Reftek130 Sma
Reftek130 Sma
This REF TEK manual provides startup and basic operating procedures for the 130-
SMA Accelerograph and its related products using a handheld interface. Internal
cable drawings are also provided along with guidelines for initial communication
and installation.
Related Documents:
CF Card Replacement:
Due to the large variability of CF cards available on the world market and
the resulting problems with compatibility due to memory layout, signal
structuring and power requirements, Refraction Technology cannot
guarantee a CF card will work in a REF TEK data recorder unless it is sold
through REF TEK itself. REF TEK ensures compatibility through
communications with CF manufacturers and rigorous in-house testing.
Some CF manufacturers refuse to provide adequate information or factory
controls to ensure that the product being sold today is the same as the
product sold earlier under the same part number. CF cards not purchased
from REF TEK may work at one temperature but not at another, or may fail
all together.
Software Version:
Firmware Update:
Update firmware:
Updating firmware in a 130 DAS requires the presence of a firmware file on
an installed Compact Flash device.
1. On power-up, the 130 checks the Compact Flash for the presence of ‘main.s3’ in
the root directory.
2. If the ‘main.s3’ file is present on the Compact Flash, the 130:
a. Reads the file.
b. DELETES the file.
c. Re-programs the internal flash memory.
Note: DO NOT DISTURB THE UNIT DURING THIS PROCESS.
(b) If you are remotely connected to a 130 DAS via telemetry mode:
Note: DO NOT DISTURB THE UNIT until the start-up LCD message reappears.
Notation Description
ASCII Indicates the entry conforms to the American Standard Code for Information
Interchange definition of character (text) information.
Binary Indicates the entry is a raw, numeric value.
Hex Indicates hexadecimal notation. This is used with both ASCII characters (0 –
9, A – F) and numeric values.
BCD Indicates the entry is a numeric value where each four bits represents a
decimal digit.
FPn Indicates the entry is the ASCII representation of a floating-point number with
n places following the decimal point.
<n> Indicates a single 8-bit byte. When the contents are numeric, it indicates a
hexadecimal numeric value; i.e. <84> represents hexadecimal 84 (132
decimal). When the contents are capital letters, it represents a named ASCII
control character; i.e. <SP> represents a space character, <CR> represents a
carriage return character and <LF> represents a line feed character.
MSB Most Significant Byte of a multi-byte value.
MSbit Most Significant Bit of a binary number.
LSB Least Significant Byte of a multi-byte value.
LSbit Least Significant Bit (bit 0) of a binary number.
YYYY Year as a 4-digit number
DDD Day of year
HH Hour of day in 24-hour format
MM Minutes of hour
SS Seconds of minute
TTT Thousandths of a second (milliseconds)
IIII Unit ID number
Thanks,
Your REF TEK support team
Contents
1 SMA Overview ........................................................................................ 1
1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................. 1
1.2 ANSS specification ........................................................................................ 1
1.3 130-SMA Features ........................................................................................ 2
1.4 Mating Connectors ........................................................................................ 2
1.5 130-SMA Specifications ................................................................................. 3
1.6 Purpose of the 130-SMA ................................................................................ 5
1.7 Recorder Connections .................................................................................... 6
1.7.1 Power connector ...................................................................................... 8
1.7.2 130-SMA Serial Connector ........................................................................ 8
1.7.3 GPS Connector ........................................................................................ 9
1.7.4 Modem connector .................................................................................... 9
1.7.5 130-SMA Net Connector ......................................................................... 10
1.7.6 Relay connector ..................................................................................... 12
1.7.7 Optional Channel 4-6 connector ............................................................... 13
1.8 Hardware Modularity ................................................................................... 14
1.9 Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................................... 15
2 Operation with a handheld device ........................................................ 17
2.1 Overview ................................................................................................... 17
2.2 Getting started with the 130-SMA ................................................................. 18
2.2.1 Establishing Minimal Hardware Connections .............................................. 18
2.2.2 SMA Control Overview ............................................................................ 20
2.3 General Recorder operation .......................................................................... 21
2.3.1 Power Considerations ............................................................................. 22
2.3.2 Internal Battery installation ..................................................................... 22
2.4 Battery Charger .......................................................................................... 23
2.4.1 Checking the battery charger voltage ....................................................... 23
2.5 Port Settings and Communications ................................................................ 24
2.5.1 Command Port (Serial) ........................................................................... 24
2.5.2 Ethernet Port ......................................................................................... 25
2.5.3 Internal modem port .............................................................................. 26
2.5.4 To remove the internal modem ................................................................ 27
2.5.5 Re-assemble the 130-SMA ...................................................................... 29
2.5.6 Optional external modem port ................................................................. 31
2.6 General GPS operations ............................................................................... 32
2.7 Start Recording using a handheld ................................................................. 33
2.7.1 Using a handheld for configuration ........................................................... 33
2.8 Example Configuration................................................................................. 34
List of Figures:
Figure 1-1 SMA Connections ........................................................................................ 6
Figure 1-2 SMA Pinout ................................................................................................ 7
Figure 1-3 Base Plate with battery .............................................................................. 14
Figure 1-4 SMA Exploded View ................................................................................... 16
Figure 2-1 Latches ................................................................................................... 27
Figure 2-2 Enclosure and Base ................................................................................... 27
Figure 2-3 RT530 Modem Board ................................................................................. 28
Figure 2-4 Modem Jumper ......................................................................................... 28
Figure 2-5 Exploded View of SMA ............................................................................... 30
Figure 2-6 130 Modem .............................................................................................. 31
Figure 3-1 Add Generic ............................................................................................. 40
Figure 3-2 Install New Modem ................................................................................... 40
Figure 3-3 Have Disk ................................................................................................ 41
Figure 3-4 Select Generic .......................................................................................... 41
Figure 3-5 Select COM port ....................................................................................... 42
Figure 3-6 Phone and Modem .................................................................................... 42
Figure 3-7 Modem Properties ..................................................................................... 43
Figure 3-8 Control Panel ........................................................................................... 44
Figure 3-9 Make a New Connection ............................................................................. 44
Figure 3-10 Accept Incoming ..................................................................................... 45
Figure 3-11 Device ................................................................................................... 45
Figure 3-12 Select Allow ........................................................................................... 45
Figure 3-13 Add DAS user ......................................................................................... 46
Figure 3-14 Networking Components .......................................................................... 47
Figure 3-15 Incoming TCP/IP ..................................................................................... 47
Figure 3-16 Remote Access ....................................................................................... 47
Figure 3-17 Services Window ..................................................................................... 49
Figure 3-18 RAS Started ........................................................................................... 49
Figure 3-19 Add Modem ............................................................................................ 51
Figure 3-20 Phone and Modem ................................................................................... 51
Figure 3-21 Modem .................................................................................................. 52
Figure 3-22 Detected Modem ..................................................................................... 52
Figure 3-23 New Hardware ........................................................................................ 53
Figure 3-24 New Modem ........................................................................................... 53
Figure 4-1 RT530 Jumpers ........................................................................................ 55
Figure 5-1 130-SMA Bill of Materials ........................................................................... 62
Figure 6-1 Flipped Enclosure ...................................................................................... 63
Figure 6-2 SMA Exploded View ................................................................................... 64
1 SMA Overview
1.1 Introduction
This section describes operations and maintenance requirements for the REF
TEK 130-SMA.
The 130-SMA unit meets the USGS Advanced National Seismic System
(ANSS) specifications for strong motion reference stations for deployment in
urban areas.
Feature Description
Communication TCP/IP over Ethernet and Asynchronous Serial
Command/Control Handheld device running PFC_130 or iFSC
Desktop running REF TEK Interface software
Interface allows programming and examination of operating
parameters as well as performing diagnostic functions
Display Unit LCD continuously displays state-of-health and status
Enclosure Larger case for internal battery for backup power over 48 hours
Relays 3 Relay closures contacts for external alarm notification
Relay closure parameters are user selectable
Oscillator Different from SM - Used for internal time keeping
Options Internal V.90 modem for event trigger, alarm notification and dial-in
Battery Charger - External or internal lead-acid battery
Size of the case allows internal battery (12 VDC sealed lead-acid 12
AmpH) to provide up to 48 hours of backup power.
Mechanical Description
Size 9.25” high x 8.0” long x13.25”
(235mm x 203mm x 336mm)
Weight 10.5 lbs (4.8 kg) without internal battery
Watertight Integrity IP67
Shock Survives 1 meter drop on any axis
Operating Temperature -20° C to +60° C
Connectors Part Number
Power PT07A12-4S
NET PT07A14-19P
Serial PT07A12-10P
GPS PT07A12-8S
Channel (4-6) PT07A14-19S
Modem PT07A12-3P
Relay PT07A14-15P
Power
Input Voltage 10 to 16 VDC
Operating Power 2 W (3-channel @ 125sps)
Peak Power 3 W (DAS and GPS active, writing to CF)
Battery Charger 12 V, 800 mAmp
Battery 12 VDC, sealed lead-acid, 12 AmpH (optional, internal)
A/D Converter
Type modulation, 24-bit resolution
Channels 3 or 6 channels
Input Impedance Matched to accelerometer
Input Full Scale Matched to accelerometer
Bit Weight 1.589 µV
Self Noise Level 2 counts RMS @ 200 sps
Sample Rates 200, 100, 50 sps (User selectable)
Dynamic Range >130 dB
Time Base
Type GPS Receiver/Clock plus a disciplined oscillator
Accuracy ± 100 µsec with GPS locked and a validated 3-D fix
Accuracy without GPS 2.5 ppm from -20° to 60° C
Auxiliary Channels
Inputs Battery, Temperature, and Backup Battery
Calibration
Enable User Command
Type Step applied to feedback
Communication
NET
Ethernet 10-Base-T: TCP/IP,UDP/IP,FTP,RTP
Serial Asynchronous RS-232;1K,X-Modem,Y-Modem
Serial Asynchronous RS-232;1K,X-Modem,Y-Modem
Modem (optional) V.90
Recording Mode
Trigger Type Continuous, External, Level and Vote Trigger
Media Compact Flash, Ethernet
Format PASSCAL Recording Format
Recording Capacity
Battery Backed SRAM 5 MB
Flash Disk 32 MB - 2 GB (Customer specified)
Compliance
Note: Firmware upgrades are not performed when the power is below 11.5 Volts
(Version 2.9.6 or later – See Release Notes for 3.0.0)
1
Volts = Controlled by software
2
Output = Protected by self-resetting fuse
3
Volts = Controlled by software
4
Volts = Controlled by software and protected by self resetting fuse
Note: The 130-SMA uses a 10BaseT Ethernet chip. The 130-SMA Ethernet port may
not work when connected to all 100BaseT and some 10/100BaseT Ethernet hubs.
This connector also functions as the point of input for the external trigger. It
also serves as the point of output for an event detection (trigger out) pulse.
There is also a 12VDC nominal input on this connector to allow for lab setup
via Ethernet using only this connector.
Note: * RS232 In/Out is disabled when the optional internal modem is installed
5
VDC = Controlled by software
6
Volts = Protected by self-resetting fuse
7
Ethernet = Transformer coupled
8
Ethernet = Transformer coupled
9
Ethernet = Transformer coupled
10
Ethernet = Transformer coupled
11
Ethernet = Controlled by software and protected by self-resetting fuse
12
Volts = Tracks main input voltage
13
VDC = Alternate main power input
14
Tristate = Controlled by software
Note: There is an optional jumper (JP3 located near the relay connector) that can
be installed on the RT530 Lid board in order to set the three provided relays as
normally energized
Four boards form the primary REF TEK 130-SMA. The following table
identifies each module.
The circuit board dimensions are 10.6 x 4.5 x 0.62 inches (269 x 114 x 1.6
mm). Four boards are stacked together rather than plugged into a
backplane. The A/D circuits are shielded and the input connection is made by
an independent interconnect system separate from the stack.
The damage that occurs depends upon the parameters of the unit. If the unit
parameters are set to dump to disk ONLY then there is no effect, otherwise RAM
will fill and acquisition will stop. For further clarification see the explanation in the
section “Ethernet Port”.
Question: What happens if the Compact Flash card is pulled from the 130-
SMA when the LED is RED.
If the LED shows RED the drive is writing data and should not be removed until the
LED changes to GREEN. Data loss can result from pulling a drive when the LED is
RED. See further explanation in the “Replacing the Compact Flash™”.
Group One: The following rates are only available when recording a single sample
rate for all streams: 1000, 500, 250 and 125.
Group Two: The following rates may be recorded in any combination within all
streams: 200, 100 and 50.
Case Description Example of
Selection of a sample rate When the user activates Selection of 125 SPS for
from Group One. any of the other datastream 1.
datastreams, the sample
rate chosen must be the This means that when
SAME. datastream 2 is activated
the sample rate is fixed at
125 SPS and there are no
other sample rate choices
available.
Selection of a sample rate When the user activates Selection of 40 SPS for
from Group Two. any of the other datastream 1.
datastreams, ANY of the
group two sample rates This means that when
can be chosen. datastream 2 is activated
the choice is selection of
any of Group two sample
rates (200, 100 or 50).
All six channels run at the same base sample rate at this time.
For optimal performance in a REF TEK 130 recorder, Compact Flash disks should
ALWAYS be formatted BY THE RECORDER.
Question: Does the IBM Microdrive™ fit in the 130-SMA Flash assembly?
The IBM Micro drive™ does fit into the 130-SMA but is unusable because the Micro
drive is a rotating media and injects noise into the system that will affect the
internal sensor (i.e. Every time the Micro drive spins up, the rotational torque is
transmitted through the case and measured by the sensor). Larger, up to 2 GB,
Compact Flash™ cards are available and are Solid State media.
RT530
RT649
o A 130-SMA.
o A personal computer; either a palmtop, laptop, desktop, or other appropriate
control interface, including a dumb terminal.
o An external or internal 12 volt power supply (you can use a 12 volt car
battery).
o A cable to connect the control interface to the recorder (use a 130-8262 with
a Ruggedized PDA) (130-8025 with the palm) –OR- (IFSC CABLE with an
iPod touch).
o One cable (130-8039) from a power supply to the recorder.
1. If using the internal battery open the 130-SMA and install the battery. Refer to
Section 8 for installation of the internal battery.
2. Install the Compact-Flash as shown in “Replacing the Compact Flash™” on page
8-94.
3. Secure the PT06A12-8S connector of the 130-8015 cable to the GPS connector
on the case enclosure.
4. Connect the other end of the (130-8015) cable to the GPS.
5. Tape the GPS cable connection as shown in the GPS document.
6. Provide a clear view of the sky for the GPS and install the GPS.
X
WARNING: DO NOT install the GPS at the top of the pole or antenna.
7. Secure the appropriate cable from your control interface (Handheld or PC) to
your 130-SMA Serial port.
8. Secure the PT06A12-4S connector on your external power cable to the POWER
connector on the recorder.
9. Power-up the unit.
10.Verify communication from the laptop running in terminal mode.
In addition to the CPU control code in the 130-SMA, the 130-SMA requires
that you download specific parameter information to instruct it exactly how
and when to record data and perform other system functions. REF TEK
provides the specific software that instructs the 130-SMA how to perform
system functions. Communications with the 130-SMA occurs through a PC or
a handheld with PFC_130 or iFSC and/or the optional RTI interface
software package.
Note: Refraction Technology maintains release notes for each firmware version on
its FTP and WWW site.
The trigger type selected for a datastream defines the particular mechanism
that determines when the 130-SMA collects data. The trigger types available
on the 130-SMA are as follows:
o Continuous trigger
o Time Interval
o Event
o Level
o Time List
o Cross
o Vote trigger
o External trigger
Each trigger has its own set of parameters that determines the exact
conditions under which the 130-SMA records data.
1. Use the specification data and add the maximum current draw for the 130-SMA
and each peripheral that uses the same power supply to obtain the maximum
total current they will draw at any given time then add at least 25%.
2. Check your power supply's specifications to ensure that it can handle this load.
Contact Refraction Technology if you require more accurate calculations or other
information regarding power considerations.
Solar power setups are frequently used in remote locations and these are
available in several capacities that cover the various equipment
configurations. Solar power arrays supplied by REF TEK include solar panels,
battery charge regulators, and protective safety devices, but they may or
may not include the actual batteries.
The first operating mode is the normal float charge mode. In this mode the
charging voltage will be approximately 13.7 Volts. The 130-SMA will be in
this mode when the current draw of the batteries is less than 500 mA.
The 130-SMA also has a fast charge mode, in which it will increase the
battery charge voltage to approximately 14.2 Volts. The 130-SMA will enter
this mode when the battery current draw is (greater than) >500 mA. The
130-SMA will automatically change into float charge mode when the current
draw of the battery falls below 500 mA. The 130-SMA battery charge circuit
is current limited to 1 Amp.
Note: The fast charge and normal charge modes follow the typical battery
manufacturers recommended charging methods.
-OR-
Check the Battery Charger voltage LCD display
on the 130-SMA unit
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Note: The 130-SMA uses a 10BaseT Ethernet chip. The 130-SMA Ethernet port may
not work when connected to all 100BaseT and some 10/100BaseT Ethernet hubs.
Function Characteristics
Primary Function Allows local command and control input through a serial connection
to a terminal mode program.
Configuration This port cannot be user-configured. Recorder software always sets
this port to 57,600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, and 1 stop bit.
Hardware Location This port is accessible at the Serial connector on the 130-SMA
faceplate.
Function Characteristics
Primary Function This port performs high-speed transfer of data and status
information. It can be used to configure the 130-SMA for real-time
data connection (RTPD) and file transfer (FTP).
Configuration The 130-SMA Ethernet port address and mask can be configured
using a terminal and command line options.
Hardware Location This port is accessible at the NET connector on the faceplate.
When the Ethernet Link is down and acquisition is turned on, data
loss could occur if the following are not verified:
Note: If the connection goes down, the Toss parameter throws away old data after
the specified Toss time (2 to 99 minutes), until the connection is re-established.
Consideration should be taken to adjust the toss time according to the sample rate
so that the toss delay time expires before the RAM fills causing acquisition to stop.
o If the unit parameters are set to dump to disk ONLY then there is no effect.
o If the unit parameters are set to dump to Ethernet and to disk, then the unit
will dump the data to disk when the RAM reaches the dump point (default =
66% full), but the RAM will not empty until the data is sent out over the
Ethernet link or the unit switches to toss mode and discards the data
destined for the NET Port.
o If the data is being sent only to Ethernet, then the RAM will fill until the toss
delay threshold is reached. Once the Ethernet connection is re-established,
the data in RAM will be sent out the Ethernet port and acquisition will re-start
automatically.
Note: There will be only a loss of data while the acquisition state is off.
Function Characteristics
Primary Function This port provides for connecting the optional internal modem to a
phone line.
Configuration By default, the 130-SMA software talks to the internal modem at
115,200 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, and 1 stop bit.
Hardware Location This port is accessible at the Modem connector on the faceplate.
Note: You must remove the internal modem (and jumper) before connecting an
external modem to the serial port.
See also the 130-SMA Theory of Operations for more technical information
on the internal modem or 130-Modem (external modem).
3. Remove the enclosure lid and set it gently on the side of the enclosure lid (not
upside-down) to remove cables and avoid contamination of the seal.
Note: Be careful not to break the ground cable (130-8152) attached to the lid. The
order of removal is not important until the 130-SMA needs to be assembled.
130-8152
130-8221
Note: Make sure the gasket (Item 8) (130-9279) stays on the base of the 130-SMA
assembly.
Note: Retain the lock washers with the screws so they do not get misplaced.
8. Disconnect the CPU ribbon cables from the RT570 board by spreading the ears on
the connections of the RT570 board.
9. Remove the RT570 Compact Flash board and set it aside.
10.Remove the RT506 CPU board and set it aside.
11.Remove the RT608 or RT649 A/D board and set it aside.
12.Cut the tie wrap on the modem module of the RT530 board located on the inside of
the 130-SMA enclosure lid.
13.Remove the jumper (JP2) as shown in the figure below and remove the modem
module from the RT530 board by gently pulling up the ends of the modem module (A
slight rocking motion can be used if necessary).
Note: Make sure the gasket (Item 8) (130-9279) stays in the base of the
130-SMA assembly.
Note: Be careful not to break the ground cable (130-8152) attached to the lid.
RT530
RT649
Function Characteristics
Primary Function This port provides for connection to an external modem in lieu of the
internal modem.
Configuration By default, the 130-SMA software sets it to 57,600 baud, no parity, 8
data bits, and 1 stop bit. The baud rate can be user configured.
Hardware This port is accessible at the NET connector on the faceplate.
Location
Note: You must remove the internal modem (and jumper) before connecting to
this serial port. See Section 0 in this manual for additional help.
The REF TEK 130-Modem, as shown below, is capable of providing the same
functions as the internal SLM2456 modem module and can be used in all of
the REF TEK 130 Series Data Acquisition System family. The unit looks
similar to the 130-GPS (as shown below) except it has the label on the end
of the unit.
Once the GPS has locked (per GPRMC-valid bit) the 130-SMA:
1. Compares it’s time to GPS UTC time.
2. Begins phase locking for 30 seconds.
3. Uses the 1 Hz from the 130-GPS/01 to start and stop a counter to record the internal
high-precision oscillator.
4. Uses the difference between the value from the 1st second and the value from the
30th second to determine the rate of drift of the oscillator.
5. The 30th value is also used to determine the phase error of the internal 1 Hz.
6. The oscillator is voltage-controlled and an adjustment is made to the controlling D/A
value to zero out the oscillator drift, and also to correct for oscillator phase error.
Powers down the GPS and awakens the GPS and repeats the above phase
locking algorithm each hour at 40 minutes after the hour.
Powers down the GPS and does not turn the GPS power back on.
Firmware Firmware
Version Date
Note: If using a palmtop handheld it has RAM, and can potentially open to the
screen it was displaying when it was last powered-down. Reset the palmtop to the
PFC_130 icon by touching the home button on the palmtop.
Note: Refer to the 130_PFC Users Guide for use with the 130-SMA and a palm PDA.
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Refer to the iFSC Users Guide for use with the 130-SMA and an iPod touch.
2. Select the 130 from the drop-down menu as the Mode for the program.
3. Tap the Control window to establish a connection.
4. A connect to DAS menu will display initializing the connection to the DAS.
5. Tap the Status window to check the current status of the 130-SMA.
6. The Status screen will open to show status information for the 130-SMA
connection.
7. Tap the GPS button to check the status of the GPS.
8. Return to the main menu by taping Done on the GPS menu and Done on the
Status menu.
1. Create a new configuration for the 130-SMA starting with the New menu.
2. Create and name the new configuration as “Test”.
3. Tap OK to create the configuration and return to the Configuration Manager
Menu.
4. Edit the 130-SMA configuration, by tapping the Edit button.
5. Activate 3 channels by tapping the Channels (Channel Parameters) button
and entering details for each channel from the Channels Details screen. Tap
each channel to activate and enter parameters.
6. Tap Streams (Stream Parameters) button to enter Stream details and set the
data destination to disk.
7. Select the Rate and Data Format.
8. Select the Trigger Type.
9. Set the record length to be 300 seconds and leave time as default.
10.Select the Ok button.
11.Select the Apply button.
12.Change to the Configuration Manager menu and save the configuration.
13.Send the parameters to the 130-SMA by using the Send to DAS command from
the Configuration Menu.
Note: It is also possible to Write or Load a parameter set during the DAS
configuration operations by using the DAS LP/WP command on the
configuration menu.
LCD Display
Initial power up LCD
GPS status
Position
Modem Status:
Init = Initializing the modem
Idle = Waiting
Dialing = Dialing out
Connected
Acquisition Status:
Stream Indicator:
C = Continuous
V = Vote
X = External
o Direct PPP connection over a direct serial link with a serial cable or serial
radio.
o Modem PPP connection over a serial link with the 130 DAS Modem or by
using the Modem connector on the 130-SMA. An optional external modem
can also be used with the 130 NET connector for serial communication.
3.2.1 PC Setup
This information file is not needed when using a standard telephone modem.
If you do not need to install the Generic Null modem skip the next section.
1. From the Control Panel select the Phone and Modems icon.
4. Select the “Don’t detect my modem” option if installing a Generic Null Modem.
7. At the Install From Disk window in the Copy Manufacturer’s files from: text box
type C:\reftek.
8. Click OK when ready.
9. At the Install New Modem window under Models select Generic NULL Modem.
10.Click Next> when ready.
Note: If the “Digital Signature Not Found” warning appears, select the Yes button
and proceed.
13.The Install New Modem window will display “Your modem has been set up
successfully”.
14.Click the Finish button.
15.At the Phone and Modems Options window select the Properties button.
1. Using standard window operations click Start —> Settings —> Control Panel.
Network and Dial-up Connection
5. Select the Next button and check the Generic Null Modem option.
Note: When a DAS unit is setup and is connected to a PC, an account must be
created and added. The account Username MUST be the particular DAS unit ID that
is directly connected to the PC.
10.At the New User window in the User name: text box type the correct user
name das#_ _ _ _ and password das#_ _ _ _, where _ is the DAS unit ID
number (if the DAS unit ID is only 3 digits use a leading zero), include the alpha
characters das or DAS and number sign (#) (8 total characters only).
11.Click in the Full Name: and fill-in (any name or leave blank).
12.For the Password: setting you must use the Username (i.e., das#9066).
13.Next Confirm Password by re-typing the password.
Note: The Password: settings are case sensitive.
14.Select the OK button to create the new user.
Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Administrative Tools -> Services
Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Administrative Tools -> Services ->
Component Services.
A shortcut to the control program has also been placed at Start ->
Programs -> Refraction Technology -> RTP Services -> Services. The
shortcut can be copied to the windows desktop by dragging it to the desktop
while holding down the CTRL key.
3.3 PC Setup
Note: The modem at the 130-SMA DAS end of the line should be pre-configured to
automatically answer before trying to dial to the DAS.
The following steps are an example of the steps necessary to configure the
130-SMA DAS modem to automatically answer.
Add modem
7. Select the Finish button to accept the new device and finish the installation.
10.Select the Properties button to set the baud rate for the modem.
11.Set the Baud rate from the drop-down menu and Select the OK button.
This Section explains using a modem with the REF TEK 130-SMA. The 130-
Modem is an optional external modem.
A user should be familiar with whatever REF TEK host system is in current
use. Documents for other REF TEK products are available on request.
Note: The internal modem (used on the 130-SMA) requires the jumper installed on
the RT530 lid board to assign the serial PPP port to the internal modem and
therefore disable the serial PPP port coming out of the NET connector.
No additional cables are needed to operate the 130-Modem and REF TEK
130-SMA. The user should consult applicable literature for other host
devices.
Note: The 130-8279 modem cable is used with the 130-MC when supplied with an
internal modem.
Note: This material is part of the Silicon Laboratories® Si2456/33/14 data sheet
document revision 1.0. See the Si2456/33/14 Users Guide
(“AN70:Si245/Si2433/Si2414/Si2403 Modem Designer’s Guide) for detailed
feature explanations.
Note: The internal modem requires the jumper installed on the RT580 lid board to
assign the serial PPP port to the internal modem and therefore disable the serial
PPP port coming out of the NET connector.
Note: Serial PPP settings are for internal and external modem control. If a modem
is connected the user MUST use these settings to configure the modem.
1. Use the Control menu Net button to assign Serial PPP parameters for the
modem.
2. Click the Line Mode (type of serial connection) pull-down arrow and select the
AT/Modem option from the pull-down.
Note: Type the init string exactly as shown above. The init string is the ONLY
string that works. It is sent to the modem on both boot up of the 130-SMA and/or
if sent from the above window using the Send button.
3. Tap the Send button to send the modem parameters to the 130-SMA.
4. Tap the Done button to return to the Connection setup menu.
o If the remote cannot find RTPD when carrier detect goes high, at the IP
address entered for RTPD, it will hang up the line.
o The remote does not call out automatically when using a modem. It will drop
the line if it does not negotiate with an RTPD host address other than
0.0.0.0.
o If the data is streamed over PPP and the link is getting saturated, at some
point the 130 will close the RTPD connection, reset the DAS and take the link
down.
o FTP cannot be used if the PPP link is talking or connecting to RTPD.
Note: If the user wants the option of real-time and ftp, they must Stop Acq first
and allow the serial data buffer to clear before doing ftp or the unit will lock up
and will be reset by the watchdog after 60 seconds.
5 130-SMA BOM
6 130-SMA Assembly
6.1 Introduction
This section provides assembly and disassembly information for the 130-
SMA. This section also provides general maintenance procedures that
increases the effectiveness and useful life of your 130-SMA.
3. Remove the enclosure lid (Item 1) and set it gently on the side of the enclosure
lid (not upside-down) to remove cables and avoid contamination of the seal.
Note: Be careful not to break the cables attached to the accelerometer and
Compact/Flash board. The order of board removal is not important until the 130-
SMA needs to be assembled.
Note: The accelerometer connection labels are on each cable and match the
numbers on the RT570 board. Make sure the gasket (Item 8) (130-9279) stays in
the base plate of the 130-SMA assembly.
6. Place the 130-SMA on the top (connectors with dust caps installed) to remove the
boards.
7. If boards need to be removed, loosen and remove the six #6-32x2 screws from
the stack.
8. Disconnect the CPU ribbon cables from the CPU board by spreading the ears on
the connections of the CPU board.
9. At this point the individual boards may be gently lifted off the stack.
10.Refer to “Assembly of the 130-SMA” to assemble the 130-SMA.
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Note: If new replacement boards are added remember the SMI board is
always last.
2. Insert the six removed #6-32 screws with the lock washers.
3. Tighten the board stack screws with a screwdriver.
4. Connect the loose end of the ribbon cables by locating the first pin on the
connector and applying pressure until the ears of the connector close.
Note: Check the orientation of the enclosure top and the base plate before
closing the two draw latches. Check the orientation of the direction arrows
on the label match the orientation of the direction arrows on the base plate
label (The sensor switch will be aligned to the plastic standoff).
8. Spread the latches so the hooks do not interfere with the base.
9. Push firmly on the top of the enclosure lid to ensure a complete seal.
The 130-SMA must be firmly mounted to a surface and leveled using the
single pivot bolt and the three point leveling screws shown in the exploded
130-SMA view.
1. Use a 1/4”-masonry drill to drill a hole in the base material for the Wedge Anchor
2.1” deep as shown below.
2. Remove lock-washer, washer, and nut from the supplied Wedge Anchor (HWA-
1/4/20x3-1/4)
3. Place the Wedge Anchor through the supplied 1” setting spacer (H1260-25-A).
4. Place washer, lock-washer, and nut back on the Wedge Anchor and make the nut
flush with the top of the Wedge Anchor.
10.Remove the nut, washers, and spacer from the Wedge Anchor.
3. Remove the enclosure lid (Item 1) and set it gently on the side of the enclosure
lid (not upside-down) to remove boards and avoid contamination of the seal.
Note: Be careful not to break the cables attached to the accelerometer and
Compact/Flash board.
4. Set the bottom base plate of the case (Item 13) as shown above.
Note: The accelerometer connection labels are on each cable and match the
numbers on the RT570 board.
Note: Make sure the gasket (Item 8) (130-9279) stays in the base of the 130-SMA.
7. Secure the 130-SMA base plate to the platform location by placing over the
installed Wedge Anchor (Item 16).
8. Discard the spacer if not needed for further installations.
9. Install the washer, lock-washer and nut on the Wedge-anchor (just snug tight).
10.Level the 130-SMA with the leveling screws (Item 14) and Bubble level (Item
18).
11.Torque the nut to 96-in/lbs.
12.Lock the leveling screws with the Knurled Check Nut (Item 15).
13.Seal the Anchor bolt hole with the Seal Plug (Item 17) as shown.
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5. Push firmly on the top of the enclosure lid to ensure a complete seal.
6. Hook latches into the slot beneath the base plate.
7. Snap the two halves of the 130-SMA together using the two draw latches (Item
3).
2. Remove the enclosure lid (Item 1) and set it gently on the side next to the base
plate (as shown below not upside-down) to remove cables and avoid
contamination of the seal.
Note: Be careful not to break the cables attached to the 131-8050 accelerometer
and Compact/Flash board. If possible leave the ground cable attached to the case
Note: If the LED shows RED the drive is writing data; DO NOT REMOVE THE DRIVE
UNTIL THE LED CHANGES TO GREEN.
Note: The following conditions could result if a drive is replaced while the LED is
Red:
o Loss of data on the drive
o The drive may have to be reformatted (DO NOT FORMAT THE DRIVE
IN A PC)
o The 130-SMA recorder may have to be power-cycled
Note: Check the orientation of the enclosure top and the base plate before closing
the two draw latches. Also re-install the ground strap if removed from the cover
and/or base plate.
1. Check the LCD display to be sure the voltage is close to 3.0 volts.
Note: If the LCD display shows less than 2.2 volts for the backup battery it should
be replaced.
2. Save recorder configuration and make sure there is no data in the RAM.
3. Power off the unit and flip the draw latches (Item 3).
4. Remove the enclosure lid (Item 1) and set it gently on the side of the base plate
(not upside-down) to remove cables and avoid contamination of the seal.
Note: Be careful not to break the cables attached to the 131-8050
accelerometer and Compact/Flash board. If possible leave the ground
cable attached to the unit when installing the battery or changing flash.
RAM Backup
Battery
5. Cut the tie-wrap on the battery holder and replace the battery.
Note: Check the orientation of the enclosure top and the base plate before closing
the two draw latches. Refer to the above figure and check that the orientation
direction arrows on the label match the orientation direction arrows on the base
plate label.
2. Remove the enclosure lid and set it gently on the side next to the base plate (as
shown below not upside-down) to remove cables and avoid contamination of the
seal.
Note: Be careful not to break the cables attached to the 131-8050 accelerometer
and Compact/Flash board. If possible leave the ground cable attached to the case
3. Set the internal battery on its side in the recess in the base plate (as shown
above).
4. Install the holding bracket (130-9158) with the screws provided in the kit.
5. Attach the internal battery cable (130-8177) from the RT530 board to the
internal battery.
Note: Check the orientation of the enclosure top and the base plate before closing
the two draw latches. Refer to the above figure and check that the orientation
direction arrows on the label match the orientation direction arrows on the base
plate label.
Note: For additional moisture protection, apply DL-111 inside the top shell to seal
against the rubber grommet. The bottom shell must rotate freely after the top
shell has been firmly tightened into the connector body.
1. On power-up, the 130-SMA checks the Micro-drive for the presence of a ‘main.s3’
firmware file in the root directory.
2. If the ‘main.s3’ file is present on the Micro-drive, the 130-SMA:
Electrical Characteristics
Type: Force-balance accelerometer
Self Noise: < 200 /Hz
Linearity: <.05% of full scale
Hysteresis: <.005% of full scale
Cross axis sensitivity: .005 g/g
Frequency response: DC->400 Hz
Damping: 0.6-0.7
Output impedance: ~100ohms
Shock: 500g, 5 msec
Self-test response: Logic level input will produce ~ 0.6g positive output
Lightning protection: Built-in surge protection
Supply voltage: +/- 6.0 VDC for internal accelerometer
Supply current: 60 mA typical
Nominal Output: 4.0 V/g
Environment Characteristics
Operating temperature: -25 to 60C
Storage temperature: -40 to 85C
Humidity: 0-100% condensing
The response of the Si-Flex sensor in the DC -400 Hz band is very flat so
there is no phase shift and the response is flat to < +/- 0.1 db so there is
really no compensation needed for the sensor. The output of the sensor will
be in phase with the ground motion across the entire frequency band.
4. Remove the enclosure lid and set it gently on the side of the enclosure lid to
remove the accelerometer cable.
Note: Be careful not to break the ground cable (130-8152) attached to the
lid.
5. Disconnect the ground cable from the lid.
Note: The order of removal is not important until the 130-SMA needs to be
assembled.
130-8221 Cable
7. Flip the enclosure on the connector side being sure the dust caps are on all
connectors.
8. Loosen and remove the six #6-32x2 screws from the stack.
Note: Retain the lock washers with the screws so they do not get misplaced.
9. Disconnect the CPU ribbon cables from the RT570 board by spreading the ears on
the connections of the RT570 board.
10.Remove the RT570 Compact Flash board and set it aside.
11.Remove the RT506 CPU board and set it aside.
12.Remove the RT608 OR RT649 A/D and set it aside.
13.Cut the tie wrap on the modem module of the RT530 board located on the inside
of the 130-SMA enclosure lid.
Tie wrap
Modem
14.Remove the jumper (JP2) as shown in the figure below and remove the modem
module from the RT530 board by gently pulling up the ends of the modem
module (A slight rocking motion can be used if necessary).
Jumper JP2
Note: Make sure the gasket (Item 8) (130-9279) stays in the base of the
130-SMA assembly.
9. Replace the enclosure lid setting it gently on the base lid avoiding contamination
of the seal.
Note: Be careful not to break the ground cable (130-8152) attached to the
lid.
10.Flip the draw latches.
11.Power on the 130-SMA.
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12 Logfile example
12.1 Timing examples
The DAS issues a command to turn on the power to the 130 GPS.
The DAS gets a confirmation message from the 130-GPS that it has powered up.
The DAS receives messages from the 130-GPS that it is not locked. The 130 GPS is
powered up and searching for satellites to lock onto but does not have enough
satellites to declare a lock.
The DAS receives a locked message from the 130-GPS. The DAS will then use the
130-GPS to correct its internal oscillator.
The DAS compares the 130-GPS time to its internal oscillator time at the first GPS
lock since the 130 power-up or reset. If a change is required to equal the 130-GPS
time, it enables the timing algorithm that makes the change, Time Jerk. It gives
the time it was enabled and will jerk the DAS internal clock with the next 1PPS or
1 Hz rise from the 130-GPS.
The DAS internal clock was changed according to the 130-GPS time pulse, 1 PPS.
It will be only correct to the next 1 Hz pulse and therefore no more than a 1
second correction occurred.
The DAS internal clock change message that tells the operator:
[1] Time the internal clock was changed (DSP)
[2] Time the internal clock was at the time of the change
[3] Time it was changed to
(The first change is always less than a second to line the internal 1 Hz to the 1 Hz
of the 130-GPS.)
Indicates the DAS has made one change to its internal clock since power up or
reset.
The DAS again compares its internal clock with the 130-GPS time to correct the
seconds value now that both 1 Hz pulses are lined up.
The DAS internal clock has changed from the old value to the new value.
This second internal clock change will always be in multiples of seconds.
Indicates what the difference, in seconds, is between the internal 1 Hz and 130-
GPS 1 Hz before the DSP clock set (internal clock set).
Indicates the DAS has made two changes to the internal clock since power up.
During the first GPS power-on cycle the DAS waits 20 minutes, after initial LOCK,
in case the GPS reports an additional 1 second shift due to a difference in its
pages.
This shift can be +/- 1 second from the current reported time.
If acquisition was started as soon as the GPS declared LOCK and this shift occurs
within the 20 minutes of GPS LOCK then the data prior to this shift will off by the
+/- second, as reported in the example below.
The DAS internal clock has changed from the old value to the new value.
This third time set will either be +/- 1 second.
Indicates there was a difference of +1 second and any data recorded between the
second DSP clock set needs to be corrected by +1 second.
Indicates the DAS has made three changes to the internal clock since power up.
The DAS prints the 130-GPS position information given by this 130-GPS after lock.
The DAS compares the 130-GPS time to its internal oscillator time at the first GPS
lock since 130 power-up or reset. If a change is required to equal the 130-GPS
time, enables the timing algorithm that makes the change, Time Jerk. It gives the
time it was enabled and will jerk the DAS internal clock with the next IPPS or 1 Hz
rise from the 130-GPS.
(Message used in early development code).
The DAS internal clock was changed according to the 130-GPS time pulse.
It will be only correct to the next 1 Hz pulse and therefore no more than 1 second.
(Message used in early development code).
This message indicates the DAS gave up trying to correct drift of its internal
oscillator due to not enough information coming from the 130-GPS serial time
message and/or 1PPS.
This message indicates the DAS does not see the 130-GPS 1 Hz - Hardware
problem.
The DAS reports datastream parameters require data to be sent via Ethernet to an
RTP host setup in the network parameters.
018:08:58:54 Serial Link K/T MODE: Keep STATE: Keep, LINE MODE: Direct
Reporting Serial PPP parameters. If the link goes down data will be kept locally in
RAM or disk.
018:08:58:54 Ethernet Link K/T MODE: Keep STATE: Keep, LINE MODE: Direct
Reports Ethernet setup parameters. If the Link goes down the data will be kept
locally in RAM or Disk.
Reports the DAS Gateway from network parameters. Ethernet is reported first and
Serial PPP second.
Reports the DAS A/D offset in hex counts for channels 1 - 3. This offset is user
selectable. It is factory set for a terminated input to center around zero counts.
RT505 A/D inherent offset is approximately 123,000 decimal counts.
Reports the DAS A/D offset in hex counts for channels 4 - 6. This offset is user
selectable It is factory set for terminated input to center around zero counts.
RT505 A/D inherent offset is approximately 123,000 decimal counts.
Reports the DAS RT505 A/D board (Channels 1-3) serial number.
Reports the DAS RT505 A/D board (Channels 4-6) serial number.
Indicates the 130 DAS/RTPD network is up. Full Stack has been negotiated.
The DAS and the RTPD server use the TCP/IP stack to sync. If the connection is
broken or a re-sync is initiated the DAS reports this message. It indicates the DAS
and RTPD are negotiating a link or the DAS has lost its connection to RTPD and will
attempt to re-sync.
Reports the status of battery voltages and temperature within the 130.
Battery Voltage = External Supply Voltage Value
Backup = Internal Backup Battery Voltage
Indicates the DAS has booted correctly and reports it is now ready to acquire data
now that basic system power checks are complete.
This message reports a DAS CPU ATD error due to having more than one A/D
(RT505) board interrupt in one second. This type of error can occur if the internal
clock is jerked. If this problem occurs frequently then there is a problem on the
A/D board.
This message ties in with the ATD Interrupt Error above dumping the contents of
some system buffers. This is for REF TEK DEBUG ONLY! and should not concern the
operator.
Indicates the existing parameter set in the DAS has been erased.
This is done before another parameter set is loaded.
017:10:38:08 PC1
017:10:38:09 PC2
017:10:38:10 PC3
017:10:38:10 PC4
017:10:38:11 PC5
017:10:38:12 PC6
017:10:38:13 PD1
017:10:38:13 PS
Indicates the parameters for Station Name, etc. were received by the DAS.
017:10:38:14 PA
Indicates the parameters for Auxiliary Channel were received by the DAS.
017:10:38:15 PZ
Indicates the parameters for SCS Setup were received by the DAS.
017:10:38:17 PK
Indicates the parameters for Auto Center were received by the DAS.
Indicates that all new parameters were received by the DAS and have been loaded
accordingly. For example gain relays for channels activated.
Indicates no delay of acquisition when ACQ start command was given. Operators
can select a delay of up to 99 minutes and 99 seconds.
Indicates the 130 CPU has pasted current parameter set into RAM for download
with required data.
Reports the DAS has successfully stopped ACQ after instruction or due to data
memory being full.
Indicates that RAM has reached the operator specified used amount and
the DAS enables the RAM to Disk transfer.
Error given when RAM was not transferred to disk when commanded to do so. The
reason could be no disk is present or hardware used to transfer RAM to CPU board
to disk has a problem.
13 Index:
1 I
130-8015 GPS cable .......................................................... 76 internal battery
130-8177 battery cable ..................................................... 22 charger ......................................................................... 23
131-8050 Triaxial .............................................................. 95 connection ................................................................... 22
install............................................................................ 84
voltage check ............................................................... 23
A internal cables .................................................................. 89
accelerometer - internal ..................................................... 4 IP67 test ........................................................................... 67
acquisition start ................................................................ 34
ANSS specification .............................................................. 1 L
assemble SMA........................................................... 66, 101
LCD display ....................................................................... 37
leak test ............................................................................ 69
C load parameters (LP) ........................................................ 36
command port (Serial) ...................................................... 24 logfile example ............................................................... 103
communication Serial PPP ................................................ 39
configuration of SMA ........................................................ 34 M
connector
channel 4-6 ................................................................... 13 maintenance .................................................................... 79
GPS ................................................................................. 9 modem
modem ........................................................................... 9 external install ............................................................. 31
NET ............................................................................... 10 install PC ...................................................................... 51
power ............................................................................. 8 operating 130-Modem ................................................. 56
relay .............................................................................. 12 PC configuration .......................................................... 50
serial ............................................................................... 8 properties .................................................................... 43
connector assembly .......................................................... 86 removing internal ........................................................ 27
using external .............................................................. 26
D
O
disassembly of SMA .......................................................... 63
operation of SMA ............................................................. 21
E
P
Ethernet port .................................................................... 25
port settings ..................................................................... 24
power supported .............................................................. 22
F PPP data transfer and RTPD ............................................. 59
field mounting an SMA ..................................................... 71 PPP direct connection ...................................................... 40
firmware update ............................................................... 88 purpose of SMA .................................................................. 5
Flash replace ..................................................................... 80
format Flash ...................................................................... 16 R
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G adding .......................................................................... 44
generic null modem .......................................................... 40 starting ......................................................................... 48
GPS install ......................................................................... 76
GPS operation ................................................................... 32
H
handheld
configuration ................................................................ 33
modem settings ............................................................ 58
recording with .............................................................. 33
Serial PPP ...................................................................... 58
handheld operation w/ SMA............................................. 17