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2 2  (((
3 3  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-8" %)
4 4  (((
5 -= **Node Types** =
5 += **Node Setup** =
6 6  
7 -ANSIR carry two types of three-channel nodes
7 +Short term (~~30 day) battery powered nodes
8 8  
9 -* **SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz Short Period)**
10 -* **SmartSolo BD3C-5 (5 Second Broadband)**
9 +== **Pre-Fieldwork Preparation** ==
11 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 -= **Programming Defaults** =
17 -
18 -We recommend that the SP 16HR-3C be set to a gain of 24db 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). These are what we use for our internal experiments.
19 -
20 -**Note that this gain must be removed when exporting to miniseed, **otherwise amplitudes will be a factor of either 15.84893192 (24db) or 2 (6db) too high. We also recommend disabling bluetooth to increase battery life, and to enable "FIFO" mode just in case old data is still present on the units and you run out of space (although it is unlikely you will go over 64 Gb for one deploy). If using the "timed turn-on" option, please be aware that **the units will not begin recording until they have acquired a GPS lock**, which may nor occur if they are buried too deeply or have very poor sky view.
21 -
22 -= **Fieldwork Preparation** =
23 -
11 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
12 +(((
24 24  (% class="box warningmessage" %)
25 25  (((
26 -**INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**
27 -
28 -**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.**
29 -
30 -**We have had good experience with the 4Tb Samsung T7 Shield drives.**
15 +**INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING **
31 31  )))
17 +)))
32 32  
33 -== Magnets ==
34 -
35 -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).
36 -
37 -== Animal-Proofing ==
38 -
39 -We have experienced times where foxes (or some other animal) will dig up nodes and potentially carry them off for tens or hundreds of meteres. Being sanitary with the rope handles (e.g. not getting food grease on them) seems to help, as well as spraying the nodes and handles with methylated spirits et al. when deploying. There are other specialized products available depending on your environment.
40 -
41 41  = **Installation** =
42 42  
43 -(% class="box infomessage" %)
44 -(((
45 -**Field logs are a critical component of fieldwork and this is especially the case for large N nodal deploys. Take notes!**
46 -)))
21 +=== **1- Logbook documentation** ===
47 47  
48 -== 1. Logbook documentation ==
49 -
50 50  (((
51 -**Essential Details** for field logs:
24 +**Essential Details**: Record the following in a logbook:
52 52  
53 53  * Station name
54 -* Latitude, longitude, elevation
27 +* Latitude and longitude
55 55  * Names of team members present
56 -* Date and both local & UTC time of installation/removal
57 -* Serial number (SN) of the TOP HALF of the sensor (if a BD3C-5, there is only one serial number)
58 -* 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)
29 +* Date and local time of installation
30 +* Serial number (SN) of the sensor
31 +* Detailed notes on the site conditions and setup
59 59  
60 -[[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!
61 -
62 -== 2. Node Placement ==
33 +=== **2- Node Placement** ===
63 63  )))
64 64  
65 -**Protection**: Place nodes inside (landfill) biodegradable bags to minimize cleaning and cross-site soil contamination.
36 +**Protection**: Place nodes inside thick, landfill biodegradable plastic bags for environmental protection.
66 66  
67 67  **Site Analysis**:
68 68  
69 -* **Take compass measurements away from the sensor as it will affect your measurement.**
70 -* Take photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
71 -* Include a detailed site description in your notes
40 +* Conduct compass measurements away from the node and metallic structures, adjusting for inclination angle.
41 +* Take multiple photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
42 +* 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)
72 72  
73 -== 3. GPS Considerations ==
44 +=== **3- GPS Considerations** ===
74 74  
75 75  (% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
76 -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.
47 +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.
77 77  
78 -== 4. Visibility and Location Marking ==
49 +=== **4- Visibility and Location Marking** ===
79 79  
80 80  **Flag Placement**: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
81 81  
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84 84  * Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
85 85  * Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
86 86  
87 -== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)5. Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment(%%) ==
58 +=== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)**5- Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment**(%%) ===
88 88  
89 89  * **Charging Duration**: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
90 90  * **Pre-Deployment Charging**:
91 -** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge before deployment.
62 +** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge right before deployment.
92 92  
64 +
93 93  * **Operational Duration**:
94 -** 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.
66 +** When recording at 250 Hz, with GPS on and Bluetooth disabled, the instruments are expected to last about 30 days per charge cycle.
95 95  
68 +
96 96  * **Post-Retrieval Charging**:
97 -** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) unless they are to be immediately re-deployed.
70 +** Do not store the instruments with completely drained batteries.
71 +** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) for optimal battery health.
72 +
73 +
98 98  * **Storage and Shipping Charge Level**:
99 -** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% (e.g. "orange") for both storage and shipping purposes.
75 +** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% for both storage and shipping purposes.
100 100  ** This charge level is recommended to prevent battery damage and is safe for transportation.
101 -** Nodes should not be stored fully charged, and **they should especially not be stored with 0 charge as this damages lithium batteries.**
102 102  
103 -(((
104 -== 6. Data Sharing and Metadata Creation ==
105 -)))
78 +=== ===
106 106  
80 +=== ===
81 +
82 +=== **6- Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ===
83 +
107 107  **GPS Data**:
108 108  
109 -* Ensure you have documented precise lat/lon locations for each station and **DOCUMENTED THIS CAREFULLY**
86 +* Download the GPS file to a laptop.
87 +* Share this file on a drive accessible to all team members for uniform understanding of node locations.
110 110  
111 111  **Photo Sharing**:
112 112  
113 -* It is strongly encouraged to take pictures of each site and upload these to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
91 +* Upload site photos to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
92 +* Integrating photos into Google Maps or Google Earth can be particularly beneficial for easy location referencing.
114 114  
115 115  **Metadata File**:
116 116  
117 -* 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.
96 +* Create a metadata XML file for each node, which is essential for data organisation and future reference.
118 118  
119 -== 7. Additional Best Practices ==
98 +=== **7- Additional Best Practices** ===
120 120  
121 -* **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.
100 +* **Environmental Responsibility**: Ensure that the node placement and the materials used are environmentally responsible and adhere to local regulations.
101 +* **Training and Familiarisation**: Make sure all team members are adequately trained in using the GPS devices, compass, and other equipment to ensure consistent and accurate data collection.
122 122  
123 -----
124 -
125 -= **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** =
126 -
127 -1. (((
128 -**Preparation for Demobilization**:
129 -
130 -* Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, masking tape, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
103 +* (((
104 +==== **Keeping the Instruments Clean** ====
131 131  )))
132 -1. (((
133 -**Locating the instrument**:
134 -
135 -* Use the downloaded GPS file to accurately locate the node for demobilization.
136 -* Import this KMZ file onto your phone for easy reference and location tracking.
137 -* Utilize Google Maps or Google Earth to create a KMZ file of the station’s location.
106 +* (((
107 +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.
138 138  )))
139 -1. (((
140 -**Labeling Instruments for Demobilization**:
141 141  
142 -* Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a masking tape label to apply to the top of the node.
143 -* Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
144 -* Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
145 -)))
146 -1. (((
147 -**Photographing the Setup Node**:
110 += =
148 148  
149 -* Take a photo of the entire setup node with the __//label//__ and __//compass visible//__.
150 -* This photo serves as a final record of the instrument’s condition and orientation at the time of removal.
151 -)))
152 -1. (((
153 -**Logging Demobilization Details**:
112 += SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
154 154  
155 -* Use the field logbook to note the time of demobilization, serial numbers, and station name.
156 -* Record any observations or issues related to the instrument’s orientation, level, or any other relevant factors.
157 -)))
158 -1. (((
159 -**Final Checks and Equipment Removal**:
114 +blahblah
160 160  
161 -* Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
162 -* Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
116 +== Sub-paragraph ==
163 163  
164 -
165 -)))
166 166  
167 -[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
119 +== ==
168 168  
169 -----
170 170  
171 -= **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
122 += Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
172 172  
173 -(((
174 -== 1. Preparation for Charging: ==
124 +Lorem
175 175  
176 -* 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.
177 -)))
126 +[[image:1705196270090-364.png]]
178 178  
179 -(((
180 -== 2. Disassembling the Node: ==
181 181  
182 -* For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
183 -)))
129 +== GPS Considerations ==
184 184  
185 -(((
186 -== 3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box: ==
131 +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.
187 187  
188 -* Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
189 -)))
133 += Keeping the Instruments Clean =
190 190  
191 -(((
192 -== 4. Monitoring the Charging Process: ==
135 +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.
193 193  
194 -* 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.
195 -* 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.
196 -)))
197 197  
198 -(((
199 -== 5. Updating Charge Status: ==
138 += Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping =
200 200  
201 -* 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.
202 -* This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
203 -)))
140 +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.
204 204  
205 -[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="299" width="530"]]
142 +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.
206 206  
207 207  
145 += Best Practices and Guide =
208 208  
147 +== Install ==
209 209  
210 -[[image:1706153354750-415.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="317" width="562"]]
149 +Logbook is required (used again for pick up & metadata creation)
211 211  
212 -----
151 +- station name
213 213  
214 -= **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** =
153 +- lat / long
215 215  
216 -== Node Registration and Software Setup ==
155 +- team members
217 217  
218 -1. (((
219 -**Registering Nodes in the System**:
157 +- date and local time
220 220  
221 -* To begin, register the nodes in the system so the software can recognize them.
222 -* Navigate to the installation folder of “SmartSoloApps SoloLite”.
223 -* Right-click on deviceconfig.exe and choose “run as an administrator”. Save the file to the “deviceconfig” directory (refer to the snapshot below).
224 -* To avoid double registration, replace the file each time you register a new node.
225 -)))
226 -1. (((
227 -**Creating a New Project in SoloLite**:
159 +- SN of sensor
228 228  
229 -* Open the “SoloLite” software.
230 -* Go to “File” and create a new project. Don't worry about finding the exact 16 nodes used in script writing.
231 -* Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
232 -)))
161 +- notes on site
233 233  
234 -== Data Downloading Process ==
163 +Place nodes in thick (“landfill biodegradable”) plastic bags in the hole
235 235  
236 -1. (((
237 -**Initiating Data Download**:
165 +Take compass measurement away from node and fences [make sure to adjust inclination angle]
238 238  
239 -* Once a new project is created, the Data Transfer View panel will display connected nodes with details like series number and data size.
240 -* If “Prospect not matched” appears, it simply means the new project doesn’t match the original programming project. This is not a concern.
241 -* Select all nodes and right-click to “force download”. This starts the download process.
242 -* Completed downloads will appear as new folders in the Downloaded Data panel.
243 -)))
244 -1. (((
245 -**Exporting Data in Readable Format**:
167 +Take many photos from the site from different angles 
246 246  
247 -* Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
248 -* Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
249 -* Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
250 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
251 -(((
252 -* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS" (int32), not "mV" (float). This is critical!**
169 +Add a precise site description to the notes such as distances and orientations from landmarks 
253 253  
254 -* **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.**
255 -)))
256 -)))
171 +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.
257 257  
258 -== Handling Nodes During Download ==
173 +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.
259 259  
260 -1. (((
261 -**Monitoring Download Indicators**:
175 +Download the GPS (Garmin) file to a laptop and share drive to share with other GPS devices
262 262  
263 -* During download, green lights on nodes will blink, and associated red lights on the rack will flash.
264 -* Disconnect nodes properly before unplugging anything.
265 -* Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
266 -)))
267 -1. (((
268 -//**Investment in Storage Hardware**~://
177 +Share photos in a shared location (Google photos, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc), but most useful are those added to a Google Maps/Earth location
269 269  
270 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
271 -(((
272 -* **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
179 +Create metadata .xml file
273 273  
274 -* **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
275 -* **The USB type for the harvester is TYPE-A, the typical normal rectangular shape.**
276 -)))
277 -)))
278 -1. (((
279 -**Metadata and Time Settings**:
280 280  
281 -* Ensure all metadata is saved with the file.
282 -* 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.
283 -)))
284 -1. (((
285 -**Finalizing the Download**:
182 +== Removing/Demob ==
286 286  
287 -* After downloading, mark the //"D"// box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
184 +Download and then use the GPS file to locate the node 
288 288  
289 -
290 -)))
186 +Use Google Maps / Google Earth to create a kmz file that can then be imported onto your phone.  
291 291  
292 -[[image:1706153266647-145.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="340" width="603"]]
293 293  
189 +Upload photos of the site  
294 294  
191 +- station name
295 295  
296 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543887-977.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="534" width="632"]]
193 +- latitude
297 297  
195 +- longitude
298 298  
197 +- elevation
299 299  
199 +* SN of sensor – SN of battery (optional)
200 +* Site notes and name of location (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side) 
300 300  
301 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="397" width="665"]]
202 +Upload photos into Google Earth and on a shared drive
302 302  
204 +Before removing the instrument have your compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook and compass ready (in tote bag!). 
303 303  
206 +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.
304 304  
305 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="379" width="650"]]
208 +Take a photo of the entire setup node with the label on it + compass 
306 306  
210 +Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
307 307  
308 308  
309 -[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="467" width="674"]]
213 +== Charging ==
310 310  
311 -----
215 +Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
312 312  
313 -= **Cleaning** =
217 +Remove battery (and spike) from the sensor by twisting the spike part of the instrument
314 314  
315 -When still connected, the nodes are water resistant (don't submerge them!) and can handle a good spray / wipedown. A strong, non-wire brush is helpful to reach areas between the metal spikes on the bottom.
219 +Set 16 nodes into the charging box (spikes up)
316 316  
317 -= **Weights (for shipping)** =
221 +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.
318 318  
319 -The weights of bags of nodes, as well as data harvesters and node chargers, are listed below:
223 +This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
320 320  
321 -1 bag + 6 SP (IGU-16HR) nodes: 18 kg
225 +[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
322 322  
323 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) data harvester: 21.5 kg
324 324  
325 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) charger: 26.3 kg
326 326  
327 -1 BB (BD3C-5) charger/data harvester (with and without 16 cables): 21 kg / 14.5 kg
229 +== Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
328 328  
329 -1 case + 5 BB (BD3C-5) nodes and 6 BB nodes: 22 kg / 25 kg
330 -)))
331 331  
332 -(% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
333 -(((
334 -(% class="box" %)
335 -(((
336 -**Contents**
232 +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.
337 337  
338 -{{toc/}}
234 +[[image:1705195543887-977.png]]
339 339  
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341 -)))
342 342  
343 -(% class="box" %)
344 -(((
345 -= SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
237 +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.
346 346  
347 -[[image:Smartsolo IGU BD3C 5 (2).jpg]]
239 +[[image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
348 348  
349 -[[image:smartsolo.jpg]]
350 350  
351 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
352 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
353 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
354 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
355 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
356 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)(((
357 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (168.84 Wh)
242 +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.
358 358  
359 -UN3481 PI967 S1
244 +[[image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
245 +
246 +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.
247 +
248 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
249 +(((
250 +**Please make sure that data is exported as "COUNTS" and NOT "mV"!**
360 360  )))
361 -)))
362 362  
363 -(% class="box" %)
253 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
364 364  (((
365 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]3C =
255 +**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.**
256 +)))
366 366  
367 -[[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
258 +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.
368 368  
369 -[[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
260 +Now the data should be ready. Then you can select these data and right click to output the GPS information associated with them.
370 370  
371 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
372 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
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
375 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
376 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
377 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (96.48 Wh)
262 +[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
378 378  
379 -UN3481 PI967 S2
380 -)))
381 -)))
264 +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.
382 382  
383 -(% class="box" %)
266 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
384 384  (((
385 -= SmartSolo BD3C-16 Portable Battery Charger =
268 +**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!
269 +)))
386 386  
387 -[[image:20250729_125049.jpg]]
271 +When downloading, ensure that all metadata is saved along with the file.
388 388  
389 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|558 x 357 x 300mm
390 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
391 -|**Power**|1000W
392 -|**Weight**|14.5kg
393 -|**Weight with cables**|21kg
394 -)))
273 +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.
395 395  
396 -(% class="box" id="HSmartSoloBD3C-16PortableBatteryCharger" %)
397 -(((
398 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Data Harvester =
275 +//Once downloaded, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels!//
399 399  
400 -[[image:20250729_124747.jpg]]
277 +== Converting data ==
401 401  
402 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
403 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
404 -|**Power**|100W
405 -|**Weight**|21.5 - 24kg
406 -|**Slots no.**|16
407 -|**Download Speed**|20MB/sec/slot
408 -)))
279 +Check the data all have been converted to miniseed correctly 
409 409  
410 -(% class="box" %)
411 -(((
412 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Battery Charger =
281 +– 3 files per station per day 
413 413  
414 -= [[image:20250729_124644.jpg]] =
283 +* Files are the same size (NOTE if having memory issues one or more of the components may have 0-1 kb)
284 +* ~~ 5 Gb / node / month
415 415  
416 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
417 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
418 -|**Power**|640W
419 -|**Weight**|26.3kg
420 -|**Slots no.**|16
421 -)))
286 +//Tick ‘R’ box on the node label//
422 422  
423 423  
289 +== Cleaning ==
424 424  
291 +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!
425 425  
293 +
294 +)))
426 426  
427 427  
297 +(% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
298 +(((
299 +(% class="box" %)
300 +(((
301 +**Contents**
428 428  
303 +(% class="wikitoc" %)
304 +* [[SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node>>path:#HSmartSoloIGU16HR3C285Hz29ShortPeriodNode]]
305 +** [[Sub-paragraph>>path:#HSub-paragraph]]
306 +** [[ >>path:#H]]
307 +* [[Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node>>path:#HSmartSoloBD3C-5285second29Broad-BandNode]]
308 +** [[GPS Considerations>>path:#HGPSConsiderations]]
309 +* [[Keeping the Instruments Clean>>path:#HKeepingtheInstrumentsClean]]
310 +* [[Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping>>path:#HChargeTime2CInstrumentLife2CandChargeDuringStorage26Shipping]]
311 +* [[Best Practices and Guide>>path:#HBestPracticesandGuide]]
312 +** [[Install>>path:#HInstall]]
313 +** [[Removing/Demob>>path:#HRemoving2FDemob]]
314 +** [[Charging>>path:#HCharging]]
315 +** [[Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed>>path:#HDownloadingandConvertingDatatoMiniSeed]]
316 +** [[Converting data>>path:#HConvertingdata]]
317 +** [[Cleaning>>path:#HCleaning]]
318 +)))
319 +
320 +
429 429  (% class="box" %)
430 430  (((
431 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 3C Carry Bag =
323 += SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
432 432  
433 -[[image:20250729_124502.jpg]]
325 +[[image:Smartsolo IGU BD3C 5 (2).jpg]]
434 434  
435 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|230 x 340 x 310mm
436 -|**Slots no.**|6
327 +[[image:smartsolo.jpg]]
328 +
329 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
330 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
331 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
332 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
333 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
334 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)Li_etc XXAh
437 437  )))
438 438  
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440 440  (% class="box" %)
441 441  (((
442 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 1C Carry Bag =
339 += SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]] =
443 443  
444 -[[image:20250729_124558.jpg]]
341 +[[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
445 445  
446 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|225 x 200 x 550mm
447 -|**Slots no.**|6
343 +[[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
344 +
345 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
346 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
347 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
348 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.3 kg
349 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
350 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Li_etc XXAh
448 448  )))
352 +
353 +
449 449  )))
450 450  )))
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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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