SEEKER SPR

Hardware Manual
Version 2.1

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 Table of Contents SEEKER SPR COMPONENTS
The SPR 500M is being used in the below example and for the
Assembly of Parts instructions in this document.
SEEKER SPR COMPONENTS 3
1
SEEKER SPR PARTS LIST 4
4
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS 6
4
GENERAL ANTENNA 6 5 6
CONTROLLER 7
HEAD ELECTRONICS 8 3
TRACKERCART 9 2

ASSEMBLY OF PARTS 10

LIMITATIONS ON USING THE SEEKER SPR 32

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TOUCH SCREEN 33
(Maintenance and Operation
1 SPR Controller
MAINTAINING THE SEEKER SPR SYSTEM 34 2 SPR 500 MHz Antenna with
enclosed Head Electronics
CLEANING THE SEEKER SPR SYSTEM 35 3 Battery
4 2m Data Cable
5 1m Power Cable
6 Trackercart
7 Rough Terrain Attachment

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SEEKER SPR PARTS LIST SEEKER SPR PARTS LIST (continued)
ANTENNAE POWER SUPPLIES

1000 MHz
250 MHz

12V/12Ah Battery Universal A/C Cord

Battery Pack Charger Input Mains
500 MHz 2000 MHz
TRACKERCART/HANDLES

CONTROLLER HEAD ELECTRONICS

Trackercart
Rough Terrain
System
Attachment

ANTENNA WITH ENCODER

Pull Handle
Assembly for
Pull Handle 1000 MHz
Assembly for Antenna
CABLES 500 MHz and 250 MHz
Antennas

2 m Data/ 25 m Data/ 1 m Controller

Control Control Power Cable
Cable Cable

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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS DESCRIPTION OF PARTS (continued)
GENERAL ANTENNA CONTROLLER

500 MHz
Front View

3 4 6
3

5 2
1
1 500 MHz
Back View Located on the right side of the Controller,
4 5 6 each port is labelled:
1 Power ON/OFF
2 2 USB Ports (2)
3 Power Inlet 10-18V DC
1 Head Electronics Unit
2 Wear Tray 4 Head Electronics Connector
3 Handle Brackets 5 Fuse
4 REMOTE Port
5 CONTROLLER Port 6 Peripheral Interface
6 ENCODER Port

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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS (continued) DESCRIPTION OF PARTS (continued)
HEAD ELECTRONICS TRACKERCART
1
The Head Electronics Unit can
be used with each of the antenna
Upper Clevis
models. It is pre-installed but is
interchangeable between other Handle
antenna models. 2 3 4
Front Upper & Lower
Tube Assembly
1 Locking Screws
2 REMOTE Socket Adaptor Block
3 CONTROLLER Socket
4 ENCODER Socket Lower Clevis
A-Frame Bag
(holds Battery)

A-Frame with Wheels

1 2 3 4
Back
The cables are numbered and align to their
respective ports on the back of the Head
Electronics.
Pictured: 500 MHz system without Rough Terrain Attachment
1 Locking Lanyard
2 SK 2 TRANSMIT TRIGGER
3 SK 1 TRANSMITTER REFERNCE
4 SK3 RECEIVER INPUT

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)
The parts to the SEEKER SPR 500M are packed in carry bags.
As each bag is unpacked, it can be repacked in the opposite order. Push forward on the A-Frame Bag to reveal
This order provides maximum protection for each of the compo-
the Velcro Tie-Down.
nents. Assembly of the system is demonstrated as follows:

Handles

Upper and
Lower
Tube
Assembly
A-Frame
Assembly

Unwrap the velcro and remove the

A-Frame Assembly.
A-Frame Bag

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

Velcro flap for Upper Clevis

Lower Clevis (holds Antenna)

Velcro tie-downs for Upper and

Upper Clevis (holds Controller)
Lower Clevis circled in red

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

Locate the Upper and Lower Tube As-

sembly.

Attach the Lower Tube Asssembly to

the A-Frame.

Note the alignment pins in Lower Tube.

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Slide Upper Tube into

Lower Tube at least 5mm
past red dot on Upper Tube.

Tighten with
Slotted “keyway” in Upper Tube aligns lever turning
with alignment pins in Lower Tube. clockwise.

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

Upper & Lower Tube attached to A-Frame Assembly.

Attach Lower Clevis. Tighten Clamp with lever.

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Attach Lower Clevis to Antenna and insert locking pins

Attach Upper Clevis. Tighten clamp with Lever

Attach the two Handles.

Insert one handle over each
of the arms of the Upper
Clevis. Secure with lock-
ing pins.

Shown assembled without Rough Terrain Attachment

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

The Rough Terrain Attachment is optional.

The assembly order of the Antenna varies

slightly with the Rough Terrain Attachment.

Attach Lower Clevis to the Rough Terrain Attachment

and secure with locking pins.

Insert Antenna into Rough Terrain Attachment and

secure with locking pins.

Antenna assembled with Trackercart

and Rough Terrain Attachment.

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

Before attaching the cables, remove the dust caps from the
circular connectors on the Head Electronics and the Controller.

Insert the Battery into the bag on the A-Frame.

The Connector should face upward.

The Encoder Cable is already attached to the A-Frame.

Connect the free end of the Encoder Cable to the Head
Electronics.

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

Battery Cable 1m Power Cable

Wind the 1m Power Cable around the Tube Assembly.

Locate the 1m Power Cable and connect it

to the Battery Cable.

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

Locate the 2m Data Cable. Connect the female

end of the Data Cable to the connector labelled
“Controller” on the Head Electronics.

Align Guides on the Controller to the

Pillars on the Upper Clevis Assembly.

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ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued) ASSEMBLY OF PARTS (continued)

Connect the 2 m Data Cable to the Head

Electronics port on the Controller.

Connect the 1 m Power Cable to the

Secure the Controller to the Upper
Power Inlet port on the Controller.
Clevis using the locking screws.
Do not over-tighten.

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LIMITATIONS ON USING THE SEEKER SPR TOUCH SCREEN (Maintenance and Operation)

The SEEKER SPR has been designed to be a field rugged
surveying system. It is perfectly suited for use in a wide variety
of environments and conditions. There are some conditions
where use of the SEEKER SPR should be avoided:
Environments where the SPR has not been designed to operate:
• In temperatures greater than 140 degrees Farenheit or less
than 32 degrees Farenheit
• Immersion in any liquid
Environments where certain legal requirements or design
criteria need to be met before operation is permitted.
Operating the touch screen simply involves the use of a finger
to touch the required button on the screen. A stylus or other
pointed object may be used on the screen but do not use any
sharp objects such as screwdrivers, knives, etc. since such ob-
jects will damage the screen.
Excessive amounts of water on the screen should be wiped off,
as it may cause interference. The only screen maintenance
needed is the occasional cleaning with a soft cloth.
DO NOT USE AMMONIA BASED CLEANERS!
To activate right click, press and hold for 1.5 seconds.

• The SPR is not an intrinsically safe device, therefore, its use

in confined spaces, particularly where there is a potential of
explosive gases, is not recommended.
• The user should ensure that all licensing requirements
applicable to the country of operation are met.

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MAINTAINING THE SEEKER SPR SYSTEM CLEANING THE SEEKER SPR SYSTEM

The SEEKER SPR should require a minimum of maintenance to The Controller and Antennas can simply be cleaned using a
keep it serviceable. Please bear in mind that while it is rugged damp cloth to wipe away the inevitable build-up of dirt. Clean-
and designed for field use, it is not indestructible! The following ing solvents should be avoided as these can adversely affect the
guidelines are recommended: system finish.

• When disassembling the system, always store the components The touch screen should be cleaned using a soft cloth to prevent
in their carry bags. scratching.
• Avoid knocking, banging or dropping the Controller.
• NEVER immerse the radar in water.
• Avoid changing antennas in the rain or in dusty NEVER use ammonia or ammonia-based cleaners on the
environments as this can allow moisture and dirt to get into touch screen.
the antenna through the Head Electronics opening.
• Always ensure that the circular connector dust caps are
replaced when not in use. Occasionally empty and thoroughly clean the carry bags.
• Check that all the connectors are free from dirt and moisture.
• Store cables in a clean and dirt free state.
• Do not put unnecessary strain on any connector. Under no circumstances should the system be immersed in
• Avoid storing the radar wet. If the system must be packed water or cleaned with a pressurized water hose!!
in a wet or damp state, remove it and dry it at the very first
opportunity.
• If the power inlet fuse fails, always replace it with the same
type: 5 Amp 250V Ac 20mm x 5mm quick blow.
• Installation of third party software will invalidate the
warranty and could compromise the integrity of the radar
software.

Manufactured in the USA

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