Trimble TRACK III Display System Instruction Manual
- June 11, 2024
- Trimble
Table of Contents
- Trimble TRACK III Display System
- Product Information
- FAQs
- For your safety
- About these Operating Instructions
- Product description
- Mounting and installation
- Basic control principles
- GPS receiver
- Joystick
- Camera
- Service application
- Tractor-ECU application
- Virtual ECU application
- ISOBUS-TC application
- FILE-Server application
- Technical specifications
- Troubleshooting
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Trimble TRACK III Display System
Product Information
Specifications:
- Product Name: TRACK-Guide III
- Version: V14.20231106 07/11/2023
- Manufacturer: Trimble Inc.
- Corporate Office Address: 10368 Westmoor Drive Westminster, CO 80021 USA
- Email: trimble_support@trimble.com
- Website: www.trimble.com
Product Description:
The TRACK-Guide III is a GPS-guided display system designed for agricultural purposes. It provides precise navigation and control functionalities for farming equipment.
Mounting and Installation:
-
Mounting the Display in the Vehicle Cab:
Follow the instructions provided in the manual to securely mount the display in the vehicle cabin. -
Inserting micro-SD Card: Insert a micro-SD card as per the guidelines to enable additional storage functionality.
Basic Control Principles:
- Switching On the Display: Press the power button to turn on the display. Follow the on-screen instructions for initial setup.
GPS Receiver:
The device is equipped with a GPS receiver for accurate positioning and navigation.
Joystick:
The joystick allows for easy navigation and control of the system. Configure button allocations as needed.
Camera:
- Connecting the Camera: Connect the camera to the display following the specific instructions for HQ2 and NQ models.
- Activating and Operating the Camera: Follow the steps to activate and operate the camera for enhanced visibility.
FAQs
- Q: How do I update the software on TRACK-Guide III?
- A: To update the software, visit the manufacturer’s website and download the latest firmware version. Follow the provided instructions for installation.
- Q: Can TRACK-Guide III work in all weather conditions?
- A: TRACK-Guide III is designed to withstand various weather conditions, but extreme conditions may affect its performance. Ensure proper maintenance for optimal functionality.
TRACK-Guide III
Installation and operating instructions
Version: V14.20231106 07/11/2023
Corporate Office
10368 Westmoor Drive Westminster, CO 80021 USA
Agriculture Business Area
Trimble Inc. Trimble Agriculture Division 10368 Westmoor Drive Westminster, CO
80021 USA trimble_support@trimble.com www.trimble.com
Legal Notices
© 2023, Trimble Inc. All rights reserved. Trimble, the Globe & Triangle logo
are trademarks of Trimble Inc, registered in the United States and in other
countries. Field-IQ is a trademark of Trimble Inc. All other trademarks are
the property of their respective owners.
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For your safety
Basic safety instructions [ 2] Intended use [ 3] Layout and meaning of warnings [ 3] Disposal [ 4] Instructions on retrofitting [ 4]
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1 | For your safety
Basic safety instructions
Please read the following safety instructions carefully before using the
product for the first time. · Do not operate the display while driving in road
traffic. Come to a standstill in order to use the unit. · Before maintenance
or repair to the tractor, always disconnect the connection between the tractor
and the display. · Before charging the tractor battery, always disconnect the
connection between the tractor and the display. · Before welding on the
tractor or implement, always disconnect the power supply to the display. · Do
not make any unauthorized modifications to the product. Unauthorized
modifications or use may impair safety and reduce the service life or
operability of the unit. Modifications are considered unauthorized if they are
not described in the product documentation. · Follow all recognised safety,
industrial and medical rules as well as all road traffic laws. · The product
does not include any user-serviceable parts. Do not open the casing. If the
casing is opened, its imperviousness can be changed. · Read the operating
instructions to the agricultural device which you want to control by using the
product.
Using a camera
The camera serves solely for observing the implement functions in non-safety-
related working areas of the agricultural implement. In certain situations,
the camera image may appear on the screen with a delay. The delay depends on
the respective use of the display and can also be affected by external factors
and devices. For this reason, please note the following information:
· Do not use the camera to assist with steering the vehicle: not in road
traffic, and not on private properties.
· Do not use the camera to watch the road traffic or when driving into
intersections. · Do not use the camera as a rear view camera. · Do not use the
camera as a visual aid for controlling the implement, especially , when a
delayed reaction
can lead to risks. · Using a camera does not exempt you from your due
diligence obligation to pay attention to safety when
operating the implement.
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Intended use
The display is used to operate implements equipped with ISOBUS ECUs. Intended
use also includes compliance with the conditions for operation and repairs
prescribed by the manufacturer. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any
personal injury or property damage resulting from noncompliance. All risk
arising from improper use lies with the user. All applicable accident
prevention regulations and all other generally recognized safety, industrial,
and medical standards as well as all road traffic laws must be observed. Any
unauthorized modifications made to the equipment will void the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Layout and meaning of warnings
All safety instructions found in these Operating Instructions are composed in
accordance with the following pattern:
WARNING This signal word identifies medium-risk hazards, which could
potentially cause death or serious physical injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION This signal word identifies hazards that could potentially cause minor
or moderate physical injury or damage to property, if not avoided.
NOTICE This signal word identifies hazards that could potentially cause damage
to property, if not avoided. There are some actions that need to be performed
in several steps. If there is a risk involved in carrying out any of these
steps, a safety warning appears in the instructions themselves. Safety
instructions always directly precede the step involving risk and can be
identified by their bold font type and a signal word. Example
1. NOTICE! This is a notice. It warns that there is a risk involved in the
next step. 2. Step involving risk.
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Disposal
When it has reached the end of its service life, please dispose of this
product as electronic scrap in accordance with all applicable waste management
laws.
Instructions on retrofitting
Instructions on how to retrofit electrical and electronic farm equipment
and/or components
Agricultural equipment used today features electronic components and parts
whose function can be affected by other farm equipment which emits
electromagnetic waves. Such effects could lead to personnel being put in
danger, if the following safety instructions are not adhered to. Selecting
components When selecting components, make sure first of all that the
retrofitted electrical and electronic components comply with the current
version of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and carry the CE marking. User
responsibility When retrofitting a machine with electrical and electronic farm
equipment and/or components connected to the vehicle’s electrical system, it
is your own responsibility to check whether the installation causes
interference with the vehicle’s electronic system or other components. This
applies, in particular, to the electronic control of:
· electronic hitch control (EHR), · Front lifting gear, · PTO shafts, · Motor,
· Gear.
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Additional requirements The following requirements must be met in order to
retrofit mobile communication systems (e.g. radio, phone):
· Only approved devices complying to national regulations (e.g. BZT approval
in Germany) are to be installed;
· The equipment must be installed as a fixed installation. · The use of
portable or mobile devices inside the vehicle is permissible only via a
connection to the
permanently installed outside antenna; · The transmitting part must be
spatially separated from the vehicle’s electronic system. · When attaching the
antenna, pay attention to proper installation, including a sound ground
connection
between the antenna and the vehicle’s ground wire. For information on wiring
and installation as well as the maximum allowable current consumption, please
also refer to the installation guide provided by the machine manufacturer.
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About these Operating Instructions
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About these Operating Instructions
Target group of these Operating Instructions [ 7] Layout of operating
instructions [ 7] Layout of references [ 7] Directional information in these
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Target group of these Operating Instructions
These Operating Instructions are intended for personnel entrusted with
installing and operating the display.
Layout of operating instructions
The operating instructions explain step by step how you can perform certain
operations with the product. In these instructions, the following symbols are
used to identify different operating instructions:
Type of depiction 1. 2.
Meaning Actions that must be performed in succession.
Result of the action. This will happen when you perform an action. Result of
an operating instruction. This will happen when you have completed all steps.
Requirements. In the event that any requirements have been specified, these
must be met before an action can be performed.
Layout of references
If any references are given in these Operating Instructions, they appear as:
Example of a reference: [ 7] References can be identified by their square
brackets and an arrow. The number following the arrow shows you the page on
which the section where you can find further information starts.
Directional information in these instructions
All directional information in these instructions, such as “left”, “right”,
“forward”, “back”, is relative to the movement direction of the vehicle.
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Product description
Overview [ 9] Display buttons [ 10] Display ports [ 11] Applications on the
display [ 11] Rating plates [ 13]
Product description
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Overview
Product description | 3
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3 | Product description
Display buttons
You will find a number of buttons on the housing of the display that are used
to operate the display.
Display buttons
Switches the display on and off.
Creates screenshots.
Function of the buttons
Saves the window layout.
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Display ports
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Display ports
USB port for: – USB memory device [ 26] Port C Serial port for: – GPS receiver
[ 30] ETH port M12 port for: – Ethernet
Port A CAN bus port for: – ISOBUS basic vehicle harness – Connection to the
tractor CAN bus Port B See section: Pin assignment connector B [ 95] CAM port
Port for an analog camera
Slot with the SD card
Applications on the display
The display is delivered with a range of installed application (apps). Most of
these can be used immediately. Even the non-activated applications can
generally be tested for 50 hours. If a specific application works well for
you, a license can be ordered from Müller-Elektronik to activate the full
version of the application. Full versions The full versions of the following
applications are installed on the display:
·
– Service application.
The Service application allows you to:
Configure the display.
Enable and disable other applications.
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Enter license activation codes. Enable drivers for connected devices. Configuration of the GPS settings
·
– TRACK-Leader application.
The TRACK-Leader application allows you to work the field on exact parallel tracks.
The app contains the following module:
TRACK-Leader AUTO: Automatic vehicle steering on the field.
·
– Tractor-ECU application
The Tractor-ECU application is used to record all settings around the tractor.
Here, you can e.g.:
Enter the position of the GPS receiver.
Set the GPS receiver as the speed signal source.
Select which sensor signals are received by the display.
View the speed and PTO shaft rotational speed on the screen. More about this in section: Overview [ 59]
·
– Virtual ECU application
The Virtual ECU application is a central hub where virtual ECUs can be created for machines and devices that do not communicate through ISOBUS.
The Virtual ECU enables the use of apps such as TRACK-Leader and ISOBUS-TC with non-ISO machines.
More about this in section: Overview [ 73]
·
FILE-Server application
This application is used to define a storage location on the display. This storage location can be used by ISOBUS ECUs that support the FILE-Server functionality. The options for use depend on the ISOBUS ECU.
·
– Camera
The Camera application displays on the screen the image from the camera which is connected to the display.
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Rating plates
Abbreviation
Meaning
HW
Hardware version
SW
Software version upon delivery
K-Nr
Customer number
If the product was manufactured for an agricultural machinery manufacturer,
the agricultural machinery manufacturer’s item number will be shown here.
P/N
Item number
S/N
Serial number
Abbreviations on the rating plate
Entry Reg. Model Made in Germany Year of Mfg. Input IPxxx
Information on the rating plate
Meaning Regulatory model to which the technical tests refer. Country of manufacture Year of manufacturing Operating voltage Protection class according to ISO 20653
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Symbols on the rating plate The concept and design of the product as well as
the model we put on the market comply with the applicable legal provisions of
the EU. The concept and design of the product as well as the model we put on
the market comply with the applicable legal provisions of the United Kingdom.
The concept and design of the product as well as the model we put on the
market comply with the applicable legal provisions of the FCC. The concept and
design of the product as well as the model we put on the market comply with
the applicable legal provisions of the EAWU. When it has reached the end of
its service life, please dispose of this product as electronic scrap in
accordance with all applicable waste management laws.
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Mounting and installation
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Mounting and installation
Mounting the display in the vehicle cab [ 16] Inserting micro-SD card [ 16]
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4 | Mounting and installation
Mounting the display in the vehicle cab
Procedure 1. Screw the to RAM mount onto the rear of the display. Always use
all four screws supplied.
2. Attach the bracket to the RAM mount. 3. Secure the display to a suitable
location in the vehicle cab. Use the supplied V bolts for this purpose:
Inserting micro-SD card
The micro-SD card serves as internal storage for the display. Procedure To
change the SD card:
1. Switch off the display and disconnect all cable connections. 2. Unscrew
the cover on the rear of the display. 3. Use your finger to press on the SD
card in the slot.
The SD card is unlocked and now protrudes by approx. 1 mm. 4. You can remove
the card. 5. To lock the card again, press the card lightly into the slot
until it is locked again. 6. Screw the cover back onto the rear of the
display.
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Basic control principles
Basic control principles
Switching on the display [ 18] Initial start-up [ 18] Switching off the
display [ 21] Display screen layout [ 21] Opening applications [ 24] Moving an
application [ 23] Saving and loading window arrangements [ 26] Hiding an
application [ 25] Using the keyboard [ 25] Using a memory device [ 26]
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Switching on the display
Procedure To switch on the display:
The display is installed and connected to the power cable or the ISOBUS basic
vehicle harness.
1. Press and hold the
button for approx. 3 seconds.
The display will beep briefly.
The display screen remains dark for approx. 10 seconds until the applications are loaded in the background.
The Start screen of the display appears:
You have started the display.
Initial start-up
The next step to perform after switching on the display depends on the purpose
of the display: · Parallel driving · Operation of ISOBUS implements · Task
management and documentation
These cases will be described in the following sections.
Using the display for parallel driving
If you want to use the display for parallel driving, TRACK-Leader is the most
important app for you.
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Setting Select the GPS driver.
Where? / Driver / GPS
Enter the tractor geometry and activate the tractor profile.
/ Settings
Virtual ECU
/ Settings
Most important settings Other settings must be made in the TRACK-Leader application.
Purpose
The standard driver works in most cases for the receivers sold by ME. However,
to change the correction signal, a fitting driver for the GPS receiver must be
activated.
See:
– Managing the tractor profiles [ 59] – Tractor geometry [ 66] For the system
to be able to know the working width and other parameters of the machine, you
must create a virtual ECU for every nonISOBUS-compatible machine that you use.
See: Overview [ 73]
Operating ISOBUS implement
If you purchase and activate an ISOBUS display licence, you can operate ISOBUS
implements. In the standard version of the display, you can test the function
for 50 hours. Procedure
The “ISOBUS-UT” licence is activated. 1. Insert the ISOBUS cable of the ECU
into the ISOBUS rear socket. 2. Switch on the display. 3. Wait until the ECU
application has copied all of the relevant data on the display. 4. Open the
ECU application using the selection menu.
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Display for task management
You can always use ISOBUS-TC task management, regardless of whether you are
driving in parallel, switching sections or simply operating an ISOBUS ECU.
However, the most important settings mentioned in the previous sections must
be made for each of these applications. Important for ISOBUS-TC:
· Always remember to start and stop the tasks.
· After finishing work, you must save all of the tasks on the USB memory
device (log out the USB memory device) before you remove the USB memory device
or transmit new tasks onto the display.
Setting
Set the operating mode to “Extended”.
Where? / Settings
Insert the USB memory device with task data or create tasks without a USB
memory device.
Most important settings Procedure
The “ISOBUS-TC” licence is activated.
1. Switch on the display.
Purpose
Activates and deactivates task management in the ISOBUS-TC application.
If you do not want to create tasks, set the operating mode to “Standard”.
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application using the selection menu.
3. Insert a USB memory device with task data.
4. Start a task.
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Switching off the display
NOTICE
Data loss due to improper shutdown
Disconnecting the power supply without properly shutting down the display may
result in data loss.
Always wait until the display is shut down before disconnecting the power
supply. This procedure can take up to 5 minutes.
Procedure To switch off the display:
1. Press and hold the
button for approx. 3 seconds.
You have now switched off the display.
Display screen layout
Display screen layout
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Selection menu
You can open applications in the “Selection Menu” area.
Main window
This area enables you to operate applications. Touching the display screen in
the “Main window” area will actuate the function whose icon you have touched.
The controls depend on the opened applications.
Wide additional window You can move the TRACK-Leader app into this window and
use it as a Lightbar.
System icons
System icons Icon
Meaning Changes the brightness for day and night.
Changes the arrangement of the applications in the windows.
Has no function in this area. When this icon appears in other areas, it is
used for confirmation purposes.
Has no function in this area. When this icon appears in other areas, it is
used for cancellation or deletion purposes.
Opening applications
An application opens when it appears in the main window or in an additional
window. Procedure To open an application:
1. Find the function icon for the desired application in the Selection menu
area. For example, the icon:
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2. Tap the function icon of the application:
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The application appears in the main window:
The function icon of the application in the Selection menu now appears darker.
This tells you that this application is already open. You will no longer be
able to open it from the Selection menu.
If the main window is occupied, the application that is already opened will be
moved to a free additional window. If this is occupied, the application that
is already opened will be moved back to the Selection menu. Their icon becomes
bright again. However, it can continue to work in the background.
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Moving an application
You can move any application from the main window to one of the additional
windows or to the ME-Header. Procedure To move an application from the main
window to an additional window:
You have opened an application in the main window. For example, the Service
application:
1. Tap the additional window:
The application will now appear in the additional window:
2. Tap the additional window with the application. The application will once
again appear in the main window.
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Saving and loading window arrangements
You can save and load the arrangement of the applications in the windows.
Procedure To save the arrangement:
1. Hold the button
pressed down until the display beeps twice.
The arrangement will be saved.
Procedure
To load a saved arrangement:
1. Briefly press the button: The arrangement will be loaded.
Hiding an application
If you do not have enough space on the display screen to open new
applications, you can hide an application. The application will not be shut
down, but will instead continue to run in the background. Procedure To hide an
application:
1. Open the application in the additional window. 2. Move the application to
the selection menu.
Using the keyboard
In order to enable you to also write numbers or text on the display, a
keyboard appears on the display screen whenever this is necessary.
Icon
Meaning
Changes the buttons on the keyboard.
12# Abc
Deletes a character.
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Icon
Major icons
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Meaning Moves the cursor. Saves the input. Cancels the input. Switches between
upper and lower case letters.
Keyboard for inputting text and numbers.
Keyboard for inputting text.
Using a memory device
The display can work with two kinds of memory devices: 1. With an integrated
micro-SD card. This will be used as storage for most applications. 2. With an
inserted USB memory device. The USB memory device is used only for the
following purposes:
· For data transfer [ 27] between the display and PC · For saving screenshots
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Using SD card
The display applications save most data [ 26] directly onto the SD card. In
order to exchange data between the display and a PC, you will need to proceed
differently for each application. You can find out more about this in the
instructions for each application.
Folders on the USB memory device
As soon as you insert the USB memory device into the display, several folders
will be created on the USB memory device. You will need to set up other
folders by yourself. Each folder may only contain certain data, so that the
applications on the display can use this data.
· “documents” Files: .txt Purpose: Records for all completed tasks are
saved in this folder.
· “fileserver” Files: All file formats are acceptable. Purpose: Files
which are to be imported or exported in the FILE-Server application are saved
in this folder.
· “GPS” Files: .txt Purpose: GPS positions are saved in a file in the
folder. This will enable Customer Service to reconstruct the traveled
distance. The folder will be created if you activate the “Record and save
data” parameter.
· “NgStore” Files: .iio, .data Purpose: TRACK-Leader. Standard folder for
saved routes and fields.
· “Screencopy” Files: .bmp Purpose: Screenshots are saved here. The
display will create this folder automatically when the “Screenshot” parameter
is activated in the “display” menu and you create a screenshot.
· “SHP” This folder replaces the “GIS” folder that was used in previous
versions.
Files: .dbf, .kml, .prj, .shp, .shx
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Purpose: TRACK-Leader: After saving with the SD card, the field data will be
stored here. For example: Field boundaries, applied areas, headlands, etc.
ISOBUS-TC: The shp files must be stored in this folder.
· “Taskdata” Files: .xml Purpose: The folder may only contain XML files
which originate from an ISO-XML compatible FMIS. The ISOBUS-TC application
accesses this data. You must create this folder yourself.
Displaying the content of the memory device on the display
You can view the content of the memory device directly on the display.
Procedure
1. Insert the memory device (USB memory device or SD card) into the display.
2. Open the “Service” application. 3. Tap on “USB 1” or on “SDCard”. The
content of the USB memory device will be displayed. The content of the SD card
can be found in the “ME-TERMINAL” folder.
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GPS receiver
Connecting the GPS receiver to the display [ 30] Changing the driver for the GPS receiver [ 31] Configuring the GPS receiver [ 32] Configuring the NAV-900 for the steering system [ 42] Recording GPS positions [ 44]
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6 | GPS receiver
Connecting the GPS receiver to the display
Find out how to connect a GPS receiver from Müller-Elektronik to the display
from the operating instructions for the GPS receiver. When mounting the
display in a vehicle which is already fitted with a GPS receiver and another
ISOBUS display, you must:
· connect the GPS signal to the display manufactured by Trimble.
· configure the GPS receiver. Procedure To connect the display to a GPS
receiver which is already installed on the vehicle:
1. Find out how you can direct the signal from the GPS receiver to the
display. This can differ for every vehicle or GPS receiver: Vehicles can be
fitted with a GPS socket in the cab, a GPS receiver with a serial output or
serial outputs to the ISOBUS display.
2. Check what cable you will use to connect GPS signal to the serial socket
on the display manufactured by Müller-Elektronik.
3. Connect the GPS signal to the serial socket of the display manufactured by
Müller-Elektronik.
4. Configure the GPS receiver so that it can communicate with the display
manufactured by MüllerElektronik. You can find the necessary specifications
for this in the table below.
5. Activate the “Standard” GPS driver on the display.
Configuration
Frequencies
Transmission rate Data bits Parity Stop bits Flow control
5 Hz (GPGGA, GPVTG) 1 Hz (GPGSA, GPZDA) 19200 baud 8 no 1 None
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Changing the driver for the GPS receiver
Upon delivery, the “Standard” driver is activated on the display. You must
change this driver if you want to reconfigure the GPS receiver, for example,
to change the correction signal. In this case, you must select a driver that
is fitting for the GPS receiver.
Driver name deactivated Standard
AG-200, NAV-900
Available drivers
GPS receiver
No GPS receiver is connected.
Drivers for unknown GPS receivers, if they are connected to the serial
interface. This driver is activated by default. The connected GPS receiver
cannot thus be configured.
Driver for the GNSS receiver NAV-900. If the NAV-900 is connected to the
Ethernet interface.
NOTICE
Incorrect driver
Damage to the GPS receiver. Before connecting a GPS receiver to the display, you must always activate the appropriate driver.
Procedure To activate the driver:
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “Driver”.
3. Tap “GPS”. The installed drivers appear.
4. Tap the appropriate driver.
– Confirm.
6. Restart the display.
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6 | GPS receiver
Configuring the GPS receiver
The internal software for each GPS receiver must be configured. You can
configure the following GPS receivers via the display:
· NAV-900 All other GPS receivers must be configured in accordance with their
manufacturer’s instructions. The configuration and the individual parameters
that need to be configured differ depending on the GPS receiver.
Configuring the NAV-900
Please note that to use the NAV-900 as a system for automatic steering, you
must always have it approved and registered by an official body according the
respective country-specific regulations. Procedure
The GPS receiver is connected to the display via the EXP-900L adapter. The
“AG-200, NAV-900” driver is activated.
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “GPS”. The “NAV-900” screen appears. The display reads the current configuration of the GPS receiver.
3. Tap “Settings”. You can now see all of the configurable parameters.
4. Configure the parameters. The parameters can be found on the following pages. The parameters that you need to configure depend on the respective correction source and the respective activation. Only those parameters that need to be configured are shown.
– Save the configuration.
6. Confirm.
“Frequency” parameter
Frequency at which the receiver transmits its current position to the display.
· “5 Hz”
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“Position quality” parameter
Setting for the position quality of the receiver. · “Accuracy” For work that
requires maximum accuracy, but not necessarily the maximum satellite
availability. This setting is recommended. · “Balanced” For work that requires
both adequate satellite availability and accuracy. · “Availability” For work
that requires high satellite availability.
“Radar Out” parameter
If this parameter is activated, the receiver emits impulses through the radar
output, which can be used to calculate the current speed. The receiver emits
13,000 impulses per 100 m.
“Use slope-compensated position” parameter
If this parameter is activated, the current receiver position is corrected to
the reference point.
“Correction source” parameter
Source from which the receiver obtains its correction data to increase the
position accuracy. The list of selectable correction sources depends on the
licenses that are available on the NAV-900. The display of the parameters to
be configured changes depending on the selected correction source.
· “Autonomous” No correction data is used to improve the accuracy. The
position is only determined based on the satellite positions. · “SBAS” These
are free satellite-based correction services, e.g. EGNOS, WAAS, MSAS and
GAGAN. · “RangePoint RTX” Is a satellite-based correction service that is
available virtually worldwide for path to path accuracy of 15 cm. A local base
station or modem is not required. · “CenterPoint RTX Satellite” Is a
satellite-based correction service that is available virtually worldwide for
accuracies of up to 2.5 cm. A local base station or modem is not required. ·
“CenterPoint RTX Satellite Fast”
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Initialization time of less than 1 minute. CenterPoint RTX Fast is available
is selected regions and does not require a local base station or a modem. ·
“CenterPoint VRS” Refers to the correction method in which the RTK corrections
are sent to the GNSS receiver per mobile Internet through a network consisting
of base stations and servers. An external GSM modem is required. Select this
correction source if you are using the NAV-900 with the GX450 modem. ·
“CenterPoint RTK” Refers to the correction method in which the RTK correction
data is sent to the GNSS receiver by a local base station through a radio
connection. It requires either an external radio modem or an external GSM
modem.
“SBAS+” parameter
Satellites that cannot be corrected via SBAS are still used to determine the
position using SBAS+. This additionally increases the resistance to signal
losses in case of shadowing.
“Correction satellite” parameter
Satellite that belongs to the respective SBAS system. The satellite sends the
correction data for the respective region. If a particular correction
satellite is currently not in operation, the receiver must be reconfigured.
· “Automatic” · “EGNOS 120” · “EGNOS 123 ASTRA-5B” This correction satellite
is currently available for Europe. · “EGNOS 124” · “EGNOS 126” · “EGNOS 136
SES-5” This correction satellite is currently available for Europe. · “MSAS
129” · “MSAS 137 MTSAT-2” · “GAGAN 127” · “GAGAN 128” · “WAAS 133”
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· “WAAS 135 GALAXY XV” · “WAAS 138 ANIK F1 R” · “Custom” A line appears in
which you can enter the IDs for the desired correction satellites. You can
only enter values that are within the value range and that are not already
available in the selection list.
“MMS mode” parameter
This parameter can be used to reduce disruptions on the satellite frequency.
Such disruptions can occur e.g. through telecommunications providers.
· “Automatic” The disruptions are automatically reduced. This setting is
recommended. · “Narrow band” If the disruption occurs in a narrow frequency
range, this disruption is filtered out. · “Wide band” If the disruption occurs
in a wide frequency range, this disruption is filtered out.
“Frequency selection” parameter
Specifies the frequency of the correction satellite that should be used by the
receiver. · “Automatic” · “Asia and Pacific” · “Central Asia” · “North
America” · “Europe, Middle East and Africa” · “Latin America” · “Custom” Two
lines appear in which you can enter the desired frequency and select the
desired baud rate.
“Fast restart” parameter
When finishing work, the receiver remembers the last position. When starting
the receiver again, the position is then quickly found. The position of the
receiver “converges” more rapidly. When this function is activated, the
receiver must not be moved when it is switched off.
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“Convergence threshold” parameter
Threshold value below which the receiver shows that the specified accuracy is
reached during operation. The position of the receiver is then “converged”.
“xFill mode” parameter
In xFill mode, RTK failures are bridged over, which can occur due to missing
radio or Internet connections. If no RTK correction signal is received, xFill
makes the corresponding corrections for up to 20 minutes.
“Base datum” parameter
Reference system for the region in which the receiver is used. · “Automatic”
This setting is recommended. · “ETRS89” · “GDA94” · “NAD83” · “SIRGASCOM” ·
“WGS84”
“xFill Premium” parameter
xFill Premium is an extended xFill mode that is not limited to a period of 20
minutes. For this mode, an additional license is required.
· “Automatic” This setting is recommended. In case of signal losses, the
system automatically switches between xFill and the RTK correction signal. ·
“Time based” Time during which the use of xFill Premium is forced. This
setting can be useful in the southern hemisphere to prevent signal
disturbances at sunrise or sunset.
“Server address” parameter
URL or IP address that is used to establish a connection to the correction
data server.
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“Port number” parameter
Port at the correction data server.
“Mountpoint” parameter
Name of the correction data source or the data stream. Pay attention to the
use of upper and lower case letters.
“User name” parameter
Name to identify the customer account of the correction service. Pay attention
to the use of upper and lower case letters in the entry.
“Password” parameter
Password for the user name. Pay attention to the use of upper and lower case
letters.
“Radio modem” parameter
Selection of the connected radio modem. · “Trimble 900 MHz” · “Trimble 450
MHz” · “External” You must select this setting when you are using a radio
modem or GSM modem that was not made by Trimble.
“Network ID” parameter
Enter the network ID with which the Trimble 900 MHz radio modem should work.
“Radio mode” parameter
Transmission mode that is used by the Trimble radio modem. · “PCCEOT 4800” ·
“PCCEOT 9600” · “TRIMTALK V1 at 4800” · “TRIMTALK V1 at 8000” · “TRIMTALK V1
at 9600”
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“Baud rate” parameter
Setting for the speed at which the external radio modem sends data to the
NAV-900. · “4800” · “9600” · “19200” · “38400” · “57600” · “115200”
“Parity” parameter
Setting for the parity bits of the data transmission. · “Odd” · “Even” ·
“None”
“Stop bits” parameter
Setting for the stop bits of the data transmission. · “1 bit” · “2 bit”
“External correction protocol (input)” parameter
Selection of the correction data protocol that is issued by the external radio
modem. · “RTCM3” · “CMR”
“Data output” parameter
Selection of the data stream that should be emitted at the interface between
the external radio modem and the NAV-900.
· “NMEA” · “None”
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“RTK base station filter” parameter
ID of the base station that is activated for receiving correction data.
“Base station CMR ID” parameter
Reference ID of the base stations from which the correction data is
exclusively received.
Transferring licenses
You can purchase additional licenses to activate other functions and accuracy
classes of the receiver. The required licenses are available from Müller-
Elektronik or your dealer. Procedure
You have additional licenses stored on a USB memory device. The file name must
always start with the serial number of the receiver.
1. Insert the USB memory device into the display.
– Open the “Service” application.
3. Tap “GPS”.
4. Tap “Settings”.
– Open the license list.
– Start the license transfer.
7. Wait until the license transfer is complete.
8. Restart the display when you are prompted to do so. You can now use the receiver with the new licenses.
Managing radio frequencies
If you are working with the Trimble 450 MHz radio modem, you can pre-set
various radio frequencies so that you can simply switch between these
frequencies when necessary.
The Trimble 450 MHz radio modem is activated. [ 37]
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “GPS”.
3. Tap “Settings”.
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– Open the radio frequency list.
– Add the desired radio frequency.
– Optionally, you can change or
delete radio frequencies.
– Activate the desired radio frequency.
– Exit the screen.
– Transfer the new settings.
10. “Yes” to confirm.
Configuring the NMEA messages
Procedure 1. Insert the USB memory device into the display.
– Open the “Service” application.
3. Tap “GPS”.
4. Tap “Settings”.
– Open the configuration.
The “NMEA output configuration” screen appears.
You can now see all of the configurable parameters.
6. Configure the parameters. The parameters can be found on the following pages.
– Save the configuration.
8. Wait until the saving procedure has been completed.
9. Confirm. 10. Set the GPS driver to “Standard”. [ 31]
– Confirm.
12. Restart the display.
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“NMEA output” parameter
Activate this parameter if you want to send the NMEA messages via the serial
interface of the receiver.
“Port” parameter
Interface on the receiver through which the receiver is connected to the
display.
“Baud rate” parameter
Setting of the speed of the serial transmission.
“NMEA messages” parameter
Selection of the NMEA messages that should be sent. · “GST” Position fault
statistics · “RMC” Position, speed, direction, time · “ZDA” Date and time ·
“GSA” General satellite information · “GSV” Detailed satellite information ·
“VTG” COG and SOG · “GGA” Time, position (longitude/latitude) and solution
status
Configuring unknown GPS receivers
Procedure The GPS receiver is connected to the display. The GPS receiver is
connected directly to the display. Additional devices such as an external
lightbar or tilt module may not be connected in between. The “Standard” driver
is activated.
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– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “GPS”. The “Settings” screen appears. The following message appears during initial configuration: “GPS receiver detected. Read the configuration?”
3. Configure the “Baud rate” parameter.
4. Reconnect all of the additional devices that you had disconnected for the configuration.
“Baud rate” parameter
Setting for the speed at which the GPS receiver sends data to the display. The
parameter sets the baud rate for the display.
Configuring the NAV-900 for the steering system
Please note that to use the NAV-900 as a system for automatic steering, you
must always have it approved and registered by an official body according the
respective country-specific regulations. The NAV-900 does not need to be
configured separately for the steering system. If you want to use the receiver
with the steering system, you need the following license on the display:
· TRACK-Leader AUTO® Moreover, you need the following licenses on the NAV-900.
The corresponding licenses are available from Müller-Elektronik or your
dealer.
· EZ-Pilot Pro · Autopilot · CAN Autopilot to Autopilot · CAN Autopilot
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Recording GPS positions
If you are using the “Standard” driver, you can record the position data of
the receiver. This can be necessary if errors occur. Procedure
A USB memory device is inserted into the display.
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “GPS”.
3. Tap “GPS data”. The “GPS data” screen appears.
4. Scroll down.
5. Tap “Trace data”. The “Trace data” screen appears.
6. Scroll down.
7. Checkmark the “Record and save data” button. The display will immediately begin to record the data. This will be saved in the “GPS” folder on the USB memory device. The function will be deactivated following any restart.
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Joystick
Overview [ 45] Configuring the joystick button allocations [ 45]
Joystick
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Overview
The display offers you the possibility of assigning the functions of an ISOBUS
ECU to the buttons of the joystick. To do so, the ISOBUS ECU and the joystick
must fulfil the Auxiliary 2 specification requirements from the ISOBUS
standard.
Configuring the joystick button allocations
Procedure To activate the driver for this function:
The joystick and ISOBUS ECU are connected and both support the Auxiliary 2
protocol.
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “Driver”.
3. Tap “Auxiliary”.
4. Mark “Auxiliary2”.
– Confirm.
6. Restart the display.
Procedure
To configure the button assignment:
You have activated the “Auxiliary2” driver
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “Auxiliary”.
3. Tap “Auxiliary Editor”. If the ISOBUS ECU supports the Auxiliary 2 protocol, a list appears of the ECU functions. If no list appears, the ISOBUS ECU does not support this protocol.
4. Tap the function which you want to assign to this button on the joystick. A list of the buttons on the joystick appears. You have two options for assigning the function to the joystick.
5. Possibility 1: On the joystick, press the button to which you want to assign the function. Possibility 2: On the display, select the button to which the selected function should be assigned and
confirm with
.
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The function will be assigned to the button and you can continue with the next
function, until you have assigned all of the functions.
6. Restart the display. After restarting, the following notification appears
on the main display screen: “Confirm the assignments.” This notification
appears after any restart.
7. “OK” – acknowledge the notification. A list of recognized assignments
appears on the display screen.
– Confirm the assignments.
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Camera
Connecting the camera to the display [ 48] Activating a camera [ 51] Operating
the camera [ 50]
Camera
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Connecting the camera to the display
Connecting the camera HQ2
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Camera HQ2 – Connection to the touch display
Connector for connection to the display. CAM port
Camera HQ2
Extension cable
Camera connector
Connector for the camera plug
Procedure 1. Assemble the camera together with its bracket, as described in the assembly instructions of the camera manufacturer. 2. Connect the camera to the extension cable. 3. CAUTION! When laying out the extension cable, ensure that there are no kinks and that no one can stumble over the laid-out cable. 4. Connect the extension cable to the CAM port of the display. 5. Secure the camera. 6. Activate the camera. [ 49]
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Connecting the camera NQ
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Camera with adapter cable
Connector for connection to the display. CAM port
Camera
Connector for the adapter cable
Camera connector
Connector for the extension cable
Connector for the camera plug
Procedure 1. Connect the cables to each other as shown in the figure. Pay attention to cable lengths when doing so. 2. CAUTION! When laying out the cable, ensure that there are no kinks in the cable and that no one can stumble over the laid-out cable. 3. Lay out the cable. Ensure that the cable reaches the display and is not pulled out during operation. 4. Attach the cable with the provided cable ties. 5. Secure the camera. Use the white cardboard drilling template from the quick start guide for this purpose. 6. Connect the camera to the display. Use the CAM port to do this. 7. Activate the camera. [ 49] 8. When disconnecting the cable from the display, use the enclosed rubber gasket to seal the exposed connector.
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Activating a camera
In order to activate a camera, you must activate the “Camera_ME” plug-in.
Procedure
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “Plug-ins”.
3. Tap “Camera”. The plug-in is marked with a green tick.
4. Restart the display.
After restarting, the icon for the camera application appears in the selection menu.
– Open the Camera application.
Operating the camera
The camera serves solely for observing the implement functions in non-safety-
related working areas of the agricultural implement.
In certain situations, the camera image may appear on the screen with a delay.
The delay depends on the respective use of the display and can also be
affected by external factors and devices.
WARNING
Accident due to delayed image transmission
Rapidly moving objects may be detected too late. Do not use the camera as an aid for steering the vehicle. Do not use the camera in road traffic. Do not use the camera when driving into intersections. Do not use the camera as a rear view camera. Do not use the camera as a visual aid for controlling the implement, especially when a delayed reaction can lead to risks.
Function icon
Meaning Mirrors the image horizontally.
Mirrors the image vertically.
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You have connected and activated the camera.
– Open the Camera application.
The filmed image appears in the main window.
2. Tap on the main window.
Function icons appears on the side for 10 seconds, with which you can actuate the camera.
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Service application
Changing the language [ 53] Basic display settings [ 53] Activating and
deactivating applications [ 55] Unlocking licenses for full versions Creating
screenshots [ 56] Deleting pools [ 56]
Service application
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Changing the language
When you switch on the display for the first time, the text may appear in a
foreign language (in German). If you change the language in the Service
application, you also change the language for all applications and the ISOBUS
ECU. If a connected ISOBUS ECU cannot activate the selected language, a
standard language will be activated. Procedure
– Open the “Service” application.
The application start screen appears:
2. Tap “Terminal”. A list of parameters appears.
3. Slide your finger over the display screen from the bottom to the top. New
parameters appear.
4. Tap “Language”. A list of abbreviations of available languages appears.
5. Tap the abbreviation for your language. The abbreviation is marked with a
green dot.
– Confirm.
The “Terminal” screen appears.
7. Restart the display.
Basic display settings
The basic settings include: Language, Time, Measurement units. All settings
which you make here will also apply to other applications and in connected
ISOBUS ECUs.
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Procedure
– Open the “Service” application.
The application start screen appears:
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2. Tap “Terminal”. A list of parameters appears. See the table below.
3. To change the value of any of the parameters, tap the desired parameter. A
window appears, into which you can input the value of the parameter as a
number, or select from a list.
– Confirm.
5. Restart the display.
Parameter name Day brightness Night brightness Keyboard brightness Volume Date Time Time zone Language Measurement units Screenshot
Function Brightness of the display screen during the day. Brightness of the display screen at night. Lighting of the buttons. Volume of the display. Current date. Current time. Time difference in relation to GMT. Language of the applications on the display screen. Measurement system. When this parameter is activated, you can create screenshots on the display.
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Parameter name VT number Login as ISOBUS-VT
Number of navigation buttons
Character representation Use satellite time
Parameters in the “Terminal” menu
Function
Parameters from the ISO standard Number that should be given to the display on
the ISOBUS.
Activate this parameter if you want the ISOBUS ECU to be displayed on the
display. This parameter must be activated in most instances. On very few self-
propelled agricultural machines, the parameter must be deactivated.
The display provides a maximum of 12 function icons in each application. When
you connect an ISOBUS ECU that has more functions in a single screen to the
display, their function icons are spread over multiple pages. Furthermore,
navigation buttons appear that can be used to scroll to the next page. The
number indicates how many buttons should be used to scroll between multiple
pages with function icons.
Character representation on the display.
Activate this parameter if the current date and time should be synchronised
with the satellite time.
Activating and deactivating applications
In the “Service” application you can activate and deactivate other
applications that are installed on the display. The applications are installed
in packages, in so-called plug ins. A plug in can contain several
applications. You can for example deactivate a plugin if you do not want to
use it. The plug-in will then not be displayed in the selection menu.
Name of the plug-in TRACK-Leader
ISOBUS-TC Tractor-ECU Camera
Activates the following applications TRACK-Leader TRACK-Leader AUTO Overview [ 80] Overview [ 59] The display screen will show the image from the connected
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Name of the plug-in
Activates the following applications camera.
FILE-Server
FILE-Server application
Virtual ECU
Overview [ 73]
Procedure To activate and deactivate plug-ins:
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “Plug-ins”. Screen “Plug-ins” appears.
3. To activate or disable a plug-in, tap it. A plug-in is activated when a checkmarker appears in front of its name.
4. Restart the display.
Creating screenshots
A screenshot is a photo of the screen being displayed. Procedure
1. Insert a USB memory device into the display.
– Open the “Service” application.
3. Tap “Terminal”.
4. Set the “Screenshot” parameter to “Activated”.
5. To create a screenshot, press the
button.
The content of the display screen will be saved as an image file on the USB memory device in the “Screencopy” folder.
Deleting pools
Pools are the intermediate storage for the display. Pools are used to
temporarily store graphics or text. Over time, the pools will become too large
and slow down the operation of the display. You can delete the pools to speed
up the display’s operation. When to delete?
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Delete the pools: · After updating the software of a connected ECU. · If the
display operates more slowly than usual. · When asked to do so by Customer
Services.
Procedure To delete the pools:
– Open the “Service” application.
2. Tap “Object pool”.
A list with the ISO names of ISOBUS ECUs appears, whose graphics and text can
be found in the storage of the display. You can determine from the icon which
farm implement is being controlled by the ECU.
3. Tap the object pool which you want to delete.
– Delete the object pool.
Nothing happens if you delete the wrong object pool.
The following message appears: “Do you want to delete the folder?”
5. To confirm, tap “Yes”.
6. The current pool of the ECU will be loaded after the next restart.
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Overview
The Tractor-ECU application is used to compile all of the information of the
vehicle on which the display is mounted. Tractor-ECU can transfer this
information to other apps (e.g. the position of the GPS receiver to TRACK-
Leader) or to a connected ISOBUS ECU (GPS signal as a speed source). The
Tractor-ECU application allows you to:
· Create a profile for each vehicle, with specific settings. · Input the
sensors which are mounted on the vehicle. · Enter the position of the GPS
receiver. · Define the GPS signal to determine the speed on the CAN bus.
Work screen
Speed display Speed source Position of the work position sensor
PTO shaft speed Number of operation hours Status of the work position sensor
Managing the tractor profiles
Tractor profiles are used to store important features of the tractor on which
the display is installed. This offers the following advantages:
· You can use the display on several tractors. Each time you change tractors,
you can activate the fitting tractor profile.
· Even if the display is always installed on one tractor, you can create
several profiles for one tractor. You can use between 1 and 31 tractor
profiles.
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The number of tractor profiles depends on several factors: · Purpose of the
display: If you switch the mounted implement manually, or are using an
implement for which cm-accuracy is not required, one tractor profile per
tractor is enough. If you are not using TRACK-Leader, you probably do not
need tractor profiles. · Number of tractors with different equipment and
different geometries.
For self-propelled machines (e.g. field sprayers), you must use a tractor
profile with the following settings: · “Connection with ISOBUS-TC?” parameter
– Ensure that this parameter is properly set. · “Speed” parameter GPS
receiver – If a GPS receiver is connected to the display and is used to
determine the speed. Wheel sensor, radar sensor via CAN bus – If a speed
sensor is connected to the junction box of the ISOBUS ECU, this setting allows
you to use the speed display of the Tractor-ECU. · Geometry: For self-
propelled machines, the geometry is generally entered in the field sprayer
ECU. For this reason, you do not need to enter any distances in the Tractor-
ECU.
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Name of a tractor profile
Icon for the tractor
State of the tractor profile: Green = Profile is activated; Yellow = Profile will be activated after restarting the display.
Function icon
Function Creates a new tractor profile.
ISO name of the tractor profile (The numbers in the middle differ among the
profiles)
Function icons. If at least one tractor profile is activated, only the stop
icon appears.
Activates the marked tractor profile.
Deactivates the tractor profile.
Calls up the parameters stored in the tractor profile.
Procedure
Deletes the tractor profile.
– Open the Tractor ECU application.
2. Tap “Settings”. The existing tractor profiles appear.
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If a tractor profile is activated, most of the other function icons are
greyed-out. 3. A maximum of five tractor profiles can be displayed on one
page. To view other profiles, swipe across the
screen with your finger from bottom to top. 4. To edit a tractor profile or to
create a new one, you must deactivate the activated tractor profile.
Parameters
Procedure
– Open the Tractor ECU application.
2. Tap “Settings”. The existing tractor profiles appear.
– If a tractor profile is activated, deactivate it.
4. Tap on the profile to be configured. The profile will be marked.
– Call up the parameters for the marked tractor profile.
The parameters are displayed.
Name
Name of the tractor profile.
Connection with ISOBUS-TC?
With this parameter, you can set whether the Tractor ECU application should
communicate with the ISOBUSTC application. In doing so, it transmits:
Counters, work position, position of the GPS receiver.
Deactivate this parameter only if the display is used as a secondary display
and the GPS receiver is connected to a different display.
Speed
Configuring the speed sensor. This measures the speed. Possible values:
· “deactivated” No sensor measures the speed. · “Wheel sensor”
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A wheel sensor is connected to the display. The wheel sensor must be
calibrated [ 65]. · “Radar sensor” A radar sensor is connected to the display.
The radar sensor must be calibrated [ 65]. · “GPS receiver” The speed is
calculated using GPS. · “Unknown sensor via CAN” A wheel sensor or a radar
sensor is connected to the display via CAN. · “Radar sensor via CAN” A radar
sensor is connected to the display via CAN. · “Wheel sensor via CAN” A wheel
sensor is connected to the display via CAN.
Impulses per 100 m
This parameter is only required if you have selected one of the following
speed sources: Wheel sensor or radar sensor. In other cases, any value entered
here will be ignored. The speed sensor calibration results appear under this
parameter.
Work position sensor
With this parameter, you can set whether there is a work position sensor and
how its signal reaches the display. There are three parameters that can be
used to configure the work position sensor: “Mounting position and connection”
parameter Possible values:
· “deactivated” No sensor measuring the work position. · “Front via connector
B” A work position sensor, is located on the front hitch or on the implement
mounted on the front hitch. It is connected to the display via connector B.
The work position sensor must be configured. · “Rear via connector B” A work
position sensor, is located on the rear hitch or on the implement mounted on
the front hitch. It is connected to the display via connector B. The work
position sensor must be configured. · “Unknown sensor via CAN”
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There is a work position sensor determining the work position of the
implement. It is connected to an ISOBUS ECU or to a different display. The
signal reaches the display via CAN. · “Front via CAN” There is a work position
sensor determining the work position of the implement at the front of the
vehicle. It is connected to an ISOBUS ECU or to a different display. The
signal reaches the display via CAN. · “Rear via CAN” There is a work position
sensor determining the work position of the implement at the rear of the
vehicle. It is connected to an ISOBUS ECU or to a different display. The
signal reaches the display via CAN. · “TRACK-Leader AUTO” As soon as the
steering system is activated, the system assumes that the implement is in work
position. “Sensor Type” parameter If a work position sensor is connected to
the display via connector B, you must tell the display the principle according
to which the sensor functions. Possible values: · “analog” You are using an
analog work position sensor [ 66], which measures the height of the hitch
linkage as a percentage. · “digital” You are using a digital, ISO-compatible
work position sensor in accordance with ISO 11786. The sensor is connected to
the display via the signal socket. · “ME-sensor Y” You are using a work
position sensor provided by Müller-Electronik. The sensor is connected to the
display. “Inversion” parameter As a standard, the display assumes that the
implement is in work position as soon as the work position sensor sends a
signal. However, if the work position sensor functions inversely, you have to
set it here. Possible values: · “Yes” – implement is in work position when the
sensor is not occupied. · “No” – implement is in work position when the sensor
is detecting something.
PTO shaft speed
Configuring the PTO (power take-off) rotational speed sensor. It measures the
rotational speed of the PTO. Possible values:
· “deactivated” No sensor measures the rotational speed of the PTO.
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· “Revol. sensor – front” A rotational speed sensor that is fitted onto the
front PTO. · “Revol. sensor – rear” A rotational speed sensor that is fitted
onto the rear PTO.
Impulses per revolution
Number of impulses per revolution that are transmitted by the PTO through the
selected PTO sensor.
Warning – Incomplete geometry
With this parameter, you can set whether warning should appear if the geometry
was configured incompletely. A geometry is then recognized as incomplete if
the distance C [ 66] is 0 cm. No tractor geometries are used for self-
propelled vehicles or if the GPS receiver is installed on the implement. In
this case, deactivate the parameter so that the warning does not appear
unnecessarily.
Calibrating the speed sensor
When calibrating the speed sensor using the 328.085ft (100m) method, determine
the number of targets which the speed sensor encounters over a distance of
328.085ft (100m). If you know the number of targets for the speed sensor, you
can also input this manually. Procedure
You have measured and marked a distance of 100m. The distance must correspond
to the field conditions. You must therefore drive across a meadow or a field.
The vehicle with the connected implement is operational for a 100m drive and
is at the start of the marked distance.
You have connected a wheel sensor or radar sensor to the display. You have
selected the value “Wheel sensor” or “Radar sensor” in the “Speed” parameter.
– Open the Tractor ECU application.
2. Tap “Settings”.
3. Mark the vehicle for which you want to calibrate the speed sensor.
4. Tap
.
5. Tap
.
6. Follow the instructions on the display screen. You have calibrated the speed sensor.
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Calibrating an analog work position sensor
If you have connected an analog work position sensor to the display, you have
to show the display the position as of which the implement is in work
position. Procedure
You have connected a work position sensor directly to the display or via the
signal socket to the display. You have selected the analogue sensor in the
“Sensor type” parameter.
– Open the Tractor ECU application.
2. Tap “Settings”.
3. Mark the vehicle for which you want to calibrate the analog work position sensor.
4. Tap
.
5. Move the implement into work position.
6. Tap
to teach-in the work position on the display.
7. Confirm.
You have configured the work position sensor.
Tractor geometry
The tractor geometry represents a series of dimensions on the vehicle.
Examples of tractor geometry
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A
Distance between the centre of the vehicle and the GPS receiver, on the left- right axis.
If the receiver is installed on the left side, enter a negative value.
Users of TRACK-Leader AUTO®: The position of the GPS receiver must also be entered and calibrated in the steering ECU. For this reason, the A and B boxes are greyed-out and cannot be edited.
B
Distance between the GPS receiver and the rear axle of the vehicle.
C
Distance between the rear axle and the rear mounting or attachment point.
E
Distance between the rear axle and the front mounting or attachment point.
Configuring the tractor connector types
The connector type can differ among various tractors and mounted or trailed
implements. Per default, the connector type is always set to “Unknown”. Please
note that when you select a different connector type or multiple different
connector types, the automatic list of connections no longer works. You then
have to list the connections manually. The following connector types are
possible:
· Unknown · Drawbar · 3-point hitch semi-mounted · 3-point hitch semi-mounted
· Hitch hook · Clevis coupling · Piton-type coupling · CUNA hitch · Ball-type
hitch
Function icon
Meaning Adds a new connector type.
Deletes the marked connector type.
Edits the marked connector type.
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Procedure
– Open the Tractor ECU application.
2. Tap “Settings”. The existing tractor profiles appear. If a tractor profile is activated, most of the other function icons are greyed-out.
– To edit a tractor profile or to create a new one, you must deactivate the activated tractor profile.
4. Tap on the tractor profile to be edited.
– Call up the parameter list.
The parameters are displayed.
– Open the tractor geometry screen.
– Call up the screen for configuring the front connector types.
The “Front – connector type” screen appears.
– Add a connector.
9. Select the connector type.
10. Enter the distance between the rear axle and the front mounting or attachment point.
– Confirm.
12. Optionally, you can
edit or
delete other connector types.
– Repeat this procedure for the rear connector types. Enter the distance between the rear axle and
the rear mounting or attachment point.
– Terminate the entry.
The tractor geometry can now be viewed and edited. [ 68]
Configuring the tractor geometry
Procedure You have configured the connector types of the tractor. [ 67]
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– Open the Tractor ECU application.
2. Tap “Settings”. The existing tractor profiles appear. If a tractor profile is activated, most of the other function icons are greyed-out.
– To edit a tractor profile or to create a new one, you must deactivate the activated tractor profile.
4. Tap on the tractor profile to be edited.
– Call up the parameter list.
The parameters are displayed.
– Open the tractor geometry screen.
/
– Select the currently used connector type. Per default, the connector type is always set to
“Unknown”. Please note that when you select a different connector type or multiple different connector
types, the automatic list of connections no longer works. You then have to list the connections manually.
8. Adopt the pre-set distances for the connector types or enter new distances as shown in the figure above.
With an additional license (item number: 3038990035), you can configure other optional geometry parameters for using the slope-compensated GNSS position without automatic steering with the NAV-900. This parameter
is reached through the tractor geometry screen with the function icon
.
The following parameters are possible:
Height above ground
The height of the GPS receiver above the ground.
Roll angle
Rotation around the longitudinal axle.
Pitch angle
Rotation around the transverse axle.
Yaw angle
Rotation around the vertical axle.
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Slope offset
Slope offset of the receiver.
Results
The Tractor ECU application documents the work in two counter groups: · Trip
counter · Task-related counter
Trip counter
Counter designation Applied distance
Applied area
Working time
Procedure To clear a trip counter:
This is documented
Distance during which the work position sensor was activated.
Area during which the work position sensor was activated. The Tractor ECU
application uses the set working width as a basis for the calculation of the
area.
Time during which the work position sensor was activated.
– Open the Tractor ECU application.
2. Tap “Results”. The “Results” screen appears with the trip counters.
3. Tap the function icons to clear the trip counters.
Icon
This counter will be erased Applied distance
Working time
All trip counters
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Task-related counter
These counters are transmitted to the ISOBUS-TC app. You can activate the
counters in a task, and they will then appear in the additional window as soon
as the ISOBUS-TC App is minimized.
Counter designation Distance Time in work position Work position
Task-related counter
Unit km h 0/1
This is documented
Distance during which the work position sensor was activated.
Time during which the work position sensor was activated.
0 = not in work position 1 = in work position
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Virtual ECU application
Overview [ 73] Managing virtual ECUs [ 73] Parameters [ 74] Work screen [ 78]
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Overview
The Virtual ECU application (or VECU for short) is used to create virtual ECUs
for the following implements: · Implements that do not have their own ECU. For
example: Cultivators, ploughs, mechanical seeders, etc. · Machines that are
operated using an on-board integrated display/controller connected to the
serial interface. · Crop protection sensors that are connected serially to the
display.
Each virtual ECU contains the most important features of the respective
machine (working width, geometry, type of on-board integrated
display/controller) and provides these to other applications if required.
Managing virtual ECUs
Name of the virtual ECU Implement type
State of the virtual ECU: Green = Profile is activated; Yellow = Profile will be activated after restarting the display.
Function icon
Function Creates a new ECU.
Activates the marked ECU.
ISO name of the virtual ECU
Function icons. If at least one virtual ECU is activated, only the stop icon
appears.
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Function icon
Function Deactivates the ECU.
Calls up the parameters stored in the virtual ECU.
Procedure
Deletes the ECU.
– Open the “Virtual ECU” app.
2. Tap “Settings”. The existing virtual ECUs appear.
If a ECU is activated, most of the other function icons are greyed-out.
3. A maximum of five ECU profiles can be displayed on one page. To view other profiles, swipe across the screen with your finger from bottom to top.
4. To edit a ECU profile or to create a new one, you must deactivate the activated ECU profile.
Parameters
Name
Name of the virtual ECU.
External Controller
If you have connected an on-board integrated display/controller or crop
protection sensor to the serial interface, you must select the model in this
parameter. The list contains the following devices:
· On-board integrated display/controllers that can communicate using one of
the protocols ASD or LH5000 and are capable of communicating with the display.
If you want to connect an on-board integrated display/controller that supports
this protocol, but does not appear in the list, please contact
MüllerElektronik and perform the steps shown at the end of this section.
· Crop protection sensors that can be connected to the serial interface of the
display. · AMABUS. Please note that to connect the AMABUS, you need a special
cable, item number: 30322572
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Procedure This is how you update the list of on-board integrated
display/controllers:
You have contacted Müller-Elektronik and received a USB memory device with the
installation file. The Virtual ECU application is closed. 1. Insert the USB
memory device into the display. 2. Start the Virtual ECU application.
The following message appears: Do you want to update the list of external on-
board integrated display/controllers?
3. Select “Yes” to update the list. 4. Confirm. 5. Restart the display. You
can now also select the added on-board integrated display/controller.
Implement type
Use this parameter to define the type of implement. The following implement
types are available:
· Seeder/planter · Fertilizer spreader · Sprayer · Soil tillage
Connector type
Use this parameter to define the connector type of the agricultural implement.
The following connector types are possible:
· Unknown · Drawbar · 3-point hitch semi-mounted · 3-point hitch semi-mounted
· Hitch hook · Clevis coupling · Piton-type coupling · CUNA hitch
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· Ball-type hitch
Machine model
This parameter influences how the working bar follows the arrow in TRACK-
Leader. The configuration improves the precision of the recording of applied
areas in curves. After each change, you also need to adjust the geometry.
Possible values:
· “mounted” Setting for implements that are mounted on the tractor three-point
hitch. · “trailed” Settings for implements trailed by a tractor. The working
bar is guided like a trailer behind a tractor.
Working width
This parameter shows the working width set for an implement.
Number of sections
Enter the number of sections that can be switched off on the implement. On a
field sprayer, they are the section valves; on a fertilizer spreader or a
planter/seeder, they can be e.g. metering units. This parameter serves to
transmit the proper number of sections to the SECTION-View module, so that you
can switch the sections manually. Each section appears as part of the working
bar on the screen.
Sections
Opens a screen where you can enter the width of the individual sections on the
implement.
Geometry
The geometry contains a series of dimensions that help to properly display the
vehicle-implement combination in TRACK-Leader and determine its position. To
call up the geometry, tap the function icon:
Calls up the machine geometry.
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Screen for entering the geometry for different machine models
A Mounted: Distance between the coupling point and the work point of the
machine. Trailed: Distance between the coupling point and the pivot point of
the machine. For single-axle trailers, the pivot point is located at the
centre of the axle, for tandem trailers between two axles. For
planters/seeders, cultivators and other soil tillage implements, the pivot
point must be determined individually.
B Mounted: Not available Trailed: Distance between the pivot point of the
machine and the work point.
C Only for spreaders: Working length D Lateral offset
If the mounted implement is offset to the left in the direction of travel,
enter a negative value. For example: – 50 cm.
Geometry of machines and display in TRACK-Leader
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Mounted fertilizer spreader Trailed sprayer Display in TRACK-Leader TRAMLINE-
View
TRAMLINE-View contains parameters that are used to correctly display tramlines
in TRACK-Leader when using seeders. To use TRAMLINE-View, the “TRAMLINE-
Management” license must be activated. To call up TRAMLINE-View, tap the
function icon:
Calls up TRAMLINE-View.
Parameter: · “Tramline rhythm” Defines the tramline rhythm to be used for
operation. · “Working Start” Defines the point on the field at which you want
to start working. · “Begin with half the working width” Defines whether you
make the first field track after starting to work with only half of the
working width.
Work screen
The following information may appear on the work screen: · Serially
transmitted application/spread rates: Target rates and current rates · Section
status and number · Implement geometry
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ISOBUS-TC application
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ISOBUS-TC application
Overview [ 80] Configuring ISOBUS-TC [ 80] Configuring the list of connections
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Overview
The The ISOBUS-TC application has the following job: · As Task Controller, the
application controls all of the relevant data between the display and other
implements that are connected to the ISOBUS or display (Part 11 of the
standard ISO11783).
Configuring ISOBUS-TC
“Operating Mode” parameter
Use this parameter to set the ISOBUS-TC Task Controller to work in the
background. With this display, the Task Controller can only be used in
“Standard” mode. The following tasks are performed:
· All task data is managed through the “TRACK-Leader” app. · In ISOBUS-TC, you
cannot create any tasks. · In this operating mode, ISOBUS-TC works in the
background. Procedure
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application.
2. Tap “Settings”.
3. Tap “Operating Mode”.
4. Tap “Standard” to be able to work without tasks.
– Confirm.
You will be asked whether you want to change the setting.
6. Tap “Yes” if you want to confirm this. All data will be saved and the operating mode will be switched.
7. Wait until all messages have faded out.
What happens with the data?
The data structure is different in the two operating modes. After changing the
mode, the task and field data will be saved. When switching again, the stored
data will be loaded.
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ISOBUS-TC application
“TC number” parameter
Number of the Task-Controller. For complex systems with multiple displays and
Task-Controllers, several TaskControllers can be distinguished based on this
number. If need be, you can control which Task-Controller the connected ECU
should communicate with.
“Prefer internal Tractor-ECU?” parameter
This parameter is important on vehicles that have their own Tractor-ECU in
addition to the ME display. Activate the parameter if the GPS receiver is
connected to the ME display or to the TRACK-Leader AUTO steering system.
Deactivate the parameter if the GPS receiver is connected to a different
display.
“Simplified target rate assignment?” parameter
Optional parameter. Set to “No” per default. When you activate this parameter,
the target rate settings from the previous task can be adopted for a new task.
To do so, you must set the parameter to “Yes”. When you then create a new
task, the following message appears: “Should be target rate settings for the
implement be adopted from the previous task?” Confirm this message to adopt
the target rate settings.
Configuring the list of connections
The list of connections indicates the ISOBUS ECUs from which the display will
load the geometries of the connected implements. This geometry is required in
order to calculate the position of all implement components on the basis of
the GPS signal. Only in this way are precise parallel guidance and section
control possible.
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Icon for the tractor
Connection between the tractor and the ECU is established
ISO name of the tractor Name of the ECU
– Connected implements Icon for the ISOBUS ECU
Not all of the equipment in the list must be connected.
– Disconnected implements
In simple systems, the display can set up the list of connections
automatically. In particular, when the ME display is the only unit containing
the tractor geometry. It can however still be necessary to set the list of
connections manually in the following instances:
· If a tractor ECU (Tractor-ECU), in which the tractor geometry is saved, is
mounted as an independent ECU on the tractor. In this instance, you must
decide which Tractor-ECU is connected in the list of connections with other
equipment: the application on the ME display or on the tractor ECU.
· If the system cannot organize the ISOBUS ECU by itself. For example when
more than one implement is connected to the tractor (e.g.: slurry tanker and
planter/seeder).
· If this error message appears when starting the display: “List of
connections is incomplete.”
· When the following error message appears when starting a navigation in
TRACK-Leader: “The device data is still loading.” The settings in the list of
connections can eliminate this problem.
Procedure If you are using the ISOBUS-TC application in “Standard” mode, you
can configure the list of connections as follows:
All ISOBUS ECUs and virtual ECUs that are required for a field are connected.
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application.
2. Tap “Farm equipment”.
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The “Farm equipment” screen appears.
– Open the list of connections.
You have called up the list of connections screen.
A list appears with all of ECUs, controllers and ECUs connected to the ISOBUS. The connectors appear between these devices.
4. Tap the task in the top row in order to select the first implement.
5. The device that is connected to the ME display should appear in the second line. Tap the line with the second implement and select one from this.
6. You now only need to select the appropriate connector between the two devices. Tap the line between the devices and select the appropriate connector for each device.
– Exit the screen to save the settings.
Using fields and shp data
In the “Fields” category, you can create all of the fields that you want to
process. For each field, you can enter the following properties:
· Field name · Code · Area · Field boundary · Guidance lines · Guidance Line
Set · Obstacle · Prescription map (ISOBUS-TC license required)
Icon
Function
Creates a new field.
Activates the field.
Deactivates the field.
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Icon
Function
Enables editing of the field properties.
Deletes the field.
Icon only appears when you tap
.
Enables the import of field data.
Displays the loaded prescription map.
Displays the imported field data.
Enables the export of field data.
Icon only appears when you tap
.
Deletes the selected data.
Icon only appears when you tap
.
What is field data for?
Purpose All field properties that are stored in this way can be used when
working in TRACK-Leader. To do so, you must activate the field to be processed
in ISOBUS-TC before each navigation.
Creating fields
Procedure To create a new field:
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application.
2. Tap “Fields”.
A list with already created fields appears. You can store various field data
for each field. For example: Field name, area, field boundary, prescription
map and obstacles. You can access this data when you work on the same field in
the future.
– Create a new field.
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A form for entering the data appears. 4. On the topmost line, enter a field name.
– Exit the screen.
You will be asked whether you want to save the changes.
6. Confirm.
A list of created fields appears. The new field appears at the bottom end.
Each field is given a clear PFD number. The fields are sorted according to
these numbers. The numbers can be seen in the field list above the respective
field name. Moreover, you can see the number in the header when you open the
field.
PFD numbers
Each PFD number is only given one single time. Even if you delete a field, its
PFD will not be used again. When processing the fields in TRACK-Leader, this
number will also be assigned when saving the field data in the ngstore
database and attached to the field name. Example: Work performed on field PFD1
will be saved in TRACK-Leader under “ISOBUS-TC–1”. Work performed on field
PFD50 will be saved in TRACK-Leader under “ISOBUS-TC–50”.
Activating and deactivating fields
Procedure You can activate a field as follows:
In the “Virtual ECU” application, you have activated the virtual ECU for the
implement to be used or you have connected an ISOBUS ECU.
Operating mode of ISOBUS-TC: Standard
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application.
2. Tap “Fields”. A list with already created fields appears.
3. Tap the entry with the field to be processed.
– Activate the field.
– Open the TRACK-Leader application.
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6. Start a new navigation. The display loads all of the data from the
storage: Field boundaries, guidance lines, tracks. In doing so, the display
also takes account of which ECU was used to process the field. Therefore, if
you work on the field two consecutive times with the field sprayer, the tracks
for the field sprayer will be loaded the second time. However, if you work on
the field with a fertilizer spreader, the tracks for the fertilizer spreader
will be loaded.
7. Depending on which machine you are working with, you can create or select
a suitable guidance line set in TRACK-Leader. More information on guidance
line sets can be found in the instructions for TRACKLeader.
If you want to rework the field, you must go to the “Storage” menu in TRACK-
Leader and delete the tracks
there with
.
Procedure
To finish the work:
The navigation screen is called up in TRACK-Leader.
You have worked the field in TRACK-Leader. On the screen, you can see the field with field boundary, guidance lines and other field data.
– Terminate the navigation in TRACK-Leader.
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application.
3. Tap “Fields”.
4. Tap the entry with the field that was just processed.
– Deactivate the field.
The field will be deactivated. In the process, it will also be saved with all of the current field data. With the next activation, the data will be automatically loaded again.
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Importing field data (*.shp)
Procedure
NOTICE
Import of field boundaries
Only one field boundary should always be imported for each field to ensure
proper functioning of the display.
If possible, always only import one field boundary for each field. Each field
boundary may contain several restricted areas.
To import field data: The shp files are in WGS84 format. 1. Copy the field data to be imported to the SHP folder on the USB memory device. 2. Please insert the USB memory device.
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application.
4. Tap “Fields”.
5. If you have not created a field yet, create a field. [ 84]
6. Tap the field for which you want to load the shp data.
The field properties appear. You can see the previously entered data and several function icons on the side.
– Open the import view.
8. Tap “Data type”. A list with possible data types appears.
9. Select the type of field data that you want to load.
10. Tap “File selection”.
11. Select the file. A preview of the imported data appears.
– Exit the screen.
The message “Do you want to import the selected file? appears.
13. “Yes” – to confirm.
14. Repeat the import procedure for additional field data. The preview of the imported data will be supplemented each time.
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All of the desired field data will be loaded. If you now activate the field, you can start a new navigation with the loaded field data.
Exporting field data
Procedure To export field data:
1. Please insert the USB memory device.
– Open the ISOBUS-TC application.
3. Tap “Fields”. A list with already created fields appears.
4. Tap the field for which you want to export data. The field properties appear. You can see the previously entered data and several function icons on the side.
– Open the field view.
– Open the list with all field data.
– Export the field data.
The field data is exported as shape files to the folder “SHP” on the USB memory device.
Data on the memory device
During work with TRACK-Leader, two types of data are produced:
· Tracks – Everything that is marked in green on the screen. This data
describes one single work process. The tracks are automatically saved in
TRACK-Leader as soon as the field is deactivated in ISOBUS-TC. You are in
the “ngstore” folder on the USB memory device. They could be imported for
evaluation with TRACK-Guide Desktop. Each field is given the name ISOBUS-
TC–PFD. Whereby PFD stands for the PFD number of the field in ISOBUS-TC. For
example: ISOBUS-TC–2
· Changing of fixed field data: Field boundaries, guidance lines, obstacles.
This data is not only important for one work process, it can also be used in
the future. This data is saved as shp files in the “SHP” folder.
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Transferring field data to a different display
Procedure To transfer all field data to a different display:
Operating mode of ISOBUS-TC: Standard 1. Display 1: Export all field data to a
USB memory device. [ 88] 2. Display 2: Create the field profiles once again. [
84] 3. Display 2: Import all field boundaries, guidance lines etc. from a USB
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Overview
The FILE-Server application is used to define a save location on the display.
This save location can be used by all ISOBUS implements which do not have
their own USB interface. This enables the updating of certain ISOBUS ECUs, and
also the possibility of saving, for example protocols or error messages.
A “Fileserver” folder is created for this purpose on the hard disk of the
display. All ISOBUS implements can access this folder, and write or read data
there.
The folder has a maximum disk space of 5 MB.
Copying files
Procedure If you want to copy files to the display, these must be on your USB
memory device, in the “Fileserver” folder. The “FILE-Server” plug-in is
activated.
– Open the FILE-Server application.
The application start screen appears.
2. Tap “Storage”.
– Copy files from the USB memory device onto the display (Import).
– Copy files from the SD card in the display to the USB memory device (Export).
One of the following messages appears: “Start import?” or “Start export?”.
5. To confirm, tap “Yes”. The data will be copied.
Here is an overview of the folders on the USB memory device: Folders on the USB memory device [ 27] A report appears.
6. To confirm, tap “OK”. You have successfully imported or exported the data.
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Technical specifications
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Technical specifications of the display
Operating voltage Current consumption (operation) Power input
Ambient temperature Storage temperature Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Ingress
protection code EMC ESD protection Environmental testing
Processor Coprocessor Storage Boot USB Operating system Display Housing Inputs
/ outputs
10 V 32 V 0.5 A (typical) – 4 A
Typical: 6 W Maximum: 40 W -20 °C – +60 °C (-4°C – +140°F) -30 °C – +80 °C
(-22°C – +158°F) 243 mm x 186 mm x 69 mm (9.57 in x 7.32 in x 2.72 in) 1.1 kg
(2.2 lbs) IP6K4 according to ISO 20653:2013 ISO 14982 ISO 10605:2001 Level IV
Vibration: ISO 15003 Level 1 with Level 2 temperature overlap in accordance
with ISO 15003 Shock: 100 shocks per axis and direction with 15g and 11ms in
accordance with IEC 60068-2-27 i.MX 515 600 MHz STM32F205 256 MB mDDR 128 MB
SCL-NAND-Flash WinCE 6.0 8” SVGA TFT PC-ABS 1 x USB
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1 x 9-pin Sub-D socket (CAN and power supply) 1 x 9-pin Sub-D connector 1 x
9-pin Sub-D connector (CAN & signals) 1 x 5-pin M12A socket (Camera ) 1 x
4-pin M12D socket (Ethernet)
Pin-out diagrams
Port A (CAN bus)
9-pin Sub-D socket
Pin
Signal name
Function
1
CAN_L
CAN_L out
6 -Vin
Supply ground
2
CAN_L
CAN_L in
7 CAN_H
CAN_H in
3
CAN_GND
CAN ground, internally connected to the ground
8 CAN_EN_out
Switched input voltage, 250 mA
4
CAN_H
CAN_H out
9 +Vin
Supply
5
Ignition
Ignition signal
Electromagnetic Electromagnetic shielding ESD/EMV shielding shielding
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Port B
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9-pin Sub-D connector Port B is a 9-pin Sub-D connector. The connector can be used for the following purposes depending on its assignment:
Purpose
Pins used
As second CAN interface
7, 9
As second serial interface
2, 3, 4, 5
As signal input for two digital and one analog signal. 1, 5, 6, 8
Pin
Signal name
1
Wheel sensor1
6 PTO2
2
/RxD2
7 CAN2_H
3
/TxD2
8 Work position sensor3
4
Voltage supply for GPS receiver
Switched input voltage, 250 mA
9 CAN2_L
5
GND
Electromagnetic shielding ESD/EMV shielding
Legend: 1) Digital input as per: ISO 11786:1995 chapter 5.2 2) Digital input as per: ISO 11786:1995 chapter 5.3 3) Analog input as per: ISO 11786:1995 chapter 5.5
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Port C
14 | Technical specifications
9-pin Sub-D connector
Pin
Signal name
Function
1 (DCD1)
Switched input voltage, max. 250 mA total (Pin 1 + Pin 4)
6
DSR
DSR
2 /RxD
/RxD
7
RTS
RTS
3 /TxD
/TxD
8
CTS
CTS
4 (DTR)
Switched input voltage, max. 250 mA total (Pin 1 + Pin 4)
9
(RI)
5 V 250 mA
5 GND
Signal ground
Electromagnetic Electromagnetic shielding ESD/EMV shielding shielding
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CAM port
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M12 socket: Camera
Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6
Signal name
Function
Power
Voltage supply, max. 250 mA total
Power GND
Supply ground
FBAS2
Camera
FBAS
Camera
Signal GND
Signal ground
Electromagnetic shielding ESD/EMV shielding
ETH (Ethernet) port
M12 socket: Ethernet
Pin
Signal name
1
TD+
2
RD+
3
TD-
4
RD-
5
Pin not present
Electromagnetic shielding Electromagnetic shielding
Function white-orange white-green orange green Pin not present ESD/EMV shielding
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Troubleshooting
General [ 99] GPS [ 99] Tractor-ECU [ 100] Virtual ECU [ 101]
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General
Error message text
Possible cause
Possible error correction
Some files could not be deleted. The files that should be deleted are currently being used.
Object pool error
Delete the object pool and restart the display. [ 56]
ECU: Offline – The connection has been broken.
Table 1: General
The connections between the display and ECU have been broken.
Check the connection.
GPS
Error message text
Possible cause
Possible error correction
GPS receiver reset failed.
The wrong driver was selected. Select the correct driver. [ 31]
The external lightbar is activated.
Deactivate the external lightbar and connect the GPS receiver directly to the display. [ 30]
The GPS receiver is not enabled There is no E-Dif activation on Please contact technical support.
for E-Dif.
the GPS receiver.
GPS receiver has been removed. The connection between the display and GPS receiver has been broken.
Check the connection. [ 30]
The GPS receiver has been configured for TRACK-Leader AUTO.
Reset the baud rate for the GPS receiver. [ 42]
GPS receiver not initialized.
The display does not recognise the configuration of the GPS receiver.
Reset the GPS receiver to its factory settings. [ 32]
Timeout.
The wrong driver was selected. Select the correct driver. [ 31]
The external lightbar is
Deactivate the external lightbar
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Error message text
SIM card is not unlocked. Invalid entry. The connected receiver could not be
recognized. The modem is not answering.
The driver cannot read. The driver cannot write.
Table 2: GPS
Possible cause activated.
Possible error correction
and connect the GPS receiver directly to the display. [ 30]
The PIN request for the SIM card Deactivate the PIN request for
is activated.
the SIM card.
Unauthorised special characters Correct the entry. were used in the entry.
The wrong driver was selected. Select the correct driver. [ 31] An unknown GPS
receiver has Use the default GPS driver. [ 31] been connected.
The connection between the GPS receiver and GSM modem has been broken.
Check the connection.
The modem is not ready for communication yet.
Please wait for a moment. Restart the system.
The external lightbar is activated.
Deactivate the external lightbar and connect the GPS receiver directly to the display. [ 30]
Tractor-ECU
Error message text A vehicle must be activated!
Possible cause
There is currently no activated vehicle.
Possible error correction Activate a vehicle. [ 59]
Active tractor geometry may be incomplete. Check settings.
Table 3: Tractor-ECU
Check the tractor geometry. [ 66]
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Virtual ECU
Error message text
Possible cause
Possible error correction
Caution! The geometry settings The geometry of the virtual ECU Check the geometry of the
for the machine have been
is faulty.
virtual ECU. [ 76]
reset.
The connection to the external The connection between the controller has been
interrupted. display and the external on-
board integrated display/controller has been broken.
Error! There is no active machine.
There is currently no activated machine.
Check the connection. Activate a machine. [ 73]
This profile name already exists! The identical profile name has Enter a different profile name.
Abort entry?
already been used.
[ 74]
Working width or sections have The entries for the working
not been entered or are invalid. width and sections are
Abort entry?
incomplete.
Table 4: Virtual ECU
Check the settings for the working width and the sections. [ 76]
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