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- Page 1 Welcome to IKE 4 The Evolution of Pole Measurements User Manual Version 1.1.0 Visit http://www.ikesupport.ikegps.com for Software Updates Manuals Tutorials Videos • • • Copyright © 2016 IKEGPS LTD. IKE-101-16-04-1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
What’s in the Box..................04 Solution Overview...................05 Hardware Setup..................08 Data Collection Plan - IKE Office............17 Data Capture & Upload - IKE Field............35 Data Management - IKE Office.............51 Photo Measure - IKE Office..............54 Data Export - IKE Office.................59 FCC Guidelines/Documentation............64 Support....................65 IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 3 IKE 4 Documentation IKE 4 Setup Guide A guide to getting started with your IKE field device IKE 4 User Manual (this guide) The most comprehensive A-Z guide to using your IKE device IKE 4 Fieldcraft Guide How to get the best results from your IKE, tips and tricks to improve...
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the IKE 4. Your IKE 4 is a location-based measuring solution that will greatly increase your productivity when undertaking utility asset management surveys and related measurements. The IKE 4 device integrates a digital camera, compass, laser range finder, mobile computer, and precision GPS. -
Page 5: Solution Overview
Solution Overview IKE 4 Device Features IKE 4 Software Features The IKE 4 Process IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 6 IKE 4 Device Features The IKE 4 device incorporates the latest mobile technologies to produce a best-in-class high-performance, lower-power field data collection solution. Key device features include: Android™ 5.1, Lollipop Easy to use, smartphone user interface and experiences 13-Megapixel Digital Camera...
- Page 7 IKE 4 Software Features IKE Field IKE Field is an Android mobile app that is preloaded on the IKE Device. The app contains general measurements tools for field data collection and specialized utility pole measurements for pole heights, wire spans, attachment points, GPS location and more.
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Page 8: Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup IKE 4 Device Setup IKE 4 Tripod Setup User Calibration IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 9 Hard case (not shown) An SD card is not included. IMPORTANT: The IKE 4 device is designed to be used with the IKE Tripod. It should not be used while being held by hand, or placed close to the user’s body.
- Page 10 Assemble battery IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 11 Press and hold for a few seconds Turning your IKE 4 on for the first time. To use your IKE 4 unit, insert the battery, plug in the charger and adapter, and allow it to charge for a minimum of four (4) hours.
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Page 12: Package Contents
IKE 4 Tripod Setup The IKE 4 Tripod has a low magnetic signature and is designed specifically for use with the IKE device to produce accurate measurements. We do not recommend using your device with other tripods as the accuracy of your measurements may be affected. - Page 13 Ensure that the IKE unit is securely attached. Attach the tripod plate to the base of the IKE device ensuring it is positioned correctly as shown below. Tighten the screw until it is secure. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 14 Wrap the strap around the leg and thread it through the buckle. Secure it in place with the velcro. You can then attach the carry strap to the eyelet on the leg strap and to the eyelet on the tripod. IKE 4 User Manual...
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Page 15: Specifications
Replace the top plate as shown and the tripod or on the carry bag. secure tightly with the two screws. Specifications Materials: Aluminum, carbon fiber Maximum height: Max 59.5 in. (1510 mm) Weight: 5.1 lb (2.31 kg) (with accessories) Signature: Low magnetic IKE 4 User Manual... -
Page 16: User Calibration
1. Hold the device pointing north and perform a single rotation along the north facing axis. 2. Angle the device 45 degrees up and repeat another rotation. 3. Repeat a single rotation on each of the 8 axis deisplayed. IKE 4 User Manual... -
Page 17: Data Collection Plan - Ike Office
Data Collection Plan - IKE Office Introduction to IKE Office The Form Builder Tool A Utility Pole Data Collection From Template IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 18 Logging In When signing into IKE Office for the first time use the admin login and password provided by ikeGPS. Enter these details, then click LOGIN. IKE Office Menu On the left side of the IKE Office page are the various...
- Page 19 On the Home page of IKE Office, go to the Accounts tab. If you log in as an administrator, you will see a list of all users in the system. Create new users As an administrator, use the orange “Add” button to create a new user. IKE 4 User Manual...
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Page 20: User Settings
Under the Accounts page, click on the “More” button More located on the far right of a user information. This will Button provide you more options. User Settings Under the User Settings page, you can change: Date format ĥ Measure unit ĥ IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 21 To access the Form-Builder tool, on the Home page of IKE Office, go to Forms tab. To create a new data collection form, click on the orange “Add” button. Use Drag and Drop to add elements to the form. Button IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 22 IKE Office. This can be populated using the keypad or using the microphone recording Voice to Text on the IKE device. Yes / No Offers the option to respond “yes” or “no” within a field. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 23 Once a Select List is defined, below is an example of how the list will appear on the mobile screen within IKE Field. Ike Field screen depicting a select list. Clicking on the down arrow brings up the list for user to select. Anchor Type List IKE Field screen IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 24 Follow the above steps to add the second list. In this case, add Communication in the Usage group. Then go to the Size list, and add all the wires sizes applicable to Communication, etc. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 25 Once a nested list is fully defined, below is an example of how they would appear within IKE Field. Wire Nested List Follow the screens to select the list values The selected values are displayed IKE 4 user manual...
- Page 26 The image would capture records such as; azimuth, bearing and vertical angle between the IKE device and laser target. This information will be utilized to calibrate the image and ultimately for height measurements when uploaded into IKE Office IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 27 Used to group common fields for an object, such as equipment. Used to create parent-child relationships between two objects. For example, the Span would be the “parent” subform and the Circuit would be the “child” sub-subform. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 28 Repeatable Collection Tools Repeatable collection is an important feature of IKE 4 data collection software. Various collection tools can be defined once on the form and used repeatedly in the field to collect multiple instances of an object. A repeatable tool has a “+” sign to the right of the field, indicating you can use the tool mutiple times to collect objects in the field.
- Page 29 In the Form-Builder tool, Label Field is a toggle for the field. When turned on, the value of the field will be used to label photo measurements. Example of Label Field usage: Pole ID is used to label pole height measurement Wire type/size/ tension is used to label wire attachment height measurement IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 30 A Utility Pole Data Collection Form Template IKE 4 includes a Data Collection form template designed specifically to accommodate utility pole data collections. This template is designed to create a workflow that allows for the collection of utility pole information as well as equipment and wires attached to the...
- Page 31 Foreward Span and Backward Span once. SPAN 1 SPAN 2 Within one Span, there can be multiple Circuits and multiple Span Guys. Hence the Span subform includes a Circuit sub-subform and Guy sub-subform. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 32 Secondary, Neutral, Communication, etc. The common features of wires within the same Circuit includes Construction (On Pole, Cross Arm, Double Cross Arm, etc., and Configuration (Fore, Back, Both) where Fore and Back represents deadend and Both represents tangent. IKE 4 user manual...
- Page 33 In this case, the Wire sub form allows you collect 3 Wires. When the data is uploaded into IKE Office, you can use photo measure to measure the attachment heights for each Wire. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 34 Similarly, Guys and Service Drop are two other subforms that offer the flexibility to collect multiple instances of these objects in the field. IKE 4 User Manual...
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Page 35: Data Capture & Upload - Ike Field
Data Capture & Upload - IKE Field Introduction to IKE Field Field Data Collection Step-by-Step IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 36 Turn on Location service. ĥ Set brightness to about 50%. ĥ Go to Setting on the Device: The Location mode should be set to Device Only to ensure use of the built-in sub-meter GPS for location measurements. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 37 The first time you sign in to IKE Office, you may see the blank job screen. The More button ( ) allows you to: Check version of the IKE Field app ĥ Log in as different user ĥ Change settings on date format, and ĥ measurement unit (Meter vs. Feet/Inches). IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 38 Button When connected to the Internet, the page will automatically check for any available new or updated forms. DOWNLOAD to download the latest forms. When forms are downloaded, users can access them even without Internet connectivity. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 39 To ensure you have the resources for data collection, we recommend creating a job and applying the form before going on site. If your IKE device has Wi-Fi connectivity in the field, you will be able to receive form updates. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 40 The My Jobs screen shows all of the jobs on the device. Select the Job you wish to work on to proceed. Now you are ready to start collecting data. Tap the “Add” button to create your first collection. Button IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 41 Anything with a plus sign (+) can be repeated multiple times. When you have collected all of the information on a subform screen, click the done button at the top right ( IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 42 The Job screen shows all of the collections you have made for this job in both a list and on a map. In the List tab, tapping the down arrow next to a collection shows a summary. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 43 Pressing START begins averaging GPS data for a 30-second period to get the best accuracy. Try not to move or cover the device during this process. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 44 Counting down Location captured. The green pin on the map shows the location captured. The blue dot shows your current location. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 45 Note: You can zoom in using the slider on the right to help with aiming. Note: Tapping on different areas of the camera will change the brightness/focus, like a standard Android camera. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 46 Aim at the second target and capture when the crosshair turns green. The distance and bearing from Point A to Point B are calculated. Click “RETAKE” if you’re not satisfied with your results. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 47 Span Height Aim at the wire, and capture when the crosshair turns green. Use the orange guide arrows to locate the position directly below the wire. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 48 When the arrows disappear and both the crosshair and the height measurement area turn green, tap the Capture button. The results screen shows the height of the wire and a photo with the crosshair. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 49 Tapping the Map tab displays the collections for this Job, on a map. Tapping the “Add” button will take you to the Form screen to add another collection. Tapping on the location balloon will take you to that collection. Button IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 50 After uploading, the job is paired with an orange, uploaded circle. Now you can view the job in IKE Office. After uploading your files, we recommend exiting the IKE Field app prior to powering down the IKE device. IKE 4 User Manual...
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Page 51: Data Management - Ike Office
Data Management - IKE Office Job Summary Job List Collection Details IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 52 The Jobs list can be accessed by choosing “Jobs” on the left menu. It provides a list of all the various jobs uploaded from the IKE 4 Device to the specific account. Jobs are displayed chronologically, based on the date they were collected.
- Page 53 “arrow” icon to the right of a collection to display the data collected from the field. Arrow Icon Mouse over the photo of the pole, and click on “View”. The location map of the pole will be displayed. IKE 4 User Manual...
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Page 54: Photo Measure - Ike Office
Photo Measure - IKE Office Photo Measure Basic Linking Photo Measure to Field Data IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 55 Under each pole collection, all the Photo Measure photos are listed. Select any of the photos within the list for measurement. Measurements can be made on as many photos as needed. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 56 You can set the base offset by: Moving the base to a known height on the pole Double clicking on the base label Entering the offset value (such as when a measurement stick is used) IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 57 Editing the Label To modify the label, simply double-click on the label and enter the desired text or name. When done with the label modifications, choose “OK” to complete and the label will be displayed on the image. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 58 Click on the orange link button, the button will change into “Measure Height”. Click on any attachment to get the height information. Note that the height is populated to the field. Use the “Delete” button to remove the link. IKE 4 User Manual...
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Page 59: Data Export - Ike Office
Data Export - IKE Office JSON Print SPIDACalc IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 60 Select the “Download” arrow to view the Export Menu. Choose the KML format. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 61 JSON Select the “Download” arrow to view the Export Menu. Choose the JSON format. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 62 Print Select the “Download” arrow to view the Export Menu. Choose the Print option. IKE 4 User Manual...
- Page 63 Select the “Download” arrow to view the Export Menu. Choose the SPIDACalc option. This creates a SPIDACalc project JSON file, which can be open in SPIDACalc for pole loading analysis. For more information on SPIDA®Calc, visit SPIDAsoftware.com IKE 4 User Manual...
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Page 64: Fcc Guidelines/Documentation
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ikeGPS could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. IKE 4... -
Page 65: Support
Please contact our support team: www.ikesupport.ikegps.com Customer Support Phone: +1 720 381 1634 Toll-free: +1 844 445 3477 ext 3 Email: support@ikegps.com 6:00 am to 6:00 pm (UTC -07:00) Monday – Friday (Closed on major US holidays) IKE 4 User Manual... - Page 66 Copyright © 2016 IKEGPS LTD. IKE-101-16-04-1.0...
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