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SEEDMASTER
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2023
TOOLBAR
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ULTRAPRO II
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NOVA TANK
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL

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  • Page 1 SEEDMASTER – 2023 TOOLBAR – ULTRAPRO II – NOVA TANK OPERATOR’S MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FIELD OPERATION ..........................21 ISOBUS TOOLBAR FUNCTIONS ......................22 HOME SCREEN LAYOUT ........................22 ISO TOOLBAR QUICK START PROCEDURE ..................23 UNFOLDING, FOLDING, AND WING LOCKS ..................24 MASTER SWITCH CONFIGURATION ....................26 PACKING PRESSURE SET UP AND OPERATION ................26 PACKING PRESSURE OPERATION ON HOME PAGE ..............
  • Page 4 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 80 GRANULAR PRODUCT CONTROL SETUP (DEALER OR SEEDMASTER ASSISTED ONLY) ..81 SINGLE LIQUID PRODUCT CONTROL SETUP (DEALER OR SEEDMASTER ASSISTED ONLY) . 84 EXISTING RCM LIQUID PRODUCT CONTROL SETUP (DEALER OR SEEDMASTER ASSISTED ONLY) ..............................86 REMOTE TANK MONITOR ........................
  • Page 5 SEEDMASTER 2023 TOGGLING BETWEEN RCMS (UPII, NOVA, LIQUID) ............... 89 READ AND ZERO TANK WEIGHT VIA TANK/BIN INFO ..............90 READ AND ZERO TANK WEIGHT VIA SCALE .................. 91 REMOTE CATCH TEST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE ..............92 REMOTE TANK MONITOR TROUBLESHOOTING ................96 VIPER 4+ ..............................

  • Page 6: Introduction

    SEEDMASTER 2023 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a new SeedMaster unit. This manual will assist you in becoming a safe and efficient operator. The crops you grow because of the proper use of the unit will be your reward for spending some time studying this manual.

  • Page 7: Safety

    Please be SAFE! Carefully read and understand all safety alerts and warnings in this manual and all safety decals on the SeedMaster drill and tank. Ensure that anyone who is going to use the SeedMaster drill and tank reads and understands the Operator’s Manual. We recommend that only mature and well- trained or experienced persons operate this product.
  • Page 8 SEEDMASTER 2023 Store and transfer gasoline, solvents, cleaners, or any flammable liquids only in safety standard (i.e. CSA) approved containers. Clean and inspect all components in the hydraulic system on a regular basis. Replace all worn, cut, abraded, flattened, damaged, or crimped hoses and metal lines. Do not repair hydraulic components with tape, clamps, or cements.

  • Page 9: Tire Torque And Psi Specs

    SEEDMASTER 2023 TIRE TORQUE AND PSI SPECS TIRE SIZE TORQUE REQUIREMENTS (FT. LBS.) MAXIMUM PRESSURE RATING (PSI) 12.5L15 (10 PLY) 12.5L15 (Hwy) 380/55-16.5 750/65R26 800/65R32 1050/50R32 Dual 710/70R38 6012 U II 360 ASTER LTRA WITH...

  • Page 10: In-Cab Electrical Hookup

    SEEDMASTER 2023 IN-CAB ELECTRICAL HOOKUP RAVEN VIPER 4+ IN-CAB HOOKUP ISOBUS TERMINATOR RAVEN CANBUS ISOBUS DIAGNOSTICS PORT GPS IN NOT USED NOT USED NOT USED SWITCHED POWER OUTPUT SLINGSHOT POWER BATTERY CONNECTIONS...

  • Page 11: Seedmaster Toolbox And Manuals

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SEEDMASTER TOOLBOX AND MANUALS SeedMaster offers a factory option toolbox to hold any spare parts, tools, or accessories to keep your seeding operation moving. It is located on the “A-Frame” support beam in the middle of the hitch. The toolbox has a seal to help reduce the amount of dust and foreign material from contaminating or soiling the contents.

  • Page 12: Tractor Hydraulic Hookups

    Ensure this return line is routed to your tractor properly without any possibility of back pressure. Improper connection or undersized return lines on the tractor may cause inaccuracies in operation and the possibility for severe damage to the drill’s hydraulic system. SeedMaster Manufacturing recommends using the factory connections provided with the drill and tank.

  • Page 13: Hydraulic Connection Reference Cards

    SEEDMASTER 2023 HYDRAULIC CONNECTION REFERENCE CARDS SeedMaster machines come in several different configurations. Please refer to your configuration below. Ensure that you are hooking the pressure and return hoses to the appropriate remotes on your tractor: Pressure to Retract, Return to Extend.

  • Page 14: Main Hydraulic Block Details

    SEEDMASTER 2023 MAIN HYDRAULIC BLOCK DETAILS HYDRAULIC BLOCK GAUGES WING UP RAVEN TANK WING DOWN SYSTEM PRESSURE...

  • Page 15: Main Block Gauges

    SEEDMASTER 2023 MAIN BLOCK GAUGES WING UP: The WING UP gauge reads the amount of pressure applied and required for lifting and should read 0 psi until folding up. A positive reading during field operation is an indication of back pressure on the system.

  • Page 16: Pressure Setting Procedures

    The Wing-Down Pressure is required so the wings will contour while travelling through the field. SeedMaster requires Net Wing-Down Pressure. To determine your net value, subtract your wing-up pressure from your current wing-down pressure ( PSI wing-down –...

  • Page 17: Lift Kit

    SEEDMASTER 2023 LIFT KIT LIFT KIT: The Lift Kit is designed to decrease the weight on the main frame front caster wheels during field operation. It is hydraulically operated utilizing supply oil from the main hydraulic block’s system pressure. The Lift Kit increases floatation by redistributing weight from the front caster wheels of the drill forward to the tractor hitch and backwards to the rear of the drill.

  • Page 18: Smart Openers Hydraulic Block Details And Operation

    AND OPERATION SMART OPENERS HYDRAULIC BLOCK The Smart Openers block contains the main functions of your SeedMaster openers: raising, lowering, and down-pressure. These functions are controlled by a Master ON/OFF solenoid and coil to raise and lower, and a PWM valve for down-pressure. The Smart Openers block is located on the first rank behind the main block.

  • Page 19: Opener Details

    Semi-pneumatic packer tires are a standard feature on all SeedMaster drills. There is no internal air pressure that needs to be checked. The resulting dent the packer wheel leaves behind is dependent on soil type and hardness.

  • Page 20: Manual Switch Box Installation And Operation

    SEEDMASTER 2023 MANUAL SWITCH BOX INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTALLATION The SeedMaster Manual Switch Box consists of 7 switches, a 20-amp fuse, and a wiring harness. 1. Place the electrical box in the cab at a convenient location. 2. Mount the box at the...

  • Page 21: Switch Box Operation

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SWITCH BOX OPERATION SWITCH FUNCTIONS 1. Main Power On/Off – this switch applies and removes the main power to the switch box and will light up green when on. The switch box can be wired directly to the battery, or to your tractor’s switched power.

  • Page 22: Field Operation

    SEEDMASTER 2023 FIELD OPERATION 1. Turn on “Main Power On/Off”. The switch will be green when powered on. 2. Ensure the SCV supplying system pressure to the block is activated and locked into constant flow. The pressure needs to be adjusted from your tractor to fall within 2500-2900 PSI.

  • Page 23: Isobus Toolbar Functions

    ISOBUS TOOLBAR FUNCTIONS HOME SCREEN LAYOUT The Drill Control Module (DCM) will monitor and control your SeedMaster Toolbar via the installed Universal Terminal (UT). To access the ISO Toolbar Functions, touch the ISOBUS TXB soft key on your UT display. See your UT’s operator’s manual for more information on locating UT soft keys.

  • Page 24: Iso Toolbar Quick Start Procedure

    SEEDMASTER 2023 ISO TOOLBAR QUICK START PROCEDURE Before you go to the field, please review the steps below to ensure your ISO Toolbar is field ready. 1. Turn safety switch ON: Before turning the safety switch on, please ensure the toolbar is free of any persons, animals, or objects that could damage your equipment.

  • Page 25: Unfolding, Folding, And Wing Locks

    SEEDMASTER 2023 UNFOLDING, FOLDING, AND WING LOCKS Touch the Fold button soft key located in the soft key area to access the Unfold Operation & Wing Locks. The machine’s system pressure will need to be engaged before the unfold process can begin. The live pressure can be viewed in the System Information Area on the Home Page.
  • Page 26 SEEDMASTER 2023 Folding Operation After completing the seeding operation for a field, the drill must be folded for transport to the next location. To prepare the drill for folding, ensure all jobs on the tank monitor(s) are either paused, or completed and closed.

  • Page 27: Master Switch Configuration

    Master Switch - PWR: Your SeedMaster machine comes standard with a Foot Switch to enable and disable the packing pressure. Use this setting when the ISO Toolbar uses +12v to enable, these were only found on SM16 machines. Press the foot switch to enable/disable the packing pressure.
  • Page 28 SEEDMASTER 2023 Target Pressure setting: The target pressure will be the desired amount of packing pressure in PSI of down force to the openers. For example, if the desired amount of packing pressure is 1000psi, touch the white box to the right of Target Pressure and enter 1000.

  • Page 29: Packing Pressure Operation On Home Page

    SEEDMASTER 2023 PACKING PRESSURE OPERATION ON HOME PAGE Touch the Home soft key to return to the home page to have access to the Packing Pressure operation settings. Off/Manual/Auto settings: The system is equipped with a PWM valve for controlling the hydraulic pressure to the openers when they are in the down position.

  • Page 30: Lift Kit Pressure Set Up And Operation

    SeedMaster Toolbars are equipped with a hydraulic pressure transducer enabling in-cab viewing of the Lift Kit hydraulic pressure. The Toolbar is also equipped with a PWM valve for controlling the Lift Kit pressure. The Lift Kit’s hydraulic pressure can be controlled automatically or manually from the comfort of the cab.

  • Page 31: System Information Home Page Set Up

    Pressure (if equipped with SeedMaster Zone Command). Follow the steps below to set up the parameters for your pressure sensors. Please note that your SeedMaster machine will need to be equipped with the corresponding pressure transducer in order to monitor the pressure.
  • Page 32 SEEDMASTER 2023 3. For Sensors 1 and 2, a checkmark box is available to enable the sensor on the System Information area. Touch the “Type” drop-down menu to change the sensor to the appropriate style for the sensor display. 4. For System Pressure, choose the “1-3000 PSI” sensor.

  • Page 33: System Alarms

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SYSTEM ALARMS The system is equipped with alarms to warn the operator of any potential issues on the machine. To access the System Alarms settings, touch the Settings Soft Key. After touching the settings soft key, touch the Systems Alarm Tab to access the System Alarm settings.

  • Page 34: System Diagnostics Page

    Diagnostics page will display the DCM Firmware version and any installed load cell voltage for diagnosing any potential issues. This page also houses a Service Menu button for SeedMaster and Dealer use during a service call or visit. ACTIVE ALARM PAGE If the color around the bell changes to yellow, this means that there is an active alarm.

  • Page 35: Ultrapro Ii Onframe Tanks (Upii)

    ULTRAPRO II ONFRAME TANKS (UPII) ULTRAPRO II ZONE COMMAND METER BOX (UPII) The UltraPro II Meter is the next generation in SeedMaster metering. The mechanical adjustments of the Zone Command Meter Box will be pre-set at the factory. NOTE: It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that Zone Command is functioning properly.

  • Page 36: Upii Calibration Procedure Pre-Setup

    SEEDMASTER 2023 AIR CYLINDER Zone Command Check Manually extend air cylinder rod so that engaging gear is disengaged. Ensure gear turns freely, and both the air cylinder and pivot arm pivot freely. The pivot arm is designed with limits for engaging and disengaging.
  • Page 37 SEEDMASTER 2023 METER BOX WITH CATCH TRAY To setup for calibration remove the Seed Guide Tube, and ensure that you have the correct roller for your product type. Then, install the catch tray on to the desired meter to complete a catch test and proceed to calibration procedure.

  • Page 38: Upii Fan Pressure Guidelines

    SEEDMASTER 2023 UPII FAN PRESSURE GUIDELINES Before starting for the day, run the fan(s) for a minimum of 10 minutes to dry moisture out of the hoses and venturis. Use the following table as a guide for setting on-board tank fan pressures.

  • Page 39: Zone Command Air Compressor

    SEEDMASTER 2023 ZONE COMMAND AIR COMPRESSOR SeedMaster’s Zone Command is controlled pneumatically. To provide an air supply, the drill is equipped with a compressor and air tank. The compressor is set to turn off when the pressure in the tank reaches 105 psi, and to turn on when the pressure falls below 85 psi.

  • Page 40: Zone Command Air System

    SEEDMASTER 2023 ZONE COMMAND AIR SYSTEM TANK DRAIN NOTE: Check and empty the water separator tank daily Zone Command Air Components...

  • Page 41: Nova Tank

    SEEDMASTER 2023 NOVA TANK There are many different configurations of the NOVA tank. The image below illustrates a 780 NOVA and some of the many options and features the NOVA has to offer. This section of the operator’s manual will explain the key features and the settings for the NOVA tank.

  • Page 42: Nova Zone Command / Meter Box

    SEEDMASTER 2023 NOVA ZONE COMMAND / METER BOX Nova carts are setup as either an 8 zone or 10 zones depending on drill size. The number of meter boxes is typically the number of zones being operated as each meter is expelling product to an individual air stream and tower.

  • Page 43: Tunable Tower

    SEEDMASTER 2023 TUNABLE TOWER The tunable tower is an industry leading stainless-steel manifold in product flow. Available in 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10-outlet configurations, the product flows unrestricted through 1-inch delivery lines from manifold to shank. The manifold is designed with a drain-back feature to limit plugged product delivery lines. To increase the manifold performance, it is combined with equal length primary delivery lines providing a more consistent backpressure for distribution.

  • Page 44: Romafa Distribution Manifold

    The new manifold is available in a 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12 outlet configurations allowing SeedMaster to offer an even larger list of drill sizes with various row spacing.

  • Page 45: Nova Product Selection

    SEEDMASTER 2023 NOVA PRODUCT SELECTION Under the dual-shoot, 10 zone Nova, there are 10 metering boxes per tank and 20 hoses. 10 black hoses lead to the fertilizer towers and 10 green hoses lead to the seed towers. Other Nova configurations per tank are:...
  • Page 46 SEEDMASTER 2023 The 3 large tanks can be adjusted to provide product to either seed or fertilizer knives in a dual-shoot configuration. If you would like to dispense product from a tank to the seed runs, connect the far-left run to the far-left meter, and then work your way across, connecting meters to every second run.

  • Page 47: Nova Pressure And Top-Up Air

    SEEDMASTER 2023 NOVA PRESSURE AND TOP-UP AIR When a tank is selected to meter to the seed or fertilizer knives, the top-up air must be set to match the proper fan to ensure that tank pressures are balanced. When the tank is metering to the seed knife, the top-up air must come from the seed fan.

  • Page 48: Nova Fan Pressure Guidelines

    SEEDMASTER 2023 NOVA FAN PRESSURE GUIDELINES Before starting for the day, run the fans for a minimum of 10 minutes to dry moisture out of the hoses and venturis Use the following table as a guide for setting Nova fan pressures.

  • Page 49: Individual Meter Inspection

    SEEDMASTER 2023 INDIVIDUAL METER INSPECTION It is possible to inspect meter parts while the tank is full of product. 1. Shut off hydraulics to fans and metering. 2. Remove slide-gate cover. SLOT SLOT COVER 3. Note internal wings are aligned with external wings for ease of assembly.

  • Page 50: Work Lights

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SLIDE-IN GATE BOTTOM COVER 5. Insert slide-gate and open meter bottom cover (approximately 1 gal. of product will fall out). 6. Inspect metering. 7. Close bottom meter cover (ensure a good seal) and remove slide-gate. 8. Reinstall slot cover, tightening wing nut while holding external wings in vertical position NOTE: Poor quality fertilizer or other foreign materials may cause uneven metering or damage to meter components.

  • Page 51: Lid Operation

    SEEDMASTER 2023 LID OPERATION The lids are designed to be held closed with hydraulic pressure when fans are in use (lid cylinders are being supplied with oil pressure to keep the lids closed). Near the back of the cart (under the walkway), there is a selector valve. This valve will automatically select the fan that is running at a higher RPM.

  • Page 52: Nova Conveyor Overview

    SEEDMASTER 2023 NOVA CONVEYOR OVERVIEW Like lid operation, you must reverse the hydraulic flow of the oil to the seed fan (pressure to white tagged hose) to operate the conveyor. This flow pressurizes the conveyor hydraulic block allowing conveyor movement and hydraulic motor operation. You may see the lids open and arm lock release when you reverse the fan flow depending on position of lid selector valve.

  • Page 53: Kar-Tech Wireless Remote

    SEEDMASTER 2023 KAR-TECH WIRELESS REMOTE In order to use the Kar-Tech Wireless Remote, it needs to be powered on first. Simply hold the red POWER button for at least 2 seconds, release, and the LED lights will turn on. The transmitter is designed with a power saving feature which turns the transmitter off after 15 minutes of inactivity.

  • Page 54: Conveyor Operation

    SEEDMASTER 2023 CONVEYOR OPERATION 1. Reverse hydraulic flow of the oil to the seed fan. Ensure that the lids have opened, and the Arm Lock has released the conveyor from the locked position. NOTE: Remove any transport brackets or bolts before use.

  • Page 55: Seedmaster App

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SEEDMASTER APP The SeedMaster Seed Rate Calculator is a two-part app. Part one of the app will allow a grower to rapidly and effectively calculate a seeding rate to achieve a desired plant population within a given field.
  • Page 56 SEEDMASTER 2023 Part 1: Seed Rate Calculator Figure 1: Rate Tab. Pg1 → Using the slider bars or the manual white box, enter the desired values to determine your seed rate in LBS/ACRE. Figure 2: Rate Tab. Pg2 → Use this page as a guideline for target plants/ft and TKW.
  • Page 57 SEEDMASTER 2023 Part 2: Cal Weight Estimator Figure 4: → Operator Liability Warning. Figure 5: Cal. Tab. Pg1 → Choose the product type, meter type, and drill width to determine an estimated cal weight. Figure 6: Cal. Tab. Pg2 → This page gives you the ability to submit your cal weights.

  • Page 58: Isobus Rcm Functions

    NH3 via ISOBUS Universal Terminal (UT) and task control for as-applied documentation, prescription rate, and section control. ISOBUS RCM will control your SeedMaster multi- product On-Frame Tank or NOVA Air Cart via the installed Virtual Terminal. To access the RCM Tank Functions, touch the ISOBUS RCM soft key on your VT display.
  • Page 59 SEEDMASTER 2023 2. Tank Area: Displays the current tank weight. The tank is also a button that will go to the Refill Tank/Bin page if touched. Below the tank, implement sections are displayed with their status. If they are grey, that indicates that they are off.

  • Page 60: Iso Rcm Quick Start Procedure

    Before you go to the field, please review the steps below to ensure your ISO RCM is field ready. Step 1. Review ISO Toolbar Quick Start Procedure (PAGE 23) Step 2. Turn Product Master ON/OFF Switch ON for each product being applied: Before turning the switch on, please ensure the machine is free of any persons, animals, or objects that could damage your equipment.

  • Page 61: Rcm Main (Home) Page

    SEEDMASTER 2023 RCM MAIN (HOME) PAGE PRODUCT SELECTION The product selection area displays the products that are setup for the specific RCM. Each product displays the state of the product. It will display “Off” when the product is off, it will display the target rate when it is on and set to “Auto” and will display “MAN” when it is on and set to Manual.
  • Page 62 SEEDMASTER 2023 TANK/BIN CHARGE PAGE Use this page to quickly charge the meter roller. 1. Engage the master foot switch. 2. Touch the product Tank/Bin Charge button for the desired meter/product. 3. The meter will spin for 3 seconds. 4. Repeat to charge other meter rollers.
  • Page 63 SEEDMASTER 2023 REFILL TANK/BIN & PRODUCT CALIBRATION PAGE To quickly access the tank fill and product calibration settings simply touch on the tank in the middle of the screen. The tank indicator on the product control home screen displays a tally of product remaining based upon the load cells. The tank volume is the volume of product currently in the tank or bin, not the capacity of the tank or bin.

  • Page 64: Catch Test Calibration Procedure

    CATCH TEST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE Your SeedMaster tank will need to be calibrated for the specific product you are using. The calibration procedure will require two 5-gallon pails, a catch tray, and a digital scale. Install a catch tray on the meter from which you will be catching product.
  • Page 65 SEEDMASTER 2023 10. Please read through the Catch Test Description. 11. Touch the Zone (section) number that is setup to catch product. In this example the catch tray would be setup under Zone 1 on the left side of the machine. After selecting the zone to catch from, touch “Calibrate Rate Sensor”.
  • Page 66 SEEDMASTER 2023 14. Turn the master switch on by pressing the foot switch. 15. Touch the Start button. NOTE: Ensure the system pressure is engaged so that the metering drive motors have hydraulic pressure. Also, note that the meters will begin to expel product after touching the start button.
  • Page 67 SEEDMASTER 2023 17. After the catch time expires, the calibration will advance to the last calibration screen. This screen displays the accumulated weight computed by the Rate Controller. Below the computed weight is where the actual weight accumulated will be entered.

  • Page 68: Applied Product Calibration Procedure

    5. Enter the Calibration Weight. A starting Calibration Weight can be found with the SeedMaster App. The Estimated Cal Weight will be calculated as a starting point. Skip this step if you have performed a catch test calibration. NOTE: Please see the “SEEDMASTER APP” Chapter for more information.
  • Page 69 SEEDMASTER 2023 7. Please read / review the Applied Product test description. Then touch the check mark to begin an applied product calibration. 8. The SmartCal (Applied Product) calibration is now active. 9. Touch the Check Mark to exit. 10. Multiple Applied Product calibrations can be done at the same time. Simply repeat 2 to 10 for each product.
  • Page 70 SEEDMASTER 2023 19. Touch the Calibrate Rate Sensor button. 20. The Applied Product Summary page will be displayed. Review the values on this page. If the values are acceptable, touch the check mark to accept the new calibration weight. To discard the new calibration weight, touch the X and this will stop the calibration process.

  • Page 71: Rcm Setup Page

    SEEDMASTER 2023 RCM SETUP PAGE APPLICATOR SETUP TAB - View Profile and machine type information - Change/New Button: Touch this button to create a new machine profile. If there are multiple profiles created already, you can change to an existing profile.
  • Page 72 - Pressure Sensor Setup Button: Touch here to access pressure sensor settings. NOTE: SeedMaster does not use pressure sensors on granular products. - Auxiliary Functions Setup Button: Access the FAN RPM calibration values from here. This page allows for setting a Low and High RPM limit for the fans. The RPM Assignment Setup button lets you view what product is assigned to each fan.

  • Page 73: Control Valve Setup Page

    SEEDMASTER 2023 CONTROL VALVE SETUP PAGE Control Type: This is set during setup wizard process and can only be changed if you edit the profile. Valve Response Rate (1-100): Enter value for aggressiveness of rate controller as it approaches target rate. A value too high may lead to oscillation.

  • Page 74: Scale Calibration

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SCALE CALIBRATION 1. Touch the “Settings” soft key. 2. Touch the “System Settings” tab. 3. Touch “Scale Setup” button. 4. Choose the scale being calibrated. 5. Touch the “Scale Calibration” button. 6. Ensure tank is empty. Touch the “Zero” button.
  • Page 75 SEEDMASTER 2023 ALARM SETTINGS TAB The Alarm Settings tab allows the operator to change alarm settings after creating a profile with the setup wizard. Enter the desired Off Rate Alarm percentage. RATE SETUP TAB The Rates Setup tab allows the operator to change the rate settings after creating a profile with the setup wizard.

  • Page 76: Rcm Totals Page

    SEEDMASTER 2023 FEATURE UNLOCK TAB The Feature Unlocks tab allows you to unlock various features of the RCM. Note: SeedMaster RCMs require a Level 2 unlock. This is included with your purchase. RCM TOTALS PAGE CURRENT TOTALS TAB The Current Totals tab displays instant values of each product.
  • Page 77 SEEDMASTER 2023 DEVICE TAB The Device tab displays totals for the lifetime of the current profile. Total Area (Device) Time Spent Applying Total Hours DISTANCE TAB The Distance tab shows distance values that increase as the implement drives forward. The first value shows machine speed (mph).

  • Page 78: Rcm Diagnostics Page

    SEEDMASTER 2023 RCM DIAGNOSTICS PAGE SYSTEM INFORMATION TAB The System Information Tab displays hardware and software information about the RCM. SELECT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING FROM THE DROP-DOWN MENU TO VIEW INFORMATION Hardware/Software: Displays the manufacturer’s information for the Raven Rate Control Module hardware and software.
  • Page 79 SEEDMASTER 2023 TESTS TAB The RCM has built in system tests. The following tests can be performed on each product: Spreader/Air Cart Check Control/Section Test Calibrate PWM Limits Bin/Tank Cleanout Demonstration Mode Diagnostic Loop Back Test If performing any of the test above, please follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 80 SEEDMASTER 2023 SYSTEM SUMMARY TAB This tab displays the machine setup summary. PRODUCT SUMMARY TAB This tab displays the configured products setup summary.

  • Page 81: General Troubleshooting

    SEEDMASTER 2023 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 82: Granular Product Control Setup (Dealer Or Seedmaster Assisted Only)

    7. Touch the Drop-Down Box for Machine Type and select Air Cart. 8. Enter an Application Width of the toolbar then touch the next button. 9. Always enter 4 for the number of Granular Products, then number the ECUs where 1 is the first ECU inline.
  • Page 83 SEEDMASTER 2023 13. Set the application type for each product by touching the drop-down and selecting Granular RPM Maintained for the Application Mode. Do this for each product and touch next. 14. If the Machine shares all the section drivers. Choose YES and then touch next.
  • Page 84 SEEDMASTER 2023 25. Touch the drop-down box for the Load Cells Setup and then select Product Scale. Place a check mark beside each Product Scale. After all checks are entered, touch next. 26. If your scale calibration numbers are known, you can enter them here. If they are not, touch next.

  • Page 85: Single Liquid Product Control Setup (Dealer Or Seedmaster Assisted Only)

    6. Enter a Profile Name. 7. Touch the Drop-Down Box for Machine Type and select Liquid Fert. Tool. 8. Enter an Application Width of the toolbar then touch the next button. 9. Number the ECUs where 1 is the first ECU inline, touch next.
  • Page 86 SEEDMASTER 2023 12. Enter the number of zones for the Number of Sections. The Section Valve Type is not available for this application and will remain defaulted to 3-Wire. If the sections are equal width, leave the check mark on for this setting. Touch next.

  • Page 87: Existing Rcm Liquid Product Control Setup (Dealer Or Seedmaster Assisted Only)

    7. Review the Machine Type and ensure Air Cart is selected. 8. Confirm the Application Width of the toolbar then touch the next button. 9. Confirm 4 is entered for the number of products, then number the ECUs where 1 is the first ECU inline.
  • Page 88 SEEDMASTER 2023 12. Set the application type for each product by touching the drop-down and selecting Granular RPM Maintained for granular products, and Liquid for liquid products. Do this for each product and touch next. 13. The Machine WILL NOT share all the section drivers. Choose NO and then touch next.
  • Page 89 SEEDMASTER 2023 22. If your scale calibration numbers are known, you can enter them here. If they are not, touch next. 23. There are NO pressure sensors installed. Leave each pressure sensor defaulted to None and then touch next. 24. There are NO height switches installed. Leave the box defaulted to None and then touch next.

  • Page 90: Remote Tank Monitor

    SELECT ACTIVE RCM Some SeedMaster machines may be equipped with multiple RCMs. If the system consists of multiple RCMs, it will need to be determined what RCM is on the On-Fame Tank and what RCM is on the NOVA Tank.

  • Page 91: Read And Zero Tank Weight Via Tank/Bin Info

    SEEDMASTER 2023 READ AND ZERO TANK WEIGHT VIA TANK/BIN INFO 1. Power on the remote monitor by pressing the “esc” button on the front of the monitor. 2. Using the UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT arrows, highlight the “Tank/Bin Info” box blue.

  • Page 92: Read And Zero Tank Weight Via Scale

    Press CANCEL to cancel the operation. 7. The TARE option is NOT USED on a SeedMaster Machine. Please ignore this option. 8. Press the NEXT or PREV buttons to toggle screen view. The toggled view will display the selected scale, scale weight, and scale voltage.

  • Page 93: Remote Catch Test Calibration Procedure

    SEEDMASTER 2023 REMOTE CATCH TEST CALIBRATION PROCEDURE 1. Power on the remote monitor by pressing the “esc” button on the front of the monitor. 2. Using the UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT arrows, highlight the box “Rate Calibration” blue. 3. Touch “ok” to enter the “Rate Calibration” info screen.
  • Page 94 SEEDMASTER 2023 10. After selecting “ok”, the “Select Sections to Activate” page will be displayed. 11. Use the arrow keys to highlight a section, then press “ok” to select a section. A circle around the number will represent the current section that is selected. After pressing the “ok“ button, the section will highlight blue.
  • Page 95 SEEDMASTER 2023 16. Using the LEFT/RIGHT and UP/DOWN arrow enter a new value for the Rate or Desired weight. When the desired value is entered press the “ok” button. The Catch Test Summary will be displayed with the new values. If the values are satisfactory, continue by pressing the NEXT button.
  • Page 96 SEEDMASTER 2023 20. After the meter has stopped, remove the pail from the catch position and weigh how much product was expelled. NOTE: If using a digital scale please remember to tare the weight of the pail or weigh the pail beforehand.

  • Page 97: Remote Tank Monitor Troubleshooting

    Turn on In-Cab Monitor. Check Remote Tank Monitor operation. If problem still exists unplug and plug back in the Remote Tank Monitor from the main harness and repeat steps 1 thru 7. If unsuccessful, contact your SeedMaster Dealer for assistance.

  • Page 98: Viper 4

    To power up the monitor, press the power button once. The power status indicator will flash red and then should illuminate green. If the status indicator stays red or does not illuminate, contact your SeedMaster dealer for assistance. Note: Do not connect any USB drives or devices to the monitor during the power up sequence.

  • Page 99: Viper 4+ Main Screen Navigation

    ROS device. Fleet Analytics. This indicates the communication status of Raven Fleet Analytics such as fuel rate, engine load, and fuel level. SeedMaster does not utilize this function at this time and the icon will remain grey.

  • Page 100: Job Profile Panel

    SEEDMASTER 2023 JOB PROFILE PANEL The job profile panel provides the operator or system administrator with the following tools to set up, filter, and select profiles for specific field operations or tasks: On initial bootup the Viper4+ will load the Job Profile screen. To access the Job Profile screen, touch the Job Profile icon.

  • Page 101: Administrator Or User Panel

    Access the system manager utility within the administrator or user panel to perform software updates and CAN node firmware updates. Product software and documentation updates may be made available periodically on the SeedMaster web site: www.seedmaster.ca. Please ensure to only use updates found on the SeedMaster website.

  • Page 102: Machine Configuration Panel

    SEEDMASTER 2023 MACHINE CONFIGURATION PANEL The Machine Panel contains the following utilities for selecting and configuring the various types of vehicles and equipment with which the ROS device will be operated: CAN System Configuration A machine configuration saves vehicle or tractor...

  • Page 103: Creating Job Profiles

    SEEDMASTER 2023 CREATING JOB PROFILES Use Job Profiles for each field. The Job Profile can be used year after year. It stores field data, scouting information (FLIP Maps), AB Lines, and Grower/Farm/Field (GFF) information. 1. Touch the Job Profile Icon.

  • Page 104: Creating Product Profiles

    SEEDMASTER 2023 CREATING PRODUCT PROFILES Create Product Profiles for common applications for upcoming field operations. The product configuration saves the control channel and the product information for various product types. It allows the operator to reselect profiles, quickly resume, or restart an application or operation for various fields.

  • Page 105: Auto Zone Command Look Ahead Time Setup

    99% of a section (zone) to be in a previously applied area before the Auto Zone Command system would turn off that zone. SeedMaster recommends leaving this value at 99%. 6. Use ISO Look-aheads: The monitor can be configured to use look ahead times set on the RCM in “Precision Farming Setup”.

  • Page 106: Viper 4+ Job Quick Start Procedure

    SEEDMASTER 2023 VIPER 4+ JOB QUICK START PROCEDURE Before you go to the field, please review the steps below to ensure your Viper 4+ is field ready. 1. Review ISO TXB Quick Start Procedure (PAGE 23). 2. Review ISO RCM Quick Start Procedure (PAGE 59).

  • Page 107: Viper 4+ Run Screens

    SEEDMASTER 2023 VIPER 4+ RUN SCREENS There are 3 different operator run screens: 3D Guidance, Field Review, and Widget View. After starting a job, you can easily toggle each view by touching the computer icon located on the bottom in the middle of the screen. A selection widget will pop up. The icons from left to right are 3D Guidance View, Field Review map, Browser Page (if V4+ is connected to the internet), and Widget View.

  • Page 108: Managing Screen Layouts

    SEEDMASTER 2023 FIELD REVIEW MAP AB LINE TOOLS SCOUTING TOOLS MANAGING SCREEN LAYOUTS Each run screen layout can be modified or created. If modifying the run screen, it is recommended that a new personalized run screen is created. Follow the procedure below to create a new screen layout.

  • Page 109: Creating A Flip Map And Boundary For Field

    SEEDMASTER 2023 CREATING A FLIP MAP AND BOUNDARY FOR FIELD Follow the procedure below to create a flip map and boundary for an entire field. 1. From the run screen, touch the Scouting Widget. NOTE: If the scouting widget is not on your run screen you will need to add it.
  • Page 110 SEEDMASTER 2023 4. Set how many virtual passes you would like to create. The FLIP widget will default it to one virtual pass. To change this, touch and hold on the FLIP widget. If you would like to shrink the virtual pass, touch the “Distance in”...

  • Page 111: Creating An Inside Flip Map

    SEEDMASTER 2023 CREATING AN INSIDE FLIP MAP Once the outside FLIP & Boundary are created, it is possible to create a FLIP Map inside the field boundary. 1. To begin creating an inside FLIP map simply touch FLIP LEFT or FLIP RIGHT. If you are going around the object clockwise, touch FLIP LEFT.

  • Page 112: Loading A Previously Created Flip Map

    SEEDMASTER 2023 LOADING A PREVIOUSLY CREATED FLIP MAP 1. Start a new job. 2. Touch Scout and choose the appropriate FLIP map for the field. 3. Touch Play. 4. The FLIP map will load automatically. 5. Turn FLIP ON. FLIP WIDGET OFF FLIP WIDGET ON...

  • Page 113: Viper 4+ File Maintenance

    SEEDMASTER 2023 VIPER 4+ FILE MAINTENANCE File Maintenance can be defined as the process of archiving specific files from the Viper 4+ and deleting files that are no longer needed. It is recommended that the user perform this maintenance at the end of each day.

  • Page 114: Rd Party Gps

    SEEDMASTER 2023 PARTY GPS The Viper 4+ system requires a GPS differential correction from a GPS receiver. The GPS receiver that connects to the Viper 4+ is required to output the correct NEMA strings. The NEMA strings required are: 1. GGA @ 10hz 2.

  • Page 115: Setting The Tractor Measurements

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SETTING THE TRACTOR MEASUREMENTS The Viper 4+ and RCM are set up for your specific SeedMaster machine from factory. The Viper 4+ IS NOT SETUP for your specific tractor pulling your SeedMaster machine. It is important to configure the tractor measurements to ensure proper as-applied mapping.

  • Page 116: Importing Prescription Maps

    SEEDMASTER 2023 IMPORTING PRESCRIPTION MAPS The RX map shape file needs to be loaded onto a USB drive before importing them to the Viper 4+. NOTE: THE Viper 4+ needs to be unlocked for RX maps before they can be applied.

  • Page 117: Loading Rx Maps With A Job

    SEEDMASTER 2023 LOADING RX MAPS WITH A JOB After initially starting a job, select the prescription (Rx) rate mode to apply product according to a prescription map stored on the Viper4+ and load it into the job profile or active job operation. This mode allows the Viper 4+ to automatically adjust the target rate for field areas as designated by the prescription map.
  • Page 118 SEEDMASTER 2023 9. The rate reference defaults to the center of the machine. 10. The RX map is ready for applying. Touch the green arrow to continue to job setup. 11. If multiple RX maps are being applied, please repeat the above steps.

  • Page 119: Updating Ecus Via Viper 4

    SEEDMASTER 2023 UPDATING ECUS VIA VIPER 4+ The Viper 4+ can update the SeedMaster Drill Control Module (DCM) or SeedMaster Rate Control Module(s) (RCM(s)). Please follow the procedure below to update either the RCM(s) or DCM. Downloading the ECU Hex Files 1.

  • Page 120: Wifi Or Tethered Remote Support

    SEEDMASTER 2023 WIFI OR TETHERED REMOTE SUPPORT The Viper 4+ can connect to a Wi-Fi network or Tethered Hotspot to perform remote support. NOTE: To ensure the feature works correctly, the Viper 4+ must first be registered on the Slingshot Website using the monitor’s serial number.

  • Page 121: System Electrical Drawings

    SEEDMASTER 2023 SYSTEM ELECTRICAL DRAWINGS IN-CAB VIPER 4+...

  • Page 122: Iso Txb Only

    SEEDMASTER 2023 ISO TXB ONLY REMOTE TANK MONITOR...

  • Page 123: Notes

    SEEDMASTER 2023 NOTES...

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