APV ISOBUS M2 User manual

ISOBUS M2
OPERATING MANUAL
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE START-UP!
Translation of the original operating manual
Version: 1.0 EN; item number: 00602-3-531

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1IDENTIFICATION OF THE DEVICE................................................................................................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
5COMMISSIONING ..........................................................................................................................6
5.1 General information concerning 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..........................................................................................................................13
6.3.1 Seed library........................................................................................................................14
6.3.1.1Seed menu ........................................................................................................................16
6.3.1.2Seed info menu..................................................................................................................17
6.3.2 Fill menu............................................................................................................................18
6.3.3 Calibration menu................................................................................................................19
6.3.3.1Calibration test results page...............................................................................................21
6.3.3.2Performing a calibration test...............................................................................................22
6.3.4 Tractor settings menu ........................................................................................................24
6.3.4.1Performing calibration........................................................................................................25
6.3.5 Pre-metering menu............................................................................................................26
6.3.6 Task Controller menu.........................................................................................................27
6.3.6.1Task Controller menu for mounted implements..................................................................28
6.3.6.2Task Controller menu for towed implements......................................................................29
6.3.7 Empty hopper ....................................................................................................................30
6.3.8 Fan menu...........................................................................................................................31
6.3.8.1Electric fan / electric fan Plus.............................................................................................31
6.3.8.2Hydraulic fan......................................................................................................................31
6.4 Info menu...........................................................................................................................33
6.5 Diagnostic menu................................................................................................................34
7SPECIAL FEATURES PS TWIN...................................................................................................35
7.1Spreading two seed types..................................................................................................35
7.1.1 Work menu ........................................................................................................................35
7.1.2 Task Controller menu.........................................................................................................37
7.1.2.1Task Controller menu for mounted implements..................................................................37
7.1.2.2Task Controller menu for towed implements......................................................................38
7.2 Spreading one seed type...................................................................................................38
7.2.1 Calibration menu................................................................................................................38
7.3 Empty hopper ....................................................................................................................39
8SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE LF600 .........................................................................................40
9CONTROLLER MESSAGES ........................................................................................................40

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9.1 Suppressing / acknowledging messages ...........................................................................40
9.2 Warnings............................................................................................................................41
9.3 Warnings ― TC "AUTO" mode ..........................................................................................42
9.4 Errors.................................................................................................................................42
9.5 Error –TC mode "ON" .......................................................................................................43
10 PROBLEM SOLVING ...................................................................................................................43
11 SOFTWARE UPDATE..................................................................................................................44
12 ACCESSORIES............................................................................................................................45
12.1 Extension cable..................................................................................................................45
12.2 Splitter cable APV external ................................................................................................45
12.3 Splitter cable APV-APV......................................................................................................45
12.4 Calibration button...............................................................................................................46
12.5 Sensorfor the linkage chassis ............................................................................................46
12.6 Sensor for top link linkage..................................................................................................46
12.7 Sensor for linkage pull switch.............................................................................................46
12.8 Sensor for linkage hydraulic system...................................................................................46
12.9 Fill level sensor for PS .......................................................................................................47
13 CONNECTION DIAGRAMS..........................................................................................................47
13.1 PS 120 to PS 500 ..............................................................................................................47
13.2 PS 300 TWIN.....................................................................................................................49
13.3 PS 800 to PS 1600 ............................................................................................................52

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1IDENTIFICATION OF THE DEVICE
The controller can be uniquely identified through 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 read it, the control box cover must first be removed.
Figure 1
NOTE!
For inquiries or warranty claims, always specify the serial number and software version of your
controller.
2SERVICE
Contact us at our Service address in the following cases:
If, despite of the information in this operating manual, you have questions concerning the handling of
this device
For questions regarding spare parts
To commission service and maintenance tasks
Service address:
APV - Technische Produkte GmbH
HEADQUARTERS
Dallein 15
3753 Hötzelsdorf
AUSTRIA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.apv.at
3WARRANTY
Check the controller/device for any transport damage immediately upon receipt. Subsequent complaints
arising from transport damage can no longer be accepted.
Based on the invoice, we grant a six-month factory warranty starting on the date of initial operation. This
warranty shall apply in the event of material or design errors and does not extend to parts that become
damaged through normal or excessive wear.
The warranty shall become null and void under the following circumstances,
If there is damage due to the effects of external force (e.g. opening the controller).
If the prescribed requirements are not met.
If the implement is altered, extended or fitted with third-party spare parts without our
authorization.

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4SCOPE OF DELIVERY
NOTE!
The items included may 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 connector, 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 connector, connection to controller ECU
2
12-pin plug connector, connection to external sensors
Speed sensors
Working position sensors
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2-pin plug connector, supply to motor module
4
Open wire ends, connection terminals on the seeder for:
Seeding shaft motor
Motor module (only for electric fan)
Fill level sensor
Calibration button
Fan speed sensor
Seeding shaft speed sensors
5
16-pin plug connector, 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 connector (number 5 in Figure 3)
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Connection to the ISOBUS socket of the tractor
CAUTION!
The ignition must always be switched off before the ISO bus connection cable can be
disconnected from the tractor. If not, stored values could be lost!
4.4 INSTALLATION MATERIAL AND OTHER ACCESSORIES
Depending on the implement configuration, the appropriate installation material, covers and other parts
will also be provided.
Details concerning the different versions are in the provided conversion instructions.
5COMMISSIONING
5.1 GENERAL INFORMATION CONCERNING THE CONTROLLER
5.1.1 STATUS BAR
The status bar is located in the upper area of the display. The status bar is shown in every menu:
Figure 5
Description of 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. If errors occur, the logo will be
replaced by the appropriate error message or warning.
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 signal of the working position that is used is changed.
5.1.2 STOP BUTTON
The STOP button is provided in every menu. Use this button to execute a general STOP of all motors.
Figure 6
Description of button functions
Gray: No actuators are switched on.
Red: Actuators are switched on and can be stopped with this button.
5.2 BASIC SETTINGS MENU
During initial commissioning or by pressing and holding the Set button in the Start menu for five seconds,
(see also point 6.1), the basic settings are made for the seeder that is used (e.g. setting the implement
type and fan type and seeding shaft motor, etc.).

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Figure 7
Description of button functions
The Basic settings menu will be exited without saving the changed settings.
The Basic settings menu will be exited and the changed settings will be saved.
When the settings are changed, the controller restarts.
Press and hold this button for 5 seconds to perform a factory reset, i.e. all settings
will be reset to their original factory values and the Basic settings menu will be
shown again.
Description of display elements
Selection of the implement type. Choose from the following implement types:
PS120E, PS120H, PS200E, PS200H, PS300E, PS300H, PS300E TWIN, PS300H
TWIN, PS500E, PS500H, PS800H, PS1600H or LF600
Here "E" stands for electric fan and "H" stands for hydraulic fan.
Fig.: 5

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Selection of the seeding shaft motor or 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 to PS500, PS TWIN): 378
P17 motor (installed in PS800 to PS1600): 1024
Pump (installed in LF600): 400
Selection of the number of seed types to be sown for implement type PS TWIN:
One seed type (with part-width section function)
Two seed types (over the same working width)
Selection of the existing PS fan. The following selection possibilities are available:
electric fan, electric fan PLUS, hydraulic fan/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).
The setting specifies whether a Calibration button is installed on the implement
(available as an accessory).
TIP!
Depending on the selected settings, it is possible that all points will not be requested. The
settings can be changed retroactively, as described in point 5.2.
NOTE!
When opening the Basic settings menu, a STOP is always executed.

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6MENU STRUCTURE
6.1 START MENU
This screen appears after the controller has started up. The different menus can be called up from this
screen.
Figure 8
Description of 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 forward speed, working
position and seeding shaft speed is displayed. TheWorkmenuis described in more detail
in point 6.2.
The implement settings are entered in the Set menu. Here, a calibration test is performed
and seed is selected or forward speed is calibrated. The Set menu is described in more
detail in 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. motortype or fan type). The Basic settings menu
is described in more detail in point 5.2.
In the Info menu, the area counters and hour counters are displayed. The Info menu is
described in more detail in point 6.4.

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In the Diagnostic menu, switching states of the sensors, supply voltage and power
consumption of the motors are shown. The Diagnostic menu is described in more detail
in point 6.5.
6.2 WORK MENU
Figure 9
Description of button functions
Use the +% button to increase the spread rate in 5% increments, up to max. 95%, in
operation.
Use the +% button to reduce the spread rate in 5% increments, to a minimum of 85%, in
operation.
Use the ESC button to go back one menu level, in this case, to the Start menu.
Use the Info button to show the Seed info menu for the currently selected seed type. The
Seed info menu is described in more detail in point 6.3.1.2.

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Use this button to switch the seeding shaft on or off.
If an electric fan is installed it will start running automatically. The seeding shaft will not
start turning until after the electric fan is running.
If the seeding shaft is activated, the triangle top left on the button lights up green –at
deactivation it is grayed-out.
Use this button to switch the electric fan on or off. If an electric fan is not installed this
button is suppressed.
If the fan is activated, the triangle top right on the button lights up green –at deactivation
it is grayed out.
Use this button to start pre-metering.
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 will be
used again to regulate the seeding shaft.
This enables you to avoid gaps in the seeded area at the beginning of the field or at
standstill on the field.
With the 100% button, the spread rate can be reset to the value determined in the
calibration test.
In the basic settings (seepoint 5.2), if the implement type PS TWIN is selected, an extended work menu
will be available. This is described in point 7.1.1.
Description of display elements
Display of the currently selected seed type, including the number in the seed library.
Display of the currently set change of 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 in point 6.3.2.
Display of the currently set spread rate.
NOTE: In order to display a value, a valid calibration test must have been performed
beforehand.

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Display of current seeding shaft speed in %.
If the seeding shaft is switched off, STOP is displayed and the frame turns red. If the
required seeding shaft speed cannot be reached, the bar turns yellow and an alarm is
sounded (see point 7 for error messages).
If the seeding shaft is blocked (implement is lifted or forward speed is 0), the frame turns
orange.
Display of the calculated remaining area / remaining distance that is still possible.
For 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 that was set in 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 turns red and an alarm is sounded (see point 7 for
controller messages).
Display of thesown area and thequantity of the respective seed type that has been sown.
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 underranged, the bar turns red and an alarm is
output (see point 7 for controller messages).
Detailed information for setting the fan speed or the speed limits is provided in point 6.3.8.
6.3 SET MENU
Figure 10

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Description of button functions
Pre-metering menu: Here, in addition to setting the pre-metering speed, you can also
specify whether and for how long automatic pre-metering should be performed. The Pre-
metering menu is described in more detail in 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 / switch-off times can be
entered.
The Task Controller menu is described in more detail in point 6.3.6.
Use the ESC button to 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 in point 6.3.7.
Seed library: Here, a seed type that is already saved can be selected or a new seed type
can be created.
The seed library is described in more detail in point 6.3.1.
Fan menu: Use this menu to set the rotational speed of the electric fan. When using a
hydraulic fan with speed sensor, the alarm limits can be set here.
The Fan menu is described in more detail in point 6.3.8.
Fill menu: The fill quantity can be entered here. This can be used to calculate the possible
remaining distance/area and display this information in the Work menu.
The Fill menu is described in more detail in point 6.3.2.
Calibration menu: In the Calibration menu, in addition to the desired spread rate, the
forward speed, the working width, the seeding shaft that is used and the desired
calibration time are set. Subsequently, 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 in point 6.3.3.
Tractor settings menu: Use this menu to select the source for the forward speed and to
calibrate the working position. In addition, a signal when changing the working position
can be selected and deselected.
The Tractor settings menu is described in more detail in 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).

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Figure 11
Description of button functions
Use the ESC button to go back one menu level; in this case, to the Start menu.
Description of display elements
Memory location
Seed type name
Spread rate
Unit (kg/ha, seeds/m2, l/ha)

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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 button functions
Use this button to go to the Seed info menu. This is where the sown area, hours, spread
quantity and area output are displayed.
The Seed info menu is described in more detail in point 6.3.1.2.
Use the ESC button to go back one menu level, in this case, to the seed library.
Use the OK button to apply the seed type and go to the Work menu.
The Work menu is described in more detail in point 6.2.
Press and hold this button for two seconds to delete the seed type and go to the seed
library.
The seed library is described in more detail in point 6.3.1.
Use this button to go to the Calibration menu. This is where the parameters can be
changed and a new calibration test can be performed.
The Calibration menu is described in more detail in point 6.3.3.

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Description of display elements
Display of the number and the seed type 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 seeding shaft that is used.
Display of the calculated seeding shaft speed in %.
6.3.1.2 SEED INFO MENU
This menu shows seed type-specific trip counters and total counters.
Figure 13
Description of button functions
Use the ESC button to go back one menu level, in this case to the Seed menu.

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Use the Delete button to reset the trip counter to 0.
Description of 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
This is where the actual hopper fill level can be entered. This is the basis for the calculated possible
remaining distance / remaining quantity that is displayed in the Work menu (see point 6.2).
Figure 14
Description of button functions
Use the ESC button to go back one menu level; in this case, to the Start menu.

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Description of display elements
This is where 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.
This is where output of the warning of the fill level sensor can
be activated or deactivated.
This is where the delay of the fill level sensor message can
be set, after which the sensor is no longer covered with seed.
6.3.3 CALIBRATION MENU
Use this menu to enter the parameters required for the calibration test.
Figure 15

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Description of button functions
Use this button to go back one menu level. Either to the Set menu, the seed library or the
Seed menu, depending on the point from which you entered the Calibration menu.
Here, you can select whether the calibration test will be performed in kg/ha or seeds/m².
Press and hold the Start button (for 2 seconds), to start the calibration test.
Description of display elements
This is where the current number in the seed
library as well as the name of the seed type are
shown. If a name has not yet been assigned, the
seed type can be named or renamed here.
This is where the desired spread rate in kg/ha is
set.
If you want to perform the calibration test in
seeds/m², you must set the desired number of
grains per square meter, the thousand grain
weight, and the germination capacity.
This is where the working width of the mounted
implement is set.
Note: Subtract any overlaps from the working
width!
This is where the forward speed is set. If you are
working with a speed sensor, the average
working speed is entered.
This is where seeding shaft that is used is set.
This is saved in the seed library along with the
seed type.
When calling up the seed type again, ensure that
the stored seeding shaft is used again; if not, the
calibration test must be repeated.
This is where the desired calibration time
(0.5 min, 1 min or 2 min) or area (1/40 ha,
1/20 ha, 1/10 ha) can be set. When selecting an
area the calibration time will be automatically
calculated and displayed.
When using a Calibration button (available as an
accessory), this menu item is suppressed.