Veris 2000XA Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions

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2000XA Soil EC Mapping System

Table of Contents

P. 3-7 Installation and set-up

P. 7-11 Maintenance and Lubrication

P. 12-15 Field Operations

P. 17-18 Troubleshooting

P. 19-20 Updating Firmware

P. 21 Formatting Compact Flash

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VERIS 2000XA SOIL EC MAPPING SYSTEM

(software v.1.76e)

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Warranty

Veris Technologies warrants this product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of delivery to the purchaser. Veris Technologies will repair or
replace any product returned to Salina, Kansas, which appears upon inspection to be defective in
materials or workmanship. Veris Technologies will have shall have no obligation under this warranty
for the cost of labor, down-time, transportation charges, or for the repair or replacement of any
product that has been misused, carelessly handled, modified, or altered.

ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ARE
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED.

Important! Read the following SAFETY PROCEDURES before operating the Veris 2000XA:

1) To prevent possible electrical shock, or damage to the instrument, do not connect to any
power source greater than twelve (12) volts DC.

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2) Never allow anyone to ride on the implement during operation.

3) Lift the implement only with the provided ratchet jack.

4) Properly support the unit before performing any adjustment or maintenance.

5) Due to its small size and narrow design, it is not intended for high-speed travel on public
roads. If you choose to do so, contact your state Department of Transportation for safety
markings and guidelines. Veris Technologies suggests trailer transport.

Installation and Set-up

Instrument
The Veris EC Instrument Kit (PN 15161) includes the following:

Signal cable Protective case Test Box

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Power Cable Test Load Mounting Bracket EC Instrument

Make sure that you have received all of these components in your EC Package.

Mount instrument in a location that is as free as possible from dust, vibration, and electrical
interference. Display should be visible to operator and shielded from direct sunlight.

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Below is a rear view of the instrument

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Serial Port for Serial Port for Power Power cable Signal Port
GPS Signal Listening Computer Switch Port For signal cable
or Test Load

Connect GPS cable to GPS INPUT serial port on back of instrument. The Veris instrument is
designed to accept GPS input in NMEA format via an RS232 connector. Note: GPS signals are
frequently affected by electrical interference from magneto electrical systems. If your vehicle uses a
magneto, consider powering the Veris instrument with a 12-volt battery or converting to an alternator
system.

The Veris 2000XA is shipped with an accessory power plug. If an alternative connection is desired,
make sure that the unit is properly connected to a power connection that is not controlled by the
ignition switch. If connecting directly to the battery, we suggest a 3 amp. in-line fuse is installed
between the battery and the instrument. Important – Do not allow moisture to enter the

instrument, and do not pass strong magnets near the unit.

Signal Testing – The Veris 2000XA is shipped with an Instrument Test Load (Part No. 10447) that
will enable you to quickly check the instrument to ensure that it is functioning properly. To perform this
test, do the following:

1) Disconnect the signal cable from the 9-pin (signal) terminal on the instrument.

2) Connect the test load to the signal terminal.

3) Switch on the unit and go into “data acquisition” mode.

4) The display should show: (approx.)

Shallow 14 Not used on VS 2000XA

Deep 21

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5) If the readings vary greatly (more than one whole number) contact our service
department.

6) Once the test is complete, remove the test load and reinstall the implement signal cable.

Test Load

Note: It is advisable to conduct this test as a routine check to ensure that you are obtaining
reliable data.

Note: 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. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. 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 their own expense. Changes and modifications not expressly approved by
Veris Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the Veris 2000XA.

Implement
Prior to operating the implement for the first time, it is important to check the following:

1) All fasteners – some may have loosened during shipment.

2) Coulter electrode isolation – check so see that no metal part of the any coulter electrode
is in contact with the implement frame. This may be by visual inspection or by connecting
one lead of an ohmmeter to the individual coulter electrode, and the other to a grounded
fastener on the frame. If the coulter electrode is properly isolated, no reading will be
obtained. Make sure that all electrode coulter clamp bolts are properly tightened to
prevent lateral movement of the coulter electrode

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Coulter Electrode Isolation

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Grounded bolt Ohmmeter Coulter

3) Implement Test Box – To properly measure conductivity, good electrical continuity must
be present from the coulter electrode to the instrument. The Implement Test Box (Part
No. 15231) allows you to quickly check this.

Use the following method:
a) Connect the signal cable to the terminal on the test box.
b) Touch one lead of an ohmmeter to the #1 coulter blade (left hand, standing behind

the unit) and the other lead to the #1 terminal on the test box. A reading of less than

2 ohms is normal.
c) Continue to check each coulter electrode in succession, left to right.
d) If any coulter electrode exhibits no continuity or resistance higher than 2 ohms, refer

to the maintenance or trouble shooting sections for possible causes.

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Note: It is advisable to perform this test on a routine basis (weekly or every 20-25 hours
of data collection) to ensure you are obtaining reliable data.

4) Hitch height—adjust hitch on implement so implement operates level when coulter
electrodes are 1-2” in the soil. The hitch is designed with four possible height positions.

Maintenance and Lubrication

Proper maintenance and lubrication of the Veris Soil Sensor Cart will greatly extend the useful life of
the unit, and Veris Technologies strongly suggests that you follow the following guidelines:

LUBRICATION

Rockshaft pivot points – Each pivot (left and right) contains an upper and lower grease zerk.

Due to the limited motion of the rockshaft, these should be lubricated
on 40-hour intervals.This may vary based on the number of times
the unit is raised and lowered.