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GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 Utility Scanner Model US1 User Manual October 9, 2019 Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 1 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 Table of Contents 1 FCC Class A Compliance and Usage Limitations ................................................................ 3 2 IC Compliance and Usage Limitations ................................................................................ 5 3 FCC/IC Radiation Exposure Statement ............................................................................... 6 Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 7 4 4.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................... 7 5 Operation ............................................................................................................................ 8 5.1 Hardware Assembly ..................................................................................................... 8 5.2 Conduct a Single Line Survey .....................................................................................10 5.3 Conduct a 3D Survey ..................................................................................................14 5.4 Replaying Data ...........................................................................................................18 5.5 Generating Maps and Reports ....................................................................................19 5.6 Advanced Data Processing, Depth Slices, and 3D Views ...........................................19 5.7 Charging the Batteries ................................................................................................19 5.8 System Care, and Cleaning ........................................................................................20 6 Theory ...............................................................................................................................20 Theory of Operation ....................................................................................................20 6.1 7 Appendix ............................................................................................................................21 7.1 Digitizer Settings .........................................................................................................21 7.2 Software Installation ....................................................................................................21 7.3 Log File .......................................................................................................................22 7.4 Emissions ...................................................................................................................22 7.4.1 Health and Safety ................................................................................................22 7.5 Limited Warranty .........................................................................................................22 7.6 Batteries .....................................................................................................................23 7.7 Technical Support .......................................................................................................24 7.8 Specifications ..............................................................................................................25 7.9 Data File Format .........................................................................................................25 7.10 License Agreement .....................................................................................................26 Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 2 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 1 FCC Class A Compliance and Usage Limitations This device complies with Part 15 Subpart B and Subpart F of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) the device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC ID: 2AP78-US1 and contains RF Module FCC ID: Z64-WL18DBMOD. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. According to the FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart F, this device has several requirements and limitations for use. Specifically:
15.509:
(a) The UWB bandwidth of an imaging system operating under the provisions of this section must be below 10.6 GHz.
(b) Operation under the provisions of this section is limited to GPRs and wall imaging systems operated for purposes associated with law enforcement, fire fighting, emergency rescue, scientific research, commercial mining, or construction.
(1) Parties operating this equipment must be eligible for licensing under the provisions of part 90 of this chapter.
(2) The operation of imaging systems under this section requires coordination, as detailed in 15.525. 15.521:
(a) UWB devices may not be employed for the operation of toys. Operation onboard an aircraft, a ship or a satellite is prohibited. 15.525:
(a) UWB imaging systems require coordination through the FCC before the equipment may be used. The operator shall comply with any constraints on equipment usage resulting from this coordination.
(b) The users of UWB imaging devices shall supply operational areas to the FCC Office of Engineering and Technology, which shall coordinate this information with the Federal Government through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. The information provided by the UWB operator shall include the name, address and other Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 3 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 pertinent contact information of the user, the desired geographical area(s) of operation, and the FCC ID number and other nomenclature of the UWB device. If the imaging device is intended to be used for mobile applications, the geographical area(s) of operation may be the state(s) or county(ies) in which the equipment will be operated. The operator of an imaging system used for fixed operation shall supply a specific geographical location or the address at which the equipment will be operated. This material shall be submitted to Frequency Coordination Branch, OET, Federal Communications Commission, 445 12th Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20554, Attn: UWB Coordination.
(c) The manufacturers, or their authorized sales agents, must inform purchasers and users of their systems of the requirement to undertake detailed coordination of operational areas with the FCC prior to the equipment being operated.
(d) Users of authorized, coordinated UWB systems may transfer them to other qualified users and to different locations upon coordination of change of ownership or location to the FCC and coordination with existing authorized operations.
(e) The FCC/NTIA coordination report shall identify those geographical areas within which the operation of an imaging system requires additional coordination or within which the operation of an imaging system is prohibited. If additional coordination is required for operation within specific geographical areas, a local coordination contact will be provided. Except for operation within these designated areas, once the information requested on the UWB imaging system is submitted to the FCC no additional coordination with the FCC is required provided the reported areas of operation do not change. If the area of operation changes, updated information shall be submitted to the FCC following the procedure in paragraph (b) of this section.
(f) The coordination of routine UWB operations shall not take longer than 15 business days from the receipt of the coordination request by NTIA. Special temporary operations may be handled with an expedited turn-
around time when circumstances warrant. The operation of UWB systems in emergency situations involving the safety of life or property may occur without coordination provided a notification procedure, similar to that contained in 2.405(a) through (e) of this chapter, is followed by the UWB equipment user. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 4 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 2 IC Compliance and Usage Limitations This device complies with Canadian RSS-220, RSS-GEN and ICES-003. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) the device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. IC: 2AP78-US1 and contains RF Module IC:451I-WL18DBMOD. According to the RSS-220, Issue 1, Section 6.2, this device has several requirements and limitations for use. Specifically:
(a) This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only when in contact with or within 1 m of the ground.
(b) This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only by law enforcement agencies, scientific research institutes, commercial mining companies, construction companies, and emergency rescue or firefighting organizations.
(c) This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is Subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired Operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes canadiennes RSS-220, RSS-GEN et ICES-003. L'exploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. IC: 2AP78-US1 et contient le module RF IC: 451I-WL18DBMOD. Selon le RSS-220, Issue 1, Section 6.2, cet appareil a plusieurs exigences et limitations dutilisation. Plus prcisment:
(a) Ce dispositif radar pntration du sol ne doit tre utilis qu'en contact avec le sol ou au plus 1 m du sol.
(b) Ce dispositif radar pntration du sol ne doit tre utilis que par des organismes dapplication de la loi, des tablissements de recherche scientifique, des socits minires commerciales, des entreprises de construction, et des organismes dintervention durgence ou de lutte contre les incendies.
(c) Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 5 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 3 FCC/IC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with the IC/FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and any part of your body. Cet quipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements nonces pour un environnement non contrl. Cet quipement doit tre install et utilis en gardant une distance de 20 cm ou plus entre le dispositif rayonnant et le corps. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 6 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC 4 Introduction 4.1 Overview D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 This document provides the operating and configuration instructions for the Utility Scanner. The Scanner locates subsurface objects and utility lines such as such as pipes, conduits, and vaults, and can locate defects such as voids. The scanner can produce simple cross sections, depth slice images, or 3D images of the subsurface. The system includes a scanner unit with an integrated radar, odometer, and power line detector, and a tablet computer. The Utility Scanner has been designed so that no cables are used in order to increase ease of use and reliability. The shipping case contains an integrated battery charging system to recharge all system components simultaneously. The entire system is stored rugged shipping case is designed for shipping and transport in rugged situations. Figure 1: Utility Scanner. The system consists of the following components. 1. A hard shell shipping container with mounts for the system components. 2. A multi-port battery charging system that simultaneously charges two sensor batteries, and the tablet computer. 3. Two batteries for the sensor unit. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 7 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 4. The sensor unit with GPR, odometer, and power line sensors. 5. Tablet computer (may be provided separately). 5 Operation This section provides operating instructions for conducting surveys, generating reports, and recharging the batteries. Before starting survey, the needs to determine the area to be surveyed and how that area will be covered. Typically, there are two types of surveys that are conducted: a single line survey that produces a cross section view, or a multi-line survey that produces a 3D view. Surveys consist of one or more straight-line scans. The surface surface to be scanned should be clean and dry. Figure 2. Utility Scanner as stored in its shipping container. 5.1 Hardware Assembly During normal storage and transportation, the Utility Scanner is packed in its shipping case. Proceed as follows to assemble the unit for surveying. 1. Open the shipping container (see Figure 2) and disconnect the charging cable from the tablet. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 8 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 2. Unscrew the securing fastener on the retainer cross bar and pivot the cross bar out of the way. Remove the scanner and the tablet from the shipping case. Remove one of the batteries from the charger in the shipping case and insert into the scanner. 3. Remove the handle from the shipping case and attach it to the scanner. Adjust the angle of the extension tube as desired. 4. Remove the tablet computer and the tablet holder from the protective pouch. Mount the tablet holder to the handle and then attach the tablet to the holder. Figure 3. Assembled Utility Scanner. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 9 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 Figure 4. Upper panel shows acquisition program with status panel visible and lower panel has status panel hidden. Use the circled icon to hide/show the status panel. 5.2 Conduct a Single Line Survey A single line surveys is a quick method that is usually used to find where a small number of subsurface objects beneath the survey line. To conduct a survey, proceed as follows. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 10 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 000023 October 9, 2019 2019 1. Turn on the power to the sensor unit. The power switch should glow with a green light. sensor unit. The power switch should glow with a green light. After a few seconds the light will begin to flash rapidly indicating that it is searching for After a few seconds the light will begin to flash rapidly that it is searching for the least congested WiFi channel the least congested WiFi channel. The light will stop blinking after the search completes after the search completes
(about 60 seconds). 2. Boot up the tablet computer and log in. Enable mouse pointer using the mouse icon on Boot up the tablet computer and log in. Enable mouse pointer using the mouse icon on Boot up the tablet computer and log in. Enable mouse pointer using the mouse icon on the task bar if desired. 3. Connect to the sensor unit via WiFi. On the task bar, press the WiFi network icon to the sensor unit via WiFi. On the task bar, press the WiFi network icon to the sensor unit via WiFi. On the task bar, press the WiFi network icon
, then select the network connection for the Utility Scanner. The name of the connection then select the network connection for the Scanner. The name of the connection will be the serial number of the scanner (e.g., GPR40123). It will take will be the serial number of the scanner (e.g., GPR40123). It will take about about 60 seconds after the sensor box has been powered up for the network to appear on the tablet. after the sensor box has been powered up for the network to appear on the tablet. after the sensor box has been powered up for the network to appear on the tablet. Select the network connection for the scanner and wait for it to connect. Windows will Select the network connection for the scanner and wait for it to connect. Windows will ask if you would like to connect automatically. If you enable automatic connection, then ask if you would like to connect automatically. If you enable automatic connection, then ask if you would like to connect automatically. If you enable automatic connection, then this step can be skipped for future surveys. this step can be skipped for future surveys. Start the data acquisition program by double tapping the EssGpr4Logging EssGpr4LoggingApp icon on the desktop. The program will startup, connect to the scanner, and start updating with the desktop. The program will startup, connect to the scanner, and start updating with the desktop. The program will startup, connect to the scanner, and start updating with data. Figure 4 shows the acquisition program screen. There is a status panel that Figure 4 shows the acquisition program screen. There is a status panel that Figure 4 shows the acquisition program screen. There is a status panel that shows status messages, but in most cases the user can hide this panel so shows status messages, but in most cases the user can hide this panel so shows status messages, but in most cases the user can hide this panel so that the plotting area is larger. The green light on the scanners power button will flash when it is plotting area is larger. The green light on the scanners power button will flash when it is plotting area is larger. The green light on the scanners power button will flash when it is connected to the acquisition program on the tablet computer. Users can pan and zoom connected to the acquisition program on the tablet computer. Users can pan and zoom connected to the acquisition program on the tablet computer. Users can pan and zoom 4. Start the data acquisition program by the plots in the acquisition program. To pan, the plots in the acquisition program. To pan, press the pan button then then click on the plot and drag. To zoom, plot and drag. To zoom, press the zoom button then click and drag to draw the then click and drag to draw the zoom box. The reset the plot, click zoom box. The reset the plot, click the reset button The acquisition program has several views that can be selected by clicking on the 5. The acquisition program has several views that can be selected by clicking on the The acquisition program has several views that can be selected by clicking on the appropriate tab on the top of the screen:
appropriate tab on the top of the screen: Survey Grid, GPR4 Record, and optionally
, and optionally Documentation. Each tab has its own toolbar with functions dedicated to that view. Each tab has its own toolbar with functions dedicated to that view. Each tab has its own toolbar with functions dedicated to that view. tab has standard A-scan and B-scan plots that are customary for scan plots that are customary for 6. The GPR4 Record tab has standard A
. most GPR systems. The plot parameters can be changed by pressing the most GPR systems. The plot parameters can be changed by pressing the most GPR systems. The plot parameters can be changed by pressing the Plot
(see Figure 5
(see Figure 5). For most users, the default settings will be parameters button
). For most users, the default settings will be sufficient. For those interested, the dialog functions are described below. terested, the dialog functions are described below. terested, the dialog functions are described below. a. Use automatic range gain Use automatic range gain When this is selected the program automatically When this is selected the program automatically increases gain with increasing range to compensate for signal attenuation with increases gain with increasing range to compensate for signal attenuation with increases gain with increasing range to compensate for signal attenuation with range. The gain profile is automatically readjusted at the start of each line. range. The gain profile is automatically readjuste d at the start of each line. Automatic zero time Use this setting to move the first arrival to the beginning of this setting to move the first arrival to the beginning of the plot. Antenna combination Select either the 350 MHz antennas or the 750 MHz Select either the 350 MHz antennas or the 750 MHz antennas. c. Antenna combination b. Automatic zero time d. Depth/Time units Select the units for the vertical scale on the B-scan. The most scan. The most basic units are sample number (Samples). Sample number multiplied by the basic units are sample number (
). Sample number multiplied by the digitizer sample period gives sample time (Nanoseconds). Sample time digitizer sample period gives sample time (
). Sample time multiplied by the medium velocity gives distance (
multiplied by the medium velocity gives distance (Centimeters, Inches Feet). Inches, Meters, Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 11 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 e. Depth/Time range Users can opt to display the full range, half range, quarter range, or eighth range. Users may wish to display only a shallow portion of the usable range when interested in the more shallow portions of the surveyed range
(depth). f. Velocity of medium The velocity of EM waves is dependent on the material type. In order to properly convert from time of flight to depth, the velocity of the medium must selected (see Depth/Time units above). Select the medium type and the corresponding dielectric constant. The EM velocity is
/c=
where v is the EM wave velocity, c is the speed of light in a vacuum, and is the dielectric constant of the medium. Air Dry soil Damp soil Moist soil Wet soil Saturated soil
= 1
= 4
= 6.5
= 9
= 16
= 25 g. Distance units Select the units for the horizontal scale on the B-scan
(Centimeters, Inches, Meters, Feet, Seconds). h. Distance range Select the horizontal range of the B-scan in distance units (10, 20, 50, 100, 200). Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 12 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 Figure 5. The plot configuration dock. The GPR4 Record tab also has buttons for saving the B-scan image and generating a short report be saved as a PDF file, and will contain the survey metadata and the B-scan image. The image can be saved as a PNG, BMP, or JPG file. The report will 7. Before beginning a survey, it is important to capture information about the jobsite. Press the Jobsite information button information entered into this dialog will be listed in any reports that will be generated by the software. To type into dialog field, click on the field to place the cursor, then press to bring up the dialog shown in Figure 6. The the icon on the taskbar to bring up the keyboard. a. Enter the Project Name, Site Location, Site Description, Operator, Survey Mode, Notes, Service Provider, and Equipment Model. The Date Recorded and Time Recorded fields will be updated automatically. b. Map Frame Parameters Select the distance Units (feet or meters). The Latitude, Longitude, and Elevation parameters will be updated automatically once the survey begins using the GPS sensor in the sensor unit. The Magnetic Declination and Map System fields are not used with the Pavement Scanner. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 13 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 c. Local Frame Parameters Select the distance Units (feet or meters). Enter the bearing of the first survey line in the Line 1 Azimuth field. The software will use this value to correctly orient images on maps that are exported as KMZ or HTML files. Figure 6. Jobsite information dialog. 8. Move the scanner to the start position of the line. Press the Previous line button until the proper line number is displayed at the top of the screen. This action can also be accomplished by pressing the rocker button on the radar unit to the left momentarily. Each time this button is pressed, the system runs through a line initialization sequence which tasks a few seconds. When the user hears an audible beep from the tablet, the initialization sequence has completed. Therefore, users should wait until the audible beep is heard before another line request. 9. The GPR data can be recorded for later playback and examination if desired. When locating intersecting conduits, some users may choose not to record the data. Select File, New, and then choose a location and name for the database file. When ready to begin the survey, press the Record data button accomplished by pressing the rocker switch on the radar unit up momentarily. The button should appear activated to indicate that data are being recorded. Move the cart along the survey line to conduct the survey. This action can also be 10. Move the cart along the survey line until the scanner moves beyond the object of interest. Roll the scanner backwards on the line until the scanner is positioned directly over the object and mark the position on the surface with a marker. While recording data, a marked fiducial can be placed in the datafile by pressing the icon. 11. If data recording was enabled, press the Record data button to turn off recording after the cart has traversed the entire survey line. The button should appear inactivated. 12. If no further surveys are to be conducted, power down the sensor and odometer. Disassemble the survey cart and return all components to the shipping case. 5.3 Conduct a 3D Survey Users usually conduct 3D scans when depth slices or 3D views of the subsurface are desired. To conduct a 3D survey, proceed as follows. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 14 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 000023 October 9, 2019 2019 1. Turn on the power to the sensor unit. 2. Boot up the tablet computer and log in. Turn on the power to the sensor unit. The power switch should glow with a green light. should glow with a green light. Boot up the tablet computer and log in. Enable mouse pointer using the mouse icon on Enable mouse pointer using the mouse icon on the task bar if desired. 3. Connect to the sensor unit via WiFi. On the task bar, pr
, It will take 30-60 to the sensor unit via WiFi. On the task bar, press the WiFi network icon ess the WiFi network icon then select the network connection for the Pavement Scanner. The name of the then select the network connection for the Pavement Scanner. The name of the then select the network connection for the Pavement Scanner. The name of the connection will be the serial number of the scanner (e.g., GPR40123). It will take 30 connection will be the serial number of the scanner (e.g., GPR40123). seconds after the sensor box has been powered up for the seconds after the sensor box has been powered up for the network to appear on the network to appear on the tablet. Select the network connection for the scanner and wait for it to connect. tablet. Select the network connection for the scanner and wait for it to connect. tablet. Select the network connection for the scanner and wait for it to connect. Windows will ask if you would like to connect automatically. If you enable automatic Windows will ask if you would like to connect automatically. If you enable automatic Windows will ask if you would like to connect automatically. If you enable automatic connection, then this step can be skipped for future surveys. connection, then this step can be skipped for future surveys. Start the data acquisition program by touching and holding the EssGpr4LoggingApp on the desktop. The program will startup, connect to the scanner, and start updating on the desktop. The program will startup, connect to the scanner, and start updating on the desktop. The program will startup, connect to the scanner, and start updating with data. Figure 4 shows the acquisition program screen. There is a status panel shows the acquisition program screen. There is a status panel shows the acquisition program screen. There is a status panel that shows status messages, but in most cases the user can hide this panel shows status messages, but in most cases the user can hide this panel so that the plotting area is larger. The green light on the scanners power button will flash when it is The green light on the scanners power button will flash when it is The green light on the scanners power button will flash when it is connected to the acquisition program on the tablet computer. connected to the acquisition program on the tablet computer. Users can pa Users can pan and zoom EssGpr4LoggingApp icon 4. Start the data acquisition program by touching and holding the the plots in the acquisition program. the plots in the acquisition program. To pan, press the pan button then click on the then click on the plot and drag. To zoom, press the zoom button plot and drag. To zoom, press the zoom button then click and drag to draw the then click and drag to draw the zoom box. The reset the plot, click the reset button zoom box. The reset the plot, click the reset button
. 5. The acquisition program has several views that can be selected by clicking on the rogram has several views that can be selected by clicking on the rogram has several views that can be selected by clicking on the
, and optionally appropriate tab on the top of the screen:
appropriate tab on the top of the screen: Survey Grid, GPR4 Record, and Documentation. Each tab has its own toolbar with functions dedicated to that view. Each tab has its own toolbar with functions dedicated to that view. Each tab has its own toolbar with functions dedicated to that view. has standard A-scan and B-scan plots that are customary for scan plots that are customary for 6. The GPR4 Record tab has standard A The plot parameters can be changed by pressing the most GPR systems. The plot parameters can be changed by pressing the The plot parameters can be changed by pressing the Plot
(see Figure 5). For most users, the default settings will be parameters button
(see Figure 5
). For most users, the default settings will be sufficient. For those interested, the dialog functions are described below. sufficient. For those interested, the dialog functions are described below. a. Use automatic range gain Use automatic range gain When this is selected the program automatically When this is selected the program automatically increases gain with increasing range to compensate for signal attenuation with increases gain with increasing range to compensate for signal attenuation with increases gain with increasing range to compensate for signal attenuation with range. The gain profile is automatically readjusted at the start of each line. range. The gain profile is automatically readjusted at the star t of each line. Automatic zero time Use this setting to move the first arrival to the beginning of this setting to move the first arrival to the beginning of the plot. Antenna combination For the Pavement Scanner, this should always be set to e Pavement Scanner, this should always be set to TxA RxA. c. Antenna combination b. Automatic zero time d. Depth/Time units Select the units for the vertical scale on the B-scan. The most scan. The most basic units are sample number (Samples). Sample number multiplied by the basic units are sample number (
). Sample number multiplied by the digitizer sample period gives sample time (Nanoseconds). Sample time digitizer sample period gives sample time (
). Sample time multiplied by the medium velocity gives dista multiplied by the medium velocity gives distance (Centimeters, Inches Feet). Depth/Time range Users can opt to display the full range, half range, quarter Users can opt to display the full range, half range, quarter range, or eighth range. Users may wish to display only a shallow portion of the range, or eighth range. Users may wish to display only a shallow portion of the range, or eighth range. Users may wish to display only a shallow portion of the usable range when interested in the more shallow portions of the surveyed range usable range when interested in the more shallow portio ns of the surveyed range
(depth). Inches, Meters, e. Depth/Time range Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 15 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 f. Velocity of medium The velocity of EM waves is dependent on the material type. In order to properly convert from time of flight to depth, the velocity of the medium must selected (see Depth/Time units above). Select the medium type and the corresponding dielectric constant. The EM velocity is
/c=
where v is the EM wave velocity, c is the speed of light in a vacuum, and is the dielectric constant of the medium. Air Dry soil Damp soil Moist soil Wet soil Saturated soil
= 1
= 4
= 6.5
= 9
= 16
= 25 g. Distance units Select the units for the horizontal scale on the B-scan
(Centimeters, Inches, Meters, Feet, Seconds). h. Distance range Select the horizontal range of the B-scan in distance units (10, 20, 50, 100, 200). The GPR4 Record tab also has buttons for saving the B-scan image and generating a short report be saved as a PDF file, and will contain the survey metadata and the B-scan image. The image can be saved as a PNG, BMP, or JPG file. The report will 7. The Survey Grid tab shows how the linear traverses making up the survey will be arranged. This step can be skipped when only conducting a single scan line. These traverses are planned using the button and the dialog shown in Figure 7. To type into dialog field, click on the field to place the cursor, then press the taskbar to bring up the keyboard. icon on the a. Grid type Select either Single line, Parallel lines, or 2D grid (cross hatch). When conducting pavement surveys, select either Single line or Parallel lines depending in the width of the area to be scanned. b. Line directions Select either Same direction or Alternating. c. Lines in X-axis direction These parameters specify the beginning and ending coordinates of the lines in the X-direction, and also the distance between them. d. Lines in Y-axis direction These parameters specify the beginning and ending coordinates of the lines in the Y-direction, and also the distance between them. Because lines in the Y-direction are not used for pavement scanning, these fields can be ignored. e. Saving the configuration The New, Open, Save, and Delete buttons can be used to save/recall the dialog settings to/from a named configuration. This is useful when conducting a series of jobs with a similar layout. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 16 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 Figure 7. Upper panel shows a survey grid with alternating lines, and lower panel shows the survey grid dialog. 8. Before beginning a survey, it is important to capture information about the jobsite. Press the Jobsite information button information entered into this dialog will be listed in any reports that will be generated by the software. To type into dialog field, click on the field to place the cursor, then press to bring up the dialog shown in Figure 6. The the icon on the taskbar to bring up the keyboard. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 17 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 a. Enter the Project Name, Site Location, Site Description, Operator, Survey Mode, Notes, Service Provider, and Equipment Model. The Date Recorded and Time Recorded fields will be updated automatically. b. Map Frame Parameters Select the distance Units (feet or meters). The Latitude, Longitude, and Elevation parameters will be updated automatically once the survey begins using the GPS sensor in the sensor unit. The Magnetic Declination and Map System fields are not used with the Pavement Scanner. c. Local Frame Parameters Select the distance Units (feet or meters). Enter the bearing of the first survey line in the Line 1 Azimuth field. The software will use this value to correctly orient images on maps that are exported as KMZ or HTML files. 9. Move the scanner to the start position of the first line. Press the Next line or Previous until the proper line number is displayed at the top of the screen. line buttons Each time that one of these buttons is pressed, the system runs through a line initialization sequence which tasks a few seconds. When the user hears an audible beep from the tablet, the initialization sequence has completed. Therefore, users should wait until the audible beep is heard before another line request. 10. Select File, New, and then choose a location and name for the database file. When ready to begin the survey, press the Record data button
. The button should appear activated to indicate that data are being recorded. Move the cart along the survey line to conduct the survey. 11. Users can place markers in the data file when the line traverses a point of interest
(usually an obvious surface feature). While recording data, a marked fiducial can be placed in the datafile by pressing the icon. 12. When the cart has traversed the entire survey line, the Record data button will turn off automatically and the button should appear inactivated. To terminate recording before the end of the line, press the Record data button. Place the cart at the beginning of the next line. Make sure that the cart is precisely at the beginning of the line, otherwise there will be registration errors that appear on the map output. Press the Next line or Previous line buttons until the proper line number is displayed at the top of the screen. Finally, press the Record data button activated to indicate that data are being recorded. Move the cart along the survey line to conduct the survey. The button should appear 13. Repeat steps 9 through 12 as necessary to cover all of the lines in the survey grid. If no further surveys are to be conducted, power down the sensor and odometer. Disassemble the survey cart and return all components to the shipping case. 5.4 Replaying Data The ESS Utility Scanner allows replaying data so that plots can be re-examined and new reports can be generated. To replay data, follow the instructions below. 1. Insure that the scanner unit and odometer are switched off. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 18 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 2. Start the data acquisition program by touching and holding the EssGpr4LoggingApp icon on the desktop. Select the Pavement Condition tab. 3. Press the button and input the desired grid layout that will be used when re-
plotting the data. 4. Select File, Open, and then the file(s) to replay. 5. The plots will update during the course of replaying the data. When the replay is finished, users can generate reports and maps as desired. 6. If different plot settings are desired, change the plot settings then Select File, Open, and replay the data again. 5.5 Generating Maps and Reports After a survey has been conducted, reports can be generated. To save an image of the currently displayed B-scan, press the icon. Select the appropriate image (density or temperature) and then the desired image file type
(PNG, BMP, or JPG). A PDF report file can be generated that contains the job information metadata and the currently displayed B-scan image. Press the report type and file name. button and select the desired 5.6 Advanced Data Processing, Depth Slices, and 3D Views The EssGpr4LoggingApp does not have the capabilities to generate depth slices or 3D views of the subsurface. To generate these views, use the companion program ESSentialUnderground that is distributed with the system. 5.7 Charging the Batteries There are three rechargeable batteries in the system that provide sufficient power for operation over a full day. The battery in the scanner unit provides power for about 8 hours. A second battery is provided so that surveying can continue after the first is depleted. Additionally, the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 tablet contains a battery that will provide 5-8 hours of continuous operation depending on screen brightness settings. The shipping container contains an integrated battery charger that can simultaneously charge all of the batteries with only a single external power connection. The system is designed to be charged overnight so that all of the batteries are ready for use during the work day. To charge the batteries, follow these steps. 1. Switch off the scanner unit. 2. Remove the battery from the scanner unit and place it in one of the scanner battery charging ports in the shipping case. Place the spare scanner battery in the other charging port. 3. Connect the tablet charging cable to the tablet computer. 4. Plug the main charger power cable into 120/220 VAC mains power. 5. All batteries should charge in 6-8 hours, and all of the charge indicator lights will be green when all of the charge cycles have completed. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 19 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC 5.8 System Care, and Cleaning D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 The pavement density system kept clean and free of debris. The sensor unit can be cleaned with water and a mild detergent. 6 Theory 6.1 Theory of Operation The Utility Scanner uses ground penetrating radar (GPR) to characterize the surface beneath the sensing unit. The GPR sends a low-energy impulse of electromagnetic (EM) energy towards the surface. Some of this energy penetrates into the subsurface and some is reflected back towards the sensor unit. The amount of reflected energy depends on the contrast in dielectric constant and electrical conductivity of the soil and embedded objects. By measuring the travel time of these waves, the depth to the reflectors can be determined in a manner analogous to a fish finder. By moving the scanner over the surface and detecting object beneath it, a 2D or 3D cross section of the subsurface can be obtained. High frequency radar waves (i.e. 750 MHz) provide better spatial resolution than lower frequency radar waves, but they attenuate quickly as the travel through the subsurface. Subsequently they cannot detect objects deeper than about two feet. Lower frequency radar waves (i.e. 350 MHz) are able to penetrate more deeply (to about 20 feet) but do not provide as much detail in the subsurface images. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 20 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC 7 Appendix 7.1 Digitizer Settings D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 The default settings for the digitizer are sufficient for nearly all surveys. Advanced users may choose to change these settings (see Figure A1). To view or change the digitizer settings, select (File, Settings). 1. Trace Sample Rate Select the desired number of traces per second. Using fewer traces per second gives a higher signal to noise ratio and increased depth of investigation. However fewer traces per second will result in fewer traces per foot (meter) at a given traverse speed. 2. Sample Rate Select the sample rate used for each A-scan. Normally a sample rate of 8 GHz is used for antennas with center frequencies less than 1 GHz, and 16 GHz is used for antennas with center frequencies greater than 1 GHz. 3. Num Samples Select the number of samples for each A-scan. A value of 512 samples will work for most situations. Note that using a large number of samples (1024 or more) may limit the Trace Sample Rate. 4. Channel A/B Holdoff The GPR digitizer has two channels: A and B. The holdoff time can be adjusted independently for each channel. The B channel can only be adjusted in 4 ns increments relative to the A channel. Normally, users will not need to change these values. Figure A1. Digitizer settings dialog. 7.2 Software Installation If the tablet computer has not yet been setup for use with the Utility Scanner, proceed as follows. The thumb drive that was distributed with the system will be needed. 1. The tablet computer must use the Windows 10 operating system. The following tablet computers are approved. a. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 b. Microsoft Surface Pro 6 Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 21 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC c. Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 2. Turn on the tablet, wait for it to boot up, and then log in. 3. Press the Window icon in the lower left corner, then select Settings (the gear shaped icon). Select System, Display, and set the Resolution to 1920 x 1200. Then set the Orientation to Landscape. Finally, set Rotation lock to On. Close the Settings window. 4. Press the Window icon in the lower left corner, then select Settings (the gear shaped icon). Select System, Power & Sleep, and under Sleep set the tablet so that it Never goes to sleep under battery power or when plugged in. Close the Settings window. 5. Press and hold the task bar. Make sure the following options are checked:
a. Show touch keyboard button b. Show touchpad button 6. Connect the thumb drive to the tablets USB port. 7. Copy these files from the thumb drive to the desktop. a. installEssPythonDistribution-x.x.x-(date).exe b. installEssGpr4LoggingApp-x.x.x-(date).exe 8. Touch and hold the installEssPythonDistribution-x.x.x-(date).exe file on the desktop, then select Open. Follow the prompts to install this package. 9. Touch and hold the installEssGpr4LoggingApp-x.x.x-(date).exe file on the desktop, then select Open. Follow the prompts to install this package. 7.3 Log File The acquisition program writes a log file with all of the contents of the status panel. This file is overwritten each time the program runs. It can be useful to refer to this file to help diagnose problems. It is located in the users home directory on this path:
\.Earth_Science_Systems\EssGpr4LoggingApp\scripts\EssGpr4LoggingApp.log. 7.4 Emissions 7.4.1 Health and Safety ESS GPR systems emit electromagnetic radiation from the radar sensor, the WiFi adapter, and the Bluetooth adapter (if present). The electromagnetic radiation from ESS GPR radar sensors is many times less than that from cellular telephones. ESS GPR systems can be operated anywhere cellular telephones are permitted. The health and safety hazards posed by ESS GPR systems are less than those posed by cellular telephones. 7.5 Limited Warranty Earth Science Systems, LLC (ESS) warrants the Utility Scanner hardware unit
(PRODUCT) to be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from the date of shipment. Any computer systems purchased with the product are subject to the manufacturer's warranty and not the responsibility of ESS. Except as specified above, the PRODUCT is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the use or result of use of the product in terms of correctness, accuracy, reliability, currentness or otherwise. The entire risk as to the Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 22 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 results and performance of the PRODUCT is assumed by you. If the PRODUCT is defective or used improperly, you, and not ESS or its dealers, distributors, agents, or employees, assume the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair or correction. ESS 's obligation is limited to repairing or replacing parts or equipment which are returned to ESS, transportation and insurance pre-paid, without alteration or further damage, and which in ESS 's judgment, were defective or became defective during normal use. Before returning any equipment to ESS, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must be obtained. Please call the Customer Service Manager at Earth Science Systems, LLC who will assign an RMA number. Be sure to have the serial number of the unit available. 7.6 Batteries The Pavement Scanner uses LiFePO4 batteries, which are one of the most efficient and long lasting batteries available. They tolerate more charge/discharge cycles than all other popular battery chemistries. For transportation purposes, they are considered lithium ion batteries and their shipment falls under UN3481. They can be shipped via air on both passenger and cargo planes, or via standard ground transportation. The following label must be present on the outside of the shipping container. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 23 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 UN3481 For assistance call 303-800-2000 Figure A2. Shipping label for container with batteries. 7.7 Technical Support Technical support is provided by ESS between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM MST at 303-800-2000. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 24 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC 7.8 Specifications D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 750 MHz bi-static radar antenna 350 MHz bi-static radar antenna Electric field sensor for detecting power lines or tracer signals Magnetic field sensor for detecting power lines or tracer signals Dimensions: 25W x 30L x 29.9H inches (63.5 x 76.2 x 75 cm) including wheels and skid plate Shipping container dimensions: 36 x 28 x 20 inches (91.4 x 71.1 x 50.8 cm`) Weight: 57.6 lbs WiFi connection between sensor and tablet Removable tablet computer allows data analysis from vehicle or office Durable construction with IP65 ingress protection Positioning systems includes odometer, GPS, and optional inertial measurements. Optically coupled odometer eliminates cables and interference to magnetic sensors Short handle for surveys within arms reach Long handle for floor surveys rotates and locks into different positions Rechargeable LiFePO4 battery provides about 8 hours of use. Includes second battery for all day use. Shipping case contains chargers for two batteries and the tablet computer 3D imaging and mapping software 7.9 Data File Format Data recorded by the active ranging system are stored using the HDF5 file format. HDF5 allows storage of large datasets in complex data structures. In addition to the data stored in an HDF5 file, the files provide all of the data type and format information needed for reading the data. A helpful utility for quickly browsing HDF5 file is the HDFView utility which is freely available from the HDF5 Group (https://www.hdfgroup.org/downloads/index.html). The HDF5 Group provides free software interfaces for HDF5 in most popular computer languages including Fortran, C, Java, Python, and Matlab. Figure A3 is a screenshot from HDFView showing the contents of an H5 file recorded by the sonic logging system. On the left is a tree structure that lists the datasets in the file. The JobInformation dataset contains information about the jobsite. There is a folder for each data server (e.g., gpr4, odometer, gps, etc.), and each folder contains configuration information and data. As shown below, the detailed format of each dataset is included in the file. This self-describing feature of HDF5 files along with the open software interfaces allows the data to be easily read by user-developed software. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 25 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 Figure A3. Screenshot from HDFView showing the contents of an H5 file recorded by the sonic logging system. 7.10 License Agreement End User License Agreement (EULA) for EssGPR4LoggingApp and ESSentialUnderground This is a legal agreement between Earth Science Systems, LLC and you, the Customer. By installing this software, you accept all the terms and conditions of this agreement. Upon your acceptance of this Agreement, Earth Science Systems, LLC grants you a non exclusive license to use one copy of the Software, provided that you agree on the following. 1. Neither the software nor the accompanying printed materials may be copied or duplicated in any way, or transferred to a third party, without prior written consent from Earth Science Systems, LLC. 2. The software is owned by Earth Science Systems, LLC and protected by international copyright and trademarks laws. The purchase of this license does not transfer any right, title or interest in the software product to you. This agreement does not grant you any intellectual property rights in the software. 3. This agreement grants the Customer unlimited use of the software modules. The Customer is prohibited from distributing the software to any third party. 4. The software is being delivered to you as is and Earth Science Systems, LLC makes no warranty as to its use or performance. Earth Science Systems, LLC assumes no liability for incidental, consequential or special damages including any lost profits or lost savings resulting from the use of the software. Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 26 of 27 GPR4 Utility Scanner User Manual Earth Science Systems, LLC D-000002-000023 October 9, 2019 5. This agreement will be governed by the laws of the United States of America. If any part of this Agreement is found void and unenforceable, it will not affect the validity of the balance of the Agreement, which shall remain valid and enforceable according to its terms. Earth Science Systems, LLC 11485 W. I-70 Frontage Rd.; Unit B Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 USA Copyright Earth Science Systems, LLC. 2018 all rights reserved. EssGPR4LoggingApp is a registered trademark of Earth Science Systems, LLC ESSentialUnderground is a registered trademark of Earth Science Systems, LLC EssGpr4LoggingApp and ESSentialUnderground have been bundled with open source software as listed below. Notable bundled projects include: Python, Qt, VTK [BSD], and HDF5. Python modules include (Pyside, Chaco [BSD], Mayavi [BSD], Matplotlib [BSD], Numpy [BSD], and Scypi [BSD]). Copyright 2019 ESS, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 27 of 27
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