Leader Scan User manual

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UWB device to search for buried victims by
detecting movement
Japanese patent: 10-54795
PCT (international patent): PCT/RU2005/000483
Product number
D11.07.023
LEADER Scan –English version
D11.07.024
LEADER Scan –Chinese version

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1INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................6
1.1 Presentation of LEADER Scan............................................................................................6
1.2 Composition of LEADER Scan............................................................................................6
1.3 Detailed technical features..................................................................................................7
2DESCRIPTION OF LEADER Scan............................................................................................8
2.1 Control box..........................................................................................................................8
2.1.1 Description of control box.............................................................................................8
2.1.2 Control box connectors ................................................................................................9
2.1.3 Control keyboard........................................................................................................10
2.1.4 Powering the control box............................................................................................11
2.1.5 External SD card for recording ...................................................................................12
2.1.6 Installation of the sun shade.......................................................................................13
2.2 UWB sensor......................................................................................................................14
2.2.1 UWB sensor connectors.............................................................................................14
2.2.2 Description of the UWB sensor ..................................................................................15
2.2.3 UWB sensor power ....................................................................................................16
2.2.4 Battery charger for the UWB sensor...........................................................................16
2.2.5 Sensor battery charging .............................................................................................17
3USE..........................................................................................................................................19
3.1 Switching the control box on and off..................................................................................19
3.2 Connecting sensor to box..................................................................................................20
3.3 Languages and measurement units ..................................................................................21
3.4 Control screen...................................................................................................................22
4Menu: Description of functions.............................................................................................23
4.1 Xpert mode function..........................................................................................................25
4.2 Adjustment of search parameters......................................................................................26
4.3 Sensitivity function.............................................................................................................27
4.4 Pointer function.................................................................................................................27
4.5 Minimum distance function................................................................................................28
4.6 Maximum distance function (Maxi)....................................................................................28
4.7 Screen brightness function................................................................................................29
4.8 Real time mode function....................................................................................................29
4.9 Automatic mode function...................................................................................................30
4.10 Source function.................................................................................................................32

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4.11 Record function.................................................................................................................35
4.12 Right/Left hand function ....................................................................................................36
5Use in the field........................................................................................................................37
5.1 Physical positioning of UWB sensor..................................................................................37
5.2 Detection through materials...............................................................................................39
5.3 Recommendations ............................................................................................................40
5.4 Usage advice ....................................................................................................................40
5.5 Interpreting the signal on the oscillogram..........................................................................41
5.6 Automatic and Real Time modes.......................................................................................43
5.7 Define the search distances..............................................................................................44
5.8 Defining the sensor sensitivity...........................................................................................44
5.9 Storage .............................................................................................................................45
6APPENDIX...............................................................................................................................46
7OPTIONS.................................................................................................................................47
8MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................47
9TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................................47
10 WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................51

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Presentation of LEADER Scan
LEADER Scan uses UWB (Ultra Wide Band) technology to survey debris. It can be used to
detect and locate victims buried under rubble after landslides, avalanches, collapses, explosions,
etc. The victims are located using movement detection. This movement can be as small as the
thoracic movements caused by breathing.
For the device to work well, it is important to properly understand its limits depending on
the environment in which it is used. For example, LEADER Scan cannot detect a victim
who is behind or under a solid metal screen or water. It is not intended for detection
through damp conducting materials like wet clay, etc. However it is able to detect
through dry materials like wood, brick, concrete, etc...
Reinforced concrete will be more difficult to scan (see Directions for Use chapter).
1.2 Composition of LEADER Scan
•1 UWB sensor (fixed in a shock-proof and watertight orange case).
•1 special USB cable: 1 x 5 m (4.5x15ft).
•2 batteries for the sensor (battery life: 5 hours each).
•1 battery charger for the sensor.
•1 control box with a screen, keyboard and support straps (shoulder strap and handle).
1 fixed antenna to fix onto the control box for wireless communication with the sensor.
•1 rechargeable battery pack to power the control box (battery life: 5 hours).
•1 x 100/240V 50/60Hz charger unit, delivered with 1 international adapter set.
•1 emergency battery pack for 10 x AAA batteries - not supplied (battery life with Lithium
batteries: 2 hours).
•1 sun shade.
•1 technical and instruction manual.
•1 backpack to transport the Leader Scan and its accessories.
•1 watertight and shock-proof transport case for all the equipment listed above.
Please note: Do not damage the USB cable if storing it under the sensor’s cover.

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Important: Follow the instructions for use in this manual. If you do not, the device may
not work correctly.
•Carefully read the leaflet before use.
•Handle the device carefully, do not drop it and do not subject it to strong impacts.
•Do not dismantle the product as this will void the warranty.
•Do not try to repair this product or replace parts (unless the manual gives you specific
instructions on how to do this). Any maintenance or repairs should be carried out by
your local dealer or the LEADER maintenance department.
1.3 Detailed technical features
Please refer to the product technical file available on our website www.leader-group.eu
UWB sensor
(lid open)
Control box
Watertight and
shock-proof
transport case

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2 DESCRIPTION OF LEADER Scan
2.1 Control box
2.1.1 Description of control box
➢The polypropylene control box is made up of:
•1 x 7in TFT 16/9 bright colour screen.
•1 keyboard to adjust settings and browse through different menus.
•1 rechargeable fixed battery pack.
•1 fixed antenna to communicate with the sensor.
•1 watertight connector without a cap to connect the UWB sensor in wired USB mode
•1 watertight cap to screw onto the antenna connector when not in use.
•1 Bump protector on the edge for improved shock resistance.
•4 hooks to fix the carry strap and the handle.
•Dimensions: L24xH15.2xD5.1cm
•Weight: 1.38kg
•Battery life: up to 5 hours
➢The control box:
•1 ergonomic graphic interface including an intuitive menu with English captions.
•Can be reversed for use by a right or left handed operator (“Left/right hand” function to
select in the menu).
•IP54: Protected against dust. No harmful deposits.
Protected against water splashes from all directions.
•Possible connection with USB sensor: WiFi or USB cable.
•Supplied with sun shade.
•Supplied with micro SD card.
•For daily cleaning, use a soft dry cloth.
•Never use solvents or alcohols of any kind to avoid discolouration and/or distortion of
the device.
•Avoid impact or high pressure exerted on the screen.

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2.1.2 Control box connectors
To make it easier to connect accessories, each female connector for the control box is marked with
a colour code and symbol.
The USB connector is marked with the USB symbol
and a red colour code to connect to the male connector
with the USB cable’s red sleeve.
The male connector is a “push & pull” connector.
The male and female connectors have a key and are
marked with a red circle join and connect them:
To disconnect the connector, you just need to pull on
the male connector's sliding ring.
The USB connector is used to connect the UWB sensor
in wired mode. It does not have a cap as it is watertight
even when not connected.
The antenna connector is
marked with the icon and a
black colour code to connect
the antenna.
The antenna is screwed into
the connector:
A watertight cap can be used
when the antenna is not in use.
It is attached to the box with a
small chain.

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2.1.3 Control keyboard
The keyboard has photoluminescent buttons to make them easier to see in the dark. The keyboard
is reversible so it can be used by a right or left-handed operator. To move from one to the other,
the corresponding function must be selected.
View in “Right hand use mode”:
Selection button:
- Select the following functions in
the menu: Pointer, Mini, Maxi,
Brightness
- Start Record function
- Select Left/Right hand function
- Select Expert mode (if the menu does
not appear)
Menu button:
- Display/hide the menu
Up + / Down - buttons:
- Navigate up/down the menu.
- Adjusting the following functions
once selected in the menu: Pointer,
Mini, Maxi, Brightness
ON/OFF button
Starting the control box by pressing it.
To switch off, hold for 2 seconds.
Right and left buttons:
- Adjusting the Sensitivity function
- Selecting Auto or File settings in
the Source function
Duplicate buttons
- Identical function to upper buttons
- Useful when box used in left hand mode

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2.1.4 Powering the control box
The LEADER Scan control box is delivered with a polymer lithium battery pack with a 5 hour battery
life which is inserted into the back of the control box.
The battery can be charged whilst in the box, but the box cannot be used
Charging can take place between 0°C min and 45°C max using the supplied charger.
During recharging, an LED located on the charger gives the following indications:
•Green: battery charged or battery not connected to the charger.
•Red: battery charging.
During operation, if the battery pack is flat, the user can either use another battery
pack (provided as an option) or the emergency battery pack in place of the battery
pack. The emergency battery pack requires 10 x AAA lithium batteries
(batteries not provided).
The battery pack can ONLY be recharged with the supplied charger unit. It can be used
with 100/240v AC - 50/60Hz.
International adaptors allow the battery pack to be recharged using all standard US, Australian,
European and UK sockets.
Once the device is switched on and application started, an icon representing the battery pack’s
charge level is displayed on the top left of the screen.
Battery pack
Charger unit
Sector adapters
5 successive icons to symbolise the control box
battery pack’s charge level.
Icon displayed when using the emergency
battery pack.

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2.1.5 External SD card for recording
A Class 10 micro SD card is inserted into the reader of every delivered control box.
The number of recordings depends on their duration. However as an indication, taking the example
of an average recording of 500KB, the SD card can hold up to 8000 recordings.
The micro SD card reader is located under a panel on the back of the box. To access it, remove
the battery pack.
Recordings cannot be deleted from the control box. You must use a computer. To do this, insert
the micro SD card into the micro SD adapter (adapter supplied). Then insert the adapter into a
computer with a card reader. Open the corresponding folder to delete the files. The recordings
cannot be viewed on a computer.
Access panel
Micro SD card reader
Micro SD card

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2.1.6 Installation of the sun shade
If there is bright sunlight, the sun shade makes the screen darker to make it easier to read. To affix
the sun shade on the control box, it must be positioned correctly on the front as indicated.
The red lines indicate the correct position.
The elastic bands make it easy and
quick to position.
It is stored flat to make it easy to
transport. An elastic band on the side
keeps it flat and allows it to be affixed
to the control box.

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2.2 UWB sensor
2.2.1 UWB sensor connectors
Open UWB sensor
Endura CUE D75 battery on its base. To
replace the batteries, see the “Sensor power”
section.
WiFi antenna to communicate in wireless
mode with the control box.
1/ USB connector to connect the UWB
sensor in wired mode to the control box.
2/ Watertight cap for USB connector to
protect it when not in use.
3/ ON/OFF button to switch on the UWB
sensor. If the batteries are OK, the button
turns green. If the battery level is low,
the button starts to flash.
4/ The male USB connector allowing wired
connection between the control box and UWB
sensor connects to the female USB
connector. It screws tight to be watertight and
to avoid it being pulled out.
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2.2.2 Description of the UWB sensor
The sensor detects movement in a cone area in a vertical position.
The dimensions of the cone can vary depending on the nature of the debris.
Material
Pelicase ABS type case
Technology
UWB (Ultra-Wide Band)
Search distance
Up to 30m (90ft) in an unobstructed space for wide movements
Search volume
Variable depending on type of terrain: approximately 1050m3
(28280ft³) based on 10m (30ft) search in soil
Dimensions
430 x 244 x 341mm
Weight
≈6.1kg (without battery) and ≈6.7kg (with battery)
Battery life
Up to 5 hours with an Endura CUE D75 battery
Power
9 to 16 V/CC
➢Communication between the control box and the sensor:
•Wired watertight USB connection (5m (15ft) cable) which ensures excellent operation if there is
significant interference which does not allow the use of WiFi.
•WiFi connection with control box when conditions allow. 20-30m (60-90ft) scope in the field and
around 50m in free field conditions.

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2.2.3 UWB sensor power
The LEADER Scan sensor power is 9 to 16 V. This is not dangerous for the operator but, in order to
avoid any risk with the batteries, battery chargers, etc. Respect the security guidelines set out in
the instruction manuals for these accessories.
Once the device is switched on and application started, an icon representing the UWB sensor battery
pack’s charge level is displayed on the top left of the screen. 5 icons to symbolise charge level:
2.2.4 Battery charger for the UWB sensor
Polymer-lithium rechargeable
battery
ENDURA CUE D75
Capacity
4.9Ah, 73Wh
Voltage
14.8 V
Maximum voltage
16.8 V
Average battery life
5 hours
Charging temperature
0 C° / +40 C°
Operating temperature
-20 C° / +45 C°
Storage temperature
0 C° / +40 C°
Size
97 x 146 x 38 mm
Weight
620 g
ENDURA V-MOUNT charger
VL-VPC1 IDX
Input voltage
100 to 240 VCA - 50/60Hz
CUE D75 charging time
4.5 hours
Operating temperature
0 C° / +40 C°
Size
83 х 142 х 28 mm
Weight
360 g

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2.2.5 Sensor battery charging
1. Connect the CA plug
of the VL-VPC1 IDX charger
to the 100-240V socket.
2. Place the ENDURA CUE D75
battery in the charger.
Battery charged
The red LED turns
red.
The charging starts
automatically if the battery
is not fully charged.
The red LED
starts to flash.
3. When charging
is complete:
The red LED turns
red.
The approximate charge time
for 1 completely flat battery is
4.5 hours.
3. Once fully charged, remove
the battery from the charger
base using the push button on
the side.

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•Checking remaining battery life:
To check the remaining battery life, press the side button. If the 3 LEDs switch on, this means that
the battery is fully charged.
•Battery storage (control box and sensor):
If the batteries are not used for over 3 months, they must be stored at a temperature of 0 to 40°C
and a charge level of 50 to 70%. We recommend charging the batteries every 3 months.

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3 USE
3.1 Switching the control box on and off
➢Place a charged battery in the box.
Start: Press the On/Off button
•A welcome screen appears whilst the software starts up.
•When the device has started, this start screen appears if the sensor is not connected
(WiFi or USB):
The icon indicates that there is no SD card inserted, it can appear briefly during
start-up even if an SD card is inserted whilst it is detecting it.
The icon indicates that there is an SD card inserted containing recordings.
The icon indicates that there is an SD card inserted without recordings.

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From the start screen you can:
- Read the files on the SD card by pressing on Menu, only available if the recording
files are stored on the SD card.
Or
- Connect the sensor to the box.
Or
- Switch off the box. To switch off the control box, press and hold the ON/OFF button
for 2 seconds.
A message appears indicating that you should not remove the battery before it disappears.
POWER OFF
While device is turning off,
make sure battery is not removed to protect software
Comply with this message so that the software shuts down correctly to ensure that it works correctly
when next started.
3.2 Connecting sensor to box
➢Connecting the sensor with WiFi:
- Affix the antenna to the box.
- Place a charged battery in the sensor.
- Switch on the sensor by pressing the On/Off button, the button should light up.
➢The sensor connects automatically and the following screen appears:
- In WiFi mode, the device displays this icon in the top left.
5 successive WiFi signal levels are defined to illustrate the connection level.