Radar Systems Zond-12e User manual

Zond-12e 500A
Ground Penetrating Radar
USER’S MANUAL
Riga, 2019
Darzauglu Str. 1-105, Riga LV-1012, Latvia
Phone/Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.radsys.lv

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1.GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Zond-12e 500A Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) in operating condition consists of two
parts: Control Unit with built-in battery 11.1V 8.7 A*h, integrated with antenna 500A, and
notebook-type computer. (Fig. 1). The computer is connected to the Control Unit via Ethernet
cross cable (Fig. 1). The antenna and the Control Unit are fit into plastic case with two runners as
shown on Fig. 1. Brief description of parts of Zond-12e 500A GPR is given below.
Computer. Any computer may be used for the Zond-12e 500A GPR that is a notebook-type, PC
compatible computer with the operating system Windows 7 / 8 / 10, having Ethernet network
interface card 10/100BaseT. The exchange of information between the computer and the
Control Unit as two peer elements of the network is facilitated by utilizing the TCP/IPv4
protocol. Therefore, prior to connection of the computer to the Control Unit you have to set IP
address of computer as 192.168.0.2 (if this address is occupied or is not accessible, you could
use any address from 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254, except 192.168.0.10. Please, consult with
your network administrator before changing IP addresses).
Set Subnet mask as 255.255.255.0.
The computer performs the following functions: it controls operation modes of the GPR, and
receives, stores, processes and displays data.
Battery. The Zond-12e 500A GPR utilizes Li-Ion battery 11.1 V 8.7 A*h, which is built into the
case under control panel. The status of the battery (voltage and percentage of the charge balance)
is displayed on the computer screen in the settings and data receipt menu. In case of the battery
discharge below the acceptable level, the computer will give a warning signal. Charging of the
built-in battery is done by using the Mascot 2541 charger, which is supplied with the kit.
Control Unit & Antenna. The general view of the Control Unit is shown on Fig. 1. It is
mounted on the top of antenna 500A and has two outgoing cables –Ethernet cable for
connecting to computer and powering cable to be connected to the control panel.
Antenna. The Zond-12e 500A GPR uses shielded high-frequency antenna 500 MHz.
2. PREPARING OF THE GPR FOR OPERATION
Connect the data communication cable to the control unit and to the LAN connector of the
computer as shown in Fig. 1.
Connect the powering cable to appropriate connector on the harness coming out from control
panel.

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Fig.1. Zond-12e 500A Ground Penetrating Radar in shockproof case.
Fig.2. View of shock proof case control panel of Zond-12e 500A GPR.

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2.2. Turning GPR On
1) Turn ON the GPR using switch ON/OFF on control panel. The red light-emitting diode will
light up.
2) Turn on the computer and install the Prism2 software package onto a hard disk using the
flash USB disk supplied with the kit. The installation process is described in the User’s Manual
for Prism2 program. Once the installation is completed, you must perform the actions
prescribed by the Manual in paragraphs 5.1 and 5.2 “Configuring the computer to connect with
Zond-12e GPR Control Unit” and paragraph 6 “What to Do Immediately After Installation”.
3) Run Prism2 program. Main menu as below appears on computer screen.
Fig. 3. Main menu of Prism2 software.
4) Click on Start menu item. Data acquisition menu as below appears on the screen.
Fig. 4. Data acquisition menu.

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Important: From this instant and up to returning back to the Main Menu, all control shall
be made from the keyboard only. This is made specifically for convenient use of the
computer in the field condition. In the Data Acquisition dialog box, use keys

and

to
select Setup and press Enter or Space.
5. Enter Setup menu. Once Setup is activated, the screen shows ZOND SYSTEM 12e SETUP
dialog box and set all the parameters the same as on the picture below. Menu options are selected
using cursor keys and Enter or Space. At the first run signal may be not seen or located not in the
same position as on picture. To set correct position of signal enter Pulse delay menu item and
press “A” key on keyboard to start automatic adjustment. Just adjustment is finished press Enter
and then Close setup menu.
Fig. 5. Setup menu.
Important: Zond-12e 500A GPR has built-in deactivating mechanism, i.e. transmitter is
switched ON only when operator enters SETUP menu item or START data acquisition.
Transmitter switches OFF immediately after operator STOP data acquisition or leaves
SETUP menu item.
2.3. Data acquisition.
Before to start survey please put Ethernet cable into groove on housing case wall and then close
housing GPR case as it is shown on Fig.6. If Ethernet cable is too short it is possible to add one
more cable using the coupler included in accessories kit.

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Fig. 6. Operating configuration of Zond-12e 500A GPR.
Just SETUP menu is closed button START is active. Press Enter or Space key. Display shows
data as on picture below. To stop data acquisition press Esc key or Enter (Space) when STOP
button is active.
Fig. 7. Data acquisition.

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3. CLIMATE OPERATION ENVIRONMENT
3.1. The Zond-12e 500A GPR can be operated at air temperature from 236°K (-10°C) to 313°K
(+40°C) and relative humidity up to 95% at temperature 308°K (+35°C).
3.2. It is allowed operation of the also at lower temperature applying the heat insulating cover
for the control unit.
3.3. It is not recommended to switch on the Zond-12e 500A GPR earlier than after an hour after
its transfer from environment having negative temperature to a warm premise.
3.4. In case of operation of the Zond-12e 500A GPR in conditions of high air temperature
(higher than +40°C) it is not recommended to leave the instrument in place where it can be
affected by direct sun stares.
4. TRANSPORTATION RULES
4.1. In case of observing of rules of packaging of the instrument according to the Operation
Manual it is allowed its transportation in soft and rigid package by railway, road and air transport
without restriction of distance.
5. GUARANTEES
5.1. Radar Systems Inc. guarantees free of charge repair of any components of the Zond-12e
500A GPR and eliminate any defects for one year commencing on the date of purchase under
condition of delivery of failed components to Radar Systems, Inc. address. Warranty does not
extend to the case of mechanical damages due to incorrect use. In all other cases repair is
performed for extra pay.

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6. CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
For the following equipment:
Zond-12e 500A GPR consisting of:
1. Control Unit;
2. Antenna 500A;
is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the
Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility and
Radio Spectrum Matters (99/5/EC), Short range devices, Ground- and Wall-Probing Radars
applications, Low-voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC).
For the evaluation regarding the Directives, the following standards were applied:
1. EN 302 066-2
2. EN 55022
3. EN 61000 –4 –2
4. EN 61000 –4 –3
5. EN 61000 –4 –4
6. EN 61000 –4 –5
7. EN 61000 –4 –6
8. EN 61000 –4 –7
9. EN 61000 –4 –8
10. EN 61000 –4 –11
11. EN 61000 –6 –3
12. EN 61000 –6 –1

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7. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)
FCC ID: 2AUQQ-ZOND12E500A
7.1. Class A Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Operation of this device
is restricted to law enforcement, fire and rescue officials, scientific research institutes,
commercial mining companies, construction companies and private parties operating on behalf
of these groups. Operation by any other party is a violation of 47 U.S.C. § 301 and could subject
the operator to serious legal penalties.
7.2. Coordination Requirements
1. GPR as Ultra-WideBand (UWB) imaging systems require coordination through the FCC
before the equipment may be used. The operator shall comply with any constraints on
equipment usage resulting from this coordination.
2. The users of UWB imaging devices shall supply detailed operational areas to the FCC
Office of Engineering and Technology who shall coordinate this information with the
Federal Government through the National Telecommunications and Information
Administration. The information provided by the UWB operator shall include the name,
address and other pertinent contact information of the user, the desired geographical area of
operation, and the FCC ID number and other nomenclature of the UWB device. This
material shall be submitted to the following address:
Frequency Coordination Branch, OET
Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street, SW
Washington, D.C. 20554
ATTN: UWB Coordination

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3. Users of authorized, coordinated UWB systems may transfer them to other qualified users
and to different locations upon coordination of change of ownership or location to the FCC
and coordination with existing authorized operations.
4. The NTIA/FCC coordination report shall include any needed constraints that apply to day-
to-day operations. Such constraints could specify prohibited areas of operations or areas
located near authorized radio stations for which additional coordination is required before
operation of the UWB equipment. If additional local coordination is required, a local
coordination contact will be provided.
Notice: Use of this device as a wall imaging system is prohibited by FCC regulations.
7.3. GPR Coordination Notice and Equipment Registration (For U.S.
Customers)
Note: This form is only for Domestic United States users. The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) requires that all users of GPR who purchased antennas after July 15th, 2002
register their equipment and areas of operation. If you have purchased any of the antennas listed
in question 6 after July 15th, 2002, you must fill out this form and fax or mail to the FCC.
Failure to do this is a violation of Federal law.
1.
Date
2.
Company Name
3.
Address
4.
Contact Information
[contact name and
phone number]
5.
Area of Operation
[state(s)]
6.
Brand Name
Radar Systems, Inc.
Model
Zond-12e 500A
FCC ID
2AUQQ-ZOND12E500A
7.
Receipt Date of
Equipment
Fax this form to the FCC at: 202-418-1944
or mail to:
Frequency Coordination Branch,
OET Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street, SW
Washington, D.C. 20554
ATTN: UWB Coordination
or fill this form online:
https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ato/service_units/techops/safety_ops
_support/spec_management/library/gprc.cfm
Do not send this information to Radar Systems, Inc. or its representatives

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8. INDUSTRY CANADA (IC)
IC ID: 25515-ZOND12E500A
8.1. Industry Canada Regulations –English
This device complies with RSS-220 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Ground penetrating radar is a field disturbance sensor that operates when in contact with or
within 1 m of the ground for the purpose of detecting or mapping subsurface structures. While
primarily used for examining "underground," the term "ground" can be expanded to mean any
lossy dielectric material. The energy from the GPR is intentionally directed down into the ground
for this purpose.
This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only when in contact with or within 1 m
of the ground.
This Ground Penetrating Radar Device shall be operated only by law enforcement agencies,
scientific research institutes, commercial mining companies, construction companies, and
emergency rescue or firefighting organizations.
8.2. Règlement d'Industrie Canada – Français
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-220 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le
dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout
brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
Un radar à pénétration du sol désigne un capteur de perturbation de champ qui fonctionne en
contact avec le sol ou à au plus 1 m du sol pour détecter ou cartographier des structures situées
sous la surface. Bien que de tels dispositifs soient principalement utilisés pour examiner le «
sous-sol », le terme « sol » peut être étendu pour représenter tout matériau diélectrique avec
pertes. L'énergie émise par le radar à pénétration du sol est intentionnellement dirigée vers le sol
à cet effet.
Ce dispositif radar à pénétration du sol ne doit être utilisé qu'en contact avec le sol ou à au plus 1
m du sol.
Ce dispositif radar à pénétration du sol ne doit être utilisé que par des organismes d'application
de la loi, des établissements de recherche scientifique, des sociétés minières commerciales, des
entreprises de construction, et des organismes d'intervention d'urgence ou de lutte contre les
incendies.

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9. OUR ADDRESS
Radar Systems Inc.,
Darzauglu Street 1-105,
Riga LV-1012,
LATVIA.
Phone: [phone].
E-mail: [e-mail]