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- Page 1 Installation and operating instructions TRACK-Guide II Version: V7.20160121 30302710-02-EN Read and follow these operating instructions. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place for later reference.
- Page 2 Company details Document Installation and operating instructions Product: TRACK-Guide II Document number: 30302710-02-EN As of software version: 04.10.04 Original language: German Copyright © Müller-Elektronik GmbH & Co.KG Franz-Kleine-Straße 18 33154 Salzkotten Germany Phone: ++49 (0) 5258 / 9834 - 0 Fax: ++49 (0) 5258 / 9834 - 90 Email: info@mueller-elektronik.de...
- Page 3 SIM card 4.4.1 Inserting the SIM card Connecting the ISO printer to the terminal Connecting the ME LightBar to the terminal Connecting the on-board integrated display/controller to the terminal Connecting the GPS Receiver to the terminal Connecting sensors to the terminal 4.10...
- Page 4 Contents Opening applications in the selection menu Display layout in the selection menu Opening applications Segmentation of the display Configuring the terminal in the Service application Controls in the Service application Icons in the Service application Changing the language Basic settings GPS receiver 7.5.1 Activating the GPS receiver...
- Page 5 Contents ISOBUS-TC task processing Using ISOBUS-TC Adjusting how you use ISOBUS-TC Configuring the list of connections Serial Interface application 10.1 Transfer target rates via LH5000 10.2 Switching sections and transferring target rates via ASD File Server application Maintenance and servicing 12.1 Servicing and cleaning the terminal 12.2...
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Page 6: For Your Safety
For your safety Basic safety instructions 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 terminal while driving in road traffic. Come to a standstill in order to use the unit. -
Page 7: Layout And Meaning Of Warnings
For your safety Layout and meaning of warnings ▪ 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. -
Page 8: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
For your safety EC declaration of conformity The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any personal injury or property damage resulting from such improper use. All risks involved in engaging in improper usage, lie solely with the user. Intended use also includes compliance with the conditions for operation and repairs prescribed by the manufacturer. -
Page 9: About These Operating Instructions
About these Operating Instructions Target group of these Operating Instructions About these Operating Instructions Target group of these Operating Instructions These Operating Instructions are intended for personnel entrusted with installing and operating the terminal. Layout of operating instructions The operating instructions explain step by step how you can perform certain operations with the product. -
Page 10: Product Description
Product description Performance description Product description Performance description Hardware The terminal is available in two hardware versions: ▪ With GSM modem and with camera connections – Complete functionality: – It is the prerequisite for work with the farmpilot portal; – On the rear side you can find two camera connections and one connection for the GSM antenna. -
Page 11: Scope Of Delivery
Product description Scope of delivery Scope of delivery The following items are included in delivery: ▪ Terminal ▪ Installation and Operating Instructions ▪ Operating instructions for the TRACK-Leader application - as a separate document. ▪ Bracket for mounting the terminal ▪... -
Page 12: Mounting And Installation
◦ Mount the terminal at least 1 m away from the radio antenna or from a radio device. Procedure 1. Screw the bracket to the terminal. 2. Mount the terminal with the bracket installed inside the tractor cab. For instance, you can use the ME mounting bracket for this purpose. Base console V7.20160121 30302710-02-EN... -
Page 13: Terminal Ports
Covering cap for USB port CAN bus port Prevents dust from entering the USB socket. For connection of ISOBUS basic equipment or voltage supply with TRACK-Guide II. Port B SIM card slot See section: Pin assignment of port B [➙ 74]... -
Page 14: Connecting The Terminal To Voltage Supply
Mounting and installation Connecting the terminal to voltage supply NOTICE Electromagnetic waves Damage to the terminal ◦ Glue the GSM antenna from the inside onto a window pane so that its emissions are directed outward. Never glue the unit to the terminal or other electronic components. ... -
Page 15: Sim Card
Mounting and installation SIM card – In certain versions, you will also require the D-Sub <-> CPC connector cable, item no. 30322541 When there is more than one terminal in the tractor cab, you may need to change certain settings in order to enable two-way communication. -
Page 16: Connecting The Iso Printer To The Terminal
Mounting and installation Connecting the ISO printer to the terminal ⇨ Card holder will be unlatched: 4. Raise the card holder. The card holder can be raised on the right hand side where the casing is rounded. The card holder is held in place by hinges on the other side. 5. -
Page 17: Connecting The Me Lightbar To The Terminal
The ME LightBar works with position data and guidance lines that are provided by the TRACK-Leader app. This is why you need the TRACK Leader App to be able to use the ME LightBar. External LightBar Connector for connection to the terminal... -
Page 18: Connecting The Gps Receiver To The Terminal
Mounting and installation Connecting the GPS Receiver to the terminal You can find a list of on-board integrated display/controllers that we have tested here: ▪ Transfer target rates via LH5000 [➙ 66] ▪ Switching sections and transferring target rates via ASD [➙ 67] For other on-board integrated display/controllers and for on-board integrated display/controllers with other software versions, this function may not work at all or different from how it is described in these instructions. -
Page 19: Connecting Sensors To The Terminal
Mounting and installation Connecting sensors to the terminal Data bits Parity Stop bits Flow control none CAUTION Damage to the equipment caused by short circuit Pin 4 of port C is live. The voltage depends on the operating voltage of the terminal and is used to supply the DGPS Receiver from Müller Elektronik. -
Page 20: Connecting The Camera To The Terminal
Mounting and installation Connecting the camera to the terminal Adapter cable by hardware version Hardware ver- Adapter cable Connection Item num- sion of the terminal From 3.0.0 3-pole plug Adapter cable, 9-pole bushing to 3- 31302499 pole From 1.4.1 3-pole plug Adapter cable, 9-pole socket to 3-pole 31302497 You can also connect the terminal to the signal socket. - Page 21 Mounting and installation Connecting the camera to the terminal Connection to the terminal Camera Cable for connection to the voltage supply. Camera plug GND (blue) - Earth Socket for connection to the camera plug +12V (brown) - 12V voltage Procedure 1.
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Page 22: Basic Control Principles
Basic control principles Getting to grips with the controls Basic control principles Getting to grips with the controls Terminal controls Rotary knob Keys Function keys Controls Rotary knob The rotary knob is located in the top right hand corner of the terminal. Control with the rotary knob may vary slightly between the different applications. -
Page 23: Initial Start-Up
Basic control principles Initial start-up Has no function Has no function Exit screen Cancel input Hide warning messages and alerts Open the "Selection menu" application Exit the "Selection menu" application Initial start-up Procedure This is how you start the terminal for the first time: ... -
Page 24: Configuration Sequence
Basic control principles Configuration sequence ⇨ The following screen will appear: ⇨ You have opened the "Service" application. 7. Configuring the terminal in the Service application [➙ 31] Configuration sequence Depending on the terminal that you have and which apps are activated, you will need to configure the terminal and its accessories in different points. -
Page 25: Restarting The Terminal
Basic control principles Restarting the terminal CAUTION Danger of pressing the function keys without care When pressing function keys, components of the connected machine can be moved or activated. As a result, people can be injured and property damaged. Before pressing a function key: ◦... -
Page 26: Inputting Data
Basic control principles Inputting data Inputting data All data must be entered on the data input screen. Data input screen Controls Below the characters, you will find 5 icons which will assist you when entering the data. Delete characters Move cursor to the left Move cursor to the right Confirm and finish input. - Page 27 Basic control principles Using two terminals Parameter Chapter Login as ISOBUS-UT Setting the purpose of the terminal [➙ 47] Connection with ISOBUS- Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile [➙ 54] List of connections Configuring the list of connections [➙ 64] 30302710-02-EN V7.20160121...
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Page 28: Opening Applications In The Selection Menu
Opening applications in the selection menu Display layout in the selection menu Opening applications in the selection menu In the selection menu you can choose which application you wish to view on the display. You can open the selection menu at any time. This will not close the application currently running. Controls Open the selection menu Press again –... -
Page 29: Segmentation Of The Display
Opening applications in the selection menu Segmentation of the display Procedure ⇨ The function icon of the selected application is marked with a dot on the left hand side: - Set which application is to be displayed in the header of the split display. 2. - Page 30 Opening applications in the selection menu Segmentation of the display Function icon Function Swap applications between the header section and the main section of the display. V7.20160121 30302710-02-EN...
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Page 31: Configuring The Terminal In The Service Application
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Controls in the Service application Configuring the terminal in the Service application In the "Service" application you can configure the terminal and activate the connected farm equipment. Once you have launched the "Service" application, you will be shown the following screen: Start screen of the "Service"... -
Page 32: Icons In The Service Application
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Icons in the Service application Function icon Meaning Only appears if… Delete file (red) Selected object can be deleted Configure GPS receiver GPS receiver is activated Configuring farmpilot farmpilot portal is activated Open the Diagnostics screen Diagnostics is activated Retrieve default values. -
Page 33: Basic Settings
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Basic settings ⇨ The following screen will appear: ⇨ The following screen will appear: - Click on "Service". The texts on this screen may appear in a foreign language. - Click on "Terminal-Einstellungen“ ("Display settings"). - Click on "Sprache"... -
Page 34: Gps Receiver
Configuring the terminal in the Service application GPS receiver Procedure 1. Switch to the "Display settings" screen: ⇨ The following screen will appear: | Service | Display settings - Change the desired parameter. List of parameters Parameter Sub-parameter Meaning Brightness Adjusting brightness for day mode Night Adjusting brightness for night mode... -
Page 35: Activating The Gps Receiver
Configuring the terminal in the Service application GPS receiver 7.5.1 Activating the GPS receiver In order to enable the GPS receiver, you must first select the driver for the connected receiver. A driver is a small program that controls connected device. The drivers for the devices supplied by Müller-Elektronik are pre-installed on the terminal. -
Page 36: Configuring The Gps Receiver
To configure the parameters: A GPS receiver is connected to socket C of the terminal. The GPS receiver is connected directly to the terminal. Additional devices such as ME LightBar or tilt module may not be connected in between. -
Page 37: Parameters For The Gps Receiver
Configuring the terminal in the Service application GPS receiver The driver of the ME Lightbar "LightBar" is deactivated. Otherwise the DGPS receiver cannot be configured. 1. Switch to the "GPS" screen: ⇨ The following screen appears: | Service | ⇨... - Page 38 Configuring the terminal in the Service application GPS receiver ▪ Name of the satellite. Which satellites are shown here is dependent on the driver and correction signal that you have activated. Steering This parameter activates the "Automatic steering" assistance function in the GPS receiver. If you want to connect your existing GPS receiver to a steering job computer, you have to configure the "Steering"...
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Page 39: Rtk License For Smart-6L
The driver of the external ME LightBar is deactivated. 1. If any additional devices (e.g. ME LightBar) are connected to the cable between the terminal and the tilt module, disconnect them. The tilt module must be connected directly to the terminal. After the tilt module has been configured, these additional devices must be reconnected. -
Page 40: Activating An External Lightbar
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Activating an external LightBar 6. Position the tractor on a ground surface that is known to be level. ⇨ The position of the tilt module on level ground is being calibrated. 7. Click on the line "Null point calibration". ⇨... -
Page 41: Operating The Camera
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Camera ⇨ The following screen will appear: 2. Click on "Camera". 3. Click on the "Camera" driver. ⇨ The following icon will appear next to the driver ⇨ The following function icon will appear in the start screen of the "Service" application: - Restart the terminal. -
Page 42: Configuring The Joystick Button Allocations
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Configuring the joystick button allocations Function icon Meaning Zooming in for camera images. Zooming out for camera images. Activating automatic camera mode. In automatic mode the camera images will be automatically displayed if a sensor sends a signal to do so. - Page 43 Configuring the terminal in the Service application Configuring the joystick button allocations Selecting the function Area with available functions Cursor Icon for the ISOBUS job computer Button assignment area Icon for the function Button assignment. The example of the Müller Elektronik multi-function grip (MFG) LED colour (position of the side-switch on the Multi-function grip version multi-function grip)
- Page 44 Configuring the terminal in the Service application Configuring the joystick button allocations Procedure To configure the button assignment: The joystick and ISOBUS job computer are connected and support the "Auxiliary 2" protocol. You have activated the driver "Auxiliary2" 1.
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Page 45: Adjusting The Brightness For Day Or Night Mode
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Adjusting the brightness for day or night mode ⇨ You have completed the assignments and can now operate the machine with the joystick. - Confirm the assignments. You must re-confirm the assignments after each restart. 7.10 Adjusting the brightness for day or night mode In this chapter you will learn how to adjust the brightness of the display for day or night mode. -
Page 46: Activating Licenses For Full Versions Of The Software
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Activating licenses for full versions of the software Name of the plug-in Includes the following applications TRACK-Leader TRACK-Leader SECTION-Control TRACK-Leader TOP VARIABLE RATE-Control FIELD-Nav FIELD-Nav Procedure To activate and deactivate plug-ins: 1. Switch to the "Plug-ins" screen: ⇨... -
Page 47: Setting The Purpose Of The Terminal
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Setting the purpose of the terminal ▪ Item number of the terminal – Found on the nameplate on the reverse of the terminal. Procedure The activation number is entered as follows: 1. Switch to the "Licenses" screen: ⇨... -
Page 48: Deleting Files From The Usb Memory Device
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Deleting files from the USB memory device 2. Configure parameter. 7.14 Deleting files from the USB memory device NOTICE Potential loss of data! Deleted files cannot be retrieved! ◦ Think very carefully about which file you wish to delete. On the "Files"... -
Page 49: Activating The "Diagnostics" Function
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Activating the "Diagnostics" function ⇨ The following screen will appear: ⇨ The names of several folders will appear. 2. Click on "Pools". ⇨ If the pool is empty, nothing will appear. ⇨ The contents of the folder will be displayed. 3. -
Page 50: Diagnostics
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Screenshots ⇨ Next to the driver the icon will appear. ⇨ The following function icon will appear on the start screen of the "Service" application: - Restart terminal. ⇨ You have activated the "Diagnostics" function. 7.16.1 Diagnostics The screen "Diagnostics"... -
Page 51: Creating Screenshots
Configuring the terminal in the Service application CAN-Trace settings 7.17.2 Creating screenshots Procedure You have configured the "Screenshots" function. If you want to save the screenshots to the USB memory device, you will already have inserted the USB memory device into the terminal. 1. -
Page 52: Activating The Iso Printer
Configuring the terminal in the Service application Activating the ISO printer ⇨ After restarting the terminal, CAN-Trace will log the communication between the terminal - Restart terminal. and the jobcomputer. ⇨ The CAN-Trace function will be deactivated automatically. 9. Leave the terminal switched on until the set CAN-Trace duration has elapsed. 10. -
Page 53: Tractor-Ecu Application
Tractor-ECU application Activating the ISO printer Tractor-ECU application The Tractor-ECU application is used to compile all of the information of the vehicle on which the terminal is mounted. Tractor-ECU can transfer this information to other apps (e.g. the position of the GPS receiver to TRACK-Leader or SECTION-Control) or to a connected ISOBUS job computer (GPS signal as a speed source). -
Page 54: Add A Vehicle Profile
Tractor-ECU application Add a vehicle profile Add a vehicle profile List of vehicle profiles Activated vehicle profile (the icon is marked in Information on the marked vehicle profile green) List of all available vehicle profiles Cursor Function Meaning icon Add a vehicle profile Vehicle profile cannot be deleted Delete the vehicle profile Return... - Page 55 Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile List of parameters Cursor Function Meaning Only appears if… icon Switch to the "Settings" screen Input the position of the GPS receiver [➙ 60]. Activate the vehicle profile The selected vehicle profile is not activated.
- Page 56 Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile This can be done in two ways: ▪ A sensor is connected to the terminal via the serial interface (port B). (e.g.: Operating position sensor, all sensors which can be connected via the 7-pin signal socket). The parameters for the sensors connected in this way do not have the suffix "via CAN".
- Page 57 Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile A working position sensor, is located on the front hitch or on the implement mounted on the front hitch. It is connected to the terminal via connector B. The working position sensor must be configured [➙...
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Page 58: Calibrating The Speed Sensor
Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile Working width This value is transmitted to the ISOBUS-TC application to calculate the processed area. This parameter primarily enables you to document processed areas for non-ISOBUS implements if you are working in TRACK-Leader without an ISOBUS job computer, and if you also use the ISOBUS-TC App simultaneously with ISO-XML tasks. -
Page 59: Configuring A Working Position Sensor
Use this option if the sensor mounted on your equipment is compatible with the Standard ISO 11786. The sensor is connected to the terminal via the signal socket. ▪ "ME-sensor Y" You are using a working position sensor provided by Müller-Electronik. The sensor is connected to the terminal. -
Page 60: Entering The Position Of The Gps Receiver
When you have mounted and connected the GPS receiver, you must enter its exact position. For the parallel guide with TRACK-Guide II you can skip this section. You must enter the position of the GPS receiver in the "Machine profile" screen of the TRACK-Leader application. -
Page 61: For Machines Fitted With An Isobus Job Computer
Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile ⇨ The following screen will appear: 5. Measuring the position of the GPS receiver. You will find out how to do this in the following subchapters. 6. Input the measured distances in the "Offset X" and "Offset Y" fields. ⇨... -
Page 62: Activating Vehicle Profiles
Tractor-ECU application Activating vehicle profiles The jobcomputer of the farm equipment in use is connected to the terminal In the jobcomputer the geometry of the farm equipment is configured. 1. Measure the distance between the attachment point of the attached or trailed implement and the GPS receiver. -
Page 63: Isobus-Tc Task Processing
ISOBUS-TC task processing Using ISOBUS-TC ISOBUS-TC task processing Using ISOBUS-TC The ISOBUS-TC application is an application from Mueller-Electronics which establishes an interface between the ISOBUS job computer, the TRACK-Leader application and the FMIS (Farm Management Information System) on the ISOBUS terminal. With ISOBUS-TC, you can: ▪... -
Page 64: Configuring The List Of Connections
The farm equipment must be ordered consecutively from the front to the rear when viewed in the direction of travel Tractor ECU of the terminal. Name of the job computer Connectors between the "ME-Tractor-ECU" Not all of the equipment in the list must be application and "ME_ISO_Spritze". The connected. Job computers which contain no geometries of this equipment is transferred to relevant geometric data can be disconnected. - Page 65 In simple systems, the terminal can set up the list of connections automatically. In particular, when the ME terminal is the only unit which contains the tractor geometry (see: Entering the position of the GPS Receiver [➙ 60] It can however still be necessary to set the list of connection manually in the following instances: ▪...
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Page 66: Serial Interface Application
Serial Interface application Transfer target rates via LH5000 Serial Interface application The "Serial Interface" application is used to enable communication between the terminal and a non- ISOBUS compatible on-board integrated display/controller. This interface enables you to use all of the applications together with the GPS signal and the on- board integrated display/controllers, in order to: ▪... -
Page 67: Switching Sections And Transferring Target Rates Via Asd
Serial Interface application Switching sections and transferring target rates via ASD 9. "Implement type" -> Select the implement with which you are working. 10. "Baud rate" -> normally "9600". The baud rate is dependent on the on-board integrated display/controller. - Activate the implement profile. - Press and confirm to save the implement profile. - Page 68 Serial Interface application Switching sections and transferring target rates via ASD You can use the ASD protocol to transfer target rates to a prescription map or to switch sections. The degree to which you can use these functions will depend on the on-board integrated display/controller.
- Page 69 Serial Interface application Switching sections and transferring target rates via ASD right, enter a positive value, and for a shift to the left, enter a negative value. 12. "Working Width" - The working width set in the on-board integrated display/controller. 13.
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Page 70: File Server Application
File Server application File Server application The File Server application is used to define a save location on the terminal. 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 job computers, and also the possibility of saving, for example protocols or error messages. -
Page 71: Maintenance And Servicing
Maintenance and servicing Servicing and cleaning the terminal Maintenance and servicing NOTICE This product does not contain any components which require maintenance or repair! Never unscrew the casing! 12.1 Servicing and cleaning the terminal ▪ Press the keys with your fingertips. Avoid using your finger nails. ▪... -
Page 72: Checking The Software Version
12.4 Checking the software version Procedure 1. Open the "Service" application: | Service 2. The following screen will appear: 3. The software version can be found below the ME logo. 12.5 Technical specifications 12.5.1 Technical specifications of the terminal Parameter... -
Page 73: Pin Assignment Of Port A
Maintenance and servicing Technical specifications Parameter Value devices. Display VGA TFT color display; display size (diagonal): 14.5 cm ; resolution: 640 x 480 pixels Processor 32-bit ARM920T up to 400 MHz 64 MB SDRAM Boot USB 128 MB Internal clock Buffered by capacitor, keeps the time for 2 weeks without an external power supply. -
Page 74: Pin Assignment Of Port B
Maintenance and servicing Technical specifications is compliant with TBC_Pwr in ISO 11783. When the terminal is switched on, this pin is under voltage (supply voltage minus approx. 1.2V). 12.5.3 Pin assignment of port B The pin assignment of port B is dependent on the hardware version of the terminal. Terminals with hardware versions from 3.0.0 9-pin. -
Page 75: Pin Assignment Of Port C
Maintenance and servicing Technical specifications 12.5.4 Pin assignment of port C Port C is an RS232 interface CAUTION Damage to the equipment caused by short circuit Pin 4 of port C is live. The voltage depends on the operating voltage of the terminal and is used to supply the DGPS Receiver from Müller Elektronik. -
Page 76: Pin Assignment Of Camera Ports 1 And 2
Pin assignment of the socket (in Pin assignment of the connector the terminal) Signal Pin is exclusively intended for use by ME (do not connect anything) Pin is exclusively intended for use by ME (do not connect anything) Video signal Video screen... -
Page 77: Notes
Notes Notes 30302710-02-EN V7.20160121...
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