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1 -SmartSolo Nodes
1 +SmartSolo Seismometers
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33 33  
34 34  = **Installation** =
35 35  
36 -=== **1- Logbook documentation** ===
36 +== **1. Logbook documentation** ==
37 37  
38 38  (((
39 39  **Essential Details**: Record the following in a logbook:
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45 45  * Serial number (SN) of the sensor
46 46  * Detailed notes on the site conditions and setup
47 47  
48 -=== **2- Node Placement** ===
48 +== **2. Node Placement** ==
49 49  )))
50 50  
51 51  **Protection**: Place nodes inside (landfill) biodegradable bags to minimize cleaning and cross-site soil contamination.
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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  
59 -=== **3- GPS Considerations** ===
59 +== **3. GPS Considerations** ==
60 60  
61 61  (% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
62 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.
63 63  
64 -=== **4- Visibility and Location Marking** ===
64 +== **4. Visibility and Location Marking** ==
65 65  
66 66  **Flag Placement**: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
67 67  
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70 70  * Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
71 71  * Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
72 72  
73 -=== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)**5- Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment**(%%) ===
73 +== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)**5. Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment**(%%) ==
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**:
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87 87  ** Nodes should not be stored fully charged, and it **they should especially not be stored with 0 charge.**
88 88  
89 89  (((
90 -=== **6- Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ===
90 +== **6. Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ==
91 91  )))
92 92  
93 93  **GPS Data**:
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100 100  
101 101  **Metadata File**:
102 102  
103 -* Create and organize metadata via the ANU metadata standard (~*~*add example)
103 +* Create and organize metadata according to the [[ANU metadata standard txt file>>attach:example_metadata.txt]].
104 104  
105 -=== **7- Additional Best Practices** ===
105 +== **7. Additional Best Practices** ==
106 106  
107 -* **Environmental Responsibility**: Ensure that the node placement and the materials used are environmentally responsible and adhere to local regulations.
108 108  * **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.
109 109  
110 -* (((
111 -==== **Keeping the Instruments Clean** ====
112 -)))
113 -* (((
114 -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.
115 -)))
116 -
117 117  ----
118 118  
119 119  = **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** =
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164 164  
165 165  = **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
166 166  
167 -1. (((
168 -=== **Preparation for Charging**: ===
159 +(((
160 +== **1. Preparation for Charging**: ==
169 169  
170 170  * 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.
171 171  )))
172 -1. (((
173 -=== **Disassembling the Node**: ===
174 174  
165 +(((
166 +== **2. Disassembling the Node**: ==
167 +
175 175  * For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
176 176  )))
177 -1. (((
178 -=== **Setting Nodes in the Charging Box**: ===
179 179  
171 +(((
172 +== **3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box**: ==
173 +
180 180  * Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
181 181  )))
182 -1. (((
183 -=== **Monitoring the Charging Process**: ===
184 184  
177 +(((
178 +== **4. Monitoring the Charging Process**: ==
179 +
185 185  * 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.
186 186  * 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.
187 187  )))
188 -1. (((
189 -=== **Updating Charge Status**: ===
190 190  
184 +(((
185 +== **5. Updating Charge Status**: ==
186 +
191 191  * 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.
192 192  * This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
193 193  )))
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201 201  
202 202  ----
203 203  
204 -=== **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** ===
200 += **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** =
205 205  
206 -==== **Node Registration and Software Setup** ====
202 +== **Node Registration and Software Setup** ==
207 207  
208 208  1. (((
209 209  **Registering Nodes in the System**:
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221 221  * Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
222 222  )))
223 223  
224 -==== **Data Downloading Process** ====
220 +== **Data Downloading Process** ==
225 225  
226 226  1. (((
227 227  **Initiating Data Download**:
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241 241  (((
242 242  * **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS", not "mV".**
243 243  
244 -* **Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming** **(by default ANU sets this to 24db (a factor of 15.848932).**
240 +* **Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming** **(by default ANU sets this to 24db for short period nodes (a factor of 15.848932), and 6db for broadband nodes).**
245 245  )))
246 246  )))
247 247  
248 -==== **Handling Nodes During Download** ====
244 +== **Handling Nodes During Download** ==
249 249  
250 250  1. (((
251 251  **Monitoring Download Indicators**:
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299 299  
300 300  ----
301 301  
302 -=== **Cleaning** ===
298 += **Cleaning** =
303 303  
304 304  **Procedure for Seismic Nodes:**
305 305  
306 -* If the nodes are placed in a sturdy 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!
302 +Top half:
303 +
304 +Bottom half: The metal spikes on the bottom half of the nodes can be cleaned using a wire brush, though should still be wiped down for dust afterwards.
305 +
306 +
307 += **Weights (for shipping)** =
308 +
309 +The weights of bags of nodes, as well as data harvesters and node chargers, are listed below:
310 +
311 +1 bag + 6 SP (IGU-16HR) nodes: 18 kg
312 +
313 +1 SP (IGU-16HR) data harvester: 21.5 kg
314 +
315 +1 SP (IGU-16HR) charger: 26.3 kg
316 +
317 +1 BB (BD3C-5) charger/data harvester (with and without 16 cables): 21 kg / 14.5 kg
318 +
319 +1 case + 5 BB (BD3C-5) nodes and 6 BB nodes: 22 kg / 25 kg
307 307  )))
308 308  
309 309  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
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330 330  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
331 331  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
332 332  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
333 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)Li_etc XXAh
346 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)(((
347 +Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (168.84 Wh)
348 +
349 +UN3481 PI967 S1
334 334  )))
351 +)))
335 335  
336 336  (% class="box" %)
337 337  (((
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346 346  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
347 347  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.4 kg
348 348  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
349 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Lithium ion XXAh
366 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
367 +Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (96.48 Wh)
368 +
369 +UN3481 PI967 S2
350 350  )))
371 +)))
351 351  
352 352  
353 353  )))
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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"
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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!