Amazone AMADOS-II User manual

MG 405
DB 531.3 (GB) 05.00
Printed in Germany
Operating Instructions
for On-Board-Computer
Error
km/h
1/min
123 3
0I
km/h +1
+
10%
10%
kg/ha
ha
100%
ha
_
1/min
MOD
mImp. Cal.
kg/ ha
1
40
100 m
Start
C
+_
Eingabe
Input
Σ
STOP
Beforestartingtooperate,
please carefully read and
adheretothisoperationmanual
and safety advice!
GB

2
AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
Copyright © 2000 by AMAZONEN-WERKE
H. Dreyer GmbH & Co. KG
D-49202 Hasbergen-Gaste
Germany
All rights reserved
On receipt of the compouter
On receipt of the computer, please check whether
transportdamagehasoccuredorwhetheranypartsare
missing! Only immediate claims to be filed with the
forwarding agency may lead to replacement. Please
check whether all parts mentioned in the following are
provided.

3
AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
braun
+
-
blau
12 V
Error
km/h
1/min
123 3
0I
km/h +1
+
10%
10%
kg/ha
ha
100%
ha
_
1/min
MOD
mImp. Cal.
kg/ ha
1
40
100 m
Start
C
+_
Eingabe
Input
Σ
STOP
or
adaptor cable for existing signal plug at
the tractor (tractor specific)
1.
2.
16A
"AMADOS-II"theelectronicmonitoring-,controlling
and regulating system consisting of:
1. Basic unit "AMADOS-II",
consisting of:
Computer.
Console.
Battery connecting cable with plug and fuse (16A).
at random:
2. Sensor "X" for fitting to wheels- and cardan
shafts
consisting of:
Sensor "X" cardan shaft/wheel
Universal mounting kit for Sensor "X" (cardan shaft/
wheel).
Complete with
• 6 magnets, 6 brass bolts with nuts and washers.
• Mounting clamp with magnet 27/51.
• Mounting clamp with magnet 50/70.
• 10 cable strips.
or
2. Adaptorcablefor"AMADOS-II"forexistingsignal-
socket on tractors (tractor specific)

AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
4Contents
Contents.....................................................................................................................................................Page
1.0 Informations about the computer................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Manufacturer...................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 AMADOS-II ........................................................................................................................................ 6
1.3 Function description ........................................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Keypad layout .................................................................................................................................... 7
2.0 ImportantInformations ....................................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Attention Symbol................................................................................................................................ 9
2.2 Hint-Symbol ....................................................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Declined use of the machine.............................................................................................................. 9
2.4 Safety advices.................................................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Important hints for the use of the "AMADOS-II" with the centrifugal broadcaster
or as a pure hectare counter. ............................................................................................................. 9
3.0 Operating Instructions .................................................................................................................. 11
3.1 Operation mode "centrifugal broadcaster" ................................................................................. 11
3.1.1 In General ........................................................................................................................................ 12
3.1.1.1 AMADOS-II on/off switching ............................................................................................................ 12
3.1.1.2 Dial implement-specific data (values) .............................................................................................. 12
3.1.2 Putting to operation (short instruction)....................................................................................... 12
3.1.3 Preparations for starting the operation “DETAILED INSTRUCTION” ....................................... 13
3.1.3.1 Enterings regarding the implement type (mode "1")......................................................................... 13
3.1.3.2 Entering the implement-specific data ............................................................................................... 14
3.1.3.2.1 Entering the spread rate................................................................................................................... 14
3.1.3.2.2 Enter working width.......................................................................................................................... 14
3.1.3.2.3 Calibrating the distance sensor........................................................................................................ 15
3.1.3.2.4 Fertiliser calibration .......................................................................................................................... 16
3.1.4 Putting into operation in the field................................................................................................. 18
3.1.4.1 Conducting the start function ........................................................................................................... 18
3.1.4.2 Changing the spread rate during fertilising operation....................................................................... 18
3.1.4.3 Spreading extremely small spread rated, e. g. green manure seed and slug pellets....................... 18
3.1.4.3.1 Special case spreading rye grass .................................................................................................... 18
3.1.4.4 Function-keys and their use during the spreading operation ........................................................... 20
3.1.4.4.1 Forward speed k.p.h. ....................................................................................................................... 20
3.1.4.4.2 Hectare meter .................................................................................................................................. 20
3.1.4.4.3 Part distance counter ...................................................................................................................... 20
3.1.4.3 Pto-speed monitor............................................................................................................................ 21
3.1.5 Emptying the hopper ........................................................................................................................ 22
3.1.6 Maintenance and care...................................................................................................................... 22
3.1.6.1 Calibrating the servo-motors ............................................................................................................ 22
3.1.7 Operation in the event of electrical failure ........................................................................................ 22
3.1.8 Fault messages................................................................................................................................ 23
3.2 Operation mode "Seed drill" ......................................................................................................... 25
3.2.1 In General ........................................................................................................................................ 28
3.2.1.1 AMADOS-II on/off switching ............................................................................................................ 28
3.2.1.2 Dial implement-specific data (values) .............................................................................................. 28
3.2.2 Putting to operation (short instruction)....................................................................................... 28
3.2.3 Preparations for starting the operation “DETAILED INSTRUCTION” ....................................... 30
3.2.3.1 Enterings regarding the implement type and implement execution (Mode “1” to “6”)...................... 30
3.2.3.2 Calibrating setting motor (only at seed drills w i t h seed rate adjustment) .................................... 34
3.2.3.2.1 Compare displayed and actual gearbox setting lever position
(only on seed drills w i t h seed rate adjustment) ........................................................................... 34
3.2.3.2.2 Deviations between displayed and actual gearbox setting lever position......................................... 35

AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
Contents 5
3.2.3.3 Entering the implement-specific data ............................................................................................... 36
3.2.3.3.1 Calibrating distance sensor.............................................................................................................. 36
3.2.3.3.2 Enter the working width.................................................................................................................... 39
3.2.3.3.3 Enter the seed rate value................................................................................................................. 39
(only on seed drills with seed rate remote control)........................................................................... 39
3.2.3.3.4 Conducting the calibration test......................................................................................................... 40
3.2.3.3.5 Programming tramline rhythm.......................................................................................................... 42
3.2.3.3.6 Creating interval tramlines ............................................................................................................... 45
(not possible with pneumatic seed drills) ......................................................................................... 45
3.2.4 Putting into operation in the field................................................................................................. 46
3.2.4.1 Conducting the start function ........................................................................................................... 46
3.2.4.2 Shifting on tramline counter ............................................................................................................. 46
3.2.4.3 Changing the seed rate during the sowing operation .......................................................................47
3.2.4.3 Important hints when the sowing operation is interrupted or when folding the track marker
during the sowing operation (Stop-key) ...................................................................................... 47
3.2.4.5 Commenting the possible situation displays .................................................................................... 48
3.2.4.6 Function-keys and their use during the sowing operation ................................................................ 49
3.2.4.6.1 Forward speed k.p.h. ....................................................................................................................... 49
3.2.4.6.2 Hectare meter .................................................................................................................................. 49
3.2.4.6.3 Monitoring the blower fan speed ...................................................................................................... 50
3.2.5 Fault messages................................................................................................................................ 51
3.2.6 Fault table - seed drill....................................................................................................................... 52
3.3 Operation mode "Hectare meter" ................................................................................................. 57
3.3.1 In General ........................................................................................................................................ 58
3.3.1.1 AMADOS-II on/off switching ............................................................................................................ 58
3.3.1.2 Dial implement-specific data (values) .............................................................................................. 58
3.3.2 Putting to operation (short instruction)....................................................................................... 58
3.3.3 Preparations for starting the operation “DETAILED INSTRUCTION” ....................................... 59
3.3.3.1 Enterings regarding the implement type (mode "1")......................................................................... 59
3.3.3.2 Entering the implement-specific data ............................................................................................... 59
3.3.3.2.1 Entering the working width ............................................................................................................... 59
3.3.3.2.2 Calibrating distance sensor.............................................................................................................. 60
3.3.4 Putting into operation in the field................................................................................................. 61
3.3.4.1 Conducting the start function ........................................................................................................... 61
3.3.4.2 Function-keys and their use during the operation ............................................................................ 62
3.3.4.2.1 Forward speed k.p.h. ....................................................................................................................... 62
3.3.4.2.2 Hectare meter .................................................................................................................................. 62
3.3.4.2.3 Pto-speed monitor............................................................................................................................ 63
4.0 Fitting instructions ........................................................................................................................ 64
4.1 Console and "AMADOS-II" .............................................................................................................. 64
4.2 Battery connection lead.................................................................................................................... 64
4.3 Fitting Sensor "X" for determination of the travelled distance or forward speed .............................. 66
4.3.1 Fitting - Sensor "X" (cardan shaft/wheel for recording the travelled distance................................. 66
4.3.1.1 Fitting to tractors without 4-wheel drive............................................................................................ 66
4.3.1.2 Fitting to tractors with 4-wheel drive or MB-trac............................................................................. 67
4.3.1.3 Fitting to Unimog .............................................................................................................................. 68
4.4 Connecting unit for "AMADOS-II" as hectare meter with shaft speed monitoring ............................ 68
4.4.1 Fitting Sensor "Y" (operational position) .......................................................................................... 69
4.4.2 Fitting Sensor "A" (shaft speed monitoring) ..................................................................................... 70
4.5 Personal Notes ............................................................................................................................... 71

AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
6Informations about the computer
Fig. 1.1
Error
km/h
1/min
123 3
0I
km/h +1
+
10%
10%
kg/ha
ha
100%
ha
_
1/min
MOD
mImp. Cal.
kg/ ha
1
40
100 m
Start
C
+_
Eingabe
Input
ΣSTOP
2
3
1
1.0 Informationsaboutthecomputer
1.1 Manufacturer
AMAZONEN-Werke, H. Dreyer GmbH & Co. KG,
P. O. Box 51, D-49202 Hasbergen-Gaste/Germany.
1.2 AMADOS-II
The on-board computer "AMADOS-II" can be used as
a display-, monitoring- and controlling device
• for centrifugal broadcasters AMAZONE ZA-M,
• for AMAZONE seed drills
• as well as an hectare meter.
Themicro computer -theheartof the device-hasbeen
equipped with a memory and a lithium battery. All
enteredanddeterminedvaluesarestoresforapprox.10
years even if the on-pord power supply is switched off.
At the next switching on all data are available again.
1.3 Function description
"AMADOS-II" is supplied with a 6-digit display (1.1/1).
Inoperationgpositionofthecorrespondingmachinethe
display shows:
• at centrifugal broadcaster
current forward speed, spread rate and shutter
position "opened or shut".
• at the seed drill
current seed rate, tramline counter and marker
position
• as a pure hectare meter
the forward speed.
Atthelefthandedgeofthedisplayadditionally2symbols
are shown. The vertical arrow (1.1/2) shows when the
connected machine is in operating position. The circle
below(1.1/3)shouldflickduringoperationandindicates
that the sensor for counting the area or the travelled
idstance is transmitting impulses to the "AMADOS-II”.
The key pad is offering 20 keys which are devided into
the following areas:
Red = Implementon/off
Green = Function keys (display of the
determineddata).
Yellow = Input keys (entering the machine
data)
White = Keys that inform the calculator
about the change of entered orders

AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
Informations about the computer 7
1.4 Keypad layout
The"AMADOS-II"on-board-computercanbeusedwithavarietyofdifferentimplements.Dependingontheselected
implement, the keypad assignment is as follows:
Σ
+1
100%
STOP
+
Key seed drill fertiliser spreader hectare meter
ON key ON key ON key
OFF key OFF key OFF key
speed display [kph] speed display [kph] speed display [kph]
area/section coverage area/section coverage area/section coverage
advance tramline counter the part distance
counter will be activated vacant position
display of the actual switching
rhythm, and after having
pressed this key, an automatic
advance of the tramline counter
is avoided.
vacant position vacant position
intermittent tramline ON vacant position vacant position
increase seed rate increase seed rate vacant position
reduce seed rate reduce seed rate vacant position
return seed rate to rated value
previously entered
return seed rate to rated
value previously
entered vacant position
current position of geared
motor current position of geared motor vacant position
dial implement specific data dial implement specific
data dial implement specific data
current shaft speed [R.P.M.] current shaft speed
[R.P.M.] current shaft speed [R.P.M.]
working width [m] working width [m] working width [m]

AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
8Informations about the computer
sensor impulses over a
distance of 100 metres sensor impulses over a distance of 100 metres sensor impulses over a distance of 100 metres
seed rate calibration value seed rate calibration
value vacant position
input key for increasing the
displayed value input key for increasing the displayed value input key for increasing the displayed value
input key for decreasing the
displayed value input key for decreasing the displayed value input key for decreasing the displayed value
key used to confirm all entries key used to confirm all
entries key used to confirm all entries
correction key correction key correction key

AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
Important Informations 9
2.4 Safety advices
Before doing any repair work to the
electricalinstallation inparticular welding
operationsonthetractororonthemounted
machine disconnect all electric couplings
to the "AMADOS-II".
2.5 Important hints for the use of the
"AMADOS-II" with the centrifugal
broadcaster or as a pure hectare
counter.
If a signal socket according to DIN 9684
standards exists on the tractor no additio-
nal sensor "X" (cardan shaft/wheel) need
to be fitted for determining the travelled
distance. The sensor "X" will then be
exchanged for a tractor specific adaptor-
cable (option). In case of an existing radar
sensor the signals can also be taken from
this socket.
IncaseofoperatingwithaUnimogwithout
the on-board-computer "UNICOM I" the
sensor "X" should be exchanged for the
tacho adaptor (option).
When operating with a Unimog equipped
with the on-board-computer "UNICOM I"
thesensor"X"shouldbeexchangedforan
adaptorcable(option).Herewith"UNICOM
I" and "AMADOS-II" will directly be
connectly to one another.
I
F
F
F
2.0 Important Informations
2.1 Attention Symbol
This symbol will always be found in such
places of this instruction book which
shouldespeciallybeadheredtoinorderto
comply with rules, adivce, hints and the
correctprocedureoftheoperationsaswell
as to prevent damage to the implement.
2.2 Hint-Symbol
This symbol marks machine's specific
pointswhichshouldbeobservedtoensure
the correct operation.
2.3 Declined use of the machine
"AMADOS-II" has exclusively been designed for the
usualoperationasadisplay-,monitoring-andcontrolling
device for agricultural machinery.
Any use beyond the one stipulated above is no longer
considered as designed use. The manufacturer does
not accept any responsibility for damage resulting from
this; therefore the operator himself carries the full risk.
Under "declined use" also the adhering to the
manufacturer'sprescribedoperation-,maintenance-and
repair conditions as well the exclusive use of original
AMAZONE spare parts is to be understood.
"AMADOS-II" may only be operated, maintained and
repaired by such persons who have been made
acquaintedwithitandwhohavebeenadvisedaboutthe
dangers.
Allapplicable accidentpreventiveadviceaswellasany
further generally accepted safety-, working-, medical-
and road-traffic rules should be adhered ty.
Any damages resulting from arbitrary changes on
the "AMADOS-II" rule out the responsibility of the
manufacturer.
Before every operation and also during the operation
check your device for proper function and for sufficient
application accuracy of the machine.
Claims regarding damage not having occured on the
"AMADOS-II" itself will be rejedcted. This also applies
to damages due to application errors. Arbitrary
modificationstothe"AMADOS-II"mayresultindamage
andtherefore themanufacturerdoesnotacceptliability
for such damage.
I
F

AMADOS-II DB 531.3 05.00
10 Centrifugal broadcaster
Fig. 3.1
braun
+
-
blau
12 V
Error
km/h
1/min
123 3
0I
km/h +1
+
10%
10%
kg/ha
ha
100%
ha
_
1/min
MOD
mImp. Cal.
kg/ ha
1
40
100 m
Start
C
+_Eingabe
Input
ΣSTOP
5
3
9
4
6
77
1
216A
88