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What safety instructions should I follow?

Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on machine safety decals.

  • Keep safety decals in good condition.
  • Replace missing or damaged safety decals.
  • Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety decals.
  • Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly.
  • Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
  • Keep the machine in proper working condition.
  • Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life and thus void the warranty.

How do I operate the machine safely?

  • Do not make adjustments while the machine is in motion.
  • Do not enter the tank unless another person is present and hydraulic hoses are disconnected from the tractor.
  • Operate the machine from the tractor seat only.
  • Keep hands and fingers away from hinge area when positioning meter. Lock meter in storage position before operating in the field.
  • Clear the area around the machine before raising or lowering the machine or wings.
  • Stop the tractor on level ground when raising or lowering wings. Do not operate with wings raised. To improve stability, travel through the field with the wings unfolded. Fold wings to transport position just before leaving the field and entering a roadway.
  • Do not operate close to the edge of a ditch, creek, gully or steep embankment.
  • Avoid holes, ditches and obstructions which may cause tractor, cart or seeding tool to roll over, especially on hillsides.
  • Avoid sharp turns on hillsides.
  • Slow down when turning or traveling over rough ground, and when turning on inclines.
  • Shut off the tractor and shift to Park or set brakes when leaving the tractor. Remove the key when leaving the tractor unattended.

What should I do before operating this machine?

Read and understand this manual before operating this machine. Learn how to operate and service the machine correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

What can cause system errors?

Low battery or alternator voltage can cause system errors.

What should I do when operating product meters in test mode?

When operating product meters in test mode (Test Speed), be sure to open the access door under the meter, or run the fan, to prevent material from building up and stopping the meter.

What should I ensure regarding the virtual terminal?

Ensure that the virtual terminal is updated with the latest version of its software from its manufacturer.

What are the steps in the Quick Start Checklist for Dry Products?

  1. Set Units – USA, metric, Imperial …on the VT before entering Agtron software On virtual terminal.

  2. Select the tank model …to load the appropriate default setup and calibration. Most settings are correct for the selected equipment and a starting point for a calibration that should work Calibration.

  3. Set Implement Width …of the toolbar Calibration.

  4. Set Toolbar Offset …to the distance from the rear tractor axle to the front of the tool bar Calibration.

  5. Set up Master Work Switch only …if there is no toolbar workswitch, or it will not be used. Sensor Calibration.

  6. Enter % Tank Fill (each tank) …what % of the Tank currently has product Product.

  7. Set the Product Weight/Volume (each tank) …for the product in each tank Product.

  8. Calibrate each Product Meter:

    • While stationary, drive the meters using the hydraulic motor
    • Open access cover and place pail under it
    • Press product # on ECU keypad to start meter
    • After one or more turns press product # to stop meter
    • Empty pail and place under access again
    • Press product # to start meter
    • Half fill pail
    • Press product # to stop meter
    • Weigh the pail and product
    • Subtract weight of pail
    • On the Calibration screen, enter the sample weight
    • Repeat for each product

How do I operate the system and confirm that everything is functioning?

It should now be possible to operate the system and confirm that everything is functioning. Additional refinements to the set up and calibration values may be required. Refer to the Pre-Calibration Set Up and Calibration sections for details.

How can ISOBUS compatible VTs be used?

ISOBUS compatible VTs can be used to set up, operate and monitor the system, but the exact details of how to access and change values and settings may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. For example, when entering numerical values during system setup, some VTs may open a keypad-style screen. Others may assign numbers to switches around the outside of the screen. For this reason, procedures in this manual simply state “Enter the numerical value for…” Consult the manufacturer’s operating manual for the specific VT to determine the details.

Where can I find detailed information on how to operate the virtual terminal?

For detailed information on how to operate the virtual terminal, refer to its operation manual.

What can I do on the Main screen?

While operating the system:

  • Turn products on and off
  • Monitor the actual and target dry product, NH3 and Liquid Fertilizer application rates
  • Monitor tank levels
  • Monitor implement speed
  • Monitor whether the seeder is up or down
  • Monitor Area 1 and Area 2 totals
  • Monitor fan RPM
  • Monitor the status of the ART seed rate/blockage monitor
  • Select “soft keys” to navigate to other screens

What can I do on the Product Screens 1 to 4?

Use these screens when setting up the system:

  • Enter tank % full and product weight/volume to calibrate tank weight indication
  • Enter accumulated weight to calculate meter cal values
  • Reset product weight and mass totals
  • Enable a product
  • Set the product type (seed or fertilizer)
  • Enable/Disable section control
  • Enable/Disable the task controller

What can I do on the Tank Setup Screen?

Use this screen to select the implement, which pre-sets many features and settings:

  • Select the model number of the implement
  • Select Electric or Hydraulic Drive
  • Select one or two fans
  • Select NH3 application/Task Controller status
  • Select Liquid application/Task Controller status
  • Set the implement width and X offset
  • View the speed cal number
  • Set minimum speed and test speed values
  • Set the number for fan targets
  • Set the high and low fan alarm RPM values
  • Select the speed senor type
  • View the system of units used
  • View communications status, system current, ECU and battery voltages

What does the Drive Setup Screen display?

This screen displays settings associated with the meter drive systems for all products. (This screen is locked and requires a password to change settings, which is typically not necessary.)

  • Drive type, tank size, target rate, actual rate, effective application width
  • Minimum meter rpm, maximum meter rpm, calibration rpm
  • Target rpm, actual rpm
  • Drive overload current levels, Drive gains, tach targets/revolution
  • Allowable error, Fixed Duty Cycle output Override
  • Drive direction select, drive frequency, NH3 valve type

What can I do on the Sensor Channel Setup Screen?

Use this screen to set up each sensor in the system. It can be used to diagnose problems:

  • View and select the sensor type for each of 13 sensors
  • View and select the sensor logic for each of 13 sensors
  • Update and view diagnostic information (HW Port #, RPM, Total Pulses, Sensor Current, State)

What can I do on the Alarm Screens?

On these screens:

  • Determine which alarm has occurred
  • Get additional information about the sensor or system in alarm
  • Acknowledge the alarm condition
  • Enable or disable the Master Workswitch

What alarms could occur during system operation?

  • Fan Alarm
  • ART Loop alarm
  • Aux Alarm
  • Empty bin indicator
  • Bin alarm
  • High voltage indicator
  • Low cart speed alarm
  • Low voltage indicator
  • Battery voltage alarm
  • Current overload indicator
  • Product alarm
  • SPI communication failure indicator
  • Internal alarm
  • Low seedrate indicator
  • Case Drain alarm
  • Blocked seed run indicator
  • Low rpm indicator
  • Loop Communications failure indicator
  • High rpm indicator

How do I set the System of Units?

The system of units (Imperial, US, Metric) used with the Agtron ISOBUS system is determined by the units set on the VT, and typically will not have to be changed. However, if they must be changed, set them up on the VT before entering the Agtron ISOBUS for HORSCH software. (Consult the VT manual to determine the correct procedure for setting the units.)

How do I open the Tank Setup screen?

To open the Tank Setup screen, on the Main screen, press the Tank Setup softkey. The Tank Setup screen appears.

How do I select the model number of the HORSCH air tank?

Select the model number of the air cart by pressing the appropriate button (350, 500, 750 or 1000). The selected button turns green when enabled.

How do I select Electric/Hydraulic Drive?

Select the drive type by pressing the appropriate button (Electric or Hydraulic). The selected button turns green when enabled.

How do I enable the air tank fans?

Press the icon for each fan the air tank is equipped with. The selected buttons turn green when enabled.

How do I enable NH3/Liquid/Task Controller?

  • Press the NH3/Liquid enable button
    • The selected button turns green when enabled.
  • If variable rate mapping NH3/Liquid press the appropriate Task Controller enable button
    • The selected button turns green when enabled.

How do I perform Distance Calibration?

  1. On the Tank Setup screen, press the calibration key, then the Distance Check icon.
  2. Accumulated Distance changes to 0.0.
  3. Drive a known distance
  4. Set the Distance Check value to agree with the distance driven.

How do I set Implement Width?

  1. Select the number next to the Width icon.
  2. Enter the width of the implement in inches or millimeters.

How do I set the Toolbar Offset?

  1. Select Toolbar Offset by pressing the number beside the icon.
  2. Enter the distance in inches or cm.

How do I set the Fan High and Low Speed Alarm Values?

  1. Select the number beside the Fan High icon.
  2. Enter the Fan High alarm value in RPM.
  3. Repeat the procedure to enter the Fan Low.

How do I select the Speed Type Input?

The Speed Type Input selects the speed input signal that will be used with the system. The Speed Type setting allows you to select and use any of the following speed inputs: A radar speed device on the commodity cart (ECU), a GPS speed input or wheel speed sensor on the tractor, or a ground speed signal from the tractor computer system. Possible speed inputs include:

  • Tank Speed
  • External Agtron speed sensor
  • ISO wheel speed sensor
  • ISO ground speed sensor
  • Test speed input

How do I access the Drive Setup screen?

To access the Drive Setup screen, on the Tank Setup screen, press the Advance Calibration soft key. The Drive Setup screen appears.

How do I access the Sensor Channel Setup screen?

To access the Sensor Channel Setup screen, on the Tank Setup screen, press the Sensor Channel Setup soft key. The Sensor Channel Setup screen appears.

How do I set up Sensor Logic?

The logic of each sensor channel is shown on this screen. Logic is the expected output when the sensor is activated. For example, logic determines whether an action is initiated when a switch closes or when it opens. The logic (action) of any sensor can be changed (if the screen is unlocked). Sensor logic is preset from the factory, but if a sensor is added for some purpose, its logic must be configured. Selecting or toggles between inverted or non-inverted signal.

How do I set up the Master Work switch?

The Master Work switch is a soft key located on all screens. When the area of the soft key surrounding the icon is white the Master Work switch is disabled. In this mode the ISOBUS for Morris system is disabled—it will not apply products regardless of whether products are enabled or the position of the toolbar.

When the area of the soft key surrounding the icon is green the system is enabled. If the system is NOT equipped with a toolbar workswitch, products that have been enabled on the Main screen will be applied as soon as the implement speed exceeds the minimum speed setting.

To use the Master Work switch soft key to enable and disable product application, the External Work switch sensor must be disabled on the Sensor Channel Setup screen.

  1. On the Sensor Channel Setup screen, press the icon for the External Work switch channel.
  2. Select None

How do I set up an External Work Switch?

An External Work switch is a toolbar sensor that detects whether the toolbar is up (out of the ground) or down (in the ground). There are two different external work switch icons used on the Sensor Channel Setup screen: One indicates an external work switch that connects to the main ECU; the other indicates an external work switch that connects to a slave ECU (CANART or NH3).

If the system is equipped with a toolbar work switch (typical), products that have been enabled on the Main screen will be applied as soon as:

  • the toolbar sensor detects that the toolbar is in the ground (indicated by the Seeder Down icon on the Main screen) AND
  • A speed signal is present.

To use a toolbar sensor to enable product application when the toolbar is lowered into the ground, an External Workswitch sensor must be selected on the Sensor Channel Setup screen.

  1. On the Sensor Channel Setup screen press the icon for the External work switch channel.

  2. Select the desired toolbar work switch icon:

    • Toolbar (main ECU) Workswitch
    • OR
    • External Agtron Toolbar (slave ECU) Workswitch

  3. Ensure that this channel displays the correct polarity for the sensor selected (typically +)

How do I perform Tank Fill Calibration?

Tank Fill calibrations are done from the Product screen for the product being calibrated. (Each product has a separate Product screen.)

  • Step 1. Enter the current tank level (%)

    1. Select the number next to the Tank Level icon.
    2. Enter the current level of product in the tank in %.

  • Step 2. Enter the Product Weight/Size Units

    1. Select the number next to the Product Weight/Size Unit icon.
    2. Enter the weight/volume value of the product in the bin.

The tank weight is automatically calculated and displayed under the Tank Weight icon.

How do I reset Product Totals?

The Product Area Total displays the number of acres to which product has been applied since the last time it was reset. Product Area Total does not accumulate if the product is disabled. The Product Mass Total displays the total number of pounds (or other mass units, depending on the choice of units) that has been applied since the last time it was reset. Product Mass Total always accumulates when the meter turns.

On the appropriate Product screen:

  1. Press the Product Area Total button to reset the total to zero.
  2. Press the Product Mass Total button to reset the total to zero.

How do I perform Meter Calibration?

Dry product application rates are controlled by adjusting the speed of the product meters (augers). The system sends a signal to the meter drive based on the required application rate. Calibration involves “telling” the system how much product is delivered during a known number of turns of the product meter (auger). To calibrate the system run the meter while the system is stationary. The meter delivers a sample of the dry product into a commodity pail, which is then weighed. The weight of the product in the pail (excluding the weight of the pail itself) is entered into the system.

Some steps of the meter calibration are done from the VT in the cab (enabling products) while others are done using the membrane keypad on the ECU.

Before beginning the procedure have a pail available to catch the product under the meter and a scale to weigh it. A pen or pencil, paper and calculator may also be useful to record and calculate various values. The following procedure must be repeated for each product meter.

  • Step 1. Obtain and Weigh a Calibration Sample

    1. Open the access cover underneath the meter housing for the product to be calibrated
    2. Place the commodity pail underneath the meter to catch the product.
    3. On the VT in the tractor cab, on the Main screen, press the Product On/Off button to enable the product. The button turns green.
    4. Open the hydraulic valve to run the metering rolls while stationary.
    5. On the ECU, when calibrating Product 1, press the 1 key once to start the metering roll (auger) turning for Product 1. The green LED behind the key illuminates.
    6. Allow the metering roll to rotate at least one (1) revolution.
    7. When the revolution is complete, press the 1 key to stop the meter.

    This process primes the meter, ensuring it is full of product before starting the actual measurement run, and ensuring a more accurate calibration. (When calibrating Product 2, use the 2 key to start and stop the metering roll. For Product 3, use the 3 key. For Product 4, use the 4 key)

    1. Empty the contents of the commodity pail.
    2. Weigh the empty commodity pail and record its weight.
    3. Thoroughly clean any material out of the seed channel.
    4. Place the empty commodity pail under the opening to catch the material to be calibrated.
    5. Press the 1 key to start the calibration process for Product 1. (2 key for Product 2; 3 key for Product 3; 4 key for product 4)
    6. Fill the commodity pail approximately half full to ensure enough material for accurate weighing.
    7. Press the 1 key (for Product 1; 2 key for Product 2; 3 key for Product 3; 4 key for product 4) to stop the meter.
    8. Weigh and note the weight of the commodity (and pail).
    9. Subtract the weight of the commodity pail. The result is the Sample Weight.
    10. Record the Sample Weight for use in the next section.

  • Step 2. Enter the Sample Weight into the System

    On the Product screen for the product currently being calibrated:

    1. Select the number next to the Total Accumulated Weight icon.
    2. Enter the Sample Weight value obtained in previous meter calibration procedure (in lbs).

  • Step 3. Repeat the previous steps for each product meter (auger) used in the system.

  • Step 4. Enable Automatic Section Control (Half-Width) Optional

    1. Press the Section Control enable button.

    The selected button turns green when enabled.

  • Step 5. Select Product Type (Optional)

    1. Press the Product Type button.

    The selected button shows:

    • Seed
    • or
    • Fertilizer

  • Step 6. Enable Task Controller (Optional)

    1. Press the Task Controller Enable button.

    The selected button turns green when enabled.

How do I adjust desired application rates?

  • Noting and responding to:

    • product tank level alarms
    • fan high and low speed alarms
    • implement speed alarms
    • overload current alarms
    • blockage alarms (if CANART installed)
    • application rate high and low alarms (if CANART installed)
    • sensor alarms (if CANART installed)

  • Operating the Work Switch (if an automatic work switch is not being used)

  • Re-entering % Bin Fill values after filling product tanks, NH3 tank or Liquid Fertilizer tank(if NH3 or Liquid ECU installed)

  • Re-entering Product Weight/Volume and re-calibrating the metering system for that product whenever products in a bin are changed

  • Resetting acre totals when starting a new field, or new product

How do I turn Product On/Off?

Individual products can be turned on and off by pressing the icon in the left side of Product Information Area. The icon is green when the product is on and red when the product is off. When the product is off all other information on that line disappears.

How do I set Target Rates?

Enter the Target Rates for each product on the Main (Home) page (or from the Drive Setup page). To set the Target Rate from the Main (Home) page:

  1. Select the Target Rate value of the desired tank by pressing the (red) number in the appropriate row and column on the screen.
  2. Enter the Target Rate

The Target Rate is shown as a numerical value as well as on the adjacent bar graph.

How do I Reset Area (Acre) Totals?

Area 1 and Area 2 acre totals can be used to monitor the acres planted. Typically one is used to totalize field acres and the other for total acres. Use the following procedure to reset them in preparation for totalizing planted acres:

  1. Press to reset the Area 1 total to zero.
  2. Press to reset the Area 2 total to zero.

How does Section Control (Half-Width) work?

When seeding with both sections on the center button is green. If one of the sections turns off, the corresponding button will turn green. For example, if the left section turns off because of overlap, the right button will turn green. If you do not want to have automatic half-width you can still use half-width manually.

  • Press to enable right half of drill.
  • Press to enable left half of drill.

How do I begin seeding?

This procedure assumes that all setup and calibration steps have been completed and that the system has a toolbar work switch installed and setup. (If there is no toolbar work switch, the system will apply product as soon as the air cart reaches its minimum speed setting.)

  1. In the field, on the Main screen press the red product enable buttons for each product to be applied. The buttons turns green and the product information appears (Target Rates, Alarms, Tank Levels)
  2. Press the numbers next to the Product buttons and enter the desired Target Rates.
  3. Press the Master Work switch soft key to enable the system using the manual work switch. The Master Work switch softkey background turns green
  4. Lower the seeder and bring the implement up to the desired application speed. The Workswitch Ready/Hold icon displays a green light and the Seeder Down icon replaces with the Seeder Up icon.

How can the Sensor Channel Setup screen be used for troubleshooting?

The Sensor Channel Setup screen provides information that may be useful in troubleshooting problems associated with sensors. The Sensor Channel Setup screen can be used to verify that the correct type of sensor is assigned to the correct channel, and that the sensor logic has been configured correctly. It also provides diagnostic information about the current state of the sensor, how much current it is drawing from the system, its RPM, and total number of pulses since its last reset.

To view the current state of a sensor, press the Diagnostic button beside the icon of the sensor to be tested. This updates the information shown at the bottom of the screen.

What should I do if there is no loop information?

The loop indicated is turned off. To turn loop on, increase sensitivity >1

What should I do if there is a communication error?

The monitor is not detecting any sensors.

  • Check all the cables and connections.
  • Bypass Sensor 1 by connecting Sensor 2 to the sensor loop cable from the main wiring harness.
    • If the message is no longer displayed…replace Sensor 1.
    • If the problem persists…connect a Seed Sensor directly to the main wiring harness’ male Sensor Loop Cable.
      • If a Loop Comm. Error occurs…replace the Sensor Loop extension cable between the Main wiring harness and Seed Sensor 1.

What should I do if the monitor is showing less sensors than installed?

The monitor is reading an incorrect number of sensors.

  • Check all the cables and connections.
  • Bypass the last sensor by connecting the second last sensor to the sensor loop cable to the main wiring harness.
    • If the message is no longer displayed…replace the last sensor in the loop.
    • If the problem persists…connect a Seed Sensor directly to the main wiring harness.
      • If a Loop Comm. Error occurs…replace the main wiring harness.
      • If a Loop Comm. Error occurs…replace the Sensor Loop extension cable between the main wiring harness and the last Seed Sensor.

What should I do if a sensor is blocked?

The sensor indicated is blocked. Clean blockage from indicated run.

  • If the indicated run is not blocked…verify the Sensitivity is not set too high. Check inside the distribution towers for any foreign material. This may cause blockages to move from sensor to sensor.
    • If it is always the same sensor giving the blocked message…trade that sensor with one in another position.
      • If the blocked message moves with the sensor…replace that sensor.

What should I do if blocked runs are indicated but when checked and found to be clear?

The monitor is receiving incorrect blockage information.

  • Verify that the Sensitivity is not set too high.
  • Check inside the distribution towers for any foreign material. This may cause blockages to move from sensor to sensor.
    • If it is always the same sensor giving the blocked message…trade that sensor with one in another position.
      • If the blocked message moves with the sensor…replace that sensor.

What should I do if there is an amp overload?

This message indicates that there is too large a power draw on the indicated sensor loop. There is most likely a short in the Sensor Loop. Check all the cables and connections.

What should I do if the system displays ERROR alarms when one loop is disabled, but no alarms when both loops are enabled?

Typically this means that loops are all connected but cables are crossed either going to sensor 1 or coming back from the last sensor.

  • Trace sensor cables from the main wiring harness to the first and last sensor of one loop.
  • Re-connect the cables correctly.

Important! Must be seeding in order to perform a complete calibration, what should you do to perform a complete calibration?

Must be seeding in order to perform a complete calibration.

What does pressing the Work Switch do?

Pressing the Work Switch enables all alarms.

What does a grey background on the Work Switch indicate?

Grey background indicates Work Switch OFF.

What does a green background on the Work Switch indicate?

Green background indicates Work Switch ON.

When is area totals not accumulated?

When the Work Switch is off, all alarms will silence, and area totals will not accumulate.

Where is the Troubleshooting Table?

The Troubleshooting Table is at the back of the manual.

What is the goal when setting up blockage?

The goal is to have the Sensitivity value as high as possible without giving constant alarms.

What happens if a seed sensor measures fewer seeds per second than the Blockage Sensitivity value indicated?

If a seed sensor measures fewer seeds per second than the Blockage Sensitivity value indicated, a blockage alarm occurs.

Important! Must Be Seeding to Set Sensitivity, what are the steps to set sensitivity?

  1. From the Main ART screen, press the red number to the right of the Sensitivity icon
  2. Set the value to 15
  3. Increase the sensitivity value by 10
  4. Watch for blockage alarm
  5. If blockage alarm does not occur repeat steps 3 & 4
  6. If blockage alarm does occur, decrease sensitivity value by 3 to 5
  7. Set Sensitivity to zero to turn loop power off

What is required in order to use the Seed Rate Wizard?

A speed value is required in order to use the Seed Rate Wizard.

How do you set the speed?

  1. Press the Calibration Softkey
  2. Select the red number to the right of the Test Speed icon (The value should be the speed normally travelled in field.)
  3. On the Main ART screen press the speed type button to select Test Speed type.

Important! Must Be Seeding to Perform Seed Rate Wizard, how do you perform seed rate wizard?

On the Main ART screen.

  1. Press the red number to the right of the Target Rate icon
  2. Enter the desired rate
  3. Press the Seed Rate Wizard button The value should be close to selected Target Rate.

What is the tip regarding High and Low Seed Rate alarms?

High and Low Seed Rate alarms will automatically be set when the Seed Rate Wizard button is pressed.

What should you be sure to follow when operating this machine?

Be sure to follow all safety instructions in your air seeder operator’s manual.

What should you do before operating this machine?

Read and Understand This Manual Before Operating This Machine. Learn how to operate and service the machine correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

What should you do if you do not understand the information in this manual, or if you have any questions?

If you do not understand the information in this manual, or if you have any questions, contact Agtron Enterprises Inc. Customer Service.

What can cause system errors?

Low battery or alternator voltage can cause system errors.

For Installation of CANBUS Harness on non-ISO Tow Between Air Cart setup or Tow Behind Air Cart setup, what should you do?

Plug the CANBUS Harness into ISO plug on the rear of the tractor.

For Installation of CANBUS Harness on ISO Tow Between Air Cart setup, what should you do?

You can plug the CANBUS Harnesss into the ISO plug on the rear of the Air Cart.

What should you do after selecting a mounting location to protect the ECU?

Affix the ECU to the frame of the tank or toolbar.

What should you do after affixing the ECU to the frame of the tank or toolbar?

Connect the CANBUS Harness Cable to the DSUB connector on the ECU with two (2) jackscrews.

When must a CAN Terminating Bias Circuit connector be installed on the CANBUS Harness Cable?

A CAN Terminating Bias Circuit connector must be installed on the CANBUS Harness Cable if there is no other ECU installed at the end of the system or if the CAN ART is physically at the end of the system.

What is the purpose of the coloured cable ties included in this kit?

The coloured cable ties included in this kit are to assist in easy installation and to differentiate between the two loops of sensors.

What should you attach to all Loop 1 cables?

Attach blue ties for all Loop 1 cables.

What should you attach to all Loop 2 cables?

Attach yellow ties for all Loop 2 cables.

When making Extension Cable connections, what should you make sure to do?

When making Extension Cable connections, make sure you align the molded arrows. If they are difficult to push together, check the condition of the pins.

For each Loop (1 for Single; 2 for Dual), what should you do?

  1. Connect the cable from the ECU to a 10ft or 20ft Main Extension Cable.
  2. Route the Main Harness Extension Cable to the implement hitch.
  3. Secure the Main Harness Extension Cable to the equipment with cable ties, allowing enough slack for hitch movement.

Where should you mount the Seed Sensors?

Mount the Seed Sensors in the hose above the implement chassis to protect the Seed Sensors and cables from field debris damage.

When connected, should the Sensor Loop Cables be stretched tight?

The Sensor Loop Cables should not be stretched tight when connected.

How do you secure the Seed Sensors in the hose?

Secure the Seed Sensors in the hose using metal hose clamps on each side (Agtron Part# 400TRHS16 not included).

To install seed sensor, what should you do?

  1. Select a seed sensor on the far left of the machine to be seed sensor #1. Leave the female plug of this sensor unplugged, but connect the male plug to the seed sensor beside it. This will be sensor #2.
  2. Continue connecting seed sensor #2 to seed sensor #3 and so on, until the manifold is all connected. Attach a Sensor Loop cable to the male end of the last sensor on the first manifold.
  3. Connect the male end of the Sensor Loop Cable to the female end of the first seed sensor on the 2nd manifold. Continue in this fashion until you reach the far right side of the implement, leaving the male end on the last sensor unplugged.
  4. Using cable ties attach all cables to the frame of the implement. Avoid pinch points such as wing & opener lift points.

What shape should you create with excess cable before securing to help avoid electrical interference problems?

To help avoid electrical interference problems, create a figure eight shape with excess cable before securing.

What may you need to apply to the hose ends in order to fit the hose over the sensor?

If necessary, apply heat to the hose ends in order to fit the hose over the sensor.

For the installation procedures, what should you refer to?

For the following installation procedures, refer to the Installation Diagrams.

How do you install Y-Cable?

  1. Select a mounting location for the Y-Cable in the center of the implement.
  2. Secure the ring terminal of the Y-Cable to the chassis of the implement to ground the cable.
  3. Connect the Y-Cable’s male Sensor Loop Cable to Seed Sensor 1 (normally located on the far left side of the implement) using Sensor Loop Cables as required.
  4. Connect the Y-Cable’s male Sensor Loop Cable to the last Seed Sensor (normally located on the far right side of the implement) using Sensor Loop Cables as required.

How do you install Y-CABLE (MORE THAN 60 SENSORS)?

  1. On systems with more than 60 Seed Sensors, an additional Y-Cable must be installed in the middle of the loop to improve power distribution.
  2. When making Sensor Loop cable connections, make sure you align the molded arrows. If they are difficult to push together, check the condition of the pins.
  3. To prevent cable damage, route the cables so they follow the hydraulic hoses whenever possible.
  4. Connect the blue male end of the second Y-Cable to the blue female end of the first Y-Cable.
  5. Connect the second Y-Cable’s male and female Sensor Loop cables into the middle of the seed sensor loop (Using in place of a Sensor Loop cable)

Where are Sensor Breakout Harness connectors #4, 5, and 6 for?

Sensor Breakout Harness connectors #4, 5, and 6 are for Loop 1.

Where are Connectors 7, 8, and 9 for?

Connectors 7, 8, and 9 are for Loop 2.

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Shaft/Work Switch Sensor, how do you install the Automatic Work Switch?

  1. Install the Work Switch Sensor and magnet on the toolbar in a place where the magnet and sensor are within ½” of each other in the working position and far from each other when not working (when the drill is up).
  2. Connect the Work Switch Sensor to one of the connectors on the Sensor Breakout Harness. Make note of the channel # on the connector.
  3. Connect the Sensor Breakout Harness in-line with the Y-Cable.
  4. Turn to the Calibration portion of this manual for information on how to set up optional sensors in the system.

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Shaft Sensor, how do you install the Shaft Sensor?

  1. Attach the supplied magnet to a Shaft (rotation under 1000rpm).
  2. Select a mounting location for the sensor within ½” (13mm) of the magnet.
  3. Connect the Shaft Sensor to one of the connectors on the Sensor Breakout Harness. Make note of the channel # on the connector.
  4. Connect the Sensor Breakout Harness in-line with the Y-Cable.
  5. Turn to the Calibration portion of this manual for information on how to set up optional sensors in the system.

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Fan Sensor, how do you install the Fan Sensor?

  1. Mount the sensor within 1/16” (1mm) of a ferrous metal target such as a bolt head. (Over 500rpm).
  2. Connect the Fan Sensor to one of the connectors on the Sensor Breakout Harness. Make note of the channel # on the connector.
  3. Connect the Sensor Breakout Harness in-line with the Y-Cable.
  4. Turn to the Calibration portion of this manual for information on how to set up optional sensors in the system.

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Bin Sensor, how do you install the Bin Sensor?

  1. Select a mounting location in the tank at the desired empty product level. The Bin Sensor alarms when product does not cover it.
  2. In the selected mounting location, drill a 1/4” (6mm) hole. This is the hole for the bin sensor cable.
  3. Drill a 1/8” hole, 1 5/8” on either side of the first hole. These are the holes for mounting the bin sensor.
  4. Using needlenose pliers, take apart the Deutsch connector on the bin sensor cable.
  5. Instructions on how to take apart the connector are included in the bin sensor kit.
  6. Route the cable through the ¼” hole.
  7. Put the Deutsch cable back together. (Pin 1:Red, Pin 2:Green, Pin 3:Black)
  8. Secure the Bin Sensor to the mounting location with the #8 Philips Screws provided. Depending on the thickness of the tank, either ½” or 1” can be used.
  9. Connect the Bin Sensor to one of the connectors on the Sensor Breakout Harness. Make note of the channel number you have selected.
  10. Connect the Sensor Breakout Harness in-line with the Y-Cable.
  11. Turn to the Calibration portion of this manual for information on how to set up optional sensors in the system.

Requires Sensor Breakout Harness and Speed Sensor, how do you install the Speed Sensor?

  1. Attach the supplied magnet to a wheel or shaft that turns when the seeder is in motion.
  2. Select a mounting location for the sensor within ½” (13mm) of the magnet.
  3. Connect the Speed Sensor to one of the connectors on the Sensor Breakout Cable. Make note of the channel # on the connector.
  4. Connect the Sensor Breakout Harness in-line with the Y-Cable.
  5. Turn to the Calibration portion of this manual for information on how to set up optional sensors in the system.

What should the Terminator do if no Seed Sensors are installed?

The Terminator will go at the end of the second loop Sensor Breakout cable if no Seed Sensors are installed, this is to get the monitor to provide constant power to the loop when other sensors are installed (i.e.: Fan, Shaft and Bin). The Monitor will recognize this as a loop with zero seed sensors. The terminator has a red LED to indicate power is ON.

What can be substituted for the terminator?

A Y-Cable with the Seed Sensor connections mated together can be substituted for the terminator

Before operating your ISOBUS Rate and Blockage Monitoring System, what must be performed?

Before operating your ISOBUS Rate and Blockage Monitoring System, there are several setup and calibration procedures that must be performed to ensure proper seed rate/blockage monitoring. If these operations are not completed, performance and accuracy will be affected.

What settings can be configured for both loops on the Main ART Screen?

  • Sensitivity
  • Seed Rate (using the Seed Rate Wizard)
  • Target Rate
  • High and Low Rate alarm values
  • Speed Type (type of sensor providing speed information)
  • Optional Sensor Info

What information does the Main ART screen provide?

  • Number of Blocked Seed Sensors
  • Number of Seed Sensors in need of cleaning
  • Number of Installed Seed Sensors
  • Seed Sensor Communication Errors
  • Status of Optional Sensors
  • Seeding State/Work Switch State
  • Speed Type
  • Area 1 and Area 2 Totals

The Sensitivity is a required calibration for blockage monitoring, what is it?

It is the minimum seeds per second the seed sensors need to detect in order to stay out of blockage alarm. The goal is to have the Sensitivity value as high as possible without giving constant blockage alarms. If a Seed Sensor measures fewer seeds per second than the Blockage Sensitivity value indicates, a blockage alarm occurs.

How do you set the Seed Rate Wizard?

  1. Select the red number to the right of the target rate icon.
  2. Enter your current seeding rate. As calibrated on your air cart.
  3. Begin seeding.
  4. On the Main ART screen, press the Seed Rate Wizard softkey.  Repeat for Loop 2.

What happens if the flow rate through a seed sensor increases above its High Rate alarm value?

If the flow rate through a seed sensor increases above its High Rate alarm value a High Rate alarm occurs.

What happens if the rate decreases below the Low Rate alarm value?

If the rate decreases below the Low Rate alarm value a Low Rate alarm occurs.

If Seed Rate Wizard is used, what are the alarm values set to?

If Seed Rate Wizard is used, alarm values are set automatically. Low alarm at 50% of target rate and high alarm at 150% of target rate. The alarm values can also be selected and changed manually.

How do you set an alarm value?

  1. On the Main ART screen, select the red number to the right of the High Rate Alarm icon.
  2. Set the High Rate value (zero (0) disables the alarm).
  3. On the Main ART screen, select the red number to the right of the Low Rate Alarm icon.
  4. Set the Low Rate value (zero (0) disables the alarm).

If a seed sensor becomes blocked, what happens?

If a seed sensor becomes blocked the number of the seed sensor is displayed to the left of the Blocked Seed Sensors icon. If more than one sensor is blocked at the same time the display scrolls through the numbers of all blocked sensors. The bar graph to the right of the Blocked Sensors icon provides a graphical representation of the number of sensors currently blocked in percentage.

What does the number to the right of the Installed Seed Sensors icon indicate?

The number to the right of the Installed Seed Sensors icon indicates the number of seed sensors that are currently installed on the system. Verify this number corresponds to the number of seed sensors that were installed on the drill. If the number is different, consult the troubleshooting table at the back of this manual.

If a seed sensor detects that it requires cleaning, what happens?

If a seed sensor detects that it requires cleaning the number of the seed sensor is displayed to the left of the Clean Seed Sensors icon. If more than one seed sensor requires cleaning at the same time the display scrolls through the numbers of all the seed sensors requiring cleaning. The bar graph to the right of the Clean Seed Sensors icon provides a graphical representation of the number of sensors currently needing cleaning.

How do you clean a sensor?

To clean a sensor use a wet rag or bottle brush inside the metal tube.

If a sensor detects a Communication Error, what happens?

If a sensor detects a Communication Error, the number of the seed sensor where the error occurred is shown to the right of the Communication Error icon.

What happens if ECU Voltage is too low (less than the line indicator)?

If ECU Voltage is too low (less than the line indicator) the ECU will not save calibrations.

What are the Master and External Toolbar Work Switches used for?

The Master and External Toolbar Work Switches are used to enable operation of the CAN ART system as well as functions on other Agtron systems that may be in use (e.g. dry product and liquid product application systems).

How do you set up the Master Work Switch?

The Master Work Switch is a Softkey located on all screens. When the area of the Softkey surrounding the icon is white the Master Work Switch is disabled. In this mode the system is disabled—regardless of the position of the toolbar. When the area of the Softkey surrounding the icon is green the system is enabled. If the system is NOT equipped with a toolbar Work Switch, alarms will be enabled as soon as the implement speed exceeds the minimum speed setting.

How do you set up an External Work Switch?

Use the following procedure to setup an External Work Switch on the channel selected during installation:

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Select the Unlock Softkey.
  3. Enter the password (11111) then the accept softkey.
  4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that the work switch sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 – 7,8,9)
  5. Select the proper icon from the drop down menu.

How do you display, and enable setting of, the Implement Width?

  1. Select the Calibration Icon.
  2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right of theWidth icon.
  3. Enter the width value in inches (or millimeters if the system is configured for METRIC units).

How do you enter the total number of openers on the seeder?

  1. Select the Calibration Icon.
  2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right of the Row Count icon.
  3. Enter a value between one (1) and 120. The row value is the total number of openers on the seeder for each Loop. Loop 1 is the left column, Loop 2 is the right column. This allows for accurate seed rate calculations.

How does the Seed Delay allow the user to setup a delay in seconds from when the system detects a blockage to when the system will alarm when the Work Switch is on?

  1. Select the Calibration Icon.
  2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right of the Seed Delay icon.
  3. Enter the desired seed delay time in seconds for each loop. Loop 1 is the left column, Loop 2 is the right column.

How do you set the Minimum Speed?

  1. Select the Calibration icon.
  2. On the Calibration screen, press the red number to the right of the Minimum Speed icon.
  3. Enter the minimum seeding speed. (MPH or KPH depending on VT units selected.

How do you perform Distance Check/Accumulated Distance?

When a Speed Sensor is attached, distance travelled accumulates in feet (meters). Pressing the Distance Check button clears the Accumulated Distance.

  1. On the Main ART screen, press the Calibration key, then the Distance Check icon.
  2. Accumulated Distance changes to 0.0.

How do you calibrate the Speed Cal Number?

The Speed Cal Number is used if Speed Sensor is installed. The Speed Cal number is the distance travelled per pulse received from the sensor. To calibrate the Speed Cal Number:

  1. Select the Calibration Icon.
  2. Press the Distance Check icon. Accumulated Distance should change to 0.0.
  3. Measure and drive a known distance.
  4. Enter the distance driven in feet (meters) in the Accumulated Distance field. This is the red number to the right of the Distance Check icon.
  5. The Speed Cal number will automatically change.
  6. Your speed sensor is now calibrated.

How do you use Test Speed?

Test speed is a valuable tool you can use when performing diagnostics. It supplies a speed signal that simulates the forward motion of the tractor and implement.

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Press the red number to the right of the Test Speed icon.
  3. Enter a value between 0 and 15.5 MPH. (0 and 25 KPH)

How do you select the Speed Type?

The Speed Type setting allows you to select and use any of the following speed inputs: A radar speed device on the commodity cart (ECU), a GPS speed input or wheel speed sensor on the tractor, or a ground speed signal from the tractor computer system.

  1. On the Main ART screen, select the Speed Type icon.
  2. Select the appropriate Speed Type for your system.

How do you reset Area 1 and Area 2?

There are two tools to use when calculating planted acres: Area 1 and Area 2. Use the following procedure to reset them in preparation for totalizing planted acres:

  1. Press the Area 1 softkey to reset the Field Acres/Hectares total to zero.
  2. Press the Area 2 softkey to reset the Total Acres/Hectares total to zero.

How do you setup a Fan Sensor on the channel selected during installation?

Use the following procedure to setup a Fan Sensor on the channel selected during installation:

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Select the Unlock Softkey.
  3. Enter the password (11111) then the accept softkey.
  4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that the fan sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 – 7,8,9)
  5. Select either Fan1 or Fan2 icon from the drop down menu.

How do you set Fan Targets to the total number of register points on the fan that pass in front of the fan sensor each revolution?

Use the following procedure to set Fan Targets to the total number of register points on the fan that pass in front of the fan sensor each revolution. The left column are the settings for Fan 1, the right column is for Fan 2.

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Press the red number to the right of the Fan Targets icon.
  3. Enter the required number of Fan Targets.

How do you set Fan High and Fan Low Alarms?

The Low and High Fan alarm setting depends on the desired operational range.

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Press the red number to right of the Fan High icon.
  3. Enter the alarm value in RPM.
  4. Repeat the procedure to enter the Fan Low alarm value.

How do you setup a Shaft Sensor on the channel selected during installation?

Use the following procedure to setup a Shaft Sensor on the channel selected during installation:

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Select the Unlock Softkey.
  3. Enter the password (11111) then the accept softkey.
  4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that the shaft sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 – 7,8,9)
  5. Select Shaft1 to Shaft4 icon from the drop down menu.

How do you set Shaft Targets to the total number of register points that pass in front of the sensor each revolution?

Use the following procedure to set Shaft Targets to the total number of register points that pass in front of the sensor each revolution.

  1. Select the Calibration Icon.
  2. Press the red number to the rigt of the Shaft Targets icon.
  3. Enter the required number of Shaft Targets.

How do you set the Shaft High and Shaft Low Settings?

The Low and High end of the Shaft Alarm settings depends on your desired operational range.

  1. Selct the Calibration Icon.
  2. Press the red number to the righ of the Shaft High icon.
  3. Enter the alarm value in RPM.
  4. Repeat the procedure to enter the Shaft Low alarm value.

How do you setup a Bin Sensor on the channel selected during installation?

Use the following procedure to setup a Bin Sensor on the channel selected during installation:

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Select the Unlock Softkey.
  3. Enter the password (11111) then the accept softkey.
  4. At the bottom of the screen select the proper channel that the bin sensor is installed on. (Loop 1 – 4,5,6 Loop 2 – 7,8,9)
  5. Select Bin1 to Bin4 icon from the drop down menu.

How do you set sensor logic?

Use this procedure to set sensor logic:

  1. Select the Calibration Softkey.
  2. Select the Unlock Softkey.
  3. Enter the password (11111) then the accept softkey.
  4. At the bottom of the screen, select the icon to the right of the channel number.
  5. Select either normal (Closed Circuit) or Inverted (Open Circuit)

Where should you set units?

Set units to Metric, Imperial or US on the VT before entering Agtron software.

What does Seed Sensor Shutoff allow you to do?

  1. Shut off problematic seed sensors to continue seeding without interruption.
  2. Shut off seed sensors that you don’t want seed or fertilizer going through.
  3. Shut off seed sensors for Tram lines

What do Loop 1 and Loop 2 Sensor Pattern Softkeys allow you to do?

Loop 1 and Loop 2 Sensor Pattern Softkeys allow you to switch between patterns each time the Softkey is pressed. There are three different options:

  1. All sensors on (showing all O pattern)
  2. First Sensor off (showing XOXO pattern)
  3. First Sensor on (showing OXOX pattern) OR Manual Shutoff can be done when the sensor is pressed (O or X) and a drop down appears. There are three different options:
  4. Tram Channel 1
  5. Tram Channel 2
  6. X to turn off

What should you do on alarm screens?

  • Determine which alarm has occurred
  • Get additional information about the sensor or system in alarm
  • Acknowledge the alarm condition
  • Enable or disable the Master Work Switch
  • Shutoff the alarm condition

Type of Problem: No Loop Information, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: The Loop indicated is turned off, what is the Action/Information?

Turn Loop on, increase sensitivity > 0.

Type of Problem: VT Displays SNR 1 ERR, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: The ECU is not detecting any sensors, what is the Action/Information?

Check all the cables and connections from the ECU to sensor 1. Bypass Sensor 1 by connecting Sensor 2 to the Sensor Loop cable from the Y-Cable. If the message is no longer displayed…replace Sensor 1. If the problem persists…connect a Seed Sensor directly to the Y-Cable male Sensor Loop Cable. If you get a SNR 2 ERR…replace the Sensor Loop Extension Cable between the Y-Cable and Seed Sensor 1. If the problem persists…connect the Y-Cable and a sensor directly to the ECU. If you get a SNR 2 ERR…replace the Main Extension Cable. If you get a SNR 1 ERR…replace the Y-Cable. If problem persists…contact Agtron Service.

Type of Problem: VT displays SNR # ERR one number above total sensors installed, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: The ECU is reading an incorrect number of sensors, what is the Action/Information?

Check all the cables and connections from the last sensor to the ECU. Bypass the last sensor by connecting the second last sensor to the Sensor Loop Cable to the Y-Cable. If the message is no longer displayed…replace the last sensor in the loop. If the problem persists…connect a Seed Sensor directly to the Y-Cable. If you get a SNR 2 ERR…replace the Y-Cable. If you get a SNR 1 ERR…replace the Sensor Loop Extension Cable between the Y-Cable and the last Seed Sensor.

Type of Problem: VT displays SNR # ERR, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: The ECU is detecting an error on the indicated sensor #, what is the Action/Information?

Take note of the indicated sensor number. Inspect the Sensor Loop Cables in the indicated Seed Sensor number location for damage. Replace or bypass any damaged cables. If the problem persists… Bypass the indicated Seed Sensor number. This is done by unplugging the seed sensor and plugging in the cables of the seed sensor before and after together. The seed sensor count will be one less than before. If the message is no longer displayed…replace the bypassed seed sensor. If the problem persists…bypass the seed sensor before the indicated sensor number error. If the message is no longer displayed…replace the bypassed seed sensor. If the problem persists…check the Sensor Loop Cable connecting the seed sensors together, swap the Sensor Loop Cable with another Sensor Loop Cable. If the message is no longer displayed…replace the Sensor Loop Cable.

Type of Problem: Blocked Sensors, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: The sensor indicated is blocked, what is the Action/Information?

Clean blockage from indicated run. If the indicated run is not blocked…verify the Sensitivity is not set too high. Check inside the distribution towers for any foreign material. This may cause blockages to move from sensor to sensor. If it is always the same sensor giving the blocked message…trade that sensor with one in another position. If the blocked message moves with the sensor…replace that sensor.

Type of Problem: VT displays SNR # CLN, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: This indicates that the optical detectors inside the sensor tube are dirty, what is the Action/Information?

Take note of the indicated seed sensor number. Clean the indicated seed sensor with warm water and a bristle pipe brush. If the problem persists…bypass the indicated seed sensor. If the message is no longer displayed…replace the bypassed seed sensor.

Type of Problem: VT displays AMP Overload, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: This indicates that there is too large of a power draw on the indicated sensor loop number, what is the Action/Information?

Check all cables. This is most likely a short in the Sensor Loop indicated. Remove one tower or cable at a time until the message disappears. Replace the last removed part.

Type of Problem: Calibration settings are lost, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: The CAN ART system is not getting the proper voltage, what is the Action/Information?

Check the voltage to the system is greater than 10 volts. Electrical surges due to faulty electrical system. Check the tractor battery cables, connection to the starter and alternator. If the problem persists…send the ECU head to Agtron for repair.

Type of Problem: Speed sensor installed, but no speed showing, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: This indicates that the speed sensor is not on the proper sensor channel OR… The magnet is too far from the sensor, what is the Action/Information?

Channels 4, 5, and 6 are dedicated to Loop 1 using the Sensor Breakout Cable. Channels 7, 8, and 9 are dedicated to Loop 2 using the Sensor Breakout Cable. Make sure the sensor is within ½” of the magnet. If the problem persists…contact Agtron Service.

Type of Problem: VT displays ERR alarms when one loop is disabled, but no alarms when both loops are enabled, Symptom/Diagnostic Step: This indicates Loops connected but cables are crossed either going to sensor 1 or coming back from the last sensor, what is the Action/Information?

Carefully trace one Loop of sensors to determine where the cables are crossed. Switch the incorrect connections to make two independent loops.

Type of Problem: Intermittent Communication Errors (Random Communication errors), Symptom/Diagnostic Step: For stationary system testing, what is the Action/Information?

Check all cables for stretching or pinching. Clean any connections that may have been left open and re-apply silicone grease (Agtron part number 850039001). Look for damaged cable jackets from over-tightened tie-straps. Spray sensors with water if indication that the system fails after rain. Try to spray the sensor body where the cables join. Disconnect the last Seed Sensor output cable from the extension. Disconnect tower #2 from tower #1 and check the diagnostic message. For example, if there are 10 sensors on tower #1, there should be an error showing no connection to sensor 11. Reconnect tower #2 to tower #1. Disconnect tower #3 from tower #2 and check the diagnostic message. Repeat for all towers. Reconnect the last sensor output cable to the extension. The loop should now be complete, with no errors. Set the blockage Sensitivity to mid-point. For example, if the range is 1 to 100, set it to 50. Make sure the fan is off. Verify that each sensor reads as blocked on the second cycle.

Type of Problem: Intermittent Communication Errors (Random Communication errors), Symptom/Diagnostic Step: Errors occur only when seeding (will need two 20ft Sensor Loop Extension Cables Agtron part# 9ARTX20), what is the Action/Information?

Bypass all the towers except tower #1 and check for reliable operation while seeding. Bypass individual Seed Sensors until reliable operation is achieved. Add tower #2 and check for reliable operation. Bypass individual Seed Sensors until reliable operation is achieved. Repeat for all towers. If a reliable loop cannot be made with a single Seed Sensor, replace the main extensions, Y -Cable and Sensor Extensions.

About ISOBUS, what should you check for the latest ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminals?

Check http://www.agtronservice.com for the latest ISOBUS-compatible virtual terminals.

Tip! For detailed information on how to operate the virtual terminal, what should you do?

For detailed information on how to operate the virtual terminal, refer to its operation manual.

What is a softkey?

A “softkey” is a button or touch screen icon that, when pressed, performs a function assigned to it.

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