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2 2  (((
3 3  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-8" %)
4 4  (((
5 -= **Node Types** =
6 -
7 -ANSIR carry two types of three-channel nodes
8 -
9 -* **SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz Short Period)**
10 -* **SmartSolo BD3C-5 (5-second Broad-Band)**
11 -
12 -Both have a battery capacity of around 30 days. The programming, operation, and downloading procedures for both types of SmartSolo nodes are also similar.
13 -
14 -
15 -----
16 -
17 17  = **Node Setup** =
18 18  
19 -Short term (~~30 day) battery powered nodes. The default gain should typically be set to 24 db for the Short Period 16HR-3C and 6 db for the Broadband BD3C-5. **This gain must be removed when exporting to miniseed.**
7 +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
20 20  
21 21  
10 +~*~**this needs to be reformatted
11 +
22 22  == **Pre-Fieldwork Preparation** ==
23 23  
24 24  (% class="box infomessage" %)
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27 27  (((
28 28  **INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**
29 29  
30 -**Assume ~~1 Tb of storage for both raw and exported data per 50 nodes @ 250 Hz & 30 days**
20 +**Plan on 1 Tb to store ALL data for 50 nodes @ 250 Hz and a single ~~30 day occupation**
31 31  )))
32 32  )))
33 33  
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48 48  === **2- Node Placement** ===
49 49  )))
50 50  
51 -**Protection**: Place nodes inside (landfill) biodegradable bags to minimize cleaning and cross-site soil contamination.
41 +**Protection**: Place nodes inside thick, landfill biodegradable plastic bags for environmental protection.
52 52  
53 53  **Site Analysis**:
54 54  
55 -* **Take compass measurements away from the sensor as it will affect your measurement.**
45 +* Conduct compass measurements away from the node and metallic structures, adjusting for inclination angle.
56 56  * Take multiple photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
57 57  * Include a detailed site description in your notes, specifying distances and orientations from nearby landmarks (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side)
58 58  
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59 59  === **3- GPS Considerations** ===
60 60  
61 61  (% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
62 -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.
52 +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.
63 63  
64 64  === **4- Visibility and Location Marking** ===
65 65  
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74 74  
75 75  * **Charging Duration**: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
76 76  * **Pre-Deployment Charging**:
77 -** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge before deployment.
67 +** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge right before deployment.
78 78  
79 79  * **Operational Duration**:
80 -** 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.
70 +** When recording at 250 Hz, with GPS on and Bluetooth disabled, the instruments are expected to last about 30 days per charge cycle.
81 81  
82 82  * **Post-Retrieval Charging**:
83 -** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) unless they are to be immediately re-deployed.
73 +** Do not store the instruments with completely drained batteries.
74 +** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) for optimal battery health.
75 +
84 84  * **Storage and Shipping Charge Level**:
85 85  ** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% for both storage and shipping purposes.
86 86  ** This charge level is recommended to prevent battery damage and is safe for transportation.
87 -** Nodes should not be stored fully charged, and it **they should especially not be stored with 0 charge.**
88 88  
89 89  === ===
90 90  
91 -(((
82 +=== ===
83 +
92 92  === **6- Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ===
93 -)))
94 94  
95 95  **GPS Data**:
96 96  
97 -* Download the GPS file to a laptop. (???)
88 +* Download the GPS file to a laptop.
98 98  * Share this file on a drive accessible to all team members for uniform understanding of node locations.
99 99  
100 100  **Photo Sharing**:
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104 104  
105 105  **Metadata File**:
106 106  
107 -* Create and organize metadata via the ANU metadata standard (~*~*add example)
98 +* Create a metadata XML file for each node, which is essential for data organisation and future reference.
108 108  
109 109  === **7- Additional Best Practices** ===
110 110  
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118 118  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.
119 119  )))
120 120  
121 -----
112 += =
122 122  
123 -=== **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** ===
114 += SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
124 124  
125 -1. (((
126 -**Preparation for Demobilization**:
116 +blahblah
127 127  
128 -* Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
129 -)))
130 -1. (((
131 -**Locating the instrument**:
118 +== Sub-paragraph ==
132 132  
133 -* Use the downloaded GPS file to accurately locate the node for demobilization.
134 -* Import this KMZ file onto your phone for easy reference and location tracking.
135 -* Utilize Google Maps or Google Earth to create a KMZ file of the station’s location.
136 -)))
137 -1. (((
138 -**Labeling Instruments for Demobilization**:
139 139  
140 -* Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a label.
141 -* Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
142 -* Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
143 -)))
144 -1. (((
145 -**Photographing the Setup Node**:
121 +== ==
146 146  
147 -* Take a photo of the entire setup node with the __//label//__ and __//compass visible//__.
148 -* This photo serves as a final record of the instrument’s condition and orientation at the time of removal.
149 -)))
150 -1. (((
151 -**Logging Demobilization Details**:
152 152  
153 -* Use the field logbook to note the time of demobilization, serial numbers, and station name.
154 -* Record any observations or issues related to the instrument’s orientation, level, or any other relevant factors.
155 -)))
156 -1. (((
157 -**Final Checks and Equipment Removal**:
124 += Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
158 158  
159 -* Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
160 -* Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
126 +Lorem
161 161  
162 -
163 -)))
128 +[[image:1705196270090-364.png]]
164 164  
165 -[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
166 166  
167 -----
131 +== GPS Considerations ==
168 168  
169 -=== **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** ===
133 +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.
170 170  
171 -1. (((
172 -**Preparation for Charging**:
135 += Keeping the Instruments Clean =
173 173  
174 -* 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.
137 +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.
175 175  
176 -
177 -)))
178 -1. (((
179 -**Disassembling the Node**:
180 180  
181 -* For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
140 += Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping =
182 182  
183 -
184 -)))
185 -1. (((
186 -**Setting Nodes in the Charging Box**:
142 +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.
187 187  
188 -* Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
144 +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.
189 189  
190 -
191 -)))
192 -1. (((
193 -**Monitoring the Charging Process**:
194 194  
195 -* Once the nodes are set in the charging box and the charging process begins, lights adjacent to the batteries will illuminate. These lights indicate that charging is underway.
196 -* Observe the transition of the lights from steady red to orange, then to green, and finally to flashing green. A flashing green light signifies that the batteries are fully charged. For storage, the goal is to charge them to ORANGE.
147 += Best Practices and Guide =
197 197  
198 -
199 -)))
200 -1. (((
201 -**Updating Charge Status**:
149 +== Install ==
202 202  
203 -* 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.
204 -* This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
205 -)))
151 +Logbook is required (used again for pick up & metadata creation)
206 206  
207 -[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="299" width="530"]]
153 +- station name
208 208  
155 +- lat / long
209 209  
157 +- team members
210 210  
159 +- date and local time
211 211  
212 -[[image:1706153354750-415.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="317" width="562"]]
161 +- SN of sensor
213 213  
214 -----
163 +- notes on site
215 215  
216 -=== **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** ===
165 +Place nodes in thick (“landfill biodegradable”) plastic bags in the hole
217 217  
218 -==== **Node Registration and Software Setup** ====
167 +Take compass measurement away from node and fences [make sure to adjust inclination angle]
219 219  
220 -1. (((
221 -**Registering Nodes in the System**:
169 +Take many photos from the site from different angles 
222 222  
223 -* To begin, register the nodes in the system so the software can recognize them.
224 -* Navigate to the installation folder of “SmartSoloApps SoloLite”.
225 -* Right-click on deviceconfig.exe and choose “run as an administrator”. Save the file to the “deviceconfig” directory (refer to the snapshot below).
226 -* To avoid double registration, replace the file each time you register a new node.
227 -)))
228 -1. (((
229 -**Creating a New Project in SoloLite**:
171 +Add a precise site description to the notes such as distances and orientations from landmarks 
230 230  
231 -* Open the “SoloLite” software.
232 -* Go to “File” and create a new project. Don't worry about finding the exact 16 nodes used in script writing.
233 -* Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
234 -)))
173 +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.
235 235  
236 -==== **Data Downloading Process** ====
175 +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.
237 237  
238 -1. (((
239 -**Initiating Data Download**:
177 +Download the GPS (Garmin) file to a laptop and share drive to share with other GPS devices
240 240  
241 -* Once a new project is created, the Data Transfer View panel will display connected nodes with details like series number and data size.
242 -* If “Prospect not matched” appears, it simply means the new project doesn’t match the original programming project. This is not a concern.
243 -* Select all nodes and right-click to “force download”. This starts the download process.
244 -* Completed downloads will appear as new folders in the Downloaded Data panel.
245 -)))
246 -1. (((
247 -**Exporting Data in Readable Format**:
179 +Share photos in a shared location (Google photos, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc), but most useful are those added to a Google Maps/Earth location
248 248  
249 -* Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
250 -* Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
251 -* Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
252 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
253 -(((
254 -* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS", not "mV".**
181 +Create metadata .xml file
255 255  
256 -* **Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming** **(by default ANU sets this to 24db (a factor of 15.848932).**
257 -)))
258 -)))
259 259  
260 -==== **Handling Nodes During Download** ====
184 +== Removing/Demob ==
261 261  
262 -1. (((
263 -**Monitoring Download Indicators**:
186 +Download and then use the GPS file to locate the node 
264 264  
265 -* During download, green lights on nodes will blink, and associated red lights on the rack will flash.
266 -* Disconnect nodes properly before unplugging anything.
267 -* Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
268 -)))
269 -1. (((
270 -//**Investment in Storage Hardware**~://
188 +Use Google Maps / Google Earth to create a kmz file that can then be imported onto your phone.  
271 271  
272 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
273 -(((
274 -* **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
275 275  
276 -* **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
277 -)))
278 -)))
279 -1. (((
280 -**Metadata and Time Settings**:
191 +Upload photos of the site  
281 281  
282 -* Ensure all metadata is saved with the file.
283 -* 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.
284 -)))
285 -1. (((
286 -**Finalizing the Download**:
193 +- station name
287 287  
288 -* After downloading, mark the //"D"// box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
195 +- latitude
289 289  
290 -
291 -)))
197 +- longitude
292 292  
293 -[[image:1706153266647-145.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="340" width="603"]]
199 +- elevation
294 294  
201 +* SN of sensor – SN of battery (optional)
202 +* Site notes and name of location (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side) 
295 295  
204 +Upload photos into Google Earth and on a shared drive
296 296  
297 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543887-977.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="534" width="632"]]
206 +Before removing the instrument have your compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook and compass ready (in tote bag!). 
298 298  
208 +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.
299 299  
210 +Take a photo of the entire setup node with the label on it + compass 
300 300  
212 +Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
301 301  
302 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="397" width="665"]]
303 303  
215 +== Charging ==
304 304  
217 +Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
305 305  
306 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="379" width="650"]]
219 +Remove battery (and spike) from the sensor by twisting the spike part of the instrument
307 307  
221 +Set 16 nodes into the charging box (spikes up)
308 308  
223 +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.
309 309  
310 -[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="467" width="674"]]
225 +This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
311 311  
312 -----
227 +[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
313 313  
314 -=== **Cleaning** ===
315 315  
316 -**Procedure for Seismic Nodes:**
317 317  
318 -* 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!
231 +== Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
319 319  
320 -= =
233 +
234 +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.
235 +
236 +[[image:1705195543887-977.png]]
237 +
238 +
239 +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.
240 +
241 +[[image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
242 +
243 +
244 +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.
245 +
246 +[[image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
247 +
248 +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.
249 +
250 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
251 +(((
252 +**Please make sure that data is exported as "COUNTS" and NOT "mV"!**
321 321  )))
322 322  
255 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
256 +(((
257 +**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.**
258 +)))
259 +
260 +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.
261 +
262 +Now the data should be ready. Then you can select these data and right click to output the GPS information associated with them.
263 +
264 +[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
265 +
266 +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.
267 +
268 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
269 +(((
270 +**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!
271 +)))
272 +
273 +When downloading, ensure that all metadata is saved along with the file.
274 +
275 +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.
276 +
277 +//Once downloaded, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels!//
278 +
279 +== Converting data ==
280 +
281 +Check the data all have been converted to miniseed correctly 
282 +
283 +– 3 files per station per day 
284 +
285 +* Files are the same size (NOTE if having memory issues one or more of the components may have 0-1 kb)
286 +* ~~ 5 Gb / node / month
287 +
288 +//Tick ‘R’ box on the node label//
289 +
290 +
291 +== Cleaning ==
292 +
293 +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!
294 +
295 +
296 +)))
297 +
298 +
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371 371  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
372 372  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
373 373  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
374 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.4 kg
350 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.3 kg
375 375  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
376 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Lithium ion XXAh
352 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Li_etc XXAh
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