SBG Raven 600S Instruction sheet

CONFIGURATION MANUAL
(ENGLISH) (ORIGINAL VERSION)
Raven 600S smart antenna
016-8000-025EN Rev. A

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Table of contents
Table of contents.............................................................................................................................................................................3
Preface.................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Disclaimer...........................................................................................................................................................................................5
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................7
2. Hardware configuration.....................................................................................................................................................9
2.1. 600S cable overview ................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.2. 600S SBAS tractor kit................................................................................................................................................10
2.2.1. In Cab Harness (Terminal) before 2017 SBAS .......................................................................................10
2.2.2. In Cab Harness (Terminal) VPR4 ISO after 2017 SBAS.......................................................................11
2.3. 600S RTK tractor kit ..................................................................................................................................................12
2.3.1. In Cab Harness (Terminal) before 2017 RTK..........................................................................................12
2.3.2. In Cab Harness (Terminal) VPR4 ISO after 2017 RTK .........................................................................13
2.4. NMEA output ..............................................................................................................................................................14
3. Unlocks & subscriptions ..................................................................................................................................................15
3.1. Request unlock ...........................................................................................................................................................15
3.2. Enter authorization code ........................................................................................................................................16
3.3. Request Satellite GS subscription........................................................................................................................17
4. Software configuration.....................................................................................................................................................19
4.1. Configurator system settings................................................................................................................................19
4.2. Setup as PPP rover ....................................................................................................................................................19
4.3. Select GPS steer modus ..........................................................................................................................................20

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Preface
This configuration manual is intended for persons responsible for configuring a Viper 4 field computer
with Raven 600S smart antenna running SBGuidance software. The manual contains important
instructions that should be complied with when commissioning, operating and servicing the
SBGuidance system.
This manual has been compiled with the utmost care. SBG Precision Farming assumes no responsibility
for any errors or omissions in this document.
Any comments or questions can be sent to [e-mail].
SBG Precision Farming or any of its suppliers will accept no liability for physical or material
damage caused whilst using the SBGuidance system.
The installed SBG system produces less than 70dB (A) noise.
This user guide uses a number of concepts for extra attention to a few things:
Tip!:
Provides recommendations on how certain
activities can be performed much easier.
Please note!:
Indicates certain problems that the user
should take note of.
Caution!:
Indicates that the machine can be damaged.
Warning!:
Indicates a risk of injury.

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Disclaimer
Warning!:
Always switch off the tractor before installing or repairing hydraulic and electrical components
of the SBGuidance system.
Warning!:
The safety instructions contained in the manuals of the tractor or implements must be complied
with at all times.
Warning!:
It is strictly prohibited to use the SBGuidance system on public roads.
Warning!:
It is strictly prohibited to leave a driving vehicle unattended when the SBGuidance system is
switched on. The driver is always responsible for the direction and course of the vehicle.
Warning!:
To prevent injury or fire, replace defective fuses only with fuses of the same type and amperage.
Warning!:
The SBGuidance the operating system is not able to detect and avoid obstacles. If there is an
obstacle in your path, you will always need to take action for it to be avoided.
Warning!:
Only allow authorized/qualified persons to operate the system. Authorized/qualified persons are
defined as: persons who have read and understood the manual, have been given instructions by
a product specialist, and who are both physically and mentally fit and able to operate the
system.
Warning!
In case of system failure or breakdown switch of the tractor and disconnect the electrical power
source to avoid further damage. Contact your dealer for further instructions on how to repair
your system.
Warning!
The system contains moving parts! Make sure the immediate environment is clear of people
before operating the system.

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Warning!
Always wear personal protective equipment when operating/adjusting/repairing the system
outside of the tractor cab.
Caution!:
In order to prevent power surges from occurring, always start the machine first, before initiating
the SBGuidance control system.
Caution!:
Only touch the touch-screen with your finger or by using a special touch-screen stylus/pen.
Operating the touch-screen with sharp objects may cause permanent damage to the screen.
Caution!:
Always consult your supplier as to which products are best suited first before cleaning the
touch-screen with chemicals or alcohol.
Please note!
If the terminal is not used for a long period, better remove the terminal from the tractor and
store in a heated environment. This will extend the life span of the electronic components.
Please note!
To prevent theft, it is better to not let the terminal and GPS-antenna unattended in the tractor
on the field.

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1. Introduction
This configuration manual is intended for configuring a
Viper 4 field computer with Raven 600S smart antenna
(Figure 1). This configuration manual applies to
SBGuidance version 4.0.x or later.
As a new alternative to the Viper 4 TWIN with internal
dual antenna receiver we can offer the Viper 4 with the
Raven 600S smart antenna. The Viper 4 field computer
doesn’t have a build-in GPS receiver, but uses the
external 600S smart antenna. This 600S antenna is fully
scalable which means you can order it with SBAS,
Satellite GS or RTK accuracy. The 600S comes standard
with a dual frequency receiver and antenna. And with
that it is able to use the GLIDE technology and
GLONASS in standard. SBAS + GLIDE has a standard
accuracy of +/-20 cm (pass-to-pass) and is perfect for
applications such as section control.
The antenna can be upgraded to Satellite GS accuracy.
This correction requires a payed subscription. With that
the antenna reaches +/- 3 cm accuracy pass-to-pass
(initial warm-up time is at least 20 min). The correction
signal is received through a geostatic satellite.
The Raven 600S can be upgraded to RTK (+/- 2 cm) as
well. The corrections will be received through a
Slingshot modem. An RTK subscription is needed.
Figure 1 Raven 600S smart antenna

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The different possible accuracy levels of the Raven 600S
are displayed in Table 1.
Accuracy
absolute
Accuracy pass
to pass
Glonass
included
Correction
signal
delivered by
Subscription
required
SBAS
60 cm
20 cm (GLIDE)
Yes
Satellite
No
Slingshot GS
15 cm
10 cm
No
Slingshot field
hub
No
Satellite GS
5 cm
3 cm
Yes
Satellite
Satellite GS
RTK
2 cm
2 cm
Yes
Slingshot field
hub
Cellular provider
+ NTRIP/CORS
network
Table 1 Accuracy levels of Raven 600S

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2. Hardware configuration
For installing the components on the vehicle, follow
the instructions in the general Installation manual
SBGuidance Auto. In case of a 600S tractor kit, 600S
antenna cabling needs to be installed instead of
installing a coaxial cable.
2.1. 600S cable overview
Part number
Part name
Part of
1
11150172303
600S adapter cable
Terminal kit
2
11158000011
600S to Viper 4 cable
Tractor kit
3
11150171890
600S to Slingshot cable
Tractor kit
Table 2 600S cables.
1
2
3

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2.2. 600S SBAS tractor kit
For SBAS and Satellite GS accuracy a 600S SBAS tractor
kit is required.
Please note!
There is a difference between a harness
shipped in 2017 and shipped before 2017.
Look at the part number on the harness to find
out which configuration is recommended.
2.2.1. In-Cab Harness (Terminal) before
2017 SBAS
This chapter describes how to configure the system
when using an In-Cab Harness (Terminal): SBG13711-
09. This cable is shipped before 2017.
Port A of the 600S main cable needs to be connected
to COM 3 of the Viper 4 terminal harness using a Null
modem (Figure 2).
Figure 2 600S SBAS tractor kit cabling connections
SBG13711-09.

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2.2.2. In-Cab Harness (Terminal) VPR4
ISO after 2017 SBAS
This chapter describes how to configure the system
when using an In-Cab Harness (Terminal)
11158000064. This cable is shipped from 2017.
Port A of the 600S main cable needs to be connected
straight to COM 3 of the Viper 4 terminal harness
without using a Null modem (Figure 3).
Figure 3 600S SBAS tractor kit cabling connections 11158000064.

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2.3. 600S RTK tractor kit
For RTK and Slingshot GS accuracy a 600S RTK tractor
kit is required.
Please note!
There is a difference between a harness
shipped in 2017 and shipped before 2017.
Look at the part number on the harness to find
out which configuration is recommended.
2.3.1. In-Cab Harness (Terminal) before
2017 RTK
This chapter describes how to configure the system
when using an In-Cab Harness (Terminal) SBG13711-
09. This cable is shipped before 2017.
Port A of 600S main cable needs to be connected to
COM 3 of the Viper 4 terminal harness using a Null
modem. Port RTK corrections of the 600S RTK cable
needs to be directly connected to the Slingshot field
hub (Figure 4).
Figure 4 RTK tractor kit cabling connections SBG13711-09.

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2.3.2. In-Cab Harness (Terminal) VPR4 ISO
after 2017 RTK
This chapter describes how to configure the system
when using an In Cab Harness (Terminal)
11158000064. This cable is shipped from 2017.
Port A of the 600S main cable needs to be connected
straight to COM 3 of the Viper 4 terminal harness
without using a Null modem. Port RTK corrections of
the 600S RTK cable needs to be directly connected to
the Slingshot field hub (Figure 5).
Figure 5 RTK tractor kit cabling connections 1115800064.

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2.4. NMEA output
NMEA GPS data for third party devices can outputted
from Port B of the 600S main cable (NMEA directly
from receiver) or from the VRA/NMEA 2 connector of
the Viper 4 terminal harness (Roll compensated
NMEA). The required baud rate, interval and messages
can be configured in SBGuidance via Setup > GPS >
NMEA. Use NMEA 1 for configuring NMEA messages
directly from the receiver (Port B). Use NMEA 2 for
configuring Roll compensated NMEA messages from
SBGuidance (VRA/ NMEA 2 connector).

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3. Unlocks & subscriptions
For Satellite GS, Slingshot GS and RTK are unlocks
required. If the system needs to work on SBAS
accuracy, this chapter can be skipped.
3.1. Request unlock
New ordered 600S smart antennas will be delivered
with ordered unlocks. If you would like to upgrade the
accuracy level of an existing 600S smart antenna, the
serial number (S/N) and product number (P/N) needs
to be provided for ordering. This information can be
found on the serial number sticker on the bottom side
of the smart antenna. The unlock is represented by an
authorization code. Entering the authorization code is
explained in paragraph 3.2.
Please note!:
A 600S unlock for GS or RTK can be requested
by contacting SBG Precision Farming. The serial
number (S/N) and product number (P/N) of the
receiver needs to be provided.
Figure 6 Configurator NovAtel receiver Info.

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3.2. Enter authorization code
Open SBGuidance Configurator by pressing SHIFT +
SBGuidance. Go to GPS > NovAtel receivers. Select
Receiver Type Smart-6L (Raven 600S) and Port COM3
to connect to the receiver (Figure 6).
Go to the Config tab to enter the received
Authorization code. For example:
AUTH R48RDT,NH45MM,PBRCJ6,CZMKF4,
PWFC95,D2LRPGTTNA
After pressing Send, the following should be displayed
in the main screen (Figure 7):
Success: connected to COM1!
>AUTH <code>
<OK
[COM1]Connection closed.
In case the connection to COM1 of the receiver fails,
try to Setup the receiver again (paragraph 4.2).
Figure 7 Configurator NovAtel Config Auth code.

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3.3. Request Satellite GS subscription
If you like to work with Satellite GS accuracy, the
receiver needs to be unlocked for GS and there needs
to be an active Satellite GS subscription. For requesting
a subscription, the serial number (BFN number) and
the PAC code need to be provided.
Open SBGuidance Configurator by pressing SHIFT +
SBGuidance. Go to GPS > NovAtel receivers. Select
Receiver Type Smart-6L (Raven 600S) and Port COM3
to connect to the receiver (Figure 6).
Go to the Config tab and choose Version info. to
request the serial number (BFN number) of the
receiver. In the main screen the result of the LOG
VERSION ONCE command is displayed which includes
the serial number (Figure 8). In case the connection to
COM1 of the receiver fails, try to Setup the receiver
again (paragraph 4.2).
Go to the Config tab and choose LBand info. to
request the PAC code (Figure 9). In the main screen the
result of the LOG TERRASTARINFO command is
displayed which includes the PAC code. For example:
QU326:6828:8973
Please note!:
The subscription can be requested by contacting
SBG Precision Farming. The receiver serial
number (BFN number) and PAC code needs to
be provided.
The Satellite GS subscription is active starting from the
requested start date. After powering up the 600S smart
antenna, it can take up to 3 hours before the Satellite
GS subscription is activated in the receiver. This means
that the receiver needs to be powered and have
enough satellite view for up to 3 hours.
If the result of the LOG TERRASTARINFO command
displays TERM the Satellite GS subscription is active. If
the result displays UNASSIGNED, then there is not an
active subscription.
Figure 8 Configurator NovAtel receiver Config.
Figure 9 NovAtel Receiver Configurator Config
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The 600S smart antenna is receiving the Satellite GS
correction signal when the result of the LOG
TERRASTARSTATUS command displays: ENABLE
LOCKED 0 DISABLED ONSHORE.
Please note!:
A Satellite GS subscription needs to be active to
be able to receive Satellite GS accuracy. After
powering up the 600S receiver, it can take up to
3 hours before the Satellite GS subscription is
activated in the receiver.
Please note!:
Slingshot GS does not require a subscription. A
GS unlock and a Slingshot modem are needed
to be able to receive Slingshot GS accuracy.

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4. Software configuration
4.1. Configurator system settings
The System Settings in the SBGuidance Configurator
should already be setup correctly, but it is advised to
check these settings.
Open SBGuidance Configurator by pressing SHIFT +
SBGuidance. Go to Settings > System > tab GPS
(Figure 10). Receiver should be Raven 600S.
4.2. Setup as PPP rover
Open SBGuidance Configurator by pressing SHIFT +
SBGuidance. Go to GPS > NovAtel receivers. Select
Receiver Type Smart-6L (Raven 600S) and Port COM3
to connect to the receiver (Figure 11).
Go to the Config tab and choose Setup as PPP rover.
The receiver will automatically connect to the right
baud rate. When successfully connected, the following
should be displayed in the main screen:
Success: connected to COM1!
Write configuration…
A question will popup which asks if you are going to
use Slingshot GS. Press No in case you are going to
work on SBAS, Satellite GS or RTK accuracy (Figure 11).
The Raven 600S smart antenna should be ready to
receive satellite signals and communicate with
SBGuidance now.
Figure 10 Configurator System Settings.
Figure 11 Setup as PPP rover.

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4.3. Select GPS steer modus
Within SBGuidance, the GPS steer modus can be
selected when you navigate to Setup > GPS (Figure
12). The GPS steer modus is determining in which GPS
accuracy modus automatic steering is allowed.
When the 600S smart antenna is working without
unlock on SBAS accuracy, the EGNOS / WAAS button
should be activated. Autosteer will be allowed in SBAS
and DGPS GPS accuracy mode ( ).
When the 600S smart antenna is unlocked for GS, the
Satellite GS button should be activated. Autosteer will
be allowed in PPP ( ) and DGPS ( ) GPS
accuracy mode.
When the 600S smart antenna is unlocked for RTK,
both buttons should stay red (not activated). Autosteer
will only be allowed in RTK ( ) GPS accuracy
mode.
Figure 12 GPS steer modus.