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2 2  (((
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5 -= **Node Types** =
5 += SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
6 6  
7 -ANSIR carry two types of three-channel nodes, and one type of one-channel node:
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8 8  
9 -* **SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz Short Period)**
10 -* **SmartSolo BD3C-5 (5 Second Broadband)**
11 -* **SmartSolo IGU 16 1C (5 Hz Short Period, single channel)**
9 +== Sub-paragraph ==
12 12  
13 -The three-channel nodes have a battery capacity of ~~30 days, whereas the single-channel type has a capacity of ~~50 days. The programming, operation and downloading procedures for all types of SmartSolo nodes are also similar.
14 14  
15 -----
12 +== ==
16 16  
17 -= **Programming Defaults** =
18 18  
19 -The nodes must be programmed in the SoloLite software prior to use. Screenshots for the short period 16HR-3C and broadband BDC3-5 are shown with our recommended parameters.
15 += Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
20 20  
21 -[[IGU-16 3C (short period node) programming screen set at 250 Hz. Ensure that the highlighted areas are set!>>image:SP_programming.labels.png||alt="IGU-16 3C programming screen"]]
17 +Lorem
22 22  
23 -[[BD3C-5 (broadband node) programming screen set at 250 hz. Ensure that the highlighted areas are set!>>image:BB_programming.labels.png||alt="BD3C-5 programming screen"]]
19 +[[image:/xwiki/bin/download/Instrumentation/SmartSolo%20Nodes/WebHome/1705196270090-364.png?rev=1.1||alt="1705196270090-364.png"]]
24 24  
25 -FIFO (first in, first out) data mode is safest as this will overwrite old data in case you forgot to clear the storage. At <= 250 hz you can fit 4++ months of data on these, shouldn't be an issue.
26 26  
27 -Note that the samplerate is instead given in sample spacing, in milliseconds. 4 ms = 250 Hz, 1 ms = 1000 Hz, 10 ms = 100 Hz, ad nauseam.
22 +== GPS Considerations ==
28 28  
29 -Be sure to set the channel types to Seismic and the gain appropriately. For active source (i.e. explosions) you can leave the gain at 0, but for passive experiments some gain is purported to be helpful (although we have found this to be somewhat negligible). We can confirm that 6db for the broadband nodes and 24db for the short period works well.
24 +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.
30 30  
31 -If you want recording to begin immediately, ensure that begin date is in the past by at least a few days. If you prefer to have a timed turn-on, then set the times as needed. **Be warned that recording will not begin until a GPS lock is achieved, so if you set it to a future turn-on but bury it too deeply, it may not record!**
26 += Keeping the Instruments Clean =
32 32  
33 -In newer versions of the software there is a "power consumption" setting.. we are no sure what this does exactly, but the manual says it gives life a "boost" at the expense of about 3 db of resolution. Until this can be quantified a bit better it is not recommended.
28 +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.
34 34  
35 -Storage type can be DLD (proprietary) or Miniseed. We assume the software works best with their proprietary format so prefer not to risk any issues. You can export to miniseed later.
36 36  
37 -GPS is best set to cycle mode (e.g. once per hour) instead of constant "always on". The clock drift on these are almost nil even if there is no sync at all, so it's best to conserve power.
31 += Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping =
38 38  
39 -Bluetooth (BB nodes only) should be turned OFF to conserve power.
33 +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.
40 40  
41 -We recommend that the SP 16HR-3C be set to a gain of 24db for passive experiments 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) for passive experiments (or 0 db if active).
35 +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.
42 42  
43 -{{info}}
44 -**Note that any applied instrument gain must be removed when exporting (e.g. to miniseed) after your deploy, **otherwise amplitudes will be a factor of either 15.84893192 (24db) or 2 (6db) too high!
45 -{{/info}}
46 46  
47 -= **Fieldwork Preparation** =
38 += Best Practices and Guide =
48 48  
49 -(% class="box warningmessage" %)
50 -(((
51 -**INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**
40 +== Install ==
52 52  
53 -**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.**
42 +Logbook is required (used again for pick up & metadata creation)
54 54  
55 -**We have had good experience with the 4Tb Samsung T7 Shield drives.**
56 -)))
44 +- station name
57 57  
58 -== Magnets ==
46 +- lat / long
59 59  
60 -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).
48 +- team members
61 61  
62 -== Animal-Proofing ==
50 +- date and local time
63 63  
64 -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.
52 +- SN of sensor
65 65  
66 -= **Installation** =
54 +- notes on site
67 67  
68 -(% class="box infomessage" %)
69 -(((
70 -**Field logs are a critical component of fieldwork and this is especially the case for large N nodal deploys. Take notes!**
71 -)))
56 +Place nodes in thick (“landfill biodegradable”) plastic bags in the hole
72 72  
73 -== 1. Logbook documentation ==
58 +Take compass measurement away from node and fences [make sure to adjust inclination angle]
74 74  
75 -(((
76 -**Essential Details** for field logs:
60 +Take many photos from the site from different angles 
77 77  
78 -* Station name
79 -* Latitude, longitude, elevation
80 -* Names of team members present
81 -* Date and both local & UTC time of installation/removal
82 -* Serial number (SN) of the TOP HALF of the sensor (if a BD3C-5, there is only one serial number)
83 -* 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)
62 +Add a precise site description to the notes such as distances and orientations from landmarks 
84 84  
85 -[[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!
64 +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.
86 86  
87 -== 2. Node Placement ==
88 -)))
66 +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.
89 89  
90 -**Protection**: Place nodes inside (landfill) biodegradable bags to minimize cleaning and cross-site soil contamination.
68 +Download the GPS (Garmin) file to a laptop and share drive to share with other GPS devices
91 91  
92 -**Site Analysis**:
70 +Share photos in a shared location (Google photos, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc), but most useful are those added to a Google Maps/Earth location
93 93  
94 -* **Take compass measurements away from the sensor as it will affect your measurement.**
95 -* Take photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
96 -* Include a detailed site description in your notes
72 +Create metadata .xml file
97 97  
98 -== 3. GPS Considerations ==
99 99  
100 -(% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
101 -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.
75 +== Removing/Demob ==
102 102  
103 -== 4. Visibility and Location Marking ==
77 +Download and then use the GPS file to locate the node 
104 104  
105 -**Flag Placement**: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
79 +Use Google Maps / Google Earth to create a kmz file that can then be imported onto your phone.  
106 106  
107 -**GPS Marking**:
108 108  
109 -* Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
110 -* Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
82 +Upload photos of the site  
111 111  
112 -== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)5. Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment(%%) ==
84 +- station name
113 113  
114 -* **Charging Duration**: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
115 -* **Pre-Deployment Charging**:
116 -** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge before deployment.
86 +- latitude
117 117  
118 -* **Operational Duration**:
119 -** 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.
88 +- longitude
120 120  
121 -* **Post-Retrieval Charging**:
122 -** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) unless they are to be immediately re-deployed.
123 -* **Storage and Shipping Charge Level**:
124 -** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% (e.g. "orange") for both storage and shipping purposes.
125 -** This charge level is recommended to prevent battery damage and is safe for transportation.
126 -** Nodes should not be stored fully charged, and **they should especially not be stored with 0 charge as this damages lithium batteries.**
90 +- elevation
127 127  
128 -(((
129 -== 6. Data Sharing and Metadata Creation ==
130 -)))
92 +* SN of sensor – SN of battery (optional)
93 +* Site notes and name of location (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side) 
131 131  
132 -**GPS Data**:
95 +Upload photos into Google Earth and on a shared drive
133 133  
134 -* Ensure you have documented precise lat/lon locations for each station and **DOCUMENTED THIS CAREFULLY**
97 +Before removing the instrument have your compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook and compass ready (in tote bag!). 
135 135  
136 -**Photo Sharing**:
99 +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.
137 137  
138 -* It is strongly encouraged to take pictures of each site and upload these to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
101 +Take a photo of the entire setup node with the label on it + compass 
139 139  
140 -**Metadata File**:
103 +Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
141 141  
142 -* 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.
143 143  
144 -== 7. Additional Best Practices ==
106 +== Charging ==
145 145  
146 -* **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.
108 +Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
147 147  
148 -----
110 +Remove battery (and spike) from the sensor by twisting the spike part of the instrument
149 149  
150 -= **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** =
112 +Set 16 nodes into the charging box (spikes up)
151 151  
152 -1. (((
153 -**Preparation for Demobilization**:
114 +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.
154 154  
155 -* Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, masking tape, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
156 -)))
157 -1. (((
158 -**Locating the instrument**:
116 +This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
159 159  
160 -* Use the downloaded GPS file to accurately locate the node for demobilization.
161 -* Import this KMZ file onto your phone for easy reference and location tracking.
162 -* Utilize Google Maps or Google Earth to create a KMZ file of the station’s location.
163 -)))
164 -1. (((
165 -**Labeling Instruments for Demobilization**:
118 +[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:/xwiki/bin/download/Instrumentation/SmartSolo%20Nodes/WebHome/1705195933422-337.png?rev=1.1||alt="1705195933422-337.png" data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
166 166  
167 -* Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a masking tape label to apply to the top of the node.
168 -* Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
169 -* Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
170 -)))
171 -1. (((
172 -**Photographing the Setup Node**:
173 173  
174 -* Take a photo of the entire setup node with the __//label//__ and __//compass visible//__.
175 -* This photo serves as a final record of the instrument’s condition and orientation at the time of removal.
176 -)))
177 -1. (((
178 -**Logging Demobilization Details**:
179 179  
180 -* Use the field logbook to note the time of demobilization, serial numbers, and station name.
181 -* Record any observations or issues related to the instrument’s orientation, level, or any other relevant factors.
182 -)))
183 -1. (((
184 -**Final Checks and Equipment Removal**:
122 +== Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
185 185  
186 -* Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
187 -* Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
188 188  
189 -
190 -)))
125 +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.
191 191  
192 -[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
127 +[[image:/xwiki/bin/download/Instrumentation/SmartSolo%20Nodes/WebHome/1705195543887-977.png?rev=1.1||alt="1705195543887-977.png"]]
193 193  
194 -----
195 195  
196 -= **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
130 +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.
197 197  
198 -(((
199 -== 1. Preparation for Charging: ==
132 +[[image:/xwiki/bin/download/Instrumentation/SmartSolo%20Nodes/WebHome/1705195543890-537.png?rev=1.1||alt="1705195543890-537.png" data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
200 200  
201 -* 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.
202 -)))
203 203  
204 -(((
205 -== 2. Disassembling the Node: ==
135 +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.
206 206  
207 -* For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
208 -)))
137 +[[image:/xwiki/bin/download/Instrumentation/SmartSolo%20Nodes/WebHome/1705195543891-334.png?rev=1.1||alt="1705195543891-334.png" data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
209 209  
210 -(((
211 -== 3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box: ==
139 +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.
212 212  
213 -* Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
214 -)))
215 -
141 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
216 216  (((
217 -== 4. Monitoring the Charging Process: ==
218 -
219 -* 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.
220 -* 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.
143 +**Please make sure that data is exported as "COUNTS" and NOT "mV"!**
221 221  )))
222 222  
146 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
223 223  (((
224 -== 5. Updating Charge Status: ==
225 -
226 -* 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.
227 -* This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
148 +**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.**
228 228  )))
229 229  
230 -[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="299" width="530"]]
151 +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.
231 231  
153 +Now the data should be ready. Then you can select these data and right click to output the GPS information associated with them.
232 232  
155 +[[image:/xwiki/bin/download/Instrumentation/SmartSolo%20Nodes/WebHome/1705195543898-365.png?rev=1.1||alt="1705195543898-365.png" data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
233 233  
157 +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.
234 234  
235 -[[image:1706153354750-415.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="317" width="562"]]
236 -
237 -----
238 -
239 -= **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** =
240 -
241 -== Node Registration and Software Setup ==
242 -
243 -1. (((
244 -**Registering Nodes in the System**:
245 -
246 -* To begin, register the nodes in the system so the software can recognize them.
247 -* Navigate to the installation folder of “SmartSoloApps SoloLite”.
248 -* Right-click on deviceconfig.exe and choose “run as an administrator”. Save the file to the “deviceconfig” directory (refer to the snapshot below).
249 -* To avoid double registration, replace the file each time you register a new node.
159 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
160 +(((
161 +**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!
250 250  )))
251 -1. (((
252 -**Creating a New Project in SoloLite**:
253 253  
254 -* Open the “SoloLite” software.
255 -* Go to “File” and create a new project. Don't worry about finding the exact 16 nodes used in script writing.
256 -* Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
257 -)))
164 +When downloading, ensure that all metadata is saved along with the file.
258 258  
259 -== Data Downloading Process ==
166 +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.
260 260  
261 -1. (((
262 -**Initiating Data Download**:
168 +//Once downloaded, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels!//
263 263  
264 -* Once a new project is created, the Data Transfer View panel will display connected nodes with details like series number and data size.
265 -* If “Prospect not matched” appears, it simply means the new project doesn’t match the original programming project. This is not a concern.
266 -* Select all nodes and right-click to “force download”. This starts the download process.
267 -* Completed downloads will appear as new folders in the Downloaded Data panel.
268 -)))
269 -1. (((
270 -**Exporting Data in Readable Format**:
170 +== Converting data ==
271 271  
272 -* Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
273 -* Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
274 -* Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
275 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
276 -(((
277 -* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS" (int32), not "mV" (float). This is critical!**
172 +Check the data all have been converted to miniseed correctly 
278 278  
279 -* **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.**
280 -)))
281 -)))
174 +– 3 files per station per day 
282 282  
283 -== Handling Nodes During Download ==
176 +* Files are the same size (NOTE if having memory issues one or more of the components may have 0-1 kb)
177 +* ~~ 5 Gb / node / month
284 284  
285 -1. (((
286 -**Monitoring Download Indicators**:
179 +//Tick ‘R’ box on the node label//
287 287  
288 -* During download, green lights on nodes will blink, and associated red lights on the rack will flash.
289 -* Disconnect nodes properly before unplugging anything.
290 -* Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
291 -)))
292 -1. (((
293 -//**Investment in Storage Hardware**~://
294 294  
295 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
296 -(((
297 -* **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
182 +== Cleaning ==
298 298  
299 -* **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
300 -* **The USB type for the harvester is TYPE-A, the typical normal rectangular shape.**
301 -)))
302 -)))
303 -1. (((
304 -**Metadata and Time Settings**:
184 +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!
305 305  
306 -* Ensure all metadata is saved with the file.
307 -* 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.
308 -)))
309 -1. (((
310 -**Finalizing the Download**:
311 -
312 -* After downloading, mark the //"D"// box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
313 -
314 314  
315 315  )))
316 316  
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336 -----
337 -
338 -= **Cleaning** =
339 -
340 -When still connected, the nodes are water resistant (don't submerge them!) and can handle a good spray / wipe-down. A strong, non-wire brush is helpful to reach areas between the metal spikes on the bottom.
341 -
342 -= **Weights (for shipping)** =
343 -
344 -The weights of bags of nodes, as well as data harvesters and node chargers, are listed below:
345 -
346 -1 bag + 6 SP (IGU-16HR) nodes: 18 kg
347 -
348 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) data harvester: 21.5 kg
349 -
350 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) charger: 26.3 kg
351 -
352 -1 BB (BD3C-5) charger/data harvester (with and without 16 cables): 21 kg / 14.5 kg
353 -
354 -1 case + 5 BB (BD3C-5) nodes and 6 BB nodes: 22 kg / 25 kg
355 -)))
356 -
357 357  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
358 358  (((
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360 360  (((
361 361  **Contents**
362 362  
363 -{{toc/}}
364 -
365 -
196 +(% class="wikitoc" %)
197 +* [[SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node>>path:#HSmartSoloIGU16HR3C285Hz29ShortPeriodNode]]
198 +** [[Sub-paragraph>>path:#HSub-paragraph]]
199 +** [[ >>path:#H]]
200 +* [[Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node>>path:#HSmartSoloBD3C-5285second29Broad-BandNode]]
201 +** [[GPS Considerations>>path:#HGPSConsiderations]]
202 +* [[Keeping the Instruments Clean>>path:#HKeepingtheInstrumentsClean]]
203 +* [[Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping>>path:#HChargeTime2CInstrumentLife2CandChargeDuringStorage26Shipping]]
204 +* [[Best Practices and Guide>>path:#HBestPracticesandGuide]]
205 +** [[Install>>path:#HInstall]]
206 +** [[Removing/Demob>>path:#HRemoving2FDemob]]
207 +** [[Charging>>path:#HCharging]]
208 +** [[Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed>>path:#HDownloadingandConvertingDatatoMiniSeed]]
209 +** [[Converting data>>path:#HConvertingdata]]
210 +** [[Cleaning>>path:#HCleaning]]
366 366  )))
367 367  
213 +
368 368  (% class="box" %)
369 369  (((
370 370  = SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
371 371  
372 -[[image:Smartsolo IGU BD3C 5 (2).jpg]]
373 -
374 -[[image:smartsolo.jpg]]
375 -
376 376  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
377 377  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
378 378  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
379 379  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
380 380  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
381 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)(((
382 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (168.84 Wh)
383 -
384 -UN3481 PI967 S1
223 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)Li_etc XXAh
385 385  )))
386 -)))
387 387  
388 388  (% class="box" %)
389 389  (((
390 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]3C =
228 += SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]] =
391 391  
392 -[[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
393 -
394 -[[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
395 -
396 396  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
397 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)76.7 V/m/s
231 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
398 398  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
399 399  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.4 kg
400 400  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
401 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
402 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (96.48 Wh)
403 -
404 -UN3481 PI967 S2
235 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Li_etc XXAh
405 405  )))
406 -)))
407 407  
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409 -(((
410 410  
411 -
412 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]1C =
413 -
414 -
415 -[[image:Screenshot 2025-08-01 161027.png]]
416 -
417 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 413Hz
418 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)80 V/m/s
419 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)95mm(L) × 103mm(W) × 118mm
420 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)1.1 kg
421 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)8 Gb
422 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
423 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (38.48 Wh)
424 -
425 -UN3481 PI967 S2
426 426  )))
427 427  )))
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429 -(% class="box" %)
430 -(((
431 -= SmartSolo BD3C-16 Portable Battery Charger =
432 -
433 -[[image:20250729_125049.jpg]]
434 -
435 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|558 x 357 x 300mm
436 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
437 -|**Power**|1000W
438 -|**Weight**|14.5kg
439 -|**Weight with cables**|21kg
440 -)))
441 -
442 -(% class="box" id="HSmartSoloBD3C-16PortableBatteryCharger" %)
443 -(((
444 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Data Harvester =
445 -
446 -[[image:20250729_124747.jpg]]
447 -
448 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
449 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
450 -|**Power**|100W
451 -|**Weight**|21.5 - 24kg
452 -|**Slots no.**|16
453 -|**Download Speed**|20MB/sec/slot
454 -)))
455 -
456 -(% class="box" %)
457 -(((
458 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Battery Charger =
459 -
460 -[[image:20250729_124644.jpg]]
461 -
462 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
463 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
464 -|**Power**|640W
465 -|**Weight**|26.3kg
466 -|**Slots no.**|16
467 -)))
468 -
469 -(% class="box" %)
470 -(((
471 -= SmartSolo BD3C-5 Carry Case =
472 -
473 -[[image:20250729_124957.jpg]]
474 -
475 -
476 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|590 x 225 x 405mm
477 -|**Weight**|8.2kg
478 -|**Slots no.**|6
479 -)))
480 -
481 -(% class="box" %)
482 -(((
483 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 3C Carry Bag =
484 -
485 -[[image:20250729_124502.jpg]]
486 -
487 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|230 x 340 x 310mm
488 -|**Weight**|3.6kg
489 -|**Slots no.**|6
490 -)))
491 -
492 -(% class="box" %)
493 -(((
494 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 1C Carry Bag =
495 -
496 -[[image:20250729_124558.jpg]]
497 -
498 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|225 x 200 x 550mm
499 -|**Weight**|
500 -|**Slots no.**|6
501 -)))
502 -)))
503 -)))
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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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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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