MicroTrap™ Operations Manual - Edition 4.4
10
This Chapter describes all of the hardware components provided with the MicroTrap™
VOD/Data Recorder.
3.1 Hardware Components
The hardware components of the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder System include the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder, a Carrying Case,
a Battery Charger, a USB Communications Cable and two (2) BNC Adapters. If the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder Scope Upgrade has
been installed, there are four (4) additional BNC Adapters provided. Also included with the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder System
is this Operations Manual and the DAS™ Data Acquisition Suite Manual. A brief description of each of the hardware components
is in the following sections.
3.1.1 MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder
The MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder contains electronic circuitry and an internal rechargeable battery
within a protective plastic case measuring approximately 21 x 17 x 9 cm
(8.3 x 6.7 x 3.5 in) and weighing 2 kg (4.4 lbs). The protective case prevents damage from water,
sand, snow, dust and similar harsh weather conditions. As well, the case offers resistance to high
temperatures, shocks and vibrations. The MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorders front panel is shown on
the following page.
Complete instructions for the field operation of the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder
hardware are provided in Chapter 4. The main features of the control panel are
outlined below:
MAIN CONTROL PANEL
Power:
The ON/OFF switch is used to provide power to the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder.
Status Light:
The STATUS indicator light has three working modes:
In Active mode, the light is illuminated, indicating that the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder is ready for the User to press the START
button. When the START button is pressed it enters Monitoring mode, which starts recording in the circular memory. When the trigger
criteria has been met, the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder will record the final loop of data, including the pre-set pre-trigger amount
dictated by the User when programming the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder.
In Stand-by mode, the light flashes slowly, indicating that the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder has finished collecting and storing data.
In Stand-by mode, the MicroTrap™ VOD/Data Recorder is waiting for the User to either switch power OFF; press the NEXT TEST button (to
go to Active mode); or download the data to a computer. If the data will be downloaded the same day, the best practice is to leave the
unit powered on.
Overview
CAUTION
The Power switch must remain in its position for more than 5 seconds before it is changed back. Do not turn it on and
off quickly to check the battery status. It must fully start. If this is not followed, an unrecoverable error can occur and
the unit may be required to be sent in for service.
To Next Page
Loading...
