Typical seismic data logger Baykal-8

Typical seismic data logger can be used for long-term seismic and geophysical measurements including operations under field conditions. 

The Ethernet support allows for using the standard solutions for connecting several instruments into a seismic network. FTP and SeedLink support makes it possible to use the standard software for remote data acquisition.

Click here for available downloads to operate Baykal-8. If the FTP-connection fails, right-click to copy the link and open it with Windows Explorer.

Characteristics Delivery and warranty

Availability to order
Dynamic range 137.2 dB
Supply voltage 12 - 24 V Nominal (10 - 28 V permissible)
Power consumption 1,5 - 2,0 W
Temperature range -20...+60°C
Number of channels 6
Gain coefficients 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64
ADC sampling rate 100, 125, 200, 250, 400, 500, 800, 1000, 2000, 4000 Hz
ADC resolution 24 bit
Reference generator stability 0.3 ppm
Data recording mode continuous, schedule
Data recording format miniSEED
Data storage microSD 8 Gb expandable up to 32 GB
Data transfer USB 2.0, Ethernet
Inbuilt sensors for device health monitoring no
Case connectors FQ24-10Z, FQ-14-7Z, SMA-F, USB-B, RJ45
Delivery set 2 connectors FQ24-10TK, 1 connector FQ14-7TK, 8 Gb MicroSD, GPS antenna
GNSS timing accuracy < 1µs
GNSS receiver GPS / GLONASS
Auxiliary ADC -
Additional network options Ethernet protocols support: NTP, PTP (IEEE 1588), SeedLink, FTP
Case material rugged case for field surveys
Dimensions 170 х 80 х 180 mm
Weight 2.2 kg