GDP-3224 Multi-Function Geophysical Receiver

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The Zonge GDP-3224TM is an integrated, 24-bit multi-channel receiver for acquisition of controlled- and natural-source geoelectric and EM data.

  • 24-bit analog system
  • Expanded keyboard
  • ½-VGA graphics display
  • 100BaseT Ethernet port
  • GPS timing, plus high-accuracy quartz clock
  • Multiple, selectable data storage modes in a single data cache
  • Remote control operation
  • Broadband time-series recording
  • High-speed data transfer

FEATURES

  • 1 to 16 channels, user expandable
  • 133 MHz 586 CPU
  • Alphanumeric keypad
  • Real-time data and statistics display
  • Easy to use menu-driven software
  • Resistivity, Time/Frequency Domain IP, CR, CSAMT, Harmonic analysis CSAMT (HACSAMT), AMT, MT, TEM & NanoTEM
  • Screen graphics: plots of time-domain decay, resistivity and phase, complex plane plots, etc., on a 480x320 ½-VGA, sunlight readable LCD
  • Internal humidity and temperature sensors
  • Time schedule program for remote operation with Zonge XMT-32S transmitter controller
  • Optional GPS time synchronization with transmitter

Use as a data logger for analog data, borehole data, etc.

  • Full compatibility with GDP-32 series receivers.
  • 0.015625 Hz to 8 KHz frequency range standard, 0.0001 Hz minimum for MT and 10240 Hz maximum for AMT

One 24-bit A/D per channel for maximum speed and phase accuracy

  • 512 MB Compact Flash Card (up to 4 GB) for program and data storage, sufficient to hold many days’ worth of data
  • 128 MB dRAM (up to 256 MB) for program execution
  • Optional data storage device (up to 40 GB)
  • Anti-alias, powerline notch, and telluric filtering
  • Automatic SP buckout, gain setting, and calibration
  • Rugged, environmentally sealed
  • Modular design for upgrades and board replacement
  • Complete support, field peripherals, service network, software, and training

Specifications for the GDP-3224TM Integrated Multi-Function Receiver

General

  • Broadband, multichannel, multifunction digital receiver.
  • Frequency range: 1/64Hz - 8KHz (0.0001Hz - 8KHz for MT and 1Hz to 10240Hz for AMT)
  • Number of channels:
    • Large case: 1 to 16 (user expandable)
    • Small case: 1 to 6 (user expandable)
  • Standard Survey capabilities: Resistivity, Frequency- and Time-Domain IP, Complex Resistivity, CSAMT (scalar, vector, tensor), Harmonic Analysis (CSAMT, Frequency-Domain EM, Transient Electromagnetics, NanoTEM, MMR, Magnetic IP, Magnetotellurics, Downhole Logging)
  • Software language: C++ and assembly

Size

  • Large case: 43×41×23 cm (17×16×9”)
  • Small case: 43×31×23 cm (17×12×9”)

Weight

  • Small case: 13.7 kg (29 lb)

  • Large case:

    • 8 channel, 10 amp-hr batteries: 16.6 kg (36.5 lb)
    • 8 channel, 20 amp-hr batteries: 20.5 kg (45 lb)
    • 16 channel, disk, 10 amp-hr batteries: 19.1 kg (42 lb)
  • Enclosure: Heavy-duty, environmentally sealed aluminum

  • Power: 12V rechargeable batteries (removable pack)

  • Over 10 hours nominal operation at 20°C (8 channels and 20 amp-hr batteries)

  • External battery input for extended operation

  • Temperature range: -40° to +50°C (-40° to +122°F)

  • Humidity range: 5% to 100%

  • Internal temperature and humidity sensors

  • Time base: Oven-controlled crystal oscillator; aging rate <5×10⁻¹⁰ per 24 hours (GPS disciplining optional)

Displays & Controls

  • High-contrast sunlight readable ½-VGA (480×320) DFT-technology LCD graphics display
  • Optional heater for use down to –40°C
  • Sealed 80-key keyboard
  • Analog signal meters and analog outputs
  • Power On-Off

Standard Analog

  • Input impedance: >10 MΩ at DC
  • Board Dynamic range: 212 dB
  • Minimum detectable signal: 0.03 μV
  • Maximum input voltage: 32 V
  • SP offset adjustment: 2.25 V in 69 mV steps (automatic)
  • Automatic gain ranging: binary steps from 1/8 to 1024
  • Common-mode rejection at 1000 Hz: >80 dB
  • Phase accuracy: 0.1 milliradians (0.006°)
  • Adjacent channel isolation at 100 Hz: >90 dB
  • Filter Section: Quadruple-notch digital telluric filter
  • A/D Converter: 24 bits, 30 sec conversion time, 1 per channel

NanoTEM Analog

  • Input impedance: 20 KΩ at DC
  • Dynamic range: 120 dB
  • Minimum detectable signal: 4 μV
  • Gain range: 10 to 160
  • A/D Converter: 14 bits ½ LSB, 16 bits optional
  • Conversion time: 1.2 sec

Digital Section

  • Microprocessor: 133 MHz 586
  • Memory: 128 MB dRAM (up to 256 MB)
  • Mass Storage: 512 MB Compact Flash Card (up to 4 GB), optional up to 40 GB
  • Serial ports: 2 RS-232C
  • Network Adapter: 100BaseT Ethernet
  • Ports: Mouse, CRT (VGA), standard keyboard

Additional Options

  • Channels: max 3 NanoTEM channels
    • Large case: 1–16
    • Small case: 1–6
  • External battery and LCD heater for -40°C

OTHER ACQUISITION SOFTWARE

  • External RPIP/TDIP/CR Control: Remote control through serial port for ERT
  • Streaming RPIP/TDIP: Continuous acquisition of time domain or phase IP
  • Borehole TEM: Logging compatible with Crone and Geonics 3-component probes
  • Extended Broadband Time Series Data Recording: Up to 5 channels @ 32 kHz
  • Equal-Interval Mode TEM (TEME): Uniform sampling of TEM transients

Download Specification sheet for GDP-3224