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Advanced Uses For ShapeArrays (SAAs) and Dealing With Hardware Issues

Frequently asked questions concerning advanced applications for ShapeArray (SAA) and how to deal with common hardware issues.

I want to have an alarm get triggered and sent to me if my data that is automatically converted using SAACR_raw2data exceeds certain limits. How do I do this?
You will need to setup an alarm(s) using the AlarmSet button section in ShapeArray™ Viewer (formerly known as SAAView). Then when SAACR_raw2data gets calle...
Mon, 3 May, 2021 at 2:04 PM
How do I monitor dynamic acceleration or vibration with a ShapeArray? Can I measure static shape at the same time?
ShapeArrays typically measure the static tilt relative to gravity in order to determine their shape in the ground. By taking multiple shape readings, it is...
Mon, 3 May, 2021 at 2:04 PM
How do I diagnose an unresponsive ShapeArray for cable damage?
One of the most common causes of communication problems with ShapeArray™ instruments is damage to the cabling. To diagnose cable damage, you want to determ...
Tue, 22 Jun, 2021 at 3:45 PM
How do I wire the ShapeArray Connector onto the ShapeArray cable?
Figure one below provides an exploded view of a ShapeArray's Amphenol connector. More detailed steps for wiring an Amphenol connector to ShapeArray ca...
Thu, 6 Apr, 2017 at 11:43 AM
How do I turn off or ignore segments?
In some cases the ShapeArray (SAA) is not fully installed into a borehole. In these cases, it is possible to turn off segments and ignore them in the data ...
Mon, 25 Apr, 2022 at 10:57 AM
Why is my ShapeArray interface producing a high pitched sound?
Measurand interfaces may sometimes produce a high pitched sound when reading attached ShapeArrays. This is due to resonant frequencies that may be produced ...
Tue, 17 Jul, 2018 at 2:33 PM
Why were some baud rates skipped in the Communications Diagnostic?
During standard operation of Measurand ShapeArrays, a communication baud rate of 38,400 bps is desired. Our SAARecorder software supports communication rate...
Wed, 20 May, 2020 at 9:01 PM
Can I shorten my ShapeArray?
To shorten a ShapeArray (SAA) it must be sent back to Measurand. Due to the waterproofing systems, it is not possible to shorten a ShapeArray outside of Me...
Mon, 11 Jul, 2022 at 2:38 PM
We believe one of more of our ShapeArray segments have become damaged; however we would still like to view as much of the ShapeArray data as we can. What should we do?
If one or more ShapeArray (SAA) segments are damaged and not giving reliable data, it is often still possible to view data for the rest of the ShapeArray b...
Thu, 13 Oct, 2022 at 10:46 AM
I need to manage friction when inserting a ShapeArray into a pre-installed casing. What can I use to lubricate the ShapeArray?
In the rare case that friction is an issue when inserting the ShapeArray (SAA) into a pre-installed conduit, you can use electrical cable-pulling lubricant...
Thu, 6 Apr, 2017 at 11:47 AM