrument's location using a GPS device. Record the location both in your paper notes and on the GPS device.
112 +* Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
113 +* Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
97 97  
98 -Download the GPS (Garmin) file to a laptop and share drive to share with other GPS devices
115 +== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)5. Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment(%%) ==
99 99  
100 -Share photos in a shared location (Google photos, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc), but most useful are those added to a Google Maps/Earth location
117 +* **Charging Duration**: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
118 +* **Pre-Deployment Charging**:
119 +** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge before deployment.
101 101  
102 -Create metadata .xml file
121 +* **Operational Duration**:
122 +** When recording at 250 Hz, with GPS on and Bluetooth disabled, the instruments are expected to last about 30 days per charge cycle. If they are set to run only overnight, this can be extended to 60 days.
103 103  
124 +* **Post-Retrieval Charging**:
125 +** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated by ORANGE LED) unless they are to be immediately re-deployed or transported.
126 +* **State of Charge (SoC) for Storage**:
127 +** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% (i.e., ORANGE) for storage.
128 +** This charge level is recommended to prevent battery damage, and should be checked every six months.
129 +** Nodes should //__not be stored at full-charge (GREEN), or 0-charge (RED).__//
130 +** Storage at 0-charge damages lithium batteries**.**
131 +* **SoC for Transport:**
132 +** Charge levels for transport will be advised by the freighter. The required SoC will depend on volume and transport method (air, land, sea).
104 104  
105 -== Removing/Demob ==
134 +(((
135 +== 6. Data Sharing and Metadata Creation ==
136 +)))
106 106  
107 -Download and then use the GPS file to locate the node 
138 +**GPS Data**:
108 108  
109 -Use Google Maps / Google Earth to create a kmz file that can then be imported onto your phone.  
140 +* Ensure you have __carefully documented__ precise lat/lon locations for each station.
110 110  
142 +**Photo Sharing**:
111 111  
112 -Upload photos of the site  
144 +* It is strongly encouraged to take pictures of each site and upload these to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
113 113  
114 -- station name
146 +**Metadata File**:
115 115  
116 -- latitude
148 +* Create and organize metadata according to the [[ANU metadata standard txt file>>attach:example_metadata.txt]]. This is going to be particularly important if you are reusing nodes at different sites... not documenting the serial numbers (of the **top half** of the node) and the times they were deployed can lead to station mix-ups.
117 117  
118 -- longitude
150 +== 7. Additional Best Practices ==
119 119  
120 -- elevation
152 +* **Training and Familiarisation**: Make sure all team members are adequately trained in using the GPS devices, compass use, and other equipment to ensure consistent and accurate data collection.
121 121  
122 -* SN of sensor – SN of battery (optional)
123 -* Site notes and name of location (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side) 
154 +----
124 124  
125 -Upload photos into Google Earth and on a shared drive
156 += **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** =
126 126  
127 -Before removing the instrument have your compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook and compass ready (in tote bag!). 
158 +1. (((
159 +**Preparation for Demobilization**:
128 128  
129 -Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number, along with 'D' and 'C' and ‘R’, each next to a box to indicate 'download' and 'charge'. Stick this label to the top of the instrument. When dealing with dozens or hundreds of these you WILL start to mix them up after a while! Having an easy visual cue keep them sorted will save you a great deal of confusion later on.
161 +* Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, masking tape, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
162 +)))
163 +1. (((
164 +**Locating the instrument**:
130 130  
131 -Take a photo of the entire setup node with the label on it + compass 
166 +* Use the downloaded GPS file to accurately locate the node for demobilization.
167 +* Import this KMZ file onto your phone for easy reference and location tracking.
168 +* Utilize Google Maps or Google Earth to create a KMZ file of the station’s location.
169 +)))
170 +1. (((
171 +**Labeling Instruments for Demobilization**:
132 132  
133 -Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
173 +* Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a masking tape label to apply to the top of the node.
174 +* Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
175 +* Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
176 +)))
177 +1. (((
178 +**Photographing the Setup Node**:
134 134  
180 +* Take a photo of the entire setup node with the __//label//__ and __//compass visible//__.
181 +* This photo serves as a final record of the instrument’s condition and orientation at the time of removal.
182 +)))
183 +1. (((
184 +**Logging Demobilization Details**:
135 135  
136 -== Charging ==
186 +* Use the field logbook to note the time of demobilization, serial numbers, and station name.
187 +* Record any observations or issues related to the instrument’s orientation, level, or any other relevant factors.
188 +)))
189 +1. (((
190 +**Final Checks and Equipment Removal**:
137 137  
138 -Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
192 +* Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
193 +* Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
139 139  
140 -Remove battery (and spike) from the sensor by twisting the spike part of the instrument
195 +
196 +)))
141 141  
142 -Set 16 nodes into the charging box (spikes up)
198 +[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
143 143  
144 -Red lights on the box next to the batteries will come on and remain a steady red light while charging. This will change to orange, then to green, then to flashing green when fully charged.
200 +----
145 145  
146 -This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
202 += **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
147 147  
148 -[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
204 +(((
205 +== 1. Preparation for Charging: ==
149 149  
207 +* Before charging, ensure each node is clean. This involves removing any dirt or debris to maintain the integrity of the equipment and ensure effective charging.
208 +)))
150 150  
210 +(((
211 +== 2. Disassembling the Node: ==
151 151  
152 -== Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
213 +* For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery section (bottom half) from the sensor by unscrewing the spike section counter-clockwise.
214 +)))
153 153  
216 +(((
217 +== 3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box: ==
154 154  
155 -The first thing to do is to register the nodes in the system, so the software can recognize them. To do this, go to the folder where the “SmartSoloApps SoloLite” was installed. Then right-click the deviceconfig.exe program to “run as an administrator” and save the file to the directory of “deviceconfig” (snapshot below). Note that to avoid registering the same node twice, you can simply replace the file each time you do the registration.
219 +* Connect to a safe indoor power supply, and turn on (red rocker switch).
220 +* Charging will begin automatically when nodes are inserted in the charging rack.
221 +* Place IGU-16HR battery sections upside-down in the rack, oriented with the terminal connectors.
222 +)))
156 156  
157 -[[image:1705195543887-977.png]]
224 +(((
225 +== 4. Monitoring the Charging Process: ==
158 158  
227 +* Lights adjacent to the batteries will illuminate, indicating that charging is underway.
228 +* Observe the transition of the lights from steady RED to ORANGE, then GREEN, and finally to FLASHING GREEN. A flashing green light indicates the batteries are fully charged.
229 +)))
159 159  
160 -Then open the “SoloLite” software, and just go to “File” to make a new project. In this case, you do not need to find the exact 16 nodes that were grouped for script writing. Do not worry about the settings for the seismic recordings for the next window to pop up, as the only way to reset the instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain etc) is to write script to re-program them.
231 +(((
232 +== 5. Updating Charge Status: ==
161 161  
162 -[[image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
234 +* During the charging period, take this opportunity to update the status of each unit. Check the //"C"// box on your temporary labels to indicate that the unit has been successfully charged.
235 +* This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
236 +)))
163 163  
238 +[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="299" width="530"]]
164 164  
165 -Once you create the new project, your Data Transfer View panel on the bottom right of the window will show these nodes that have properly connected to the data harvest, including series number, data size etc. It is okay if the “Prospect not matched”, which simply means the project you just created does not match the one you made to program them. Simply select all these nodes, and right click to “force download”, which will initiate the downloading process. Once they are done, you will see new folders created for each slot at your Downloaded Data panel on the top left of the window.
166 166  
167 -[[image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
168 168  
169 -At this stage, it means that the raw DLL data of the recording has been downloaded successfully to your local machine. To output data in readable format, such as SAC or miniSEED, click the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”. The parameters here should be straightforward to set and tailored to personal reference.
170 170  
171 -(% class="box warningmessage" %)
172 -(((
173 -**Please make sure that data is exported as "COUNTS" and NOT "mV"!**
243 +{{{
244 + }}}
245 +
246 +----
247 +
248 += **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** =
249 +
250 +(% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
251 +SmartSolo provides the following powerpoint for SmartSolo node programming and operation. Note that ANSIR only uses a portion of their process for our own uses: [[https:~~/~~/nappe.wustl.edu/smartsolo/files/smartsolo_online_training.pdf>>url:https://nappe.wustl.edu/smartsolo/files/smartsolo_online_training.pdf]]
252 +
253 +== Connection tips: ==
254 +
255 +Connecting SmartSolo nodes to their harvesters and having SoloLite recognise them can be a bit tricky, here are some tricks to help register and program them easier:
256 +
257 +* Place the node on the harvester gently, then firmly press it down onto the pins.
258 +* Place all nodes onto the harvester before trying any troubleshooting, as they may not show up while the SoloLite software is running. Once all are connected, try restarting the software for them to be recognised.
259 +* If a node is refusing to connect, try it with another slot. It is easiest if you place all 16 nodes on the harvester, and swap any nodes that refuse to connect with each other.
260 +* Nodes will likely not show up in the order that they should, though this is not an issue. E.g, a node in slot 6 on the harvester may show up in port 13 in the SoloLite software. Annoying, but it doesn't matter so long as you keep track of what's been harvested!
261 +
262 +
263 +
264 +== Node Registration and Software Setup ==
265 +
266 +1. (((
267 +**Registering Nodes in the System**:
268 +
269 +* To begin, register the nodes in the system so the software can recognize them.
270 +* Navigate to the installation folder of “SmartSoloApps SoloLite”.
271 +* Right-click on deviceconfig.exe and choose “run as an administrator”. Save the file to the “deviceconfig” directory (refer to the snapshot below).
272 +* To avoid double registration, replace the file each time you register a new node.
174 174  )))
274 +1. (((
275 +**Creating a New Project in SoloLite**:
175 175  
176 -(% class="box warningmessage" %)
177 -(((
178 -**Furthermore you must also set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain setting that was set during programming! ANU always set this to 18 db (double check) for all types of nodes.**
277 +* Open the “SoloLite” software.
278 +* Go to “File” and create a new project. Don't worry about finding the exact 16 nodes used in script writing.
279 +* Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
179 179  )))
180 180  
181 -A list of ANU group preferred parameters can be found at the end of this session. One thing to note is that the “Sample Interval” must be set exactly to this used to reset the nodes. Once you are done with the setting, click “prepare” before “run”. If everything works correctly, you should see the reformatting process from the small panel on the bottom left of this popped up window.
282 +== File structure ==
182 182  
183 -Now the data should be ready. Then you can select these data and right click to output the GPS information associated with them.
284 +There are essentially three main folders where relevant PROSPECT and PROJECT DATA is stored. Individual projects will be found as subfolders in these.
184 184  
185 -[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
286 +=== SOLOLITE ===
186 186  
187 -When downloading, all the green lights on the nodes will blink. The associated red lights on the rack will flash when it is downloading, and make sure to disconnect the nodes before you unplug anything. Be careful: if the laptop goes to sleep, the download process will pause.
288 +This folder stores SoloLite config files and parameters. Nothing too important stored here, you can always start over and re-create this.
188 188  
189 -(% class="box infomessage" %)
290 +=== DCCDATA ===
291 +
292 +This folder stores the RAW data you have harvested from the nodes. The data will still be on the nodes (unless you erased it) in case of emergency, but regardless, this is the folder you want to back up and save somewhere.
293 +
294 +If you had a weird time harvesting a node, you can always manually copy it as if it were a USB stick and place it into this folder manually. The structure is: //C:/DCCDATA/prospect_name/project_name/SERIALNUMBER/label(usually a timestamp but can be anything)//
295 +
296 +Then in the SoloLite software, go to tools > Reanalyze Seismic Data
297 +
298 +=== SOLODATA ===
299 +
300 +This folder stores **exported** (e.g. miniseed) data. It is structured similarly. If your DCCDATA is intact, this can always be re-created if need be.
301 +
302 +
303 +== Data Downloading Process ==
304 +
305 +1. (((
306 +**Initiating Data Download**:
307 +
308 +* Once a new project is created, the Data Transfer View panel will display connected nodes with details like series number and data size.
309 +* If “Prospect not matched” appears, it simply means the new project doesn’t match the original programming project. This is not a concern.
310 +* Select all nodes and right-click to “force download”. This starts the download process.
311 +* Completed downloads will appear as new folders in the Downloaded Data panel.
312 +)))
313 +1. (((
314 +**Exporting Data in Readable Format**:
315 +
316 +* Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
317 +* Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
318 +* Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
319 +* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
190 190  (((
191 -**INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**. USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space are highly recommended!
321 +* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS" (int32), not "mV" (float). This is critical!**
322 +
323 +* **Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming. By default ANU sets this to 24db for short period nodes (a scaling factor of 15.848932), and 6db (a factor of 2.0) for broadband nodes.**
192 192  )))
325 +)))
193 193  
194 -When downloading, ensure that all metadata is saved along with the file.
327 +== Smart Solo IGU-16HR Polarity Notice ==
195 195  
196 -Start and endtime: the system will automatically find the earliest time of the data and set that as the starting time. However, you can set the time a day earlier with a sharp start of 00:00:00. In this case, all the outputted data segments will be 24 hours long starting from midnight.
329 +See [[https:~~/~~/auspass.edu.au/xwiki/bin/view/Data/AusPass%20Data/#HSmartSoloNodeZPolaritybug>>https://auspass.edu.au/xwiki/bin/view/Data/AusPass%20Data/#HSmartSoloNodeZPolaritybug]] for discussion. If data is headed to AusPass, we prefer to invert the IGU-16HR channel data manually rather than in the SoloLite software or inverting the response metadata.
197 197  
198 -//Once downloaded, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels!//
331 +**The BD3C-5 data does not require a polarity inversion.**
199 199  
200 -== Converting data ==
333 +== 18 Leap Second bug ==
201 201  
202 -Check the data all have been converted to miniseed correctly 
335 +Not so much a //bug// as much as "a thing that can happen if your SoloLite installation is corrupted". If you notice your data has large constant time offsets, you should suspect that the number of leap seconds has not been accounted properly. There is a file "smartsoloconfig.xml" that needs to be present in "C:\SmartSoloApps SoloLite" (e.g. the main program directory) that dictates the leap second offset for the last two data ranges. Since 2017-01-01, this is 18 seconds. At some point in the next few years it will be 19 seconds.
203 203  
204 -– 3 files per station per day 
337 +If this file is missing, just create a new one structured like so, name it "smartsoloconfig.xml" and put it in your main program directory. Then, Reanalyze your data (tools > Reanalyze seismic data) and your data should have the correct time. You can also do this manually, if you want. The offset is 18 seconds precisely.
205 205  
206 -* Files are the same size (NOTE if having memory issues one or more of the components may have 0-1 kb)
207 -* ~~ 5 Gb / node / month
339 +{{code language="none"}}
340 +<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
341 +<config>
342 + <leapsecond>
343 + <interval>
344 + <start_time>2017-01-01#00:00:00</start_time>
345 + <end_time>2999-12-31#23:59:59</end_time>
346 + <second>18</second>
347 + </interval>
348 + <interval>
349 + <start_time>1970-01-01#00:00:00</start_time>
350 + <end_time>2017-01-01#00:00:00</end_time>
351 + <second>17</second>
352 + </interval>
353 + </leapsecond>
354 + <GPS_distance_threshold_degree>
355 + 4e-5
356 + </GPS_distance_threshold_degree>
357 +</config>
358 +{{/code}}
208 208  
209 -//Tick ‘R’ box on the node label//
210 210  
361 +== Handling Nodes During Download ==
211 211  
212 -== Cleaning ==
363 +1. (((
364 +**Monitoring Download Indicators**:
213 213  
214 -If the nodes are placed in a thick plastic bag at the time of installation, the cleaning procedure should be straightforward. If not you have a lot of work to do before they are returned to us!
366 +* During download, green lights on nodes will blink, and associated red lights on the rack will flash.
367 +* Disconnect nodes properly before unplugging anything.
368 +* Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
369 +)))
370 +1. (((
371 +//**Investment in Storage Hardware**~://
215 215  
373 +* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
374 +(((
375 +* **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
376 +
377 +* **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
378 +* **The USB type for the harvester is TYPE-A, the typical normal rectangular shape.**
379 +)))
380 +)))
381 +1. (((
382 +**Metadata and Time Settings**:
383 +
384 +* Ensure all metadata is saved with the file.
385 +* System auto-determines the earliest data time as the start time. You can set it a day earlier at 00:00:00 for 24-hour data segments starting from midnight.
386 +)))
387 +1. (((
388 +**Finalizing the Download**:
389 +
390 +* After downloading, mark the //"D"// box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
391 +
216 216  
217 217  )))
218 218  
395 +[[image:1706153266647-145.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="340" width="603"]]
219 219  
397 +
398 +
399 +[[Caption>>image:1705195543887-977.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="534" width="632"]]
400 +
401 +
402 +
403 +
404 +[[Caption>>image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="397" width="665"]]
405 +
406 +
407 +
408 +[[Caption>>image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="379" width="650"]]
409 +
410 +
411 +
412 +[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="467" width="674"]]
413 +
414 +----
415 +
416 += **Cleaning** =
417 +
418 +When assembled, the nodes are water resistant but not submersible. They can handle a good spray and wipe-down. A strong, non-wire brush is helpful to reach areas between the metal spikes on the bottom.
419 +
420 += **Weights (for shipping)** =
421 +
422 +The weights of bags of nodes, as well as data harvesters and node chargers, are listed below:
423 +
424 +1 bag + 6*IGU-16HR nodes: 18 kg
425 +
426 +1*IGU-16HR data harvester: 21.5 kg
427 +
428 +1*IGU-16HR charger: 26.3 kg
429 +
430 +1*BD3C-5 charger (with and without 16 cables): 21 kg / 14.5 kg
431 +
432 +1 case + 5*BD3C-5 nodes: 22 kg (aggregate battery weight <5kg, 168Wh)
433 +
434 +1 case + 6*BD3C-5 nodes: 25 kg (aggregate battery weight >5kg, 168Wh)
435 +)))
436 +
220 220  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
221 221  (((
222 222  (% class="box" %)
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223 223  (((
224 224  **Contents**
225 225  
226 -(% class="wikitoc" %)
227 -* [[SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node>>path:#HSmartSoloIGU16HR3C285Hz29ShortPeriodNode]]
228 -** [[Sub-paragraph>>path:#HSub-paragraph]]
229 -** [[ >>path:#H]]
230 -* [[Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node>>path:#HSmartSoloBD3C-5285second29Broad-BandNode]]
231 -** [[GPS Considerations>>path:#HGPSConsiderations]]
232 -* [[Keeping the Instruments Clean>>path:#HKeepingtheInstrumentsClean]]
233 -* [[Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping>>path:#HChargeTime2CInstrumentLife2CandChargeDuringStorage26Shipping]]
234 -* [[Best Practices and Guide>>path:#HBestPracticesandGuide]]
235 -** [[Install>>path:#HInstall]]
236 -** [[Removing/Demob>>path:#HRemoving2FDemob]]
237 -** [[Charging>>path:#HCharging]]
238 -** [[Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed>>path:#HDownloadingandConvertingDatatoMiniSeed]]
239 -** [[Converting data>>path:#HConvertingdata]]
240 -** [[Cleaning>>path:#HCleaning]]
443 +{{toc/}}
444 +
445 +
241 241  )))
242 242  
243 -
244 244  (% class="box" %)
245 245  (((
246 246  = SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
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251 251  
252 252  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
253 253  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
254 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
458 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)Φ158 x160mm(H)
255 255  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
256 256  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
257 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)Li_etc XXAh
461 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)(((
462 +Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (168.84 Wh)
463 +
464 +UN3481 PI967 S1
258 258  )))
466 +)))
259 259  
260 260  (% class="box" %)
261 261  (((
262 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]] =
470 += SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]3C =
263 263  
264 264  [[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
265 265  
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266 266  [[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
267 267  
268 268  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
269 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
270 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
271 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.3 kg
477 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)76.7 V/m/s
478 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm(H)
479 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.4 kg
272 272  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
273 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Li_etc XXAh
481 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
482 +Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (96.48 Wh)
483 +
484 +UN3481 PI967 S2
274 274  )))
486 +)))
275 275  
488 +(% class="box" %)
489 +(((
276 276  
491 +
492 += SmartSolo [[IGU-16>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]1C =
493 +
494 +
495 +[[image:Screenshot 2025-08-01 161027.png]]
496 +
497 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 413Hz
498 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)80 V/m/s
499 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)95mm(L) × 103mm(W) × 118mm(H)
500 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)1.1 kg
501 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)8 Gb
502 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
503 +Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (38.48 Wh)
504 +
505 +UN3481 PI967 S2
277 277  )))
278 278  )))
508 +
509 +(% class="box" %)
510 +(((
511 += SmartSolo BD3C-16 Portable Battery Charger =
512 +
513 +[[image:20250729_125049.jpg]]
514 +
515 +|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|558 x 357 x 300mm
516 +|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
517 +|**Power**|1000W
518 +|**Weight**|14.5kg
519 +|**Weight with cables**|21kg
520 +)))
521 +
522 +(% class="box" id="HSmartSoloBD3C-16PortableBatteryCharger" %)
523 +(((
524 += SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Data Harvester =
525 +
526 +[[image:20250729_124747.jpg]]
527 +
528 +|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
529 +|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
530 +|**Power**|100W
531 +|**Weight**|21.5 - 24kg
532 +|**Slots no.**|16
533 +|**Download Speed**|20MB/sec/slot
534 +)))
535 +
536 +(% class="box" %)
537 +(((
538 += SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Battery Charger =
539 +
540 +[[image:20250729_124644.jpg]]
541 +
542 +|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
543 +|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
544 +|**Power**|640W
545 +|**Weight**|26.3kg
546 +|**Slots no.**|16
547 +)))
548 +
549 +(% class="box" %)
550 +(((
551 += SmartSolo BD3C-5 Carry Case =
552 +
553 +[[image:20250729_124957.jpg]]
554 +
555 +
556 +|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|590 x 225 x 405mm
557 +|**Weight**|8.2kg
558 +|**Slots no.**|6
559 +)))
560 +
561 +(% class="box" %)
562 +(((
563 += SmartSolo IGU-16 3C Carry Bag =
564 +
565 +[[image:20250729_124502.jpg]]
566 +
567 +|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|230 x 340 x 310mm
568 +|**Weight**|3.6kg
569 +|**Slots no.**|6
570 +)))
571 +
572 +(% class="box" %)
573 +(((
574 += SmartSolo IGU-16 1C Carry Bag =
575 +
576 +[[image:20250729_124558.jpg]]
577 +
578 +|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|225 x 200 x 550mm
579 +|**Weight**|
580 +|**Slots no.**|6
581 +)))
582 +)))
583 +)))
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1 +# AKL-HR Node Array (AHNA) code X5
2 +CITE: Name, Name, and Name. (2023). A Node Array [Data set]. International Federation of Digital Seismograph Networks. https://doi.org/10.7914/8jxr-7029
3 +
4 +#SITE START END LAT LONG ELEV SPS RECORDER S/N SENSOR S/N PROPERTY,LOCALITY,COUNTRY COMMENTS
5 +
6 +# INSTALL
7 +AKL01 20-05-2023T00:00 30-06-2023T00:00 -37.0471 175.5245 75 250 SSNODE_C 590001950 SSNODE_5S 590001950 "Te Puru,Hauraki,NZ"
8 +AKL02 20-05-2023T00:00 30-06-2023T00:00 -36.7476 175.5026 70 250 SSNODE_C 590001943 SSNODE_5S 590001943 "Coromandel Town,Hauraki,NZ"
9 +AKL03 20-05-2023T00:00 30-06-2023T00:00 -36.9694 175.5020 98 250 SSNODE_C 590002068 SSNODE_5S 590002068 "Te Mata,Hauraki,NZ"
10 +AKL05 19-05-2023T19:00 22-02-2023T00:00 -36.5996 174.3312 102 250 SSNODE_C 590001957 SSNODE_5S 590001957 "South Head South,Auckland,NZ" "site was disturbed"
11 +AKL06 19-05-2023T19:00 30-06-2023T00:00 -37.2459 175.3426 34 250 SSNODE_C 590001930 SSNODE_5S 590001930 "Back Miranda,Auckland,NZ"
12 +AKB05 02-05-2023T00:37 30-06-2023T00:00 -36.6651 175.4800 63 250 TSAWR TS085A TRILL120 4875 "Colville,Hauraki,NZ"
13 +
14 +# SERVICE 1
15 +AKL05 22-02-2023T00:00 30-06-2023T00:00 -36.5996 174.3312 102 250 SSNODE_C 590001999 SSNODE_.2S 590001999 "South Head South,Auckland,NZ" "swapped node to shortperiod"
16 +
17 +
18 +
19 +
20 +################### ANY LINE BEGINNING WITH # will be commented! Comments are good!
21 +
22 +
23 +# NOTES
24 +# the start/end time is not critical, but good to have. what IS critical are the times of instrument changes as this potentially affects response information
25 +# to mark equipment changes, add a new line with an updated start date (e.g. AKL05 above)
26 +# can use tabs or spaces, but spaces tend to look nicer. formatting ultimately doesn't matter too much so long as there is any sort of "white space" between the fields
27 +# if you don't know a serial number, put 999. if you don't know the elevation, put 0
28 +# for Nodes, put the same serial number for both Recoder and Sensor (since they are the same!)
29 +
30 +
31 +# EXAMPLE INSTRUMENT LABELS
32 +#LPR200 = ANU LPR-200 logger (beige box)
33 +#TSAWR = ANU TerraSAWR logger (yellow box)
34 +
35 +#TRILL120 = Trillium Compact 120s
36 +#TRILL20 = Trillium Compact 20s
37 +#TRILL120PH = Trillium Compact 120s PostHole
38 +#CMG6TD = Guralp 6TD
39 +#CMG3ESP = Guralp 3ESP
40 +#3DLITE = Lenarrtz 3D-LITE
41 +
42 +#SSNODE_C = output was in COUNTS (there is also SSNODE_MV, if you (accidentally!) output to millivolts etc)
43 +#SSNODE_5S = broadband (can also use SSNODE_BB)
44 +#SSNODE_.2S = shortperiod (can also use SSNODE_SP)
45 +
46 +#it doesn't matter too much what you use for equipment labels, so long as they are consistent and otherwise defined somewhere in the comments!
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