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  • Page 1 11545 Kingston St., information contained in this document. Maple Ridge, BC RST Instruments Ltd. reserves the right to Canada V2X 0Z5 change the information at any time and SALES + SERVICE +MANUFACTURING assumes no liability for its accuracy.
  • Page 2 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual EVISION ISTORY Rev. Revision History Date Prepared Approved Initial release 2021-Mar-15 Spiral probe instructions added 2022-Feb-24 Auto-accept feature instructions 2022-Jul-04 added Layout corrections 2022-Sep-13 DH, PL Removed references to the 2023-Mar-7...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS MEMS I ..............IGITAL NCLINOMETER YSTEM ..............WITH NDROID NSTRUCTION ANUAL ....................5 NTRODUCTION Intended Audience ..................5 Icons and Conventions Used In This Guide ..........5 ....................6...
  • Page 4 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 7.2.4 Add Vertical Readings Using Auto Accept ........25 7.2.5 Add Vertical Readings – Data and Graph ........27 7.2.6 View Completed Readings (Vertical Probe) ........29 7.2.7 View Completed Readings – Comparison Graph (Vertical Probe) . 29 Delete and Configure Readings ...............
  • Page 5 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 16.1 Install the Digital Inclinometer App from the Google Play Store ....51 16.2 Install the Digital Inclinometer App APK from Local Storage ....51 16.3 Connect the USB For File Transfer ............52 16.4 Uninstall the Digital Inclinometer App............

  • Page 6: Digital Mems Inclinometer System

    Any subsequent deviations in the casing from this initial value or baseline reading, represent changes occurring in the subsurface. The Digital MEMS Inclinometer System can accurately measure the rate, depth, and magnitude of these deviations. The Digital MEMS Inclinometer System measures lateral movement of earthworks or structures, landslides, and embankment fills.

  • Page 7: System Overview

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual YSTEM VERVIEW ARTS AND OMPONENTS Figure 1: Parts and components 1. Soft shell case 7. Device accessories 2. Digital inclinometer probe with 8. USB cable for Android device protective end cap 9.

  • Page 8: Probe Types

    300 lbs to shear pin to prevent damage to the probe or cable. Contact RST Instruments Ltd. for instructions on retrieving a probe that is stuck in a hole and replacing the probe shear pins.

  • Page 9: Vertical Probe

    The RST dummy probe has the exact same weight and dimensions as the standard probe. A ring is provided in place of the connector which allows the dummy probe to be lowered by a rope. Contact RST Instruments Ltd. to purchase a dummy probe.

  • Page 10: Vertical Digital Probe

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual ERTICAL IGITAL ROBE ONVENTION AND EASURED EVIATION The vertical digital probe houses two MEMS accelerometers, which measure tilt in two axes. Proper installation of the inclinometer casing attempts to align one set of grooves in line with the axis of expected movement.

  • Page 11: Nclinometer Able And Eel

    NCLINOMETER ABLE AND The RST Digital MEMS 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 compared to a traditional analog cable.

  • Page 12: Inclinometer Reel Battery

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual grips provide a solid reference for the cable crimps to sit in. This results in reduced operator error, with checksums smaller and surveys more accurate. ® The thin, strong cable contains a Kevlar strength member, allowing a long length of cable to fit on a small reel with no stretch.

  • Page 13: Charge The Battery - Reel With Serial Number 2500 Or Above

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual – R 2500 HARGE THE ATTERY EEL WITH ERIAL UMBER BOVE NOTE: Do not follow these instructions if the reel serial number is 2499 or lower. Refer to Section 15. To charge the battery on a reel with a serial number 2500 or higher, locate the battery port on the side of reel.

  • Page 14: Devices List

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual Figure 9: Status icons Figure 10: Expanded status The statuses provide diagnostic information as shown in Table 2. Device Status Description Reel Disconnected App is searching for a Bluetooth connection to the reel.

  • Page 15: Reel And Probe Information

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual MY DEVICES show reels within Bluetooth coverage of the app and that were connected in the past. When you launch the app, it will automatically try to connect to devices in this list. Tap FORGET opposite the device to remove it from the list.

  • Page 16: Reel Information

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 5.6.1 Reel Information Information on the Reel screen includes the following: • Status – reel connection status • Model – RST Digital Inclinometer Reel • Serial Number – reel’s serial number •...

  • Page 17: Device Recommendations

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual • have Android version 5.1 or higher • be Google Mobile Services certified and have pre-installed apps such as Google Play and Gmail • have Bluetooth to connect to legacy and latest generation inclinometer...

  • Page 18: App Pre-Requisite Settings

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual NOTE: The app is designed with compatibility in mind. The updates should maintain accumulated historical data. However, you should always export the accumulated data before updating the app version in case there is a compatibility issue. For information on exporting historical data, see Section 9.

  • Page 19: Workflow Hierarchy

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual The icons are in different regions and provides context-sensitive functions as shown in Table 3 below. Top Title Bar Icons Icon Short Name Function Close Close current configuration without saving Back...

  • Page 20: View Site List

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual • View site list shows list of all the created sites and allows a user to create a new site • View borehole list shows list of all created borehole for a selected site, and allows a user to create a new borehole •...

  • Page 21: View Borehole List

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 6.4.4 View Borehole List The View Borehole List appears when the user selects a site from the Sites screen and shows a list of available boreholes sorted by borehole creation date. Items in the list shows the name and the depth of the borehole.
  • Page 22 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 2. Complete the following fields: • Site Name (required) – name of the site • Client Company Name – name of the client’s company • Contact on Site – name of the contact person •...

  • Page 23: Add Vertical Readings

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual ERTICAL EADINGS The reading involves taking the Axis A+/B+ measurements followed by the Axis A-/B- measurements after the probe is rotated 180 degrees. Take Axis A+ Readings – First Pass 7.2.1 To take an Axis A+ reading, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 24: Retake A Reading On The Axis A

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 7.2.2 Retake a reading on the Axis A+ To retake a previously accepted reading on the Axis A+, complete the following steps: 1. Lower the probe to the depth where you want to retake the reading.

  • Page 25: Add Vertical Readings Using Auto Accept

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual To retake a previously accepted reading on the Axis A-, complete the following steps: 1. Lower the probe to the re-take depth. 2. On the app, scroll to the depth and tap RETAKE ALL or RETAKE SINGLE.
  • Page 26 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 2. Configure reading options in the following fields: • Active axis threshold (uV) – noise threshold for active axis • Cross axis threshold (uV) – nose threshold for cross axis threshold •...

  • Page 27: Add Vertical Readings - Data And Graph

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 8. Tap OK on the app to start the second survey pass. Once the top depth is reached on the second pass, a prompt appears on the app indicating the reading process is complete and the readings are automatically saved in the device’s memory.

  • Page 28: Figure 22: Sample Absolute, Mean Deviation And Checksum Plots

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual Graph View The Readings Graph feature plots the accumulated data from either Axis A or Axis B in three plotting options: • Checksum • Mean Deviation • Absolute Position The app generates graphs based on the available data collected during the reading.

  • Page 29: View Completed Readings (Vertical Probe)

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 7.2.6 View Completed Readings (Vertical Probe) The View Reading List shows a list of readings taken from the borehole sorted by reading timestamp. Items in the list show the reading completion date and time.
  • Page 30 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual that occurred. The comparison graph allows you to analyze results at the borehole and take appropriate actions based on the collected results. To use the comparison graph, you must configure the desired data set to review and then select the base reading and the comparison reading data sets.

  • Page 31: Delete And Configure Readings

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual Checksum • Checksum in A+/A- plane = A+ plus A- • Checksum in B+/B- plane = B+ plus B- Checksum should be reasonably constant and of small magnitude; large and inconsistent Checksums may indicate that a problem exists. However, the consistency of checksums from survey to survey is more important than the actual value of the checksums.

  • Page 32: Configure Reading Options

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 1. Tap Delete. A confirmation prompt appears. 2. Tap Delete. The reading is permanently deleted from the list. 7.3.2 Configure Reading Options To configure the reading options, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 33: Take Readings With Spiral Probe

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual • Number of readings to calculate average – if Average readings is enabled, this field defines the amount of time between readings • Show noise bar –shows or hides the noise bar •...
  • Page 34 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual user throughout the data collection process. Some of the prompts are shown in figures on the next page. The prompts that are displayed are: • Waiting for the probe to stabilize – the app is waiting for the probe to stabilize where the nose is below the threshold.
  • Page 35 Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 3. Tap START. The initial position is measured. The app makes a sound when the probe is stable, and the reading is taken. 4. Pull the probe up to the next depth and repeat the process.

  • Page 36: View Completed Readings

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual OMPLETED EADINGS The Add Spiral Readings feature allows you to view data during the reading collection to help with data validation. The Data View tabulates the recorded readings during the reading process. As readings are collected, new reading entries are added to the table.

  • Page 37: Export To Email

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 2. Tap EXPORT TO DEVICE. XPORT TO MAIL The Android device must have internet access using cellular or Wi-Fi and an email app (such as Gmail) pre-configured with an account. The Digital Inclinometer app compresses the reading files into a zip file named “DigitalInclinometer.zip”.

  • Page 38: Import Reading Files

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 4. Tap SEND. MPORT EADING ILES The Import Reading Files feature allows data collected from another device from the Digital Inclinometer app to be imported and added to the Android device.

  • Page 39: What Does The Data Mean

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual you to select the location of the zip file. Select the desired zip file to import into the Digital Inclinometer app. 10 W 10.1 ERTICAL ROBE The system has been developed to accurately measure the lateral movement of earthworks and structures.
  • Page 40 Once the data is collected, it can be imported into RST Inclinalysis Software. A spiral correction can then be applied to the Digital Inclinometer data and plots of the corrected borehole data can be created. For further information on Inclinalysis software, please contact RST Instruments Ltd. or visit our website at: http://www.rstinstruments.com. ICM0099C RST Instruments Ltd.

  • Page 41: System Compatibility

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual Figure 26: Spiral Data Collection Method 11 S YSTEM OMPATIBILITY Regardless of the inclinometer system being used, the probe wheels must be placed in the same locations during each profiling of the borehole. This does not necessarily have to be the same depth marked on the inclinometer cable.

  • Page 42: 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. NOTE: Contact RST Instruments to purchase a replacement bottle of silicone spray. • Elastomers contained in the connector can be seriously degraded if exposed to solvents, direct sunlight, or high ozone levels for extended periods of time.

  • Page 43: Inclinometer Probe

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 12.2 NCLINOMETER ROBE The digital inclinometer probe has high-grade stainless-steel components and is completely sealed. Minimal maintenance is required. Maintenance of the digital inclinometer probe includes the following: • After the borehole survey is complete, wipe moisture off the probe and place the protective caps over the connectors.

  • Page 44: Android Device

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 12.4 NDROID EVICE To keep the Android device in good condition and working properly, follow these care guidelines: • Keep the device away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not expose it to liquids or precipitation.

  • Page 45: System Specifications

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 13 S 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...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 14 T ROUBLESHOOTING This section includes common issues with the Digital MEMS Inclinometer System, the app and the Android device, and possible solutions. 14.1 IGITAL NCLINOMETER ANNOT ONNECT TO THE •...

  • Page 47: Android Device Does Not Have Internet Over Wi-Fi

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 14.3 NDROID EVICE DOES NOT HAVE NTERNET OVER • Wi-Fi coverage may be affected by distance from the access point and physical obstructions. Try moving to a different location to see if Wi-Fi coverage improves.

  • Page 48: B R S N U 2500

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual the app. Download a new version of the app the from the Google Play Store and install. See Section 16.1or 16.2 for steps reinstalling the app. Import the site and borehole data files to the app.

  • Page 49: Battery And Charging Status

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual battery contacts align with the contacts in the reel hub for proper operation. 15.1 ATTERY AND HARGING TATUS 15.1.1 Charging time The 7.4V 2200mAh lithium-ion batteries supplied with the Digital MEMS Inclinometer System takes approximately 80 minutes to fully charge if completely depleted.

  • Page 50: Table 6: Med Charge Led Indications

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual NOTE: When the battery is first connected, the LEDs may instantly indicate MED, HI or MAX charge depending on the charge status of the battery. Charging will continue normally from that point. It is normal for the charger, AC adapter, or the battery to become warm during charging.

  • Page 51: Android Tips And Procedures

    To install or update the Digital Inclinometer App from Google Play, complete the following steps: 1. Launch the Play Store app in the Android device. 2. In the top of the Search field, enter “RST Instruments”. 3. Select the Digital Inclinometer app. 4. Follow the prompts to install the app.

  • Page 52: Connect The Usb For File Transfer

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual installation from unknown sources. Once the app is installed, the Digital Inclinometer app appear on the Android device. 16.3 USB F ONNECT THE RANSFER You may connect the Android device internal storage to a computer using a USB cable and selecting the USB operating mode to be in File Transfer Mode.

  • Page 53: Configure Display Options

    Digital MEMS Inclinometer System with Android App Instruction Manual 2. At the top of the Settings screen, enter “APP” to search. A list of apps appears. 3. Select App Permissions or App & notifications. 4. Tap the Digital Inclinometer app.

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