KQ9LAURGeophysical Transceiver

User manual November 24, 20041 User manual Introduction The LAUR (Line acquisition radio unit) is used as an element of an LRU relay cell. It can be inserted anywhere in a seismic line to collect the data from FDUs on either side of it, and relay the data to the associated LRU. Built in the LAUR is a full performance LAUL, optimizing the deployment of field hardware. Operating in a relatively low radio frequency band (215 MHz to 250 MHz), it can be used in difficult areas. The user can choose between various configurations, depending on the required data rate and on the expected transmission range. Using a handheld terminal as a Field Deployment Aid, the radio link can be set up adequately prior to connecting the LAUR to the seismic network. The parameter settings can also be changed through the HCI workstation. NOTE: The available frequency band depends on the regional settings chosen by the user when installing software on the HCI workstation and on the handheld terminal. For compliance with Canadian and US communications regulations, the frequency band is limited to respectively: • Canada: 217 to 218 MHz and 219 to 220 MHz. • USA: 216 to 217 MHz and 218 to 219 MHz. Figure 1 LAUR User manual 2November 24, 2004 Typical setup CAUTION If you wish to test a radio relay cell through a wireline link between the coaxial connectors of the LRU and the LAUR, use a 60 dB (minimum), 20 W attenuator. Figure 2 Test setup CAUTION Antenna height is limited to 6.1 metre near airports. Do not raise any antenna near electric power distribution lines! WARNING LAUR antennas should be kept at least 10 m away from any FDU. 20 W 60 dB min. 12 V 12 V Attenuator LRU LAUR User manual November 24, 20043 Basic radio cell Below is a typical example of setup along with the associated specifications in terms of covered range and transmission capacity. Figure 3 Typical performance (Ground-Wave propagation above flat terrain): - Short Range: 2 km to 3 km, 60 Ch @ 2ms , Real time, using 2.5-m high LRU antenna. - Medium Range: 3 km to 8 km, 60 Ch @ 2ms, Real time, using 8-m portable LRU antenna mast. - Long Range: 8 km to 16 km, 60 Ch @ 2ms, Real time, using 30-m LRU antenna mast. See CAUTION on page 2. LRU 12 V Unit Transverse to Central Line or LAUR 12 V Coax downlead 1 See 7-element Yagi antenna Battery (30 channels max on either side) below 1 User manual 4November 24, 2004 Specifications LAUR • Functions - Management of FDUs and wireline data acquisition; - Radio data transmission to LRU base station with error recovery and temporary storage; - 48V wireline power supply. • Memory - 32 MB local buffer for non-real time transmission mode; - 32 MB non-volatile memory for local storage of acquiredchannels. • Ports: Ethernet 10/100 Mbps compatible. • RF Frequencies - USA: limited to 216 to 217 MHz and 218 to 219 MHz; - Canada: limited to 217 MHz to 220 MHz, restricted to remote area. - Other countries: compliance with local regulations. - Overall capability: 215 MHz to 250 MHz. • RF Output Power - RF power management; - 1W to 6 W, nominal. • RF Output Impedance: 50 Ω. • Emission Designators: 200KD1D and 800KD1D. • Maximum number of FDUs per LAUR: 60 with up to 110 m interval. • Maximum number of FDUs between LAURs (wireline): 30 with up to 110 m interval. User manual November 24, 20045 •Power - Operating Power Voltage: 10.5 to 15 VDC, 2 battery connectors (allowing uninterrupted operation during battery replacement). - Power Consumption: • Physical specifications - Material: Aluminium. - Size: 380x380x170 mm (15x15x7 in.). - Weight: 12.250 Kg. • Environmental specifications - Operating Temperature: -40° to +70°C. - Storage Temperature: -40° to +70°C. - Water Depth: 1 m, operating. User manual 6November 24, 2004 OWFD1.5 antenna • Electrical specifications - Single band, 215 to 250 MHz, no tuning required. - Impedance: 50 Ω. - VSWR: < 1.5. - Gain: 0 dBd, tilt 0°. - Polarization: vertical. - Pattern: omnidirectional, ripple < 1dB. - No ground plane required, apart from LAUR housing (380x380x150, aluminium, lying flat on the ground). - Static electricity dissipation to ground. - Connection: N-type connector, male, modified. - Max input power: 40 W. • Physical specifications - Operating temperature: -40 to + 70°C. - Height: 1.68 m (66 inches). - Sealing: IP 66 standard (antenna connected). - Salt spray resistant. - Withstands 80 km/hr wind.

System operational description November 24, 20041 System operational description Description of the LAUR The LAUR operates within the frequency band from 215 MHz to 250 MHz. Within that band, it uses a 200-kHz or 800-kHz bandwidth channel, depending on the selected data rate. The user is responsible for inquiring about local radio frequency regulations and using the frequency band accordingly. The LAUR unit operates from a 10.5 VDC to 15.0 VDC power supply voltage. The power supply should be capable of generating a minimum current of 15 A. A 12 VDC battery can be used as a power supply. The power supply used shall be compliant with the rules and regulations of the FCC, of Canada or with other local regulations. The antenna impedance to be used is 50 Ohm. The maximum VSWR measured at the transceiver output must be less than 1.5:1 at the operating frequencies. 12 VDC 12 V mast extender Antenna LAUR Figure 1 System operational description 2November 24, 2004 The allowable temperature range for both operating and storage is -40°C to +70°C. The LAUR unit comes with Sercel standard Line, Power and XDEV connectors. The Type-N, radio connector is waterproof when connected. Attention should be paid to put the cap in place on the radio connector whenever the unit is not in use, in order to keep the connector clean and the unit waterproof. The LAUR is used in a radio cell, replying to queries from the LRU present in that cell and using a half-duplex transmission protocol. The clock in the LAUR is locked on that of the associated LRU, which continuously transmits a time mark signal (every 50 ms) for that purpose. Supplied along with each LAUR is an omnidirectional antenna. A mast extender is also supplied. Half-duplex Figure 2 In the transmission protocol, time is shared between transmission of Master-to-Slave messages and transmission of Slave-to-Master messages. Master-to-Slave messages are called Network Control Sequences (NCS), used for synchronization, zero-time transmission and control. LRU LAUR DTS NCS (Master) (Slave) System operational description November 24, 20043 Slave-to-Master messages are called Data Transfer Sequences (DTS), used for data retrieval, seismonitor and collecting test results. Figure 3 Typically, NCS messages are transmitted every 50 ms. In reply to an NCS message, the LAUR transmits a DTS message (1.5 to 40 ms long). The LAUR does not transmit its DTS until and unless its clock is locked onto that of the LRU. LAUR frequency management NOTE: The available frequency band depends on the regional settings chosen by the user when installing software on the HCI workstation and on the handheld terminal. For compliance with Canadian and US communications regulations, the frequency band is limited to respectively: • Canada: 217 to 218 MHz and 219 to 220 MHz. • USA: 216 to 217 MHz and 218 to 219 MHz. The LAUR uses QPSK modulation @ 256 kbps, or 16 QAM @ 512 kbps (for transmission only), or DQPSK modulation @ 1024 kbps. The RF transceiver in the LAUR unit uses a single 2-MHz band for both transmission and reception. That band is selected between 216 MHz and 249 MHz using the “Center Frequency” parameter. Within the 2-MHz bandwidth, you can choose which channel(s) to use for NCS and DTS messages, by specifying: •a Control Channel Frequency for NCS messages, •a Data Channel Frequency for DTS messages. NCSDTSNCSDTS (50 ms) (50 ms) Radio frame time System operational description 4November 24, 2004 The necessary bandwidth for a Data Channel depends on the expected Data Rate (256, 512, or 1024 kbps). NOTE: Because the LAUR uses a half-duplex protocol, you can choose the same frequency for the Control Channel and the Data Channel. The LAUR has the same frequency and data rate settings as the associated LRU. Figure 4 Available channels Center F. +1 MHz Center F. -1 MHz DTS Data Channel Freq. # 1 1024 k (DQPSK) Center F. +1 MHz Center F. -1 MHz DTS 256 k (QPSK) Data Channel Freq. # 1 Center Freq. Center F. +1 MHz Center F. -1 MHz NCS Control Freq. 0.2 MHz +0.8 +0.6 +0.4+0.2 - 0.8 - 0.4 - 0.6- 0.2 +0.8 +0.6 +0.4 - 0.8 - 0.4 - 0.6- 0.2 +0.8 +0.6 +0.4+0.2 - 0.8 - 0.4 - 0.6- 0.2 Default channel or 512 k (16 QAM)

REQUEST FOR CONFIDENTIALITY KQ9LUAR A request for confidentiality is hereby requested for the schematics and block diagrams. These represent what is essentially trade secrets. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY: CONSOLIDATED SPECTRUM SERVICES 22 MERRILL DRIVE ATKINSON, NH 03811 HOWARD EPSTEIN Howard Epstein HOWARD EPSTEIN, PRESIDENT ON BEHALF OF: SERCEL INC. 17200 PARK ROW HOUSTON, TEXAS 77084

March 18, 2005 CONSOLIDATED SPECTRUM SERVICES 22 Merrill Drive Atkinson, NH 03811 Phone/Fax: (603) 362 - 5977 E-mail: [email protected] Federal Communications Commission Attn: Examiner Subject: Duplicate Exhibits Due to an error on my part I attached 3 users manuals of same size, 136893 Kbytes. Only one should have been uploaded as User Manual 1. The second manual that is supplied to the user is smaller in size 58268 and should be labeled a User Manual 2. Thank you, Howard Epstein Howard Epstein

May 6, 2005 REQUEST FOR CONFIDENTIALITY KQ9LUAR A request for confidentiality is hereby requested for the Exhibits 4 – Block Diagram, Exhibit 5 - Schematics and block diagrams and Exhibit 10 - Parts List/Tune-Up Information. These represent trade secrets. By this letter we are withdrawing our request for Confidentiality of Exhibit 8 – Users Manual and Exhibit 12 – Operational Description. Please feel free to contact me should any further questions arise about this matter. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED BY: CONSOLIDATED SPECTRUM SERVICES 22 MERRILL DRIVE ATKINSON, NH 03811 HOWARD EPSTEIN Howard Epstein HOWARD EPSTEIN, PRESIDENT ON BEHALF OF: SERCEL INC. 17200 PARK ROW HOUSTON, TEXAS 77084

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System operational description November 24, 20041 System operational description Description of the LAUR The LAUR operates within the frequency band from 215 MHz to 250 MHz. Within that band, it uses a 200-kHz or 800-kHz bandwidth channel, depending on the selected data rate. The user is responsible for inquiring about local radio frequency regulations and using the frequency band accordingly. The LAUR unit operates from a 10.5 VDC to 15.0 VDC power supply voltage. The power supply should be capable of generating a minimum current of 15 A. A 12 VDC battery can be used as a power supply. The power supply used shall be compliant with the rules and regulations of the FCC, of Canada or with other local regulations. The antenna impedance to be used is 50 Ohm. The maximum VSWR measured at the transceiver output must be less than 1.5:1 at the operating frequencies. 12 VDC 12 V mast extender Antenna LAUR Figure 1 System operational description 2November 24, 2004 The allowable temperature range for both operating and storage is -40°C to +70°C. The LAUR unit comes with Sercel standard Line, Power and XDEV connectors. The Type-N, radio connector is waterproof when connected. Attention should be paid to put the cap in place on the radio connector whenever the unit is not in use, in order to keep the connector clean and the unit waterproof. The LAUR is used in a radio cell, replying to queries from the LRU present in that cell and using a half-duplex transmission protocol. The clock in the LAUR is locked on that of the associated LRU, which continuously transmits a time mark signal (every 50 ms) for that purpose. Supplied along with each LAUR is an omnidirectional antenna. A mast extender is also supplied. Half-duplex Figure 2 In the transmission protocol, time is shared between transmission of Master-to-Slave messages and transmission of Slave-to-Master messages. Master-to-Slave messages are called Network Control Sequences (NCS), used for synchronization, zero-time transmission and control. LRU LAUR DTS NCS (Master) (Slave) System operational description November 24, 20043 Slave-to-Master messages are called Data Transfer Sequences (DTS), used for data retrieval, seismonitor and collecting test results. Figure 3 Typically, NCS messages are transmitted every 50 ms. In reply to an NCS message, the LAUR transmits a DTS message (1.5 to 40 ms long). The LAUR does not transmit its DTS until and unless its clock is locked onto that of the LRU. LAUR frequency management NOTE: The available frequency band depends on the regional settings chosen by the user when installing software on the HCI workstation and on the handheld terminal. For compliance with Canadian and US communications regulations, the frequency band is limited to respectively: • Canada: 217 to 218 MHz and 219 to 220 MHz. • USA: 216 to 217 MHz and 218 to 219 MHz. The LAUR uses QPSK modulation @ 256 kbps, or 16 QAM @ 512 kbps (for transmission only), or DQPSK modulation @ 1024 kbps. The RF transceiver in the LAUR unit uses a single 2-MHz band for both transmission and reception. That band is selected between 216 MHz and 249 MHz using the “Center Frequency” parameter. Within the 2-MHz bandwidth, you can choose which channel(s) to use for NCS and DTS messages, by specifying: •a Control Channel Frequency for NCS messages, •a Data Channel Frequency for DTS messages. NCSDTSNCSDTS (50 ms) (50 ms) Radio frame time System operational description 4November 24, 2004 The necessary bandwidth for a Data Channel depends on the expected Data Rate (256, 512, or 1024 kbps). NOTE: Because the LAUR uses a half-duplex protocol, you can choose the same frequency for the Control Channel and the Data Channel. The LAUR has the same frequency and data rate settings as the associated LRU. Figure 4 Available channels Center F. +1 MHz Center F. -1 MHz DTS Data Channel Freq. # 1 1024 k (DQPSK) Center F. +1 MHz Center F. -1 MHz DTS 256 k (QPSK) Data Channel Freq. # 1 Center Freq. Center F. +1 MHz Center F. -1 MHz NCS Control Freq. 0.2 MHz +0.8 +0.6 +0.4+0.2 - 0.8 - 0.4 - 0.6- 0.2 +0.8 +0.6 +0.4 - 0.8 - 0.4 - 0.6- 0.2 +0.8 +0.6 +0.4+0.2 - 0.8 - 0.4 - 0.6- 0.2 Default channel or 512 k (16 QAM)

TEST REPORT 1317A-LAUR REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATION – INDUSTRY CANADA KQ9LAUR REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATION - FCC SUBMITTED BY: CONSOLIDATED SPECTRUM SERVICES 22 MERRILL DRIVE ATKINSON, NH 03811 ON BEHALF OF: SERCEL 17200 PARK ROW HOUSTON, TEXAS 77084 1.00 GENERAL INFORMATION This report references a new transceiver to be produced by Sercel. The new unit, Industry Canada 1317A-LAUR & FCC ID KQ9LAUR, will henceforth be referred to as LAUR. 1.10 COMPANY INFORMATION SERCEL is a well recognized leader in the oil and natural gas exploration markets. SERCEL is an international firm based in France. They have additional manufacturing and business headquarters based in the United States, State of Texas, Alberta (Calgary) Canada and strategically placed around the globe. 1.20 DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT TESTED The LAUR radio telemetry transceiver is essentially fully compatible with the KQ9LRU & 1317A-LRU previously certified and is an upgrade to this system. It is used to collect geological information beneath the earth or ocean floor by triggering a measured seismic or air blast. The returned data is then characterized to look for oil and natural gas. The unit is utilized in both cable and wireless application. The LAUR is waterproof and floats. In the US and Canada the units are pre-programmed for specific operating frequency ranges. The LAUR in transmit mode is programmable from 1.0 to 6.0 Watts, nominal. It transmits in very short bursts during normal operation. The LAUR has data storage capability in its receiver section. The system is powered by a 12 V DC deep cycle marine battery or DC source, as provided by others. The system is intended, for operation by prospective licensees on a secondary basis to the maritime mobile and government services and will only be used in remote areas. 1.30 BUILDING BLOCKS OF UNIT TESTED The LAUR consists of two main building blocks, which are: a) Radio Module Block (RMB) and B) RF Module The block diagrams are a separate attachment. 1.40 FCC APPLICABLE RULE PARTS AND STANDARDS The LAUR falls under FCC rule parts 2, 15 and 90. FCC rule part 2.1057 (a) (1) - specifies the measurement range over which harmonics are to be measured for equipment operating below 10 Ghz. It states in part "to the tenth harmonic of the highest fundamental frequency or to 40 Ghz, whichever is lower." Since the highest frequency contained in this unit is 300 Mhz maximum, ten (10) times this would be 3000 Mhz. FCC rule part 15.101 (b) - since it is part of a transceiver and operates between 30 and 960 Mhz and is subject to verification. FCC rule part 15.3 (k) - defines digital devices and unintentional radiators. It states in part, “Digital device. (Previously defined as a computing device). An unintentional radiator (device or system) that generates and uses timing signals or pulses at a rate in excess of 9,000 pulses (cycles) per second and uses digital techniques; inclusive of telephone equipment that uses digital techniques or any device or system that generates and uses radio frequency energy for the purpose of performing data processing functions, such as electronic computations, operations, transformations, recording, filing, sorting, storage, retrieval, or transfer. A radio frequency device that is specifically subject to an emanation requirement in any other FCC Rule part or an intentional radiator subject to subpart C of this part that contains a digital device is not subject to the standards for digital devices, provided the digital device is used only to enable operation of the radio frequency device and the digital device does not control additional functions or capabilities.” FCC rule part 90.203 (a) - requires the LAUR to meet the Certification for the transmitter. FCC rule part 90.259 (a) (4) - the maximum power in the 217 - 220 Mhz band is 2 Watts. However, we are applying for RF Power Outputs of 1.0 to 6.0 Watts, nominal. A waiver of FCC rule part 90.259 (a) (4) would have to be written for anything above 2.0 Watts. We do not see a problem with a waiver of said rule part because the transmitter operates in very short intervals (in the order of dozens of milliseconds, every 1/4 of a second over a 4 hour time period. Furthermore, it will be only used in remote locations. After that the test it is removed from the site. OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 1.50 INDUSTRY CANADA APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS Radio Standards Procedure (RSP)-100 - Radio Equipment Certification Procedure Radio Standards Specification (RSS)-102 - Evaluation Procedure for Mobile and Portable Radio Transmitters with to Health Canada's Safety Code 6 for Exposure of Humans to Radio Frequency Fields. Radio Standards Specification (RSS)-119 - Land Mobile and Fixed Radio Transmitters and Receivers, 27.41 to 960 Mhz RSS-119 Section 5.5.10 contains the requirements for certification in the 217- 218 Mhz and 219-220 Mhz bands. A channel plan is specified. The LAUR does not comply with this. However, aggregated channel plans are allowed on a case-by- case basis pursuant to section 5.5.13. The LAUR applies to this in that it utilizes emission designators of 200KD1D for QPSK and 16QAM and 800KD1D for 1024 DQPSK, modulation. Radio Standards Specification (RSS)-212 - Test Facilities and Test Methods for Radio Equipment which is based upon ANSCI 63.4-2001. 1.60 CONTACT IN CANADA The contact in Canada is as follows: Sercel Canada Ltd. Attn: Mr. Ken Meents 1108-55 Avenue NE Calgary, Alberta TZE6Y4 Telephone: 403-295-9780 or 403-275-3544 Fax: 403-275-1805 E-mail: [email protected] 1.70 GENERAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION, SITE NUMBER & TEST DATES The following tests and measurements were performed in the engineering laboratories of Sercel Inc., with the exception of Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing which was recorded on a characterized test open area test site (OATS), herein referred Industry Canada number 4344. The antenna range was re-calibrated due to the fact that it was torn down and redesigned. All tests were performed under t…

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