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Comprehensive application support.
Technical support, 16135924642
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Warranty:
All Instantel products come with a one-year warranty. Series III monitors (Blastmate III,
Minimate Blaster, and Minimate Plus) and sensors will have the warranty extended for a
second year if they are returned to the Instantel factory for service and calibration within 30 days of
the Next Calibration date printed on the calibration label located on the product.
If within a period of one year from the date of shipment to a customer the instrument fails to perform
in accordance with Instantels published specifications and the operators manual, due to a defect in
materials or workmanship, it will be repaired or replaced at Instantels option, free of charge. This
warranty is void if the equipment has been dismantled, altered or abused in any way. This warranty
is nontransferable.
The above warranty does not include any implied warranty of functionality for a particular purpose.
Instantel assumes no responsibility for damages of any description resulting from the operation or
use of its products. Since it is impossible to anticipate all of the conditions under which its products
will be used either by themselves or in conjunction with other products, Instantel cannot accept
responsibility for the results unless it has entered into a contract for services which clearly define
such an extension of responsibility and liability.
Any shipments returned directly to Instantel must have our prior approval and all packages must
display the Return of Material Authorization (RMA) Number issued by Instantel. Shipping charges to
Instantels plant will be paid by the customer and those for return to the customer will be paid by
Instantel.
To protect your warranty, you must complete and return a Warranty Registration Certificate, or
complete the online Warranty Registration Form, within ten days of purchase. Units will be assumed
out of warranty if there is no warranty card on file at Instantel. Retain this portion and the proof of
purchase for your records.
Warning:
This is an electronic instrument. Although it has been designed for field use, it contains sensitive
components which cannot be expected to withstand the same stress and shock as heavy
machinery. It contains a microcomputer and solid state memory, both of which may be made
inoperative by severe radio interference. The use of transmitting equipment in the immediate
vicinity of the unit should be avoided. Evidence of negligence in the care or handling of the
instrument may void the manufacturer's warranty. This product contains no serviceable parts. The
battery is not intended to be replaced by the operator. The unit should be returned to an authorized
Instantel service center for service. Any attempt to service this product will void any and all
warranties offered by Instantel. Service enquiries should be made via your dealer.
EC Warning:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
2006 Instantel, a division of VeriChip Corporation. All rights reserved. Instantel, the Instantel logo,
AutoRecord, Blastware, Blastmate and Minimate are either registered trademarks or trademarks of VeriChip
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Printed in Canada. 715U0101 Rev 12
Table of Contents
Before You Begin iii
Check the Package Contents iii
Record the Minimate Identification Numbers iii
Check Your Local Electric Power Supply iii
Connect the Battery iv
Charge the Battery iv
Check the Monitors Memory v
Complete and Return Your Registration Card v
Handling Precautions v
Minimate Condensed Instructions vi
Conventions Used throughout this Manual vi
1. Introduction 11
1.1. Key Features 11
1.2. Accessories 12
1.3. Minimate Keys 13
2. Basic Tutorial 21
3. Setting Up the Unit 31
3.1. What is Event Monitoring? 31
3.2. Setting up the Minimate with an Internal Geophone (Part No. 715A0101) 32
3.2.1. Soft Surface Installation 32
3.2.2. Hard Surface Installation 34
3.3. Setting up the Minimate with an External Geophone (Part No. 715A0103) 34
3.4. Installing the Standard Transducer 35
3.4.1. Soft Surface Installation 36
3.4.2. Hard Surface Installation 37
3.5. Installing a Microphone 38
3.6. The Minimate Keyboard 38
3.6.1.
(ENTER) Key 38
*
3.6.2. START MONITOR Key 38
3.6.3. SETUP Key 39
3.6.4. Right Arrow Key + SETUP Key 312
3.6.5. Up Arrow Key 314
3.6.6. TEST Key 317
3.6.7. ABORT Key 317
3.7. Downloading Setups from a Blastmate II 317
4. Reference 41
4.1. Additional Installation Procedures 41
4.1.1. Wall Installation 41
4.1.2. Ceiling Installation 42
Minimate Operator Manual
5. Maintenance 51
5.1. Battery Charging 51
5.2. Cleaning the Minimate 51
6. Troubleshooting 61
Appendix A1
a) Parts and Accessories A3
b) Specifications A4
c) Compliance Reports A5
d) Calculating Battery Life A7
e) Connecting a Printer to a Minimate A7
Index 1
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Thank You . . .
Thank you for purchasing Instantels Minimate. You will find it the most reliable and easy-to-use
seismograph available. If this is your first Instantel seismograph, welcome to the new World
Standard set by Instantel. If this seismograph adds to your existing fleet, congratulations! you will
find the many features simple to use and offer you powerful control over your monitoring
operations.
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
Model Number
Monitor Serial Number
Monitor Software Version Number
Standard Transducer Serial Number
(If applicable)
Microphone Serial Number
Dealer Name
Date Purchased
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supplied an optional AC adapter. If not, contact your dealer and ask about the optional AC
Adapter.
Note to Our Customers in India and Other Countries
Due to large power fluctuations found in countries including India, please use a voltage stabilizer
and a 220 V AC Adapter to provide 10 - 14 VDC @ 500 mA to power the monitor.
Battery
Top
Cover
MiniMate
Figure 1 Connecting the Minimate Battery.
To disconnect the battery for shipping or storage purposes, reverse the above procedure.
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F
V 2.6
Battery Low
To charge the battery, plug the AC adapter into the PWR connector located on the side of the
Minimate. Plug the other end into a 120 VAC 60 Hz electrical outlet. The charging light located to
the left of the keys indicates the battery is being charged.
WARNING:
Do not allow the battery to become discharged and left in a discharged state for any extended
period of time. Allowing the battery to become discharged may cause permanent damage to
the battery.
You can operate the Minimate while it is being charged. Try the Basic Tutorial, Chapter 2, for
a quick and easy lesson on how to record events.
AvailableMemory
95
10
Number of
Events Stored
Handling Precautions
Use Only the Supplied Cables to Connect the Minimate to a Personal Computer.
Use only the Blastmate to PC connecting cable (p/n 712A2301) together with the Minimate
Adapter Cable (p/n 715A1501). Do not connect the Minimate directly to a PC without the
Minimate Adapter Cable. This can damage the unit.
Never Connect or Disconnect Cables Without First Turning Off the Minimate and
Your Computer.
Connect microphone (if used), set and level Minimate unit pointing arrow at blast.
2.
Turn on the unit by pressing * . Watch display for battery, sensor status, time and date.
3.
Press SETUP to verify or edit setups, TEST to check geo/mic channels, or to access
events.
4.
5.
After an event, the unit does a SENSORCHECK and displays "TESTING SENSORS".
IMPORTANT: Do not touch the Minimate while this message is displayed.
6.
If accidentally triggered before a blast, press ABORT 3 times and go back to step 4.
7.
This type tells you which Minimate keys to press. For example, when you see TEST key, it
means press the TEST key located on the Minimate.
This word, when capitalized, refers to a message window appearing on the Minimate display.
For example, when you see Main Window, it refers to the following display:
READY TO MONITOR
HOLD *=OFF =EVENTS
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Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION
The Minimate has a proven track record as the industrys most reliable blast monitor. Rugged,
flexible, and easy to use, the DS-077 offers all the functions you need in an intuitive format that
makes it easy even for the first time operator to quickly setup and record an event.
This manual is divided into sections. The first section is a tutorial for the new user. Follow this
tutorial to record your first event. The section describes basic functions with illustrative examples
to lead you through. The following section offers a detailed explanation of the operation of the
monitor. The last sections provide reference and maintenance information, and extensive
troubleshooting support, followed by supporting information in the Appendix.
When initially setting up the Minimate, determine which model that you have, either 1) Minimate
with an Internal Geophone (Part No. 715A0101, refer to Section 3.2), or 2) Minimate with an
External Geophone (Part No. 715A0103, refer to Section 3.3).
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1.2. Accessories
Instantels line of Minimate accessories enable you customize your monitor configuration.
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Minimate Fastening Plate with adjustable leveling feet and integrated bubble level. Can
be used to mount the Minimate to a wall or ceiling as well as ground installations.
120 VAC and 220 VAC Adapter connect the Minimate to your local electrical power
supply.
Auto / 12 V Adapter connect the Minimate to your vehicles 12 volt power supply or a 12
volt battery for remote installations.
Null Modem Cable for modem communication between the monitor and a computer (25
pin connection).
Accessory Case carry Minimate accessories in a hard case, similar to the Blastmate Series
II case. Removable foam accommodates your accessories.
Introduction
MiniMate
READY TO MONITOR
HOLD *=OFF =EVENTS
CHARGING
ABORT SETUP
TEST
START
MONITOR
PRESS ON / OFF
START
MONITOR
SETUP
Text and
Notes
Record
Time
Microphone
Channel
SETUP
Upload All
Events
to BM2
TEST
Upload One
Event
to BM2
Print All
Events
on BM2
Job
Number
Language
Print One
Event
on BM2
ABORT
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Notes:
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Basic Tutorial
2. BASIC TUTORIAL
In this tutorial, you will learn how to turn on and setup the Minimate to record an event. Follow
this tutorial to practice event monitoring. You can also use it as a guide when recording actual
events.
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1.
Battery level, unit operating system version, and serial number. Make sure the battery is fully
charged. If it is not, connect the AC adapter and recharge the unit.
Battery Level
Operating System
Version
Batt: E - - - - - - - - - - F
Serial 3001
V 2.6
Serial Number
2.
Internal memory size, available memory and number of events currently stored. Make sure
that there is enough memory to record an event. If memory is full, you must first download
events to your PC and then erase the events stored in memory.
Available Memory
Size of Internal
Memory
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Number of
Events Stored
3.
Current date and time. Youll learn how to change the date and time later in this tutorial.
Date
Time
4.
12 May 1999
hh:mm:sc: 13:26:46
Minimate Main Window. This window is displayed whenever the unit is ready to monitor.
Turn Monitor Off
View Events
READY TO MONITOR
HOLD *=OFF =EVENTS
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or Right Arrow key to display the CONTINUOUS option. Press the Enter key to select this
record mode. The display will automatically advance to the Trigger Source Window.
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2. Level Installation
The Minimate must be installed level. A fastening plate is available for the Minimate, equipped
with three leveling feet and an integrated bubble level indicator.
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Sensor Orientation
3.4.
2. Level Installation
The standard transducer must be installed level. For the installations on a rigid surface, a leveling
plate is available with three leveling feet and an integrated bubble level indicator.
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move independently of the surrounding surface resulting in distorted, often higher, monitoring
results.
Coupling methods depend upon the type of surface with no single method applicable to all types.
It is up to you to check the surface and mount the standard transducer with sufficient coupling to
ensure reliable monitoring results.
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3.6.1.
) Key
*The(ENTER
(Enter) key turns the Minimate on or off. It also scrolls through the Minimate windows,
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After triggering and recording, the Minimate requires minimal time to process and store data as
shown in the table below. Sensorcheck is normally performed before monitoring. Add 5 seconds
if Sensorcheck is performed between events.
Full Wave
Auto Record
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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3.5
5.2
6.9
8.6
10.3
12.0
13.7
15.4
17.1
18.8
6.7
8.9
11.1
13.3
15.5
17.7
19.9
22.1
24.3
26.5
a. Record Mode
A record mode determines how the Minimate records events. The Minimate offers the following
recording modes:
(1) Single Shot Record Mode
Use single shot record mode to record one event automatically. The Minimate records the event,
displays the results, and stops. No further recording occurs. Recording begins automatically when
an events ground vibrations or air pressure exceeds the trigger level. See below for information
on the trigger level.
(2) Continuous Record Mode
Use continuous record mode to record multiple events automatically. The Minimate records an
event, displays the results, and continues to monitor, ready to record following events. The
Minimate records all events whose activity exceeds a preset trigger level. See below for
information on the trigger level.
(3) Manual Record Mode
Use manual record mode if automatic triggering is unreliable, due to excessive wind or nearby
vehicle activity, or to record the background noise level in the vicinity of a site. The Minimate
begins recording when you manually press the START MONITOR key. Recording continues for
the fixed record time.
To Select a Record Mode:
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Press the SETUP key. Press the Enter key to display the Recording Mode: Window. Press the Up
or Right Arrow key to scroll through the record modes. Press the Enter key to select a record
mode when it appears on the display.
b. Trigger Source
The trigger source sets the Minimate to trigger and start recording an event automatically on
ground vibrations, measured by a transducer, or air pressure, measured by a microphone. The
Minimate has three trigger source settings: transducer alone (GEOPHONE), microphone alone
(MICROPHONE), or both transducer and microphone together (GEO/MIC). When you choose
both transducer and microphone together, triggering occurs and recording begins if an events
ground vibrations or air pressure exceeds the trigger level for either the transducer or the
microphone, not both.
To choose a trigger source, press the SETUP key with the Main Window displayed. Use the
Enter key to scroll through the windows until the Trigger Source Window appears. Press the
Right Arrow key to scroll through the three trigger sources. Press the Enter key to select a
trigger source when it appears on the display.
c. Trigger Level
The trigger level sets a threshold that must be exceeded by an events activity before the Minimate
begins recording in automatic modes. Set a trigger level for the trigger source or sources chosen
above.
Use your judgment when setting the trigger level. You must set the level high enough so the
Minimate does not trigger on unwanted events such as nearby vehicle traffic. At the same time,
you have to set the trigger level low enough so that an events activity exceeds the trigger level
and starts the Minimate recording.
To set the trigger level, press the SETUP key when the Main Window is displayed. The Geo Trig
or Mic Trig Window appears depending on the trigger source chosen above. To change the Geo
trigger level, use the Right Arrow key to move the cursor and the Up Arrow key to change the
trigger level number. The range of values available is 0.010 in/s to 5 in/s (0.25 mm/s to 127
mm/s). Press the Enter key to save your setting.
If both the geophone and microphone were chosen as trigger sources, pressing the Enter key
saves the Geo trigger level setting and then displays the Mic Trig Window. Set the mic trigger
level and press the Enter key to save your setting. The following range of values are available:
0.00058 psi to 0.03625 psi, 4.0 Pa to 250 Pa, 106 dB to 142 dB.
d. Record Time
Record Time is used to determine how long the Minimate will record after being triggered. You
can choose either to enter a fixed record time in seconds or use the AUTO setting. Once you have
made your setting press the Enter key to save it.
If you select AUTO, the Minimate continues to record event activity as long as that activity
remains above the trigger level, to a maximum of 20 seconds. Recording stops a specified period
of time (called the Auto Window) after the event activity falls below the trigger level. If the event
is longer than 10 seconds, it may split into a number of events. If for example there were 11.6
seconds of triggerable activity, the first event would consist of 10 seconds followed by an event of
2 seconds (the last event is rounded to the next highest integer).
When AUTO appears in the display, pressing the SETUP key enables you to select the AUTO
WINDOW setting. Use the Up or Right Arrow keys to change the time allowed for sensing the
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signal to determine if recording should stop. The default setting is 3 seconds, and the range of
available times is 1 to 9 seconds. Pressing Enter will store the displayed value.
You may also enter a fixed record time, as we did in the Basic Tutorial: once the record time has
elapsed, the Minimate stops recording. Be sure to set the record time long enough to record an
entire event but not so long that unnecessary data is recorded, thus filling the Minimate memory.
A helpful rule of thumb when setting a record time for a blast event is to add the delays between
detonating holes or use the longest delay, then add one second for each one thousand feet (300 m)
from the event to the Minimate to account for the speed of sound. For example, in the figure
below the minimum record time required is 1.1 seconds. To be on the safe side and ensure you
record all the events activity, set the record time to 2.0 seconds. There is no foolproof method for
setting a record time. Use your knowledge and experience to determine a record time.
600 ft.
25 ms
50 ms
100 ms
Event
MiniMate
500 ms
Delays
Record Time = 0.5 s (delay) + 0.6 s (Distance 600 ft./1000 ft.) = 1.1 s (total)
( 2.0 s rounded to the next highest second)
Figure 3-7 Calculating a Recording Time.
f. Job Number
You may include a job number for each recorded event. Job numbers help you keep track of
events stored in the Minimate or in a computer. Job numbers range from 1 to 9999.
To display the Job Number Window, press the SETUP key when the Main Window is displayed.
Press the Enter key to scroll through the windows until the Job Number Window appears. Press
the Up or Right Arrow key to display the two choices: Include job # or Dont include job #.
Press the Enter key to select a setting when it appears on the display.
If you chose the Include job # setting, after pressing the Enter key another window appears
where you set the job number. Press the Right Arrow key to position the cursor and the Up
Arrow key to change the four digit job number. Press the Enter key to save the job number.
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g. Time Window
The Minimate uses the twenty four hour time format (e.g. 23:55:23). To display the Time
Window, press the SETUP key when the Main Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to
scroll through the windows until the Time Window appears. To set the time, press the Right
Arrow key to move the cursor and the Up Arrow key to set the current time. Press the Enter key
to save your setting.
h. Date Window
The Minimate uses the Day/Month /Year date format (e.g. 12 May 1999). To display the Date
Window press the SETUP key when the Main Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll
through the windows until the Date Window appears. To set the date, press the Right Arrow key
to move the cursor and the Up Arrow key to set the current date. Press the Enter key to save your
setting.
a. Timer Mode
The timer function sets the Minimate to automatically turn on and start monitoring operations at a
preset time in the future. The timer can be set for a one time monitoring session or it can be set to
record at the same time everyday. Using the timer extends the Minimate battery life because the
unit turns on and begins monitoring only when the event you wish to record occurs. It also
minimizes the recording of false events from other sources.
Once you have set the start and stop times, you must press the START MONITOR key to enter
Monitor Mode. To stop timer recording at any time, press the ABORT key.
(1) Timer = ON
To set the Minimate to monitor at some time in the future, press the Right Arrow key and
SETUP key together when the Main Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll through
the menus until the Timer Window appears. Press the Up or Right Arrow keys to display Timer
= ON. Press the Enter key to display the Monitor Start Time Window. Enter the start time for
monitoring operations to begin. Use the Right Arrow key to move through the date and time
displays. Use the Up Arrow key to change the settings. The display should resemble the
following:
Press the Enter key to save the Monitor Start Time setting and display the Monitor Stop Time
Window. Enter the stop time for monitoring operations to end. Use the Right Arrow key to move
through the date and time displays. Use the Up Arrow key to change the settings. The display
should resemble the following:
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Press the Enter key to save the stop time. Press the START MONITOR key to enter the timer
mode. The timer is now set to start monitoring operations automatically according to your start
and stop dates and times.
(2) Timer = DAILY
To set the Minimate to monitor at the same time each day, press the Right Arrow key and
SETUP key together when the Main Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll through
the menus until the Timer Window appears. Press the Up or Right Arrow keys to display Timer
= DAILY. Press the Enter key to display the Monitor Start Time Window. Enter the start time
for monitoring operations to begin. Use the Right Arrow key to move through the time displays.
Use the Up Arrow key to change the settings. The display should resemble the following:
STRT: DAILY
13:00
use
or ENTER
Figure 3-10 Daily Start Time Window.
Press the Enter key to save your start time. The Daily Stop Time Window appears. Use the Right
Arrow key to move the cursor and the Up Arrow key to change the hour and minute settings. The
display should resemble the following:
STOP: DAILY
13:15
use
or ENTER
Figure 3-11 Daily Stop Time Window.
Press the Enter key to save your stop time. Press the START MONITOR key to enter the timer
mode. The Minimate is now set to start and stop monitoring operations automatically at the same
time everyday.
b. Stest (Sensorcheck)
This setting chooses when to automatically run Sensorcheck to test the monitor and its sensors.
You can choose to run Sensorcheck after recording each event, or only once before monitoring
starts. If you choose AFTER event, Sensorcheck runs after recording each event. Results are
saved with each event. If you choose BEFORE monitoring, Sensorcheck runs once before
monitoring starts, when you enter the monitor mode. The results of this single Sensorcheck appear
with each event recorded during the monitoring session. This reduces processing time, by not
having to run Sensorcheck for each event, and speeds up recording especially when using the
continuous record mode.
To set when to run Sensorcheck, press the Right Arrow key and SETUP key together when the
Main Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll through the menus until the Sensorcheck
Window appears. Press the Up or Right Arrow key to display the AFTER event or BEFORE
monitoring choices. Press the Enter key to select a choice when it appears on the display.
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c. Units of Measure
The Minimate uses the Metric (e.g. mm/sec) or Imperial (e.g. in/sec) measurement system.
To choose either Metric or Imperial units, press the Right Arrow key and SETUP key together
when the Main Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll through the menus until the
Units Window appears. Press the Up or Right Arrow key to display the IMPERIAL or
METRIC choices. Press the Enter key to select a choice when it appears on the display.
d. MIC Channel
In the fourth menu item the microphone can be enabled or disabled for recording. If disabled, no
readings are taken for the channel and the summary display shows that the Mic channel is off
rather than giving a peak. If the Mic channel is turned off and the trigger source includes the Mic,
the source will be reset to Geo and the following message will appear on the display.
SOURCE: MIC IS OFF
SOURCE SET TO GEO
To set the MIC Channel, press the Right Arrow key and SETUP key together when the Main
Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll through the menus until the MIC Channel
Window appears. Press the Up or Right Arrow key to display the ON or OFF choices. Press
the Enter key to save your setting.
e. MIC Units
Units used on the microphone channel depend on the measurement system being used. If you are
using Imperial measurements, you have the choice between pounds per square inch (psi) or
decibels (dB). For the Metric system, the choice is Pascals (pa) or decibels (dB).
To choose a microphone measurement unit, press the Right Arrow key and SETUP key together
when the Main Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll through the menus until the
MIC Units Window appears. Press the Up or Right Arrow key to display the two microphone
unit choices. Press the Enter key to select a measurement unit when it appears on the display.
f. Language
The Minimate supports two languages: English and French. All windows and menus will appear
in the language of your choice.
To set the language, press the Right Arrow key and SETUP key together when the Main
Window is displayed. Press the Enter key to scroll through the menus until the Languages
Window appears. Press the Up or Right Arrow key to set the language, and then press the Enter
key to save your setting.
a. View Events
You can view events stored in the Minimate internal memory.
From the Main Window, press the Up Arrow key to display the View Events Window. Press the
Enter key to enter the View Window. Press the Up Arrow key to scroll through the events
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beginning with the most recently recorded event. Press the Right Arrow key to scroll through the
events beginning with the event with the earliest date and time.
All events are identified by a prefix showing the event type. W events contain full waveform
data; this is the only kind of event recorded with a Minimate. This is followed by the date and
time on the first line, and the Peak Particle Velocity and Peak Sound Pressure on the second line.
An example display is shown in Figure 3-12.
Date and Time
Peak
Particle
Velocity
W: 15 May 99 09:04:57
0.338 mm/s 120 dBL
Peak Sound
Pressure
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To print an event list, press the Up Arrow key when the Main Window is displayed, until the
Print List to Serial Window appears. Press the Enter key to print the event list.
To delete all the events in the Minimate, press the Up Arrow key with the Main Window
displayed, until the Delete ALL Events Window appears. Press the Enter key to begin the
deletion. A second window appears asking you to hold the Enter key for five seconds to delete all
files. This window asks you to confirm your initial choice or leave the window without
continuing. Press and hold the Enter key for five seconds to delete all events. The message One
moment please Deleting all events appears.
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PRESS * TO EDIT
TO LOAD FROM BM2
Figure 3-13 Download Setups from Blastmate II Window.
Press the Up Arrow key to download settings. If any settings are not compatible with the
Minimate, the unit automatically adjusts them, and displays the change. You can also edit setups
in the normal way by pressing the SETUP key once the download is complete.
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Reference
4. REFERENCE
This chapter discusses wall and ceiling installation procedures, and the theory of operation for
Instantels standard transducer, microphone, Sensorcheck, antialias filter, and data analysis
techniques.
Do not over-tighten the screws when attaching the Minimate to the leveling plate.
This can damage the casing of the Minimate.
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Figure 4-1 Installing the Minimate on a Wall using the Fastening Plate.
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Do not over-tighten the screws when attaching the Minimate to the leveling plate.
This can damage the casing of the Minimate.
Reference
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Geophone sensor specifications give a number known as the Intrinsic Voltage Sensitivity. It is the
coil voltage induced for a given coil vs magnet speed with units of V/in/s. In seismic applications
the magnet is moved by the blast energy because it is coupled to the particles of surrounding
terrain. The coil, because of its inertia, does not move and the resulting magnet vs coil motion
induces a voltage which is proportional to particle velocity.
4.2.3. Sensorcheck
Sensorcheck ensures the verification and calibration of the system's Geophones each time they are
used and precludes using the machine with damaged or inaccurate Geophones.
The validity of a geophone can be estimated by measuring its natural frequency and damping.
Many commercial Geophones vary by as much as 10% from published values. When taking into
account the effect of temperature extremes in the field additional errors are introduced.
Sensorcheck measures certain geophone features. If a geophone fails to meet requirements a
message identifies it. For example, if the geophone housing is placed upside down, a message will
indicate that the vertical sensor is out of calibration. If it is placed on its side, the transverse and
vertical sensors will be flagged.
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A2
P1
P2
A1
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frequency = 1/period
The time axis during a standard plot is approximately 0.13 s/in . With a vernier measure the distance
between P1 and P2 (see Figure 4-5) and multiply the result by 0.13 to obtain the time in seconds.
At higher frequencies there are fewer sample points per cycle and greater error. The following
table illustrates how error increases with frequency.
0 30 Hz
negligible error
31 50 Hz
up to 5 Hz error
51 70 Hz
up to 8 Hz error
71 90 Hz
up to 18 Hz error
91 150 Hz
up to 50 Hz error
Frequencies above 100 Hz are not plotted because of the high error level. The plotter outputs the
message ">100 Hz" instead of the actual value. Furthermore if a waveform is very complex, or if
it contains a large offset value, the zero crossings may lie outside an acceptable window.
Whenever a frequency cannot be resolved the message "<2 Hz" is printed. Fast Fourier Transform
(FFT) analysis by the optional Blastware Advanced Module can provide more accurate
information on frequency content of waveform.
46
A
Am
T
Y
=
=
=
=
Ym
Reference
measured in millimeters/s.
A
T
T/4
Figure 4-6 Manual Waveform Calculations on Nearly Triangular Waveforms.
a. Calculating Displacement:
Maximum Displacement (in.)
T
A
8
T
Am
8
b. Calculating Acceleration:
Maximum Acceleration (in./s2)
1
Y
T
1
Ym
T
A
T
T/4
Figure 4-7 Manual Waveform Calculations on Sinusoidal Waveforms.
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a. Calculating Displacement:
Maximum Displacement (in.)
T
A
2
T
Am
2
b. Calculating Acceleration:
Maximum Acceleration (in./s2)
2
A
T
2
Am
T
AREA TO BE
MEASURED
T/4
Figure 4-8 Manual Waveform Calculations on Irregular Waveforms.
a. Calculating Displacement:
Maximum Displacement = area under curve measured by a planimeter.
T1
A1
A2
T
T2
Figure 4-9 Manual Waveform Calculations on Compound Waveforms.
48
Reference
a. Calculating Displacement:
Maximum Displacement (in.)
T1
T
A1 + 2 A 2
2
2
T1
T
A1m + 2 A 2m
2
2
b. Calculating Acceleration:
Maximum Acceleration (in./s2)
2
2
A1 +
A2
T1
T2
2
2
A1m +
A 2m
T1
T2
Figure 4-12 shows three random waveforms plotted in a format similar to that of a Minimate
printout and is presented to illustrate the procedure of graphically calculating peak vector sums.
Measured magnitudes are tabulated for six different times and represent velocities in each of the
three dimensions. The vector sum represents true particle velocity and is calculated by squaring
and adding the magnitudes and taking the square root. In general if:
T = particle velocity along the transverse plane
V = particle velocity along the vertical plane
L = particle velocity along the longitudinal plane
Vgm = particle velocity of the ground movement
Vgm = [ ( T)2+ ( V )2 + ( L)2]1/2
49
Chapter 4
Notes:
410
Maintenance
5. MAINTENANCE
This chapter outlines maintenance procedures for the Minimate including battery charging, and
cleaning.
F
V 2.6
Battery Low
To charge the battery, plug the DV-1250 AC adapter, supplied with your monitor, into the PWR
connector located on the side of the Minimate. Plug the other end into a 120 VAC 60 Hz electrical
outlet. The battery charging indicator light turns on. For electrical outlets other than 120 VAC 60
Hz, you must use an optional power converter; contact your dealer for more information. A 220
VAC adapter (p/n TC50A) is also available from Instantel for use with the DV-1250 AC adapter.
A discharged battery can be returned to full charge within 16 hours. The recommended
temperature range for most efficient charging is 59F to 77F (15C to 25C). You may use your
Minimate while it is charging.
You can also charge your Minimate from a vehicles 12 volt electrical system to conserve internal
battery energy while in the field. Remove the cigarette lighter and in its place plug in the optional
automobile cigarette lighter adapter (p/n 712A3001). Connect the other end of the adapter to the
power socket on the Minimate just as you would the charger. Now the car's electrical system will
act as a charger for the Minimate.
WARNING:
Do not allow the battery to become discharged and left in a discharged state for any extended
period of time. Allowing the battery to become discharged may cause permanent damage to
the battery.
Attached loads on the same power line may cause voltage fluctuations of sufficient intensity
to cause false triggering. In such cases a power line filter may be used.
51
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Notes:
52
Troubleshooting
6. TROUBLESHOOTING
Use the following information to help solve operation problems.
FAULT
PROBABLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power source.
Battery is dead.
Battery is dead.
Battery is dead.
The Minimate moved during Sensorcheck. Press the TEST key to run Sensorcheck
again. Do not touch the Minimate.
The Minimate moved during Sensorcheck. Press the TEST key to run Sensorcheck
again. Do not touch the Minimate.
Ceiling Installation Vertical geophone
not inverted.
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FAULT
Check L chan(s) message appears.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The Minimate is not level.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Check the Minimate installation for level.
The Minimate moved during Sensorcheck. Press the TEST key to run Sensorcheck
again. Do not touch the Minimate.
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Appendix
Appendix A
A1
Appendix
A2
Appendix
PART NUMBER
Microphone Accessories
Microphone Windscreen
331065FW
714A3401
Power Supply
120 VAC, 60 Hz Adapter
712A1901
TC50A
712A3001
Cables
Blastmate to PC RS-232 Cable
715A2301
715A1501
715A1801
Minimate to Blastmate Cable: RS232 cable for programming Minimate from Blastmate II
715A0501
709A0501
709A0502
Accessories
Replacement Dust Caps
716A1401
Remote Alarm
711A1401
715A1601
1100241
Accessory case with rigid foam insert. Same as Blastmate case. Used to carry and store accessories. Can also
be used to store and carry 12 Minimate units
714A2601
A3
Appendix
b) Specifications
Seismic
Air Linear
Frequency
Event Storage
Maximum Range
Trigger Levels
0.01 to 5 in/s (0.254 to 127 mm/s) in steps of 0.001 in/s (0.01 mm/s).
Frequency Analysis
Accuracy
Range
Minimum Resolution
Trigger Levels
Frequency Analysis
Accuracy
Sampling Rate
Frequency Response
(-3 dB points)
Record Modes
1 to 20 sec.
Cycle Time
Complete data analysis and storage < 5 seconds per second record time.
40 one-second events
Storage method
Solid State Memory with >10 year storage life. Events and program still
retained with battery removed.
Timer Operation
Programmed start/stop.
Measurement Units
Languages
Microphone
Documentation
Notes
User interface
Keyboard
Display
Battery Life
Physical
Dimensions
Weight
Special Functions
Warranty
Environmental
A4
Storage
Appendix
c) Compliance Reports
The Blastware software enables you to quickly and easily prepare compliance reports from your
Minimate blast data. The examples below are only a small sampling of the many different national
compliance standards available. Please see the Blastware Operator Manual for details.
204
Notes
Location:
Client:
User Name:
Converted:
Extended Notes
Figure A-1 Blastware Event Report Using the USBM Compliance Standard.
A5
Appendix
A6
Appendix
Depth of Discharge
Longevity
(Capacity)
(Charge/Discharge Cycles)
100%
200
50%
400
10%
2,000
1%
20,000
Each bar on the battery level message represents approximately 0.1 volt above the 5.5 volt
discharge level, or approximately three days of remaining operating life in monitor mode (with no
plotting). The battery should be charged as soon as the display drops to a level of five bars or less
and whenever the unit is not in use. A warning message appears to inform the user to charge the
battery immediately if it falls below 2 bars. Below one bar it will cease to function and the unit
turns itself off. Program and event data stored in the Minimate will not be lost even if all power is
off.
A7
Appendix
A8
Appendix
Printer Settings
Configure the Diconix 180 SI printer to the settings below.
FX 85
11 inches
Off
USA
Set 1
CR
LF+CR
Unidirectional
Normal
(10) Protocol
XON/XOFF
(11) Parity
None
8 bits
9600 (1)
A9
Appendix
Notes:
A10
Index
Index
A
B
Battery
calculating battery life, A7
capacity and longevity, A7
capacity varies with ambient temperature, A7
charging, iv, 51
connect the battery, iv
extending life using the timer, 312
Bolting
Minimate, 34
Burying, Minimate, 33
Burying, Minimate Plus or Standard Transducer, 36
C
Ceiling Installation, 42
Cleaning the Minimate, 51
Compliance Reports, A5
Compound Waveforms, 48
Condensed Instructions, vi
Continuous Record Mode, 39
Conventions Used throughout this Manual, vi
Customer Support, See the title page, 2
D
Daily Timer mode, 312
Data storage times, 38
Date
setting, 311
Delete All Events, 316
Displays, setting a language for, 314
Downloading setups from a BlastMate, 317
F
False Events
manual record mode, 39
Features and Benefits, 11
Fixed Record Time, 310
Frequency Calculations, 45
G
Geo Trigger Level, 310
Geophone
geo trigger level, 310
trigger level, 310
trigger source, 39
Geophone and Microphone as trigger source, 39
Geophone Operation, 43
Graphical Acceleration and Displacement Calculations,
46
Graphical Sensor Validation, 45
Graphical Vector Sum, 49
Ground Spikes, 32, 36
Ground Vibrations
as trigger source, 39
types, 31, 34
H
Handling Precautions, v
Hard Surface Installation, 34, 37
I 1
Index
I
Identification Numbers, iii
Imperial, 313
Installation, 32, 34
bolting, 37
burying, 33, 36
ceiling, 42
ground spikes, 32, 36
hard surface installation, 34, 37
sandbagging, 34, 37
soft surface installation, 32
wall, 41
Irregular Waveforms, 48
J
Job Number, 311
K
Keyboard, 13
description of, 38
L
Language, 314
Linear L
specifications, A4
List Events. See view events
Longitudinal Axis, 31, 34
M
Maintenance, 51
Manual Record Mode, 39
Measurement System, 313
Memory
checking amount available, v
checking amount installed, 317
delete events, 316
Metric, 313
MIC Channel, 313
Microphone
enabling and disabling, 313
installation, 37
microphone units, 314
part numbers, A3
serial number, iii
testing, 37
trigger level, 310
trigger source, 39
windscreen, A3
Microphone Units, 314
I-2
Minimate
bolting, 34
burying, 33
fastening plate, 12
installation, 32, 34
sandbagging, 34
Minimate Plus
burying, 36
sandbagging, 37
O
Once only Timer mode, 312
P
Part Numbers, A3
Particle Velocity, Acceleration and Displacement
Theory of operation, 44
Parts and Accessories, A3
Print
event list, 316
on a BlastMate, 315
on an optional printer, 316
Print All on BM2, 315
Print All to Serial, 316
Print Event on BM2, 315
Print Event to Serial, 316
Print List to Serial, 316
Printer
connecting, A7
settings, A9
R
Record Mode, 39
continuous record mode, 39
manual record mode, 39
single shot record mode, 39
Record Time, 310
Reference, 41
Registration Card, v
Right Arrow Key + Setup Key, 312
S
Sandbagging, 34, 37
Sensorcheck
running, 316
setting, 313
Theory of operation, 44
Setting Up the Unit, 31
Setup Key, 39
Setups
Minimate Operator Manual
Index
T
Technical Data, Standard Transducer, 43
Test Key, 316
Text and Notes, 311
Time
setting, 311
Timer Mode, 312
Transducer
bolting, 37
burying, 36
hard surface installation, 37
installation, 35
installing using the ground spikes, 36
sandbagging, 37
soft surface installation, 36
theory of operation, 43
U
Up Arrow Key, 314
Upload All to BM2, 315
Upload Event to BM2, 315
V
Vertical Axis, 31, 34
View Events, 314
W
Wall Installation, 41
Warranty. See the title page
I 3
Index
Notes:
I-4