Müller SECTION-Control Box Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions
SECTION-Control Box
Version: V2.20191001
30302670-02-EN Read and follow these instructions. Keep these instructions in a
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Operating Instructions Product: SECTION-Control Box Document number: 30302670-02-EN As of software version: v711a Original instructions Original language: German
Müller-Elektronik GmbH Franz-Kleine-Straße 18 33154 Salzkotten Germany Phone: ++49 (0) 5258 / 9834 - 0 Fax: ++49 (0) 5258 / 9834 - 90 Email: info@mueller-elektronik.de Homepage: http://www.mueller-elektronik.de
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For your safety
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1.1
Basic safety instructions
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1.2
Layout and meaning of warnings
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1.3
Layout and meaning of alert messages
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1.4
User requirements
7
1.5
Intended use
7
1.6
Disposing of the device
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About these Operating Instructions
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2.1
Target group of these Operating Instructions
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2.2
Applicability
9
2.3
Diagrams in this manual
9
2.4
Layout of operating instructions
9
2.5
Layout of references
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Product description
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3.1
Scope of delivery
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3.2
System requirements
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3.3
Information on the nameplate
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3.4
Connectors on the SC-Box
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Installation
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4.1
System overview
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4.2
Mounting the SC-Box in the tractor cab
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4.3
Connecting the SC-Box
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4.4
Fitting multi-function joystick (MFG)
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4.5
Connecting the wheel sensor
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Basic control principles
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5.1
What changes for you
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5.2
What does not change for you
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5.3
Switching job computer on and off
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5.4
Initial start-up
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5.5
Job computer in the terminal selection menu
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5.6
Inputting data
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5.7
Screen structure
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5.7.1
Layout of work screen
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5.7.2
Spray data area
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5.7.3
Selectable area 1
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5.7.4
Boom display area
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5.8
Switching between joystick and on-board computer
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Contents
Contents
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5.9
Operating the ME joystick
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5.10
Controlling the SC-Box with terminal keys
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Configuring the on-board computer
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Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
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7.1
Entering field sprayer parameters
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7.2
Options activation
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7.2.1
Setting sections switching type
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7.2.2
Setting filling type
26
7.2.3
Setting joystick type
27
7.2.4
Setting manifold type
27
7.2.5
Establishing CAN connection type
27
7.3
Calibrating the flow meter
27
7.3.1
Calibrating the flow meter with the tank method
28
7.3.2
Calibrating the flow meter with the nozzle method
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7.3.3
Manually entering the number of impulses per liter for the flow meter
31
7.4
Calibrating the wheel sensor
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7.4.1
Determining the pulses per 100 meters
32
7.5
Configuring sections
33
7.5.1
Entering the number of sections
33
7.5.2
Entering the number of nozzles per section
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7.5.3
Switching sections off permanently
34
7.6
Entering the field sprayer geometry
35
7.7
Tank filling
37
7.7.1
Filling up the tank manually without additional systems
37
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Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field
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8.1
Controlling application
39
8.1.1
Changing application mode
39
Using Automatic mode
39
Changing the application rate in manual mode
40
8.1.2
Starting application
41
8.1.3
Stopping application
42
8.1.4
Operating sections
42
8.1.5
Treating weed infestations
42
Work screen in localized mode
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Preselecting and switching off sections in localized mode
43 Activating localized mode
43
ME joystick in localized mode
43
8.2
Documenting work results
44
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Maintenance and technical specifications
45
9.1
Technical data for SC-Box job computer
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9.2
Preparing system for winter rest
45
9.3
Checking the software version
45
9.4
Fault diagnostics
45
Contents
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9.4.1
“Simulated Speed” function
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9.5
ME joystick button assignment
46
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Alarm messages
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WARNING
This signal word identifies medium-risk hazards, which could potentially cause death or serious physical injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION
damage to property, if not avoided.
NOTICE
This signal word identifies hazards that could potentially cause damage to property, if not avoided.
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1.1
1.2
Example

For your safety

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Basic safety instructions

For your safety
Basic safety instructions
Before you leave the vehicle cab, ensure that all automatic mechanisms are deactivated or
manual mode is activated. Keep children away from the implement and the job computer. Do not make any unauthorized modifications to the product. Unauthorized modifications or use
may impair safety and reduce the service life or operability of the unit. Modifications are
considered unauthorized if they are not described in the product documentation. Never remove any safety mechanisms or stickers from the product. Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this operating guide and in the machine
operating instructions. Observe all applicable regulations on accident prevention. Follow all recognised safety, industrial and medical rules as well as all road traffic laws. Before charging the tractor battery, always disconnect the tractor from the job computer. Use only clear water when you are testing the sprayer. Do not use a poisonous spray during the
tests or when calibrating the systems.

Layout and meaning of warnings

All safety instructions found in these Operating Instructions are composed in accordance with the following pattern:
This signal word identifies hazards that could potentially cause minor or moderate physical injury or
There are some actions that need to be performed in several steps. If there is a risk involved in carrying out any of these steps, a safety warning appears in the instructions themselves.
Safety instructions always directly precede the step involving risk and can be identified by their bold font type and a signal word.
1. NOTICE! This is a notice. It warns that there is a risk involved in the next step.
2. Step involving risk.
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alarm.
section "Alarm messages [➙ 47]"
1.3
Purpose
Illustration
1.4
1.5
For your safety

Layout and meaning of alert messages

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Layout and meaning of alert messages
An alarm message may appear during operation.
The alarm messages have the following purpose: Warning - These messages warn the operator if the current status of the field sprayer could
lead to a dangerous situation. Information - These messages inform the operator that the current status of the field sprayer or
configuration is not correct and could lead to faults in operation.
On the following diagram, you can see how the alarm messages are structured:
Alarm message structure
Type of alarm
Name of the component that caused the
"ALARM" message
Problem description and solution What the exact cause of an alarm message is or how you rectify a fault can be read in the

User requirements

Learn to operate the product in accordance with the instructions. Nobody must operate the
product before reading these instructions. Please read and carefully observe all safety instructions and warnings contained in these
Operating Instructions and in the manuals of any connected vehicles and farm equipment. If there is anything within these instructions that you do not understand, please do not hesitate to
contact us or your dealer. Müller-Elektronik's Customer Services department will be happy to
assist you.

Intended use

The job computer is used to control machines in agriculture. The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for any installation or use that goes beyond this.
Intended use also includes compliance with the conditions for operation and repairs prescribed by the manufacturer.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any personal injury or property damage resulting from such non-compliance. All risk arising from improper use lies with the user.
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For your safety
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Disposing of the device

All applicable accident prevention regulations and all other generally recognized safety, industrial, and medical standards as well as all road traffic laws must be observed. Any unauthorized modifications made to the equipment will void the manufacturer's warranty.
Disposing of the device
Please dispose of this device after use as electronic scrap according to valid EC disposal directives.
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Product
Version on the rating plate:
Software version higher than:
Software as of: 1.01
Type of depiction
Meaning
2.
This will happen when you perform an action.
Result of an operating instruction.
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2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4

About these Operating Instructions

About these Operating Instructions

Target group of these Operating Instructions

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Target group of these Operating Instructions
These Operating Instructions is intended for those who are involved in these works: Installation and configuration of SECTION-Control Box Control of a field sprayer with SECTION-Control Box

Applicability

These Operating Instructions apply to these products:
SECTION-Control Box Hardware as of: 1.02
SPRECO1: V711a

Diagrams in this manual

The screenshots of the software interface are intended to serve as a reference. They help you in finding your way around the software screens.
The information shown on the screen depends on various factors: the implement type, the implement configuration, the implement status.
Possible differences: The implement has different colours on the terminal than in the instructions. Different background colour. The icons described in the instructions appear in a different position on the screen. Some of the described functions are not available in the system.

Layout of operating instructions

The operating instructions explain step by step how you can perform certain operations with the product.
We use the following symbols throughout these Operating Instructions to identify different operating instructions:
1.
Actions that must be performed in succession.
Result of the action.
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Type of depiction
Meaning
steps.
can be performed.
2.5
About these Operating Instructions
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Layout of references

This will happen when you have completed all
Requirements.
In the event that any requirements have been specified, these must be met before an action
Layout of references
If any references are given in these Operating Instructions, they appear as:
Example of a reference: [10]
References can be identified by their square brackets and an arrow. The number following the arrow shows you on what page the section starts where you can find further information.
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Item name
Hardware version
number will be shown here.
longer be up-to-date.
voltages within this range.
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3.1
3.2
3.3

Product description

Product description

Scope of delivery

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Scope of delivery
The following items are included in delivery: Job computer SECTION-Control Box (from now also: SC-Box) Installation and Operating Instructions Bracket for installation

System requirements

For the system to work correctly, the following conditions must be fulfilled: Terminal from Müller-Elektronik, from software version 3.90 On-board computer Spraydos from Müller-Elektronik or a manufacturer-specific option. You will
obtain precise information about the on-board computers compatible with the SC-Box from your
manufacturer.
When you want to use the SC-Box together with SECTION-Control: Plug-in “TRACK-Leader” must be enabled. Activate the "TaskManager" plugin. License "TRACK-Leader II" must be activated. License "SECTION-Control" must be activated.

Information on the nameplate

On the job computer you will find a manufacturer's plate in the form of a sticker. On this sticker you can find all the information you need to clearly identify the product.
Have these details ready when you contact Customer Services.
Manufacturer's nameplate on the side of the job computer
Serial number
Customer number
If the product was manufactured for an agricultural machinery manufacturer, the agricultural machinery manufacturer's item
Software version If you update the software, this version will no
Operating voltage The product may only be connected to
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Socket for voltage supply cable to on-board computer
Socket for wheel sensor
39-pole plug
Connect to the on-board computer.
Socket for junction box
Connection to voltage supply
3.4
Product description
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Connectors on the SC-Box

Connectors on the SC-Box
Bottom side of SC-Box with article number 30302670
Cable to terminal
Screen
Output for signals.
Input for signals.
The cable and socket arrangement on the bottom side of the SC-Box can vary. The amount and arrangement of cables will be adjusted to the on-board computer type. Check the plug to see what a cable is intended for and where it shall be connected.
Signal plug for connection to on-board computer
The signal plug for connection to the on-board computer can look different depending on the article number of the SC-Box and on-board computer type.
39-pole signal plug for connection to on-board computer
Plug for connection to voltage supply
Permitted voltage supply can be found in chapter "Technical data“.
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Product description
Connectors on the SC-Box
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Voltage supply
Connector for connection to the terminal
D-Sub plug
Socket for wheel sensor
Only connect a wheel sensor to the socket when it is not connected to the junction box. The rule is that you must connect the wheel sensor to the SC-Box when you control a self propelled field sprayer.
The wheel sensor socket is covered with a dust protection cap.
Left: socket with dust protection cap; Right: socket without dust protection cap
The socket is absent for these on-board computers: Dammann on-board computer
Socket for voltage supply cable to on-board computer
This socket is intended for sending the supply voltage further to the on-board computer.
Socket for junction box
The amount of pins in this socket depends on the SC-Box model and must fit your junction box.
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4.1
4.2
4.3
Procedure
4.4

Installation

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System overview

Installation
System overview
You will find the system overview on the sticker on the CS-Box casing.

Mounting the SC-Box in the tractor cab

For mounting the SC-Box in the tractor cabin you can use the holder which is included in the delivery scope and the holder bracket on the SC-Box rear side.
The SC-Box does not require any control. Therefore, mount it in a place in which it does not disturb the driver.

Connecting the SC-Box

You will see how to connect the SC-Box with the on-board computer in the drawing on the SC-Box and in the drawing in chapterr System overview [14]
1. Disconnect the voltage supply to the on-board computer (SPRAYDOS).
2. Connect the voltage supply cable of the on-board computer to the voltage supply socket on the
SC-Box.
3. Clamp the signal plug out of the junction box (the label says Junction Box) of the job computer.
4. Connect the signal plug to the SC-Box.
5. Connect the signal plug coming out of the SC-Box to the on-board computer.
6. Connect the SC-Box to a terminal from Müller-Elektronik.
7. Connect the voltage supply cable of the SC-Box to voltage supply.
8. Switch on the on-board computer.
The on-board computer boots up.
The terminal boots up.
The SC-Box application will be loaded on the terminal.
You have connected the SC-Box correctly.

Fitting multi-function joystick (MFG)

The joystick can be additionally connected to the terminal.
Read the following chapter to learn which functions you can control with the joystick: Joystick button assignment
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For attachment in the cabin
Procedure
4.5
Procedure
Installation

Connecting the wheel sensor

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Connecting multi-function joystick
Mounting angle
Socket for connection to the SC-Box
Connector for connection to the terminal
You fit the multi-function joystick as follows:
1. Fit the multi-function joystick next to the driver on the right.
2. Plug in the D-sub socket of the SC-Box to the joystick socket.
3. Plug in connector A on the multi-function joystick to socket A on the terminal.
The joystick now connects the SC-Box with the terminal.
When the terminal is switched on, the LED on the multi-function joystick lights up.
Connecting the wheel sensor
Wheel sensor (also called Sensor X) is a sensor that determines the speed of the vehicle.
You will find the installation guide to the wheel sensor in the installation guide to the on-board computer.
Connect the wheel sensor to the SC-Box only after the wheel sensor had been connected to the on­board computer.
For on-board computers of the Dammann company connected to the SC-Box with a 64-pole plug, you do not have to connect the wheel sensor separately.
This is how you connect the wheel sensor to the SC-Box:
1. Remove the dust protection cap on the SC-Box bottom side.
2. Connect the wheel sensor to the SC-Box:
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5.1
5.2
5.3
Procedure
Procedure

Basic control principles

5

What changes for you

Basic control principles
What changes for you
If you have controlled your field sprayer with an on-board computer until now – e.g. SPRAYDOS, then you need to make some changes after you have installed the SC-Box.
The following functions can no longer be controlled with the on-board computer: All functions controlling the spreading:
– Setting rate

What does not change for you

You can continue using your on-board computer for the following functions: All functions controlled hydraulically:
– Raise boom
– Lower boom
– Slope boom
– etc.
Control of sections
– Opening and closing of separate section valves
– Opening and closing section main switch
When using the SECTION-Control application in automatic mode, you need not switch the sections manually.
– Regulate spread rate
Spraying pressure indication

Switching job computer on and off

You can switch on the job computer as follows:
1. Switch on the on-board computer.
The terminal will switch on.
The LED on the multi-function joystick begins to light up.
You have switched on the job computer.
You can switch off the job computer as follows:
1. Switch off the on-board computer.
The terminal will switch off.
2. Wait until the LED on the multi-function joystick goes out.
You have switched off the job computer.
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5.4
Procedure
5.5
5.6
Basic control principles

Initial start-up

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Initial start-up
Once the job computer is fitted, installed and connected to the terminal, you can start it up for the first time.
1. Switch on the on-board computer.
The terminal switches on automatically along with the on-board computer.
The job computer will be switched on together with the terminal.
2.
- Call the "Selection Menu" application on the terminal.
The following screen appears:
The job computer will be loaded by the terminal. You will see the progress bar next to the
Sprayer application icon.
The job computer has been started once the name of the job computer appears next to the
field sprayer symbol.
3. Start the Job Computer Sprayer application. [ 17]
4. Configure the SC-Box job computer. [ 25]
See further details in: Configuring the on-board computer [ 24] Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box [ 25]

Job computer in the terminal selection menu

The SC-Box job computer logs on in the "Selection Menu" application as the job computer sprayer.

Inputting data

In this section you learn how to enter data when the data input screen appears.
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Cursor 1
new number should be entered.
Numbers for selection
field.
Procedure
5.7
5.7.1
Basic control principles
5

Screen structure

Data input screen
On the input field mark the position where a
Input field Contains number fields for entering a value.
Cursor 2 Selects a number to be entered in the input
Enter a number as follows:
You have called up the data input screen.
Cursor 1 marks the position in the input field where a new number will be entered.
1. Mark the desired number with cursor 2.
2. Click on the marked number.
The number clicked appears in the input field.
Cursor 1 moves one field to the right
3. Set additional numbers.
4. Highlight and click on "OK" to terminate the input and apply it.
Screen structure

Layout of work screen

The work screen is always shown during work and informs you of the status of the field sprayer.
You can read about the information that appears in these areas in the following sections.
Function icons appear beside the work screen, which perform functions when they are tapped. Their position and operation depend on the type of ISOBUS terminal.
In the table below, you can see the meaning of the function icons on the work screen.
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Preset application rate in l/ha.
(only when the pressure sensor is configured).
Current speed of the field sprayer in km/h.
Icon
Meaning
- All sections have been closed on the on-board computer.
than “Minimum speed”
See section: Documenting work results [➙ 44]
5.7.2
5.7.3
Basic control principles
Screen structure
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Spray data area

Spray data area
Rate
Additional icons
Current rate
Current application rate in l/ha.
Speed
Depending on the configuration, the following icons may appear:
Pressure Current pressure of the sprayed liquid in bar
Spreading is deactivated. It will be activated automatically again as soon as conditions allow.
Possible causes:
- The current speed is less than the parameter “minimum speed”.
- SECTION-Control has closed all sections.
Automatic mode is deactivated. Spray pressure is not regulated. The current speed is lower than the parameter “Min Auto speed” and larger
The field sprayer is in manual mode. You must regulate the application rate manually.
The rate will be specified by the “TaskManager” application.
The spraying functions are switched on and off via an “S-Box” or on­board computer switches.
Trip counter is deactivated

Selectable area 1

This area has two pages: Page with information about the activated functions. Page with counters
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content.
Workable area
application rate.
Area output / hour Workable distance
current conditions.
is switched off.
are preselected and applying.
5.7.4
Illustration
Basic control principles
5
Screen structure
- Switch between page 1 and page 2
Information on page 1
There is no information on the first page.
Information on page 2
The following diagram shows the information that can appear in this area:
Selectable area 1: Page 2
Current tank content Depending on the spray equipment, this shows either the calculated or measured tank
Flow rate per minute Flow rate through the main flow meter.
The area shown here can still be processed with the current tank content and the current
This distance can still be processed under the

Boom display area

In the boom display you find the following information: Number of sections Which sections are preselected or switched off Which sections are applying
The diagrams below show how the sections may appear in the boom display area:
Boom display area – example 1
Section 1
Sections 2 to 7
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is switched off.
are preselected, but they are not applying.
Sections 1 and 7 have been deactivated manually using the joystick.
Sections 2 to 5 are spraying.
Section 6 has been deactivated by SECTION-Control.
Display
Section status
Section is ready for application.
Section is applying.
automatic mode.
Possible statuses
5.8
Basic control principles

Switching between joystick and on-board computer

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Boom display area – example 2
Section 1
Sections 2 to 7
Additional statuses are available if you are using the SECTION-Control application. The next diagram shows how the section status is represented if a wedge-shaped area is being treated and the user has previously deactivated the outer sections using the joystick.
Section status. Left: on the job computer; Right: with SECTION-Control
There are four statuses for the sections.
You can read a section's status on the work screen in the boom display area.
The following section statuses are possible:
Section is switched off.
Section is preselected.
Section is preselected and the main section switch is switched on.
Switching between joystick and on-board computer
As you use the SC-Box, you can control the sections and main switch with these units: With on-board computer switches
Section was switched off manually while the SECTION-Control application was operating in automatic mode.
This section is not switched on or off while SECTION-Control is operating in
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Position of the switch
Color of the LED
Procedure
5.9
Side-mounted switch
Procedure
Basic control principles
5

Operating the ME joystick

With the joystick or terminal keys
This is how you change the unit used for section control:
1. Call the start screen on the terminal.
2.
- Press.
- displays on the work screen. You can control the sections with the on-board
computer switches.
3.
the terminal.
- Press.
- will be hidden out. You can control the sections with the joystick keys or keys on
Operating the ME joystick
With the ME joystick, you can activate and deactivate the sprayer functions.
For example: Open main valve Switch off sections from left to right Lifting and lowering the boom manually
Three functions are assigned to each button. The position of the side switch determines the function that is executed when a button is pressed.
Red
Yellow
Green
To operate the ME joystick:
The work screen is called up.
1. Move the side switch into the desired position and hold.
The LED on the ME joystick lights up in the corresponding colour.
2. Press button with the desired function.
The function is executed.
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5.10
Procedure
Basic control principles

Controlling the SC-Box with terminal keys

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Controlling the SC-Box with terminal keys
If you do not have any joystick on the field sprayer or should the joystick fail, you can also control the spraying functions with additional keys in the work screen.
This is how you control the SC-Box with the keys on the terminal:
1. In menu "Activate options“ set the value of the "Joystick type“ parameter to "without joystick“. [ 27]
2. Restart the job computer.
After restart, this function icon appears in the work screen:
3.
- press until these function icons have appeared:
4. Use function keys in accordance with the operating instructions.
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Icon on
computer
Function
Value in on-board
puter (here you
can enter the value)
Read this chapter
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Procedure

Configuring the on-board computer

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Configuring the on-board computer
As the SC-Box takes over the spread rate control function, many functions and settings on the on­board computer are redundant.
If you fit an existing system with the SC-Box, you can write down the field sprayer parameters from the on-board computer and use them as the base for SC-Box configuration.
You can keep these functions as they are, deactivate them and/or set them to 0. Anyway, the SC-Box will ignore them.
The following table shows an overview of replaced and new functions.
on-board
Target rate
Impulses/100m
No. of sections
Working width
Impulses/liter
com
Entering field sprayer parameters [25]
Calibrating the wheel sensor [32]
Entering the number of sections [33]
Entering field sprayer parameters [25]
Calibrating the flow meter [27]
Regulation factor
Circulation type
Entering field sprayer parameters [25]
Setting manifold type [27]
To configure the on-board computer:
1. Use the table above to transfer the parameters configured in the on-board computer to the SC­Box.
2. On the on-board computer, set the “Manual/Automatic” switch to “Manual”. The SC-Box can now work trouble-free. You can now use the “+” and “-” keys on the on-board computer to manually change the
target rate.
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7.1
When to enter?
Procedure

Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box

Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box

Entering field sprayer parameters

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Entering field sprayer parameters
Enter the parameters in the following cases: Prior to initial start-up. When the field sprayer parameters change.
The parameters appearing on your screen depend on the type and configuration of your sprayer.
The quantity entered as the target rate will be applied when the sprayer is working in automatic mode.
Working width of sprayer.
Number of impulses the wheel sensor sends to the job computer on a 100m distance. Used to calculate the speed.
The number is determined by the wheel sensor calibration.
In Automatic mode, the spray pressure of the nozzles is adapted to the current speed of the sprayer. The adjustment should ensure that the volume of spray liquid that is applied is exactly what you defined in the target rate. The regulation factor plays a decisive role here.
The regulation factor adjusts the reaction speed of the regulation: The higher the regulation factor, the faster the spray pressure is adjusted. The lower the regulation factor, the more slowly the spray pressure is adjusted.
When setting the regulation factor, you can pay attention to the following: If, during movement at constant speed, the current application volume jumps around the target
value, you need to reduce the regulation factor.
If, when speed is changing, the application volume does not adjust to the rate quickly enough,
you need to increase the regulation factor.
Set limit values for the spray pressure
This setting defines a spray pressure range within which the spray pressure is optimal.
If the spray pressure is above or below the maximum limit values, an alarm will be triggered.
You can choose your own limit values as required.
If no pressure sensor is installed on your sprayer, you must enter "0" as the value.
SC-Box ignores this parameter.
(Minimum working speed)
If the sprayer speed drops below the minimum working speed, the following happens: Application will be switched off automatically.
The work screen displays the icon
When the value is set to 0, this function is deactivated.
If the sprayer falls below this speed, the following happens: The flow will no longer be regulated and the flow remains unchanged. Manual mode will be activated.
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7.2
Procedure
7.2.1
7.2.2
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
7

Options activation

The work screen displays the icon
When the value is set to 0, this function is deactivated.
Size of the tank for the spray liquid.
When the volume of spray mixture in the tank falls below this value, an alarm message appears on the screen.
Number of impulses the flow meter sends to the job computer per one liter of liquid. Used to calculate the application rate.
The number is determined by the flow meter calibration.
Options activation
You can activate several options on the job computer.
You can activate the desired option as follows:
1. Switch to the screen "Parameters – Options activation":
2. Click on the desired option.
A list with possible options will appear.
3. Select desired option from the list.
4. Restart the job computer.
The selected option will be activated after the restart.

Setting sections switching type

Sections switching
Type and way in which sections are switched on and off.
– "Sequential mode" [ 42]
This type is intended for normal spraying work. It is also suitable for spraying on wedge­shaped areas and strips that are narrower than the working width of the field sprayer.
– "Localized mode" [ 42]
This mode is designed for treating weed infestations. Sections can be switched individually and independently of one another.

Setting filling type

Filling mode
– "manual"
For field sprayers without TANK-Control.
– "TANK-Control"
For field sprayers with TANK-Control.
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7.2.3
7.2.4
7.2.5
7.3
When should you calibrate?
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box

Calibrating the flow meter

7

Setting joystick type

Joystick type
– "Without Joystick"
For the functions that are normally operated with the joystick, additional function icons appear on the terminal. The field sprayer can be operated with the terminal buttons. The function icons appear in the work screen extension.
The multi-function joystick can continue to be used.
– "ME-Joystick"
An "ME-Joystick" or on-board computer is connected to the terminal and to the SC-Box. The field sprayer is operated with the joystick.
– "Reject ME-Joystick"
The joystick will be deactivated. If the user presses a button on the joystick, it will be ignored by the job computer.

Setting manifold type

Circulation type
– "Non constant pressure"
For manifolds without the "Constant pressure" function.
– "Constant pressure"
For manifolds with the "Constant pressure" function.
– "D-Type"
For field sprayers that use a pneumatic regulator to regulate the pressure.

Establishing CAN connection type

This parameter defines the way the job computer communicates with the terminal and which information is sent in the process. The configuration depends on the type of terminal.
CAN: "ME Eco"
For ECO terminals
"ME ISO / no Serial No."
For ISOBUS terminals The serial number of the hardware will not be transferred and will not appear in the selection menu of the terminal.
"ME ISO / Serial No."
For ISOBUS terminals The serial number of the hardware is transferred via CAN and appears in the selection menu of the terminal. Important for working with the "ISOBUS-TC" app.
Calibrating the flow meter
Because the number of impulses per liter can change during the lifespan of a flow meter, calibration must be carried out in the following cases: Prior to initial start-up.
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NOTICE
Imprecise calibration
Calibrate the flow meter very precisely.
WARNING
Wear required protective equipment.
Methods
7.3.1
Mode of operation
Procedure
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
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Calibrating the flow meter
At the start of each season. When you detect deviations between the quantity actually sprayed and the quantity displayed. When you have replaced or repaired the flow meter.
There are two ways you can calibrate the flow meter: The tank method – it is time-consuming, but precise. The nozzle method – it is not as precise as the tank method, but is less time-consuming.
If the calibration is imprecise, the calculations will be very inaccurate and the application imprecise.

Calibrating the flow meter with the tank method

With the tank method, a large quantity of water will be applied from the tank over a specific time.
The flow meter measures the impulses during this time.
After the application, you must enter the quantity of water that has been applied.
The computer calculates the number of impulses per litre.
Spray liquid or spray liquid residues
Danger of poisoning or chemical burning
Clean the spray liquid tank thoroughly prior to calibration. The sprayer must be free of spray
liquids or spray liquid residues.
Use only clear water during calibration.
All sections are selected.
Manual mode is activated (the
icon appears in the "Spray data" area of the work screen).
The tank is filled with clear water. For this, you need several hundred liters of clear water.
You have the option of weighing the entire trailer or measuring the volume of water applied with
another method.
Pump is switched on.
1. Ensure that all prerequisites have been fulfilled.
2. Switch to the "CALIBRATION" screen:
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Calibrating the flow meter
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The following screen appears:
3.
- Select the tank method.
The following screen appears:
4.
- Start application.
During application the number of pulses will be counted in the screen "CALIBRATION –
Main flow meter".
5. Apply a few hundred liters. Do not empty the container fully. This prevents air bubbles forming and distorting the result.
6.
- Stop application. The application will be stopped. No pulses are counted on the display.
7.
- Stop calibration. A new line appears: "Water volume"
8. Determine the quantity applied. For example, by weighing the tank before and after the
application and calculating the difference.
9. Enter the applied quantity in liters in the "Water volume" line.
10.
- Exit screen.
You have calibrated the flow meter with the tank method.
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WARNING
Wear required protective equipment.
7.3.2
Mode of operation
Procedure
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
7
Calibrating the flow meter

Calibrating the flow meter with the nozzle method

When calibrating the flow meter using the nozzle method, you determine the average quantity of the liquid applied through a nozzle in a specific time.
When calibrating using this method, you must apply clean water over the entire working width and measure the applied quantity on different nozzles using a measuring cup.
The flow meter measures the impulses during this time.
When you have finished the application, you must enter how much water was applied on average by one nozzle in one minute.
The computer calculates the number of impulses per litre.
Spray liquid or spray liquid residues
Danger of poisoning or chemical burning
Clean the spray liquid tank thoroughly prior to calibration. The sprayer must be free of spray
liquids or spray liquid residues.
Use only clear water during calibration.
You have prepared a measuring cup you can use to measure the applied quantity.
You have prepared a stopwatch to be able to count one minute precisely.
All of the sections are preselected, and the sprayer can apply over the entire working width.
Manual mode is activated (the
icon appears in the "Spray data" area of the work screen).
The tank is filled with clear water.
The set working width is correct.
The number of nozzles per section and the number of sections is entered correctly.
1. Ensure that all prerequisites have been fulfilled.
2. Switch to the "CALIBRATION" screen:
The following screen appears:
3.
- Select the nozzle method.
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7.3.3
Procedure
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
Calibrating the flow meter
7
The following screen appears:
The line "Measured flow" will display the previous flow rate.
4.
- Start application.
5. Go to one nozzle and for 60 seconds carefully collect the water sprayed by using the prepared
measuring cup.
6. Write down the applied water volume.
7. Repeat the last two steps on several nozzles.
8. Calculate and write down an average of several measurements.
9.
- Stop application.
The application will be stopped.
10.
- Stop calibration.
Line "Real flow" appears.
11. Enter the average applied quantity in liters on the "Real flow" line.
12.
- Exit screen.
The value of the "Pulses main flow" parameter will be adjusted.
You have calibrated the flow meter with the nozzle method.

Manually entering the number of impulses per liter for the flow meter

If you know the precise number of impulses per liter for the flow meter, you can enter this value manually.
1. Switch to the "PARAMETERS" screen:
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NOTICE
Calibrate the wheel sensor very precisely.
7.4
When should you calibrate?
7.4.1
Procedure
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
7

Calibrating the wheel sensor

The following screen appears:
2. Enter the number of pulses per liter in the line "Pulses main flow".
Calibrating the wheel sensor
When you have fitted a wheel sensor (Sensor X) on the wheel of the tractor. Prior to initial start-up. After changing tires. After tractor change (if the wheel sensor was fitted to the tractor's wheel). When the speed shown on the work screen is incorrect. When the traveled distance shown on the work screen is incorrect.
Imprecise calibration
The speed cannot be precisely determined with an incorrectly calibrated wheel sensor. As a result, all the calculations of the applied area, the traveled distance and the volume applied will be highly imprecise.

Determining the pulses per 100 meters

When calibrating the wheel sensor with the 100m method, you determine the number of pulses received by the sensor over a distance of 100 meters.
In order for the system to function correctly, the wheel sensor must receive at least 250 pulses over a distance of 100 meters.
To increase the number of pulses, you must install additional magnets opposite of the wheel sensor.
If you know the number of pulses for the wheel sensor, you can also enter this number manually.
Wheel sensor is installed.
All wheel sensor magnets are fully functional.
A distance of 100m has been measured and marked. The distance must correspond to the field
conditions. It should therefore lead over a meadow or a field.
The tractor with connected implement is operational for a 100m drive and is positioned at the
start of the marked distance.
1. Ensure that all prerequisites have been fulfilled.
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7.5
7.5.1
Procedure
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box

Configuring sections

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2. Switch to the "CALIBRATION – wheel pulses" screen:
The following screen appears:
3.
- Start calibration.
4. The following function icons appear:
- Stop calibration.
- Abort calibration.
5. Drive the previously measured 100m distance and stop at the end.
During the drive, the currently determined pulses are displayed.
6.
7.
The number of pulses appears in the line "Wheel pulses".
Configuring sections
- Stop calibration.
- Exit screen.

Entering the number of sections

Enter the number of sections as follows:
1. Switch to the "SECTIONS" screen:
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7.5.2
When to enter?
Procedure
7.5.3
Results
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
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Configuring sections
The following screen will appear:
2. In the line "Total sections" enter the number of sections.

Entering the number of nozzles per section

You must enter the number of nozzles installed on each section. Prior to initial start-up. If the number of nozzles in a section changes.
To enter the number of nozzles per section:
1. Switch to the "SECTIONS" screen:
The following screen appears:
The number of nozzles appears next to each section.
2.
- Set the number of nozzles that must be changed.
The data input screen appears.
3. Enter desired number of nozzles.
4.
- Exit screen.

Switching sections off permanently

You can permanently switch off any section. This is useful, for example, if the tramlines on the field are designed for a smaller field sprayer than yours.
Switching off the outer sections has the following effects:
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Type of sprayer CRP_X
DRP_Y
ERP_X
attachment point
attachment point
Self-propelled sprayer,
Distance between the
Half the current
Procedure
7.6
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box

Entering the field sprayer geometry

7
With TRACK-Leader: The newly calculated working width will not be taken into account for the
calculation of the headland width.
With SECTION-Control: After switching off the outer sections, you will need to change the “Line
spacing” parameter so that the distance between the guidance lines matches the actual working width. You cannot change the “Working width” parameter.
The actual working width changes. However, as the sprayer has not changed:
– Do not change the “Working width” parameter.
To switch a section off permanently:
1. Switch to the "Sections" screen:
– Do not change the sprayer geometry.
2.
The cursor symbol appears alongside the selected section:
3.
The cursor symbol appears alongside the section that was switched off:
- Select a section.
- Switch the section off or on.
Entering the field sprayer geometry
Sprayer geometry is a set of parameters that describe the dimensions of your implement.
Setting the sprayer geometry lets the software know exactly how long and how wide the implement is and where the individual sections are located.
Sprayer geometry parameters
While setting the sprayer geometry, you must measure the following parameters:
CRP_X - On the diagram
DRP_Y - On the diagram
ERP_X - On the diagram
Trailed sprayer Distance between the
work point and the
Lift mounted sprayer Distance between the
work point and the
Half the current working width
Only when there are sections on the sprayer that are closer or further away from the
Half the current working width
GPS receiver than the work point:
- Calculate the distance between the work point
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CRP_X
DRP_Y
ERP_X
GPS receiver
GPS receiver
point.
Procedure
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box
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Entering the field sprayer geometry
Type of sprayer
with rear boom work point and the
working width and the respective
section
Self-propelled sprayer, with front boom
Distance between the work point and the
Half the current working width
The trailed sprayer is shown on the diagram. If you have activated a different sprayer, it appears on the terminal.
Sprayer geometry overview
Number of sections that are further away from or closer to the GPS receiver than the work
Type of sprayer
ERP X
CRP X
DRP Y
1. Switch to the "Geometry" screen:
The following screen appears:
2. Press the rotary knob:
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Function icon
Function
7.7
Methods
7.7.1
Procedure
Configuring the job computer SECTION-Control Box

Tank filling

7
The following screen appears:
3. Click on your sprayer type.
A diagram of the sprayer appears.
4. Measure following distances on the sprayer:
CRP_X, DRP_Y, ERP_X
5.
Tank filling
- Enter the values in the boxes one after another.
Depending on what additional equipment is fitted to your sprayer, the proceduremay be different.
In doing so, you can: Fill up the tank manually without additional systems Fill up the tank with TANK-Control Fill up the tank with TANK-Control and with fill stop

Filling up the tank manually without additional systems

If you fill up the tank manually without any additional systems, you need to enter the new tank content manually on the terminal.
Tank was fully filled up.
Set tank content to 0 liter.
To enter the new tank content when you have completely refilled the spray liquid tank:
1. Switch to the “Filling - manual ” screen:
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Tank filling
The following screen appears:
2.
- Enter full tank
or
3. In the “New tank content ” box, enter the tank content after refilling.
The new tank content appears in the work screen, in the tank data area.
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Function icon
Function
Icon on the work screen
Meaning
brackets
Field sprayer can carry out application. Spray pressure is not regulated.
Field sprayer automatically switches off.
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8.1
8.1.1
Illustration
Mode of operation

Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field

Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field

Controlling application

8
Controlling application
In this section you will learn how to use the job computer functions that are needed for spraying.

Changing application mode

The job computer lets you work in two modes: In automatic mode – the application rate will be adapted to the speed. In manual mode - the application rate will not be regulated automatically.
On the following diagram you see how this function is shown on the work screen:
Left: Automatic mode, Right: Manual mode
Use the following function keys to operate the function:
Switches the mode between manual and automatic.
Using Automatic mode
In automatic mode, the job computer controls the spray pressure and the main section switch so the application rate can be reached.
You are in automatic mode when one of the following icons appears in the spray data area of the work screen:
Application rate is shown in
Field sprayer can carry out application.
The spray pressure is regulated so that the application rate can be achieved.
The speed of the field sprayer is below "Minimum speed".
The speed of the field sprayer is below "Min. Auto speed".
The spray pressure is adjusted automatically in the following cases: Speed of the field sprayer has changed. Number of sections switched on has changed. You have changed the application rate manually. The application rate has been changed by the information from the application map.
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Function icon
Function
Function icon
Function
Requirements
Controls
Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field
8
Controlling application
The speed and precision with which the rate is adjusted depend on the value of the "Regul. factor" parameter.
You can change the rate manually while driving in automatic mode.
To use automatic mode, the following conditions must be fulfilled: Rate has been entered. Flow meter is calibrated. Wheel sensor is calibrated. Working width is set. The speed of the field sprayer is higher than the "Min Auto speed" specified. The "Regul. factor" parameter has been set.
To operate this function the user needs the ME joystick first of all.
Increase rate by 10%
Reduce rate by 10%
Set rate to 100%
Changing the application rate in manual mode
When the field sprayer is in manual mode, the application is not regulated according to a specified rate. The application rate must be set manually instead.
The application rate must be regulated manually when the following icon appears in the spray data
area of the work screen:
Application in manual mode
Please note that the pressure is also automatically changed when you change the application rate.
To operate this function the user needs the ME joystick first of all.
Use the following function keys to operate the function:
Increases the application rate.
Reduces the application rate.
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8.1.2
Procedure
Immediate application
Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field
Controlling application
8

Starting application

To start the application:
The tractor with the field sprayer is on the field.
You have configured the job computer.
You have folded out the boom.
1. Ensure that all prerequisites have been fulfilled.
2.
- Start application.
In manual mode:
The field sprayer starts the application. Spray cones appear under the boom icon:
In automatic mode:
The field sprayer will be prepared for application. As long as the field sprayer does not move, the following icon appears in the work screen:
3. In automatic mode:
Start up and exceed minimum auto speed ("Min Auto speed" parameter). As soon as the minimum auto speed is exceeded, the field sprayer starts the application.
Spray cones appear under the boom icon:
You have started application.
There may be situations where you want to start spraying while the sprayer is still at a standstill. For example, when you have stopped on the field.
To start immediate application in automatic mode:
The tractor with the field sprayer is on the field.
You have configured the job computer.
You have folded out the boom.
Automatic mode is activated.
1. Press and hold the application button on the joystick for three seconds.
The field sprayer starts the application.
Spray cones appear under the boom icon:
2. Start driving within 5 seconds and exceed the minimum speed for the automatic regulation
(parameter: “Sprayer off below”). Otherwise, the application will be automatically terminated.
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Function icon
Function
opened from the left.
opened from the right.
Cursor bar fully to the left
Cursor bar fully to the right
8.1.3
8.1.4
8.1.5
Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field
8
Controlling application

Stopping application

You can stop application in the following ways:
Drive slower than the set minimum speed (only in automatic mode).
- Close main valve.
or - Close the section valves consecutively.

Operating sections

To operate this function the user needs the ME joystick first of all.
Use the following function keys to operate the function:
Closes section valves from left to right.
Closes section valves from right to left.
Opens section valves from left to right.
or
When all of the section valves are closed, then the first section valve is
Closes section valves from right to left.
or
When all of the section valves are closed, then the first section valve is

Treating weed infestations

"Localized mode" is designed for the targeted treatment of small weed infestations.
In contrast to normal mode, in localized mode you can switch individual sections on and off, even if they are not adjacent to one another.
Work screen in localized mode
The work screen in localized mode differs slightly from the normal work screen.
On the boom display, a cursor bar appears under the boom:
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Function icon
Function
Controls
Procedure
Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field
Controlling application
8
Preselecting and switching off sections in localized mode
Regardless of whether the sprayer is applying, you can move the cursor bar below each section and change the section's status.
Use the following function keys to operate the function:
Move cursor bar to the left
Move cursor bar to the right
Preselect or switch off marked section
When some sections are preselected, start application on these sections
When no sections are preselected, start application on all sections
Activating localized mode
1. Switch to the “Parameters - Options activation” screen:
2. Click on the value under the line “Section switching”.
A list appears.
3. Click on “Localized mode”.
The value “Localized mode” appears under the line “Sections Control”.
- Restart the terminal.
4.
Localized mode is activated after restarting.
ME joystick in localized mode
In localized mode, the assignment of buttons on the ME joystick changes:
Button assignment in localized mode
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Function icon
Function
- The icon blinks on the work screen:
8.2
Operating the job computer SC-Box in the field
8

Documenting work results

Documenting work results
You can document your work in the “Counters” screen.
On the “Counters” screen, there are two types of counter: Trip counter – documents the work until it is deleted. Total counter – documents the work since initial start-up.
The “Counters” screen has the following information: Quantity - Applied quantity. Area - Applied area. Distance – Distance driven during the application. Work time – Total duration of the application.
Use the following function keys to operate the function:
Clear "Volume" counter
Clear "Area" counter
Clear "Distance" counter
Clear "Work time" counter
Back to the work screen
Delete the contents of the trip counter shown
Stop trip counter
- The documentation of the work will be stopped until the terminal is restarted or the function button is pressed again.
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Power supply:
9 - 16 V DC
sensors)
IEC68-2-14Na)
Housing:
Aluminum continuous casting housing with plastic cover
Protection degree:
IP43
Dimensions:
220mm x 220mm x 63mm + cable
Weight:
3,100g
9
9.1
9.2
9.3
Procedure
9.4
9.4.1

Maintenance and technical specifications

Maintenance and technical specifications

Technical data for SC-Box job computer

9
Technical data for SC-Box job computer
Technical data of job computer SECTION-Control Box
Power consumption: 340 mA (at 13.8V without power output, without supply to external
Temperature range: -20 to +70 ºC (in accordance with IEC68-2-14-Nb, IEC68-2-30 and

Preparing system for winter rest

This is how you prepare the system for the winter:
1. Disassemble the SC-Box, the terminal and the on-board computer.
2. Store the SC-Box, the terminal and the on-board computer in a warm and dry place over winter.

Checking the software version

In the Sprayer job computer application, you can check the following software versions: SPRECO1: Software version on job computer SC-Box OP: Version of the object pool used.
1. Switch to the "PARAMETERS - Options activation" screen:
2. The currently installed software version appears on the bottom edge of the screen.

Fault diagnostics

“Simulated Speed” function

The simulated speed function is only used during tests and when looking for faults. It simulates the movement of the implement when the implement is at a standstill.
By activating the “Simulated speed” function, it is possible for customer service employees to check the correct functioning of a sensor.
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In manual mode: Reduce application rate.
In manual mode: Increase application rate.
Procedure
9.5
Maintenance and technical specifications
9

ME joystick button assignment

By default, the value is set at 0 km/h and the function is switched off.
After restarting the computer, the function is always deactivated.
The most recently set value is saved and used for the next activation.
1. Switch to the "Calibration / Wheel pulses" screen:
2.
- Activate the simulated speed.
The "Simulated Speed" line appears.
3.
- Call up the data input screen.
4. In the data input screen, enter the speed that should be simulated.
5.
The set speed appears on the work screen.
- Exit screen.
ME joystick button assignment
The following diagrams show which functions are activated when you press a specific button on the ME joystick.
The diagrams also show which position the side switch must be in:
Set rate to 100%.
Switch section main switch on and off.
Switch on sections from right to left
Switch on sections from left to right
Switch off sections from right to left
Switch off sections from left to right
In automatic mode: Reduce the rate by 10%
In automatic mode: Increase the rate by 10%
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Text of alarm message
Meaning
Low tank content
The volume of spray mixture in the tank has fallen below the "Tank level alarm" value.
Set value out of reach
10

Alarm messages

It may occur that a warning message or warning icon appears on the terminal screen during work. Warning icons appear in the header of the work screen. Warning messages appear in a pop-up window.
The following table lists possible error messages and a short help to remedy the fault.
Alarm messages connected with spray functions
Alarm messages
10
SPRAY REGULATION
The system cannot adjust the application rate to the rate.
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