Page 1 X35 CONSOLE BOURGAULT SRC 6000, 7000, 8000 & 9000 A/S OPERATOR'S MANUAL MONITOR VERSION: 4.04 0252-90-77 REVISED DECEMBER 2019 Use this manual as well as the Topcon Operator's Manual, and the Bourgault Air Seeder Operator's Manual for operational information. Original Instructions...
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Page 5: Dealer Information Sheet
DEALER INFORMATION SHEET EALERSHIP ELEPHONE ALES ERSON ELEPHONE EALERSHIP ERVICE ANAGER ELEPHONE RODUCT YPE AND ODEL ERIAL HIS SHEET IS TO BE FILLED OUT BY THE SELLING DEALERSHIP PRIOR TO DELIVERY F THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR OURGAULT DEALERSHIP LISTED ABOVE...
Page 7: Customer Commitment
CUSTOMER COMMITMENT UCCESSFUL EQUIPMENT OPERATION REQUIRES THE WNER TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OPERATION AS WELL AS FOR SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE HEN APPLICABLE OPERATIONAL ITEMS ARE ADDRESSED TO THE HIGHEST LEVEL POSSIBLE BY THE DEALER AND OURGAULT OWEVER SOME FUNCTIONAL ITEMS ARE BEST VERIFIED IN THE FIELD AND THEREFORE ’...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
BHECU (Blocked Head Electronic Control Unit) ...............1.9 1.10 Granular Sectional Control Harnesses ...................1.10 1.11 Section Control Valve Proximity Sensor .................1.10 1.12 CL55 Module ..........................1.10 2 Overview ............................2.1 Starting the X35 Console ......................2.2 2.1.1 Turning On ........................2.2 2.1.2 Shutting Down .........................2.2 2.1.3...
Page 10 Table of Contents X35 Console Common Functions ........................2.7 Guidance/Coverage Map ......................2.9 Seeder Controller ........................2.12 2.6.1 Seeder Controller Mini-View Window ................2.13 2.6.2 Seeder Controller Full Screen Mode ................2.14 2.6.3 Tank Tab/Panel Explained .....................2.16 2.6.3.1 Tank Parameters ....................2.18 2.6.4 Conﬁguration Panel ......................2.19 2.6.5...
Page 11 X35 Console Table of Contents GPS ............................4.11 4.3.1 Receiver ........................4.12 4.3.2 Output ...........................4.13 4.3.3 Radar ..........................4.14 Serial Ports ..........................4.15 Alarms .............................4.16 4.5.1 General Alarms ......................4.16 4.5.2 Seeder Alarms ......................4.18 Flag Points ..........................4.25 Cameras ..........................4.26 4.7.1 General .........................4.26 4.7.2 Adjust ..........................4.26 4.7.3...
Page 12 Table of Contents X35 Console Geometry ..........................6.31 Section Control ........................6.34 6.6.1 Section Setup ........................6.34 6.6.2 Timing ...........................6.37 6.6.2.1 Conﬁrming Timing Settings in Field ..............6.39 6.6.2.1.1 Field Test Procedure ...................6.39 6.6.2.1.2 Troubleshooting the Test Procedure ............6.39 6.6.2.1.3 Section Timing Adjustments ................6.40 6.6.3...
Page 13 X35 Console Table of Contents 6.7.6.1 Sensor Setup ......................6.65 6.7.6.2 Blocked Head Monitor ..................6.66 6.7.6.3 Granular Sections ....................6.72 6.7.6.4 General Inputs ......................6.72 6.7.6.5 Encoder ........................6.72 6.7.6.6 General Output .....................6.73 6.7.6.7 Drill Fold Setup .....................6.73 6.7.6.8 Brake Control ......................6.74 6.7.7 Weigh Scales ........................6.75 6.7.7.1...
Page 14 Table of Contents X35 Console 8.4.2.1 7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders ..............8.15 8.4.2.2 6000 Series Air Seeders ..................8.19 8.4.3 Area Test ........................8.23 8.4.4 Reset Weigh Scale Data ....................8.24 Calibration - NH3 Tank ......................8.25 Calibration - Liquid Tank ......................8.26 8.6.1 Flow Calibration ......................8.28 Wheel Sensor Calibration .......................8.29...
Page 15 X35 Console Table of Contents 10 Monitoring & Managing Files ......................10.1 10.1 Viewing Information on the Dashboard ...................10.2 10.1.1 Conﬁguring the Dashboard ...................10.2 10.1.2 Dashboard Items ......................10.3 10.2 Alarm Window .........................10.7 10.3 Viewing Job Information ......................10.8 10.4 GPS Details (Mini-View Window) ...................10.9 10.5 Viewing Diagnostics ......................10.10...
Page 16 13.2.2.1 Pack Master Calibration..................13.8 13.3 X35 Blockage Monitoring ......................13.11 13.3.1 Mounting the Components ..................13.12 13.3.2 Blockage Monitoring with X35 Console ..............13.14 13.4 Brake Control ........................13.16 13.5 Weigh System ........................13.17 13.5.1 Scale Link SL2140 in Universal Terminal ..............13.17 13.5.2 Remote Display SLC2810 (7000 Series) ..............13.20 13.5.3...
Page 17: System Components
Software Version ......................1.2 X35 Console ..........................1.3 1.2.1 USB Wi-Fi Antenna ......................1.3 Keypad ............................1.4 Harnesses ..........................1.4 1.4.1 X35 Main Harness ......................1.4 1.4.2 Power Extension Harness ....................1.5 1.4.3 Tractor ISOBUS Harness ....................1.5 1.4.4 In-Cab Keypad Harness ....................1.6 Electronic Control Unit (ECU) ....................1.7 1.5.1...
Page 18: Introduction
This manual is intended for use with the Bourgault steering will be a part of that system and the X35 Air Seeder SRC (Seed Rate Control) with the X35 console will be used for mapping purposes only.
Page 19: X35 Console
The console has a 13.5" LCD touch screen display. The back panel of the X35 Console has a few connection ports, refer to Figure 1.3. 1. Two CAN ports which are used for harness connections;...
Page 20: Keypad
1.6. This harness connects the Figure The tank mounted keypad is installed on the frame X35 console to a power source, ISOBUS, and GPS to control the meters when in calibration mode. It signal. is also used to run meters to check runs when the unit is stationary.
Page 21: Power Extension Harness
Figure 1.8 - Power Extension Harness (3151-68) 1.4.3 Tractor ISOBUS Harness The tractor ISOBUS harness connects to the battery and tees into the X35 harness. The implement plugs into the harness at back of the tractor. Figure 1.9 - Bourgault ISOBUS X35 Harness...
Page 22: In-Cab Keypad Harness
1.4.4 In-Cab Keypad Harness In-Cab keypad harness (Figure 1.10) connects the keypad into the ISOBUS on the X35 harness. It also uses the keypad power harness (Figure 1.11) to power up the keypad from the X35 harness. Connects to 9-pin AMP...
Page 23: Electronic Control Unit (Ecu)
SL2140 Scale Link ECU (7000/9000 Air Seeder only) This Scale Link ECU integrates the Digi-Star weigh system into the X35 Apollo system so live weights can be monitored. Setup can be accessed through the X35 console. Figure 1.15 - Scale Link ECU...
Page 24: Slc2810 Remote Display (7000 Air Seeders Only)
System Components X35 Console 1.5.4 SLC2810 Remote Display (7000 Air Seeders only) The SLC2810 displays the scale values and can control the scale link setup. Speed Sensors EZ2810_WeighScaleMonitor.jpg Figure 1.16 - Weigh System Remote Display There are speed sensors in several locations on the air seeder.
Page 25: Low Bin Level Sensors
2. There is a maximum of 20 BH sensors per unit. The information from this BH sensor is then sent back to the X35 monitor and is displayed on the Bourgault SRC program. Refer to Section 13.3...
Page 26: Granular Sectional Control Harnesses
System Components X35 Console 1.10 Granular Sectional Control Harnesses There are 2 control harnesses that run from the I/O ECU to control up to 10 sections on the unit. One harness controls the section valves and the other harness sends the section sensor feedback to the ECU.
Page 27: Overview
X35 Console Overview 2 Overview 2 Overview ............................2.1 Starting the X35 Console ......................2.2 2.1.1 Turning On ........................2.2 2.1.2 Shutting Down .........................2.2 2.1.3 Boot-Up Process ......................2.3 Console Toolbar ........................2.4 Understanding the Main Screens .....................2.5 2.3.1 Operations Screen ......................2.5 2.3.2 Manipulating Main Viewing Area ..................2.7 Common Functions ........................2.7...
Page 28: Starting The X35 Console
Refer to Section 11 - Wiring Schematics for more details. Power Ensure that the X35 is connected to a stable power Button supply; direct battery connection is best however many newer model tractors have direct to battery connections available in the cab.
Page 29: Boot-Up Process
You may also 2. To close the warning window touch anywhere verify the X35 is receiving a GPS signal, refer to on the main area. Section 10.1.2 - Dashboard Items & Section 10.4 - GPS Details.
Page 30: Console Toolbar
Overview X35 Console Console Toolbar The X35 has some dedicated buttons/controls on The Configure Home Screens button will the lower console toolbar which is accessed by open a window to save or replace global scrolling up from the bottom edge of the screen.
Page 31: Understanding The Main Screens
Red. Press the icon to bring up The operations screen will allow you to access all a Status menu to see what is preventing the controls available on the X35 Console. The seeding. functions on the screen are separated into several...
Page 32 7. Forward/Reverse Control - this option can implements, fields, jobs, guidance and so on. only be enabled for non-Topcon GPS receivers. 9. Setup - provides access to the Main Setup a. The icon will be white and point up when screen.
Page 33: Manipulating Main Viewing Area
Always expand another mini-view to replace the information on the main screen. Common Functions There are several common functions that are used with the X35 console. 1. Cancel Button Cancel button will cancel the selection/ action and return to previous screen.
Page 34 Overview X35 Console 4. Increase/Decrease Buttons These buttons will appear when it is required to change or enter a numeric value. The value will change by preset increments. The increments will vary depending on the parameter being adjusted. These buttons can be used in conjunction with numeric keypad.
Page 35: Guidance/Coverage Map
X35 Console Overview Guidance/Coverage Map The Full Guidance screen opens as default when 2. Zoom Out the Operations screen is accessed for the first time. Allows you to get a wider view of your implement In addition to full screen mode, it can be viewed and map on your guidance screen.
Page 36 Overview X35 Console 4. Map Layers In this window you can select what will be displayed in the main area of the guidance screen, refer to Figure 2.14. The selected items will have white background. There are several layers available: a.
Page 37 X35 Console Overview 6. Applied Rate Map Legend This legend bar shows the current layer that is being viewed on the guidance screen. If viewing the as applied rate map then this bar will be a coloured rate legend indicating the rate being applied.
Page 38: Seeder Controller
Overview X35 Console Seeder Controller Refer to Figure 2.17. This is the Seeder Controller Icon, located Expand in mini-view menu. Selecting this icon will open Seeder Controller mini-view window. 1. The Seeder Controller mini-view window can Touch the mini-view and slide be expanded into a main screen.
Page 39: Seeder Controller Mini-View Window
X35 Console Overview 2.6.1 Seeder Controller Mini-View Window Refer to Figure 2.20. Mini-view Seeder Controller window has several tabs at the top that display information for different air seeder features. Only enabled features and tanks will be displayed. When there are more than five features available, tab with arrow will appear to allow to move to the next page.
Page 40: Seeder Controller Full Screen Mode
Overview X35 Console 2.6.2 Seeder Controller Full Screen Viewing area position Mode status bar Refer to Figure 2.21. The Seeder Controller menu, is located on the right side and has icons, that if selected will open up panels for the enabled granular/liquid or NH3 tanks, configuration panel, area counters panel (if enabled), and fan panel.
Page 41 X35 Console Overview 4. (D) Area Counters panel - for detailed Viewing area position information refer to Section 2.6.5 - Area status bar Counters Panel. 5. (E) Fan Status panel toggle - this icon works like a toggle switch, making the Fan Status panel (F) visible or not.
Page 42: Tank Tab/Panel Explained
Overview X35 Console 2.6.3 Tank Tab/Panel Explained 1. (A) Requested Application Rate - used to enter and display the application rate. The control system will use the calibration factor to adjust the metering auger speed for the given product. 2. (B) Used to decrease requested application rate by preset increment.
Page 43 X35 Console Overview 9. (I) Viewing Area 2 - displays data related to the specific tank. This can be customized to display up to five parameters. When selected, a Customize Data window will open with a list of available parameters to be displayed, refer Figure 2.26...
Page 44: Tank Parameters
Overview X35 Console 2.6.3.1 Tank Parameters Discharge Rate - displays the amount of Refer to Figure 2.26. product being metered per minute from the tank. Application Rate - this is the current Area Remaining - displays the area application rate for the product in the specific tank.
Page 45: Configuration Panel
X35 Console Overview 2.6.4 Conﬁguration Panel Refer to Figure 2.27. 1. (A) Manual Speed - allows the user to enable or disable the manual speed control. When enabled, the button will have green background. Important The SET manual speed must be maintained to achieve the rates that have been set.
Page 46: Area Counters Panel
Figure 2.28. The area counters section has a total of 10 possible areas. For each tank and each area, the X35 console will record: the treated area, ASC savings, product used, operating time, average rate and productivity rate. These accumulate whenever the master switch and the particular tank switch are on.
Page 47: Working With Global Home Screens
X35 Console Overview Working With Global Home Screens 2.7.3 Managing Screens Operation screens can be set up in many ways. To manage the screens, press the Configure Home Once a screen is set up it can be saved as a home Screens button so the "Manage Global Home...
Page 48: Loading (Selecting) Global Home Screen
Overview X35 Console 2.7.4 Loading (Selecting) Global Home Screen If the "Global Home Screen Mode" is set to Select, (refer to Section 3.2.3 - Environment) pressing the Go to Home Screen button will bring up the Load a Global Home Screen window, that...
Page 49: Setup
X35 Console Setup 3 Setup 3 Setup ...............................3.1 Setup Menu Explained ......................3.2 User Menu ..........................3.4 3.2.1 Region ..........................3.4 3.2.1.1 Language ........................3.4 3.2.1.2 Time/Date .......................3.5 3.2.1.3 Units ........................3.6 3.2.2 Lightbar ...........................3.6 3.2.3 Environment ........................3.7 3.2.4 Map ..........................3.8 3.2.5 Access Level ........................3.9 3.2.6...
Page 50: Setup Menu Explained
The main level has the following items: This screen is where you can setup and configure 1. User - allows you to select language, set the X35 console environment, vehicle, implement date/time, units, lightbar, console working and air seeder. You may also enable the additional...
Page 51 X35 Console Setup 5. Product options - allows you to create a product list, set product density, preset rates and calibration factors. Refer to Section 7 - Product Setup. Selecting one of the items in the main level of the menu will unfold the next level of options.
Page 52: User Menu
Setup X35 Console User Menu User settings allow the user to setup the console work environment, regional settings and map options. To access the user settings select the User icon in the main setup screen. Refer to Figure 3.4. 3.2.1 Region Figure 3.4 - User Setup Menu...
Page 53: Time/Date
X35 Console Setup 3.2.1.2 Time/Date From the Main Setup menu select User/Region/ Time/Date. There are three settings: 1. Date format - select a format for how you would like the date to appear on the console: a. 15 Dec, 2012 (Day Month, Year) b.
Page 54: Units
Setup X35 Console 3.2.1.3 Units 8. Dry Density Units - select Kilograms per Litre, Kilograms per Cubic Meter, Kilograms From the Main Setup menu select User/Region/ per US Bushel, Kilograms per UK Bushel, Units. There are several settings: Pounds per Gallon, Pounds per Cubic Foot, Pounds per US Bushel, Pounds per UK Bushel 1.
Page 55: Environment
Using plus/minus buttons will change 5. System 150 File Transfers - enables or volume in increments. disables file transfers from earlier Topcon 2. Button Clicks - when Enabled there will be systems (110/150). a click with every button selection on the 6.
Page 56: Map
Setup X35 Console 3.2.4 3. Map Focus Auto-Shift - enables or disables the map focus auto-shift. From the Main Setup menu select User/Map. The a. When enabled, the map will automatically following settings will allow the set up of how...
Page 57: Access Level
X35 Console Setup 3.2.5 Access Level From the Main Setup menu select User/Access Level. This tab allows you to switch access levels. Someone with a higher level of understanding of the system can setup two lower access levels with limited access to settings/functions only allowing them into areas they need to access for operation.
Page 58: User Controls
Setup X35 Console 3.2.6 User Controls From the Main Setup menu select User/User Controls. This tab only appears for the Expert access level and allows you to set what controls the other access levels can view/change. 1. Under each access level column, select all the Control items to make them visible for the respective access level.
Page 59: Remote Support
X35 Console Setup 3.2.7 Remote Support Allows you to setup support desks and request support if you have the X35 console connected to an internet source. Refer to Section 4.10 - USB to setup internet connection. You will need to WiFi contact your dealer to use this option.
Page 60 Setup X35 Console 3.12...
Page 61: System
X35 Monitor System Settings 4 System 4 System ............................4.1 System Menu ..........................4.2 Features ............................4.3 4.2.1 Licenses ..........................4.3 4.2.2 Console ...........................4.3 4.2.3 Guidance .........................4.5 4.2.4 Implement ........................4.6 4.2.5 Xtend..........................4.8 4.2.6 Quick Start ........................4.9 GPS ............................4.11 4.3.1 Receiver ........................4.12 4.3.2 Output ...........................4.13 4.3.3...
Page 62: System Menu
System Settings X35 Monitor System Menu This section explains how to set up system elements such as GPS, auxiliary connections, alarms and others. Note Only features that are registered for the product purchased can be enabled. Guidance is always enabled as it is a standard feature.
Page 63: Features
It also allows you to export through the ISOBUS control. the license data file which is used by Topcon to a. This is not used by Bourgault. generate a new license data file for the specific console to be imported to unlock new features if 3.
Page 64 System Settings X35 Monitor 4. Cameras - enables or disables cameras (used for 9000AS). 5. Per-Point Data Logging - Enabling this will record each GPS data point during a job along with a number of other data fields. a. Bourgault does not recommend using this unless necessary to get certain information as it will use up storage quickly.
Page 65: Guidance
Quick Start - when the quick start icon on the guidance/coverage map screen is 2. Auto Steer - this option appears if a Topcon selected, it will prompt the operator to GPS receiver is selected. It enables or disables...
Page 66: Implement
System Settings X35 Monitor 4.2.4 Implement Available only When ASC enabled To access the implement features settings from the Main Setup menu select System/Features/ Implement, refer to Figure 4.5. 1. Auto Section Control (ASC) - enables or disables auto section control. When ASC is...
Page 67 2. Variable Rate Control - enables or disables the use of the VRC feature in conjunction with seed rate control of the X35 console. If enabled this feature will allow the use of prescription maps to vary application rates over the mapped areas.
Page 68: Xtend
System Settings X35 Monitor 4.2.5 Xtend 7. Norac Boom Height Control - this is an option for sprayer implements for auto boom This page shows the devices that have been height control. connected to console through the Xtend feature. 8. M2M (I2I) Coverage Sharing - this feature Refer to Section 13.6 - Extend Feature...
Page 69: Quick Start
X35 Monitor System Settings 4.2.6 Quick Start When the Job Helper mode is set to Quick Start (refer to Section 4.2.3 - Guidance), prompts for specific jobs that will be carried out, can be customized under System/Features/Quick Start. There are several options that can be enabled or disabled.
Page 70 System Settings X35 Monitor 4. Change Job - will prompt to select or create a job with a Default, Custom or Entered name. 5. Configure Job Regions - will prompt to assign internal boundaries to work or exclude. 6. Load VRC Map - will prompt to automatically load a VRC map from the inserted thumbdrive.
Page 71: Gps
X35 Monitor System Settings The X35 console can interact with a GPS that is used in the following applications: guidance, variable rate control and mapping. The GPS signal is also used to determine ground speed (the preferred method). To access GPS settings from the Main Setup menu select System/GPS.
Page 72: Receiver
Type set as Other. GPS receivers need to be outputting GGA, VTG & ZDA strings for the X35 console. Refer to the manual for your GPS equipment. 2. Baud Rate - baud rate refers to the speed of the data transfer and depends on the equipment being used.
Page 73: Output
1. GPS Output - enables or disables the output A green check mark indicates that a sentence code of the GPS data from the X35 console to other enabled, a red cross means it is disabled. devices.
Page 74: Radar
Radar 2. Baud Rate - refers to the amount of data transferred per second. The X35 console can provide radar output to a. The default baud rate is 19200. external devices. To access Radar output settings select System/GPS/Radar, refer to Figure 4.17.
Page 75: Serial Ports
X35 Monitor System Settings Serial Ports This setting is used to set which port on your X35 console will receive GPS signal. It will also send the signal to other devices, that are not directly connected to GPS select System/Serial Ports.
Page 76: Alarms
System Settings X35 Monitor Alarms Alarms are provided as a warning if any 1. Enabling/Disabling Alarms - all general components or functions of the seeding system, alarms can be enabled/disabled all at once or steering, or GPS are not functioning properly. All individually.
Page 77 For the End of Row alarm to sound, auto steering must be enabled (in Topcon systems only). If there is no auto steering, the Look Ahead Distance function can be used to set a distance in front of the Figure 4.20 - End of Row Alarms...
Page 78: Seeder Alarms
System Settings X35 Monitor 4.5.2 Seeder Alarms 2. Incorrect Rate - indicates that the actual application rate is higher or lower than the To access the seeder alarms setup, select System/ acceptable application rate range. Alarms/Seeder. a. Select the Threshold button to set a...
Page 79 X35 Monitor System Settings 3. No Comms - indicates no communication between the X35 and the ECU(s) on the seeder. 4. Tank Empty (Sensor) - there is no product in front of that tank's bin level sensor. The bin level sensors are set so that there is a minimal amount of product remaining in the tank after this warning.
Page 80 System Settings X35 Monitor 20. Drill Raised, Master On - indicates that the 28. Granular Pressure Low - indicates that the drill is UP and the master switch is ON. tank air pressure is lower than the minimum pressure set point. There could be an air leak 21.
Page 81 X35 Monitor System Settings 30. High Fan Speed - indicates that the fan RPM is more than the HIGH RPM setpoint. a. Select the Fan 1 Maximum RPM button to enter the Fan 1 high RPM setpoint. b. Select the Fan 2 Maximum RPM button to enter the Fan 2 high RPM setpoint.
Page 82 System Settings X35 Monitor 40. Fluctuating RPM - indicates that the granular tank shaft rpm is fluctuating outside an acceptable range. a. Select the Threshold button to set a percentage value that will be used to calculate the upper and lower RPM limits.
Page 83 X35 Monitor System Settings 43. DynaCal Average Weight Difference (9000AS) - this alerts if the measured (actual) weight is changing at a different rate than the theoretical weight based on the cal factor. Note This DynaCal version for the 9000AS has logic to automatically lower the threshold as more product is metered out.
Page 84 System Settings X35 Monitor 44. Scale Setup Number Mismatch - Indicates if the X35 settings for the scale setup number doesn’t match the actual Scale Link value for a specific channel. 45. Scale Calibration Number Mismatch - Indicates if the X35 settings for the scale calibration number doesn’t match the actual...
Page 85: Flag Points
X35 Monitor System Settings Flag Points The operator can set flag points on the guidance map to show obstacles or other land features for a field on the Operations Screen. Here, the operator can view flag point presets and change the preset symbols and names as desired.
Page 86: Cameras
System Settings X35 Monitor Cameras 4.7.2 Adjust Settings in System/Cameras are used to configure each of the camera channels. 1. Mirrored Display - enable or disable to get the camera view to show up in correct 4.7.1 General orientation. 1. Name - Set the name of the camera channel 4.7.3...
Page 87: Isobus
X35 Monitor System Settings ISOBUS Settings in System/ISOBUS are used to configure the Universal Terminal & the Task Controller for controlling ISO programs. 4.8.1 Task Controller Setup Access TC (Task Controller) settings through System/ISOBUS/TC. Configure the TC for running ISO programs.
Page 88: Universal Terminal Setup
System Settings X35 Monitor 4.8.2 Universal Terminal Setup 4. Clear Pool Cache - clears contents of universal terminal cache, used if error is Access UT (Universal Terminal) settings through displayed. System/ISOBUS/UT (this tab only appears if the 5. Soft Keys Per Column - can be configured UT is enabled under System/Features/Console).
Page 89: Utilities
X35 Monitor System Settings Utilities Access certain console functions through System/ Utilities. 1. Provision USB For Upgrade - this will unlock the thumbdrive to prepare for software upgrade. Note Ensure that the upgrade ﬁles are present on the thumbdrive (unzipped) and at the root (not in a folder).
Page 90: Usb Wi
System Settings X35 Monitor 4.10 USB Wi-Fi This page has different options allowing you to 2. SSID - this is the name of the hotspot that is connect to an internet source or wireless device. generated by the console. It can be edited.
Page 91: Vehicle
This section explains how to set up and access the profile information about the vehicle on which the X35 console is mounted. If the console is to be used on more than one vehicle, then more than one vehicle profile will need to be set.
Page 92: Vehicle Menu
Selecting an Existing Vehicle 3. To return to the vehicle list in the console Once the vehicle profiles are set in the X35 memory, select the USB button again. console (refer to Section 5.3 - Setting Up a New Vehicle), they can be accessed easily.
Page 93: Setting Up A New Vehicle
X35 Console Vehicle Setup Setting Up a New Vehicle To setup a new vehicle select Vehicle/New. Refer to Figure 5.2. A list with vehicle manufacturers will appear. Use the up/down arrows or scroll bar to see all the options. If you find the make for your vehicle, or can...
Page 94 Vehicle Setup X35 Console 1. If the Make of the vehicle is listed or can be closely matched; a. Choose the vehicle make and confirm. Figure 5.3 - Vehicle Model Selection b. Next, a model list for the chosen vehicle will appear.
Page 95 X35 Console Vehicle Setup d. You will return back to "+ New Vehicle" window. The just entered name will be displayed in Vehicle name button. Confirm again to finish. Figure 5.5- Vehicle Make Selection - Other 2. If your vehicle make is not present, or can not be closely matched;...
Page 96 Vehicle Setup X35 Console b. Next, a list with auto steering systems will d. A "+ New Vehicle" window will appear. appear. Choose one that is installed on Select the Vehicle name button, a keyboard your vehicle or Other, if you cannot find window will appear.
Page 97: Setting Up Vehicle Geometry
X35 Console Vehicle Setup Setting Up Vehicle Geometry Note Pre-defined factory vehicle templates contain standard measurements. Measurements can be Dimensions will vary depending on the type of adjusted to correct for the particular vehicle, tire vehicle selected. size and other factors.
Page 98: Steering
Configure steering settings if it is being controlled the receiver from the centre of the rear axle. through the X35 monitor (settings only appear if The number is positive when the receiver is a Topcon GPS receiver is selected under System/...
Page 99: Implement Setup
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6 Implement Setup 6 Implement Setup ..........................6.1 Implement Menu ........................6.3 Selecting an Existing Implement ....................6.3 Creating a New Implement Proﬁle ....................6.5 6.3.1 Creating a New Proﬁle Based on Factory Templates .............6.5 6.3.2 Create a Custom Implement Proﬁle ................6.12 ECU ............................6.24...
Page 100 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.2.2 Flow Settings ......................6.54 6.7.2.3 Control Valve Settings ..................6.55 6.7.2.3.1 Proportional Valve Settings .................6.56 6.7.2.3.2 Regulator Valve Settings ................6.57 6.7.2.4 Pressure Settings ....................6.58 6.7.3 Fan Settings ........................6.59 6.7.4 Pump Settings .......................6.60 6.7.5 Drill Control ........................6.61 6.7.5.1...
Page 101: Implement Menu
In seeding applications: and seeding drill) have been already setup on the "Vehicle" refers to a tractor that is used to pull the X35 console or will be imported from a USB seeding implement. device. "Implement" refers to a seeding system that consists of the seeding drill and the air seeder.
Page 102 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 3. To copy an existing profile and make the c. If creating a copy, the "New implement as required changes: Copy" window will appear. Select an implement name button to a. Select the implement you would like to give it a new name and confirm.
Page 103: Creating A New Implement Profile
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Creating a New Implement Proﬁle 6.3.1 Creating a New Proﬁle Based on There are 2 options for creating a new implement profile. Select one of the options explained in the Factory Templates following sub-sections. To create a new implement profile based on the...
Page 104 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 3. Select a specific tank configuration from the 6450 3 TANK-MTRG-T2 NH3(SCN) list. A naming convention is used to help 2 FAN - is a Model 6450 with 3 tank easily identify the required configuration.
Page 105 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 4. Select the appropriate ECU Type a. Apollo is the selection for new machines. Refer to Figure 6.6. Figure 6.6 - Selecting ECU Type 5. Select a template for a Drill. Refer to Figure 6.7.
Page 106 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6. If Bourgault was selected (Figure 6.7), the next screen will show the configuration folder. Refer to Figure 6.8. a. Once the configuration folder is selected, the list of drill sizes will be displayed. Select your drill size.
Page 107 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Select Conﬁguration Folder Select Drill Model Select Drill Size Select Drill Conﬁguration Figure 6.8 - Selecting Drill...
Page 108 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor Note 7. Enter the Implement Name It is recommended you name the implement a. Refer to Figure 6.9. something that speciﬁcally identiﬁes it, to allow b. You can enter a specific name or accept you to easily select between implement proﬁles at the automatically generated name.
Page 109 X35 console will restart and come back to the ECU Setup page, refer to Figure 6.10. Important The next step will be to get the X35 to recognize all ECUs that are installed for your conﬁguration. Refer to Section 6.4.2 - ECU Manage.
Page 110: Create A Custom Implement Profile
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.3.2 Create a Custom Implement d. A window will appear informing you that the system will restart once your air seeder Proﬁle has been configured, refer to Figure 6.11. To create a new custom implement profile, select e.
Page 111 3. For Implement control; Rate Control Only - select if the unit does not have granular or NH3/ a. Select the type of control, that the X35 liquid sectional control. console will be responsible for. c. Select the appropriate option and select Press the right arrow to advance to the next step.
Page 112 Figure 6.15. b. Select the "ECU Type" button to open a drop down list. c. Select Apollo for a new Bourgault Air Seeder with the X35 console. ECU Type Button Figure 6.15 - ECU Type 5. For Implement Function; a. Refer to Figure 6.16.
Page 113 Figure 6.17 - Connect Apollo CM-40 #1 must be disconnected. Important Refer to the following table, when connecting ECUs to make sure that the right ECU is connected when prompted by the X35 console. Identification of ECU connections by X35 console Tanks #1-4...
Page 114 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor b. Press the right arrow and the X35 will try to detect the main ECU. Refer to Figure 6.19. Figure 6.19 - Detecting ECU #1 c. Once detected, the X35 will confirm that in the new window. Refer to Figure 6.20...
Page 115 Add ECU Button Figure 6.21 - Apollo System Conﬁguration Summary If there are additional ECUs present for The X35 will try to detect the this system, select the "Add ECU Button" connected ECU and will display on the Apollo system configuration...
Page 116 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor g. Section control and Blockage Monitoring iii. A Pop up menu will be displayed. are connected to the same type of ECU: For Sectional Control ECU’s select Apollo EM-24. Section Control/Monitoring. For Blockage ECU’s select Monitoring For these ECUs functions need to be Only.
Page 117 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 8. For Selecting number of Booms; c. Set the Number of multi-section Liquid/ NH3 booms: a. Select the number of multi-section booms Leave at 0, if no NH3/liquid for granular and liquid/NH3 applications sectional control;...
Page 118 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 9. Number of Fans - enter the number of fans installed on your air seeder tank. a. If "1" is entered, the fan setup screen will have settings only for one fan (refer to Section 6.7.3 - Fan Settings).
Page 119 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 11. Tanks - here you can enter the number of tanks on your air seeder and whether it has a Flex tank or not. Note Tanks without metering augers still count as a tank (other than a Flex tank).
Page 120 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 12. Tank Summary - shows a list of tanks, the product type for each tank and the assigned ECU channel will be displayed. You can perform following functions: a. Rename tank(s); b. Change the product type for the tank from Granular (assigned by default) to liquid or NH3.
Page 121 (refer to Section 6.7.1.1.2 - Individual Tank Setup). Figure 6.30 - Tank Summary - Example 13. The custom profile setup is now complete. Confirm to apply settings and restart the X35 console. Figure 6.31 - Custom Implement Proﬁle Complete 6.23...
Page 122: Ecu
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.4.1 ECU Setup After creating a new implement profile or changing implements, the new implement will be loaded and the ECU Display window will be displayed. This window displays a summary of all tanks, the type of each tank...
Page 123 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 3. Add Tank - this will allow you to add a tank in situations when the Saddle tank or liquid/NH3 system is added to the existing tank. a. When selected, a message, that this operation requires restart will be displayed.
Page 124: Ecu Manage
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.4.2 ECU Manage the COMMS connector for that ECU can remain plugged in. This section is used to detect, add or replace an ECU. Select the Implement/ECU/Manage button. If replacing just a single ECU, all other ECU’s can stay connected.
Page 125 Figure 6.37. c. Once the ECU is connected, select NEXT. Figure 6.37 - Connect ECU 3. The X35 console will attempt to detect an 5. The Apollo system configuration summary will ECU. be displayed. Select "yes" to apply settings. Refer to Figure 6.38.
Page 126 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6. Refer to Figure 6.39. The Status column 9. The "Unassign option" can be used to clear the should list "Aux CPU Enabled" under normal ISO Name for an ECU on the list. operation for the main CM-40 ECU.
Page 127 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Identification of ECU connections by X35 console These ECUs are required Tanks #1-4 Apollo CM-40 1 based on the factory proﬁle Tanks #5-6 Apollo CM-40 2 selected. They will be listed and will need to be detected...
Page 128: Add New Ecus
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.4.3 Add New ECUs 5. When done select the "yes" button (green check mark) to finish and return to the Add/ To add a new ECU, select Implement/ECU/Manage Replace ECU main screen. and then select the "ADD NEW ECUs" button, 6.
Page 129: Geometry
Figure 6.42 configuration of your machine. 1. Boom for Guidance - this setting is designed for Topcon Auto Steer Control and will let you Full Width Boom select what boom should be used for guidance. Seed Boom a.
Page 130 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor Refer to Figure 6.43 & 6.44. B. Overlap - indicates the width of the overlap between two adjacent swathes. It is mostly A. Swath Width - sets the working width of the used for auto steer and guidance.
Page 131 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup D. Implement Wheels Offset - defines the F. Trailer Wheels Offset (used for Leading Air distance from pivot point of the drill to front Seeders ONLY) - is the distance from the air row of openers. Enter: seeder tires to rear hitch pin.
Page 132: Section Control
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor Section Control Note 6.6.1 Section Setup The Section Control Icon only appears if the Enter the number of sections and width of each implement was setup with Section Control multi-section boom. (Section Control and Rate Control was selected Note for Implement control setting, factory proﬁle...
Page 133 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Important 3. The width and number of nozzles for each section can be entered individually by selecting The total width should match for all booms unless the "Width" button and the "Nozzles" button you have a unique implement setup.
Page 134 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor b. Select the "Width" button for "All". c. Select the "Nozzles" button for "All". A keypad will appear and will have A keypad will appear. an additional button that shows the Enter the value and confirm by currently used units.
Page 135: Timing
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.6.2 Timing This will set the times for product to get from the section control valves to the openers. Important 1. The first tab will allow you to set if each boom will have custom settings or you can Accurate times are critical to the proper function copy settings from a specified boom.
Page 136 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 2. Select a boom from the tabs on the left side, The On/Off time can be set for several or all of the name of that boom will be shown in the the sections at once (ex. Pick 2 inner sections and title bar.
Page 137: Confirming Timing Settings In Field
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.6.2.1 Conﬁrming Timing Settings in Field 3. Check the product on the ground from the angled pass. This will verify that the seed and After first doing a stationary test to determine fertilizer booms place product with the desired...
Page 138: Section Timing Adjustments
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.6.2.1.3 Section Timing Adjustments 6.53. For adjusting ON 1. Refer to Figure TIMES: a. If product is not turning on quickly enough (ie. you have a gap) as you exit coverage START OF PASS (Turning On) (ie.
Page 139: Section Switch
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.6.3 Section Switch In this section, you can enable and configure a virtual section keypad, that allows manual override control of the sections for each boom. If left disabled the sections will always stay on, unless the ASC shuts them off corresponding to the coverage map.
Page 140: Seeder
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor Seeder 6.7.1 Granular Setup 4. OFF time To Ground (Full width configuration) - is a time from when the 6.7.1.1 Granular Tank Setup meter stops turning, until product stops flowing at the shortest run (main frame opener).
Page 141 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6. Preload time - this setting is only effective c. It is not necessary to enter a preload time for the series with hydraulic drive. This is the to check runs. time that the meters will run when the master...
Page 142: Individual Tank Setup
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.1.1.2 Individual Tank Setup 4. Section Control (Granular ASC units) - these settings appear only if granular section control To access the individual tank setup, select the is enabled in the profile. numbered tab that corresponds to the tank that you would like to change settings for.
Page 143 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Sectional Boom: 5. On Time to SC location - should be the time from when meter starts until product is at the section valve. 6. Off Time to SC location - should be the time from when meter stops turning until product stops flowing through the section valve.
Page 144: Tank Grouping
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor IMPORTANT 6.7.1.2 Tank Grouping Remember that selecting a tank grouping only Depending on how the implement profile was sets the monitor up that way and the interconnect created, using the Bourgault factory profiles or if it...
Page 145 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Refer to Figure 6.64. 4. Select the tank that you would like to add, to Important another tank (combine them using interconnect covers). Only tanks that have interconnect covers between them can be combined. Do not create a.
Page 146: Drive Setup
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.1.3 Drive Setup a. Drive Type - select the drive type that is used on your air seeder: This section is used to configure settings related 7000/8000/9000 Series - to the metering drive for each tank, that has a...
Page 147 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Important c. Minimum shaft RPM (7000/8000/9000 Series ONLY) - should be set at 10 rpm. These are the stamp identiﬁers found on the d. Maximum shaft RPM (7000/8000/9000 auger shaft. Series ONLY) - should be set at 1000 LO - LOW OUTPUT RIGHT HAND AUGER rpm.
Page 148: Control Setup
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.1.4 Control Setup Minimum / Maximum PWM are the limits of the PWM drive and are represented in the percentage Note of voltage drive to the coil. These settings are for 7000/8000/9000 Series 1. Minimum PWM - should be set to 15% air seeders with hydraulic drive metering augers 2.
Page 149: Pressure
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.1.5 Pressure c. Sensor Minimum Voltage - this is the minimum voltage value for the pressure Note sensor. These settings are for 7000/9000 Series air It should be set to 0.00 V. seeder tanks ONLY.
Page 150: Nh3/Liquid Setup
NH3/Liquid Setup 6.7.2.1.2 Individual Tank Setup Specific settings for an NH3/Liquid tank located in The X35 console has the capability to control and the tank number tab under Implement/Seeder/NH3/ monitor the air seeder tanks and an NH3 applicator Tank. Refer to Figure 6.72.
Page 151 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup This time can be left at 0 and the section control 4. Section Control - available selections are Full Width and NH3 or Liquid. timing can be set to account for the sequence timing. a. If using sectional control, select NH3...
Page 152: Flow Settings
,where the boom section getting the ﬁnal value to be entered into the X35 flow bypasses back to the tank, when the monitor. Check with the installer of your NH3 section valves close.
Page 153: Control Valve Settings
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.2.3 Control Valve Settings b. Regulator Valve - this valve uses a motor to open or close the valve depending on 1. Controller Type - these settings refer to the the flow requirements. operating characteristics of control valves Positive or negative power is applied for NH3 or liquid systems.
Page 154: Proportional Valve Settings
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.2.3.1 Proportional Valve Settings 3. Controller Response - this will adjust how fast the controller will respond to changes. 1. Flow Meter Sampling - the default setting is "Standard". a. The default is set to "Fastest".
Page 155: Regulator Valve Settings
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.2.3.2 Regulator Valve Settings 5. Controller Mode - this is the controller model selection. 1. Flow Meter Sampling - the default setting is "Standard". a. For liquid systems, most use the "Standard" model that is a 12V Spraying a.
Page 156: Pressure Settings
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.2.4 Pressure Settings 9. PWM Setting - is the Pulse Width Modulation. Pressure sensor is selected if there is an electric a. Lowering this number reduces the voltage pressure sensor in the product line (not supported supplied to the valve, slowing it down.
Page 157: Fan Settings
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.3 Fan Settings 1. Fan Speed - enables or disables monitoring of the fan speed. This section allows changes to settings related to a. If you are not using one of the fans, the fan(s).
Page 158: Pump Settings
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.4 Pump Settings These settings appear only if configured with NH3/ Liquid. You can configure settings related to the liquid/NH3 system pumps. Systems can have up to 4 pumps. There is a tab for each pump.
Page 159: Drill Control
Lift Master Settings Only available for 3420 machines. This feature is used to control the lift/lower of the drill through the X35. It also creates a drill Important control boom that can be controlled by ASC to If Drill Control is enabled do not use the...
Page 160: Pack Master Settings
ECU on the drill to monitor the pressure the load cell installed on an opener. and gives the ability to adjust it through the X35. Also, it uses a load cell on one of the opener a. This is used to read the actual pack force packer wheels to read the actual pack force exerted exerted on the ground.
Page 161 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 9. Drive - select the ECU drive that the Pack Master is connected to. a. It will be Drive 1 on the last CM-40 on the list. Note These next four settings are generated from calibrating the pack force sensor in the Seeder Controller screen.
Page 162: Control Settings
If the physical pressure gauge is not matching the X35 then confirm that the sensor is 2. Minimum PWM - set to a minimum value stamped with the corresponding pressure range.
Page 163: Accessories
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.6 Accessories 2. Sensor types for these ECU’s depend on what they are controlling. These are preset from The accessories menu will allow you to set up the factory profiles so would only need to be features such as sensors, blockage monitoring modified for a custom profile.
Page 164: Blocked Head Monitor
Seeder Controller mini-view window and in the expanded This section configures settings related to the view, refer to Section 13.3 - X35 Blockage Blockage Monitor. Monitoring. 1. Blocked Head Monitor - select "Enabled" if blockage system installed, and "Disabled" if there is no blockage system installed.
Page 165 2. Blocked Head Sensor Type - select one: 3. Enabled Head System - enables monitoring for one of the following: a. Dickey-John - all Bourgault X35 systems use this style of sensors. a. Seed & Fertilizer; b. Standard - set for Topcon sensor.
Page 166 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 4. Number of Distribution Heads - enter the For example: SEED1 LOW (seed 1 number of secondary manifolds on the tillage left outer wing), SEED5 RMF (seed unit. 5 right main frame), FERT6 IRIW (fertilizer 6 inside right inner wing).
Page 167 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup c. Assign each sensor to the appropriate Head e. When setting up corresponding heads and to show up correctly represented on the sections, refer to Figure 6.88. monitor. This shows how the blockage sensors are wired from the factory d.
Page 168 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6 PORT PRIMARY Factory Proﬁle Custom Proﬁle Default Sensor Head Sec�on Sensor Head Sec�on Sensor 1 SEED1 SEED: 1 Sensor 41 Head 1 SEED: 1 Sensor 2 SEED2 SEED: 2 Sensor 42 Head 2 SEED: 2...
Page 169 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 10 PORT PRIMARY Factory Proﬁle Custom Proﬁle Default Sensor Head Sec�on Sensor Head Sec�on Sensor 1 SEED1 SEED: 1 Sensor 41 Head 1 SEED: 1 Sensor 2 SEED2 SEED: 2 Sensor 42 Head 2 SEED: 2...
Page 170: Granular Sections
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.6.3 Granular Sections 6.7.6.4 General Inputs This tab appears if configured with granular ASC This is an option that is related to other types of equipment and not used with Bourgault Air To access the granular section monitoring, setup Seeders.
Page 171: General Output
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.6.6 General Output 4. Treadlite Drive - this option is controlled by the same drive as the QDA so it will only This setting allows you to assign a relay output show up if the drive hasn’t already been set from one of the ECU drives.
Page 172: Brake Control
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor Note 6.7.6.8 Brake Control An alarm will trigger if the brake pressure remains This allows the settings related to brake control above this value for too long indicating the brakes and monitoring to be configured. Refer to...
Page 173: Weigh Scales
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.7 Weigh Scales 6.7.7.1 1. Detect New ECU’s - the scale link ECU’s This allows the optional weigh system to be need to be detected (one at a time in the right integrated into the console, to monitor actual order if there are more than one).
Page 174 Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 2. Scales column - this will show how many scale channels are being used on each scale link ECU. a. For the 7000 Series this will be set to 2. b. For the 9000 Series this will be set to 4 for the 1st scale link ECU.
Page 175: Scales
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.7.2 Scales 2. Setup Number - set the appropriate setup number for each scale channel. This tab allows you to configure the specific scale channels. There is a 2nd tab for the 2nd scale link a.
Page 176: Assignment
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.7.3 Assignment 2. Weight Remaining column - sets whether each tank will monitor the actual weight remaining The chart lists all the tanks and the scale channels if it has dedicated load cells. they are assigned to.
Page 177: Pressure Compensation
X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 6.7.7.4 Pressure Compensation a. Weigh Scale Pressure Compensation Value - this factor is applied to correct the There is a pressure sensor installed in the tanks measured weight remaining for the tank as with dedicated load cells. They are used to pressure is detected in the tank.
Page 178: Speed Source
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.8 Speed Source 1. Speed Source - allows user to select the speed source: a. GPS - select to use GPS signal for speed. b. Wheel Sensor - select to use the wheel sensor on the air seeder tank for speed.
Page 179 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup 2. Fall Back Type - this button is enabled only when Speed Source is set to GPS. a. In case the GPS signal is lost, to continue seeding, the system will automatically switch to use speed source set in the "Fallback Type".
Page 180: Audio
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.7.9 Audio Audio can be enabled for certain operations on the monitor to indicate the function. 1. Master Switch Audio - set to "Enabled" for an audio click when the master switch is turned on or off.
Page 181: Operator Inputs
Implement - use this selection if you want you want to control the master switch from the auto clutch switch on your drill to act the X35 console, as well as the in-cab as the master switch. keypad. Do not use if "Drill Control" is 2.
Page 182: Keypad
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor 6.8.2 Keypad 2. Identify Keypad - when selected, led lights on the keypad will flash green, yellow, red. Refer This menu option will allow you to: Figure 6.103. 1. Identify and assign the correct in-cab and tank a.
Page 183 X35 Monitor Air Seeder Setup Note 3. Assignable Buttons - the following buttons are able to be customized to perform various If track master is turned ON, then the drill position functions. Options for each button will depend will follow the master switch state.
Page 184: Tank Mounted (Calibration) Keypad
5. Tank Keys - allows you to select tank controls: Figure 6.103. a. Virtual - the X35 console only will be a. Select this button again to stop flashing. used to control the tank switches. 3. Assignable Buttons - the following buttons b.
Page 185: Keypad Led Status
They will run for the preset time if The X35 needs to be on the Seeder the button is tapped. Controller screen for this to work. If the button is held they will iii.
Page 186: Speed & Position
Air Seeder Setup X35 Monitor Speed & Position This listing sends vehicle speed and position information to the ISOBUS for performing rate control or other functions. Defaults settings are disabled, not used. 1. ISO Ground Speed - enabled or disabled 2.
Page 187: Product Setup
X35 Console Product Setup 7 Product Setup 7 Product Setup ..........................7.1 Product Menu ...........................7.2 Adding New Product .........................7.3 7.2.1 Adding a New Product Using a Manufacturer Template ..........7.5 7.2.2 Adding a Custom Product Without a Template ...............7.7 Modifying Product ........................7.9...
Page 188: Product Menu
Mixtures are only used for sprayer applications). in a tank are changed, the X35 console will ask to determine what rate settings (from the product The NH3 list has only one product (NH3) and list or from the tank) to use for the affected tanks.
Page 189: Adding New Product
X35 Console Product Setup Adding New Product Refer to Figure 7.??.To add a product to the 3. The "Show Calibration Factors" button will be granular/liquid products list: displayed only if the product list has products in it. 1. From the main setup menu, select Product/ Granular or Liquid (depending on the type of product being added).
Page 190 X35 Console 4. Refer to Figure 7.4. To see the calibration The X35 console will save and display calibration factor: factors for each implement and tank that product has been calibrated in, along with the flighting that a. First, select a product from the list on was entered for that tank.
Page 191: Adding A New Product Using A Manufacturer Template
X35 Console Product Setup 7.2.1 Adding a New Product Using a 3. Refer to Figure 7.6. The next screen will prompt you to select a product template. Manufacturer Template a. Using the arrows or scroll bar, find the 1. Select the "New Product ..." button. A new product you would like to add and select Product Setup Screen will appear.
Page 192 Product Setup X35 Console 4. Refer to Figure 7.7. If desired, you can 5. The product setup is complete and the next change the product name. screen will prompt you to save product settings or cancel it, refer to Figure 7.8.
Page 193: Adding A Custom Product Without A Template
X35 Console Product Setup 7.2.2 Adding a Custom Product 4. If you are adding granular product, the next screen will prompt you to enter a product Without a Template density this is not required for a liquid product. 1. Select the "New Product ..." button. A new a.
Page 194 Product Setup X35 Console 5. Refer to Figure 7.10. Enter the product rate increment and the product rate preset 1 & 2. a. Rate Increment - is used during operation to increase/decrease the requested rate by a preset value. b. Product Rate Preset 1 & 2 - are preset...
Page 195: Modifying Product
X35 Console Product Setup Modifying Product To adjust the product presets like density, rate increment and rate presets, select Product/Granular or Liquid from the main setup menu (this selection depends on the type of product you are using). Refer to Figure 7.14.
Page 196: Product Density
Product Setup X35 Console Product Density You can either measure product density, or refer to the product density chart in Appendix C of your air seeder tank operator's manual. To determine the density of the applied product fill the calibration pail full, level, and weigh (make sure to subtract pail weight or tare scale before weighing).
Page 197: General Operations
X35 Console General Operations 8 General Operations 8 General Operations .........................8.1 Selecting the Product ........................8.2 Filling the Tank ..........................8.5 Tank Optimizer ..........................8.8 Calibration - Granular Air Seeder Tank ...................8.12 8.4.1 Manual Entry of Calibration Factors ................8.13 8.4.2 Stationary Calibration ....................8.14 8.4.2.1...
Page 198: Selecting The Product
General Operations X35 Console Selecting the Product 1. In the Seeder Controller window (full screen mode), show the Tank that you would like to select the product for. Expand the panel for that tank. Refer to Figure 8.2. 2. Select the Product;...
Page 199 X35 Console General Operations b. To assign a product for the tank select the Product Name button (Item B, Figure 8.3) open product scroll list. Select the desired product, if it is not on the list select "new", refer to Figure 8.4.
Page 200 General Operations X35 Console Important The product density is used for the calculation of the theoretical tank capacity. It is very important to have the correct product density entered. For instructions to determine correct product density refer to Section 7.4 - Product Density.
Page 201: Filling The Tank
X35 Console General Operations Filling the Tank When the air seeder, NH3 or Liquid tanks are filled or refilled, the tank levels will not automatically reset to full. Once filling is complete: Enter 1. In the Seeder Controller window (full screen Weight mode);...
Page 202 General Operations X35 Console c. Fill Tank to Capacity 5. Tank Fill Wizard (Item H, Figure 8.6) (Item D, Figure 8.7) With the integrated weigh system the Tank Fill For tanks with just a calculated wizard will enter the added weight for each tank weight remaining this will fill them as it is filled.
Page 203 X35 Console General Operations Important The tank grouping image (shown in 8.9) will show the current Figure The auger should be positioned on the ground volume in each tank along with the while tanks are activated in the Tank Fill wizard so theoretical capacity of each tank.
Page 204: Tank Optimizer
General Operations X35 Console Tank Optimizer Note The X35 console provides a "Tank Optimizer" tool to determine the product allocation to minimize The 9000 Series does not have any filling requirements in the field. interconnected tanks so the tank optimizer will If there are tanks that you will not be putting not actual change any tank groupings.
Page 205 X35 Console General Operations 2. Select the button to start adding products to the table, a line for the first product will appear in the table, refer to Figure 8.14. Remove Entry Clear all products from the table Next Step Figure 8.14 - Adding Product Details...
Page 206 General Operations X35 Console 5. Refer to Figure 8.17. Assign tanks for this product. a. If you know the tank you will be putting this product in, select that tank from the scroll list. b. If Any Single Meter is selected, the optimizer will assign this product to one single tank.
Page 207 9. Once you find a configuration that will fit your needs, select the green check mark to accept it. The X35 console will ask if you would like to apply this configuration, refer to Figure 8.19.
Page 208: Calibration - Granular Air Seeder Tank
Calibration - Granular Air Seeder Tank Bourgault has done a lot of work to provide The X35 console allows the operator to manually factory calibration numbers for the majority of enter calibration factors for each tank if known, or common products with the optimum metering...
Page 209: Manual Entry Of Calibration Factors
X35 Console General Operations 8.4.1 Manual Entry of Calibration Factors On the configuration Panel select the Multi-Tank Calibration button (refer to 8.20) to bring Figure up the Calibration Method window, refer to Figure 8.21. 1. Select the Manual Entry button.
Page 210: Stationary Calibration
General Operations X35 Console 8.4.2 Stationary Calibration Important It is strongly recommended to recalibrate products Important every 500 acres or every time the product is changed. This will ensure you are using the most Stationary calibration mode automatically uses accurate calibration factor.
Page 211: 7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders
X35 Console General Operations 8.4.2.1 7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders 1. On the Calibration Method window, refer to select Automatic Calibration. Figure 8.25, a. The Granular calibration wizard will start up, refer to Figure 8.26. b. Select the yellow arrow to proceed to the next step.
Page 212 Hold the PRIME/RESET button until the green lights flashes. This will reset the pulses, accumulated auger shafts revolutions and expected weight to "0" in the X35 console, preparing for actual calibration. prime/reset Figure 8.29 - Keypad - Buttons Important It is very important to get a complete reset of...
Page 213 During the calibration, the auger shaft revolutions and expected weight will be accumulated on the X35 console for each meter, refer to Figure 8.30 - Performing Calibration 8.30 Figure Important Collect a minimum 20 lb (9 kg) sample for each metering auger being calibrated.
Page 214 General Operations X35 Console 8. When calibrating for the first time it is acceptable that the calibration factor(s) might be out +/- 20%. This will depend on the product density and other variations. You should save the calibration factors and recalibrate any tanks that are out by more than a.
Page 215: 6000 Series Air Seeders
X35 Console General Operations 8.4.2.2 6000 Series Air Seeders 1. On the Calibration Method window, refer Figure 8.34. a. Select Automatic Calibration. b. The granular calibration wizard will start. Refer to Figure 8.35. 2. On this screen there are two options that can be changed: a.
Page 216 General Operations X35 Console 3. Engage the hydraulic power to Fan 1 circuit. Refer to your for detailed Air Seeder manual, information on calibration. 4. Prime the metering augers (fill each metering auger with product). a. Go to the air seeder tank.
Page 217 During the calibration, the auger shaft revolutions and expected Figure 8.39 - Calibrating weight will be accumulated on the X35 console for each meter, refer to Figure 8.39. Important Collect a minimum 20 lb (9 kg) sample for each metering auger being calibrated.
Page 218 General Operations X35 Console 7. Turn the calibration valve OFF. 8. Weigh each sample and return to the cab to Use buttons in this column enter weights. to save calibration factors for an individual tank a. Touch the right yellow arrow to move to the next screen.
Page 219: Area Test
X35 Console General Operations 8.4.3 Area Test If the accuracy of the calibration factors are in question, this function can be used to verify the correct metering rate for each tank. 1. Select Area Test to start the wizard that will guide you through the test.
Page 220: Reset Weigh Scale Data
General Operations X35 Console 8.4.4 Reset Weigh Scale Data This feature appears when tanks with dedicated load cells are being monitored for actual application rate errors. This window can be used to reset the errors at any point. 1. If an error was found with any of the tanks and corrected then this error calculation can be reset.
Page 221: Calibration - Nh3 Tank
NOT in the units of PULSES PER LB. OF N. A conversion factor may need to be applied before getting the ﬁnal value to be entered into the X35 console. Check with the installer of your NH3 system to conﬁrm the calibration factor and units for your system.
Page 222: Calibration - Liquid Tank
General Operations X35 Console Calibration - Liquid Tank If the X35 system is being used to monitor and control a Liquid fertilizer applicator as part of the complete seeding system, the following procedure applies. 1. From the menu in the Seeder Controller window (full screen mode) select the Configuration icon.
Page 223 X35 Console General Operations Important b. If using a different flow meter, find the calibration factor on the flow meter body. It is recommended to perform a ﬂow calibration Ensure that the calibration factor to ensure accurate application rates as there are units match the selected volumetric many factors that can affect the accuracy.
Page 224: Flow Calibration
General Operations X35 Console 8.6.1 Flow Calibration mini-view open on liquid tank tab, as application rate is not displayed on the 1. To prepare, disconnect the outlet hose that is wizard window. connected to the distribution system on the b. Obtain a sample in the container.
Page 225: Wheel Sensor Calibration
Select the Wheel Sensor button to bring up Alternatively, the wheel factor can just be adjusted the Auto Speed Cal wizard window (button until the wheel speed in the X35 matches the appears ONLY when Speed Source or speed of a trusted source. For instance, GPS speed, Fallback Type is set to Wheel Sensor, refer tractor wheel speed, tractor radar speed, etc.
Page 226 General Operations X35 Console 2. Follow the instructions. 3. Move the vehicle to align a wheel magnet with the sensor. Refer to Figure 8.58. 4. Mark the ground alongside one of the tractor or seeder wheels. 5. Return to the cab, on the calibration wizard screen select yellow arrow to proceed to the next step.
Page 227 X35 Console General Operations IMPORTANT These are theoretical values and should be veriﬁed for accuracy as variations in tire size, inﬂation pressure, etc will cause differences. Note The 9000 Series is not equipped with a wheel speed sensor. 6000 Series Air Seeder...
Page 228 General Operations X35 Console IMPORTANT These are theoretical values and should be veriﬁed for accuracy as variations in tire size, inﬂation pressure, etc will cause differences. 7000 Series Air Seeder Theoretical Wheel Factor Model Tire Type ft/pulse m/pulse 900/60 R32 (Single) 0.235...
Page 229: Fan Settings
1. Once the fan speed is determined, engage the hydraulics to start the fan. 2. Adjust the hydraulics to obtain the desired fan speed referencing the display on the X35 console. Important Figure 8.65 - High Fan Speed Alarm...
Page 230: Checking Distribution Runs And Asc Valves
General Operations X35 Console Checking Distribution Runs and ASC Valves This quick, simple test should be performed after calibration, when starting a new field and/ or between fills. It should also be performed anytime there is a chance plugging may have occurred especially if you do not have a blockage monitoring system installed.
Page 231: 7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeder
1. Ensure the Air Seeder fan(s) are running. 2. From the menu in the Seeder Controller select 2. Units with ASC: Ensure the section switches Configuration. are ON, on the X35 console, refer to Figure a. In the Configuration panel select Multi- 8.68.
Page 232: Using Auto Section Control
ASC works with the guidance system, that is a standard feature on the X35 console and always enabled. To access ASC select the icon from the mini-view menu on the left side of the operators screen.
Page 233 X35 Console General Operations b. Set the Control Mode for each boom. Refer to Figure 8.70. Drag the slider from 0 to 100. Or select the button and enter a value from 0-100. 100 - will avoid misses/gaps. It will turn the boom/section ON before any part of it reaches uncovered area.
Page 234 General Operations X35 Console 2. Boundary Limit - this will set the boundary This button acts like a toggle switch for area that will be seeded. There are four and will allow the user to turn ON or choices: OFF the Auto Section control. With ASC turned OFF, all products will be applied as a.
Page 235: Virtual Section Switches
X35 Console General Operations 8.11 Virtual Section Switches For Virtual Section Switches setup refer to Section 6.6.3 - Sections Switch. When the virtual section switches are enabled they can be accessed for each multi-section boom from the operator's screen in several ways: 1.
Page 236 General Operations X35 Console 3. On the section state panel in the Seeder Controller window (expanded mode). a. Refer to Figure 8.75. b. When two or more granular and/or NH3/ Liquid booms are configured there will be a bar shown for each boom.
Page 237: Starting A New Field/Job
X35 Console Field / Job 9 Starting a New Field/Job 9 Starting a New Field/Job .........................9.1 Introduction ..........................9.2 Field Menu ..........................9.4 9.2.1 Selecting an Existing Field ....................9.4 9.2.2 Starting a New Field ......................9.5 9.2.3 Unload Field ........................9.5 9.2.4 Setting Flag Points ......................9.6 9.2.4.1...
Page 238: Introduction
Menu. a. Go to Setup. Important b. From the menu, select System/Features/ With a GPS signal detected ,the X35 console will Guidance. not allow product application without ﬁrst loading c. For Job Helper Mode, select Job Assist or a job (master switch will remain red).
Page 239 Figure 9.3. Quick Start Icon Job Assist Icon Figure 9.2 - Job Assist Figure 9.3 - Quick Start 4. The X35 console records and stores Client information about the client, farm, field and the jobs as shown in Figure 9.4.
Page 240: Field Menu
The field menu provides the tools to set client, farm, boundaries, flag points and exclusion zones. The X35 console will store information such as boundaries, obstacles, exclusion zones, guidelines under the field, so it is can be easily recalled for other jobs in the same field.
Page 241: Starting A New Field
X35 Console Field / Job 9.2.2 Starting a New Field Refer to Figure 9.5. 1. From the Job/Guidance Toolbar on the right side of the guidance screen select the Field icon and then select to open up the Add New Field window, refer to Figure 9.7.
Page 242: Setting Flag Points
Field / Job X35 Console 9.2.4 Setting Flag Points Flag points are used on the guidance map to indicate obstacles and noted items in the field. 1. Drive to item to be flagged. 2. Select the icon. 3. To flag the obstacle, choose a flag symbol to...
Page 243: Field Boundary
There are multiple ways to create a field boundary: Additional Front Offset - enter a value to further shift the recording 1. By recording a field boundary, using the X35 position forward. A negative value console. Refer to Section 9.2.5.1 - Recording will shift the recording position Boundary.
Page 244 Field / Job X35 Console 2. Position the vehicle at the start of the boundary. 3. Press the Record Field Boundary icon. 4. Drive the vehicle around the boundary of the field. a. The recorded boundary will be displayed as a blue line.
Page 245: Manipulating Field Boundaries
X35 Console Field / Job 9.2.5.2 Manipulating Field Boundaries After field boundaries are created they can be named and categorized as areas to apply product within or to exclude. They can also be enabled or disabled from year to year.
Page 246: Headland Options
Field / Job X35 Console 9.2.6 Headland Options Important Headland boundaries show up as an orange line on the guidance screen. A headland boundary will only be created if a ﬁeld boundary has ﬁrst been established. To set up the working headland follow the steps below.
Page 247 X35 Console Field / Job 7. Select Configure Action; 8. Confirm the Alarm and Zoom actions. a. This is used to set an alarm and zoom a. An orange headland will be displayed actions, (Item E, Figure 9.15). inside the boundary line.
Page 248: Clear Field Boundary
3. The scroll list will display shapefiles from the X35 internal memory. a. If importing from a USB device, make sure that the USB device is connected to the X35 console and then select the icon. Figure 9.19 - Selecting ShapeFile 9.12...
Page 249: Creating A Field Boundary From A Coverage Map
X35 Console Field / Job 9.2.9 Creating a Field Boundary from a Coverage Map 1. You are able to either load up an existing coverage map for the current field or apply new coverage. a. The Outside Swath needs to be complete to create a boundary around the outside of the field.
Page 250: Job Menu
Figure 9.22. c. Browse and select the Client, the Farm, the Field and the Job in X35 internal memory. d. Alternatively, you can access the Jobs stored on a USB device (if they were previously transferred onto the USB device).
Page 251: Creating A New Job
X35 Console Field / Job 9.3.2 Creating a New Job 1. To set up a new job: a. From the Job/Guidance Toolbar on the right side of the guidance screen select to open the Job Menu. b. Select the Create New Job icon.
Page 252: Configure Job Regions
Field / Job X35 Console 9.3.3 Conﬁgure Job Regions 2. Excluded Regions - pick groups of boundaries you would like to handle as Excluded Regions This section allows you to set how Categorized for the current job. Field Boundary Regions are handled for the a.
Page 253: Recording Job Information
X35 Console Field / Job 9.3.4 Recording Job Information The X35 console is capable of Recording Job Information such as weather conditions, soil type and conditions, product applied and rates, application method, etc. This information will be stored in the console's internal memory and can later be exported onto a USB thumbdrive.
Page 254: Exporting A Job Report
1. To export a Job Report to a USB thumbdrive, ensure that the USB device is connected to the X35 console (if not connected, the export function will be disabled). 2. To export a Job Report select from the 3.
Page 255: Clearing A Job
X35 Console Field / Job 9.3.6 Clearing a Job This action will remove any coverage information on the screen and delete the job data that has been recorded on the current job. It does not affect the field information or guidelines set for the field. It will clear the job area counters depending on the setting for resetting job area counters.
Page 256 X35 Console 2. Select a Prescription map. a. A Prescription map can be loaded from the X35 console or directly from a USB. b. To switch between the X35 internal memory and a USB device select c. When loading from a USB device,...
Page 257 X35 Console Field / Job 5. The next step completes the VRC Wizard and the Prescription Map is displayed on screen. Important Before starting to apply product, you need to switch the tank application mode from the default “auto” to “VRC” for each tank controlled by VRC.
Page 258 Field / Job X35 Console 9.22...
Page 259: Monitoring & Managing Files
X35 Console Monitoring & Managing Files 10 Monitoring & Managing Files 10 Monitoring & Managing Files ......................10.1 10.1 Viewing Information on the Dashboard ...................10.2 10.1.1 Conﬁguring the Dashboard ...................10.2 10.1.2 Dashboard Items ......................10.3 10.2 Alarm Window .........................10.7 10.3 Viewing Job Information ......................10.8 10.4 GPS Details (Mini-View Window) ...................10.9...
Page 260: Viewing Information On The Dashboard
Monitoring & Managing Files X35 Console 10.1 Viewing Information on the Dashboard 10.1.1 Conﬁguring the Dashboard b. Confirm the new Dashboard display. c. Selected panels will appear on the The Dashboard is located at the bottom of the dashboard. Operational Screen. It can be customized to display desired information.
Page 261: Dashboard Items
X35 Console Monitoring & Managing Files 10.1.2 Dashboard Items Refer to Figure 10.2. This figure shows an example of the Dashboard with the Fan and all of the tanks selected for display from the Customize Dashboard menu. Note Only the enabled tanks will be available for selection on the Customize Dashboard menu.
Page 262 Monitoring & Managing Files X35 Console 4. Tank (Liquid/NH3) (D) - displays data related to the Liquid/NH3 tank, the number of the tank shown on the icon. a. This panel can be customized to display up to three parameters, refer to Figure 10.4.
Page 263 X35 Console Monitoring & Managing Files To display GPS information select GPS from the Customize Dashboard menu, refer to Figure 10.6. 6. GPS (E) - displays information related to the GPS. This view can be customized to display up to three parameters: a.
Page 264 Monitoring & Managing Files X35 Console Refer to Figure 10.9. This figure shows an example of the Dashboard with Speed, Heading, Cross Track Error and Swath selected for display from the Customize Dashboard menu. Speed, Heading, Cross Track Error or Swath panels can be customized to display up to three items, when selected.
Page 265: Alarm Window
X35 Console Monitoring & Managing Files 10.2 Alarm Window This alarm window will appear anytime there is an 2. If there are multiple alarms present, they will alarm triggered. Refer to all show in a list below the current alarm.
Page 266: Viewing Job Information
Monitoring & Managing Files X35 Console 10.3 Viewing Job Information From the Mini-View Menu (left side of the operational screen) select the icon to open the Job Information mini-view window. This window has five tabs that will display information related to the current job.
Page 267: Gps Details (Mini-View Window)
X35 Console Monitoring & Managing Files 10.4 GPS Details (Mini-View Window) Select the button to open the GPS Information Mini-View window. There are three tabs available to view information: 1. GPS Position (Figure 10.14) - this tab displays the Latitude and Longitude (positioning of...
Page 268: Viewing Diagnostics
For more information refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide and Trouble Codes table in your Topcon X35 Guidance and Auto Steering manual. Figure 10.18 - Console Diagnostics b. Many common errors can be corrected.
Page 269: System Information
X35 Console Monitoring & Managing Files 10.6 System information Select the icon to open the About mini-view window. Refer to Figure 10.21. The About window displays date, time, and the Maximize current version of the software. Arrow 1. Selecting the Maximize Arrow (top right corner) will expand mini-view window into main viewing area.
Page 270: Inventory Manager
All information, such as Vehicle and Implement Profiles, Products, Clients, Farms, Fields, Jobs etc., are saved in files and stored in the internal memory of X35 console. The Inventory Manager will allow the user to view the file system, make changes and export files to a USB or import from a USB.
Page 271 4. (D) - this will delete the selected file(s). 1. (F) - switches between X35 internal memory 5. (E) - if browsing a file in the X35 internal and the connected USB device. memory, clicking here will export a selected file(s) onto a USB.
Page 272 On or After - search earliest date b. When the System 150 Files transfer mode job was created. is active, the background will display green and files from earlier Topcon systems can On or Before - search latest date job be transferred. was created.
Page 273: Wiring Schematics
X35 Console Wiring Schematics 11 Wiring Schematics 11 Wiring Schematics .........................11.1 11.1 In-Cab Components ........................11.2 11.2 Components on the Air Seeder Tank and Implement .............11.3 11.2.1 Trailing 6000 Series Air Seeders ..................11.3 11.2.2 Leading 6000 Series Air Seeders .................11.4 11.2.3 Trailing 7000/8000/900 Series Air Seeders ..............11.5...
Page 274: In-Cab Components
                          X35_2016_InCab_Components_ISOBUS_Tractor_B.SKF Figure 11.1 - X35 SRC - In-Cab Components with Simpliﬁed ISOBUS Harness 11.2...
Page 275: Components On The Air Seeder Tank And Implement
X35 Console Wiring Schematics 11.2 Components on the Air Seeder Tank and Implement 11.2.1 Trailing 6000 Series Air Seeders 11.3...
Page 276: Leading 6000 Series Air Seeders
Wiring Schematics X35 Console 11.2.2 Leading 6000 Series Air Seeders 11.4...
Page 277: Trailing 7000/8000/900 Series Air Seeders
X35 Console Wiring Schematics 11.2.3 Trailing 7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders 11.5...
Page 278: Leading 7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders
Wiring Schematics X35 Console 11.2.4 Leading 7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders 11.6...
Page 279: Nh3/Liquid - Non Bourgault Systems With 6000/7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders
X35 Console Wiring Schematics 11.2.5 NH3/Liquid - Non Bourgault Systems with 6000/7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders 11.7...
Page 280: Nh3/Liquid - Raven System - No Asc With 6000/7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders
Wiring Schematics X35 Console 11.2.6 NH3/Liquid - Raven System - No ASC with 6000/7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders 11.8...
Page 281: Liquid - Bourgault Lfc With 6000/7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders
X35 Console Wiring Schematics 11.2.7 Liquid - Bourgault LFC with 6000/7000/8000/9000 Series Air Seeders 11.9...
Page 282: Auto Section Control
Wiring Schematics X35 Console 11.2.8 Auto Section Control 11.10...
Page 283: Weigh System Wiring Schematic
X35 Console Wiring Schematics 11.2.9 Weigh System Wiring Schematic  11.2.9.1 Trailing 7000 Air Seeders                         ...
Page 284: Leading 7000 Air Seeders
Wiring Schematics X35 Console  11.2.9.2 Leading 7000 Air Seeders                              ...
Page 285: 9000 Series Air Seeders
X35 Console Wiring Schematics 11.2.9.2 9000 Series Air Seeders                               ...
Page 286 Wiring Schematics X35 Console 11.14...
Page 287: Troubleshooting
12.1 Start-Up ..........................12.2 12.2 Controls ..........................12.2 12.3 Operation ..........................12.3 12.3 Operation (Continued) ......................12.4 12.4 Alarms .............................12.5 12.5 Guidance ..........................12.6 12.6 Weigh System .........................12.6 For more troubleshooting tips and specific instructions go to www.Bourgault.com/Service & Support/Frequently asked questions/FAQ X35 monitor/controller 12.1...
Page 288: Troubleshooting
In-cab or tank mounted 6.8.2 - Keypad. keypad flashing. Not synchronized. Unplug keypad and reconnect. Brightness not No LEDs on keypad. Adjust brightness of X35 monitor. adjusted. Some LEDs are out on Not synchronized. Restart X35 console/tractor to reboot system. keypads. 12.2...
Page 289 X35 Console Troubleshooting 12.3 Operation SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Monitor performs Using large VRC map. Disable VRC map layer on the guidance screen. It slower than normal. will still control the rate to the VRC map, just will not display the prescription map on the screen. This will improve monitor performance.
Page 290: Start
Troubleshooting X35 Console 12.3 Operation (Continued) SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION No fan speed or too low. Engage Fans and ensure proper speed is set. No ground speed. Ensure speed is being picked up. No set rate. Enter a requested rate.
Page 291: Alarms
X35 Console Troubleshooting 12.4 Alarms SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Alarms not Check alarm settings. In Setup screen go to Incorrect alarm settings. activating. System/Alarms (refer to Section 4.5 - Alarms). Tank low alarm Displayed weight is activates but display theoretical based on 100%...
Page 292: Guidance
Refer to Section 6.7.7 & Section 13.5 and/or the Topcon Scale Link Operator’s Manual. Poor wiring or Check wiring and connections from each load connections. cell to the Scale Link ECU. Look for any loose connections, cuts or pinched/flat spots.
Page 293 13.2.2.1 Pack Master Calibration..................13.8 13.3 X35 Blockage Monitoring ......................13.11 13.3.1 Mounting the Components ..................13.12 13.3.2 Blockage Monitoring with X35 Console ..............13.14 13.4 Brake Control ........................13.16 13.5 Weigh System ........................13.17 13.5.1 Scale Link SL2140 in Universal Terminal ..............13.17 13.5.2 Remote Display SLC2810 (7000 Series) ..............13.20 13.5.3...
Page 294: Optional Equipment
Optional Equipment X35 Console 13.1 Implement Switch (Auto-Clutch) Feature The implement switch allows the air seeder to turn 1. If the in-cab keypad/virtual switches are on/off as the tillage implement is lowered/raised. enabled and the Auto Clutch Switch is enabled (refer to Section 6.8 - Operator Inputs...
Page 295: X35 Drill Controll
X35 Console Optional Equipment 13.2 X35 Drill Controll The X35 can be configured to control certain functions related to the openers on the drill. Note Refer to the opener control keypad assembly instructions for further details.    ...
Page 296: Lift Master Feature
The Lift Master feature allows the drill to be If the master is OFF, the drill will be lifted/lowered by the X35. Refer to Section 6.7.5.1 lifted. - Lift Master Settings for configuring settings.
Page 297: Pack Master Feature
This feature adds an extra CM-40 ECU to the drill to allow control of the opener pressure through the X35. It also uses a load cell on one of the opener 1. The increase/decrease buttons will...
Page 298 Optional Equipment X35 Console 6. Select the Lift Master button to lift or Green arrows with an orange lower the drill manually. Leave engaged for background: ASC to automatically raise/lower the drill. Means the Lift Master button is The background color and the color of the...
Page 299 X35 Console Optional Equipment 7. Turn the Pack Master button ON or OFF to engage or disengage the Pack Master pressure. When ON, the button will be green, when OFF it will be red. Note The main purpose of enabling Track Master is so...
Page 300 Optional Equipment X35 Console 13.2.2.1 Pack Master Calibration 2. In addition, the opener’s depth setting should match the number from the table shown in Before the Pack Master feature can accurately Figure 13.9. measure the amount of packing force being applied by the opener, the load sensing packer spindle must be calibrated.
Page 301 Auto (A) If the Drive Power doesn’t increase then button and then increase or decrease the something on the X35 is preventing Pack Master pressure. from engaging. 3. The Right Arrow will be greyed out at first to...
Page 302: Pack Master Calibration
Optional Equipment X35 Console Pack Master Calibration button Figure 13.10 - Pack Master Calibration Pack�Master�Calibration 3320�PHD 3320�XTC 3720�ICD 1000 1250 1500 1750 Hydraulic�Pressure�[PSI] � Figure 13.11 - Pack Master Calibration - Packing Force Chart 13.10...
Page 303: X35 Blockage Monitoring
X35 Console Optional Equipment 13.3 X35 Blockage Monitoring X35 single run blockage monitor packages are Direction of available for Bourgault tow-behind and leading Air product ﬂow Seeding systems. arrow The BH sensors (Figure 13.13) are sized for 1” hose or 1-1/4" hose. A 7/8” adapter (Figure 13.12) (4 per sensor) is used to adapt the 1"...
Page 304: Mounting The Components
Optional Equipment X35 Console 13.3.1 Mounting the Components 1. Mount the EM-24 ECU onto the main frame secondary manifold stand (location shown in 13.16), by attaching the mount plate to Figure the stand with the existing u-bolts. a. Mount the ECU onto the mount plate with the mount bolts provided.
Page 305 Refer to Section 6.7.6.2 - Blocked Head Monitor monitor. Section 13.3 - X35 Blockage Monitoring 3. Refer to Figures 13.16. Connect the ECU operating information of the Blockage Sensors. leads from the main trunk harness into the EM-24 ECU.
Page 306 Optional Equipment X35 Console 13.3.2 Blockage Monitoring with X35 3. During normal operation the Blockage System status can be checked in one of the following Console ways: The EM-24 ECU is installed on the secondary a. With the Seeder Controller mini-view manifold stand (on the rear left side of the unit) window.
Page 307 X35 Console Optional Equipment b. With the Section/Blockage status panel in 4. If a blockage occurs then an alarm will be Seeder Controller expanded view. Refer to displayed on the screen. Figure 13.18. 5. Obtain the list of plugged runs (refer to...
Page 308: Brake Control
Optional Equipment X35 Console 13.4 Brake Control Tow-behind units equipped with surge brakes will have the ability to monitor the brake pressure and will also have a switch on the console for disabling the brakes to allow reversing. Leading units equipped with electronically activated brakes will have the ability to monitor the brake pressure only.
Page 309: Weigh System
13.5 Weigh System 13.5.1 Scale Link SL2140 in Universal The Topcon Digi-Star weigh system is integrated into the X35 console through the Scale Link ECU. Terminal This allows for functions like automatic weight entry and monitoring live load cell weights.
Page 310 It has c. The number is available in the Scale dedicated load cells for each tank so will always Link but can be changed through the X35 have a known measured weight for each tank on settings, refer to Section 6.7.7.
Page 311 X35 Console Optional Equipment 7000 Series Air Seeders IMPERIAL (LBS) METRIC (KG) MODEL SET-UP# CAL# SET-UP# CAL# 71300 147150 62135 546070 28184 7950 147110 58843 546050 26691 7700 147110 58843 546050 26691 L7800/L7700 147090 41691 546040 18911 7550 147060 62667...
Page 312: Remote Display Slc2810 (7000 Series)
Optional Equipment X35 Console 13.5.2 Remote Display SLC2810 (7000 Series) The Remote Display SLC2810 will display the load cell weights and can also be used to configure the Scale Link. Refer Topcon Remote Display for configuring extra SLC2810 Operator’s Manual settings/functions.
Page 313: Dedicated Tank Load Cells
X35 Console Optional Equipment 13.5.3 Dedicated Tank Load Cells The tanks with dedicated load cells can be monitored to ensure correct product application rates based on the actual weight leaving the tank. 1. Calculated Weight Remaining (A) - is the...
Page 314: Xtend Feature
X35 Console 13.6 Xtend Feature The Xtend feature can be used to connect a smartphone or tablet to the X35 console to control certain functions. Xtend can be used to complete functions like the Calibration wizard and the Tank Fill wizard out at the tank through the connected device.
Page 315 X35 Console Optional Equipment 7. You will need to accept the user agreement on the device. a. Review and scroll to the bottom to select Accept, refer to Figure 13.28. 8. You will now be able to access/perform certain functions from the device through the Xtend app.
Page 316 Xtend app. e. If the X35 console is in the Settings menu you will get a Setup Active message and will not be able to control anything from the Xtend app.
Page 317: Cameras
There are up to two cameras used on the 9000 some display options. Series that are integrated into the X35 console. a. The camera icon allows you to select The camera feature allows you to view the camera which camera channel to view.
Page 318: I2I (M2M) Coverage Sharing
System/ Features/Implement tab in the settings page. It is only available in the 4.04 released Bourgault software for an X35 console. 2. The CL55 kit needs to be installed on each implement. Refer to for layout.
Page 319 X35 Console Optional Equipment Refer to Figure 13.35. LED’s: Red - Indicates that the CL55 has power. This will go out when switched power is turned off but the CL55 will stay powered on for up to a minute before shutting down. The CL55 has internal battery power to be able to be woken up for future diagnostic features.
Page 320 Optional Equipment X35 Console 6. The Shared Coverage and Remote Machines layers need to be highlighted on the Visible Map Layers list. Refer to Figure 13.36. a. Shared Coverage – will show the shared coverage of other connected implements on the map.
Page 321: Vehicle/Implement Icon
X35 Console Optional Equipment 13.8.2 Vehicle/Implement Icon 1. The vehicle/implement icon will show a connection status symbol for each remote machine. Refer to Figure 13.38. a. Connected – indicated by the regular wireless connection icon. Connected Not Connected b. Not connected - indicated with a Figure 13.38 - Vehicle / Implement Icon...
Page 322: Shared Coverage
Optional Equipment X35 Console Note c. Applying – this lists the product names that are being applied by the connected The console will keep the shared coverage saved implement. for the speciﬁc job that you are operating in, even If the product names are the same if the other implements leave that ﬁeld or shut...
Page 323: Index
Bourgault Products Index Index 3420: Sect. 3 pgs:2 Sect. 10 pgs:6, 8 Sect. 2 pgs:15 Sect. 4 pgs:6, 19 Sect. 13 pgs:30 Sect. 4 pgs:21 Sect. 5 pgs:7 Boundary Offset: Sect. 6 pgs:26, 61, 63-64, 73, Sect. 6 pgs:5-6, 15, 33-34, Sect.
Page 324 Index Bourgault Products Categorized Region: Sect. 6 pgs:18, 65 Sect. 9 pgs:9, 16 Dashboard: Sect. 13 pgs:11-14 Checking distribution runs: Section 07 Excluded Region: Section 06 Sect. 2 pgs:3, 8 Sect. 9 pgs:9 Sect. 6 pgs:39, 43 Sect. 10 pgs:1-6, 9 Exclusion zone: Sect.
Page 325 Bourgault Products Index Fluctuating Rpm | Fluctuating Home screen(s): Sect. 9 pgs:1, 18 Meter Rpm: Section 02 Sect. 10 pgs:13 Sect. 4 pgs:22 Sect. 2 pgs:1, 4, 21-22 Sect. 10 pgs:3 Sect. 3 pgs:7 Keypad: Section 01, 5 Geometry: I2I(M2M): Sect.
Page 326 Index Bourgault Products Product options: Map | Mapping: NH3: Sect. 3 pgs:3 Section 02, 6 Section 04, 6-7 Product selection: Sect. 1 pgs:2 Sect. 1 pgs:2, 7 Sect. 2 pgs:17 Sect. 2 pgs:1, 5, 9-11 Sect. 2 pgs:12-14, 17-19 Sect. 8 pgs:3 Sect.
Page 327 Bourgault Products Index Reset button: Sect. 13 pgs:2, 4-5, 13-18, Sect. 6 pgs:20, 23, 32 Sect. 3 pgs:10 21-22, 25 Sect. 7 pgs:3, 5, 7 Sect. 6 pgs:87 Sectional control: Sect. 8 pgs:25, 33 Sect. 8 pgs:16, 20 Section 01, 4, 6-7 Sect.
Page 328 Sect. 9 pgs:9 Trouble shooting: VRC (Variable rate control): Sect. 10 pgs:10 Section 06 Turning on: Sect. 1 pgs:2 X35 console: Section 01 Sect. 2 pgs:10, 16 Section 01, 8 Sect. 2 pgs:1-2 Sect. 3 pgs:2 Sect. 1 pgs:1-5, 7, 9 Sect.

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Topcon X35 Manual

1 System Components

2 Overview

3 Setup

4 System

5 Vehicle

6 Implement Setup

7 Product Setup

8 General Operations

9 Starting a New Field/Job

10 Monitoring & Managing Files

11 Wiring Schematics

12 Troubleshooting

13 Optional Equipment

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