Application The  Digitilt DataMate records data from inclinometer probes, tiltmeters, and spiral  sensors. It powers a Digitilt inclinometer probe for 16 hours and can store up  to 40 complete inclinometer surveys. The DataMate is designed for hard use in difficult environments. Electronic  components are rated for extended temperatures. Connector sockets are located on  the face panel, away from contact with mud, water, or snow. The case is sealed  against condensation and humidity, and the bright, backlit display is visible  under all lighting conditions. Overview of Operation The Digitilt DataMate hold a list of inclinometer installations in memory. To  begin a survey, the operator selects an installation from the list. The DataMate  then displays the starting depth for the survey. The operator positions the  inclinometer probe accordingly and checks the display. The display shows the  depth in meters or feet, the A-axis reading, and the B-axis reading. When both  readings are stable and ready to record, the DataMate displays a graphic ready  signal. The operator presses the hand-switch to record the readings (the hand switch  allows the operator to keep both hands on the control cable). The DataMate beeps  and displays the next depth. The operator raises the probe to this depth, and  again, watches for the ready signal and records the reading. The operator  repeats these steps until the survey is done. Validating Data The DataMate provides checksums and checksum statistics to help the operator  validate the data set before leaving the site. Questionable readings can be  verified and corrected by repositioning the inclinometer probe and re-recording  the reading. Retrieving Data To transfer data from the DataMate to a PC, the operator runs the DataMate  Manager program (DMM), which retrieves the data and stores it in a database for  quick access. The DMM program also imports data files from previous Slope  Indicator formats, from spreadsheets, and from G-TILT.