ISOBUS Operator’s Manual for Software Revision 3 · ISOBUS compatible VTs can be used to set up, operate and monitor the system, but the exact details of how to access and change

PN 05498120 Air Cart ECU

ISOBUS Operator’s Manual for Software Revision 3.04

ISOBUS HORSCH Air seeder ECU - Operator’s Manual

January 2015

Ver. 2.1 03/2015

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Recognize and Understand the Safety Symbols in this manual A reminder of safety practices or attention to unsafe practices which could result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

A hazard exists which could result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

An extreme inherent hazard exists which could result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

Follow safety Instructions • Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on machine safety decals. Keep safety decals in good condition. Replace

missing or damaged safety decals. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety decals. • Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction. • Keep the machine in proper working condition. • Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life and thus void the

warranty.

Operate Safely • Do not make adjustments while the machine is in motion. • Do not enter the tank unless another person is present and hydraulic hoses are disconnected from the tractor. • Operate the machine from the tractor seat only. • Keep hands and fingers away from hinge area when positioning meter. Lock meter in storage position before operating in the

field. • Clear the area around the machine before raising or lowering the machine or wings. • Stop the tractor on level ground when raising or lowering wings. Do not operate with wings raised. To improve stability, travel

through the field with the wings unfolded. Fold wings to transport position just before leaving the field and entering a roadway.

• Do not operate close to the edge of a ditch, creek, gully or steep embankment. • Avoid holes, ditches and obstructions which may cause tractor, cart or seeding tool to roll over, especially on hillsides. • Avoid sharp turns on hillsides. • Slow down when turning or traveling over rough ground, and when turning on inclines. • Shut off the tractor and shift to Park or set brakes when leaving the tractor. Remove the key when leaving the tractor

unattended.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE. • Learn how to operate and service the machine correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

Agtron Enterprises Inc. will not accept any responsibility for any damage or malfunctions resulting from failure to comply with the operator’s manual.

• If you do not understand the information in this manual, or if you have any questions, contact Agtron Enterprises Inc. Customer Service.

• This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell it. • Agtron Enterprises Inc. reserves the right to alter illustrations and technical data contained in this manual. • The contents of this manual are the intellectual property Agtron Enterprises Inc. All use and/or reproduction not specifically

authorized by Agtron Enterprises Inc. are prohibited. • All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of

publication. Agtron Enterprises Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

• WARNING! Take care if welding on the frame of cart of planting system. Ensure that no power is applied to the ECU. Unplug the main harness from the tractor and properly ground the welder. Connect the welder ground cable as close as possible to the weld area.

• ATTENTION! Low battery or alternator voltage can cause system errors.

• WARNING! Be careful when testing NH3 systems. Be sure to clear the area of people and pets. While testing, wear proper protective clothing and eyewear. Always position yourself up-wind while testing.

• NOTICE! Depending on the processing speed of the virtual terminal, there may be a delay in function changes when a soft key is pressed. Pressing a soft key several times quickly may initiate multiple functions on several screens. Allow time between pressing soft keys to ensure the virtual terminal has time to respond.

• NOTICE! When operating product meters in test mode (Test Speed), be sure to open the access door under the meter, or run the fan, to prevent material from building up and stopping the meter.

• ATTENTION! Ensure that the virtual terminal is updated with the latest version of its software from its manufacturer.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents ................................................................................ 4 About ISOBUS .................................................................................... 6 The ISOBUS for HORSCH Air seeder ECU ................................... 7 Alarms ................................................................................................ 13 Pre-Calibration Setup....................................................................... 15 Calibrations ....................................................................................... 29 Operation ........................................................................................... 35 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting .................................................... 39 Conversion Factors ........................................................................... 44 Cabling, Connectors, Pin-outs ......................................................... 45


Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Checklist – Dry Products √ Icon Step Description / Information Screen Page

Set Units - USA, metric, Imperial

…on the VT before entering Agtron software On virtual terminal 15

Select the tank model …to load the appropriate default setup and calibration.Most settings are correct for the selected equipment and a starting point for a calibration that should work

Calibration 16

Set Implement Width …of the toolbar Calibration 17

Set Toolbar Offset …to the distance from the rear tractor axle to the front ofthe tool bar Calibration 17

Set up Master Work Switch only …if there is no toolbar workswitch, or it will not be used. Sensor

Calibration 24

Enter % Tank Fill (each tank) …what % of the Tank currently has product Product 27

Set the Product Weight/Volume (each tank)

…for the product in each tank Product 27

Calibrate each Product Meter

…While stationary, drive the meters using the hydraulicmotor …Open access cover and place pail under it…Press product # on ECU keypad to start meter…After one or more turns press product # to stop meter…Empty pail and place under access again…Press product # to start meter…Half fill pail…Press product # to stop meter…Weigh the pail and product…Subtract weight of pail…On the Calibration screen, enter the sample weight…Repeat for each product

Product 28

It should now be possible to operate the system and confirm that everything is functioning. Additional refinements to the set up and calibration values may be required. Refer to the Pre-Calibration Set Up (pg. 14) and Calibration sections (pg. 26) for details.


About ISOBUS

About ISOBUS

What is ISOBUS? Agtron’s ISOBUS for HORSCH Air seeder ECU is based on the ISO 11783 standard, sometimes also referred to as ISOBUS. ISOBUS is based on a communications standard that enables a variety of agricultural electronics systems to talk to each other. Its purpose is to integrate all current and future farm functions by standardizing communication between tractor and implement.

ISOBUS Virtual Terminals and Features Several companies manufacture ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminals. Although the locations and types of controls may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, all terminals use the same icons to represent the main functions.

Check www.agtronservice.com for the latest ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminals.

Using Virtual Terminals with the ISOBUS System Any ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminal (VT) should be able to communicate with and control Agtron’s ISOBUS for HORSCH Air seeder ECU. When the VT in a tractor is connected to the ECU it downloads the “personality” information from the ECU and displays it on the VT’s screen. The central part of the screen displays information screens identically, regardless of the VT being used.

ISOBUS compatible VTs can be used to set up, operate and monitor the system, but the exact details of how to access and change values and settings may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. For example, when entering numerical values during system setup, some VTs may open a keypad-style screen. Others may assign numbers to switches around the outside of the screen. For this reason, procedures in this manual simply state “Enter the numerical value for…” Consult the manufacturer’s operating manual for the specific VT to determine the details.

Tip!For detailed information on how to operate the virtual terminal, refer to its operation manual.

An example of a screen on the VT

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The ISOBUS for HORSCH Air seeder ECU In its simplest form the system controls application rate by controlling the speed of the meter rolls (augers) on the air tank. Hardware includes an electronic control unit (ECU), sensors and cables.

If the seeding system includes NH3 application, a second ECU and associated hardware is required for controlling NH3 application rate.

If the seeding system includes Liquid Fertilizer application, a third ECU and associated hardware is required for controlling Liquid fertilizer application rate.

If the system includes an Agtron CAN-ART blockage monitor, an additional ECU and associated sensors and cables are required.

All four ECUs are connected to the ISOBUS and communicate with the VT in the tractor cab.

For setup and calibration each ECU is accessed separately from the VT. Once setup and calibration is complete information from all four ECUs is made available to the ISOBUS for HORSCH software screens and can be monitored on the Main screen.


Screens

Main Screen This is the main operating screen. While operating the system:

• Turn products on and off• Monitor the actual and target dry product, NH3 and Liquid Fertilizer

application rates• Monitor tank levels• Monitor implement speed• Monitor whether the seeder is up or down• Monitor Area 1 and Area 2 totals• Monitor fan RPM• Monitor the status of the ART seed rate/blockage monitor• Select “soft keys” to navigate to other screens

Product Screens 1 to 4 Use these screens when setting up the system:

• Enter tank % full and product weight/volume to calibrate tank weightindication

• Enter accumulated weight to calculate meter cal values• Reset product weight and mass totals• Enable a product• Set the product type (seed or fertilizer)• Enable/Disable section control• Enable/Disable the task controller

Tank Setup Screen Use this screen to select the implement, which pre-sets many features and settings:

• Select the model number of the implement• Select Electric or Hydraulic Drive• Select one or two fans• Select NH3 application/Task Controller status• Select Liquid application/Task Controller status• Set the implement width and X offset• View the speed cal number• Set minimum speed and test speed values• Set the number for fan targets• Set the high and low fan alarm RPM values• Select the speed senor type• View the system of units used• View communications status, system current, ECU and battery voltages

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Drive Setup Screen This screen displays settings associated with the meter drive systems for all products. (This screen is locked and requires a password to change settings, which is typically not necessary.)

• Drive type, tank size, target rate, actual rate, effective application width• Minimum meter rpm, maximum meter rpm, calibration rpm• Target rpm, actual rpm• Drive overload current levels, Drive gains, tach targets/revolution• Allowable error, Fixed Duty Cycle output Override• Drive direction select, drive frequency, NH3 valve type

Sensor Channel Setup Screen Use this screen to set up each sensor in the system. It can be used to diagnose problems:

• View and select the sensor type for each of 13 sensors• View and select the sensor logic for each of 13 sensors• Update and view diagnostic information (HW Port #, RPM, Total Pulses,

Sensor Current, State)

Alarm Screens Alarm screens appear when an alarm condition occurs. On these screens:

• Determine which alarm has occurred• Get additional information about the sensor or system in alarm• Acknowledge the alarm condition• Enable or disable the Master Workswitch


The Main Screen The Main screen (sometimes called the Home screen) is the first screen that appears after opening the ISOBUS for Horsch software. This is the primary screen used while operating the seeding system. It provides the key information and functions necessary for controlling and monitoring all functions.

Detailed information on how to use the Main screen is contained in the Operation section, later in this manual.

Product Enables

Product Alarms

Target Rates

Bin Levels

Speed Type

Area 1 Area 2

Product 1 Product 2 Product 3

Workswitch State

Alarms (see list)

Seed Flow

Loop 1

Loop 2

Seedrate

Sensitivity

Total Sensors

Blocked Sensor

Dirty Sensor

Toolbar WS

Up/down Fan Speeds

Tank Setup softkey

Master Work Switch

softkey

Product 1 Screen softkey



Note! Numbers shown in red are inputs and can be changed, usually by pressing the number itself and then entering a value.

Numbers shown in black are indications only, and cannot be changed.

Row Count

Half width



Dry Products Screen Navigation Map

Seed OR

Fertilizer

Main

Tank Setup Drive Setup

Sensor Channel Setup

Products 1, 2, 3 or 4

4


Soft Keys The following icons select the most common system functions:

Icon Name Function

Main Go to the Main screen

Master Work Switch Start or stop seeding

Tank Setup Go to the Tank Setup screen

Product Bins 1 to 4 Go to the Dry Product screen indicated by the number

Sensor Channel Setup Go to the Sensor Channel Setupscreen

Drive Setup Drive Setup screen

Product Enable Enable current product

Unlock Unlock locked screens

Alarm Acknowledgement Acknowledge Alarm

Note! A “softkey” is a button or touch screen icon that, when pressed, performs a function assigned to it.


Alarms

Alarms

Alarms Screens When an alarm condition occurs the ISOBUS for Horsch software initiates an alarm notification. (The sound generated depends on the type of VT.) An alarm screen appears and displays one or more icons, which indicate the type of alarm. In some cases values are also displayed to indicate which product or sensor is related to the alarm, or other information about the alarm condition. Alarms are displayed in order of priority. A higher priority alarm will override a lower priority alarm being displayed.

The following screenshot shows a typical alarm screens.

Alarm Acknowledge softkey

Master Workswitch softkey

Low Cart Speed Alarm

Low RPM Indicator

RPM

Product Number


Alarm Icons The following is a list of alarms that could occur during system operation. Alarms appear as separate screens. The procedure for aknowledging alarms is based on the type of VT being used.

Icon Alarm Icon Alarm

Fan Alarm ART Loop alarm

Aux Alarm Empty bin indicator

Bin alarm High voltage indicator

Low cart speed alarm Low voltage indicator

Battery voltage alarm Current overload indicator

Product alarm SPI communication failure indicator

Internal alarm Low seedrate indicator

Case Drain alarm Blocked seed run indicator

Low rpm indicator Loop Communications failure indicator

High rpm indicator


Pre-Calibration Setup

Pre-Calibration Setup The ISOBUS for Horsch Air Cart ECU includes standard configuration settings for several air carts. When selecting the model number for the cart most of the configuration settings for that model are automatically loaded. This simplifies the setup necessary to use the system.

These settings can be viewed on the Tank, Drive and Sensor Channel setup screens, but most settings are locked to avoid accidental changes.

If any locked parameters must be changed, contact Horsch to obtain a password to unlock the screens.

The following setup procedures provide information about settings on the Tank, Drive and Sensor Channel setup screens. Although some sections provide step-by-step procedures for changing settings, most of these procedures are only needed if a setting must be reset to match a non-standard seeding system. Settings that typically DO have to be set up are unlocked. To unlock settings, contact Horsch for an unlock password and any additional assistance required.

Set System of Units (Imperial, USA, Metric) The system of units (Imperial, US, Metric) used with the Agtron ISOBUS system is determined by the units set on the VT, and typically will not have to be changed. However, if they must be changed, set them up on the VT before entering the Agtron ISOBUS for HORSCH software. (Consult the VT manual to determine the correct procedure for setting the units.)

Tip! Ensure that the units have been set correctly in all required areas of the VT.

Note! When an Agtron ISOBUS Upgrade for Horsch Air Cart system is ordered from Agtron the customer is asked for information about the specific air cart model. Agtron sets up the system at the factory for the specified air cart model. As a result the pre-calibration setup process should mainly involve verifying settings.

If the air cart includes any non-standard features some settings may have to be changed. Because some settings are locked a password (available from Agtron Service) is required.


Tank Setup Initial settings for the air cart should have been configured at the factory. Verify this on the Tank Setup screen by checking which model number is highlighted in green. This ensures that most of the typical settings associated with the cart are pre-set.

Additional settings can be set up on the Tank Setup screen. Some settings are always available. Other settings (that are typically standard) are password protected. In the event that changes are required, contact Agtron Service.

To open the Tank Setup screen, on the Main screen, press theTank Setup softkey.

The Tank Setup screen appears.

Note: Icons labeled in green are accessible without the Unlock password.

System of Units

Air Tank Model Number

Fans Enabled

NH3 Enabled

Speed Cal Number Implement Width

X Offset Minimum Speed

Test Speed

Fan Targets Fans High Alarm RPM

Fans Low Alarm RPM Speed Type

SPI Comm. Status 1, 2, 3 and 4

System Current ECU Voltage Battery Voltage

Main Screen soft key

Master Work Switch

soft key

Drive Setup Screen soft key

Sensor Channel Setup Screen

soft key

Unlock soft key

Note! Some of the settings on this screen are locked. A password is required to unlock them. In the event that changes are required, contact Agtron Service for assistance.

Distance Calibration

Drive Type Electric/Hydraulic

Liquid Enabled

Next VT soft key

Read Calibrations

Save Calibrations

Task Controller Enable


Verify System of Units selection. Check the System of Units icon near the bottom of the Tank Setup screen to confirm the correct system was previously selected. The following table shows the four possible icons that may be displayed:

Icon Sensor Type

Metric

Imperial

US

Other

Select the HORSCH air tank model number Locked Selecting the model number of the HORSCH air tank sets all settings to the default values for the specific system represented by that model number. (To return to Default Cal settings this setting must be unlocked using a password obtained from Agtron Service.)

Select the model number of the air cart by pressing theappropriate button (350, 500, 750 or 1000)

The selected button turns green when enabled.

Select Electric/Hydraulic Drive Locked Selecting the drive type of the HORSCH air tank sets the system to operate for either Electric or Hydraulic driven systems.

Select the drive type by pressing the appropriate button (Electricor Hydraulic)


Note! Icons are not accessible without the unlock password.

Note! Icons are not accessible without the unlock password.


Enable the air tank fans Accessible Some air tanks are equipped with one fan; some with two.

Press the icon for each fan the air tank is equipped with.

The selected buttons turn green when enabled.

Enable NH3/Liquid/Task Controller Accessible/Locked Press the NH3/Liquid enable button


If variable rate mapping NH3/Liquid press the appropriate TaskController enable button


Distance Calibration Accessible When a speed sensor is attached, distance travelled accumulates in feet (meters). Pressing the Distance Check button clears the Accumulated Distance.

On the Tank Setup screen, press the calibration key, then theDistance Check icon.

Accumulated Distance changes to 0.0.

Drive a known distance

Set the Distance Check value to agree with the distance driven.

Note! Icons are accessible without the unlock password.

Note! Icons are accessible without the unlock password.

Note! Task Controller icons are not accessible without the unlock password.


Set Implement Width Accessible Select the number next to the Width icon.

Enter the width of the implement in inches or millimeters.

Set the Toolbar Offset Locked Select Toolbar Offset by pressing the number beside the icon.

Enter the distance in inches or cm.

E.g. 96 inches

Set the Speed Calibration Number Locked The Speed Calibration Number is preset, based on the air cart model selected.

Set Minimum Allowable Operating Speed Locked If the implement slows down to a speed less than this value the Work Switch is shut off and seeding is inhibited. An alarm screen is generated.

Set Test Speed Accessible Test Speed is a value that can be set to simulate the movement of the system at a known speed. This allows tests and calibrations to be performed while the implement is stationary.

Tip! If the machine is 60 feet wide, multiply 60 X 12 inches per foot = 720 inches. Enter “720”.

Note! For variable rate application using GPS the system needs to know how far the toolbar is from the rear axle of the tractor. (Even though the GPS antenna may be ahead of the tractor axle this is compensated for in the VT already.

Note! This icon is accessible without the unlock password.



Set the number of Fan Targets Locked Targets are the parts on the fan that are sensed each time the fan makes a revolution. There must be at least one target per revolution but there can be more. The system must know the number of targets per revolution to accurately determine the fan speed.

Set the Fan High and Low Speed Alarm Values Accessible The low and high end of the fan alarm settings depends on the desired operational range. The default values are 3000 (low) and 6000 (high).

Select the number beside the Fan High icon.

Enter the Fan High alarm value in RPM.

Repeat the procedure to enter the Fan Low.

Select the Speed Type Input Accessible The Speed Type Input selects the speed input signal that will be used with the system. The Speed Type setting allows you to select and use any of the following speed inputs: A radar speed device on the commodity cart (ECU), a GPS speed input or wheel speed sensor on the tractor, or a ground speed signal from the tractor computer system. Possible speed inputs include:

• Tank Speed

• External Agtron speed sensor

• ISO wheel speed sensor

• ISO ground speed sensor

• Test speed input

Tip! If a fan high or fan low alarm occurs, and the hydraulic flow has not changed, check the high and low alarm values to ensure they are in the proper range.



Note! This icon is not accessible without the unlock password.


Drive Setup The Drive Setup screen is an information screen containing settings for each of the drives that turn the product augers. It also contains information related to NH3 control if an NH3 ECU is installed.

To access the Drive Setup screen, on the Tank Setup screen, press the

Advance Calibration soft key . The Drive Setup screen appears.

The Tank Setup screen displays a large amount of information about the system. Values in black are typically calculated values and cannot be changed. Values in red can be changed, although the unlock password must be entered.

The following section describes each of the settings on this page:

Main Screen softkey

Master Work Switch

softkey

Tank Setup Screen softkey

Unlock softkey

Tank Size Target Rate Actual Rate

Product Effective App. Width Min Meter RPM Max Meter RPM

Calibration RPM Target RPM Actual RPM

Drive A O/L Current Drive B O/L Current

Drive Gain Tach Targets/Rev Allowable Error %

Fixed Duty Cycle O/P Override Drive Direction Select

Drive Frequency NH3 Valve Type

Tank #s

Note! All of the settings on this screen are locked. A password is required to unlock them. In the event that changes are required, contact Agtron Service for assistance.


Tank Sizes Locked The tank size of each tank on the air cart is set when the implement model number is selected on the Tank Setup screen.

Target Rates Locked Displays the Target Rates for each product set on the Main screen.

Actual Rate Locked The Actual Rate is a calculated value of product application based on metering rate, implement width and speed.

Product Effective Application Width Locked Because the Morris system does not support sectional control, Product Effective Application Width is the same value as Implement Width.

Minimum Meter RPM Locked If the product meter (auger) RPM falls below this value an alarm is initiated.

Maximum Meter RPM Locked If the product meter (auger) RPM increases beyond this value an alarm is initiated.

Calibration RPM Locked Calibration RPM is the RPM at which the meter will run when doing a calibration.

Target RPM Locked Target RPM is an internal value determined by the system. It is the RPM that the system has determined the product meter (auger) must operate at to deliver the required application rate.

Actual RPM Locked Actual RPM is the measured product meter RPM.


Drive A and B Overload Currents Locked Alarms are triggered if meter drives begin to draw electrical current in excess of these values.

Drive Gain Locked Drive gain is the speed at which the meter drive changes to achieve the desired application rate. If the drive gain value is set too low, the drive may not respond quickly enough to maintain accurate application.

Tach Targets/Rev Locked To determine the speed of the meter rolls (auger) the tach sensor detects targets (usually gear teeth on a sprocket) on the auger shaft. The system must know the number of targets that pass by the sensor for each revolution of the shaft to correctly determine shaft RPM.

Allowable Error % Locked The system monitors the response of the meter and triggers an alarm if it does not respond to positioning signals within an allowable error percentage.

Fixed Duty Cycle Output Override Locked This is an internal value used by the system in controlling the meter drive.

Drive Direction Select Locked Different NH3 application systems use different drive polarities. This setting configures the system for forward or reverse acting polarities. Manufacturer’s specifications should list the correct polarity for the NH3 application system.

Drive Frequency Locked Different NH3 application systems use different drive frequencies. Manufacturer’s specifications should list the correct drive frequency for the NH3 application system.


NH3 Valve Type Locked

Some NH3 application systems use one valve; others use two. Manufacturer’s specifications should list the number of valves used for the NH3 application system.


Sensor Channel Setup Screen The Sensor Channel Setup screen is used to assign sensors to channels used by the ISOBUS for Horsch system. Sensor logic (in which state the sensor is active) can also be assigned.

The Sensor Channel Setup screen automatically configured when a Horsch air cart model is selected on the Tank Setup screen. However, if sensors are added or modified after installation of the system, some setup may be required using the Sensor Channel Setup screen.

To access the Sensor Channel Setup screen, on the Tank Setup

screen, press the Sensor Channel Setup soft key. .

The Sensor Channel Setup screen appears.

Note: Icons labeled in green are accessible without the Unlock password

Note! All of the settings on this screen (except for the Update Diagnostic buttons) are locked. A password is required to unlock them. In the event that changes are required, contact Agtron Service for assistance.

Unlock soft key

Tank Setup Screen soft

key

Master Work Switch

soft key

Home Screen soft key

Update Diagnostic Buttons Bin 1 Sensor

Non-Inverted Sensor Logic

Channel #

Hardware Port

RPM

Total Pulses Total current of all installed sensors

Sensor state

Diagnostic Info

Bin 2 Sensor

79.61

26779

Ground Speed Sensor

External Workswitch

1

Auxiliary 1 Sensor


Sensor Types

The Sensor Calibration screen can have up to 13 sensor channels assigned to specific sensors. This screen the logic setting of each of these channels and diagnostic information can be shown for each by selecting the Diagnostic button for the sensor.

The following symbols represent sensor types that may be in use on the system. Typically some of these sensors will not be used:

Symbol Sensor Type

Bin 1

Bin 2

Bin 3

Bin 4

Aux 1

Aux 2

Aux 3

Aux 4

Toolbar work switch

External Agtron toolbar work switch

Fan 1

Fan 2

Case Drain Sensor

Ground speed sensor

Sensor channel inverted

Sensor channel non-inverted

No sensor selected

1

Note! The sensors that measure the RPM of the metering rolls (tachometers) are pre-configured from the factory. They do NOT appear on the Sensor Calibration screen, and do not require any configuration.


Setting up Sensor Logic The logic of each sensor channel is shown on this screen. Logic is the expected output when the sensor is activated. For example, logic determines whether an action is initiated when a switch closes or when it opens. The logic (action) of any sensor can be changed (if the screen is unlocked). Sensor logic is preset from the factory, but if a sensor is added for some purpose, its logic must be configured.

Selecting or toggles between inverted or non-inverted signal.

Setting up Master and External Work Switches Product application can be enabled using either the Master Work switch (from the VT screen) or using an External Work switch that detects when the implement is in the ground.

Setting up the Master Work switch

The Master Work switch is a soft key located on all screens. When the area of the soft key surrounding the icon is white the Master Work switch is disabled. In this mode the ISOBUS for Morris system is disabled—it will not apply products regardless of whether products are enabled or the position of the toolbar.

Soft key System Condition

Disabled

Enabled

When the area of the soft key surrounding the icon is green the system is enabled. If the system is NOT equipped with a toolbar workswitch, products that have been enabled on the Main screen will be applied as soon as the implement speed exceeds the minimum speed setting.

To use the Master Work switch soft key to enable and disable product application, the External Work switch sensor must be disabled on the Sensor Channel Setup screen.

On the Sensor Channel Setup screen, press the icon for theExternal Work switch channel.

Select None

Note! When the Meter fill switch is pressed the Master Workswitch softkey is enabled (turns green). If the Meterfill switch is active, the product meters (augers) will run as long as product is enabled.


Setting up an External Work Switch

An External Work switch is a toolbar sensor that detects whether the toolbar is up (out of the ground) or down (in the ground). There are two different external work switch icons used on the Sensor Channel Setup screen: One indicates an external work switch that connects to the main ECU; the other indicates an external work switch that connects to a slave ECU (CANART or NH3).

External Workswitch icon Type

Toolbar work switch sensor selected.

(Used if the external work switch is connected to

the main ECU)

External Agtron toolbar work switch selected.

(Used if the external work switch is connected to

a CANART or NH3 ECU)

If the system is equipped with a toolbar work switch (typical), products that have been enabled on the Main screen will be applied as soon as:

• the toolbar sensor detects that the toolbar is in the ground(indicated by the Seeder Down icon on the Main screen)AND

• A speed signal is present.

To use a toolbar sensor to enable product application when the toolbar is lowered into the ground, an External Workswitch sensor must be selected on the Sensor Channel Setup screen.

On the Sensor Channel Setup screen press the icon for theExternal work switch channel.

Select the desired toolbar work switch icon:

Toolbar (main ECU) Workswitch

OR

External Agtron Toolbar (slave ECU) Workswitch

Ensure that this channel displays the correct polarity for thesensor selected (typically +)

Symbol What it means…

Seeder UP

Seeder DOWN

Seeding

Note! For an External Workswitch to enable product application the Master Workswitch must also be enabled.


Calibrations

Calibrations Calibrating the Speed Cal number ensures that the system can accurately measure distance travelled, which is used to determine speed, acreage (based on implement width), and application rate.

Using the weight per bushel of each product, and the percent full of a product tank, the system calculates bin fill.

The system controls the application rate by knowing how much product is delivered by the product auger on each revolution. The Meter Cal procedure, which is performed for each tank, ensures the application rate is accurate.

Product Screens

Tank Level Tank Size

Product Number (1,2,3,4)

Product Weight/Size

Unit Tank Weight

Total Accumulated

Weight

Total Meter Revolutions

Meter Cal (weight/rev)

Minimum Ground Speed

Maximum Ground Speed

Product Mass Total

Product Area Total

Product On/Off

Product Type: Seed

or Fertilizer

Meter Drive Amps Task Controller Product On/Off

Product Enable soft key

Master Work Switch

soft key

Home Screen soft key

Section Control (Half-Width) On/Off


Tank Fill Calibration The Tank Fill indications are calibrated by providing information about the weight/volume characteristic of the product in the tank, and how full the tank currently is (in percent). The system uses these values to calculate the current weight in the tank. While seeding, the system monitors the application rate and continuously subtracts it from the current weight in the tank, maintaining a current tank fill indication.

Tank Fill calibrations are done from the Product screen for the product being calibrated. (Each product has a separate Product screen.)

Step 1. Enter the current tank level (%) Select the number next to the Tank Level icon.

Enter the current level of product in the tank in %.

Step 2. Enter the Product Weight/Size Units Select the number next to the Product Weight/Size Unit icon.

Enter the weight/volume value of the product in the bin.

The tank weight is automatically calculated and displayed under the Tank Weight icon.

Step 3. Reset Product Totals The Product Area Total displays the number of acres to which product has been applied since the last time it was reset. Product Area Total does not accumulate if the product is disabled.

The Product Mass Total displays the total number of pounds (or other mass units, depending on the choice of units) that has been applied since the last time it was reset. Product Mass Total always accumulates when the meter turns.

On the appropriate Product screen:

Press the Product Area Total button to reset the total to zero.

Press the Product Mass Total button to reset the total to zero.


Meter Calibration Dry product application rates are controlled by adjusting the speed of the product meters (augers). The system sends a signal to the meter drive based on the required application rate. Calibration involves “telling” the system how much product is delivered during a known number of turns of the product meter (auger).

To calibrate the system run the meter while the system is stationary. The meter delivers a sample of the dry product into a commodity pail, which is then weighed. The weight of the product in the pail (excluding the weight of the pail itself) is entered into the system.

Some steps of the meter calibration are done from the VT in the cab (enabling products) while others are done using the membrane keypad on the ECU.

Before beginning the procedure have a pail available to catch the product under the meter and a scale to weigh it. A pen or pencil, paper and calculator may also be useful to record and calculate various values.

The following procedure must be repeated for each product meter.

Step 1. Obtain and Weigh a Calibration Sample

Open the access cover underneath the meter housing for theproduct to be calibrated

Place the commodity pail underneath the meter to catch theproduct.

On the VT in the tractor cab, on the Main screen, press theProduct On/Off button to enable the product.

The button turns green.


Open the hydraulic valve to run the metering rolls whilestationary.

On the ECU, when calibrating Product 1, press the 1 key once tostart the metering roll (auger) turning for Product 1.

The green LED behind the key illuminates.

Allow the metering roll to rotate at least one (1) revolution.

When the revolution is complete, press the 1 key to stop themeter.

This process primes the meter, ensuring it is full of product beforestarting the actual measurement run, and ensuring a more accuratecalibration.

(When calibrating Product 2, use the 2 key to start and stopthe metering roll. For Product 3, use the 3 key. For Product4, use the 4 key)

Empty the contents of the commodity pail.

Weigh the empty commodity pail and record its weight.

Thoroughly clean any material out of the seed channel.

Place the empty commodity pail under the opening to catch thematerial to be calibrated.

Press the 1 key to start the calibration process for Product 1. (2key for Product 2; 3 key for Product 3; 4 key for product 4)

Fill the commodity pail approximately half full to ensure enoughmaterial for accurate weighing.

Press the 1 key (for Product 1; 2 key for Product 2; 3 key forProduct 3; 4 key for product 4) to stop the meter.

Weigh and note the weight of the commodity (and pail).

Subtract the weight of the commodity pail.

The result is the Sample Weight.

Record the Sample Weight for use in the next section.

Tip! Once the bins have been calibrated and are ready to apply product in the field, cross check the application. Simply apply a known number of acres. If applying a total of 200 lbs of dry product per acre, and 10 acres of application, there should be 2000 lbs less product in the cart. If there is actually 2050 lbs, divide 10 acres into 2050. This equals 205 lbs per acre. The difference between the desired and the actual lbs/acre is 5 lbs. This indicates that the calibration is within 2% of the desired rate. Adjust the desired rate or recalibrate the system if the difference is unacceptable.

Important Note! The system ECU (electronic control unit) includes a six-key membrane keypad that is used during calibration of the system. Pressing the key labeled 1 turns on Product Meter 1; pressing it again turns Product Meter 1 off. Key 2 turns on and off Product Meter 2, Key 3 turns on and off Product Meter 3 and key 4 turns on and off product meter 4.


Step 2. Enter the Sample Weight into the System On the Product screen for the product currently being calibrated:

Select the number next to the Total Accumulated Weight icon.

Enter the Sample Weight value obtained in previous metercalibration procedure (in lbs).

Step 3. Repeat the previous steps for each product meter (auger) used in the system.

Step 4. Enable Automatic Section Control (Half-Width) Optional Accessible

Press the Section Control enable button.


About Meter Cal Once the Sample Weight value has been entered the system automatically calculates the Meter Cal value. The Meter Cal value is the number of pounds (lbs) of product applied per revolution of the metering roller (auger).

E.g. If the Meter Cal value is 1.80, the meter will deliver 1.80 lbs of material during each revolution of the metering roller (auger).

Note! Automatic Section Control (Half-Width) works with your ISO virtual terminals GPS/Mapping software. You can control how much % overlap before the section shuts off/on. Each virtual terminal is different. Consult your virtual terminal manual for more information on section and overlap control.


Step 5. Select Product Type (Optional) Locked

Press the Product Type button.

The selected button shows:

Seed

or

Fertilizer

Step 6. Enable Task Controller (Optional) Locked

• Press the Task Controller Enable button.

The selected button turns green when enabled.Note! Task Controller works with your ISO virtual terminals GPS/Mapping software for variable rate application. Consult your virtual terminals manual for more information.

Note! Product Type is used with your virtual terminals variable rate mapping software for prescription map setup and as applied data. Please consult your virtual terminal and mapping software manuals for more information.


Operation

Operation

General System Operation System operation includes the following:

Adjusting desired application rates

Noting and responding to:

• product tank level alarms• fan high and low speed alarms• implement speed alarms• overload current alarms• blockage alarms (if CANART installed)• application rate high and low alarms (if CANART installed)• sensor alarms (if CANART installed)

Operating the Work Switch (if an automatic work switch is notbeing used)

Re-entering % Bin Fill values after filling product tanks, NH3tank or Liquid Fertilizer tank(if NH3 or Liquid ECU installed)

Re-entering Product Weight/Volume and re-calibrating themetering system for that product whenever products in a bin arechanged

Resetting acre totals when starting a new field, or new product


Operation

Using the Main Screen

Remember: Numbers in black are indications only; Numbers in red can be changed by pressing the number and entering a new value.

Product Information Area The Product Information Area displays:

• Whether each product (1, 2, 3, 4 or NH3) is enabled• The target rates for each product that is enabled• Alarm icons (if alarms are occurring)• Bin levels associated with each product

Row Count

Half width

Product Enables

Product Alarms

Target Rates

Bin Levels

Test Speed

Area 1 Area 2

Product 1 Product 2 Product 3 Product 4

Workswitch State

Alarms (see list)

Seed Flow

Loop 1

Loop 2

Seedrate

No Slave ECU

Sensitivity

Total Sensors

Blocked Sensor

Dirty Sensor

Toolbar WS

up/down Fan Speeds

Master Work Switch

soft key

Product 1 Screen soft key



Tank Setup Screen soft key

Seeding



Operation

Product On/Off

Individual products can be turned on and off by pressing the icon in the left side of Product Information Area. The icon is green when the product is on and red when the product is off. When the product is off all other information on that line disappears.

Set Target Rates Enter the Target Rates for each product on the Main (Home) page (or from the Drive Setup page). To set the Target Rate from the Main (Home) page:

Select the Target Rate value of the desired tank by pressing the(red) number in the appropriate row and column on the screen.

Enter the Target Rate

The Target Rate is shown as a numerical value as well as on the adjacent bar graph.

Monitor Alarms Alarm icons are displayed in the alarms area of the Product box. Possible alarm icons are shown in the following table:

Symbol Sensor Type

Bin Low

Aux Low

PWM Override

RPM Low

RPM High

Current Overload

No Tach

No Slave ECU

Reset Area (Acre) Totals Area 1 and Area 2 acre totals can be used to monitor the acres planted. Typically one is used to totalize field acres and the other for total acres. Use the following procedure to reset them in preparation for totalizing planted acres:

Press to reset the Area 1 total to zero.

Press to reset the Area 2 total to zero.


Operation

Section Control (Half-Width) When seeding with both sections on the center button is green. If one of the sections turns off, the corresponding button will turn green. For example, if the left section turns off because of overlap, the right button will turn green. If you do not want to have automatic half-width you can still use half-width manually.

Press to enable right half of drill.

Press to enable left half of drill.

Begin Seeding This procedure assumes that all setup and calibration steps have been completed and that the system has a toolbar work switch installed and setup. (If there is no toolbar work switch, the system will apply product as soon as the air cart reaches its minimum speed setting.)

In the field, on the Main screen press the red product enablebuttons for each product to be applied.

The buttons turns green and the product information appears(Target Rates, Alarms, Tank Levels)

Press the numbers next to the Product buttons and enter thedesired Target Rates.

Press the Master Work switch soft key to enable the system usingthe manual work switch.

The Master Work switch softkey background turns green

Lower the seeder and bring the implement up to the desiredapplication speed.

The Workswitch Ready/Hold icon displays a green light and theSeeder Down icon replaces with the Seeder Up icon.


Seeding Enabled

Seeding Disabled

Seeder UP

Seeder DOWN

Seeding

Important! When the work switch soft key turns green the Workswitch is ON.


Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting If problems are encountered while setting up or operating the system the following information should be helpful in diagnosing and troubleshooting the problem. Knowing how the system is meant to operate is the best resource in solving problems. Become familiar with all screens, icons and functions. Make careful notes of the symptoms of the problem and the results of efforts used to solve it. Then contact Agtron Customer Service for assistance.

Troubleshooting Sensors The Sensor Channel Setup screen provides information that may be useful in troubleshooting problems associated with sensors. The Sensor Channel Setup screen can be used to verify that the correct type of sensor is assigned to the correct channel, and that the sensor logic has been configured correctly. It also provides diagnostic information about the current state of the sensor, how much current it is drawing from the system, its RPM, and total number of pulses since its last reset.

Unlock Soft key

Tank Setup Screen softkey

Master Work Switch

Soft key

Home Screen Soft key

Update Diagnostic Buttons Bin 1 Sensor

Non-Inverted Sensor Logic

Channel #

Hardware Port

Total Pulses Total current of all installed sensors

Sensor State

Diagnostic Info

Ground Speed Sensor

Fans

Auxiliary sensor

Bin 2 Sensor

RPM

79.61 26779

External Workswitch

1


To view the current state of a sensor, press the Diagnostic button beside the icon of the sensor to be tested. This updates the information shown at the bottom of the screen.

In some cases it may be necessary to troubleshoot sensor problems in consultation with Agtron Service personnel. They can provide additional help and information helpful in diagnosing problems.

Troubleshooting the ART Seed Monitoring System (if CANART ECU installed)

Information about the ART Seed Monitoring System is shown at the bottom of the Main screen.

Seed Flow

Loop 1

Loop 2

Seedrate

Sensitivity

Total Sensors

Blocked Sensor

Dirty Sensor

4

Communication Error

Row Count


Troubleshooting Table (if CANART ECU installed)

No loop information The loop indicated is turned off. To turn loop on, increase sensitivity >1

Communication error The monitor is not detecting any sensors.

Check all the cables and connections.

Bypass Sensor 1 by connecting Sensor 2 to the sensor loop cable from the main wiring harness.

If the message is no longer displayed…

…replace Sensor 1.

If the problem persists… …connect a Seed Sensor directly tothe main wiring harness’ male Sensor Loop Cable.

If a Loop Comm. Error occurs… …replace the Sensor Loop extensioncable between the Main wiring harness and Seed Sensor 1.

Monitor is showing less sensors than installed

The monitor is reading an incorrect number of sensors.


Bypass the last sensor by connecting the second last sensor to the sensor loop cable to the main wiring harness.

If the message is no longer displayed…

…replace the last sensor in the loop.

If the problem persists… …connect a Seed Sensor directly tothe main wiring harness.

If a Loop Comm. Error occurs… …replace the main wiring harness.

If a Loop Comm. Error occurs… …replace the Sensor Loop extensioncable between the main wiring harness and the last Seed Sensor.

Blocked Sensor The sensor indicated is blocked. Clean blockage from indicated run.

If the indicated run is not blocked… …verify the Sensitivity is not set toohigh. Check inside the distribution towers for any foreign material. This may cause blockages to move from sensor to sensor.

If it is always the same sensor giving the blocked message…

…trade that sensor with one inanother position.

If the blocked message moves with the sensor…

…replace that sensor.


The sensor indicated is blocked. Clean blockage from indicated run.

If the indicated run is not blocked… …verify the Sensitivity is not set toohigh. Check inside the distribution towers for any foreign material. This may cause blockages to move from sensor to sensor.



Blocked runs are indicated but when checked and found to be clear.

The monitor is receiving incorrect blockage information.

Verify that the Sensitivity is not set too high.

Check inside the distribution towers for any foreign material. This may cause blockages to move from sensor to sensor.





Amp Overload This message indicates that there is too large a power draw on the indicated sensor loop. There is most likely a short in the Sensor Loop.


System displays ERROR alarms when one loop is disabled, but no alarms when both loops enabled.

Typically this means that loops are all connected but cables are crossed either going to sensor 1 or coming back from the last sensor.

Trace sensor cables from the main wiring harness to the first and last sensor of one loop.

Re-connect the cables correctly.


Seed Sensor Sensitivity Values

Seed Sensor Sensitivity Values (if CANART ECU Installed) Use the following table to keep track of sensitivity used for each product

Product Sensitivity


Conversion Factors

Conversion Factors To convert from Imperial to Metric measurements, multiply by the following factors.

To Convert To Multiply By

Inches Millimeters 25.4

Feet Meters 0.3048

Yards Meters 0.9144

Miles Kilometers 1.609

Square Foot Square Meters 0.0929

Acres Hectares 0.4047

Pounds Kilograms 0.4536

Cubic foot Cubic Meter 0.02832

Bushels Cubic Meters 0.03524

Pounds/Square Inch Kilopascals 6.8948

Pounds/Square Inch Bar 0.06895

Pounds-Force-Foot Newton-Meters 1.3568

Miles-Per-Hour Kilometers-Per-Hour 1.609

Pounds-Per-Acre Kilograms-Per-Hectare 1.1209

Acre-Per-Hour Hectare-Per-Hour 0.405

Feet-Per-Minute Meters-Per-Second 0.005

Feet-Per-Second Meters-Per-Second 0.305

Horsepower Kilowatt 0.746

27 in. of Water =1 psi

Tip! Refer to Horsch Anderson manual for product charts and conversions as wrong measurements can lead to errors


Cabling, Connectors, Pin-outs


ECU Signal Connectors (Electric Harness)

Left Connector (Black Body) Pin # Function 1 Motor 1 Power 23 CAN Comm. High 4 Low Bin 1 Signal 5 Mid Bin 1 Signal 67 Mid Bin 2 Signal 8 Motor 1 Ground 9 Low Bin 2 Signal 10 Motor 3 Ground 11 Speed Signal 12 Motor 3 Power 13 Fan 1 Signal 14 Fan 2 Signal 15 CAN Comm. Low 16 Fan 1 Ground 17 Tach 1 Ground 18 Tach 2 Ground 19 Tach 3 Ground 20 Tach 2 Signal 21 Speed Ground 22 ECU Ground 23 ECU Power 24 Tach 1 Signal 25 Motor 2 Ground 26 Motor 2 Power 27 28 Tach 1 Power 29 Tach 2 Power 30 Tach 3 Power 31 32 Work Signal 33 Work Ground 34 Tach 3 Signal 35


Cabling, Connectors, Pin-Outs

Center Connector (Grey Body) Pin # Function 1 Half Width Motor 1 Pos 2 Half Width Motor 1 Ground 34567 Center 1 Signal 8 Center 2 Signal 9 Low Bin 3 Signal 10 Sensor Power (Bins, Fans, Speed) 11 Half Width Motor 2 Pos 12 Half Width Motor 2 Ground 13 14 Mid Bin 3 Signal 15 16 17 18 Fan 2 Ground 19 Half Width 1 Ground 20 Half Width 2 Ground 21 Low Bin 3 Ground 22 Mid Bin 3 Ground 23 24 25 26 Extended 1 Signal 27 Retracted 1 Signal 28 Extended 2 Signal 29 Retracted 2 Signal 30 Low Bin 1 Ground 31 Mid Bin 1 Ground 32 Low Bin 2 Ground 33 Mid Bin 2 Ground 34 35


Right Connector (Blue Body) Pin # Function 1 Center 3 Signal 23 Retracted 3 Signal 456 Half Width Motor 3 Pos 7 Half Width Motor 3 Ground 8910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Extended 3 Signal 18 19 Half Width 3 Ground 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35

Notes: • All connections terminated in Amp seal 35 pin plug, AMP 776164 • Each Amp seal connector has a different polarization (color) to prevent incorrect connections


ECU Signal Connectors (Hydraulic Harness)

Left Connector (Black Body) Pin # Function 1 Motor 1 Power 2 Motor 4 Power 3 CAN Comm. High 4 Low Bin 1 Signal 5 Low Bin 2 Signal 6 Sensor Power 7 Low Bin 3 Signal 8 Motor 1 Ground 9 Low Bin 4 Signal 10 Motor 3 Ground 11 Speed Signal 12 Motor 3 Power 13 Fan 1 Signal 14 Fan 2 Signal 15 CAN Comm. Low 16 Sensor Ground 17 Tach 1 Ground 18 Tach 2 Ground 19 Tach 3 Ground 20 Tach 2 Signal 21 Tach 4 Ground 22 ECU Ground 23 ECU Power 24 Tach 1 Signal 25 Motor 2 Ground 26 Motor 2 Power 27 Tach 4 Signal 28 Tach 1 Power 29 Tach 2 Power 30 Tach 3 Power 31 Tach 4 Power 32 33 Motor 4 Ground 34 Tach 3 Signal 35 Mid Bin 4 Signal


Center Connector (Grey Body) Pin # Function 1 Half Width Motor 1 Pos 2 Half Width Motor 1 Ground 34567 Center 1 Signal 8 Center 2 Signal 9 10 Sensor Power 11 Half Width Motor 2 Pos 12 Half Width Motor 2 Ground 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Half Width 1 Ground 20 Half Width 2 Ground 21 Sensor Ground 22 23 Mid Bin 2 Signal 24 25 Mid Bin 1 Signal 26 Extended 1 Signal 27 Retracted 1 Signal 28 Extended 2 Signal 29 Retracted 2 Signal 30 31 32 33 34 35 Mid Bin 3 Signal



Right Connector (Blue Body) Pin # Function 1 Center 3 Signal 2 Center 4 Signal 3 Retracted 3 Signal 4 Extended 4 Signal 5 Retracted 4 Signal 6 Half Width Motor 3 Pos 7 Half Width Motor 3 Ground 8910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Extended 3 Signal 18 19 Half Width 3 Ground 20 21 22 23 Sensor Ground 24 25 26 27 Half Width Motor 3 Ground 28 Half Width Motor 3 Pos 29 30 31 32 33 34 35


CANBUS Extension Connector

Pin # Function 1 Battery Negative 2 ECU Ground 3 Battery Positive 4 ECU Power 5 TBC Disconnect 6 TBC Power 7 TBC Return 8 CAN H 9 CAN L

Notes: • Battery Positive and Negative on double 8AWG wiring to reduce voltage drop between battery and ECU power terminals in high

current systems. • Dust cap provided to protect connector when not in use

CAN Terminator Connector

Pin # Function AB TBC Power CD TBC Return E CAN H F CAN L

Notes: • Connector mates with Powell TBC. TBC (CANBUS terminating bias circuit) should only be installed if the Agtron ECU is at the

physical end of the CANBUS system. • Terminated in Metripack 12052848 connector


CAN Out Connector

Pin # Function AB CAN H C TBC Return D ECU Power E ECU Ground F TBC Power G CAN L

Notes: • Terminated in 7 position Metripack Delphi 12110751 • Mates to extension to add ISO Connector at rear of air cart

Battery Out Connector

Pin # Function A Battery Positive B Battery Negative

Notes: • Terminated in 2 position Metripack Delphi 15300027 • Mates to extension to add ISO Connector at rear of air cart


Electric Motor Connectors

Pin # Function 1 Motor Ground 2 Motor Pos 3 Tach Ground 4 Tach Power 5 Tach Signal 6 Shield / Motor Case

Notes: • Terminated in Amphenol Tuchel C016-10D006-010-10 • Mates directly to HORSCH Electric Motor

Hydraulic Motor Connectors

Pin # Function 1 Motor Ground 2 Motor Pos

Notes: • Terminated in Deutsch DT06-2S, contacts rated to 13 amps, 16AWG wiring • Mating connector Deutsch DT04-2P


Variable Rate Control (Motor) Connectors

Pin # Function 1 Motor Power 2 Motor Ground

Notes: • Independent controls for up to 4 variable rate meters • Electric motor or electric over hydraulic control is possible • Terminated in Deutsch DT06-2S connector, contacts rated to 13 amps, 16AWG wiring • Mating connector is Deutsch DT04-2P

Hydraulic Motor Encoder (Tach)

Pin # Function A Tach Power B Tach Ground C Tach Signal

Notes: • Terminated in Delphi 12129615, contacts rated to 14 amps 20AWG wiring • Mating connector Delphi 12110293


Bin Level Sensor Connectors

Pin # Function 1 Bin Power 2 Bin Signal 3 Bin Ground

Notes: • Independent feedback for up to 4 bin level sensors (infrared, capacitive proximity) • Mates directly to Agtron bin level sensors, 3rd party sensors may require additional wiring • Terminated in Deutsch DTM06-3S connector, contacts rated to 7 amps, 20AWG wiring • Mating connector is Deutsch DTM04-3P

ECU Power Contacts

Pin # Function N/A Battery Positive (red) N/A Battery Negative (black)

Notes: • #10 (M5) ring terminal connects to ECU power terminals. • Battery Positive and Negative on double 8AWG wiring to reduce voltage drop between battery and ECU power terminals in high

current systems. • Caution! – reverse polarity power connection will damage ECU


Radar Connector

Pin # Function 1 Speed Ground 2 Speed Signal 3 Speed Power 4

Notes: • Directly mates with DICKEY-john Radar II and equivalent systems • Terminated with AMP 206430-2 connector • Wiring is common between the radar and speed sensor connections; only one speed source can be used. • Mating connector is AMP 206429-1

Fan Sensor Connectors

Pin # Function 1 Fan Power 23 Fan Ground 4 Fan Signal

Notes: • Independent feedback for 2 fan inductive RPM sensors • Mates directly to inductive sensors


Half Width Connectors

Pin # Function A Retracted Position Signal B Center Position Signal C Extended Position Signal D Position Switch Ground E Motor Positive F Motor Negative G Center Sensor Ground H Center Sensor Power J K

Notes: • Terminated in 10 position Metripack Delphi 12045808 • Mates to linear actuator / sensor assembly


ISOBUS HORSCH Air seeder ECU - Operator’s Manual

CAN ART ISOBUS Compatible Rate and Blockage Monitoring System

Operator’s Manual MND200703 for Software

Revision 3.02

ISOBUS Rate & Blockage System P a g e | 3 Operators Manual

Quick Start Setup

Important! Must be seeding in order to perform a complete calibration

Work switch

Pressing the Work Switch enables all alarms.

1. Grey background indicates Work Switch OFF.

2. Green background indicates Work Switch ON.

3. When the Work Switch is off, all alarms will silence, and areatotals will not accumulate.

Installed Seed Sensors

The system displays the number of Installed Seed Sensors on the Main ART screen.

1. Ensure the correct number of sensors is shown to the right of

the installed sensors icon.

2. If the number is incorrect, see Troubleshooting Table at back ofmanual.


Blockage Setup

The goal is to have the Sensitivity value as high as possible without giving constant alarms. If a seed sensor measures fewer seeds per second than the Blockage Sensitivity value indicated, a blockage alarm occurs.

Set Sensitivity

Important! Must Be Seeding to Set Sensitivity

From the Main ART screen

1. Press the red number to the right of the Sensitivity icon2. Set the value to 153. Increase the sensitivity value by 104. Watch for blockage alarm5. If blockage alarm does not occur repeat steps 3 & 46. If blockage alarm does occur, decrease sensitivity value by 3 to 57. Set Sensitivity to zero to turn loop power off

Rate Setup

Rate setup indicates how much product is being put into the ground. A speed value is required in order to use the Seed Rate Wizard.

Set Speed

1. Press the Calibration Softkey

2. Select the red number to the right of the Test Speed icon

(The value should be the speed normally travelled in field.)

3. On the Main ART screen press the speed type button to selectTest Speed type.

Speed Type Select


Perform Seed Rate Wizard

Important! Must Be Seeding to Perform Seed Rate Wizard

On the Main ART screen.

1. Press the red number to the right of the Target Rate icon

2. Enter the desired rate

3. Press the Seed Rate Wizard button

The value should be close to selected Target Rate.

Tip:

High and Low Seed Rate alarms will automatically be set when the Seed Rate Wizard button is pressed.


Follow safety Instructions Be sure to follow all safety instructions in your air seeder operator’s manual.

Read and Understand This Manual Before Operating This Machine. Learn how to operate and service the machine correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.


If you do not understand the information in this manual, or if you have any questions, contact Agtron Enterprises Inc. Customer Service.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell it. Agtron Enterprises Inc. reserves the right to alter illustrations and technical data contained in this manual. The contents of this manual are the intellectual property Agtron Enterprises Inc. All use and/or reproduction not specifically

authorized by Agtron Enterprises Inc. is prohibited. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of

publication. Agtron Enterprises Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. ATTENTION! Low battery or alternator voltage can cause system errors.


Table of Contents

Quick Start Setup......................................................................... 3 Work switch ..............................................................................................3 Installed Seed Sensors ..............................................................................3 Blockage Setup .........................................................................................4 Set Sensitivity ...........................................................................................4 Rate Setup .................................................................................................4 Set Speed ..................................................................................................4 Perform Seed Rate Wizard .......................................................................5

Table of Contents ......................................................................... 7 About the CAN ART Rate and Blockage System ....................................9 Using Virtual Terminals with Your ISO Rate and Blockage System ..... 10

System Installation ..................................................................... 11 CANBUS Harness .................................................................................. 11 CAN Terminating Bias Circuit ............................................................... 11 Cable Ties and Main Extension Cable Installation ................................. 11 Seed Sensor and Sensor Loop Cable Installation .................................... 12 Y-Cable Installation ................................................................................ 13 Figure 1.9: Installation Diagram ............................................................. 14 Figure 1.10: Installation (Less than 60 Seed Sensors) ............................ 15 Figure 1.11: Installation Diagram (More than 60 Seed Sensors) ............ 16 Optional Sensor Installation .................................................................... 17 Figure 1.12: Installation Diagram (Sensor Breakout Cable) ................... 20 Figure 1.13: Installation Diagram (ART Loop Terminator) ................... 21

System Setup and Calibration .................................................. 22 Softkeys .................................................................................................. 22 Main ART Screen ................................................................................... 23 Sensitivity ............................................................................................... 24 Seed Rate Wizard ................................................................................... 24 High and Low Rate Alarms .................................................................... 25 Blocked Seed Sensors ............................................................................. 25 Installed Seed Sensors ............................................................................ 25 Clean Seed Sensor .................................................................................. 26 Figure 1.15 - Communication Error........................................................ 26 Figure 1.16:Calibration Screen ............................................................... 27 Unlock Softkey ....................................................................................... 27 Default Calibration softkey ..................................................................... 27 Master and External Toolbar Work Switches ......................................... 28 Implement Width .................................................................................... 29 Row Count .............................................................................................. 29 Seed Delay .............................................................................................. 30 Minimum Speed...................................................................................... 30 Setting Up Speed Sensor......................................................................... 30 Distance Check/Accumulated Distance .................................................. 30 Speed Cal Number .................................................................................. 30 Test Speed ............................................................................................... 31 Speed Type ............................................................................................. 31 Area 1 and Area 2 ................................................................................... 31 Setting Up Fan Sensor ............................................................................ 32 Fan Sensor Channel Setup ...................................................................... 32 Fan Targets ............................................................................................. 32 Setting Fan High and Fan Low Alarms .................................................. 32 Setting Up Shaft Sensor .......................................................................... 33 Shaft Sensor Channel Setup .................................................................... 33 Shaft Targets ........................................................................................... 33 Shaft High and Shaft Low Settings ......................................................... 33 Setting Up Bin Sensor ............................................................................ 34 Figure 1.18 - Sensor Assignments .......................................................... 34


Sensor Logic ........................................................................................... 35 Units of Measurement ............................................................................. 35 Current Overload .................................................................................... 36 SPI Communication ................................................................................ 36 ECU Voltage ........................................................................................... 36 Battery Voltage ....................................................................................... 36 Current .................................................................................................... 36 Figure 1.17 - Seed Sensor Shutoff Screen .............................................. 37 Loop 1 and 2 Seed Sensor Pattern .......................................................... 38

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting ............................................. 39 Figure 1.18 - System Alarms .................................................................. 39 Alarm Screens ......................................................................................... 39 Figure 1.20 - Troubleshooting Table ...................................................... 45

Appendix ..................................................................................... 48 Appendix A: Parts List ........................................................................... 48 Appendix B: Optional Sensor ................................................ 49 Appendix C: Seed Sensor Sensitivity Values ......................................... 51 Appendix D: Conversion Factors............................................................ 52 Appendix E: Seed Densities ................................................................... 53 Appendix F: Sensor Breakout Connector Pin-out ................................... 54 Appendix G: DSUB Connector Pin-out .................................................. 54 Appendix H: DTM Connector Pin-out ................................................... 54

Warranty .................................................................................... 55 Warranty Guidelines ............................................................................... 55


About the CAN ART Rate and Blockage System

CAN- 2.0b ISO 11783

The CAN ART is a Rate and Blockage ECU to be used with a Virtual Terminal (VT) on a CAN 2.0b bus. The CAN protocol is based on the ISO 11783 standard. It operates with basic functionality which includes blockage detection and seed count of all sensors every second.

The CAN ART uses infrared seed sensors to measure seed rate and check for blockages. The sensors operate on a similar principle to that of a motion detector in a security system.

2 Loops – 120 Sensors

The ECU can communicate with two individually controlled Sensor Loops each capable of handling 120 seed sensors. The only required setup value is a sensitivity value that sets the minimum seeds/second limit to eliminate blockage alarms.

The ECU is also able to monitor up to six additional sensors (shaft, fan, bin, work, speed, etc.) connected through an optional Sensor Breakout Harness on each Loop.


Using Virtual Terminals with Your ISO Rate and Blockage System

Several companies manufacture ISOBUS compatible Virtual Terminals. Although the locations and types of controls may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, all terminals use the same icons to represent the main functions.

Any ISOBUS compatible virtual terminal (VT) should be able to communicate with and control your CAN ART. When the VT in your tractor is connected to the CAN ART it downloads the information from the ECU and displays it on the VT’s screen. The central part of the screen displays information pages identically, regardless of the VT you are using. Typically, icons representing other pages are located around, or to the side of the central part of the screen. Selecting these soft keys enables you to navigate to the pages they represent. The location of page icons may vary depending on the manufacturer of the VT. Also, some VTs have touch screens, whereas others use pushbuttons located around the outside of the screen, adjacent to on-screen icons.

ISOBUS compatible VTs can be used to set up, operate and monitor your ISOBUS Rate and Blockage system, but the exact details of how to access and change values and settings may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. For example, when entering numerical values during system setup, some VTs may open a keypad-style page. Others may assign numbers to buttons around the outside of the screen. For this reason, procedures in this manual simply state “Enter the numerical value for…”. You will have to consult the manufacturer’s operating manual for your specific VT to determine the details.

Go to www.agtron.com to view the current Virtual Terminals that can be used with your Rate and Blockage system.

Tip:

For detailed information on how to operate your Virtual Terminal, refer to its operation manual.

http://www.agtron.com/


System Installation

CANBUS Harness

1. For Installation of CANBUS Harness on non-ISO Tow BetweenAir Cart setup or Tow Behind Air Cart setup plug the CANBUSHarness into ISO plug on the rear of the tractor. (See Figure 1.0)

2. For Installation of CANBUS Harness on ISO Tow Between AirCart setup, you can plug the CANBUS Harnesss into the ISOplug on the rear of the Air Cart. (See Figure 1.1)

3. Select a mounting location to protect the ECU

4. Affix the ECU to the frame of the tank or toolbar.

5. Connect the CANBUS Harness Cable to the DSUB connectoron the ECU with two (2) jackscrews. See Figure 1.2.

CAN Terminating Bias Circuit

A CAN Terminating Bias Circuit connector must be installed on the CANBUS Harness Cable if there is no other ECU installed at the end of the system or if the CAN ART is physically at the end of the system.

Cable Ties and Main Extension Cable Installation

COLORED CABLE TIES

The coloured cable ties included in this kit are to assist in easy installation and to differentiate between the two loops of sensors.

1. Attach blue ties for all Loop 1 cables.

2. Attach yellow ties for all Loop 2 cables.

Figure 1.0

Figure 1.1

Figure 1.2

Figure 1.3


MAIN EXTENSION CABLES

When making Extension Cable connections, make sure you align the molded arrows. If they are difficult to push together, check the condition of the pins. For each Loop (1 for Single; 2 for Dual):

1. Connect the cable from the ECU to a 10ft or 20ft MainExtension Cable.

2. Route the Main Harness Extension Cable to the implementhitch.

3. Secure the Main Harness Extension Cable to the equipment withcable ties, allowing enough slack for hitch movement.

Seed Sensor and Sensor Loop Cable Installation

1. Select a mounting location near the distributor.

Mount the Seed Sensors in the hose above the implement chassisto protect the Seed Sensors and cables from field debris damage.

The Sensor Loop Cables should not be stretched tight whenconnected.

2. Secure the Seed Sensors in the hose using metal hose clamps oneach side (Agtron Part# 400TRHS16 not included).

3. Select a seed sensor on the far left of the machine to be seedsensor #1. Leave the female plug of this sensor unplugged, butconnect the male plug to the seed sensor beside it. This will besensor #2.

4. Continue connecting seed sensor #2 to seed sensor #3 and soon, until the manifold is all connected. Attach a Sensor Loopcable to the male end of the last sensor on the first manifold.

5. Connect the male end of the Sensor Loop Cable to the femaleend of the first seed sensor on the 2nd manifold. Continue in thisfashion until you reach the far right side of the implement,leaving the male end on the last sensor unplugged.

6. Using cable ties attach all cables to the frame of the implement.Avoid pinch points such as wing & opener lift points.

Tip:

To help avoid electrical interference problems, create a figure eight shape with excess cable before securing.

Tip:

If necessary, apply heat to the hose ends in order to fit the hose over the sensor.

Figure 1.4

Figure 1.5

Figure 1.6 Figure 1.7


Y-Cable Installation

For the following installation procedures, refer to the Installation Diagrams. (Figure 1.11 & Figure 1.12)

Y-CABLE

1. Select a mounting location for the Y-Cable in the center of theimplement.

2. Secure the ring terminal of the Y-Cable to the chassis of theimplement to ground the cable.

3. Connect the Y-Cable’s male Sensor Loop Cable to Seed Sensor 1(normally located on the far left side of the implement) using SensorLoop Cables as required.

4. Connect the Y-Cable’s male Sensor Loop Cable to the last SeedSensor (normally located on the far right side of the implement)using Sensor Loop Cables as required.

Y-CABLE (MORE THAN 60 SENSORS)

1. On systems with more than 60 Seed Sensors, an additional Y-Cablemust be installed in the middle of the loop to improve powerdistribution.

2. When making Sensor Loop cable connections, make sure you alignthe molded arrows. If they are difficult to push together, check thecondition of the pins.

3. To prevent cable damage, route the cables so they follow thehydraulic hoses whenever possible.

4. Connect the blue male end of the second Y-Cable to the blue femaleend of the first Y-Cable.

1. Connect the second Y-Cable’s male and female Sensor Loopcables into the middle of the seed sensor loop (Using in place ofa Sensor Loop cable)

Figure 1.8


Figure 1.9: Installation Diagram

Item Part Number Description

1 AGD2210 AGD2110

ISOBUS Dual Loop Rate & Blockage ECU ISOBUS Single Loop Rate & Blockage ECU

2 AGD2003 CANBUS Harness

3 AGD3093 CAN Terminating Bias Circuit

5 MND2007 Manual

6 4TYWR14.0 850040001 850040002

Black Cable Ties (14.5”) Blue Cable Ties (4”) Yellow Cable Ties (4”)


Figure 1.10: Installation (Less than 60 Seed Sensors)


1 9ARTM10 9ARTM20

Main Extension Cable 10FT Main Extension Cable 20FT

2 9ARTY10 Y-Cable

3 9ARTX02 9ARTX04 9ARTX10 9ARTX20

Sensor Loop Cable 2ft (0.6m) Sensor Loop Cable 4ft (1m) Sensor Loop Cable 10ft (3m) Sensor Loop Cable 20ft (6m)

4 AGSS22 AGSS24 AGSS25 AGSS32

Seed Sensor 7/8” (22mm) Seed Sensor 15/16” (24mm) Seed Sensor 1” (25mm) Seed Sensor 1 1/4” (32mm)

5 400TRHS16 Hose clamp size 16

Tip:

Diagram dimensions are not to scale


Figure 1.11: Installation Diagram (More than 60 Seed Sensors)

Tip:

Same parts for Figure 1.12 Installation Diagram with more than 60 sensors

Tip:

Diagram dimensions are not to scale


Optional Sensor Installation

NOTE:

Sensor Breakout Harness connectors #4, 5, and 6 are for Loop 1;Connectors 7, 8, and 9 are for Loop 2 (See Figure 1.12) Refer to Appendix B for more information

Automatic Work Switch

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Shaft/Work Switch Sensor.

1. Install the Work Switch Sensor and magnet on the toolbar in a

place where the magnet and sensor are within ½” of each other

in the working position and far from each other when not

working (when the drill is up).

2. Connect the Work Switch Sensor to one of the connectors onthe Sensor Breakout Harness. Make note of the channel # on theconnector.

3. Connect the Sensor Breakout Harness in-line with the Y-Cable.(See Figure 1.13 & 1.14)

4. Turn to the Calibration portion of this manual for informationon how to set up optional sensors in the system.

Shaft Sensor

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Shaft Sensor.

1. Attach the supplied magnet to a Shaft (rotation under 1000rpm).

2. Select a mounting location for the sensor within ½” (13mm) ofthe magnet.

3. Connect the Shaft Sensor to one of the connectors on the SensorBreakout Harness. Make note of the channel # on the connector.




Fan Sensor

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Fan Sensor.

1. Mount the sensor within 1/16” (1mm) of a ferrous metal targetsuch as a bolt head. (Over 500rpm).

2. Connect the Fan Sensor to one of the connectors on the SensorBreakout Harness. Make note of the channel # on the connector.



Bin Sensor

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Bin Sensor.

1. Select a mounting location in the tank at the desired empty

product level. The Bin Sensor alarms when product does not

cover it.

2. In the selected mounting location, drill a 1/4” (6mm) hole. This

is the hole for the bin sensor cable.

3. Drill a 1/8” hole, 1 5/8” on either side of the first hole. These

are the holes for mounting the bin sensor.

4. Using needlenose pliers, take apart the Deutsch connector on the

bin sensor cable.

5. Instructions on how to take apart the connector are included in

the bin sensor kit.

6. Route the cable through the ¼” hole.

7. Put the Deutsch cable back together. (Pin 1:Red, Pin 2:Green,

Pin 3:Black)

8. Secure the Bin Sensor to the mounting location with the #8

Philips Screws provided. Depending on the thickness of the tank,

either ½” or 1” can be used.

9. Connect the Bin Sensor to one of the connectors on the Sensor

Breakout Harness. Make note of the channel number you have

selected.




Speed Sensor

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Speed Sensor.

1. Attach the supplied magnet to a wheel or shaft that turns whenthe seeder is in motion.

2. Select a mounting location for the sensor within ½” (13mm) ofthe magnet.

3. Connect the Speed Sensor to one of the connectors on theSensor Breakout Cable. Make note of the channel # on theconnector.




Figure 1.12: Installation Diagram (Sensor Breakout Cable)


1 9ARTM10 9ARTM20

ART Main Extension Cable 10FT (3M) ART Main Extension Cable 20FT (6M)

2 9ARTY10 ART Y-Cable

3 9ART036 Sensor Breakout Harness

Optional Sensors


4 9AGPS01 9AGPS02

GPS Speed Sensor (5Hz) GPS Speed Sensor (1Hz)

AGBN007 AGBN008

Bin Sensor 20FT (6M) Bin Sensor 6FT (1.8M)

9ART090 3P Deutsch to AMP CPC Radar Adapter

9ART091 3P Deutsch to AMP CPC Radar Y-Cable

AGCS001 Capacitive Proximity Sensor (Meter Sensor)

AGIND01 Inductive Fan Sensor 20FT (6M)

AGSH001 Low RPM Reed Switch Sensor 20FT (6M)

9KRT069 3P Deutsch to Relay Kit

9ART089 3P Deutsch With Bare Wire Ends


Figure 1.13: Installation Diagram (ART Loop Terminator)

The Terminator will go at the end of the second loop Sensor Breakout

cable if no Seed Sensors are installed, this is to get the monitor to

provide constant power to the loop when other sensors are installed

(i.e.: Fan, Shaft and Bin). The Monitor will recognize this as a loop

with zero seed sensors. The terminator has a red LED to indicate

power is ON.


1 9ARTM10 9ARTM20

10 FT Main Extension Cable 20 FT Main Extension Cable

2 9ART036 Toolbar Sensor Breakout Harness

3 AGRT071 ART Loop Terminator

Optional Sensors


4 9AGPS01 9AGPS02


AGBN007

AGBN008

Bin Sensor 20FT (6M)

Bin Sensor 6FT (1.8M)







9ART089 3P Deutsch with Bare Wire Ends

Tip:

A Y-Cable with the Seed Sensor connections mated together can be substituted for the terminator


System Setup and Calibration

Softkeys

Icon Function

Agtron CAN ART

Main ART (Rate/Blockage)

Master Work Switch

Calibration

Default Calibration

Unlock

Sensor Shutoff

Loop 1 and 2 Sensor Pattern

Alarm Acknowledgment

Seed Sensor Alarm Shut Off


Main ART Screen

Before operating your ISOBUS Rate and Blockage Monitoring System, there are several setup and calibration procedures that must be performed to ensure proper seed rate/blockage monitoring. If these operations are not completed, performance and accuracy will be affected.

The following settings can be configured for both loops on this screen:

Sensitivity

Seed Rate (using the Seed Rate Wizard)

Target Rate

High and Low Rate alarm values

Speed Type (type of sensor providing speed information)

Optional Sensor Info

Sensitivity Seed Rate

Wizard Target Rate Low Rate

Alarm Total Sensors

Installed

Main ART Screen Softkey

Seed Sensor Shutoff Softkey

Master Work Switch Softkey

Calibration Softkey

Speed Type

Area 1 Area 2 Seeding State

Clean Sensor

Blocked Sensor

High Rate Alarm

Figure 1.14


The Main ART screen provides information about the following:

Number of Blocked Seed Sensors

Number of Seed Sensors in need of cleaning

Number of Installed Seed Sensors

Seed Sensor Communication Errors

Status of Optional Sensors

Seeding State/Work Switch State

Speed Type

Area 1 and Area 2 Totals

Sensitivity

The Sensitivity is a required calibration for blockage monitoring. It is the minimum seeds per second the seed sensors need to detect in order to stay out of blockage alarm. The goal is to have the Sensitivity value as high as possible without giving constant blockage alarms. If a Seed Sensor measures fewer seeds per second than the Blockage Sensitivity value indicates, a blockage alarm occurs.

1. From the Main ART screen, select the red number to the right ofthe Sensitivity icon.

2. Select a Sensitivity between zero (0) and 125. See Appendix A forapproximate values.

3. To set a Sensitivity value, ensure that there are no blockages andbegin seeding.

4. Increase the Sensitivity until the monitor alarms. Then, decreasethe Sensitivity by three (3) to five (5) units at a time until themonitor no longer indicates blocked alarms.

5. Repeat for Loop 2.

Seed Rate Wizard

Seed Rate Wizard is a function that allows easy calibrations of the displayed seed rate.To set the Seed Rate Wizard:

1. Select the red number to the right of the target rate icon.

2. Enter your current seeding rate. As calibrated on your air cart.

3. Begin seeding.

4. On the Main ART screen, press the Seed Rate Wizard softkey.

Repeat for Loop 2.

Tips:

A Blockage Sensitivity value of zero (0) disables the power and alarms to the Seed Sensor Loop. The default value is 15.

Sensitivity values less than 15 require the scanning loop to run slower giving the sensors longer than one (1) second periods to count seed. This allows for Sensitivity ranges down to 1 seed/30sec.

Values below 15 are usually not necessary and may be indicative of a faulty seed sensor.

Tips:

In order for the Seed Rate Wizard to work no sensors can be blocked!

Need a Speed set in order to set Seed Rate Wizard.

Must be seeding to set Seed Rate Wizard.


High and Low Rate Alarms

If the flow rate through a seed sensor increases above its High Rate alarm value a High Rate alarm occurs; if the rate decreases below the Low Rate alarm value a Low Rate alarm occurs. The number of the seed sensor in alarm is shown to the left of the applicable icon. The number to the right of the icon indicates the current alarm value.

If Seed Rate Wizard is used, alarm values are set automatically. Low alarm at 50% of target rate and high alarm at 150% of target rate. The alarm values can also be selected and changed manually.

The value that should be set for Low and High alarms depends on the desired range. To set an alarm value:

1. On the Main ART screen, select the red number to the right ofthe High Rate Alarm icon.

2. Set the High Rate value (zero (0) disables the alarm).

3. On the Main ART screen, select the red number to the right ofthe Low Rate Alarm icon.

4. Set the Low Rate value (zero (0) disables the alarm).

See Figures 1.23 and 1.24 for the alarm screens that would appear for Loop 1 and Loop 2 low rates.

See Figures 1.25 and 1.26 for the alarm screens that would appear for Loop 1 and Loop 2 high rates.

Blocked Seed Sensors

If a seed sensor becomes blocked the number of the seed sensor is displayed to the left of the Blocked Seed Sensors icon. If more than one sensor is blocked at the same time the display scrolls through the numbers of all blocked sensors. The bar graph to the right of the Blocked Sensors icon provides a graphical representation of the number of sensors currently blocked in percentage.

See Figure 1.21 for the alarm screen that would appear for loop 1, with 7 blocked sensors.

See Figure 1.22 for the alarm screen that would appear for loop 2, with 7 blocked sensors.

Installed Seed Sensors

The number to the right of the Installed Seed Sensors icon indicates the number of seed sensors that are currently installed on the system. Verify this number corresponds to the number of seed sensors that were installed on the drill. If the number is different, consult the troubleshooting table at the back of this manual.


Clean Seed Sensor

If a seed sensor detects that it requires cleaning the number of the seed sensor is displayed to the left of the Clean Seed Sensors icon. If more than one seed sensor requires cleaning at the same time the display scrolls through the numbers of all the seed sensors requiring cleaning. The bar graph to the right of the Clean Seed Sensors icon provides a graphical representation of the number of sensors currently needing cleaning.

To clean a sensor use a wet rag or bottle brush inside the metal tube.

Figure 1.15 - Communication Error

If a sensor detects a Communication Error, the number of the seed sensor where the error occurred is shown to the right of the Communication Error icon. (See Figure 1.15)

See Figures 1.19 and 1.20 for the alarm screens that would appear for the above example.

Tip:

If a sensor requires cleaning but is counting seeds above the Sensitivity level a Clean Alarm will not be displayed. Therefore check for a blockage when a Clean Alarm is displayed.

Communication Error at

Seed Sensor 5. Loop unable

to detect Seed Sensor 5.

Communication Error at

Seed Sensor 1. Loop unable

to detect Seed Sensor 1.


Figure 1.16:Calibration Screen

Press the calibration softkey to access the following calibration menu.

Unlock Softkey

Functions such as the Optional Sensor Channel Setup area and Default Calibration Softkey are locked by default to ensure they are not changed inadvertently. Pressing the Unlock softkey opens a password window that allows the operator to enter a password. The password is 11111.

Default Calibration softkey

Pressing the Default Calibration Softkey resets the system to factory default values and settings. The Default Cal Softkey only becomes available after the screen is unlocked using a password available from Agtron Service.

Tip:

If ECU Voltage is too low (less than the line indicator) the ECU will not save calibrations.

Main ART Screen Softkey

Seed Sensor Shutoff Softkey

Master Work Switch Softkey

Calibration Softkey

Default Calibration

Softkey

System Current Battery

Voltage

Units of Measurement ECU Voltage

SPI Communication

Implement Width

Speed Cal #

Min. Speed

Test Speed

Fan 1 & 2 High Alarm Fan 1 & 2

Low Alarm

Row Count (Loop 1 & 2)

Seed Delay (Loop 1 & 2)

Current Overload

(Loop 1 & 2)

Fan 1 & 2 Targets

Distance Check

Accumulated Distance Shaft

Targets

Shaft High Alarm

Shaft Low Alarm

Unlock Softkey

Optional Sensor Channel Setup


Master and External Toolbar Work Switches

The Master and External Toolbar Work Switches are used to enable operation of the CAN ART system as well as functions on other Agtron systems that may be in use (e.g. dry product and liquid product application systems). Depending on the requirements, either the Master Work Switch (operated from the VT screen), or an External Toolbar Work Switch (that detects when the implement is in the ground), or both, may be used.

Setting up the Master Work Switch

The Master Work Switch is a Softkey located on all screens. When the area of the Softkey surrounding the icon is white the Master Work Switch is disabled. In this mode the system is disabled—regardless of the position of the toolbar.

Softkey System Condition

Disabled

Enabled

When the area of the Softkey surrounding the icon is green the system is enabled. If the system is NOT equipped with a toolbar Work Switch, alarms will be enabled as soon as the implement speed exceeds the minimum speed setting.

Setting up an External Work Switch

An External Toolbar Work Switch is a toolbar sensor that detects whether the toolbar is up (out of the ground) or down (in the ground). There are two different External Toolbar Work Switch icons: One indicates an External Toolbar Work Switch that connects to the CAN ART ECU; the other indicates an External Toolbar Work Switch that connects to another Agtron ECU (Aircart or NH3).

External Work Switch icon

Type

Toolbar Work Switch sensor selected.

(Used if the External Toolbar Work Switch is connected

to the CAN ART ECU)

External Agtron Toolbar Work Switch selected.

(Used if the External Work Switch is connected to another Agtron ECU)


If the system is equipped with a Toolbar Work Switch (typical), alarms will be enabled as soon as:

the External Toolbar Work Switch Sensor detects that thetoolbar is in the ground (indicated by the Seeder Down iconon the Main screen)

AND

A speed signal is present and minimum speed has beenreached

Use the following procedure to setup an External Work Switch on the channel selected during installation:

1. Select the Calibration Softkey.

2. Select the Unlock Softkey.

3. Enter the password (11111) then the accept softkey.

4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that thework switch sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 –7,8,9)

5. Select the proper icon from the drop down menu.

Implement Width

Displays, and enables setting of, the Implement Width:

1. Select the Calibration Icon.

2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right of

theWidth icon.

3. Enter the width value in inches (or millimeters if the system isconfigured for METRIC units).

Row Count

Enter the total number of openers on the seeder.


2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right ofthe Row Count icon.

3. Enter a value between one (1) and 120. The row value is the totalnumber of openers on the seeder for each Loop. Loop 1 is theleft column, Loop 2 is the right column. This allows for accurateseed rate calculations.


Seeder UP

Seeder DOWN

Tip:

For an External Toolbar Work Switch to enable alarms the Master Work Switch must also be enabled.

Tip:

If your machine is 60 feet wide, multiply 60 X 12 inches per foot = 720 inches. Enter “720”.


Seed Delay

The Seed Delay allows the user to setup a delay in seconds from when the system detects a blockage to when the system will alarm when the Work Switch is on:


2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right ofthe Seed Delay icon.

3. Enter the desired seed delay time in seconds for each loop. Loop1 is the left column, Loop 2 is the right column.

Minimum Speed

The Min Speed setting disables seed rate and blockage alarms when the implement slows to a speed less than the Minimum Speed setting. A Low Cart speed alarm will still occur.

1. Select the Calibration icon.

2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right ofthe Minimum Speed icon.

3. Enter the minimum seeding speed. (MPH or KPH depending onVT units selected.

Setting Up Speed Sensor

Whether you are using a wheel speed sensor or GPS speed, you will need to calibrate the speed sensor to ensure proper speed is being used by your CAN ART ECU.

Distance Check/Accumulated Distance

When a Speed Sensor is attached, distance travelled accumulates in feet (meters). Pressing the Distance Check button clears the Accumulated Distance.

1. On the Main ART screen, press the Calibration key, then theDistance Check icon.

2. Accumulated Distance changes to 0.0.

Speed Cal Number

The Speed Cal Number is used if Speed Sensor is installed. The Speed Cal number is the distance travelled per pulse received from the sensor. To calibrate the Speed Cal Number:


2. Press the Distance Check icon. Accumulated Distance should change to 0.0.

Tip:

Set this value slightly lower than your typical seeding speed to cancel blockage alarms when slowing down for turns.


3. Measure and drive a known distance.

4. Enter the distance driven in feet (meters) in the AccumulatedDistance field. This is the red number to the right of theDistance Check icon.

5. The Speed Cal number will automatically change.

6. Your speed sensor is now calibrated.

Test Speed

Test speed is a valuable tool you can use when performing diagnostics. It supplies a speed signal that simulates the forward motion of the tractor and implement.


2. Press the red number to the right of the Test Speed icon.

3. Enter a value between 0 and 15.5 MPH. (0 and 25 KPH)

Speed Type

The Speed Type setting allows you to select and use any of the following speed inputs: A radar speed device on the commodity cart (ECU), a GPS speed input or wheel speed sensor on the tractor, or a ground speed signal from the tractor computer system.

1. On the Main ART screen, select the Speed Type icon.

2. Select the appropriate Speed Type for your system.

Area 1 and Area 2

There are two tools to use when calculating planted acres: Area 1 and Area 2. Use the following procedure to reset them in preparation for totalizing planted acres:

1. Press the Area 1 softkey to reset the Field Acres/Hectares total to zero.

2. Press the Area 2 softkey to reset the Total Acres/Hectares total to zero.

Symbol Speed Type Description

Test Speed Speed you would normally drive while seeding

Slave ECU Speed Speed Sensor connected to CAN ART ECU

External Agtron Speed Speed Sensor connected to secondary ECU (NH3)

ISO Ground Speed Speed input from the VT

ISO Wheel Speed Speed input from the VT

Note:

A speed sensor needs to be installed in order to use the Area Counting Functions.


Setting Up Fan Sensor

Fan Sensor Channel Setup

Use the following procedure to setup a Fan Sensor on the channel selected during installation:




4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that thefan sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 – 7,8,9)

5. Select either Fan1 or Fan2 icon from the drop down menu.

Fan Targets Use the following procedure to set Fan Targets to the total number of register points on the fan that pass in front of the fan sensor each revolution. The left column are the settings for Fan 1, the right column is for Fan 2.


2. Press the red number to the right of the Fan Targets icon.

3. Enter the required number of Fan Targets.

Setting Fan High and Fan Low Alarms

The Low and High Fan alarm setting depends on the desired operational range.


2. Press the red number to right of the Fan High icon.

3. Enter the alarm value in RPM.

4. Repeat the procedure to enter the Fan Low alarm value.

5. See Figures 1.40 & 1.41 for examples of Fan Low alarms.

6. See Figures 1.42 & 1.43 for examples of Fan High alarms.

Tip:

If the Fan RPM registers a lower or higher number than you expect, you may need to change the Fan Target value for correct RPM reading.

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Setting Up Shaft Sensor

Shaft Sensor Channel Setup

Use the following procedure to setup a Shaft Sensor on the channel selected during installation:




4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that theshaft sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 – 7,8,9)

5. Select Shaft1 to Shaft4 icon from the drop down menu.

Shaft Targets

Use the following procedure to set Shaft Targets to the total number of register points that pass in front of the sensor each revolution.


2. Press the red number to the rigt of the Shaft Targets icon.

3. Enter the required number of Shaft Targets.

Shaft High and Shaft Low Settings

The Low and High end of the Shaft Alarm settings depends on your desired operational range.

1. Selct the Calibration Icon.

2. Press the red number to the righ of the Shaft High icon.

3. Enter the alarm value in RPM.

4. Repeat the procedure to enter the Shaft Low alarm value.

5. See Figures 1.32 – 1.35 for examples of Shaft Low alarms.

6. See Figures 1.36 – 1.39 for examples of Shaft High alarms.


Setting Up Bin Sensor

Use the following procedure to setup a Bin Sensor on the channel selected during installation:




4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that thebin sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 – 7,8,9)

5. Select Bin1 to Bin4 icon from the drop down menu.

6. See Figures 1.28 – 1.31 for examples of Bin alarms.

Figure 1.18 - Sensor Assignments

Six Sensor Channels are shown on the Calibration screen. Sensor Channels 4, 5, and 6 are assigned to Loop 1; Sensor Channels 7, 8, and 9 are assigned to Loop 2. The following table shows the icons for sensors that can be assigned to these channels (the X icon indicates no sensor is assigned):

Symbol Sensor Type

Bin Level Sensor 1-4

Auxiliary Sensor 1-4

Fan Sensor 1 or 2

Speed Sensor

Shaft Sensor 1-4

Work Switch

None


Sensor Logic

The logic of each Sensor Channel is configurable as Normal or Inverted. Logic is the expected output when the sensor is activated. For example, logic determines whether an action is initiated when a switch closes or when it opens. Sensor Logic is preset from the factory, but if a sensor is added for some purpose, the logic must be configured. Use this procedure to set sensor logic:




4. At the bottom of the screen, select the icon to the right of thechannel number.

5. Select either normal (Closed Circuit) or Inverted (Open Circuit)

Units of Measurement

Set units to Metric, Imperial or US on the VT before entering Agtron software.

Icon System

Metric

Imperial

US


Current Overload

To the right of the Current Overload icon a bar graph provides an indication of the electrical current being drawn by each loop. If the current exceeds a preset value an alarm is initiated. Loop 1 is the left column, Loop 2 is the right column.

SPI Communication

The SPI Communication bar graph (located at the bottom left of the Calibration screen) indicates whether the CAN ART ECU is communicating properly. The bar graph should indicate higher than the red line.

ECU Voltage

ECU Voltage is the voltage measured at the CAN ART ECU itself. This indicates whether adequate voltage is being received by the ECU to operate properly. The bar graph should indicate a voltage that is greater than the red line.

Battery Voltage

Battery Voltage is the voltage measured by the ISOBUS system at the tractor. It indicates whether the Battery Voltage is high enough to operate the system properly. The bar graph should indicate a voltage that is greater than the red line.

Current

The Current bar graph indicates the total current being drawn by the system.

Note:

See Figure 1.16 for location of these bar graphs on the Calibration Screen.


Figure 1.17 - Seed Sensor Shutoff Screen

Press the Seed Sensor Shutoff softkey to access the following calibration screen.

Seed Sensor Shutoff allows you to:

1. Shut off problematic seed sensors to continue seeding withoutinterruption.

2. Shut off seed sensors that you don’t want seed or fertilizer goingthrough.

3. Shut off seed sensors for Tram lines

Sensor Off Sensor On

Loop 1 Seed Sensor Shutoff

Loop 2 Seed Sensor Shutoff

Loop 1 Seed Sensor Pattern

Softkey

Loop 2 Seed Sensor Pattern

Softkey


Loop 1 and 2 Seed Sensor Pattern

Loop 1 and Loop 2 Sensor Pattern Softkeys allow you to switch between patterns each time the Softkey is pressed. There are three different options:

1. All sensors on (showing all O pattern)

2. First Sensor off (showing XOXO pattern)

3. First Sensor on (showing OXOX pattern)

OR

Manual Shutoff can be done when the sensor is pressed (O or X) and a drop down appears. There are three different options:

1. Tram Channel 1

2. Tram Channel 2

3. X to turn off


Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Figure 1.18 - System Alarms

ICON ALARMS ICON ALARMS

Fan Alarm RPM Low Alarm

Aux Alarm RPM High Alarm

Bin Alarm Bin Low

Battery Voltage Alarm High Voltage Alarm

Shaft Alarm Low Voltage Alarm

Low Cart Speed Alarm Current Overload Alarm

Art Loop Alarm Blocked Seed Run Alarm

Low Seed Rate Alarm High Seed Rate Alarm

Loop Communication Failure Alarm

SPI Communication Failure Alarm

Alarm Screens

Alarm screens appear when an alarm condition occurs. The alarm screen will override any screen you are currently viewing on your Virtual Terminal. (You do not have to be viewing the Agtron page for an alarm to alert you) On these screens:

Determine which alarm has occurred

Get additional information about the sensor or system in alarm

Acknowledge the alarm condition

Enable or disable the Master Work Switch

Shutoff the alarm condition





Alarm showing a communication error

at sensor 5 on loop 1. Alarm showing a communications error at Seed

Sensor 1 on Loop 2.

Alarm showing 7 blocked Seed Sensors on

Loop 2.

Alarm showing 7 blocked Seed Sensors on

Loop 1.

Alarm showing 3 Seed Sensors sensing a low seedrate

on Loop 1.

Alarm showing 5 Seed Sensors sensing a low seedrate

on Loop 2.



Figure 1.27


Alarm showing 4 Seed Sensors sensing a high seedrate

on Loop 1.

Alarm showing 6 Seed Sensors sensing a high seedrate

on Loop 2.

Alarm showing the system has not reached minimum

speed to enable alarms.

Alarm showing that Bin 1 is empty. Alarm showing that Bin 2 is empty.





Alarm showing that Bin 3 is empty. Alarm showing that Bin 4 is empty.

Alarm showing that Shaft 1 has low RPM. Alarm showing Shaft 2 has low RPM.

Alarm showing Shaft 3 has low RPM. Alarm showing that Shaft 4 has low RPM.



Alarm showing Shaft 1 has high RPM. Alarm showing Shaft 2 has high RPM.

Figure 1.38

Alarm showing Shaft 3 has high RPM.

Figure 1.39

Figure 1.40

Alarm showing Fan 1 has low RPM.

Figure 1.41

Alarm showing Fan 2 has low RPM.

Alarm showing Shaft 4 has high RPM.



Alarm showing Fan 1 has high RPM. Alarm showing Fan 2 has high RPM.


Figure 1.20 - Troubleshooting Table

Type of Problem Symptom/Diagnostic Step Action/Information

No Loop Information The Loop indicated is turned off. Turn Loop on, increase sensitivity > 0.

VT Displays SNR 1 ERR The ECU is not detecting any sensors. Check all the cables and connections from the ECU to sensor 1.

Bypass Sensor 1 by connecting Sensor 2 to the Sensor Loop cable from the Y-Cable.

If the message is no longer displayed… …replace Sensor 1.

If the problem persists… …connect a Seed Sensor directly to the Y-Cable maleSensor Loop Cable.

If you get a SNR 2 ERR… …replace the Sensor Loop Extension Cable betweenthe Y-Cable and Seed Sensor 1.

If the problem persists… …connect the Y-Cable and a sensor directly to the ECU.

If you get a SNR 2 ERR… …replace the Main Extension Cable.

If you get a SNR 1 ERR… …replace the Y-Cable.

If problem persists… …contact Agtron Service.

VT displays SNR # ERR one number above total sensors installed

The ECU is reading an incorrect number of sensors.

Check all the cables and connections from the last sensor to the ECU.

Bypass the last sensor by connecting the second last

sensor to the Sensor Loop Cable to the Y-Cable.

If the message is no longer displayed… …replace the last sensor in the loop.

If the problem persists… …connect a Seed Sensor directly to the Y-Cable.

If you get a SNR 2 ERR… …replace the Y-Cable.

If you get a SNR 1 ERR… …replace the Sensor Loop Extension Cable betweenthe Y-Cable and the last Seed Sensor.

Tip:

When bypassing a sensor, remember the seed sensor count will be one less than before.


Type of Problem Symptom/Diagnostic Step Action/Information

VT displays SNR # ERR The ECU is detecting an error on the

indicated sensor #.

Take note of the indicated sensor number.

Inspect the Sensor Loop Cables in the indicated Seed Sensor number location for damage.

Replace or bypass any damaged cables.

If the problem persists… Bypass the indicated Seed Sensor number. This is done by unplugging the seed sensor and plugging in the cables of the seed sensor before and after together. The seed sensor count will be one less than before.

If the message is no longer displayed… …replace the bypassed seed sensor.

If the problem persists… …bypass the seed sensor before the indicated sensornumber error.


If the problem persists… …check the Sensor Loop Cable connecting the seedsensors together, swap the Sensor Loop Cable with

another Sensor Loop Cable.

If the message is no longer displayed… …replace the Sensor Loop Cable.

Blocked Sensors The sensor indicated is blocked. Clean blockage from indicated run.

If the indicated run is not blocked… …verify the Sensitivity is not set too high.

Check inside the distribution towers for any foreign material. This may cause blockages to move from sensor to sensor.


…trade that sensor with one in another position.



VT displays SNR # CLN This indicates that the optical detectors inside the sensor tube are dirty.

Take note of the indicated seed sensor number.

Clean the indicated seed sensor with warm water and a bristle pipe brush.

If the problem persists… …bypass the indicated seed sensor.


VT displays AMP Overload This indicates that there is too large of a power draw on the indicated sensor loop number.

Check all cables.

This is most likely a short in the Sensor Loop indicated.

Remove one tower or cable at a time until the message disappears.

Replace the last removed part.

Calibration settings are lost The CAN ART system is not getting the

proper voltage.

Check the voltage to the system is greater than 10

volts.

Electrical surges due to faulty electrical system.

Check the tractor battery cables, connection to the starter and alternator.

If the problem persists… …send the ECU head to Agtron for repair.


Type of Problem Symptom/Diagnostic Step Action/Information Speed sensor installed, but no speed showing

This indicates that the speed sensor is not on the proper sensor channel.

OR…

The magnet is too far from the sensor.

Channels 4, 5, and 6 are dedicated to Loop 1 using the Sensor Breakout Cable. Channels 7, 8, and 9 are

dedicated to Loop 2 using the Sensor Breakout Cable.

Make sure the sensor is within ½” of the magnet.

If the problem persists… …contact Agtron Service.

VT displays ERR alarms when one loop is disabled, but no alarms when both loops are enabled

This indicates Loops connected but cables are crossed either going to sensor 1 or coming back from the last sensor.

Carefully trace one Loop of sensors to determine where the cables are crossed.

Switch the incorrect connections to make two independent loops.

Intermittent Communication Errors (Random Communication errors)

For stationary system testing. Check all cables for stretching or pinching. Clean any connections that may have been left open and re-apply silicone grease (Agtron part number 850039001). Look for damaged cable jackets from over-tightened tie-straps.

Spray sensors with water if indication that the system fails after rain. Try to spray the sensor body where the cables join.

Disconnect the last Seed Sensor output cable from the extension.

Disconnect tower #2 from tower #1 and check the diagnostic message. For example, if there are 10 sensors on tower #1, there should be an error showing no connection to sensor 11.

Reconnect tower #2 to tower #1.

Disconnect tower #3 from tower #2 and check the diagnostic message.

Repeat for all towers.

Reconnect the last sensor output cable to the extension. The loop should now be complete, with no errors.

Set the blockage Sensitivity to mid-point. For example, if the range is 1 to 100, set it to 50.

Make sure the fan is off. Verify that each sensor reads as blocked on the second cycle.

Intermittent Communication Errors (Random Communication errors)

Errors occur only when seeding (will need two 20ft Sensor Loop Extension Cables Agtron part# 9ARTX20).

Bypass all the towers except tower #1 and check for reliable operation while seeding. Bypass individual Seed Sensors until reliable operation is achieved.

Add tower #2 and check for reliable operation. Bypass individual Seed Sensors until reliable operation is achieved.

Repeat for all towers.

If a reliable loop cannot be made with a single Seed Sensor, replace the main extensions, Y -Cable and Sensor Extensions.


Appendix

Appendix A: Parts List

Part Number Description

AGD2210 AGD2110

CAN ART Dual Loop ECU CAN ART Single Loop ECU

AGD2003 CANBUS Harness

AGD3093 CAN Terminating Bias Circuit

MND2007 Manual

4TYWR14.0 850040001 850040002

Black Cable Ties (14.5”) Blue Cable Ties (4”) Yellow Cable Ties (4”)

9ARTM10 9ARTM20

Main Extension cable 10FT (3M) Main Extension cable 20FT (6M)

9ARTY10 ART Y-Cable

9ARTX02 9ARTX04 9ARTX10 9ARTX20

ART Sensor Loop Cable 2FT (0.6M) ART Sensor Loop Cable 4FT (1M) ART Sensor Loop Cable 10FT (3M) ART Sensor Loop Cable 20FT (6M)

AGSS22 AGSS24 AGSS25 AGSS32

ART Seed Sensor 7/8” (22mm) ART Seed Sensor 15/16” (24mm) ART Seed Sensor 1” (25mm) ART Seed Sensor 1 1/4” (32mm)

400TRHS16 Hose clamp size 16

9ART036 Toolbar Sensor Breakout Harness

Optional Sensors


9AGPS01 9AGPS02


AGBN007 AGBN008

Bin Sensor 20FT (3M) Bin Sensor 6FT (1.8M)







9ART089 3P Deutsch with Bare Wire Ends

AGRT071 ART Loop Terminator


Appendix B: Optional Sensor

This section describes the optional sensors that can be added to the cart.

See installation diagrams on pages 18 and 19

Bin Sensor- AGBN007/AGBN008

Infrared bin level sensor 5 ½”x 1 ½” x 1 ¾”, mounts using 2 x #8 Phillips screws – 32 x 1/2”

or 32 x 1” (included), 2 x P-Clips and 2 x #10 self-tapping screws ¾” x 3/16” (included for

cleaning up cable), 6FT or 20FT cable with 3 pin DTM series Deutsch connector.

Shaft/Speed/Work Switch Sensor – AGSH001

Low RPM Reed Switch Sensor ½” diameter, mounts using ½” P-clip and #10 self-tapping

screw ¾” x 3/16” (included), 3/16” P-clip and #10 self-tapping screw ¾” x 3/16” (included

for cleaning up cable), 2 x magnet .950” x .500” x .125” (included), 20FT cable with 3 pin

DTM series Deutsch connector.

Fan Sensor- AGIND01

Inductive Proximity Sensor ½” diameter, mounts using ½” mounting bracket (not included),

½” P-clip and #10 self-tapping screw ¾” x 3/16” (included for cleaning up cable), 20FT

cable with 3 pin DTM series Deutsch connector.

Meter Sensor- AGCS001

Capacitive Proximity Sensor 18mm, mounts using 18mm mounting bracket (not included),

6FT cable with 3 pin DTM series Deutsch connector.

GPS Speed Sensor- 9AGPS01/9AGPS02

GPS Speed Sensor 2 ½” diameter, bottom plate on the receiver provides a magnetic mount or

2 x dual lock Velcro (included), 10FT cable with 3 pin DTM Deutsch connector.

Signal Line Inverter/Adapter (Relay)- 9KRT069

Relay mounts using #10 self-tapping screw ¾” x 3/16” (included), 2 x Butt splices for

connecting power and ground (included), 1FT cable with 3 pin DTM Deutsch connector.

Bare Wire Cable- 9ART089

Bare Wire cable allows connection of 3rd

party sensors White wire power, Red wire signal

and Black wire ground, 4FT cable with 3 pin DTM Deutsch connector.


Radar Cable- 9ART090

Radar cable uses a 4 pin CPC connector which connects to DICKEY-john's Radar II or

equivalent. A mating cable is required from the maker of the radar to mate to the 4 pin CPC

connector, the cable has a 2 position Deutsch DT series connector that allows you to select if

the radar is powered from our system or not. Power would be removed if the radar signal is

connected via a Y-Cable and is already powered by another device. To disconnect the 12V

power, the customer would remove the connector with the jumper wire and install a

connector with just sealing plugs (included), 4FT cable with DTM Deutsch connector.

Radar Y-Cable- 9ART091

Radar Y-Cable uses 4 pin CPC connectors which connects to DICKEY-john's Radar II or

equivalent. A mating cable is required from the maker of the radar to mate to the 4 pin CPC

connectors, This Y-Cable allows the radar to still be connected to a 2nd monitor. Only the

signal and ground wires are spliced into the Legend system. In this configuration, the Agtron

product does not power the radar, 4FT cable with DTM Deutsch connector.


Appendix C: Seed Sensor Sensitivity Values

Sensitivity Seeds/second Sensitivity Seeds/second

0 Loop is off 80 281

1 1 seed 30 seconds 90 539

5 1 seed 20 seconds 100 1043

10 1 seed 10 seconds 110 2019

15 1 120 4400

20 7 121 4800

30 17 122 5300

40 27 123 5800

50 44 124 6400

60 80 125 7000

70 148

Product Sensitivity


Appendix D: Conversion Factors

To convert from Imperial to Metric measurements, multiply by the following factors.



Feet Meters 0.3048

Yards Meters 0.9144


















Appendix E: Seed Densities

Seed Type Seeds/pound Seeds/kilogram

Barley: 2 row 10,000 22,050

Barley: 6 row 12,500 27,563

Bean 1,800 3,969

Buckwheat 15,000 33,075

Canola: Campestris 189,000 416,745

Canola: Napus 132,000 291,060

Canola: Polish 190,000 418,950

Corn 1,200 2,646

Fababean 1,150 2,536

Fall Rye 14,000 30,870

Flax 76,000 167,580

Lentil 10,300 22,712

Mustard 245,000 540,225

Oats 12,500 27,563

Peas 2,550 5,623

Rice 18,500 40,793

Safflower 12,500 27,563

Soybean 3,400 7,497

Sunflower 3,100 6,836

Triticale 10,150 22,381

Wheat: Hard Red 13,300 29,327

Wheat: CPS 11,400 25,137

Wheat: Durum 10,500 23,153

Wheat: Extra Strong 10,500 23,153

Wheat: Soft White 13,400 29,547

Fertilizer

Ammonium Nitrate 48,400 106,704

Ammonium Phosphate 29,600 65,257

Potash 18,300 40,345

Urea 37,800 83,335


Appendix F: Sensor Breakout Connector Pin-out

Appendix G: DSUB Connector Pin-out

Pin # Signal

A1 Battery Negative

A2 Battery Positive

1 ECU GND

2 ECU PWR(12V)

3 CAN H

4 Not used-Do Not Connect

5 CAN L

Appendix H: DTM Connector Pin-out

Pin # Color Signal

1 White Power

2 Red Signal

3 Black Ground

Pin # Color Use

1 Grey Shield

2 Black Ground

3 Yellow Seed Sensors (do not use)

4 Green Seed Sensors (do not use)

5 Brown Loop 1 – Sensor Channel 4 Loop 2 – Sensor Channel 7

6 Red Loop 1 – Sensor Channel 5 Loop 2 – Sensor Channel 8

7 White 12 Volt Power

8 Blue Seed Sensors (Do Not Use)

9 Violet Seed Sensors (Do Not Use)

10 Orange Loop 1 – Sensor Channel 6 Loop 2 – Sensor Channel 9

Deutsch - DTM06-3S

Deutsch - DTM04-3P- Mating Connector

When looking at the cable arrows are at the top.

CAN-NH3/CAN-Liquid Monitoring Systems

Operator’s Manual MND230601 for Software

Revision 3.03

Safety Instructions

CAN-NH3/CAN-Liquid - Operator’s Manual Page 3

Recognize and Understand the Safety Symbols in this manual

A reminder of safety practices or attention to unsafe practices which could result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

A hazard exists which could result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

An extreme inherent hazard exists which could result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

Follow safety Instructions Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on machine safety decals. Keep safety decals in good condition. Replace

missing or damaged safety decals. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety decals. Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction. Keep the machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life and thus void the

warranty.

Operate Safely Do not make adjustments while the machine is in motion. Do not enter the tank unless another person is present and hydraulic hoses are disconnected from the tractor. Operate the machine from the tractor seat only. Keep hands and fingers away from hinge area when positioning meter. Lock meter in storage position before operating in the

field. Clear the area around the machine before raising or lowering the machine or wings. Stop the tractor on level ground when rising or lowering wings. Do not operate with wings raised. To improve stability, travel

through the field with the wings unfolded. Fold wings to transport position just before leaving the field and entering a roadway.

Do not operate close to the edge of a ditch, creek, gully or steep embankment. Avoid holes, ditches and obstructions which may cause tractor, cart or seeding tool to roll over, especially on hillsides. Avoid sharp turns on hillsides. Slow down when turning or traveling over rough ground, and when turning on inclines. Shut off the tractor and shift to Park or set brakes when leaving the tractor. Remove the key when leaving the tractor

unattended.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE. Learn how to operate and service the machine correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.


If you do not understand the information in this manual, or if you have any questions, contact Agtron Enterprises Inc. Customer Service.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell it. Agtron Enterprises Inc. reserves the right to alter illustrations and technical data contained in this manual. The contents of this manual are the intellectual property Agtron Enterprises Inc. All use and/or reproduction not specifically

authorized by Agtron Enterprises Inc. are prohibited. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of

publication. Agtron Enterprises Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

WARNING! Take care if welding on the frame of cart of planting system. Ensure that no power is applied to the ECU. Unplug the main harness from the tractor and properly ground the welder. Connect the welder ground cable as close as possible to the weld area.

ATTENTION! Low battery or alternator voltage can cause system errors.

WARNING! Be careful when testing NH3 systems. Be sure to clear the area of people and pets. While testing, wear proper protective clothing and eyewear. Always position yourself up-wind while testing.

NOTICE! Depending on the processing speed of the virtual terminal, there may be a delay in function changes when a soft key is pressed. Pressing a soft key several times quickly may initiate multiple functions on several screens. Allow time between pressing soft keys to ensure the virtual terminal has time to respond.

NOTICE! When operating product meters in test mode (Test Speed), be sure to open the access door under the meter, or run the fan, to prevent material from building up and stopping the meter.

ATTENTION! Ensure that the virtual terminal is updated with the latest version of its software from its manufacturer.

Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

About ISOBUS .................................................................................... 5 Alarms .................................................................................................. 8 Pre-Calibration Setup....................................................................... 10 Calibrations ....................................................................................... 20 Operation ........................................................................................... 24 Conversion Factors ........................................................................... 28 Warranty Guidelines ........................................................................ 30

About ISOBUS


About ISOBUS

What is ISOBUS?

Agtron’s CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid systems are based on the ISO 11783 standard, sometimes also referred to as ISOBUS. ISOBUS is based on a communications standard that enables a variety of agricultural electronics systems to talk to each other. Its purpose is to integrate all current and future farm functions by standardizing communication between tractor and implement.

ISOBUS Virtual Terminals and Features

Several companies manufacture ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminals. Although the locations and types of controls may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, all terminals use the same icons to represent the main functions.

Check www.agtronservice.com for the latest ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminals.

Using Virtual Terminals with the ISOBUS System

Any ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminal (VT) should be able to communicate with and control the CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid ECU. When the VT in a tractor is connected to the ECU it downloads the “personality” information from the ECU and displays it on the VT’s screen. The central part of the screen displays information screens identically, regardless of the VT being used.

ISOBUS compatible VTs can be used to set up, operate and monitor the system, but the exact details of how to access and change values and settings may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. For example, when entering numerical values during system setup, some VTs may open a keypad-style screen. Others may assign numbers to switches around the outside of the screen. For this reason, procedures in this manual simply state “Enter the numerical value for…” Consult the manufacturer’s operating manual for the specific VT to determine the details.

Tip!For detailed information on how to operate the virtual terminal, refer to its operation manual.

An example of an NH3 screen on the VT

http://www.agtronservice.com/

Softkeys


Softkeys

The following icons select the most common system functions:

Icon Function

Agtron CAN-NH3

Agtron CAN-Liquid

Main NH3 (Home Page)

Main Liquid (Home Page)

Master Work Switch

Calibration

Default Calibration

Unlock

Product Enable

Purge NH3

Purge Liquid

Alarm Acknowledgment

Note! A “softkey” is a button or touch screen icon that, when pressed, performs a function assigned to it.

Screens


Main Screen

This is the main operating screen. While operating the system:

Turn NH3 or Liquid on and off

Monitor the actual and target NH3 or Liquid application rates

Monitor tank levels

Monitor implement speed

Reset product weight and mass totals

Enter tank % full and product weight/volume to calibrate tank weightindication

Flow meter pulses/volume

Select “soft keys” to navigate to other screens

Enable master Workswitch

Calibration Screen

This screen displays settings associated with the meter drive systems for all products. (This screen is locked and requires a password to change settings, which is typically not necessary.)

Speed CAL, implement width, X-offset, target rate, actual rate, effectiveapplication width

Target rpm, actual rpm

Drive overload current levels, Drive gains

Allowable error, Drive direction select, drive frequency, NH3 valve type

View and select the sensor type

View and select the sensor logic

Set back to default calibrations

Alarm Screens

Alarm screens appear when an alarm condition occurs. On these screens:

Determine which alarm has occurred

Get additional information about the sensor or system in alarm

Acknowledge the alarm condition

Enable or disable the Master Workswitch

Alarms


Alarms

Alarms Screens

When an alarm condition occurs the CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid software initiates an alarm notification. (The sound generated depends on the type of VT.) An alarm screen appears and displays one or more icons, which indicate the types of alarms. In some cases values are also displayed to indicate which product or sensor is related to the alarm, or other information about the alarm condition.

The following screenshot shows a typical alarm screens.

Alarm Acknowledge Softkey

Master Workswitch Softkey

NH3 Alarm

Low Rate Indicator

Rate

Product Number

Alarms


Alarm Icons The following is a list of alarms that could occur during system operation. Alarms appear as separate screens. The procedure for aknowledging alarms is based on the type of VT being used.

Icon Alarm Icon Alarm

Battery Voltage Alarm Liquid Alarm

Internal Alarm Current Overload Indicator

NH3 Alarm High Voltage Indicator

High Rate Indicator Low Voltage Indicator

Low Rate Indicator SPI Communication Indicator




The CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid system can view many critical machine functions. Before operation of the CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid system, there are several setup and calibration procedures that must be performed to ensure proper application is achieved. If these operations are not completed, performance and accuracy will be affected.

Set System of Units (Imperial, USA, Metric)

The system of units (Imperial, US, Metric) used with the CAN-NH3/CAN-Liquid system is determined by the units set on the VT, and typically will not have to be changed. However, if they must be changed, set them up on the VT before entering the CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid software. (Consult the VT manual to determine the correct procedure for setting the units.)

Tip! Ensure that the units have been set correctly in all required areas of the VT.


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The Main Screen

The Main screen (sometimes called the Home screen) is the first screen that appears after opening the CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid software. This is the primary screen used while operating the NH3 or Liquid system. It provides the key information and functions necessary for controlling and monitoring all functions.

Detailed information on how to use the Main screen is contained in the Operation section, later in this manual.

Product Enable

Product Alarms

Target Rate

Bin Level

Speed Type

Tank Level

Area Total

NH3

Workswitch

State

Alarms (see list) Toolbar WS

Up/down

Master Work Switch

Softkey

Calibration Softkey

Product Enable

Softkey

Note! Numbers shown in red are inputs and can be changed, by pressing the number itself and then entering a value.

Numbers shown in black are indications only, and cannot be changed.

NH3 Purge Softkey

Tank size Product Weight/size

Tank Weight

Total weight Accumulated

Product On/Off

System Units

SPI Communication status

System Current

ECU Voltage

Battery Voltage



Verify System of Units selection.

Check the System of Units icon near the bottom of the Main screen to confirm the correct system was previously selected. The following table shows the three possible icons that may be displayed:

Icon Sensor Type

Metric

Imperial

US

Other

Tank Level

Is the percentage of how full the NH3 or Liquid tank. The value can be changed by pressing the red number.

Tank Size

Tank size is the size of the NH3 or Liquid tank. The value can be changed by pressing the red number.

Product Weight/Volume

Product Weight/Size is actual pounds of N (nitrogen) per gallon (anhydrous ammonia (NH3) contains 4.22lbs of actual N per gallon). The value can be changed by pressing the red number. Liquid does not use this step.

Tank Weight

Tank Weight is the actual weight of your NH3 or liquid tank and is automatically calculated by Tank level x Tank size x Product Weight/size (NH3). Tank level x Tank size (Liquid).

Product Calibration Number

Product CAL number is the pulses per pound of actual N. To get this number there is a CAL number tag on your flow meter and you will need to convert that number to pulses per pound of actual N. For Liquid this will be pulses per gallon.



Select the Speed Type Input Accessible

The Speed Type Input selects the speed input signal that will be used with the system. The Speed Type setting allows you to select and use any of the following speed inputs: A radar speed device on the commodity cart (ECU), a GPS speed input or wheel speed sensor on the tractor, or a ground speed signal from the tractor computer system. Possible speed inputs include:

Tank Speed

External Agtron speed

ISO ground speed

ISO wheel speed sensor



Calibration Screen

The Calibration screen is an information screen containing settings for NH3 or Liquid control(Liquid main screen softkey and valve type icon ))

To access the Calibration screen, on the Main screen, press the

Calibration softkey . The Calibration screen appears.

The Calibration screen displays a large amount of information about the system. Values in black are typically calculated values and cannot be changed. Values in red can be changed, although the unlock password must be entered.

The following section describes each of the settings on this page:

Main Screen Softkey

Master Work Switch

Softkey

Default Calibration

Softkey

Unlock Softkey

Speed Calibration

Implement width

X-Offset

Target Rate

Actual Rate

Product Effective App. Width

Target RPM

Actual RPM

Drive A O/L Current

Drive B O/L Current

Drive Gain

Allowable Error %

Drive Direction Select

Drive Frequency

NH3 Valve Type

Product N

Note! All of the settings on this screen are locked. A password is required to unlock them. In the event that changes are required, contact Agtron Service for assistance.

Drive Direction

Sensor Select

Sensor Logic



Speed Calibration Number

When a speed sensor is attached, distance travelled accumulates in feet (meters). Calibrating the Speed Cal number ensures that the system can accurately measure speed, acreage (based on implement width), and application rate.

Implement Width Accessible

Select the number next to the Width icon.

Enter the width of the implement in inches or millimeters.

Set the Toolbar Offset Locked

Select Toolbar Offset by pressing the number beside the icon.

Enter the distance in inches or cm.

E.g. 96 inches

Target Rates Locked

Displays the Target Rate for the NH3 or Liquid on the main screen.

Actual Rate Locked

The Actual Rate is a calculated value of product application based on flow meter rate, implement width and speed.

Product Effective Application Width Locked

The Product Effective Application width is the width of the sections

Tip! If the machine is 60 feet wide, multiply 60 X 12 inches per foot = 720 inches. Enter “720”.

Note! For variable rate application using GPS the system needs to know how far the toolbar is from the rear axle of the tractor. (Even though the GPS antenna may be ahead of the tractor axle this is compensated for in the VT already.




Target RPM Locked

Target RPM is an internal value determined by the system. It is the RPM that the system has determined the flow meter must operate at to deliver the required application rate.

Actual RPM Locked

Actual RPM is the measured flow meter RPM.

Drive A and B Overload Currents Locked

Alarms are triggered if meter drives begin to draw electrical current in excess of these values.

Drive Gain Locked

Drive gain is the speed at which the valve changes to achieve the desired application rate. If the drive gain value is set too low, the valve may not respond quickly enough to maintain accurate application.

Allowable Error % Locked

The system monitors the response of the meter and triggers an alarm if it does not respond to positioning signals within an allowable error percentage.

Drive Direction Select Locked

Different NH3 or Liquid application systems use different drive polarities. This setting configures the system for forward or reverse acting polarities. Manufacturer’s specifications should list the correct polarity for the NH3 or Liquid application system.

Drive Frequency Locked

Different NH3 or Liquid application systems use different drive frequencies. Manufacturer’s specifications should list the correct drive frequency for the NH3 or Liquid application system.

NH3/Liquid Valve Type Locked

Some NH3 or Liquid application systems use one valve; others use two. Manufacturer’s specifications should list the number of valves used for the NH3 or Liquid application system



Sensor Types

The Sensor Calibration screen can have up to 2 sensor channels assigned to specific sensors. On this screen the logic setting of each of these channels can be set. (Inverted, Non-Inverted).

The following symbols represent sensor types that may be in use on the system. Typically some of these sensors will not be used:

Symbol Sensor Type

Toolbar work switch

External Agtron toolbar work switch

Speed sensor

Sensor channel inverted

Sensor channel non-inverted

No sensor selected


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Setting up Sensor Logic

The logic of each sensor channel is shown on this screen. Logic is the expected output when the sensor is activated. For example, logic determines whether an action is initiated when a switch closes or when it opens. The logic (action) of any sensor can be changed (if the screen is unlocked). Sensor logic is preset from the factory, but if a sensor is added for some purpose, its logic must be configured.

Selecting the or toggles between inverted or non-inverted signal.

Setting up Master and External Workswitches

Product application can be enabled using either the Master Workswitch (from the VT screen) or using an External Workswitch that detects when the implement is in the ground.

Setting up the Master Workswitch

The Master Workswitch is a softkey located on all screens. When the area of the softkey surrounding the icon is white the Master Workswitch is disabled. In this mode the CAN-NH3 or CAN-Liquid system is disabled—it will not apply product regardless of whether the product is enabled or the position of the toolbar.

Softkey System Condition

Disabled

Enabled

When the area of the softkey surrounding the icon is green the system is enabled. If the system is NOT equipped with a toolbar workswitch, products that have been enabled on the Main screen will be applied as soon as the implement speed exceeds the minimum speed setting.

To use the Master Workswitch softkey to enable and disable product application, the External Workswitch sensor must be disabled on the Sensor Channel Setup screen.

On the Sensor Channel Setup screen, press the icon for the External Workswitch channel.

Select None



Setting up an External Workswitch

An External Workswitch is a toolbar sensor that detects whether the toolbar is up (out of the ground) or down (in the ground). There are two different external workswitch icons used on the Sensor Channel Setup screen: One indicates an external workswitch that connects to the main ECU; the other indicates an external workswitch that connects to a slave ECU (CANART or NH3).

External Workswitch icon

Type

Toolbar workswitch sensor selected.

(Used if the external workswitch is connected

to the main ECU)

External Agtron toolbar workswitch selected.

(Used if the external workswitch is connected to the secondary ECU)

If the system is equipped with a toolbar workswitch (typical), products that have been enabled on the Main screen will be applied as soon as:

the toolbar sensor detects that the toolbar is in the ground(indicated by the Toolbar Down icon on the Main screen)AND

A speed signal is present and air cart has reached minimumspeed.

To use a toolbar sensor to enable product application when the toolbar is lowered into the ground, an External Workswitch sensor must be selected on the Sensor Channel Setup screen.

On the Sensor Channel Setup screen press the icon for the External Workswitch channel.

Select the desired toolbar workswitch icon:

Toolbar (main ECU) Workswitch

OR

External Agtron Toolbar (slave ECU) Workswitch

Ensure that this channel displays the correct polarity for the sensor selected (typically +)


Toolbar UP

Toolbar DOWN

Note! For an External Workswitch to enable product application the Master Workswitch must also be enabled.

Calibration Setup


Calibrations

Main Screen

This section describes how to calibrate NH3 or Liquid application rate.

Numbers in red are input numbers that can be modified

Numbers in black are displayed output numbers that cannot bemodified

Be sure to clear area and accumulated weight before beginningany calibration

Product

Enable

Product

Alarms

Target

Rate

Bin

Level

Speed Type

Tank Level

Area Total

Workswitch

State

Alarms (see list)

Toolbar WS

Up/down

Master Work Switch

Softkey

Calibration

Softkey

Product Enable

Softkey

NH3 Purge

Softkey

Product Weight/size

Product On/Off

System Units

SPI Communication

status

System Current

ECU Voltage

Battery Voltage

Main Screen

Softkey


Tank size Tank Weight

Product Calibration #

Liquid Purge

Softkey

Calibration Setup


Tank Fill Calibration

The Tank Fill indications are calibrated by providing information about the weight/volume characteristic of the product in the tank, and how full the tank currently is (in percent). The system uses these values to calculate the current weight in the tank. While seeding, the system monitors the application rate and continuously subtracts it from the current weight in the tank, maintaining a current tank fill indication.

Tank Fill calibrations are done from the Main screen for the product being calibrated.

Step 1. Reset Product Totals

The Product Area Total displays the number of acres to which product has been applied since the last time it was reset

The Product Mass Total displays the total number of pounds or kilograms that have been applied since the last time it was reset.

On the appropriate Product screen:

Press the Product Area Total button to reset the total to zero.

Press the Product Mass Total button to reset the total to zero.

Step 2. Enter the current tank level (%)

Select the number next to the Tank Level icon.

Enter the current level of product in the tank in %.

Step 3. Enter the Product Weight/Volume Units

Select the number next to the Product Weight/Volume Unit icon.

Enter the weight/volume value of the product in the bin.

The tank weight is automatically calculated and displayed under the Tank Weight icon.

NH3 Calibration

Liquid Calibration

Note! This step is not in the CAN-Liquid setup

Calibration Setup


Step 4. Product Calibration Number

Locate the Calibration Number Tag on your flow meter

Note the units of your flow meters Cal Number. Depending on if NH3 or Liquid and the brand of flow meter, the units may be given in:

Pulses per pound of product

Pulses per 10 gallons of liquid

Pulses per gallon of liquid

Other

Using the units used on your flow meter, create a formula to convert the value of the Cal Number Tag to pulses per pound of actual N. (See Example) For Liquid, value is pulses per gallon.

Example:

For this example a typical Raven flow meter will be used:

The flow meter tag indicates it generates 710 pulses per 10 gallons of liquid

If there are 4.22 lbs of actual N per gallon:

710 pulses X 1 gallon = 16.82 pulses/lb(N) 10 gallons 4.22lbs(N)

The result is the Product Calibration Number

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Note:

Anhydrous ammonia (NH3) contains 4.22lbs of actual N per gallon

Your flow meter should have a tag that indicates the number of pulses per unit volume or weight of the liquid flowing through it

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Calibration Setup


Checking and fine tuning NH3 or Liquid Calibration

To check the calibration of the NH3 or Liquid controllers:

Once the product Cal value has been entered and other functions on the screen are set apply one tank of NH3 or Liquid in the field

Calculate the actual application rate per acre using the tare weight of the tank (NH3 or Liquid used) and the total acres covered

Compare the actual application rate with your desired application rate

On the Main screen select Product Cal Number

Adjust your Product Cal Number as follows:

If your actual application rate is less than your desired application rate, increase the product Cal number

If your actual application rate is greater than your desired application rate, decrease the product Cal number

If further refinement of the calibration is needed, repeat.

Purging NH3/Liquid system

The NH3 or Liquid system can be purged using the Purge softkey

On the Main screen press the purge or softkey three times (key will turn orange)

The NH3 or Liquid valves open for six seconds allowing NH3 or Liquid to flow

After six seconds verify that the purge indication on the screen shows off (button will turn white) and the flow has stopped

Note:

When calculating the amount of product used per acre, be sure to remember that one pound of NH3 is 82% nitrogen. So, if you weigh your tank after use and a total of 1000lbs has been applied, you applied 820lbs of actual N. If your rate per acre was 100lbs of actual N and you do 10 acres, you know that 1220lbs of NH3 were applied from tank, don’t panic. 1220lbs of NH3 is a total of 1000lbs of actual N. At a desired rate of 100lbs of N per acre and a total of 10 acres, you are right on target.

Liquid is in gallons/acre or litres/hectare.

When fine tuning the actual applied rate you will have to use trial and error, making slight changes to the product Cal number after applying several tanks of NH3. Typically adjust the product Cal number by only 0.1 or 0.2 each time above if rate less than desired and below if rate more than desired.

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Operation


Operation

General System Operation

System operation includes the following:

Adjusting desired application rates

Noting and responding to:

NH3 or Liquid tank level alarms

overload current alarms

Operating the Work Switch (if an automatic work switch is not being used)

Re-entering % Bin Fill values after filling NH3 or Liquid tanks

Resetting acre and total weight accumulated totals when starting a new field

Operation


Using the Main Screen

Remember: Numbers in black are indications only; Numbers in red can be changed by pressing the number and entering a new value.

Product Information Area

The Product Information Area displays:

Whether NH3 or Liquid is enabled

The target rate for NH3 or Liquid

Alarm icons (if alarms are occurring)

Bin levels associated with NH3 or Liquid

Product Enables

Product

Alarms Target Rates

Bin Levels

Speed Type

Area Total


NH3

Workswitch State Alarms (see list)

Tank Level

Product On/Off Product Cal #

Toolbar WS

Up/down

Master Work Switch

Softkey

Main Screen Softkey

Calibration Screen Softkey

Product Enable Softkey

NH3 Purge Softkey

Tank Size Product Weight/Size

Tank Weight

System Units

Liquid

Liquid Purge Softkey

Operation


Product On/Off

Individual products can be turned on and off by pressing the icon in

the left side of Product Information Area. The icon is green when the product is on and red when the product is off. When the product is off all other information on that line disappears.

Set Target Rates

Enter the Target Rates for NH3 or Liquid on the Main (Home) page. To set the Target Rate:

Select the Target Rate value of the NH3 or Liquid tank by pressing the (red) number.

Enter the Target Rate

The Target Rate is shown as a numerical value as well as on the adjacent bar graph.

Monitor Alarms

Alarm icons are displayed in the alarms area of the NH3 or Liquid box. Possible alarm icons are shown in the following table:

Symbol Sensor Type

Bin Low

RPM Low

RPM High

Current Overload

Reset Area (Acre) and Total weight accumulated

Area and Total weight accumulated can be used to monitor the acres planted. Use the following procedure to reset them in preparation for totalizing planted acres:

Press to reset the Area total to zero.

Press to reset the Total Accumulated Weight total to zero.

Operation


Begin Application

This procedure assumes that all setup and calibration steps have been completed and that the system has a toolbar workswitch installed and setup. (If there is no toolbar workswitch, the system will apply product as soon as the air cart reaches its minimum speed setting.)

In the field, on the Main screen press the red product enable buttons for each product to be applied.

The buttons turns green and the product information appears (Target Rates, Alarms, Tank Levels)

Press the numbers next to the Product buttons and enter the desired Target Rates.

Press the Master Workswitch softkey to enable the system using the manual work switch.

The Master Workswitch softkey background turns green

Lower the seeder and bring the implement up to the desired application speed.

The Workswitch Ready/Hold icon displays a green light and the Toolbar Down icon replaces the Toolbar Up icon.


Workswitch Enabled

Workswitch Disabled

Toolbar UP

Toolbar DOWN

Important! When the workswitch softkey turns green the Workswitch is ON.

Conversion Factors


Conversion Factors

To convert from Imperial to Metric measurements, multiply by the following factors.



Feet Meters 0.3048

Yards Meters 0.9144

















Tip! Refer to Flow Meter manual for charts and conversions as wrong measurements can lead to errors

Parts List


Parts List


HAD2300 Horsch Anderson NH3 ECU

HAD2500 Horsch Anderson Liquid ECU

9AD3071 Raven Accu-flow NH3 Adapter

Cable - 2 valve

9AD3099 Raven Accu-flow NH3 Adapter

Cable - 1 or 2 valve

MND230601 Manual

ISOBUS Monitoring System v3.04 Complete Operator's Manual PN 05499465

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Documents

ISOBUS Operator’s Manual for Software Revision 3 · ISOBUS compatible VTs can be used to set up, operate and monitor the system, but the exact details of how to access and change