IDS GeoRadar Hydra G HP, User Manual

Page 1: ...MNG 2017 009 Rev 1 1 HYDRA User manual ...

Page 2: ...stem Configurations 12 4 2 System Features 13 4 3 System Composition 14 5 SYSTEM BREAKDOWN 15 5 1 HYDRA Radar Sensor 15 5 2 Antennas 17 5 3 Positioning Unit 18 5 4 Tripod 21 5 5 Power Supply Unit 22 5 6 Tablet 24 5 7 Camera 25 5 8 Laser 26 5 9 Cables 27 5 10 Siren Alarm 31 5 11 Spotlight 32 6 HOW TO INSTALL AN HYDRA U SYSTEM 33 6 1 Preliminary operations 33 6 1 1 Choose the Installation Site 33 6 ...

Page 3: ...54 9 2 1 HOW TO USE THE SCREEN CONNECT SERVICE 44 10 APPENDIX A SYSTEM PACKAGING 46 APPENDIX B TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF HYDRA 48 APPENDIX C DISCLAIMER 49 APPENDIX D WARRANTY CONDITIONS 51 APPENDIX E RADIO FREQUENCY EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE 53 APPENDIX F CONTACTS 54 ...

Page 4: ... system in all its configurations Hydra G HP for monitoring of Quarries Open pit mines Landslides and Cut slopes Hydra G LP for Building monitoring Hydra U for monitoring of Tunnels and Underground mines 1 3 Authorization for use national restriction The use of HYDRA system is subject to authorization by the Competent Ministry of the country where the system will be used For more details with refe...

Page 5: ...arning information Note information Tip information 2 3 Glossary and acronyms 2 3 1 Acronyms DEM Digital Elevation Model HYDRA HYper Definition RAdar RADAR Radio Detection And Ranging FMCW Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave PSU Power Supply Unit PoE Power over Ethernet HP High Power LP Low Power IR Infra Red PTU Pan Tilt Unit USB Universal Serial Bus AC Alternate Current 2 4 Reference The applica...

Page 6: ...on Use of products with obvious damages or defects Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of IDS GeoRadar s r l Inadequate safeguards at the working site 3 4 Limits of Use DANGER Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas or close to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge...

Page 7: ...nstallations such as power cables or electrical railways Precautions Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations If it is essential to work in this environment first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and follow their instructions WARNING Watch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or has been misused modified store...

Page 8: ...in case of hazard Fig 1 Fig 1 Emergency stop button WARNING Infrared laser radiation class 1M the laser radiation is safe to look with the unaided eye but must not be viewed using binoculars or other optical devices at a distance of less than 15 m Precautions Do not use optical devices inside the Area of Operation Fig 2 during the functioning of the system DANGER HYDRA emits non ionizing radiation...

Page 9: ...he working site can lead to dangerous situations for example in traffic on building sites and at industrial installations Precautions Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured Adhere to the regulations governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic WARNING During dynamic applications for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user doe...

Page 10: ...ions WARNING If the product is improperly disposed of the following can happen If polymer parts are burnt poisonous gases are produced which may impair health If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly they can explode and cause poisoning burning corrosion or environmental contamination By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorized persons to use it in contravention of...

Page 11: ...n for its subsequent recycling 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 Unauthorised disposal of this product as unsorted waste by its possessor will lead to an administrative penalty foreseen by national regulations WARNING If the ...

Page 12: ...ystem depends on the operative measurement conditions above all related to the reflectivity of the area under investigation however the best performance characteristics can be defined as follows depending on the configuration and type of antennas 4 1 System Configurations Hydra G HP with ANT 101 Maximum operational distance 800 m Image resolution in distance 0 2 m Angular resolution 14 mrad Accura...

Page 13: ...ntinuous displacement map of the entire area The HYDRA system simultaneously measures all the displacements of the entire area illuminated by the antenna beam Directly measure the displacements of the territory of interest in real time It can be used also in dark conditions providing a visual feedback thanks to its infrared camera except HYDRA G LP model Permits the autonomous DEM reconstruction o...

Page 14: ...ith the system management software This is used to configure the acquisition parameters manage measurements and transmit data to the control room Camera provides a panoramic view or shots of the monitored area in case of HYDRA U and HYDRA G HP model it also have IR capabilities to work during the night or in darkness IR Laser only for HYDRA U model installed on the PTU act as a laser scanner to re...

Page 15: ...5 1 HYDRA Radar Sensor The Radar Sensor Fig 4 is the unit containing all the parts for the generation transmission reception and acquisition of the radar signal The HYDRA Radar Sensor has the following interfaces n 14 threaded holes for the installation of the antenna cover Fig 5 n 2 waveguides for installation of the antennas Fig 5 n 1 connector 19 pins to Pan Tilt cable Fig 6 n 1 connector 4 pin...

Page 16: ...017 009 Rev 1 1 16 54 Fig 5 HYDRA Radar Sensor front view without cover Fig 6 HYDRA Radar Sensor back view Threaded holes for Antenna Cover Antennas mounted on the Waveguides Trigger cable connector Sensor cable connector Laser cable connector ...

Page 17: ...zation and characterized by a maximum gain of 21 dBi for ANT 102 or 17 3 dBi for ANT 102 The amplitude characteristics of the antenna main lobe at 3 dB and 10 dB are provided in Tab 2 and Tab 2 HYDRA ANT101 HORIZONTAL PLANE VERTICAL PLANE 3 dB 16 13 10 dB 32 26 Tab 1 Main lobes width of HYDRA ANT101 antennas at 3 dB and 10 dB HYDRA ANT102 HORIZONTAL PLANE VERTICAL PLANE 3 dB 26 25 10 dB 60 55 Tab ...

Page 18: ... The Positioning Unit Fig 10 consists of The Pan Tilt main body made in aluminum and plastic with dimensions 32x20x21 cm and weight 10 kg capable of moving the Radar Sensor in azimuth and elevation A Triggering Magnetic Sensor to synchronize the Pan Tilt rotation and the radar acquisition The Arc SAR arm 50 cm long holding the payload items An Elevation Pointing System that is the support of HYDRA...

Page 19: ...ent Radar Sensor bearings between 30 and 30 see Fig 11 In Hydra G LP configuration the Elevation Pointing System must always be positioned at 0 in Hydra G HP and Hydra U configuration the position must be the same of the Camera tilting angle see Par 5 7 Fig 11 Elevation Pointing System 2 screw holes under the elevation pointing system permits the installation of IR Laser under the Elevation Pointi...

Page 20: ...epending on the system configuration the function of the Positioning Unit is different For Hydra U the PTU is used to move the Laser in azimuth and elevation to perform surface reconstruction and the Radar Sensor in azimuth for the actual monitoring During surface reconstruction the PTU moves performing a serpentine alternating clockwise and counterclockwise scans in azimuth increasing the elevati...

Page 21: ...imuth and elevation to perform the surface reconstruction After the surface reconstruction the PTU is used to move the Radar Sensor in elevation to match the Camera tilting angle then in azimuth from 60 to 60 to perform the actual scan Fig 14 Magnetic triggering sensor WARNING Pinch point Beware of the risk of finger pinch between the magnetic sensor and the magnetic trigger during rotation of the...

Page 22: ...after a blackout event The PSU is a box with dimensions of 600 x 400 x 385 mm and a weight of 25 kg with 2 handles plus an additional pull out handle two wheels and fasteners fitted with plug locks Fig 16 Fig 16 Power Supply Unit The PSU has 7 interfaces Fig 17 from left to right they are Tablet Power Spotlight Siren Alarm Power Input supports 100 240 V AC or 12 24 V DC WiFi antenna PTU Main Cable...

Page 23: ...the acquisition Opening the PSU gives access to 3 buttons ON button Fig 18 OFF button Fig 18 Alarm Mute button Fig 19 Fig 18 ON and OFF button Fig 19 Alarm Mute button The PSU has inside also the HYDRA computer Fig 20 an industrial PC that is supplied with different software depending on the configuration The software used for Hydra G HP and Hydra U is Hydra Controller for data acquisition and Hyd...

Page 24: ...ntials Username hydrauser Password hydra1234 Fig 21 Getac Tablet WARNING No communication software such as Firewall Wi Fi or antivirus must be installed to avoid any conflict with the Hydra software IDS GeoRadar takes no responsibility for bad functioning if there is a functional conflict between its software and any software installed on the HYDRA computer by the user IDS GeoRadar does not guaran...

Page 25: ...etwork Camera with IR is a dome camera with integrated IR illuminator and auto switch between day and night vision The 2 MP Network Mini PTZ Dome Camera is a dome camera capable of self movement controlled by the software Surf Scan Both types of camera are installed on the fixed part of the Positioning Unit on the plate of connection between PTU and tripod For the 4 MP WDR Dome Network Camera with...

Page 26: ...G HP it can stream a real time video of the areas of interest Fig 24 Radar map on Camera display for Hydra G LP Fig 25 Radar map and Camera display for Hydra G HP and Hydra U Both models of the Camera are connected to the PSU though an Ethernet cable 5 8 Laser The Laser Fig 26 used only in the Hydra U model is mounted on the elevation pointing system below the Radar Sensor and when moved by the PT...

Page 27: ...composed by PTU Main Cable Fig 27 Camera Ethernet Cable Fig 28 AC Power Cable Fig 29 Power Cable Adapter Fig 30 this cable is different based on the country Sensor Cable Fig 31 Local Network Cable Fig 32 DC Power Cable Fig 33 Laptop Battery Cable Fig 34 The PTU Main Cable Fig 27 is used to connect the Pan Tilt to the PSU it provides power to the PTU and it exchange data between the HYDRA computer ...

Page 28: ...mera to the PSU it provides power to the Camera and it exchange data between the Camera and the HYDRA computer embedded in the PSU Fig 28 Camera Ethernet Cable The AC Power Cable Fig 29 is used to connect the PSU to the main power line it can be used in conjunction with the Power Cable Adapter Fig 30 Fig 29 AC Power Cable ...

Page 29: ...N IDS GeoRadar S r l MNG 2017 009 Rev 1 1 29 54 Fig 30 Power Cable Adapter The Sensor Cable Fig 31 is used to connect the PTU to the Sensor The curved end needs to be connected to the Sensor Fig 6 Fig 31 Sensor Cable ...

Page 30: ...e Local Network Cable Fig 32 is an Ethernet cable used to connect the PSU to an external network Fig 32 Local Network Cable The DC Power Cable Fig 33 is used to connect the PSU to a direct current power source such as Solar Panels or Fuel Cells Fig 33 DC Power Cable ...

Page 31: ...he Laptop through the PSU Fig 34 Laptop Battery Cable 5 10 Siren Alarm A Siren Alarm Fig 35 can be connected to the PSU to provide Early Warning based on the detected movements in the scanned area It is only used in Hydra U and Hydra G HP configurations and provides both a visual and auditory alarm Fig 35 Siren Alarm ...

Page 32: ...SYSTEM BREAKDOWN IDS GeoRadar S r l MNG 2017 009 Rev 1 1 32 54 5 11 Spotlight In the event that the jobsite illumination is not enough a Spotlight Fig 36 can be connected to the PSU Fig 36 Spotlight ...

Page 33: ...Radar personnel to choose the best installation point Below some considerations when choosing an installation site Installation site should have a clear view of the area to be monitored Shadowed areas or other areas that cannot be seen will not be present in the data Installation site should be a place with enough room to permit free movement of the PTU both in pan and tilt avoiding collisions of ...

Page 34: ... Rev 1 1 34 54 Fig 37 Side wall monitoring Fig 38 Roof monitoring For side wall monitoring is suggested an oblique orientation of the PTU with respect to the monitored surface in order to maximize the enlightened area as shown in Fig 39 Fig 39 Side wall positioning ...

Page 35: ... it in the installation point Fig 40 Fig 40 Place the Tripod in the installation point 2 Level the Tripod using the three legs and checking bubble level for a correct installation Fig 41 It is suggested to screw the tripod to the ground using the special holes on the tripod s feet Fig 41 Tripod leg and bubble level 3 Pull out the PTU from the transport bag ...

Page 36: ...ig 42 Mounting the PTU on the Tripod 5 Rotate the Positioning Unit on the Tripod until it is possible to access the fixing screw in the Tripod s cylindrical housing 6 Use the hex key with the red handle provided with the Tripod to screw on the Positioning Unit to the Tripod Fig 43 Fig 43 Secure the PTU to the Tripod 7 Pull out the Camera already mounted on its mechanical holding system from the tr...

Page 37: ...the two knobs Fig 44 Fig 44 Camera Mounted on the PTU 9 Use the Camera lateral knobs to point the camera at 0 only for the model 4 MP WDR Dome Network Camera with IR 10 Pull out the Radar Sensor from the transport bag 11 Mount the Radar Sensor on the PTU using the knob and the two fixing levers Fig 45 Fig 45 Radar Sensor fixing Levers ...

Page 38: ... Radar Sensor at 0 Fig 46 Fig 46 Radar Sensor pointing system 13 Connect the PTU Data Cable the Triggering Sensor Cable and the Laser Cable to the back of the Radar Sensor Fig 47 Fig 47 Radar Sensor cabling Check the gap between the magnetic sensor and the magnetic trigger the gap needs to be 0 1 3mm for correct functioning ...

Page 39: ... location around 1 5m 2m from the Tripod 15 Connect the PTU main cable to the Pan Tilt and to the Power Supply Unit Fig 48 Fig 48 Connect the PTU Main Cable 16 Connect Camera Ethernet Cable to the PSU and to the Camera Fig 49 Fig 49 Connect the Camera Ethernet Cable 17 Connect the Wi Fi Antenna to the PSU Fig 50 ...

Page 40: ...the Power Cable Adapter Fig 29 and Fig 30 19 Open the PSU and switch on the system pushing and holding for 7 seconds the ON button inside the PSU Fig 51 Fig 51 Turn ON the system 20 Switch on the tablet 21 The credentials for the Tablet access are Username HydraUser Password hydra1234 22 Open the Wireless Network Connection menu on the Tablet and connect Network name Hydra Wifi Password hydra1234 ...

Page 41: ...k on Show Options and enter the following credentials Computer 10 0 10 3 Username HydraUser 25 The user is now connected with the HYDRA computer inside the PSU Run the software HYDRA Controller or the software SurfScan depending on the HYDRA system version We refer to the User Manual of the 2 software for further details about the use of the abovementioned software ...

Page 42: ... Power Cable Adapter from the main power line 4 Disconnect the AC Power Cable the Camera Ethernet Cable the PTU Main Cable and the Wi Fi antenna from the PSU cover each connector with the relative cap 5 Disconnect the Camera Ethernet Cable from the Camera 6 Disconnect the PTU Main Cable from the Pan Tilt cover the connector with the cap 7 Remove the Camera from the PTU 8 Disconnect the PTU Data Ca...

Page 43: ...ylindrical interface between PTU FLIR and Moog Tripod use silicone grease or silicone spray lubricant see Fig 42 After 5 years of use replace the batteries inside the PSU 8 2 Troubleshooting This paragraph lists some tips to avoid the most common mistakes in the use of the system For further details please contact IDS GeoRadar Customer Care PROBLEM SUGGESTION The PSU does not turn on The backup ba...

Page 44: ...e that allows the activation of a two host session making your application or your desktop available to another user It can be used to perform web conferences and presentations and is easy to use thanks to a simple and intuitive interface Since there are no firewalls or other types of network configurations it is a fast and secure means of reaching any client host in any part of the world In fact ...

Page 45: ...ur pc you will receive a Popup requesting the authorization click on Allow see Fig 55 Fig 55 Authorization request At this point IDS GeoRadar Customer Care can perform a range of operations on your desktop Send and receive files Directly control your PC Chat to ask some physical operation to be performed for example connect a cable turn off on a system move some parts ...

Page 46: ...G 2017 009 Rev 1 1 46 54 10 APPENDIX A SYSTEM PACKAGING The system is delivered with the following packaging Power Supply Unit Fig 56 Trolley Bag 1 Fig 57 Trolley Bag 2 Fig 57 Optional Components Bag Fig 58 Fig 56 Power Supply Unit Fig 57 Trolley Bag ...

Page 47: ... Trolley Bag 1 contains Positioning Unit see Par 5 3 Camera see Par 5 7 Tablet see Par 5 6 The Trolley Bag 2 contains Tripod see Par 5 4 Cables see Par 5 9 Radar Sensor with Antennas see Par 5 1 and 5 2 The Optional Components Bag is only present if one of the optional items are purchased it contains Siren Alarm optional see Par 5 10 Spotlight optional see Par 5 11 ...

Page 48: ...eight 18 kg Enclosure Class IP 65 Temperature Range 10 C 55 C Tripod Dimesion 100 X 100 X 120 cm Weight 8 kg Radar Sensor Dimesion 30 X 30 X 11 cm Weight 5 kg Enclosure Class IP 65 Temperature Range 10 C 55 C Power Supply Dimesion 60 X 45 X 45 cm Weight 25 kg Enclosure Class IP 65 Temperature Range 10 C 55 C Input voltage range 100 240 V AC Power Consumption whole system 100 W Radar Sensor 3 m cab...

Page 49: ...g to their specific procedures IDS GeoRadar shall not be liable for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages or injuries including without limitation lost revenues or lost profits resulting by un authorized use of the Products in Public Areas Roads For IBIS Products Family Buyer User warrants That these Products are not being used in the design development production or use ...

Page 50: ...its of the Operational Temperature Range specified by IDS GeoRadar Disclaimer for the IBIS Family Products IBIS Products include specific Operational software with automatic data processing and analysis which may give outcomes results for helping User in the monitoring of the stability conditions of a specific event Nevertheless IDS GeoRadar has the obligation to remind the Users that the performa...

Page 51: ...rent warranty granted by the Buyer to its retailers and clients even as final consumers pursuant to the European Union law in force regarding the rights of the consumers does not engage IDS GeoRadar in anyway 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 with reference to IDS G...

Page 52: ...ed either by the parameters introduced by the operator s or by particular environmental conditions which may distort its outcomes thus giving rise to false or missing alarms IDS GeoRadar assumes no liability for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages or injuries caused by such reliance or for the use of IBIS Products by operator who have not achieved a training course cert...

Page 53: ...below 1 mW cm2 which is the Maximum Permissible level of Exposure specified by the current regulations FCC use limits Use in all U S territories is limited to underground mines open pit mines and tunnels Authorized EIRP may not exceed 48 dBm HYDRA devices may not cause interference to and must tolerate interference from Government Radiolocation 76 81 GHz Band Radar Radio Astronomy Amateur and Spac...

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