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U·Node 2

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U·Node 2

U·Node 2

Overview

The U·Node 2 is a robust and versatile nodal seismic recording system designed to modernize existing Sercel-equipped crews and provide flexible active or passive seismic acquisition. The system transforms legacy 408, 428, and 428XL FDU and DSU equipment into a modern nodal recording platform with GPS timing, removable memory, Wi-Fi, and cellular networking.

Each U·Node 2 supports up to 120 single-channel FDUs or 40 three-channel DSUs, with unlimited U·Node 2 units per spread. The system supports continuous recording for passive monitoring, triggered acquisition for shot records, and hybrid operation for large exploration or engineering projects.

U·Node 2 systems can operate as stand-alone nodal systems or supplement existing Sercel acquisition equipment. Real-time QC, field data offloading, Vscope 3 software, Observer monitoring, and SourceLink integration provide flexible acquisition and monitoring capabilities for both small crews and large projects.

Features

Modernize Existing Sercel Equipment
  • 100% compatible with 408, 428XL FDUs and DSUs
  • Transform legacy equipment into a nodal recording system
  • Compatible with SSC source control systems
  • No annual license fee required
  • Supports managed, autonomous, or hybrid operation
High Channel Count Recording
  • Supports two 60-channel receiver spreads per U·Node 2
  • Supports 120 single-channel FDUs
  • Supports 40 three-channel DSU modules
  • No limit on U·Node 2 quantity per crew or project
  • Suitable for large channel-count seismic spreads
Acquisition Modes
  • Continuous Mode for passive recording and event monitoring
  • Triggered Mode for individual shot records
  • Supports active and passive seismic acquisition
  • Works on engineering crews, large exploration projects, and 3D-VSPs
Hardware Features
  • Standard 16 GB internal CF card for data backup
  • Optional 256 GB removable external memory plug
  • Internal high-accuracy GPS module
  • Two battery ports for hot-swapping batteries
  • Two high-speed Ethernet network ports
  • One POE-equipped Ethernet port for Wi-Fi modules
  • Hammer switch compatible trigger port standard
Networking & Data Access
  • Supports cable, Wi-Fi, and cellular Ethernet
  • Real-time streaming noise and data collection
  • Real-time QC and shot record monitoring
  • Observer software monitors and controls multiple U·Node 2 units
  • Builds and archives shot records
Vscope 3 Acquisition Software
  • Real-time noise and shot monitoring
  • Simple geometry assignment
  • Vibroseis correlation
  • Vertical stacking
  • Trace spectra display for QC
  • Streamer mode for land and marine acquisition
  • Gather mode for extracting active spreads
Source Control Compatibility
  • Compatible with SourceLink project management software
  • Supports Vibroseis with Force 3
  • Supports dynamite with Boom Box 3
  • Supports mechanical impulse sources with RTM 3
  • Supports daily production reporting
Optional Integrated Sensor & FDU
  • Integrated geophone elements inside FDU electronics pod
  • Single or twin-element Ultra High Sensitivity Geophone options
  • Cables available with 1 to 12 geophone and FDU pods
  • Custom cable lengths and group intervals available
  • Streamlined cabling ideal for land streamers
Physical Specifications
  • Internal GPS module standard
  • Internal storage: 16 GB CF card
  • Network: 100Base-T Ethernet
  • Battery input: 10 to 30 volts
  • Power requirement: 1.2 watts at 12 volts
  • Size: 330 x 200 x 75 mm / 13 x 8 x 3 inches
  • Weight: 3.0 kg / 6.5 pounds

Benefits

Extend the Life of Existing Sercel Equipment
  • Reuse existing FDUs, DSUs, and spread cables while upgrading crews to modern nodal acquisition capability.
Support Both Small and Large Crews
  • Use U·Node 2 for small engineering crews or expand to large high-channel-count exploration spreads.
Reduce System Cost
  • No annual software license fees and use of off-the-shelf PCs help reduce long-term operating costs.
Improve Real-Time Quality Control
  • Real-time noise monitoring, shot displays, and QC tools help crews quickly evaluate data quality in the field.
Increase Field Flexibility
  • Use cables, Wi-Fi, or cellular Ethernet connections for acquisition, QC, and data transfer.
Support Active & Passive Monitoring
  • The same U·Node 2 system can acquire Vibroseis, dynamite, and impulsive-source data while also supporting passive monitoring and event detection.
Simplify Engineering Seismic Deployment
  • Integrated sensor and FDU options reduce equipment count and simplify deployment for engineering and streamer applications.

Related Applications

Learn more about applications commonly used with this product.

Large Seismic Operations
  • Use unlimited U·Node 2 systems together for large exploration and monitoring projects.
Engineering Seismic
  • Supports refraction, reflection, MASW, ReMi, and SPAC acquisition projects.
Autonomous Nodal Acquisition
  • Use continuous recording and GPS timing for autonomous nodal seismic acquisition.
Hydraulic Fracturing Monitoring
  • Use U·Node 2 for passive seismic monitoring during hydraulic fracturing operations.
Earthquake & Event Monitoring
  • Supports long-term monitoring, event detection, and continuous recording applications.
Land Streamer Acquisition
  • Integrated sensor and FDU options simplify cabling for streamer-style seismic acquisition systems.

Brochure

U·Node 2 Brochure