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3 3  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-8" %)
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5 -= **Node Types** =
5 += **SmartSolo Node Types and Procedures** =
6 6  
7 -ANSIR carry two types of three-channel nodes, and one type of one-channel node:
7 +**SmartSolo Node Variants:**
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 +* **SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node**
10 +* **SmartSolo BD3C-5 (5-second) Broad-Band Node**
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.
12 +The installation, demobilization, and data downloading procedures for both types of SmartSolo nodes – the IGU 16HR 3C Short Period Node and the BD3C-5 Broad-Band Node – are largely similar.
14 14  
14 +This uniformity in process ensures ease of operation across different node types, allowing for a streamlined approach in fieldwork and data management.
15 +
15 15  ----
16 16  
17 -= **Programming Defaults** =
18 += **Node Setup** =
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.
20 +Short term (~~30 day) battery powered nodes. The default gain should be 24 db for the 16HR-3C and 6 db for the BD3C-5
20 20  
21 -[[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"]]
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"]]
23 +~*~**this needs to be reformatted
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.
25 +== **Pre-Fieldwork Preparation** ==
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.
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.
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!**
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.
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 -
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.
38 -
39 -Bluetooth (BB nodes only) should be turned OFF to conserve power.
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).
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 -
47 -= **Fieldwork Preparation** =
48 -
27 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
28 +(((
49 49  (% class="box warningmessage" %)
50 50  (((
51 51  **INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**
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.**
54 -
55 -**We have had good experience with the 4Tb Samsung T7 Shield drives.**
33 +**Plan on 1 Tb to store ALL data for 50 nodes @ 250 Hz and a single ~~30 day occupation**
56 56  )))
35 +)))
57 57  
58 -== Magnets ==
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).
61 -
62 -== Animal-Proofing ==
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.
65 -
66 66  = **Installation** =
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 -)))
39 +=== **1- Logbook documentation** ===
72 72  
73 -== 1. Logbook documentation ==
74 -
75 75  (((
76 -**Essential Details** for field logs:
42 +**Essential Details**: Record the following in a logbook:
77 77  
78 78  * Station name
79 -* Latitude, longitude, elevation
45 +* Latitude and longitude
80 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)
47 +* Date and local time of installation
48 +* Serial number (SN) of the sensor
49 +* Detailed notes on the site conditions and setup
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!
86 -
87 -== 2. Node Placement ==
51 +=== **2- Node Placement** ===
88 88  )))
89 89  
90 -**Protection**: Place nodes inside (landfill) biodegradable bags to minimize cleaning and cross-site soil contamination.
54 +**Protection**: Place nodes inside thick, landfill biodegradable plastic bags for environmental protection.
91 91  
92 92  **Site Analysis**:
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
58 +* Conduct compass measurements away from the node and metallic structures, adjusting for inclination angle.
59 +* Take multiple photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
60 +* 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)
97 97  
98 -== 3. GPS Considerations ==
62 +=== **3- GPS Considerations** ===
99 99  
100 100  (% 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.
65 +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.
102 102  
103 -== 4. Visibility and Location Marking ==
67 +=== **4- Visibility and Location Marking** ===
104 104  
105 105  **Flag Placement**: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
106 106  
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109 109  * Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
110 110  * Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
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(%%) ==
76 +=== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)**5- Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment**(%%) ===
113 113  
114 114  * **Charging Duration**: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
115 115  * **Pre-Deployment Charging**:
116 -** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge before deployment.
80 +** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge right before deployment.
117 117  
118 118  * **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.
83 +** When recording at 250 Hz, with GPS on and Bluetooth disabled, the instruments are expected to last about 30 days per charge cycle.
120 120  
121 121  * **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.
86 +** Do not store the instruments with completely drained batteries.
87 +** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) for optimal battery health.
88 +
123 123  * **Storage and Shipping Charge Level**:
124 -** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% (e.g. "orange") for both storage and shipping purposes.
90 +** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% for both storage and shipping purposes.
125 125  ** 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.**
127 127  
128 -(((
129 -== 6. Data Sharing and Metadata Creation ==
93 +=== ===
94 +
95 +* (((
96 +=== **6- Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ===
130 130  )))
131 131  
132 132  **GPS Data**:
133 133  
134 -* Ensure you have documented precise lat/lon locations for each station and **DOCUMENTED THIS CAREFULLY**
101 +* Download the GPS file to a laptop.
102 +* Share this file on a drive accessible to all team members for uniform understanding of node locations.
135 135  
136 136  **Photo Sharing**:
137 137  
138 -* It is strongly encouraged to take pictures of each site and upload these to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
106 +* Upload site photos to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
107 +* Integrating photos into Google Maps or Google Earth can be particularly beneficial for easy location referencing.
139 139  
140 140  **Metadata File**:
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.
111 +* Create a metadata XML file for each node, which is essential for data organisation and future reference.
143 143  
144 -== 7. Additional Best Practices ==
113 +=== **7- Additional Best Practices** ===
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.
115 +* **Environmental Responsibility**: Ensure that the node placement and the materials used are environmentally responsible and adhere to local regulations.
116 +* **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.
147 147  
118 +* (((
119 +==== **Keeping the Instruments Clean** ====
120 +)))
121 +* (((
122 +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.
123 +)))
124 +
148 148  ----
149 149  
150 -= **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** =
127 +=== **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** ===
151 151  
152 152  1. (((
153 153  **Preparation for Demobilization**:
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.
132 +* Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
156 156  )))
157 157  1. (((
158 158  **Locating the instrument**:
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164 164  1. (((
165 165  **Labeling Instruments for Demobilization**:
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.
144 +* Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a label.
168 168  * Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
169 169  * Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
170 170  )))
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189 189  
190 190  )))
191 191  
192 -[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
169 +[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
193 193  
194 194  ----
195 195  
196 -= **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
173 +=== **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** ===
197 197  
198 -(((
199 -== 1. Preparation for Charging: ==
175 +1. (((
176 +**Preparation for Charging**:
200 200  
201 201  * 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.
202 202  )))
180 +1. (((
181 +**Disassembling the Node**:
203 203  
204 -(((
205 -== 2. Disassembling the Node: ==
206 -
207 -* For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
183 +* Carefully remove the battery and the spike from the sensor. This is typically done by twisting the spike part of the instrument to release these components.
208 208  )))
185 +1. (((
186 +**Setting Nodes in the Charging Box**:
209 209  
210 -(((
211 -== 3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box: ==
212 -
213 -* Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
188 +* Place up to 16 nodes into the charging box, arranging them with the spikes pointing upwards. This configuration is essential for proper connection and efficient charging.
214 214  )))
190 +1. (((
191 +**Monitoring the Charging Process**:
215 215  
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.
193 +* Once the nodes are set in the charging box and the charging process begins, red lights adjacent to the batteries will illuminate. These lights indicate that charging is underway.
194 +* 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.
221 221  )))
196 +1. (((
197 +**Updating Charge Status**:
222 222  
223 -(((
224 -== 5. Updating Charge Status: ==
225 -
226 226  * 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.
227 227  * This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
228 228  )))
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236 236  
237 237  ----
238 238  
239 -= **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** =
212 +=== **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** ===
240 240  
241 -(% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
242 -SmartSolo provides the following powerpoint for SmartSolo node programming and operation. Note that ANSIR only uses a portion of their process for our own uses: [[https:~~/~~/nappe.wustl.edu/smartsolo/files/smartsolo_online_training.pdf>>url:https://nappe.wustl.edu/smartsolo/files/smartsolo_online_training.pdf]]
214 +==== **Node Registration and Software Setup** ====
243 243  
244 -== Connection tips: ==
245 -
246 -Connecting SmartSolo nodes to their harvesters and having SoloLite recognise them can be a bit tricky, here are some tricks to help register and program them easier:
247 -
248 -* Place the node on the harvester gently, then firmly press it down onto the pins.
249 -* Place all nodes onto the harvester before trying any troubleshooting, as they may not show up while the SoloLite software is running. Once all are connected, try restarting the software for them to be recognised.
250 -* If a node is refusing to connect, try it with another slot. It is easiest if you place all 16 nodes on the harvester, and swap any nodes that refuse to connect with each other.
251 -* Nodes will likely not show up in the order that they should, though this is not an issue. E.g, a node in slot 6 on the harvester may show up in port 13 in the SoloLite software. Annoying, but it doesn't matter so long as you keep track of what's been harvested!
252 -
253 -
254 -
255 -== Node Registration and Software Setup ==
256 -
257 257  1. (((
258 258  **Registering Nodes in the System**:
259 259  
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270 270  * Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
271 271  )))
272 272  
273 -== Data Downloading Process ==
232 +==== **Data Downloading Process** ====
274 274  
275 275  1. (((
276 276  **Initiating Data Download**:
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288 288  * Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
289 289  * (% class="box warningmessage" %)
290 290  (((
291 -* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS" (int32), not "mV" (float). This is critical!**
250 +* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS", not "mV".**
292 292  
293 -* **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.**
252 +* **Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming (ANU usually sets this to 18 db, but double-check).**
294 294  )))
295 295  )))
296 296  
297 -== Smart Solo Z Polarity bug ==
256 +==== **Handling Nodes During Download** ====
298 298  
299 -See [[https:~~/~~/auspass.edu.au/xwiki/bin/view/Data/AusPass%20Data/#HSmartSoloNodeZPolaritybug>>https://auspass.edu.au/xwiki/bin/view/Data/AusPass%20Data/#HSmartSoloNodeZPolaritybug]] for discussion. If data is headed to AusPass, we prefer to invert the IGU-16HR 3 Z channel data manually rather than invert the response metadata. The BD3C-5 data does not require a polarity inversion.
300 -
301 -== Handling Nodes During Download ==
302 -
303 303  1. (((
304 304  **Monitoring Download Indicators**:
305 305  
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315 315  * **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
316 316  
317 317  * **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
318 -* **The USB type for the harvester is TYPE-A, the typical normal rectangular shape.**
319 319  )))
320 320  )))
321 321  1. (((
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353 353  
354 354  ----
355 355  
356 -= **Cleaning** =
310 +=== **Cleaning** ===
357 357  
358 -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.
312 +**Procedure for Seismic Nodes:**
359 359  
360 -= **Weights (for shipping)** =
314 +* 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!
361 361  
362 -The weights of bags of nodes, as well as data harvesters and node chargers, are listed below:
316 += =
363 363  
364 -1 bag + 6 SP (IGU-16HR) nodes: 18 kg
318 += SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
365 365  
366 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) data harvester: 21.5 kg
320 +blahblah
367 367  
368 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) charger: 26.3 kg
322 +== Sub-paragraph ==
369 369  
370 -1 BB (BD3C-5) charger/data harvester (with and without 16 cables): 21 kg / 14.5 kg
371 371  
372 -1 case + 5 BB (BD3C-5) nodes and 6 BB nodes: 22 kg / 25 kg
373 -)))
325 +== [[image:1705196270090-364.png]] ==
374 374  
375 -(% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
376 -(((
377 -(% class="box" %)
378 -(((
379 -**Contents**
380 380  
381 -{{toc/}}
328 += Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
382 382  
383 -
384 -)))
330 +Lorem
385 385  
386 -(% class="box" %)
387 -(((
388 -= SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
389 389  
390 -[[image:Smartsolo IGU BD3C 5 (2).jpg]]
333 +== GPS Considerations ==
391 391  
392 -[[image:smartsolo.jpg]]
335 +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.
393 393  
394 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
395 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
396 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)Φ158 x160mm(H)
397 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
398 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
399 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)(((
400 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (168.84 Wh)
337 += Keeping the Instruments Clean =
401 401  
402 -UN3481 PI967 S1
403 -)))
404 -)))
339 +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.
405 405  
406 -(% class="box" %)
407 -(((
408 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]3C =
409 409  
410 -[[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
342 += Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping =
411 411  
412 -[[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
344 +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.
413 413  
414 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
415 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)76.7 V/m/s
416 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm(H)
417 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.4 kg
418 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
419 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
420 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (96.48 Wh)
346 +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.
421 421  
422 -UN3481 PI967 S2
423 -)))
424 -)))
425 425  
426 -(% class="box" %)
427 -(((
428 -
349 += Best Practices and Guide =
429 429  
430 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]1C =
351 +== Install ==
431 431  
353 +Logbook is required (used again for pick up & metadata creation)
432 432  
433 -[[image:Screenshot 2025-08-01 161027.png]]
355 +- station name
434 434  
435 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 413Hz
436 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)80 V/m/s
437 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)95mm(L) × 103mm(W) × 118mm(H)
438 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)1.1 kg
439 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)8 Gb
440 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
441 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (38.48 Wh)
357 +- lat / long
442 442  
443 -UN3481 PI967 S2
444 -)))
445 -)))
359 +- team members
446 446  
447 -(% class="box" %)
448 -(((
449 -= SmartSolo BD3C-16 Portable Battery Charger =
361 +- date and local time
450 450  
451 -[[image:20250729_125049.jpg]]
363 +- SN of sensor
452 452  
453 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|558 x 357 x 300mm
454 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
455 -|**Power**|1000W
456 -|**Weight**|14.5kg
457 -|**Weight with cables**|21kg
365 +- notes on site
366 +
367 +Place nodes in thick (“landfill biodegradable”) plastic bags in the hole
368 +
369 +Take compass measurement away from node and fences [make sure to adjust inclination angle]
370 +
371 +Take many photos from the site from different angles 
372 +
373 +Add a precise site description to the notes such as distances and orientations from landmarks 
374 +
375 +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.
376 +
377 +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.
378 +
379 +Download the GPS (Garmin) file to a laptop and share drive to share with other GPS devices
380 +
381 +Share photos in a shared location (Google photos, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc), but most useful are those added to a Google Maps/Earth location
382 +
383 +Create metadata .xml file
384 +
385 +
386 +== Removing/Demob ==
387 +
388 +Download and then use the GPS file to locate the node 
389 +
390 +Use Google Maps / Google Earth to create a kmz file that can then be imported onto your phone.  
391 +
392 +
393 +Upload photos of the site  
394 +
395 +- station name
396 +
397 +- latitude
398 +
399 +- longitude
400 +
401 +- elevation
402 +
403 +* SN of sensor – SN of battery (optional)
404 +* Site notes and name of location (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side) 
405 +
406 +Upload photos into Google Earth and on a shared drive
407 +
408 +Before removing the instrument have your compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook and compass ready (in tote bag!). 
409 +
410 +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.
411 +
412 +Take a photo of the entire setup node with the label on it + compass 
413 +
414 +Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
415 +
416 +[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
417 +
418 +
419 +== Charging ==
420 +
421 +Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
422 +
423 +Remove battery (and spike) from the sensor by twisting the spike part of the instrument
424 +
425 +Set 16 nodes into the charging box (spikes up)
426 +
427 +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.
428 +
429 +This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
430 +
431 +
432 +
433 +== Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
434 +
435 +
436 +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.
437 +
438 +[[image:1705195543887-977.png]]
439 +
440 +
441 +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.
442 +
443 +[[image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
444 +
445 +
446 +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.
447 +
448 +[[image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
449 +
450 +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.
451 +
452 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
453 +(((
454 +**Please make sure that data is exported as "COUNTS" and NOT "mV"!**
458 458  )))
459 459  
460 -(% class="box" id="HSmartSoloBD3C-16PortableBatteryCharger" %)
457 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
461 461  (((
462 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Data Harvester =
459 +**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.**
460 +)))
463 463  
464 -[[image:20250729_124747.jpg]]
462 +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.
465 465  
466 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
467 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
468 -|**Power**|100W
469 -|**Weight**|21.5 - 24kg
470 -|**Slots no.**|16
471 -|**Download Speed**|20MB/sec/slot
472 -)))
464 +Now the data should be ready. Then you can select these data and right click to output the GPS information associated with them.
473 473  
474 -(% class="box" %)
466 +[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
467 +
468 +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.
469 +
470 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
475 475  (((
476 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Battery Charger =
472 +**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!
473 +)))
477 477  
478 -[[image:20250729_124644.jpg]]
475 +When downloading, ensure that all metadata is saved along with the file.
479 479  
480 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
481 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
482 -|**Power**|640W
483 -|**Weight**|26.3kg
484 -|**Slots no.**|16
477 +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.
478 +
479 +//Once downloaded, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels!//
480 +
481 +== Converting data ==
482 +
483 +Check the data all have been converted to miniseed correctly 
484 +
485 +– 3 files per station per day 
486 +
487 +* Files are the same size (NOTE if having memory issues one or more of the components may have 0-1 kb)
488 +* ~~ 5 Gb / node / month
489 +
490 +//Tick ‘R’ box on the node label//
491 +
492 +
493 +== Cleaning ==
494 +
495 +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!
496 +
497 +
485 485  )))
486 486  
500 +
501 +(% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
502 +(((
487 487  (% class="box" %)
488 488  (((
489 -= SmartSolo BD3C-5 Carry Case =
505 +**Contents**
490 490  
491 -[[image:20250729_124957.jpg]]
492 -
493 -
494 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|590 x 225 x 405mm
495 -|**Weight**|8.2kg
496 -|**Slots no.**|6
507 +(% class="wikitoc" %)
508 +* [[SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node>>path:#HSmartSoloIGU16HR3C285Hz29ShortPeriodNode]]
509 +** [[Sub-paragraph>>path:#HSub-paragraph]]
510 +** [[ >>path:#H]]
511 +* [[Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node>>path:#HSmartSoloBD3C-5285second29Broad-BandNode]]
512 +** [[GPS Considerations>>path:#HGPSConsiderations]]
513 +* [[Keeping the Instruments Clean>>path:#HKeepingtheInstrumentsClean]]
514 +* [[Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping>>path:#HChargeTime2CInstrumentLife2CandChargeDuringStorage26Shipping]]
515 +* [[Best Practices and Guide>>path:#HBestPracticesandGuide]]
516 +** [[Install>>path:#HInstall]]
517 +** [[Removing/Demob>>path:#HRemoving2FDemob]]
518 +** [[Charging>>path:#HCharging]]
519 +** [[Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed>>path:#HDownloadingandConvertingDatatoMiniSeed]]
520 +** [[Converting data>>path:#HConvertingdata]]
521 +** [[Cleaning>>path:#HCleaning]]
497 497  )))
498 498  
524 +
499 499  (% class="box" %)
500 500  (((
501 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 3C Carry Bag =
527 += SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
502 502  
503 -[[image:20250729_124502.jpg]]
529 +[[image:Smartsolo IGU BD3C 5 (2).jpg]]
504 504  
505 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|230 x 340 x 310mm
506 -|**Weight**|3.6kg
507 -|**Slots no.**|6
531 +[[image:smartsolo.jpg]]
532 +
533 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
534 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
535 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
536 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
537 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
538 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)Li_etc XXAh
508 508  )))
509 509  
510 510  (% class="box" %)
511 511  (((
512 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 1C Carry Bag =
543 += SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]] =
513 513  
514 -[[image:20250729_124558.jpg]]
545 +[[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
515 515  
516 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|225 x 200 x 550mm
517 -|**Weight**|
518 -|**Slots no.**|6
547 +[[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
548 +
549 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
550 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
551 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
552 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.3 kg
553 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
554 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Li_etc XXAh
519 519  )))
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557 +
520 520  )))
521 521  )))
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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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