MacDon M1 Series Technical manual

M1 Series
Windrowers
Bluetooth Software Interface Kit (MD #208845)
Software Update Instructions
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Original Instruction
The Harvesting Specialists.

M1240 Windrower, featuring Dual Direction™and Crossflex™suspension
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Published: March 2020
© 2020 MacDon Industries, Ltd.
The information in this publication is based on the information available and in effect at the time of printing. MacDon
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information in this publication. MacDon Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Introduction
The Bluetooth®Software Interface kit (MD #208845) is required to update the master controller software on
M1 Series Windrowers. This document explains how to use this kit to perform software updates. Once the software has
been updated, the kit can be removed from the windrower and retained for future updates.
A list of parts included in the kit is provided in Chapter 2 Parts List, page 5.
Installation Time
Software update time is approximately 20 minutes.
Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
•Right and left are determined from the operator’s position, facing forward with the windrower in cab-forward position.
•Unless otherwise noted, use the standard torque values provided in the windrower operator’s or technical manual.
NOTE:
Keep your MacDon publications up to date. The most current version of this instruction can be downloaded from our
Dealer-only site (https://portal.macdon.com) (login required).
NOTE:
This document is currently available in English only.
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List of Revisions
At MacDon, we’re continuously making improvements, and occasionally these improvements affect product
documentation. The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document.
Section Summary of Change Internal Use
Only
Removed heading topic
Removed Option 1 for updating with Android
3.6.2 Updating Master Controller
Software on an Android Device,
page 38
Updated option 2 for updating with Android Product Support
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Introduction ................................................................................................................................................i
List of Revisions...........................................................................................................................................ii
Chapter 1: Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Signal Words .........................................................................................................................................1
1.2 General Safety .......................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Parts List.................................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 3: Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Formatting USB Drive for Software Installation ............................................................................................7
3.2 Updating Harvest Performance Tracker Software .........................................................................................9
3.3 Installing the IQANsync Application ......................................................................................................... 15
3.3.1 Installing the IQANsync App –iOS ................................................................................................... 15
3.3.2 Installing the IQANsync App –Android............................................................................................. 17
3.4 Installing an IQAN G11 Bluetooth®Module ............................................................................................... 19
3.4.1 Updating Firmware on an IQAN G11 Bluetooth®Module –IOS ............................................................ 20
3.4.2 Updating Firmware on an IQAN G11 Bluetooth®Module –Android ...................................................... 24
3.5 Downloading Master Controller Software Update ...................................................................................... 29
3.6 Updating Master Controller Software....................................................................................................... 31
3.6.1 Updating Master Controller Software –iOS ...................................................................................... 31
3.6.2 Updating Master Controller Software on an Android Device ................................................................ 38
3.7 Removing an IQAN G11 Bluetooth®Module.............................................................................................. 44
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Chapter 1: Safety
1.1 Signal Words
Three signal words, DANGER,WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Two signal words,
IMPORTANT and NOTE, identify non-safety related information. Signal words are selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT:
Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, could result in a malfunction or damage to the machine.
NOTE:
Provides additional information or advice.

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1.2 General Safety
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Figure 1.1: Safety Equipment
CAUTION
The following general farm safety precautions should be part of
your operating procedure for all types of machinery.
Protect yourself when assembling, operating, and servicing
machinery, wear all protective clothing and personal safety
devices that could be necessary for the job at hand. Do NOT
take chances. You may need the following:
•Hard hat
•Protective footwear with slip-resistant soles
•Protective glasses or goggles
•Heavy gloves
•Wet weather gear
•Respirator or filter mask
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Figure 1.2: Safety Equipment
•Be aware that exposure to loud noises can cause hearing
impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing protection devices
such as earmuffs or earplugs to help protect against loud
noises.
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Figure 1.3: Safety Equipment
•Provide a first aid kit in case of emergencies.
•Keep a properly maintained fire extinguisher on the machine.
Be familiar with its proper use.
•Keep young children away from machinery at all times.
•Be aware that accidents often happen when the Operator is
tired or in a hurry. Take time to consider safest way. NEVER
ignore warning signs of fatigue.
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Figure 1.4: Safety around Equipment
•Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. NEVER wear
dangling items such as scarves or bracelets.
•Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety
equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate
independently of shaft and can telescope freely.
•Use only service and repair parts made or approved by
equipment manufacturer. Substituted parts may not meet
strength, design, or safety requirements.
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Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment
•Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving parts.
NEVER attempt to clear obstructions or objects from a
machine while the engine is running.
•Do NOT modify the machine. Unauthorized modifications
may impair machine function and/or safety. It may also
shorten the machine’s life.
•To avoid injury or death from unexpected startup of the
machine, ALWAYS stop the engine and remove the key from
the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
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Figure 1.6: Safety around Equipment
•Keep service area clean and dry. Wet and/or oily floors are
slippery. Wet spots can be dangerous when working with
electrical equipment. Be sure all electrical outlets and tools
are properly grounded.
•Keep work area well lit.
•Keep machinery clean. Straw and chaff on a hot engine are
fire hazards. Do NOT allow oil or grease to accumulate on
service platforms, ladders, or controls. Clean machines before
storage.
•NEVER use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for
cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or
flammable.
•When storing machinery, cover sharp or extending
components to prevent injury from accidental contact.
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Chapter 2: Parts List
The following parts are included in this kit.
Figure 2.1: Parts Included in Kit
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Ref
Part
Number Description Quantity
1NSS1MODULE –BLUETOOTH®, IQAN G11 1
1. Not Sold Separately

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Chapter 3: Installation Instructions
3.1 Formatting USB Drive for Software Installation
A USB drive with a maximum of 32GB is required. To minimize software installation errors, format your USB drive before
downloading any software updates onto the device.
NOTE:
This procedure shows Windows 7 operating system to format the drive.
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Figure 3.1: Windows 7 AutoPlay Dialog Box
1. Plug a USB drive into a laptop or PC. An AutoPlay
window (A) will appear. Click OPEN FOLDER TO VIEW
FILES (B).
If the AutoPlay window does not appear, proceed to Step 2,
page 7. If the AutoPlay window appears, proceed to Step 3,
page 7.
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Figure 3.2: Windows 7 AutoPlay Dialog Box
2. If the AutoPlay window does not appear, do the following:
a. Click on START then COMPUTER (A).
b. Double click on the USB drive (B) to open it.
3. If there are files on the USB drive that require saving, move
them to another USB drive or to the computer being used.
Close the USB drive window.
NOTE:
Formatting the USB drive will permanently erase all
content.

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Figure 3.3: Formatting USB Drive
4. Right-click on the USB drive and select FORMAT (A).
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C
Figure 3.4: Formatting USB Drive
5. In the FORMAT window, drive CAPACITY (A) should appear
at the top. Do NOT change this selection.
6. Under FILE SYSTEM (B), check that FAT32 is selected. This
should be the default selection.
NOTE:
FAT32 will not be an option if USB drive size is larger
than 32 GB.
7. Click START (C) to format the USB drive.
8. A warning pop-up will appear. Click OK on the warning pop-
up to begin formatting.
9. A message appears when formatting is complete. Click OK.
The USB drive is now ready to use for downloading
software.
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3.2 Updating Harvest Performance Tracker Software
To update the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT) display software, you must download the HPT display software update
from the MacDon Dealer Portal.
NOTE:
HPT displays with software versions HPAE203586G and older are not compatible with new installation files. To update
displays with software versions HPAE203586G and older, download and install the update file
(install_SPW_HPAJ203586P_Installer_Update.efs) or newer. This will update the display, making it compatible with newer
software versions. An attempt to install a non-installer update file will result in a red eject symbol.
Downloading HPT update
IMPORTANT:
For HPT displays with software version HPAF203586H and newer, download and install the update file
(install_SPW_HPAJ203586P) or newer.
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D
E
Figure 3.5: MacDon Dealer Portal
1. On your computer, log on to the MacDon Dealer Portal, and
navigate to PRODUCT SUPPORT (A) –MACHINE
SOFTWARE (B) –M1 SERIES (C).
2. Locate HPT display software file (D). If more than one HPT
software file is available, download the one with the
highest revision level. The file will have the following
naming convention (example shown):
Install_SPW_HPAB203586C.zip
•HP = Harvest Performance
•AB = Compatibility characters used to ensure that the
HPT display software version is compatible with the
master controller software
•203586 = MacDon part number for the software
•C = Revision level of the software
•.zip = File extension
IMPORTANT:
Filenames are case sensitive and MUST remain in the
format shown. Additional characters in the filenames can
cause problems in the update process.
3. Download HPT display software file (D).
4. Click the downloaded file at the bottom left side of the
page and select SHOW IN FILE (E).
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Figure 3.6: Extracting Zip File
5. Right-click downloaded file (A) and select EXTRACT ALL (B).
A dialog box will open.
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Figure 3.7: Extracting Zip File
6. Choose location (A) where you want to save the file. Click
on EXTRACT (B).
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Figure 3.8: Extracting Zip File
7. Copy .efs file (A) that was extracted to a standard USB
drive. The file MUST be saved into the top directory of
the drive.
IMPORTANT:
Filenames are case sensitive and MUST remain in the
format shown. Additional characters in the filenames can
cause problems in the update process.
8. Ensure the file transfer is complete, then close the USB
drive window.
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Figure 3.9: USB Disconnect
9. Click Safely Remove Hardware icon (A) in system tray (B)
(with the time and date display). A pop-up menu will
appear listing all the devices that are connected to the
computer.
10. Click the USB drive that you want to remove, right-click it
and select EJECT.
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Figure 3.10: USB Disconnect
11. A pop-up message will appear saying it is safe to remove
hardware. Unplug the USB drive.
Installing HPT display software
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BC
D
Figure 3.11: Ignition Switch on Console
A - ACC B - OFF
C - RUN D - START
12. In the windrower cab, turn the ignition key to ACC position
(A). The windrower’s electrical accessories are turned ON,
but the engine remains OFF.
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Figure 3.12: HPT Display –Home Page
13. If the ignition was recently on, wait 2–3 minutes for CAN
traffic to die down. When the system is ready, the home
page will appear on the HPT display.
NOTE:
For more information about how to navigate through the
HPT display, refer to the windrower operator’s manual.
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Figure 3.13: USB Port on Console
14. Insert USB drive into USB port (A) at rear of console next to
ignition switch. After a few seconds, the HPT display will
update to show the software selection page.
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B
Figure 3.14: Software Selection Page
A - Software File(s) B - Currently Installed Software
Version
15. Use the scroll wheel to select the software file from list (A),
and then press soft key 1 on the top right corner of the
display to accept it. The software update should begin and
take approximately 5 minutes but can take up to
10 minutes to complete.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT remove the USB drive, turn the key from the ACC
position, or activate any ground speed lever (GSL) or
console switches during the update.
NOTE:
List (A) will display all the HPT software file saved in
the USB. List (B) will display current installed version.
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Figure 3.15: Green Eject Icon
16. When the update is complete, a green eject icon appears
on the display. Remove the USB drive and leave the key in
ACC position. The display reboots several times until the
home page is displayed. It is then safe to continue.
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Figure 3.16: Yellow and Red Eject Icons
17. If the icon is yellow (A) or red (B) as shown at right, remove
the USB drive and return to Step 14, page 12.
NOTE:
In the event of a failed update, cycle the display power
before retrying. You can wait for the battery disconnect to
activate or remove the battery cables to cycle the display.
NOTE:
You may need to reformat the USB drive and reload the
software onto it. Refer to 3.1 Formatting USB Drive for
Software Installation, page 7.
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Figure 3.17: Caution Message
18. If the HPT display and the master controller software
compatibility characters do not match, an error will be
displayed on the HPT. If the error occurs, update the master
controller software as described in 3.6.1 Updating Master
Controller Software –iOS, page 31 and 3.6.2 Updating
Master Controller Software on an Android Device, page 38.
NOTE:
Header and windrower settings may have changed during
update. Please check all settings before operation.
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