Perform a Close Interval Survey

Before beginning the survey, ensure that the options for DVM read method and associated settings are configured in the DVM module. Refer to Set Measurement Type, Voltage Range, and DVM Settings for more information.

The first time you use the CI Survey module, you will be prompted to set up the new survey properties.

If you have previously started a CI survey, the survey will display in the window. Refer to Open a Survey for more information.

Refer to CI Survey Keyboard Shortcuts for a list of shortcut keys. The shortcuts can be used with the Allegro AX or on the Mesa 3 if you are using the external keyboard.

Complete the following steps to add Survey Properties to your first Close Interval survey:

1. Tap CI Survey from the home window.

   

   PCS Field Data Collector Home Window

   For the first survey, the Survey Properties window displays.

   

   Survey Properties

2. Enter a Segment (required). If available, Date is also required. To ensure the survey data is imported into PCS correctly, enter information into all fields.

3. Tap OK. A New Filename window opens.

   

   CI Survey - New Survey Name

4. Enter a name for the new survey file.

5. Tap OK. A blank survey opens in the CI Survey window.

   

   New Survey

Once a survey file is created or opened for editing, the following actions can be performed:

• Set Survey Properties

• Record Inspection Readings

• Add Remarks

• Add Test Point Information

• View Survey Records

• Pause or Resume Readings

• Fixed Increment Survey Skip and Lock Modes

• Reset Flag Count

• Show Bearing to Site

• Work with Survey Records

• Save the Survey File