Summary of Contents for Precision AgGuideV6
- Page 1 GPS GUIDANCE AUTOSTEER LAND LEVELLING SPRAYING VARIABLE RATE CONTROL Operation Manual...
- Page 2 Important Safety Information. Please read before continuing. Improper operation, maintenance and repair of this product can be dangerous and could result in injury or death. This manual is to be an additional guide that details the safe use instructions for the appropriate equipment fitted to this vehicle by Farmscan Ag and/or one of its dealers and is to be used in conjunction with the OEM operation manual supplied with the vehicle.
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Page 3: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Throughout this manual the following symbols will be used to convey important information to the user. Critical Safety Information. This symbol will be used critical information when failure to follow the instructions may cause injury or death. Important Information. This symbol will be used when failure to follow the instructions may result in unexpected system behaviour or impact system performance. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ..........................3 INTRODUCTION ............................... 9 AgGuide V6 Options ................................9 GPS Guidance ..................................9 Auto-steer or FlexiSteer™ ..............................9 Spray Control ..................................9 Variable Rate Control ................................9 Implement Steering ................................9 LevelGuide ..................................9 Other Information ................................ - Page 5 System Requirements ................................ 21 AgGuide Welcome Screen ..............................22 AgGuide Main Screen ................................. 23 Information Display Panel ..............................23 Guidance Display ................................24 Main Menu ..................................24 View Menu ..................................25 Record Menu ..................................27 Maps Menu ..................................27 GPS Comms Menu ................................28 Vehicle Menu..................................
- Page 6 Selecting the Recording Point ............................45 Selecting the Boundary Type ............................45 Selecting Headland Line Recording Mode ........................45 Recording Field Boundary ..............................46 Headland Passes ................................. 47 Overview ................................... 47 Headland Recording Menu ............................... 48 Headland Recording Example ............................49 Opening the Headland Recording Menu ...........................
- Page 7 Displaying Job Statistics ..............................67 WORKING WITH PLANS ..........................67 Overview ....................................72 Prescription Map ................................. 72 Adding Prescription Map ..............................72 Edit Prescription Map ................................ 72 Using Prescription Map with Implement… ........................72 Level Guide Control Plans ..............................72 GPS CONFIGURATION ..........................
- Page 8 AGCO/Fendt Vario ................................74 CLAAS Lexion 770 ................................74 CNH/ Austoft Tracked Hydraulic............................74 LEVEL GUIDE ..............................74 AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 8...
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Page 9: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of AgGuide V6. This manual covers the use of the for visual guidance, steering assist, spray control, GPS controlled land levelling or combinations of two or more of these options. This manual and AgGuide application software can be used in conjunction with Farmscan Ag hydraulic steering kits and GPS systems of varying accuracies. -
Page 10: Gps Overview
GPS OVERVIEW GPS (Global Position System) is a generic term used to refer to a system that uses satellite constellations that circle the earth to obtain a position on, or close to the earth’s surface. This manual is not meant to provide a comprehensive description of the operation of GPS systems, however a basic understanding will enable the user of the AgGuide V6 system to better understand and operate the system. -
Page 11: Correction Using Satellite Or Long Distance Land Based Stations
Your supplier based on your requirements will make your selection of correction signal, however the following may assist in understanding your system further. Correction using Satellite or long distance land based stations These signals are sometimes available free of charge such as those provided in coastal Australia (sometimes called Marine Beacon signal), however traditionally in agricultural areas, it is necessary to subscribe to a commercial alternative requiring an annual subscription such as the OmniSTAR system or Terrastar. -
Page 12: Base Stations (Local)
Base Stations (local) There are two types of base station - fixed and mobile. A fixed base station is typically located in a high position such as a shed roof or property pole that has access to mains power. The base station GPS and base radio together with GPS antenna, radio aerial and cabling are housed in a heavy duty case. -
Page 13: Base Stations (Mobile)
Base Stations (mobile) Contractors generally prefer a mobile base station as it allows them the freedom to move the base station from farm to farm. The GPS antenna can be attached preferably to a tripod but a post or star-picket can be used as long as the GPS antenna is suitably secured. -
Page 14: Community Base Stations
Community Base Stations Community base stations are collaborative fixed GPS base stations that are accessed by a group of farmers that work their properties in the same area. They are typically set up by a co-operative of private farmers to maximize GPS coverage and minimize cost. - Page 15 Station Tractor including Rover GPS powered by AgGuideV6 Satellites send GPS data that is received simultaneously by both the GPS in the vehicle and the GPS in the base station. As the base station is fixed and has been given an accurate or calculated ‘fix’, the calculated variation (correction) from this position is transmitted via radio to the vehicle GPS which then calculates the corrected position of the vehicle.
- Page 16 Base Station The GPS base station provides the correction signal (see GPS Correction Signals above) to the GPS receiver in the vehicle. Tractor GPS (Rover) The Rover GPS receives the corrected signal information from the GPS Base Station via the base radio as shown in the diagram on the next page.
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Page 17: Components Of The System
Its prime job is to define accurately to the AgGuideV6 system, exactly where the wheels or articulation point of the vehicle is at any time. This feedback is critical to the effective operation of the system and periodic checks should be made to ensure it’s correct calibration. -
Page 18: Sd Module
SD Module The SD module provides the interface that enables the brains of the AgGuide system (PC and AgGuide software) to talk effectively with the remote components on the vehicle. These components, such as Wheel Angle Sensor, Navigation Module (not fitted to all vehicles) provide information to the PC or others such as Hydraulic Control valves, accept control decisions from the PC via the SD module. -
Page 19: Quick Reference Guide
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE The following provides a quick reference for common tasks for operators who are familiar with AgGuide. Selecting a Vehicle Selecting an Implement Selecting a Job Selecting Fields Fields can be filtered by Client and Farm selection on the Fields tab menu. -
Page 20: Recording Runlines
Recording Runlines Adaptive and Pivot Runlines Auto Steering When the line is not able to be engaged due to speed or approach angle Select Runline. the Auotsteer button will be red and Autosteer cannot be activated. Runline will be displayed on Screen. When the system is The Green line indicates Ready To Engage (RTE) -
Page 21: Ag Guide Software
Required Rig Guide Auto Steer required the installation of hardware or steering kit depending on the vehicle. Refer to Precision Technology dealer for further information. For implement steering and GPS land levelling applications Vehicle and implement bust be fitted with required hardware. -
Page 22: Agguide Welcome Screen
AgGuide Welcome Screen The following screen is displayed when the AgGuide application is launched: To view the terms and conditions of use select the “View Terms” button. This will display a new window with the option to accept or decline the terms and conditions. If the terms and conditions are declined the application will exit. -
Page 23: Agguide Main Screen
AgGuide Main Screen Visual Guidance Display Information Display Main Menu North direction Indicator Map Zoom Controls Run/Hold Button Recorder Fly Out Menus Current Runline Information Display Panel The information display panel shows important information about the system and the current job. Satellite: This indicates the number of satellites currently being used by the vehicle for navigation. -
Page 24: Guidance Display
Speed: This indicates the current vehicle speed as provided by the GPS. Swath: This indicates the current swath or pass with respect to the originating runline. Swaths to the right of the orginal runline will be displayed as a positive number, swaths to the left will be displayed as a negative number. Applied: This indicates the total applied area in the current job. -
Page 25: View Menu
Selecting the Menu button will display the Main menu as shown below. View Menu: The View menu allows you to set operator preferences including Night/ Day mode, map view mode, and change the units of measurement between metric and imperial. Record Menu: The Record menu allows you to record Field data including field boundaries, Headland Lines, and A-B, Contour and Pivot runlines. - Page 26 Light/ Dark: The Light/ Dark button changes the color scheme for the application. Dark mode is more suitable for night operation, Light Mode is more suitable for daytime operation. Perspective: The Perspective button alters the Map view from a 2D representation to a 3D visual representation.
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Page 27: Record Menu
Record Menu A/B Runline: The A/B Runline button allows you to record A/B, A + Heading, Adaptive contour and Pivot runlines. Selecting this button will toggle visibility of the A/B Runline recording fly out menu. The flyout menu will remain visible on screen when the Main Menu is closed. To hide the menu, reselect the A/B Runline button. -
Page 28: Gps Comms Menu
GPS Comms Menu Status: The Status Button displays GPS Status information for the connected GPS Receiver. Radio: This provides RTK configuration in the GPS Receiver. Vehicle: The Vehicle Button displays the Vehicle GPS setup and configuration page. Implement: The Implement Button displays the Implement GPS setup and configuration page. Base: This configures Base Selection in the GPS Receiver. -
Page 29: Implement Menu
Implement Menu Select: The Select button allows you to view, edit and select existing implements and create new implement definitions. Setup: The Setup button allows you to view and edit implement configurations for the selected implement, including Hitch configuration, Control Mode and implement geometry. -
Page 30: Other Menu
The File Manager button opens the Windows file manager. Log Data: This button stores the last two minutes of data from the system. This information can be analyzed by a Precision Technology Technician for fault finding. Exit Menu Close: The Close button closes the application. A confirmation window will be displayed asking to confirm or cancel the operation. -
Page 31: Using Client, Farms And Field Data
USING CLIENT, FARMS AND FIELD DATA Overview The AgGuide application uses the following items to represent user data: Clients: represent the farmer or customers; Farms: represent individual farms which contain fields; Fields: represent individual fields which contains Actions; ... -
Page 32: Managing Client Data
Managing Client Data Farms Tab Client List Fields Tab Preview Window Back Button Add Client Remove Client Rename Client Function Information The Farm Tab will display Farms associated with the selected Client. Changing the selected Farm Tab Client will change the Farms displayed in the Farm Page. The Field Tab will display all Fields associated with the selected Client and selected Farm. -
Page 33: Open The Clients Page
Open the Clients Page Adding a new Client When user selects “Add New” the virtual keyboard will be displayed. Renaming a Client When user selects “Rename” the virtual keyboard will be displayed. Importing a Client from AgGuide V4 //TODO: need V4 Data Deleting a Client Client Record will be deleted. -
Page 34: Managing Farm Data
Managing Farm Data Client Tab Field Tab Farm List Back Button Preview Window Add Farm Remove Farm Rename Farm Function Information The Client Tab will display Clients page. Changing the selected Client will change the Farms Client Tab displayed in the Farm Page. The Field Tab will display all Fields associated with the selected Client and selected Farm. -
Page 35: Open The Farms Page
Open the Farms Page Adding a new Farm When user selects “Add New” the virtual keyboard will be displayed. Renaming a Farm When user selects “Rename” the virtual keyboard will be displayed. Deleting a Farm Farm Record will be deleted. Cancels delete operation. -
Page 36: Managing Field Data
Managing Field Data Client Tab Farm Tab Fields List Back Button Preview Window Add Field Remove Field Rename Field Other Import/Export Function Information The Client Tab will display Clients page. Changing the selected Client will change the visible Client Tab Farms and Fields. -
Page 37: Opening The Fields Page
Opening the Fields Page Fields can be filtered by Client and Farm selection . Only Fields associated with the selected Client or Farm will be displayed. Adding a new Field When user selects “Add New” the virtual keyboard will be displayed. Renaming a Field When user selects “Rename”... -
Page 38: Other Field Operations
Other Field Operations Import and Export Field Data Field Data can be imported and exported as a universal ‘Shape’ (.shp) files. This allows interchange of field information with external applications such as Farm Management Information Systems (FMIS). When exporting Field Data all runlines and job data associated with the field will be exported. -
Page 39: Copying And Moving Records
Copying and Moving Records The AgGuide application allows the user to copy and move Farm and Field Records, allowing you to copy Farm data to a different client, or copy Field data to a different farm. A Client can only be duplicated. When Client is duplicated, all associated Farm and field Data is also duplicated. -
Page 40: Duplicating Client Records
Duplicating Client Records Select the Client to be duplicated from Client When user selects “Duplicate” list the virtual keyboard will be displayed. Enter new name for the Client to be copied. Copying and Moving Records Select the Farm or Field that you want Select the destination to copy or... -
Page 41: Boundaries, Headland Passes And Runlines
BOUNDARIES, HEADLAND PASSES AND RUNLINES Boundaries Overview A boundary represents a field area. Each field can contain a perimeter or external boundary, and can also include interior or exclusion zones. An interior boundary may represent an area not to be treated, or an obstacle such as a rocky area or waterway. - Page 42 // It is possible to create multiple external boundaries in the same field? // It is possible to create “ interior” / exclusion zone outside of field? // Creating a new boundary doesn’t automagically create a new field as in v4? AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 42...
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Page 43: Boundary Recorder Menu
Boundary Recorder Menu Recording Position Indicator Pause Mode Run Mode Finish Set Point Button Boundary Menu Recording Mode Left Recording Point Centre Recording Point Right Recording point Headland Line recording No Headland Line recording. Exterior Boundary Interior/ Exclude Boundary Boundary Menu Options Mode Function Information Record Position indicator... -
Page 44: Boundary Recording Example
Boundary Recording Example The following picture illustrates the recording steps for a typical exterior field boundary, using an existing AB parallel Runline. At Point 1 the operator engages Autosteering on the AB Runline. Once the XTE is acceptable, select the Set point button ( Point 2). -
Page 45: Opening The Boundary Recording Menu
Opening the Boundary Recording Menu Boundary Recorder Flyout Menu The Boundary Button will toggle visibility of the Recorder Flyout Menu. If the boundary recording is running, recording will continue even when the menu is not visible. Selecting the Recording Point Select Centre, left or Right Close the Flyout recording position. -
Page 46: Recording Field Boundary
Recording Field Boundary Select Finish to Start recording by Pause Recording or Resume recording complete or use selecting either Run add additional or add additional Auto close feature. Mode or Set Point. Points. points. AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 46... -
Page 47: Headland Passes
Headland Passes Overview A Headland Line represent Headland pass guidance path. A headland line can be recorded simultaneously with boundary recording, or recorded separately. A headland Line can be a closed path, or an open path similar to an AB Parallel or Contour runline. Headland Line Headland Lines differ from parallel or adaptive runlines in the following ways: ... -
Page 48: Headland Recording Menu
Headland Recording Menu Headland Mode Indicator Pause Mode Run Mode Set Point Button Finish Headland Menu Recording Mode Disable Headland Mode Enable Headland Mode No. of Passes Selector Headland Menu Options Mode Function Information This button indicates if Headland Mode is enabled or disabled. Selecting this button with Headland Mode Indicator toggle the menu between recording mode and options mode. -
Page 49: Headland Recording Example
Headland Recording Example A headland line can be created at the same time a boundary is recorded. Please refer to the Boundary Recording Section of this document for more information. The following illustrates the steps required to create a headland Pass independently of boundary recording. At point 1, Headland recording is started by selecting the Set point button. -
Page 50: Opening The Headland Recording Menu
Opening the Headland Recording Menu Headland Recorder Flyout Menu The Headland Button will toggle visibility of the Recorder Flyout Menu. If the Headland recording is running, recording will continue even when the menu is not visible. Enabling / Disabling Headland Recording. Select to Enable or Disable Close the Flyout headland recording. -
Page 51: Runlines
Runlines Overview Runlines are guidance paths that can be used by the operator for Visual Guidance, or for Autosteer operations. There are three basic types of runlines: AB Straight – This is a straight line defined by two points. Often referred to as “AB Line” or “AB Straight”. -
Page 52: Runline Generation Modes
Runline Generation Modes Runlines can be generated by either parallel mode or adaptive mode, dependent on your application. Adaptive mode is only applicable to contour paths. ? // need to go over as not making sense - changing the multiline button on the recorder menu not intuiutve but seems to affects adjacent path generation. -
Page 53: Runline Recorder Menu
Runline Recorder Menu AB Mode Set B Point Set A Point Finish Runline Menu AB Recording Mode Set Heading A+ Mode Set A Point Runline Menu A+ Recording Mode Pause Mode Run Mode Set Point Finish Runline Menu Contour Recording Mode Pause Mode Run Mode Set Point... -
Page 54: Opening Runline Recording Menu
Function Information This button indicates if Headland Mode is enabled or disabled. Selecting this button with Set A Button toggle the menu between recording mode and options mode. Set B Point Run/ Pause toggles Headland recording. When paused, no points are recorded. Enter the heading for the line when recording A+. -
Page 55: Recording A+ Direction
Recording A+ Direction When the Set Heading button is selected a numeric keypad will be displayed. Enter the required heading and press the Back button. Selecting Contour Recording Recording Contour Runline Start recording by Pause Recording or Resume recording Select Finish to selecting either Run add additional or add additional... - Page 56 // AB Finish doesn’t cancel…. Doesn’t respect minimum distance of Set B. Should it be visible? AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 56...
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Page 57: Advanced Operations
Advanced Operations AgGuide allows the operator to perform Runline, Boundary and Headland recording simultaneously, allowing for all field data to be created in a single operation. Using this option, the following can be performed: A runline can be created and used for Autosteer and boundary Recording to ensure accurate boundary placement. -
Page 58: Enabling Simultaneous Recording
Enabling Simultaneous Recording The following sequence details how to enable the Recording menus. Selecting the Runline, Headland or Boundary buttons from the Menu will toggle visibility of the Fly out Menus. Recording Point When performing simultaneous recording of boundaries and Runlines or Headland Line the recording point for the boundary is independent of the Runline or Headland Line recording point. -
Page 59: Selecting And Managing Runlines
Selecting and Managing Runlines Runlines can be displayed for a selected field from the Runlines menu. This page allows for Runlines to be edited and copied between fields or in the same field to create new lines for different operations or implement configurations. -
Page 60: Runline Row Width And Offset
Runline Row Width and Offset Each Runline has a Row Width and Offset Value. By default, the offset will be zero and the row Width will be the implement width when the runline is recorded. When a runline is to be used for multiple operations with differing implement widths, it may be necessary to adjust these values or copy and edit the runline for different applications. -
Page 61: Opening The Runlines Page
Opening the Runlines Page Note that Runlines will be displayed for the selected Field. Selecting a Runline Press the Back Button to close the Runlines Page. The Selected Runline will be displayed on the Mapping Window. Select Parallel, Adaptive or Select the Runline from the Headland Runlines. -
Page 62: Copying And Moving Runlines
Copying and Moving Runlines Select the destination for the copied item. Please note that Runlines can only be Select “Copy” or “Cut” to copied into the Select the Runlines page for the place item on Clipboard. Runline that selected Field. Cut will remove the you want to Runline from the current... -
Page 63: Working With Jobs
WORKING WITH JOBS // Product, implement etc aren’t in the job like V4? //Cant associate plan, product with Job? Overview Preview Window Job List Back Button Add Job Delete Job Rename Job Other Menu Function Information The Preview Window shows the field associated with the Job. If the Job has need started , Preview Window any previously applied area will be displayed. -
Page 64: Opening The Jobs Page
Opening the Jobs Page Note that Jobs will only be displayed for the currently selected Client/ Farm/Field. Selecting an Existing Job Note that Jobs will only be displayed for the currently selected Client/ Select the required Job from the Jobs Farm/Field. -
Page 65: Copying A Job Within Same Field
Warning! Deleting a Job will remove all recorded data associated with the Job. Copying a Job within same Field Select the Job you want to copy or move from the Job List. Copying and Moving Jobs Select the destination for the copied item. Please note that Jobs Select “Copy”... -
Page 66: Other Job Operations
Other Job Operations Export Coverage Job Data can be exported as a universal ‘Shape’ (.shp) files. This allows interchange of field information with external applications such as Farm Management Information Systems (FMIS). Export Trail The vehicle/ implement recoded path can be exported as either a shape file, or as an EziGrade file for use by levelGuide. - Page 67 Displaying Job Statistics Select the Job from the Job After selecting “Statistics” a new window will be displayed. List. // As and interim included Vehicle and Implement Setup pages. Thes should move to Vehicle and Implement Config for final release. AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 67...
- Page 68 VEHICLE CONFIGURATION Overview Settings Tab Measurement Preview Back Button Settings List Window Function Information Settings Tab Selecting the Settings Tab will display the Vehicle Settings Page. Measurement Tab Selecting the Measurement Tab will display the Vehicle Measurements Page. Settings List The Settings List displays the configuration options for the vehicle.
- Page 69 Opening the Vehicle Setup Page Important Information. Changes to Vehicle Configuration or Vehicle measurements may have an adverse affect on System performance or accuracy. These values are set during installation on the vehicle and should only be changed by a suitable qualified person. AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 69...
- Page 70 IMPLEMENT CONFIGURATION Overview Settings Tab Measurement Preview Back Button Settings List Window Function Information Settings Tab Selecting the Settings Tab will display the Implement Settings Page. Measurement Tab Selecting the Measurement Tab will display the Implement Measurements Page. Settings List The Settings List displays the configuration options for the Implement.
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- Page 72 WORKING WITH PLANS Overview What are plans… prescription Maps, levelGuide cut fill, etc. Prescription Map Adding Prescription Map Edit Prescription Map Using Prescription Map with Implement… Level Guide Control Plans AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 72...
- Page 73 GPS CONFIGURATION Novatel Configuration Topcon Reciver Conf Base Station Config External GPS Nema Out for external devices 0183, NEMA 2000? VEHICLE CONFIGURATION Creating a Vehicle Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle GPS configuration Steering System Configuration WAS Calibration Nav Module Configuration Tuning Troubleshooting AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00 Page 73...
- Page 74 IMPLEMENT CONFIGURATION Creating an Implement Implement Dimensions Implement GPS Configuration Configuring Bins and Tanks Configuring Sections Configuring External Controllers STEERING SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Standard / Farmscan Steering Wheel Motor PVED CL AGCO/CAT Challenger M/T AGCO/Fendt Vario CLAAS Lexion 770 CNH/ Austoft Tracked Hydraulic LEVEL GUIDE AgGuide V6 Operation Manual Version: A.00...
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