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ARAG 400S BRAVO Series Installation, Use And Maintenance Manual

ARAG 400S BRAVO Series Installation, Use And Maintenance Manual

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4674A9DX0.950
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  • Page 1 400S brAvo SerieS computer with integrAteD gpS nAvigAtor 4674A9DX0.950 Software rel. 1.0X inStALLAtion, uSe AnD mAintenAnce...
  • Page 2 This manual is an integral part of the equipment to which it refers and must accompany the equipment in case of sale or change of ownership. Keep it for any future reference; ARAG reserves the right to modify product specifications and instructions at any moment and without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS contentS 10.1.6 Valves ................. 31 MAIN VALVE Risks and protections before assembly .........5 • Type (REMINDER) ............31 • Automatic closing of sections valves (REMINDER) ..31 Intended use ................5 • Switching time ..............31 PRESSURE REGULATING VALVE Precautions ................5 • Regulation direction ............31 Package content ...............5 SECTION VALVES • Type (REMINDER) ............32 Position on farming machine ..........6 • Shut-off time ..............
  • Page 4 CONTENTS 14 "Home" Menu ................74 10.2 Implement - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR ......46 10.2.1 Sections configuration ............46 14.1 F1 Continue last job ............75 • Sections number ............. 46 14.2 F2 Save job ..............76 • Section 1 ÷ 13 ..............46 14.3 F3 New job ..............77 10.2.2 Working parameters............47 14.4 F4 Memories management ..........78 • Sections overlapping limit ..........

  • Page 5: Risks And Protections Before Assembly

    • Comply with the specified power voltage (12 Vdc). • In case of voltaic arc welding, remove connectors from BRAVO 400S and disconnect the power cables. • Only use ARAG genuine spare parts and accessories. • Bravo 400S can control hydraulic valves to open / close the boom.

  • Page 6: Position On Farming Machine

    System recommended composition Connect the power cable directly to the battery wires using the suitable eyelets. WARNING! DO NOT connect to key-operated switch (15/54). To connect all parts of the system correctly, make sure to use the proper connection cables specified in Tab. 1 page 8. Consider all possible variants: •...
  • Page 7 seLetRon system WitH HydRauLic contRoLs code 46749010.260 code 46749000.260 Line 1 Line 2 Fig. 4 Legend of connection cables: 1a Computer / RCU / battery for TRAILED MACHINE 1b Computer / RCU / battery for SELF-PROPELLED MACHINE Speed sensor 2b Control unit / sensors / hydraulic RCU Filling flowmeter Head-end cable RPM sensor...
  • Page 8 standaRd cabLes standaRd cabLes pLus cabLes pLus cabLes foR seLetRon - fouRfoLd foR seLetRon - singLe foR seLetRon - tWin foR seLetRon - tWin maX. boom WidtH 36 m maX. boom WidtH 48 m maX. boom WidtH 24 m maX. boom WidtH 36 m 50 cm spacing 50 cm spacing 50 cm spacing 50 cm spacing 3 - pLus centRaL cabLes 3 - standaRd centRaL cabLes 3 - standaRd centRaL cabLes 3 - pLus centRaL cabLes Connection cable for MONITOR / no. of Cable REMOTE CONTROL UNIT - BATTERY no.

  • Page 9: Monitor And Control Unit Positioning

    INSTALLATION Monitor and control unit positioning • BRAVO 400S series computer must be placed in the control cabin of the farming machine. Observe the following precautions: - Do NOT install the monitor in areas where it would be subjected to excessive vibrations or shocks, to prevent any damage or accidental use of the control keys;...

  • Page 10: Bracket Fixing

    WARNING! DO NOT CONNECT HYDRAULIC UNITS OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED ONES (SEE ARAG GENERAL CATALOGUE). ARAG IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT, MALFUNCTION ERRORS AND ANY KIND OF RISK IF THE MODULE IS CONNECTED TO NON ORIGINAL UNITS OR UNITS NOT SUPPLIED BY ARAG.

  • Page 11: Gps Receiver Positioning

    INSTALLATION GPS receiver positioning The user must position the GPS receiver correctly as specified in this manual and properly account for the greater obstacle clearance height of the vehicle. GPS receiver installation: There are certain essential requirements to be met when installing the GPS receiver on the farming machine: it must be mounted on the highest point of the vehicle (including the trailer);...
  • Page 12 M10 nut from the inside. Fig. 14 It is the operator's responsibility to ensure that the system is fixed securely in place. ARAG is not liable for any damage in the event the receiver should come off, regardless of the fixing method used.

  • Page 13: Wiring Connections

    • Use of unsuitable cables not provided by ARAG automatically voids the warranty. • ARAG is not liable for damages to the equipment, persons or animals caused by failure to observe the above instructions. General precautions for a correct harness position •...

  • Page 14: Securing The Seletron Cables

    Never use an extension for any other components unless you have so agreed with the ARAG Assistance Center. Choose and install the cables so that they retain some freedom of movement at boom joints.
  • Page 15 (BODY, HARNESSES, ETC.) COME INTO CONTACT WITH MOVING PARTS AT ANY TIME WHEN THE SYSTEM IS IN USE (INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING, USE AND SHUTDOWN OF THE FARMING MACHINE). ARAG will not be held responsible for any damage to the system, people, animals or objects caused by failure to follow the guidelines outlined above.

  • Page 16: Hydraulic Valves Connection

    INSTALLATION Hydraulic valves connection Bravo 400S can control up to 9 hydraulic functions through double-acting valves. Fix the connectors to the relevant valves according to the initials indicated in your assembly general diagram (par. 5.1). • Position seal ( ) onto connector ( ), then connect the latter pressing it fully home ( during this operation, take special care not to bend valve electric contacts.

  • Page 17: Sensor Connection

    Fig. 28 Camera connection Bravo 400S can be connected to one or two cameras code 46700100 (purchased separately) using the suitable cables listed in the ARAG general catalogue. Connect the connector to the monitor (see connection points at par. 5.2) and the other cable end to the camera: ensure it is correctly in place and turn the ring nut clockwise until blocking it.

  • Page 18: Sd Memory Card

    INSTALLATION SD memory card The SD memory card may be used to exchange data with the BRAVO 400S computer. Before using it make sure the card is not protected (Fig. 30). The system is ONLY compatible with SD or SDHC memory cards. Fig. 30 Fig. 31 •...

  • Page 19: Setup

    SETUP setup Setup preparation Before computer setup, check: • that all components are correctly installed (control unit and sensors); • the correct connection to the power source; • the correct connection of components (control unit and sensors). Failure to correctly connect system components or to use specified components might damage the device or its components. WARNING! DO NOT CONNECT THE CONNECTORS TO THE SELETRON NOZZLE HOLDERS.

  • Page 20: Switching Off

    SETUP Switching off Keep key pressed until Bravo 400S is switched off. During switching off Bravo 400S saves the current job, do NOT press any other key and do NOT disconnect the power supply until Bravo 400S display turns off. ...

  • Page 21: Menu Structure

    SETUP menu stRuctuRe Upon first switching on, press and enter the device basic settings (chap. 9). Afterwards, it will be possible to select the preset settings by pressing chap. 14 "Home" Menu chap. 9 chap. 10 Basic settings Advanced setup Select / Create settings: Edit settings: Implement imp00...

  • Page 22: Basic Settings

    SETUP "BASIC SETTINGS" basic settings guided setup pRoceduRe upon fiRst sWitcHing on 1 Language setting Settings - In the "Home" screen (Fig. 43) press to enter the menu (Fig. 44). General options > Language - Select and set the language of Bravo 400S. Settings Implement - Press and return to the menu.
  • Page 23 - Serial port 57600 bps, n, 8, 1. • NavSim : available ONLY for ARAG personnel for system diagnostics. 4 Basic setup procedure is now complete (*). Now it is possible to start the advanced setup procedure, described in chap. 10.

  • Page 24: Advanced Setup

    ADVANCED SETUP adVanced setup ACTIVE SETTINGS Before carrying out the advanced setup procedure, select the type of Implement, Tractor and User you wish to use: all modifications made to the advanced setup will be applied to the ACTIVE SETTINGS (in the example here imp00, tra00, usr00). Fig. 51 impLement, tRactoR and useR type seLection 1 Press...
  • Page 25 ADVANCED SETUP 3c setup seLection: Instead of saving, you can select a previously saved setup. imp00 Select the setup from the names on the list ( in the example of Fig. 60: ) and press The selected setup is now active on the computer (Fig. 61). Proceed to advanced setup. Tractor User You can follow the same procedure for...

  • Page 26: Implement - Sprayer (Seletron)

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" The type of implement displayed depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9), affecting which items are displayed in Fig. 65. 10.1 Implement - SPRAYER (SELETRON) Implement advanced settings Spray spots configurations • (par. 10.1.1). Boom settings •...

  • Page 27: Boom Settings

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.2 Boom settings Spray spots spacing The operator may choose the way in which the boom is subdivided into different sections: this is done in order to act on the corresponding switch when closing sections manually. With automatic management, instead, the computer acts on each Section 1 Section 2 single Seletron separately. Fig. 70 Depending on the selected settings, the number of spraying points as well as the value of the boom width, displayed in Fig.

  • Page 28: Flowmeter

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.3 Flowmeter Enter the values for the flowmeter installed on the system. The table below indicates the values that are automatically set when selecting the flowmeter code. Other If the installed flowmeter is not displayed, select and enter the relevant values.

  • Page 29: Filling Flowmeter

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.4 Filling flowmeter • Activation status To configure the items on this menu, you must enable the filling flowmeter Flowmeter enabled / Flowmeter disabled). Enter the values for the filling flowmeter installed on the system: the following table indicates the values which will be set automatically by selecting the corresponding flowmeter code.

  • Page 30: Pressure Sensor

    The table below indicates the values that are automatically set selecting the sensor code. Other If the installed sensor is not displayed, select and enter the relevant values. aRag pRessuRe sensoR Maximum pressure Type ARAG 466113.200 20.0 ARAG 466113.500 50.0 Fig. 85 Other 50.0 Depending on the basic settings (Delivery cal.

  • Page 31: Valves

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.6 Valves Set the type of valve installed on the system and the relevant values. Main valve > Type Automatic closing of sections valves The items appear as a REMINDER: they are enabled during guided setup (chap. 9). Therefore, they cannot be modified from this screen.

  • Page 32: Section Valves

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 10.1.6 Valves SECTION VALVES • Type (REMINDER) 2 ways On a Seletron system, section valves are of the type (without calibrated backflows) and are automatically set. Fig. 90 • Shut-off time Indicate the time between the moment when the command is sent to the Seletron valves and the actual moment in which product output stops.

  • Page 33: Nozzles Data

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.7 Nozzles data Allows setting the values of 12 types of ISO nozzles and 6 "User" nozzles (A, B, C, D, E, F). Flowrate The values for Pressure can be modified for "User" nozzles ONLY, not for ISO nozzles. - Select the nozzle you wish to set up (Fig.

  • Page 34: Wheel Sensor

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.8 Wheel sensor Information concerning speed is usually received by the GPS, which is connected directly to Bravo 400S. If there is no GPS signal this menu allows to use the wheel sensor as a source of speed data instead of the GPS, and therefore to calculate the data on the basis of the pulses received by the speed sensor installed on the wheel.

  • Page 35: Tank

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.10 Tank Set tank capacity and range value. Fig. 104 • Capacity Indicate tank capacity. Fig. 105 • Reserve level Indicate range value. The tank alarm is triggered when, during spraying, the tank level falls below the set value. For the procedure to be followed when an alarm occurs, please refer to par.

  • Page 36: Alarms

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.11 Alarms Set Bravo 400S job alarms. For the procedure to be followed when an alarm occurs, please refer to par. 17.1 Error messages. Fig. 107 NOZZLES ALARMS • Nozzle wear check To configure the items on this menu, you must enable the nozzle wear check: Check enabled Check disabled...

  • Page 37: Flowmeter Alarms

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 10.1.11 Alarms FLOWMETER ALARMS • Minimum flowrate alarm • Maximum flowrate alarm Allows to enable/disable minimum and maximum flowrate alarms for the flowmeter. - Select the item you wish to set up. - Enable/disable the alarm ( Alarm enabled / Alarm disabled).

  • Page 38: Working Parameters

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.12 Working parameters Set the farming machine job limits. Fig. 113 SPRAYING LIMITS • Spraying speed limit To configure the items on this menu, you must enable the speed limit: Limit enabled Limit disabled • Minimum spraying speed Set the minimum spraying speed: Bravo 400S closes the main valve when the tractor speed is lower than the set value.

  • Page 39: Automatic Section Control

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 10.1.12 Working parameters AUTOMATIC SECTION CONTROL • Sections overlapping limit Set the acceptable threshold for overlapping of already-sprayed areas. When this value is exceeded, Bravo 400S restores the correct spraying: depending on the section management mode enabled (par.

  • Page 40: Spray Closing Delay

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 10.1.12 Working parameters • Spray closing delay Indicate the distance corresponding to the delayed closing of sections during spraying, to ensure correct spraying range. noTe: negative values indicate that sections are closed in advance with respect to the calculated point. Closing delay: 0.3 m Fig. 125 Fig. 126...

  • Page 41: Device Calibration

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" 10.1.13 Device calibration Allows to start calibration for the devices connected to Bravo 400S. Fig. 131 SELETRON SYSTEM • Identification numbers reset Allows to reset the identification numbers of all saved Seletrons, before repeating the pairing procedure (chap.

  • Page 42: 3-Point Implement Geometry Settings (System With 3-Point Hitch)

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" The geometry of the displayed implement depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9). 10.1.14 3-point implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH 3-POINT HITCH) Enter farming machine measures: - Press the arrow keys (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) to move across different implement views. - Confirm by pressing to enter setup.

  • Page 43: Implement Rear View

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 10.1.14 3-point implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH 3-POINT HITCH) • Implement rear view - Confirm by pressing to enter setup. - Enter the value. Fig. 143 Fig. 144 Implement width The width set for the implement is shown on the display in the guidance screen: usually it is Implement width equal to the boom width, and thus to the covered area diagram.

  • Page 44: Towed Implement Geometry Settings (System With Towing Hitch)

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" The geometry of the displayed implement depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9). 10.1.15 Towed implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH TOWING HITCH) Enter farming machine measures: - Press the arrow keys (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) to move across different implement views. - Confirm by pressing to enter setup.

  • Page 45: Implement Rear View

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 10.1.15 Towed implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH TOWING HITCH) • Implement rear view - Confirm by pressing to enter setup. - Enter the value. Fig. 151 Fig. 152 Implement width The width set for the implement is shown on the display in the guidance screen: usually it is Implement width equal to the boom width, and thus to the covered area diagram.

  • Page 46: Implement - Gps Guidance Monitor

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" The type of implement displayed depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9), which affect which items are displayed in Fig. 154. 10.2 Implement - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR Implement advanced settings Sections configuration •...

  • Page 47: Working Parameters

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" 10.2.2 Working parameters Set the farming machine job limits. • Sections overlapping limit Set the acceptable threshold for overlapping of already-sprayed areas. When this value is exceeded, Bravo 400S restores the correct spraying: depending on the section management mode enabled (par.

  • Page 48: Spray Closing Delay

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" > > > 10.2.2 Working parameters • Spray closing delay Indicate the distance corresponding to the delayed closing of sections during spraying, to ensure correct spraying range. noTe: negative values indicate that sections are closed in advance with respect to the calculated point. Closing delay: 0.3 m Fig. 165 Fig. 166...

  • Page 49: 3-Point Implement Geometry Settings (System With 3-Point Hitch)

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" The geometry of the displayed implement depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9). 10.2.3 3-point implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH 3-POINT HITCH) Enter farming machine measures: - Press the arrow keys (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) to move across different implement views. - Confirm by pressing to enter setup.

  • Page 50: Implement Rear View

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" > > > 10.2.3 3-point implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH 3-POINT HITCH) • Implement rear view - Confirm by pressing to enter setup. - Enter the value. Fig. 177 Fig. 178 Implement width The width set for the implement is shown on the display in the guidance screen: usually it is Implement width equal to the boom width, and thus to the covered area diagram.

  • Page 51: Towed Implement Geometry Settings (System With Towing Hitch)

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" The geometry of the displayed implement depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9). 10.2.4 Towed implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH TOWING HITCH) Enter farming machine measures: - Press the arrow keys (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) to move across different implement views. - Confirm by pressing to enter setup.

  • Page 52: Implement Rear View

    ADVANCED SETUP "IMPLEMENT - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" > > > 10.2.4 Towed implement geometry settings (SYSTEM WITH TOWING HITCH) • Implement rear view - Confirm by pressing to enter setup. - Enter the value. Fig. 185 Fig. 186 Implement width The width set for the implement is shown on the display in the guidance screen: usually it is Implement width equal to the boom width, and thus to the covered area diagram.

  • Page 53: Tractor

    ADVANCED SETUP "TRACTOR" 10.3 Tractor The tractor setup depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9), which affect which items are displayed in Fig. 188. A100 / GPS receiver DGPS • (par. 10.3.1). PDOP / HDOP alarm • (par. 10.3.2). Tractor advanced settings Camera •...

  • Page 54: Tractor Geometry Settings

    ADVANCED SETUP "TRACTOR" 10.3.4 Tractor geometry settings Enter farming machine measures: - Press the arrow keys (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) to move across different tractor views. - Confirm by pressing to enter setup. Fig. 192 • Tractor upper view - Press the arrow keys (UP , DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) to move across values: the description of the selected value will appear on the display.

  • Page 55: User

    ADVANCED SETUP "USER" 10.4 User Alarms Bravo 400S features an menu (Fig. 201, accessible from the "Home" menu by pressing ). This page displays all active notifications for the operator. These notifications are rated by importance Critical alarms Low priority alarms Info User From the...

  • Page 56: General Options

    ADVANCED SETUP "GENERAL OPTIONS" 10.5 General options Set the device system options: Language • (par. 10.5.1). Units of measurement • (par. 10.5.2). Date and time GPS updating • (par. 10.5.3). Timezone • (par. 10.5.4). Date and time • (par. 10.5.5). Fig. 206 10.5.1 Language Set the computer language.

  • Page 57: Date And Time Gps Updating

    ADVANCED SETUP "GENERAL OPTIONS" 10.5.3 Date and time GPS updating Allows to enable / disable computer automatic date and time updating. Updating enabled The local time and date will be constantly updated thanks to the signal picked up by the GPS receiver.

  • Page 58: Device Status - Sprayer (Seletron)

    ADVANCED SETUP "DEVICE STATUS - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" The aspect of this menu depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9), which affect which items are displayed in Fig. 213. 10.6 Device status - SPRAYER (SELETRON) Allows checking the correct operation of Bravo 400S: the description of the selected item will appear on the display.

  • Page 59: External Signals

    ADVANCED SETUP "DEVICE STATUS - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 10.6 Device status - SPRAYER (SELETRON) EXTERNAL SIGNALS Bravo 400S detects frequency and current sent by each sensor on the system. Fig. 215 Bravo 400S displays the status of the external main control which starts the spraying. Fig. 216 POWER DATA Bravo 400S checks the status of the power supply.

  • Page 60: Device Status - Gps Guidance Monitor

    ADVANCED SETUP "DEVICE STATUS - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR" The aspect of this menu depends on the selected basic settings (chap. 9), which affect which items are displayed in Fig. 220. 10.7 Device status - GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR Allows checking the correct operation of Bravo 400S: the description of the selected item will appear on the display.

  • Page 61: Seletron Connection

    ADVANCED SETUP "DEVICE STATUS - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" seLetRon connection BEFORE PROCEEDING, MAKE SURE YOU ARE ABLE TO HEAR THE ACOUSTIC SIGNALS COMING FROM THE MONITOR LOCATED IN THE CABIN (ENGINE OFF, DOORS OPEN, ETC.) • Access the menu Settings > Device status > Status of the Seletron system on Bravo 400S (par 10.6).
  • Page 62 ADVANCED SETUP "DEVICE STATUS - SPRAYER (SELETRON)" > > > 11 Seletron connection connection seQuence foR singLe and tWin seLetRon deVices Nozzle A Nozzle B Connector 1 Fig. 227 Connect all Seletron devices in sequence, from left to right until the end of the boom. connection seQuence foR fouRfoLd seLetRon deVices Nozzle A Nozzle C Nozzle B Nozzle D...

  • Page 63: Use

    WARNING: When Bravo 400S is configured as a GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR (chap. 9) it does not control the valves: any intervention must be made separately. For valve control see the relevant instruction manual. The opening / closing of sections must be notified to Bravo 400S with the dedicated switches (par. 12.2) to provide information on the activity in the field manually.

  • Page 64: Operating Switches For Control Unit Valves

    12.2 Operating switches for control unit valves WARNING When Bravo 400S is configured as a GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR (chap. 9) the switches signal the status of each section but do not control them: any intervention on the valves must be made separately, by consulting the instruction manual of the relevant control.

  • Page 65: Guidance Screen

    12.4 Guidance screen When Bravo 400S is configured as a GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR (chap. 9) the display shows a limited amount of information. using tHe keys Display zoom adjustment Displays job information / alarms (par. 15.1) ) zoom in, ) zoom out Go to “Home”...

  • Page 66: Spraying A Field

    12.5 Spraying a field • Go the beginning of the field to be sprayed. • Switch Bravo 400S on (par 7.2). After self-diagnostics, Bravo 400S displays the "Home" screen (Fig. 232). Let us assume we want to spray a field •...
  • Page 67 > > > 12.5 Spraying a field • In the job menu, set the tank level with the function Tank (par. 15.3). • Start spraying by acting on the main control valve switch. • Start moving along the field perimeter. Fig. 241 maRking points a and b Mark A ?

  • Page 68: Automatic Functions

    "AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS" - STRUCTURE automatic functions To access automatic functions, start a job New job Resume job Continue last job , chap. 14 "Home" Menu); Auto in the guidance screen press . When the list is active (Fig. 245), pressing any key at the side will enable the relevant function.

  • Page 69: Output Adjustment

    "AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS" - F2 AUTOMATIC ADjUSTMENT ON/OFF 13.1 Output adjustment Bravo 400S can control chemical output with an automatic adjustment function (par. 13.2, DEFAULT: ON). automatic adJustment on automatic adJustment off (manuaL) Bravo 400S keeps the set spray rate constant regardless from the changes in speed Rate manual regulation shall be carried out with the suitable and boom section status.

  • Page 70: How The Automatic Nozzle Selection Works (Seletron System)

    "AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS" - MANUAL / AUTOMATIC NOzzLE SELECTION 13.4 How the automatic nozzle selection works (SELETRON system) In a traditional system, the farming machine speed limits depend on the minimum and maximum pressure of the nozzle in use and on the desired spray rate.

  • Page 71: F4 Automatic Nozzle Selection On/Off

    "AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS" - MANUAL / AUTOMATIC NOzzLE SELECTION 13.5 Automatic nozzle selection ON/OFF Enables / disables automatic nozzle selection on all spraying points (DEFAULT: ON). Auto 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Press (Fig. 252) to enable or disable automatic selection. NOZZLE A Automatic selection Automatic selection...

  • Page 72: Boom Section Management

    "AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS" - F6 AUTOMATIC SECTION MANAGEMENT ON/OFF 13.7 Boom section management When Bravo 400S is configured as a GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR (chap. 9) section management is always MANUAL. automatic management on automatic management off (manuaL) The section valves are closed or opened automatically. Section valves must be opened or closed manually. Automatic section management ON/OFF To change section valve management mode, use function (par.

  • Page 73: F6 Automatic Section Management On/Off

    "AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONS" - F6 AUTOMATIC SECTION MANAGEMENT ON/OFF 13.8 Automatic section management ON/OFF Enables / disables automatic boom section management (DEFAULT: ON). Auto 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Press (Fig. 258) to enable or disable automatic management. Automatic section Automatic section management management...

  • Page 74: 14 "Home" Menu

    "HOME" MENU - STRUCTURE "Home" menu Fig. 259 Home To enter the menu press the key: once inside the menu, pressing each key will enable the corresponding function. The table below sums up all menu items and corresponding keys: par. par. 14.1 14.2 Continue last job Save job...

  • Page 75: F1 Continue Last Job

    "HOME" MENU - F1 CONTINUE LAST jOB 14.1 Continue last job Continues last job. 1 Press to continue the last job, from the point where it has been interrupted. Spraying settings Target rate Nozzles config 2 Check in Fig. 261); change them if necessary. 3 Select and press to switch to guidance mode.

  • Page 76: F2 Save Job

    "HOME" MENU - F2 SAVE jOB 14.2 Save job Saves current job Fig. 263 Fig. 264 Legend: 1 Press to save current job: the name edit screen is displayed (Fig. 264). Type the name. job_01 2a Press in succession to select the character you wish to type Typed Name Cursor Selected character...

  • Page 77: F3 New Job

    "HOME" MENU - F3 NEW jOB 14.3 New job Starts a new job 1 Press to start a new job. Bravo 400S asks to save the current job (Fig. 266). Press to continue without saving (2a) or to interrupt the procedure and save (2b). Fig. 266 IF AT THIS STAGE YOU CHOOSE TO CONTINUE 2b The...

  • Page 78: F4 Memories Management

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT 14.4 Memories management Manages and copies data between internal and external memories (SD card, Pendrive) Allows to upload, save and/or delete the data memorized on Bravo 400S or on an external memory (SD card / Pendrive); said data concern jobs carried out, maps or machine configurations.

  • Page 79: Internal Memory

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT > INTERNAL MEMORY 14.4.1 Internal memory Implements Tractors Users jobs Maps Allows to transfer the saved data concerning , from the internal memory of Bravo 400S onto an "external" support (SD card or USB pendrive). Implements Tractors, Users, The following paragraphs will use...

  • Page 80: Sd Card

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT > SD CARD 14.4.2 SD card Implements Tractors Users jobs Maps Allows to transfer the saved data concerning , from the SD card onto the internal memory of Bravo 400S. Implements Tractors Users The following paragraphs will use as an example: the same procedure will be valid for all other cases ( , etc., Fig.

  • Page 81: Remote Devices Upgrade

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT > SD CARD > > > 14.4.2 SD card • Remote devices upgrade Allows to upgrade the software of the devices connected to Bravo 400S: Seletron RCU (control unit), hydraulic RCU, switch box, etc. Before starting the procedure copy the upgrade files onto the SD card.

  • Page 82: Export Job In "Shape" Format

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT > SD CARD > > > 14.4.2 SD card Remote devices upgrade 1 Select the menu and press Fig. 288 Upgrade file 2 Enter the menu, select the desired file from the list (Fig. 290) and press Available upgrades: RCUTRON •...

  • Page 83: Usb Pendrive

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT > USB PENDRIVE 14.4.3 USB Pendrive Implements Tractors Users jobs Maps Allows to transfer the saved data concerning , from the pendrive onto Bravo 400S internal memory. Implements Tractors Users The following paragraphs will use as an example: the same procedure will be valid for all other cases ( , etc., Fig.

  • Page 84: Remote Devices Upgrade

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT > USB PENDRIVE > > > 14.4.3 USB Pendrive • Remote devices upgrade Allows to upgrade the software of the devices connected to Bravo 400S: Seletron RCU (control unit), hydraulic RCU, switch box, etc. Before starting the procedure copy the upgrade files onto the pendrive.

  • Page 85: Export Job In "Shape" Format

    "HOME" MENU - F4 MEMORIES MANAGEMENT > USB PENDRIVE > > > 14.4.3 USB Pendrive Remote devices upgrade 1 Select the menu and press Fig. 305 Upgrade file 2 Enter the menu, select the desired file from the list (Fig. 307) and press Fig. 306 Fig. 307 Start upgrade procedure 3 Now select and press Follow the instructions on the display and start the...

  • Page 86: F5 Resume Job

    "HOME" MENU - F5 RESUME jOB 14.5 Resume job Enables procedure for resuming a previously interrupted job. 1 Press to resume a previous job, from the list of saved jobs. 2 In the list, select the desired configuration (Fig. 312) and press to confirm.

  • Page 87: F6 Info / Alarms

    "HOME" MENU - F6 INFO / ALARMS 14.6 Info / Alarms Displays job information / alarms. Info / Alarms 1 Press to view the menu (Fig. 316). This screen gives an overview of the active notifications for the operator, rated by Critical alarms importance as Low priority alarms...

  • Page 88: Job Menu

    "jOB MENU" - STRUCTURE Job menu When Bravo 400S is configured as a GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR (chap. 9) the menu contains a limited amount of items. New job Resume job Continue last job To access job menu start a job ( chap.

  • Page 89: F1 Info / Alarms

    "jOB MENU" - F1 INFO / ALARMS 15.1 Info / Alarms Displays job information / alarms 1 In the guidance screen, press Menu Info / Alarms 2 Press to view the menu (Fig. 319). Critical alarms Low priority This screen gives an overview of the active notifications for the operator, rated by importance as alarms Info A description of the selected notification...

  • Page 90: F2 Work Data

    "jOB MENU" - F2 WORk DATA 15.2 Displays job data Work data Menu 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Press to view job data (Fig. 321 and Fig. 322). 3 Press to scroll data. Fig. 320 Fig. 321 The data and unit of measurement shown are listed in par.

  • Page 91: F3 Tank

    "jOB MENU" - F3 TANk 15.3 Tank Manages tank filling. 1 In the guidance screen, press Menu Tank 2 Press to view the menu (Fig. 324). Filling Level reset Filled quantity manual setup Fig. 323 Fig. 324 In this screen it is possible to enable several procedures: - Filling (Fig.

  • Page 92: F4 Gps Data

    "jOB MENU" - F4 GPS DATA 15.4 GPS Data Displays GPS data Menu 1 In the guidance screen, press GPS Data 2 Press to view the menu (Fig. 329). This screen shows the data sent to the GPS receiver. A description of the selected data is shown at the bottom of the display.

  • Page 93: F5 Camera

    "jOB MENU" - F5 CAMERA 15.5 Camera Displays images from connected cameras Menu 1 In the guidance screen, press Camera 2 Press to view the menu (Fig. 331). By connecting one or more cameras, it is possible to monitor working areas and at the same time view spraying data. Enable camera view during advanced setup (par.

  • Page 94: F6 Prescription Map

    "jOB MENU" - F6 PRESCRIPTION MAP 15.6 Prescription map Overview of the prescription map in use 1 In the guidance screen, press Menu Prescription map 2 Press to view the menu (Fig. 333). From this screen it is possible to view data of the prescription map during spraying and to check the position of the machine on the map. Scroll spray rate values to the LEFT.

  • Page 95: F7 Zoom All

    "jOB MENU" - F7 zOOM ALL 15.7 Zoom all Overview of the field during spraying 1 In the guidance screen, press Menu Zoom all 2 Press to view the menu (Fig. 335). Fig. 334 Fig. 335 Enter Delete Scroll Scroll Value Confirm access Exit function (LEFT / (UP /...

  • Page 96: F8 Menu

    "jOB MENU" - F8 MENU 15.8 Menu Job settings menu 1 In the guidance screen, press Menu Menu Settings 2 Press to view the menu (Fig. 337). In this screen it is possible to access several different menus, which can be useful during spraying: Alarms •...

  • Page 97: Job Functions

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - STRUCTURE Job functions When Bravo 400S is configured as a GPS GUIDANCE MONITOR (chap. 9) job functions are limited. New job Resume job Continue last job To access job functions start a job ( chap. 14 "Home" Menu); Func in the guidance screen press When the list is active (Fig.

  • Page 98: F1 Spray Rate

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F1 SPRAY RATE 16.1 Spray rate Change spray rate Func 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Press to enable the function. 3 Change the spray rate value for the job (Fig. 342). 4 Confirm the data. Fig. 341 Fig. 342 Enter...

  • Page 99: F2 Guidance Mode

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F2 GUIDANCE MODE 16.2 Guidance mode Selecting guidance mode 1 In the guidance screen, press Func 2 Press to enable the function. 3 Select a guidance mode (Fig. 344): press to move across the available items - Straight guidance mode - Curved guidance mode - Free guidance mode 4 Confirm selection.

  • Page 100: F3 Pause

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F3 PAUSE 16.3 Pause Saves job breaking point, which will be shown on the display with the symbol Func 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Press when you are in the position you wish to save ( in Fig.

  • Page 101: F4 Surface

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F4 SURFACE 16.4 Surface Enables the procedure to calculate field surface by driving along its perimeter. 1 In the guidance screen, press Func 2 Press to start the surface calculation procedure (function list disappears). Field edge side selection The following message will appear: prompting the operator to select which side of the machine to use as a reference to define the field perimeter.

  • Page 102: F5 Resume From Pause

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F5 RESUME FROM PAUSE Guidance indications to return to job breaking point , 16.5 Resume from pause Pause previously saved with function (par. 16.3). Func 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Press to obtain guidance information and enable the return to job breaking point procedure.

  • Page 103: F6 Align

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F6 ALIGN Moves the closest reference track, re-aligning it to the position of the machine. 16.6 Align This function is useful when you need to re-align the machine, whilst continuing to drive in the same direction (for example, for corn, sugar cane). Func 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Press...

  • Page 104: F7 New Ab

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F7 NEW AB Saves two points A and B on the field, which Bravo 400S uses to draw a line that will act as a 16.7 New AB reference track ( , Fig. 362) for the current job. Func 1 In the guidance screen, press 2 Drive along the stretch you wish to use as a reference for the job.

  • Page 105: F8 Display

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F8 DISPLAY Allows to select different display modes. Includes several functions: 16.8 Display 1 In the guidance screen, press Func 2 Press . A list of options concerning display modes will appear (Fig. 363). Pressing each key will enable the corresponding function: changes spraying themes (par.

  • Page 106: F4 Spraying Themes

    "jOB FUNCTIONS" - F8 DISPLAY 16.8.2 Spraying themes 1 In the guidance screen, press Func 2 Press to view the available options. 3 Press in succession to scroll spraying color combinations. spRaying tHeme 1 (defauLt) Fig. 372 tHeme 2 tHeme 3 Fig. 373 Fig. 374 tHeme 4 tHeme 5 Fig. 371 Fig. 375 Fig. 376 16.8.3...

  • Page 107: Maintenance / Diagnostics / Repairs

    MAINTENANCE / DIAGNOSTICS / REPAIRS maintenance / diagnostics / RepaiRs 17.1 Error messages message on dispLay cause Remedy WoRk mode Main ON Drive! • Start the machine. Main switch ON with machine stopped Machine stopped • Move main switch downwards (position OFF) AUTO adjustment • Check condition of connection cables (and Communication problems between monitor and connectors) between monitor and control unit control unit (RCU)
  • Page 108 MAINTENANCE / DIAGNOSTICS / REPAIRS message on dispLay cause Remedy WoRk mode Main ON • Decrease driving speed Decelerate! Flowrate does not reach the value requested • Make sure that flowmeter parameters are set Insufficient flowrate for output correctly (par. 10.1.3) AUTO adjustment Main ON •...

  • Page 109: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE / DIAGNOSTICS / REPAIRS 17.2 Troubleshooting fauLt cause Remedy No power supply • Check power supply connection The display does not switch on Computer is OFF • Press the ON key Valve controls take no effect Valves not connected •...

  • Page 110: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA tecHnicaL data description bravo 400s Display LCD 5,7", 65000 colors, 500 cd/m Rated supply voltage 12 Vdc (9 ÷ 15 Vdc) Consumption (valves excluded) monitor: 0,4 A / Seletron RCU: 0,6 A / Hydraulic RCU: 1,5 A 0 °C ÷ 45 °C Working temperature +32 °F ÷...
  • Page 111 TECHNICAL DATA > > > 18.1 The data and unit of measurement shown Implement - SPRAYER (SELETRON) menu data min. max. defauLt other values that can be set / notes 2 ways, Type 3 ways Selection during guided setup none Automatic closing of Main valve Enabled Disabled Selection during guided setup sections valves Switching time 1.0 s...
  • Page 112 TECHNICAL DATA > > > 18.1 The data and unit of measurement shown Implement - SPRAYER (SELETRON) menu data min. max. defauLt other values that can be set / notes Spraying speed limit Disabled Enabled 99.9 km/h 1.0 km/h Minimum spraying speed 99.9 0.6 mph Spraying limits Regulation pressure limit Disabled Enabled...
  • Page 113 TECHNICAL DATA > > > 18.1 The data and unit of measurement shown Tractor menu data min. max. defauLt other values that can be set / notes DGPS Disabled A100 Receiver Receiver selected during guided setup PDOP alarm 10.0 DGPS Enabled NMEA Receiver Receiver selected during guided setup HDOP alarm 10.0 Tractor advanced...

  • Page 114: End-Of-Life Disposal

    Dispose of the system in compliance with the established legislation in the country of use. guaRantee teRms 1. ARAG s.r.l. guarantees this apparatus for a period of 360 days (1 year) from the date of sale to the client user (date of the goods delivery note).
  • Page 116 ARAG accessories or spare parts to make sure manufacturer guaranteed safety conditions are maintained in time. Always refer to ARAG spare parts catalogue. 42048 RUBIERA (Reggio Emilia) - ITALY Via Palladio, 5/A Tel. +39 0522 622011 Fax +39 0522 628944 http://www.aragnet.com info@aragnet.com...

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