If problems are experienced with the use of the PDA, which are unable to be resolved with a soft reset or reinstallation of the software, as a last resort a hard reset can be performed.
The hard reset will clear everything on PDA and restore the PDA to the factory settings, so any personal data should be backed up first. Your In_Port database 'DB_Inport2.sdf' will be safe on the Compact Flash ‘Storage Card’ along with the reinstallation software for In_Port.
2. To complete a ‘Hard reset’ please perform the
following
Press and hold the power key for 3 seconds to display
a 5 second countdown. Continuing to hold down the power key will cause a soft reset when the countdown reaches zero. Immediately after the countdown is complete press and hold the Windows ‘start’ and buttons. After a double beep, release the buttons. Once released, after a pause of approximately 20seconds the PDA will request for you to confirm the ‘Hard Reset’ to do so press the ‘Enter’ key, to cancel press any other key. Upon completion of a reboot, the PDA will request you perform a screen alignment. Set the data and time to your local time zone. The PDA will give the option to setup a password. We would recommend skipping this option.
The ‘Hard Reset’ will now be complete.
2. Preparing the PDA
PDA’s supplied direct from Roctest will already be configured.
If you have completed a Hard Reset, the PDA will return to its default settings and will require preparations as follows.
Setting the time & date
On the PDA desktop, select the following
Start Settings System (tab menu) Clock & Alarms Set the region to the local area. Then set the time and date. Then click ‘ok’
Setting the Regional Settings
On the PDA desktop, select the following
Start Settings System (tab menu) Regional Settings (scroll down to find) Use the drop down menu to select ‘English (United Kingdom)’. Click ‘ok’ ‘English (United Kingdom)’ is required to be set for software compatibility. The PDA will require restarting for changed to take effect.
Customising the start menu
Start Settings Personal (tab menu) Menus Start Menu Please make sure only five options are ticked
The PDA is now fully prepared for the installation. Please see knowledgebase on re-installing the In-Port software within the category related to your PDA type.
Configuring the Recon PDA
Bluetooth settings with an Inclinometer System
1. Introduction
The connections using Bluetooth are configured and controlled
with the ‘Wireless Manager’ on the PDA. This can be accessed by clicking on the Bluetooth icon under the date and time or by selecting Start/Settings/Connections/Wireless Manager.
The Bluetooth is switched on and off within the ‘Wireless
Manager’ by tapping on the 'Bluetooth' bar, under the bar it will display ‘on’ or ‘off’ To further enter the configuration of the Bluetooth connection, click on the 'Menu' bottom in the bottom right corner of the screen. A pop up will appear, click on 'Bluetooth settings'. The PDA can have multiple instruments listed under ‘Devices’ Tab. However, the PDA can only be configured to connect with one instrument at a time. This is defined under the ‘Com Ports’ tab. The com ports setting can be deleted and reconfigured for another inclinometer or Bluetooth device when you require.
2. Adding an Inclinometer to the ‘Device list’
Switch on your inclinometer reel.
Open the ‘Wireless Manager’ from the Bluetooth icon on the PDA 'desktop' screen. Select ‘Menu’ from the bottom right hand corner and then select ‘Bluetooth settings’.
Displayed will be all the Bluetooth devices used with the PDA. You can have multiple items listed without causing problems.
Check your inclinometer DI#### is displayed. If any
doubt exists as to if this is setup correctly, delete the setup by taping on the device and holding for 2 seconds. A option menu will appear, select 'Delete' Select ‘Add new device’.
The Bluetooth browsing screen will appear, the PDA is
searching for any Bluetooth devices, ensure your Inclinometer reel is charged and switched on.
A list of Bluetooth devices will be displayed select your
device and click next
An unsecured connection is required, as the Inclinometer reel
is not configured to respond to a password request. So please leave the password blank
Do not enter a password. Select ‘Next’
The Inclinometer reel ‘Comms Ready’ blue LED should now be illuminated.
When requested, please select ‘Yes’ to add the device to
the list. It will request a password again. Although no password is required the PDA will not let you continue without entering a value, please enter a ‘0’ (zero) as a password and continue.
The Inclinometer reel ‘Comms Ready’ blue LED should now
switch off.
You will then be presented with a partnership settings
screen Tick the box to set service as 'serial port' and Finish.
The partnership settings screen may display again. Simply tick
the Serial port box again and select finish
A message may appear ‘Your device did not connect with…’
Please ignore this message and select ‘OK’
Your Inclinometer serial number should now be displayed
within the Devices list. The device setup is now complete.
3. Setting up the Bluetooth Communication Settings
Only one instrument can be setup using the PDA’s
communications ports. Connecting another instrument to the PDA may automatically delete your inclinometer connection. Another configuration can be quickly and simply done as follows.
If you do not have the Wireless Manager open already.
Open the ‘Wireless Manager’ by selecting the Bluetooth icon on the PDA 'desktop' screen. Select ‘Menu’ from the bottom right hand corner and then select ‘Bluetooth settings’. Enter the Com Ports Tab.
Displayed are the connections to Bluetooth instruments, the
PDA can only be paired with one Bluetooth instrument at a time.
Delete any devices setup with a Com port from the list. Select 'New Outgoing Port' If you have more than one item in the 'Devices Tab', you will need to select the Inclinometer you wish to use and select next. Leave the COM port number as the default, normally 'COM8'. Untick the ‘Secure Connection’ tick box. The ‘Secure Connection’ option box must be empty. Next select ‘Finish’.
The inclinometer Serial number will now be displayed and the
Bluetooth configuration is now complete.
4. Final function check of software installation
The following action is to ensure the PDA operates and
interacts correctly with the inclinometer. For completing an Inclinometer survey of a borehole, please consult the product manual or contact your supplier for training.
Make sure the Bluetooth is enabled on the PDA. To
switch on the Bluetooth – click on the Bluetooth icon on the PDA’s desktop, turn on the Bluetooth and select ‘Done’ at the bottom left corner. Start the program In-Port To do this, select the following, Start -> Programs -> In_Port
If the program has already been used it will be displayed
directly within the Start menu. Check the version number which is displayed in the bottom right had corner, confirm that it matches the version of the recent program installed.
Before proceeding confirm the Inclinometer is switched on.
Continuing in In_Port select the ‘User mode’ and then
‘Go’
The PDA will now connect to the Inclinometer as configured in
the Bluetooth settings. There will be a short wait while the PDA retrieves the probes calibration factors.
The next window for the site selection will now appear.
Note: The inclinometer ‘Comms Ready’ blue LED should now
be illuminated and the Probe serial number will be displayed on the PDA screen.
Select a site from the ‘Select Site’ drop down box.
Remove the tick from the ‘Wait until stable’ tick box and then select ‘Get Readings’. Select a borehole from the ‘Borehole Name’ drop down box and take a reading by tapping on the 'READ' button.
The Inclinometer reel buzzer will beep once to confirm the
probe is taking a reading. Shortly afterwards it will then double beep to confirm the reading is complete. The PDA will then display a reading and the depth will change to the next depth to read.
The function check and PDA software installation is now
