Topcon Paint Sprayer A2677 User Manual

X20 Sprayer Reference Manual

Part Number A2677

Rev. 1.5

March, 2008

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Table of Contents

Preface............................................................................ 1-1

Terms and Conditions.................................................................. 1-1

Manual Conventions ................................................................... 1-6

Chapter 2

Introduction.................................................................... 2-1

Chapter 3

Using This Manual......................................................... 3-1

First Time Users.................................................................................. 3-1

Operators Who Are Upgrading Their Software .................................. 3-1

Chapter 4

Before Installing or Servicing Your Spray ECU.......... 4-1

Testing Procedure................................................................................ 4-2

Testing Procedure For Installations With No Existing Switchbox

(switches on existing controller) ................................................. 4-2

Testing Procedure For Installations With Existing Switchbox

(including Joystick Control)........................................................ 4-3

Chapter 5

Installing the Spray ECU (all models).......................... 5-1

Installing the Spray ECU 30S............................................................. 5-2

Installing the Spray ECU 30S Topcon Precision Agriculture Sprayer

Kits ..................................................................................................... 5-4

Installing the Tractor Harness ..................................................... 5-5

Tractor Harness Extras ........................................................... 5-5

Two 37-Pin Connectors...................................................... 5-5

Connector 3........................................................................ 5-6

3-Pin Weather Pack Connector/Ground Speed.................. 5-6

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Installing the Sprayer Harness................................................... 5-8

Sprayer Harness Connectors .............................................. 5-8

Connecting to a Speed Sensor..................................................5-11

Installing the Shaft/Speed Sensor Kit to an Un-Driven Wheel

for Ground Speed..............................................................5-11

Installing the Shaft/Speed Sensor Kit to a Tailshaft ........ 5-15

Using an Existing Radar Speed Sensor for Ground

Speed ............................................................................... 5-16

Connecting to a Flow Meter.................................................... 5-17

Connecting to the Regulator Valve .......................................... 5-18

Pressure Sensor Installation and Connection........................... 5-19

Installing the Valve Harness..................................................... 5-20

Single Line Install............................................................... 5-22

Dual Line Install ................................................................. 5-22

Connecting to the Dump Valve........................................... 5-23

Different Valve Types............................................................... 5-25

Plumbing for Diaphragm Pumps for Topcon Precision Agriculture

Sprayer Kits.............................................................................. 5-26

Plumbing for Centriﬁcal Pumps for Topcon Precision Agriculture

Sprayer Kits.............................................................................. 5-27

Installing the Spray ECU 30S Kits to an Existing Topcon Precision

Agriculture Controller....................................................................... 5-28

Before Removing the Existing Controller................................. 5-28

Removing the Existing Controller............................................. 5-28

Installing the Spray ECU 30S Kits............................................ 5-28

Connecting the Spray ECU to the Battery........................................ 5-31

Chapter 6

Getting Started............................................................... 6-1

Warnings ............................................................................................. 6-1

Starting the X20 Console.................................................................... 6-2

Using Spray Controller Only....................................................... 6-3

Using Spray Controller and Guidance ........................................ 6-3

About Spray Rate Controller Window................................................ 6-4

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Registering the Sprayer Software................................................ 6-5

Overview of the Sprayer Working Screen Functions.......................... 6-6

Chapter 7

Conﬁguration Setup...................................................... 7-1

Audio Volume ..................................................................................... 7-2

Setting the Audio Volume............................................................ 7-2

Conﬁguration ...................................................................................... 7-2

Change Current Conﬁguration .................................................... 7-2

Load Conﬁguration ..................................................................... 7-2

Selecting a Factory Conﬁguration File.................................. 7-3

Setup ................................................................................................... 7-6

Quick Setup Guide ...................................................................... 7-6

Chapter 8

Conﬁguration................................................................. 8-1

GPS ..................................................................................................... 8-1

Automatic Section Control (ASC) .............................................. 8-1

Variable Rate Control (VRC)/Logging Mode............................. 8-2

(VRC)/Logging Synchronization................................................ 8-2

On Time....................................................................................... 8-3

Off Time...................................................................................... 8-4

Coverage Map Offset .................................................................. 8-4

Show Virtual Road If Moving..................................................... 8-4

ASC Master Button..................................................................... 8-4

VRC Master Button..................................................................... 8-5

Electronic Control Unit (ECU)........................................................... 8-6

COM Port.................................................................................... 8-6

Controller .................................................................................... 8-7

Using Injection ECU................................................................... 8-7

Speed From ................................................................................. 8-8

Spray Interface....................................................................... 8-8

Spray ECU............................................................................. 8-9

ECU Conﬁguration (Spray ECU Only)..................................... 8-10

ECU Model.......................................................................... 8-10

Section Valve Mode..............................................................8-11

Dump Valve Mode .................................................................... 8-12

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Tanks................................................................................................. 8-13

Tanks......................................................................................... 8-13

Tank 1 Mode ............................................................................. 8-14

Controller 1............................................................................... 8-14

Pressure (Pr) Sense ................................................................... 8-15

Regulator Valve Settings........................................................... 8-16

Controller Mode ................................................................. 8-16

Reverse Valve Direction..................................................... 8-20

Close Valve When Flow Off............................................... 8-20

Sensitivity........................................................................... 8-20

Proportional Valve Settings....................................................... 8-21

Valve Options ..................................................................... 8-21

Min PWM........................................................................... 8-22

Using High Minimum PWM Range Option ................ 8-22

Max PWM.......................................................................... 8-23

Controller Response..................................................... 8-24

Sections............................................................................................. 8-25

Lines.......................................................................................... 8-25

Sections..................................................................................... 8-26

Setting the Number of Sections When Selecting Dual....... 8-26

Setting the Number of Sections When Using a Primary

Section Valve to Switch Secondary Line On...................... 8-27

Widths ....................................................................................... 8-27

Guidance Sections..................................................................... 8-28

Valves........................................................................................ 8-28

Nozzles...................................................................................... 8-28

Total.................................................................................... 8-28

Min. Flow........................................................................... 8-29

Switches............................................................................................ 8-30

External Master Switch............................................................. 8-30

External Auto Switch................................................................ 8-31

External Section Switch............................................................ 8-31

Switches (Spray ECU Only)..................................................... 8-33

Boom Sensing..................................................................... 8-33

Section Switches................................................................. 8-34

Switch Mapping ................................................................. 8-34

Custom Section Mapping................................................... 8-35

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Use Presets .................................................................. 8-36

Undo............................................................................ 8-36

OK............................................................................... 8-36

Cancel.......................................................................... 8-36

Sensors.............................................................................................. 8-37

Pressure ..................................................................................... 8-37

Type........................................................................................... 8-38

Input Gain.................................................................................. 8-38

Flow........................................................................................... 8-38

Calibration Factor............................................................... 8-39

Minimum Flow................................................................... 8-40

Mico-Track Flow Sensor.................................................... 8-41

Sensors (Spray ECU Only) ....................................................... 8-42

Pressure .............................................................................. 8-42

Calibration Method ..................................................... 8-43

Sensor Speciﬁcations .................................................. 8-44

Current.................................................................. 8-44

Voltage.................................................................. 8-45

Setup ................................................................................................. 8-46

Wheel Factor ............................................................................. 8-46

Manual Entry...................................................................... 8-47

Calibrate ............................................................................. 8-47

Distance Check................................................................... 8-48

Low Speed Options................................................................... 8-49

Low Speed Shutoffs ........................................................... 8-49

Low Pressure Hold............................................................. 8-50

Pressure Boost.................................................................... 8-51

Pump Options............................................................................ 8-52

Enable Speed Smoothing .......................................................... 8-52

Setup (Spray ECU Only)........................................................... 8-53

Enable Pump Control Button ............................................. 8-53

Holding Pressure ................................................................ 8-54

Units.................................................................................................. 8-55

Quick Set................................................................................... 8-56

Lock NH3 Calibration Factor at Pulse per 1b........................... 8-56

Alarms............................................................................................... 8-57

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Selecting the Alarm................................................................... 8-58

Alarm Type ............................................................................... 8-58

Audio Alarm.............................................................................. 8-58

Select Tank................................................................................ 8-59

Setting Alarms........................................................................... 8-59

Tank Low Alarm %................................................................... 8-60

Test Tank................................................................................... 8-60

Defaults..................................................................................... 8-60

Presets ............................................................................................... 8-62

Change Preset List..................................................................... 8-62

Backup Preset List..................................................................... 8-64

Simulation......................................................................................... 8-65

Other ................................................................................................. 8-66

Language................................................................................... 8-66

Effects........................................................................................ 8-66

Chapter 9

Saving the Sprayer Conﬁguration ............................... 9-1

Changing the Sprayer Settings of the Current Conﬁguration............. 9-3

New File Name ........................................................................... 9-5

Overwrite Existing File............................................................... 9-5

Chapter 10

Setting Up the Sprayer................................................ 10-1

Pressure Sensor................................................................................. 10-1

Alarms ...................................................................................... 10-2

High Pressure....................................................................... 10-2

Low Pressure ....................................................................... 10-2

Calibrating the Pressure Sensor................................................ 10-3

Correction Factor After a Pressure Calibration is

Unacceptable ....................................................................... 10-4

Manual Entry of Pressure Calibration Factors (Spray ECU

Only)......................................................................................... 10-4

Flow .................................................................................................. 10-6

Speed................................................................................................. 10-8

Area/Volume ................................................................................... 10-10

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Tank Setup ...................................................................................... 10-13

Filling the Tank ....................................................................... 10-15

Flow Meter Setup............................................................................ 10-17

Calibrating the Flow Meter ..................................................... 10-17

Flow Calibration for Balanced (Hardi) Valves........................ 10-19

Enable Lockout............................................................................... 10-21

Disable Lockout.............................................................................. 10-22

Sprayer Switchbox.......................................................................... 10-23

Chapter 11

Start Spraying...............................................................11-1

Simulate Spraying..............................................................................11-1

Start Spraying.....................................................................................11-3

Spraying in Manual Mode.........................................................11-4

Spraying in Auto Mode..............................................................11-4

While Spraying ..................................................................................11-5

Guidance and Spray Rate Control......................................................11-6

Automatic Section Control (ASC).............................................11-8

Chapter 12

Testing.......................................................................... 12-1

Regulator........................................................................................... 12-1

Regulator Drive Test Procedure ............................................... 12-2

Switched Power ................................................................................ 12-3

Switched Power Test ................................................................ 12-3

Dump................................................................................................. 12-4

Dump Drive Test ...................................................................... 12-4

Topcon Sensors ................................................................................. 12-5

Sensor Input Test...................................................................... 12-5

3 Wire Section Valves ....................................................................... 12-7

Section Valve Drive Test .......................................................... 12-7

Switch Master Switch ON........................................................ 12-7

PWM Regulator Valve ...................................................................... 12-8

Prop Output Test....................................................................... 12-8

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Chapter 13

Sprayer Components Spare Parts List...................... 13-1

In Cab................................................................................................ 13-1

Ground Speed/Shaft Sensor.............................................................. 13-2

Flow Sensors..................................................................................... 13-2

Pressure............................................................................................. 13-2

Dump Valve Adaptors (to suit Sprayer Harness) .............................. 13-3

Spares................................................................................................ 13-3

Chapter 14

Speciﬁcations.............................................................. 14-1

Console ............................................................................................. 14-1

Ground Speed, Fan Speed and Auxiliary Shaft Sensors................... 14-2

Flow Sensors..................................................................................... 14-2

Polmac (Broadacre) .......................................................................... 14-3

Orion (Broadacre)............................................................................. 14-3

Pressure Transducer .......................................................................... 14-3

Chapter 15

Spray ECU 30S............................................................. 15-1

Console ............................................................................................. 15-1

Setup ................................................................................................. 15-2

Wiring Connection............................................................................ 15-2

Connector 1 ............................................................................... 15-3

Connector 2 ............................................................................... 15-5

Connector 3 ............................................................................... 15-7

Connector 4 ............................................................................... 15-8

Chapter 16

Hardi 5500 Spray ECU................................................. 16-1

Console ............................................................................................. 16-1

Connecting........................................................................................ 16-2

Setup ................................................................................................. 16-2

Wiring Connection............................................................................ 16-3

Connector 1 ............................................................................... 16-3

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Connector 4 ............................................................................... 16-6

Connector 5 ............................................................................... 16-7

Chapter 17

Service Bulletins.......................................................... 17-1

Pressure Relief .................................................................................. 17-1

Fitting........................................................................................ 17-1

Sprayer Software Settings................................................................. 17-3

Setting the Pressure Relief................................................................ 17-3

Chapter 18

Troubleshooting .......................................................... 18-1

Communication................................................................................. 18-1

Speed................................................................................................. 18-2

Boom Sections .................................................................................. 18-3

Rate and Pressure.............................................................................. 18-6

Control .............................................................................................. 18-9

Volumes............................................................................................. 18-9

Nozzles............................................................................................ 18-10

Alarms............................................................................................. 18-10

Additional Data................................................................................18-11

Appendix A

Options Window ................................................. Appendix

Index

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Preface

This manual has been developed to provide you with the information

necessary to operate and maintain this Topcon Precision Agriculture

(TPA) product. Proper service and use is important for the safe and

reliable operation of the product. The sections provided in this manual

include information necessary for the safe and correct operation, care,

and troubleshooting of this product. The beneﬁts this product provides

can be greatly inﬂuenced by your knowledge of the products described

in this manual.

NOTICE

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.

Terms and Conditions

General

APPLICATION - You accept these Terms and Conditions by

purchasing the product from Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA)

or from one of TPA’s product dealers.

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create derivative works of, sell, modify, publish, distribute, or al-

low any third parties access to, any graphics, content, information

or data in this manual without TPA’s express written consent and

may only use such information for the care and operation of your

product. The information and data in this manual are a valuable

asset of TPA and are developed by the expenditure of consider-

able work, time and money, and are the result or original

selection, coordination and arrangement by TPA.

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TRADEMARKS – ZYNX, PRO STEER, EAGLE, KEE Tech-

nologies, Topcon, Topcon Positioning Systems and Topcon Preci-

sion Agriculture are trademarks or registered trademarks of the

Topcon Group of companies. Microsoft and Windows are trade-

marks or registered trademarks in the United States and/or other

countries of Microsoft Corporation. Product and company names

mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

WEBSITE and OTHER STATEMENTS - No statement con-

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or in any other advertisements or TPA literature or made by an

employee or independent contractor of TPA modiﬁes these Terms

and Conditions (Including the software licence, warranty and

limitation of liability).

IMPORTANT: SAFETY - Improper use of the product can lead

to death or injury to persons, damage to property and/or mal-

function of the product. The product should only be repaired by

authorized TPA service centres. 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

warrants that all valves, hoses, cables and mechanical parts manu-

factured by TPA shall be free of defects in materials and

workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of sale.

RETuRN and REPAIR - During the respective warranty peri-

ods, any of the above items found defective may be shipped to

TPA for repair. TPA will promptly repair the defective item at no

charge, and ship it back to you. You must pay the shipping and

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handling charges in respect of the same. Calibration or compo-

nents, labour and travel expenses incurred for in-ﬁeld removal

and replacement of components are not covered in this warranty

policy. Damage to components due to negligence, abuse or im-

proper use, maintenance, modiﬁcation or repair is NOT covered

under this warranty.

WARRANTY DISCLAIMER - Other than for the above war-

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(including where TPA has been advised of the possibility of such

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loss of time, loss or destruction of data, loss of proﬁt, savings or

revenue or loss of or damage to the product. In addition, TPA is

not responsible or liable for damages or costs incurred in con-

nection with obtaining substitute products or software, claims by

others, inconvenience, or any other costs.

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 repair-

ing the product. You indemnify and hold TPA harmless against

any claim, action, damage, loss, liability or cost (including legal

fees) which TPA incurs arising from (a) your operation, use and/

or maintenance of the product other that in accordance with the

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terms set out in this manual, or (b) your negligence or wrongful

act or omission in respect of the product.

Other

These Terms and Conditions may be amended, modiﬁed, super-

seded or cancelled, at any time by TPA. These Terms and Condi-

tions will be governed by, and construed in accordance with:

- the laws of South Australia if the product is sold and supplied

to you in Australia (in which case the courts of South Australia or

the Federal Court of Australia (Adelaide Registry) have exclusive

jurisdiction in respect of any claim or dispute); or

- the laws of the State of California if the product is sold and sup-

plied to you outside of Australia.

All information, illustrations, and applications contained herein

are based on the latest available information at the time of pub-

lication. TPA reserves the right to make product changes at any

time without notice.

If any part of these Terms and Conditions would be unenforce-

able, the provision must be read down to 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.

Comments, suggestions, and questions about TPA products are

welcomed. Contact your local TPA representative or a represent-

ative at our corporate facility.

Topcon Precision Agriculture

14 Park Way

Mawson Lakes, South Australia 5095.

Phone: +61 8 8203 3300

Fax: +61 8 8203 3399

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Service Information

Service assistance can be provided by contacting your local TPA

Authorized Dealer or by calling the Topcon Precision Agriculture

Service Centre.

Phone: +61 8 8203 3300

Fax:

+61 8 8203 3399

8.30am to 5pm (Adelaide Local Time), Monday through Friday.

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Manual Conventions

This Manual uses the following conventions:

File>Exit

Enter

Click/tap/press the File menu, then click/tap/press Exit.

Click/tap/press the button or key labelled Enter.

Supplementary information that can help you conﬁgure,

maintain, or set up a system.

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Supplementary information that can have an effect on

system operation, system performance, measurements

& personal safety.

NOTICE

Notiﬁcation that an action has the potential to

adversely effect system operation, system

performance, data integrity, or personal health.

CAUTION

Notiﬁcation that an action will result in systems

damage, loss of data, loss of warranty, or personal

injury.

WARNING

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS

ACTION BE PERFORMED.

DANGER

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Introduction

The Spray Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is a new generation Spray

Controller, which is used in conjunction with the Topcon Precision

Agriculture X20 (or X15) console. The X20 console is the graphical

interface of the Spray ECU controller. The Spray ECU replaces the

Spray Rate Interface.

The Spray ECU can control up to 30 section valves (3 wire), and

allows Automatic Section Control (ASC) of the 30 section valves (the

X15 console can control up 15 sections under ASC). The Spray ECU

can control up to 2 liquid tanks directly. If the Spray ECU is used in

conjunction with a Multi-Drive Electronic Control (MDECU) unit, it

can control up to 3 liquid injection tanks.

The Spray ECU can handle Boom Sensing inputs, therefore it can be

connected to existing Remote switches. The Spray ECU also has a

new feature called Section Mapping, which allows one section switch

to control a number of section valves. Therefore the existing Topcon

Precision Agriculture Switchbox or remote switches (usually 6 or 8

switches) can control all 30 section valves, when they are controlled

manually. The X20 Sprayer software sets up the section mapping to

allow the six switches to control the 30 section valves. The ASC still

controls all 30 section valves individually.

The Spray ECU can control Regulator or Proportional type Control

Valves. The Spray ECU can control 3 Wire, 2 Wire (reverse polarity)

or Solenoid type Section Valves.

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Using This Manual

This manual is written for:

•

First time users of this Spray ECU

Operators who are upgrading their existing Sprayer software to

a later version and their Spray Rate Interface or Spray ECU is

already installed.

First Time Users

First time users of Topcon Precision Agriculture’s Spray ECU must

read all chapters.

Operators Who Are Upgrading Their Software

Operators who are upgrading their existing Topcon Precision

Agriculture Sprayer software must read Chapter 4.

After reading Chapter 4, upgrading operators may then go to

Chapter 7, "Configuration Setup".

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Before Installing or

Servicing Your Spray ECU

You must follow the procedures in this chapter to ensure your safety

while installing or servicing your Spray ECU.

WARNING

Damage will occur if any external power is

applied to the Section Drive Outputs on the

Spray ECU.

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Follow the procedures carefully, to ensure that no

damage is done.

WARNING

Disconnect both the X20 console and Spray

ECU controller from the battery before charging,

jump starting or welding on the vehicle and/or

Sprayer.

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Testing Procedure

WARNING

Before commencing testing procedure

disconnect the existing tractor harness from the

existing controller.

You must complete one of two testing procedures, before upgrading

your software.

Make sure you choose the testing procedure that is applicable to your

product.

Testing Procedure For Installations With No

Existing Switchbox (switches on existing

controller)

1. On existing tractor harness, turn the ignition on

2. Check each Section Drive Output pin for voltage (refer to

manufacturer manual of existing tractor harness for pin

details)

3. Locate where voltage is supplied, to determine if it can be

removed without limiting existing functionality

WARNING

If it is not possible to remove this voltage, then

you must install a Section Drive Output Protection

Adaptor (A2812 for 37-pin on Connector 1 and

A2813 for 16-pin on Connector 3).

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4. When no voltage is found, disconnect the vehicle’s battery

before continuing with installation.

Testing Procedure for Installations With Existing

Switchbox (including Joystick Control):

1. Determine whether it is possible to disconnect the existing

Switchbox without limiting existing functionality, eg: Boom,

Lift, Lower or Fold

WARNING

If it is not possible to remove the existing

Switchbox, without limiting functionality and

voltage is present, then you must install a Section

Drive Output Protection Adaptor (A2812 for 37-pin

on Connector 1 and A2813 for 16-pin on Connector

2. If it is possible to disconnect the existing Switchbox without

limiting existing functionality disconnect the Switchbox

3. On existing tractor harness, turn the ignition on

4. Check each Section Drive Output pin for voltage

(refer to manufacturer manual of existing tractor

harness for pin details)

5. When no voltage is found, disconnect the vehicle’s

battery before continuing with installation.

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WARNING

The vehicle battery must be disconnected before

proceeding with any installation or servicing of the

Spray ECU, Tractor, Sprayer or Valve Harnesses.

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Figure 4-1. Connecting the Spray ECU to Existing Installations

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Installing the Spray ECU

(all models)

This chapter is for first time operators of the Sprayer software. If you

are an operator who is installing upgrades to your existing software

(Spray Rate Interface or Spray ECU is already installed) please ensure

you have read Chapter 4, and then continue to Chapter 7.

WARNING

Damage will occur if any external power is

applied to the Section Drive Outputs on the

Sprayer ECU.

TIP

Follow the following procedures carefully, to ensure

that no damage is done.

WARNING

Disconnect both the X20 console and Spray ECU

controller, from the battery, before charging,

jump starting or welding on the vehicle and/or

Sprayer.

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Installing the Spray ECU 30S

Figure 5-1. Spray ECU 30S

Figure 5-2. Sprayer

Switchbox

TIP

When mounting the Spray ECU, it is important that

the Spray ECU itself, and its connectors cannot be

accidentally damaged by moving objects.

1. Mount the Spray ECU (Figure 5-1), in a suitable position inside

the cab.

The Spray ECU can be mounted in any orientation.

Figure 5-3 on page 5-7 shows the in cab assembly showing Spray

ECU, Switchbox, Power Comms and Tractor Harness.

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2. Connect the Power Comms harness to the Spray ECU and route

the red and black wires to a 12 Volt battery

WARNING

Do not connect the Power Comms harness to the

battery until the installation is complete.

NOTICE

Use the cable ties provided to secure the Power

Comms Harness away from hot and moving parts,

and to avoid chaffing and wear.

3. Plug the Switched Power connector that is located on the Power

Comms Harness, into the Switched Power connector on the X20

Power Cable

TIP

If this connection is already being used, connect it

via the A1953 Power Splitter Harness.

This connection ensures that the Spray ECU is only powered up

when the X20 console is switched ON.

4. Connect the end of the Power Comms Harness, that has a DB

9-Pin to the next available COM Port on the back of the X20

console

5. Connect the other end of the Power Comms Harness to the

16-Pin connector marked POWER/COMMS on the Spray ECU

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6. Connect the Sprayer Switchbox (Figure 5-2 on page

5-2), to the 9-Pin connector, marked SWITCHBOX on the

Spray ECU.

Mount the Sprayer Switchbox, using the double-sided tape

supplied (or other suitable means).

TIP

Mount the Sprayer Switchbox in a position which is

easily accessible while spraying.

Installing the Spray ECU 30S Topcon Precision

Agriculture Sprayer Kits

All Topcon Precision Agriculture Sprayer kits come with their

own installation guide, which is specific to each kit. Please use the

installation guide which came with your TPA Sprayer kit.

This section is a general guide for the installation of all Topcon

Precision Agriculture Spray ECU 30S Sprayer kits.

This section will cover:

•

Installing the Tractor Harness

Installing the Sprayer Harness

Installing the Valve Harness.

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Installing the Tractor Harness

Figure 5-3 on page 5-7 shows the in cab assembly showing Spray

ECU, Switchbox, Power Comms and Tractor Harness.

1. Connect the Tractor Harness to the 37-Pin connector marked

CONNECTOR 1 on the Spray ECU

2. Run the Tractor Harness from the Spray ECU to the drawBar

or the back of the vehicle.

NOTICE

Ensure that the Tractor Harness is tied away from

moving, hot and sharp objects.

WARNING

Do not cut or splice the Tractor Harness, all

excess cable should be strapped away to avoid

vibration and wear.

Tractor Harness Extras

Two 37-Pin Connectors

If your Tractor Harness has two 37-Pin connectors you

would have (in step 1) connected the male pin, marked

CONNECTOR 1 to the plug marked CONNECTOR 1 on the

Spray ECU.

You will also have to plug the other 37-Pin connector

(female pins), marked CONNECTOR 2 to the plug marked

CONNECTOR 2 on the Spray ECU.

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Please note: As a general rule the CONNECTOR 2 plug is

only required if the Sprayer:

•

Has more than 10 Boom Sections

Has more than 2 tanks

Is connecting to external switches which control the

Boom Sections (boom sensing), eg: Boom Section

switches on a T Bar or Joy Stick or other third party

section switches.

Connector 3

Normally CONNECTOR 3 (16 pin) is only required if the

Sprayer requires extra pressure inputs, tank level sensors and

extra encoder inputs.

3-Pin Weather Pack Connector/Ground Speed

The Tractor Harness has a 3-Pin Weather Pack connector

labelled ‘Ground Speed’.

Either an A328 Shaft/Speed Sensor Kit or A449 Radar Sensor

Interface Harness (not included in this kit) can be connected

to this connector.

Typically, the Radar Sensor Interface Harness would be

connected to the Tractor Harness Ground Speed Connector.

NOTICE

Only one speed connector can be used at any one

time.

See "Connecting to a Speed Sensor", page 5-11 for installing

the Shaft/Speed Sensor Kit or Radar Interface Kit.

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Figure 5-3. General In Cab Assembly

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Installing the Sprayer Harness

Figure 5-5 on page 5-10 shows the Sprayer Harness and Valve

Harness Assembly.

1. Connect the connector on the Sprayer Harness to the Tractor

Harness, at the back of the tractor or vehicle

2. Continue to run the Sprayer Harness across the Sprayer’s

chassis, to the valve set

WARNING

Do not cut or splice the Sprayer Harness; all

excess cable should be strapped away to avoid

vibration and wear.

Sprayer Harness Connectors

The typical Sprayer Harness has 5 connectors (Figure 5-5 on

page 5-10), which are labelled:

•

Ground Speed—connects to the Shaft/Speed Sensor Kit

(supplied in kit)

Flow Meter 1—connects to a Flow Meter (not supplied in

kit)

Pressure Sensor 1—connects to the Pressure Sensor

(supplied in kit)

Reg Valve 1—connects to a Regulator Valve (not supplied

in kit)

Valve Harness—connects to the Valve Harness (supplied in

kit).

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Please note: The Sprayer Harness may have other connectors,

refer to the Sprayer Installation kit that came with your Sprayer

kit for more information.

The Dump Valve connector may be located on the Sprayer

Harness. If the Valve Harness has an Arag Interface box

incorporated into the Valve Harness, then the Dump Valve

connector will be located on the Valve Harness.

Figure 5-4. 3-Pin Weather Pack Sensor

TIP

For testing purposes on all 3-Pin sensor connectors

(Shaft/Speed Sensor and Flow Meter) the voltage on

each pin should be:

• Pin A: +% VDC Signal

• Pin B: Ground

• Pin C: +12VDC Sensor Power

See Figure 5-4.

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Figure 5-5. General Sprayer and Valve Harness assembly

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Connecting to a Speed Sensor

This installation is used if connecting an A238 Shaft/Speed Sensor

kit (for ground speed) or A449 Radar Sensor Interface Harness

(not supplied in kit) to the Ground Speed Connector on either the

Tractor Harness or Sprayer Harness.

NOTICE

Connect to only one of the Ground Speed

connectors.

Select one of the following:

•

Installing the Shaft/Speed Sensor kit to an un-driven wheel on

either the Tractor Harness or Sprayer Harness

Installing the Shaft/Speed Sensor kit to the Tailshaft of a

vehicle on either the Tractor Harness or the Sprayer Harness

Use an existing Radar Speed sensor for Ground Speed

Installing the Shaft/Speed Sensor Kit to an

Un-Driven Wheel for Ground Speed

NOTICE

Use of a driven wheel for ground speed may be

subject to “wheel slip” and may not always reflect

true ground speed.

The Shaft/Speed Sensor and Wheel Stud Magnets can be fitted to

any un-driven ground wheel, eg: the front wheel of the tractor or

wheel on a trailing Sprayer.

The magnet activates the sensor as the wheel magnets sweep past

(Figure 5-6 on page 5-12).

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NOTICE

A wheel Calibration Factor of no greater than 0.6m

(24 inches) is required. See Section

1. Glue the magnets to the wheel studs (Figure 5-6), with the

side marked with a plus (+) facing the Shaft/Speed Sensor.

TIP

Use any silicone or epoxy type adhesive to glue the

magnets to the wheel studs. Make sure you leave

adequate time for the glue to set.

NOTICE

Space the magnets equally around the wheel, on

all the available wheel studs (Figure 5-6), to ensure

accurate speed updates.

Figure 5-6. Shaft/Speed Sensor on an Un-Driven Wheel Installation

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2. Mount the Shaft/Speed Sensor to an existing structure on the

wheel axle, ideally in a protected position to face the magnet.

NOTICE

The distance between the Shaft/Speed Sensor to

Wheel Stud Magnet needs to be 2 to 3 mm (1/16 to

1/8 inch). The Shaft/Speed Sensor must be mounted

so that the Wheel Stud Magnets pass the sensor

evenly and squarely.

To mount the Shaft/Speed sensor you can either:

•

Use the Mounting Bracket Assemblies (slotted brackets

and angle brackets with hose clamps) provided (Figure

5-7 on page 5-14)

•

Fabricate your own mounting bracket to suit the

Sprayer chassis.

NOTICE

There must be no movement of the sensor relative to

the magnet.

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Figure 5-7. Shaft/Speed Sensor with Mounting Bracket

If necessary, protect the Shaft/Speed Sensor and wiring from

damage by welding or bolting a suitable plate over them.

NOTICE

Damage to the front face of the Shaft/Speed Sensor

will stop the speed readout and prevent the controller

from working.

NOTICE

If the Shaft/Speed sensor is mounted on a steered

wheel, then make sure the sensor moves with the

steering mechanism, to maintain constant clearance

between the magnets and the sensor when the wheel

is turning from lock to lock.

If required, use the 3-Pin Weather Pack Extension provided, by

connecting the Shaft/Speed Sensor to either the Ground Speed

connector on the Tractor Harness or Sprayer Harness.

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Installing the Shaft/Speed Sensor Kit to a

Tailshaft

On a tray mounted Sprayer the Shaft/Speed Sensor kit can be

used to read from the vehicle Tailshaft (Figure 5-8).

1. Securely mount the Magnet Block on the flange, between the

Transmission Housing and Tailshaft, using the Hoseclamp or

other suitable means (Figure 5-8)

NOTICE

Do not attach the Magnet Block (Figure 5-8) directly to the

Tailshaft as its position changes, throughout its rotation.

Please note: The wheel stud magnets are not used in this

case.

Figure 5-8. Shaft/Speed Sensor installation to a Tailshaft

2. Securely mount the Shaft/Speed Sensor so it squarely faces

the Magnet Block with a clearance of 2 to 3mm (1/16 to 1/8

inch), using an existing bolt on the transmission housing and

the supplied Mounting Brackets or other suitable means.

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Ensure that the Shaft/Speed Sensor is firmly attached and

protected so that it cannot be damaged by wire or stones. If

necessary cover the Shaft/Speed Sensor with a plate.

If required, use the 3-Pin Weather Pack Extension provided,

by connecting the Shaft/Speed Sensor to either the Ground

Speed connector on the Tractor Harness or Sprayer Harness.

Using an Existing Radar Speed Sensor for

Ground Speed

An optional Radar Sensor Interface Harness (A449−not provided

in kit but can be ordered separately) allows direct connection to

any existing Radar Speed Sensor on the tractor.

1. Connect the Radar Sensor Interface Harness to the Ground

Speed connector on the Tractor Harness or Sprayer

Harness

2. Connect the other end of the wire to the signal wire from

the Radar Sensor (not provided in kit) to enable the Spray

ECU to read the speed.

CAUTION

Check the Radar Sensor Manufacturer’s manual

before attempting connection.

If required, use the Extension Harness provided, by connecting the

Radar Sensor to either the Ground Speed connector on the Tractor

Harness or Sprayer Harness.

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Connecting to a Flow Meter

The Flow Meter (not supplied in kit) is installed between the

Regulator Valve and the Section Valves. The Flow Meter will

be installed so that it measures only the quantity of liquid being

delivered to the spray line.

NOTICE

There must be no return line to tank or pump after the

Flow Meter.

1. Connect the Flow Meter 3-Pin Connector to the 3-Pin

connector marked Flow Meter 1 on the Sprayer Harness

(Figure 5-5 on page 5-10)

NOTICE

The Flow Meter may require a connector change to

attach to the 3-Pin connector marked Flow Meter 1 on the

Sprayer Harness. Refer to the Flow Meter manufacturer’s

specifications for correct pin allocation.

CAUTION

Care should be taken when replacing these

connectors, not to damage the Sprayer Harness or

Flow Meter and connectors should be fully circuit

tested prior to installation.

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Most Flow Meters have a label on the meter body that shows the

Flow Meter Calibration Factor in pulses/volume. Eg: ‘645 ppl

(pulses per liter)’ or ‘2441 ppg (pulses per gallon)’. This means

the Flow Meter sends 645 pulses to the Spray ECU for every liter

(or 2441 pulses for every gallon) of liquid that passes through

the Flow Meter. This value is the Calibration Factor and will

be required to be entered into the Sprayer software setup (see

“Calibration Factor”, page 8-39).

NOTICE

If connecting to a Raven Flow Meter. The value marked

on the label represents pulses/10 units of liquid. Divide

this number by 10 for the correct value to enter as the

Calibration Factor into the Sprayer software setup.

Connecting to the Regulator Valve

The Regulator Valve (not supplied) is a motorized flow control

valve used to maintain the product flow to the section valves. It

will be situated between the pump and the Flow Meter.

NOTICE

All bypass or agitation return lines that return to the tank,

must be taken before the Regulating Valve, so there is

no return path after the Regulating Valve and the Flow

Sensor.

1. Connect the Regulator Valve’s 2-Pin connector to the 2-Pin

connector marked REG Valve 1 on the Sprayer Harness

(Figure 5-5 on page 5-10), using the Regulator Valve Adaptor

Harness (A802) (Figure 5-5 on page 5-10)

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NOTICE

The Regulator Valve may require a connector change

to attach to the 2-Pin connector marked REG Valve 1

on the Sprayer Harness. Refer to the Regulator Valve

manufacturer’s specifications for correct pin allocation.

CAUTION

Care should be taken, when replacing these

connectors, not to damage the Sprayer Harness or

Regulator Valve and connectors should be fully circuit

tested prior to installation.

When you test the Sprayer with water you may find that the

Regulator Valve works in the opposite direction to what you

require. For example: The pressure increases when it should

decrease. You can set the Reverse Valve Direction in the Sprayer

software setup to remedy this, see “Reverse Valve Direction”, page

8-20.

Pressure Sensor Installation and Connection

1. Mount the Pressure Sensor (A092) (Figure 5-5 on page 5-10)

either upright or horizontally and support the Brass Gauge

saver

The supplied Pressure Sensor is a 5 Bar (72 psi) Pressure

Sensor.

NOTICE

To properly measure Spray Line operating pressure the

Pressure Sensor must be positioned between the Flow

Meter and the Section Valves (Figure 5-5 on page 5-10).

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2. Connect the Pressure Adaptor Harness (H1125) to the

connector labeled Pressure Sensor 1 on the Sprayer Harness

(Figure 5-5 on page 5-10)

3. Undo the two nuts ontop of the Pressure Sensor

4. Place the two ring terminals, on the Pressure Adaptor

Harness, onto the terminals on the Pressure Sensor

It does not matter which way around the terminals are

attached to the Pressure Sensor.

5. Replace the two nuts and tighten the nuts securely.

Installing the Valve Harness

Figure 5-5 on page 5-10 shows the Sprayer Harness and Valve

Harness Assembly.

The Valve Harness continues from the connector on the Sprayer

Harness and connects to the Section and Dump Valves on the

Sprayer.

The Valve Harness normally contains connectors for the section

valves, they are either: 3 Wire Section Valves, 2 Wire Section

Valves or Solenoid Valves. See “Different Valve Types”, page

5-25 for an explanation of the different types of Section Valves.

NOTICE

If the Valve Harness has an Arag Interface Box

incorporated into the Harness then the Dump Valve plug

will be on the Valve Harness.

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The typical Valve Harness has the following connectors, which

are labelled as follows:

•

Dump 1—connects to the Dump Valve

•

Section X—connects to the Section Valves. ‘X’

represents the section number

•

Sprayer Harness—connects to the Sprayer Harness.

There are different Valve Harness’, depending on which type of

Section Valves are fitted on the Sprayer.

WARNING

If the Valve harnesses need to be re-terminated,

because the connectors are different to the section

valves being connected to, then you should

ensure the Sprayer Harness is disconnected from

the Tractor Harness. Otherwise damage to the

Spray ECU will occur if the wires are shorted out

during the installation.

1. Connect the Valve Harness to the Sprayer Harness.

NOTICE

Use the cable ties provided to secure the

Power/Comms Harness away from hot and moving

parts, and to avoid chaffing and wear.

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Single Line Install

1. Connect the connectors marked Section X to the correct

section valves

TIP

If there are too many connectors for the section

valves use the connectors with the lowest

numbers first.

•

Section 1— connects to the section valve on the far left

Section 2—connects to the next section valve, and so

forth, until all the section valves are connected to the

Valve Harness

•

The section valve with the highest number will operate

the Boom Section on the far right.

2. Cable-tie the spare connectors to the Valve Harness.

Dual Line Install

1. Connect the connectors that operate the primary Spray

Line (Spray A)

TIP

Use the lowest numbers first.

Section 1 will operate the section on the far left of the

spray line (when facing forward) and the highest number

section valve on Line A will operate the far right Boom

Section.

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WARNING

If the Valve Harness needs the connectors

replaced to suit the valve connectors, then

you should ensure that the Sprayer Harness is

disconnected from the Tractor Harness. Otherwise

damage to the Spray ECU will occur, if the wires

are shorted out during this procedure.

Connecting to the Dump Valve

The Dump Valve (not supplied in kit) is activated when all

sections are switched OFF or when the Master Switch is switched

OFF, this directs all the flow back to the tank.

NOTICE

The Dump Valve must be located between the pump

and Flow Meter.

1. Connect the ARAG connector labeled Dump 1 to the Dump

Valve

TIP

If you notice that the Dump Valve is going in the

wrong direction, you have to swap the wires in the

Arag connector.

If the Dump Valve connector is on the Sprayer Harness,

then an adaptor will be required to connect the 4-Pin

Weather Pack to the Dump Valve. You must connect the

correct adaptor to the Dump Valve. See Table 5-1 on page

5-24 to determine which adaptor you should use.

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Choosing the Correct Adaptor for the Dump Valve

Part No. usage

Use if connecting to a 2-wire dump valve and 12V

A2266 is applied to the dump valve when the Master switch

is OFF

Use if connecting to a Solenoid Valve, with 6mm

A2267 spade terminals and 12V is applied to the dump

valve when the Master switch is OFF

A2268 Use if connecting to a 3-Wire Dump Valve and 12V

is applied to the Dump Valve when the Master is

OFF

Use when connecting to a 3-Wire Dump Valve and

A2269 12V is applied to the Dump Valve when the Master

is ON

Figure 5-1. How to Choose the Correct Adaptor for the

Dump Valve

2. When all the Arag connectors are in place, tighten the

screw at the top of the Arag connector, using a screwdriver,

to secure the connector to the Section and Dump Valves

3. Tidy any excess harness, using cable ties

To complete the installation go to page 5-31, to connect the

Spray ECU Power/Comms Harness to the battery.

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Different Valve Types

There are three different valve types, which are:

•

2-Wire Valve—this refers to an electric section, dump or

Regulator Valve

The valve is driven by an electric motor that is able to rotate

in both directions. Two wires are connected to this type of

valve from the controller. To rotate the motor 12V is applied

to one of the wires whilst GND is applied to the other. When

opposite voltage is applied to the two wires the motor will

rotate in the opposite direction.

Common terms for this system are Reverse Polarity or

Bi-Directional.

•

3-Wire Valve—this refers to an electric section, dump or

Regulator Valve

The valve is driven by an electric motor that is able to

rotate in both directions. Unlike the 2-wire valve, the 3-wire

valve has in built changeover relays that change the motor

direction, depending on whether 12V or 0V is applied to the

signal wire.

Contsant 12V and GND are required in addition to the signal

wire.

•

Solenoid Valve—this refers to electromagnetic coil type

valves.

Solenoid Valves usually consist of a coil, that when exposed

to voltage produces a magnetic field. The magnetic field

draws a needle against a spring away from its seat, to allow

liquid to flow.

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Plumbing for Diaphragm Pumps for Topcon

Precision Agriculture Sprayer Kits

Figure 5-9. Plumbing for Diaphragm Pumps for TPA Sprayer Kits

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Plumbing for Centrrfical Pumps for Topcon

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Figure 5-10. Plumbing for Centriﬁcal Pumps for TPA Sprayer Kits

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Installing the Spray ECU 30S Kits to an Existing

Topcon Precision Agriculture Controller

This section is for users who are replacing an existing Topcon

Precision Agriculture (I.E. KEE) MK3, MK5 Sprayer console or Spray

Rate Interface.

Before Removing the Existing Controller

1. Ensure that the system is functioning correctly

2. Run the Sprayer and record the minimum and maximum

pressure and flow rates attainable

3. Record all of the calibration factors

4. Record all of the section width values.

Removing the Existing Controller

1. Remove the existing TPA Spray Rate Controller console or

TPA Spray Rate Interface

2. Remove the existing Tractor Harness.

Installing the Spray ECU 30S Kits

1. Connect the Tractor Harness to Connector 1 on the Spray

ECU (Figure 5-11 on page 5-30)

The Tractor Adaptor Harness connects to the Spray ECU

and runs the Harness as far as the drawBar of the tractor or

vehicle, where a breakaway is attached so the vehicle can be

easily detached from the trailing Sprayer.

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NOTICE

Care should be taken when running the Tractor

Harness from the Spray ECU.

2. Lead the Harness from the Spray ECU to the back of the

vehicle

TIP

Tie cable back, where possible.

WARNING

Do not cut or splice the Sprayer Harness, all

excess cable should be strapped away to avoid

vibration and wear.

3. Securely mount the Breakaway connector above any hydraulic

outlets, to reduce the risk of oil ingress to the connectors

WARNING

Do not expose the connectors to high pressure

water or oil.

4. Connect the Tractor Adaptor Harness to the existing Sprayer

Harness.

Refer to the console manual for installing the console to the

vehicle.

To complete the installation go to page 5-31, to connect the

Spray ECU Power/Comms Harness to the battery.

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Figure 5-11. General Layout of Spray ECU Connecting to Existing

Topcon Precision Agriculture Sprayer Harness

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Connecting the Spray ECU to the Battery

WARNING

Do not attach the wires to the battery terminals

until the installation of the Tractor Harness,

Sprayer Harness and Valve Harness is completed.

WARNING

If your tractor uses 24 Volt batteries, you must use

a 12 Volt/15 Amp (minimum) inverter.

1. Connect the Power/Comms Harness directly to 12 VDC battery

terminals (Figure 5-12)

Figure 5-12. Battery Conﬁguration

CAUTION

Do not connect the Power/Comms Harness to

an alternator or starter motor as this may cause

interference or power fluctuations or surges and

may damage your system.

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2. Attach the red wire to the positive (+) battery terminal (Figure

5-12)

WARNING

Do not connect the black wire to the vehicle

chassis unless an Isolation Switch is fitted to the

negative side of the battery.

3. Attach the black wire to the negative (-) battery terminal (Figure

5-12)

WARNING

Except for other Topcon Precision Agriculture

products do not power other equipment from the

power cable.

CAUTION

Connection to the battery terminals must be kept

clean and tight at all times.

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Getting Started

Warnings

The first window that is displayed when your console starts up is a

Warning page (Figure 6-1 and 6-2).

Figure 6-1. Warning Window Part I

Figure 6-2. Warning Window Part II

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Starting the X20 Console

Spray

Guidance

Controller

screen icon

Stop

Start

button

Figure 6-3. X20 Product Selection Screen

1. Switch the X20 console on by pressing the green Power button

on the rear of the console

2. Read and understand the warnings (page 6-1) and select Yes to

continue or No to shutdown

3. Press Stop when the X20 Product Selection screen (Figure 6-3)

is displayed

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Using Spray Controller Only

Please note: This operators manual assumes that Guidance and

Spray Controller are being used together. To use Guidance and

Spray Controller together see “For use of Spray Controller and

Guidance”, on this page.

4. Press the Spray Controller screen icon (Figure 6-3 on

page 6-2)

Using Spray Controller and Guidance

Please note: This operators manual assumes that Guidance

and Spray Controller are being used together.

4. Press the Spray Controller screen icon and

Guidance screen icon (Figure 6-3 on page 6-2)

Press the Start button (Figure 6-3 on page 6-2)

The Spray Controller and Guidance (if selected) software will be

loaded.

The Guidance screen (Figure 6-4) (if Guidance was selected) will

be displayed.

Sprayer

icon

Figure 6-4. Guidance Screen Showing

Sprayer Icon

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5. Select the Sprayer icon

The Sprayer Working screen (Figure 6-5) will be displayed.

Please note: If you selected to display the Spray Controller

only then the Sprayer Working screen (Figure 6-5) will be

displayed after Step 4, instead of the Guidance screen (Figure

6-4 on page 6-3).

Sprayer

Logo

Options

button

Sprayer

Main Menu

Button

Figure 6-5. Sprayer Working Screen

About Spray Rate Controller Window

When the Sprayer Working screen (Figure 6-5) is displayed the

Sprayer Menu (Figure 6-5) will be displayed on the right side of the

screen.

1. Press the Sprayer Logo (Figure 6-5)

An About Spray Rate Controller window (Figure 6-6 on page

6-5) will be displayed.

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Software

Version

Registration

Button

Figure 6-6. About Spray Rate

Controller window

The About Spray Rate Controller window displays:

•

The Spray Rate Controller software version number—this

version number may be requested by a Topcon Precision

Agriculture service person.

The Spray ECU version number will be displayed, when the

console is connected to the Spray ECU.

•

Whether the Sprayer software is registered or unregistered

The Enable Lockout button (see "Enable Lockout" page

10-21)

•

Close button—when selected the Sprayer Working screen

(Figure 6-5 on page 6-4) will be displayed again.

Registering the Sprayer Software

If the Sprayer software is unregistered you must contact your local

Topcon Precision Agriculture dealer.

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Overview of the Sprayer Working Screen

Functions

Spraying Indicators

for Back Line

Front boom

Back boom

Boom Sections (ON/OFF)

-Up to 30 sections

Main Menu

Screen

Ground

Speed

Sub total area

Spraying

Indicators

for Front

Line

Tank Indicator

Pressure

Readout

Sub-total

volume (or

weight)

Manual

Control

Automatic

Control

Volume

‘Min. Flow’

or Nozzle

Min Flow

indicator

Switches

all boom

sections

ON /OFF

Activates all

data on the

right side

Returns to

the Main Menu

screen

of the screen

Figure 6-7. Sprayer Working screen

Displays products being applied

Displays volume left in Tank 1

Displays volume left in Tank 1 graphically

Displays Application Rate units

Displays

Tank

number

Current Application Rate

Increase the rate on the go

Preset Rate 1

Preset Rate 2

Decrease the Rate on the go

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Boom Sections—displays the number of Boom Sections selected.

If Dual line is selected (see "Lines", page 8-25) dual boom

is shown, showing the front and back lines; the top line

representing the front line and the bottom line representing the

back line.

If Single line is selected (see "Lines", page 8-25) then only a

single line of sections will be displayed.

The Boom Sections are numbered starting from the left side of

the spray line, with the far left Section Valve being section valve

‘1’.

The Boom Sections can be switched ON/OFF, either by touching

the Boom Section on the Sprayer Working screen (Figure 6-7)

on page 6-6) or by switching the Boom Sections switches ON/

OFF on the External Switchbox.

Table 6-1 shows what different color Boom Sections and

Spraying Indicators indicate about their status.

Boom Sections and Spraying Indicators Color Indicators

Boom Spraying Meaning

Section Indicator

Boom Sections are switched OFF.

Boom Sections are switched ON but the

Low Speed Shutoff speed has not been

reached or Master is OFF

Boom Sections are switched ON, the Low

Speed Shutoff speed has been reached,

ready to start spraying.

Boom Section is ready for spraying but

Master Switch is OFF.

Master Switch is ON and Boom Section

valve is spraying.

Table 6-1. Color indicators

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Please note: When using Automatic Section Control (ASC), when

the sections are switched OFF, the Boom Sections and the Spray

Indicators turn grey; when the sections are switched ON, under ASC

the Boom Sections and Spray Indicators turn green.

•

Spraying Indicators— are displayed below the Boom Sections

On the Sprayer Working screen (Figure 6-7 on page 6-6) there

are 16 Spraying Indicators, because there are 16 section valves

in total (8 front Section Valves and 8 back Section Valves). The

8 Spraying Indicators on the left represent the Boom Sections on

the front line, the 8 Spraying Indicators on the right represent the

Boom Sections on the back line.

Table 6-1 on page 6-7 displays and explains the different states

of the Spraying Indicators. Table 6-2 shows what different color

Spraying Indicators indicate about their status.

Spraying Indicators Color Indicators

Spraying Meaning

Indicator

Boom Section is not spraying.

Boom Sections is spraying.

Table 6-2. Spraying Indicators Color Indicators

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Auto—when selected (by selecting Auto on the Switchbox

or Sprayer Working screen) the AuTO button will become

highlighted and a green indicator will be shown in the AuTO

button

When AuTO is selected the Spray Controller automatically

adjusts the flow, according to speed, width or number of sections

that are ON..

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Manual—when selected (by selecting Manual on the Switchbox

or MANuAL from the Sprayer Working screen) the MANuAL

button will become highlighted and a green indicator will be

shown on the MANuAL button

When MANuAL is selected the Spray Controller does not

automatically adjust the flow, according to speed and area.

Pressing the INC & DEC buttons will increase or decrease the

pressure by opening or closing the regulator valve.

•

Pressure Readout—displays the system pressure if an electronic

Pressure Sensor is installed and selected in Options, see

"Pressure (Pr) Sense", see "Pressure Sensor", page 8-15

The number in the top left corner indicates which tank (1,2 or 3)

the pressure readout is from.

Selecting the Pressure Readout button displays a Tank Pressure

window on the right of the screen, see "Pressure Sensor", page

10-1.

•

Volume—displays volume per minute (for the front line) or

volume per nozzle (for the front line nozzles), depending on

which was selected, see "Flow", page 10-6

Selecting the Volume button displays a Flow window, on the

right side of the screen, see "Flow", page 10-6.

Pump is On—this button only appears when the Spray ECu,

Prop. Valve and Enable Pump Control buttons are all selected

When selected the button says PUMP is ON and turns green; this

switches the hydraulic pump ON.

When selected again the button says PUMP is OFF and turns

red; this switches the hydraulic pump OFF.

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Ground Speed—displays the actual ground speed, whether it is

from the Wheel Sensor, tractor radar or GPS, depending on what

is selected, see "Speed From", page 8-8

Selecting the Ground Speed button displays a Speed window on

the right side of the screen, see "Speed", page 10-8.

Sub Total (Area)—readout displays the area sprayed for the sub

area selected, depending on the units selected, see "Units", page

8-55

The number in the top left corner of the readout displays the

current sub area number. There are 10 sub area numbers (0-9).

Selecting the Sub Total Area button displays an Area window

on the right side of the screen, see "Area/Volume", page 10-10.

•

Sub Total (Volume Used)—readout displays the volume

(or weight) sprayed for the sub area selected, depending on the

units selected, see "Units", page 8-55

The number in the top left corner of the readout displays the

current sub area number. There are 10 sub area numbers (0-9).

Selecting the Sub Total Volume button displays an Area window

on the right side of the screen, see "Area/Volume", page 10-10.

•

Tank Indicator—only appears when more than 1 tank is selected

in Options

This allows the Sub Total Area and Sub Total Volume to be

displayed for each tank.

To change which tank is displayed select either the Sub Total

Area button or Sub Total Volume button (Figure 6-7 on page

6-6). You will notice the orange Tank Indicator will change each

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time the readouts are selected.

•

Pump Speed—this displays the actual pump speed. The Pump

Speed readout is only displayed if Enable Pump Speed

Indicator is selected in Options, see "Pump Options", page 8-52

Min. Flow or Nozzle Min. Flow Indicator—a red indicator will

be displayed in the Volume readout (Figure 6-7 on page 6-6)

when the minimum flow for the Regulator Valve is reached, or

the minimum flow for the nozzles is reached.

Select the Volume button to see the reason the red indicator

is being displayed. The reason will be displayed in the Flow

window on the right side of the screen, see "Flow", page 10-6.

Sprayer Logo

Options

Help

Shut down

Figure 6-8. Main Menu screen

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Sprayer Logo—when selected information about your Sprayer

will be displayed, see “About Spray Rate Controller Window”,

page 6-4.

Options—when pressed the Options window will open.

The Options window is where the Sprayer settings can be

entered, see “Setting Up the Software”, Chapter 8.

•

Help—displays the on screen help.

Shutdown—when selected returns the operator to the Windows

Desktop or turns OFF the console.

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Conﬁguration Setup

Slide

Audio

Volume

Current

Configuration

Figure 7-1. Conﬁguration Screen

1. Press Options (Figure 6-8 on page 6-12).

The Configuration screen (Figure 7-1) will be displayed.

NOTICE

Complete the installation of the Sprayer before

setting up the software and applying settings.

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Audio Volume

In the Audio Volume window the operator can set the desired audio

level.

Setting the Audio Volume

1. Select and hold down the slide and slide it up or down, until

the desired audio volume is achieved.

Configuration

The Configuration screen contains two configuration windows (Figure

7-1 on page 7-1):

•

Change Current Configuration

Load Configuration

Change Current Configuration

The Change Current Configuration window has 2 buttons:

•

Change/View Configuration—This button allows the operator

to view the settings of the current Sprayer, loaded from either

the Factory Configuration or User Configurations

•

Save As User Configuration—This is used to save the current

Sprayer settings, see "Saving the Sprayer Configuration",

Chapter 9.

Load Configuration

The Load Configuration window has 2 buttons:

•

Factory Configuration—The Factory Configurations

button opens a list of Sprayer models and Topcon Precision

Agriculture Sprayer kits

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The files contain all the Sprayer settings for the particular

Sprayer.

The Factory Configuration files are pre-loaded with the

console or new Sprayer software.

When the operator selects the Factory Configurations

button all the settings for that particular Sprayer model are

loaded in the Options windows.

Selecting a Factory Configuration File

1. Select the Factory Configurations button

The Select File window (Figure 7-2) will be

displayed.

A2786-DL15S-ST

Figure 7-2. Select File Window

2. Check to see if your Sprayer or TPA Sprayer kit is

listed on the list shown in the Select File window

(shown in Figure 7-2)

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If your Sprayer is listed:

3. Select the Sprayer, by touching the name

This will highlight the option you have chosen.

4. Press Select (Figure 7-2 on Page 7-3), to load

the Sprayer configuration

A window will appear confirming that the Sprayer

you selected in Step 3 will be loaded.

5. Select Yes, to load the settings for the selected

Sprayer

Select No to stop loading the selected Sprayer

If you selected Yes the Sprayer Configuration

will be loaded and listed under Current Configuration

(Figure 7-3).

Figure 7-3. Conﬁguration Showing

Selected Sprayer Kit

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If your Sprayer is not listed:

3. Press the Cancel button (Figure 7-2 on page

7-3).

This will close the Select File window.

4. Go to “Change/View Configuration Button”, page 7-8

to proceed.

•

User Configuration—The User Configurations list can be

changed any time the Sprayer settings are changed; the

operator will be prompted to overwrite the file or select a

new file.

The operator can have all their different Sprayers saved in the

User Configurations list and these Sprayers can be recalled at

any time.

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Setup

Once a Sprayer or Sprayer kit is selected then most of the Sprayer

values and settings will be loaded into the Sprayer software Options

and you will only have to enter a few values (eg. Section Widths, Unit

type, Wheel Calibration Factor) to get started.

You must choose one of two options:

•

Go to "Setting Up the Software", Chapter 8 of the Software

Setup and work through the manual, which outlines all the

Sprayer options within the software

•

Use the Quick Setup Guide (below) and enter in the Sprayer

settings which are unique to your Sprayer.

Quick Setup Guide

1. Select the Change/View Configuration button

This will allow you to view the settings of the Sprayer that was

loaded.

For help with understanding and navigating the Options

windows see Appendix A.

2. Select the COM Port the Spray ECU is connected to on the

back of the console, on the ECU page, see page 8-6

3. Enter the Tank Capacity of the Sprayer, on the Tanks page, see

page 8-13

4. Change the number of sections if they are different to the ones

displayed on the Sections page, see page 8-26

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5. Check the number of Guidance sections used, in the Guidance

window, and change if necessary, see page 8-28

6. Enter the swath width of the Spray Boom, on the Sections

page, by entering in the Section widths of each of the Boom

Sections, see page 8-25

7. Enter the number of nozzles on each Boom Section, on the

Sections page, see page 8-28

8. Enter the Minimum Flow value of the nozzles fitted to the

Spray Line, on the Sections page, check nozzle chart, see page

8-29

9. Enter the Flow Calibration factor for the Flow Meter, on the

Sensors page, see page 8-39

10. Enter the Flow Meter's Minimum Flow value, check the Flow

Meter’s specifications, on the Sensors page, see page 8-40

11. Enter the Wheel Calibration, on the Setup page, see page 8-46

12. You may change the Units, on the Units page, to suit your

preferences, see page 8-55

13. Save changes to the User Configuration, see Chapter 9

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Conﬁguration

GPS

Figure 8-1. Options>GPS Page

Please note: The GPS page is only displayed if Guidance and/or

Variable Rate Control (VRC) are selected with Spray Rate Control, on

the Product Selection screen.

If Guidance and/or VRC are not selected on the Product Selection

screen, the ECU page (page 8-6) will be the first to be displayed.

Automatic Section Control (ASC)

ASC can only be Enabled when DGPS is used in conjunction

with Guidance. This feature will automatically switch sections on

the Sprayer ON and OFF, therefore preventing the Sprayer from

overlapping or under lapping previously sprayed areas.

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The ASC option in Guidance General Setup must also be selected

(see X20 Guidance manual Page 4-21 Chapter 4).

Select Off (Figure 8-1 on page 8-1) if Guidance is not working.

Variable Rate Control (VRC)/Logging Mode

If you are not using VRC or Logging select Off (Figure 8-1 on

page 8-1).

Select Logging Only if you are not using a VRC prescription

map but are logging the Spray Rate’s elevation mapping, using the

Maplink VRC software. This allows logging to be done without

loading a VRC prescription map.

Select VRC and Logging if using the Maplink VRC software,

to load a VRC prescription map to control the Spray Rate to a

region based map. A VRC Master button will be displayed on the

Guidance and Maplink VRC screens.

The only difference between Logging Only and VRC and Logging,

is when Logging Only is selected, the VRC Master button is

removed from the Guidance screen, to prevent confusion.

NOTICE

When selecting Logging Only and VRC and Logging,

Variable Rate Control (Maplink VRC) must be

selected in the Product Selection screen during

startup.

(VRC)/Logging Synchronization

When Logging Only and VRC and Logging are selected, then the

VRC/Logging Synchronization window will be displayed.

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Select Off if you want to be able to switch the Treatment button

ON and OFF (on the VRC [Maplink] screen), independently of the

Sprayer Master Switch.

Select Master Switch Only for the logging in the VRC to follow

the Master Switch.

Master ON means that logging is ON and Master OFF means that

logging is OFF.

Master Switch and Flow is usually selected when ASC is

enabled, see “Automatic Section Control (ASC)”, page 8-1.

If all the sections are switched OFF under ASC, but the Master

is still ON the logging will stop because there is no flow present.

Therefore logging will stop if all the sections are switched OFF, the

Master is switched OFF or the actual spray rate is ‘0’.

NOTICE

When using Spray Rate Controller Version 1.98 or

later with X20 Guidance the On Time and Off Time

options are inaccessible in the X20 Guidance and

the values have to be entered in the Spray Rate

Controller Options>GPS page.

On Time

On Time is the time the Sprayer looks ahead (in seconds) to switch

ON the section valves.

Change the ON Time by pressing the calculator icon and entering

the desired value, see Appendix A for more detail.

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Off Time

Off Time is the time the Sprayer looks ahead (in seconds) to switch

OFF the section valves.

Change the OFF Time by pressing the calculator icon and entering

the desired value, see Appendix A for more detail.

Coverage Map Offset

Coverage Map Offset allows for the coverage in the Guidance and

Treatment maps in the Maplink software to keep drawing for the

set time after the Spray Control turns the section valves OFF and

also when the section valves are switched ON.

This feature allows for no gaps to be left on the map.

Change the Covergae Map Offset by pressing the calculator icon

and entering the desired value, see Appendix A for more detail.

Show Virtual Road If Moving

When the Show Virtual Road If Moving option is selected the

Guidance Virtual Road will appear on the right side of the screen

when Guidance detects that the vehicle is moving.

ASC Master Button

The ASC Master button will appear on the logo Bar on the

Guidance Working screen. The ASC Master button will also be

displayed on the VRC screen, if the VRC software is loaded.

This button will be displayed when both Guidance and Spray

Rate Controller are selected from the Product Selection screen

and ASC is enabled in the Sprayer Software

When the ASC Master button is green ASC is switched ON.

When the ASC Master button is red ASC is switched OFF, and

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Guidance will not switch section valves ON and OFF by the

Coverage map.

The operator can override the sections by using the section

switches on the external Switchbox or on screen section switches

of the Spray Rate Controller.

Select the button to switch the ASC Master ON or OFF.

ASC will only operate with software that is compatible with

Guidance. Some other makes of controllers will interact with the

TPA software. Speak to your dealer for more information.

VRC Master Button

The VRC Master button will appear on the logo Bar on the

Guidance and Maplink screens when VRC and Logging option is

enabled in the VRC/Loggingn mode window.

When the VRC Master button is green VRC is switched ON.

When the VRC Master button is red VRC is switched OFF.

Select the button to switch the VRC Master ON or OFF.

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Electronic Control Unit (ECU)

Figure 8-2. Options>ECU Page

COM Port

Select which Communications Port (COM Port) the 9 pin serial

cable from the Spray Rate Controller ECU is connected on the

back of the X console.

Usually COM2 is selected.

COM 1 is usually reserved for the Guidance GPS or DGPS

receiver.

NOTICE

If the COM Port is changed or selected you must

restart the software.

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Simulation is selected for desktop use when the console is not

connected to the Spray ECU. This disables all the alarms.

The COM Ports are greyed out if the Spray Rate software is not

registered, contact Topcon to register your software.

Controller

Select Spray Interface if one of the following is written on the

Spray Rate Controller:

•

KEE Spray Rate Interface

ZYNX 5500 Interface

ZYNX 2500 Interface

Select Spray ECu if Spray ECU is written on the Spray

Controller.

If Spray ECu was selected see pages 8-10, 8-33, 8-42 and 8-53

also.

Using Injection ECU

Before selecting using Injection ECu an additional Chemical

Injection pump has to be purchased and an additional Multi Drive

Electronic Control Unit (MDECU) and harnesses would also be

required.

This option, with the appropriate hardware will allow all the Spray

ECU’s to control up to 3 injection tanks if connected to a 4 channel

MDECU.

Please note: A Supplement Manual will be required to install the

Chemical Injection Pump.

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Speed From

For Speed From select from one of the three options:

•

Wheel Sensor

Tractor Radar

GPS.

Spray Interface

If Spray Interface was selected as the controller (page 8-7):

•

Select Wheel Sensor if a ground speed sensor is connected

to the spray harness plug marked Wheel Sensor (usually

located on the Spray Harness)

Select Tractor Radar if connecting a Tractor Radar to the

spray interface

The Tractor Radar plugs into the 3-pin weatherpack plug

marked Tractor Radar on the spray interface.

•

Select GPS if the speed is coming from a DGPS receiver.

NOTICE

Guidance (or Maplink VRC) and Spray Rate Control

must be selected from the Product Selection screen

before GPS is selected.

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Spray ECU

If Spray ECu was selected as the controller (page 8-7):

•

Select Wheel Sensor if a ground speed sensor is connected

to the spray harness plug marked Connector 1 on the Spray

ECU

The wheel sensor is usually located on the boom spray.

•

The Raven Spray ECU 3 and Spray ECU/SR has a 3-pin

weatherpack plug marked Radar on the Spray ECU 3, if a

Radar is connect to this plug select Tractor Radar

Select GPS if the speed is coming from a DGPS receiver.

NOTICE

Guidance and Spray Rate Control must be selected

from the Product Selection screen before GPS is

selected.

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ECU Configuration (Spray ECU Only)

Figure 8-3. Options>ECU Page>

ECU Conﬁguration

The ECU Configuration window (Figure 8-3) will only be

displayed when Spray ECu is selected as the controller

(page 8-7).

ECU Model

•

Select ECu, ECu3 if the description on the overlay reads

either ‘Spray ECU’, ‘Spray ECU 3’ or ‘Hardi 5500 Spray

ECU’

The corresponding art number on the Spray ECU is either

A2036, A2445 or A2243.

•

Select ECu 10S, ECu 10SR if the description on the

overlay reads ‘Spray ECU 10S’ or ‘Spray ECU 10SR’

The corresponding part number on the Spray ECU is

A2644.

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Select ECu 30S if the description on the overlay reads

‘Spray ECU 30S’.

The corresponding part number is A2643.

Please note: The ECU models: ECU and ECU 3 will come

factory loaded with the firmware version BMS207 or higher.

The ECU models ECU 10S, 10SR and 30S will come factory

loaded with firmware version BMS 209 or higher.

Section Valve Mode

•

Select 3 wire/Solenoid if the Sprayer is fitted with 3 Wire

Motorized Section Valves or Solenoid Section Valves.

Please note: When 3-Wire/Solenoid is selected the Sprayer

can control 31 Section Valves and one 3-Wire Dump Valve.

This is because both 3-Wire Motor Valves and Solenoids

only require a single signal wire to switch the valves ON

and OFF. Therefore, 31 sections can be selected. The

current harness only support 30 sections.

•

Select 2 wire if the Sprayer is fitted with 2-Wire Motorized

Section Valves (Reverse Polarity Valves).

Please note: When 2 wire is selected (2 wire Motorized

Valves of Reverse Polarity Valves) this enables the Sprayer

to control 15 section valves and one 2 wire Dump Valve,

because 2 wire valves require 2 signal wires to switch the

section valves ON or OFF. Therefore, only 15 sections can

be selected.

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Select 2 wire + power save if the Sprayer is fitted with

2 wire Motorized Section Valves and the power saving

feature is required. If the section valves do not receive a

signal from the controller for 2 minutes the power to the

section valves is switched OFF, this conserves power.

Please note: The 2 wire + power save feature is only

supported on Spray ECUs with firmware version 209 or

higher.

Dump Valve Mode

If 3 wire/Solenoid was selected from Section Valve Mode

(page 8-12) then select:

•

Not used—if no Dump Valve is fitted to the Sprayer

2 wire—if fitting a 2 wire Dump Valve to the Sprayer

3 wire—if fitting a 3 wire Dump Valve to the Sprayer.

•

If 2 wire or 2 wire + power save was selected from Section

Valve Mode (page 8-12) then select Not used.

Please note: When 2 wire section valves are fitted to the Sprayer

then only a 2 wire Dump Valve can be fitted to the Sprayer; a 3

wire Dump Valve is not an option.

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Tanks

Figure 8-4. Options>Tanks Page

Tanks

Select the appropriate tanks for your Sprayer. Most Sprayers will

only have one tank. Therefore select Tank 1 only.

Please note: If any of the Spray ECUs have the appropriate

Chemical Injection Pump hardware installed with a 4 channel

MDECU and the using Injection ECu option selected (page 8-7)

then up to 3 tanks may be selected.

If more than 1 tank is selected then Tank 2 Mode and/or Tank 3

Mode will appear next to Tank 1 Mode.

If more than 1 tank is selected then Pr. Sense for Tank 2 and/

or Tank 3 will appear; also additional Capacity and Controller

windows will appear.

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Tank 1 Mode

Tank 1 Mode selects the appropriate units depending on which

mode is chosen, ie: when Liquid is selected then the units are set

to ‘Litres’, ‘L/Ha’ and Flow Sensor to ‘pulses per litre’ (if metric

units is selected, see page 8-55). For imperial units, the units could

be replaced with 'Gallons', 'Gallons/Acre' and Flow Sensor to

'Pulses per Gallon'

Tank Mode is normally set to Liquid for spraying.

Select Granular if using the Spray Rate Controller as a spreader

controller.

Select Injection if the Spray system has a Chemical Injection

Pump and a 2 or 4 channel MDECU installed.

Select NH3 if connecting the Spray Rate Controller to an

Anhydrous Gas Tank.

If Tank 2 or Tank 3 was selected in the Tanks window (page 8-13)

select the Tank Mode for each of these tanks in the appropriate

windows.

Controller 1

If Spray Interface is selected as the controller, then only Reg.

Valve (Regulator Valve) can be selected and that is why the option

is greyed out and no selection is possible.

If Spray ECu is selected as the controller, then either Reg. Valve

or Prop. Valve (Proportional Valve) can be selected. Depending

on whether the type of controller is Regulator or Proportional.

Select the Settings button (Figure 8-4 on page 8-13) to personalize

the Controller settings. See “Regulator Valve Settings”, page 8-16

if Reg. Valve is selected or “Proportional Valve Settings”, page

8-21 if Prop. Valve is selected.

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Pressure (Pr) Sense

The Spray Rate Controller can monitor the pressure in a spray

system, which is displayed as a Pressure readout on the Working

screen (Figure 6-7 on page 6-7). The Spray Rate Controller uses

Flow to control.

Low and high pressure alarms can be set, to alert the operator

when the pressure in the system goes above the high alarm point or

below the low alarm point, see “Alarms”, 8-57.

Select Tank 1 if an electronic Pressure Sensor is fitted to the

Sprayer, otherwise leave deselected. See page 8-38 or 8-42 (for

Spray ECU configuration) to select the type of electronic Pressure

Sensor fitted to the system.

If more than 1 tank was selected in the Tanks window then a

Pressure Sensor can be selected for each tank that has a Pressure

Sensor present.

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Regulator Valve Settings

Figure 8-5. Regulator Valve Settings

The Regulating Valves and their settings are critical for the correct

operation of the Sprayer, particularly if Automatic Section Control

(ASC) is to be used.

To have good control when using ASC a faster Regulator Valve

may need to be installed. A 20 second KZCO Valve will be

sluggish and give poor control when using ASC and should

be updated to the 6 second ARAG Valve (grey band) or faster

Regulator Valve. 6 seconds represents the time for the Reg Valve to

go from fully closed to fully open.

When a Controller mode is selected then the Max On Time, PWM

Setting, Min On Time and Gain Setting settings are automatically

set. These settings can then be fine tuned manually.

Controller Mode

Select one of the following options:

•

Standard—will account for most regulating valve types

available in the market. Standard mode takes into account

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regulating valves that take between 4 and 20 seconds to go

from fully closed to fully open. Check the specifications of

the regulator fitted valve fitted to the Sprayer

Examples include Topcon (aka KEE) KZCO, Arag

Yellow band, Hardi, Raven Standard and Arag Grey band

Regulator Valves.

If Standard is selected you will have to select the

Regulator Valve that best suits your Regulator Valve from

Table 8-1 and enter the settings from the table into the Max

On Time, PWM Setting, Min On Time and Gain Setting

windows.

Settings for Common Regulator Valves

Controller

Max On Time PWM Setting

Min On Time

Gain Setting

20 sec.

or higher

Reg valve Standard

Eg:: TPA

KZCO

4.0 sec.

100%

8 msec.

16ms/%

16 sec.

Reg valve

Standard

8 msec.

Eg:: Arag

Yellow

Band

100%

16ms/%

Hardi Reg Standard

Valve

4.0 sec.

Raven

Standard

STD Reg

Valve

6 sec. Reg

valve

Standard

2.0 sec.

Eg:: Arag

Grey

100%

2 msec.

16ms/%

Band

Table 8-1. Settings for Common Regulator Valves

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Micro-Trak—should be selected if a Micro-Trak Regulator

Valve is used for regulation. When Micro-Trak is selected

the settings are entered automatically into the Max On

Time, PWM Setting, Min On Time and Gain Setting

windows and are optimized for the Mictro-Trak Regulator

Valve

DICKEY-john—should be selected if a DICKEY-

john Regulator Valve is used for regulation. When

DICEKY-john is selected the default settings are entered

automatically into the Max On Time, PWM Setting, Min

On Time and Gain Setting windows and are optimized for

the DICKEY-john Regulator Valve

Raven—should be selected if the Sprayer has Raven Fast

Flow Regulator Valve fitted, unless a Topcon Pressure

Relief (495181) has been fitted to the Raven Fast Flow

Regulator Valve.

The Raven Fast Flow has a three way valve which acts as

both a regulator and dump valve. The valve will go from

fully closed to fully open in 1.5 seconds. The PWM Setting

must be left on full (100%) otherwise this will impair

the operation of the Dump Valve and Automatic Section

Control.

If Raven is selected you will have to enter the settings

from Table 8-2 (page 8-19) into the Max On Time, PWM

Setting, Min On Time and Gain Setting windows.

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Settings for Raven Controller Mode

Controller

Max On Time PWM Setting

Min On Time

Gain Setting

Raven

Fast Flow

Reg valve

(1.5 sec.)

Raven

40 msec.

100%

8 msec.

2.4ms/%

Table 8-2. Settings for Raven Controller Mode

CAUTION

When using a Raven Regulator that operates as

a Dump Valve then you must select the Close

Valve When Flow Off option. Failure to do this

could dead end the system and cause damage to

pumps, hoses etc.

See "Service Bulletins", Chapter 7 if a positive

displacement (piston or diaphragm) pump and a

Raven Fast Flow Regulator Valve are fitted.

TPA recommends a Pressure Relief kit (495181)

to be fitted to the Sprayer. If the kit is fitted then

follow the settings recommended in the Service

Bulletin.

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Reverse Valve Direction

All Regulator Valves have a two wire control system. Polarity is

reversed to change the direction of the regulator when in use.

Select Reverse Valve Direction if the valve is turning in the

wrong direction, ie: pressure is being increased when the

decrease button is selected on the Working screen.

Close Valve When Flow Off

Select this option if using a 3 way Regulator Valve, which also

operates as a Dump Valve, such as the Raven Fast Valve.

Also select this option if Anhydrous Gas is being used through

the regulator.

Sensitivity

The Sensitivity setting refers to the Flow Meter signal and may

need to be set to Reduced to stop ‘hunting’. This setting will also

make the response to rate changes sluggish.

TIP

It is recommended that Standard is selected.

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Proportional Valve Settings

Figure 8-6. Proportional Valve Settings

Spraying systems that use a proportional valve are controlling a

hydraulic valve, which in turn drives a hydraulic motor which

drives a pump. Spray regulation is controlled by changing the

pump speed. The settings will need to be tuned for the Sprayer.

Valve Options

•

Add Dither—Select this when using Proportional Valves

High Minimum PWM Range—Deselecting the High

Minimum PWM Range option (default) displays Min

PWM range values between 5% and 40%.

Selecting the High Minimum PWM Range option

displays the Min PWM range from 42.5% to 60%

•

Enable Soft Start—should be left deselected

Close Valve When Off—should be left deselected.

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Min PWM

To set the Min PWM put the Sprayer into Manual mode from the

Working screen, with Agitation on full, all Boom Sections ON

and a manual pressure gauge installed.

Determine the minimum pressure value for the spraying system,

which is normally the lower limit of the nozzles being used. For

this example we will use 100kpa.

From the Working screen, making sure the MANuAL button is

selected, use the Dec button to decrease the pressure until 100kpa

is reached (taking the reading from the manual pressure gauge).

Then go to the Options>Sprayer>Settings page. Starting at 5%

increase the value to 10% and select the OK button to accept the

change, then take a look at the pressure gauge.

Keep increasing the value in 5% increments (after each change,

close the window by selecting the OK button) until the pressure

just starts increasing above 100kpa on the manual pressure

gauge. Use the value before the pressure increased above 100kpa;

therefore, if 30% made the pressure increase above 100kpa, then

use 25% as the Min PWM value.

The value will normally be around 25%.

Using High Minimum PWM Range Option

If after selecting 40% PWM and there is still no increase of

pressure above 100kpa, then your system may have a Minimum

PWM value above 40%. If this is the case, select High Minimum

PWM Range from the Valve Options window. The Min PWM

window will now have a range from 42.5% PWM to 60% PWM

displayed.

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Continue the procedure of increasing the PWM value until the

pressure starts increasing above the 100kpa as displayed by

the manual pressure gauge. Use the value before the pressure

increased above 100kpa. Therefore, if 47.5% made the pressure

increase above 100kpa, then use 45% as the Min PWM value

Max PWM

To set the Max PWM put the Sprayer into Manual mode from the

Working screen, with Agitation on Full, all Boom Sections ON

and a manual pressure gauge installed.

Determine the maximum pressure value for the spraying system,

which is normally the upper limit of the nozzles being used, eg:

we will use 500kpa.

On the Working screen, make sure the MANuAL button is

selected, use the Inc button to increase the pressure until 500kpa

is reached (taking the reading from the manual pressure gauge).

Then go to the Options>Sprayer>Settings page. Starting at a Full

(100%) decrease the value to 95% and select the OK button to

accept the change; then take a look at the pressure gauge.

Keep decreasing the value in 5% increments, after each change,

close the window by selecting the OK button, until the pressure

just starts dropping above 500kpa on the manual pressure

gauge. Use the value before the pressure dropped below 500kpa

therefore, if 70% made the pressure increase above 500kpa, then

use 75% as the Max PWM value.

The value will normally be around 75%.

Note: the 100kPa min and 500kPa max are dependant on the type

of nozzles used and limitations of the system. These valves are

only a guide.

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Controller Response

Once the Max PWM and Min PWM have been set the Controller

Response can be set.

Make sure the Sprayer is in Auto mode.

Start at Fastest and select a spray rate, for example: 80L/ha

then increase the rate to 100L/ha and see how quickly the rate

changes. If the rate overshoots and starts “hunting” too much

then select Medium Fast and repeat the procedure until the rate

selected is obtained quickly without overshooting too much.

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Sections

Figure 8-7. Options>Sections Page

Lines

The Sprayer can control either single boom lines or dual boom

lines.

If Single is selected the Spray Interface can operate up to 6 primary

Boom Sections or 5 primary Boom Sections with the second line

being controlled by the section valve 6 circuitry. Special plumbing

and wiring considerations need to be implemented for this system.

If Single is selected and Spray ECu (see page 8-7) is selected,

then the system can operate up to:

•

30 Boom Sections using 3 wire section valves or solenoids

with a 3 wire dump valve fitted.

Please note: When using an X15 console the number of

sections is limited to 15 sections under ASC control.

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15 Boom Sections using 2 wire section valves with a 2 wire

dump valve fitted.

If Dual is selected the Spray Interface can control 3 primary

sections valves and 3 secondary sections valves, giving a total of 6

sections.

If Dual is selected and Spray ECu (see page 8-7) is selected, then

the system can operate up to:

•

15 Boom Sections on the primary and 15 Boom Sections on

the secondary line, using 3 wire section valves or solenoids

with a 3 wire dump valve fitted

7 Boom Sections on the primary line and 7 Boom Sections

on the secondary line using 2 wire section valves with a 2

wire dump valve fitted

8 Boom Sections on the primary line and 8 Boom Sections

on the secondary line and no Dump Valve fitted.

Sections

Set the number of sections by pressing the calculator icon. See

Appendix A for help with using the calculator icon.

Enter the number of section valves on the primary line.

Setting the Number of Sections When Selecting

Dual

If Dual was selected and, for example there are 8 sections on the

primary line and 8 sections on the secondary line, then ‘8’ would

be entered as the number of sections.

See page 8-49 to set the Low Speed Shutoffs for the primary line

(section valves 1-8) and the secondary line (section valves 9-16).

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The Low Speed Shutoff for the secondary line (sections 9-16)

would be all set at the same speed you require the secondary line

to switch ON.

Setting the Number of Sections When Using

a Primary Section Valve to Switch Secondary

Line On

If the Spray Boom has been setup, for example with 5 sections

on the primary line and a section valve to control the secondary

line, then select the Lines as Single and the number of Sections

as 6.

Then enter ‘5’ as the number of Guidance Sections.

Enter the section widths of each of the sections (1-5) and enter a

zero width for the ‘6’ section.

See page 8-49 to set the Low Speed Shutoffs for section ‘6’, set

the Low Speed Shutoff for section ‘6’ at the speed you require

the secondary line to switch ON.

Widths

To enter the width for each Boom Section select the calculator

icon. See Appendix A for help with using the calculator icon.

Only the number of sections selected will be displayed.

Each section has a calculator icon next to it. Select the calculator

icon and enter in a value for each of the sections.

If all the sections are the same width then the Set All button can

be used. Enter in the section width using the calculator keypad

and select Enter, then all the sections will have that width value

entered.

Select OK to close the Section Widths window when all section

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Guidance Sections

The Guidance sections are displayed on the Guidance screen and

are used to produce the Coverage map. The Guidance sections are

also used by Guidance to know how many sections are used by

Auto Section Control (ASC).

Enter in the number of section valves on the primary line.

Valves

Hardi Sprayers require special hardware to operate. When fitting

the Sprayer controller to an existing Hardi Sprayer, it needs to cater

for their balanced valves.

Balanced valves, when closed, bypass the flow back to the tank

instead of just stopping it. However, the flow back to tank is being

calculated by the X20 console, therefore the system needs to know

when all the section valves are switched OFF; the signal pulses

from the Flow Meter are ignored.

Select Balanced when connecting the TPA system to a Hardi type

Sprayer with Balanced valves.

Nozzles

Total

The total number of nozzles fitted on the primary line can be

entered here. This number is used to calculate an average flow

rate per nozzle which can be displayed on the Working screen.

The number of nozzles is also used to calculate the Minimum

Flow.

The number of nozzles should be the number of primary line

nozzles only, with the nozzle count for each section entered into

the appropriate section.

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Min. Flow

The Min. Flow allows a value to be entered which represents

the minimum flow rate of the nozzles fitted on the Sprayer.

This value can be found on the nozzle chart that came with the

Sprayer.

When this value is entered the Spray Rate Controller will not

allow the nozzle minimum flow to fall below the value set. The

Spray Controller will hold the regulator at that position until the

flow increases above the Min. Flow.

The Spray Controller knows what the total flow is, because of

the feedback from the Flow Meter; it knows how many sections

are switched ON and how many nozzles are on each section.

Therefore, it can determine the flow per nozzle. When the flow

per nozzle falls below the Min. Flow Value a red indicator will

appear on the Flow readout, on the Working Screen (Figure 6-7

on page 6-7).

An explanation of the red indicator can be seen by selecting the

Flow readout (button).

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Switches

Figure 8-8. Options>Switches Page

Please note: If Enabled is selected on any of the 3 options then the

relevant Working screen options become disabled and all three options

can only be operated by the external Switchbox (A1268) or other

external switches.

External Master Switch

The external master switch switches all sections— that are

switched ON—ON or OFF.

Select Enabled if one of the following is connected to the Spray

ECU or Spray Rate Interface:

•

The Sprayer Switchbox (A1268) (connected to the Spray

ECU marked SWITCHBOX)

An external master switch (A601) (connected to the Spray

Controller marked MASTER SWITCH [TPA Spray Rate

Interface only])

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An external master switch (connected to the Spray ECU to

either CONNECTOR 1 or CONNECTOR 3 on the Tractor

harnesses or Spray ECU adaptor harness [Spray ECU Only]).

Select Disabled if no external master switch is connected to the

Spray Rate Controller.

External Auto Switch

The external auto switch switches the Sprayer mode between

automatic or manual.

Select Enabled if one of the following is connected to the Spray

ECU or Spray Rate Interface:

•

The Sprayer Switchbox (A1268) (connected to the controller

box marked SWITCHBOX)

An Auto/Manual switch (connected to CONNECTOR 2

harness on the Spray ECU).

Select Disabled if no Auto/Manual switch is connected to the

Spray Rate Controller.

External Section Switch

The External Section Switch switches the Boom Sections ON or

OFF.

Select Enabled if one of the following is connected to the Spray

ECU or Spray Rate Interface:

•

The Sprayer Switchbox (A1268) (connected to the controller

box marked SWITCHBOX)

Remote section switches (connected to the Boom Sensing

pins on CONNECTOR 2 harness on the Spray ECU).

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Select Disabled if no external section switches are connected to the

Spray Rate Controller.

•

External Switch UP is ON—is only applicable when a TPA

external Switchbox is connected to the Spray ECU or Spray

Rate Interface. Select the option to have the Master and Section

switches switch ON when in the up position.

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Switches (Spray ECU Only)

Figure 8-9. Options>Switches Page>

ECU Conﬁguration

The Boom Sensing, Section Switches and Switch Mapping

windows will only be displayed when Spray ECu is selected as

the controller (page 8-7).

Boom Sensing

•

No Sensing—select this if no external section switches are

connected to the Spray ECU

•

Six Boom Switchbox—select this if the Sprayer Switchbox

is connected to the connector marked SWITCHBOX on the

Spray ECU

•

ECU Sense Inputs—select this if customized section

switches are connected to the CONNECTOR 2 connector

on the Spray ECU.

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Section Switches

1. Select the calculator icon

2. Enter how many physical section switches are connected to

the Spray ECU box

3. Select Enter to save and close the window.

Switch Mapping

•

One Section For One Switch—select this if the number of

sections entered in the Sprayer>Guidance window is the

same as the number of section switches entered into the

Switches>Section Switches window

•

Preset Mapping—select this if the number of sections

entered in he Sprayer>Guidance window is more

than the number of section switches entered into the

Switches>Section Switches window and if you prefer

the Sprayer software to work out which section switches

control particular section valves

•

Custom Section Mapping—select this if the number of

sections entered in the Sprayer>Guidance window is

more than the number of section switches entered into

the Switches>Section Switches window and if you prefer

to customize which section switches turn OFF particular

section valves

Please note: When Custom Section Mapping is selected,

the Switch To Section Mapping button will become

accessible. Select the Switch To Section Mapping button

to advance to the Custom Section Mapping window.

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Custom Section Mapping

Figure 8-10. Custom Section Mapping

As the current Sprayer Switchbox has only 6 switches

available, and the Spray ECU can control up to 30 sections.

Custom Section Mapping provides a method of operating

several sections from each switch.

Specific requirements will vary between operators and this

window allows the operator to set which section switches

operate which section valves.

The example (Figure 8-10) shows a 14 section dual line system

with section 15 controlling the second line. Sections 1, 2 and

3 are operated by Switch 1, sections 4,5 and 6 are operated by

Switch 2 etc, with the second line being controlled from switch

6 through the control circuit for section 1.

By touching the screen put an ‘X’ in the box (touching the

same box again will remove the ‘X’ from the box).

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Any configuration is possible, simply by putting an ‘X’ in the

box that is common to the switch required and the section to be

controlled.

This selection does not affect the Auto Section Control (ASC)

operation or the Low Speed Shutoff settings for a particular

Boom Section.

Use Presets

Selecting the uSE PRESET button uses a formula depending

on how many sections are selected and automatically sets

which section switches control which section valves.

Undo

Selecting the uNDO button will undo one change at a time.

The uNDO button can be selected several times to go

back several steps; uNDO can be selected until the button

is greyed out. A greyed out uNDO button means the

configuration is the same as when the window was opened.

Select the OK button once the Section Mapping

configuration is finalized.

Selecting OK closes the Custom Section Mapping window

and saves the changes.

Cancel

Selecting the CANCEL button closes the Custom Section

Mapping window without saving.

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Sensors

Figure 8-11. Options>Sensors Page

Pressure

Please note: Normal operation is with Tank 1, but the system

can control up to 3 separate tanks. The above screen shows the

page as shown when Spray Interface is selected as the controller

(page 8-7); see page 8-42 also if Spray ECU was selected as the

controller (page 8-7).

If Pr. Sense was selected on the Sprayer page (page 8-15) for

a Tank then this page allows the type of sensor installed on the

Sprayer to be selected.

If only one tank has been selected on the Spayer>Pr.Sense

window then make sure that when selecting the Type that Tank 1 is

selected.

To select the tank the Pressure sensor is connected to, use the

arrows (◄►) to display the correct tank.

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Type

•

5 Bar—select this if using the standard TPA Pressure Sensor

10 Bar—select this if a 10 Bar Pressure Sensor is fitted.

•

See “Calibrating the Pressure Sensor”, page 10-3.

Input Gain

•

x1—select this (default) if the Spray Interface controller was

purchased after July 2005

•

x2—select this if the Spray Interface controller was

purchased before July 2005.

Please note: When the Spray ECU is selected Input Gain is not

required.

Flow

NOTICE

Most Flow Sensors have a calibration factor stamped

or labeled on the Flow Sensor body. The factor will

be in pulses per volume, (volume can be Litres, US

Gallons etc).

This factor may be entered manually into the Flow Sensor

Specifications window. Make sure the units (volume), selected

from the Units page (page 8-38), corresponds to the units used on

the Flow Sensor.

If the Flow Meter calibration is not known or the operator wants

to check the Calibration Factor, return to the Working screen, see

“Calibrating the Flow Meter”, page 10-13.

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To select the tank (1,2 or 3) (normally Tank 1) use the arrows

(◄►).

The Sensor Specifications button opens the Flow Sensor

Specifications window (Figure 8-12).

Figure 8-12. Flow Sensor Speciﬁcations

Calibration Factor

1. Select the calculator icon

2. Type in the Flow Sensor Calibration

TIP

Do not forget to enter a decimal point if required.

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NOTICE

If typing a Flow Sensor Calibration for a Raven

Flow Sensor then you must divide the factor by 10

before entering the factor. This is because the Raven

console does not have decimal points and assumes

the last digit is a decimal place.

For example: If the Raven label says ‘187’, then you

should enter 18.7 as the calibration factor.

3. Select Enter to accept and save the factor.

The current calibration factor is displayed and the current

units are displayed in blue.

Minimum Flow

1. Select the calculator icon

2. Enter the minimum flow of the Flow Meter fitted to the

Sprayer

Every Flow Meter has a minimum value. Below this point,

it can not control accurately. Therefore when the Flow

Meter reaches this value, the Regulator Valve will not

attempt to control below this minimum value, it will hold

the Regulator Valve at that point. Then the Flow readout

will display a red indicator alerting the operator of this.

Selecting the Flow readout (button) displays an explanation

of the red indicator, as the red indicator can mean

Minimum Flow (Flow Meter) or Minimum Nozzle Flow.

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3. Select Enter to accept and save the factor.

The current factor is displayed.

Micro-Track Flow Sensor

Select Micro-Trak Flow Sensor if a Micro-Trak Flow Sensor is

fitted. The Micro-Trak Flow sensor uses a latch system and when

enabled the software handles this.

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Sensors (Spray ECU Only)

Figure 8-13. Options>Sensors Page>

ECU Conﬁguration

Pressure

When Spray ECU is selected as the controller (page 8-7) there

are 2 extra types of Pressure sensors available: Current and

Voltage.

If 5 Bar or 10 Bar are selected in the Type window then the

Calibration Method window and the Sensor Specifications

button in the Pressure window are not displayed.

Select the type of Pressure sensor connected to the Sprayer.

Check the Pressure Sensor manufacturers details to select the

correct type of Pressure Sensor.

If Current or Voltage is selected then the Calibration Method

window is displayed (Figure 8-14 on page 8-43).

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Figure 8-14. Calibration Method Window

Calibration Method

•

Select Measurement if a Calibration is required for the

Pressure Sensor (Current or Voltage)

Calibration is done from the Working screen, see

“Calibrating the Pressure Sensor”, page 10-3.

•

Select Manual Entry if the sensor specifications are

known for the Pressure Sensor fitted.

When Manual Entry is selected a Sensor Specification

button appears in the Pressure window.

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Sensor Specifications

Current

Figure 8-15. Sensor Speciﬁcations

for Current Type

1. Select the Sensor Specifications button (Figure 8-13

on page 8-42) to do a manual entry with Current

selected

A Pressure Sensor Specifications window will be

displayed.

2. Select the calculator icon

3. Enter the Maximum Pressure

4. Select Enter to save the value and close the window

The current units will be displayed in blue.

5. Select OK to close the window.

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Voltage

1. Select the Sensor Specifications button (Figure 8-13

on page 8-42) to do a manual entry with Voltage

selected

A Pressure Sensor Specifications window will be

displayed.

You will need to enter the specifications for Maximum

Pressure, Minimum Voltage and Maximum Voltage.

2. Select the calculator icon for each window, in turn

3. Enter the specification

4. Select Enter to save the value and close the window

5. Repeat the process for each window

The current units will be displayed in blue.

6. Select OK to close the window.

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Setup

Figure 8-16. Options>Setup Page

Wheel Factor

The current Wheel Factor is displayed on the Options>Setup page,

in distance per pulse.

To set the Wheel Factor:

1. Select the calculator icon in the Wheel Factor window

(Figure 8-16).

The Wheel Factor Entry window will be displayed (Figure

8-17 on page 8-47).

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Figure 8-17. Wheel Factor Entry

Manual Entry

If the Wheel Factor is known:

2. Select the calculator icon in the Manual Entry window to

enter the Wheel Factor

3. Select OK to save and close the screen

The current Wheel Factor will be displayed.

Calibrate

If the Wheel Factor is unknown:

2. Place a mark on the ground alongside a Sprayer wheel

3. If the pulses are not on ‘0’ press Reset, in the Calibrate

window (Figure 8-17)

4. Drive along in a straight line, at a steady pace, and watch

the pulses accumulate

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As the wheel sensor passes past the magnet a pulse is

counted for every pulse from the radar.

5. Stop after approximately 20 meters (60 feet)

6. Put another mark on the ground alongside the same wheel

as used in Step 2

7. Measure the distance of the two marks, using a tape

measure

8. Press the calculator icon next to ‘Enter Distance’, in the

Calibrate window

The Wheel Factor is automatically calculated

9. Press ENTER to save the Wheel Factor and close the

window.

Distance Check

To check the Wheel Factor:

1. Press Reset, in the Distance Check window (Figure 8-17

on page 8-47)

2. Drive back between the two marks made in steps 2 and 6

during the Calibration

The distance travelled must be the same as the distance

measured, if it is not you must re-calibrate the Wheel

Factor.

3. Press ENTER to save changes and return to the Setup page

(Figure 8-16 on page 8-46).

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Low Speed Options

Low Speed Shutoffs

Low Speed Shutoffs sets the speed at which the section valves

will switch ON or OFF, when in Auto mode.

Low Speed Shutoffs are set according to the Sprayer performance

and operator requirements.

Selecting the calculator icon in the Low Speed Shutoffs window

(Figure 8-16 on page 8-46) opens the Low Speed Shutoffs

screen.

The number of sections displayed depends on the number of

sections selected in the Sections page (page 8-26). Individual

speeds can be set for each Section Valve.

•

Single Boom—In a single line system, all sections valves

would be set to the same value, eg. 2 or 3 kph. This will

ensure that the boom shuts OFF if the operator comes to a

stop while in Auto mode

•

Dual Line using a Section Valve Switching—If the Sprayer

is configured with a Dual Boom using a Section valve to

switch the secondary line ON and OFF, then all the section

valves need to be set the same, eg. 2 or 3 kph. Except for

the section valve switching the second line ON and OFF,

this needs to be set at the speed at which the primary

line nozzles reach their upper limit (Maximum Pressure),

eg.17kph, and the secondary line needs to switch ON

•

Dual Line—A Dual Line with separate wiring going to

each individual section valve. The first half of the section

valves (section valves on the Primary Line) would have

a Low Speed Shutoff set at, for example, 2 or 3 kph. The

second half of the section valves (Section Valves on the

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Secondary Line) would have a Low Speed Shutoff set at

the speed at which the primary line nozzles reach their

upper limit (Maximum Pressure), eg 17kph.

For example if a Dual Line with 15 Primary Line section

valves and 15 Secondary Line section valves with separate

wiring was setup. Then the primary line valves 1 to 15

would have the Low Speed Shutoffs set at 2kph and the

secondary line valves would have the Low Speed Shutoffs

set at 17kph.

Low Pressure Hold

It is recommended that the Low Pressure Hold option be set

at '0.0' if using X20 Guidance with ASC. An alternative to this

would be to set a Min. Flow per Nozzle and Min. Flow for the

Regulator valve (refer Page 8-29 and 8-40)

NOTICE

Low Pressure Hold should be set to 0.0 for boom

testing and setup. When this is completed a Low

Pressure Hold can be set.

A Pressure sensor would be required to set the Low Pressure

Hold.

The Low Pressure Hold is mainly designed for inline spraying

systems.

When using a Regulator Bypass system you will not be required

to set a Low Pressure Hold value, therefore the Low Pressure

Hold can be set at ‘0.0’.

The Low Pressure Hold is normally set at the speed just above

the point where the nozzles are at the bottom end of their range

eg.100kpa. To determine the Low Pressure Hold, the speed of

the Sprayer would have to be determined when the nozzles reach

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100kpa.

The idea is to maintain a spray pattern, even if the application

rate is above the desired rate. If a value is set in this option, and

the Sprayer speed falls below the set value, the spray system

switches to Manual mode and locks the Regulator Valve. When

the Sprayer is in this mode it is most likely that the Sprayer will

be over applying the chemical.

When the Sprayer speed goes above the set value the spray

switches to Auto mode and the Regulator Valve will start

controlling.

Select the calculator icon in the Low Pressure Hold window

(Figure 8-16 on page 8-46) to enter the value (in kph). Select

Enter to save the value you entered and close the window.

Pressure Boost

Leave the Pressure Boost value at ‘0’ when using a 6 second

Regulator Valve or faster and especially when using ASC.

Pressure Boost is a function mainly used for viticulture

applications and if using a 20 second Regulator Valve (slow).

The idea is to close the regulator to increase the pressure in

the Sprayer after the boom spray has switched OFF under

Low Speed Shutoff, so the correct application occurs when the

Sprayer turns ON again, when entering the next row.

The Pressure Boost compensates for the pressure loss the Sprayer

experiences as it travels slower, coming out of the row or when

entering the row.

Select the calculator icon in the Pressure Boost window (Figure

8-16 on page 8-46) and enter the value (normally 2-3 seconds).

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Pump Options

Select Enable Pump Speed Indicator (Figure 8-16 on page

8-46) when a speed sensor is fitted to the pump to readout the

RPM of the pump shaft.

If Enable Pump Speed Indicator is selected enter in a Min. and

Max RPM value for the Pump Shaft (by selecting the relevant

calculator icon). An alarm will be displayed when the pump

speed falls below the set minimum RPM value and above the set

maximum RPM value.

Enable Speed Smoothing

By default Enable Speed Smoothing is enabled. Under normal

spraying operations this should not be changed.

If a need arises for faster response to vehicle acceleration and

deceleration then deselect the box.

NOTICE

The rate displayed on the screen may fluctuate more

when the Enable Speed Smoothing option is disabled.

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Setup (Spray ECU Only)

Figure 8-18. Options>Setup Page>

ECU Conﬁguration

Enable Pump Control Button

The Enable Pump Control Button option is displayed when

Spray ECU is selected as the controller (page 8-7) and when

Prop. Valve (Proportional Valve) (page 8-14) and Pr. Sense

(Pressure Sensor) (page 8-15) are selected.

When the Enable Pump Control Button option is selected an

extra button to the left of the Master Switch on the Working

screen, called PuMP will be displayed.

When the PuMP button is switched OFF, on the Working screen

the proportional valve closes (by setting the PWM to zero) and

stops the oil flow to the pump.

See page 16-1 for more information.

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CAUTION

Do not select the Enable Pump Control Button

if the Hydraulic pump is controlled by an

independent switch.

Holding Pressure

This feature is for future developments. Make sure the Holding

Pressure remains set at ‘0’.

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Units

Figure 8-19. Options>Units Page

The Units page allows the operator to select the units preferred for

operation.

Select a unit from each of the windows:

•

Area Units

Length

Speed

Weight

Volume

Injection—applies when Injection is selected as one of the Tank

Modes (page 8-14)

•

Pressure—applies when an electronic Pressure Sensor is installed

on the Sprayer.

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Quick Set

Quick Set allows the operator to quickly change all the units to all

Metric, Imperial, US or Canadian units (by pressing the appropriate

button).

The operator can still change the units to suit their operation.

Lock NH3 Calibration Factor at Pulses per lb

Selecting the Lock NH3 Calibration Factor at pulses per lb

option when applying Anhydrous Gas and the Calibration Factor

on the NH3 Regulator Valve is in lb’s (pulses per lb of N) means

you can change the setting so you can work in kg of N.

The operator enters the Calibration Factor (pulses per lb of

N), selects the Units>Weight to kg then the Sprayer software

will convert the pulses per lb of N and display kg of N on the

Working screen.

Select this option if one of the Tank Modes is set to NH3 (page

8-14) and the operator has manually entered a Calibration Factor in

pulses per lb of N and selected kg in the Units>Weight window.

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Alarms

Select

the

alarm

Figure 8-20. Options>Alarms Page

Topcon Spraying software has a comprehensive alarm system, with

various options for indicating alarm conditions.

Voice alarms can indicate the alarm condition, without the need for the

operator to look at the console to see what is happening.

Each of the alarm conditions can be set for individual conditions. For

example if there is no Pressure Transducer fitted, the pressure alarms

can be set to Never Alarm.

The alarms are set from the factory, there should be little reason to

change the alarms.

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Selecting the Alarm

Select the alarm you wish to change from the drop down list, by

pressing the arrow (▼) (Figure 8-20 on page 8-57).

The example (Figure 8-20 on page 8-57) shows the Rate Alarm

selected; the changes made will apply to this alarm only.

Alarm Type

Select the preference for the type of alarm:

•

Never Alarm—switches the selected alarm OFF

One alarm cycle only—will alarm only once while the alarm

condition is present

•

Limited repeats—when a number is entered next to it eg. ‘2’

then while the alarm condition is present it will only alarm

for 2 cycles

Repeat while present—the alarm will keep alarming while

the alarm condition is present.

WARNING

All critical alarms should be set to "Repeat

while present."

Audio Alarm

Select the preference for the type of audio:

•

None—no audio alarm, only an Alarm window will be

displayed on the console showing the type of alarm

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•

Beep—a beep will be sounded through the console speaker,

and the Alarm window will be displayed, showing the alarm

type

Sound File—a voice alarm will be sounded through the

console, and the Alarm window will be displayed, showing

the alarm type.

Select Tank

Select the Tank (1, 2 or 3) you wish to set the alarms for. Each tank

can have different alarm conditions.

Setting Alarms

Select the alarm conditions for the selected alarms using the arrows

(▲▼) (Figure 8-20 on page 8-57) next to each parameter.

TIP

Use the supplied mouse to set these values.

•

Duration—the length of time the alarm will stay present

Alarm Bursts—the number of alarm bursts you will receive

throughout the duration

•

Interval—the time between each duration

Alarm Delay—the time gap between when the system detects

a problem to when an alarm is sounded and displayed on the

console.

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Press the SET button (Figure 8-20 on page 8-57) to save all changes.

Once an alarm has been changed and the SET button has been

selected. The alarm changes can be undone by selecting the uNDO

button (Figure 8-20 on page 8-57).

Tank Low Alarm %

The Tank Low Alarm is set at a percentage of the total volume.

The Total Volume is set from the Working screen, see “Tank

Setup”, page 10-13.

Use the mouse to set the Tank Low Alarm %, by selecting the

arrows (▲▼) next to the value (Figure 8-20 on page 8-57).

Test Tank

Select the Test Tank button (Figure 8-20 on page 8-57) to preview

the alarm sound, duration, cycles etc.

Reselect the Test Tank button to turn test OFF.

Defaults

•

Restore Defaults—resets the alarm you have selected, to the

factory setting

•

Restore All Defaults—resets all alarms to the factory settings.

See Table 8-3 (page 8-61) for information on the alarm defaults.

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Alarm Defaults

Alarm

Rate

Type

Duration

Delay

Bursts

Interval

Reason

Repeat

While

Present

2 seconds

4 seconds

Default

rate alarms

need to be

investigated

quickly

Tank

Empty

Repeat

While

2 seconds

5 seconds

30 seconds

If the tank

is really

Present

empty the

rate alarm

will also

sound

Tank

Low

Limited

Repeats or

One Cycle

2 seconds

5 seconds

4 seconds

Set limited

repeats to

required

cycles, 2 to

4 times

Flow

Sensor

Fail

Repeat

While

Present

30 seconds

Delay time

is increased

to allow

for booms

to activate

and ﬂow to

start

High

Pressure

Repeat

While

Present

or Never

Repeat

2 seconds

5 seconds

Turn off if

no pressure

sender

Low

Pressure

Repeat

While

Present

or Never

Repeat

Turn off if

no pressure

sender

Ground

Speed

Repeat

While

Present

2 seconds

4 seconds

Comms

Repeat

While

10 seconds

Continual

alarms

Present

when set-

ting Comms

Port is

difﬁcult

Table 8-3. Alarm Defaults

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Presets

Figure 8-21. Options>Presets Page

The Presets page can display various products and associated Flow

Meter calibrations.

This would normally only be used when a product density or viscosity

is significant enough to change the Flow Meter Calibration or if

the Flow Meter is routinely changed to cater for different rates with

different chemicals such as in the Viticulture industry.

Unless specifically required it is recommended that you leave this table

blank.

Change Preset List

Only follow this procedure if required to.

1. Select Change Preset List (Figure 8-21)

The Preset Entry window will be displayed (Figure 8-22 on

page 8-63).

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Figure 8-22. Preset Entry Window

2. Using the alpha, space and numeric buttons, enter a name for

the product

As you are typing the name of the product will appear in the

white window (Figure 8-22)

3. Select CHANGE CAL FACTOR

A screen keyboard will appear

4. Enter the Calibration Factor value (pulses per volume) for the

product

5. Select Enter to save the Calibration Factor and close the

window

The new Calibration Factor will be displayed

6. Select SAVE TO LIST

A window will be displayed showing the new product name

with the new Calibration Factor

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7. Select YES to save or NO to cancel

8. Select CLOSE

The new product and Calibration Factor will now be

displayed in the Preset List window.

Backup Preset List

The Backup Preset List button allows you to backup the preset

list to another directory on the console or USB thumbdrive.

The Preset List can be restored from the USB thumbdrive at a later

date.

1. Select Backup Preset List (Figure 8-21 on page 8-62)

The Preset List Backup window will be displayed

2. Select Set Transfer Path

3. Select D: Drive (USB Thumbdrive) from the drop down list

4. Select OK to close the window

5. Select Backup List to save the Preset List to the USB

Thumbdrive

6. Select the Restore List button to transfer the Preset List from

the USB thumbdrive to the console

7. Select Close to close the window.

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Simulation

Figure 8-23. Options>Sim. Page

The Sim. (Simulation) page is used to setup various parameters and

operating conditions to demonstrate the Sprayer program, without the

need to have a Sprayer connected.

The Simulation page is normally only used by sales representatives at

demonstrations and field days.

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Other

Figure 8-24. Options>Other Page

Language

Select the language the system will operate in.

Effects

•

Animate Section Valves—this will animate the section valves

on the Sprayer Working screen and the screen section valves

rotate when there is a flow present

Auto Section Click Sound—there will be an Auto Section

“click” when the section valve switches ON or OFF, under

Auto Section Control (ASC)

Deselect the option to disable the ASC “click” sound

•

Faster Manual Switching—when an external Switchbox

is connected, this option allows the system to read the

Switchbox more often, to speed up the response to manual

switches when the coverage map is being drawn on the

Guidance screen.

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You have now successfully entered all the details for your Sprayer.

Select DONE.

Go to Chapter 9, “Saving your Sprayer Configuration”.

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Saving the Sprayer

Conﬁguration

Figure 9-1. Save New Conﬁguration As Window

Once DONE has been selected on an Options page the Save

New Configuration As window (Figure 9-1) will be displayed

If this is the first time a Sprayer configuration has been saved

there will be no User Configurations listed

1. Select NEW FILE NAME

The screen shown in Figure 9-2 on page 9-2 will be displayed

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Figure 9-2. Screen Keyboard

2. Using the screen keyboard (Figure 9-2) enter in a name for the

Sprayer

The Sprayer in the above example was named 30M SPRAYER

3. Select ENTER to accept and save the Sprayer name

Current

Configuration

Figure 9-3. Current Conﬁguration Displayed

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The Configuration window will be displayed and the current

configuration will be displayed (Figure 9-3 on page 9-2)

The Sprayer settings for the Sprayer will be saved and loaded

onto the Working screen, ready to finish setting up the Sprayer

4. Press CLOSE to go back to the Working screen.

The Sprayer settings are now saved in the User Configuration folder.

If a Factory Configuration listed Sprayer was originally loaded from

the Factory Configurations folder then the settings for the Sprayer have

not changed in the Factory Configurations list.

The Sprayers listed in the Factory Configurations folder can be loaded

but they cannot be changed.

The Sprayers lists in the User Configurations folder can be changed by

the user.

Changing the Sprayer Settings of the Current

Configuration

1. Select Options from the Sprayer Main Menu (Figure 6-7 on

page 6-7)

The Configuration window will appear

2. Check that the Sprayer that needs to be changed is loaded (it will

be listed in the Current Configuration window (Figure 9-3 on

page 9-2)

3. Select Change/View Configuration

The Options window will be displayed

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4. Change the Sprayer settings that need to be changed

See Chapter 8, “Setting Up the Software” for help

5. Select DONE when you have finished making changes

The Save New Configuration As window (Figure 9-4) will be

displayed

Please note: If no changes were made the Save New

Configuration As window will not be displayed

The Sprayer that is changed will be listed (Figure 9-4)

Figure 9-4. Save New Conﬁguration As Window

6. From the list select the Sprayer that the changes have been made to

7. Select either:

•

NEW FILE NAME

•

OVERWRITE EXISTING FILE

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New File Name

An Enter New File Name window will appear

8. Using the screen keyboard enter in a name for the Sprayer

CAUTION

The name of the Sprayer has to be different from

the other listed Sprayers.

9. Select ENTER to accept the new Sprayer name

The Configuration window will be displayed.

The new Sprayer settings will be loaded and the name of the

new Sprayer will be displayed in the Current Configuration

window.

10. Select CLOSE to return to the Working screen, using the

new Sprayer settings.

Overwrite Existing File

A confirmation window will appear, asking to overwrite the

existing file

8. Select either:

•

YES—to overwrite the selected Sprayer

NO—to cancel the overwrite

If YES was selected a Configuration window will be

displayed

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The changed Sprayer settings will be saved to the existing

file name.

The Current Configuration window will display the

current Sprayer.

9. Select CLOSE to return to the Working screen, using the

new Sprayer settings.

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Setting Up the Sprayer

Pressure Sensor

Tank

Pressure

Window

Pressure

Readout

Figure 10-1. Working Screen Showing

Tank Pressure Window

Please note: The Pressure Readout display is only displayed if Pr.

Sense (page 8-15) is selected in Options and an electronic Pressure

Sensor is installed on the Sprayer.

The number in the top left corner of the Pressure Readout represents

which tank (1,2 or 3) the Pressure Sensor is connected to. The Pressure

Readout shown in Figure 10-1 is displaying a '1', therefore the pressure

readout displayed is connected to Tank 1. Up to 3 Pressure Readouts

can be displayed. The units used are displayed in the Pressure Readout.

Selecting the Pressure Readout from the Working screen, displays the

Tank Pressure window.

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Alarms

For a standard Broadacre System a low pressure alarm of 80 to

100kpa and a high pressure alarm point of 450kpa are reasonable

values. These settings will depend on the Sprayer configuration,

nozzles, pumps and usage and could vary considerably from these

values.

High Pressure

The current High Pressure alarm is displayed

1. Select the calculator icon (Figure 10-1 on page 10-1) next

to High Press. 1 to set a new High Pressure alarm

A screen keyboard will be displayed

2. Enter the value using the screen keyboard

3. Select ENTER to save the new value and close the

window

Low Pressure

The current Low Pressure alarm is displayed

1. Select the calculator icon (Figure 10-1 on page 10-1) next

to Low Press. 1 to set a new Low Pressure alarm

A screen keyboard will be displayed

2. Enter in the value using the screen keyboard

3. Select ENTER to save the new value and close the

window

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Calibrating the Pressure Sensor

Before calibrating the Pressure Sensor make sure you have selected

which Type of Pressure Sensor is connected to the system (page

8-38) and what Calibration Method you are going to use (page

8-43).

NOTICE

A Manual Pressure gauge must be fitted to the

system to determine the actual pressure for

calibration purposes.

1. Select RESTORE FACTORY DEFAuLTS at the bottom of

Tank Pressure window (Figure 10-1 on page 10-1)

2. Select CALIBRATE SENSOR in the Tank Pressure

window (Figure 10-1 on page 10-1)

3. Follow the on screen directions to calibrate the Pressure

Sensor

To calibrate the Pressure Sensor the console will take a zero

reading of the pressure when the pump is switched OFF.

Then another reading of the pressure when the pump is at

operating pressure. You will enter the actual pressure as read

from a Glass Pressure Gauge, using the screen keyboard.

4. Once the calibration is complete, check the Pressure Readout

from the Working screen and compare it against the Glass

Pressure Gauge.

If the difference is more than 10% then make note of the

Actual Pressure and the Pressure Readout from the Working

screen.

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Correction Factor After a Pressure Calibration is

Unacceptable

If the Pressure Readout is less than the Pressure Gauge:

1. Add the difference

If the Pressure Readout is more than the Pressure Gauge:

1. Subtract the difference

Eg: If the Pressure Readout reads 400kpa and the Pressure Gauge

reads 450kpa, add the difference of 50kpa to the Pressure Gauge

reading during the next calibration: enter a correction factor of

‘500kpa’ using the screen keyboard.

1. Select RESTORE FACTORY DEFAuLTS at the bottom of

Tank Pressure window (Figure 10-1 on page 10-1)

2. Select CALIBRATE SENSOR in the Tank Pressure

window (Figure 10-1 on page 10-1)

3. Follow the on screen directions to calibrate the Pressure

Sensor.

When the pump is at operating pressure (eg: 450kpa) and the

screen keyboard window appears, you will enter in the new

correction factor, using the above formula (eg: ‘500’).

Manual Entry of Pressure Calibration Factors

(Spray ECU Only)

Manual Entry of Pressure Calibration Factors can only be selected

if Spray ECU was selected as the controller (page 8-7) and either a

Current or Voltage type of Pressure Sensor is fitted to the Sprayer.

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Manual Entry has to be selected as the Calibration Method (page

8-43).

When the Calibration Method is set to Manual Entry, the Pressure

Sensor factors can be entered using the Sensor Specifications

button on the Options>Sensors page or they can be entered by

selecting the CALIBRATE SENSOR button on the Tank Pressure

window. Both buttons perform the same function and either button

can be used to enter the Pressure Sensor factors.

See page 8-43 for an explanation on entering the Pressure Sensor

factors.

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Flow

Window

Volume

Readout

for Tank 1

Volume

Readout

for Tank 2

Figure 10-2. Working Screen Showing

Flow Window

The Volume Readout (Figure 10-2) displays Volume/Minute or

Volume/Nozzle, depending on which option is selected from the Flow

window (Figure 10-2).

There is a Volume Readout displayed for each Tank (1,2 and 3)

selected. The example shown in Figure 10-2 shows a Volume readout

for Tank 1 and Tank 2 because there are 2 tanks selected. The number

on the left hand side of the Volume Readout displays which tank the

Volume Readout is displaying.

The units displayed are determined by the units selected on the

Options>units page (page 8-55) and whether, Liquid, Granular,

Injection or NH3 (page 8-14) was selected for the Tank Mode.

By selecting the Volume Readout the Flow window is displayed on

the right side of the screen (Figure 10-2).

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The current number of nozzles is displayed. The number of nozzles are

set from the Options>Sections page (page 8-28).

The number of nozzles does not affect Sprayer Operation. The number

of nozzles is used to calculate an average flow rate per nozzle. This is

displayed in the Volume Readout when the Display Volume/Nozzle

button is selected from the Flow window (Figure 10-2 on page 10-2).

Display Volume/Minute is displayed in the Volume Readout when the

Display Volume/Minute button is selected from the Flow window

(Figure 10-2 on page 10-2).

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Range (Spray ECU 2 only)—shows the actual Pulse Width

Modulation (PWM) applied to the Hydraulic Valve as a

percentage (%)

Please note: The Range is only displayed for the Tanks or Tank

which have Proportional Valve selected as the Controller (page

8-14).

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Time Left—these windows display the approximate spraying

time left (in hh:mm), before the tank is empty, taking into

account the current speed, volume left in tank, sections ON and

widths and application rate. Each Tank has its own Time Left

display, the number of Time Left windows is determined by the

number of Tanks selected. ‘OFF’ is displayed where the time

(hh:mm) is normally displayed, when the Tank is switched OFF

or the Master is switched OFF.

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Speed

Window

Valve

Number

Low

Speed

Shutoff

Value

Speed

Readout

Figure 10-3. Working Screen Showing

Speed Window

The Speed Readout (Figure 10-3) displays the current ground speed,

either from: Wheel sensor, Tractor Radar, GPS Speed (page 8-8) or

Test Speed.

Select the Speed Readout to display the Speed window (Figure 10-3).

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Test Speed—A test speed can be entered to perform all tests

necessary while the Sprayer is stationary. The Spraying software

will simulate a speed whilst stationary, the Sprayer will operate

in Manual or Auto modes, enabling the checking of pumps, Flow

Meter, nozzles, regulator etc

Select the Increase Speed arrow (►) or Decrease Speed arrow

(◄) (Figure 10-3) to set a test speed. The test speed will be

displayed in the Speed Readout

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Wheel Factor—The current Wheel Factor is displayed. When the

calculator icon, next to the Wheel Factor is selected, the Wheel

Factor Entry window is displayed. This is the same window as

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selected in the Options>Setup page (page 8-46 to 8-47)

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Spray Width—The current Spray Width is displayed. When

the calculator icon next to the Spray Width is selected, the

Section Widths window is displayed. This is the same window as

selected in the Options>Sections page (page 8-27)

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Low Speed Shutoffs—displays the Low Speed Shutoffs for each

section valve

Valve Info—this button will display the valve information for

each section valve, on the Boom Section icons (Figure 10-3 on

page 10-8). This displays which Boom Section is connected to

each section valve and displays the Low Speed Shutoff for each

valve

The Valve Information will be displayed until the VALVE INFO

button is selected again.

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Low Speed Shutoff—Selecting the Low Speed Shutoff

calculator icon will display the Low Speed Shutoff window.

This is the same window as selected in the Options>Setup page

(page 8-49)

Low Pressure Hold—The current Low Pressure Hold value is

displayed. When the calculator icon next to Low Pressure Hold

is selected the screen keyboard is displayed. A Low Pressure

Hold value can be entered. The Low Pressure Hold can also be

selected on the Options>Setup page (page 8-50).

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Area/Volume

Area

Window

Sub Area

Readout

Sub

Volume

Figure 10-4. Working Screen Showing

Area Window

The Sub Area Readout displays the Sub Area for the Sub Area Number

shown. The Sub Area Number is displayed in the top left corner of the

Sub Area Readout.

The Sub Volume Readout displays the Sub Volume for the Sub Area

Number shown. The Sub Area Number is displayed in the top left

corner of the Sub Volume Readout.

Select the Sub Area Readout or the Sub Volume Readout to display

the Area window (Figure 10-4).

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Total Area—displays the cumulative total of area sprayed

Select the calculator icon to enter a preset total area.

Select the Reset button to reset the Total Area. A window

will appear to confirm the reset, select YES to reset or NO to

cancel. Resetting the Total Area does not reset the 10 Sub Area

Numbers.

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Sub Area Number—displays the selected Sub Area Number. The

Sub Area Number is displayed in the Area window and in the

Sub Area and Sub Volume Readouts

The Sub Area Number is selected by using the Sub Area Number

Selector arrows (◄►) (Figure 10-4 on page 10-10). By using

the arrows you can select from 10 Sub Areas (0-9). As the Sub

Area Number changes the Sub Area and Sub Volume values will

change to display the areas and volumes accumulated for the

selected Sub Area Number.

Select the calculator icon aligned next to Area or Volume to

enter a preset value.

Selecting the Reset button next to the Area or Volume allows

the area and volume (weight) to be reset individually for the Sub

Area Number selected.

Please note: The Sub Volume units reflect which Tank Mode was

selected for each tank Liquid, NH3, Granular or Injection (page

8-14) and also the units that are selected (page 8-55).

If only one tank is selected then the Sub Area/Volume readouts are for

Tank 1. If more than one tank is selected, then the operator can elect to

display the Sub Area/Volume readouts for each tank. When more than

one tank is selected arrows (◄►) appear next to the Tank Number,

the arrows are used to select a tank number. The Sub Area/Volume

readouts will display the area covered and volume used for each tank,

on both the Working screen and Area window readouts. As the arrows

are used to select the Tank number you will notice the Tank Indicator

on the Working screen will change to show which Tank the Sub Area/

Volume readouts are displaying.

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The Tank Indicators can also be changed from the Working screen.

By repeatedly selecting either the Sub Area or Sub Volume readouts,

the orange Tank Indicator will indicate which Tank the readouts are

displaying for. The orange Tank Indicators are aligned in the same

position as the Tank (1,2 or 3) icons.

•

Reset Area Number—The Reset Area Number button resets the

both the Sub Area and Sub Volume for the Sub Area Number

displayed

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Time—The Time window displays the accumulated spraying

time while the Master is ON. By selecting the Reset button the

spraying time can be reset, a window is displayed warning the

operator, select YES to reset or NO to cancel.

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Tank Setup

Tank

Setup

Window

Tank 1

Icon

Tank 2

Icon

Figure 10-5. Working Screen Showing

Tank Setup Window

Selecting the Tank icon (1,2 or 3) (Figure 10-4) displays the Tank

Setup window (Figure 10-4) on the right side of the screen.

NOTICE

If more than one tank is selected then each tank has

to be setup independently.

To setup Tank 1, for example, select the Tank 1 icon from the Working

screen, the operator will know which Tank is being changed because

the FILL and CAL buttons in the Tank Setup window (Figure 10-4)

will reflect which Tank (1,2 or 3) was selected.

Next to each option the current value is displayed. To change the value,

select the calculator icon next to the value to be changed and enter in

the new value using the screen keyboard. Select the ENTER button to

save the new value and close the window.

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Tank Capacity—allows the operator to set the Tank Capacity,

so when the FILL button is selected the Tank is filled to that

capacity

The units being used are displayed on the Tank icon.

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Preset Rate 1 & 2—Preset Rate 1 is the main application rate that

is used when spraying, Preset Rate 2 is the second application

rate. These rates are shown on the Working screen in between

the Increase and Decrease buttons when in Auto mode, the

buttons are aligned with the Tank icon being changed

The units being used are displayed on the Tank icon, above the

Tank number.

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Increment—allows the increase or decrease of the application

rate (set by the Rate Increment) while spraying.

Use the Increase or Decrease buttons from the Working screen,

for the selected Tank.

Preset Name—allows the selection of different products, if the

products have different Flow Calibration Factors.

A drop down list is displayed, when the product is selected a Cal.

Factor is displayed next to the selected product. Select ENTER

to use the selected product

The current Cal. Factor for the selected product is displayed

under the product name.

New Products cannot be entered here. See Chapter 9 to enter

new products to the list.

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Total Capacity—displays the cumulative total of product applied

since the last reset

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Tank is ON (or OFF)—this button allows individual tanks to be

switched ON or OFF when more than one tank is selected.

If only one tank is selected then the button is not displayed.

The button displays whether the tank is ON or OFF, select the

button to change. The Tank icons on the Working screen are

greyed out when the tank is switched OFF and when the tank is

switched ON the Tank icon is orange.

Filling the Tank

NOTICE

Each tank will have to be refilled separately if using

more than one tank.

1. Select the tank icon (Figure 10-5 on page 10-13) for the tank

(1,2 or 3) which needs to be refilled

The Tank Setup window is displayed (Figure 10-5 on page

10-13).

2. Select FILL (Figure 10-5 on page 10-13)

NOTICE

The Master must be OFF to select the FILL button.

A window will be displayed showing 4 options:

•

Fill—completely refills the tank to its total capacity, as set in

the Tank Setup window

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Set Volume—allows the operator to set a known tank volume

which is not the tank capacity

Add Volume—allows the operator to add a known volume to

an already existing volume in the tank

Cancel—returns to the main screen without altering any of

the above.

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Flow Meter Setup

Calibrate

Tank

Window

Boom

Section

Selected

Speed

Readout

Tank 1

Icon

Figure 10-6. Working Screen Showing

Calibrate Tank Window

Calibrate the Flow Meter using one of the following methods:

•

Flow Calibration for normal valves (see below)

Flow Calibration for balanced (Hardi) type valves (see page

10-19)

•

Manual entry of Calibration Factor (see page 8-38).

Calibrating the Flow Meter

1. Disconnect a line from one valve going to a Boom Section

2. Connect a line from the valve to the measuring container

(20 liter drum)

3. Select the Speed Readout

4. Set a test close to normal spraying speed

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5. Select the Boom Section that has been disconnected from the

valve and is now supplying the measuring container

The section should turn green on the screen (Figure 10-6 on

page 10-17)

6. Select the Tank icon on the screen you are calibrating

7. Select CAL X (X is the tank number)

A Calibrate Tank window appears on the right of the screen

8. Start the pump and select Flow On/Off

The Valve and the Master will turn on, and liquid will flow

into the measuring container.

The pulse readout next to the flow button should increment

9. Press Flow On/Off when there is approximately 20 liters in

the measuring container

10. Measure this volume as accurately as possible and enter this

volume into the appropriate section of the window

The system will calculate the correct Flow Calibration Factor

and register this into the system.

11. Press Reset

12. Repeat the procedure if required

13. Select DONE when finished.

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Flow Calibration for Balanced (Hardi) Valves

Because the Balanced valve system is used on Hardi Sprayers,

the normal calibration procedure cannot be used. The following

procedure is required for Balanced valve systems but it can also be

used on "normal" valve systems.

1. Select Manual on the Sprayer Switchbox

2. Turn the pump and all Boom Sections on

3. Turn the Master ON

The Sprayer should start spraying

4. Adjust the pressure to the normal spraying pressure around

the middle of the nozzle range

5. Ensure Display Volume/Nozzle is selected on the Flow

window (page 10-7)

The Flow Readout units will be volume (L or Gal)/noz.

The value displayed in the Flow readout window will be

volume/nozzle/minute.

For this test to be accurate all nozzles on the boom spray

must be the same type and the nozzles must be in good

condition (not worn). The Flow Meter should also be in good

condition for this test to be accurate.

6. Place a jug under a nozzle and time for 1 minute

7. Measure the volume of liquid coming out of the nozzle, this

is the "Actual" amount

8. Write the "Actual" value down

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9. Compare this volume with the value shown in the Flow

readout, volume/nozzle/minute directly under the Manual

button, this is the "Calculated" amount

10. Write the "Calculated" value down

11. Select the Tank icon

The Tank Setup window will be displayed (Figure 10-5 on

page 10-13)

12. Write down the current Cal. Factor for the Flow Meter as

displayed

13. Using the formula below, calculate the new Cal. Factor:

Current Cal. Factor X "Calulated" Amount = New Cal. Factor

"Actual" Amount

14. Enter the New Cal. Factor using the Manual Entry method

(page 8-38).

Please note: Jug tests are not as accurate as the total volume

measurement as some errors will exist due to misting, over spray,

nozzle tolerances and variations in flow rates through boom hoses.

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Enable Lockout

NOTICE

Enabling the Lockout feature means access to

the Sprayer Options menu will be prohibited by

unauthorized users, therefore settings can only be

changed when a password is entered.

1. On the Working screen press the Main Menu button

A Sprayer window will appear on the right side of the screen

2. Select the Topcon logo

An About Topcon Spray Rate Controller window will appear

3. Select Enable Lockout

A screen keyboard will appear, allowing an alpha-numeric

password to be entered

4. Enter in a password that you will remember

5. Write your password down

, in case you forget it

password

6. Select ENTER

Another screen keyboard window will be displayed

7. Re-enter the same password

8. Select ENTER

A window will be displayed saying ‘Lockout Enabled’

9. Select OK

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10. Select Close

The Lockout feature has now been enabled and no one will be

able to access the Options screens without entering the correct

password. When the OPTIONS button is selected a window will

be displayed saying ‘Lockout Enabled’.

Disable Lockout

1. On the Working screen press the Main Menu button

A Sprayer window will appear on the right side of the screen

2. Select the Topcon logo

An About Topcon Spray Rate Controller window will appear

3. Select Disable Lockout

A screen keyboard will appear, allowing an alpha-numeric

password to be entered

4. Enter in the password you used to Enable Lockout (step 4, page

10-21)

If the password was incorrect then a window will be displayed

saying ‘Password Incorrect- Try Again’

Select OK, then select Disable Lockout and re-enter the correct

password

5. Select ENTER

A window will be displayed saying ‘Lockout Disabled’

6. Select OK

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7. Select Close

The Lockout has now been disabled and anyone using the software

can access the Options screens.

Sprayer Switchbox

6 Section Switches

Master

Auto/ Increase/

Parallel Guidelock

Guidance

Switch Manual Decrease

Switch

Figure 10-6. Sprayer Switchbox

The Switchbox functions are only available if enabled in the

Options>Switches page (page 8-31), if connecting the TPA External

Switchbox to the Spray ECU.

The Switchbox connects to the 9 pin plug marked SWITCHBOX.

When the External Switchbox switches are enabled, the equivalent

Working screen buttons on the Sprayer Working screen become

disabled.

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Section Switches—The section switches turn the Boom Sections

ON or OFF. Up is OFF, down is ON

The red LEDs next to each section switch turn ON when

spraying and flash when the Boom Section is switched ON but

the Master switch is OFF.

The red LEDs next to each section also turn ON when the

sprayer's ground speed drops below the Low Speed Shut Off

value while the Boom Section is switched ON and the Master

switch is ON

•

Master Switch—turns all selected Boom Sections ON or OFF.

Up is OFF, down is ON. This applies as long as the option on

Page 8-30 'External Switch Up is ON' is not ticked

•

Auto/Manual Switch—turns the system from automatic mode to

manual. Up is Manual, down is Auto

Increase/Decrease—Each toggle changes the rate either up or

down by the preset Increment Rate whilst in the Auto mode.

Up is increase, down is decrease

When in the manual mode it increases and decreases the system

pressure. Up is increase, down is decrease

•

Parallel Guidance—When using Guidance in conjunction with

your Topcon Spray Rate Controller you can use this button in

lieu of the PARALLEL button. You still must select point A and

point B, on the screen

Guide Lock—When using Guidance in conjunction with your

Topcon Spray Rate Controller you can use this button in lieu of

the GuIDE LOCK button on the guidance screen

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Start Spraying

Simulate Spraying

The Spray Rate Controller allows the operator to check the plumbing

of the system and operation of spraying without the need to go into the

field. The operator can check the pressure reliefs, nozzle setup, wiring

etc is correct.

1. Fill the tank with water

2. Start the console

3. On the Product Selection screen select only the Spray Rate

Controller (for testing procedure only)

4. Start the Pump and bring to operating pressure

5. Select the Speed Readout, to display the Speed window and set

a test speed of normal spraying speed

The test speed will be displayed in the Speed Readout.

The test speed should be above the set Low Speed Shutoff

and Low Pressure Hold speeds (this should be disabled during

testing).

The following tests refer to the Screen buttons only. If the Switch

Box is enabled, you will need to use the switches instead of the

screen buttons where necessary.

6. Switch on all of the boom sections

7. Select MANuAL

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Please note: When the Sprayer is first started it always starts in

Manual mode.

8. Select the Master Switch

The Boom Sections will switch ON and start spraying.

If a Glass Pressure Gauge is installed, then when the increase

arrows (▲) are pressed the pressure should start increasing.

Please note: If the pressure decreases when the increase arrow

(▲) is pressed then you have to select Reverse Valve Direction

(page 8-20) then check again and make sure the pressure

increases when the increase arrow (▲) is pressed.

9. Keep pressing the increase arrow (▲) until the pressure stops

increasing

When the pressure reaches the maximum point, the regulator

valve will be at the end of it's travel and stop moving. At this

point, the bypass back to the tank will be at it's minimum, and

the maximum available liquid will be going through the spray

lines.

At this point the regulator is allowing full flow to the boom.

The current application rate will be displayed with a white

background, letting the operator know the Sprayer is spraying in

Manual mode.

10. Check the Boom sections are functioning correctly by turning

each section off then back on one at a time and checking that the

correct section on the sprayer turns off.

11. Press the AuTO button

The Sprayer will go into Auto mode with the Sprayer controlling

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the Regulator Valve.

12. Select a rate by selecting one of the Preset Rate (1 or 2) buttons

If the boom spray is controlling to that rate, the application

rate will turn to an orange background, indicating the Spray

Controller is controlling to the required rate.

13. Using the increase arrow (▲) the application rate will increase

by the Rate Increment as set in the Tank Setup window.

As the increase arrow (▲) is pressed the application rate will

keep increasing until full flow is being supplied to the booms.

At this point the application rate displayed will flash between the

target rate and the actual rate, this is the limit of the Sprayer for

that speed, nozzle selection etc.

The operator can change the test speed, application rates etc,

to see what range the Sprayer will achieve in the field, before

chemical is put in the tank.

Start Spraying

1. Switch the console ON

2. Make sure Spray Rate Controller is selected on the Product

Selection screen

3. Start pump and bring to operating pressure

4. Check the Preset Rates and Rate Increment are set correctly for

the spray job (if spraying in Auto mode)

5. Select a Sub Area Number and reset if necessary

6. Fill or Set a Volume for the tank

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If using more than one tank, make sure Tank is ON is

switched ON for each tank. The Tank icon will be an orange

color if the tanks are ON and a volume is entered into the

console.

Spraying in Manual Mode

7. Select the MANuAL button

The button will be highlighted and the green indicator, on the

MANuAL button will be displayed.

8. Press the increase and decrease arrows (▲▼) to set the

pressure

9. Switch the Master Switch ON and drive to the set speed and

pressure for the nozzle selection, using the increase and

decrease arrows (▲▼) to set the pressure.

Spraying in Auto Mode

7. Select the AuTO button

The MANuAL button will still be highlighted but the

indicator light on the MANuAL button will be red;

indicating the Sprayer has the Auto mode selected but is not

spraying in Auto mode yet.

8. Select the Master Switch

If a Low Speed Shutoff is selected then the Boom Sections

will be red and are not spraying.

Once the Sprayer takes off, the Speed Readout will display

the current speed. When the speed goes above the Low

Speed Shutoff value the Boom Sections turn green and start

spraying in manual mode. The indicator on the

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MANuAL button is still red and the application rate will

be displayed but showing a white background; these both

indicate the Sprayer is spraying in manual mode. This will

happen if a Low Speed Shutoff value has not been reached.

Once the speed increases and the speed goes above the

Low Speed Shutoff value then the AuTO button will

become highlighted and the green indicator will be shown

on the AuTO button, the application rate will have an orange

background when the rate has been achieved.

The Sprayer is now spraying in Auto mode.

While Spraying

While spraying:

•

Speed will be displayed

Area and Volume will start accumulating

Pressure will be displayed (if selected)

Either Volume/Minute or Volume/ Nozzle will be displayed

The Volume remaining on the Tank icon will start counting

down

•

The current application rate will be displayed

Any alarms that arise will be displayed

Once the tank icon turns to red, the Low Volume point has

been reached, alerting the operator the tank has reached the low

point’ alarm

•

When the Master Switch is OFF it turns red, when the Master

Switch is ON it turns green.

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Guidance and Spray Rate Control

To use Spray Rate Controller with Guidance:

1. Turn the console on

Figure 11-1. Product Selection Screen

2. On the Product Selection screen (Figure 11-1) select Guidance

and Spray Rate Controller

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Figure 11-2. Sprayer Working Screen Showing

Virtual Road

When using the Spray Rate Controller, press the Main Menu button

(Figure 11-2) to view the Virtual Road on the right side of the screen.

After the Menu button is pressed it takes 5 seconds for the Virtual

Road to appear

The Virtual Road will only be displayed when the vehicle is moving.

Sections

Pressure

Master Status

Rate

Figure 11-3. Guidance Showing Sprayer Icon

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To view the entire Guidance Working screen (Figure 11-3 on page

11-7) press the Guidance button (Figure 11-2 on page 11-7).

You will then be able to see the Guidance screen with the Spray Rate

Controller screen minimized in the Topcon logo Bar.

The miniaturized Spray Control screen shows you the number of

Boom Sections in operation, the rate currently applied and the current

system pressure.

You can revert to the Sprayer Working screen (Figure 11-2 on page

11-7) by pressing the minimized version of the Sprayer Working screen.

When the screens are minimized all alarms will still be heard by audio

alarms and will show on the screen, if activated.

Automatic Section Control (ASC)

Figure 11-4. Guidance Showing ASC Master Button

With Automatic Section Control (ASC) activated, the Sprayer will

automatically switch the Boom Sections ON/OFF, as required by

the Coverage map.

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For ASC to work the Auto Section Enabled option has to be

enabled (page 8-1) in the Sprayer software. When Auto Section

Enabled has been selected then the ASC Master button will

appear on the Topcon Logo Bar, on the Guidance Working

screen. The ASC Master button will not function unless ASC has

also been enabled in the Guidance software General Setup (see

Guidance Manual).

When the ASC Master button is green then the ASC control

will control sections ON or OFF as required. When the ASC

Master button is red then the ASC control will be disabled and

the switching OFF and ON of sections will be performed by the

operator. Therefore the ASC can be left enabled in the Guidance,

and enabled or disabled from the Guidance Working screen by

selecting the ASC Master button.

Please note: The sections switch OFF when the Boom Section is

fully over an already mapped (applied) area. The sections also

switch ON so that there is no untreated areas left.

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Testing

Regulator

Figure 12-1. Regulator Connector

The Regulator Drive outputs (Reg INC and Reg DEC on schematics)

drive a 2-Wire Motor Valve (generally referred to as Servo, Flow

Control Valve or Electric Pressure Regulating Valve).

To increase Flow the controller applies 12 Volts to Pin-1 and Gnd to

Pin-2 of the connector (Figure 12-1). To decrease flow the controller

applies Gnd to Pin-1 and 12 Volts to Pin-2. The polarity is constantly

changing while the controller adjusts the valve to maintain the desired

flow rate.

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Regulator Drive Test Procedure

1. Set a Digital Multimeter to measure 20vdc

2. Measure the voltage between Pin-1 and Pin-2 in the

following states:

•

State 1—Controller set to manual, sections and master

ON, pressing and holding the increase arrow (▲). The

meter should display 12 or -12 Volts.

Please note: It is not important which polarity is

displayed.

State 2—Controller set to manual, sections and master

ON, pressing and holding the decrease arrow (▼).

The meter should display opposite to State 1.

Confirming this verifies the regulator outputs on the

controller are working correctly.

Please note: If the Spray-line pressure increases when

the decrease arrow (▼) is pressed select Reverse Valve

Direction (page 8-20).

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Switched Power

Figure 12-2. Switched Power Connector

This input is connected to the power cable via the relevant extensions

and Y cable. When the console is powered on a low current, filtered 12

Volt supply is applied to Pin-A to power up the ECU's processors.

Switched Power Test

1. Power the console ON

2. Confirm 12 Volts between Pin-A and Pin-B

WARNING

It is important to ensure that the polarity is not

reversed as damage will result to the ECU.

3. Make certain that the negative (black) probe is in Pin-B and

the positive (red) Probe in Pin-A, and that the Multimeter

display does NOT show -12V (correct reading is 12 Volts)

WARNING

Do not use this output for any other application,

other than what is described in all TPA literature.

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Dump

Figure 12-3. Dump Valve Connector

The Dump Valve Drive Outputs (Dump open and Dump close on

schematics) drive a 2-Wire Motor Valve (generally referred to as

Dump, Main Valve or Master Valve).

To open the Dump Valve the controller applies 12 Volts to Pin-1 and

Gnd to Pin-2 of the connector (Figure 12-3). To close the dump valve

the controller applies Gnd to Pin-1 and 12 Volts to Pin-2. The Dump

is open (bypass to tank) when all sections or the master switch is OFF

and closed (pressure to Spray-line) when the master and any sections are

ON.

Dump Drive Test

1. Set a Digital Multimeter to measure 20vdc

2. Measure the voltage between Pin-1 and Pin-2 in the

following states:

•

State 1—Controller set to manual, sections and master

ON, pressing and holding the increase arrow (▲). The

meter should display 12 or -12 Volts.

Please note: It is not important which polarity is

displayed.

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State 2—Controller set to manual, sections and master

ON, pressing and holding the decrease arrow (▼).

The meter should display opposite to State 1.

Confirming this verifies the regulator outputs on the

controller are working correctly.

Please note: If the Dump valve opens when it should

close swap the wires connected to Pin-1 and Pin-2 in

the connector (Figure 12-3 on page 12-4).

Topcon Sensors

Figure 12-4. Sensor Connector

All shaft sensor inputs (other references Flow Sensor, Speed Sensor,

Encoder and Feedback) are pinned alike.

Each time the Sensor is exposed to magnetic field (Hall effect) or

metallic objects (Proximity) the circuit is closed between Pin-A and

Pin-B. The controller sees this as 0 Volts, then 5 Volts when the sensor

is clear of the magnet or metallic object.

Sensor Input Test

1. Power ECU on

2. On the Harness with the sensor disconnected check:

• 11-12 Volts between Pin-B and Pin-C

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• 5 Volts between Pin-A and Pin-B

3. Sensor connected but not exposed to the magnet:

• 11-12 Volts between Pin-B and Pin-C

• 5 Volts between Pin-A and Pin-B

4. Sensor connected with exposure to the magnet:

• 11-12 Volts between Pin-B and Pin-C

• 0 Volts between Pin-A and Pin-B

WARNING

Sensor power is 1 Amp current limited and should

never be limited for any other purpose.

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3-Wire Section Valves

Figure 12-5. 3-Wire Connector

The Boom Section Drive outputs from the controller simply apply a

12 Volt signal to Pin-3 of the section valve to open. 0 Volts closes the

valve.

The 3-Wire Section Valves require constant 12 Volt (Pin-1) and

constant Gnd (Pin-2) as well as the 12V signal to Pin-3.

Section Valve Drive Test

1. Set the controller to Manual mode

2. Using a digital Multimeter, set to 20vdc connect probes to

Pin-1 and Pin 2 on section one Valve tail

3. Confirm 12 Volts

4. Repeat this for all section valve tails.

Switch Master Switch ON

1. Using a digital Multimeter, set to 20vdc connect probes to

Pin-2 and Pin-3 on section one Valve tail

2. Turn on Section 1

3. Confirm 12 Volts on Pin 3

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4. Turn Section 1 OFF and confirm 0 Volts

5. Repeat this process for all section valves.

PWM Regulator Valve

Figure 12-6. PWM Regulator Valve Connector

The proportional drive output allows control of PWM Hydraulic

Solenoid valves.

Pin-1 provides a constant 12 Volt supply to the coil while Pin-3

delivers a Switched Gnd PWM signal.

Prop Output Test

1. Connect an automotive test light between Pin-1 and Pin-3

2. Switch a tank ON

3. Switch the Master Switch ON

4. With the controller set to Manual press and hold the increase

arrow (▲)

The light should glow progressively brighter in 1 second time

increments, to full brightness

5. Stop pressing the increase arrow (▲)

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The light should maintain the current brightness

6. Press the decrease arrow (▼).

The Light should become progressively dimmer.

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Sprayer Components

Spare Parts List

Part Number

Description

A2643

A2644

Spray ECU 30S Console

Spray ECU 10SR Console

In Cab

Part Number

Description

A2634

A1268

A1953

A449

Power/COMMS Harness

Sprayer Switchbox

2 Wire Power Splitter Harness

Radar Interface

A601

Remote Master Switch (Spray Rate Interface

Only)

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Ground Speed/Shaft Sensor

Part Number

Description

A1200

A006

A007

A369

A402

Sensor

"L" Angle Speed Sensor Bracket

Slotted Speed Sensor Bracket

10 Magnet Wheel Kit

Block Magnet and Clamp

Flow Sensors

Part Number

Description

A093

TPA Flow Sensor (10-100l/min)

Polmac Flow Sensor (10-100l/min) 1" BSP Flange

Polmac Rapid Check Insert

4623822

P41316399

P413003AL

Polmac Electronic Sensor

Pressure

Part Number

Description

A092

5 Bar Electronic Pressure Sensor with Gauge Saver

Pressure Adaptor for Eagle & Spray ECU

Pressure Adaptor for MK5 and Spray Rate Inteface

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Dump Valve Adaptors (to suit Sprayer Harness)

Part Number

Description

2 Wire Motorized Dump Adaptor

A2266

A2269

3 Wire Dump Adaptor (12 V ON when Master OFF)

Solenoid Dump Valve Adaptor

Spares

Part Number

Description

A1478

Y846

A2677

A768

A802

16 Pin Locking Ring Kit (pack of 3)

Fuse 10 Amp 3AG (console fuse)

Sprayer Manual

3 Pin Weather Pack 5m Extension

Arag Regulator Valve Adaptor

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Speciﬁcations

Console

Supply Voltage

12.5-16 Volts Negative Earth System

0.9 amps approximately

2 amps each

Supply Current Console

Maximum Solenoid

Supply Current

Maximum Electric

Regulator Valve Motor

Current

Approximately 250 milli-amps

WARNING

The Spray ECU's power leads must be connected

directly to the tractor's battery terminals. No

attempt should be made to connect the system

to a positive earth vehicle. Damage will result and

warranty will become void.

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Ground Speed, Fan Speed and Auxiliary Shaft

Sensors

Ground Speed Sensor

Hall Effect type sensors

Fan Speed Sensor and

Auxiliary Shaft Sensors

3-Pin Weather Pack Plug (Pin A, B and C)

Sensor to Magnet

Distance

2-3 millimeters (mm)

Supply Voltage

Signal Voltage

Supply 12 Volts from Spray ECU

4-5 Volts sensor inactive

<1 Volt sensor activated by magnet

Flow Sensors

With switch OFF

Switch ON Resistance

2 Wire only

Open Circuit

1800 Ohms

Maximum Contact

Current

50 milli-amps

Accuracy

2% in range 10% to 200% of nominal ﬂow

Bone

15mm

80l/min

Nominal Flow Rate

Calibration

45.7 pulse/l

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Polmac (Broadacre)

3 Wire Flow Sensor

Flow Rate

20-200 l/min

Calibration

Approximately 630 pulse/l

Accuracy

+/- 1% when ﬂow is 10-100 l/min

+/- 3% when ﬂow is 100-200 l/min

Bone

25 mm

Orion (Broadacre)

3 Wire Flow Sensor

Flow Rate

10-200 l/min

Calibration

Approximately 300 pulse/l

+/- 0.5% when ﬂow is 10-200 l/min

Accuracy

Bone

25 mm

Maximum Contact

Current

300 milli-amps

Pressure Transducer

VDO type 360 710 V

ariable resistance sender

ﬁtted with gauge saver

0kpa Pressure

8-11 Ohms

500 kpa Pressure

Approximately 180 Ohms

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Spray ECU 30S

Console

Figure 15-1. Spray ECU 30S

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Part number—A2643

Firmware version—BMS 209

Power/Comms Harnesses—A2634

Tractor Harness—A2434 (Economy Tractor Harness)

Sprayer Harness—(To suit A2434): A862 (Sprayer Harness 6.5m)

A1437 (Sprayer Harness 13m)

A1438 (Sprayer Harness 15m)

•

Tractor Harness—A2753 (Section Dual Line/14 Section Single

Line Tractor Harness)

Sprayer Harness—(To suit A2753): A2102

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Tractor Harness—A2432 (7 Section 2 Wire)

Sprayer Harness—(To suit A2432): A2102

Tractor Harness—A2435 (30 Section Tractor Harness 3.5m)

Sprayer Harness—A2436 (30 Section Sprayer Harness)

Setup

1. Select Spray ECu on the Options>ECU page, in the Controller

window (page 8-7)

2. Select ECu 30S on the Options>ECU page, in the ECU Model

window (page 8-11)

Wiring Connection

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instructions to disconnect Raven harness

battery connections. Uses new power har-

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30S & 10SR POWER COMMS Harness

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Connector 1

Figure 15-2. 37 Male Pins

Connector 1 - 37 Pin Sprayer Drive

I/O

Label

Primary Function

GND

Ground

Output

GND

Section 1B

Section 1A

Section 2A

Section 3A

Section 4A

Section 5A

Section 6A

Section 7A

Section 8A

Section 9A

Section 10A

Section 2B

Reg Drive 1B

Reg Drive 1A

Section 3B

Section 4B

Section 5B

Section Drive

Reg Drive - Decrease

Reg Drive - Increase

Section Drive

Table 15-1. Connector 1 - 37 Pin Sprayer Drive

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Connector 1 - 37 Pin Sprayer Drive

I/O

Label

Primary Function

Section 6B

Section Drive

Output

Ground

Sensor GND

Ground for Sensors

Power for Sensors - 5V

22 Sensor Power (5V)

Sensor

Power

Section 16A

Section Drive (Dump)

12 V Master Switch Sense

Power for Sensors - 5V

Output

Input

Master Switch

25 Sensor Power (5V)

Sensor

Power

26 Sensor Power (5V)

Power for Sensors - 5 V

Sensor

Power

Speed

Flow Sensor 1

Sensor GND

Section 7B

Pressure 1

Section 8B

Section 9B

Section 16B

Section 10B

Battery

Encoder Input, Ground Speed

Encoder Input, Flow Channel 1

Ground for Sensors

Section Drive

Input

Ground

Output

Input

Pressure Sensor 1 Input

Section Drive

Output

Section Drive

Section Drive (Dump)

Section Drive

Power Out for Valves

Power for Sensors - 12V

37 Sensor Power (12V)

Sensor

Power

Table 15-1. Connector 1 - 37 Pin Sprayer Drive (continued)

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Connector 2

Figure 15-3. 37 Female Pins (Reverse Gender Plugs)

Connector 2 - 37 Pin Sensors - Sprayer Drive/Sense 1

I/O

Label

Primary Function

GND

Ground

Reg Drive - Decrease

Reg Drive - Increase

Section 1 12V Sense

Section 2 12V Sense

Section 3 12V Sense

Section 4 12V Sense

Section 5 12V Sense

Section 6 12V Sense

Section 7 12V Sense

Section 8 12V Sense

Section 9 12V Sense

Section 10 12V Sense

Section 11 12V Sense

Section 12 12V Sense

Encoder Input Flow Channel 2

Pressure Sensor 1 Input

Section Drive

Ground

Output

Input

Output

Reg Drive 2B

Reg Drive 2A

Section 1 Sense

Section 2 Sense

Section 3 Sense

Section 4 Sense

Section 5 Sense

Section 6 Sense

Section 7 Sense

Section 8 Sense

Section 9 Sense

13 Section 10 Sense

14 Section 11 Sense

15 Section 12 Sense

Flow Sensor 2

Pressure 2

Section 11A

Section 11B

Section Drive

Table 15-2. Connector 2 - 37 Pin Sensors - Sprayer Drive/Sense 1

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Connector 2 - 37 Pin Sensors - Sprayer Drive/Sense 1

I/O

Label

Primary Function

Section 12A

Section 12B

Section 13A

Section 13B

Section 14A

Section 14B

Section 15A

Section 15B

Section Drive

Output

Input

Section Drive

28 UP/DOWN TOG1

29 UP/DOWN TOG2

Parallel (12V) Guidelock (GND)

AutoSteer - Enable (12V), Disable

(GND)

Input

30 UP/DOWN TOG3

31 UP/DOWN TOG4

32 Auto/Manual Switch

Tank 2 - INC (12V), DEC (GND)

Tank 1 - INC (12V), DEC (GND)

Manual (Open), Auto (GND)

Encoder Input

Input

Encoder 1

Battery

GND

Input

Power Out

Output

Ground

Power Out

Ground

37 Sensor Power (12V)

Power for Sensors - 12 V

Sensor

Power

Table 15-2. Connector 2 - 37 Pin Sensors - Sprayer Drive/Sense 1

(continued)

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Figure 15-4. 16 Male Pins

Connector 3 - 16 Pin Sprayer Drive/Sense 2

I/O

Label

Primary Function

GND

Pressure 3

Ground

Pressure Sensor

External Switch - Pull to GND

Tank Level Sensor

Encoder Sensor

Sensor Power 5V

Pot Input

Ground

Input

Pressure 4

Input

External Switch

Tank Level 1

Tank Level 2

Encoder 2

Input

Sensor Power (5V)

Pot 1

Output

Input

Encoder 3

Encoder Sensor

Sensor GND

Input

Sensor GND

Ground

Output

Input

12 Sensor Power (12V)

Sensor Power 12V

Encoder Sensor

Pot Input

Encoder 4

Pot 2

Input

15 Radar/Spare Sensor

16 Sensor Power (12V)

Encoder Sensor

Sensor Power 12V

Input

Output

Table 15-3. Connector 3 - 16 Pin Sprayer Drive/Sense 2

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Connector 4

Figure 15-5. 16 Male Pins

Connector 4 - 16 Pin Comms/Power

I/O

Label

Primary Function

Battery

Battery Power

Input

COMMS A

COMMS/Programming

Input/

Output

Shield

Ground

COMMS B

COMMS/Programming

Input/

Ouput

Battery

Battery Power

Input

Battery

RS232 RXD

Shield

COMMS/Programming

Ground

Input

Ground

Output

Ground

RS232 TXD

GND

COMMS/Programming

Ground

Switched Power

GND

Switched Power

Ground

Input

Ground

Table 15-4. Connector 4 - 16 Pin Comms/Power

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Hardi 5500 Spray ECU

Console

Figure 16-1. Hardi 5500 Spray ECU

•

Part number—A2243

Firmware version—BMS 207

Power/Comms Harnesses—1:

(Revision 1.1) A2634

2: (Revision 1.0) A2278

Please note: Serial No. A2243 050001 to A2243 050010 and

A2243 060001 to A2243 060002, the C8 pin was not connected,

therefore no pump speed could be displayed on the console.

Serial No. A2243 060003 and later had the C8 pin connected,

therefore Enable Pump Speed Indicator can be selected on the

Option>Setup page, in the Pump Options window (page 8-53).

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Sprayer Harnesses—Hardi 5500 Spray Interface

Please note: Hardi 5500 Spray ECU Rev 1.0 (you can find the

Rev No. next to the Part No. on the label) had no logo or labels

next to the plugs. Rev 1.0 also had tails on the Power/Comms and

Foam/End plugs.

Connecting

1. Connect the 39 pin plug Sprayer Harness from the Hardi 5500

controller to the Sprayer Harness on the Hardi 5500 Spray ECU

2. Connect the Power/Comms harness to the Power/Comms

connection on the Spray ECU

3. Connect the 9 pin serial plug to the back of the X console

4. Connect the battery leads to the tractor battery

5. Connect the Foam/End to the Hardi's Foam/Fence End harness

6. Connect the external Switchbox to the plug marked 'Switchbox'

on the HARDI 5500 Spray ECU

Setup

1. Select Spray ECu on the Options>ECU page, in the Controller

window (page 8-7)

2. Select ECu ECu, ECu 3 on the Options>ECU page, in the

ECU Model window (page 8-11)

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JDT

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instructions to disconnect Raven harness

battery connections. Uses new power har-

ness part number A2634 - SPRAY ECU

30S & 10SR POWER COMMS HAR-

NESS (RELAY NOT FITED)

1/3/06

JDT

1.1

1.2

23/3/06

353

Enable Pump Speed Input. Add wire to

H1104 Harness.

Connector 1

Figure 16-2. 39 Pins

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Connector 1 - 39 Pole F/M Hardi Sprayer Drive

I/O

Label

Primary Function

RELAY 1A

RELAY 2A

RELAY 3A

RELAY 4A

RELAY 5A

RELAY 6A

RELAY 7A

RELAY 8A

RELAY 9A

Section 1 ON (12V)

Section 2 ON (12V)

Section 3 ON (12V)

Section 4 ON (12V)

Section 5 ON (12V)

Section 6 ON (12V)

Section 7 ON (12V)

Section 8 ON (12V)

Section 9 ON (12V)

Output

a10

a11

a12

a13

VALVE 1A

INC Foam

FML

Reg Valve

Output

Increment

Foam Marker Left

Section 1 ON (12V)

Section 2 ON (12V)

Section 3 ON (12V)

Section 4 ON (12V)

Section 5 ON (12V)

Section 6 ON (12V)

Section 7 ON (12V)

Section 8 ON (12V)

Section 9 ON (12V)

RELAY 1B

b10

b11

b12

b13

VALVE 1B

DEC Foam

FMR

Reg Valve DEC

Decrement

Output

Foam Marker Right

End Nozzle Left

End Nozzle Right

End Nozzle L

End Nozzle R

Table 16-1. Connector 1 - 39 Pole F/M Hardi Sprayer Drive

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Connector 1 - 39 Pole F/M Hardi Sprayer Drive

I/O

Label

Primary Function

Sensor Power

Input

c8 Radar/Pump Speed

Radar/Pump Speed

Input

c10

c11

c12

c13

Flow Sensor 1

Speed Sensor

Ground

Flow Sensor Signal

Speed Sensor Signal

Input

Ground

Table 16-1. Connector 1 - 39 Pole F/M Hardi Sprayer Drive

(continued)

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Connector 4

Figure 16-3. 16 Male Pins

Connector 4 - 16 Pin COMMS/Power

I/O

Label

Primary Function

Battery

Battery Power

Input

COMMS A

COMMS/Programming

Input/

Output

Shield

Ground

COMMS B

COMMS/Programming

Input/

Ouput

Battery

Battery Power

Input

Battery

RS232 RXD

Shield

COMMS/Programming

Ground

Input

Ground

Output

Ground

RS232 TXD

GND

COMMS/Programming

Ground

Switched Power

GND

Switched Power

Ground

Input

Ground

Table 16-2. Connector 4 - 16 Pin COMMS/Power

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Connector 5

Figure 16-4. 16 Male Pins

Connector 5 - 16 Pin Foam Marker

I/O

Label

Primary Function

INC Foam

Increment

Output

Ground

Output

FML

FMR

Foam Marker Left

Foam Marker Right

End Nozzle Left

End Nozzle L

End Nozzle R

Ground

End Nozzle Right

DEC Foam

Decrement

Battery + 12V

Output

Table 16-3. Connector 5 - 16 Pin Foam Marker

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Service Bulletins

Pressure Relief

Sprayers ﬁtted with the Raven Flow Regulator Valve and a Positive

Displacement (Piston or Diaphragm) pump require the ﬁtting of a

Pressure Relief Valve to the Sprayer.

The Raven Fast Flow Valve switches to Dump when the sectional

switches or Master switch are turned off. With the Topcon system this

can make the time to obtain spraying pressure slow. To rectify this, a

manual Pressure Relief Valve is ﬁtted to the system which then allows

rate to be achieved within 3 seconds.

The other beneﬁt of ﬁtting the pressure relief valve is that it will protect

the system from over pressurizing, other pressure damage and the pos-

sibility of hoses being "burst" off of their ﬁttings. Fitting the

Pressure Relief Valve will also prevent the operator from getting

covered in chemical.

Fitting

WARNING

The Sprayer and Pump must be turned OFF and

there must be zero chemical in the system, when

fitting the Pressure Relief Valve.

Protective clothing, gloves and eyewear must be

used when fitting the Pressure Relief Valve.

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To Fast

Valve

From Pump

Skin fitting

to be fitted

to tank

Pressure

Relief Outlet

Figure 17-1. Pressure Relief Valve Layout

The Pressure Relief Valve will be ﬁtted between the pump in the

pressure hose and the Fast Valve.

The Pressure Hose is a 1 ¼" hose; it will need to be cut to add the

Pressure Relief Hose.

A Skin Fitting (supplied) must be ﬁtted to the tank, for the relief

chemical. Fit the Skin Fitting approximately 20 centimetres above

the base of the tank, so that "frothing" does not occur and agitation

is not enhanced.

The dealer/end users will have to supply an appropriate 1 ¼" chemi-

cal resistant hose, to connect the Pressure Relief Outlet and the Skin

Fitting. An appropriate hose clamp will also have to be supplied.

Once the pressure relief valve is ﬁtted to the pump. Pressure Outlet

Hose and then connected to the tank skin ﬁtting, wind the Pressure

Regulating Adjuster fully out, this will result in all ﬂuids being

"dumped".

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Sprayer Software Settings

Figure 17-2. Close Valve When Flow Off

When setting up the software make sure the Close Valve When Flow

Off option (page 8-20) is not selected.

The controller mode must be selected as Standard (page 8-16) when

this kit is ﬁtted.

Setting the Pressure Relief

To adjust the Pressure Relief Valve you must know the correct working

pressures applicable to the spray nozzles. The valve needs to be set at a

point that will allow 1 Bar (approximately 100kpa) more than the

nozzle maximum pressure.

1. Place water into the Sprayer

2. Start the pump

3. Place the controller into manual and press the up arrow (▲) on

the screen for 20 seconds

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4. Screw the Pressure Relief Adjuster in (clockwise), until the dial

pressure gauge on the Sprayer registers 1 Bar (approximately

100kpa) more than the maximum rating of the nozzles. Eg:: If the

nozzle pressure range is rated at 1-4.5 Bar, set the relief valve to a

reading of 5.5 Bar.

The system will never have a pressure exceeding the displayed

pressure, thus protecting the Sprayer and the operator.

The rate will be achieved, from the OFF position, in approximately 3

seconds, thus eliminating under sprayed areas.

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Troubleshooting

In general, as long as you follow the instructions provided in this

manual, you should have few problems with your Sprayer. This chapter

will help you diagnose and solve some common problems you may

encounter.

Communication

Problem

No Comms

Causes

Solutions

Tips

1. Incorrect Comms

Port selected

Select correct Port from Can be any port on

Sprayer

console, usually 2

or 3

2. No power on ECU Rev 3 ECU's require

power on pin 14 of

Main battery power

missing on Rev 3

ECU's do not give

Comms Errors

Power plug, earlier

ECU's have only the

battery connection

3. Faulty Comms

Check lead for damage, Check harnesses

lead between console repair as necessary

and ECU

for support. If left

hanging on the

Comms connectors,

the cable could be

strained and break

wires in the plug

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Speed

Problem

No Speed

Speed From

Causes

Solutions

Tips

4. Wheel Sen- Signal from

Check Circ

value, sensor

magnet clear-

ance, connector sensor or select

voltages, con- Radar. A pulse

nector corrosion, from an

Try manual

speed,

disconnect

sor

speed sensor

missing or no

Circ value

loose connec-

tions, magnet

polarity and

intermittent

sensor will

switch back to

sensor input

sensor damage

5. Radar

Signal from

Radar system

missing

Check wiring

and Radar

speciﬁcations

Radar speed

inputs are

unreliable, do

not use unless

proven reliable

(see Speed

Erratic)

6. GPS

GPS input

missing

Check GPS

signal and

Guidance

programs are

running. Circ

must have a

value

The GPS speed

comes from

the Guidance

program, which

must be

running to get a

speed

reading.

Response is

slow as speed

changes get

passed through

several pro-

grams and the

GPS receiver

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Problem

Speed Erratic

Speed From

Causes

Solutions

Tips

7. Wheel

Sensor

Inconsistent

speed pulses

from sensor

Check for loose Magnets get

connections,

sensor and

dislodged,

wheel wobble

wheel bearings, changes sensor

missing clearance and

magnets, incor- wires break

rect installation where constant

or broken wires ﬂexing occurs

in harness

8. Radar

Bad Radar

signal

Use other speed Radar outputs

source

change type

of signal with

speed, ie:

change pulse

rate above set

speed, varies

with Radar.

Boom Sections

Problem

Boom Sections do not work

Causes

Solutions

Tips

9. Incorrect valve

type selected

Select correct valve

type for Sprayer and

wiring

Harnesses are

designed for certain

valve types, check

system components

are matches to

conﬁguration

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Problem

Boom Sections do not work in Auto

Causes

Solutions

Tips

10. Low speed

Check low speed

When

shutoff, ASC active

shutoff is correct, ASC troubleshooting

is OFF/disabled

Sprayer problems

run the Sprayer

program by itself.

ASC and GPS do

odd things when

stationary, even

with ASC turned

OFF

Problem

Second line does not work correctly

Causes

Solutions

Tips

Additional Data

11. Trigger

speed point

incorrectly set and boom

conﬁguration

Check

trigger points

Dural line

conﬁguration

is only when

the second line 11, page 18-11.

valves are con-

trolled from the

ECU. If using

one line to

Yes, see

Additional

Data, Problem

operate the

second line

conﬁguration

must be single

line with the

Sprayer hard-

ware operating

the second line

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Problem

Booms do not turn off from Switchbox

Causes

Solutions

Tips

12. Faulty switches

Disable external

switches in

Switches collect dirt

etc, the circuit

conﬁguration and

requires the switch

operate from the screen to make contact to

turn the Sprayer

OFF, unless UP

is ON is selected,

when the Sprayer

will nor turn ON

Problem

Booms stay ON when stopped

Causes

Solutions

Tips

13. Low speed

shutoff set to zero

Enter a low speed

shutoff of 3 kph

The low speed

shutoff will turn the

booms OFF when

coming to a stop in

Auto. A lower value

(1 kph) could result

in the booms turn-

ing on when

stationary, if using

GPS speed

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Rate and Pressure

Problem

Rate Unstable

Causes

Solutions

Tips

Additional Data

14. Regulator

settings

Tune regulator All setup steps

settings, check can be done

Yes, see

Additional

correct valve

type is selected manual speed

stationary with

Data, Problem

14, page 18-12.

15. Faulty

pump

Test and repair Pump may be

Yes, see

Additional

Data, Problem

15, page 18-14.

pump

sucking air or

pulsing due to

faulty valves

16. Faulty

Test and repair Faulty Flow Me- Yes, see

Flow Meter

ter (worn out)

or below Flow

Additional

Data, Problem

Meter minimum 16, page 18-14.

rate

Problem

Wrong Pressure

Causes

Solutions

Tips

17. Bad Flow Meter Check Flow Meter

If Flow Meter

calibration

calibration and type

select

calibration is

incorrect the

pressure for the rate

showing will be out.

Check nozzle charts

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Problem

Incorrect pressure reading

Causes

Solutions

Tips

18. Bad pressure

calibration

Check selection of

correct pressure sender selected is what is

Conﬁrm range

and calibration

required ie: most

systems use kpa, but

if Bar is

selected, the reading

is 1/100 th of the

value

Problem

Rate and Pressure do not match unless whole Boom is ON

Causes

Solutions

Tips

Additional Data

19. Balanced

Valves is

selected

Deselect

Balanced

Valves if

balanced

HARDI use

balance valves, Additional

most other

Sprayers use a

Yes, see

Data, Problem

19, page 18-15.

valves are not normal shutoff

used valve

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Problem

Rate goes up when slowing down

Causes

Solutions

Tips

Additional Data

20. Minimum

Flow settings

activated

Check

trigger points

for the

There are 3

minimum hold

settings: Nozzle, Data, Problem

Yes, see

Additional

minimum ﬂow Flow Meter and 20, page 18-16.

settings, may

be normal

behaviour

Speed. When

activated, the

Sprayer

switches to

Manual and

holds the

regulator at that

point

Problem

Incorrect pressure reading

Causes

Solutions

Tips

21. Regulator Faulty Check and

If regulator is seized

there will be no

control. If at the end

of travel only

repair regulator

control in manual is

still possible. Check

other

conﬁguration fac-

tors.

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Control

Problem

Will not control in Auto

Causes

Solutions

Tips

22. Regulator Valve

is operating wrong

way

Select Reverse Valve

Direction

Pressure should go

up when the Up

arrow is pressed in

Manual

Volumes

Problem

Incorrect volumes

Causes

Solutions

Tips

Additional Data

23. Flow Meter Perform FCAL Performing the Yes, see

calibration is

incorrect

procedure

FCAL Additional

procedure takes Data, Problem

into account

23, page 18-16.

wear, plumbing

etc. The FCAL

supplied with

the Flow Meter

is valid when

new and the

plumbing is as

speciﬁed as the

manufacturer

24. Volume

reference is

inaccurate

Measure the

volume of liq- are very

uid placed into inaccurate and

tank, or use

volume after

calibration of

Flow Meter as

reference

Tank markings

Yes, see

Additional

Data, Problem

24, page 18-17.

change over

time

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Nozzles

Problem

Nozzles losing pattern when slowing down

Causes

Solutions

Tips

Additional Data

25. Pressure

dropping too

low when at

low speeds

Change nozzles There are 3

Yes, see

Additional

to give better

range, set the

low pressure

hold to hold

pressure at

minimum for

nozzles

minimum hold

settings: Nozzle, Data, Problem

Flow Meter and 25, page 18-18.

Speed. When

activated, the

Sprayer

switches to

Manual and

holds the

regulator at that

point

Alarms

Problem

Alarm keeps sounding

Causes

Solutions

Tips

Additional Data

26. A problem Fix the

has developed problem that

There is a wide Yes, see

variety of alarms Additional

that triggers the has caused the associated with Data, Problem

alarm

alarm to sound the Sprayer,

some are

26, page 18-19.

critical, others

are warnings

only. See the

associated text

for the alarm

types and

suggested

settings

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Problem 11

Second line does not work correctly

Information

Dual line Sprayers give a larger effective speed range of

operation without the need to change nozzles to travel faster or

slower and maintain the desired application rate. The X20 uses

2 different methods of controlling a second line, which is deter-

mined by the hardware ﬁtted to the Sprayer. The ﬁrst method

is to control the individual valves on both lines. For this the

X20 is conﬁgured as a dual line. The second line is turned on

as required by setting the low speed shutoffs for the second line

valves. The second line follows directly on from the main line

valves, ie: a 6 section Sprayer has boom 1 second line valve

on section 7. A fully featured harness is required to control this

conﬁguration.

The second system uses a single output to control the second line.

For this, the Sprayer needs to be conﬁgured as a single line, with one

more section enabled than is used for spraying. This extra section

uses the speed to turn the line on at the right time, and must be

conﬁgured with a zero width. The hardware needs to be setup to

control the second line, either with a valve to turn the liquid on, or an

interface to drive the second line valves.

The X20 does NOT have Tiered Switching but with the Dual line

type of conﬁguration, by setting the cut in speeds, you can determine

which line come on ﬁrst.

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Problem 14

Rate Unstable

Information

The X20 has a selection of Regulator valves speciﬁed by the

manufacturer in the valve settings options. The Standard option suits

all valves supplied by Topcon and many others with speeds varying

from 6 seconds to 30 seconds.

The Max On Time is the maximum time power is applied to the

valve to correct the rate. If the target rate and the current rate are

widely different, this is the maximum time that the valve will be

driven before power will be removed and if necessary, reapplied. If

this value is too low, the system will be sluggish and slow to respond.

The maximum value will suit most applications.

The Min On Time is the minimum or shortest time that the power

will be applied to the Regulator Valve. The maximum value will also

suit most systems. If set too low, the valve may not move when a

small correction is required.

The PWM Setting varies the average voltage applied to the valve

motor. At 100%, a full 12 Volts is applied, whereas at the lesser

settings reduce the voltage to the percentage shown. The reduced

voltage makes the valve turn slower and is helpful when trying to

correct an overshooting problem with the faster valves, 6 seconds

etc. The slow valves, 20 seconds, usually need to be 100% for good

control.

The Gain Setting is simply like a volume control, how hard the

controller is going to respond to changes required. The second level

down will suit most applications.

The Micro-trak setting is designed for the Micro-trak Regulator

Valve which is a fast control valve.

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The Dickey-John setting is for the Dickey-John Regulator Valve and

is very fast. The same principles apply in setting up or tuning the

system, just the numbers will be different. Note that the PWM

settings have an entirely different range of settings. If good control

cannot be achieved with the set of values available for that valve, try

another set. The settings groups are simply optimized for the valve

indicated. Different models may require different settings, although

they are from the same manufacturer. (See Raven below).

The Raven setting is for the Raven Fast Flow valve only. The normal

Raven system uses the Standard settings. The Fast Flow valve MUST

have the PWM set to 100%. Any reduction of the PWM results in

the valve operating very slowly due to the control electronics in the

valve. This valve operates fully closed to fully open in 1.5 seconds

and is used for the dump as well as the control. Because it is the

dump valve as well as control, the Close Valve When Flow Off option

needs to be ticked.

This valve can be difﬁcult to setup, but the Max and Min values and

the Gain settings are the only settings that can be changed. Setting the

(Flow Meter) Sensitivity to Reduced may help. The Sprayers ﬁtted

with this valve usually have an under-rated pressure relief system and

it is recommended to install another adjustable relief valve.

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Problem 15

Rate Unstable

Information

The rate is determined from the pulses received from the Flow Meter.

These pulses are processed along with the Sprayer width, speed, and

target rate and a determination is made as to how to drive the

Regulator Valve to achieve the target rate. Most unstable rate displays

are due to erratic signals coming from the Flow Meter. With a

Centrifugal pump, air can be sucked into the pump through seals,

loose hose ﬁttings, faulty hoses etc. This air can dramatically increase

in volume in the pump due to cavitation, and when this air pocket

passes through the Flow Meter, it will cause erratic operation, as well

as giving ﬂuctuating pressures due to poor pump efﬁciency.

If using a Positive Displacement pump, Piston, Diaphragm etc, a

faulty valve in either the suction or pressure side will give a pulsating

ﬂow which will also give erratic readings. If there is 5 or less pistons,

the pump will have an Accumulator (Air Pressure reservoir) that is

designed to smooth out the pulsing from the pistons. The pressure in

this accumulator is critical and should be as determined by the pump

manufacturer.

Problem 16

Rate Unstable

Information

A faulty Flow Meter can give erratic readings as well. The Flow

Meter fault can vary depending on the design of the meter. The most

common problem is wear. As the components in the Flow Meter

wear, the inpeller will move around and can drag on the side of the

housing, giving poor readings. Also, it can become jammed or sticky

due to contamination, foreign objects or poor cleaning routines. These

causes will also give incorrect volume used readings, which could be

corrected by changing the FCAL, but this only masks the problem of

a failing Flow Meter.

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Problem 19

Rate and Pressure do not match unless whole Boom is ON

Information

The Sprayer software is capable of controlling systems that use Bal-

anced Valves. These valves are used by Hardi, and need to be ad-

justed regularly. These valves, when closed, bypass the ﬂow from the

Boom Section back to the tank. This bypass ﬂow is adjustable. The

idea of the system is to maintain Sprayer pressure when turning the

booms off or on. In a normal system, when a boom is turned off, the

Sprayer is working with a lesser width, and the regulator reduces the

pressure to maintain the ﬂow rate for the remaining Sprayer width.

This can affect the nozzle performance and thus the effectiveness of

the Sprayer. With a balanced valve system, the pressure is maintained

and thus the spray pattern.

In the X20 Sprayer Program, when Balance valves are ticked, the

Flow Meter pulses are reduced by the proportion of the boom that is

turned off. Control is still maintained, and if the valves are balanced

properly, the pressure will not change with any variation in which

booms are operating.

If the Balanced valve option is ticked WITHOUT balanced valves

ﬁtted, the pressure will rise when a boom is turned off. If it is NOT

ticked with balanced valves ﬁtted, the pressure will drop excessively

when a boom is turned off.

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Problem 20

Rate goes up when slowing down

Information

This is an indication of the Regulator Valve not controlling and could

be caused by a number of things. There are 3 minimum hold settings

in the Conﬁguration Options. The ﬁrst is Nozzle Minimum Flow.

This would be set at the minimum ﬂow rate recommended by the

nozzle manufacturer for the nozzles ﬁtted to the Sprayer. The second

hold point is for the Flow Meter, and is set at the minimum ﬂow rate

for the Flow Meter. For example, the Polmac Flow Meter has a mini-

mum ﬂow of 20 l/min. The third hold is a Low Pressure Hold based

on vehicle speed. Depending on the speed, application rate and active

booms, different holds would become effective at different times. On

the operating screen, the system will show as being in Manual with

the red Bar in the ﬂow rate button lit up.

Problem 23

Incorrect volumes

Information

Flow Meter Calibration ﬁgure is wrong. This calibration ﬁgure

can change over time due to wear and pump dynamics. The FCAL

supplied by the manufacturer is usually only accurate under certain

conditions. The build and design of the Sprayer could effect the

calibration of the Flow Meter, such as an elbow at the Flow Meter

connection. This creates turbulence within the Flow Meter, which

will change with the rate of ﬂow throughout the Flow Meter. A Flow

Meter calibration should be performed periodically to ensure contin-

ued accuracy of the system.

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Problem 24

Incorrect volumes

Information

The volume used, and the rate both require the FCAL to be accurate.

If the FCAL is incorrect, the volume used shown in the console will

not be correct, and the rate control will not be operating at the correct

rate. The console will not show any problem as it will be working

with the data received, but when a comparison with the activity on

the ground is made, there could be spray left over or run out before

the expected area was covered. When an FCAL is performed

correctly, the accuracy of the FCAL is only limited by the accuracy of

the measurement of the liquid drawn off. Typically this could be less

than 0.1% for a system in good order. Most volume errors come from

the expectation that the tank markings are accurate. At the best, tank

markings are only a guide, and if there is less than 10% error between

the real volume and tank markings, it is luck. Most tanks these days

are plastic or ﬁbreglass. Take a 2000 litre plastic tank, put 2 tonne of

water in it, and it has got to change shape/volume etc. Make it 2 years

old, the plastic characteristics will change, and the change will be

different with the same 2 tonne load.

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Problem 25

Nozzles losing pattern when slowing down

Information

Sprayer nozzles need a minimum pressure to maintain an effective

spray pattern. When operating in Auto, the pressure is reduced when

slowing down to keep the application rate at the desired level. When

operating with Auto Section Control, the system will turn booms off

as required according to the settings for the ASC. This can result in

single sections being on, speed down due to turning, with a corre-

sponding very low pressure. This results in the loss of spray fan with

ineffective Sprayer coverage.

By setting the limits as described in index 18 above, the Sprayer will

go into 'Hold' before this problem shows up. When operating in this

mode, the Sprayer will actually be over applying, but in most applica-

tions, this is preferable to missing bits.

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Problem 26

Alarm keeps sounding

Alarm Type Information

There are various alarms built into the Sprayer software to indicate

when things are not right. The following text covers all of the alarms,

their settings and what they mean. Any alarm for a facility not in-

stalled should normally be set to Never Alarm. Common uninstalled

functions include Pump speed and

Pressure.

Rate

The Rate alarm indicates that the Sprayer is not

controlling to the programmed rate in Auto. This

shows up on the operating screen with the value in the

Rate window alternating from the target rate (Yellow

background) to the actual rate, (White background)

If the actual rate is zero, this could be a faulty ﬂow-

meter, out of spray, pump failure, or faulty harness.

If the rate is low, it usually indicates pump problems

or other plumbing issues with ﬂow, including pump

too small for the rate being attempted at the speed the

Sprayer is running at. If achieved rate is higher, this

could be due to the regulator being jammed, faulty, or

fully at one end of travel with blockages in the return

line from the regulator.

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Rate

The Rate display is ﬁltered to prevent the numbers

from continually changing. If the achieved rate is

within 5% of the target rate, the display will only

show the target rate, but the system will still control

to the target rate. If an error of less than 5% persists,

the error is reported as a rate alarm after approxi-

mately 1 minute. When ﬁrst turning the Sprayer on,

the system should control to rate within 10 seconds,

subject to the position of the Regulator Valve when it

was last turned off. If the 'Close Valve When Off' is

selected with a slow valve, ie, 20 second type, it may

take longer, but this is because the option is selected

when it shouldn't be. Because of the ﬁltering, the

display may take up to 30 seconds to stabilize if there

is a long adjustment required to change the rate with

a slow valve. This can result in a false Rate alarm

where the actual rate displayed is still catching up to

the target rate. The Sprayer is usually controlling cor-

rectly, which can be checked by checking the pressure

reading, it is just the display that is sluggish.

The alarm default is set to 'Repeat While Present'

and as the alarm is critical, needs to sound while the

condition is present. As applies to all alarms, they can

be changed to different cycle patterns, with differing

delays.

Tank Empty This alarm simply states that the calculated volume

has reached zero. If there is still spray in the tank,

the system will still operate giving the volume used

still accumulating, and the tank volume as a negative

ﬁgure. The default setting is one alarm cycle only, but

other alarms will sound when the tank realy runs out.

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Tank Low

This alarm gives a warning that the tank is running

low (Calculated) The default warning point is set at

5%, but can be changed in the alarm settings.

Flow Sensor This alarm is triggered whenever the master is turned

Fail

on, ground speed present, and at least 1 Boom Sec-

tion is turned on, and there are no ﬂow sensor pulses

being received. The default Alarm Delay is 1 second,

which can cause some false alarms. If a Sprayer is

turned off with the Regulator Valve closed and a

centrifugal pump is is use, the pump may cavitate

and have virtually no pressure. When the Sprayer is

turned on, it will usually take several seconds for the

pump to clear the cavitation and produce ﬂow. With 1

second delay, the alarm will sound almost every time

the Sprayer is turned off and on with ASC. Setting the

delay to 3 seconds will usually stop this false alarm.

If the Sprayer is slowed down before the booms turn

off, the regulator will be bypassing some liquid back

to the tank which will avoid the cavitation problem. If

adjutation is sufﬁcient, this could also stop the pump

cavitation.

High

Pressure

The high pressure alarm indicates that the pressure

signal input has exceeded the alarm point setting. If

correctly set, this usually indicates a blockage, booms

off when they should be on, or Sprayer speed too

high. Normally this would be set around the maxi-

mum pressure the nozzles are rated for

Low Pressure The most common cause of this alarm is an empty

tank. With minimum ﬂows set for nozzles, ﬂowmeter

and pressure, this alarm will only show up with a

pump or plumbing failures, or an empty tank.

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Speed

This alarm is triggered if the master switch is turned

on in Auto and there is no ground speed present. If

there is a large circumference ﬁgure in the Sprayer,

the time between pulses when travelling slowly may

be interpreted as not travelling. The Sprayer would

only work at this speed in manual and have no appli-

cation rate showing.

No Comms

This indicates that the ECU is not communicating to

the X20 console. Refer to the "NO COMMS" trouble-

shooting above.

High Pump

Speed

The Pump speed is an option and is usually required

where a piston or diaphragm pump is being driven

from a hydraulic motor. These pumps will be dam-

aged is driven over their maximum speed.

Low Pump

Speed

A low pump speed will usually reduce the efﬁciency

of the pump and cause other Sprayer problems.

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Appendix A

Options Window

Opening

1. Select the Options button on the Sprayer Working screen

Please note: To explain the various options for navigating around the

screen, the Tanks and Sections pages will be used as examples.

The following pages offer an explanation of the terms used in Figures

A-1 and A-2 (next page). These explanations will help you select the

right options for your Sprayer.

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Selection Options

Page (tab)

Enabling

boxes

Enabling

boxes

Inaccessible

Options

Done

button

Buttons

Figure A-1. Options Tanks page

Up and

Down

Title

arrows

Calculator

Icon

Window

Display

Window

Display

window

and Next

buttons

Figure A-2. Options Sections page

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Selecting—means selecting an item by touching the screen with

your finger, pen stylus or by clicking with your mouse (if it is

connected).

There are various ways of selecting the different options.

Selecting an Option with a Checkbox

To select an option with a checkbox next to it (eg. Pr. Sense

option [Figure A-1 on page A2]):

1. Select the white checkbox next to the desired option, so

that a black tick appears in the box.

To deselect the option touch or click the box again.

Selecting an Option with a Radio Button

To select an option with a circular radio button next to it (eg. a

Tank 1 Mode option [Figure A-1 on page A2]):

1. Select the white radio button next to the desired option, so

that a black dot appears in the circle.

To deselect the option touch or click the circle again.

Selecting a Button

1. Select the button within the outline of the box.

Selecting a button will usually open a window. The DONE

or OK button will close a window.

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Pages—Within the Options window there are 12 Pages or tabs

(some users may have 11), these can be seen lining the top of the

page (Figure A-1 on page A2)

The pages include: GPS (this page is only displayed if the

Guidance or Variable Rate Control is selected with the Spray

Rate Controller), ECU, Tanks, Sections, Switches, Sensors,

Setup, Units, Alarms, Presets, Sim. (Simulation) and Other.

Selecting Another Page (Tab)

1. Select the required page (tab)

2. Select the Next button (Figure A-2 on page A2) to advance

to the next page.

Each time the Next button is selected it will advance one

page.

The previous Button goes back one page each time it is

selected.

Exiting Back to the Sprayer Working Screen

1. Select the DONE button (Figure A-1 on page A2).

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Windows and Titles—Each page is broken into areas called

windows (Figure A-2 on page A2), these windows are bordered

by a thin grey line

Each window has a title (Figure A-2 on page A2), which gives a

description of the options available in that window.

Enabling boxes—are options identiﬁed with square white

checkboxes lying next to the written option

The operator can often check more than one enabling option, in

a window. You choose the enabling option that applies to your

system and setup.

Selection options—are options identiﬁed with white circular

radio buttons lying next to the written option

Only one selection option can be selected in a window. At least

one of the selection options must be selected.

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Buttons—allow the operator to access extra options

Up and Down arrows (▲▼)—Next to some display windows

(Figure A-2 on page A2) there are up and down arrows, which

when pressed alter the current value shown in the display

window, without using the calculator button.

Usually a mouse is required to use the up and down arrows.

The up arrow (▲) increases the value displayed in the display

window.

The Down arrow (▼) decreases the value displayed in the

display window.

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Inaccessible options—When a window is greyed out (Figure

A-1 on page A2) it means that the options in the window are

inaccessible

The example (Figure A-1 on page A2) shows the Controller 1

window as greyed out, this is because the Controller selected on

the ECU page is not capable of controlling proportional valves,

therefore the window is locked on the Regulator Valve option.

When a different Controller (eg. Spray ECU 2) is selected, the

Controller 1 window will become accessible.

•

Display window—displays the current value of the option

Simulation mode—If Simulation mode is displayed in red on the

ECU page then Simulation has been selected from the COM Port

window

Simulation mode stops all alarms from being displayed, this is

useful if the X console is being setup and is not connected to the

Spray ECU.

•

Options window—The Options window cannot be resized,

minimized or maximized

Calculator icon-When selected, the calculator icon allows the

operator to enter a value for the option that was next to the

calculator icon (eg. Guidance sections).

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The following page explains the Calculator window and Table

A-1 on page A8 shows and explains the different commands on

the Calculator window.

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Title—displays a description of the value being entered

in the Calculator window

Calculator window—displays the value being typed in,

using the screen keyboard.

Title

Calculator

Window

Calculator

Functions

Figure A-3. Calculator Window

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Calculator commands

Command using the command

Numbers

Enter the value with these numbers

(0-9)

Calculator

Functions

(/ x - + =)

Perform simple calculations with these

DEL

Press Del to delete one value at time from the

Calculator window

Press Clear to clear all values from the

CLEAR

Calculator window

CANCEL

Press Cancel to close the window without

saving any changes

ENTER

Press Enter to save the value entered in the

Calculator window and exit the Calculator

screen.

Table A-1. Calculator Commands

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Using the Calculator Icon to Change an Option’s

Value

1. Select the Calculator icon next to the value you want to

change

The Calculator window will appear

2. Using the calculator, select the desired value

3. When ﬁnished, select Enter to save the value and close the

Calculator window.

The new value will be displayed in the display window

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Index

defaults 8-60

restore 8-60

restore all 8-60

purpose 8-57

selecting 8-58

Numerics

2 Wire Motorized Valves 8-11

2 Wire Section Valves 5-20

2-Wire Valve 5-25

3-Pin Sensor Connectors, testing 5-9

3-Pin Weather Pack Connector 5-6

3-Pin Weather Pack Extension 5-14,

5-16

3 Way Regulator Valve 8-20

3 Wire Section Valves 5-20

3-Wire Valve 5-25

select tank 8-59

set button 8-60

setting 8-59

alarm bursts 8-59

alarm delay 8-59

duration 8-59

interval 8-59

tank low % 8-60

test tank 8-60

4-Pin Weather Pack 5-23

5 Bar 8-38

6 Second ARAG Valve 8-16

7 Boom Sections 8-26

8 Boom Sections 8-26

10 Bar 8-38

12 Volt/ 15 Amp Inverter 5-31

15 Boom Sections 8-25, 8-26

16 sec. Reg Valve 8-17

20 Second KZCO Valve 8-16

24 Volt Battery 5-31

type 8-58

limited repeats 8-58

never alarm 8-58

one alarm cycle only 8-58

repeat while present 8-58

undo button 8-60

Arag Interface Box 5-20

Area/Volume 10-10

Area Window 6-12, 10-10

reset area number 10-12

sub area number 10-11

time 10-12

30 Boom Sections 8-25

Add Dither 8-21

Alarms 8-57

audio 8-58

total area 10-10

ASC Master Button 8-4

green 8-4

beep 8-59

red 8-4

none 8-58

sound ﬁle 8-59

Audio Volume, setting 7-2

Auto 6-10

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Auto/Manual Switch 10-24

Automatic Section Control (ASC)

8-1

click sound 8-66

Enabled 8-1

Spray ECU 8-7

GPS 8-9

Tractor Radar 8-9

Wheel Sensor 8-9

Spray Interface 8-7, 8-8

GPS 8-8

Guidance 8-1

override 8-5

Tractor Radar 8-8

Wheel Sensor 8-8

Controller 1 8-14

Prop. Valve (Proportional Valve)

Battery and Spray ECU Connection

5-31

8-14

Reg. Valve (Regulator Valve) 8-14

Coverage Map Offset 8-4

Current Conﬁguration, changing 9-3

current conﬁguration display 9-2

Custom Section Mapping 8-35

cancel 8-36

conﬁguration 5-31

warning 5-31

Bi-Directional 5-25

Boom Sections 6-9

color 6-9

Breakaway Connector 5-29

ok 8-36

undo 8-36

use presets 8-36

window, access 8-34

Calibrate Tank Window 10-17

Capacity 8-13

Centrrﬁcal Pumps 5-27

plumbing 5-27

Diaphragm Pumps 5-26

plumbing 5-26

Change/View Conﬁguration 7-2

Chemical Injection Pump 8-7

Close Valve When Flow Off 8-19,

8-20

Close Valve When Off 8-21

COM 1 8-6

DICKEY-john 8-18

Disable Lockout 10-22

Dump 1 5-21, 5-23

Dump Valve 5-23

choosing the adaptor 5-24

connecting to 5-23

wrong direction 5-23

Dump Valve Mode 8-12

2 wire 8-12

COM Port 5-3, 8-6

accessibility 8-7

Conﬁguration Window 7-1

Connecting Spray ECU 4-5

Connector 1 Connection 5-5, 5-28

Connector 2 Connection 5-5, 5-6

Connector 3 Connection 5-6

Controller 8-7, 8-13

3 wire 8-12

Not used 8-12

Dump Valve Plug 5-20

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Flow Meter Setup 10-17

calibrating 10-17

balanced (Hardi) valves 10-19

Flow Sensor Speciﬁcations Window

8-38

Flow Window 10-6

range 10-7

ECU Model 8-10

ECU 10S, ECU 10SR 8-10

ECU 30S 8-11

ECU, ECU3 8-10

Electromagnetic Valves 5-25

Electronic Control Unit (ECU) 8-6

COM Port 8-6

time left 10-7

Controller. See Controller

Simulation 8-7

GPS 8-1

Speed From. See Speed From

Spray ECU Only 8-10

ECU Conﬁguration 8-10

Dump Valve Mode 8-12

ECU Model 8-10

Section Valve Mode 8-11

Using Injection ECU 8-7

Enable Lockout 10-21

Enable Lockout Button 6-7

Enable Soft Start 8-21

External Power 4-1, 5-1

External Switch UP is ON 8-32

ASC Master Button 8-4

Automatic Section Control (ASC)

8-1

Coverage Map Offset 8-4

not displaying page 8-1

Off Time 8-4

changing 8-4

On Time 8-3

changing 8-3

Show Virtual Road If Moving 8-4

Variable Rate Control (VRC)/Log-

ging Mode 8-2

(VRC)/Logging Synchronization

8-2

Factory Conﬁguration 7-2

selecting 7-3

First Time Users 3-1

Flow 10-6

VRC Master Button 8-5

Ground Speed 5-8, 6-12

Existing Radar Speed Sensor 5-16

Guide Lock 10-24

Flow Meter 5-17

calibration factor 5-18

connecting to 5-17

pin allocation 5-17

prior to installation 5-17

Raven 5-18

Hardi 5500 Spray ECU 16-1

connecting 16-2

console 16-1

setup 16-2

Flow Meter 1 5-8, 5-17

Flow Meter Calibration 8-38

manual 8-38

wiring connection 16-3

connector 1 16-3

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connector 4 16-6

connector 5 16-7

Hardi Reg Valve 8-17

Hardi Sprayers 8-28

balanced valves 8-28

Help 6-14

Master Switch 10-24

Maximum Pressure Value, determin-

ing 8-23

Max PWM 8-23

controller response 8-24

fastest 8-24

medium fast 8-24

Maximum Pressure Value, deter-

High Minimum PWM Range 8-21

High Minimum PWM Range Option

8-22

mining 8-23

Micro-Trak 8-18

Min. Flow or Nozzle Min. Flow

Indicator 6-13

red indicator 6-13

Minimum Pressure Value, determin-

In Cab Assembly 5-7

Installing Spray ECU 5-1

ing 8-22

Min PWM 8-22

controller response 8-24

Fastest 8-24

medium fast 8-24

Language 8-66

Lines 8-25

Dual 8-26

Spray ECU 8-26

Single 8-25

High Minimum PWM Range op-

tion 8-22

Spray ECU 8-25

Low Speed Options 8-49

low pressure hold 8-50

Pressure Sensor 8-50

setting 8-50

Minimum Pressure Value, deter-

mining 8-22

Mounting Spray ECU 5-2

Multi Drive Electronic Control Unit

8-7

low speed shutoffs 8-49

dual line 8-49

dual line using a section valve

No Gaps 8-4

Nozzles 8-28

min. ﬂow 8-29

primary line 8-28

total 8-28

switching 8-49

single boom 8-49

pressure boost 8-51

Manual 6-11

Maplink VRC Software 8-2

Master OFF 8-3

Master ON 8-3

Off Time 8-4

On Time 8-3

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Options 6-14

Pressure Sensor Setup 10-1

Previously Sprayed Areas 8-1

Product Selection Screen 6-2, 6-4

Proportional Valve Settings 8-21

Valve Options 8-21

Options Window 6-14

Options Window, help and using A1

Other 8-66

effects 8-66

animate section valves 8-66

auto section click sound 8-66

faster manual switching 8-66

language 8-66

Pr. Sense 8-13, 8-15

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)

10-7

Pump is On 6-11

Pump Speed 6-13

Parallel Guidance 10-24

POWER/COMMS Connector 5-3

Power Comms Harness 5-3

alternator 5-31

Quick Setup 7-6

DB 9-Pin 5-3

starter motor 5-31

Radar Sensor Interface Harness 5-6,

5-16

switched power connector 5-3

Presets 8-62

backup preset list 8-64

change cal factor 8-63

change preset list 8-62

save to list 8-63

Raven 8-18

Raven Flow Sensor 8-40

Raven Regulator as Dump Valve

8-19

Raven STD Reg Valve 8-17

Registration 6-7

Regulator Valve 5-18

connecting to 5-18

opposite direction 5-19

pin allocation 5-19

Regulator Valve Adaptor Harness

5-18

Pressure Adaptor Harness 5-20

Pressure, monitoring 8-15

Pressure Readout 6-11

top left corner 6-11

Pressure Sensor 5-19

alarms 10-2

Regulator Valve Settings 8-16

common Regulator Valves 8-17

Raven controller mode 8-19

Standard 8-16

high pressure 10-2

low pressure 10-2

calibrating 10-3

correction factor 10-4

manual entry 10-4

Reg Valve 1 5-8

REG Valve 1 5-18

installing 5-19

mounting 5-19

Pressure Sensor 1 5-8, 5-20

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Removing the Existing Controller.

See Spray ECu, installation

Before 5-28

ﬂow 8-38

calibration factor 8-39

micro-track ﬂow sensor 8-41

minimum ﬂow 8-40

input gain 8-38

Re-Terminating Valve Harnesses

5-21

Reverse Polarity 5-25

x1 8-38

Reverse Polarity Valves 8-11

Reverse Valve Direction 5-19, 8-20

x2 8-38

pressure 8-37

sensor speciﬁcations button 8-39,

8-44

current 8-44

voltage 8-45

Spray ECU Only 8-42

type 8-38

5 Bar 8-38

10 Bar 8-38

current 8-42

voltage 8-42

Safety 1-2

Save As User Conﬁguration 7-2

Saved Files, retrieving 7-5

Saving 9-1

new ﬁle name 9-1, 9-4, 9-5

overwrite existing ﬁle 9-4, 9-5

Section 1 5-22

Section 2 5-22

Sensor Speciﬁcations Button 8-39

Service Bulletins 17-1

pressure relief 17-1

ﬁtting 17-1

Section Drive Output Protection

Adaptor 4-2, 4-3

Sections 8-25

guidance 8-28

setting the pressure relief 17-3

Sprayer software settings 17-3

Service Information 1-5

Settings 7-8

lines. See Lines

nozzles. See Nozzles

sections 8-26

setting 8-26

Setup 8-46

valves 8-28

enable speed smoothing 8-52

low speed options. See Low Speed

Options

pump options 8-52

enable pump speed indicator

8-52

Spray ECU Only 8-53

enable pump control button 8-53

holding pressure 8-54

wheel factor. See Wheel Factor

Shaft/Speed Sensor, connecting to

balanced 8-28

Widths 8-27

Section Switches 10-24

Section Valve Mode 8-11

2 wire 8-11

2 wire + power save 8-12

3 wire/Solenoid 8-11

Section X 5-21

Sensitivity 8-20

Sensors 8-37

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tailshaft

low speed shutoffs 10-9

spray width 10-9

mounting 5-15

Tailshaft 5-15

test speed 10-8

valve info 10-9

Un-Driven Wheel for Ground

wheel factor 10-8

Speed 5-11

Spray Controller and Guidance, using

damage 5-14

6-3, 6-5

Spray Controller Only, using 6-3,

6-5

Spray ECU 30S 15-1

console 15-1

Installation 5-12

mounting 5-13, 5-14

steered wheel 5-14

Show Virtual Road If Moving 8-4

Shutdown 6-14

setup 15-2

wiring connection 15-2

connector 1 15-3

connector 2 15-5

connector 3 15-7

connector 4 15-8

Simulation 8-7, 8-65

Software Version Number 6-7

Solenoid Valve 5-25

Solenoid Valves 5-20

Spare Parts 13-1

dump valve adaptors (to suit

Sprayer harness) 13-3

ﬂow sensors 13-2

Spray ECU, installation 5-28

Sprayer and Valve Harness Assembly

5-10

Sprayer Harness 5-21

Sprayer Harness Connectors 5-8, 5-9

Sprayer Harness, installation 5-4, 5-8

Sprayer Icon 6-3, 6-5

Sprayer Logo 6-6, 6-14

Sprayer Switchbox 10-23

auto/manual switch 10-24

guide lock 10-24

increase/decrease 10-24

master switch 10-24

parallel guidance 10-24

section switches 10-24

Sprayer Working Screen, functions

6-8

ground speed/shaft sensor 13-2

in cab 13-1

pressure 13-2

Speciﬁcations 14-1

console 14-1

ﬂow sensors 14-2

ground speed, fan speed and auxil-

iary shaft sensors 14-2

Orion (Broadacre) 14-3

Polmac (Broadacre) 14-3

pressure transducer 14-3

Speed 10-8

Speed From 8-8

GPS 8-8

Spraying 11-1

Tractor Radar 8-8

auto mode 11-4

Wheel Sensor 8-8

during operation 11-5

guidance and spray rate controller

Speed Window 6-12, 10-8

low pressure hold 10-9

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custom section mapping 8-34

one section for one switch 8-34

preset mapping 8-34

automatic section control (ASC)

11-8

manual mode 11-4

simulate 11-1

Use Guidelock For Auto Steer 8-32

with Guidance 8-32

start 11-3

Switch To Section Mapping Button

Spraying Indicators 6-10

Spray Line Operating Pressure 5-19

Spray Rate Controller Version 1.98

8-3

Spray Rate Controller Window 6-6

Sub Total (Area) 6-12

top left corner 6-12

Sub Total (Volume Used) 6-12

top left corner 6-12

Switchbox 5-4. See Sprayer

Switchbox

connection 5-4

mounting 5-4

Switches 8-30

enabled 8-30

External Auto Switch 8-31

disabled 8-31

enabled 8-31

External Master 8-30

disabled 8-31

enabled 8-30

8-34

Tank 1 Mode 8-14

Granular 8-14

Injection 8-14

Liquid 8-14

NH3 8-14

Tank Indicator 6-12

change display 6-12

Tank Indicators 10-12

Tank Pressure Window 10-1

Tanks 8-13

Capacity 8-13

Controller 8-13

Controller 1. See Controller 1

Pr. Sense. See Pr. Sense

Tank 1 Mode. See Tank 1 Mode

Tanks 8-13

Tank Setup 10-13

add volume 10-16

ﬁll 10-15

ﬁlling the tank 10-15

set volume 10-16

Tank Setup Window 10-13

cal button 10-13

cancel 10-16

ﬁll button 10-13

increment 10-14

preset name 10-14

preset rate 1 & 2 10-14

External Section Switch 8-31

disabled 8-32

enabled 8-31

External Switch UP is ON 8-32

Spray ECU Only 8-33

boom sensing 8-33

ECU sense inputs 8-33

no sensing 8-33

six boom Switchbox 8-33

section switches 8-34

switch mapping 8-34

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tank capacity 10-14

tank is ON (or OFF) 10-15

total capacity 10-14

Terms and Conditions 1-1

application 1-1

trademarks 1-2

website 1-2

Testing 12-1

speed 18-2

volumes 18-9

Units 8-55

area units 8-55

injection 8-55

length 8-55

lock NH3 calibration factor at

pulses per 1b 8-56

pressure 8-55

3 wire section valves 12-7

drive test 12-7

switch master switch ON 12-7

dump 12-4

quick set 8-56

speed 8-55

drive test 12-4

volume 8-55

PWM Regulator Valve 12-8

prop output test 12-8

regulator 12-1

drive test procedure 12-2

switched power 12-3

Topcon sensors 12-5

input test 12-5

weight 8-55

Upgrading Operators 3-1

Use Guidelock For Auto Steer 8-32

with Guidance 8-32

User Conﬁguration 7-5

changing 7-5

Using Injection ECU 8-7

Testing Functionality 4-2

with existing Switchbox 4-3

with no existing Switchbox 4-2

Topcon, Contact 1-4

Tractor Harness, installation 5-4, 5-5

extras 5-5

Valve Harness 5-8

connector replacement 5-23

Valve Harness, installation 5-4, 5-20

dual line 5-22

single line 5-22

Valve Types 5-25

two 37-Pin connectors 5-5

Tractor Radar 8-8

Troubleshooting 18-1

additional data 18-11

alarms 18-10

Variable Rate Control (VRC)/Log-

ging Mode 8-2

difference 8-2

Boom Sections 18-3

communication 18-1

control 18-9

nozzles 18-10

rate and pressure 18-6

Logging Only 8-2

Off 8-2

VRC and Logging 8-2

Vehicle Battery 4-1

Volume 6-11

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per minute 6-11

per nozzle 6-11

VRC/Logging Synchronization 8-2

Master Switch and Flow 8-3

Master Switch Only 8-3

Off 8-3

window display 8-2

VRC Master Button 8-2, 8-5

green 8-5

red 8-5

Warnings 6-1

Warranty, Limited 1-2

disclaimer 1-3

electronic 1-2

indemnity 1-3

liability limit 1-3

mechanical components 1-2

repair 1-2

return 1-2

Wheel Factor 8-46

calibrate 8-47

distance check 8-48

manual entry 8-47

Wheel Sensor, location 8-9

Wheel Stud Magnets 5-12, 5-15

X15 Console 2-1

starting 6-2

X20 Console 2-1

starting 6-4

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