Amazone AMATRON 3 User manual

Operating instructions MG5560-EN-II | E.1 | 21.04.2020
Control terminal
AMATRON 3
This operating manual is valid from software version: 01.09.00
Original operating instructions

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 About this operating manual 1
1.1 Other applicable documents 1
1.2 Validity 1
1.3 Diagrams 1
1.3.1 Notes 1
1.3.2 Instructions 2
1.3.3 Lists 3
1.3.4 Item numbers 3
1.3.5 Orientation paths 4
2 Installation instructions 5
2.1 Basic installation 5
2.2 Mounting for ISOBUS mode 6
2.3 Mounting for AMABUS mode 7
2.4 Mounting for parallel operation 8
3AMATRON 3 overview 9
3.1 Front side 9
3.2 Rear side 10
4Basic operation 11
4.1 Using the toggle button 11
4.2 Using the F keys 12
4.3 Using the directional pad 12
4.4 Entering text 12
4.5 Entering numerical values 13
4.6 Using the shift key 14
5After switching on 15
5.1 Selecting the BUS mode 15
5.2 Checking the AUX-N assignments 16
5.3 Changing the AUX-N assignments 17
6 Main menu overview 18
7 AMATRON 3 configuration 19
7.1 Entering the basic settings 19
7.1.1 Enabling or disabling job
management 19
7.1.2 Enabling or disabling ignition
switching 19
7.1.3 Adjusting the volume 20
7.1.4 Setting the brightness 21
7.1.5 Setting the date and time 22
7.1.6 Setting the region and language 23
7.2 Configuring ISOBUS 24
7.3 GPS configuration 25
7.3.1 Setting up the A100/A101 receiver 25
7.3.2 Setting up the AG-STAR receiver 25
7.3.3 Setting up the SMART6 receiver 27
7.3.4 Setting up other GPS receivers 28
7.4 Setting up the ASD interface 28
7.5 Adjusting the light bar 29
7.6 Configuring the toggle button 29
7.7 Defining the start mode 30
7.8 Configuring parallel operation 30
7.9 Using AUX-N input devices 31
7.9.1 Defining the AUX-N assignment 31
7.9.2 Defining the AUX-N assignment
using the functions list 34
7.9.3 Defining the AUX-N assignment
using the input list 35
7.9.4 Deleting the selected AUX-N
assignment 36
7.9.5 Deleting all AUX-N assignments 37
7.10 Using the licence management 37
7.11 Using the diagnostics 39
7.11.1 Using USB management 39
7.11.2 Using the pool management 40
7.11.3 Using the CAN diagnosis 40
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7.11.4 Performing a reset 41
8 Configuring implements 42
8.1 Managing implements 42
8.2 Editing the implement data 43
8.3 Editing the implement geometry
data 44
8.4 Selecting the implement 45
9 Configuring tractors 47
9.1 Managing tractors 47
9.2 Editing the tractor data 48
9.3 Editing the tractor geometry data 49
9.4 Configuring the tractor sensors 51
9.5 Selecting the tractor 52
10 Using the job management 53
10.1 Managing jobs 53
10.2 Editing jobs 55
10.2.1 Creating a new job 55
10.2.2 Adding setpoints to a job 55
10.2.3 Adding a worker to a job 58
10.2.4 Adding implements and tractors to
a job 60
10.2.5 Checking the map type 62
10.2.6 Searching for jobs 63
10.2.7 Copying jobs 63
10.2.8 Starting a job 64
10.2.9 Stopping a job 65
10.2.10 Exporting jobs 65
10.3 Using master data management 66
10.3.1 Managing master data 66
10.3.2 Managing setpoints 67
10.3.3 Editing the setpoints 68
10.3.4 Managing fields 69
10.3.5 Editing the field data 70
10.3.6 Managing the customers 70
10.3.7 Editing the customer data 71
10.3.8 Managing workers 71
10.3.9 Editing worker data 72
10.3.10 Managing products 72
10.3.11 Editing the product data 73
11 Using the GPS switch 74
11.1 GPS switch overview 74
11.1.1 GPS switch interface 74
11.1.2 GPS switch functions 77
11.1.3 GPS quality requirements 79
11.2 Entering the basic settings for
GPS switch 79
11.2.1 Defining the implement modelling 79
11.2.2 Select the source for the driving
direction detection 80
11.2.3 Enabling the acoustic field
boundary warning 80
11.2.4 Defining the map display 81
11.2.5 Defining the map alignment 81
11.2.6 Entering the GPS switch settings
for spreaders 82
11.2.7 Entering the GPS switch settings
for sprayers 84
11.2.8 Entering the GPS switch settings
for seed drills 85
11.2.9 Setting the on/off point delays 87
11.2.10 Determining the correction times for
on/off point delays 90
11.2.11 Checking the switch-on and -off
times 91
11.3 Starting the GPS switch 92
11.3.1 Starting GPS switch with job
management 92
11.3.2 Starting GPS switch without job
management 94
11.4 Zooming the map 95
11.5 Panning the map 96
11.6 Turning around the orientation of
the tractor symbol 96
11.7 Marking obstacles 97
11.8 Deleting an obstacle marking 98
11.9 Creating the field boundary 98
11.10 Deleting the field boundary 99
11.11 Managing virtual headlands 100
11.11.1 Creating virtual headlands 100
11.11.2 Locking or unlocking the headlands 102
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11.11.3 Deleting the headland 102
11.12 Using track lines 103
11.12.1 Selecting the track line pattern 103
11.12.2 Defining the track line spacing 105
11.12.3 Creating beds 105
11.12.4 Defining the light bar sensitivity 106
11.12.5 Creating track lines 107
11.13 Using part-width section control 109
11.13.1 Using manual part-width section
control 109
11.13.2 Using automatic part-width section
control 111
11.14 Managing field data 117
11.14.1 Saving recorded field data 117
11.14.2 Deleting recorded field data 117
11.14.3 Loading field data from recordings 118
11.14.4 Defining the radius for field detection 121
11.14.5 Loading field data from a shape file 122
11.14.6 Configuring the application map 124
11.15 Using the driver assistance
system 124
11.16 Calibrating the GPS switch 126
11.16.1 Correcting GPS switch 126
11.16.2 Correcting the GPS drift with a
reference point 127
11.16.3 Correcting the GPS drift manually 128
11.17 Using an external light bar 129
12 Using the AUX-N menu 131
13 Eliminating faults 132
14 Take screenshot 135
15 Indexes 136
15.1 GLOSSARY 136
15.2 INDEX 138
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About this operating manual 1
1.1
Other applicable documents
Operating manual for the GPS receiver
Operating manual for the implement software
1.2
Validity
These operating instructions are valid for software
version 01.09.00
For information on the software version: "Setup" >
"Diagnosis" > "Software versions"
1.3
Diagrams
1.3.1 Notes
NOTE
Indicates practical tips and instructions that will
help you to make optimal use of all the functions
of your implement.
CMS-T-006637-B.1
CMS-T-00000217-A.1
CMS-T-006632-A.1
CMS-T-00000320-B.1
CMS-T-00000174-A.1
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1.3.2 Instructions
Numbered instructions
Actions that have to be performed in a specific
sequence are represented as numbered instructions.
The specified sequence of the actions must be
observed.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
1.3.2.1 Instructions and responses
Reactions to instructions are marked with an arrow.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
Reaction to instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
1.3.2.2 Alternative instructions
Alternative instructions are introduced with the word
"or".
Example:
1. Instruction 1
or
Alternative instruction
2. Instruction 2
Instructions with only one action
Instructions with only one action are not numbered,
but rather shown with a arrow.
CMS-T-00000473-B.1
CMS-T-005217-B.1
CMS-T-005678-B.1
CMS-T-00000110-B.1
CMS-T-005211-C.1
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Example:
Instruction
Instructions without sequence
Instructions that do not require a specific sequence
are shown as a list with arrows.
Example:
Instruction
Instruction
Instruction
1.3.3 Lists
Lists are used, for example, to show different
selection options. Entries in lists are introduced with
points.
Example:
Entry 1
Entry 2
Entry 3
1.3.4 Item numbers
Item numbers in the text or in the legend refer to item
numbers in figures located beside or above the text.
The item numbers in the figures can be connected
with item lines.
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CMS-T-001852-A.1
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1
Item 1
2
Item 2
3
Item 3
1.3.5 Orientation paths
Orientation paths located at the beginning of text
sections with instructions for action help with rapid
orientation, especially for selective reading relating to
problems Example: "Setup" > "Diagnosis" > "Software
versions"
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Installation instructions 2
2.1
Basic installation
1. Mount the GPS receiver on the tractor, please
refer to the operating manual for the GPS
receiver.
2. The AMATRON 3 control terminal can be
connected to the tractor basic equipment or
with the ISOBUS wiring.
The tractor basic equipment (console with
distributor) must be mounted in the cab, vibration-
free and with a conductive connection, to the right
of the driver within his view and reach. The
distance from the radio unit or antenna must be at
least 1 m.
3. The paint must be removed from the installation
points in order to prevent electrostatic charge.
CMS-T-00004668-A.1
CMS-T-006367-B.1
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2.2
Mounting for ISOBUS mode
CMS-I-001583
For implements that are connected to an
ISOBUS tractor using the ISOBUS light cabling:
Disable the ISOBUS function of the tractor
terminal.
CMS-T-006370-A.1
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2.3
Mounting for AMABUS mode
CMS-I-001582
CMS-T-006473-B.1
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2.4
Mounting for parallel operation
CMS-I-002303
CMS-T-006476-B.1
2 | Installation instructions
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AMATRON 3 overview 3
3.1
Front side
1
Toggle button: Switch between the selected
menus and applications
2
F keys: Press the buttons on the display
3
Directional pad: Change the selection on the
display, change numerical values, confirm selections
4
ACK: Acknowledge messages from the Universal
Terminal. In AMABUS mode: Scroll through the
implement controls
5
Escape: Back, cancel
6
On/Off button: Switching the AMATRON 3 on and
off
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3.2
Rear side
Shift key
1
Shift key for the work menu of the implement
controls
CMS-I-001943
Rating plate and CE mark
The following information is listed on the rating plate:
1
Implement ID no.
2
Type
CMS-I-001944
CMS-T-00004670-A.1
CMS-T-005609-A.1
CMS-T-005605-A.1
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Rear side
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Basic operation 4
4.1
Using the toggle button
The toggle button
1
can be used to switch among
the selected menus.
To switch among the selected menus
consecutively,
press briefly.
To switch to the main menu,
press and hold.
NOTE
The menus for the toggle button can be selected
in the setup menu, see page 29.
In the factory settings, the GPS switch is enabled
by default. If other implements such as a sprayer,
AmaPilot+ or new, ISOBUS-compatible
implements are on the bus, they are automatically
enabled.
CMS-I-002162
CMS-T-005654-C.1
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4.2
Using the F keys
The arrangement of the keys "F1" to "F8"
corresponds to the arrangement of the buttons on the
display. When explaining the procedures, this
operating manual uses the symbols on the buttons.
To execute the procedures, the corresponding F key
must be pressed.
: To select the top right button
: To select the top left button
CMS-I-001942
4.3
Using the directional pad
and : Move the selection up or
down
and : Move the selection to the left or right
: Accept the number
CMS-I-002304
4.4
Entering text
When text must be entered, a menu is opened with a
character area and additional buttons.
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Text menu overview
and : Move the curser left and right
: Deletes the character in front of the curser
, or : Switch between upper and lower
case letters
: Shows letters with accents
: Clears the input field
1. Use the directional pad to select the desired
character in the character area.
2. Add the selected character to the input field with
.
3. Confirm the entry with
or
Cancel the entry with .
4.5
Entering numerical values
When numerical values must be entered, a menu is
opened with a number area and additional buttons.
Number menu overview
and : Move the cursors left and right
: Reverses the sign
: Increases the marked number by 1
: Reduces the marked number by 1
: Clears the input field
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1. Use the directional pad to select the desired
number in the number area.
2. Add the selected number to the input field with
.
NOTE
The maximum and minimum values are shown to
the right beside the input field.
3. Confirm the entry with
or
Cancel the entry with .
4.6
Using the shift key
The shift key is needed for the work menu of the
implement controls. When the shift key is active, it is
shown on the display.
Press on the rear side of the AMATRON 3.
Other function field will be shown, which changes
the assignment of the function keys.
CMS-T-005601-A.1
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