Seismic Instruments
Developed for real fieldapplications

DATA-CUBE3The Seismic Data Recorder
The DATA-CUBE3 is the perfect stand-alone 3-channel seismic data logger when it comes torobustness, reliability and handling. The concept and design of the DATA-CUBE3 is the result ofyears of expertise by scientists and engineers from seismic installations and handling experience
under rough field conditions.
Characteristics:nExtremely low power consumptionnVery small size and weightnHigh flexibility

nCompatible with almost all sensors like broadband seismometers from Nanometrics,
Lennartz or Guralp; different geophones, infrasound sensors and many morenBest performing analogue-digital-converters (ADC) for ultra-precise and low noisedigitalization

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The DATA-CUBE3 has already been operated in many various international measurement
campaigns in harsh environments.
Examples:n

100 DATA-CUBE³ together with 4.5 Hz 3-axis geophones were used in the Metaforest
Large-N experiment in Mimizan, Francen300 DATA-CUBE³ were used in three 18 km profiles in the Baza Basin, Spain

The DATA-CUBE³s great flexibility by different configurations allows us to meet the mostdiverse scientific demands of our customers as the devices are perfectly designed for specificrequirements of short and long-term applications.

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Type 1 DATA-CUBE3

Short-term Campaigns andTunnel Installations
KEY FACTS: Internal Power Supply / Internal GPS Antenna /120 mW Power Consumption
With its internal GPS antenna and internal battery compartment, the DATA-CUBE3 Type 1 is
the ideal companion for short term campaigns. The robust and ultra-compact, all-round data
recorder can be operated for up to two weeks by the power of only two D-cells and is therefore
ideally suited for active seismic measurements.
Furthermore the DATA-CUBE3 Type 1 is optimally equipped for measurements in deep tunnels
or caves, due to the possibility of both internal or external power supply.
Easy procedure of tunnel or cave deployment:

4nCapture a GPS signal for the time stamp in battery operation outdoorsnEnter the GPS-less area with the device turned onn

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KEY FACTS: External Power Supply / External GPS Antenna /169 mW Power Consumption
The DATA-CUBE3 Type 2 has a flexible external GPS antenna which allows to operate the device
for long time measurements inside a building with continuous time correction. A recording
time of up to 230 days will be achieved when using a standard car battery (80 Ah).
Furthermore the DATA-CUBE3 Type 2 comes along very well equipped for additional live
monitoring and streaming. Therefore, it is very well suited for research in isolated and difficultaccessible regions.
SPECS TYPE 1 + 2: ADC: 3 channels á 24 bit / ADC sample rates: 50, 100, 200 or 400 sps in 3 channel mode; 800
sps in 1 channel mode / ADC gain selection: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 / Data storage Capacity up to 64 GB (ca. 320
days @100 sps with 32 GB) / Size 100 x 100 x 83 mm (830 ml)

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5CCUBELive Data Streaming
KEY FACTS: Communication add-on / Various applications / Compact CUBE Design/ Ideal device to maintain the DATA-CUBE3 from remote
The CCUBE is designed to reliably transmit seismic data with minimal power consumption via
LTE, Wi-Fi or any other IP-based communication method. It is designed to cooperate perfectly
together with the DATA-CUBE3 and is ideally for remote DATA-CUBE3 maintaining and datastreaming.
It is very well suited for applications like:n

Tsunami or hazard early warning systems which require continuous live sensor data forquick analysis, risk mitigation and fast reactions based on ultra-rapid assessments

nClassical long-term seismologynOther geophysical installations that benefit from the streamed live dataand state-of-health monitoring

SPECS: Operating system: Embedded Debian Linux / Format: miniSEED via seedlink server & Cube plugin /Communication: Wi-Fi (802.11bgn); LTE (4G), Ethernet / Size 100 x 100 x 83 mm (830 ml)

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CUBE+Complete System for Data Acquisition
KEY FACTS: System highly customizable to customer specifications / Streaming

possibility / Internal Battery / Possibility for external backup battery / Charge controller
for solar panel

The CUBE+ combines the full know-how of our seismic product range into an all-in-one
device. The compact, quick to set up all-rounder for permanent field use is housed in a robust
polymer case which stands harsh environmental conditions.
Depending on customer requirements, the CUBE+ can flexibly be expanded by:nThe number of sensor input channels

nThe integration of a breakout box (BOB) to support various scientific sensors

nIntegrating an additional streaming solution

SPECS: Power supply: internal (12 V, 6.5 Ah), external battery, solar panel / Colors: on customer request / Size:according to system requirements

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7Geophones

The Short Way to Large Data
KEY FACTS: Frequency: 4.5 Hz / 3-axis / Sensitivity: 28.0 V/m/s / Operating Temperature:-40 to 100 °C / Weight: 880 g

Without a robust and reliable sensor, the best data recorder is useless. Therefore, DiGOS
has a passive 4.5 Hz 3-component-geophone in its standard portfolio. The rugged housing isequipped with a 3 m cable and detachable spikes. The installed coils do not require any power,
which makes them ideal to use with the extremely energy-saving DATA-CUBE3.
Since DiGOS is known for high flexibility, we also offer other types of geophones on customer
request. Other frequencies, number of measured axes and different cable lengths are possible
too.
SPECS: 3-channel (x, y, z axis); Frequency: 4,5 Hz / Sensitivity: 28.0 V/(m/s) / Operating temp.: -40 C to 100 °C /Weight: 880 g / Size: body: 115 x 90 x 55 mm, spike length: 75 mm, typical cable length: 3 m (different cable types
and lengths are possible on request)

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Breakout Box (BOB)

One for all, all for one
KEY FACTS: Very small / Power supply for DATA-CUBE³ and sensor /Possibility of additional functions

Specially designed breakout boxes (BOB) allow to connect almost any sensor to the DATACUBE3. The small multi-talents can:nSupply active sensors with the required power

nConnect each channel of the DATA-CUBE3 to a separate sensor

nAdapt the sensor voltage to the DATA-CUBE3nPreserve rechargeable batteries with a deep discharge protectionnProvide lock, unlock & centering functions

nProvide the possibility to read out the mass position

So the DATA-CUBE3 (+ BOB) operates with nearly every seismic sensor like:nGeophones

nBroadband seismometers from Nanometrics, Lennartz, Guralp etc.

nInfrasonic sensors like e.g. Chaparral, Item, etc.

nTiltmeters like e.g. Jewell

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9Parallel Cube Downloader (PCD)

Data Collection
KEY FACTS: Simultaneous download of up to 12 DATA-CUBE3 /Fully automated software / Integrated LEDs for processing state for each device
The Parallel Cube Downloader (PCD) is the ideal way to quickly and efficiently prepare a lot ofdata from large measurement campaigns for post processing. Up to 12 DATA CUBE3s can beconnected simultaneously. The automatic download and backup of the recorded data starts
immediately after connecting a DATA-CUBE³. Integrated LEDs show the processing state foreach DATA-CUBE3.
After download and backup of the measured data, the PCD can setup each DATA-CUBE3 forthe next measurement campaign. Additionally, the PCD gives the opportunity to exchange a
processed DATA-CUBE3 after its processing by a new one. The rugged design allows operation
under field campaign conditions.

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Seismic sources

Wave Generation
KEY FACTS SDD 6600: energy of 6600 Nm / penetration depth of 1500 m /up to 600 excitations per day

KEYFACTS SDs 600: up to >120 m distance high frequency SH-stimulation with very low
P-wave stimulation adjustable impact force and direction

To complete the services for seismic exploration, DiGOS offers seismic sources for wave
generation from own development.
The Seismic Drop Down SDD 6600 is a mobile P-wave source with an energy of 6600 Nm andtherefore, a penetration depth up to 1500 m. It is also characterized by its foldaway tower,
which allows transportation in a norm sea container.
The SDS 600 is an ultra-mobile SH-wave source which can be easily set up and operated by oneperson. It is transported in a compact, rugged aluminum box with a total weight of less than
70 kg. It is designed for mounting on standard trailer couplings or on the SDD 6600.

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Peripherals

Accessories to Complete your Scientific
EquipmentnAluminum Transport Boxesn

Different sensor cables, built after customer requirements

nSensor extension cables: to extend the distance between one or all of your sensors to theDATA-CUBE3nPower cable and Power supply unit

nUSB cables for configuration of our devices and data download

nMonitor cables for sensor performance and noise checks in the field during installationnUSB-Monitor-Shift cables to switch between operating modes of the DATA-CUBE3, e.g. used
to establish access by Raspberry PinCombi cables built after customer requirements to combine different cables within one
plug - for example to combine USB-, Monitor- and LAN-cable in one plug to be used on theCCUBEn12

Rugged LTE or Wi-Fi antennas

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Managing directors: André Kloth,Jens Steinborn
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Today, more than 1.500 CUBEs are operated by over 30 countries.