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FARMSCAN Jackal v2 General Description Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION ............................2 INSTALLATION ..............................3 CONNECTIONS ..............................4 OVERVIEW ................................ 11 SCREEN LAYOUT (UP TO 3 LINES) ........................12 MAIN MENU OVERVIEW (SETUP) ........................13 USING THE WIZARD ............................14 AREA & SPEED METER SETUP (WIZARD)......................15 AREA &...

  • Page 3: General Description

    Low side drive 3A maximum load. DISCLAIMER The warranty offered on this Farmscan Ag product is limited to the repair or replacement of the faulty goods. No liability will be accepted for loss of profit or productivity. WARRANTY IS VOID if power & or...

  • Page 4: Installation

    Installation INSTALLATION PARTS LIST PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION A-Jackal Jackal Monitor AH-407 Mounting Bracket 11 Way Input Plug P-321 1 each colour Green & Grey AC-105 5m Power Cable HM-506 Screw Driver Not Pictured AM-200 Warranty Card Not Pictured AM-Jackal Manual PARTS PICTORIAL MOUNTING &...

  • Page 5: Connections

    Connections CONNECTIONS The connector on the rear of the Jackal has the following connection points available for use. AVAILABLE CONNECTIONS TOP ROW (GREY PLUG) BOTTOM ROW (GREEN PLUG) GND (Ground/Earth/0V) IN1 (1x Coil Input ONLY/Prox/Flow – Square Wave) – Hz IN13 High/Low | On/Off IN2 (Prox/Reed/Switch/Alarm) –...
  • Page 6 +12 volts as well as signal and ground/earth will have 3 wires, such as flow sensors, bin level sensors and pressure sensors. FARMSCAN AG SENSOR COMPATABILITY CHART Farmscan Ag sensors that are compatible with the inputs are shown in the table below. Sensor Options...
  • Page 7 FARMSCAN AG SENSOR COMPATIBILITY KITS There are a range of separate Farmscan Ag sensor kits available for the Jackal. Below is a list and brief description of these kits. The Jackal is compatible with many other sensors on the market. If you are unsure please call our service desk.
  • Page 8 Connections INSTALLING SENSORS The following examples will help to determine appropriate sensor input connections into the Jackal. TWO WIRE “REED” SENSOR KITS 1007P, 2009, 2076 These kits will all include a “reed” type sensor. The reed type sensor is a 2 wire sensor (normally black end) and only uses a ground/earth wire and a signal wire.
  • Page 9 Use the GENERIC wizard to setup the port and calibrate a sensor once installed (T-135) GPS supplied from Farmscan Ag are pre-programmed with GGA, VTG, RMC, 1Hz at a baud rate of 19200. Wiring consists of 12v Power (B9), Ground (A1), Transmit “TX” which is then inserted into the Receive “RX”...
  • Page 10 Connections BATCH (SOLENOID) (1501) When using the Jackal as a batch meter with liquid ensure the appropriate flow meter is setup as per PAGE Any 12v solenoid can be connected to the Jackal to control flow. Ensure you are using the ground/earth (A1) terminal. If the terminal already has a wire from another sensor applied to it then you will need to piggy back onto this wire.
  • Page 11 Connections POWER CONNECTION Power connection must come direct from the battery terminals. WARRANTY IS VOID if power is not connected as described in this section. 1. Connect power cable supplied DIRECTLY TO BATTERY 2. Ring terminals are used for battery connection and the bare end used to connect to the rear Jackal. (Refer above image for power connection) 3.

  • Page 12: Overview

    Overview OVERVIEW BUTTON FUNCTIONS 1. Power On/Off button a. Power is turned on by a short press of the ON/OFF Button (1 second). b. Power is turned off by two (2) short presses. 2. Run/Hold button a. The RUN/HOLD button has a dual function. a.

  • Page 13: Screen Layout (Up To 3 Lines)

    Screen Layout (Up to 3 Lines) SCREEN LAYOUT (UP TO 3 LINES) The main operation screens show live information and alarms, measured using the sensors attached to the Jackal. The Jackal can display one (1), two (2) or three (3) pieces of live information at a time. If more than three pieces of information are available, the MENU/PAGE or LEFT/RIGHT can be used to cycle through the available information, as described below.

  • Page 14: Main Menu Overview (Setup)

    Main Menu Overview (Setup) MAIN MENU OVERVIEW (SETUP) This manual will guide you through two (2) setup scenarios. a. Wizard Setup b. Manual Setup Use the NAV button to reveal further menu information (as below) Wizard Allows the user to run a predefined wizard for setting up common task Area/Speed Wheel, Area/Speed GPS, TachoMeter, FlowMeter, Slippage Meter &...

  • Page 15: Using The Wizard

    Using the Wizard USING THE WIZARD The Jackal has an inbuilt wizard function for common tasks. Current Wizards include easy setup for: a. Area/Speed Wheel Wheel pickup & sensor required b. Area/Speed GPS No Wheel Sensor required, GPS input only c.

  • Page 16: Area & Speed Meter Setup (Wizard)

    Area & Speed Meter Setup (Wizard) AREA & SPEED METER SETUP (WIZARD) The Jackal can display Speed & Area in any combination of km/mph or Ha/acre. A pickup can be mounted either on a wheel hub or shaft. (Example image right) NB : There should be a 5-10mm Clearance between sensor &...
  • Page 17 Area & Speed Meter Setup (Wizard) CALIBRATION (AUTO SET) 1. Ensure that the sensor & pickup are end-end before continuing 2. Mark bottom centre of tyre on which the sensor is fitted and peg ground in corresponding position 3. Measure out a known distance to calibrate i.e. 20m 4.
  • Page 18 Area & Speed Meter Setup (Wizard) Finally acknowlege that you The Wizard is now complete. You will be returned to the On the front screen there wish to also display Speed Press NEXT Setup Screen. will be area (Ha) and speed (km/hr) on the front screen Press EXIT (km/h) displayed.
  • Page 19 Area & Speed Meter Setup (Wizard) CALIBRATION (MANUAL SET) 1. Ensure that the sensor & pickup are end-end before continuing 2. Mark bottom centre of tyre on which the sensor is fitted and mark ground in corresponding position 3. Drive one full rotation of the wheel, returning mark point on tyre to bottom centre 4.
  • Page 20 Area & Speed Meter Setup (Wizard) Layout Examples are given below Example 2 UP Example 2 UP Line 1 : Area in Hectare, 2 decimal places Line 1 : Area in Acre, 2 decimal places Line 2 : Speed km/hr, 1 decimal place Line 2 : Speed mi/hr, 1 decimal place Example 1 UP Setup to measure distance...

  • Page 21: Area & Speed Meter Using Gps Setup (Wizard)

    Area & Speed Meter Using GPS Setup (Wizard) AREA & SPEED METER USING GPS SETUP (WIZARD) The Jackal can display Speed & Area in any combination of km/mph or Ha/acre using an external GPS source. A secondary sensor is not required. GPS : Programmed with RMC or GGA+VTG NMEA messages.
  • Page 22 Area & Speed Meter Using GPS Setup (Wizard) There is no need to EDIT the Finally acknowlege that you The Wizard is now complete. You will be returned to the name. It will default to GPS wish to also display Speed Press NEXT Setup Screen.

  • Page 23: Tacho/Rpm Meter Setup (Wizard)

    Tacho/RPM Meter Setup (Wizard) TACHO/RPM METER SETUP (WIZARD) The Jackal can display a rpm (Revolutions per minute) Useful for monitoring fans or shafts. Sensors Required Sensor pickup 2 or 3 wire Magnet for use with 2 wire or bolt head if using a proximity Available Connections (PAGE This setup section assumes that physical wiring for the required sensors have been completed.
  • Page 24 Tacho/RPM Meter Setup (Wizard) You have the option to set Name the input if you desire, The Wizard is now complete. You will be returned to the Alarm Min/Max points if Press EDIT. e.g. SHAFT1, Press NEXT Setup Screen. required. Press EXIT Press EXIT Using the NAV buttons press...

  • Page 25: Flow Meter Setup (Wizard)

    Flow Meter Setup (Wizard) FLOW METER SETUP (WIZARD) The Jackal can be configured to monitor liquid products. If only one input is used the main screen will display the flow information is L/min or gal/min, or, if using the speed & area function the Jackal can also display L/Ha or gal/Acre. At no stage can the Jackal take into account multiple spray sections turning on and off and adjusting the Ha/Ac to suit.
  • Page 26 Flow Meter Setup (Wizard) CALIBRATION (AUTO SET) 1. Ensure tank has water & pump is ready 2. Have a bucket ready to collect the water 3. Have a measuring device to measure the amount of liquid Highlight TARGET & press Using the NAV buttons enter Press START, &...
  • Page 27 Flow Meter Setup (Wizard) CALIBRATION (MANUAL SET) Manual set allows for the manual input of a known pulse per pitre (PPL) factor. The pulse per litre factor can be obtained from the flow meter manufacture or from the plastic tag attached to the flowmeter. Highlight 1.000000 under Using the NAV buttons enter Press NEXT to accept the new...

  • Page 28: Slippage Meter (Wizard)

    Slippage Meter (Wizard) SLIPPAGE METER (WIZARD) The Jackal can provide the operator with the ability to compare two inputs and provide the result as a percentage. This is applicable when speed over ground is not necessarily equivalent to rotational speed of the wheel/s. This will enable you to set up a comparison between wheel speed and actual speed (using GPS) VERSUS Sensors Required:...

  • Page 29: Rate Meter Setup | Solids (Generic Wizard)

    1. Ensure there is product in bin/tank 2. Have a bucket ready to catch the product 3. Have a set of scales (e.g. Farmscan Ag Part # 2199) ready to weigh the product From the front screen press Highlight WIZARD & press...
  • Page 30 Rate Meter Setup | Solids (Generic Wizard) Prime the Bin/Tank until When the scales measure the Press CALC. This will divide MANUAL RATIO will now be product flows & then stop it. desired test volume, i.e. the measured amount by the updated to reflect the Press START on the Jackal, 10kg, stop the Bin/Tank.

  • Page 31: Batch Meter

    12V solenoid valve. (Output 1 / B8) Sensors Required: Flow meter (any style) 1501 (Optional, from Farmscan Ag) or any 12V Solenoid Valve Available Connections (PAGE This setup section assumes that physical wiring for the required sensors have been completed.

  • Page 32: Rate Monitor

    Rate Monitor RATE MONITOR The Jackal can be setup to display a rate for use with either solid or Liquid. Rates can be displayed in common formats such as L/Ha or kg/Ha. Sensors Required: Wheel Sensor/GPS (Speed & Area) Flow meter (any style) – L/Ha or Shaft sensor &...
  • Page 33 Rate Monitor SETUP (KG/HA) Follow the setup guide on PAGES 15-19 for “Speed/Area Meter setup” o Suggested setup on Input B2-B6 Follow the setup guide on PAGES 28-29 for “Rate Meter Setup” o Suggested setup on Input B2-B6 From the front screen press Highlight FRONT SCREEN &...

  • Page 34: Bin Level Sensor

    Bin Level Sensor BIN LEVEL SENSOR The Jackal can be configured with a bin level sensor for detecting empty/full Sensors Required: Bin Level Sensor (A-2220P/2060) Any other style (High/low) or (On/Off) or (Empty/Full) Available Connections (PAGE This setup section assumes that physical wiring for the required sensors have been completed.

  • Page 35: Air/Volt/Depth/%/Temp Pressure Sensor

    Air/Volt/Depth/%/Temp Pressure Sensor AIR/VOLT/DEPTH/%/TEMP PRESSURE SENSOR The Jackal can be configured to read & display a pressure sensor, voltage, percentage, temperature and display: kPa, psi, bar, Volt, %, ˚C Sensors Required: AA-119H or AA-119L (pressure) Any other style that outputs a voltage. i.e. Position sensor (AA-430) for displaying depth as a percentage (%) Available Connections (PAGE...
  • Page 36 Air/Volt/Depth/%/Temp Pressure Sensor Repeat the previous 2 steps Highlight or confirm the UOD You have the option to set Name the input if you desire, to set the minimum range of (Unit of Display) Alarm Min/Max points if Press EDIT the sensor.
  • Page 37 Air/Volt/Depth/%/Temp Pressure Sensor CALIBRATION (LIVE READOUT) The Jackal also allows for a semi-automatic setup when the voltage values are unknown for a particular voltage input. A live voltage readout is displayed in the top left hand side when the sensor is active. Follow the previous 5 steps followed by : Press EDIT to change the Engage the implement...

  • Page 38: Trips (Explained)

    Trips (Explained) TRIPS (EXPLAINED) The Trip Page lists all display values that are accumulating. Examples include Area (Ha, Acres), Distance (m, km, miles), Weight (kg, lb, T), Volume (L). Instantaneous readings such as Speed, Flow Rate etc. are not accumulating and won’t show on the Trip Page FRONT SCREEN >...

  • Page 39: Alarms (Explained)

    Alarms (Explained) ALARMS (EXPLAINED) Alarms are set on a per Display Value basis. High/Low Alarm points can be set for any value and will be displayed visually & made audible. During the wizard or manual setup you have the option to set an Alarm MIN & Alarm MAX. Below is an example of a SHAFT alarm on input 1.

  • Page 40: User Defined Setup Overview (Manual)

    User Defined Setup Overview (Manual) USER DEFINED SETUP OVERVIEW (MANUAL) At any stage you can manually setup the Jackal to your requirements without using the wizards. Manual setup of the Jackal requires setup in multiple areas follow the steps listed below. FRONT SCREEN >...

  • Page 41: Inputs (Manual Setup)

    Inputs (Manual Setup) INPUTS (MANUAL SETUP) The Jackal has 13 available & selectable inputs. Refer to the sensor overview tables from PAGES 4-9 FRONT SCREEN > SETUP > INPUTS feet / pulse (ft) yard / pulse (yd) Inch / pulse (in) kilometer / pulse (km) meter / pulse (m) B1-B6...

  • Page 42: Front Screen (Manual Setup)

    Front Screen (Manual Setup) FRONT SCREEN (MANUAL SETUP) When your inputs have been enabled and calibrated you can now choose to display them in any format on the front screen. You can have up to 3 line items per page and viewable at all times. If more lines are added you can PAGE or use the NAV buttons to scroll through each screen Each input has the ability to display different values.
  • Page 43 Front Screen (Manual Setup) FRONT SCREEN ORDER (MANUAL SETUP) At any stage you can re order the lines on the front screen. For example – you may want to have Shaft 1 on the top line, shaft 2 on the 2 line &...

  • Page 44: Other Settings (Manual Setup)

    Other Settings (Manual Setup) OTHER SETTINGS (MANUAL SETUP) Other settings is used to setup Implement width for displaying Ha,Ac, Enable/Disable remote run/hold function, audible alarm notifications & language control. FRONT SCREEN > SETUP > OTHER SETTINGS If you wish to display Ha/Ac on the front screen you need to have an implement width set. By default the Jackal displays 8m.
  • Page 45 Other Settings (Manual Setup) By changing the Alarm Beep (in seconds) you can define how long audible “Beeps” can be heard during the Alarm alert before acknowledgment is required. The above option also allows the choice of having the audible alarm being used when the Jackal is on hold.

  • Page 46: Output

    Output OUTPUT The Jackal has provision for 4 output methods which include: Frequency : Radar Output (pulses/m/ft/in) Alarm (Connect an external alarm, e.g. light, buzzer Batch/Trip for flow or distance External (high/low or On/off) e.g. remote pump shutdown on alarm Please ensure that a valid input is setup where required.

  • Page 47: Gps/Serial

    GPS/Serial GPS/SERIAL The Jackal has the ability to take in a GPS input rather than a Wheel input to display speed & area. Refer to PAGE 8 for wiring instructions. The external GPS needs to be setup for GGA, VTG & RMC. Either 1Hz or 5Hz and any baud rate is acceptable. FRONT SCREEN >...
  • Page 48 Farmscan Ag Pty Ltd ABN 92 143 803 070 11/493 South Street Toowoomba QLD 4350 AUSTRALIA Ph +61 (7) 4602 4150 Fax +61 (7) 4602 4151 sales@farmscanag.com ©2010-2015 Farmscan AG Pty Ltd AM-JACKAL-3 September 2015 V2409...

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