Terminal TRACK-Leader SECTION-Control ISOBUS-TC Operating … · 2020. 5. 21. · Terminal HORSCH ISOBUS Terminal TRACK-Leader SECTION-Control ISOBUS-TC Operating Instructions. Read

Terminal HORSCH ISOBUS

Terminal TRACK-Leader

SECTION-Control ISOBUS-TC

Operating Instructions Read thoroughly before starting to operate!

Keep the operating instructions in a safe place!Art.: 80650204

07/2014

- Translation of the Original Operating Instructions -

Identification of machine Please enter the corresponding data into the following list upon reception of the machine:

Serial number: …………………………………………… Machine type: ……………………………………………. Year of construction: ……………………………………. Initial use: ………………………………………………… Accessories: ……………………………………………... …………………………………………………………….. …………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………..

Issuing date of operating instructions: 07/2014 Latest change: Valid as of software: 04.08.01

Address of dealer : Name: ...................................................................... Road: ...................................................................... Place: ...................................................................... Phone: ......................................................................

Kd. No.: Dealer: ...........................................................

Address of HORSCH: HORSCH Maschinen GmbH 92421 Schwandorf, Sitzenhof 1 92401 Schwandorf, P.O.Box 1038

Phone: +49 9431 7143-0 Fax: +49 9431 41364

E-Mail: [email protected]

Kd. No.: HORSCH: ............................................................

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Table of contents

1 Concerning your safety 10

1.1 Fundamental safety notes 10

1.2 Structure and meaning of warnings 10

1.3 Requirements on the user 11

1.4 Intended use 11

1.5 EC-Declaration of Conformity 11

2 About these operating instructions 12

2.1 Target group for these operating instructions 12

2.2 Structure of take-action instructions 12

2.3 Structure of references 12

3 Product description 13

3.1 Description of performances 13

3.2 Scope of delivery 13

3.3 System prerequisites 14

3.4 Correct interpretation of type plate data 14

4 Assembly and installation 15

4.1 Notes on retrofitting 15

4.2 Installing the terminal inside the tractor cabin 16

4.3 Ports on the terminal 17

4.4 Connecting the terminal to the ISOBUS 17

4.4.1 Checking ISOBUS compatibility 18 4.4.2 Connecting the terminal to the ISOBUS 18

4.5 Connecting the GPS-receiver to the terminal 18

5 Basics of operation 20

5.1 Becoming familiar with the operator controls 20

5.2 Using the function keys 21

5.3 Initial commissioning 23

5.4 Configuration sequence 24

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5.5 Restarting the terminal 24

5.6 Entering data 25

6 Calling up applications from the selection menu 26

6.1 Screen structure in the selection menu 26

6.2 Calling up applications 27

6.3 Dividing the screen 28

7 Configuring the terminal in the “Service” application 29

7.1 Operating elements in the “Service” application 30

7.2 Configuring basic settings of the terminal 30

7.3 Icons in the “Service” application 32

7.4 Changing the Language 32

7.5 Setting the brightness for daylight or night operation 33

7.6 Activating and deactivating applications 34

7.7 Activating licenses for full versions of the software 35

7.8 Setting the purpose of the terminal 36

7.9 Deleting files from the USB-Stick 36

7.10 Deleting pools 37

7.11 Activating the “Diagnose” function 38

7.12 Screenshots 38

7.13 CanTrace settings 40

7.14 GPS receiver 41

7.14.1 Activating the GPS-receiver 41 7.14.2 Configure GPS receiver 42

8 Application Tractor-ECU 45

8.1 Adding a vehicle profile 45

8.2 Configuring the parameters of a vehicle profile 46

8.3 Enter the position of the GPS-receiver 47

8.4 Activating vehicle profiles 50

9 Parallel driving system TRACK-Leader 51

9.1 Configure “General” settings 52

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9.2 Configuring TRACK-Leader 53

9.3 Initial commissioning 54

9.4 Structure of the start screen 55

9.5 Structure of the work screen 56

9.6 Operator controls 59

9.7 Entering data 63

9.8 Using the screen light bar 64

9.8.1 Screen light bar in graphics mode 64 9.8.2 Screen light bar in text mode 65 9.8.3 Using SECTION-View 65

9.9 Changing the layout of the work screen 66

10 Preparing the navigation 67

11 Choosing the lead mode 68

12 Starting navigation 70

12.1 Starting a new navigation 70

12.2 Continue a started navigation 70

13 Operation during work 71

13.1 Calibrating DGPS 71

13.1.1 GPS without correction signal 71 13.1.2 DGPS with correction signal 75 13.1.3 Checking the quality of the GPS-signal 75

13.2 Using lead tracks for parallel guiding 76

13.2.1 Straight lead tracks 76 13.2.2 Lead tracks as curves 77 13.2.3 Lead tracks by compass 77 13.2.4 Several lead tracks 78 13.2.5 Lead tracks as circles 78 13.2.6 Adaptive lead tracks 79 13.2.7 Deleting lead tracks 79 13.2.8 Displacing lead tracks 79

13.3 Start recording of field travel 80

13.4 Changing the SECTION-Control work mode 80

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13.5 Field border 80

13.6 Processing the headland 83

13.7 Detecting obstructions 86

14 Using data from the USB-Stick 88

14.1 Saving and loading field data 88

14.1.1 Saving field data 88 14.1.2 Loading field data 88 14.1.3 Rejecting field data 89

14.2 Viewing documented travel passes 89

14.3 Deleting fields from the USB-Stick 90

14.4 Deleting travel passes 90

15 Cooperation with other applications 91

15.1 Cooperation with the application ISOBUS-TC 91

15.2 Cooperation with job computers 91

16 Automatic section control SECTION Control Fundamentals 92

16.1 Configuring SECTION-Control 92

16.2 Parameters for SECTION-control 93

16.3 Calibrating inertia at On and inertial at Off 97

17 Order processing ISOBUS-TC 104

17.1 Fundamentals 104

17.1.1 About ISOBUS-TC 104 17.1.2 USB stick 104 17.1.3 Setting the way you use ISOBUS-TC 105 17.1.4 Starting the application ISOBUS-TC 106 17.1.5 Operating elements in the application ISOBUS-TC 107 17.1.6 Screen set-up in the application ISOBUS-TC 108 17.1.7 Exporting machine settings for the land use planning index 111 17.1.8 Managing ISO-XML master data 113

17.2 Step 1: Transferring data from the land use planning index to the terminal 115

17.2.1 Transferring data with a USB-Stick 115 17.2.2 Creating the folder “Taskdata” on the USB-Stick 115

17.3 Step 2: Choosing a task for processing 116

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17.3.1 Creating a new task on the terminal 116 17.3.2 Taking over an existing task 119

17.4 Step 3: Entering and saving task data 123

17.4.1 Entering task data 123 17.4.2 Showing task data 126 17.4.3 Saving task data 126

17.5 Step 4: Start task 128

17.5.1 Choosing the machine 129 17.5.2 Choose worker 131

17.6 Step 5: Using ISOBUS-TC during work 134

17.6.1 Entering the change of shift 134 17.6.2 Changing a set value 134 17.6.3 Choosing the phase of task processing 134 17.6.4 Evaluating the counter 135 17.6.5 Showing the counter of a machine 136 17.6.6 Documenting filling and emptying 136 17.6.7 Exiting the application ISOBUS-TC 138

17.7 Step 6: Stopping work 138

17.7.1 Stopping a task 138 17.7.2 Pausing a task 138

17.8 Step 7: Transferring tasks to the land use planning index 140

17.9 Important files on the USB-stick 140

18 Maintenance and care 142

18.1 Cleaning and servicing the terminal 142

18.2 Disposing of the device 142

18.3 Checking the software version 142

18.4 Technical data 143

18.4.1 Technical data of terminal 143 18.4.2 Pin assignment Port A 144 18.4.3 Pin assignment Port B 144 18.4.4 Pin assignment Port C 146

19 Notes 148

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1 Concerning your safety

1.1 Fundamental safety notes

Read the following safety notes thoroughly before you intend to operate the product for the first time. ▪ Before you start maintenance or repair work on the tractor you should always

disconnect the terminal from the tractor. ▪ Before you start to charge the tractor battery you should always disconnect the

terminal from the tractor. ▪ Before you perform any welding work on the tractor or a hitched up or attached

machine you should always interrupt the electric power supply to the terminal. ▪ Do not change the equipment in any unauthorized way. Impermissible changes

to or impermissible use of the machine can impair your safety and the lifetime o function of the product. Impermissible changes are changes that have not been described in the documentation of the product.

▪ Comply with all generally accepted safety related, industrial, medical and road traffic law related rules and regulations.

1.2 Structure and meaning of warnings

All safety notes you find in these operating instructions are structured in accordance with the following pattern:

WARNING

This signal word highlights dangers with medium risk, which could result in fatal or severe physical injuries if not avoided.

CAUTION

This signal word highlights dangers with low risk, which could result in minor or medium physical injuries, or material damage, if not avoided.

NOTE

This signal word highlights activities, which could cause trouble in operation, if performed incorrectly. These activities must be carried out precisely and with greatest care, in order to achieve optimal work results.

There are actions which require several steps. If there is a risk with any of these steps, the take-action instruction itself will be marked with a safety note.

The safety notes always directly precede the risky action and are characterized by bolt letters and a signal word.

1. NOTE! This is a note. It warns of a risk associated with the next step of the action.

2. Risky step of action.

Example

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1.3 Requirements on the user

▪ Learn how to operate the terminal professionally. Nobody is allowed to operate the terminal before reading these operating instructions.

▪ Read and strictly comply with all safety notes and warnings in these operating instructions and in the instructions for connected machines and equipment.

1.4 Intended use

The Horsch-Terminal is solely intended for use in agricultural applications as well as in fruit farming, viticulture and hop growing. Any other installation or use of the terminal beyond these limits is outside the area of responsibility of the manufacturer.

The manufacturer will not assume liability for damage to persons or property resulting from this. The user bears all risks associated with unintended use.

Intended use also includes the strict compliance with the operating, maintenance and repair instructions specified by the manufacturer.

The manufacturer will not assume liability for damage to persons or property resulting from this. The user bears all risks associated with unintended use.

The respective accident prevention regulations and other generally recognised safety-related, occupational medical and road traffic regulations are to be adhered to. Unauthorized changes to the equipment relieve the manufacturer from his liabili8ty.

1.5 EC-Declaration of Conformity

This product has been manufactured in conformity with the following national and harmonized standards as defined by the currently valid EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. ▪ EN ISO 14982

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2 About these operating instructions

2.1 Target group for these operating instructions

These operating instructions address persons who install and operate the terminal.

2.2 Structure of take-action instructions

Take-action instructions are step-by-step guides explaining the way certain work with the product can be executed.

In these operating instructions we have used the following symbols to identify take-action instructions:

Type of representation Meaning

1.

2.

Actions that must be carried out in succession.

⇨ Result of the action.

This will happen if you carry out an action.

⇨ Result of a take-action instruction.

This will happen after you have performed all steps.

Prerequisites.

If prerequisites are mentioned you must fulfil these prerequisites before you perform an action.

2.3 Structure of references

If references are used in these operating instructions, they will always look as follows:

Example of a reference: [➙ 12]

References are identified by square brackets and an arrow. The number after the arrow informs you about the page on which the chapter starts in which you will find further information.

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3 Product description

3.1 Description of performances

The terminal is equipped with the following components:

Interface for controlling Horsch job computers

Interface for controlling other ISOBUS job computers.

Serial interface for a GPS-antenna

USB connection

The following applications have been installed and can be used:

SERVICE - Use this application to configure the terminal. ISOBUS-UT - Interface for controlling ISOBUS job computers. The terminal

corresponds with ISOBUS-standard ISO 11783. It can be used as a Universal Terminal (UT) on all machines, which meet the ISOBUS standard specification, irrespective of the manufacturer.

Tractor-ECU - With this application it is possible to e.g. to enter the position of the GPS-receiver.

The following applications can be tested over a period of 50 hours:

TRACK-Leader - a modern system that enables the driver of an agricultural vehicle to drive in exactly parallel tracks in the field.

SECTION-Control – automatic section control Add-on module for TRACK-Leader (TRACK-Leader module is prerequisite for the SECTION-Control module)

ISOBUS-TC - This is the certified ISOBUS-Task Controller from Müller-Elektronik. With this application you can use the terminal to process all orders you have planned on the PC (the modules TRACK-Leader and SECTION-Control are strictly required for the ISOBUS-TC module)

If the test period has expired, but you would like to continue to use these

applications, these must be specially enabled.

3.2 Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery includes: ▪ Terminal ▪ Installation and operating instructions ▪ Bracket for mounting the terminal ▪ USB-Stick

Components

Software

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3.3 System prerequisites

In order to be able to use the terminal on your tractor, the tractor must meet the following requirements: ▪ The Tractor should be ISOBUS compatible. ▪ An in-cab socket would be beneficial

Use the ISOBUS connecting cable supplied with the terminal to connect the terminal to the in-cab ISOBUS socket on your ISOBUS compatible tractor. If your tractor is not ISOBUS compatible, you can retrofit it with the ISOBUS installation kit. If your scope of delivery does not include the ISOBUS installation kit or if you encounter problems with the installation, please consult your dealer or the HORSCH Customer Service.

Requirements on the land use planning index: ▪ The land use planning index must be ISO-XML compatible (ISO 11783 part 10)

3.4 Correct interpretation of type plate data

A type plate is stuck on the back of the terminal. This sticker contains information for clear identification of the product.

Please have these data at hand when you contact our Customer Service.

Type plate on the back of the terminal.

Customer number

HORSCH Art.-No.

Operating voltage

The product must only be connected to voltages within this range.

Hardware version

Software version

If you update the software, this version will no longer be valid.

Article number at Müller-Elektronik Serial number

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4 Assembly and installation

Assemble the terminal and the optional components in the following sequence:

1. Install the terminal inside the tractor cabin.

2. Connect the terminal to the in-cabin ISOBUS socket or the ISOBUS installation kit.

3. Connect the terminal to other components.

4.1 Notes on retrofitting

Notes on the subsequent installation of electric and electronic devices and/or components:

Modern agricultural machines are equipped with electronic components and parts, the function of which can be affected by the transmission of electromagnetic waves from other equipment. Such influences can lead to the endangerment of persons, if the following safety notes are not complied with.

Component selection

When choosing components pay particular attention to whether the electronic components to be subsequently installed comply with the EMC directive 2004/108/EC in its currently valid edition and that they have a CE-sign.

Responsibility of the user

In case of a subsequent installation of electric and electronic devices and/or components into a machine, with connection to the automotive wiring system you must check in your own responsibility, whether the installation will interfere with the vehicle electronics or other components. This in particular applies for electronic controls of:

EHR Front lifting gear PTO-shafts engine Gearbox

Additional requirements For the subsequent installation of mobile communication systems (e.g. radio, phone) the follow-ing requirements must additionally be fulfilled.

Only equipment which have been approved in accordance with valid country-specific regula-tions (e.g. BZT approval in Germany) may be installed.

The device must be permanently installed.

Operation of portable or mobile devices inside the vehicle is only permitted in connection with a permanently installed antenna.

The transmitting unit must be installed spatially separated from the vehicle electronics.

An antenna must be properly installed with good ground connection between antenna and vehicle ground.

For wiring and installation as well as the max. current consumption you should additionally follow the installation instructions issued by the machine manufacturer.

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4.2 Installing the terminal inside the tractor cabin

NOTE

Electromagnetic interferences Electromagnetic waves from other equipment can impair the work of the terminal.

◦ Install the terminal at least 1m away from the radio antenna or a radio set.

1. Fasten the bracket to the terminal.

Bracket

2. Fasten the terminal with the bracket in the tractor cabin. For this purpose you can e.g. use the ME base console. The basic console is not parts of the scope of delivery of the terminal. The base console is part of the scope of delivery of the basic ISOBUS equipment.

Basic console

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4.3 Ports on the terminal

Backside of terminal

Port C

Serial port RS232 for:

- GPS receiver

USB port

USB 1.1

Port A

CAN-Bus port

To connect the basic ISOBUS equipment or the in-cab ISOBUS connection cable

End cap for USB port

Protects the USB-socket against dust.

Port B

Not used

4.4 Connecting the terminal to the ISOBUS NOTE Risk of damage when using non-standard basic equipment, If you connect the terminal to non-standard basic equipment, both the terminal and the basic equipment may become damaged.

Before you connect the terminal to an existing basic equipment, you should check its conformity with ISO 11783.

Connect the terminal only to basic equipment that is compatible with the standard ISO 11783.

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4.4.1 Checking ISOBUS compatibility

when using already existing basic equipment The ISO-11783 compatible basic equipment from HORSCH is marked with the fol-lowing stickers on the ISOBUS socket:

4.4.2 Connecting the terminal to the ISOBUS

1. Plug the ISOBUS connecting cable (in-cabin or installation kit) with the 9-pin Sub-D-plug into the 9-pin socket A of the terminal.

2. Tighten the locking screws on the plug.

4.5 Connecting the GPS-receiver to the terminal

Any GPS-receiver you connect to the terminal must meet the prerequisites mentioned in the following table. GPS-receivers you can buy from Müller Elektronik, meet these requirements.

Technical prerequisites for using the DGPS receiver

Operating voltage Supply voltage for the terminal -1.5V

Current consumption Maximum 200mA (at 70 °C) without further loads from other consumers

GPS standard NMEA 0183

Upgrade and signals 5 Hz (GPGGA, GPVTG)

1 Hz (GPGSA, GPZDA)

Transfer rate 19200 Baud

Data bits 8

Parity no

Stop bits 1

Flow control none

Prerequisites

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CAUTION

Damage to the equipment caused by short-circuit Pin 4 of port C is live. The voltage depends on the operating voltage of the terminal and is used to supply the DGPS receiver A100 from Müller-Elektronik. Other GPS receivers may be damaged when connected. Before you want to connect a different GPS receiver.

◦ Check the voltage of the terminal connection (12V or 24V).

◦ Check the pin assignment of the GPS receiver.

◦ Check the permissible voltage for the GPS receiver.

◦ Compare the voltage of the terminal with the permissible voltage of the GPS receiver.

◦ Compare the Pin assignments.

◦ Connect the GPS receiver only to the terminal if the voltages ranges and pin assignments of the devices do not differ.

During initial starting it may take approx. 30 minutes, until the GPS-receiver has reception. For all other start procedures it will only take approx. 1-2 minutes.

GPS mounted on the roof of the tractor.

You have activated a suitable driver. [➙ 41]

1. - Switch off the terminal.

2. Route the connecting cable of the GPS receiver into the cabin.

3. CAUTION! Make sure that the cable does not run across sharp edges and that it will not be buckled. Run the cable through a location where nobody can trip over.

4. Connect the connecting cable of the GPS receiver to connection C on the terminal.

Procedure

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5 Basics of operation

5.1 Becoming familiar with the operator controls

Operator controls of the terminal

Rotary button Keys

Function keys

Rotary button

The rotary button is located in the right upper corner of the terminal.

Operation of the rotary button may slightly differ in the applications.

The rotary button can be used to execute the following actions:

Turn the rotary button: ▪ Move the cursor up and down. ▪ Change the value of a parameter.

Press the rotary button: ▪ Click into the highlighted line. ▪ Activate a parameter. ▪ Confirm input.

Operator controls

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Function keys

Operation with function keys is identical in all applications.

Execute functions shown on screen

Keys

Switch terminal on and off

No function

No function

Exit mask

Cancel input

Hide warning messages and alarms

Call up application “Selection menu”

Exit application “Selection menu”

5.2 Using the function keys

With the function keys you can always activate the function indicated by the opposite function icon.

However, please remember, that the applications TRACK-Leader, Section Control must be configured more accurately.

The number of settings depends on how many functions you are using and which machines are controlled with the terminal.

▪ Enter the position of the GPS-receiver [➙48]

▪ Adjust how you use ISOBUS-TC [➙ 105]

Once you have made these settings, the terminal is ready for use.

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CAUTION

Danger caused by careless operation of the function keys When pressing the function keys parts of the connected machine may start moving or be activated. This can cause danger to persons and damage to property. Before you press a function key:

◦ Check what will happen if you press the function key.

◦ Read the operating instructions for the connected machine or the agricultural equipment to learn which dangers may arise.

◦ Apply all measures described in the operating instructions to prevent such dangers.

◦ Only press the function key if there is no danger for persons or property.

When you press a function key, the function / operation indicated by the function icon will be executed.

Using the function keys

Function icon

Illustration of an available function.

Function key

Executes the function that is indicated by the function icon.

If you press the function key , the function indicated by the function icon will be activated.

If there is no function icon next to the function key, this particular function key has no function at the moment.

Example

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5.3 Initial commissioning

How to start the terminal for the first time:

You have mounted and connected the terminal.

1. - Switch on the terminal.

2. Wait approx. 15 seconds until all applications have been loaded.

3. - Call up the “Selection menu” application. ⇨ The following screen appears:

⇨ You are in the selection menu.. ⇨ If the terminal is connected to an ISOBUS job computer, they will now be

loaded. You can recognize this process by a progress bar next to the icon of the job computer. This process may take different amounts of time, depending on the number of job computers.

4. Wait until all job computers have been loaded. ⇨ The following screen appears:

Once the progress bar disappears, the job computers have been loaded.

5. In the selection menu you can choose the application you would like to display next.

Procedure

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6. - Mark the line “Service”. The line “Service” must be framed by a black square:

7. - Click on the line “Service”. ⇨ The following screen appears:

⇨ You have called up the application “Service”..

8. Configure the terminal in the application “Service”. [➙ 29]

5.4 Configuration sequence

Depending on the terminal and the Apps hat have been enabled, you must configure the terminal mand its accessories as different locations.

These settings must be made during initial commissioning: ▪ Activate the GPS-receiver [➙ 41] ▪ Configure the GPS-receiver [➙ 42] ▪ Enter the position of the GPS-receiver [➙ 47] ▪ Adjust the way you use ISOBUS-TC [➙ 105]

Once you have made these settings, the terminal is ready for use.

However, please remember, that the applications TRACK-Leader, Section Control must be configured more accurately.

The number of settings depends on how many functions you are using and which machines are controlled with the terminal.

5.5 Restarting the terminal

If you restart the terminal, you must also give the connected job computers some time for rebooting. After switching off the terminal you should therefore wait for about 30 seconds bhefore you switch the terminal back on.

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1. - Switch off the terminal.

2. Wait 30 seconds, until the job computers are switched off.


5.6 Entering data

All data must be entered in the data input mask.

Data input mask

Below the letters there are 5 symbols which will help you when entering data.

Deleting a character

Move the cursor to the left

Move the cursor to the right

Confirm and quit input.

No function

How to enter data:

The data input mask has been called up.

1. - Mark the desired character.

2. - Click on the marked character.

3. Once all characters have been entered, use the rotary button to highlight the symbol “OK” and click on it.

⇨ The input is accepted.

Procedure

Operator controls

Procedure

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6 Calling up applications from the selection menu

In the selection menu you can choose which application should be displayed on the screen.

The selection menu can be called up at any time. The currently running application is thereby not terminated.

Call up the selection menu

Press again - the application activated last will be called up

Show the application in the header of the split screen.

Show the application in the main area of the screen.

6.1 Screen structure in the selection menu

The screen consists of the following areas: ▪ Function icons – left and right ▪ Area of applications – in the middle, between the function icons.

Areas in the selection menu

Designation of an application

ISO-ID of the application

ISO-name of the application

Function icons left

Mark an application that will later appear in the header.

Marking

The marked application appears in the main screen.

Marking

The marked application appears in the header

Function icons right

Call up an application on the main screen.

Cursor

Call up the marked application with the rotary button.

Operator controls

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6.2 Calling up applications

In the selection menu you can perform the following actions: ▪ Call up an application. ▪ Have an application displayed in the header of the split screen.

1. - Adjust which application is to be displayed in the header of the screen. ⇨ With the chosen application the function icon at the left is marked with a

dot:

2. Start the application for the main screen. You have the following possibilities: a) With the rotary button:

- Highlight the desired application

- Call up the highlighted application b) With the function keys on the right hand side:

- Show the application that appears next to the function symbol.

⇨ Both applications appear on the screen.

Procedure

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6.3 Dividing the screen

The screen of the terminal is divided into two areas.

Each area shows a different application. This way you can e.g. steer the tractor in the field and monitor the sprayer at the same time. You do not need an additional terminal for this purpose.

Screen division

Header – informative area.

In the header you can display information concerning an application.

Main screen – operable area.

The main screen shows the currently started application, function icons and information that you require for operating the started application.

In the selection menu you can see which applications can be used with the split screen.

Function icon Function

Change the application in the header.

Exchange applications between header and main area.

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7 Configuring the terminal in the “Service” application

In the application “Service” you can configure the terminal and activate the connected equipment.

After the application “Service” has been started, the following screen appears:

Start screen of the application “Service”

Main areas

Screen contents

Cursor

Highlights a line that can now be clicked on with the rotary button

Version number

Designation of terminal and version of the installed software

Area with function icons

Icons that can be actuated in this screen.

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7.1 Operating elements in the “Service” application

The “Service” application is operated with rotary button and function keys.

Part of the function icons explained here will only appear if a certain function is activated. This makes sure that the screen will only show information that you actually need for your work.

Function icon Meaning Only appears when...

Scroll There is another page with function icons.

Back

Activate daylight operation

Activate night operation

Delete file (grey) is not possible The highlighted object cannot be deleted

Delete file (red) The highlighted object can be deleted

Configure GPS receiver GPS receiver is activated

Call up the diagnostics screen Diagnose is activated

Restore standard values

Show status of GPS connection

7.2 Configuring basic settings of the terminal

You can set the basic settings of the terminal in the screen “Terminal settings”.

1. Change to the “Terminal settings” screen:

| Service | Terminal settings

Operator controls

Procedure

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⇨ The following screen appears:

3. - Change the desired parameters.

Parameter Sub-parameter Meaning

Brightness Day Adjust the brightness for daylight operation

Night Adjust the brightness for night operation

Night operation Switch night operation on and off

0 = Daylight operation is activated

1 = Night operation is activated

Volume Adjust the volume

Date / time Date Set the current date

Time Set the current time

Time zone 0 = Time zone Greenwich (GMT)

1 = Greenwich time +1 hour (Germany)

-1 = Greenwich time -1 hour

Language Choose language

Measuring units metric Show all measurements in metric units

imperial Show all measurements in imperial units

US Show all measurements in US units

Keyboard illumination

Set the degree of keyboard illumination in percent

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7.3 Icons in the “Service” application

The following icons can be found in the application “Service”.

Function is activated

Function is deactivated

7.4 Changing the Language

When you switch on the terminal for the first time, the text may appear in a foreign language.

If you change the language in the Service application, the language in all applications and ISOBUS job computers will also change.

If a connected ISOBUS job computer is unable to understand the selected language, its standard language will be activated.


2. - Press. ⇨ The following screen appears:

3. - Click on “Service”. ⇨ The following screen appears:

The texts in this screen may appear in a different language.

4. - Click on “Terminal settings”.

Symbols

Procedure

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5. - Click on “Language”.

6. - Choose the abbreviation for your language.

7. - Press. ⇨ The following message appears: “Restart the terminal.”

8. - Press. ⇨ The language in the application “Service” will be changed. In other

applications the language will only be changed after restarting the terminal.

9. - Restart the terminal.

⇨ The language in other applications will be changed.

7.5 Setting the brightness for daylight or night operation

In this chapter you will learn how to adapt the brightness of the screen for day and night operation.

1. Call up the “Service” application:

| Service ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. Change the mode of operation. Depending on the currently active operating mode you can use one of the function icons.

– Activate daylight operation.

– Activate night operation.

⇨ The brightness of the screen is adapted immediately.

Procedure

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7.6 Activating and deactivating applications

In the “Service” application you can activate or deactivate other applications, which are installed on the terminal.

The applications are installed in packages, so called plug-ins. A plug-in can contain several applications.

You can e.g. deactivate a plug-in, if you no longer want to use it. It will then not appear in the selection menu.

Name of plug-in Contains the following applications

Tractor-ECU Tractor-ECU

ISOBUS-TC ISOBUS-TC

TRACK-Leader TRACK-Leader

SECTION-Control

How to activate and deactivate plug-ins:

1. Change to the “Plug-ins” screen:

| Service | Plug-ins ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. - Click on the desired plug-in. ⇨ The icon next to the name of the plug-in informs you of whether the plug-in

is activated or deactivated.

3. - Exit the screen. ⇨ The following message appears:

“Restart the terminal.”

4. - Confirm.


⇨ The selection menu shows all activated plug-ins.

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7.7 Activating licenses for full versions of the software

The terminal comes with several pre-installed applications, which can be used for testing over a period of 50 hours. They will then automatically be deactivated. The remaining free-of-charge utilization period appears in brackets next to the name of the application.

Activating a license requires an activation number, which you receive when purchasing an application through the HORSCH Sales Department. If you request the activation number by phone or e-mail you must submit the following information to our staff: ▪ Code - Can be found below the name of the application in the “License

Management” screen ▪ Serial number of the terminal - Can be found on the type plate on the back of

the terminal. ▪ Article number of the terminal - Can be found on the type plate on the back of

the terminal.

This is how you enter the activation number:

1. Change to the “Licenses” screen:

| Service | Licenses ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. Click on the desired application. ⇨ The following screen appears:

3. Enter the activation number into the field “Key”. You receive the activation number when purchasing a software license.

4. Confirm

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⇨ Then following icon appears in the “Licenses” screen next to the

application:

⇨ The application is activated. You can use the application without limitations.

7.8 Setting the purpose of the terminal

If you use more than just one terminal, you can decide what this terminal is to be used for.

Here you have the following possibilities: ▪ “Registration as ISOBUS-UT”

Activate this parameter if the ISOBUS job computer is to be displayed on the terminal. This parameter must be activated in most cases. The parameter must be deactivated on a small number of self-propelled agricultural machines.

▪ “Operation as auxiliary terminal” The ISOBUS job computers do not register on terminals, which are registered as “Auxiliary terminals”.

1. Change to the “Terminal configuration” screen:

| Service | Terminal configuration

2. Configure Parameters.

7.9 Deleting files from the USB-Stick

NOTE

Possible loss of data! Deleted files cannot be restored any more!

◦ Please think about every file you want to delete.

In the “Files” screen you can delete files from the USB-Stick.

The “Files” screen only shows files on the USB-Stick in one of the following folders: ◦ Screencopy – contains all screen shots made by you ◦ Taskdata – contains all order data for the application “ISOBUS-TC”.

1. Change to the “Files” screen:

| Service | Files ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. Click on “USB”. ⇨ The folders “Screencopy” and “Taskdata” appear. ⇨ If these folders do not appear it is because you had not created them on

the USB-Stick.

3. Click on the desired folder.

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⇨ The contents of the folder is displayed. A folder can contain either files or further folders. If nothing appears, the folder is empty.

4. Mark the file to be deleted.

5. - Delete file (red)

⇨ File is deleted.

7.10 Deleting pools

You can delete the pools in order to speed up the work of the terminal.

Pools are intermediate memories of the terminal. Pools are used to store graphic arts or texts. As time progresses pools become too large and slow down the work of the terminal.

▪ After updating the software of a connected job computer. ▪ If the terminal works slower than usual. ▪ If you are asked by the Customer Service to do so.

1. Change to the “Files” screen:

| Service | Files ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. Click on “Pools”. ⇨ The screen will show several folder designations. ⇨ If the pool is empty, nothing will appear.

3. Click on the desired folder. ⇨ The contents of the folder is displayed.

The folder designations are ISO-IDs of the applications the temporary files of which they contain.

4. Mark the desired file.

5. – Delete the file. ⇨ File is deleted.

When to delete?

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7.11 Activating the “Diagnose” function

For activating the “Diagnose” function, you must activate its drivers.

1. Change to the “Drivers” screen:

| Service | Drivers ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. Click on “Diagnose”.

3. Click on “DiagnosticsServices” driver.

⇨ The icon appears next to the driver.

4. - Restart the terminal. ⇨ The start screen of the application “Service” shows the following function

icon:

⇨ You have activated the “Diagnose” function.

Diagnose

The “Job computer diagnose”contains a lot of information, which is mainly of importance for the Customer Service. In this screen the Customer Service can find out which hardware and software versions are installed on your terminal. This can speed up diagnostics in case of possible faults.

7.12 Screenshots

A screenshot is a photo of the screen.

Should a fault occur when using the terminal, the HORSCH Customer Service may ask you to make a screenshot. This screenshot can then be sent to the Customer Service for diagnostics purposes.

Configuring the screenshot function

You have activated the “Diagnose” function. [➙ 38]

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1. Start the “Service” application:

| Service |

2. – Call up the “Diagnose” screen.

3. Click on “Screenshot settings”.

4. Click on “Activate screenshots”. ⇨ The icon indicates the status of the function:

- Function activated

- Funktion deactivated

5. Click on “Target memory”. ⇨ The line is marked by a frame.

6. Choose “USB” to save the screenshots to the USB-Stick.

Making screenshots

You have configured the function “Screenshots”.

If you would like to save the screenshots on the USB-Stick, you must inserted the USB-Stick into the terminal.

1. Call up any screen.

2. Press the following keys in the described sequence and hold depressed for a moment:

⇨ While the screenshot is made, a camera icon appears in the middle of the

screen:

⇨ A screenshot has been made when the camera icon disappears.

⇨ You find the screenshot at the location that you specified as “Target memory”. On the USB-Stick the screenshots are saved in the folder “ScreenCopy”.

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7.13 CanTrace settings

CanTrace is a function that records the data exchange between the terminal and the connected job computers. The recorded data serve the purpose of helping the Customer Service to diagnose possible faults in the system.

Should a fault occur when using the terminal, the Customer Service may ask you to activate the CanTrace function.

Activate this function only if asked by the Customer Service.

1. Change to the “CanTrace settings” screen:

| Service | | | CanTrace-settings

1. Click on “Running time (min.)”.

2. Adjust the running time. Enter how long the communication is to be recorded after a restart of the terminal. Communication can be recorded over a period of one and five minutes.

3. Click on “Target memory”.

4. Choose the target memory.

5. Choose “USB” to save the data to the USB-Stick. The USB-Stick must have been plugged into the terminal.

6. Click on “Activate CanTrace”. ⇨ The icon indicates the status of the function:

⇨ The icon must appear next to “Activate CanTrace”.

7. - Restart the terminal. ⇨ After the restart CanTrace records the communication between the terminal

and the job computer.

8. Leave the terminal switched on, until the set running time of CanTrace has expired. ⇨ The CanTrace function is automatically deactivated.

9. If you have specified USB as target memory, check whether the file “StartupTrace.txt” does exist on the USB-Stick.

10. If this file is missing, you must repeat CanTraxce.

11. Send the file “StartupTrace.txt” by e-mail to the Customer Service.

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7.14 GPS receiver

If you have connected a GPS receiver to the terminal, it needs to be activated and configured.

7.14.1 Activating the GPS-receiver

For activating the GPS receiver, you must activate its driver.

A driver is a small program that controls a connected device. Drivers for devices from Müller-Elektronik have been pre-installed on the terminal.

Available drivers

Driver name GPS receiver

deactivated No GPS-receiver

GPS_PSRCAN Choose this driver if any GPS-receiver is connected to the job computer of the automatic steering system. The signals are routed through the CAN-cable to the terminal.

GPS_A100 Driver for the GPS-receiver A100 from Müller-Elektronik. Connected to the serial interface.

GPS_STD Driver for an unknown GPS-receiver. Connected to the serial interface.

This driver is activated by default. The connected GPS-receiver can thereby not be configured.

GPS_NovAtel Do not use.

CAUTION

Wrong driver Damage to the GPS-receiver.

◦ Before you connect a GPS-receiver to the terminal, you should always activate the appropriate driver.

1. Change to the “Drivers” screen:

| Service | Drivers

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2. Highlight “GPS”.

3. Click on “GPS”. ⇨ The installed driver is displayed.

⇨ The icon appears next to the active driver .

4. Mark the line with the correct driver.

5. Click into the highlighted line.

⇨ The icon appears next to the driver

6. - Restart the terminal. ⇨ GPS receiver is activated. ⇨ The start screen of the application “Service” shows the following function

icon:

⇨ You have activated the GPS-receiver.

7.14.2 Configure GPS receiver

Use the following parameters to configure the GPS-receiver (only applies when using GPS antennas from Müller-Elektronik)

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Baud rate

Speed setting for the terminal to transmit data to the DGPS-receiver. The parameter sets the baud rate of the terminal.

Satellite 1 and Satellite 2

Satellite 1 - primary DGPS satellite. The DGPS-receiver will first connect to this satellite.

Satellite 2 - secondary DGPS satellite. The DGPS-receiver will only connect to this satellite, if the primary satellite fails.

The satellite you choose depends on its current availability in your region.

Possible values: ▪ “Auto”

The software automatically chooses the currently best satellite. This setting is not recommended, because it slows down the start of the DGPS-receiver.

▪ Name of the satellite. The satellite displayed here depends on the driver and correction signal activated by you.

Correction signal

Type of correction signal for the DGPS-receiver.

The type of available correction signals depends on the active driver.

Possible values: ▪ For the driver “GPS_A100”:

– “WAAS/EGNOS”

Correction signal for Europe, North America, Russia and Japan.

– “E-DIF”

Internal calculation of correction data.

This setting is required for outside the EU and the USA.

For using e-Dif you need a special version of the DGPS-receiver A100. You can order this DGPS-receiver from Müller-Elektronik un der article-number 30302464.

▪ For the driver “GPS_A100”:

– “EGNOS-EU”

– “WAAS-US”

– “MSAS-JP”

– “GL1DE”

▪ For the driver “GPS_STD”

This driver is used if the GPS-receiver is different from the one offered by Müller-Elektronik. In this case only the baud rate can be adjusted. It can be taken from the operating instructions for the corresponding GPS-receiver.

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Resetting the configuration of the DGPS-receiver to standard values

Show status of GPS connection

How to configure the parameters:

A GPS-receiver is connected to socket C of the terminal.

A suitable driver has been activated.

The driver of the external Lightbar “LightBar_ME” has been deactivated. Otherwise the DGPS-receiver cannot be configured.

1. Change to the “GPS” screen:

| Service | ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. - Click on the desired parameter. First you adjust the parameter “Correction signal”. ⇨ A selection list is displayed.

3. - Click on the desired value.

⇨ The icon appears next to the value .

4. - Back. ⇨ Some parameters require a restart of the terminal. In this case the following

message is displayed: “Restart the terminal.”

⇨You have configured the DGPS-receiver.

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8 Application Tractor-ECU

The following chapter only describes the settings which are of relevance for the operation of HORSCH-machines!

In the Tractor-ECU application you can: ▪ Create a profile with specific settings for each vehicle. ▪ Enter the position of the GPS-receiver.

After starting the Tractor-ECU application the following screen appears:

Start screen of the Tractor-ECU application

Main area

Display of up-to-date parameters.

Version number

Designation of the application and version of the installed software.

If the screen shows the value “...” for a parameter, the corresponding sensor is not connected.

Function icon

Meaning

Open the vehicle list

8.1 Adding a vehicle profile

List of vehicle profiles

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Activated vehicle profile (symbol highlighted in green)

Information about the marked vehicle profile

List of all available vehicle profiles Cursor

Function icon Meaning

Adding a vehicle profile

Deleting a vehicle profile is not possible

Deleting a vehicle profile

Back

1. Call up the Tractor-ECU application:

| Tractor-ECU

2. - Call up the vehicle list.

3. - Add a new vehicle profile.

⇨ A new vehicle profile appears in the screen.

⇨ You can configure the parameters for the new vehicle profile.

8.2 Configuring the parameters of a vehicle profile

In a vehicle profile you can e.g. specify where the GPS-antenna is located.


Change to the “Settings” screen

Enter the position of the GPS-receiver [➙ 47].

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Activating the vehicle profile The chosen vehicle profile is not activated.

Back


| Tractor-ECU


3. Choose a vehicle profile.

4. Change the desired parameters. You can also change the name of the vehicle profile.

Parameters of a vehicle profile

Only parameters, which can be configured with the hardware version of your terminal, will be displayed.

Speed

Configuration of the speed sensor. It measures the speed

Possible values: ▪ “deactivated”

No sensor measures the speed. ▪ “GPS-receiver”

The speed is calculated by GPS.

Determining offsets?

With this you pre-set, whether the position of a GPS-receiver is to be transmitted to the application SECTION-Control.

Possible values: ▪ “Yes”

The offsets are transmitted. ▪ “No”

The offsets are not transmitted. only choose this setting if an ISOBUS compatible tractor, who is able to transmit the geometry of the tractor to the ISOBUS, is connected with the terminal.

8.3 Enter the position of the GPS-receiver

Once you have mounted and connected the GPS receiver you must enter its exact position.

In order to enter the position of the GPS receiver correctly you must measure the distances from the GPS receiver to the longitudinal axis and to the so-called hitching point [➙ 49].

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When entering the distances it is of utmost importance whether the GPS receiver is located to the left or right of the longitudinal axis of the tractor and whether it is before or behind the hitching point.

What is the location of the GPS re-ceiver?

The distance must be entered this way

to the right of the longitudinal axis y

to the left of the longitudinal axis - y

before the hitching point x

behind the hitching point - x


| Tractor-ECU



4. - Press. ⇨ The following screen appears:

5. Measure the position of the GPS receiver. The following sub-chapters explain how to do this.

6. Enter the measured distances into the fields “Offset X” and “Offset Y”.

7. - Return to the vehicle profile.

⇨ You have entered the position of the GPS-receiver for the chosen vehicle profile.

On machines with an ISOBUS job computer

In the following drawings you see marked distances, which must be measured for different machines.

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GPS-receiver on ISOBUS machines

Hitching point for implements and hitched up equipment

GPS receiver

Implements and hitched up equipment

Self-propelled machine

y Distance between longitudinal axis and GPS-receiver

for offset Y

x Distance for offset X

This is how you determine the distances for tractors equipped with an ISOBUS job computer:

The job computer of the equipment used is connected to the terminal

The geometry of the equipment is configured in the job computer.

1. Measure the distance between the hitching point of the implement or hitched up unit and the GPS receiver.

2. Enter the measured distance as parameter “Offset X”.

3. Measure the distance between the longitudinal axis of the machine and the GPS receiver.

4. Enter the measured distance as parameter “Offset Y”.

This is how you determine the distances for self-propelled machines equipped with a job computer:

The job computer of the equipment used is connected to the terminal

The geometry of the equipment is configured in the job computer.

1. Enter 0cm as parameter “Offset X”.

2. Measure the distance between the longitudinal axis of the machine and the GPS receiver.

3. Enter the measured distance as parameter “Offset Y”.

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8.4 Activating vehicle profiles

To be able to work with the adjusted parameters, you must first activate the vehicle profile of the vehicle used.

1. Call up the Tractor-ECU application.

| Tractor-ECU



4. - Activate the vehicle profile.

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9 Parallel driving system TRACK-Leader

Fundamentals

The following chapter only describes the settings which are of relevance for the operation of HORSCH-machines! In order to be able to use this module, you must meet the following prerequisites: ▪ The “TRACK-Leader” plug-in must be activate. ▪ The “TRACK-Leader” license must be activated.

The following functions will be available after the license activation: ▪ Display of parallel guide lines. ▪ Display of parallel guide lines at the headland. ▪ Detection of obstacles in the field. ▪ Warning of detected obstacles. ▪ Warning before reaching the field borders. ▪ Saving the work results. ▪ SECTION-View - Shows which sections must be manually switched on or off

by the driver, to be able to work without overlapping.

Configuration

In this chapter you find explanations for all settings you have to configure, in order to be able to work with HORSCH-machines.

All parameters required for configuration can be found in the “Settings” screen. They are divided into the following groups: ▪ General - Parameters which have an effect in each module of TRACK-Leader. ▪ TRACK-Leader - Parameters used to configure parallel driving. They are

therefore required for all modules. ▪ SECTION-Control - Parameters that you require for automatic section control. ▪ Demo - A demo video.

This is what you need to configure

Module Chapter

TRACK-Leader Configure “General” settings [➙ 52]

Configuring TRACK-Leader [➙ 53]

SECTION-Control Configure “General” settings [➙ 52]

Configuring TRACK-Leader [➙ 53]

Configuring SECTION-Control [➙ 92]

How to open the configuration screenn:

1. Change to the “Settings” screen:


Prerequisites

Functions

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2. Click in the line with the desired application.

⇨ A list with parameters appears.

The following chapters explain these parameters.

9.1 Configure “General” settings

In this menu you can set screen representation and a few functions.

SECTION-Control

This parameter decides whether SECTION-Control is activated or deactivated.

Once an order has been started in ISOBUS-TC, this parameter can no longer be changed.

Possible values: ▪ “Yes”

SECTION-Control is activated. Machine data, such as e.g. working width, are automatically taken from the connected job computer. Prerequisites: An ISOBUS job computer must be connected,.

▪ “No” SECTION-Control is deactivated. Only the parallel guide TRACK-Leader is activated..

Audible warnings

This parameter specifies whether a warning should sound when coming close to field borders and when detecting obstacles.

Possible values: ▪ “Yes” ▪ “No”

Track transparency

This parameter establishes whether and how overlaps are to be displayed on the screen.

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Possible values: ▪ “0”

Overlaps are not displayed. ▪ “1” – “6”

Intensity of colour for marking overlaps. ▪ “3”

Standard value

Showing grid

Inserts a grid net into the navigation screen.

The gaps between the grid lines correspond with the entered working width. The grid lines are aligned to the axes North-South and East-Wast.

Map alignment

The parameter defines what should turn when steering.

Possible values: ▪ “Vehicle fixed”

The vehicle icon on the screen does not move. ▪ “Field fixed”

The vehicle icon on the screen moves. The background map remains fixed.

Starting demo mode

Starts a simulation of the application.

9.2 Configuring TRACK-Leader

Numbering of guide lines

This parameter specifies the way the created lead tracks are to be numbered.

Possible values: ▪ “absolute”

The lead tracks have fixed numbers. The AB track has the number 0. The lead tracks to the left and right of the AB track are numbered.

▪ “relative” The lead tracks are renumbered each time the machine activates a new lead track. The activated lead track always has the number 0.

Sensitivity

Setting the sensitivity of the light bar.

At how many centimetres deviation should an LED in the light bar be switched on? ▪ Standard value: 30cm

This value stands for a sensitivity of 15cm to the left and 15cm to the right.

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Preview

This parameter decides how many metres in front of the vehicle the preview display of the on-screen light bar should calculate the future position of the vehicle. ▪ Standard value: 8m

See also: Screen light bar in graphics mode [➙ 64]

Course changing angle

From a defined angle the program will assume that the vehicle intends to change course to match a lead track. The lead track will in this case be marked blue. If the vehicle travels with a smaller angular deviation to a lead track, this track is not recognized as new lead track. ▪ Standard value: 30 degrees.

Distance contour points

While recording the “AB lead track” in contour mode, points are saved continuously. The more points there are, the more accurate the lead tracks. However, this slows down the performance of the terminal.

The parameter determines at which interval the points should be set. The optimal value may be different for each field and for each machine. ▪ Standard value: 500 cm

9.3 Initial commissioning


2. Wait until all applications and job computers have been loaded.

3. - Call up the “Selection menu” application .

4. Choose “TRACK-Leader”. ⇨ The start screen appears:

⇨ You have started TRACK-Leader.

5. Please read now how to configure TRACK-Leader. [➙ 51]

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9.4 Structure of the start screen

The start screen appears when you start the application.

Start screen of TRACK-Leader

In the start screen you can: ▪ Change to further screens. ▪ Read the status of the GPS-signal. ▪ View the activated machine profile. ▪ View the name of the currently processed field.


Opens the preparation screen. Here you can: ▪ Start new navigation [➙ 70] ▪ Continue a started navigation [➙ 70] ▪ Choose the tracking mode [➙66]

Appears instead of the “Navigation” function key, if navigation with SECTION-Control is not possible.

Possible causes: ▪ SECTION-Control is activated [➙ 52], but no

ISOBUS job computer is connected. ▪ Test license has expired. ▪ You work without ISO-XML-orders, but the

parameter “Work with ISO-XML?” is activated in the application ISOBUS-TC. Read more in chapter: Cooperation with the application ISPBUS-TC [➙ 91]

▪ You work with ISO-XML-orders, but have no job started.

▪ You have connected the terminal to a new ISOBUS job computer but have not yet restarted the terminal.

Opens the “Save” screen. [➙ 88]

Opens the “Settings” screen. [➙ 51]

Opens the “Information” screen.

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9.5 Structure of the work screen

The work screen appears after a navigation has been started. [➙ 70]

The information displayed in the work screen differs in dependence of whether the parameter SECTION-Control [➙ 52] has been set to “yes” or “no”.

Work mask with SECTION-Control deactivated

Lead tracks Field border

Position of GPS-receiver Compass

Working bar

Areas travelled on and processed two times

Counter and status information Travelled on and processed areas

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Changes in the work screen, when SECTION-Control is activated

Counter and status information

The dark colour only highlights areas that have been processed two times

Function icon to change the work mode

Lead tracks

Lead tracks are subsidiary lines that help you to drive parallel.

There are three types of lead tracks: ▪ AB-track - This is the first lead track. On screen it always appears marked with

the characters A and B. ▪ Activated lead tack - This is the lead track the vehicle is following at the

moment. It is displayed in blue. ▪ Non-activated lead tracks Lead tracks which are not activated.

Position of GPS-receiver

The position of the GPS-receiver is marked on the screen arrow.

Working bar

The working bar represents the agricultural machine. It consists of several squares. Each square corresponds with a section. The colour of these square may change as work goes on.

See also: Using SECTION-View [➙ 65]

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Counter and status information

Information in the counter area

SECTION-Control work mode Adjusted degree of overlapping

Current speed

The speed is determined by using the GPS-position and may be different from the speed in the job computer.

Total area of the field inside the field borders.

Only if you had recorded the field borders.

Area counter

- Area still to be cultivated, if you had recorded the field borders.

- Area that has already been cultivated, if you had not recorded the field borders.

Field border

The field border informs the software about the exact position of the field and is used for calculating the total area of the field.

Compass

Shows North.

Travelled on and processed areas

The areas after the symbol of the machine are marked in green. Depending on the configuration, the green colour can have the following meaning: ▪ Travelled areas

If you only use TRACK-Leader, the travelled area will be marked. It is marked irrespective of whether the machine has processed the area or not.

▪ Processed areas If you use SECTION-Control, processed areas will be marked. Areas the machine has travelled on, but have not yet been processed, will not be marked.

If you would like the software to only mark processed areas in green, please proceed as follows: ▪ Activate SECTION-Control

Status of GPS-connection

Shows the status of the GPS-connection.

See also: Check the quality of the DGPS-signal [➙ 75]

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9.6 Operator controls

This chapter contains an overview of all function icons that may appear in the software and their function.

Each icon shows a pictogram of what will happen if you press the button next to the function icon.

Function icons TRACK-Leader and SECTION-Control

Function icon Chapter with more information Consequences

Record field border [➙ 80] On the navigation screen a red line is drawn around the field. This is the field border.

Delete field border [➙ 82] The field border is deleted.

Start recording field travel [➙ 80] Function icons only appear when SECTION-Control is deactivated.

Change the layout of the work screen [➙ 66]

The complete field is displayed.

The environment of the vehicle is displayed.

Change the SECTION-Control work mode [➙ 80]

SECTION-Control changes the work mode.

Create AB line

The exact look of the flags depends on the activated tracking mode.

Point A of the AB-lead track is set.

Delete lead tracks [➙ 79]

Press the function key for three seconds.

The lead tracks are deleted.

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Show the next set of lead tracks.

Set a reference point [➙ 72] There are two possible consequences:

- The “GPS-calibration” screen is called up.

- A reference point is set.

Calibrate GPS-signal [➙ 74] There are two possible consequences:

- The “GPS-calibration” screen is called up.

- The GPS-signal is calibrated.

Displace lead tracks [➙ 79] Lead tracks are displaced to the current position of the vehicle.


the 3D-view is activated


the 2D-view is activated

Show further function icons

Load field data [➙ 88]

Save field data [➙ 88]

View documented passes [➙ 89]

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Obstructions

Function icon Chapter with more infor-mation

Consequences

Record obstructions [➙

86]

The obstruction recording screen appears.

The obstacle is displaced.

The obstruction is placed to a selected position.

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At the headland

Function icon This is the status of the software when the icon appears.

What happens if you press the function key next to the icon

The field boundary has not yet been recorded.

Cannot be pressed.

Headland is not activated.

Only appears when the field boundary is recorded.

Calls up a menu in which you can define the headland.

You can now process the inside of the field.

The SECTION-Control only processes the inside of the field. At the transition to the headland the sections are switched off.

Parallel guiding inside the field is activated.

Lead tracks appear in the headland.

You can now process the headland.


Hold the function key three seconds depressed to delete the headland.

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9.7 Entering data

The data input screen serves the input of data.

Data input screen when saving


Delete character

Toggle between lower and upper case

Cancel input

Confirm input

1. - Choose the desired character.

2. - Accept the chosen character. ⇨ The character is accepted. The cursor moves one digit further.

3. Enter more characters.

4. - After the input of all characters confirm the input.

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9.8 Using the screen light bar

The screen light bar has the function of supporting the driver when following the lead track. It shows the driver when he leaves the track and how he can drive back into the track.

There are the following types of screen light bars: ▪ Screen light bar in graphics mode ▪ Screen light bar in text mode ▪ SECTION-View

In addition to the screen light bar the screen also shows a direction arrow which indicates the correct steering direction.

How to activate a screen light bar:

1. - Keep pressing, until the screen light bar appears in the header of the screen.

9.8.1 Screen light bar in graphics mode

Screen light bar - graphics mode

The screen light bar in graphics mode consists of two bars: ▪ At the bottom you see the current deviation from the lead track. ▪ At the top the graph shows the deviation in a certain distance. See parameter

“Preview [➙ 54]”.

Each circle represents a certain deviation in centimetre. See parameter “Sensitivity [➙ 53]”.

Since the travel angle can slightly vary due to technical reasons, double the value for the sensitivity is used for the display of the preview bar.

It is the aim of the steering to have only the central squares light up.

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9.8.2 Screen light bar in text mode

The screen light bar in text mode shows you how far you are away from the lead track. It also shows you how you must steer to return to the track. There is no preview in text mode.

Screen light bar - text mode

9.8.3 Using SECTION-View

SECTION-View is a schematic representation of working width and sections. It appears as a symbol of the vehicle and can replace the screen lightbar.

SECTION-View in the header and as work bar

If you work without an ISOBUS job computer, you can use the display as a help for the section control. If you work with an ISOBUS job computer, the sections are automatically switched. The colours indicate the current status.

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Colour This is what you must do:

Grey Recording is switched off.

The field under the half width has already been processed or the vehicle is stopped.

Yellow Recording is switched off. The soil under the section has not been processed.

Red Switch off section. Recording is switched on.

Blue Switch on section. Recording is switched on.

9.9 Changing the layout of the work screen

You have several possibilities to change the layout of the work screen:

Operator control Function

Zooming in and zooming out

Show complete field.

Show vehicle environment.

Activate 3D view.

Activate 2D view.

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10 Preparing the navigation

If you press the “Navigation” button in the start screen, the so-called preparation screen will appear. Here you must set a few parameters.

Preparation screen

Operator controls


Starts a new navigation.

The travel passes are deleted.

Continues work in the field that appears in the “Save” screen.

The travel passes are not deleted.

Parameter

Parameter explanation

Working width Is taken from the connected ISOBUS job computer or from the machine profile.

Track width Distance between lead tracks.

Lead mode See: Choose lead mode [➙ 66]

"Beds With this parameter you can adjust at which interval the lead tracks should be displayed in bold.

For you it should thereby be easier to drive every second or every third track.

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11 Choosing the lead mode

The lead mode decides how the track leads are generated and how they run in the field.

1. Change to the preparation screen:

2. - Click on “Lead mode”.

3. - Choose the desired lead mode.

4. - Confirm the input.

The following leading modes are available: ▪ Lead mode “Parallel”

In this mode you can process the field in parallel, straight tracks.

▪ Lead mode “A+”

In this mode you can enter manually in which geographic direction the lead tracks should be created. Here you must only enter the direction in degree (0° to 360°) and the lead tracks will be created automatically and parallel to each other.

▪ Lead mode “Smoothed contour”

In leading mode “Smoothed contour” the curvature of the curves changes in each lead track. The lead tracks become straighter in travel direction.

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▪ Lead mode “Identical contour”

In the “Identical contour” leading mode the curvature does not change. Use this mode only with soft curves. The disadvantage of the leading mode is the fact that the spaces between the lead tracks will at some time become to big. In this case it is no longer possible to process the field track-by-track. If you notice that the distances between the lead tracks have become too big, delete the lead track and create a new AB lead track.

▪ Lead mode “Multi AB”

In this lead mode you can create up to five AB-leads. E.g. to be able to work an L-shaped field.

▪ Lead mode “Multi-Contour” In this lead mode you can create up to five AB-leads as smoothed contours.

▪ Lead mode “Circle”

In this lead mode you can create circular lead tracks in order to be able to work fields equipped with a circular sprinkling system.

▪ Lead mode “Adaptive contour manual”

In this lead mode travelled way of the vehicle is recorded with each pass. The next lead track is only created after the vehicle has turned around. It is an exact copy of the last pass. You must press a button before each turning around.

▪ Lead mode “Adaptive contour auto” This mode works like “Adaptive contour manual”, but the terminal recognizes automatically that you are turning around.

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12 Starting navigation

When starting navigation there are two possibilities: ▪ Start a new navigation ▪ Continue a started navigation

12.1 Starting a new navigation

You can start a new navigation in the following cases: ▪ If you process a field for the first time. ▪ If you load the field data of a known field. IN this case all wheeling will be

deleted. However, you can re-use the field borders, lead tracks and obstacles.


⇨ If the icon appears instead, read from here [➙ 55].

2. Adjust all shown parameters. [➙ 67]

3. - Press.

⇨ The work screen appears.

12.2 Continue a started navigation

You can continue a started navigation in the following cases: ▪ If you have aborted the processing of a field. ▪ If you have exited the application. ▪ If you have loaded the data for a field.


⇨ If the icon appears instead, read from here [➙ 55].

2. Adjust all shown parameters. [➙ 67]

3. - Press.

⇨ The work screen appears.

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13 Operation during work

13.1 Calibrating DGPS

DGPS stands for “Differential signal Global Positioning System”

It is a system for determining the position of your vehicle.

Over the course of the day the earth rotates and the satellites change their position in the sky. This displaces the calculated position of a point. Due to this displacement it is no longer accurate after a certain period of time.

This phenomenon is referred to as “drift” and can be reduced.

The consequence for you is the fact, that all field borders and lead tracks you have created over a day, will be slightly displaced after a few hours.

There are two ways to compensate this drift: ▪ By using the reference point - By setting the reference point and calibrating the

GPS-signal always before starting work. Possibility to use the GPS-antenna A100 free of charge and with an accuracy of +/- 30cm.

▪ By using a correction signal. A chargeable service provided by your GPS-provider. Only in connection with a highly accurate GPS-antenna. The GPS-signal is automatically re-calibrated at regular intervals. This enables an accuracy of less than five centimetres.

13.1.1 GPS without correction signal

If you use GPS without correction signal, you must calibrate the GPS-signal always before starting work.

The more accurate this is done, the more accurate the system will work. And vice-versa, the less accurate the calibration, the less accurate the position detection of the vehicle by the system.

What do you need a reference point for?

With the help of the reference point you can adjust actual GPS-coordinates against the saved GPS-coordinates and compensate possible drifts.

For calibrating the GPS-signal you need a fixed point on the ground. The so-called reference point. When calibrating the GPS-signal, the saved coordinates of the reference point are compared and tuned against the current coordinates.

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Left - field with calibrated GPS-signal; Right - field without calibrated GPS-signal

If you neither set the reference point, nor calibrate the GPS-signal each time before starting work, the following will happen: ▪ The saved GPS-coordinates of the field borders, the lead tracks etc. differ from

the real ones. ▪ You will therefore be unable to process parts of the field, because according to

the GPS they are outside the field borders.

In order to achieve maximum precision you therefore must: ▪ Set a reference point on each field during the first processing. ▪ Calibrate the GPS-signal each time before starting work.

Set a reference point

Reference point – a point near the field. It serves the purpose of adjusting the saved against the real position of the field.

When setting the reference point the coordinates of the GPS-antenna are decisive.

Set the reference point in the following cases: ▪ If you process a field for the first time.

When setting the reference point you require a fixed point, the position of which will not change over time. This could e.g. be a tree, a property stone or a manhole cover.

You need this point so that you can always place the tractor at the same point for future calibrations of the GPS-signal.

NOTE

Data loss in case of missing reference point If you cannot find the reference point in the future, the recorded data will be useless.

◦ Always remember the exact position of the reference point for each field

The following illustration shows a possibility to place the tractor when setting the reference point.

When to set?

Set correctly

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Tractor position when setting the reference point

GPS-antenna on the roof of the tractor cabin

Position of the reference point

Distance between GPS-antenna and the point at the shoulder of the road on the Y-axis

Distance between GPS-antenna and the point at the shoulder of the road on the X-axis

Line from the fixed point across the road

� If you process a field for the first time.

1. Find and mark a fixed point in the entrance to the field. This could e.g. be a tree, a property stone or a manhole cover.

2. Draw a line from the chosen fixed point across the way.

3. Place the tractor with both front wheels on the line.

4. Record the distance between this point and the tractor. This distance must be the same in future GPS-calibrations.

5. Start a new navigation.

6. - Press.

7. - Press.

8. - Press. ⇨ The program determines the current position over a period of 15 seconds

and saves it as reference point. The reference point is thereby exactly set at the position of the GPS-antenna.

⇨ Possibly already existing reference points and signal calibrations are thereby overridden.

⇨ In the work screen the reference point icon appears under the machine

icon:

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⇨ You have set the reference point.

Deleting a reference point

1. - Hold depressed for three seconds. ⇨ The reference point is deleted.

Calibrating the GPS-signal

When calibrating the GPS-signal, the GPS-antenna must be at exactly the same position as when the reference point was set.

Position of the GPS-antenna in relation to the reference point when calibrating the GPS-signal

Position of the reference point

GPS-antenna on the roof of the tractor cabin

You must calibrate the GPS-signal in the following cases: ▪ Each time before starting work

▪ when a red triangle next to the function icon flashes

▪ When you notice that you are actually travel in a track, but the screen indicates

a deviation

1. In the field entrance drive to the “Reference point”.

2. Place the tractor with both front wheels on the line. The tractor must be under the same angle as when setting the reference point. The distance from the fixed point at the road shoulder must be the same as when setting the reference point.

3. - Press.

4. - Press.

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5. - Press. ⇨ It takes the program 15 seconds to determine the current position. In case

of a new calibration of the reference point, the old calibration is overwritten. ⇨ The following screen appears:

6. - back

The following parameters now appear in the “GPS-Calibration” screen: ▪ Drift

Shows the drift of the reference point since the reference point was set. All field data will be offset by this value. The drift is determined again when calibrating the GPS-signal.

▪ Age How many hours ago was the GPS-signal calibrated. Hundredth parts of a second appear after the dot. Example: 0.25 h = quarter of an hour = 15 minutes

13.1.2 DGPS with correction signal

If you are using an RTK-correction signal, you must neither set the reference position, nor must you calibrate the GPS-signal. The position of the tractor is continuously corrected by the RTK-station by using a correction signal.

13.1.3 Checking the quality of the GPS-signal

The quality of the GPS-signal may vary extremely in dependence on the geographic position.

You can view the quality of the GPS-signal at the following points: ▪ in the start screen ▪ in the work screen

In the display of the DGPS-connection you find the following information: ▪ Bar graph

Shows the quality of the connection. The more blue bars, the better the connection.

▪ Number of connected satellites

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▪ Status of the correction signal This status should at least show “DGPS” to be able to achieve a high enough accuracy. In case of systems with RTK the display will either show “RTK Fix” or “RTK Float”.

In the following cases SECTION-Control will switch to manual mode. ▪ The status of the DGPS-signal becomes “GPS” or worse ▪ The number of satellites drops down below four. ▪ The bar graph does not show anything

This is indicated by an alarm message on the screen.

You must activate automatic mode manually as soon as the GPS connection gets better.

13.2 Using lead tracks for parallel guiding

Lead tracks are parallel lines, which are displayed on screen. They help you to process the field in parallel tracks.

The first lead track you create in the terminal is called AB-track. On screen it in most cases appears marked with the characters A and B. All other lead tracks are calculated and drawn on basis of the AB-track.

The course of the AB-track is saved during the first track, which must be run in manual mode. Operation of the terminal depends on the tracking mode you have chosen.

13.2.1 Straight lead tracks

Tracking mode “Parallel” is activated. [➙ 676]

1. Place the vehicle at the start point of the desired AB-track.

2. - Set the first point. ⇨ Point A appears on the screen. ⇨ On the function icon the first flag is coloured green:

⇨

3. Drive to the other side of the field.

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4. - Set the second point. ⇨ Point B appears on the screen. ⇨ On the function icon the second flag is also coloured green. ⇨ Points A and B are connected by a line. This is the AB-track. ⇨ Further lead tracks appear to the left and right of the AB-track.

⇨

13.2.2 Lead tracks as curves

Tracking mode “Smoothened contour” or “Identical contour” is activated. [➙66]


2. - Set the first point. ⇨ Point A appears on the screen.

3. Drive to the other side of the field. You do not need to drive in a straight line. ⇨ During this pass a straight line will be drawn on screen behind the vehicle.

4. - Set the second point. ⇨ Point B appears on the screen. ⇨ Points A and B are connected by a line.

13.2.3 Lead tracks by compass

Tracking mode “A+” is activated.


2. Press the function key: ⇨ The data input screen appears.

3. Please specify to which direction the lead tracks should point. You can enter a value between 0° and 360°.

4. Press “OK” to confirm. ⇨ Several parallel lead tracks are drawn on the screen, which will all run in

the direction you have specified.

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13.2.4 Several lead tracks

If you need to change the processing direction in the field several times, you can create up to five AB-tracks.

A field that is processed with the help of several lead tracks.

Tracking mode “Multi-Contour” or “Multi A-B” is activated.

1. Create the first AB-track. Make sure that the function icons you use for this purpose are labelled with a number between 1 and 5. This is the number of the lead track set.

2. Process the field along these lead tracks.

3. - Change the lead tracks. The function icon always carries the number of the next lead track set. ⇨ All lead tracks disappear. ⇨ The function icons now show a new number.

4. Now create an AB-track to any direction.

5. Process the field along these lead tracks.

6. If you press the function key again, the number on the function icon will be increased and you can create a new AB-track. If you do not create a new AB-track, existing AB-tracks will be displayed in succession.

13.2.5 Lead tracks as circles

Tracking mode “Circle” is activated.

1. Place the vehicle on the outermost edge of the field, next to the circular sprinkling system.

2. - Set the first point.

3. Drive at least half the circumference of the field.

4. - Set the second point. ⇨ The screen will show circular lead tracks.

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13.2.6 Adaptive lead tracks

Tracking mode “Adaptive contour manual” or “Adaptive contour auto” is activated.


2. or - Set the first piont.

3. Drive to the other side of the field. ⇨ A line is drawn behind the arrow symbol.

4. - Mark the turning manoeuvre in tracking mode “Adaptive contour manual”.

5. Turn in tracking mode “Adaptive contour auto”. The system detects it automatically. ⇨ New lead tracks appear to the left and right of the drawn line.

6. Follow the new lead track.

13.2.7 Deleting lead tracks

You can delete lead tracks and create new ones at any time.

1. Press one of the following function keys for approx. 3 seconds: , . These icons may look different, depending on the tracking mode. ⇨ The lead tracks are deleted. ⇨ In tracking modes “Multi Parallel” and “Multi Contour” the lead track sets

are renumbered.

13.2.8 Displacing lead tracks

Use this function if you are in the correct track, but the terminal shows the tractor beside the track.

You can displace lead tracks in parallel and contour mode.

☐ You have started a navigation

1. - Press.

2. - Hold depressed for three seconds to displace the lead tracks to the current position.

⇨ The lead track is being displaced.

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13.3 Start recording of field travel

In the following cases you do not need to read this chapter: ▪ SECTION-Control is activated

If you do not use SECTION-Control, the software does not know when your machine (e.g. sprayer) is working or not. You must therefore inform the software when you start work.

With the recording of field travels you can see on screen which areas of the field you already had travelled on.

� You have started a navigation

1. - Recording field travels.

⇨ The function icon changes its appearance: ⇨ A green track is drawn behind the tractor symbol. It marks the field travels.

13.4 Changing the SECTION-Control work mode

When SECTION-Control is active, you can work in two modes: ▪ Automatic mode ▪ Manual mode

Toggle between manual and automatic mode

Automatic mode

Automatic mode has the following features: ▪ Automatic section control in case of overlaps

Manual mode

Manual mode has the following features: ▪ The equipment must be controlled manually. The results are recorded.

13.5 Field border Record the field boundaries

Field limits must be recorded with every new field.

You can record the field limits while you are working the headland.

Depending on whether you work with a RTK correction signal or without, you have the following possibilities: ▪ Possibility 1:

Applicable in both cases.

– Drive around the field.

– Have the tracks along the field border calculated, that were generated while driving around the field.

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– Process the inside of the field.

▪ Possibility 2: Recommended only with RTK correction signal.

– Process the inside of the field.

– Drive around the field.

– Have the tracks along the field border calculated, that were generated while driving around the field.

This method also works without RTK correction signal, but you must calibrate the GPS-signal before processing and before calculating the field borders. This is because if the GPS-position drift between the beginning of work and the calculation of the field boundaries.

This is how you record the field borders if you want to drive around the field first:

You have set and calibrated the “Reference point”. (If you work without RTK correction signal)


2. Switch on the trailed or attached implement.

3. - Press when this function icon appears in the working screen. The function key has the function of telling the software that you will start your work. If SECTION-Control is activated, this function icon will not appear.

4. Start to drive around the field. ⇨ After the first centimetres you see that a green track is drawn behind the

equipment bar displayed on the screen. The track marks the processed area.

⇨ If no green track appears, this may have one of the following reasons:�a) You have not switched on the working implement (SECTION-Control)

b) You have not pressed function key (TRACK-Leader).

5. Drive around the entire field.

6. End your travel at the starting point. The loop around the field must be closed.

7. - Press once you have returned to the starting point.

⇨ On the navigation screen a red line is drawn around the field. This is the field boundary.

This is how you record the field borders if you process the field first:

You have a RTK correction signal.


2. Switch on the trailed or attached implement.

3. - Press when this function icon appears in the working screen. If SECTION-Control is activated, you do not have to press this function key.

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The function key has the function of telling the software that you will start your work.

4. Start working the field. ⇨ After the first centimetres you see that a green track is drawn behind the

equipment bar displayed on the screen. The track marks the processed area.

⇨ If no green track appears, this may have one of the following reasons:�a) You have not switched on the working implement (SECTION-Control)

b) You have not pressed function key (TRACK-Leader).

5. Process the field.

6. After the end of processing drive around the field.

7. - Press once you have returned to the starting point.

⇨ On the navigation screen a red line is drawn around the field. This is the field boundary.

Deleting a field border

This is how you delete a field border:

1. - Hold depressed for three seconds.

⇨ The field border marked with a red line has been deleted.

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13.6 Processing the headland

In the headland you can create lead tracks, which run around the field.

Advantages: ▪ You can process the headland after you have finished the inside of the field.

This way no spraying agent residues will remain on the tyres after the headland has been processed.

▪ SECTION-Control disables the sections which are inside the headland while processing the field.

Function icon This is the status of the software when the icon appears.

What happens if you press the function key next to the icon

The field boundary has not yet been recorded.

Cannot be pressed.

Headland is not activated.

Only appears when the field boundary is recorded.

Calls up a menu in which you can define the headland.

You can now process the inside of the field.

The SECTION-Control only processes the inside of the field. At the transition to the headland the sections are switched off.


Lead tracks appear in the headland.

You can now process the headland.


Hold the function key three seconds depressed to delete the headland.

The following parameters must be set: ▪ “Headland width”

Please enter the desired width of the headland. The width of the widest machine, e.g. the crop protection sprayer, may serve as a basis.

▪ “Lead track distance” Please enter how far apart these lead tracks should be. This normally corresponds with the working width of the machine used.

▪ “Half width mode” Parameters for drill. Set the parameter to “yes”, if you intend to create tram lines with the drill and thereby create both tram lines during one single pass.

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In this mode the lead tracks are created in such a way, that the drill can only work with half of its working width during the first or the second pass.

A field with field border has been loaded.

1. Start new navigation. ⇨ The screen shows a field with field borders and an unmarked headland.

2. - Call up the headland parameters. ⇨ The parameters are displayed.

3. Enter the parameters.

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4. “OK” - Confirm the input. ⇨ In the working screen the headland area is marked orange.

5. Process the inside of the field. ⇨ After this processing the inside of the field appears in green and the

headland in orange:

6. - Activate parallel tracking in the headland.

⇨ - appears in the working screen. ⇨ The headland is marked grey.

⇨ Lead tracks appear in the headland.

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7. Process the headland.

13.7 Detecting obstructions

If there are any obstructions in the field, you can record their positions. This way you will always be warned before a collision occurs.

You can record the obstructions while you are processing the field.

You will be warned of obstructions in the following cases: ▪ If you will reach the obstacle in 20 seconds or less. ▪ If the distance between the obstacle and the vehicle is less than the working

width of the agricultural equipment.

The warning always consists of two elements: ▪ Graphic warning in the top left corner of the working screen

– “Field border”

– “Obstruction”

▪ Audible signal

CAUTION

Obstructions The software can warn you of obstructions. It cannot brake or sverve around it.

Obstructions


Consequences

Record an obstruction [➙

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The obstruction recording screen appears.

The obstruction is displaced.

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Consequences

The obstruction is placed to a selected position.

You have started a navigation

1. - Press.

2. - Press.


The screen shows a schematic representation of the machine with driver, the obstruction and the distance of the obstruction from the GPS-receiver.

3. Use the arrows to determine the distance of the obstruction to the location of the tractor. Since TRACK-Leader knows the position of the tractor, it is able to calculate the position of the obstruction in the field.

4. - Save the position of the obstruction in the field.

⇨ The obstruction now appears in the working screen.

Deleting the marking of obstructions

1. - Hold depressed for three seconds. ⇨ All obstructions will be deleted.

Procedure

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14 Using data from the USB-Stick

You can save field data for every field you process.

Field data consist of the following information: ▪ Field borders ▪ Reference point ▪ Lead tracks ▪ Travelled passes ▪ Recorded obstructions

All field data together are saved to the USB-Stick.

14.1 Saving and loading field data

If you save field data, that you have recorded during work, to the USB-Stick, you can use these with other applications.

For example with: ▪ ISOBUS-TC

14.1.1 Saving field data

1. Change to the “Memory” screen.

⇨ In the main area you see the currently loaded or processed field.

2. - Press. ⇨ The data input screen appears.

3. Enter the name under which the field data should be saved. ⇨ The data are saved to the USB-Stick in the folder “ngstore”. ⇨ The field is deleted from the overview.

4. If you would like to continue work in the field, you must load it.

14.1.2 Loading field data

Always load field data before you start to process a previously processed field.


2. - Press. ⇨ The “Load recording” screen appears.

3. - Click on the desired field.

⇨ The “Memory” screen shows an overview of the field.

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14.1.3 Rejecting field data

When rejecting field data, all information is erased from the temporary memory of the terminal.

After processing a field you must reject the field data so that you can process another field. If you fail to do this, the software assumes that you would like to continue processing the first field.

NOTE

Data loss Rejected field data cannot be recovered.

◦ Save all important field data before you reject them.

1. Change to the “Memory” screen:

2. - Press.

⇨ Field data of the currently loaded field are rejected.

14.2 Viewing documented travel passes

You can view the wheeling and check, whether you have missed something.


+

Move selection to the left or right

+

Move selection up and down

Zoom

1. Change to the “Memory” screen

2. Load the desired field

3. - Zoom.

4. or - Hold the function key depressed.

5. - Turn the rotary button. ⇨ The selection is being displaced.

Procedure

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14.3 Deleting fields from the USB-Stick

You can delete complete fields with all relevant data from the USB-Stick.

This is how you delete a field:



3. - Mark the file with the field to be deleted.

4. - Delete the mard file. ⇨ The following message appears: “Do you really want to delete this

recording?”

5. - Confirm.

⇨ The name if the file with field data disappears from the table.

14.4 Deleting travel passes

You can delete the travel passes of all saved fields. The other field data [➙ 88] will

not be deleted.

You can carry out this step e.g. at the end of the season.



3. - Mark the desired field.

4. - Press.

5. The “Data maintenance” screen appears.

6. - Click on “Delete travel passes”. ⇨ The following message appears: “All processed areas will be deleted!

Continue!”?

7. - Confirm.

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15 Cooperation with other applications

15.1 Cooperation with the application ISOBUS-TC

You can use TRACK-Leader together with the application ISOBUS-TC.

▪ You do not have to load or import any field data with TRACK-Leader. If you start an order in ISOBUS-TC, all field data will be directly transferred to TRACK-Leader.

▪ You can work on the basis of application cards, which are integrated in an order.

Please observe the following to be able to use both programs:

Always start an order in the application ISOBUS-TC, if you work with TRACK-Leader.

Activating and deactivating the cooperation with ISOBUS-TC

If you do not want to use the application ISOBUS-TC, deactivate the processing of ISO-XML-orders:

1. Open the application ISOBUS-TC

2. Open the “Settings” screen:

3. Configure the parameter “Work with ISO-XML?”.

4. Restart the terminal.

15.2 Cooperation with job computers

If an ISOBUS job computer is connected to the terminal, you can use all TRACK-Leader apps.

TRACK-Leader thereby takes on all parameters of the connected agricultural machine from the ISOBUS job computer.

Example: ▪ Working width ▪ Number of sections ▪ Geometry of the agricultural machine

The job computer receives the following information from TRACK-Leader. ▪ Commands for switching sections on and off (SECTION-Control)

Advantages

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16 Automatic section control SECTION Control

Fundamentals

SECTION-Control

Type of module: Add-on module.

With SECTION-Control you can command a connected job computer which parts of the agricultural machine should be switched off to avoid overlapping. This could be e.g. sections of a crop protection sprayer.

In order to be able to use this module, you must meet the following prerequisites: ▪ The “TRACK-Leader” plug-in must be activate. ▪ The “TRACK-Leader” license must be activated. ▪ The “SECTION-Control” license must be activated. ▪ The terminal must be connected to an ISOBUS job computer, which is

supported by SECTION-Control. ▪ The ISOBUS job computer must be configured.

The following functions will be available after the license activation: ▪ GPS-supported section control.

16.1 Configuring SECTION-Control

In this configuration step you configure the section control for your ISOBUS job computers.

The application recognizes each ISOBUS job computer by its ISO-ID and prepares a dedicated profile for each of them. This way you can configure different parameters for your drill and for your sprayer.

� Parameter “SECTION-Control” in menu “General” is activated.

1. Change to the “SECTION-Control” screen:

| SECTION-Control ⇨ A list with profiles from ISOBUS-job computers appears, which were

connected to a terminal some time ago. Each time you connect an ISOBUS job computer to the terminal, a new profile will be generated.

2. - Turn the rotary button and click on the ISOBUS job computer for which you would like to configure SECTION_Control. The connected job computer is marked with a green dot. ⇨ A list with the prepared parameters appears.

3. Set the parameters. You find an explanation on the next page.

Prerequisites

Functions

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16.2 Parameters for SECTION-control

Degree of overlapping

The degree of overlapping when processing a wedge-shaped area.

In the outer sections the set “degree of overlapping” is influenced by the parameter “overlapping tolerance”.

0% degree of overlapping 50% degree of overlapping

100% degree of overlapping

Possible values: ▪ 0% - When leaving a processed area each section is only switched on after the

machine has left the processed area. When driving on a processed area, the section is only switched off, when the section is 1% over the processed area.

▪ 50% - When leaving a processed area each section is only switched on after the machine has left the processed area by 50%. When driving on a processed area, the section is only switched off, when the section is 50% over the processed area. With 50% “degree of overlapping” the “overlapping tolerance” has no effect.

▪ .100% - When leaving a processed area each section is immediately switched on after the machine has left the processed area by 1%. When driving on a processed area, the section is only switched off, when the section is 100% over the processed area.

Overlapping tolerance

Use this parameter to define an impermissible overlap. The outer sections will only be enabled when the overlap exceeds the value of this parameter.

The “Overlapping tolerance” only refers to the outer left and right sections. All other sections are not effected by this parameter.

The following illustrations show how the Parameter “Overlapping tolerance” works with an “Overlapping degree” of 0%. The adjusted overlapping tolerance is mentioned below the illustrations.

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Overlapping tolerance with overlapping rate 0% - In both cases work was carried out with 25 cm overlap.

Overlapping tolerance 0cm

Here the section is switched off immediately.


Here the section is not switched off, since the current overlap is less than 30 cm.

If you have set the parameter “Degree of overlap” to 100%, the parameter “Overlapping tolerance” plays an important role when leaving a previously worked area. For instance when turning on an already processed headland.

Overlapping tolerance with overlapping rate 100% - In both cases the processed area was left by 25 cm.

Overlapping tolerance 0

If only 1% of the section is outside the processed area, the total section is switched on.


The overlapping tolerance enables the avoidance of unnecessary overlaps.

The right section will only be switched on, if the processed area is left by more than 30cm.

Possible values: ▪ Recommendation: Enter 30 cm as “Overlapping tolerance” if you use the

GPS-receiver A100. ▪ Tolerance 0 cm

The outer section is switched on or off when driving in or when leaving the driven track.

▪ Other value The outer section is switched on or off if the overlapping exceeds the value.

▪ Maximum value Half the section width of the outer section.

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Field border overlapping tolerance

Use this parameter to avoid that sections are switched at field borders with smallest overlapping.

The parameter works like “Overlapping tolerance”, but is only effective when exceeding the field border.

Before changing the distance, make sure that the current situation is safe for environment and surrounding area.

Overlapping nozzles (EDS)

This parameter can be used for crop protection sprayers with the function for individual nozzle control. In other systems it will not even appear in the display.

Use this parameter to set the number of nozzles to work in overlapping mode.

Inertia

There are two parameters: ▪ Inertia in case of On ▪ Inertia in case of Off

For both parameters you m enter how much time should pass, until a section valve responds to a signal from the terminal. Inertia represents the time that passes, until the opening pressure for a nozzle has built up (after switching on) or dropped (after switching off).

This value is required when switching sections on or off automatically. It depends on the type of section valve.

If, in case of a field sprayer, a section moves over an already treated area, it must be switched off. The software in this case sends a shut-down signal to the section control valve. This relieves the pressure in the half width valve. Until nothing comes out of the nozzles. This can take up to 400 milli-seconds.

This results in the section is active for 400 milli-seconds.

In order to prevent this, the parameter “Inertia at Off” must be set to 400 ms. Now the signal is transmitted to the section valve 400 milli seconds earlier. This way the placement can be stopped or started at exactly right time.

The following illustration explains the way the inertia functions. The illustration shows the real behaviour, not the screen displays.

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Inertia at Off was set to 0 If the set deceleration time is too short, work will continue with overlapping.

At this point the section valve has received a signal for switching off.At this point the sections have received a signal for switching off

At this point the crop protection sprayer will stop work.

Possible values: ▪ “Inertia in case of On”

Please enter the deceleration when switching on a section. e.g.

– Solenoid valve armature 400 ms

– Electrically motorized armature 1200 ms

▪ “Inertia in case of Off” Please enter the delay when switching off a section. e.g.

– Solenoid valve armature 300 ms

– Electrically motorized armature 1200 ms

Machine model

This parameter decides in which way the working bar is to follow the symbol of the GPS-receiver .

Possible values: ▪ “Self propelled machine”

Setting for self-propelled agricultural machines. ▪ “trailed”

Setting for agricultural machines, which are pulled by a tractor. ▪ “deactivated”

Settings for working implements.

Screen light bar

Type of screen light bar.

Possible values: ▪ “Deactivated”

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Deactivates the screen light bar ▪ “Graphic”

Activates the screen light bar in graphics mode ▪ “Text mode”

Activates the screen light bar in text mode ▪ “SECTION-View”

Activates SECTION-View

16.3 Calibrating inertia at On and inertial at Off

This chapter addresses advanced users and is explained by using the calibration of a crop protection sprayer as an example.

Before you read this chapter: ▪ Learn how to operate the terminal. ▪ Learn how to operate SECTION-Control.

The standard values for the parameters “Inertia with On” and “Inertia with Off” have been set for work with most crop protection sprayers.

Calibrate the parameters in the following cases: ▪ If you use a different agricultural machine in combination with SECTION-

Control. ▪ If the agricultural machine switches too late or too early when travelling on an

already processed area. ▪ If the agricultural machine switches too late or too early when leaving an

already processed area.

The next chapters you will learn how to calibrate the parameters.

The chapters and examples are based on a crop protection sprayer. With other agricultural equipment you should proceed in the same way.

Calibration phases

Calibration consists of several phases:

1. Preparing for calibration

2. Driving in the field for the first time

3. Driving in the field for the second time

4. Marking the placement limits

5. Calculating the correction value

6. Correcting the parameters “Inertia at On” and “Inertia at Off”

The phases are described in more detail in the following chapters.

Preparing for calibration

The following means and persons are required to carry out calibration: ▪ Two observers - two persons who mark the processed areas with pegs. ▪ Tools for marking the processed areas:

– approx. 200 to 300m barricade tape

– 8 pegs for marking in the field

▪ Crop protection sprayer with clear water in the tank.

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First travel pass

During this calibration phase you must drive in the field in a track.

The following illustration shows which points must be marked before and after driving. You find the corresponding instructions below the illustration.

Result of the first travel pass

Pegs

Mark the outer ends of the sections before the travel pass

Pegs

Mark the outer ends of the sections after the travel pass

Barricade tape between the pegs

Marks the borders of the travel pass

This is how to process the field for calibrating the inertia:

1. Start a new navigation with SECTION-Control.

2. Place the crop protection sprayer at the starting point of pass. The travel pass should not be near the field border, so that there is enough space for the second pass.

3. Unfold the boom.

4. Mark the ends of the outer sections with pegs.

5. Drive 100 to 200 meters straight ahead, spray out clear water.

6. After 100 to 200 meters stop and switch off the crop protection sprayer.

7. Save the pass driven in TRACK-Leader. This way the calibration can be repeated.

8. Mark the ends of the outer sections with pegs.

9. Connect the pegs with a barricade tape. This marks the borders of the pass in the field.

10. Fix the barricade tape with stones or soil on the ground.

⇨ You have completed the first travel pass and marked the borders of placement.

Second travel pass

In this phase you must process the area under a 90° angle to the first pass.

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CAUTION

Injury caused by driving crop protection sprayer Observers assisting in calibration may be hit by the boom.

◦ Clearly instruct the observers. Explain the dangers.

◦ Always make sure that the observers keep a safe distance to the folding boom.

◦ Stop the sprayer immediately if one of the observers comes to close to the sprayer.

In this phase you need the assistance of one or two more persons. These persons will watch the travel and the behaviour of the crop protection sprayer and mark the placement borders.

Clearly instruct these persons and warn them of any possible dangers.

The following illustration shows where the observers should stand and what is to be achieved in the end.

Travel pass 2

Position of the first observer

This line marks the point at which the nozzles start spraying, after it has left the processed area.

Position of the second observer

This line marks the point at which the nozzles stop spraying, when it drives on the processed area.

The tank is filled with clear water.

The observers take their places at a safe distance from the boom of the crop protection sprayer.

Navigation with the first travel pass is started.

SECTION-Control is in automatic mode.

1. Place the crop protection sprayer at a 90° angle to the previously travelled area in a distance of approx. 100m.

2. Drive with constant speed (e.g. 8 km/h) over the previously processed area. Spray out water.

3. The observers must remain at the previously marked travel pass limits in a safe distance to the boom.

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4. The observers must watch at which points the crop protection sprayer stops and starts spraying, when it passes over location it passed over before.

⇨ You know now how the crop protection sprayer will behave when it passes over a previously processed area.

To achieve even more accurate results, you can repeat this procedure several times.

Marking placement borders - for inertia at Off

In this phase you must mark where your crop protection sprayer stops spraying, when it drives over a processed area. You must also establish where it should stop spraying in the future.

This way you will learn whether the crop protection sprayer switches off too early or too late.

The following illustrations show, which lines must be marked in the field to be able to calculate the parameter “Inertia at Off”.

Lines for the parameter “Inertia at Off”. Left: Crop protection sprayer switches off too late. Right: Crop protection sprayer switches off too early.

P Distance between the desired output lines Z and the actual output line X

X Actual output line

At this point the crop protection sprayer stops the output.

Z Desired output line

At this point the crop protection sprayer should stop the output.

A short overlap of 10cm should be provided because of the depressurization period.

In both cases (left and right) the parameter “Inertia at Off” is incorrectly set. ▪ Left: Crop protection sprayer switches off too late. Inertia needs to be

increased. ▪ Right: Crop protection sprayer switches off too early. Inertia needs to be

reduced.

1. Compare the markings in the field with the drawings.

⇨ You know now whether the crop protection sprayer switches off too late or too early.

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Marking placement borders - for inertia at On

In this phase you must mark where your crop protection sprayer starts spraying, when it leaves a processed area. You must also establish where it should start spraying in the future.

This way you will learn whether the crop protection sprayer switches on too early or too late.

The following illustrations show, which lines must be marked in the field to be able to calculate the parameter “Inertia at On”.

Lines for the parameter “Inertia at On”. Left: Crop protection sprayer switches on too late. Right: Crop protection sprayer switches on too early.

P Distance between the desired output lines Z and the actual output line X

X Actual output line

At this point the crop protection sprayer starts to spray.

Z Desired output line

At this point the crop protection sprayer should start the output.

A short overlap of 10cm should be provided because of the pressurization period.

In both cases (left and right) the parameter “Inertia at On” is incorrectly set. ▪ Left: Crop protection sprayer switches on too late. Inertia needs to be

increased. ▪ Right: Crop protection sprayer switches on too early. Inertia needs to be

reduced.

1. Compare the markings in the field with the drawings.

⇨ You know now whether the crop protection sprayer switches on too late or too early.

Calculating the correction value

In the last phase you determined: ▪ Which parameter needs to be changed. ▪ Whether the actual inertia needs to be increased or reduced.

You must now calculate by how many milliseconds the incorrect parameter needs to be changed.

For this purpose you must calculate the so-called correction value.

For calculating the correction value you need to know how fast the crop protection sprayer travel during its pass. The speed must be specified in cm/millisecond.

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In the following tables you find some speeds and the conversion into cm/ms:

Travel speed in km/h Travel speed in cm/ms

6 km/h 0.16 cm/ms

8 km/h 0.22 cm/ms

10km/h 0.28 cm/ms

How to calculate the correction value:

1. [Distance P] : [Speed of the crop protection sprayer] = Correction value

2. The set “Inertia at On” or “Inertia at Off” must be corrected by this value.

Editing the parameter “Inertia”

Now you must adapt the parameters “Inertia at On” and “Inertia at Off”.

1. Change the parameter by the rule of thumb: - If the crop protection sprayer switches too late, it needs more time. Inertia needs to be increased. - If the crop protection sprayer switches too early, it needs less time. Inertia needs to be reduced.

2. Calculate a new value for the parameter “Inertia”. Perform this step separately for the two parameters “Inertia at On” and “Inertia at Off” If the crop protection sprayer switches on or off too late: Increase the actual inertia by the correction value If the crop protection sprayer switches on or off too early: Reduce the actual inertia by the correction value

A crop protection sprayer has driven with a speed of 8 km/h. This equals 0.22 cm/ms.

After the second pass the distance P was measured. It was 80 cm.

The currently set parameter “Inertia at Off” is 450 ms.

The crop protection sprayer was switched off too late when passing over the previously processed area. Point Z is located before point X in travel direction. The lines were marked as shown in the following illustration:

The crop protection sprayer switches off too late when passing over the processed area

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1. Calculating the correction value: [Distance P] : [Speed of the crop protection sprayer] = Correction value 80 : 0.22 = 364

2. Calculate a new value for the parameter “Inertia at Off”. Since the crop protection sprayer switches off too late, the parameter “Inertia at Off” must be increased by the correction value: 364 (correction value) + 450 (adjusted “Inertia at Off”) = 814 (new “Inertia at Off”)

3. Enter the value 814 for parameter “Inertia at Off”.

A crop protection sprayer has driven with a speed of 8 km/h. This equals 0.22 cm/ms.

After the second pass the distance P was measured. It was 80 cm.

The currently set parameter “Inertia at Off” is 450 ms.

The crop protection sprayer was switched off too early when passing over the previously processed area. Point Z is located after point X in travel direction. The lines were marked as shown in the following illustration:

The crop protection sprayer switches off too early when passing over the processed area

1. Calculating the correction value: [Distance P] : [Speed of the crop protection sprayer] = Correction value 80 : 0.22 = 364

2. Calculate a new value for the parameter “Inertia at Off”. Since the crop protection sprayer switches on or off too early, the parameter “Inertia at Off” must be reduced by the correction value: 450 (set “Inertia at Off”) - 364 (correction value) = 86 (new “ Inertia at Off”)

3. Enter the value 86 for parameter “Inertia at Off”.

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17 Order processing ISOBUS-TC

17.1 Fundamentals

17.1.1 About ISOBUS-TC

ISOBUS-TC is an application from Müller-Elektronik which creates an interface between the ISOBUS job computer, the SECTION-Control application and the land use planning index on the ISOBUS-terminals.

With ISOBUS-TC you can open and process all orders you have planned with your land use planning index on the terminal.

All information contained in the order are transferred to specialized applications of the terminal via ISOBUS-TC. This way every application just does what it can do best: ▪ The application card saved in the order, the field borders and other information

concerning work specific for partial areas are transferred to the TRACK-Leader. This enables you to work the field.

▪ ISOBUS-TC documents the duration of work, the participating persons and the machines and operating means used.

▪ After work ISOBUS-TC will save all work results to a USB-Stick, so that they can be opened again with the land use planning index.

The version described here supports the following functions: ▪ Creating orders on the terminal. ▪ View and work orders, which had been planned with the help of the land use

planning index. ▪ Transfer application cards from an order to TRACK-Leader. ▪ Transfer defaults to an ISOBUS job computer. ▪ Document the work performed. The type of documented data depends on the

type of ISOBUS job computer. ▪ Continuous recording of job data. ▪ Creating master data on the terminal.

17.1.2 USB stick

The USB-Stick is used for two purposes: ▪ It serves the purpose of transferring data between land use planning index and

terminal. ▪ It is used as storage medium during work.

Please observe at all times: ▪ The USB-Stick must always remain plugged in during work. ▪ The USB-Stick must have a folder “Taskdata”. [➙ 115]

▪ After work you must log out the USB-Stick, so that the data are saved correctly. [➙ 140]

▪ Use only USB-Sticks that comply with industrial standard (e.g. from Müller-Elektronik). If you use other USB-Sticks, you may encounter contact problems or write errors. Data may be lost.

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17.1.3 Setting the way you use ISOBUS-TC

You must first decide how you will use the application ISOBUS-TC. The operation of ISOBUS-TC and TRACK-Leader depends on this setting.

There are two scenarios in which you can use ISOBUS-TC. With the parameter “Work with ISO-XML?” you the set scenario you want to work with: ▪ “Yes”

Choose this setting if you want to create orders on your PC or on the Terminal. In this you must always start an order before you can start work. The exchange of data between ISOBUS-TC, TRACK-Leader and ISOBUS job computer only works this way. You require the “ISOBUS-TC” license for this purpose.

▪ “No” Choose this setting if you do not work with orders. Enter the output rates directly into the ISOBUS job computer instead. In this case ISOBUS-TC will only work in the background. You do not need a license for this. You can also skip all other chapters in this manual concerning the subject ISOBUS-TC.

In this manual it is assumed that you work with ISO-XML orders.

How to change the mode of the “ISOBUS-TC” application:

1. Change to the “Settings” screen:

| ISOBUS-TC | ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. - Mark an click on the line “Work with ISO-XML?”. ⇨ The mode will change with every click.

3. Set the desired mode.


⇨ The set mode becomes active after a restart.

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17.1.4 Starting the application ISOBUS-TC

1. Plug an empty USB-Stick into the terminal.

2. Call up application “Selection menu”:


3. Click on the line “ISOBUS-TC”. ⇨ The following screen appears:

⇨ The application “ISOBUS-TC” has been started.

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17.1.5 Operating elements in the application ISOBUS-TC

This chapter contains an overview of all function icons that may appear in the application ISOBUS-TC.

The application ISOBUS-TC is operated with rotary button and function keys.


Change to the “Task data” screen – If a task has been started.

Change to the “Task list” screen – If no task has been started.

Back

Change to the “Settings” screen

Set how you use the application.

Remove the USB-Stick

Only appears if there is a folder “Taskdata” on the USB-Stick.

Prepare an empty USB-Stick for use with the application “ISOBUS-TC”.

The folder “Taskdata” is created on the USB-Stick.

Search for an order or for master data

Create a new task

Copy an existing task

Divide the stopped task

Start task

Stop task

Confirm

Save task data

Choose worker

Deactivate worker

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Choose machine

Deactivate machine

Enter filled quantity

Enter emptied quantity

17.1.6 Screen set-up in the application ISOBUS-TC

In the application ISOBUS-TC there are three important screens you should learn to know: ▪ Master data screen [➙ 108] ▪ Task list screen [➙ 109] ▪ Task data screen [➙ 110]

Master data screen

The “Master data” screen is the start screen of the application ISOBUS-TC. From this screen you can access any of the other screens.

By this icon you recognize the “Master data” screen.

The icon appears in the upper area of the screen.

Master data screen

In the main area of this screen you see the folders that contain data from the land use planning index.

If you move the cursor with the rotary button all the way down, further folders with master data will appear.

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Task list screen

The “Task list” screen contains the designations of all tasks on the USB-Stick.

By this icon you recognize the “Task list” screen.


Task list screen

Below the task list you can view the background information to the highlighted task.

The colour of the icon in front of the task designation informs you about the status of the task,

Tasks with a preceding asterisk are copies of other tasks.

The following table contains an overview of all icons used to identify the various types of task.

Symbol Colour of icon Meaning

bright yellow Tasks not started

dark yellow Pausing tasks

green Started tasks

red Stopped tasks

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Tasks not started

Tasks not started are tasks which are on the USB-Stick but have not yet been started.

This may include the following tasks: ▪ Newly created tasks ▪ Copies of existing tasks - if an asterisk appears in front of the task designation

Pausing tasks

Pausing tasks are tasks that have been interrupted, but have not yet been processed. A task automatically pauses if another task is started while the original task is in progress.

Started tasks

Started tasks are tasks that have been started and are currently being processed.

Stopped tasks

Stopped tasks are tasks that have been stopped. These normally are tasks that have been processed. However, the program has no possibility to check the completeness of this processing.

Task data screen

The “Task data” screen contains all information for the selected task.

The “Task data” screen appears after you have selected or created a task in the “task list” screen.

By this icon you recognize the “Task data” screen.


The colour of the icon may change in dependence on whether the task has been started or is new.

Green - the indicated task has been started.

Yellow - the indicated task has not been started.

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Task data screen

Designation and number of task

Consecutive number of task.

TSK means TASK, in German: Auftrag

Cursor

Highlights a line that can now be clicked on with the rotary button

Task processing phase

Indicates the task processing phase [➙ 134].

Area with function icons

Icons that can be actuated in this screen.

Task data area

Contains detailed information to the chosen task

Counter area

Only appears if the task has been started.

The following icon may also appear in the task data area:

It means that the task data also contain a set value card. The icon solely serves the purpose of information.

17.1.7 Exporting machine settings for the land use planning index

Before you prepare a task for the application ISOBUS-TC, the land use planning index must be aware of the number of the job computer that is installed in the agricultural machine.

In order to transfer this number to the land use planning index, you must first create an empty task on the terminal. This task must then be opened with the land use planning index.

You must perform this step under the following circumstances: ▪ Before initial commissioning. ▪ If you connect the terminal to a new machine. ▪ If you change the machine parameters in the job computer.

This step saves all parameters in the job computer of the agricultural machine in an XML-file These data are then identified with an unambiguous number.

The unambiguous ID-number is also the serial number of the connected job computer. You find it in the application “Selection menu”.

You must repeat this step once for each ISOBUS-compatible agricultural machine.

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You have connected the terminal to the job computer of the machine that you would like to add to the master data.

You have configured the machine.


2. Create a folder “Taskdata” on the USB-Stick [→ 115]

3. Create a new task [➙ 116]. You do not need to enter any task data in this task.

4. Start the task [➙ 128].


5. Wait several minutes, until the counter appears. ⇨ The following screen appears:

6. - Stop the task.

7. - Change to the “Master data” screen.

8. - Save data to the USB-Stick. ⇨ The machine data are saved in the file “Taskdata.xml” in the folder

“Taskdata” on the USB-Stick.

9. Wait until data are written and read.

⇨ The function icon disappears.

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10. Remove the USB-Stick from the terminal.

⇨ You have transferred the machine parameters to the USB-Stick.

Depending on whether you export the machine data in order to create a new machine in the land use planning index or to update an existing machine, you must proceed differently in the land use planning index.

Please follow the instructions of your land use planning index.

NOTE

If you create a machine more than once in the land use planning index, errors may later appear in ISOBUS-TC.

◦ Create each machine only once in the land use planning index.

17.1.8 Managing ISO-XML master data

Master data are data you use to fill up the tasks. These may be customer name, fields or worker data.

This is how the master data are saved to the USB-Stick: ▪ From the land use planning index - You can save master data together with a

task from the land use planning index to the USB-Stick. This enables you to create new tasks on the terminal and to fill these with the existing master data. However, you should not create any master data on the terminal. New master data will be ignored and overwritten by the land use planning index.

▪ You can create master data on the terminal and save these to the USB-Stick. This has the disadvantage, that the data cannot be read out with any external program. They can also not be deleted.

NOTE

Incompatible land use planning index Before you start to manage or select master data you should check whether you land use planning index is able to import tasks with changed data.

There are the following criteria for master data: ▪ Customers ▪ Farms. A farm can only be assigned to one customer. ▪ Equipment ▪ Product groups ▪ Fields. A field can be assigned to a customer or a farm. ▪ Worker

The data are hierarchically linked. This means that you always must assign a farm to a customer, a field to a farm and a customer, etc.

How to create new master data on the terminal:

1. Open the application ISOBUS-TC.

2. Choose a folder with the master data: “Fields”, “Farms”, “Customers”, “Workers” or “Products”.

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3. - Create a new data set. ⇨ A form appears in the display.

4. Fill in then fields. You can no longer change the data after you have saved the entry.

5. - Save the entry.

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17.2 Step 1: Transferring data from the land use planning index to the

terminal

You can transfer data from the land use planning index to the terminal in the following ways: ▪ With a USB-Stick:

17.2.1 Transferring data with a USB-Stick

You created the folder “Taskdata” on the USB-Stick.

The folder “Taskdata” contains the file “Taskdata.xml”.

1. Start the application ISOBUS-TC.

| ISOBUS-TC

2. Plug the USB-Stick into the terminal. ⇨ The following message appears:

“Task data are being copied!”

⇨ The task processed last is automatically started.

17.2.2 Creating the folder “Taskdata” on the USB-Stick

In the following cases you must create the folder “Taskdata”: ▪ If the folder does not yet exist. ▪ If you would like to export the machine settings into the land use planning

index.


2. Call up the application ISOBUS-TC: | ISOBUS-TC ⇨ The following screen appears:

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⇨ If the following function symbol appears on the screen, the folder has already been created.

3. – Press.

4. – Press. ⇨ The folder “Taskdata” is created on the USB-Stick.

⇨ A function icon appears in the “Master data” screen:

17.3 Step 2: Choosing a task for processing

Before you start work you must first choose which task you want to process.

Here you have the following possibilities: ▪ Create a new task on the terminal ▪ Continue an existing task

17.3.1 Creating a new task on the terminal

You can create a new task directly on the terminal.

If you create a task directly on the terminal you do not need to fill it with task data immediately. You can process a task and enter what you have done in which field into the land use planning index.

Here you have the following possibilities: ▪ Create a new task on the terminal ▪ Copy an existing task and create this copy as a new task.

Creating a new task

1. Change to the “Master data” screen ⇨ The following screen appears:

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2. Click on the line “Tasks”. ⇨ The following screen appears:

The “Task list” may show tasks that have already been created, as in this illustration.

3. - Create the new task. ⇨ The following screen appears:

⇨ The terminal assigned the current date and time to the new task. The task

has not yet been saved. ⇨ You have created a new task.

You now have the following possibilities: ▪ You can fill the task with task data. [➙ 123] ▪ You can start the task. [➙ 128] ▪ You can save the task. [➙ 126]

Copying an existing task

You do not always need to create a new task. In most cases it is most sensible to copy an existing task and to use this copy to create a new task.

The copy of the task contains all field limits and application cards of the original task, but can be fully edited.

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3. Mark a task that has the most similarities with the task you would like to create. The task must not be started.

4. - Create a copy of an existing task. ⇨ The following message appears:

“Copy task?”

5. - Confirm. ⇨ The following screen appears:

⇨ The new task is added to the list and marked with an asterisk as a copy.

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⇨ You have created a new task.

You now have the following possibilities: ▪ You can start the copied task. [➙ 128]

17.3.2 Taking over an existing task

You can process one of the tasks that appear in the “Task list” screen.

The tasks may come from a land use planning index, which are normally saved on the USB-Stick.

Here you have the following possibilities: ▪ Continue an existing task ▪ Divide a started task

Continuing a task

You have copied the data from the land use planning index to the USB-stick.

You have plugged the USB-Stick into the terminal.

1. Change to the “Master data” screen. ⇨ The following screen appears:


⇨ The list contains an overview of tasks saved to the USB-Stick.

3. Click on the desired task. It does not matter which icon is used to mark the task. You can continue any task.

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⇨ The task data for the task have already been filled in. You can no longer

change them.

You can now read the following chapter: ▪ Step 3: Enter and save task data [➙ 123] ▪ Start the task [➙ 128]

Dividing a started task

Use this function in the following case:

You have already processed a task and driven part of the field. You have, however, noticed that you would like to process the rest of the field with another product or would like to change the concentration.

In the started task you can no longer change the products. You must therefore divide the task.

After this division the original task is split into two tasks: ▪ Processed part of task – Remains under the name of the original task. It

contains all information that resulted from the processing. ▪ Unprocessed part of task – Appears in the list as a new task. You can continue

processing this task. The task contains all field limits and field data of the original task.

1. Change to the “Master data” screen ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. Click on the line “Tasks”.

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⇨ The list contains an overview of tasks saved to the USB-Stick.

3. Start the desired task. You can only copy started tasks.

4. - Back to the “Task list” screen. ⇨ The following screen appears:

The task must be marked with the following icon:

- Task started

5. - Divide the task. ⇨ The following message appears:

“Divide task?”

6. - Confirm.

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A new task appears in the task list screen. The task is marked with an asterisk. This task is the not yet processed part of the original task. It contains all data of the original task. The field limits and obstructions from the SECTION Control in particular.

⇨ You have divided the task and made a copy.

You now have the following possibilities: ▪ You can change the set values and products for this task. [➙ 124]

In this respect see also

Choosing set value and mixture [➙ 124]

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17.4 Step 3: Entering and saving task data

17.4.1 Entering task data

You can only enter the task data you have created in the land use planning index and saved on your USB-Stick.

The task data created in the land use planning index are saved under the following categories:

Symbol Designation of the category Comment

Customer

Farm

Field

Responsible person

Worker Can only be chosen after the

task has been started

Machine Can only be chosen after the

task has been started

Product and set value

Measure

Filling and emptying

The designations used here do not always match the designations of the categories in the land use planning index. This is because the designations may be different in each land use planning index.

If you have not created any data in a category, the following screen may appear:

Depending on the category, another cancelled icon may appear.

Choosing the customer

1. Click on the following line for two seconds:

⇨ The list with available customers appears.

2. Choose a customer from the list. ⇨ The name of the customer appears in the “Task data” screen.

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⇨You have assigned the task to a customer.

Choosing the farm (operation)


⇨ The list with available farms appears. ⇨ The list only contains farms that belong to the chosen customer.

2. Click on the desired farm. ⇨ The chosen farm appears in the “Task data” screen.

⇨ You have assigned the task to a farm.

Choosing the field


⇨ The list with available fields appears. ⇨ The list only contains fields that belong to the chosen farm.

2. Choose the desired field. ⇨ The chosen field appears in the “Task data” screen.

⇨ You have assigned the task to a field.

Choosing the responsible person


⇨ The list with available persons appears.

2. Choose the responsible person. ⇨ The name of the person appears in the “Task data” screen.

⇨ You have assigned the task to a person.

Choosing set value and mixture

In the screen you see the following symbols:

Mixture

Designation of the mixture to be placed

Machine part

If the machine has more than one hopper or metering system, you can at this point assign a set value to a machine part.

Product

If the mixture consists of several products you can at this point name the individual products.

To the right of each icon there are input fields which you can mark and click with the cursor.

In these input fields you can enter which mixture consisting of which products is to be placed in which quantity.

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The application does not check whether the total of all quantities of individual products results in the set value of the mixture.

The following illustration shows an overview of the input fields:

Overview of input fields

Line for the set value

These values are transferred to the ISOBUS job computer.

Quantity of product

Machine part Measuring unit

Products

If the placed product is a mixture, you can at this point enter of which products the mixture is made up.

Type of products

Area for a second set value

The task is started.

1. Click on the following line in the “Task data” screen:

⇨ The list with set values appears.

2. Click into the first field next to the icon .

3. Enter the first set value.

4. To the right choose unit and average (optional).

5. Click in the field next to this symbol: ⇨ The list with connected ISOBUS job computers appears.

6. Choose the job computer. ⇨ The list with machine parts, to which you can assign a set value, appears.

Their nature and designation depends on the ISOBUS job computer.

7. - Select the machine part to which you would like to assign a set value. ⇨ The list with set values appears. The chosen machine appears next to the

symbol . ⇨ You have assigned a set value to a machine part.

8. Repeat this step for the next set value. Uyse the empty fields for this purpose.

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9. - Confirm and save the input.

⇨ The ISOBUS job computer accepts the set value.

Measure


⇨ The list with available measures appears.

2. Choose a measure.

⇨ The chosen measure appears in the “Task data” screen.

17.4.2 Showing task data

How to show more information to the task data:

Call up the “Task data” screen.

1. Just click on the line with task data: , , , . For this purpose the line should contain some data. ⇨ A form with detailed information is displayed.

17.4.3 Saving task data

You can only save the task, if the function icon appears in the “task data” screen.

The task data can no longer be changed after they have been saved.

You have created a new task and entered the task data.

You are in the following screen:

1. – Save task data. This function icon only appears when saving is possible.

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Then saved task appears in the “Task list” screen. The name consists of the date and time the task was created.

⇨ You have saved the task.

New parameters appear in the “Task data” screen: ▪ Machine ▪ Worker

You can only change these parameters after you have started the task.

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17.5 Step 4: Start task

You can start any task, irrespective of its status.

1. Change to the “Task list” screen ⇨ The following screen appears:

2. Click on the desired task. ⇨ The following screen appears:

3. - Start the task. ⇨ The following screen appears:

⇨ The task has a new status: Green – Task started.

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⇨ The following function icons appear:

- Stop the task.

⇨ You have started the task.

You now have the following possibilities: ▪ You can choose a machine. [➙ 129] ▪ You can choose a worker. [➙ 131] ▪ You can stop the task. [➙ 138]

17.5.1 Choosing the machine

In this step you must choose the machine or equipment for processing the task.

You can add any number of machines and equipment.

The terminal documents the working time of the added machines.

Add machine

Activate a deactivated machine again (press long)

Deactivate machine

Machines can be activated or deactivated. The terminal thereby calculates the time for each machine in which it was active.

The icon in front of the machine designation tells you whether the machine is activated or deactivated.

Machine is deactivated

(red background)

Machine is activated

(green background)

no symbol

If you process the task on a machine that has not been planned for this purpose, no icon appears in front of the machine name.

How to choose a machine from a list

You have started a task.


Operator controls

Symbols

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⇨ The screen contains a list with all machines you had assigned to this task.

If you process the task on the assigned machine, the displayed machine become activate. If you process the task on a machine that has not been assigned to the task, no icon appears in front of the machine name.

⇨ If the machine “ME_ISO_Spritze” appears at this point, you have not created an ISO-machine in your land use planning index.

2. - Add machines. ⇨ A list with machines and equipment appears:

3. Click on the desired machine or equipment in the list. For example, a tractor you use to pull a sprayer. ⇨ The following screen appears:

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⇨ Under the designation of the machine you can find the following information: - With active machines: Date and time of activation - With deactivated machines: Date and time of the deactivation

4. Add further machines or equipment.

⇨ You have chosen a machine.

How to activate a deactivated machine:


2. Mark a deactivated machine in the list.

3. - Press for 3 seconds. ⇨ The machine is activated.

17.5.2 Choose worker

In this step you must choose the workers who should process the task.

You can add any number of workers.

The terminal documents the working time of the added workers.

Add workers

(grey asterisk next to the image of the worker)

End the shift of the worker

(red x next to the image of the worker)

Workers can be activated or deactivated. The terminal thereby calculates the working time of the activated workers.

The icon next to the name of the worker informs you of whether the worker is activated or deactivated.

Worker is deactivated

(red background)

Worker is activated

(green background)

no symbol

No icon appears in front of the name of the worker planned for the task.

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How to activate a worker:



2. Mark the name of a planned or deactivated worker in the list.

3. - Press for 3 seconds. ⇨ The worker is activated.

How to activate a worker who had not been planned for the task:



The name of the planned worker appears in the screen. However, this worker

is not yet activated.

2. – Add a worker. ⇨ A list with the names of available workers appears.

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3. Click on the desired worker in the list. ⇨ The following screen appears:

The chosen worker has been added and activated. ⇨ Under the name of the worker you can find the following information:

- With active worker: Date and time of activation - With deactivated workers: Date and time of the deactivation

⇨ You have chosen a worker.

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17.6 Step 5: Using ISOBUS-TC during work

17.6.1 Entering the change of shift


2. - End the shift of the active worker. ⇨ From now on the working time of the worker is no longer documented.

3. – Add a worker. ⇨ A list with the names of available workers appears.

If the name of the desired worker does not appear, it has not yet been created in the land use planning index.

4. Click on the desired worker in the list. ⇨ The worker is added to the task. ⇨ The counters start to document the working time.

⇨ You have chosen a worker.

17.6.2 Changing a set value


2. Click into the first field next to the icon .

3. Enter the desired set value.

4. - Confirm and save the input.

⇨ The machine will accept the set value.

17.6.3 Choosing the phase of task processing

By setting the phase of task processing, the tasks can be invoiced more accurately.

The phase of task processing can be viewed in the “Task data” screen.

There are the following phases: ▪ Travel time ▪ Preparation ▪ Work time ▪ Pause ▪ Repair time

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1. Click on the following line in the “Task data” screen: TSK- (consecutive task number)


2. Click on the desired phase of task processing.

⇨ The new phase can be viewed in the “Task data” screen.

17.6.4 Evaluating the counter

When you start a task, you can evaluate the counter during placement.

The counter appears in the “Task data” screen.

Task data screen with one counter

The values in the counter are updated two to three times per minute.

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The displayed counter depends on the connected machine.

17.6.5 Showing the counter of a machine

1. Change to the “Task data” screen


⇨ The screen with the chosen machines appears.

3. - Click on the desired machine.

⇨ The counters of the chosen machine appear in the “Task data” screen.

17.6.6 Documenting filling and emptying

On ISO-machines filling and emptying are automatically documented.

On non-ISO machines you can document filling and emptying using the application ISOBUS-TC.

After weighing a supply wagon the driver can enter that he has loaded 20 tonnes of maize.

After the placement of 5000 litres of liquid manure with a non-ISO liquid manure tanker, the driver can enter the placed quantity as “Emptying”.


Enter filled quantity

Enter emptied quantity

How to document the filling and emptying of a hopper, on non-ISO machines

You have started a task.

1. Call up the “Task data” screen.

2. Click on the following line:

Filling/emptying

Procedure

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Example 2

Operator controls

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3. Press the desired function key.

- Enter the filled in quantity

- Enter the drained off quantity ⇨ The following screen appears:

⇨ The icon in the upper left hand corner tells you whether you should enter

the filled quantity of the emptied quantity.

4. The screen consists of three columns into which you can enter data: Into the left column: Enter the quantity. Into the middle column: Enter the unit of measurement. l = Litre t = Tons In the right column: Choose the product that had been filled or emptied from the list.

5. - Exit the screen.

6. The following message appears: “Save changes?”

7. “Yes” - Confirm.

⇨ The “Task data” screen appears.

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17.6.7 Exiting the application ISOBUS-TC

You can exit the application ISOBUS-TC at any time. Tasks are thereby neither ended, nor aborted.

1. - Call up the “Selection menu” application . ⇨ The selection menu appears.

2. Start the desired application.

17.7 Step 6: Stopping work

You can stop a task at any time. You must decide whether the task has been completed or needs to be resumed.

If you stop work you must decide what is to happen with the task. Depending on whether the task has been completed or needs to be resumed, you can do the following: ▪ Stop task ▪ Pause task

17.7.1 Stopping a task

1. Change to the “Task data” screen

2. - Stop the task. ⇨ The task is stopped.

⇨ In the “Task list” screen the task is marked red.

17.7.2 Pausing a task

You can pause a task if you are forced to interrupt your work while the task has not been completed.

A task can only be paused, if it had been started.

You have started a task and are in the “Task data” screen:

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1. Change to the “Task list” screen while the task has been started. ⇨ The following screen appears:

The active task is marked green.

2. Click on any, favourably a stopped task. ⇨ The following screen appears:

3. - Start the task. ⇨ The active task is paused, the chosen task is started.

4. - Stop the task. ⇨ The task is stopped. ⇨ In the “Task list” screen the original task is marked yellow.

⇨ The paused task is now marked yellow.

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17.8 Step 7: Transferring tasks to the land use planning index

If you have processed a task or a set of tasks you must export the processed tasks from the terminal for further processing and evaluation.

Here you have the following possibility: ▪ Use a USB-Stick to transfer tasks to the land use planning index.

Transferring tasks with a USB-Stick

You have completed all tasks.

All tasks are highlighted red in the task list.

1. Call up the “Master data” screen.

2. - Write task data to the USB-stick.

⇨ Wait until the icon disappears and the LED on the USB-stick stops flashing.

3. Remove the USB-Stick.

4. Plug the USB-Stick into the farm PC.

5. Import and edit the data with the land use planning index.

17.9 Important files on the USB-stick

All task data, field data and machine data are saved on the USB-Stick. These data can therefore be transferred between terminal and land use planning index.

All data always have a standardized designation, which must not be changed.

The files mentioned here may appear in different folders.

TASKDATA.xml - A file that contains all task data from the land use planning index. It is saved by the land use planning index on the hard disk of the farm PC or on a USB-Stick.

The file Taskdata.xml must not be bigger than 2 MB. Too large files can cause problems during transmission and thereby slow down the terminal tremendously.

GRD{Nummer}.bin – A file that contains the application cards for a field. If you intend to use task processing with application cards, you must also transfer this file to the terminal.

TaskData – A folder that contains all tasks of a task set, which are being processed.

Please read also this chapter: Creating the folder “Taskdata” on the USB-Stick [➙ 115]

TaskData_work – A folder that contains all tasks of a task set, which are currently being processed.

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Important data:

Important folders:

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The folder is created automatically as soon as the USB-Stick is plugged into the terminal. It replaces the folder Taskdata, until the task data are written to the USB-

Stick. I.e. until the function key is pressed.

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18 Maintenance and care

NOTE

This product does not contain any serviceable or repairable parts! Do not open the housing!

18.1 Cleaning and servicing the terminal ▪ Operate the keys with your finger tips. Avoid using your finger nails. ▪ Clean the product with a soft, slightly damp cloth. ▪ Use only clear water or glass cleaning agent.

18.2 Disposing of the device

After use dispose of this product in strict compliance with the EU waste disposal directives as electronic waste.

18.3 Checking the software version

1. Call up application “Service”:

| Service

2. The following screen appears:

3. Read the software version under the ME-logo.

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18.4 Technical data

18.4.1 Technical data of terminal

Parameter Value

Operating voltage 10 - 30 V

Operating temperature -20 - +70 °C

Storage temperature -30 - +80 °C

Weight 1.3 kg

Dimensions (W × H × D) 220 × 210 × 95 mm

Class of protection IP 54 acc. to DIN 40050/15

EMC Acc. to ISO 14982 / PREN 55025

ESD Protection Acc. to ISO 10605

Power consumption On terminals without GSM-modem and without external equipment.

Typically: 0.4A at 13.8V

Screen VGA TFT colour display; screen diagonal: 14.5 cm ; resolution: 640×480 pixel

Processor 32 Bit ARM920T up to 400MHz

RAM 64 MB SDRAM

Boot-Flash 128 MB

Internal clock Capacitor buffered, keeps the time over 2 weeks without external electric power supply.

Keyboard 17 keys and rotary button.

Outputs 2 × CAN

1 × USB 1.1

2 x RS232. Second RS232 with limited functionality.

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18.4.2 Pin assignment Port A

Portv A is a 9-pin D-Sub socket on the ISO agricultural machine interface (CAN).

Pin No.: Signal: Pin No.: Signal

1 CAN_L 6 - Vin1 (GND)

2 CAN_L1 7 CAN_H1

3 CAN_GND1 8 CAN_EN_out2

4 CAN_H 9 + Vin1

5 CAN_EN_in

Legend:

+Vin = Voltage supply (+)

– Vin = Ground (-)

1) - Signals marked 1 correspond with the CiA-assignment (CAN in automation).

The two signals CAN_L and CAN_L1 or CAN_H and CAN_H1 are internally connected and serve the purpose of looping through the CAN-Bus.

By attaching CAN_EN_in to supply potential (= +Vin), the terminal can be switched on.

The signals “-Vin” and “CAN_GND” are directly connected with both plugs, potential differentials between the pins of the two sockets must therefore be strictly avoided.

2) Complies with TBC_Pwr in ISO 11783. If the terminal is switched on, voltage is applied to this pin (supply voltage minus approx. 1.2V).

18.4.3 Pin assignment Port B

The pin assignment on port B depends on the hardware version of the terminal. [➙

14]

Terminal with hardware version 3.0.0 and higher

9pin D-Sub plug

Port B is a 9 pin -Sub plug.

With the assignment the plug can be used for the following purposes:

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Purpose: Pins used

As second CAN interface 7, 9

As second CAN interface 2, 3, 4, 5

As signal input for two digital and one analog signal.

1, 5, 6, 8

Pin assignment Port B

Pin No.:

Signal: Pin No.:

Signal

1 Wheel sensor1 6 PTO-shaft2

2 /RxD 7 CAN_H

3 /TxD 8 Work position sensor3 or

Backwards signal for determining the travel direction

4 Voltage supply for the GPS-receiver A1004

9 CAN_L

5 GND

Legend:

1) Digital input acc. to: ISO 11786:1995 chapter 5.2

2) Digital input acc. to: ISO 11786:1995 chapter 5.3

3) Analog input acc. to: ISO 11786:1995 chapter 5.5

4) The pin is connected with pin 4 from port C in parallel. The total load is 600mA.

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18.4.4 Pin assignment Port C

Connection C is a RS232 interface

CAUTION

Damage to the equipment caused by short-circuit Pin 4 of connection C is live. The voltage depends on the operating voltage of the terminal and is used to supply the DGPS receiver A100 from Müller-Elektronik. Other GPS receivers may be damaged when connected. Before you want to connect a different GPS receiver.

◦ Check the voltage of the terminal connection (12V or 24V).

◦ Check the pin assignment of the GPS receiver.

◦ Check the permissible voltage for the GPS receiver.

◦ Compare the voltage of the terminal with the permissible voltage of the GPS receiver.

◦ Compare the Pin assignments.

◦ Connect the GPS receiver only to the terminal if the voltages ranges and pin assignments of the devices do not differ.

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Pin assignment Port C

Pin No.: Signal

1 DCD

2 /RxD

3 /TxD

4 Voltage supply for the GPS-receiver A1001

5 GND

6 DSR

7 RTS

8 CTS

9 RI (+5 V)

Legend:

1) The pin is connected with pin 4 from port B in parallel. The total load is 600mA.

When the terminal is switched on it directs electric current to the devices which are connected via the RS232 plug. The voltage on the RS232 plug depends on the operating voltage of the terminal.

If the terminal is connected to a 12 Volt battery it directs approx. 11.3 Volt on to the connected device.

If the terminal is connected to a 24 Volt battery it directs approx. 23.3 Volt on to the connected device.

Only the signals RxD and TxD and GND are required for using a GPS-receiver.

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19 Notes

HORSCH, LLC200 Knutson StMapleton, ND 58059 USA Tel: 701-532-1000Fax: 701-532-1101E-Mail: [email protected] Internet: www.horsch.com

All details on technical specifi cations and pictograms are approximate and for information only. Subject to technical product revisions.

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