Stream-C User manual (AR600V24H10) Massive array GPR data acquisition system Signature Date Prepared by Fabio Giannino Verified by Davide Morandi Approved by Paolo Cioce Authorized by Alberto Bicci MN/2016/011 Rev 1.
INDEX INDEX 1 2 3 4 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 1.1 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 1.
1 INTRODUCTION 4.5 Connect the electric engine battery (optional) ..................................................................................................................................................................21 4.6 Mounting the hauling kit (optional) ...................................................................................................................................................................................22 4.7 Mounting the GPS pole support (optional) ........
APPENDIX A. 1 Disclaimer INTRODUCTION This document describes the Stream-C radar system, and it refers to the concepts the user should learn before initiating the utilization of this device. Therefore it is recommended to carefully reading the entire document before starting the system. This manual contains a complete description of the Stream-C radar system, detailing the assembly procedure, and the general operating procedures of the system. 1.
APPENDIX A. 2 Disclaimer HOW TO READ THE MANUAL To keep on mind 2.1 MANUAL LAYOUT 2.3 GLOSSARY & ACRONYMS This manual is composed of several parts. After an Introduction, the first part describes the device and its components, with the explanation of the main features. DAD: Digital Antenna Device The second part shows the procedure to install the device and how to configure it correctly (Assembly Procedure).
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer To keep on mind 2.4 DEFINITIONS Raw data: unprocessed data obtained during a field survey. Maps: graphics showing the change in received radar signal with respect to the scanning direction. Survey: the name given to a collection of acquisitions, which together cover all the areas of a large investigation: typically an entire town or a large urban area. Scan: a single movement of the antenna trolley from the beginning to the end of a pre-established path.
APPENDIX A. 3 Disclaimer STREAM-C HARDWARE DESCRIPTION 3.1 General The Stream-C system is composed by the following parts: Stream-C main body Laptop (with One Vision data acquisition software) Battery(s) Battery charger Accessories o GPS support o Hauling kit o Electric motor kit This chapter contains the description of the above listed parts. The whole system is shown in Fig. 3.1 (actual picture), and Fig. 3.2 (Sketch).
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Battery cover Left Cover Left Cover Front Cover Laptop support Wheel Blockage system 3.1.2 Antenna The Stream-C System deploys an antenna with 34 channels (Fig. 3.3). The antenna box is 120cm wide, 20cm high, and 57cm deep. Its weight is 20Kg, and its power consumption equals 60W. Main Frame Fig. 3.2 – Sketch of the Stream-C and its main components Fig. 3.3 – Sketch of the Stream-C antenna 3.1.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Fig. 3.4 – The command to adjust the antenna height 3.1.3 Control unit The Control Unit, or DAD, is the central part of the system because it communicates with the antenna, the laptop and the encoder, making all the systems work together. Fig. 3.5 – DAD unit 3.1.4 Encoder The Stream-C employs one encoder for collecting distance data, and this is positioned inside the rear left wheel (Fig. 3.6).
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Fig. 3.7 – The Stream-C Handle Fig. 3.6 – The encoder (red arrow) 3.1.5 Handle The Stream-C handle is an ergonomic and adjustable bar (Fig. 3.7), whose orientation can be adjusted both in height and inclination. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. The Laptop support is mounted on top of the handle bar (see par. 3.1.7). The Handle bar also contains the Ethernet cable that goes to the laptop (Fig. 3.8). MN/2016/011 Rev 1.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Fig. 3.8 – Ethernet cable plug on the handle (red circle) Fig. 3.9 – The position of the batteries powering the electric motor to operate the system (red arrows) 3.1.6 Wheels The Stream-C is a three wheeled system and comes into two versions: one is only manually operated and one is electric motor-assisted (optional), powered by two batteries lodged in the rear part of the Stream –C main body (Fig. 3.9). The manually operated version, can be upgraded into a motorized one.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer 3.1.8 Wheel Blockage system A system to lock/unlock the system is mounted on the rear right wheel of the system to secure the stop position when the system is in non-operative mode (Fig. 3.12). Fig. 3.10 – Pivoting wheel blocking gear (red circle) 3.1.7 Laptop support The inclination of the Laptop support can be adjusted to achieve the best viewing angle for the user (Fig. 3.11).
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer However, for an optimal performance we recommend the following requirements: 1. Connect the laptop to internet (the user should set the IP address to dynamic for this operation); 2. Open an internet browser and go to http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect; 3. Install the updated drivers; 4. Change again the IP address to the original one. Processor: i5 1.7 GHz RAM: 2GB Graphic adapter compatible with Open GL 2 or newer Screen resolution: 1024 X 786 3.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer 3.4 Battery charger The battery charger is composed of two parts: a small cable to connect the battery to the charger and the battery charger itself, to be connected to the electricity mains at AC 110/220 (see Fig. 3.15). 3.5 Accessories 3.5.1 GPS Support The GPS support can be easily mounted on the radar main body (rear left part) and holds the GPS pole (see Fig. 3.16). Fig. 3.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer 3.5.2 Hauling Kit The Stream-C system can also be provided with an optional kit to pull the system by a vehicle (Fig. 3.17). Fig. 3.17 – The Hauling kit In this case, the handle is maintained in the folded position, and a remote control (Fig. 3.18) is connected to the handle (Fig. 3.19) to move the antenna up and down. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. Fig. 3.18 – The Antenna height remote control Fig. 3.19 – The remote control connector to the handle (red arrow) 3.5.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer 4 Assembly procedure The procedure to assemble the Stream-C is very simple and can be performed by one person. To assemble the system follow these steps: 1. Unfolding the radar main body (Par. 4.1); 2. Connecting the antenna (Par. 4.2) 3. Connecting the battery (Par. 4.3) 4. Connecting the laptop (Par 4.4); 5. Connecting the Electric Engine battery (Optional, Par. 4.5); 6. Mounting the Hauling kit support (optional, Par. 4.6); 7. Mounting the GPS support (optional, Par. 4.7. Fig.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Fig. 4.2 – Handle bar and laptop support height regulation buttons The inclination of the laptop support can be changed opening the two horizontal locks (red squares) on its sides (Fig. 4.3). Fig. 4.1 – Unfolding the Stream-C through the button into the red square The user can also adjust the height of the handle bar and laptop support, by using the two vertical buttons (red square) in the upper part of the rudder (Fig. 4.2). IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2016/011 Rev 1.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer possible hazardous situation In performing this operating pay attention not to pinch fingers between the main body of Stream-C, and the antenna body. Fig. 4.3 – Laptop support inclination regulation 4.2 Connect the antenna To connect the antenna with the main body of the system, pull up the front of the frame (Fig. 4.4), and lay it gently on top of the antenna, paying attention not to damage any part of the connectors.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Fig. 4.7 – Connecting antenna cable Fig. 4.5 – Connecting the battery cable Fig. 4.8 – Connecting the wheel cable to the DAD Fig. 4.6 – Connecting the LAN cable IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2016/011 Rev 1.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer 4.3 Connect the battery To connect the main battery, open from the rear toward the front of the system, the battery housing cover between the two arms of the handle, and then connect the male/female connectors between the battery and the battery housing (Fig. 4.11). Fig. 4.9 – Connecting the second power cable to the antenna Fig. 4.11 – Connecting the main battery (male/female connectors are in the red circle) 4.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Fig. 4.12 – connecting the laptop through the LAN cable (red circle) Fig. 4.13 – c 4.5 Connect the electric engine battery (optional) The batteries powering the electric engine moving the system, are housed at the rear part of Stream-C (Fig. 4.13), and connected to it through two connectors (Fig. 4.14). To connect the batteries, just slide the metal part of the support bag of the batteries from top to bottom of the frame. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2016/011 Rev 1.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer onnecting the electric engine batteries (optional, red arrows) 4.6 Mounting the hauling kit (optional) An optional hauling system is also available with Stream-C. The system is operated by hooking one end of the hauling system (part “A” of Fig. 4.15) to the vehicle, and joining the opposite end to the frame of the pivoting wheel of the frame (“B” in Fig. 4.15). In this case, the handle must be in folded position, as shown in Fig. 4.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer 4.7 Mounting the GPS pole support (optional) 5 An optional GPS pole support can easily be mounted at the left rear side of the main frame (Fig. 4.16). To do this, just slide the metal part of the support from left to right of the frame. As the Stream-C system can be operated with a GNSS to position the scans in real time without the need of creating a grid, the operator should consider the following requirements relating to the positioning device: GPS requirements 1.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer deviation from the above either, inflate the tires and/or replace it, as deemed. 6.2 Battery Removal Information Laptop Batteries: For the battery removal instruction, please do refer to the PC user’ manual. 7 IDS On-line assistance Radar batteries: 7.1 Download area Manufacturer: FIAMM FG21202 / SAFT MP176065 Type: Rechargeable lead acid / rechargeable lithium-ion Characteristics: 12V & 12Ah / 15V & 6.8Ah Removal instructions: .1 .
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer The request will be handled by the Customer Care of IDS, then the user will receive an email with its credentials to access the download area, that he has to enter in https://www.idscorporation.com/georadar/moreinformation/georadar-customer-area-logged/customer-area-login. 7.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Clicking Submit, the following page appears showing a downloading bar. The session starts as soon as the download is complete. (see Fig. 7.4). Fig. 7.2 – IDS e-mail sent to the client Clicking on the link in the email, the following window appears. Insert the user data into the form (see Fig. 7.3). Fig. 7.4 – Webex Set up window As shown in the following screen (see Fig. 7.5) the user is given a console, containing the Chat, Video and Leave Session commands. Fig. 7.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer Fig. 7.6 – Command acceptance window Fig. 7.5 - Welcome to Webex Support Center window At this point, IDS Customer Care can perform a range of operations on the user desktop: Request control of the desktop using the Request Control command; Give the user control of the IDS desktop using the Share Control command; Request to display the remote desktop using Request View; Share the visualization of the IDS desktop using Share View.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer APPENDIX A DISCLAIMER 1. i. ii. iii. 1. i. ii. iii. Generals. The present Disclaimer applies to all products (the “Products”) designed, produced and distributed by Ingegneria Dei Sistemi SpA - Georadar Division (“IDS”), its Subsidiaries, Affiliated and authorized Distributors. IDS reserves full ownership and intellectual property rights of any “Information” contained in this Disclaimer including Trade Marks and Graphics.
APPENDIX A. Disclaimer characteristics non in compliance with the required specifications of IDS on not expressly authorized by IDS. f. Poor or faulty operation of the electrical and telecommunication networks not directly managed by IDS or its delegates. g. Poor or faulty operation Software/Hardware of the third parties connected with IDS Equipment. h. Poor or faulty operation of the Products due to Software Virus which infected the Products after their delivery. i.
APPENDIX B. Warranty APPENDIX B WARRANTY A. h Standard Warranty Conditions 1. IDS Ingegneria dei Sistemi S.p.A, (hereinafter referred to as IDS or Seller), warrants that its products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, for a period of 12 months from the delivery date duly registered and certified (“Effective Date”) in the “Warranty Registration Form” enclosed hereto.
APPENDIX B. 2. Warranty IBIS Product Family is subject to export/import regulations as per EU export control regime Council Regulation (EC) No. 428/2009 and successive amendments. The category of exportation for IBIS F product family is 6A008.d.
APPENDIX C. Technical Specification APPENDIX C TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION AR600V24H10 antenna SPECS Lenght Width Height Weight Enclosure Class Temperature Range Input voltage range Power Consumption External Fuse LAN IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. 1200 mm 570 mm 200 mm 20 kg IP 65 -10 °C ÷ + 40 °C 100 ÷ 240 V AC 60 W 20 A ATO RJ 45 10 ÷ 100 Mbit MN/2016/011 Rev 1.
INDEX APPENDIX D RECYCLING APPENDIX E CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN REGULATION CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN REGULATIONS The equipment conforms to the following requirements set by EC regulations, including subsequent modifications, and to the legislation set by the member states that implement these regulations: RECYCLING The crossed out wheeled bin symbol shown on the equipment indicates that the product must be recycled separately from other waste at the end of its useful life.
APPENDIX D. IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE US CUSTOMER APPENDIX F IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE US CUSTOMER nomenclature of the UWB device. This material shall be submitted to the following address: FCC ID: UFW-AR600V24H10 Frequency Coordination Branch., OET This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules: Federal Communications Commission Operation is subject to the following conditions: 445 12th Street, SW 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and Washington, D.C. 20554 2.
APPENDIX D. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS APPENDIX G IMPORTANT NOTE FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE CANADIAN CUSTOMERS IC Certification Number: 8991A – AR600V24H10 RADIO-FREQUENCY EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE This product operated is usually operated at least 1 m from the operator. This device complies with the requirements of IC Standard RSS-220 This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only when in contact with or within 1 m of the ground.
APPENDIX D. CONTACTS APPENDIX H CONTACTS IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. Via Enrica Calabresi, 24 – Loc. Montacchiello 56121 PISA - ITALY Tel: +39.050.312411 Fax: +39.050.3124205 commercialoffice@idsgeoradar.com Customer Care department: customercare.gpr@idsgeoradar.com Tel.: +39.050.3124356 Sales & Marketing department: sales.gpr@idsgeoradar Tel.: +39.050.3124352 IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2016/011 Rev 1.
