iDig 2D Touch User manual

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iDig 2D Touch
User Manual
Bridgin Groupe
21 Boulevard Littré
78600 Le Mesnil le Roi
France
[phone]
www.idig-system.com

Table of Contents
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II. Applications
A. Main Screen
B. Digging to an Elevation
C. Digging a 15 ft wide excavation using the Reach
Function
D. Digging to an elevation using a rotating laser
E. Changing the elevation
F. Digging a trench with 2% slope
G. Digging a trench with 2% slope using a rotating laser
H. Using the Dozer Function
I. Moving the machine on the job site
J. Changing buckets
K. Tape Measure function
L. Height Alarm function
M. Basic Settings
N. System Settings
N. Work Settings
P. Import / Export Function
III. Frequently Asked Questions
I. Calibration Procedures
A. Pre-start Checklist #1
B. Pre-start Checklist #2
C. Hardware Installation
D. Installation Procedures –Main Boom Sensor
E. Installation Procedures –2nd Boom
F. Installation Procedures –Dipper Stick Sensor
G. Installation Procedures –Bucket Sensor
H. Installation Procedures –Initial Settings
I. Installation Procedures –System Settings
J. Main Boom & Dipper Stick Calibration
Procedures
K. Bucket Sensor Calibration Procedures
L. Laser Receiver Calibration Procedures
M. 2D Sensor Calibration Procedures
N. Tilt Bucket Calibration Procedures
O. Auger Calibration Procedures
P. Engcon Rotative Coupler Calibration Procedures
Q. Dozer Calibration Procedures
R. Mainboom Offset Calibration Procedures
S. Checking the System Accuracy
IV. Troubleshooting
A. Operation
B. Calibration
C. Other

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Calibration Procedures
Bridgin Groupe
21 Boulevard Littré
78600 Le Mesnil le Roi
France
[phone]
www.idig-system.com

Pre-Installation Checklists
Before you begin to install the iDig, make sure you’ve got everything you need to successfully
complete the installation along with checking your equipment and your working area.
Prestart Checklist #1 –Items to have on hand to assist with installation
✓Tape measure
✓Make sure the unit of measurement selected for the system matches your equipment on
hand
✓Magnetic plumb bob or magnetic hooks
✓String line
✓Clean rags
✓Brake cleaning fluid
✓Tripod –preferably an elevating variety
✓Window cleaner
✓Rotating laser and hand held receiver
✓Make sure your sensors are charged
✓Grade rod
✓Cable ties, conduit and sticky cable mounts for a clean cab
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Pre-Installation Checklists
Before you begin to install the iDig, make sure you’ve got everything you need to successfully
complete the installation along with checking your equipment and your working area.
Prestart Checklist #2 –Machine Checks
Have you got a SAFE and SUITABLE location for the install?
This calibration process requires a bit of space to operate the machine in. You’ll
be rotating the cab 360°and fully extending the booms and bucket. Find an area
where you can do this safely. This area will need to provide a stable and level
footing for you and the machine. It is crucial that the machine is level left to
right to aid in calibration of the boom and dipper. An excavator tipping
forward/backward at an angle is acceptable.
Machine checks before you start:
Is the excavator in good working order:
•Pins and bushings are well greased? A sloppy machine equals a potentially
sloppy calibration and an inaccurate system.
•No Hydraulic problems? Does the boom stay raised and doesn’t drop when
left in a high position? If so, you’ll not be able to calibrate the Boom and
Dipper Sensors correctly and the system will not be accurate.
Check the power outlet
•Can the machine supply 12V and/or 24V?
•Is the power supply stable and not drop or turn off?
•If power is not available, check for a blown fuse or corrosion in the
receptacle.
•Does the cigarette lighter plug fit securely into the accessory plug? 5

Hardware Installation
Step 1 –Installation of LED Display and Control Box
Machine needs to be powered OFF
•Before plugging in the cables, find suitable
locations to mount the LED Cradle and Control
Box Cradle
•The LED Display should be put on the front
window so that is in your field of vision of the
working area outside.
•If there is no window, you’ll need to use the
optional C Clamp to mount on the bar.
•The Control Box is usually mounted onto the
right hand side window and at a distance that
is comfortably reached by hand.
•Allow clearance for the front window to be
opened or slid up into the roof.
•Use window cleaner to clean both the glass
and the suction cup mounts to achieve good
adhesion.
•Attach cables to the LED and Control Box
Cradles. Secure the cables with conduit, cable
ties, etc.
•DO NOT PLUG IN POWER until AFTER the 2D
Sensor is installed.
Complete Cabling setup
Control Box Setup Optional C Clamp 6

Hardware Installation
Step 2 –Installation of 2D Sensor
Locating a suitable spot to install the 2D Sensor is worthwhile taking some time to get right. You are looking for
a place that:
•Is accessible –the Sensor is able to be reached and removed from its mounting plate with the removal key without
interference.
•Sensor will be level and facing forward.
•Arrows on the top of the sensor need be installed facing toward the front of the cab.
•The Sensor ideally needs to be placed in a spot that is level to the floor of the cab.
•Installing the 2D Sensor on a tilt is acceptable if a level location is unable to be found.
•A maximum angle of ±30°on both axis is OK.
•Is free from vibration
•Avoid plastic molding that is removable as this can vibrate when the machine is running.
•Has adequate space for cable and plug
•The communication cable is not under tension. Use an extra XD418 cable if more length is required.
•The cable and plug into the sensor sticks out approximately 1” from the edge of the sensor. 2-3” clearance is
desirable to avoid complications with the cable bending to sharply.
•Will not be subject to knocks or damage
•Avoid areas where tools are commonly stored.
•On some machines, under the floormats to the side of the operators feet is the only location. Take care to make a
safe place where the Sensor and cable will not be affected.
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Hardware Installation
Step 2 –Installation of 2D Sensor (Cont.)
Examples of 2D Sensor installation:
Set-up for Backhoe only
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Installation Procedures –Main Boom Sensor
Boom Sensor
•Find a suitable location on the boom that is near the cab to install the
Boom Sensor. You are looking for a spot that is easy to access when
installing or removing the sensor day to day. On smaller machines this
is commonly in the lower 1/3 of the boom on the left hand side of the
machine. On larger machines where the boom is much higher you can
mount the Sensor on the right hand side where access is much easier.
Do not install on an inclined or angled section of the boom.
•You will want the bracket to be mounted so that the clips on the
Sensor are facing down. This makes it easier to remove the sensor.
•Suitably clean the area with Brake Cleaner and wipe dry. Clean the
surface of the boom as well as the back of the mounting bracket with
the 3M VHB wipes after completely cleaning the surface. They are not
intended to clean but they accelerate setting the glue of the 3M tape.
Attach the 3M double sided tape to the bracket and then stick your
sensor plate on firmly and press for 30 seconds. The adhesive bond
will strengthen over time.
Examples of Boom
Sensor Placement
Mini Sensor XD467 Mini Plate XD422 9

Installation Procedures –2nd Boom Sensor
2nd Boom Sensor
•Find a suitable location on the 2nd boom, left or right side, to install
the 2nd Boom Sensor. You are looking for a spot that is easy to
access when installing or removing the sensor day to day.
•You will want the bracket to be mounted so that the clips on the
Sensor are facing down. This makes it easier to remove the sensor.
•Suitably clean the area with Brake Cleaner and wipe dry. Clean the
surface of the boom as well as the back of the mounting bracket
with the 3M VHB wipes after completely cleaning the surface. They
are not intended to clean but they accelerate setting the glue of the
3M tape. Attach the 3M double sided tape to the bracket and then
stick your sensor plate on firmly and press for 30 seconds. The
adhesive bond will strengthen over time.
Mini Sensor XD467
Mini Plate XD422
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Installation Procedures –Dipper Stick (Combo) Sensor
Dipper Stick (Combo) Sensor
•The Combo Sensor will need to be located on the dipper as low as possible.
The higher the Sensor is located the more the boom and dipper has to be
dropped to catch the laser beam. Be aware of the location of hoses and
pipes that may inhibit a clear line of sight to the Sensor when using the laser
catch function.
•For more accurate calibration and ease of setup regarding the laser catch
function you may want to consider installing the Combo Sensor using the
following directions. This will allow you to manually enter accurate
measurements into the laser calibration setup stage and will maximize the
accuracy of the laser catch function.
•You will want to offset the placement of the Combo Sensor counter-
clockwise slightly 15°-30°from when the dipper stick is set at 90°to the
ground. This will maximize the reception area of the Combo Sensor and help
with catching the laser beam.
•Suitably clean the area with Brake Cleaner and wipe dry. Clean the surface of
the boom as well as the back of the mounting bracket with the 3M VHB
wipes after completely cleaning the surface. They are not intended to clean
but they accelerate setting the glue of the 3M tape. Attach the 3M double
sided tape to the bracket and then stick your sensor plate on firmly and
press for 30 seconds. The adhesive bond will strengthen over time.
Examples of Combo
Sensor Placement
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Big Plate XD412

Installation Procedures –Dipper Stick (Combo) Sensor
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Recommended calibration of the Laser Receiver
•Using a magnetic plumb bob or a string and magnets, create a line
between the center points of the dipper stick/main boom pivot pin (C)
and the dipper stick/bucket pivot pin (D). (Line C-D)
•On the bottom 1/3 of the dipper stick place the Combo Sensor so that
the very center of the photo cell array (B) is on this line (C-D). Rotate the
sensor counter-clockwise slightly by 15°-30°.
•Take a measurement from the center of the top pin (C) to the center of
the Combo Sensor (B) staying on the string line. This will be the A-C
measurement. The A-B measurement will be 0. Enter these
measurements via the System Settings menu once the main iDig
calibration steps have been completed.

Installation Procedures –Bucket Sensor
Installing Bucket Sensor
•The Bucket Sensor can be installed on either side of the machine and on either the dog-bone or the quick connect.
•“Inside” the quick connect or dog-bone is acceptable as well. Watch the sensor side if prompted by the system. The
correct sensor side is the direction that the plastic cap of the sensor is facing.
•Since the surfaces of the quick connect are usually more "rough", applying a sole glue pad first, and then the plate with
additional glue pad (glue pad on glue pad) is recommended.
•For maximum accuracy it is highly recommended that you always install on the quick connect.
•Find a suitable location on the quick connect and clean thoroughly with brake cleaner then wipe clean with 3M VHB wipes.
Be sure to clean the backside of the Sensor plate as well. Apply the 3M double sided tape to the back of the Mini Plate.
•Stick your Sensor plate on firmly and press for 30 seconds. The adhesive bond will strengthen over time.
•If your machine works in an environment where the Sensor could be prone to accidental damage, now is the time to
consider additional protection. Custom brackets can be made and welded to your quick connect for additional security.
Examples of protective boxes
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Installation Procedures –Initial Settings
•Basic settings are required when
performing the initial calibration. Select a
language and press “Apply”.
•Select the desired Slope Units and Length
Units and press “Apply”.
•Select “Wizard Mode”
Initial settings are complete. Go to “System
Settings”.
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Installation Procedures –System Settings
•Select machine type •Select the type of coupler being used
•Select the tool to be used. CAREFUL - Tilt
coupler or tilt bucket should only be
selected if there is a tilt bucket kit to be
installed, NOT if a tilt exists on the machine!
•Select No Pitch/Chassis and press
“Apply”. The 2D Sensor will be calibrated
last. System Settings are complete. 15

Installation Procedures –Main Boom & Dipper Stick Calibration
•This procedure requires you to fully extend the main boom and the dipper stick out in front of the machine so make sure
your work area has enough space to do so safely.
•You will also need a tripod, preferably an elevating tripod. From your iDig kit you will need: Laser Pointer (XB525), Tripod
Mount (XD477), Magnetic Pivot Target (XD470, Laser Pointer Adaptor (XD478) and the Extension Poles (XD471).
•It is recommended that you remove the
bucket to allow ease of calibration. Once
removed realign the cab parallel to the
tracks and press “OK”.
•If you’ve not already done so, attach the Sensors to the
appropriate elements.
•If the sensor bubble(s) are red the system is missing the according
sensor(s). You need to pair them with the system. Follow the
instructions detailed later in this manual. Press “Next”. 16

Installation Procedures –Main Boom & Dipper Stick Calibration
The system will now automatically detect which side of the elements the Sensors have been installed on:
•Raise the boom and dipper stick, press
“Next” when the green check mark
appears.
•Lower the dipper stick ONLY until the pop-
up screen appears. Follow the directions
on the screen.
Dipper Combo Sensor
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Installation Procedures –Main Boom & Dipper Stick Calibration
•Raise the boom and dipper stick again,
press “Next” when the green check mark
appears.
The system will now automatically detect which side of the elements the Sensors have been installed on:
•Lower the main boom ONLY until the pop-
up screen appears. Follow the directions
on the screen.
Main Boom Sensor
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Installation Procedures –Main Boom & Dipper Stick Calibration
•Raise the boom and dipper stick again,
press “Next” when the green check mark
appears.
The system will now automatically detect which side of the elements the Sensors have been installed on:
•Lower the main boom ONLY until the pop-
up screen appears. Follow the directions
on the screen.
2nd Boom Sensor (if applicable)
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Installation Procedures –Main Boom & Dipper Stick Calibration
•If possible, remove the bucket before starting this procedure. Re-attach the bucket when completed.
•Once the Sensor sides have been determined, you will now begin the main boom and dipper stick calibration.
•This will be done by placing the Magnetic Pivot Target in the center of the bucket pivot pin and directing the Laser Pointer
onto this target.
•Then you will move the main boom and dipper stick through a series of movements placing the tube onto the laser beam
each time. Do NOT rotate the cab during this process. You may rotate the laser pointer to hit the Magnetic Pivot Target.
•Make sure to achieve the extreme positions of fully extended and fully tucked in by the machine.
•This process is repeated again by raising the height of the Laser Pointer using the Extension Poles provided.
•Attach the Magnetic Pivot Target on the
bucket pivot point. Press “Next”.
•Place the Laser Pointer onto the tripod in front of
the machine. Ensure that the tripod is level and the
Laser Pointer is clear of the boom when being raised
and lowered, both when the Laser Pointer is in a low
and high position. Keep the legs of the tripod clear
of the machine to avoid vibration. Press “Next”.
•Repeat this process 6 times in total (10 if
using 2nd boom) bringing the laser beam
onto the Pivot Target each time. For
maximum accuracy try to keep the laser
point on the same spot on the tube each
step. Press “Next”. 20