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- Page 1 Installation and operating instructions TRACK-Guide II Last update: V5.20130422 30302710-02-US Read and follow this operating instructions. Keep this operating instructions for future reference.
- Page 2 Document Installation and operating instructions Product: TRACK-Guide II Document number: 30302710-02-US Mueller Electronics, Inc. 7700 Brush Hill Drive, Suite 103A Burr Ridge, IL 60601 Phone: +1(855) ME ISOBUS Email: info@mueller-electronics.com Website: http://www.mueller-electronics.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents For your safety Basic safety instructions Layout and meaning of warnings User requirements Intended use EC declaration of conformity About these Operating Instructions Target group of these Operating Instructions Layout of operating instructions Layout of references Product description Performance description Scope of delivery Correctly interpreting information on the nameplate... - Page 4 Contents Configuring the display in the Service application Controls in the Service application Icons in the Service application Changing the language Configuring the basic display settings GPS Receiver 7.5.1 Activating the GPS Receiver 7.5.2 Configuring the GPS receiver Configuring the "GPS TILT-Module" terrain compensation Activating an external LightBar Camera 7.8.1...
- Page 5 Contents Maintenance and servicing 10.1 Servicing and cleaning the display 10.2 Disposing of the unit 10.3 Instructions on retrofitting 10.4 Checking the software version 10.5 Technical specifications 10.5.1 Technical specifications of the display 10.5.2 Pin assignment of port A 10.5.3 Pin assignment of port B 10.5.4 Pin assignment of port C...
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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 operating the product for the first time. ▪ Before maintenance or repair to the tractor, always disconnect the tractor from the display. ▪... -
Page 7: User Requirements
For your safety User requirements User requirements ▪ Learn how to operate the display correctly. The display must not be operated by anyone who has not read the Operating Instructions. ▪ Please read and carefully observe all safety instructions and warnings contained in these Operating Instructions and in the manuals of any connected vehicles and farm equipment. -
Page 8: 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 display. Layout of operating instructions The operating instructions explain step by step how you can perform certain operations with the product. -
Page 9: Product Description
Product description Performance description Product description Performance description Hardware The display 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 10: Correctly Interpreting Information On The Nameplate
Product description Correctly interpreting information on the nameplate ▪ Voltage supply cable. ▪ DGPS receiver A100. ▪ Case. Correctly interpreting information on the nameplate On the reverse of the display you will find a nameplate sticker. On this sticker you can find all the information you need to definitively identify the product. -
Page 11: Mounting And Installation
Mounting and installation Mounting the display in the tractor cab Mounting and installation Mount the display and all additional components in the following order: 1. Mount the display in the tractor cab. [➙ 11] 2. Connect the display to the voltage supply (port A). [➙ 12] 3. -
Page 12: Display 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 [➙ 64]... -
Page 13: Sim Card
Mounting and installation SIM card 1. Connect the voltage supply cable included in the delivery (on the sticker: 31302495) to port A of the display. 2. Connect the voltage supply cable on the other side to (10V - 30V) the vehicle's electrical system. SIM card The display must be equipped with a SIM card so that you can use the farmpilot portal. -
Page 14: Connecting The Gps Receiver To The Display
Mounting and installation Connecting the GPS Receiver to the display ⇨ 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 15 Mounting and installation Connecting the GPS Receiver to the display Current consumption Maximum 200mA (at 158°F) GPS standard NMEA 0183 Refresh rates and signals 5 Hz (GPGGA, GPVTG) 1 Hz (GPGSA, GPZDA) Transmission rate 19200 baud Data bits Parity Stop bits Flow control none CAUTION...
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Page 16: Connecting Sensors To The Display
Mounting and installation Connecting sensors to the display Connecting sensors to the display The display provides you with the possibility of connecting a sensor or the tractor's 7-pole signal socket to port B. This allows you for example to use the working position signal in the TRACK-Leader parallel guide. -
Page 17: Basic Control Principles
Basic control principles Getting to grips with the controls Basic control principles Getting to grips with the controls Display controls Rotary knob Keys Function keys Controls Rotary knob The rotary knob is located in the top right hand corner of the display. Control with the rotary knob may vary slightly between the different applications. -
Page 18: 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 display for the first time: ... -
Page 19: Configuration Sequence
▪ Activating the GPS Receiver [➙ 29] ▪ Configuring the GPS receiver [➙ 30] ▪ Input the position of the GPS receiver [➙ 56] (only if you are using TRACK-Guide II on a sprayer with SC-Box) Once you have made these settings, the display is ready to operate. -
Page 20: Restarting The Display
Basic control principles Restarting the display 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 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24 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. Mueller Electronics, Inc.
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Page 25: Configuring The Display In The Service Application
Configuring the display in the Service application Controls in the Service application Configuring the display in the Service application Use the "Service" application to set up the display and enable the connected equipment. Once you have launched the "Service" application, you will be shown the following screen: Start screen of the "Service"... -
Page 26: Icons In The Service Application
Configuring the display in the Service application Icons in the Service application Function icon Meaning Appears only if... Configuring the GPS receiver GPS receiver is activated Configuring farmpilot farmpilot portal is activated Open the Diagnostics screen Diagnostics is activated Retrieve default values. Display DGPS connection status Associating the buttons on a joystick with Driver "Auxiliary2"... -
Page 27: Configuring The Basic Display Settings
Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring the basic display 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 28: Gps Receiver
Configuring the display in the Service application GPS Receiver ⇨ The following screen will appear: - Change the desired parameter. List of parameters Parameter Sub-parameter Meaning Brightness Adjusting brightness for day mode Night Adjusting brightness for night mode Night mode Switching night mode on and off 0 = day mode is activated 1 = night mode is activated... -
Page 29: Activating The Gps Receiver
Configuring the display in the Service application GPS Receiver 7.5.1 Activating the GPS Receiver In order to activate the GPS Receiver, you must first activate its driver. A driver is a small program that controls connected farm equipment. The drivers for the farm equipment supplied by Mueller-Electronics are pre-installed on the display. -
Page 30: Configuring The Gps Receiver
Configuring the display in the Service application GPS Receiver ⇨ The installed drivers will appear. ⇨ The icon appears beside the active driver. 4. Mark the line with the correct driver. 5. Click on the selected line. ⇨ The following icon will appear next to the driver ⇨... - Page 31 Configuring the display in the Service application GPS Receiver ▪ „On“ Activates automatic steering assistance. ▪ "Off" Deactivates automatic steering assistance. Correction signal Type of correction signal for the DGPS receiver. The correction signals which are available is dependent on the activated driver. Potential values: ▪...
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Page 32: Configuring The "Gps Tilt-Module" Terrain Compensation
Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring the "GPS TILT-Module" terrain compensation 1. Switch to the "GPS" screen: ⇨ The following screen will appear: | Service | ⇨ A selection list will appear. - Click on the desired parameter. First of all, set the "Correction signal" parameter. - Click on the desired value. -
Page 33: Activating An External Lightbar
Configuring the display in the Service application Activating an external LightBar ⇨ The following screen will appear: 4. Enter the distance between the GPS Receiver and the ground surface in the line "GPS Receiver height". 5. Position the tractor on a ground surface that is known to be level. ⇨... -
Page 34: Camera
Configuring the display in the Service application Camera Camera 7.8.1 Activating a camera If you have connected a camera or camera system to the display, you must activate it. To activate a camera or a camera system, you must first activate its driver. Procedure 1. -
Page 35: Configuring The Joystick Button Allocations
Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring the joystick button allocations Function icon Meaning Activating automatic camera mode. In automatic mode the camera images will be automatically displayed if a sensor sends a signal to do so. This only works if the vehicle is equipped with a suitable sensor. Saving camera settings. - Page 36 Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring the joystick button allocations Area with available functions Cursor Icon for the ISOBUS job computer Button assignment area Icon for the function Button assignment. The example of the Mueller-Electronics multi-function grip (MFG) LED color (position of the side-switch on the Multi-function grip version multi-function grip)
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Page 37: Adjusting The Brightness For Day Or Night Mode
Configuring the display in the Service application Adjusting the brightness for day or night mode ⇨ The following screen will appear: ⇨ The icons which appear here will be dependent on the software of the connected ISOBUS job computer. This is only an example. ⇨... -
Page 38: Activating And Deactivating Applications
Configuring the display in the Service application Activating and deactivating applications Procedure 1. Open the "Service" application: ⇨ The following screen will appear: | Service 2. Change the operating mode. Depending on which operating mode is currently active, you can use one of the function icons: –... -
Page 39: Activating Licenses For Full Versions Of The Software
Configuring the display in the Service application Activating licenses for full versions of the software ⇨ The following screen will appear: ⇨ The icon preceding the name of the plugin indicates whether the plugin is activated or - Click on the desired plugin. deactivated. -
Page 40: Setting The Purpose Of The Display
Configuring the display in the Service application Setting the purpose of the display ⇨ The following screen will appear: ⇨ The following screen will appear: 2. Click on the desired application. 3. Enter the activation number in the "Key" field. You will receive the activation number on purchasing a software license. -
Page 41: Deleting Files From The Usb Flash Drive
Configuring the display in the Service application Deleting files from the USB flash drive 7.14 Deleting files from the USB flash drive NOTICE Potential loss of data! Deleted files cannot be retrieved! ◦ Think very carefully about which file you wish to delete. On the "Files"... -
Page 42: Activating The "Diagnostics" Function
Configuring the display 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 43: Jobcomputer Diagnostics
Configuring the display 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 display. ⇨ You have activated the "Diagnostics" function. 7.16.1 Jobcomputer diagnostics The screen "Jobcomputer diagnosis"... -
Page 44: Creating Screenshots
Configuring the display 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 flash drive, you will already have inserted the USB flash drive into the display. 1. -
Page 45: Configuring Farmpilot
Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring farmpilot ⇨ After restarting the display, CAN-Trace will log the communication between the display and - Restart display. the jobcomputer. ⇨ The CAN-Trace function will be deactivated automatically. 9. Leave the display switched on until the set CAN-Trace duration has elapsed. 10. -
Page 46: Configuring The Connection With Farmpilot
Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring farmpilot ⇨ The following screen will appear: 2. Click on "farmpilot". 3. Click on the "TPD" driver. ⇨ Next to the driver the icon will appear. ⇨ The following function icon will appear on the start screen of the "Service" application: - Restart display. -
Page 47: Configuring The Gprs Connection Manually
Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring farmpilot Switches logging ON and OFF. Switch on logging only when prompted to do so by Customer Services. Procedure 1. Open the "Service" application: | Service ⇨ The following screen will appear: - Open the access data screen for farmpilot. -
Page 48: Sending Diagnostic Data To The Portal
Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring farmpilot IP addresses of the first and second DNS servers Number Dialling code for the modem. Cannot be altered. Username Username for the GPRS connection. Password Password for the GPRS connection. Controls Function icon Function Retrieve default values. - Page 49 Configuring the display in the Service application Configuring farmpilot ⇨ The following notification will appear: ⇨ The data is being uploaded to the portal. “DeviceidentData transfer“ ⇨ The data have been uploaded to the portal. 3. Wait until the "Sending DeviceIdentData" notification disappears. 4.
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Page 50: Tractor-Ecu Application
Tractor-ECU application Adding a vehicle profile Tractor-ECU application The Tractor-ECU application allows you to: ▪ Create a profile for each vehicle, with specific settings. ▪ Input the sensors which are mounted on the vehicle. ▪ Input the position of the GPS receiver. If you are using a self-propelled machine, you can simply enter the position of the GPS receiver. -
Page 51: Configuring The Parameters For A Vehicle Profile
Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile Function Meaning icon Add a vehicle profile Vehicle profile cannot be deleted Delete the vehicle profile Back Procedure 1. Call up the Tractor-ECU application: | Tractor-ECU - Call up the vehicle list. ⇨... - Page 52 Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile Function Meaning Only appears if… icon Switch to the "Settings" screen Enter the position of the GPS receiver [➙ 56]. Activate the vehicle profile The selected vehicle profile is not activated. Back Calibrate the speed sensor A wheel sensor or radar sensor is used...
- Page 53 Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile A wheel sensor or a radar sensor is connected to the display via CAN. ▪ "Radar sensor via CAN" A radar sensor is connected to the display via CAN. ▪ "Wheel sensor via CAN" A wheel sensor is connected to the display via CAN.
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Page 54: Calibrating The Speed Sensor
Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile ▪ "Radar sensor via CAN" A radar sensor is connected to the display via CAN. ▪ "Wheel sensor via CAN" A wheel sensor is connected to the display via CAN. ▪ "Course sensor" The course signal is transmitted to the display. -
Page 55: Configuring A Working Position Sensor
Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile ⇨ The following screen will appear: 5. When determining using the 328.085ft (100m) method: The action sequence is shown on the display (100m = 328.085ft). For manual input: - Input a value. ⇨... -
Page 56: Entering The Position Of The Gps Receiver
When you have mounted and connected the GPS receiver, you must enter its exact mounting 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 57: For Machines Fitted With An Isobus Job Computer
Tractor-ECU application Configuring the parameters for a vehicle profile What is the position of the GPS Receiver? The distance should be entered as follows after the attachment point Procedure 1. Call up the Tractor-ECU application: | Tractor-ECU - Call up the vehicle list. 3. -
Page 58: Activating Vehicle Profiles
Tractor-ECU application Activating vehicle profiles GPS receiver for ISOBUS machines Attachment point for attached or trailed GPS receiver implements Attached or trailed implements Self-propelled machines Distance between the longitudinal axis and the Distance for Offset X GPS receiver for Offset Y Procedure To determine the distances for tractors with an ISOBUS-job computer: ... - Page 59 Tractor-ECU application Activating vehicle profiles Procedure 1. Call up the Tractor-ECU application: | Tractor-ECU - Call up the vehicle list. 3. Select the vehicle profile. - Activate the vehicle profile. Mueller Electronics, Inc.
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Page 60: Isobus-Tc Task Processing
ISOBUS-TC task processing Adjusting how you use ISOBUS-TC ISOBUS-TC task processing Adjusting how you use ISOBUS-TC First of all, you must decide how you will use the ISOBUS-TC application. The operation of ISOBUS- TC and TRACK-Leader is dependent on this setting. There are two scenarios in which you can use ISOBUS-TC. -
Page 61: Maintenance And Servicing
Maintenance and servicing Servicing and cleaning the display Maintenance and servicing NOTICE This product does not contain any components which require maintenance or repair! Never unscrew the casing! 10.1 Servicing and cleaning the display ▪ Press the keys with your fingertips. Avoid using your finger nails. ▪... -
Page 62: Checking The Software Version
Maintenance and servicing Checking the software version ▪ The transmitting part must be spatially separated from the vehicle's electronic system. ▪ When attaching the antenna, pay attention to proper installation, including a sound ground connection between the antenna and the vehicle's ground wire. For information on wiring and installation as well as the maximum allowable current consumption, please also refer to the installation guide provided by the machine manufacturer. -
Page 63: Pin Assignment Of Port A
Maintenance and servicing Technical specifications Parameter Value modem and without external devices. Display VGA TFT color display; display size (diagonal): 5.8 inches ; 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... -
Page 64: Pin Assignment Of Port B
Maintenance and servicing Technical specifications is compliant with TBC_Pwr in ISO 11783. When the display is switched on, this pin is under voltage (supply voltage minus approx. 1.2V). 10.5.3 Pin assignment of port B The pin assignment of port B is dependent on the hardware version of the display. [➙ 10] Displays with hardware versions from 3.0.0 9-pol. -
Page 65: Pin Assignment Of Port C
Maintenance and servicing Technical specifications 10.5.4 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 display and is used to supply the DGPS Receiver A100 supplied by Mueller-Electronics. -
Page 66: Pin Assignment Of Camera Ports 1 And 2
Maintenance and servicing Technical specifications When connected to a 24 V battery, the display will transfer approx. 23.3 V to the connected equipment. The use of a GPS Receiver only requires the signals RxD and TxD as well as GND. 10.5.5 Pin assignment of camera ports 1 and 2 Ports 1 and 2 are used to connect an analog camera. -
Page 67: Notes
Notes Notes Mueller Electronics, Inc.
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