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Summary of Contents for efarmer FieldBee
- Page 1 USER MANUAL FULL VERSION FIELDBEE VERSION 1.0. RTK BEE STATION WE PROVIDE ONLINE SUPPORT: support@efarmer.mobi info@efarmer.mobi...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
General requirements ............................. 7 FieldBee as standalone sensor........................8 FieldBee with RTK correction provider .................... 10 FieldBee with RTK Bee Station in Radio (LoRa) mode ............12 FieldBee with RTK Bee Station in Wi-Fi mode ................14 INSTALLATION ................................16 FieldBee installation ............................ -
Page 3: Introduction
WHAT IS THIS FieldBee tractor navigation system - it provides high accuracy (0-4 cm), it is easy to install and change between tractors, it is used on your smartphone/tablet and can be upgraded to the automatic steering system. -
Page 4: Ways Of Using Fieldbee
3 WAYS OF USING FIELDBEE 3 WAYS OF USING FIELDBEE FieldBee as standalone sensor FieldBee rover antenna eFarmer app on your on your tractor smartphone/tablet Navigation system with submeter accuracy (30-50 cm) FieldBee WITH correction network PROVIDER OF RTK Access to the provider... -
Page 5: Quick Start
- FieldBee app - for navigation for FieldBee sensors configuration https://goo.gl/KAiFtD https://goo.gl/yL9hGf STEP 2 Choose one of 3 ways of using the FieldBee FieldBee FieldBee with RTK FieldBee as standalone sensor correction provider with RTK Bee Station Attach radio antenna... -
Page 6: Package Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS FieldBee GPS GNSS Antenna ....Cable 5m ..........User manual ........... Metal plate .......... Antenna 868/915Mhz ....... Charger 220v/12v 2A ...... -
Page 7: Configuration
For initial configuration and all subsequent changes you will need: 1. Android smartphone or tablet with OS version 4.2 Jelly Bean or greater. 2. FieldBee application. You can install it from Google Play Store, follow the link or simply search «FieldBee». -
Page 8: Fieldbee As Standalone Sensor
Bluetooth device scan, answer «Yes/OK» to continue. c. If you have more than one FieldBee or RTK Bee Station you can look at the serial number marked on the sticker on the bottom of the antenna and match it with the name that appears on the screen. - Page 9 9. If you receive poor or no result in 10 minutes, please refer to the troubleshooting chapter. 10. Configuration is complete, close the app. WHAT’S NEXT? 1. Install FieldBee on the tractor - see the chapter about installation 2. Connect your FieldBee to the eFarmer app and start using the system for your fieldwork.
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Page 10: Fieldbee With Rtk Correction Provider
1. Perform steps 1-7 from FieldBee in autonomous mode configuration. 2. Tap «Connect to NTRIP network» button. 3. Select Wi-Fi access point you want to use for FieldBee Internet connection. You will need to use shared mobile internet (Hotspot) and/or portable hotspot. Icon on each item will show Wi-Fi strength and if a network is protected. - Page 11 Make sure that Wi-Fi access point is in the effective range from the FieldBee during work, otherwise precision will degrade. WHAT’S NEXT? 1. Install FieldBee on a tractor - see the chapter about installation 2. Connect the FieldBee to eFarmer app - and start using it for field work and mapping.
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Page 12: Fieldbee With Rtk Bee Station In Radio (Lora) Mode
«Yes/OK» to continue. c. If you have more than one FieldBee or RTK Bee Station you can look at the serial number marked on the sticker on the bottom of the antenna and match it with the name that appears on the screen. - Page 13 13. Perform system test. Take RTK Bee Station and FIeldBee outside and place them above ground level on an open sky leaving at least 1 meter in between. Make sure that your device (smartphone/tablet) is connected to the FieldBee (12a) all the time and the Radio (LoRa) connection is established (12d).
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Page 14: Fieldbee With Rtk Bee Station In Wi-Fi Mode
(Hotspot). You will need separate Wi-Fi points for RTK Bee Station and FieldBee rover antenna, however, you can use same access point for initial system testing. Configuration 1. Perform steps 1-11 from FieldBee with RTK Bee Station in Radio (LoRa) mode configuration. 2. Tap «Connect to Wi-Fi» button. - Page 15 9. Configuration is complete, close the app. WHAT’S NEXT? 1. Install FieldBee on the tractor - see the chapter on installation 2. Install RTK Bee Station 3. Connect your FieldBee to the eFarmer app and start using it for fieldwork.
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Page 16: Installation
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION This chapter provides recommendations on installing FieldBee and RTK Bee Station. Most of them are required for proper work and to achieve maximal accuracy. FIELDBEE INSTALLATION Requirements For tractors with plastic roof you will need a metal plate, you can order one at www.efarmer.mobi/shop... -
Page 17: Rtk Bee Station Fixed Installation
Requirements Flat metal surface or pole mount with 1/4-20 UNC thread (also used in most consumer grade cameras). You can use a metal plate from our store www.efarmer.mobi/shop Additional tools and materials are required based on individual parameters of installation. -
Page 18: Rtk Bee Station Portable Installation
Do not change c. go to the desired installation place and check the orientation Wi-Fi signal strength using the FieldBee app. of antenna d. if signal strength is good you may continue Do not make installation, if not you may require to move either holes in antenna access point or base station. - Page 19 Guide DO NOT’S 1. Find a place to mount that suites following parameters: Do not change a. flat surface orientation of b. with open sky view (away from mountains, big antenna rocks, forest) Do not use wire c. away from sources of electromagnetic radiation to tie antenna in (generators, power lines, etc.) place...
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Page 20: Charging
CHARGING CHARGING The charger delivered with your FieldBee automatically checks for healthy voltages of the two cells and only attempts charging if they are within limits. The battery must be charged prior to using it for the first time because it is delivered with an energy content as low as possible. -
Page 21: Led-Indication
LED-INDICATION FieldBee has LED-indicators, which shows working antenna modes. The color set is the 5 signs sequence. 1. Every sequence will start with the green color. *If there is no LED indicators sign light - check the power supply. Battery can be сompletely discharged or be in the power save mode, which means you need to charge it immediately. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
FieldBee. Please, read carefully the chapter CONFIGURATION in that mode, which are you going to use FieldBee. If the problem persists after reading - contact support. How to get support - read in the chapter CONTACTS (page ). -
Page 23: Contacts
Also, you can use email: support@efarmer.mobi for describing your questions. WARNINGS Allowing your FieldBee to get wet can damage to its electronics and/or make it operate incorrectly creating a hazardous condition. Caution: to ensure regulatory compliance, use only the provided power and interface cables.
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