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This manual is valid for PiCUS TreeQinetic systems of these versions:
Hardware Version:
Firmware Version:
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PiCUS TreeQinetic
Manual
0.1.0000
0.0.0707
1.0
28 Mai 2021
argus electronic gmbh
Erich-Schlesinger-Straße 49d
Tel.: +49 (0) 381 - 496814 – 40
www.argus-electronic.de
email:
kontakt@argus-electronic.de
18059 Rostock
Germany

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  • Page 1 PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual This manual is valid for PiCUS TreeQinetic systems of these versions: Hardware Version: 0.1.0000 Firmware Version: 0.0.0707 App Version: Manual version: 28 Mai 2021 argus electronic gmbh Erich-Schlesinger-Straße 49d 18059 Rostock Germany Tel.: +49 (0) 381 - 496814 – 40 www.argus-electronic.de...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 1 Content Abreviations and Acknowledgements ................4 Intended Use ......................4 Designated Application .................... 5 Disclaimer ....................... 5 Packing List (Starter) ....................6 Measuring Instruments ....................8 Description of System Components ................ 8 4.1.1 Communication Unit ..................8 4.1.2...
  • Page 3 PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Page – Tree Data ....................27 5.5.2 Page – Test Setup ..................28 5.5.3 Page – Forcemeter ..................29 5.5.4 Page – Elastometer ..................30 5.5.5 Page – Inclinometer ..................30 5.5.6 Tab – Measure .......................31 Page – Control ....................31 5.6.1 Page – Live View Numeric ................32 5.6.2...

  • Page 4: Abreviations And Acknowledgements

    The tree static pulling test is so far the only method that allows conclusions to be drawn on uprooting and breaking safety in equal measure. The PiCUS TreeQinetic measuring instruments are optimized for such pulling tests and provide the necessary data basis for safety calculations.

  • Page 5: Designated Application

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 3.2 Designated Application The PiCUS TreeQinetic System is intended for use as measuring instrument in tree static pulling tests. In the pulling test, the tree under investigation is subjected to a measured load in a controlled manner using a pulling rope, while the reaction of the trunk and roots to this load is recorded.

  • Page 6: Packing List (Starter)

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 3.4 Packing List (Starter) No. Designation Amount Case Communication Unit Forcemeter Inclinometer Inclinometer mount (in the lid compartment, not pictured) Elastometer Elastometer needles (in pairs) Gauge for Elasto needles Overload Indicator Measuring Software and digital manual (USB drive)
  • Page 7 PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 13; 14 Designation Amount PTQ Charging cable PTQ USB cable Data cablel 5 m Data cable 30 m (Forcemeter) Shackle (Forcemeter) Pliers for Elasto needles (hand riveter) Power supply Power supply cable Table 2 – Packing List PTQ Starter Part II...

  • Page 8: Measuring Instruments

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 4 Measuring Instruments 4.1 Description of System Components This chapter gives an overview of the components, structure and functions of PiCUS TreeQinetic. 4.1.1 Communication Unit The PTQ communication unit (abr. com unit) is the central part of the system. It sends command signals to the sensor moduls, receives measuring data from them and forwards the data to the PC or mobile device.
  • Page 9 PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Operation The com unit is switched on or off by briefly holding the on/off switch. After starting, the display shows device information and the serial number. After a device search has been carried out, the display lists the connected modules in order of device type.

  • Page 10: Forcemeter

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 4.1.2 Forcemeter The Forcemeter is mounted on the rope to measure the force exerted on the tree. Explanation of Parts No. Designation Function • Attachment eyes Attachment points for shackles. Use with delivered iron shackles only! •...

  • Page 11: Inclinometer

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Mounting To attach the forcemeter one of the steel shackles supplied is attached to each side. The bolt is inserted into the hole of the forcemeter housing. The screwed-on spacer rings centre the forcemeter, they are not designed for taking up loads.
  • Page 12 PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Explanation of Parts No. Designation Function • Display Displays menu • Direction Indicator Indicates inclination direction • On / Off Turn on / off • OK Button Navigation in the menu • Status LED Flashing during measurement •...
  • Page 13 PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Mounting Inclinometers are connected to the magnet of an inclinometer mount using the ball on the back. The infinitely adjustable guide of the ball allows the inclinometer to be precisely aligned before measurement. That means the front side with the display is flat horizontal while X and Y value display zero with minor decimals.

  • Page 14: Elastometer

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 4.1.4 Elastometer The PTQ Elastometer measures the change in the length of the wood fibres to which it is connected. This change in length can be positive (elongation or strain) or negative (compression). Explanation of Parts No. Designation Function •...
  • Page 15 PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Montage To attach an elastometer to the tree, you need a pair of elastometer needles, the needle gauge and a hammer. The needles are inserted into the gauge so that the tips point away from the handle and towards the tree.

  • Page 16: Overlaod Indicator

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 4.1.5 Overlaod Indicator The PTQ overload indicator clearly warns by means of optical and acoustic signals when the measured values reach and exceed the given limits. Explanation of Parts No. Designation Function • Flashing lights Optical warning •...

  • Page 17: Cables

    Backup for transmission to PC Table 8 – Delivered cables and their applications 4.1.7 Case The PiCUS TreeQinetic system is supplied in a practical instrument case in which suitable holders are provided for all sensitive components. The inclinometer holders are located in the lid.

  • Page 18: Eightfold Charger (Optional)

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 4.1.8 Eightfold Charger (Optional) As an optional accessory for extended TreeQinetic systems, the eightfold charger is available. This is primarily intended to charge up to eight PTQ modules simultaneously. However, this device can also be used as a distributor for data cables during the measurement.

  • Page 19: Anemometer (Optional)

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 4.1.9 Anemometer (Optional) Wind meter for use with the PiCUS TreeQinetic. If instead of the usual pulling test, the effect of the wind on the tree is to be investigated, this anemometer is used to determine the wind parameters while inclinometer and elastometer record the reaction of the tree.

  • Page 20: General Operating Instructions

    4.2 General Operating Instructions 4.2.1 Ambient Conditions The PiCUS TreeQinetic System is designed for measurements under field conditions, but when using these highly sensitive instruments, the ambient conditions should be considered. The intended temperature range is 0 - 40 °C.

  • Page 21: Automatic Switch-Off

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 4.2.3 Automatic switch-off In order to save energy by unintentional switch-on, the devices switch off automatically after a certain time without key operation and communication. This is the case after 30 minutes for com unit and sensor modules. The forcemeter switches itself off after 60 minutes.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    4.2.5 Maintenance Maintenance work is to be carried out solely and exclusively by the workshop of argus electronic GmbH at the company headquarters. Opening the devices voids all warranty and can cause damage to the respective devices.

  • Page 23: App

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5 App 5.1 Installation The app can be downloaded for free from the Google Play Store (for Android) as well as from the Apple Store (for iOS). Just search for: PTQ.App 5.2 Starting the App After installation, start the PTQ.App by tapping the icon in the app list of your mobile device.

  • Page 24: Features Of Android

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.2.2 Features of Android If you have denied one or more of these permissions and would like to change this later, you have two options under Android: 1. via the app itself If you have denied the memory access, the app will request the permission at every restart.

  • Page 25: Features Of Android

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 3. Each tab contains a number of pages, which can be selected at the top. On these pages, depending on the function, data can be entered, the measuring instruments controlled, etc. The functions of input fields or buttons are indicated by corresponding pictograms. Buttons can be recognized by a 3D effect of the pictogram.

  • Page 26: Tab - Control

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.4 Tab – Control This tab contains elements for configuring the app and connecting to the PTQ measurement system. 5.4.1 Page – Communication Unit This page is used to connect the app to an active PTQ communication unit.

  • Page 27: Page - Info

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.4.2 Page – Info This page contains information about this app and a link to the website of argus electronic gmbh. 5.5 Tab – Project 5.5.1 Page – Management This page manages all projects saved in this mobile device.

  • Page 28: Page - Test Setup

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Enter the tree diameter transverse to the pulling direction, at 1 m height, in [cm]. Enter the bark thickness at 1 m height, in [cm]. With this button the app determines the position of the tree using the GPS of your mobile device.

  • Page 29: Page - Forcemeter

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Furthermore: 1. Device List This list shows the sensor modules found, sorted by type. Each list entry displays different detailed information about the respective device: a. Device Type (Text) b. Address c. Device color d. Device type (Pictogram) e.

  • Page 30: Page - Elastometer

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual Enter the height of the rope anchor point in [m]. If you are using an older type of forcemeter without integrated inclination sensor, you can enter the rope angle at maximum force by hand. Specify the pulling direction here.

  • Page 31: Tab - Measure

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.6 Tab – Measure 5.6.1 Page – Control This page is used to control the data recording of a measurement. If you start a measurement, the app automatically displays this page. First the measurement is initialized by automatically performing the zero calibration of all sensor modules.

  • Page 32: Page - Live View Numeric

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 3. Button: Start / Pause data recording Switches the mode. In live mode (initial state of measurement), the measurement data of the sensor modules are exclusively displayed live. In recording mode, the data are permanently recorded and saved.

  • Page 33: Tab - Data View

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.6.3 Page – Live View Diagram This page displays the live data of a running measurement in clearly arranged bar charts. NOTE Only the absolute values of the measurements are displayed here. One chart is displayed for each device type, which shows one bar for each sensor module found during the device search.

  • Page 34: Page - Forcemeter

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.7.2 Page – Forcemeter This page displays the recorded data curves of all forcemeters involved in the measurement in a line diagram. By tapping the buttons below the diagram the data display of each forcemeter can be adjusted: •...

  • Page 35: Page - Inclinometer

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.7.4 Page – Inclinometer This page displays the recorded data of all inclinometers involved in the measurement in a line diagram. By tapping the buttons below the diagram the data display of each inclinometer can be adjusted: •...

  • Page 36: Vibrating Alert

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.8.2 Vibrating Alert If, during a running measurement, the measured value of one of the sensor modules exceeds the set alarm limit, this is not only displayed graphically on the live data pages, but the vibration alarm of the mobile device is triggered (if available).

  • Page 37: Managing The Measurement Data

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.9 Managing the Measurement Data 5.9.1 Project Structure The app automatically creates an ordered project structure in which all project components (project data, tree data, setup data, photos, measurement data) are sorted. This structure looks as follows: The main folder of the app is called PicusTQdata.

  • Page 38: Compatibility With Arbostat

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 5.9.2.1 Android Connect your mobile device to a PC with a USB cable. When doing so, pay attention to the display of your mobile device; you may have to confirm that data may be exchanged with the Then, on the PC, navigate to your mobile device using the file browser you are using (e.g.

  • Page 39: Software

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 6 Software To be updated...

  • Page 40: Technical Information

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 7 Technical Information NiMH rechargeable batteries are used in all devices of the system with built-in batteries. 7.1 PTQ Com Unit Property Value general Weight 690 g Dimensions 150 mm x 100 mm x 70 mm Battery...

  • Page 41: Ptq Inclinometer

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 7.3 PTQ Inclinometer Property Value general Weight 280 g Dimensions 140 mm x 60 mm x 55 mm Battery Capacity 2000 mAh Runtime (in usual conditions) ca. 15 h Charging mode Via com unit or eightfold charger Max.

  • Page 42: Ptq Überlast-Warner

    PiCUS TreeQinetic Manual 7.5 PTQ Überlast-Warner Property Value general Weight 280 g Dimensions 140 mm x 60 mm x 55 mm Battery Kapazität 2000 mAh Runtime (in usual conditions) Ca. 20 h Charging mode Via com unit or eightfold charger Max.

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