Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 LEGACY 6000 CAN BUS USER GUIDE Software Version 2.11 98-05053 R1 Midwest Technologies 2864 Old Rochester Road Springfield, IL 62703 217.753.8424 www.mid-tech.com www.teejet.
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Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Table of Contents Chapter 1 - System Introduction 1 System Introduction ..................................................................................................... 1-2 System Features .................................................................................................. 1-2 CAN Bus Versatility and Value ................................................................................ 1-3 What is a CAN Bus and why use one? ............
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Chapter 2 - Getting Started 1 Software Overview ........................................................................................................ 2-2 Powering Up ............................................................................................................. 2-2 Screen Navigation & Selection ................................................................................. 2-3 Standard Pages .............................................
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Primary Sensor Settings ................................................................................... 2-31 Selecting the Secondary Sensor .............................................................................. 2-33 Secondary Sensor Settings ............................................................................... 2-34 Selecting a Monitor .................................................................................................
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Reverse Prime Injection System ................................................................................ 3-27 1. Setup Stem for Reverse Priming .................................................................. 3-28 2. Start Reverse Prime ...................................................................................... 3-28 Job Report Setup ........................................................................................................
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Real-time Map Page Soft-key Descriptions ........................................................ 4-8 System, Warning and Error Messages .................................................................... 4-11 System Message ................................................................................................ 4-11 Warning Message ............................................................................................. 4-11 Error Message ..
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Chapter Notes .............................................................................................................. 4-39 Chapter 5 - System Tools 1 System Tools .................................................................................................................. 5-2 Device Manager ........................................................................................................ 5-3 CAN Bus ......................................
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Options Menu ........................................................................................... 6-16 Exiting Real-Time Operation .................................................................................... 6-17 Map Manager .......................................................................................................... 6-17 Chapter Notes .........................................................................................
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Chapter 1 - System Introduction An introduction to the Legacy 6000 System. Software Version 2.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 System Introduction The Legacy 6000 system allows the control of all product types, plus GPS mapping, guidance, and data collection in a single console. Replacing multiple consoles in the cab with one robust system, Mid-Tech's Legacy 6000 sets a new standard for control systems of the future. The Legacy 6000 runs Fieldware software in a Windows CE environment, an extremely dependable and stable operating system.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 CAN Bus Versatility and Value The Legacy 6000 utilizes CAN Bus technology, a new industry standard, which Mid-Tech uses to execute precise product control in an environment more robust than any of its predecessors. What is a CAN Bus and why use one? Controller Area Network (CAN) is a system comprised of independent, intelligent modules connected by a single high-speed cable, known as a bus, over which all the data in the system travels.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Plug any standard submeter GPS receiver and Mid-Tech's CAN based Swath XL lightbar into the Legacy 6000 system, and enjoy straight-line, curved or center pivot guidance at your command. Application maps can be viewed on the Legacy 6000 display as you apply. Cross track error, area applied, application rates, and other vital information display on the Swath XL lightbar in real time.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Mid-Tech CAN Bus System Overview The Mid-Tech CAN bus system is comprised of several components (modules). The Console, the Power Speed Module (PSM), the Switch Sense Module (SSM), a Product Control Module (PCM), and a Lightbar. At a minimum, four of these modules are required to have a fully functional Legacy 6000 single product control system. The lightbar is optional.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Power Speed Module The Power Speed Module (PSM) is the primary arbitrator of the Bus. This module includes the input point for the speed sensor, the input for power for the CAN bus, a gateway to communicate with a parallel CAN bus and provides a fully functional RS-232 port as alternative I/O.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Switch Sense Module The Switch Sense Module (SSM) senses the status of switches aboard the machine and transforms the switch state into messages meaningful to the CAN Bus.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Switch Function Module The Switch Function Module (SFM) enables automated system control of boom sections. Figure 1-3: Switch Function Module (SFM) Outputs Booms outputs: (10) 3amp +12switched Output Connector: A - Ground, B - N/C, C - +12 Open, D - +12 Constant Input Battery Power: 30amp Communication Mid-Tech CAN: ISO 11898 (Bosch 2.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Product Control Module The Product Control Module (PCM) performs the actual control function for the Mid-Tech CAN Bus and connects the actuator and sensor. Control outputs can be bi-directional. One PCM is required for each product you wish to control. Figure 1-4: Product Control Module Inputs Digital sensor: 4 inputs, digital, 0-12 VDC, 0-5 KHz Analog sensor: 2 inputs, analog, 0-5 VDC.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Swath XL Lightbar A CAN based Swath XL Lightbar was developed specifically for the Legacy 6000 system. The Lightbar is required for applications using guidance and recommended for non-guidance uses as well. In non-guidance use (logging data only) the lightbar can provide area and rate feed back. Figure 1-5: Swath XL Lightbar Dimensions: 16.0" Wide x 3.0" High x 3.0” Deep (405 x 76 x 76 mm) Weight: 8 oz. (0.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 CAN Bus Cable Specifications 5-wire cable with molded connectors. Male or female terminator required on each end. Pin 1: Ground Pin 2: +12V Pin 3: Reserved Pin 4: CAN High Pin 5: CAN Low Speed: 250k baud message update Module Processor: Siemens C167 Module CAN interface: Siemens 82C250 Message Protocol: ISO 11898 (Bosch 2.0B), 29 bit ID, 250K baud, Mid-Tech proprietary messages CAN Modules (PCM, SSM, PSM) Dimensions: 4.7" W x 2.3" H x 6.
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Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Product Control Module Figure 1-9: Power Control Module Harness PCM Cable Options Sensor Inputs Part Number A 45-06300 X 45-06301 X 45-06302 X 45-06303 X B X C D E F CAN PWR Valve Sen.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Typical Legacy 6000 Configurations The following schematics reflect some typical Legacy 6000 configurations. Due to the variety of possible configurations, these schematics should be used for general reference. Contact Midwest Technologies or your dealer for detailed information regarding your specific configuration and installation.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Single Channel Granular Spreader This is a typical single product granular configuration with spreader control.
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Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Dual Channel with Wet and Dry Booms This is a typical two product configuration, one liquid and one dry, for a vehicle with wet and dry booms.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Dual Channel Granular with Two Sensors per Channel This is a typical two product granular layout with two slotted rate sensors per channel.
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Chapter 2 - Getting Started Setting up "Fieldware for the Legacy 6000". Software Version 2.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Software Overview This section assumes that the Legacy 6000 hardware has been properly installed and clean reliable power has been supplied. For a list of typical hardware configurations (See “Typical Legacy 6000 Configurations” on page 1-14.). Figure 2-1: The Legacy 6000 Console Powering Up To power up the Legacy 6000 console, press the orange button to the left side of the console faceplate (Figure 2-1).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Screen Navigation & Selection An operator can easily navigate around the screen by using the buttons on the face of the Legacy 6000, or with the connection of a USB keyboard. The buttons on the face of the Legacy consist of four navigation arrows, escape (esp), enter, and ten function buttons(Figure 2-3). The ten function buttons, five down the left and five down the right will be the fastest way to navigate and select items on the screen.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Standard Pages Three basic types of software pages are used in "Fieldware for the Legacy 6000", a Launcher page (Figure 2-5), a Setup Menu page (Figure 2-6), and a Data Entry page (Figure 2-7) and (Figure 2-8). Each is described in more detail below. Each of these page types has its own help window which displays pertinent information about a button or highlighted area of the page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Setup Menu Page A Setup Menu page (Figure 2-6) is a page that contains all of the setup parameters associated with a particular setup theme, such as GPS Receiver. A Setup Menu page can be divided into three columns, Left, Center and Right. The Left and Right columns are made up of software buttons adjacent to a physical key on the console. The center column is a scrollable list containing the name of every setup parameter and its current value.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Data Entry Page Data Entry page may be an alpha-numeric entry or a pick list (Figure 2-7). The Data Entry page is also divided into three columns: Left, Center, and Right. The left and right columns contain software buttons, typically only the back and forward arrow buttons. The center column is the data entry dialog box. Use the arrow keys on the console to navigate around the Data Entry page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 System Setup The Fieldware System Setup allows the configuring of the Legacy 6000 to best suit job needs. To access the System Setup launcher press the top left button in the Main Launcher page see the left image in (Figure 2-9), the help text should say Configure System Settings. This brings up the System Setup Launcher page right image (Figure 2-9). The table below lists the current system components that can be configured.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Console Setup Console Setup defines system environment settings (units, language, time) that are displayed on the console and used in the rate control and guidance applications. To change any of the system environment settings, highlight the setting name, listed in the center column of the Setup page, and press enter. Use the Setup Wizard to walk through all setup options and select the appropriate settings.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Lightbar Setup Lightbar setup defines how the Legacy 6000 console configures the lightbar. Lightbar setup parameters are listed in Table 2-3. Figure 2-11: The Lightbar Setup Menu Page Setting Description Lightbar Defines which lightbar features are used. Settings are Text/Lights, Text Only, or Off. LED Brightness Sets the brightness level of the lightbar LEDs and text window.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 GPS Receiver Setup GPS Receiver setup defines your DGPS accuracy and how the GPS receiver communicates with the Legacy 6000 console. GPS Receiver setup parameters are listed in Table 2-4. Figure 2-12: The GPS Receiver Setup Menu Page Setting Description Use GPS Defines whether the Legacy 6000 system is using GPS. If using GPS this setting must be set to Yes. Accuracy Defines the accuracy of the DGPS receiver. Choices are RTK and Sub-meter.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Implement Setup Implement Setup is where the number of Swaths, number of Sections per Swath, and the physical relationship (distance and direction) of a Swath to the position of the GPS antenna are defined. Implement Setup is a step by step (Wizard fashion) process. This is a single swath made up of three sections.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Entering the Implement Width The first page in the Implement Setup process is the implement width (Figure 2-14). This width is used for guidance purposes and is considered the distance between guidelines. This width is typically determined by the vehicle swath or spread width. Setting the Implement width slightly smaller than the actual width reduces skips. Setting the Implement width slightly larger than the actual swath width reduces overlap.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Number of Swaths Page Currently the maximum number of swaths that "Fieldware for the Legacy 6000" can handle is four. The Majority of applications will have One swath. For more on multiple swath applications and examples see Figure 2-16: The Number of Swaths Page Entering the Number of Sections in a Swath The Sections page is where the number of sections in a swath are entered.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Setting the Section to Switch Assignment The Section to Switch page allows you to assign a physical boom switch to the current Swath Section. This allows the control of individual sections. Figure 2-18: The Section to Switch Assignment Page Entering the Section Width The Section Width page is where the width of a section is entered. When the correct section width is entered, press the forward arrow button to move to the next setup page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Entering the Offset Direction Y The Y direction offset is the direction, (along the center line of the vehicle) from the GPS antenna to the center of a swath (Figure 2-20). Figure 2-20: The Offset Direction Y Page The Offset Distance Y When the Y Offset Direction has been entered, enter the Y Offset Distance. This is the distance from the GPS antenna along the vehicle center line to the swath.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Entering the Offset Direction X The Offset Direction X (Figure 2-22) is the direction perpendicular (left or right) of the vehicle center line that the center of a swath is offset. Typically this will be set to Centered, as most swaths are centered on the vehicle’s center line. If an Offset Direction X of either Right or Left is selected, the next setup page (Figure 2-23) will ask for the distance of this offset.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Setting the PCM Assignment The PCM Assignment page allows the assigning of a Product Control Module (PCM) to a swath or swaths. The PCM must be setup prior to assigning it to a swath. A swath can have a single PCM assigned to it or all PCMs assigned to it. When a PCM has been assigned to a Swath, press the forward arrow button to move to the next setup page. This completes the single swath setup.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Completing Implement Setup When all swaths and sections have been properly setup, the last Implement Setup page is the Finish page. There are two buttons on the Finish page: a Review Configuration button and a Save to SSM (Switch Sense Module) button. Pressing the Review configuration button will display all of the implement setup settings that have just been entered (Figure 2-15).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Product Control Module (PCM) Setup The Product Control Module (PCM) setup is used to configure a PCM that is connected to the MidTech Legacy 6000 CAN Bus. A PCM can not be configured if it is not connected to the Mid-Tech CAN Bus. Setting up a PCM is typically required in the following scenarios: The initial Legacy 6000 hardware installation, when an additional PCM is added to the system, or to modify an existing, already configured, PCM.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Page Name Description Allows a setup configuration to be selected or saved. Defines the type of product application or device being controlled, such as Liquid or Granular. Select the drive circuit used to control the product delivery or device. Select the units used for the application rates. Defines the type of sensor used for the primary control function. Defines the type of sensor used for the secondary control function.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Selecting a PCM Setup Favorite The first setup page is the PCM Favorite (Figure 2-27). When the operator configures all PCM Setup parameters the settings can be saved as a Favorite. Favorites are completed saved versions of PCM setup. Mid-Tech has taken the time to provide some very basic PCM setups for liquid and dry applicationsTable 2-6.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Setting the Application Type The Application Setup page (Figure 2-28) allows the selection of the required type of product application. All other setup pages will be based on the type of application chosen on this page. There are five possible applications: Liquid, Granular, Seeder, NH3, and Motor. For each Application type there is an additional Settings page. To access the Settings page, press the Settings button on the Application page (Figure 2-28).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Application Type Settings All Application Types have the same setting options when the settings button is pressed, review (Table 2-7) for a detailed description of the settings.When the Application Type settings and parameters are selected, press the Forward arrow to advance to the next PCM Setup page Application Settings Description Application Name A user defined name used to label a particular application (PCM).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Setting the Drive Type The next PCM Setup parameter is Drive Type. This is the type of drive circuit used to control the delivery of a product. The list of available drive types depends on the Application selected in the previous setup page. Some Drive Types have an additional Drive Types Settings page, (See “Drive Type Settings” on page 2-26.), accessed from the Settings button on the Drive Type page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Drive Type Settings Three of the Drive Types have setting options, Servo, Injection and PWM. Review (Table 2-9) for detailed Servo settings, (Table 2-10) for detailed PWM settings, and (Figure 2-11) for detailed Injection settings. When the Drive Type settings and parameters are selected, press the Forward arrow to advance to the next PCM Setup page Servo Settings Description Gain Defines the speed at which the PCM reacts to an off target condition.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 PWM Settings Description Minimum Duty Cycle Defines the min. duty cycle the valve will respond to, specified by the manufacturer. Maximum Duty Cycle Defines the max. duty cycle the valve will respond to, specified by the manufacturer. Ramp Time Defines the time it takes the valve to go from min. duty cycle to max. duty cycle. Decrease if the valve reacts too slowly when off target. Increase if control reacts too quickly (overshooting target rate).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Setting the Units When the Drive Type is selected, the next PCM Setup page is the Units page (Figure 2-30). The available units are based on the Application and Drive Type selected. There is an additional page associated with the Units page. This is the Control Basis page (Figure 2-30) right image. The Control Basis page determines whether the units available to you are Area based, Time based, or Distance based.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Selecting the Primary Sensor The Primary Sensor is the type of sensor used for the primary control function. The Primary Sensor types available in this pick list are based on the Application type selected. Each Primary sensor type has an associated Settings button (Figure 2-31) which goes to the Sensor Settings page (Figure 2-32). The Sensor parameters depend on the type of Primary Sensor selected. Each PCM has six input sensors labeled A through F.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Primary Sensor Settings Primary Sensors Flowmeter, Granular, Injection and Shaft have detailed settings that are the same. Review (Table 2-7) for a detailed description of the settings. The two other Primary Sensors, Pressure Digital and Pressure Analog, have the initial settings as well as an sub settings. To access the sub settings locate the two Settings Buttons on the right side of the screen, use the two buttons to swap between settings.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Figure 2-32: Pressure Digital & Analog Sub Settings Pages Sensor Settings Definition Alarm Units Pounds Force / Square Inch (PSI) Min Alarm Defines the limit below which the min. alarm will be active. Max Alarm Defines the limit above which the max. alarm will be active. Alarm Delay Defines the duration the alarm condition must exist before triggering tan alarm. Sensor Output Define the output signal type of the sensor.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Selecting the Secondary Sensor The Secondary sensor is used in conjunction with a Primary sensor. The Secondary Sensor types, available in this pick list, are based on the Application type and Primary Sensor type selected (Figure 2-33). Each Secondary sensor type has a Settings Button which brings up the Sensor Settings page. The Secondary Sensor parameters depend on the type of Primary Sensor selected (Table 216).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Secondary Sensor Settings Secondary Sensors Granular, Shaft, Pressure Digital, and Pressure Analog have detailed settings that are the same. Review (Table 2-17) for a detailed description of the settings that are the same. The two Pressure Sensors, Pressure Digital and Pressure Analog, have the initial settings as well as an sub settings.
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Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Selecting a Monitor A Monitor is a sensor that is not a Primary or Secondary sensor and is used to monitor the status of some element of the application delivery system, such as RPMs on a shaft sensor. Up to four monitor sensors can be used in the delivery system. The Monitor types available in this pick list (Figure 2-34) are based on the Application, Primary sensor, and Secondary sensor types selected.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Monitor Settings Monitors Shaft, Product Detect, Low Bin, Status, Pressure Digital, Pressure Analog, and Flowmeter have detailed settings that are the same. Review (Table 2-20) for a detailed description of the settings that are the same. All Monitors have initial settings as well as an sub settings. Accessing the sub settings locate the two Settings Buttons on the right side of the screen, use the two buttons to swap between settings.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Monitor Sub-Settings Description Alarm Units Pressure - psi Flowmeter - gal/min Shaft - rpm Min. Alarm Defines the limit below which the min. alarm will be active. Max. Alarm Defines the limit above which the max. alarm will be active. Alarm Delay Defines the duration the alarm condition must exist before triggering tan alarm.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Finishing the PCM Setup The final page in the PCM setup process is the Finish page (Figure 2-35). From the Finish page, select the Review all settings button to confirm setup is accurate with the machines application (Figure 2-36). Next from the Finish Page, save the PCM setup to a file for use later (See “Saving the PCM Setup to a File” on page 2-39.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Saving the PCM Setup to a File Pressing the Save to a File button in the Finish page takes you to a Save As page (Figure 2-37) right image. The Save As page allows the naming of the PCM Setup file, such as My Sprayer. Once the PCM setup settings have been saved by pressing the green forward arrow after entering a name, this name will appear as a PCM favorite. This helps to quickly set PCM settings without going through each step.
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Chapter 3 - Real-time Setup Setting up Fieldware ARM for the Legacy 6000. Software Version 2.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Operation Overview When the System Setup process is complete, product application setup can begin. This is accomplished by pressing the ARM Bullseye located in the Fieldware Main Launcher page (Figure 3-1). Prior to actually starting product application it is necessary to follow a short setup process.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Step Description Job: When the ARM Bullseye button is pressed, the Job page appears. Select or create the desired job. A PC Card must be inserted in the console to store a job. Press the forward key to continue to the ARM Launcher page. System Calibration: If the delivery system (PCMs) has not been calibrated it will be necessary to do this prior to starting product application. Distance calibration can also be accomplished here.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Starting a Job Pressing the Bullseye button in the Fieldware Main Launcher brings up the Job page (Figure 3-2). If no PC card will be used and the Console Setup PC Card setting is set to NO, (see "Console Setup" on page 2-8), no Job number is asked for (see "No PCMCIA Card Setup" on page 2-6). A PC card is necessary in order to have a job number and save files. When a Job is created a folder is created on the PC card labeled with same name.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Manually Naming a Job From the New Job Name page (Figure 3-3). Using the arrow keys enter the name of your job. It is not necessary to use all numbers in the job name. It can contain alpha-numbers characters. When the desired job name is entered, press the Forward Arrow to save the name and return to the Job page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 No PCMCIA Card Setup If no PC Card is setup in Console setup there is no prompt for a Job name when starting ARM. Instead the opportunity is given to reset some product related volumes and area totals (Figure 34), (Table 3-2). Settings Description None No volume or area totals stored in the PCM will be reset. Total Reset This will reset the field area, field volume and total volume stored in all PCMs to zero.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 ARM Launcher When the appropriate Job name has been selected, press the Forward Arrow in the Job page to move to the ARM Launcher page (Figure 3-5). Several applications can be launched from this page that are required prior to starting up real-time product application. Each real-time setup application is discussed in detail below.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Performing a Calibration Introduction This section describes the sensor calibration procedures that are required prior to performing accurate product application. Each sensor calibration is discussed in detail below, and each follows a wizard step by step process. The “Fieldware for the Legacy 6000” is capable of performing the following calibrations: Distance/Speed, Liquid Pressure, Granular, Liquid Based Flow meter, NH3 Flow meter, Seeder.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Distance/Speed Calibration The Distance/Speed calibration process is used to calibrate a wheel speed sensor. When setting the system up for the first time perform the procedure below and for best results repeat this procedure until the reported distance and known distance match or are very close. To make a Quick adjustment to the Calibration number follow steps 2-4 and select Quick as the calibration mode. 1.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Distance/Speed Calibration Continued 6. Maintain speed through the end point, when crossing the end press the Truck button to stop the distance accumulation. The distance displayed is the consoles reported distance. Press the green forward arrow key to continue to the next calibration step. Be sure to hit the Truck button at the same location the vehicle crosses the Start and End Point.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Liquid Flow Static Calibration The Liquid Flow Static Calibration process is a stationary calibration for a liquid flowmeter. There are two calibration modes to choose from, Static or InField, only one is needed for accurate calibration. Static calibrations does not involve movement of the vehicle and can be repeated very easily to ensure an accurate calibration. 1.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Liquid Flow Static Calibration / Continued 6. This is the indicated discharge, if there is any product accumulation prior to calibration it will show here. Press the empty tank button to zero the indicated discharge. Once zeroed, turn the product pump on and all boom. product should begin to accumulate on the screen. The system should now be spraying at the speed and rate entered before. 7.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Liquid Flow In-Field Calibration The Liquid Flow In-Field Calibration process is used to calibrate a liquid flowmeter after a real-time spray application. In-Field calibrations involves discharging a know amount of liquid in a real-time application and then performing a calibration based on the material discharged. Repeating the procedure below will ensure an accurate calibration. 1. Load tank with a know amount of product.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Liquid Flow In-Field Calibration Continued 6. This is the indicated discharge. This value is obtained from the accumulated volume during the real-time application. This is why it is important to have the volume zeroed before application starts. Press the green forward arrow to continue to the next calibration step 7. Enter the Actual amount discharged.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Granular & Seeder Static Calibration The Granular Static Calibration process is a stationary calibration for a granular sensor. There are two calibration modes to choose from, Static or InField, only one is needed for accurate calibration. Static calibrations does not involve movement of the vehicle and can be repeated very easily to ensure an accurate calibration. 1. Fill the machine’s tank with a know amount of weighed product.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Granular & Seeder Static Calibration / Continued 6. Enter the normal operating speed when applying. Press the green forward arrow to continue to the next calibration step. 6. This is the indicated discharge, if there is any product accumulation prior to calibration it will show here. Press the empty tank button to zero the indicated discharge. Once zeroed, turn the product on. Product should begin to discharge and accumulate on the screen.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Granular & Seeder In-Field Calibration The Granular In-Field Calibration process is used to calibrate a Granular sensor after a real-time product application. In-Field calibration involves discharging a know amount of product in a realtime application and then performing a calibration based on the material discharged. Repeating the procedure below will ensure an accurate calibration. 1. Load machine with a know amount of product.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Granular & Seeder In-Field Calibration Continued 6. This is the indicated discharge. This value is obtained from the accumulated volume during the real-time application. This is why it is important to have the volume zeroed before application starts. Press the green forward arrow to continue to the next calibration step 7. Enter the Actual amount discharged.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Pressure Calibration The Pressure Calibration process is a stationary calibration for a pressure sensor. This procedure involves the discharge of material for the most accurate calibration. The use of water is recommended when calibrating.Repeating calibration procedure will ensure accurate calibration. 1. Fill machine with enough water to perform calibration and have a manual pressure gage mounted in-line with the booms.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Pressure Calibration / Continued 5. Enter the recorded pressure from the manual gage. Press the green forward arrow to continue to the next calibration step. 6. Indicated Pressure Vs. Actual Pressure. This page is only a information page to show the operator the Indicated Vs. the Actual. Press the green forward arrow to automatically recalculate the calibration number so the two volumes match 7.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 NH3 In-Field Calibration There are two calibration procedures for NH3, Static and In-Field. ! CAUTION ! The Static calibration procedure is not recommended by Mid-Tech, do to the hazardous material being calibrated (Anhydrous ammonia, and Liquid nitrogen).The recommended procedure is the NH3 In-Field Calibration process. This procedure is used to calibrate a NH3 flowmeter after a realtime product application.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 NH3 In-Field Calibration Continued 5. From the Calibration Mode page select InField from the pick list in the middle of the screen. Press the green forward arrow key to continue to the next calibration step. - In Field - Involves driving in a field, simulating a real time application. - Static - Does not require the vehicle to move. This is a stationary test. 6. This is the indicated discharge.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Injection Static Calibration The Injection Static Calibration process is a stationary calibration for a liquid injection pump. Static calibrations does not involve movement of the vehicle and can be easily repeated to ensure an accurate calibration.There are two calibration modes to choose from, Static or InField, The In-Field calibration procedure is not recommended by Mid-Tech. 1. Fill the injection tank with product.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Injection Static Calibration / Continued 4. Place the calibration container under the calibration valve on the pump. Use the Calibration button on the pump or place a magnet on the PCM to start discharging product. As product discharges volume should accumulate on the Legacy. When a significant amount of material has been discharged let go of the calibration button or remove the magnet.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Prime Injection System Priming feature will only appear as an option if Injection has been selected as the Drive type during PCM setup. Priming is an Injection feature only. Priming the injection system can be done in three easy steps. Priming the system will take chemical from the injection storage tank directly to the injection point to ensure chemical is injected instantly upon the start of an application.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 2. Setup System for Priming Select the Prime button from the ARM launcher page, this will bring up the % Prime page. The prime page has two buttons (Prime State and Reset Values to Zero.) Prime State provides a detailed set of values of the priming process. During priming view this page to see the pump priming progress. The zero button will reset values to zero. Figure 3-8: Setup System for Priming 3.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Reverse Prime Injection System Reverse Prime does not come standard on the peristaltic injection pump. Reverse Prime can be added as a feature. Call your local Mid-Tech distributor to order the reverse prime feature using Part# 54-02015. Reverse prime works very similar to the priming procedure. Reverse Priming the system will take chemical from the injection point directly back to the storage tank to save as much chemical as possible.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 1. Setup Stem for Reverse Priming Select the Prime button from the ARM launcher page, this will bring up the % Prime page. The prime page has two buttons (Prime State and Reset Values to Zero.) Prime State provides a detailed set of values of the priming process. During priming view this page to see the pump priming progress. The zero button will reset values to zero. Figure 3-10: Setup System for Reverse Prime 2.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Job Report Setup A Job Report contains all the necessary information to build an application report after the job is completed. Application reports are generated in the Fieldware Map Manager desktop program. Job Report is accessed from the ARM Launcher page (Figure 3-12). Select the Job Report tab and move to the Main Job Report Page (Figure 3-12). Table 3-3 describes each Job Report menu item.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Job Report Detailed Description Item Description Wind Speed Enter the observed Wind Speed. Units are based on the Units set in Console Setup. If no wind speed is to be entered, set this to NO. Wind Direction Enter the observed Wind Direction from the following directions NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW, N and Not Observed. Temperature Enter the observed Temperature. Units are based on the Units set in Console Setup.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 ARM Setup ARM Setup handles all data file names as well as a few product application parameters. To run ARM Setup, select the ARM Setup tab in the ARM Launcher page (Figure 3-13). This brings up the Main ARM Setup page (Figure 3-13) right image. When ARM is first started, it asks the operator to enter/select a job name (see "Starting a Job" on page 2-4). This job name is used to automatically name all of the job related files.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 ARM Setup Detailed Description Setup Item Description Record File (.RCD) The spray trajectory data for a particular PCM/product application is stored in the Record file. The Record file contains rate, spray on and spray off data, and report data entered in the Job Report, as well as total boom width information. This file can be imported into the Fieldware Map Manager program where an application report can be generated. Maps of a (.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Auto Boom Shutoff (Section Center) Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 can automatically control up to ten sections. Auto boom shutoff works when the center of a section enters an applied area the controller will automatically turn that section off. Auto Boom Shutoff requires the addition of a SFM (Switch Function Module) that will tee directly into the CAN system (Figure 3-14).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Enter a Record, Boundary, Guideline, or Map File Name The file name defaults to the Job name (Figure 3-16) with file extension (.RCD,.BND,.GLN, or.GMF). If the job name is not used for this file name a new Record file name can be entered using the arrow keys on the Legacy 6000 console. To use an existing Record file, press the Folder button. The Folder button brings up a filename dialog from which an existing Record file can be selected (Figure 3-16).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Product Setup Product setup is used to associate a product to a Product Control Module (PCM), as well as setup preset product application rates. To run Product Setup, select the Product Setup tab in the ARM Launcher page (Figure 3-17). This brings up the Select PCM page (Figure 3-18). Running the Product Setup Wizard When the PCM has been selected, the first page in Product Setup is the Main Product Setup page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Product Setup Detailed Description Setup Item Description In Use Defines whether the currently selected PCM is used in product application. Choose Yes or No. Prescription If doing Variable Rate product application, select the prescription file (.ARM) that contains the prescription information for that PCM. The (.ARM) file must be on the root of the PC card, and the PC card must be inserted into the Legacy 6000 console.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Select PCM Page The Select PCM page (Figure 3-18) displays all PCMs that are setup and running when Product Setup is entered. Product setup must be run for each PCM to be used in the application process. If there is only one PCM connected this page will not appear and will advance directly to Product Setup parameters. Select the desired PCM to begin the Product Setup process for that PCM.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Select the Product Name If variable rate product application is being done, the product name can be extracted from the (.ARM) file (Figure 3-19). If variable rate product application is not being done, the name of the product being applied can be selected from the Fieldware Products Data base. The product name is written to the header portion of the (.RCD) file. New Product Button Start to type name here.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Variable Rate Application When applying at variable rates a prescription map is needed. Prescription maps will contain product rate information and Product name. The file format that the Legacy excepts is a .ARM file. A shape file can be converted to a .ARM using Mid-Tech Fieldware Tools desktop software. Recent versions of prescription writing software can export a .ARM format. The .ARM file must be placed on the root directory of the card.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Multiproduct Variable Rate There are two ways of creating prescriptions to perform multiproduct variable rate applications. The first way is to create a separate prescription map for each product. The second way is to create one prescription map with all the products in one file. Prescription Map for Each Product Repeat the procedure below for each PCM and product prescription map. 1. From the ARM Launcher page select Product Setup. 2.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 One Prescription Map for All Products Repeat the procedure below for each product (PCM) and select the same prescription map for each PCM. Make sure to change the Layer to distinguish which product is assigned to each PCM. 1. From the ARM Launcher page select Product Setup. 2. Select the Desired PCM to be setup. 3. Locate and select Prescription in the center of the screen. 4.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 One Prescription Map for All Products Continued 5. Select the layer that matches the product and PCM selected. Note: The operator must know which product is assigned to each layer in the map. 5. To help verify that the correct layer and product has been selected the product name should appear. Select the Prescription Map Layer If a multiproduct prescription file is not being done, it will not be necessary to set anything in this page.
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Chapter 4 - Real-time Operation Operating Fieldware for the Legacy 6000. Software Version 2.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Product Application When the Real-time Setup process is complete, (See “Chapter 3 - Real-time Setup” on page 3-1.), product application can begin. This is accomplished by pressing the ARM Bull’s-eye located in the ARM Main Launcher page (Figure 4-1).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Information Pages There are three information pages consisting of two Rate pages and a GPS / Boundary page. Rate Pages The Rate pages display various information related to the product and associated PCM. Highlighting a product control soft-key determines which rate information is displayed on the rates page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Adjusting the Product Application Rate A product’s rate can be adjusted while applying. To adjust a product rate, press the appropriate product control soft-key, which pops-up a side menu (Figure 4-5). This menu varies based on how the PCM is setup. Typically this side menu contains any preset rates defined in Product Setup, an On or Off setting, a Manual mode, and a VR mode if doing variable rate application.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Test Speed To simulate a speed without moving the operator can use a function call Test Speed. Test Speed is accessed by pressing the System Devices button. Locate the PSM device and press the Test Speed button. Turn Test Speed on and enter the speed for simulation. NOTE: once setting are applied the system will start to operate at the entered test speed. If boom and pump are on the system will begin to apply.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Information Page Soft Keys Descriptions Soft-key Description The Exit soft-key. When pressed Fieldware ARM exits out of the real-time process and returns to the Main Menu page. The Next Page soft-key. Pressing this soft-key switches between the map page and the rates page. The Alternate Rates Page soft-key. Press this to view additional product information, such as sensor and monitor status and current implement width. The Stop Alarm soft-key.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Map Page To access the Map page from the information pages select the Next Page (Blue arrow on the bottom right of the screen). The Map pages allows the product application progress to be viewed. This page displays the vehicle at its current location, as well as current implement status. The application trajectory is also displayed. If doing variable rate application using a prescription map, the prescription map is seen in the background.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Real-time Map Page Soft-key Descriptions Soft-key Description The Exit soft-key. When pressed Fieldware ARM exits out of the real-time process and returns to the Main Menu page. The Next Page soft-key. Pressing this soft-key switches between the map page and the rates page. The Zoom In soft-key. When pressed decreases the area displayed in the view page. There are a total of 5 zoom levels. The Zoom Out soft-key.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Soft-key Description The New GuideLine soft-key. This soft-key appears after the initial guideline has been created. When pressed, this soft-key changes to the Mark A soft-key and guidance is disabled until a new guideline is created by pressing Mark A and then Mark B. The Switch Guideline soft-key. This soft-key appears when more than one guideline has been created. Straight-line Parallel Guidance soft-key.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Soft-key Description The Switch Circle Guideline soft-key. This button appears when the guidance mode is circle pivot and there is more than one circle guideline created. Pressing this allows the selection of a different existing circle guideline. The Map Field Boundary Off soft-key. When this soft-key is displayed, the field boundary is not being mapped. When pressed this soft-key changes to the Map Field Boundary On soft-key.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 System, Warning and Error Messages Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 provides system operation feedback in the form of System messages, Warnings, and Error Messages. This system information is displayed in the top portion (banner bar) of the rates page and map page. Some messages are displayed on the lightbar, see (Lightbar Index on page 5-35) for more information about these messages. System Message A system message does not obstruct real-time operation.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Error Message An error message stops real-time operation until the problem is resolved. The alarm sounds, a dialog is presented to the user (Figure 4-13), and the user must respond to the dialog. The response to the dialog is typically an acknowledgement of the error. The error message in Figure 4-13 is a result of a sensor on PCM #1 being disconnected. The operator is asked to acknowledge this error by pressing the enter key.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Real-time Guidance Operation This portion of the user’s guide assumes you have activated the Fieldware Manual Guidance plugin, see Chapter 2 of this user’s guide. Fieldware-SA for the legacy 6000 allows you to perform product application and vehicle guidance simultaneously. To run guidance while applying a product, the Lightbar setting must be set to Text/ Lights (Lightbar Setup on page 5-9).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Straight-Line Guidance Pattern This section describes how to run the Straight-Line Guidance pattern. This pattern provides guidance along straight lines based off of an initial A-B reference line. This is the default guidance pattern when real-time operation is first started. The first step is to establish the initial A-B guideline. This initial baseline is used to calculate all other parallel guidelines.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Headland Guidance Pattern This section describes how to operate the Headland guidance pattern. The Headland pattern is selected when the operator wants to drive several circuits around the field boundary and be guided around all circuits that occur after the first circuit. When several headland circuits have been completed, the operator then has the choice of switching back to the Straight-Line pattern.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Headland Pattern Example In this example the operator wants to apply two headland passes to the field and then switch to Straight-Line mode and apply the remainder of the field with straight-line parallel swath guidance. After the first headland circuit the operator pulls parallel to the first circuit swath and begins applying the second circuit while being guided parallel to the first circuit.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Figure 4-20 shows the operator continuing to drive around the second headland circuit. Figure 4-20: Continuing Around the Second Circuit. Switching from Headland to Straight-line A-B Pattern When the operator has completed the desired number of headland circuits, two circuits in our current example, guidance can be switched to the Straight-Line Pattern to apply the remainder of the field in that pattern.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Figure 4-21 shows the operator applying product in the Parallel pattern. Because the initial A B line was established during the curved guidance process, the user can immediately start straight-line guidance by pressing the guidance mode button . Figure 4-21: Switched from Headland Pattern to Straight-Line Pattern. Figure 4-22 shows the completed field.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Ignore Headland Guidance Pattern The Ignore Headland Guidance pattern allows you to apply the headlands and then ignore that data when applying in the interior of the field. Using this option will improve your ability to be guided to the start of the next pass, right side of Figure 23.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Ignore Headland Pattern Example Step 1: Start Applying Headlands From the Map page during real-time operation, make sure you are in Headland guidance mode. Press the Headland On button and begin applying the first headland pass. During the first pass you can be mapping out the field boundary, see (Mapping a Field Boundary on page 5-30). Apply as many headland passes as you like.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Step 3: Establish First Interior Pass Once you have completed all of your headland passes and the Headland Off button has been pressed, you can begin applying the first interior pass. Because you have not pressed the Ignore Headland button, you can still use the headland trajectory for guidance. Pull along side any headland trajectory and begin applying, the lightbar should begin to display guidance information.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 If you forgot to turn headland off after turning it on, you can: • consider all sprayed passes as part of the headland. • Complete their current pass, • Press the Headland Off soft-key, • Make a pass guiding along the headland (last pass), • Switch to Ignore headland mode. • Continue making passes.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Circle Pivot Pattern This section describes how to operate the Circle Pivot pattern. The Circle Pivot pattern is used when the operator wants to apply product in a center pivot field while being guided along a circular guideline that matches the center pivot radius. The Circle Pivot pattern operates very similar to the Parallel pattern.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Circle Pivot Example Marking Point A In this example the operator wants to apply product to a portion of a field that has a center pivot on it. The operator drives around this portion creating a headland. While driving parallel to an existing wheel track the operator marks the initial A point. Figure 4-28 shows the operator beginning to drive the along the center pivot perimeter.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Driving in the Circle Pivot Pattern When the operator has marked point B, the circle guideline appears in the Map page and the lightbar begins providing guidance instructions. It is not necessary to drive the entire circumference of the center pivot in order to initiate guidance.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Figure 4-32: Guiding Along Field Headland Figure 4-33: Operating in Circle Pivot Pattern Figure 4-33 shows product application in progress and Figure 4-34 shows the completed portion of the center pivot.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Lightbar Curved Guidance Graphics Fieldware’s two curved guidance techniques employ a lightbar text display graphic that aids the operator when navigating parallel to a curved swath. The X-Track LED method that is employed in Parallel mode is also employed when driving curved guidance. A projected swath-path graphic is displayed in the text display area of the lightbar, see Figure 435. This projected path is made up of four horizontal bars.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Applied Area Detection Fieldware detects when the vehicle has entered a previously applied area and can also be setup to notify the operator when approaching a previously marked hazard. To use applied area detection the Lightbar Setup - Alarm menu field must be setup prior to starting guidance. See (Lightbar Setup on page 5-9) of this User Guide for more details on how to set up this menu field.
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Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Mapping a Field Boundary Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 allows the creation of a map of the field boundary while applying product around the perimeter of the field. A field boundary can be created in all four guidance options; Parallel, Curved, Headland, and Circle Pivot. The field boundary data is stored in the file that was named in the ARM Setup menu (See “ARM Setup” on page 3-31.).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Figure 4-40: Marking Initial Guideline Figure 4-41 shows the vehicle about to complete driving the field perimeter. The initial guideline has been established and a product application map is being created while mapping the field boundary. When the vehicle approaches the starting point, within approximately 30 ft. (10 m), the boundary automatically closes.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Mapping Points and Hazards Mapping points and hazards during the product application process is another feature of Fieldware for the Legacy 6000. There are two types of mapping objects that can be selected; Point and Hazard. Each of these object types are described in more detail below. Map Object Soft-key Figure 4-42: The Point Soft-key Marking a Point The map object Point allows a point to be marked at the vehicle location.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Marking a Hazard The map object Hazard allows a hazard to be marked at the vehicle location. The map object Hazard can be used later in Hazard Detection to notify the operator of potentially hazardous objects or features within the field. Hazard detection does not work with point objects. To map a hazard, drive to the location of the object or feature to be mapped. This location should coincide with the location of the GPS antenna.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Exiting Real-Time Operation To exit from real-time operation, press the Exit button located on the bottom left hand corner of the current page. If data is being stored to the PC card, the exiting process may take a minute or so to properly store this data. Figure 4-45: Exiting Real-time Application Fieldware-Map Manager Some Legacy 6000 system kits include Fieldware Tools for an office computer or laptop.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Lightbar Index The Swath XL Lightbar is capable of displaying a considerable amount of information to the user. This information can be represented as text in the display window, illuminated lights on the stop light or cross track LEDs, or a combination of text and lights. Information displayed on the lightbar depends on both user defined settings and system warnings not controlled by the user.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Lightbar State Description X-Track Error: A user defined lightbar message. This cross track error message is displayed when the vehicle is on the guideline and there is no error. X-Track Error: A user defined lightbar message. In this example the operator should steer to the left 2.3 ft. (Assuming the system unit is set to US and Lightbar is set to Swath mode.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Lightbar State Description Hazard Detection: The name of the hazard is displayed when the vehicle is approaching an existing hazard. Note the Yellow stop lights are illuminated indicating the initial warning. Hazard Detection: The name of the hazard is displayed when the vehicle is approaching an existing hazard. Note the Red stop lights are illuminated indicating the final warning.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Data Transfer and Report Generation Data collected to the PC card in the Legacy 6000 console can be transferred to a desktop or laptop computer. When transferred to a computer, an Application Report can be generated using the Fieldware Map Manager program.
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Chapter 5 - System Tools System Diagnostics "Fieldware for the Legacy 6000". Software Version 2.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 System Tools System Tools allows some basic system diagnostics to be performed. System Tools is accessed from the Main Launcher page. To access the System Tools launcher, press the Tools button in the Main Launcher page (the help text should say View System Tools). This action brings up the System Tools launcher page. Table 5-1 below lists the current System Tools. Each tool is covered in more detail in sections below.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Device Manager This tool allows the viewing of all components connected to the Mid-Tech Legacy 6000 system. In Fieldware - CB, the CAN Bus, GPS Receiver, Lightbar, PCM, SSM, PSM and Console are available for diagnostics. Scroll through all of the connected devices and review the current status of these devices by selecting the Information “i” button. From the information page detailed information about each device can be viewed.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 GPS Receiver This tool allows the viewing of any GPS data coming into the com port on the Legacy 6000. It is recommended this diagnostic be run the first time the GPS receiver is connected to the Legacy 6000 console. To access the GPS Receiver diagnostic page from the Main Launcher page / System Tools page / GPS Receiver.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 PCM, SSM, and PSM When selecting one of the Modules as the device for diagnostics, a Module Information page is displayed, listing the Module serial number and version number. Figure 5-5: The Console Information Page PCM, SSM, & PSM SoftKeys and Description Button Description Update the module’s flash. Software must be loaded on the PC card for the Module to be updated. Contact Mid-Tech for update support. View general module information.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Console When selecting Console as the device for diagnostics, a Console Information page is displayed, listing the console serial number and version number Figure 5-6: Console SoftKeys and Description Button Description System File Backup. Press this button and the console system files are backed up to the PC card. Update Console System Files. Press this button to update the console system files with system files located on the PC card.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Plug-Ins activated can be reviewed from the Console Information page. Backing up Console System Files The Legacy 6000 (L6K) system files can be backed up to a PC card. This allows the system to be restored at a later date or transferred to another L6K console if necessary. Required Items: • 20 Meg (or larger) ATA Flash PC Card CAUTION: Always make sure that the console is powered off before inserting or removing the PC card.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Importing Object Name Files into Console Memory Fieldware - SA allows Object Name Files to be imported. An Object Name File is a simple text file that contains a list of Point and Hazard object names that are commonly used during product application and mapping. Using an Object Name file helps to efficiently store, select, and name mapping objects while out in the field. File names can be named for a specific task or theme such as Field Mapping or Weeds.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Card Manager Card Manager is an application that allows basic file manipulations such as cut, copy, and paste to files on a PC card. The PC card must be inserted into the Legacy console prior to using Card Manager. Figure 5-7: The Card Manager Page Card Manager SoftKeys and Description Button Description Create a New Folder - Press this button to create a new folder at the current location on the PC card.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Button Description Copy File or Folder - To copy a file or folder and paste it to a new location press this button. Then move to the desired location and press the Paste button Paste File/Folder - When the desired File/Folder has been Cut or Copied, navigate to the target location and press this button to paste it. Exit - Press this to exit the Card manager application.
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Chapter 6 - Running Mapper Mapper for the Legacy 6000. Software Version 2.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Mapper Introduction Mapping specific locations in a field is an important requirement in precision agriculture. The Mapper program allows the operator to Map specific locations or more generalized areas of a field. Once a desired location is mapped the operator can then return to that location at a later date or use that map as a background for future use.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Starting a Job Pressing the Mapper button in the Fieldware Main Launcher brings up the Job page (Figure 6-2). When a Job is created a folder is created on the PC card labeled with same name. All files related to this job (Map File, Background File, and Base map File) will be stored in this folder. There are three methods for entering/selecting a job name. Creating a New Job To create a new job, press the Create Job button in the Job page (Figure 6-2).
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Manually Naming a Job From the New Job Name page (Figure 6-3). Using the arrow keys enter the name of your job. It is not necessary to use all numbers in the job name. It can contain alpha-numbers characters. When the desired job name is entered, press the Forward Arrow to save the name and return to the Job page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Mapper Setup There are two optional setup features for Mapper that can make the Mapper application more detailed and efficient, Mapper Setup and Road Markers. No settings are needed in either of the two options for the Mapper session to begin (Table 6-1). Mapper Setup and Operation Steps Soft-key Step Description Mapper Setup. Run this setup to name data files and set the data collection rate.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Mapper Setup Mapper Setup consists of four setup parameters involving file names, importing background and Base map files as well as the collection interval time. Please review Table 6-2 for a more detailed description of each option. Figure 6-4: Mapper Setup Mapper Setup Options Description Map File The Map File will have the same file name entered for the Job Name. The file name can be changed to better describe the application.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Road Markers To help make the mapper session more efficient the Road Markers option allows the pre-naming of commonly used points and hazard. These names will appear on the left side of the real-time map page (Figure 6-12). Figure 6-5: Selecting Road Markers Parameter Description Marker # The type of marker being defined: Point, Hazard, and Not Used. Name # The name of the marker defined above.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Enter Road Marker Name To enter a road marker name select the Marker #1 and press the green enter button. Use the Up and Down arrows to select Point or Hazard and press the green forward arrow or the enter button. Next select Name #1 and enter the desired name (See “Creating Object Name” on page 6-9.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Creating Object Name Creating New Object Name From the object name page the operator can select from existing object names or create a new name by selecting the Pencil and Paper button (Figure 6-7) left image. Enter the object name and press the green forward arrow to advance back to the next page.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Real-time pages To access the Mapper real-time page select the green Field button from the mapper launcher page. There are two real-time pages, an Information page and Map page. Each will be described in more detail. Launch Mapper Figure 6-9: Mapper Launcher Button Map page The Map pages is the first page the operator will view when entering the mapper session. The map page allows the mapper application progress to be viewed.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Map Page Soft Keys Descriptions Soft-key Description The Exit soft-key. Press to exit the Mapper real-time process and return to the Mapper Launcher page. The Next Page soft-key. Press to alternate between the Map page and the Navigation page. The Stop Alarm soft-key. Press to mute an alarm. The Device Manager soft-key. Press to launch Device Manager diagnostics.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Soft-key Description The Center Vehicle soft-key. Press to center the vehicle in the map page. Generate Object soft-key. Pressed to bring up a menu that allows you to set up a map object to be mapped (see (Mapper Tools on page 4-14)). The Pan soft-key. Press to pan around in the map page, using the arrow keys. Antenna Offset soft-key. Press to change the antenna offset. Erase Object soft-key. Press to erase the last object or object vertex created.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Information Page There is one information page which displays the current Latitude and longitude vehicle position, Antenna Height, GPS speed, Course in degrees (North 0o), and file size. Figure 6-11: Real-Time Information Page Information Page SoftKeys and Description Soft-key Description The Exit soft-key. When pressed Fieldware ARM exits out of the real-time process and returns to the Main Menu page. The Next Page soft-key.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Mapper Tools The primary task performed in the Map page is object mapping. In Mapper, objects include points, polylines, or polygons. As explained before, you can pre-define some point and hazard objects in the Road maker setup. Each pre-defined object has a corresponding soft-key in the Map page. Mapping objects are also accessed via the Map Objects soft-key. Pressing this soft-key activates a menu containing all graphical object types.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Object Description Polygon-Mark. Use to map or locate features that can be represented by a closed shape made up of discrete points. The Map Object soft-key changes to the Polygon-Mark soft-key. Press to mark a point along the polygon perimeter. A prompt asks for an object name. Polygon-Stream. Use to map or locate features that can be represented by a closed shape made up of streaming points.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 The Options Menu In the Map Page is an Options soft-key (Swiss Army Knife). Pressing the Options soft-key “popsup” a small menu window on the Map page (Figure 6-13). The options menu contains several mapping aides and tools that can be used without exiting out of the real-time process. All items in the Option menu are toggle type; the item is set to either on or off. To activate an Option item, simply arrow down to the item and press enter.
Fieldware for the Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Exiting Real-Time Operation To exit real-time operation, press the Exit button, located on the bottom left corner of the current page.When data is being stored to the PC card, the exiting process may take a minute or so to properly store this data. Exit soft-key Figure 6-14: Exiting Real-time Application Map Manager Some Legacy 6000 system kits include Fieldware Tools. This program can be used to view application “as-applied” and “mapper” maps.
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Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 GRANSERVO-B Favorite: Application GRANPWM-A GRANSERVO-A Favorite: GRANPWM-A Granular Application Granular Application name MAIN_BIN Application name MAIN_BIN Configuration Standard Configuration Split Drive PCM link None PCM link None Drive Type Servo Drive Type PWM Gain 3 Gain 1 Start Up Drive 20% Frequency 120Hz% Master Switch Close Min.Duty Cycle 23% Implement Status Close Max. Duty Cycle 77% Valve Delay 1.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 GRANDC-A SPINMOTOR-A Favorite: GRANDC-A Favorite: SPINMOTOR-A Application Granular Application Motor Application name GRANULAR_MICRO Application name SPINNERS Configuration Split Drive Configuration Standard PCM link None PCM link None Drive Type Units Control Basis Primary Sensor DC Motor Drive Type Servo Gain 3 lb/ac Start Up Drive 20% Area Master Switch Hold Implement Status Close Granular Valve Delay 1.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 INJ-A Favorite: INJ-A Application Liquid Application name INJECTION_PUMP Configuration Standard PCM link None Drive Type Injection Units fl oz/ac Control Basis Primary Sensor Area Injection Input A Sensor Name INJECTION_PUMP Calibration # 6.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Appendix B - Creating a Calibration Table A Calibration Table can be created two way, Midwest Technologies recommends the table be created on a PC and loaded on the Legacy. The second option is to create the table Using the Legacy 6000. A Calibration Table allows the operator to select from a predefined set of calibration #’s that are commonly used.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Loading Calibration Table in Legacy 6000 Loading the Calibration Table can be done in Five simple steps. With the console off place the PC Card in the Legacy 6000 and power the console on. 1. From the Main launcher page select the View Systems Tools button (wrench and ruler). 2. Select Device Manager from the system tools page. 3. From the device manager page select the Console device.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Using the Calibration Table To implement the Calibration table the table must be activated during PCM Primary Sensor setup. Once activated the Cal# can be changed in Product setup before any application. Midwest Technologies recommends that each Cal Table setting be calibrated using the calibration procedure from the ARM Launcher page. 1. Enter PCM Setup and navigate through PCM setup to Primary Sensor.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Creating a Calibration Table Using the Legacy 6000 • From PCM Setup navigate to the Primary Sensor page and select the tools button. • Use the Down arrow to highlight Cal# Basis and press enter. • Name the Cal# Basis, this will be the Name of the Cal Table. Once a name has been established continue forward through PCM Setup and apply the settings. • Advance to the ARM Launcher page and select the Calibration button.
Fieldware for The Legacy 6000 Software Version 2.11 Appendix C - NH3 Application When using the NH3 mode review the settings below to ensure the Cal # and Density have been entered correctly. The Cal # is located in PCM setup under Primary Sensor Tools. The Density value is accessed from the ARM launcher page in Product Setup. NH3 Application Cal# For All NH3 applications the Cal # units should be entered in Pulses / Gallon. The Cal # units DO NOT change even if the displayed units are in (lbs.
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