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IDS C-Thrue User Manual

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User manual
C-Thrue
All-in-one Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) for
accurate scanning and real time analysis
MN/2017/011
Rev 1.0

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  • Page 1 WARRANTY User manual C-Thrue All-in-one Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) for accurate scanning and real time analysis MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Definition of Use ........................................... 7 Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse ......................................7 Limits of Use ............................................7 Responsibilities ............................................. 7 Hazards of Use ............................................8 C-Thrue HARDWARE DESCRIPTION ......................................11 General ............................................... 11 Multi – touch Screen .......................................... 16 Batteries ............................................. 17 Battery charger ........................................... 18 IDS GeoRadar s.r.l.
  • Page 3 Battery Removal Information ......................................24 Periodical Check ..........................................24 Proper system use ..........................................24 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 26 IDS GEORADAR ON-LINE ASSISTANCE ......................................27 Download area ........................................... 27 Screen Connect Support Center Remote Assistance ................................27 APPENDIX A - Technical Specification........................................29 APPENDIX B - DISCLAIMER............................................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION This document describes the C-Thrue radar system, and it refers to the concepts the user should learn before initiating the utilization of this device. Therefore it is mandatory to carefully reading the entire document before starting the system.

  • Page 5: How To Read The Manual

    LASER: Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation USB: Universal Serial Bus GPR: Ground Penetrating Radar AC: Alternate Current HF: High Frequency Definitions Raw data: unprocessed data obtained during a field survey. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 5/ 38...

  • Page 6: Symbols

    They appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur. Warning messages: • make the user alert about direct and indirect hazards concerning the use of the product. • contain general rules of behavior. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 6/ 38...

  • Page 7: Safety Directions

    Measuring horizontal and vertical position of rebars and void. • Creation of concrete tomographies. Responsibilities Manufacturer of the product - IDS GeoRadar s.r.l is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse •...

  • Page 8: Hazards Of Use

    C-Thrue HARDWARE DESCRIPTION • To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for WARNING: During dynamic applications, for example stakeout the operation of electromagnetics transmitters are respected. procedures there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental conditions Hazards of Use around, for example obstacles, excavations or traffic.
  • Page 9 IDS GeoRadar. When you decide to dispose of the equipment, contact IDS GeoRadar and follow the system that IDS GeoRadar has set up to permit the separate collection of the apparatus at its life end.
  • Page 10 High mechanical stress, high ambient WARNING: Only IDS GeoRadar authorized technical service temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leakage, fire are entitled to repair these product. or explosions of the batteries. Precautions: Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures.

  • Page 11: C-Thrue Hardware Description

    3 laser interfaces for the 2D positioning system. General • Accessories: The C-Thrue and its accessories are delivered within a dedicated suitcase, o Battery charger (with universal adapter) Fig. 1 : o Safety lace to hook the system to the wrist...
  • Page 12 C-Thrue HARDWARE DESCRIPTION C-Thrue main body Handle The C-Thrue main body dimension are 285 mm x 200 mm x 160 mm Multi-Touchscreen or 11,2 in x 8,6 in x 6,3 in (length x width x height) and its weight is 2,4 Kg (5 lB), including battery.
  • Page 13 C-Thrue HARDWARE DESCRIPTION Antenna The C-Thrue System is developed with a dual polarization antenna (1 VV and 1HH channel), with a central frequency of 2 Ghz. Dual polarization permits detection on both first and second levels of rebars. (Fig. 5). The offset between the VV and HH antenna center, is 10 cm (see Fig.
  • Page 14 Fig. 7 – Wheel encoder (red arrows) Lasers 3 laser interfaces are integrated in the main body of the C-Thrue. One is in the front part, and the other two are in the right and left side of the system (Fig. 8). They are mounted exclusively for the 2-D positioning system used with reflective bars (Par 4.5.1).
  • Page 15 C-Thrue HARDWARE DESCRIPTION Handle The User should make a knot around the C-Thrue handle with the slimmest The C-Thrue handle (Fig. 9) is ergonomic and designed to operate the part of the lace, and then wear the lace on wrist from the wider side of the system only with one hand.

  • Page 16: Multi - Touch Screen

    (Fig. 12, red square) easy to use with the thumb (Fig. The system is provided with an integrate OS (Fig. 13), with the software 12). already installed; the user can operate C-Thrue also with a Wi-Fi connected laptop, whose minimum requirements are the following: •...

  • Page 17: Batteries

    C-Thrue HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The C-Thrue Li-ion Battery is lodged in the rear part of the system, under Batteries the handle. The C-Thrue is powered by rechargeable Li-ion Battery (15V-3.2Ah) with 2 hours runtime (Fig. 14). To open the battery compartment cover the User should make a ¼- turn left screw.

  • Page 18: Battery Charger

    Reflective Bars for system positioning AC 110/220V. The C-Thrue is also provided with positioning bars kit (Fig. 17 and Fig. It is composed of three parts: an electrical transformer, a cable from 18allowing the User to create a local reference system axis. Thanks to their transformer to the main AC, and battery housing.
  • Page 19 C-Thrue HARDWARE DESCRIPTION Fig. 18 – Distances between notches Reflective side Fig. 19 – Reflective side of the bars To fix the reflective bars to a wall or pavement surface, a sticky modelling paste is provided (Fig. 20). Fig. 20 – Sticky modelling paste IDS GeoRadar s.r.l.

  • Page 20: Assembly Procedure

    ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 3. Inserting the battery, Fig. 23; ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE The procedure to assemble the C-Thrue is straightforward and can be performed by one person. To assemble the system the User should follow these steps: 1. removing the radar main body from the luggage, Fig. 21;...
  • Page 21 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 6. Switch on the system from the power button, Fig. 25; Fig. 25 the switch button IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 21/ 38...

  • Page 22: One Vision Software Guide

    • Ability to export full survey report; • Export to CAD and GIS. • Augmented reality for 3D data visualisation and sharing across operators – in real time or intervals after acquisition. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 22/ 38...

  • Page 23: How To Manage The Acquisition In A Job Site

    START button has been pressed. Releasing the button, the collection will stop after 10 sec. IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. N doc.: MN/2013/035 - Rev. 1.1 “ALADDIN” STRUCTURE KIT - User Manual...

  • Page 24: Care And Transport

    Wait until the equipment is totally dry before using it. Periodical Check The C-Thrue should be cleaned periodically using a damp cloth. The Operator should periodically check the status of the System Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents.
  • Page 25 Positioning bars: if the bars are attached to the ceiling, always use safety helmet and safety glass. • For FCC regulations: do not fix with any scotch-tape the button under the handle. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 25/ 38...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    CARE AND TRANSPORT TROUBLESHOOTING IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 26/ 38...

  • Page 27: Ids Georadar On-Line Assistance

    To do this, the first step is to request an account activation in http://idsgeoradar.com/customer-area/customer-area-registration The request will be handled by the Customer Care of IDS GeoRadar, after which you will receive an email with your credentials for accessing...
  • Page 28 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Click on Run to download the Screen Connect application (see Fig. At this point, IDS GeoRadar Customer Care can perform a range of 27). operations on your desktop: Send and receive files; Directly control your PC; Chat to ask some physical operation to be performed (for example connect a cable, turn off/on a system, move some parts);...

  • Page 29: Appendix A - Technical Specification

    Real time Power conduit sensing display Battery Li-ion battery, 15V, 3.2Ah, 2-hour runtime ACCESSORIES SPECIFICATIONS Data Storage 32 GB C-thrue External Controller Remote control of C-thrue Connectivity USB, Wi-Fi Representation of results in Augmented Reality ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS (when used with Virtual Pad) Operating Temperature -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)
  • Page 30 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) In the normal manner of intended use, this product does not pose health or safety risks regarding radio frequency signals. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 30/ 38...

  • Page 31: Appendix B - Disclaimer

    Tools only, does it at his own risk. Graphics. No part of this Disclaimer may be used or reproduced in any In no event IDS GeoRadar shall be liable for special, direct, indirect, forms without the prior written agreement of IDS GeoRadar.
  • Page 32 IDS GeoRadar on not expressly authorized by or for the use of IBIS Products by operator not holding an “IBIS User IDS GeoRadar. Certificate” issued by IDS GeoRadar. Any Buyer or User that completely Poor or faulty operation of the electrical and telecommunication relies...

  • Page 33: Appendix C - Warranty Conditions

    Should the Authorities issue an export restriction which leads to the cancellation of a warranty of any kind. IDS GeoRadar warrants for a period of sixty (60) days from the Effective date purchase order already accepted by IDS GeoRadar, IDS GeoRadar only liability shall be to return to that, under normal use, the SW support media will be free of defects in material and Buyer any account paid without interests.
  • Page 34 SW, patents or otherwise, shall not exceed the sums cashed by IDS GeoRadar for the purchased Products, which give rise to the claim, and any such liability shall terminate upon the expiration of the warranty period.

  • Page 35: Appendix D - Conformity To European Regulation

    The apparatus is sensitive to the presence of external electromagnetic fields, which may reduce its performance. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 35/38...

  • Page 36: Appendix E - Important Notice For The Us Customer

    (d) Users of authorized, coordinated UWB systems may transfer them to other qualified users and to different locations upon coordination of change of ownership or location to the FCC and coordination with existing authorized operations. IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 36/38...

  • Page 37: Appendix F - Important Note For Canadian Customers

    CANADIAN REPRESENTATIVE Company Name : Leica Geosystems Ltd CN Number : 3177B Contact Name : Sudha Sachdeva City : SCARBOROUGH, Ontario M1W3S2 Telephone No : +1 416 497 2463 Email : sudha.sachdeva@leicaus.com IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 37/38...

  • Page 38: Appendix G - Contacts

    CONTACTS APPENDIX G - CONTACTS IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. – GeoRadar Division Via Enrica Calabresi, 24 – Loc. Montacchiello 56121 PISA - ITALY Phone: +39.050.312411 Fax: +39.050.3124205 Customer Care department: Support.geo@idsgeoradar.com Tel.: +39.050.3124356/458 IDS GeoRadar s.r.l. MN/2017/011 Rev 1.0 38/38...

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