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1. Medium Group Settings Percentage so Els Sort Action Sort Direction Straight v Panter Actin To change the percentage tap the Up or Down arrow beside that setting To change the sort action Beside Sort Direction select Leff Right or Straight Beside Painter Action select None Painter 1 Painter 2 or Both 5 Tap OK to save the change and return to the Sorter Settings screen 6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 for each sorter or weight group you want to edit 7 Tap OK to save the change and return to the Main screen The total of the percentages must equal 100 The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 46 Phason Tracking herd information Tracking herd information The herd information tracker allows you to manually track the number of animals in each sorter area room pen or barn As animals come into new animals or move out ship dead or cull of the area you can update the total number of animals in each area Herd size is used in many reports Keep your herd information current and accurate or reports will show incorrect information Always get the latest settings and configuration from the site computer before working with MaxPro Mobile To edit herd information 1 On the Main screen tap Settings The Sorter Settings screen appeats 2 Beside Sorter select the sorter co
2. Registering MaxPro Mobile To register MaxPro Mobile 1 Print your registration information on the MaxPro Mobile registration card that was provided with your software Leave the Machine ID and Product Key sections empty for now Start MaxPro Mobile If the program has not been registered the MaxPro Mobile Registration screen appears MaxPro Mobile Bd Ek ol MaxPro Mobile Registration Company Address ay Ed Manitoba eT ull Canada 2 3 4 s e v ga o w e r t v u i o p AP s d f g jh j k l C shirt z x c v b n m 7 eua AT lt 2006 Phason Inc Beside each item enter the required information Scroll down and make sure you enter all the required information After you have entered the all the correct information tap Submit The Product Key screen appears Print your machine ID see the Product Key screen on the registration card and then fax mail or call Phason with your registration information Phason Customer Support will provide you with a product key For Phason contact information see your MaxPro Mobile registration card If you cannot immediately contact Phason you can close MaxPro Mobile by clicking OK The next time you start the program the MaxPro Mobile Registration screen will appear with your information filled in 6 On the Product Key screen enter the product key supplied to you by Phason 7 Tap Submit to complete the registration 2007
3. user manual 2007 Phason Inc All rights reserved Printed in Canada 30041002 2007 11 30 Limited warranty Software Phason Inc Phason warrants for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase that the software product will execute its programming instructions when properly installed on the personal computer or workstation indicated on this package Phason does not warrant that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted or error free Should this software product fail to execute its programming instructions during the warranty period the purchaser s remedy shall be to return the software CD media to Phason for replacement Should Phason be unable to replace the media within a reasonable amount of time the purchaser s alternate remedy shall be a refund of the purchase price upon return of the product and all copies Media Phason warrants the media upon which this product is recorded to be free from defects in materials and wotkmanship under normal use for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase Should the media prove to be defective during the warranty period the purchaser s remedy shall be to return the media to Phason for replacement Should Phason be unable to replace the media within a reasonable amount of time the purchaser s alternate remedy shall be a refund of the purchase price upon return of the product and all copies Notice of warranty claims The purchaser must notify Phason in writing of any w
4. Chapter 2 Getting started To install MaxPro Mobile 1 Insert your MaxPro Mobile CD into the computer s CD ROM drive 2 Copy the file MaxProMobile CAB from the computer to the PDA If you need to install the Compact Framework copy the appropriate file to the PDA For more information see Compact Framework on page 8 3 On the PDA tap the MaxPro Mobile installation file and then follow any instructions on the screen MaxPro Mobile installs on the PDA 4 Ifyou need to install the Compact Framework on the PDA tap the Compact Framework installation file and then follow any instructions on the screen The Compact Framewotk installs on the PDA 5 Tap OK or X until you return to the desktop If you receive any error messages while installing call your dealer or Phason Customer Support Registering MaxPro Mobile After installing MaxPro Mobile you need to register the program You cannot run MaxPro Mobile without registering it To register MaxPro Mobile you need a product key To get a product key you must fax mail or phone Phason Customer Support with the information from your registration form If your PDA has had a hard reset or battery failure after MaxPro Mobile has been installed you will need to reinstall the software and get a new product key from Phason Use the MaxPro Mobile registration card when entering your registration information Your serial number is printed on the card 10 Phason
5. Wireless adapter configuration Your PDA s wireless network adapter WLAN must have the following configuration Use server assigned IP address Yes selected Wireless network configuration Your PDA s wireless network must have the following configuration 2007 11 30 7 Chapter 2 Getting started Network name Same as the wireless network name SSID of the router Device to device connection Not selected No Authentication Open Data encryption Disabled Installing MaxPro Mobile Depending on how your PDA is configured you need to install one or two programs on your PDA The first program is MaxPro Mobile the second program is Microsoft NET Compact Framework Compact Framework Before installing the software make sure you have a way to transfer files from your computer to your PDA and that your computer has the Microsoft ActiveSync software installed on it You can transfer files using a wireless or USB cable connection If ActiveSync is not available on an installation CD that came with your PDA you can download it from Microsoft s web site Compact Framework MaxPro Mobile requires the Microsoft NET Compact Framework There are two versions of the Compact Framewotk on the installation CD If your PDA has Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition as the operating system then install the file Compact FrameworkNNETCFv2 ppc armv4 cab If your PDA has Windows Mobile 5 0 as the operating sys
6. from them There are two site software options MaxPro Il or OMNI Sort MaxPro Mobile is an extension of the brain or site software MaxPro Mobile allows you to change settings and configuration or view the status of a sorter without having to be at the site computer You can make changes to the system from anywhere within wireless range MaxPro Mobile features and benefits Convenience and portability brings near real time control and data to your fingertips anywhere any place Enhanced bio security and safety with wireless communication entering the barn to change settings or view reports or entering a pen of animals to manually control a scale is not necessary you can do it all remotely from the PDA Intuitive easy to use design makes configuration and control easy Manual Control Viewer allows users to quickly view the status of and manually control any sorter ideal for testing installation and equipment 2 Phason About this manual About this manual This manual describes the features of MaxPro Mobile and how to use them In addition to reading this manual you should be familiar with the following Microsoft Windows M how to perform basic functions such as opening and closing programs finding and opening files saving and closing files as well as using a PDA Personal Digital Assistant or Pocket PC MaxPro II or OMNI Sort how the desktop software functions how to confi
7. message similar to below Information old TimedOut 192 168 1 100 Ping Result If the PDA cannot communicate with the site computer check to make sure you entered the IP address correctly If the IP address is cotrect check your wireless settings For more information see Configuring your wireless network on page 6 3 Tap OK to return to the Transfer screen 2007 11 30 19 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system Configuring system information Configuting the system information means configuring system and site wide options These are options that are used within all areas of the software System information is divided into three sections Site information Sorters PINs Configuring site information Site information applies to all sorters at a specific site There are five site information items Farm name Location Download interval Weight units MaxPro II sites only Farm name and location Farm name is the name of the farm company or site This name appears at the top of all reports In addition you can enter a location MaxPro Mobile cannot edit this information for OMNI Sort sites To edit this information at an OMNI Sott site use the OMNI Sort software Download interval Weight readings are stored on each scale head The download interval is how often MaxPro II downloads weight readings and any herd size adjustments that were done at the scale head The defaul
8. midnight based on the previous four days of weight records For more information about when to use smart staging mode see the timelines on page 37 Before using smart staging allow the animals to go through the sorting using auto sort mode for at least four days When in smart staging mode you cannot sort using sort limits If you want to use sort limits use auto sort mode As with auto sort mode smart staging mode allows you to set the sort direction and the paint options The difference with smart staging is that it uses splitting percentages light medium and heavy to calculate sorting weights The sorting weights are automatically calculated each day at midnight based on the previous four days of weight records 44 Phason Selecting the sorter mode For example let s use the smart staging settings shown to the right Percentage Minimum Direction Paint Weights Light Left Medium Straight Heavy Right Animals that cannot be weighed properly for whatever reason too light too heavy error and so on will be sorted in the default sort direction For more information see Configuring profile options on page 24 Animals weighing more than 20 pounds and less then 68 pounds will be light weight group 1 The animals will be sorted left and painted using painter 1 Animals weighing between 68 and 104 pounds will be medium weight group 2 The animals will be sorted straight and painted usi
9. or Program Files OMNI4000 PDAData OMNI Reports Normally reports are stored in the following directory on a site computer C Program Files Phason MaxPro Reports or C OMNI4000 Reports If you transfer reports from one site to a different site computer reports from different sites are stored in the following directory on the site computer C Program Files Phason MaxPro PDAData _MXP2 Reports or C OMNI4000 PDAData _OMNI Reports The HHH H HE indicates the site ID Removing reports from the PDA Because there is a limited amount of storage space on the PDA and because it is easier to sort through a smaller list of reports it is a good idea to remove older reports from the PDA when you are done with them To view reports 1 On the Main screen tap Data The Reports and Data screen appears MaxPro Mobile Br LESE old E Reports and Data Reports on the PDA Phason Farm Land of Phason ID 060 Sum_060203 Settings_0005 Scat_0005_060129_060203 B Daily 3221 060102 Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason Inc 50 Phason Managing reports 2 Under Reports on the PDA select the report you want NOTE You can select more than one report at a time but it is not recommended Viewing more than one report at a time might cause the PDA to lock up 3 Tap View Your report displays 4 To close the report tap OK until you return to the Reports and Data
10. 11 30 11 Chapter 2 Getting started MaxPro Mobile screens There are seven main screens in MaxPro Mobile You can get to all the screens from the main MaxPro Mobile screen There are detailed descriptions of each screen and its functions later in the manual MaxPro Mobile screen Transfer screen Transfer screen Settings screen Send receive Data screen Configuration screen configuration and settings Viewer screen System screen Data screen Manage reports at the site and on the PDA Manual Control Viewer Manual control Status viewer MaxPro Mobile Main screen The MaxPro Mobile screen is the first screen you see when you start MaxPro Mobile From the MaxPro Mobile screen you can get to all screens by tapping on the appropriate button The first time you run MaxPro Mobile or when there is no information available all buttons except Data and Transfer are disabled Before you can access other areas of the program you need to get information from the site computer For more information see Transfer on page 13 or on page 16 Settings screen Sort mode Base weight Weight group settings Herd size Configuration screen Startup options Poweroff options Timing options Profile options Weights options System screen Site information Sorter information PIN numbers MaxPro Mobile 2006 Phason Inc 12 Phason MaxPro Mobile screens Transfer screen The Transfer screen is where you send an
11. 2003 Second Edition or Windows Mobile 5 0 Screen resolution Minimum 240 x 320 pixels with at least 65 536 64K colors Communication Wireless protocol Hardware Integrated 802 11 wireless Wireless B or G USB communication cable cradle Microsoft ActiveSync software Wireless B 802 11b or Wireless G 802 119 Wireless B and Wireless G will work together with each other For a complete list of computer hardware requirements contact Phason customer support Software Firmware Must have the latest version of MaxPro Il or OMNI Sort version 3 5 x x only installed Must have FileZilla installed For best performance use firmware version 1 10 MaxPro Il MaxPro Mobile and OMNI Sort version 3 5 X X are not compatible with firmware versions higher than 1 10 Phason Chapter 2 Getting started This chapter explains how to configure the wireless network and install MaxPro Mobile Topics in Chapter 2 include Configuring your wireless network Installing MaxPro Mobile Registering MaxPro Mobile MaxPro Mobile screens 2007 11 30 Chapter 2 Getting started Configuring your wireless network The computer wireless router and PDA form a wireless network The wireless router is basically an extension for the computer that allows it to communicate using wireless technology The PDA has built in wireless te
12. Is pounds i535 LN animals Weight Groups Tap a group to edit 2006 Phason Inc MaxPro Mobile E System Information Identification PhasonFarms Farms Farm Name System Settings Download Interval Every Hour v Weight Units 6 Phason Ine Chapter 2 Getting started Site Sorters PINS The example on the right is the screen for a MaxPro II site For more information about system information see Configuring system information on page 19 14 Phason Sorter Configuration screen The Sorter Configuration screen is where you configure sorters There are five tabs on the Configuration screen The example on the right shows the Startup tab Startup Poweroff Timing Profile Weights 9999 For more information about sorter configuration see Configuring sorters on page 24 Reports and Data screen The Reports and Data screen is where you manage reports and data files on the PDA and at the site There are two tabs on the Reports and Data screen The example on the right shows the PDA Reports tab PDA Reports Site Reports For more information about managing reports and data see Managing reports on page 48 Manual Control Viewer The Manual Control Viewer is where you view the status of sorters and can control them using manual mode For more information about using the Manual Control Viewer see Using the Manual Control Viewer on page 46 MaxPro Mobile screens M
13. There are three categories of timing options Tailgate operation Headgate operation Painter operation Tailgate open duration Headgate open duration Paint duration Lazy pig delay Headgate close duration Chaser duration Headgate retry delay Headgate retries Tailgate operation Tailgate open duration Tailgate open duration is the amount of time the tailgate remains open to allow an animal to move onto the scale The tailgate open duration starts after the PS 1 has determined there is an animal on the scale Default 1 0 second Range 0 to 25 5 seconds 32 Phason Configuring sorters Lazy pig delay Lazy pig delay is the amount of time the PS 1 waits for the animal to move off the scale before sending in a chaser pig Default 180 seconds Range 1 to 255 seconds Chaser duration Chaser duration is the amount of time the tailgate remains open to allow a chaser pig into the sorter to chase the lazy pig out the exit Default 3 seconds Range 1 to 255 seconds Headgate operation options Headgate open duration Headgate open duration is the amount of time the headgate remains open to allow an animal to move off the scale Default 2 0 seconds Range 0 1 to 25 5 seconds Headgate close duration Headgate close duration is the amount of time the PS 1 waits for the headgate to close before either reopening the gate or completing the sorting process Default 1 0 second Range 0 8 to 25 5 se
14. can be separated for market or other reasons using sort limits Weight records are stored for use in reports and smart staging calculations A minimum of five days of weight records is recommended before smart staging can be used New animals enter the barn and are trained to get used to the sorter 38 Phason Selecting the sorter mode To select the sorter mode 1 On the Main screen tap Settings The Sorter Settings screen appears MaxPro Mobile Kl 2 13 ok dh Sorter Settings sorter Current Mode MEE Base Weight Herd Size pounds 535 LN animals Weight Groups Tap a group to edit 2006 Phason Inc 2 Beside Sorter select the sorter you want to set up 3 Beside Current Mode select the mode you want If you want to change the settings for the selected mode tap one of the weight group bars on the bottom of the screen For more information see Using auto sort mode on page 39 Using smart staging mode on page 43 The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Base weight The base weight helps determine if an animal is on the scale If the weight reading is heavier than the base weight the scale head assumes there is an animal on the scale and starts the weighing process If the weight reading is lighter than the base weight the scale head ignores the reading The base weight
15. connected to the solenoids The poweroff configuration MUST match the gate positions If the gates position like the sample on the left below when the power is off the configuration must be set as follows sott direction left tailgate closed headgate open MaxProMobile Q c 1155 QD Sorter Configuration Sorter The hoses connected to the PS 1 solenoid MUST off configuration or the sorter match the power will function erratically For more information see the PS 1 manual Direction erc Straight Right Tailgate State Open O dosed Headgate State O Open Ne res ee ves 2006 Phason Inc To configure poweroff options 1 On the Main screen tap Configuration and then select the Poweroff tab The Sorter Configuration screen appears 2 Beside Sorter select the sorter you want to configure Under each item you want to change select the option Open Closed Left Straight Right you want 4 Tap OK to save the changes and return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Verify the configuration matches the hose connections on the sorter by switching off the power to the scale head 30 Phason Configuring sorters Configuring weight options MaxPro uses the weight options along with the base weight for more information see Base weight
16. is calculated automatically and cannot be changed 2007 11 30 39 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system Using training mode Training mode is the first mode you should use when new animals arrive Training mode allows new animals to get used to moving through the sorter without the weighing and sorting process In training mode the headgate and tailgate remain open This allows the animals to freely pass through the sorter without having to wait for gates to open and close and to be weighed MaxPro automatically changes positions of the exit gates four times each day at midnight 6 00 AM noon and 6 00 PM 1 Atthe start of training mode the gates change positions and the animals exit to the left 2 Atthe next change time see above the gates change positions and the animals exit to the right 3 After six hours the gates change positions and the animals exit straight ahead 4 After six more hours the gates change positions and the process repeats The status display on the PS 1 scale head shows Tr 141 a a when the PS 1 is in training mode For more information see your PS 1 user manual Using auto sort mode Auto sort mode is the PS 1 s normal default mode of operation Auto sort mode stores weight records for use in reports and is useful for when you want to separate a certain number of animals by weight For more information about when to use auto sort mode see Selecting the sorter mode on page 37 In auto so
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18. on page 38 to determine if there is a valid weight in other words an animal on the scale If there is a valid weight the weighing and sorting process begins If there 1s not a valid weight the scale head ignores the weight reading There ate two weight items variance and samples Variance Variance determines a range that a weight reading must fall within when compared to the previous reading to be considered valid Setting the variance lower results in more accurate readings but also means that fewer readings will be valid Because the animals do not always stand still on the scale some vatiance is necessaty Default 2 pounds 1 kilogram Range 1 0 to 10 0 pounds 0 5 to 4 5 kilograms Samples The PS 1 reads the weight from the load cell scale approximately 120 times per second Samples is the number of consecutive weight readings required before a valid weight is determined Default 100 Range 25 to 255 For example if the weight options were set like the sample below and the base weight was 40 pounds the PS 1 would process the weight readings as follows Mild If the scale registers a weight of 5 pounds it would not be considered a ulii valid weight If an animal weighing 50 pounds enters the scale it is above Sorter the base and the weighing process begins The PS 1 reads the weight from the scale approximately 120 times per Variance Lp second and continuously averages the readings or samples If samples i
19. remove sort groups for an OMNI Sott site use the OMNI Sort software Sorter address An address is a unique eight digit code the software uses to locate and identify the scale head The scale head is programmed with an address before it leaves the factory To find out the address for a scale head see your PS 1 user manual Sorter description A desctiption is easier to remember than the address of a scale head The name you give the sorter is how you will refer to the sorter in the software Give the sorters short meaningful names so that you can identify them Active and inactive sorters Another useful function is the ability to activate ot deactivate a sorter When a sorter is active the site software sends and receives information from it normally When a sorter is inactive the software does not send or receive any information from it and it will not display on any of the other screens in MaxPro Mobile To add sorters MaxPro II sites only 1 On the Main screen tap System and then tap the Sorters tab The System Information screen appears MaxPro Mobile Br 9 23 ok System Information 2006 Phason Inc The Add and Remove buttons are not available for OMNI Sort sites 22 Phason GO Due OX OU ce is Configuring system information Tap Add The sorter identification screen appears Under Address enter the address of the scale head Under Description enter a useful name for the sorte
20. screen appeats To remove the sorter tap Yes To cancel and return to the Sorter Information screen tap No 4 Tap OK to return to the Main screen When you remove a sorter on the PDA the site computer removes it immediately Removing a sorter does not require a transfer Configuring PINs PINs are four digit security numbers that users must enter when accessing the Advanced Menu at the PS 1 scale head There can be up to five PINs each scale head at a site uses the same PINs To configure PINs 1 On the Main screen tap System and then tap the PINS tab The System Information screen appears MaxProMobile gt 4 11 21 D E System Information 2006 Phason Inc 2 Beside each PIN you want to change remove the current number and then enter the new PIN Tap OK to save the changes and return to the Main screen 24 Phason Configuring sorters The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Configuring sorters Unlike settings which change as the animals grow in size sorter configurations usually remain the same Configuring sorters includes telling the scale heads if the sorters are two or three way sorters the default positions for gates and how long to wait for gates to open or close during sorting There are five sorter configuration sections Startup gate positions when the s
21. you want to copy 3 Tap Copy To PDA Your repotts are copied to the PDA 4 Tap OK to return to the Main screen To move reports from the site to the PDA 1 On the Main screen tap Data and then select the Site Reports tab The Reports and Data screen appears 2 Under Repotts at the Site select the reports you want to move 3 Tap Move To PDA A Confirmation screen appeats 4 To move the reports tap Yes To cancel and return to the Reports and Data screen tap No 5 Tap OK to return to the Main screen 2007 11 30 53 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system To remove reports from the site 1 On the Main screen tap Data and then select the Site Reports tab The Reports and Data screen appears 2 Under Repotts at the Site select the reports you want to remove 3 Tap Remove A Confirmation screen appeats 4 To remove the reports tap Yes To cancel and return to the Reports and Data screen tap No Tap OK to return to the Main screen 54 Phason Managing reports 2007 11 30 55 Ce Appendixes Appendix A Troubleshooting Appendix B Hints tips and frequently asked questions Appendix C Glossary 2007 11 30 56 Appendix A Troubleshooting Appendix A Troubleshooting If you are having problems using MaxPro Mobile look up the problem in the table below and then follow the instructions to resolve the problem If you have a problem that is not listed h
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23. Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system MaxPro Mobile allows you to work with multiple MaxPro II and OMNI Sort sites When working with both types of sites you need to tell MaxPro Mobile which type of site you are at If the IP addresses of the site computers ate different you will need to enter the address of the site computer each time you go to a site with a different IP address For more information about IP addresses and networks see Configuring your wireless network on page 6 For information about changing the IP address MaxPro Mobile communicates with see page 18 If you get a communication error when trying to send or Ae receive information from the site computer Bann Make sure you are within You have a poor signal or there has been an interruption in Ege orte wire router and that the communications Move closer to the wireless router and then mees nre on the trying again A SS stil have De H m networl You might be trying to talk with the wrong computer Make getest sure the IP address is correct and then try again To transfer settings and configuration between the PDA and site computer 1 On the Main screen tap Transfer The Transfer screen appears The screen shows which type of site software is selected If the correct site software is not shown under Site Software select the software that is running on the site computer before going to step 2 MaxProMobile c1100 D M
24. Topics in Chapter 1 include Introducing MaxPro Mobile About this manual System requirements 2007 11 30 Chapter 1 Introducing MaxPro Mobile Introducing MaxPro Mobile MaxPro Mobile is part of Phason s Auto sort Management System that includes MaxPro II or OMNI Sort and the PS 1 Pro Sort Scale Heads The Auto sort Management System is designed to enhance profits by providing tools for maximizing scale use optimizing food court space and feeding programs and precisely marketing animals MaxPro Mobile enhances and extends the range of your Auto sort Management Software MaxPro Mobile brings the power of the site software MaxPro II or OMNNI Sor right to your fingertips With MaxPro Mobile you can interact with the site software and the PS 1 scale heads from virtually anywhere within your barn or site MaxPro Mobile helps improve your operation s performance by providing maximum information and control anywhere in the barn enabling users to make quicker and better decisions How the Auto sort Management System works PS 1 Pro Sort Scale Heads are the workers of your Auto sort Management System The scale heads weigh the animals collect the data open and close the gates and so on The auto sort management software called the site software is the brain of your system The site software resides on the site computer and sends settings and configuration to the scale heads and collects data such as weights
25. arranty claim no later than 30 days after the warranty period expires Limitation of warranty Phason makes no other express warranty whether written or oral with respect to this product Any implied watranty of merchantability or fitness is limited to the 90 days of this written warranty Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vaty from state to state ot province to province Exclusive remedies The remedies provided above are the purchaser s sole and exclusive remedies Phason shall not be liable for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages including lost profit whether based on warranty contract tort or any other legal theory Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation ot exclusion may not apply to you Warranty service Warranty service may be obtained from the Phason office location indicated in the user manual or service booklet Service and technical support Phason will be happy to answer all technical questions that will help you use MaxPro Mobile Before contacting Phason check the following Read this manual for information about the screen with which you ate having trouble Ifyou still have a problem with MaxPro M
26. axPro Mobile gt 4 1138 b 77 Sorter Configuration sorter Direction left Straight O Right Tailgate State Open Chosd Headgate State Open O Chsed sirup Ponet Tona peie ee 2006 Phason Inc MaxPro Mobile E Reports and Data Reports on the PDA Sum_060203 Settings_0005 Scat_0005_060129_060203 B Daily 3221 060102 Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason Inc on O Off Exit Gates Left Headgate Tailgate Current Weight 128 5 Ib Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason Inc 2007 11 30 15 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system This chapter explains how to configure MaxPro Mobile and the PS 1 scale heads Topics in Chapter 3 include Transferring settings and configuration Configuring system information Configuring sorters 2007 11 30 16 Transferring settings and configuration Transferring settings and configuration Transferring settings and configuration is one of the most common and important things you will do using MaxPro Mobile Transferring settings and configuration makes sure that the PDA MaxPro Mobile and the site computer running MaxPro II or OMNI Sort are working with the same information The first time you run MaxPro Mobile or when there is no information available all buttons except Data and Transfer are disabled Before you can access other areas of the program you need to get information from the site comp
27. axProMobile Q c1117 GD C7 Transfer Configuration Settings C7 Transfer Configuration Settings Site Software Site Software eR Wernau IP Q Maroni O owwrsot MU Last sent on er Last sent on IT t Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason Inc Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason Inc If you are at a site that has a different IP address than the previous site you need to enter the IP address of the current site For more information see To change the IP address on page 18 18 Phason Transferring settings and configuration 2 To transfer settings and configuration from the site computer to the PDA receive tap the top image To transfer settings and configuration from the PDA to the site computer send tap the bottom image A Confirmation screen appeats 3 To transfer the settings and configuration tap Yes To cancel and return to the Transfer screen tap No 4 Tap OK to return to the Main screen To change the IP address 1 On the Transfer screen tap IP The Site IP Address screen appears Site IP Address OMNI 4000 IP Address 192 168 1 94 mcm 2 Enter the IP addtess of the site computer and then tap Ping Address Ifthe PDA can successfully communicate with the IP address you will see a Success message similar to below Information old 192 168 1 110 Ping Result Success Ifthe PDA cannot communicate with the IP address you might see a Timed Out
28. cale heads power up Poweroff gate positions when there is no power to the scale head Timing timing of the gate and painter operations Profile type of sorter active sensors Weights for determining if an animal is on the scale Always get the latest settings and configuration from the site computer before working with MaxPro Mobile Configuring profile options The sorter profile lets the PS 1 scale head know how the sorter is set up and which sensors are active There are four profile items Sorter type Tail sensor Head sensor Default sort direction 2007 11 30 25 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system Sorter type The sorter type option lets the scale head know if the sorter is a two way or three way sorter Selecting the wrong type can cause the sorter to operate erratically Default three way Tail sensor The tail sensor option lets the scale head know if the tailgate sensor is enabled or disabled Default enabled on Head sensor The head sensor option lets the scale head know if the headgate sensor is enabled or disabled Default enabled on Default sort direction MaxPro uses the default sort direction to sort any animal that cannot be weighed properly for whatevet reason too light too heavy error and so on Any animal that does not fit into a weight category will be sorted in the default sort direction Default Left To configure sorter profile
29. chnology Configuring your wireless network means adjusting the configuration for the devices so they can communicate Y 1 1 LI 1 Li LI I D 1 I D D For information about connecting the computer and PS 1 scale heads see your PS 1 user manual 6 Phason Configuring your wireless network Configuring the router Configuting your router requires connecting one of the router s numbered device ports not the Internet port to a computer and then typing the current router address in a web browser The browser will prompt you for a user name and password Follow the instructions that came with the routet Change the Wireless Network Name SSID to something meaningful like ProSort This name will appear in the list of available networks on the PDA Linksys A Division of Cisco Systems Inc Firmware Version 1 50 10 Wireless B Broadband Router BEFW11S4 Wireless um i Setup Wireless Security EE s amp Basic Wireless Settings Wire urity Wireless Network Wireless Enabled Disabled Wireless Network Name SSID ProSort Wireless Channel 6 2 442 GHZ e Wireless SSID Broadcast Enabled Disabled Configuring the PDA For more specific instructions follow the instructions that came with your PDA Before configuring your PDA make sure the wireless capability is enabled
30. conds Headgate retry delay Headgate retry delay is the amount of time the PS 1 leaves the headgate open to allow an animal to move before trying to close the gate again Default 1 0 seconds Range 0 to 25 5 seconds Headgate retries Headgate retries is the number of times the PS 1 will try to close the headgate before opening the tailgate and allowing a chaser pig into the scale Default 10 attempts Range 0 to 255 attempts Painter operation options Paint duration Paint duration is the amount of time the PS 1 operates sprays the painter when that sort action is required Default 0 5 seconds Range 0 1 to 25 5 seconds 2007 11 30 33 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system To configure timing options 1 On the Main screen tap Configuration and then select the Timing tab The Sorter Configuration screen appears MaxPro Mobile Kl LIEU ok Sorter Configuration sorter z Tailgate Operations a o LM E DEE H EH e Headgate Operations Open Duration 2 LN seconds Close Duration D fale seconds ETIETZIEESIEEIEEZIN 2006 Phason Inc 2 Beside Sotter select the sorter you want to configure Beside each item you want to change tap the Up or Down arrows to change the value 4 Tap OK to save the changes and return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configurat
31. d receive configuration and settings from sites You will need to use the Transfer screen regularly to synchronize the settings between the PDA and the site computer At the top of the screen you can select the type of software at the site and the enter IP address of the site computer The middle section allows you to get receive the settings and configuration from the site computer The bottom section allows you to send the settings and configuration to the site computer For more information about transferring configuration and settings see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Sorter Settings screen The Sorter Settings screen is where you select the mode adjust weight group settings and enter herd information The Sorter Settings screen looks different depending on which mode is selected The example to the right shows auto sort mode For more information about sorter settings see Chapter 4 Using your sorting system on page 35 System Information screen The System Information screen is where you configure system options and PIN numbers and add scales There are three tabs on the System Information screen 2007 11 30 MaxProMobile c11 00 Q5 Transfer Configuration Settings Site Software MaxPro it Nes P Last sent on I a Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason Inc MaxPro Mobile Po d 213 D Sorter Settings sorter Base Weight Herd Size
32. ere try to determine what might be causing the problem If you cannot resolve the problem call your dealer or Phason s Customer Support see Service and technical support in the front of the manual Problem message Could not find the network computer Communication problem Possible cause The wireless capability on the PDA is not enabled The PDA is out of range of the wireless router or something is interfering with the wireless signal The site computer is not on or the site software is not running The wireless network is not configured properly The router is not connected properly FileZilla is not installed or not running The site computer does not have the default IP address of 192 168 1 100 Resolution Enable the wireless capability For more information see your PDA s user manual Make sure the router is positioned in a central location so that the PDA is within range as often as possible The maximum range under ideal conditions is 150 to 400 feet In a barn expect the range to be less because of obstructions walls For more information see your router s installation guide If you need to extend the range wireless range extenders are available For more information see your local computer dealer Make sure the site computer is on and that the site software is running Check the router and PDA s network configuration For more information see Configuring your wireless network on
33. etienne 12 Manual Control Viewer 12 14 46 47 manual mode sese 36 market sorting seeee 40 MaxPro Mobile features 2 minimum weight 40 moving reports essssess 48 50 51 52 multiple sites 16 17 N O network settings sseeeeeeene 6 8 normal sort action iiaii aiii 40 open duration See timing options 2007 11 30 62 Index P Sorner e 25 paint duration See timing options sorters PDA configuration eerte 6 8 activating deactivating 21 22 PDA requirements 4 adding 21 22 PINS Reale 23 Td AR EDEN nin configuring profile 24 25 poweroff optons enn 28 29 configuring startup options 26 27 product key See registration configuring weight options 30 31 profile OPTIONS c cesessecsesesseseeseseeeeeesen 24 25 default sort direction en 25 removing cui eim e 21 23 n splitting percentages 44 See smart staging registration nn es 10 11 startup options ces 26 27 removing system OVeImVleuw nn 2 6 16 nire ER 46 la OB bes eee MAE Am 49 51 53 system reOulremmente nenn 4 EE 21 23 system screen ENEE 12 13 reports T COP Ying ANAMO Gs Sees Be SO DISSE EE 25 en tailgate state ccccsststsstssiustettce 26 28 reports and data screen 1
34. gure and set up sorters The PS 1 scale head how it functions the menu system and the equipment connected to it For more information about the scale head see the PS 1 user manual The sorter how it functions as well as the equipment connected to it Styles used in this manual All buttons and menu commands are bolded Multiple steps are separated by a comma For example Tap OK to save the changes All filenames and directories are in a monospace font For example The default directory is Program Files MaxPro Mobile Hint tip This is a hint or tip It contains helpful information that may make it easier for you to set up or use MaxPro Mobile This is a note It contains important information that may help you better understand MaxPro Mobile 2007 11 30 3 Chapter 1 Introducing MaxPro Mobile System requirements The MaxPro Mobile system requires three components a PDA also called a Pocket PC or handheld computer a wireless router and a computer The components must match these requirements If you have any questions before purchasing any of these components contact Phason s Customer Support at 204 233 1400 or support phason ca Component PDA handheld Processor CPU Requirements and notes ARM based processor Intel PXA270 recommended Memory RAM 32 MB or higher 64 MB recommended ROM 64 MB or higher 128 MB recommended Operating system Microsoft Windows Mobile
35. if there is a sort limit The market action setting is the action required for all animals that fit into the weight group when there is a sort limit that has not been reached For example let s use the auto sort settings shown below Minimum weight Normal sort action Sort limit Market sort action pounds None None Straight Paint 2 None Straight Right Paint 1 Paint2 Left None Left None Left None 2007 11 30 41 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system Animals that cannot be weighed properly for whatever reason too light too heavy error and so on will be sorted in the default sort direction For more information see Configuring profile options on page 24 Animals weighing between 150 and 160 pounds will be in weight group 1 The animals will be sorted left and painted using painter 1 Animals weighing between 160 and 170 pounds will be in weight group 2 The animals will be sorted left and not painted Animals weighing between 170 and 180 pounds will be in weight group 3 The animals will be sorted straight and painted using painter 2 Animals weighing over 180 pounds will be in weight group 4 The first 10 animals will be sorted right and painted using both painters Any additional animals will be sorted straight and not painted Because 500 pounds is the maximum the scale can read setting the remaining weight groups to 500 disables those groups Auto sort mode defa
36. ight data Stores weight records for use in reports Does not use sort limits For more information see Using smart staging mode on page 43 Manual control Is for testing equipment and installation Does not store weight records For more information about Manual control mode see Using the Manual Control Viewer on page 46 The timelines on page 37 show two different options for modes of operation as the animals atrive grow and are shipped out 2007 11 30 37 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system Timeline 1 Training and auto sort modes Training i Auto sort Animals are automatically sorted according to sort group settings Animals can be separated for market or other reasons using sort limits Weight records are stored for use in reports and smart staging calculations A minimum of four days of weight records are required before smart staging can be used New animals enter the barn and are trained to get used to the sorter Timeline 2 Training auto sort and smart staging modes Training Auto sort Smart staging Auto sort Animals are automatically sorted according to two or three way splitting percentages Sorting weights are automatically calculated each day at midnight based on the previous five days of weight records Weight records are stored for use in reports and future smart staging calculations Animals are automatically sorted according to sort group settings Animals
37. ilgate when the PS 1 starts up Default open Headgate state The headgate state determines the position open or closed of the headgate when the scale head starts up Default closed 2007 11 30 27 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system For example when the PS 1 starts up after a power failure it positions the gates according to the startup configuration If the configuration is set like the sample on the left below the scale head will position the gates as follows sort direction straight tailgate open headgate closed MaxProMobile Q c1138 b Sorter Configuration sorter Direction left Straight Right Tailgate State Open Chsed Headgate State on O dosed X Powerot Taring protte wes 2006 Phason Inc To configure startup profiles 1 On the Main screen tap Configuration The Sorter Configuration screen appears MaxProMobile Q c1138 ok Sorter Configuration sorter Direction left Straicht O Right Tailgate State e X Ne Headgate State opn O Ooeed Powerot Timing proie wes 2006 Phason TE 2 Beside Sorter select the sorter you want to configure 3 Under each item you want to change select the option Open Closed Left Straight Right you want 4 Tap OK to save the changes and return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more inf
38. ion on page 16 34 Phason Configuring sorters 2007 11 30 35 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system This chapter explains how to program the settings and some of the other features you will use on a regular basis Topics in Chapter 4 include Selecting the sorter mode Tracking herd information Using the Manual Control Viewer Managing reports 2007 11 30 36 Selecting the sorter mode Selecting the sorter mode There are four modes of operation in MaxPro The table below explains the uses of each mode Mote detailed information about each mode is available later in the manual Mode of operation Description and uses Is for getting new animals used to moving through the sorter o Bypasses the weighing and sorting process Does not store weight records For more information see Using training mode on page 39 Auto sort o Is the PS 1 s normal mode of operation Can have between two and seven sort groups Uses adjustable sort group settings to direct and or paint a sorted animal Can use sort limits to separate a certain number of animals by weight Stores weight records for use in reports For more information see Using auto sort mode on page 39 Smart staging Uses programmable two or three way splitting percentages to keep food courts from being overcrowded or underused o Automatically calculates sorting weights each day at midnight using the previous five days of we
39. ng painter 2 Animals weighing between 104 and the 500 pound maximum will be heavy weight group 3 The animals will be sorted right and not painted Smart staging mode defaults Smart staging requires at least four days of weight records to calculate the sorting weights You will need to edit the percentages sort direction and paint options to work with your system The defaults smart stage settings are as follows Percentage Sort direction Light Left Medium Straight Heavy Right Always get the latest settings and configuration from the site computer before working with MaxPro Mobile By default MaxPro uses three way splitting percentages In other words it sorts three directions into three different food courts If you want to use two way splitting percentages set one of the group s percentages to O 2007 11 30 45 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system To edit smart stage settings 1 On the Main screen tap Settings The Sorter Settings screen appears MaxPro Mobile Kl m 2 19 ol oh Sorter Settings Sorter 77272255 Smart Staging X Base Weight Herd Size lao pounds enn a animals Weight Groups Tap a group to edit Medium Heavy 50 2006 Phason Inc 2 Beside Sorter select the sorter you want to set up If the Current Mode is not Smart Staging then select Smart Staging 4 Under Weight Groups tap the group you want to change The Weight Group Settings screen appears
40. ntaining the herd information you want to edit 3 Under Herd Size tap the Up or Down arrow to edit the number of animals 4 Tap OK to save the change and return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Using the Manual Control Viewer The Manual Control Viewer allows you to view the status of a sorter or temporarily override the sort settings using manual mode Using manual mode you can open ot close gates and operate the painter s Manual mode is useful for when you are cleaning a room performing maintenance or testing equipment When you enter manual mode the gates remain in their last position When you exit manual mode the gates return to the positions they were at when you entered manual mode and the scale head returns to normal operation 2007 11 30 47 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system Before using the Manual Control Viewer you must have a working wireless connection and a strong enough signal The signal strength is shown in the bottom left corner of the Viewer screen The status display on the PS 1 scale head shows when the PS 1 is in manual mode For more information see your PS 1 user manual The painters shut off automatically after three seconds The sorter stays in manual control mode until you select a different sorter or close the viewer Make sure you close the
41. obile collect the following information Any messages displayed by the MaxPro Mobile software A description of the problem A description of what you were doing before the problem occurred 2 Terracon Place Phone 204 233 1400 Winnipeg Manitoba Fax 204 233 3252 Canada E mail support phason ca R2J 4G7 Web site www phason ca Table of contents Chapter 1 Introducing MaxPro Mobile nu 1 Introducing MaxPro Re e E 2 How the Auto sort Management System work 2 MaxPro Mobile features and benefits AAA 2 About this man al EE 3 Styles used in this manuel 3 E ue UE CEET 4 Chapter 2 Getting started nen EE 5 Configuring your wireless network sssssssssssesseeeeeee nennen nnne en nnne nnne entere nnns nnne nnne ran 6 Configuring Ki re TEEN y Gonfiguring thiPDA e 2 0 ini 7 Iristalling MaxPro M b ile 2 2 1 2 elek Eis ide tadanieedacdettvectis 8 Registering MaxPro Mobile 3 nn Rss habe sein 10 MaxPro Mobile Screeris TE 12 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system memes 15 Transferring settings and configuration sess nennen nnn enne 16 Configuring system Informaiion nennen enne nennen nennen sente innen nnne nennen 19 Configuring site information o is ne eee ener ennt enne enne nnne nnn 19 Adding editing and removing sorters ssssssseseeeeeeen nennen nnne ener enne 21 Gelueft EE 23 CONTIGUIING Ren 24 Configuring profile options ss escata enne
42. on information 4 Beside SerialNums enter the correct serial number and then tap OK If you get asked if you want to save as a different format just choose No 2007 11 30 59 Appendixes Appendix C Glossary base weight Base weight helps determine if an animal is on the scale If the weight reading is heavier than the base weight the scale head assumes there is an animal on the scale and starts the weighing process If the weight reading is lighter than the base weight the scale head ignores the reading The base weight is calculated automatically and cannot be changed chaser duration The amount of time the tailgate remains open to allow a chaser pig into the sorter to chase the lazy pig out the exit download interval How often MaxPro II downloads weight readings from the scale heads Download interval is not used for OMNI Sort sites headgate close duration The amount of time the scale head waits for the headgate to close before either reopening the gate or completing the sorting process headgate open duration The amount of time the headgate remains open to allow an animal to move off the scale headgate retries The number of times the scale head will try to close the headgate before opening the tailgate and allowing a chaser pig into the scale headgate retry delay The amount of time the scale head leaves the headgate open to allow an animal to move before trying to close
43. ormation see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 28 Phason Configuring sorters Configuring poweroff options The poweroff options are a reference for all gate functions The poweroff options are the positions of the gates when there is no power to the PS 1 The hoses connected to the PS 1 solenoid MUST match the poweroff configuration or the sorter will function erratically For more information see Connecting equipment to the solenoid in the PS 1 user manual and installation guide There are three poweroff items Sort direction Tailgate state Headgate state Sort direction The sort direction determines the position left right or straight of the exit gates or gate with two way sorters when there is no power to the PS 1 Left means the left gate is open and the right gate is closed Right means the right gate is open and the left gate is closed Straight means the left and right gates are closed three way sort only Default left Tailgate state The tailgate state determines the position open or closed of the tailgate when there is no power to the PS 1 Default closed Headgate state The headgate state determines the position open or closed of the headgate when there is no power to the PS 1 Default open 2007 11 30 29 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system For example when there is no power to the PS 1 the gates position according to how the hoses are
44. ory on the PDA Moving reports means copying reports from the site computer to the PDA and then removing the original files from the computer Normally reports are stored in the following directory on the PDA Program Files MaxPro Mobile PDAData MXP2 Reports or Program Files OMNI4000 PDAData OMNI Reports Normally reports are stored in the following directory on a site computer C Program Files Phason MaxPro Reports or C OMNI4000 Reports If you transfer reports from one site to a different site computer reports from different sites are stored in the following directory on the site computer C Program Files Phason MaxPro PDAData MXP2 Reports or C OMNI4000 PDAData OMNI Reports The HHHHHHHHHH indicates the site ID 52 Phason Managing reports Removing reports from the site computer Because it is easier to sort through a smaller list of reports it is a good idea to remove older reports from the computer when you are done with them To copy reports from the site to the PDA 1 On the Main screen tap Data and then select the Site Reports tab The Reports and Data screen appears MaxPro Mobile Br 2 53 ol E Reports and Data Reports at the Site B Daiy 3221 060102 Scat 0005 060129 060203 Settings 0005 Sum 060203 Phason Farms Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason Ine 2 Under Reports at the Site select the reports
45. page 6 Check the cable connections between the computer and the router Check to make sure the router has power FileZilla is a program the system uses to transfer files between the site computer and the PDA Make sure it is installed and running on the site computer If it is not installed you can find it on your MaxPro II or OMNI installation CD Check that the site computer has the address 192 168 1 100 If the computer requires a different IP address than the default change the IP address on the Transfer screen For more information see on page 18 2007 11 30 57 Appendixes 58 Phason Appendix B Hints tips and frequently asked questions Appendix B Hints tips and frequently asked questions Hints and tips Always get the latest settings and configuration from the site computer before working with MaxPro Mobile If you make a mistake on the configuration or settings or are unsure about a change you have made on the PDA get the settings and configuration from the site computer This will overwrite the changes you made on the PDA Frequently asked questions entered the wrong serial number during registration what can do On the PDA the registration information is stored in the file Program Files MaxPro Mobile PDA You can edit the information manually 1 Locate the file using the File Explorer 2 Tap the PDA file The file opens in Pocket Wotd Scroll down to the registrati
46. r Under Status select whether the new sorter is active or inactive Tap OK to save the information and return to the System Information screen Repeat steps 2 to 6 for each sorter you want to add Tap OK to return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 To edit activate or deactivate sorters 1 On the Main screen tap System and then tap the Sorters tab The System Information screen appears Tap Edit The sorter identification screen appears To change the address or description remove the current text and then enter the new information To activate or deactivate the sorter select or Active or Inactive Tap OK to save the changes and return to the System Information screen Tap OK to return to the Main screen If you replace a PS 1 display the address for the scale head changes You will need to edit the sorter and change the address The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 2007 11 30 23 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system To remove sorters MaxPro Il sites only 1 On the Main screen tap System and then tap the Sorters tab The System Information screen appears 2 Select the sorter you want to remove and then tap Remove A Confirmation
47. re managing both types of sites using MaxPro Mobile you can access the only the reports for the current site type You can change the current site type on the Transfer screen Before copying or moving reports to or from the site computer you must have a working wireless connection and a strong enough signal The signal strength is shown in the bottom left corner of the Reports and Data screen Managing reports on the PDA Managing reports on the PDA includes Viewing reports on the PDA Copying and moving reports from the PDA to the site computer Removing reports from the PDA Viewing reports You can view the reports that you created using MaxPro II or OMNI Sort You cannot create reports using MaxPro Mobile To view a report you need to copy or move the report from the site Computer to the PDA Copying and moving reports from the PDA to the site computer Copying reports means copying the report files from the PDA to the site computer Moving reports means copying reports from the PDA to the site computer and then removing the original files from the PDA Copying or moving reports from the PDA to the site computer is useful for when you are collecting reports from several sites and want to transfer them to an office computer 2007 11 30 49 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system Normally reports are stored in the following directory on the PDA Program Files MaxPro Mobile PDAData _MXP2 Reports
48. rt mode each sorter can have seven weight groups The settings for each weight group determine how the sorter will direct and or paint a sorted animal You can add edit and remove auto sort weight groups and adjust the settings for the groups Unlike smart staging mode see page 43 auto sort mode does not automatically recalculate weight group settings as the animals grow There are four weight group settings Minimum weight Normal action sort direction and paint operation Market action sort direction and paint operation Sort limit 40 Phason Selecting the sorter mode Minimum weight The minimum weight setting is the minimum weight of an animal that should be sorted into the weight group The minimum weight for Group 1 cannot be lower than 20 pounds 9 kilograms Normal action The normal action setting is the sort action required for all animals that fit into the weight group when there is no sort limit or after the sort limit has been reached Sort limit The sort limit setting is the maximum number of animals that can be sorted using the market action for the weight group Any animals after that will be sorted using the normal action When a sort limit is defined for a weight group each time an animal that fits within that group passes through the sorter the number of animals remaining to be sorted decreases by one until no more animals are required Market action Market actions are active only
49. s 1 On the Main screen tap Configuration and then tap the Profile tab The Sorter Configuration screen appears MaxProMobile Q c1131 D Sorter Configuration sorter Default Direction left Streicht O Right Tailgate Sensor L t Nou Headgate Sensor L t No Sorter Type 2way O 3 way 2006 Phason Inc 2 Beside Sotter select the sorter you want to configure Under each item you want to change select the option On Off 2 way 3 way you want 4 Tap OK to save the changes and return to the Main screen 26 Phason Configuring sorters The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Configuring startup options MaxPro uses the startup options to position the gates on the sorter when the PS 1 scale head starts powers up There are three startup items Sort direction Tailgate state Headgate state Sort direction The sort direction determines the position left right or straight of the exit gates or gate with two way sorters when the PS 1 starts up Left means the left gate is open and the right gate is closed Right means the right gate is open and the left gate is closed Straight means the left and right gates are closed three way sort only Default right Tailgate state The tailgate state determines the position open or closed of the ta
50. s sm EINER set to 100 the PS 1 requires 100 weight readings to determine a valid weight seme esses Timms Pe ves If the variance is 2 pounds then each successive weight reading must be within 2 pounds of the previous reading to be valid 2006 Phason Inc Sample 1 50 0 1 Check the variance between these two samples weight readings Sample 2 50 5 4 Check the variance between these two samples Sample 3 51 9 1 Check the variance between these two samples Sample 4 51 01 Check the variance between these two samples Sample 5 50 5 And so on 2007 11 30 31 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system To configure weight options 1 On the Main screen tap Configuration and then select the Weights tab The Sorter Configuration screen appears 2 Beside Sotter select the sorter you want to configure Beside each item you want to change tap the Up or Down arrows to change the value 4 Tap OK to save the changes and return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Configuring timing options Sorter timing determines how the PS 1 operates the sorter equipment during the weighing and sorting process Sorter timing includes the amount of time the scale head waits for something to happen such as an animal to move off the scale or operates equipment such as a painter
51. screen 5 Tap OK to return to the Main screen To copy reports from the PDA to the site 1 On the Main screen tap Data The Reports and Data screen appears 2 Under Reports on the PDA select the reports you want to copy 3 Tap Copy to Site Your repotts are copied to the site 4 Tap OK to return to the Main screen To move reports from the PDA to the site 1 On the Main screen tap Data The Reports and Data screen appears 2 Under Reports on the PDA select the reports you want to move 3 Tap Move to Site A Confirmation screen appeats 4 To move the reports tap Yes To cancel and return to the Reports and Data screen tap No 5 Tap OK to return to the Main screen 2007 11 30 51 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system To remove reports from the PDA 1 On the Main screen tap Data The Reports and Data screen appears 2 Under Reports on the PDA select the reports you want to remove 3 Tap Remove A Confirmation screen appeats 4 To remove the reports tap Yes To cancel and return to the Reports and Data screen tap No Tap OK to return to the Main screen Managing reports on the site computer Managing reports on the site computer includes Copying and moving reports from the site computer to the PDA Removing reports from the site computer Copying and moving reports from the site computer to the PDA Copying reports means copying the report files from the site computer to a direct
52. t is once per hour The download interval also affects how often the daily statistics are updated on the PS 1 If the download interval is one hour then the statistics are updated each hour For more information see the PS 1 user manual OMNI Sott does not use the download interval setting 20 Phason Configuring system information Weight units Weight units is the unit of measure used in all software screens and reports To configure site information 1 On the Main screen tap System The System Information screen appears The MaxPro II version is shown below MaxPro Mobile Br 9 21 ok System Information Identification Fam Hone ram iocar C System Settings E Every Hour weihtunts E 2006 Phason Inc 2 Enter or select each item you want to change and then tap OK to save the changes and return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 2007 11 30 21 Chapter 3 Configuring your sorting system Adding editing and removing sorters Before configuring sorters you have to add them to your system Adding a sorter means telling the software the address of the scale head that controls the sorter and giving the sorter a name MaxPro Mobile can edit but not add or remove sorters called sort groups in OMNI Sort for OMNI Sott sites If you need to add or
53. te after settings the sort limit the count will remain next time you open the screen To change the minimum weight tap the Up or Down arrow beside that setting To change the normal actions Beside Sort Direction select Leff Right or Straight Beside Painter Action select None Painter 1 Painter 2 or Both To change the market actions Beside Sort Limit tap the up or down arrow to adjust the setting Beside Sort Direction select Leff Right or Straight Beside Painter Action select None Painter 1 Painter 2 or Both 2007 11 30 43 Chapter 4 Using your sorting system 5 Tap OK to save the change and return to the Sorter Settings screen 6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 for each sorter or weight group you want to edit 7 Tap OK to save the change and return to the Main screen The changes you make do not take effect until after you send them to the site For more information see Transferring settings and configuration on page 16 Using smart staging mode Smart staging helps optimize food court space by using programmable two or three way splitting percentages to keep food courts from being overcrowded or underused As with auto sort mode smart staging mode allows you to set the sort direction and the paint options The difference with smart staging is that it uses splitting percentages light medium and heavy to calculate sorting weights The sorting weights are automatically calculated each day at
54. tem 2 auto sort mode ele LEE 36 37 39 41 defaults ee pfe 41 editing settnge nennen nennen 42 Selecting ett c ca 36 37 B C base weiht 38 44 59 chaser duration See timing options Compact Framework NET 8 10 computer requirements sees 4 configuration sCreen nn 12 14 configuring default sort direction sssse 25 PINS intet p Eh 23 site Information 19 20 sorter poweroff options 28 29 sorter profiles eene 24 25 sorter startup options 26 27 sorter weight options 30 31 timing option 31 33 copying reports ssess 48 50 51 52 D deactivating sorters 21 22 21 default gate positions 26 28 default sort direction nenne 25 download interval AA 19 E F editing herd Imformatton nennen 46 lu 21 22 enabling Sensors rennen nn nennen 25 farm name and location eenen 19 Teat res 22 een 2 H hard reset oce edt 10 head RENE 25 headgate state neeesser nee 26 28 herd information sseeeeeene 46 l inactive sorters eene 21 installation 8 10 IP address 16 17 18 See also network configuration L M lazy pig delay See timing options MAIN SCreen iieri
55. tem then install the file Compact FrameworkNNETCFv2 wm armv4i cab It is possible that you already have the Compact Framework installed on your PDA Before installing check to make sure it is not already installed on your PDA To check which operating system is installed on your PDA 1 Tap Start and then select Settings The Settings screen appeats 8 Phason Installing MaxPro Mobile 2 Tap the System tab and then About The About screen appears EmT a 46353 i Settings 4 46 2 07 bk About About Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition Microsoft Windows Mobile Version 5 0 Version 4 21 1088 Build 14260 2 0 2 OS 5 1 1702 Build 14366 1 0 1 1996 2005 Microsoft Corporation 1996 2004 Microsoft Corporation All rights reserved All rights reserved Windows Mobile 2003 Windows Mobile 5 0 Second Edition 3 Tap OK or X until you return to the desktop To check if you need to install the Compact Framework 1 Tap Start and then select Settings The Settings screen appears 2 Tap the System tab and then Remove Programs The Remove Programs screen appeats D settings 46323 Remove Programs Programs in storage memory Microsoft NET CF 2 0 er Check for this item If there is something similar to the image above then Compact Framework is already installed and you should oo need to install it again 3 Tap OK or X until you return to the desktop 2007 11 30
56. the gate again IP address A unique identification number assigned to a computer on a network For example the default address of an ICP is 192 168 1 100 lazy pig delay The amount of time the scale head waits for the animal to move off the scale before sending in a chaser pig paint duration The amount of time the scale head operates sprays the painter when that sort action is required samples The number of consecutive weight readings required before a valid weight is determined scale head The PS 1 control unit that controls the operation of the sorter sorter address A unique eight digit code the software uses to locate and identify the scale head The scale head is programmed with an address before it leaves the factory 60 Phason Appendix C Glossary tailgate open The amount of time the tailgate remains open to allow an animal to move duration onto the scale The tailgate open duration starts after the scale head has determined there is an animal on the scale variance Variance determines a range a weight reading must fall within when compared to the previous reading to be considered valid 2007 11 30 61 A NET ai ke RO P HER 8 10 activating sorters ssssss 21 22 21 ACUVOSVFIC iiu ob e ge dents 8 adding animals ite hee re pates e 46 SOLIOIS ees esee EECH 21 22 address See sorter address or IP address Auto sort Management Sys
57. ults When you first set up a new scale head it has default values for the weight group settings You must edit the settings of the groups so they work with the animals in your barn The default sort group settings are as follows Weight Minimum weight Normal sort action Sort limit Market sort action group pounds kilograms 40 18 Left None 500 227 Left None 500 227 Left None Always get the latest settings and configuration from the site computer before working with MaxPro Mobile 42 Phason Selecting the sorter mode To edit auto sort settings 1 On the Main screen tap Settings The Sorter Settings screen appears MaxProMobile Pr 233 D dh Sorter Settings sorter Current ode MEE Base Weight Herd Size pounds 1535 LAN animals Weight Groups Tap a group to edit 2006 Phason Inc 2 Beside Sorter select the sorter you want to set up If the Current Mode is not Auto Sort then select Auto Sort 4 Under Weight Groups tap the group you want to change The Weight Group Settings screen appears Weight Group 1 Settings Memumwegnt 91 ib Normal Action After the screen appears there is a short delay while MaxPro Mobile retrieves the sorted animals information from the site software This can take a few seconds To reset the sorted animals count to 0 set the sort limit to O and then transfer the information to the site If you do not transfer the information to the si
58. uter Before transferring settings and configuration you must have a working wireless connection and a strong enough signal The signal strength is shown in the bottom left corner of the Transfer screen Always get the latest settings and configuration from the site computer before working with MaxPro Mobile How the Auto sort Management System works The PS 1 scale heads are the workers of your Auto sort Management System The scale heads weigh the animals collect the data open close the gates and so on The site software is the brain of your system The site software sends settings and configuration to the scale heads and collects data such as weights from them MaxPro Mobile is an extension of the site software It allows you to change settings and configuration or view the status of a sortet without having to be at the site computer You can make changes to the system from anywhere within wireless range MaxPro Mobile communicates with the site software If you change the settings for a scale head on MaxPro Mobile you need to send the changes to the site software which then sends them to the scale head For more information about the Auto sort Management System see Configuring your wireless network on page 6 Multiple sites site software and IP addresses The transfer screen is also where you select the type of software the site is using and enter the IP address of the site computer 2007 11 30 17
59. viewer when finished controlling or viewing sorters If you leave the viewer open and do not do anything for 10 minutes the viewer closes automatically To use the Manual Control Viewer 1 On the Main screen tap Viewer The Manual Control Viewer screen appears MaxPro Mobile Kl 4 36 ok Manual Control Viewer sorter jj Y E D D Current Weight 1 Signal Strength Excellent 2006 Phason T 2 Beside Sorter select the sorter you want to view or control MaxPro Mobile loads the information for the selected sorter The screen automatically updates allowing you to view what is happening at the sorter 3 To enter manual control mode tap On To change the exit direction under Exit Gates select Leff Right or Straight To change the headgate position under Headgate select Open or Closed To change the tailgate position under Tailgate select Open or Closed To operate the painters under Paint 1 or Paint 2 select Oz or Off 4 To exit manual control mode tap Off Tap OK to return to the Main screen 48 Phason Managing reports Managing reports MaxPro Mobile allows you to view and manage reports that the site software can create For more information about reports see the MaxPro Il or OMNI Sort user manual You cannot create reports using MaxPro Mobile you must create them using MaxPro Il or OMNI 4000 MaxPro Il and OMNI reports are stored separately on the PDA If you a

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