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  1. questionHow to return equipment to Geometrics for repair
    Geometrics requires an RMA# included with your shipment back to our office in San Jose, Californai USA. You can also acquire an RMA# by going to our RMA generator webpage at http://support.geometrics.com/rma.cfm You will then receive an email reply with the RMA# and shipping instructions. You ...

  2. questionHow to install Imagem on a PC using DOSBOX
    Imagem will not run natively in Windows Vista nor Windows 7. Imagem also will not run on certain Windows XP machines for unknown reasons. DOSBox (www.dosbox.com) is a free, open-source program that allows Imagem to be run on Windows XP and Vista. DOSBox currently will not run on Windows 7, b ...

  3. questionDoes Hypack work with my G-88x Geometrics Magnetometers?
    Hypack does indeed work with G-880, G-881 and G-882 magnetometers. A number of survey companies use Hypack as the primary recording device for Geometrics magnetometers. The Hypack driver does not transmit configuration commands to the magnetometer. If you are purchasing an instrument, it is a ...

  4. questionHow do I determine the maximum spacing between Receiver and Transmitter?
    The maximum separation will vary from one survey area to another depending upon the near surface geology. It is important to determine maximum spacing between Transmitter and Receiver to avoid collection of questionable data. Lay out a meter interval measuring tape in the survey area. Attach cab ...

  5. questionHow can I connect a GPS to my G-858 Magnetometer?
    It is a fairly simple task to connect a GPS to a G-858 magnetometer. You can use the External I/O cable assembly and a null modem to connect the G-858 to most GPS receivers. Null modems are available from Geometrics or from local Radio Shack or computer stores. The Null modem pin configuration f ...

  6. questionMy G-856 Lithium battery is giving me problems
    Lithium Battery voltage is acceptable down to about 2.8 Volts. We use a 3.6 Volt AA size battery manufactured by Tadiran or SAFT. You need to use care when removing and replacing this battery. It is soldered into a multi-layer circuit board. A common error is to damage the plate through holes. ...

  7. questionWhat fluid can I use in my Geometrics proton precession magnetometer?
    List of approved fluids is as follows: 1. n-Decane 2. Shell Sol-71 (Shell oil product) 3. Isopar-G (Exxon oil Co.) 4. Odorless mineral sprits (Naptha) 5. Mineral Spirits (Naptha) 6. Charcoal Lighter Fluid 7. Kerosene lamp oil 8. Kerosene 9. Mineral Oil (medicinal Grade) 10. Diesel Fu ...

  8. questionWhere can I get replacement batteries or charger for my G-836 Unimag or G-846 Unimag II?
    Geometrics does not sell these batteries and chargers anymore. However, replacements may be available from most battery manufacturers. Give the dimensions, voltage, and current rating to your local battery supplier and ask for a current equivalent replacement. If the battery size or terminal pl ...

  9. questionCan I use an USB Ethernet adapter to run the Geode?
    Yes, the following USB adapters are recommended: Microsoft MN-110 SMC SMC2209USB/ETH Netgear FA120 As an alternate choice: TRENDnet TU2-ET100 1) Microsoft version has the best software interface. It has a cable that has a strain relief into the small box. It uses a funnel strain relief. T ...

  10. questionWhat is the wiring for the geophone input cable, the power cable, the trigger cable or the digital data cable for a Geode or StrataVisor NZ?
    For wiring wiring diagrams for the Geode and NZ, click here. Note that additional wiring diagrams are available in the Geode/NZ manual, available from the downloads page


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