abem Terrameter LS Manuale utente
Instruction Manual
Terrameter LS
ABEM Product Number 33 3000 95
ABEM 20120109, based on release 1.9
ABEM Terrameter LS
ABEM Terrameter LS
T ank you for c oosing ABEM Terrameter LS
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is a state-of-t e-art data acquisition system for self potential (SP),
resistivity and time-domain induced polarization (IP). T e instrument as been carefully
c ecked at all stages of production and is t oroug ly tested before leaving t e factory. It will
provide many years of satisfactory service if andled and maintained according to t e
instructions given in t is manual.
ABEM will be pleased to receive occasional reports from you concerning t e use and
experience of t e equipment. We also welcome your comments on t e contents and
usefulness of t is manual. In all communication wit ABEM be sure to include t e instrument
types and serial numbers. Contact details:
Address: ABEM Instrument AB, Löfströms Allé 1, S-172 66 Sundbyberg, Sweden.
P one number: + 6 8 56 88 300
Fax number: + 6 8 28 11 09
Information about ABEM´s product range is available on Internet: www.abem.se
In general, e-mail correspondence gives t e fastest response.
In view of our policy of progressive development, we reserve t e rig t to alter specifications
wit out prior notice.
Note! It is important that you as the user of the instrument notify
ABEM about your name and address. This allows us to keep
you updated with important information, upgrades of the
built in software and documentation. Please send your name
and address directly to ABEM, utilise the Warranty
Registration Card delivered along with the instrument.
Software downloads, not supplied by ABEM Instrument AB, are installed at your own risk.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and constitutes no
commitment by ABEM Instrument AB.
ABEM Instrument AB takes no responsibility for errors in the document or problems that may
arise from the use of this text.
© Copyrig t 2011 ABEM Instrument AB. All rig ts reserved.
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LS can be read as an abbreviation for Lund System, as it as built-in Lund Imaging System capability.
ABEM Terrameter LS
ABEM warrants eac instrument manufactured by t em to
be free from defects in material and workmans ip.
ABEM's liability under t is warranty is limited in
accordance wit t e terms of General Conditions for t e
Supply of Mec anical, Electrical and Associated
Electronic Products (ORGALIME). It covers t e servicing
and adjusting of a
ny defective parts (except tubes,
transistors, fuses and batteries).
T e Warranty is effective for twelve (12) mont s after t e
date of Bill of Lading or ot er delivery document issued to
t e original purc aser, provided t at t e instrument is
returned ca
rriage paid to ABEM, and is s own to ABEM's
satisfaction to be defective. If misuse or abnormal
conditions ave caused t e fault, repairs will be invoiced
at cost.
Warranty
Stock olm, 2011
Jonas Moberg
President ABEM
ABEM Terrameter LS
WARNING!
The ABEM Terrameter LS delivers high voltages and currents.
Always consider all cables and electrodes connected directly or
indirectly to the Terrameter to carry current.
Stay away from cables and electrodes while the system is
operating. Wear electrically insulating boots and gloves during
fieldwork. Disconnect cables from Terrameter/Electrode Selector
before connecting / disconnecting electrodes to / from cables.
To avoid accident the operator must always keep all parts of the
equipment including instrument, electrode selector, electrode
cables, electrodes etc. under control for unauthorized persons and
stray animals while the system is operating!
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Table of Contents
Section Page
About This Manual .....................................................................................................iv
1 Get ready Unpacking your new instrument....................................................1
1.1 A S ort Introduction of t e Instrument..........................................................1
1.2 T e Delivered Instrument ..............................................................................2
1.3 Inspection.......................................................................................................2
1.4 S ipping Damage Claims ..............................................................................3
1.5 S ipping/Repacking instructions ...................................................................3
1.6 Registration ....................................................................................................3
1.7 Compliance ....................................................................................................3
2 Overview of the Instrument ................................................................................4
2.1 T e Connector Panel......................................................................................4
2.2 T e Power Panel ............................................................................................5
2.3 T e Built-in GPS Receiver ............................................................................6
2.4 T e User Interface Panel................................................................................6
2.5 T e Power Supply..........................................................................................7
2.6 Operating in Hig Temperature Situations ....................................................8
2.7 Operating in a T understorm .........................................................................8
3 The User Interface ...............................................................................................9
3.1 T e Display....................................................................................................9
3.2 T e Keyboard...............................................................................................10
3.3 Navigation....................................................................................................12
3.4 T e Option Menus .......................................................................................15
3.5 C anging Texts and Values .........................................................................15
3.6 Data Concepts ..............................................................................................18
4 The Instrument...................................................................................................28
4.1 T e Data Storage..........................................................................................29
4.2 T e Network ................................................................................................29
4.3 T e GPS Receiver........................................................................................31
4.4 Calibration....................................................................................................32
4.5 T e Relay Switc .........................................................................................32
4.6 T e Power Source ........................................................................................34
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5 Measurement Preparation ................................................................................35
5.1 Save Field Time by Doing t e Rig t Preparations ......................................35
5.2 Preparing Data Acquisition..........................................................................35
6 Measurement Procedures..................................................................................42
6.1 General.........................................................................................................42
6.2 Essential Equipment.....................................................................................42
6.3 Recommended Additional Equipment.........................................................43
6.4 Setting up t e Hardware...............................................................................43
6.5 2D Electrical Imaging ..................................................................................44
6.6 3D Imaging by Means of a Number of 2D Layouts ....................................46
6.7 3D Imaging by Electrode Grid Layouts.......................................................47
6.8 Bore ole-bore ole Tomograp y..................................................................47
6.9 Performing Data Acquisition .......................................................................48
6.10 Vertical Electrical Sounding ........................................................................57
6.11 Full Waveform Data ....................................................................................64
6.12 Measurement Errors.....................................................................................64
7 Measurement Post Production .........................................................................67
7.1 Repack t e LS system..................................................................................67
7.2 Export Measurement Data ...........................................................................67
7.3 Delete a Project ............................................................................................71
8 Terrameter LS Utility Software .......................................................................72
8.1 Instrument Network Address .......................................................................72
8.2 Spread and Protocol Handling .....................................................................73
8.3 Data Transfer ...............................................................................................77
8.4 View and Export Data..................................................................................79
8.5 Update Terrameter LS Instrument Software................................................83
8.6 Erigrap ........................................................................................................84
9 Testing, Diagnostics and Error Search ............................................................85
9.1 Self Test .......................................................................................................85
9.2 Cable Continuity Test ..................................................................................85
9.3 Cable Isolation Test .....................................................................................86
9.4 Remote Diagnostics .....................................................................................87
9.5 In Case of Malfunction ................................................................................88
10 Appendix A. Technical Specification ...........................................................89
10.1 General.........................................................................................................89
10.2 Measuring ....................................................................................................89
10.3 Receiver .......................................................................................................89
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10.4 Transmitter...................................................................................................90
10.5 Relay Switc ................................................................................................90
10.6 Software & Communication ........................................................................90
11 Appendix B. Measurement Modes ...............................................................91
11.1 Self Potential (SP)........................................................................................91
11.2 Resistivity (RES) .........................................................................................91
11.3 Induced Polarisation (IP) .............................................................................93
12 Appendix C. Spread and Measuring Sequence Files..................................94
12.1 General.........................................................................................................94
12.2 Spread Description Files in XML-format ....................................................94
12.3 Protocol Files in XML-format .....................................................................96
12.4 Spread Files for Pole-dipole.........................................................................98
12.5 Protocol Files for Pole-dipole ......................................................................98
12.6 Spread Files for Pole-pole............................................................................99
12.7 Protocol Files for Pole-pole .........................................................................99
12.8 Optimising t e Use of C annels for Pole-pole ..........................................100
12.9 Protocol Files in XML-format for VES .....................................................100
12.10 Cable Description Files in ADR-format ................................................101
12.11 Protocol Files in ORG-format................................................................102
12.12 Geometry Files.......................................................................................103
12.13 Standard Spread Files ............................................................................103
12.14 Standard Measuring Sequence Files ......................................................104
12.15 Standard Test and Diagnostic Protocols ................................................104
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About This Manual
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paragrap s:
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importance or special interest
Warning! Ignoring this type of notes might lead to loss of data or a
malfunction
These notes warn for things that can lead to people
or animals getting hurt or to equipment getting
damaged
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