Summary of Contents for Guideline Geo MALA GeoDrone 80
- Page 1 MALÅ GeoDrone 80 User Guide ________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
- Page 2 Our Thanks... Thank you for choosing Guideline Geo and MALÅ as your Ground Penetrating Radar solution provider. The very core of our corporate philosophy is to provide our users with the very best products, support and services. Our development team is committed to providing you with the most technologically advanced and easy-to-use GPR products with the capability to meet your needs for efficiency and productivity now, and into the future. Whether this is your first MALÅ product, or addition to the MALÅ collection, we believe that small investment of your time to familiarize yourself with the product by reading this manual will be rewarded with a significant increase in productivity and satisfaction. At Guideline Geo, we welcome comments concerning the use and experience with our products, as well as the contents and usefulness of this manual. Guideline Geo team...
- Page 3 Guideline Geo | MALÅ Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Guideline Geo. Your rights to the software are governed by the accompanying software license agreement. The MALÅ logo is a trademark of Guideline Geo registered in Sweden and other countries. The product described in this document is subject to continuous developments and improvements. All particulars of the product and its use contained in this document are given by Guideline Geo in good faith. However, all warranties implied or expressed, including but not limited to implied warranties or merchantability, or fitness for purpose, are excluded. This document is intended only to assist the reader in the use of the product...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ....................5 About this Manual ....................5 Additional Resources ..................... 5 Feedback ....................... 5 Safety and Compliance User Notices ............. 6 Unpack. Inspect. Register ..............8 Repacking and Shipping ..................8 Registering MALÅ GeoDrone 80 ................8 MALÅ GeoDrone 80 hardware ............... 9 Antennas ........................ -
Page 5: Preface
Preface About this Manual This manual is written for the end user of the product and explains how to set up and configure the product, as well as providing detailed instruction on its use. Additional Resources GPR Training www.guidelinegeo.com/support-service-advice-training/ GPR Case Studies www.guidelinegeo.com/solutions/case-stories/ GPR Downloads www.guidelinegeo.com/support-service-advice-training/resource-center/ Feedback Feedback regarding the contents of this manual or the product may be sent using any of the following channels. Phone (Sweden) +46 953 34550 Phone (USA) +1 843 852 5021 Phone (China) +86 108 225 0728 Phone (Malaysia) +60 (0) 3 6250 7351 Phone (Australia) +61 438 278 902 Web www.guidelinegeo.com... -
Page 6: Safety And Compliance User Notices
Safety and Compliance User Notices The MALÅ GeoDrone equipment, developed and produced by Guideline Geo, has currently not yet been certified according to FCC, ETSI or other localized UWB regulations. In order to purchase and operate the MALÅ GeoDrone 80 users need to apply for an exemption from local regulation if such are in place. According to the regulations stated in ETSI EN 302 066-1 (European Telecommunication Standards Institute): The control unit should not be left ON when leaving the system unattended. It should always be turned OFF when not in use. The antennas should point towards the ground, walls etc. during measurement and not towards the air. The antennas should be kept in close proximity to the media under investigation. Canadian and US regulations state that whenever GPR antennas are in use the following notes apply: This Ground Penetrating Radar device shall be operated only when in contact with or within 1 m of the ground. Only law enforcement agencies, scientific research institutes, commercial mining companies, construction companies and emergency rescue or firefighting organizations shall use this Ground Penetrating Radar Device. - Page 7 Radiation Exposure Statement To comply with ISED RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20cm should be maintained between the EUT and all persons during normal operation Pour se conformer aux exigences de conformité d'exposition ISDE RF, une distance de séparation d'au moins 20 cm doit être maintenue entre l'EST et toutes les personnes pendant le fonctionnement normal.
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Page 8: Unpack. Inspect. Register
Unpack. Inspect. Register Great care should be taken when unpacking the equipment. Be sure to verify the contents shown on the packing list and inspect the equipment and accessories for any loose parts or other damage. Note: The packing list that is included with the shipment should be read careful and any discrepancy should be reported to our sales department at www.guidelinegeo.com Note: All packing material should be kept in the event that any damage occurred during shipping. File any claim for shipping damage with the carrier immediately after discovery of the damage and before the equipment is put into use. Any claims for missing equipment or parts should be filed with Guideline Geo within fourteen (14) business days from the receipt of the equipment. Repacking and Shipping The Guideline Geo packing kit is specially designed for shipping MALÅ GeoDrone 80. The packing kit should be used whenever shipping is necessary. If original packing materials are unavailable, pack the instrument in a box that is large enough to allow at least 80mm of... -
Page 9: Malå Geodrone 80 Hardware
MALÅ GeoDrone 80 hardware MALÅ GeoDrone 80 is a lightweight, unshielded GPR antenna and control unit for GPR measurements from a drone. Antennas The Transmitter (Tx) and Receiver (Rx) antennas are placed in two removable tubes. The tubes are connected to the control unit with 2 screws for each tube. The Rx has two connectors to the control unit: N and P for Negative and Positive polarization. Depending on connection the polarization can thus be changed. The Rx antenna is marked with a label, for correct mounting. The Tx has one connector from the antenna tube to the control unit. Connectors to connect the antenna elements are found underneath the GeoDrone 80 main unit. Use the black screws to securely attach the antennas to the GeoDrone 80 main unit. -
Page 10: Positioning
Positioning The GeoDrone 80 is provided with an external DGPS antenna to increase the reception from satellites. A GPS receiver circuit board is located inside the control unit. The DGPS antenna is connected to the side of the control unit. The DGPS will not work unless an external antenna is connected. Connections for external GPS is found on the short side of the GeoDrone main unit. External DPGS provided with the MALÅ GeoDrone 80. Power Antennas and GeoDrone main unit The batteries for the antenna and GeoDrone main unit are found under the hatch. Use the supplied charger to charge the batteries. - Page 11 righthand side of the GX Controller data/power connectors. The battery indicator on the GX Controller will show the charging cycle. The red lightning bolt indicates the GX Controller is charging The green lightning bolt indicates the GX Controller is fully charged Note: The bars on the top row indicates the battery level in the GX Controller, the bottom row indicates the battery level in the antenna battery. Tip: The GX Controller can be charged without the need for the Controller to be switched on. The charge cycle will take 3 - 4 hours to complete if fully discharged.
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Page 12: System Set Up
System set up Make sure batteries a charged. One battery at time can be changed even if the unit is on. Assemble the two antenna bars, with 2 black screws for each bar underneath the control unit. Assemble the antenna tubes to the bars and connect to the control unit. Note: Tx has one connector and Rx two connectors. The Rx is marked with This side up. The two antenna tubes assembled and connected to the radar unit. Connect the DPGS antenna. Attach the antenna on top of the drone for best reception. Attach the MALÅ GeoDrone 80 to the drone. To prevent damage to the equipment, make sure the MALÅ GeoDrone is securely attached prior to flight and do not use the GeoDrone as landing gear. -
Page 13: Data Acquisition
Data acquisition The GeoDrone 80 communicates with the GX Controller by WiFi. The icon indicates the connection status to the antenna. If the controller has been used with a different antenna, go to System- and WiFi settings to pair the GeoDrone 80 with the GX Controller Controller main menu. Chose the option GeoDrone (WiFi Initiation via Wire). Also see Project. section WiFi Settings. The main screen for GeoDrone measurements, have three filters to enhance the radargram Background removal Contrast Time gain The default measurements settings are satisfying for most applications, but if necessary, adjust settings in the Settings menu . Also see section Measurement Settings below. Start New Profile Ready for take off! Note: The antenna has an in-build data storage module, which enables data to be stored... -
Page 14: Measurement Settings
Measurement settings In Measurement settings adjustments for depth, gain type, soil velocity and time interval can be changed. The settings for Acquisition and Display parameters are also find here. The Palette refers to the display of the radargram, there are 3 options, a grey scale and 2 color options. If Trace View is ON, a small window will appear on the right-hand side of the radargram during measurements,... -
Page 15: Wi-Fi Connection
Wi-Fi Connection System Menu (screen Rotate the Navigator and select the Wi-Fi ON/OFF option to activate the Wi-Fi. When on, the Wifi Symbol should be seen upper right corner Note: Wi-fi initialisation can take up to 60 seconds to complete, please be patient Incorporated into the Wi-Fi system is an in-built 4GB data storage module in the antenna, this enables data to be stored independently whilst taking measurements to enable a more secure mode of data collection. Data transmission can be interrupted when utilising Wi-Fi and the in-built storage guarantees that data continue to be safely collected during the Wi-Fi drop out. This function is automatically activated when the Wi-Fi option is switched on. - Page 16 interference and improve your Wi-Fi signal. The best option would be to use a Wi- Fi analyzer app on your smart phone to ascertain the local Wi-Fi channels that are most congested. Choose and install a free app from the App Store or Google Play and launch it. Use the overview option to see the wireless networks in your area and which channels are the quietest. Some apps will inform you which Wi-Fi channels are better for a good connection. Once you have chosen the new channel, will take approximately 1 minute to finish the channel switching. Restoring Missing Traces It is possible to move the antenna away from the GX Controller once a measurement has commenced. During this remote operation, or if the Wi-Fi is disrupted when working locally, the in-built memory card in the antenna will store the GPR data thus enabling the measurement to continue. To stop the...
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Page 17: Wi-Fi Initiation Via Wire
Once the restoration process is successful, press the rotary Navigator button to close the window. the Controller experiences difficulty restoring the missing traces, it may be necessary to restore via wired connection. If this Restore Via Wire message is displayed, press the Navigator button to close the widow, connect the data cable between the antenna and the Controller. Switch the Wi-Fi off and then proceed to the Work... - Page 18 Note: WiFi initialisation can take up to 90 seconds to complete, please be patient...
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Page 19: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Core Technology: MALÅ HDR GPR Control Unit: MALÅ GX Controller Dimension excl. drone: W580 x L1040 x H240 mm (W23” x L41” x H9½”) Antenna separation: 530 mm (21”) Antenna weight incl. 2 batteries: 3.23 kg (7 lb 2 oz) Antenna weight excl. 2 batteries: 2.31 kg (5 lb 1 oz) Battery weight: 0.46 kg (1 lb) Operating time: Approximately 1 hour Antenna Frequencies: 80 MHz Communication: Complies with IEEE802.11 b/g/n Positioning input: Standard GPS support (SBAS)
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