Ag Leader GPS 4100 Operators Manual
GPS 4100
INSTALLATION
AND
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Important Notices
Before beginning installation of your GPS 4100, please take the time to
thoroughly read these instructions. Signal words (CAUTION,
IMPORTANT, and NOTE) are provided to draw attention to
information that is important for the safe/correct installation and
operation of this product.
• CAUTION--will alert you to situations that will impact the
physical safety of you or others.
• IMPORTANT—will alert you to the potential for damage to the
product or loss of data.
• NOTE--will provide you with additional information to simplify a
procedure or clarify a process.
After completing installation of the GPS 4100 we recommend that you
place these instructions in the Options Section of your PF3000 or
PF3000 Pro Operator’s Manual to prevent their loss.
To receive upgrade/update information of this product you must send
in or fax the Registration Form. Refer to the Registration Form for
address and fax number.
Item Page
Updating Operating Program 2
Parts, Tools for Antenna Installation 3
Installing the Antenna 3
Routing the Cable to the Cab 4
General Information 6
WAAS Selection 6
Satellite Selection 8
Diagnostic Screen 14
NMEA Message 16
GPS/Port Configuration 16
Troubleshooting 17
Parts List 18
Updating GPS Firmware 19
Installing FlashLoader 19
Installing AgRemote 20
Commercial Satellite Frequencies and Contacts 21
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UpDating Operating Program
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Updating
Operating
Program
1 Using a computer card reader, copy the file "upgrade.pld" to
2 Insert the memory card in the monitor and turn on the monitor.
3 The monitor will detect a new operating program on the card.
4 The monitor will erase the old program and install the new
5 Check some of the field and load information and settings to
Your operating program version must be greater than 3.22 (greater than
3.23 for cotton mode) for the PF3000 to use the GPS 4100. The version
of the monitors operating program currently installed is displayed when
you turn on the PF3000.
If your version is before this, contact Ag Leader Technology at 515-2325363 to obtain an update. You may also download the update off the Ag
Leader web site at www.agleader.com.
Perform the following steps to install the new operating program:
Step Action
the memory card.
Press the SHOW FILES key. The monitor will display the
version number of the current program and new program.
Press ACCEPT key to install the new version.
program.
double check that the new program is operating correctly
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Parts, Tools for
Antenna
Installation
Installing the
Antenna
Installing with antenna magnet:
Installing antenna with L-bracket:
The following parts and tools are needed to install the antenna and its
bracket:
• 5/16 in. self tapping bolts • L-bracket
or 5/16 in. bolts with serrated nuts • Antenna
• 1/4 in. drill bit for thin metal • Marker
or 9/32 in. for thicker metal • Punch
• Antenna cable • Hand drill
• Three white cable tie-downs
with self tapping screws
• Three white cable tie-downs
The antenna magnet is very powerful and will stick securely to any metal
surface. If needed, an L-bracket for mounting the antenna is provided.
The L-bracket is used for mounting the antenna (especially on combines)
but not necessary.
Determine a mounting location that is in the center of the swath and the
highest point of the vehicle. Ensure that no part of the machine is
blocking a clear view of the sky to the antenna. Ensure the antenna is
mounted low enough so it won't be knocked off when pulling the vehicle
into shed. Find a mounting location that if it does get struck it can slide
off.
Step Action
1 Locate a flat metal surface on the vehicle; set the antenna
2 Ensure you leave some slack in the cable between the
Step Action
1 Place the top surface of the bracket 1/4-in. above the top of
Installing Antenna
on it ensuring the magnet adheres securely.
antenna connection and first tie down. Route cable to cab
using cable tie-downs every 12-18 inches to secure cable.
the highest metal surface of the vehicle. This ensures the
antenna is the highest point of the vehicle and can slide off
if struck.
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Installing Antenna
Routing the Cable
to the Cab
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2 After you determine this position, place the L-bracket against
the metal surface, mark and punch the places you will be
drilling.
3 Drill the holes in the surface and attach bracket as follows:
If the metal is … Then use a…
Thin 1/4-in. drill bit and 5/16 in.
bolts with serrated nuts.
Thick (1/8 in. or more) 9/32 in. bit and self-tapping
bolt.
4 Center the antenna on the top surface of the bracket. Place
the antenna so the cable connector is pointing towards the
right side of combine or vehicle.
5 Attach the cable to antenna, connecting the end with the plug
to antenna.
6 Attach a white cable tie-down to metal surface 1 or 2 ft
below and 6 in. to right of the L-bracket.
NOTE: You may need to increase the above
distances, depending on the type of grain track
extension you are using.
7 Place another white tie-down 3 to 5 ft to the right of the first
tie-down.
8 Use a cable tie and attach the cable to the first white tie-
down leaving some slack in cable between antenna
connection and tie down to allow for strain relief if the
antenna is knocked off the L-bracket.
9 Use another cable tie to attach the cable to the second tie-
down.
10 Route cable to cab using cable tie-downs to secure cable.
Follow these steps to route cable into the cab:
Step Action
1 Find a place on the right side or bottom of the cab to route
cable into cab (the point of entry is up to you).
IMPORTANT: The cable can be routed through
windows or doors but make sure that there will be
no damage to the cable.
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Step Action
2 Attach the cable from the antenna to Port 1 of the PF3000
Figure 2. Cable attachment for PF3000 Pro without GPS, Optional Lightbar (if
Port 1
Figure 1. Cable attachment for PF3000, Optional Lightbar (if used) and GPS
AUX Port 1
Installing Antenna
or AUX 1 on the PF3000 Pro without GPS. See Figures 1
and 2.
NOTE: If you are using the optional Lightbar,
refer to Figures 1 and 2 for cable attachment.
NOTE: If you are NOT using the optional
Lightbar, tie the excess cable so it will not interfere
with the operations inside the vehicle. The
connector that attaches to the Lightbar will not be
connected to anything.
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used) and GPS 4100
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General Instructions
Overview
General
Information
WAAS Selection
The GPS 4100 requires no initial setup to begin fieldwork. The PF3000
or PF3000 Pro will display a "D" or "G" on the top right hand corner of
the display to indicate a GPS signal. A "D" indicates that you have a
differential signal. A "G" indicates that you have a GPS signal and your
GPS receiver is tracking four or more satellites (which means you can
get an elevation reading). A lower case "g" indicates that you have a
GPS signal but your GPS receiver is tracking only three satellites which
means you can not get an elevation reading. Your GPS receiver must
track four or more satellites to get an elevation reading. You may wish
to use the GPS to show your ground speed, which requires changing the
ground speed sensor settings. Refer to Primary and Secondary Speed
Sensor under Vehicle Setup in the PF3000 or PF3000 Pro Operator’s
manual for instructions.
Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) differential correction is an
alternative to subscription based satellite differential correction.
The following provides information to change factory settings on the
GPS 4100.
If you are going to use the WAAS option complete the following:
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IMPORTANT: WAAS is currently free of charge, and is
being funded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
WAAS is currently in test mode, and Ag Leader Technology
can not guarantee the availability or quality of its position
signals. Only two (2) WAAS satellites are currently covering
North America.
Step Action
1 Press Menu key on PF3000 until SETUP is displayed, press
SETUP key.
2 Press bottom left or right arrow key until GPS is displayed and
press GPS key. You should now see the screen shown in
Figure 3.
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