Versatile SmarTrax User manual

SmarTrax™
Installation & Operation Manual

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Table of Contents
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CHAPTER 1 Important Safety Information................................................. 1
Hydraulic Safety ........................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety ........................................................................................................................2
CHAPTER 2 Introduction............................................................................. 3
Installation Guidelines ...............................................................................................................3
Updates .....................................................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 3 Cruizer Calibration and Operation....................................... 5
Initial Startup ..............................................................................................................................5
Wheel Base and Antenna Offsets .....................................................................................10
Steering Test ......................................................................................................................12
Error Messages .................................................................................................................13
Completing the Calibration Procedure ....................................................................................14
Steering Response Adjustments .............................................................................................14
Line Acquisition Mode and Aggressiveness .......................................................................15
OL (On-line) Mode and Sensitivity .....................................................................................15
Advanced Setup and Diagnostics ...........................................................................................16
System Diagnostics ...........................................................................................................22
CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting ................................................................... 25
Status LEDs .............................................................................................................................25
Error Messages ....................................................................................................................... 26
Mechanical Problems ..............................................................................................................27
Operational Problems .............................................................................................................28
CHAPTER 5 System Drawings.................................................................. 31

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C H APT ER 1 Important Safety
Information
Read this manual carefully before installing the SmarTrax system.
•Follow all safety information presented within this manual.
•If you require assistance with any portion of the installation or service of your Raven equipment, contact
your local Raven dealer for support.
•Follow all safety labels affixed to the SmarTrax system components. Be sure to keep safety labels in good
condition and replace any missing or damaged labels. To obtain replacements for missing or damaged
safety labels, contact your local Raven dealer.
When operating the machine after installing SmarTrax, observe the following safety measures:
•Be alert and aware of surroundings.
•Do not operate SmarTrax or any agricultural equipment while under the influence of alcohol or an illegal
substance.
•Remain in the operator’s position in the machine at all times when SmarTrax is engaged.
•Disable SmarTrax when exiting from the operator’s seat and machine.
•Do not drive the machine with SmarTrax enabled on any public thorough-fare or main road.
•Determine and remain a safe working distance from other individuals. The operator is responsible for
disabling SmarTrax when the safe working distance has diminished.
•Ensure SmarTrax is disabled prior to starting any maintenance work on SmarTrax or the machine.
Please review the operation and safety instructions included with your implement and/or controller.
NOTICE

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When starting the machine for the first time, be sure that all persons stand clear, in case a hose has not been
completely tightened or air in the hydraulic system causes a wheel to move.
Hydraulic Safety
Hydraulics may be under pressure. Never attempt to open or work on a hydraulic system with the equipment
running. Care should always be taken when first opening a system that has previously been pressurized.
When disconnecting the hydraulic hoses or purging is required, be aware that the hydraulic oil may be
extremely hot and under high pressure. Caution must be exercised. Any work carried out on the hydraulic
system must be performed in accordance with the machine manufacturers's approved maintenance
instructions. Raven Industries recommends that appropriate protective equipment be worn at all times when
working on the hydraulic system. When installing SmarTrax hydraulics or performing diagnostics,
maintenance, or routine service, ensure precautions are taken to prevent any foreign material or contaminants
from being introduced in the machine's hydraulic system. Objects or materials that are able to bypass the
machine’s hydraulic filtration system will adversely reduce performance and possibly damage the SmarTrax
hydraulic valves.
Electrical Safety
Do not reverse power leads. Doing so could cause severe damage to the equipment. Always make sure that
the power leads are connected to the correct polarity as marked. Ensure that the power cable is the last cable
to be connected.
WARNING
CAUTION

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C H APT ER 2 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Raven SmarTrax™ system!
When you first install your system, it will need to be calibrated to your controller and your specific vehicle. While
calibrating and operating SmarTrax, it is important to make sure the machine is running at working engine RPM
so that the hydraulic pump is able to supply full flow to the hydraulic system.
The following instructions are designed to assist you in the proper calibration of your SmarTrax system with the
Cruizer. Installation should be fully completed before calibrating the system. If you have any questions
regarding the installation of your SmarTrax system, see the installation manual for instructions.
Installation Guidelines
Refer to the machine specific installation manual for instructions on installing the SmarTrax hydraulic valve
block and hoses.
WARNING
Read all safety requirements and precautions in
the machine specific installation manual prior to
operating a machine equipped with the
SmarTrax feature. Failure to follow safety
precautions may lead to damage to equipment,
injury, or death.

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Prior to using the SmarTrax feature with your console, you must setup and calibrate the SmarTrax node.
Note: Ensure that the SmarTrax node is mounted solid and square with the machine.
If using a Cruizer, set communication port speed to 115200 baud.
Updates
Updates for Raven manuals as well as software updates for Raven consoles are available at the Applied
Technology Division web site:
www.ravenprecision.com
Sign up for e-mail alerts and we will notify you when updates for your Raven products are available on the
Raven web site.
1. Download the Cruizer Install folder to the root directory of the thumb drive.
2. Locate ‘Port A’ connector on the back of the Cruizer II console and disconnect any cable connection.
3. Connect the ‘SmarTrax Update’ connector to port A on the back of the Cruizer II console.
4. Insert the thumb drive into the Cruizer and then enter the tools menu.
5. Select the updates button and then select the Smartrax file to update.
6. Then press the start button and the node will automatically update and the Cruizer II will display progress of
the update at the bottom of the screen. When update is complete, reconnect cables to original position.
Remove the thumb drive before touching the green check mark (the update will restart if the green check is
selected while the thumb drive is still inserted).
CAUTION
Do not reverse the power leads. Doing so will
cause severe damage to the equipment.
Always check to make sure that the power
leads are connected with the correct polarity.
Ensure that the power cable is the last cable to
be connected.

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C H APT ER 3 Cruizer Calibration
and Operation
Use this procedure the first time you calibrate a SmarTrax system with the Cruizer or if the default settings
have been restored.
Note: When calibrating or operating SmarTrax with a Cruizer console, make sure to set the baud rate for
port A and B to 115,200. Refer to the Cruizer Guide for instructions on changing the baud rates.
Initial Startup
1. To calibrate the CAN SmarTrax, touch the Tools icon from the Home Screen.
Tools Button

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2. To begin the calibration, touch the Steering icon to access the Setup Wizard Menu.
Note: The Cruizer II console features a steering setup wizard which is accessible via the ‘Wizard’ icon
and then selecting the ‘Autosteer Setup Wizard’ icon. Selecting the Steering icon from the System
menu offers the same functionality.
During the initial start up of the system, language data must be transferred from the SmarTrax
node to the console. Allow several minutes to transfer this data before calibrating the system.
3. The Liability Waver screen appears next, This screen is to inform the operator of their personal
responsibility while operating SmarTrax. Touch Yes, I agree to continue with the calibration or No, I
disagree to discontinue the calibration.
Note: The Liability Waiver screens appears the first time a job is started or when the SmarTrax screens
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4. Next, select your machine type. If your specific machine is not listed, select either FS (Front Steered)
Tractor, SP Sprayer FBoom (Self Propelled, Front Boom), SP Sprayer RBoom (Self Propelled, Rear Boom),
Articulated, or Rear Steered.
5. Touch the to advance.
6. Select your Control Device. Select either Raven Hydraulic (Raven Supplied Hydraulic), SmartSteer, or
Steer Ready (only available on select machines).
7. Touch to advance.

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8. If the machine is equipped with a pressure transducer, the following screen appears. If your system is not
equipped with the pressure transducers skip to step 15. For SmarTrax systems, skip to step 14.
9. Touch Start and follow the instructions as they appear.
10. Wait for the system to determine pressure reading when no steering inputs are present.
11. When prompted, turn the steering wheel in order for the system to sense the pressure when steering inputs
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12. Turn the steering wheel at the normal speed in which you usually turn at the end of a row. Verify the wheel
status is changing, when the steering wheel is turned. If the status does not change with the turning of the
steering wheel the “Disengagement Setting” will need to be adjusted.
Note: Increasing the disengage setting requires more steering input in order for the system to
disengage. Decreasing the disengaging setting requires less steering input in order for the system
to disengage.
13. Touch to advance.
14. Press and release the foot switch. This ensures the foot switch is installed correctly.
Note: The Node Orientation screen automatically appears when the foot switch is detected.

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15. Follow the instructions to determine the number on the node box facing forward. The SmarTrax system
automatically detects the downward number.
16. Wait while the node calibrates the terrain compensation sensors. Once calibration of the sensors is
complete, the system automatically advances to the next screen.
Wheel Base and Antenna Offsets
Note: The wheel base, antenna position and antenna height measurements must be entered using the
display units currently selected on the console. The units in which the measurements should be
entered is displayed on the screen for reference.
1. If a specific machine is selected, the Wheel base is filled in automatically. If a generic Machine type is
selected, enter the Wheel Base. The Wheel Base measurement is the distance from the center of the front
axle to the center of the rear axle. For articulated machines, measure both sides and average the number.
The SmarTrax system requires accurate measurements in order to perform at an optimum level.
NOTICE
The wheel base, antenna position and antenna
height values are critical to the operation of the
SmarTrax system. Be sure to measure these
dimensions accurately for optimal performance.
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2. Touch to advance.
3. Use the keypad to enter your antenna’s fore or aft position. Enter the Antenna Position.The Antenna
Position is the distance the antenna is in front (+) or behind (-) the rear Axle. Raven recommends mounting
the antenna on the center line of the vehicle at the front of the cab.
4. Touch to advance.
5. Enter the Antenna Height. The Antenna Height is critical for compensating for machine roll. Measure from
the ground to the mounting base plate of the antenna.
6. Touch to advance.

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Steering Test
Note: The following procedure allows the SmarTrax controller to “learn” the hydraulic capabilities of the
vehicle to properly steer the machine in the field.
1. Position the vehicle in an open space with several acres of smooth ground to perform the hydraulic
calibration.
2. With the engine at working RPM, drive forward at a speed between 3-6 mph [5-9 km/h].
3. Press the foot switch to begin the hydraulic calibration.
During calibration, the vehicle will make 10 turns favoring the left followed by 10 turns favoring the right.
Make sure to have several acres of smooth ground available for calibration. The size of the machine and
the speed of the hydraulic system determine the amount of space needed.
4. During calibration, the machine will make 10 turns favoring the left followed by 10 turns favoring the right.
Turning the steering wheel or tapping the foot switch pauses the calibration for repositioning of the machine.
NOTICE
To avoid potential calibration problems, the
following procedure should be performed in a
field or a large open space and during weather
conditions similar to normal vehicle operation. If
the ground or surface used to complete this
process is slippery or muddy, or if the soil is
very loose or freshly tilled, the SmarTrax
system may “learn” incorrect steering
responses for normal operating conditions.
Be sure any boom or implement sections are
racked or folded to the full in or raised position
during the hydraulic calibration process.
WARNING
Wheels will turn automatically. Make sure the
area around the vehicle is clear of people or
equipment before engaging the steering
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Tapping the foot switch again restarts the calibration procedure. After the completion of the calibration the
SmarTrax Menu displays.
Error Messages
If the steer switch is activated during calibration, an error message stating “Steer switch was activated.........”
will appear on the screen. To correct this error:
1. Select Disengage Setting at the bottom left corner of the error window.
2. Change the Disengage Setting (Steer Switch Delay) to 990.
3. Press the Up arrow one time to reach 0.
The steering wheel kickout has now been disengaged for calibration only. The foot switch or tractor speed
reduction will be needed to disengage AutoSteer.
For other error messages displayed during calibration, make sure:
•To limit the number of starts and stops.
•To have several acres of smooth ground available for calibration.
•The ground is not muddy or icy, so front wheels can’t slide.
•If the vehicle being calibrated is a sprayer, the booms are racked.
•The vehicle is at working RPM.
Ensure all these conditions are met and recalibrate the system.

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Completing the Calibration Procedure
1. To complete the calibration procedure, start a job and set up an A-B guidance line. Refer to the Cruizer
Operator’s manual for instructions on starting a job.
2. Drive at 8-10 mph [12.8-16 km/h] with the machine at operating RPM.
3. Engage SmarTrax while on the line with either the foot switch or by tapping the steering wheel icon on the
right side of the screen.
4. Allow SmarTrax to run for ten minutes until the system automatically adjusts itself.
Note: If after ten minutes the machine is not driving at an acceptable level, the system needs to be
adjusted in order to correct the problem.
Steering Response Adjustments
After the initial calibration has been completed, the operator may adjust the response of the SmarTrax system
to better account for field or weather conditions or to fine tune the system and improve steering accuracy.
To adjust the steering response, touch the SmarTrax Status icon at the top of the screen to display the
SmarTrax sidebar.
The SmarTrax Controller screen will display with the following mode adjustments:
•Line Acquisition Aggressiveness
•OL (On-line) Sensitivity
Note: When engaged, the current mode in which the SmarTrax system is operating is displayed in the
SmarTrax sidebar in between the Aggressiveness and Sensitivity adjustments.
Touch to access the SmarTrax or SmartSteer Settings screens or touch to close the
SmarTrax sidebar.
SmarTrax or
SmartSteer
Status Shield
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Line Acquisition Mode and Aggressiveness
The Line Acquisition Aggressiveness value affects how quickly the vehicle will steer toward a displayed
guidance line when the system is engaged further than 24 inches [60 cm] from the desired path.
If the vehicle does not approach the guidance line as quickly as desired when SmarTrax or SmartSteer is
engaged more than 24 inches [60 cm] from the line, increase the ‘Aggressiveness’ value one number at a time.
Allow the SmarTrax or SmartSteer system at least 30 seconds between adjustments while engaged to
implement the change to the aggressiveness value.
Decrease the ‘Aggressiveness’ in a similar manner if the vehicle tends to steer toward the guidance path too
quickly.
Note: The screen shown above is an example of a situation where SmarTrax may be operating in Line
Acquisition Mode. This mode will be active until the vehicle steers to within 24 inches [60 cm] of
the displayed guidance line or path.
OL (On-line) Mode and Sensitivity
The On-line Sensitivity value affects the response of the vehicle while steering within 24 inches [60 cm] of the
displayed guidance line.
If the vehicle tends to weave across the displayed line and does not stay within 24 inches [60 cm] of the
desired path, increase the ‘OL Sensitivity’ one number at a time. Allow the SmarTrax or SmartSteer system at
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Decrease the ‘OL Sensitivity’ in a similar manner if the vehicle tends to over correct or becomes “twitchy” while
on line.
Note: The screen shown above is an example of a situation where SmarTrax may be operating in On-
line Mode. This mode will be active as long as the vehicle remains to within 24 inches [60 cm] of
the displayed guidance line or path.
Advanced Setup and Diagnostics
1. From the Tools menu, touch the Steering icon to access the SmarTrax Settings.