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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  
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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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102 102  
103 103  * Create and organize metadata via the ANU metadata standard (~*~*add example)
104 104  
105 -== **7- Additional Best Practices** ==
105 +=== **7- Additional Best Practices** ===
106 106  
107 107  * **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.
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164 164  
165 165  = **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
166 166  
167 -(((
168 -== **1. Preparation for Charging**: ==
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168 +=== **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  )))
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173 +=== **Disassembling the Node**: ===
172 172  
173 -(((
174 -== **2. Disassembling the Node**: ==
175 -
176 176  * For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
177 177  )))
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178 +=== **Setting Nodes in the Charging Box**: ===
178 178  
179 -(((
180 -== **3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box**: ==
181 -
182 182  * Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
183 183  )))
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183 +=== **Monitoring the Charging Process**: ===
184 184  
185 -(((
186 -== **4. Monitoring the Charging Process**: ==
187 -
188 188  * 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.
189 189  * 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.
190 190  )))
188 +1. (((
189 +=== **Updating Charge Status**: ===
191 191  
192 -(((
193 -== **5. Updating Charge Status**: ==
194 -
195 195  * 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.
196 196  * This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
197 197  )))
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308 308  **Procedure for Seismic Nodes:**
309 309  
310 310  * 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!
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