DX6-160
160 dB dynamic range digitizer for autonomous and managed seismic monitoring.
DX6-160
Overview
The DX6-160 Digitizer is a high-performance seismic digitizer designed for autonomous monitoring and managed real-time seismic acquisition. The system provides up to 160 dB of dynamic range using dual-gain acquisition technology where each sensor channel is digitized twice at different preamp gains.
The DX6-160 supports autonomous deployment anywhere at any time using integrated GPS timing and onboard memory. It can also operate as part of a managed network using Ethernet, Wi-Fi, cellular data modems, or StarLink communications for real-time monitoring and remote control.
Designed for long-term seismic monitoring and field acquisition, the DX6-160 supports geophones, hydrophones, microphones, and accelerometers while providing SEG-Y output, data harvesting, and optional IoT-based real-time connectivity through SecureConnect.
Features
- 3 channel sensor inputs digitized twice at different gains
- 3 channels at 0 dB gain
- 3 channels at 24 dB gain
- Total of 6 channels stored
- 160 dB dynamic range architecture
- Internal GPS for clock discipline and location information
- Internal or external GPS options
- Internal and external memory options
- Deploy monitoring stations anywhere at any time
- Internal flash memory plus optional external memory
- Optional internal sensors and battery
- Supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi, CDM, and StarLink networking
- Optional SecureConnect IoT integration
- Remote software control from any location
- Real-time data collection and file harvesting
- SEG-Y output support
- Optional external power for long-term deployment
- Compatible with geophones
- Compatible with hydrophones
- Compatible with microphones
- Compatible with accelerometers
- 100K input impedance compatible with most sensors
- 24-bit sigma delta A/D converter
- 24 bits stored
- Preamp gains: x1, x4, and x16
- Sample rates: 125, 250, 500, 1k, 2k, 4k, 8k, and 16k SPS
- Bandwidth: DC to 85% Nyquist
- Clock synchronization via GPS
- Optional internal mesh radio
- Dual Ethernet ports
- Dynamic range: 125 dB at x1 gain
- Dynamic range: 122 dB at x16 gain
- Distortion: 0.0001%
- Noise: 1.2 μV RMS at x1 gain
- Noise: 0.15 μV RMS at x16 gain
- Trigger accuracy: ±1 μs at all sample rates
- CMRR greater than 125 dB
- Aluminum and ABS plastic case
- Size: 11.5 x 7.25 x 2.25 inches
- Weight: 3.1 lbs / 1.4 kg
- Power input: 9-28 VDC
- Power draw: 2 watts at 12 volts
Benefits
- The autonomous design allows rapid deployment of monitoring stations without requiring permanent communications infrastructure.
- Internal and external memory options plus optional external power support long-term seismic monitoring projects.
- Dual-gain acquisition and low-noise electronics provide high dynamic range and accurate signal recording.
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, cellular, and StarLink networking options allow real-time data collection and remote management.
- Integrated GPS timing, onboard storage, and flexible communications simplify field installation and operation.
- The DX6-160 supports geophones, hydrophones, microphones, and accelerometers for flexible monitoring applications.
- The rugged aluminum and ABS enclosure is designed for field monitoring and long-term deployment environments.
Brochure
DX6-160 BrochureRelated Applications
Learn more about applications commonly used with this product.
- Deploy monitoring stations anywhere using onboard GPS timing and internal memory.
- Use Ethernet, Wi-Fi, cellular, or StarLink communications for remote acquisition and monitoring.
- Monitor vibration events using geophones, accelerometers, hydrophones, or microphones.
- Optional external power and expandable storage support long-term deployments.
- SecureConnect integration supports managed remote monitoring and Internet-connected seismic systems.