MREL DATA TRAP II, Operation Manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started 1
1.1 Ensuring That All DataTrap II™ Hardware Has Been Received 2
1.2 Installing The DataTrap II™ Advanced Analytical Software 2
Chapter 2: Introduction 3
2.1 Background 4
2.2 Safety Considerations 4
2.3 DC Signal Recording Applications of the DataTrap II™ 5
2.4 VOD Recording Applications of the DataTrap II™ VOD Upgrade 5
2.4.1 Testing of Explosive Samples 5
2.2.4 Testing of Explosives In Blastholes 5
Chapter 3: Hardware 7
3.1 Hardware Components 8
3.1.1 DataTrap II™ Data/VOD Recorder 8
3.1.2 Battery Charger 13
3.1.3 USB Communications Cable 13
3.1.4 BNC Adapters 13
3.1.5 Daisy Chain Cable 14
3.2 LED Display 14
3.3 DataTrap II™ Internal Rechargeable Battery 16
3.4 Testing The DataTrap II™ Power Status 16
3.5 Recharging the DataTrap II™ Data/VOD Recorder 16
3.5.1 Recharging the DataTrap II™ with the 12V Adapter 17
3.6 Long Term Storage Considerations 17
3.7 VOD Resistance Probes... 18
3.7.1 VOD ProbeRod 18
3.7.2 VOD ProbeCable 18
3.8 DataTrap II™ Technical Specifications 19
Chapter 4: Memory And Triggering 21
4.1 Information on Memory and Triggering 22
4.1.1 Memory 22
4.1.2 Triggering 22
Chapter 5: Recording VOD And Hole/Deck Delay Times 27
5.1 Safety Considerations For Selecting An Explosive Testing Site 28
5.2 The Resistance Wire Technique For Measuring VOD 28
5.3 Installing Proberods For Testing Samples Of Explosives 29
5.4 Installing Probecable For Testing Explosives In Blastholes 31