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TiTLEY Scientific Anabat Express FS User Manual

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  • Page 1 FS Anabat Express FS (Full Spectrum Upgrade) User Manual Version 1.1...
  • Page 2 TITLEY SCIENTIFIC CONTACT DETAILS Titley Scientific +61 7 3053 3403 Head Office (Australia) info@titley-scientific.com General Support info@titley-scientific.com Anabat Insight Support insight@titley-scientific.com UK Office +44 (0) 781 875 6965 uk@titley-scientific.com USA Office +1 (573) 442 8745 ask@titley-scientific.us AUTHORS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS This manual was written by Julie Broken-Brow and Dean Thompson. We greatly appreciate the time, comments and assistance given by those people who were beta testers for the Anabat Express FS and this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SD CARDS ................................. 7 USB CABLE................................7 MICROPHONE ................................7 POWER REQUIREMENTS ............................8 UPDATING FIRMWARE ............................9 ANABAT EXPRESS FS BASIC OPERATION ......................11 RECORDING MODES ..............................12 SETTINGS ..................................13 TRANSECT MODE ..............................13 RECORDING SETTINGS ............................13 DIGITAL ASSET TAG..............................

  • Page 4: Summary Of Changes To Your Detector

    SUMMARY OF CHANGES TO YOUR DETECTOR Your detector will operate in the same basic way with the following changes (click the links for more information): • You can now choose to record in full spectrum or zero crossing • You can set the sample rate and sensitivity on -device •...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED USER INTERFACE Inside the Anabat Express FS camouflage case is the control panel and basic instructions on use.
  • Page 6 LED Indicators Green Blue Yellow Different sensitivity Sensitivity LED (new) Normal High set by PC 320ksps full spectrum 500ksps full spectrum Different sample rate Sample Rate LED (new) ZC recording (.zc) recording (.wav) recording (.wav) set by PC Solid Light Flashing Light No Light Detector is off or...

  • Page 7: Sd Cards

    Using other brands and models may result in reduced battery life or device malfunction and are not recommended. Titley Scientific also does not support the use of microSD cards in adaptors, using these may result in data loss/malfunctions. Memory cards can be purchased...

  • Page 8: Power Requirements

    POWER REQUIREMENTS The Anabat Express FS can be powered internally via 4 x AA batteries. The Power LED will begin to flash when the battery voltage is low. When it drops below a set voltage the detector switches itself off.

  • Page 9: Updating Firmware

    Update required Detector is up to date To update firmware: 1. Download Anabat Insight from Titley Scientific (free download). 2. Open Anabat Insight, under the Devices menu, select Toolbox. 3. Click on the Updates tab on the left of Toolbox.
  • Page 10 3. To update your detector to the latest firmware, click Apply to Device. A progress bar will appear in Toolbox, and the LEDs will cycle to indicate the update is To update via SD card: 1. Insert a blank SD card into the computer. You can use the same SD card to update multiple Express FS detectors.

  • Page 11: Anabat Express Fs Basic Operation

    ANABAT EXPRESS FS BASIC OPERATION The Anabat Express FS is designed for fast and easy deployment. Before you start recording Anabat Insight with your detector we recommend you check for firmware updates. See the User Manual on our website for instructions on updating firmware, setting the clock and time zone.

  • Page 12: Recording Modes

    the LED is steadily flashing consistently, the microphone is not detected by the ExpressFS and will not record. 9. Once no LEDs are flashing, you can lock the lid closed and place the detector in its final deployment location and secure. Use the magnet to check the detector is functional after final deployment (see DIGITAL ASSET TAG You can add a digital asset tag to your device which will save asset information in the metadata of all files recorded.
  • Page 13 NIGHT RECORDING MODE The night mode is designed for speedy & efficient deployment. This recording mode will turn the detector on 30 minutes before sunset and off 30 minutes after sunrise. This mode will continue to record nightly until the batteries run out , the SD card becomes full, or the detector is turned off.

  • Page 14: Settings

    Please note: Transect mode will consume batteries more quickly than a standard mode. RECORDING SETTINGS The Anabat Express FS is optimized for most detection situations with its default settings. If you would like to change the file type (FS or ZC), sample rate or sensitivity, you can do this on your detector by following the instructions below.

  • Page 15: Digital Asset Tag

    • Blue Sensitivity LED High sensitivity • Red Sensitivity LED Low sensitivity If you would like to change other settings, this can be done using Toolbox with your detector connected via USB. Under the Device Settings tab, you can change the following: Clock Set the date and time to match your PC clock.

  • Page 16: Deployment

    WEATHERPROOF CONSIDERATIONS The Anabat Express FS is designed as a weatherproof detector, which means the detector can be left in the field during rain, sunshine and snow without any additional weatherproofing. However if the device is deployed passively, please consider the following advice: 1.

  • Page 17: Collecting The Detector

    5. The detector should not be partially or fully submerged in water. 6. Desiccant satchels can be added inside the case to prevent condensation, these will need to be periodically replaced or dried in an oven. Windy, dry conditions can result in electrostatic build -up which may damage the microphone.

  • Page 18: Downloading Data

    2. Insert the SD card into your computer (if it has a SD card slot) or into an external SD card reader (available from Titley Scientific). 3. Open the SD card folder in Windows Explorer . 4. Copy/cut the files from the SD card folder into the desired folder/storage device. Make sure to include the log files.

  • Page 19: Diagnostic Log Files

    Anabat Insight is the free software you can use to view and analyse zero crossing and full spectrum recordings from your Titley Scientific detectors. You can open/view .zca, .zc and .wav files in Anabat Insight. The program offers the following features: •...

  • Page 20: Toolbox Within Anabat Insight

    Manual on our website Using Toolbox To use Toolbox with your Anabat Express FS, you will either need an SD card, or to connect the detector via USB to your computer. For certain functions (changing some recording settings, checking the device info), you need to connect to the PC.

  • Page 21: Checking Serial Number And Firmware Version

    4. Your Anabat Express FS should automatically be detected, it may take several moments to load when you first connect your Anabat Express FS while the drivers are setup. To set up an SD card for Anabat Express FS: www.titley-scientific.com 1.

  • Page 22: Power And Data Storage Space

    TIPS FOR PASSIVE MONITORING POWER AND DATA STORAGE SPACE For short term monitoring sessions the Anabat Express FS can simply be powered by AA batteries. We recommend Alkaline or low self -discharge type Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable batteries with a capacity of at least 2500mAh. These add very little weight and may last up to 30 nights in full spectrum, depending on the length of your recording sessions, battery type and condition etc.
  • Page 23 ’s expected flight path. We do recommend that the Anabat Express FS is mounted vertically (refer to the section on weatherproofing) so that any rain water runs off the microphone and doesn ’t settle on the element.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING FLASHING INDICATORS Any LED indicator persistently flashing means there is an error or problem. Do not deploy the detector if there are LEDs flashing. Please see the table below to resolve a flashing LED indicator. LED Indicator Problem Solution Batteries are too low Replace AA batteries Power...

  • Page 25: Faqs

    FAQS Q. How far away can a bat be detected using the Anabat? A. Detection distances will vary with frequency and loudness (amplitude) of the bat calls, atmospheric attenuation, and the directional characteristics and sensitivity of the bat detector. It will also be affected by the amount of structural clutter (obstacles such as vegetation) which can block the path of the signal.
  • Page 26 AnaVolumes. Q. Can I use the Anabat Express FS as an active detector? A. While the Anabat Express FS is designed as a passive detector, it can be used as an active detector for transects using the transect mode.

  • Page 27: Further Information

    FURTHER INFORMATION For further information please visit the Titley Scientific website: www.titley-scientific.com...

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