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Operator's Manual

VarioGuide

VarioGuide Novatel VarioGuide Trimble

Marktoberdorf AGCO GmbH - Johann-Georg-Fendt-Str. 4 - D-87616

Marktoberdorf FENDT is a worldwide brand of AGCO © AGCO 2015 Original Operator's Manual

November 2015

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EAME

English

Dear Customer

Please note the following:

• Before using the tractor, carefully read through this operator’s manual and familiarize yourself with all operating controls and their functions before you begin work. This also applies to the operator's manual for implements.

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Observe all the operating and maintenance instructions. If you do so, your tractor will give you many years of economic and trouble-free operation. You will find an overview of all maintenance operations in the maintenance schedule in this maintenance manual.

• Maintenance and repair work should only be carried out at your service workshop.

Disregarding the symbols and the associated safety instructions—which are divided into three hazard levels—can lead to considerable damage to the tractor, the mounted implements or other property. Adhering to the safety instructions is also required in order to prevent such damage from occurring.

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Proper use of VarioGuide

This tractor is designed exclusively for normal agricultural operations or suchlike, e.g. municipal applications. Any other type of use is considered unauthorized. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage resulting from such use, which will be entirely at the owner's risk.

Authorized use also includes observing the operating, maintenance and repair conditions set out by the manufacturer in order to protect your claims under warranty if necessary.

Special attention must be paid to safety instructions marked with this symbol, as well as the words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION.

Operation, maintenance and repair of the tractor are restricted to persons who are familiar with this equipment and aware of the inherent dangers.

The relevant accident prevention regulations must be observed, as must as any generally acknowledged safety, industrial medicine and traffic regulations. The manufacturer does not accept liability for damage resulting from unauthorized modifications to the machine.

Since it is working equipment, the tractor is not suitable for taking on board or transporting children and young persons. If children or young persons are nonetheless present in the tractor, the operator must be aware that they require strict supervision. It must be impossible for any children and young persons on board to operate the technical controls on the tractor or any equipment mounted on it. Under no circumstances may children or young persons remain alone in the cab when the operator leaves the tractor.

Disclaimer

AGCO-Fendt accepts no responsibility or liability for damage to property, injury to persons or death caused by improper or negligent use of its products, including the VarioGuide system and its components. AGCO moreover accepts no responsibility for the use of AGCO implements or of the GNSS signal for purposes other than those intended.

AGCO is also unable to guarantee the accuracy, integrity, continuity or availability of the GNSS signal. When operating the VarioGuide system, it is the operator's responsibility to exercise general caution and navigation-related judgment.

The following pages contain specific safety precautions that must be read before using VarioGuide products and observed during their use.

NOTE:

When third-party way line guidance systems are used with Fendt equipment, AGCO Fendt shall exclude any warranty or liability for damage to property, injury to persons or death.

The information contained herein is protected by copyright by AGCO. In the case of the names of companies and products specified here, these may be registered brand names or trademarks of the relevant owner.

The duplication of this document, or parts thereof, in any form and in any way is forbidden without express written agreement from AGCO. No part of this document may be quoted by persons who are not employed by AGCO without written approval from AGCO. AGCO reserves the right to make changes to the information contained in this document without prior notice.

Although this document has been prepared with the utmost care, AGCO shall not be held liable for any mistakes or omissions. No liability shall be accepted for damages in connection with the use of this information.

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Up-to-date at the time of going to press

The high safety and quality level of the FENDT machines is ensured by constant development work on designs, equipment and accessories. We would therefore ask you to bear in mind that changes in form, equipment or technology may be required at any time. The details of delivery, appearance, technical data and functions of the machine is only correct at the time of going to press It may not be possible to deliver some of the equipment until later, or it may only be offered in certain markets. No claims may be derived from the information, illustrations or descriptions contained in this instruction sheet.

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VarioGuide

1 Introduction ..............................................................11

1.1 Delivery of VarioGuide system ......................................13

1.2 OPERATOR'S MANUAL FENDT VarioGuide ...........................14

2 Safety instructions ........................................................15

2.1 Safety and accident prevention regulations ..........................17

2.1.1 Marking of places that affect your safety ................................17

2.1.2 Advice for the operator .............................................17

2.1.3 Safe operating environment .........................................18

2.1.4 Switching off in an emergency situation ................................18

3 VarioGuide definitions and specifications ...................................19

3.1 Definitions .........................................................21

3.1.1 GNSS and correction signal ..........................................21

3.1.2 Satellite reception ................................................21

3.1.3 Signal interruption ................................................23

3.1.4 Static and dynamic accuracy (satellite drift) ..............................23

3.1.5 Convergence time ................................................23

3.1.6 Conditions of use and application possibilities ............................23

3.1.7 Restrictions .....................................................23

3.1.8 Switch-off limits .................................................24

3.2 Specification .......................................................25

3.2.1 Topcon accuracy specifications .......................................25

3.2.2 Trimble accuracy specifications .......................................25

4 Quick Start ...............................................................27

4.1 VarioGuide menu tree ..............................................29

4.2 VarioGuide info ....................................................31

4.3 Vario-Guide Main Menu .............................................32

4.4 Implement selection ................................................34

4.5 Field Settings ......................................................36

4.6 Steering behavior ..................................................38

4.7 Signal settings .....................................................39

4.8 System info .......................................................40

5 Map view .................................................................41

5.1 Overview ..........................................................43

5.1.1 Map view menu tree ..............................................43

5.1.2 Map view ......................................................43

5.2 Display ............................................................45

5.2.1 Full screen .....................................................45

5.2.2 Zoom .........................................................46

5.2.3 Info bar ........................................................46

5.2.4 Steering status ..................................................47

5.2.5 Novatel bar indicator, Trimble ........................................47

5.3 Functions ..........................................................49

5.3.1 Set markers .....................................................49

5.3.2 Marker settings ..................................................50

5.3.3 Worked area settings ..............................................50

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6 VarioGuide components and calibrations ...................................53

6.1 Calibrations ........................................................55

6.1.1 Calibrate steering angle sensor and steering valve .........................55

7 Start-up ..................................................................63

7.1 Load implement ....................................................65

7.1.1 Caution ........................................................65

7.1.2 Load implement settings (7" terminal) ..................................65

7.1.3 Load implement settings (10.4" terminal) ................................66

7.2 Create implement ..................................................67

7.2.1 Call up implement settings on 7" .....................................67

7.2.2 Call up implement settings on 10.4" ...................................68

7.2.3 Front-mounted implement ..........................................69

7.2.3.1 Install front-mounted implement ...............................69

7.2.3.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling

length ........................................................70

7.2.3.3 Set the working width of the front-mounted implement ..............71

7.2.3.4 Set the navigation point of the front-mounted implement .............72

7.2.3.5 Set the coupling length for the front-mounted implement ............73

7.2.3.6 Set the center of the front-mounted implement ....................74

7.2.3.7 Set the trigger for the front-mounted implement ...................75

7.2.4 Rear-mounted implement ...........................................76

7.2.4.1 Install rear-mounted implement ................................76

7.2.4.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling

length ........................................................77

7.2.4.3 Set the navigation point of the rear-mounted implement ..............78

7.2.4.4 Set the coupling length for the rear-mounted implement .............79

7.2.4.5 Set the center of the rear-mounted implement ....................80

7.2.4.6 Set the trigger for the rear-mounted implement ....................81

7.3 Save mounted implement data ......................................82

7.3.1 Save implement on stopping ........................................82

7.4 Exchange implement data and field data .............................84

7.4.1 Plug in the USB stick and call up data exchange ...........................84

7.4.1.1 Insert USB stick ...........................................84

7.4.1.2 Call up data exchange on 10.4" ................................84

7.4.2 Transfer implement data and field data to the USB stick .....................85

7.4.2.1 Select and transfer all data ....................................86

7.4.3 Transfer implement and field data from the USB stick to the terminal ...........87

7.4.3.1 Select and transfer all data ....................................89

7.5 Correction signals ..................................................90

7.5.1 Overview of correction signals depending on the receiver ...................90

7.6 Submeter range with NovAtel receiver ...............................91

7.6.1 Autonomous ....................................................91

7.6.2 EGNOS / WAAS .................................................92

7.7 Centimeter range with NovAtel receiver .............................93

7.7.1 FENDT base station ...............................................93

7.7.1.1 Configure the FENDT base station correction signal .................93

7.7.1.2 Fallback: FENDT base station ..................................94

7.7.2 External station ..................................................95

7.7.2.1 Configure the external station correction signal .....................95

7.7.2.2 External fallback station ......................................96

7.7.3 RTK network (internal mobile radio modem) ..............................96

7.7.3.1 Configure the internal mobile modem correction signal ...............96

7.7.3.2 Activate/deactivate internal mobile modem fallback ..................98

7.7.4 RTK network (external mobile radio modem) .............................98

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7.7.4.1 Configure the external mobile modem correction signal ...............98

7.8 Submeter range with Trimble receiver .............................. 100

7.8.1 Autonomous ................................................... 100

7.8.2 EGNOS / WAAS .................................................101

7.8.3 RangePoint RTX .................................................102

7.9 Decimeter range with Trimble receiver ..............................103

7.9.1 CenterPoint RTX Satellite .......................................... 103

7.9.1.1 Set correction signal for Centerpoint RTX Satellite ..................103

7.9.1.2 Fallback for Centerpoint RTX Satellite ...........................104

7.10 Centimeter range with Trimble receiver ............................105

7.10.1 FENDT base station ............................................. 105

7.10.1.1 Configure the FENDT base station correction signal — Trimble AG-715

450 MHz radio modem ........................................... 105

7.10.1.2 Configure the FENDT base station correction signal (Trimble 900 MHz) .

7.10.2 RTK network (internal GSM/GPRS modem) ............................ 107

7.10.2.1 Configure the internal mobile modem correction signal (GSM/GPRS) ... 107

7.10.3 RTK network (external mobile radio modem) ........................... 108

7.10.3.1 Configure the external mobile modem correction signal .............108

7.10.4 Trimble receiver settings ..........................................109

7.10.4.1 xFill settings ............................................ 109

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7.11 Field Settings .................................................... 111

7.11.1 Add field ..................................................... 111

7.11.2 Record field boundary ............................................112

7.11.3 Record/manage obstacles .........................................115

7.12 Way-line .........................................................119

7.12.1 Create and save way line .........................................119

7.12.2 Path to path distance ............................................ 124

7.13 Check system .................................................... 125

7.13.1 Check system info/system status ...................................125

7.14 Activate VarioGuide system .......................................127

7.14.1 Switch on automatic way line guidance ...............................127

7.15 Adjust way line ...................................................128

7.15.1 Way line offset ................................................ 128

7.16 Headland settings ................................................ 129

7.16.1 Headland settings .............................................. 129

7.16.2 Headland management TI/AutoTI ................................... 131

7.17 Operation with the base station ................................... 133

7.17.1 Brief description ............................................... 133

7.17.2 Scope of delivery and accessories ...................................133

7.17.3 LED and keys on the base station ................................... 136

7.17.4 Initial start-up ..................................................137

7.17.5 Operating modes ............................................... 138

7.17.6 Start-up ...................................................... 138

7.17.7 Set the base station channel on the tractor ............................ 139

7.17.8 Operate base station with external battery .............................141

8 Faults and remedy ........................................................143

8.1 Fault diagnostics .................................................. 145

8.1.1 Problems and possible remedial action ................................ 145

9 Appendix ................................................................ 149

9.1 Glossary .......................................................... 151

9.1.1 Glossary ...................................................... 151

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1. Introduction

1.1 Delivery of VarioGuide system ...........................................13

1.2 OPERATOR'S MANUAL FENDT VarioGuide ................................14

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1.1 Delivery of VarioGuide system

Vehicle type

1. Introduction

Chassis no. OmniSTAR

Serial number

Information to be provided at vehicle delivery

Draw attention to safety instructions in the vehicle operator's manual, on the vehicle itself and in the VarioGuide operator's manual.

Draw attention to country-specific compliance with regulations for the registration and use of radio signals.

System delivery and instructions on the VarioGuide track guidance system.

For further information and notes, refer to the appropriate sections in the operator's manual.

Read safety precautions Select correction signal Implement settings in VarioGuide Configure trigger settings in VarioDoc Check system status Create way-line

. . . / . . / . . . . .

OSN

Service workshop

Switch on automatic way line guidance

Delivered on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Signature of mechanic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Customer's signature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1.2 OPERATOR'S MANUAL FENDT VarioGuide

Fendt VarioGuide

This operator's manual is only valid in conjunction with the operator's manual for the tractor

AGCO GmbH

Maschinen und Schlepperfabrik 87616 Marktoberdorf / Bavaria / Germany www.fendt.com

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2. Safety instructions

2.1 Safety and accident prevention regulations ...............................17

2.1.1 Marking of places that affect your safety .....................................17

2.1.2 Advice for the operator ..................................................17

2.1.3 Safe operating environment ..............................................18

2.1.4 Switching off in an emergency situation .....................................18

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2. Safety instructions

2.1 Safety and accident prevention regulations

2.1.1 Marking of places that affect your safety

Make sure that any other users have read all the safety instructions as well. The various levels of safety instructions can be distinguished as follows:

DANGER: This symbol, together with the word DANGER, means there is an immediate risk of

danger that must be prevented to avoid the risk of DEATH OR SEVERE INJURY. WARNING:

This symbol, together with the word WARNING, means a potential risk of danger that must be prevented to avoid the risk of DEATH OR SEVERE INJURY.

CAUTION: This symbol, together with the word CAUTION, means there is a potential danger that

must be prevented to avoid the risk of MINOR INJURY.

The operator's manual is an integral part of the vehicle package and must be passed on to any subsequent owner in the event of resale. The attention of the new owner should be drawn to this information.

If this manual is lost or damaged and you need a new one, please contact your Fendt dealer, from whom you will be able to purchase a replacement.

2.1.2 Advice for the operator

The purpose of VarioGuide is to assist the operator in steering the tractor. The operator must remain attentive at all times and have full control over the machine.

VarioGuide cannot detect obstacles such as persons or objects that are not defined and saved in the system. While automatic steering is in operation, the operator must ensure that a suitable distance is kept from such obstacles.

VarioGuide may be deactivated briefly if the GNSS or correction signal is lost. It is therefore essential that the operator is constantly aware of the position of the tractor and the conditions in the field.

WARNING: Hazard due to vehicle movements Risk of injury and death! Material damage is possible.

When driving on public roads or in areas where there is a risk of injury to others, the electrohydraulic steering system must not be pre-activated; automatic way-line guidance must not be activated.

WARNING: Hazard due to vehicle movements Risk of injury and death! Material damage is possible.

While the system is switched on, the operator must remain on the operator platform within the vehicle at all times. The operator must attentively follow all the operating conditions and be ready to intervene at any time, should this be necessary.

WARNING: Hazard due to vehicle movements Risk of injury and death! Material damage is possible.

Before the operator leaves the tractor, the automatic steering system must be switched off and the tractor must be parked properly.

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2.1.3 Safe operating environment

WARNING: Hazard due to vehicle movements Risk of injury and death! Material damage is possible.

The automatic way line guidance system may only be used if the tractor is located in an open area away from persons, buildings and other machinery: At a safe distance from persons. At a safe distance from obstacles. lines. On private property without public access.

WARNING: Hazard from operating the system outside of approved national signal areas Risk of injury

and death! Material damage is possible. Do not operate VarioGuide and its base station outside the authorised national frequency ranges, to avoid interference with other systems (remote-controlled cranes, forestry cranes, etc.).

At a safe distance from high-voltage power

2.1.4 Switching off in an emergency situation

The operator can switch off the way line guidance system in an emergency situation by moving the steering wheel, giving him manual control over the vehicle. To switch the way line guidance system back on, the switch-on conditions must be fulfilled and the activation button must be pressed.

WARNING: Hazard due to vehicle movements Risk of injury and death! Material damage is possible.

While the system is switched on, the operator must remain on the operator platform within the vehicle at all times. The operator must observe all operating conditions attentively and be ready to intervene immediately whenever necessary.

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3. VarioGuide definitions and specifications

3.1 Definitions ..............................................................21

3.1.1 GNSS and correction signal ...............................................21

3.1.2 Satellite reception .....................................................21

3.1.3 Signal interruption .....................................................23

3.1.4 Static and dynamic accuracy (satellite drift) ...................................23

3.1.5 Convergence time .....................................................23

3.1.6 Conditions of use and application possibilities .................................23

3.1.7 Restrictions ..........................................................23

3.1.8 Switch-off limits ......................................................24

3.2 Specification ............................................................25

3.2.1 Topcon accuracy specifications ............................................25

3.2.2 Trimble accuracy specifications ............................................25

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3. VarioGuide definitions and specifications

3.1 Definitions

3.1.1 GNSS and correction signal

GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) is a global navigation satellite system designed for position determination and navigation using satellite signals and signals received from pseudolites (terrestrial transmitters which emit signals like those of a satellite).

Data for position determination is currently supplied by North America's NAVSTAR GPS and Russia's GLONASS system. Galileo, the European satellite navigation system, is currently under development.

VarioGuide processes both GPS and GLONASS signals and is designed to operate with future systems. GNSS satellites communicate their exact position and time via radio. For position determination a receiver

has to be supplied with signals from at least four satellites simultaneously. The four signal propagation times (from the satellites to the receiving aerial) are then calculated in the receiving device. This is used to determine the current position.

Stationary receiving stations improve positional accuracy by transmitting correction signals (DGPS) to users:

• with geostationary satellites such as Europe's EGNOS, North America's WAAS and OmniSTAR (VarioGuide functions with VBS and HP).

• terrestrially with a base station or RTK network.

3.1.2 Satellite reception

• The GNSS signal and the correction signal may be obstructed by dense trees, copses, buildings, high-voltage power lines etc.

• VarioGuide loses the correction signal when the correction signal satellite is less than 5 to 8 degrees above the aerial level.

NOTE:

The correction signal satellite is geostationary above the equator.

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• The GNSS signal can be obstructed by dense trees, copses, buildings, high-voltage power lines etc.

• VarioGuide may lose the connection to certain satellites, including the correction signal satellite, if the vehicle is operated on slopes, causing the satellite to be out of the aerial's reception range.

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• VarioGuide steers the tractor, NOT the implement.

• If the implement does not run concentrically to the tractor because it is being pulled downhill, for example, deviations in accuracy may occur.

• The wave angle and thus reception of the correction signal decreases as the vehicle moves further north.

• Hilly terrain causes reception of satellite signals to deteriorate.

•

The GNSS system does not offer uniform availability around the clock and for every location.

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3.1.3 Signal interruption

Position determination takes a certain amount of time after activation before reaching the specified level of accuracy. Temporary obstruction may cause the system to lose its connection to the satellite signal. This may result in reduced levels of accuracy, the need to redetermine position, or failures depending on the system.

3.1.4 Static and dynamic accuracy (satellite drift)

Satellite drift

A certain amount of drift occurs on satellite-based navigation systems. The accuracy is therefore defined statistically and specified as a percentage of the operational period.

•

Static accuracy: Measured position of the stationary tractor over 1–3 days. The average value determined states how close the measured value comes to the actual position.

•

Dynamic accuracy: Pass-to-pass accuracy from way line to way line, which must be achieved when crossing the field within 15 minutes. If a longer period of time passes between two passes, a certain amount of drift will be noticeable.

3.1.5 Convergence time

The convergence time is the time required by the system after activation to determine the position of the tractor. Satellite-supported correction signals require a certain amount of time after activation before they reach the specified level of accuracy. Signal interruptions, e.g. due to obstacles such as buildings or trees, delay this process. After an extended interruption in the correction signal, the system loses the level of accuracy already achieved and starts the signal setup again from the beginning.

3.1.6 Conditions of use and application possibilities

Operating conditions

Ideal for satellite signal reception:

• The tractor is located on level ground or the base station is perfectly horizontal.

•

Signal reception is not obstructed.

Possible applications for the system

• Guidance along parallel waylines in straight lines, bends and circular paths

• Road speed 0.1 km/h to 25 km/h forwards and reverse

• Parallel moving of the waylines (wayline offset) to the left and right to balance drift out, set automatically or manually.

• Offset of the center line of the processed area to the center of the tractor, manually adjustable, required for asymmetrical implements, e.g. mower combinations

• Saving of fields with waylines, obstacles and mapped areas

• Saving of the implement settings

• Display unit showing current wayline number

• Mapping the processed area

• Supply of multiple tractors via one base station

3.1.7 Restrictions

• Potential loss of GNSS signal due to obstructions near copses, trees and buildings.

• Potential loss of correction signal due to obstructions near copses, trees and buildings.

•

Electromagnetic interference, e.g. from overhead lines.

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• Number of receivable satellites restricted by the inclined position of the tractor on the terrain.

• The system will not be able to work in regions where the OmniSTAR satellite is too close to the horizon. This also applies for heavily undulating terrain, particularly in the case of (Northern) slopes, possibly combined with other obstacles.

•

Use at higher latitudes (here it is better to set the waypoints on a North/South rather than on an East/ West axis).

• Reduced accuracy is also possible on slopes and on implements with a strong side pull.

• Reduced accuracy is possible where the load on the tractor's front axle is too high or too low.

• Reduced accuracy is possible with greasy, sandy or very uneven ground conditions.

• The range of the base station depends on the nature of the terrain and on the weather. Accuracy decreases as the distance increases.

• The tractor is too far away from the base station.

• After an interruption in the power supply to the base station, there may be shifts in track after restarting. It is possible to make a manual correction on the terminal.

3.1.8 Switch-off limits

The automatic steering system automatically switches off for the following functions or limits:

• The steering wheel is operated.

•

The accuracy indicator (bar indicator) shows fewer than three bars.

• Road speed is below 0.1 km/h or over 25 km/h.

• The angle between the driving line and the wayline exceeds 75°.

• The machine deviates from the wayline to the side:

- Lateral deviation more than 0.6 m on the HP or RTK version.

- Lateral deviation more than 1.2 m on the VBS version.

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3.2 Specification

3.2.1 Topcon accuracy specifications

VarioGuide supports the following GNSS accuracy options:

3. VarioGuide definitions and specifications

Correction

Correction source

services

AUTONOMOUS The position is determined without correction signals,

[1]

Static

accuracy

n/a n/a using only GPS and GLONASS satellites. Sub-meter (SM) accuracy class

EGNOS European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System,

+/- 150 cm +/- 20 cm

free satellite service for Europe

WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System, free satellite

+/- 150 cm +/- 20 cm

service for North America

OmniSTAR VBS OmniSTAR Virtual Reference Station, subscription

+/- 80 cm +/- 20 cm

satellite service

OmniSTAR HP OmniSTAR High Performance, subscription satellite

+/- 10 cm +/- 5 cm

service

Base station RTK corrections with a dedicated reference station

RTK network RTK corrections via mobile communications network

+/- 2 cm +/- 2 cm

(GSM/GPRS) or radio

[1]

The specifications for the VarioGuide system are subject to GNSS system features, US Department of Defense deteriorations in operation, ionospheric and tropospheric conditions, satellite geometries, length of the base line and multipath effects. OmniSTAR VBS, OmniSTAR HP, WAAS and EGNOS are independent GNSS upgrade services. AGCO accepts no responsibility for the performance of these services.

Dynamic accuracy

Accuracy of the system in the field

The achievable level of accuracy depends on various factors:

• Reception conditions of GNSS and correction signal Tractor conditions, e.g. implement conditions and settings

•

• Conditions in the field

• Ground conditions

3.2.2 Trimble accuracy specifications

VarioGuide supports the following GNSS accuracy options:

Correction

Correction source

services

AUTONOMOUS The position is determined without correction signals,

using only GPS and GLONASS satellites. Sub-meter (SM) accuracy class

EGNOS European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System,

free satellite service for Europe

WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System, free satellite

service for North America

[1]

Static

accuracy

Dynamic accuracy

n/a n/a

+/- 150 cm +/- 20 cm

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Correction

Correction source

services

RangePoint RTX Trimble Correction Service

CenterPoint RTX

Trimble Correction Service

[1]

Static

accuracy

+/- 50 cm +/- 15 cm

+/- 4 cm +/- 4 cm

Standard

CenterPoint RTX

Trimble Correction Service

+/- 4 cm +/- 4 cm

Fast

Base station RTK corrections with a dedicated reference station

RTK network RTK corrections via mobile communications network

+/- 2 cm +/- 2 cm

(GSM/GPRS) or radio

[1]

The specifications for the VarioGuide system are subject to GNSS system features, US Department of Defense deteriorations in operation, ionospheric and tropospheric conditions, satellite geometries, length of the base line and multipath effects. RangePoint RTX, CenterPoint RTX, WAAS and EGNOS are independent GNSS expansion services. AGCO accepts no responsibility for the performance of these services.

Accuracy of the system in the field

The achievable level of accuracy depends on various factors:

• Reception conditions of GNSS and correction signal Tractor conditions, e.g. implement conditions and settings

•

• Conditions in the field

• Ground conditions

Dynamic accuracy

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4. Quick Start

4.1 VarioGuide menu tree ...................................................29

4.2 VarioGuide info .........................................................31

4.3 Vario-Guide Main Menu ..................................................32

4.4 Implement selection .....................................................34

4.5 Field Settings ...........................................................36

4.6 Steering behavior .......................................................38

4.7 Signal settings ..........................................................39

4.8 System info ............................................................40

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4. Quick Start

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4.2 VarioGuide info

(A) Display and input of wayline distance (B) Number of GNSS satellites used (C) Steering behavior for joining wayline (D) Current steering status (E) Steering behavior on wayline (F) Correction signal and accuracy (G) Field Settings (H)

AutoTI status

Press each icon to move directly ("Quick Jump") to the following pages:

(A) Implement Settings (B) Signal settings (C) Steering behavior for joining wayline (D) System info (E) Steering behavior on wayline (F) Correction signal (G) Create wayline (H) Headland settings

4. Quick Start

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4.3 Vario-Guide Main Menu

Softkeys

(A) Open "Field settings" page (B) Open "Implement selection/settings" page (C) Open "Steering settings" page (D) Open "Signal settings" page (E) Open "Headland settings" page (F) A (H) Jump back one menu level (I) Wayline adjustment (J) Manual offset to the left or right in the

(K) Reset values

utoTI activation

direction of travel

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Display

(A) Current offset display (B) Display offset value for manual wayline

offset

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4.4 Implement selection

Softkeys

(A) Create new implement (D) Change front-mounted implement settings (F) Change rear-mounted implement settings (G) Change implement settings on second rear-

mounted implement

(H) Jump back one menu level

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Display

(A) Working width display: actual determined/

measured working width

(B) Overlap display: required overlap (affects the

map display and the wayline distance)

guidance

(E) Front-mounted implement selection field (F) Symbol: Implement is used for processed

area

(G) Rear-mounted implement selection field (H) Second rear-mounted implement selection

field

(I) Implement offset (calculated)

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4.5 Field Settings

Softkeys

(A) Add field (C) Add boundary (E) Create way-line (G) Add obstacle (H) Jump back one menu level (I) Popup wayline information

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Display

(A) Manage fields pull-down menu (B) Field boundary available yes/no (C) Way-line pull-down menu (D) Obstacles pull-down menu

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4.6 Steering behavior

(H) Back

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4.7 Signal settings

(A) Correction signal (B) System info (C) Gyro compass (D) NMEA data interface

NOTE:

Press the respective softkey to access the required page.

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4.8 System info

(A)

GNSS position: The green tick will appear whenever a valid GNSS position has been successfully determined from the GNSS data and the correction signal data. The number of GNSS satellites is also displayed.

(B)

Correction signal: The green tick will appear whenever a correction signal can be received. In addition, you will see the time in s taken to receive the correction signal update. If 999 is shown here, the correction signal cannot be currently updated or received.

(C)

Gyro compass initialisation: The green tick will appear once initialisation has been successful. Whenever the receiver has been switched on, a short distance exceeding 1.5 km/h must be driven to initialise the gyro compass (see Note below).

(D)

Steering system: The green tick will appear whenever the self-test was successful. The EHL is ready for operation and can be preactivated.

(E)

Distance to wayline: The distance to the wayline must be less than 10 m.

(F)

Joining angle to wayline: The wayline joining angle must be less than 75°.

(G)

Speed: The speed must be between 0.1 km/ h and 25 km/h.

(H)

Gyro compass calibration: The green tick will appear whenever the self-test of the gyro compass was successful.

(I)

GNSS receiver: The green tick will appear whenever the self-test was successful.

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5. Map view

5.1 Overview ...............................................................43

5.1.1 Map view menu tree ...................................................43

5.1.2 Map view ...........................................................43

5.2 Display .................................................................45

5.2.1 Full screen ..........................................................45

5.2.2 Zoom ..............................................................46

5.2.3 Info bar .............................................................46

5.2.4 Steering status .......................................................47

5.2.5 Novatel bar indicator, Trimble .............................................47

5.3 Functions ...............................................................49

5.3.1 Set markers ..........................................................49

5.3.2 Marker settings .......................................................50

5.3.3 Worked area settings ...................................................50

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5.1 Overview

5.1.1 Map view menu tree

Map view menu tree

5. Map view

Fig. 1

NOTE:

Depending on the equipment version, the description and images in the Operator's Manual may differ from the system installed in the tractor.

NOTE:

To navigate to the main page, press the softkey

in the map view.

5.1.2 Map view

The map view shows the display functions from VarioDoc and VarioGuide.

VarioDoc:

• Mapping the processed area

•

Markers

NOTE: May only be set in map view

• Obstacles

NOTE: Values from VarioGuide

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• Boundaries

NOTE: Values from VarioGuide

• Background

NOTE:

Only with VariableRateControl

VarioGuide:

• Mapping the processed area

• Position of the machine

• Target way-line

• Way-line distance

• Correction signal info

• Steering status

NOTE:

Set trigger functions and implement width for area marker in VarioDoc.

NOTE:

See also the VarioDoc operator’s manual.

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5.2 Display

5.2.1 Full screen

5. Map view

Fig. 2

NOTE:

In road mode, the implement is not shown.

(G) Set markers (H) Change display size (I) Switch between 2D and 3D (K) Zoom

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5.2.2 Zoom

Configure zoom

Press soft key (K), zoom will change gradually.

NOTE: In 2D mode, 4 levels of magnification are possible. In 3D mode, 3 levels of magnification are possible.

5.2.3 Info bar

Fig. 3

The Info bar shows all information which is permanently visible to the operator for safety reasons and to keep him informed.

Fig. 4

Way line number

Way line numbers are displayed at fixed positions in the status bar, depending on the track width. The current way line number is always shown on an extended line in front of the representation of the tractor.

Way line deviation

There are two modes for displaying the current way line deviation.

Mode 1 shows two direction arrows above the current way line (orange

arrow = minor deviation; orange and red arrow = major deviation.

Mode 2 is activated by selecting the tractor icon between the arrows. The tractor icon will also be replaced by a number box showing the current deviation in meters. Press again to show the tractor icon.

Arrows are positioned to the right of the tractor icon and point to the left:

•

As the tractor is to the right of the target way line, the activated way line guidance system will steer the tractor to the left.

Arrows are positioned to the left of the tractor icon and point to the right:

As the tractor is to the left of the target way line, the activated way line guidance system will steer the

•

tractor to the right.

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5.2.4 Steering status

Steering status information

Steering status is shown in map view and on the VarioGuide information page as a steering wheel icon which varies in appearance.

Steering icon struck through on a white background: Not ready for operation. The activation conditions have not been satisfied, and the automatic steering system cannot be enabled.

Steering icon on a white background: Ready for operation. The automatic steering system can be activated.

Steering icon on an orange background: The automatic steering system has been activated but not all activation conditions are satisfied (distance to way line too great, etc.).

Steering icon on a green background: Automatic steering is active.

Steering icon with a warning triangle on a white background: A system fault has occurred.

5.2.5 Novatel bar indicator, Trimble

NOTE:

Automatic wayline guidance can only be activated when at least three bars are displayed.

The accuracy of positioning is dependent upon the positions of the satellites relative to each other and the position of the receiver, as well as the accuracy of time measurement and the runtime.

At favourable angles (~ 90°), the accuracy of measurement will be greater than at acute angles or angles of approx. 180°.

HDOP (Horizontal Dilution of Precision) The HDOP value is a measure of measured value scatter; the lower the value, the lower the degree of

measurement error.

SV indicates the number of satellites used.

Bar indicato r

GNSS Correction signal HDOP

NOK NOK - - -

OK NOK only if fallback is deactivated

OK OK

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Bar indicato r

GNSS Correction signal HDOP

OK OK every over 3 bars

OK OK every =< 1.5 >= 6

OK OK every =< 1.3 >= 7

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5.3 Functions

5.3.1 Set markers

Procedure

Press soft key , current position will be saved and the pop-up shown below will appear.

Select marker color

5. Map view

Fig. 5

NOTE: A number ID starting at 1 is also assigned for each individual marker color. The name of the marker can be changed in the marker settings menu.

Confirm with . The pop-up will close

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5.3.2 Marker settings

Marker selection

Press the softkey (C) in full-screen mode to open a selection list featuring the markers set for the field. You can change the names of existing markers and delete existing markers in this list.

5.3.3 Worked area settings

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(A) Worked areas

Activate/Deactivate

The area colored green on the map shows the processed area. This processed area is linked to the Trigger Settings page in VarioDoc/VarioGuide. The processed area is displayed on the map depending on the way in which the settings have been set and if they have been set at all.

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Procedure

Press soft key (D) and a pop-up appears.

Color settings for processed area.

Press soft key (A) or (B) to activate manual or

automatic color selection.

(A) MAN/AUTO softkey (B) Manual color selection softkey (C) Delete the area marker in the current

field

5. Map view

Fig. 9

Delete the area marker in the current field

Press soft key (C) and a pop-up appears.

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Press the soft key , the area marker in the current field is deleted and the pop-up closes.

Manual color selection

Press soft key (B) and a pop-up appears.

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Select the setting option:

° Soft key (A) to change between manual

and automatic color display

(I) is the setting for the number of normalcolored waylines between two

contrasting waylines ° Soft key (J) for contrast color selection ° (K) is the setting for the wayline number;

starts from color change

NOTE: Using these setting options, you

can highlight the area that contains

tramlines in a different color.

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6. VarioGuide components and calibrations

6.1 Calibrations .............................................................55

6.1.1 Calibrate steering angle sensor and steering valve ..............................55

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6.1 Calibrations

6.1.1 Calibrate steering angle sensor and steering valve

WARNING: Hazard from automatic deflection of the front wheels Risk of injury and death! Material

damage is possible. During calibration check that there are no people or objects within the steering area!

NOTE:

The steering angle sensor and steering valve must be calibrated before being used for the first time and whenever the E-box is replaced.

NOTE:

It is recommended that the steering angle sensor and steering valve are calibrated when:

• The tractor does not drive straight along the way-lines

•

Other steering problems (e.g. tractor begins to sway) occur

NOTE:

If required, calibrate the front axle suspension (please speak to your Fendt dealer).

Calibrating the steering angle sensor (2401) NOTE:

To operate the automatic track guidance, it is essential that the steering angle sensor is calibrated.

Proceed as follows:

• Operate the hand brake.

• Start engine. Confirm the warning and fault messages

displayed on the instrument panel with ESC.

Fig. 1

Press RETURN; the first main menu level appears on the multiple display. Press one of the buttons repeatedly until symbol (A) flashes.

Press RETURN; the second main menu level appears on the multiple display.

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Press one of the buttons repeatedly until the symbol (A) flashes.

Confirm with RETURN.

Press one of the buttons repeatedly until the symbol (A) flashes.

Confirm with RETURN.

Fig. 3

Input code 2401.

Press one of the buttons until the desired number is displayed.

Confirm with RETURN.

Turn steering wheel against the left steering lock and hold.

Confirm with RETURN.

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Turn steering wheel against the right steering lock and hold.

Confirm with RETURN.

Release hand brake and drive the tractor forwards slowly, keeping the wheels straight.

NOTE:

This calibration is an important requirement for ensuring correct way-line guidance.

Confirm with RETURN.

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Fig. 7

If calibration is completed without errors, O.K. appears and the new sensor settings are saved.

NOTE:

Settings are only stored when ignition key has been turned to "0" position. Wait for at least 30 seconds before switching on ignition again!

If incorrect values are detected or the conditions are not met, the message ERROR appears.

2401 = calibration code FXX = fault code

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Fault code Cause

F01 F08 F09 F10 F11 F12 F13

Preliminary conditions not satisfied

Calibration taking too long (more than 30 seconds)

User terminated calibration with ESC

Plausibility: "Center position" signal

Plausibility: "Left stop" signal

Plausibility: "Right stop" signal

Plausibility: Calibrated values match

NOTE:

If incorrect values are found, contact your Fendt dealer.

Calibrating VarioGuide steering valve (2403)

WARNING: Hazard from automatic deflection of the front wheels Risk of injury and death! Material

damage is possible. During calibration check that there are no people or objects within the steering area!

NOTE:

During calibration, the valve slider free travel is determined.

NOTE:

To operate the automatic track guidance, it is essential to calibrate the steering valve.

Please note:

• Do not leave operator's seat (seat contact switch).

•

Start engine.

• Tractor stationary.

• Point wheels straight ahead.

• Do not move the steering wheel.

Confirm the warning and fault messages displayed on the instrument panel with ESC.

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Press RETURN; the first main menu level appears on the multiple display. Press one of the buttons repeatedly until symbol (A) flashes.

Press RETURN; the second main menu level appears on the multiple display.

Press one of the buttons repeatedly until the symbol (A) flashes.

Confirm with RETURN.

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Fig. 12

Press one of the buttons repeatedly until the symbol (A) flashes.

Confirm with RETURN.

Input code 2403.

Press one of the buttons until the desired number is displayed.

Confirm with RETURN.

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The image shown opposite is displayed.

NOTE:

• The calibration runs automatically (approx. 5 minutes max.)

•

Do not actuate steering.

• Do not leave operator's seat (seat contact switch).

The image shown opposite is displayed.

Fig. 16

If calibration is completed without errors, O.K. appears and the new sensor settings are saved.

NOTE:

Settings are only stored when ignition key has been turned to "0" position. Wait for at least 30 seconds before switching on ignition again!

If incorrect values are detected or the conditions are not met, the message ERROR appears.

2403 = calibration code FXX = fault code

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F01 F02 F03 F06 F07 F08 F09 F11 F12

Preliminary conditions not satisfied

Front wheels are not straight

Manual steering wheel actuation during calibration

No movement in direction "steering to left"

No movement in direction "steering to right"

Calibration taking too long

User terminated calibration with ESC

Plausibility: Signal in direction "steering to left"

Plausibility: Signal in direction "steering to right"

NOTE:

If incorrect values are found, contact your FENDT dealer.

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7. Start-up

7.1 Load implement .........................................................65

7.1.1 Caution .............................................................65

7.1.2 Load implement settings (7" terminal) .......................................65

7.1.3 Load implement settings (10.4" terminal) .....................................66

7.2 Create implement .......................................................67

7.2.1 Call up implement settings on 7" ..........................................67

7.2.2 Call up implement settings on 10.4" ........................................68

7.2.3 Front-mounted implement ...............................................69

7.2.3.1 Install front-mounted implement ....................................69

7.2.3.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling length ....70

7.2.3.3 Set the working width of the front-mounted implement ...................71

7.2.3.4 Set the navigation point of the front-mounted implement ..................72

7.2.3.5 Set the coupling length for the front-mounted implement .................73

7.2.3.6 Set the center of the front-mounted implement .........................74

7.2.3.7 Set the trigger for the front-mounted implement ........................75

7.2.4 Rear-mounted implement ................................................76

7.2.4.1 Install rear-mounted implement .....................................76

7.2.4.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling length ....77

7.2.4.3 Set the navigation point of the rear-mounted implement ...................78

7.2.4.4 Set the coupling length for the rear-mounted implement ..................79

7.2.4.5 Set the center of the rear-mounted implement .........................80

7.2.4.6 Set the trigger for the rear-mounted implement .........................81

7.3 Save mounted implement data ...........................................82

7.3.1 Save implement on stopping .............................................82

7.4 Exchange implement data and field data ..................................84

7.4.1 Plug in the USB stick and call up data exchange ................................84

7.4.1.1 Insert USB stick ................................................84

7.4.1.2 Call up data exchange on 10.4" .....................................84

7.4.2 Transfer implement data and field data to the USB stick ..........................85

7.4.2.1 Select and transfer all data .........................................86

7.4.3 Transfer implement and field data from the USB stick to the terminal ................87

7.4.3.1 Select and transfer all data .........................................89

7.5 Correction signals .......................................................90

7.5.1 Overview of correction signals depending on the receiver ........................90

7.6 Submeter range with NovAtel receiver ....................................91

7.6.1 Autonomous .........................................................91

7.6.2 EGNOS / WAAS ......................................................92

7.7 Centimeter range with NovAtel receiver ..................................93

7.7.1 FENDT base station ....................................................93

7.7.1.1 Configure the FENDT base station correction signal ......................93

7.7.1.2 Fallback: FENDT base station .......................................94

7.7.2 External station .......................................................95

7.7.2.1 Configure the external station correction signal ..........................95

7.7.2.2 External fallback station ...........................................96

7.7.3 RTK network (internal mobile radio modem) ...................................96

7.7.3.1 Configure the internal mobile modem correction signal ....................96

7.7.3.2 Activate/deactivate internal mobile modem fallback .......................98

7.7.4 RTK network (external mobile radio modem) ..................................98

7.7.4.1 Configure the external mobile modem correction signal ....................98

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7.8 Submeter range with Trimble receiver ................................... 100

7.8.1 Autonomous ........................................................ 100

7.8.2 EGNOS / WAAS ......................................................101

7.8.3 RangePoint RTX ......................................................102

7.9 Decimeter range with Trimble receiver ...................................103

7.9.1 CenterPoint RTX Satellite ............................................... 103

7.9.1.1 Set correction signal for Centerpoint RTX Satellite .......................103

7.9.1.2 Fallback for Centerpoint RTX Satellite ................................104

7.10 Centimeter range with Trimble receiver .................................105

7.10.1 FENDT base station .................................................. 105

7.10.1.1 Configure the FENDT base station correction signal — Trimble AG-715 450

MHz radio modem ....................................................105

7.10.1.2 Configure the FENDT base station correction signal (Trimble 900 MHz) ...... 106

7.10.2 RTK network (internal GSM/GPRS modem) ................................. 107

7.10.2.1 Configure the internal mobile modem correction signal (GSM/GPRS) ........ 107

7.10.3 RTK network (external mobile radio modem) ................................ 108

7.10.3.1 Configure the external mobile modem correction signal ..................108

7.10.4 Trimble receiver settings ...............................................109

7.10.4.1 xFill settings ................................................. 109

7.11 Field Settings ......................................................... 111

7.11.1 Add field .......................................................... 111

7.11.2 Record field boundary .................................................112

7.11.3 Record/manage obstacles ..............................................115

7.12 Way-line ..............................................................119

7.12.1 Create and save way line ..............................................119

7.12.2 Path to path distance ................................................. 124

7.13 Check system ......................................................... 125

7.13.1 Check system info/system status ........................................125

7.14 Activate VarioGuide system ............................................127

7.14.1 Switch on automatic way line guidance ....................................127

7.15 Adjust way line ........................................................128

7.15.1 Way line offset ..................................................... 128

7.16 Headland settings ..................................................... 129

7.16.1 Headland settings ................................................... 129

7.16.2 Headland management TI/AutoTI ........................................ 131

7.17 Operation with the base station ........................................ 133

7.17.1 Brief description .................................................... 133

7.17.2 Scope of delivery and accessories ........................................133

7.17.3 LED and keys on the base station ........................................ 136

7.17.4 Initial start-up .......................................................137

7.17.5 Operating modes .................................................... 138

7.17.6 Start-up ........................................................... 138

7.17.7 Set the base station channel on the tractor ................................. 139

7.17.8 Operate base station with external battery ..................................141

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7.1 Load implement

7.1.1 Caution

WARNING: The tractor should only be operated with the automatic steering system when it is used in

an area well away from buildings, other machinery and people.

NOTE:

A quick turn of the steering wheel de-activates automatic steering.

7.1.2 Load implement settings (7" terminal)

NOTE:

This function can be used to load settings for an implement that has already been created, and to add the settings in the VarioGuide (implement settings and way-line distance). A new implement can also be created.

Call up the management main menu (7") Applications main menu

The view shown opposite appears once button (D) has been pressed on the external control panel. Select management (softkey G).

(D) Application selection control panel (G) Management softkey

Load implement settings

• When softkey (A, see #unique_42/

unique_42_Connect_42_T021795-FIE910) is

pressed, the pop-up shown opposite appears.

Select implement and confirm.

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7.1.3 Load implement settings (10.4" terminal)

NOTE:

Call up the management main menu (10.4" terminal)

Information management

(D) Management

Load implement settings

• When softkey (A, see #unique_42/

unique_42_Connect_42_T021795-FIE910) is

pressed, the pop-up shown opposite appears.

Select implement and confirm.

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7.2 Create implement

7.2.1 Call up implement settings on 7"

Procedure

7. Start-up

Fig. 7

Press the positioning button on the external control panel.

Under "Management info", press the soft key for the on-board computer; "On-board computer" page

is displayed. On the "On-board computer" page, press the soft key for the trigger settings; "Trigger settings" page

is displayed. On the "Trigger settings" page, press the "Front-mounted implement" soft key; the "Implement

settings" page is displayed.

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7.2.2 Call up implement settings on 10.4"

Procedure

Fig. 8

On the "Tractor Info" page, press the softkey for VarioDoc, and "VarioDoc Info" is displayed In

"VarioDoc Info", press the VarioDoc softkey, and the "VarioDoc Main Page" appears. In "VarioDoc Main Page", press the soft key for the on-board computer; the "On-board computer" page

is displayed On the "On-board computer" page, press the trigger settings; the "Trigger settings" page is displayed

On the "Trigger settings" page, press the "Front-mounted implement" soft key; the "Implement

settings" page is displayed.

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7.2.3 Front-mounted implement

Geräteanbauposition auswählen

Heck

7.2.3.1 Install front-mounted implement

Procedure

Press softkey (A). A pop-up appears.

7. Start-up

Select front-mounted implement.

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Assign a name and press to confirm.

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7.2.3.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling length

Working width Center Navigation point Coupling length

Actual working width of the implement

Movement of the implement from the center (e.g. for mowers)

Distance of the horizontal rotational axis of the implement from the lower link hooks

Distance of the processing area of the implement from the lower link hooks

Procedure

Start work and drive approx. 10 m.

Measure the processed width (working width).

Measure the length between the navigation point of the implement and the attachment hook

NOTE:

The navigation point is the point on the implement that follows the wayline.

Measure the length between the start of the processed area and the attachment hook of the front

power lift

NOTE: If the mark is to be created at the end of the implement, measure from this point to the end of the implement.

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7.2.3.3 Set the working width of the front-mounted implement

Procedure

Select the working width field (A) by touch or

via the external control panel. Set the processed width value via the

external control panel.

7. Start-up

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7.2.3.4 Set the navigation point of the front-mounted implement

Procedure

Select the navigation point field (A) by touch

or via the external control panel. Set the navigation point distance via the

external control panel.

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7.2.3.5 Set the coupling length for the front-mounted implement

Procedure

Select the coupling length field (A) by touch

or with the external control panel. Set the coupling length distance via the

external control panel.

7. Start-up

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7.2.3.6 Set the center of the front-mounted implement

Procedure

Select the center field (A) by touch or via the

external control panel. Set the center via the external control panel.

NOTE:

Only set the center if the mounted implement deviates from the center.

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7.2.3.7 Set the trigger for the front-mounted implement

Procedure

Select and activate the trigger by touch or via the external control panel.

NOTE:

Measurement takes place once all activated trigger conditions are fulfilled simultaneously.

(A) Toggle switch Auto/I (ON)

NOTE:

If toggle switch (A) is set to I, the distance and area are always measured, except when the on-board computer is paused. The other buttons are grayed out. If toggle switch (A) is set to AUTO, the distance and area measurement depends on triggers (B) to (F).

(B) Front power lift trigger OFF/ON (C) Front PTO trigger OFF/ON (D) EHS valve trigger OFF/ON (E) External counter trigger OFF/ON (F) VarioGuide trigger OFF/ON (H) Jump back one menu level

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Heck

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7.2.4 Rear-mounted implement

7.2.4.1 Install rear-mounted implement

Procedure

Press softkey (A). A pop-up appears.

Select the rear-mounted implement.

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Select the trailer type.

Gezogenes Gerät

Heckkraftheber

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Assign a name and press to confirm.

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7.2.4.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling length

Working width Center Navigation point Coupling length

Actual working width of the implement

Movement of the implement from the center (e.g. for mowers)

Distance of the horizontal rotational axis of the implement from the lower link hooks

Distance of the processing area of the implement from the lower link hooks

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Procedure

Start work and drive approx. 10 m.

Measure the processed width (working width).

Measure the length between the navigation point of the implement and the attachment hook

NOTE:

The navigation point is the point on the implement that follows the wayline.

Measure the length between the start of the processed area and the attachment hook of the front

power lift

NOTE: If the mark is to be created at the end of the implement, measure from this point to the end of the implement.

7.2.4.3 Set the navigation point of the rear-mounted implement

Procedure

Select the navigation point field (A) by touch

or via the external control panel. Set the navigation point distance via the

external control panel.

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7.2.4.4 Set the coupling length for the rear-mounted implement

Procedure

Select the coupling length field (A) by touch

or with the external control panel. Set the coupling length distance via the

external control panel.

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7.2.4.5 Set the center of the rear-mounted implement

Procedure

Select the center field (A) by touch or via the

external control panel. Set the center via the external control panel.

NOTE:

Only set the center if the mounted implement deviates from the center.

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7.2.4.6 Set the trigger for the rear-mounted implement

Procedure

Select and activate the trigger by touch or via the external control panel.

NOTE:

Measurement takes place once all activated trigger conditions are fulfilled simultaneously.

(A) Toggle switch Auto/I (ON)

NOTE:

(B) Rear power lift trigger OFF/ON (C) Rear PTO trigger OFF/ON (D) EHS valve trigger OFF/ON (E) External counter trigger OFF/ON (F) VarioGuide trigger OFF/ON (H) Jump back one menu level

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7.3 Save mounted implement data

7.3.1 Save implement on stopping

NOTE:

This function can be used to save the current settings for an implement (incl. the implement settings and the track distance from VarioGuide).

Save the current implement settings with the same name

If an implement has been loaded and one or more settings then changed, the page shown opposite appears when the engine is switched off.

• The current settings are saved under the same name with the key.

• The terminal then switches off.

Save the current settings with a different name

Press softkey .

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• The pop-up shown opposite appears.

• To save the current implement settings under an existing name, select name and confirm.

• To save the current implement settings with a new name, select a blank line, specify a name using the keyboard and confirm.

• The terminal then switches off.

NOTE:

This procedure is used to create a new implement; the original implement remains unchanged.

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7.4 Exchange implement data and field data

7.4.1 Plug in the USB stick and call up data exchange

Implement data and field data can be transferred from tractor to tractor using a USB stick (when using VarioGuide).

The USB stick can also be used to back up the implement data and field data, e.g. before replacing the terminal.

7.4.1.1 Insert USB stick

Procedure

Pull flap (A) open to reveal the USB ports.

Insert USB stick into the appropriate port.

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7.4.1.2 Call up data exchange on 10.4"

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Press the "Management main menu" soft key on the "Management info" page, the "Management

main menu" page is displayed On the "Management main menu" page, press the soft key for the data exchange; the "Data

exchange" page is displayed.

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7.4.2 Transfer implement data and field data to the USB stick

Select and transfer individual data

Procedure

Using the soft key, select the data to be

transferred:

(A) Field data (B) Implement data

Select field data or implement data by touch

or with the external control panel.

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Press the soft key (I); individual data is

transferred to the USB stick.

NOTE:

If there is identical data on the USB stick, a popup appears and asks whether the existing file should be replaced or renamed.

NOTE:

Before the transfer of field data, a popup appears and asks whether processed areas should be transferred as well. If so, the transfer process may take a few minutes.

NOTE:

The transferred data can then be seen in the bottom display.

7.4.2.1 Select and transfer all data

Procedure

Using the soft key, select the data to be

transferred:

(A) Field data (B) Implement data

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Press the soft key (K); all data is transferred

to the USB stick.

NOTE:

If there is identical data on the USB stick, a popup appears and asks whether the existing file should be replaced or renamed.

NOTE:

Before the transfer of field data, a popup appears and asks whether processed areas should be transferred as well. If so, the transfer process may take a few minutes.

NOTE:

The transferred data can then be seen in the bottom display.

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7.4.3 Transfer implement and field data from the USB stick to the terminal

Select and transfer individual data

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Procedure

Using the soft key, select the data to be

transferred:

(A) Field data (B) Implement data

Select field data or implement data by touch

or with the external control panel.

Press the soft key (J), individual data is

transferred from the USB stick to the terminal.

NOTE:

If there is identical data on the terminal, a popup appears and asks whether the existing file should be replaced or renamed.

NOTE:

The transferred data can then be seen in the bottom display.

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7.4.3.1 Select and transfer all data

Procedure

Using the soft key, select the data to be

transferred:

(A) Field data (B) Implement data

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Press the soft key (L); all data is transferred

from the USB stick to the terminal.

NOTE:

If there is identical data on the terminal, a popup appears and asks whether the existing file should be replaced or renamed.

NOTE:

The transferred data can then be seen in the bottom display.

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7.5 Correction signals

7.5.1 Overview of correction signals depending on the receiver

Receiver type Accuracy Supported correction signal

Topcon AGI-4 Sub-meter Autonomous

EGNOS / WAAS

OMNISTAR VBS Decimetre OMNISTAR HP /G2 / XP Centimeter RTK base

SATEL 3AS radio modem

Topcon FH915 radio modem

External radio modem

RTK network

Internal GSM/GPRS modem

External mobile radio modem

NovAtel SMART6-L Sub-meter Autonomous

EGNOS / WAAS Centimeter RTK base

SATEL EASy-Proof radio modem

RTK network

Internal GSM/GPRS modem

External mobile radio modem

Trimble AG382 Sub-meter Autonomous

EGNOS / WAAS

RangePoint RTX Decimetre Centerpoint RTX Satellite Centimeter RTK base

Trimble AG-715 450MHz radio

Trimble AG-715 900MHz radio

External radio modem

modem

SATEL EASy-Proof radio modem

External radio modem

RTK network

Internal GSM/GPRS modem

External mobile radio modem

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7.6.1 Autonomous

NOTE:

The position is determined without correction signals, using only GPS and GLONASS satellites (for regions in which there is no correction signal or none can be received).

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7.6.2 EGNOS / WAAS

Set correction signal

Select the correction signal via the "Signal Type" selection field.

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Display

Satellite receiver Designation of the installed receiver Signal type The correction signal source can be selected here Accuracy Bar indicator and decimal value of static accuracy Signal lag Specifies the time in s taken to receive the correction signal update. If 999 is

shown here, the correction signal cannot be currently received.

Connection status Specifies the connection status of the GNSS receiver to the source of the

correction data (e.g. connected, update required, expired). The tick shows whether the GNSS receiver is currently connected to the correction data source.

Authorisation level Specifies the accuracy level of the GNSS receiver (depending on the hardware

modules installed in the receiver)

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7.7 Centimeter range with NovAtel receiver

7.7.1 FENDT base station

7.7.1.1 Configure the FENDT base station correction signal

Procedure

Select the correction signal via the "Signal

Type" selection field.

NOTE:

Correction signal activation can only be received if a green tick appears in the connection status. Where applicable, verify channel, frequency and signal format.

Select 'Fendt Station' under station type

Set the frequency

Set the channel spacing

Set the error correction

Select signal format.

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Display

Satellite receiver Designation of the installed receiver Signal type The correction signal source can be selected here Base Type Fendt Base Accuracy Bar indicator and decimal value of static accuracy Signal lag Specifies the time in s taken to receive the correction signal update. If 999 is

shown here, the correction signal cannot be currently received.

Connection status Specifies the connection status of the GNSS receiver to the source of the

correction data (e.g. connected, update required, expired). The tick shows whether the GNSS receiver is currently connected to the correction data source.

Authorisation level Specifies the accuracy level of the GNSS receiver (depending on the hardware

modules installed in the receiver)

Distance to Base Distance in m

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Display

Frequency Set the frequency assigned to you by your country's regulatory authority. Channel spacing Set the channel spacing here: 25 kHz with 6.25 kHz spacing/205 kHz with

10 kHz spacing/12.5 kHz with 6.25 kHz spacing Error correction Set the error correction here: ON/OFF Signal format Select the signal format: CMR/RTCM 2.3/RTCM 3.1

7.7.1.2 Fallback: FENDT base station

Procedure

Press toggle switch (A), the fallback option will either be activated or deactivated.

NOTE:

Enabling this function allows wayline guidance to a lower degree of accuracy.

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7.7.2 External station

7.7.2.1 Configure the external station correction signal

Procedure

Select the correction signal via the "Signal

Type" selection field.

NOTE:

Correction signal activation can only be received if a green tick appears in the connection status. Where applicable, verify channel, frequency and signal format.

Select 'External Station' under station type

Configure baud rate

Select parity

Select signal format

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Display

Satellite receiver Designation of the installed receiver Signal type The correction signal source can be selected here Base Type External station Accuracy Bar indicator and decimal value of static accuracy Signal lag Specifies the time in s taken to receive the correction signal update. If 999 is

shown here, the correction signal cannot be currently received.

Connection status Specifies the connection status of the GNSS receiver to the source of the

correction data (e.g. connected, update required, expired). The tick shows whether the GNSS receiver is currently connected to the correction data source.

Authorisation level Specifies the accuracy level of the GNSS receiver (depending on the hardware

modules installed in the receiver)

Distance to Base Distance in m

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Display

Baud rate Setting data for external radio modem Parity Setting data for external radio modem Signal format Setting data for external radio modem

7.7.2.2 External fallback station

Procedure

Press toggle switch (A), the fallback option will either be activated or deactivated.

NOTE:

Enabling this function allows wayline guidance to a lower degree of accuracy.

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7.7.3 RTK network (internal mobile radio modem)

7.7.3.1 Configure the internal mobile modem correction signal NOTE:

After the ignition has been switched OFF/ON, the system connects to the GSM/GPRS network automatically and without further notice, provided that a connection was established before the ignition was switched off. Please note that this action may result in data charges.

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Set correction signal

Select the correction signal via the "Signal

Type" selection field. Select 'Internal Modem' as the modem type

Select "Dial connection (GSM)" or "Data

connection" as the connection type Select signal format

7. Start-up

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Display

Satellite receiver Designation of the installed receiver Signal type The correction signal source can be selected here Modem type Internal modem Connection type Dial connection (GSM) / Data connection Signal strength Mobile communications signal strength Accuracy Bar indicator and decimal value of static accuracy Signal lag Specifies the time in s taken to receive the correction signal update. If 999 is

shown here, the correction signal cannot be currently received.

Connection status Specifies the connection status of the GNSS receiver to the source of the

correction data (e.g. connected, update required, expired). The tick shows whether the GNSS receiver is currently connected to the correction data source.

Authorisation level Specifies the accuracy level of the GNSS receiver (depending on the hardware

modules installed in the receiver)

Signal format from the correction signal provider

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7.7.3.2 Activate/deactivate internal mobile modem fallback

Procedure

Press toggle switch (A), the fallback option will either be activated or deactivated

NOTE:

Enabling this function allows wayline guidance to a lower degree of accuracy.

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7.7.4 RTK network (external mobile radio modem)

7.7.4.1 Configure the external mobile modem correction signal NOTE:

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Procedure

Select the RTK Network correction signal

under 'Signal Type'. Select the modem type "External modem"

Enter the baud rate

Select parity

Select signal format

7. Start-up

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Display

Satellite receiver Designation of the installed receiver Signal type The correction signal source can be selected here Modem type External modem Signal strength Mobile communications signal strength Accuracy Bar indicator and decimal value of static accuracy Signal lag Specifies the time in s taken to receive the correction signal update. If 999 is

shown here, the correction signal cannot be currently received.

Connection status Specifies the connection status of the GNSS receiver to the source of the

correction data (e.g. connected, update required, expired). The tick shows whether the GNSS receiver is currently connected to the correction data source.

Authorisation level Specifies the accuracy level of the GNSS receiver (depending on the hardware

modules installed in the receiver) Baud rate 9600 / 19200 / 38400 / 57600 / 115200 Parity Invalid/none/even/odd Signal format CMR/RTCM 2.3/RTCM 3.1

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7.8 Submeter range with Trimble receiver

7.8.1 Autonomous

Autonomous Trimble AG-382 NOTE:

The position is determined without correction signals, using only GPS and GLONASS satellites (for regions in which there is no correction signal or none can be received).

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FENDT varioguide, varioguide novatel, varioguide trimble Operator's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of contents

1. Introduction

1.1 Delivery of VarioGuide system

1.2 OPERATOR'S MANUAL FENDT VarioGuide

2. Safety instructions

2.1 Safety and accident prevention regulations

2.1.1 Marking of places that affect your safety

2.1.2 Advice for the operator

3. VarioGuide definitions and specifications

3.1 Definitions

3.1.1 GNSS and correction signal

3.1.2 Satellite reception

3.1.3 Signal interruption

3.1.4 Static and dynamic accuracy (satellite drift)

3.1.5 Convergence time

3.1.6 Conditions of use and application possibilities

3.1.7 Restrictions

3.1.8 Switch-off limits

3.2 Specification

3.2.1 Topcon accuracy specifications

3.2.2 Trimble accuracy specifications

4. Quick Start

4.1 VarioGuide menu tree

4.2 VarioGuide info

4.3 Vario-Guide Main Menu

4.4 Implement selection

4.5 Field Settings

4.6 Steering behavior

4.7 Signal settings

4.8 System info

5. Map view

5.1 Overview

5.1.1 Map view menu tree

5.1.2 Map view

5.2 Display

5.2.1 Full screen

5.2.2 Zoom

5.2.3 Info bar

5.2.4 Steering status

5.2.5 Novatel bar indicator, Trimble

5.3 Functions

5.3.1 Set markers

5.3.2 Marker settings

5.3.3 Worked area settings

6. VarioGuide components and calibrations

6.1 Calibrations

6.1.1 Calibrate steering angle sensor and steering valve

7. Start-up

7.1 Load implement

7.1.1 Caution

7.1.2 Load implement settings (7" terminal)

7.1.3 Load implement settings (10.4" terminal)

7.2 Create implement

7.2.1 Call up implement settings on 7"

7.2.2 Call up implement settings on 10.4"

7.2.3 Front-mounted implement

7.2.3.1 Install front-mounted implement

7.2.3.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling length

7.2.3.3 Set the working width of the front-mounted implement

7.2.3.4 Set the navigation point of the front-mounted implement

7.2.3.5 Set the coupling length for the front-mounted implement

7.2.3.6 Set the center of the front-mounted implement

7.2.3.7 Set the trigger for the front-mounted implement

7.2.4 Rear-mounted implement

7.2.4.1 Install rear-mounted implement

7.2.4.2 Determine the working width, navigation point distance and coupling length

7.2.4.3 Set the navigation point of the rear-mounted implement

7.2.4.4 Set the coupling length for the rear-mounted implement

7.2.4.5 Set the center of the rear-mounted implement

7.2.4.6 Set the trigger for the rear-mounted implement

7.3 Save mounted implement data

7.3.1 Save implement on stopping

7.4 Exchange implement data and field data

7.4.1 Plug in the USB stick and call up data exchange

7.4.1.1 Insert USB stick

7.4.1.2 Call up data exchange on 10.4"