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Page 1 PinPoint™ ENVELOP Spray Application Operator Manual 123000-210 Rev. A | Revised 09/2021 | ©2021 Capstan Ag Systems, Inc.
Page 2 Thank you for your business! At CapstanAG, our goal is to redefine the way people do their chemical application. Our PWM control systems have been setting the bar for maximum productivity for more than 20 years. Our focus on performance, support, and education have dramatically changed the landscape of agricultural chemical application.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Chapter 1: Safety...................7 Signal Words..........................7 Safety Signs..........................7 Pressurized Fluid Lines......................8 Personal Protective Equipment....................8 Battery Safety..........................8 Chemical Safety.......................... 8 Emergency Safety........................8 Chapter 2: Warranty................9 Limited Warranty......................... 9 Chapter 3: Introduction...............11 This Manual..........................11 System Identification......................... 11 Virtual Terminal Display......................12 How to Find the Software Version Information..............12 Chapter 4: Installation.................13...
Page 4 Contents Change the Boom and Nozzle Settings................ 27 Change the Pressure Settings..................28 Change the Flow Settings....................29 Change the Navigation Settings..................29 Initial VT System Setup Procedure..................31 System Dry Tests........................32 Boom Shutoff Dry Test....................32 Key Fob Boom Shutoff Dry Test................... 33 System Wet Tests........................34 Boom Shutoff Wet Test....................
Page 5 Contents Plunger Seal Inspection....................82 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting............... 85 Troubleshooting Charts......................85 Interchange the Components....................107 Coil Assembly Test......................... 107 Circuit Breaker........................108 Do a Check of the System Load Capacity................109 VCM Voltage Test........................110 Boom Shutoff Signal Test.......................111 Pressure Sensor Signal Test....................112 Power to the Pressure Sensor Input Test................
Page 7: Chapter 1: Safety
These labels and safety messages warn all personnel about hazardous chemicals or potentially unsafe chemical conditions that may exist while working around agricultural application equipment. CapstanAG add-on application systems for OEM and retrofit agricultural application equipment (booms and toolbars) may contain HCS pictographs and GHS safety labels and safety signal word messages.
Page 8: Pressurized Fluid Lines
Safety Pressurized Fluid Lines Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a torch near pressurized fluid lines or other flammable materials. Pressurized lines can accidentally burst when too much heat is present. Personal Protective Equipment Wear close-fitting clothing and the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) for the job. See the specific chemical manufacturer documentation or other information for correct PPE.
Page 9: Chapter 2: Warranty
The terms of this warranty do not in any way extend to any product which was not manufactured by us or one of our affiliates. While necessary maintenance or repairs on your CapstanAG product can be performed by any company, we recommend that you use only authorized CapstanAG dealers. Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repair voids this warranty.
Page 10 Warranty What is the period of coverage? We warrant to you that our products are free from defects in material and workmanship in normal use and service for a period of one year from date of purchase. How do you get service? Our obligation under this warranty shall be limited to the repairing or replacing at our option, the component which our inspection discloses to be defective, free of charge, return freight paid by us, provided you: (i) Notify us of defect within thirty (30) days of failure;...
Page 11: Chapter 3: Introduction
If you are not the original owner of this machine, it is in your interest to contact your local CapstanAG dealer to inform them of this unit's serial number. Providing this information will help CapstanAG notify you of any issues or product improvements.
Page 12: Virtual Terminal Display
The system must be installed and connected to the virtual terminal in the cab before you can find the CapstanAG icon on the display. Select the CapstanAG icon on your virtual terminal (VT) display. Note: Each VT display is different, and the system screens may be different from what is shown in this manual.
Page 13: Chapter 4: Installation
Installation Chapter 4: Installation Prepare for Installation and Setup CAUTION: Before installation, operation, or service to the system, read and understand the machine’s operator manual and the system operator manual. Chemical residue may be present on/in the OEM equipment. Use the correct personal protective equipment. Important: Before installation, make sure that all parts are included in the shipping boxes using the list of parts included in the order.
Page 14: Nozzle Types And Component Identification
Installation Nozzle Types and Component Identification 7-Watt—15 Series Coil Assembly Components Figure 4: Item Description Arag High Flow Arag Part Tee Jet Part Wilger Part Part Number Number Number Number 7-Watt Coil Assembly 116189-111 116189-111 116189-111 116189-111 Plunger Assembly 716009-114 716009-114 716009-114 716009-114...
Page 15: 12-Watt-24 Series Coil Assembly Components
Installation 12-Watt—24 Series Coil Assembly Components Figure 5: Item Description Arag High Flow Arag Part Tee Jet Part Wilger Part Part Number Number Number Number 12-Watt Coil 625147-011 625147-011 625147-011 625147-011 Assembly Plunger Assembly— 716009-114 716009-114 716009-114 716009-114 Standard Spring Plunger Assembly—...
Page 16: Assemble The Nozzle Valves
Installation Assemble the Nozzle Valves If necessary, remove the drip check valve and diaphragm cap from each nozzle body. Figure 6: Install the O-ring (1) onto the nozzle valve assembly (2). Install the nozzle valve assembly onto the nozzle body (3). Tighten the fly nut (4) until the coil housing does not spin.
Page 17: Move The Spray Tube Mount (Nozzle Valve Interference)
Installation Move the Spray Tube Mount (Nozzle Valve Interference) Figure 7: If a spray tube mount (1) prevents nozzle valve installation: Loosen the spray tube mount bolts (2). Slide the spray tube mount away from the nozzle valve assembly (3) until the nozzle valve assembly can be properly installed.
Page 18: Hub Identification
Installation Hub Identification Figure 8: Item Name Description LEDs Green—PWR: Power—On when there is key-switch power to the hub Red—HUB: Blinks when the main hub processor is running Yellow—COM: Blinks when the hub is communicating over CAN or Ethernet SECTION VALVES The Section Valve ports The VCM ports SERVO...
Page 19: Install The Vcms
Installation Install the VCMs Figure 9: Put each VCM (1) adjacent to the first nozzle on the associated boom section. The VCMs are tagged and marked for the appropriate boom sections. Make sure that each tagged VCM is installed on the correct boom section. Route the harness (2) along the booms.
Page 20: Install The Vcm Extension Harnesses
Installation Install the VCM Extension Harnesses Figure 10: Connect each extension harness (1) to the VCM (2). Route the extension harnesses along the boom to the Gateway hub at the center of the machine. Make sure that there is enough slack in the extension harnesses to raise and lower the booms and to avoid pinch points at the boom fold and pivot points.
Page 21: Install The Pressure Sensor (Optional)
Installation Install the Pressure Sensor (Optional) Figure 11: Remove the existing machine pressure sensor from the boom manifold. Install the tee fitting and other hardware with sealant tape. Install the new pressure sensor with sealant tape. Important: Do not over-tighten the pressure sensor when installing into plastic tee fittings. Install the existing machine pressure sensor with sealant tape.
Page 22: Install The Flowmeter Harness
Figure 12: Disconnect the machine flowmeter harness (1). Install the CapstanAG flowmeter harness (2) between the flowmeter and the existing harness. Route the CapstanAG flowmeter harness toward the hub. Connect the harness connector to the harness that goes to the PRESSURE/FLOW port on the hub.
Page 23: Install The Power Disconnect Breaker Kit (Optional)
Installation Install the Power Disconnect Breaker Kit (Optional) A power disconnect breaker kit is available for applications when unhooking the battery power cable is not desired. Figure 13: Disconnect the battery cables. Cut and strip the cables at the desired disconnect location. Crimp the spacer bushings (1) and terminals (2) onto each cable.
Page 24: Install The Circuit Breaker
Strip the insulation from each cut end of the wire. Crimp the provided ring terminals to the end of each cable. ™ Important: If the machine is so equipped, the CapstanAG system must be wired to the main power disconnect.
Page 25: Chapter 5: Initial System Setup
Go through each menu item to make sure that each setting is correct for your machine and operating conditions. ™ For machine specific settings, go to PinPoint III Envelop website at www.capstanag.com/ pinpoint-iii-envelop. For setting definitions, go to Initial Setup Settings Descriptions. ©...
Page 26: Vcm (Geometry) Setup Procedure
Initial System Setup VCM (Geometry) Setup Procedure > > The hub detects which VCM port each VCM connector is installed into. Figure 15: If there are two VCMs on one section, you can change their positions. A Swap VCMs icon will show at the top of the screen (1).
Page 27: Initial Setup Of System Settings
Change the Boom and Nozzle Settings > > Change any of the values as needed. ™ For machine specific settings, go to PinPoint III Envelop website at www.capstanag.com/ pinpoint-iii-envelop. For setting definitions, go to Boom/Nozzle Settings Menu Descriptions. > > Figure 16: On the Nozzle Setup screen, select the (1) to go to the right most nozzle.
Page 28: Change The Pressure Settings
Select each menu item go through each screen with additional menu items to make sure that each setting is correct for your machine and operating conditions. ™ For machine specific settings, go to PinPoint III Envelop website at www.capstanag.com/ pinpoint-iii-envelop. For setting definitions, go to Pressure Settings Menu Descriptions. ©...
Page 29: Change The Flow Settings
Select each menu item go through each screen with additional menu items to make sure that each setting is correct for your machine and operating conditions. ™ For machine specific settings, go to PinPoint III Envelop website at www.capstanag.com/ pinpoint-iii-envelop. For setting definitions, go to Flow Settings Menu Descriptions. Change the Navigation Settings Outside of the machine, use a tape measure to take and record these measurements: •...
Page 30 Initial System Setup Figure 19: Select the box (1) next to GPS Ahead Rear Axle (2). Enter the correct value. Select the box (3) next to GPS Right of Center (4). Enter the correct value. 10. Select the box (5) next to GPS Height From Ground (6). 11.
Page 31: Initial Vt System Setup Procedure
Select the box (3) next to Compass Calibration (4). Follow the prompts on the VT screen to complete the compass calibration. Initial VT System Setup Procedure See your specific VT manual(s) for system display setup information. Go to www.capstanag.com\pinpoint-iii-envelop for machine specific CapstanAG setup information. © ™...
Page 32: System Dry Tests
Initial System Setup System Dry Tests Do these procedures to make sure that the soft boom and nozzle valves are operating correctly. Boom Shutoff Dry Test Make sure that the engine is off and the key is on. Turn on the VT display at the rate controller. Figure 21: Select the box (1) below speed (2).
Page 33: Key Fob Boom Shutoff Dry Test
Select the box (3) next to Key Fob (4) until ON shows. Turn on all of the boom section switches and the master switch. Note: The CapstanAG Mobile App is available for iOS and Android and is in both stores. You can use the app as a key fob for this test procedure.
Page 34: System Wet Tests
Initial System Setup System Wet Tests Do these procedures to make sure that the soft boom and nozzle valves are operating correctly. Boom Shutoff Wet Test Fill the sprayer with approximately 400 gallons of water. Make sure that the VT display and rate controller are off. Start the machine engine and set to idle speed.
Page 35 Initial System Setup 16. Turn of boom section 1. The nozzle valves on boom section 1 should start to spray. 17. Repeat steps 16 and 18 for each boom section. 18. Make sure that each boom section operates in the correct order. Figure 25: 19.
Page 36: Key Fob Boom Shutoff Wet Test
Select the box (3) next to Key Fob (4) until ON shows. Turn on all of the boom section switches and the master switch. Note: The CapstanAG Mobile App is available for iOS and Android and is in both stores. You can use the app as a key fob for this test procedure.
Page 37: Chapter 6: Operation
Operation Chapter 6: Operation Main System Screen The main system screen is the main user interface for the control of the system. Figure 27: Callout Name Description Action Rate Actual application rate Select for additional rate information is shown Speed Actual speed is shown Select to change to test speed.
Page 38: Softkey Descriptions
Set up the VT display to operate. Go to the VT manual for more information. Once the VT display is set up and the CapstanAG system is shown on the display, select the desired profile from the bottom of the screen.
Page 39: Settings Menu Information
Operation Settings Menu Information Operator Menu Descriptions Counters Screen Line Line Title Number Description Hour Meter The hour meter shows the accumulated hours. The hour meter starts when at least one nozzle is on. Controller Area The controller area counter counts the area applied per section. Actual Area The actual area counter counts the area applied per nozzle.
Page 40 This shows the current language used by the software. Note: This setting is set by the virtual terminal (VT). See the VT manual for more information. However, if the language is not supported by CapstanAG, English is the default language.
Page 41: Boom/Nozzle Settings Menu Descriptions
PWM Maximum % This is the limit of the maximum nozzle duty cycle. Nozzle Pulse Frequency CapstanAG systems run at 10 pulses per second pulse frequency. CapstanAG does not recommend pulse frequencies slower than 10Hz in sprayer applications. Low Press Shutoff When enabled, this setting causes the solenoid valves to shut off, like diaphragm drip checks at this value.
Page 42: Pressure Settings Menu Descriptions
Line Title Number Description Valve If the system is not using nozzles that use the CapstanAG nozzle Diagnostics diagnostics properly, the nozzle diagnostics can be disabled here. CapstanAG uses this feature on demonstration units and development units where lights are substituted for valves or reset to Coil Only. Coil Only disables the plunger movement detection without disabling short or open data.
Page 43 Operation Pump Setup Line Line Title Number Description Pump Max. Speed The pump maximum speed is used on sprayers that are equipped with a pump speed sensor. When the pump speed limit is enabled, it will limit the maximum pump speed to the selected RPM.
Page 44 Operation Pump Setup Line Line Title Number Description Enable this feature if the system has boom section valves and a recirculation system. For all other systems, this feature is set to Disable. Sensor Setup Line Line Title Number Description Sensor 1 Minimum The minimum voltage for sensor 1 Sensor 1 Maximum The maximum voltage for sensor 1...
Page 45 Operation Control Tuning Line Line Title Number Description Gain K The system gain or Gain K scales all of the pressure gain values together. Most of the gain adjustments should be made to system gain. The higher the number, the more sensitive the control system.
Page 46: Flow Settings Menu Descriptions
Operation Flow Settings Menu Descriptions Flowmeter Setup Line Line Title Number Description Meter 1 Type Type of flowmeter used on your machine. Transparent The flow signal from the flowmeter will be used without any adjustment. Correction At flows above the minimum, the signal from the flowmeter is used, but adjusted with calculations for turn compensation and individual nozzle shutoff.
Page 47 Operation Flowmeter Setup Line Line Title Number Description The calibration value must match the tag on the flowmeter or a catch test. Meter 1 Error Limit The flowmeter error limit ranges from Disabled to 50%. Flow % higher than the chosen % will cause a fault message and an alarm.
Page 48 Operation Flowmeter Setup Line Line Title Number Description The flowmeter error limit ranges from Disabled to 50%. Flow % higher than the chosen % will cause a fault message and an alarm. Specific Gravity 2 Specific gravity refers to the density or weight per gallon as compared to water (Water = 8.35 lb./gal.).
Page 49: Maps Settings Menu Descriptions
Operation Control Tuning Line Line Title Number Description The Gain I or integral gain causes the control system to accelerate faster when the errors are greater. The higher the number, the more sensitive the control system. To stabilize an oscillating system, use a lower number. To speed up a sluggish system, use a higher number.
Page 50 Operation Vehicle Line Line Title Number Description Measure and record the distance from the hinge point to the rear axle. A positive number indicates that the boom is ahead of the rear axle. A negative number indicates the hinge point is behind the rear axle. Drawbar Pt.
Page 51 Operation ISO Look Ahead Line Line Title Number Description The time prior to entering a not applied area that a nozzle will turn on. OFF Look Ahead Time The time prior to entering an applied area that a nozzle will turn off. CapMod Overlap Line Line Title...
Page 52 Operation Line Line Title Number Description Measure and record the distance from the GPS to the center of the machine. GPS Height from Ground Measure and record the distance from GPS to the ground. GPS Used The type of GPS the machine and system are using. Compass Line Line Title...
Page 53: Nh3 Settings Menu Descriptions
Operation NH3 Settings Menu Descriptions NH3 Settings Screen Line Line Title Number Description Strainer Pressure This value is comparing the static inlet pressure to operating inlet pressure and if the pressure drops too much, a message will show. Min Outlet Pressure If the outlet pressure is below this value, a message will show.
Page 54 Boost One product is applied with two valves at each location. Dual Two products are applied. Master Switch Source None There is no master switch connected to the CapstanAG system. External The master switch is wired to the hub. On-Screen The master switch is shown on the VT display.
Page 55: Machine Specific Information
Operation Configuration Line Line Title Number Description Nozzle Spacing The default nozzle spacing is provided by the VCMs. This setting overrides any default set elsewhere. Factory Reset Resets the entire system to factory defaults Maximum TC Sections This settings limits the maximum number of Task Controller (TC) sections. The actual number of sections is automatically configured by the task controller and the system.
Page 56 Operation Machine Type VCM Orientation Left Right Move these nozzles to Boom #2: Boom Section #2 Left VCM SN: Nozzle Qty. Right VCM SN: Nozzle Qty. Move these nozzles to Boom #1: Move these nozzles to Boom #3: Boom Section #3 Left VCM SN: Nozzle Qty.
Page 57 Operation Machine Type VCM Orientation Left Right Right VCM SN: Nozzle Qty. Move these nozzles to Boom #8: Move these nozzles to Boom #10: Boom Section Left VCM SN: Nozzle Qty. Right VCM SN: Nozzle Qty. Move these nozzles to Boom #9: Move these nozzles to Boom #11: Boom Section Left VCM SN:...
Page 58: Boom/Nozzle Settings
Operation Machine Type VCM Orientation Left Right Move these nozzles to Boom #16 Boom Section Left VCM SN: Nozzle Qty. Right VCM SN: Nozzle Qty. Move these nozzles to Boom #15 Boom/Nozzle Settings From the Boom/Nozzle Settings screen, access this information: •...
Page 59: Pressure Settings
Operation Pressure Settings Pump Setup Line Line Title Actual Setting Number Servo Type Servo Minimum Servo Maximum Servo Man Speed Pump Seal Shutdown Pump Pulses/Rev Pump Max. Speed Rx Method Max Pressure Max Flow Default Recirculation Recirculation Valve Cycle Boom Valves Sensor Setup Line Line Title...
Page 60: Flowmeter Settings
Operation Control Tuning Line Line Title Actual Setting Number Gain K Gain P Gain I Gain D Deadband Run/Hold Delay Rate Sync Flowmeter Settings From the Flowmeter Settings screen, access this information: • Flowmeter Setup • Control Tuning Flowmeter Setup Line Number Line Title Actual Setting...
Page 61: Map Settings
Operation Control Tuning Line Number Line Title Actual Setting Gain D Deadband Nozzle PWM Cycle Time Map Settings The Maps Settings Menu is not used at this time. Navigation Settings Vehicle Line Number Line Title Actual Setting Machine Steering Boom Type Hinge Point Ahead of R.
Page 62: Nh3 Settings
Operation Overlap Line Number Line Title Actual Setting Boundary Dist. Fwd Boundary Dist. Bwd Overlap Rate Look Ahead Time Line Number Line Title Actual Setting GPS Ahead Read Axle GPS Right of Center GPS Height from Ground GPS Used Compass Line Number Line Title Actual Setting...
Page 63: Initial Setup Settings
Operation Initial Setup Settings Configuration Line Number Line Title Actual Setting Task Controller Mode Fluid Control Mode Product Mode Master Switch Source Boom Switch Source Aux Input Polarity VT Update Rate Display Smoothing Nozzle Spacing Factory Reset Maximum TC Sections Selected VT Selected TC Aux Boom Configuration...
Page 64: Nozzle Speed Ranges
Operation Nozzle Speed Ranges Metric Nozzle Speed Ranges Nozzle Spacing—38 cm © ™ 2021 Capstan Ag Systems, Inc. PinPoint III ENVELOP...
Page 68 Operation ™ Blended Pulse Droplet Classification Table—Metric © ™ 2021 Capstan Ag Systems, Inc. PinPoint III ENVELOP...
Page 70: Us Measurement Nozzle Speed Ranges
Operation US Measurement Nozzle Speed Ranges Nozzle Spacing—15 in © ™ 2021 Capstan Ag Systems, Inc. PinPoint III ENVELOP...
Page 74 Operation ™ Blended Pulse Droplet Classification Table—US Measurements © ™ 2021 Capstan Ag Systems, Inc. PinPoint III ENVELOP...
Page 77: Chapter 7: Maintenance
Winterize the system with RV antifreeze for winter storage. Proper winterizing of the machine with a CapstanAG system installed on it is essential. Make sure that the lines are completely full of antifreeze at 100% strength and that the nozzle valves are purged until 100% antifreeze is seen at all nozzle valves.
Page 78: Recommended Guidelines For Maintenance/Service
Maintenance Recommended Guidelines for Maintenance/Service When servicing a system, it is recommended to do these: • Do the baseline service checks and verify the original setup values in this manual. • Identify individual performance problems. Evaluate possible causes and corrections for performance issues.
Page 79: Nozzle Valves
Maintenance Nozzle Valves Plugged nozzle valves can be classified into two categories: • Plunger blockage • Plunger stuck Plunger blockage results when larger debris catches between the orifice and plunger seal. This is the smallest flow passage within the nozzle valve. Stuck plungers result when smaller debris collects around the barrel of the plunger and binds the plunger in place.
Page 80: Clean The Nozzle Valve(S)
Maintenance Clean the Nozzle Valve(s) Warning: Chemical residues may be present in the agricultural equipment. Always use proper personal equipment to avoid personal injury. Release pressure from the system before servicing. Clean the system before installation or service of the fittings, hoses, valves, or nozzles. Figure 28: Unscrew the fly nut (1) counter-clockwise to remove the nozzle valve assembly (2) from the nozzle body (3).
Page 81 Maintenance Figure 29: Use pliers around the valve body (1) to hold the assembly with the coil harness facing the ground. Rotate the coil (2) counter-clockwise to remove the coil from the valve body. Remove the plunger (3) from the coil. Inspect the O-ring (4) on the coil.
Page 82: Plunger Seal Inspection
Maintenance Plunger Seal Inspection Figure 30: After extended use, the plunger seal will wear a groove (1) where the seal impacts the hard orifice seat. Replace the plunger if worn or damaged. As the groove deepens, the pressure capacity of the valve will decrease until the pressure capacity interferes with the operating pressure of the system.
Page 83 Maintenance Figure 32: Make sure that the plunger seats are still smooth and not pitted. A plunger seat on a new valve body Examples of a worn plunger seat on a valve body © ™ 2021 Capstan Ag Systems, Inc. PinPoint III ENVELOP...
Page 85: Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
Internal FLASH The hub did not write Upload software to hub. Fault write Fault correctly to the FLASH Contact CapstanAG to repair or memory replace the hub. Fault 7: Memory EEPROM read The hub did not read If the system does not operate...
Page 86 Skipping the stopped port, install the harnesses to remaining ports in the same order. If all of the VCM ports are in use, contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Fault 11: Processor The main hub processor...
Page 87 Skipping the stopped port, install the harnesses to remaining ports in the same order. If all of the VCM ports are in use, contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Fault 15: Processor The main hub processor...
Page 88 Troubleshooting Fault Code Fault Cause Correction and Message Fault 27: No No CAN Lat/ After CAN GPS is selected Verify GPS source is transmitting CAN Lat/Lon Lon Message the system is not receiving Lat/Lon. Message CAN latitude and longitude Verify the GPS source and GPS Messages.
Page 89 No Ethernet Communications with the CapMod between the Ethernet port on the Communications hub and the CapMod Ethernet port. Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub or CapMod. Fault 38: Accelerometer Communication Contact CapstanAG to repair or Internal initialization problem with the Inertial replace the hub.
Page 90 Troubleshooting Fault Code Fault Cause Correction and Message Fault 41: Compass read Communication Contact CapstanAG to repair or Internal error problem with the Inertial replace the hub. Communication Measurement Unit in the Disable the compass and gyro on Fault hub.
Page 91 Do a check of the harnesses and CAN Failure drop 1 connections, repair or replace as necessary Internal hub problem Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Fault 61: Drop 2 CAN Failure on Damaged harness Do a check of the harnesses and...
Page 92 Do a check of the harnesses and CAN Failure drop 3 connections, repair or replace as necessary Internal hub problem Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Fault 63: Drop 4 CAN Failure on Damaged harness Do a check of the harnesses and...
Page 93 Short Circuit valve. Also do a check of pin 3 (blue wire) on harnesses of VCM drop 1. Internal hub problem Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Servo valve failure Repair or replace the servo valve Fault 77:...
Page 94 Short Circuit valve. Also do a check of pin 3 (blue wire) on harnesses of VCM drop 1. Internal hub problem Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Servo valve failure Repair or replace the servo valve Fault 79:...
Page 95 Short Circuit valve. Also do a check of pin 3 (blue wire) on harnesses of VCM drop 1. Internal hub problem Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Servo valve failure Repair or replace the servo valve Fault 84:...
Page 96 Section 6 Valve Open Circuit connections, repair or replace as Open Circuit necessary Internal hub problem Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Servo valve failure Repair or replace the servo valve Fault 90: Section 7 Valve Damaged harness...
Page 97 Troubleshooting Fault Code Fault Cause Correction and Message Fault 97: Section 6 Low If you are using sectional Do a check of the pressure Section 6 Low Pressure pressure sensors, this sensor, harnesses, and Pressure means the section is below connections, repair or replace as the minimum voltage for the necessary.
Page 98 Troubleshooting Fault Code Fault Cause Correction and Message Fault 106: Section 7 High If you are using sectional Do a check of the pressure Section 7 High Pressure pressure sensors, this sensor, harnesses, and Pressure means the section is above connections, repair or replace as the maximum voltage for necessary.
Page 99 System Memory The hub did not read the Cycle the power the system System Memory menu settings correctly Do the factory reset procedure from memory. Contact CapstanAG to repair or replace the hub. Fault 120: Pump Seal System pressure dropped Fill the tank and then restart the...
Page 100 Troubleshooting Fault Code Fault Cause Correction and Message Fault 125: Low Low Flow Rate This is used only for John Deere and is information only. Flow Rate Sync Sync Fault 126: Pump Speed On a system with a pump Fill the tank Pump Speed speed sensor, the system Reduce the pressure or flow...
Page 101 Troubleshooting Table 2: Valve Fault Codes Fault Code Fault Cause Correction and Message Fault 500: Valve Valve Lodged Debris in the valve Clean the valve Lodged Open Open Fault 501: Valve Valve Lodged Debris in the valve Clean the valve Lodged Closed Closed Fault 502: Coil...
Page 102 Troubleshooting Table 3: System Operation Errors Problem Cause Correction Under Tips are too small Find and install tips that are the correct size application Plugged tips Clean or replace the tips Plugged filter(s) Clean or replace the filter(s) Filter(s) not correctly installed Correctly install filter(s) Plugged, kinked, or collapsed Check all hoses and replace as needed...
Page 103 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Rate instability Low voltage to the rate Test the voltage and repair as needed controller Faulty flowmeter Repair or replace the flowmeter Faulty speed sensor reading Do a check of the radar and replace as needed Collapsed suction hose Replace the suction hose Inlet plugged...
Page 104 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Skips at the Overlap distance is set too Increase the overlap distance to at least 40 edges of a field inches Incorrect GPS antenna Do a check of the measurements to the GPS location antenna location The display overlap settings Set the look ahead time and overlap distance to are incorrect...
Page 105 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Error Under Electric Servo Valve pump Make sure that the electric Servo pump control is Application control is stuck operating correctly Continued PWM spool is stuck Change the rate to observe whether the rate change is slow, limited, or does not change at all. Replace as needed Worn pump Speed data error...
Page 106 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Error Rate Instability Check the rate controller Do a check of the valve type and change if calibration numbers necessary Do a check of the valve calibration. Refer to the rate controller information for the cal number for the specific valve type Worn or sticking Servo Do a check of the Servo valve and replace as...
Page 107: Interchange The Components
Troubleshooting Interchange the Components The system includes a number of multiple parts: • Nozzle Valves • Extension Harnesses • VCMs When troubleshooting failed components, it can be helpful to replace the failed part with a working part at another location. If the problem follows the failed part to the new location, repair or replace the failed part.
Page 108: Circuit Breaker
Troubleshooting Circuit Breaker Figure 33: The circuit breaker has a manual trip button (1) and a manual reset lever (2). A tripped circuit breaker is an indicator of a short or overload condition. Do not reset the circuit breaker without looking into the cause of the tripped circuit breaker. Note: The circuit breaker is usually located near the battery or in the battery compartment.
Page 109: Do A Check Of The System Load Capacity
Troubleshooting Do a Check of the System Load Capacity Start the engine of the machine. Turn on all the boom sections. Turn on all of the electrical loads, including the air conditioning, foam marker monitors, etc. See what the voltage readout on the correct settings screen on the display. The nozzle valves operate best at 12 VDC or higher.
Page 110: Vcm Voltage Test
Troubleshooting VCM Voltage Test Figure 34: Disconnect the VCM extension harness (6-pin Deutsch connector) at each boom section VCM. • With the engine of the machine running, use a voltmeter to observe that there is a 13.5 VDC between pin 1 and pin 2. •...
Page 111: Boom Shutoff Signal Test
Troubleshooting Boom Shutoff Signal Test Figure 35: Disconnect the VCM extension harness (6-pin Deutsch connector) from the VCM. Turn on the boom section shutoff switch for the VCM being tested. • With the engine of the machine running, use a voltmeter to observe that there is a 13.5 VDC between pin 2 and pin 3.
Page 112: Pressure Sensor Signal Test
Troubleshooting Pressure Sensor Signal Test Figure 36: Disconnect the pressure sensor (1) from the pressure sensor harness (2). Connect one end of the pressure sensor breakout harness diagnostic tool (3) into the pressure sensor shroud connector. Connect the other end into the pressure sensor harness tower connector. With the engine running and the system is turned on, use the rate controller to establish 50 psi on the pressure gauge.
Page 113: Power To The Pressure Sensor Input Test
Troubleshooting Power to the Pressure Sensor Input Test Figure 37: Disconnect the pressure sensor (1) from the pressure sensor harness (2). Connect one end of the pressure sensor breakout harness diagnostic tool (3) into the pressure sensor shroud connector. Connect the other end into the pressure sensor harness tower connector. Use a voltmeter to observe that there is 13.5 VDC between the red and black wire on the pressure sensor breakout harness with the engine running or 12.0 VDC without the engine running.
Page 114: Technical Bulletin
Spray Skips from Poor Pulse Blending ™ Over the years, CapstanAG field engineers have received many questions about Blended Pulse spraying and its potential for causing skips in the field. In rare instances, skipping has been documented in the field. This technical bulletin is intended to explain pulse blending, and the techniques used to provide optimum spray coverage and to prevent skipping.
Page 115 ™ Always apply Blended Pulse broadcast sprays using a 19 Hz or greater pulse frequency. The CapstanAG master module and display allow the pulse frequency to be reduced for non-sprayer applications, when uniform coverage is not required. © ™...
Page 117: Chapter 9: Schematics
Schematics Chapter 9: Schematics VCM Connector Pinout Figure 40: Description Wire Color Description Wire Number Number Color Power CAN High Yellow Ground Black CAN Low Green Boom Switch Signal Blue Key Switched Power Brown © ™ 2021 Capstan Ag Systems, Inc. PinPoint III ENVELOP...
Page 118: Hub Connector Pin Identification
Schematics Hub Connector Pin Identification Figure 41: Table 5: SERVO Port (1) Description Description Number Number Servo In DEC Servo 2 Out Ground (-) Servo Out INC Servo Out DEC Servo 2 Out Power (+) Servo In INC Table 6: PRESSURE/FLOW Port (2) Description Description Number...
Page 119 Schematics Table 7: ISO CAN/GPS Port (3) Description Description Number Number ISO CAN High Pressure Power ISO CAN Low Analog In Key Switched Power Digital In 2 RS232 TX Digital In 1 RS232 RX Ground Ground Boom Master Switch In Table 8: BOOM SWITCH Port (4) Description Description...
Page 120 Schematics Section Valve 3 Description Description Number Number Section 3 Signal Section Pressure Ground Section Ground Section Power Section 11 Signal Section Valve 4 Description Description Number Number Section 4 Signal Section Pressure Ground Section Ground Section Power Section 12 Signal Section Valve 5 Description Description...
Page 121 Schematics Section Valve 8 Description Description Number Number Section 8 Signal Section Pressure Ground Section Ground Section Power Section 16 Signal Table 10: VCM Ports (6) Description Description Number Number Power CAN Hi Ground CAN Low Section Signal Out Key Switch ©...
Page 125: Index
Index Index Assembly Factory Reset Procedure Nozzle Valves Flow Settings Flow Settings Menu Descriptions Flowmeter Harness Installation Flowmeter Settings Baseline Evaluation Process Battery Harness Installation Battery Safety Boom and Nozzle Settings How to Find the Software Version Information Boom Shutoff Dry Test Hub Identification Boom Shutoff Signal Test Hub Installation...
Page 126 Index Main System Screen System Wet Test Map Settings Maps Settings Menu Descriptions Metric Nozzle Speed Ranges Nozzle Spacing - 38 cm This Manual Nozzle Spacing - 50 cm Tip Selection and Capacities Move the Spray Tube Mount Troubleshooting Charts Navigation Settings US Measurements Nozzle Speed Ranges NH3 Settings...
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CapstanAG PinPoint III ENVELOP Operator's Manual

Chapter 1: Safety

Chapter 2: Warranty

Chapter 3: Introduction

Chapter 4: Installation

Chapter 5: Initial System Setup

Chapter 6: Operation

Chapter 7: Maintenance

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

Chapter 9: Schematics

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