MALÅ GeoScience
RAMAC X3M
and
EasyLocator
Hardware Manual
Страница 1: ...MALÅ GeoScience RAMAC X3M and EasyLocator Hardware Manual ...
Страница 2: ...released by the operator Therefore all units sold after July 15 2002 in the US will have this functionality and also be delivered with a kill switch Units sold outside the US will have a plug attached to the kill switch connector Removing this plug causes the unit to cease functioning No kill switch will be delivered to destinations outside US The kill switch and how it s to be handled is further ...
Страница 3: ...3 2 Start up and hardware description 4 2 1 Layout of the X3M 4 2 2 Mounting on the shielded antenna 5 2 3 Power cable 5 2 4 Distance measuring devices 5 2 5 Connection to computer 6 2 6 Kill switch 6 2 7 Start up and power button 7 3 Batteries and charging 8 3 1 Batteries 8 3 2 Charging 8 4 Software 8 5 Using the RAMAC X3M 9 6 RAMAC X3M specifications 10 ...
Страница 4: ...5 67 Fax 1 843 769 7397 Information about MALÅ Geoscience s products is also available on Internet www malags com Be sure to include instrument type and serial numbers 1 1 Unpacking and Inspection Great care should be taken when unpacking the equipment Be sure to verify the contents shown on the packing list and inspect the equipment for any loose parts or other damage All packing material should ...
Страница 5: ...compatible with the Windows based acquisition software Ground Vision while the EsayLocator has it own acquisition software EasyVision The built in default autostacking function secures the best data quality at maximum survey speed in both units This section will give a short overview of how the GPR Ground Penetrating Radar systems work 2 1 Layout of the RAMAC X3M EasyLocator Figure 2 1a Layout of ...
Страница 6: ... the X3M EasyLocator on the antenna that you are going to use for your measurement The Parallel port and the Power connection should point forward according to the picture Figure 2 2 Fasten the unit on the antenna by tighten the securing screws Figure 2 2 Mounting on the antenna 3 Encoder 6 DC power 4 PC comm 1 Kill switch 2 ON OFF ...
Страница 7: ...2 4 Distance measuring devices The X3M EasyLocator can be used together with the standard MALÅ GeoScience distance measuring devices hip chain and measuring wheels The encoder cable is connected as shown below Figure 2 4 2 5 Connection to computer Add the computer to the system by connecting the parallel port cable between the computer and the X3M EasyLocator Figure 2 5 Use an IEEE 1284 compatible...
Страница 8: ...cket clockwise Figure 2 6 bottom To disconnect Turn the bayonet socket counterclockwise and pull out 2 7 Start up and power button To start the X3M EasyLocator press and hold the start button for approximately two seconds The light in the center of the button will start to flash Figure 2 7 Next start the acquisition software GroundVision or EasyVision in your computer During the measurement the bu...
Страница 9: ...starts to flash again the X3M is ready for new measurements To turn the X3M EasyLocator off push the button and release quickly The red light will then stop flashing the unit is now off If the power cable is accidentally pulled out the X3M EasyLocator will start automatically when the cable is inserted again ...
Страница 10: ...ry charger is an automatic quick charger designed for lead acid batteries The recharge up to about 80 of the full capacity goes very quickly However it is recommended to keep the battery charging until it is fully charged The battery charger can be left on after the battery has been fully charged It then automatically turns into maintenance charging The indicator lamp on the charger gives you the ...
Страница 11: ...ision software manual for further information on the acquisition software The EasyLocator is operated with the software EasyVision designed for optimal user friendliness Please refer to the EasyVision software manual for further information ...
Страница 12: ...the X3M EasyLocator The X3M EasyLocator can be used together with the RAMAC GPR Cart The Cart is designed for surveys on a flat surface Figure 5 1 If the RAMAC GPR Cart is not suitable the system can also be towed by using the pulling handle and the X3M PC holder Figure 5 2 Note All measurements should be performed with the antenna close to ground for best results Figure 5 1 RAMAC X3M with 500MHz ...
Страница 13: ...External 12V DC battery Pb Operating time 6 8 hours with standard battery belt Charger Quick charger automatic charge cycle 100 40VAC input Charge time 3 5h 80 100 Measuring wheel Standard RAMAC GPR trigger device Software3 Compatible with GroundVision Antennas4 Shielded antennas 100 250 500 and 800 MHz Dimensions 310 x 180 x 30 mm 12 2 x 7 x 1 2 in Weight 1 7 kg 3 7 lb Operating temperature 20o C...
