Wiki source code of SmartSolo Nodes

Version 26.1 by Sima Mousavi on 2024/01/24 17:32

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17.1	5	= Node Setup =
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23.1	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
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17.1	12	== Pre-Fieldwork Preparation ==
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22.1	18	INVEST IN FAST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES – DO NOT LET THIS BE THE LIMITATION OF DATA HARVESTING
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	20	Plan on 1 Tb to store ALL data for 50 nodes @ 250 Hz and a single ~~30 day occupation
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17.1	23
18.2	24	= Installation =
17.1	25
18.2	26	=== 1- Logbook documentation ===
17.1	27
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	29	Essential Details: Record the following in a logbook:
	30
	31	* Station name
	32	* Latitude and longitude
	33	* Names of team members present
	34	* Date and local time of installation
	35	* Serial number (SN) of the sensor
	36	* Detailed notes on the site conditions and setup
	37
	38	=== 2- Node Placement ===
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18.2	41	Protection: Place nodes inside thick, landfill biodegradable plastic bags for environmental protection.
17.1	42
18.2	43	Site Analysis:
	44
	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.
18.3	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)
18.2	48
20.1	49	=== 3- GPS Considerations ===
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	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.
	53
	54	=== 4- Visibility and Location Marking ===
	55
18.2	56	Flag Placement: Position a flag, preferably in a bright color (avoid green or yellow), near the instrument to aid in its future location.
	57
	58	GPS Marking:
	59
	60	* Use a GPS device to mark the instrument's exact location.
	61	* Record this location in both your paper notes and the GPS device.
	62
20.1	63	=== (% style="color:inherit; font-family:inherit; font-size:max(18px, min(20px, 14.4444px + 0.462963vw))" %)5- Charge Time, Pre-Deployment & Post-Deployment(%%) ===
18.3	64
20.1	65	* Charging Duration: Both types of nodes take approximately 6-8 hours to fully charge from a flat state.
	66	* Pre-Deployment Charging:
	67	** Although the nodes hold their charge well, it's beneficial to give them a "top up" charge right before deployment.
	68
	69	* Operational Duration:
	70	** When recording at 250 Hz, with GPS on and Bluetooth disabled, the instruments are expected to last about 30 days per charge cycle.
	71
	72	* Post-Retrieval Charging:
	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
	76	* Storage and Shipping Charge Level:
	77	** Maintain a battery charge level of around 50-60% for both storage and shipping purposes.
	78	** This charge level is recommended to prevent battery damage and is safe for transportation.
	79
	80	=== ===
	81
	82	=== 6- Data Sharing and Metadata Creation ===
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18.3	84	GPS Data:
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	86	* Download the GPS file to a laptop.
	87	* Share this file on a drive accessible to all team members for uniform understanding of node locations.
	88
	89	Photo Sharing:
	90
	91	* Upload site photos to a shared platform (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc.).
	92	* Integrating photos into Google Maps or Google Earth can be particularly beneficial for easy location referencing.
	93
	94	Metadata File:
	95
	96	* Create a metadata XML file for each node, which is essential for data organisation and future reference.
	97
20.1	98	=== 7- Additional Best Practices ===
18.3	99
	100	* Environmental Responsibility: Ensure that the node placement and the materials used are environmentally responsible and adhere to local regulations.
	101	* Training and Familiarisation: Make sure all team members are adequately trained in using the GPS devices, compass, and other equipment to ensure consistent and accurate data collection.
	102
19.2	103	* (((
	104	==== Keeping the Instruments Clean ====
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	106	* (((
	107	Use a (landfill, not //compost//) degradable bag when installing to keep the instrument clean. This will save you many hours of time cleaning them in preparation for their return. [[Here is a video>>url:http://auspass.edu.au/field/bd3c_removal.mp4]] demonstrating its effectiveness.
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18.3	111
24.1	112	=== Seismic Station Demobilization and Documentation ===
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	114	1. (((
	115	Preparation for Demobilization:
	116
	117	* Before starting the demobilization process, ensure you have a compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook, and compass ready in your tote bag.
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	120	Locating the instrument:
	121
	122	* Use the downloaded GPS file to accurately locate the node for demobilization.
	123	* Import this KMZ file onto your phone for easy reference and location tracking.
	124	* Utilize Google Maps or Google Earth to create a KMZ file of the station’s location.
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	127	Labeling Instruments for Demobilization:
	128
	129	* Write the station name and the instrument’s serial number on a label.
	130	* Add markers 'D' (for download), 'C' (for charge), and ‘R’ (for removal) next to checkboxes on the label.
	131	* Affix this label to the top of the instrument to avoid confusion during the charging and downloading data.
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	134	Photographing the Setup Node:
	135
	136	* Take a photo of the entire setup node with the __//label//__ and __//compass visible//__.
	137	* This photo serves as a final record of the instrument’s condition and orientation at the time of removal.
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	140	Logging Demobilization Details:
	141
	142	* Use the field logbook to note the time of demobilization, serial numbers, and station name.
	143	* Record any observations or issues related to the instrument’s orientation, level, or any other relevant factors.
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	146	Final Checks and Equipment Removal:
	147
	148	* Before physically removing the instrument, double-check that all necessary data has been downloaded and all photos and notes have been taken.
	149	* Carefully dismantle and pack the equipment, ensuring that all components are accounted for and securely stored for transport.
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24.1	153
24.2	154	=== Charging Procedure for Seismic Nodes ===
24.1	155
24.2	156	1. (((
	157	Preparation for Charging:
24.1	158
24.2	159	* 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.
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	162	Disassembling the Node:
24.1	163
24.2	164	* 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.
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	167	Setting Nodes in the Charging Box:
24.1	168
24.2	169	* 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.
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	172	Monitoring the Charging Process:
24.1	173
24.2	174	* 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.
	175	* 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.
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	178	Updating Charge Status:
24.1	179
24.2	180	* 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.
	181	* This step is crucial for tracking the charging status of multiple units, especially when handling a large number of nodes.
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24.2	186	=== Downloading and Converting Seismic Data to MiniSeed Format ===
24.1	187
24.2	188	==== Node Registration and Software Setup ====
24.1	189
24.2	190	1. (((
	191	Registering Nodes in the System:
24.1	192
24.2	193	* To begin, register the nodes in the system so the software can recognize them.
	194	* Navigate to the installation folder of “SmartSoloApps SoloLite”.
	195	* Right-click on deviceconfig.exe and choose “run as an administrator”. Save the file to the “deviceconfig” directory (refer to the snapshot below).
	196	* To avoid double registration, replace the file each time you register a new node.
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	199	Creating a New Project in SoloLite:
24.1	200
24.2	201	* Open the “SoloLite” software.
	202	* Go to “File” and create a new project. Don't worry about finding the exact 16 nodes used in script writing.
	203	* Ignore the settings for seismic recordings in the subsequent window. Resetting instruments (e.g., sampling rate, gain) requires reprogramming via script.
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	205
	206	==== Data Downloading Process ====
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	209	Initiating Data Download:
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	211	* Once a new project is created, the Data Transfer View panel will display connected nodes with details like series number and data size.
	212	* If “Prospect not matched” appears, it simply means the new project doesn’t match the original programming project. This is not a concern.
	213	* Select all nodes and right-click to “force download”. This starts the download process.
	214	* Completed downloads will appear as new folders in the Downloaded Data panel.
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	217	Exporting Data in Readable Format:
	218
	219	* Go to the “Tool” menu and select “export seismic data”.
	220	* Tailor other parameters to personal preference and ensure "Sample Interval" matches the setting used during node reset.
	221	* Click “prepare” followed by “run” to start reformatting. Monitor this process in the small panel at the bottom left.
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24.4	224	* Ensure to export data as "COUNTS", not "mV".
	225	* Set "Remove Gain" to the same decibel gain as during programming (ANU usually sets this to 18 db, but double-check).
	226
24.2	227	==== Handling Nodes During Download ====
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	230	Monitoring Download Indicators:
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	232	* During download, green lights on nodes will blink, and associated red lights on the rack will flash.
	233	* Disconnect nodes properly before unplugging anything.
	234	* Be cautious: if the laptop enters sleep mode, the download will pause.
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	237	Investment in Storage Hardware:
	238
	239	* Use fast external hard drives to avoid limitations in data harvesting.
	240	* Recommended specifications: USB-C, USB 3.0, and 4+ Tb of space.
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	243	Metadata and Time Settings:
	244
	245	* Ensure all metadata is saved with the file.
	246	* 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.
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	249	Finalizing the Download:
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	251	* After downloading, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels to indicate completion.
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3.2	262	= SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node =
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	264	blahblah
	265
	266	== Sub-paragraph ==
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11.1	269	== ==
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6.3	272	= Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node =
1.1	273
6.3	274	Lorem
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14.1	276	[[image:1705196270090-364.png]]
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8.2	278
3.2	279	== GPS Considerations ==
1.1	280
3.2	281	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.
1.1	282
8.2	283	= Keeping the Instruments Clean =
1.1	284
10.1	285	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.
6.3	286
	287
	288	= Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping =
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	290	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.
	291
	292	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.
7.1	293
	294
	295	= Best Practices and Guide =
	296
7.2	297	== Install ==
7.1	298
	299	Logbook is required (used again for pick up & metadata creation)
	300
	301	- station name
	302
	303	- lat / long
	304
	305	- team members
	306
	307	- date and local time
	308
	309	- SN of sensor
	310
	311	- notes on site
	312
	313	Place nodes in thick (“landfill biodegradable”) plastic bags in the hole
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	315	Take compass measurement away from node and fences [make sure to adjust inclination angle]
	316
	317	Take many photos from the site from different angles
	318
	319	Add a precise site description to the notes such as distances and orientations from landmarks
	320
	321	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.
	322
	323	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.
	324
	325	Download the GPS (Garmin) file to a laptop and share drive to share with other GPS devices
	326
	327	Share photos in a shared location (Google photos, OneDrive, Dropbox, etc), but most useful are those added to a Google Maps/Earth location
	328
	329	Create metadata .xml file
	330
	331
7.2	332	== Removing/Demob ==
7.1	333
	334	Download and then use the GPS file to locate the node
	335
	336	Use Google Maps / Google Earth to create a kmz file that can then be imported onto your phone.
	337
	338
7.2	339	Upload photos of the site
7.1	340
	341	- station name
	342
	343	- latitude
	344
	345	- longitude
	346
	347	- elevation
	348
	349	* SN of sensor – SN of battery (optional)
7.2	350	* Site notes and name of location (e.g. Richards garden, Te Mini steam field eastern side)
7.1	351
	352	Upload photos into Google Earth and on a shared drive
	353
	354	Before removing the instrument have your compass, tape, marker, pen, clipboard, logbook and compass ready (in tote bag!).
	355
8.1	356	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.
7.1	357
	358	Take a photo of the entire setup node with the label on it + compass
	359
	360	Use existing field logbook to note time, SN and station name plus any notes – including any issues with orientation or level or anything else
	361
	362
	363	== Charging ==
	364
	365	Clean node prior to charging and harvesting the data
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	367	Remove battery (and spike) from the sensor by twisting the spike part of the instrument
	368
	369	Set 16 nodes into the charging box (spikes up)
	370
	371	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.
	372
	373	This is a good time to check the "C" box on your temporary labels to mark that the unit has been charged
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14.1	375	[[IGU 16-HRcharger (left) and harvester (right)>>image:1705195933422-337.png\|\|data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
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8.1	377
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7.2	379	== Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed ==
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	381
	382	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.
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14.1	384	[[image:1705195543887-977.png]]
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8.3	386
7.2	387	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.
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14.1	389	[[image:1705195543890-537.png\|\|data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
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8.3	391
7.2	392	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.
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14.1	394	[[image:1705195543891-334.png\|\|data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
7.2	395
8.3	396	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.
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	400	Please make sure that data is exported as "COUNTS" and NOT "mV"!
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	404	(((
	405	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.
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	408	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.
	409
7.2	410	Now the data should be ready. Then you can select these data and right click to output the GPS information associated with them.
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14.1	412	[[image:1705195543898-365.png\|\|data-xwiki-image-style-alignment="center"]]
7.2	413
	414	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.
	415
8.3	416	(% class="box infomessage" %)
	417	(((
	418	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!
	419	)))
7.2	420
	421	When downloading, ensure that all metadata is saved along with the file.
	422
8.1	423	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.
	424
	425	//Once downloaded, mark the "D" box on your temporary labels!//
	426
	427	== Converting data ==
	428
	429	Check the data all have been converted to miniseed correctly
	430
	431	– 3 files per station per day
	432
	433	* Files are the same size (NOTE if having memory issues one or more of the components may have 0-1 kb)
	434	* ~~ 5 Gb / node / month
	435
	436	//Tick ‘R’ box on the node label//
	437
	438
8.2	439	== Cleaning ==
8.1	440
	441	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!
	442
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	451	Contents
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	454	* [[SmartSolo IGU 16HR 3C (5 Hz) Short Period Node>>path:#HSmartSoloIGU16HR3C285Hz29ShortPeriodNode]]
	455	** [[Sub-paragraph>>path:#HSub-paragraph]]
	456	** [[ >>path:#H]]
	457	* [[Smart Solo BD3C-5 (5 second) Broad-Band Node>>path:#HSmartSoloBD3C-5285second29Broad-BandNode]]
	458	** [[GPS Considerations>>path:#HGPSConsiderations]]
	459	* [[Keeping the Instruments Clean>>path:#HKeepingtheInstrumentsClean]]
	460	* [[Charge Time, Instrument Life, and Charge During Storage & Shipping>>path:#HChargeTime2CInstrumentLife2CandChargeDuringStorage26Shipping]]
	461	* [[Best Practices and Guide>>path:#HBestPracticesandGuide]]
	462	** [[Install>>path:#HInstall]]
	463	** [[Removing/Demob>>path:#HRemoving2FDemob]]
	464	** [[Charging>>path:#HCharging]]
	465	** [[Downloading and Converting Data to MiniSeed>>path:#HDownloadingandConvertingDatatoMiniSeed]]
	466	** [[Converting data>>path:#HConvertingdata]]
	467	** [[Cleaning>>path:#HCleaning]]
	468	)))
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11.1	471	(% class="box" %)
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11.1	473	= SmartSolo [[BD3C-5>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-4.html]] =
12.1	474
15.1	475	[[image:Smartsolo IGU BD3C 5 (2).jpg]]
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16.1	477	[[image:smartsolo.jpg]]
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13.2	479	\|(% style="width:189px" %)Frequency Band\|(% style="width:221px" %)5 Seconds to 150Hz
	480	\|(% style="width:189px" %)Sensitivity\|(% style="width:221px" %)200 V/m/s
	481	\|(% style="width:189px" %)Size (without spike)\|(% style="width:221px" %)158 x160mm
	482	\|(% style="width:189px" %)Weight\|(% style="width:221px" %)2.8 kg
	483	\|(% style="width:189px" %)Data Storage\|(% style="width:221px" %)64 Gb
	484	\|(% style="width:189px" %)Battery\|(% style="width:221px" %)Li_etc XXAh
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12.1	487	(% class="box" %)
	488	(((
	489	= SmartSolo [[IGU-16HR>>url:https://smartsolo.com/cp-3.html]] =
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16.1	491	[[image:smartsolo node.jpg]]
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	493	[[image:smartsolo node 2.jpg]]
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13.2	495	\|(% style="width:187px" %)Frequency Band\|(% style="width:224px" %)5 Hz to 1652Hz
	496	\|(% style="width:187px" %)Sensitivity\|(% style="width:224px" %)67.7 V/m/s
	497	\|(% style="width:187px" %)Size (with spike)\|(% style="width:224px" %)103mm(L) × 95mm(W) × 187mm
16.1	498	\|(% style="width:187px" %)Weight\|(% style="width:224px" %)2.3 kg
13.2	499	\|(% style="width:187px" %)Data Storage\|(% style="width:224px" %)64 Gb
	500	\|(% style="width:187px" %)Battery\|(% style="width:224px" %)Li_etc XXAh
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