Vaderstad E-Services TPF Series User manual

Instructions
Original instructions
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E-Services
series
TPF, TPR, TPT, TPV
Version 1.8.1-1.9.9

© Väderstad Holding AB, Väderstad, Sweden 2017
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Contents
1 Safety ....................................................... 1
1.1 How to read the instructions ...............1
1.1.1 Explanations.......................................1
2 Product description ............................... 2
2.1 Väderstad E-Services ..........................2
2.2 Overview...........................................2
2.3 Gateway............................................2
2.4 iPad (E-Contro )..................................2
2.5 Down oad the software ......................2
2.6 E-Keeper ...........................................2
2.6.1 Button functions .................................3
3 Assembly instructions ........................... 4
3.1 Insta ing E-Contro on the
tractor...............................................4
3.2 Fitting the iPad in the E-Keeper ...........4
3.3 Connecting to ISOBUS ........................4
3.4 Connecting to tractors without
ISOBUS connectors.............................4
3.5 Pair the iPad with the E-Keeper ...........5
4 Get started .............................................. 6
4.1 Connecting with E-Contro ..................6
4.1.1 If the network is not found
automatically......................................6
4.2 Down oad the E-Contro app ica-
tion, ISOBUS/E-Contro .......................6
4.3 Updating software in Gateway,
ISOBUS/E-Contro ...............................7
5 Home screen ........................................... 8
5.1 Navigation buttons ............................8
5.2 Work disp ay......................................8
5.3 Function buttons ...............................9
5.4 Row units..........................................9
6 Basic Settin s........................................ 10
6.1 Menu Settings ................................. 10
6.2 Task Contro .................................... 11
6.3 A arm eve s..................................... 12
6.4 Tram ining Settings .......................... 12
6.4.1 Calculation of tramlining.................... 12
6.4.2 Calculated tramline ........................... 13
6.4.3 Customised tramlining....................... 13
6.4.4 Changing a suggested tramline ......... .. 14
6.4. Save the tramline program . ........ ........ 14
6.4.6 Open a tramline program................... 14
6.4.7 Tramlining Compensation ............. ..... 1
6.5 Row unit settings ............................. 15
7 Calibration............................................. 16
7.1 Checking ift and output eve s
(on y app ies to TPF)......................... 16
7.2 Ca ibration of the amount of
de ivered seed ................................. 16
7.2.1 Calibration menu .......................... .... 16
7.3 Ca ibration of ferti iser...................... 17
7.3.1 Calibration menu .......................... .... 17
7.4 Ca ibration of micro-
granu ate ........................................18
7.4.1 Calibration menu .......................... .... 19
7.5 Ca ibrating the radar ........................ 20
8 Operational settin s............................ 21
9 Statistics ................................................ 22
10 Alarms .................................................... 23
11 Virtual Terminal (ISOBUS) .................. 24
11.1 The home screen.............................. 24
11.1.1 Row units.........................................24
11.1.2 Work display .................................... 2
11.1.3 Function buttons .......... ........ ........ .... 2
11.2 Settings...........................................26
11.2.1 Menu Settings .................................. 26
11.2.2 Task Control ........ ......... ........ ........ .... 26
11.2.3 Alarm levels ..................................... 28
11.2.4 Tramlining ...... ......... ................ ........ 29
11.2. Row unit settings ............ .................. 29
11.3 Ca ibration menu ............................. 30
11.3.1 Checking lift and output levels (only
applies to TPF) ........ ........ ......... ........ . 30
11.3.2 Calibration of the amount of
delivered seed .................................. 30
11.3.3 Calibration of fertiliser ... ........ ............ 31
11.3.4 Calibration of micro-granulate ............ 33
11.3. Calibrating the radar.......................... 34
11.4 Operationa settings......................... 34
11.5 Statistics .........................................34
11.6 A arms ............................................35
12 Use in the field ..................................... 37
12.1 Manua output................................. 37
12.2 Transport position............................ 37
12.3 LowLift............................................37

Contents
12.4 Lift stop ..........................................37
12.5 Wing fo ding.................................... 37
12.6 Auto advance .................................. 37
12.7 Bout marker switching...................... 37
12.8 Front hopper activation .................... 38
12.9 The tram ining program.................... 38
12.10 Variab e adjustab e feed rate ............ 38
12.10.1 E-Control ........... ......................... ..... 38
12.10.2 Virtual Terminal (ISOBUS) .................. . 39
13 Task Control parameters .................... 40
14 Hydraulic win foldin Tempo
F .............................................................. 42
14.1 Switching between transportation
mode and working mode.................. 42
14.1.1 Switching between transportation
mode and working mode........... ........ 42
14.1.2 Switching from working mode to
transportation mode ......................... 43
15 Motor outputs ...................................... 45
15.1 Motor outputs WS9, TPF .................. 45
15.2 Motor outputs WS9 TPT .................... 47
15.3 Motor outputs WS9 TPR, TPR4–
TPR6 ..............................................48
15.4 Motor outputs WS9 TPV TPV6–
8.....................................................50
16 Electrical components ......................... 53
16.1 Power supp y, Gateway .................... 53
17 Troubleshootin ................................... 54
17.1 Genera information on
troub eshooting............................... 54
17.2 Troub eshooting ist ......................... 54
18 Alarm list, ISOBUS/E-Control.............. 55
18.1 A arm ist specific to Front
Hopper ...........................................60

Safety
1 Safety
1.1 How to read the instructions
These instructions describe the control unit. The control
unit is used to control and monitor the machine’s
functions, from the tractor cab. Certain functions
described in the instructions may be optional and/or
depend on which machine is going to be controlled. This
means that certain functions will not be present,
depending on the information entered in the basic
settings.
1.1.1 Exp anations
Always pay extra attention to texts or figures
indicated by this symbol. The symbol indicates
dangers that result in death, serious bodily harm
or considerable material damage if not avoided.
Always pay extra attention to texts or figures
indicated by this symbol. The symbol indicates
dangers that may result in death, serious bodily
harm or considerable material damage if not
avoided.
This indicates a special situation or an activity
required to ensure correct use of the machine.
Failure to follow these instructions may cause
disruption to the machine or its surroundings.
Information marked with this symbol may be
worth noting as it relates to a useful tip or a
particularly useful piece of information that will
help you handle the machine properly.
Used to clarify information.
• Used to present information in the form of bullet
points. The order in which the information is set out
is not indicative of any particular order of precedence
that needs to be followed.
Enumerations without any particular order of
precedence are listed alphabetically, as are descriptions
of details in images. The information has no particular
order of precedence.
Figures or letters in brackets refer to corresponding ones
in the image and are used as references in the text.
A. Reference (A)
B. Reference (B)
Information for which the order is important is indicated
using numbered action instructions.
When referring to images, figures are also used in the
same way as the alphabetical list if the references
outnumber the letters in the alphabet.
1. Start by...
2. Then ...
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Product description
2 Product description
2.1 Väderstad E-Services
All machine functions are controlled and monitored
from the tractor cab using a control unit.
Väderstad offers several different options for controlling
and monitoring the machine: E-Control or ISOBUS. All
of these systems can control all of the machine’s
functions, but how the systems are operated and
connected varies.
2.2 Overview
E-Control/ISOBUS
Figure 2.1
• E-Control – controlling and monitoring the machine
with an iPad.
• GW (Gateway) – control unit that processes and
stores machine data.
2.3 Gateway
Figure 2.2 Gateway
Gateway is the brain of the E-Control and ISOBUS
systems. It communicates with the iPad and the VT
(Virtual Terminal) and stores all machine settings and
important data referring to machine functions, alarms,
etc. Every seed drill has its own Gateway.
Gateway is compatible with ISO 11783 and requires an
ISOBUS terminal (Virtual Terminal) running version 3
or 4. Väderstad AB’s website contains a list of tested
terminals; visit www.vaderstad.com for more
information.
2.4 iPad (E-Contro )
Figure 2.3 E-Control
E-Control consists of an iPad1that can be combined with
a special docking unit, called the E-Keeper. The
communication between the iPad and the machine’s
Gateway takes place wirelessly via a Wi-Fi connection.
Gateway receives and processes all commands. E-
Control has a large touchscreen with coloured menus
that make it easy to operate. The E-keeper features a
number of buttons that are used to control and navigate
the most important functions while driving in the field.
2.5 Down oad the software
Open the Väderstad application using the icon for “E-
Control” . The terminal downloads the software
from the machine’s Gateway and all important data on
machine functions, alarms, etc. are presented on the
screen in a clear and easy-to-read way.
The application is installed on the terminal supplied with
the machine at the factory.
• The terminal will determine the appearance and
function of submenus in the form of e.g. keyboards
and scroll bars. Please read the terminal’s user guide
for information as to how to operate it.
2.6 E-Keeper
An iPad holder is available as an accessory for the
touchscreen. The e-keeper offers a firm grip for the user
and there are a number of easily accessible buttons to
control the functions that are most frequently used while
driving.
12 V
Wi-Fi
E-Control
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GW
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Product description
2.6.1 Button functions
Figure 2.4
A. Variable adjustable seed feed rate: hold down
button A and move UP/DOWN using buttons E and
H.
Shutting off the row unit from the left:hold down
button A and press F.
Shutting off the row unit from the right:hold down
button A and press G.
B. Variable adjustable fertiliser feed rate: hold down
button B and move UP/DOWN using buttons E and
H.
Enabling the row unit from the left:hold down
button B and press F.
Enabling the row unit from the right:hold down
button B and press G.
C. Alarms menu (displayed as long as the button is held
down).
D. Statistics menu (displayed as long as the button is
held down).
E. Lift stop (OFF/ON).
F. Not used.
G. Bout marker switching. Switches manually or
automatically depending on selection with the
function button .
H. Manual output.
A
B
CF
H
G
E
D
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Assemb y instructions
3 Assemb y instructions
3.1 Insta ing E-Contro on the
tractor
1. Securely mount the docking unit in the tractor cab. It
should be located within the field of vision when
driving forwards. Install the bracket as shown in the
illustration.
Figure 3.1 Installing E-Keeper
Be sure to check for any concealed wiring
prior to any drilling in the tractor cab.
2. Connect the docking unit’s power cable (A) to the
tractor’s 12 V socket.
3.2 Fitting the iPad in the E-Keeper
Figure 3.2
Connect the iPad to the charger cable (B) and push it all
the way into the E-Keeper. Push it gently into place.
There is wireless communication between the
iPad and the E-Keeper. If the buttons on the
docking unit do not work, check that Bluetooth
is enabled in the iPad settings menu.
3.3 Connecting to ISOBUS
Figure 3.3 ISOBUS onne tor
1. Connect the cable from Gateway to the tractor’s
ISOBUS connector. Take care when making the
connection
2. Make sure that the pins of both connectors are
aligned.
3. Attach the connector using the latch clamp. (May not
look the same on different tractors.) The terminal
detects that a Gateway is connected and automati-
cally downloads the software.
4. The cable is hung in the hose holder together with the
hydraulic hoses.
3.4 Connecting to tractors without
ISOBUS connectors
Connect the red cable to 12 V AFTER
connecting the main switch/main relay.
Figure 3.4 Conne ting an ISOBUS onne tor
A. Tractor battery
B. Tractor main switch
C. Power supply to Gateway
1. Make sure that the main power switch in the tractor is
switched off.
A
1.72 1.72
12.2 12.2
4100 4100
2/4 2/4
170 170
Left Left
Right Right
B
+--
A
B
C
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2. Fit the electrical socket in a suitable place with the
cable pointing downwards in order to prevent water
from getting into the connector. We recommend that
the socket be located close to the hydraulic connector
at the rear of the tractor.
3. Route the cable in a suitable way through to the main
switch/main relay. The cable needs to be fitted so that
it cannot get trapped, work loose or risk coming into
contact with hot components on the tractor.
4. Connect the black cable to minus and the red cable to
plus.
3.5 Pair the iPad with the E-Keeper
In order for an iPad to work with an E-Keeper, they must
be paired. Normally, no settings are required because the
iPad and E-Keeper are factory-paired. If the iPad is used
with another E-Keeper or the E-Keeper is replaced, they
will need to be re-paired.
Pairing an iPad with an E-Keeper
1. Power up the E-Keeper.
2. Ensure that the iPad and E-Keeper are within
“Bluetooth” range and launch the E-Control
application on the iPad. If “Bluetooth” is not
enabled, you will be prompted to enable it, on the
screen.
3. Press any button on the E-Keeper. The “Bluetooth”
symbol will light up and the E-Keeper will be ready
to use.
The iPad must always be unpaired from the E-
Keeper before it is paired with a new one.
Unpairing an iPad from an E-Keeper
Figure 3.5
1. Start the iPad.
2. Select settings and switch off Wi-Fi.
3. Start the E-Control application. A page will be
displayed, asking if you want to unpair the iPad from
the E-Keeper.
4. Press the cross, see “Figure 3.5 “. The “Bluetooth”
symbol will go out and it will now be possible to pair
the iPad with another E-Keeper.
5. Select settings and re-start the Wi-Fi.
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Get started
4 Get started
4.1 Connecting with E-Contro
Figure 4.1
Väderstad has an application, E-Control, which is a
program that can be used to control your Väderstad
machine from an iPad. The application is installed on the
iPad delivered with the machine (does not apply for all
countries) and comes with the necessary settings for
network connection pre-installed at the factory.
1. Connect Gateway to the ISOBUS connector or other
power supply on the tractor.
• Gateway must ALWAYS be powered-up when
the machine is in operation.
2. Start the iPad in the tractor cab or in the vicinity of
Gateway. Connection to the Gateway network will
occur automatically.
3. Open the E-Control application by pressing the
symbol.
• It can take up to two minutes for the application
to open.
4. The machine’s home screen is displayed when
downloading is complete.
Always check before starting work that the iPad
is connected to the correct network. Once the
local network from Gateway is enabled for the
first time, the iPad will automatically find the
network the next time you are within range.
However, if you are already connected to
another network, the network must be selected
manually.
4.1.1 If the network is not found automatica y
If connection to the network does not take place
automatically, the network connection must be enabled.
This might happen if, for example, you have already
connected to another network or you are using an iPad
that has not been connected to the network from
Gateway before (network unknown).
1. Start the iPad in the tractor cab or in the vicinity of
Gateway.
2. Select network settings and enable Wi-Fi. (Please
read the user manual for the iPad or contact Apple
support for instructions about how to select the
network and enable Wi-Fi.)
3. The choice of local network from Gateway will be
shown under network selection. The network name
is “machine type”-[Gateway serial number], e.g. TP-
VAD-000125.
• If the network is not shown immediately, wait for
a minute or so while the iPad searches for
networks. If the network is not found after
several minutes, contact a service technician.
4. Press the network name and enter the password for
the network. The password is 12345678.
5. The network name is shown in the Wi-Fi field and a
checkmark icon shows that the connection is enabled.
6. Exit network settings by pressing the iPad home
button.
7. Open E-Control using the icon.
4.2 Down oad the E-Contro
app ication, ISOBUS/E-Contro
Väderstad’s E-Control application is free software that
can be downloaded to an iPad from the App Store (Apple
and the App Store are registered trademarks of Apple
Inc.).
An Apple ID is required to download applications from
the App Store. The same Apple ID can be used for
several Apple products. If you already have an Apple ID,
then you can use this to download the E-Control
application.
Please read the iPad user guide or contact Apple Support
for detailed instructions on how to create an Apple ID.
1. Connect the iPad to a wireless network with Internet
connection. Please note that the network which
Gateway creates is NOT connected to the Internet.
2. Go to the iPad home screen and press the App Store
icon.
3. Press the search field and type in “E-Control”, then
start the search.
4. The Väderstad icon will appear on the screen.
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Get started
5. Press the “free” field and then “Install app”. Enter
your Apple ID when prompted to do so. The
download status bar in the icon indicates that a
download is in progress.
6. Press “Open” to start the application.
The application is the same for all Väderstad
machines equipped with E-Control. The system
automatically detects the current machine type.
4.3 Updating software in Gateway,
ISOBUS/E-Contro
Software is updated by first downloading the new
software to your iPad from the Internet. When the iPad
subsequently connects to the local network from
Gateway, you are asked whether the new software is to
be installed.
1. Connect the iPad to a wireless network with Internet
connection. Please note that the network which
Gateway creates is NOT connected to the Internet.
• If the network is not shown immediately, wait for
a minute or so while the iPad searches for
networks.
2. Go to the iPad home screen and press the icon.
3. Select “Search for updates” when prompted. You
will see on screen which updates are available, and
the download will start.
• The application is common to all machine
models. The search provides updates for all
machine models to which E-Control has been
connected. During the installation phase,
Gateway detects which update is relevant for that
particular device.
4. Connect the iPad to the local network from Gateway.
5. Select “Install updates” when prompted.
6. Once installation is complete, the message “Update
successful” appears.
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Home screen
5 Home screen
The home screen is the view shown whilst operating It
displays all the information required for monitoring, and
you can also adjust your settings.
Figure 5.1
The screen shows a fully equipped TPF8.
A. Display for control and monitoring.
B. Function buttons.
C. Navigation buttons that open submenus for basic
settings and alarms.
D. Row units.
E. Alarm levels in percentages. The percentage at
which the alarm is activated can be adjusted in the
Settings menu. See “6.3 Alarm levels“
5.1 Navigation buttons
Home screen. This button always takes you back to
the home screen.
Operational settings.. This is where the settings
are entered for hydraulic row unit pressure. (If the
machine is equipped with hydraulic row unit pressure
and the function is activated.)
Statistics. Shows statistics of the machine’s
operation as well as drilling performance for the current
drilling operation.
Alarms Press the button to access the alarms menu.
The alarms menu shows a detailed description of the
nature of the alarm; alarms can also be acknowledged
here. The digit in the top right corner shows the number
of active alarms.
Basic settings and calibration. No settings can be
adjusted here during operation.
Information. This button takes you to instructions.
By pressing on the field for the feed rate, you can
adjust the feed rate directly on the home screen.
Row units can be switched OFF/ON by pressing
on a row unit.
5.2 Work disp ay
Figure 5.2
Information that an be read on the home s reen:
A. Seed feed rate Depending on the calibration
method, seed spacing or the amount of seed per
hectare is displayed.
B. Fertiliser rate The feed can be switched off and on
by pressing the fertiliser symbol.
C. Micro-granulate feed rate The feed can be
switched off and on by pressing the micro-granulate
symbol.
D. Adjustment of sown seed amount Pressing the
field for the seed or fertiliser feed rate will open a
pop-up window for the variable adjustable feed rate.
See also “12.10.1 E-Control“.
E. Fan rotation speed or air pressure .
If front hopper is selected, will also be
displayed.
Press the field to switch value.
F. Driving speed
G. Tramlining The first number shows which bout of
the tramlining cycle you are in. The second number
shows the total number of bouts in the tramline cycle.
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Home screen
H. Bout marker switching Shows the current position
of the bout marker arms. Press the field to switch
bout marker. Switches manually or automatically
depending on selection with the function button
.
I. Area meter Shows area driven since last reset.
During operation, it is a good idea to check at
regular intervals that the air pressure in the seed
feed housing is maintained at 3.5 kPa.
5.3 Function buttons
Figure 5.3
A. Manual output (
B. Transport position
C. LowLift
D. Lift stop
E. Wing folding
F. Auto advance
G. Bout marker switching
H. Front hopper activation
5.4 Row units
Figure 5.4
Every row unit is displayed with a symbol on the home
screen, and under every row unit two bars are displayed
which monitor the output.
A coloured row unit indicates that the output is active
(also applies to micro-granulate and fertiliser if the
machine is fitted with extra equipment). If, for some
reason, the output on a row unit is switched off, this is
indicated by a greyed-out row unit (the example
indicates that row units 7 and 8 are switched off).
It is possible to switch the output on/off from an
individual row unit directly on the screen by pressing on
the row unit to be changed. Restart the output by pressing
the same row unit again.
When you raise and lower the machine, all row
units always start automatically.
Bars
A. Row number
B. The number of doubles – The bar indicates the row
unit’s number of doubles as a percentage.
C. The number of skips – The bar indicates the row
unit’s number of skips as a percentage.
Bar olours
Drilling quality here refers to the number of skips and the
number of doubles.
• Green bar = drilling quality within approved area.
• Yellow bar = drilling quality is 50% of set alarm level.
• Red bar = drilling quality is 100% of set alarm level.
The levels for the different alarms are set in the alarms
menu in basic settings.
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Basic Settings
6 Basic Settings
The precision seed drill always has basic factory settings
with the correct machine type, size, etc.
Replacing the Gateway device that contains the
machine’s memory requires resetting the machine’s
basic settings.
It is also possible to adjust certain settings in this menu, e.
g. alarm delays, tramlining, etc.
• It is not necessary to establish any settings in this
menu as part of your daily usage of the machine.
6.1 Menu Settings
Figure 6.1
A. Navigation buttons leading to submenus.
Calibration
Select which unit is to be calibrated; the active unit is
marked with green. The calibration menu is
described in a separate chapter for each unit.
“7.2 Calibration of the amount of delivered
seed“
“7.4 Calibration of micro-granulate“
“7.3 Calibration of fertiliser“
“7.5 Calibrating the radar“
“7.1 Checking lift and output levels (only
applies to TPF)“
“6.2 Task Control“
Settings
“6.3 Alarm levels“
“6.4 Tramlining Settings“
“6.5 Row unit settings“
Other settings
Settings can be entered here by selecting the arrow
for the relevant field to get to the new page. There
will either be a number of alternatives to choose from
or a requirement to enter data.
B. Unit of measurement, select metric or imperial.
C. Language setting. Language settings are normally
changed in the menu for the control device. (Please
read the user guide for the control device to find out
how to change the language settings). If there is no
support for the desired language in the control
device, the language can be selected in this menu.
(Väderstad reserves the right to decide which
languages will be available.)
D. Selecting machine type. ‘TPF’, ‘TPR’, ‘TPT’ or
‘TPV’.
E. Record the machine’s serial number here.
F. It is possible to enter user-specific information, e.g.
your name.
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
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G. The serial number of the Gateway software version is
shown here.
H. The serial number of the WS9 software version is
shown here.
I. The number of row units is entered here.
J. Setting for the number of sensors for the depth
stopper. Value 1 is used if there are transport wheels
in the centre section only, and value 2 is used if there
are also transport wheels on the wing sections.
K. Setting for the number of level sensors for fertiliser.
L. Select row spacing between 1-2000 mm in
increments of 1 mm.
M. Activate Task Control and open a submenu with
settings.
N. Output of fertiliser Off/Regular/FH (front hopper).
O. Micro-granulate output ON/OFF (accessory).
P. Level sensor for seed output level in the seed hopper,
where ON means there is a level sensor in the seed
hopper to the right of centre.
Q. Hydraulic wing folding ON/OFF (accessory). Only
applies only to TPF.
R. Hydraulic row unit pressure ON / OFF
S. Tramlining ON/ OFF.
6.2 Task Contro
Task Control is a GPS-based help function to use in the
field. A GPS terminal supporting this function is
required for Task Control to work correctly. Contact
your local GPS supplier to ensure that you have the
correct functionality.
Figure 6.2
Fun tions
A. Shut-off by row
B. Section shutdown fertiliser (only if FH is selected)
Variable feed rate a ording to the ontrol file for:
C. Seed
D. Micro-granulate
E. Fertiliser
This is where information is entered regarding the
geometri lo ation of the drill in relation to the tra tor.
F. Offset X = Compensation for any canting. If the
machine is pulling in one direction or if it is offset to
one side. Expressed in mm.
G. Offset Y = Distance between the coupling point and
ground contact, for example, gauge wheels.
Expressed in mm.
H. Connector = Type of coupling device. Three point
linkage or hitch.
I. Number of sections = Maximum number of devices
that the monitor sends to the Task Controller screen.
If this is exceeded, then several row units will share
one section.
Example: a 32-row machine with a maximum
number of 16 sections installed, results in only 16
sections being reported on the screen.
Settings for the stopping and starting of seed and
fertiliser output
J. SC Turn Off Time = Time compensation for seed
transportation (switch off)
Example: if it takes 4 seconds for seeds to reach the
seed coulter after the motor has stopped rotating,
then the setting in this field should be 4 seconds. This
means that the motor stops rotating 4 seconds before
the expected shut off. Expressed in ms.
K. SC Turn On Time = Time compensation for seed
transportation (switch on)
Example: if it takes 4 seconds for seeds to reach the
seed coulter after the motor has begun to rotate, then
the setting in this field should be 4 seconds. This
means that the motor begins rotating 4 seconds
before the expected switch on. Expressed in ms.
L. Section Y = Distance between the point of ground
contact and the point of application
This value together with the value in the field Offset
Y is the same as the distance from the coupling
device to the seed coulter. Expressed in mm.
If the seed coulter is placed in front of the
gauge wheels, a negative value can be
entered here.
The fertiliser settings are only available if
FH is selected.
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6.3 A arm eve s
Figure 6.3
Alarm settings
Set the level at which alarms are to be activated. Change
by pressing the field to be changed and set a new alarm
level in the pop-up window.
A. Amount of seed fed out. Activates an alarm if the
amount fed out (seeds/ha) is less than the alarm level,
as a percentage for one of the row units. The alarm
level is indicated as a percentage of the set feed rate
in the calibration menu.
B. Alarm delay (secs) for seed fed out.
C. Alarm level for percentage deviation in the spacing
between seeds on average for all row units.
D. Alarm delay (secs) for seeds per second
E. Planting accuracy alarm level. Generates an alarm if
the planting accuracy for one of the row units is less
than the set alarm level.
F. Alarm delay (sec) for planting accuracy.
G. Alarm level for the number of skips within each row.
Default setting: 20%
H. Alarm level for the number of doubles within each
row. Default setting: 20%
I. Alarm delay (sec) for the number of skips and
doubles.
J. Fan rotation speed alarm level, lower alarm level.
Default setting: 2000 rpm.
K. Fan rotation speed alarm level, upper alarm level.
Default setting: 5000 rpm
L. “Warning” alarm level for drilling quality. Drilling
quality is the deviation indicated as a percentage for
skips and doubles. Shown as a bar chart on the
statistics page (yellow marking if the accuracy is less
than the set alarm level).
M. “Critical” alarm level for drilling quality. Drilling
quality is the deviation indicated as a percentage for
skips and doubles. Shown as a bar chart on the
statistics page (red marking if the accuracy is less
than the set alarm level).
When sele ting FH (FrontHopper) the following alarm
settings may also be entered:
N. FH fan rotation speed alarm level, lower alarm level.
Default setting: 1500 rpm
O. FH fan rotation speed alarm level, upper alarm level.
Default setting: 4000 rpm.
Alarm delay indicates the time between an error signal
from the sensor and the visual/audible alarm on the home
screen. The alarm indication should be slightly delayed
to avoid alarms at low driving speeds. Nevertheless, the
delay should be as short as possible to allow sudden,
brief interruptions to be detected as well. Default setting:
5 seconds.
6.4 Tram ining Settings
6.4.1 Ca cu ation of tram ining
Figure 6.4
This screen is intended for calculation of tramlining. A
suggested calculation can be chosen based on the
settings entered. It is also possible to design a tramline
program yourself.
The background is light when the screen is in display
mode, and dark when changes/designs are being made.
This is to clarify where you are.
The following values need to be entered:
A. Total width of the spraying implement.
B. Distance between pairs of wheels.
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C. Width of the wheels (safe clearance of plants can be
achieved by entering a higher value here). Example:
The wheel width is 500 mm, but additional
protection of 50 mm for the plant is desired – so
600 mm should be entered).
D. Also indicate which direction the tractor will turn
after the first bout.
Buttons for sele ting al ulations
E. The calculation is based on the information entered.
F. Facilitates your own, customised tramlining.
To simplify the process of setting up a tramline
program, it is advisable to select a sample
tramline as a basis for your own one. But please
note that such a tramline program will only
come up with a suggestion, and it is important
that you check its suitability.
The suggested tramline has no upper limit for
the number of bouts. The maximum number of
bouts that can be generated is 120. If the
suggestion is not suitable, it can be adjusted by
modifying the wheel width and generating a new
tramline. Alternatively, adapt the tramline
described below to create your own.
6.4.2 Ca cu ated tram ine
Figure 6.5
The s reen above shows a suggested tramline based on
the information entered:
A. Total number of bouts in the tramline program
B. Overlap for the spraying implement
C. Bouts for the drill
D. Bouts for the spraying implement
The yellow dotted lines (C) show the row units that will
be sowing and the white solid lines show the row units
that will be shut off due to the tramlining.
The example in the above illustration shows that row
units 3 and 6 will be shut down because of the tramline in
bout number 2 in the tramline program.
You can scroll left and right in order to see the entire
calculated sequence.
Figure 6.6
A. Indicates the overlap made by the spraying
implement between each bout.
The overlap occurs if the working widths of the drill and
the spraying implement do not run equally.
6.4.3 Customised tram ining
Figure 6.7
The s reen above shows a ustomised tramline program:
A. Number of bouts
B. Bouts. Shows whether the row unit will sow or
tramline
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The yellow dotted lines in (B) show the row units that
will be sowing and the white solid lines show the row
units that will be shut off due to the tramlining.
The above example shows that row unit 3 will be shut off
during bouts 2 and 3 due to the tramlining.
6.4.4 Changing a suggested tram ine
Figure 6.8
Changes to the tramline program can be made by
shutting off one or more row units in bouts where
tramlining tracks are to be laid.
A. Row units
B. Arrows used to scroll through the various bouts of
the tramline program.
C. Cancel
D. Accept
E. Add a bout to the tramline program.
F. Remove a bout from the tramline program.
G. Open a saved tramline program.
H. Save the current tramline program.
I. Displays whether the row unit will be sowing or
turned off for each bout.
To hange a suggested / reate a tramline:
• Select which row unit(s) is/are to be shut off during
tramlining by pressing on the row unit(s). When
marking the row unit, it switches between tramlining
(wheel tracks) or normal sowing.
• Press (E) for additional bouts and (F) to reduce the
number of bouts.
• Confirm the change by pressing (D) To undo
changes, press (C).
For successful tramlining, it is very important to
think through where they are going to be before
starting work.
6.4.5 Save the tram ine program
It is possible to save up to 10 tramlining programs.
Press (H) in the previous tramlining selection screen
Figure 6.9 Name a tramline program
Name the tramline program to be saved and press (B).
Press (A) to cancel.
6.4.6 Open a tram ine program
Press (G) in the previous tramlining selection screen
Figure 6.10
The available tramline programs are displayed here. The
final figure indicates the number of rows on the machine
that the program is intended for. The number is
automatically appended to the name when the program is
saved. It is important that the program chosen is
consistent with the current number of rows on the
machine to be employed.
Figure 6.11
If the selected program agrees with the configured
settings of the machine and its number of row units, then
it will be highlighted in green.
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Figure 6.12
If it does not agree with these data, then it will be
highlighted in red.
To open the selected program, press .
To delete a saved program, press .
6.4.7 Tram ining Compensation
Figure 6.13
Tramlining Compensation is a function that allows you
to vary the feed rate using the tramline program. By
entering a percentage in (A), all rows adjacent to a
tramlining row will receive an increased feed rate, in
accordance with the percentage entered.
Figure 6.14
In the figure above, the arrows indicate, for example,
which rows will be compensated.
6.5 Row unit settings
Figure 6.15
A warning will be shown before you enter the
settings menu: Do not change any settings in
this menu if you are the least bit unsure. An
incorrect value could cause a row unit to stop
working.
Every motor on the seed unit, micro-granulate unit and
fertiliser unit must be programmed to the correct motor
output on WS9. All machines are programmed to the
correct machine type at the factory, but new
programming may be required in conjunction with
software updates or WS9 replacement.
A. Seed motors
B. Fertiliser motors
C. Micro-granulate motors
Adjustment
1. Select which unit is to be set using the function
buttons (the symbol goes green).
2. Change the value by pressing the field to be set and
enter a new value in the pop-up window. Settings
must be made in accordance with “15 Motor
outputs“.
Two outputs cannot have the same setting. If
they do, this triggers a CAN bus communication
error alarm.
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7 Ca ibration
7.1 Checking ift and output eve s
(on y app ies to TPF)
Figure 7.1
Settings
Setting the level for raising the machine when drilling
(LowLift) and setting the level for output start and output
stop.
A. LowLift level Maximum LowLift height is 79. The
set value is a percentage of the level for a fully raised
machine, which is 100.
B. Level for output start The level at which the seed
meter begins feeding out seed when the machine is
lowered into the sowing position. The set value is a
percentage of the LowLift height.
C. Level for output stop The level at which the seed
meter stops feeding out seed when you raise the
machine to the LowLift position. The set value is a
percentage of the LowLift height.
D. Lift height The machine’s momentary height.
E. Lowering stop (sowing position).
The position for lowering stop (sowing
position) should not be changed when output
start, output stop and LowLift are set! The
setting is made during basic machine setup.
(The drilling depth is set individually for each
row unit.)
Adjustment
1. Press the button for the function to be set in the field
with the height scale. The corresponding function
button can also be pressed on the VT.
2. Raise or lower the drill unit to the desired position
using the hydraulic lever. The indicator arrow (F)
follows the drill unit’s movement along the height
scale.
3. Confirm the value between each setting.
or can never be higher than or
lower than . Nor can they overlap.
7.2 Ca ibration of the amount of
de ivered seed
Go to calibration by selecting Settings/Seed.
7.2.1 Ca ibration menu
Figure 7.2
Display
A. Air pressure
B. Number of skips
C. Number of doubles
D. Output quality
E. Amount of seed
F. Number of seeds/ha or seed spacing (depending on
calibration method).
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