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1. Wem Description WimBiepstmambe IK CL CNN RR RN 9 Wbm ESENSUNmerW Ye KM IMD 600 83390 xx 0 Display to Sonalert cable 84668 8 FmX to Field IQ cable 75834 10 FmX display 94100 xx MN Basic power cable 77282 Basic power cable 67258 5 44 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 1 Use the FmX to EZ Pilot cable to connect the EZ Pilot system to the display Note The CAN cable connects to either the C or D port on the rear of the FmX integrated display Note Connect the Display to Sonalert cable to Port A on the back of the display 2 Mount the IMD 600 as show in the platform kit instructions for the approved platform in which EZ Pilot is being installed Setup l Install the EZ Pilot system plugin for more information see the FmX integrated display Plug ins guide 2 From the Configuration screen select the EZ Pilot plugin and then tap Setup The EZ Pilot Settings screen contains four tabs Vehicle Engage Steering and Advanced Vehicle tab Ve hick Engage Steering Advance Axle To Antenna Offset Description Vehicle type The type of vehicle the EZ Pilot system will be steering Wheelbase The distance between the front and rear axles On tracked vehicles the wheelbase is exactly half the length of the track e
2. 2 Test the current manual override setting a Turn the steering wheel The Override Inactive button changes color when the Override becomes active With the system active assess whether the manual override feature is at an acceptable level of sensitivity for e Speed of steering wheel turn e Distance of steering wheel turn b To adjust the manual override sensitivity setting select the slider bar Move the slider bar as follows Slider bar direction Result Triggers manual override The value to the right ofthe slider shows the current setting The total range is 0 5 to 2 5 where 0 5 is the most sensitive setting and 2 5 is the least sensitive c To try the new setting tap OK The Vehicle Calibration screen appears d Select Manual Override again The Autopilot Manual Override Calibration screen appears again e Repeat Steps b c and d to test each new setting XX Tip You can also evaluate the performance of the manual override feature under conditions of loading and or activities which may affect the pressure of the hydraulic system For example you can turn on the auxiliary hydraulics while you evaluate the manual override sensitivity f Tap OK to accept the new setting or tap Cancel to exit FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 13 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 14 Calibrating the AutoSense device 1 2 3 4 Select Autosense Calibration from the list on the
3. 0 N CAUTION Connecting the Port Replicator on the FmX to NavController Il cable to the PA or P12 connector of the NavController Il harness 9 will result in damage to the FmX integrated display and will void the warranty Mem Description Trimble part number FmX integrated display 93100 01 FmX power cable 66694 FmX power cable with relay and switch power bus 67259 NM Basic power cable 67258 6 FmX to NavController Il cable with port replicator 75741 19 16 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 2 pin DTM to 2 pin DT power adaptor 67095 NavController Il 55563 00 o 8m GPS TNC TNC RT angle cable 76442 EN AG25 GNSS antenna 68040 00S Main NavController Il cable 54601 Ag3000 to FmX FM 1000 cable 77273 Ag3000 break out cable 70433 Ag3000 modem 80300 Activating the Ag3000 modem In the USA the Ag3000 is bundled with a Trimble installed AT amp T card which is tied to your Ag3000 unit and cannot be separated You cannot use any other SIM cards with this device Additionally the Ag3000 modem does not work in a CDMA network Outside of the USA you must contact your local VRS Now or third party cell provider for a SIM card Configuring the Ag3000 modem 1 Install the VRS plugin For more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 2 From the Configuration screen select the VRS plugin and then tap Setup The VRS Configuration
4. llle 10 4 Field IQ master switch box functions ees 10 5 Field IQ 12 section switch box optional noaoae aaa 10 6 Field IQ Run Screen 6c 6666 6s ks Ok REY beer daw dedi bed dee EET E Y 10 6 General setup information 2 4 Seat cae Sra ee es oe hon eee ee RR CR ee ee ee Ld 10 10 pettine UP The qmplerleDilbi s 2253 aiu dos des SEGRE Roe HAE SCRE SR DROS qd 10 11 Selecting the implement operation and layout Implement Type tab 10 11 Setting up the implement measurements Measurement tab 10 12 Setting up the implement geometry 0 00 eee ee 10 13 Setting up the infill boundary Overlap tab llle 10 14 Setting up the implement switches Switches tab llle 10 15 Setting up the Field IQ plugin 444 06652466444 e464 Ss oe BEEN OE c HEY 10 17 Material Setup screen 6 44 dca ahs Sete Rode qe eo oN othe eke eee EES 10 18 Control Sep SCEN 244444084495 h Gees eee ee ehadneeee DIL 10 22 DECON COMMONIAD amp scu eo 4816 ke Bee ese 4 See Che eRe oe eee 10 25 Rate COMMOUIAD wa 9 2 X079 088 0 99 39 S30 eee tape saw TRUE ease nee sees 10 32 Row Monitoring tab 14 25 47 3g whee EU SOR Rh eee fp BOR eae SES 10 35 DENSOUMD Lr mr 10 36 Plantercal Gration ys auanees doe wad bee ag hee ah eo ee Goh ee ee beee eee eS 10 38 Calibrating the implement liftswitch 0 0 00040 10 38 Calibrating the Rawson modules llle 10 38 Calibrating the PWM v
5. leen 12 5 Engaging and disengaging the TrueGuide system llle 12 6 Operating the TrueGuide system 324 52 e4k eee eee hehehe ee e eR AUR A E ees 12 7 TrueGuide system aggressiveness settings aaau 12 9 TrueTracker Plugin 1 ce 13 1 About the Tile Irde Ker SySDOTH 4244 qur ese k Pope ich mak Sox Rom Ros ec ek A PUE Repos 13 2 Ahaaa e y PP E E E E NE E E 13 2 Benefits ofthe TrueTracker system llle 13 3 Requirements of the TrueTracker system llle 13 3 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 14 15 16 Contents Installing the TrueTracker system llle 13 3 Boni gaan eea ete eee eae E eee ee Coe ee eee eee ee ee Bea es 13 4 Activating the TrueTracker system sa uut dew 9p be RA E beeen E SOS GEER ES 13 5 Configuring the implement settings llle 13 5 Configuring the Vehicle tab 1 2 ee 13 5 Configuring the Engage tab 33 acea qo 09 ER URS X EU EUR CR ERR ba 13 6 Configuring the Steering taD ua does oae kdo 1 Bde Se X XE SR ARRACE A ad Ee es 13 7 Configuring the implement controller s icune ween da hah ew hog nh eae 13 8 Iunio asi neee ote ee eee e eh et RG RG a EE eee Eee ahs eee eae 13 9 Configuring the implement 4244 has 9 keee seen eeee eee ee hos Bode aes 13 10 Calibrating the implement a a 3o do 54888200 6652558446636 E 4042 13 11 Configuring the antenna position and roll offset correction 13 19 Calibrating the line acquisition aggressiven
6. 9 16 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Rem Description Offset The difference between Design Height and Target Height Using the offset buttons creates a plane that is parallel to the original design Target Height The height on the target plane that the blade will attempt to reach This is the Design Height the Offset When the blade reaches the Target Height the height indicator arrow turns green Cut Fill The difference between the Blade Height and the Target Height e When Cut is displayed the current ground is above the target The height indicator arrow turns red and points down which means that the blade needs to move down to reach the Target Height When Fill is displayed the current ground is below the target The height indicator arrow turns red and points up which means that the blade needs to move up to reach the Target Height Configuring the FieldLevel Il plugin Note Before you can configure the system it must be professionally installed For more information contact your local reseller There are four steps to complete e Step 1 Configuring the implement page 17 e Step 2 Configuring the leveling model page 17 e Step 3 Calibrating the FieldLevel II valve module page 21 e Step 4 Configuring the FieldLevel II GPS receiver page 22 Step 1 Configuring the implement If you have not already configured the implement see Configuring the implement for leveling drainage
7. OD 0A 6 Enter the log interval This determines how regularly the data is written to the file The system is now configured to receive remote data from an external device 16 4 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Productivity Monitoring Plugin In this chapter The Productivity Monitoring plugin enables the FmX integrated display to interface with an Enalta CDA 1000 display for sugar cane B Configuring the Productivity harvesting Monitoring plugin B Installation This chapter explains how to combine the two m Operation systems so that the information from both displays appears on the FmX integrated display Note To use this plugin you must have an Enalta CCT system FmX Integrated Display User Guide 17 1 17 Productivity Monitoring Plugin Installation 1 Install the FmX integrated display harness and GPS receiver See Installing the display page 15 2 Connect the Enalta sensors to a serial port on the FmX integrated display harness 17 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Productivity Monitoring Plugin 17 Configuring the Productivity Monitoring plugin 1 Install the Productivity Monitoring plugin See Adding or removing a plugin page 4 2 On the Configuration screen select the Productivity Monitoring plugin and then tap Setup Productivity Monitoring Setup Baud rate Parity Data bits Stop bits 3 Inthe Port list select the port on the FmX integrated display h
8. 5 Enter your new Administration password in both fields The new Administration password is now active Locking the display to re enable the password To re enter the password if you have already entered the Administration Password 1 From the Home screen tap A l 2 Tap Configure 3 Tap Lock Config 4 Tap Setup or Calibrate The Enter Administration Password screen appears FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Advanced Configuration 22 Saving the vehicle configuration Note The vehicle configuration is different from the display and implement configuration The vehicle configuration saves the Autopilot vehicle settings that you created The display configuration saves the display appearance features that you selected and the implement configuration saves each implement including plugins and physical attributes l From the Configuration screen select the Autopilot option and then tap Setup The Vehicle Controller Setup screen appears Edit the vehicle settings and tap OK Tap Save Config To overwrite a previous configuration file tap Switch Config and then select the previous file from the Vehicle Configuration list To save the file tap OK Tap Save Config Before the configuration file is saved the following message appears You are about to overwrite the existing Vehicle Configuration Do you want to Save or create a New Configuration Tap either Save to overwrite or New to create a new configur
9. 6 Enter the required settings as provided by your Trimble VRS Now or Network RTK operator as described below Server Name Address RTK VRS CORS base station broadcast name Server Port Number Base station port number Mount Point Base station mount point 7 Tap OK The Configuration screen appears The DCM 300 modem is now configured Note SIM Card Setup tab In the USA the DCM 300 modem comes with an AT amp T SIM card if you subscribe to the Trimble AT amp T or Verizon data plans yoyou do not need to enter the details If you supply your own SIM card you must obtain details of the SIM card from the card provider and then enter them here The SIM card setup is only used for the DCM 300G modem the DCM 300C modem for Verizon does not use the SIM card setup tab 19 6 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 Vehicle Sync Vehicle Sync functionality is available with either asset tracking or with the VRS DCM 300 modem Connecting the hardware 1 Make sure that the DCM 300 modem is functioning correctly check the blinking pattern of the green and amber LEDs The options are as follows Green LED Amber LED Power and Telematics Cellular and Wi Fi status GPS status DCM 300status Green LED Amber LED N A Poor or no Wireless Signal NA 0 Fast Blink3 Poor or no GPS Signal Fast Blink3 System Ignition Off Sleep Mode Slow Blink1 FmX Integrated Display Use
10. Field IQ Plugin 10 1 Inthe Section Control tab select On in the Section Control field Material Layout Section Control Section Control Duy Section Contro Module Location Setup Saction Control Setup Fence Nozzles Right Nozzle Wiring T Cancel Incomplete Section Setup Next 2 Tap Setup next to the Section Control Module Location 3 Inthe Section Control Module setup screen set up the following Number of Modules Select the total number of modules that will be used on the current control location Module Assign the serial numbers of the modules to their location on the current control location Section Control Module Setup Number of Modules h F Module Humber of Dc Dons Cancel FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 27 10 Field IQ Plugin Note Sections start from left to right in their numbering This means that Section 1 is on the far left and numbers increase to the right Number of Sections Select the number of sections physically wired into the selected Module Serial number Section Control Module Setup Module 5130552905 Hurnbwer of actions E Section Grouping Advanced Wire A sgrment DE 4 Inthe Section Control Module Setup screen tap the Section Grouping button for Row Crop or tap Section Widths PE teri era t 1 3 4 7 gt Note Both of these setups allow you to set the section widths Section Grouping does it by
11. FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 If you open a field that has an existing master benchmark and have selected Force Rebench a large green circle is shown for 100 m 300 ft around the master benchmark flag This indicates that you need to rebench over the master benchmark location to ensure that the design is aligned with the previous position You must be within this circle before you can re establish the master benchmark To ensure that the design is properly aligned 1 Return exactly to the master benchmark location that you marked on the ground for example with flags see Creating a benchmark page 8 regardless of where your current onscreen position appears to be 2 Re establish the benchmark This process accommodates RTK base station setup differences from the last time the field was open Collecting field data After you create the benchmark s collect field layout data On the WM Survey tab that appears on the Run screen see page 193 use the drop down menu to select one of the following types of field layout data Description The outside of the field Points on the inside of the boundary Can be used to divide the field into smaller sections To record the layout data tap Record To stop recording tap Record again FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 9 9 Water Management 9 10 Defining the boundary Define a boundary to establish the confines of your field Dri
12. For both tandem and dual mode the Tandem Dual tab includes a double set of up and down buttons These buttons provide independent control of the implement offset Wess an o e oO Primary front or left side implement height control Secondary rear or right side implement height control e Fora tandem configuration the left up and down buttons offset the height of the primary front implement theright buttons offset the height of the secondary rear implement e For a dual configuration the left buttons offset the height of the primary left side of the implement the right buttons offset the height of the secondary right side of the implement 9 44 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 WM Drain plugin The WM Drain farm drainage solution is a concept to completion toolset that streamlines the survey analysis design installation and mapping steps of surface and subsurface drainage Configuring the WM Drain plugin Note Before you can configure the system it must be professionally installed For more information contact your local reseller There are 3 steps to complete e Step 1 Configuring the implement e Step2 Configuring the WM Drain settings e Step 3 Configuring the receiver Step 1 Configuring the implement If you have not already configured the implement see Configuring the implement for leveling drainage page 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 45
13. Once the Row Guidance plugin has been installed add the FmX integrated display as shown Description Display Display power cable Power relay Basic power cable Display to NavController Il NavController Il power adapter NavController II Antenna cable Trimble part number 93000 xx 66694 67259 67258 75741 67095 52200 02 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 41 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Item Description Trimble part number AG15 GNSS antenna 77038 00 D RTK antenna cable 11 RTK antenna 12 NavController II main harness 54601 D RG 100 NavController Il to feeder house cable 85538 RG 100 feeder house to JD sensors 85537 B RG 100 feeder house to Claas CNH sensors 85924 CNH adapter cable 85790 5 42 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 EZ Pilot assisted steering system guidance The EZ Pilot assisted steering system works with the FmX integrated display s internal GPS receiver to provide vehicle guidance Installing the EZ Pilot system For information on installing the EZ Pilot controller in your vehicle refer to the supported vehicle specific EZ Pilot installation instructions FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 43 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Connecting the EZ Pilot system
14. Recycle Power shut down the display and the combine and wait 20 seconds before powering the FmX and the combine back up Make sure other logging devices are not connected to the CAN bus disconnect Mobile Processor or GS2 display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 27 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Other reasons yield monitoring may not work include the following FmX is not mapping FmX stops mapping The header could be raising and lowering periodically through the past the Stop Logging Header Height field setting FmX yield information does Different crop types may be selected not match John Deere s information Major jump or extremely The Stop Head Height setting is lower than different weight values than what the John Deere monitor shows The shown on the John Deere John Deere monitor could be logging more monitor data than the FmX logs therefore showing a larger value 18 28 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 1 Make sure the display Header Height setting is lower than John Deere s setting Ensure that the crop type is the same Note The machine must be in normal harvesting operation mode Increase the Header Height setting on the FmX Verify the crop types match in both displays Set the Head Height to 10096 on the John Deere display Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Third party display instructions Setting up the Claas Cebis Quantimeter Note When using the Yield Monit
15. Slider bars Slider bars appear on several of the configuration screens FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 7 2 Display Overview A slider bar shows how extreme a selection is If you use a slider bar to select the value it is apparent that you are nearing the extreme value There are two ways to use a slider bar e To move up by one increment tap on the slider bar in the direction that you want to move the pointer e To slide the pointer a Touch the screen where the pointer is located and hold your finger on the screen b Move your finger along the axis in the direction that you want to move the pointer c Remove your finger when you are satisfied with the position of the pointer Lists A list shows all the available options To select an item from a list tap the item Folder hierarchy The FmX integrated display stores data in a folder hierarchy according to client farm field and event mem Deseiption 0o The customer for whom the work is being done Farm A collection of fields see below Field A specific area of land where events are carried out A field can be created on the display to represent an actual field part of an actual field or a group of more than one actual fields Event A precision agriculture application or activity on a particular field see above For example e Planting of seed e Application of fertilizer or lime e Spraying with fungicide herbicide or insecti
16. The current pressure as reported by the primary pressure sensor The area of Area Features that are designated as productive The DCM 300 wireless signal strength The current height of the vehicle as reported by the secondary blade GPS receiver The current height of the secondary blade The percentage of radio CMR packets received over the last 100 seconds by the secondary blade GPS receiver The time since the GPS corrections were last received from the secondary FieldLEvel GPS receiver The correction type used by the secondary blade receiver FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 13 4 Display Setup Rem Benetton OOOO S Cut Fill The difference between the Secondary Blade Height and the Secondary Target Height e When Cut is shown the current ground height is above the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red down arrow which means that the blade needs to move down to reach the Target Height e When Fill is shown the current ground height is below the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red up arrow which means that the blade needs to move up to reach the Target Height S Design Height The height the secondary blade will attempt to reach This is the Design Height the Offset When the blade reaches the Target Height the arrows turn green S Distance Traveled For use with FieldLevel Il Point to Slope mode The distance traveled since Auto mode was enabled S East The
17. The current speed of the vehicle P Survey Cut Fill The cut fill for the location of the vehicle within a field that has been processed in AutoPlane P Target Height The height the blade will attempt to reach This is the design height the offset When the blade reaches the target height the arrows turn green P Up P VDOP The difference in the up component from the Local Tangent Plane LTP The vertical dilution of precision P Vertical Error Estimate The current estimate of error in the height calculated by the FieldLevel GPS receiver These status text items can be set to appear permanently at the top of the screen or on a slide out tab The following items can also be viewed from the Run screen FieldLevel GPS status E FieldLevel Number of satellites e FieldLevel correction age e To configure the status items see Status items page 8 Reloading a field When you create a design for a field for example a target leveling plane the design is saved in the field directory The design files are associated with the field so if you close the field and then open it again the design reloads with the field With RTK GPS the position of the RTK base station is important to the heights used when the field was previously open If the base station is not accurately positioned in the same physical location you must reestablish the design over an existing benchmark to reestablish the height 9 26 FmX Integr
18. Turning the steering wheel manually disengages the EZ Pilot system It is recommended that you check this setting before you start using the system in a new installation by engaging on a line and then turning the wheel until EZ Pilot disengages To adjust the amount of force required to disengage the system change the Override Sensitivity in the EZ Pilot Setup screen The EZ Pilot system automatically disengages when e The vehicle is outside the engage limits configured in the Engage Options screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 61 5 Vehicle Guidance Options e The system is paused e GPS positions are lost e The Minimum Fix Quality setting is set to a high accuracy correction method and the system receives low accuracy positions for example no corrections e To manually disengage the system do one of the following Tapthe engage button on the main guidance screen or press the engage button on the optional remote control Turn the steering wheel to override the electric motor EZ Pilot plugin screen The EZ Pilot tab on the Run screen shows the current nudge increment and online aggressiveness values DOOOOOOOOOOLAMJOOQOOQOOOOOO e Tap either the lt or gt button to increase or decrease the Nudge Increment setting by the distance set in the Steering Settings setup screen e Tap either the or button to increase or decrease the Online Aggressiveness setting by 5 The default value is set in
19. appear The warning radius appears on the screen as an orange line Average Position This is a way to improve the quality of the point feature position e If you click Yes the display calculates the average position of the feature over 30 seconds If you click No the display places the feature at the coordinates that the vehicle is at when you tap the button 2 To select the feature appearance color tap Color FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 21 4 Display Setup 3 To return to the Select Feature screen tap OK The new feature appears in the Point list 4 Select the new feature from the list and then tap OK The new feature appears on the button you selected 5 To exit tap OK Creating a line feature 1 Inthe Name field enter a name for the feature 2 To select the feature appearance color tap Color 3 To return to the Select Feature screen tap OK The new line feature appears in the Line list 4 Selectthe new feature in the list and then tap OK The new feature appears on the button you selected 5 lap OK 4 22 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 Creating an area feature You can use area features to define areas of land as Productive or Unproductive If the sprayer passes into an area that is defined as unproductive the boom sections turns off This can be useful for setting exclusion zones that you do not want to spray for example waterways 1 Inthe Name field enter the nam
20. e Steering coulters noticeably shake near end stops To calibrate the proportional steering gain 1 Select the Steering Gain procedure from the calibration list Autopilot Steering Gain Calibration 2 Tap Run Slew Test A warning message appears 13 16 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 3 Tap Next Autopilot Steering Gain Calibration N CAUTION The steering coulters can move abruptly during the Proportional Steering Gain procedure while the TrueTracker system tests the hydraulic response to the steering commands These sudden movements can cause collisions with nearby obstacles or cause injury Be prepared for sudden steering coulter movements 4 Tap Next in the two screens that appear next 5 Test various gain settings while you monitor the implement steering performance and the values in the Slew Time and Overshoot fields for the Turn Left phase a Adjust the New Gain field if required FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 17 13 TrueTracker Plugin b Tap Turn Left Both turn buttons are unavailable while the wheels slew Autopilot Steering Gain Calibration Note The optimum gain setting has short slew time short millisecond reading and overshoot percentage less than 10 6 Repeat Step 5 with Turn Right Both turn buttons are unavailable while the wheels slew 7 When you locate the best gain value do one of the following Tap OK to save the value in the Aut
21. grouping rows together in a section and Sections Widths allows you to enter an actual measurement 5 Set up the section widths by doing one of the following In the Section Grouping screen group the section Rows Start from the left and continue until all the rows are grouped correctly and then tap OK 10 28 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 In the Section Widths screen enter the section Widths Start from the left and assign each station width in turn and then tap OK Note The section widths and section grouping are assigned equally you only need to complete this step if there are unequal section widths on the implement 6 Inthe Section Control Module Setup screen tap Advanced Wire Assignment Note This button is only available for specific cases so may not be visible 7 Assign the rows to the correct module and wire location To assign a wire ID to a row tap the module icon select the number of the wire you want to assign from the drop down list and then tap on the row to assign that module and wire It is recommended that you work from left to right F L i t d D t a fsf uj amp ao aa it L FN EN ML E S E B HI JL FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 29 10 Field IQ Plugin Latency Esignac Bee ea e eee E reed On Latency By default this is set to 0 0 seconds Use this setting unless you are experiencing a long response time from your cl
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23. 9 Water Management Step 2 Configuring the WM Drain settings l From the Configuration screen select the WM Drain plugin and then tap Setup WM Drain Setup 2 Control Type The following options are available Select Height Only if no IMD 600 slope sensor is installed Select Height or Pitch to allow the IMD 600 slope sensor to adjust for roll and pitch corrections on cantilever plows only Select Height and Pitch to allow the IMD 600 sensor to control pitch and height on parallel link double link plows Height Gain The amount of pitch control used to get to the target height with Height or Pitch or Heigh and Pitch control types A higher number will more aggressively pitch the plow if it is off target A lower number will keep the plow closer to the grade and more slowly approach the target height Default values are 0 2 for Height or Pitch and 0 0 for Height and Pitch Increase this by 0 1 increments and fine tun if the plow is not pitching enough to achieve the target depth Antenna Height The distance from the antenna to the bottom of the boot Offset Survey Height The distance from the tip of the boot to the ground when the plow is in the Offset survey position height and pitch cylinders both in full up position Survey Point The distance between the collected survey mapping points Spacing 9 46 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 ce beater eee Slope Sensor Select the serial number of
24. Adding unlocking the plugin Vehicle Sync Configuration Enter or select the following eee e T E Channel Make sure that the channel that is selected is the same on all the vehicles that you want to link You can link up to 6 vehicles Static IP The Static IP address must be unique for each vehicle being synced If two vehicles have the same IP address tap Generate New for one of the displays A CAUTION Do not remove power from the FmX display or from the DCM 300 modem for 10 minutes after you tap the Generate New button Display Name Make sure that you enter of select a descriptive display name that will be easy to recognize and select the vehicle when you join the vehicles If you already have Office sync this item is populated with the vehicle name that you set up earlier FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 9 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems Diagnostics 1 Check the signal quality for the WiFi connection 2 View the other vehicles that are on the selected channel 19 10 FmX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 Linking vehicles For vehicles to link using Vehicle Sync they must have either the same Client Farm Field or the same Client Farm Field Event e Ifthe event is not the same for example seed bed preparation and planting in the same field the vehicles will share guidance lines point line area features and status information
25. Before you can configure the system it must be professionally installed For more information contact your local reseller There are six steps to complete Step 1 Configuring the implement Step 2 Preparing the FmX integrated display and antenna connections Step 3 Configuring the primary receiver Step 4 Configuring the secondary receiver Step 5 Configuring the Tandem Dual plugin Step 6 Calibrating the Tandem Dual valve module Step 1 Configuring the implement If you have not already configured the implement see Configuring the implement for leveling drainage page 6 Step 2 Preparing the FmX integrated display and antenna connections If not already installed on the FmX integrated display install the FieldLevel II plugin followed by the Tandem Dual plugin for more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 When both plugins are installed the Configuration screen will show both the FieldLevel II plugin with its associated GPS receiver and the Tandem Dual plugin with its associated GPS receiver FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 39 9 Water Management Connect the FieldLevel II plugin primary antenna to the GPS1 connector on the rear of the display and connect the Tandem Dual plugin secondary antenna to the GPS2 connector on the rear of the display The correct configuration for the antennas on the implement s is as follows FmX integrated display Receiver position Receiver position
26. Return Fertil Distrib Select Type Bogballe E EX Accept Vaderstad Control Station To use the Vaderstad Control Station you need a special adapter cable Trimble P N DCA6219 with a crossover serial cable null modem that connects to the Vaderstad program cable Vaderstad P N 428017 Plug the Vaderstad cable into the GPS port on the back of the Control Station controller Configuring the controller To set up the controller to operate correctly with the FmX display do the following 1 Press the button and hold it down while turning on the controller 2 In the Setup screen scroll to GPS and then select No Note Pressing and selecting Info will not work if the unit is communicating with the FmX integrated display Amazone Amatron To use the Amazone Amatron you need a special adapter cable Trimble P N 59043 to connect to the FmX cable P N 67091 that is connected to Port A or B on the display Optionally you can use an extension straight through serial cable Note Connect the cable to the pinned connector on the lower left side of the Amatron controller Configuring the controller To set up the controller to operate correctly with the FmX display do the following l Press Shift Page Setup Page 2 2 Set RS232 to 57600 baud FmX Integrated Display User Guide 14 9 14 Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 10 LH5000 To use the LH 5000 controller you need a special adapter cable LH Ag
27. The Autopilot system has been installed and configured with the NavController II firmware version 5 20 or later When setting up the Autopilot plugin for use with the RG 100 system ensure that a vehicle profile that ends in RY is selected in the Vehicle Controller Setup screen and the XML header file in version 3 8 has been added to the vehicle profiles on the FmX integrated display The Row Guidance plugin has been added to the FmX display configuration 1 Inthe Home screen tap a 2 Inthe Configuration Selection screen tap the Edit button next to Implement 3 Inthe Configuration screen tap Add Remove to add the plugin to the configuration Setting up the plugin l Inthe Configuration screen select the Row Guidance plugin and then tap Setup The Row Guidance Configuration screen appears 2 Once you are in the RG 100 setup select the header model attached to your combine and verify that the measurements are accurate for your vehicle measurements can differ due to vehicle variations 5 Vehicle Guidance Options FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 37 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 3 Measure distances with the header at the approximate operation height Inaccurate measurements will result in a degraded performance Row Guidance Configuration Please select a header Select the type of head on the combine Feeler to Axle Offset Enter the distance from the pivot point of the feeler to the front axle This measu
28. more than double the On Grade Limit value The arrow points in the direction that the blade needs to move for the blade to be on grade The size of the up or down arrow indicates the amount of movement required FieldLevel Il status text items Status text items describe factors in leveling models Note The FieldLevel II status items all begin with P which denotes the Primary GPS receiver If you have the Tandem Dual plugin installed you will also have S status items available which denotes Secondary Description P Altitude The current GPS altitude of the blade P Blade Height The current height of the blade shown as a relative height or a GPS height depending on settings selected P Boot Depth The depth of the boot when installing tiles or the depth of the blade when cleaning surface ditches used with the Autoslope leveling model P CMR Percent The percentage of data being successfully received from the base GPS receiver P Correction Age The time since the last GPS correction was received from the GPS base station P Correction Type The solution type for example RTK Fixed or RTK Float etc P Cut fill The difference between the blade height and the target height When Cut is displayed the current ground height is above the target height and the height adjustment indicator shows a red down arrow which means that the blade needs to moved down to reach the target height When Fill is displayed the current ground height
29. 3 6 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 The Run screen layout The Run screen is where you receive guidance and drive the vehicle The appearance of the screen changes depending on which plugins you have installed Description Virtual lightbar o CS B emm SSS These items are described in more detail below FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 7 3 3 8 Getting Started Hashed grids Hashed grids provide an immediate measure of distance Each small square represents 10 feet and each dark green outline represents 50 feet Virtual lightbar The virtual lightbar provides vehicle guidance When the vehicle is perfectly on the guidance line the three center green LEDs are lit VOVooOO000000000 B OO000000000000 When the vehicle moves off the guidance line to the left or the right the three LEDs that are lit drift to the side QVORVOVO0000000 CCR AZ00000000000000 To configure the virtual lightbar see Lightbar page 27 Plugin tabs Most of the plugins have features that appear on a tab on the Run screen To select a tab tap the icon in the tab FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 GPS receiver information The button in the top right of the Run screen provides information about GPS If the GPS signal is lost completely a warning appears and the Satellite icon turns red Longitude 146 52 24
30. Check if Crop Type will change on the Greenstar display after Crop Type on the FmX has been changed 70 Series Combines Change the Crop Type in the command center and make sure it changes on the FmX integrated display Raise the head up or down to see if the display will show a change for header height If Step 1 and Step 2 work log field data Ensure the display is communicating with the CAN bus system diagnostics serial port Port A B is there another value other than zero for CAN messages 60 Series Combines Make sure Moisture Sensor has version 1 20C loaded 60 Series Combines Check if Crop Type will change on the Greenstar display after Crop Type on the FmX has been changed 70 Series Combines Change the crop type in the command center and make sure it changes on the FmX Raise head up or down to see if the display shows a change for header height Ensure the display is communicating with the CAN bus system diagnostics serial port Port A B is there another value other than zero for CAN messages 60 Series Combines Make sure Moisture Sensor has version 1 20C loaded 60 Series Combines Check if Crop Type will change on the Greenstar display after Crop Type on the FmX has been changed 70 Series Combines Change the crop type in the command center and make sure it changes on the FmX Raise head up or down to see if the display shows a change for header height Check cabling
31. Ensure that the implement is safe to operate Follow the on screen instructions to auto tune the system Field IQ Drive Calibration Note Do not perform the auto tuning function if you have loaded a preset configuration file Use the predefined configuration settings appropriate for your vehicle Drive Settings Turn the master switch on and vary the rates Adjust values if needed Field IQ Drive Calibration Shows the results and drive limits of your calibration 10 56 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Flow calibration The Field IQ Calibration option only appears on the Configuration screen if you have at least one Field IQ Rate and Section control module installed 1 From the Configuration screen select the Field IQ plugin and then tap Calibrate 2 From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the Rate and Section Control Module to be calibrated The message Not calibrated appears at the end of the modules that need calibration The following screen appears Field IQ Calibration E Rabe and Section Control Module 5015561943 Valve Calibration Flow Calibration Pressure Calibration 3 Select the Control tab Rate and Section Controller Valve Calibration Wahe Control Allawabhe Error Gain Minimum Pataca 4 Enter the following values Allowable Error FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 57 10 Field IQ Plugin Gain Minimum Response Note F
32. IIStAVAGION 4 Sea ketene eee eae ee ek Oe ee eee eee ne eae ee Aas aes 20 3 Enabling the EZ Remote Joystick 2 2 ee 20 4 LB25 External Lightbar llle 21 1 Conneuring the Bell DAE sue ss enews Gg Bee ee ee SC dus xoa RE RS SEU E E ess 21 2 Advanced Configuration leer 22 1 Configuring remote coverage logging ees vp Instalingtheloggingoption llle 22 2 Enable the external switch ees Poh ea d PUR aoe aL EEK EC hio 3 oder 22 3 Changing the password 2122520464 6465 OR oec Se bE Pe 4 6454S ee eS 22 4 Locking the display to re enable the password llle 22 4 Saving the vehicle configuration ees 45 den 4 one eee S LR US SOEUR RR ROS RE RE s 22 5 Saving a PDF version of the current field llle 22 6 Upgrading the FmX integrated display firmware 0000s 22 8 Upgrading the Field IQ system firmware eee 22 9 Unlocking additional devices s s 4 54 eecee eee ey ted ene hie wen exe ee 22 10 Data Management 2 0 ee ee nnn 23 1 Transferring data to an office computer 1 2 2 sees 23 2 bore sn t e g 6 6 42d HO A eed Ree Fae Soe te oO Se Ged Bee Ea ees 23 3 MOIS MICS P nae es eo eae bee eo Ge eee ee eh eee eee eee ee Geass 23 3 Generating files in the office o aed ati des roh Ro Ro dU PD OSH EAE OED GE 23 3 Folders on the USB memory stick llle 23 4 The ADOPS loldi au d dando d dolci dt dob Seek bee rd oe ROSS D
33. Nitrogen Use Efficiency have default values that are formula specific but all are able to be changed by selecting the field and using the screen keypad Note You may need to reference the specific algorithms instruction for more detailed explanation of the CumGDD E or similar fields For example the CumGDD F for the corn v1 3 GrtPIns GDD OKState is Cumulative Growing Degree Days Base 50F For specific algorithm instructions go to www GreenSeeeker com FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 13 11 11 14 GreenSeeker Plugin 10 Select the Chart tab GreenSeeker Calibration Gisabled 11 Inthe Limit list select Enabled or Disabled 12 If necessary enter a Max Limit value based on rate controller or application equipment limitations 13 Tap OK 14 Enter a Min Limit value 15 Tap OK Note Maximum and minimum settings will limit the rate commands given to the rate controller 16 Reviewthe application chart for each job to determine the appropriate nozzle selections and or application equipment settings FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 17 Select the Output Tab GreenSeeker Calibration 18 Inthe Material Type list select either Granular or Liquid 19 Tap OK Defining a Custom Table For growers or crop consultants having crop historical knowledge allows them to determine different crop input requirements based upon biomass size of the crop plant An example of
34. See e A OC cca bce eee eo ee ae oe Oe Ge ee a ee ee ee ee 3 3 Crete ACCME sx ade EG E eee he eee Peep eee bees ee ee d E ee 3 4 Additional SEUNG CIC 3 4 Closing a Held aceneeceho eee eke eee ee ee heme oak eee eRe eee eee eee 3 6 Savino dn even SUPITEIHEY s s sese ur iecur eRe di EROR T Eod Ro eee Hewes ea ee 3 6 The Runscreen uoi P L LTTTT 3 7 Selecting a swath pattern qued oed e 9 09 3 49 p dex P EE AEG OR dee EY OS 3 13 Cen a ON E P ee Geese a ee eee saa e Sy 3 15 The RECO EOD aaaks satay een eed ee done bee ee eae SUR ee Pe oe 3 17 Creating guidance with the FreeForm pattern 0 000000 ee 3 18 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 Contents 5 8 Eo QUOS occu du RT SS E EIERSEPSHIEISBESESG EEG ENTERS TIE 3 21 Adding Bri access PAU soe eiserne odo BOR qx dedos qs fd de ren 3 22 S1 IHR manacen P ED CD pee oe be eee a eee 3 23 Using the Guide to 12084 P Tc m 3 25 UsingSkiptofine tunenavigation llle 3 25 Placing field features on screen 2 2 llle 3 26 Pan ine CUIGANCC 6a bea ue ee He ee eee Se ee eee Perdu eee 3 27 Adjustnp the sbatus texi SIZE 6 2 5 neue d doR eer bug PU RE E dana ies don doi dede 3 27 Introduction to coverage logging llle ns 3 28 LOCC cL C LT 3 28 PICSCHOHOUG 224 399 ee Geet 4 2 99999 9 5 wid 2 B dc S test eee NS P PCR M P NS 3 31 Display SOUPS x a ee RRR ER EO ee OR we d 4 1 Accessing the system configuration settings
35. See page 51 Angle per Turn Aggressiveness Freeplay offset 4 Confirm the calibration settings Note You may have to perform the EZ Pilot calibration more than once to achieve optimal results Calibrating T3 roll compensation The EZ Pilot system contains sensors that use 13 terrain compensation technology to provide roll compensation when the vehicle is on a slope or drives over a bump For roll compensation to work correctly the IMD 600 must be calibrated 1 Select the EZ Pilot plugin and then tap Calibrate EZ Pilot Steering Calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 49 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 2 Select MD 600 Orientation Tru Application Control Calibration Note For best accuracy install the IMD 600 as shown in the installation instructions for the supported platform in which it is being installed Make sure the IMD 600 is installed at right angles to the center line of the vehicle Non orthogonal angles will cause performance degradation 3 From the Orientation drop down list select the orientation of the IMD 600 module and then tap Next EZ Pilot Roll Calibration 4 Parkthe vehicle mark the inside position of both sets of wheels and then tap Next The display records the roll offset in the first direction This takes approximately 20 seconds Do not move the vehicle while the offset is being read 5 50 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5
36. The Light Bars Configuration screen appears 8 Tap OK The external lightbar is now configured FmX Integrated Display User Guide 21 3 21 B25 External Lightbar 21 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Advanced Configuration In this chapter Configuring remote coverage logging m Changing the password B Saving the vehicle configuration B Saving a PDF version of the current field Upgrading the FmX integrated display firmware Upgrading the Field IQ system firmware Unlocking additional devices Once you complete the basic configuration you can e Use this chapter to configure more advanced features for higher accuracy or better performance e Begin driving See Getting Started Note Some configuration settings are unavailable When a field is open in the Run screen To access these settings return to the Run screen and then tap the Home button When the display prompts you to close the field tap Yes FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 22 1 22 Advanced Configuration Configuring remote coverage logging 22 2 You can configure the FmX integrated display to control coverage mapping by using a switch on the implement instead of the button on the Run screen Installing the logging option To connect an implement switch to the FmX integrated display and configure the display to use the switch to control the logging install a switch on the implement to allow for correct
37. an NUE of 60 means that 6 Ibs of nitrogen fertilizer is expected to be used by the plant that year for every 10 Ibs applied For more information go to www nue okstate edu Nitrogen Rich Strip This reference strip area allows for determining the amount of nitrogen being made available to the plant by the environment mineralization etc and importantly this year s expected maximum yield potential and response to additional nitrogen Response Index Provides an indication of how the crop will respond this season to additional N Vegetation Index A value that is calculated or derived from sets of remotely sensed data that is used to quantify plant health stress and vigor Variable Rate Application Based on information supplied to a rate controller the rate of fertilizer or other chemical applied FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 GreenSeeker primary components GreenSeeker RT200 with FmX integrated display components i Power switch sensors FmX integrated display 93100 01 eo FmX power cable 66694 FmX basic power cable 67258 o 8 m GPS TNC TNC RT angle cable 50449 e AG25 GNSS antenna 68040 005 FMX FM 1000 to CAN w port replicator cable 75407 1 BM EEEMEMEEE QENNMMM LU Te a i eee FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 3 11 GreenSeeker Plugin Interface module The Interface Module contains circuitry to GreenSeeker Lir fees fae M ne int
38. from the list Selecting a new vehicle make and model from a database a From the drop down list select From Database new and then tap Browse b Select the vdb file that you want to open and then tap OK Selecting a saved vehicle make and model from the display a From the drop down list select From Saved File existing and then tap Browse b Select the required file and then tap OK c Select Change Vehicle to save the new settings The following message appears The specified vehicle model will now be selected on the Autopilot controller This will cause the Autopilot controller to be reset Do you want to continue Note If you select a vehicle make and model but do not upload that configuration to the Autopilot controller that make and model will not be loaded 5 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 3 Tap OK to load the new configuration The following message appears The Autopilot controller will now be reinitialized in order to complete the vehicle selection 4 Tap OK The file is now loaded For more information on saving vehicle profiles on the FmX integrated display see Saving a vehicle profile page 30 Autopilot calibration Once you configure the vehicle make and model calibrate the system for your individual vehicle The Autopilot system calibration process records additional details about your vehicle which helps the system to steer the vehicle more accurately For high ac
39. or enter the orientation An image represents the current mounting orientation of the controller The image is shown as though You are looking down on the vehicle from above The top of the screen points to the nose of the vehicle 2 Use the buttons to select the orientation of the controller Ifthe controller is set at a sloped angle the vehicle profile will set the NavController orientation Note Install the NavController as described in the vehicle install instructions If custom angles are used the on screen image of the controller does not appear 3 Tap OK to accept the new orientation or tap Cancel to exit FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 11 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 12 Configuring the manual override sensitivity Manual Override sensitivity calibration is valid only for platforms that employ a pressure transducer for the manual override function The software automatically detects whether or not the vehicle configuration includes this type of sensor and provides this option if required One way to disengage the Autopilot system is to turn the steering wheel This is called the Manual Override When you turn the steering wheel there is a voltage spike that then tapers off This spike and decline occurs at different levels for different models of tractor The manual override sensitivity is the level that the voltage must spike to before the override occurs and the system disengages The voltage must
40. pe aae oe eee ee Pee ee eke eee eee eee Be eee 5 73 Disengaging the SyStCM acuoe uos eus v tater Reet 9 eyes healed OE AUR bee eh eA 5 73 EZ DLOeF plugin SCIEN cs 2 dea eo eR 403979 PRED ESSE aE Purse OEE E ATE oe d 5 74 Vehicle specific performance 0 ee ee 5 74 After using the EZ Steer system 2 20 eee eee ee ee ee 5 75 The GPS Receiver 2 n ng 6 1 Conicurine tne Gr leCciVels RC Ee he oe hat gee Sosa es gee ss 6 2 Entering 450 MHz frequencies 2 2 6 25449 4 4 ee ooh e eo eo wee ORES bees 6 3 PrigDlne DeCINCN IN gage eee era aoe ee foe hae Gene eo eee eee oe es 6 4 Autoseed fast restart technology lees 6 6 Configuring a GPS receiver with the AgRemote software 0 0000 eee 6 7 Enabling NMEA message output sse eee eee eG o nom hee 33 R ORO RO EEN 9s 6 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 Contents 10 Pnapln Tadd DUE e sese 9 R3 98979 Bees Gea settee ee eee eeee Ge ea eens 2 6 9 CORE UEIDe radar OULU i acne oe ee oe hehe AUR EG eRe Oe bea oe 6 10 Implement Configuration ellen 7 1 MEP OOUCHOM rr rnm 152 Creating an implement aa 2 Son E ORCI OR eaei edr eae I AR UR iis dos ee PS S 7 3 Selecting an existing implement 7 acaso rp R gee dex be eee oe eee RUE SES S 7 4 Importing an implement from the FieldManagerdisplay lees 7 5 Adjusting the implement settings au scs ecd soe de don 64 eae SG EE eee m EES SE 7 6 ajeli naiai ha PPP Abeer ee ee Ge
41. switch activation when the implement is raised or lowered For example a switch similar to the Trimble P N 60477S shown below can be used to activate the coverage logging The switch must make and break the connection on pins 10 and 11 on the FmX port connector For example to use the 604778 switch 1 Connect pin A ofthe switch to pin 10 of the 12 pin Deutsch connector on Port A or Port B of the display 2 Connect pin B ofthe switch to pin 11 of the 12 pin Deutsch connector on Port A or Port B of the display Doing this results in the connection being made between pins 10 and 11 of Port A or B ofthe display when the implement is raised or lowered Notes If Ports A or B are used by other cabling you can use the port replicator on the cable to connect the remote logging switch If you use a different switch the connections may be different than described in this example FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Advanced Configuration 22 A relay must be used to control coverage logging when voltage is present at the switch The following schematic shows the relay between the display and the switch Battery Standard duty 17V 30A 4 pin relay Boom solenoid Battery For more information on configuring the implement see Adjusting the implement settings page 6 Enable the external switch To enable the external switch 1 From the Home screen tap A Tap Configure Select the implement and then
42. 0 00 gal min Control Speed 5 0 mph Master Switch Of Operaions Hardware e Serial number e Position on the implement e Firmware version e Status of CAN connection e Tx Rx number of packets FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 67 10 Field IQ Plugin 10 68 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER GreenSeeker Plugin In this chapter Introduction m GreenSeeker primary components m Care and maintenance Field preparations for Nitrogen application B Operating the GreenSeeker Plugin B Application information Best practice This chapter describes how to configure and operate the GreenSeeker RT200 variable rate and mapping system plugin on the FmX integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 1 11 GreenSeeker Plugin Introduction G N N 11 2 a The GreenSeeker RT200 Variable Rate Application and Mapping System is a tool for variably applying agricultural chemicals based on real time measurements of the crop The sensors measure normalized difference vegetation index NDVI of the plants while traversing the field The applicator provides the ability to variably apply agricultural chemicals in real time as the applicator passes over the crop The NDVI based variable rate algorithm and parameters may be selected in the field and all rate changes are then made on the go so there are no lengthy delays between evaluating the crop and application When applying fert
43. 10 6 FmXlIntegrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 The following shows the Field IQ run screen with the main plugin screen Feature Description 0 Materials list Up to 6 materials are listed The current Target and Actual rates are shown for each material Tap a material to show details of that material see following page Den Mapping Information Change the mapping information that appears on your screen See Mapping tab information tab page 10 Row Status Indicator There are various shades of green yellow and red These shades reflect how tab far off target the rows are applying Green Rows are applying on target Red Rows are applying off target Black Rows have been manually turned off White Rows have been turned off automatically by the system Field IQ Status tab Shows the engage status of each row on the implement Green Engaged Gray Section closed due to overlap Red Not engaged or section manually turned off Tap the blue arrows to toggle between the Row Status Indicator tab and the Field IQ Status tab Engage button Green Auto guidance engaged Gray Auto guidance can be engaged Red Auto guidance cannot be engaged FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 7 10 Field IQ Plugin Li E Logging button Green Logging enabled Red Logging Tap a material in this example Corn to view more details Page 1 of the plugin tab Page 2 of the plugin tab
44. 14 5 14 14 6 Serial Rate Control Plugin The FmX integrated display varies the width of the coverage polygons according to the number of boom sections but it does not know the absolute width of each boom section it only knows the relative width of each boom section with respect to the total boom section width When recording coverage polygons each section is considered to be a percentage of the Application Width set in the FmX integrated display Implement Boom Setup screen For example if you create an intentional overlap to avoid gaps in the application coverage by making the application width greater than the swath width This proportionally changes the recorded width of each boom section Using the controller To allow the rates being sent by the FmX integrated display to be used by the Raven controller the channel must be set to Rate 1 SCS4XX SCS6XX or to Product X Auto SCS7XX If the controller is set to Rate 2 or Manual the controller ignores the rates being sent but the display still records the applied rates Limitations Set the baud rate to 9600 Some older controllers are only capable of 1200 baud these controllers need to be upgraded CAUTION Some Raven controllers do not support zero rates If the target rate is zero and spray is still being applied you must turn off the boom sections manually Rawson and New Leader The Rawson and New Leader controllers use a nominal flow rate Yield and a step
45. 19 13 ITrueTracker Plugin 13 20 Configuring the roll offset correction Use one of the following methods to calculate the roll offset and then enter the roll offset correction to compensate for it Coulter wheel track offset method e Flag offset method Choose the method that best matches the conditions Calculating the roll offset Coulter wheel track offset method 1 Drive the tractor to a relatively flat field where tire impressions are visible and where you can complete passes of at least 400 m 1320 ft in length Reset the roll offset value to 0 zero Start a new field Create a straight AB Line Cc SE 9 p Create a clean set of tire tracks in the field To do this start a new pass away from the area where the AB Line was created When the system is stable engage automatic steering mode and allow the Autopilot and TrueTracker systems to complete the pass 6 At the end of the pass turn the tractor around to return along the same pass from the opposite direction 7 Engage automated steering mode and allow the system to complete the pass 8 Inthe middle of the return pass stop the tractor and confirm that the current position is directly on the AB Line This ensures there is no cross track error 9 Park the tractor and exit the cab Evaluate the coulter wheel track pattern between the first and return paths 10 Measure the difference between the track passes and record the distance Also note whether
46. 2 Rate Increment When the Rate switch is in the Rate 1 or Rate 2 position the current application rate increases or decreases by this amount each time you press the Rate adjustment increment decrement switch on your master switch box Manual Rate When the Rate switch is in the Manual position this controls the speed at which the valve Increment increases or decreases each time you press the Rate adjustment increment decrement switch on your master switch box This setting is the minimum rate that will be applied Maximum Rate This setting is the maximum rate that will be applied Select the density for the selected material FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 19 10 Field IQ Plugin ll e RR Hybrid Varieties Tap to set up mapping features for the hybrid or varieties Alarm tab When you have completed the entries into this tab tap Next High Alarm Triggers when the rate reaches the selected percentage above the target for longer than the delay setting Low Alarm Triggers when the rate drops the below the target for longer than the delay setting for the selected percentage Singulation Low Triggers when singulation reaches a percentage lower than 10096 for longer than the delay setting Seeds When Off Triggers when this percentage of seeds is detected while the sections are off for longer than the delay setting No Seeds When On Triggers when this percentage of seeds is
47. 23 Data Management The Prescriptions folder For each prescription that you generate the AeGPS Prescriptions folder stores three prescription files in ESRI shapefile format or a single gdx file The shapefiles required are the dbf shp and shx files Some GIS software packages generate other files and include different contents in the files if they are on the USB memory stick they are ignored The names and types of files that are used to supply input information to the FmX integrated display and the folder where these files must be located on the card are as follows eserption Files Prescription files Polygons lt prescriptionname gt shp VAgGPSVPrescriptionsN ESRI shapefiles prescriptionname dbf For more information see prescriptionname shx Prescriptions page 31 Aglnfo GDX lt prescriptionname gt gdx The following figure shows the contents of a Prescriptions folder it BE AgGPS Prescriptions Fle Edt Mew Favorites Tools Hep Qa O F Ds lip rem XXL Fe Address C E aoGPS Prescriptions amp my Compute Se Local Desk C Jb DVO RW Drive D Si Lime Prese WestField 19 dbf Lee Presc Westheld 19 sho T Lime Presi WestField 19 shx B E Smith Fans E C Meadowbrook 23 18 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 Copying or deleting data files The Data Files screen enables you to copy or delete card data It shows the fields varieties p
48. Guide Overview of Plugins 8 Configuring a plugin Each plugin requires a different configuration For a detailed description of how to configure each one see the appropriate chapter later in this manual In general e Each plugin has several setup screens To access the screens tap the plugin and then tap Setup Calibrate or Diagnostics System New System e Most of the plugins add additional features to the main guidance screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 8 5 8 Overview of Plugins Entering the password to activate a plugin To activate some plugins you must enter the activation password If you do not have an activation password contact your local Trimble reseller 8 6 You can activate a plugin through a text file see below or manually see page 6 Option 1 Activating automatically through a text file Note This method of activating the system is faster than the manual method When you purchase the TrueTracker system the FieldLevel II system or a variable rate system your local Trimble reseller provides you with a text file containing a password 1 Insert the USB memory stick from the FmX integrated display into a card reader that is attached to an office computer Rename the text file delete the section of the name following the password number For example Password 4850576341 FMX 2DGPSto2GLONASS TXT becomes Password 4850576341 TXT Copy the password text file from the of
49. Height the Offset When the blade reaches the Target Height the arrows turn green P Design Slope When using the Autoslope leveling model this displays the design slope with respect to the current location along the section line P Distance Traveled For use with FieldLevel Il Point to Slope mode The distance traveled since Auto mode was enabled P East The distance that the primary blade receiver is to the east of the field origin point a negative number means the receiver is to the west of the field origin point 4 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide P GPS Status P H Error P HDOP P Heading P Latitude P Longitude P Network ID P North P Offset P Offset X P Offset Y P Satellites P Section Line Number P Speed P Target Height P VDOP P Vertical Error Estimate Pressure Productive Area Radio Signal Strength S Altitude S Blade Height S CMR Percent S Correction Age c O S Correction Type Display Setup 4 The GPS correction type that the primary blade GPS receiver is currently using Horizontal error An estimation of the level of precision of the primary blade GPS position in 2 dimensions The Horizontal Dilution of Precision of the primary blade receiver A measure of accuracy based on the geometry of the satellites in the sky If the satellites are near each other in the sky the HDOP is higher lower is better The current heading of the primary blade in degrees f
50. Implement Lift Sensor screen select the required options The options are Caton Deae c On One or more Implement Switches are attached to the Field IQ system system The maximim is 3 Minimum Changed Enter the number of implement switches the system should recognize to Switches determine if the implement is lifted For example if the total number of switches is 2 and the Minimum Changed Switches is 2 both switches have to show raised before we determine that the implement is in the raised position 10 16 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Setting up the Field IQ plugin l Inthe Configuration screen select Field IQ and then tap Setup 2 Inthe Field IQ Setup screen tap the required button The options are call Material Setup Use to set up a predefined list of materials to use in the Contro Setup or Material Assignment screens See Material Setup screen page 18 Control Setup Use to set up control locations and assign Field IQ modules See Control Setup screen page 22 Material Assignment Use to assign materials that were set up in the Material Setup screen to the Locations that were set up in the Contro Setup screen See Material Assignment screen page 65 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 17 10 Field IQ Plugin Material Setup screen When you select a material in the Available Materials list some of its specific settings appear
51. Row Details tab Dif SSS LO e rame otne maserar yon ore wewn O O e ums eme 70000000 10 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Target rate Tap the button to select if Target 1 or Target 2 is shown or to select Manual to turn the Targt rate off e Tap the button to decrease the Target rate by 1 tap the button to increase the Target rate by 1 P eem wei Wende 70007 Gate Setup Tap to go to the Gate Setup screen Density Tap to go to the Density screen where you can enter the density of the current product There ar various shades of green yellow and red These shades reflect how far off target the rows ar applying Green Rows are applying on target Red Rows are applying off target Black Rows have been manually turned off White Rows have been turned off automatically by the system Tap the arrows to view more row numbers Depending on the material the following buttons appear Bin Tap to go to the Virtual Bin Tank Setup screen where you can adjust the bin settings Seed Disc Tap to fill the seed disk Arm Pump Tap to enable Field IQ to control the pump FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 9 10 Field IQ Plugin General setup information Do the following prior to setting up the Field IQ system for planting spraying and so on Before starting the Field IQ plugin setup on the FmX integrated display ensure that e all components of the system are installed on the vehicle and i
52. S Target eo Uae steht ieee cent height the secondary blade will attempt to reach This is the Design Height the Offset When the blade reaches the Target Height the arrows turn green The height of the secondary blade receiver relative to the field origin point a negative number means the blade is lower than the field origin point S VDOP The Vertical Dilution of Precision of the FieldLevel Il GPS receiver A measure of accuracy based on the geometry of the satellites in the sky If the satellites are near each other in the sky the VDOP is higher lower is better S Vertical Error Estimate The current estimate of error in the height calculated by the FieldLevel II GPS receiver Satellites The number of satellites the system is currently receiving Secondary Pressure The current pressure as reported by the secondary pressure sensor 4 14 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 Rem Bee OOOO Section Line Number The number of the current section line Seed Mults 96 The percentage of time an more than one seed is placed for every intended drop Seed Population The amount of seed planted per acre hectare Seed Singulation The percentage of time an individual seed is placed for every intended drop Session Coverage Time The length of time that coverage logging has been engaged during the current session Session Time The length of the current field session Short term XTE A vehicle pass to pass Cross Track Erro
53. See page 5 Configure the implement controller See page 8 Configure the implement See page 10 Calibrate the implement See page 11 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Activating the TrueTracker system Before you can use the TrueTracker system you must activate it on the FmX integrated display For step by step instructions see Entering the password to activate a plugin page 6 Note This process requires you to enter the activation password If you do not have an activation password contact your local Trimble reseller Configuring the implement settings Uf 2 3 From the Home screen tap ed Tap the implement Edit button In the Configuration Selection screen ensure that the Autopilot option and the TrueTracker plugin are both installed See Adding or removing a plugin page 4 On the Configuration screen select the TrueTracker plugin and then tap Setup Configuring the Vehicle tab Implement Controller Setup From the Connector list select the port that the TrueTracker implement controller is connected to For the Current Selection list tap Edit to change the vehicle profile location and implement model see Configuring the implement make and model page 8 From the Vehicle Color list select the color you wish your vehicle to appear on the display screen Select the Engage tab FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 5 13 TrueTracker Plugin Configuring the Engage tab
54. See page 7 Sede 00 Serial tab Yield Monitoring Setup Set CHR aD jd FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 15 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Set the sensor output values may 0 T Baud Rate Data Bits Stop Bits Options tab Yield Monitoring Setup Set the sensor options Description New End Load Select Enabled or Disabled Confirmation 18 16 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Calibration To calibrate the Yield Sensor and Moisture Sensor use either the Single Load Calibration or the Multi Load Calibration Before starting either procedure keep the following in mind Use the same load type for both Yield and Moisture calibration To achieve the highest accuracy perform the Multi Load Calibration procedure Calibration procedure l 2 3 4 5 Verify that all YM Setup Parameters are correct Calibrate the Header Height Calibrate the Temperature Calibrate the Roll Offset Calibrate the Yield Sensor Tare Ifthe Average Tare Deviation is equivalent to or greater than the thickness of the elevator chain paddle the system may encounter a large amount of noise Noise can be introduced into the system by any of the following factors Paddles contacting the Yield Sensor optical lens Yield Sensor optical lens obstructed Yield Sensor s loose Elevator chain with excessive slack paddles flopping up down Tensioning rod contact
55. Select a NDVI field to enter a custom value Tap OK Select a corresponding Rate field to enter a custom value Tap OK Select the Output tab In the Material Type list select either Granular or Liquid Tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 GreenSeeker diagnostics The GreenSeeker Diagnostics screen reports on the quantity of sensors detected on system and provides any error conditions EUNTES NU Dagnorten The appearance of both the hardware and firmware version information at the top of the diagnostics screen indicates that the FmX integrated display and RT200 are communicating Erroneous data The RT200 system monitors the sensors for proper operation and if a sensor reports erroneous data the data is not included in the rate control calculation Erroneous data can come from mud on the sensor lenses sensors viewing concrete snow wet asphalt or other non soil or non plant surface Error conditions Error conditions include sensors disconnected from the CAN bus or a sensor transmitting invalid data Invalid data could occur if the sensor malfunctions or more commonly if it is seeing a target other than plants and soil For example when setting up the system the sensors may be pointed into the air or against wet asphalt either of these will likely generate an error code from a sensor Emo feos Deep o a Red gt NIR Red reflectance higher than NIR BOTH lt 01 Both reflectances
56. Speed Nudge Increment The distance the Nudge button on the Run screen moves the line back to the correct path FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 47 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Semon Bemp am oo Angle per Turn The angle that the wheels turn during one full rotation of the steering wheel e If the setting is too low the system will turn the wheel too much and the vehicle will perform s turns e If the setting is too high the system will turn the wheel too little and the vehicle will not hold the line Freeplay Left Adjust this setting if the vehicle drives consistently to the right of the line Freeplay Right Adjust this setting if the vehicle drives consistently to the left of the line Motor Speed Set the maximum rate at which the SAM 200 will operate Online Aggr How aggressively the EZ Pilot system corrects deviations from the current guidance line e Avery high setting will correct deviations quickly but the vehicle may steer erratically A very low setting will allow a smoother drive down the swath but the vehicle may go further offline before the deviation is corrected Approach Aggr How quickly the EZ Pilot system steers the vehicle onto the current guidance line e Avery high setting steers the vehicle quickly but the steering correction may be too severe e Avery low setting steers the vehicle very slowly but the vehicle may overshoot and travel too far down the swath before reaching the guidance line Advanced
57. Tocreate an internal A line tap Use A Tap Back to HL The buttons on the Mapping tab change back to their original appearance FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 When you complete the headland circuit the system will draw a straight line from the vehicle back to the start point so drive the vehicle to a position on the headland circuit where a straight line back to the start will not cut off part of the pattern Tap Close HL The new headland appears Creating a pivot From the Swath Management screen select the Pivot field pattern from the drop down list lap New Pivot The Run screen appears Drive to a point on the outermost rut of the pivot and then tap Set A Follow the pivot rut around to the end and then tap Set B The Enter Distance to Pivot Field Edge screen appears Enter the distance or the number of rows from the current path to the outside of the pivot and then tap OK The pivot appears Adjusting the outer edge radius The pivot has an outer edge radius that is used to calculate coverage area Once you create a pivot you can adjust the outer edge radius l 2 From the Run screen tap Swaths The Swath Management screen appears Select the pivot to be adjusted from the list of available pivots Note The default is the AB curve D 4 In the Outer Edge Radius window adjust or enter the value that represents the distance from the pivot center
58. Track Spacing Calibration Calibrating a hydraulically steered tracked tractor If you selected a hydraulically steered tracked tractor as the make and model Engine Speed appears on the calibration list Notes on hydraulically steered tracked vehicles e This group of vehicles includes the CAT AGCO Challenger Tracked family e Nocalibration is required if the system is installed on a CAT MT 700 800 series equipped with the ISO option This also includes John Deere tracked vehicles FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 27 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Autopilot RPM Sensor Calibration screen The Autopilot RPM Sensor Calibration screen enables you to verity that the RPM sensor output is correct r Instructions Make aure that tractor is in Park and Press the Hert button Engine RPM i tes If the Engine RPM value is not close to the actual engine RPM follow the onscreen instructions to adjust the sensor output Autopilot Hydraulic Pump Response Time Calibration screen The Autopilot Hydraulic Pump Response Time Calibration screen verifies and optimizes the response of the hydraulic steering pumps Follow the onscreen instructions to perform this procedure Autopilot Hydraulic Pump Response Time Calibration r Instructions Make certam that the tractor is mowing forward slowly Use lowest gear with high engine RPM Press Next r Right Fump r Left Pur np 5 28 FmX Integrated Displa
59. Variety Map layer to appear on the FmX display 18 20 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Diagnostics Select the Yield Monitoring tab and then tap Diagnostics The Yield Monitoring Diagnostics screen has three tabs Yield Monitor tab FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 21 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Status tab Monitoring Diagnostics 55 3154 Flea tet Spat 8 764 Hr Percent dark 2 91 Mobrhane sentor acthe Satria ribus 12 45 5 5611 Temperature 76 9 F View the sensor values Description Optical sensor Noise level Indicates how clean the optical sensor signal is This number should be less than 30 for best performance If larger values are seen check the following e Optical sensor interference e Worn paddles e Optical sensors protruding too far into the chamber e Installation in the wrong location too low on elevator The Diagnostics screen indicates if the noise level is too high Elevator speed The frequency of paddles typically 15 Hz to 20 Hz Unusually low numbers indicate the system is not seeing the paddles which would be most likely to occur when running empty The optical sensor installation should be inspected Unusually high numbers would typically be accompanied by large noise levels and would follow the same strategy for mitigation Percent dark This is the duty cycle and can be used to determine if you are close to exceeding the
60. Vehicle Controller Setup screen From the Location drop down list select the AutoSense position From the Orientation drop down list select the AutoSense orientation Tap OK to confirm selections Calibrating the steering angle sensor Perform steering sensor calibration to convert the voltage output of the steering sensor into an equivalent steering angle measurement Note Complete this calibration before you attempt to calibrate the steering deadzone or roll correction procedures Note Perform the steering sensor calibration only if a rotary potentiometer is installed on the vehicle If an AutoSense device is selected as the steering angle sensor the Steering Sensor screen does not appear M ET Up This calibration requires the vehicle to be in motion Ensure that you Perform this procedure on a hard level surface that is free of obstructions Maintain a tractor speed above 1 6 kph 1 mph Watch the Sensor Angle field for a symmetrical angle reading at the steering extremes while you manually steer the wheels to full right and full left Watch the Sensor Angle field to ensure that the angle reading is near zero while you manually steer the wheels straight ahead To run the steering sensor calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 1 Select the Steering Angle procedure from the calibration list See Autopilot calibration page 9 Autopilot Steering Sensor Calibration e inst
61. Wireless Mode drop down list select the appropriate mode and then tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 6 3 6 The GPS Receiver Enabling SecureRTK SecureRTK is a Trimble proprietary base station security feature that enables a Trimble RTK base station service provider to generate time based access codes for their supported rovers SecureRTK requires firmware version 1 59 or later on MS750 GPS receivers and firmware version 3 67 on AgRTK and AgGPS 442 base stations 1 From the Configuration screen select the GPS Receiver option and then tap Setup SecureRTK Logging Radar Output Vehicle niemal Autonomous 2 Select the SecureRTK tab SECureRTK Logging Radar Output Description 1 Expiry 3 Inthe Key field enter the base station access code provided by your base station service provider The Status and Expiry fields change to show the current status of the security feature 6 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide The GPS Receiver 6 4 Optional In the Description field enter the name of the base station 5 Tap OK If SecureRTK is enabled on the base station rovers with authorized access codes can use corrections from that base Note Rovers without a SecureRTK access code are unable to access a secure Trimble RTK base station FmX Integrated Display User Guide 6 5 6 The GPS Receiver Autoseed fast restart technology Autoseed fast restart technology greatly reduces the
62. a design plane of best fit to balance the cut and fill values to the preferred ratio 1 Inthe WM Survey tab select Boundary from the drop down list and then tap Record FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 2 Drive the vehicle around the boundary of the field the boundary is recorded with a line back to the start point The boundary must be a complete loop FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 11 9 Water Management 4 Change the Boundary setting to Interior and drive around the interior of the field gaining enough coverage to produce a height map You can change the data logging intensity in the FieldLevel II Survey Design settings Coarse 25 ft Medium 10 ft Fine 5 ft Field design Once you have completed the survey the AutoPlane button becomes available To create a design for the field tap the AutoPlane button The field points are processed and then the AutoPlane screen appears Cut Fin Ratio 120 Lomposae Slope 3 3536 Me Shope Heady 169 03 FI Soulh gt Morth Shape Weadt gt bact Slope This screen shows field information and enables you to create the design for your field The AutoPlane functionality uses the topographic survey of your field to estimate the field surface elevations 9 12 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Once completed you can establish a design either by manually editing the slopes or by using the display to calculate
63. a best fit plane The best fit calculation optimizes the height and slopes of a design plane to minimize the amount of dirt that has to be moved Once a design is completed and before you exit the AutoPlane design screen select the topographic height map or the cut fill color theme to transfer it to the Run screen with the design Options on the screen Cut Fill Ratio When you move dirt compaction or expansion can change the volume that it covers The Cut Fill Ratio is the amount of cut dirt that equals one volume of fill dirt For example the default Cut Fill Ratio is 1 20 This means you lose 20 of your cut yards to compaction when you put the cut yards back down in the fill areas Section If you set up sections when you defined the field you can select one from the list Left Right list The section to the left of the section line or the section to the right of the section line The design slope values show the angles and heading of the slope Description North gt South Slope The angle of the design slope from North to South East gt West Slope The angle of the design slope from East to West Composite Slope The true angle of fall of the design This is the angle of the slope when the two angles above are combined Slope Heading The heading direction of the slope when the two slopes are combined The icon beside each slope option shows the direction of the slope East West Slope Because this is a
64. also taper below that level before automated steering can be engaged again e Ifyou set a high level of sensitivity the system will disengage more quickly and you will have to wait longer before you can re engage e Ifyou set a low level of sensitivity the system will take longer to disengage and you will be able to re engage more quickly WARNING Incorrect adjustment of the Manual Override Sensitivity calibration setting could cause this critical safety feature to fail resulting in personal injury or damage to the vehicle Any adjustment to this setting must be made only by an authorized dealer Trimble strongly recommends that you perform this calibration only if the default sensitivity is unacceptable under all conditions Do not to choose a sensitivity setting that is either too sensitive or not sensitive enough In either case manual override may cease to function correctly On some platforms you could set the sensitivity so low that the manual override function will not detect any steering wheel motion It is vital that you avoid this FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 To configure and check the manual override 1 Select the Manual Override option from the procedure list see page 9 Autopilot Manual Override Calibration brkucilons makes the manual override less sensitive to steering wheel movement Waming This calibration adjustment should only be made by qualified personnel
65. and Section Control Flow Calibration N CAUTION Moving parts during this operation Ensure the implement is safe to operate l Tap OK Enter a value for each of the following Flow Meter Type select an option from the drop down list 10 50 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Flowmeter Calibration enter the number from the flow meter tag A MinFlow enter the required minimum flow rate for the system Use this setting to keep the control valve and flow meter above the minimum operating level Tap Run Calibration and then follow the on screen instructions If used select the connector that the pressure sensor is connected to and then enable the sensor Tap Run Calibration and then follow the on screen instructions Tap OK to return to the Configuration screen Operating in the field L 2 From the Home screen tap a From the Current Configurations screen configure the display vehicle implement settings and then tap OK From the Field Selection screen select the required client farm field event settings and then tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 51 10 Field IQ Plugin Spreader calibration Calibrating the implement lift switch l From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the Implement Lift option 2 Raise the implement and then tap Next 3 Lower the implement and then tap Next 4 Tap OK to return to the Field IQ Calibration screen Calibrating the Rawson mod
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67. cable P N 50449 to the display Secondary GPS connector RTK antenna connector Connects the RTK cable P N 62120 to the display oO CAN communication sockets A B Connect external devices to the display For example you can use these sockets to attach devices like the AgCam Serial communication sockets C D cameras System software The FmX integrated display includes the following features e Field definition and mapping e Feature mapping e Guidance to predefined field patterns 2 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 e Logging of coverage data e Variable rate control e Boom Row switching e Logging of topographic mapping data e Output of information for analysis in office based Geographic Information System GIS software e Seed Liquid Granular and Anhydrous Ammonia control e Seed monitoring Control buttons On the displays Home screen and Run screen there are three touch sensitive buttons on the right side Exit the current screen Access the Configuration screen see page 11 via the Current Configurations screen Access the Run screen see page 11 via the Configuration Selection screen Touch screen elements The following interactive features appear on the touch screen e Virtual buttons e Virtual keyboard e Virtual number pad e Drop down boxes e Slider bars e ists For more information see Slide out tabs in Status items page 10 FmX Integrated Displa
68. delay setting to compensate for this slowness and ensure that steering corrections occur at the correct point Swather When you configure the system on a swather the Swather steering delay setting is available on the Vehicle Setup screen Some swathers have steering that is slow to react after the steering wheel is turned The system uses the steering delay setting to compensate for this slowness and ensure that steering corrections occur at the correct point To improve the performance of your swather adjust the Swather steering delay setting by a small amount 0 1 seconds at a time Test the result between each adjustment After using the EZ Pilot system After you finish using the EZ Pilot system do the following e Before you leave the vehicle turn off the power to the display to turn off the EZ Pilot system e For road travel the red EZ Pilot override button must be in the off down position FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 63 5 Vehicle Guidance Options EZ Steer assisted steering system guidance The EZ Steer assisted steering system works with the FmX integrated displays internal GPS receiver to provide vehicle guidance Installing the EZ Steer controller For information on installing the EZ Steer controller in your vehicle refer to the EZ Steer Assisted Steering System Getting Started Guide and the EZ Steer Assisted Steering System Installation Instructions Connecting the EZ Steer system mX integrat
69. ditch installation The system will not allow the design profile to be any deeper than the maximum depth The maximum depth is shown on the profile as a blue line Min Slope The minimum slope for the tile or ditch installation The system will not allow the design slope to be any less than the minimum slope Outlet to The distance it takes to change the depth of the design from the Outlet Depth to the Optimal Optimal Depth The tile plow will level out over a longer distance rather than trying to achieve the depth too quickly at the start of a run Outlet Depth The depth at which the design profile will be at the outlet The Outlet Depth can either be entered or measured To measure the Outlet Depth you can drop the tile plow into the ground so that the boot is at the same height as the main or outlet Tap Measure the outlet Depth is entered automatically When you do this another point is added onto the section line providing that you are within 20m 65 ft of the end of the surveyed section line The height of the outlet is displayed on the profile in a yellow tag Smoothing Select the required smoothing level None Low Medium High to work out any humping sections in the design It is recommended that you use either Low or Medium smoothing Distance Click the design graph or enter a distance to display the Design Info Depth Elevation Slope Surface for that location Note For ditching applications the Min Depth and Optimal Dep
70. engine at full throttle FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 e Raise the implement To run the steering sensor calibration 1 Select the Steering Angle procedure from the calibration list Implement Steering Sensor Calibration Instructions steered Press Start to proceed 2 Tap Start 3 Perform the calibration The value in the Volts field is updated as the wheels are steered Calibrating the Implement Automatic Deadzone The Implement Automatic Deadzone calibration procedure runs a series of tests on the valve and steering hydraulics to determine the point at which steering movement occurs N WARNING During the Implement Automatic Deadzone calibration the system moves the wheels that steer the implement To avoid injury make sure that the area around the vehicle and implement is clear In this test the system independently opens and closes each side ofthe steering system while determining the point at which wheel movement occurs Notes on calibrating the Implement Automatic Deadzone e You must complete the Steering Angle procedure before you run this procedure See Calibrating the steering angle sensor page 14 e To ensure optimal system performance the hydraulic fluid must be at normal operating temperature when you run this procedure On some vehicles with large reservoirs it may take several hours for the fluid to reach operating level especially if
71. for fields with boundaries includes AB polylines Units are always metric in files created by the FmX integrated display The following information is stored in the boundary and ABLine attribute files C cungon ete Date the field was created YYYYMMDD Field creation time local time am pm format Version Boundary or ABLine attribute file version Area Field area Boundary area sete LONE MN pe eweg a Unless a field has a boundary the size of the field is not defined Therefore for fields without boundaries the 6 Complete in the EventHistory dbf file is always zero Note If you browse the dbf files using an Excel spreadsheet date fields may appear in a different format depending on your local settings FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 11 23 Data Management Coverage logging data Coverage logging files are created when any application coverage is recorded For each coverage polygon the following information is saved to the coverage logging file Column Field description Coverage attribute file version GPS_Status Numeric GPS status value Status_Txt GPS status description The current swath number when coverage was recorded Height Height in meters Track logging files Track logging files are created whenever the event is opened See Track logging files page 7 At each point a number of attributes are recorded The units stored in the track attribute file Track3D_ lt date tim
72. from the implement tap Hybrid Setup See Logging varieties page 28 9 Tap OK to enter the Run screen Once you create the field select a swath pattern to use while you drive the field See Selecting a swath pattern page 13 Creating a client 1 Tap New beside the Client list and then use the virtual keyboard to enter a client name 2 Repeat this process to create a farm field and event and record keeping Event Attributes if required Note You can also enter Client Farm Field and Event information using the Data Dictionary Data Dictionary page 26 Additional settings Limit Field Selection Filter When opening existing fields the FmX integrated display can limit the number of fields displayed based on a pre defined distance from the current GPS position For more information on configuring the filter see Enabling the Limit Field Selection filter page 29 Adding record keeping information To add the following categories tap Event Attributes Rem Beseripton OOO The name of the vehicle operator Operator EPA The vehicle operator s EPA license number for spreading restricted use or state restricted pesticides or herbicides Harvest Year The year that the crop is going to be harvested The country or region where the farm is located 3 4 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Vehicle Implement Application Method Wind speed Wind gust speed Wind direction Sky conditions Soil conditions
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74. information tap A at the top right of the display The Home screen shows e Display firmware information e Autopilot controller information e GPS receiver and correction method information Vehicle make and model USB memory stick information To view information about the USB memory stick that is in the display select the System option and then tap Diagnostics on the Configuration screen The card information tab appears on the System Diagnostics screen Viewing vehicle diagnostic information From the Configuration screen select the Autopilot option and then tap Diagnostics The Vehicle Controller Setup Guidance screen appears There are five parts to the Vehicle Diagnostics menu e Guidance screen e Steering screen e Details screen e Fault log screen e View warning screen FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 25 7 25 Troubleshooting Vehicle Diagnostics Guidance screen Vehic MM esee A graph of offline distance over time It is useful for diagnosing problems with the vehicle coming online and staying online wi qeeseescswwobEede m 07 A numeric value of the offline distance 9 Virtual lightbar Visual representation of offline distance Heading The current vehicle heading calculated by the system e e e Speed The current vehicle speed calculated by the system 1PPS Shows whether the 1PPS signal from a GPS receiver is detected A slider for adjusting the Agg
75. input To connect a device to the FmX integrated display connect the Variable Rate Control cable P N 67091 to the port D connector on the display The other end of the Variable Rate Control cable connects to a serial connector Note An additional adaptor may be required depending on the pin out for the serial device 16 2 FmXIntegrated Display User Guide Serial Data Input Plugin 16 Configuring serial data input 1 Install the Serial Data Input plugin See Adding or removing a plugin page 4 2 On the Configuration screen select the Serial Data Input plugin and then tap Setup Serial Data Input 9600 3 Inthe Port list select the port that the device is connected to It is usually P5 Serial I O Configuration settings for that port appear on the right of the screen 4 Setthefollowing to the values at which the sensor outputs data Baud rate Parity Data bits Stop bits 5 The Prefix and Suffix fields are the start and end points of the data you want to collect To log data from the start of the line leave the Prefix field empty To drop introductory characters enter them in the Prefix field For example if you receive data that begins GPGGA enter 24GP in the Prefix field The logged data will begin GGA Note 24 is the ASCII code for FmX Integrated Display User Guide 16 3 16 Serial Data Input Plugin To log to the end of the line keep the default Suffix field
76. lifted automatically resets the rows at the end of the row when the head is raised above the logging height e Never disables Autocut Rows must be controlled manually Crop Overlap When more than one crop variety is detected in the head the system will stop accumulating variety statistics Use this setting to adjust the percentage of crop overlap that is allowed before the system stops accumulating variety statistics Select a value between 1 and 25 For best results the recommended setting is 10 Crop tab Yield Monitoring Setup Setup Operation r p Map Legend Standard Bushy Weight Storage Moisture Moisture Upper Limit Enter information about the crop you are monitoring EE el Select the crop that is currently being harvested Select the unit of measure for the crop type e Bushels acre e Lbs acre e Tons acre e Hundred Weight acre Note When this is selected the Bushel Weight field is automatically set to 100 Ibs e Bushels hectare e Kgs hectare e Tonnes hectare Bushel Weight The weight of a single bushel of crop Storage Moisture Set the cutoff point between a wet crop and a dry crop Set these values depending on what you want the map to look like 18 14 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Map Legend tab Yield Monitoring Setup Enter information about the yield and moisture values that appear in the Yield Monitoring Run screen
77. mith Farms He adawhraak Unuth Field Planting Qu Q L3 yere ics raiders fp 3 X M9 E Agdrens bs Acts Plata meth Farms Me adenbrnnk auth Geld lant Ed Desktop EH i My Documents 3 My Computer H Se Local Gick C g ub DVO RW Dive D H B saDskImageMate E El C3 AgGPS C AB Lines E C Autop ot Fl no Data TaskData folder x a rita sho T Cover age shix S TradcD 2005 08 1701 21 36 557 dbf Trad _ 2005 08 17 01 21 36 557 5hp mi Traces JDO5S 085 1701 d 3 667 shy mi Trade 2005 08 1201 21 35 557 Y Track3D 2006 06 1701 22 20 199 dbf B Track30_2006 08 17 01_22_20_199 chp fol Track30_2006 06 17 01_22_20_199 chx Tl Track30_2006 08 17 01_22 20 199 tx xJTrack3D 2005408 17 12 48 O0 786 dbl B Track3D 2006 08 17 12 49 00 786 4 d Track7D 2005 08 17 12 48 00 785 shu m Track 2006 08 17 12 458 00 786 trx See The TaskData directory contains yield data collected in the 15011783 BIN format which is read by Farm Works and other precision Agriculture software titles FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 Files on the USB memory stick Field boundary and AB Line files There is one set of boundary and AB Line shapefiles for each field called e Boundary e Swaths Information stored in the Boundary shp file for fields with boundaries includes a boundary polygon Fields without boundaries do not contain a boundary file Information stored in the Swaths shp file
78. mounted separately from the display in another part of the vehicles cab using the supplied suction cup mount The lights on the external lightbar replicate the operation of the lights on the displays virtual lightbar For more information on installing and configuring the LB25 external lightbar see Chapter 21 LB25 External Lightbar FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 19 2 Display Overview 2 20 FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Getting Started In this chapter This chapter explains the basic usage and concepts of the FmX integrated display Introduction to field features Starting a field Closing a field The Run screen layout Introduction to coverage logging Prescriptions FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 1 3 Getting Started Introduction to field features 3 2 You can place field features in the field to define points of interest or areas to avoid There are three types of field feature Configure field features that you will want to add to your fields and then assign up to four of them to buttons These buttons appear on the Mapping tab on the Run screen You can then use the buttons to add field features to your map while driving ian oe ORDEI Feature button set up to represent a rock Feature button set up to represent a fence oe Feature button set up to represent an hole e Feature button set up to represent an area Note For more informatio
79. negative slope it drops from East to West The Stats table at the top left of the screen shows field information Rem pemn OO The volume of dirt that must be cut for the current design The volume of dirt that must be added for the current design Note If the Cut and Fill values are the same you will only be moving dirt The volumes will balance out The system includes the Cut Fill Ratio when configuring these amounts The area of the field inside the boundary FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 13 9 Water Management The image of the field on the left of the screen can show one of two things e When the Height button is selected the image shows the topographical height of the field AY e When the Cut Fill button is selected the image shows where dirt needs to be removed and where it needs to be added Areas that require dirt to be cut are shaded red Areas that require dirt to be filled are shaded blue Neutral areas that do not need adjusting are shaded green Creating a design To create a design for the optimum slope for your field that requires the minimum amount of dirt to be moved Enter the Cut Fill Ratio 9 14 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 2 In the Section list do one of the following Select the section to level Select None to level the whole field 3 Tap Best Fit The system uses the interior points that you collected to calculate the opt
80. not coverage itself Note Coverage switching will not create large numbers of short Freeform sections Loading a line To load a line that you previously created in this field 1 From the Run screen tap the Swaths button The Swath Management screen appears 2 Do one of the following To load a straight section select the appropriate section from the list on the left of the screen Toload a FreeForm curve select a curve from the list on the left of the screen The system loads the closest line to you 3 Tap Load The Run screen appears with the line loaded FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 21 3 Getting Started 3 22 If you try to load a line that is over 100 km 63 miles away the following message appears Your current position is too far from the field to work in it Adding an access path An access path is a space between your guidance lines They can be useful if there is road or other field feature that breaks the consistent flow of swaths through the middle of your field You can add access paths on a straight or curved pattern but not headlands or pivots I79O000000000000000 aS ES FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 Specify the location and width of the access path when you create the line 1 From the Swath Management screen tap Access Paths Access Path Setup 2 Enter a value in the Swaths between access paths field This
81. of the field 1 From the Feature Mapping screen tap one of the Selected Features buttons The Select Feature screen appears 2 From the feature drop down list select Area and then tap New FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 23 4 Display Setup 3 From the list of features select Boundary and then tap Edit 4 Set one or more of the following the attributes for the boundary features Attribute Deseripion O OOOO a custom name that appears on the Feature Mapping tab sets the color of the boundary outline and also the infill color if selected Draw as set to either Productive or Non productive Trigger Warning sets a visual and audible warning when entering or leaving the boundary edge Remote Output when enabled this feature restricts remote output pulses from being triggered while outside the boundary Expand By Sets how the boundary is actually recorded See the following Nothing Maps the boundary exactly at the recorded position image Y Swath Width Expands the recorded boundary location by 2 the swath width after the boundary is closed 1 Swath Width Expands the recorded boundary location by 1 additional swath width after the boundary is closed 4 24 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 Tap OK The Select Feature screen appears 5 6 Tap OK The Feature Mapping screen appears 7 Tap OK The Display Setup screen appears 8 Tap OK Recording a line feature w
82. ofthe vehicle not on the A to B orientation of the line For example if you select Left the line shifts left of the operators perspective Note The Skip position is temporary it is not saved to the line permanently To save a line adjustment use the Shift feature See Shifting a swath page 24 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 25 3 Getting Started Placing field features on screen For a description of field features and how to configure the field feature buttons see Feature mapping page 20 For instructions on how to create a separate boundary file that can be used to calculate area and control automatic section switching at the edge of the field see Activating field boundaries page 23 To add a field feature to the map 1 Select the Mapping tab on the Run screen The features that you defined appear on the tab 2 Begin to drive the field 3 When you reach the point where you want to add a feature tap the appropriate feature button zx If the feature is a Point Feature the feature is added Ifthe feature is a Line Feature or an Area Feature the feature will begin Area and Line features continue until you tap the button a second time Note You can add a Point feature while adding a Line or Area feature For example use a Line feature to draw an overhead telephone wire and simultaneously use a Point feature to add the telephone poles 3 26 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guid
83. on the right hand side of the screen This allows you to check some of the settings without the need of viewing the material You can do any of the following add and set up a new material This opens the Material Details screen which contains the following tabs e Material tab page 19 e Alarm tab page 20 e Operation tab page 21 e Coefficient tab page 22 Edit view or edit the details of an existing material delete an existing material A message appears prompting you to tap Remove to remove the material or Cancel to return to the Material Setup screen 10 18 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Material tab Enter information about the material you want to set up the fields that appear depend on the selected material type When you have completed the entries tap Next Manual Rate Increment Minimum Rate Maximum Rate Setting Material Type Select the type of material being applied Row Crop Seed Liquid Granular Seed Granular Fertilizer e Anhydrous Material Name Use the virtual keyboard to enter a name for the material Material Units Select the units to use with the selected material Seeds per pound Select the number of seeds per pound Target Rate 1 This setting controls the volume that the implement supplies when the Rate switch is in position 1 Target Rate 2 This setting controls the volume that the implement supplies when the Rate switch is in position
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85. page 6 Step 2 Configuring the leveling model Install the FieldLevel II plugin for more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 17 9 Water Management 9 18 l From the Configuration screen select the FieldLevel II plugin and then tap Setup FieldLevel I Settings Blade Settings Relative Heights Valve Setup Height Filter 2 Select the leveling model from the drop down list Point and Slope Creates consistently sloped tile or surface drainage From the starting point the vehicle levels at a constant slope regardless of its direction See Slope adjust for Point and Slope leveling page 19 Flat Plane laser Levels the field to a design plane The plane can be configured in the onboard software using benchmarks and slopes or by creating a plane of best fit over a surveyed surface Autoslope It uses a high accuracy GPS receiver mounted on the leveling implement However the design heights are corrected to a plane surface to match your old laser leveled fields See Configuring settings for all leveling models page 19 Flat Plane GPS Levels the field to a design plane The plane can be configured in the software using benchmarks and slopes or by creating a plane of best fit over a surveyed surface Autoslope It uses a high accuracy GPS receiver mounted on the leveling implement See Configuring settings for all leveling models page 19 Multiplane d
86. phase Automated Deadzone error messages If a calibration cycle is unable to complete successfully one of the following error messages appears Message Error Manual Override Manual override was detected before the calibration cycle could be Detected completed Retry Error Vehicle Moving Too The vehicle was moving too slowly for the calibration cycle to Slow successfully finish Make sure the vehicle is moving at least 0 8 kph 0 5 mph during each calibration cycle Error Steering Close To Before the calibration cycle could be completed the measured steering End Stops angle approached the end stops Retry and if the problem persists instead of centering the steering at the start of each cycle try turning the steering in the opposite direction to that which is being tested so that the calibration procedure has a greater range to test over Error Valve Connectors The calibration test sensed the steering turning in the opposite Could Be Swapped direction to what was expected Retry and if the problem persists either the valve connectors have been accidentally swapped or the steering sensor calibration was performed incorrectly Error No GPS A GPS receiver must be connected and outputting positions before the software can run the calibration procedure Error No Steering During the calibration cycle insufficient movement was sensed for the Response Detected calibration to complete If the problem persists the hydraul
87. program more buttons as required 8 When completed tap OK Note You can configure the EZ Remote control joystick while operating in a field From the Run screen tap the Configure button st and then follow the steps above Note The functions available to assign to each button depend on which plugins are activated on the FmX integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 20 5 20 EZRemote Joystick 20 6 FmXlIntegrated Display User Guide CHAPTER LB25 External Lightbar In this chapter This chapter describes how to configure the LB25 external lightbar to operate with the FmX B Configuring the lightbar integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 21 1 21 LB25 External Lightbar Configuring the lightbar 21 2 1 2 o 4 5 Connect the LB25 lightbar to port B on the rear of the FmX integrated display From the Home screen tap Pa In the Current Configurations screen tap Configure Select the System option and then tap Setup From the Display Setup screen select Lightbar and then tap Setup In the Light Bars Configuration screen the virtual lightbar from the FmX integrated display is shown along with any detected external lightbars Light Bars Configuration T i il le a J et aa saj iwe lightbar s found FmX Integrated Display User Guide LB25 External Lightbar 21 6 Select an external lightbar and then tap Setup 7 Enter the required settings and then tap OK
88. raw voltage and scaled degrees per second of each of the system s gyroscopes 25 10 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting 25 Autopilot Faults screen The Autopilot Faults screen lists all faults on the Autopilot controller Autopilot Faults Two separate lists show e Any faults that are currently active e A history of faults that have occurred View Warning screen When you are viewing the vehicle diagnostics screens the View Warning button flashes red if there is an active warning on the display To view any active warnings tap the button FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 25 11 25 Troubleshooting GPS Status screen The GPS Status screen provides information on the current GPS data from the GPS receiver Use this screen to check that the GPS receiver is outputting the expected data e From the Configuration screen select the Autopilot GPS Receiver option and then tap Diagnostics Autopilot GPS Status This screen shows Your current GPS position The number of satellites GPS quality The Autopilot system and receiver version numbers 25 12 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting 25 Screen snaps To save images in the FmX integrated display tap the button on the right of the screen that matches the current screen For example to create a screen snap of the Run screen l Tap A The Run screen appears 2 Tap a again The screen sn
89. register Upon registration you may select the newsletter upgrade or new product information you desire Notices This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 ofthe FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits TRIMBLE is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Responsible Party T
90. rocker switch see Engaging the EZ Pilot system using an external foot or rocker switch page 56 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 55 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Engaging the EZ Pilot system using an external foot or rocker switch To Remote Engage Switch To vehicle battery Item Description P N 1 Antenna 77038 00 2 Antenna cable 50449 SAM 200 steering motor 83382 xx o IMD 600 to SAM 200 to CAN power cable 76351 O IMD 600 unit 83390 xx Q Sonalert device 43104 Q Display to Sonalert cable 84668 8 CAN terminator 59783 5 56 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Display to Field IQ cable 75834 Item D Basic power cable 67528 D FmX integrated display 93100 xx 12 Display power cable 66694 To install a foot or rocker switch 1 Locate the foot or momentary rocker switch and the remote engage adapter cable P N 88506 included with the foot switch kit P N 78150 00 or purchased separately 2 Remove the wedge from the receptacle 3 pin Deutsch DTM 3 Do one of the following For a foot switch hold the receptacle with the lock facing upward with the black wire on the right hand side the white wire in the middle and the green wire on the left hand side FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 57 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Note If you purchased P N 78150 the correct connector is already attached For a rocker switch insert the wires into
91. source and subscription information e The selected vehicle make and model Note If you connect two Autopilot NavController II controllers the Home screen shows a summary of both controllers 2 10 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 Configuration screen The Configuration screen enables you to create edit and save various editable system settings and add or remove system options For more information on using the Configuration screen see Accessing the system configuration settings page 2 Note Some configuration settings are unavailable when a field is open in the Run screen To access these settings return to the Run screen and then tap the Home button When prompted to close the field tap Yes Run screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 11 2 Display Overview The Run screen shows the steering navigation If you select the Run screen and you have a field open the display shows that field If you select the Run screen when there is no field open the Field Selection screen appears Run screen view modes The FmX integrated display screen has two views for representing vehicle guidance on the Run screen e Overhead view Shows a birds eye view of the field with the vehicle in it e Trailing view Shows a three dimensional representation of the field from the driver s perspective I2ooooooQ Description Main view in this example overhe
92. status of the master Automatic Manual section control switch on the master switch box When the Automatic Manual section control switch is in the Automatic position e Ifthe section switch is in the on up position the section s assigned to it are commanded automatically by the FmX integrated display e Ifthe section switch is in the off down position the section s assigned to it are commanded to be off When the Automatic Manual section control switch is in the Manual position e Ifthe section switch is in the on up position the section s assigned to it are commanded to be on This overrides the FmX integrated display and coverage logging is ignored e fthe section switch is in the off down position the section s assigned to it are commanded to be off This overrides the FmX integrated display and coverage logging is ignored The LED has the following status indicators e Green The unit is powered and is communicating with the FmX integrated display e Yellow The unit is initializing communications with the FmX integrated display e Red The unit is powered but not communicating with the FmX integrated display Field IQ Run screen The Field IQ Run screen has three pages e Page 1 shows current information about an event and allows you to manipulate the materials and sections e Page2 shows additional information on the current event e Page 3 shows row details Click the arrow key to move between the pages
93. swath line feature or FreeForm curve To use the Guide to tabs 2 Tap the Swaths button The Swath Management screen appears From the Guide to tabs select one of the following 6waths for guidance along a swath Line Features for guidance along a line feature FreeForm for FreeForm curves If you selected Swaths select the appropriate swath from the list on the left and then tap Load Line Features guidance automatically occurs on the nearest feature Tap Load The list shows the types and numbers of line features in the current field FreeForm select the appropriate FreeForm curve and then tap Load The Run screen appears The next time that you engage automated steering you are guided along the swath line feature or FreeForm curve Using Skip to fine tune navigation The software uses the original swath that you drove to automatically generate the position of the other swaths Occasionally these new on screen swaths do not perfectly reflect where your swaths are For example you may need to skip to the other side of a road To correct the spacing of the automatically generated swaths in a field use the Skip function After the swaths are generated l 2 From the Run screen tap Skip Enter the Skip distance and then tap OK The guidance line moves the required amount The default distance displayed in the edit box reflects your current position The shift occurs based on the direction
94. system 1 From the Field IQ Calibration screen tap Hydraulic Test N CAUTION Moving parts during this operation Ensure the implement is safe to operate 2 Tap Next 3 Enter the initial motor RPM The default setting is 300 Trimble also recommends that you test the motor RPM at 100 to ensure that the drive runs smoothly at slow speeds 4 Tap Start 10 40 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 5 The next screen provides the status of each motor Field IQ Hydraulic Test No Error The test was successful Motor Stalled The motors did not have sufficient oil flow ensure the correct orifice size is installed for each motor For more information refer to the Rawson System Installation Instructions Disconnected The Rawson Control Module cannot communicate with the motor 6 Tap Stop to return to the Field IQ Calibration screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 41 10 Field IQ Plugin Calibrating the PWM valves Drive Calibration From the Field IQ Calibration screen select Drive Calibration The Field IQ Drive Calibration screen has four tabs Drive Limits Enter the minimum and maximum flow values Field IQ Drive Calibration 10 42 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Auto Tuning N WARNING Moving parts during this operation Ensure that the implement is safe to operate Follow the on screen instructions to auto tune the system Field IQ Driv
95. system is not currently installed in your vehicle consult your local reseller 1 Connect one end of the Autopilot harness to the vehicle 2 Connect the Autopilot to FmX cable to port C of the FmX integrated display 3 Connect the implement switch if required FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 17 2 Display Overview Inserting a memory stick into the USB socket The USB socket is on the rear of the display A N CAUTION Do not remove the USB memory stick from the socket while the display is writing to or from the device This will corrupt the data CAUTION If required only use a USB hub that has an external power option connecting multiple USB devices to the display without this could damage the USB port To insert the USB memory stick 1 Rotate the display so you that can see the back of it 2 Insert the USB memory stick into the USB socket To remove the USB memory stick 1 Rotate the display so that you can see the back of it 2 Pull the USB memory stick out of the USB socket The display automatically detects when a memory stick is inserted or removed 2 18 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 External lightbar s The FmX integrated display also supports one or more LB25 external lightbars Purchased separately from the display the LB25 lightbar can be mounted directly on the display horizontally Q or vertically using the hardware that is supplied with the lightbar or
96. text or Hex code depending on which button you select Tap ASCII to view incoming data from the NMEA data string The Hex code is for engineering use only The data appears only when tap Capture A virtual LED on the Capture button flashes to show that data is being sent or received on that serial port To view the data tap ASCII or Hex and then tap Capture Approximately five seconds of serial data is captured and then appears on the screen You can review the data or capture another snapshot Note Data shown in green is incoming data data shown in red is outgoing data FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 25 5 25 Troubleshooting Restoring default settings You can reset the display to its default values This can be useful if e you made changes to the display settings the results are poor but you cannot determine which setting was the cause e you move the display from one vehicle to another Note If you restore the defaults the Autopilot vehicle setup information is not reset To restore the default settings l Fromthe Configuration screen select the System option and then tap Setup The Display Setup screen appears 2 Tap Default A confirmation screen appears 3 Tap Yes The default settings are restored 25 6 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting 25 Viewing FmX integrated display diagnostic information Display configuration information To view display configuration
97. the Steering Settings setup screen 5 62 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Vehicle specific performance Before you use the EZ Pilot system it is recommended that you consider the following vehicle specific performance suggestions Vehicle type Performance hint 2WD tractor For an EZ Pilot system installed on tractors that have SuperSteer for example New Holland TG If the tractor has a SuperSteer front axle for best performance Reduce the Online Aggressiveness value Line up close to the swath and make certain that the front wheels are straight before engaging the EZ Pilot system To get smoother performance when the vehicle is pulling an implement over tilled ground enable the Diff Lock This prevents the machine from pulling sharply to the left or right If you are calibrating on a hard surface turn off Diff Lock AWD tractor The EZ Pilot system can be installed on Case IH STX tractors with Accusteer For optimal performance disable Accusteer using the switch in the cab if possible Sprayer It is common for these vehicles to have slow steering To compensate for this use high aggressiveness If you experience large slow oscillations increase the aggressiveness When you configure the system on a sprayer the Sprayer steering delay setting is available on the Vehicle Setup screen Some sprayers have steering that is slow to react after you turn the steering wheel The system uses the steering
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99. the front back offset 29 999 3993 x Roe x99 Med tou ne He P owed 15 6 Calibrating the front backoffset 22e 15 6 Setane CHO lead EINIGE a3 23 9 9 578 e eoe oe eee he oue ope ehh ee eee oe ees 15 7 Operating in the field 444s ooo oO Ge eh eR ESE ES EEE TEENS eo eS OH 15 9 Farm Works SOTDWO OL vu ro 1s diana deter acd 9 3 3 2 oe ETRE OS eo eee deed 15 10 Serial Data Input Plugin lel 16 1 Connecting serial data input eius aoc e bree R EROR RU ode 0 eh OSG RC BO 16 2 Configuring serial data input uut Roo 64 9S RC SOR Po opo HL PRO 4S G4 RS ER 16 3 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 Contents 17 18 19 14 Productivity Monitoring Plugin 1 2 ee lll 17 1 liii nto Pr Bee eae eee he eee RN oooh e ee G a eG 17 2 Configuring the Productivity Monitoring plugin een 17 3 Soci sc aauweeateutb ha taecere gee add E E he ee ee ee es 17 5 Yield Monitoring Plugin 2 lle 18 1 Getting the most out of the Trimble Yield Monitoring system 18 2 lis cul ipto cn bee ae oe eee ee ee eee ees eee eee ee 18 2 leslie DP 18 2 IJ eco e sararae ereak D 18 3 Piteh RollealbDration 4 a s4oe ee eek Gee ok ee eee eee nopads ones 18 3 lin lg a aah ede eae eee eee ee wey eee baa a ee ee eee ea ee 18 4 Boc peewee he kee eee Ah eee ee Ae ee Ae E 18 4 boni C TTTITITTTT 18 5 Auto WICH detection ope a EE EETSIStTOTTTTE eee ood eee eee ee ease 18 6 Operating the Yield Monitoring plug
100. the installed IMD 600 slope sensor that is used for IMD 600 pitch and roll corrections It is recommended that the IMD 600 be installed parallel to the bottom of the boot Refer to the FmX Cabling Guide for cable layout If the serial number does not appear in the list make sure that the cabling is connected to port C or port D on the FmX display Click Measurements to select the appropriate settings see below Slope Transition Distance required to transition the plow to a different slope increment If Distance you are using the Height or Pitch or Height and Pitch control type set this measurement to twice the length of the boot Tip If you are on particularly rough ground you can increase this distance to three or four times the boot length for smoother operation of the pitch cylinder If you want the plow to follow the ground contours more closely reduce this distance to the boot length or less than the boot length In the Tile Plow Measurements screen Height or Pitch and Height and Pitch control types set the following Tile Plow Measurements IMD 600 Label Faces Haripenbal Vertical Pitch Offset Roll Correction Cancel i M MOO Label Faces The direction Up Down Left Right the IMD 600 label faces relative to the direction the plow travels during installation Connector Faces The direction Left Right Forward Back the installed IMD 600 connector faces relative to the direction the plow
101. the passes are as long as possible Keep the combine speed constant during the entire run e Collect loads that are as large as is practical without sacrificing consistency e Collect as many different calibration loads as possible with each load at a different flow rate To accomplish this you can run the system at different speeds or harvest partial header widths e Ifyou still have significant errors in the calibrations check the noise level during harvesting If this figure is above 3096 check for interference with the optical sensors or opportunities for excessive vibration If your paddles are very worn they may need to be replaced Pitch Roll calibration The Trimble Yield Monitoring system corrects for the pitch and roll of the combine To benefit from this feature e Perform the pitch roll calibration as described in the owner s manual e The system has correction parameters for each tilt direction that you can adjust to improve performance Use the following table when you decide how to adjust these parameters Note The pitch sensitivity adjustment depends on whether your sensor is mounted in front of or behind the center of the paddle Tilt angle Yield reading too high Yield reading too low Left roll DEBERE Increase left roll sensitivity Decrease left roll sensitivity Right roll roll Rightroll Increase right roll cll Mi Decrease right roll diio a e To start adjust the sensitivity numbers in incr
102. the same way as the single receiver FieldLevel height indicators See Blade position indicators page 24 Auto buttons With a tandem dual configuration the Autopilot Engage button is replaced with two FieldLevel Auto buttons e With a tandem configuration the P Auto button controls the automatics of the primary front implement and the S Auto gosse adore button controls the automatics of the secondary rear a implement e With a dual configuration the P Auto button controls the automatics on the primary left side of the implement and the S Auto button controls the automatics on the secondary right side of the implement Note To control both sides of the implement simultaneously when using a dual configuration you must tap both buttons Note With the addition of an external GPS receiver you can use the Autopilot system with tandem and dual systems An Engage button appears next to the P Auto and S Auto buttons FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 43 9 Water Management The FieldLevel Il tab dual mode The standard FieldLevel II tab in dual mode has a single set of up and down buttons These buttons control the height of the whole implement Use them to raise or lower both sides of the implement simultaneously For example if the blade is on an angle and you raise it with the up arrow on the standard FieldLevel II plugin the blade remains at the original angle The Tandem Dual tab
103. they will control Drive Setup When you tap Drive Setup a screen appears with the following tabs e Valve Setup e Feedback Setup e Advanced The tabs are explained in more detail on the following pages 10 32 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Drive Setup Valve Setup tab Rate and Section Controller Valve Calibration Ex DSi aa Valve Type Servo 2 wire standard servo valve Fast Servo 4 wire servo valve PWM 2 wire PWM valve commonly used to control hydraulic flow Pump Servo Linear Actuator Electric over Hydraulic Hardi Bypass Plumbing Inline Valve is in the solution line going to the boom The valve opens to increase the application rate Bypass Valve is in the return to tank line The valve closes to increase the application rate Valve Behavior On Sections Close When all sections ar off the control valve returns to the closed position Closed Lock in Last Position When all sections are off the control valve remains in the last position This setting allows the system to return to the target rate faster Auxiliary Valve Master Valve closes when the system is turned off CUT pump Vane opens to dum tote ne uen essen s tured oft Pump Disarming Switch Enable Select this option if you have a pump disarming switch installed m Disable Select this option if you do not have a pump disarming switch installed FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 33 10 Field IQ Plugin Feedback Se
104. time needed for OmniSTAR HP XP VBS convergence Once the OmniSTAR signal has initially converged you can turn off the receiver When you turn the receiver on again accuracy levels will be similar to those experienced before shutdown To benefit from Autoseed technology e you must use OmniSTAR HP or XP corrections e shut down the receiver e donot move the vehicle before you turn on the receiver again e the GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky Note Vehicle movement will result in unsatisfactory performance including longer convergence times and positional offsets To enable the Autoseed technology 1 Onthe Configuration screen select the GPS Receiver option and then tap Setup The GPS Receiver Settings screen appears 2 Inthe Corrections drop down list select either OmniSTAR HP XP or OmniSTAR HP XP VBS The Autoseed button becomes available 3 Select Autoseed and then tap OK 6 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide The GPS Receiver 6 Configuring a GPS receiver with the AgRemote software The FmX integrated display has a virtual AgRemote interface for manually adjusting GPS receiver settings This is recommended for advanced users only To access the virtual AgRemote interface l From the Configuration screen select the GPS Receiver option and then tap Diagnostics The GPS Status screen appears 2 Tap AgRemote The virtual AgRemote interface appears For more information on the correct use of th
105. to any existing A B line allowing you to use manual guidance for surveying in section lines to be tiled at a constant spacing 9 58 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 When driving in Autoslope mode the WM Drain tab appears as follows Go to the Survey Work pane where you can survey the section line you will design Go to the Design Work pane where you can select a section line and then edit the design Note A white cross is displayed on the run screen showing both horizontal and vertical location See screenshot below table The options are e Autoslope Creates sloped tile or surface drainage targeting the optimal depth defined on the Design tab e Slope Creates consistently sloped tile or surface drainage From the starting point the vehicle levels at a constant slope regardless of direction The options are e Pipe Type Select the type of pipe you will install e Pipe Size Select the pipe size you will install Recalc When the tile plow encounters a rock pull the boot up over the rock then press Recalc This will modify the design to ensure that the rest of the tile run stays within the minimum slope requirement preventing the pipe from diving down to the original design grade Note This feature works only when installing tile in the direction away from the outlet point Height Offset Raise the tile boot or blade by the Blade Step amount Increase Height Offset Lower the tile boot o
106. until you have re benched Use this setting if you are using a different base station setup between work sessions If you have a permanent base station setup that is never moved then it is OK to not force a rebench X X Tip To view relative offset values on the Run screen set the offsets as status text items on the slide out tab Configuring the Valve Setup for all leveling models When you select the Valve Setup tab on the FieldLevel II Setup screen the following items are available Description Valve Module Lists the type of valve module that is detected Valve Type Select the Valve Type field and then select the type of valve that is connected Valve inverted Leave this field as Not Inverted unless the tank and pressure hoses have been installed incorrectly on the valve If this is the case select Inverted to eliminate the need to reverse the hoses Configuring the Height Filter for all leveling models When you select the Height Filter tab on the FieldLevel II Setup screen the following items are available in the Filter Type list Description This setting this is the raw GPS data used for height is recommended Average The height will be averaged using the number of positions selected This will smooth spikes in height readings but will introduce a latency into the controls Jump detect This will filter out some jumps in the height readings When selected the following values must be entered Threshol
107. weg Ree X ded 25 14 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Introduction This manual describes how to install configure and use the available plugins for the Trimble FmX integrated display version 6 6 Even if you have used other Global Positioning System GPS products before we recommend that you spend some time reading this manual to learn about the special features of this product If you are not familiar with GPS visit the Trimble website www trimble com for an interactive look at Trimble and GPS About the product The Trimble FmX integrated display which consists of both software and hardware is an easy to use advanced field management system The software runs on a 30 cm 12 touch sensitive color LCD screen The FmX integrated display is the highest level display for agricultural purposes by Trimble The display is compatible with the Autopilot automated steering system For several years the Autopilot system has been the most accurate system for agricultural guidance by Trimble Now with the FmX integrated display that same accuracy can be controlled with a touch screen interface to provide easy precise and reliable steering With the additions to the software in version 6 6 you can use the FmX integrated display to perform many other functions including implement guidance or field leveling CHAPTER Using this manual The FmX integrated display uses segments of product functionality call
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109. will affect the current calibration The average moisture will be reset to the manually Manual moisture will cause the average to be reset entered moisture setting Do you want to reset average moisture and Requesting confirmation when setting manual recalculate dry yield moisture Closing this field will cause your current load being The user has chosen to close the field before ending recorded to be automatically finished the load was used for calibration Try again later Would you like to clean out the moisture sensor The display offers to clean out the Trimble moisture sensor when shutting down Would you like to begin a new load The Test Weight User tapped the New Load button and New End for the new load is XXXXX Load Confirmation is enabled in setup What would you like to do End Load ends the User tapped the End Load button and New End Load current Load Cancel continue with the current Load Confirmation is enabled in setup New Load closes this Load and starts another Load This operation will delete one or more loads that were User is deleting a client farm field or event that used in the most recent yield or moisture calibration contains one or more loads that were used in the These loads will not be available for use in any future current calibration recalibration CLAAS YIELD MONITOR WARNING Uninitialized Error in communication with Claas yield monitor CLAAS YIELD MONITOR WARNING Cannot config
110. 0 0 Material Session Area 1 31 a Event Area 1 31 a Distance z09 B SW Swath Name Headland 3 HeadLands 4 Accesspaths Off Speed 5 36 mph FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 13 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 14 Creating guidance lines Guidance lines with the exception of adaptive curves and free form lines that are not supported by Vehicle Sync are created as normal All guidance lines are automatically pooled including lines that vehicles possessed prior to linking If guidance lines have the same name prior to linking for example if both vehicles have a line called AB line 1 Vehicle Sync reviews the lines to determine whether they are the same or different e fthey are exactly the same they are not duplicated e Ifthere is a difference the lines are pooled and labeled with the tractor from which they have come for example for both Tractor A and Tractor B AB line 1 will be relabelled in all guidance line pools as AB Line 1 Tractor A and AB Line 1 Tractor B To avoid any confusion it is recommended that you take care in naming guidance lines Note Vehicle Sync will not shift lines to account for different implement widths The actual line is transferred If you are performing an operation in which all vehicles two or more have the same swath width and use the same guidance line the line on which the other vehicle is engaged becomes dotted as shown f
111. 0 65 10 Field IQ Plugin Using the Diagnostics tab l Select the Field IQ plugin tab and then tap Diagnostics The following screen appears Field IQ Diagnostics 2 To enable the sections tap the numbered section tabs above each of the section icons 3 The Operations tab displays the current status of J Control Mode Auto or Manual Rate Switch Mode Manual Rate 1 or Rate 2 Master Switch Off On or Jump Start This screen also enables you to manually enter values for Tank Level Enter a new value or select Refill Tank Target Rate The required rate for the rate switch Decrease or increase Speed Decrease or increase Switches If you are using the optional Field IQ individual section switch box this screen indicates which switches have been assigned to each section To test this flip each switch in the section switch box The section it is assigned to appears gray J View Error Log Shows all the errors that have occurred since the error log was cleared Section Test The system begins a sequence of engaging each section and groups of sections 10 66 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 4 Operate the sprayer and check the value shown for the Applied Rate If necessary adjust the Aggressiveness setting to achieve the desired rate Operations Hardware Sengor MOTE HOO ALI Tank Level 423 43 gal Ref Tank Rate Switch Made Rate 2 EN EN ER Current Flow
112. 0 mph UNE EUM FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 59 10 Field IQ Plugin 12 Enter the following values Amount of Material to be Dispensed This is the amount dispensed during the calibration Target Rate Target Speed 13 To begin the calibration tap Start and then follow the on screen instructions 14 Select the nfo tab to view the systems operational limits based on the RPM limits target rates and application width Granular Calibration 15 Tap OK Operating in the field 1 From the Home screen tap eft 2 From the Current Configurations screen configure the display vehicle implement settings and then tap OK 3 From the Field Selection screen select the required client farm field event settings and then tap OK 10 60 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Anhydrous calibration N N WARNING NH is an irritant and corrosive to the skin eyes respiratory tract and mucous membranes and is dangerous if not handled properly It may cause severe burns to the eyes lungs and skin Skin and respiratory related diseases could be aggravated by exposure It is recommended that protective gloves boots slicker and or pants and jacket and chemical splash goggles that are impervious to anhydrous ammonia are worn at all times Calibrating the implement lift switch 1 From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the Implement Lift option 2 Raise the i
113. 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 seing Pec eee Yield Monitor Type Select the type of yield monitor you are using e Trimble YM Yield Monitoring e Claas e John Deere e Serial Data Input Port Connection Select the port on the back of the FmX integrated display that the yield monitor is connected to Moisture Sensor Select the moisture sensor you are using e Trimble Case IH New Holland AGCO Ag Leader Operation tab Yield Monitoring Setu Setup Operation Crop Map Legend Header Height Sensor Head Logging Height Grain Flow Delay Reset Autacut Note The selections available on the Operations tab may vary depending on the yield monitoring type that you selected Enter settings to configure the combine you are using Head Logging Height The height at which yield data logging starts and stops The Head Logging Height is read from the Header Height Sensor If required tap Current Height to enter values related to your own setup Note Head Logging Height is not available for the Claas 600 700 This is set by the CEBIS Header Height Sensor Select Enabled or Disabled Grain Flow Delay The amount of time in seconds that it takes for the grain to reach the yield sensor after it enters the head FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 13 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Seti y Deane eee Reset Autocut Controls when the rows are automatically reset e When head is
114. 24 Latitude 19 21 31 57 Altitude 131 2 8 Satellites 42 HDOP 1 2 VDOP 34 Correction Type RTK There can be more than one row depending on the plugin that is installed If the plugin requires a second GPS receiver for example the second GPS receiver mounted on the implement for the TrueTracker system there will be a satellite icon for both receivers Tap the icon for the receiver you want to see status information on Engage button When you create a guidance line you can use the Engage button to engage or disengage the Autopilot automated steering system The button has three states Engage status Button color Vehicle icon color o Engaged Cannot engage To engage the vehicle tap Engage The system engages and the button turns green To disengage the vehicle do one of the following e Turn the steering wheel to trigger the manual override e Tap Engage The system disengages and the Engage button turns gray Ifthe button is red tap it to find out why FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 9 3 Getting Started Logging button The Logging button engages and disengages coverage logging Logging button Coverage logging is not engaged Coverage logging is engaged Plugin information tabs As with the plugin tabs the plugin information tabs that appear differ depending on which plugins are installed Mapping information tab The Mapping information tab enabl
115. 3 ITrueTracker Plugin 13 12 Configuring the controller orientation 1 Select the Controller Orientation option from the list Autopilot Controller Orientation Foisle fha imaga to meich ee the CERE er enter the onentation pratt aad Cres EOE PEE ETT Hon FERT ELEM controller looking dawn from the top with the nose of the tractor pointing fo the top of the An image represents the current mounting orientation of the controller The image is shown as though You are looking down on the vehicle from above The top of the screen points to the front of the vehicle 2 Use the buttons to select the orientation of the controller Ifthe controller is set at a sloped angle tap Direct Entry and then enter the yaw pitch and roll angles of the controller Note If you use the Direct Entry method to set custom angles the on screen image of the controller does not appear 3 Tap OK to accept the new orientation or tap Cancel to exit Calibrating the Implement Steering Sensor Perform steering sensor calibration to convert the voltage output of the steering sensor into an equivalent steering angle measurement Note Complete this calibration before you attempt to calibrate the steering deadzone or roll correction procedures You must ensure that you e Perform this procedure on a level surface that is free of obstructions e Follow the instructions on each page e Run the
116. 33 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 34 D Main NavController II cable 54601 E NN AgGPS 252 262 receiver 55500 32 To configure the display only mode do the following 1 Inthe Current Configurations screen tap Configure 2 Select the Autopilot option and then tap Setup e Vehicle Controller Port Connector A ext GPS e Vehicle Controller Settings Current Selection CASE STX5000 AG Edit Autopilot Settings Settings TAP AP Simulation 3 From the Connector drop down list select either A ext GPS or B ext GPS and then tap OK The Configuration screen appears 4 Select the Autopilot options GPS receiver and then tap Setup Comeections Vehicle FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 5 From the Corrections drop down list select the required correction option 6 Tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 35 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Row Guidance When the RG 100 row guidance plugin has been activated on the FmX integrated display the Autopilot automated steering system will follow curved or hillside corn rows that do not exactly match the guidance line The Autopilot system is required LB Tap to close a field and return to the start window Setup and Tap to change some setup and display options when the field is open configuration Runicon icon Tap to take a picture of the current screen to t
117. 4 2 Ifnecessary enter the Administrator password See Password access page 3 Leper In the Display Setup screen you can configure Display preferences e Map settings including Night mode e Status item configuration e Language and units including keyboard layout setup e Default settings Mapping preferences e Feature mapping configuration e Data dictionary editor e Data files management this appears at the top of the Display Setup list Display options e External lightbar setup e Guidance setup e Sound settings Hardware configuration e CAN bus settings e Power management setup e Time zone configuration FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 e External keypad These steps are described in more detail in the following sections Data Files The Data Files management screen enables you to manipulate your saved data From either the displays internal memory or the USB memory stick you can copy implements prescriptions data dictionaries field data or delete unwanted data For more information see Copying or deleting data files page 19 Map Settings including night mode The Mapping screen has two tabs that enable you to configure various settings for the FmX integrated display The Main tab The Main tab includes the following options Description Map orientation Controls the direction that the screen follows the position of the vehicle Color scheme Selects either the de
118. 5 Turn the vehicle around ensure the wheels are parked over the marks created in Step 4 and then tap Next The display records the roll offset in the second direction This takes approximately 20 seconds Do not move the vehicle while the offset is being read 6 The T3 calibration results will appear in the Roll Offset screen The Roll Offset value should be between 0 and 4 7 Tap OK The EZ Pilot Steering Calibration screen appears Calibrating the SAM 200 Notes Ensure that you are operating the vehicle in an open field with ample area for the vehicle to make right and left turns You must calibrate the IMD 600 before you calibrate the SAM 200 For best results operate the vehicle at between 2 and 4 mph To calibrate the right turn angle l Drive straight forward until the icon appears and then tap it 2 Allow the system to operate for 20 seconds until you receive a message that the calibration is complete Repeat the procedure to calibrate the left turn angle Calibrating and setting the EZ Pilot parameters To calibrate the EZ Pilot system and set the correct steering performance parameters the following steps must be completed with the vehicle moving forward along the A B line l From the EZ Pilot Steering Calibration screen select Steering Performance The EZ Pilot Steering Performance screen appears FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 51 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 2 Tap the Override Sensitivity
119. Control Setup Fence Nozzles Right Nozzle Wiring 2 Next to the Section Control field tap Setup to adjust latency and overlap values FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 25 10 Field IQ Plugin 10 26 3 Select the Rate Control tab and then set up rate control Linking materials The Field IQ system can link primary and secondary materials where the secondary material uses the output of the primary material For example LiquiBlock valves can be linked to use the output of Tru Count Air Clutch systems When planting seeding or strip tilling you can link the following together e Liquid e Granular seed e Granular fertilizer Anhydrous cannot be linked When the system is in diagnostics mode the secondary material is not functional When the system is in diagnostics mode you can only operate a linked material when you also open the sections of the primary material 1 Inthe Section Control tab in the Section Control field select Link to Material Field IQ Setup 2 Inthe Linked Material field select the primary material that you want to link to 3 Select the Rate Control tab and then set up rate control For more information see the sections for each type below Section Control On The Field IQ system can perform automatic section control using the Tru Count Air Clutch boom valves Tru Count LiquiBlock valves and various section control devices FmX Integrated Display User Guide
120. EZ S1eernot calibrated This is the angle that the wheels turn through during one full rotation of the steering wheel This is a course aggressiveness adjustment If the setting is too low the system may require several attempts to reach the line With the vehicle moving forward along the A B line a Nudge the vehicle left or right 1 m 3 from the A B line b Engage the EZ Steer system c Adjustthe Angle per Turn value so that when the system is engaged the vehicle moves close to the guidance line More aggressive turns Decrease the Angle per Turn value Less aggressive turns Increase the Angle per Turn value Note Use the Cross Track Error history plot on the top right of the page and the Average Offline distance to optimize EZ Steer performance for each step in the calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 69 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 3 To configure the Aggressiveness settings select the Step 2 tab The Aggressiveness setting fine tunes how aggressively the system holds the line If the setting is too low the vehicle will not hold the line if the setting is too high the vehicle may over correct and make S turns 4 Adjust the Aggressiveness setting to get the vehicle as close to the line as possible without going into S turns To make Do the following More aggressive turns Increase the Aggressiveness value Less aggressive turns Decrease the Aggressiveness value 5 To adjust the Freepl
121. FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 27 9 Water Management 2 From the Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup The System Setup screen appears 3 From the list of system settings on the left select Data Files and then tap Manage The Data Files management screen appears 4 From the list on the right directories that already exist in the display select the Designs directory and then tap Copy The directory is copied to the USB memory stick 5 When the Copy completed message appears tap OK The copied directory appears in the list of directories on the left side of the Data Files screen Working with MultiPlane designs When the leveling model is set to Multiplane Design and the FmX integrated display opens a field it scans the VAeGPS Designs folder and any MultiPlane gps control files that are close to your current position are displayed Select the appropriate control file and then tap OK The control file will be loaded displaying a color cut fill map of the field red cut blue fill 9 28 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 When you use a MultiPlane design control file the FieldLevel II system remains in Auto mode if you drive off the design but maintains the design height it had when you left the design If you disengage Auto mode when you are off the design the display will not allow you to re engage the FieldLevel II system until your position is back over the color cut fi
122. FreeForm sections You can switch snap between the different FreeForm sections In the following example there are 2 FreeForm sections Description A straight FreeForm AB Line selected A curved FreeForm section You may want guidance along either line To snap between one section and another tap the Next Path button on the Run screen If the Next Path button is not available tap Back and then tap Next Path Guidance jumps to the next section To cycle through the available sections keep tapping Next Path Note This selects a curve only if the curve is within the snapping zone 3 20 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 Recording FreeForm guidance simultaneously with coverage When you select the FreeForm pattern on the Swaths Management screen you can select the When Logging option from the Record Swath drop down list When this option is selected the system activates FreeForm logging whenever coverage is being logged You can simultaneously turn on or off coverage and FreeForm logging with the Logging button on the Run screen Or if you have an external remote logging switch that controls coverage logging the system records FreeForm curves when the remote logging switch is enabled the remote switch turns on coverage which begins FreeForm logging However if a Field IQ system is connected the master switch on the Field IQ controller now controls FreeForm logging and
123. Geographic Information System GIS To load GIS boundaries files must be in WGS 84 latitudes longitudes and heights in decimal degrees Use the following method to import an AB Line or a boundary into the FmX integrated display 1 Attach the USB memory stick to an office computer CAUTION The three files that define a line or field shp shx and dbf must have identical names Otherwise they are not recognized If you put multiple sets of files in the folder ensure that you do not have more than one set of files with each name or your files will be overwritten 2 Copy the following files to the AgGPS AB Lines folder on the USB memory stick field name shp field name shx field name dbf 3 Start the FmX integrated display and then tap Run 4 Dooneofthe following Open an existing field Start a new field 5 Tap Swaths 6 Tap Import apo I FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 7 Select the field or AB Line to import from the list of available swaths and then tap OK The field or AB Line is imported If the AB Line file contains more than one AB Line all AB Lines in the file are imported 8 Select the AB Line that you want to use and then tap Load A warning message appears 9 Tap OK The imported field or AB Line is ready to use 10 For best results close the field and then reopen it FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 17
124. Ifthe antenna is in front of the axle enter a Forward distance e fthe antenna is behind the axle enter a Back distance Note It is recommended that you measure the offset distance as accurately as possible within 3 an incorrect offset may cause poor steering performance FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 45 5 Vehicle Guidance Options pte Psa eee Axle to Antenna Offset Center the axle of the front or rear wheel to the top of the GPS antenna Note Make sure that you take this measurement to within 7 6 cm 3 in as an incorrect distance may result in poor steering performance Take the measurement from the antenna to the correct point of your vehicle as follows Rear axle MFWD Sprayer Floater Truck Front axle e AWD tractor e Combine e Swathers Note For swathers it is recommended that you place the antenna directly over or ahead of the front axle Track center e Tracked tractor If the antenna is e in front of the axle enter a Forward distance e behind the axle enter a Behind distance Antenna Height The distance between the ground and the top of the GPS antenna Engage tab 5 46 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 The Engage tab enables you to control the systems engage and disengage behavior if you need to change the automatically populated settings Seon Bep OOO Operator timeout If the steering system is engaged and there has been no operator input t
125. Implement Controller Setup r l 3 4 LL In the Engage tab adjust the Operator Alert Timeout value The alert appears if the operator does not respond within the defined period of time If the operator still fails to respond the vehicle begins to drive in a tight loop Set the Two Stage Engage status pam peso ee The Engage button requires multiple taps to engage e The first tap engages implement steering e The second tap engages the vehicle steering e The third tap disengages both implement and vehicle steering The Engage button engages with one tap e The first tap engages implement and vehicle steering e The second tap disengages both implement and vehicle steering In the Coverage Log list select either Manual or When Engaged Select the Steering tab 13 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Configuring the Steering tab Implement Controller Setup Horirial In the Steering tab enter a value in the Nudge Increment field Use this increment to set the amount by which the Nudge buttons move the line back to the correct path or by which the Trim buttons move the vehicle position The guidance line can move off target requiring Nudge as a result of GPS position drift when you return to the field for guidance for example after you pause or turn off the system GPS satellite constellation changes as you drive in the field The vehicle can steer offline re
126. Install the GreenSeeker plugin For more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 3 From the Home screen load the field to be sprayed FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 GreenSeeker plugin screen The control items in the GreenSeeker tab on the Run screen depend on what you previously selected for example a crop algorithm or a custom table The Calibration Required message appears when a new job event is first opened and a crop algorithm has been previously used or selected Note If you want to use a custom table but see this screen tap Edit and then follow the custom table instructions found in the FmX Integrated Display User Guide If a custom table has been previously selected the Calibration Required message will not display 2 From the Run screen select the GreenSeeker plugin tab Calibration Required Tap Calibrate L00 0 60 Calibrating 0 00 The GreenSeeker plugin tab now includes Ref and Non Ref buttons along with a NDVI bar graph showing the real time combined average NDVI from the RT200 module Position the vehicle at the reference locations To record NDVI data from the reference strip tap Ref drive the reference strip and then tap Ref again to end recording FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 11 11 GreenSeeker Plugin 5 To record NDVI data from the non reference strip tap Non Ref drive the non reference strip and then tap Non Ref again
127. Mapping The four large buttons represent the field feature buttons that appear on the Mapping tab on the Run screen see The Run screen layout page 7 2 Inthe Mapping Location group select Boom Left Boom Center or Boom Right as the point on the vehicle where the feature will be created Fora Point feature select from the Point Features drop down list Fora Line or Area feature select from the Line Area Features drop down list 4 20 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 3 Select one of the four feature buttons to assign a feature to 4 Do one of the following To create a new feature and assign it to the button select the type of feature to create point line or area from the drop down list and then tap New The Edit Feature screen appears Toassign an existing feature to the button select the type of feature to edit point line or area select the feature from the list that appears and then tap OK The Select Active Feature screen reappears with the feature that you selected assigned to the feature button Creating a point feature 1 Enter values for the following settings Description The name of the feature For example Tree Alarm Radius When the vehicle comes within this radius of the feature the alarm appears The alarm radius appears on the screen as a solid red block of color The alarm radius is more serious than the warning radius so set it to a shorter distance
128. No load information is available You must record There are no loads for the current crop type some data by harvesting some crop before you can run this calibration This load is too small to be used for calibration or The load data is not valid for calibration usually contains invalid data because the load is too small Optical sensor is not responding Optical sensor failed to respond during tare calibration 18 24 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Mesae Comme 7 No loads have been recorded Use the New Load Displayed in load details dialog if there are no loads button on the map screen to record a load for the current crop type This load cannot be deleted because it is used in the Loads that were used for the current yield calibration yield calibration cannot be deleted This load cannot be deleted because it is used in the Loads that were used for the current moisture moisture calibration calibration cannot be deleted Loads cannot be recorded when there is no field open Occurs when tapping the New Load button in the diagnostic screen if no field is open You have chosen to delete some loads Are you sure User tapped OK after selecting loads for deletion in you want to do this Load Details screen The system is not yet ready to delete fields or events The display needs some time to determine whether deletion of the field event would remove a load that Accepting the new test weight
129. Offline Offline distance from swath center line meters Along_Line Along line distance from start of swath meters Monee Note Attribute Not Populated an Units Units metric Note Attribute Not Populated Field_Name The name of the field EN The target rate at the current position a As_Applied Applied rate internets Pitch The pitch INN CRI The roll NM RN Yaw The yaw INN RI Total volume of material as applied for the current field Only supported for the Aerial Flow Controller Autocal Flow controller and Crophawk Flow Meter Relative Height Height Status items The Status items are segments of information that can be displayed on the Run screen The information appears in three different locations e In two locations at the top of the screen e Ona slide out tab at the left of the screen The slide out tab overlies the main screen but is transparent so that you can still see guidance underneath it To extend the slide out tab tap the end of the tab on the left of the screen 4 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 The slide out tabs automatically slide back in when the specified time out value is reached To close the tab before then tap the tab Upper left status text item Upper right status text item Slide out tab 0 00 gal a Auxiliary Walwe Disabled 5 00 gal a Current Flow 0 00 gal min Control Speed Total Vel Applied 3 59 mph 139 2 gal Total Vol A
130. Program Target gt Select Harvest Monitor Combine PF34 112 Version 1 12 Moisture 1 1 2 Select Disconnect the mobile processor after the update is complete FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems In this chapter This chapter describes how to install and configure the DCM 300 or Ag3000 modem to m DCM 300 modem work with the FmX integrated display B Vehicle Sync B Ag3000 modem FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 1 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems DCM 300 modem 19 2 Introduction to the DCM 300 modem The DCM 300 modem enables the FmX integrated display to receive RTK corrections from a Trimble VRS network a third party RTK provider or a Continuously Operating Reference Station CORS Benefits of using a DCM 300 modem The benefits of using the FmX integrated display and the DCM 300 modem include the following More acres of RTK accuracy from Trimble VRS Now delivered to your display Easy interface and configuration with the display Roof mounted high gain cellular antenna for enhanced signal reception to minimize cell phone signal related drop outs On screen wireless status and diagnostics The DCM 300 modem is a rugged and sealed 3G communications solution for customers who need reliable communications for their farming operations The DCM 300 modem is available with a HSDPA modem for use with GSM wireless networks globall
131. Soil type Temperature Relative humidity Crop Target pests Getting Started 3 The vehicle used in the operation The implement connected to the vehicle The application method used for example spraying seeding or harvesting The maximum speed of any wind gusts The average wind direction The amount of cloud cover A description of the state of the soil A description of the soil type in the field The current temperature The humidity percentage The crop grown in this field If spraying the pest that the spray targets FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 5 3 Getting Started Closing a field Once you finish using a field tap y to close it The following dialog appears a gt ina nou d VOL ke LO CO Lance a returns to the cL Return to the currently open field Close the current field and return to the Home screen Open another Close the current field and open a new field Saving an event summary When a field is closed the system saves an HTML summary for the event To reduce the time it takes to close a field saving the summary file can be disabled To turn Save Summaries off do the following 1 Inthe Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup 2 Inthe Display Setup screen select Map Settings and then tap Setup 3 Inthe Mapping screen select On or Off from the Save Summaries list For more information see Saving a PDF version of the current field page 6
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133. This is the May 2012 release Revision A of the FmX Integrated Display User Guide part number 93023 80 ENG It applies to version 6 6 of the FmX integrated display software Legal Notices The following limited warranties give you specific legal rights You may have others which vary from state jurisdiction to state jurisdiction Product Limited Warranty Trimble warrants that this Trimble product and its internal components the Product shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship and will substantially conform to Trimbles applicable published specifications for the Product for a period of one 1 year starting from the earlier of i the date of installation or ii six 6 months from the date of original Product shipment from Trimble This warranty applies only to the Product if installed by Trimble or a dealer authorized by Trimble to perform Product installation services Software Components All Product software components sometimes hereinafter also referred to as Software are licensed solely for use as an integral part of the Product and are not sold Any software accompanied by a separate end user license agreement EULA shall be governed by the terms conditions restrictions and limited warranty terms of such EULA notwithstanding the preceding paragraph During the limited warranty period you will be entitled to receive such Fixes to the Product software that Trimble releases and makes commercially ava
134. To view the available items tap the down arrow Select the appropriate item from the list Tap OK You can still enter new information as before but these entries are not added to the data dictionary To add items to the data dictionary edit the txt file on an office computer FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 23 23 Data Management 23 24 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide ISOBUS In this chapter B Virtual Terminal plugin B Task Controller plugin CHAPTER ISOBUS is a communication protocol used for control and communication of agricultural tractors and implements The FmX integrated display has two ISOBUS plugins E Virtual Terminal Task Controller This chapter describes the function of each plugin followed by a detailed description of how to configure and use them FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 24 1 24 ISOBUS Virtual Terminal plugin The Virtual Terminal plugin allows you to see information from and interact with the connected electronic control units ECUs that adhere to the ISOBUS protocol Configuration In the Setup screen select the appropriate Port A or B Virtual Terminal Dialog Virtual Terminal Screen You can access the Virtual Terminal screen from the Diagnostics screen under Configuration or by selecting the Virtual Terminal plugin from the Run screen 24 2 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide ISOBUS 24 The icons o
135. USER GUIDE FmX Integrated Display Version 6 6 Revision A May 2012 e Trimble Agriculture Business Area Trimble Navigation Limited Trimble Agriculture Division 10355 Westmoor Drive Suite 100 Westminster CO 80021 USA trimble_support trimble com www trimble com Legal Notices Copyright and Trademarks 2009 2012 Trimble Navigation Limited All rights reserved Trimble the Globe amp Triangle logo AgGPS EZ Guide EZ Steer FmX and Tru Count are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited registered in the United States and in other countries Autopilot Autoseed AutoSense EZ Office FieldManager Field IQ FreeForm VRS VRS Now T2 TrueGuide and TrueTracker are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited GreenSeeker is a registered trademark of NTech Ltd For STL support the software uses the Moscow Center for SPARC Technology adaptation of the SGI Standard Template Library Copyright 1994 Hewlett Packard Company Copyright 1996 97 Silicon Graphics Computer Systems Inc Copyright 1997 Moscow Center for SPARC Technology Microsoft Windows ActiveX Excel and Internet Explorer are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Portions Copyright 2009 Nokia Corporation and or its subsidiary ies Portions Copyright 2003 Bitstream Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Release Notice
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137. User Guide Water Management 9 For the WM Drain valve l From the Configuration screen select the WM Drain plugin tap Calibrate and then select the appropriate valve Depth or Pitch if this is applicable WM Drain Calibration 2 Inthe WM Drain Calibration screen set the vehicle throttle to 100 and then tap Start 3 Tap OK when the procedure is complete 4 Repeat the calibration procedure for another valve Depth or Pitch if applicable XX Tip To stop the plow cylinders from working a lot when stopped you can add a dead band for pitch or height FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 53 9 Water Management Surveying a section line Surveying your alignment for tile or ditch Before you begin using Autoslope you must set the Survey Height Offset This offset will be applied to the heights of your surveyed alignment preventing the need to rebench before installing tile This means that you can survey the alignment and then install tile straight away To set the Survey Height Offset do the following 1 From the Configuration screen select the WM Drain plugin and then tap Setup 2 On the tile plow raise the boot as high as it will go and measure the distance from the bottom of the tile boot to the ground Tile plow raised up to maximum height Survey height offset Ground surface 3 Enter this value into the Survey Height Offset field Note It is recommended that you change the Survey Point spaci
138. able baud rate the error message includes details of the baud rate that the FmX integrated display requires the controller to use e The Applied rate disappears from the Run screen e Variable rate logging is suspended while the controller is disconnected Raven To use a Raven controller with an FmX integrated display the controller must e be GPS ready e use Ravens latest communications protocol which was introduced in 1996 If your controller is not GPS ready or does not use the latest protocol contact Raven for an upgrade pack To use a Raven controller you need a special adaptor cable Trimble P N 69729 to connect to the FmX cable P N 67091 which is connected to port A or B on the display Configuring the controller For a Raven controller to operate correctly with an FmX integrated display the following Data Menu settings are required e BAUD 9600 e GPS Inac e DLOG ON e TRIG 1 e UNIT Sec Some Raven controllers may forget settings if power is disconnected You must then reconfigure the controller Application width When the FmX integrated display is connected to a Raven controller the total boom section width must be set to match the Application Width setting in the Implement Boom Setup screen N CAUTION The first boom section width set on the Raven controller must be greater than O If you set it to O the display will not communicate with the controller FmX Integrated Display User Guide
139. ad view Auxiliary view trailing view To change the view mode tap the icons in the upper left of the run screen 2 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 Zoom and Pan functions The EmX integrated display has five levels of zoom A close up view of the vehicle enables you to navigate more accurately while a long view enables you to see more of the field New in version 3 0 of the FmX integrated display is a pan function on the Run screen that gives you the ability to view the field outside of the normal viewing area Accessing the zoom and pan functions 1 To access the zoom and pan functions from the Run screen press 9 2 To pan around the field press one of the four arrow icons O positioned at the edge field area 3 To zoom in and out tap either the plus or minus symbol linked to the magnifying glass Note Tapping the field area of the Run screen when in zoom and pan mode turns the magnifying glass zoom feature on and off The fifth level of zoom in the pan view is a summary view of all your coverage It adjusts depending on the size of the field It does not include grid lines Tip If you close the field create a second field and then show the summary view the summary view may be zoomed to show the area of both fields To avoid this restart the display The view will be correct For more information on using the Run screen see The Run screen layout pa
140. ade is above grade and cut is required the down arrow is red When on grade the center is green See Blade position indicators page 24 O Secondary cut fill For use with tandem and dual scrapers For dual scrapers it is the right side indicator For tandems it is the rear scraper See Blade position indicators page 24 Cut fill status panel This scale bar displays the number value assigned to each color You can choose to display either cut fill or height Cut fill map Shows the difference between the design plane and the survey Green areas are on grade blue areas require fill and the red areas require cut FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 23 9 Water Management Wem Description Description Primary Auto This button engages the automatics to the hydraulic valve controlling the y 9 blade When using dual scrapers this is the left side of the blade When using tandem scrapers this is the front scraper e Secondary Auto This button engages the automatics to the hydraulic valve when using dual or tandem scrapers When using dual scrapers this is the right side of the blade When using tandem scrapers this will control the rear scraper Create Benchmark You must create benchmarks that FieldLevel Il operations use as a point of horizontal and vertical reference FieldLevel II dual Used for either a dual or tandem scraper configuration control WM Survey control Used for surveying boundaries interior lines or s
141. ake a picture of the current screen NULL Llc NN in tab Show status and control Aa cc NM for the applications connected to the FmX integrated display Tap the Tab icon to change the tab Engage panel Contains the engage controls for plug ins such as the Autopilot automated steering system TrueTracker implement steering and the FieldLevel Il automated levelling system You can also control for coverage logging Offline guidance When the vehicle is online the center indicators are green When the vehicle display moves offline the indicators change to red and move to either side depending on the direction to the line Tap to toggle between overhead and trailing views e Information dialog Tap to display a larger amount of permanent text for operations relating to the display while viewing the Run dialog in the upper right hand corner Zoom and Pan Tap to show zoom and pan function buttons To zoom in and out tap the magnifying glass to pan in any direction tap the arrow buttons You can also tap the main map window to adjust the zoom level Coverage theme Displays the coverage and variety tracking settings Height coverage overlap variety and GPS quality can be shown 5 36 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Configuring the Row Guidance plugin on the FmX display Setting up the implement Before starting the Row Guidance setup on the display ensure that All cables and components of the system are installed on the vehicle
142. al Assignment option see Material Assignment screen page 65 2 Tap Next FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 23 10 Field IQ Plugin Layout tab Enter information about the implement that will be used to apply the material Row Offset Setup aa aia wich Boxes Y enon brun a poxr Masse amp ee gu diese samo Deck Beas gm e ba gra bc ua ists DessiB on Location Name Bin Tank Setup Allows you to add a name to the Control Location for example Hoppers Front Bin Rear Bin Left Saddle Tanks Allows the system to track how much material is left in the bin tank and provides a warning when the bin tank needs to be refilled Adjust the settings for Status On The system will track the bin tank level and provide warnings Off The system will not track the bin tank level or provide warnings Capacity Units Select Default Units or Bushels Default units will vary according to the type of material that is being applied Bin Capacity The amount the tank bin holds when full Note Markings on tank bin may not be accurate Current Volume Current volume of the product in the tank Partial Refill The amount of material that will be added to the bin tank during a partial refill Warning Level A warning will appear on your screen when your bin tank reaches a set threshold Refill Tank Bin Refills the tank bin to capacity Partial Refill Tank Bin Refills the tank bin to the amount specified in the Par
143. alibrabon has been perfomed Press Next Deadzone Left Deadzone Right lap Next FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 17 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 4 Tap Next in the two screens that appear 5 Follow all instructions Tap the Test Right and Test Left buttons to perform the Deadzone calibration As ground conditions affect the results of this calibration it is recommended that you perform the calibration at least three times or until the average deadzone values change by less than about 0 5 To minimize the total amount of space needed for the complete calibration you can reposition the vehicle between the phases of the test If the available flat smooth space is extremely limited re align the vehicle after each segment of the calibration To reposition the vehicle 1 Wait until the software prompts you that the next phase is ready to begin 2 Look at the screen to determine whether the next phase will require a left or right turn 3 Reposition the vehicle so that the turn will use the space that you have available 4 Tap the button to begin the next phase N CAUTION Obstacles in the field can cause collisions which may injure you and damage the vehicle If an obstacle in the field makes it unsafe to continue a particular phase of the Automated Deadzone calibration stop the vehicle to abort the phase and turn the steering wheel to disengage the system Reposition the vehicle and continue from the current test
144. alves 2 2 2 ee 10 42 Operative mthe held srg doutes oan ec ac a ee eee ee ee ee ane VPE ba a 10 45 Air seeder calibration s essas eS hu pene hage ae ee OR eRe oR a Gerad os a 10 46 Calibrating the implement lift switch llle 10 46 Calibrating the modules Lus uo sop o Rm km ndm R Se eRe ERS EEE 10 46 Operaling inthe field ser sarees cadens eae i mra ea E A eS 10 47 oprayer cal Dral ica su9 99099 30 990 ta AUTE SITE en eea 10 48 Calibrating the implement lift switch llle 10 48 Calibrating the spraying modules llle 10 48 Operatine mthe field PCT LITT 10 51 opreader capra NON seemai ar aE eee e o E eee oe E des 10 52 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 Contents 11 12 13 12 Calibrating the implement lift switch 2 0 0 0 00000000005 10 52 Calibrating the Rawson modules for spreading 000004 10 52 Calibrating the PWM valves 2 2 espoir 3 3 x eee S EEDA DE eee ee EER SE dre 10 55 Operatie m theel eee aeea ghee ae ee eon Ge tate hein Be eaae ete 10 60 AnnydrouscallDEAblOEl sid orien ted meros 604 eee ean Gee bee eee eed be rs 10 61 Calibrating the implement lift switch llle 10 61 Calibrating the mod l s s s aos ror eh Red eee ee eee eaa naa oe ee eae 10 61 Operating in the ul Pr 10 64 Material Assignment screen saaana E39 RR RLAALRUR GC oe OR RSS ee eX 10 65 Using the Diagnostics tab ates ese aes oer ee bee A oe Boe he eee oe 10 66 GreenSeeke
145. amount Ifthe return points are nearer where you originally started than the first set of points increase the F B offset Ifthe return points are further from where you originally started than the first set of points lower the F B offset Setting the lead time l Drive at your intended application speed down the AB Line from point A to point B marking points on the ground where the remote output triggers Ensure that your speed remains constant At the end of the line turn the vehicle around Drive back down the line from point B to point A marking the trigger points Measure any offset distance between the points from the first run and the points from the second run Divide the distance by two Convert your speed from mph to inches second inches second mph x 17 6 To calculate the Lead Time setting divide the distance between the points in inches from Step 5 by the vehicle speed in inches second Half the distance between points inches Lead Time seconds Speed inches second Enter the lead time on the Remote Output screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 15 7 15 15 8 Remote Output Plugin For example if a 4 mph pass creates a 14 distance between each set of points d e Divide the distance between the points by 2 In this example 14 2 7 Convert the speed from mph to inches second 4 mph 4 x 17 6 70 4 inches second Divide the halved distance betwee
146. and EZ Guide __ chase mode Show error is selected the display shows the Plus lightbar direction that you need to move in When Show correction is selected the display shows your current distance offline To set the look ahead time or the LED spacing l Tap the appropriate number field 2 Inthe dialog that appears enter the required values To set the display mode 1 From the Display Mode drop down list select the required option 2 Enter the virtual lightbar settings and then tap OK The Lightbars Configuration screen appears 4 28 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 3 Tap OK The virtual lightbar is now configured EZ Remote joystick For more information on installing and configuring the EZ Remote joystick see Chapter 20 EZ Remote Joystick Guidance Selecting Guidance enables you to configure advanced guidance settings If you are setting up the system for the first time you should not need to adjust these settings Enabling the Limit Field Selection filter From the Display Setup screen select Guidance and then tap Setup Guidance Setup E To review the settings or if you have any guidance lines originally generated with an AgGPS 170 Field Computer or an FieldManager display see Advanced diagnostics page 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 29 4 Display Setup Sounds 1 From the Display Setup screen select Sounds and then tap Setup Sounds Setup dau
147. and configuring the variable rate controller in the FmX integrated display l Fromthe Configuration screen select the Serial Rate Control plugin and then tap Setup Edit Variable Rate Controller settings Note The fields that appear on the screen depend on which controller you selected 2 3 4 5 6 Select the controller make from the Controller drop down list Select the display port the controller is connected to from the Port drop down list Ifthe Active Channel field appears enter the active channel name In the Send Rate As list select the unit of measure In the Rates tab enter the default rate and step size for the controller in the Default Rate and Step Size text fields FmX Integrated Display User Guide 14 3 14 Serial Rate Control Plugin 7 Inthe Rate Snapping list select Enabled or Disabled Deteult Rate ep Sue Rate snapping 9 Inthe Rates tab enter the number of sections in the Number of Sections field 14 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 Configuring the variable rate controller If you specified a variable rate controller type the FmX integrated display initiates communications with the controller each time that you open a field Communications are terminated when you close the field Ifthe FmX integrated display cannot communicate with the controller e A message appears identifying the problem If the specified controller type has a configur
148. and create a straight section of line tap the Record button See page 17 Drive the curve until you reach the end point and then tap Set B The new curve appears Creating a headland A Headland is a straight AB Line or an A line pattern that is confined inside a boundary This boundary is called the headland Note If you want to create a headland based on the A line pattern select the straight line pattern and then set the A heading for the internal line Then complete the following steps From the Swath Management screen select the Headlands field pattern from the drop down list In the 4 Headlands window enter the width of the headland boundary in swaths For example if you enter 2 the headland will be 2 swaths wide Tap New Headland The Run screen appears with the headland definition buttons on the Mapping tab Drive to the start point of the headland and then tap Record A red line appears behind the vehicle to show that the headland is being recorded Note You must define the inner pattern before you complete the headland 5 To define the inner pattern tap Infill The Mapping tab changes to show the inner pattern buttons Note Once infill lines have been created they cannot be moved 6 G When you reach where you want the A point tap Set A Do one of the following To create an internal AB Line drive to where you want the B point at least 50 m 164 ft and then tap Set B
149. and then press the Confirm switch on the armrest 18 34 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Calibrate Yield 6 G Navigate to Home screen on the Command Center Select Press em on the Command Center Continue to press ks until page 2 appears page numbers are shown on the Wrench tab In the Calibrations list select Yield Calibrations Follow the steps to perform the calibration Highlight the arrow and press the Confirm switch on the armrest Updating the Moisture Sensor 60 Series combines only Downloading Version 1 20C from Stellar Support 2 3 4 5 6 7 Go to www stellarsupport com Select Support amp Downloads in the left column Select Greenstar System update from the Software Downloads column Select the green box labeled Download GSD4 Software Select Run in the file download security warning Once the download is complete choose the preferred language and press OK Follow the Greenstar Update Wizard to load the firmware to the keycard for the original Greenstar monitor FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 35 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 36 Loading version 1 20C to the Moisture Sensor l Insert the updated keycard into the mobile processor that is hooked to the Greenstar display it does not matter which slot the keycard is inserted in on the mobile processor Power on the Greenstar monitor Press MIL we eos 0 EY Select
150. anual Guidance option and replace it with the Autopilot option 5 2 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Configuring the GPS receiver When you install the Manual Guidance option the GPS Receiver option is also installed For instructions on configuring the GPS receiver see Chapter 6 The GPS Receiver Run screen for manual guidance When you use the Manual Guidance option the Run screen looks similar to when the Autopilot option is installed except that e There is no Autopilot tab on the right e There is no Engage button You can still access the Mapping plugin to add field features or create guidance lines Since there is no Autopilot system to control steering you must steer the vehicle manually while you watch the virtual lightbar for guidance FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 3 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Autopilot automated steering system guidance Prior to configuration the Autopilot option must be installed on the FmX integrated display For more information see the FmX integrated display Plug ins Guide There are two stages to configuring the Autopilot option e Configure the vehicle select the current vehicle make and model e Calibrate the Autopilot automated steering system for your vehicle Note The following configuration steps are usually done when the system is professionally installed Configuring the Vehicle tab 1 From the Home screen tap X 2 Inthe Curre
151. ap is saved in the AgGPS Diagnostics Screenshots folder A warning sound indicates that you have created a screen snap Note The screen snap is of the lowest level folder under each button So if you take a screen snap while in the Implement Setup screen the snap is of the Configuration screen The screen snap feature is most useful for capturing images of the Run screen FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 25 13 25 Troubleshooting Forcing the system to turn off N CAUTION Do not do this unless absolutely necessary If the display is writing to the USB memory stick this method of shutting down the system could corrupt the data on the card If possible use one of the other shutdown methods See Turning off the display page 9 If the display stops responding hold down the Power button for 10 seconds to force the system to turn off 25 14 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide
152. are below 0 01 RED lt 01 Red reflectance below 0 01 4 NIR 01 NIR reflectance below 0 01 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 17 11 GreenSeeker Plugin Ere Ce Description O BOTH gt 98 Either reflectance above 0 98 LEE NIR 015 NIR net reflectance below 0 15 To access the GreenSeeker diagnostics do the following 1 From the Home screen tap A 2 Inthe Current Configurations screen tap Configure 3 From the Configuration screen select the GreenSeeker plugin and then tap Diagnostics 11 18 FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 Application information Delivery System and Liquid Control As with any variable rate system the minimum and maximum rates obtainable are dependent upon the delivery system The RT200 interface module is capable of requesting any rate but the actual rates delivered are dependent upon the rate controller and its components Most liquid rate control systems control or throttle the pressure of the system to affect flow and application rate When using the RT200 with a typical liquid delivery system it is important to match nozzle sizes to expected delivery rates After the appropriate reference strip readings GDD and selection of crop type are input into RT Commander the application graph can be accessed to show the prescription rates at various sensor NDVI readings Depending upon what delivery system is used there will be actual minimum and maximum
153. ark position See Configuration page 4 Note You do not need to drive over a benchmark to be able to delete it FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 7 9 Water Management 9 8 Creating a benchmark 1 Place the GPS antenna in a known repeatable location that will not change throughout the leveling of a field Tip Mark this location with flags or some other marker so that you can return to the exact spot 2 Stop the vehicle 3 Tap Bench on the WM Survey tab Note If the FieldLevel II plugin is installed you can tap Bench on that instead Both Bench buttons have the same effect 4 A countdown timer runs for 30 seconds and then the system creates the benchmark To stop the averaging during the countdown tap Bench again Note If you are within the circle around an existing benchmark a new mark is not created Rebenching When you are within the circle around an existing benchmark the following message appears on the Run screen If you tap either of the Rebench buttons when the receiver is within the circular radius of a benchmark the receiver is calibrated over the existing benchmark Re establishing a benchmark In the FieldLevel II configuration under the Relative Heights tab there is an option to Force Re Bench If you plan to use the same base receiver setup each time you use this survey data you can set the option to No However if you plan to shift the location of the base set this option to Yes
154. arness that the Enalta sensors are connected to 4 Adjust the port settings Enalta Enalta CCT Support Output GGA Output VTG Request CTT Log 5 In the Enalta list select Enable Enalta CCT to enable the Enalta system 6 Select the NMEA messages that the systems will use to communicate You can select FmX Integrated Display User Guide 17 3 17 Productivity Monitoring Plugin GGA Select Enable GGA VTG Select Enable VTG GGA and VTG messages Select both buttons RMC 7 Enter the following settings Description Logging Rate While Field Open The rate at which data is logged when a field is open 1 sec 300 sec Logging Rate While Field The rate at which data is logged when the field is closed 1 sec 300 sec Closed Minimum Operating Speed When a field is open and the vehicle speed drops below this speed a pop up message appears onscreen asking the driver to select a reason for the low speed The system will not operate until the driver selects a reason Maximum Stoppage Time When a field is open and the vehicle stops moving for longer than this time the system prompts the driver for reason for the stoppage The system will not operate until the driver responds Productive When The system is marked productive when a condition is active None The system is not productive Logging On productive Off non productive AP Engaged Engaged productive Disengaged non productive Mini
155. as four tabs Auto Tuning inimum and maximum flow values N WARNING Moving parts during this operation Ensure that the implement is safe to operate Follow the on screen instructions to auto tune the system Note Do not perform the auto tuning function if you have loaded a preset configuration file Use the predefined configuration settings appropriate for your vehicle Drive Settings Turn the master switch on and vary the rates Adjust values if needed Shows the results and drive limits of your calibration 4 Select Flow Calibration and then tap OK The Flow Calibration screen appears Operating in the field 1 From the Home screen tap e 2 From the Current Configurations screen configure the display vehicle implement settings and then tap OK 3 From the Field Selection screen select the required client farm field event settings and then tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 47 10 Field IQ Plugin Sprayer calibration 10 48 Calibrating the implement lift switch 1 2 3 4 From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the Implement Lift option Raise the implement and then tap Next Lower the implement and then tap Next Tap OK to return to the Field IQ Calibration screen Calibrating the spraying modules Calibrate the modules to ensure that your system performs at the level you require The Field IQ Calibrate option only appears on the Configuration screen if you have at least one Fi
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158. ated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Re establishing a benchmark If you open a field that has an existing master benchmark a large green circle is shown for 100 m 300 ft around the master benchmark flag This indicates that you need to rebench over the master benchmark location to ensure that the design is aligned with the previous position You must be within this circle before you are allowed to re establish the master benchmark To ensure that the design is properly aligned l Return exactly to the master benchmark location that you marked on the ground for example with flags see Benchmarks page 6 regardless of where your current on screen position appears to be 2 Re establish the benchmark This process is designed to accommodate RTK base station setup differences from the last time the field was open Importing control files from the Multiplane software Once you finish manipulating a topographic survey file in C3 Ages MultiPlane you can export a control file GPS for use with CQ AB Lines the FieldLevel II system Copy the design control file into Autopilot the AgGPS Designs folder on a USB memory stick E C3 Data Dictionary Ifthe USB memory stick has not yet been used with the FmX integrated display the VAgGPS Designs folder will not quent exist To create the directory on the USB memory stick La 1 Insert the USB memory stick into the back of the FmX integrated display
159. ater Management 9 The slope is defined as the percentage vertical drop against horizontal travel A positive slope goes upwards and a negative slope goes downward For example if the slope is set to 1 the slope will drop 1 ft for every 100 ft horizontally traveled Vertical drop Actual slope 1 1 ft Horizontal travel 100 ft To view or change the Point and Slope gradient tap Edit on the FieldLevel II tab Alternatively tap the or buttons to move the slope by the Slope Adjust amount defined in the FieldLevel settings under Leveling model Point and Slope Slope Adjust Driving in Flat Plane Laser and Flat Plane GPS modes When driving in Flat Plane mode the Laser and GPS options operate the same The Flat Plane Laser model results in a mathematically flat surface This means that the plane does not follow the curvature of the Earth but remains on a plane Use this model when the land has previously been leveled with a laser system and you want to touch up the field The Flat Plane GPS model results in an equipotential surface meaning that the design surface is curved with surface of the Earth Note Neither of these models can be used with a laser system the entire FieldLevel II system only works with GPS Design enter the Plane Editor where you can edit the Design plane Bench or Rebench create a benchmark see Benchmarks page 6 Set the Design Height equal to the Blade Height raise the blade
160. ation file FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 22 5 22 Advanced Configuration Saving a PDF version of the current field When you close a field the system automatically creates a PDF summary file The PDF is saved to the AgGPS Summaries client farm field event folder b gm smith Ranch P Farm3 S gt Trimble oe STRIPTILL Event Summary Operator a ee Event Created Summary Created Latitude Longitude Field Area Total Boundaries Area Total Time Operador EPA License uuu Zi n ww S Harvest ea Farm Location 000000 r NN material 0d Target Application Method 000o0 fd Layer 1 UNKNOWN p thr 24m 40 o offset o 04 application width s E Rows s MOTE Totals are approximate values and may not be acceptable for customer invoice Consult local laws and regulations for customer invoicing procedures some regions require official weighing The Event Summary file may include the following images of the field Thisimage SS Shomsthe OO O vertical height of the GPS position Applied rate volume at which the spray boom applied solution GPS quality quality of the GPS signal Average XTE coverage layer degree of implement drift The file also shows information about The event 22 6 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Advanced Configuration 22 e The vehicle setup Tap the appropriate buttons to show or hide cov
161. ay Offset settings select the Step 3 tab 5 70 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Add a Freeplay Offset if the steering has greater freeplay in one direction than the other causing it to drive consistently to one side of the guidance line 6 Engage the system on the A B line Vehicle is offline Do the following To the left Increase the freeplay offset to the right To the right Increase the freeplay offset to the left Note If you are calibrating a 4WD articulated vehicle you may need to set the Motor Speed setting to Auto Low Note The Advanced Calibration tab is currently not available To access these options select the EZ Steer plugin Diagnostics from the main Configuration screen 7 Enter the parameters and then tap OK The EZ Steer Steering Calibration screen appears 8 Tap OK The Configuration screen appears EZ Steer plugin diagnostics The EZ Steer Diagnostics screen displays the SCM statistics and inertial information 1 From the Configuration screen select the EZ Steer plugin and then tap Diagnostics The EZ Steer Diagnostics screen appears This screen displays the roll and heading of the vehicle and the temperature of the steering control module EZ Steer Diagnostics serial Number 4750192113 Speed Connected Temperature Can t engage EZ Steer not calibrated D D E E teernng ren FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 71 5 Vehicle Guidance Opt
162. b on the Vehicle Controller Setup screen tap Edit Vehicle Profile Location bon Database new Model Browse HN FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 7 5 Vehicle Guidance Options There are a number of pre configured profiles for the various vehicle makes and models You can load them from Autopilot controller The majority of vehicle profiles are stored on the Autopilot controller Vehicle profile database file As additional profiles become available or are updated they are added to a vehicle profile database You can download the database and load profiles from it Saved file You can install an individual vehicle profile that you have previously saved 2 Inthe Vehicle Profile Location group select the source for the make and model Tap this button Then go to step From Controller new Selecting a new vehicle make and model from the list on 3 the Autopilot controller From Database new Selecting a new vehicle make and model from a database of vehicles vdb on the FmX integrated display If you need to obtain a vdb file contact your local reseller From Saved File Selecting a saved vehicle make and model from the 5 existing display cfg on the card Selecting a new vehicle make and model from the list on the Autopilot controller a From the drop down list select From Controller New b Tap the Model drop down box and then select the make and model that you require
163. but will not share coverage for the different events e To share coverage vehicles must have the same Client Farm Field Event To assist with setting these values so that they are the same the Field Selection page now has a Vehicle Sync button that allows you to select the settings of another vehicle if this appears in the Run screen Do the following 1 Click Vehicle Sync 2 Inthe Nearby Vehicles screen select the vehicle that you want to link with 3 Click Join This populates your screen with the same Client Farm Field Event used by the vehicle you are linking with and enables the link Note You can also click Vehicle Sync to create a Client Farm Field link but then you must rename the Event afterwards FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 11 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems Run screen This panel shows the display name of the vehicle currently occupied and the number of other vehicles in the field ARTOS SRE This part of the panel aaea p shows the other dizi alia vehicles in the field Tap the vehicle to view more detailed information 19 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 The Vehicle Sync plug in tab shows a list of all other vehicles that are connected To view another vehicles properties select it Distance 207 5 SW Chent TRIMBLE Farm OFFICE Field JAMES cube Event Plant Corn 2012 gt pg Sync HEN Swath Width 20
164. by the Blade Step amount FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 31 9 Water Management lower the blade by the Blade Step amount Auto engage automatic blade height control e starts the slope calculation e resets the height e resets the cut fill Delete Benchmark delete the benchmark at the current location DET ie Vou ao nar tave o dare overa verch o deete your implement width A shape file is created with cut fill and height information Defining a plane You can define a plane in the Plane Editor on the FmX integrated display To do this use at least one point as a pivot point and extra information based on direction and slope requirements The following figure show the required elements EEEn e a a ee Pivot The single benchmark where the plane is defined All slopes will pivot around this point Benchmark Primary The first axis upon which the slope is defined It has a Primary Slope and Primary Heading component The Primary Slope is defined as a negative number where water will fall along the primary axis Cross The second axis upon which the slope is defined The Cross Heading will always be 90 or 270 from the Primary Heading The Cross Slope is defined as a negative number where water will fall along the cross axis To define the plane by a single heading and slope then you should set the Cross Slope value to 0 000 Composite When both Primary and Cross slopes are defined the Composite Slope direction sh
165. capacity of the combine Moisture sensor Sensor value This is Shown as a percent of moisture and the raw sensor value which may be used by support or engineering if troubleshooting is necessary Temperature van be displayed in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius 18 22 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Inputs tab FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 23 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Yield Monitoring pop up messages E Comment o Unable to calibrate Yield monitor to calibrate Yield monitor Happens when Tare calibration fails when Tare calibration fails Invalid selection Please select one imis are MN the calibration Lt telnet MN user clicked on the wrong line in the Yield types below this item Monitor Calibration menu No Connection Please check connections User attempted to calibrate a device that is not connected Failed to detect yield sensor Some setup parameters cannot be edited because the yield monitor is not connected Yield sensor has not uploaded configuration into FmX Some setup parameters cannot be edited because they have not been received from the yield monitor Trimble Yield Monitor not found check cabling and Yield monitor not detected fuses check Yield Monitor Setup Trimble Moisture Sensor not found check cabling Moisture sensor not detected and fuses check Yield Monitor Setup One or more Yield Monitor devices were A device has bee
166. cide Each client may have several farms each of the farms may consist of several fields and each field may be broken into a number of events 2 8 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 Using the FmX integrated display Turning on the display Briefly hold down the power button for approximately half a second The display turns on and after a pause the Home screen appears The FmX integrated display has three main screens e Home screen e Configuration screen e Run screen To access each of these screens tap the appropriate button on the right of the display For more information see Control buttons page 5 Turning off the display Close all fields before you turn off the system To close a field see Closing a field page 6 There are several ways to turn off the display Return to the Home screen and then tap Shutdown e Hold down the power button on the reverse of the display for approximately half a second Note There is sometimes a short delay between the time when you tap the power button and when the display turns off This is because the display is saving settings FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 9 2 Display Overview Home screen Integrated Display The Home screen lists the following information about the display e The display build date firmware and hardware version e The Autopilot controller version date and serial number e The GPS receiver version correction
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168. ck3D_ lt date time gt dbf Track3D_ lt date time gt shx Swaths shp Swaths shx Swaths dbf Data Management 23 Folder wa Description le Data Dictionary Diagnostic Folder files ProgramLog txt Designs ProgramLog old Diagnostics Display logs FaultLog txt Autopilot faults EZ BoomFaultLog txt EZ Boom faults service messages messages_ gz messages gz 1 9 Operating system logs core gz Debug data Date Multiplane Designs Prescription Polygons prescriptionname prescriptionname shp Prescriptions files ESRI o NN prescriptionname E a MN lt prescriptionname gt shx Aglnfo GDX lt prescriptionname gt gdx TaskData Yield Yield points with attribute TaskData xml ID TLG lt xxxxx gt bin TLG lt xxxxx gt bin DiagnosticsMAutopilo Autopilot config Vehicle cfg LE System settings Screenshot num png Diagnostics screenshots AgGPS sSummaries lt Client Summary lt eventname gt _Summary txt _Farm_Field_Event gt For more information see Event folder page 10 The AgGPS folder FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 5 23 Data Management 23 6 The AgGPS folder stores system utility files and subfolders that contain the input and output files of the FmX integrated display See Prescriptions page 31 and Folders on the USB memory stick page 4 The following diagram shows system utility files and the data folders in the AgGPS folder save
169. closes sections when entering areas of overlap non apply zones or crossing boundaries Manual mode The sections are controlled by the user using the Field IQ system XE Tip You can switch from Automatic to Manual mode while traveling Master switch 5a Jump start position The same functions as in Master On are active plus the system is overridden to use a preset control speed the speed is set in the Setup screen Override tab 5b On position The sections and rate are ready to be commanded by the FmX integrated display e 5c Off position Sections are closed and rate is set to zero Note When you use Lock in Last Postion the valve is locked and the rate is controlled by an auxiliary master valve or section XX Tip Use the jump start function if you lose a GPS signal or you want to start applying before your implement is up to speed Note All systems must have a Field IQ master switch box FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 5 10 Field IQ Plugin Field IQ 12 section switch box optional Only one section switch box can be used on each system Each section switch is automatically assigned to the corresponding section The sections are read from left to right For example switch 1 assigns to the section furthest on the left when standing behind the implement For more information see the Hardware tab in Setup screen of the Field IQ plugin The section switches have different functions depending upon the
170. connected enter the passcode in the FmX display and then tap OK to send it to the modem When the modem is successfully unlocked a message appears on the FmX display reboot the modem Activating the DCM 300 modem The DCM 300 modem is available with either an HSDPA modem for use with GSM cellular networks globally or an EVDO modem for use with the Verizon wireless network in the United States Trimble offers services for the DCM 300 modem that can be purchased from a Trimble store Services include the VRS Now Ag correction service Sync data transfer Dispatch asset tracking and wireless data plans USA only FmX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 Configuring the DCM 300 modem 1 Install the VRS plugin For more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 2 To use VRS corrections the GPS Setup tab must be configured with a Correction type of Trimble VRS Manual Guidance GPS Receiver Settings Note The FmX display must be unlocked for RTK to use the Trimble VRS correction type 3 From the Configuration screen select the VRS plugin and then tap Setup The VRS Configuration screen appears 4 From the Device drop down list select the type of modem that is connected The default is DCM 300 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 5 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 5 Select the VRS Server Setup tab VRS Configuration L n F LH 1 t
171. curacy systems you must have all the settings correct The vehicle calibration screen tools are similar to those in the Autopilot Toolbox II software Notes on calibration e Before you perform vehicle calibration select the vehicle make and model on the Vehicle Setup screen See Selecting the vehicle page 7 e Nocalibration is required if the system is installed on a Cat MT 700 800 series equipped with the ISO option Common calibration items You can calibrate several aspects of the vehicle The calibrations that are available depend on which components are installed in the vehicle and system Four calibration options appear for all types of vehicle Note You must perform the Controller Orientation and the Roll Correction calibrations Description Controller Orientation Correctly associate the outputs of the Autopilot controller sensors with the direction of the vehicle Manual Override Required for platforms that employ a pressure transducer for the manual override function Change the default only if the operation of the manual override function is unacceptable Roll Antenna Compensates for antenna height and static roll caused by minor Compensation variations in the Autopilot controller and the GPS receiver mounting Line Acquisition How aggressively the vehicle approaches the guidance line For articulated and front wheel steered vehicles three additional calibration options appear FmX Integrated Display Use
172. d the change in height value that will trigger the filter Decay Time once the filter is triggered this will be the amount of time it takes to gradually resume using the raw GPS height 9 20 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Step 3 Calibrating the FieldLevel Il valve module Note Depending on the make and manufacturer of your vehicle the tractor computer may need to be put into a special mode Refer to the FieldLevel II Installation Guide for your vehicle type l From the Configuration screen select the FieldLevel II plugin and then tap Calibrate FieldLevel II Calibration 2 Set the vehicle throttle to 100 3 Tap Start The system performs its calibration sequence to test the speed at which the blade raises and lowers This process takes approximately 8 10 minutes To manually calibrate the valve enter values in the three Manual Calibration fields and then tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 21 9 Water Management 9 22 Step 4 Configuring the FieldLevel Il GPS receiver The FieldLevel II system uses its own GPS receiver to record the exact position of the leveling blade To configure this receiver l SA 4 D From the Configuration screen select the GPS Receiver option that is associated with the FieldLevel II plugin and then tap Setup WM Drain GPS Receiver Settings From the Receiver drop down list select which GPS receiver you will use for your FieldLev
173. d You must also enable Remote Output for each area feature individually in the Mapping plugin setup See Creating an area feature page 23 When Engaged nothing There are no options to set Remote output occurs when the system is engaged 5 lap OK 15 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Remote Output Plugin 15 Remote output is now configured If you are using Distance Based Pulse or When Within Area Feature calibrate the Lead Time setting to match your implement FmX Integrated Display User Guide 15 5 15 Remote Output Plugin Calibrating the lead time for your implement There is usually a gap between the time when the system generates a pulse and the time when that pulse triggers an action on the implement To compensate for this system delay you can set a lead time to trigger the pulse slightly early so that the action occurs at the correct location For this calibration you drive the vehicle along a line and back using the Remote Output plugin to mark points on the ground If the remote output is correctly calibrated the points that you generate when driving in both directions will be close together This section describes some implement calibration steps See also Chapter 7 Implement Configuration Do the following 1 Set the front back offset See page 6 2 Calibrate the front back offset See page 6 3 Set the lead time See page 7 Setting the front back offset N CAUTION You must configure t
174. d 5 nessa Ga 5 4 Configuring the Engage tab a9 9 ees neo 9 97908 2 9 99 318 9 78 906 909 903 BOR UR GS es 5 5 Configuring the Steering tab 22 5 5 Configuring the Advanced tab o sso es deb RA RR Ro Y Po URL RR CR ACIE ea 5 7 seu niuis P nee Raed a bee ee ee eae pee aye 5 7 Autopilot CAMOGAMOM T 5 9 Common calibration items scelere 5 9 Calibrating the Autopilot option llle 5 10 Configuring the controller orientation 0 0 00 eee eee ee eee 5 11 Configuring the manual override sensitivity llle 5 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Contents Calibrating the AutoSensedevice llle 5 14 Calibrating the steering angle sensor llle 5 14 Calibrating the automated steering deadzone 2 0 0 0 000 eee 5 17 Calibrating the proportional steeringgain llle 5 19 Configuring the antenna position and roll offset correction 5 22 Calibrating the line acquisition aggressiveness llle 5 26 Calibrating a tracked tractor es d oe da ien Rx ace eoe dRORROS UR eee ac eee al aces ds 5 27 Tracked vehicle steering wheel calibration 0 000 eee eee 5 30 Saving a velicle DEOH IG 5205264 por dde R3 ROREM eee eee eee ene add os 5 30 Configuring the GPS receiver 1 llle ee 5 32 Adjusting the Aggressiveness setting leere 5 32 Display n MONG 64466 teste ee ce eegee eee A RT TEES Pee eee EN SUE 5 32 Connecting t
175. d in the appendices of this manual and at ftp ftp trimble com pub open source FmX This software includes the DejaVu fonts which are licensed under the Bitstream Vera license terms available at http dejavu fonts org wiki index php title License and http www gnome org fonts 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2 1 February 1999 Copyright c 1991 1999 Free Software Foundation Inc 51 Franklin Street Fifth Floor Boston MA 02110 1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document but changing it is not allowed This is the first released version of the Lesser GPL It also counts as the successor of the GNU Library Public License version 2 hence the version number 2 1 Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it By contrast the GNU General Public Licenses are intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software to make sure the software is free for all its users This license the Lesser General Public License applies to some specially designated software packages typically libraries of the Free Software Foundation and other authors who decide to use it You can use it too but we suggest you first think carefully about whether this license or the ordinary General Public License is the better strategy to use in any particular case based on the explanations
176. d on a USB memory stick by the FmX integrated display Qe O d Ds irem i OK 19 C Ares a E AgGPS My Documents My Computer P Sia Local Disk C H dh DVD RW Orive D Bl SanDisk ImageMate E FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Client folder Data Management The Client folder stores a sub folder for each farm defined for the client The following diagram shows the Client folder and file organization LE PF AgGPS Data Smith Farms E M My Computer Wl Se Local Disk C 4 d DVD RW Drive D BB SanDisk ImageMate E B EAS C3 AB Lnes El C Autepiot El C Data FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 23 7 23 Data Management Farm folder The Zarm folder stores a subfolder for each field defined for the farm The following diagram shows the Zarm folder and file organization a I AgGF5 Data Smith FarmsMMeadowbrook Qu O 3 seo ip res KW E Address LO E voces pata Smith Farms Meadowbrook nesktap E My Documents H M My Computer Ser Local Disk C caa DVD RW Gree D Bg Sandisk Imagemate E E agers LC AB Lines E L5 E LZ Gata L3 Smith Farms 5 3 South Fek D Planting Field folder Each Field folder stores A subfolder for each event performed on the field See Event folder page 10 Three Swaths files If it is a bounded headland field t
177. d responses but can overshoot This improves the stability but can cause the steering to exhibit signs of instability introduce significant delays in the steering for example a tendency to excessively response and can cause the vehicle to oscillate overshoot from side to side Notes on performing the proportional steering gain calibration e Perform the Automatic Deadzone calibration immediately before you run the PGain calibration even if the Automatic Deadzone calibration has been performed in the past e Perform this calibration on a hard level surface that is free of obstructions e Maintain a vehicle speed above 1 6 kph 1 mph while you perform the calibration Increase the proportional gain up to the point just before any one of the following occurs e Slew times no longer decrease a low value is required e Overshoot exceeds 5 8 depending on the vehicle e Wheels noticeably shake near end stops FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 19 5 Vehicle Guidance Options To calibrate the proportional steering gain l Selectthe Valve P gain procedure from the calibration list See Autopilot calibration page 9 The first Autopilot Steering Gain Calibration screen appears Autopilot Steering Gain Calibration 2 Tap Run Slew Test A warning message appears 3 Tap Next N CAUTION The wheels can move abruptly during the Proportional Steering Gain procedure while the Autopilot system tests the hydraulic response t
178. d to the width that you will use for collecting interior points When you are not using FieldLevel GPS set the front back offset F B Offset to 0 In the Rows field enter 1 Operating the WM Survey plugin Run screen When the WM Survey plugin is installed the following tab appears on the main guidance screen the Run screen Create Delete Benchmark Benchmark AutoPlane Creating a survey Benchmarks Before you can create a survey you must set a benchmark a point at a known location When you are leveling you can use benchmarks to do two things e Return to a point in the field with known coordinates to re calibrate your exact position This may include setting the bucket on the ground or on a solid surface that will not be disturbed while you perform field leveling e Move the design up or down to match the field surface at that point The first benchmark you create on a field is called the master benchmark Field coordinates are calculated from this point Subsequent benchmarks are called benchmarks In either plan Or perspective view e A master benchmark appears as an orange flag labeled MB HB 9 6 FmXIntegrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 e Benchmarks appear as orange flags labeled with their corresponding number BB A master benchmark and several benchmarks shown in plan view Note You can choose for coordinates to be recorded with X Y and Height offsets from the master benchm
179. dance i Pivot guidance lines lines enclosed in headlands FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 13 3 Getting Started To select a swath pattern l OntheRun screen select the Mapping tab 2 Tap Swaths Description Guidance type tabs Allows you to select between Normal set swaths adapative Freeform swaths and other mapping features e Existing guidance lines Allows you to select a previously created guidance line e Guidance pattern Shows the type of swath selected 3 14 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 item Description Turn boundaries on or off Allows you to enable or disable boundaries for the field Also controls if section control will be affected by boundaries Shift button Allows for the shifting of the current line If the vehicle is sitting at the required location the amount of shift is pre populated If you require a specific shift amount you can enter it eo Line Management buttons Allows you to load or create a new line 3 Select the appropriate pattern from the drop down list on the right of the screen Creating a new line The type of line that you can create depends on the swath pattern that you selected Creating a straight line There are two ways to create a straight line e AB Line Define the start and end points e A Line Define a point on the line and the heading direction To create a straight AB Line 1 F
180. de For example if you set 0 5s the blade will raise for half a second when you turn off Auto mode Remote Input You can attach a remote for enabling and disabling Auto mode This remote is Auto controlled with the Remote Input Auto setting Configuring relative heights for all leveling models By default relative heights are enabled meaning coordinates are recorded relative to the master benchmark For field leveling or data collection you can set relative offsets so that the coordinates are recorded relative to the offsets set for the master benchmark You can set offsets in any of the following directions The X axis The Y axis e The height FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 19 9 Water Management The Relative Heights tab of the FieldLevel II Setup screen shows the following items Rem Description 0000000000000 Relative Select Enabled to use relative heights from the master benchmark Choose Disabled Heights to use GPS heights at all times Relative X If relative heights are enabled this is the X coordinate that will be applied to the master benchmark Relative Y If relative heights are enabled this is the Y coordinate that will be applied to the master benchmark Height Offset If relative heights are enabled this is the height value that will be applied to the master benchmark Force If Force Rebench is set to Yes and the field has been closed and opened again the Rebench system will not let you start work
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182. ding to Pause Direction vehicle is facing relative to the paused vehicle position directly ahead 0 directly behind 180 Impl Altitude The current height of the implement Impl CMR Percent The percentage of radio CMR packets received by the implement GPS receiver over the last 100 seconds Impl Correction Age The age of the corrections used by the implement receiver Impl Correction Type The correction type used by the implement receiver The distance that the implement is to the east of the field origin point a negative Impl East number means the implement is to the west of the field origin point Impl Engaged Time The time that the implement has been engaged Impl GPS Status The status of the GPS correction used for the implement Impl H Error Horizontal error An estimation of the level of precision of the implement GPS position in 2 dimensions Impl HDOP The Horizontal Dilution of Precision of the implement receiver A measure of accuracy based on the geometry of the satellites in the sky If the satellites are near each other in the sky the HDOP is higher lower is better Impl North The distance that the implement is to the north of the field origin point a negative number means the implement is to the south of the field origin point Impl Nudge Trim The amount of nudge or trim currently applied to the implement position Impl Offline Dist The distance away from the guidance line Im
183. distance that the secondary blade receiver is to the east of the field origin point a negative number means the receiver is to the west of the field origin point S GPS Status The GPS correction type that the secondary blade GPS receiver is currently using S H Error Horizontal error An estimation of the level of precision of the secondary blade GPS position in 2 dimensions S HDOP The Horizontal Dilution of Precision of the secondary blade receiver A measure of accuracy based on the geometry of the satellites in the sky If the satellites are near each other in the sky the HDOP is higher lower is better S North The distance that the secondary blade receiver is to the north of the field origin point a negative number means the receiver is to the south of the field origin point S Offset A separate plane that is parallel to the design plane The offset if defined by a single measurement which is the height that the offset plane is from the design plane S Offset X The Relative Position X offset from the master benchmark S S Offset Y Y The Relative Position Y offset from the master benchmark S e The number of satellites the system is currently being received by the FieldLevel II GPS receiver S Section Line Number The line number of the secondary blade S SSped The speed of the vehicle as reported The speed of the vehicle as reported by the secondary blade GPS receiver the secondary blade GPS receiver
184. e Getting Started 3 Pausing guidance You can pause guidance and return to your position later To pause guidance from the Run screen tap Pause When you do this the following happens e A pause icon appears at the point where your vehicle was e The status text shows the distance and angle required to return to that point e Swath snapping occurs to the pause position it does not follow your vehicle e Your position is saved to a file on the display You can then close the field and turn off the display When you next open that field you will be guided back to your former position When you return to your former position tap Resume Adjusting the status text size You can control the size of the status text items that are shown at the top of the Run screen You can show one of the status text items in a large size or both status text items in a smaller Size Description Bampe O One large status text item Two smaller status text items To cycle through the status text item display modes tap the items at the top of the screen FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 27 3 Getting Started Introduction to coverage logging Coverage logging records the area that you have covered when you carry out an operation for example applying fertilizer to a field The covered area appears on the Run screen as a translucent yellow area that shows skips as well as single double and triple coverage Sin
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186. e AgRemote interface refer to the AgRemote Software Guide for AgGPS Receivers on www trimble com FmX Integrated Display User Guide 6 7 6 The GPS Receiver Enabling NMEA message output The NMEA message formats are a standard format through which GPS receivers can communicate If you have an external device connected to the Autopilot controller you can enable NMEA message output from the controller so that the device receives NMEA GPS positions The messages are output through the NavController harness laptop connector Some GPS receivers can output NMEA messages to an external device To do this l Onthe Configuration screen select the GPS Receiver option and then tap Setup The GPS Receiver Settings screen appears 2 Tap NMEA Output NMEA Message Output Settings 3 Select the appropriate Message Rate and then the Baud Rate 4 Inthe Messages Enabled group select the appropriate NMEA message types to output Do not just enable all formats 5 Tap OK to continue Note To enable NMEA output from another receiver for example the GPS receiver connected to an TrueTracker system controller select the plugin for that receiver in the plugin list 6 8 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide The GPS Receiver 6 Enabling radar output The FmX integrated display can convert GPS speed into an analog frequency that is identical to output from a radar speed sensor Radar pulses are available from port C or port D of the di
187. e Calibration Note Do not perform the auto tuning function if you have loaded a preset configuration file Use the predefined configuration settings appropriate for your vehicle Drive Settings Turn the master switch on and vary the rates Adjust values if needed Field IQ Drive Calibration Shows the results and drive limits of your calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 43 10 Field IQ Plugin Flow Calibration From the Field JQ Calibration screen select Flow Calibration under the valve you want to calibrate The Planter Calibration screen appears Planter Calibration l Inthe Calibrate tab enter the following Description Seeds Per Disk The number of seed openings per disk plate Shaft Encoder Pulses per revolution Constant Calibration Constant A calculated value that the system determines during calibration This field allows you to adjust for inconsistencies in the seed meters To start out leave the value at 1 000 After the calibration test the system may adjust this number Follow the on screen insttructions to test the settings you entered 10 44 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 2 Select the Limits tab to show an overview of the limits that are set Operating in the field 1 From the Home screen tap ef 2 From the Current Configurations screen configure the display vehicle implement settings and then tap OK 3 From the Field Selection scr
188. e and then turning the wheel until EZ Steer disengages To adjust the amount of force required to disengage the system change the Override Sensitivity in the EZ Steer Setup screen The EZ Steer system automatically disengages when e The vehicle is outside the engage limits configured in the Engage Options screen e The system is paused e GPS positions are lost e The Minimum Fix Quality setting is set to a high accuracy correction method and the system receives low accuracy positions for example no corrections e To manually disengage the system do one of the following Tapthe engage button on the main guidance screen or press the engage button on the optional remote control Turn the steering wheel to override the electric motor Press the optional remote engage foot pedal FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 73 5 Vehicle Guidance Options When the system is not in use hinge the motor away from the steering wheel and then secure it with the lock pin EZ Steer plugin screen The EZ Steer tab on the Run screen shows the current nudge increment and online aggressiveness values e Tap either the lt or gt button to increase or decrease the Nudge Increment setting by the distance set in the Steering Settings setup screen e Tap either the or button to increase or decrease the Online Aggressiveness setting by 5 The default value is set in the Steering Settings setup screen Vehicle specific perfor
189. e gt dbf are in metric units The following information is stored for each point in the track logging attribute file Column Field deseipton O OO i Weson fekau tevin pooo Status_Text GPS status description Num Stats Number of GPS satellites Horizontal Dilution of Precision a measure of the quality of positions based on satellite geometry Corct Age DGPS signal correction age 23 12 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 Column Heddeeipion Umimotes Swath um Curentawathheadlandnumber Units Units metric Trg mewetrmesteswenpodn Pace eh CN Rote Target The target application rate when serial rate control TAC or Field IQ are used As applied The actual rate applied by the rate control system when serial rate control TAC or Field IQ are used The NDVI values recorded when using the GreenSeeker plugin Note Not currently implemented Total Qty Total volume of material as applied for the current field Only supported for the Aerial Flow Controller Autocal Flow controller and Crophawk Flow Meter Event History file The EventHistory dbf file contains information on every event carried out in the field Datethefeldwas opened 7 Date open Date the field was opened Time the field was opened Date close Date the field was closed Time close Time the field was closed Duration Length of time that the field was open seconds FmX Integrated Display Get
190. e is stationary Jump start is also used when GPS has become unavailable Jump Start Timeout This is a Timeout setting for the Jump Start Speed which allows you to run the jump start for a specified amount of time Note Auto control resumes if Jump Start Speed is exceeded by Ground Speed Shutoff Speed This setting controls when to shut the system down if the implement drops below the specified speed Minimum Override This setting maintains the application rate when the implement s actual speed drops Speed below the value entered It is used to ensure consistent material flow during slow speeds Apply Latency to e Yes The system starts when needed to begin applying immediately when crossing a Boundary boundary No The system starts when the boundary is reached and any mechanical delay could leave a gap between the boundary and where the product is applied When GPS accuracy is low this is the preferred selection Note This setting only applies to fields that have a boundary Note This setting is also applied when you exit an exclusion zone and return to the workable area of the field Rate Snapping This setting is used to smooth out the rate fluctuation seen on the screen If you are with in the allowable error you will see the applied rate just show your target rate FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 21 10 Field IQ Plugin Coefficient tab Material Details None Material aars Operation Coefficient Coeff
191. e of the feature 2 Ifthe area feature will be a section of land that can be included in area calculations set the Productive Area button to Yes If it is unproductive land set the button to No 3 To select the feature appearance color tap Color 4 Ifa signal pin is attached to the system set the Remote Output button to Enabled This enables you to trigger a pulse to an external device when you enter or exit this area 5 From the Trigger Warning list select one of the following settings Description No warning appears Entering Area A warning appears while you are inside the area A warning appears while you are outside the area Note The Remote Output and Trigger Warning settings relate only to this type of area feature They do not apply to any of your other area features You must set the warning for each type of area feature individually 6 Tap OK The new area feature appears in the Area list 7 Select the new feature from the list and then tap OK The new feature appears on the button you selected 8 Tap OK For more information on applying field features during navigation see Placing field features on screen page 26 Activating field boundaries The FmX integrated display includes the field boundary feature that enables you to map multiple bounded areas within a field Field boundaries create a separate boundary file that can be used to calculate area and control automatic section switching at the edge
192. e same speed as you would normally use during operation Running the system empty look at the elevator speed This number must be correct typically between 12 20 Hz Run the tare calibration The tare value represents the measured thickness of the paddles and should be approximately correct it is more important that the number is consistent than that is exactly right If the measured value is considerably higher than expected check the entered values for paddle spacing and check that the optical sensors are not being obscured by the support brackets on the paddles If the measured value is considerably lower than expected recheck the entered paddle spacing and the elevator speed If both are correct low tare should not be a problem FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 e Tare Deviation indicates how much variation there is in the measurement of the paddle size Normally this number should be less than the size of the paddle itself If this number is excessively large check the installation for interference or opportunities for excessive vibration like a poorly tensioned elevator chain Flow calibration Calibrating the Trimble Yield Monitoring system across the full range of flows will improve the accuracy of the system To get a good calibration do the following e Select calibration loads where the conditions are consistent where the crop quality is even the ground is as level as possible and
193. e seeds dispensed during the calibration N CAUTION Moving parts during this operation Ensure the implement is safe to operate 5 Tap Test a The system asks if you would like to prime the system Tap Yes To to ensure that the seed disk is full the system turns the seed disks one revolution b Turn on the master switch to prime the system and then when prompted on screen turn off the master switch c Inthe Number of Seed Meter Revolutions enter a value and then tap Start The higher the number of revolutions the more accurate the calibration Five to 10 revolutions is recommended FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 39 10 Field IQ Plugin d Follow the on screen prompts of operating the master switch After the system turns the specified number of revolutions enter the number of seeds dispensed per row and then tap Continue e The next screen shows the minimum and maximum speeds for the target rate specified Tap OK and then either press Test to repeat the calibration or tap OK to continue 6 Select the Limits tab to show an overview of the limits that are set Planter Calibration KE Rate Controller 490375801425 Calibrate Limits M Speed 8 96 mph 11 20 mph 7 Tap OK 8 Repeat Step 1 through Step 7 for other Rawson Control Modules that need calibration Hydraulic test The purpose ofthis test is to exercise the hydraulics to establish whether there is sufficient oil flow to run the
194. e sensor or update the calibration 18 10 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 General setup information Before setting up the Yield Monitoring plugin on the FmX integrated display ensure that e All components are installed on the vehicle Refer to the nstallation Guide that is shipped with every Yield Monitoring kit e The Yield Monitoring plugin has been added to the FmX integrated display configuration See Adding or removing a plugin page 4 e The implement has been set up and configured for the appropriate operation See Chapter 7 Implement Configuration FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 11 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Setting up the Yield Monitoring plugin In the Configuration screen select the Yield Monitoring plugin and then tap Setup e Setup see page 12 e Operation see page 13 e Crop see page 14 e Map Legend see page 15 e Serial see page 15 e Options see page 16 The following yield monitoring systems are supported e Trimble Yield Monitoring e Claas 670 and 700 series North America only e John Deere 60 and 70 series e Serial data input Note The Serial tab is not available when you are setting up a Trimble Yield Monitoring Claas or John Deere module Setup tab ROIS PROTHEON IUE Ll Lith Enter information about the combine you are using a ie Select the make of combine you are using Series Select the series of combine you are using 18
195. e shown here You will need to modify your values to fit your circumstances and meet the local field and delivery system conditions 11 20 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 Best practice To ensure best performance from the GreenSeeker variable application system do the following Do not use high pressure spray on the sensors when rinsing the machine Even though all of the connectors and modules are fully sealed there is the potential of leakage from a pressurized stream Every time the spray tank is filled take a soft cloth and wipe the lenses of the sensors Try to check sensors at least once a day during full time operation Be more aware of cleaning the sensors directly behind the machine If you do not have ground protection devices on the boom such as gauge wheels or skids take extra care to not run the boom into the ground Also be aware of sensor vulnerability to stationary structures in the field Sensors are usually mounted on the front of the boom and do not have rigid protection Rinse the boom at the end of every day Do this to keep the system clean and remove to any corrosive materials Doing so will greatly extend the life of your machine Sensors should be re calibrated after approximately 1000 hours of use due to possible changes in light output This is generally done at the factory or authorized service center Sensors have an optimum operating range of 32 48 above the crop can
196. e the nitrogen rich strip is most apparent in comparison to the rest of the field this indicates greatest potential for the crop 6 Take sensor readings with RT200 or Hand Held sensor for input to your selected Crop Algorithm 7 Be sure to match nozzles and or rate control system to maximize response time and performance for each field s requirements For more information see Delivery System and Liquid Control page 19 for more details and be sure to consult your application equipment and rate control systems manuals as applicable Field preparations for user defined rate The RT200 system can be used to apply other materials than Nitrogen The GreenSeeker plugin for the FmX integrated display permits a custom algorithm to be entered which is a table of product values versus the NDVI value These values are entered into the Custom Formula Application table see Defining a Custom Table page 15 Note The values in the table are only an example the grower consultant must develop these rates Also be aware of the rate range ability of your specific rate controller and nozzles used to achieve these results FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 Example of field calibration The photo shows a grower using a GreenSeeker hand held to measure the NDVI of a crop the grower knew the approximate desired rate for Note The NDVI can also be measured using the GreenSeeker RT200 by observing NDVI values on the GreenS
197. ect Roll Antenna Correction from the calibration list see page 9 Autopilot Roll Antenna Compensation Aight ot the line 2 Before changing these settings complete the following procedures Notes on configuring the antenna position e Before configuring the antenna compensation make sure that The Autopilot system is completely set up The Autopilot software is properly configured The correct GPS corrections are enabled You read this section carefully e Ifmultiple GPS technologies will be used for example RTK and SBAS use the technology with the highest accuracy when you perform the Roll Correction calibration Setting the antenna height above the ground Place the tractor on a flat level surface 1 1 2 Measure the distance from the ground to the base of the GPS receiver or antenna 3 Enter this value in the Antenna Height Above Ground field FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 2 Setting the antenna distance from the fixed axle 1 Place the tractor on a flat level surface 2 Measure the distance from the fixed axle to the center of the GPS receiver or antenna 3 Enter this value into the Antenna Distance from Fixed Axle field Enter a negative value if the GPS receiver antenna is to the rear of the fixed axle The nose of the vehicle is considered the forward direction 3 Configuring the roll offset correction Use one of the following methods to calculate the roll off
198. ection lines It is also for designing an Autoplane surface where you can create a best fit plane through a surveyed field and balance the cut and fill to your requirements D FieldLevel II single Used when there is a single antenna on a scraper or tile plow control o Blade step Use the up and down arrows to manually adjust the grade of the scraper or tile plow blade Blade position indicators Design button Engage this button to design a field slope and orientation or in the case of Autoslope you can set the design parameters for the tile or surface ditch profile When you use the FmX integrated display to provide guidance for example guiding to a contour guidance is displayed on the virtual lightbar at the top of the screen When you use the display to show field leveling information blade position indicators appear on the Run screen Example Green bar in center The blade is at the correct target height it is within the On Grade Limit Small red arrow pointing up The blade is beyond the On Grade Limit value below the target height Large red arrow pointing up The blade is considerably below the target height more than double the On Grade Limit value 9 24 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Bm perin o e Small red arrow pointing down The blade is beyond the On Grade Limit value above the target height Large red arrow pointing down The blade is considerably above the target height
199. ed display EZ Steer Description Trimble part number Antenna cable 50449 FmX basic power cable 67258 FmX power cable 66694 FMX power bus 67259 FmX to EZ Steer cable 75742 0 EZ Steer motor cable 62257 1 Use the FmX to EZ Steer cable to connect the EZ Steer system to the display Note The CAN cable connects to either the C or D port on the rear of the FmX integrated display 2 Attach the EZ Steer controller to the dash Use the provided bracket 5 64 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Calibrating and configuring the EZ Steer system The calibration configures the T2 roll calibration and the EZ Steer system Angle per Turn Aggressiveness and Freeplay settings Before you calibrate the vehicle do the following e Ensure that the vehicles hydraulic oil is up to operating temperature Refer to the vehicle documentation e Ensure that the tire pressure is correct e Perform initial calibration without an implement or with the booms folded in on a high clearance sprayer After initial calibration is completed you can fine tune the settings with the implement or booms folded out e Choose a field with the smoothest possible surface and perform calibration at the normal operating speed for the vehicle The EZ Steer calibration process requires a straight A B line If you do not create an A B line before you begin the calibration the system prompts you
200. ed plugins to add or remove display options This manual contains a description of all the plugins however it is unlikely that you will use all of the plugins Technical assistance If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation contact your local reseller Technical Support To contact Trimble Technical Support 1 Goto the Trimble website www trimble com 2 Click the Support button at the top of the screen The Support A Z list of products appears 3 Scroll to the bottom of the list Click the submit an inquiry link A form appears 5 Complete the form and then click Send Alternatively you can send an email to trimble_support trimble com Your comments Your feedback about the supporting documentation helps us to improve it with each revision Email your comments to ReaderFeedback trimble com FmX Integrated Display User Guide 1 1 1 Introduction 1 2 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview In this chapter System components Using the FmX integrated display Installing the display Connecting the display Inserting a memory stick into the USB socket External lightbar s CHAPTER The FmX integrated display is a touch sensitive screen that runs field management software This chapter introduces the FmX integrated display and some of the basic operations Also covered is the usage of the FmX integrated displays mapping and guida
201. eeker Run screen or using the calibration function FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 9 11 GreenSeeker Plugin Operating the GreenSeeker Plugin 11 10 The GreenSeeker system requires the one of the following applications to be active on the FmxX integrated display e The Field IQ system e Serial Rate Control system Calibrate the GreenSeeker system through the Run screen on the FmX integrated display Before calibration you must collect or input reference strip data to the FmX integrated display Do this with either the boom mounted sensors on the RT200 or with the GreenSeeker hand held sensor prior to application If you use the RT200 interface module for variable rate control you must set up the application equipment and rate controller to match the expected delivery rate commands Preparing the GreenSeeker plugin To configure variable rate application on the FmX integrated display do the following l Power up the RT200 interface module and the rate controller if required The RT200 interface modules green Power LED will blink three times accompanied by three beeps when the unit is first turned on Following this the Status LED will blink in time with each transmission of sensor data over the CAN bus Expect to see a brief green flash followed by a red flash at the I M message rate typically at 0 5sec this indicates that data from the left green flash and right red flash CAN ports is being transmitted 2
202. een select the required client farm field event settings and then tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 45 10 Field IQ Plugin Air Seeder calibration Calibrating the implement lift switch l From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the Implement Lift option 2 Raise the implement and then tap Next 3 Lower the implement and then tap Next 4 Tap OK to return to the Field IQ Calibration screen Calibrating the modules Calibrate the modules to ensure that your system performs at the level you require The Field IQ Calibrate option only appears on the Configuration screen if you have at least one Field IQ Rawson control module or Rate control module set up to control the rate 1 From the Configuration screen select the Field IQ plugin and then tap Calibrate 2 From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the operation under the Module that you would like to calibrate The message Not calibrated appears at the end of the modules that need calibration Note Calibration screens will vary slightly if you are using a linear actuator Note Before priming the system the Automatic Manual Switch on the master switch box must be in the manual position Note If you have an impelement lift switch calibrate it first See above Field IQ Calibration 10 46 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 3 Select Drive Calibration and then tap OK The Drive Calibration screen appears this screen h
203. eenstar Monitor 18 31 Configuring the Stop Head Height on the Command Center 18 31 Sole NI ee E E cee eee eR a 18 32 Updating the Moisture Sensor 60 Series combines only 18 35 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 1 IDCNESOUTIISHOIIE sode xb erens nre 9 72393239591 95 9 R08 Abe eee TER ee S 19 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 20 21 22 23 Contents Introduction to the DCM 300 modem 2 0002 eee eee eee 19 2 Benefits of using a DCM 300 modem 00 0 eee eee eee 19 2 Connecting the DCM 300 modem s 44 222 ee8 en 4 PEG e be ooo go Hee dos 19 3 Unlocking the DCM 300 modem with passcodes 0002000 19 4 Activating the DCM 300 modem 1 2 2 ee 19 4 Configuring the DCM 300 modem 24626445 ee dha MESE RS EUR aha cae ees 19 5 nudo P 19 7 Connecting the hardware PCR 19 7 Display Setini T MP 19 9 RUO iurc PP er a era 19 12 Creatine guidance INES a oou adoi aa a a a aaa a D a 19 14 CON Erer eE e eee e a 19 15 We OON Mod N eee en aeneae a e he ee e ee ee eee 19 16 Introduction to the Ag3000 modem 1 2 ee 19 16 Connecting the Ag3000 modem eee 19 16 Activating the Ag3000 modem l leere 19 17 Configuring the Ag3000 modem llle 19 17 EZ Remote Joystick ssc ced woo ee ew RR 20 1 MCGUITCINCHIG 44 cutee anae teth ee ee Gh hit eee oes tek eee ee Bea 20 2
204. eference area Establish the NRS in a representative reference portion of the field i e not in high spot or low spot The rate of N necessary to establish a NRS is crop and region dependent and should be equivalent to the highest rate necessary to satisfy crop needs throughout the growing season The rest of the field is referred to as the Non Reference Non Ref portion It may also be referred to as the N limited area or farmer practice region For best results the RT200 should be used to read the NRS and apply N at growth stages dependent upon the crop algorithm used For most supplied algorithms this is typically e Wheat Feekes growth stage 4 6 e Corn V8 V12 For updated specific algorithm instructions see www GreenSeeker com In order for the sensors to accurately determine NDVI for topdressing or sidedressing plant coverage should be at least 50 The RT200 system with RT Commander can use the sensor mounted booms to read the NRS or the GreenSeeker Hand Held sensor can be used to determine field conditions To collect sensor readings for the NRS the boom mounted sensor or handheld sensor should be passed over the crop at 32 48 above the canopy A large area of the NRS and Non Reference portion of the field should be sensed to accurately determine their respective NDVI values Once the NDVI values have been measured they can be entered into the GreenSeeker plugin on the FmX integrated display This can be done automat
205. el system It is recommended that you select Internal Primary when configuring the display as a stand alone FieldLevel II system but you can use an external GPS receiver If you are also using the Autopilot system it is recommended that you use Internal Secondary as the Autopilot system will be occupying the Internal Primary receiver From the Corrections drop down list select RTK for all FieldLevel II applications Set the Network ID to the same network ID that is set in the base station receiver Tap OK The FieldLevel II plugin is now configured and ready to use FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Operating the FieldLevel Il plugin Run screen The FmX integrated displays Run screen changes when the FieldLevel II plugin is installed It can also change depending which leveling model is selected Create Benchmark Virtual lightbar Provides guidance with illuminated LEDs When using the FieldLevel II Contour leveling model the virtual lightbar can be used for levee marking Also in the Autoslope leveling model it will guide you onto the design alignment when installing tile or cleaning a surface ditch o e Status items tab Open to view a variety of text information regarding the operation of the FmX integrated display o Primary cut fill Primary cut fill indicator When the blade is below grade the up arrow is red indicator thin is close thick is a long way off When the bl
206. eld IQ Rate and Section control module installed l 2 From the Configuration screen select the Field IQ plugin and then tap Calibrate From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the Rate and Section Control Module to calibrate Field IQ Calibration Note If you have an implement lift switch calibrate it first See above FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Drive Calibration From the Field JQ Calibration screen select Drive Calibration under the valve you want to calibrate The Field Q Calibration screen has four tabs Drive Limits Enter the minimum and maximum flow values Field IQ Drive Calibration Auto Tuning N WARNING Moving parts during this operation Ensure that the implement is safe to operate Follow the on screen instructions to auto tune the system Field IQ Drive Calibration Note Do not perform the auto tuning function if you have loaded a preset configuration file Use the predefined configuration settings appropriate for your vehicle FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 49 10 Field IQ Plugin Drive Settings Turn the master switch on and vary the rates Adjust values if needed Field IQ Drive Calibration Shows the results and drive limits of your calibration Flow calibration From the Field JQ Calibration screen select Flow Calibration under the valve you want to calibrate The Rate and Section Control Flow Calibration screen appears Rate
207. eld Monitoring run screen has two pages e Page 1 shows current information about an event and allows you to manipulate the materials and sections You can edit the information that appears on this page e Page 2 shows the current data of the event You can edit the information that appears on this page in the Edit Overview tab The following shows the Yield Monitoring run screen with the Loads and Calibration page QOOOOQOQOQOOQOOLMAMJQOQOOQOQOOQOOQOO 25 gt Description Current event Tap any item to make changes information Yield Monitoring plugin icon Loads and Calibration Tap to view loads and edit load names or calibrate yield and moisture FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 7 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Be NN New Load End Load _ Tap to start new load or end current load Engage button Green Auto guidance engaged Yellow Auto guidance can be engaged Red Auto guidance cannot be engaged Logging button Green Logging enabled Red Logging not enabled Tap the left arrow on the right hand side to disable logging on the rows from right to left Tap the right arrow on the left hands side to disable logging on the rows from left to right Shows the logging status of each section of the combine header Green Harvesting and logging are working as normal Red Logging has been manually disabled The swath area has been reduced by up to one sixteenth per red line Grey Active rows have
208. ements of 0 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 3 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Test weight The Trimble Yield Monitoring system measures the volume of grain passing through the combine and estimates the weight by multiplying the measured volume by the test weight Therefore an accurate measurement of test weight is required in order to achieve an accurate total weight measurement To ensure the best results e Recheckthe test weight whenever the field conditions change significantly either when harvesting different varieties or when the moisture level of the crop changes e Take several samples of test weight on calibration loads and use the average of these samples when calibrating Operation How you operate your combine can also affect your accuracy Consider the following e Calibration will be most effective if you operate your combine at the same conditions as you used during calibration e Frequent starts and stops during a load could degrade the overall accuracy of the load 18 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Definitions Clean Grain Elevator After grain has been separated from the rest of the plant the clean grain auger moves the grain from the separator to the grain bin Grain Bin The hopper on the combine that is filled with clean grain as harvest progresses Header Height A sensor that indicates the position of the head The load of grain that has been harvested OEM Mois
209. enables you to e Conserve precious water resources e Reduce erosion and conserve topsoil e Perform touch up leveling each year to avoid expensive land leveling services e Help control the water table using WM Drain drainage features e Use RTK GPS technology which has a significantly larger operating range than a laser and no vertical limit e Work with your existing Agriculture guidance products to manage your fields with one collective system For example you can connect the Autopilot system to the FmX integrated display at the same time as the water management implement e Manually control the FieldLevel II system with the EZ Remote joystick or with custom switches controlled by a Signal Input Module SIM Requirements of the Water Management system The Water Management system requires e An FmX integrated display with or without the Autopilot system e A platform kit to suit your vehicle and valve type P N 55045 xx e An unlock code for the FmX integrated display water management functionality e A leveling or drainage implement Installation For installation instructions refer to the FieldLevel II System Installation Instructions that are specific to your vehicle FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 3 9 Water Management Configuration Install the WM Survey plugin for more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 To configure the plugin 1 From the Configuration screen select the WM Survey
210. ent Setup dialog Note If you set Application Offset to zero you will not be able to select Drawbar for the Type in the Geometry tab ampaemenr Type Muasunemenis cenmerny inara Sarena 10 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 The Measurement options are Swath Width The distance between guidance lines This is typically the working width of your implement vehicle or header Application Width The width of a pass including any overlap This measurement is reflected by the coverage map on the display Application Offset The distance between the tractor and the implement e Guidance Only This is measured from the fixed axle of the vehicle to the location where the coverage will be mapped Used to reference from the vehicle to the implement application point Field IQ Measured from the fixed axle of the vehicle to the implement tool bar The offset is measured from the fixed axle of the vehicle to the point on the implement where coverage logging will be mapped The fixed axle varies depending on vehicle type e Rear axle on front steering tractors and self propelled sprayers e Front axle on 4 x 4 articulated tractors e Center of tracks on tracked tractor Number of rows that are covered by the implement Left Right Offset This measurement adjusts the tractor path so that an offset implement is centered on the guidance line It is measured from the center of the vehicle ot the c
211. ent blade to measure and control its elevation The FieldLevel II design defines the three dimensional height for the field and controls how the implement reshapes the ground The FieldLevel II system automatically raises and lowers the blade on the implement to match the design height anywhere in the field The color cut fill map simple on screen adjustments and automatic blade control makes leveling easy e For improved productivity when leveling a field the FieldLevel II system supports tandem or dual scraper implements With a tandem system the second scraper is also controlled by GPS which means that you can work in areas requiring cuts and fill two scraper buckets before you have to empty the scrapers With a dual system an antenna on each side of the scraper controls two independent cylinders This creates a more accurate surface by controlling the height of both ends of the scraper Terminology A cutis a point on the field where dirt needs to be removed A cut occurs when the existing field is higher than the proposed field surface A fill is a point on the field where dirt must be added A fill occurs when the existing field is lower than the proposed field surface A neutralis a point on the field where the existing and proposed elevations are the same No dirt needs to be moved at this location FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Benefits of the Water Management system The Water Management system
212. ent steering Implement steering Vehicle steering Is engaged Is engaged FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 9 13 TrueTracker Plugin Configuring the Engage button You can set the Engage button to work in two different ways In the Two stage engage list select the appropriate option Implement Setup ES old a CN PE OC LN E The Engage button requires multiple taps to engage e The first tap engages implement steering e The second tap engages the vehicle steering e The third tap disengages both implement and vehicle steering The Engage button engages with one tap e The first tap engages implement and vehicle steering e The second tap disengages both implement and vehicle steering Configuring the implement Configure an implement so that the system can tell e which type of implement is attached e how much area it covers e how far it is offset See Chapter 7 Implement Configuration Note When you enter the number of implement sections if the implement does not have sections enter 1 13 10 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Calibrating the implement l From the Configuration screen select the TrueTracker plugin and then tap Calibrate Implement Controller Setup controler Orientation 2 Select an item to configure and then tap OK 3 Configure the selected item Steering gain page 15 Roll antenna correction page 20 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 11 1
213. enter of the implement or header Setting up the implement geometry implement Type Measurements Geometry Overlap Switches Hitch be Groumd Contact Paint In the Geometry tab of the Implement Setup screen do the following 1 Select the Type This selection controls how the implement is modeled The options are Hitch 3 pt This means that the implement is mounted to the vehicle and is modeled in this way FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 13 10 Field IQ Plugin Drawbar This means that the implement is being pulled and is modeled in this way Note If Application Offset is set to zero in the Implement Type tab you cannot select Drawbar 2 Set the Geometry Measurements Some measurements are only available if the Implement Monitoring TrueGuide or TrueTractor plugins are active The Measurement options are Measurement Description Hitch to Ground Measured from the tractor hitch pin to the soil engagement point that the Contact Point implement rotates about For planters this is typically the seeding units or the midpoint of several rows of tools Antenna Front Back Measured from the implement working point to the center of the GPS Offset antenna This is used only when an GPS antenna is mounted on the implement When using the TrueGuide system minimize the antenna offset position If an antenna offset is required set the left right offset first then limit the offset to the forward dista
214. er to the grade 9 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 5 Select the Relative Heights tab Survey Setup 6 Select Enabled from the Relative Heights drop down list By default coordinates are recorded relative to the master benchmark Setting the relative positions establishes the coordinates of the master benchmark when it is set These coordinates are then used for field leveling and topographic mapping every time the field is opened You can set the relative position using these values the X axis coordinate Relative X the Y axis coordinate Relative Y the height Height Offset 7 Enter the appropriate offset in each field and then tap OK to return to the Survey Setup screen Tip To view relative offset values on the Run screen set the offsets as status text items on the slide out tab 8 Select whether or not the system will force you to rebench each time that you reload the field Note If you configure the Force Rebench setting to No the RTK base station must be placed in exactly the same position for the field to be correct FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 5 9 Water Management Configuring the implement for leveling drainage 1 From the Configuration screen select Implement and then tap Setup 2 Configure each tab in the Implement Setup screen For more information see Adjusting the implement settings page 6 Note For a multiplane survey set the Swath Width fiel
215. erage area and or area features If any Prescriptions are available a prescriptions button is also available To view a summary report on an office computer 1 Remove the CompactFlash card from the display and then insert it into an office computer 2 Select the folder AgGPS Summaries and then open the file Index html 3 Select the appropriate field from the list Note If you use the Microsoft Internet Explorer9 internet browser you may need to allow ActiveX technology to see all of the summary file FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 22 7 22 Advanced Configuration Upgrading the FmX integrated display firmware 22 8 l 2 3 Transfer the new firmware file from www trimble com to your office computer Connect the FmX integrated display USB memory stick to your office computer Unzip the firmware file and then save it to the root folder of the USB memory stick Insert the USB memory stick into the USB socket on the rear of the FmX integrated display Press the Power button on the rear of the display to turn on the FmX integrated display and then wait for the Home screen to appear Tap Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade screen appears Select a firmware file from the Firmware list and tap Upgrade Once the upgrade is complete tap OK The system restarts FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Advanced Configuration 22 Upgrading the Field IQ system firmware You can use the display to upgrade
216. erating the FieldLevel II plein 2ieous8 eeer ed R vx een d deers EE es 9 23 Importing control files from the Multiplane software 9 27 Working with MultiPlane designs llle 9 28 Leveling model specific information l llle 9 29 Driving in Point and SlOpeMOde 4 s ceseeds ee e444 mh neers we be dee es 9 30 Driving in Flat Plane Laser and Flat Plane GPS modes 9 31 Pennino apla s s s 9 cR eee hee eet eee ee en eae ee ees eee eas 9 32 Divine iA Contour mode ts cha cey canbe tees Get P Sd RA ed ee eee S 9 37 Tandem Didi UCI PPP oo Pee eee Aenea ees 9 38 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 Contents Configuring the Tandem Dualplugin 0 00000 e ee eee 9 39 Operating the Tandem Dualplugin een 9 43 pub PP 9 45 Configuring the WM Drainplugin ics tn 9 45 Calibrating the WM Drain plugin l lle 9 52 SULVOVIBE a section line 2046648 eb spas eos RR 9 PER Ra e ns ER RH E Paes 9 54 Designing a section line a uva S oder hes Roc eatin be Sd te soa eG dcos 9 56 Installing asection ine s e ance mae 09x 2 8 hae ee Rees Beene ewe OR Rs 9 58 Driving in PointandSlopemode llle 9 60 Field IQPlugin lle 10 1 MUOU OT PC rrrPrrr 10 2 I une TPCTPPTTT TTTD 10 2 Bento iu P EEEE eee eee eee ea ee eee See heen bese ee ET 10 3 Installing the Field IQ hardware
217. erface boom mounted sensors with the FmX integrated display The interface module has CAN serial and power connections The module is an environmentally sealed enclosure which can be installed inside or outside the cab GreenSeeker sensors Reflectance readings are taken by the sensor These units generate their own illumination for use in any lighting condition day or night When the unit is on a red band of light will be observed directly below the rectangular sensor window The sensor is designed for an optimal height of 28 48 over the plant crop canopy to be sensed The field of view width of the sensor measurement is approximately 24 within the sensors optimal height range Sensor mounting bracket Sensors are typically mounted to a standard stainless steel bracket supplied by Trimble These brackets are designed to fit most boom structures and are typically mounted with U bolts 11 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 Care and maintenance To maintain the high performance of your GreenSeeker RT200 variable rate application and mapping system do the following e Each day or during applicator re fill check the GreenSeeker sensor detector and light source windows for dust and dirt and wipe clean with a soft rag e The GreenSeeker system should not be left outdoors during extreme weather conditions Wide temperature variations are hard on electronics and fluid seals and ma
218. erption OOO US Imperial kS a Thousands of seeds per acre US Imperial Ibs a Pounds of seed per acre Liquid application Metric L ha Liters per hectare Granular fertilizer Metric kg ha Kilograms of fertilizer per hectare ud CEN NI FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 3 10 Field IQ Plugin Installing the Field IQ hardware 10 4 For information on installing the Field IQ crop input control system on your implement refer to e Field IQ Platform Installation Instructions Tru Count Air Clutch Installation Instructions e Rawson Installation Instructions For the latest versions of these documents go to www trimble com agriculture Note When using Rawson drives and when using more than one material you must have a separate Section Control Module SCM for materials using Rawson drives FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Field IQ master switch box functions Increment decrement switch Increases the applied amount by a set amount the amount is set in the Setup screen Rate tab Q Rate switch Choose to use preset Rate 1 preset Rate 2 or Manual rate Lap indicator Red Unit is powered but not communicating with the FmX integrated display Green Unit is powered and communicating with the FmX integrated display Yellow Unit is initializing communications with the FmX integrated display Automatic Manual section switch Automatic mode The FmX integrated display automatically opens and
219. es dbf shp and shx together so that office software can open the theme file To ensure that the files stay together always copy the entire folder rather than just the individual files If you create a new event in a field and you already have the Field folder containing any previous events on the office computer you should still copy the Field folder so that the new EventHistory information is copied across CAUTION If you use the same farm field or event names on more than one display you could accidentally overwrite existing files when you copy data to the office computer To prevent this create a separate folder for each unit For example C AgGPSFMD_SN123456 C AgGPSFMD_SN12345 C AgGPSFMD_SN123458 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 Data formats The FmX integrated display uses the Environmental Systems Research Institute ESRI 3D shape file format for storing the layers of graphical information collected in the field for example spray coverage track logging points and features The three files in a shapefile set are e The lt filename gt dbf file which contains the feature attributes e The lt filename gt shp file which contains position information e The lt filename gt shx file which is an index file that links the position information with its attributes In this manual the term shapefile is used to refer to the three files collectively The FmX i
220. es you to view your coverage from a number of perspectives Overlap AIABESossscoscoosssssg General coverage and overlap 3 10 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 r TENI TI 555 Altitude of GPS receiver J i E GPS Quality So90ca00Gg0eG8Gaq0 GPS signal quality Cut Fill Cut and or fill FieldLevel Variety Different varieties See Logging varieties page 28 LT FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 11 2I rd J Eel ban L A 3 Getting Started 3 12 Applied Rate Average Cross Track Error XTE FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Shows variations in application rate Variations in the speed of the vehicle as different colors on the Run screen The position of the vehicle Getting Started 3 Guidance window The guidance window shows your vehicle coverage field features and guidance lines and for coverage mapping sections appear on the implement For a description of how you can view the guidance window see Run screen view modes page 12 Selecting a swath pattern To obtain guidance with the FmX integrated display you can use e One of the four standard swath pattern types e The FreeForm guidance pattern See Creating guidance with the FreeForm pattern page 18 Use the standard patterns to create different shaped guidance lines on the display Straight Curved guidance donee lines Ines Gui
221. esign Uses more complex surface designs imported from the MultiPlane design software See Working with MultiPlane designs page 28 Contour Uses the FmX integrated display virtual lightbar or an LB25 external lightbar to guide the vehicle along contours to keep the vehicle at the same elevation This can be used for levee marking and applications that require guidance to elevations See Configuring settings for all leveling models page 19 The FieldLevel II plugin Setup screen has five tabs Settings Blade Settings Relative Heights Valve Setup and Height filter The Settings tab is the same for all leveling models except for Point and Slope which includes an extra field for Slope Adjust The other four tabs are the same regardless of which leveling model you choose and are described in the following sections FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Slope adjust for Point and Slope leveling When you select Point and Slope leveling the Slope Adjust setting appears in the first settings tab of the FieldLevel II Setup screen Description Slope Adjust The Slope Adjust field controls the amount that the gradient changes each time you tap the up arrow or the down arrow on the Level tab For example if the leveling gradient is set to 3 9o and the Slope Adjust field is set to 2 when you tap the down arrow 3 on the Level tab the leveling gradient decreases to 5 Configuring settings for all leve
222. ess llle 13 22 Using the Iie Wacker d VDO es a caneca 273 273 4 iate os OPS ee ee eee eee dE dr 13 23 M in guidance SCreen s s sasas s lt 5 446 8 9 d 9 64 E edes Eee AEE EAE dU 13 23 Implement lightbar a 3306 4e ktm shee Gbeetoe shed PEG RE UPEOOBPRE GN EA 13 23 Implement GPS informationbutton llle 13 24 Implement status text items 2 8 aco w ae bee eed ean Shae ete ee eee ee eX 13 24 Implement tab 2244 5eevaech ug ees Bee Ee ERASE AS ee eeedeeae eeu we 13 25 Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 1 Non Trimble variable rate controllers llle 14 2 Installing a non Trimble variable rate controller llle 14 2 Enabling the Serial Rate Control plugin llle 14 3 Configuring the spray boom in the FmX integrated display 14 3 Enabling and configuring the variable rate controller in the FmX integrated display 14 3 Configuring the variable rate controller sac vase oui mt eke Pee ee o een ees 14 5 Setting any other features of the variable rate controller 14 10 Additional information for non Trimble variable rate controllers 14 11 PresCHPMONSegn 4s Gan ne ee oe aes eee Cee ee eee eee eee ee 14 11 Remote Output Plugin 1 2 ee 15 1 Connecting remote Ol DIE es ss 6403 4424 EP eir eR Oe PAGE ESE EE doe 15 2 Configuring the Remote Output plugin aaa 15 3 Calibrating the lead time for yurimplement leen 15 6 Setting
223. eu f There are two ways that the display can produce sounds FmX through an optional external speaker Sonalert through an optional Sonalert alarm 2 To enable a sound select the required option from the drop down list and then tap OK CAN bus settings Note These settings are very advanced use them only under the direct advice of Trimble Technical Support The EmX integrated display features advanced power management features to dim the backlight or turn off the display after a pre set period of inactivity 4 30 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 1 From the Display Setup screen select CAN Bus Settings and then tap Setup 2 Ifthe either the A or B CAN buses do not have a physical terminator enable the CAN Termination option for that bus Early hardware revisions of the FmX integrated display will terminate ports A and B while later revisions will terminate B or D 3 To control the strength of the edges on the CAN bus enable the CAN Driver Strength setting It is recommended that you set the CAN driver Strength to Full FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 31 4 Display Setup Power management The FmX integrated display features advanced power management features to dim the backlight or turn off the display after a pre set period of inactivity l From the Display Setup screen select Power Management and then tap Setup Power Management Setup 2 From the Turn Off Backlight drop d
224. f the GPS antenna if mounted The working height of the GPS antenna FmX Integrated Display User Guide 12 3 12 TrueGuide Plugin Setting up the TrueGuide system l From the Configuration screen select the TrueGuide plugin and then tap Setup TrueGuide Setup 2 Enter the required global settings Stn a Aer T ng Roll compensation e On Applies roll corrections from the tractor e Off Applies no roll corrections CurveGuide e Off The system does not anticipate curves e TrueGuide only Enables the system to anticipate curves to make corrections for TrueGuide guidance only e Always On Keeps CurveGuide on at all times TrueGuide Sets the default aggressiveness the recommended aggressiveness is 100 For Aggressiveness more information see TrueGuide system aggressiveness settings page 9 Rear axle to hitch point Enter the distance between the fixed axle for conventional tractors or the center of rotation for tracked tractors and the draw bar 3 Tap OK The Configuration screen appears 12 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueGuide Plugin 12 Calibrating the TrueGuide implement guidance system To calibrate the TrueGuide system you must have a field open in the Run screen with an AB line configured For more information on opening a field and creating an AB line see Introduction to field features page 2 From the Run screen do the following 1 Tap a Without closing the field the Confi
225. fault or night mode color scheme The night mode color theme uses darker color themes to cause less eye strain in low light conditions Save summaries On Create a save file for your work Off Do not create a save file for your work To configure the settings in the Main tab do the following 1 Inthe Display Setup screen select Map Settings X Tip For a new toolbar orientation to take effect restart the FmX integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 5 4 Display Setup 2 Select your preferred map orientation in the Map Orientation drop down list Map orientation Example of view Description North Up When you perform a turn the field remains stationary and the vehicle turns Vehicle Up When you perform a turn the field rotates but the vehicle remains pointing up XX Tip To change the map orientation from the Run screen tap the north arrow 3 Select the color scheme from the Color Scheme drop down list gt 0 2 5 4 To create a save file for your work select On from the Save Summaries drop down list 4 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 Track Logging tab The Track Logging tab includes options to record the vehicle track at either a set time or a set distance Points along the track are logged at the greater of the two values logging time or logging distance To always log a point based on either of the two values set the other value to zero Setting both
226. fice computer into the AgGPS Firmware folder on the memory stick When you next insert the USB memory stick in the display and turn on the display the plugin is automatically activated Option 2 Activating manually through the display di Turn on the display and then tap Unlock in the Home screen Advanced Functionality L _ Variable Rate amp Section Contre ial FK yi F i n L i i I r Fl FELT ET u pi mm DR e ee 7 Oper Eo CE u p i Me te Pr 5 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Overview of Plugins 8 Note The Advanced Functionality Access screen features a Tips button that when selected provides more information about the unlock features of the FmX integrated display 2 Tap the icon for the plugin that you want to activate and then tap Unlock 3 Inthescreen that appears enter the activation password that your local Trimble reseller provided and then tap OK Ifyou enter a correct password an Enabled message appears The plugin is now activated Ifyou enter an invalid password an error message appears Enter the password again If it still does not work contact your local Trimble reseller FmX Integrated Display User Guide 8 7 8 Overview of Plugins 8 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Water Management In this chapter The FmX integrated display has four Water Management plugins e WM Survey e FieldLevel II e Tandem Dual e WM Drain B WM Survey plu
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228. for an external device For example you can use a remote output signal to control a tree planter This chapter explains how to configure the Remote Output plugin so that the display can output data FmX Integrated Display User Guide 15 1 15 Remote Output Plugin Connecting remote output The signal that is output on pin 2 of the FmX integrated displays B port is a 5 volt signal with a rating of approximately 70 mA this signal controls the device that requires the remote output The relay is grounded to pin 10 of the displays B port Signal out to device 15 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Remote Output Plugin 15 Configuring the Remote Output plugin When remote output is activated the FmX integrated display sends pulses to an external device For example you can use a remote output signal to control a tree planter Note Remote output occurs only when coverage logging is enabled Note Remote output functions on AB and A guidance lines only To enable pulse remote output l Install the Remote Output plugin See Adding or removing a plugin page 4 2 From the Configuration screen select the Remote Output plugin and then tap Setup The Remote Output screen appears FmX Integrated Display User Guide 15 3 15 Remote Output Plugin 3 From the Remote Output Connector drop down list select Connector B The default option is Disabled More options appear based on the output type selected The followin
229. g Note Longer vehicles that may take longer to turn require an earlier warning which dictates a greater distance 5 Inthe Autosense list select either On or Off Most recent Autopilot systems use an AutoSense device that require this setting be set to On Older Autopilot system installations that use the electrical system to measure the vehicle status select the appropriate connections under Step 7 Legacy Sensors 6 Inthe Valve On speed list select either Normal Low or Ultra Low Under normal operating speeds this should be set to Normal For vehicles operating at very slow speeds this should be set to Low or Ultra Low Display speed thresholds Speed threshold gt 0 4 m s 1 3 ft s gt 0 1 m s 0 3 ft s gt 0 02 m s 0 07 ft s Note The Autopilot NavController II must have firmware version 5 10 or later to support the Low and Ultra Low settings 7 Inthe Legacy Sensors list select either None Wheel Speed Only Gear Lever Only or Wheel and Gear Note The Legacy Sensors list is only available when the Autosense setting is set to Off FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Configuring the Advanced tab Vehicle Engege Sering Advanced Simulation Mode Note For more information on how to utilize the features in the Advanced tab contact your local reseller Tap OK The Autopilot controller is now configured Selecting the vehicle 1 Inthe Vehicle ta
230. g figure shows options for distance based pulses Remote Output Remote Output Connector Remote Output Type Distance Based Pulse Lead Time Distance Duration Within Distance Design Trigger Color Manual Trigger Color 4 From the Remote Output Type drop down list select one of the following If you select Then enter Time Based the pulse interval in seconds in the Time field Pulse the pulse duration in milliseconds in the Duration field Distance Based the Lead Time See Calibrating the lead time for your implement page 6 Pulse the Distance in meters decimal feet feet and inches in the Distance field The pulse occurs at each increment of this distance Note The first pulse occurs at the A point Pulse remote output is not recommended for Headland patterns the duration of the pulse in milliseconds ms in the Duration field the distance in the Within Distance field The pulse occurs only when the vehicle is within this distance of being online If the vehicle is more than this distance offline no pulse occurs Distance Trigger Color The color of the mark that will appear on the remote output when triggering is set up Manual Trigger Color The color of the mark that will appear on the remote output when you press the manual trigger button When Within the Lead Time See Calibrating the lead time for your implement page 6 Area Feature Note The pulse occurs only when Remote Output is enable
231. gage button page 9 Display only mode The FmX integrated display can be used as a standalone display for a NavController II that is connected to an external GPS receiver When used in this mode the FmX integrated displays two internal GNSS receivers are not used by the NavController II but they are still available for other applications In this mode you must use the special adaptor cable P N 76442 with the standard FmX FM 1000 to NavController II cable P N 75741 or P N 65522 to connect the display to the P4 display port on the NavController II FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Note You must install the Autopilot option to use the display only functionality of the FmX integrated display Connecting the FmX integrated display for display only mode Q xem Y P3 GPS connector ox N CAUTION Connecting the Port Replicator on the FmX to NavController Il cable to the PA or P12 connector of the NavController Il harness O will result in damage to the FmX integrated display and will void the warranty Wem Description mle part mumber LS eee o EUN Basic power cable 67258 6e FmX to NavController Il cable with port replicator 75741 2 pin DTM to 2 pin DT power adaptor 67095 o9 NavController II 55563 00 o Cable assembly 8 pin to 12 pin adaptor 76442 EN Cable AgGPS 252 252 to NavController II 54608 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5
232. ge 7 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 13 2 Display Overview Context sensitive help The FmX integrated display has context sensitive help screens that provide details and helpful information about the current screen To access the help tap A Help screen similar to the one show below appears To exit the He p screen and return to the previous screen tap OK 2 14 FmXIntegrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 Installing the display Mount the FmX integrated display in the vehicle cab in a position that is easily accessible 1 Use the included M6 x 1 screws to firmly screw the mounting plate to the back of the display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 15 2 Display Overview 2 Attach the RAM mount to the ball on the mounting plate 3 Selecta position in the cab for the display The FmX integrated display is mounted in the cab with a bar style RAM mount 4 Use the provided bolts to attach the bar mount to the rail 5 Hold the display in the selected location to ensure that it is comfortably accessible from the drivers seat 6 Attach the other end of the RAM mount to the ball on the bar mount and then tighten the screw 2 16 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 Connecting the display Note The FmX integrated display connects to the Autopilot automated steering system The Autopilot system requires professional installation in your vehicle Ifthe Autopilot
233. gin Farm Works software Distance based pulses can be exported from the FmX integrated display and imported into the Farm Works software as an shp file amp Farm Wars Con Cold ia ai tm ym m Emp jm rer Amd germ XD rdc iliil s cR EET EC Da ou a d uat e eise ine GSH CES CL GIG I at A rh iin 5 um al mm aM hii i amp m TE m1 a 2 nm E J ee he Cer e j k E 4 8 do La eam m i aha a sa p 9 c d k s k E a E mo i i s 9 p 8 E d L v M E ac E a a 57 i a 2 8 s i k E se 8 E Ke E o 7 x a a ih m E E m E E i Bo A o 2 p o e OC a a ow ooh mi OF b S e i E P EF 7 E a vv a Tv F E s k p amp 4 oa a um LL Lime into utem Desine inim l PTE iR oo isi TET j i H IPLE J 1 i PUDA r iren k a 1 15 10 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Serial Data Input Plugin In this chapter When serial data input is activated the FmX integrated display can receive and log NMEA messages from an external device for example B Configuring serial data input an infra red sensor B Connecting serial data input This chapter explains how to configure the display to receive data FmX Integrated Display User Guide 16 1 16 Serial Data Input Plugin Connecting serial data
234. gin B FieldLevel Il plugin B WM Drain plugin This chapter describes the function of each plugin followed by a detailed description of how to configure and use the Water Management plugins to create and manipulate field surveys FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 1 9 Water Management WM Survey plugin 9 2 Traditionally farmers level their fields or install tile for uniform drainage The consistent water flow over the crops improves crop yields and crop consistency which improves profits Description The Water Management system is designed in three parts e The WM Survey plugin enables you to use a high accuracy GPS receiver on the water management implement to create a topographic survey of the layout of your field The three dimensional data shows the surface topography of the land Note If you are working in a field that has already been leveled you may not need to perform a survey and you can go straight to leveling with the FieldLevel II systern or installing tile using the WM Drain plugin Once you complete the survey you can use it to design the optimum drainage slope that can be graded with minimal dirt movement e After you create a survey of the field and a design for how to modify it you can use the FieldLevel II plugin to control a land leveling implement on your vehicle and to adjust the land to an optimal slope The FieldLevel II system uses a high accuracy GPS receiver with an antenna mounted on the implem
235. gin valve calibration relates to the front implement cylinder in a tandem configuration or the left side cylinder of a single implement e The Tandem Dual plugin valve calibration relates to the rear implement cylinder in a tandem configuration or the right side cylinder of a single implement e Depending on the make and manufacturer of your vehicle the tractor computer may need to be put into a special mode Please refer to the FieldLevel II Installation Guide for your vehicle type To calibrate the valve module l From the Configuration screen select the Tandem Dual plugin and then tap Calibrate Tandem Dual Calibration Set throttle to 100 and press Start 2 Set the vehicle throttle to 100 3 Tap Start The system performs its calibration sequence to test the speed at which the blade raises and lowers This process takes approximately 8 10 minutes To manually calibrate the valve enter values in the three Manual Calibration fields and then tap OK 9 42 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Operating the Tandem Dual plugin Blade height indicators Once you install and configure tandem mode two implements each with a GPS receiver or dual mode a single implement with a GPS receiver at each end a second blade height indicator appears on the Run screen Description Primary left side implement height indicator Secondary right side implement height indicator These operate in
236. gle coverage Triple coverage Double coverage To activate coverage logging tap the Logging button on the Run screen so that it changes from gray to green Tap the button again to stop coverage logging Logging varieties By default coverage logging appears yellow see above However you can set up varieties that make it easy to see the difference between different types of coverage This enables you to e Change product part way through a field so that you can later identify which parts of the field are covered in which product 3 28 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 e Plant or apply two or more different products side by side and record the locations in your field For example you could put corn seed in the left side hoppers on your planter and clover seed in the right side hoppers and track where each set of seeds is planted The varieties are assigned to rows on your implement Specify the number of rows on your implement when you configure it For more information see Adjusting the implement settings page 6 To configure varieties from the Field Selection screen tap Hybrid Setup Add Add a new variety and select a name using the virtual keyboard Select a variety name in the list and then tap Remove to delete it Select a variety name in the list and then tap Edit to change the settings Change the color that will appear on the Run screen when you are applying t
237. grated Display User Guide 5 53 5 Vehicle Guidance Options EZ Pilot plugin diagnostics The EZ Pilot Diagnostics screen displays the statistics for the IMD 600 and SAM 200 and inertial information l Fromthe Configuration screen select the EZ Pilot plugin and then tap Diagnostics The EZ Pilot Diagnostics screen appears 5 54 FmXIntegrated Display User Guide 3 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Tap Steering Performance The Z Pilot Steering Performance screen appears The Advanced tab is for advanced users who understand how to adjust EZ Pilot performance If you are not an advanced user follow the tabs in the given order to adjust the steering parameters See Calibrating and setting the EZ Pilot parameters page 51 EZ Pilot Steering Performance In the Advanced tab make the required changes and then tap OK The Configuration screen appears Operating the EZ Pilot system with the FmX integrated display Note When operating the vehicle in transport or on a public roadway the red EZ Pilot override switch must be in the off down position Engaging the system To engage the EZ Pilot system you must have an open field in the Run screen and have an A B line defined The vehicle must be within the engage limits configured in the Engage tab To engage the EZ Pilot system do one of the following Tap Engage on the main guidance screen screen Press the Engage button on the EZ Remote joystick Use an external foot or
238. guration screen appears Field Open 2 Select the TrueGuide plugin and then tap Calibrate 3 Inthe TrueGuide Calibration screen tap Next and then follow the on screen instructions TrueGuide Calibration Chive at 7 18 mph Run the test at beast four times WARNING When you press the test buttons the tractor wil steer sharply to one side 3 Unt Spid 0 01 mph Count Oins Cet Tor Tractor Response Tractor is not engaged Please press the engage button oce Es FmX Integrated Display User Guide 12 5 12 TrueGuide Plugin 12 6 4 Complete the test at least four times and then tap OK TrueGuide Calibration Drive at 7 18 mph Run the test at least four times WARNING When you press the test buttons the tractor will steer sharply to onc side 5 Inthe Calibration screen tap OK to return to the open field Engaging and disengaging the TrueGuide system To engage the Autopilot and the TrueGuide systems using the FmX integrated display you must have a guidance line defined and the vehicle must be within the engage limits of the system To manually engage the systems do one of the following e Tap the Engage button on the main guidance screen e Press the optional remote engage foot pedal or rocker switch To disengage the systems do one ofthe following e Tap the Engage button on the main guidance screen e Press the optional remote engage foot pedal or rocker switch e Turn the steering
239. h ea eee ee bE hes he Rete a 1 1 IB sla den RR CDD CUNT 1 1 liz ssieiez eo rU RP 1 1 NOULCOMMCHUS PPP D D CCTITTTTTTTPPTPTTIITPTT 1 1 2 Display Overview rrt B nk ng ng 2 1 IT EQECSII 00 646k 4 de eee G ae Gee BHR ERDEO SEES EERE SE Ee ee 2 2 Pack oUt Content P 2 2 locu cea reri ensi eaeeeehae eee ceeendanaggatese nee pad eees 2 2 Weal 160 oe 3 ooo sabe e Ge Ree ee ee teh wes eee RS PI E EN RI S EUER S 2 4 Dy SUC SO Wares 2246 banes oes See E hehe eee eae eee eee oe 2 4 COnN DUNOIS ee 522445560648 oe hae eon tees ae enn hae wee eee 2 5 Touchscreen ClOMICUS ac ote ee eh ee ee iea Gee ee ee eee eee oe ea oes 2 5 POTO e TT 2 8 Using the FmX integrated display 0 0 00 eee ee eee 2 9 Turning on the display 233 409094 dee m ee hewkie ee ee debe ees g tee ees 2 9 Turning off the display a Rx RM X wp re RS RUE oe ee REUS eO 2 9 space ou ieee abet EGR ee RD Ee REEDS ERE HEE SESE She hae eee 2 10 Configuration SCICEN 4424524844457 hee4nxeneeehaaeere Pa SE eee eee 2 11 INU OL PCIE DTI 2 11 Zoom and Pan functions PE asaue aa 2 13 Snc imd C 2 14 Istaline the displaye PPP ee ee ee a 2 15 Connecting Ehe UISDIAY resres uos dodo S qo6 0 dn c e Ge AUR SOROR doe ee o s 2 17 Inserting a memory stick into the USBsocket llle 2 18 External lightbar s P r rrr 2 19 3 Getting Started a anaana aana 3 1 Introduction to field leat reS 9 Anat Ge ee oko rehin ee Sete he ee 4 eae Sho ses 3 2
240. he Data Dictionary Setup screen For more information on accessing and editing data dictionary entries see Data dictionaries page 22 Lightbar The display has two lightbar options e The virtual lightbar that appears at the top of the displays Run screen e One or more external lightbars See Chapter 21 LB25 External Lightbar Configuring the virtual lightbar The FmX integrated display has default settings for the virtual lightbar that should suit most drivers If the settings are not appropriate configure the lightbar as follows FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 27 4 Display Setup l From the Display Setup screen select Lightbar and then tap Setup In the Light Bars Configuration screen the virtual lightbar from the FmX integrated display is shown along with any detected external lightbars Light Bars Configuration Jh aumdbm nm AM lacia am zit ee O active lightbar s found mcs cur cn aa 2 Select the Virtual Lightbar and then tap Setup Configure the following settings Default This setting determines setting Look ahead EZ Guide Plus 0 seconds The distance ahead of the vehicle that the time lightbar lightbar will use for LED guidance and offline distance LED spacing Virtual lightbar 3 cm per The distance represented by each LED on the and EZ Guide LED 1 per lightbar Plus lightbar LED Display Mode Virtual lightbar show error How the LEDs respond to offline distances When
241. he FmX integrated display for display only mode 5 33 desi PP eaten gehedebees teh On Sut eaewnenee en Bes 5 36 Configuring the Row Guidance plugin on the FmX display 5 37 Row Guidance Diagnostics screen llle 5 38 Operating the Row Guidance plugin aa 5 39 CommeCChiMme te syst T 5 41 EZ Pilot assisted steering system guidance 0 0 eee eee ee 5 43 Installing the EZ Pilot system 4 s 4 42 lt 1 o0 44 304 45628 684695 43444 80 5 43 Connecting the EZ Pilot system 245440604044 bos sone HAS Perg d dee ee eR 5 44 opo saber ee eee cae ee deem er eared Ceeee pene een e bey ees eee 5 45 Calibrating and configuring the EZ Pilot system llle 5 48 EZ Pilot plugin diagnostics sek c3 E nh OU Ron Y UR Sce EE 4 5 54 Operating the EZ Pilot system with the FmX integrated display 5 55 EZ DIODDUPIDSOFOEE 1 3 2 9 82 w 0 1 233 3 209 5 8 5 2 X 3 ROI eee Sic PEE doses 5 62 Vehicle specific performance llle 5 63 After using the EZ Pilot system llle 5 63 EZ Steer assisted steering system guidance llle 5 64 Installing the EZ Steer controller llle 5 64 Connecting the BZ oleer syste eit dur P dU ES SA d US Edd S oe EE EES 5 64 Calibrating and configuring the EZ Steer system leen 5 65 Operating the EZ Steer system with the FmX integrated display 5 72 PRCI CONO case seceee weer E ea e esas s 5 72 Engaging MOC sel
242. he blade reaches the Target Height the arrows turn green Design Slope When using the Autoslope leveling model this displays the design slope with respect to the current location along the section line Dist to Feature The distance to the nearest feature Dist to Pause The distance to the pause position East The distance that the vehicle is to the east of the field origin point a negative number means the vehicle is to the west of the field origin point Engaged Time The length of time that the system has been engaged Event Coverage Area The area that has been logged during the current event Event Coverage Distance The distance covered while logging during the current event Event Coverage Time The length of time that coverage logging has been engaged during the current event Name of the current event 4 10 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 tem o Description Name of the current farm The field area within a pivot or headland boundary Name of the current field The current Greenwich Mean Time sonses SSS S GPS Status The GPS correction type that the GPS receiver is currently using H Error Horizontal error An estimation of the level of precision of the GPS position in 2 dimensions The current heading of the vehicle in degrees from direct north Vehicle location relative to the nearest feature feature is directly ahead 0 Heading to Feature directly behind 180 Hea
243. he calibration N CAUTION Moving parts during this operation Ensure the implement is safe to operate 5 Tap Test d The system asks if you would like to prime the system Tap Yes To to ensure that the seed disk is full the system turns the seed disks one revolution Turn on the master switch to prime the system and then when prompted on screen turn off the master switch In the Number of Seed Meter Revolutions enter a value and then tap Start The higher the number of revolutions the more accurate the calibration Five to 10 revolutions is recommended Follow the on screen prompts of operating the master switch After the system turns the specified number of revolutions enter the number of seeds dispensed per row and then tap Continue The next screen shows the minimum and maximum speeds for the target rate specified Tap OK and then either press Test to repeat the calibration or tap OK to continue 6 Select the Limits tab to show an overview of the limits that are set Planter Calibration 5 Rate Controller 4937501425 Calibrate Limits Speses Linn its Rate Max Speed Target Rate 1 30 00 k5 a 6 96 mph Target Rate 2 24 00 koa 11 20 mph Min Rate Max Rate 14 53 kS a 44 78 kS a FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 53 10 Field IQ Plugin 10 54 8 Repeat Step 1 through Step 7 for other Rawson Control Modules that need calibration Hydraulic test The purpose of this test is to exerci
244. he correct front back offset If you are using an Autopilot 15 6 system set the front back offset to the distance from the fixed axle of the vehicle to the implement If you are using manual guidance set the front back offset to the distance from the antenna center point to the implement 1 Accurately measure whichever of the following options is appropriate Autopilot systems The distance between the fixed axle of the vehicle and the part of the implement where the trigger marks will be applied on the ground Manual guidance systems The distance between the antenna center point and the part of the implement where the trigger marks will be applied on the ground 2 From the Configuration screen tap Implement Setup and then enter this value as the F B Offset distance on the Implement Boom Setup screen Calibrating the front back offset 1 Create a straight AB Line 2 Inthe Remote Output plugin set the Lead Time to 0 3 Drive as slowly as possible down the AB Line from point A to point B marking points on the ground where the remote output triggers 4 Atthe end of the line turn the vehicle around 5 Drive back down the line from point B to point A marking another set of trigger points FmX Integrated Display User Guide Remote Output Plugin 15 Measure the distance between the points from the first run and the points from the second run Divide the distance by two Adjust your Front Back Offset value by this
245. he data to delete Tap either Delete All Events or select the data to delete Se Se ge Ue Tq9 When prompted tap Yes The data in the internal memory is deleted FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 21 23 Data Management Data dictionaries 23 22 The FmX integrated display can load data dictionaries in the AgGPS 170 Field Computer format These data dictionaries enable you to select field entry data for example Client Farm Field and Event from a list of predefined values which saves you from having to re enter commonly used items You can create a data dictionary either through the display or the Farm Works software For more information on editing data dictionary entries on the FmX integrated display see Data Dictionary page 26 To create a data dictionary on an office computer l Onan office computer create a text file The text file can have any name but the file extension must be txt 2 Enterthe body text 3 Copy the txt file to the VAgGPS Data Dictionary folder on the displays USB memory stick On screen for example in the Client screen the file entries appear as shown below Client smith Field Field 1 Hogan Section Event Feature mapping Ends Fertilization strip ti 1 Plant pera BO FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 To access the entries in the dictionary E 2 3 4 In the Field Setup screen tap New
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247. his variety You can also select record keeping information FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 29 3 Getting Started Assign varieties to segments of coverage logging Select the row numbers on your implement that will be applying each variety Do this for each variety you have added Clear Clear all current assignments Assignments When you enable coverage logging and set the Mapping information tab drop down list to Variety this variety color appears in the guidance window See page 10 XX Tip For quick access to the Hybrid Setup screen from the Run screen set the Mapping information tab drop down list to Variety and then tap Attributes If you select a different implement or change the settings of the current implement the variety assignments are removed 3 30 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 Prescriptions You can define variable rate controller setup data and load prescription files that define the rates to be applied in different areas of the field This information is used to send target rates to the variable rate controller Applied rates are received from the controller and both target and applied rates appear on the screen In addition you can log data relating to the variable rate application to the card The FmX integrated display can load prescription files created by a Geographic Information System GIS The method you use to create the prescription depends
248. hree Boundary files See Field boundary and AB Line files page 11 An empty file whose name represents the coordinates of the field boundary file for example 172 000E43 000812H pos locates the boundary at latitude 172 000 East longitude 43 000 South and altitude 12 m high Any recorded features files See Features files page 14 Any paused files See Pausing guidance page 27 The field event history file EventHistory dbf It contains information about each event carried out in the field See Event History file page 13 23 8 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 The following figure shows how a Vela folder and its files are organized TAgGPS Data Smith arms Meadowhrook South Field sme i ren fe WD Address Es gaai Data Srith Farma Meadowbrook South Field 3 Deskteo EH ae My Documents E M my Computer Se Local Duk Ci amp uh DVD RW Drive D Bj sanciek Imagemate E BL AgGPS C AB Lines E C Autopiot Fl 3 Data A E Smith Fans FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 9 23 23 10 Data Management Event folder Each Event folder stores e Coverage logging shapefiles that are recorded during the event called Coverage Coverage logging data page 12 e Track logging shapefiles that are recorded during the event called Track3D_ lt date time The following figure shows how an Event folder and its files are organized L EAG pata
249. ic installation could be faulty 5 18 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Message Error Unable To Determine A problem occurred when trying to compute dead zone Retry and if DZ Try Again the problem persists contact Technical Support Error Software Problem The software was unable to complete the calibration due to insufficient Detected movement of the vehicle If the problem persists contact Technical Support Calibrating the proportional steering gain Note Complete the steering sensor calibration before you perform the proportional gain calibration Perform the proportional steering gain calibration only when the Autopilot system performance is less than satisfactory The proportional steering gain PGain setting enables you to reach a compromise between rapid steering response and stability Modifications to the PGain setting affect two steering characteristics Slew Time The amount of time that the front wheels take to move from the far left to the far right position and vice versa e Overshoot The percentage by which the front wheels exceed the commanded angle before they settle on the correct value To correct slight variations caused by valve current response friction and hydraulic fluid viscosity alter these settings High PGain values Low PGain values Decrease the slew time and increase the Increase the slew time and decrease the overshoot This provides rapi
250. ically with the boom mounted sensors or manually entered if the GreenSeeker hand held is used If the response is variable across the field select an area where the difference between the Reference and the Non Reference areas are most apparent This assures that the algorithm will determine a rate that utilizes the highest yield potential prediction and maximum response to N for that year In order to estimate yield potential most algorithms utilize an environmental factor Growing Degree Days or Days From Planting which takes into account the weather and length of time that has passed since planting FmX Integrated Display User Guide GreenSeeker Plugin 11 Be aware that different GDD variations are used for different crops and to obtain the GDD value the planting date and sensing date must be known Regional values for GDD may be found on the internet For more information regarding GDD regional values go to http www ntechindustries com software and browse to the Where to Find GDD Information link Field setup To prepare a reference area do the following 1 Ifpast practice was a 100 pre plant application of N decrease pre plant N application rate of the field to a level at least half of previous total N applied during non GreenSeeker management practice For spring or winter wheat if application rate has historically been 100 lbs N acre decrease the rate to 50 lbs N acre For corn if application rates have historica
251. icient 1 00 This tab enables you to store the calibration value with the material The material may have different calibrations for different locations this means that you will need to make a different material for each location and name them in such a way for example Wheat Front Bin Wheat Rear Bin that you will know which location to use them in When you have entered the Coefficient tap OK Control Setup screen 4 Sale 5u155 LL a to The first time that you select this option the screen is blank and you can only add a location Once you have added a location you can then select it to see the assigned modules on the right hand side of the screen 10 22 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 You can do any of the following add and set up a new control location This opens the Control Details screen which contains the following tabs Material tab page 19 Layout tab page 24 Section Control tab page 25 Rate Control tab page 32 Row Monitoring tab page 35 Sensor tab page 36 A message appears prompting you to tap Remove to remove the material or Cancel to return to the Control Setup screen Minimum Override 1 From the Available Materials list select the material that will be set up in this location If no materials are listed go to Material Setup screen page 18 and create a material that you can assign Note You can also assign the correct material later using the Materi
252. ilable and for which it does not charge separately subject to the procedures for delivery to purchasers of Trimble products generally If you have purchased the Product from an authorized Trimble dealer rather than from Trimble directly Trimble may at its option forward the software Fix to the Trimble dealer for final distribution to you Minor Updates Major Upgrades new products or substantially new software releases as identified by Trimble are expressly excluded from this update process and limited warranty Receipt of software Fixes or other enhancements shall not serve to extend the limited warranty period For purposes of this warranty the following definitions shall apply 1 Fix es means an error correction or other update created to fix a previous software version that does not substantially conform to its Trimble specifications 2 Minor Update occurs when enhancements are made to current features in a software program and 3 Major Upgrade occurs when significant new features are added to software or when a new product containing new features replaces the further development of a current product line Trimble reserves the right to determine in its sole discretion what constitutes a Fix Minor Update or Major Upgrade This Trimble software contains Qt 4 5 libraries licensed under the GNU Lesser General Public License LGPL The source is available from http qt nokia com downloads A copy of the LGPL license is include
253. ilizer or other material the NDVI the target rate and the applied rate are logged Some rate controllers connected via serial cable to the FmX do not respond with an As Applied value The RT200 GreenSeeker sensors emits light at two specific wavelengths and measures the reflected light The microprocessor in the sensor analyzes the reflected light and calculates the resulting Index value The data from each sensor is collected by the Interface Module which is processed and then transmitted to the FmX integrated display in the cab The FmX integrated display displays the NDVI in real time and sends the appropriate rates to the applicators rate controller The rate controller may be an internal plug in to the FmX integrated display such as the Field IQ system Alternatively the application rates may also be sent via the Serial Rate Control option as a system plugin Definitions The following terms occur throughout this chapter and on the GreenSeeker plugin software Becoming familiar with the terms will make using the GreenSeeker plugin much easier LN DD UE RS Growing Degree Days A measurement of heat units since planting above a prescribed base temperature Nitrogen fertilizer Normalized Difference Vegetation Index Commonly used to measure plant health and vigor NDVI NIR reflected Red reflected NIR reflected Red reflected Nitrogen Use Efficiency A percentage of nitrogen taken up by the plant For example
254. imum slope of the field The design information appears in the design slope options and the Stats table An arrow appears on the image of the field to show the direction of fall If necessary you can manually adjust the angle of the slope However this may require a greater amount of dirt to be moved because the original design was the optimum Saving the new design Tap OK to close the AutoPlane screen The new design is saved as the default plane for this field When the field is opened the design loads but the color theme is not saved To re establish the color theme tap AutoPlane and then select Height or Cut Fill Reloading a field When you create a design for a field for example a target leveling plane the design is saved in the field tolder The design files are associated with the field so if you close the field and then open it again the design reloads with the field With RTK GPS the position of the RTK base station is important to the heights used when the field was previously open If the base station is not accurately positioned in the same physical location you must reestablish the design over an existing benchmark to reestablish the height FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 15 9 Water Management FieldLevel Il plugin Leveling models In addition to AutoPlane and MultiPlane design support the FieldLevel II system has five leveling models e Point and Slope The system levels at a consistent upwa
255. in llle 18 7 Yield Monitoring Run screen s 24444h 2ece0 4 bee ar ee ee SS BAe Ea 5 18 7 General setup information 420 au dedo ea petat ae Re Khe oe ew ee S aU 18 11 Setting up the Yield Monitoring plugin 0 00 00 eee ee ee 18 12 DOU 404s eae eh R8 SUR ewe ew he BAER eee RE RUE RUNE RASA NOR EUR es 18 12 OPEO 266 e Seed e eee ee A Sn heeee dame ye eee ean a 18 13 tnnc reese re ec ee ee 18 14 Map Legend tabis s estere iad a a a ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 18 15 sourire ee Shee age cue een eos Ea he hee hee ee oe Sk eee 18 15 OPONE E e eaae ee ee ee ee ee ee ee eee 18 16 E e PL eee a eee een ee E EEEE EEE a TESTE ERETTE TE 18 17 Calibration procedure sesde mecs do chen da 3 e eol E A a a 18 17 Lodd raene Ge cee ke renere Er RTE keer EEEREN 18 19 Ya E aars a eae ee eee ee 18 20 gea e ont eee a eee ee a E Eee ee eee eee Be A 18 21 Wield NONO 140 osos uae Re m aee d e uA REN RUE BR ER EP ELSE at ee ass 18 21 rain P LLUU TTTLTTTT TI TT 18 22 ue ID o sese eee eee eee She ee P E RUIN V uU POP EVE Vg oe RS 18 23 Yield Monitoring pop up messages llle 18 24 bores cc I aa eea aa e a a m TTTTTTT 18 27 Third party display instructions assa aaaea 18 29 Setting up the Claas Cebis Quantimeter 0 000000 e eee 18 29 Calibrating the Claas Cebis Quantimeter aaa 18 30 Calibrating the Claas Cebis Auto Pilot nannaa aaa 18 31 Configuring the Stop Head Height on the Gr
256. in 12 TrueGuide system status indicators The system status appears on the 7rueGuide tab between the Off On Auto buttons The TrueGuide system is off Disengaged The TrueGuide system is ready but not engaged Waiting The Autopilot system is engaged and the TrueGuide system is preparing to engage after a short pause The TrueGuide system has engaged and is on TrueGuide system aggressiveness settings To set the default aggressiveness value see Setting up the TrueGuide system page 4 e Increasing the aggressiveness increases the response to move the implement back to the guidance line e Decreasing aggressiveness smooths the response to the implement moving offline Ea quessd adt Adjusting aggressiveness during operation l Fromthe Run screen select the TrueGuide Plugin 2 Dooneofthe following To increase aggressiveness tap To decrease aggressiveness tap FmX Integrated Display User Guide 12 9 12 TrueGuide Plugin 12 10 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER TrueTracker Plugin In this chapter One of the FmX integrated display features that can be unlocked is the TrueTracker implement B About the TrueTracker system steering system m Configuration This chapter describes the TrueTracker system m Using the TrueTracker system and how to configure it to steer implements more accurately FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 1 13 TrueTracker Plugin About the Tr
257. in corn the row guidance sensors drive the first pass From then on the guidance system uses the previous recorded pass but augments it with sensor input e When using Curves and operating on a sharp curve row guidance aggressiveness may need to be increased for performance To turn row guidance sensors on and off while the Autopilot system is engaged tap aye l The guidance system will now function as a traditional Autopilot system Note Row sensors override the set Autopilot guidance line When turning around in headlands with the sensor turned on random strikes on stubble cause the system to veer off the set Autopilot guidance line It is recommended to travel through the headlands with Autopilot only to guide to the proper row Once the unharvested crop is entered turn on the row sensors Tip When operating in crop that was planted manually or using WAAS guidance and that is being harvested using WAAS guidance satellite drift and or operator guidance can lead to misalignment of the guidance line with the crop Depending on conditions it may be necessary to shift or skip the guidance line to coordinate with the crop and guidance line This will be evident when the sensors guide down the proper row with offline distance is shown to be 0 but the selected guidance line is not centered on the current swath on the display FmX Integrated Display User Guide item 0 00 00 Connecting the system Vehicle Guidance Options 5
258. in hole in the drawbar as a guide to insert a flag in the ground to mark the vehicle center line for this pass 7 Complete the pass Turn the vehicle around to return along the same pass from the opposite direction 8 Engage automatic steering mode Stop the vehicle midway down the pass with the drawbar pin location very close to the marker flag Confirm that there is no cross track error the current vehicle position should be directly on the AB Line 9 Park the vehicle and exit the cab Use the hitch pin hole in the drawbar as a guide to insert a second flag in the ground to mark the tractor centerline for this pass Note whether the second pass is to the left or the right of the first pass 10 Measure the difference between the flags for the two passes and record the distance Also record whether the return pass is to the left or the right of the original pass Record the results in the table on page 25 Note The offset should be consistently to the left or right The following figure shows an example of a right offset measure the distance between the flags 11 Repeat Steps 5 to 10 two more times for a total of three test runs Use the following table to record the offset distance and the left or right direction of offset for each test run Offset distance Offset direction FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 25 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Tetrun Offset distance Offset direction Total 3 Average off
259. in point FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 15 4 Display Setup IRE parte eee The Vertical Dilution of Precision of the FieldLevel Il GPS receiver A measure of accuracy based on the geometry of the satellites in the sky If the satellites are near each other in the sky the VDOP is higher lower is better Vehicle Model The model of vehicle that is configured Vehicle Type The type of vehicle that is configured Vertical Error Estimate The current estimate of error in the height calculated by the FieldLevel II GPS receiver In the Display Setup screen select Status Items and then tap Setup Upper left status text item Upper right status text item Select Status items gt n i i i Alt TITRE Slide out tab status text The Select Status Items screen has two tabs that enable you to configure various display options for the status text items The Run Screen tab The Run Screen tab lets you allocate the various items that will be displayed on the Run screen The status text items appropriate for your current plugins appear in the nfo Items list 1 Set the upper left status text item a In the Jnfo Items list tap the item you want to use b Tap the left Set Item button The information appears in the upper left field 2 Set the upper right status text item 4 16 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 a In the Jnfo Items list tap the item you want to use b Tap the
260. ing yield sensors J Excessive paddle wear causing large quantities of grain to fall back down the elevator between the elevator wall and the outside of the paddles To check the Noise percentage of the system turn the combine separator on at full engine RPM and then select Yield Monitoring Diagnostics Status to see the Noise percentage If this is very high check the aspects listed Note If the Frequency Deviation is high you may have an inconsistent Elevator RPM and may need to inspect the performance of your clean grain elevator pulleys bearings chain and so on 6 Select one of the following calibration methods Speed method Uses a consistent speed variable to calibrate for Low Medium and High flows Conduct a calibration load of 3 000 6 000 lbs at your normal constant speed b Repeat this procedure for one load at 1 mph less than the normal operating speed one load at 2 mph less than then normal operating speed and one load at 1 mph higher than then normal operating speed This provides a calibration curve for Low Medium and High flow variations throughout the course of Harvest FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 17 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 18 An example of calibration loads using this method is as follows Load 1 4 547 lbs 4 mph Load 2 3 834 lbs 3 mph Load 3 2 764 lbs 2mph Load 4 5 768 lbs 5 mph Cut Width method Uses a consistent cut width variable to calibrate f
261. instead of small increments Auto Set Automatics to the hydraulic valve The blade or tile boot will be driven to the design depth depending on where you are relative to the section line Logging Log the coverage so that you can see on your map where you have been dependent on your Implement Width A shape file will also be created with cut fill and height information The slope is defined as the percentage vertical drop against horizontal travel A positive slope goes upwards and a negative slope goes downward For example if the slope is set to 1 the slope will drop 1 ft for every 100 ft horizontally traveled Vertical drop Actual slope 1 1 ft Horizontal travel 100 ft FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 61 9 Water Management 9 62 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin In this chapter Introduction Installing the Field IQ hardware Field IQ master switch box functions Field IQ 12 section switch box optional General setup information Setting up the implement Setting up the Field IQ plugin Planter calibration Air Seeder calibration Sprayer calibration Spreader calibration Anhydrous calibration Using the Diagnostics tab CHAPTER This chapter describes how to calibrate configure and operate the Field IQ crop input control system with the FmX integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 1 10 Field IQ Plugin Introduction When the Field IQ plugin is i
262. ions 9 Tap Steering Perf The EZ Steer Steering Performance screen appears This screen is for advanced users who understand how to adjust EZ Steer performance If you are not an advanced user it is recommended that you follow the numbered tabs to adjust the steering parameters See Calibrating and setting the EZ Steer parameters page 69 EZ Steer Steering Performance 9990000000000 0 0 mph 5 617r 4 11 5 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Advanced Can t engage EZ Steer not calibrated In the Advanced tab make the required changes and then tap OK The Configuration screen appears Operating the EZ Steer system with the FmX integrated display Engage options The Engage Options tab enables you to control the systems engage and disengage behavior if you need to change the automatically populated settings 2 From the Configuration screen select the EZ Steer plugin and then tap Setup The EZ Steer Settings screen appears Select the Engage Options tab The following options appear Description Minimum speed Minimum speed at which the system can engage If the system is engaged and the speed drops below this limit the system disengages Maximum speed Maximum speed at which the system can engage If the system is engaged and the speed increases above this limit the system disengages Maximum angle Maximum angle at which the system can engage If the vehicle approaches the swath at an angle greater than this li
263. is below the target height P Design Height The originally planned or designed height at the current location P Design Slope When using the Autoslope leveling model this displays the design slope with respect to the current location along the section line I P Distance Travelled For use with Point to Slope mode this is the distance traveled since Auto mode was enabled The difference in the East component from the Local Tangent Plane LTP P GPS Status The solution type for example RTK Fixed or RTK Float and so on The current estimate of the error in the horizontal component P HDOP The horizontal dilution of position P Heading The current direction that the vehicle is heading in The latitude as recorded by the GPS receiver P Longitude The longitude as recorded by the GPS receiver FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 25 9 Water Management P Network ID The network ID that the GPS receiver is set to which needs to be the same as the base receiver network ID P North P Offset The difference in the North component from the Local Tangent Plane LTP The relative offset in the vertical component P Offset X The relative offset in the X component P Offset Y The relative offset in the Y component P Satellites The number of satellites in the GPS GLONASS solution P Section Line Number The line number selected for design in AutoSlope This is the current section line being recorded in the field P Speed
264. is marked as deleted The next time that you close the field the swath is removed from the list Note You cannot delete a swath that is currently active Renaming a swath To be able to rename swaths you must have entered the Administration password l Fromthe Run screen tap the Swath button The Swath Management screen appears 2 Fromthelist on the left select the swath to rename 3 Tap Rename If prompted enter the password The Enter new swath name screen appears 4 Enter the new name for the swath and then tap OK The swath is renamed Shifting a swath 1 From the Swath Management screen select the swath to shift from the list on the left 2 TapShift The Enter the Shift Distance screen appears 3 Select the correct units for the shift metric feet and inches or rows 4 Enter the distance to move the swath 5 Select the direction for the shift The shift occurs based on the direction of the vehicle not on the A to B orientation of the line For example if you select Left the line shifts left of the operators perspective Note If you shift a line it will shift the original version of the line and remove any skip that you have applied 6 Tap OK The Swath Management screen appears The new shifted swath appears in the swath list on the left of the screen FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 Using the Guide to tabs The Guide to tabs allow automated steering along a
265. isplay Setup 4 Selecting the language units of measure and keyboard layout To select the default language for the display l In the Display Setup screen select Language amp Units and then tap SETUP The Language amp Units setup screen appears Lang inguage amp Units Hinir Select the language to use from the Language drop down list If you change the language a message warns that the display will turn off so that the change can take effect The default language is English To select the unit of measure for the display select the preferred option from the Display Units drop down list Metric Feet and Inches Decimal Feet The default option is Feet and Inches Set the keyboard layout The FmX integrated display uses a virtual keyboard on the touch screen for you to enter characters see page 6 The virtual keyboard can be laid out in two ways Description ABCDEF The letters appear in alphabetical order QWERTY The keyboard is laid out like the QWERTY keyboard on a computer Select your preferred option from the Keyboard Layout drop down list The default option is ABCDEF FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 19 4 Display Setup Default settings To restore the settings of the FmX integrated display to the factory default settings select Default Settings and then tap Restore Feature mapping l From the Display Setup screen select Feature Mapping and then tap Setup Feature
266. ist contains the benchmarks for the multi point plane To set the Primary Slope Heading choose the first benchmark to define the heading and then tap the From Set gt button Note It is recommended that this point is the uphill point of the two points to be used to define the primary slope 7 Select the second point of the primary slope and then tap the 7o Set button 9 34 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 The selected benchmarks appear in the Benchmarks table along with their associated cut fill values The Primary Slope and Cross Slope values reflect the calculated slopes based on the benchmarks entered in the New Plane screen To update the slope values Identify the benchmark to be used as the new pivot b Tap the Choose Pivot button The Choose Pivot screen appears c From the Choose Pivot screen select the benchmark to be used as a the pivot for the new slope from the screen d Tap OK The Plane Editor screen appears FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 35 9 Water Management 10 Select the Primary Slope Cross Slope or Height Above Pivot areas to edit the slope values as required Note The cut fill values in the Benchmarks table will update automatically 11 The plane is now defined Tap OK The Run screen appears Note The FieldLevel II system will search for a survey on the field If there is a survey a cut fill map appears as the new design plane 9 36 FmxX Integra
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268. it the cab Insert a second flag in the ground to mark the implement centerline for this pass Note whether the second pass is to the left or the right of the first pass Measure the difference between the flags for the two passes and record the distance Also record whether the return pass is to the left or the right of the original pass Record the results in Table 12 on page 22 Note The offset should be consistently to the left or right ll Repeat Step 5 through Step 10 two more times for a total of three test runs Use the table shown below step 12 to record the offset distance and the left or right direction of offset for each test run FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 21 13 22 13 TrueTracker Plugin 12 Average the results of the three runs Total the offset distances from the three passes and divide by three Use the following table to record the roll correction results Test run Offset distance Offset direction 1 Total Total 3 Average offset value Entering the roll offset 1 Enter the average offset value in the Roll Offset field See Configuring the antenna position and roll offset correction page 19 Select one of the offline direction options depending on whether the roll offset distance is to the left or right Calibrating the line acquisition aggressiveness 1 Select Line Acquisition from the calibration list Autopilot Line Acquisition Adjust the line acquisition aggress
269. ith coverage logging With the FmX integrated display you can record a line feature simultaneously with coverage logging FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 25 4 Display Setup 4 26 To activate line feature mapping l From the Display Setup screen select Feature Mapping and then tap Setup 2 Tap one of the four feature buttons to create or select an active line feature and then tap OK 3 From the Record Line With Coverage drop down list select the required line feature and then tap OK The Display Setup screen appears 4 Tap OK Data Dictionary The data dictionary editor enables you to predefine the entry options defined below and then select them from a pick list during field and event definition Data dictionary entry fields Client Implement Farm Application method Field Wind speed Event Wind gust speed Operator Wind direction Operator EPA Sky conditions Harvest year Soil conditions Farm location Soil type Vehicle Crop FmX Integrated Display User Guide Target pests Custom 1 Custom 2 Custom 3 Custom 4 Material Stoppage reason Display Setup 4 l From the Display Setup screen select Data Dictionary and then tap Setup Data Dictionary Setup Ibob sath 2 From the data list select the data field to define and then tap either New or Edit 3 Define the custom entry by manually entering or updating the name and then tap OK The new or edited entry appears in the data list on t
270. iveness slider The slider controls how aggressively the implement approaches the guidance line using a scale from 50 to 150 The optimal value for each profile is not necessarily 100 it varies for different implement profiles FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Using the TrueTracker system When you have configured the TrueTracker plugin you can begin driving in the field with implement steering Main guidance screen The FmX integrated displays main guidance screen changes when implement steering is enabled Description See page RES C NN NN C RN p eeemessEWemdemEm 00000 e eme o B e Implement lightbar When implement steering is enabled a second smaller lightbar appears below the main lightbar QVVOO00090000000 08000000 0000000000 Secondary lightbar FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 23 13 13 24 TrueTracker Plugin This lightbar shows the implement guidance relative to the guidance line Each LED on the second lightbar represents 1 inch Implement GPS information button Tap the implement GPS information button to view extra implement receiver status information Tap OK to return to the Run screen implement status text items A number of status text items provide information about the implement For more information see Status items page 8 You can set these status text items to appear permanently at the top of the screen or ona slide out tab To view the fol
271. l Moisture Select each load for which the Actual Moisture will be calibrated 1l Tap Update Calibration 12 Tap Apply Calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Load tracking The software allows you to track loads of grains harvested through the season for a field After the harvest is complete use the Farm Works Mapping software to track loads in the office FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 19 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Variety tracking The software allows you to track the variety of grains harvested throughout the season for a field that has an associated planting variety map M LG2468V1 gj LGz508VT 7 None T r gg ioz5osvT m erare Bg LGz514vT After harvest is complete use the Farm Works Mapping software to create and view a yield variety report to see a yield by variety comparison When conducting a Planting or Seeder operation using version 6 0 or later of the FmX integrated display any varieties that are mapped using the Field IQ crop input control system or Serial Rate Control plugin will automatically have a variety map layer created within the Field folder ofthe FmX display At harvest when you reopen the Client Farm and Field on the display and then create a new event such as Harvest the display automatically loads the Variety Map layer into the background of the FmX display Note The implement must be set up as a Harvest operation if you want the
272. ld IQ Calibrate option only appears on the Configuration screen if you have at least one Field IQ Rawson control module or Rate control module set up to control the rate 1 From the Configuration screen select the Field IQ plugin and then tap Calibrate 2 From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the module that you want to calibrate Note If you have an implement lift switch calibrate it first See above Field IQ Calibration 10 38 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 3 Select the first module to calibrate The Planter Calibration screen appears Planter Calibration 5t Rate Controller 4937801425 Calibrate Limas Note Ifa Rawson module was configured the correct calibration is selected automatically Description Seeds Per Disk The number of seed openings per disk plate Gear Ratio Specifies the actual ratio from the applicaiton rate sensor to the seed meter shaft RPM This is the number of revolutions the application rate sensor turns for each revolution of the seed meter Gear Ratio Calculator Use the calculator to determine your gear ratio Calibration Constant A calculated value that the system determines during calibration This field allows you to adjust for inconsistencies in the seed meters To start out leave the value at 1 000 After the calibration test the system may adjust this number 4 Place aclean empty container under the rows that contain seeds to capture th
273. led on either the rear implement or the antenna installed on the right side of a single implement Note In the FieldLevel II plugin the Antenna Height value can be altered from the Blade Settings tab and relates to the antenna installed on either the front implement or the antenna installed on the left side of a single implement Note Measure the antenna height vertically from the ground to the base of the antenna 4 Enter the appropriate value in the Disengage Raise field This value is used to control the rear implement or the right side of a single implement when Auto is disengaged If you set it to 0 000s then the blade will not move up when you disengage Note In the FieldLevel II plugin the Disengage Raise value can be altered from the Blade Settings tab and relates to the front implements blade or the left side of the blade on a single implement FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 41 9 Water Management Note For a tandem system you will want to move the blade up when Auto is disengaged on both the front and back implements as you will be swapping between the two For a dual setup with a single implement it is recommended that you have the left and right Disengage Raise values set to the same value Step 6 Calibrating the Tandem Dual valve module When working with a tandem dual configuration the valve module must be calibrated for both the FieldLevel II plugin and the Tandem Dual plugin e The Fieldlevel II plu
274. lew Time The amount of time the steering coulters take to move from the far left to the far right position and vice versa e Overshoot The percentage by which the steering coulters exceed the commanded angle before they settle on the correct value To correct slight variations caused by valve current response friction and hydraulic fluid viscosity alter these settings High PGain values Low PGain values Decrease the slew time and increase the overshoot Increase the slew time and decrease the overshoot This This provides rapid responses but can cause the improves the stability but can introduce significant steering to exhibit signs of instability for example delays in the steering response and can cause the vehicle a tendency to excessively overshoot to oscillate from side to side FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 15 13 TrueTracker Plugin Notes on performing the proportional steering gain calibration e Perform the Automatic Deadzone calibration immediately before you run the PGain calibration even if the Automatic Deadzone calibration has been performed in the past e Perform this calibration on a level surface that is free of obstructions e Run the engine at full throttle e Raise the implement Increase the proportional gain up to the point just before any one of the following occurs e Slew times no longer decrease a low value is required e Overshoot exceeds 10 depending on the Tracker unit
275. ling models Description Allowable Select the A lowable Cut Fill Range field and then enter the acceptable warning Cut Fill Range distance When Auto mode is engaged and the blade is outside this range for more than three seconds a warning appears VDOP Level Vertical Dilution of Precision VDOP is a measure of the vertical accuracy of the GPS signal If the VDOP reaches this value a warning message appears A VDOP setting of less than 3 is recommended Blade Step Tap the B ade Step field and then enter the amount that you require the blade to move each time it is stepped up or down by the or v offset buttons Coarse mode enables you to offset the target height in large increments with a single tap such as a 0 2 fill Select the Coarse Blade Step field and then enter the Course Blade Step amount that you require the blade to move each time it is stepped up or down in Coarse mode Antenna Select the Antenna Height field and then enter the height of the antenna above the Height lower edge of the blade On grade Select the On grade Limit field and then enter the limit Limit This sets the distance the blade can move before the green blade height indicators change to thin red arrows At twice this distance the height indicators become thick red arrows See Blade position indicators page 24 Disengage When you disable Auto while scraping a field you can set a time value that will Raise automatically raise the bla
276. ll map ay e aAloooooooooolEXfooooooooooo Leveling model specific information You have different leveling options depending on the leveling mode that you selected see Step 2 Configuring the leveling model page 17 For information specific to the leveling model e For Point and Slope mode see below e For Flat Plane Laser mode see page 31 e For Flat Plane GPS mode see page 31 e For Contour mode see page 37 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 29 9 Water Management Driving in Point and Slope mode When you drive in Point and Slope mode the FieldLevel II tab appears as follows Edit Bench or Rebench Create a benchmark see Benchmarks page 6 Set the Design Height equal to the Blade Height Delete Benchmark Delete any benchmark on the field Note You do not have to drive over a benchmark to delete it Raise the blade by the Blade Step amount Lower the blade by the Blade Step amount Auto Engage automatic blade height control e starts the slope calculation e resets the height e resets the cut fill Coarse Use the Up and Down arrows to change the blade height by the Coarse Blade Step amount This enables you to move the blade by a large amount instead of small increments Logging Log the coverage so that you can see on the map where you have been dependent on your Implement Width A shape file is created with cut fill and height information 9 30 FmX Integrated Display User Guide W
277. lly been 200 lbs N acre decrease to 75 to 125 Ibs N acre For corn or wheat be aware that a sandy soil type or heavy rainfall may require additional N application to maintain the NRS as a non limiting reference area FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 7 11 11 8 GreenSeeker Plugin 2 Prior to or shortly after planting establish the NRS Nitrogen Rich Strip in a representative portion of the field i e not in a historically high spot or low spot and then apply an applicators width swath of N The rate of N applied should be high enough to satisfy crop N needs in a good year For spring or winter wheat the N rate should be at least 100 lbs N acre For corn the N rate should be at least 200lbs N acre Keep in mind that a sandy soil type or heavy rainfall may require additional N application to maintain the NRS as a non limiting reference area 3 Make certain to use a permanent land marker or temporary marker to ensure that the NRS can easily be found later in the season You may also want to establish the location of the NRS by noting it as an A B line or flag on the FmX integrated display The ideal NRS would run the length of the field but it should at least be 400 feet long 4 At appropriate crop growth stage take readings of the NRS and an adjacent part of the field yet to be fertilized For most supplied algorithms the following is typical Wheat Feekes growth stage 4 6 Corn V8 V12 5 Find the area wher
278. lowing items tap the corrections status button at the top right of the screen Implement GPS Status Implement Correction Type Implement Correction Age Latitude Longitude Altitude Satellites HDOP VDOP Network ID FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Implement tab When the TrueTracker plugin is installed the TrueTracker tab becomes available on the main Run screen The TrueTracker tab enables you to adjust the implement steering independently of the vehicle steering For example if you can see that the implement is consistently to one side of the guidance line but the vehicle is correctly online you can apply Trim to the implement to correct it When turned on Zero Steering commands the steering to zero degrees left right centering the steering device on the implement This option can be turned on in the field keeping the coulters pointed straight or just at the ends of the field to center the steering Note Disengaging the TrueTracker system automatically turns off Zero Steering Note If the implement is consistently offline there may be a roll calibration issue Recheck the roll calibration Configuring the Engage button You can configure the Engage button to work in two different ways Single press The Engage button engages with one tap e The first tap engages implement and vehicle steering e The second tap disengages automated steering Two stage press The Engage button requi
279. ly 20 seconds Do not move the vehicle while the offset is being read Turn the vehicle around ensure the wheels are parked over the marks created in Step 4 and then tap Next EZ Steer Roll Calibration Press OK to accept these settings or Cancel to restore the previos settings The display records the roll offset in the second direction This takes approximately 20 seconds Do not move the vehicle while the offset is being read FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 6 The T2 calibration results will appear in the Roll Offset window The Roll Offset value should be between 0 and 4 7 Tap OK The EZ Steer Steering Calibration screen appears Calibrating and setting the EZ Steer parameters To calibrate the EZ Steer system and set the correct steering performance parameters the following steps must be completed with the vehicle moving forward along the A B line l From the EZ Steer Steering Calibration screen select Steering Performance The EZ Steer Steering Performance screen appears 2 To configure the Angle per Turn settings select the Step J tab EZ Sieer Steering Performance 0 00 Omen qase sase Step 1 Step Steps Angle Per Tur Sear by opening a field and sering am AE linc hiie 368 on tec AB fine miy kh or right then adjusted tie seing en this Rab pini yeaa performance using Angle Per Turn tien change be Msc ned Fab l Cant engage
280. m and then tap one of the following Set up the system See Configuring the display page 4 Calibrate Calibrate the touchscreen so that it reads your selections accurately The FmX integrated display ships with the touchscreen already calibrated N CAUTION Do not use a sharp item such as a pencil to press the touchscreen as you may damage the surface of the screen Use your finger to press the screen Diagnostics View information about Serial Communications CAN Bus System Information Advanced Power Levels e CPU Save Config Save the current system configuration Switch Config Switch to a saved system configuration 4 2 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 Password access Any Setup or Calibrate button marked with a padlock icon El is protected by two passwords Password type Description Administration password Your password The default is 2009 Master password A backup password in case you lose the Administration password If you require the Master password contact your local reseller The password screen appears the first time that you tap a Setup or Calibrate button after you turn on the display Use the virtual keyboard to enter the Administration password and then tap OK Note Passwords are case sensitive FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 3 4 Display Setup Configuring the display 1 Inthe Configuration screen select the System option and then tap Setup 4
281. mance Before you use the EZ Steer system it is recommended that you consider the following vehicle specific performance suggestions Vehicle type Performance hint 2WD tractor For an EZ Steer system installed on tractors that have SuperSteer for example New Holland TG If the tractor has a SuperSteer front axle for best performance e Reduce the Online Aggressiveness value e Line up close to the swath and make certain that the front wheels are straight before engaging the EZ Steer system To get smoother performance when the vehicle is pulling an implement over tilled ground enable the Diff Lock This prevents the machine from pulling sharply to the left or right If you are calibrating on a hard surface turn off Diff Lock 4WD tractor The EZ Steer system can be installed on Case IH STX tractors with Accusteer For optimal performance disable Accusteer using the switch in the cab if possible Sprayer It is common for these vehicles to have slow steering To compensate for this use high aggressiveness If you experience large slow oscillations increase the aggressiveness When you configure the system on a sprayer the Sprayer steering delay setting is available on the Vehicle Setup screen Some sprayers have steering that is slow to react after you turn the steering wheel The system uses the steering delay setting to compensate for this slowness and ensure that steering corrections occur at the correct point 5 74 FmX Integra
282. mit it cannot be engaged 5 72 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Engage offline Maximum distance from the swath at which the system can engage If the vehicle approaches the swath at a distance greater than this limit it cannot be engaged Disengage offline Maximum distance from the swath at which the system can remain engaged If the vehicle drives offline greater than this limit the system disengages Engage on A B Configure whether the system can be engaged on the master A B line Override sensitivity Amount the steering wheel must be turned manually before the system disengages EZ Steer external switch Configure the behavior of a seat foot switch 3 Configure the Engage Options as required and then tap OK The Configuration screen appears Engaging the system To engage the EZ Steer system you must have an open field in the Run screen and have an A B line defined The vehicle must be within the engage limits configured in EZ Steer systems Engage Options To manually engage the EZ Steer system do one of the following e Tap the engage button on the main guidance screen or press the engage button on the optional remote control e Press the optional remote engage foot pedal Disengaging the system Turning the steering wheel manually disengages the EZ Steer system It is recommended that you check this setting before you start using the system in a new installation by engaging on a lin
283. mplement e theField IQ plugin has been added to the FmX integrated display configuration See Adding or removing a plugin page 4 e the implement has been set up and configured for the appropriate operation such as planting or spraying See Chapter 7 Implement Configuration 10 10 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Setting up the implement This is done in the Implement Setup screen You must complete changes to all the tabs before you click OK to close the screen Selecting the implement operation and layout Implement Type tab Selecting the Operation and Layout allows a more customized setup this means that you will get the required settings for each operation 1 Inthe Implement Type tab of the Implement Setup screen select the required operation from the Operations drop down list and then click Edit 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 11 10 Field IQ Plugin The available Operations and Layouts are used as follows Spreading Pull type spreader Self propelled spreader Spraying Self propelled front boom Self propelled rear boom Pull type sprayer Planting Standard Front split Rear split Staggered Center offset Setting up the implement measurements Measurement tab These measurements are crucial to the performance of the vehicle and implement in the field You must measure each of these in order to enter the correct distances into the Measurements tab of the Implem
284. mplement and then tap Next 3 Lower the implement and then tap Next 4 Tap OK to return to the Field IQ Calibration screen Calibrating the modules WARNING The anhydrous valve calibration requires the vehicle and implement to be moving and the implement must be in the ground the implement lift switch must be down Take all necessary precautions to ensure user safety Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death Calibrate the modules to ensure that your system performs at the level you require The Field IQ Calibrate option only appears on the Configuration screen if you have at least one Field IQ Rawson control module or Rate control module set up to control the rate l From the Configuration screen select the Field IQ plugin and then tap Calibrate 2 From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the operation under the Module that you would like to calibrate The message Not calibrated appears at the end of the modules that need calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 61 10 Field IQ Plugin Note If you have an implement lift switch calibrate it first See above 10 62 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 3 Select Drive Calibration and then tap OK The Drive Calibration screen appears The Drive Calibration screen has the following tabs Drive Limits Enter the minimum and maximum flow values Field IQ Drive Calibration Drive Settings Turn the master switch on and vary
285. mum Speed Above productive Below non productive 17 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Productivity Monitoring Plugin 17 Operation When you open a field enter the additional details When the conditions that you set in the configuration are met they trigger pop up messages on the FmX integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 17 5 17 Productivity Monitoring Plugin 17 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Yield Monitoring Plugin In this chapter Getting the most out of the Trimble Yield Monitoring system Definitions B Auto width detection B Operating the Yield Monitoring plugin B General setup information Setting up the Yield Monitoring plugin Calibration Load tracking Variety tracking Diagnostics Yield Monitoring pop up messages Error messages B Third party display instructions The FmX integrated display can access yield data that is collected by yield monitoring sensors This chapter describes how to configure the FmX integrated display for use with various yield monitoring platforms It is recommended that you spend a few minutes reading Getting the most out of the Trimble Yield Monitoring system page 2 This section provides an overview of installation tare calibration and so on to help you use the system to its best advantage FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 1 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Getting the most out of the Trimble Yield Monit
286. n a tracked tractor Rows Number of rows that are covered by the implement Left Right Offset Measured from the center of the vehicle to the center of the implement or header This measurement adjusts the tractor path so that an offset implement is centered on the guidance line FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 7 7 Implement Configuration Geometry Implement Type Measurements Geometry Overlap Switches Hitch te Ground 14 n Contact Point Eua D Use the settings on the Geometry tab to set up the measurements required for accurate implement modeling Type Select the implement type The antenna offsets are required when a GPS antenna is mounted on the implement for TrueGuide or accurate modeling Hitch to Ground Measured from the tractor hitch pin to the soil engagement point that the Contact Point implement rotates about For planters this is typically the seeding units or the midpoint of several rows of tools Note For modeled implements shortening this setting causes the implement to come online more quickly while lengthening the setting causes the implement to come online more slowly 7 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Implement Configuration 7 Overlap Use this tab to set the nfill Boundary When you map a headland you create an inner boundary and an outer boundary Select nner to shut off sections when the implement reaches the inner boundary Select Outer to shut off sec
287. n disconnected disconnected Moisture out of range Check the sensor is positioned Bad reading received from moisture sensor properly and not being struck by paddles and there is no free water or wet soil on sensor surface The label cannot be oriented along the same axis as Invalid selection in IMU sensor orientation setup the connectors Choose the options that match the Trimble Yield Attempting to perform roll calibration before setting Monitor s mounting orientation a oie LAO orientation Would you like to calibrate the roll sensor Would you like to calibrate the roll sensor like to calibrate the roll sensor For accurate Roll Offset calibration you must turn the User did not turn the vehicle around a second step vehicle around of roll calibration Please select one or more loads to use for calibration Attempted to run load calibration with no loads Tap the check mark to select a load selected field Unable to recalibrate current field Calibration was unable to be applied to field possibly due to invalid data in field The calibration will be cleared Are you sure you want User tapped Reset in a calibration screen to do this The yield sensor calibration has been reset User confirmed yield calibration reset The moisture sensor calibration has been reset User confirmed moisture calibration reset The temperature sensor calibration has been reset User confirmed temperature calibration reset
288. n on setting up the Feature buttons see Feature mapping page 20 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Starting a field Getting Started 3 This is the screen where you either re open an existing field or create a new field You must select a Client Farm Field and Event in that order Note The first time that you use the Field Selection screen there are no existing fields so you must create one 1 From the Home screen tap ee Implement 2 From the Configuration Selection screen tap OK Selected Implement System Language English Units Feet and Inches Keyboard ABCDEF Vehicle Tractor 2WD MFWD 123 14 O swath width 14 0 application width B8 rows 14 Q swath width 14 0 application width 8 rows FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 3 3 Getting Started 3 Dooneofthe following Create a new client See Creating a client page 4 Select an existing client from the Client drop down list The Farm list now contains only the farms associated with that client Select the appropriate farm or create a new one Select the appropriate field or create a new one Select the appropriate event or create a new one QUO D pr de To add more information for record keeping tap Event Attributes The Event Attributes screen appears See Adding record keeping information page 4 8 To add and edit information on the variety of products that can be distributed
289. n the left hand side of the Virtual Terminal screen show the available ECUs Once you have selected an ECU the soft keys on the right hand side change depending on the information provided by the ECU FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 24 3 24 ISOBUS Task Controller plugin The Task Controller plugin enables you to communicate tasks back to a supported controller The supported implements include the Kuhn Moduliner and Rauch Axis Spreader Configuration In the Setup screen select the appropriate Port A or B 24 4 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide ISOBUS 24 Rates tab Task Control Setup In the Rates tab define the rates for the Task Controller paea BOSSRIDESDT nee aes Target Rate 1 This setting controls the volume that the implement supplies when Rate 1 is selected Target Rate 2 This setting controls the volume that the implement supplies when Rate 2 is selected Rate Increment When either Rate 1 or Rate 2 is selected the current application rate increases or decreases by this amount each time you adjust increment decrement the Rate Rate Increment This controls the speed at which the valve increases or decreases each time you adjust increment decrement the Rate This setting is the minimum rate that will be applied This setting is the maximum rate that will be applied FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 24 5 24 ISOBUS Run screen 1 Select the Task Cont
290. n the points by the speed 7 inches 0 099 Lead Time in seconds 70 4 inches second Drive along the AB line and then back at your application speed while you create trigger points Ensure that the trigger points are sufficiently close to one another If the gap between the points is unacceptable repeat the calibrations FmX Integrated Display User Guide Remote Output Plugin 15 Operating in the field Note To use the remote output functionality logging must be enabled Remote Output is based on the Cartesian coordinate system where point A is equivalent to a 0 0 and the zero guidance line is equivalent to the Y axis Field Desciption 4 2 2 Next ID The point at which the next pulse will be sent In Cartesian coordinates SS i ERE R1 would be Up 12 outputs from point A and Right by 1 swath width Current Pass The number of passes that have occurred since the vehicle has been turned around and Output started down the next path Total Outputs The total number of pulses that have been sent in the current event Next Output The distance to the point at which the next pulse will be sent The spinning red X marks the Distance next planned upcoming output Manual Trigger Tap to manually trigger an output This will cause the Current Pass Output and Total Outputs values to increase FmX Integrated Display User Guide 15 9 15 Remote Output Plu
291. nce features The chapter explains how to set up and use the field features and how to perform steering navigation FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 1 2 Display Overview System components Pack out contents The box contains the following components e TheFmxX integrated display e The mount bracket and screws e GNSS antenna e GNSS antenna mounting plate e Power cables e Quick reference card e Documentation CD e Radio antenna RTK only Mem Description oO FmX integrated display RAM mount and screws Front view 2 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 Trimble Rem pemp OOOO 9 12 touch sensitive screen In the field the easiest way to interact with the system is to tap the touch sensitive screen with your finger N CAUTION Do not press on the screen with a sharp item such as a pencil you may damage the surface of the screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 2 3 2 Display Overview Rear view Wem Beci o UR Power button Turn the display on or off Press and hold the power button for approximately 0 5 seconds Brightness controls Increase or decrease the brightness of the FmX integrated display Press the corresponding button USB socket Connect a USB memory stick to the display to transfer data to and from the unit e Power connection socket Connect the power cable P N 66694 to the display eoe Primary GPS connector Connect the GPS
292. nce of 2 m 80 or less Back offsets with the TrueGuide system are not accepted Antenna Left Right Measured from the center of the implement to the center of the GPS Offset antenna This is used only when the GPS antenna is mounted on the implement When using the TrueGuide system minimize the antenna offset positions They should not exceed 1 m or 40 Antenna Height The working height of the GPS antenna on the implement This is used only when the GPS antenna is mounted on the implement Setting up the infill boundary Overlap tab Implement Type Hew ements earns Creeilap Sches 10 14 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Select the required option from the Infill Boundary drop down list This is the option that you want every field to default to The options are cen cert eee Uses the field boundary as the infill boundary When running a Headland setting this moves the boundary to the inside of the last headland pass This allows you to run the inside patterns first before running the headland and then use the inner boundary for section rate shutoff Setting up the implement switches Switches tab Use this option to enable any implement switches that are connected to the Field IQ system 1 Inthe Switches tab of the Implement Setup screen tap Setup Add Edit Implement Lift Sensor FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 15 10 Field IQ Plugin 2 Inthe Add Edit
293. nditions a The modified work must itself be a software library b You must cause the files modified to carry prominent notices stating that you changed the files and the date of any change c You must cause the whole of the work to be licensed at no charge to all third parties under the terms of this License d If a facility in the modified Library refers to a function or a table of data to be supplied by an application program that uses the facility other than as an argument passed when the facility is invoked then you must make a good faith effort to ensure that in the event an application does not supply such function or table the facility still operates and performs whatever part of its purpose remains meaningful For example a function in a library to compute square roots has a purpose that is entirely well defined independent of the application Therefore Subsection 2d requires that any application supplied function or table used by this function must be optional ifthe application does not supply it the square root function must still compute square roots These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Library and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves then this License and its terms do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works But when you distribute the same sections as part of a
294. nformation they provide is intended to minimize the risk of personal injury and or damage to property In particular observe safety instructions that are presented in the following format WARNING This alert warns of a potential hazard which if not avoided can cause severe injury CAUTION This alert warns of a hazard or unsafe practice which if not avoided can cause injury or damage Note An absence of specific alerts does not mean that there are no safety risks involved WARNING Incorrect adjustment of the Manual Override Sensitivity calibration setting could cause this critical safety feature to fail resulting in personal injury or damage to the vehicle Any adjustment to this setting should only be made by an experienced user WARNING During the Deadzone calibration the system moves the vehicle s steering wheels To avoid injury be prepared for sudden vehicle movement WARNING When you tap the liquid flow calibration Start button the machine will become operational Take all necessary precautions to ensure user safety Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death WARNING When you tap the control valve calibration Start button the machine will become operational Take all necessary precautions to ensure user safety Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death WARNING When you tap the fill disk Start button the machine will become operational Take all necessary precautions to ensure use
295. ng the steering at the start of each cycle try turning the steering in the opposite direction to that which is being tested so that the calibration procedure has a greater range to test over Error Valve Connectors The calibration test sensed the steering turning in the opposite direction to what Could Be Swapped was expected Retry and if the problem persists either the valve connectors have been accidentally swapped or the steering sensor calibration was performed incorrectly Error No GPS A GPS receiver must be connected and outputting positions before the software can run the calibration procedure Error No Steering During the calibration cycle insufficient movement was sensed in order for the Response Detected calibration to complete If the problem persists the hydraulic installation could be faulty Error Unable To Determine A problem occurred when trying to compute dead zone Retry and if the DZ Try Again problem persists contact Technical Support Proportional steering gain calibration Note Complete the steering sensor calibration before you perform the proportional gain calibration Perform the proportional steering gain calibration only when the TrueTracker system performance is less than satisfactory The proportional steering gain PGain setting enables you to reach a compromise between rapid steering response and stability Modifications to the PGain setting affect two steering characteristics e S
296. ng movement occurs WARNING During the Automated Deadzone calibration the system moves the wheels that steer the vehicle To avoid injury be prepared for sudden vehicle movement In this test the system independently opens and closes each side ofthe steering system while determining the point at which wheel movement occurs Notes on calibrating the automated steering dead zone You must complete the Steering Angle procedure before you run this procedure To ensure optimal system performance the hydraulic fluid must be at normal operating temperature when you run this procedure On some vehicles with large reservoirs it may take several hours for the fluid to reach operating level especially if the implement circuit is lightly loaded Consult the vehicle documentation to determine if the hydraulic fluid temperature can be shown on a vehicle console If you perform the calibration while the system is still cold repeat both the Deadzone and the Proportional gain calibration procedures once the system is at operating temperature To configure the automated steering deadzone Place the vehicle in a large field that is free of hazards To minimize the effect of the ground conditions the field should have smooth soil that is loose but firm Select the Automated Steering Deadzone procedure from the calibration list See page 10 Autopilot Automated Deadzone Calibration Instructions Oniy proceed if the steering sensor c
297. ng to 5 ft this will then record survey points every 1 5m 5 ft and provide a more accurate profile of the ground surface 4 Tap OK 9 54 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 5 Inthe Run screen drive to a point that will be untouched to use as a reference point Measure a master benchmark and then flag this point so you can easily find it again 6 Drive the vehicle to the start of the line where you want to install tile or clean a ditch for the most efficient method it is recommended that this is the high end of the line Open the WM Survey tab and then select Survey at the top of the list Select the Design Type and Design Size vels hi n R 7 Tap Record and then drive the line all the way to the end point for the most efficient method it is recommended that the end point is where the tile line is to be connected to a main or outlet Tap Record again to stop the recording Note The Record button turn greens when activated and turns grey when deactivated You have now successfully surveyed the line where the tile is to be installed or the ditch is to be cleaned FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 55 9 Water Management Designing a section line Once you have created survey lines you can use Autoslope to create designs for installing tile along those lines 1 From the Run screen tap Design in the WM Drain tab select the Section Line that you want to design in the Current Secti
298. not detected for longer than the delay setting Blockage When less than this amount of material is sensed for the number of seconds given When Sensitivity Alarm no pulses are sensed for this amount of time the alarm triggers Multiples If two seeds fall within this percentage of seed spacing it is considered a double Threshold Lowering this number requires seeds to be closer together to be reported as a double Skips Threshold If two seeds fall outside of this percentage of seed spacing it is considered a skip Raising this number requires seeds to be further apart to be a skip Averaging Sample This is the number of seeds used to calculate the average Increasing this amount makes Size the response slower but more stable Misplaced Seeds If a seed falls outside this percentage of seed spacing then it s considered misplaced and Threshold reduces the spacing quality 10 20 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Operation tab When you have completed the entries in this tab tap Next Material Details None Material Alarms Operation jump Start Speed 2 00 mph Jump Start Timeout 0 00 5 Shutoff Speed Minimum Override Speed 0 00 mph Apply Latency to Boundary T ww Rate Snapping lor M Jump Start Speed This setting controls the speed to be used when the Field IQ master switch box Master switch is put in the jump start position This manual override option can be used to operate the system when the vehicl
299. ns of the delivery equipment Last default or zero rate When the vehicle moves outside the area covered by the prescription file no target rate is available There are three options for controlling the output rate e Continue to use the last rate being output when the vehicle moves off the prescription e Use a default rate e Use a zero rate Specify the required option in the Select Prescription screen e Prescriptions can now be selected even when the vehicle is a great distance away from the field enabling operators or managers to load a prescription before driving to the field aa tome 1 j ry elect Prescription 3 34 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Display Setup In this chapter m Accessing the system configuration settings B Configuring the display CHAPTER This chapter describes how to configure the basic settings and appearance the display Note Some configuration settings are unavailable when a field is open in the Run screen To access these settings return to the Run screen and then tap the Home button When prompted to close the field tap Yes FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 1 4 Display Setup Accessing the system configuration settings To configure the system settings do the following 1 From the Home screen tap X 2 Tap Configure The Configuration screen appears with the currently installed plugins listed on the left of the screen 3 Tap Syste
300. nstalled the FmX integrated display can control planters sprayers air seeders liquid strip till tool bars and spinner spreaders It can perform automatic section control using Tru Count air clutches boom valves LiquiBlock and various section control devices while also controlling rates using a prescription with Rawson drives servo valves PWM valves and various flow control devices This chapter explains how to configure and use the Field IQ plugin Different functions of the plugin can be configured and controlled by Field IQ as follows Planter Seed Section Control of up to 48 individual rows Field IQ section control module s needed using Tru Count air clutches Seed Rate Control using up to 4 Rawson drives to change seed population Seed Rate control using up to 4 PWM drives to change seed population Liquid Fertilizer Control of up to 48 individual liquid nozzles Field IQ section control module s needed using Tru Count LiquiBlock valves Variety tracking Sprayer Liquid Rate Control using either a PWM or Servo control valve Liquid Section Control of up to 48 individual spray nozzles Field IQ Section Control Module s needed using existing boom shutoff valves or Tru Count LiquiBlock valves Strip till liquid Liquid Section Control of up to 48 sections or individual sections Field IQ Section Control Module s needed using Tru Count LiquiBlock valves Liquid Rate Control using up to 2 Rawson drives connected to fixed dis
301. nt horizontal distance between the front and rear axles Note The Engage Steering and Advanced tabs on this screen are populated automatically with starting values based on the vehicle type selected 7 Tap OK The Configuration screen appears 5 66 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Calibrating T2 roll compensation The EZ Steer system contains sensors that use T2 terrain compensation technology to provide roll compensation when the vehicle is on a slope or drives over a bump For roll compensation to work correctly the controller must be calibrated 1 Select the EZ Steer plugin and then tap Calibrate E Steer Steering Calibration Vahiche Type Tractor 2WwDMFIA D Controller Orienta 1ecring Perfermmaaice 2 Select Controller Orientation EZ Steer Roll Calibration Onentation Set the image to match the controller onentation in th cab EZ Steer connectors point towards the rear of the vehicle Next FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 67 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 68 2 From the Orientation drop down list select the orientation of the SCM steering control module and then tap Next EZ Steer Roll Calibration Park the vehich and mark the incide position of both sete of wheels Park the vehicle mark the inside position of both sets of wheels and then tap Next The display records the roll offset in the first direction This takes approximate
302. nt Configurations screen tap Configure 3 Select the Autopilot option and then tap Setup Vehicle Controller Setup 4 Inthe Connector list select the port on the FmX integrated display that the Autopilot system controller is connected to 5 The Current Selection displays the current vehicle vdb profile that is loaded on the display To change this setting see Selecting the vehicle page 7 6 Inthe Vehicle Color list select the preferred color for the vehicle icon that appears on the Run screen 5 4 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Configuring the Engage tab Vehicle Engage Stecning Advanced Operator Timem Coverage Log l Inthe Engage tab select Operator Timeout 2 Inthe Enter The EZ Steer Operator Timeout screen enter a value and then tap OK 3 In the Coverage Log list select either Manual or When Engaged Configuring the Steering tab Vehicle Engage Sheer Advanced Nude Increment Erud of Bow Wanna Drs Walkie On Speed Legacy Sensors 1 Inthe Steering tab select Nudge Increment 2 Inthe Enter The Nudge Increment Distance screen enter the distance the Run screen Nudge buttons move the line back to the correct path and then tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 5 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 6 3 Select End of Row Warning Dist 4 Inthe Enter End of Row Warning Distance screen enter the distance for the end of row warnin
303. ntegrated display records all latitude longitude and height data in decimal degrees Note The FmX integrated display reads and writes ESRI ArcView version 2 0 or 3 1 3D polylines polygons and points The M and Z entity types introduced in ArcView 3 1 can be generated in the track logging files but cannot be read by the FmX integrated display For more information go to the ESRI website www esri com Editing files ESRI shape shp and attribute dbf files can be used in many other software packages that can import or use shp and dbf formats The Farm Works software is recommended For more information go to www farmworks com Data collected by the FmX integrated display can be opened directly into the Farm Works software You can make changes to the files and save them on an office computer Do not save changes back to the USB memory stick as this could mean that you cannot select the field with the FmX integrated display The Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software and most database software also let you open and view the data in the attribute dbf file Generating files in the office The FmX integrated display can load files that you created in office software Save Shapefile or Agfile gdx prescriptions to the AgGPS Prescriptions folder on the card to send rates to a variable rate controller FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 3 23 Data Management Folders on the USB memory stick This list sh
304. o the display for longer than the operator timeout period a message appears on the screen If you acknowledge the message within 30 seconds the system does not disengage Minimum speed Minimum speed at which the system can engage If the system is engaged and the speed drops below this limit the system disengages Maximum speed Maximum speed at which the system can engage If the system is engaged and the speed increases above this limit the system disengages Maximum angle Maximum angle at which the system can engage If the vehicle approaches the swath at an angle greater than this limit it cannot be engaged Engage offline Maximum distance from the swath at which the system can engage If the vehicle approaches the swath at a distance greater than this limit it cannot be engaged Disengage offline Maximum distance from the swath at which the system can remain engaged If the vehicle drives offline greater than this limit the system disengages Coverage log Appears on the Run screen to show what areas have been applied e Select When Engaged to automatically show coverage logging when the system is engaged e Select Manual to show coverage logging only when you tap EH Override sensitivity Amount the steering wheel must be turned manually before the system disengages Steering tab Vehiie Engage Steering Advanced Nudge Increment Angle Per Turn z Online Aggr Freeplay Lett Approach Aggr Freeplay Right Motor
305. o the steering commands These sudden movements can cause collisions with nearby obstacles or cause injury to occupants of the vehicle Be prepared for sudden wheel movements 4 Tap Next in the next two screens that appear 5 Test various gain settings while you monitor the vehicle performance and the values in the Slew Time and Overshoot fields for the Turn Left phase a Adjust the New Gain field if required b Turn the front wheels completely to the right to begin the test The test is for the stop to stop position 5 20 FmXIntegrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 c Tap Turn Left Both turn buttons are unavailable while the wheels slew Autopilot Steering Gain Calibration Note The optimum gain setting has short slew time short millisecond reading and low overshoot percentage less than 5 896 6 Repeat Step 5 with Turn Right Both turn buttons are unavailable while the wheels slew 7 When you locate the best gain value do one of the following Tap OK to save the value in the Autopilot controller memory Tap Cancel to restart the calibration procedure FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 21 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 22 Configuring the antenna position and roll offset correction Note Antenna offsets are provided when the antenna cannot be placed directly over the working point of the implement It is recommended that these offsets are minimized whenever possible 1 Sel
306. on field and then tap Edit Design 2 Note The section lines are labeled from S1 in the order that they surveyed in 9 56 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 3 The design screen works from the outlet at the left side of the screen and runs the design uphill to the right The direction of the profile is defined by the direction that it was surveyed If your survey profile is displayed the wrong way around change the setting in the Direction drop down list from Outlet at Survey Start to Outlet at Survey End or from Outlet as Survey End to Outlet at Survey Start 4 Edit the constraint fields to your requirements Section Auto the nearest section line is automatically selected Selection Manual manually select a section from the drop down list Section The direction of the profile is defined by the direction that it was surveyed If you want your Direction profile displayed in the other direction switch between Outlet at Survey Start and Outlet at Survey End Min Depth The minimum depth for the tile or ditch installation The system will not allow the design profile to be any shallower than the minimum depth The minimum depth is shown on the profile as a red line Optimal Depth The depth to install the tile or ditch The design will keep to this depth where it can It will move off the optimal depth to be within the other constraints where it needs to Max Depth The maximum depth for the tile or
307. on which GIS package you use Once you create the prescription store either the three prescription files in ESRI shape file format or the single gdx file in the AgGPS Prescriptions folder Then when you are within the proximity criteria the prescription is available to load When you map a new field or select an existing field you can also select any shapefile shp or AgInfo GDX gdx prescription file created in AgInfo version 3 5 44 0 or later that is within the following limits For this type of field Prescriptions must Proximity Be within 1 km of the field If you load a shapefile prescription select the rate column If you use complex contoured prescriptions loading the prescriptions can take some time The FmX integrated display shows progress bars while it loads and converts prescriptions You can configure the status sliders on the main navigation screen the Run screen to show the target rate specified in the prescription file and the applied rates returned from the controller for the active channel FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 31 3 Getting Started When a field is open a prescription is loaded and a controller is connected the target rates read from the prescription and applied rates received from the controller can be shown in the status text items An example with as applied rates displayed is shown below For more information see Status items page 8 To load a presc
308. onnected Trimble moisture sensor connection error moisture sensor connection error YIELD un Temperature sensor is reporting Bad reading received EE temperature sensor values outside of a valid range YIELD MONITOR Field changed on YM2000 Verify YM2000 reported a field error that the Crop type is not inadvertently changed on YM2000 YIELD MONITOR Load changed on YM2000 Verify YM2000 reported a load error that the crop type is not inadvertently changed on YM2000 YIELD MONITOR Cannot Detect YM2000 Serial Port Lost connection with YM2000 yield monitor state XX 18 26 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Error messages Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 State 1 During boot up State 2 During boot up State 3 During boot up State 4 60 Series e Moisture unit e Head unit e Armrest unit 70 Series e Moisture sensor e CC1 unit e Cab unit e Corner post YM 2000 e Cannot detect YM 2000 e Serial port Never sees the armrest header unit moisture sensor or reports which one is not visible by the FmX integrated display Will show which controller is not visible armrest header unit moisture sensor FmX integrated display has lost communication from the CAN bus Ensure that the correct cable is installed Ensure the display is communicating with the CAN bus system diagnostics serial port Port A B is there another value other than zero for CAN messages 60 Series Combines
309. opilot controller memory Tap Cancel to restart the calibration procedure 13 18 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Configuring the antenna position and roll offset correction 1 Select Roll Antenna Compensation from the calibration list popes Aight of the line 2 Before changing these settings complete the procedures described below Notes on configuring the antenna position e Before configuring the antenna compensation make sure that the TrueTracker system is completely set up the Autopilot software is properly configured the correct GPS corrections are enabled Read this section carefully before you attempt the configuration Setting the antenna height above the ground l Place the tractor and implement on a flat level surface 2 Measure the distance from the ground to the base of the GPS receiver or antenna 3 Enter this value in the Antenna Height Above Ground field Setting the antenna distance from the center line 1 Place the tractor and implement on a flat level surface 2 Measure the distance from the centerline of the implement to the center of the GPS receiver or antenna 3 Enter this value into the Antenna Distance from centerline field and indicate whether it is left or right ofthe centerline Values to the left of the centerline are displayed as negative numbers The nose of the vehicle is considered the forward direction FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13
310. opy 38 is the optimum height and must be measured from the top of the crop to the rectangular LED window of the sensor Make sure all wiring harness components remain fastened to the boom as to not obstruct the view of the sensors and are free of any pinch points from boom folding and movement FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 21 11 GreenSeeker Plugin 11 22 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueGuide Plugin In this chapter B Connecting the TrueGuide implement guidance system B Configuring the TrueGuide implement guidance system B Calibrating the TrueGuide implement guidance system CHAPTER This chapter describes how to configure the TrueGuide implement guidance plugin to work with the FmX integrated display Note Firmware version 2 0 or later of the FmxX integrated display and the NavController II firmware version 5 10 are required for TrueGuide implement guidance The TrueGuide plugin for the Autopilot automated steering system and the FmX integrated display supports a second GPS receiver an FmX internal or external AgGPS receiver on the implement that is used to measure the position of the implement so that the Autopilot system can adjust the position of the tractor to pull the implement on line The TrueGuide system supports towed implements for front steered tracked and articulated tractors To achieve the highest performance from TrueGuide implement guidance the Autopilot system on
311. or H1 below Although you can engage on this line an alert will appear to inform you that you are engaged on the same line as someone else FmX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 Coverage Your vehicle coverage is yellow all other vehicles coverage is shown in teal irrespective of whether there is only one or more than one other vehicle Coverage shows only when the Client Farm Field Event you are linking to are all the same Coverage controls the following e Tru Count clutches e Liqui Block clutches e Rate as section e Header swath width for yield calculation e Sprayer sections Note The warning Event Memory Low appears when the size of the file in the current event exceeds the memory capacity of the FmX display If this warning appears exit the current field and begin a new event with a similar name FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 15 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems Ag3000 modem Introduction to the Ag3000 modem The Ag3000 modem enables the FmX integrated display to receive RTK corrections from a Trimble VRS network a third party RTK provider or a Continuously Operating Reference Station CORS Connecting the Ag3000 modem The following figure shows how to connect the FmX integrated display to the Autopilot Automated Steering System while using corrections from the Ag3000 modem
312. or Low Medium and High flows a Conduct a calibration load of 3 000 6 000 lbs at your normal constant speed with a 100 cut width 12 rows at 30 ft b Repeat this procedure for one load at 75 of the normal cut width 8 rows at 20 ft one load at 50 of normal cut width 6 rows at 15 ft and one load at 25 of normal cut width 3 rows at 7 5 ft at the same constant speed This provides a calibration curve for Low Medium and High Flow variations throughout the course of Harvest An example of calibration loads using this method is as follows Load 1 5 768 lbs 4 mph 100 Load 2 4 547 lbs 9 4 mph 75 Load 3 3 834 lbs 4 mph 50 Load 4 2 764 lbs 4 mph 25 Note It is highly recommended that you conduct a minimum of three calibration loads to ensure that the system provides accurate readings for all low medium and high flows throughout harvest If you conduct a Single Load calibration this may result in poor accuracy performance when Harvesting outside the Flow range at which the system was initially calibrated 7 Inthe Yield Sensor Calibration screen for each load Enterthe Actual Scale Weight Enter the Actual Test Weight average of a minimum of three test weight measurements Select each load for which the Actual Weight and Test Weight will be calibrated 8 Tap Update Calibration 9 Tap Apply Calibration 10 Inthe Moisture Sensor Calibration screen for each load Enter the Actua
313. or information about the appropriate values for your sprayer see the Support Note Field IQ Crop Input Control System For Sprayers and Spreaders 5 Tap OK to return to the main calibration screen and then tap Flow Calibration The following screen appears Granular Calibration us TAL a 6 Enter the following values Gate Height Setting Note If you entered a gate height measurement during setup you must also enter a measurement here Shaft Encoder Constant 10 58 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 7 To calculate the calibration constant tap Calculate The following dialog appears Calibration Constant Calculator Gate Width 1 0 Drag Chain Distance Per Rev 2 2 0 Calibration Constant 201 290725 8 Enter the Gate Width and Drag Chain Distance Per Rev The system calculates the Calibration Constant 9 Tap OK to return to the Granular Calibration Screen 10 Place a clean empty container under the spreader to capture the material dispensed during the calibration and then tap Calibrate N CAUTION Moving parts during this operation Ensure the implement is safe to operate 11 The Granular Calibration screen appears Granular Calibration Rate Controller 5015561943 Calibrate Enter the desired amount of material t be dispensed them press Start Amount of Material to be Dispensed 100 00 Ibs Target Rate 200 00 Ibs a Target 5peed 6 0
314. or this and will always use COM A e Set Bit 7 mode to off Bit 7 mode sends two prescriptions and is not supported by the FmxX integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 14 7 14 14 8 Serial Rate Control Plugin Hardi 5500 and 6500 To use the Hardi 5500 or 6500 you need a special adapter cable Trimble P N 59043 to connect to the FmX cable P N 67091 that is connected to Port A or B on the display Optionally you can use an extension straight through serial cable Notes Connect the cable to serial port 1 on the Hardi controller On the Hardi 6500 you must use the terminal version 1 55 or later and Jobcom version 1 55 or later The Hardi 6500 must be set to metric units Configuring the controller To set up the controller to operate correctly with the FmX display do the following 1 Turn on the controller 2 Hold the ESC button while turning on the Hardi contoller 3 Inthe extended menu use the arrow keys to select the E 4 Data Exchange menu 4 Enter the COM 1 setup and the set the following Equipment type VRA remote Protocol Hardi VRA Baud Rate 9600 5 Turn of the controller and then turn it on 6 Goto Menu 2 3 and select VRA Remote Control Enable Flex Air The FmX integrated display can send rates to the Tyler Flex Air variable rate controller The controller can have four channels main liquid co applicator and supplemental Rates from all channels are recorded in the variable ra
315. orica 23 5 Chenpiolde Pe ucc pen tate SR NERA RESO REGROUPE RENE EGESTAS MS 23 7 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 15 Contents 24 25 16 Fat Odea gages see ewe eee ea net te eons hee se eta eee ee ae aane 23 8 OC CEO RFT Oe eo A OAS ee eee ee eee 23 8 ys ooh Ghd 4 e855 4S SEO 44 OMS EE OR SSE EEE e 23 10 Task Dara Olde wae e ie doh Ge ee Sant tien Lee weet eive tee ney ia Ga 23 10 Files 01 the USB memory SUCK e scie acosa teehee ee Sebo ebb heed ee see KE ERS 23 11 Field boundary and ABLinefiles llle 23 11 Coverage loping dala aaa aude eke ee eee eO a hea eee eeeG seen eas Hee 23 12 Track logging ICS sas tka eke ae kee ae eee ae ee oe eee se ee eS 23 12 Event NSO Mee dee enae ee epee he Ret eG eG ade oe EGE ee ees 23 13 Featiies Ctra E E E hos E E aaa ee 23 14 Programi Log message file 2 2 6 6 663 45 dh48 6556 6656 TA ER aieka 23 15 Importing AB Lines or boundaries llle 23 16 The Prescriphions Tolder 444 do 64 655 3 9 c RACER EE eee ewe od e 23 18 Copying or deleting data MICS s 4 4 5 4 025 554 6 i Fee ph eee eee eye ee a ded 23 19 Accessing data files from the Home screen 0 0000040 23 19 Accessing the data files through the Configuration screen 23 19 Sapia ae i EA sew kG Boones E E E E E ee ees 23 20 Delene d ea e EErEE eee 23 20 Data dicHonaneS epee P rrre 23 22 ISUBUS uox ook m ROO RO c E EO OR REC ERR EC 24 1 Virogab Terminal OMI 4 sos eoe k
316. oring plugin with Claas Quantimeter always set the Autopilot Coverage Log setting to Manual See Configuring the Engage tab page 5 Crop Harvested setting 1 On the Cebis display select and then select FM 2 Select P and then select the crop that you are harvesting Moisture Measuring setting l Select and then select El 2 Select and then adjust the following settings Status Moisture correction Display of yield with storage moisture Adjust storage moisture Display of current moisture Bulk Density setting Turnthe HOTKEY dial to the scales icon Scales icon FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 29 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 30 2 Adjust the crop density by rotating the HOTKEY until the correct value appears on the screen Note The lbs bu value must be set before the Weight Measured function can be used Zero Yield setting l Select and then select Eo 2 Select and then select ES 3 lap OK Zero Angle setting l Select and then select 2 Select EN and then select 3 Tap OK Calibrating the Claas Cebis Quantimeter l Select Kd and then select el Select WIN and then scroll to On Harvest a full grain tank or truck load Once the tank or truck is full select and then select Select WWA and then scroll to Off Weigh the grain tank or truck to get a scale ticket Select and then select Ea Select and then select Crop yield weighted Scroll to inc
317. oring system This section is an overview ofthe key elements that are required to use the Yield Monitoring system to best advantage Read this before you start the installation and setup procedures 18 2 Installation The Trimble Yield Monitoring System relies on a good installation of the optical sensors To ensure the best results Install the optical sensors in the location described in the Installation Guide If the desired location is not achievable install the optical sensors as high as possible but no more than 6 inches 15 cm below the top spindle of the elevator Installing the sensors lower than 36 inches 90 cm above the bottom spindle will give unacceptable results Ensure that there is no opportunity for interference between the optical sensors or the retaining brackets and any moving parts on the combine Be especially aware of chains belts pulleys and tensioning rods and keep in mind that their range of motion may be much greater during operation than when standing still Ensure that the optical sensors will not move out of alignment during operation Ensure that the optical sensors will not sense the paddle support bracket Refer to the Installation Guide for more information Tare calibration The quality ofthe Tare Calibration is critical to getting good accuracy particularly at low flow rates To ensure the best results Check the tare daily When performing the tare calibration run the system at th
318. overlapped a previously harvested area 18 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Tap a section to view more details Page 1 of the plugin tab Page 2 of the plugin tab Load and Calibration tab E E 9 erame otne ted ana eei eere OOOO Toggle button e Tap New Load to start recording a new load e Tap End Load to stop recording the current load FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 9 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Description Description Tap Edit Overview to access the Choose Status Items tab where you can edit the l that appears on this page Q Tap to return to the previous Tap to return to the previous plugin screen screen Lu NNNM Edit or delete Load Details Select Auto or Manual Moisture Override If you select Manual use the virtual keypad to enter the moisture value This value is used until you select Auto Tap the blue arrow buttons to change the status items that you want to appear on Page 2 and then tap OK You can ME the er items on the Status Item tab mm Minimum Moisture Moisture Tap Yield Sensor Calibration to calibrate the yield sensor or update the calibration Tap Yield Sensor um IE to calibrate the Tap Yield Sensor Calibration to calibrate the yield sensor or update the calibration sensor or update the calibration EM Tap Moisture Sensor Calibration to calibrate the moistur
319. ow to configure plugins Note Some configuration settings are unavailable when a field is open in the Run screen To access these settings return to the Run screen and then tap the Home button When prompted to close the field tap Yes FmX Integrated Display User Guide 8 1 8 Overview of Plugins Introduction to plugins The EmX integrated display has a number of plugins that you can install to expand its functionality Most of these plugins require additional hardware to work correctly Rem Samus Description Sem Ag3000 modem Optional Enable the Ag3000 GSM GPRS cellular modem to Chapter 19 VRS receive RTK type corrections using VRS infrastructure Plugin for DCM 300 network technology and Ag3000 Modems EZ Remote joystick Optional Control a variety of display functions remotely Chapter 20 EZ Remote Joystick LB25 external Optional Monitor your line with a second or third lightbar Chapter 21 LB25 lightbar External Lightbar FleldLevel Optional Survey a field and then create a design Chapter 9 Water Survey Design Level the field to a design install subsurface Management FieldLevel Il drainage or surface ditches Tandem Dual Control leveling with two GPS receivers in one of two possible scraper configurations Field IQ Optional Configure the Field IQ crop input control system to Chapter 10 Field IQ control sections and vary application rates Plugin GreenSeeker Optional Vary fertilizer rate in real time u
320. own list select the required period of inactivity until the backlight dims 3 From the Turn Off System drop down list select the required period of inactivity until the display shuts down 4 Tap OK 4 32 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Setup 4 Time zone Note Configuring the time zone can cause multiple warning messages to appear Do not be concerned by this To synchronize the system time to the GPS signals l From the Display Setup screen select Timezone and then tap Setup 2 Ifthe time is not correct tap the or button to change the time by 1 hour increments Signal input module for an OEM switch interface The signal input module SIM can interface with existing equipment inputs to control on screen buttons and features A SIM must be connected to assign features to the buttons Signal Input Assignment To assign the buttons highlight the action in the right column and then tap Set to set the action to the specified input FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 33 4 Display Setup 4 34 FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Vehicle Guidance Options In this chapter Manual guidance B Autopilot automated steering system guidance Row Guidance EZ Pilot assisted steering system guidance B EZ Steer assisted steering system guidance You must configure the vehicle guidance settings before using the FmX integrated display Vehicle guidance is controlled by either
321. ows e The names and types of files containing mapping and logging information e The folder where the FmX integrated display saves these files on the USB memory stick go to AgGPS AB Lines Autopilot Data Client Farm and then select the appropriate folder Fide wa Description e Field Field AB Line For more information see Field folder page 8 Boundary and or AB Lines polylines Field Boundary Polygon Coordinates Swaths shp Swaths dbf Swaths shx Boundary shp Boundary dbf Boundary shx lt Latitude Longitude Altitude gt pos Event history Event information Point features Attribute ID and latitude longitude and height Line with attribute ID Area features Area polygons with attribute ID Series of polygons Track Series of 3D points with attributes Free Form Paths for free form Guidance guidance Event For more information see Event folder page 10 23 4 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide EventHistory dbf Version Client Farm Field Event Operator Material Date Open Time Open Date Close Time Close Duration Primary AB ABLine Cover Area Cover Distance Cover Time Engage Time PointFeature shp PointFeature dbf PointFeature shx LineFeature shp LineFeature dbf LineFeature shx AreaFeature shp AreaFeature dbf AreaFeature shx Coverage shp Coverage dbf Coverage shx Track3D_ lt date time gt shp Tra
322. ows the actual heading where water will fall If you have 0 000 slope on the Cross axis the Composite Heading will be the same as the Primary Heading 9 32 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Defining a plane using a single point 1 From the Run screen select the Survey Design plugin and then create a benchmark that will be used to define the direction of the slope and its heading Note It can be useful to create the benchmark at the critical point for example where the water will enter or exit the field This ensures that where the benchmark is the plane is on grade 2 Select the FieldLevel II plugin and then tap Design Height jCutti 3 Ifmore than one benchmark is stored tap Choose Pivot and then select the benchmark that you want to be on grade 4 Tap OK The Plane Editor screen appears 5 Ifusinga known offset enter it into the Height Above Pivot field 6 Enter the values for Primary Slope Primary Heading and Cross Slope For water to run along the Primary and Cross axis the slope values must be keyed in as negative values Ifyou want to define the primary heading by measuring a second point see Defining a plane using multiple benchmarks page 34 7 Tochange the direction of the Cross Slope tap Flip This changes the Cross Heading between 90 and 270 from the Primary Heading 8 The plane is now defined Tap OK The Run screen appears Note The FieldLevel II pl
323. oystick Requirements e FmX integrated display e EZ Remote joystick 20 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide EZ Remote Joystick 20 Installation For installation information see the EZ Remote Joystick Quick Reference Card FmX Integrated Display User Guide 20 3 20 EZ Remote Joystick Enabling the EZ Remote Joystick l Connect the EZ Remote joystick into Port B on the back of the display An EZ Remote joystick icon automatically appears on the Configuration screen 2 From the Configuration screen select EZ Remote and then tap Setup The EZ Remote Assignment screen appears EZ Remote Assignment Press the button on the EZ Pismate LED Brightness controller to assign function F 3 Inthe EZ Remote Assignment screen you can configure each key for the function you want to control remotely You can also adjust the brightness of the LED joystick buttons 4 On the EZ Remote joystick press the first button you wish to program The Function Assignment screen appears Function Assignment for Button D m Feature 3 Logging n Pause Resume Map Feature 1 Map Feature Z Map Feature 4 Next Tab on Run Screen D Jutepilot Engage Disengage 5 Tap the feature that you want to program into that button on the control joystick 20 4 FmX Integrated Display User Guide EZ Remote Joystick 20 6 Tap Set and then tap OK The Keypad Assignment screen appears again 7 Repeat Step 3 through Step 6 to
324. p Extras Provides access to the Hybrid Setup options and remote log switch configuration Implement Type Implement Setup l Inthe mplement Type tab select the current task from the drop down list 2 To change the implement layout tap Edit and then select the layout type that matches your implement 7 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Implement Configuration 7 Measurements Implement Setup Implement Type Measurements Geometry Overlap switcnes Swath Width 40 0 0 A Application Width Application Offset Rows Left Right Offset Note The screen is scaled to the swath or application width whichever is larger If any offset is greater than this the tractor image may pass the edge of the screen Note This setting is used for navigation in the Run screen when you tap Skip to adjust the guidance line the guidance line moves across by this number of rows Enter the following implement measurements Swath Width Set the distance between guidance passes Application The applied width of the tool or boom This measurement sets the width of the Width coverage logging and mapping Application Measured from the fixed axle of the vehicle to the point on the implement where Offset coverage logging will be mapped The fixed axle varies depending on vehicle type e Rear axle on front steering tractor and self propelled sprayer e Front axle on a harvester and 4x4 tractor e Center of tracks o
325. perated in accordance with Trimble s relevant operators manual and specifications and b the Products and Software are not modified or misused The preceding warranties shall not apply to and Trimble shall not be responsible for defects or performance problems resulting from i the combination or utilization of the Product or Software with hardware or software products information data systems interfaces or devices not made supplied or specified by Trimble ii the operation ofthe Product or Software under any specification other than or in addition to Trimble s standard specifications for its products iii the unauthorized installation modification or use of the Product or Software iv damage caused by accident lightning or other electrical discharge fresh or salt water immersion or spray outside of Product specifications or v normal wear and tear on consumable parts e g batteries Trimble does not warrant or guarantee the results obtained through the use ofthe Product or that software components will operate error free THE WARRANTIES ABOVE STATE TRIMBLES ENTIRE LIABILITY AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN THE PRODUCTS SOFTWARE AND ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTATION AND MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED AS IS AND WITHOUT EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND BY EITHER TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED OR ANYONE WHO HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN ITS CREATION PRODUC
326. pl Satellites The number of satellites the implement receiver is reading Impl Short term XTE An implement pass to pass Cross Track Error XTE when passes occur within less than 15 minutes Impl Speed The current implement speed Impl Steering Angle The steering angle of the implement Impl Up The vertical height of the implement relative to the field origin point a negative number means the implement is lower than the field origin point FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 11 4 Display Setup Impl Vehicle Model The implement profile name Implement The name of the current implement Implement F B Offset Distance of front to back offset Implement L R Offset Distance of left to right offset Implement Width Width of the implement Latitude The vehicle s current latitude Line Feature Length The length of the current line feature Local Time The current local time Long term XTE A vehicle Cross Track Error XTE when passes occur more than one hour apart Longitude The vehicle s current longitude NDVI Normalized Difference Vegetation Index Nearest Point Name The name of the nearest point feature Network ID The RTK network ID of the GPS receiver s corrections Network Status The current status of the wireless cellular network North The distance that the vehicle is to the north of the field origin point a negative number means the vehicle is to the south of the field origin point The amount of nudge c
327. placement pumps such as CDS John Blue piston pumps to change liquid rate Field IQ Rawson Control Module s needed Liquid Rate Control using either a PWM or Servo control valve and flow meter Spreading Spreading Rate Control using a Rawson Drive Field IQ Rawson Control Module s needed mM Spreading Rate Control using either a PWM or Servo control valve and application rate sensor Air seeder Section Control of up to 96 rows of blockage sensors Section Control of multiple materials simultaneously with manual rate or prescription Control existing PWM linear actuators or servo systems Auxiliary sensors can read fan speed bin level air pressure and implement switches Definitions Material A product that is controlled by a PWM valve Servo valve or Rawson drive You can use a planter seed liquid granular seed and granular fertilizer all of which have different set up parameters Section A number of rows or spray nozzles that are controlled by existing shut off valve Tru Count air clutches or Tru Count LiquiBlock valves A section can have either a single row nozzle or multiple rows nozzles depending on how the system is set up Row The individual row unit which seed comes from on the planter This can be controlled individually as a single row section or as a group with other rows in a multiple row section 10 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Units of measure Type UMt Symbol es
328. plugin and then tap Setup settings Relative Heights Survey Height Offset Survey Point Density Cuba Color Range 2 Set the Survey Height Offset This value represents the difference between the height of the blade when surveying and the height of the blade when moving dirt To measure this value park the implement on a flat surface and raise the blade up to its highest limit and then measure the distance from the bottom of the blade to the surface of the ground The Survey Height Offset will be applied to all surveys to avoid the need to re bench between Survey mode and moving dirt 3 Setthe survey point density from the distance this can be any value between 5 ft and 100 ft When you create a survey of a field this setting determines the distance between the collected survey mapping points 4 Set the Cut fill Color Range The Cut fill color range defines the vertical range in which the colors are spread over the cut fill map The cut fill map appears only after you have surveyed the field and defined a design plane The range is displayed from the highest cut value to the highest fill value Example If your highest cut value is 1 foot and your highest fill value is 1 foot and you set your Cut fill color range to 2 feet then the colors will be spread evenly across your cut fill map If you change the cut fill color range to 1 foot then the colors will become more focused around the neutral area providing more detail clos
329. port Tandem set up Dual set up Step 3 Configuring the primary receiver The FieldLevel II plugin controls the primary receiver 1 From the Configuration screen select the GPS receiver listed below the Field Level plugin and then tap Setup 2 From the Receiver drop down list select Internal Primary 3 From the Corrections drop down list select RTK 4 Set the Network ID field to the same network ID that is set in the base receiver Step 4 Configuring the secondary receiver The Tandem Dual plugin controls the secondary receiver l From the Configuration screen select the GPS receiver listed below the Tandem Dual plugin and then tap Setup 2 From the Receiver drop down list select Internal Secondary 9 40 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Step 5 Configuring the Tandem Dual plugin The FmX integrated display must be configured to control the Tandem Dual plugin in either a tandem configuration or a dual configuration depending upon the implement s being used l From the Configuration screen select the Tandem Dual plugin and then tap Setup T anden Back 2 By default the Type field is set to Tandem Back and can control two implements one towed behind the other Ifa single implement is to be used in a dual configuration select Dual Right from the Type drop down list 3 Enter the appropriate value in the Antenna Height field This value relates to the antenna instal
330. pplied N 0 00 gal 139 2 gal Total Vol Applied NH3 n a 139 2 gal To configure which status text items appear on the Info screen see Status items page 10 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 9 4 Display Setup Status items The status items are ordered by plugin If a plugin is removed the items associated with it are no longer available The available items are as follows shown in alphabetic order Description blank The status text item is not shown Tre sans ten temito Boot Depth The depth of the boot when installing tiles or the depth of the blade when cleaning surface ditches used with the Autoslope leveling model Tre correction type thats bengue 000 Correction Type The correction type that is being used Coverage Percent The percentage of the field area that is covered area Current Flow The current flow of material Cut Fill The difference between the Blade Height and the Target Height e When Cut is shown the current ground height is above the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red down arrow which means that the blade needs to move down to reach the Target Height e When Fill is shown the current ground height is below the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red up arrow which means that the blade needs to move up to reach the Target Height Design Height The height the blade will attempt to reach This is the Design Height the Offset When t
331. quiring Trim as a result of Uneven drag on a vehicle from an unbalanced implement Uneven drag on a vehicle from soil conditions Note The Nudge buttons become Trim buttons in RTK mode 2 Adjust the distance associated with the End of Row warning Longer vehicles that take longer to turn need an earlier warning and so a greater distance Set the Valve On Speed For vehicles that operate at normal speeds select Normal Additional settings are supported only with NavController II firmware versions 5 10 and later For vehicles operating at very slow speeds select Low or Ultra low Speed thresholds that you can select from the display are e Normal gt 0 4 m s 1 3 ft s e Low gt 0 1 m s 0 3 ft s FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 7 13 TrueTracker Plugin e Ultra low gt 0 02 m s 0 07 ft s 4 Tap OK Configuring the implement controller Your vehicle make and model were selected when your TrueTracker system was installed If the details in the Implement Controller Settings group are correct skip this step and go to Configuring the implement page 10 Otherwise configure the implement controller as described here Note When you configure the implement make and model the previous calibration settings are lost If you will want to use the current vehicle settings again save them before you proceed Configuring the implement make and model Note In version 3 0 of the FmX integrated display
332. r XTE when passes occur within less than 15 minutes The current vehicle speed Steering Angle The angle reported by the rotary potentiomenter or the AutoSense device The total area of the current survey Survey Cut Fill The difference between the Blade Height and the Target Height e When Cut is shown the current ground height is above the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red down arrow which means that the blade needs to move down to reach the Target Height e When Fill is shown the current ground height is below the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red up arrow which means that the blade needs to move up to reach the Target Height Survey Points The number of survey points that have been created Swath Length The length of the current guidance line Note FreeForm curves are made up of line segments so the Swath Length value is not appropriate for FreeForm curves Swath Number The swath number L left R right Note FreeForm curves are made up of line segments so the Swath Number value is not appropriate for FreeForm curves Transfer Status Connected Farm transfer activity TrueGuide Roll TrueGuide Trim U Roll corrections in degrees that are applied The distance from the guidance line that the vehicle has been shifted The vertical height of the vehicle relative to the field origin point a negative number means the vehicle is lower than the field orig
333. r Guide 19 7 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 2 Make sure that the modem is connected correctly Note Do not mount the DCM 300 modem in direct sunlight or in areas of high heat as this will cause degraded performance It is recommended that you mount the modem in a shady area With good ventilation rere P3 GPS connector N CAUTION Connecting the Port Replicator on the FmX to NavController Il cable to the PA or P12 connector of the NavController Il harness O will result in damage to the FmX integrated display and will void the warranty FmX integrated display 93100 01 FmX power cable 66694 FmX power cable with relay and switch power bus 67259 Basic power cable 67258 Oo FmX to NavController Il cable with port replicator 75741 2 pin DTM to 2 pin DT power adaptor 67095 NavController Il 55563 00 8m GPS TNC TNC RT angle cable 76442 o6 AG25 GNSS antenna 77038 00 Main NavController II cable 54601 OF DCM 300 to display cable 82033 19 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 DCM 300 WiFi antenna Connect the WiFi antenna to the connector on the right side of the DCM 300 modem see figure on page 7 DCM 300 modem 83x00 10 Display settings
334. r Guide 5 9 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Note The steering sensor and automated steering dead zone procedures are required The steering sensor calibration must be performed first Description Steering Sensor legacy Converts the sensor output into commands for steering full left full potentiometer right and any position in between Steering Sensor Orients autosense AutoSense Automated Steering Required to learn the vehicle s steering dead zones Deadzone Steering Gain Required only if system steering performance is unsatisfactory proportional steering gain The steering deadzone is the amount of pressure that the system must apply to the hydraulics before the wheels begin to turn Hydraulically steered tracked tractors Page 27 Tracked tractor Page 27 Calibrating the Autopilot option l From the Home screen tap 9 2 Inthe Current Configurations screen tap Configure 3 Select the Autopilot option and then tap Calibrate Vehicle Controller Setup 4 Select an item to configure and then tap OK 5 10 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 5 Configure the selected item owen SR Steering Sensor legacy potentiometer Steering Sensor AutoSense Automated steering deadzone Roll antenna correction Configuring the controller orientation 1 Select the Controller Orientation option from the list Le iha emm T ent n of the controller in the cab
335. r Plugin lll 11 1 lhgigqeroisto s PH T c UTTD 11 2 IB nsn P cCPTPTTTTTTT 11 2 GreenSeeker primary components sssaaa 11 3 terae moduls PC 11 4 Green eeker seS Ss 2s arenen eee es Hoes RT Eee RES TAE 11 4 Sensor mountina DIACKCL se doce dos ida te heges ok a e SEs du 11 4 Care and maintenance PPP 11 5 Field preparations for Nitrogen application llle 11 6 Field Or qu nio Er Tm 11 6 lgiS0E n ee e E a e ee EET SE 11 7 Field preparations for user defined rate 0 20 0 eee eee 11 8 Operating the Greensee ker Plugin 2 044222 4 0409 aO eR Bo oe ee oe ee opus 11 10 Greenbeeker plugin SCION s eadi 6 oe ebb heme Ge biased e S56 HR 4S 4 ee BES 11 11 Cicer casque PP damida pepe 4G eee eee toe os Eee 11 17 Application information 24446 oes ke hee eed wade Reo eRe tA n Res ESS 11 19 Delivery System and Liquid Control 0 00 ee eee 11 19 DECC A NO22 xxx d qae dore RC nee eee ORR eRe eee GERA E diss 11 19 i more bods eee Sha OE Gee eR Ee Oee DHE GER ORES ee ESR ASE es 11 21 TrueGuide Plugin 2 ee anaa 12 1 Connecting the TrueGuide implement guidance system llle 12 2 Configuring the TrueGuide implement guidance system llle 12 3 TrueGuide implement setup s a uc em s 3 poe dU CR UR POR ES ES o REUS hrs 12 3 Setting up the TrueGuidesystem 0 0 0 0 eee eee eee 12 4 Calibrating the TrueGuide implement guidance system
336. r blade by the Blade Step amount Decrease Coarse Height When selected tapping the increase or decrease button moves the blade by the Offset Coarse Blade Step amount This enables the operator to move the blade by a large amount instead of small increments Pitch Offset Increase Raises the blade pitch relative to the design pitch Pitch Offset Decrease Lowers the blade pitch relative to the design pitch Coarse Pitch Offset When selected tapping the increase or decrease button adjusts the pitch by the Coarse Pitch Step amount This enables the operator to move the blade pitch by a large amount instead of small increments FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 59 9 Water Management To Auto Set Automatics to the hydraulic valve The blade or tile boot will be driven to the design depth depending on where you are relative to the section line Logging Log the coverage so that you can see on your map where you have been dependent on your Implement Width A shape file will also be created with cut fill and height information Driving in Point and Slope mode When you drive in Point and Slope mode the WM Drain tab appears as follows Survey Go to the Survey Work pane where you can survey the section line you will design Design Go to the Design Work pane where you can select a section line and then edit the design Note A white cross is displayed on the run screen showing both horizontal and vertical loca
337. r safety Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death WARNING When the implement is down and the master switch is in the On position the machine is fully operational Take all necessary precautions to ensure user safety Failure to do so could result in injury or death WARNING The display contains a single use Lithium sulfide LiSO battery Do not expose the battery to temperatures greater than 71 C 160 F as the battery may explode FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 Safety N WARNING NH is an irritant and corrosive to the skin eyes respiratory tract and mucous membranes and is dangerous if not handled properly It may cause severe burns to the eyes lungs and skin Skin and respiratory related diseases could be aggravated by exposure It is recommended that protective gloves boots slicker and or pants and jacket and chemical splash goggles that are impervious to anhydrous ammonia are worn at all times N WARNING The anhydrous valve calibration requires the vehicle and implement to be moving and the implement must be in the ground the implement lift switch must be down Take all necessary precautions to ensure user safety Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Contents ee ee ee ee ee RT 1 5 lucis u Er DDDUTTTITITUTSITIITTTTT 1 5 1 IMUOQUCHIOB cee ch eben cede eae eet eee eee eom cow 1 1 About the pr d Ct secs cak ban eeeeeea he A
338. rates obtainable These will be dependent upon components like the pump control valve nozzles and boom plumbing sizes The GreenSeeker plugin for the FmX integrated display has features that allow for minimum and maximum rates to be set regardless of the crop algorithm prescription Once a nozzle set is chosen the minimum should be set at the lowest rate the nozzles will still give adequate pattern performance Maximum rates may be limited by rates that lessen atomization or drift Selecting a nozzle It is usually best to match nozzles to the lower midrange of the typical rates shown on the application graph Ultimately it is up to the grower or crop consultant to determine the minimum or maximum rates and nozzles which are most appropriate For example GreenSeeker Calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 19 11 GreenSeeker Plugin If most of your NDVI readings in the area of the field not in the NRS are around 0 53 and your review the application graph shows at 0 53 NDVI you should be applying 15GPA then you should choose a nozzle that will have the ability to change rates above and below this NDVI reading You might choose a nozzle that puts out 12 5GPA at its lowest pressure e g 20psi and 21GPA at its highest pressure e g 60psi Since the penalty to under fertilize harm yield is usually greater than to over fertilize waste fertilizer it may be best to choose a strategy similar to the on
339. rd or downward slope regardless of the vehicles direction This can be useful for installing tile and field drainage e MultiPlane The FieldLevel II system supports external leveling designs from MultiPlane design software This software can run a wide range of what if scenarios enabling you to create complex designs with multiple field sections You can export these design control files and then load them into the FieldLevel II system to shape the field surface based on the work in the office e Hat plane laser Use this leveling model to level a field that has previously been measured with a laser The FieldLevel II GPS system will correct the design heights to a plane surface to match your previous laser system e Hat plane GPS Use this model to level a field using the FieldLevel II GPS system No corrections will be made to a flat plane so the surface will be curved to match the surface of the Earth This is the most accurate model to use so that water sits at an equal depth across a field e Contour The system guides you around a contour The system indicates whether to drive up or down to maintain your current level This is designed for marking rice levees Terminology The FieldLevel II system uses the following terms Cut Fill Blade Height Target Height Design Height Description Blade Height The current height of the blade Design Height The height at the current location determined by the design plane
340. rease or decrease the value until it matches the weight on the scale ticket uoo Ss oS ow De FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Calibrating the Claas Cebis Auto Pilot Activate the AutoPilot system 1 Select and then select F 2 Select 0 and then scroll to On Setting up the steering angle and steering system l Select and then select F 4a 2 Select and then select idt 3 Select Learning sensing system Setting up the centralizing switch 1l Select and then select P Xe 2 Select E scroll left or right to adjust the central position and then select OK Setting up the steering sensitivity l Select and then select FX 2 Select Sm scroll left or right to adjust the steering sensitivity and then select OK Configuring the Stop Head Height on the Greenstar Monitor l Press Stele 2 Press Harvest Monito for Harvest Monitor 3 Position the header to 100 Record Stop Height 4 Press 59 gor next to Record Stop Height Configuring the Stop Head Height on the Command Center 1 Navigate to Home screen on the Command Center 2 Select the Combine icon in the lower right corner of the screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 31 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin 3 Press the 3rd button from the left on the command center to select the Combine tab 4 After Combine tab is selected continue to press the 3rd button from the left until page 3 appear
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342. rement must be accurate to within an inch otherwise the performance will be degraded Cutter Bar to Axle Distance Enter the distance from the front of the cutter bar or point where the crop enters the snapper rollers to the center of the front axle This measurement must be accurate otherwise the performance will be degraded Feeler Left Right Offset Enter the distance from the center of the gap between the two feelers to the centerline of the vehicle A left offset appears as a negative number A right offset appears as a positive number Clear Nudge When Select Yes to clear the AutoPilot nudges when the system is disengaged Disengaged Select No to keep the AutoPilot nudges when the system is disengaged Row Guidance Diagnostics screen The Row Guidance Diagnostics screen displays the following e Offline Distance Sensor status e Sensor voltage e Voltage status 5 38 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 You can also enable and disable sensors in this screen Row Guidance Diagnosti Operating the Row Guidance plugin Status indicators M 1 amp Sensors on but not active Sensors on and active Error with sensors Row Guidance can be operated with AB Curves and Freeform guidance patterns e AB lines operate as normal Use either A B or A heading FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 39 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 40 e Freeform can be used so that once recording and
343. res two taps to engage e The first tap engages implement steering e The second tap engages the vehicle steering e The third tap disengages automated steering To configure how the Engage button works see Configuring the implement controller page 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 25 13 TrueTracker Plugin 13 26 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Serial Rate Control Plugin In this chapter The FmX integrated display can be connected to third party variable rate controllers by a range of B Non Trimble variable rate manufacturers controllers This chapter describes how to configure the m Additional information for non display for use with these rate controllers Trimble variable rate controllers Note You can install only one variable rate control plug at a time FmX Integrated Display User Guide 14 1 14 Serial Rate Control Plugin Non Trimble variable rate controllers 14 2 The FmX integrated display supports the following non Trimble variable rate controllers Make Mode CSE The FmX integrated display can send control signals to vary only one channel at a time Note Before you can make any changes you must close all fields To use a non Trimble variable rate controller to operate a spray boom do the following l Install the non Trimble variable rate controller See page page 2 2 Enable the Serial Rate Control plugin See page page 3 3 Select the port for the variable ra
344. rescriptions and data dictionaries that are in the internal memory and on the USB memory stick On the FmX integrated display there are two methods to access the Data Files screen See the following sections Accessing data files from the Home screen page 19 Accessing the data files through the Configuration screen page 19 Accessing data files from the Home screen From the Home screen tap Data Files The Data Files screen appears Accessing the data files through the Configuration screen 1 2 3 4 5 From the Home screen tap X On the Current Configurations screen tap Configure On the Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup If necessary enter the administration password and then tap OK Select Data Files from the list and then tap Manage The Data Files screen appears FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 19 23 Data Management 23 20 Copying data To copy data from the USB memory stick to the internal memory or from the internal memory to the USB memory stick l From the list select the item to copy Ifthe item is in the USB list the lt Copy button becomes available Ifthe item is in the nternal Storage list the Copy gt button becomes available 2 Tap Copy The data is copied to the other column To copy data from the current USB memory stick the source to another USB memory stick the destination 1 Copy all of the data from the source to the internal memor
345. ressiveness of the steering system Engage button Engages disengages the system and shows the current engage state When this button is red tap it to see the fault that is preventing automatic mode 25 8 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting 25 Vehicle Diagnostics Steering screen Vehicle Controller Setup Steering Steering command override Bypasses the normal steering command to the wheels With this feature you can force a certain angle of turn and make sure that the system responds as expected Steering angle Shows the required and actual steering angles The required angle is that which the system is trying to attain and the actual is where the system calculates the wheels are pointing PWM status Shows the current PWM signals being sent to the electro hydraulic valve This is an indication of whether the system is attempting to turn left or right o Engage button Engages Disengages the system and shows current engage status FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 25 9 25 Troubleshooting Vehicle Diagnostics Details screen Vehicle Controller Setup Details amer i Deseo Vehicle and configuration specific diagnostics up to 9 diagnostics can be shown e Accelerometers The raw voltage and scaled G force for each of the system s accelerometers Vehicle voltage The input voltage currently being fed into the Autopilot system from the vehicle s electrical system The
346. right Set Item button The information appears in the upper right field 3 Inthe Timeout list select a time This is how long the tab remains on screen before retracting To have the tab extended until you close it manually select Never 4 To add status items to the slide out tab a Tap the position on the tab that you want to fill For example to add an item to the first position on the list tap at the location shown b Inthe nfo Items list tap the item you want to use c Tap lt Set Item d To save the configuration tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 17 4 Display Setup The Info Screen tab The nfo Screen tab lets you allocate which items will be displayed on the Info screen The status text items appropriate for your current plugins appear in the nfo Items list Select Status Items a Lorit 1 Set the left Info text items a In the Jnfo Items list tap the item you want to use b Tap the left Set Item button c Repeat Step a and Step b until you have all the items you require or the list is full The information appears in the left field 2 Set the right Info text items In the nfo Items list tap the item you want to use b Taptheright Set Item button c Repeat Step a and Step b until you have all the items you require or the list is full The information appears in the right field d To save the configuration tap OK 4 18 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide D
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348. ription file l Mapanew field or select an existing field The FmX integrated display searches the card for prescription files within the specified limits If there are many prescriptions on the card this can take several seconds and a progress bar appears 3 32 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 2 Ifany prescription files are within the specified limits the Select Prescription screen appears Select Prescriptio Prescriptions are assumed by defaul to be in metric units alic abide dier ia ali o E scale factor for each channel using the Prescr 330634 shp When off prescription use SDE LE 3 From the Available Prescriptions list select a prescription file Note If an Aglnfo GDX prescription has an incorrect format it does not appear in the Available Prescriptions list 4 If you select a shapefile prescription you must select the correct prescription rate column CAUTION When you select a shapefile prescription if you choose the wrong column when using a variable rate controller the applied rate will be incorrect If you select an AgInfo GDX prescription the Rate Column box does not appear 5 Set the prescription scale factor Selecting Prescription Scale Factor will give a list of scale factors for certain units Select the scale factor for whatever units are used in the prescription file 6 Setthelead time See below 7 Inthe When off prescription use list select
349. rmation on the settings see Adjusting the implement settings page 6 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Implement Configuration 7 Importing an implement from the FieldManager display The FmX integrated display can import and use implements that were created in the FieldManager display To import an implement l Copytheimplement file into the AgGPS folder on the USB memory stick Insert the memory stick into the FmX integrated display and then turn on the display From the Home screen tap A In the Current Configurations screen tap Configure If necessary enter the Administration password See Password access page 3 In the Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup Select Data Files and then tap Manage Select Implement from the list on the left of the screen and then tap Copy O 09 N o n e wW P The implements from the FieldManager display now appear in the Implement Configuration screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 5 7 Implement Configuration Adjusting the implement settings The implement setup screens contains five sections Implement Type Describes the primary task for the current implement Measurements The basic information required for guidance using the EZ Steer system or the Autopilot system Geometry More detailed implement dimensions required for better implement modeling both with and without a GPS receiver on the implement Overlap Values required to apply or avoid overla
350. ro P N 198 701 to connect to the FmX cable P N 67091 that is connected to Port A or B on the display Optionally you can use an extension straight through serial cable Configuring the controller To set up the controller to operate correctly with the FmX display do the following 1 Press Return Return Fertil Distrib Select Type LH500 Accept Setting any other features of the variable rate controller Coverage mapping The FmX integrated display receives the applied rate and can also receive the number of active boom sections from a variable rate controller It does not receive any information about the swath or application width To accurately record coverage maps if your controller does not send the number of active boom sections make sure that you set the application width to match the agricultural equipment that you are using for example the width of the spray boom Target and applied rates The FmX integrated display can control only a single channel at any one time This active channel is specified in the Edit Variable Rate Controller settings screen The target and applied rates shown on the Run screen are specific to this active channel Units Most controllers can be configured to use either US Imperial or metric units of measurement Each channel can be configured to use different types of units for example Ib ac oz ac or gal ac When constructing prescription maps make sure that the maps use
351. roller plugin 2 To switch between Target Rate 1 and Target Rate 2 click the required rate button 24 6 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting In this chapter Advanced diagnostics Viewing raw serial data Restoring default settings Viewing FmX integrated display diagnostic information GPS Status screen Screen snaps Forcing the system to turn off CHAPTER This chapter describes how to analyze problems that may occur with the FmX integrated display FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 25 1 25 Troubleshooting Advanced diagnostics the System options Diagnostics mode enables you to configure advanced guidance settings Most users will not need to adjust these settings l From the Configuration screen select System and then tap Diagnostics Serial Port System information Advanced Sertinge Power Levels r Conector JA ConmectorC Serial Sent i serial Sent fare Received Received 6029 CAN Devices Connector B Sent 5 Reecerved CAN Devices 0 error 105 2 Tap Advanced Diagnostics Level swath Control Point 25 2 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting 25 3 Select the diagnostics level This determines how much debugging information is logged in the program files Minimal level of information 6 default Medium level of information BU Highes
352. rom direct north The primary blade s current latitude The primary blade s current longitude The RTK network ID of the primary blade receiver s corrections The distance that the primary blade receiver is to the north of the field origin point a negative number means the receiver is to the south of the field origin point A separate plane that is parallel to the design plane The offset if defined by a single measurement which is the height that the offset plane is from the design plane The Relative Position X offset from the master benchmark The Relative Position Y offset from the master benchmark The number of satellites the system is currently being received by the FieldLevel II GPS receiver The line number of the primary blade The speed of the vehicle as reported by the primary blade GPS receiver The height the primary blade will attempt to reach This is the Design Height x the Offset When the blade reaches the Target Height the arrows turn green The height of the primary blade receiver relative to the field origin point a negative number means the blade is lower than the field origin point The Vertical Dilution of Precision of the FieldLevel Il GPS receiver A measure of accuracy based on the geometry of the satellites in the sky If the satellites are near each other in the sky the VDOP is higher lower is better The current estimate of error in the height calculated by the FieldLevel Il GPS receiver
353. rom the Swath Management screen select the straight line field pattern Enter an access path if required See Adding an access path page 22 2 3 Tap New Straight The Run screen appears 4 To create the start point of the line tap Set A 5 Drive to the end of the line The end B point must be at least 50 meters 160 feet from the A point 6 Tap Set B The new AB Line appears on screen To extend the line drive further along it and then tap Set B again 7 Tap Done To create a straight A line by selecting one point and the angle l From the Swath Management screen select the AB Line field pattern 2 Enter an access path if required See Adding an access path page 22 3 Inthe A Heading window enter the angle that you want the line to be on or select a previous AB Line to use its heading The default angle is the same as the previous AB Line heading Tap New Straight The Run screen appears Drive to the start of the line and then tap Set A Tap Use A The new A line appears QU IM GL gae lap Done FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 15 3 Getting Started 3 16 Creating a curved line From the Swath Management screen select the Curve field pattern from the drop down list Enter an access path if required See Adding an access path page 22 Tap New Curve The Run screen appears Drive to the start point of the curve and then tap Set A To stop recording your exact path
354. ructions wtetnng Angle Senior Calibration Press Next to proceed 2 Move the tractor forward slowly 3 Center the steering wheel and then tap Next 4 Turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then tap Next If the steering wheel is not turned completely to the left or if the steering sensor requires adjustment or replacement an error message appears The value in the Volts field is updated as you turn the steering wheel Autopilot Steering Sensor Calibration r Instructions Steer Full Right and Press Next FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 15 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Turn the steering wheel completely to the right and then tap Next If the steering wheel is not turned to the full right position or if the steering sensor requires adjustment or replacement an error message appears The following screen appears r Instructions weer Straight and Press Next 6 Center the steering wheel While the wheel is at the center position tap Next The value in the Volts field is updated as you turn the steering wheel Autopilot Steering Sensor Calibration r Instructions Press Hestart to Repeat the Test 7 Tap OK to accept the calibration 5 16 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Calibrating the automated steering deadzone AN The Automated Deadzone calibration procedure runs a series of tests on the valve and steering hydraulics to determine the point at which steeri
355. ry enter the Administration password see Password access page 3 In the Implement Configuration screen tap New Implement Configuration Mew Implement Cunent The New Configuration Name screen with a virtual keyboard appears Enter a name for the new implement and then tap OK For more information on configuring the implement see Adjusting the implement settings page 6 The Select Active Plugins screen appears Select the plugins that will be used with this implement and then tap OK The Implement Setup wizard appears Enter the appropriate information in each tab see Adjusting the implement settings page 6 Note The required information in the Implement Setup wizard varies depending on the plugins that you selected in Step 7 g Tap OK Your current configuration now appears in the Configuration screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 3 7 Implement Configuration Selecting an existing implement To select a pre configured implement 7 4 L 2 a 4 From the Home screen tap a In the Configuration Selection screen tap the implement Switch If necessary enter the Administration password See Password access page 3 In the Implement Configuration screen select the implement you want to switch to and then tap OK Note Ifthere is only one available implement it is selected by default The currently selected implement is displayed in the Configuration Selection screen For info
356. s page numbers are located on the Combine Tab Reserd Step Hou DB 5 Position the header to 10096 6 Press Enter on Stop Head Height screen to record the required stop header height Record Stop Height 5B Calibrations Original Greenstar Display 60 Series Combines Calibrate Moisture Press dt 2 Select Yield Monitor Calibrate Yield l Press j amp t 18 32 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 2 Select Yield Monitor 3 View page 2 4 Verify that the combines grain tank and the truck wagon are both empty and tap Start Yield Calibration Start is Stopped E s Ib 516 3 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 33 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin D 6 Harvest about 500 bushels and hit Stop Yield Calibration is Running Weight Ib Stop Unload the grain harvested during calibration onto truck wagon Select button next change to enter the weight of the truck wagon in wet pounds Yield Calibration Start is Stopped Weight hans db zi Command Center 70 Series Combines Calibrate Moisture L N T Navigate to Home screen on the Command Center Select S Press hs on the Command Center Continue to press until page 2 appears page numbers are shown on the Wrench tab In the Calibrations list select Moisture Follow the steps to perform the calibration Highlight the arrow
357. s commands to the controller If communication cannot be established it may be because the controller is set to Non GPS mode A message appears and gives you the option to continue in Non GPS mode Ifthe controller is set to Non GPS mode the display still shows and records as applied rates If a prescription is loaded target rates appear for reference but these are not used by the controller In this mode you must vary rates manually on the controller Loss of communication In GPS mode if communication with a Rawson controller is lost the display does not report an error until you cross into a region of the prescription that specifies a different rate In Non GPS mode the display has no way of knowing when communication with a Rawson controller is lost Special note on using a Rawson Accu Rate controller The display can send rates and record coverage for the Rawson Accu Rate controller for only one drive at a time either Drive A or Drive B To correctly send rates to the controller and log coverage based on the drive master switch do the following e To operate both drives set the drive that is not being controlled by the display to Non GPS mode see above e Connect the FmX integrated display Variable Rate cable to the COM port that matches the drive To control Drive A connect to COM A To control Drive B connect to COM B e When you use Drive B set the COM port to COM B Drive A does not have a configuration f
358. sary enter the administration password and then tap OK Select Data Files from the list and then tap Manage The Data Files screen appears Tap Delete Data The Delete Data Storage screen appears Tap Delete All Events or Delete Everything Qv oO se Qe de When prompted tap Yes The data in the internal memory is deleted Deleting selected data from the USB memory stick CAUTION Deleting data is permanent You cannot undo the deletion or restore the data 1 From the Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup If necessary enter the administration password and then tap OK Select Data Files from the list and then tap Manage The Data Files screen appears Tap Delete Data The Delete Data Storage screen appears Select External USB Drive from the tabs and then select Field Data Select the item to delete from the Client Farm Field or Event list and then tap Delete DU Op OUT SS eS qe When prompted tap Yes The data in the internal memory is deleted Deleting all of the data from the USB memory stick CAUTION Deleting data is permanent You cannot undo the deletion or restore the data l From the Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup If necessary enter the administration password and then tap OK Select Data Files from the list and then tap Manage The Data Files screen appears Tap Delete Data The Delete Data Storage screen appears Select External USB Drive from the tabs and then select t
359. screen appears Setup VAS Server Setup 5IM Card Setup 3 From the Port drop down list select the FmX port that the Ag3000 modem is connected to The default setting is DCM 300 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 17 19 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 4 Select the VRS Server Setup tab VRS Configuration 5 Enter the required settings as provided by your Trimble VRS Now or Network RTK operator as described below Server Name Address RTK VRS CORS base station broadcast name Server Port Number Base station port number Mount Point Base station mount point 6 Tap OK The Configuration screen appears The Ag3000 modem is now configured Note SIM tab fields In the USA the Ag3000 modem has an ATST card you do not need to enter the details Outside of the USA you must obtain details of the SIM card from the card provider and then enter them 19 18 FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER EZ Remote Joystick In this chapter This chapter describes the EZ Remote joystick which is a programmable external device that controls the functions of the FmX integrated B Installation display B Requirements m Enabling the EZ Remote Joystick If you use the EZ Remote joystick you do not need to tap buttons on the FmX integrated display This improves your accuracy when you select buttons and gives you faster reaction times FmX Integrated Display User Guide 20 1 20 EZRemote J
360. se the hydraulics to establish whether there is sufficient oil flow to run the system 1 From the Field IQ Calibration screen tap Hydraulic Test CAUTION Moving parts during this operation Ensure the implement is safe to operate 2 lap Next 3 Enter the initial motor RPM The default setting is 300 Trimble also recommends that you test the motor RPM at 100 to ensure that the drive runs smoothly at slow speeds 4 Tap Start 5 The next screen provides the status of each motor Field IQ Hydraulic Test Module i RPM Last Error Left RM H Ho error Cemre RM i Ho error Right RM H error No Error The test was successful Motor Stalled The motors did not have sufficient oil flow ensure the correct orifice size is installed for each motor For more information refer to the Rawson System Installation Instructions Disconnected The Rawson Control Module cannot communicate with the motor 6 Tap Stop to return to the Field IQ Calibration screen FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Calibrating the PWM valves Drive Calibration From the Fzeld IQ Calibration screen select Drive Calibration under the valve you want to calibrate The Field IQ Calibration screen has four tabs Drive Limits Enter the minimum and maximum flow values Field IQ Drive Calibration FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 55 10 Field IQ Plugin Auto Tuning N WARNING Moving parts during this operation
361. select Inverted to eliminate the need to reverse the hoses 9 50 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 8 Water Management 9 Select the Operation tab and then set the following Implement steps Relative Heights Valve Setup Operation Force Re bench fres VDOP Level As Bullt Logging Fiter Type Ll Force Rebench If Force Rebench is set to Yes and the field has been closed and then reopened the system will not let you start work until you have re benched Use this setting if you are using a different base station setup between work sessions If you have a permanent base station setup that is never moved then you do not need to force a rebench VDOP Level Vertical Dilution of Precision VDOP is a measure of the vertical accuracy of the GPS signal If the VDOP reaches this value a warning appears A VDOP Setting of less than 3 is recommended As Built The options are Logging e Manual logs data if hydraulics are engaged and if the user has turned logging on in the Run screen e Engage logs data only if Auto is engaged on the plow Filter Type The options are e None This setting the raw GPS data used for height is recommended e Average The height will be averaged using the number of positions selected This will smooth spikes in height readings but will introduce a latency into the controls e Jump detect This will filter out some jumps in the heigh
362. set and then enter the roll offset correction to compensate for it E Tire track offset method e Flag offset method Choose the method which best matches the conditions Calculating the roll offset Tire track offset method Tip Use a highly repeatable GPS correction mode for roll correction For best results use a RTK mode or OmniSTAR HP signal that has been converged for at least twenty minutes If you do a roll calibration with less accurate GPS correction modes repeat the measurements at least four times to ensure a more consistent result 1 Remove any implement from the vehicle 2 Drive the tractor to a relatively flat field where tire impressions are visible and where you can complete passes of at least 400 m 1320 ft in length 3 Reset the roll offset value to 0 zero 4 Create an AB Line 5 Create a clean set of tire tracks in the field To do this start a new pass away from the area where the AB Line was created When the system is stable engage automatic steering mode and allow the Autopilot system to complete the pass 6 At the end ofthe pass turn the tractor around to return along the same pass from the opposite direction 7 Engage automated steering mode and allow the system to complete the pass 8 Inthemiddle ofthe return pass stop the tractor and confirm that the current position is directly on the AB Line This ensures there is no cross track error 9 Park the tractor and exit the cab Evaluate the
363. set value 12 Average the results of the three runs Total the offset distances from the three passes and divide by three Entering the roll offset 1 Enter the average offset value in the Roll Offset field See Configuring the antenna position and roll offset correction page 22 2 Select one of the offline direction options depending on whether the roll offset distance is to the left or right Calibrating the line acquisition aggressiveness 1 Select Line Acquisition from the calibration list See page 9 2 Adjust the line acquisition aggressiveness slider The slider controls how aggressively the vehicle approaches the guidance line using a scale from 5096 to 15096 The optimal value for each profile is not necessarily 10096 it varies for different vehicle profiles Note When you adjust the slider check the vehicle stability at the speed shown or at the maximum engage speed 5 26 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Calibrating a tracked tractor If you selected a tracked tractor as the make and model the Track Spacing option appears on the calibration list This option is not shown in the Vehicle Controller Setup screen shown on page 10 Track Spacing value Use this option to configure the width of the tracks on the vehicle The width of the vehicle tracks is the distance from halfway across the width of the left track to halfway across the width of the right track Autopilot
364. sing crop vigor Chapter 11 measurements GreenSeeker Plugin Yield monitoring Optional Access yield monitoring information from John Chapter 18 Yield Deere combines and Ag Leader displays Monitoring Plugin TrueGuide Optional Configure the TrueGuide implement guidance Chapter 12 system for implement control TrueGuide Plugin TrueTracker Optional Configure the TrueTracker system to enable Chapter 13 implement steering TrueTracker Plugin Serial Rate Optional Configure a non Trimble variable rate controller Chapter 14 Serial Controller Rate Control Plugin Remote Output Optional Enable and configure remote data output to an Chapter 15 Remote external device Output Plugin Serial Data Input Optional Enable and configure data input from an external Chapter 16 Serial serial device Data Input Plugin Productivity Optional Enable and configure the display to work with an Chapter 17 monitoring Enalta display to record workflow Productivity Monitoring Plugin Vehicle Sync Optional Enable wireless data transmission between vehicles Chapter 19 VRS operating in the same field Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems Virtual Terminal Optional Enable communication with Virtual Terminal Chapter 24 ISOBUS Task Controller Optional Enable and configure the supported Task Controller Chapter 24 ISOBUS 8 2 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Overview of Plugins 8 Viewing the currently installed plugins To view the active plugins do
365. size to describe rates Set the Default rate in the Edit Variable Rate Controller settings screen to match the Yield value or nominal flow rate in the Rawson controller Any non zero rate will be adjusted to the nearest value that the controller can select A rate of zero turns off the hydraulic drive Note For best result when creating prescriptions use rates in 2 496 or 6 96 increments of the default rate Select the percentage used on FmX integrated display If you have a dual channel Rawson Accu Rate controller see page 7 Configuring the controller To allow the display to change the rates on the controller the controller must first be put into GPS mode Otherwise the display will log only the rates being used 1 Turn on the controller 2 Tap the MODE button twice FmX Integrated Display User Guide Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 3 Tap the SET button to switch the controller between GPS and non GPS Communications Connect the FmX integrated display to the controller with Rawson cable P N 69730 and Trimble cable P N 67091 and set the controller baud rate to 9600 Using the controller When in GPS mode the hydraulic drive operates only when both the switch and the display allow the drive to be on Set the hydraulic drive switch on the controller to the ON position If you need to quickly turn off the hydraulic drive use the switch on the controller Non GPS mode The FmX integrated display send
366. splay i oo ox Q4 OQ amp N CAUTION Connecting the Port Replicator on the FmX to NavController Il cable to the PA or P12 connector of the NavController Il harness 9 will result in damage to the FmX integrated display and will void the warranty Rem peseto mile part number FmX integrated display Basic power cable 67258 Oo FmX to NavController Il cable with port replicator 75741 2 pin DTM to 2 pin DT power adaptor 67095 avController NavC Iler II 55563 00 8m GPS TNC TNC RT angle cable 50449 EN AG25 GNSS antenna 68040 00S Main NavController II cable 54601 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 6 9 6 The GPS Receiver FmX universal radar adaptor 68461 Radar speed output cable 64274 Configuring radar output l From the Configuration screen select the GPS receiver for any plugin using an internal GPS receiver and then tap Setup SecureRTK Logging Radar Output Vehicle Inhenval Autonomous 2 Select the Radar Output tab 3 From the Connector drop down list select Connector D to enable radar output Advanced Radar Output Connector connector D Radar Frequency Rate 27 60 Hzimph Cancel Vehiche Unknown WAAS OK 6 10 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide The GPS Receiver 6 4 Select the Radar Frequency Rate field 5 Enter the required rate and then tap OK The GPS Receiver Se
367. t Configurations screen tap Configure 5 30 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 3 Select the Autopilot option and then tap Setup Vehicle Engage Steering advanced Connector T GPS1 Ok Current Sector JD9x705T5 AT RY 4 Inthe Vehicle Controller Settings group tap Edit Vehicle Profile Location Made 5 Tap Save Vehicle 6 Inthe Save Vehicle Configuration screen select the Filename field 7 Inthe Enter Save Filename screen enter a name for the current vehicle profile and tap OK 8 Inthe Edit Vehicle screen tap OK Your current vehicle profile is saved FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 31 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 32 Configuring the GPS receiver When you install the Autopilot option the GPS Receiver option is also installed For instructions on configuring the GPS receiver see The GPS Receiver page 1 Adjusting the Aggressiveness setting Aggressiveness is the measure of how strongly the system makes steering changes e Ahigher Aggressiveness setting brings the vehicle back online faster but may cause tight oscillations about the line e A lower Aggressiveness setting is slower to bring the vehicle back online but can avoid overshoot 1 From the Run screen select the Autopilot tab 2 Use the or button to adjust the setting Note The default Aggressiveness setting is 100 For a description of the Autopilot Engage button see En
368. t level of information 4 Select whether or not to show swath control points When the guidance line is a curve it appears on screen as a series of short straight sections joined together The Swath Control Points appear where these line segments meet Description Hidden default Normal guidance lines Guidance lines show the control points You can also use the System Diagnostics screen to view raw port data For more information see Viewing raw serial data page 4 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 25 3 25 Troubleshooting Viewing raw serial data You can view raw serial data as the display receives it This can be useful for analyzing the GPS signal To view the raw serial data l From the Configuration screen select the System option and then tap Diagnostics Serial Port System Information Advanced Settings Power Lovels Connector A Coment Serial Sent Received CAN Devices r Connector B Sent Received CAM Devices 0 error 105 This screen shows each ofthe connectors ports on the FmX harness and the number of data packets that have been sent and received 2 To view the raw data from a port tap the appropriate View button The port diagnostics screen for that port appears wn EIEI ANT 11150141 BL OA ROC a a A 112 153 1 800 ML cL E M e al EX 25 4 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting 25 The screen shows either ASCII
369. t readings When you select this you must enter the following values Threshold The change in height value that will trigger the value Decay Time Once this filter is triggered this will be the amount of time it takes to gradually resume using the raw GPS height lap OK Step 3 Configuring the receiver l 2 From the Configuration screen select the GPS receiver listed below the WM Drain plugin and then tap Setup From the Receiver drop down list select Internal Primary FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 51 9 Water Management From the Corrections drop down list select RTK Set the Network ID field to the same network ID that is set in the base receiver Tap OK oO om HR o Check the IMD 600 response Pitch or Height and Pitch and Height control type a From the Configuration screen select the WM Drain plugin and then tap Diagnostics Drainage Diagnostics b Check to make sure that Yaw Pitch and Roll values are received and respond accordingly If you pitch the plow up this increases the Pitch If you turn the plow to the right this increase the Yaw c Tap OK Calibrating the WM Drain plugin The system performs its calibration sequence to test the speed at which the blade raises and lowers This process takes approximately 8 10 minutes for each valve Note To manually calibrate the valve enter values in the 3 Manual Calibration fields and then tap OK 9 52 FmxX Integrated Display
370. t system see the Autopilot Automated Steering System Installation Instructions relevant to your vehicle e Stable implements Implements that are unstable such as sprayers with large flotation tires will cause rocking in the antenna that will be greater than the performance improvements on the ground e Both the Autopilot option and the TrueGuide plugin activated on the FmX integrated display For more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 TrueGuide implement setup Before using the FmX integrated display with the TrueGuide system plugin select and configure a new or existing implement For more information see Chapter 7 Implement Configuration Note You can update existing saved implements with implement geometry to support TrueGuide implement guidance Note Antenna offsets are provided when the antenna cannot be placed directly over the working point of the implement These offsets should be minimized whenever possible Settings on the Geometry tab are required for implement modelling When configuring an implement for the TrueGuide system the following antenna offsets are required Description Hitch to ground contact Measured from the tractor hitch pin to the soil engagement point that the point implement rotates around Antenna front back Measured from the implement working point to the center of the GPS antenna if mounted Antenna left right Measured from the center of the implement to the center o
371. tab 3 To control the amount of force that is required to disengage the system tap the Aggressiveness tab The Aggressiveness setting fine tunes how aggressively the system holds the line If the setting is too low the vehicle will not hold the line if the setting is too high the vehicle may over correct and make S turns 4 Adjust the Aggressiveness setting to get the vehicle as close to the line as possible without going into S turns More aggressive turns Increase the Aggressiveness value Less aggressive turns Decrease the Aggressiveness value 5 52 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 5 Tap the Free Play tab Add a Freeplay Offset if the steering has greater freeplay in one direction than the other causing it to drive consistently to one side of the guidance line 6 Engage the system on the A B line Vehicle is offline Do the following To the left Increase the freeplay offset to the right To the right Increase the freeplay offset to the left Note If you are calibrating a 4WD articulated vehicle you may need to set the Motor Speed setting to Auto Low Note The Advanced Calibration tab is currently not available To access these options select the EZ Pilot plugin Diagnostics from the main Configuration screen 7 Enter the parameters and then tap OK The EZ Pilot Steering Calibration screen appears 8 Tap OK The Configuration screen appears FmX Inte
372. tab Note For more information on how to use the features in the Advanced tab contact your local reseller Calibrating and configuring the EZ Pilot system The calibration configures the T3 roll calibration and the EZ Pilot system Angle per Turn Aggressiveness and Freeplay settings Before you calibrate the vehicle do the following e Ensure that the vehicles hydraulic oil is up to operating temperature Refer to the vehicle documentation e Ensure that the tire pressure is correct e Perform initial calibration without an implement or with the booms folded in on a high clearance sprayer After initial calibration is completed you can fine tune the settings with the implement or booms folded out e Choose a field with the smoothest possible surface and perform calibration at the normal operating speed for the vehicle The EZ Pilot calibration process requires an open field in which the vehicle can make right and left turns and also travel down a straight A B line If you do not create an A B line before you begin the calibration the system prompts you to open a field and create one 5 48 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Calibrating the EZ Pilot system To calibrate the EZ Pilot system to work with the FmX integrated display you must complete the following 1 Enter the vehicle settings See page 45 2 Calibrate T3 roll compensation See page 49 3 Calibrate the EZ Pilot system
373. tap Setup 2 3 4 Select the Extras tab 5 Inthe Remote Log Switch list select either Connector A or Connector B 6 In the Logging When list select either High or Low Description Logging when high The system records logging when the switch is turned on and stops recording when the switch is turned off Logging when low The system records logging when the switch is turned off and stops recording when the switch is turned on Note When remote logging is set to Connector A or Connector B the Logging button on the Run screen is disabled Use the external switch to turn logging on or off FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 22 3 22 Advanced Configuration Changing the password 22 4 Note To change the Administration password you require the Master password If you do not know it contact your local Trimble reseller See also Password access page 3 l Dooneofthe following Ifyou have not entered the password during the current session tap Setup or Calibrate from the Configuration screen Ifyou have already entered the password during this session tap the Home button and then tap Lock Configuration On the Configuration screen tap Setup or Calibrate The Enter Administration Password screen appears 2 Enteran incorrect password The Wrong Password screen appears 3 Tap Enter Master Password 4 Enter the Master password and then tap OK The Change Administration Password screen appears
374. te controller See page 3 4 Configure the spray boom in the FmX integrated display See page page 3 5 Enable and configure the variable rate controller in the FmX integrated display See page page 3 Configure the variable rate controller See page page 5 oY 7 Set any other features of the variable rate controller See page page 10 Installing a non Trimble variable rate controller Use the hardware provided with your variable rate controller to mount it in the vehicle cab To use a variable rate controller you must connect it to port A or B of the FmX integrated display using the connection cable P N 67091 and the associated cable for the supported controller Your controller may need a special adaptor cable to work correctly If so contact your local Trimble reseller Most controllers also need to be configured to accept input data from the FmX integrated display For additional instructions see the following section for your controller Note Always make sure that the serial port connector is in place with screws firmly tightened if available FmX Integrated Display User Guide Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 Enabling the Serial Rate Control plugin For instructions on installing the Serial Rate Control plugin see Entering the password to activate a plugin page 6 Configuring the spray boom in the FmX integrated display Configure the spray boom as described in Chapter 7 Implement Configuration Enabling
375. te logging dbf file but the FmX integrated display can send rates to only one channel at a time the active channel The Tyler Flex Air controller uses the GPS speed sent by the FmX integrated display Using the Tyler Flex Air controller The Total Qty field in the variable rate logging dbf file and the Avg Rate field in the EventHistory dbf file record statistics for the active channel If you want to use these statistics start a new event before you change the active channel Application width You can individually configure the widths of the boom sections on the controller The FmX integrated display draws coverage logging at the width of the sum of all the boom sections If you turn boom sections off the FmX integrated display varies the width of the coverage polygons according to which boom sections are on FmX Integrated Display User Guide Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 Bogballe Calibrator To use the Bogballe Calibrator you need a special adapter cable Trimble P N 59043 to connect to the FmX cable P N 67091 that is connected to Port A or B on the display Optionally you can use an extension straight through serial cable Note The standoff nuts on the Bogballe rate controller may prevent the pins in the cable connector from making a connection In this case remove the standoff nuts Configuring the controller To set up the controller to operate correctly with the FmX display do the following Press Return
376. ted Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Vehicle type Performance hint Swather When you configure the system on a swather the Swather steering delay setting is available on the Vehicle Setup screen Some swathers have steering that is slow to react after the steering wheel is turned The system uses the steering delay setting to compensate for this slowness and ensure that steering corrections occur at the correct point To improve the performance of your swather adjust the Swather steering delay setting by a small amount 0 1 seconds at a time Test the result between each adjustment After using the EZ Steer system After you finish using the EZ Steer system do the following e Before you leave the vehicle turn off the EZ Steer system power switch or remove the power plug e Ifthe EZ Steer system is not being used pivot the motor away from the steering wheel FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 75 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 76 FmX Integrated Display User Guide The GPS Receiver In this chapter B Configuring the GPS receiver B Autoseed fast restart technology B Configuring a GPS receiver with the AgRemote software Enabling NMEA message output Enabling radar output CHAPTER When you install either the Manual Guidance option the Autopilot option or the FieldLevel II plugin the system automatically adds a GPS Receiver option that controls the internal GPS receiver In addition the sys
377. ted Display User Guide Water Management 9 Driving in Contour mode When you drive in Contour mode the FieldLevel II tab appears as follows Dl sew llio o H S Up Hill Left Select whichever of these buttons is appropriate Up Hill Right e f you are driving around the contour with the uphill slope on your left and the downhill slope on your right select Up Hill Left e f you are driving around the contour with the uphill slope on your right and the downhill slope on your left select Up Hill Right Coarse When selected the Up and Down arrows change the blade height by the Coarse Blade Step amount This enables you to move the blade by a large amount instead of small increments Increase the design height by the Blade Step amount Decrease the design height by the Blade Step amount Bench or Rebench Create a benchmark see Benchmarks page 6 Set the Design Height equal to the Blade Height Select Guide to get lightbar guidance at the current level Logging Logs the coverage so that you can see on your map where you have been dependent on your Implement Width A shape file is created with cut fill and height information The FieldLevel II height indicators show you whether to raise or lower the blade so the contour remains at the same level l Inthe Run screen drive the vehicle to where you want to start the first levee and then set the master benchmark at this point 2 Set which side ofthe vehicle is
378. tem may have another GPS receiver For example the TrueTracker system uses a second receiver that is configured with a separate GPS Receiver option This chapter describes how to configure the four versions of the GPS Receiver option FmX Integrated Display User Guide 6 1 6 The GPS Receiver Configuring the GPS receiver 1 From the Configuration screen select the GPS Receiver option and then tap Setup 2 Inthe Corrections drop down list tap the appropriate corrections to use 3 IfRTK corrections are selected enter the appropriate base station network ID 4 If HP XP type corrections are selected the Autoseed technology options become available For more information see Autoseed fast restart technology page 6 6 2 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide The GPS Receiver 6 Entering 450 MHz frequencies If your FmX integrated display has a 450 MHz internal radio you can set the radio frequency and radio wireless modes l From the Configuration screen select the GPS Receiver option and then tap Setup Settings Frequencies SecureRTK Logging Radar Output Receiver internal Primary Corrections Nat ID Vehicle No GPS Old radio fw 2 NI Wireless Mode TT 460s 4600 Note Up to 19 different frequencies can be stored 3 To add anew frequency tap Add 4 Enter the required frequency for the next available channel and then tap OK The GPS Receiver Settings screen appears 5 From the
379. th are set close to the surface 5 Design Info allows you to check the design parameters at any point along the design Enter the distance in the Distance field or select it by tapping on the screen The Design Info tab will then show the depth elevation and slope information for that point 6 Tap OK 7 Inthe Run screen you can install the tile or clean the ditch from either the outlet or the top end of the profile The section line that you install to appears as red on the screen where other section lines are white FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 57 9 Water Management The virtual lightbar at the top of the FmX integrated display s screen guides you onto the design profile Specifically for the Autoslope leveling model P Boot Depth shows the depth of the tile boot or the blade for ditching applications and P Design Slope shows the current slope that the tile or ditch is being installed to See FieldLevel II status text items page 25 Installing a section line Driving in Autoslope mode The Autoslope model can be used for both tile and ditching applications For tile applications the system runs on both self propelled tile machines and pull type plows towed behind a tractor For ditching applications the Autoslope system works with any type of scraper or ditching machine supported by the WM Drain system Note When the system is not running in Auto mode the virtual lightbar or LB25 lightbar will guide
380. the Vehicle Profile Location defaults to From Database new l Inthe mplement Controller Settings group tap Edit Edit Implement Controller 2 Dooneofthe following e To select a new make and model from a database of vehicles vdb on the FmX integrated display CompactFlash card In the Vehicle Profile Location list select From Database new b Tap Browse c Select the required vdb file and then tap Open If you need to obtain a vdb file contact your local reseller e Toselect an existing vehicle from a previously saved file cfg on the card 13 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 a Inthe Vehicle Profile Location list select From Saved File existing b Tap Browse c Select the required file and then tap Open 3 Tap Change Restore Implement The following message appears The specified implement model will now be selected on the Autopilot controller This will cause the Autopilot controller to be reset Do you want to continue 4 Tap OK to load the new configuration or tap Cancel to abort The Autopilot Controller will now be reinitialized message appears 5 Tap OK After the Trained and qualified warnings have appeared the file is loaded Engage button When implement steering is enabled the Run screen Engage button changes state It has two status indicators e The main button color which represents vehicle steering e The small inner color which represents implem
381. the firmware in the following components Field IQ Master Switch Box 12 Section Switch Box Rate and Section Control Module Seed Monitoring Module Section Control Module Rate Control Module Rawson Control Module To upgrade a components firmware 1 2 3 4 5 9 Transfer the new firmware file from www trimble com to your office computer Connect the FmX integrated display USB memory stick to your office computer Copy the firmware upgrade file to the Firmware folder on the USB memory stick Insert the USB memory stick into the USB socket on the FmX integrated display Press the Power button on the rear of the display to turn on the FmX integrated display and then wait for the Home screen to appear Tap Upgrade Firmware Upgrade Select the appropriate plugin from the Firmware list Any available firmware upgrade files appear in the upper right list Select the appropriate firmware file Once the upgrade is complete tap OK The system restarts The components firmware is updated FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 22 9 22 Advanced Configuration Unlocking additional devices You can purchase enhanced features for the FmX integrated display from your local Trimble reseller To enable the additional features do the following l Turnonthe FmX integrated display The Home screen appears 2 Tap Unlocks Advanced Functionality Access TrueTrackor 3 Tap the button for the feat
382. the following 1 From the Home screen tap X Current Configurations Bd Display iles suia nis Feat and inches Keyboard ABC DEF webs ie bee Hol Available Hew Implement AS 7 47 swath width 6n 10 77 application width 12 row Configure 2 From the Current Configurations screen tap Configure The Configuration screen appears with the currently installed plugins listed on the left of the screen mE Autopilot Vehicle Calibrate Tig GPs Receiver Diagnostics M Implement New Implement j Save Config 3 Switch Config 3 Add Remove OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 8 3 8 Overview of Plugins Adding or removing a plugin l Onthe Configuration screen tap Add Remove plugin Select Active Plugins 2 Ifnecessary enter the Administration password see Password access page 3 In the Select Active Plugins screen you will see the available but not yet installed plugins are in the nactive Plugins list on the left the currently installed plugins are in the Active Plugins list on the right 3 Dooneofthe following To install a plugin from the nactive Plugins list tap it and then tap Add gt The plugin moves to the Active Plugins list To remove a currently installed plugin from the Active Plugins list tap it and then tap Remove The plugin moves to the nactive Plugins list 4 Tap OK to return to the Configuration screen 8 4 FmxX Integrated Display User
383. the implement circuit is lightly loaded Consult the vehicle documentation to determine if the hydraulic fluid temperature can be shown on a vehicle console FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 13 13 TrueTracker Plugin e Ifyou perform the calibration while the system is still cold repeat both the Deadzone and the Proportional gain calibration procedures once the system is at operating temperature To configure the automated steering deadzone l Place the vehicle in an area that is free of hazards 2 Raise the implement 3 Select the Implement Automatic Deadzone procedure from the calibration list See page 11 Autopilot Automated Deadzone Calibration 4 Tap Next to continue The second Autopilot Automated Deadzone Calibration screen appears 5 Tap Next in the two screens that appear next Note Read the onscreen instructions on each page Follow the instructions The system will automatically move the coulter wheels in both directions several times 6 Tap Start The system engages and performs the calibration 13 14 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Automated Deadzone error messages If a calibration cycle is unable to complete successfully one of the following error messages appears Message Error Steering Close To Before the calibration cycle could be completed the measured steering angle End Stops approached the end stops Retry and if the problem persists instead of centeri
384. the manual guidance option the Autopilot automated steering system option the FieldLevel II plugins or the EZ Steer system plugin Several of these guidance options incorporate GPS receivers For more information see Chapter 6 The GPS Receiver FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 1 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Manual guidance Manual guidance setup options enable you to configure the onscreen vehicle appearance and color E 1 From the Home screen tap 4 2 Make sure the Manual Guidance plugin is installed For more information see Adding or removing a plugin page 4 3 Select the plugin and then tap Setup 4 To change the vehicles on screen appearance select a vehicle type from the drop down list 5 Use the virtual keypad to enter measurements into each of the following fields A Axle to Antenna Offset The horizontal distance between the axle and the antenna If the antenna is in front ofthe axle enter a Forward distance If the antenna is behind the axle enter a Back distance Measure the distance accurately within 3 inches An incorrect offset may cause poor steering performance Antenna Height Measure the antenna height vertically from the ground to the base of the antenna Wheelbase The horizontal distance between the center of the front wheel and the center of the back wheel 6 Tap OK Note Any changes that you make to the vehicle appearance remain even if you remove the M
385. the rates Adjust values if needed Field IQ Drive Calibration Shows the results and drive limits of your calibration Enter the following values Allowable Error Gain Minimum Response FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 63 10 Field IQ Plugin Note For information about the appropriate values for your sprayer refer to the support note Field IQ crop Input Control System For Sprayers and Spreaders 4 Select Flow Calibration and then tap OK The Flow Calibration screen appears 5 Inthe Rate and Section Control Flow Calibration screen enter the Flow Meter type the Flow Meter Calibration and the Minimum Flow 6 Tap Run Calibration and then follow the on screen instructions Operating in the field 1 From the Home screen tap eft 2 From the Current Configurations screen configure the display vehicle implement settings and then tap OK 3 From the Field Selection screen select the required client farm field event settings and then tap OK 10 64 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Material Assignment screen Use the Material Assignment option to quickly and easily change materials The Location Name you set up appears for example Hoppers and the button shows the current Material Name Tap the button to see a list of the same type of materials to change the material type select the required material from the list and then tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 1
386. the return pass is to the left or the right of the original pass Record the results in Table 12 on page 22 Note The offset should be consistently to the left or right 11 Repeat Step 5 through Step 10 two more times for a total of three test runs Use Table 12 on page 22 to record the offset distance and the left or right direction of offset for each test run FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 Calculating the roll offset flag offset method l 10 Drive the vehicle to a relatively flat area where you can complete passes that are at least 400 m 1320 ft in length Reset the Roll Offset value to 0 zero on the Roll Correction screen See Configuring the roll offset correction page 20 Start a new field Create a straight AB Line Start a new pass Engage automatic steering mode when the system is stable Stop the tractor midway through the pass Confirm that there is no cross track error the current vehicle position should be directly on the AB Line Park the vehicle and exit the cab Insert a flag in the ground to mark the implement centerline for this pass Complete the pass Turn the vehicle around to return along the same pass from the opposite direction Engage automatic steering mode Stop the vehicle midway down the pass very close to the marker flag Confirm that there is no cross track error the current vehicle position should be directly on the AB Line Park the vehicle and ex
387. the right and middle sockets the orientation does not matter 4 Re insert the wedge into the receptacle 5 58 FmX Integrated Display User Guide D 6 Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Connect the attached receptacle to the 3 pin DTM plug on the remote engage adapter cable Plug the other end of the remote engage adapter cable into the port replicator pin 10 and pin 11 on the EZ Pilot cable that is connected to Port C on the display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 59 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 7 Route the cables of the footswitch or rocker switch to the required location Setting up the display when using a foot or rocket switch l Inthe Configuration screen select EZ Pilot and then tap Setup Ox cw r A a 4 5 60 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 2 Tap the Engage tab EZ Pilot Settings Vehicle Engage Steering Achvaanced Operator Timeout Coverage Log m Minimum Speed i mips Maximum Angle 15 Maximim eed Overrgles Serritnity 20 95 Engage Off amp ne 6 0 External Sench Disengage Offline 3 From the External Switch drop down list select Remote Engage and then tap OK EZ Pilot Settings Operator Timeout Coverage Log Minimum Speed 2 Maximum Angle Maximum seed Overrgla Serali Engage Off amp ne Y Ok External Switch Disengage Offline Cancel Disengaging the system
388. the same units that the controller is configured for Alarms If you want low limit and target rate alarms set these on the variable rate controller You can also set a default rate to be used if you go off the prescription or do not have a prescription For more information refer to the documentation provided with your variable rate controller FmX Integrated Display User Guide Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 Additional information for non Trimble variable rate controllers Prescriptions You can define variable rate controller setup data and load prescription files that define the rates to be applied in different areas of the field This information is used to send target rates to the variable rate controller Applied rates are received from the controller and both target and applied rates are shown on the screen In addition data relating to the variable rate application may be logged to the card The information describing prescriptions for the Field IQ system also applies to non Trimble variable rate controllers FmX Integrated Display User Guide 14 11 14 Serial Rate Control Plugin 14 12 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Remote Output Plugin In this chapter B Connecting remote output B Configuring the Remote Output plugin B Calibrating the lead time for your implement B Operating in the field B Farm Works software When remote output is activated the FmX integrated display outputs pulses
389. the target rate for when you are outside the area that is covered by the prescription file See Last default or zero rate page 34 8 TapOKtoload the prescription file A prescription works only when the Field IQ rate selection switch is in the Rate 1 position If the switch is in the Rate 1 position the Increment Decrement switch is disabled If the Rate switch is in the Rate 2 position the prescription is disabled but the Increment Decrement switch does work FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 33 3 Getting Started Controller lead time Lead time is the average time required by the controller before it can react to a requested rate change This value can be defined in the Select Prescription screen For example a value of 5 0 means that on average it takes the controller around five seconds to change from one rate to a new rate The lead time value is used by the FmX integrated display to project the position of the vehicle into the future The direction and speed of the vehicle are combined with the lead time to project a future position The target rate at this projected position is sent to the variable rate controller giving the controller time to reach the required rate at approximately the same time that the vehicle arrives at the projected position You must choose an appropriate lead time This depends on the controller type and configuration the type of materials being applied and the nature and specificatio
390. the tractor must have a good calibration An Autopilot system that is calibrated very aggressively may need to be set up with a more neutral calibration when used with TrueGuide implement guidance FmX Integrated Display User Guide 12 1 12 TrueGuide Plugin Connecting the TrueGuide implement guidance system Once the TrueGuide implement guidance system has been professionally installed add the FmxX integrated display as shown ox o7 C 84849 D N CAUTION Connecting the Port Replicator on the FmX to NavController Il cable to the PA or P12 connector of the NavController Il harness will result in damage to the FmX integrated display and will void the warranty o A25 GNSS antenna x2 68040 00S o ee NR LMR400 65 extension cable 67473 Coaxial cable 68295 e Right angle cable 50499 FmX power cable 66694 eo Basic power cable 67258 Main power bus cable 67259 e Power adaptor cable 67095 NMO to TNC 20 antenna cable and base 62120 Main NavController Il cable 54601 NavController II 55563 00 FmX integrated display 93100 02 FmX to NavController Il cable with port replicator 75741 12 2 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueGuide Plugin 12 Configuring the TrueGuide implement guidance system TrueGuide implement guidance must have e The Autopilot automated steering system installed on the tractor For instructions on how to install the Autopilo
391. this distance the height indicators become thick red arrows See Blade position indicators page 24 Slope Adjust The percentage you enter here controls the amount that the gradient changes each time you increase or decrease the slope when in Point and Slope mode on the nstall tab For example if the leveling gradient is 3 and the Slope Adjust field is set to 2 the leveling gradient changes to 5 if you decrease the slope 9 48 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 5 Select the Relative Heights tab and then set the following Description Relative Heights Select Enabled to use relative heights from the master benchmark Select Disabled to use GPS heights at all times Relative X If relative heights are enabled this is the X coordinate that will be applied to the master benchmark Relative Y If relative heights are enabled this is the Y coordinate that will be applied to the master benchmark Height Offset If relative heights are enabled this is the height value that will be applied to the master benchmark FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 49 9 Water Management 6 Select the Valve Setup tab and then set the following Valve Module Displays the type of valve module that is detected Valve Type Select the type of valve that is connected Valve Inverted Leave this field as Not Inverted unless the tank and pressure hoses have been installed incorrectly on the valve If this is the case
392. this type of use would be variable rate application of defoliant in cotton or desiccant in potatoes For these cases the field is scouted or field calibrated to determine areas of the field that require different rates of defoliant The RT200 system or a GreenSeeker hand held can be used to obtain the NDVI values in representative areas of the field and then a table can be created with NDVI values corresponding to application rates To create a custom table do the following l From the GreenSeeker Calibration screen select the Algorithm tab FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 15 11 GreenSeeker Plugin 11 16 2 o N A e 11 In the Formula list select Custom Table or Auto Calibration GreenSeeker Calibration Liar Ifyou select Custom Table you must enter NDVI calibration values manually See Step 3 Ifyou select Auto Calibration the system automatically enters NDVI calibration values from the Calibration step by transferring the Maximum Average and Minimum NDVI values into rows two three and four respectively Go to Step 7 Select the Number Of Rows field Use the on screen keypad to enter a value and then tap OK The number of available NDVI and Rate fields are dictated by the value entered in the Number Of Rows field Typically the number of rows for the custom table are two more than the number of filed calibration areas sampled This allows for starting at zero and ending at 99 NDVI
393. tial Refill field 10 24 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Row Offset Setup Row Offset Setup provides additional tuning by detailing where the material will be applied in relation to the vehicle Increase coverage accuracy by selecting one or two offsets Row offsets are measured from the Application Offset that is entered in the Measurements tab of the Implement Configuration wizard e Number of row offsets Use 1 row offset when coverage is applied at a single location Use two row offsets when planting singulated seed with staggered implements Row Offset 1 row offset Enter the distance between the Application Offset and the row Rear Row Offset 2 row offset Enter the distance between the Application Offset and the rear row Front Row Offset 2 row offset Enter the distance between the Application Offset and the front row Material Controlled By The options are e Switch Boxes The location is controlled by the switch boxes e On Screen The location is controlled on screen Section Control tab Rate as Sections The Field IQ system can use the rate control drives as section shutoffs For example when going into a nonproductive or covered area the rate control drives will be commanded to zero rate 1 Inthe Section Control tab in the Section Control field select Rate as Section Material Layout Section Control Section Control GERA eE a Section Control M dul Location Section
394. ting Started Guide 23 13 23 Data Management PrimaryAB Number of the primary AB Line Features files When features are recorded in the field each type of feature is saved in three feature shapefiles in the Field folder as follows These features Are saved in these files One row of data is stored in the lt type gt dbf file for each feature of that feature type recorded in the field The following information is stored in the lt type gt dbf file for each feature Colum Mess remwerswbuefevenon ree Name remuemme 70 LM NE RN Dist 1 Dist2 PrefWeight are mapping on a slope the height may be wrong Status Txt GPS status 23 14 FmxX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 Program Log message file The FmX integrated display performs checks e when the display is turned on or off e periodically while running This information is saved to the ProgramLog txt file which is in the AgGPS Diagnostics folder When this file becomes larger than 1024 KB it is backed up to a file called ProgramLog old The ProgramLog txt file may be useful for troubleshooting The file can be read with a text editor such as Notepad FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 15 23 Data Management Importing AB Lines or boundaries 23 16 The FmX integrated display can load field boundaries and AB Lines created by an AgGPS 170 Field Computer Remote Data Logger RDL or a
395. tion See screenshot below table The options are e Autoslope Creates sloped tile or surface drainage targeting the optimal depth defined on the Design tab e Slope Creates consistently sloped tile or surface drainage From the starting point the vehicle levels at a constant slope regardless of direction The options are e Pipe Type Select the type of pipe you will install e Pipe Size Select the pipe size you will install Slope Increase Increase the design slope by the Slope Adjust amount Slope Decrease Decrease the design slope by the S ope Adjust amount Height Offset Raise the tile boot or blade by the Blade Step amount Increase Height Offset Lower the tile boot or blade by the Blade Step amount Decrease Select a defined percentage of vertical drop for a horizontal distance traveled 9 60 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Coarse Height When selected tapping the increase or decrease button will move the blade by the Offset Coarse Blade Step amount This enables the operator to move the blade by a large amount instead of small increments Pitch Offset Increase Raises the blade pitch relative to the design pitch Pitch Offset Decrease Lowers the blade pitch relative to the design pitch Coarse Pitch Offset When selected tapping the increase or decrease button adjusts the pitch by the Coarse Pitch Step amount This enables the operator to move the blade pitch by a large amount
396. tions the draft distance can be significant enough to lose repeatability for successive field operations despite the 25 mm 1 inch accuracy of the tractor equipped with the Autopilot system Benefits of the TrueTracker system The TrueTracker implement steering system is an optional upgrade for the Autopilot system You must unlock and install the second FmX integrated displays internal receiver on the implement Using the Trimble T3 inertial terrain compensation technology and the accuracy of the receiver the TrueTracker system can steer the implement ensuring it remains online behind the vehicle even on extremely sloped ground The TrueTracker system supports the following e Steering in reverse e Straight and curved guidance patterns e Independent implement offset e Independent aggressiveness control for the implement e Zero steering to center the coulters Requirements of the TrueTracker system e An Autopilot system with the FmX integrated display e An unlock code for the FmX integrated display implement steering functionality Installing the TrueTracker system The TrueTracker system requires professional installation For more information contact your local Trimble reseller FmX Integrated Display User Guide 13 3 13 TrueTracker Plugin Configuration To configure the TrueTracker system complete the following steps 13 4 L 2 3 4 5 Activate the system See page 5 Configure the implement settings
397. tions when the implement reaches the outer boundary Switches Implement Setup FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 9 7 Implement Configuration In the Switches tab tap Setup Add Edit Implement Lift Sensor Set the following in the Add Edit Implement Lift Sensor dialog Status Select ON if you have one or more implement switches tied into your implements control system Select OFF if you have no implement switches tied into your implements control system Number of Select the number of implement switches that you have tied into your implement Switches control system Minimum Enter the number of implement switches the system should recognize to Changed determine if the implement is lifted Switches 7 10 FmXIntegrated Display User Guide Implement Configuration 7 Deleting an implement To delete an implement that you no longer require 1 From the Configuration Selection screen tap Implement Switch 2 From the Implement Configuration screen select the appropriate implement from the list 3 Tap Delete 4 When prompted tap Yes to confirm the deletion FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 11 7 Implement Configuration 7 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Overview of Plugins In this chapter Introduction to plugins Adding or removing a plugin Configuring a plugin Entering the password to activate a plugin This chapter explains the FmX integrated display plugin and h
398. tire track pattern between the first and return paths 10 Measure the difference between the track passes and record the distance Also note whether the return pass is to the left or the right of the original pass Record the results in Table 11 on page 25 Note The offset should be consistently to the left or right FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 23 5 Vehicle Guidance Options 11 Repeat Step 5 through Step 10 two more times for a total of three test runs Use Table 11 on page 25 to record the offset distance and the left or right direction of offset for each test run ret MI fe ty i Man oy pe y z AE 1 aol Le ie cin 1e 1 3T Tra Ll dun nhs gm Tm Rig Left offset Calculating the roll offset Flag offset method l Remove any implement from the vehicle The vehicle draw bar must be centered 2 Drive the vehicle to a relatively flat area where you can complete passes that are at least 400 m 1320 ft in length 3 Reset the Roll Offset value to 0 zero on the Roll Correction screen See 3 Configuring the roll offset correction page 23 4 Create an AB Line 5 Start anew pass Engage automatic steering mode when the system is stable Stop the tractor midway through the pass Confirm that there is no cross track error the current vehicle position should be directly on the AB Line 5 24 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 6 Park the vehicle and exit the cab Use the hitch p
399. to end recording Note As the NDVI is collected the data is stored in respective fields on the GreenSeeker calibration page Keep the vehicle moving as you collect the data stopping in one location affects the average values The Ref and Non Ref buttons change to a lighter color when selected or active 6 Tap Done GreenSeeker Calibration ininum You now see the values that were collected in Step 4 and Step 5 Notes To collect fresh data from this screen tap the Non Ref or Reference buttons You will not see the new values until you deselect the respective button To manually override or input data select the various fields and then use the screen keypad The Reference values in the Maximum Average and Minimum fields are also available for the Auto Calibration function on the Algorithm tab 11 12 FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 8 GreenSeeker Plugin 11 When you are satisfied with the data select the Algorithm tab GreenSeeker Calibration i i L ZEIEITE VETT Select either an existing algorithm or Custom Table to create a new algorithm from the Formula list For more information see Defining a Custom Table page 15 Note The formula selected for your last job will still be current so you are often just verifying that the correct formula is being used 9 Input the various fields as required The fields displayed will change based upon the formula selected some fields such as
400. to open a field and create one Calibrating the EZ Steer system To calibrate the EZ Steer system to work with the FmX integrated display you must complete the following 1 Enter the vehicle settings See page 65 2 Calibrate T2 roll compensation See page 67 3 Calibrate the EZ Steer system See page 69 Angle per Turn Aggressiveness Freeplay offset 4 Confirm the calibration settings Note You may have to perform the EZ Steer calibration more than once to achieve optimal results Entering vehicle settings l Install the EZ Steer system plugin for more information see the FmX integrated display Plug ins guide 2 From the Configuration screen select the EZ Steer plugin and then tap Setup FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 65 5 Vehicle Guidance Options The EZ Steer Settings screen appears EZ Steer Settings 3 From the Vehicle Type drop down list select the vehicle type 4 Inthe Axle To Antenna Offset field enter the horizontal distance between the axle and the antenna Ifthe antenna is in front of the axle enter a Forward distance Ifthe antenna is behind the axle enter a Back distance Note Measure the offset distance as accurately as possible within 3 an incorrect offset may cause poor steering performance 5 Inthe Antenna Height field enter the height of the antenna measured from the ground to the base of the antenna 6 Inthe Wheelbase field enter the wheelbase measureme
401. to the outer edge and tap OK The Swath Management screen appears To update the pivot tap Load The Run screen appears with the new pivot dimensions The Record button When you create guidance based on the curve or headland pattern the Record button is available The Record button enables you to insert a straight section of line rather than having the line follow the exact path ofthe vehicle as happens with direct mapping FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 17 3 Getting Started 3 18 When you select tap Record the line you are driving is mapped When you deselect Record the display stops directly mapping your path Instead a dotted line spans from the vehicle to the point where you deselected Record When you select the button again the line becomes solid and your path is mapped again Point where Record was de selected Creating guidance with the FreeForm pattern The FreeForm pattern is an advanced pattern that enables you to create multiple lines of different types in a single field to obtain guidance in fields of any shape You need to record each line that you drive to generate the next guidance line You can create e Curved line segments e Straight line segments in the form of straight AB Lines With this combination you can use the FreeForm pattern to create non circular spirals or multiple curved guidance lines for irregular shaped fields XX Tip With FreeForm curves remember that your ne
402. travels during installation Pitch Offset The amount of angle or tilt up or down if the sensor is not installed parallel to the bottom of the boot XX Tip Adjusting the pitch offset can help correct the boot pitch if it is not running level through the ground Roll Correction Corrects for static roll caused by minor variations in the Autopilot controller FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 47 9 Water Management pc sat eee Horizontal The distance from the leading edge of the boot to the center line of the antenna The horizontal distance should be positive if the antenna is forward from the tip of the boot and negative if it is backward It is recommended that the antenna is mounted over the leading edge of the boot The distance from the bottom of the boot to the base of the antenna dome Offset of antenna from center line of pipe Boot Length Distance from back to leading edge of boot 4 Select the Steps tab and then set the following WM Drain Setup implement Steps Relative Heights Valve Setup Operation Height Step e 0 00 On grade Limit Ll emm at Coarse allows you to change height steps in larger increments Fine allows you to change pitch steps in small increments Coarse allows you to change pitch steps in larger increments On grade Limit The limit you enter here sets the distance the blade can move before the green blade height indicators change to a thin red arrow At twice
403. ttings screen appears 6 Tap OK FmX Integrated Display User Guide 6 11 6 The GPS Receiver 6 12 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide CHAPTER Implement Configuration In this chapter Introduction Creating an implement Selecting an existing implement Importing an implement from the FieldManager display Adjusting the implement settings Deleting an implement This chapter describes how to configure a vehicle implement For more information see Chapter 22 Advanced Configuration You must configure your implement so that the system can tell e Which type of implement is attached How much area it covers e How far offset it is Note Some configuration settings are unavailable when a field is open in the Run screen To access these settings return to the Run screen and then tap the Home button When prompted to close the field tap Yes FmX Integrated Display User Guide 7 1 7 Implement Configuration Introduction To obtain an implement do one ofthe following e Create anew implement see below e Select an existing implement see page 4 e Import an implement that was created for the AgGPS 170 Field Computer see page 5 Once you select an implement adjust its settings See page 6 7 2 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Implement Configuration 7 Creating an implement 1 2 3 4 From the Home screen tap a In the Configuration Selection screen tap the implement Switch If necessa
404. tup tab Shaft Encoder Constant Gear Ratio Gear Ratio Calculator Seeds Per Disk Flowmeter Type Flowmeter Calibration Min Flow Pulses per revolution Specifies the actual ratio from the application rate sensor to the seed meter shaft RPM This is the number of revolutions the application rate sensor turns for each revolution of the seed meter Use the calculator to determine your gear ratio The number of seed openings per disk plate 10 34 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Row Monitoring tab Field IQ Setup CF uj Disabled Row monitoring is turned off Blockage Select this option when using an air seeder or when applying granular material Seed Count Select this option for precision seeding Row Sensor Enable Turn individual row sensors on or off Row Sensor Wiring Select which wire each row sensor is wired to FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 35 10 Field IQ Plugin Sensor tab In this tab you can add Alarm functionality to a sensor You can also access the Sensor Setup screen where you can Add Edit or Delete sensors Sensor Type Select the required sensor for which you want to create an alarm from the drop down list Name This field appears once you have selected the sensor type Alarm Select whether you want to enable or disable the alarm The options set up in the Sensor Setup screen see below appear on the screen and are as follow Warn if belo
405. ture Sensor A moisture sensor installed by the combine manufacturer Standard Bushel Weight Commonly accepted density for a grain Standard Moisture Test Weight Commonly accepted moisture for a grain The variety of grain that is being harvested Yield Monitoring Module that interfaces between the yield monitoring sensors and CAN module and the FmX integrated display FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 5 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin Auto width detection 18 6 Auto width detection aids accurate area calculations by automatically reducing the cut width when entering or exiting point rows and other previously harvested areas If you are harvesting a row crop with pre configured rows then the width reduces on an overlap by one row at a time Tap or mi at the bottom of the map screen to manually reduce the cut width each time you tap the button the cut width is reduced by one row turning of one row reduces the cut width by the header width minus the row width Tap 4 amp on the right hand side to disable the rows from the right or tap m on the left hand side to disable rows from the left To re enable the sections tap on the right hand side to enable the rows to the right or tap 4 amp on the left hand side to enable the rows to the left See the image on the following page FmX Integrated Display User Guide Yield Monitoring Plugin 18 Operating the Yield Monitoring plugin Yield Monitoring Run screen The Yi
406. ueTracker system 13 2 The TrueTracker implement steering system is an upgrade for the Autopilot automated steering system With the Autopilot system the vehicle receives guidance and pulls the implement When the TrueTracker system is added to the Autopilot system the implement receives separate guidance and steering to increase accuracy The system comprises two parts e Additional hardware installed on the implement e Additional FmX integrated display software provided by the TrueTracker plugin The TrueTracker system extends the sub inch year to year repeatable accuracy of the Autopilot automated steering system to the implement Terminology The term implement steering refers to the ability to actively steer the implement that a vehicle is towing Normally it is not possible to tell the exact location of the implement When you use the FmX integrated display with the Autopilot automated steering system for sub inch accuracy the GPS antenna and receiver are mounted on the vehicle and it is the vehicle that is guided On flat ground the implement will probably be directly behind the vehicle but in the following conditions the implement can pull draft to one side e On side slopes E In variable soil conditions e On curved guidance patterns The stand alone Autopilot automated steering system has no way to detect or correct for implement draft FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueTracker Plugin 13 In these condi
407. ugin searches for a survey on the field If there is a survey a Cut Fill map appears on the new design plane FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 33 9 Water Management Defining a plane using multiple benchmarks You can use multiple benchmarks to define a plane based on your specific requirements If multiple benchmarks are created you can design a plane of best fit through those points If you use three benchmarks to design the plane then the cut and fill values will be 0 0 through those points as the plugin can create a perfect plane If you use more than three benchmarks to design the plane the cut fill values will be the residual difference between the plane of best fit and the benchmark elevations To define a plane using multiple points do the following L From the Run screen select the Survey Design plugin and then create two or more benchmarks to help define the plane If a primary heading definition is required you only need two benchmarks If all the slopes of a field are to be defined then you need at least three benchmarks Select the FieldLevel II plugin and tap the Design button The Plane Editor screen appears Tap New Plane Benchmark From the Benchmarks list select the benchmark to be used as the primary pivot and then tap Add The benchmark is be copied to the Design Benchmarks list Repeat Step 4 until all the required benchmarks are copied to the Design Benchmarks list The Design Benchmarks l
408. ules for spreading Calibrate the modules to ensure that your system performs at the level you require The Field IQ Calibrate option only appears on the Configuration screen if you have at least one Field IQ Rawson control module or rate control module set up to control the rate 1 From the Configuration screen select the Field IQ plugin and then tap Calibrate 2 From the Field IQ Calibration screen select the module you want to calibrate Note If you have an implement lift switch calibrate it first See above Field IQ Calibration 2 3 Select the first module to calibrate The Planter Calibration screen appears Note Ifa Rawson module was configured the correct calibration is selected automatically Description Gear Ratio Specifies the actual ratio from the applicaiton rate sensor to the seed meter shaft RPM This is the number of revolutions the application rate sensor turns for each revolution of the seed meter Gear Ratio Calculator Use the calculator to determine your gear ratio 10 52 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Calibration Constant A calculated value that the system determines during calibration This field allows you to adjust for inconsistencies in the seed meters To start out leave the value at 1 000 After the calibration test the system may adjust this number 4 Place a clean empty container under the rows that contain seeds to capture the seeds dispensed during t
409. uphill Tap Guide drive the vehicle forward following the lightbar to keep the vehicle on the same contour To move to the next levee turn the vehicle around and change the Up Hill direction Tostep the blade up or down use the and and v buttons to achieve the required offset and then follow the lightbar to keep the correct grade FmX Integrated Display User Guide 9 37 9 Water Management Tandem Dual plugin Tandem scraper configuration The tandem scraper configuration describes the practice of towing two scrapers one behind the other This type of leveling provides increased efficiency as it allows for the blade of each scraper to be controlled independently from the other This means more dirt can be cut before you have to drive to a fill area and remove dirt from the scraper buckets Primary GPS Secondary GPS antenna antenna Tandem Scraper system Dual scraper configuration The dual scraper configuration describes a single scraper with two GPS antennas one at each end of the blade This allows for control of the roll of the blade giving a more accurate surface This configuration is ideal for complex surfaces with high variability slopes Secondary GPS antenna Primary GPS antenna Dual Scraper system Note For the FieldLevel II dual system you must use a scraper with dual hydraulic controls 9 38 FmX Integrated Display User Guide Water Management 9 Configuring the Tandem Dual plugin Note
410. ure Error in communication with Claas yield monitor CAN port CLAAS YIELD MONITOR WARNING Cannot detect the Error in communication with Claas yield monitor CLAAS CAN bus CLAAS YIELD MONITOR WARNING Cannot Error in communication with Claas yield monitor configured Yield Monitoring communications CLAAS YIELD MONITOR WARNING Error state Error in communication with Claas yield monitor CLAAS YIELD MONITOR WARNING Head The implement width in the display setup must be set configuration differs between the FmX and CEBIS to match the width that was set in the Claas yield monitor YIELD MONITOR CAN bus error state XX Failed to John Deere moisture sensor head unit or armrest unit detect the following device s not detected Check port selection YIELD MONITOR CAN bus error states XX Unknown error when communicating with John Deere yield monitor FmX Integrated Display User Guide 18 25 CLAAS YIELD MONITOR WARNING Lost CAN Error in communication with Claas yield monitor 18 Yield Monitoring Plugin comment ooo YIELD MONITOR Failed to update crop type Unable to set grain type in John Deere yield monitor Probable communication error YIELD MONITOR Configuration Error state XX Lost connection with John Deere yield monitor Verify the FmX is connected to the CAN bus and CAN bus combine series configuration YIELD MONITOR Moisture sensor is not YIELD MONITOR Moisture sensor is not c
411. ure that you want to unlock The Enter Password to Activate screen appears 4 Enter the password and then tap OK The feature is enabled The password is saved to the memory for future use 22 10 FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide CHAPTER Data Management In this chapter This chapter describes the files and folders on the FmX integrated display USB memory stick B Transferring data to an office computer Data formats Folders on the USB memory stick Files on the USB memory stick Importing AB Lines or boundaries Data dictionaries FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 23 1 23 Data Management Transferring data to an office computer 23 2 All field data collected by the FmX integrated display is saved onto the USB memory stick To transfer data to an office computer 1 Remove the USB memory stick from the FmX integrated display 2 Insert the USB memory stick into your office computer CAUTION If you place the files in a series of folders the combined filename and folder path may become too long and the operating system may not allow you to open the files To avoid this it is recommended that you place data in your computer s C folder 3 Copy the appropriate folder to the office computer using an application such as Windows Explorer This copies all the sub folders and files in the folder Note When you copy or move files using Windows Explorer you must keep all the shape fil
412. urrently applied Nudge Trim The amount of nudge or trim currently applied Offline Dist The distance away from the guidance line Offset X The Relative Position X offset from the master benchmark Offset Y The Relative Position Y offset from the master benchmark P Altitude The current height of the vehicle as reported by the primary blade GPS receiver P Blade Height The current height of the primary blade P Boot Depth The depth of the boot when installing tiles or the depth of the blade when cleaning surface ditches used with the Autoslope leveling model P CMR Percent The percentage of radio CMR packets received over the last 100 seconds by the primary blade GPS receiver P Correction Age The time since the GPS corrections were last received from the primary FieldLEvel GPS receiver P Correction Type The correction type used by the primary blade receiver P Cut Fill The difference between the Primary Blade Height and the Primary Target Height e When Cut is shown the current ground height is above the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red down arrow which means that the blade needs to move down to reach the Target Height e When fill is shown the current ground height is below the target height The height adjustment indicator shows a red up arrow which means that the blade needs to move up to reach the Target Height P Design Height The height the primary blade will attempt to reach This is the Design
413. utch or valve this can happen on larger systems In this case increase the On Latency value to compensate the delay and the system will turn on in advance Off Latency By default this is set to 0 0 seconds Use this setting unless you are experiencing a long response time from your clutch or valve this can happen on larger systems In this case increase the Off Latency value to compensate for the delay and the system will turn off after the set number of seconds 10 30 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Overlap Start Overlap Enter the distance of intentional swath overlap when entering a previously applied area The higher the number the greater the overlapped area End Overlap Enter the distance of intentional swath overlap when exiting a previously applied area The higher the number the greater the overlapped area Coverage Switching Enter the percentage of the section width for intentional swath overlap The Overlap higher the number the greater the overlapped area before the section is turned off Boundary Switching Enter the percentage of the section width for intentional overlap of a boundary Overlap The higher the number the greater the overlapped area into the boundary area FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 31 10 Field IQ Plugin Rate Control tab Adjust the rate control settings Field IQ Setup CF i LEID MEUM 0 a eee Off Section switching only implement and the width
414. value must be equal to or higher than the Swaths in first group setting The next access path will appear this number of swaths beyond the first access path and will continue to repeat after this number of swaths Note You must fill in both of these fields 3 Enter a value in the Path width field This is the width of the access paths 4 Enter a value in the Swaths between access paths field The access path will appear after this number of swaths including the master line 5 Enter a value in the ABs place in the first group left to right field This setting enables you to specify where the master line appears in the first group from left to right 6 Select whether the guidance will be based on swaths or access paths from the Provide Guidance to drop down list and then tap OK Swath management Several options are available on the Swath Management screen You can delete swaths rename swaths or shift them to the left or right To access these features select the Swaths tab You cannot delete rename or shift line features or FreeForm curves FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 23 3 Getting Started 3 24 Deleting a swath To be able to delete swaths you must have entered the Administration password L 2 3 From the Run screen tap the Swath button The Swath Management screen appears From the list on the left select the swath to delete Tap Delete If prompted enter the password The swath
415. values to zero disables Track Logging Description Distance 0 Time 0 Track logging is turned off Distance 1 Time 0 Track logging is recorded by distance m Distance 0 Time gt 1 Track logging is recorded by time s Distance gt 1 Time gt 1 Track logging is recorded by whichever setting is higher Track logging files Track logging files are created whenever you open an event The track file records points at the rate defined in the Mapping screen see the previous section At each point a number of attributes are recorded The data stored in the track logging file Track3D_ lt date time gt dbf is in metric units The information stored for each point in the track logging file is as follows Column eld description Un veion reenen o p Num Num Stats Number Number of GPS satellites GPS satellites n Horizontal Dilution ME C Precision A measure of the quality of positions based on satellite geometry Corct Corct Age DGPS DGPS signal correction age correction DGPS signal correction age seconds mM Antenna latitude WGS 84 DD bn Antenna longitude WGS 84 DD dddddddd Ant HAE Antenna height above ellipsoid meters EM vc Ground HAE Ground height above ellipsoid meters INNEN NN FmX Integrated Display User Guide 4 7 4 Display Setup RSL Bera EES Ce Direction of travel with respect to true North decimal degrees Current swath headland number
416. ve around the boundary while you record the shape The boundary is defined on the screen by a single red line The current position is strung back to the start point of the boundary until you finish recording so the boundary is always a closed loop Defining interior points After you survey the boundary of the field select Interior from the list and then tap Record As you drive the system records interior points To complete a full survey create guidance lines and then drive over all of the interior of the field boundary while the system records interior points Defining a section After you define a boundary you can define sections to split the field into parts This enables you to create a design for just that section rather than the whole field There are two ways to define a section e Begin recording the section line outside the boundary Drive through the field to define the section line and then cross outside the boundary again The section is defined e Record a section line inside the boundary The ends of the line will extend to meet the boundary Sections can be useful after you finish working on the field for the day Define the area that you completed as a section when you return to the field you can level the remaining area to a second best fit plane See Operating the FieldLevel II plugin page 23 Surveying the field Use the WM Survey tab to survey the topography of the field You can then choose to create
417. w If the sensor is below the specified value for longer than the delay time a warning appears Warn if above If the sensor is above the specified value for longer than the delay time a warning appears Warn after This is the delay time for the Warn if below or Warn if above values Sensor Setup Tap to access the Sensor Setup screen See below 10 36 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Field IQ Plugin 10 Sensor Setup screen Edit Sensor Edit or view the settings for an existing sensor Remove Sensor Delete an existing sensor When adding or editing a sensor enter the following information peg ee rt Sensor Type Select from Air pressure vacuum Liquid pressure NH3 pressure Bin level RPM Gate Height e Use the virtual keyboard to enter a name for the sensor Sensor Setup Field IQ module Select the Field IQ module that is controlling this sensor Input location Specify which wire is controlling the sensor Select the alarm settings FmX Integrated Display User Guide 10 37 10 Field IQ Plugin Planter calibration Calibrating the implement lift switch 1 From the Field JQ Calibration screen select the Implement Lift option 2 Raise the implement and then tap Next 3 Lower the implement and then tap Next 4 Tap OK to return to the Field IQ Calibration screen Calibrating the Rawson modules Calibrate the modules to ensure that your system performs at the level you require The Fie
418. wheel The system automatically disengages when e The vehicle or implement is outside the engage limits e GPS positions are lost on the implement or on the vehicle e Minimum Fix Quality is not maintained and the system receives low accuracy positions for example no corrections FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueGuide Plugin 12 Engage status indicators Engage status Button color Vehicle icon color m o mmo n7 t e m Operating the TrueGuide system 1 Inthe Run screen with the 7rueGuide tab showing tap AUTO The TrueGuide system status is shown as Disengaged FmX Integrated Display User Guide 12 7 12 TrueGuide Plugin 2 Tap Engage to start guidance The Auto button changes to ON and the TrueGuide system status is shown as Waiting The Autopilot system acquires the line before transistioning to the TrueGuide system The TrueGuide system status remains at Waiting while the Autopilot system acquires the line Once the TrueGuide system has taken control the TrueGuide System status changes to ON and the TrueGuide system Engage button changes to Auto 3 To disengage the TrueGuide system at any time tap Off Note To force the TrueGuide system to turn on when the status is Waiting tap ON again Note As soon as the TrueGuide system is disengaged the Autopilot system immediately begins providing all guidance 12 8 FmX Integrated Display User Guide TrueGuide Plug
419. xt guidance line will appear only if you record your vehicle s path along the current guidance line Record each pass to generate your next guidance line FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Getting Started 3 Creating a FreeForm section 1 From the Run screen tap Swaths The Swaths Management screen appears 2 Select the FreeForm tab in the upper left of the screen The New FreeForm button becomes available toward the lower right of the screen 3 Ifnecessary select the Record FreeForm when logging button See Recording FreeForm guidance simultaneously with coverage page 21 4 Tap New FreeForm The Run screen reappears with the Define FF Next Path and Pause buttons on the Mapping tab Creating a curved FreeForm section 1 Tap Define FF The FreeForm buttons change 2 Tap FreeForm to begin drawing a FreeForm line The line follows the path of the vehicle 3 To complete the FreeForm pattern do one of the following Decselect the FreeForm button Perform a U turn Note If you are driving an inward spiral leave the FreeForm button selected The segments will continue to be defined Creating a straight FreeForm section l Tap Define FF The FreeForm buttons change 2 Drive to the start point of the line and then tap Set A 3 Drive to the other end of the line and then tap Set B The guidance line appears FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide 3 19 3 Getting Started Switching between
420. y 2 When copying is complete remove the source from the USB slot and then insert the destination 3 Copy all of the data from the internal memory to the destination Deleting data If you need to create more space you can use the FmX integrated display to e Delete any unused clients farms fields events or all of the data in the internal memory e Delete any unused clients farms fields events or all of the data on the USB memory stick Deleting selected data from the internal memory CAUTION Deleting data is permanent You cannot undo the deletion or restore the data 1 From the Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup If necessary enter the administration password and then tap OK Select Data Files from the list and then tap Manage The Data Files screen appears Tap Delete Data The Delete Data Storage screen appears B ae D N In the Delete Data storage tabs select Internal Memory and then select Field Data from the list of available data types 6 Inthe Client Farm Field or Event drop down lists select the item to delete and then tap Delete 7 When prompted tap Yes The data in the internal memory is deleted FmX Integrated Display Getting Started Guide Data Management 23 Deleting all of the data from the internal memory CAUTION Deleting data is permanent You cannot undo the deletion or restore the data 1 From the Configuration screen select System and then tap Setup If neces
421. y or an EVDO modem for use with the Verizon wireless network in the USA FmX Integrated Display User Guide VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems 19 Connecting the DCM 300 modem P3 GPS connector e N CAUTION Connecting the Port Replicator on the FmX to NavController Il cable to the PA or P12 connector of the NavController Il harness O will result in damage to the FmX integrated display and will void the warranty 9 FmX integrated display 93100 01 FmX power cable 66694 FmX power cable with relay and switch power bus 67259 Basic power cable 67258 6e FmX to NavController Il cable with port replicator 75741 2 pin DTM to 2 pin DT power adaptor 67095 o9 NavController Il 55563 00 o 8m GPS TNC TNC RT angle cable 76442 m Le NE TAN FmX Integrated Display User Guide 19 3 19 19 4 VRS Plugin for DCM 300 and Ag3000 Modems Unlocking the DCM 300 modem with passcodes The DCM 300 modem is available at different prices for Asset Tracking and VRS File Transfer The VRS File Transfer functionality in the DCM 300 modem must be unlocked to use VRS or data transfer To unlock the DCM 300 with a passcode you must connect the modem to the FmX display and then turn it on The Unlock screen shows the DCM 300 when
422. y reduce the operating life of the system e DO NOT store a GreenSeeker system with the sensors facing upward Doing so may allow water to collect around the windows and gaskets causing seal failures in those areas Also direct sunlight can in some cases focus enough energy into the sensor to damage the detector Note There are no field serviceable components of the electronic system do not attempt any field repair of a malfunctioning interface module or sensors If you experience operating problems contact your local dealer or Trimble representative FmX Integrated Display User Guide 11 5 11 GreenSeeker Plugin Field preparations for Nitrogen application 11 6 Note The following instructions apply to the most common Nitrogen applications Check algorithms for specific instructions For updated specific algorithm instructions go to www GreenSeeker com Field information Before the GreenSeeker applicator can be utilized to apply nitrogen N across a field a nitrogen rich reference strip NRS or calibration area must be established prior to or shortly after planting This reference strip is used to determine the amount of nitrogen being made available to the plant by the environment mineralization etc and importantly this years expected maximum yield potential and response to additional nitrogen The ideal NRS would run the length of the field but it should at least be 400 feet long Establishing a calibration r
423. y User Guide Vehicle Guidance Options 5 Autopilot Steering Pump Knees Calibration screen This calibration procedure determines the compensation required for dead band in the steering pumps Autopilot Steering Pump Knees Calibration N CAUTION The vehicle needs to move during the Hydraulic Tracked Pump Knees calibration procedure To avoid injury be prepared for vehicle movement The instructions for this calibration test span several pages on screen Follow the instructions on each page FmX Integrated Display User Guide 5 29 5 Vehicle Guidance Options Tracked vehicle steering wheel calibration l Turnoffthe engine but keep the ignition key in the run position 2 From the Autopilot Calibration screen select Steering Interface Calibration JD Steering Interface Calibration 3 Keeping to the suggested time interval follow the on screen instructions to turn the steering wheel right and left full lock 4 Follow the on screen instructions until Calibration Complete appears on screen Saving a vehicle profile Note From firmware version 3 0 on the FrnX integrated display the Vehicle Profile Location defaults to From Database Once you configure and calibrate the Autopilot system for your vehicle you can save that information for later use This can be useful if you want to adjust the settings or if you move the display from one vehicle to another 1 From the Home screen tap 2 Inthe Curren
424. y User Guide 2 5 2 Display Overview Virtual buttons The most common way to interact with the display is to use the virtual buttons Treat a virtual button as you would a normal button To press the button tap the area of the screen where it appears Some FmxX integrated display buttons have a direct action while others change to show that a feature is enabled or disabled The Fence button is currently selected Virtual keyboard Use the virtual keyboard to enter text and numbers enter a letter or number d appropriate button 2 6 FmxX Integrated Display User Guide Display Overview 2 Tap erase a letter that you have typed by mistake the lt lt backspace button clear all the text you have entered the CLEAR button finish entering text the OK button Virtual number pad The virtual number pad works in the same way as the virtual keyboard Select the Metric Feet_Inches or Decimal Feet button to change the units Tip When you change units the number value in the window is automatically converted to the new unit so select the correct units before you enter a number value Drop down boxes Tracior ZWOMFW A drop down box if provided lists the options you can select from the current list To select an item 1 Tap the list once to open the drop down list 2 Tap the required item from the list The drop down list disappears and the selected item appears in the field

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