Argus PiCUS Tree Motion Sensor Online User manual

PiCUS Tree Motion Sensor Online

Hardware Manual

This manual has been created for the PTMSO device system with the following component

versions:

Hardware version: 1.0.0003

Firmware version: 1.0.0000

App version: 1.0

Manual version: 19 January 2020

argus electronic gmbh

Erich-Schlesinger-Straße 49d

18059 Rostock

Germany

Phone: +49 (0) 381 - 496814 - 40

www.argus-electronic.de

email: [email protected]

PiCUS TMSO Manual

1 Table of contents

1Table of contents............................................................................................................ 2

2Abbreviations and agreements....................................................................................... 5

3General Information........................................................................................................ 7

3.1 Intended use................................................................................................................ 7

3.2 Disclaimer............................................................................................................... 7

3.3 Packing List............................................................................................................. 8

3.4 Description of the system components.................................................................... 8

3.4.1 Transport case (TMSO.Case) .......................................................................... 8

3.4.2 Central Unit (TMSO.CU) .................................................................................. 9

3.4.3 Tilt Sensors (TMSO.IM)...................................................................................11

3.4.4 Battery Charger...............................................................................................12

3.4.5 Wireless Charging Trays (TMS.Single charger)...............................................12

3.4.6 Micro USB Cable.............................................................................................12

3.4.7 Mounting Screws.............................................................................................13

3.4.8 Solar Cell ........................................................................................................13

3.4.9 Magnetic tool (TMS.magnetic pen)..................................................................13

3.5 Basic System Structure and Function.....................................................................14

3.6 Measuring Modes of the System / Typical Applications..........................................17

3.6.1 Wind Response Measurement (WRM)............................................................17

3.6.2 Wind Response Measurement with Time Slices (WRMS) ...............................19

3.6.3 Construction Site Monitoring (CSM)................................................................19

4Preparation for First Use ...............................................................................................20

4.1 Set Up Cloud Access .............................................................................................20

4.1.1 Create Dropbox...............................................................................................20

4.1.2..............................................................................................................................20

4.1.3 Account...........................................................................................................20

4.1.4 Install Dropbox on the PC................................................................................20

4.2 Set Up PC Software...............................................................................................21

4.2.1 Install TMS.Software on the PC ......................................................................21

4.2.2 Configure Directories.......................................................................................21

4.2.3 Configure Authentication Code........................................................................21

4.3 Configuring the Telephone App..............................................................................22

4.3.1 Install TMSO.App on the Mobile Phone...........................................................22

4.3.2 Configure Authentication Code........................................................................22

4.3.3 Coupling TMSO.App with the TMSO.CU.........................................................23

4.4 Setting Up the TMSO.CU.......................................................................................24

4.4.1 Insert SIM Card (optional) ...............................................................................24

4.4.2 Configure SIM PIN (optional)...........................................................................24

4.4.3 Dropbox Access Configuration........................................................................26

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5Examples of Project Implementation .............................................................................29

5.1 Generally Valid Steps.............................................................................................29

5.2 Wind reaction measurement (WRM / WRMS) ........................................................29

5.3 Construction Site Monitoring (CSM).......................................................................30

6Project Preparation........................................................................................................31

6.1 Site Visit, Visual Inspection of the Trees to be Monitored.......................................31

6.2 Selection of the Suitable Measuring Mode .............................................................31

6.3 Recording of the Ambient Conditions.....................................................................31

6.4 Planning of the System Structure...........................................................................32

6.5 Planning of the Definite Positions of the System Components ...............................37

6.5.1 Optimization of Energy Supply ........................................................................37

6.5.2 Optimization of the Radio Connection .............................................................38

6.5.3 Positioning Base Sensor.................................................................................38

6.5.4 Positioning Control Sensor..............................................................................39

6.5.5 Examples........................................................................................................39

6.6 Charging the Devices.............................................................................................40

6.6.1 TMSO.CU .......................................................................................................40

6.6.2 TMSO.IM.........................................................................................................40

7Equipment Installation and Commissioning...................................................................41

7.1 Attaching the TMSO.IM..........................................................................................41

7.2 Collection and Input of Project Data Into the TMSO. App.......................................42

7.3 Attachment of the TMSO.CU..................................................................................46

7.4 Attaching the Solar Cell..........................................................................................47

7.5 Switching on the Devices .......................................................................................48

7.6 Preparation for System Activation ..........................................................................49

7.6.1 Establish connection to the TMSO.CU............................................................49

7.6.2 (optional) WLAN Configuration........................................................................50

7.6.3 Configuration of the System............................................................................51

7.6.4 (optional) Setting a Measuring Plan.................................................................52

7.6.5 Transfer of Project Data and Configuration .....................................................53

7.6.6 System Test....................................................................................................53

7.7 System Activation...................................................................................................55

8System Control and Behavior........................................................................................56

8.1 Control Panel .........................................................................................................56

8.1.1 General...........................................................................................................56

8.1.2 Wind Reaction Measurement (WRM / WRMS)................................................56

8.1.3 Construction Site Monitoring (CSM)................................................................56

8.2 System Behavior....................................................................................................57

8.2.1 General...........................................................................................................57

8.2.2 Wind reaction measurement (WRM / WRMS) .................................................60

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8.2.3 Construction Site Monitoring (CSM)................................................................60

9Maintenance of the Active System ................................................................................61

9.1 Checking the System Status ..................................................................................61

9.1.1 Recommended Interval...................................................................................61

9.1.2 Data to be Checked.........................................................................................61

9.1.3 In the PC Software..........................................................................................62

9.1.4 In the Log File .................................................................................................62

9.2 Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................64

9.2.1 Cleaning..........................................................................................................64

9.2.2 Charging the TMSO.CU on Site ......................................................................64

9.2.3 Exchange of the TMSO. CU............................................................................65

9.2.4 Exchange of a TMSO.IM.................................................................................66

9.2.5 Changing the Position of a Device...................................................................66

10 Deactivation and Dismantling.....................................................................................67

10.1 Waking up the Devices...........................................................................................67

10.2 Deactivation of the System.....................................................................................67

10.3 Switching Off the Devices.......................................................................................68

10.4 Dismantling the Equipment.....................................................................................68

11 Application Notes / Troubleshooting...........................................................................69

11.1 Cleaning the Equipment.........................................................................................69

11.2 Locked SIM Pin or SIM Card..................................................................................69

11.3 Hardware Error.......................................................................................................70

12 Expert Settings ..........................................................................................................71

12.1 Change Authentication Code..................................................................................71

12.2 Sensor Type Research...........................................................................................71

12.3 Expert Settings in TMSO.CU..................................................................................72

12.3.1 Wind Reaction Measurement (WRM / WRMS)................................................72

12.3.2 Construction Site Monitoring (CSM)................................................................73

13 Technical Information.................................................................................................74

13.1 TMSO.CU ..............................................................................................................74

13.2 TMSO.IM................................................................................................................75

13.3 Solar Cell ...............................................................................................................75

13.4 Battery Charger......................................................................................................76

13.5 TMS.Single Charger...............................................................................................76

13.6 TMSO.Case ...........................................................................................................76

13.7 Mobile Phone Requirements..................................................................................76

13.8 Requirements PC...................................................................................................76

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2 Abbreviations and agreements

PTMSO PiCUS Tree Motion Sensor Online

the entire system

TMSO. App TMSO control software for mobile phones

TMS.Software Software for Windows PC for transferring and evaluating data acquired

with PiCUS TMS 3 or TMSO

TMSO.IM TMSO Inclination Sensor

TMSO.CU TMSO Central Unit

TMSO.Case TMSO Transport case

TMS.Single charger Wireless charging cradle (contactless energy transfer) for PiCUS TMS 3

or TMSO sensors

TMS.Magnetic pen Magnetic tool for switching on all PiCUS TMS 3 or TMSO components

BLE Bluetooth Low Energy

WLAN Wireless Local Area Network

LTE Mobile data network, used in this document as a collective term for the

mobile Internet connection over 3G, 3.9G or 4G, depending on

availability

Dropbox The cloud used by the PTMSO as Internet data storage

TMSO Radio The specialised radio link for data exchange between the TMSO.IM and

the TMSO.CU

WRM Wind reaction measurement

Measuring mode of the PTMSO for measuring the tree inclination during

wind events

WRMS Wind reaction measurement with time slices

Measuring mode of the PTMSO, similar to WRM, but with temporally

even distribution of the acquisition of inclination maxima

CSM Construction Site Monitoring

Measuring mode of the PTMSO for monitoring thevibrations and ground

movements to which a tree in the immediate vicinity of a construction

site is exposed

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Text fields displayed in an app on the mobile phone, in software on the PC, or labels on the

outside of a device are shown in this manual in gray color and bold italic letters EXAMPLE.

Data entry fields in an app on the mobile phone or in software on the PC are shown in this

manual in green and bold italic letters EXAMPLE.

Data display elements in an app on the mobile phone or in a software on the PC are shown in

this manual in blue color and bold italic letters EXAMPLE.

Cross-references to other chapters of this manual or references to external sources are written

in italics and underlined.

Potential sources of error are indicated with CAUTION, notes with the keyword NOTE,

followed by a short explanation in italics.

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3 General Information

This chapter deals with general information and provides a rough overview of the components,

structure and functions of the PTMSO.

3.1 Intended use

PiCUS tree measurement technology offers tree experts a comprehensive set of diagnostic

tools for the detection and evaluation of defects on trees. To assess the stability of a tree, the

PiCUS TreeQinetic pulling test and the PTMS 3 / PTMSO are suitable methods for measuring

the root plate inclination in in-depth tree inspections.

The PTMSO is designed to measure and monitor 2 different types of events on trees:

short term inclination movements/vibrations of trees (mainly inclination due to wind

events), which typically have a duration of a few seconds

vibrations transmitted through the ground into the tree or directly mechanically

introduced into the tree

The system is theoretically able to measure such events on other objects besides trees.

However, the hardware, the internal data filtering, as well as the analysis and evaluation of the

data in the supplied PC software is specifically designed for the application on trees. The

results can therefore not be transferred to other objects without restrictions!

Please also note 3.2 Disclaimer!

Due to the measuring technique, the system is not suitable for reliable measurement of long-

term changes in inclination.

When using the system, the permissible ambient conditions described under 13 Technical

Information must be observed. Otherwise a faultless function of the system cannot be

guaranteed.

3.2 Disclaimer

Using the PTMSO on other objects than trees may damage the PTMSO, its components or

the object. The measurement results of the PTMSO require interpretation by qualified experts.

Conclusions about the condition of the tree, derived from the measurement data and analyses

generated by the PTMSO, are the sole responsibility of the person drawing the conclusion.

Neither the manufacturer of the PTMSO nor the seller can be held liable for consequences

arising from the application of the PTMSO.

If the measurements of the PTMSO show large inclinations which suggest that the tree

is felled, other test methods (e.g. PiCUS TreeQinetic pulling test) must be used in any

case to confirm the measurement result.

All technical specifications are subject to change without notice.

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3.3 Packing List

No.

Designation

Quantity

Transport case

Central Unit (TMSO.CU)

Inclination Sensors (TMSO.IM) (number in starter kit)

Battery charger

Power cord

Wireless charging cups (TMS.Single charger)

USB cable for TMS.single charger

USB fast charging cable for TMSO.CU

Screw box

Mounting screws

Lashing straps

Mounting plate for solar cell with 3 carriage bolts and wing nuts

Solar cell with cable and bracket

Magnetic tool (TMS.magnetic pen)

Table 1 - Packing List PTMSO Transport Case

3.4 Description of the system components

3.4.1 Transport case (TMSO.Case)

The PTMSO is supplied in a practical instrument case.

It is light, very stable and waterproof.

For e.g. air travel, it is equipped with a pressure equalization valve and 2 metal eyelets,

whereby it can be secured with locks against unauthorized opening.

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3.4.2 Central Unit (TMSO.CU)

This is the central radio station and data collection unit of the PTMSO.

The primary functions are:

Establish radio communication with all TMSO.IM registered in the system via TMSO

Radio

Control of the sensors according to the measurement configuration

Collection and filtering of all measurement data from the sensors

Connect to the Internet (via WLAN or LTE) and transfer the measured data to the

Dropbox

Provision of the configuration and control interface to the user's mobile phone via BLE

Secondary functions:

Create a local data backup in case no connection to the Internet or the Dropbox can

be established

Execution of firmware updates (of the TMSO.CU itself or the TMSO.IM)

The TMSO.CU has the same sensor technology as the TMSO.IM, so it can also be

used as a control sensor if required (however, due to the mounting, larger wind-

exposed area and the external cable to the solar cell, the noise of the measured values

can be greater than with the TMSO.IM).

For power supply the TMSO.CU has a very large internal battery which can be charged via the

USB interface.

In addition, the solar cell supplied can be connected to the central unit. Under good conditions,

this provides enough energy to recharge the battery even during use.

The housing is stable and waterproof.

In order to keep it as inconspicuous as possible despite its size and to prevent external

influences, all display and operating elements are hidden behind a cover, which can only be

opened with a tool (enclosed TMS.Magnetic pens).

Figure 1 - TMSO.CU with the housing cover open, view of the front panel

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No.

Designation

Function

Magnetic switch

Switching on the device

Switch on BLE while the system is active

Reset of the device

USB interface

Data connection with a PC and the TMSO.software

Charging the battery

SIM card holder

SIM card for establishing the LTE connection

CHARGE

Charging LED *

Shows the status of the charging process via USB

Fast flashing: charging with high charge current

Slow flashing: charging with low charge current

Permanently lit: charging completed

MEAS

Measuring LED *

Permanently lit: the TMSO.CU is currently busy processing a task

Flashing every 2 seconds: the PTMSO is currently taking active

measurements

WWAN

LTE LED *

Indication of LTE module activity when connected to the Internet

CON

BLE and WLAN

LED *

Indication of the readiness and activity of BLE for connection to

the user's mobile phone

Indication of WLAN activity when connected to the Internet

TMSO Radio

transmit LED *

Indication of the message transmission to the TMSO.IM

TMSO Radio

Receive LED *

Indication of data reception from the TMSO.IM

Solar cell

connection

Socket to connect the solar cell cable

Position of the LTE

antenna

Mobile connection to the Internet through the LTE module

Position of the BLE

and WLAN antenna

Connection to a local wireless network with Internet access and to the

user's mobile phone

Position of the

TMSO Radio -

antenna jack

Socket for the radio antenna, connection of the TMSO.CU to the

TMSO.IM

Mounting plate

(back of the

housing)

Plate for fastening the device with screws or a lashing strap

Table 2 - TMSO.CU Operation and Display Elements

* If all LEDs are off, the device is either completely switched off or in sleep mode to save

energy.

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