OKM Gepard GPR 3D User manual

Gepard GPR 3D
Ground Penetrating Radar
User's Manual

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Preface ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Important notes ......................................................................................................................................... 8
1.2.1 General notes .................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2.2 Possible health hazards .................................................................................................................... 9
1.2.3 Surrounding area .............................................................................................................................. 9
1.2.4 Voltage ............................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2.5 Data safety ......................................................................................................................................... 9
1.3 Maintenance and services ....................................................................................................................... 10
1.4 Danger of e plosion during e cavation ................................................................................................... 10
2 Technical Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Control unit .............................................................................................................................................. 12
2.2 Telescopic shaft ....................................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 Triangular antenna (unshielded) ............................................................................................................. 12
3 Scope of Delivery ............................................................................................................................................. 13
4 Control Elements ............................................................................................................................................. 15
4.1 Control Unit ............................................................................................................................................. 16
4.1.1 General overview ............................................................................................................................. 16
4.1.2 Connector panel .............................................................................................................................. 17
4.2 Triangular Antennas with shafts ............................................................................................................. 18
4.3 Charging adapter ..................................................................................................................................... 18
5 Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................... 20
6 Field procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 25
6.1 Conducting a field measurement ............................................................................................................ 26
6.2 General scanning procedure ................................................................................................................... 28
6.2.1 Scan mode ....................................................................................................................................... 28
6.2.2 Regulation of the number of impulses per scanning path ............................................................. 29
6.3 Special advice for field procedure ........................................................................................................... 30
6.3.1 Orientation of the antennas ............................................................................................................ 31
6.3.2 Parallel or Zig-Zag? ........................................................................................................................ 31
7 Software ........................................................................................................................................................... 33
7.1 Setting up the Android application .......................................................................................................... 34
7.1.1 Download and install the application .............................................................................................. 34
7.1.2 Activate the application ................................................................................................................... 35
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7.1.3 Establish a WiFi connection ............................................................................................................ 35
7.2 Activation ................................................................................................................................................. 37
7.2.1 Activation with QR code ................................................................................................................... 37
7.2.2 Manual activation ............................................................................................................................ 37
7.3 New Scan ................................................................................................................................................. 39
7.3.1 Setting up a GPR measurement ..................................................................................................... 39
7.3.1.1 Establish WiFi connection ....................................................................................................... 39
7.3.1.2 General settings ...................................................................................................................... 39
7.3.1.3 Project title and description .................................................................................................... 40
7.3.1.4 Choosing a scan type .............................................................................................................. 40
7.3.1.5 Choosing the scan mode ......................................................................................................... 41
7.3.1.6 Ma imum depth and soil type ................................................................................................. 42
7.3.2 Conducting a GPR measurement .................................................................................................... 43
7.3.2.1 Measuring in 2D ...................................................................................................................... 43
7.3.2.2 Measuring in 3D ...................................................................................................................... 44
7.4 View scan ................................................................................................................................................. 46
7.4.1 2D view screen ................................................................................................................................ 49
7.4.2 3D view screen ................................................................................................................................ 49
7.4.3 Toolbar menu .................................................................................................................................. 50
7.4.4 Applying filters ................................................................................................................................ 51
7.4.4.1 Bias .......................................................................................................................................... 52
7.4.4.2 E traction ................................................................................................................................ 52
7.4.4.3 Interpolation ............................................................................................................................ 53
7.4.4.4 Envelope .................................................................................................................................. 53
7.4.5 Changing project title and notes ..................................................................................................... 53
7.4.6 Setting field dimensions .................................................................................................................. 54
7.4.7 Showing map files ........................................................................................................................... 55
8 Appendi & References ................................................................................................................................... 57
8.1 Depth Table Calculations ......................................................................................................................... 58
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Illustration Inde
Figure 3.1: Scope of delivery .............................................................................................................................. 14
Figure 4.1: Control unit of Gepard GPR .............................................................................................................. 16
Figure 4.2: Connector panel of the control unit ................................................................................................. 17
Figure 4.3: Triangular antennas with transmitter, receiver and telescopic shafts ........................................... 18
Figure 4.4: Charging the internal batteries ....................................................................................................... 18
Figure 6.1: Holding the Gepard GPR before starting the scan .......................................................................... 27
Figure 6.2: Starting position of a scan area ....................................................................................................... 28
Figure 6.3: Scan modes to measure an area ..................................................................................................... 29
Figure 6.4: Effects of changing the number of impulses and their distance .................................................... 30
Figure 6.5: Different walking speeds during scanning ...................................................................................... 30
Figure 7.1: Main menu ........................................................................................................................................ 34
Figure 7.2: Enabling WiFi ................................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 7.3: Entering Wi-Fi password .................................................................................................................. 36
Figure 7.4: Scan QR code to activate the application ......................................................................................... 37
Figure 7.5: Activation – Entering the serial number .......................................................................................... 38
Figure 7.6: Activation – Entering the activation code ......................................................................................... 38
Figure 7.7: New Scan – Establish WiFi connection ............................................................................................ 39
Figure 7.8: New Scan – General settings ........................................................................................................... 39
Figure 7.9: New Scan – Project title and description ......................................................................................... 40
Figure 7.10: New Scan – Choosing a scan type ................................................................................................. 41
Figure 7.11: New Scan – Selecting the scan mode ............................................................................................ 41
Figure 7.12: New Scan – Ma imum depth and soil type .................................................................................... 42
Figure 7.13: Ready for 2D measurement ........................................................................................................... 43
Figure 7.14: Incoming scan data during 2D measurement ............................................................................... 43
Figure 7.15: Ready for 3D measurement ........................................................................................................... 44
Figure 7.16: Incoming scan data during 3D measurement ............................................................................... 44
Figure 7.17: Applying field dimensions .............................................................................................................. 45
Figure 7.18: View Scan – List of measurements ................................................................................................ 46
Figure 7.19: 2D and 3D representation of a measurement ............................................................................... 47
Figure 7.20: Statusbar of the view screens ........................................................................................................ 48
Figure 7.21: 2D view screen ............................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 7.22: 3D view screen ............................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 7.23: Save and load snapshots ................................................................................................................ 50
Figure 7.24: Filter dialog .................................................................................................................................... 52
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Figure 7.25: Notes dialog ................................................................................................................................... 54
Figure 7.26: Field dimensions dialog ................................................................................................................. 54
Figure 7.27: Create a map file - Alternative 1 .................................................................................................... 55
Figure 7.28: Create a map file - Alternative 1 .................................................................................................... 55
Figure 7.29: Map view ......................................................................................................................................... 55
Figure 8.1: Dielectric reference for various soil attenuation ............................................................................. 58
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1 Introduction
CHAPTER 1
Introduction

8 Introduction
1.1 Preface
Dear Customer,
all of the engineers, sales, training and support staff at OKM GmbH would like to thank you for your purchase
of the Gepard GPR.
The Gepard GPR detector works on the principle of Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). The radar (RAdio
Detection And Ranging) sends a signal into the ground and awaits the reflection of the electrical signal or in
common terms an “echo” of the signal to detect sub-surface anomalies. Besides the detection of metallic
objects, this device is also capable of detecting natural features of the earth like formations of strata,
cavities, voids, faults, and other non-metallic objects. This equipment is best suited at detecting sub-surface
anomalies like, sepulchers, buried treasure, buried utilities, tanks and the like.
The Gepard GPR is able to locate, document and analyze buried objects within various soil conditions,
structures and vessels non-intrusively without having to e cavate the area. Using the GPR is particularly
useful in areas where detection is a must and e cavation is not possible. The easy and fle ible handling of the
Gepard GPR can easily and quickly give reproducible results.
With our team of specialists we guarantee that our products are under recurrent control. Our specialists are
constantly striving to improve the equipment, performance and understanding of the equipment.
By purchasing or using one of our products, we cannot guarantee that during your research you will be
successful and have a find. The recognition of hidden and buried objects depends on a huge number of
factors. As you well may know there are different soil types all over the world with different levels of natural
attenuation. Variable soil properties can and will hamper and alter ultimate scan measurements. Areas
where there is an e treme amount of ground water, varying clays, sands and wet soils making scanning more
difficult and may reduce the ma imum depth capabilities of any and all detection equipment, regardless of
make or model.
For more information regarding where this equipment has been used, operated and tested, please visit our
website or contact a sales representative. Our equipment is under constant testing and improvement. With
this being mentioned, it is possible for material in this handbook to change without prior notice.
It is necessary for our company to protect our developments and all the information learned during the
“Research and Development” phases in creating our technology. We strive to stay within the given framework
of legislation, patents and trademark registration.
Please take the time to read this user manual and familiarize yourself with the operation, functionality and
how to utilize the Gepard GPR. We also offer training for your equipment in our factory. We strive to maintain
a worldwide dealer network for assistance and support. Please visit our web site for more information!
1.2 Important notes
Prior to using the Gepard GPR and its accessories, please read these operating instructions carefully. These
instructions give information on how to use the detector and potential sources where precautions should be
taken.
The Gepard GPR and its accessories serve for the analysis, documentation and detection of sub-surface
anomalies and ground disturbances. The recorded data of the ground structure will be transmitted to an
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electronic device like an Android Tablet PC to give a visual representation of the anomaly. Using our
proprietary software program will assist in visualizing the object.
The Gepard GPR utilizes an unshielded transmitting system to be as portable as possible. It is not
approved for the usage in the EU. Please check the local regulations of your country!
1.2.1 General notes
Being an electronic device, the Gepard GPR has to be treated with caution and treated with care as with all
other electronic devices. Any failure to observe safety precautions or use of the equipment for purposes
other than its intended design may result in damage or destruction of the processing unit and/or its
accessories or connected components.
The device has a built in anti-tampering module which will destroy the unit if it is improperly opened. There
are no end user serviceable parts on the inside of the unit.
1.2.2 Possible health hazards
If used properly this device normally does not pose any health hazards. According to current scientific
knowledge, the high-frequency signals are not harmful to the human body on account of their very low
power.
1.2.3 Surrounding area
When moving this unit from a cold place to a warmer place, watch out for condensation. Do not immediately
operate the unit until any possible condensation could have evaporated. The unit is not weather proof and
water or condensation can destroy the unit.
Avoid strong magnetic fields, which may occur in places where there are large electric motors or unshielded
loudspeakers. Try to avoid using this equipment within 50 meters (150 ft) of this type of equipment.
Metallic objects on the ground such as cans, tin, nails, screws or debris can influence your scan data and
present negative results regarding your scan data. Also it is a good habit to remove any metallic objects off of
your person like cellular telephones, keys, jewelry, etc... Do not wear steel toe boots.
1.2.4 Voltage
Please be aware that the unit is powered by an internal accumulator. Please use only approved chargers for
this unit.
Never connect or use a 110/230 Volt main AC power supply directly!
1.2.5 Data safety
Data errors can occur if:
•the range of the sender module has been e ceeded,
•the power supply of the device or the batteries are too low,
•the unit is operating to close to devices which sends out or causes disturbances
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•atmospheric conditions (electrical storms, lightning, etc...)
1.3 Maintenance and services
In this section you will learn how to maintain your measuring instrument with all included accessories to
keep it in good condition for a long time and to get receive measuring results.
The following list indicates what you absolutely should avoid:
•penetrating water
•strong dirt, sand and dust deposits
•hard impacts or drops
•strong magnetic fields
•operating within metal enclosures
•continued e posure to high heat
To clean your device please use a dry soft rag or cloth. To avoid any damage you should transport the device
and accessories always in the appropriate carrying case.
Prior to using your Gepard GPR please be sure that all batteries and accumulators are fully charged.
To charge e ternal and internal batteries, use only the approved chargers
which are part of the scope of delivery.
1.4 Danger of e plosion during e cavation
Unfortunately, the last two world wars and other conflicts have also made the ground in many places of the
world a potentially e plosive scrap heap. A host of those lethal relics are still buried in the ground. Do not
start digging and hacking for an object wildly when you receive a signal of a piece of metal from your device.
Firstly, you might indeed cause irreparable damage to a truly rare find, and secondly, there is a chance that
the object reacts in an insulted way and strikes back.
Note the color of the ground close to the surface. A red or reddish color of the ground is an indicator of rust
traces. As regards the finds themselves, you should definitely pay attention to their shape. Curved or round
objects should be a sign of alarm, especially if buttons, rings or little pegs can be identified or felt. The same
applies to recognizable ammunition or bullets and shells. Leave that stuff where it is, do not touch anything
and, most importantly, do not take any of it home with you. The killing machines of past wars have made use
of diabolical inventions such as rocker fuses, acid fuses and ball fuses. Those components have been rusting
away in the course of time, and the slightest movement may cause parts of them to break and be triggered.
Even seemingly harmless objects such as cartridges or larger munitions are anything but that. E plosives
may have become crystalline over time, that is, sugar-like crystals have formed.
Moving such an object may cause those crystals to produce friction, leading to an e plosion. If you come
across such relics, mark the place and do not fail to report the find to the police. Such objects always pose a
danger to the life of hikers, walkers, farmers, children and animals.
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2 Technical Specifications
CHAPTER 2
Technical Specifications

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The following technical indications are medial values. During operation small variations are quite possible.
2.1 Control unit
Dimensions (H W D) .......................................................................................................... 450 260 130 mm
Weight ............................................................................................................................................ appro . 1.60 kg
Input (ma .) .................................................................................................................................... 8.4 V DC, 1.0 A
Protection class .............................................................................................................................................. IP 20
Operating Time .............................................................................................................................. appro . 4 hours
Operating Temperature ................................................................................................................ -20 °C to +55 °C
Storage temperature .................................................................................................................... -25 °C to +60 °C
Air humidity ........................................................................................................................................... 5 % – 70 %
Waterproof ......................................................................................................................................................... No
Multiple Transmission Frequency Range ............................................................................... 60 MHz to 300 MHz
Timing/Sampling Adjustments Send/Receive .......................................................................................... 4 Levels
Complete Cycle Measurements ........................................................................................................ 9 per second
Samples ............................................................................................................................................................ 512
Data Transmission Technology ......................................................................................................... WiFi, 2.4 GHz
2.2 Telescopic shaft
Dimensions ..................................................................................................................... 70 60 590 – 1630 mm
Weight ......................................................................................................................................................... 0.80 kg
Built-in battery ............................................................................................................................ 7.26 V, 2600 mAh
Protection class .............................................................................................................................................. IP 20
Operating Temperature ................................................................................................................ -20 °C to +55 °C
Storage temperature .................................................................................................................... -25 °C to +60 °C
Air humidity ........................................................................................................................................... 5 % – 70 %
Waterproof ......................................................................................................................................................... No
2.3 Triangular antenna (unshielded)
Dimensions ............................................................................................................................. 1010 330 50 mm
Weight ......................................................................................................................................................... 1.50 kg
Protection class .............................................................................................................................................. IP 20
Operating Temperature ................................................................................................................ -20 °C to +55 °C
Storage temperature .................................................................................................................... -25 °C to +60 °C
Air humidity ........................................................................................................................................... 5 % – 70 %
Waterproof ......................................................................................................................................................... No
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3 Scope of Delivery
CHAPTER 3
Scope of Deliver
In the following section is a detailed list of all standard equipment shipped with the Gepard GPR. In some
instances the contents may vary depending on customer’s configuration.

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Description Quantity
Control Unit 1
Charging-Adapter with power supply and travel adapter 1
Android Tablet PC 1
User Manual 1
Water and Shock Resistant Peli Case 1
Telescopic shaft 2
Transmitting antenna 1
Receiving antenna 1
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Figure 3.1: Scope of delivery

4 Control Elements
CHAPTER 4
Control Elements
In this section you will learn more about the fundamental use of all control elements for the Gepard GPR
measuring instrument. All connections, inputs and outputs are e plained in detail.

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4.1 Control Unit
The control unit is the processing center of the Gepard GPR. It collects data from the underground and sends
it to an Android Tablet PC, where a graphical representation of underground anomalies is shown.
4.1.1 General overview
Figure 4.1 shows all important parts of the control unit.
Trigger button with LED: This button is the main control for turning on the unit, starting and stopping
measurements as well as turning off the unit. To turn on the Gepard GPR, simply press the trigger button one
time.
The unit will turn on and as a test it will illuminate blue for appro imately 3 seconds, then it will turn
green. Do not press the trigger button during this startup period. The device is ready for operation as
soon as the green LED is illuminated.
To turn off the Gepard GPR, press and hold the trigger button for at least 3 seconds. When the green LED
turns off, you can release the trigger button. The meanings of the LED colors are as follows:
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Connector for
transmitting antenna
Figure 4.1: Control unit of Gepard GPR
Trigger button
with LED
Mounting socket for
telescopic shaft
Connectors for antennas
Tablet holder
with magnets
Handle
Mounting socket for
telescopic shaft

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•Green: The green LED indicates that the Gepard GPR is powered on but no WiFi connection has been
established so far.
•Blue: The blue LED indicates an active WiFi connection between control unit and Tablet PC. It also
indicates the sampling status of the device. As soon as sampling starts the LED will start to blink. If
sampling stops it will shine permanently.
Connectors for antennas: These connectors are used to connect the cables of the antennas. Always make
sure to connect the receiving and transmitting antenna to the correct connector (see section 4.1.2
“Connector panel” for more details).
Mounting socket for telescopic shaft: The mounting sockets are used to mount transmitter and receiver
shafts. Each of the telescopic shafts contains an internal battery that powers the control unit of Gepard GPR.
Furthermore you can adjust its length to adapt the distance of the antennas to the ground surface.
4.1.2 Connector panel
In figure 4.2 is shown, where to connect the telescopic shafts as well as the cables for the transmitting and
receiving antennas.
Mounting socket for telescopic shaft: Here you can mount the telescopic shaft by pushing it into the opening.
The socket that is located on the shaft must fit the mounting socket. At the end it will snap in perfectly.
Please read chapter 5 “Assembly” on page 20 to learn more about mounting the telescopic shafts properly!
Connector for receiving antenna: The connector, that is situated on the silver side of the connector panel, is
used to attach the cable of the receiving antenna. Please pay attention to not interchange the connectors.
Connector for transmitting antenna: The connector, that is situated on the red side of the connector panel, is
used to attach the cable of the transmitting antenna. Please pay attention to not interchange the connectors.
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Figure 4.2: Connector panel of the control unit
Connector for
transmitting antenna
Mounting socket for
telescopic shaft
Connector for
receiving antenna

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4.2 Triangular Antennas with shafts
The Gepard GPR utilizes two triangular antennas: a transmitting antenna as well as a receiving antenna.
Both antennas come with a telescopic shaft that contains a rechargeable battery that powers the control unit
of the Gepard GPR.
Transmitting antenna (red marking): The transmitting antenna is generating signals in the range of 60 MHz
to 300 MHz that will be send into the underground.
Receiving antenna (silver marking): The receiving antenna collects all echos and reflections to calculate
potential anomalies that might e ist in the underground soil.
Telescopic shafts: The telescopic shafts will be used to mount the antennas to the Gepard GPR as well as
supplying the power to the control unit.
4.3 Charging adapter
The charging adapter, as depicted in figure 4.4, is used to charge the internal batteries of the telescopic
shafts. You can either charge only one of the batteries or two batteries at the same time.
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Figure 4.3: Triangular antenna with tran mitter, receiver and tele copic haft
Telescopic shafts
Receiving antenna
(silver marking
Transmitting antenna
(red marking
Figure 4.4: Charging the internal batterie
Input socket for
power supply
Charging connectors
Charging LED

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Charging connectors: Each telescopic shaft has a socket that must be connected to one of the charging
connectors of the charging adapter. Please make sure to place the connector tightly into the socket until it
snaps in securely.
Input socket for power supply: Put the connector of the provided power supply into this input socket to start
the charging process.
Charging LED: As long as the appropriate charging LED is illuminated, the charging process is still in
progress. When the LED switches off, the battery is fully charged.
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5 Assembly
CHAPTER 5
Assembl
This section e plains how to assemble the Gepard GPR and to prepare the unit for operation.
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