micro-trak ProPlant User manual

Re f e R e n c e M anual
ProPlant
TM
Automatic Seed Rate Controller

P.O. Box 99
111 East LeRay Avenue
Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099
© Copyright 2019
Micro-Trak Systems, Inc.
Printed in the U.S.A.
The ProPlant is an electronic monitoring and control system that can help you achieve maximum yields and operate more
cost-effectively by providing accurate control of seed rates plus the ability to vary seed rates on-the-go, via either VRA or the
console keys - to match field conditions. The ProPlant has been designed for easy installation and operation. However, since
each installation will vary depending on your equipment, please take time to familiarize yourself with this manual and the
actual components before beginning. Following the procedures described in this manual will ensure proper performance and
help avoid problems or questions once you are in the field.
This manual may be used for either English or Metric measurement. Please read the manual carefully and follow the instructions
as they apply to your usage.
If you do encounter a problem that cannot be corrected by reviewing this manual, consult your dealer or distributor, or contact
a Micro-Trak technician for assistance.
Toll Free in U.S. or Canada: [phone] or [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.micro-trak.com
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Re f e R e n c e M anual
ProPlant
TM
Automatic Seed Rate Controller

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MicroTrak Systems, Inc.
Limited Warranty
Micro‐Trak Systems, Inc. (herein “Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser (herein “Buyer”) that, if any product or part of the
product (herein “Parts”) proves to be defective in material or workmanship, upon inspection and examination by Seller, within
three (3) years from the original date‐of‐purchase, and is returned to Seller with dated proof‐of‐purchase, transportation
prepaid, within sixty (60) days after such defect is discovered, Seller will, at their option and sole discretion, either repair or
replace said part, except that the warranty for expendable Parts, including but not limited to, light bulbs and batteries shall
be thirty (30) days from the original date‐of‐purchase; and except that the warranty for Parts manufactured by someone
other than the Seller, including but not limited to, shut‐off valves, control (servo) valves, flowmeters, pressure sensors, pumps,
compressors, tanks and tank accessories, DGPS receivers and related repeater and base stations shall be one (1) year from the
original date‐of‐purchase; and except that the warranty for Parts manufactured by someone other than the Seller, including
but not limited to, memory cards and drives, mapping software, terminals, PC’s, laptops, tablets and other computer devices
shall be thirty (30) days from the original date‐of‐purchase. Any damage or failure to said part resulting from abuse, misuse,
neglect, accidental or improper installation or maintenance, unauthorized modification, use with other parts and/or products,
or attributable to acts of God, as determined solely by the Seller, will invalidate the warranty. Said part will not be considered
defective if it substantially fulfills the performance specification. Buyer shall be responsible for all maintenance services, if
any, all in strict accordance with the procedures outlined in the manual. The warranty does not include labor, installation,
replacement parts or repairs, delivery of replacement parts or repairs or time and travel. Said warranty is non‐transferable.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR
PURPOSE AND OF ANY OTHER TYPE, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. THE SELLER’S LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT,
IN TORT, UNDER ANY WARRANTY, IN NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE RETURN OF THE AMOUNT
OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. SELLER NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANYONE TO ASSUME
FOR IT ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH SAID PART. NO ACTION, REGARDLESS OF FORM, ARISING
OUT OF THE TRANSACTIONS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT MAY BE BROUGHT MORE THAN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER THE CAUSE OF
ACTION HAS OCCURRED.
Buyer accepts these warranty terms and limitations unless the part is returned to Seller, via proper distribution channels and
approved return authorization, with dated proof‐of‐purchase, transportation prepaid, within sixty (60) days from the date‐of‐
purchase for refund of the purchase price.
Doc: MTS Warranty Statement_010119a Rev 2_01012019
At Micro-Trak® Systems, we believe a product that delivers quality and performance at a reasonable cost is what is needed to
help today’s operator and the operator of the future compete in the world market.
It is our goal to provide operators with a line of electronic equipment that will help build and maintain an efficient and
profitable operation that can be passed on to future generations.
We thank you for your purchase and hope that we can be of service to you in the future.
Micro-Trak® Systems, Inc.
MAIL and UPS:
Micro-Trak® Systems, Inc.
ATTN: Service Department
P.O. Box 99
111 East LeRay Avenue
Eagle Lake, MN 56024-0099

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Table of Contents
Warranty...................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Component Parts and Assembly Hardware (single and multiple drive).....................................................................5-6
Component Parts - Hydraulic Planter Drive Kit................................................................................................................... 7
ProPlant Single Drive Mounted System Layout.................................................................................................................. 8
ProPlant Single Drive Mounted Wiring Diagram................................................................................................................ 9
ProPlant Single Drive Drawn System Layout..................................................................................................................... 10
ProPlant Single Drive Drawn Wiring Diagram................................................................................................................... 11
ProPlant Multi Drive Mounted System Layout.................................................................................................................. 12
ProPlant Multi Drive Mounted Wiring Diagram................................................................................................................ 13
ProPlant Multi Drive Drawn System Layout ...................................................................................................................... 14
ProPlant Multi Drive Drawn Wiring Diagram .................................................................................................................... 15
Installation.......................................................................................................................................................................... 16-28
Required Tools..........................................................................................................................................................................................16
Mounting the Display Console...........................................................................................................................................................16
Electrical Installation ..............................................................................................................................................................................16
Magnetic Speed Sensor Installation.................................................................................................................................................17
Magnet Installation........................................................................................................................................................................17
Connecting the Speed Sensor Cable....................................................................................................................................... 18
Speed Sensor Options...................................................................................................................................................................18
Standard Remote Run/Hold Sensor and Connection................................................................................................................19
Care and Maintenance of your ProPlant.........................................................................................................................................19
Calculating Planter Drive Ratio ..........................................................................................................................................................20
Calculating your Flow Cal..................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Installing Planter Drive ....................................................................................................................................................................21-22
Calculating your Hydraulic Oil Needs .....................................................................................................................................22
Connecting Planter Drive Assembly to the Hydraulic System....................................................................................... 22
Single Drive Closed Center Configuration.....................................................................................................................................23
Single Drive Open Center Configuration........................................................................................................................................24
Dual Drive Closed Center Configuration ........................................................................................................................................25
Dual Drive Open Center Configuration........................................................................................................................................... 26
Multi Drive Closed Center Configuration.......................................................................................................................................27
Multi Drive Open Center Configuration..........................................................................................................................................28
Console Functions................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Calibration .......................................................................................................................................................................... 30-32
Loading Default Calibration Values..................................................................................................................................................30
English/Metric Selection ..............................................................................................................................................................30
Entering Calibration Values ...........................................................................................................................................................30-32
Radar or GPS Speed Sensor Calibration .................................................................................................................................31
Exiting Calibration..........................................................................................................................................................................32
Factory-loaded Calibration Values ...........................................................................................................................................32
“Special” Calibration............................................................................................................................................................... 33
Operation............................................................................................................................................................................ 34-36
General ........................................................................................................................................................................................................34
Manual Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................................34
Automatic Operation .............................................................................................................................................................................35
Rotary Switch Positions......................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Resetting System Counters..................................................................................................................................................................36
Clearing Counters....................................................................................................................................................................................36
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................ 37-40
Messages/Warnings................................................................................................................................................................................37
General ........................................................................................................................................................................................................38
Checking Individual Components.....................................................................................................................................................39
Troubleshooting Console Inputs and Outputs ............................................................................................................................40
Appendices......................................................................................................................................................................... 41-46
Appendix A: Fine Tuning Speed/Distance Calibration Value ................................................................................................42
Appendix B: Radar Adapter Cables..................................................................................................................................................43
Appendix C: Conversion Chart..........................................................................................................................................................44
Appendix D: Replacement Parts List...............................................................................................................................................45
Appendix E: Variable Rate Application (VRA) .............................................................................................................................46

Component Parts and Assembly Hardware - For a drawn single drive kit
If you received a mounted kit, the extension cables are included.
Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items:
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25’ 10-Pin M/P Extension Cable (1) P/N
13224
15’ Power/Section Console Harness
P/N 17339
15’ Flow, Servo
Run/Hold Console Harness
P/N 17360
20’ Flow, Servo, Run/Hold, Branch
Harness (one section)
P/N 17359
Terminal Kit w/ Fuse Holder
P/N 13270
14” Nylon Cable Ties
P/N 12910
3’ 3-pin M/P Speed
Adapter Cable
P/N 14324
25’ 5-pin M/P Extension Cable
P/N 14486
20’ Section Harness (one section)
P/N 17358
Reference Manual
P/N 17329
ProPlant Console
P/N 17289
Console Mount Kit
P/N 13774
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20’ Flow, Servo, Run/Hold Branch
Harness (Sections 1-3)
P/N 17308
25’ 10-Pin M/P Extension Cable (1)
P/N 13224
15’ Power/Section Console Harness
P/N 17339
15’ Flow, Servo
Run/Hold Console Harness
P/N 17360
Terminal Kit w/ Fuse Holder
P/N 13270
14” Nylon Cable Ties
P/N 12910
3’ 3-pin M/P Speed
Adapter Cable
P/N 14324
25’ 5-pin M/P Extension Cable
P/N 14486
Section Branch Harness
(Sections 1-3)
P/N 17307
Reference Manual
P/N 17329
ProPlant Console
P/N 17289
Console Mount Kit
P/N 13774
R efeRence M anual
P ro P lant
TM
Component Parts and Assembly Hardware - For a drawn MULTIPLE drive kit
If you received a mounted kit, the extension cables are included.
Before beginning installation, check the carton contents for the following items:

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Tool Bar Bracket
P/N 17320
Bolt Fastener Kit
P/N 17395
Gear Tooth Sensor Kit
P/N 17397
Primary Drive Fitting Kit
P/N 17399
Secondary Drive Fitting Kit
P/N 17398
4.9 CID Motor with Motor
Bracket and Sprockets
P/N 21497
#40 Chain Kit
P/N 17396
U-Bolt
P/N 17351
Sprocket 32 Tooth Split
P/N 17388
Component Parts
Hydraulic Planter Drive Kit

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PWR (WHT)
GND (BLK)
SPEED
P/N 17339 - 15’
P/N 17360 - 15’
P/N 14324 - 3’
P/N 17358 - 20’
RUN/HOLD w/DUST COVER
P/N 17359 - 20’
GRY TIE
CONTROL VALVE
RPM
BRN TIES
SECTION BYPASS VALVE
ProPlant Single-Drive Mounted System Layout

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ProPlant Single-Drive Mounted Wiring Diagram
A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K A B C
A B C
ProPlant Console
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN N/C 12 GA. WHT N/C 12 GA. BLU
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLK 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. RED 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
7-PIN MIXED SHROUD
7-PIN MIXED TOWER
TOKEN READER
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
3-PIN MI/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN MI/P
150 TOWER
SPLICE/HEAT
SHRINK
HEAT SHRINK
P/N 17339
18 GA. BLU 18 GA.
BLK
HEAT SHRINK
12 GA. WHT 12 GA. BLK
180 IN.
240 IN.
GRY TIE
BLK TIE
GND
+ 12VDC
6 IN.
20 GA. GRY 20 GA. VIO 20 GA. BLU
A B C
A B C
3-PIN MI/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN MI/P
150 TOWER
180 IN.
P/N 14324
36 IN.
YELLOW TIE
A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
SPEED
P/N 17360
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN 18 GA. BLU 18 GA.BLK
A B C D E
5-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
240 IN.
P/N 17358
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
A B
2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
RPM SIGNAL RPM POWER RPM GROUND
CONTROL VALVE - CONTROL VALVE +
3-PIN M/P150 TOWER
3-PIN W/P 150 SHROUD
A B C
A B C A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
P/N 17359
240 IN.
240 IN.
60 IN.
BRN TIE (2X)
GRY TIE
HEAT SHRINK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. RED N/C N/C
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLU 20 GA. VIO 20 GA. GRY 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
5-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
A B C D E
18 GA. RED N/C N/C 18 GA. BLK N/C
RUN/HOLD SIGNAL RUN/HOLD POWER RUN/HOLD GROUND
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
DUST COVER (P/N 13107)

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ProPlant Single-Drive Drawn System Layout
PWR (WHT)
GND (BLK)
SPEED
P/N 17339 - 15’
P/N 17360 - 15’
P/N 14324 - 3’
P/N 17358 - 20’
RUN/HOLD w/DUST COVER
P/N 17359 - 20’
GRY TIE
CONTROL VALVE
RPM
BRN TIES
SECTION BYPASS VALVE

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ProPlant Single-Drive Drawn Wiring Diagram
A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K A B C
A B C
ProPlant Console
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN N/C 12 GA. WHT N/C 12 GA. BLU
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL
20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLK 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. RED 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
7-PIN MIXED SHROUD
7-PIN MIXED TOWER
TOKEN READER
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
3-PIN MI/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN MI/P
150 TOWER
SPLICE/HEAT
SHRINK
HEAT SHRINK
P/N 17339
18 GA. BLU 18 GA.
BLK
HEAT SHRINK
12 GA. WHT 12 GA. BLK
180 IN.
240 IN.
GRY TIE
BLK TIE
GND
+ 12VDC
6 IN.
20 GA. GRY 20 GA. VIO
20 GA. BLU
A B C
A B C
3-PIN MI/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN MI/P
150 TOWER
180 IN.
P/N 14324
36 IN.
YELLOW TIE
A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
SPEED
P/N 17360
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN 18 GA. BLU 18 GA.BLK
A B C D E
5-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
240 IN.
P/N 17358
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
A B
2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
RPM SIGNAL RPM POWER RPM GROUND
CONTROL VALVE -
CONTROL VALVE +
3-PIN M/P150 TOWER
3-PIN W/P 150 SHROUD
A B C
A B C A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
P/N 17359
240 IN.
240 IN.
60 IN.
BRN TIE (2X)
GRY TIE
HEAT SHRINK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. RED N/C N/C
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLU 20 GA. VIO
20 GA. GRY 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
5-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
A B C D E
18 GA. RED N/C N/C 18 GA. BLK N/C
RUN/HOLD SIGNAL RUN/HOLD POWER RUN/HOLD GROUND
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
DUST COVER (P/N 13107)
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
300 IN.
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLU 20 GA. VIO
20 GA. GRY 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLU 20 GA. VIO
20 GA. GRY 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD

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ProPlant Multi-Drive Mounted System Layout
PWR (WHT)
GND (BLK)
P/N 14324 - 3’
ORG TIE
RED TIES
BRN TIE
RED TIE
LEFT SECTION BYPASS VALVE
SPEED
RUN/HOLD w/DUST COVER
CONTROL VALVE
RIGHT RPM
CENTER RPM
LEFT RPM
CENTER SECTION BYPASS VALVE
RIGHT SECTION BYPASS VALVE
P/N 17307 - 20’
P/N 17308 - 15’
P/N 17339 - 15’
P/N 17360 - 15’
BRN TIES
ORG TIES
GRY TIE

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ProPlant Multi-Drive Mounted Wiring Diagram
A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C
A B C
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN N/C 12 GA. WHT N/C 12 GA. BLU
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLK 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. RED 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
SPLICE/HEAT
SHRINK
7-PIN MIXED SHROUD
7-PIN MIXED TOWER
TOKEN READER
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
3-PIN M/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN M/P
150 TOWER
YELLOW TIE
SPEED
P/N 14324
A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
36 IN.
180 IN.
A B C
3-PIN M/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN M/P
150 TOWER
20 GA. GRY 20 GA. VIO 20 GA. BLU
6 IN.
12 GA. WHT 12 GA. BLK
240 IN.
180 IN.
18 GA. BLU 18 GA.
BLK
P/N 17339
HEAT SHRINK
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN 18 GA. BLU 18 GA. BLK
HEAT SHRINK
+ 12VDC GND
A B C D E
A B C D E
5-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
5-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
18 GA. RED 18 GA. RED 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. BLK
HEAT SHRINK
P/N 17360
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLU 20 GA. VIO 20 GA. GRY 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
A B C D E F G H J K
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. RED 18 GA. RED 18 GA. RED
ProPlant Console
BLK TIE GRY TIE
P/N 17307
ORG TIE
RED TIE
BRN TIE
240 IN.
120 IN.
240 IN.
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
BRN TIE (2X)
ORG TIE (2X)
RED TIE (2X)
240 IN.
120 IN.
240 IN.
A B A B
A B
2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER 2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER 2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
DUST COVER
A B
LEFT SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC LEFT SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
LEFT RPM SIGNAL LEFT RPM POWER LEFT RPM GROUND
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
A B C
A B C A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER 3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER DUST
COVER
RIGHT SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC RIGHT SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
CENTER SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC CENTER SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
RIGHT RPM SIGNAL
RIGHT RPM POWER RIGHT RPM GROUND
CENTER RPM SIGNAL CENTER RPM POWER CENTER RPM GROUND
240 IN.
60 IN.
GRY TIE
P/N 17308
HEAT SHRINK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
3-PIN W/P SHROUD
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
DUST COVER
A B C
A B C
A B C
A B C
RUN/HOLD SIGNAL RUN/HOLD POWER RUN/HOLD GROUND
CONTROL VALVE - CONTROL VALVE +

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ProPlant Multiple-Drive Drawn System Diagram
P/N 17339 - 15’
P/N 13224 - 25’
P/N 17308 - 20’
P/N 17307 - 20’
P/N 14486 - 25’
P/N 17360 - 15’
P/N 14324 - 3’
BRN TIES
BRN TIE
RPM
PWR (WHT)
GND (BLK)
GRY TIE
RED TIE
ORG TIE
ORG TIES RED TIES

A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C
A B C D E F G H J K
A B C
A B C
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN N/C 12 GA. WHT N/C 12 GA. BLU
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLK 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. RED 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
SPLICE/HEAT
SHRINK
7-PIN MIXED SHROUD
7-PIN MIXED TOWER
TOKEN READER
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
3-PIN M/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN M/P
150 TOWER
YELLOW TIE
SPEED
P/N 14324
A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
36 IN.
180 IN.
A B C
3-PIN M/P
150 SHROUD
3-PIN M/P
150 TOWER
20 GA. GRY 20 GA. VIO 20 GA. BLU
6 IN.
12 GA. WHT 12 GA. BLK
240 IN.
180 IN.
18 GA. BLU 18 GA.
BLK
P/N 17339
HEAT SHRINK
18 GA. BRN 18 GA. RED 18 GA. GRN 18 GA. BLU 18 GA. BLK
HEAT SHRINK
+ 12VDC GND
A B C D E
A B C D E
5-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
5-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
18 GA. GRN 18 GA. BRN 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
HEAT SHRINK
P/N 14486
20 GA. BRN 20 GA. RED 20 GA. ORG 20 GA. YEL 20 GA. GRN 20 GA. BLU 20 GA. VIO 20 GA. GRY 20 GA. WHT 20 GA. BLK
A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
A B C D E F G H J K
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. BLK 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. RED 18 GA. RED 18 GA. RED
ProPlant Console
BLK TIE GRY TIE
P/N 17307
ORG TIE
RED TIE
BRN TIE
240 IN.
120 IN.
240 IN.
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
BRN TIE (2X)
ORG TIE (2X)
RED TIE (2X)
240 IN.
120 IN.
240 IN.
A B
A B
A B
2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER 2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
2-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
DUST COVER
A B
LEFT SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC LEFT SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
LEFT RPM SIGNAL LEFT RPM POWER LEFT RPM GROUND
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
A B C
A B C
A B C
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
DUST COVER
RIGHT SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC RIGHT SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
CENTER SECTION BYPASS VALVE +12 VDC CENTER SECTION BYPASS VALVE GROUND
RIGHT RPM SIGNAL RIGHT RPM POWER RIGHT RPM GROUND
CENTER RPM SIGNAL CENTER RPM POWER CENTER RPM GROUND
240 IN.
60 IN.
GRY TIE
P/N 17308
HEAT SHRINK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. BLK
18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
3-PIN W/P SHROUD
3-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
DUST COVER
A B C
A B C
A B C
A B C
RUN/HOLD SIGNAL RUN/HOLD POWER RUN/HOLD GROUND
CONTROL VALVE - CONTROL VALVE +
300 IN.
18 GA. GRN 18 GA. BRN 18 GA. WHT 18 GA. RED 18 GA. BLK
A B C D E
A B C D E
5-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
5-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
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300 IN.
P/N 14324
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A B C D E F G H J K
10-PIN M/P 150 SHROUD
10-PIN M/P 150 TOWER
A B C D E F G H J K
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ProPlant Multiple-Drive Drawn Wiring Diagram
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Select a mounting location which seems most workable, and
that best fits your needs. It should be convenient to reach
and highly visible to the operator. DO NOT INSTALL IN A
POSITION THAT OBSTRUCTS THE VIEW OF THE ROAD
OR WORK AREA. Whenever possible, avoid locations that
expose the console to direct sunlight, high temperature,
strong chemicals or rain.
Place the mounting bracket in the selected location, mark
holes, drill 1/4” (7mm) holes and mount bracket with bolts,
lockwashers and nuts provided. (If bolts are not practical, use
self-tapping screws.) See Illustration 1.
Insert the console in the “U” bracket and install the console
knobs through the bracket, placing a rubber washer over the
threaded stud. Position console to proper viewing angle and
tighten the knobs securely.
Illustration 1
Electrical Installation
The ProPlant must be connected to a 12-volt DC electrical
system. Power is connected directly to the battery. The
ProPlant has an ON/OFF switch on the console to turn the
power off when the system is not being used.
Locate the power cable harness and connect to the mating
connector on the console. Connect the blue chassis ground
wire to a good frame ground. See Illustration 2. Make sure
there is good metal-to-metal contact. Route the power cable
from the console to the battery. Cut off excess length. In
routing cable to battery, avoid areas where the cable may
be subjected to abrasion or excessive heat. Install the in-line
fuse provided with the kit on the white wire, as illustrated, to
protect the circuit. Connect the ORANGE wire (hot) from the
fuse holder to the positive battery terminal. Attach the BLACK
wire (ground) to a screw or bolt on the equipment frame. See
Illustration 2. Be sure there is good metal-to-metal contact.
Your ProPlant is equipped with a non-volatile electronic
memory which does not require a constant supply of
power to retain daily totals or calibration values. The
advantage with this type of memory is that it conserves
battery power and will not discharge the vehicle’s battery
when equipment is not in use.
Tools Needed to Install ProPlant
• Screwdrivers • Pliers
• Set of Wrenches • Wire Cutter
• Electric Drill and Bits • Hammer
• Center Punch • 12-Volt Test Light
Hot
(ORANGE) 20-Amp In-line
Fuse Required
Ground
(Black)
Ground
White
Illustration 2
NOTE: For negative ground systems only.
Installation
Mounting the Display Console

Installation (cont)
Magnetic Speed Sensor Installation
Locate the following parts:
•Speed sensor cable (Green body)
•Mounting “L” bracket
•Magnets
•Cable ties
Please Note: If you have purchased an Astro 5 GPS Speed
Sensor or a Vansco radar speed sensor, disregard the
following section on magnetic speed sensors and install the
speed sensor as described in the instructions included with
the unit.
Locations where the sensor may be installed:
1. Non-driven wheel on vehicle. This is less susceptible to
errors resulting from wheel slip.
2. Vehicle drive shaft. This type of mounting is recommended
for trucks, four-wheel drive tractors or other equipment
that has poor or no access to a non-driven wheel.
The magnets are attached to a wheel hub or drive shaft and
the speed sensor is mounted directly over the magnet. When
the wheel or drive shaft begins turning, a speed impulse is
sent to the ProPlant console every time a magnet passes by
the tip of the speed sensor. For the speed sensor to operate
properly, the spacing between the magnets and the tip of
the sensor must always remain constant. Before permanently
mounting any parts, be sure that the location you have
selected will meet the requirements shown in Illustration 3.
NOTE: Observe magnet polarities (See Magnet Installation
Section).
45° max
Sensor
(Green body)
Magnet
3/8” nuts
Bracket must
be rigidly
mounted
Sensor assembly must not
be mounted more than
45° from perpendicular
¼” to ½” air gap
Illustration 3
Illustration 4B
North
North
North
South
South
South
1
2
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5
6
Test magnet
should alternately
attract and repel.
Illustration 4A
S
N
NOTE: Magnets may be
attached mechanically or
adhered with epoxy or other
high quality adhesive. When
using adhesive, thoroughly
clean the area of dirt and oil.
1” Minimum
Illustration 4C
Magnet Installation
Please read the following information about magnet spacing
and polarity.
The number of magnets that must be used depends on the
size of your tire and where you mount the sensor. On ATV,
tractor or implement wheels the general rule of thumb is one
magnet for each wheel bolt (minimum of two, and always an
even number). For drive shafts or small wheels, two magnets
are usually adequate.
To determine the number of magnets required, measure the
distance traveled of one revolution of the sensor equipped
wheel in inches (centimeters).
Refer to the tables to determine the minimum number of
magnets required for the measured distance.
Always use an even number of magnets, and always alternate
the polarities of the magnets as you go around the wheel
hub or drive shaft.
The magnets provided by Micro-Trak are marked with a
dashed line on the SOUTH pole side of the magnet.
See Illustration 4A.
To install, mount the first magnet with the SOUTH pole side
(dashed line) facing toward the hub or shaft. Mount the
second magnet with the NORTH pole side facing toward the
hub or shaft. See Illustration 4B.
For proper operation, the magnets must be evenly spaced
around the wheel or drive shaft. The magnets must be at
least 1” apart. See Illustration 4C.
English or Turf (inches)
Wheel Circumference 40 80 120 160 200
Number of Magnets 2 4 6 8 10
Metric (cm)
Wheel Circumference 100 200 300 400 500
Number of Magnets 2 4 6 8 10
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Speed Sensor Options
The ProPlant may be interfaced with a variety of speed
sensing equipment. Several options are listed below.
Astro Series or other GPS Speed Sensor Interfaces
The ProPlant may also be used with most GPS speed sensors
that output a pulsed signal, such as the Micro-Trak Astro
II and 5, SkyTrak or Dickey-John GPS speed sensors. An
adapter cable may be required.
VanscoTM Radar Speed Sensor
The Vansco radar speed sensor uses a microwave (radar)
signal to deliver a reliable, accurate speed signal for electronic
equipment. It features state-of-the-art electronic design/
manufacturing, rugged housing and complete testing and
certification.
Radar Interface
The ProPlant may also be interfaced with most popular
radar ground speed sensors. An adapter cable is required for
proper interface.
SEE APPENDIX FOR LIST OF ADAPTER CABLES FOR RADAR.
Vansco Radar
Speed Sensor
Contact a Micro-Trak sales
representative for details
on any of these products,
or call Micro-Trak Systems,
Inc. at 1-800-328-9613.
Astro 5 GPS Speed Sensor
SENSOR IDENTIFICATION CHART
Connecting the Speed Sensor Cable
The speed sensor cable has a GREEN sensor body and mates
with the 3-pin connector which is marked with a YELLOW
cable tie. See ProPlant Wiring Diagram on pages 9, 11, 13,
or 15.
The optional RPM sensor uses the same type of connector
as the speed sensor. The RPM sensor body is black and
connects to the main harness 3-pin connector with a red tie.
See ProPlant Wiring Diagram on pages 9, 11, 13, or 15.
SENSOR SENSOR BODY COLOR CONNECTOR TIE COLOR
Speed Green Yellow
RPM Black Brown
Run/Hold Black Gray
Installation (cont)
Magnetic Speed Sensor Installation (cont)

Hydraulic Cylinder Mounting
Remote Run sensor on hydraulic cylinder. Magnet and sensor
are in line when equipment is lowered and operating.
Run
Position
Hold
Position
Sensor
(Black body)
Magnet
North
South
Care & Maintenance of your ProPlant TM Console
• Store the console in a cool dry location if it will not be used for an extended period of time, such as during the off-season.
• As with any electronic equipment, use care in cleaning so that water or other liquids do not enter the case.
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Installation (cont)
Standard Run/Hold Sensor and Connection
Lift Wheel Mounting
Sensor (Black body)
1/8” to 3/8”
(6 mm to 13 mm)
when wheels are up
Magnet
South
North
Remote Run/Hold
The run/hold sensor cable has a BLACK body and mates with
the main harness cable having a GRAY cable tie near the 3-pin
M/P connector. Make certain that you install the correct sen-
sor cable and connect it to the correct connector on the main
harness.
• The basic idea is to attach a magnet to a lever or some
part of the equipment that moves when the implement
is raised and lowered. The Hall-effect Run/Hold sensor is
sensitive only to the south pole of the magnet. Install
the magnet with the dashed line facing the sensor.
When the magnet is away from the sensor, the console
will be in HOLD and the area and distance counting
functions will be disabled. NOTE: The run/hold kit
includes a 5’ sensor cable and 10’ extension. You may
require additional extension cables which are available
in 5 ft. (1.5 m), 10 ft. (3 m), 15 ft. (4.5 m), 20 ft. (6 m) and
25 ft. (7.6 m) lengths.
• You may also use a toggle or other type switch. Simply
cut the black jumper wire in the dust cover and splice on
an appropriate length of wire to reach your switch. Do
not connect to a switch with power.
When switch is open, console is in RUN. When the switch is
closed, the console is in HOLD.

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The value for Driven or Drive Sprocket refers to the number
of teeth on the sprocket.
To calculate Ratio for a single stage chain drive, use the
following equation:
(Driven Sprocket ÷ Drive Sprocket)
EXAMPLE: 32 ÷ 16 = 2.000
This means the Drive Sprocket will need to make 2 complete
revolutions in order for the Driven Sprocket to make 1
revolution.
To calculate Ratio for a two stage chain drive, use the
following equation:
(First Stage Driven Sprocket ÷ First Stage Drive Sprocket)
x (Second Stage Driven Sprocket ÷ Second Stage Drive
Sprocket)
EXAMPLE: (32÷ 16) x (28 ÷ 16) = 3.500
In the above example, the First Stage Drive Sprocket will
need to make 3.5 complete revolutions in order for the
Second Stage Driven Sprocket to make 1 revolution.
To calculate Ratio for a three stage chain drive; use the
following equation:
(First Stage Driven Sprocket ÷ First Stage Drive Sprocket)
x (Second Stage Driven Sprocket ÷ Second Stage Drive
Sprocket) x (Third Stage Driven Sprocket ÷ Third Stage Drive
Sprocket)
EXAMPLE: (32 ÷ 16) x (28 ÷ 16) x (24 ÷ 18) = 4.666
In the above example, the First Stage Drive Sprocket will
need to make 4.666 complete revolutions in order for the
Third Stage Driven Sprocket to make 1 revolution.
Enter your calculated Ratio in the Ratio setting of “Special
Cal”.
Calculating your Flow Cal for a Planter Drive
1. Rows equals the number of rows the drive is running.
ROWS = ______
2. How many seeds are dispensed per revolution of your
Seed Meter Disc?
SMD = ______
3. What is the Ratio of hydraulic motor revolutions to seed
meter revolutions?
RATIO = ______ to 1
4. How many teeth are there on your Motor Sensor
Sprocket?
MSS = _____
1000 Seeds ÷ ROWS = Seeds per Row
Seeds per Row ÷ SMD = Seed Meter Revolutions
Seed Meter Revolutions x RATIO = Motor Revolution
Motor Revolution x MSS = Pulses per 1000 Seeds (Flow Cal)
EXAMPLE:
ROWS = 12
SMD = 30
RATIO = 4.0
MSS = 16
1000 Seeds ÷ 12 = 83.333
83.333 ÷ 30 = 2.777
2.777 x Ratio = 11.111
11.111 x 16 = 177.8
177.8 = Flow Cal or Pulses per 1000 Seeds.
FIRST STAGE DRIVEN
THIRD STAGE DRIVEN
THIRD STAGE DRIVE
SECOND STAGE DRIVEN
SECOND STAGE DRIVE
FIRST STAGE DRIVE
Installation (cont)
Calculating Planter Drive Ratio