ILTech - IDS OPERA DUO + Ouverture 1.4 User Manual

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OPERA DUO
OPERA DUO
System – User
Manual
Pisa, May, 2016
N° tot. pag. = 93
IDS Ingegneria Dei Sistemi S.p.A. N doc: MN/2014/024 - Rev. 1.6
OPERA DUO System – User Manual
KEYWORDS GEORADAR, RADAR SYSTEM, ANTENNA, RADAR MAP,

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
SUMMARY This manual contains a complete description of the Opera Duo

radar system, detailing the assembly procedure, the correct use of
the data acquisition software, the field work procedure and the
general operating procedures of the system.
Document Evolution
Revision Date Reason of change
Rev. 1.0 April 2014 First Edition
Rev. 1.1 May 2014 Document revision.
Added new paragraphs Software installation (5.1) and
Download area (10.1), changes in paragraphs 3.1.6, 3.2, 4.1,
4.2, 5.3, 5.5, 5.6.
Rev. 1.2 October 2014 Document revision.
Changes in paragraphs 3.5, 4.4, 5.3.3, 5.3.4, 5.6.2.1 and in
chapter 6
Rev. 1.3 December 2014 Document revision.
Addition in paragraph 5.1 and 5.2.
Rev. 1.4 October 2015 Document revision.
Disclaimer, Warranty Conditions, updated for Ouverture 01.02
(see RNC 201505063)
Rev. 1.5 April 2016 Document revision. Updated for Ouverture 01.03
Addition in paragraph 5.3.1
Addition in paragraph 5.5.2
Rev. 1.6 May 2016 Document revision. Updated for Ouverture 1.4.0
Update paragraph 1.5.2
Addition in paragraphs 5.3.1 and 5.5.2
Updated Fig. 5.3 to Fig. 5.9,
Updated Fig. 5.34
Added Fig. 5.37
Added Chapter 5.6.1.2 and 11
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All information contained in this document is property of IDS. All rights reserved.
Document Change Record (Log)

RNC Reference Modification Description
201505063 Para 5.3.1 Internet connection is no longer required
SW Versions covered by this document

Ouverture 01.04
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DISCLAIMER
1. Generals.
i. The present Disclaimer applies to all products (the “Products”) designed, produced and
distributed by Ingegneria Dei Sistemi SpA - Georadar Division (“IDS”), its Subsidiaries,
Affiliated and authorized Distributors. IDS reserves full ownership and intellectual property
rights of any “Information” contained in this Disclaimer including Trade Marks and Graphics.
No part of this Disclaimer may be used or reproduced in any forms without the prior written
agreement of IDS.
ii. In the event that any provision of this Disclaimer may be invalid, unlawful or incapable of being
enforced by a rule of law, all other provisions shall, nonetheless, remain in full force and effect.
Failure to either enforce or exercise any right, privilege, or legal remedy at any time, any
provision contained in this Disclaimer, shall not be deemed a waiver of such provisions or right,
remedy, or privilege.
iii. This Disclaimer shall be interpreted, governed, construed and enforced in accordance with the
laws of Italy. Buyer hereby consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of Pisa
2. Initial Precautions for Setting-up and Use of the Products.

i. The Buyer, for setting-up and using the purchased Products, shall consult the official
documentation provided by IDS for the Products (“Reference Documentation”) and carefully
ascertain the compliance with national laws and requirements, which may limit or even forbid
their use.
ii. For Products which shall operate by circulation in Public Areas/Roads, with or without moving
traffic, Buyer/User shall verify the approval of local authority and/or site’s owner according to
their specific procedures. IDS 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.
iii. For IBIS Products Family, Buyer/User warrants:
 that these Products are not being used, in the design, development, production or use of
chemical, biological, nuclear ballistic weapons. Buyer/ User will defend, indemnify and
hold IDS harmless against any liability (including attorney’s fees) for non-compliance
with the terms of this article.
 that no operation or use of the IBIS products shall be started before its designated
Operator/s has got the IBIS User Certificate, as defined by IDS specific procedure which
the Buyer confirms to know and accept.
iv. For Products which include specific “Operational” software with automatic data processing and
analysis “Tools”, i.e. the IBIS Products, User shall be aware that the results provided by these
“Tools” may be not error free. User that completely relies on the outcomes provided by these
Tools only, does it at his own risk.
v. In no event IDS shall be liable for special, direct, indirect, incidental, exemplary, punitive or
consequential damages including, but not limited to, loss of profits or revenue, caused by the use
of the Products, either separately or in combination with other products or relied upon the results
provided by the above “Tools”.
3. Disclaimer for the “Use” of the Products.

i. The User shall follow the instructions provided by IDS in its official “Reference Documentation”
for the Product, in particular the User’s Technical Manual which contains all the specific steps
and recommendations for a correct setting-up and use of the Product.
ii. In no event IDS shall be liable for special, direct, indirect, incidental, exemplary, punitive or
consequential damages including, but not limited to, loss of profits or revenue, caused by the
missed or incomplete observance of the instructions and prescriptions for the use of the Products,
either separately or in combination with other products, in particular for the following main
aspects:
a. Use of IDS Products outside its limitation of use, without proper and adequate
scientific/technical knowledge or without specific training.
b. Use of results/outcomes of the measurements performed by the Product aimed to safety
aspects without using adequate control procedures and assessment by skilled personnel.
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c. Opening of the Equipment (for HW Products) without express written authorization of

IDS.
d. Unauthorized changes and additions to the Products.
e. Use of the Products connected to suspected non-working equipment or with equipment
(mainly PC) having characteristics non in compliance with the required specifications of
IDS on not expressly authorized by IDS.
f. Poor or faulty operation of the electrical and telecommunication networks not directly
managed by IDS or its delegates.
g. Poor or faulty operation Software/Hardware of the third parties connected with IDS
Equipment.
h. Poor or faulty operation of the Products due to Software Virus which infected the
Products after their delivery.
i. Use of the Products which have encountered suspected manumissions, accidents,
electrostatic shocks, flashes, fire, earthquake, flooding or other natural disasters or
unexpected events.
j. Use or storage of the Products outside the limits of the “Operational Temperature Range”
specified by IDS.
4. Disclaimer for the “IBIS Family” Products.
i. 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.
ii. Nevertheless, IDS has the obligation to remind the Users that the performance of IBIS might be
influenced by two main factors which may distort its outcomes, thus giving rise to false or
missing alarms:
a. the parameters introduced by the operator/s.
b. the particular environmental conditions: (even though the radar technology employed by
IBIS, is deemed among the most reliable for the monitoring of “instable slopes).
iii. Therefore, when IBIS Products are used in “Critical Monitoring for safety purposes” applications,
like real time monitoring of unstable slopes including Opencast Mining, User must be aware that
the “the assessment of the stability conditions of the observed targets” must be tasked to skilled
and certified operator/s able to understand data supplied by either IBIS or other equipment
employed to such purpose; only operators officially trained and regularly updated by IDS (holding
an “IBIS User Certificate” thereof) are allowed to use IBIS products.
iv. IDS 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 not holding an “IBIS
User Certificate” issued by IDS. Any Buyer or User that completely relies on information
obtained from the automated data processing/analysis tools only does so at his own risk and
possible damages caused to IBIS products during operations performed by not-certified operators
are not covered by the applicable Warranty Terms in force.
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Warranty Conditions
A. Standard Warranty Conditions
1. IDS Ingegneria dei Sistemi S.p.A, (hereinafter referred to as IDS or Seller), warrants that its products shall be free from defects in
material and workmanship, for a period of 12 months from the delivery date duly registered and certified (“Effective Date”) in
the “Warranty Registration Form” enclosed hereto. IDS shall repair or replace Products or parts thereof found faulty (the “Faulty
Parts”) which are returned to IDS, and which, at IDS’s judgment, were defective or became defective during its normal use.
Seller’s obligations shall not apply to Faulty Parts that:
(a) Buyer do not properly store, install, use, or maintain;
(b) Buyer modify, or perform tests which are not approved in writing by the Seller;
(c) Buyer have subjected to any kind of misuse, detrimental exposure beyond its intended purpose or damaged in an
accident or by natural disaster or calamities.
(d) Are repaired by other than IDS personnel; in which have been installed HW/SW accessories not supplied by IDS; are
integrated or connected to equipment different from the ones supplied by IDS (except the PC data Logger conform to
IDS specifications);
(e) Whose operational software was not installed as per IDS instruction (see IDS User’s Guide for the Data Acquisition
Software);
2. Seller’s Products may include specific “Operational” software with automatic data processing and analysis tools (SW) supplied
under a License agreement (EULA). While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information/results provided by
these tools, they must not be intended as a substitute for people analysis; rather, they have to be intended as an advisor and the
user must not completely rely on the results provided by them. Under no circumstances does IDS warrant that the SW will
operate uninterrupted or error free The SW is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. IDS warrants for a period of sixty
(60) days from the Effective date that, under normal use, the SW support media will be free of defects in material and
workmanship; in such case the provisions of above point a) apply
3. Any different 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 in anyway.
4. 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 Products purchase, being, expressively understood that any kind
of limitation and/or discharge of responsibility provided by the present warranty is referred to both (I) the responsibility as
against any third parties, pursuant to the legislation regarding the producer responsibility and (II) the warranty provided by the
law in force.
B. Warranty Procedure
1. To proceed in the application of warranty terms, Buyer shall have to contact IDS Customer Care Office to get the clearance to
return the Faulty Parts.
2. The Faulty Parts once received by IDS will be inspected to verify they are eligible for repair or replacement..
3. Buyer is responsible for ensuring that the Faulty Parts be returned to IDS with a suitable packing (it is recommended that the
original packing be saved for a better understand of the failure cause); IDS will not be obliged to repair or replace Faulty Parts
damaged from abuse, misuse, negligence, accident loss or damage in transit.
4. The Shipping costs for Products returned during the warranty period, are as follows:
(f) From Buyer Site to Seller site  shipping costs, as per Incoterms CIP, are borne by Buyer
(g) From Seller Site to Buyer site  shipping cost, as per Incoterms CIP, are borne by Seller
5. The warranty period on the repaired or replaced Faulty Parts is 6 (six) months or the unexpired portion of warranty on such
Faulty Parts whichever date comes later.
C. Special Warranty Conditions for IBIS Products
Without prejudice to the Warranty terms defined in the above Clauses A and B, the following special conditions apply to the IBIS
products.
1. IDS offers to the Buyer, optionally, special Support and Maintenance Plans to be performed along the life of the equipment.
These plans set forth special Warranty conditions which are detailed in the relevant options purchased.
2. IBIS Product Family is subject to export/import regulations as per EU export control regime Council Regulation (EC) No.
428/2009 and successive amendments. The category of exportation for IBIS F product family is 6A008.d. Buyer warrants that the
IBIS Products to be purchased: a) shall not be re-exported, directly or indirectly, outside Buyer’s country in violation of any law
or regulation or to embargoed or otherwise restricted countries, b) shall not be used, in the design, development, production or
use of chemical, biological, nuclear ballistic weapons. It is Buyer’s responsibility to know the law pertaining to export/import
procedures in the country of destination of the Products. Buyer will defend, indemnify and hold Seller harmless against any
liability (including attorney’s fees) arising out of Buyer’s failure to comply with the terms of this article. Should the Authorities
issue an export restriction which leads to the cancellation of a purchase order already accepted by IDS, IDS only liability shall be
to return to Buyer any account paid without interests. Buyer shall comply with the laws and procedures in force in the country of
destination of the Products.
3. IBIS can be used in Critical Monitoring for safety purposes applications, like real time monitoring of unstable slopes including
Opencast Mining. Buyer shall be aware and agree that the assessment of the stability conditions of the observed target must be
tasked to skilled and certified operator/s able to understand data supplied by either IBIS or others. The performance of IBIS can
be, in fact, influenced 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.
4. IDS assumes no liability for any direct, indirect special, incidental or consequential damages or injuries caused by such reliance
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or for the use of IBIS Products by operator who have not achieved a training course certified by IDS. Any person or entity that
completely relies on information obtained from the automated data processing/analysis tools only or by operators who have not
achieved a training course certified by IDS, does so at his own risk
D. Limited Liability
Without prejudice to the exclusion of liability stated at the above Clause C.
1. Seller’s sole obligation and liability under this Agreement shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the Product, or the
refund of the purchase price at the Seller’s sole option. This Article sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies for claims based
upon defects or nonconformity of the Products, whether the claim is on contract, warranty, tort (including negligence), strict
liability, or otherwise.
The cumulative liability of Seller, including its subcontractors or suppliers, for any and all claims, including but not limited to
claims based on Seller’s negligence of any degree, strict liability, breach of contract, warranty, reliance on the accuracy,
reliability, or timeliness of the information provided by the SW, patents or otherwise, shall not exceed the sums cashed by IDS
for the purchased Products, which give rise to the claim, and any such liability shall terminate upon the expiration of the warranty
period.
Contacts
IDS Ingegneria dei Sistemi S.p.A. – GeoRadar Division

Via Enrica Calabresi, 24 – Loc. Montacchiello
56121 PISA - ITALY
Tel: +39.050.312411
Fax: +39.050.3124205
inforis@idscorporation.com
Customer Care department:

customercare.gpr@idscorporation.com
Tel.: +39.050.3124356
Sales & Marketing department:

sales.gpr@idscorporation.com
Tel.: +39.050.3124352
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RECYCLING
The crossed out wheeled bin symbol shown on the equipment indicates that
the product must be recycled separately from other waste at the end of its
useful life.
Separate waste disposal of this product at the end of its useful life will be
organised and managed by IDS. When you decide to dispose of the
equipment, contact IDS and follow the system that IDS has set up to permit
the separate collection of the apparatus at its life end.
Adequate separate collection 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.
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CONTENTS
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 14
1.1 Purpose .......................................................................................................................... 14
1.2 Application Field ........................................................................................................... 14
1.3 Trademarks .................................................................................................................... 14
1.4 Reference ....................................................................................................................... 14
1.4.1 Regulations ....................................................................................................................... 14
1.5 Acronyms and Definitions.............................................................................................. 17
1.5.1 Acronyms .......................................................................................................................... 17
1.5.2 Definitions ........................................................................................................................ 17
2. Overview................................................................................................................................. 18
2.1 Contents ......................................................................................................................... 18
2.2 Intended readership ....................................................................................................... 18
3. Opera Duo hardware description ........................................................................................ 19
3.1 Opera Duo main body ................................................................................................... 22
3.1.1 Antenna ............................................................................................................................. 22
3.1.2 Control unit ....................................................................................................................... 23
3.1.3 Encoders............................................................................................................................ 23
3.1.4 Handle ............................................................................................................................... 24
3.1.5 Wheels .............................................................................................................................. 25
3.1.6 Laptop support .................................................................................................................. 25
3.2 Laptop ............................................................................................................................ 26
3.3 Battery ........................................................................................................................... 27
3.4 Battery charger .............................................................................................................. 28
3.5 Spray support ................................................................................................................. 29
3.6 GPS support ................................................................................................................... 30
4. Assembly procedure .............................................................................................................. 31
4.1 Unfold the radar main body .......................................................................................... 31
4.2 Connect the laptop ......................................................................................................... 34
4.3 Insert the battery ............................................................................................................ 35
4.4 Mount the Spray support ............................................................................................... 36
4.5 Mount the GPS support ................................................................................................. 41
4.6 Encoder calibration ....................................................................................................... 42
5. Ouverture software guide ..................................................................................................... 43
5.1 Software installation ...................................................................................................... 43
5.2 Main Menu ..................................................................................................................... 47
5.3 New Project ................................................................................................................... 48
5.3.1 Map layer list .................................................................................................................... 50
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5.3.2 Area map and radargram ................................................................................................... 51

5.3.2.1 Area map ................................................................................................................ 51
5.3.2.2 700 and 250 radargrams ......................................................................................... 52
5.3.3 Acquisition commands ...................................................................................................... 53
5.3.4 Target commands .............................................................................................................. 53
5.3.4.1 Place/Modify Target Window ................................................................................ 54
5.3.5 Acquisition menu .............................................................................................................. 56
5.3.5.1 Create Report ......................................................................................................... 57
5.3.6 System status ..................................................................................................................... 59
5.3.7 Map visualization menu .................................................................................................... 59
5.4 New Assisted Project ..................................................................................................... 60
5.4.1 Assisted Project Setup ....................................................................................................... 60
5.4.1.1 Area map ................................................................................................................ 61
5.4.1.2 Reference Line Commands .................................................................................... 62
5.4.1.3 Grid Settings .......................................................................................................... 63
5.4.2 Assisted Project Acquisition window ............................................................................... 63
5.4.2.1 Starting Point Editor ............................................................................................... 64
5.5 Open Project .................................................................................................................. 65
5.5.1 Target Commands ............................................................................................................. 65
5.5.2 Review Acquisition menu ................................................................................................. 66
5.6 Settings........................................................................................................................... 67
5.6.1 Survey Settings ................................................................................................................. 67
5.6.1.1 Positioning Settings ................................................................................................ 68
5.6.1.2 Zeno Connect ......................................................................................................... 69
 Start Zeno Connect and select GG03 GPS unit (Fig. 5.37). ................................................. 69
5.6.2 Hardware Settings ............................................................................................................. 69
5.6.2.1 Wheel calibration ................................................................................................... 70
5.6.3 Graphics Settings .............................................................................................................. 73
5.6.4 International settings ......................................................................................................... 73
6. IDS geomap guide.................................................................................................................. 74
6.1 The command Export to IdsGeomap ............................................................................. 74
6.2 Ids_gcad_xyz application .............................................................................................. 75
6.2.1 GPR and GPS data export ................................................................................................. 75
7. Preliminary jobsite investigation ......................................................................................... 82
7.1 Jobsite features .............................................................................................................. 82
7.2 Technical maps .............................................................................................................. 82
7.3 Opening manholes ......................................................................................................... 83
8. Field working procedure....................................................................................................... 84
8.1 Job setup ........................................................................................................................ 84
8.2 On site target mark-out.................................................................................................. 84
8.3 Utilities mapping without GPS ...................................................................................... 85
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8.4 Utilities mapping with GPS ........................................................................................... 86

9. GPS requirements ................................................................................................................. 87
10. IDS On-line assistance......................................................................................................... 88
10.1 Download area ............................................................................................................ 88
10.2 Remote assistance using Webex Support Center ......................................................... 89
10.2.1 How to use the Webex service ........................................................................................ 89
11. Maintenance plan ................................................................................................................ 92
11.1 Cleaning Information................................................................................................... 92
11.2 Battery Removal Information ...................................................................................... 92
11.3 Periodical Check ......................................................................................................... 93
FIGURES INDEX
FIG. 3.1 – TWO WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE, OPENED ............................................................................ 19

FIG. 3.2 – TWO WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE, CLOSED ............................................................................ 20
FIG. 3.3 – FOUR WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE, OPENED .......................................................................... 20
FIG. 3.4 – FOUR WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE, CLOSED ........................................................................... 21
FIG. 3.5 – OPERA DUO ANTENNA AND WHEELS COVERS ............................................................... 22
FIG. 3.6 – DAD POWER BUTTON ............................................................................................................ 23
FIG. 3.7 – OPERA DUO HANDLE ............................................................................................................. 24
FIG. 3.8 – ETHERNET CABLE PLUG ON THE HANDLE ...................................................................... 24
FIG. 3.9 – TWO AND FOUR WHEELED VERSIONS OF THE OPERA DUO ........................................ 25
FIG. 3.10 – LAPTOP SUPPORT ................................................................................................................. 25
FIG. 3.11 – PANASONIC CF-H2 ................................................................................................................ 26
FIG. 3.12 – OPERA DUO BATTERY ......................................................................................................... 27
FIG. 3.13 – BATTERY CHARGER ............................................................................................................. 28
FIG. 3.14 – SPRAY SUPPORT .................................................................................................................... 29
FIG. 3.15 – EXAMPLE OF VERTICAL SPRAY SPOT MARKER ........................................................... 29
FIG. 3.16 – SPRAY SUPPORT STORAGE BAG ....................................................................................... 30
FIG. 3.17 – GPS SUPPORT IN THE STORAGE BAG ............................................................................... 30
FIG. 4.1 – UNFOLD THE OPERA DUO .................................................................................................... 31
FIG. 4.2 – HANDLE BAR AND LAPTOP SUPPORT HEIGHT REGULATION BUTTONS .................. 32
FIG. 4.3 – LAPTOP SUPPORT INCLINATION REGULATION .............................................................. 32
FIG. 4.4 – ANTENNA LOCKING LEVER FOR TWO WHEELED VERSION ........................................ 33
FIG. 4.5 – ANTENNA HEIGHT REGULATION ....................................................................................... 33
FIG. 4.6 – VELCRO STRIPS ON THE LAPTOP AND LAPTOP SUPPORT............................................ 34
FIG. 4.7 – ETHERNET CONNECTION...................................................................................................... 34
FIG. 4.8 – BATTERY COMPARTMENT ................................................................................................... 35
FIG. 4.9 – BATTERY CONNECTION ........................................................................................................ 35
FIG. 4.10 – SPRAY SUPPORT AND CABLE ............................................................................................ 36
FIG. 4.11 – SPRAY SUPPORT FIXING ..................................................................................................... 36
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FIG. 4.12 - LOCKING SYSTEM BEFORE ................................................................................................. 37

FIG. 4.13 - LOCKING SYSTEM AFTER ................................................................................................... 37
FIG. 4.14 – SPRAY SUPPORT AND CABLE CONNECTION ................................................................. 38
FIG. 4.15 – SPRAY CAN INSERTION ....................................................................................................... 38
FIG. 4.16 - TYPE OF BOMB PAINT THAT YOU CAN USE WITH OPERA DUO ................................ 39
FIG. 4.17 – CORRECTLY POSITIONING OF THE BLUE VALVE AND HOOK................................... 40
FIG. 4.18 – GPS SUPPORT UPPER PART INSERTION ........................................................................... 41
FIG. 4.19 – GPS SUPPORT LOWER PART FIXING ................................................................................ 41
FIG. 5.1 - OUVERTURE SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ......................................................................... 43
FIG. 5.2 – MICROSOFT VISUAL C ++ 2010............................................................................................. 43
FIG. 5.3 - INSTALL OUVERTURE SOFTWARE...................................................................................... 44
FIG. 5.4 - LICENSE AGREEMENT ............................................................................................................ 44
FIG. 5.5 – CHOOSE DESTINATION FOLDER ......................................................................................... 45
FIG. 5.6 - INSTALLING PHASE ................................................................................................................ 45
FIG. 5.7 – SOFTWARE INSTALLATION IS COMPLETED .................................................................... 46
FIG. 5.8 – MAIN MENU.............................................................................................................................. 46
FIG. 5.9 – SOFTWARE VERSION NUMBER AND CONTACT INFORMATION ................................. 47
FIG. 5.10 – RADAR CALIBRATION COMPLETION............................................................................... 48
FIG. 5.11 – CALIBRATION ERROR .......................................................................................................... 48
FIG. 5.12 – ACQUISITION MAIN WINDOW ........................................................................................... 49
FIG. 5.13 – SELECT COORDINATE REFERENCE SYSTEM ................................................................. 50
FIG. 5.14 – DOWNLOADABLE MAP LAYERS ....................................................................................... 50
FIG. 5.15 – AREA MAP .............................................................................................................................. 51
FIG. 5.16 – RADARGRAM ......................................................................................................................... 52
FIG. 5.17 – RECALIBRATION WARNING ............................................................................................... 53
FIG. 5.18 – MARKER SPRAY .................................................................................................................... 54
FIG. 5.19 – PLACE/MODIFY TARGET WINDOW .................................................................................. 55
FIG. 5.20 – TARGET TYPE ........................................................................................................................ 55
FIG. 5.21 – PROPAGATION VELOCITY, EXPECTED DEPTH AND DIELECTRIC CONSTANT
EVALUATION ................................................................................................................................... 56
FIG. 5.22 – DELETE LAST SCAN ............................................................................................................. 56
FIG. 5.23 – CREATE REPORT ................................................................................................................... 57
FIG. 5.24 – ADD FIGURE TO REPORT .................................................................................................... 58
FIG. 5.25 – STATUS DETAILS .................................................................................................................. 59
FIG. 5.26 – LOW NUMBER OF SATELLITES .......................................................................................... 59
FIG. 5.27 – ASSISTED PROJECT SETUP ................................................................................................. 60
FIG. 5.28 – REFERENCE LINE .................................................................................................................. 61
FIG. 5.29 – REFERENCE LINE POINT SETUP ........................................................................................ 62
FIG. 5.30 – GRID DIMENSION .................................................................................................................. 63
FIG. 5.31 - STARTING POINT EDITOR.................................................................................................... 64
FIG. 5.32 – REVIEW ACQUISITION WINDOW ...................................................................................... 65
FIG. 5.33 – COORDINATE REFERENCE SYSTEM ................................................................................. 66
FIG. 5.34 – SURVEY SETTINGS ............................................................................................................... 67
FIG. 5.35 – COM PORT SETTINGS ........................................................................................................... 68
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FIG. 5.36 – POSITIONING SYSTEM MENU ............................................................................................ 69

FIG. 5.37 – START ZENO CONNECT THROUGH THE TOOL INDICATED BY THE RED CIRCLE 69
FIG. 5.38 – HARDWARE SETTINGS ........................................................................................................ 70
FIG. 5.39 – CALIBRATION START .......................................................................................................... 71
FIG. 5.40 – ENCODER CALIBRATION .................................................................................................... 71
FIG. 5.41 - CALIBRATION PHASE ........................................................................................................... 72
FIG. 5.42 - CALIBRATION FINISHED...................................................................................................... 72
FIG. 5.43 – GRAPHICS SETTINGS............................................................................................................ 73
FIG. 5.44 – INTERNATIONAL SETTINGS ............................................................................................... 73
FIG. 6.1 – EXAMPLE OF A FILE IN ASCII FORMAT ............................................................................. 74
FIG. 6.2 – IDS_GCAD_XYZ TOOLBAR ................................................................................................... 75
FIG. 6.3 - DIALOG WINDOW PARAMETER SECTION PARAMETERS .............................................. 76
FIG. 6.4 - A-A SECTION ACROSS THREE HORIZONTAL TARGETS ................................................. 77
FIG. 6.5 – XY REPRESENTATIONS OF TARGETS ................................................................................ 77
FIG. 6.6 – 3D VIEW WITH RENDERING ACTIVATED .......................................................................... 78
FIG. 6.7 – 3D VIEW IN IRON WIRE MODE ............................................................................................. 79
FIG. 6.8 - LAYOUT MANAGER WINDOW .............................................................................................. 79
FIG. 6.9 - EXAMPLE OF LAYOUT ........................................................................................................... 80
FIG. 6.10 – FRAME CREATION CONFIRMATION WINDOW .............................................................. 80
FIG. 6.11 - INFORMATION COMMAND WINDOW ............................................................................... 81
FIG. 10.1 – REGISTRATION FORM .......................................................................................................... 88
FIG. 10.2 – IDS E-MAIL SENT TO THE CLIENT..................................................................................... 89
FIG. 10.3 – CLIENT DATA INSERTION FORM ....................................................................................... 90
FIG. 10.4 – WEBEX SET UP WINDOW .................................................................................................... 90
FIG. 10.5 - WELCOME TO WEBEX SUPPORT CENTER WINDOW ..................................................... 91
FIG. 10.6 – COMMAND ACCEPTANCE WINDOW ................................................................................ 91
TABLE INDEX
TAB. 5.1 - SHORTCUT TO USE DURING THE ACQUISITION............................................................. 59
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose
This manual explains how to use an Opera Duo system.
1.2 Application Field

This system is dedicated to underground utilities localization and mapping and it is used
for applications in the civil engineering field.
1.3 Trademarks
Windows 7 and Windows 8 are owned by the Microsoft Corporation.
Google is owned by Google Inc.
1.4 Reference
1.4.1 Regulations
CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN REGULATIONS
The equipment conforms to the following requirements set by EC

regulations, including subsequent modifications, and to the legislation set
by the member states that implement these regulations:
1999/05/EEC Radio Directive
Warning: this equipment is destined for use in industrial environments
(Class A apparatus). In residential, commercial and light industry
environments, this apparatus may generate radio interference: in this case,
the user may be required to operate while taking appropriate
countermeasures.
The apparatus is sensitive to the presence of external electromagnetic fields,
which may reduce its performance.
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IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE US CUSTOMERS
FCC ID: UFW-OPERADUO

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules:
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, Including interference that may cause undesired
operation
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Operation of this device is restricted to law enforcement, fire and rescue officials, scientific research
institutes, commercial mining companies, and construction companies. Operation by any other party is a
violation of 47 U.S.C. § 301 and could subject the operator to serious legal penalties.
Coordination Requirements.
(a) UWB imaging systems require coordination through the FCC before the equipment may be used. The
operator shall comply with any constraints on equipment usage resulting from this coordination.
(b) The users of UWB imaging devices shall supply detailed operational areas to the FCC Office of
Engineering and Technology who shall coordinate this information with the Federal Government through
the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. The information provided by the UWB
operator shall include the name, address and other pertinent contact information of the user, the desired
geographical area of operation, and the FCC ID number and other nomenclature of the UWB device. This
material shall be submitted to the following address:
Frequency Coordination Branch., OET
Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street, SW
Washington, D.C. 20554
ATTN: UWB Coordination
(d) Users of authorized, coordinated UWB systems may transfer them to other qualified users and to
different locations upon coordination of change of ownership or location to the FCC and coordination with
existing authorized operations.
(e) The NTIA/FCC coordination report shall include any needed constraints that apply to day-to-day
operations. Such constraints could specify prohibited areas of operations or areas located near authorized
radio stations for which additional coordination is required before operation of the UWB equipment. If
additional local coordination is required, a local coordination contact will be provided.
(f) The coordination of routine UWB operations shall not take longer than 15 business days from the receipt
of the coordination request by NTIA. Special temporary operations may be handled with an expedited turn-
around time when circumstances warrant. The operation of UWB systems in emergency situations
involving the safety of life or property may occur without coordination provided a notification procedure,
similar to that contained in CFR47 Section 2.405(a)-(e), is followed by the UWB equipment user.
Notice: Use of this device as a wall imaging system is prohibited by FCC regulations.
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IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

IC Certification Number: IC:8991A – OPERADUO
This device complies with the requirements of IC Standard RSS-220
This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only when in contact with or within 1 m of the ground.
This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only by law enforcement agencies, scientific research
institutes, commercial mining companies, construction companies, and emergency rescue or firefighting
organizations.
NOTE IMPORTANTE POUR LES UTILISATEURS CANADIENS

Numéro de certification IC:8991A – OPERADUO
Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la norme RSS IC-220

Cet équipement géoradar doit être utilisé que lorsqu’il est en contact ou à moins de 1 mètre du sol.
Cet équipement géoradar doit être utilisé que par des organismes d'application de la loi, des instituts de recherche
scientifique, des sociétés minières commerciales, des entreprises de construction et de secours d'urgence ou les
organisations de lutte contre les incendies.
RADIO-FREQUENCY EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE
This product operated is usually operated at least 1 m from the operator.

Typical power density levels at a distance of 1 m or greater is below 1
W/cm2 (0.01 W/m2) which are far below the levels specified by the
current regulations.
Thus, this product pose no health and safety risk when operated in the
normal manner of intended use.
CONFORMITÉ D’EXPOSITION AUX FRÉQUENCES

RADIO
Le produit doit être à au moins un mètre de l’utilisateur lorsqu’en opération.

Le niveau de densité de puissance à une distance de 1 mètre et plus est de 1
W/cm2 (0.01 W/m2), ce qui est nettement inférieur aux niveaux spécifiés
par la réglementation en vigueur.
Ainsi, ce produit ne représente aucun risque pour la santé et la sécurité
lorsqu'il est exploité dans les conditions d'utilisation prescrites.
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1.5 Acronyms and Definitions

1.5.1 Acronyms
DAD: Digital Antenna Device
RADAR: RAdio Detection And Ranging
USB: Universal Serial Bus
GPR: Ground Penetrating Radar
HDOP: Horizontal Dilution Of Precision
RTK: Real Time Kinematic
LAN: Local Area Network
GPS: Global Positioning System
GNSS: Global Navigation Satellite System
AC: Alternate Current
NMEA: National Marine Electronics Association
CORS: Continuously Operating Reference Station
UHF: Ultra High Frequency
GSM: Global System for Mobile communications
WMS: Web Map Service
DXF: Digital eXchange Format
KML: Keyhole Markup Language
GIS: Geographic Information System
1.5.2 Definitions
Raw data: unprocessed data obtained during a field survey.
Maps: graphics showing the change in received radar signal with respect to the scanning
direction.
Survey: the name given to a collection of acquisitions, which together cover all the areas
of a large investigation: typically an entire town or a large urban area.
Scan: a single movement of the antenna trolley from the beginning to the end of a pre-
established path.
Setup: initialization of a piece of equipment or a software process.
Encoder: a distance measurement device which constantly signals the distance travelled
from the start of the scan back to the Control Unit .
Transmitter: part of the antenna dedicated to emitting the radar signals.
Receiver: part of the antenna dedicated to detecting the radar signals.
Utilities: the objects the Detector Duo searches for, i.e. pipes supplying gas and water,
electricity cables, etc.
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2. OVERVIEW
2.1 Contents
This manual is divided into the following sections:
Chap. 1: Introduction.
Chap. 2: Overview.
Chap. 3: Hardware description.
Chap. 4: System assembly procedure.
Chap. 5: Ouverture Software Guide.
Chap. 6: IDS Geomap Guide
Chap. 7: Preliminary Jobsite investigation.
Chap.8:. Field Working procedure
Chap 9:. GPS requirements
Chap 10: On-line assistance
Chap 11: Maintenance Plan
2.2 Intended readership

The intended reader of this manual should be the technician in charge of using the system
that has undergone the IDS training for Opera Duo.
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3. OPERA DUO HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

The Opera Duo system is composed by the following parts:
 Opera Duo main body
 Laptop (with the Opera Duo software)
 Battery
 Battery charger
 Spray support (optional)
 GPS support (optional)
This chapter contains the description of those parts.
The size of the two versions of the system, in trolley and working position, are shown in
Fig. 3.1, Fig. 3.2, Fig. 3.3 and Fig. 3.4.
Fig. 3.1 – Two wheeled system size, opened
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Fig. 3.2 – Two wheeled system size, closed
Fig. 3.3 – Four wheeled system size, opened
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Fig. 3.4 – Four wheeled system size, closed
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3.1 Opera Duo main body

The main body of the system consists of a trolley, foldable for easy transportation,
available in two forms: 2 or 4 wheeled; it contains the following sub-components:
 Antenna
 Control unit
 Encoders
 Handle
 Wheels
 Laptop support
The system will also be supplied with covers for the antenna and the back wheels (see Fig.
3.5).
Fig. 3.5 – Opera DUO antenna and wheels covers
3.1.1 Antenna
The Opera Duo has a dual-frequency antenna, 250 and 700 MHz.
The 700 MHz antenna permits the user to see small shallow targets, up to a depth 2-3
meters depending on the soil conditions.
The 250 MHz antenna permits the user to see bigger targets situated deeper underground
(up to 4-5 meters).
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3.1.2 Control unit

The Control Unit, or DAD, is the central part of the system because it communicates with
the antenna, the laptop and the encoder, making all the systems work together.
The DAD is lodged in the antenna box and has a power button on top of it to turn it on/off
(see Fig. 3.6).
The characteristics of the Control Unit are:
Voltage: 12 V +/- 10%
Environment feature: IP 65
Absorbed power: 8 W
Operating temperature: -10/+40 °C
Fig. 3.6 – DAD power button
3.1.3 Encoders
The Opera Duo employs two encoders for acquisition distance measuring, each one is
positioned inside one of the wheels.
This feature ensures that the distance is correctly registered even in rough terrain when, at
times, only one wheel is touching the ground.
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3.1.4 Handle
The Opera Duo handle is an ergonomic and adjustable handle bar (Fig. 3.7) that can be
adjusted both in height and inclination (see paragraph 4.1).
Fig. 3.7 – Opera Duo handle
The Laptop support is mounted on the Handle bar (see paragraph 3.1.6).
The Handle bar also contains the Ethernet cable that goes to the laptop (Fig. 3.8).
Fig. 3.8 – Ethernet cable plug on the handle
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3.1.5 Wheels
The Opera Duo comes in 2 and 4 wheeled versions (Fig. 3.9); the 2 wheeled version has
tubeless tires while the 4 wheeled version has 2 tubeless tires in the rear and 2 solid tires
in the front.
The tubeless tires have to be inflated to a pressure of 2 bars.
Fig. 3.9 – Two and four wheeled versions of the Opera Duo
3.1.6 Laptop support

The inclination of the Laptop support can be adjusted to achieve the best viewing angle
for the user (Fig. 3.10).
The support is made to hold a laptop Panasonic CF-H2, to hold a different type of
computer the user must remove the plastic plate unscrewing the two screw shown in Fig.
3.10.
Fig. 3.10 – Laptop support
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3.2 Laptop
The system can be provided with a laptop Panasonic CF-H2 (see Fig. 3.11), with the
software already installed; however the user can operate Opera Duo with any laptop
respecting the following minimum requirements:
 Processor: i3 1.7 GHz
 RAM: 1 GB
 Graphic adapter compatible with Open GL 2 or newer
 Operative system: Windows 7
 Ethernet port
However, for an optimal performance we recommend the following requirements:
 Processor: i5 1.7 GHz
 RAM: 2GB
 Graphic adapter compatible with Open GL 2 or newer
 Screen resolution: 1024 X 786
 Operative system: Windows 7
 Hard disk: 40 GB shock proof
 Serial port RE 232 (only used with the GPS)
 USB port
 Ethernet port
Fig. 3.11 – Panasonic CF-H2
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Prior to the software installation the user should be sure that the drivers of the graphic
adapter are updated to the latest version.
For example for Intel graphic adapter those steps can be followed:
1. Connect the laptop to internet (the user should set the IP address to dynamic for this
operation);
2. Open an internet browser and go to http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect;
3. Install the updated drivers;
4. Change again the IP address to the original one.
3.3 Battery
The battery used by an Opera Duo system provides power to the Control Unit and, from
there, to the Antenna, the Encoder and, if present, the Spray support; the battery does not
provide power to the laptop or the GPS, if present.
The Opera Duo battery is a 12 V / 12 AH rechargeable lead battery (see Fig. 3.12).
Fig. 3.12 – Opera Duo battery
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3.4 Battery charger

The battery charger is composed of two parts: a small cable to connect the battery to the
charger and the battery charger itself, to be connected to the electricity mains at AC
110/220 (see Fig. 3.13).
Fig. 3.13 – Battery charger
The battery can be charged whilst connected to the system or after having been removed.
Note that, in either case, the radar cannot be turned on during the battery charging.
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3.5 Spray support

The Spray support can be easily attached to the radar main body and contains a cable to be
connected to a socket in the upper part of the antenna lodging (blue arrow in Fig. 3.14)
and a cylindrical hole where the user inserts spray paint (red arrow in Fig. 3.14).
Fig. 3.14 – Spray support
The support must be used with a vertical spray spot marker (see Fig. 3.15).
Fig. 3.15 – Example of vertical spray spot marker
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The Spray support is provided with a storage bag that can also contain an additional spray
can (see Fig. 3.16).
Fig. 3.16 – Spray support storage bag
3.6 GPS support

The GPS support is composed of two parts that have to be mounted on the radar main
body and holds the GPS pole (see Fig. 3.17).
Fig. 3.17 – GPS Support in the storage bag
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4. ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
The procedure to assemble the Opera Duo is very simple and can be performed by one
person.
To assemble the system follow these steps:
1. Unfold the radar main body (Par. 4.1);
2. Connect the laptop (Par. 4.2);
3. Insert the battery (Par. 4.3);
4. Mount the Spray support (optional, Par. 4.4);
5. Mount the GPS support (optional, Par. 4.5).
4.1 Unfold the radar main body

To unfold the Opera Duo main body place it to on the ground, press the central handle
button and raise the rudder to the desired angle (Fig. 4.1).
Fig. 4.1 – Unfold the Opera Duo
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The user can also adjust the height of the handle bars and laptop support using the two
vertical buttons in the upper part of the rudder (Fig. 4.2).
Fig. 4.2 – Handle bar and laptop support height regulation buttons
The inclination of the laptop support can be changed opening the two horizontal locks on
its sides (Fig. 4.3).
Fig. 4.3 – Laptop support inclination regulation
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In the 2 wheeled version, the antenna movement can be blocked by putting the front lever
in the right position (Fig. 4.4); if the lever is in the central position the antenna will have
limited mobility, useful for rough terrain; while the left position is used for the
transportation of the folded system.
Fig. 4.4 – Antenna locking lever for two wheeled version
In the 4 wheeled version, the antenna can be slightly raised from the ground by pulling the
strap shown in Fig. 4.5.
Fig. 4.5 – Antenna height regulation
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4.2 Connect the laptop

The laptop support on the radar main body is complete with Velcro strips; to attach the
laptop to the support press down until the Velcro strips on the support are securely
attached to the Velcro strips on the laptop (see Fig. 4.6).
Fig. 4.6 – Velcro strips on the Laptop and Laptop support
The CF-H2 laptop provided with the radar already has the Velcro strips attached; if
another laptop is used instead, the user should attach the Velcro strips (provided with the
radar) to this laptop.
Once the laptop is in place the user must connect the Ethernet cable (Fig. 4.7).
Fig. 4.7 – Ethernet connection
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If a different model of laptop is used, such as a Panasonic CF-19, the upper holding plate
must be removed from the support prior to the Velcro application, see paragraph 3.1.6.
4.3 Insert the battery

To connect the battery open the dedicated compartment by turning and pulling the
metallic ring (Fig. 4.8), slide the battery inside with the plastic connector facing the front
of the radar (Fig. 4.9) and then close the compartment.
Fig. 4.8 – Battery compartment
Fig. 4.9 – Battery connection
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4.4 Mount the Spray support

The Spray support is an optional component to hold and command the spray to mark
targets on the ground.
It can be mounted on either side of the antenna, following these steps:
1. Open the locks in the lower part of the spray support (Fig. 4.10);
Fig. 4.10 – Spray support and cable
2. Fix the spray support to the radar main body, inserting first the upper part and
then the lower (Fig. 4.11);
Fig. 4.11 – Spray support fixing
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3. Close the locking system in the lower part of the spray support on both side (Fig.
4.12 and Fig. 4.13);
Fig. 4.12 - Locking system BEFORE
Fig. 4.13 - Locking system AFTER
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4. Connect the Spray cable to the dedicated connector as shown by red arrow in Fig.
4.14;
5. Insert the spray can into the support with the dispenser facing downward (Fig.
4.15).
Fig. 4.14 – Spray support and cable connection
Fig. 4.15 – Spray can insertion
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The spray paint that you have to use with an Opera Duo system must function in the
following way:
- You need a spray paint in which the valve has to be pressed horizontally (blue valve
in Fig. 4.16);
- Spray has to flow along the elongation of the spray paint and not perpendicular to it.
Fig. 4.16 - Type of bomb paint that you can use with Opera Duo
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Fig. 4.17 – Correctly positioning of the blue valve and hook
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4.5 Mount the GPS support

The GPS support is composed of two metallic parts whose purpose is to hold the GPS
pole. This pole is not provided with the radar.
To mount the GPS support follow these steps:
1. Insert the upper part of the support into the two dedicated holes (Fig. 4.18);
Fig. 4.18 – GPS support upper part insertion
2. Screw the lower part to the Opera Duo main body using the two knobs, in this
way the two parts will be fixed together (Fig. 4.19).
Fig. 4.19 – GPS support lower part fixing
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4.6 Encoder calibration

The first time the system is used the metric wheels have to be calibrated; this operation
can also be repeated every time a difference between real and measured distance is noted.
First the user should inflate the tires to a pressure of 2 bars, then proceed with the wheel
calibration using the proper software tool (see paragraph 5.6.2).
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5. OUVERTURE SOFTWARE GUIDE

The Opera Duo software, Ouverture, manages the acquisition and storage of the data
acquired with the Opera Duo radar system.
5.1 Software installation

Prior to the software installation the user must be sure that the graphic adapter drivers are
updated as explained in paragraph 3.2.
To install the software the user has to launch Ouverture-x.x.x.exe file (where x.x.x is the
version number) and follow the screen’s instruction.
Click a single time with right mouse button on Ouverture installer and choose the option
Run as administrator (Fig. 5.1).
Fig. 5.1 - Ouverture software installation
A new window as the one showed in Fig. 5.2 opens. Select the first option and click on
Next.
Fig. 5.2 – Microsoft Visual C ++ 2010
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When the process for installation of Microsoft Visual C ++ is over, click on Finish and
begin the installation of Ouverture software selecting Next (Fig. 5.3).
Fig. 5.3 - Install Ouverture software
Agree to the License clicking on I Agree button (Fig. 5.4).
Fig. 5.4 - License Agreement
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Choose Destination Folder where the software has to be saved (Fig. 5.5).
Fig. 5.5 – Choose Destination Folder
The software installing starts when green horizontal bar starts to move (Fig. 5.6).
Fig. 5.6 - Installing phase
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Fig. 5.7 – Software installation is completed
Click on Finish button (Fig. 5.7). Now Ouverture is installed on your computer.
If you leave a tick on Run Ouverture 01.04.00, automatically a new window with Main
Menu of Ouverture, as the one in Fig. 5.8, opens.
Fig. 5.8 – Main Menu
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5.2 Main Menu

The Ouverture main menu contains 5 commands (Fig. 5.8):
1. New Project (see paragraph 5.3)
2. New Assisted Project (see paragraph 5.4)
3. Open Project (see paragraph 5.5)
4. Settings (see paragraph 5.6)
5. Exit
In the Menu bar at the top of the screen the user can select the following command:
1. File:
- New Project: select this button when you work acquiring a radar scan
without using a base line and/or using GPS;
- New Assisted Project: this command gives the opportunity to draw a
Reference Line and acquire radar maps following a grid;
- Open Project: to review radar scans;
- Exit: to quit the software.
2. Options:
- Settings: from this button the user can modify Survey, Hardware and
International Settings.
3. Help:
- About Ouverture reports software version number and IDS Customer Care
contact as shown in Fig. 5.9.
Fig. 5.9 – Software version number and contact information
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5.3 New Project

Clicking the New Project button in the main menu (Fig. 5.8), the software calibrates the
radar and in Fig. 5.10 is shown when the calibration is completed.
Fig. 5.10 – Radar calibration completion
If the radar fails to calibrate (Fig. 5.11), the user should check if the LAN cable is
properly connected to the laptop and the DAD is turned on; if the problem persists contact
the IDS customer care.
If one of the channels is not working, a calibration error appears with the faulty channel
indicated.
Fig. 5.11 – Calibration error
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After the calibration, the acquisition main window automatically opens (Fig. 5.12).
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Fig. 5.12 – Acquisition main window
The main window is composed by the following sections:

1. Map layer list (paragraph 5.3.1)
2. Area map and radargrams (paragraph 5.3.2)
3. Acquisition commands (paragraph 5.3.3)
4. Target commands (paragraph 5.3.4)
5. Acquisition menu (paragraph 5.3.5)
6. System status (paragraph 5.3.6)
7. Map visualization buttons (paragraph 5.3.7)
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5.3.1 Map layer list

The user can load one or more maps from a saved file or from the internet to visualize the
scan lines and the targets on them.
To load a raster map use the button; the types of file format that can be loaded are
.tif, .tiff. Be sure to load a map containing the area you are currently scanning.
To load a vector map use the button; the type of file format that can be loaded are
.shp, .kml, .dxf.
The user can also select in which Spatial Reference System will be the input of
geographical projection (Fig. 5.13):
Fig. 5.13 – Select Coordinate Reference System
To load a map from internet use the button; the layers that can be downloaded are
shown in Fig. 5.14.
Fig. 5.14 – Downloadable map layers
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Each layer can be removed from the list using the button, turned off by clicking the
button and made more transparent using the slider .

The layers are visualized in the Area map (see paragraph 5.3.2).
5.3.2 Area map and radargram

This section is divided in 3 parts:
1. Area map (see paragraph 5.3.2.1)
2. 700 MHz radargram (see paragraph 5.3.2.2)
3. 250 MHz radargram (see paragraph 5.3.2.2)
5.3.2.1 Area map
This map shows the loaded map layers (see paragraph 5.3.1), a compass , the scan
trajectory and the inserted targets (Fig. 5.15). The current position of the radar is
represented as a yellow icon .
Fig. 5.15 – Area map
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The user can zoom to the entire extent of the scan with the button and zoom in/out
with the button.
5.3.2.2 700 and 250 radargrams

This map shows the two radargrams in real time, complete with horizontal scale (distance
travelled) and vertical scale (depth), see Fig. 5.16; In the lower part of the map the last
propagation velocity select is shown, if no propagation velocity is yet selected the
software will use the default one (10 cm/ns).
Fig. 5.16 – Radargram
If the map is too long for it to be displayed at the selected zoom level, the user can scroll it
using the blue bar below it (see Fig. 5.16), please note that the scrolling is synchronized
between the two radar maps.
The same zoom commands can be found here as for the Area map section, (see paragraph
5.3.2.1), please note that zoom is synchronized between the two radar maps; in addition
the user can adjust the contrast of each map with the command.
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5.3.3 Acquisition commands

Before starting an acquisition, the user can chose the scan direction (forward or backward)
using the button, in order to push or pull the radar (shortcut F2).
To start an acquisition, click the button; after that the button changes into the
button that needs to be clicked to stop and save the acquisition. At the same way to
Start and Stop the acquisition you can press shortcut F1.
During the first scan, the software uses a very short part of the radar scan (about half a
meter) to evaluate soil characteristics and to calculate the best graphic settings for the
visualization of radargrams. Following this, the software continuously adjusts those
settings.
If a sudden change in the soil condition is encountered, the software won’t be able to
adjust the graphic settings properly. The user should click the button to reset the
map filtering based on the acquired data. Please note that by doing this any previous
calibration data will be lost (see Fig. 5.17).
Fig. 5.17 – Recalibration warning
5.3.4 Target commands
To insert a marker click the button and then click directly on the anomaly seen on
the radargram: this opens the Place/Modify Target window (see paragraph 5.3.4.1).
To delete a marker click the button then select the marker to be deleted using the
mouse.
To modify an existing marker click the button then select the marker to be edited
on the radargram; this opens the Place/Modify Target window (see paragraph 5.3.4.1)
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If the Spray Support is installed and connected, the user can click the button to
mark the target on the ground (see Fig. 5.18) or press F5.
Fig. 5.18 – Marker Spray
Place Target ( ) button can be used only with Opera Duo systems and not with
Detector Duo systems; in this last case the command is disabled.
5.3.4.1 Place/Modify Target Window
This window opens after a marker has been placed on the radargram using the
button, or a marker is selected to be modified using the button. In the left part of
this window (see Fig. 5.19) the user can edit the inserted marker, defining:
 Target type (Fig. 5.20);
 Name: a list of the previous inserted targets is available. A default name is
proposed based on the selected target typology;
 Colour: default colour is defined according to the target typology;
 Notes.
If two markers are inserted using the same name, the software connects them with a line
in the map, forming a so-called “Target”.
The details of the target (position, depth, swath number and channel number) can also be
seen in this window, the first two parameters can be modified to refine the target
positioning.
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Fig. 5.19 – Place/Modify Target window
Fig. 5.20 – Target type
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The right part of the Place/Modify Target window is used for the propagation velocity
estimation: the user can superimpose the red hyperbola on the radargram using the slider
below the map or modifying one of the three values below the slider (Fig. 5.21). All these
parameters are bound by a relationship. At the same time the user can modify dielectric
constant or expected depth in order to find the best propagation velocity.
Fig. 5.21 – Propagation velocity, expected depth and dielectric constant evaluation
With the button the user can reset the propagation velocity to the last confirmed
value.
On the right of the radargram the zoom buttons , and . can be found.
To confirm the insertion of the marker click the OK button, otherwise click Cancel.
5.3.5 Acquisition menu

This bar contains a series of buttons to manage various functions.
By clicking the button, the Create Report window opens, see paragraph 5.3.5.1.
With the button, the grid on the radargrams can be turned on and off.
The button can be used to delete the last acquired scan (Fig. 5.22).
Fig. 5.22 – Delete last scan
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The user can click the button to access the Settings menu, see paragraph 5.6;
please note that the settings window during a project is only for the visualization, to
change the settings the user must access the window using the main menu, see paragraph
5.2.
To stop the current Project and go back to the main menu (see paragraph 5.1) click the
button.
5.3.5.1 Create Report
In the Create Report window the user can manage the options for the survey report
generation (Fig. 5.23).
Fig. 5.23 – Create Report
In the Report Type section the user can choose to create a Planimetry Report (formed by
target maps and tables) or Data Analysis Report (formed by radar maps with inserted
targets), the user can also switch between different Paper sizes (A3 or A4), Planimetry
scales (from 1:50 to 1:1000) and Output types (PDF or HTML).
In the Survey Description section the user can see the Survey name, and can insert the
Project name and the job Location.
In the Header section the Company and Operator name and the Date/Time can be
inserted; the user can also insert a Logo to be printed in the report, clicking in the upper
right section of the window.
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In the lower left part of the windows additional notes can be inserted, as also the
acquisition date and time.
The lower right part of the window can be used to insert (or remove) additional figures, as
also captions for them (see Fig. 5.24).
Fig. 5.24 – Add Figure to Report
Click Save to generate the report, select Preview to visualize it before saving and click
Cancel to avoid saving the report.
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5.3.6 System status
The status of the radar , the GPS , and the battery can be checked
in this section.
The user can verify the status of the system by clicking on one of these buttons (see Fig.
5.25).
If the number of satellites seen by the GPS is low the window in Fig. 5.26 will be shown.
Fig. 5.25 – Status details
Fig. 5.26 – Low number of satellites
5.3.7 Map visualization menu
The user can turn on and off the Area map , the “shallow” channel and the
“deep” channel .
Shortcut Associated command

Press F1 Start and Stop acquisition
Press F2 Push or Pull the radar
Press F3 Start wheel calibration
Press F5 Mark the target
Tab. 5.1 - Shortcut to use during the acquisition
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5.4 New Assisted Project

5.4.1 Assisted Project Setup
When the Assisted Project button is clicked in the main menu (Fig. 5.8), the software
opens the Assisted Project Setup window (Fig. 5.27); here the user must setup the
measurement grid.
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2 2
1
4
3
2
Fig. 5.27 – Assisted Project Setup
The Setup window is composed by the following parts:

1. Map layers list (paragraph 5.3.1)
2. Area map (paragraph 5.4.1.1)
3. Reference Line commands (paragraph 5.4.1.2)
4. Grid Settings (paragraph 5.4.1.3)
When the grid is complete the user must click to begin the acquisition,
or to go back to the main menu.
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5.4.1.1 Area map

This section contains the loaded map layers and the grid sketch superimposed on each
other.
The user can zoom to the entire extent of the grid with the button and zoom in/out
with the button.
To draw the grid reference line the user must click and then click on the map to
place two or more points (Fig. 5.28).
Fig. 5.28 – Reference Line
To pan the map click the button, then click and drag the mouse.
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5.4.1.2 Reference Line Commands

When the drawing of the reference line is finished, the user can click
The reference line can be modified if the button is clicked

again.
The user can delete the reference line with the button.
Selecting one of the points of the reference line the user can change the distance from the
previous point and the angle relative to the previous segment of the line (Fig. 5.29).
Fig. 5.29 – Reference Line point setup
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5.4.1.3 Grid Settings

In this section the user can change the dimension and the step of the grid in the T and L
directions. There is also the option to flip the grid 180°. The total number of scans needed
to complete the survey is also shown here (Fig. 5.30).
The T axis is the starting point of the transversal scans while the L axis is the starting
point of the longitudinal scans.
Fig. 5.30 – Grid dimension
The grid can be deleted using the button.
5.4.2 Assisted Project Acquisition window

The Acquisition window is the same as the one explained in paragraph 5.3, but has two
new available commands.
The button lets the user select a scan line on the defined grid (see 5.4.1); to do this
click and drag the selection over the desired lines, alternatively the user can just click on
the line he wishes to select. This function is available before starting a scan.
Clicking opens the Starting Point Editor window, from which the user can
modify the starting position of the next scan with respect to the defined grid (see
paragraph 5.4.2.1). This function is available before starting a scan.
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5.4.2.1 Starting Point Editor

From this window the user can modify the Starting Point of the scan (with respect to the 0
point of the grid) and the Displacement of the selected line (with respect to the expected
starting point of that line). Another thing that can be modified in this window is the scan
direction (Forward or Backward). The radar picture is interactive, green arrows can be
clicked to modify the values of the in-line and lateral displacements. The radar icon on the
Map is positioned on the pre-defined grid according to the parameters set in this window.
Fig. 5.31 - Starting Point Editor
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5.5 Open Project

The Open Project button in the main menu (Fig. 5.8) is used to open an existing project
select the .xml file found inside the survey folder, this opens the Review Acquisition
window (Fig. 5.32).
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2
1
1
2
1
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Fig. 5.32 – Review Acquisition Window 2
1
The Review Acquisition window is composed by the following parts:
1. Area map and radargrams (paragraph 5.3.2)
2. Target Commands (paragraph 5.5.1)
3. Map visualization buttons (paragraph 5.3.7)
4. Review Acquisition menu (paragraph 5.5.2)
5.5.1 Target Commands
These commands are the same as the ones explained in paragraph 5.3.4, except the
button is not present.
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5.5.2 Review Acquisition menu

This bar contains the commands to manage various software functions.
The , , and functions are explained in paragraph 5.3.5.
The and functions is described in paragraph 5.4.2.
Clicking the button the user can resume the saved Survey and proceed with data
acquisition (for example, for completion with missing lines).
With the command the targets are exported to an external files in one of the
following formats:
1. IDS Geomap (see chapter 6)
2. ESRI Shapefile;
3. AutoDesk DXF;
4. OpenGIS KML.
The user can also select in which Spatial Reference System will be the output of
geographical projection (Fig. 5.33) :
Fig. 5.33 – Coordinate Reference System
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Using the Scroll menu , the user can switch between

the various scans.
5.6 Settings
The Settings menu, is accessible using the Settings button of the main menu (Fig. 5.8), is
subdivided in three tabs:
1. Survey Settings (see paragraph 5.6.1)
2. Hardware Settings (see paragraph 5.6.2)
3. Graphics Settings (see paragraph 5.6.3)
4. International Settings (see paragraph 5.6.4)
5.6.1 Survey Settings

In the Survey Settings menu the user can (seeFig. 5.34):
1. Modify the project name and saving folder;
2. Turn on and off the GPS and access the Positioning Settings (see Paragraph
5.6.1.1).
3. Unable Zeno Connect option: this option allows the User activating a direct
connection between Ouverture 1.4.0 and LeicaTM Zeno Connect software to
manage LeicaTM GG03 GPS unit (see Paragraph 5.6.1.2).
Access to
Positioning
Settings
Fig. 5.34 – Survey settings
With the button the user can go back to the initial settings.
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5.6.1.1 Positioning Settings

The Positioning Settings menu contains two tabs:
1. COM Port Settings (Fig. 5.35)
2. Positioning System (Fig. 5.36)
In addition, the status of the GPS and the incoming NMEA strings can be found in the
same window.
In the COM Port Settings the user must insert the same value used for the setting of the
GPS (refer to the GPS user manual).
Fig. 5.35 – COM Port Settings
In the Positioning System menu contains a Status section displaying the following information:
1. Satellites: indicates the number of satellites from which the GPS is receiving data, for
a good signal at least 5 satellites are required.
2. HDOP: Horizontal Dilution of Precision, the lower this number is, the better accuracy
is achieved; for a good positioning this value should be no greater than 2.
3. Fix: indicates the Real Time Kinematic status, the value can be GPS Fix (without
RTK) or RTK Fix (with RTK); if the value is RTK Float it means that the connection
with the base station is lost.
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Fig. 5.36 – Positioning System menu

5.6.1.2 Zeno Connect
LeicaTM Zeno Connect software manages the GG03 positioning unit and allows sharing
information about positioning between Ouverture 1.4.0 and Zeno Connect. Ouverture
automatically sets positioning parameters to correctly receive GNSS data on a virtual
serial port.
The procedure to activate the connection between Ouverture 1.4.0 and Zeno Connect is as
follows:
 Start Zeno Connect and select GG03 GPS unit (Fig. 5.37).
 Start Ouverture and open the Settings menu.
 Activate the positioning button and press the Zeno Connect tool (Fig. 5.34).
Fig. 5.37 – Start Zeno Connect through the tool indicated by the red circle
Ouverture 1.4.0 shall guide the user to the setting of Zeno Connect, enabling to the
following functions:
 Check if Zeno Connect (and the Leica GG03 antenna) is running correctly.
 Verify that the serial setting of the Leica GG03 system is consistent with
Opera Duo setting.
 Checking the positioning settings including RTK, update frequency, NMEA
output.
Note: LeicaTM Zeno Connect software needs a separate procedure to be installed into the
laptop where Ouverture is running. Please refer to the LeicaTM Zeno Connect user’s
manual for the details.
5.6.2 Hardware Settings

The Hardware Settings menu is used for:
1. Modifying the radar depth range (in ns);
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2. Modify the number of samples per scan;

3. Modify the performance of the instrument, choosing for a higher maximum speed
or a greater penetration;
4. Selecting the scan step (please note that changing the scan step will result in a
different hyperbola shape);
5. Calibrate the encoder with the button (see paragraph5.6.2.1).
Fig. 5.38 – Hardware Settings

5.6.2.1 Wheel calibration
The user must click Calibrate (Shortcut F3) to start the wheel calibration, see Fig. 5.39,
and then click the Start button in the encoder calibration window, see Fig. 5.40.
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Fig. 5.39 – Calibration start
Fig. 5.40 – Encoder calibration
Once enough distance is travelled the green bar will be completely filled and the word
“Done!” will be displayed; at this point the user must click the Stop button (Fig.
5.41), write the travelled distance and click the OK button, see Fig. 5.42.
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Fig. 5.41 - Calibration phase
Fig. 5.42 - Calibration finished
In the last row of the Fig. 5.42 you may read the new spatial resolution value (i.e. 0.00310
m).
To be sure that the measured distance is right the user should repeat the calibration every
30 days.
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5.6.3 Graphics Settings

In the Graphic Settings tab the user can choose between various colour palettes for the
radar maps (see Fig. 5.43).
Fig. 5.43 – Graphics Settings
5.6.4 International settings

The international Settings menu allows the user to choose the language, the measurement
system and units (Fig. 5.44).
Fig. 5.44 – International Settings
The available units of measurement for distance are meters, feet and yards; for depth the
user can choose between meters, centimetres, inches or feet.
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6. IDS GEOMAP GUIDE

The CAD module is an additional tool, that optionally you can add to the BASIC module,
or to the 3D module, or to the BRIDGE module. The main function of this module is to
permit the user to export data (scans and targets inserted) to AutoCad environment. The
AutoCad Full Version compatible with the GRED HD software are: 2007-2008-2009-
2010-2011-2012. The platform must be anyway Windows XP Professional or Windows 7
(32 bits or 64 bits).
6.1 The command Export to IdsGeomap

The user can follow two ways to export data on AutoCad:
The first one is by clicking the Save button , directly on Ouverture both for New and
Assisted Project. Here you save a file in ASCII format with the list of coordinates of all
radar sections and the targets extracted, as shown in Fig. 6.1.
Fig. 6.1 – Example of a file in ASCII format
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6.2 Ids_gcad_xyz application

Once AutoCad application icon is launched, the Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar, Fig. 6.2, will
appear on AutoCad workspace.
Fig. 6.2 – Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar
6.2.1 GPR and GPS data export
1. To Open a project on AutoCad select the first button of Ids_gcad_xyz

toolbar and choose the folder where the project is contained; press OPEN.
2. Now press Load from radar export , fifth button of Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar.
The data will be automatically represented on the drawing and georeferenced
respect to the present GPS system of the hardware used.
3. Current project allows you to manage more than one project on the same
CAD design. The procedure is:
 Repeat step 1 & 2 for each new project you want to export in CAD
(remember that GRED HD SW creates a different ASCII file for each project
inside its directory). The user will choose the current project among the ones
contained in the list.
4. Once you have selected the project, click on Objects creation button from
the Ids_gcad_xyz toolbar (fourth button). This button opens the New object
window where you can choose between a: Point, Line/Pipe, Cover, Box or a
Solid.
5. Make Section allows you to automatically obtain schematic longitudinal,

traversal, horizontal and diagonal sections of the cartography imported from the
Data Base. Activating this button the window in Fig. 6.3 will appear in which you
can decide which section perform. To create a section you must edit the following
fields:
 Section name: insert the name of the section
 Vertical Limits: insert the min & max depth of the vertical section
 Grid : insert the X-step & Y-step of your reference grid
 Vertical Scale Factor: select the scale relation in vertical direction.
After having completed the setting phase, press Create Section.
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Fig. 6.3 - Dialog window parameter section parameters
To create a new section you have to:

- selecting two or more points with left mouse button on Main Window;
- stopping the selection pressing right mouse button;
- choosing where place the new section in the AutoCad’s workspace. There
you can visualize the name of the section, intersected targets, grid’s step,
length and the depth of the section.
In Fig 6.4 you can see a section NE – SW oriented that intersects targets
(3) Est – West oriented; in the following image (Fig. 6.5) you visualize a
XY map with all targets located in the area.
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Fig. 6.4 - A-A Section across three horizontal targets
Fig. 6.5 – XY representations of targets
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6. Dress Pipe allows you to “dress” the pipes, creating around the pipe axis the
vectors of a cylinder. This type of viewing gives the pipe a so-called “iron wire”
look. After activating the Dress pipe, the curser becomes a small square which
you use to select the pipes to “dress”.
7. Undress Pipe allows you to “undress” the pipes, highlighting the pipe axis.
This command allows you to reduce the pipe in a poli-line, and may be modified
using normal AutoCad tools.
8. Shade 3D Objects automatically executes a “rendering” of all the 3D

elements in the AutoCad file see Fig. 6.6.
Fig. 6.6 – 3D View with rendering activated
9. Unshade 3D Objects allows you to view the 3D elements in the so-called

“iron wire” view Fig. 6.7.
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Fig. 6.7 – 3D View in iron wire mode
10. Layout Manager activates the window in Fig. 6.8 that manages the creation
of the various printing Layouts.
In the window in Fig. 6.8 you can select the following fields:
 Select Paper Size (from A0 sheet to A4 sheet);
 Define Output Scale;
 Click on Insert Frame;
 On the main window select one or more frames to represent in final layouts
(Click one time with left mouse button for each frame; to end the process press
right mouse button);
 Press Make all Layouts command (create various printing layouts).
 Select Visible frames when closing: view printing boarders in AutoCad design.
Fig. 6.8 - Layout Manager window
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Targets information
Chosen
Layout
Project information
Fig. 6.9 - Example of Layout
If you wish to cancel a layout, you must repeat the insertion using Make All
Layouts in Fig. 6.8, in this case the Ids_gcad_xyz SW will present a video
! message, Fig. 6.10 – Frame creation confirmation window, if you press Yes
you except creating new printing layouts substituting the ones previously
NOTA created.
Fig. 6.10 – Frame creation confirmation window
11. Object Information transforms the AutoCad cursor into a white square; you
can click on the desired item and the window in Fig. 6.8 will appear. This window
will view all the general information regarding the Project and Zone and
regarding information about the selected object, for example, type of plot R-PIPE
and the name PIPE-01 (see Fig. 6.11).
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Fig. 6.11 - Information command window
The following fields may also be edited:

 Color: activating Select Color you may choose from the palette of
AutoCad colors the color you want to associate to the selected element.
 Diameter of Pipe: change pipe diameter.
 Step for Pipe Depth Text: select the distance interval of the fields
associated to each pipe (red rectangle in Fig. 6.11). In this way you can
weakly read the depth at which can be find the target in respect to
reference surface (XY Plane).
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7. PRELIMINARY JOBSITE INVESTIGATION

7.1 Jobsite features
The first fundamental phase for any field survey consists in understanding the features of
the jobsite: the scope is to acquire all the necessary information for the logistics of the
operation, taking into account the objectives to be performed.
In the specific case of a GPR investigation for underground utilities detection, the first
thing to consider is the accessibility of the site, in terms of the space available for the
passage of the GPR equipment and any architectural features that could cause an obstacle
to the data acquisition phase. Often, in fact, the investigation is performed in streets,
squares and on pavements with a relatively high level of urban traffic, and above all, in
the presence of randomly parked cars.
The main points to be considered during this phase are described below:
 Specific permission must be obtained (access to pedestrian zones, permission to
interrupt the traffic flow, etc.);
 Any difficulties in accessing the site must be considered;
 The space available;
 The presence of parked cars;
 The level of traffic.
It is the task of the user to take these points into consideration when planning the survey.
7.2 Technical maps

Technical maps of the existing utilities are produced by the various utilities companies.
These give general indications in a schematic way about the type and position of the
utilities that are managed and/or have been constructed by them.
These maps can be requested by faxing or writing to the cartographic or planning office of
the companies, specifying clearly the streets and areas of interest.
The most important types of utilities (which may be managed by different agencies) to be
considered are:
 Public Street Lighting
 Low, Medium and High Voltage Electricity Cables
 Water supply
 Gas
 Telephone Cables
 Sewers
Even though they may be very generic, these maps represent an important support during
the extraction and data interpretation phases, since they give the user a first idea, if not an
exhaustive one, of the utilities that are present.
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For this reason, it is important that the user activates the procedures for obtaining these
maps well in advance to make sure that they are available during the data extraction
phase.
7.3 Opening manholes

This phase is normally performed once the acquisition phase has been completed, and
consists in opening the manholes present in the investigated site.
The data regarding the depth, diameter, and direction of the utility should be saved on the
work sheet: this provides the user with further reference data during the interpretation
phase, and allows propagation velocity estimates to be performed in order to calculate the
depth of the identified utility as precisely as possible.
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8. FIELD WORKING PROCEDURE

8.1 Job setup
Prior to departure to the jobsite be sure that the laptop and radar batteries are fully
charged.
Upon arrival at the jobsite mount the system (see chapter 4), complete with optional
components if needed (see paragraph 3.5 and 3.6).
For a correct acquisition follow the instruction in paragraph 8.2, depending on the purpose
of the job and the available tools.
8.2 On site target mark-out

If there is no need for mapping of the subservices, a GPS is not required, but it would be
useful to adopt the Spray Support (see paragraph 3.5 and 4.4).
The acquisition procedure is:
1. Turn on the laptop;
2. Start up the Opera DUO software;
3. Click the New Project button (because a grid is not needed in this situation, see
paragraphs 5.1);
4. After the radar calibration, check the radar and battery status (see paragraph
5.3.6);
5. For a better visualization of the radargrams, the area map can be turned off (see
paragraph 5.3.7);
6. Choose the movement mode, pulling or pushing the instrument (see paragraph
5.3.3) and position the instrument at the start of a line to be scanned;
7. Start the acquisition (see paragraph 5.3.3) and start moving;
8. When a target is found stop and go back until the vertical yellow line in the
radargrams is on top of the target;
9. Insert the target and estimate the correct depth (see paragraph 5.3.4);
10. If a Spray Support is present, use the proper command to mark the ground (see
paragraph 5.3.4);
11. When a line is finished stop the acquisition (see paragraph 5.3.3) and position the
instrument at the start of a new line;
12. Repeat the steps from 7 to 11 until the jobsite is covered.
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8.3 Utilities mapping without GPS

If the purpose of the job is to obtain a map, but a GPS is not available, then the user must
setup an acquisition grid, to do this follow these steps:
2. Start up the Ouverture software;
3. Click on the Assisted Project button (see paragraphs 5.1);
4. If an internet connection or a cartographic file is available, the user can download
a map layer to be underlayed with the scan lines and targets (see paragraph 5.3.1);
5. Setup the acquisition grid (see paragraphs 5.4.1);
6. After the radar calibration check the radar and battery status (see paragraph
5.3.6);
5.3.3);
8. Position the instrument on the first line to be scanned, select a new line in case the
one suggested by the software is to be skipped; the starting position and
movement direction can also be modified;
10. When a target is found stop and insert it estimating the correct depth (see
paragraph 5.3.4);
11. If a Spray support is present go back on top of the target and mark it on the
ground (see paragraph 5.3.4);
instrument at the start of a new line. The user can modify the starting point and
movement direction or select a different line;
13. Repeat the steps from 7 to 10 until the entire grid is covered; after concluding,
save the Survey report (see paragraph 5.3.5) and exit the acquisition phase.
14. The Acquisition can be reviewed using the Open Project button (see paragraph
5.1);
15. The data can be also exported to IDS Geomap to be edited in AutoCad (see
paragraph 6.1.
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8.4 Utilities mapping with GPS

If a GPS is present a georeferenced map of the targets can be created, following these
steps:
2. Start up the Ouverture software;
3. Connect and configure the GPS using the Settings menu (see paragraph 5.6.1);
4. Click on the New Project button because a grid is not required in this situation
(see paragraphs 5.2);
5. After the radar calibration check the radar, GPS and battery status (see paragraph
5.3.6);
6. If an internet connection or a cartographic file is available, the user can download
a map layer to be underlayed with the scan lines and targets;
5.3.3) and position the instrument at the start of a line to be scanned;
9. When a target is found stop and insert it estimating the correct depth;
10. If a Spray support is present go back on top of the target and mark it on the
ground (see paragraph 5.3.4);
instrument at the start of a new line;
12. Repeat the steps from 8 to 11 until the entire area is covered; after concluding,
save the Survey report (see paragraph 5.3.5) and exit the acquisition phase.
13. The Acquisition can be reviewed using the Open Project button (see paragraph
5.2);
14. The data can be also exported to IDS Geomap for editing in AutoCad.
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9. GPS REQUIREMENTS
The Opera Duo system can be used with a GPS to position the scans in real time without
the need of creating a grid.
The requirement of such GPS are:
1. Dual frequency (L1+L2);
2. Positioning update greater than 5 Hz;
3. RTK: connection to a base station via radio link (UHF or GSM) or connection to
a Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) via internet;
4. NMEA output;
5. Serial cable (RS232) is required, alternatively the GPS can be connected to the
laptop via Bluetooth.
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10. IDS ON-LINE ASSISTANCE

10.1 Download area
The Georadar section of the IDS website has a download area accessible from the
customer to get the latest update of software, manuals, guides and other useful tools.
To do this the first step is to fill the registration form, accessible from
https://www.idscorporation.com/georadar/more-information/georadar-customer-area-
logged/request-an-account (Fig. 10.1).
Fig. 10.1 – Registration form
The request will be handled by the Customer Care of IDS, then the user will receive an
email with its credentials to access the download area, that he has to enter in
https://www.idscorporation.com/georadar/more-information/georadar-customer-area-
logged/customer-area-login.
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10.2 Remote assistance using Webex Support Center

The Webex Support Center is a service that allows the activation of a two host session,
making an application or the desktop available to the other user or letting the user capture
another remote desktop.
It can be used to perform web conferences and presentations.
It 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, the client only has to
accept to download a small plug used to permit the service authentication and function.
10.2.1 How to use the Webex service
The user will receive an email from IDS Customer Care containing a link to the support
session (see Fig. 10.1).
Fig. 10.2 – IDS e-mail sent to the client
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Clicking on the link in the email, the following window appears. Insert the user data into
the form (see Fig. 10.2).
Fig. 10.3 – Client data insertion form
Clicking Submit, the following page appears showing a downloading bar. The session
starts as soon as the download is complete. (see Fig. 10.3).
Fig. 10.4 – Webex Set up window
As shown in the following screen (see Fig. 10.5) the user is given a console, containing
the Chat, Video and Leave Session commands.
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Fig. 10.5 - Welcome to Webex Support Center window
At this point, IDS Customer Care can perform a range of operations on the user desktop:
 Request control of the desktop using the Request Control command;
 Give the user control of the IDS desktop using the Share Control command;
 Request to display the remote desktop using Request View;
 Share the visualization of the IDS desktop using Share View.
Before each command is activated, the user is asked for confirmation through the window
shown in Fig. 10.6.
Fig. 10.6 – Command acceptance window
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11. MAINTENANCE PLAN

11.1 Cleaning Information
Before cleaning any external parts of the apparatus, make sure that all cables have been
disconnected, including the power supply cable. If a damp cloth is used, make sure it is
not too wet, to avoid any damage to the electrical components of the equipment. Wait
until the equipment is totally dry before reconnecting the cables.
The Opera Duo should be cleaned periodically using a damp cloth.
Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents.
Do not apply liquid directly to the electrical contacts of the various connectors. If a
specific spray is used to clean the PC TFT monitor, make sure it is not flammable; in any
case, do not spray it directly on the screen, instead, spray it onto the cleaning cloth.
11.2 Battery Removal Information

 Laptop Batteries (X2):
Type: Li-ion
Characteristics: 7.2 V 3.4 Ah
Removal instructions:
i. Open the drawer with the symbol of the batteries;
ii. Extract the battery pack pulling the tab.
 Radar batteries:
Manufacturer: FIAMM FG21202 / SAFT MP176065
Type: Rechargeable lead acid / rechargeable lithium-ion
Characteristics: 12V & 12Ah / 15V & 6.8Ah
Removal instructions:
1. Disconnect the battery from the instrument:
a. pull the connector wings;
b. separate the connectors;
2. Remove the battery from the cover (optional) opening the strap.
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11.3 Periodical Check

The Operator should periodically check the status of the antenna wearing sledge, the
LAN cable, and the tires.
 The Sledge should be periodically checked out to verify when it needs to be

removed and replaced.
 The LAN cable should be verified at each use of the system, in order to check out
whether connection to the PC and to the Georadar, are integer and no damages
occurred. In case of any damage, remove and replace it.
 The tires, should be verified at each use of the system in order to check out
whether their internal pressure and the consumption, are compatible with a safe
use of the system. In case of any deviation from the above either, inflate the tires
and/or replace it, as deemed.
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- PRO/010/M1 Rev 6 -

Pisa, May, 2016

KEYWORDS GEORADAR, RADAR SYSTEM, ANTENNA, RADAR MAP,

SUMMARY This manual contains a complete description of the Opera Duo

Document Change Record (Log)

SW Versions covered by this document

2. Initial Precautions for Setting-up and Use of the Products.

3. Disclaimer for the “Use” of the Products.

c. Opening of the Equipment (for HW Products) without express written authorization of

4. Disclaimer for the “IBIS Family” Products.

IDS Ingegneria dei Sistemi S.p.A. – GeoRadar Division

Customer Care department:

Sales & Marketing department:

Adequate separate collection for its subsequent recycling, treatment and

5.3.2 Area map and radargram ................................................................................................... 51

8.4 Utilities mapping with GPS ........................................................................................... 86

FIG. 3.1 – TWO WHEELED SYSTEM SIZE, OPENED ............................................................................ 19

FIG. 4.12 - LOCKING SYSTEM BEFORE ................................................................................................. 37

FIG. 5.36 – POSITIONING SYSTEM MENU ............................................................................................ 69

TAB. 5.1 - SHORTCUT TO USE DURING THE ACQUISITION............................................................. 59

1.2 Application Field

CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN REGULATIONS

The equipment conforms to the following requirements set by EC

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE US CUSTOMERS

FCC ID: UFW-OPERADUO

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THE CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

NOTE IMPORTANTE POUR LES UTILISATEURS CANADIENS

Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la norme RSS IC-220

RADIO-FREQUENCY EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE

This product operated is usually operated at least 1 m from the operator.

CONFORMITÉ D’EXPOSITION AUX FRÉQUENCES

Le produit doit être à au moins un mètre de l’utilisateur lorsqu’en opération.

1.5 Acronyms and Definitions

2.2 Intended readership

3. OPERA DUO HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

Fig. 3.1 – Two wheeled system size, opened

Fig. 3.2 – Two wheeled system size, closed

Fig. 3.3 – Four wheeled system size, opened

Fig. 3.4 – Four wheeled system size, closed

3.1 Opera Duo main body

Fig. 3.5 – Opera DUO antenna and wheels covers

3.1.2 Control unit

Fig. 3.6 – DAD power button

Fig. 3.7 – Opera Duo handle

Fig. 3.8 – Ethernet cable plug on the handle

3.1.6 Laptop support

Fig. 3.10 – Laptop support

Fig. 3.11 – Panasonic CF-H2

Fig. 3.12 – Opera Duo battery

3.4 Battery charger

Fig. 3.13 – Battery charger

3.5 Spray support

Fig. 3.14 – Spray support

Fig. 3.15 – Example of vertical spray spot marker

Fig. 3.16 – Spray support storage bag

3.6 GPS support

Fig. 3.17 – GPS Support in the storage bag

4.1 Unfold the radar main body

Fig. 4.1 – Unfold the Opera Duo

Fig. 4.3 – Laptop support inclination regulation

Fig. 4.4 – Antenna locking lever for two wheeled version

Fig. 4.5 – Antenna height regulation

4.2 Connect the laptop