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2 2  (((
3 3  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-8" %)
4 4  (((
5 -= **SmartSolo Node Types and Procedures** =
6 -
7 -**SmartSolo Node Variants:**
8 -
9 -* **SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node**
10 -* **SmartSolo BD3C-5 (5-second) Broad-Band Node**
11 -
12 -The installation, demobilization, and data downloading procedures for both types of SmartSolo nodes – the IGU 16HR 3C Short Period Node and the BD3C-5 Broad-Band Node – are largely similar.
13 -
14 -This uniformity in process ensures ease of operation across different node types, allowing for a streamlined approach in fieldwork and data management.
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18 18  = **Node Setup** =
19 19  
20 20  Short term (~~30 day) battery powered nodes. The default gain should be 24 db for the 16HR-3C and 6 db for the BD3C-5
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92 92  
93 93  === ===
94 94  
95 -* (((
96 96  === **6- Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ===
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98 98  
99 99  **GPS Data**:
100 100  
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162 162  
163 163  * Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
164 164  * Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
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166 -
167 167  )))
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169 -[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
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171 171  ----
172 172  
173 173  === **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** ===
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196 196  1. (((
197 197  **Updating Charge Status**:
198 198  
199 -* 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.
180 +* 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.
200 200  * This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
201 201  )))
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203 -[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="299" width="530"]]
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210 210  ----
211 211  
212 212  === **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** ===
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243 243  **Exporting Data in Readable Format**:
244 244  
245 245  * Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
221 +* Ensure to export data as "COUNTS", not "mV".
222 +* Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming (ANU usually sets this to 18 db, but double-check).
246 246  * Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
247 247  * Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
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249 -(((
250 -* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS", not "mV".**
251 -
252 -* **Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming (ANU usually sets this to 18 db, but double-check).**
253 253  )))
254 -)))
255 255  
256 256  ==== **Handling Nodes During Download** ====
257 257  
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263 263  * Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
264 264  )))
265 265  1. (((
266 -//**Investment in Storage Hardware**~://
237 +**Investment in Storage Hardware**:
267 267  
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269 -(((
270 -* **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
271 -
272 -* **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
239 +* Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.
240 +* Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.
273 273  )))
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275 275  1. (((
276 276  **Metadata and Time Settings**:
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281 281  1. (((
282 282  **Finalizing the Download**:
283 283  
284 -* After downloading, mark the //"D"// box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
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286 -
251 +* After downloading, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
287 287  )))
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308 -----
309 -
310 -=== **Cleaning** ===
311 -
312 -**Procedure for Seismic Nodes:**
313 -
314 -* 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!
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316 -= =
317 -
318 318  = SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
319 319  
320 320  blahblah
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322 322  == Sub-paragraph ==
323 323  
324 324  
325 -== [[image:1705196270090-364.png]] ==
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327 327  
328 328  = Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
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329 329  
330 330  Lorem
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279 +
333 333  == GPS Considerations ==
334 334  
335 335  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.
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413 413  
414 414  Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
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419 419  == Charging ==
420 420  
421 421  Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
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428 428  
429 429  This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
430 430  
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433 433  == Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
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