OKM eXp 4500 User manual

eXp 4500
Version 2.0
User's Manual

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
1.1 Preface ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2 Important Notes ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.2.1 General Notes ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.2.2 Possible Health Hazards .................................................................................................................................... 11
1.2.3 Surrounding Area ................................................................................................................................................ 11
1.2.4 Voltage ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
1.2.5 Data safety .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
1.3 Maintenance and Services ........................................................................................................................................... 12
1.4 Danger of Explosion during Excavation ...................................................................................................................... 12
2 Install/Uninstall USB drivers on Windows ........................................................................................................................... 15
2.1 Windows XP .................................................................................................................................................................. 16
2.1.1 Install USB drivers on Windows XP .................................................................................................................... 16
2.1.2 Uninstall USB drivers on Windows XP ............................................................................................................... 19
2.2 Windows Vista .............................................................................................................................................................. 22
2.2.1 Install USB drivers on Windows Vista ................................................................................................................ 22
2.2.2 Update USB drivers on Windows Vista ............................................................................................................... 24
2.2.3 Uninstall USB drivers on Windows Vista ............................................................................................................ 28
2.3 Windows 7 .................................................................................................................................................................... 29
2.3.1 Install USB drivers on Windows 7 ...................................................................................................................... 29
2.3.2 Uninstall USB drivers on Windows 7 .................................................................................................................. 34
3 Technical Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................... 35
3.1 eXp 4500 Control Unit .................................................................................................................................................. 36
3.2 Computer, Minimum Requirements (not included) .................................................................................................... 36
3.3 Super Sensor ............................................................................................................................................................... 36
3.4 GPR 25 cm .................................................................................................................................................................... 37
3.5 GPR 50 cm .................................................................................................................................................................... 37
3.6 GPR 75 cm .................................................................................................................................................................... 37
3.7 GPR 100 cm .................................................................................................................................................................. 37
3.8 Tunnel Sensor .............................................................................................................................................................. 37
4 Scope of Delivery .................................................................................................................................................................. 39
5 Control Elements .................................................................................................................................................................. 41
5.1 Overview of the eXp 4500 ............................................................................................................................................. 42
5.2 Control Unit .................................................................................................................................................................. 43
5.2.1 Front View ........................................................................................................................................................... 43
5.2.2 Rear View ............................................................................................................................................................ 44
5.2.3 Side View ............................................................................................................................................................. 44
6 Assembly ............................................................................................................................................................................... 45
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7 Operating Modes .................................................................................................................................................................. 47
7.1 Ground Scan ................................................................................................................................................................. 49
7.1.1 New Ground Scan ............................................................................................................................................... 49
7.2 Pinpointer ..................................................................................................................................................................... 52
7.3 Magnetometer ............................................................................................................................................................. 54
7.4 Tunnel Scan .................................................................................................................................................................. 55
7.4.1 New Tunnel Scan ................................................................................................................................................ 56
7.4.2 Scan Technique ................................................................................................................................................... 56
7.5 Mineral Scan ................................................................................................................................................................ 59
7.5.1 New Mineral Scan ............................................................................................................................................... 60
7.5.2 Scan Technique ................................................................................................................................................... 60
7.5.3 Scan Analysis ...................................................................................................................................................... 62
7.5.3.1 Additional Examples .................................................................................................................................. 65
7.5.4 Determining Position of Anomaly ....................................................................................................................... 66
7.6 Browse Scans .............................................................................................................................................................. 67
7.7 Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................ 69
7.8 Exit ................................................................................................................................................................................ 70
8 Field procedure ..................................................................................................................................................................... 71
8.1 6 Major Rules to Follow ............................................................................................................................................... 72
8.2 General scanning procedure ....................................................................................................................................... 73
8.2.1 Scan Mode ........................................................................................................................................................... 73
8.2.2 Regulation of the number of impulses per scanning path ................................................................................ 74
8.3 Special notes for field procedure ................................................................................................................................ 76
8.3.1 Orientation of probe ............................................................................................................................................ 77
8.3.2 Parallel or Zig-Zag? ............................................................................................................................................ 77
8.3.3 Manual or automatic impulse mode? ................................................................................................................ 77
8.3.4 Tips from the trainers themselves ..................................................................................................................... 78
9 Scanning Techniques ............................................................................................................................................................ 81
9.1 Super Sensor ............................................................................................................................................................... 82
9.1.1 Super Sensor Training Marks ............................................................................................................................. 83
9.1.2 Super Sensor Orientation ................................................................................................................................... 83
9.2 Control Scans ............................................................................................................................................................... 85
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Illustration Index
Figure 2.1: Install USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 1 ......................................................................................................... 16
Figure 2.2: Install USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 2 ......................................................................................................... 16
Figure 2.3: Install USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 3 ......................................................................................................... 17
Figure 2.4: Install USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 4 ......................................................................................................... 17
Figure 2.5: Install USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 5 ......................................................................................................... 18
Figure 2.6: Install USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 6 ......................................................................................................... 18
Figure 2.7: Uninstall USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 1 .................................................................................................... 19
Figure 2.8: Uninstall USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 2 .................................................................................................... 19
Figure 2.9: Uninstall USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 3 .................................................................................................... 20
Figure 2.10: Uninstall USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 4 .................................................................................................. 20
Figure 2.11: Uninstall USB drivers: Windows XP, Step 5 .................................................................................................. 21
Figure 2.12: Install USB drivers: Windows Vista, Step 1 ................................................................................................... 22
Figure 2.13: Install USB drivers: Windows Vista, Step 2 ................................................................................................... 22
Figure 2.14: Install USB drivers: Windows Vista, Step 3 ................................................................................................... 23
Figure 2.15: Install USB drivers: Windows Vista, Step 4 ................................................................................................... 23
Figure 2.16: Install USB drivers: Windows Vista, Step 5 ................................................................................................... 23
Figure 2.17: Update USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 1 ............................................................................................. 24
Figure 2.18: Update USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 2 ............................................................................................. 24
Figure 2.19: Update USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 3 ............................................................................................. 25
Figure 2.20: Update USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 4 ............................................................................................. 25
Figure 2.21: Update USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 5 ............................................................................................. 26
Figure 2.22: Update USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 6 ............................................................................................. 26
Figure 2.23: Update USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 7 ............................................................................................. 27
Figure 2.24: Uninstall USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 1 .......................................................................................... 28
Figure 2.25: Uninstall USB drivers on Windows Vista, Step 2 .......................................................................................... 28
Figure 2.26: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 1 ................................................................................................... 29
Figure 2.27: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 2 ................................................................................................... 29
Figure 2.28: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 3 ................................................................................................... 29
Figure 2.29: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 4 ................................................................................................... 30
Figure 2.30: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 5 ................................................................................................... 30
Figure 2.31: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 6 ................................................................................................... 31
Figure 2.32: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 7 ................................................................................................... 31
Figure 2.33: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 8 ................................................................................................... 32
Figure 2.34: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 9 ................................................................................................... 32
Figure 2.35: Install USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 10 ................................................................................................. 33
Figure 2.36: Uninstall USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 1 ............................................................................................... 34
Figure 2.37: Uninstall USB drivers on Windows 7 - Step 2 ............................................................................................... 34
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Figure 5.1: Control unit with standard GPR probe and Super Sensor .............................................................................. 42
Figure 5.2: Control unit, front view .................................................................................................................................... 43
Figure 5.3: Control unit, front view .................................................................................................................................... 44
Figure 5.4: Side View of eXp 4500 ...................................................................................................................................... 44
Figure 6.1: Connection of probe ......................................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 6.2: Connection of Power Pack ............................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 6.3: Connection of Joystick ..................................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 7.1: Ground Scan ..................................................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 7.2: Ground Scan – Parameter ............................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 7.3: Parallel or Zig-Zag ........................................................................................................................................... 50
Figure 7.4: Select parameters and start first scan line .................................................................................................... 50
Figure 7.5: Continue with next scan line and/or save the scan ........................................................................................ 51
Figure 7.6: Graphical Representation of a Measurement in Operating Mode Ground Scan ........................................... 51
Figure 7.7: Pinpointer ......................................................................................................................................................... 52
Figure 7.8: Signature of a ferromagnetic metal target ..................................................................................................... 52
Figure 7.9: Signature of a non-ferromagnetic metal target ............................................................................................. 53
Figure 7.10: Signature of a non-metallic target ................................................................................................................ 53
Figure 7.11: eXp 4500 Main Menu ...................................................................................................................................... 54
Figure 7.12: Tunnel Scan .................................................................................................................................................... 56
Figure 7.13: Tunnel shown in multi-line scan ................................................................................................................... 56
Figure 7.14: Tunnel scan in Turkey, submitted by a customer ......................................................................................... 56
Figure 7.15: Single line method used to locate tunnel ..................................................................................................... 58
Figure 7.16: Mineral Scan .................................................................................................................................................. 60
Figure 7.17: Save completed Mineral Scan ....................................................................................................................... 61
Figure 7.18: Visualizer 3D Screen shot .............................................................................................................................. 62
Figure 7.19: Side View of Scan Area .................................................................................................................................. 62
Figure 7.20: Natural Mineral Field ..................................................................................................................................... 63
Figure 7.21: Natural Mineral Field (additional example) .................................................................................................. 63
Figure 7.22: Example showing the typical signal of non-ferrous metal ........................................................................... 64
Figure 7.23: Shows a weak signal which can be smaller or deeper. ................................................................................ 65
Figure 7.24: Measure value indicating a non-ferrous anomaly ........................................................................................ 65
Figure 7.25: Position of anomaly with distance ................................................................................................................. 66
Figure 7.26: Menu: Browse scans and select stored measurement ................................................................................ 67
Figure 7.27: Language Icon ................................................................................................................................................ 69
Figure 7.28: Settings Menu ................................................................................................................................................ 69
Figure 7.29: Date icon ......................................................................................................................................................... 69
Figure 7.30: Time Icon ........................................................................................................................................................ 69
Figure 7.31: Volume Icon .................................................................................................................................................... 69
Figure 7.32: Reset to Factory Default Icon ........................................................................................................................ 69
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Figure 7.33: Exit Icon .......................................................................................................................................................... 70
Figure 8.1: Starting position of a scan area ....................................................................................................................... 73
Figure 8.2: Scan modes to measure an area ..................................................................................................................... 74
Figure 8.3: Effects of changing the number of impulses and their distance ................................................................... 75
Figure 8.4: Comparison of low and high number of impulses .......................................................................................... 75
Figure 8.5: Different walking speeds during scanning ..................................................................................................... 76
Figure 9.1: Position of Super Sensor ................................................................................................................................. 82
Figure 9.2: Add additional marks to the Super Sensor aids in the scan. ......................................................................... 83
Figure 9.3: Super Sensor Wrong Orientation .................................................................................................................... 84
Figure 9.4: Control Scan the same line in both directions. ............................................................................................... 85
Figure 9.5: Traditional control scan procedure ................................................................................................................. 86
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1 Introduction
CHAPTER 1
Introduction

10 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 eXp
4500.
The eXp 4500 detector works on the principle of Electro-Magnetic Signature Reading (EMSR). 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, ground water and other non-metallic objects. Then of course this equipment is best suited at detecting
burials, graves, sepulchers, treasure, buried utilities, tanks and the like.
The eXp 4500 is able to locate, document and analyze buried objects within various structures and vessels non-intrusively
without having to excavate the area. Using EMSR is particularly useful in areas where detection is a must and excavation
is not possible. The facile and flexible handling of the eXp 4500 can easily and quickly give reproducible results.
With our team of specialists we guarantee that our products are under recurrent control. Our specialists try to implement
new developments in terms of further quality improvements for you.
By purchasing or using one of our products, we cannot guarantee that during your research that 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 extreme amount of ground water,
varying clays, sands and wet soils making scanning more difficult and may reduce the maximum depth capabilities of any
and all detection equipment, regardless of make or model.
For more information regarding where this equipment has been used and operated, please visit our website. Our
equipment is constantly being tested and when improvements or upgrades are available, we will list them also on our
website.
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 your time to read this User Manual and familiarize yourself with the operation, functionality and how to
utilize the eXp 4500. We also offer training for your equipment in our factory and on-site. We strive to maintain worldwide
dealer network for assistance and support. Please visit our web site for more information.
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1.2 Important Notes
Prior to using the eXp 4500 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 eXp 4500 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 a PC to give a visual
representation using our proprietary software program. Any additional notes to the software should be observed. Please
read the user manual of the software!
1.2.1 General Notes
Being an electronic device, the eXp 4500 has to be treated with caution and treated with care as with any electronic
device. Any failure to observe the safety precautions given or any use for purposes other than the ones it is designed for
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 low power.
1.2.3 Surrounding Area
When moving this unit from a cold environment to a warmer environment, 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. Voltage
The power supply should not be outside the indicated range of values. Use only approved chargers, batteries and
rechargeable batteries which are included in the scope of delivery.
Never use the 115/230 Volt mains supply.
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