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Profiler V3 Operation Manual

CS-8800

Version 3.2.7.10.

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Table of Contents 
 
SAFETY .................................................................................................................................................................... 1 
AVOID EXCESSIVE SPEED ................................................................................................................................................... 1 
CHARGE BATTERIES .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 
SET UP ................................................................................................................................................................... 11 
BRAKE ......................................................................................................................................................................... 11 
COMPUTER................................................................................................................................................................... 11 
CHARGING THE BATTERY ................................................................................................................................................. 22 
CABLES ........................................................................................................................................................................ 22 
LIGHTS......................................................................................................................................................................... 22 
RUN AS ADMINISTRATOR ................................................................................................................................................... 2 
TEXTURE TABLE SETTINGS (SYSTEMS WITH A LASER)................................................................................................................ 5 
UPD SETTINGS (SYSTEMS WITH A LASER).............................................................................................................................. 6 
 
 
COLLECT ................................................................................................................................................................ 88 
OPENING PROFILER SOFTWARE ........................................................................................................................................ 88 
HARDWARE DETECTED AND DISCOVERED ........................................................................................................................... 88 
SYSTEM SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................................... 88 
Inclinometer Sensitivity ........................................................................................................................................ 88 
Front Arm Setting (If Applicable) ............................................................................................................................ 9 
GPS Settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 99 
UDP Settings .................................................................................................................................................... 1110 
UDP Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 10 
Texture Settings .................................................................................................................................................... 11 
 
     CAMERA .................................................................................................................................................................... 11 
HOW TO BEGIN USING THE CAMERA ............................................................................................................................. 1111 
CALIBRATION ............................................................................................................................................................ 1212 
DISTANCE CALIBRATION............................................................................................................................................... 2212 
HEIGHT CALIBRATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 14 
 
PROFILE SLOPE CALIBRATION (CLOSED LOOP CALIBRATION) - OPTIONAL .......................................................... 1919 
GPS REPORTING NOTES ............................................................................................................................................. 2222 
COLLECTING DATA .............................................................................................................................................. 2323 
CLOSED LOOP COLLECTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 2428 
SLOPE COMPENSATION ............................................................................................................................................... 2828 
ADD NOTE ............................................................................................................................................................... 2929 
PAUSES .................................................................................................................................................................... 2929 
SAVING THE NEW COLLECTION ..................................................................................................................................... 3030 
TEXTURE MEASUREMENT ............................................................................................................................................ 3131 
TRANSVERSE PROFILE COLLECTION ................................................................................................................... 3232 
VIEWING TRANSVERSE PROFILES ....................................................................................................................................... 37 
 
REPORTING AND EXPORTING ............................................................................................................................ 3737 

 
 
 
1.0- FILE TAB ...................................................................................................................................................... 3737 
1.1. - NEW .............................................................................................................................................................. 3737 
1.2. – OPEN ............................................................................................................................................................. 3737 
1.3. - OPEN RECENT .................................................................................................................................................. 3838 
1.4. – SAVE .............................................................................................................................................................. 3939 
1.5. - SAVE AS .......................................................................................................................................................... 3939 
1.6. - EXPORT ........................................................................................................................................................... 4040 
1.6.1. Export Location ...................................................................................................................................... 4040 
1.6.2. – Exporting to ERD Format ..................................................................................................................... 4141 
1.6.3. – Exporting to PPF Format ..................................................................................................................... 4444 
1.6.4. – Exporting to PRO Format..................................................................................................................... 4646 
1.6.5. – Exporting to Survey Format ..................................................................................................................... 47 
1.6.6. – Exporting to Excel Format ................................................................................................................... 4849 
EXPORT TO TEMPLATE................................................................................................................................................. 4949 
1.6.7. – Exporting to Google Earth ................................................................................................................... 5050 
1.6.8. – Exporting GPX...................................................................................................................................... 5050 
1.6.9 – Exporting to Sidewalk Format .............................................................................................................. 5151 
1.6.10 – Exporting to Localized Roughness ...................................................................................................... 5252 
1.6.11 – Exporting to ProFAA ............................................................................................................................... 54 
1.7. – Exiting Program ...................................................................................................................................... 5454 
1.8. – Shortcut Bar ........................................................................................................................................... 5454 
2.0. - EDIT .......................................................................................................................................................... 5555 
2.1 – EDIT DATA ....................................................................................................................................................... 5555 
Edit Segments................................................................................................................................................... 5656 
Edit Events ........................................................................................................................................................ 5757 
Crop Data ......................................................................................................................................................... 5858 
2.2 - PROJECT PARAMETERS ........................................................................................................................................ 6060 
2.2.1. - Job Information .................................................................................................................................... 6060 
Paving .............................................................................................................................................................. 6060 
Additional ......................................................................................................................................................... 6161 
2.2.2. - Report Memo ....................................................................................................................................... 6161 
2.2.3. - User Defined ........................................................................................................................................ 6161 
2.2. - SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................................ 6262 
2.2.1. – General Settings .................................................................................................................................. 6262 
On Startup ........................................................................................................................................................ 6464 
Data Collection Hardware ................................................................................................................................ 6565 
Report Generation ........................................................................................................................................... 6565 
Formatting ........................................................................................................................................................... 65 
2.2.2. – ANALYSIS PARAMETERS (RIDE VALUES)  ............................................................................................................. 6666 
Units ..................................................................................................................................................................... 66 
Segment Length ................................................................................................................................................... 66 
Merge Last Segment if Less Than ......................................................................................................................... 66 
Paused Section Drop Down Menu ........................................................................................................................ 67 
Analysis Type ........................................................................................................................................................ 67 
IRI ......................................................................................................................................................................... 67 
PRI .................................................................................................................................................................... 6767 
PRI Parameters ..................................................................................................................................................... 68 
Scallop Definition ............................................................................................................................................. 6868 
Blanking Band .................................................................................................................................................. 6969 
Minimum Scallop Width ................................................................................................................................... 6969 
Scallop Resolution ............................................................................................................................................ 6969 
HRI .................................................................................................................................................................... 6969 
RN .................................................................................................................................................................... 7070 
RMS Roughness ................................................................................................................................................ 7171 

 
 
 
2.2.3. – ANALYSIS PARAMETERS: FILTERS ....................................................................................................................... 7171 
Section 1 - IRI/HRI Filter----Same for IRI,HRI, RN .............................................................................................. 7171 
Section 2 - PRI Filter ......................................................................................................................................... 7171 
2.2.4. –LOCALIZED ROUGHNESS .................................................................................................................................. 7272 
Section 1 - Defect Detection ............................................................................................................................. 7373 
Section 2 - Bump Parameters ........................................................................................................................... 7373 
Section 3 - Dip Parameters ................................................................................................................................... 73 
Section 4 - Localized Roughness ....................................................................................................................... 7474 
Section 5 - Defect Data Type ............................................................................................................................ 7474 
Section 6 – Advanced ....................................................................................................................................... 7575 
Section 7 – Correction Type .............................................................................................................................. 7575 
2.2.5. - REPORT OPTIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 7575 
Ride Index Thresholds ...................................................................................................................................... 7576 
Trace Amplitudes ................................................................................................................................................. 76 
Note Reporting ..................................................................................................................................................... 76 
Segment Reporting .............................................................................................................................................. 77 
 
2.2.6. – GPS OPTIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 7878 
REPORT GPS NOTES IN TRACE ..................................................................................................................................... 7878 
INTERPOLATE LOCK-ON ............................................................................................................................................... 7878 
SIDEWALK OPTIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 7878 
3. 0 – VIEW ........................................................................................................................................................ 8080 
3.1. - REPORT ........................................................................................................................................................... 8080 
3.2 – COLLECT .......................................................................................................................................................... 8383 
3.3. – TRACE ............................................................................................................................................................ 8383 
Plot Options Settings ................................................................................................................................................. 8686 
GPS Lock-On ................................................................................................................................................................... 86 
Print ............................................................................................................................................................................... 89 
Save ............................................................................................................................................................................... 90 
4.0. – MAPPING ................................................................................................................................................. 9191 
4.1 – GOOGLE MAPS ................................................................................................................................................. 9393 
5.0 – ABOUT ...................................................................................................................................................... 9595 
PROFILER V3 LICENSE INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................. 9595 
MANUAL.................................................................................................................................................................. 9595 
CHECK FOR UPDATES .................................................................................................................................................. 9696 
SEND FEEDBACK ........................................................................................................................................................ 9696 
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................... 9797 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
Table of Figures 
 
FIGURE 1: THE CONFIGURATION FOR CHARGING THE WALKING PROFILER........................................................................................ 22 
FIGURE 2: COMPATIBILITY WINDOW FOR RUNNING PROFILER SOFTWARE AS AN ADMINISTRATOR 
………………………………………………………28 
FIGURE 3: SEARCHING FOR V3 PROGRAM FILE ............................................................................................................................ 3 
FIGURE 4: SELECTING ‘PROPERTIES’ FROM DROP DOWN MENU ...................................................................................................... 3 
FIGURE 5: CHECK ‘RUN AS ADMINISTRATOR’ IN THE SHORT CUT TAB .............................................................................................. 4 
FIGURE 6: CLICK ‘OK’ AND ‘CONTINUE’ TO CONFIRM AND RUN PROFILER AS ADMINISTRATOR ............................................................. 4 
FIGURE 7: WINDOW FOR DISACTIVATING NOTIFICATION OF CHANGES TO COMPUTER .......................................................................... 5 
FIGURE 8: GENERAL SETTINGS WINDOW ................................................................................................................................... 5 
FIGURE 9: ‘TEXTURE TABLE’ SELECTED AND ‘SEPARATE TABLE FOR EACH RUN’ BOX CHECKED .............................................................. 6 
FIGURE 10: UDP SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................................... 6 
FIGURE 11: IP SETTINGS FOR OPERATOR TOUGHBOOK COMPUTER. ................................................................................................ 7 
FIGURE 12: TEXTURE SETTING WINDOW FOR SYSTEMS WITH DOT LASERS. ....................................................................................... 7 
FIGURE 13: MAIN PROFILER SOFTWARE COLLECTION WINDOW FOR THE WALKPRO........................................................................ 8 9 
FIGURE 14: COLLECTION SETTINGS TAB................................................................................................................................ 9 11 
FIGURE 15: THE GPS SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................... 912 
FIGURE 16: UDP SETTINGS WINDOW ................................................................................................................................ 1019 
FIGURE 17: UDP ADVANCED SETTINGS WINDOW ................................................................................................................. 1022 
FIGURE 18: TEXTURE SETTINGS WINDOW ........................................................................................................................... 1122 
FIGURE 19: CAMERA SETTINGS WINDOW ............................................................................................................................ 1122 
FIGURE 20: THE CALIBRATION MENU APPEARS AFTER THE “CALIBRATE” ICON IS SELECTED.  ........................................................... 1222 
FIGURE 21: THE INITIAL WINDOW OF THE DISTANCE CALIBRATION ............................................................................................ 1322 
FIGURE 22: FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND PUSH THE DEVICE. .............................................................................................. 2213 
FIGURE 23: CALIBRATION WINDOW WITH FRONT ARM AT THE END OF THE TRACK. ....................................................................... 2213 
FIGURE 24: WINDOW FOR ENTERING LENGTH OF CALIBRATION TRACK....................................................................................... 2214 
FIGURE 25: FINAL DISTANCE CALIBRATION WINDOW. ............................................................................................................. 2214 
FIGURE 26: FIRST HEIGHT CALIBRATION WINDOW. ................................................................................................................ 2215 
FIGURE 27: TO BEGIN THE HEIGHT CALIBRATION, THE SURFACE MUST BE LEVEL. .......................................................................... 2215 
FIGURE 28: MAKE SURE THE WHEEL’S AXELS ALIGN WITH THE MARKINGS ON THE FLOOR .............................................................. 2216 
FIGURE 29: THE SOFTWARE WILL BRIEFLY FLASH THE “LEVELING” WINDOW  ............................................................................... 2216 
FIGURE 30: WALKING PROFILER MUST BE TURNED AROUND 180 DEGREES. ............................................................................... 2217 
FIGURE 31: WALKPRO DEVICE ROTATED 180 DEGREESS ......................................................................................................... 1722 
FIGURE 32: WINDOW INSTRUCTING TO TURN THE DEVICES AROUND SO THAT IT’S IN THE ORIGINAL POSITION ................................... 1822 
FIGURE 33: THE SYSTEM TURNED BACK TO IT’S ORIGINAL POSITION .......................................................................................... 1822 
FIGURE 34: AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CALIBRATION, THE SETTINGS WILL BE SAVED ................................................................................ 19 
FIGURE 35: 1ST WINDOW OF THE PROFILE SLOPE CALIBRATION ................................................................................................ 1923 
FIGURE 36: 2ND WINDOW OF THE PROFILE SLOPE CALIBRATION ............................................................................................... 2023 
FIGURE 37:PROFILE SLOPE CALIBRATION WIDOW AFTER DEVICE HAS BEEN PUSHED FOR 25 FT ALONG A STRAIGHT CALIBRATION PATH .... 2024 
FIGURE 38: WINDOW INDICATING OPERATOR TO COME BACK OVER THE SAME CALIBRATION LINE STARTING WITH THE LASER ................ 2025 
FIGURE 39: WINDOW STARTING THE SECOND HALF OF THE CLOSED LOOP CALIBRATION................................................................. 2125 
FIGURE 40: WINDOW AT THE END OF THE SECOND HALF OF THE CLOSED LOOP CALIBRATION ROUTINE ............................................. 2126 
FIGURE 41: CALIBRATION WINDOW CALCULATING RESULTS ..................................................................................................... 2227 
FIGURE 42: LAST CLOSE LOOP CALIBRATION WINDOW INDICATION A COMPLETED ROUTINE. ........................................................... 2722 
FIGURE 43: THE MAIN COLLECTION WINDOW FOR THE WALKING PROFILER ................................................................................. 2723 
FIGURE 44: FIRST WINDOW AFTER PRESSING THE “COLLECT” BUTTON ...................................................................................... 2823 
FIGURE 45: COLLECTION PROCEDURE FOR A CLOSED LOOP COLLECTION ..................................................................................... 2924 
FIGURE 46: STARTING COLLECTION .................................................................................................................................... 3025 
FIGURE 47: THE COLLECTION WINDOW ............................................................................................................................... 3025 
FIGURE 48: WINDOW AT THE END OF THE FIRST PART OF THE CLOSED LOOP. . ............................................................................. 3126 
FIGURE 49: BEGIN SECOND LOOP ...................................................................................................................................... 2638 
FIGURE 50: ONCE THE SECOND RUN IS STARTED THE OPTION TO STOP COLLECTING APPEARS .......................................................... 2738 
FIGURE 51: END OF SECOND LOOP FOR CLOSED LOOP COLLECTION ......................................................................................... 2739 
FIGURE 52: SECOND LOOP LENGTH FOR CLOSED LOOP IS INVALID ............................................................................................ 2839 

 
 
 
FIGURE 53: PROMPT TO USE SLOPE COMPENSATION ON AN OPEN LOOP COLLECTION ................................................................. 2940 
FIGURE 54: SAVING OPTIONS AFTER A COLLECTION ............................................................................................................... 3040 
FIGURE 55: WINDOWS EXPLORER TO SAVE THE COLLECTION ................................................................................................... 3040 
FIGURE 56: THE DIAGNOSTICS WINDOW IS SHOWN ABOVE WITH ALL OF THE COMPONENTS GREEN AND OPERATIONAL ........................ 3141 
FIGURE 57: TEXTURE SETTING TAB UNDER SYSTEM SETTING .................................................................................................... 4132 
FIGURE 58: FIRST COLLECTION WINDOW AFTER PRESSING COLLECT. ......................................................................................... 4332 
FIGURE 59: VERIFICATION WINDOW FOR COLLECTING TRANSVERSE PROFILES .............................................................................. 3344 
FIGURE 60: FIRST COLLECTION WINDOW FOR TRANSVERSE PROFILER  ....................................................................................... 4533 
FIGURE 61: WINDOW INDICATING OPERATOR TO IMPUT START STATION AND TRAVEL DIRECTION.  ................................................... 4633 
FIGURE 62: FIRST COLLECTION WINDOW AFTER PRESSING COLLECT .......................................................................................... 4734 
FIGURE 63: COLLECTION WINDOW WHILE PROFILING  ............................................................................................................ 4734 
FIGURE 64: WINDOW ASKING FOR ANOTHER TRANSVERSE PROFILE.  ......................................................................................... 4835 
FIGURE 65: SAVE RUN WINDOW . ...................................................................................................................................... 4935 
FIGURE 66: WINDOW AFTER SELECTING “YES” TO FIGURE 54 FOR COLLECTING ANOTHER PROFILE  ................................................. 5036 
FIGURE 67: COLLECTING ANOTHER TRANSVERSE PROFILE . ...................................................................................................... 5136 
FIGURE 68: TRANSVERSE PROFILE VIEWING . ........................................................................................................................ 5237 
FIGURE 69 : OPENING A DATA FILE IN THE PROFILER V3 PROGRAM. .............................................................................................. 38 
FIGURE 70: THE OPEN RECENT FEATURE ................................................................................................................................. 38 
FIGURE 71: THE CLEAR RECENT FEATURE ................................................................................................................................. 39 
FIGURE 72: SAVING A FILE THROUGH SAVE AS IN RSD FORMAT. .................................................................................................. 39 
FIGURE 73: THE EXPORT WINDOW FOR EXPORTING THE DATA INTO EXCEL FORMAT. ......................................................................... 40 
FIGURE 74: SELECTING A LOCATION TO SAVE THE EXPORTED FILE. ................................................................................................. 40 
FIGURE 75: THE EXPORT TYPE DROP DOWN MENU .................................................................................................................... 40 
FIGURE 76: THE EXPORT FOLDER LOCATION SELECTION .............................................................................................................. 41 
FIGURE 77: THE ERD FORMAT EXPORT WINDOW WITH MATCH TRACKS SELECTED. ........................................................................... 41 
FIGURE 78: THE ERD EXPORT WINDOW SETTINGS .................................................................................................................... 43 
FIGURE 79: THE PPF EXPORT WINDOW .................................................................................................................................. 44 
FIGURE 80: THE OPTIONAL SETTINGS WHEN EXPORTING IN PPF FORMAT. ...................................................................................... 45 
FIGURE 81: THE EXPORT WINDOW WHEN PRO FORMAT IS SELECTED. ........................................................................................... 46 
FIGURE 82: THE DETAILS TAB CONTAINS INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROJECT................................................................................... 47 
FIGURE 83: THE WINDOW FOR EXPORTING IN SURVEY FORMAT ................................................................................................... 47 
FIGURE 84: THE ADVANCED OPTIONS OF THE SURVEY FORMAT ................................................................................................... 48 
FIGURE 85: EXPORTING THE DATA INTO MICROSOFT EXCEL FORMAT ............................................................................................. 49 
FIGURE 86: THE TYPES OF EXCEL FORMATS ARE LISTED IN THE DROP DOWN MENU. .......................................................................... 49 
FIGURE 87: GOOGLE EARTH ................................................................................................................................................. 50 
FIGURE 88: THE EXPORT WINDOW WHEN THE GPX FORMAT IS SELECTED. ..................................................................................... 51 
FIGURE 89: THE SIDEWALK EXPORT WINDOW. ........................................................................................................................ 52 
FIGURE 90: THE CUSTOMIZE WINDOW .................................................................................................................................. 53 
FIGURE 91: THE LOCALIZED ROUGHNESS EXPORT TEMPLATE ...................................................................................................... 53 
FIGURE 92: PROFAA MATCHING........................................................................................................................................... 54 
FIGURE 93: EXITING THE PROGRAM- SAVING ........................................................................................................................... 54 
FIGURE 94: THE SHORTCUT BAR WITH ALL OF THE FREQUENTLY USED WINDOWS ............................................................................. 55 
FIGURE 95: THE EDIT RUN OPTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 55 
FIGURE 96: ADDING OR REMOVING PAUSES FROM THE COLLECTION.............................................................................................. 56 
FIGURE 97: EDIT EVENTS TAB ............................................................................................................................................... 58 
FIGURE 98: THE CROP DATA TOOL ........................................................................................................................................ 59 
FIGURE 99: THE PROJECT PARAMETERS WINDOW ..................................................................................................................... 59 
FIGURE 100: THE REPORT MEMO WINDOW ............................................................................................................................ 61 
FIGURE 101: THE USER DEFINED SECTION .............................................................................................................................. 62 
FIGURE 102: THE GENERAL SETTINGS WINDOW ....................................................................................................................... 62 
FIGURE 103: THE CUSTOM FILE NAMING CONVENTION WINDOW ................................................................................................. 64 
FIGURE 104: THE IRI ANALYSIS PARAMETERS WINDOW ............................................................................................................. 68 
FIGURE 105: THE ANALYSIS TYPE DROP DOWN MENU DISPLAYING ALL OF THE RIDE VALUES OPTIONS .................................................. 68 
FIGURE 106: AN EXAMPLE OF THE BLANKING BAND IN THE TRACE REPORT. .................................................................................... 69 
FIGURE 107: THE HRI ANALYSIS WINDOW WITH THE AVAILABLE FILTER SETTINGS. ........................................................................... 70 
FIGURE 108: THE RN ANALYSIS WINDOW WITH THE FILTER OPTIONS SHOWN. ................................................................................ 70 

 
 
 
FIGURE 109: THE FILTERS WITHIN THE IRI ANALYSIS PARAMETER WINDOW .................................................................................... 71 
FIGURE 110: THE FILTERS FOR PRI ......................................................................................................................................... 72 
FIGURE 111: THE LOCALIZED ROUGHNESS WINDOW WITH THE DEFECT SETTINGS. ........................................................................... 72 
FIGURE 112: WHEN ONLY BUMPS ARE SELECTED FROM THE DROP DOWN MENU, THE DIP PARAMETERS BECOME UNAVAILABLE. ............... 73 
FIGURE 113: WHEN ONLY DIPS ARE BEING TESTED FOR, THE BUMP PARAMETERS BECOME UNAVAILABLE. ............................................. 73 
FIGURE 114: THE LOCALIZED ROUGHNESS SETTINGS FOR DISPLAYING DEFECTS ................................................................................ 74 
FIGURE 115: THE TYPES OF TESTING AVAILABLE TO FIND THE DEFECTS IN THE DATA. ......................................................................... 74 
FIGURE 116: MERGE DEFECTS .............................................................................................................................................. 75 
FIGURE 117: CORRECTION TYPES .......................................................................................................................................... 75 
FIGURE 118: THE REPORT OPTIONS WINDOW. ......................................................................................................................... 75 
FIGURE 119: HIGHLIGHTING IRI VALUES OVER A THRESHOLD ...................................................................................................... 76 
FIGURE 120: THE GPS OPTIONS TAB ...................................................................................................................................... 78 
FIGURE 121: THE SIDEWALK OPTIONS ................................................................................................................................... 79 
FIGURE 122: THE SUMMARY HEADER OF A SINGLE TRACE REPORT. ............................................................................................... 80 
FIGURE 123: ENABLE AND DISABLE REPORTS WINDOW ............................................................................................................. 80 
FIGURE 124: THE TOOL BAR FOR THE REPORT WINDOW ............................................................................................................. 81 
FIGURE 125: PRINTING OPTIONS WINDOW ............................................................................................................................ 81 
FIGURE 126: THE DROP DOWN MENU FOR THE REPORT OPTIONS ................................................................................................. 82 
FIGURE 127: THE BUILT IN ZOOM RATIOS ................................................................................................................................ 82 
FIGURE 128: THE SEGMENT OR DEFECT NAVIGATOR .................................................................................................................. 83 
FIGURE 129: GO TO LOCATION FEATURE ................................................................................................................................. 83 
FIGURE 130: AN EXAMPLE OF THE PROFILE TRACE .................................................................................................................... 83 
FIGURE 131: THE PLOT OPTIONS WINDOW .............................................................................................................................. 84 
FIGURE 132: PLOT OPTIONS WINDOW .................................................................................................................................. 84 
FIGURE 133: THE CONTINUOUS IRI PLOT OPTIONS WINDOW. ..................................................................................................... 85 
FIGURE 134: THE PLOT OF THE CONTINUOUS IRI TRACE ............................................................................................................. 85 
FIGURE 135: THE PLOT OF THE PROFILE TRACE ......................................................................................................................... 86 
FIGURE 136: THE CONTINUOUS IRI TRACE WITH THE LOCALIZED ROUGHNESS DIAMONDS SHOWN ...................................................... 87 
FIGURE 137: A LOCATION SELECTED AND READY TO START NAVIGATION ......................................................................................... 88 
FIGURE 138: THE TRACE NAVIGATION OPTIONS ....................................................................................................................... 88 
FIGURE 139: NAVIGATE TO GPS COORDINATE ......................................................................................................................... 88 
FIGURE 140: THE NAVIGATION STARTED. THE PINK LINE IS THE DESTINATION .................................................................................. 89 
FIGURE 141: THE PRINT WINDOW THAT APPEARS AFTER THE PRINT ICON IS SELECTED ...................................................................... 89 
FIGURE 142: THE TOOL BAR FOR THE TRACE WINDOW ............................................................................................................... 90 
FIGURE 143: WINDOWS EXPLORER TO SAVE A PICTURE OF THE GRAPH. ......................................................................................... 90 
FIGURE 144: THE AVAILABLE PICTURE FORMATS TO SAVE THE TRACE GRAPH IN................................................................................ 90 
FIGURE 145: THE DROP DOWN MENU FOR MAPPING ................................................................................................................ 92 
FIGURE 146: A BUMP IS SELECTED IN MAPPING ....................................................................................................................... 92 
FIGURE 147: NAVIGATION TO A POINT IN MAPPING .................................................................................................................. 93 
FIGURE 148: INITIAL GOOGLE MAPS SCREEN .......................................................................................................................... 93 
FIGURE 149: GOOGLE MAPS SHOWING THE LOCALIZED ROUGHNESS ............................................................................................ 95 
FIGURE 150: THE ABOUT WINDOW ...................................................................................................................................... 96 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  

Safety

Turn on headlights when profiling to alert other drivers and co-workers of your presence.

Road profilers are precision instruments, handle with care. Improper maintenance and use will

reduce system life and collection accuracy.

Avoid Excessive Speed

The optimal WalkPro collection speeds are below one foot per second. Exceeding this threshold

will create varying elevations when compared against the true profile. The operator can choose

the operational speed by adjusting the warning speed on the speedometer. When the warning

speed is exceeded the computer will beep.

It is recommended that the WalkPro not collect data over 4 feet per second (1.2 meters/second).

Charge Batteries

Fully charge the walking profiler battery before each use. The walking profiler battery will last for

a much longer duration if the walking profiler is not also charging the Toughbook. To extend the

profiling period, have an extra fully charged Toughbook battery to be exchanged with the operating

computer’s battery when the original Toughbook battery becomes low on power.

Avoid over-discharge of the lithium-ion battery and premature degradation of the battery. Charge

the WalkPro battery periodically to prevent over-discharge. During long storage periods the

temperature should remain within the thresholds of 20 ± 5°C, Humidity 45-85%. Keep battery 40-

60% charged during the periods of storage.

Set Up

Laser Front Arm

The laser front arm should be installed at the recommended measurement height of 12 inches for

the Gocator 2342. This height is measured from the bottom of the laser to the measurement

surface. When the laser is within its measurement range the “Range” LED will be illuminated.

If using the laser front arm assure that the front arm type is correct under Collect>System

Settings.

Brake

The brake is located at the rear of the WalkPro and acts on the left rear wheel. This is the wheel

that is attached to the distance encoder. Be cautious to never push the WalkPro while the brake is

engaged. The rubber of the rear wheel can be damaged in this way. If the damage is severe, it can

affect the quality of the profiling data.

Computer

Always charge the operating computer so that the profiling time is not limited by battery power.

If possible keep an extra charged battery to exchange with the original one to extend battery life.

The operating computer may be charged by the WalkPro; however, the battery charge of the

WalkPro will be depleted in a shorter amount of time.

Charging the Battery

To charge the WalkPro insert the leads

into their corresponding ports on the rear

of the WalkPro. The light of the charger

should turn from green to red to signify

charging. When the battery is fully

charged, the LED on the charger will turn

green.

Cables

The walking profiler has cables for the 9-pin data cable (which can also be a usb cable on some

models), power cable for the Toughbook and an ethernet cable for front arm laser models. The

Toughbook power cable does not need to be connected to collect. If the Toughbook power cable

is connected, the battery life of the walking profiler will be reduced.

Lights

The lights on the WalkPro are turned on by flipping the switch on the housing of the WalkPro. The

lights can only turn on when the power switch is in the on position.

Run as Administrator (Windows 7)

Front arm laser models with ethernet connection require

Profiler to be run as Administrator. Go to the Desktop,

right click on the SSI Profiler icon and select the

“Compatibility” tab. At the bottom of the window under

“Privilege Level”, select the check box for “Run this

program as an administrator.”

Run as Administrator (Windows 10)

Front arm laser models with ethernet connection require Profiler to be run as Administrator.

Right click on the Profiler V3 icon ‘P3’, go to More>Open File Location.

Right click on SSI Profiler shortcut, go to properties

In Shortcut tab go to Advanced... Check ‘Run as Administrator’ and then ‘ok’.

Figure 1: Configuration for charging the walking profiler.

Figure 2: Compatibility window for running Profiler

software as an administrator in Windows 7.

Figure 4: Selecting ‘Properties’ from drop down menu.

Figure 3: Searching for Profiler V3 program file.

Click ‘Continue’, in Access Denied window for Profiler to run as Administrator every time

opened.

Figure 5: Check ‘Run as Administrator’ in the Short Cut tab.

Figure 6: Click ‘OK’ and ‘Continue’ to confirm and run Profiler as Administrator.

After setting Profiler V3 to run as Administrator, a popup with appear every time you open

the program. To get rid of the popup search "user account control" and set to "never notify"

(this is Optional)

Note: The settings.xml file goes in C:\Users\SSI PROFILER\AppData\Roaming\SSI\SSI.Surface.Roads.UDP.LaserRec

Texture Table Settings

(Systems with a Laser)

It’s recommended when

using the texture table to

change the decimal paces

to around 6. Go to Report

Engin>Settings>General

and change it to 6.

Figure 7: Window for disactivating notification of changes to computer.

Figure 8: General

Settings Window

After changing the

decimal places,

click on “Texture

Table” and check

the “Separate

Table for Each Run”

check box.

UDP Settings Systems with a Laser

For WalkPro systems

with a laser, make

sure that it has the IP

address

192.168.1.10. This

change can be made

under System

Settings>UDP

Settings>Advanced

Settings. Make sure

all the settings are

the same as in figure

10.

Figure 9: ‘Texture

Table’ selected and

‘Separate Table for

Each Run’ box

checked.

Figure 10: UDP

settings

Toughbook operator computers should already be set up with the correct IP address. In any case

this can be done ‘Local Area Connection Properties’.

Dot lasers only work with

Longitudinal Texture

mode. Go to System

Settings>Texture settings

and check the “Enable

Texture Mode” box. Do

not enable the “Use Laser

as Front Arm” box.

Figure 11: IP Settings for operator Toughbook Computer.

Figure 12: Texture

Setting Window

for systems with

dot lasers.

Collect

Opening Profiler Software

Open the Profiler software by selecting the Profiler icon on the desktop, or through the folder

destination of MyComputer>C:\ProgramFiles\SSIProfiler3 and selecting the

‘SSI.Surface.Roads.Profiler.App.exe’ file. The software will only detect the hardware if the

electronics are powered on and the computer is connected to the device through the DB-9 serial

port or the proper usb cable.

Hardware Detected and Discovered

Once hardware is properly connected and set up, the Profiler program will recognize the hardware

once the Collect window is opened. When the hardware is found, “Profiling System Hardware

Connected” will be displayed at the bottom right corner of the window.

System Settings

Inclinometer Sensitivity

Under System setting there are text boxes to enter the inclinometer sensitivity. Before performing

the height calibration make sure the inclinometer sensitivity is set up correctly. Enter the same

number in Channel 0 and Channel 1 for the CS8800. For the CS8850 Sidewalk Profiler there are

different numbers for each channel. You can find your inclinometer sensitivity from the

documentation provided by your SSI Representative. The inclinometer sensitivity is based on the

scaling factor of the inclinometer.

Figure 13: Main Profiler Software collection window for the WalkPro with Systems Setting

button highlighted as next setup procedure.

The sampling interval should be set at one inch unless directed by a SSI Representative. The one-

inch sampling interval allows the CS8800 to be a Class I profiler for use in comparison with high

speed inertial systems.

The maximum speed warning can be adjusted based on the type of work being collected. As the

collection speed increases the accuracy of the system decreases. For optimal results, collect data

at one to 1.2 foot per second. Do not exceed two feet per second.

Front Arm Setting (If Applicable)

Depending on the type of front arm the operator should set the type of front arm being used. The

parameters will be entered in the Collect window under System Settings and Collection Settings.

There are no calibrations for the laser front arm.

GPS Settings

The CS8800 operator can select the type of

GPS string to display in the Collect

Window, and enter the parameters of the

GPS antenna location for more accurate

GPS positioning. The minimum GPS

sampling can be set to the default value of

0.00 for the maximum amount of samples.

Figure 15: The GPS Settings

Figure 14: Collection Settings tab of a WalkPro system with same

Inclinometer Sensitivity value in Channel 0 and Channel 1

UDP Settings

Chose the appropriate UDP setting according to the configuration of your system. For devices with

a front arm laser, use “The Advanced setting” to configure the particular laser.

UDP Advanced Settings

Under Advanced Setting, make sure to follow the above image. The tab for “Receiver 0” should

be active and enabled. Make sure to select “Gocator 4” above the Gocator Receiver Settings and

take particular care in copying the correct inputs for Mode, FrameRate, Exposure, and the IP

address.

Figure 16: UDP Settings window.

Figure 17: UDP Advanced Settings window.

Texture Settings

Under the Texture

Setting window, make

sure to select the

“Enable Texture Mode”

checkbox. SSI

recommends the

Texture Mode set to

“3d Mode” for most

applications.

Camera Settings

How to Begin Using the Camera

Install the Flycap2Viewer driver

located on the disk supplied by

SSI (or already installed on the

computer). The correct driver

depends on if the computer is

32 or 64 bit. To check this, open

the start menu and right click on

My Computer (or My PC) and

choose ‘Properties’. On this

window find the System Type

and view if the system is 32 or

64 bit. If the computer is 32-bit,

install the x86 flycap2viewer. If

the system is 64-bit, install the

x64 flycap2viewer. Once the driver is installed, plug in the Chameleon Camera to the computer’s

USB port and the camera’s back cover. The computer will sound two pings and install the driver

software for the camera. Once finished, a notification window will appear in the bottom right of

the screen to say that a Chameleon camera is connected. Now the camera can be enabled in the

Profiler V3 program.

Enabling Camera Settings

Once the profiling system is connected and the Collect tab is open, the operator can enable the

camera. At this time make sure the flycap2viewer driver is installed and the camera is connected.

Open the collect window and once the hardware is found, select System Settings. Under the

system settings window, select the Camera Settings tab. To enable the camera feature, select the

check box under the Camera Settings Tab. The camera interval is the distance between each

picture. This can be set to any interval, however, the more pictures taken results in more data

saved to the file and more time that post-processing will take. If the camera is not mounted

Figure 19: Camera Settings window

Figure 18: Texture

Settings window.

upright, enter the correct rotation angle in degrees, selecting one of the four options. The camera

is focused on the physical lens. Enter the serial number of the camera which is on the sticker on

the back panel of the camera. Once apply is selected the camera will be found in under one minute

for the first use. Once the settings are saved, the serial number will fade out.

If the camera image preview is not in color: Under Collect Window > System Settings > Advanced

Camera Settings > Standard Video Mode, select the button for the resolution and pixel type to be

Y8 and 1280 x 960. The frame rate should be at 15 Hz. This will make the camera take color pictures

(as seen in the preview window also). Also make sure that the pixel type is Raw 8 and the mode is

‘0’ under the custom video modes tab.

The image preview should appear in the Collect window in color and at the correct orientation. If

not, change the settings to the appropriate orientation or open the Advanced Settings.

To reduce the size of the image, change the resolution of the camera medium or low. This will

decrease the processing time and RSD file size. The Advanced Options can be changed by the user

under Custom Mode.

Calibration

Distance Calibration

Prepare a test track by measuring out 528 ft (160 meters) with a rolling wheel measuring device

in a marked and straight path. Once the test track is prepared, start the calibration procedures

through the Calibrate icon in the Collect window. Select Distance Calibration and follow the steps

precisely to complete a successful calibration.

Figure 20: The Calibration menu appears after the “Calibrate” icon is selected.

Figure 21: The initial window of the distance calibration. Once the walking

profiler’s front wheel is on the beginning of the track, select next.

Figure 22: Follow the instructions and push the device until the front wheel

is at the end of the calibration track.

Figure 23: Calibration window with front arm at the end of the track. The estimated

distance can be ignored as it will be overwritten at the end of the calibration procedure.

Height Calibration

Before performing the height calibration make sure the inclinometer sensitivity is set up correctly

under System Settings. Enter the same number in Channel 0 and Channel 1. You can find your

inclinometer sensitivity from documentation from your SSI Representative. The inclinometer

sensitivity is based on the scaling factor of the inclinometer.

To perform a height calibration, the walking profiler needs to be placed on a level surface. Mark

the locations of the main wheels on the ground and begin the calibration process. These wheels

Figure 24: This is the window where the operator enters how long the calibration

track is. The units can be changed by clicking on the feet (ft) and choosing the

appropriate units. After the length of the track has been entered, select accept.

Figure 25: This window shows the number of encoder counts, the length of the

track that was entered in the previous window and the estimated distance traveled

based on the last calibration.

do not move along the body of the walking profiler, so they are a good reference point. While the

inclinometer is calibrating, do not touch or move the walking profiler.

Once the first step is complete, rotate the walking profiler 180 degrees so that the wheels switch

positions and resume the calibrations. Last, return the device to its initial position on the marks.

These steps are listed in the procedures while performing the height calibration. Follow the images

and instructions below.

The position of the

wheels must be marked

in a manner similar to

the image. To begin the

calibration, the surface

must be close to level.

Figure 26: The first window of the height calibration. This window instructs the operator to

place the walking profiler on level ground with the brake applied.

Figure 27: First Step

to Height Calibration

Make sure the wheel’s axels align with

the markings on the floor by looking from

above down at the axel. Look that the

axels align with both marking, and that

the wheels are exactly above the

intersecting points of the markings.

Figure 28: Align wheels

and axels with marks on

the floor

Figure 29: The software will briefly flash the “Leveling” window begore continuing the calibration.

After the first phase of the height calibration, the walking profiler must be turned around 180

degrees and have its left rear wheel switch positions with the left front wheel. The wheels must

interchange contact points.

After the first phase of the calibration, rotate the walking profiler 180 degrees so that it is facing

the other direction. Line up the wheels on the same marks that were made in phase one; the

back wheel has switched positions with the front wheel. Finish the calibration procedures given

by the program. The points of contact of between wheels and floor should now be

interchanged.

Figure 30: Next step Height Calibration

Figure 31: WalkPro device rotated 180 degrees.

This last step of the height calibration will only appear if the system hasn’t been recently calibrated.

If the device has valid height calibration settings, the calibration routine will stop after rotating the

system 180 degrees and pressing next.

Figure 32: Window instructing to turn the devices around so that it’s in the original position.

Figure 33: The system turned back to it’s original position.

Profile Slope Calibration (Closed Loop Calibration) - Optional

This calibration allows the system to determine the inclinometer drift and compensate for it. The

closed loop calibration is not required for operation of the CS8800. By compensating for the drift

the elevation profile will be more accurately represented. The calibration is called a closed-loop

calibration because the operation is performed down and back along the calibration track. A

distance of 20ft-25ft is recommended for the closed loop calibration (20ft is the minimun).

Calibration Instructions:

Place system laser at start of track.

Figure 35: 1st window of the Profile Slope Calibration. The initial negative distance indicates the

length between the laser and back wheel. Proceed to push system to end of track.

Figure 34: After a successful calibration, the settings will be saved. Select close to

proceed to the next procedure.

Figure 36: 2nd window of the Profile Slope Calibration. The initial negative distance indicates the

length between the front and back wheel. Proceed to push system to end of track.

Figure 37: Profile Slope Calibration widow after device has been pushed for 25 ft along a

straight calibration path. Closed loop calibrations can be no shorter than 20ft.

Figure 38: Window indicating operator to come back over the same calibration line

With the system facing the opposite direction and laser at the end of the track, where the back

wheel ended, push system back to initial starting point. The main wheels should go over the same

line. The distance traveled will be reversed. Stop when the onscreen “Current Distance” shows

0.00 feet.

Figure 39: Window starting the second half of the closed loop calibration. Push device back to

the start of the original track.

Figure 40: Window at the end of the second half of the calibration routine when the device has

reached the starting point of the initial track.

GPS Reporting Notes

If WalkPro is equipped with 5 Hertz (Hz) GPS, the coordinates of the profile will be included with

the data. The GPS system is maintenance free and does not require any set up as long as the

antenna is fixed to the WalkPro housing. The reporting interval of the GPS coordinates can be

adjusted within Profiler V3. Navigate to the Report Options tab under Settings. Select the icon

labeled “Customize Reporting Intervals” and enter the appropriate distance between GPS

coordinates.

Figure 42: Last close loop calibration window indication a completed routine.

Figure 41:Calibration window calculating results

Create A New Job Folder on the Hard Drive For Organization

Prior to starting a profile job, it is recommended to organize the files into a folder where all of the

files can be easily accessed. Each job should have its own folder. To create a new folder right click

within windows explorer and select New>Folder.

Collecting Data

Figure 43: The main collection window for the walking profiler.

Figure 44: First window after pressing the “Collect” button.

Closed Loop Collections and Slope Compensation

Closed loop collections are not mandatory to operate the WalkPro. The operator has the right

to only run open loop collections (one collection direction).

Closed loop collections eliminate inclinometer drift by subtracting the elevation changes from

sequential samples through the profile. A closed loop collection collects one run up and the second

run down the collection path. A slope compensation value is determined from the first closed loop

collection and is used in the subsequent collections of the WalkPro as long as the device hardware

is not disconnected. If the hardware is disconnected the slope compensation value is deleted and

the operator must perform another closed loop collection to determine the drift coefficient.

The red lever arm wheel should follow the same path for both collection directions.

Every time the hardware is disconnected the slope compensation value is lost and another closed

loop collection is required to replace the drift coefficient.

To collect a closed loop collection begin the collection by connecting the WalkPro hardware and

selecting Collect icon to input the collection parameters. Start the collection with the front left

wheel (lever wheel) on the starting position. Select “OK” to begin collecting. Once the collection

device’s rear left wheel is over the end point select “End First Loop” below “Stop Collecting” (End

First Loop is a closed loop collection; Stop Collecting is an open loop collection). Once the operator

selects “End First Loop” the WalkPro should be turned 180 degrees so the lever wheel is on the

same path as run one. The operator will select “Start Second Run” when in the start collection

position. Continue beginning point of run one and end the collection by selecting “Stop.” At this

time the program will determine a drift coefficient for the current hardware connection.

If the second loop is not approximately the same length as the first loop (1 foot tolerance) the

program will make the collections into open loop runs.

The physical procedure for closed loop collections is shown below. Begin at a point A and end at

point B, then turn around to begin at point B to end at point A. The exact path of run 1 is followed

until the collection is ended at point A. Do no drastically lift the wheels of the walking profiler

while reversing its direction. Execute multiple “Y” turns to rotate the walking profiler 180 degrees.

Begin the collection of run one at point A with the axle of the front measurement wheel centered

on the starting line. End run 1 at the ending station (point B) with the left rear wheel centered over

the end line (the wheel that the brake acts on). This ending position may be marked to find the

same point to start run two. Begin run two with the measurement wheel (wheel on the lever arm)

centered on the marked line showing the end of run one. Run two ends at point A with the left

rear wheel over the initial starting point.

Point B

Point A

Run 1

Run 2

Figure 45: Collection procedure for a closed loop collection

The collection speed should not exceed one foot

per second to have the most accurate profile

collections. The speed limit is denoted by the red

area of the speedometer. The operator is able to

change the warning speed at their discretion. As the

collection speed increases the accuracy of the

WalkPro decreases.

It is not recommended to collect WalkPro profiles

faster than 4 feet per second. For the most

accurate profiles set the speedometer for a

maximum speed of 1 foot per second.

Figure 46: Start Collection.

To start the collection, move the

walking profiler to the beginning of

the track. Once OK is selected, data

collection will begin.

Figure 47: The collection window. It shows the initial options to stop the open

loop collection or end the first loop of a closed loop collection.

When the walking profiler is in place to start the second leg of the closed loop, select “Start

Second Run.” Once the front left wheel is on the starting mark the operator may select “Start

Second Run” of the closed loop collection.

Figure 48: Window at the end of the first part of the closed loop.

Figure 49: Begin Second Loop window

Figure 50: Once the second run is started the option to stop collecting appears.

During the second leg of collection, the end station will decrease toward zero; the

starting station for the first loop.

Figure 51: End of Second Loop for Closed Loop Collection

Closed Loop Requirements

If the second leg of the closed loop collection is not as long as the first leg the Profiler program will

give the operator an error. The tolerance for this error is one foot. The ending station of the second

loop must accurately match the beginning station of loop one for the slope compensation feature

to function.

Slope Compensation

After the operator has collected a valid closed loop run the WalkPro software will save the slope

compensation value until the hardware is disconnected. To use the slope compensation feature

with open run collections, select “Yes” after an open loop collection. The slope compensation

allows one direction open loop collections to be closed loop collections. Either method, closed

loop or slope compensation, will produce accurate profiles without inclinometer drift. The slope

compensation is much faster and more efficient and will reduce the number of runs collected by

the operator.

For instructions on performing a closed loop collection, see the closed loop section above.

Figure 52: Second Loop Length for Closed Loop is Invalid

Add Note

Adding notes is a valuable tool when pausing or explaining information that is not included in the

profile data. This can be information on manholes, drainage structure, bridge decks or any other

obstruction. Adding notes assures the operator that the data will be able to be deciphered at a

later date, and any questions can be answered. Notes, also known as events, can be changed or

edited in post processing under the Edit Data>Edit Events tab in Profiler V3.

Pauses

Pausing is allowed for certain obstructions in the profiling path. These are for instance, drainage

structures, bridge decks and manholes. Review the overseeing agency’s specifications for paused

and excluded data. Pausing the data run still collects the distance traveled, but the height data is

omitted. The trace will still show the trace of the paused section. If the operator decides to review

the paused sections, these sections can be analyzed alone, with the rest of the data, or excluded.

When the paused sections are excluded, the data within the paused section will not affect the

localized roughness or ride value calculations. This option can be found in General Settings within

the drop-down menu under the label Pause Section Analysis.

New pauses, adjustments to the run up/out data, and stationing changes can be made after the

data has been collected. To adjust these settings, navigate to the Edit Data section under the Edit

tab.

Figure 53: Prompt to Use Slope Compensation on an Open Loop Collection

Saving the New Collection

After collection of the data the Profiler program will

ask the operator to Save as New Project, Save Run,

or Do Not Save. The options of Save as New Project

and Save Run will open windows explorer to choose

a folder destination for the new file. If do not save

is chosen, the program will keep the last collection,

but it will not be saved. To save the collection after

selecting do not save, open the file>Save As in the

menu bar.

When there is unsaved data or changes in Profiler V3, the file name in the lower left corner will

have an asterisk (*) after the file name.

The save as new feature can be used if a new file was not created before collection. If the data was

collected under an old file name and the operator does not want the recent data to be saved under

this old file, choose Save As New. If the operator created a new file prior to collection Save As New

and Save Run will perform the same function.

Save the file by selecting File>Save or File> Save As. This will allow the operator to save the

collection data.

Figure 55: Windows Explorer to save the collection

Figure 54: Saving Options after a collection

Texture Measurement

Using the laser front arm the WalkPro can collect high frequency elevation samples to be used to

calculate texture or Mean Profile Depth (MPD). The collection procedure is the same as the

regular WalkPro collections, however there are new parameters that need to be entered prior to

collection such as texture sampling interval and laser front arm type. The collection program

uses SSI’s Laser Recorder program that has the ability to collect a high amount of laser samples in

different modes. Under Collect>System Settings>Texture Settings the operator can choose one of

three texture modes: Longitudinal, Transverse and 3D Modes. The sampling interval is the length

of the texture sample while the capture interval is the length between texture patches.

• Longitudinal Texture Mode

Collects longitudinal texture along a thin line, only using the center elevation

readings of the laser. A four-inch (10.16 cm) strip is used to calculate the texture

value.

• Transverse Texture Mode

Collects transverse texture at the specified sampling interval.

• 3D Texture Mode

o Full and continuous texture profile at 1mm x 1mm resolution.

Figure 56: The diagnostics window is shown above with all of the components

green and operational.

Transverse Profile Collection

The WalkPro CS8800 is able to collect transverse profiles with no change in hardware. In order to

complete this operation, the user must select the check box under the run out input of the

Collection Parameters window (appearing after clicking on the Collect icon). The transverse

collection procedure is similar to the longitudinal collection and the calibrations are the same.

After selecting the ‘Collect’ icon at the top right corner of the

Collect window the user is presented with the Collection

Parameters window. To collect transverse runs select the checkbox

below the run out input. After selecting begin the operator will be

asked if the collection type is desired to be transverse. Before

proceeding the CS8800 should be near the starting point of the

collection. The collection will begin after the SSI Profiler program

confirms the CS8800 is at the edge of the collection track, or path,

and the user enters the starting station and station direction.

Figure 57: Texture setting tab under system setting.

Figure 58: First Collection window after pressing collect.

The transverse data will be displayed within the collection screen along with the distance

traveled, speed and station position. To end the collection, select the icon at the top right of the

window, ‘Stop Transverse’.

At the end of the collection the SSI Profiler program will ask if more transverse profiles will be

collected. If no other collections will be made the previous collection will be saved.

Data Saving Option A:

If additional transverse data will be collected the program will ask how to save the

additional runs. The user may save the additional runs to the currently open RSD file. The

SSI program will automatically categorize the collections as sequential Run 1, Run 2, etc.

If another transverse collection will be saved to the current RSD file, the user shall move

the CS8800 to the edge of the collection track when prompted by the software. The

collection will start once the user selects OK under the, ‘Move WalkPro to Edge of Track’

window. Additional transverse collections will be terminated the same way as previous

runs. Additional collections may be saved under one RSD file. SSI recommends a

maximum of twelve collections under one RSD file.

Data Saving Option B:

The user may save each transverse collection as an independent RSD file. This is the

preferred collection method when post-processing will be performed. After each

collection the operator shall decline to collect additional transverse collections and will

save each file as a new RSD file. Once the user is ready for another collection, it is

recommended to create a new file. A new RSD file can be created through File>New or

CTRL+N.

Figure 59: Verification window for collecting transverse profiles.

Figure 60: First

Collection window for

Transverse profiler.

Figure 61: Window indicating operator

to input start station and direction of

travel.

Figure 62: First Collection window after pressing collect.

Figure 63: Collection window while profiling

Figure 64 : Window asking for another transverse profile. Pressing “No”

will lead to figure 55. Pressing “Yes” will lead to figure 57.

Figure 65: Save run window.

Figure 66: Window after selecting “Yes” to figure 54 for collecting another profile.

Figure 67: Collecting another transverse profile.

Viewing Transverse Profiles

The transverse collections will be available for viewing under the Advanced Tools section of SSI

Profiler. The tab will be labeled, ‘Transverse Profile’. Within this window the user may review the

elevation trace, longitudinal station, and rut depth. Each transverse profile can be edited under

this window by cropping either side of the collection.

Reporting and Exporting

1.0- File Tab

1.1. - New

Selecting New creates a new project file to be saved on the operator’s computer or external device.

The file will open automatically and the bottom left corner of the program will display “New File.”

If data has been collected with this file, the name will be displayed with as asterisk as “New File*.”

1.2. – Open

Opens a project file previously saved on the operating computer or connected external device.

Profiler V3 creates RSD type files. The RHD file type from the previous version of Profiler can also

be opened Profiler V3. If your file is in another format, use the appropriate translators found on

the support website (http://www.smoothroad.com/support/download.asp) or contact S.S.I.

Customer Support. The only two file formats used in the Profiler V3 program are RHD and RSD.

Profiler V3 only collects data in the RSD format.

Figure 68: Transverse profile viewing window.

1.3. - Open Recent

Opens recently viewed or created project files. Files will only be available if they are saved on the

operating computer or connected external device. The Open Recent feature is a shortcut to find

current profiling data. It is also possible to use the File>Open tool to open saved data. The only

two file formats used in the Profiler V3 program are RHD and RSD. Files can only be saved in RSD.

The default file to be searched for in Window’s Explorer can be changed under General Settings

and the “Default File Type.”

Figure 69: Opening a data file in the Profiler V3 program.

Figure 70: The Open Recent feature

Clear Recent

Clear Recent deletes the history of previously viewed RHD and RSD files. Once the history is cleared

it cannot be reversed. The operator must navigate to File>Open to view saved files.

1.4. – Save

Save allows the operator to save the current file in RSD format on the operating computer or

connected external device. If ‘Save’ is selected while an unsaved file is open, the operator will be

prompted to choose a file name and folder destination to save the current file. The file will be

saved in SSI´s patented RSD format. If another format is required, visit the SSI support website

(http://www.smoothroad.com/support/download.asp) to download the latest translators or

contact SSI Customer Support.

1.5. - Save As

When Save As is selected, the

operator will be prompted to

choose a file name and folder

destination in which to save the

current file. The file will be

saved in SSI´s patented RSD

format. If another format is

required, visit the SSI support

website

Figure 71: The clear recent feature

Figure 72: Saving a file through Save As in RSD format.

(http://www.smoothroad.com/support/download.asp) to download the latest translators or

contact SSI Customer Support.

Note: Save and Save As are only available after data has been collected or if changes are made

to preexisting file.

1.6. - Exporting

Exporting allows the operator to create files in ERD, PPF, PRO, Survey, GPS Matching, and Excel

formats. The settings for each export feature are described below. For each of the exporting

formats, a folder destination is required. The Export feature can be found in the shortcut bar on

the left hand side of the Profiler V3 window and in File>Export.

1.6.1. Export Location

To select the folder destination, select ‘Browse’ and navigate through Windows Explorer to the

desired folder. Once the folder destination is reached and selected, left click on ‘OK’ at the bottom

of the window to save the folder location.

Figure 73: The export window for exporting the data into Excel format.

Figure 74: Selecting a location to save the exported file.

Figure 75: The export type drop down menu

Export type drop down menu Stationing Extraction

1.6.2. – Exporting to ERD Format

Figure 76: The export folder location selection

Figure 77: The ERD format export window with match tracks selected.

Match Tracks is

selected

Station Extraction

The operator has the option export only certain sections of the data, based on the stationing set

within the profiling data. To use this feature, select the check box near “Specify Station Numbers.”

When the box is selected, the operator will be able to adjust the stationing numbers. The ‘Start’

stationing is the initial stationing where the exported file will begin, while the ‘End’ stationing is

the point where the exported file will finish. These values can be adjusted by typing values into

the box or by using the arrow keys to the right of the box.

Filter Settings—High & low pass length

The exported data file can have additional filters applied while being processed into the chosen

format. To not filter the data, leave the filter lengths at the default value of 0.00 feet.

Moving Average High Pass Filter

A high pass filter will remove any trend that is shorter than the selected length. Typical range of

length for this filter is one hundred feet (100 ft.) through two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Moving Average Band Pass Filter

This filter only allows the desired frequency of data to be shown. Adding this filter will adapt the

profile trace to remove the high frequency motions. Moving average filters are typically used for

short data runs less than two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Butterworth High Pass Filter

High pass filters allow the high frequency characteristics of the data plot to pass through while

blocking the lower frequency attributes of the data run. Butterworth filters do not introduce a

phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally used for

longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Butterworth Band Pass Filter

This filter will perform both a high pass and low pass Butterworth filter operation on the data. The

result is a run that has frequencies within the lower and upper bounds. Butterworth filters do not

introduce a phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally

used for longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Include Run Up – Run Up Data

Some High-Speed Profiling data files have Run Up and/or Run out data associated with them,

depending on the practice used to collect the data. If this data exists in the data file, it will be

included in the exported file if this box is selected. Run Up and Run out is used to allow the

electronics to settle on the accurate profile.

Run Up data exists in HSP data files if the operator selected a Run Up and/or Run out distance in

the initial stages of setting up a collection. In the HSP collection software, the Run Up and Run out

settings are found on the last window before performing a collection. Use run up and run out to

stabilize the electronics before the starting location is reached.

Export Raw Data

Selecting the Export Raw Data check box assures the operator that only unfiltered data collected

from the profile will be exported into the chosen file.

Match Tracks and Choosing Tracks

Match Tracks

Selecting ‘Match Tracks’ exports all of the tracks associated with the lane file. For the three laser

systems, this includes Track 1, 2 and the center trace. For Profilograph files, the tracks are matched

based on the settings entered prior to profiling. The label of the track number and stationing

cannot be changed after collection.

Choosing Tracks

The tracks that are exported are checked under “Track Selection.” If Match Tracks is selected the

user cannot deselect track 1 or 2.

Ignore Pauses

Pauses are useful when an obstruction comes into the profiling path or when a section of

pavement is not to be profiled. When Pause is activated, the stationing remains constant and

under the same file. Pauses can either be omitted or included in reports and exported files of

Profiler V3 software. To omit pauses from the exported file, select the check box, “Ignore Pauses.”

Include Run Up/ Run out

When this option is selected, the Run Up and Run out data collected during the collection will be

included in the export data.

Export for ProVal

When the user exports an ERD file for use in ProVal, it changes the file’s default filters and settings

to more accurately match the values in ProVal.

Figure 78: The ERD export window settings

1.6.3. – Exporting to PPF Format

Station Extraction

The operator has the option to export only certain sections of the data, based on the stationing

set within the profiling data. To use this feature, select the check box near “Specify Station

Numbers.” When the box is selected, the operator will be able to adjust the stationing numbers.

The ‘Start’ stationing is the initial stationing where the exported file will begin, while the ‘End’

stationing is the point where the exported file will finish. The start and end stationing can be

adjusted by typing values into the box or by using the arrow keys to the right of the box.

Filter Settings—High & Low Pass Length

The exported data file can have an additional filter applied while being processed into the chosen

format. To not filter the data, leave the filter lengths at the default value of 0.00 feet.

Moving Average High Pass Filter

A high pass filter will remove any trend that is shorter than the selected length. Typical range of

length for this filter is one hundred feet (100 ft.) through two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Moving Average Band Pass Filter

This filter only allows the desired frequency of data to be shown. Adding this filter will adapt the

profile trace to remove the high frequency motions. Moving average filters are typically used for

short data runs less than two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Butterworth High Pass Filter

High pass filters allow the high frequency characteristics of the data plot to pass through while

blocking the lower frequency attributes of the data run. Butterworth filters do not introduce a

phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally used for

longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Butterworth Band Pass Filter

This filter will perform both a high pass and low pass Butterworth filter operation on the data. The

result is a run that has frequencies within the lower and upper bounds. Butterworth filters do not

Figure 79: The PPF export window

introduce a phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally

used for longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Include Run Up and/or Run out Data

Some High Speed Profiling data files have Run Up and/or Run out data associated with them,

depending on the practice used to collect the data. If this data exists in the data file, it will be

included in the exported file if this box is selected.

Run Up data only exists in HSP (High Speed Profiler) data files if the operator selected a Run Up

and/or Run out distance in the initial stages of setting up a collection. In the HSP collection

software, the Run Up and Run out settings are found on the last window before performing a

collection.

Export Raw Data

Selecting the Export Raw Data check box assures the operator that only unfiltered data collected

from the profile will be exported into the chosen file. The file is adjusted so that the elevations

begin at zero.

Match Tracks

Selecting ‘Match Tracks’ exports all of the tracks associated with the lane file. For the three laser

systems, this includes Track 1, 2 and the center trace (track 3). For the Profilograph files, the tracks

are matched based on settings entered prior to profiling. The stationing and number label assigned

to the track are settings that cannot be changed after collection.

Ignore Pauses

Pauses are used when an obstruction comes into the profiling path or when a section of pavement

is not to be included in the calculation of ride values and localized roughness. While Pause is

activated, the program will continue to collect stationing date, but will not collect height data.

Pauses can either be omitted or included in reports and exported files. To omit pauses from the

exported file, select the check box, “Ignore Pauses.”

To import into ProVal the best method is to include pauses. The pauses of the rsd file will turn into

a leave-out section within ProVal. If pauses are not included during export, it will result in two PPF

files for the same track. There will be one more PPF file than the number of pauses.

Figure 80: The

optional settings

when exporting

in PPF format.

1.6.4. – Exporting to PRO Format

General Settings

Station Extraction

The operator has the option to only export only certain sections of the data, based on the

stationing set within the profiling data. To use this feature, select the check box near “Specify

Station Numbers.” When the box is selected, the operator will be able to adjust the stationing

numbers. The ‘Start’ stationing is the initial stationing where the exported file will begin, while the

‘End’ stationing is the point where the exported file will finish. These values can be adjusted by

typing values into the box or by using the arrow keys to the right of the box.

Filter Settings-high pass length

It is an option to change the High pass filter length when exporting files to PRO format. A High Pass

Filter removes all of the data trends below the filter length. The default length of the High Pass

Filter is 200 feet. In order to export the data without filtering, the ‘Export Raw Data’ check box

must be selected. See ‘Export Raw Data’ below.

Export Raw Data

Selecting the Export Raw Data check box assures the operator that only unfiltered data collected

from the profile will be exported into the chosen file.

Match Tracks

Selecting ‘Match Tracks’ exports all of the tracks associated with the lane file. For the three laser

systems, this includes Track 1, 2 and the center trace. For the Profilograph files, the tracks are

matched based on settings entered prior to profiling. The label of the track cannot be changed

after collection.

Figure 81: The export window when PRO format is selected.

Handle Pauses By:

The paused sections within the collected data can be exported in two ways. Separate files can be

created for each segment or the file can be exported with the paused sections included in one file.

The difference in these two options is that creating separate file for each segment exports multiple

files into the folder location, and the option of “Using pause events” exports one file to the folder

location including all of the data. If the pauses were used to omit data because of pavement

anomalies, use the option of ignoring the pauses.

Details

The details section of PRO

exporting is the job specific

information that is saved with

the file, such as District

Number, County Number,

Reference Marker, Reference

Offset, Highway Descriptor,

Lane Descriptor, Certification

Number, Certification Date,

and Comments. This

information is then saved with

the PRO file to be displayed

when the file is opened or

printed using another

program.

1.6.5. – Exporting to Survey Format

Station Extraction

The operator has the option to only export

certain sections of the data, based on the

stationing set within the profiling data. To

use this feature, select the check box near

“Specify Station Numbers.” When the box is

selected, the operator will be able to adjust

the stationing numbers. The ‘Start’

stationing is the initial stationing where the

exported file will begin, while the ‘End’

stationing is the point where the exported

file will finish. These values can be adjusted

by typing values into the box or by using the

arrow keys to the right of the box.

Figure 82: The Details tab contains information about the project.

Figure 83: The window for exporting in Survey format

Filter Settings

A High and Low Pass filters are optional when exporting to survey format. The exported data file

can have an additional filter applied while being processed into the chosen format. To not filter

the data, leave the filter lengths at the default value of 0.00 feet.

Moving Average High Pass Filter

A high pass filter will remove any trend that is shorter than the selected length. Typical range of

length for this filter is one hundred feet (100 ft.) through two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Moving Average Band Pass Filter

This filter only allows the desired frequency of data to be shown. Adding this filter will adapt the

profile trace to remove the high frequency motions. Moving average filters are typically used for

short data runs less than two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Butterworth High Pass Filter

High pass filters allow the high frequency characteristics of the data plot to pass through while

blocking the lower frequency attributes of the data run.. Butterworth filters do not introduce a

phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally used for

longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Butterworth Band Pass Filter

This filter will perform both a high pass and low pass Butterworth filter operation on the data. The

result is a run that has frequencies within the lower and upper bounds. Butterworth filters do not

introduce a phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally

used for longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Output Sampling Interval

The sampling interval is the distance between readings of the SSI survey system. The default length

of this interval is 1 foot. This feature allows other intervals to be implemented, depending on the

accuracy specifications required in the surveying program.

Advanced Tab

The user has the option to report the IRI ride value every interval. The figure below is set to ten

feet; meaning the IRI will be displayed every ten feet of the profile.

Figure 84: The Advanced Options of the Survey format

1.6.6. – Exporting to Excel Format

Exporting the profile data to excel gives the operator versatility and efficiency when an adjustable

numerical printout is needed.

Export to Comma Delimited File

The Comma Delimited file shows the track number, segment number, start and end stationing and

the ride number selected in the Analysis Parameters.

Export to Template

To choose a SSI Excel Template, select “Export to Template.”

Figure 85: Exporting the data into Microsoft Excel format

Figure 86: The types of excel formats are listed in the drop-down menu.

Types of excel formats to

export the collected data

into.

Defects Template

The Defects Template shows the locations and heights of the defects and information about the

file in spreadsheet form.

IRI Template

The IRI Template gives information on the IRI statistics along with the defect locations and heights.

PRI Template

The PRI Template lists the PRI for each track along with the bump heights, locations and settings.

IRI Unmatched

The IRI Unmatched Template shows the calculated IRI for each track along with the defect heights,

defect locations and settings.

PRI Unmatched

The PRI Unmatched Template shows the calculated PRI for each track along with the bump heights,

locations and settings in spreadsheet form.

1.6.7. – Exporting to Google Earth

The export to Google Earth feature

allows operators with Google Earth

installed on their computers to view

the test data in the real environment.

The view of the Google Earth feature

shows the project area with the

traces superimposed into the

window. The user may view the traces

and project from any view or angle.

For this feature to be used, the

operating computer must have

Google Earth installed.

The user may then use Google Earth

to view the profile trace in their

computer, tablet or smart phone as

long as the device has Google Earth installed. The .kmz file can be emailed to the device or sent

via Bluetooth if your Toughbook is equipped.

1.6.8. – Exporting GPX

The GPS coordinates can be exported into a format that describes the locations of the defect

stations. The GPS coordinates of the defect can be viewed through the defect start station, defect

end station or the defect peak station. Specific runs can be chosen to retrieve the GPS coordinates

by adjusting the drop down menu under the title, “Select Run to Export.”

Figure 87: Google Earth

Under the title of Data

to Export there are

multiple check boxes. In

order to export the

defect’s GPS

coordinates, the All Raw

GPS locations check box

must not be checked.

Once the All Raw GPS

Locations box is

deselected, the options

to export the defect

stationing GPS

coordinates become

available.

1.6.9 – Exporting to Sidewalk Format

This option is only to be used with files collected with the SSI Sidewalk Profiler (CS-8850). The

sidewalk format has all of the information of the collection exported into GIS compatible file types.

These files types and the corresponding information within them are:

File Type

ngd

Ngd format contains synchronized distance, time, and gyroscopic data for a specified collection

interval.

pxyzd

This format is the three dimensional profile derived from the travel grade and gyroscope.

pxyzdg and pxyzdinc

These formats are the same as the format pxyzd, except these two formats do not have column

headers for the data.

rmpslp

Rmpslp is the ramp and running slope exceptions. The column headers are travel distance, marker

distance, time, ramp type, and casename.

rmpslpg

Rmpslpg contains the same data as the file rmpslp, except rmpslpg does not have column headers.

This format contains travel distance, marker distance, time, ramp type, and casename.

rmpslpg_ls

Rmpslpg_ls is a line segment version of rmpslpg without column headers.

Figure 88: The export window when the GPX format is selected.

uba

This file contains the bump height and bevel slope data. The column headers are; travel distance,

bump type, bump height [inches], bevel slope, and the casename.

ubag

Ubag contains the same data as uba, but ubag does not have column headers for the data. This

format contains travel distance, bump type, bump height [inches], bevel slope, and the casename.

1.6.10 – Exporting to Localized Roughness

The localized roughness export feature allows the user to create an excel spreadsheet of the

localized roughness, or defects, for the collected data.

Specify Station Numbers

If the users desires to only export a section of the collection, select this check box and enter the

start and end stationing of the soon to be exported section. If the specify station numbers is not

selected, the entire collection will be exported.

GPS Reporting

To choose the type of GPS format to be used in the export select Northing/Easting, Decimal

Degrees, or NMEA Format from the drop down list.

Lane Settings

The user may change the lane number that is currently in the collection file by selecting this check

box and entering the correct lane number. To change the lane number, deselect the check box and

change the lane number in the input location.

Figure 89: The Sidewalk Export Window.

Customization

The user may add, move and remove columns from

the Excel spreadsheet format. To do this, open the

“Customize Contents” window and use the arrow

keys, move up and move down to change the order

of the included columns in the spreadsheet. The

columns types at the top of the “Columns in File”

side the left-most columns in the exported Excel

file.

Merging

Merge multiple runs check box allows the user to

include multiple collection runs in the spreadsheet.

Runs that are saved in a separate file can be

opened and exported alongside the current file by

selecting “Use Existing File” and browsing to enter

the location of the file.

Export Defect Locations

Use the check boxes to select whether the program will export the start, peak and end of the

defect in the spreadsheet.

The use will have the options to match tracks 1 and 2, include the paused sections, and include

the header information. When paused sections are included the defects within the paused

sections will be listed.

Figure 91: The Localized Roughness Export Template

Figure 90: The Customize Window

1.6.11 – ProFAA

ProFAA is the format used for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) profiling program. This is

the program that uses the Boeing Bump test method.

The user can enable high and low pass filters, change the start and end stationing, including the

pauses and exclude specific tracks from the exported data.

Exporting raw data will force the data through a linear regression filter and have the data begin

and end at zero elevation. The Run Up and Run out data can be included by selecting the check

box.

1.7. – Exiting Program

To exit the Profiler V3 program, save current

project and click the red “X” at the top right

corner or navigate to the File tab and select Exit.

If the current project is not saved when the

program is terminated, Profiler V3 will ask if the

operator would like to save the current project.

To save and exit the program, select “Yes.” If

you do not wish to exit to program, select cancel

and the program will remain open.

1.8. – Shortcut Bar

The Shortcut Bar is located at the left side of the main window. The shortcut bar is used to navigate

around the profiler program without using the menu bar.

Figure 93: Exiting the program- Saving

Figure 92: ProFAA Matching

The shortcut bar can be hidden by selecting the arrow at the bottom of

the window. The direction that the arrow is pointing is the direction

that the shortcut bar will move. It will either become hidden, or

reappear.

2.0. - Edit

2.1 – Edit Data

Note: Any edit to the data will be described in the report header under File Modifications.

The edit data feature allows the user to adjust the starting station, insert pauses, or add events.

All of this can be done in post processing, after a collection has been completed. To edit the

collection:

1) Open the tab that has the information that needs adjustment. (Edit, Runs, Segments, Events)

2) Select the run that needs to be adjusted from the drop-down menu.

3) Change the parameter of starting position, run direction, and amount of Run Up or Run out

data

4) Select apply.

Edit Runs

Under Edit Runs the user can adjust the starting

position and change the Run Up or Run out lengths.

If the data was collected in the wrong station

direction, this can also be reversed by changing the

bullet selection to “Up” or “Down.”

Sampling Interval

The sampling interval is the distance between

readings of the electronics of the profiling system

(DMI, lasers, etc). This is usually set to 1 inch to

exceed AASHTO m328 and ASTM specifications.

Figure 94: The

shortcut bar

with all of the

frequently used

windows

Hide the shortcut

bar by selecting

the Hide Icon

Figure 95: The Edit Run Options

Edit Segments

The Edit Segment feature allows the user to add pauses to the collection or to ignore a certain

distance of collected data at the beginning or end of the run. The data will not be included in

calculation of the PRI.

Adding & Editing Pauses

To add a pause

1) New Pause will be added above the highlighted blue bar “(add new pause).”

2) Select the run number to add the pause to from the drop down menu.

3) Select the pause type (Exclusion, Bridge, Intersection)

4) Enter the start station for the pause

5) Enter the end station for the pause

(The pause length will be updated automatically)

6) Select Add. The pause stations will appear in the Pause List.

7) The user will now be able to add Pause Notes.

a. Select Apply to save the pause note.

Note: A pause will not be added unless the Start Station is different than the End Station.

The pause can be edited at any time. Any pause or edit made after collection will be displayed

in the report header under file modifications.

To Edit a pause

1) Select the paused section to be edited in the Paused list. It is selected when the blue bar is

highlighting the pause title (Ex. “Run 1 - 0+00.0 to 0+010.0”)

2) Change the stationing.

3) Select Save to set the changes.

4) Select Apply for the changes to take effect

Note: The run(s) that the pause is applied to

cannot be changed through Edit Run. Please

create a new Pause to change the pauses of a

run. See directions above to create a pause.

If the pause is going to be deleted, select the

Delete icon to remove it from the list.

Figure 96: Adding or removing

pauses from the collection

Pause Definition

When the collection system is paused, height data is omitted but the distance is still collected.

When the paused sections are excluded the height values are not included in the calculation of

localized roughness or ride values.

Pause Notes

To explain the reason for the pause or the location, enter the information in the pause notes. This

information will appear in the track notes of the trace reports.

Pause List

The Pause List shows all of the paused sections of the selected runs. The runs are selected from

the drop down menu of “Add Pause to Run.”

Start Station

The Start Station in the stationing where the pause is to begin.

End Station

The End Station is the stationing where the pause will stop, and collection will resume.

Save Pause Icon

When the operator selects a created pause in the Pause List by left clicking on it and highlighting

it blue, the two options of Save and Delete appear in the middle of the window. To save the

selected pause in the Pause List, left click Save.

Ignore Length at Start/End

This feature ignores a distance at the start and end of a collection by adding a pause at these

locations. If the “Use Same Length” box is not selected, the ignored distance at start and end will

be the same.

Ignore Length Around Pauses

This feature increases the pause length around the pause by adding longitudinal length to the

pauses. This length will be automatically added to all of the pauses in the Pause List.

Use Same Length

When the Use Same Length check box is selected, the runs will be trimmed to the same length.

Edit Events

Edit Events allows the user to input events that were not added during collection, or to delete

saved events. The events can have information associated with them that is inputted into the text

box. The types of events for walking profilers (Sidewalk) are Height and Width obstruction. High

speed and Profilograph systems should use the “Default” Event Type.

To add an Event

1) Select the run to add the event to,

2) Select New Event,

3) Change the Stationing to the correct point location

4) Adjust the Event type to explain the event.

5) Under notes, add information about the event. (Start Structure, manhole, drainage, etc.)

6) Select Apply

Editing an Event

1) Select the event in the Data Events list to highlight it blue.

2) While highlighted, the event stationing, type or notes can be changed

3) Select Apply

Deleting Events

1) Select the event in the Data Events list

2) Select Delete to remove the event.

3) Select Apply to save the changes

Crop Data

The Crop Data tool allows the user to trim the collections before analysis and reporting. If any

changes are made to the file, the information that was changed will be described in the report

header under File Modifications.

To crop the collection, change the distances for the run up and/or run out distances. When the

lengths are at the desired distances, select Apply.

To reset the run up and run out to the original lengths select the rest icon next to run out. This icon

will become available once a change has been made and Apply has been selected.

Figure 97: Edit Events Tab

Figure 99: The Project Parameters window

Figure 98: The Crop Data Tool

2.2 - Project Parameters

The Project Parameters section is the location where the job information is inputted. This

information appears on the header of the reports and the exported excel templates. Before

leaving the Project Parameters window, always select ‘Apply’ if changes were made.

2.2.1. - Job Information

The job specific criteria listed below are descriptive information about the project. Review the

contract to enter the required information into the sections listed below. These sections can be

edited at any time within Profiler V3.

Project

Project Number

The Project Number is unique to each project. This is to be determined by the State, Federal DOT

or by the contractor. This information will be listed in the project contract.

County

This location is reserved to list the county where the profiling is taking place.

State

The state in which the profiling is taking place and the job is located.

Contractor

This section is for the name of the paving company or for the company operating the profiler.

Road

Traffic Direction

The traffic direction of the lane to be profiled.

Number of Lanes

The number of lanes of the project. This section can be changed by inputting values directly or by

using the arrow keys. Traditionally, the number of lanes is the number of lanes travelling in the

same direction for main line freeways. Use a classification system that can be understood during

post-collection analysis.

Paving

Pavement Type

Input the type of pavement here. Enter pavement types such as Cold–in–Place Asphalt, HMA,

JPCP, CRCP, Open Grade etc.

Paving Direction

Enter the direction of the paver when placing the pavement.

Paving Job

Specify the type of paving job, either corrected or original.

Paving Action

Under paving action list any further information about the paving process.

Additional

Tester

The individual operating the profiling equipment over the pavement surface.

Provisions/Weather

The weather at the time of profiling the pavement. Such as: Cold, Hot, Overcast, Morning,

Afternoon, Evening, etc.

2.2.2. - Report Memo

Report Memo is a section available for inputting large amounts of text to be saved along with the

data file. Anything from reminders to stationing can be inputted into the Report Memo and not

influence the data.

2.2.3. - User Defined

Additional parameters can be stored in the data file as desired by the operator. Consult the

contract for any additional user defined parameters that may be required for the profile data files.

Add new parameters by selecting ‘Add’ at the bottom of the window. The parameters are entered

by double-left clicking on the ‘Key’ column and typing in the required information.

Figure 100: The Report Memo window

2.2. - Settings

2.2.1. – General Settings

The default file preferences and settings for report generation can be changed under the

“Settings”. Whenever a change is made, always select the Apply icon in the lower right corner.

Figure 102: The General Settings window

Figure 101: The User Defined window

Section 1 – Units

Default File Type (RSD, RHD)

The drop down menu can be used to select the type of file to be used in Profiler V3. Both RHD and

RSD files can be imported into the program at any time. The default file type is the file format that

will be used automatically when files are opened. Profiler V3 only saves in the RSD format.

Default File Location

The default file location is the folder on the computer or external device that Profiler will search

for the default file type. This folder can be changed through the Browse icon. If a location is used

to open a file, the program will use this location to open files for future attempts. This feature

saves time when opening files when the program opens directly to the file location. Select Apply

after a folder is chosen.

Default File Name

The file name can be chosen to have a name based on parameters of the program or by using a

pre-loaded template. The parameters can be chosen from the list of (multiple can be chosen):

Contractor, Country, Tester, etc. When a template is selected there will be a preview at the bottom

of the window. Select OK and Apply to set this configuration as the default file name.

Creating a New Template

Create a New Template by selecting the “New Template” icon on the right side of the window.

Select the template’s name to rename it and append parameters to it. The template will be used

as long as it is selected when OK is selected at the bottom right corner when exiting the Default

File Name tool.

User Defined Parameter

To create parameters that are specific to the job, type a new parameter name into the User Defined

Parameter text box and select “Add User Defined Parameter.” The bracketed variable will appear

in the filename preview. To add information to the user defined parameter, open Project

Parameters and the User Defined Tab. The name of the parameter will be under the Key column.

Under the Value column, enter the information that is needed in the filename.

Changing the Template Name

The template’s name can be changed by changing the characters under Template Name. Once a

change is made, the Rename icon will be available. Select OK or Apply to save the changes.

Adding Parameters to the Template

When adding parameters to the template they will only be added to the right end of the template,

as seen in the naming preview.

Select Apply after changes are made to the template.

On Startup

Load Previous File on Startup

If this box is selected, the file that was open when profiler closed last will be reopened when the

program is started. A report of this file will be generated when the program is opened.

Load Previous File’s Settings

The user may choose a previous file to save time if entering the same analysis parameters or

project parameters under “Settings.” To load a previous file’s setting’s, choose the file under

General Settings or start a new file and choose one of the three options.

1) Use Last File’s Parameters

This option will use the last file’s settings under the localized roughness and project parameters.

2) Choose from a Previous File (Browse)

When this option is chosen a window explorer window will appear and the user may select a file

that is saved on the computer to import the saved file’s parameters under analysis and project

parameters.

3) Set File Parameters after Collection

By choosing this option the user will not import a previously collected file, but will instead

manually set the parameters after the collection has finished.

Automatically Refresh Reports

The reports will automatically refresh when the operator navigates to the report window from

another tab. When the user makes a change of report type within the report window, the refresh

button will have to be selected manually.

Figure 103: The custom file naming convention window

Preview

Data Collection Hardware

Search for Hardware on Startup

If this option is selected, the program will search for hardware, and if available, will connect to it

upon opening the program.

Disconnect Hardware When Changing Tabs

If this feature is checked the program will disconnect from the hardware when the operator leaves

the collect tab.

Auto Detect Lasers

This feature will use the health string to determine the type of laser that is connected to the

system. This is not an end-all solution. Please check the laser type in the System Settings under

the collection window prior to any data collection or perform a height verification.

Report Generation

Generate Reports in Color

If the reports are generated in color, the defect types will be more visible. On the trace reports

dips will appear be highlighted blue and bumps will be highlighted red.

Include the Footer

If the footer is included, the file name and the page number will be printed at the bottom of each

page for the report. Select the check box to apply this feature.

Enable Animations

When enable animations is selected, the windows within Profiler V3 will slide across the screen

whenever the operator moves from one section to another (Reports to Collect). This feature does

not affect the functionality of the program, but adds an aesthetic behavior when changing

windows.

Formatting

Font Settings

The font of the reports can be changed by selecting the Font Settings icon under formatting. This

allows the user to make the size of the font smaller or in a readable font. The image scaling allows

the user to print off less pages if the scaling factor is increased. The window that appears can also

change the font to a strike-through or an underline.

Image Scaling

The default for this value is 100%. When image scaling is set to a percentage greater than 100%, it

acts the same way as the zoom function. The size of the traces within the reports will increase in

size.

Profiler Software Update

Profiler V3 will check the internet connection by attempting to connect to the website listed under

this location. If the internet connection is found, the updates will be available for download from

the SSI server.

2.2.2. – Analysis Parameters (Ride Values)

Changing the units alters the specifications for defects and the ride numbers.

Section 1 – Units

Profiling Units

English

Selecting English units sets the segment length at 528 feet. English units use inches for the height

of the defects and counts for roughness settings, while using feet for scallop width and filter

lengths. After every adjustment of units, select apply in the lower right corner to save changes.

Metric Meters

In the Metric Meters setting, the blanking band, scallop height and scallop resolution are all in

centimeters. The rest of the measurements for scallop width and filter lengths are in meters. The

Metric Meters and Metric Centimeters settings have the same units of centimeters for height and

meters for length for all sections of defects and roughness. After every adjustment of units, select

apply in the lower right corner to save changes.

Metric Centimeters

In the Metric Centimeters setting, the blanking band, scallop height and scallop resolution are all

in centimeters. The rest of the measurements for scallop width and filter lengths are in meters.

The Metric Meters and Metric Centimeters settings have the same units of centimeters for height

and meters for length for all sections of defects and roughness. After every adjustment of units,

select apply in the lower right corner to save changes.

Metric Millimeters

In the Metric Millimeters setting, the blanking band, scallop height and scallop resolution are all

in millimeters. The rest of the measurements for scallop width and filter lengths are in meters.

After every adjustment of units, select apply in the lower right corner to save changes.

CA Bridge

The CA Bridge setting is based off of the specification of the California Bridge Profilograph, which

is twelve feet long instead of the California Profilograph 25 foot length. The CA Bridge setting is in

English units and has a segment length of 100 feet. After every adjustment of units, select apply

in the lower right corner to save changes.

CA Bridge Metric

This setting is for simulation of the 12 foot frame of the Bridge Profilograph. The Bridge Metric

setting is the metric version of the CA Bridge Profilograph. Its segment length is 90 meters and

the defects and counts for roughness are in millimeters and meters. After every adjustment of

units, select apply in the lower right corner to save changes.

Section 2 - Segment Settings

Segment Length

Segment length is the interval of profiling that is used to calculate ride values. Traditionally the

distance used for segment length is one-tenth of a mile, or 528 feet (160 meters).

This section is adjusted by using the arrow keys or double-left clicking in the box to type the

segment length.

Merge Last Segment if it is less than

If the last segment is a short length, the last segment can be merged into the second-to-last

segment. This will prevent large ride values from short distances. Only use if your specification

does not require a specific segment length for pay incentives. The last segment length will be

changed if this feature is used.

Paused Sections Drop Down Menu

Exclude Paused Sections

When Exclude Pause Sections is selected, the paused sections created during collection or through

the Segment Adjustment window will not be included in the report or the calculation of the ride

values.

Include Paused Sections

When Include Paused Sections is selected, the paused sections are included with the actual

collection when calculating the ride values. The report will show the paused sections in the

segment summary and the trace view.

Paused Sections Only

When Include Paused Sections only is selected from the drop down menu, only the paused

sections created during collection or through the Segment Adjustment Window will be displayed

in reports and used to calculate ride values and counts for roughness.

Section 3 - Analysis Type

IRI

The International Roughness Index is a universal ride index calculation which is universal or roads

around the world from concrete and asphalt surfaces. The profile is analyzed using a quarter-car

simulation that is weighted towards the frequencies of body and vehicle bounce; the most

uncomfortable riding conditions.

To calculate IRI in Profiler V3, select IRI from the drop down menu, then adjust the filter settings if

necessary according to the contract specifications. View the report under the Report Tab to

observe IRI.

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𝑫𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒅

PRI

The Profile Ride Index is a simple calculation to classify the smoothness of a road profile against

other roads. The formula for this calculation is:

English Units:

𝟓𝟐𝟖𝟎 𝒇𝒕 × (𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒈𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕)(𝑺𝒆𝒈𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑳𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉 [𝒇𝒕])

⁄

Metric Units:

𝟏𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝒎 × (𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒎, 𝒄𝒎,𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒎 𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒆𝒈𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕) (𝑺𝒆𝒈𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑳𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉 [𝒎])

⁄

To calculate the PRI in Profiler V3, select PRI from the Analysis Type drop down menu and set the

defect settings. Once the defect settings are correct, select Apply and then view a report to

observe the PRI ride values.

PRI Parameters

Note that the PRI Parameters are only for the calculation of the Profile Ride Index (PRI). Blanking

Band, and Scallops have no connection to the manner in which defects are found. For defect

settings, see Localized Roughness.

Scallop Definition

Scallops are the deviations of the profile trace from the limit of the localized roughness line. If the

trace exceeds the defect height but the minimum width of the scallop is not reached, the deviation

is not included as a defect. Although the defect is not included in the Ride Values, the deviation is

still exceeding the defect height parameter which adds counts for roughness.

Figure 104: The IRI Analysis Parameters window

Figure 105: The Analysis type drop down menu displaying all of

the Ride Values options

Blanking Band

The blanking band is a null area that classifies the

height of all sections of the trace within its borders

as zero. Therefore, a trace that remains within the

borders of the blanking band would have zero

counts for roughness and a PRI of zero.

Minimum Scallop Height

The minimum scallop height is the minimum height

that is seen to be a deviation from the null line.

Frequently, the value for minimum scallop height is

0.035 or 0.9mm, which is the default value for the

Profiler V3 program.

Minimum Scallop Width

The minimum scallop width is traditionally 2 feet (0.61

meters). Review the Department of Transportation

smoothness specification that pertains to the project. The minimum scallop distance is the

minimum longitudinal length (the direction of traffic) that is used to find the deviations of the

profile off of the null line or blanking band. The setting of 2 feet or 0.61 meters is the default

setting for Profiler V3.

Scallop Resolution

The scallop resolution is the accuracy of the height measurement of the profiler. Current

equipment is accurate to 0.01 inches, the default value for Profiler V3 software. A resolution of

one-hundredth of an inch means that the scallop heights will always be rounded to the hundredth

decimal. Consult the recent smoothness specification released by the overseeing agency to

confirm the scallop resolution value.

Reset File Settings

Selecting this icon brings all values in Settings to their default program values.

Minimum Scallop Height Inclusive

When this box is selected, the minimum scallop height will be included as a scallop. Meaning, if

the minimum scallop height is 0.035, 0.035 will be the minimum instead of 0.0351.

HRI

The Half Car Ride Index (HRI) is found by applying IRI to an average of two profiles. HRI uses a half

car simulation, unlike IRI which uses a quarter car simulation. To calculate the HRI in Profiler V3,

select HRI from the Analysis Type drop down menu and verify the settings of filter length based on

the project specifications. Once the filters are correct, select Apply to save the settings. To view

the calculated HRI, view one of the reports under View>Report.

Figure 106: An example of

the blanking band in the

trace report.

The Ride Number (RN) can be calculated in Profiler V3 by selecting RN from the Analysis Type drop

down menu and verifying the settings of filter length based on the project specifications. Once the

filters are correct, select Apply to save the settings. To view the calculated RN values, view one of

the reports under View>Report.

Figure 107: The HRI analysis window with the available filter settings.

Figure 108: The RN analysis window with the filter options shown.

RMS Roughness

The RMS roughness is another ride value method that is calculated by the profile height over a

base length of 25 feet. This is how RMS roughness gets the units of inches.

2.2.3. – Analysis Parameters: Filters

Section 1 - IRI/HRI Filter----Same for IRI,HRI, RN

High Pass Filter – The High Pass Filter will remove any trend in the data that is less than the chosen

length. The length can be selected by typing the value in the box or by using the arrows to adjust

the input.

Low Pass Filter – The Low Pass Filter will remove any trend in the data that is greater than the

chosen length. The length can be selected by typing the value in the box or by using the arrows to

adjust the input.

Section 2 - PRI Filter

Filter Type

Moving Average

A Moving Average Filter of length 1.90 feet can be chosen by the operator, depending on the

contract specification. The use of the moving average filter was developed by the Kansas

Department of Transportation.

Kansas Department of Transportation (see Report No. K-TRAN: KSU-9302 “An Automated System

for Determination of Pavement Profile Index and Location of Bumps for Grinding from the

Profilograph Traces.)

Butterworth

The third order Butterworth filter has a default length of 2.0 feet. The Butterworth filter is not

required for updated profiling specifications. The Butterworth filter was used for the original

automated Profilograph systems.

Moving Average High Pass Filter

A high pass filter will remove any trend that is shorter than the selected length. Typical range of

length for this filter is one hundred feet (100 ft.) through two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Moving Average Band Pass Filter

This filter only allows the desired frequency of data to be shown. Adding this filter will adapt the

profile trace to remove the high frequency motions. Moving average filters are typically used for

short data runs less than two hundred feet (200 ft.).

Figure 109: The filters within the IRI analysis parameter window

Butterworth High Pass Filter

High pass filters allow the high frequency characteristics of the data plot to pass through while

blocking the lower frequency attributes of the data run. Butterworth filters do not introduce a

phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally used for

longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Butterworth Band Pass Filter

This filter will perform both a high pass and low pass Butterworth filter operation on the data. The

result is a run that has frequencies within the lower and upper bounds. Butterworth filters do not

introduce a phase shift into the plot like moving average filters. Butterworth filters are traditionally

used for longer data runs over two hundred feet.

Filter Gain—1.00

The filter gain is to only be used when adjustments are

necessary while comparing different profiling systems. The

filter gain does not need to be used in normal profiling

environments. When comparing high speed profiling

systems to other Profilograph systems, the filter gain may

be used to change the output of the data files so they are

more accurate. A filter gain setting of 1.00 does not affect

the collected data. For typical profiling use the default

setting of 1.

2.2.4. –Localized Roughness

Localized roughness refers to the bumps and dips that

occur over a distance (longitudinal distance is the width of

the bump).

Figure 111: The

Localized Roughness

window with the

defect settings.

Figure 110: The filters for PRI

Section 1 - Defect Detection

The operator may choose the type of defect detection to implement in Profiler V3. The options to

choose from are Bumps, Dips, Both, and None. To select the type, use the drop down menu labeled

Defect Detection. No filters are associated with localized roughness. “Both” is selected by default.

If only one defect type is chosen, be sure to change

the correct settings. Do not change the dip

parameters instead of the bump parameters by

mistake. The report section of Profiler V3 can be

used to review the settings and traces of the

collection.

Section 2 - Bump Parameters

Height

Bump height is the maximum distance that a profile may deviate within the width of the bump.

The width of the bump is the length of a Profilograph, or 25 feet (7.62 meters). A typical value for

bump height is 0.3 inches. When the settings are changed for the bump parameters, always select

Apply to save changes.

Width

The width of a bump is based on the length of a Profilograph; 25 feet or 7.62 meters. This is the

default value for the Profiler software.

Section 3 - Dip Parameters

Depth

The depth of a dip is the maximum distance a profile trace may

deviate within the width of the dip (25 ft or 7.62 m). The

default value for dip height is 0.4 inches or 10.2 millimeters.

When the settings are changed for the dip parameters, always

select Apply to save changes.

Width

The width of a dip is based on the length of a Profilograph; 25

feet or 7.62 meters. This is the default value for the Profiler V3

software.

Figure 112: When only bumps are selected from the drop-

down menu, the dip parameters become unavailable.

Figure 113: Only dips selected.

Section 4 - Localized Roughness

Display Defects By:

The operator has the option to display defects by the station number or by the track in the report.

To modify this setting, choose the desired display setting then select apply to save the changes.

When displaying the defects by track, the defects are split up into their respective tracks. When

the defects are organized by stationing they are listed in the same classification.

Display Maximum Peak/Low Values for Defects

Selecting this check box shows the peak values for the defects when viewing the summary report.

When altering the settings, select Apply to save the changes.

Identify GPS Closest to Defects

To show the closest GPS reading to each defect, select this check box. When viewing the summary,

the GPS coordinates will be in the table with Defect Type, Track, Segment, and Stationing of the

defect.

Section 5 - Defect Data Type

Profilograph

The Profilograph defect data type is

the most common method used to

find defects. The settings are the

same as described above in Analysis

Parameters, defect detection, bump

parameters and dip parameters.

Relative Height

Relative Height defect data type finds the defects of the profiled surface through the local

differences in the trace. The settings required to be inputted within the Localized Roughness tab

of the Settings Window are the bump and/or dip parameters.

Texas-1001-S Method

The Texas 1001-S Method is used mainly by the Texas DOT for profiling with inertial profilers. The

procedures and information for this test method can be found on the Texas DOT website; a direct

link is below.

ftp://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/cst/TMS/1000-S_series/pdfs/spe1001.pdf

Figure 114: The localized roughness settings for displaying defects

Figure 115: The types of testing available to find the defects in the data.

The Texas-1001-S method detects localized roughness (defects) of the profiled surface by applying

the base length and the threshold values saved in the Settings Window.

IRI

When IRI Defect Data type is selected, the IRI calculation will be used to find the road’s defects

(localized roughness) of the profiled surface. If this setting is selected the IRI ride value will not be

shown in the summary. To list the IRI ride values on the reports, select the analysis type to be IRI

in the Analysis Parameters tab. The ride interval is set (usually to 25 feet, in English units) and is

used as a sliding guide across the profile. When the summation of the profile’s IRI exceeds the

threshold, the entire continuous length which exceeds the threshold will be an area of localized

roughness.

Section 6 – Advanced

Merge Defects within:

The operator is able to merge multiple defects into one defect to

eliminate high frequency grinding patterns. The action of merging

defects does not affect the ride values or the defect heights.

Merging adjusts the start and end stationing of two defects into

one length. The default value of the merge defects tool is 5 feet.

To use this feature, select the check box next to “Merge Defects

Within.”

Section 7 – Correction Type

When PRI is selected as the Analysis Type, the correction type

may be chosen. The three options for Correction Type are None,

Grind, and Overlay. When IRI, HRI, or RN are selected as the

Analysis Type, the only Correction Type option is to select None.

When modifications are made to the settings, select ‘Apply’ to

save the changes.

2.2.5. - Report Options

Figure 117: Correction Types

Figure 118: The report options window.

Figure 116: Merge Defects

Ride Index Thresholds

Highlight Index Values Above

The operator may choose the threshold in which to highlight a certain interval of ride index values

above a number. The highlight color is red and can be seen in the summary table of the reports.

Only the segment ride values are highlighted, not the total ride values. This is convenient for

comparing segment ride indexes to determine where grinding should be done.

Highlight Index Values Below

The operator may choose the threshold to

highlight a certain interval of ride index values

below a chosen number. The highlight color

will be green and it is seen in the summary

table of the reports. Only the segment ride

values are highlighted, not the total ride

values. This is convenient for comparing

segment ride indexes to determine where

grinding should be done.

Trace Amplitudes

This section relates to the amplitudes of the collected data relative to the trace.

Show Amplitudes on trace for Scallops or Defects

The operator has the option of showing the amplitudes for either the scallops or the defects on

the plot. When comparing the reports to the SSI spreadsheet defects templates, the operators

should choose to show only the defect heights. Scallops are the deviations of the trace outside of

the centerline or blanking band. The defect heights will also be shown when scallops are selected,

however there will be more labels on the deviations. Therefore, it is acceptable to leave the

amplitudes on scallops.

Display All Runs in Continuous Trace Report

When this box is selected, all runs within the file will be displayed within the continuous trace. The

organization of the runs and tracks is always the same when this option is selected. If Run 1 will

come first, then Run 2. Track 1 will always be the left-most trace on the report.

Include Summary in All Traces Prints

The summary header will be included in the All Traces report when this feature is selected.

Incline Reporting

To adjust the frequency that Profiler V3 displays the incline data from the inclinometer, change

this setting. If there are changes made, select Apply.

Note Reporting

Report Speed Notes

To have the speed notes included in the printed report, the check box to the left of “Report Speed

Notes” should be selected. To change the interval which the notes are reported, select the

“Customize Reporting Intervals” icon. If changes are made, select Apply.

Figure 119: Highlighting IRI values over a

threshold

Report GPS Notes

To have the GPS notes included in the report, select this box. If this box is not selected, the GPS

notes will not be shown at the bottom of the report.

Customize Reporting Intervals

The reporting intervals are the distances traveled while collecting data to between a GPS, Speed

or Incline note on the report. A new note will be shown each time the distance of the interval is

traveled. The types of intervals that can be adjusted are:

Maximum GPS Note Reporting Interval

Minimum Speed Not Reporting Interval

Minimum Incline Reporting Interval

In the case that the report becomes cluttered with the report notes, the operator may increase

the reporting intervals to simplify the printout.

Segment Reporting

The operator can choose to Include Stations and Segments Only. To include station and segment

numbers in the continuous trace report select “Include Stations.” To only display the segment

numbers select “Segments Only.”

Report Type

This section changes parameters that appear on the reports.

Station Numbers – The Default Setting

When Station Numbers is selected, the segment stationing will be giving in the form of station

numbers. Such as: ‘Track 1 Segment 1 Station: 0+00.0 to 5+28.0.’ In order to save changes made

to the Report Type, always select Apply after making any changes.

Mile Posts

When Mile Posts are selected, the segment position will be given in terms of miles. This number

will be in decimal form. Such as: ‘Track 1 Segment 1 Station: 0.0 to 0.10.” In order to save changes

made to the Report Type, always select Apply after making any changes.

Summary Report – Order Stations By:

Direction

The summary report will be organized by the direction of the profiling motion. The stationing

direction will not be relevant.

Low to High

The stationing in the reports will be displayed from low to high numbers when the low to high

feature is selected.

Calibration Report

Simple Report

The simple report contains information about the software version and the calibration summary.

The included calibrations are the accelerometer calibration constants, distance calibration counts,

and inclinometer calibration settings.

Extended Report

The extended report has the calibration and the verification data from the last verification

procedures. The verifications for the inclinometer, height sensor, and the bounce test are all

included along with the calibrations for the accelerometer, inclinometer, and distance encoder. To

review the calibration report, select the Report tab and select the Calibration Report from the drop

down menu.

2.2.6. – GPS Options

The operator has the option to choose the type of GPS to

use for collection. If a survey system is being used, use the

GPS supplied with the collection device.

GPS Lock-On to Run

The GPS signal will reference the GPS coordinates of the

collection while the system is in motion.

Report GPS Notes in Trace

To report GPS notes in the trace select this box. The GPS

notes will be at the bottom of the trace with carrots and

numbers signifying where the note it located.

Interpolate Lock-On

When between GPS points, the interpolation give the user a more accurate current location. The

interpolation uses the two nearest GPS points and the position given by the profiler distance to

give a location between the GPS points.

Sidewalk Options

When using a SSI Sidewalk Profiler, the sidewalk parameters can be changed in the Settings under

the Sidewalk Options tab. The non-conforming parameters of the collected surface will be

displayed in the report. At this location the user may change:

Maximum Running Grade

Maximum running grade is the maximum value that the running grade cannot exceed. If this value

is exceeded, the sidewalk report will list the sections of non-conforming sidewalk sections by GPS

and stationing.

Running Grade Cutoff

Running grade cutoff is the value that is the maximum output allowed in the reports. Values over

this threshold will be displayed as this maximum value in the report.

Maximum Cross Slope

Maximum cross slope is the value that is the maximum output allowed in the report. If this value

is exceeded, the cross slope report will list the non-conforming sidewalk sections.

Figure 120: The GPS options tab

Cross Slope Cutoff

Cross slope cutoff is the value that is the maximum output allowed in the reports. Values over this

threshold will be displayed as this maximum value in the report.

Slope Range Interval

Slope range interval is size of the percentage range that the user desired to report running grade

and cross slope.

Minimum Interval Length

Minimum length is the shortest distance or length that can be reported for a given running grade

or cross slope range. Most sidewalks will have a reporting distance of 24 inches based off of a

wheelchair.

Maximum Vertical Bump Height

Maximum vertical bump height is the maximum deviation from the running height. The height is

measured from sharp peaks for relatively short distances. Bumps are characterized by a length to

height ratio of 1:2. All bumps that are over this ratio are classified under this maximum bump

height.

Maximum 1:2 Bevel Bump Height

Maximum bevel bump height applies to bumps that have a height less than the length to height

ratio of 1:2.

Include Interval Types

To include an interval type that will be used during collection select the options individually. To

include all interval types, select the check box to the left of, “Include All Sidewalk Interval Types.”

When a setting is changed, select Apply to save the changes.

Figure 121: The Sidewalk Options

3. 0 – View

3.1. - Report

Refresh

It is required to refresh the Report window whenever a change is made to the Project Parameters,

Settings, or Report Options. The refresh icon is located at the top left of the Report window. Select

the refresh button and verify that the information is accurate before printing.

Enable of Disable Reports

This feature allows the user to select the type of

reports that appear in the drop down menu. To

have a report not be displayed in the drop down

menu, deselect the check box.

At the bottom of the Enable or Disable Window

the user may choose which report type is opened

by defa.ult with a new file. In the connecting

figure, the summary report is the file that will be

shown when a file is opened.

Figure 122: The summary header of a single trace report.

Figure 123: Enable and Disable Reports

Window

To print a report, select the Print Icon in the Report

window or select CTRL+P on the keyboard. The print

window will appear. Within the window, select the printer

to be used and verify that the printer settings are correct.

When ‘Print’ is selected, the document will be sent to the

printer.

If more printing options are needed, select the

‘Preferences’ icon. This icon will open a window that is

printer specific that contains information about the

orientation, paper size, and image quality.

The Adobe Symbol between the Printer symbol and the

report type will print the report to PDF format if the

Broadgun PDF printer is installed.

Report Options

The Report Options available in Profiler V3 are Summary Report, Single Trace, All Trace,

Continuous Trace, Proscan Trace, Defects Report, Calibration Report, Rutting Report, Cross-Slope

Report, Text Report, and QA Suite Report.

Figure 124: The tool bar for the report window

Figure 125: Printing Options Window

Refresh Icon Print Icons Drop Down Report Menu Zoom Ratio

Unless directed by the overseeing

agency, the frequently used reports are

Summary Report, Single Trace,

Continuous Trace and Calibration Report.

These reports are commonly used due to

the information provided within them.

All of these reports have the locations of

defects and the information entered in

Project Parameters and Localized

Roughness.

Zoom

The zoom feature is used to adjust the size of the Report window. To change the view of the Report

window, left click on the Zoom box or on the arrow to the right of the box. Selecting the arrow

will only allow the window to change to the preset values of 50%, 75%, 100%, 250% and 500%. If

the operator chooses to left click within the zoom box, the keyboard can be used to type in the

desired zoom percentage. After the zoom percentage is entered, select ‘Enter.’

View by Segments or Defects

By selecting Segments (the default setting) the operator may navigate through the segments of

the file by typing in the segment number and selecting ‘Enter’, or by using the arrow keys to the

right of the box. When Defects are selected, the same procedure is used to navigate throughout

the file to the defect locations. This is a shortcut for moving throughout segments and finding

defects while in the Single Trace report option.

If the operator is not in Single Trace while using this feature, the program will adapt and open

Single Trace when the Report window generates.

Figure 126: The drop-down menu for the report options

Figure 127: The built in zoom ratios

Go to Location

The Go to Location Feature moves the report window to the position of the profile (a distance)

entered in the box. By entering the station number in decimal form and selecting ‘Go to Location’

the segment containing the entered station number will be displayed in the Report window.

3.2 – Collect

To collect data the operator should select the Collect Icon when the hardware is attached. Once

the hardware is found, the data collection may begin. See the Collection section of this manual for

procedures to perform prior and during a collection.

3.3. – Trace

Choosing Tracks for Plotting

To choose tracks for plotting in the trace window, select the check box next to the desired tracks.

Once all of the necessary tracks are checked, select the refresh icon to view the tracks within the

plot. Whenever a change is made by deselecting a track or checking a new track, select the refresh

icon to have it appear in the trace. If the refresh icon is not selected, the trace will not update and

the changes will not be shown. Review the legend to verify that all of the selected tracks are shown

in the plot.

Figure 128: The segment or defect navigator

Figure 129: Go to Location Feature

Figure 130: An example of the profile trace

Refresh

It is required to refresh the Trace window whenever a change is made to the track selections. The

refresh icon is located at the bottom left of the Trace window. Select the refresh button and verify

that the trace is accurate before a print is made.

Plot Options Icon

Profile/Continuous IRI

The drop down menu allows the user to select options of Profile and Continuous IRI, MRI or HRI.

When Continuous IRI is selected, the operator may not choose the option to include Run Up and

Run out data.

Figure 131: The plot

options window

Figure 132: Plot Options Window

Figure 125: The Continuous IRI Plot

options window.

Figure 134: The plot of the Continuous IRI trace

Figure 133: Continuous IRI Window.

Plot Options Settings

Display Run in/ Run out Data

Many High Speed Profiler data files have Run in and/or Run out data associated with them. To

include this data in the trace, select the check box next to “Display Run Up and Run out Data.”

Apply filters

To apply the filters select the check box “Apply Filters.”

Show Point Labels

Showing point labels allows the user to move the cursor over the profile to find the stationing and

height at a certain point of the plot. When the cursor stays over a point for one second, a dialogue

box appears that gives information on station number and height at the cursors current position.

The units of the stationing and height are the same as the units of the axes.

Rendering Mode

Under the Rendering Mode section the operator can choose the type of rendering to increase the

speed or increase the quality when refreshing the graph. When using the high quality rendering,

the time it takes to refresh will be longer, however the resolution of the trace will be optimum.

GPS Lock-On

Display Current Location

This feature will display a vertical line at the vehicle’s current GPS location. This vertical line will

move through the trace as the vehicle moves, allowing the user to locate the points of localized

roughness.

Figure 135: The plot of the profile trace

Center Trace on Current Location

Then this box is checked, the trace will pan with the motion of the vehicle so that the current

location is always in the center of the window.

Highlight IRI Thresholds

Base Length

The base length is the length of the California Profilograph or 25 feet. It will be the basis of the IRI

localized roughness calculations.

1st, 2nd, 3rd [in/mi]

Three separate thresholds can be set to depict which plots exceed the thresholds on the graph.

These thresholds will be plotted as a horizontal line across the trace graph at the IRI values of the

threshold in inches per mile.

Localized Roughness in Trace View

Be aware that when using the localized roughness, the defects can appear below the threshold

line. This is because the localized roughness is based off of a 25-foot length and not the entire

profile.

Display Localized Roughness

When this box is selected the trace view will have the localized roughness location marked with a

diamond. If the user places the cursor over the red diamond, the information about the localized

roughness will be displayed.

Use Localized Roughness Settings in Trace View (Recommended)

By selecting this box the IRI Localized Roughness threshold established under the Settings and

Localized Roughness Tab will be used to find and display the localized roughness in Trace View. If

Figure 136: The Continuous IRI trace with the localized roughness diamonds

shown

Threshold

the other thresholds are used, the number of defects displayed in the trace may be different than

the number in the report. This selection displays the same localized roughness as in the report.

Navigation

In order to use the Navigation feature in Trace View the GPS must be connected and you must

select the “Display Current Location” check box under GPS Lock-On in the Plot Options Window.

To Navigate:

1) Select the run that the desired point of localized roughness, segment, station or GPS

coordinate is found in under the Plot Options Menu.

2) Select Navigate To…

3) Use the drop down menu to select the type of location: defect (localized roughness),

segment, station, or GPS coordinate.

4) Select a location from the list and then select the green “Start Navigation” icon

GPS Coordinate Navigation

To navigate to a GPS coordinate, type in the GPS

coordinates for longitude and latitude.

Figure 138: The Trace Navigation Options

Figure 137: A Location selected and ready to

start navigation

Figure 139: Navigate to GPS Coordinate

To print the trace, select the Print Icon in the window or select CTRL+P on the keyboard. The print

window will appear at this time. Within the window, select the printer to be used and verify that

the printer settings are correct. When ‘Print’ is selected, the document will be sent to the printer.

If more printing options are needed, select the ‘Preferences’ icon. This icon will open a window

that is printer specific containing information about the orientation, paper size, and image quality.

Figure 141: The Print window that appears after the print icon is selected

Figure 140: The Navigation started. The pink line is the destination

Destination

Stop

Navigation

Save

When the Save icon is selected, the user is able to save the trace as an image in png, gif, jpeg, tiff,

and bmp format. The image can be saved on the operating computer or on a connected external

device.

Figure 142: The tool bar for the trace window

Figure 143: Windows explorer to save a picture of the graph.

Figure 144: Available picture formats to save the trace graph

Refresh Plot Options Print Save Zoom Previous Zoom Fit Pan/Zoom Mode Units

Zoom

To zoom in the trace window, verify that the Pan/Zoom Mode icon displays ‘Pan Mode.’ To zoom

in on the plot, left click and hold while dragging the cursor over the area to be blown up. While

dragging the cursor, a dotted box will appear. This dotted box contains the area of the plot that

will be blown up, by being fit to the size of the plot window.

Zoom Previous Icon

When Zoom Previous is selected, the last ‘zoom in’ action is undone.

Zoom Fit Icon

To return to the original aspect ratio, also known as the home view, select Zoom Fit.

Pan/Zoom Mode Icon

The Pan/Zoom Mode icon has two functions. When Pan Mode is displayed, the cursor may be

used to zoom in on the plot. To zoom in on the plot, hold down the left mouse button and move

the cursor over the plot area to be blown up. The dashed box contains the area that will be

enlarged.

When Zoom Mode is displayed, the operator may use the cursor to pan across the plot area. The

pan mode allows the user to navigate through the plot area without changing the aspect ratio, or

zooming out.

Units for Height and Station

The units for height (y-axis) and stationing (x-axis) can be changed by left clicking upon the current

units and selecting the necessary units from the dialogue box that appears. The units available are

mils, inches, feet, yard, miles, millimeters, centimeters, meters, and kilometers. The units scale the

plot area.

4.0. – Mapping

The Profiler V3 program has two separate mapping programs to choose from. Map Point can be

used to travel to the point of defects or other points of interest on the run path. For this reason,

Map Point requires a connected GPS device to function. Google Maps can be used to show the real

world location of the event, segment, and collection path. Both of these features are used after a

collection has been completed with GPS coordinates.

4.1. – Map Point

Map Point is used to navigate to points of interest along the path of collection.

The Map Point feature can be used to navigate to defects in the profile based on the GPS

coordinates. Map Point can be used in trace view or through the compass and distance readout

on the Map Point window. To navigate to a defect using Mapping:

1) Open a file in SSI Profiler with defects

2) Open the Mapping window through the shortcut bar or through View>Mapping.

3) At the top, select a run and click on the “Navigate To” icon.

4) The user may choose to navigate to a defect, station, segment, or a specific GPS

coordinate. Choose the option from the drop down menu. Select a location and click on the green

Start Navigation icon.

5) Follow the instructions of the mapping to get to the destination.

Note: A GPS signal and a collection using GPS is required to use Mapping feature.

Figure 145: The drop-down menu for Mapping. Run being navigated along Run1

Figure 146: A bump is selected in Mapping

4.1 – Google Maps

Figure 148: Initial Google Maps Screen

Figure 147: Navigation to a point in Mapping

Google Maps can be used to show the location of the run path, segments, and localized roughness.

Google Maps can also be used within Profiler V3 to navigate to defects, the start of the run or the

end of the run.

To view the location of the collection without any collection information displayed:

1) To begin, select the Google Maps icon in the shortcut bar.

2) The world view will be the initial view in the window.

3) The right side of the window has the controls section. Choose the run number of the

collection to be viewed in the map.

4) Select Jump to Overlay or “Navigate To…” and select an event.

To view the Run Path, Segments, and Localized Roughness:

1) Select their corresponding check boxes of the parameters. If one parameter is not desired,

do not select its check box

2) Select the “Enable Overlay” icon.

3) Select Jump to Run

4) If the push-pin is selected, the statistics and information for that location will be displayed.

For Localized Roughness: Red Pin is Track 1, Blue Pin is Track 2, Green Pin is Track 3.

To deselect a track to not show it on the map, select the “Set Runs” icon and uncheck the box next

to the unwanted track.

Once the run is displayed in Google Maps, use the scrolling and cursor to navigate through the run.

The run path, segments and localized roughness are shown if their respective box is selected.

These features can be shown if the box is checked reading, “Disable Overlay.”

Display Current Location on Map

If this check box is selected, the current location of the profiler is marked by a large green arrow

in the map window.

Lock on Current Location

If the check box for “Lock on Current Location” is selected, the location of the profiling system will

remain in the center of the map window.

Directions from Current Location

The V3 program will navigate to the start or end of the run and any defects found during collection.

Select the destination from the drop down menu and select the calculate icon. The route will

appear as a black line from your current location to the “B” landmark.

To navigate to an event, pause, segment, or defect, select the correct run number and hen the

“Navigate To” icon. If GPS is connected the program will ask the user where to be navigated to.

Once the location is selected Profiler will direct the device to the location.

Note: GPS must be connected to use the Google Maps and Map Point features.

5.0 – About

The About section has information concerning Profiler V3 software and its licenses. The software

version, copyright and license can all be found in the ‘About’ window. Additionally, third party

software licenses are listed in the About window.

Profiler V3 License Information

The computer’s Profiler V3 license information can be viewed in the About window. The details

will display all of the additional features and collection devices attributed to the license.

The update icon will allow the operator to choose an installation file from the computer to update

the Profiler V3 software.

Manual

The manual can be found under the Help Tab or on the About Section window. Otherwise, the

manual is save to the Desktop or in the “Manuals” folder under C:\Program Files (x86)\SSI Profiler

3\Manuals.

Figure 149: Google Maps showing the localized roughness

Check for Updates

The operator can manually check for updates through Help>Check For Updates. By default, the

program will check for updates every time it is opened. To not check for updates at each opening,

deselect the check box in this window.

Send Feedback

If SSI should be informed of issues or advancements of the software, please send us feedback so

we can improve our services.

Third Party Components

The Third Party Components of Profiler V3 are:

Modified source code is available for download at:

http://www.smoothroad.com/support/download.asp.

Full copies of all third party licenses can be found in the Licenses folder located inside the Profiler

V3 installation directory.

Figure 150: The About Window

Troubleshooting

CS8800 Profiling System Software. For technical support for the CS8800 electronics or software,

contact SSI by email at support@smoothroad.com or telephone at:

(785) 539-6305 (Kansas, USA)

(530) 885-1482 (California, USA).

Necessary software updates and periodic version upgrades can be downloaded the Profiler V3

program when internet access is available. If there is an update, the program will ask the operator

to install the current version.

For customer specific downloads, visit the SSI website at: SSI Download Site. Contact SSI customer

support for a user ID and password, or for further assistance.

CS8800 Profiling System Hardware. For hardware or spare parts, contact James Cox & Associates

office in Auburn, California at (530) 885-1482 or by email at:

mchadd@smoothroad.com. Operators can also contact SSI by email at

support@smoothroad.com or telephone at (785)539-6305 (Kansas, USA) or (415)383-0570

(California, USA).

Panasonic Toughbook Computer. For technical support for Panasonic Toughbook computers,

contact Panasonic Technical Support at 1-800-Laptop 5 (800- 527-8675) or go to the this link:

Panasonic Toughbook Support.

Paper Supplies or Printer Servicing. For printer paper supplies or printer servicing, contact SSI

Customer Support.

No GPS Signal

Check the connections of the GPS antenna. If the location of the antenna is beneath the Toughbook

stand or if the profiler is in an area of low reception, the GPS position may not be found. Review

the GPS settings under Settings to see if collection device is selected. Under the Collect tab, select

the GPS icon to view the number of satellites and signal information.

Will Not Find Hardware

The electronics will not be found if the system does not have sufficient power or if it is not

connected to the computer.

1) Check that the system has power

2) Check the integrity of the cables. Have special attention to the DB-9 serial cable.

Abnormal Collection Results

If the system returns multiple defects or localized roughness and high ride numbers, review the

calibration information. As needed, recalibrate the absolute encoder, distance, and height sensor.

Battery is Not Charging

1) Check the charger for a red LED

2) Turn off the power to the CS8800 and turn it back on after 3 seconds. This will refresh the

battery gauge

3) A pin or a wire is not making connection for power within the device.

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