t RT System 2 D ra f Deployment Guide June 21, 2012 Part Number: 90-0018 R00.
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Table of Contents 1.1. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 About this Guide . . . . . . . Who Should Use this Guide Related Documents . . . . . Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 Setting up the Backhaul Equipment . Installing Two Radios on the Mast . . Removing the Backhaul Equipment . Use Cases or Example Deployments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 . 53 . 54 . 54 4.4. Demobilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 4.
Table of Contents 8.3 LIU de batterie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 A.A. Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 A.1 FCC Rules and Regulations Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 A.2 Industry Canada Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 B.B. l'information juridique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 B.
List of Figures List of Figures WRU ............................................................................................. 13 LIU ............................................................................................... 14 WRU with Geophone........................................................................ 15 Assembling WRUs ........................................................................... 16 Battery Latch .........................................................................
List of Figures 6–2 6–3 7–1 7–2 7–3 E–1 E–2 Troubleshooting – Check LIU.............................................................64 Troubleshooting – Check Fluidmesh Radios .........................................64 Example Battery Shipping Label ........................................................69 Battery Charger ..............................................................................71 Serial Number Label and LED Indicator...............................................72 Weighted Mast ..
List of Tables List of Tables Line Interface Unit Kit (15-0041) ...................................................... 26 Antenna Specifications..................................................................... 29 Radio Kit Components ..................................................................... 29 Radio Install Kit .............................................................................. 32 Mast Kit .........................................................................................
1 1. Overview 1.1 About this Guide This document provides information on how to deploy the RT System 2 in the field. See the RT System 2 Installation Guide for instructions on setting up the recording truck equipment and software. t 1.2 Who Should Use this Guide The expected users of this document are as follows: Crew (Layout/Troubleshooters) ra f Technician (LIU) Bosses (Line Crew) 1.
1. Overview Getting Help If you cannot find the answers you need, please contact Wireless Seismic, Inc. Customer Support at: 13100 Southwest Freeway, Suite 150 Sugar Land, TX 77478 (832) 532-5048 D ra f t support@wirelessseismic.com 10 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
2 2. Layout This chapter describes how to prepare (mobilization) and layout (install) the ground electronics. See the RT System 2 Installation Guide for instructions on setting up the recording truck equipment and software. 2.1 Prerequisites Survey Backhaul plan ra f t In preparation for mobilization, define the following: 2.2 Getting Ready Collect all of the following: Please refer to “Antenna Specifications” on page 81 for the list of supported antennas.
2. Layout Preparing the Equipment Consumables ● Spares (15-0003) ► Mast Parts ► Base Parts ► Guy Lines ► Antennas ► Batteries ► Cables ► Connectors The batteries (when fully discharged) require 8 hours of continuous charging in the battery charger connected to an AC source; therefore, the battery charger should be located at the staging area or in town. ra f t NOTE ● 2.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment D ra f t The WRU is shown in the following figure: Figure 2–1 WRU R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment D ra f t The LIU is shown in the following figure: Figure 2–2 LIU 14 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment ra f t An example geophone is shown in the following figure Figure 2–3 WRU with Geophone 2.4.1 Prerequisites D You can attach the batteries, antennas, and geophones to the ground equipment prior to going into to the field, or as you place each unit. If you are assembling as you place the units, ensure that you have sufficient quantities for each unit, plus a few spares. R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc.
2. Layout D ra f t Laying Out the Equipment Figure 2–4 Assembling WRUs The RT System 2 shall be used with only the supplied antennas (Table A–1 Antenna Specifications, on page 81) attached to the WRU with an integrated type N male connector. 16 The RT System 2 antennas shall be installed and handled by professionals specifically designated for this purpose. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Wireless Seismic, Inc. can void the users’s authority to operate the equipment.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment WARNING In order to comply with FCC radio frequency (RF) exposure requirements, the RT System 2 units must be installed so that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is maintained between the antenna(s) and the body of all persons at all times during normal operation.
2. Layout t Laying Out the Equipment D ra f Figure 2–5 Battery Latch Figure 2–6 Installing the Battery 4 18 Attach the geophone to the WRU. RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment Figure 2–7 Installing the Geophone Attach the antenna to the WRU. Ensure that the antenna connection is clean, and the antenna is snug and does not wobble. t 5 ra f The antenna screws on to the WRU in a clockwise direction. It should twist on easily; do not use force. To ensure that the threads are properly aligned, turn the connector counter-clockwise until you hear a click indicating that the threads are aligned, then turn clockwise to tighten.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment When determining which antenna to use (5 dBi, 7 dBi, 9dBi), consider the distance between WRUs, and how much vegetation is in the area. TIP For distances of 10 m to 30 m, use a 5 dBi antenna. Distances of 30 m or greater, use a 7 dBi antenna. For sudden elevation changes, such as cliffs, use a 2 dBi or 5 dBi antenna. ra f t In special situations such as tall grass and dense vegetation, or distances of 55 m or greater, use a 9 dBi antenna. 2.4.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment Place the unit flat on the ground as shown in the following figure: D ra f 3 t Figure 2–9 Power on the Unit Figure 2–10 Place the Unit 4 NOTE The unit will begin a series of internal and external tests. The LEDs on the top of the unit indicate the current test and whether the unit passes or fails each test. See “D. LED Indicators” on page 91 for an explanation of the LED status and error conditions.
2. Layout Laying Out the Equipment 2.4.4 Placing the LIU in the Field D ra f t The LIU is part of the backhaul configuration. See “3. Backhaul” on page 23 for more information. 22 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
3 3. Backhaul 3.1 Overview In network communications, the backhaul is the part of the network that contains the links and equipment between the core network and the sub networks. t Wireless mesh networking is a method where each radio node in the network captures and disseminates its own data as well as serves as a relay for other radio nodes in the network sending data along a path, hopping from one node to the next.
3. Backhaul Overview Ensure that the LIU box has a grounding cable attached that is connected to a grounding rod to avoid causing damage to the internal electronics during use. See “LIU Ground” on page 28 for an illustration. D ra f t CAUTION Figure 3–1 Possible LIU Components The following figure illustrates the central recording truck components: TBD Figure 3–2 Central Recording Truck Components 24 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
3. Backhaul Overview D ra f t The following figure illustrates the components and data flow for a four-line, single-backhaul line with two root nodes example: Figure 3–3 Single Backhaul Data Direction R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components 3.2 Backhaul Components The backhaul components are either remote backhaul components or central backhaul components. Remote components are the components that are not physically located next to the recording truck. Central components are physically located at the recording truck. Both remote and central backhauls are composed of the following: Line Interface Unit (LIU) Kit Antenna Radio Kit Mast Kit 3.2.
3. Backhaul D ra f t Backhaul Components Figure 3–4 Line Interface Unit (LIU) R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components Before the Central Software System can communicate with the LIU, you must set up the backhaul. See “D. LED Indicators” on page 91 for an explanation of the LED status and error conditions. NOTE Ensure that the LIU is grounded. Attach a ground wire to the case, and to a nail that is driven into the ground. CAUTION Attach the LIU ground wire and the Surge Protector ground wire to the same nail.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components ● Media Converter (60-0017) ● Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033) ● Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 250 m (60-0026) ● Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 300 m (60-0024) ● Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 500 m (60-0023) ● Cable, Fiber Optic, 500 m (60-0018) 3.2.2 Antennas The following table lists the supported antennas for the LIUs and the WRUs.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components Table 3–3 Radio Kit Components (cont.) Item Reference Radio, Fluidmesh® FM3100 (75-0014) “FM3100 Radio” on page 31 Radio Install Kit (15-0036) “Radio Install Kit” on page 32 Refer to the Fluidmesh datasheet for FCC information and other technical specifications on the FM1100 and FM3100 radios. See one of the following locations for details: http://www.fluidmesh.com/press-room/product-literature/doc_details/160fluidmesh-mito-series “C.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components 3.2.3.1 FM1100 Radio ra f t The FM1100 radio is used on the masts for the remote backhauls and is shown in the following figure. Attach the radio to the mast with a hose clamp. Figure 3–7 FM1100 Radio 3.2.3.2 FM3100 Radio D The FM3100 is used on the masts for the central backhaul unit and is shown in the following figure. Attach the radio to the mast with a hose clamp. Figure 3–8 FM3100 Radio R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components 3.2.3.3 Radio Install Kit The following table lists the Radio Install Kit components. The remote and central backhauls use the same install components. Table 3–4 Radio Install Kit Reference Surge Protector (75-0021) “Surge Protector Connections” on page 32 Wire, 18 AWG PVC Green (65-0077) — Nail, 12 inch (70-0062) — Hose Clamp, 0.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components To install the Surge Protector: Remove the rubber grommet from the case and cut some slots in it. 2 Thread two Ethernet cables and a ground wire through the grommet and place the grommet back in the case. 3 Plug the Ethernet cables into the shielded RJ45 jacks. It does not matter which cable goes to which jack; the unit provides bidirectional protection. 4 Attach the ground wire to the ground lug. 5 Close the case and attach it to the mast with a hose clamp.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components Table 3–5 Mast Kit (cont.) Aluminum Kit (15-0033) Reference • 3 each tent stake, plastic, orange, 16 in (70-0060) (soft ground stakes) • 3 each tent stake, plastic, orange, 16 in (70-0060) (soft ground stakes) “Backpack Kit” on page 36 • 5 ea nail, 12 in (70-0062) • 5 ea nail, 12 in (70-0062) “Backpack Kit” on page 36 • 3 each guy line holder (700063) • 3 each guy line holder (700063) “Backpack Kit” on page 36 • 1 each hammer, 2.
3. Backhaul Backhaul Components t The following figures show the base that utilizes guy-wires: Figure 3–11 Base (55-0007) D ra f The following figure shows the assembled mast: Figure 3–12 Assembled Backhaul Mast The following figure shows the base that uses a weighted system. This base is optimal in urban or rocky environments: R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Backhaul ra f t Turn off the Windows Firewall Figure 3–13 Weighted Base (70-0070) 3.2.4.3 Bag D The antenna mast bag is a rip stop nylon yellow bag, 11 inches x 70 inches with a handle and draw string at one end. 3.2.4.4 Backpack Kit The backpack is used to carry all of the equipment needed to install the mast and radios, and may also be use to carry the LIU. See “Mast Kit” on page 33 for a list of components. 3.
3. Backhaul Turn off the Windows Firewall Category View – Windows Firewall ● Icon View – System and Security → Windows Firewall Click Turn Windows Firewall on or off: t 2 ● ra f Figure 3–14 Windows Firewall On or Off Select Turn off Windows Firewall for all networks: D 3 Figure 3–15 Windows Firewall Off 4 R00.e Click OK. RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Backhaul Configure the Radios 3.4 Configure the Radios The FMQuadro™ Web Interface is used to configure the radio channels. The radio licenses are pre-configured by Wireless Seismic, Inc. This section describes how to connect the radios to a computer and configure them. The expected configuration in the RT System 2 system is as follows: NOTE FM1100 = mesh point (remote backhaul) FM3100 = mesh end (central backhaul) t Check the radios before connecting them to any switch. 3.4.
3. Backhaul Configure the Radios Power up only one radio at a time. Never place two powered-up radios next to each other. It is possible to damage the radio receivers if multiple radios are powered up in close proximity. ra f t CAUTION Figure 3–16 Fluidmesh Radio Private Network 4 Verify that the radio powers up. The LED indicators have the following meanings: D Table 3–6 Fluidmesh Radio LEDs R00.
3. Backhaul Configure the Radios Select Network and Internet. ra f t 7 Figure 3–17 Control Panel, Network and Internet Select Network and Sharing Center. D 8 Figure 3–18 Control Panel, Network and Sharing Center 40 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
3. Backhaul Configure the Radios In the left pane, select Change adapter settings. ra f t 9 Figure 3–19 Control Panel, Change Adapter Settings D 10 Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. The Properties window opens. Figure 3–20 Control Panel, LAN Properties 11 Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IP v4) and click Properties. R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Backhaul ra f t Configure the Radios Figure 3–21 Control Panel, Networking Properties D 12 Select Use the following IP address. 42 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
3. Backhaul ra f t Configure the Radios Figure 3–22 Control Panel, IP Address 13 Enter the following: IP address: 192.168.0.100 (this number does not have to be 100, just something other than 10, and a number between 1 and 255) ● Netmask:255.255.255.0 If the radio already has an IP address, you will need to enter different numbers. For example: D NOTE ● Radio IP address: 10.200.x.x Computer IP address: 10.x.x.x Subnet Mask: 255.0.0.
3. Backhaul Configure the Radios 15 Click Close. 3.4.2 Setting NIC Priority If you have more than one network interface card (NIC) in your computer, make sure that the LAN card has the highest priority; the computer attempts to use the NICs in the order listed. To set NIC priority: → Windows computer 1 Click the Windows Start icon. 2 Select Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. Select Network and Internet. Select Network and Sharing Center.
3. Backhaul ra f t Configure the Radios Figure 3–24 LAN Hierarchy 8 Click OK. 3.4.3 Configure the Radio Configure the radios by logging into the software located on the radio. FM1100s are configured as mesh points, and FM3100s are configured as mesh ends. D To configure the radio: → Windows computer 1 On the computer, point a browser to the following URL: http://192.168.0.10 TIP R00.e Use Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome. Internet Explorer does not refresh correctly. RT System 2 v2.0.
3. Backhaul Configure the Radios If the radio has an IP address other than the default IP address, you will need to enter that number. For example, 10.101.0.22. NOTE Log in to the radio Web interface using the following: ● UserName: admin ● Password: admin ra f t 2 Figure 3–25 Radio Login Window The following figure shows the home window when mesh end is selected as the Mode. The FM1100 configuration includes an additional left-pane option: Power Over Ethernet. Click MeshWizard™.
3. Backhaul D ra f t Configure the Radios Figure 3–26 Radio Home Window, Mesh End 4 Click I Agree to accept the licence agreement if prompted. 5 Click Wizard. 6 Select or enter the following: ● Mode ► FM1100 – Mesh Point ► FM3100 – Mesh End ● IP Address – Use next class A address available (10.2.0.1 - 10.2.0.255) ● Netmask – 255.0.0.0 ● Default Gateway ► R00.e FM1100 – Not shown or available RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Backhaul Configure the Radios FM3100 – Leave blank D ra f t ► Figure 3–27 Fluidmesh MeshWizard Interface 7 Click Next. 8 Select one of the following frequencies (see Figure 3–6 Channel Color Example on page 30): 9 ● Channel 1 = 5745 MHz (Yellow label) ● Channel 2 = 5180 MHz (Blue label) ● Channel 3 = 5505 MHz (Red label) ● Channel 4 = 5300 MHz (Green label) Click Next. 10 Verify the settings. Click Save&Reboot. 48 RT System 2 v2.0.
3. Backhaul Setting up the Backhaul Equipment 11 FM1100 only: ● Click poe pass-through in the ADVANCED SETTINGS area of the left pane. This option allows the LAN 2 port on the radio to deliver passive PoE to a second FM1100 on the mast using one short Ethernet cable. ● Select Enable for the Status. ● Click Apply. 3.4.4 Restore your Network Settings When have finished configuring all of your radios, restore your network settings as described in this section.
3. Backhaul Setting up the Backhaul Equipment There are many possible mast options; the following instructions are a general guideline. NOTE To install the backhaul components and erect the mast: 1 Prerequisites: ● Gather the components ● Screwdriver ● Hammer Refer to the deployment instructions to determine the location and compass heading to the next back haul site closer to central. 3 Use the compass to determine and mark that direction.
3. Backhaul ra f t Setting up the Backhaul Equipment Figure 3–29 Base and Wind Orientation 5 Collect all of the mast components. 6 Secure the base with at least 2 nails or if using a weighted mast, with cement blocks. 7 Insert the mast into the base collar, extend and secure each section of the mast. 8 Attach the guy lines to the collar on the mast, or make loops in the lines and slip them over the mast.
3. Backhaul t Setting up the Backhaul Equipment D ra f Figure 3–30 Securing Lines to Large Cleat Figure 3–31 Backhaul Antenna Erected 18 Check to make sure that the antennas are aimed properly. 52 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
3. Backhaul Installing Two Radios on the Mast 3.6 Installing Two Radios on the Mast D ra f t When you are installing a remote backhaul, there can be two radios on the mast as shown in the following figure: Figure 3–32 Two-Radio Installation To install two radios on the mast: 1 R00.e Prerequisites: ● TBD ● The radios are configured to allow the PoE option (see step 11 on page 49). ● The radios are BOTH configured as mesh POINTS (see step 6 on page 47). RT System 2 v2.0.
3. Backhaul Removing the Backhaul Equipment 2 Attach two radios to the mast. Refer to the deployment instructions for the location at which to aim the radio. One should point towards the recording truck (uplink), and the other should point towards the next remote backhaul location (downlink). 3 Connect the two radios with a short Ethernet cable: Radio1/LAN 2 to Radio 2/ LAN 1. 4 Connect Radio 1/LAN 1 to the LIU. 3.7 Removing the Backhaul Equipment TBD t 3.
3. Backhaul D ra f t Use Cases or Example Deployments Figure 3–33 Single Backhaul R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
3. Backhaul ra f t Use Cases or Example Deployments D Figure 3–34 Dual Backhaul, Two Root Nodes 56 RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved. R00.
3. Backhaul ra f t Use Cases or Example Deployments D Figure 3–35 Single Backhaul, Star Configuration R00.e RT System 2 v2.0.0 Deployment Guide © 2010-2012 Wireless Seismic, Inc. All rights reserved.
