Topcon System 350, System 350 X30 Operator's Manual
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Spreader Controller
System 350
X30 Console
Operator’s Manual
X30 Spreader Controller
Operator’s Manual
Part Number: AGA4950-EN
Rev Number: 1.0
.1
For use with Software Version 3.12.12
© Copyright Topcon Precision Agriculture
August 2012
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Preface
This manual provides information about operating and
maintaining this Topcon Precision Agriculture product. Correct
use and servicing is important for safe and reliable operation of
the product.
It is very important that you take the time to read this manual
before using the product.
Information in this manual is current at the time of publication. A
system may vary slightly. The manufacturer reserves the right to
redesign and change the system as necessary without notification.
Alert Symbols
In this manual two alert symbols are used.
This offers additional information.
Warning: A warning signal appears on safety
signs and in this manual to show that this
information is very important to your safety.
LEARN these and APPLY them.
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Terms and Conditions
Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.
General
APPLICATION
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the product from Topcon Precision
Agriculture (TPA) or from one
TPA’s product dealers.
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information and data in this manual
are a valuable asset of TPA and are
developed by the expenditure of
considerable work, time and money,
and are the result of original
selection, coordination and
arrangement by TPA.
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Conditions.
IMPORTANT: SAFETY
- Improper
use of the product can lead to death
or injury to persons, damage to
property and/or malfunction of the
product. The product should only be
repaired by authorized TPA service
centers. You should closely review
the safety warnings and directions as
to the proper use of the product in
this manual and at all times comply
with the same.
Limited Warranty
ELECTRONIC AND
MECHANICAL COMPONENTS
-
TPA warrants that the electronic
components manufactured by TPA
shall be free of defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of one
year from the original date of
shipment to the dealer. TPA
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warrants that all valves, hoses, cables
and mechanical parts manufactured
by TPA shall be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of
purchase.
RETURN AND REPAIR - During
the respective warranty periods, any
of the above items found defective
may be shipped to TPA for repair.
TPA will promptly repair or replace
the defective item at no charge, and
ship it back to you. You must pay the
shipping and handling charges in
respect of the same. Calibration of
components, labor and travel
expenses incurred for in-field
removal and replacement of
components are not covered in this
warranty policy. The foregoing
warranty shall NOT apply to damage
or defects resulting from:
(i) disaster, accident or abuse
(ii) normal wear and tear
(iii) improper use and/or
maintenance
(iv) unauthorized modifications of
the product; and/or
(v) use of the product in
combination with other products
not supplied or specified by
TPA.
Software accompanying any product
is licensed for use in connection with
the product and not sold. Use of
software that is provided with a
separate end user license agreement
(“EULA”) will be subject to the
terms and conditions, including those
relating to limited warranty, of the
applicable EULA, notwithstanding
anything in these Terms and
Conditions to the contrary.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER -
OTHER THAN FOR THE ABOVE
WARRANTIES, WARRANTIES
PROVIDED IN AN APPLICABLE
WARRANTY CARD, APPENDIX
OR END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT, THIS MANUAL,
THE PRODUCT AND RELATED
SOFTWARE ARE PROVIDE ‘ASIS’. THERE ARE NO OTHER
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THE MANUAL AND THE
PRODUCT (INCLUDING ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OR
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FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
USE OR PURPOSE). TPA IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE
OPERATION OF GNSS
SATELLITES AND/OR
AVAILABILITY, CONTINUITY,
ACCURACY, OR INTEGRITY OF
GNSS SATELLITE SIGNALS.
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costs (including attorneys’ fees)
arising from, or relating to (a) your
operation use, or maintenance of the
product and/or software other than as
provided for in this manual or the
applicable end user license
agreement; and (b) your negligence
or wrongful act or omission in
respect of the product.
In any event, TPA’s liability to you
or any other person for any claim,
loss or damage (in contract, tort or
on any other basis) will be limited
(in TPA’s option) to either (a) the
replacement or repair of the product,
or (b) payment of the cost of
replacing or repairing the product.
Other
These Terms and Conditions may be
amended, modified, superseded or
cancelled, at any time by TPA.
These Terms and Conditions will be
governed by, and construed in
accordance with:
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product is sold and supplied to
you in Australia (in which case
the courts of South Australia or
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(Adelaide Registry) have
exclusive jurisdiction in respect
of any claim or dispute) or
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if the product is sold and supplied
to you outside of Australia
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applications contained herein are
based on the latest available
information at the time of
publication. TPA reserves the right
to make product changes at any time
without notice.
If any part of these Terms and
Conditions would be unenforceable,
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the extent necessary to avoid that
result, and if the provision cannot be
read down to that extent, it must be
severed without affecting the validity
and enforceability of the remainder
of these Terms and Conditions.
Service Information
Service assistance can be provided
by contacting your local TPA
Authorized Dealer.
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Communications Regulation Information
FCC Compliance Statement (USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class ‘A’ digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at the user's expense.
FCC Compliance Statement (Canada)
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of
the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulation.
CE EMC Statement (European Community)
Warning: This is a class ‘A’ product. In a domestic
environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
‘C’ Tick EMC Statement (Australia & New Zealand)
This product meets the applicable requirements of the
Australia and New Zealand EMC Framework.
Type Approval and Safety Regulations
Type approval may be required in some countries to license the
use of transmitters on certain band frequencies. Check with local
authorities and your dealer. Unauthorized modification of the
equipment may void that approval, the warranty and the license to
use the equipment.
The receiver contains internal radio-modem. This can potentially
send signals. Regulations vary between countries, so check with
the dealer and local regulators for information on licensed and
unlicensed frequencies. Some may involve subscriptions.
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Radio and Television Interference
This computer equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radiofrequency energy. If it is not installed and used correctly in strict
accordance with Topcon Precision Agriculture instructions, it
may cause interference with radio communication.
You can check if interference is being caused by this equipment
by turning the Topcon equipment off to see if the interference
stops. If the equipment is causing interference to a radio or other
electronic device, try:
Turning the radio antenna until the interference stops
Moving the equipment to either side of the radio or other
electronic device
Moving the equipment farther away from the radio or other
electronic device
Connecting the equipment to another circuit that is not linked
to the radio.
To reduce potential interference, operate the equipment at the
lowest gain level that will allow successful communication.
If necessary contact your nearest Topcon Precision Agriculture
dealer for assistance.
Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by
Topcon Precision Agriculture could void the EMC
compliance and negate authority to operate the product.
This product was tested for EMC compliance using Topcon
Precision Agriculture peripheral devices, shielded cables
and connectors. It is important to use Topcon Precision
Agriculture devices between system components to reduce
the possibility of interference with other devices.
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General Safety
DANGER: It is essential that the following
information and the product specific safety
information is read and understood.
Most incidents arising during operation, maintenance and repair
are caused by a failure to observe basic safety rules or
precautions. Always be alert to potential hazards and hazardous
situations.
Always follow the instructions that accompany a Warning or
Caution. The information these provide aims to minimize risk of
injury and/or damage to property.
In particular follow instructions presented as Safety Messages.
Safety Messages and Warnings
The safety symbol is used with the relevant word: DANGER,
WARNING or CAUTION.
Messages marked in this way recommend safety precautions and
practices. LEARN and apply them.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in DEATH
OR VERY SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, may result in MINOR
INJURY.
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Safety Signs
WARNING: DO NOT remove or obscure safety signs.
Replace any safety signs that are not readable or are
missing. Replacement signs are available from your
dealer in the event of loss or damage.
If a used vehicle has been purchased, make sure all safety signs
are in the correct location and can be read. Replace any safety
signs that cannot be read or are missing. Replacement safety signs
are available from your dealer.
Operator Safety
WARNING: It is YOUR responsibility to read and
understand the safety sections in this book before
operating this vehicle. Remember that YOU are the
key to safety.
Good safety practices not only protect you, but also the people
around you. Study this manual as part of your safety program.
This safety information only relates to Topcon equipment and
does not replace other usual safe work practices.
WARNING: In some of the illustrations or photos
used in this manual, panels or guards may have
been removed for demonstration purposes. Never
operate the vehicle with any panels or guards
removed. If the removal of panels or guards is
necessary to make a repair, these MUST be replaced
before operation.
Warning: Always check that any suspended vehicle
attachments are lowered to the ground before
beginning repair or maintenance work on a vehicle.
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Warning: Vehicle and implement parts can become
hot during operation and may be under pressure.
Refer to vehicle manuals.
Warning: Wear appropriate protective clothing for
the task being undertaken and conditions.
Warning: Do not operate equipment around
explosive equipment or supplies.
Warning: Topcon is committed to good
environmental performance and minimizes the use
of any potentially harmful substances in its products.
However, it is always advisable not to handle
damaged electronic equipment.
This Topcon product may contain a sealed lithium
battery.
Always dispose of any electronic equipment
thoughtfully and responsibly.
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Exposure to Radio Frequency
Exposure to energy from radio frequencies is an important safety
issue. Keep a distance of at least 20 cm (7.8 inches) between
people and any radiating antenna. Keep a distance of at least 20
cm between transmitting antennas.
Warning: Products using cellular modem or an
RTK base station can transmit radio frequency
energy. Check with your dealer.
This device is designed to operate with TPA approved antennas.
Discuss with your dealer.
Preparation for Operation
Read and understand this manual and learn all of the controls
before you use the equipment.
Keep the manual with the equipment.
If the equipment is moved to another vehicle, move the
manual as well.
Read the manual for the vehicle with which the equipment
will be used and check that the vehicle has the correct
equipment required by local regulations.
Make sure you understand the speed, brakes, steering,
stability, and load characteristics of the vehicle before you
start.
Check all controls in an area clear of people and obstacles
before starting work.
Identify possible hazards.
Warning: Topcon equipment must not be used by an
operator affected by alcohol or drugs. Seek medical
advice if using prescription or over-the-counter
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medication.
Disclaimer
Topcon accepts no responsibility or liability for damages to
property, personal injuries, or death resulting from the misuse or
abuse of any of its products.
Further, Topcon accepts no responsibility for the use of Topcon
equipment or the GNSS signal for any purpose other than the
intended purpose.
Topcon cannot guarantee the accuracy, integrity, continuity, or
availability of the GNSS signal.
The operator must ensure that the equipment is correctly turned
off when not in use.
Before operating any vehicle equipped with Topcon products,
read and understand the following product specific safety
precautions.
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X30 Important Safety Information
Operator Alertness and Responsibility
The X30 helps the operator to steer the vehicle, but the operator
remains in charge and must be alert and in complete control of the
vehicle at all times. The operator is ultimately responsible for safe
operation of this equipment.
It is essential that safety requirements are met when operating the
X30 and any of its components. All operators and other relevant
personnel must be advised of safety requirements.
Electrical Safety
Warning: Incorrectly connected power can cause
severe injury and damage to people or the
equipment.
When working with electrical components, you must do the
following:
Make sure the negative terminal of the battery is
disconnected before doing any welding on the vehicle.
Check that all power cables to system components are
connected to the correct polarity as marked. Please refer to
the vehicle manual for safety information.
Check that equipment is grounded in accordance with
installation instructions.
Operation and Risk of Obstacles
The following list is not exhaustive or limited. To use the X30 for
assisted steering along a defined wayline, the operator must
ensure that it is used:
Away from people and obstacles
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Away from high voltage power lines or other overhead
obstructions (identify any clearance problems before
activating the X30)
On private property without public access
Within cleared fields
Off public roads or access ways.
Note that:
The operator needs to know the vehicle’s position and the
field conditions at all times.
The operator will need to respond if the GNSS satellite or
differential correction signal is lost momentarily.
The X30 cannot detect obstacles (people, livestock or other).
Only use the X30 in areas that are clear of obstacles and keep
a proper distance.
Steering needs to be disengaged for manual control if an
obstacle appears in the path or the vehicle moves away from
the wayline.
On/Off and Manual Control
Warning: Ensure the steering switch is in the Off
position to prevent unintentional engagement of
the assisted steering. When repairing or
maintaining the vehicle/implement, ensure the
vehicle CANNOT be moved. Disengage steering,
apply brakes and remove keys.
The operator must ensure that the steering switch is in the Off
position (all LED indicators are off) when assisted steering is not
being used.
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The operator must disengage assisted steering and use manual
control if an obstacle is in the line of travel or moves into the line
of travel, or if the vehicle steers away from the desired wayline.
To disengage assisted steering:
Turn the steering wheel a few degrees OR
Select the Disengage Auto Steering button on the console
AND/OR
Move the steering switch to the OFF position if the above
actions do not disengage assisted steering.
Vehicle Shut Down Safety
Before leaving the vehicle, disengage assisted steering, turn the
steering switch to the OFF position, and remove the key from the
key switch.
Using a Reference (Base) Station
WARNING: Do not move a reference station
while in operation. Moving an operating reference
station can interfere with the controlled steering of
a system using the reference station. This could
result in personal injury or damage to property.
Operators and other affected personnel must be advised of the
following safety precautions.
Do not erect the reference station under or within the vicinity
of high voltage power lines.
When using the portable reference station, make sure that the
tripod is securely mounted.
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To Get the Best Out of the Product
Back up data regularly. The console has large, but limited storage
capacity. Use the Diagnostics Mini-view to view capacity
available. A warning screen displays if storage is reaching its
limit.
Be aware of file format compatibility. Discuss compatible formats
with the dealer.
Topcon Agricultural Products are hardy and designed to work in
tough conditions. However, should equipment be unused for a
length of time, store away from water and direct heat sources.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction .......................................................... 1-1
Chapter 2 - Implement Setup .................................................. 2-1
2.1 Setting up a New Implement ............................................................................... 2-2
2.2 Connecting to ECUs ............................................................................................ 2-5
2.3 Setting up the ECU ............................................................................................. 2-6
2.4 Setting up Implement Geometry ....................................................................... 2-13
2.5 Setting up Section Control ................................................................................ 2-15
2.5.1 Setting On Time and Off Time .................................................................. 2-15
2.5.2 Setting up the Switch Box ......................................................................... 2-17
2.6 Enabling Auto Section Control ......................................................................... 2-18
Chapter 3 - Spreader Controller Setup .................................. 3-1
3.1 Setting up Spreader Controller ............................................................................ 3-2
3.2 Setting up Actuator ............................................................................................. 3-4
3.3 Setting up Control Valve (Proportional) ............................................................. 3-9
3.4 Setting up Bin Control Valve (Regulator) ........................................................ 3-14
3.5 Setting up Spinners ........................................................................................... 3-19
3.6 Setting Spinner Control Valves ......................................................................... 3-23
3.7 Setting up the Wheel Sensor ............................................................................. 3-27
3.8 Setting Alarms ................................................................................................... 3-28
Chapter 4 - Operations ............................................................ 4-1
4.1 Using the Spreader Dashboard ............................................................................ 4-2
4.2 Opening Auto Section Control ............................................................................ 4-4
4.3 Opening Spreader Controller .............................................................................. 4-7
4.4 Choosing / Changing Bins and Rates .................................................................. 4-9
4.5 Choosing / Changing a Product and Rate ......................................................... 4-10
4.6 Monitoring Statistics ......................................................................................... 4-16
4.7 Choosing and Changing Sub Areas .................................................................. 4-17
4.8 Configuring and Calibrating ............................................................................. 4-19
4.9 Managing the Spinners ...................................................................................... 4-21
4.10 Using the Master Switch ................................................................................. 4-22
4.11 Using Map Views and Layers ......................................................................... 4-23
Chapter 5 - Variable Rate Control ......................................... 5-1
5.1 Loading VRC Map Files ..................................................................................... 5-2
5.2 Using Variable Rate Control ............................................................................... 5-8
5.3 Downloading VRC Map Files with AgJunction ............................................... 5-10
Appendix A – Start up Checklist
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
The X30 Spreader and Auto Section Controller is used with
the X30 Guidance and Auto Steering Console. Refer also to
the X30 Guidance and Auto Steering Operator's Manual.
The X30 Spreader Controller allows better control of the
amount of product being applied to a field. Once set up, it
will adjust the discharge rate according to vehicle speed and
the section being covered to maintain the preset application
rate. This provides more accurate use of a product over the
specified areas.
Auto Section Control minimizes wastage, turning parts of the
spreader on and off as the equipment passes through the
defined areas. The system will turn on when it detects an area
that has not been covered and it will turn off when it detects
areas that have already had product applied.
Section control is limited to the number of spinners being
controlled by the X30 Spreader Controller. In a two spinner
setup, there can be two sections (left and right). In a single
spinner setup, there is only one section which is the entire
working width of the spreader.
Regional information such as time and product
measurement units can be set by selecting User from the
Main Setup Menu
. Refer to the X30 Guidance and
Auto Steering Manual.
The console will ask you to confirm your selections:
Confirm the selection/action to continue.
Cancel the selection/action and return to previous screen.
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Chapter 2 - Implement Setup
This chapter explains how to setup and configure the X30
Console for use with the Spreader Controller features. The
Spreader Controller option is only available when the
Electronic Control Units (ECUs) have been set up.
To return to the X30 Main Setup screen from operations
screens, select .
Note that when the system is new, the following
X30
Main Setup
screen will appear.
2.1 Setting up a New Implement
2.2 Connecting to ECUs
2.3 Setting up the ECU
2.4 Setting up Implement Geometry
2.5 Setting up Section Control
2.6 Enabling Auto Section Control
Chapter 2 - Implement Setup 2.1 Setting up a New Implement
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2.1 Setting up a New Implement
Follow the steps below to create a new implement.
Implement information files can be imported from a USB.
Refer to the X30 Guidance and Auto Steering manual.
1 Select Implement and Select New.
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You may choose between:
Rigid
Front Mount
Pivoted (Tow behind)
Double Pivoted (Tow between).
2. Use the side arrows to choose an Implement Type and
Confirm .
3. The system will warn you that it may need to restart after
you have finished setting up the implement. Select to
continue (or select to cancel the action).
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4. Select Implement Name if you wish to name your
implement.
5. Enter the name and Confirm .
6. Confirm the new implement details to continue.
Chapter 2 - Implement Setup 2.2 Connecting to ECUs
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2.2 Connecting to ECUs
ECUs should be connected to the CAN2 connector on the
console’s termination harness. Start with all ECUs
disconnected from the CAN line and confirm that the harness
is connected to the console. Only one termination is
necessary, placed at the ECU farthest from the console.
Follow the steps below and, when prompted, connect the first
ECU to the CAN line. Only one ECU can be detected at a
time. Once each ECU is detected, connect the next ECU
when prompted.
The blue status indicator on the ASC-10 will flash three times
slowly, then three times quickly to indicate normal
operations.
Chapter 2 - Implement Setup 2.3 Setting up the ECU
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2.3 Setting up the ECU
This will involve configuring ECU type, control function and
bin. The number of ECUs depends on the number of bins,
belts and spinners in your setup.
Setup for the ECU will begin automatically as part of
creating a new implement.
1. Select Implement Control.
2. Choose the control required and Confirm and select
Next .
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3. Select ECU Type.
4. Choose the type of ECU required, Confirm and select
Next.
Note that the Spreader Controller interface described in
Chapters 3 and 4 of this manual is only used to control
spreaders equipped with the Topcon ASC-10 ECUs.
If ISOBUS ECU is chosen, functionality will depend on
the ISOBUS unit connected. The ISOBUS ECU can be
operated through the Virtual Terminal feature of the X30
software. Please refer to the ISOBUS ECU documentation.
Minor variations in the following ECU setup options may
appear.
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5. Select Implement Function.
6. Choose Spreader, Confirm and select Next.
7. Select the type of Spreader, Confirm and select Next.
Chapter 2 - Implement Setup 2.3 Setting up the ECU
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The choice of Actuator controlled or Belt Driven spreader
will affect the options offered and the number of steps
shown on the screens. Follow the screen prompts.
8. Select Number of Spinners. Use plus or minus to choose
the number of spinners, Confirm and select Next. If only
one spinner is set, go to Step 10.
9. If more than one spinner has been set the following
screen will display.
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9a. Select Number of Spinner Controllers. Use plus or minus
to enter the number of spinner controllers, Confirm and
select Next.
9b. Select Number of Spinner Monitors, and use plus or
minus to enter the number, Confirm and select Next.
10. Select Number of Bins.
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