Ag Leader InSight User Manual Ver.8.0
InSight User Manual
Firmware Version 8.0
Ag Leader PN 2002877 Rev. H
Table of Contents
General Information
Introduction .................................................................................................................1
Company Profile....................................................................................................1
About the Display...................................................................................................1
Service .............................................................................................................2
Display Uses ....................................................................................................2
Features...........................................................................................................2
Data Card Usage..............................................................................................2
Color Touch Screen .........................................................................................2
CAN-bus Technology.......................................................................................3
Technical Specifications...................................................................................3
Upgrades..........................................................................................................3
Product Registration.........................................................................................3
Diagrams Reference..............................................................................................3
Conventions Used in this Manual..........................................................................4
Cautions And Warnings....................................................................................4
Cross-References And Web Links...................................................................4
Viewing this manual online...............................................................................4
How to find information you’re looking for........................................................4
Installation Instructions..........................................................................................5
Mounting The Display.......................................................................................5
Display Hardware.............................................................................................5
Fuse Installation and Replacement ..............................................................6
Power Up...............................................................................................................6
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Home Screen..............................................................................................................7
Navigation Buttons.................................................................................................8
Run Screen Command Buttons.............................................................................8
Run Screen Display Area ......................................................................................9
Display Items And Area Count.............................................................................10
Getting Started.....................................................................................................11
Entering Data Into the Display........................................................................11
Setup Tips............................................................................................................11
Setup Wizard Use ..........................................................................................11
Functionality...................................................................................................12
General Setup...........................................................................................................12
General Setup Overview......................................................................................12
On Screen Help...................................................................................................12
Grower And Field Management Setup......................................................................13
Field Operation Data Storage..............................................................................13
Season Setup............................................................................................................13
Grower Setup Screen..........................................................................................13
Season Setup Screen..........................................................................................14
Grower Setup............................................................................................................15
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Adding A New Grower......................................................................................... 15
Adding or Editing Grower Personal Information.................................................. 16
Importing A Management Setup File................................................................... 16
Field Setup ............................................................................................................... 18
Field Setup Screen.............................................................................................. 18
Field Information............................................................................................ 19
Adding a New Field............................................................................................. 19
Importing / Exporting Boundaries........................................................................ 20
Field Boundaries............................................................................................ 20
Operator Setup......................................................................................................... 20
Operator Setup Screen....................................................................................... 20
Adding A New Operator...................................................................................... 21
Adding or Editing Operator Personal Information ............................................... 22
Field Notes Configuration......................................................................................... 22
Field Notes Setup Screen................................................................................... 22
Creating a New Marker....................................................................................... 23
Editing A Marker Name....................................................................................... 24
Changing A Marker Icon ..................................................................................... 25
Display Setup ........................................................................................................... 26
General Display Setup Tab................................................................................. 26
Touch Screen Calibration.................................................................................... 26
Display Owner Setup ......................................................................................... 27
Display Owner Image Import.........................................................................27
Display Setup Memory Tab................................................................................. 29
Card Management Features.......................................................................... 29
Display Features................................................................................................. 29
Enabling Display Features............................................................................. 29
Advanced............................................................................................................ 30
Advanced Display Settings ........................................................................... 30
Operations Setup...................................................................................................... 30
Operations Setup Basics .................................................................................... 30
Planting And Seeding Setup............................................................................... 31
Tillage Operation Setup ...................................................................................... 31
Application Setup................................................................................................ 32
Grain Harvest Yield Monitoring Setup................................................................. 32
Cotton Harvest Yield Monitoring Setup............................................................... 33
Run Screen General Tabs........................................................................................ 33
Field Notes Tab................................................................................................... 33
Using Field Notes................................................................................................ 33
Map Tab ................................................................................................................... 34
Map Tab Basics .................................................................................................. 34
Map Zoom Detail................................................................................................. 35
Field Boundary Creation ..................................................................................... 36
Boundary Offset............................................................................................. 36
GPS
GPS Setup................................................................................................................ 37
GPS Setup Pages............................................................................................... 37
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(Further GPS References....................................................................................37
GPS Tabs..................................................................................................................37
GPS General Setup Tab......................................................................................37
GPS Serial Port Settings...........................................................................................39
Serial Port Settings .............................................................................................39
OmniSTAR Differential Setup..............................................................................40
OmniStar Contact Information........................................................................41
Beacon Differential Setup....................................................................................41
Guidance
Guidance Tab............................................................................................................43
Autopilot Guidance General Settings...................................................................44
External Lightbar.......................................................................................................45
TSIP Lightbar General Settings...........................................................................45
TSIP Compatibility Reference..............................................................................45
TSIP Lightbar Settings..............................................................................................45
Mounting Position...........................................................................................45
Text Display Mode..........................................................................................45
LED Spacing Mode ........................................................................................46
LED Spacing ..................................................................................................47
End Distance..................................................................................................47
LED Sensitivity...............................................................................................47
TSIP Guidance Settings ......................................................................................47
Pattern............................................................................................................47
Headlands......................................................................................................47
Swath Direction..............................................................................................48
Contour Log Interval.......................................................................................48
LED Display Mode..........................................................................................48
Show Error .....................................................................................................48
Show Correction.............................................................................................48
Look-Ahead....................................................................................................48
Swath Width...................................................................................................48
Antenna Offset ...............................................................................................48
Operating The Display ..............................................................................................49
GPS Diagnostics..................................................................................................49
GPS Advanced Tab.............................................................................................49
TSIP Receiver Tab ..............................................................................................50
Omnistar Tab.......................................................................................................51
Diagnostic Button.................................................................................................52
Autopilot Diagnostics...........................................................................................53
Autopilot Interface.....................................................................................................54
Autopilot Setup ....................................................................................................54
NMEA Diagnostic Port Settings......................................................................56
Vehicle Profile Management.....................................................................................56
Autopilot Vehicle Configuration Profile Management ..........................................56
Naming Vehicle Profiles.......................................................................................57
Restoring Vehicle Configuration Profiles.............................................................58
Exporting Vehicle Configuration Profiles .............................................................58
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Importing Vehicle Configuration Profiles............................................................. 59
Removing Vehicle Configuration Profiles............................................................ 59
Autopilot Functions................................................................................................... 60
Autopilot Tab and Lightbar.................................................................................. 60
Using the Lightbar .............................................................................................. 61
Autopilot Trim and Nudge Settings ..................................................................... 62
Nudge Settings ............................................................................................. 62
Trim Settings ................................................................................................. 63
Autopilot Guidance Options ................................................................................ 63
Autopilot Re-Mark A....................................................................................... 64
Shift Pattern................................................................................................... 65
Adjust Autopilot Steering .................................................................................... 66
Autopilot Guidance Operation............................................................................. 66
About Guidance Patterns............................................................................... 66
Center Pivot................................................................................................... 68
Pattern Import/Export.......................................................................................... 69
Set New Pattern............................................................................................. 70
Pause and Resume a Pattern........................................................................ 71
Save Pattern.................................................................................................. 72
Load Pattern.................................................................................................. 72
Reset Existing Pattern .................................................................................. 73
Reset New Pattern......................................................................................... 73
Remove Patterns........................................................................................... 74
Tillage
Tillage Setup Tabs.................................................................................................... 75
Configuration....................................................................................................... 75
Configuration Tab Buttons .................................................................................. 75
Adding a New Configuration ............................................................................... 76
Configuration Settings......................................................................................... 77
Calibrate Distance............................................................................................... 77
AutoSwath Sensitivity Settings................................................................................. 78
Vehicle Configuration ............................................................................................... 79
Vehicle Tab Buttons............................................................................................ 79
Adding A New Vehicle......................................................................................... 80
GPS Offsets........................................................................................................ 80
Implement Configuration .......................................................................................... 81
Implement Tab Buttons....................................................................................... 81
Adding A New Implement.................................................................................... 82
Implement Offsets............................................................................................... 82
Run Screen Operation.............................................................................................. 82
Run Screen Buttons............................................................................................ 82
Run Screen - Main Tabs........................................................................................... 84
Tillage Tab..................................................................................................... 84
Field Notes Tab ............................................................................................. 84
Map Tab......................................................................................................... 84
Field Button (While Not Logging).............................................................................. 84
Region Button........................................................................................................... 85
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Field Button While Logging.......................................................................................85
Display Items.............................................................................................................86
Automatic Swath Control, Run Screen Operation.....................................................86
Tillage Coverage Map...............................................................................................87
Planting
Planting Setup Tabs..................................................................................................89
Configuration .......................................................................................................89
Configuration Tab Buttons...................................................................................89
Creating A New Configuration...................................................................................90
Configuration Basics............................................................................................90
Adding A New Area Logging (Site Verification) Configuration.............................91
Adding A New Rate Control/ Logging Configuration............................................92
Adding a Multi-Variety Planting Configuration.....................................................93
Adding an Additional Equipment Configuration...................................................96
Configuration Settings .........................................................................................97
Automatic Swath Control Settings.......................................................................98
Row Shutoff Look-Ahead Numbers................................................................99
AutoSwath Notes............................................................................................99
Checking AutoSwath Performance for Row Shutoff.......................................99
Fixing Overplanting and Underplanting in AutoSwath ..............................100
Calibrate Distance .............................................................................................100
Auxiliary Input Settings (Switch Mapping) .........................................................101
Auxiliary Input Settings Window...................................................................101
Add Auxiliary Input Settings .........................................................................102
Vehicle Tab.............................................................................................................103
Vehicle Tab Settings..........................................................................................103
Adding A New Vehicle.......................................................................................103
Vehicle Tab - Advanced Settings............................................................................104
GPS Offsets.......................................................................................................104
Implement Tab........................................................................................................105
Implement Tab Settings.....................................................................................105
Adding A New Implement..................................................................................106
Implement Tab - Advanced Settings.......................................................................107
Swath Section Offsets .......................................................................................107
Controller Tab .........................................................................................................108
Controller Tab Settings......................................................................................108
Controller Settings for Stepper Seed Rate Motor Drives...................................108
Controller Settings for Hydraulic Seed Control..................................................109
Hydraulic Seed Controller Settings for Specific Planters ....................110
Hydraulic Seed Meter Calibration Numbers.................................................111
.....................................................................................................................112
Controller Settings - Auxiliary Tab................................................................112
Gear Ratio Calculations for Seed Rate Motors..................................................113
Gear Ratio Drawing - For Single Motor Drive...............................................113
Gear Ratio Drawing - For Multiple Drive Combinations ...............................114
Seed Ratio Calculation Example Procedure................................................114
Gear Ratio Drawing - For John Deere Pro-Shaft™ Drives...........................115
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Adding A New Controller................................................................................... 116
Product................................................................................................................... 117
Product Tab Settings......................................................................................... 117
Adding A New Product...................................................................................... 117
Import Product................................................................................................... 118
Edit Legend and Edit Info.................................................................................. 118
Edit Legend.................................................................................................. 118
Edit Info........................................................................................................ 119
Machine-Specific Configurations (For SeedCommand™)...................................... 119
Row Shutoff Configuration...................................................................................... 119
Hydraulic Seed Control Checklist........................................................................... 122
Hydraulic Seed Control Configuration............................................................... 123
Stepper Seed Rate Control Checklist..................................................................... 124
Stepper Seed Rate Control Configuration......................................................... 125
Seed Tube Monitor Module.................................................................................... 126
Seed Tube Monitor Module Configuration ........................................................ 126
Seed Tube Monitor Module Setup .................................................................... 128
Seed Tube Sensor Configuration ................................................................ 129
Seed Monitor Sensor Selection................................................................... 129
Seed Monitor Alarms................................................................................... 130
KINZE Planter Monitor............................................................................................ 130
KINZE Population Monitor Configuration.......................................................... 131
KINZE Planter Monitor Setup............................................................................ 133
KINZE Planter Configuration............................................................................. 134
KINZE Planter Sensor Configuration ................................................................ 135
Muxbus Sensor Detection (for KINZE Planter Monitor) .................................... 136
Sensor Information (for KINZE Planter Monitor)...............................................138
KINZE Seed Monitor Alarms............................................................................ 139
KINZE Magnetic Coil Speed Sensor Calibration............................................... 139
KINZE EdgeVac Calibration.............................................................................. 140
Run Screen Operation............................................................................................ 140
Run Screen Buttons.......................................................................................... 140
Run Screen Main Tabs........................................................................................... 141
Seed Tab (for KINZE Population Monitor)................................................... 141
Seed Tab (For Seed Tube Monitor Module)................................................ 141
Planting Tab (for Site Verification) .............................................................. 141
Planting Tab (for Row Shutoff) .................................................................... 142
Planting Tab (for Stepper Seed Control) ..................................................... 142
Planting Tab (for Hydraulic Seed Control)................................................... 142
Field Notes Tab ........................................................................................... 142
Map Tab....................................................................................................... 142
Area and Rate Logging/ Control............................................................................. 142
Planting Tab - Site Verification .................................................................... 142
Planting Flow Meter (Shaft Speed Sensor) ................................................. 143
Serial Controlled Planting............................................................................ 143
Multiple Implement Configurations .............................................................. 143
Target Rate.................................................................................................. 143
Field Button (While Not Logging)............................................................................ 144
Region Button......................................................................................................... 144
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Field Button While Logging.....................................................................................145
Site Verification Display Items.................................................................................145
Rate Control/ Logging Display Items.................................................................146
Viewable Maps........................................................................................................146
Map Legend............................................................................................................147
Rate Legend......................................................................................................147
Variety Legend Selections.................................................................................148
Run Screen Operations for specific configurations.................................................148
Row Shutoff, Run Screen Operation ......................................................................148
Hydraulic Seed Control on Run Screen..................................................................149
Planter Control for Hydraulic Seed Control........................................................149
Hydraulic Seed Control Seed Meter Calibration Numbers...........................149
Hydraulic Seed Control Seed Meter Calibration................................................151
Seed Meter Prime (Hydraulic Seed Control feature).........................................152
Stepper Seed Rate Control, Run Screen Operation...............................................153
Stepper Seed Rate Planter Control ..................................................................153
Calibrating the Stepper Seed Rate Meter..........................................................154
Seed Tube Monitor on Run Screen.........................................................................156
Seed Tube Monitor Options...............................................................................157
KINZE Population Monitor on Run Screen..............................................................157
KINZE Planter Monitor Options .........................................................................159
Diagnostic Button....................................................................................................159
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................161
Zero Flow Offset Variation.................................................................................161
Stepper Seed Control Meter Alarms..................................................................162
Alarms on KINZE Planter Monitor......................................................................163
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Application
Miscellaneous Items Reference..............................................................................167
Application Setup Tabs...........................................................................................167
Configuration .....................................................................................................167
Creating A New Configuration.................................................................................168
Configuration Tab Buttons.................................................................................168
Configuration Tab - Advanced Settings ..................................................................169
Advanced Settings Overview.............................................................................169
Configuration Settings ......................................................................................170
Speed Input Settings .........................................................................................171
Calibrate Distance .............................................................................................171
Automatic Swath Control Settings.....................................................................172
AutoSwath Notes..........................................................................................173
Auxiliary Input Settings (DirectCommand).........................................................173
Add Auxiliary Input Settings .........................................................................174
Fence Row Nozzle Indicators.......................................................................174
Vehicle Configuration Tab.......................................................................................175
Vehicle Tab Settings ....................................................................................175
Adding a New Vehicle........................................................................................175
Vehicle Tab - Advanced Settings ...........................................................................176
GPS Offsets.......................................................................................................176
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Implement Configuration Tab................................................................................. 177
Implement Tab Settings............................................................................... 177
Adding a New Implement ....................................................................................... 178
Adding A Container...................................................................................... 179
Implement Tab - Advanced Settings ...................................................................... 179
Swath Section Offsets....................................................................................... 179
Controller Tab ........................................................................................................ 180
Controller Tab Settings ..................................................................................... 180
Adding a New Controller................................................................................... 180
New Controller Product Notes.....................................................................181
Controller Tab - Advanced Settings........................................................................ 182
Granular Spinner Spreader Settings................................................................. 182
Spinner Spreader Settings - Fan Frame & Feed Gate Actuator ....................... 183
Liquid DirectCommand Controller Settings....................................................... 184
Direct Injection Controller Settings.................................................................... 184
Product Tab............................................................................................................ 185
Product Tab Buttons ......................................................................................... 185
Product Options...................................................................................................... 186
Product Settings..................................................................................................... 186
Product Type description........................................................................................ 186
Single Component Product Types .................................................................... 187
Single Component Fertilizer Products............................................................... 187
Adding A New Product...................................................................................... 188
Import Product................................................................................................... 189
Restricted Use Pesticide Setup.............................................................................. 190
Tank Mix Setup....................................................................................................... 191
Dry (Granular) Fertilizer Blend Setup.....................................................................193
Machine Specific Configurations............................................................................ 195
Adding a Serial-Controlled Single Product Configuration ................................. 195
Adding a Single Product Application with Flow Meter....................................... 197
Adding a Multiproduct Configuration for DirectCommand and a Serial Controller199
Adding a Direct Injection Configuration............................................................. 202
Priming an Injection Pump................................................................................ 206
Calibrating an Injection Pump........................................................................... 207
Configuring Self-Propelled Sprayer (DirectCommand) .....................................208
Granular Spinner (DirectCommand)....................................................................... 210
Configuring A Spinner Spreader....................................................................... 210
Strip-Till Configuration (for Multiple Products) .................................................. 212
NORAC UC5 Setup................................................................................................ 215
NORAC UC5 Setup window.............................................................................. 215
NORAC UC5 Setup window........................................................................215
NORAC non-user menu............................................................................... 216
Automatic Setup .......................................................................................... 216
Retune......................................................................................................... 216
Minimum Height Settings............................................................................. 217
Run Screen Operation............................................................................................ 217
Run Screen Buttons - General.......................................................................... 217
Run Screen Buttons - Site Verification.............................................................. 218
Run Screen Buttons - DirectCommand............................................................. 218
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Field Button (While Not Logging)............................................................................219
Field Button (While Logging)...................................................................................220
Run Screen - Main Tabs.........................................................................................221
Application Tab - Site Verification ...............................................................221
Application Tab - Flow Meter........................................................................221
Application Tab - Serial Controller................................................................221
Direct Command Run Screen Examples...........................................................221
Application Tab - Liquid Application for DirectCommand.............................221
Application Tab - Spinner Spreader.............................................................221
Application Tab - Strip Till ...........................................................................222
Application Tab - Direct Injection..................................................................222
Boom Height Tab - NORAC UC5 Spray Height Controller...........................222
General Application Tabs ..................................................................................222
Field Notes Tab............................................................................................222
Map Tab.......................................................................................................222
NORAC UC5 Run Screen Environment..................................................................222
Boom Height Tab...............................................................................................222
Boom Height Control Options............................................................................223
Rate Control/Logging Display Items........................................................................225
Viewable Maps........................................................................................................226
Map Legend............................................................................................................226
OptRx Crop Sensor Module....................................................................................228
About OptRx......................................................................................................228
Remote Sensing Explained ...............................................................................228
How the Active Light Sensor Works ..................................................................228
OptRx Sensor Cable Installation........................................................................228
OptRx Installation Checklist .........................................................................228
OptRx Crop Sensor Configuration.....................................................................228
Create an OptRx V.I. Reference Value..............................................................230
Scan a Reference Strip................................................................................230
Recording a Reference Value......................................................................230
Crop Sensor Settings.........................................................................................232
Crop Sensor Tab settings..................................................................................232
Crop Sensor Setup.......................................................................................233
Sensor Setup................................................................................................234
Granular Application Controls.................................................................................234
Spinner Spreader...............................................................................................234
Spinner Spreader Application Rate Control Tab..........................................234
Spinner Spreader Control Settings...............................................................235
Spinner Spreader Control Product Settings.................................................236
Spinner Spreader Static Conveyor Calibration.............................................237
Spinner Spreader In-Field Conveyor Calibration..........................................238
Spinner Spreader Chain Lube......................................................................238
Strip-Till...................................................................................................................239
Strip Till Application Rate Control Tab...............................................................239
Strip Till Control Settings...................................................................................240
Static CFR Calibration Procedure (Strip-Till)................................................240
In-field CFR Calibration Procedure (Strip-Till)..............................................241
Liquid Application Controls......................................................................................242
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Liquid Control Application Rate Tab.................................................................. 242
Automatic Swath Control........................................................................................ 243
Automatic Swath Control, Run Screen Operation............................................. 243
Application Reporting ............................................................................................. 244
Report Settings ................................................................................................. 244
Entering Report Details..................................................................................... 244
Creating A Smart Report™ .............................................................................. 245
Manually Creating Application Reports............................................................. 246
Viewing Smart Reports ..................................................................................... 247
Viewing Smart Reports on your PC............................................................. 247
Viewing Smart Reports on the Display........................................................248
Control Channel Report Content ................................................................. 248
Region Summary Report Content................................................................ 249
Liquid Container Level Tracking............................................................................. 249
Liquid Container Level Monitoring At Run Screen............................................ 249
Fill/Empty Events .............................................................................................. 250
Variable Rate Product Application.......................................................................... 252
Variable Rate File Basics.................................................................................. 252
Rx File Formats................................................................................................. 253
Irx File Use for Multiple Product Application ..................................................... 253
Tgt File Use for Single Product Variable Rate Application................................ 255
Shape File Conversion...................................................................................... 255
System Diagnostic Button ...................................................................................... 257
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................... 258
Troubleshooting DirectCommand Liquid Applications ...................................... 258
Boom indicators on the run screen do not turn blue.................................... 258
Boom indicators on the Run screen of the display turn blue, but the booms do not
open. 259
Boom valves pause up to 5 seconds before turning on by manual control. 259
Booms will not turn on when the foot pedal is on. ....................................... 259
No “As Applied” rate .................................................................................... 259
Rate is erratic............................................................................................... 259
Erratic behavior from the flow meter and boom valves................................ 259
No boom pressure at the start of the field.................................................... 259
AutoSwath feature not shown...................................................................... 260
AutoSwath checked on, but booms will not turn on..................................... 260
Booms turn on in the middle of the pass. .................................................... 260
Rate not responding (error flashing)............................................................ 260
Booms turn on when outside of the boundary............................................. 260
Booms turn on for a split second in the headlands...................................... 260
Troubleshooting Direct Injection Configurations ............................................... 261
Direct Injection: Pump Doesn’t Run ............................................................ 262
Direct Injection: Pump Runs Full Speed ..................................................... 263
Direct Injection: Application Error ............................................................... 264
Direct Injection: Discharge Flow Sensor Error............................................. 264
Direct Injection: Inlet Restriction..................................................................265
Troubleshooting DirectCommand Granular Applications.................................. 265
Run screen Granular channel(s) green light spreader indicator will not turn on265
Master switch will not turn on when the foot pedal is on.............................. 265
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AutoSwath turns on the booms too fast or too slow.....................................265
AutoSwath feature is not shown...................................................................265
AutoSwath is checked on, but the spreader will not turn on.........................265
Conveyor turns off in the middle of the pass................................................266
Total Applied does not match Actual Weight Applied...................................266
Rate not responding.....................................................................................266
Troubleshooting Serial Control Applications (Liquid and Granular)...................266
Rate changes on the display, but not on the controlled console..................266
Troubleshooting Serial Control Applications (Liquid Only) ................................266
The display rate and serial-controlled rate do not match .............................266
Troubleshooting Serial Control Applications (Granular Only)............................266
The display rate and serial-controlled rate do not match .............................266
Glossary of Application Settings .............................................................................267
Configuration settings...................................................................................267
Speed Input Settings....................................................................................267
Automatic Swath Control Settings................................................................267
Auxiliary Input Settings.................................................................................268
Controller Settings........................................................................................268
Controller Settings: Direct Injection Pump Calibration .................................269
Field Notes...................................................................................................269
Run Screen ..................................................................................................270
Fertilizer Default Product Settings ....................................................................271
Fertilizer Default Product Settings (continued) .................................................272
John Deere Specific Instructions.......................................................................272
Control Valve Settings.......................................................................................273
Liquid Product Control Valve Configuration Options....................................273
Servo Control Valve Settings (By Manufacturer) ..............................................274
Control Valve Settings for Self-Propelled Sprayers ..........................................275
Liquid Servo Settings Description......................................................................277
Liquid PWM Control Valve Settings Description................................................278
Spinner Spreader Servo Settings Description...................................................278
Spinner Spreader PWM Control Valve Settings Description.............................279
Spinner Speed PWM Valve Settings Description..............................................279
Dickey John NH3 Conversions ...............................................................................280
Conversion Formulas.........................................................................................280
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Harvest
Grain Harvest Setup Tabs.......................................................................................281
Configuration .....................................................................................................281
Configuration Tab Buttons.................................................................................281
Adding A New Configuration..............................................................................282
AutoSwath Sensitivity Settings................................................................................283
Combine Tab...........................................................................................................284
Combine Tab Buttons........................................................................................284
Adding A New Combine.....................................................................................285
Calibrate Distance .............................................................................................285
GPS Offsets.......................................................................................................286
Header Tab.............................................................................................................287
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Header Tab Buttons.......................................................................................... 287
Adding a New Header....................................................................................... 288
Calibrating The Header Sensor......................................................................... 289
Header Offset......................................................................................................... 290
Crops Tab............................................................................................................... 291
Crops Tab Buttons
................................................................................................................291
Adding A New Crop........................................................................................... 292
Adding Additional New Varieties....................................................................... 293
Edit Legend....................................................................................................... 293
Grain Harvest Calibration Tab................................................................................ 294
Calibration Tab Buttons..................................................................................... 294
Weight Calibration............................................................................................. 295
Pre-Calibration Checklist.............................................................................295
Calibration Procedure.................................................................................. 295
Adding a New Calibration....................................................................................... 297
Run Screen Operation............................................................................................ 298
Run screen buttons........................................................................................... 298
Run Screen Main Tabs........................................................................................... 299
Harvest Tab................................................................................................. 299
Field Notes Tab ........................................................................................... 299
Map Tab....................................................................................................... 299
Field Button (While Not Logging)...................................................................... 300
Region Selection............................................................................................... 300
Field Button (While Logging)............................................................................. 303
Display Items..................................................................................................... 303
Automatic Swath Control, Run Screen Operation............................................. 304
Viewable Maps.................................................................................................. 305
Map Legend...................................................................................................... 306
System Diagnostic Button ...................................................................................... 307
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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
COMPANY PROFILE
ABOUT US
Welcome to the Ag Leader Technology family. Ag Leader Technology, Inc. is the global leader in
yield monitor and precision farming systems and is committed to meeting the present and future needs
of the agriculture industry by providing high quality products and first class customer support.
INNOVATION
Ag Leader Technology manufactures and sells products which support a wide array of precision
farming practices. These include grain and cotton yield monitoring, application rate control and
monitoring, variable rate fertilizer application, site-verification, GPS guidance and interface to Autopilot
technologies.
COMPATIBILITY
Ag Leader Technology offers compatibility and supports integration of many different types and brands
of equipment used for precision farming. The latest equipment available is supported as well as older
series of combines, cotton pickers, planters, sprayers, tillage equipment, etc.
GENERAL INFORMATION
QUALITY AND SUPPORT
Ag Leader Technology stands behind its products with a two-year warranty and continues to provide
the best customer support in the industry. Precision farming doesn't come without questions. Ag Leader
is committed to providing the most responsive, knowledgeable and friendly technical support available.
Our technical support team is available seven days a week during peak seasons to answer your
questions on the operation of Ag Leader products.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Feel free to call and discuss:
• Operational questions about the display
• Features you would like to see implemented to improve the system
• Features you would like to see added to the system to increase functionality
ABOUT THE DISPLAY
The display is a GPS-compatible universal monitor/controller for use in crop production and protection. It
can easily be transferred between multiple vehicles through out the growing season to maximize your
return on investment cost.
The display has its own internal memory for recording GPS and logging all information collected during
various field activities. The display internal memory differs from other traditional systems in that no
external data card is needed for in-field data collection.
The display has been built to withstand the harsh environment associated with today's agricultural
industry. The weather-tight enclosure is designed to seal out any dirt and moisture that is encountered
during normal operating conditions.
Note: The card door slot must be fully closed for the display to remain weather-tight
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Service
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the display. Contact Ag Leader Technical Support for a
Return Material Authorization (RMA).
ph: (515) 232-5363
FAX: (515) 232-3595
e-mail: support@agleader.com
CAUTION: This display has an internal lithium coin cell battery and an internal nickel metal hydride battery.
There is a risk of explosion if either battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
Display Uses
• Grain yield monitoring
• Hybrid variety tracking
• Liquid spray system control
• AutoSwath™ boom section control
• NH3 application control
• Granular and liquid fertilizer application
• Multiple product application
• Mapping tillage operations
• Mapping and logging product application
• Mapping of all field boundaries, sub-boundaries, waterways and terraces
• Split planter data mapping and recording
• Autopilot steering control
Note: For a complete description of all supported file types and their uses, see “InSightVision File Formats”
on page 173.
Features
• Large 10.4-inch display
• Sunlight -readable screen
• Large internal memory
• Rugged sealed enclosure
• On-screen help with detailed operating and configuration information
• Compatible with most NMEA GPS receivers
• Direct access keys give you one-touch access to home, setup, summary/report, and run screens
• DirectCommand product control using industry-standard CAN-bus interface
• Adjustable volume control
• Backed by a 2-year warranty
Data Card Usage
The display uses a compact flash card for transferring data in and out of the display. The display is
compatible with all current card sizes; 64 MB is the minimum recommended size for use with the display.
Color Touch Screen
The display features a 10.4 inch color touch screen display. The touch screen allows easy and intuitive
navigation through the screens on the display without the need for any external keypad or mouse
devices. Here are a few key things to remember if you are new to using a touch screen device.
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Do not use any sharp objects for running the touch screen device, this could result in damage to the
display. Using the tip of a finger is the recommended method of operating the display touch screen.
Do not use any harsh chemicals to clean the touch screen. Using a damp soft cloth or an anti-static wipe
made specifically for cleaning computer displays is the correct way to clean the screen and the
enclosure.
The touch screen requires only a gentle touch of about 1/2 second in duration to operate correctly.
A common mistake new users make is to try to navigate too quickly through the display using firm taps
instead of gentle presses on the display screen.
CAN-bus Technology
The display uses Controller Area Network (CAN) technology. CAN systems are comprised of individual
modules, each with their own high speed processor, connected through a high-speed communications
cable. CAN has many benefits including greater ability to configure and expand the system,
compatibility, simpler installs with less wiring and increased system dependability. The display is not
compatible with previous Ag Leader Technology yield monitor systems. New cabling and sensors are
required when upgrading to the display.
Technical Specifications
Do not exceed the specifications below:
• Storage Temperature: -22° F to 158° F (-30° C to +70° C)
• Operating Temperature: 14° F to 149° F ( -10° C to +65° C)
• Operating Input Voltage: - 9 - 6 V DC
GENERAL INFORMATION
CAUTION: Exceeding these specifications may result in degraded operation and/or damage to the display.
Upgrades
Ag Leader Technology . will periodically provide operating program updates that will improve the
performance of your display. Required software updates will be available free of charge for download
from
www.agleader.com. On occasion major releases will be made available that have significant product
feature additions or enhancements. These optional software updates may have an additional fee
associated with them.
Product Registration
When registering your Ag Leader Technology products by one of the following methods, you can elect
to receive notice of any new product updates or features.
Register by mail: Ag Leader Technology
2202 South Riverside Dr
P.O. Box 2348
Ames, IA 50010
Register by Fax: 515-232-3595
Register at the Ag Leader Web site at
http://www.agleader.com
DIAGRAMS REFERENCE
To view detailed diagrams for various machine configurations, go to the Support Tab of the Ag Leader
Web site, which can be referenced via the following URL:
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http://www.agleader.com/support.php?Page=manuals/diagrams
Note: To view and/or print the diagrams, you will need the Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader .pdf file format.
The Adobe Reader software comes pre-installed on most personal computers. If Adobe Reader is not installed
on your computer the program is available for download at no charge. A link to the Adobe download site is
located at the Ag Leader Web site.
CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Cautions And Warnings
The user manual uses the following text formatting schemes to call attention to information related to
simplifying display operation and proper operating practices to prevent accidental data loss. If in doubt
about the results of performing an action or deleting an item from the display, back up all system files to
the external storage card prior to proceeding with the action.
Note: Provides informative tips to assist with system setup, calibration, and operation.
CAUTION: Indicates specific settings, calibrations, and procedures that must be followed for proper system
performance and operation.
WARNING: Indicates specific instructions to avoid accidental loss of data and system configurations
settings.
Cross-References And Web Links
Throughout this manual, numerous cross-references are provided to other pages or sections. These
cross-references are always shown in blue, italic text; and list the title and page number as in the
following example: To see how to view this manual online, go to
you are viewing this manual in a .PDF format, you can click on this blue text and go directly to the link.
Links to web sites are shown in blue, italicized, and underlined text, as in the following example: To see
the Ag Leader Technology Web site, go to this Web link: www.agleader.com.
“Viewing this manual online” on page 4. If
Viewing this manual online
This user manual can be viewed online at Ag Leader’s Web site. To view an online version, go to the Ag
Leader Web site, and click the Support link. You should see a page titled “Manuals and Quick
Reference Sheets.” Click on the link titled InSight. Or, you may go directly to this web link:
http://www.agleader.com/support.php?Page=manuals
To view and/or print the User Manual online, you will need the Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader .pdf file
format. The Adobe Reader software comes pre-installed on most personal computers. If Adobe Reader
is not installed on your computer the program is available for download at no charge. A link to the Adobe
download site is located at:
http://www.agleader.com/support.php?Page=manuals/insight
How to find information you’re looking for
What do you do if you cannot find the information that you’re looking for? There are three different ways
at your disposal to find specific information quickly. These steps can include:
1. Look up the information in the Table of Content.
2. Look up the information in the section indexes that are located at the end of each manual section
(Planting, Tillage, Application, and Harvest).
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3. Use the Adobe Reader’s search function. While viewing this manual online in PDF format, press the
CTRL F buttons on your keyboard. A search menu should appear, and from here, you may enter in a
search term.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
All machine installation and mounting kits are shipped with instructions specific to that kit. Instructions
include special details relating to mounting, wiring and display configuration.
Mounting The Display
Mount the display to a secure support inside the vehicle cab. The following must be considered when
choosing a mounting location.
• The display must be readily accessible to the machine operator.
• The display must not obstruct the machine operator's normal driving view.
• The display must not interfere with or limit access to any of the existing machine controls.
• The CAN system cabling be routed and secured without interfering with existing machine controls.
WARNING: If drilling holes is required during the mounting process, care must be taken to insure that
damage is not done to existing vehicle wiring, mechanicals, or cab structure. Refer to vehicle manufacturer
documentation for specific details on your equipment. Follow all OEM instructions, cautions, and warnings
when working around equipment.
Display Hardware
GENERAL INFORMATION
Rear View of Display
1. Compact Flash Card Slot
The compact flash card slot has a sensor that
allows the display to know when the door is
open or closed. If the door is opened when a
card is in the display, an on-screen warning
will appear indicating when the card can
safely be removed. The display comes with a
compact flash card. The compact flash card
will be required to transfer files from the
display to a desktop computer.
2. Speaker
The built in speaker is used for audible
warnings. The speaker volume can be adjusted through the display setup routine.
3. 28-Pin Connector
The 28-Pin round connector contains CAN, RS-232 serial, and system power and ground connections.
4. Power/Reset Switch
The Power/Reset switch is used for turning the display on and off in installations where the system is
connected to a continuous power supply.
If the display ever stops responding, the manual power switch may be held in for five seconds to restart the
display. Only do this as a last resort, data loss could occur during times of improper shutdown.
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Fuse Installation and Replacement
a. 4000319-1
b. 2000452-4
c. Fuse Holder
Fuse Type: 3AG, 1/4 X 1-1/4., Fast Acting
Rating: 5A, 250 VAC
CAUTION: The fuse is to be placed in the fuse holder in-line with the battery power cable and used with the
display only.
POWER UP
The display comes with an AC power supply. Using the AC power supply, familiarize yourself with the
display features. We suggest taking the time to step through the initial configuration process with the aid
of this user guide prior to installing any of the display hardware in your equipment.
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SETUP
HOME SCREEN
The Home Screen will be shown each time the display is started. The table below describes the
functionality of each of the buttons present on the Home Screen.
Press to access the built-in user guide. Navigate the on-screen content using the forward
arrow, back arrow, and text hyperlinks.
SETUP
Press to access information on new products andfeatures.
Press to select a machine operator from the drop-down list. Machine operator information
will be logged with all field operations.
Press to copy all logged data files to the external storage card and remove from the
internal memory of the display.
Press to load program upgrade files from the external storage card.
Press to shut down the display.
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NAVIGATION BUTTONS
The display navigation buttons on the right edge of
the display are used to move between the different
areas within the display. The navigation button
functionality is consistent through out all different
modes of operation.
1. Home
Press to access the Home screen on the display. Options available at the Home screen are, Copy to Card,
Upgrade System, User Guide, Change Operator and Shut Down.
2. Setup
Press to access the menus and wizards used for display configuration. General setup item groups include,
Grower-Field Management, Field Notes, Display, and GPS configurations. Use specific setup item groups
include, Planting, Product Application, Tillage, and Harvest configurations.
3. Brightness
Press the Brightness Control to set display back light intensity to fit current operating conditions.
4. Summary
Press to display a summary screen showing totals for the current field operation you are performing.
5. Run
Press to launch the Run Screen. The Run Screen provides control of all field operations and the data logging
associated with, Harvest, Planting, Tillage, and Product Application.
RUN SCREEN COMMAND BUTTONS
Regardless of the current mode of operation,
these common buttons and the associated
functionality is always present at the run screen.
For more information on the Run Screen
command buttons, see
page 163.
“Run Screen Menu Tree” on
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1. DGPS
Displays the quality of GPS signal in use by the display. If both differential and GPS signals are available,
this button will display DGPS. If GPS is available without differential correction, the button will display GPS.
If neither GPS or differential signal is available, two dashed lines (--) will be displayed on the button. Press
the DGPS button to display detailed GPS and differential correction information. For more information, see
“GPS Diagnostics” on page 49
2. SYSTEM
Press to launch information screens that include various tabbed pages for display of system operating
status. These pages include statistics on memory usage, diagnostics, and readings from various sensors
and system components connected to the display.
3. REGION
A region is used to subdivide a field into smaller sections. The region that is currently being logged to is
shown below the Region button. A new region can be created at any time as you are performing a field
operation. To change between or add a new region to a field, press the Region button and follow the on
screen instructions.
Note: Regions and Fields are created in the Run Screens’ Grower/Field Management Setup and are both
discussed in greater detail within each Operation section of this manual (such as Application, Tillage, etc.).
4. FIELD
The field that is currently being logged to is shown below the Field button. To change Fields, press the Field
button and select the desired field. The Operating Configuration and Product are also selected during this
process.
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SETUP
RUN SCREEN DISPLAY AREA
The following tables describe the main features
and functionality of the Run screen. These
features remain constant between the different
modes of operation.
For more information on this Run Screen display
area, see
1. Legend
This area displays a choice of several legends appropriate to the type of field operation taking place. By
pressing the legend, a dialog is displayed that allows creating and saving custom legends.
2. Map Area
This area of the screen is dedicated to displaying the many different map objects available in the display.
Depending on the current field operation, one or more of the following different maps are made available.
• Field boundaries
• Crop yield and moisture
• Planter variety
• Field Notes marks
• Prescription maps
“Run Screen Menu Tree” on page 163.
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• Applied rate maps
• Product coverage maps
• Reference map
3. Swath Bar
This area of the Run Screen displays the current swath being harvested or applied. When operating in
Harvest mode, as shown in the figure above, width can be modified from the left or right to match the swath
width that is actually being harvested. When operating in Application Rate mode, this area will display
individual boom sections and their current status.
4. Control Tabs
Each Control Tab contains content specific to the current mode of operation. Examples of the various tabs
functionality include using the Field Notes feature, viewing and setting product control parameters, and
interaction with Ag Leader lightbars and Autopilot navigation controllers.
DISPLAY ITEMS AND AREA COUNT
5. Run Screen Display Items
This area of the screen displays the user's choice of
four different data items. The type of field operation
being performed determines what items are available
for selection. Any of the four display items can be
changed by pressing on that item and choosing a
different data item from a pop up list that is shown on
the display screen.
Examples of the different items made available are:
• Harvest:
• Yield
• Moisture
• Area
• Application Rate:
• Applied rate
• Applied area
• Total applied
6. Area Count Status
This button will be present when appropriate during harvest, planting, tillage operations and any other time data
is being logged to the display without controlling application rate. The button functions as a master area count
on/off switch. Area count can be turned on/off manually by pressing the button or will turn on/off automatically
when a header or implement switch is being used with the current operating configuration.
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GETTING STARTED
Entering Data Into the Display
The following control buttons are made available for entering names and calibration values into the
display.
An on-screen Keyboard is made available when appropriate
for use during all setup processes. Press the keyboard button
to access the on-screen text entry screen shown at the right.
An on-screen Numeric Keypad is made available for
changing configuration settings and calibration numbers.
Press the keypad button to access the on-screen numeric
entry screen shown at the right.
SETUP
SETUP TIPS
Setup Wizard Use
Most configuration of the display is accomplished by using
setup wizards. Setup wizards are a series of on-screen
dialogs that move the user through the configuration process
in a simple to follow step-by-step manner.
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Functionality
GENERAL SETUP
GENERAL SETUP OVERVIEW
Much of the functionality of the display is not available at the
Run Screen until the basic setup process is completed. Prior
to initial setup the Run Screen will look like the following
figure. Other than the information available under the DGPS
(--) and SYSTEM buttons no functionality will be present.
Required initial configuration steps include the following:
• Grower/Field Management Setup
• Equipment Operating Configuration Setup
• Product Setup
This section of the User Guide covers the setup items and
processes that are common to all operations within the
display. All setup screens and wizards are made available by
pressing on each of the buttons on the General Setup section
of the display. Below is a description of the basic functionality
of each of the main control buttons, with cross references to
more descriptive information.
Press to access the Management screen where Grower, Season, Field, and Machine
Operator are set up and edited. For more information, see “Grower And Field
Management Setup” on page 13.
Press to access the Field Notes function setup. Field Notes are tools that allow
marking points and logging data to those points while performing any field operations
while in the run screen. Settings related to automating product application reporting
are also contained in Field Notes setup. For more information, see “Field Setup” on
page 18; as well as “Field Notes Setup Screen” on page 22 and “Using Field Notes” on page 33.
Provides access to setting date/time, unit of measure settings, display owner
information setup, unlocking any optional features purchased with the display, as well
as some basic memory and storage card maintenance functionality. For more
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information, see “Display Setup” on page 26.
Press to configure Ag Leader Technology TSIP GPS receivers, lightbars and Autopilot
systems. For detailed information, see “GPS General Setup Tab” on page 37 and
“Autopilot Setup” on page 54.
ON SCREEN HELP
On screen help is made available by pressing the Help button in the upper right corner of the screen.
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GROWER AND FIELD MANAGEMENT SETUP
FIELD OPERATION DATA STORAGE
All data is stored in a hierarchical data structure for use within
the display and desktop GIS software packages. As needed,
the on-screen keyboard is made available for typing when
performing actions like naming Growers and Fields.
• Grower
The Grower tab is used to set up the businesses or people that own one or more farms. For more
information, see
• Season
The Season Tab is used to set up the crop season. The season is defined as the calendar year that the
crop, relating to the current field operation, will be harvested. For more information, see
Screen” on page 14
“Grower Setup Screen” on page 13
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“Season Setup
SETUP
• Field
The Field Tab is used to set up fields and all descriptive information relating to them. For more information,
see
“Field Setup Screen” on page 18
• Operator
The Operator Tab is used to set up machine operator and Certified Custom Applicator license information.
For more information, see
“Operator Setup Screen” on page 20
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SEASON SETUP
GROWER SETUP SCREEN
The Grower is a global setting that refers to the business or
person that the display is in operation for.
Contact information can also be entered for each Grower.
The Grower information will be passed into mapping
software for automatic Grower setup within desktop software.
• Grower List
Displays all Growers configured within the display.
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• Add button
Press to launch the software wizard used to create a new grower. For more information, see
Grower” on page 15
• Remove button
Press to remove a selected entry in the Grower list.
When the Remove button is pressed the following warning will be presented allowing the user to cancel the
remove process if desired.
WARNING: When removing a grower all data in the fields and regions relating to that grower
are also removed!
• Grower Information
This region of the screen displays all the optional information that is stored for a specific Grower.
• Edit button
Press to access a data entry screen for adding or editing the optional Grower information. For more
information, see
• Management Setup File (MSF)
Displays the Import button used for .MSF files.
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“Adding or Editing Grower Personal Information” on page 16
.
“Adding A New
• Import button
Press to import a Management Setup File (.MSF) of Grower, Farm and Field information exported from
desktop software and stored on your Compact Flash Card. For more information, see
Management Setup File” on page 16
.
“Importing A
SEASON SETUP SCREEN
A season is defined as the calendar year that the crop will be
harvested. Creating a season and setting it to active is
required prior to the display logging any data.
• Summary list box
Displays a list of all seasons set up in the display.
• New Season
Press to create a new season. When a new season is created, it is set to active by default. No data will be
logged to any inactive seasons that are present in the display.
• Edit Name
Press to edit the name of the season currently selected in the summary list box.
• Set Active
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Press to set the season selected in the Summary list box to the active season.
Note: All data is logged to the active season.
• Remove
Press to remove the season that is currently selected in the Summary list box.
WARNING: All the data pertaining to operations, regions, and maps for a season will be removed when the
season is removed.
• New Season Reminder
Press to set the date that the display will prompt the user to create a new season.
GROWER SETUP
ADDING A NEW GROWER
The following screen shots represent the steps involved with setting up a new Grower.
1. Select Grower
After pressing the Add button on the Grower screen, the Select
Grower dialog is shown. The drop down list box displays all
businesses within the display and makes them available for
selection as a Grower. If the Grower is not present in the display
as a business contact or machine operator, press the New button
to start the process of adding new grower information.
SETUP
2. Business/Person Setup
Because in most cases Growers are Business or Farm owners,
the first step of the setup process asks that a Business Name be
entered into the display. On the rare occasion that the grower is
neither a business or farm owner, it is recommended that the
person's first and last name be entered as a Business Name.
After entering the Business Name into the display, press Next
to proceed to the final step in the setup process.
Note: If you are using desktop software, it is recommended that you use the same names as in the software.
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3. Business/Person Setup
Enter the first and last name to be used as a contact for the
Grower information then press Finish to complete the new
Grower setup process.
ADDING OR EDITING GROWER PERSONAL INFORMATION
1. Accessing the Edit Screen
Select a Grower from the Grower List and press the Edit button
to enter or edit any of the data displayed in the Grower
Information frame.
2. Personal Information Data Entry
After pressing the desired control button, the on-screen keyboard
or numeric keypad will show to allow data entry into the display.
Press OK to complete the process.
Note: Information on the screen can be added or edited at any time.
IMPORTING A MANAGEMENT SETUP FILE
A Management Setup File (.msf) is a file format that allows the display to import Grower and Field
information from desktop software via a Compact Flash Card. Follow the process outlined below to
import desktop software information from your Compact Flash Card.
Note: When importing management items from an .MSF setup file, the imported data will always update or
be added to existing management data and will not overwrite it.
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