Table of contents START SIMPLE GUIDANCE NO.1 POWER ON NO.2 HOME SCREEN System Setup .................................1 Simple or Advanced Mode ............................1 NO.3 GO TO CONFIGURATION 1) Set Up the Local Cultural Settings ...............................2 3) Set Up the Implement ....................................3 Implement Settings per Equipment Present .......................3 Single Section Setup ..............................3 Section(s) with ISOBUS Sprayer/Spreader Setup ......................4 Multiple Sections with SDM/SFM and DCM with ISM/ASB Setup ...................5...
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Aeros 9040 Field Computer Configure Product ....................................... 19 APPLICATION MAPPING Duplicating and Transferring Maps ..........................20 Coverage Map ....................................... 20 Prescription Map ......................................20 Application Map ......................................21 Target Rate Map ......................................21 Target Rates ................................21 INFORMATION ON GUIDANCE MODES Vehicle View ........................................22 Field View ........................................
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Aeros 9040 Field Computer Setup ..........................................37 Enable/Disable DSM ...............................37 Nozzle Selection / Current Nozzle ...........................37 Input/Output Module Pressure Sensor ........................37 Operation ........................................38 Status Bar ................................38 Droplet Size Chart................................38 Guidance Bar ................................38 REVERSE SENSE MODULE Reverse on Guidance Screens ..........................39 GROUND SPEED OVERRIDE BOOMPILOT BoomPilot Start Mode .............................40...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer START SIMPLE GUIDANCE NO.1 POWER ON NO.2 HOME SCREEN Once the power up sequence has completed, the Home screen will Bright Touch Screen appear with the options to start a new job or continue an existing job. Home Button Favorites Button Power Button...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer NO.3 GO TO CONFIGURATION From the Home screen, select the System Setup bottom button to configure the console, the machine and its implements. Four side tabs access options for Machine/Implement Configuration, Data Management, Console Settings, and Tools. Side Tabs Configuration side tab Data Management side tab...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer 3) Set Up the Implement Implement Setup is used to establish the various settings associated with straight mode, spreader mode, or staggered mode. Available settings will vary depending on the specific equipment present in the system. Implement Settings per Equipment Present This section includes setup options for these implement configurations:...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer ►BoomPilot Start Mode – used to establish whether BoomPilot ►Applied Alert – used to establish an alert to signal when exiting will be controlled by speed or by the BoomPilot icon or entering an applied area ►BoomPilot Icon –...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Multiple Sections with SDM/SFM and DCM with ISM/ASB Setup Multiple Sections with SDM/SFM and DCM with ISM/ASB Setup is used when a Section Driver Module (SDM) or Switch Function Module (SFM) is on the system along with a Dual Control Module (DCM) with either a Input Status Module (ISM) or Automatic Switch Box (ASB).
Aeros 9040 Field Computer ►Lateral Implement Offset Distance – used to define the Figure 1: Implement Type – Straight lateral distance from the centre line of the machine to the centre of the implement ►Overlap* – used to define the amount of overlap allowed when using automatic boom section control ►Delay On Time* –...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Spreader – TeeJet A virtual line is created in line with the delivery disks from which the application section or sections can vary in length and can be at different distances from the line (availability depends on the specific equipment in the system).
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Lateral Implement Offset Distance Adjustment Lateral implement offset distance is used to enter the distance from the centre line of the machine to the centre of the implement. When on-screen mapping shows no overlap or gap, yet field application produces an overlap or gap consistently to only one side in the direction of travel, an adjustment to the lateral implement offset distance should be calculated and made to the implement offset...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Lateral Implement Offset Adjustment To calculate an implement offset adjustment using adjacent guidelines: 1. Create a straight AB line. as if you were operating the implement, and place flags at the outside edges of the 2.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer NO.4 START NEW JOB OR CONTINUE JOB Once the power up sequence has completed, the Home screen will appear with the option to start a new job or continue an existing job. The Setup for the specific machine and its components must be console must have GNSS before starting or continuing a job.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer NO.5 SET UP GUIDANCE 1) Choose a Guidance Mode To choose a Guidance Mode: Three guidance screens assist in keeping you informed. 1. Press NAVIGATION AND GUIDANCE OPTIONS tab display navigation options. Vehicle View Guidance creates a computer-generated image of the 2.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer 2) Establish an AB guideline 3) Create an Application Boundary 1. Drive to the desired location of Point A Application boundaries establish areas where product is and is not applied while using ABSC or BoomPilot. Boundaries can be 2.
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Aeros 9040 Field Computer Figure 11: Boundary in Progress Figure 14: Add Interior Boundary 0.00 5.48 Mark A km/h km/h 2.32 Mark A km/h While creating an external or initial boundary, the boundary line will be to the exterior of the outermost active section. While creating an interior or additional boundary, the boundary line will be to the interior of the innermost active section.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer ADD RATE CONTROL The Aeros 9040 provides two options for rate control. ►ISOBUS Universal Terminal (UT) – gives access to an ISOBUS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) options and operation. This provides crop sprayer or spreader control when integrated into the implement of either capability. ►TeeJet Dual Control Module –...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Mapping Configure Product GNSS-based product application mapping is available in Vehicle When a rate control system is present, Product options are available for configuring product control channel names, product volumes, View or Field View. Mapping can record areas covered by the implement (Coverage) or how much product has been applied and application rates, increment for adjusting rates, and maximum/ where (Application) and can direct single- and variable-rate product...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer TEEJET DUAL CONTROL MODULE Rate Control Screen Overview When a Dual Control Module (DCM) is integrated into the system, rate control options are easily accessible from the Rate Control screen and mapping options are available on the Vehicle View and Field View guidance screens. NOTE: For detailed setup instructions, refer to the supplemental TeeJet Dual Control Module Rate Control guide.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Configure Control Channels Device Setup When a Dual Control Module (DCM) is present, Device Setup When a Dual Control Module (DCM) is present, Control Channels options are available for configuring the DCM, associated Control options are available for associating a device serial number to a DCM, and a DCM and identification to a Product Control Channel or Channels, and TankMatic (automatic tank filling system).
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Product Control Channels TankMatic When a Dual Control Module (DCM) is present, Product Control When a TankMatic is present, TankMatic options are available to Channels are used to configure product-control communication establish the empty, minimum, and maximum levels for the tank, and channels for the DCM.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Configure Product When a rate control system is present, Product options are available for configuring product control channel names, product volumes, application rates, increment for adjusting rates, and maximum/ minimum rate limits and corresponding display colours for mapping. 1.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer APPLICATION MAPPING Duplicating and Transferring Maps GNSS-based product application mapping is available in Vehicle Maps are stored in the job data. Using Data - > Job Data - > Manage, View or Field View, in any guidance mode when a rate controller job data containing maps can be duplicated, or transferred to is on the system.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer With Fieldware Link (v5.01 or later), users can import VRA jobs created Target Rate Map in Fieldware Link, as well as export job data from the console, edit the Target Rate Map shows the target application rate that the rate included maps to create Target Rate or Prescription Maps, and transfer controller attempted to achieve at each location.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer INFORMATION ON GUIDANCE MODES Vehicle View Vehicle View creates a computer-generated image of the vehicle position displayed in the application area. From this screen all setup, mapping, and navigation options can be accessed via the Options tabs on the right side of the screen. To access the Vehicle View screen: 1.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Field View Field View creates a computer-generated image of the vehicle position and application area from an aerial perspective. From this screen, all setup and navigation options, as well as Pan Mode and mapping options, can be accessed via the Option tabs on the right side of the screen.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer RealView Guidance RealView Guidance allows live video input to be displayed instead of a computer-generated image. From this screen all setup and navigation options can be accessed via the tabs on the right side of the screen. To adjust the camera view [reverse, upside down], go to Setup->...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer GUIDANCE MODES Straight AB Guidance Straight AB Guidance provides straight-line guidance based on A and B reference points. The original A and B points are used to calculate all other parallel guidelines. NOTE: Offset to adjacent guidelines will be calculated using the guidance width: see “Configuration”...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer GUIDANCE SCREEN ICONS Navigation and Guidance Options Guidance Mode Nozzle Flow Monitor Guidance Mode – access to guidance mode Nozzle Fault Reset – clears any nozzle fault options indications. Straight AB Guidance – provides straight- Return to Point line guidance based on A and B reference Mark Point –...
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Aeros 9040 Field Computer Screen Options RealView Guidance Options Zoom In/Out Vehicle View – icons adjust the vehicle’s Video Camera Select – selects one of up to view or perspective to the horizon from eight camera views if a Video Selection Module vehicle view to bird’s-eye view.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer GUIDANCE BAR The Guidance bar keeps you informed of your choice of selectable information, navigation activity, and section status. Navigation Activity & Boom Status Selectable Information GNSS Status – displays “No GNSS” when GNSS is unavailable, or Speed –...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer STATUS BAR The Status Bar provides information on GNSS status, guidance Assisted/Auto Steering Status mode, boundary area, assisted/auto steering engagement, tilt Green = engaged, actively steering correction, implement control status, droplet/pressure status, nozzle Yellow = enabled, all conditions have been met to allow for flow status, and rate control status.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer GUIDANCE FEATURES DETAILS A+ Nudge Feature Azimuth Degree An azimuth is defined as a horizontal angle measured The A+ Nudge feature allows the current guideline to be shifted to the vehicle’s current location. clockwise from a north baseline. When using an azimuth, the point from which the azimuth originates is the centre of an imaginary To adjust the guideline: circle.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Return to Point Guidance to a Return Point Return to Point provides guidance back to an established point in To show distance and guidance to the established return point: Vehicle View and Field View. In Vehicle View an arrow directs the 1.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Next Guideline Feature BOOMPILOT If more than one guideline is saved, the Next Depending on if there is a section control system present and when Guideline feature will become available. By present what kind of section control is being used as well as what pressing the Next Guideline option, the vehicle will be directed to options are enabled, there are multiple options for BoomPilot section the next guideline saved in the console.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer No Section Control Module ISOBUS Sprayer If a section control system is not present, the BoomPilot Icon or an If an ISOBUS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is present, the BoomPilot optional work on/off switch is used to turn the single section on or off. Icon or an optional switchbox can be used to turn the boom on or Only one section width will be illustrated and the status bar will have off.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer With Switchbox With an ISOBUS Implement Status Module (ISO ISM) All ISOBUS rate control configurations should be setup before All ISOBUS rate control configurations should be setup before starting BoomPilot. Automatic or Manual Regulation Mode should not starting BoomPilot.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer To switch application off or on automatically: With TeeJet Section Control Module and 1. Press NAVIGATION AND GUIDANCE OPTIONS tab Switchbox or ISM display navigation options. SmartCable, Section Driver Module (SDM) or Switch Function 2. Press BOOMPILOT icon Module (SFM) and a switchbox or Implement Status Module (ISM) is ◄Automatic –...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer ADDITIONAL IMPLEMENT OPTIONS NOZZLE SELECTION Preset When the system includes a Pressure Sensor Interface Kit (PSIK), Nozzle presets allow saving of up to five nozzles for quick recall. or a Dual Control Module with Product Control Application Type set to “Liquid”...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Current Nozzle DROPLET SIZE MONITOR Current Nozzle shows the active nozzle for determining current When the system includes a Pressure Sensor Interface Kit (PSIK), droplet size information. Nozzles must be preset to be available for or a Dual Control Module with Product Control Application Type set current nozzle selection.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Operation Guidance Bar The Guidance bar keeps you informed of your choice of selectable Status Bar information including Current System Pressure and Current Droplet Droplet/Pressure Status displays information regarding the current Size. status of the droplet size and system pressure. 1.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Reverse on Guidance Screens GROUND SPEED OVERRIDE While traveling in reverse, having BoomPilot in Reverse active Available with a Dual Control Module (DCM) when using a Automatic will allow for automatic section control. Application mapping and Switchbox (ASB) or Input Status Module (ISM), Ground Speed application rate control will function as if the machine was going Override (GSO) is the minimum speed used for automatic application...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer BOOMPILOT BoomPilot Start Mode Depending on if there is a section control system present and when BoomPilot Start Mode is used to set if the BoomPilot control is present what kind of section control is being used as well as what started automatically by speed, or manually by the BoomPilot icon.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer DATA MANAGEMENT NOZZLE FLOW MONITOR When a Nozzle Flow Monitor Kit is present, Nozzle Flow Monitor options are used to configure flow limits and alarm behavior, and to run the nozzle flow balance process. Data Management allows for transfer and management of job data, reporting of job data, changing of job mode, and transfer and NOTE: For detailed setup instructions, refer to the supplemental management of machine settings.
Aeros 9040 Field Computer Job Data Machine Settings Machine Settings is used to transfer profiles for machine When in advanced job mode, job data options are used to transfer settings (delete, import, export) and manage profiles for job information (delete, import, export) and manage job information machine settings (create a new profile, copy or delete a profile, (create a new job, delete a job, or copy a job’s Guidelines, save the current profile to the selected profile, or load the...
Aeros 9040 Field Computer SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS The following diagrams are reflective of typical Aeros configurations. Due to the variety of possible configurations, this should be used for reference purposes only. Figure 26: Aeros IC18 Spreader TeeJet CAN Options RealView Camera Aeros Console 9040 Video Selector Module RXA-30 GPS Antenna...
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Aeros 9040 Field Computer Figure 27: Aeros IC18 Sprayer with FieldPilot Pro or UniPilot Pro Steering System TeeJet CAN Options RealView Camera Aeros Console 9040 Video Selector Module RXA-30 GPS Antenna Terminator GPS GLONASS Antenna RX510 GPS Receiver / RX610 GPS Receiver to Aeros Console 45-05953 - Areos ISOBUS-CAN Harness 45-05968 - Harness, Aeros UT,...
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Aeros 9040 Field Computer Figure 28: Aeros DCM TeeJet CAN Options RXA-30 GPS Antenna GPS GLONASS Antenna RealView Camera RX510 GPS Receiver / RX610 GPS Receiver Video Selector Module Terminator Aeros Console 9040 to Aeros Console 45-05884 - Areos Basic CAN Harness FieldPilot AutoSteer System to RS-232 Reverse Sense Module...
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AEROS 9040 U S E R G U I D E START SIMPLE GUIDANCE NO.1 POWER ON NO.2 HOME SCREEN NO.3 GO TO CONFIGURATION 1) Set Up the Local Cultural Settings 2) Set Up the GNSS 3) Set Up the Implement NO.4 START NEW JOB OR CONTINUE JOB NO.5 SET UP GUIDANCE 1) Choose a Guidance Mode...
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