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VSN Operation Manual
016-2020-001 Rev. A
9/2019
E33030
Copyright 2019

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  • Page 1 VSN Operation Manual 016-2020-001 Rev. A 9/2019 E33030 Copyright 2019...
  • Page 2 Raven systems, or products used as components of systems, which rely upon the reception of these signals or availability of these services. Raven Industries accepts no responsibility for the use of any of these signals or services for other than the stated purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Engaging VSN ..................................15 Analog Video Display .................................16 VSN Status ....................................17 UT Navigation Buttons ...............................17 Operation Modes .................................18 Chapter 5 VSN System Settings and Tuning ..............19 Machine Settings ..................................19 System Settings ..................................21 Network Settings ..................................24 Tuning ................................... 26 Camera Yaw Offset Tuning ...............................26...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents VSN Operation Manual...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    VSN™ system. • Follow all safety information presented within this manual. • If you require assistance with any portion of the installation or service of your Raven equipment, contact your local Raven dealer for support. • Follow all safety labels affixed to the system components. Be sure to keep safety labels in good condition and replace any missing or damaged labels.
  • Page 6 HAPTER ROS VSN Operation Manual...

  • Page 7: Chapter 2 Introduction

    When coupled with a Raven field computer and RS1/SC1, VSN™ is designed to offer hands-free steering of agricultural sprayers. The chapters in this manual are intended to assist with the proper calibration and operation of the VSN system. FIGURE 1. VSN Home Screen...

  • Page 8: System Specifications

    Raven Industries recommends the following best practices when installing or operating the VSN system for the first time, at the start of the season, or when moving the VSN system to another machine: • Verify that the machine hydraulic system is using fresh oil and that the filters have been recently changed.

  • Page 9: Updates

    Software and manual updates are available on the Raven Applied Technology website. https://portal.ravenprecision.com/ Sign up for email alerts, and you will be automatically notified when updates for your Raven products are available on the website. At Raven Industries, we strive to make your experience with our products as rewarding as possible.
  • Page 10 CHAPTER 2 VSN Operation Manual...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Initial Calibration

    CHAPTER C H A P T E R 3 Complete the following steps to configure the VSN system for the mounting position on a specific machine. NOTE: For best results, take all measurements in operating conditions and measure to the nearest 1/4 inch [nearest cm].
  • Page 12 CHAPTER 3 FIGURE 2. VSN Camera Fore/Aft Position 5. Select the Next button. 6. Enter the pitch (tilt) of the camera from horizontal. FIGURE 3. VSN Camera Tilt 7. Select the Next button. 8. The Calibration Summary page will be displayed.

  • Page 13: Initial Row Spacing Preset Calibration

    1. Select the Row Spacing button near the bottom of the VSN Home screen. FIGURE 5. VSN Row Spacing Preset Selection 2. Select the Next button. 3. Enter the row spacing of the crop (in inches [cm]) in which the VSN steering system will be used. Initial Calibration: Initial Row Spacing Preset Calibration...
  • Page 14 After approximately 100 yards [91 m], the calibration process will be complete. NOTE: The VSN camera needs to be calibrated in straight rows, in a flat field. A good calibration is extremely important to good steering performance. VSN Operation Manual...
  • Page 15 7. Bring the machine to a complete stop. 8. Review the calibration summary page. To complete the calibration and save the displayed values, select the check mark button. FIGURE 9. VSN Camera Calibration Summary Initial Calibration: Initial Row Spacing Preset Calibration...
  • Page 16 CHAPTER 3 VSN Operation Manual...

  • Page 17: Operation

    Refer to the ROS (Raven Operating System) Basic Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-539) for instructions on starting a job and setting guidance lines. HOME PAGE The following sections provide information about the system status and settings shown on the VSN System Home page. FIGURE 1. VSN Camera Calibration Summary...

  • Page 18: Vsn Status Icon

    Using these buttons will nudge the tire in ±1 inch increments. ROW DETECTION QUALITY Set the minimum quality value that must be met to engage VSN. This value is the cameras ability to detect the crop rows versus the furrows. This value is editable.

  • Page 19: Starting A Job

    OPERATION VSN OPERATION WIDGETS The following widgets are available for use with the VSN system to quickly change modes, monitor system operations, and engage the system from the field computer during field operations. OPERATION MODE WIDGETS The Operation Mode widget must be added to the guidance screen to allow the operator to change modes during a field operation.
  • Page 20 CHAPTER 4 STATUS AND ENGAGE WIDGET The following widget may be used with Raven steering systems to engage steering from the screen and view the current status of the steering system. NOTE: The VSN steering system may be engaged using the machine engage switch. Refer to the RS1 or SC1/ TC1 manual for additional information on using the machine engage switch.

  • Page 21: Analog Video Display

    Refer to the Viper/Viper 4+ Installation and Operation manual (P/N 016-0171-539) for information on adding widgets. Solution Quality Display. The solution quality is displayed on the analog video display from the VSN camera. Vehicle Heading. The current vehicle heading is displayed on the VSN analog video as a white line.

  • Page 22: Vsn Status

    CHAPTER 4 VSN STATUS WIDGET The VSN Status widget allows the operator to quickly check the current status of the VSN system during operation. ROS Widget Description VSN requires calibration. No A-B path or guidance line has been set, solution quality is below minimum threshold, or an active DTC is preventing the VSN system from engaging.

  • Page 23: Chapter 5 Vsn System Settings And Tuning

    MACHINE SETTINGS FIGURE 1. Machine Settings Tab NAVIGATION PARTNER Displays the Navigation Controller to which the VSN system is communicating. RESET DEFAULTS Touch the Reset Defaults button to clear stored row spacing presets and recalibrate the system. Accepting the confirmation will restore the VSN back to factory default settings.
  • Page 24 A factory reset will be required to change or adjust the Camera Mounting Settings. Camera Fore/Aft. Distance from the VSN camera lens to the rear axle. A positive value indicates the camera is positioned in front of the rear axle.

  • Page 25: System Settings

    VSN SYSTEM SETTINGS AND TUNING SYSTEM SETTINGS FIGURE 4. System Settings Tab CAMERA CALIBRATION FIGURE 5. Camera Calibration Page Row Spacing Name. Displays the currently selected Row Spacing Preset. Camera to Furrow Offset. Displays the distance from the right camera lens to the center of the nearest furrow bottom.
  • Page 26 Capture Image. Touch the Capture Image button to save a still image of the current VSN camera view. The image will be saved on the VSN system and may be used by the Raven Service Team to help troubleshoot potential field issues.
  • Page 27 For example, if the Row Detection Quality is set to 50 and the Quality Warning Offset is set to 10, the VSN icon will be in a caution (yellow) state when the Row Detection Quality is between 50 and 60.

  • Page 28: Network Settings

    SLINGSHOT NAME Displays the registered name of the VSN on the Raven Slingshot Portal. ETHERNET SETTINGS Touch the Ethernet Settings button to review the IP address assigned to the VSN system and the current link speed. FIGURE 9. Ethernet Settings Page...
  • Page 29 Touch the WiFi Settings button to review all WiFi Networks available to the VSN system. The network to which VSN is currently connected will be displayed with a green check mark next to the name. Use the Mode drop down list to select Raven Auto to allow VSN to automatically connect with a compatible Raven device.

  • Page 30: Tuning

    Refer to the RS1 Calibration and Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-001) for assistance with navigating and using the RS1 working set. 2. Drive a minimum of 150 meters down and back on the same path with VSN engaged. This should be done on flat ground.

  • Page 31: Chapter 6 Diagnostics

    • Green - Denotes a VSN connection to Slingshot. • Red - Denotes that the VSN is NOT connected to Slingshot. SOFTWARE UPDATE Select the Update Software button at the bottom of the page to update the software version on the VSN system. Diagnostics: System Information...
  • Page 32 NOTE: VSN may be updated with a USB drive via the Viper 4. An OTA update may be completed with an Internet connection either via WiFi or Ethernet. Refer to the CAN Node Update process in the field computer manual and ensure WiFi is enabled on the field computer.
  • Page 33 DIAGNOSTICS FIGURE 4. Data Usage Warning Screen NOTE: Select Cancel to exit without downloading the software update. FIGURE 5. Software Download Screen 4. Select Accept to begin the software download. 5. Wait for the software download to be completed. FIGURE 6. Software Update Notice Diagnostics: System Information...

  • Page 34: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Dtcs)

    Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) DTC Summary Selecting Clear deletes the inactive DTCs from the Inactive DTC error log. For a complete list of VSN DTCs, please visit: http://ravenprecision.force.com/knowledgebase/articles/Tech_Tip/RS1-Lights-and-Diagnostic-Codes/ Select the Log Error button to record diagnostic CAN data. VSN Operation Manual...

  • Page 35: Vsn Diagnostic Led States

    TABLE 1. Status Description Green • Flashing (1 hz) - VSN system is calibrated and detecting rows. • Flashing (10 hz) - No CAN communication. Yellow • Flashing (1 hz) - CAN Communication Present. • Flashing - VSN has power and is starting up.
  • Page 36 CHAPTER 6 VSN Operation Manual...
  • Page 37 Index Important Safety Information Electrical Safety Hydraulic Safety Introduction Installation Recommendations 4 Updates Routine Operation Engaging RS1 starting a Job Updating the Node 016-2020-001 Rev. A...
  • Page 38 Index VSN Operation Manual...
  • Page 39 Bring the defective part and proof of purchase to your Raven dealer. If the dealer approves the warranty claim, the dealer will process the claim and send it to Raven Industries for final approval. The freight cost to Raven Industries will be the customer’s responsibility.
  • Page 40 Bring the defective part and proof of purchase to your Raven dealer. If the dealer approves the warranty claim, the dealer will process the claim and send it to Raven Industries for final approval. The freight cost to Raven Industries will be the customer’s responsibility.

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