AvMap G7 Farmnavigator User manual

USER MANUAL
Updated to 3.10.xR software version
(where x indicates all 3.10 software versions)

1. Introduction 5
1.1 Ways of using G7 Farmnavigator 5
1.2 Electrical wiring harness 5
1.3 How to install the antenna Turtle Smart 6
1.3.1 How to connect Turtle Smart
antenna to G7 Farmnavigator 6
1.3.2 Antenna Position– Transverse Axis 6
1.3.3 Antenna position - Longitudinal axis 6
1.3.4 Antenna position – Height 7
1.4 Turning the device On 7
1.5 How to use multi-touch display 8
2. Main menu and basic operations 9
2.1 DATABASE Menu 9
2.1.1 DRIVERS 10
2.1.2 FARMERS 11
2.1.3 FIELDS 12
2.1.4 PRODUCTS 13
2.1.5 LAVORI 13
2.1.6 IMPLEMENTS 13
2.2 New Job Menu 19
2.3 Continue Last Job Menu 22
2.4 Conguration Menu 23
2.4.1 Units of measurement 23
2.4.2 User preferences 24
2.4.3 Satellites 24
2.4.4 GPS antenna position on the
tractor 25
2.4.5 Auto-Steering (for G7 Plus only) 26
2.4.6 Work view layout 26
2.4.7 Remote control (for G7 Plus only) 27
2.4.8 Wireless connectivity (for G7 Plus
only) 29
2.4.9 Mirror Control (for G7 Plus only) 29
3. Job page 32
3.1 Current job information 32
3.1.1 Job name 32
3.1.2 Connected devices 32
3.1.3 Precision and reception of the
antenna 33
3.1.4 Zoom Level and compass 33
3.1.5 Area, speed, distance 34
3.2 Operative functions during Job 34
3.2.1 Start/stop 34
3.2.2 A-B lines 34
3.2.3 Field 37
3.2.4 Headlands 39
3.2.5 Obstacles 41
3.2.6 Auto-Steering system (For G7 Plus
only) 42
3.2.7 Nudge 43
4. Advanced operating modes 45
4.1 Start new job, full mode 45
4.2 Dene the eld and create new A-B
guidelines 45
4.3 Working again on dened A-B lines
using the same implement 46
4.4 Working on predened A-B lines but
with another implement 47
4.5 Create more than one A-B line during
the same job session 48
4.6 Change A-B lines during the same Job 49
4.7 Move the line to a specic point,
“Magnet” function 50
4.8 Move A-B line according a precise
value, “Street” function 51
4.9 Connect an external device to control
sections 51
5. Importing and exporting data 62
5.1 Download a job and view it in the o󰀩ce
62
5.2 Import the eld boundaries in KMZ
format 63
5.3 Importing a map in SHP le format 65
5.3.1 Create a boundary in SHP le
format 68
6. Other functions 70
6.1 G7 Farmnavigator software updates 70
6.1.1 Software Update via WiFi (G7 Plus
only) 70
6.1.2 Software Update via USB 70
6.2 Video camera 71
6.2.1 Type of supported cameras 71
6.2.2 Connect a video camera 71
6.2.3 Display mode for Video camera 71
6.3 G7 Navi (Only for G7 Plus) 72
6.4 Activate a virtual NMEA output on the
“Generic” port 73
6.5 Activate the demo mode 74
7. Contacts/Customer Support 76
8. Appendix 77
Analytic Index 78
Index

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1. Introduction
1.1 Ways of using G7 Farmnavigator
Thank you for choosing AvMap G7 Farmnavigator!
Now you have the opportunity to:
- Map your elds
- Set up and save your implements
- Create guidelines for your activities
- Save all the activities done in the eld
- Congure the spray boom and have section control directly on the display during your
treatments
- Control sections automatically, when a compatible device is connected to G7 Farmnavigator
- Import and export you jobs and see them on Google Earth™
- Connect Auto-Steering Kit to take full advantage of driving capabilities
- Save the position of obstacles on the work area
- Connect a camera and control it from G7 Farmnavigator display
- Use Terrestrial Navigator (only for G7 Plus Farmnavigator, hereinafter referred to as G7 Plus)
1.2 Electrical connections
G7 Farmnavigator is provided with a bracket and a wiring with connectors to ensure an easy and
safe installation on your tractor.
Wiring harness consists of a 2A protection fuse.
The supply voltage must be within the range 10-35 Vdc
Follow the instructions included in the package.
P5 PIN-OUT
PIN n° Function
2GPS TX
3 GPS RX
4 GPS VCC
5 GPS GND
P2
P4 PIN-OUT
PIN n° Function
2DEVICE 2 TX
3 DEVICE 2 RX
5 DEVICE 2 GND
P3 PIN-OUT
PIN n° Function
2DEVICE 1 TX
3 DEVICE 1 RX
4 DEVICE 1 VCC
5 DEVICE 1 GND
9EXTERNAL
ALARM
P5
P4
P3
PWR +
PWR -
2A Fuse
61
95
61
95
61
95
GPS antenna
Controller
Generic device
Power
supply
Figure 1.2.a - Electrical connections

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1.3 How to install Turtle Smart antenna
The procedure described below refers to Turtle Smart antenna, since it is entirely produced by AvMap
and it is the most common type of antenna used by our clients. (Please, contact the assistance if you
need clarications about the installation of third-party antennas).
Turtle Smart is provided with three magnets which ensure a quick installation on a ferromagnetic
surface.
1.3.1 How to connect Turtle Smart antenna to G7 Farmnavigator
Turtle Smart antenna is provided with a 9-pin serial cable which transfers data and power supply
between G7 Farmnavigator and Turtle Smart antenna.
Turn o󰀨 the device, and connect the 9-pin serial cable to the cable located on the bracket, marked
with “GPS Antenna”.
1.3.2 Antenna position– Transverse axis
The antenna must be located in the exact centre of the tractor. Carefully measure the exact centre
of the tractor to determine the central axis.
YES NO
Table 1.3.a How to install the antenna - Transverse Axis
1.3.3 Antenna position - Longitudinal axis
It is advisable to locate the antenna as close as possible to the front steering axles.
YES NO
Table 1.3.b How to install the antenna – Longitudinal Axis

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1.3.4 Antenna position – Height
The e󰀨ects of antenna height have to be considered in case of jobs on steep sloping grounds. In
these cases, it is recommended to install the antenna on the front of the tractor so as to reduce tilt
and oscillation error.
In all other cases (jobs on the level ground), the antenna may be positioned on the top of the tractor.
Slope Flat
Table 1.3.c How to install the antenna – Height
1.4 Turning the device on
Before turning G7 Farmnavigator on, make sure the display is connected to the bracket. Check that
the bracket is rmly anchored to the tractor and that the power cable is plugged into 12V socket.
Figure 1.4.a Turning on the display
1. Press and hold the button located in the upper right corner of the display for 2 to 3 seconds;
2. Once the device is on, the logo will be displayed on the screen;
3. Once loading is completed, a warning section will appear on the screen. Please, read it
carefully and press OK to accept and continue, and open the main menu.
NOTE: when turning the device on for the rst time, you must select the language.

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To turn the display o󰀨:
1. Press and hold the power button for 2 to 3 seconds;
2. Press “YES” to turn the device o󰀨.
It is possible to reset G7 Farmnavigator if the device cannot be normally turned on/o󰀨. The reset
button is located at the left of the power button, below the plastic cover.
Figure 1.4.b Reset the device
How to reset the device:
1. Press the button;
2. Wait for the device to reset.
ATTENTION: a reset of the device might cause data loss.
1.5 How to use multi-touch display
G7 Farmnavigator is provided with a multi-touch display which allows you to perform specic actions
with your ngers.
Tap the screen to select a button from the menu.
Move your nger to scroll through the menu or scroll through the pages.
Slide the ngers closer together or further apart to zoom in or zoom out the eld.
Touch the screen with two ngers simultaneously to rotate the eld.
Table 1.5.a Touch screen gestures and movements

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2. Main menu and basic operations
Below are the basic operations for the creation of a new job, system settings, the creation of a new
implement and working methods.
Figure 2.0 - Main menu
2.1 DATABASE menu
Figure 2.1.a DATABASE menu

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Farmnavigator functions are designed to save and precisely organize all the information relating to each
single job. It is advisable to enter data from the outset, in order to fully exploit all the advantages of this
technology.
Through DATABASE menu, it is possible to manage all your data (insertion, visualization, editing,
elimination, exportation).
2.1.1 DRIVERS
It is possible to save all DRIVERS name.
1. Select “Add new”;
2. Enter the name, and select “OK”;
3. Tap the green arrow in the upper left corner of the screen to go back to the previous page.
Figure 2.1.b Add a new driver

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Figure 2.1.c Driver name
Figure 2.1.d List of drivers
2.1.2 FARMERS
It is essential to save FARMERS name. FARMERS refer to all customers or landowners. If a company has
the ownership of all the worked lands, insert the name of the company in the FARMERS section.
1. Select “Add New”;

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2. Insert the name, and select “OK”;
3. Tap the green arrow in the upper left corner of the screen to go back to the previous page.
Figure 2.1.e List of farmers
2.1.3 FIELDS
Figure 2.1.f List of elds associated with farmers or others

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It is possible to collect and save all the parcels of land worked or that must be worked. FIELD are associated
with FARMERS:
1. Select farmer name;
2. Select “Add New”;
3. Insert the name, and select “OK”;
4. Tap the green arrow in the upper left corner of the screen to go back to the previous page.
2.1.4 PRODUCTS
G7 Farmnavigator allows you to create a list of products and save their use after each activity.
1. Select “Add New”;
2. Insert the name, and select “OK”;
3. Tap the green arrow in the upper left corner of the screen to go back to the previous page.
Figure 2.1.g List of products
2.1.5 JOBS
Jobs are created automatically through the procedures described below.
2.1.6 IMPLEMENTS
In the IMPLEMENTS page, it is possible to create and congure all the implements that will be used with
G7 Farmnavigator.
1. Select “Add New”;
2. Insert the name, and select “OK”;

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Figure 2.1.h IMPLEMENTS menu
Figure 2.1.i Implement name
3. If active, select the external controller type. Select “No section control” to use the implement
without section control.

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Figure 2.1.j External control unit connection
Figure 2.1.k Implement setting
4. Select “Assembling type and o󰀨set”;
5. If the implement is mounted, tap “REAR FIX MOUNT”;
- O󰀨set 1 refers to the distance between the posterior axle and the implement operating point.
- O󰀨set 2 refers to an eventual misalignment between the implement and the centre of the tractor.

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Figure 2.1.l Rear x mount implement
Figure 2.1.m Trailed mount
6. In case of towed implement, select “TRAILED MOUNT”;
- O󰀨set 1 is the distance between the posterior axle and the junction;
- O󰀨set 2 is the distance between the junction and the implement operating point;
- O󰀨set 3 refers to a possible misalignment between the implement and the centre of the tractor;

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7. Tap the green arrow in the upper left corner of the screen to go back to the previous page;
8. Select “Job type” to enter the type of job performed by the implement;
Figure 2.1.n Implement main activity
Figure 2.1.o Working width setting
9. Tap “Working width”, insert implement width, and select “OK”;
10.Tap “Minimum turning radius” and insert the turning value indicated in the tractor registration
certicate, and select “OK”;

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Figure 2.1.p Tractor minimum turning radius setting
11. Select “OK” in the upper left corner of the page to conrm;
All the information needed are now entered. From the database menu, it is always possible to add, edit and
delete the information entered.
Figure 2.1.q List of saved implements

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2.2 New job menu
To create a new job in fast mode, that is without entering all the working parameters and starting
with your job:
1. Select “START NEW JOB”;
2. Select the implement from the “IMPLEMENT” line, tapping the downward green arrow;
Figure 2.2.a Start new job page
Figure 2.2.b List of implements

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3. Select the name of the implement;
4. Select “OK” to switch to the job page;
Figure 2.2.c Job page
Figure 2.2.d Job type selection
5. Select “A-B” to start the job;
6. Select the type of guidelines, for example A-B parallel guidelines;