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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 supply two types of three-channel nodes, and one type of one-channel node:
7 +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
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)**
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.
10 +~*~**this needs to be reformatted
14 14  
12 +== **Pre-Fieldwork Preparation** ==
13 +
15 15  (% class="box infomessage" %)
16 16  (((
17 -**Freight update, 2026: **Freight options for lithium-ion batteries are changing in 2025/2026 to comply with updated transport safety regulations. This will impact supply of IGU 16 (<100Wh) and BD3C (168Wh) nodes. Advice will be sought from freighters on a case-by-case basis while they implement new guidelines.
18 -)))
19 -
20 -----
21 -
22 -= **Programming Defaults** =
23 -
24 -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.
25 -
26 -[[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"]]
27 -
28 -[[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"]]
29 -
30 -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.
31 -
32 -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.
33 -
34 -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.
35 -
36 -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!**
37 -
38 -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.
39 -
40 -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.
41 -
42 -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.
43 -
44 -Bluetooth (BB nodes only) should be turned OFF to conserve power.
45 -
46 -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).
47 -
48 -{{info}}
49 -**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!
50 -{{/info}}
51 -
52 -= **Fieldwork Preparation** =
53 -
54 54  (% class="box warningmessage" %)
55 55  (((
56 56  **INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING**
57 57  
58 -**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.**
59 -
60 -**We have had good experience with the 4Tb Samsung T7 Shield drives.**
20 +**Plan on 1 Tb to store ALL data for 50 nodes @ 250 Hz and a single ~~30 day occupation**
61 61  )))
22 +)))
62 62  
63 -== Magnets ==
64 -
65 -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).
66 -
67 -== Animal-Proofing ==
68 -
69 -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.
70 -
71 71  = **Installation** =
72 72  
73 -(% class="box infomessage" %)
74 -(((
75 -**Field logs are a critical component of fieldwork and this is especially the case for large N nodal deploys. Take notes!**
76 -)))
26 +=== **1- Logbook documentation** ===
77 77  
78 -== 1. Logbook documentation ==
79 -
80 80  (((
81 -**Essential Details** for field logs:
29 +**Essential Details**: Record the following in a logbook:
82 82  
83 83  * Station name
84 -* Latitude, longitude, elevation
32 +* Latitude and longitude
85 85  * Names of team members present
86 -* Date and both local & UTC time of installation/removal
87 -* Serial number (SN) of the TOP HALF of the sensor (if a BD3C-5, there is only one serial number)
88 -* 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)
34 +* Date and local time of installation
35 +* Serial number (SN) of the sensor
36 +* Detailed notes on the site conditions and setup
89 89  
90 -[[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!
91 -
92 -== 2. Node Placement ==
38 +=== **2- Node Placement** ===
93 93  )))
94 94  
95 -**Protection**: Place nodes inside (landfill) biodegradable bags to minimize cleaning and cross-site soil contamination.
41 +**Protection**: Place nodes inside thick, landfill biodegradable plastic bags for environmental protection.
96 96  
97 97  **Site Analysis**:
98 98  
99 -* **Take compass measurements away from the sensor as it will affect your measurement.**
100 -* Take photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
101 -* Include a detailed site description in your notes
45 +* Conduct compass measurements away from the node and metallic structures, adjusting for inclination angle.
46 +* Take multiple photographs from various angles to document the site setup thoroughly.
47 +* 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)
102 102  
103 -== 3. GPS Considerations ==
49 +=== **3- GPS Considerations** ===
104 104  
105 105  (% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
106 -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.
52 +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.
107 107  
108 -== 4. Visibility and Location Marking ==
54 +=== **4- Visibility and Location Marking** ===
109 109  
110 110  **Flag Placement**: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
111 111  
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114 114  * Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
115 115  * Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
116 116  
117 -== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)5. Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment(%%) ==
63 +=== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)**5- Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment**(%%) ===
118 118  
119 119  * **Charging Duration**: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
120 120  * **Pre-Deployment Charging**:
121 -** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge before deployment.
67 +** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge right before deployment.
122 122  
123 123  * **Operational Duration**:
124 -** 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.
70 +** When recording at 250 Hz, with GPS on and Bluetooth disabled, the instruments are expected to last about 30 days per charge cycle.
125 125  
126 126  * **Post-Retrieval Charging**:
127 -** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) unless they are to be immediately re-deployed.
73 +** Do not store the instruments with completely drained batteries.
74 +** After retrieval, charge the instruments to about 50-60% (indicated as "orange" level) for optimal battery health.
75 +
128 128  * **Storage and Shipping Charge Level**:
129 -** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% (e.g. "orange") for both storage and shipping purposes.
77 +** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% for both storage and shipping purposes.
130 130  ** This charge level is recommended to prevent battery damage and is safe for transportation.
131 -** Nodes should not be stored fully charged, and **they should especially not be stored with 0 charge as this damages lithium batteries.**
132 132  
133 -(((
134 -== 6. Data Sharing and Metadata Creation ==
135 -)))
80 +=== ===
136 136  
82 +=== ===
83 +
84 +=== **6- Data Sharing and Metadata Creation** ===
85 +
137 137  **GPS Data**:
138 138  
139 -* Ensure you have documented precise lat/lon locations for each station and **DOCUMENTED THIS CAREFULLY**
88 +* Download the GPS file to a laptop.
89 +* Share this file on a drive accessible to all team members for uniform understanding of node locations.
140 140  
141 141  **Photo Sharing**:
142 142  
143 -* It is strongly encouraged to take pictures of each site and upload these to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
93 +* Upload site photos to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
94 +* Integrating photos into Google Maps or Google Earth can be particularly beneficial for easy location referencing.
144 144  
145 145  **Metadata File**:
146 146  
147 -* 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.
98 +* Create a metadata XML file for each node, which is essential for data organisation and future reference.
148 148  
149 -== 7. Additional Best Practices ==
100 +=== **7- Additional Best Practices** ===
150 150  
151 -* **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.
102 +* **Environmental Responsibility**: Ensure that the node placement and the materials used are environmentally responsible and adhere to local regulations.
103 +* **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.
152 152  
153 -----
105 +* (((
106 +==== **Keeping the Instruments Clean** ====
107 +)))
108 +* (((
109 +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.
110 +)))
154 154  
155 -= **Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation** =
112 += =
156 156  
157 -1. (((
158 -**Preparation for Demobilization**:
114 += SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
159 159  
160 -* Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, masking tape, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
161 -)))
162 -1. (((
163 -**Locating the instrument**:
116 +blahblah
164 164  
165 -* Use the downloaded GPS file to accurately locate the node for demobilization.
166 -* Import this KMZ file onto your phone for easy reference and location tracking.
167 -* Utilize Google Maps or Google Earth to create a KMZ file of the station’s location.
168 -)))
169 -1. (((
170 -**Labeling Instruments for Demobilization**:
118 +== Sub-paragraph ==
171 171  
172 -* Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a masking tape label to apply to the top of the node.
173 -* Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
174 -* Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
175 -)))
176 -1. (((
177 -**Photographing the Setup Node**:
178 178  
179 -* Take a photo of the entire setup node with the __//label//__ and __//compass visible//__.
180 -* This photo serves as a final record of the instrument’s condition and orientation at the time of removal.
181 -)))
182 -1. (((
183 -**Logging Demobilization Details**:
121 +== ==
184 184  
185 -* Use the field logbook to note the time of demobilization, serial numbers, and station name.
186 -* Record any observations or issues related to the instrument’s orientation, level, or any other relevant factors.
187 -)))
188 -1. (((
189 -**Final Checks and Equipment Removal**:
190 190  
191 -* Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
192 -* Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
124 += Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
193 193  
194 -
195 -)))
126 +Lorem
196 196  
197 -[[image:1706153556166-231.jpeg||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="345" width="460"]]
128 +[[image:1705196270090-364.png]]
198 198  
199 -----
200 200  
201 -= **Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes** =
131 +== GPS Considerations ==
202 202  
203 -(((
204 -== 1. Preparation for Charging: ==
133 +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.
205 205  
206 -* 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.
207 -)))
135 += Keeping the Instruments Clean =
208 208  
209 -(((
210 -== 2. Disassembling the Node: ==
137 +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.
211 211  
212 -* For the IGU-16HR, remove the battery (bottom half) from the sensor. This is done by unscrewing the spikes counter-clockwise.
213 -)))
214 214  
215 -(((
216 -== 3. Setting Nodes in the Charging Box: ==
140 += Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping =
217 217  
218 -* Place 1-16 IGU-16HR battery components upside-down into the charger, assuring they are oriented properly.
219 -)))
142 +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.
220 220  
221 -(((
222 -== 4. Monitoring the Charging Process: ==
144 +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.
223 223  
224 -* 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.
225 -* 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.
226 -)))
227 227  
228 -(((
229 -== 5. Updating Charge Status: ==
147 += Best Practices and Guide =
230 230  
231 -* 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.
232 -* This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
233 -)))
149 +== Install ==
234 234  
235 -[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="299" width="530"]]
151 +Logbook is required (used again for pick up & metadata creation)
236 236  
153 +- station name
237 237  
155 +- lat / long
238 238  
157 +- team members
239 239  
240 -{{{
241 - }}}
159 +- date and local time
242 242  
243 -----
161 +- SN of sensor
244 244  
245 -= **Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format** =
163 +- notes on site
246 246  
247 -(% class="wikigeneratedid" %)
248 -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]]
165 +Place nodes in thick (“landfill biodegradable”) plastic bags in the hole
249 249  
250 -== Connection tips: ==
167 +Take compass measurement away from node and fences [make sure to adjust inclination angle]
251 251  
252 -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:
169 +Take many photos from the site from different angles 
253 253  
254 -* Place the node on the harvester gently, then firmly press it down onto the pins.
255 -* 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.
256 -* 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.
257 -* 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!
171 +Add a precise site description to the notes such as distances and orientations from landmarks 
258 258  
173 +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.
259 259  
175 +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.
260 260  
261 -== Node Registration and Software Setup ==
177 +Download the GPS (Garmin) file to a laptop and share drive to share with other GPS devices
262 262  
263 -1. (((
264 -**Registering Nodes in the System**:
179 +Share photos in a shared location (Google photos, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc), but most useful are those added to a Google Maps/Earth location
265 265  
266 -* To begin, register the nodes in the system so the software can recognize them.
267 -* Navigate to the installation folder of “SmartSoloApps SoloLite”.
268 -* Right-click on deviceconfig.exe and choose “run as an administrator”. Save the file to the “deviceconfig” directory (refer to the snapshot below).
269 -* To avoid double registration, replace the file each time you register a new node.
270 -)))
271 -1. (((
272 -**Creating a New Project in SoloLite**:
181 +Create metadata .xml file
273 273  
274 -* Open the “SoloLite” software.
275 -* Go to “File” and create a new project. Don't worry about finding the exact 16 nodes used in script writing.
276 -* Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
277 -)))
278 278  
279 -== File structure ==
184 +== Removing/Demob ==
280 280  
281 -There are essentially three main folders where relevant PROSPECT and PROJECT DATA is stored. Individual projects will be found as subfolders in these.
186 +Download and then use the GPS file to locate the node 
282 282  
283 -=== SOLOLITE ===
188 +Use Google Maps / Google Earth to create a kmz file that can then be imported onto your phone.  
284 284  
285 -This folder stores SoloLite config files and parameters. Nothing too important stored here, you can always start over and re-create this.
286 286  
287 -=== DCCDATA ===
191 +Upload photos of the site  
288 288  
289 -This folder stores the RAW data you have harvested from the nodes. The data will still be on the nodes (unless you erased it) in case of emergency, but regardless, this is the folder you want to back up and save somewhere.
193 +- station name
290 290  
291 -If you had a weird time harvesting a node, you can always manually copy it as if it were a USB stick and place it into this folder manually. The structure is: //C:/DCCDATA/prospect_name/project_name/SERIALNUMBER/label(usually a timestamp but can be anything)//
195 +- latitude
292 292  
293 -Then in the SoloLite software, go to tools > Reanalyze Seismic Data
197 +- longitude
294 294  
295 -=== SOLODATA ===
199 +- elevation
296 296  
297 -This folder stores **exported** (e.g. miniseed) data. It is structured similarly. If your DCCDATA is intact, this can always be re-created if need be.
201 +* SN of sensor – SN of battery (optional)
202 +* Site notes and name of location (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side) 
298 298  
204 +Upload photos into Google Earth and on a shared drive
299 299  
300 -== Data Downloading Process ==
206 +Before removing the instrument have your compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook and compass ready (in tote bag!). 
301 301  
302 -1. (((
303 -**Initiating Data Download**:
208 +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 -* Once a new project is created, the Data Transfer View panel will display connected nodes with details like series number and data size.
306 -* If “Prospect not matched” appears, it simply means the new project doesn’t match the original programming project. This is not a concern.
307 -* Select all nodes and right-click to “force download”. This starts the download process.
308 -* Completed downloads will appear as new folders in the Downloaded Data panel.
309 -)))
310 -1. (((
311 -**Exporting Data in Readable Format**:
210 +Take a photo of the entire setup node with the label on it + compass 
312 312  
313 -* Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
314 -* Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
315 -* Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
316 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
317 -(((
318 -* **Ensure to export data as "COUNTS" (int32), not "mV" (float). This is critical!**
212 +Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
319 319  
320 -* **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.**
321 -)))
322 -)))
323 323  
324 -== Smart Solo Z Polarity bug (SP nodes ONLY!) ==
215 +== Charging ==
325 325  
326 -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 in the SoloLite software or inverting the response metadata. **The BD3C-5 data does not require a polarity inversion.**
217 +Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
327 327  
328 -== 18 Leap Second bug ==
219 +Remove battery (and spike) from the sensor by twisting the spike part of the instrument
329 329  
330 -Not so much a bug as much as "a thing that can happen if your SoloLite installation is corrupted". If you notice your data has large time offsets, you should suspect that the number of leap seconds has not been accounted properly. There is a file "smartsoloconfig.xml" that needs to be present in "C:\SmartSoloApps SoloLite" (e.g. the main program directory) that dictates the leap second offset for the last two data ranges. Since 2017-01-01, this is 18 seconds. At some point in the next few years it will be 19 seconds.
221 +Set 16 nodes into the charging box (spikes up)
331 331  
332 -If this file is missing, just create a new one structured like so, name it "smartsoloconfig.xml" and put it in your main program directory. Then, Reanalyze your data (tools > Reanalyze seismic data) and your data should have the correct time. You can also do this manually, if you want. The offset is 18 seconds precisely.
223 +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.
333 333  
334 -{{code language="none"}}
335 -<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
336 -<config>
337 - <leapsecond>
338 - <interval>
339 - <start_time>2017-01-01#00:00:00</start_time>
340 - <end_time>2999-12-31#23:59:59</end_time>
341 - <second>18</second>
342 - </interval>
343 - <interval>
344 - <start_time>1970-01-01#00:00:00</start_time>
345 - <end_time>2017-01-01#00:00:00</end_time>
346 - <second>17</second>
347 - </interval>
348 - </leapsecond>
349 - <GPS_distance_threshold_degree>
350 - 4e-5
351 - </GPS_distance_threshold_degree>
352 -</config>
353 -{{/code}}
225 +This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
354 354  
227 +[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
355 355  
356 -== Handling Nodes During Download ==
357 357  
358 -1. (((
359 -**Monitoring Download Indicators**:
360 360  
361 -* During download, green lights on nodes will blink, and associated red lights on the rack will flash.
362 -* Disconnect nodes properly before unplugging anything.
363 -* Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
364 -)))
365 -1. (((
366 -//**Investment in Storage Hardware**~://
231 +== Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
367 367  
368 -* (% class="box warningmessage" %)
369 -(((
370 -* **Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.**
371 371  
372 -* **Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.**
373 -* **The USB type for the harvester is TYPE-A, the typical normal rectangular shape.**
374 -)))
375 -)))
376 -1. (((
377 -**Metadata and Time Settings**:
234 +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.
378 378  
379 -* Ensure all metadata is saved with the file.
380 -* 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.
381 -)))
382 -1. (((
383 -**Finalizing the Download**:
236 +[[image:1705195543887-977.png]]
384 384  
385 -* After downloading, mark the //"D"// box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
386 386  
387 -
388 -)))
239 +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.
389 389  
390 -[[image:1706153266647-145.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="340" width="603"]]
241 +[[image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
391 391  
392 392  
244 +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.
393 393  
394 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543887-977.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="534" width="632"]]
246 +[[image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
395 395  
248 +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.
396 396  
250 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
251 +(((
252 +**Please make sure that data is exported as "COUNTS" and NOT "mV"!**
253 +)))
397 397  
255 +(% class="box warningmessage" %)
256 +(((
257 +**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.**
258 +)))
398 398  
399 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543890-537.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="397" width="665"]]
260 +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.
400 400  
262 +Now the data should be ready. Then you can select these data and right click to output the GPS information associated with them.
401 401  
264 +[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
402 402  
403 -[[Caption>>image:1705195543891-334.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="379" width="650"]]
266 +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.
404 404  
268 +(% class="box infomessage" %)
269 +(((
270 +**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!
271 +)))
405 405  
273 +When downloading, ensure that all metadata is saved along with the file.
406 406  
407 -[[image:1705195543898-365.png||data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center" height="467" width="674"]]
275 +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.
408 408  
409 -----
277 +//Once downloaded, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels!//
410 410  
411 -= **Cleaning** =
279 +== Converting data ==
412 412  
413 -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.
281 +Check the data all have been converted to miniseed correctly 
414 414  
415 -= **Weights (for shipping)** =
283 +– 3 files per station per day 
416 416  
417 -The weights of bags of nodes, as well as data harvesters and node chargers, are listed below:
285 +* Files are the same size (NOTE if having memory issues one or more of the components may have 0-1 kb)
286 +* ~~ 5 Gb / node / month
418 418  
419 -1 bag + 6 SP (IGU-16HR) nodes: 18 kg
288 +//Tick ‘R’ box on the node label//
420 420  
421 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) data harvester: 21.5 kg
422 422  
423 -1 SP (IGU-16HR) charger: 26.3 kg
291 +== Cleaning ==
424 424  
425 -1 BB (BD3C-5) charger/data harvester (with and without 16 cables): 21 kg / 14.5 kg
293 +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!
426 426  
427 -1 case + 5 BB (BD3C-5) nodes and 6 BB nodes: 22 kg / 25 kg
295 +
428 428  )))
429 429  
298 +
430 430  (% class="col-xs-12 col-sm-4" %)
431 431  (((
432 432  (% class="box" %)
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433 433  (((
434 434  **Contents**
435 435  
436 -{{toc/}}
437 -
438 -
305 +(% class="wikitoc" %)
306 +* [[SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node>>path:#HSmartSoloIGU16HR3C285Hz29ShortPeriodNode]]
307 +** [[Sub-paragraph>>path:#HSub-paragraph]]
308 +** [[ >>path:#H]]
309 +* [[Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node>>path:#HSmartSoloBD3C-5285second29Broad-BandNode]]
310 +** [[GPS Considerations>>path:#HGPSConsiderations]]
311 +* [[Keeping the Instruments Clean>>path:#HKeepingtheInstrumentsClean]]
312 +* [[Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping>>path:#HChargeTime2CInstrumentLife2CandChargeDuringStorage26Shipping]]
313 +* [[Best Practices and Guide>>path:#HBestPracticesandGuide]]
314 +** [[Install>>path:#HInstall]]
315 +** [[Removing/Demob>>path:#HRemoving2FDemob]]
316 +** [[Charging>>path:#HCharging]]
317 +** [[Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed>>path:#HDownloadingandConvertingDatatoMiniSeed]]
318 +** [[Converting data>>path:#HConvertingdata]]
319 +** [[Cleaning>>path:#HCleaning]]
439 439  )))
440 440  
322 +
441 441  (% class="box" %)
442 442  (((
443 443  = SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
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448 448  
449 449  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
450 450  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
451 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)Φ158 x160mm(H)
333 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
452 452  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
453 453  |(% style="width:189px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
454 -|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)(((
455 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (168.84 Wh)
456 -
457 -UN3481 PI967 S1
336 +|(% style="width:189px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:221px" %)Li_etc XXAh
458 458  )))
459 -)))
460 460  
461 461  (% class="box" %)
462 462  (((
463 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]3C =
341 += SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]] =
464 464  
465 465  [[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
466 466  
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467 467  [[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
468 468  
469 469  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
470 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)76.7 V/m/s
471 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm(H)
472 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.4 kg
348 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
349 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (with spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
350 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)2.3 kg
473 473  |(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
474 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
475 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (96.48 Wh)
476 -
477 -UN3481 PI967 S2
352 +|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)Li_etc XXAh
478 478  )))
479 -)))
480 480  
481 -(% class="box" %)
482 -(((
483 483  
484 -
485 -= SmartSolo [[IGU-16>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]]1C =
486 -
487 -
488 -[[image:Screenshot 2025-08-01 161027.png]]
489 -
490 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Frequency Band**|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 413Hz
491 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Sensitivity**|(% style="width:224px" %)80 V/m/s
492 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Size (without spike)**|(% style="width:224px" %)95mm(L) × 103mm(W) × 118mm(H)
493 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Weight**|(% style="width:224px" %)1.1 kg
494 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Data Storage**|(% style="width:224px" %)8 Gb
495 -|(% style="width:187px" %)**Battery**|(% style="width:224px" %)(((
496 -Lithium-ion battery contained in equipment (38.48 Wh)
497 -
498 -UN3481 PI967 S2
499 499  )))
500 500  )))
501 -
502 -(% class="box" %)
503 -(((
504 -= SmartSolo BD3C-16 Portable Battery Charger =
505 -
506 -[[image:20250729_125049.jpg]]
507 -
508 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|558 x 357 x 300mm
509 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
510 -|**Power**|1000W
511 -|**Weight**|14.5kg
512 -|**Weight with cables**|21kg
513 -)))
514 -
515 -(% class="box" id="HSmartSoloBD3C-16PortableBatteryCharger" %)
516 -(((
517 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Data Harvester =
518 -
519 -[[image:20250729_124747.jpg]]
520 -
521 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
522 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
523 -|**Power**|100W
524 -|**Weight**|21.5 - 24kg
525 -|**Slots no.**|16
526 -|**Download Speed**|20MB/sec/slot
527 -)))
528 -
529 -(% class="box" %)
530 -(((
531 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 Portable Battery Charger =
532 -
533 -[[image:20250729_124644.jpg]]
534 -
535 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|625 x 500 x 366mm
536 -|**Input rating**|100-210V - 50/60Hz
537 -|**Power**|640W
538 -|**Weight**|26.3kg
539 -|**Slots no.**|16
540 -)))
541 -
542 -(% class="box" %)
543 -(((
544 -= SmartSolo BD3C-5 Carry Case =
545 -
546 -[[image:20250729_124957.jpg]]
547 -
548 -
549 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|590 x 225 x 405mm
550 -|**Weight**|8.2kg
551 -|**Slots no.**|6
552 -)))
553 -
554 -(% class="box" %)
555 -(((
556 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 3C Carry Bag =
557 -
558 -[[image:20250729_124502.jpg]]
559 -
560 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|230 x 340 x 310mm
561 -|**Weight**|3.6kg
562 -|**Slots no.**|6
563 -)))
564 -
565 -(% class="box" %)
566 -(((
567 -= SmartSolo IGU-16 1C Carry Bag =
568 -
569 -[[image:20250729_124558.jpg]]
570 -
571 -|**Dimensions (LxHxW)**|225 x 200 x 550mm
572 -|**Weight**|
573 -|**Slots no.**|6
574 -)))
575 -)))
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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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