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Guidance and auto steering

System 350

X30 Console

Operator’s Manual

X30 Guidance and Auto Steering

Operator’s Manual

Part Number: AGA4084-EN

Rev Number: 1.5.1

For use with Software Version: 3.12.12

© Copyright Topcon Precision Agriculture

August 2012

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information contained herein may not be used, accessed, copied, stored, displayed, sold,

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Preface

This manual provides information about operating and

maintaining this Topcon Precision Agriculture product. Correct

use and servicing is important for safe and reliable operation of

the product.

It is very important that you take the time to read this manual

before using the product.

Information in this manual is current at the time of publication. A

system may vary slightly. The manufacturer reserves the right to

redesign and change the system as necessary without notification.

Alert Symbols

In this manual two alert symbols are used.

This offers additional information.

Warning: A warning signal appears on safety

signs and in this manual to show that this

information is very important to your safety.

LEARN these and APPLY them.


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Terms and Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.

General

APPLICATION - You accept

these Terms and Conditions by

purchasing the product from

Topcon Precision Agriculture

(TPA) or from one TPA’s product

dealers.

COPYRIGHT - All information

contained in this manual is the

intellectual property of, and

copyrighted material of TPA. All

rights are reserved. You may not

use, access, copy, store, display,

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 considerable work,

time and money, and are the result

of original selection, coordination

and arrangement by TPA.

TRADEMARKS – ZYNX,

PROSTEER, EAGLE, KEE

Technologies, Topcon, Topcon

Positioning Systems and Topcon

Precision Agriculture are

trademarks or registered

trademarks of the Topcon Group

of companies. Microsoft and

Windows are trademarks or

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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

contained at the website of TPA

or any other Topcon Group

company or in any other

advertisements or TPA literature

or made by an employee or

independent contractor of TPA

modifies these Terms and

Conditions.

IMPORTANT: SAFETY -

Improper use of the product can

lead to death or injury to persons,

damage to property and/or

malfunction of the product. The

product should only be repaired

by authorized TPA service

centers. You should closely

review the safety warnings and

directions as to the proper use of


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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

manufactured by TPA shall be

free of defects in materials and

workmanship for a period of one

year from the date of purchase.

RETURN AND REPAIR -

During the respective warranty

periods, any of the above items

found defective may be shipped to

TPA for repair. TPA will

promptly repair or replace the

defective item at no charge, and

ship it back to you. You must pay

the shipping and handling charges

in respect of the same. Calibration

of components, labor and travel

expenses incurred for in-field

removal and replacement of

components are not covered in

this warranty policy. The

foregoing warranty shall NOT

apply to damage or defects

resulting from:

(i) disaster, accident or abuse

(ii) normal wear and tear

(iii) improper use and/or

maintenance

(iv) unauthorized modifications of

the product; and/or

(v) use of the product in

combination with other

products not supplied or

specified by TPA.

Software accompanying any

product is licensed for use in

connection with the product and

not sold. Use of software that is

provided with a separate end user

license agreement (“EULA”) will

be subject to the terms and

conditions, including those

relating to limited warranty, of

the applicable EULA,

notwithstanding anything in these

Terms and Conditions to the

contrary.

WARRANTY DISCLAIMER -

OTHER THAN FOR THE

ABOVE WARRANTIES,

WARRANTIES PROVIDED IN

AN APPLICABLE

WARRANTY CARD,

APPENDIX OR END USER

LICENSE AGREEMENT,

THIS MANUAL, THE

PRODUCT AND RELATED

SOFTWARE ARE PROVIDE

‘AS-IS’. THERE ARE NO

OTHER WARRANTIES AND

TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED

BY LAW TPA EXCLUDES

ALL IMPLIED TERMS,

CONDITIONS AND

WARRANTIES IN RESPECT

OF THE MANUAL AND THE

PRODUCT (INCLUDING ANY

IMPLIED WARRANTY OR

MERCHANTABILITY OR

FITNESS FOR ANY


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PARTICULAR USE OR

PURPOSE). TPA IS NOT

RESPONSIBLE FOR THE

OPERATION OF GNSS

SATELLITES AND/OR

AVAILABILITY,

CONTINUITY, ACCURACY,

OR INTEGRITY OF GNSS

SATELLITE SIGNALS.

LIABILITY LIMIT AND

INDEMNITY - TPA and its

dealers, agents and representatives

shall not be liable for technical or

editorial errors or omissions

contained herein or for special,

indirect, economic, incidental or

consequential damages resulting

from the furnishing, performance

or use of this material, the product

or its accompanying software

(including where TPA has been

advised of the possibility of such

damage). Such disclaimed

damages include but are not

limited to loss of time, loss or

destruction of data, loss of profit,

savings or revenue or loss of or

damage to the product. You shall

defend, indemnify and hold TPA

harmless from and against any

claims, actions, suits, damages,

losses, liabilities and costs

(including attorneys’ fees) arising

from, or relating to (a) your

operation use, or maintenance of

the product and/or software other

than as provided for in this

manual or the applicable end user

license agreement; and (b) your

negligence or wrongful act or

omission in respect of the product.

In any event, TPA’s liability to

you or any other person for any

claim, loss or damage (in contract,

tort or on any other basis) will be

limited (in TPA’s option) to either

(a) the replacement or repair of

the product, or (b) payment of the

cost of replacing or repairing the

product.

Other

These Terms and Conditions may

be amended, modified, superseded

or cancelled, at any time by TPA.

These Terms and Conditions will

be governed by, and construed in

accordance with:

- 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 supplied to you outside of

Australia

- the provisions of the United

Nations Convention on

Contracts for the International

Sale of Goods shall not apply

to these Terms and Conditions.

All information, illustrations, and

applications contained herein are

based on the latest available

information at the time of

publication. TPA reserves the

right to make product changes at

any time without notice.


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If any part of these Terms and

Conditions would be

unenforceable, 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.

Service Information

Service assistance can be provided

by contacting your local TPA

Authorized Dealer.


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Communications Regulation Information

FCC Compliance Statement (USA)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class ‘A’ digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in

which case the user will be required to correct the

interference at the user's expense.

FCC Compliance Statement (Canada)

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of

the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

Regulation.

CE EMC Statement (European Community)

Warning: This is a class ‘A’ product. In a domestic

environment this product may cause radio interference in

which case the user may be required to take adequate

measures.

‘C’ Tick EMC Statement (Australia & New Zealand)

This product meets the applicable requirements of the

Australia and New Zealand EMC Framework.

Type Approval and Safety Regulations

Type approval may be required in some countries to license the

use of transmitters on certain band frequencies. Check with local

authorities and your dealer. Unauthorized modification of the

equipment may void that approval, the warranty and the license to

use the equipment.

The receiver contains an internal radio-modem. This can

potentially send signals. Regulations vary between countries, so

check with the dealer and local regulators for information on

licensed and unlicensed frequencies. Some may involve

subscriptions.


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Radio and Television Interference

This computer equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-

frequency energy. If it is not installed and used correctly in strict

accordance with TOPCON Precision Agriculture instructions, it

may cause interference with radio communication.

You can check if interference is being caused by this equipment

by turning the Topcon equipment off to see if the interference

stops. If the equipment is causing interference to a radio or other

electronic device, trS:

Turning the radio antenna until the interference stops

Moving the equipment to either side of the radio or other

electronic device

Moving the equipment farther away from the radio or other

electronic device

Connecting the equipment to another circuit that is not linked

to the radio.

To reduce potential interference, operate the equipment at the

lowest gain level that will allow successful communication.

If necessary contact your nearest Topcon Precision Agriculture

dealer for assistance.

Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by

TOPCON Precision Agriculture could void the EMC

compliance and negate authority to operate the product.

This product was tested for EMC compliance using Topcon

Precision Agriculture peripheral devices, shielded cables

and connectors. It is important to use Topcon Precision

Agriculture devices between system components to reduce

the possibility of interference with other devices.


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General Safety

DANGER: It is essential that the following

information and the product specific safety

information is read and understood.

Most incidents arising during operation, maintenance and repair

are caused by a failure to observe basic safety rules or

precautions. Always be alert to potential hazards and hazardous

situations.

Always follow the instructions that accompany a Warning or

Caution. The information these provide aims to minimize risk of

injury and/or damage to property.

In particular follow instructions presented as Safety Messages.

Safety Messages and Warnings

The safety symbol is used with the relevant word: DANGER,

WARNING or CAUTION.

Messages marked in this way recommend safety precautions and

practices. LEARN and apply them.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous

situation that, if not avoided, could result in DEATH

OR VERY SERIOUS INJURY.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous

situation that, if not avoided, could result in DEATH

OR SERIOUS INJURY.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous

situation that, if not avoided, may result in MINOR

INJURY.


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Safety Signs

WARNING: DO NOT remove or obscure safety signs.

Replace any safety signs that are not readable or are

missing. Replacement signs are available from your

dealer in the event of loss or damage.

If a used vehicle has been purchased, make sure all safety signs

are in the correct location and can be read. Replace any safety

signs that cannot be read or are missing. Replacement safety signs

are available from your dealer.

Operator Safety

WARNING: It is YOUR responsibility to read and

understand the safety sections in this book before

operating this vehicle. Remember that YOU are the

key to safety.

Good safety practices not only protect you, but also the people

around you. Study this manual as part of your safety program.

This safety information only relates to Topcon equipment and

does not replace other usual safe work practices.

WARNING: In some of the illustrations or photos

used in this manual, panels or guards may have

been removed for demonstration purposes. Never

operate the vehicle with any panels or guards

removed. If the removal of panels or guards is

necessary to make a repair, these MUST be replaced

before operation.

Warning: Always check that any suspended vehicle

attachments are lowered to the ground before

beginning repair or maintenance work on a vehicle.


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Warning: Vehicle and implement parts can become

hot during operation and may be under pressure.

Refer to vehicle manuals.

Warning: Wear appropriate protective clothing for

the task being undertaken and conditions.

Warning: Do not operate equipment around

explosive equipment or supplies.

Warning: Topcon is committed to good

environmental performance and minimizes the use

of any potentially harmful substances in its products.

However, it is always advisable not to handle

damaged electronic equipment.

This Topcon product may contain a sealed lithium

battery.

Always dispose of any electronic equipment

thoughtfully and responsibly.


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Exposure to Radio Frequency

Exposure to energy from radio frequencies is an important safety

issue. Keep a distance of at least 20 cm (7.8 inches) between

people and any radiating antenna. Keep a distance of at least 20

cm between transmitting antennas.

Warning: Products using cellular modem or an

RTK base station can transmit radio frequency

energy. Check with your dealer.

This device is designed to operate with TPA approved antennas.

Discuss with your dealer.

Preparation for Operation

Read and understand this manual and learn all of the controls

before you use the equipment.

Keep the manual with the equipment.

If the equipment is moved to another vehicle, move the

manual as well.

Read the manual for the vehicle with which the equipment

will be used and check that the vehicle has the correct

equipment required by local regulations.

Make sure you understand the speed, brakes, steering,

stability, and load characteristics of the vehicle before you

start.

Check all controls in an area clear of people and obstacles

before starting work.

Identify possible hazards.


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Warning: Topcon equipment must not be used by an

operator affected by alcohol or drugs. Seek medical

advice if using prescription or over-the-counter

medication.

Disclaimer

Topcon accepts no responsibility or liability for damages to

property, personal injuries, or death resulting from the misuse or

abuse of any of its products.

Further, Topcon accepts no responsibility for the use of Topcon

equipment or the GNSS signal for any purpose other than the

intended purpose.

Topcon cannot guarantee the accuracy, integrity, continuity, or

availability of the GNSS signal.

The operator must ensure that the equipment is correctly turned

off when not in use.

Before operating any vehicle equipped with Topcon products,

read and understand the following product specific safety

precautions.


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X30 Important Safety Information

Operator Alertness and Responsibility

The X30 helps the operator to steer the vehicle, but the operator

remains in charge and must be alert and in complete control of the

vehicle at all times. The operator is ultimately responsible for safe

operation of this equipment.

It is essential that safety requirements are met when operating the

X30 and any of its components. All operators and other relevant

personnel must be advised of safety requirements.

Electrical Safety

Warning: Incorrectly connected power can cause

severe injury and damage to people or the

equipment.

When working with electrical components, you must do the

following:

Make sure the negative terminal of the battery is

disconnected before doing any welding on the vehicle.

Check that all power cables to system components are

connected to the correct polarity as marked. Please refer to

the vehicle manual for safety information.

Check that equipment is grounded in accordance with

installation instructions.

Operation and Risk of Obstacles

The following list is not exhaustive or limited. To use the X30 for

assisted steering along a defined wayline, the operator must

ensure that it is used:

Away from people and obstacles


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Away from high voltage power lines or other overhead

obstructions (identify any clearance problems before

activating the X30)

On private property without public access

Within cleared fields

Off public roads or access ways.

Note that:

The operator needs to know the vehicle’s position and the

field conditions at all times.

The operator will need to respond if the GNSS satellite or

differential correction signal is lost momentarily.

The X30 cannot detect obstacles (people, livestock or other).

Only use the X30 in areas that are clear of obstacles and keep

a proper distance.

Steering needs to be disengaged for manual control if an

obstacle appears in the path or the vehicle moves away from

the wayline.

On/Off and Manual Control

Warning: Ensure the steering switch is Off to

prevent unintentional engagement of the assisted

steering. When repairing or maintaining the

vehicle/implement, ensure the vehicle CANNOT

be moved. Disengage steering, apply brakes and

remove keys.

The operator must ensure that the steering switch is Off (all LED

indicators are off) when assisted steering is not being used.

The operator must disengage assisted steering and use manual

control if an obstacle is in the line of travel or moves into the line

of travel, or if the vehicle steers away from the desired wayline.


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To disengage assisted steering:

Turn the steering wheel a few degrees OR

Select the Disengage Auto Steering button on the console

AND/OR

If using an external steering switch, disengage using the

switch if the above actions do not disengage assisted steering.

Vehicle Shut Down Safety

Before leaving the vehicle, disengage assisted steering, disengage

external steering switch if this is being used, and remove the key

from the key switch.

Using a Reference (Base) Station

WARNING: Do not move a reference station

while in operation. Moving an operating reference

station can interfere with the controlled steering of

a system using the reference station. This could

result in personal injury or damage to property.

Operators and other affected personnel must be advised of the

following safety precautions.

Do not erect the reference station under or within the vicinity

of high voltage power lines.

When using the portable reference station, make sure that the

tripod is securely mounted.

To Get the Best Out of the Product

Back up data regularly. The console has large, but limited storage

capacity. Use the Diagnostics Mini-view to view capacity

available. A warning screen displays if storage is reaching its

limit.


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Be aware of file format compatibility. Discuss compatible formats

with the dealer.

Topcon Agricultural Products are hardy and designed to work in

tough conditions. However, should equipment be unused for a

length of time, store away from water and direct heat sources.


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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 – Introduction ............................................ 1-1

1.1 Starting the X30 Console .................................................. 1-2

1.1.1 Shutting Down the Console ............................................................... 1-4

1.2 Resetting the Console ........................................................ 1-5

1.3 Using the Console Base Buttons ....................................... 1-6

1.3.1 Help .................................................................................................... 1-6

1.3.2 USB Eject .......................................................................................... 1-6

1.3.3 Screenshots ........................................................................................ 1-6

1.3.4 Brightness Control ............................................................................. 1-7

1.3.5 Day/Night Mode ................................................................................ 1-7

1.4 Interpreting LED Lights .................................................... 1-8

1.4.1 Status LEDs ....................................................................................... 1-8

1.4.2 LED Light Bar ................................................................................... 1-9

1.5 Confirming, Cancelling and Naming Actions ................. 1-10

Chapter 2 – Regional and User Details ...................... 2-1

2.1 Setting Language ............................................................... 2-2

2.2 Setting Time and Date ....................................................... 2-4

2.3 Setting Units of Measurement ........................................... 2-6

2.4 Setting up Light Bar ........................................................ 2-10

2.5 Setting up Environment ................................................... 2-13

2.6 Setting up Map Options ................................................... 2-18

2.7 Viewing Access Level ..................................................... 2-21

Chapter 3 – System Setup ........................................... 3-1

3.1 Enabling Features .............................................................. 3-2

3.2 Setting up GPS .................................................................. 3-4

3.2.1 Choice of Correction Source ............................................................. 3-6

3.2.2 Serial Port ........................................................................................ 3-13

3.2.3 GPS Antenna.................................................................................... 3-14

3.2.4 GPS Output ...................................................................................... 3-17

3.2.5 Radar ................................................................................................ 3-20

3.3 Setting up General Alarms .............................................. 3-22

3.4 Setting up Flag Points ...................................................... 3-25

Chapter 4 – Vehicle Setup ........................................... 4-1

4.1 Setting up a New Vehicle .................................................. 4-2


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4.1.1 Customizing a Vehicle ....................................................................... 4-4

4.2 Setting up Vehicle Geometry ............................................ 4-7

4.3 Setting up the Steering Controller ..................................... 4-9

4.4 Selecting an Existing Vehicle ......................................... 4-12

Chapter 5 – Implement Set Up ................................... 5-1

5.1 Setting up a New Implement ............................................. 5-2

5.1.1 Multichannel Section Control with ISOBUS (Boom Selection) ....... 5-5

5.1.2 Changing ECU Settings (ISOBUS) ................................................... 5-5

5.2 Setting up Implement Geometry ....................................... 5-7

5.3 Setting up Section Control ................................................ 5-9

5.4 Setting Timing ................................................................. 5-11

5.5 Setting up Switch Box ..................................................... 5-13

5.6 Selecting an Existing Implement ..................................... 5-16

Chapter 6 – Operations Basics .................................... 6-1

6.1 Understanding Screen Elements ........................................ 6-2

6.2 Opening Feature Mini-views ............................................. 6-4

6.3 Viewing System Information ............................................ 6-6

6.4 Using Map Controls .......................................................... 6-7

6.5 Storing Information about Jobs ....................................... 6-11

6.6 Recognizing Color and Working Status .......................... 6-12

Chapter 7 – Steering Calibrations .............................. 7-1

7.1 Calibrating the Compass ................................................... 7-2

7.2 Calibrating the Wheel Angle Sensor ................................. 7-5

7.3 Calibrating the Mounting Bias .......................................... 7-8

7.4 Dealing with Calibration Errors ...................................... 7-16

Chapter 8 – Field Menu .............................................. 8-1

8.1 Selecting or Setting a Field ............................................... 8-2

8.2 Setting a New Boundary .................................................... 8-6

8.2.1 Removing a Boundary ....................................................................... 8-8

8.3 Setting Flag Points ........................................................... 8-10

8.3.1 Removing or Changing a Flag Point ............................................... 8-13

8.4 Setting Exclusion Zones .................................................. 8-14

8.4.1 Clearing an Exclusion Zone ............................................................. 8-16

Chapter 9 – Job Menu ................................................. 9-1


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9.1 Creating a New Job ........................................................... 9-2

9.2 Setting up a Working Headland ........................................ 9-3

9.3 Selecting an Existing Job .................................................. 9-9

9.4 Recording a Job ............................................................... 9-11

9.4.1 Clearing a Job .................................................................................. 9-13

9.5 Using Variable Rate Control ........................................... 9-15

9.5.1 If using VRC Maps .......................................................................... 9-15

9.5.2 If Working with AgJunction ............................................................ 9-16

Chapter 10 – Guideline Menu ................................... 10-1

10.1 Using Straight Lines Guidelines ................................... 10-2

10.1.1 Setting AB Lines Manually ........................................................... 10-5

10.2 Using Identical Curve Guidelines ................................. 10-6

10.3 Using Adaptive Curve Guidelines ................................ 10-8

10.3.1 Coverage Triggered Mode ............................................................. 10-8

10.3.2 Manual Mode ................................................................................. 10-9

10.3.3 U-turn Recognition Mode .............................................................. 10-9

10.3.4 Create a New Line ......................................................................... 10-9

10.4 Using Centre Pivot Guidelines .................................... 10-11

10.5 Selecting an Existing Guideline .................................. 10-13

Chapter 11 – Auto Steering ....................................... 11-1

11.1 Viewing Steering Status ................................................ 11-2

11.2 Tuning Auto Steering .................................................... 11-3

11.3 Engaging Auto Steering ................................................ 11-4

11.4 Disengaging Auto Steering ........................................... 11-7

Chapter 12 – Nudge Menu ........................................ 12-1

12.1 Using Nudge Options .................................................... 12-2

12.2 Nudging for Minor Inaccuracy ...................................... 12-4

Chapter 13 – Monitoring During Jobs ..................... 13-1

13.1 Viewing Guidance ......................................................... 13-2

13.2 Viewing GPS Details ..................................................... 13-3

13.3 Viewing Diagnostics ..................................................... 13-6

13.4 Viewing Job Information ............................................... 13-8

13.5 Monitoring on the Dashboard ....................................... 13-9

13.5.1 Customizing the Dashboard ........................................................... 13-9

13.5.2 GPS and Correction Source ......................................................... 13-10


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13.5.3 Vehicle Information ..................................................................... 13-13

13.5.4 Job Progress Information ............................................................. 13-13

Chapter 14 – Enabled Additional Features ............. 14-1

14.1 Using Auto Section Control .......................................... 14-2

14.2 Using Virtual Terminal (ISOBUS) ............................... 14-3

14.3 Using AgJunction .......................................................... 14-5

Chapter 15 – Inventory Manager ............................. 15-1

15.1 Using the Manager Toolbar ........................................... 15-2

15.2 Using Categories and File Manager .............................. 15-4

15.3 Understanding Default File Names ............................... 15-6

Chapter 16 – Task Data Menu .................................. 16-1

16.1 Using Task Data Files ................................................... 16-2

16.2 Exporting Task Data Files ............................................. 16-6

Appendix A – Glossary

Appendix B – GPS, Satellite and Correction

Information

Appendix C – Alarms List

Appendix D – Trouble Shooting Guide

Appendix E – Technical Information

Index


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Chapter 1 – Introduction

The X30 is a vehicle-mounted electronic console with LCD

display and touchscreen. The X30 allows operators to work with

auto steering, guidance and other control functions from the

console. The X30 is designed to interact with GPS and electronic

control devices, centralizing the ability to communicate, record,

store and display data for agricultural uses.

Before using guidance and auto steering, please read the

safety instructions and learn about the controls by reading

this manual carefully.

The X30 Console is a Touchscreen. To select something on

the screen, touch the area with the tip of a finger.

1.1 Starting the X30 Console

1.2 Resetting the Console

1.3 Using the Console Base Buttons

1.4 Interpreting LED Lights

1.5 Confirming, Cancelling and Naming Actions

Chapter 1 – Introduction 1.1 Starting the X30 Console


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1.1 Starting the X30 Console

Follow the steps to turn on the console.

1. Connect the X30 to a power supply. Ensure equipment (e.g.

GPS and ECU) is connected.

On/Off Button

2. Press and hold the GREEN ON/OFF button for a few seconds.

The console will start up. The following screens will appear.

Note that the RED BUTTON RESETS THE CONSOLE

and the console may lose unsaved data.

3. To change the language on the console, select (touch) .



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4. Use the scroll bar, the up/down arrows, or slide a finger down

the list, to see more languages. Choose (touch) language and

Confirm . The Warning Screen will display in the

chosen language.

5. Read the Warning Screen and select if necessary to read

more.

6. Read the next screen and, if you agree, select Yes.



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Selecting Yes confirms your understanding and accepts

your responsibility for liabilities described in the

Warning Screen.

7. The console may display the following message.

8. Confirm the GPS receiver is connected correctly and is not

obstructed (for example inside a building). Confirm .

If the message appears again, this should be remedied

during setup using Chapter 3 of this guide. There is

additional information on GPS and on troubleshooting in

the appendices. Confirm and continue.

1.1.1 Shutting Down the Console

To shut down the console, press the same GREEN ON/OFF button.

The system will ask if you want to power down. Select Yes to

turn off or No to continue working.

Chapter 1 – Introduction 1.2 Resetting the Console


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1.2 Resetting the Console

Resetting the console is only used if the console freezes or cannot

be turned on in the normal way. Resetting is not recommended

unless there is a problem.

Reset Button

1. Ensure that the X30 Console is connected to a power source.

2. Press and hold RED RESET button for a few seconds.

3. If problems continue, talk to your dealer.

Chapter 1 – Introduction 1.3 Using the Console Base Buttons


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1.3 Using the Console Base Buttons

1.3.1 Help

The Help Screen feature provides short descriptions of the

user interface elements on the screen.

Touch the Help icon on the base of the

console. Question marks appear on the

screen next to the icons.

Select the screen element showing a

question mark to view the description.

1.3.2 USB Eject

The USB Port is on the left hand side of the console. This

can be used to import data to and export data from the X30.

Before removing the USB, always

disconnect first by touching the USB Eject

icon on the base of the console. A message

will display that it is safe to remove the

USB.

1.3.3 Screenshots

Use the Topcon Logo Screenshot Button

to take screenshots. Enable screenshots on

the Features Menu (refer to Section 2.5

Setting up Environment) and insert a USB

to begin.

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1.3.4 Brightness Control

Brightness Control adjusts the brightness

of the display. Use plus or minus to adjust

display.

1.3.5 Day/Night Mode

Day/Night mode changes the brightness of the display.

Settings are Day, Night and Auto. Auto

light mode will set the mode automatically

depending on light conditions.

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1.4 Interpreting LED Lights

LED Light Bar Battery Status LED

Light Sensor Supply Status LED

1.4.1 Status LEDs

These will flash for a few minutes as the system powers up. If

they do not become green and stable, refer to Appendix D for

more information. Note that if the battery is flat this may take

some time to recharge.

The following offers a general guide to the meaning of battery

status LED colors.

Battery fully charged

Battery partly charged

Battery flat

Charging (flashing)

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The following offers a general guide to the meaning of power

supply status LED colors.

Good supply

Low supply

Very low supply or off

1.4.2 LED Light Bar

An LED light bar is displayed at the top of the console. These

lights can be used to monitor the accuracy of auto steering to the

set waylines. Refer to Section 2.4 Setting up Light Bar.

As the console powers up the Light Bar will show red, green and

then blue.

If the Light Bar is set up (refer to Section 2.4) the LED lights will

display to show inaccuracy travelling a wayline and the direction

and amount. The distance from a wayline that each LED

represents and other factors are established during setup.

Blue - the vehicle is exactly on the wayline.

Green - the vehicle is moving from the wayline.

Orange and Red – the vehicle has moved substantially from

the wayline.

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1.5 Confirming, Cancelling and Naming Actions

In this manual you will be asked to confirm your selections. Use

the following to confirm or cancel actions on the console.

Confirm the selection/action to continue.

Cancel the selection/action and return to previous screen.

Default file names are provided when naming options appear. It is

highly recommended that the operator names items in a

thoughtful and structured way to allow easy use in future seasons.


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Chapter 2 – Regional and User Details

Regional and User settings allow the user to set the console for

local times and regional preferences and choose how the screen

interacts with the user.

To access the X30 Main Setup screen from operations

screens at any time, select .

To access the Operations Screen from the Main

Setup screen, select .

When the system is new, the following X30 Main Setup screen

will appear.

2.1 Setting Language

2.2 Setting Time and Date

2.3 Setting Units of Measurement

2.4 Setting up Light Bar

2.5 Setting up Environment

2.6 Setting up Map Options

2.7 Viewing Access Level

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2.1 Setting Language

Follow the steps to change the language for the console.

1. From the Main Setup Menu, select User. User options will

appear. From the User Menu, select Language.

2. Select Language.

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3. Use the scroll bar, or slide a finger down the list, to see more

languages. Choose (touch) language and Confirm .

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2.2 Setting Time and Date

Follow the steps to set regional time and date.

1. From the User Menu, select Time/Date.

2. Select Date Format.

3. Choose the format and Confirm.

4. Select Time Format.

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5. Choose the format and Confirm.

6. Select Set Current Time.

7. Use the number and am/pm setting to enter the time and

Confirm. Note that +/- will change time incrementally.

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2.3 Setting Units of Measurement

Follow the steps to set preferred units of measurement.

1. From the User Menu, select Units.

2. Select Units.

3. Choose the measurement system and Confirm.



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4. Select Latitude/Longitude Format.

Standard displays as decimal format (45.54).

DMS displays in traditional format (45o, 23’ 36”).

5. Choose format and Confirm.

6. Select Pressure Units.



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7. Choose units and Confirm.

8. Select Area Units.




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10. Select Liquid Product Units.


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2.4 Setting up Light Bar

During operations, the LED bar on the top of the console can

show how far the vehicle is moving from the set guideline.

Follow the steps to activate this.

1. From the User Menu, select Lightbar.

2. Select Light Bar.

3. Choose Enabled and Confirm.



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4. To set the ground distance from the wayline that each LED

represents, select LED Spacing.

5. Enter the distance and Confirm.

6. Select LED Mode.

7. To set the light bar’s LED lights to activate on the side the

vehicle is veering away from, choose Drive Away. To set the



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LED lights to activate on the side that the vehicle is veering

towards, choose Drive Towards.

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2.5 Setting up Environment

Follow the steps to set how the console will interact.

1. From the User Menu, select Environment.

2. To set the volume of console sounds, select Audio Volume.

3. Use plus or minus to choose the volume and Confirm.



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4. To hear a sound when selecting from the touchscreen select

Button Clicks.


6. Select Alarm Audio. This will set alarms to sound as well as

display.



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8. If touchscreen is not working correctly, select Recalibrate

Touchscreen.

9. The console may need to restart. Select to start the wizard

and follow the prompts. The system will return to the

Environment Setup Screen.



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10. To set how firmly the screen needs to be touched, select

Touchscreen Sensitivity.

11. The console will need to restart. Select to start the wizard

and follow the prompts. The system will return to the

Environment Setup Screen.

12. To be able to take screen images onto a USB, select Screen

Shot.




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To take a screen shot, first insert a USB (left of the

console). Press the Topcon Logo (centre bottom of the

console). To save the image onto the USB, press the USB

icon (left of Topcon Logo) before removing the USB.

14. To be able to import and export System 15O files, select

System 15O File Transfers. System 150 file transfers allow

the operator to export files in a format that matches Topcon’s

System 110/150 system and import files that were exported

from System 110/150.


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2.6 Setting up Map Options

Follow the steps to set up how the console screen will work with

maps during operations.

1. From the User Menu, select Map.

2. Select Point of Focus. This places either the vehicle or the

implement at the centre of the screen when working with a

map.

3. Choose implement or vehicle and Confirm.



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4. Select Map Panning. This allows the screen to move around

in a map when the user slides a finger across the screen.


Enabling this will place the map panning icon beside

the Toggle Map View and Map Layers on the Main

Guidance Screen during operations. Touching that icon

will re-center a panned map to the current location of the

vehicle.

6. Select Map Focus Auto-Shift. This will set the vehicle in the

centre of the available screen, when other viewing panels are

open.




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8. Select Highlight Loaded Coverage. This will show previously

completed and loaded coverage in a color different from the

newly created coverage.

Previously covered areas will be shaded yellow if

this has been enabled and past job information

has been recorded.

New coverage is shaded green.


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2.7 Viewing Access Level

Setting the access level is a restricted activity and Operator is the

only available option for all operators and owners.

Other levels of access are only used by qualified and fully trained

technical and support staff. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE

THE ACCESS LEVEL.


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Chapter 3 – System Setup

This chapter explains how to set up system elements such as GPS

connections, alarms and system features.

It is important to enable the features that the operator will want to

use, but it is possible to return to the System Menu to enable

additional features or change GPS settings at any time.

3.1 Enabling Features

3.2 Setting up GPS

3.3 Setting up General Alarms

3.4 Setting up Flag Points

Camera setup is provided in the separate X30 Camera

Monitor Operator’s Guide.

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3.1 Enabling Features

Follow the steps to enable X30 features.

1. From the Main Setup Menu, select System and select

Features.

Only features that are registered for the product purchase

can be enabled here. Note that Guidance is always enabled

as it is a standard feature.

2. Decide which features need to be enabled.

Auto Steer works with vehicles fitted with an auto

steering system such as the AES-25.

Auto Section Control permits the system to turn

sections on for new areas to be covered and off for areas

that have already been covered.

Variable Rate Control works with a prescription map

to vary application rates over the mapped areas.

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Task Data allows import/export and use of ISOBUS task data

XML files. The Task Data mode can only be used with

ISOBUS ECUs. Enabling this feature will disable many job

menu items during operations, because the ISOXML task data

file will contain all the job control information and interact

directly with the ECU. Refer to Chapter 15.

Look for the Task Data icon on the Job Menu on the

operation screens. If it is not showing, Task Data is not enabled.

Task Data must be enabled each time the feature is used.

AgJunction allows AgJunction customers to download

prescription maps from the AgJunction servers to the console

and upload as-applied maps from the console to the AgJunction

servers.

Virtual Terminal enables the ISOBUS Virtual Terminal

server that allows interaction with ISOBUS compliant ECUs.

File Server can store files for an ISOBUS ECU if the ECU has

file server capability. It allows implement and other profiles to

be moved between ECUs. Files can be exported and imported

using the USB.

Cameras allow the operator to monitor connected digital

cameras on the console. Refer to the Camera Monitor Operator’s

Guide.

3. To enable a feature, select the feature, choose Enabled and

Confirm .

4. To disable a feature, select the feature, choose Disabled and

Confirm.

5. Repeat for each feature required.

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3.2 Setting up GPS

Follow the steps to set up GPS connection.

1. Select GPS and Select Receiver.

2. Select GPS Receiver.

3. Choose type of receiver and Confirm.



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4. Select Firmware Upgrade if necessary. If you initiate

firmware upgrade, this will upgrade the GPS receiver's

firmware to a version that is compatible with the X30

software. The Firmware Upgrade button shows the version of

the firmware that is currently in the GPS receiver and the

version of the firmware to which it will be upgraded.

5. Select to upgrade. If the firmware is upgraded, the

console will need to restart. This will take several minutes.

6. If using GLONASS (satellite navigation system) select

GLONASS. Enabling GLONASS allows the GPS receiver to

use the Russian satellite navigation system GLONASS in

addition to GPS.




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3.2.1 Choice of Correction Source

1. Select Correction.

2. Select Correction Source. Refer to Appendix B for more

information on correction sources.

3. Choose the correction source to be used and Confirm.

Note that the source selected here will affect the

functioning of guidance and auto steering. It is important to

be aware of the needs of the GPS equipment. Refer to the



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manual for the GPS equipment.

The screens that follow will vary depending on the correction

source chosen. For Automatic, OmniSTAR and RTK choices

more information will be requested.

Go to the subsection for your correction source to complete

setup.

Fallback:

If the system is not receiving enough data to compute the

vehicle’s position with the required accuracy, auto steering

will not be enabled. The fallback feature offered in the

following steps allows the system to bypass the position

accuracy requirement so that auto steering can be engaged.

This is useful in situations where a high degree of position

accuracy is not required.

3.2.1.1 Set up Automatic Correction Source

1. Select RTK Protocol.

2. Choose correct protocol for the source and Confirm.



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3.2.1.2 Set up OmniSTAR VBS Correction Source

1. Select Region.

2. Choose your region and Confirm.

The frequency for a region is set automatically. However if

choosing Custom, it is necessary to enter the frequency.

Refer to correction source documents.

3. Select Frequency if required.

4. Enter the correct frequency and Confirm.



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3.2.1.3 Set up OmniSTAR XP or HP Correction Source

1. Select Region.

2. Choose your region and Confirm.



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3. If a ‘fallback’ option for HP correction is desired, select

Fallback. Choose Enabled and Confirm.

3.2.1.4 Set up RTK Correction Sources (including External and

GPRS)

1. Select RTK Protocol.



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2. Choose protocol for the correction source and Confirm.

3. If an external modem is being used, Baud Rate will be

requested. Select Baud Rate.

4. Choose correct baud rate and Confirm.



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5. If a ‘fallback’ option for correction is desired, select Fallback.

Choose Enabled and Confirm.

6. For GPRS only, a wizard will complete the setup process.

7. Follow the prompts on the screen.



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3.2.2 Serial Port

Follow the steps to set up the serial port.

1. To select the COM port for connection with the receiver,

select Serial Port.

2. Select COM.

3. Choose the port number that connects with the GPS receiver

and Confirm.



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4. To change the baud rate, select Baud Rate. Baud rate refers to

the speed of data transfer and depends on the equipment

being used. The Topcon default setting is a standard setting.

5. Choose correct Baud Rate for the equipment and Confirm.

3.2.3 GPS Antenna

When the GPS receiver is AGI-3, it can be configured to use

either the internal antenna (built into the receiver) or an external

antenna connected to the receiver. Internal antenna is set as

default.



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1. To set up an external antenna working with the AGI, select

Antenna.

2. Select Antenna Type.

3. Select Internal or External and Confirm.

4. Select Forward Offset to AGI.



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5. Enter the distance forward from center of the AGI-3 to the

center of antenna (use a negative number if the antenna is

behind) and Confirm.

6. Select Right Offset to AGI.

7. Enter the distance to the right from center of AGI to center of

antenna (use negative number if antenna is to the left of the

AGI) and Confirm.

8. Select Height.

9. Enter the height of the antenna above the ground and

Confirm.



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3.2.4 GPS Output

The GPS output refers to the console’s ability to export various

data strings in NMEA 0183 format.

The most common of these is the GGA (Position) message and

the VTG (Velocity and Heading) message.

1. Select Output.

When an action is enabled it is marked with a .

When an action is disabled it is marked with a .

2. Select GPS Output.



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3. Choose Enabled or Disabled.

4. Select Baud Rate. Baud rate refers to the amount of data

transferred per second and depends on the equipment being

used. The Topcon default setting is a standard setting.

5. Choose correct baud rate and Confirm.



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6. Select Maximum Rate.

7. Choose maximum GPS rate for the given receiver and

Confirm.

8. Select the state next to each sentence code to enable that

code.

Devices using GPS and plugged into the console may need

information from the console. The information is contained

in sentences based on NMEA. NMEA data sentences

contain codes for particular types of data. The devices

recognize the relevant codes and respond to those

sentences. Refer to the device’s manual for the codes

needed for that device.



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3.2.5 Radar

The X30 Console can provide radar output to external devices.

1. To configure radar output, select Radar.

2. Select Radar Output.




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4. Select Calibration Factor. Refer to your radar equipment for

correct factor.

5. Enter the factor and Confirm.

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3.3 Setting up General Alarms

If no implements have been set up in the system, this will set up

general alarms only.

Follow the steps to set up general alarms. The alarm can be

enabled or disabled for all alarms or individual alarms.

1. Select Alarms and Select General.

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3. Select Alarm State and choose Enabled (or Disabled) and

Confirm. Alarms that need more information are shown

below.

4. Select End of Row and select First Distance. This alarm will

sound and display when the vehicle is approaching the

boundary and should slow down and prepare for manual

control.

Distance is measured from the tractor to the boundary

along the wayline.

End of Row alarms only sound if auto steering is enabled.

If not, use Look Ahead Distance to set a distance in front

of the vehicle icon on the console screen.



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5. Enter the first warning distance and Confirm.

6. Select Second Distance. This alarm will sound and display to

warn the operator to take control of the vehicle immediately.

7. Enter the second warning distance and Confirm.

8. Select Look Ahead Distance. This provides a display line in

front of the vehicle icon on the screen when auto steering is

not in use.

9. Enter the distance for the system to ‘look ahead’ and

Confirm.

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3.4 Setting up Flag Points

This allows the operator to set flag points on the guidance map to

show obstacles or other land features for a field on the

Operations Screen. Follow the steps to change the preset

symbols and names if needed.

1. Select Flag Points.

2. Select the Flag.

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3. Choose a Flag Point icon and Select Flag Point Name.

4. Enter the new name and Confirm.

5. Repeat for other Flag Point presets as needed.

6. Confirm Flag Points.


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Chapter 4 – Vehicle Setup

This chapter explains how to set up and access profile information

about the vehicle on which the X30 console is mounted. If the

console is to be used on more than one vehicle then more than

one vehicle profile will need to be set.

4.1 Setting up a New Vehicle

4.2 Setting up Vehicle Geometry

4.3 Setting up the Steering Controller

4.4 Selecting an Existing Vehicle

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4.1 Setting up a New Vehicle

1. Select Vehicle and Select New. A list of pre-defined factory

vehicle templates will appear.

Templates contain standard measurements and steering

parameters information where this is available.

Measurements can be adjusted to correct for the particular

vehicle, tire size and so on when geometry is confirmed in

Section 5.2.

Steering parameters control how the vehicle will respond to

guidance and these can be fine tuned later in the process in

Chapter 11. If steering continues to be unsatisfactory once

setup is complete and after tuning the auto steering, contact

your dealer.

2. Choose the make of vehicle. Use the scroll bar to find more

options. If the make of the vehicle does not appear, choose

the one that is most like the vehicle being used. If none of the

choices are like the vehicle, choose Other to see more options

or to customize a vehicle and go to Section 4.1.1

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3. Confirm. Models for the make of vehicle will appear.

4. Use the scroll bar to see more options. Choose the model and

Confirm.

5. To change the name select Vehicle Name, enter a name for

the vehicle and Confirm.

5a. Confirm the New Vehicle name.

6. Confirm the New Vehicle. The vehicle geometry screen will

display. Go to Section 4.2 Setting up Vehicle Geometry.



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4.1.1 Customizing a Vehicle

When Other is chosen, the system offers more generic vehicle

templates, which hold basic vehicle information and steering

parameters.

Steering parameters control how the vehicle will respond to

guidance and these can be fine tuned later in the process in

Chapter 11. If steering continues to be unsatisfactory once

setup is complete and after tuning the auto steering, contact

your dealer.

1. Select Other and Confirm.



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2. Choose from the list and Confirm. A range of generic vehicle

templates will display.

3. Use the arrows to select the template shape most like your

vehicle. Confirm.



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4. To change the default name, select Vehicle Name. Enter a

name for the vehicle and Confirm.

5. Confirm the new vehicle. The vehicle geometry screen will

display.

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4.2 Setting up Vehicle Geometry

Follow the steps to set up the geometry of the vehicle. Measure

the vehicle dimensions as accurately as possible. The

recommended tolerance is +/- 5 cm. Measurements need to be

accurate so that guidance can work accurately.

1. Select a vehicle dimension. The name of the dimension will

appear in the title bar. Add or adjust dimensions where

needed.

Dimensions requested will vary according to the type of

vehicle selected.

The following lists key measurements commonly used in the

system.

Wheelbase is the distance from the centre of the front

axle to the centre of the rear axle.

Implement Tow Point is the distance from the centre of

the rear axle to the tow point.

GPS Steer is the offset left or right from the middle of

the axles to the GPS Receiver. This is positive number if

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the receiver is to the right of the middle of the axle and

negative if the receiver is to the left.

GPS Antenna is the horizontal distance of the receiver

from the centre of the rear axle. The number is positive

when the receiver is in front of the rear axle and negative

if it is behind the rear axle.

Axle Height is the height of the axle above ground.

GPS Height is the height of the top of the GPS Receiver

above the ground.

Front Hitch is the distance from the centre of the front

axle to the front hitch position.

Track Spacing measures from the left hand side of the

left rear wheel to the left hand side of the right rear

wheel.

Articulation Point measures from the tow point to the

rear axle.

2. Enter the vehicle dimension and Confirm.

3. Repeat for all vehicle dimensions.

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4.3 Setting up the Steering Controller

Follow the steps to set up for the steering controller on the

vehicle.

1. Select Steering.

2. Select Controller. It is important to select the specific steering

controller if this is known so that auto steering settings match

the vehicle profile.

Note that the system does not automatically detect AES-25

and so this option needs to be selected if AES-25 is being

used.

Note that if the steering controller is changed later, it may

be necessary to return to the vehicle dimensions to confirm

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3. Choose the steering controller connected to the vehicle and

Confirm.

4. Select CAN BUS (Controller Area Network).

5. Choose the CAN BUS being used and Confirm. If unsure

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6. Select Steering Engage. This allows the operator to engage

auto steering from the console.

7. Choose how to engage steering. Choose Virtual if you want

only to use the on-screen Engage button. Choose Virtual and

External Console Input if you have an external Engage button

connected directly to the console. If you have an external

Engage button connected to the CAN bus, you can select

either of these two options.

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4.4 Selecting an Existing Vehicle

Once vehicle profiles are set in the X30 console, these can be

accessed easily.

1. Select Vehicle and select Select. Vehicles that have already

been set up are listed.

2. Choose the vehicle and Confirm.

To import a vehicle profile from a USB, select .

If the vehicle in use is not on the list, select to

access the New Vehicle screen.


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Chapter 5 – Implement Set Up

This chapter explains how to set up and access profile information

about the implement being used. If the console is to be used with

more than one implement then more than one implement profile

will need to be set up.

Please refer to the X30 Controller manual for detail on

implement setup for the type of implement being used. The

following sets up the implement for auto guidance and

steering only.

5.1 Setting up a New Implement

5.2 Setting up Implement Geometry

5.3 Setting up Section Control

5.4 Setting Timing

5.5 Setting up Switch Box

5.6 Selecting an Existing Implement

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5.1 Setting up a New Implement

1. Select Implement and Select New.

2. Use the arrows to choose the type. Type can be Rigid,

Pivoted (Tow behind), Front, or Double Pivoted (Tow

between). Confirm.



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3. To change the default name, select Implement Name.

4. Enter the preferred name and Confirm. Confirm Implement

Name.

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Options in Section Control may vary with the implement

chosen. The system may need to restart after implement

setup.

6. Choose None and Confirm. Select Next .

7. When the screen shows that the setup is complete, Confirm

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5.1.1 Multichannel Section Control with ISOBUS (Boom

Selection)

The X30 can map to more than one channel (Multichannel

Section Control). If the implement has more than one boom, an

ISOBUS ECU may detect this.

1st boom

2nd boom

3rd boom

Only one boom can be controlled at a time, but side by side

booms can operate as one boom (one channel) if they are less than

one meter apart.

When ISOBUS detects more than one possible control channel

(other than a single row of side by side booms), the following

screen will display.

1. Select the boom (or single row of side by side booms) to be

controlled and Confirm.

5.1.2 Changing ECU Settings (ISOBUS)

It is possible to change the implement controls from the ECU

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1. From the Main Setup Menu, select ECU.

2. To change the type of control, select Implement Control.

3. Choose control type and Confirm.

4. To change the type of function, select Implement Function.

5. Select Refresh ECU Settings to synchronize information

between the ISOBUS ECU and the console.

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5.2 Setting up Implement Geometry

Follow the steps to set up the geometry of the implement.

1. Select Implement and select Geometry.

2. Select a dimension. The name of the dimension will appear in

the title bar.

A. Swath Width measures the working width of the

implement (that is, the width of the area that is treated

during one pass of the implement).

B. Overlap measures the width of the overlap between

two adjacent rows.

C. Implement Offset measures the distance between the

hitch point and the application end of the implement.

D. Inline Offset measures the off-centre offset of the

implement relative to the hitch point. Enter a positive

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number if the implement is shifted to the right and a

negative number if it is shifted to the left.

3. Enter the implement dimension and Confirm.

4. Repeat for all implement dimensions.

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5.3 Setting up Section Control

The X30 can configure up to 10 sections, each up to 20m wide.

An ISOBUS ECU can identify up to 32 sections automatically.

Make any necessary changes on the ISOBUS ECU.

Follow the steps to set up section control.

1. Select Section Control and select Sections.

2. Select Sections and use plus or minus to set the number of

sections (up to 10). Confirm.

3a. To set section width for all sections, select Width next to All

Sections.

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3b. Enter the section width for all sections and Confirm.

4a. To set individual widths for sections, select the width next to

a section, enter the width and Confirm.

4b. Repeat for each section.

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5.4 Setting Timing

These settings set the response times for the sections when

switched on or off. Follow the steps to set the response times.

1. Select Section Control and select Timing.

2. Select On Time.

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3. Enter how many seconds delay between switching a section

on and the section responding. Confirm.

4. Repeat for Off Time and Confirm.

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5.5 Setting up Switch Box

Both the Switch Box and the Master Switch can be either Virtual

(on the X30 screen) or External (a physical Switch Box / Master

Switch connected to the ASC-10 ECU or X30 Console).

If an external switch is connected, this is usually done by

the dealer during installation. The cable labeled ‘Remote

Mapping’ connects to the X30 harness and provides power

to activate/deactivate coverage map and Master Switch

input.

Follow these steps to set up the Switch Box.

1. Select Section Control and select Switch Box.

2. Select Type.



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3. Choose None or Virtual and Confirm.

4. Select Master Switch.

5. Choose Virtual or External Console Input and Confirm.

Note that an External Console Input will only work if this

has been installed and connected to the console. Discuss

with your dealer.

6. If virtual is chosen, refer to the manual for the implement

controller for information on setting up the switches for the

implement.



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Escape to Operations Screen

7. If set up is now complete, select Escape to access the

Operations Screen and go to Chapter 6.

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5.6 Selecting an Existing Implement

Once implement profiles are set in the X30 Console, these can be

accessed easily. When changing implements, the system may

need to restart.

1. Select Implement and select Select. Implements that have

been set up are listed.

2. Choose the implement in use and Confirm.

3. To import an implement profile from a USB, select .

4. If the implement in use is not on the list, select to access

the New Implement screen.

5. The system will restart if needed.


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Chapter 6 – Operations Basics

To access the Operations Screen from the Main Setup Menu,

select . View this screen to work on a job.

The Operations Screen provides a range of menus, toolbars,

dashboards, panels and viewing options.

6.1 Understanding Screen Elements

6.2 Opening Feature Mini-views

6.3 Viewing Software and System Details

6.4Using Map Controls

6.5 Storing Information about Jobs

6.6 Recognizing Color and Working Status

Chapter 6 – Operations Basics 6.1 Understanding Screen Elements


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6.1 Understanding Screen Elements

Navigation Bar Map Controls Guidance Toolbar

Main Setup Dashboard Auto Steer Engage

Inventory Manager Master Switch

This indicates the position and direction of the

vehicle and its implement.

Clockwise from top left:

The Navigation Bar displays buttons for enabled features.

Map Controls allow the user to control what is displayed on

the guidance map and how it displays.

Guidance Tool Bar provides tools used to control guidance.

Master Switch turns application on and off if ‘virtual master

switch’ has been enabled during implement setup.

Auto Steering Engage turns auto steering on and off.

Chapter 6 – Operations Basics 6.1 Understanding Screen Elements


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The Dashboard provides selected information from the

system for monitoring.

Select to go to Main Setup Menu.

Select to manage the inventory of vehicles, implements,

fields, jobs, guidance lines and so on.

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6.2 Opening Feature Mini-views

Navigation Bar

1. Select any feature on the Navigation Bar and a mini-view

will open. Some mini-views have a maximize arrow and will

expand to display more information.

To view more information

select the top right maximize

arrow or touch the mini-view

and slide towards the main

screen.

To close the mini-view, select

the top left arrow or touch the

mini-view and slide towards

the navigation Bar.

To slide the mini-view up or

down, select and slide.

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There is no minimize arrow

on the larger panel. Expand

another mini-view to replace

the information on the main

screen.

Chapter 6 – Operations Basics 6.3 Viewing System Information


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6.3 Viewing System Information

Follow the steps to view software and system information

summaries.

1. Select the Topcon logo to display a mini-view of the

software details.

2. Maximize the view to see the full System Information

Panel.

3. Use arrows to expand or hide. A scroll bar displays when

needed.

Chapter 6 – Operations Basics 6.4 Using Map Controls


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6.4 Using Map Controls

Map Controls

1. Select to choose which coverage will appear on the

screen.



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Coverage shows in Green.

Applied Rate shows in

shades of Blue.

Legend displays for applied

rates.

GPS Quality shows in

Orange.



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Legend displays for GPS

Quality.

2. Select to choose which information layers will appear

on the map.

Choose layers for the map. More

detail is provided in later

sections.

Show Grid Lines

See Section 8.4

See Section 8.1

See Section 8.4

See Chapter 10

See Section 9.5

3. Select to toggle views of the map (North Up, Heads Up

or Perspective).



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In North Up View the top of the

screen represents North.

In Heads Up View the top of the

screen represents the vehicle’s

current direction.

Perspective View places the map

into virtual perspective with a

virtual horizon.

4. Select to zoom in or out if needed.

Chapter 6 – Operations Basics 6.5 Storing Information about Jobs


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6.5 Storing Information about Jobs

The X30 Console allows operators to record and store features

and working files for many fields and for each job on each field.

Client 1

Farm 1 Farm 2

Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4

Job

1a

Job

1b

Job

2a

Job

2b

Job

3a

Job

3b

Job

4a

Job

4b

The following chapters show how to set and record information

about the client, the farm, the field and the jobs being done in that

field. Information is stored in the following way.

Under each field additional information such as obstacles and

boundaries can be stored.

Under each job, information about the job can be stored. It is

important to create clear names for farms, fields and jobs so that

the information can be accessed easily next season.

The operator can then select the field easily in the future and

access the same boundaries, flag points and guide lines without

having to reset them.

Chapter 6 – Operations Basics 6.6 Recognizing Color and Working Status


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6.6 Recognizing Color and Working Status

The X30 Operations Screen uses colors to indicate the status of

functions. The exact meanings will vary slightly with the

implements, choices and features established during setup.

In general terms:

Red indicates that the function cannot be used. Check that all

necessary items have been enabled and set up correctly.

White indicates that the function is ready to use.

Yellow and/or green indicate that the function is currently

working.


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Chapter 7 – Steering Calibrations

The X30 uses the satellite data it receives, through the receiver

attached to the top of the vehicle, to identify the precise

coordinates of the vehicle. Using this and other data, the system is

able to estimate the vehicle’s position and control the vehicle’s

steering system.

For this to work properly the system needs to be calibrated for the

particular vehicle. If the system has not been calibrated for this

vehicle, follow the steps in this chapter.

Warning: Drive the vehicle to a suitable area with

level ground, away from people and obstacles with

room to drive in complete circles. To ensure accurate

calibration the vehicle should have open sky visibility

and be well away from trees, high voltage power wires

and buildings.

It is recommended to remove the implement if it is a

trailed, pivoted type implement to avoid implement

draw bar interference.

Note that during calibrations, the system will ask you to power

down and restart the steering equipment.

Note that calibration screens may vary depending on the vehicle

selected. Some Steering Controllers may offer Hydraulics

calibration.

7.1 Calibrating the Compass

7.2 Calibrating the Wheel Angle Sensor

7.3 Calibrating the Mounting Bias

7.4 Dealing with Calibration Errors

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7.1 Calibrating the Compass

Follow the steps to start the calibration wizard. Drive to a place

that will not interfere with the calibration before beginning. This

should be away from high voltage and large metal objects, with

space to drive in complete circles.

Calibration screens may vary depending on the vehicle

selected. ALWAYS READ THE SCREEN PROMPTS

CAREFULLY.

Steering Options Menu

1. Select Steering Options Menu and select Auto Steer

Calibration.



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2. Select Compass.

3. Read the screen and find an appropriate flat place away from

high voltage and large metal objects. Then select Next .



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4. Read the screen and drive in a circle 1 ½ times. Then select

Next.

5. Read the screen and drive 100m and stop. Select Next.

6. The system will begin to save calibration data. Wait until the

screen states that the calibration is completed successfully

and then Confirm.

Chapter 7 – Steering Calibrations 7.2 Calibrating the Wheel Angle Sensor


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7.2 Calibrating the Wheel Angle Sensor

Warning: Ensure there is sufficient space for the

tractor to complete the full maneuver before

selecting Next. The calibration will take up to 60

seconds in each of these locked modes.

Warning: Some models of vehicles may

automatically move the wheels to the required

position.

1. Select Wheel Angle Sensor and follow the prompts.

Screens and number of screens may vary depending on the

vehicle. If an error displays, read the message and take the

recommended action before proceeding.



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2. Select Next to continue. Once calibrated the X30 will emit a

‘beep’ tone. The next step will display.


‘beep’ tone. The calibration can take up to 60sec in this

position and mode. The next step will display.

Warning: Ensure there is sufficient space for the

tractor to drive forward in the centre position

before proceeding.



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‘beep’ tone. The next step will display.

5. Wheel Angle Sensor has been successfully calibrated.

Confirm to return to calibration menu.

Some Steering Controllers may cause the X30 to offer

Hydraulics calibration. If this is displayed, select

Hydraulics and follow the screen prompts.

Chapter 7 – Steering Calibrations 7.3 Calibrating the Mounting Bias


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7.3 Calibrating the Mounting Bias

This is done in a clear area well away from obstacles. If the

mounting of the receiver is not quite level, this calibration will

adjust for the actual position.

Warning: Ensure the vehicle has sufficient space

to travel in a straight line for at least 70m/230 ft

and then turn at each end of the wayline.

1. Select Mounting Bias and follow the prompts to complete

calibrations.

To calibrate for mounting bias, ‘A’ and ‘B’ wayline points

are plotted over 70m/230ft, driving the vehicle at 2 km/h or

1.2 mi/h along the wayline. The operator turns the vehicle

around at the end of the pass and repeats the procedure. It

is important that the vehicle meets the ‘A’ and ‘B’

waypoints within approximately 30cm to initiate the next

step in the calibration procedure.



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2. Reposition the vehicle in an open area. When ready to start

the procedure select to mark the ‘A’ waypoint.

3. Drive forward in a straight line. The ‘B’ waypoint will be

created automatically when the Distance to A indicates

70m/230ft.

4. Turn the vehicle around and acquire the wayline just plotted

(Track 0). Select Auto Steering Engage on the Operations



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Screen to steer on the wayline. The color will turn green, an

audible tone will sound and an ‘engage message’ will flash

on screen to indicate the auto-steering has engaged.

If steering does not engage and Auto Steering Engage

is red, the steering status box will appear.

Green indicates readiness. Red indicates that it is

necessary to address a problem before continuing.

Any system errors are displayed at the bottom of the

steering status box.

Refer to Appendix D for information on

troubleshooting Steering Status.

5. Drive the vehicle over the ‘B’ point that has been created.



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6. Set the vehicle speed to 2km/h or 1.2 mi/h. Steer along the

way line back to the ‘A’ point. When the Distance to A

indicates 50m the blue line on the Calibration Progress Bar

will start to move and the percentage will rise.

7. When the Calibration Progress Bar reaches 50% the

calibration bar will stop and the percentage will remain at

50%. This indicates that the system has enough data for the

first stage of the calibration and the mounting bias calibration

will be paused at this point. Proceed to cross the ‘A’

waypoint.



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8. When the ‘A’ waypoint has been crossed, turn the vehicle

around.

9. Steer to meet Track 0 again and engage the auto-steering

again. Cross over the ‘A’ waypoint again travelling towards

the ‘B’ waypoint.

10. Cross over the ‘A’ waypoint previously created during the

calibration procedure.



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11. Set the vehicle speed to 2km/h or 1.2 mi/h. Steer along the

way line back to the ‘B’ waypoint. When the Distance to A

indicates 20m the blue line on the calibration progress bar

will start to move from 50% and the percentage will rise.

12. When the Calibration Progress Bar reaches 100% this

indicates that the system has enough data for the second stage

of the calibration and the mounting bias calibration will be

paused at this point. Proceed to cross the ‘B’ waypoint.



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13. When the ‘B’ waypoint has been crossed the calibration

procedure will start saving the calibration data. Stop the

vehicle. Saving Mounting Bias calibration data takes

approximately 5 seconds.

14. Mounting Bias has been successfully calibrated. Confirm

to return to calibration menu.



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15. Confirm all calibrations.

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7.4 Dealing with Calibration Errors

The Steering subsystem is not turned

on or is not in a ready state for use.

Confirm that the steering sub system

is powered on and ready for use.

Repeat compass calibration and

ensure the vehicle completes 1 and ½

turns. Ensure the vehicle is stopped

when completing the procedure.

Move the receiver away from

magnetic sources.

Repeat procedure and ensure the

steering axle moves through the

complete range.

Confirm wheel angle sensor position

information moves when steering

axle is turned.

Confirm wheel angle sensor

harnesses and connections. Confirm

wheel sensor condition.

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Wheel angle sensor value is 0, Check

wheel angle sensor harnesses and

sensor condition.

Vehicle profile error. ACU-1 is not

configured for wheel angle sensor

use.


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Chapter 8 – Field Menu

This chapter details how to set client, farm, field, boundaries, flag

points and exclusion zones. This is the first thing done to begin a

job.

The X30 will store the field information so that, once set up, the

field details can be recalled for other jobs in the same field.

8.1 Selecting or Setting a Field

8.2 Setting a New Boundary

8.3 Setting Flag Points

8.4 Setting Exclusion Zones

Chapter 8 – Field Menu 8.1 Selecting or Setting a Field


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8.1 Selecting or Setting a Field

Drive to the field and follow the steps to set up a field and

identify its features. Once fields and boundaries have been set,

these will be saved and can be accessed for later jobs.

Note that the vehicle must be in or near the field for

boundaries and related information to appear on the screen.

1. From the Guidance Toolbar, select Field Menu and

select Select Field .



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2. Select Client Name.

3a. Choose an existing client (if some have already been set up)

OR

3b. Choose New.

3c. Enter a name and Confirm.

4. Select Farm Name.

5a. Select an existing farm name (if some have already been set

up).



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OR

5b. Choose New, enter a name and Confirm.

6. Select Field Name, enter a name and Confirm.

7. To import field information from USB, select USB .

8. To select the nearest field, select Nearest Field .

9. Confirm Field selections.



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To change any of these settings after they have been

confirmed, refer to Chapter 15.

Chapter 8 – Field Menu 8.2 Setting a New Boundary


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8.2 Setting a New Boundary

Drive the vehicle to the edge of the field and follow the steps to

establish a boundary for the field.

1. Select Field Menu and select Boundary Offset . This is

the distance from the centre of the vehicle to the actual

boundary to be worked. This accounts for fences and other

obstacles that do not allow the vehicle to drive exactly on the

boundary.



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2. Select Boundary Offset.

3. Enter the offset distance from the boundary necessary to

avoid contact with fences, tree lines etc. Use negative offset

if the boundary is to the vehicle/implement’s left and positive

offset if the boundary is to the vehicle/implement’s right. A

setting of zero indicates that the vehicle has driven exactly on

the boundary.

An implement needs to have been established during setup,

but the actual implement does not need to be physically

attached to the vehicle.



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4. Select Record Field Boundary .

5. Drive the vehicle around the boundary of the field. A blue

line will display the boundary being recorded, taking into

account any offset.

6. Select Pause to pause recording. This is useful if an

obstacle prevents driving on the boundary. The icon will

change to show the record option. Select Record to

resume. The boundary will record a straight line between the

point recording paused and the point recording resumed.

7. As the vehicle approaches the start point, select to

automatically complete the boundary.

8.2.1 Removing a Boundary

Should a boundary need to be changed it can be erased and a new

boundary can be set.

1. Drive to the field.



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2. Select Field Menu and select Select Field to choose the

client, farm and field names and the boundary will appear on

the screen.

3. To remove the boundary, select Clear Boundary . A

message will ask for confirmation.

4. Confirm.

Erasing a boundary is a permanent action. A new boundary

will need to be recorded.

Chapter 8 – Field Menu 8.3 Setting Flag Points


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8.3 Setting Flag Points

Flag points are used on the guidance map to indicate obstacles

and noted items in the field.

Flag points can be used with an exclusion zone around the

obstacle such as a large hole or electrical tower. If this is

needed, read this section and read Setting Exclusion Zones

(refer to Section 8.4).

Follow the steps to set up a Flag Point.

1. Drive to the item to be flagged.

2. Select Set Flag Point .



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3. To flag the obstacle, choose a flag symbol to be placed at that

spot on the map.

To change Flag Point presets, refer to Section 3.4.

4. To customize flag points, choose Custom to define a

particular flag point.



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4a. Select the symbol to change. To change the name, select Flag

Point Name and enter the new name. Confirm the name.

Confirm the change.

5. If an exclusion zone is needed around the obstacle, go to 8.4

Setting Exclusion Zones.

6. If an exclusion zone is not needed, drive to the next item in

the field to be flagged and repeat.



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8.3.1 Removing or Changing a Flag Point

Follow the steps to remove or change a flag point.

1. Select the flag point marker on the screen.

2a. Select Change to choose a different flag point.

2b. Select Rename to change the name showing on the flag point.

2c. Select Delete to remove the selected flag point or Clear All to

clear all flag points from the field.

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8.4 Setting Exclusion Zones

Once a boundary is completed the Record Field Boundary icon

turns yellow and can be used to record internal boundaries as

exclusion zones if these are needed (for example around a dam).

Drive to the area and follow the steps to set an exclusion zone.

1. Select Field Menu and select Exclusion Zone Offset if

needed, to allow for any offset from the centre of the

vehicle’s implement or to avoid contact with fences, tree

lines and so on. Use negative offset if the exclusion zone

boundary is to the vehicle’s left and positive offset if the

boundary is to the vehicle’s right.

An implement needs to have been established during setup,

but the actual implement does not need to be physically

attached to the vehicle.

2. Enter the offset and Confirm.



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3. To set the exclusion zone within the boundary area, select

Field Menu and select Record Exclusion Zone, which

now shows yellow.

4. Drive the vehicle around the exclusion zone. A yellow line

will display the zone, drawn from the offset point that has

been set.

5. Select Pause , to pause recording. This is useful if an

obstacle prevents driving on the boundary. The icon will

change to show the record option. Select Record to resume

and the missing section between these points will be

completed as a straight line.

6. As the vehicle approaches the start point, select to

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The exclusion zone displays as a

shaded area.

8.4.1 Clearing an Exclusion Zone

If exclusion zones are no longer needed, these can be removed.

Follow the steps to remove exclusion zones.

1. Select Field Menu and select Remove Exclusion Map.

2. To restore the removed exclusion zones, select Select

Exclusion Map.



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3. Choose the file and Confirm. The exclusion map will

reappear.

Note that this action may also be used to import exclusion

maps and shape files created externally.

Insert a USB containing the files and select .


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Chapter 9 – Job Menu

The Job Menu selects or sets up specific job information

associated with the chosen field.

Using this menu, the job information is stored and activity can be

recorded and reported.

9.1 Creating a New Job

9.2 Setting up a Working Headland

9.3 Selecting an Existing Job

9.4 Recording a Job

9.5 Using Variable Rate Control

Chapter 9 – Job Menu 9.1 Creating a New Job


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9.1 Creating a New Job

Follow the steps to create a new job.

1. To set up a new job, select Job Menu and select Create New

Job .

2. Select Job Name.

3. Enter name and Confirm.

4. Confirm the new job.

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9.2 Setting up a Working Headland

Implements often work around the boundary differently from the

rest of the field. A headland creates a zone inside the line of the

boundary that will be worked differently. The width will depend

on the operator’s method of working the field.

A headland can only be created once a boundary has been

recorded.

Follow the steps to set up the working headland for this job inside

the field boundary.

1. Select Job Menu and select Headland .



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2. Select Headland Width.

3. Choose the width of the headland from the inside of the

boundary and Confirm. A swath is the working width of the

implement.



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4. To increase the width of the headland, if needed, select

Headland Offset.

5. Enter the offset measurement and Confirm.

6. Select Look Ahead. This will set how many meters in front of

the vehicle that the system will look to respond with actions.



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7. Enter the distance in front of the vehicle for actions and

Confirm.

8. Select Configure Actions.

9. To set an alarm when approaching the headland, select Alarm

and choose Enabled.



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When an action is enabled it is marked with a .

When an action is disabled it is marked with a . It is

recommended to check if these actions are enabled or

disabled before starting work on the job.

10. To enter the words for a visual message (for example

‘Approaching headland’), select Message. Enter the text and

Confirm.

11. To set an audible alarm, select Audio Type.

12. Choose a type and Confirm.

13. Select Auto Zoom. If this is enabled, the map view will zoom

in or out to the defined zoom level as the vehicle approaches



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the headland and return to the original defined zoom level as

the vehicle leaves the headland.

14. To allow the map view to zoom in when approaching the

headland, select Action State, choose Enabled and Confirm.

15. Select preferred zoom level.

16. Confirm the alarm and zoom actions. The screen can now

display a headland in orange inside the boundary line.

Approaching the headland will trigger the alarm and zoom

that has been set.

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9.3 Selecting an Existing Job

Job information can be recorded, stored and transferred for later

access.

Drive to the field and follow the steps to choose an existing job.

To create a new job, refer to Section 9.1.

1. To choose from a list of existing jobs, select Job Menu

and select Select Job .

Chapter 9 – Job Menu 9.3 Selecting an Existing Job


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2. Browse and select the client, the farm, the field and the job

and Confirm.

Chapter 9 – Job Menu 9.4 Recording a Job


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9.4 Recording a Job

The X30 can record details of the job and store and export these.

1. Select Job Menu and select Record Job Details. Weather and

site conditions are optional. Adding some crop and product

information is recommended.

2. Select a category, enter the information and confirm.

3. Use the scroll bar or use the hide arrow to see crop and

product options.



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4. Select Crop Name.

5. Enter the name and Confirm.

6. Select categories as needed, enter the information and

confirm.

7. Use the scroll bar or use the hide arrow to see product

options.



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8. Select Product Name from the list or Select Add New

product.

9. Select Rate next to the product and enter the rate.

10. Select Unit next to the product and choose the unit of

measurement.

9.4.1 Clearing a Job

This action will remove any coverage information on the screen

and delete job data that has been recorded on the current job. It

does not affect field information or guidelines set for the field.



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1. Select Clear Job Data. The following message will appear.

2. Select Yes to clear the data or No to keep the data.

To delete farms or fields or previously created job data,

refer to Chapter 15.

Chapter 9 – Job Menu 9.5 Using Variable Rate Control


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9.5 Using Variable Rate Control

VRC options are only available with the X30 Controller

packages.

For more information on using VRC refer to the manual for

the Controller being used.

9.5.1 If using VRC Maps

1. If Variable Rate Control (VRC) has been set up with a

Controller and has been enabled, select Configure VRC

on the Job Menu to start the VRC wizard.

2. Read the screen carefully and follow the prompts.

3. Select to enable or disable the VRC Map display on the

Guidance Screen.

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9.5.2 If Working with AgJunction

If AgJunction has been enabled in the system features the Create

AgJunction Report option will display on the Job Toolbar.

1. To upload completed VRC job reports to the AgJunction

website, select on the Job Menu and follow the prompts.

For more information on using AgJunction, refer to Section

14.3.


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Chapter 10 – Guideline Menu

Guidelines are used to indicate the path that the vehicle should

travel for optimum coverage. Set one line (an AB Line) and the

system will use the set implement width to set evenly spaced lines

across the field.

Guideline types supported are:

Parallel AB Line guidelines

Adaptive Curve guidelines

Identical Curve guidelines

Centre Pivot guidelines

To clear a guideline once is has been created, refer to

Chapter 15.

10.1 Using Straight Lines Guidelines

10.2 Using Identical Curve Guidelines

10.3 Using Adaptive Curve Guidelines

10.4 Using Centre Pivot Guidelines

10.5 Selecting an Existing Guideline

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10.1 Using Straight Lines Guidelines

This option creates parallel lines for auto steering, using the width

of the implement to set the distance between guidelines.

Where working is generally done in straight lines, it is

recommended to set the AB Line near the Headland line. This

allows the lines to evenly space across the working area.

Change Guidance Mode and Create Line

1. Position the vehicle.

2. Select Guidelines Menu and select Change Guidance Mode

if necessary to choose parallel lines.

3. To set the AB line select Create New AB line .



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4. To change the default name, select Guideline Name.

5. Enter a name and Confirm. Confirm the new guideline.

6. Drive to the start of the swath. Select Set ‘A’ Point .



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7. To set a ‘B’ point, drive along the required swath and select

.

8. A ‘B’ point will appear and parallel guidelines for steering

will display on the screen.

In most cases the screen will display the line being

travelled and the two adjacent lines.

To view all guidelines across the field, select from

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10.1.1 Setting AB Lines Manually

It is also possible to set AB lines using coordinates.

Manual AB Line

1. Select Manual AB Line.

2. Set the ‘A’ point using one of the following methods:

a) Drive to the desired location and select .

b) Enter the coordinates (Latitude/Longitude) of the ‘A’

point.

3. Set the B point using one of the following methods:

a) Drive to the desired location and select .

b) Enter the coordinates (Latitude/Longitude) of the B point.

c) Enter the Heading of the AB Line. The software will

automatically place a ‘B’ point to create an AB line of the

desired heading, relative to the ‘A’ point.

To erase a guideline, select .

Chapter 10 – Guideline Menu 10.2 Using Identical Curve Guidelines


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10.2 Using Identical Curve Guidelines

Some fields are not rectangular and have a curved or shaped

boundary. For these, identical curves may be the best option for

guidelines.

Identical curves allows the operator to set a curved guideline and

the system will create equidistant guidelines across the field,

based on a swath width.

Create New Identical Curve

Change Guidance Mode - Identical Curves


2. Select Guidelines Menu and select Change Guidance Mode,

if necessary, to choose Identical Curves.

3. Select Create New Line.

4. Select Guideline Name.

5. Enter a name, if desired, and Confirm. Confirm the new

guideline.

6. Drive to the start of the swath. Select Set ‘A’ Point .

7. Drive along the curved swath. A black line will appear

behind the vehicle on the map to indicate the curve that is

being recorded.

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8. At the end of the curved swath, select to indicate the end

of the curve recording.

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10.3 Using Adaptive Curve Guidelines

Adaptive Curve guidelines are used for fields where it is not

practical or possible to cover the fields using straight lines. It is

particularly useful where a number of obstacles appear in the

field.

Under Adaptive Curves, the system will generate a guideline for

the current swath based on the actual path travelled during the

previous swath.


Change Guidance Mode - Adaptive Curves

2. Select Guidelines Menu and select Change Guidance Mode

if necessary to choose adaptive curves.

Mode Create New Adaptive Curve

3. To set how recording will stop at the end of rows during

coverage of a field, choose a mode.

10.3.1 Coverage Triggered Mode

Coverage Triggered mode turns off recording when the

master switch is turned off and starts when the Master

Switch is turned on.



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10.3.2 Manual Mode

Manual mode relies on placing a B point at the end of

each swath to stop recording for that swath and at the

same time start recording for the next swath.

10.3.3 U-turn Recognition Mode

In U-turn recognition mode, the system will start the

recording for the current swath when it senses a U-turn

and will start the recording for the next swath. If needed,

the operator can also manually indicate the end of a

swath by placing a B point, similar to the Manual mode.

10.3.4 Create a New Line




4. Drive to the starting point for the line and select to begin

recording the line.

5. Drive the path that is required and then select . A ‘B’ point

will appear and a matching curved line for the next row will

appear on the screen.



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The system will remember the path and offer the same shape

as the guideline for the next row.

6. Set a new guideline when the path needs to change.

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10.4 Using Centre Pivot Guidelines

Some fields are best worked in a circular shape. This setting

allows the operator to create guidelines around a centre pivot

point.

Change Guidance Mode


2. Select Guidelines Menu and select Change Guidance Mode,

if necessary, to choose center pivot lines .




6. Drive the around the centre of the field. Once the system

detects the arc, circular guidelines will be created, based on

the width of the implement. Remember to consider the

turning circle of the vehicle and implement when driving the

first arc.

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Chapter 10 – Guideline Menu 10.5 Selecting an Existing Guideline


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10.5 Selecting an Existing Guideline

Once guidelines have been created within fields, these are stored

and can be accessed on future jobs in the field.

Select Guideline

1. From the Guidelines Menu, select Select Guideline.

2. Select client, select farm and select field. Existing guideline

sets will display.

3. Choose the guideline set required and Confirm.


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Chapter 11 – Auto Steering

The Steering Options Menu allows the operator to set options

for the auto steering. To use this feature, it must be enabled. If

this has not been enabled, return to the Main Setup Screen and

select System and select Features to enable auto steering.

To access the X30 Main Setup Screen from the

Operation Screen at any time, select .

To calibrate the steering refer to Chapter 7.

11.1 Viewing Steering Status

11.2 Tuning Auto Steering

11.3 Engaging Auto Steering

11.4 Disengaging Auto Steering

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11.1 Viewing Steering Status

Auto Steer Status allows the operator to view the status of the

conditions required for auto steering. Red indicates that the

conditions are not met and therefore steering is not ready.

Auto Steer Status

1. To review the status of the auto steering, select Steering

Options Menu and select Auto Steer Status.

Green indicates that the item is

ready.

Red indicates that the item is

not ready.

2. Select to return to the main screen and complete the

necessary actions.

Appendix D has more information on troubleshooting

steering status.

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11.2 Tuning Auto Steering

It is important to tune the auto steering to suit the conditions, the

type of job and the type of vehicle/implement.

Auto Steer Tuning

1. On the Steering Options Menu select Auto Steer Tuning.

Online Aggressiveness sets

how precisely steering will try

to follow on the guideline.

Approach Aggressiveness sets

how quickly it will move to the

line. If too high, the vehicle

may turn sharply.

Maximum Steering Angle limits

the angle of turn to stay within

the limits of the vehicle’s safe

capability.

2. Set Online Aggressiveness to suit the precision necessary for

the task.

3. Set Approach Aggressiveness considering accuracy for the

job and safety for the equipment users.

4. Set Maximum Steering Angle to the safe levels for the

vehicle and any implement being towed.

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11.3 Engaging Auto Steering

To use auto steering the operator needs to have:

Established guidelines

Enabled auto steering in the X30 features

Calibrated the steering

Confirmed that all Steering Status items are green

Set the auto steering tuning to suit the task and vehicle type.

Positioned the vehicle to the desired starting point.

Auto Steering Engage

1. Zoom and pan on the screen until the vehicle is in the centre

of the screen and at a comfortable size for viewing.

Note that if an external auto steering engage switch is to be

used, this needs to be enabled during setup for the vehicle.

Refer to Section 4.3.

If using an AES-25, turn on the AES-25 and turn the

steering wheel a quarter turn to enable auto steering.



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2. Confirm that the Auto Steering Engage is showing white.

This means it is ready to use.

Auto Steering is ready to use. Select Auto Steering

Engage to begin.

Auto Steering is engaged and active. Select the Auto

Steering Engage to change back to manual control.

Auto steering cannot engage. Select the Auto

Steering Engage or return to Steering Options Menu

to see Steering Status for possible causes.

Auto steering is flashing in ‘Delayed Engage’ mode.

If Auto Steering is displaying red and the only

condition displaying red on the Steering Status is

easily resolved (for example speed), the operator

may select Auto Steering Engage twice (double

click) and flashing yellow will indicate that auto

steering will engage if conditions are met within 15

seconds. If conditions are not met, it will return to

red.

3. Correct any issue displaying red in the Steering Status

Panel. When Auto Steering Engage is white, auto steering is

ready to engage.



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For more information on Steering Status Errors refer to

Appendix D.

4. Drive slowly to meet a guideline, heading in the desired

direction.

5. Select Auto Steering Engage. It will turn green. The vehicle

will steer to the nearest guideline.

6. If it steers towards the line too aggressively, stop, disengage

auto steering and reset the Auto Steer Tuning Parameters

from the Steering Options Menu.

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11.4 Disengaging Auto Steering

Auto steering will automatically disengage when the necessary

conditions (shown on the Steering Status Panel) are no longer

met.

To manually disengage auto steering:

Turn the steering wheel a few degrees OR

Select the Auto Steering button on the console to disengage

AND/OR

If using an external steering switch, disengage using the

switch.

Warning: Before leaving the vehicle, disengage

auto steering, turn off the steering switch and

remove the key.

A visual and audible alarm will display and sound

whenever auto steering is engaged or disengaged. The

volume can be adjusted. Refer to Section 3.3.


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Chapter 12 – Nudge Menu

The Nudge Menu allows for minor adjustments to the guidelines

that have been set. This is useful for slightly realigning the

guidelines to changing conditions or when returning to a field the

next season. Guidelines can be nudged in a number of ways.

Nudge works with AB Lines and Centre Pivot Guidelines.

12.1 Using Nudge

12.2 Nudging for Minor Inaccuracy

Chapter 12 – Nudge Menu 12.1 Using Nudge Options


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12.1 Using Nudge Options

Nudge Menu

1. Select Nudge Menu and select Open Nudge options.

2. To set how far a nudge will move a line, select Nudge Offset.

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3. Enter the offset and Confirm.

4. Use Nudge Left or Nudge Right on the Nudge Options

Screen or on the Nudge Menu to nudge the lines.

5. Total Nudge will calculate the total distance nudged. To set a

total nudge offset or to reset to 0, select Total Nudge.

5a. Enter a total amount or clear the amount and Confirm.

6. Confirm nudge settings.

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12.2 Nudging for Minor Inaccuracy

Nudge Left Nudge Right

1. For minor adjustments on the screen, use Nudge Left or

Nudge Right on the Nudge Menu.

Nudge to Vehicle Position

2. To align the guidelines with the vehicle’s current position,

use Nudge to Vehicle Position.

GPS Drift Compensation

3. Sometimes returning to a field later needs some adjustment

for GPS Drift. Position the vehicle and then select GPS Drift

Compensation to compensate for minor GPS inaccuracy.

Drift may occur over time. When the operator returns to a

field, there may be a slight change in the position of

guidelines. This can happen because of changes to access

to open sky, satellite locations or errors from a satellite.

4. Position the vehicle and then select GPS Drift Compensation

to compensate for minor GPS inaccuracy. Select Yes to shift

the line or No to cancel.

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Save Nudged Guideline

5. If the line is moved, select Save Nudged Guideline to save

the new guideline positions.


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Chapter 13 – Monitoring During Jobs

The X30 Console offers a range of panels to monitor the progress

of a job.

13.1 Viewing Guidance

13.2 Viewing GPS Details

13.3 Viewing Diagnostics

13.4 Viewing Job Information

13.5 Monitoring on the Dashboard

Chapter 13 – Monitoring During Jobs 13.1 Viewing Guidance


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13.1 Viewing Guidance

The Full Guidance Screen opens as default when the

Operations Screen is accessed for the first time. In addition to

full screen mode it can be viewed in a mini-view.

1. From this mini-view, choose map layers and coverage, map

view, zoom in or zoom out.

Select coverage type to display.

Select map orientation view.

Select layers to display on the screen.

Zoom in or zoom out.

2. To expand to Full Guidance Screen, use Maximize (top

right) or select the mini-view and slide a finger across the

screen.

Note that full screen modes cannot be ‘shrunk’ back to a

mini-view. Always expand another mini-view to replace

the view on the Full Guidance Screen.

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13.2 Viewing GPS Details

Follow the steps to view and monitor GPS information.

1. Select GPS from the Navigation Bar. Positioning

information will appear.

Latitude and Longitude show the positioning of the

vehicle.

Eastings and Northings show the Universal Transverse

Mercator (UTM) position and zone of the vehicle. They are

measured in meters.

The grid numbers on the east-west (horizontal) axis are

called Eastings, and the grid numbers on the north-south

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2. Select Vehicle Orientation tab. This shows altitude, heading

(degrees), actual speed of the vehicle (kph) and roll/pitch

(degrees).

Roll is the left/right tipping of the vehicle.

Pitch is the forward/back tipping of the vehicle.

3. Select GPS Accuracy. This displays the number of available

satellites, the correction age (seconds) and the HDOP (lower

value indicates better accuracy) and HRMS (lower value

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The HDOP (Horizontal Dilution of Precision) indicates the

effect on accuracy of a number of satellite sources and their

geometry. Keep the antennae clear of obstructions to

maintain accurate GPS readings.

The HRMS (Horizontal Root Means Squared) calculates an

average horizontal position from the source information

from the satellites.

HDOP < 1.0

HDOP between 1.0 and 4.0

HDOP > 4

GPS invalid 0

Good accuracy

Average accuracy

Poor accuracy

No signal

Refer to Appendix B for more information on correction sources.

Chapter 13 – Monitoring During Jobs 13.3 Viewing Diagnostics


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13.3 Viewing Diagnostics

Follow the steps to view diagnostic information.

1. Select Diagnostics tab. Memory Usage will display.

2. Select Trouble Codes. Error messages are listed. If problems

do happen, take note of these for customer support personnel.

Refer to Appendix D for more information on error

messages.

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3. Logging is used by customer support personnel. However if

Topcon support personnel send a logging configuration file, it

can be loaded from USB and run using this screen.

Chapter 13 – Monitoring During Jobs 13.4 Viewing Job Information


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13.4 Viewing Job Information

Job Information

1. To view job progress select Job Information and select

Job Statistics tab . This shows overall information on the

job’s progress.

2. To view other information or to take notes, select the

following tabs.

Job Duration

Job Settings

Guidance Settings

Job Notes - Select anywhere in the Notes Screen to bring

up a keyboard.

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13.5 Monitoring on the Dashboard

The display on the Dashboard can be adjusted. The display below

is the default.

13.5.1 Customizing the Dashboard

1. Select anywhere on the Dashboard to view a list of dashboard

panels. Choose panels to display. Chosen options appear with

a white background.



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2. On the Dashboard, select the particular panel to be

customized. Options will be displayed, depending on the

panel chosen.

3. Choose options for display. Confirm.

4. Confirm the new dashboard display. The chosen options will

appear on the Dashboard.

13.5.2 GPS and Correction Source

GPS and Correction Information

The left hand side of the panel shows:



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System readiness (satellite icon) and the number of satellite

signals available

Correction quality and position accuracy

Correction source in use (DGPS, PPS, RTK, Float RTK,

SBAS, OmniSTAR VBS, OmniSTAR XP, OmniSTAR HP,

OmniSTAR G2, Invalid, Unknown, Estimated, GPS, Manual

Input).

Accuracy to within 2cm is high level accuracy.

If correction source is set to Autonomous, the

Dashboard will display ‘GPS’.

Satellite Icon

A green Satellite icon shows that the GPS and correction source

are converged and is based on HDOP. Other colors indicate that

information is not available:

Grey

No correction source

No signal

Red

Poor accuracy

Yellow

Average accuracy

Green

Good accuracy



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If AUTOMATIC was chosen during GPS setup, the colors

may shift during operation as different correction sources are

detected.

If a specific source was chosen during GPS setup, then the

system will seek to detect the chosen system.

Refer to Appendix B for more information on Correction

Sources and to Section 13.2 for more information on HDOP.

Correction Icon

Green

Correction source has converged for auto steering.

(Position Accuracy on Steering Status panel page is green.)

Yellow

Correction source received but not accurate enough to

engage auto-steering. Check differential correction and

position accuracy on Steering Status.

Red

Correction source received is different from Setup GPS.

Grey

No correction source received.



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13.5.3 Vehicle Information

Vehicle Speed, Direction and Cross Track Error

Cross track error displays the distance of the vehicle from

the nearest wayline.

13.5.4 Job Progress Information

Job Progress

The job progress panel indicates:

The swath or wayline being travelled



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The area covered so far.


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Chapter 14 – Enabled Additional Features

During set up, a number of optional features were enabled

depending on the needs of the work and the available equipment

(refer to 3.1 Enabling Features).

The enabled features discussed in this section appear on the

Navigation Bar.

14.1 Using Auto Section Control

14.2 Using Virtual Terminal

14.3 Using AgJunction

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14.1 Using Auto Section Control

Auto section control is available when an implement and ECU

have been set up and Auto Section Control has been enabled. This

feature can be configured through its mini-view. Refer to the

manual for the X30 implement controller being used for more

information.

Auto Section Control

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14.2 Using Virtual Terminal (ISOBUS)

This option allows the operator to interact with an ISOBUS ECU.

Virtual Terminal

1. To open the virtual terminal mini-view, select Virtual

Terminal.

2. To open virtual terminal in full screen, maximize the min-

view.

Screens will vary according to the ISOBUS equipment.

The following shows the setup of the virtual terminal.

Refer to the manual for the ISOBUS equipment being used.

3. To leave a screen, select ESC.

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Configure Icons appear on the left

Advanced and Auxiliary Functions

4. To open Terminal Setup Screen select Configure .

5. To view ISOBUS object pools select Advanced Functions

.

6. To set up and view information on auxiliary connections

select Auxiliary Assignment .

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14.3 Using AgJunction

This feature is provided for owners who work with AgJunction

services to create variable rate control prescription maps. To use

it, the console must be connected to the Internet. It allows the

console to download (and upload) files, communicating directly

with the AgJunction website.

Variable Rate Control is explained in more detail in the

operator manuals for X30 Controller packages.

The AgJunction feature needs to be enabled. If it has not been

enabled, select to return to the Main Setup Screen.

1. On the Main Setup Menu select System, Features and

AgJunction.

Escape to Operations Screen


3. Select Escape to return to the Operations Screen. The

AgJunction icon now appears on the Navigation Bar.



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AgJunction Icon

4. Select the AgJunction icon to open a mini-view.

5. The console has a unique Link ID. Select Login and enter

your AgJunction user name and password and Confirm.

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6. To choose a different location from the list, select Location

List, choose the location and Confirm.

If this feature is enabled, the system will login

automatically each time the console is started. This system

will automatically check for new downloads. When a new

download is available a message will appear on the screen.

Select to accept the download. Downloaded maps will

appear as options during VRC configuration.

7. During VRC Configuration Step 2, select

AgJunctionDownloads to choose a downloaded prescription

map for the job.


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Chapter 15 – Inventory Manager

The Inventory Manager allows the operator to view details of

information files on the system and make changes to that

information. Files can be deleted, transferred to USB or imported

from USB.

15.1 Using the Manager Toolbar

15.2 Using Categories and File Manager

15.3 Understanding Default File Names

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15.1 Using the Manager Toolbar

Open Inventory Manager Manager Toolbar

1. Open Inventory Manager.

2. Use the Manager Toolbar to access USB files, backup and

restore and export files.

Access USB Files Export Diagnostics

Backup/Restore from USB System 150 Compatibility Mode

Use this to access files from a USB. When browsing for

USB files, the display is blue instead of grey.

This will backup all system data onto USB.

Restore All. This will overwrite any data on the system

and is used to restore content from backup USB. Normally

this is used by service personnel.

Chapter 15 – Inventory Manager 15.1 Using the Manager Toolbar


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This will export diagnostic information. Use this when a

dealer asks for it so the data can be assessed.

Use this to be compatible with System 150 files.

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15.2 Using Categories and File Manager

Individual File Manager

1. Select Category to choose a saved file type.

2. Choose the type of file and confirm.

3. Select a File.

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Select All

Change Name of the highlighted file

Delete highlighted files

Export highlighted file to USB

When browsing files on a USB, the ‘Export

highlighted file to USB’ icon will change to offer

‘Import highlighted file from USB’.

4. Select the action required. Follow the prompts and Confirm.

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15.3 Understanding Default File Names

When new vehicles, implements, guidelines or jobs are created,

the system displays a default name which can be changed by the

operator.

Each default name consists of three parts:

a letter to indicate the type of item (Line, Curve, Job and so

on)

the date (MMDDYY) on which the item was created

the time that the item was created.

Examples:

C_020112_1351 is a Curve created on the February 1 2012 at 1.51 pm.

J_011412_11.21 is a Job created on the January 14 2012 at 11.21am.

Renaming items in a structured way is recommended. This

allows items to be easily identified in later seasons.


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Chapter 16 – Task Data Menu

Task data must be enabled each time it is used for a task.

This feature disables the Field Menu and Job Menu as

the task data file is generated on a computer and imported

or exported to the console.

Task Data only works with ISOBUS ECU and does not work with

ASC-10.

Task Data and Variable Rate Control must be enabled in System

Features.

The task data file sets up communication with the ISOBUS ECU

and contains all the data to complete the job.

14.1 Using Task Data

14.2 Exporting Task Data

Chapter 16 – Task Data Menu 16.1 Using Task Data Files


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16.1 Using Task Data Files

Task Data Toolbar

1. Place USB containing the taskdata file into the USB port on

the left side of the console.

2. Select Import from USB .



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3. Browse, choose the file and Confirm. Drive to the starting

position.

4. Select Select Task . Files can be filtered by client, farm or

field if desired.

5. Select Task.



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6. Choose task file and Confirm.

7. Select Next.

8. Choose channel if there is more than one.

9. Select the product field next to the channel and choose the

product.



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10. Confirm that the Master Switch is white and select it to start

the task.

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16.2 Exporting Task Data Files

1. Once the job is completed, check the USB is still inserted and

select Export to USB to update the task data with

collected task records.

2. Select directory and Confirm.


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Appendix A – Glossary

Baud Rate This is the speed of data transfer, measured in bits per

second.

EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service) This

is a European SBAS developed to supplement GPS,

GLONASS and Galileo systems by reporting on the

reliability and accuracy of the signals.

Easting/

Northing

Eastings and Northings show the Universal Transverse

Mercator (UTM) position and zone of the vehicle. They are

measured in meters.

The grid numbers on the east-west (horizontal) axis are

called Eastings, and the grid numbers on the north-south

(vertical) axis are called Northings.

EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility is the science that studies

impact of electromagnetic interference. EMC aims to

ensure that equipment items or systems will not interfere

with each other or prevent correct operation through

emissions.

Fallback Satellites and correction sources require specific position

accuracy when computing the position of the vehicle. If the

system is not receiving enough data to compute the

vehicle’s position with the required accuracy, auto steering

will not be enabled. The fallback feature allows the system

to bypass the position accuracy requirement so that auto

steering can be engaged. This is useful in situations where a

high degree of position accuracy is not required.

GDOP (Geometric Dilution of Precision) GDOP is a metric used to

quantify the accuracy of GNSS satellite geometry.

GLONASS Global Navigation Satellite System (Russian GNSS)

GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System

GPS Global Positioning System (US GNSS)

HDOP (Horizontal Dilution of Precision)

HDOP is a metric for quantifying the accuracy of the

horizontal (latitude/longitude) position information

received from the GNSS satellites.


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Mounting

Bias

Mounting bias refers to whether the receiver is exactly

level, when installed.

MSAS (Multi-functional Satellite Augmentation System) This is a

Japanese SBAS which supplements the GPS by reporting

and improving on the reliability and accuracy of the GPS

signals.

NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) This is a

standard protocol used by electronic devices to receive and

transmit data.

SBAS (Satellite-Based Augmentation System) This is a system

which supports wide area or regional augmentation through

the use of additional satellite broadcast messages. SBAS

correction sources are commonly composed of multiple

ground stations which take the measurements of one or

more GNSS satellites, and the satellite signals and

environmental factors that may impact the signal.

WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) This US SBAS was

developed by the US Federal Aviation Administration to

serve as an air navigation aid by improving the accuracy

and availability of the GPS signals.

WAS Wheel angle sensor


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Appendix B – GPS, Satellite and Correction

Information

Data settings for ‘Other’ GPS Receivers

GGA 0.2 seconds (5Hz)

VTG 0.2 sec (5Hz)

ZDA 15 seconds

RS-232 communications

19200 baud rate (preferred) 8 data bits, No Parity, 1 Stop bit

(19200, 8N1)

Correction Systems

Correction System Description

Autonomous Let the receiver find any free available

satellites. Will not use any correction.

Automatic Let the receiver select the best available

correction source.

ANY Use any SBAS satellite.

WAAS Use Wide Area Augmentation System.

EGNOS Use the European Geostationary Navigation

Overlay Service.

MSAS Use Multi-functional Satellite Augmentation

System.

OmniSTAR VBS Use OmniSTAR Virtual Base Station (VBS)

correction - submeter accuracy.

OmniSTAR XP Use OmniSTAR XP correction - high accuracy.

OmniSTAR HP Use OmniSTAR HP correction - very high

accuracy.

OmniSTAR Fall Back When using the OmniSTAR HP service, if for

any reason there is a loss of correction, the AGI-

3 will fall back to use a VBS correction source


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and allow the continued use of steering until

such time there is a return of the HP correction.

RTK Use Real Time Kinematic Navigation.

RTK (External Modem) Use external modem connected to GPS receiver

for RTK corrections.

RTK (GPRS) Use GPRS network to provide RTK correction.

RTK Fall Back When using RTK as the correction source, if for

any reason this signal looses a fix, the system

will continue to operate with a float solution

until a fix is regained.


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Appendix C – Alarms List

This is a list of all the alarms on the console and their

descriptions. To enable alarms refer to Section 3.3 and refer to the

manual for the X30 Controller being used.

Alarm Description

Steering Disengage This is triggered when the steering has been

disengaged. This may be due to losing

satellites, losing the guideline and manually

turning the steering wheel

End of row This is triggered when either the end or row,

first distance or second distance are passed.

Flow sensor fail This is triggered whenever the master is turned

on, there is movement over the ground, at least

one section is turned on, and there are no flow

sensor pulses being received.

No sprayer coms This is triggered if the sprayer feature is

activated but the console is unable to

communicate with the sprayer ECU.

No ground speed This is triggered if the auto steering is on and

there is no ground speed present.

Pressure high 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.

Pressure low The most common cause is an empty tank.

With minimum flows set for nozzles, flow

meter and pressure, this alarm will only

display with pump or plumbing failures or an

empty tank.

Incorrect rate The sprayer is in auto mode and the target rate

is not achieved.

Tank empty This indicates that the calculated volume has

reached zero. If there is still spray in the tank,

the system will still operate showing the tank

volume as a negative figure.


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Tank low This gives a warning that the tank is running

low.

VT High Priority Virtual Terminal high priority alert. There is

an urgent issue the user should address on the

VT immediately.

VT Medium Priority Virtual Terminal medium priority alert. There

is an important issue the user should address

on the VT when possible.

VT Low Priority Virtual Terminal low priority alert. There is an

issue the user should address on the VT when

possible.


D - 1

Appendix D – Trouble Shooting Guide

System Will Not Start Up

Here are some common problems and how to deal with them.

Should problems persist, contact your dealer.

On startup, the Topcon

loading screen does not

appear.

Confirm that the receiver cable is plugged in,

and that the receiver is switched on.

Confirm power to the console and that the

green on/off button is being pressed for

several seconds.

At system start up the

screen stops loading.

This indicates that firmware does not match

the system and needs upgrading. Contact

dealer.

Auto Steering Does Not Engage

Error Display Actions Reference


D - 2


Auto Steering

Engage is showing

red. Auto steering

does not engage.

Select Auto

Steering Engage to

bring up the

Steering Status

panel.

Red on the panel

indicates that the

item is not working

correctly.

Notes on the errors

appear at the base

of the status panel.

Write these down

or take a screenshot

of these for your

dealer if problems

persist.

Receiver Hardware displays with Red Is the receiver

connected correctly,

mounted securely

and turned on?

Steering Controller displays with Red Confirm controller

is connected and

turned on.

Confirm that the

correct steering

controller has been

selected during

setup.

If using AGS-25,

turn wheel a ¼ turn

to enable steering.

4.3


D - 3


Vehicle geometry displays with Red Return to Setting up

a Vehicle Geometry

and reset

dimensions

correctly.

4.2

Vehicle profile displays with red Review which

vehicle has been

selected and review

geometry.

4.1-4.2

Steering Calibrated displays with Red Confirm

calibrations have

been done for this

vehicle. Drive to an

open space away

from power lines

and obstacles,

reboot and repeat

calibrations.

7.1-7.3

Steering Wheel Let go of the

steering wheel and

try again.

Position Accuracy displays with Red Allow time for

convergence to

occur.

What color is the

satellite icon on the

Dashboard? How

many satellites

show next to the

icon? You need at

least 4 satellites

available.

Is the correction

source correct? If

not, select

correction source

again.

Are you in an open

space away from

3.2


D - 4


power lines? Drive

to an open space

and allow time for

convergence.

If on a subscription

scheme, confirm

current

subscription.

Confirm correct

frequency has been

set.

Differential Correction displays with

Red

Confirm setup in

console matches the

correction source

requirements.

Confirm settings in

GPS Accuracy

mini-view.

3.2

Wayline available displays with Red Drive closer to the

wayline.

Confirm that

guidance line has

been created and

selected.

10.1-

10.4

Speed displays with Red Adjust speed to

between 1 and 25

kph (0.7-15mph).

The necessary

speed may vary

with the vehicle.

Cross track error displays with Red Drive closer to the

wayline before

engaging auto

steering.


D - 5


Heading displays with Red Check that the

angle of the

vehicle’s approach

to the wayline is

less than 85

degrees.

Confirm that

compass has been

calibrated for the

vehicle.

Repeat calibration

if necessary.

7.1

Prohibited Operation Certain actions

cannot be done

while steering is

engaged, for

example, selecting a

field. These actions

are therefore

prohibited.

Wayline synchronized Wayline is not

successfully loaded.

Confirm connection

with receiver and

reload the wayline.


D - 6

Common Error Messages

For many common errors, a message will display that suggests

how to fix the problem. Some examples are shown here.

Vehicle data synchronized between

the receiver and the vehicle sub

system is different.

Check, adjust and accept the entered

vehicle dimensions to re-synchronize

the data.

Vehicle geometry data synchronized

between the receiver and the vehicle

sub system is different.

Check, adjust and accept the entered

vehicle dimensions to re-synchronize

the data.


D - 7

The AGI-3 receiver has shutdown,

lost power or the receiver – terminal

serial connection has been broken.

Confirm the power supply to the

receiver and that the serial connection

is good.

Update firmware messages will tell the operator which equipment needs

upgrading.


D - 8

For many errors an error code, or Trouble Code, will display. The

errors listed below are fairly common and may be corrected by

the user. For other errors or if a problem persists, ALWAYS

RECORD THE ERROR MESSAGE to report to your dealer,

including any code displayed.

Code Fault Action Reference

U1052 Steering Subsystem

firmware version is

incorrect.

Upgrade the firmware. 3.2


is in Fault Mode.

Please power cycle

steering controller.

U1055 Steering controller

needs to be reset.

Please power cycle

steering controller and

the vehicle. Wait 20

seconds and restart.

U1056 Steering controller

configuration error.

Please repeat WAS

calibration.

7.2

U1061 Tractor Parameter

settings not found

in steering

subsystem.

Return to Main Setup

Menu and confirm

correct vehicle.

4.4

U1062 Mounting bias

calibration required.

Calibrate Mounting

Bias. This allows the

system to compensate if

the receiver is not level

on the cab roof.

7.3

U1065 Wheel angle sensor


A change of tires is a

common cause but is not

the only possible cause.

Confirm vehicle

measurements and then

recalibrate.

4.2

7.2

U1066 Compass


Calibrate Compass. 7.1

U1067 New vehicle or new

steering controller

has been detected.

Recalibrate Compass. 7.1


D - 9


U1068 Vehicle profile does

not match steering

subsystem settings.

Confirm steering

subsystem is turned on.


menu and reset vehicle

and steering.

4.1 - 4.3


steering wheel

sensor is not

configured.

Contact dealer.

U1071 AES-25 average

power is greater

than the power

limit.

Confirm load on AES-25

motor unit (for example

the steering column is

too heavy or the bushes

or bearings are worn).

Contact dealer.

U1072 AES-25

temperature greater

than the

temperature limit.

Turn off and allow to

cool down. If problem

persists contact the

dealer.

U1074 AES-25 steering

controller not

initialized.

Manually turn steering

wheel by one quarter

revolution.

U1075-

U1078

CAN Receive or

transmit errors.

Confirm connections.

Contact dealer if the

problem persists.


disconnected.

Check connection or

replace faulty sensor.

Contact dealer.


has short-circuited.

Contact dealer. Sensor

may need to be replaced.

U1082 Compact Flash file

system has less than

1% space

remaining.

Confirm memory usage

in the mini-view. It may

be necessary to remove

or transfer old files using

Inventory Manager.

13.3&15.2


D - 10


U3001 Transfer failed. Try exporting or

importing the file from

USB again.

15.2

U4001 Wayline

Initialization Error.

Recreate wayline. 10.1-10.4

U4006 Valid System

Calibrations do not

exist.

Calibrate Compass,

Wheel Angle Sensor and

Mounting Bias.

7.1-7.3


not detected.

Confirm that steering

subsystem is turned on.

Confirm that ‘road lock

switch’, which prevents

engaging while on

public roads, is off.


Menu to confirm correct

steering system in setup.

4.3

U5002 Implement and

wayline are not

defined.

Confirm correct

implement chosen and

confirm correct field and

job chosen.

Create waylines if

necessary.

5.6

8.1&9.3

10.1-10.5

U5003 Could not engage

due to steering

controller lockout.

Confirm Road Switch is

OFF.

U5004 Implement is not

defined.

Confirm correct

implement chosen.

5.6

U5007 Row spacing

(implement overlap

subtracted from

implement width) is

too small.

Overlap set is too large.

Change overlap in Auto

Section Control mini-

view. Refer to the

Controller’s manual.

U6904 Only one of the

steering controller

type and vehicle

type is articulated.

Confirm settings in

vehicle setup on the

console match settings in

the steering controller.

4.2-4.3


D - 11


U6905 Unknown machine

type.


Menu, and revise vehicle

setup.

4.2

U8505 Factory calibration

not present.

Calibrate Compass,

Wheel Angle Sensor and

Mounting Bias.

7.1-7.3

TC8 No 12V power

supply to inertial

sensor and modem.

Confirm connections.


D - 12

Power Status LEDs (12V)

Note that O/O = LEDs flashing.

Battery Supply Power Status Comment

Internal battery ≥ 7.5 volts

External supply ≥ 12.0 volts

Normal Status



Battery OK and charging

(normal at power up, the

Battery LED will continue

flashing till the battery

charge status is determined)

7.2 ≤ Internal battery < 7.5

volts


Battery low and charging

Internal battery < 7.2 volts


Battery flat and charging

Internal battery ≥ 7.5 volts.

9.0 ≤ External supply < 12.0

volts

Battery OK, Supply low



volts

Battery OK and charging,

Supply low

7.2 volts ≤ Internal battery <

7.5 volts


volts

Battery low and charging,

supply low



volts


Supply low


External supply < 9.0 volts

Battery OK and not charging

Supply very low or off


D - 13

Off

Battery Supply Power Status Comment



Battery OK and charging

Supply very low


7.5 volts


Battery low and charging

Supply very low




Supply very low


7.5 volts


Battery low and not

charging




Battery flat and not charging


Off

Power Management

Firmware not installed

Reinstall Power Manager


E - 1

Appendix E – Technical Information

The X30 is a high-end vehicle-mounted electronic device with an

LCD display and touchscreen which provides various control

features for use with agricultural machinery.

Hardware

Mini COM-Express System-on-Module (SOM)

Intel 945GSE/ICH7M chipset, 1.6GHz Atom N270 processor, 533MHz

FSB

1GB DDR2 333MHz RAM

Up to 32GB UDMA compact flash, 4GB fitted as standard (industrial)

31cm (12.1”) 1024 x 768 LVDS RGB industrial panel display

LED 1000 cd/m2 backlight•

Projected capacitive extended function touchscreen

Power-up start switch (soft switch)

2 RGB diagnostic LED’s, case front mounted

Ambient light sensor, case front mounted

1 Ethernet 1Gbps (with 100Base-T, 1support)

Bluetooth module

4 RS232 serial ports, one RX/TX/CTS/RTS/GND, three RX/TX/GND only

4 CAN ports (ISO11783 compliant)

4 USB 2.0 ports, one side case mounted, all bootable, all 500mA powered

4 channel digital I/O, CMOS compatible (JEDEC ISO11786)

1 channel analogue input, CMOS compatible (JEDEC ISO11786)

Internal 2W mono audio and exterior 3.5W audio

External headphone stereo


E - 2

Console Specifications

Internally, the X30 console consists of a high specification Mini

COM-Express form factor System-On-Module computer board

with an Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processor. It connects to the

outside world via a range of peripherals.

Dimensions:

326mm x 266mm x 56mm (including heatsink)

326mm x 266mm x 112mm (including RAM Ball)

Operating Voltage:

Configurable 9-18V Nominal 12V operation OR

9-36V nominal 24V operation

Storage temperature:

-40 to +85o C

Operating temperature:

-20 to +60oC

Power Consumption (Backlight at 100%):

Battery charge active: 42V

Battery charge inactive: 27V


E - 3

Connectors

Connector Type Part Description

Front USB Amphenol MUSB-A111-00 1 x USB A IP67

Rear 26-pin Tyco 6437288-6 1 x 26-pin IP67

(single keyway)

Rear 26-pin Tyco 6473418-1 1 x 26-pin IP67

(dual keyway)

Rear LAN LTW LTWRJS-5EPFFP-

LC7001

1 x RJ45 IP67

Rear USB LTW LTWUA-20MFP-

LC7

1 x USB A IP67

Connector 1: 26 Pin Tyco Connector 2: 26 Pin Tyco

Single Keyway-6437288-6 Dual Keyway-6473418-1


Index

Index

AGJUNCTION, 3-3, 9-16, 14-1, 14-

5, 14-6

ALARM, 3-1, 3-22, 3-23

Alarm-Auto Steering, 11-7

Alarm-End of Row, 3-23

Alarm-Headland, 9-6

Alarm-Look Ahead, 3-24

Alarm-Second Distance, 3-24

ANTENNA, 0-7, 0-11, 3-14, 3-15,

3-16, 4-8

AUTO STEERING, 0-1, 0-15, 1-1,

1-9, 3-2, 3-6, 3-7, 3-23, 3-24,

4-9, 4-11, 6-2, 7-9, 10-2, 11-1,

11-2, 11-3, 11-4, 11-5, 11-6,

11-7, 13-12, 16-1

BAUD RATE, 3-11, 3-14, 3-18

BOUNDARY, 3-23, 8-6, 8-7, 8-8, 8-

9, 8-14, 8-15, 9-3, 9-4, 9-8, 10-

6

CALIBRATION, 7-1, 7-2, 7-4, 7-5,

7-6, 7-7, 7-8, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13,

7-14, 7-16

CAMERAS, 3-3

CAN BUS, 4-10

COM PORT, 3-13

CORRECTION SOURCE, 3-6, 3-7,

3-8, 3-11, 13-11, 13-12

COVERAGE, 2-20, 6-8, 10-8

DASHBOARD, 6-2, 6-3, 13-1, 13-9,

13-10

DIAGNOSTICS, 0-15, 13-1, 13-6,

15-2

DIMENSION, 4-7, 4-8, 5-7, 5-8

ECU, 1-2, 3-3, 5-3, 5-5, 5-6, 5-9, 5-

13, 14-2, 16-1

ERROR MESSAGES, 13-6

EXCLUSION ZONE, 8-10, 8-12, 8-

14, 8-15, 8-16

EXPORT, 1-6, 2-17, 3-3, 3-17, 9-11,

15-2, 15-3

FILE MANAGER, 15-1, 15-4

FILE SERVER, 3-3

FIRMWARE, 3-5

FLAG POINT, 3-25, 6-11, 8-11, 8-

13

GLONASS, 3-5

GPS OUTPUT, 3-17

GPS SETUP, 3-4

GUIDELINE, 2-10, 10-1, 10-3, 10-5,

10-6, 10-8, 10-9, 10-10, 10-11,

10-13, 11-3, 11-6, 12-5

HEADLAND, 9-1, 9-3, 9-4, 9-5, 10-

2

IMPORT, 1-6, 2-17, 3-3, 4-12, 5-16,

8-4, 8-17

INTERFERENCE, 0-6, 0-7, 7-1

INVENTORY, 6-2, 15-1, 15-2

ISOBUS ECU, 5-6, 5-9, 14-3

LATITUDE, 2-7, 13-3

LEDS, 1-8

LOGGING, 13-7

LONGITUDE, 2-7, 13-3

LOOK AHEAD, 3-23, 3-24, 9-5

MAP PANNING, 2-19

MAP VIEW, 2-19

MASTER SWITCH, 5-13, 5-14, 6-2,

16-5

MINI-VIEW, 6-4, 6-5, 6-6, 13-2, 14-

2, 14-3, 14-6

X30 Guidance and Auto Steering Operator's Manual

Index

MOUNTING BIAS, 7-1, 7-8, 7-14,

16-2

MULTICHANNEL SECTION

CONTROL, 5-5

NUDGE, 12-1, 12-2, 12-3, 12-4

OMNISTAR, 3-7, 3-8, 3-9

PRESCRIPTION MAP, 3-2, 3-3, 14-

5, 14-7

RECEIVER, 0-6, 1-4, 3-4, 3-5, 3-13,

3-14, 3-19, 4-8, 7-1, 7-8, 7-16

RESTORE ALL, 15-2

RTK, 0-11, 3-7, 3-10

SATELLITE, 0-4, 0-14, 3-5, 7-1, 12-

4, 13-11

SCREENSHOTS, 1-6

SECTION CONTROL, 3-2, 5-1, 5-4,

5-9, 5-11, 5-13, 14-1, 14-2

SIDE BY SIDE BOOMS, 5-5

STATISTICS, 13-8

STEERING CONTROLLER, 4-9, 4-

10, 16-10

SWITCH BOX, 5-1, 5-13

TASK DATA, 3-3, 16-1, 16-2, 16-6

TIMING, 5-1, 5-11

TROUBLE CODES, 13-6

USB EJECT, 1-6

VIRTUAL TERMINAL, 3-3, 14-1,

14-3

VRC, 9-15, 9-16, 14-7

WAYLINES, 1-9

WHEEL ANGLE SENSOR, 7-16, 7-

17

ZOOM, 6-10, 9-7, 9-8, 13-2


Notes

Notes


Notes

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