WALKING PROFILER G3

© ARRB Group Ltd 2015-2017

Issue Date: 11 January 2017

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Document Change Record

Updated by Date Changes Approved by

Alan Murfett 28/09/2015 Initial release Michael Henson

Minor revisions to survey quality targets and brake

Alan Murfett 01/03/2016 Michael Henson
operation, software version 1.2.25 onwards

Warning added re. changing tablet language and

Alan Murfett 31/10/2016 Stuart Lowe
Android version

Craig
11/01/2017 Front cover & logo revision Anna Brett
Blackburn

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Contents

Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Using the Quick Start Guide and this manual ............................................................................... 7

Safety .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Road safety ................................................................................................................................... 8
PPE ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Laser safety................................................................................................................................... 9

Assembling the Walking Profiler ........................................................................................................ 12

Care of sensors ........................................................................................................................... 12
Cowling ....................................................................................................................................... 13
Connecting the battery ................................................................................................................ 13
Charging the battery.................................................................................................................... 14
Charging the tablet ...................................................................................................................... 15

Operating the Walking Profiler .......................................................................................................... 17

Control panel ............................................................................................................................... 17
Powering on and off .................................................................................................................... 17
Battery discharged indicator........................................................................................................ 18
Handle adjustment ...................................................................................................................... 18
Tablet holder adjustment............................................................................................................. 19
Pairing the tablet ......................................................................................................................... 19
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Using the tablet.................................................................................................................................. 20

Important note - tablet language and Android version ................................................................ 20
Tablet layout................................................................................................................................ 21
Powering tablet on and off .......................................................................................................... 21
Home screen ............................................................................................................................... 22
Keyboard ..................................................................................................................................... 23
Screen capture ............................................................................................................................ 23

Tour of Walking Profiler app .............................................................................................................. 24

Main screen................................................................................................................................. 24
Brake ........................................................................................................................................... 25
New Survey ................................................................................................................................. 26
Survey Manager .......................................................................................................................... 27
Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 37

Calibration ......................................................................................................................................... 44
Odometer .................................................................................................................................... 45
Accelerometer – Sensitivity ......................................................................................................... 45
Accelerometer – Field Offset ...................................................................................................... 45
Laser ........................................................................................................................................... 46
Tuning the laser .......................................................................................................................... 46
Recommended frequency of calibration ..................................................................................... 48

The survey ......................................................................................................................................... 49

Survey preparation ...................................................................................................................... 49

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Performing a survey .................................................................................................................... 52

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 62

Sharing survey data........................................................................................................................... 65

Cloud storage account ................................................................................................................ 65
Connecting tablet to WiFi ............................................................................................................ 66
Selecting surveys to share .......................................................................................................... 67
Sharing data ................................................................................................................................ 69
Accessing survey results on cloud from a PC ............................................................................. 70
Data retrieval via USB connection .............................................................................................. 73

Processing survey data ..................................................................................................................... 74

Repairs and maintenance ................................................................................................................. 78

Cleaning the trolley wheels ......................................................................................................... 78
Connecting the sensors .............................................................................................................. 78
Battery replacement .................................................................................................................... 80

Compliance........................................................................................................................................ 81

Notice to customers ........................................................................................................................... 83

Glossary ............................................................................................................................................ 84

Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 85

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Introduction

Introduction
The Walking Profiler G3 is the third generation Walking Profiler since its initial inception, and continues to be
the ‘gold standard’ unit for high accuracy reference profiling. Differing from the previous generations, the unit
utilises a tri-axial accelerometer mounted on a rolling platform to enable measurement of longitudinal profile.
This platform is separate to the carriage, which means it is less susceptible to operator input, i.e. lean and
change of angle.

Key new features of the G3 include:

 High accuracy at faster speeds
 Varying speed options (providing varying accuracy results)
 Optional texture laser
 Android tablet operation
 Bluetooth connectivity between the unit and the tablet (no cabling required)
 Data automatically uploaded via WiFi to the cloud for retrieval (also stored on the tablet itself)
 Easier pushing due to improved carriage platform.

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Introduction

Using the Quick Start Guide and this manual

The Quick Start Guide and this User Manual have been written for viewing on the Walking Profiler tablet, in
landscape mode. They are pre-installed on the tablet and have screen icons.
Although they can be read by any pdf viewer, the use of Adobe Reader is recommended.
The User Manual has been written for the Walking Profiler model which has a laser. For a Walking Profiler
without a laser ignore all references to a laser in the manual.

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Safety

Safety
Road safety
If surveying on an in-use road, traffic spotters or traffic management is required to both protect the surveyor(s)
and minimise traffic disruption.
Local regulations may specify the procedures.

PPE
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is an important part of road safety.
A high visibility vest is recommended.
Depending on the location, situation and weather, also consider the use of safety glasses, protective footwear,
a safety helmet, a sunhat and sunscreen lotion.

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Safety

Laser safety
Laser risks
Laser light is a highly concentrated, collimated form of radiation, capable of causing eye damage and skin
burning.
The laser used in the Walking Profiler is a Class 2 laser emitting red visible light, see Specifications.
Class 2 laser devices may emit sufficient power to cause eye injury with prolonged exposure. However,
natural reflexes such as blinking and looking away should provide sufficient protection from eye injury. Class 2
laser devices only emit visible laser radiation.
The laser used in the Walking Profiler will not cause damage to skin for typical short exposures. However,
extended close-range exposure may cause burns, and should be avoided.
Under no circumstances should any person look directly into the laser aperture or view any reflected laser
beam from a polished or mirror surface, as this can cause permanent eye damage. It is never safe to stare
into a laser sensor, even when wearing safety glasses.
There are two possible eye injury mechanisms:
 Thermal injury which causes protein changes similar to the egg white of a boiled egg
Damage from this type of injury may or may not be permanent.
 Thermo-mechanical injury where the heat generated by the laser on the back of the eye cannot be
dissipated quickly enough, causing ruptured blood vessels
This damage cannot be repaired.

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Safety

Laser location
The laser is located on the measurement trolley. The laser beam is directed vertically downwards.

Walking Profiler safe orientation

While powered up, the Walking Profiler must not be tilted or tipped to cause the laser beam to be projected
beyond the Walking Profiler outline.

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Safety

Safe laser calibration procedures

Laser calibration is a potentially hazardous operation. During calibration, the operator is in close proximity to
an operational laser device.
Reflective objects and jewellery
Never place a reflective object in the path of the laser beam. This includes watches, rings and other jewellery.
When checking, testing or calibrating a laser, all watches and jewellery should be removed from the hands and
wrists, or covered by gloves and long shirt sleeves.
Under no circumstances should a laser be operated where the surface material beneath the laser is in any way
reflective.
Calibration blocks and plates
When calibrating lasers, the supplied blocks and plates should always be used. In addition to providing a flat
surface for accurate calibration, the surface finish is designed to provide a diffuse reflection of the incident
laser beam. This diffusion reduces the risk of exposure to harmful levels of laser radiation.
The blocks and plates must be inspected before every use, and must not be used if their surfaces are
scratched or otherwise damaged. If they are scratched or damaged then their reflection and scatter
characteristics may change. This will result in the possibility of laser light being reflected towards the operator
or bystanders.
In addition to creating a hazard to the operator, the use of scratched or otherwise damaged plates and/or
blocks may give erroneous calibration results.

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Assembling the Walking Profiler

Assembling the Walking Profiler

Care of sensors
The odometer, accelerometer and laser (where fitted) are mounted on the measurement trolley. The
measurement trolley is suspended from the Walking Profiler frame and connected to the front wheel with a
swing arm.
To manoeuvre the Walking Profiler pull the handle back, lifting the front wheel until the measurement trolley
wheels are clear of the floor/ground. Then move or rotate the Walking Profiler on its two rear wheels.

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Assembling the Walking Profiler

Cowling
The cowling is held in position by four fasteners.
When removing or attaching the cowling, raise or lower the cowling in a vertical direction.

Important Note
The cowling on the Walking Profiler must be attached while surveying.

The cowling protects the sensors and electronics from dirt and water and prevents extraneous light
reaching the laser sensor.

Connecting the battery

The battery may have been removed prior to shipping. It sits in a cradle on the frame and is secured in place
with a Velcro strap. The cable connections to the battery terminals are colour coded. Plug the red wire onto the
red (positive) battery terminal and the black wire onto the black (negative) battery terminal.
If the battery terminals are connected the wrong way around, a protection fuse will blow. Correct the
connections to the battery terminals. The fuse is contained within a cylindrical holder in line with the red battery
wire. Replace with a 4 A timed/slow blow glass fuse, size 20 mm x 5 mm.

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Assembling the Walking Profiler

Charging the battery

Plug the mains powered charger into the battery charge socket on the Control panel and then turn on the
mains (AC) power.
The indicator on the charger is orange when the battery charge is low, changing to yellow when nearing full
charge and then green when the battery is fully charged.

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Battery life
A fully charged battery will power the Walking Profiler (without charging the tablet) for over 20 hours and power
the Walking Profiler for over 10 hours while continuously charging the tablet.
The battery charge level is also shown in the Walking Profiler app Main screen both in terms of remaining time
and charge level as a %. Note that the remaining time is based on the present operating mode, i.e. either
charging the tablet or not.
If the battery life is noticeably reduced then see Battery replacement.
.
To ensure maximum battery lifetime, recharge the battery after use so it is not stored in a discharged condition.

Charging the tablet

Fully charge the tablet battery before using it for the first time.

The battery charge level is shown with the battery icon in the status bar at the top of the screen.
When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
The tablet battery charge level is also shown in the Walking Profiler app Main screen.
If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is
connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device.

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Assembling the Walking Profiler

Desktop charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the USB cable into the tablet’s multipurpose
jack.

Field charging
The USB socket on the Control panel is provided for field charging of the tablet.
Ensure that the Walking Profiler is turned on. Connect the USB cable to the socket on the switch panel and
then plug the end of the USB cable into the tablet’s multipurpose jack.
Conserving tablet battery power
When WiFi is not required turning off WiFi will save battery power.

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Operating the Walking Profiler

Operating the Walking Profiler

Control panel
The hardware functions of the Walking Profiler are operated by the control panel.

Powering on and off

To turn on, press the power button. The Bluetooth status indicator will flash as the Walking Profiler attempts to
pair with the tablet.
To turn off, press the power button again.

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Operating the Walking Profiler

Battery discharged indicator

The battery discharged indicator glows steady red if the battery voltage is below 9.5 V.
The Walking Profiler will not operate in this state. Recharge the battery completely, see Charging the battery,
before using the Walking Profiler again.

Handle adjustment
The handle is adjustable for both angle and length. Use the hand lever to unlock the handle.

Place the handle in a comfortable position and lock the handle using the lever. Note that the hand lever
position can be reset by pulling the lever out.
Adjust the height of the handle with the quick release catch on the handle.

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Operating the Walking Profiler

Tablet holder adjustment

The tablet clips into its holder. The holder clamps onto the handle and the two adjusting knobs provide fine
setting of the tablet position and orientation.

Pairing the tablet

In a new or previously used Walking Profiler, the tablet will already be paired with the Walking Profiler. When
the Walking Profiler app is started the Bluetooth indicator on the Control panel will change from flashing to
steady on once connected.
If pairing is in doubt, this can be checked by:
On the Home screen tap Settings → Connections → Bluetooth and, if required, tap the Bluetooth switch to
activate Bluetooth.

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Using the tablet

Using the tablet

This Chapter provides a brief introduction for quickly starting to use the Walking Profiler. For full information on
the tablet refer to the tablet user manual (pdf file ‘SM-T700_UM’) which is pre-installed on the tablet.

Important note - tablet language and Android version

Tablet language

The tablet is supplied with the language set to English.

If the tablet language is changed the Walking Profiler software may not function correctly.
Android version

Unless advised to do so by ARRB, do not update the tablet’s Android operating system.
The correct operating system is Android 5, Lollipop. Do not upgrade to Android 6 Marshmallow.
Installation of apps on tablet

As stated in the Notice to customers, ARRB does not accept any responsibility if additional apps
are installed on the tablet.

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Using the tablet

Tablet layout

Powering tablet on and off

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Power off and OK.

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Using the tablet

Home screen
When the tablet is first powered on it displays the Home screen. To return to the Home screen at any time
press the Home button.

Use the Back button at any time to return to the previous screen.

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Using the tablet

Keyboard

Screen capture
If a copy of the tablet screen is required, press and hold the Home button and the Power button
simultaneously.

To view the screen image return to the Home screen, then open the Apps screen by tapping in the lower
right corner. Then tap Gallery → Album → Screenshots.
To copy the image to a PC see the connection instructions in Data retrieval via USB connection and find the
tablet folder Computer\<UserProfileName>\Tablet\Pictures\Screenshots.

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Tour of Walking Profiler app

Tour of Walking Profiler app

Main screen

In the Home screen tap on the Walking Profiler app .

An opening screen is displayed and then the Main screen

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Tour of Walking Profiler app

Brake
The Walking Profiler has a mechanical friction brake, which can be used to help the profiler from rolling away.
Tap along the top bar of the Main screen to reveal the brake control status.
Tap the control to change the state of the brake.

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The brake may not release when the Walking Profiler is parked on an incline. Take hold of the handle and
gently apply pressure to the Walking Profiler in the opposite direction to the incline. Tap the control again to
change the state of the brake to off.
If the Walking Profiler is moved with the brake on a warning is displayed.

New Survey
To begin a survey, in the Main screen tap NEW SURVEY.
See Performing a survey for instructions on performing a new survey.
If the brake is on before a new survey is started, it will automatically be turned off.

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Survey Manager
Survey Manager is used to view survey data and manage survey data files
In the Main screen tap SURVEY MANAGER to display the survey folders. Each folder has all the survey
results for the date shown.
The folders are created automatically by the Walking Profiler app.

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Select the folder to display the folder’s surveys.

The number of surveys in the folder is shown in the top left corner.
To return to the list of folders, tap the symbol.

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Viewing a survey
Select a survey and tap VIEW.

Note: If more than one survey is selected VIEW is disabled.

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Select DETAILS to view survey information.

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Select PROFILE to view a plot of the survey profile.

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Select ETD CHART (or MPD CHART) to view a plot of survey texture results. (This is only available if the
Walking Profiler is fitted with the optional laser.)

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Select ETD TABLE (or MPD TABLE) to view a table of survey texture results.

To move up and down through the table use the symbols.

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Select IRI CHART to view a plot of the IRI results.

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Select IRI TABLE to view a table of the survey IRI results.

If events have been recorded during a survey the latitude and longitude of the events is displayed.

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Delete survey(s)
Select the survey(s) to delete by tapping on their selection box. Using SELECT ALL and DESELECT ALL may
help make the selection.
Then tap DELETE and, after confirmation, the selected survey(s) will be deleted from the tablet.
Share survey(s)
For a description of the SHARE function see Sharing survey data.

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Settings
In the Main screen tap SETTINGS to open the Settings screen.

Note: To see the Compliance Information scroll down on the Settings screen and tap View.

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Processing and Reporting Intervals

To change the IRI Processing Interval or Texture Reporting Interval tap on the interval displayed and enter the
required interval length.

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Texture type (for charts)

Texture charts can be displayed as MPD or ETD. To change the texture type tap on the type displayed, select
the type required and tap OK.

Survey Quality Target

There is a trade-off between measurement quality and survey speed. Slower surveys produce more accurate
and repeatable results. The Quality Target determines the maximum allowable speed during the survey and
the threshold for a speed warning.

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Survey quality target Survey speed Speed warning threshold

Reference Profiling Up to 1 km/h (0.6 mph) 1.1 km/h (0.7 mph)

Standard Profiling Up to 3 km/h (1.8 mph) 3.1 km/h (1.9 mph)
Fast Profiling Up to 5 km/h (3.1 mph) 5.1 km/h (3.2 mph)

To change the Quality Target, select the quality required and tap Accept.
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Temperature Units
Temperature can be shown as Celsius or Fahrenheit. To change the temperature units tap on the unit
displayed, select the unit required and tap OK.

Measurement System
The measurement system can be Metric or Imperial.
The Metric measurement unit is metres and the Imperial unit is miles
To change the measurement system tap on the unit displayed, select the unit required and tap OK.

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Cloud storage provider

To change the cloud storage provider tap on the provider displayed to open the storage provider options.

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Select the required provider and tap OK to open the Cloud Storage Provider Configuration screen (Google
Drive example shown).

If the account details have not been entered previously tap Account and enter the account name and
password.

To set up a new cloud storage account see Cloud storage account.

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Calibration

Calibration
In the Main screen tap Settings to open the Settings screen.
The date of the previous calibration is shown. To initiate a new calibration tap Perform.

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Calibration

Odometer
The odometer calibration ensures accurate distance measurement.
For calibration the only requirement is an accurately measured distance, typically 50 m – 100 m, marked with
start and finish lines. If required, the calibration path should be swept to remove any dirt, debris and grit or
stones.
To perform the calibration follow the on-screen instructions.

Accelerometer – Sensitivity
The Accelerometer Sensitivity calibration is performed with the accelerometer removed from the trolley, but still
connected to, the Walking Profiler.
The required (provided) hardware is:
 laser calibration plate
 bubble level
 3 mm Allen key to remove the accelerometer
To perform the calibration follow the on-screen instructions.

Accelerometer – Field Offset

For the Field Offset calibration the accelerometer remains in the Walking Profiler.
To perform the calibration follow the on-screen instructions.

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Calibration

Laser
Before performing a laser calibration ensure that the Laser safety procedures are understood.
The required (provided) hardware is:
 laser calibration plate
 laser calibration gauge block (ARRB part number BR-CAL/BLOCK.S-C)
To perform the calibration follow the on-screen instructions.

Tuning the laser

Due to the different reflective properties of various surfaces the laser needs to be tuned to the survey surface.
Examples of different surfaces are concrete, asphalt and chip seal.
Tuning the laser is only required when preparing to do a survey with a different surface type.

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Calibration

The procedure for laser tuning is:

1. Remove the Walking Profiler cowling.

2. Locate the laser amplifier and press the Smart tuning button for 5 seconds, until it displays ‘tuning active’.

3. Reattach the cowling.

4. Walk the Walking Profiler for at least 2 metres over a surface typical for the proposed survey.
The profiler should be walked at the proposed survey speed, see Survey Quality Target in Settings.
5. Remove the cowling.
6. Press the Smart Tuning button for 5 seconds, until it reverts to the normal mode of displaying two rows of
digits.
7. Reattach the cowling.

The laser is now tuned for that surface.

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Calibration

Recommended frequency of calibration

calibration procedure recommended frequency

approximately every 10 km (6 miles) of surveying,

odometer
or if a trolley wheel is changed
accelerometer – sensitivity as required for verification purposes
accelerometer – field offset daily
laser as required for verification purposes
tuning the laser before starting a survey on a different surface type

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The survey

The survey
Survey preparation
Safety
Consider any safety issues associated with the proposed survey. In particular review the recommendations in
Road safety and the use of PPE.
Laser warm up period
If the Walking Profiler has a laser installed, each time the Walking Profiler is turned on the lasers require
10 minutes to warm up and stabilise. The remaining warm up time is displayed.

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The normal operating mode is that the Walking Profiler will not allow surveying until after the warm up period. If
surveying is required during the warm up period the operator can click the on-screen acknowledgement to
bypass the warm up delay. Measurement performance may be reduced during the warm up period.

Sweeping the pavement

If required clear dirt, debris and grit or stones from the surface to be surveyed.
Also, consider if Cleaning the trolley wheels is required.
Wet surfaces
After rain the surface to be measured may have a coating of water. This can affect the laser measurement.
Texture results (i.e. surface irregularities with wavelengths 0.5 mm to 0.5 m) are the most sensitive to surface
water.
One practical technique used by some surveyors for assessing a damp road is to place the palm of the hand
on the road. If it comes up dry it is ok to survey but if it is wet then don’t survey.

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The survey

Tracking rod
The tracking rod is a tool to help users maintain a straight course.
To install the tracking rod remove the top section of cowling. Loosen the thumbscrews and insert the tracking
rod into the mounting block above the front wheel. Tighten the thumbscrews and replace the cowling.

Important Note
The cowling on the Walking Profiler must be attached while surveying.

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The survey

Performing a survey
Alignment with starting mark
If the survey has a well-defined start line, then park the Walking Profiler with the forward end of the alignment
mark over the start line. If there is a slope the brake can be applied and it will be released automatically when
the survey starts.

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In the Main screen tap NEW SURVEY which opens the Survey Quality Target screen.

Select the appropriate Survey Quality Target, see explanation in Settings and tap Accept.

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The survey

The Survey Configuration screen opens.

Enter text for Survey Title, Comments and Operator.

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The survey

If the Surface shown is not representative of the new survey, tap the surface type shown and select the correct
surface from the options, then tap OK. If the surface type is changed Tuning the laser is recommended.

Starting survey recording

To start recording the survey, tap START.

The current Speed and Distance are shown on the screens. Note that the Walking Profiler measures both
forward and reverse distance, so if the Walking Profiler moves slightly backwards the survey results will not be
affected.

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The survey

Select PROFILE to show the progressive profile.

Roughness and texture

Roughness (IRI) and texture (MPD or ETD) can also be displayed during a survey.

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Speed warning
If the warning speed for the selected Quality Target (see Settings) is exceeded an audible warning is emitted.
Events
If a noteworthy event occurs during the survey, bring the Walking Profiler to a rest and tap EVENT.
Enter a description of the event and tap OK.

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The event is then shown in the Profile screen.

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Finishing survey
If the survey has a well-defined finish line, then stop the Walking Profiler with the rear end of the alignment
mark over the finish line.

Stopping survey recording

At the end of the survey tap STOP to end survey data recording.

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Enter any further Comments and tap Accept.

The survey is stored in the folder (named by the survey date).
Deleting a survey
If required a survey can be deleted using the Survey Manager.

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The survey

Explanation of survey distances, lead-in and lead-out

The reference point for measurements is located at the centre point between the two wheels of the
measurement trolley. Each wheel is located 125 mm from the reference point.

At the start of the survey the reference point is 125 mm behind the start line and the survey distance is
recorded as -0.125 m. In survey terms, the 125 mm is a lead-in before the survey starts at distance 0 m.
At the end of the survey the reference point passes the survey end point and continues for another 125 mm,
the lead-out distance.
So if the survey is of length ‘L’ m, readings are collected from -0.125 m to L+0.125 m, but only the readings
from 0 m to L m are used in the reported results. The use of a lead-in and a lead-out assists in the calculation
of the profile.
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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting
No response from Walking Profiler on tablet
If the Walking Profiler is pushed at a speed above 5.8 km/h during a survey the maximum Bluetooth data
transfer rate to the data acquisition hardware may be exceeded.
The tablet appears to lock up and become unresponsive.
To recover, close the Walking Profiler app and power off the Walking Profiler. Then restart both the Walking
Profiler and the Walking Profiler app.
Walking Profiler battery or tablet battery becomes discharged
If the charge in either battery becomes too low during a survey warning messages will be displayed and data
collection will stop.
Turn off The Walking Profiler or tablet and charge the battery as described in Charging the battery and
Charging the tablet.
The survey file system will not be disrupted but the survey will need to be repeated from the start.
Tablet not paired to Walking Profiler
Pair the devices as described in Pairing the tablet.
Tablet battery power is low
The tablet can be charged from the Walking Profiler with a USB cable whenever the Walking Profiler is
powered on, see Charging the tablet.

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Troubleshooting

Accelerometer readings not changing

If the accelerometer readings have not changed at all, the readings are shown in red.
This should only occur when the Walking Profiler is stationary. If it occurs when the Walking Profiler is moving,
there is a problem that needs to be rectified.

Laser is not present warning

The message ‘laser is not present’ may be displayed on the Main screen.
Check that the blue plug is inserted into the sensor connection module on the left side of the frame.
Even when the laser is obviously powered, it is possible for the laser signal amplifier to occasionally revert to
its default settings. These settings need to be manually restored before the laser data can be used by the
Walking Profiler.
Press the MENU/SET button on the laser signal amplifier for about 3 seconds to enter adjustment mode.
Press the side arrows buttons to scroll to the next menu item and the up and down arrow buttons to choose
between menu options. Press the MENU/SET button to set an option.

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Confirm or set the following menu options:

SPEED 500US
A-OUT 4..20MA
DETAIL ON
RST.OUT CLAMP
CLAMP MAX

Repower the Walking Profiler after the changes have been made.
Perform the laser tuning procedure again, see Tuning the laser.

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Sharing survey data

Sharing surveys copies the survey data to cloud storage. This requires an active internet connection.
If desired survey data can then be transferred from cloud storage to a PC.
Cloud storage has two primary advantages:
 it provides secure long term storage which is backed up
 a user with the account name and password can access the survey data with any device, for example PC,
Mac, tablet, or phone with Windows, Mac, Android or iOS operating system.
If WiFi or an internet connection is not available, data can still be downloaded to a PC, see
Data retrieval via USB connection.

Cloud storage account

To copy surveys to cloud storage requires a cloud storage account. The Walking Profiler supports the cloud
storage services Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive.
Selecting which cloud storage to use can be assisted by review articles, such as
http://www.cnet.com/how-to/onedrive-dropbox-google-drive-and-box-which-cloud-storage-service-is-right-for-
you/
As an example Google Drive provides 15GB of free cloud storage.
Installation instructions are given in the ‘Get started with Google Drive’ page at:
https://support.google.com/drive/answer/2424384?hl=en-GB

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Connecting tablet to WiFi

WiFi connection is required. WiFi status is indicated in the status bar at the top of the screen.
The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag down
from the top of the screen.

If WiFi is not connected:

1. On the Home screen tap Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi and, if required, tap the Wi-Fi switch
to activate it.

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2. Select or add the appropriate WiFi network.

3. Tap Connect.

Alternatively, a mobile phone could be used as a WiFi hot spot for connection to cloud storage. See the
phone’s user manual.

Selecting surveys to share

In the Main screen tap SURVEY MANAGER to display the survey folders.

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Select the folder to display the surveys for that day.

Select the survey(s) to share by tapping on their selection box(es). Using SELECT ALL and DESELECT ALL
may help make the selection.

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Sharing data
Tap SHARE and the app will make connection with the selected cloud storage service.
After connecting a progress bar is shown for each survey. The surveys will then be shown as ‘uploaded’.

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Accessing survey results on cloud from a PC

In this example the survey files have been transferred to Google Drive.
The folders that have been uploaded are listed. Selecting a (date) folder opens two sub-folders ‘Surveys’ and
‘Surveys - Raw’.

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‘Surveys’ folder
The ‘Surveys’ folder contains six files for each survey uploaded. The files are:

survey events, recorded with distance, latitude and

<date & time> <survey name> <Events>.csv
longitude
IRI results, the processing interval is as per Processing
<date & time> <survey name> <IRI>.csv
Settings for the survey
<date & time> <survey name> <Profile>.csv profile results, for every 25 mm
texture results, both MPD and ETD are included, the
<date & time> <survey name> <Texture>.csv reporting interval is as per Processing Settings for the
survey
longitudinal profile results in standard ERD format which
<date & time> <survey name>.erd may be viewed in ProVAL or in a text editor such as
Notepad.
results in a format for ProVAL analysis,
<date & time> <survey name>.ppf
see Processing survey data.

The CSV files can be viewed as a spreadsheet in Excel or another spreadsheet application.

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‘Surveys – Raw’ folder

The ‘Surveys – Raw’ folder contains two files for each survey uploaded. These files contain the raw
unprocessed readings (in binary format) and the various settings, such as calibration data, which are required
to convert the raw readings into results with units such as mm. The files are:
<date & time> <survey name>.raw
<date & time> <survey name>.wp
These files are not for everyday use but should be archived in case they are required at some time in the
future.
Viewing, download, storage
Most of the survey files can be viewed from cloud storage.
If desired, the user can download the files to a PC for viewing or analysis, for example using ProVAL see
Processing survey data, or for storage.

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Data retrieval via USB connection

If WiFi or an internet connection is not available, data can still be downloaded to a PC using the tablet’s USB
cable. This is the same cable that is used for charging. Plug the cable from the tablet into one of the USB ports
of the PC. Use a file management application to view the folder containing the Walking Profiler data files.
Computer\<UserProfileName>\Tablet\Android\data\com.ARRB.WalkingProfiler\files
The surveys are grouped in folders by date. Copy the desired folders to the PC.

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Processing survey data

Processing survey data

The Walking Profiler survey data can be analysed on a PC using ProVAL.
ProVAL can be downloaded, without charge, from
http://www.roadprofile.com/
A ProVAL User’s Guide is also available.
Note that ProVAL only runs on the Windows operating system.
A few examples are given here. If unfamiliar with ProVAL please refer to the User’s Guide. The user needs to
tailor the analysis to the required outputs.
The survey data from the Walking Profiler is already in the Pavement Profile Standard file format (file type
PPF).
The following three examples are shown:
 Elevation versus distance for multiple 84 m long survey runs,
 The continuous IRI for one survey run, and
 Profiler certification results.

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Repairs and maintenance

Repairs and maintenance

The Walking Profiler needs little regular maintenance.

Cleaning the trolley wheels

The trolley wheels can end up with dirt or grit attached to their surface. The rolling circumference directly
affects the distance (odometer) calibration and any ‘bumps’ can affect profile and texture results, so cleaning
the trolley wheels maintains measurement accuracy.
The wheels can be cleaned by wiping with a rag that is dipped in warm soapy water. Do not use abrasive or
chemical cleaning methods because the wheels may be damaged.
The frequency for cleaning the trolley wheels depends on the environment. Damp and dirty surfaces, or where
objects stick to the wheels, increases the need for cleaning. In some situations it may be necessary to check
the wheels prior to each survey.

Connecting the sensors

A new Walking Profiler will have the sensors installed on the measurement trolley and their cables connected.
These instructions are in case a sensor needs to be disconnected or replaced.
The cables from the sensors plug into colour coded sockets on the sensor connection module, on the left side
of the frame.
When connecting each sensor, gently rotate the plug until the plug and socket keyways line up. The plug will
make a clicking sound as it latches into position. To unplug the cable, gently pull on the metal body of the plug
until it disengages.

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The socket colours are:

Accelerometer – green
Rotary encoder – yellow
Laser – blue
Note: If the Walking Profiler does not have a laser fitted the blue socket remains empty.

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Battery replacement
The 12 V sealed lead-acid battery is rated at 7.2 Ah. The recommended replacement battery is the
Yuasa NP7.2-12FR.
For instructions on installing the battery see Connecting the battery.

For any other issues please contact:

ARRB Customer Support Group
ARRB Systems
500 Burwood Highway
Vermont South, Victoria 3133
AUSTRALIA

Telephone: + 61 3 9881 1543

Fax: + 61 3 9887 9820
Email: [email protected]

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Compliance

Compliance
EMC/Radio
Compliant with standards for Australia, New Zealand, European Community and USA:
EN 61326-1 radiated and conducted emissions and immunity
EN 301 489-1 & -17 radio equipment emissions and immunity
FCC Part 15B radiated and conducted emissions
FCC Part 15C intentional radiator FCC ID: T9J-RN42
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.
Contains Bluetooth radio transmitter module with FCC ID: T9J-RN42. The Bluetooth radio transmitter is
contained within sensor connection module BF-20310, attached to the Walking Profiler’s frame. The Android
tablet used with the Walking Profiler also contains a Bluetooth radio transmitter.
Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by ARRB Group Ltd could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

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Compliance

Laser
A laser may have been fitted to the Walking Profiler. It is a Class 2 laser which emits visible red light.
See Laser safety for laser information and safe working procedures.
Environment
RoHS 2
The manufacture of the Walking Profiler complies with EU regulations restricting the use of hazardous
substances.
WEEE
The Walking Profiler contains a sealed lead-acid (also known as a valve-regulated lead-acid or VRLA) battery.
The battery must be recycled at its end of life. Do not dispose of the battery in land-fill.

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Notice to customers

Notice to customers

Warning
Confidential
ARRB Group Ltd makes no warranty that its software products will work in
This document may only be used for the purpose for which it was intended and
combination with any hardware or applications software products provided by
may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or
third parties, therefore additional software packages and/or applications not
by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, microfilm, recording or
related to this data acquisition/processing system MUST not be loaded as they
otherwise, without written prior permission from ARRB Group Ltd.
may interfere with the operation of this product.
Copyright
ARRB Group Ltd does not accept any responsibility if additional software
packages and/or applications are installed.
© ARRB Group Ltd 2015.
ARRB Group Ltd retains copyright and other intellectual property rights including Warranty
the right to develop enhancements or updates of the equipment and software at
any time without notice. All software is copyright and must not be modified, For commencement of Warranty and Warranty Conditions, refer to the Handover
copied (except for back-up by the purchaser), or distributed in any form without Document supplied by the ARRB Customer Support Representative or the
the written permission of ARRB Group Ltd and the purchaser shall not sell nor re- Certificate of Warranty supplied with the purchase.
sell the software.
Software upgrades do not extend or modify the warranty on equipment already
Software may only be installed on computers according to the licence agreement provided.
supplied with the software.
ARRB Sunset Policy

ARRB offers a seven (7) year support service; where by equipment and software
versions will be supported with replacement parts (or equivalent similar parts) for
seven years from point of sale.
Due to hardware components becoming obsolete, some parts cannot always be
guaranteed to be replaced and may require an upgrade to parts of the system as
a result.
Where a software platform is more than seven years old, ARRB will phase out
support as development for current platforms continue.

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Glossary

Glossary
Where applicable this Glossary uses definitions from the ‘Austroads Glossary of Terms’, which is available at:
https://www.onlinepublications.austroads.com.au/items/AP-C87-14.

Estimated Texture Depth (ETD)

Mean Profile Depth texture values converted to the equivalent Sand Patch Texture Depth using an accepted
correlation relationship.
International Roughness Index (IRI)
A mathematical model of the dynamic response of a real vehicle travelling along a single wheelpath of
longitudinal road profile (referred to as the quarter-car, or World Bank, model). It is expressed in terms of
accumulated displacement of the simulated suspension in metres per measured kilometre (m/km).
Mean Profile Depth (MPD)
A mean measure of macrotexture, where the pavement surface profile is divided into small segments of a
given base length, typically 100 mm, which are analysed and the mean segment depths averaged to give an
average value for a specific length of profile.

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Specifications
Measurement specifications
profile: reference mode - repeatability > 99%, accuracy > 98%
standard mode - repeatability > 99%, accuracy > 97%
fast mode - repeatability > 97%, accuracy > 94%
IRI: error < 0.03 m/km (< 2 inches/mile) on high quality pavements
distance: typical error < 0.045% (dependent on texture and change in temperature)
Laser specification
class 2 laser, wavelength 660 nm, output power 1 mW
Battery performance
Walking Profiler system: 20+ hours operating time if tablet is separately charged
10+ hours operating time if charging tablet
battery charger: 3 step charger, 14.7 V 2.3 A reducing to 13.8 V when fully charged
battery charge time: 5 hours
battery lifetime: 1000+ charge/discharge cycles expected

tablet: 5+ hours operating time before charging is required

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Temperature range
operating temperature range: 5°C to 45°C
storage temperature range: 0°C to 55°C

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