GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum
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1. Basic Data Recording HR Standard model ADR Advanced Data Recording GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 4 Rev B P n 1 1293 ReNEX TECHNOLOGY A major difference to the new GA8500 model is that any optional items including AutoSPRAY and AutoSTEER can now be ordered for the GA8500 standard model 1 1 2 The GA8500 The GA8500 see Figure 1 1 represents the culmination of years of development from RINEX to supply a single body computer system suitable for vehicle guidance and data management in the agricultural sector The GA8500 incorporates the latest in industrial electronics with miniaturised hardware components which enables the single body construction of the GA8500 The new streamlined hardware system minimises the cable clutter and makes the system easier to install relocate between vehicles and service The GA8500 has a single interface cable which exists the console at the rear of the screen to the AS300 Hub for all peripheral connections Furthermore the GA8500 incorporates the latest in low power management design which enables the system to operate without cooling fans or large heat sinks In addition to this the GA8500 has an intelligent power system which can sense ignition status and abnormal input power to protect the computer from fluctuations in vehicle power supply systems The operation of the GA8500 and its features are described in Section 2 Figure 1 1 The GA8500 GuideTRAX U2. flow controller CANbus protocol CANbus Flow controller CANBus interface protocol must be compatible with RINEX systems set correct Flow Controller in Flow Controller page Table 3 1 Remote Master Switch Summary GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum P n 1 1293 Page 24 Rev B RENEX TECHNOLOGY Remote Master 12V dc sense To set the Master Switch in GuideTRAX V3 to use a 12Vdc sense line as shown in Table 3 1 follow the steps below The steps commence from the main screen as shown in Figure 3 2 This example sets the Remote Master Switch for a 12Vdc switch on Control Port C The instructions for installation of a toggle switch and connecting it to the AS300 Hub can be found in the GA8500 Installation Manual 1 Touch TAS MACARI OA E 2 Toggle Master Switch to SENSE as shown in Figure 3 3 EXIT SETUP Switch Setup Master Switch Sense Section Switches Figure 3 3 Switch Setup Window 3 Touch AIR AS to return to the Main menu GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 25 RevB P n 1 1293 R NEX TECHNOLOGY Remote Master 12V dc dipole To use dipole switch connected to the AutoSPRAY connector as shown in Table 3 1 follow the steps below The steps commence from the main screen as shown in Figure 3 2 This example sets the Remote Master Switch for a 12Vdc dipole switch on the AutoSPRAY connector 1 Touch TAS MACARI OA E 2 Touch MUERO Eo 2 3 Set
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4. Master Switch to JARS les as shown in Figure 3 4 Switch Setup Section Switches Touch Figure 3 4 Switch Setup Window 4 Touch MICA to return to the Main menu GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 26 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 3 3 Setting the Remote Buttons The GA8500 has four user configurable buttons which can be used as Hot keys or buttons for selected functions The buttons 1 to 4 are shown in Figure 2 3 The buttons can be programmed using the Remote Buttons function of the GuideTRAX V3 software In addition to this the AS300 Hub has one Remote Input line which is also user configurable the same as the Hot keys Programming the Remote Buttons The user defined buttons can be programmed using the Remote Buttons function of the GuideTRAX V3 software Access Sala kell A AE The default settings for each button are shown in Figure 3 5 Y A BACK Button 1 VIEW ALL Gu Button 2 VIEW IN Button 3 VIEW OUT Remote Buttons Button 4 DAYINIGHT Remote Input ROVEIRECORD Figure 3 5 Buttons Setup Window These settings can be changed for each button by touching on the value assigned to that button The functions which may be assigned to the buttons are listed in Table 6 1 of the GuideTRAX V3 2 User Manual Remote Input The Remote Input line is configured to the Control Port D of the AS300 Hub as shown in Figure 2 4 The Remote Input line r
5. hand side of the screen for connection of the FieldNET radios Section 11 1 The section on opening the Launcher is obsolete and the user is should Section 3 4 1 Section 11 2 4 The GA8500 does not support either the original JD StarFire configuration software of the Terminal software Section 11 2 5 The GA8500 does not PCAN view software and the HBOX test has been upgrade to System Test Appendix 2 The GA8500 specifications are supplied in Appendix 1 of this Addendum 1 2 3 GuideTRAX V3 2 HR User Manual Specific Sections of the HR user manual that should be noted are as follows Section 6 3 4 The information on the external lightbar is obsolete as the product has been superseded and the GA8500 will not support the external lightbar Section 6 6 The section on activating the Treatment Recoding should be read in conjunction with Section 3 2 of this manual Section 6 7 The section on using the RINEX button box should be read in conjunction with Section 2 2 and Section 3 3 of this manual Section 6 8 The section on using the RINEX foot switch should be read in conjunction with Section 2 2 and Section 3 3 Section 10 The GA8500 does not support the Beeline Arro product GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 9 Rev B P n 1 1293 RINEX Section 11 2 1 Section 12 1 Section 12 2 4 Section 12 2 5 Section 12 2 6 The GA8500 utilises the USB port on the left hand side of the screen for connection of the FieldN
6. of this system GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Written for GuideTRAX Version 3 3 Publication Date March 2008 Copyright 2008 by RINEX Technology All rights reserved Acknowledgements Windows XP is registered to Microsoft Corp Other products and trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their registered owners RINEX TECHNOLOGY ABN 30 029 441 181 Office Location 19 Lyall Street South Perth WA 6151 Postal Address PO Box 211 South Perth WA 6951 Telephone Local 08 9474 4771 International 61 8 9474 4771 Facsimile Local 08 9474 4772 International 61 8 9474 4772 Internet http www RINEX com au Email info RINEX com au ReNEX RINEX LIMITED WARRANTY TECHNOLOGY Products This warranty covers all products the Products manufactured and or sold by RINEX Technology or their authorised dealers RINEX Technology Limited Warranty RINEX Technology RINEX hereby warrants solely to the end purchaser of the Products subject to the exclusions and procedures set forth herein below that the Products sold to such end purchaser shall be free under normal use and maintenance from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from delivery Repairs and replacement components are warranted subject to the exclusions and procedures set forth below to be free under normal use and maintenance from defects in material and workmanship for 90 d
7. ET radios The section on opening the Launcher is obsolete and the user is should Section 3 4 1 The GA8500 does not support either the original JD StarFire configuration software of the Terminal software The GA8500 does not PCAN view software and the HBOX test has been upgrade to System Test The GA8500 does not use the Datalux or RNX screen controllers Appendix 2 The GA8500 specifications are supplied in Appendix 1 of this Addendum GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 10 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY The new GA8500 is based on a full colour 22cm touch screen from RINEX The screen is daylight viewable and touch sensitive which provides a fully graphical user interface which is easy to operate in a moving vehicle To operate any function on the system it is a simple case of touching the screen on the appropriate button The GA8500 should be securely attached to the vehicle in accordance with the installation manual The GA8500 has a rear mounted RAM ball and numerous mounting brackets are available from RINEX This section describes the correct method for powering the GA8500 On and Off and the various parts of the system The GA8500 will connect with a number of peripheral components and identification of the connection ports is critical for correct operation of the GA8500 Understanding the terminology of the various parts of the system is important as the manual refers to these parts when describing th
8. Guide TRAX User Manual Addendum Software Version 3 3 Part Number 1 1293 Revision B Issue Date March 2008 Copyright Notice All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of RINEX Technology Disclaimer No liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this publication RINEX assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Further this publication and features described herein are subject to change without notice Use of this system is strictly limited to providing steering assistance to the operator who must remain in control of the vehicle at all times RINEX including its officers servants and agents does not make any representation to any party and will not accept any responsibility or liability whatsoever for any loss or damage of whatever nature suffered by any such person or corporation choosing or seeking to use this system or any part thereof By use of this system you agree that RINEX is not liable or responsible for any damage whatsoever to the vehicle any property personal injuries or death that may result from the use or abuse
9. acturer if applicable and e DGPS service provider performance specifications RINEX reserves the right to modify Products without any obligation to notify supply or install any improvements or alterations to existing Products No Other Warranties The foregoing warranty is exclusive of all warranties whether written oral implied or arising by statute course of dealing or trade usage in connection with the design sale installation service or use of any products or any components thereof including but not limited to any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Limitation of Liability The extent of RINEX S liability for damages of any nature to the end purchaser or any other person or entity whether in contract or tort and whether to persons or property shall in no case exceed in the aggregate the cost of correcting the defect in the Product or at RINEX S option the cost of replacing the defective item In no event will RINEX be liable for any loss of production loss of profits loss of use for any special indirect incidental consequential or contingent damages even if RINEX has been advised of the possibility of such damages Without limiting the foregoing RINEX shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from installation use quality performance or accuracy of any products ReNEX RINEX LIMITED WARRANTY TECHNOLOGY Governing Legislation To the greatest extent possible thi
10. ad in conjunction with Section 2 2 and Section 3 3 The section on opening the Launcher is obsolete and the user is should Section 3 4 1 The GA8500 does not support either the original JD StarFire configuration software of the Terminal software The GA8500 does not PCAN view software and the HBOX test has been upgrade to System Test Section 8 2 5 1 The GA8500 does not use the Datalux or RNX screen Appendix 2 controllers The GA8500 specifications are supplied in Appendix 1 of this Addendum 1 2 2 GuideTRAX V3 2 HT User Manual Specific Sections of tne HT user manual that should be noted are as follows Section 6 3 4 The information on the external lightbar is obsolete as the product has been superseded and the GA8500 will not support the external lightbar Section 6 5 The section on activating the Treatment Recording should be read in conjunction with Section 3 2 of this manual Section 6 6 The section on using the RINEX button box should be read in conjunction with Section 2 2 and Section 3 3 of this manual Section 6 7 The section on using the RINEX foot switch should be read in conjunction with Section 2 2 and Section 3 3 GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 8 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY Section 8 1 The AutoSPRAY overview shown in Figure 8 2 has been superseded Section 9 The GA8500 does not support the Beeline Arro product Section 10 2 1 The GA8500 utilises the USB port on the left
11. ays from delivery or for the balance of the original warranty period whichever is greater Purchaser s Exclusive Remedy The end purchaser s exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement at the option of RINEX of any defective Products or components thereof The end user shall notify RINEX or a RINEX authorised dealer immediately of any claimed defect Repairs shall be made through RINEX only Exclusions RINEX does not warrant damage occurring in transit or due to misuse abuse improper installation neglect alteration abnormal use lightning or other electrical discharge exposure to moisture or dampness excessive temperatures spill of liquids or fluids or acts of God Repair modification or service of RINEX products by any party other than an authorised RINEX dealer shall render this warranty null and void RINEX does not warrant any Product where the Product serial number or nameplate has been removed defaced or altered RINEX does not warrant claims asserted after the end of the warranty period RINEX does not warrant or guarantee the precision or accuracy of positions obtained when using Products The potential accuracy of Products as stated in RINEX literature and or Product specifications serves to provide only an estimate of achievable accuracy based on e Specifications provided by the US Department of Defense for GPS Positioning e GPS OEM Receiver specifications of the appropriate manuf
12. button and the GA8500 will start to operate Several screens will be displayed during the start up process these are described in Section 3 1 If the button is held down for a longer period two shorter beeps will be heard This indicates that the system will start up in Launcher mode see Section 3 4 for further details If Launcher mode is accidentally started select the top option Start Guide TRAX to return to normal operation To turn the GA8500 Off press and hold the top panel power button until one beep is heard The system will display a shutdown progress screen while it is saving data and settings At the completion of this process power will be removed from the system 2 4 2 The GA8500 Ignition Sense Switch The GA8500 can be configured so that it will start and stop as the vehicle s engine is started and stopped This is convenient for some GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 17 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY users so that the GA8500 can be used without any other switches being required The GA8500 must be installed with the optional power cable which contains an ignition sense wire The system will start up and shut down with the vehicle when the ignition key is turned No further user intervention is required The system will start and display messages as denoted above Similarly to shut the system down the GA8500 will commence the shut down process described above once the vehicle s engine has be
13. e functions of the GA8500 GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 13 Rev B P n 1 1293 RZNEX TECHNOLOGY 2 1 The GA8500 Components The GA8500 consists of two main components the touch screen or console as it is sometimes referred to and tne AS300 Hub or junction connector These components are shown in Figure 2 1 Port A Port B Control Figure 2 1 The GA8500 and AS300 The GA8500 system specifications are shown in Appendix1 The GA8500 features a row of buttons along the top panel of the console which are described in Section Top Panel Buttons2 2 A USB port is located on the left hand side of the touch screen The USB port is used for transfer of data and uploading of new software The AS300 Hub is used for connecting all other devices and the 12Vdc input power This is described in Section 2 3 GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 14 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 2 2 Top Panel Buttons The GA8500 features a row of buttons along the top of the console There is a total of seven buttons of which three are preconfigured for specific operations The power control button enables the unit to be switched On and Off under normal operating conditions The screen control buttons enable the screen brightness to be varied for optimal display performance The location of the top panel buttons are shown in Figure 2 2 below Power Control Brightness Button UP DOWN Figure 2 2 The GA8500 Top Panel Butto
14. en switched Off Hints and Tips Do not turn the system off by removing power to the GA8500 Shutting down the system in this way may cause the loss of important system information Ifthe GA8500 does not respond to either the ignition switch or pressing the power button to shut down the user may choose to force a shut down Press and hold the power button for five seconds after which time the system will sound three beeps Release the power button and the system will turn off Forcing a shut down should only be used as a last resort as system data and settings may be lost as a result If it necessary to regularly force a shutdown to turn the system off it is recommend that the user contact RINEX to correct the source of the problem t should be noted that the Power Control Switch will override the ignition switch GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 18 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY GuideTRAX V3 3 is the latest software from RINEX and is designed specifically to operate with the GA8500 It incorporates all major features of previous GuideTRAX software versions where RINEX has earned its reputation as the easiest software to operate Specifically GuideTRAX V3 3 utilises the functionality of the GA8500 features to continue this status and provide a system for smart guidance made simple This section describes the specific changes that have been made to the previous GuideTRAX V3 2 In essence the vast major
15. equires a momentary 12Vdc pulse signal to toggle the switch On and Off GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 27 RevB P n 1 1293 R NEX TECHNOLOGY 3 4 The Launcher The Launcher comprises of several utilities to assist in the configuration of the Guide TRAX V3 software and the GA8500 system 3 4 1 Opening the Launcher The Launcher is not accessed directly from the Guide TRAX V3 software as it is not used on a regular basis The Launcher must be started from the power Off position then hold the Power Control button shown in Figure 2 2 for approximately two seconds until two short beeps are heard Releasing the Power Control button will then cause the GA8500 to start into the Launcher program The main screen of the Launcher program is shown in Figure 3 6 START GuideTRAX ENTER LAUNCHER v2 0 Alpha 4 Figure 3 6 The Launcher Main Screen GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 28 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY APPENDIX 1 GA8500 GUIDANCE SYSTEM GA8500 console Physical gt Size 230 w x 215 h x 70 d mm gt Weight 1920grams gt Cable 200mm Environmental gt Operating Temperature gt Storage temperature 0 c to 50 10 to 60 Display gt Graphical daylight viewable 450Nit gt Size 215mm diagonal gt Touch sensitive Yes Construction gt Casing UV stabilised automotive plastic gt Top panel grip Rubber moulded User Buttons gt Seven bu
16. fferences between the products will be described in this manual GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 3 RevB P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 1 1 This Manual This manual is designed for use of the GuideTRAX software operating on the GA8500 guidance system hardware The RINEX Saturn H series hardware has now been superseded by the GA8500 as has GuideTRAX V3 2 with the updated software GuideTRAX V3 3 The supplied GuideTRAX V3 2 user manual was explicitly designed and written for use ofthe GuideTRAX V3 2 software operating on the Saturn H series hardware Whereas the new GuideTRAX V3 3 software has been developed for use on the new GA8500 hardware however the operation of the software is largely the same Accordingly this manual describes applicable differences for both the hardware and software changes for the products described above 1 1 1 Applicable Products This manual covers all three user manuals as listed below Depending upon the optional items ordered and supplied with the GA8500 will dictate which user manual is supplied with the GA8500 Part No Title Revision 1 1257 GuideTRAX V3 2 HL User Manual A 1 1258 GuideTRAX V3 2 HT User Manual A 1 1259 GuideTRAX V3 2 HR User Manual A The specific models in the H series HL HT HR have been superseded by the new GA8500 and its optional items as summarised below H series GA8500 GA8500 option HL Standard model None HT Standard model BDR
17. fic sections of all H series user manuals HL HT HR as follows Section 1 2 The Saturn Series is obsolete and the user is referred to the GA8500 as described in this addendum see Section 2 Section 1 3 The current release of GuideTRAX V3 is now V3 3 The H models in this section have been superseded The user is referred to specific amendments in Section 3 as described in this addendum Section 2 1 The section on starting the H system is obsolete and the user should see section 2 4 Section 2 2 The section on start up screen is obsolete and the user should see Section 3 12 4 Section 2 11 The section on recording a treatment is superseded The RINEX toggle switch is obsolete and the user should see Section 3 1 1 2 1 GuideTRAX V3 2 HL User Manual Specific Sections of the HL user manual that should be noted are as follows Section 6 3 4 The information on the external lightbar is obsolete as the product has been superseded and the GA8500 will not support the external lightbar GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 7 RevB P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY Section 6 5 Section 6 6 Section 6 7 Section 8 1 Section 8 2 4 Section 8 2 5 The section on activating the Treatment Recoding should be read in conjunction with Section 3 2 of this addendum The section on using the RINEX button box should be read in conjunction with Section 2 2 and Section 3 3 The section on using the RINEX foot switch should be re
18. itch has been toggled by observing the voltage applied at the switch Detecting when the voltage has been set to 12Vdc will start the treatment recording within GuideTRAX The AS300 Hub incorporates voltage sensing for a constant 12Vdc source or a pulse 12Vdc switch to start and stop treatment recording A summary of the options for the use of a Master Switch is shown in Table 3 1 GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 23 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY INPUT REQUIRED DESCRIPTION MASTER SWITCH User touches Touch vehicle icon in map screen or Touch screen vehicle bonnet in Virtual Road screen on touch screen 12Vdc pulse from Connect sense wire from switch to Control Touch external device Port D Ensure that Remote Input is be set to Rove Record in Remote Buttons 12Vdc constant Connect sense wire from switch to Control Sense from external device Port C Master Switch on Connect relevant AutoSPRAY cable to Sense flow controller with AutoSPRAY port AutoSPRAY Master Switch Connect relevant AutoSPRAY cable to Sense Dipole dipole on flow AutoSPRAY port controller with AutoSPRAY Master Switch on Connect relevant RINEX data cable to Port Flow Control flow controller A Flow controller serial interface serial protocol protocol must be compatible with RINEX systems set correct Flow Controller in Flow Controller page Master Switch on Connect relevant RINEX data cable to Port Flow Control
19. ity of the User Manuals in V3 2 are perfectly valid and where necessary the changes are described in this section of the addendum GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 21 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 3 1 The Start Up Screens As the GA8500 is being powered up several screens will appear as it goes through the start up phase the GuideTRAX V3 will be displayed as shown in Figure 3 1 confirming operation of the GA8500 Once the system is completely operational the main guidance screen will be displayed as shown in Figure 3 2 GAS5OO RsNEX TECHNOLOGY Figure 3 1 The GA8500 Splash Screen PLAN lt Default Spray Plan gt DRIVER RINEXADMIN Product PLAN RATE 0 L Ha NO GPS RINEX Technology Figure 3 2 The Main Screen GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 22 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 3 2 Setting the Remote Master Switch In order to record where a treatment or application is actually started and stopped GuideTRAX V3 can be configured in several formats for individual user requirements This action is often referred to as the Master Switch or if remotely connected to the GA8500 as the Remote Master Switch GuideTRAX V3 is compatible with numerous flow controllers and can detect when the flow controller Master Switch has been toggled This then starts and stops the treatment recording within GuideTRAX V3 Furthermore it is possible to sense when a 12Vdc sw
20. ns The remaining four buttons see Figure 2 3 can be configured for commonly used functions They can be programmed to perform user defined functions such as zooming in and out on the screen map and activating guidance functions See Section 3 3 for further details User configurable Buttons 2 3 4 User configurable Button 1 Figure 2 3 The GA8500 User Configurable Buttons GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 15 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 2 3 The AS300 Hub The AS300 Hub is used for connecting all peripheral components to the GA8500 system The AS300 Hub is also used to supply DC power to the GA8500 console The AS300 Hub is shown in Figure 2 4 CANbus Port A Port B Control gt gt su J co JODA BS Oris Ss Figure 2 4 The AS300 Hub The AS300 Hub specifications are provided in Appendix 1 GPS receivers should be connected to Port B of the AS300 Hub should the GPS receiver be configured for CANbus operations it will be necessary to connect the receiver to the CANbus port and not Port B Peripheral spray rate controllers and the RINEX GPSteer controller should be connected to Port A It should be noted that CANbus devices are not all standard pinouts and users should seek confirmation that device they wish to connect with the AS300 Hub is compatible The Control Port is used for detecting status of peripheral switches such as spreader On Off switch which will then activate the treatmen
21. s warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of Western Australia In the event that any provision hereof is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction such provision shall be severed from this warranty and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect Obtaining Warranty Service In order to obtain warranty service the end purchaser must bring the Product to an authorised RINEX dealer along with the end purchaser s proof of purchase The end purchaser must produce the original invoice or other purchase documents as proof of the purchase date The end purchaser is solely responsible for the cost of transportation of the Product to RINEX or an authorised RINEX dealer and the Product is at the end purchaser s risk whilst in transit For any questions regarding warranty service or to obtain information regarding the location of any of RINEX s approved dealers contact RINEX at the following address RINEX Technology 19 Lyall Street South Perth Western Australia 6151 Telephone 08 9474 4771 Facsimile 08 9474 4772 Internet www RINEX com au RENEX TECHNOLOGY Table of Contents 1 Introduction unureesununnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnn nun 1 1 1 This Manual a 4 1 1 1 Applicable Produc sscacinitinioeitacio cali ee 4 1 1 2 Meco tna 5 1 1 3 GUIDE TRAX Werne en een 6 1 2 User Manual AMendMentS ccccccccccnncccnnccccnnccccnnnnnnncnnonnnnnnononanenoss 7 1 2
22. ser Manual Addendum Page 5 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 1 1 3GuideTRAX V3 GuideTRAX V3 is the software component which provides the guidance and data management tools in an easy to use interface GuideTRAX V3 is a modular system that can accommodate and grow with different user requirements GuideTRAX V3 can be expanded with features such as data recording AutoSPRAY or AutoSTEER as required by individual farming operations GuideTRAX V3 3 has been designed specifically to operate on the GA8500 however it retained the same look and feel as the previous version This allows existing users to start working as quickly as possible with the new products This manual describe the necessary changes between the existing user manual supplied with the GA8500 and the current version of GuideTRAX V3 2 GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 6 Rev B P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 1 2 User Manual Amendments There are specific sections of the supplied GuideTRAX user manuals which are not applicable to the GA8500 Wherever the HL HT or HR manual makes reference to Saturn H series it should now be in reference to the GA8500 product Furthermore wherever the manual references to HL HT or HR model this should reference the GA8500 standard model plus any applicable optional items In addition to this when GuideTRAX V3 or V3 2 is stated this should now be in reference to GuideTRAX V3 3 There are advisory notes for speci
23. t recording on the GA8500 see Section 3 2 for further details The AMP 16pin plug on the AS300 Hub is for connection to AutoSPRAY cables The AS300 Hub connector port is compatible with existing RINEX AutoSPRAY devices GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum Page 16 RevB P n 1 1293 RENEX TECHNOLOGY 2 4 The GA8500 Power Management System The GA8500 is designed to operate directly from a clean 12Vdc power supply as supplied in standard agricultural machinery The power supply system will operate in the range of 9 to 16V dc and provide a clean continuous 12Vdc for the internal processors Furthermore the GA8500 power management system has been designed to operate start stop in an intuitive way for the user By default the system will be started and stopped using the Power Control switch as shown in Figure 2 2 However the GA8500 can also sense optional power cable required when the vehicle is started and stopped and cause the GA8500 to start and stop respectively While the power supply has been designed to operate in a wide range of voltages the GA8500 should not be started while cranking the vehicle s engine as this will cause erratic voltages 2 4 1 The GA8500 Power Control Switch The GA8500 detects when DC power is connected to the systems and emits two short beeps This will not start the system Press the Power Control button as shown in Figure 2 2 to start the system and one long beep will be heard Release the
24. ttons Top panel Data gt USB x1 male v2 0 compatible Input Output Cable gt AS300hub interface 0 2m AS300 Hub Physical gt Size 180 w x 80 h x 60 d mm gt Weight 1000grams gt Cable 2800mm Environmental gt Operating Temperature 0 to 50 gt Storage temperature 10 to 60 c Construction gt Casing UV stabilised automotive plastic Data gt Serial x 2 Plug type D9 male Input Output gt CANbus x 1 Plug type D9 male gt AutoSPRAY x 1 Plug type AMP 16pin male DC power gt 9 16Vdc 30W self resetting fuse AutoSPRAY gt Voltage communications 13 sections max Control 2A per section 8A max gt Digital communications 30 sections max Control Line gt 12Vdc detection x 2 constant and pulse Cable gt GA8500 interface 2 8m Notes All specifications are subject to change without notice GuideTRAX User Manual Addendum P n 1 1293 Page 31 Rev B
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