APV ISOBUS M2 User manual

ISOBUS M2
OPERATING MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INITIAL OPERATION!
Translation of the original operating instructions
Version: 1.0 EN; Item number: 00602-3-530

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1IDENTIFICATION OF THE IMPLEMENT........................................................................................4
2SERVICE ........................................................................................................................................4
3WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................4
4SCOPE OF DELIVERY...................................................................................................................5
4.1 Controller ECU.....................................................................................................................5
4.2 Wiring harness.....................................................................................................................5
4.3 ISOBUS connection cable....................................................................................................6
4.4 Installation material and other accessories...........................................................................6
5INITIAL OPERATION......................................................................................................................6
5.1 General information on the controller...................................................................................6
5.1.1 Status bar ............................................................................................................................6
5.1.2 Stop button ..........................................................................................................................7
5.2 Basic settings menu.............................................................................................................7
6MENU STRUCTURE.....................................................................................................................10
6.1 Start menu.........................................................................................................................10
6.2 Work menu ........................................................................................................................11
6.3 SET menu..........................................................................................................................14
6.3.1 Seed library........................................................................................................................15
6.3.1.1Seed menu ........................................................................................................................16
6.3.1.2Seed info menu..................................................................................................................18
6.3.2 Fill menu............................................................................................................................18
6.3.3 Calibration menu................................................................................................................20
6.3.3.1Calibration test results page...............................................................................................22
6.3.3.2Performing a calibration test...............................................................................................22
6.3.4 Tractor settings menu ........................................................................................................25
6.3.4.1Performing the calibration test............................................................................................26
6.3.5 Pre-metering menu............................................................................................................27
6.3.6 Task Controller menu.........................................................................................................28
6.3.6.1Task Controller menu for mounted implements..................................................................29
6.3.6.2Task Controller menu for towed implements......................................................................30
6.3.7 Empty hopper ....................................................................................................................31
6.3.8 Fan menu...........................................................................................................................32
6.3.8.1Electric fan / electric fan Plus.............................................................................................32
6.3.8.2Hydraulic fan......................................................................................................................32
6.4 Info menu...........................................................................................................................34
6.5 Diagnostic menu................................................................................................................35
7SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE PS-TWIN.....................................................................................36
7.1 Spreading of two seed types..............................................................................................36
7.1.1 Work menu ........................................................................................................................36
7.1.2 Task Controller menu.........................................................................................................38
7.1.2.1Task Controller menu for mounted implements..................................................................38
7.1.2.2Task Controller menu for towed implements......................................................................39
7.2 Spreading of one seed type ...............................................................................................39
7.2.1 Calibration menu................................................................................................................39
7.3 Empty hopper ....................................................................................................................40
8SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE LF600 .........................................................................................41
9CONTROLLER MESSAGES ........................................................................................................41

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9.1 Suppressing / acknowledging messages ...........................................................................41
9.2 Warnings............................................................................................................................42
9.3 Warnings - TC "AUTO" mode.............................................................................................43
9.4 Errors.................................................................................................................................43
9.5 Error - TC "ON" mode........................................................................................................44
10 PROBLEM SOLVING ...................................................................................................................44
11 SOFTWARE UPDATE..................................................................................................................46
12 ACCESSORIES............................................................................................................................46
12.1 Extension cable..................................................................................................................46
12.2 Splitter cable APV/external ................................................................................................46
12.3 Splitter cable APV/APV......................................................................................................47
12.4 Calibration button...............................................................................................................47
12.5 Linkage sensor chassis......................................................................................................47
12.6 Linkage sensor top link ......................................................................................................47
12.7 Linkage sensor pull switch .................................................................................................47
12.8 Sensor for linkage hydraulic system...................................................................................48
12.9 Fill level sensor for PS .......................................................................................................48
13 CONNECTION DIAGRAMS..........................................................................................................48
13.1 PS 120 –PS 500 ...............................................................................................................48
13.2 PS 300 TWIN.....................................................................................................................50
13.3 PS 800 –PS 1600 .............................................................................................................52

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1IDENTIFICATION OF THE IMPLEMENT
The controller can be clearly identified by the following information on the type plate:
1: Hardware version
2: Item number
3: Serial number
4: Software version
Position of the type plate
The type plate is located directly on the controller.
To be able to read it, the Control Box cover must first be
removed.
Figure 1
PLEASE NOTE!
In cases of inquiries or warranty claims, please always tell us the serial number and software
version of your controller.
2SERVICE
Please contact our service address in the following cases:
If you still have questions regarding the handling of this implement despite the information provided in
this operating manual
For questions regarding spare parts
To order maintenance and repair work
Service address:
APV - Technische Produkte GmbH
ZENTRALE
Dallein 15
A-3753 Hötzelsdorf
AUSTRIA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.apv.at
3WARRANTY
Please check the controller/device for any transport damage immediately upon receipt. Later claims
regarding transport damage can no longer be considered.
Based on the invoice, we grant a six-month factory warranty starting on the date of initial operation. This
warranty is applicable for cases of material or construction faults and does not include parts that are
damaged by normal or excessive wear.
The warranty expires
if damage is caused by external forces (e.g. opening of the controller).
if the prescribed requirements are not met.
if the implement is modified, expanded or equipped with third-party spare parts without our
permission.

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4SCOPE OF DELIVERY
PLEASE NOTE!
The items included can vary depending on the implement and its configuration!
4.1 CONTROLLER ECU
Figure 2
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Type plate (see Point 1)
2
24-pin plug, connection for wiring harness
4.2 WIRING HARNESS
The wiring harness is installed directly on the device and connects the ECU to all of the actuators, sensors
and the connection cable to the ISOBUS socket on the tractor.
Figure 3
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24-pin plug, connection to controller ECU
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12-pin plug, connection to external sensors
Speed sensors
Working position sensors
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2-pin plug, supply to motor module
4
Open wire ends, terminals on the seeder for:
Seeding shaft motor
Motor module (only for electric fan)
Filling level sensor
Calibration button
Fan speed sensor
Seeding shaft speed sensors
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16-pin plug, connection cable for ISOBUS socket

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4.3 ISOBUS CONNECTION CABLE
The connection cable connects the implement wiring harness to the ISOBUS socket of the tractor.
Figure 4
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Connection with 16-pin plug (number 5 in Figure 3)
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Connection with the ISOBUS socket on the tractor
CAUTION!
Before disconnecting the ISOBUS connection cable from the tractor, it is mandatory to turn off
the tractor ignition. Otherwise, the saved values could be lost!
4.4 INSTALLATION MATERIAL AND OTHER ACCESSORIES
Depending on the implement configuration, the corresponding installation material, covers and other parts
will be supplied.
Details about the different versions can be found in the enclosed conversion instructions.
5INITIAL OPERATION
5.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ON THE CONTROLLER
5.1.1 STATUS BAR
The status bar is located in the upper area of the display, which is shown in every menu:
Figure 5
Description of the display elements
On the left in the status bar, the current menu is shown. In this case, it is the Work
menu.

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In the middle of the status bar, there is the APV logo. In caseof errors, the logo is replaced
by the corresponding error or warning message.
On the right side of the status bar, there is the symbol for the current working position or
the current position of the mounted implement.
The mounted implement is in working position.
The mounted implement is not in working position.
Point 6.3.4 describes how the position or the utilised signal of the working position is changed.
5.1.2 STOP BUTTON
The STOP button can be found in every menu. This button executes a general STOP of all motors.
Figure 6
Description of the button functions
Grey: no actuators are switched on.
Red: motors are switched on and can be stopped with this button.
5.2 BASIC SETTINGS MENU
For initial operation or when pressing and holding the Set button in the Start menu for five seconds (see
also Point 6.1), the basic settings for the utilised seeder must be entered (e.g. settings for the implement
and fan type, seeding shaft motor, etc.).

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Figure 7
Description of the button functions
The Basic settings menu is exited without saving the modified settings.
The Basic settings menu is exited and the modified settings are saved. When the
settings have been changed, the controller is restarted.
By pressing and holding this button for 5 seconds, a factory reset is performed, i.e.
all of the settings are reset and the Basic settings menu is called up again.
Description of the display elements
Selection of the implement type. The following selections are available:
PS120E, PS120H, PS200E, PS200H, PS300E, PS300H, PS300E TWIN, PS300H
TWIN, PS500E, PS500H, PS800H, PS1600H or LF600
Here, "E" stands for electric fan and "H" for hydraulic fan.
Fig.: 5

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Selection of the seeding shaft motor or the pump (installed in LF600) and its number of
pulses per revolution. For the PS TWIN implement type, a second motor can be
selected.
Note: when selecting the implement type and the seeding shaft motor, the default
values are automatically displayed.
The following default values are stored:
P8 motor (installed in PS120 –PS500, PS TWIN): 378
P17 motor (installed in PS800 –PS1600): 1024
Pump (installed in LF600): 400
Selection of the number of seed types to be spread for the PS TWIN implement type:
one seed type (with part-width section function)
two seed types (across the same working width)
Selection of the existing PS fan. The following selections are available: electric fan,
electric fan PLUS, hydraulic/external fan or no fan (OFF).
When using a hydraulic fan, you must select whether a sensor is installed on the PS for
fan monitoring (speed sensor).
Setting whether a calibration button is installed on the implement (available as an
accessory).
TIP!
Depending on the selected settings, not all of the points will be requested. The settings can be
changed retroactively, as described under Point 5.2.
PLEASE NOTE!
When opening the Basic settings menu, a STOP is generally performed.

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6MENU STRUCTURE
6.1 START MENU
This screen appears after the controller has started up. From here, the different menus can be called
up.
Figure 8
Description of the button functions:
In the Work menu, all of the important information for field operation is displayed. Here,
the motors can be switched on or off and information such as the forward speed, working
position, and seeding shaft speed is displayed. The Work menu is described in more
detail under Point 6.2.
The implement settings are entered in the Set menu. Here, a calibration test is performed,
the seed is selected or the forward speed is calibrated. The Set menu is described in
more detail under Point 6.3.
If the button is pressed and held for 5 seconds, the Basic settings menu is called up.
Here, basic settingscan be entered (e.g. motor type or fantype). The Basic settings menu
is described in more detail under Point 5.2.
In the Info menu, the area and hour counters are displayed. The Info menu is described
in more detail under Point 6.4.

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In the Diagnostic menu, the switching states of the sensors, the supply voltage and the
power consumption of the motors are shown. The Diagnostic menu is described in more
detail under Point 6.5.
6.2 WORK MENU
Figure 9
Description of the button functions
With the +% button, the spread rate can be increased during operation in 5% increments,
up to a maximum of 95%.
With the -% button, the spread rate can be reduced during operation in 5% increments,
down to a minimum of 85%.
With the ESC button, you go back one menu level, in this case, to the Start menu.
With the Info button, the Seed info menu for the currently selected seed is shown. The
Seed info menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.1.2.

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With this button, the seeding shaft can be switched on or off.
If an electricfan is installed, it will start running automatically. Only thendoes the seeding
shaft start rotating.
If the seeding shaft is activated, the triangle at the top left on the button lights up green
–it is highlighted grey when it is deactivated.
With this button, the electric fan can be switched on or off. If an electric fan is not installed,
this button is hidden.
If the fan is activated, the triangle at the top left on the button lights up green –it is
highlighted grey when it is deactivated.
With this button, the pre-metering can be started.
Press and hold the button and the seeding shaft will rotate at the forward speed set in
the pre-metering menu. When the button is released, the current forward speed is used
again to regulate the seeding shaft.
This allows you to avoid gaps in the seeded area at the beginning of the field or when
standing still on the field.
With the 100 % button, the spread rate can be set back to the value determined during
the calibration test.
If the implement type PS TWIN is selected in thebasic settings (see Point 5.2), an extendedWork menu
is available. It is described under Point 7.1.1.
Description of the display elements
Display of the currently selected seed, including the number in the seed library.
Display of the currently set change to the spread rate.
Yellow-brown: according to the fill level sensor, the hopper is full.
Red: according to the fill level sensor, the hopper is empty.
Settings for the fill level sensor are described under Point 6.3.2.
Display of the currently set spread rate.
NOTE: a valid calibration test musthave been performedbeforehand to beable to display
a value.

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Display of the current seeding shaft speed in %.
If the seeding shaft is switched off, STOP is displayed and the frame is coloured red. If
the required seeding shaft speed cannot be reached, the bar is coloured yellow and an
alarm is issued (see Point 7 for error messages).
If the seeding shaft is blocked (implement is lifted or forward speed is 0), the frame is
coloured orange.
Display of the calculated still possible remaining area/remaining distance.
For the calculation, the fill quantity of the hopper must be entered in the Set menu (see
Point 6.3.2).
Display of the current forward speed.
The black mark shows the forward speed set during the calibration test. If the forward
speed becomes too high or too low, so that the required speed for the seeding shaft can
no longer be maintained, the bar is coloured red and an alarm is issued (see Point 7 for
controller messages).
Display of the seeded area and the spread quantity for each seed type.
Display of the current fan speed.
The black mark shows the set speed.
When using an electric fan, the speed is displayed in %. When using a hydraulic fan, the
speed is displayed in rpm.
If the set speed limits are exceeded or undercut, the bar turns red and an alarm is issued
(see Point 7 for controller messages).
Detailed information for setting the fan speed or the speed limits is provided under Point
6.3.8.

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6.3 SET MENU
Figure 10
Description of the button functions
Pre-metering menu: here, in addition to setting the pre-metering speed, you can also set
whether andfor howlong automatic pre-metering should beperformed. The Pre-metering
menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.5.
Task Controller menu: here, all settings for the Task Controller such as mounting the
implement, axle and seeding rail distances as well as switch-on/-off times can be entered.
The Task Controller menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.6.
With the ESC button, you go back one menu level, in this case, to the Start menu.
Empty hopper menu: here, the hopper(s) can be emptied.
The Empty hopper menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.7.
Seed library: here, a seed type already saved can be selected or a new seed type can
be created.
The seed library is described in more detail under Point 6.3.1.

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Fan menu: here the rotational speed of the electric fan can be set.When using a hydraulic
fan with speed sensor, the alarm limits can be set here.
The Fan menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.8.
Fill menu: thefill quantity can be entered here. This can be usedto calculated the possible
remaining distance/area for display in the Work menu.
The Filling menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.2.
Calibration menu: in the Calibration menu, in addition to the desired spread rate, the
forward speed, the working width, the utilised seeding shaft and the desired calibration
time are set. Afterwards, the correct seeding shaft speed is determined. The calibration
test is always performed for the currently set seed type.
The Calibration menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.3.
Tractor settings menu: here, the source for the forward speed and the working position
can be selected and calibrated. Moreover, a signal when changing the working position
can be selected and deselected.
The Tractor settings menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.4.
6.3.1 SEED LIBRARY
In this menu, all of the saved seed types are listed. Seed types can be created and saved by means of a
calibration test (see Point 6.3.3.2).
Figure 11

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Description of the button functions
With the ESC button, you go back one menu level. In this case, to the Set menu.
Description of the display elements
Memory location
Seed name
Spread rate
Unit (kg/ha, seeds/m2, l/ha)
6.3.1.1 SEED MENU
In this menu, all set parameters that were saved at last use of the seed type are displayed.
Figure 12
Description of the button functions
This button takes you to the Seed info menu. There, the seeded area, hours, spread
quantity, and area output is displayed.
The Seed info menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.1.2.

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With the ESC button, you go back one menu level, in this case, to the seed library.
With the OK button, the seed type is applied and you go to the Work menu.
The Work menu is described in more detail under Point 6.2.
By pressing and holding this button for two seconds, the seed type is deleted and you
switch to the seed library.
The seed library is described in more detail under Point 6.3.1.
With this button you go to the Calibration menu. There, the parameters can be changed
and a new calibration test can be performed.
The Calibration menu is described in more detail under Point 6.3.3.
Description of the display elements
Display of the number and the seed name.
Display of the spread rate in kg/ha or seeds/m².
Display of the working width of the implement.
Display of the working speed.
Display of the utilised seeding shaft.
Display of the calculated seeding shaft speed in %.

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6.3.1.2 SEED INFO MENU
This menu shows seed type-specific trip counters and total counters.
Figure 13
Description of the button functions
With the ESC button, you go back one menu level, in this case, to the Seed menu.
With the Delete button, the trip counter is reset to 0.
Description of the display elements
Display of the trip counter.
The trip counter can be reset by pressing and holding the Delete button (for
2 seconds).
Display of the total counter.
The total counter can only be set to 0 by deleting the seed type.
6.3.2 FILL MENU
Here, the current hopper fill level can be entered. This forms the basis for the calculated possible remaining
distance/quantity that is displayed in the Work menu (see Point 6.2).

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Figure 14
Description of the button functions
With the ESC button, you go back one menu level. In this case, to the Set menu.
Description of the display elements
Here, the calculation of the remaining area/distance can be
switched on and off.
Here, the current fill quantity of the hopper can be entered or
displayed.
Here, you can set the calculated still possible remaining
area/distance at which the fill level message should appear.
Here, the output of the warning message for the fill level
sensor can be activated or deactivated.

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Here, the delay for the fill level sensor message after the
sensor is no longer covered with seed can be set.
6.3.3 CALIBRATION MENU
In this menu, the parameters required for the calibration test are entered.
Figure 15
Description of the button functions
With this button, you go back one menu level. Either to the Set menu, the seed library or
the Seed menu, depending on where you entered the Calibration menu from.
Here, you can select whether the calibration test is performed in kg/ha or seeds/m².
By pressing and holding the Start button (for 2 seconds), the calibration test is started.