- PRO/010/M1 Rev 5- Rev. 1.1 N°doc: MN/2014/024 Config.: OPERA DUO-PRCS-OUT-MN OPERA DUO OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual Pisa, May, 2014 Tot pag. N°. = 83 IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.1 KEYWORDS GEORADAR, RADAR SYSTEM, ANTENNA, RADAR MAP, ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE SUMMARY This manual contains a complete description of the Opera Duo radar system, detailing the assembly procedure, the correct use of the data acquisition software, the field work procedure and the general operating procedures of the system. Document Evolution Revision Date Reason of change Rev. 1.0 April 2014 First Edition Rev 1.1 May 2014 Added paragraphs 5.1and 10.1, changes in paragraphs 3.1.6, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6 Document Change Record (Log) RNC Reference Modification Description SW Versions covered by this document Ouverture 01.00 2 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. All rights reserved IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.1 DISCLAIMER 1. i. ii. iii. 2. i. ii. iii. iv. 3. i. ii. Rev. 1.0 General. The present Disclaimer applies to all products (the Products) designed, produced and distributed by Ingegneria Dei Sistemi SpA - Georadar Division (IDS), its Subsidiaries, Affiliated and authorized Distributors. IDS reserves full ownership and intellectual property rights of any Information contained in this Disclaimer including Trade Marks and Graphics. No part of this Disclaimer may be used or reproduced in any forms without the prior written agreement of IDS. In the event that any provision of this Disclaimer may be invalid, unlawful or incapable of being enforced by a rule of law, all other provisions shall, nonetheless, remain in full force and effect. Failure to either enforce or exercise any right, privilege, or legal remedy at any time, any provision contained in this Disclaimer, shall not be deemed a waiver of such provisions or right, remedy, or privilege. This Disclaimer shall be interpreted, governed, construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of Italy. Buyer hereby consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of Pisa, Italy. Initial Precautions for Setting-up and Use of the Products. For setting-up and using the purchased Products, the Buyer shall consult the official documentation provided by IDS for the Products (Reference Documentation) and carefully ascertain the compliance with national laws and requirements, which may limit or even forbid their use. For Products which operate by circulation in Public Areas/Roads, with or without moving traffic, the Buyer/User shall verify the approval of local authority and/or site owner according to their specific procedures. IDS shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages or injuries, including without limitation, lost revenues or lost profits, resulting from unauthorized use of the Products in Public Areas/Roads. For Products which include specific Operational software with automatic data processing and analysis Tools, the User shall be aware that the results provided by these Tools may be not error free. Any User who completely relies on the outcomes provided by these Tools only, does it at his own risk. In no event IDS shall be liable for special, direct, indirect, incidental, exemplary, punitive or consequential damages including, but not limited to, loss of profits or revenue, caused by the use of the Products, either separately or in combination with other products or relied upon the results provided by the above Tools. Disclaimer for the Use of the Products. The User shall follow the instructions provided by IDS in its official Reference Documentation for the Product, in particular the User’s Technical Manual which contains all the specific steps and recommendations for a correct set-up and use of the Product. In no event IDS shall be liable for special, direct, indirect, incidental, exemplary, punitive or consequential damages including, but not limited to, loss of profits or revenue, caused by the lack or incomplete observance of the instructions and prescriptions for the use of the Products, either separately or in combination with other products, in particular for the following main aspects: a. Use of IDS Products outside their limitation of use, without proper and adequate scientific/technical knowledge or without specific training. b. Use of results/outcomes of the measurements performed by the Product dealing with safety aspects without using adequate control procedures and assessment by skilled personnel. c. Opening of the Equipment (for HW Products) without express written authorization from IDS. d. Unauthorized changes and additions to the Products. e. Use of the Products connected to suspected defective equipment or to equipment (mainly PC) not having characteristics in compliance with the required IDS specifications or not expressly authorized by IDS. f. Poor or faulty operation of the electrical and telecommunication networks not directly managed by IDS or its delegates. g. Poor or faulty operation of third party Software/Hardware connected with IDS Equipment. 3 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. All rights reserved IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual h. i. j. N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.1 Poor or faulty operation of the Products due to infection from Software Virus after their delivery. Use of the Products which have encountered suspected manumissions, accidents, electrostatic shocks, lightning, fire, earthquake, flooding or other natural disasters or unexpected events. Use or storage of the Products outside the limits of the Operational Temperature Range specified by IDS. Contacts IDS Ingegneria dei Sistemi S.p.A. – GeoRadar Division Via Enrica Calabresi, 24 – Loc. Montacchiello 56121 PISA - ITALY Tel: +39.050.312411 Fax: +39.050.3124205
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OPERA DUO System v. even as final consumers. strict liability. sent to Distributor/Customer and returned to IDS duly completed as indicated) To be filled in by Distributor Purchase Order (if applicable) IDS End Customer Purchase Order (if available) Distributor/IDS Delivery Date certified by IDS IDS Effective Date certified for Warranty (*) Distributor/End Customer Distributor Name (if applicable) IDS References and dates 5 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. or timeliness of the information provided by the SW. under normal use.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . The Shipping costs for Products returned during the warranty period. To proceed in the application of warranty terms. warranty. negligence. detrimental exposure beyond its intended purpose or damaged in an accident or by natural disaster or calamities. or the refund of the purchase price at the Seller’s sole option. (d) Are repaired by personnel other than IDS personnel. IDS warrants for a period of sixty (60) days from the Effective date that. with reference to IDS Products purchase. are integrated or connected to equipment different from the ones supplied by IDS (except the PC data Logger conform to IDS specifications). including its subcontractors or suppliers. All rights reserved . shall not exceed the sums cashed by IDS for the purchased Products. The SW is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. accident loss or damage in transit. they are intended as an advisor and the user must not completely rely on the results provided by them. or otherwise. pursuant to the legislation regarding the producer responsibility and (II) the warranty provided by the law in force. or performs tests on. (c) The Buyer has subjected to any kind of misuse.p. Any different warranty. which give rise to the claim. The Seller’s sole obligation and liability under this Agreement shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the Product. strict liability. expressively understood that any kind of limitation and/or discharge of responsibility provided by the present warranty is referred to both (I) the responsibility as against any third parties.1 Warranty Conditions & Registration Form A. including but not limited to claims based on the Seller’s negligence of any degree. (hereinafter referred to as IDS or Seller). B. for a period of 12 months from the delivery date duly registered and certified (“Effective Date”) in the “Warranty Registration Form” enclosed hereto. 2. as per Incoterms CIP.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. whether the claim is on contract. 1. and which. Standard Warranty Conditions 1. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information/results provided by these tools.A. warranty. IDS shall repair or replace Products or parts thereof found faulty (the “Faulty Parts”) which are returned to IDS. 1. at IDS’s judgment. 2. The Seller’s obligations shall not apply to Faulty Parts that: (a) The Buyer does not properly store. as per Incoterms CIP. granted by the Buyer to its retailers and clients. the SW support media will be free of defects in material and workmanship. are borne by the Buyer (g) From the Seller Site to the Buyer site shipping cost. tort (including negligence). This Article sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies for claims based upon defects or nonconformity of the Products. reliance on the accuracy. in such case the provisions of above point a) apply 3.Rev. they must not be intended as a substitute for analysis by personnel. 2. The warranty period on the repaired or replaced Faulty Parts is 6 (six) months or the unexpired portion of warranty on such Faulty Parts whichever date comes later. IDS will not be obliged to repair or replace Faulty Parts damaged from abuse. The Faulty Parts once received by IDS will be inspected to verify they are eligible for repair or replacement. reliability. breach of contract. for any and all claims. or maintain. C.A. 4. The above mentioned warranty excludes any other remedies and it has to be considered the only and exclusive remedy foreseen for the Buyer and its retailers and clients. Under no circumstances does IDS warrant that the SW will operate uninterrupted or error free. are as follows: (f) From the Buyer Site to the Seller site shipping costs. Registration Form (to be partially filled in by IDS. which are not approved in writing by the Seller. The Seller’s Products may include specific “Operational” software with automatic data processing and analysis tools (SW) supplied under a License agreement (EULA).. does not engage IDS in anyway. were defective or became defective during its normal use. Warranty Procedure 1. rather. the Buyer has to contact IDS Customer Care Office to get the clearance to return the Faulty Parts. please use additional sheet) Order line item Description Q. 1. IDS certifies that the item has been checked and calibrated as per IDS standard procedures and the item meets or exceeds all test specifications. (**) By inserting a date in this field.1 IDS seal and signature Distributor seal and signature (if applicable) End Customer seal and signature List of Products purchased and test certificate to be filled in by IDS (if the lines are not enough.A. All rights reserved . 1. Fax. 6 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.Rev. The location of tests is Pisa – Italy. OPERA DUO System v. Phone.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.ty S/N System Summary Test Certificate date and reference to internal test report(**) (*) In case the Customer/Distributor does not return the Warranty Registration Form duly filled in and signed to IDS the effective warranty date shall start 10 (ten) days after the delivery date as certified by IDS and written in the above form.p.0 – User Manual End Customer Name and full address Distributor/IDS End Customer Representative (Name. e-mail address) End Customer N doc: MN/2014/024 . If a damp cloth is used. 1. do not spray it directly on the screen.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.A. make sure it is not too wet. spray it onto the cleaning cloth.p. Wait until the equipment is totally dry before reconnecting the cables. Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents. to avoid any damage to the electrical components of the equipment. including the power supply cable. instead. make sure that all cables have been disconnected.1 CLEANING INFORMATION WARNING Before cleaning any external parts of the apparatus. 7 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.0 – User Manual ! N doc: MN/2014/024 .Rev. The Opera Duo should be cleaned periodically using a damp cloth. in any case. All rights reserved . 1. make sure it is not flammable. Do not apply liquid directly to the electrical contacts of the various connectors. If a specific spray is used to clean the PC TFT monitor. OPERA DUO System v. 2.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . Extract the battery pack pulling the tab. Disconnect the battery from the instrument: a.A.4 Ah Removal instructions: 1.2 V 3. separate the connectors.1 BATTERIES REMOVAL INFORMATION Laptop Batteries (X2): Type: Li-ion Characteristics: 7. 1. pull the connector wings. 2. All rights reserved . 8 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.8Ah Removal instructions: 1. 1. b. Radar batteries: Manufacturer: FIAMM FG21202 / SAFT MP176065 Type: Rechargeable lead acid / rechargeable lithium-ion Characteristics: 12V & 12Ah / 15V & 6.Rev. Remove the battery from the cover (optional) opening the strap. Open the drawer with the symbol of the batteries. OPERA DUO System v.p. All rights reserved . 9 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.Rev.A. Adequate separate collection for its subsequent recycling. Unauthorised disposal of this product as unsorted waste by its possessor will lead to an administrative penalty foreseen by national regulations.1 RECYCLING The crossed out wheeled bin symbol shown on the equipment indicates that the product must be recycled separately from other waste at the end of its useful life.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . contact IDS and follow the system that IDS has set up to permit the separate collection of the apparatus at its life end. OPERA DUO System v. Separate waste disposal of this product at the end of its useful life will be organised and managed by IDS.p. When you decide to dispose of the equipment. treatment and environmental friendly disposal contribute towards avoiding any unnecessary effects on the environment and to health and favour the reuse or recycling of the materials that make up the equipment. 1. ................2 Control unit ...........................................................................................................................................................................................5............................................ 32 4.............................. 41 5.................................................................1 Unfold the radar main body .................................................................................... 17 2.... 17 1................................................................................... 29 3.....................................................................1........................................................................................ Opera Duo hardware description ...........................................................................................................................2 Definitions ......................... 42 5...... 18 3......3 Battery ....4................................... 14 1.................................................................................................................................................................................... 23 3...............................................2 Connect the laptop ............................1......................Rev...................... 14 1.................................................................... Assembly procedure .................................................................... 26 3.............4 Battery charger ..................IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S............................1 Regulations ..A........................................................... 46 10 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS...........3 Encoders..................2 Laptop ............................. Overview.............................................................................................................................................. 28 3...............2 Intended readership ...........3........................................................4 Reference ............... 25 3......................2 Application Field .................................. 14 1............... 35 4................................................................................ 22 3.......................................5 Wheels ........................................1 Contents .... 14 1................... 44 5.................................... 30 3.................................................0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 ............... Introduction ............................1 Purpose ...6 Encoder calibration ....................... 40 4...... 31 4....... 14 1.................. 14 1.....1........... 1............ 24 3..................1.................... Ouverture software guide .....................................................................................................................1... 22 3........................................................1 Software installation ............. 37 4..............................5 Spray support ................................................................................................................................ 38 4........................................ OPERA DUO System v.... 32 4..................................................... 18 2................4 Mount the Spray support ............................... 19 3........................................................................................................................1 Opera Duo main body ..............................3 Trademarks ........................................................................................................................................................................................3 Insert the battery .. 1................................... 23 3...................................................................................................................................1 Acronyms .......... 43 5....................5 Mount the GPS support ..........................................................2 Main menu ..................................5.. 17 1.............................................................................6 Laptop support .................................................1 Antenna .........................................................................................p................................................. 42 5.........................................................................................................................................................6 GPS support ........... 18 2..... All rights reserved ...................................................................................3 New Project ............... 25 3.................................................................................1 CONTENTS 1........................................................................................................................................................1.......................................................4 Handle ........................................5 Acronyms and Definitions...........1 Map layer list ...... 4 New Assisted Project .....................4...................................................................................................6..................................................... 49 5.................................................................................... GPS requirements ................... 73 7............................................................................. 66 6.................3...... 1.........................................................................................1 Assisted Project Setup .......................... 78 11 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.......7 Map visualization menu .....................................................4..............................................4 Utilities mapping with GPS .......5 Acquisition menu ...5............................ 47 5.............................................................1............................................. 46 5.......................................... 58 5.......5....1 Positioning Settings ..................................................................................................2 Hardware Settings .................................. 58 5............................................................................................................. 57 5................. 73 7.......................................................6......... 48 5..................................... 63 5.... 56 5...........1.............................................2.......3........... 76 8.....................4............................................................................... 66 6.............................................................................4.................. 74 8........3......1 Area map .................. OPERA DUO System v....................................................................................................................... 60 5........................1 Area map and radargrams ................ 65 6........................................................3............................3...............................4.............................. Preliminary jobsite investigation .............................4.. 1..................................1 Area map .......................................2 Technical maps ............................Rev............... 55 5...... 49 5..2 Target Commands ...........................................................................1 Place Target Window .............................1......................................1 The command Export to Ids Geomap ....................................................................6...................................................................... 57 5...6 System status .........................................................2....... 59 5................................................................2............................2 Reference Line Commands .................1 Jobsite features ....2 On site target mark-out.......................................................... All rights reserved ...1 5..........3.............................5 Open Project .... 60 5............6....................5........................................ 53 5... 48 5.2 GeoMap application ................................................................................................................3 Opening manholes .....................................................................................................................................p.......... 77 9...............5.................................A.....................1 Survey Settings ..............3...........................................................................................................1 GPR and GPS data export .............................................. 61 5............3.......................................................................3..............3 Acquisition commands ......................................... 54 5..................................1 Job setup ...........................2 Area map and radargram ...... IDS geomap guide..............................................................................................IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S........................6 Settings........... 56 5............. 63 5............................4........................................ 54 5...........................3 Utilities mapping without GPS ..........2. 53 5..................2.................................................... 75 8...............2 700 and 250 radargrams ...........................2 Assisted Project Acquisition window ................3...................... 73 7.................................................. 51 5................. 52 5........ 75 8.... 66 6.... 67 7....6........................................................................ Field working procedure.............................0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 ............................... 58 5................1 Create Report .............................................3 International Settings .............. 75 8...................................................................................1........3 Review Acquisition menu ...................................3 Grid Settings ................................................................4 Target commands ....1 Starting Point Editor ....................................................1 Wheel calibration ....................................................................................... .......1 How to use the Webex service .......................... 4.... 20 FIG...................... 4...... 24 FIG.............. 4.......... 37 FIG....... 3..................................... 40 FIG......... 31 FIG................................... 3..... 39 FIG................................................................ 3............................... 25 FIG..17 – GPS SUPPORT IN THE STORAGE BAG .1 10.............14 – SPRAY CAN INSERTION ...................... 20 FIG....................... 3....................................1 – OUVERTURE SOFTWARE INSTALLATION....15 – EXAMPLE OF VERTICAL SPRAY SPOT MARKER ......................... FIG....1 – TWO WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE..................... 38 FIG........................................................ 4........................ 25 FIG..........4 – ANTENNA LOCKING LEVER FOR TWO WHEELED VERSION .................................. 34 FIG......................2 – MAIN MENU..................... 3.......8 – ETHERNET CABLE PLUG ON THE HANDLE ...........................................................2 – TWO WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE................................... 19 FIG..... 5.......2................ 32 FIG................................................................... 37 FIG... 26 FIG......p................................................. 3................................................................. 5...........16 – SPRAY SUPPORT STORAGE BAG ..................................................... 4............................9 – BATTERY COMPARTMENT .........2 – HANDLE BAR AND LAPTOP SUPPORT HEIGHT REGULATION BUTTONS .............. 35 FIG............................... 3..................Rev............12 – SPRAY SUPPORT FIXING ......7 – OPERA DUO HANDLE ......................10 – BATTERY CONNECTION ................................................................... 3......................... 39 FIG................ 43 12 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS...............6 – DAD POWER BUTTON ..6 – VELCRO STRIPS ON THE LAPTOP AND LAPTOP SUPPORT......... 31 FIG................................................ 4...............................0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .............................................. 4.... 34 FIG.................. All rights reserved .........................................................................................11 – SPRAY SUPPORT LOCKS ............................. 3.........A................................ 4.........2 Remote assistance using Webex Support Center . 28 FIG............ 3............................................................................. 42 FIG......7 – ETHERNET CONNECTION....... 4................. IDS On-line assistance... 4......................... 29 FIG.............. 3........................................................3 – LAPTOP SUPPORT INCLINATION REGULATION ...12 – OPERA DUO BATTERY ..................... 33 FIG...................13 – BATTERY CHARGER ................... 24 FIG............................................................................. 1....... OPENED ......................................16 – GPS SUPPORT LOWER PART FIXING ... 4...... 23 FIG............................. 38 FIG............................................. 4.1 – UNFOLD THE OPERA DUO ..........4 – FOUR WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE..........8 – REMOVAL OF SUPPORT PLATE FOR DIFFERENT MODEL OF LAPTOP ...... 3...... 4............................................................. 30 FIG............... 22 FIG.........................................11 – PANASONIC CF-H2 ......15 – GPS SUPPORT UPPER PART INSERTION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 21 FIG.................................5 – OPERA DUO ANTENNA AND WHEELS COVERS .. 3.......................................................... 80 10.5 – ANTENNA HEIGHT REGULATION ...................14 – SPRAY SUPPORT ............... 79 10..........................................................................13 – SPRAY SUPPORT CABLE CONNECTION ............................. 4............................... 3....3 – FOUR WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE......IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S........... 4...................................................................................... 40 FIG................................................................................................. 3......... 1................................................................... CLOSED ............................................................1 Download area .... OPERA DUO System v...... 79 10.................................. OPENED .. ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED................... 80 FIGURES INDEX FIG................... 33 FIG......................... 30 FIG... 3.............9 – TWO AND FOUR WHEELED VERSIONS OF THE OPERA DUO ... 4................................................................................................................... CLOSED ............................. 3................................................... 35 FIG...........10 – LAPTOP SUPPORT ........ ...............................A........ 6.............................................. 6........................3 – CLIENT DATA INSERTION FORM.......................................................................................................... 10................5 – CALIBRATION ERROR ................................................................................................... 79 FIG............... 50 FIG.................................................... 5............................ 6........................................ 45 FIG.................................................5 – 3D VIEW WITH RENDERING ACTIVATED ............. 64 FIG... 6...... 5.. 5............................ 61 FIG. 5................. 10....................... 69 FIG.................................................14 – DELETE LAST SCAN .................. 5..5 .......................................... 72 FIG........ 5..................... 60 FIG.........................................Rev.................................................... 10.................................................. 5..................... 1..... 49 FIG.................EDIT OBJECT WINDOW PROPERTY CHANGES......21 – GRID DIMENSION .................................28 – CALIBRATION START ........ 5............. OPERA DUO System v...........................WELCOME TO WEBEX SUPPORT CENTER WINDOW ............................................................. 43 FIG................2 – IDS_GCAD_XYZ TOOLBAR .......................31 – INTERNATIONAL SETTINGS ..............6 – ACQUISITION MAIN WINDOW ............................................................................................................................... 5...........1 – EXAMPLE OF A FILE IN ASCII FORMAT ..................................... 67 FIG.................... 62 FIG........... 44 FIG................ 44 FIG.............................10 ................................18 – ASSISTED PROJECT SETUP ..................... 5.................. 10..................................................................... 55 FIG.................... 71 FIG....................................................................... 53 FIG.. 65 FIG......................DIALOG WINDOW PARAMETER SECTION PARAMETERS .................................. 52 FIG....................................10 – MARKER SPRAY ....17 – LOW NUMBER OF SATELLITES......... 5.................................. 69 FIG....24 – SURVEY SETTINGS . 5.. 5................ 50 FIG..........................................................2 – IDS E-MAIL SENT TO THE CLIENT. 5........... 5.......................................................................................................... 5................................ 46 FIG.............................................. 56 FIG.. 71 FIG..........................................4 – TRAVERSAL SECTION EXAMPLE ................11 – PLACE TARGET WINDOW ......................................................................... 51 FIG............................ 6..........4 – RADAR CALIBRATION COMPLETION ................................................................... 6.22 .......25 – COM PORT SETTINGS .......3 – SOFTWARE VERSION NUMBER AND CONTACT INFORMATION ............................ 47 FIG.............................................20 – REFERENCE LINE POINT SETUP ...9 – EXAMPLE PRINTING LAYOUT .. 5....................................... 5....................... 68 FIG. 53 FIG.......................................IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S............................................................................................................... 5.......................................................... 66 FIG...................................................23 – REVIEW ACQUISITION WINDOW .................................................................. 58 FIG.. 5............................................................................... 66 FIG....26 – POSITIONING SYSTEM MENU ...........................................................3 .. 81 FIG..................p................................................. 63 FIG.....30 – CALIBRATION FINISHED ................................... 5....19 – REFERENCE LINE ..12 – TARGET TYPE ....................................... 10.... 5...........STARTING POINT EDITOR............... 6.... 63 FIG................................. 70 FIG......... 57 FIG........................................ 1.........................16 – STATUS DETAILS . 48 FIG......... 6.........................7 – LAYOUT MANAGER WINDOW ................................................................4 – WEBEX SET UP WINDOW ...................................................1 – REGISTRATION FORM .......... 80 FIG............................. 56 FIG...........................................................................1 FIG....................................... 5................ 82 13 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS................................................. 5..................9 – RADARGRAM ........ 5............................................................... 54 FIG............................ 64 FIG............ 51 FIG........................ 5................................. 5................7 – DOWNLOADABLE MAP LAYERS ...15 – CREATE REPORT ....................................................... 5..............................................................0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .............................6 – 3D VIEW IN IRON WIRE MODE ...................8 – AREA MAP .29 – ENCODER CALIBRATION ...... 5...................................................................13 – PROPAGATION VELOCITY EVALUATION ........................................................... 6............................... 6........................................................... 81 FIG.............................. All rights reserved .....................27 – HARDWARE SETTINGS .................8 – EXAMPLE OF AREA SUBDIVISION IN PRINTINGS . ....... 82 14 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS........... 1.. 10.....Rev.......... All rights reserved ..IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S... 1.....6 – COMMAND ACCEPTANCE WINDOW .........0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 ....A..........p.....1 FIG............... OPERA DUO System v.... 1.3 Trademarks Windows 7 and Windows 8 are owned by the Microsoft Corporation. 1. Google is owned by Google Inc.1 Purpose This manual explains how to use an Opera Duo system.4 Reference 1.2 Application Field This system is dedicated to underground utilities localization and mapping and it is used for applications in the civil engineering field. 1. including subsequent modifications.A. OPERA DUO System v.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . commercial and light industry environments. All rights reserved .1 Regulations CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN REGULATIONS The equipment conforms to the following requirements set by EC regulations. In residential. INTRODUCTION 1. the user may be required to operate while taking appropriate countermeasures. The apparatus is sensitive to the presence of external electromagnetic fields. 1. 15 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. which may reduce its performance.p. and to the legislation set by the member states that implement these regulations: 1999/05/EEC Radio Directive Warning: this equipment is destined for use in industrial environments (Class A apparatus).1 1. this apparatus may generate radio interference: in this case.Rev.4. a local coordination contact will be provided. and construction companies. SW Washington. Operation of this device is restricted to law enforcement. OET Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street. (b) The users of UWB imaging devices shall supply detailed operational areas to the FCC Office of Engineering and Technology who shall coordinate this information with the Federal Government through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.. (a) UWB imaging systems require coordination through the FCC before the equipment may be used. OPERA DUO System v. commercial mining companies. (e) The NTIA/FCC coordination report shall include any needed constraints that apply to day-to-day operations. and the FCC ID number and other nomenclature of the UWB device.A. 1. is followed by the UWB equipment user. The information provided by the UWB operator shall include the name. The operation of UWB systems in emergency situations involving the safety of life or property may occur without coordination provided a notification procedure. All rights reserved . 1. address and other pertinent contact information of the user.Rev. Operation by any other party is a violation of 47 U.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . This device may not cause harmful interference. Including interference that may cause undesired operation Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. fire and rescue officials. 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. This device must accept any interference received.1 IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE US CUSTOMERS FCC ID: UFW-OPERADUO This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules: Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. and 2. Coordination Requirements. similar to that contained in CFR47 Section 2. This material shall be submitted to the following address: Frequency Coordination Branch.p. Special temporary operations may be handled with an expedited turnaround time when circumstances warrant. The operator shall comply with any constraints on equipment usage resulting from this coordination. § 301 and could subject the operator to serious legal penalties. 16 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.C. the desired geographical area of operation. Such constraints could specify prohibited areas of operations or areas located near authorized radio stations for which additional coordination is required before operation of the UWB equipment.C.S. D. 20554 ATTN: UWB Coordination (d) Users of authorized. (f) The coordination of routine UWB operations shall not take longer than 15 business days from the receipt of the coordination request by NTIA. scientific research institutes. Notice: Use of this device as a wall imaging system is prohibited by FCC regulations.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. If additional local coordination is required.405(a)-(e). NOTE IMPORTANTE POUR LES UTILISATEURS CANADIENS Numéro de certification IC:8991A – OPERADUO Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la norme RSS IC-220 Cet équipement géoradar doit être utilisé que lorsqu’il est en contact ou à moins de 1 mètre du sol.1 IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE CANADIAN CUSTOMERS IC Certification Number: IC:8991A – OPERADUO This device complies with the requirements of IC Standard RSS-220 This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only when in contact with or within 1 m of the ground. 17 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. ce qui est nettement inférieur aux niveaux spécifiés par la réglementation en vigueur. des entreprises de construction et de secours d'urgence ou les organisations de lutte contre les incendies. des instituts de recherche scientifique. commercial mining companies. Cet équipement géoradar doit être utilisé que par des organismes d'application de la loi. Typical power density levels at a distance of 1 m or greater is below 1 W/cm2 (0. Le niveau de densité de puissance à une distance de 1 mètre et plus est de 1 W/cm2 (0.p. scientific research institutes. This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only by law enforcement agencies. Ainsi. this product pose no health and safety risk when operated in the normal manner of intended use. 1. OPERA DUO System v.Rev. construction companies. Thus.A.01 W/m2).IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . CONFORMITÉ D’EXPOSITION AUX FRÉQUENCES RADIO Le produit doit être à au moins un mètre de l’utilisateur lorsqu’en opération. 1. All rights reserved .01 W/m2) which are far below the levels specified by the current regulations. and emergency rescue or firefighting organizations. RADIO-FREQUENCY EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE This product operated is usually operated at least 1 m from the operator. des sociétés minières commerciales. ce produit ne représente aucun risque pour la santé et la sécurité lorsqu'il est exploité dans les conditions d'utilisation prescrites. IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. which together cover all the areas of a large investigation: typically an entire town or a large urban area. i.A.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . Scan: a single movement of the antenna trolley from the beginning to the end of a preestablished path.1 1.Rev. Utilities: the objects the Detector Duo searches for. 1. OPERA DUO System v. Receiver: part of the antenna dedicated to detecting the radar signals. Survey: the name given to a collection of acquisitions. 1.5 Acronyms and Definitions 1. Transmitter: part of the antenna dedicated to emitting the radar signals. Maps: graphics showing the change in received radar signal with respect to the scanning direction. All rights reserved .2 Definitions Raw data: unprocessed data obtained during a field survey.p.5. pipes supplying gas and water.5. etc. Setup: initialization of a piece of equipment or a software process.1 Acronyms DAD: Digital Antenna Device RADAR: RAdio Detection And Ranging USB: Universal Serial Bus GPR: Ground Penetrating Radar PPS: Pulse Per Second HDOP: Horizontal Dilution Of Precision RTK: Real Time Kinematic LAN: Local Area Network GPS: Global Positioning System AC: Alternate Current NMEA: National Marine Electronics Association CORS: Continuously Operating Reference Station UHF: Ultra High Frequency GSM: Global System for Mobile communications 1. Encoder: a distance measurement device which constantly signals the distance travelled from the start of the scan back to the Control Unit .e. electricity cables. 18 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Chap.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 3: Hardware description. 7: Working procedure. OPERA DUO System v.p. Chap. 2. 2: Overview. 4: System assembly procedure. All rights reserved . 1. Chap. 1.A. Chap. Chap.1 2.2 Intended readership The intended reader of this manual should be the technician in charge of using the system that has undergone the IDS training for Opera Duo. 5: Software description. 6: Preliminary site investigation. Chap.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.Rev.8: GPS requirements. Chap. Chap 9: On-line assistance.1 Contents This manual is divided into the following sections: Chap. 19 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. OVERVIEW 2. 1: Introduction. 2. Fig.A. 3. 3.Rev. The size of the two versions of the system. 1. are shown in Fig.1.p. Fig.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .4. OPERA DUO System v. opened 20 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.1 – Two wheeled system size. Fig. 3.1 3. 3. OPERA DUO HARDWARE DESCRIPTION The Opera Duo system is composed by the following parts: Opera Duo main body Laptop (with the Opera Duo software) Battery Battery charger Spray support (optional) GPS support (optional) This chapter contains the description of those parts. in trolley and working position. 1.3 and Fig. All rights reserved .IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 3. IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. All rights reserved .3 – Four wheeled system size. 1. OPERA DUO System v.2 – Two wheeled system size.p.A. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .1 Fig. closed Fig. 3.Rev. opened 21 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 3. A. 1. All rights reserved . closed 22 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.Rev. OPERA DUO System v. 1. 3.p.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .1 Fig.4 – Four wheeled system size.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. up to a depth 2-3 meters depending on the soil conditions.5). The 250 MHz antenna permits the user to see bigger targets situated deeper underground (up to 4-5 meters).p.1 Antenna The Opera Duo has a dual-frequency antenna.Rev. available in two forms: 2 or 4 wheeled. OPERA DUO System v.5 – Opera DUO antenna and wheels covers 3. 1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.A. 250 and 700 MHz. Fig. All rights reserved . 1.1 Opera Duo main body The main body of the system consists of a trolley. foldable for easy transportation. it contains the following sub-components: Antenna Control unit Encoders Handle Wheels Laptop support The system will also be supplied with covers for the antenna and the back wheels (see Fig.1. 3.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . The 700 MHz antenna permits the user to see small shallow targets.1 3. 3. 23 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1 3.3 Encoders The Opera Duo employs two encoders for acquisition distance measuring. or DAD.6 – DAD power button 3. 1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 3.6).2 Control unit The Control Unit. making all the systems work together. 1.Rev. 24 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . The characteristics of the Control Unit are: Voltage: 12 V +/.10% Environment feature: IP 65 Absorbed power: 8 W Operating temperature: -10/+40 °C Fig. each one is positioned inside one of the wheels. The DAD is lodged in the antenna box and has a power button on top of it to turn it on/off (see Fig.p. All rights reserved . only one wheel is touching the ground. at times. is the central part of the system because it communicates with the antenna. 3. This feature ensures that the distance is correctly registered even in rough terrain when.A.1. OPERA DUO System v. the laptop and the encoder. 3. All rights reserved .1). 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . The Handle bar also contains the Ethernet cable that goes to the laptop (Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.4 Handle The Opera Duo handle is an ergonomic and adjustable handle bar (Fig.6).p.1 3. 3.A. 3.7) that can be adjusted both in height and inclination (see paragraph 4.7 – Opera Duo handle The Laptop support is mounted on the Handle bar (see paragraph 3.8 – Ethernet cable plug on the handle 25 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Fig. 1. OPERA DUO System v. Fig. 3.8).1.1.Rev. 1. Fig.10 – Laptop support 26 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.p. The support is made to hold a laptop Panasonic CF-H2. 3.Rev. 3.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.A. 3. OPERA DUO System v.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .9).1 3.5 Wheels The Opera Duo comes in 2 and 4 wheeled versions (Fig.6 Laptop support The inclination of the Laptop support can be adjusted to achieve the best viewing angle for the user (Fig.9 – Two and four wheeled versions of the Opera Duo 3. to hold a different type of computer the user must remove the plastic plate unscrewing the two screw shown in Fig. 3. The tubeless tires have to be inflated to a pressure of 2 bars. 1. 3. the 2 wheeled version has tubeless tires while the 4 wheeled version has 2 tubeless tires in the rear and 2 solid tires in the front. All rights reserved .10).10. 1.1. Fig. for an optimal performance we recommend the following requirements: Processor: i5 1.11 – Panasonic CF-H2 27 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.A. with the software already installed.7 GHz RAM: 2GB Graphic adapter compatible with Open GL 2 or newer Screen resolution: 1024 X 786 Operative system: Windows 7 Hard disk: 40 GB shock proof Serial port RE 232 (only used with the GPS) USB port Ethernet port Fig.7 GHz RAM: 1 GB Graphic adapter compatible with Open GL 2 or newer Operative system: Windows 7 Ethernet port However.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.2 Laptop The system can be provided with a laptop Panasonic CF-H2 (see Fig.11). 1. 1.1 3. however the user can operate Opera Duo with any laptop respecting the following minimum requirements: Processor: i3 1. 3.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 3.p.Rev. OPERA DUO System v. All rights reserved . IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.1 Prior to the software installation the user should be sure that the drivers of the graphic adapter are updated to the latest version. For example for Intel graphic adapter those steps can be followed: 1. Connect the laptop to internet (the user should set the IP address to dynamic for this operation); 2. Open an internet browser and go to http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect; 3. Install the updated drivers; 4. Change again the IP address to the original one. 28 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. All rights reserved IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.1 3.3 Battery The battery used by an Opera Duo system provides power to the Control Unit and, from there, to the Antenna, the Encoder and, if present, the Spray support; the battery does not provide power to the laptop or the GPS, if present. The Opera Duo battery is a 12 V / 12 AH rechargeable lead battery (see Fig. 3.12). Fig. 3.12 – Opera Duo battery 29 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. All rights reserved IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.1 3.4 Battery charger The battery charger is composed of two parts: a small cable to connect the battery to the charger and the battery charger itself, to be connected to the electricity mains at AC 110/220 (see Fig. 3.13). Fig. 3.13 – Battery charger The battery can be charged whilst connected to the system or after having been removed. Note that, in either case, the radar cannot be turned on during the battery charging. 30 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. All rights reserved IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. OPERA DUO System v. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.1 3.5 Spray support The Spray support can be easily attached to the radar main body and contains a cable to be connected to a socket in the upper part of the antenna lodging (see Fig. 3.14). Fig. 3.14 – Spray support The support must be used with a vertical spray spot marker (see Fig. 3.15). Fig. 3.15 – Example of vertical spray spot marker 31 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. All rights reserved Rev. 3. All rights reserved .17 – GPS Support in the storage bag 32 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.16).17). Fig. 3. Fig.6 GPS support The GPS support is composed of two parts that have to be mounted on the radar main body and holds the GPS pole (see Fig.1 The Spray support is provided with a storage bag that can also contain an additional spray can (see Fig. 3. OPERA DUO System v.A. 3.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 1.16 – Spray support storage bag 3.p. 4.p. paragraph 4. 3. 1. 2.2).Rev. 4. To assemble the system follow these steps: 1. Mount the Spray support (optional.1).1). press the central handle button and raise the rudder to the desired angle (Fig. 4. Insert the battery (paragraph 0).5). 1.4).1 – Unfold the Opera Duo 33 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Mount the GPS support (optional. ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE The procedure to assemble the Opera Duo is very simple and can be performed by one person. Fig. Connect the laptop (paragraph 4. All rights reserved .1 4. 5. Unfold the radar main body (paragraph 4. 4. OPERA DUO System v.A.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.1 Unfold the radar main body To unfold the Opera Duo main body place it to on the ground. paragraph 4. OPERA DUO System v.2).A.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .Rev.1 The user can also adjust the height of the handle bars and laptop support using the two vertical buttons in the upper part of the rudder (Fig.2 – Handle bar and laptop support height regulation buttons The inclination of the laptop support can be changed opening the two horizontal locks on its sides (Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 4.p.3 – Laptop support inclination regulation 34 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Fig. 1. 4. Fig. All rights reserved . 4.3). 1. 4. 4. OPERA DUO System v.Rev. Fig. 1. useful for rough terrain.A.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .5 – Antenna height regulation 35 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1.4 – Antenna locking lever for two wheeled version In the 4 wheeled version.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.1 In the 2 wheeled version. 4. 4.4).p. if the lever is in the central position the antenna will have limited mobility.5. Fig. the antenna movement can be blocked by putting the front lever in the right position (Fig. the antenna can be slightly raised from the ground by pulling the strap shown in Fig. while the left position is used for the transportation of the folded system. All rights reserved . 4. Once the laptop is in place the user must connect the Ethernet cable (Fig.1 4.6).7). to attach the laptop to the support press down until the Velcro strips on the support are securely attached to the Velcro strips on the laptop (see Fig. Fig. the user should attach the Velcro strips (provided with the radar) to this laptop. 4. 4. All rights reserved . Fig. OPERA DUO System v. 4.p. 1.2 Connect the laptop The laptop support on the radar main body is complete with Velcro strips.7 – Ethernet connection 36 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.Rev. if another laptop is used instead.A. 4. 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.6 – Velcro strips on the Laptop and Laptop support The CF-H2 laptop provided with the radar already has the Velcro strips attached. 1 If a different model of laptop is used. such as a Panasonic CF-19.1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.A. 1.p. All rights reserved . the upper holding plate must be removed from the support prior to the Velcro application.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . OPERA DUO System v. 1. 37 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.Rev.6. see paragraph 3. slide the battery inside with the plastic connector facing the front of the radar (Fig.9 – Battery connection 38 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Fig. 4. 4.9) and then close the compartment.p. 4.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 1.8). 1. OPERA DUO System v.Rev.1 4.A. All rights reserved . 4.8 – Battery compartment Fig.3 Insert the battery To connect the battery open the dedicated compartment by turning and pulling the metallic ring (Fig.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . Fig. 1. 4.p.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 4.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . All rights reserved .4 Mount the Spray support The Spray support is an optional component to hold and command the spray to mark targets on the ground. 1. OPERA DUO System v.Rev. 4. following these steps: 1. Fix the spray support to the radar main body. Open the locks in the lower part of the spray support (Fig. It can be mounted on either side of the antenna.10 – Spray support locks 2.11). 4. inserting first the upper part and then the lower (Fig.1 4.10).A.11 – Spray support fixing 39 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Fig. IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. Connect the Spray cable to the dedicated connector (Fig. OPERA DUO System v.A. 1.12). 4. 5.12 – Spray support cable connection Fig.p. Fig.13). 4. Close the locking system in the lower part of the spray support. 1. 4. 4.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .1 3. All rights reserved . 4.13 – Spray can insertion 40 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Insert the spray can into the support with the dispenser facing downward (Fig.Rev. All rights reserved . in this way the two parts will be fixed together (Fig.p. To mount the GPS support follow these steps: 1. Insert the upper part of the support into the two dedicated holes (Fig.Rev. 4. 1.5 Mount the GPS support The GPS support is composed of two metallic parts whose purpose is to hold the GPS pole. Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 4.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .A. This pole is not provided with the radar. 4.15). OPERA DUO System v.14 – GPS support upper part insertion 2. 1.15 – GPS support lower part fixing 41 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.14). 4. Screw the lower part to the Opera Duo main body using the two knobs.1 4. Fig. 0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . OPERA DUO System v.2).p. 1. 42 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. this operation can also be repeated every time a difference between real and measured distance is noted.6 Encoder calibration The first time the system is used the metric wheels have to be calibrated.Rev.1 4. then proceed with the wheel calibration using the proper software tool (see paragraph 5.A.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. First the user should inflate the tires to a pressure of 2 bars. 1. All rights reserved .6. manages the acquisition and storage of the data acquired with the Opera Duo radar system.1 5.1).A.x.x.1 Software installation Prior to the software installation the user must be sure that the graphic adapter drivers are updated.exe (where x. 5. 1. 5. All rights reserved .x is the version number) must be launched.2. then the user have to follow the on screen instruction. Fig.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 5. To install the software the file Ouverture-x.p.Rev.x. see paragraph 3.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. OUVERTURE SOFTWARE GUIDE The Opera Duo software. 1. OPERA DUO System v. Ouverture.1 – Ouverture software installation 43 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Please note that the installer has to be executed as an administrator (Fig. Fig. in which the software version number and IDS Customer Care contact information can be found (Fig.3 – Software version number and contact information 44 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Settings (see paragraph 5.5) 4. 1.3). New Assisted Project (see paragraph 5. 5. Exit Fig. 5.2 Main menu The Ouverture main menu contains 5 commands (Fig.2): 1. All rights reserved . 5.Rev.2 – Main menu In the Menu bar at the top of the screen the user can also find the Help command.6) 5.A.4) 3.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. OPERA DUO System v.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . Open Project (see paragraph 5. 1. 5. New Project (see paragraph 0) 2.1 5.p. 1 5. All rights reserved .Rev. 1. 1. If one of the channels is not working. 5.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. the user should check if the LAN cable is properly connected to the laptop and the DAD is turned on (see Fig.2).4 is shown when the calibration is completed. Fig. 5. 3. 5.5). if the problem persists contact the IDS customer care. OPERA DUO System v.5 – Calibration error 45 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. a calibration error appears with the faulty channel indicated.3 New Project Clicking the New Project button in the main menu (Fig. 5.6). 5.4 – Radar calibration completion If the radar fails to calibrate (Fig. the software calibrates the radar and in Fig. Fig.p.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .A. Rev.3) Target commands (paragraph 5. 5. 3.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .6 – Acquisition main window The main window is composed by the following sections: 1. 6.3.3. 2.2) Acquisition commands (paragraph 5. 1.6) Map visualization buttons (paragraph 5.3. Map layer list (paragraph 5. 7. 5. 1.5) System status (paragraph 5.4) Acquisition menu (paragraph 5.1 After the calibration.1) Area map and radargrams (paragraph 5. OPERA DUO System v. 4.3.A. 5.6).7) 46 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.3.3.p.3. 5 1 3 1 1 2 1 4 1 6 7 1 Fig. All rights reserved 1 . the acquisition main window automatically opens ( Fig. 1 5. the types of file format that can be loaded are .7 – Downloadable map layers Each layer can be removed from the list using the button.2. 5. .3. To load a saved map use the button.3. OPERA DUO System v.2.1) 2.and . 1.2) 47 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.A.Rev.1 Map layer list The user can load one or more maps from a saved file or from the internet to visualize the scan lines and the targets on them.3.7. 700 MHz radargram (see paragraph 5. turned off by clicking the button and made more transparent using the slider The layers are visualized in the Area map (see paragraph 5.kml).2) 3. button. To load from the internet use the shown in Fig.3.3. .2.tif.2). Area map (see paragraph 5.3. 1.p. the layers that can be downloaded are Fig. All rights reserved . 5. Be sure to load a map containing the area you are currently scanning.tiff.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 5. .0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 250 MHz radargram (see paragraph 5.2 Area map and radargram This section is divided in 3 parts: 1. a compass . The current position of the radar is represented as a yellow icon .Rev. 5.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .2. 5.3. 1.8).8 – Area map The user can zoom to the entire extent of the scan with the with the button and zoom in/out button. OPERA DUO System v. Fig.p.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. All rights reserved . the scan trajectory and the inserted targets (Fig. 1.A. 48 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.1 Area map This map shows the loaded map layers (see paragraph 5.3.1 5.1). All rights reserved . During the first scan. in order to push or pull the radar.Rev.2 700 and 250 radargrams This map shows the two radargrams in real time. see Fig. Fig. 5. If a sudden change in the soil condition is encountered.2. complete with horizontal scale (distance travelled) and vertical scale (depth). in addition the user can adjust the contrast of each map with the command.9 – Radargram The same zoom commands can be found here as for the Area map section.p. To start an acquisition click the button. 5. OPERA DUO System v.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.1). The user should click the button to refresh the graphic settings based on the acquired data (from the previous half a meter).9.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 5. the software uses a very short part of the radar scan (about half a meter) to evaluate soil characteristics and to calculate the best graphic settings for the visualization of radargrams.1 5. the user can chose the scan direction (forward or backward) using the button.3. 1. Following this.3.2. the software continuously adjusts those settings.3. 1. (see paragraph 5. the software won’t be able to adjust the graphic settings properly. 49 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. after that the button changes into the button.3 Acquisition commands Before starting an acquisition. that needs to be clicked to stop and save the acquisition.A. 50 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. depth etc. 1. To delete a marker click the mouse.p.4 Target commands To insert a marker click the button and then click directly on the anomaly seen on the radargram: this opens the Place Target window (see paragraph 5.10 – Marker Spray 5.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. Color: default color is defined according to the target typology. forming a so-called “Target”.A.) can also be seen in this window. defining: Target type (Fig. 5.4.10). In the left part of this window (see Fig.3. Notes.12).Rev. the user can click the mark the target on the ground (see Fig.1 Place Target Window This window opens after a marker has been placed on the radargram using the button.1). the software connects them with a line in the map. button to Fig. 5.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .3. 5. OPERA DUO System v.1 5.11) the user can edit the inserted marker. 1. button then select the marker to be deleted using the If the Spray Support is installed and connected.4. If two markers are inserted using the same name. Name: a list of the previous inserted targets is available. 5. The details of the target (position.3. A default name is proposed based on the selected target typology. All rights reserved . A. 5.Rev.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 1.1 Fig.p. All rights reserved . 1.12 – Target type 51 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.11 – Place Target window Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. OPERA DUO System v. 5. 14 – Delete last scan 52 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. can be found. 5. 5. To confirm the insertion of the marker click the OK button. otherwise click Cancel. 1. All rights reserved .14).3. button.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .13).5. button the user can reset the propagation velocity to the last confirmed On the right of the radargram the zoom buttons .p. Fig. see paragraph 5.13 – Propagation velocity evaluation With the value. 5. the Create Report window opens. 1. button can be used to delete the last acquired scan (Fig. Fig.5 Acquisition menu This bar contains a series of buttons to manage various functions. OPERA DUO System v. and .3. 5.1. All these parameters are bound by a relationship.1 The right part of the Place Target window is used for the propagation velocity estimation: the user can superimpose the red hyperbola on the radargram using the slider below the map or modifying one of the three values below the slider (Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. the grid on the radargrams can be turned on and off. By clicking the With the The button.Rev. 5.A. IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.2. In the Survey Description section the user can edit the Survey and Project name and the job Location. Fig. the user can also insert a Logo to be printed in the report. see paragraph 5. All rights reserved .0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .p.3. select Preview to visualize it before saving and click Cancel to avoid saving the report.5. Click Save to generate the report. OPERA DUO System v. see paragraph 5.6. 1.A.15 – Create Report In the Header section the Company and Operator name and the Date/Time can be inserted. 5. 1. please note that the settings window during a project is only for the visualization.15). 5.1 Create Report In the Create Report window the user can manage the options for the survey report generation (Fig. 5.1) click the button. 53 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.Rev. to change the settings the user must access the window using the main menu. In the Format section the user can switch between different Paper sizes (A3 or A4). Planimetry scales (from 1:50 to 1:1000) and Output types (PDF or HTML). To stop the current Project and go back to the main menu (see paragraph 5.1 The user can click the button to access the Settings menu. some notes can also be added to the report. p. Fig.7 Map visualization menu The user can turn on and off the Area map ”deep” channel .IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 5. 1.Rev. All rights reserved and the .1 5. 5.16 – Status details Fig.3.16).3.17 will be shown. 1. the GPS . If the number of satellites seen by the GPS is low the window in Fig. OPERA DUO System v.A. 54 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 5. and the battery can be checked The user can verify the status of the system by clicking on one of these buttons (see Fig. the “shallow” channel . . 5.17 – Low number of satellites 5.6 System status The status of the radar in this section. 4.18).4.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.1 Assisted Project Setup When the Assisted Project button is clicked in the main menu (Fig. 3. 4.4 New Assisted Project 5.A.p. 5. 5. from here the user must setup the measurement grid.1. to go back to the main menu.1) Reference Line commands (paragraph 5.1.2) Grid Settings (paragraph 5.4. Map layers list (paragraph 5.1. 2 1 3 2 4 3 2 Fig. OPERA DUO System v.3. the software opens the Assisted Project Setup window (Fig. All rights reserved .3) When the grid is complete the user must click or to begin the acquisition.1) Area map (paragraph 5. 1. 2.2). 5.4.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 55 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.18 – Assisted Project Setup The Setup window is composed by the following parts: 1.1 5.Rev. 1. 1.4.p.Rev. The user can zoom to the entire extent of the grid with the with the button and zoom in/out button. All rights reserved .IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 1. then click and drag the mouse. To draw the grid reference line the user must click place two or more points (Fig. 56 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.19). and then click on the map to Fig. OPERA DUO System v. 5.1 Area map This section contains the loaded map layers and the grid sketch superimposed on each other. 1. 5.A.1 5.19 – Reference Line To pan the map click the button. 3 Grid Settings In this section the user can change the dimension and the step of the grid in the T and L directions. 1.20). is clicked Selecting one of the points of the reference line the user can change the distance from the previous point and the angle relative to the previous segment of the line (Fig. All rights reserved . the user can click . the L axis is the starting point of the longitudinal scans. Fig. 5.21).p.1. The T axis is the starting point of the transversal scans. 5.1.Rev.4.20 – Reference Line point setup 5.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. Fig. There is also the option to flip the grid 180°. The reference line can be modified if the button again. 5.4.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 1.1 5.2 Reference Line Commands When the drawing of the reference line is finished.21 – Grid dimension 57 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. OPERA DUO System v. The total number of scans needed to complete the survey is also shown here (Fig.A. 5. The radar icon on the Map is positioned on the pre-defined grid according to the parameters set in this window. OPERA DUO System v.3.4.1. The button lets the user select a scan line on the defined grid (see 5. All rights reserved .4. Clicking opens the Starting Point Editor window.The radar picture is interactive.1 5.22 . green arrows can be clicked to modify the values of the in-line and lateral displacements. Fig.p. This function is available before starting a scan.3).4.2 Assisted Project Acquisition window The Acquisition window is the same as the one explained in paragraph 5.1 Starting Point Editor This window shows the information of the selected scan (Direction and Coordinate) and allows the user to modify the starting point position and scan direction (Forward or Backward).Rev. This function is available before starting a scan. 5. but has two new available commands.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .4.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. from which the user can modify the starting position of the next scan with respect to the defined grid (see paragraph 5.Starting Point Editor 58 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1.A.2.1). to do this click and drag the selection over the desired lines. 5.2. 1. alternatively the user can just click on the line he wishes to select. Rev.5.A. Area map and radargrams (paragraph 5.5.2 Target Commands These commands are the same as the ones explained in paragraph 5. except the button is not present.p. 2.1) Target Commands (paragraph 5. 4 3 2 1 1 2 1 3 2 1 Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.3.23). this opens the Review Acquisition window (Fig.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .2. 1.7) Review Acquisition menu (paragraph 5. 5.2) Map visualization buttons (paragraph 5. 5.2) is used to open an existing project select the . 3. 5.3.5. 59 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.3) 5. 5.4.23 – Review Acquisition Window The Review Acquisition window is composed by the following parts: 1.1 5.5 Open Project The Open Project button in the main menu (Fig.xml file found inside the survey folder.5. in addition the radargrams contain the and buttons to scroll the scan horizontally.3. All rights reserved . 4.1 Area map and radargrams This section is similar to the one explained in paragraph 5. OPERA DUO System v. 1.5. command the targets are exported to IDS Geomap in a .dat file.5.2. All rights reserved . The function is described in Paragraph 5. and functions are explained in paragraph 5.3.5. for completion with missing lines).p.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.A.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . see Using the Scroll menu various scans. . With the chapter 6. 1. The .Rev. OPERA DUO System v. 1.3 Review Acquisition menu This bar contains the commands to manage various software functions.1 5. the user can switch between the 60 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Clicking the button the user can resume the saved Survey and proceed with data acquisition (for example. .3. 1 5.1). Turn on and off the GPS and access the Positioning Settings (see Paragraph 5.6 Settings The Settings menu .0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .24 – Survey settings 1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. Survey Settings (see paragraph 5.6. Hardware Settings (see paragraph 5. OPERA DUO System v. 1.1 Survey Settings In the Survey Settings menu the user can (see Fig.6.6. With the button the user can go back to the initial settings. 61 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 5. 5. 5.p.24): Fig. 1.6. International Settings (see paragraph5.1) 2. accessible using the Settings button of the main menu (Fig.1. is subdivided in three tabs: 1.3) 5.2). Modify the project name and save the folder.Rev.6.2) 3. 2. All rights reserved .A. Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.1 Positioning Settings The Positioning Settings menu contains two tabs: 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .1.25 – COM Port Settings 62 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1. COM Port Settings (Fig. OPERA DUO System v. All rights reserved . the status of the GPS and the incoming NMEA strings can be found in the same window.p.6. 5.1 5.A.Rev.26) In addition. 1. 5. Positioning System (Fig. 5.25) 2. In the COM Port Settings the user must insert the same value used for the setting of the GPS (refer to the GPS user manual). IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. if the value is RTK Float it means that the connection with the base station is lost.A. Fix: indicates the Real Time Kinematic status.26 – Positioning System menu 63 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 2. 1.1 In the Positioning System menu contains a Status section displaying the following information: 1. for a good positioning this value should be no greater than 2.p.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . OPERA DUO System v. 5. the lower this number is. 1. Fig. 3. Satellites: indicates the number of satellites from which the GPS is receiving data. the value can be GPS Fix (without RTK) or RTK Fix (with RTK).Rev. HDOP: Horizontal Dilution Of Precision. All rights reserved . for a good signal at least 5 satellites are required. the better accuracy is achieved. 0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .28. 5. 1.1.6.27. see Fig.p. Fig.29. 1. 5.6. see Fig.28 – Calibration start 64 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 5. 5. From the same menu the user can also calibrate the encoder clicking on paragraph 5. and then click the Start button in the encoder calibration window. OPERA DUO System v.27 – Hardware Settings 5. see Fig.2. .A.2.1 5.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. see Fig. 5.6.1 Wheel calibration The user must click Calibrate to start the wheel calibration. All rights reserved .Rev.2 Hardware Settings The Hardware Settings menu is used for modifying the radar depth range (in ns) and the number of samples. 5.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. a distance of at least 10 meters must be covered. 5. 5.30 – Calibration finished For a correct calibration.30.A. OPERA DUO System v. click the Stop button.p. 1. see Fig. 65 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.1 Fig.Rev. 1. All rights reserved .0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . then the user must enter the travelled distance and click the OK button. Fig.29 – Encoder calibration Once the calibration is finished. 31 – International Settings The available units of measurement for distance are meters. 66 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1. inches or feet. feet and yards. 1.31). 5. All rights reserved . OPERA DUO System v. the measurement system and units (Fig.Rev.p. Fig. 5.6.1 5. for depth the user can choose between meters.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.A. centimeters.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .3 International Settings The International Settings menu allows the user to choose the language. 1. IDS GEOMAP GUIDE 6.2 – Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar The procedure used to transfer data to AUTOCAD software from Opera DUO software is detailed as follows. This file is saved in the current directory (Fig. 67 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1. Fig.2 GeoMap application Once the Autocad application icon is launched.1 – Example of a file in ASCII format When the user has completed the target insertion. the user can save a file in ASCII format with the list of coordinates of all the targets extracted.A.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. The user has to open Ids_gcad_xyz Autocad application to import the data file into Autocad. All rights reserved . the Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar appears (Fig.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 6. 6.p. OPERA DUO System v.1).2).1 6. Fig. 6. 6.1 The command Export to Ids Geomap Clicking the button. 6.Rev. the targets can be exported to Autocad. 6. 1. OPERA DUO System v.1 6.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . horizontal and diagonal sections of the cartography imported from the Data Base. 6. After having completed the setting phase.Rev.1 GPR and GPS data export To export GPR data on Autocad the user must follow this procedure: 1.A. 1.3 . The data will be automatically represented on the drawing and georeferenced according to the reference system used (GPS or Reference Line).3 and Fig.scan file from the current project folder and click Open. 3.2. All rights reserved . 2.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.4). To create a section the user must edit the following fields: Section name: insert the name of the section Vertical Limits: insert the min & max depth of the vertical section Grid : insert the X-step & Y-step of the reference grid Vertical Scale Factor: select the scale relation in vertical direction. The Make Section button allows the user to automatically obtain schematic longitudinal. Fig. Click the Load from radar export button from the Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar. Click the Open Project button on the Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar. 6.Dialog window parameter section parameters 68 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. click Create Section (Fig. traversal. Clicking this button the window in Fig. 6. Then select any .p.3 appears in which the user can decide which section to perform. the mouse pointer becomes a small square which can be used to select the pipes to be “dressed”. 1. This type of viewing gives the pipe a socalled “iron wire” look.p.1 Fig. After clicking on Dress pipe.4 – Traversal section example 4. The Dress Pipe button allows the user to “dress” the pipes. 6. 69 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. highlighting the pipe axis.A. OPERA DUO System v.Rev.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. All rights reserved . creating around the pipe axis the vectors of a cylinder. and can be modified using normal AutoCad tools. The Undress Pipe button allows the user to “undress” the pipes. 5. This command allows the user to reduce the pipe in a poli-line.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 1. Rev. Fig. 1. 6.6 – 3D View in iron wire mode 70 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. The Shade 3D Objects button automatically executes a “rendering” of all the 3D elements in the AutoCad file see Fig.p.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .5 – 3D View with rendering activated 7.5.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.6. 6. 6. All rights reserved .A. OPERA DUO System v. 6.1 6. The Unshade 3D Objects button allows the user to view the 3D elements in the so-called “iron wire” view Fig. 1. Fig. In the window in Fig.A. 6.7 to manage the creation of the various printing Layouts.Rev.7 the user can select the following fields: Paper Size – select paper format Output Scale – select the printing scale Insert Frame. 1.insert in the AutoCad file the design subdivision boarders that delimit the printing area (see ex. The Layout Manager button activates the window in Fig.8). Visible frames when closing – view printing boarders in the AutoCad design.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. All rights reserved . 1.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . Fig. 6. Fig. 6.7 – Layout Manager window 71 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.1 8. 6.p. Make All Layouts – create various printing layouts. OPERA DUO System v. A. OPERA DUO System v.8 – Example of area subdivision in printings Fig. 1.Rev.1 Fig.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 6. 1.9 – Example printing Layout 72 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 6. All rights reserved .p. 6. clicking on the desired item the window in Fig. Diameter of Pipe: change pipe diameter. 1. for example.10 appears. OPERA DUO System v. This window shows all the general information regarding the Project and Zone and information regarding the selected object.p. 1.1 9.10 .IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.Edit object window property changes The following fields may also be edited: Color: clicking Select Color the user can choose from the palette of AutoCad colors the color to associate to the selected element. Step for Pipe Depth Text: select the distance interval of the fields associated to each pipe.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .A. Fig.Rev. type of plot R-PIPE and the name PIPE-01 (see Fig. 6. 6. 73 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.10). The Object Information button transforms the AutoCad cursor into a white square. All rights reserved . The space available. For this reason. taking into account the objectives to be performed. 74 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. if not an exhaustive one. the investigation is performed in streets. Often. Any difficulties in accessing the site must be considered.2 Technical maps Technical maps of the existing utilities are produced by the various utilities companies. in terms of the space available for the passage of the GPR equipment and any architectural features that could cause an obstacle to the data acquisition phase. These give general indications in a schematic way about the type and position of the utilities that are managed and/or have been constructed by them.Rev. All rights reserved . OPERA DUO System v.1 Jobsite features The first fundamental phase for any field survey consists in understanding the features of the jobsite: the scope is to acquire all the necessary information for the logistics of the operation. It is the task of the user to take these points into consideration when planning the survey. these maps represent an important support during the extraction and data interpretation phases. and above all.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. since they give the user a first idea. permission to interrupt the traffic flow. The most important types of utilities (which may be managed by different agencies) to be considered are: Public Street Lighting Low. 1. etc.1 7. specifying clearly the streets and areas of interest. In the specific case of a GPR investigation for underground utilities detection.p.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . squares and on pavements with a relatively high level of urban traffic.A. 7. The main points to be considered during this phase are described below: Specific permission must be obtained (access to pedestrian zones. Medium and High Voltage Electricity Cables Water supply Gas Telephone Cables Sewers Even though they may be very generic. The presence of parked cars. PRELIMINARY JOBSITE INVESTIGATION 7. in the presence of randomly parked cars. 1. in fact. These maps can be requested by faxing or writing to the cartographic or planning office of the companies.). the first thing to consider is the accessibility of the site. The level of traffic. of the utilities that are present. it is important that the user activates the procedures for obtaining these maps well in advance to make sure that they are available during the data extraction phase. The data regarding the depth. 75 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 1.p. and consists in opening the manholes present in the investigated site.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . and direction of the utility should be saved on the work sheet: this provides the user with further reference data during the interpretation phase. and allows propagation velocity estimates to be performed in order to calculate the depth of the identified utility as precisely as possible.Rev. diameter.A.3 Opening manholes This phase is normally performed once the acquisition phase has been completed.1 7. OPERA DUO System v. All rights reserved . check the radar and battery status (see paragraph 5.3. 5. After the radar calibration. When a line is finished stop the acquisition (see paragraph 5. Turn on the laptop.p. 76 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.3. For a correct acquisition follow the instruction in paragraph 8.1 Job setup Prior to departure to the jobsite be sure that the laptop and radar batteries are fully charged.Rev.4).6). see paragraphs 5.1 and 0).3. 3. 2.4).3.4. All rights reserved .3) and position the instrument at the start of a line to be scanned. pulling or pushing the instrument (see paragraph 5. 10. a GPS is not required. 8. 9. Click the New Project button (because a grid is not needed in this situation. Start the acquisition (see paragraph 5. For a better visualization of the radargrams. but it would be useful to adopt the Spray Support (see paragraph 3. 11. Insert the target and estimate the correct depth (see paragraph 5. depending on the purpose of the job and the available tools.3.3) and start moving. 7. 1.3. The acquisition procedure is: 1.A. use the proper command to mark the ground (see paragraph 5. 12. Repeat the steps from 7 to 11 until the jobsite is covered.2 On site target mark-out If there is no need for mapping of the subservices. complete with optional components if needed (see paragraph 3.3.7).1). When a target is found stop and go back until the vertical yellow line in the radargrams is on top of the target.5 and 3. Choose the movement mode. OPERA DUO System v.1 8. 8. Upon arrival at the jobsite mount the system (see chapter 4). 6. the area map can be turned off (see paragraph 5. 4. If a Spray Support is present.2.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 1. FIELD WORKING PROCEDURE 8.6). Start up the Opera DUO software.3) and position the instrument at the start of a new line.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .5 and 4. Choose the movement mode. Setup the acquisition grid (see paragraphs 5. 5.3. 1.1).Rev. save the Survey report (see paragraph 5.1. Start up the Ouverture software. Repeat the steps from 7 to 10 until the entire grid is covered.3). then the user must setup an acquisition grid. 14. select a new line in case the one suggested by the software is to be skipped. The data can be also exported to IDS Geomap to be edited in AutoCAD (see paragraph 6. Start the acquisition (see paragraph 5. All rights reserved . Turn on the laptop.3. OPERA DUO System v.3.4). 6.6). 77 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.1 8.4). 10. 15.A. When a target is found stop and insert it estimating the correct depth (see paragraph 5. after concluding.1 and 5. 3. Position the instrument on the first line to be scanned. The Acquisition can be reviewed using the Open Project button (see paragraph 5.3 Utilities mapping without GPS If the purpose of the job is to obtain a map. 1. 13.4. 7. If a Spray support is present go back on top of the target and mark it on the ground (see paragraph 5.1. Click on the Assisted Project button (see paragraphs 5.3. to do this follow these steps: 1.5. After the radar calibration check the radar and battery status (see paragraph 5. 8. If an internet connection or a cartographic file is available. 11.4.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.1). the starting position and movement direction can also be modified.p.3).3.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .3. the user can download a map layer to be underlayed with the scan lines and targets (see paragraph 5. 12. but a GPS is not available. 9.1) and exit the acquisition phase.1). When a line is finished stop the acquisition (see paragraph 5. 2.3. pulling or pushing the instrument (see paragraph 5.3) and start moving.3) and position the instrument at the start of a new line.2. 4. The user can modify the starting point and movement direction or select a different line. 1).1 and 0). 7.1) and exit the acquisition phase. The Acquisition can be reviewed using the Open Project button (see paragraph 5.3.5. following these steps: 1.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. Repeat the steps from 8 to 11 until the entire area is covered. Click on the New Project button because a grid is not required in this situation (see paragraphs 5. Start up the Ouverture software. GPS and battery status (see paragraph 5.p.3) and position the instrument at the start of a line to be scanned.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . 78 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. 6. 11.3) and start moving.A. Start the acquisition (see paragraph 5. After the radar calibration check the radar. The data can be also exported to IDS Geomap for editing in AutoCAD. 8.4 Utilities mapping with GPS If a GPS is present a georeferenced map of the targets can be created.Rev. after concluding. the user can download a map layer to be underlayed with the scan lines and targets. Turn on the laptop.1 and 5. 9.1).2. pulling or pushing the instrument (see paragraph 5. All rights reserved . 4. 13.6). save the Survey report (see paragraph 5. 5.1 8. 10. 12.6. When a line is finished stop the acquisition (see paragraph 5. If a Spray support is present go back on top of the target and mark it on the ground. 2. OPERA DUO System v. 1. When a target is found stop and insert it estimating the correct depth. Choose the movement mode.3. 14. Connect and configure the GPS using the Settings menu (see paragraph 5. 3. If an internet connection or a cartographic file is available.3) and position the instrument at the start of a new line.3. 1.3. 1. 4. Serial cable (RS232) is required. GPS REQUIREMENTS The Opera Duo system can be used with a GPS to position the scans in real time without the need of creating a grid. 3. 5. The requirement of such GPS are: 1.Rev.1 9.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. 2. Positioning update greater than 5 Hz.A.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . OPERA DUO System v. RTK: connection to a base station via radio link (UHF or GSM) or connection to a Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) via internet. 1. NMEA output. alternatively the GPS can be connected to the laptop via Bluetooth. 79 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.p. Dual frequency (L1+L2). All rights reserved . p. manuals.Rev.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. Fig.A. 10.1 10. To do this the first step is to fill the registration form.1 – Registration form The request will be handled by the Customer Care of IDS. that he has to enter in https://www.idscorporation. 10. All rights reserved .com/georadar/more-information/georadar-customer-arealogged/customer-area-login.idscorporation.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 . then the user will receive an email with its credentials to access the download area.1 Download area The Georadar section of the IDS website has a download area accessible from the customer to get the latest update of software. OPERA DUO System v. IDS ON-LINE ASSISTANCE 10. guides and other useful tools.com/georadar/more-information/georadar-customer-arealogged/request-an-account (Fig. accessible from https://www.1). 1. 1. 80 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. p.2 – IDS e-mail sent to the client 81 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.1 How to use the Webex service The user will receive an email from IDS Customer Care containing a link to the support session (see Fig. 10. 10.2.2 Remote assistance using Webex Support Center The Webex Support Center is a service that allows the activation of a two host session.1). Since there are no firewalls or other types of network configurations. All rights reserved . It is easy to use thanks to a simple and intuitive interface. Fig.A. it is a fast and secure means of reaching any client host in any part of the world.1 10. It can be used to perform web conferences and presentations.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .Rev. the client only has to accept to download a small plug used to permit the service authentication and function. OPERA DUO System v. making an application or the desktop available to the other user or letting the user capture another remote desktop. In fact. 1. 1. 10. A. Fig. OPERA DUO System v.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S. the following window appears.4 – Webex Set up window As shown in the following screen (see Fig. 10. 1.3). Insert the user data into the form (see Fig.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .2).5) the user is given a console. 10. 10. Fig. Video and Leave Session commands.3 – Client data insertion form Clicking Submit.p. 10. 10. (see Fig. The session starts as soon as the download is complete. containing the Chat. All rights reserved . 1.1 Clicking on the link in the email. 82 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS.Rev. the following page appears showing a downloading bar. A.p. OPERA DUO System v. 10. 1. All rights reserved . the user is asked for confirmation through the window shown in Fig.5 .1 Fig. Before each command is activated.IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.0 – User Manual N doc: MN/2014/024 .6. IDS Customer Care can perform a range of operations on the user desktop: Request control of the desktop using the Request Control command. 1. Share the visualization of the IDS desktop using Share View.Welcome to Webex Support Center window At this point.6 – Command acceptance window 83 / 83 All information contained in this document is property of IDS. Give the user control of the IDS desktop using the Share Control command. 10. 10. Fig.Rev. Request to display the remote desktop using Request View.