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MEMS Digital Inclinometer
System with Android
Instruction Manual
All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the
information contained in this document. RST Instruments Ltd reserves the
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Copyright © 2021. RST Instruments Ltd. All rights reserved.
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March 15, 2021

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information contained in this document. RST Instruments Ltd reserves the right to change the information at any time and assumes no liability for its accuracy.
  • Page 2 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual EVISION ISTORY Rev. Revision History Date Prepared By Approved By Initial release 2021-Mar-15 ICM0099A...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS ......................1 NTRODUCTION ......................3 IGITAL ROBE ...................... 4 UMMY ROBE ............4 ONVENTION AND EASURED EVIATION ....................7 AKING EADINGS .................. 9 NCLINOMETER ABLE AND ................10 NCLINOMETER...
  • Page 4 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual ....................34 PIRAL ROBE ? .................. 34 ......................34 HECKSUMS ....................35 EVIATION .................... 35 BSOLUTE OSITION ................35 NCREMENTAL ISPLACEMENT ................35 UMULATIVE ISPLACEMENT ..................... 35 YSTEM OMPATIBILITY ..................36 ARE AND AINTENANCE &...
  • Page 5 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual IST OF IGURES Figure 1 – System Overview ...................... 2 Figure 2 – Digital Probe Sizing ....................3 Figure 3 – Probe Orientation ...................... 5 Figure 4 – Sign Convention in the A-axis and Deviation D measured by inclinometer probe ..6 Figure 5 –...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Any subsequent deviations in the casing from this initial value (i.e. baseline reading) represent changes occurring in the subsurface. The RST MEMS Digital Inclinometer System can accurately measure the rate, depth, and magnitude of these deviations.

  • Page 7: Figure 1 - System Overview

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Figure 1 – System Overview 1. Soft Shell Case 2. Digital Inclinometer Probe (w/ protective end cap) 3. 70mm/2.75” OD Cable Grip 4. 85mm/3.34” OD Cable Grip 5. Android Device 6. Silicone Lubricant (for use on connectors) 7.

  • Page 8: Igital Robe

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual IGITAL ROBE In general terms, the new Digital Probe resembles that of the traditional analog probes sold by RST. The RST Digital Inclinometer has the smallest package available for a given wheel spacing, with the best ability to track deformed casings.

  • Page 9: Dummy Probe

    If it is found that the dummy probe passes through all areas of the casing, the RST MEMS Digital Inclinometer System will function. Therefore, the existing hole will still be viable, and a new hole will not need to be drilled.

  • Page 10: Figure 3 - Probe Orientation

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Figure 3 – Probe Orientation The RST Digital Inclinometer System uses the industry standard sign convention, where tilt in the direction of the upper wheels results in a positive deviation and tilt in the direction of...

  • Page 11: Figure 4 - Sign Convention In The A-Axis And Deviation D Measured By Inclinometer Probe

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Figure 4 – Sign Convention in the A-axis and Deviation D measured by inclinometer probe Figure 5 shows the sign convention for the A and B axis. UPPER UPPER WHEEL WHEEL BEHIND PROBE Figure 5 –...

  • Page 12: Taking Readings

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Figure 6 – A+ Marking on the Inclinometer Probe AKING EADINGS 1. Upon arrival at the site, remove the protective caps from the casing, the probe, and the control cable. If possible, flush the borehole with clean water prior to taking measurements.
  • Page 13 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 6. Once the probe is at the desired depth, place the cable grip on the top of the casing and hang the cable by the aluminum crimps. The objective is placement repeatability within 5mm (0.25 inch). This is extremely important to ensure accurate and repeatable results.

  • Page 14: Inclinometer Cable And Reel

    NCLINOMETER ABLE AND The RST MEMS Digital Inclinometer System comes with a durable lightweight reel that is easy to handle. Since only a pair of conductors is needed in the cable, the weight and dimensions of the cable are drastically reduced as compared to a traditional analog cable.

  • Page 15: Inclinometer Reel Battery

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual NCLINOMETER ATTERY If the serial number of the reel is 2500 or above, the battery is contained inside the inclinometer reel. The inside of the reel is not accessible to the user and the battery is not removable.

  • Page 16: Charging The Battery

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Table 1 Battery status LED LED Flash Battery Status 1 flash, reel does not power on Battery completely discharged 2 flashes, reel does not power on Battery discharged below level required to connect...

  • Page 17: Android Digital Inclinometer

    IGITAL NCLINOMETER The RST MEMS Digital Inclinometer System app runs on most Android devices running Android 5.1 and higher. The Android device functions as a readout and data storage device. Data reduction can be performed on site as soon as the survey is complete. The app is equipped with data visualization features to qualify data accuracy.

  • Page 18: Samsung Galaxy Taba

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 4.2.1 S AMSUNG ALAXY CTIVE Figure 8 – Samsung Active2 tablet Table 2 Samsung Active2 Feature Highlights Model Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 Operating System Android 9 1.6 GHz, Octa Core Memory 3 GB 8.0”...

  • Page 19: Juniper Mesa3

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 4.2.2 J UNIPER Figure 9 – Juniper Mesa3 tablet Table 3 Juniper Mesa3 feature highlights Model Juniper Mesa3 Operating System Android 9 1.6 GHz, Octa Core Memory 6 GB 7.0” / (1280 x 800)

  • Page 20: Juniper Cp3

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 4.2.3 J UNIPER Figure 10 – Juniper CP3 smartphone Table 4 Juniper CP3 feature highlights Model Juniper CP3 Operating System Android 7 Snapdragon 653 Octa-core Memory 6 GB 5.5” / (1920 x 1080)

  • Page 21: Digital Inclinometer App W

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual IGITAL NCLINOMETER ORKFLOW 4.3.1 I NSTALL OR PDATE THE The RST Digital Inclinometer app is available for download from the Google Play Store. Installation and updated information is fast, easy, and secure. To find the RST app, search the keywords “RST Inclinometer”...

  • Page 22: App User Interfaceo

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual • Date and Time Setting – ensure that the date and time information is correct, as the Digital Inclinometer app embeds the date and time information into the reading data. 4.3.3 A...

  • Page 23: Workflow Overview

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Table 5 Icon definitions Top Title Bar Icons Icon Short Name Description Close Close current configuration without saving Back Return to the previous screen More View more options Edit Edit configuration Delete...

  • Page 24: View Site List

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual • View Single Reading – a list of the depth measurements and plot options for a selected reading. Figure 13 – Workflow Overview Hierarchy 4.3.5 V The View Site List is at the top of the workflow screen. The View Site List displays a listing of the available sites sorted based on the site creation date.

  • Page 25: View Borehole List

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 4.3.6 V OREHOLE The View Borehole List is displayed when the user selects a particular site from the View Site List screen. The View Borehole List displays a listing of the available boreholes sorted based on the borehole creation date.

  • Page 26: View Readings List

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 4.3.7 V EADINGS The View Readings List is displayed when the user selects a particular borehole from the View Borehole List screen. The View Reading List displays a listing of readings taken from the borehole sorted based on the borehole reading timestamp.

  • Page 27: Figure 17 - Select The Base Reading

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual graphing feature allow the user to analyze results at the borehole and take appropriate actions based on the collected results. To utilize the comparison graphing feature, the user must first configure the desired data set to review.

  • Page 28: View Readings List - C 4.3.9 Add Readings

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Step 3 - Select the desired graphs Once the desired data set has been selected, the Digital Inclinometer app may plot 5 different types of comparison graphs for either Axis A or Axis B. The 5 comparison graphs are: •...

  • Page 29: Figure 19 - Axis A+ Reading At Bottom Depth (10M) And Top Depth (0.5M)

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual The Digital Inclinometer app first ensures the reel and probe are functional and communicating with the app via Bluetooth. The Digital Inclinometer app then performs integrity checks by verifying that the probe type is a vertical probe and the units in the probe match the borehole units configuration.

  • Page 30: Figure 20 - Axis A- Reading Bottom Depth (10M) And Top Depth (0.5M)

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual ALL or RETAKE SINGLE button for that reading. The two retake options are defined as follows: • RETAKE ALL requires that the user retake all readings from the retake depth to the top of the borehole.

  • Page 31: Elete And Configure

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual – D 4.3.10 A EADINGS ELETE AND ONFIGURE The user accepts the displacement reading as the probe ascends or descends to different depths. During this data collection process, the user may require changes to the data collection.

  • Page 32: Ata And Graph

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Figure 22 – Modify reading option 4.3.11 A EADINGS ATA AND RAPH The Add Readings feature is equipped with data view and data graphing capabilities. These facilities are intended to allow the user to view the data during the collection of reading to assist with data validation.

  • Page 33: Export Reading Files

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual • Absolute Position The Digital Inclinometer app generates graphs based on the available data collected during the reading process. For borehole depths that have not yet collected readings, the lines are interpolated with dotted lines instead of solid lines. Figure 24 show sample graph types with data collected up to a depth of 6 meters.

  • Page 34: Export Readingf

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual The export feature is available by tapping the Measure icon at the bottom left corner of the bottom status bar followed by tapping the Import/Export selection. The export feature permits the user to select the desired site(s) and borehole(s) to export. Figure 25 shows a sample export screen.

  • Page 35: Verview

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Enter the recipient(s) email address. The subject line and composition are optional fields. Upon completion of the email, tap the send icon to send the email. Figure 26 shows a sample of the email workflow.

  • Page 36: Torage

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 4.3.17 I MPORT ILE FROM TORAGE The import zip file allows the user to import a zip file that was exported or emailed by another Android device. The zip file is an archive that contains the DigitalInclinometer folder structure.

  • Page 37: Reel And Probe S 4.3.19 Devices List

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Connecting to probe… Probe App has received update of the probe status indicating successful communication with the probe. 4.3.19 D EVICES The Digital Inclinometer app retrieves the reel and probe information during each connection.

  • Page 38: Probe Types

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual • Model – RST Digital Inclinometer Reel • Serial Number – serial number of the reel • Battery Voltage – battery voltage level • Firmware – reel firmware version • Run Time – number of minutes the reel has been connected to the app Probe Information •...

  • Page 39: Incline Probe

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual The readings taken represent the vertical displacement, defined by (½m)*(SIN (a)), where “a” is the angle between the horizon and the longitudinal axis of the probe. NCLINE ROBE The Incline probe measures inclination in a borehole at 35-degree tilt. Measurements are made in a single pass along the A axis.

  • Page 40: Mean Deviation

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual same elevation in an earlier survey conducted at a previous date, it may mean that one of the two readings in the + or - direction was not done properly, and the user will then be able to repeat that same reading in order to restore the checksum to a similar lower value as in previous surveys.

  • Page 41: Care And Maintenance

    One light spray to cover all contacts is enough after cleaning the connector. Ensure the connector is clean and dry before applying the silicone spray. Contact RST Instruments to purchase a replacement bottle of silicone spray. The RST recommends 3M Silicone Lubricant (Part # 62467849303), or Haynes Silicone Oil.

  • Page 42: Inclinometer Probe

    These products will damage the elastomers in the connectors resulting in loss of communication with the digital probe. ONLY use the supplied silicon lubricant or an RST-approved equivalent. If ever in doubt or any questions arise, do not hesitate to contact RST Instruments for further information. NCLINOMETER ROBE The digital inclinometer probe consists of high-grade stainless-steel components and is completely sealed;...

  • Page 43: Android Device

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Warning If the surveyed borehole has alkaline groundwater conditions, flush the borehole with fresh water prior to taking readings, and thoroughly rinse the cable with fresh water after the survey is complete. This will help to minimize potential corrosion of the aluminum cable crimps.
  • Page 44 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual 3. Select File – Import – DT/DTY or DT and DTX Data 4. Navigate to the directory containing the RST data files 5. Change List File Types to All Files (*.*) from DT & DTY (*.DT) 6.

  • Page 45: System Specifications 11 Troubleshooting

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual YSTEM PECIFICATIONS Inclinometer Wheelbase 0.5 m (24 inches) Probe Length Including Connector 710 mm (28 inches) Probe Diameter 25.4 mm (1.00 inch) Probe Weight 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs.) Probe Material Stainless Steel Memory >...
  • Page 46 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual • If the Reel Hub is not visible on the devices list, check that the Bluetooth device in the Android setting page is set to On. To verify, launch the Android Settings app.
  • Page 47 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Digital Inclinometer app crashes at application launch • The Digital Inclinometer app data is corrupted. If the app’s exported file is available, it is advisable to retrieve the data for recovery and re-import. The Android app storage memory may have to be cleared.

  • Page 48: Figure 42 - Battery Removal / Installation

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Appendix A C HANGING THE ATTERY FOR REELS WITH 2500) SERIAL NUMBERS UNDER Batteries inside reels with serial numbers under 2500 may be removed for recharging. The reel uses a 7.4V lithium-ion camcorder battery. The system comes with a battery housed inside the reel and a charger.

  • Page 49: Figure 44 - Initial Charge

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Phase I – Initial Charge All 3 LED’s flashing in sequence from MED (left) to MAX (right). If the battery is low, this will be the first charge phase. With high capacity batteries, this phase can sometimes be the longest of the 3 phases.

  • Page 50: Figure 48 - Error In Charging

    MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual Error Condition Figure 36 – Error in Charging The Error Condition will also be indicated if the charger senses and problem with the battery being charged. To reset the error condition, unplug the charger from the power adapter for a few seconds, and then reconnect it.

  • Page 51: Battery

    Android devices: • Select the Play Store app from the Android Desktop. • At the top of the Search panel, enter the search word “RST Instruments”. • Select the Digital Inclinometer app. • Follow the installation prompts to install the app.
  • Page 52 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual The Digital Inclinometer app may be un-installed if a problem occurs with the app due to corruption, or compatibility reason. After the app is uninstalled, all the data files associated with the app are also permanently removed.
  • Page 53 MEMS Digital Inclinometer System with Android Instruction Manual • Notification sounds – Select the desired sound type when the user takes a reading. B-8. T OUCH ANEL ONTROL PTIONS Each Android device may have customizable touch panel sensitivity options. These settings optimize the touch screen sensitivity for different input methods or environmental conditions such as water droplets, gloves, stylus or finger.

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