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pulseEKKO PRO Table of Contents 1 Overview ............................................................................................................1 2 System Assembly .........................................................................................2 3 2.1 Connecting up the System...........................................................................3 2.2 Transducer Module Control Buttons ............................................................4 Troubleshooting ................
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Conquest DE Transducer Module 1 1-Overview Overview This manual describes how to use the Conquest DE Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) system transducer module. System Assembly & Startup: Section 2 on page 2 discusses in detail the step by step procedure for assembling the Conquest DE system and connecting the transducer module to it. Troubleshooting: Section 3 on page 5 presents some simple steps the user should go through when the transducer is not working as it should.
2-System Assembly 2 Conquest DE Transducer Module System Assembly The modular design of the Conquest DE GPR makes the system very flexible and readily fieldportable. There are three essential components to the radar system: the transducer module, the Digital Video Logger (DVL) and an AC mains power source. The transducer module is connected to the DVL via the transducer cable and the power source is connected to the DVL (Figure 2-1).
Conquest DE Transducer Module 2.1 2-System Assembly Connecting up the System Refer to Figure 2-1. a) Connect the Transducer Module to the female end of the Transducer Cable. Figure: 2-2 Connecting the Transducer Cable to the Transducer Module. b) Connect the male end of the Transducer Cable to the back of the DVL. c) Connect the Power Cable to the back of the DVL. d) Connect the 4 pin male end of the to Power Cable to AC Mains cable.
2-System Assembly 2.2 Conquest DE Transducer Module Transducer Module Control Buttons The Transducer Module has a number of buttons on the top to control data collection. The 4 arrow buttons allow the operator to scroll up, down, left and right through menus on the display monitor (DVL or other) and the Enter button selects the current option. Left, Right, Up, Down Arrow Buttons Enter Button LEDs Star Button Odometer Wheel Speaker Figure: 2-3 Features of the Transducer Module.
Conquest DE Transducer Module 3 3-Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The Transducer Module is designed to minimize user problems; however, all electronic devices are subject to possible failure. The following are troubleshooting hints if your system fails to operate. If the radar is not running properly, an error message will be displayed indicating the possible cause of the problem. Check Connections: If a problem occurs during system initialization, the first step is to check the connections.
3-Troubleshooting Conquest DE Transducer Module 2) Check the condition of the transducer cable, looking for any signs of stress or damage. Replace or repair if needed. 3) Check that the pins at the connections of the transducer cable. Make sure that they are straight and clean to ensure proper contact. If the signal is still not found, contact Sensors & Software Inc. 3.3 Contacting Sensors & Software Inc. If you develop problems with your GPR system, contact your agent or Sensors & Software Inc.
Conquest DE Transducer Module 4 4.1 4-Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance General To operate the Transducer Module equipment in a field environment, the user should exercise the normal care afforded other field instrumentation. Items that require specific maintenance procedures are listed below together with detailed descriptions of the procedures. The interior of the transmitter and receiver can become very hot very quickly if exposed to strong, direct sunlight.
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Conquest DE Transducer Appendix A: Health & Safety Certification Appendix A: Health & Safety Certification Radio frequency electromagnetic fields may pose a health hazard when the fields are intense. Normal fields have been studied extensively over the past 30 years with no conclusive epidemiology relating electromagnetic fields to health problems. Detailed discussions on the subject are contained in the references and the web sites listed below.
Appendix A: Health & Safety Certification Conquest DE Transducer References 1. Questions and answers about biological effects and potential hazards of radio-frequency electromagnetic field USA Federal Communications Commission, Office of Engineering & Technology OET Bulletin 56 (Contains many references and web sites) 2. Evaluation Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
Conquest DE Transducer Appendix B: Appendix B: GPR Emissions, Interference and Regulations GPR Emissions, Interference and Regulations All governments have regulations on the level of electromagnetic emissions that an electronic apparatus can emit. The objective is to assure that one apparatus or device does not interfere with any other apparatus or device in such a way as to make the other apparatus non-functional. Sensors & Software Inc.
Appendix B: GPR Emissions, Interference and Regulations B-1 Conquest DE Transducer FCC Regulations This device complies with Part 15 of the USA Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. Operation in the USA is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Conquest DE Transducer Appendix B: GPR Emissions, Interference and Regulations and construction does not actually result from the inspection; the intended purpose of the operation of the UWB device is to determine if construction is required. We also believe that the GPRs and wall imaging systems may be operated for one of the purposes described in the regulations but need not be operated directly by one of the described parties.
Appendix B: GPR Emissions, Interference and Regulations Conquest DE Transducer FCC GROUND PENETRATING RADAR COORDINATION NOTICE NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT INFORMATION [CONTACT NAME AND PHONE NUMBER]: AREA OF OPERATION [COUNTIES, STATES OR LARGER AREAS]: FCC ID: [E.G. QJQ-PE-PRO-TLF-A)] EQUIPMENT NOMENCLATURE: [E.G. PULSEEKKO PRO TLF-A] Send the information to: Frequency Coordination Branch., OET Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street, SW Washington, D.C.
Conquest DE Transducer B-2 Appendix B: GPR Emissions, Interference and Regulations ETSI Regulations for the EC In the European Community (EC), GPR instruments must conform to ETSI (European Technical Standards Institute) standard EN302066. Details on individual country requirements for licensing are coordinated with this standard. For more information, contact Sensors & Software’s technical staff.
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Conquest DE Transducer Appendix C: Appendix C: Instrument Compatibility Instrument Compatibility Immunity regulations place the onus on instrument/apparatus/device manufacturers to assure that extraneous interference will not unduly cause an instrument/apparatus/device to stop functioning or to function in a faulty manner. Based on independent testing house measurements, Sensors & Software Inc. systems comply with such regulations in Canada, USA, European Community and most other jurisdictions.
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Conquest DE Transducer Appendix D: Safety Around Explosive Devices Appendix D: Safety Around Explosive Devices Concerns are expressed from time to time on the hazard of GPR products being used near blasting caps and unexploded ordnance (UXO). Experience with blasting caps indicates that the power of Sensors & Software Inc.’s GPR products are not sufficient to trigger blasting caps.
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