Amazone Amatron+ User manual

Operating Manual
az
AMATRON+
for
Cirrus Activ and Cayena
on board computer
MG3394
BAG0082.2 10.10
Printed in Germany
Please read this operating
manual before first commis-
sioning.
Keep it in a safe place fo
r
future use!
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2 Amatron+ BAG0082.2 10.10
READING THE INSTRUC-
TION
manual and adhering to it should not appear to
be inconvenient and superfluous as it is not
enough to hear from others and to realise that a
machine is good, to buy it and to believe that now
everything should work by itself. The person con-
cerned would not only harm himself but also
make the mistake of blaming the machine for the
reason of a possible failure instead of himself. In
order to ensure good success one should go into
the mind of a thing, make himself familiar with
every part of the machine and to get acquainte
d
with its handling. Only in this way would you be
satisfied both with the machine as also with
yourself. To achieve this is the purpose of this in-
struction manual.
Leipzig-Plagwitz 1872.

Identification data
Amatron+ BAG0082.2 10.10 3
Identification data
Enter the machine identification data here. You will find the identifica-
tion data on the type plate.
Machine identification number:
(ten-digit)
Type: Amatron+
Year of manufacture:
Basic weight (kg):
Approved total weight (kg):
Maximum load (kg):
Manufacturer's address
AMAZONEN-WERKE
H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG
Postfach 51
D-49202
Tel.:
Fax.:
E-mail:
Hasbergen
+ 49 (0) 5405 50 1-0
+ 49 (0) 5405 501-234
[email protected]
Spare part orders
Spare parts lists are freely accessible in the spare parts portal at
www.amazone.de.
Please send orders to your AMAZONE dealer.
Formalities of the operating manual
Document number: MG3394
Compilation date: 10.10
Copyright AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG, 2010
All rights reserved.
Reprinting, even of sections, only possible with the approval of AMA-
ZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG.

Foreword
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Foreword
Dear Customer,
You have chosen one of the quality products from the wide product
range of AMAZONEN-WERKE, H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG. We
thank you for your confidence in our products.
On receiving the machine, check to see if it was damaged during
transport or if parts are missing. Using the delivery note, check that
the machine was delivered in full including the ordered special equip-
ment. Damage can only be rectified if problems are signalled immedi-
ately!
Before first commissioning, read and understand this operating man-
ual, and particularly the safety information. Only after careful reading
will you be able to benefit from the full scope of your newly purchased
machine.
Please ensure that all the machine operators have read this operating
manual before commissioning the machine.
Should you have problems or queries, please consult this operating
manual or give us a call.
Regular maintenance and timely replacement of worn or damaged
parts increases the lifespan of your machine.
User evaluation
Dear Reader,
We update our operating manuals regularly. Your suggestions for
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us your suggestions by fax.
AMAZONEN-WERKE
H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG
Postfach 51
D-49202
Tel.:
Fax.:
E-mail:
Hasbergen
+ 49 (0) 5405 50 1-0
+ 49 (0) 5405 501-234
[email protected]

Table of Contents
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1User Information..........................................................................................7
1.1 Purpose of the document.........................................................................................................7
1.2 Locations in the operating manual...........................................................................................7
1.3 Diagrams used.........................................................................................................................7
2General Safety Instructions ........................................................................8
2.1 Representation of safety symbols............................................................................................8
3Installation instructions ..............................................................................9
3.1 Anschluss.................................................................................................................................9
3.2 Battery cable..........................................................................................................................10
4Product description...................................................................................11
4.1 Keys and function fields.........................................................................................................12
4.1.1 Shift ke...................................................................................................................................13
4.2 Entries on AMATRON+....................................................................................................14
4.3 Entering text and numbers.....................................................................................................14
4.3.1 Selection of options................................................................................................................15
4.3.2 Toggle function ......................................................................................................................15
4.4 Software version....................................................................................................................15
4.5 Hierarchy of the AMATRON+...........................................................................................16
5Commissioning..........................................................................................17
5.1 Start screen............................................................................................................................17
5.2 Main menu .............................................................................................................................17
5.3 Machine data entry ................................................................................................................18
5.3.1 Entering interval tramline control (machine data ) ..................................................21
5.3.2 Calibrating distance sensor (machine )...................................................................22
5.4 Starting a job..........................................................................................................................24
5.4.1 External job............................................................................................................................25
5.5 Calibration test.......................................................................................................................26
5.5.1 Calibration test with divided hopper (optional for Cayena)....................................................28
5.6 Setup menu............................................................................................................................29
5.6.1 Terminal setup .......................................................................................................................35
6Use on the field..........................................................................................37
6.1 Specified quantity adjustment................................................................................................37
6.2 Preselection for hydraulic functions.......................................................................................37
6.3 Displaying work menu............................................................................................................38
6.4 Functions in work menu.........................................................................................................40
6.4.1 Tramline control.....................................................................................................................40
6.4.2 Markers..................................................................................................................................41
6.4.3 Switching part widths (only electric full dosing / Cirrus)....................................................42
6.4.4 Electric full dosing..................................................................................................................43
6.4.5 KG raising (Cirrus Activ).............................................................................................44
6.4.6 Coulter pressure and harrow pressure (Cirrus Activ)...................................................44
6.4.7 Folding the machine...............................................................................................................45
6.4.8 Headland on all wheels..........................................................................................................46
6.4.9 Information on full dosing.......................................................................................................46
6.5 Cirrus Activ ...................................................................................................................47
6.5.1 Procedure for use ..................................................................................................................47
6.5.2 Key assignment in work menu Cirrus Activ..................................................................48
6.6 Cayena .............................................................................................................................50
6.6.1 Procedure for use ..................................................................................................................50
6.6.2 Key assignment in work menu Cayena............................................................................51
6.7 Assignment of multi-function stick .........................................................................................53

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7Multi-function stick ................................................................................... 54
7.1 Installation............................................................................................................................. 54
7.2 Function................................................................................................................................. 54
8Malfunction................................................................................................ 55
8.1 Alarm..................................................................................................................................... 55
8.2 Failure of the distance sensor............................................................................................... 56

User Information
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1 User Information
The User Information section supplies information on use of the oper-
ating manual.
1.1 Purpose of the document
This operating manual
Describes the operation and maintenance of the machine.
Provides important information on safe and efficient handling of
the machine.
Is a component part of the machine and should always be kept
with the machine or the traction vehicle.
Keep it in a safe place for future use.
1.2 Locations in the operating manual
All the directions specified in the operating manual are always seen
from the direction of travel.
1.3 Diagrams used
Handling instructions and reactions
Activities to be carried out by the user are given as numbered instruc-
tions. Always keep to the order of the handling instructions. The reac-
tion to the handling instructions is given by an arrow.
Example:
1. Handling instruction 1
Reaction of the machine to handling instruction 1
2. Handling instruction 2
Lists
Lists without an essential order are shown as a list with bullets.
Example:
Point 1
Point 2
Number items in diagrams
Numbers in round brackets refer to the item numbers in the diagrams.
The first number refers to the diagram and the second number to the
item in the figure.
Example: (Fig. 3/6)
Figure 3
Item 6

General Safety Instructions
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2 General Safety Instructions
Comply with the instructions in the operating manual
Knowledge of the basic safety information and safety regulations is a
basic requirement for safe handling and fault-free machine operation.
The operation manual
Must always be kept at the place at which the machine is oper-
ated.
Must always be easily accessible for the user and maintenance
personnel.
Check all the available safety equipment regularly.
2.1 Representation of safety symbols
Safety instructions are indicated by the triangular safety symbol and
the highlighted signal word. The signal word (DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION) describes the gravity of the risk and has the following sig-
nificance:
DANGER
Indicates an immediate high risk which will result in death or
serious physical injury (loss of body parts or long term damage)
if not avoided.
If the instructions are not followed, then this will result in imme-
diate death or serious physical injury.
WARNING
Indicates a medium risk, which could result in death or (serious)
physical injury if not avoided.
If the instructions are not followed, then this may result in death
or serious physical injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a low risk which could incur minor or medium level
physical injury or damage to property if not avoided.
IMPORTANT
Indicates an obligation to special behaviour or an activity re-
quired for proper machine handling.
Non-compliance with these instructions can cause faults on the
machine or in the environment.
NOTE
Indicates handling tips and particularly useful information.
These instructions will help you to use all the functions of your
machine to the optimum.

Installation instructions
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3 Installation instructions
3.1 Anschluss
The tractor basic equipment (Fig. 1/1, Konsole mit Verteiler)
console with distributor) must be installed to the right of the
driver in the cabin, within visual range and easy to access, vibra-
tion-free and electrically connected.
For the installation, the paint must be removed from the installa-
tion points in order to prevent electrostatic charge.
The distance from the radio unit or aerial must be at least 1 m.
Fig. 1
Connections to tractor's basic equipment:
The battery cable (Fig. 1/5).
Signal cable from the tractor signal socket or distance sensor
(Fig. 1/4).
Connecting cable to AMATRON+ (Fig. 1/6).
To operate
Plug the AMATRON+(Fig. 1/2) into the
tractor's basic equipment.
Insert the connector of the connecting cable
(Fig. 1/6) into the middle 9-pin Sub-D-
bushing (Fig. 2/1).
Connect the machine via the connector
(Fig. 1/3) to the AMATRON+verbinden.
The multifunction stick (Fig. 1/7) is con-
nected using a Y-cable (Fig. 1/8).
The serial interface (Fig. 2/2) allows a PDA
to be connected.
Fig. 2

Installation instructions
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3.2 Battery cable
The required operating voltage is 12 V and must
taken directly from the battery.
Before connecting the
AMATRON+to a tractor with sev-
eral batteries, it must be clarified, by
referring to the tractor operating in-
structions or by asking the tractor ma-
nufacturer, which battery the computer
must be connected to!
1. Install and secure the battery cable from the
tractor cab to the tractor battery. When in-
stalling the battery cable, make sure there
are no kinks.
2. Shorten the battery cable to the appropriate
length.
3. Strip the cable end (Fig. 3) approx. 250 to
300 mm.
Strip the cable ends (Fig. 3) individually
5 mm.
Fig. 3
4. Insert the blue cable core (earth) into loose
ring lug (Fig. 4/1).
5. Pass pinch through with pliers.
6. Insert brown cable core (+ 12 volts) into free
end of connector (Fig. 4/2) einführen
7. Pass pinch through with pliers.
8. Shrink-fit connector (Fig. 4/2) with heat
source (lighter or hairdryer) until the adhe-
sive emerges.
9. Connect the battery cable to the tractor
battery:
Brown cable core to +.
Blue cable core to -.
Fig. 4

Product description
Amatron+ BAG0082.2 10.10 11
4 Product description
AMATRON+makes it easy to control, operate and monitor
AMAZONE machines.
The AMATRON+can be used for various field sprayers, fertiliser
spreaders and seed drills.
This operating manual shows operation of the AMAZONE ma-
chines Cirrus Aktiv and Cayena with the AMATRON+.
Operation with the AMATRON+differs according to the type and
equipment of the machine.
The AMATRON+ontrols a machine computer, providing it with all
the necessary information and taking charge of the area-based regu-
lation of the spray rate, depending on the current operational speed.
The AMATRON+consists of the main menu, the work menu and
the tramlines menu
Main menu (Fig. 5)
The main menu consists of several submenus in
which, before work
data must be entered,
settings are determined or must be entered.
Fig. 5
Work menu (Fig. 6)
During operation, the work menu indicates
all necessary spreading data.
The machine is operated via the work menu
during use.
Press :
Change from the main menu tothe work
menu.
Fig. 6
Tramline rhythms menu
To find the correct tramline rhythm.
Press :
Change from themain menu to the tramline
rhythms menu

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4.1 Keys and function fields
The functions indicated at the right display edge
by a function field (box or diagonally divided box)
are controlled via the two rows of keys to the
right of the display..
f boxes appear on the display, only the right
key ( (Fig. 7/1) is assigned to the func-tion
field (Fig. 7/A).
f the boxes are diagonally divided:
the left key (Fig. 7
/
2) is assigned to the
top left function field (Fig. 7/B)
zugeordnet.
the right key (Fig. 7/3) is assigned to
the bottom right function field (Fig.
7/C).
Fig. 7
On/Off (Always switch off the AMATRON+when driving on public
roads).
Return to last menu
Switch between work menu - main menu
Cancel entry
To work menu (hold down key at least 1 second)
Scroll to other menu pages (only possible if (Fig. 7/4) ppears in
display)
Move cursor left in display
Move cursor right in display
Take over selected numbers and letters
Confirm critical alarm
100% quantity in work menu
Move cursor up in display
Increase specified quantity during work by percentage applica-
tion rate increase (e.g.:+10%) (Adjusting percentage application
rate increase, see page 37)
Move cursor down in display
Reduce specified quantity during work by percentage application
rate increase (e.g.:-10%) (Adjusting percentage application rate
increase, see page 37).

Product description
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4.1.1 Shift ke
The shift key is located on the back of the
unit (Fig. 8/1).
When the Shift-key is activated, this is indi-
cated on the display (Fig. 9/1).
When the Shift-key is actuated, further func-
tion fields appear (Fig. 10) and the assign-
ment of the function keys is altered accord-
ingly.
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10

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4.2 Entries on AMATRON+
For operation of the AMATRON+
the function fields appear in this oper-
ating manual in order to make clear
that the key for the respective function
field must be pressed.
Example:
Function field : Description in the operating
manual::
Carry out function A.
Action:
The operator uses the key (Fig. 11/1), assigned
to the function field to perform function A.
Fig. 11
4.3 Entering text and numbers
f it is necessary to enter texts or numbers on the
AMATRON+, the input menu (Fig. 12).
n the lower part of the display, a selection field
(Fig. 12/1) appears with letters, numbers and
arrows which can be used to compose the input
line (Fig. 12/2).
, , , Choose letters or
numbers in the selection field (Fig. 12/3).
Confirm the selection
(Fig. 12/3).
Delete the input line..
Switch between upper and lower
case.
confirm the text entered.
The arrows in the selection field (Fig. 12/4)
llow movement in the text line.
The arrow in the selection field (Fig. 12/4)
eletes the last entry.
Fig. 12

Product description
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4.3.1 Selection of options
1. / Position the selection
arrow (Fig. 13/1).
2. Apply the selection (Fig. 13/2).
3. Confirm the selection.
Fig. 13
4.3.2 Toggle function
Switching functions on/off:
Press function key (Fig. 14/2) once
Function on (Fig. 14/1).
Again press function key
Function off.
Fig. 14
4.4 Software version
This operating manual is valid from software version:
Machine:
MHX-version: 6.01.02a
IOP-version: 7.4.1
Terminal:
BIN-version: 3.22.0

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4.5 Hierarchy of the AMATRON+
Main menu Operational menu
Job menu Calibrate machine menu
Entry:
Name
Note
Selection
(kg/ha or K/m2)
Seed type
Start/continue
job
Daily data
Delete hectare
Delete hours
Display:
Job number
Name of job
Note
Specified quantity
Seed type
Calibrated gearbox
position
Area already
worked
Hours (h) already
worked
Average hours/ha
Sowing rate (kg)
Trip data
area/hours/quantity
Entry
Seed drills with gearbox:
Required sowing rate
(kg/ha or K/m2)
Gearbox position for calibration
test
Seed quantity (kg)
collected from the calibration test.
Entry
Seed drills with full dosing:
Required sowing rate
(kg/ha or K/m2)
Planned later
working speed (km/h)
Fill cells of dosing wheels before
calibration test
Seed quantity (kg)
collected from the calibration test
Setup menu Machine data menu
Entry:
Diagnosis input
Diagnosis output
Enter simulated speed
Select basic data
- Select machine type
- Working width
- Configure tramline
system
- Configure seed rate
setting
- Pre-emergence mar-
ker
- Track marker sensor
- Level sensor
- Blower fan alarm
- Sowing shaft sensor
- Alarm delay time
sowing shaft/dosing
unit
- Alarm delay time
tramline system
- Alarm delay time
lay shaft (cam
wheel seed drill)
- Running time, pre-
dosing unit (only
for full dosing)
- Tool I, II, III
- Turning on roller
- Hopper
- Working position
sensor
- Track markers
Display settings
- Set national lan-
guage
Entry:
Tramline control
Interval spacing
Increased/reduced seed quantity
(%)
Calibration value (Imp./100 m)
Blower fan speed
Fill level
Fill machine
Fill level alarm
Seed rate reduction for tramline
Control factor

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5 Commissioning
5.1 Start screen
After the AMATRON+is switched on with
machine computer connected, the start menu
(Fig. 15) und zeigt die Terminal – Softwarever-
sions- Nr. an.
appears and indicates the terminal software ver-
sion number.
After approx. 2 seconds the AMATRON+
automatically goes to the main menu.
If after the AMATRON+is switched on data
are loaded from the machine computer, e.g. in
event of
use of a new machine computer
use of a new AMATRON+terminal
after RESET of the AMATRON+termi-
nal
this is indicated on the start screen (Fig. 15).
Fig. 15
5.2 Main menu
Job menu: Entry of data for a job. Be-
fore commencement of sowing, start
the job (see on page 24).
Seed drill calibration menu: Carry out
calibration test before starting sowing
(see on page 26).
On the Cayena with divided hopper,
there are two function fields for sepa-
rate calibration.
Machine data menu: Entry of machine-
specific or individual data (see on page
18).
Setup menu: Entry and readout of data
for customer service in event of main-
tenance or fault (see on page 29).
Fig. 16

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5.3 Machine data entry
Select "Machine data" in main menu!
Page 1 in machine data menu (Fig. 17):
Enter the required tramline rhythm
(see tables Tabellen Fig. 18, Fig. 19).
Enter the interval tramline control
(see on page 21).
Enter the percentage application rate
increase in % (value for percentage sowing
rate change during work with ,
).
Calibrate the distance sensor (see
on page 22).
Fig. 17
Tramline rhythm
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 20 21 22 23 26 32 35
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 1
1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 1 2
2 3 3 3 3 3 3 0 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 2 3
4 4 4 4 4 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 4 3 4
5 5 5 5 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 5 4 5
6 6 6 0 7 6 6 6 6 6 6 5 5 6 5 6
7 7 8 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 6 6 7 6 7
8 9 0 8 8 8 8 8 8 7 8 7 8
10 10 9 9 9 9 9 9 8 9 8 9
10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10
11 11 11 11 11 10 11
12 12 12 12 12
13 13 13 13
14 14 14
15 15
Tramline counter
Switching 15 starts no tramlines.
16
Fig. 18

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Double tramline control
18 links
18 rechts
19 links
19 rechts
24 links
24 rechts
25 links
25 rechts
27 links
27 rechts
28 links
28 rechts
29 links
29 rechts
30 links
30 rechts
31 links
31 rechts
33 links
33 rechts
34 links
34 rechts
36 links
36 rechts
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 2 2 0 0 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
0 3 3 0 3 3 3 3 3 3 0 3 3 3 0 3 3 3 3 3 3 0
4 4 4 4 0 4 4 4 4 4 0 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 0 5 5 5 5 0 0 5 5 5 5 5
6 6 6 6 6 6 0 6 0 6 6 0 6 6 6 6 0 6 6 6
7 0 0 7 0 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 0 7
8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 0 8
9 9 9 9 9 0 0 9 9 0 9 9 9 9 9 9
10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 0 10 10 10 10
11 11 11 11 11 11 0 11 11 11
12 0 0 12 12 12 12 12 12 0
13 13 13 13 13 0 13 13 13 13
14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14
15 15 15 15 15 15
0 16 16 0 16 16
17 17 17 17 17 0
18 18 18 18 18 18
19 19
20 20
21 21
Tramline counter
22 0
Fig. 19
It is not possible for Cayena to establish double tramlines!

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Page 2 in machine data menu (Fig. 20)
Adopt the current fan speed (rpm)
during operation as the speed to be moni-
tored.
Enter the fan speed (rpm) that is to
be monitored.
Enter the current fill level (kg) in the
hopper.
Enter the refill quantity (kg).
Enter the remaining quantity level
(kg) in the seed box at which the level alarm
should be triggered.
The AMATRON+triggers an alarm
when
the theoretically calculated remaining
quantity is achieved or
the level sensor (optional) is no longer
covered with seed.
Fig. 20
Page 3 in the machine data menu (Fig. 21)
Enter the seed volume reduction (in
%) when starting a tramline (see table Fig.
22, only necessary for machines without
seed return to hopper).
Enter the control factor for the diesel
engines.
Standard value: 1
Fig. 21