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1. WARRANTY REGISTRATION CLIENT COPY TOPPER 5500 VT CONTROLLER CLIENT AND IMPLEMENT INFORMATION REGISTRATION CITY STATE COUNTRY ACKNOWLEDGMENT RECEIPT OF WARRANTY CLAIMS TERMS do hereby declare through this witness that have received read and am aware of the terms and conditions contained in the warranty document which was delivered by an authorized Stara representative OWNER S SIGNATURE NAME OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP ADDRESS OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP STAMP OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP SIGNATURE OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP WARRANTY REGISTRATION DEARLERSHIP COPY TOPPER 5500 VT CONTROLLER CLIENT AND IMPLEMENT INFORMATION REGISTRATION IMPLEMENT MODEL SERIAL NUMBER INVOICE DATE OWNER S NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE COUNTRY ACKNOWLEDGMENT RECEIPT OF WARRANTY CLAIMS TERMS do hereby declare through this witness that have received read and am aware of the terms and conditions contained in the warranty document which was delivered by an authorized Stara representative OWNER S SIGNATURE NAME OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP ADDRESS OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP STAMP OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP SIGNATURE OF THE AUTHORIZED STARA DEALERSHIP Sf TECHNICAL DELIVERY TERMS ald TOPPER
2. Constant Evolution TOPPER 5500 VT Controller Instruction Manual gt X ORGULHO DE SER BRASILEIRO Stara Constant Evolution INSTRUCTION MANUAL TOPPER 5500 VT CONTROLLER STARA S A IND STRIA DE IMPLEMENTOS AGR COLAS CNPJ 91 495 499 0001 00 Av Stara 519 Caixa Postal 53 N o Me Toque RS Brazil CEP 99470 000 Telephone Fax 54 3332 2800 e mail stara stara com br Home page www stara com br July 2015 Revision D MANU 7310 551 CONTENT FOREWORDE Era le ses 7 INTRODUCTION crianca ita a Rua dace IT 9 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION an ee dE a dd sates 11 Za ECRNICALSPECIFICATIONS Seesen 12 3 TOPPER 5500 INSTALLATION siasscecscettnccnccavassaesensecvenadczahacateaadesbeansdecsekensaeseskoanbanedbnennansecboansadess 14 ASGETTNS STARTED atril dia tai Pad A ovale 15 CON Sois 15 A ID E A DN SEERE Ere arn ERE 15 diz Sener lic Start 15 Os GENERAL OPERATION dias 23 DEVE O O ai aa 23 BK RR jo 10 GE ee UE SS ENE OND a EEN RAR ee RD REE 23 OZ a AVANCE ren He ae DL Aree eee an 24 6 2 Machines at O a in A ER A ri 24 6 2 1 Measl remenls mando ee 25 8 2 11 Antenna NEON israel ia 25 0 2 22 Antena OS anna arg 26 0 213 lmplementanlenna essen 26 6 2 1 4 Center to wheel sensor ae 26 82 1 9 APppIIcaon WIA cpa I een 27 8 2 1 6 NUmber of sections soe 27 02 2 6 HT italia REE 27 822 1 EGE Dar ann nee Rennes 28 6 2 2 2 Auto steer Topper Driver Lado eu Nennen 28 6 2 2 2 1 Topper Driv
3. Topper 5500 VT has a sensitive touch screen Be careful not to press and stress the screen which could damage it Avoid using direct water jet spray on electronic devices and electrical cables on the machine Use extreme great care so that the Topper 5500 VT will not be dropped Should it fall to the ground it will incur serious damages Do not allow the Topper 5500 VT to come into contact with water or it could be damaged Do not touch menus which could change and affect the factory settings of the equipment The user operator should be apt to use the Topper 5500 VT according to the dealership or technician training The Topper 5500 VT system has been programmed to maintain the machine in a proper working conditions To extend the working life of your machine do not ignore alarms displayed on your Topper 5500 VT To clean the Topper 5500 VT screen if necessary use a dry soft clot this will extend the life of your screen without scratches 6 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara NOTE E Should you have any questions seek assistance at your nearest dealership or authorized Stara technicians Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EA WARRANTY CLAIMS Must be kept on file The information contained in this warranty claim has been written in a generalized way thus covering your new Stara implement Should there be the need for additional information regarding the use of your implement we suggest reading the inst
4. Topper offers a selection of flag types to be used rock tree lake arrow whole tower to do so go to Menu gt Field gt Flag gt Type A list of flags will be shown The user selects the desired flag for his Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara type of situation Since each flag has its own proper name Topper allows you to change the name of any flag just go to Menu gt Field gt Flag gt Edit Topper s keyboard will be displayed to edit the name After the name has been changed press the Plus key to confirm the changes If there are many flags in the field the user can select between them Menu gt Field gt Flag gt Select Having selected a flag Topper will show where the flag is and the distance between the machine and the flag Menu gt Field gt Flag gt Drive to Flag This menu allows you to drive to the flag or not ATTENTION These resources are only available when a flag is created Otherwise some selection menus will remain inactive On this menu you can still see the distance between one and another flag As an example if the user marked a flag at the beginning of its field and at the end another flag was marked you will be able to see the distance between the beginning of the field and its end through the flag Menu gt Field gt Flag gt Measure Distance Note that the distance will be shown in meters NOTE E On every menu carefully read the configuration assistant for a deepe
5. system diagnostics and its modules Menu gt Systems 6 6 1 Language There are four options on the Topper 5500 which are Portuguese English Russian and Spanish Menu gt Systems gt Language Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual KER Stara 6 6 2 Date and Time The system Date and Time are adjusted automatically through the GPS signal leaving only the time zone to be configured by the user To adjust the time zone access Menu gt System gt Date time gt Time Zone 6 6 3 Audible alarm The audible warning Buzzer is an audible warning emitted by the Topper to draw the attention of the operator to the screen Menu gt Systems gt Audible Alarm There are only two options in the system for the audible alarm Buzzer on and off NOTE As a standard Topper 5500 VT comes with audible alarm turned on 6 6 4 Bluetooth Currently if possible you can connect using Bluetooth to the Topper 5500 To do so you will need a device which has the same functional options As an example are the integrated radios found on Stara s machines Menu gt Systems gt Bluetooth 6 6 4 1 Radio pairing To pair the radio DEH X6680BT to the Topper it must come with the Bluetooth turned on Figure 24 6 6 4 2 Step by step Bluetooth Follow these steps when pairing two devices 1st Step turn on the Topper 5500 and go to Menu gt System gt Bluetooth gt Pairing 2nd Step next click the Pairing button 3
6. It is used to control the PWM instantaneously according to the rate being applied But that is not all it also runs a complete diagnostics of the system with relationship to the application bringing data from the Topper screen such as short circuit power rates digital and analog etc 74 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 10 3 TD2 Pod Machines with auto steering are controlled by the TD2 Pod It controls the machine automatically be it in a straight line or in curves without the need of having an operator to drive Simply have an AB line created on the Topper and the auto steer will drive the machine by itself The only legn stico concern for the operator is having to O O O oO u AE disable it Modo do Aplica o Registr End SA SER Figure 59 11 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS DURING THE OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT AND THE MACHINE Always watch for alarms on the Topper 5500 VT before and after operating the machine e After applying the parking brake verify that the ladder travel is free of obstructions e Do not operate the ladder with persons or objects on it e Do not apply the parking brake when the machine is in motion e Do not drive the machine when the parking brake has been applied e Always apply the parking brake when parking the machine Configure the equipment only when the machine is parked thus avoiding distractions while driving e When driving on public roads always activate the auto
7. Stara to the Topper Should the port be configured as none deactivate the GPS No signal alarm and the color fill and the machine s shape will not appear on the controller s screen Besides these configurations you can configure the signal type being received by the Topper Menu gt System gt GPS gt Select On this menu a list of available signal types will be listed such as Gl1de TerraStar OmniStar and personalized e Glide is a free signal used on all machines which come with the GPS antenna e OmniStar is paid signal supplied by Novatel This is a more acceptable signal for applications demanding higher accuracy e TerraStar is a paid signal supplied by Novatel This is a more acceptable signal for applications demanding higher accuracy e RTK is the signal received by the Evolution RTK base which is supplied by Stara The indicated signal is used on applications which demand a higher accuracy like when planting 6 6 5 1 GPS Configuration Topper allows you to save a point to facilitate with the OmniStar signal convergence To do so go to Menu gt Field PLot gt Flag gt New After clicking on New follow the directions below Blue flag gt Type of flag gt Save Point Next your point has been created e Restore a point this options helps reduce waiting time to convert the paid signal This time is reduced for a few seconds but in order to maintain accuracy it is important that the signal is conv
8. e Automatic shut off is the Figure 21 function to avoid overlapping in that the Topper calculates the best timing to shut off the sections based on the previously applied area and on the overlap measurements supplied by the operator NOTE So that the shut off is done properly the measurements need to be correct 6 4 1 Distance Is the distance in meters which the machine will travel in an area which has already been applied before shutting off the application To access this menu go to Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Auto Shut off gt Distance Set the forward overlap gap at which the auto application system gt gt will be shut off gt Figure 22 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EA Stara 6 4 2 Overlapping Is a percentage of the measurement in meters being overlapped so that the Topper 5500 will turn on or turn off the application This percentage is referent to the width of the machine Access menus Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Auto shut off gt Overlap Set the forward overlap gap at which the auto application system x E will be shut off Figure 23 ATTENTION The Distance and Overlap menus influence the application 6 5 Field The field is the job area of the machine in a region which can have borders AB lines and application areas To create a field go to Menu gt Field gt New After the new one has been created note that the jobs crea
9. the section valve is responsible for turning off the solution flow to a sprayer section There are two types mainly used calibrated return valve or right hand valve The model currently used is the calibrated return type whose function is to switch the boom section flow to the tank when the section is turned on If the calibrated return is adjusted well it will serve to reduce the pressure spikes when turning on or turning off the sprayer sections e Flowmeter the flowmeter measures the amount of solution being sent to the sprayer booms It is a digital sensor which uses a pulses per liter factor to calculate the rate being applied by the system e Pressure sensor is an analog sensor which reads the operational system spray pressure It is used by the Topper when applying a compensation rate calculation besides being used as a calibration reference point when calibrating the calibrated returns The pressure sensor along with the flowmeter are the main sensors used when controlling the spraying 6 8 2 2 Pressure configuration The spray actuator calibration is different from the distribution actuator At this stage the returns and pressures are calibrated To do so use the Follow Me Function which will assist the user regarding the menus needing to be accessed first First configure the Pressure Control and Shut off options To do so access Menu gt Machine gt Spray conti Rad Configuration gt Options Within this m
10. 5500 VT CONTROLLER Constant Evolution This form must be completed by the technician CLIENT COPY DELIVERY DATE DEALERSHIP INVOICE N FACTORY INVOICE N CUSTOMER DATA NAME CONTACT ADDRESS CITY PRODUCT DATA MODEL MANUFACTURED DATE SERIAL N INTRODUCTION Show how to access the system and types of users Show the menus and sub menus of the main screen On machines with sections explain the switch positions of the Sections Pod and its operation GENERAL Show and discuss the following items console antenna power cable antenna cable memory stick and the Pods Check for possible crack and scratches on the panels N Verify that the antenna has been installed on the cabin and its open to the sky it is important that the installation is done on the center beam of the cabin and that there are no other antennas nearer then 60 cm be it cellular or ham radios ne N Turn on the console Instruct the operator that when taking off the panel should be turned off ne Make sure that the console and the Sections Pod when it is being used installations have easy access during the operation a N Verify that the antenna cable was properly installed and it does not interfere with moving an N parts heat sinks or radio wires Install the power and communication cables so that there is no interferences which might cause crushing and cutting of the c
11. Alarm delay as a factory standard this alarm comes set to 3 seconds but the user can adjust these up to 20 seconds This function is meant to display any alarm on Topper s screen within the time setting specified e Speed this menu adjusts the alarm limit setting for the maximum allowable speed limit On the tank 1 configuration the user can also manage the following menus e Rate 1 on this menu you adjust the high and low rate percentages with relationship to the actual rate e Tank 1 product tank minimum adjustment Or be it that if the tank has a capacity for 5000 kg and the user set the minimum for 300 kg when the product tank is below 300 kg an alarm will appear on Topper s screen e Pressure adjust the high or low pressure alarm setting for spraying e Flow adjust the high or low flow rate alarm setting for spraying e Discs you can adjust for high or low disc rpm on the spreader 10 POD The Topper 5500 is made up of Pods which assist in the application control of the machine In this manner Topper exchanges information with alike units and thus controlling the following as an example pilot rate section shut off etc 10 1 Sections Pod On all machines with more than one section it is mandatory the use of a Section Pod being that it is responsible for section shut off on the machine be they automatic or manual shut off 10 2 Universal Pod All machines with a variable rate system use the Universal Pod
12. EN Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 2 1 5 Application width This defines the job area width to which the product will be applied Remembering that in order to achieve the desired application width the Application width is dependent on the type of product being used In the case of the sprayers this width is defined by the nozzle spacing and the quantity of nozzles of each boom section Set the width for this product x Figure 7 6 2 1 6 Number of sections This measurement is used in many machines in order to define how many sections can use the Topper 5500 section shut off function There are machines with two three up to seven sections In the distribution version we have two sections this being on the Hercules with dual slide gates 6 2 2 Optional In many machines we had many options available being that some are specific to certain types of machines while others can be used across the board on all machines The options available on the Topper 5500 VT are e Light bar e Auto steer e Load cells Press next to configure these options To access these options just go to Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Options then follow these steps Figure 8 1st Step all available options which can be changed will be listed on the left side 2nd Step after pressing next the next available option will be shown and this process will be followed until the last option is pres
13. Topper We also have the PWM sensor which reads the motor that turns the feeder belt and sends the information to the Topper through the Universal Pod With these readings Topper can adjust the rates being applied or as a desired instantaneous application e PWM Pulse Width Modulation is a technical modulation which controls the pulse width formally the duration of a pulse based on information from the modulator signal Its main use is in the controlling voltage for the electrical devices especially power loads In this manner you can change the application rates thus maintaining the applications with efficiency EN Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 8 1 2 Spreader actuator calibration To calibrate go to Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Actuator 1 Calibration 1st Step at this phase of the calibration all menus needing to be changed during the calibration will be shown on the left side of the screen 2nd Step user to enter the number of teeth on the wheel sensor gear Thig are the calibration settings for the drive press next to begin where the feedback sensor makes gt the reading Figure 30 3rd Step the moment that the calibration button is pressed the Topper 5500 will drive the PWM at maximum speed and then at four lesser speeds In this manner you will be able to see the state of the valve After the finishing the calibration the Topper will display the highest achieved rpm by the sys
14. Topper to do so go to Menu gt Machine gt Configuration gt Options gt Load Cell and then turn on With the load cell turned on and ready to be calibrated follow the follow me option which will remain blinking on the screen displaying which menus can be changed Figure 12 Go to the calibration menu Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Tank level gt Zero out the load cell the product tank should be empty and the output reading of the scale should be stable Press Zero and follow the directions given by the configuration assistant After the scale has been zeroed out you will need to calibrate the gain Figure 13 To do so go to Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Tank level gt Calibrate gain To do this the user will need use a known weight a bag as an example and then select the gain calibration Next the tank level shown will be relative to the weight read on the scale being that the tank level bar has the maximum limit set by the user by going Does this machine have onboard load cells or not Machine ao EEES Capacity 1 Tank Level O 4 5000 kg Calibrate Tare Calibrate Gain Sps Figure 12 TEST Capacity 1 Tank Level 0 dl 5000 kg Calibrate Tare Calibrate Gain Figure 13 to Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Tank level gt Capacity 1 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual FE Stara 6 2 2 3 2 Load cell diagnostics The Topper 5500 VT can display load cell diagnostics th
15. date of the contractual warranty as issued by Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company 1 1 Accessories Some implements can be purchased through the authorized dealerships with pre installed accessories When dealing with accessories even though genuine Stara parts its warranty period has no relationship with the implement s warranty time frame Thus when purchasing your implement demand all sales receipts for the accessories which were installed on the implement which will allow you to partake in the said warranties of these items For detailed information regarding warranty coverage of genuine Stara accessories consult item 7 of this document 1 2 Transferable warranty This warranty is totally transferable to the subsequent owners of the implement as long as the new owner has possession of the original warranty claims document where all required periodic maintenance are logged and the starting date of the warranty 2 LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE Tires inner tubes and injection pumps are only directly guaranteed by their manufactures of the referred components Stara through its authorized dealerships limits itself to only forwarding the respective guarantees to the manufactures or their authorized distributors of said components Stara does not hold itself responsible for a positive or negative solution to a complaint which is presented by the owner Substituting complete assemblies like an engine transmission
16. implement specify the distance between the tractor hitch and the point at where the machine plants the product e Hitch axle specify the distance between the tractor hitch to the implement s axle e Line spacing specify the spacing between planting lines Number of lines specify the number of lines on each section e Center wheel sensor specify the relative distance between the wheel sensor and the axle center Use negative values for left offsets and positive values for right offsets 6 8 3 3 Machine calibrations The Topper 5500 uses a tool named Follow me which is used when a machine needs a calibration and the menus to be use for this task will remain blinking in red The user needs to simply and carefully read the user tips listed in each menu o mk R AR Figure 40 EN Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara e Step 1 firstly calibrate the Actuator 1 On this menu the operator simply needs to indicate the number of teeth on the PWM valve gear Next insert the information and press the PWM button on the machine and the Topper 5500 will do the rest automatically calibrating The system will operate at its maximum capacity and gradually at lower Capacities This procedure will define the maximum and minimum rates at which the machine can operate e Step 2 here we calibrate the planter s height The operator will need to place the planter at the job site lower it to its planting posi
17. is in meters defining by how much it will offset after the user presses the desired direction key ATTENTION A Offsetting can only be done if there is a AB line created e For AB Runline in order to enable this function the user needs to have an AB runline previously loaded on the Topper 5500 When the user presses the For the AB the GPS will shift so that and the machine will be positioned on the screen on the AB Runline closest to it Thus in this case we suggest for the user stop the machine and place its shanks on the ground and then press For the AB e For the flag for this function to be enabled the user needs to have a previously loaded flag on the Topper 5500 When the user presses the To the flag the GPS will shift so that the machine will position itself on the screen to the closest flag available Thus we suggest that the user stop the machine on that point on which he had marked the flag previously and then press To the flag This function has a flag limit of up to 20 meters from where the machine is located ATTENTION A To offset for the AB or Flags you will need to create both beforehand Besides all the options described above we are able to zero out all and any offsets performed by the Topper 5500 using the Reset offsets function by going to Menu gt Systems gt GPS gt Reset This function is useful when the user made an erroneous offset shift or when needing to restart a job field plot without any offse
18. minute at which the system is working then insert this value on the Topper 5500 Next the Topper will calculate the product factor For a better understanding of this process follow Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara the step by step descriptions of the calibration configuration assistant e Step 1 the Topper will display the previous calibration factor and will advise the user that when passing on to the next step all the sections need to be opened e Step 2 the Topper will ask for the sampling time span to be used on for each nozzle and how many nozzles will be used for the sampling collection e Step 3 at this stage the system will be stabilized at 3 bar and will await for the user to take collection samples on the nozzles as per the time span previously entered e Step 4 after the user has made the collection on the nozzles step 3 and pressing the Next option the Topper will close the spray sections and then will request for the volume collected from each nozzle e Step 5 after the collected volume value has been entered the Topper will display the new product calibration value Look at the table bellow illustrating an Imperador 3100 7 sections Note that the values collected are in milliliters Te senos seen senor seoran erone senor a2 jm jm jm me me AC CT A ES Table 3 With all the values these should be summed in the same fashion as the above table in order to obtain a
19. new entries of field plots machines jobs etc NOS Delete menu used for the deletion of field plots machines jobs etc Table 1 5 2 General icons The following pages list the general Topper 5500 icons and their specific functions Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual HER Stara Help RES Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Fault alarm Alarm Information Cancel Configurations x Ignored Import Export y Edit Update Lock Unlock O On Off Erase Menu Measurements Machine parked Clean joio ppa papas ao 7 Live mode d Top view felelete elelee o 9 Open viewing Stara Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EA Tree Flag type v A Flag offset Tower Bluetooth Bluetooth HFP gafea Bluetooth A2DP ESS ale en OM els laa le olle User permissions N wQ elle ON User Advanced user ale MM gt elle Technician alfa fm Die va User password Wi Fi Wi Fi password Wi Fi invalid Wi Fi disconnected Wi Fi status 1 Wi Fi status 2 Wi Fi status 3 Wi Fi status 4 Usor permissions PR WiFi password OR wima O EN A WiFidiscomected O EN msi O SEN OF vii O e O Wrs O e O mein Bm O G o MOM EM HOR 8 B m a an fan E fen nn pam ee Bruttus 12000 MPS Stara Planting Monitor 51 8 Super Bruttus 3000
20. or to the right This calibration may take a few minutes Proportional Regarding Proportional and Derivative calibrations being the function of the proportional to increase or decrease the attack of the machine when seeking the line or staying on it The Derivative has the sensitivity function to smooth out the machine and to keep it on the line Wheel angle the machine turns aggressively to the left and then to the right seeking maximum values Next the machine will begin turning to the left 1 and 5 degrees automatically finding the values After this calibration the wheel centering calibration will be done The machine will drive in a straight line until it finds the centering values and lastly the same procedure will be done for the right side turning 1 and 5 degrees until it finds the calibration values The ideal procedure for this calibration to be done without interruptions in a large area but if this is not possible the user can pause the calibration and drive the machine to a larger area then finalize the calibration Tilt to do the Tilt calibration it is of a fundamental importance that you enter the correct antenna height otherwise the calibration will be affected This calibration is defined by the degrees of tilt of the machine in reference to the ground for this reason this calibration should be done on level terrain The flatter the terrain the better will be the calibration results WARNING Carefully read what is
21. pages which are found at the end of this warranty claim The simple changing of oil and filters as shown on the scheduled maintenance guidelines does not omit the mandatory requirements for regular scheduled maintenances Not complying with the regular scheduled maintenance program can compromise the proper operation of your Stara implement leading to possible nonconformities which can be prevented by implementing a regular scheduled maintenance program Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company reserves the right to make that judgment Therefore we recommend that the whole scheduled maintenance program be fulfilled so that such situations can be avoided 7 WARRANTY OF GENUINE STARA REPLACEMENT PARTS 7 1 Purchased and installed at an authorized Stara dealerships In order to maintain the warranty of the genuine Stara replacement parts they are required to be purchased and installed by authorized Stara dealerships So that the warranty can be honored the original receipt for the genuine Stara replacement part along with the Service Order for the installation of the replacement part on the implement will be required as proof for the warranty period 7 2 Third party installation of purchased Stara authorized replacement parts Third party installation of purchased Stara authorized replacement parts are covered exclusively under the legal warranty of 90 ninety days against defects when proven to be due to the manufacturi
22. problems since this is more susceptible to human error The user will manually enter the wheel factor in meters per pulses To do so you will need to measure the diameter of the wheel and divide it by the number of teeth of the gear wheel which the sensor read then enter the calculated value at Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Options gt Wheel Factor NOTE On the sprayer 3100 we will have two factors to be entered The calculation made using the wheel diameter divided by the number of teeth of the gear wheel and read by the sensor need to be entered on both factors Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara e No sensor this is only recommended when the wheel sensor is having problems The speed will be generated by the GPS signal 6 2 2 4 2 Wheel sensor diagnostics To see the real time pulses that the sensor is reading you need to go to the following menus Menus gt Systems gt Diagnostics gt Universal Pod Through this menu we can see the pulses that the sensor is reading in real time and in meters per pulses 6 2 2 5 Tank level without a scale Currently the Topper 5500 VT has two ways of using the machine s tank levels Through the load cells or by calculating the amount of product applied On spreaders as an example we have both options Go to Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Tank level thus you can adjust to the maximum capacity besides being able to re start The follow me fun
23. the Topper will warn the user that upon pressing Next the sections will be opened and the Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EN Stara adjustment valve will begin to open until the system stabilizes at 3 bar e Step 2 the Topper will open all the sections and the adjustment valve will begin to open until the system stabilizes at 3 bar e Step 3 the Topper will close section 1 and will verify if the pressure was maintained between 2 7 and 3 3 bar If the pressure is out of range the configuration assistant will go to step 4 e Step 4 the Topper will indicate that this section needs to be calibrated After the user has re calibrated it the Next option needs to be pressed in order to repeat step 3 e Step 5 the Topper will repeat Step 3 on all questionable spray sections e Step 6 the Topper will display that the calibration is complete NOTE The machine needs to be doing a job in order to calibrate if not the calibrations can be compromised In the conventional mode or as it is known direct when a section is turned off the solution flow which used to go to that section is cut off thus causing the system pressure to increase since the pressure and the solution flow which was destined to that closed spray section will be equally divided between the others which are still open The opposite occurs when a section is opened The flow and system pressure are still not ready to supply solution to a recently opened secti
24. total for the collected liquid Thus the Topper will find a general medium summing the total values and dividing by the number of collection nozzles Total liquid volume collected 19 765 ml Total number of sample collection nozzles 21 3 nozzles per section Example the Imperador selected 21 nozzles as the total collection nozzles Each nozzle gave a collection sample Thus enter the m volume that was collected on the menu as volume 1 volume 2 and so forth up to volume 21 found in the menu Calibrate In this manner the Topper will generate an automatic calibration factor ATTENTION Value entry location depends on the number of collection nozzles In case it was collected from all the nozzles the value will be applied to all After these machine and product calibrations have been completed now the sprayer is ready to apply Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 8 2 5 Actuator in manual mode To calibrate in manual mode first the user needs to create a product Menu gt Machine gt Product gt New A predefined selection list with various products will appear Should you have more then one product selected you change product on Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Select This part will display all the current products created to this moment If the user wishes to change the name of a product simply access Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Edit With the product created you can now calibrate in manua
25. valve Second product overlap a Auto pilot proportional valve Seed sensor not communicating RTK Base Region Calibration button a i ma Distance from center of axle to Ez Air conditioner A wheel sensor Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Eu um CAN communication EQ Stara Customized grid Skip line Auto pilot E Drive X o Tilt sensor TDX Precision Seed Distribution Show contour line Machine entry position relative to E Keere EN the line Machine error relative to the line Right radius Clean out seed sensor m Antenna distance relative to the Left radius implement sprayer Hitch distance relative to the axle e Hitch distance relative to the j distribution Bruttus des axle planter Hitch distance relative to the A Hitch distance relative to the implement distribution Bruttus e implement planter E Hitch distance relative to the axle Fuel level i distribution Twister m Hitch distance relative to the implement distribution Twister Number of sections Hitch distance relative to the Dane implement distribution Hercules FH Table 2 Eu Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 GENERAL OPERATION In this section you will find generic operation of the Topper 5500 VT independent of the machine model being used 6 1 Users There is a hierarchy of three users Operator Advanced and Technician Each user has specific permissions depending of the Topper 5500 VT function To create a user
26. weighing the samples enter the collected quantity of each container which will correspond to the line defined on the Topper 5500 After entering the amounts an automatic seed averaging calculation between cen each Sporan ethe lines will be done and then a rate mind o eight you dont have scales leave the value Sp adjustment will be done After doing Figure 49 all these steps now your implement will be ready for planting In case that the difference between the user defined quantity and the Topper estimate is greater then 10 the system will alert of the need for a new calibration 6 8 3 4 Product tank level On the Topper 5500 main screen there is a widget displaying the product tank quantity But that is a calculation made by the Topper which is relative to the amount oe sus u of product that has already been ri pd a planted 2 1 066 kg The Topper will initialize the tank at is full capacity thus it is recommended that when the implement is loaded that the amount loaded in the tank be entered on the Topper so that the correct amount be displayed This information should be entered on Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Tank Level gt Define level and should you desire to change the maximum tank level just access the menu Capacity to change the amounts Figure 50 68 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 6 8 3 5 Planting monitor The Stara planting monitor MPS has the intuition to assist
27. when the memory stick is connected to Topper s USB port For jobs which the user feels need to be deleted just go to Menu gt Field gt Job gt Delete Bear in mind that once the job is deleted all job application data will be lost Each job shall contain the following information applied area overlap total time worked time job rate border area application average speed medium application rate variation job date Topper 5500 version number product user alarms machine model and tank level 6 5 4 1 Job statistic On this menu Menu gt Field gt Job gt Statistics you can see all data referent to job statistics being used to this moment such as e General shows general application information in real time thus facilitating up to the moment current job data visualization by the user e Product on this menu you can see the current type of products used Each product will have information such as applied area the percentage applied and total time applied e User each operator can have his own user when using the Topper 5500 VT On this menu the products that were used are shown job application time total area applied overlap and weight All this information is created on each user e Sessions this menu displays information such as user time area overlap weight session start and finish 6 6 Systems This menu has all the general system configurations from available languages date and hour besides
28. 0 MPS normal Hercules de arrasto Waiting for MPS sensor H rcules 5 0 No MPS sensor H rcules 24000 Caminh o No MPS Pod Twister MPS Pod turned off Tractor MPS sensor in test mode E y Pod position GPS internal GPS external Fixed rate te GPS offset ES Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual VRT map CA CI A IE 3 BE ne un O femme nee e Teams O E a e ic e NS 2 orsmma pres MAI Si gt TA Stara ee ope Serem hum g femen mem CC free a Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual KER el e els oleo gt Ww A pao el Stara Right turn max valve amps Light Bar Right turn min valve amps ES Screen brightness Left turn radius Wheel factor Relative distance between hitch and TT Relative distance between hitch and Weiaht axle 9 Relative distance between antenna Vols and implement distribution 9 Distance between hitch and GPS Section Distance between axles lt Line height calibration Flow Articulated tractor EF Number of gear teeth ICO Cs ee Ef Efe NEO CN EN Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara Topper serial number I Turn on application Error location Armadillo burrow Minimum level Es gt SS me ee 2 C 0 u per Grid i Joystick q Manual averaging y Sensor WAS 2 Automatic averaging mm Maximum minimum automatic Product application s i averaging Mme o Product overlap Auto pilot
29. 5500 VT how many centimeters the antenna is offset with relationship to the machine s axis 6 2 1 3 Implement antenna Is the distance between the antenna and the point at which the product is released This information is required being that this will give the Topper 5500 VT a more accurate representation of the machine and of the product application area and other functions which involve overlapping If the product is behind the GPS antenna the values will be positive If the product is located in the front side then the values will be negative An example would be the harvest actuator where the product is located in the front of the machine 6 2 1 4 Center to wheel sensor Measurements Antenna Offset x Figure 5 Figure 6 This measurement defines the distance between the center of the machine and the wheel sensor with this measurement we have more accurate speed readings when the machine makes turns during the application The values to be inserted will either be positive or negative as an example if the wheel sensor is found to be on the right side the values will be positive if it is located on the left side then the values will be negative Generally this values are more used on the Planters the reason being the length of these machines and where the sensor is located which could vary slightly on the speeds thus you will need to set these values with reference to the center of the machine
30. AB lines we have two advanced values Minimum radius and Smoothing Menu gt Field gt AB Line gt Options e Minimum radius is entered in the system to compensate the creation of AB lines curve border and route so that when creating these they be done respecting the smallest turning radius of the machine e Smoothing is used to smooth out slight variations of the AB lines when created by the system Within this same menu we have overlap where we can enter negative and positive values This feature allows the user to define the distance in meters perpendicular to the application 40 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara ATTENTION Both functions should be used with caution since they can affect the application if not used properly creating large overlapping areas To create a AB line go to Menu gt Field gt AB Line gt New Press the which will open other submenus like e Mark A B when you access this menu submenus will open on the right side of the Topper 5500 Select the type of line straight or curved The menu where it is written continue job displays the initial Topper screen e Mark A Steering creates a AB line with the angle in degrees with a relationship to a North coordinate e Latitude Longitude Latitude Longitude this menu has as a function to enter the created line coordinates of another controller As an example should the user desire to create a AB line with the same coordinates which
31. After making all desired changes press the pointer located on the lower right side of the screen proceed to the next step 3rd Step on the left side of screen you will see all the modified measurements then the user can close the Wizard Configuration Assistant WARNING All the machine measurements are extremely important in order to work with the Topper 5500 VT software if the measurements are not correctly entered in the system the Topper 5500 VT will encounter major problems when trying to display the machine in 3D in its movement across the screen even during the control operation when turning on or turning off the sections 6 2 1 1 Antenna height The antenna height is used by the system in two manners the 3D image of the machine which needs to be as accurate as possible to its true form and as compensation for the antenna tilt with relationship to the ground when using the Pods with angle sensors Tilt as an example the Topper driver 2 Pod The Stara Auto Steer Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual ER Measurements Antenna Height gt SE u Figure 4 Stara 6 2 1 2 Antenna offset Offsetting the antenna serves the system by maximizing the accuracy when locating and positioning the machine with relationship to the ground If the antenna is not accurately set on the central axis of the machine or be it offset to the right or to the left the operator will need to indicate on the Topper
32. CHECK UP DATE N OF HECTARES SERIAL N N OF HOURS OWNER DATE CITY UF DEALERSHIP TECHNICIAN DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES RENDERED Check general conditions of the equipment Check and verify the touch screen sensitivity Check screen clarity and brightness Check to see if there are too many jobs and fields stored and then show how to do a back up of these files Instruct the operator if at all possible to always save and back up all daily jobs to a memory stick Ifnecessary check and confirm calibrations in general Instruct and warn to periodically check for alarms shown on the screen We declare that the referenced implement on this form had the above check up procedures and or orientations performed as described above Dealership Stamp and Signature Client Signature St TECHNICAL CHECK UP old TOPPER 5500 VT CONTROLLER Constant Evolution Adjustments and or client orientation to be performed within a 6 month period after delivery DEALERSHIP COPY CHECK UP DATE N OF HECTARES SERIAL N N OF HOURS OWNER DATE CITY UF DEALERSHIP TECHNICIAN DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES RENDERED Check general conditions of the equipment Check and verify the touch screen sensitivity Check screen clarity and brightness Check to see if there are too many jobs and fields stored and then show how to do a back up of these files Instru
33. L_BILl shx KCL BILILdbf S KCL BILIshp _ KCL_BILL shx gt Figure 54 Figure 55 Within each folder relative to the created job there is a saved job file containing all activities related to the job like product application AB lines flags borders etc Looking at previous figure you can also notice the following files Field kmz Field 1 kmz and Field 2 kmz These files allow the viewing of the applied areas through the Google Earth software 7 2 3 Borders When you export a border of a specific area it will stay allocated on the memory stick Data Field folder The border with all the correct files can be imported to another Topper if necessary a d Dados S Talhdo 1 Reg dof do Mapas S Talh o 1 Req shp de Maquinas Talh o 1 Reg shx de Talhoes gt amp Talh u 1 k r z J Talh o 1 Figure 56 FT Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 7 2 4 AB lines AB lines have the same parameters as the border files There is only one difference between the two Field 1 Reg border file Field 1 Run AB line file 7 2 5 Flags Flags have the same parameters as borders and AB line files There is only one difference between the two Field 1 Run file with one AB line Field 1 Flag file with one flag 7 2 6 Jobs Exported jobs have some additional files on it we can see the PDF with all the information generated during the job and saved by the Topper 5500 VT Figure 57 We
34. N Seesen e sr SEN re 44 6 6 4 Radio DMI icgeskscotaceceanaabavachanshanncisennscuaunsscpeasededeasbsvacnazentariuaseteicexndsbsenedsamovensncossnaneecsenss 44 6 6 4 2 Step by step Bluetooth aein ean a ena e iea EE Ta aa rE E E N EAA EE 44 00 43 SOMO Seva lO as 46 6 6 5 GNSS Global Navigation Satellite Systems antennas eee 46 6 654 AC Ino CoOntiquiatOMs urinarios O nnad eee 47 8 6 9 2 S1gnalollsel Se o 48 66 93 CRS CIAGMOSUCSs e E erne ana un vacechetuataadcenmeanereasenotansanndenee 49 ASC Nadie ET 50 Dl YES Of MENS sense sah 50 60 2 DIS PA lank Es ae A een 51 8 7 2 1 Product nr RR RR en 51 67 22 A REQUTEedale En ee ee 51 A A A A 51 SET DE EIS VAIO en RR RREO RR enes 51 8 7 2 92 SDCC ernannten tat Maat o a dd e ck seca 51 8 752 b HliNe asien eek 52 8 7 3 C3Melas A een 52 A SAA ee ee E 52 A A ae een 52 DO Se N EN Pr 52 6 7 7 Pelsonalized SCteenss sesui ee ed end ne rege er aa aai 53 6 7 8 AB line COOKS wenn Re 53 B 8 Aclualor Cabral unsere ek 53 SE SEN ODE AGP ea a did a ee ee een CY 54 8 81 12 Spreader elemente ae nenne ee a et 54 6 6 1 2 Spreader actuator Calibration run eu a a ieee 55 6 8 1 3 Spreader product Calibration occccoooncnncoccnnnccononnnnnconnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnonannnnnnannnnnnnanos 56 626 25 SPRAIN aid d 57 6 8 221 Spraying elemeniskancse ee 58 6 8 2 2 Pressure configuration ooccccccccooonccnccnoononccnnonoonnccnnnnnononcrnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnonnnrrn
35. ables Should there be excess antenna cable do not roll it in a diameter but instead use the form of a flat figure 8 Inspect the power cable see if it is properly installed on the battery and or power supply and if it is also in good conditions Check to see if cable entries are properly sealed after cable installations appearance and cable Spreader Connect cables to the console the Sections Pod if applicable the Auto Steer if applicable and to the external GPS if applicable Check cable connections between the panel and the Pod should you be using the Topper 5500 VT to control a machine SAFEGUARDS Avoid direct contact with moist environments Inspect the Topper support fixtures daily Calibrate ON OFF times and time delays in the field Make sure language selection is correct Show and explain the screen configurations Show how to create edit and load a new job Explain how to create a new field Explain the process when working with borders Explain how to calibrate the machine and the product according to the specific implement Show how to import export how to delete maps fields jobs and configurations Show how to configure machine dimensions Explain the process when working with AB Runlines SPREADER See if Topper is communicating with the Pods Explain the process when configuring the Topper 5500 VT for applications variable rates and fixed rates Verify the discs rotations s
36. and load a new job Explain how to create a new field Explain the process when working with borders Explain how to calibrate the machine and the product according to the specific implement Show how to import export how to delete maps fields jobs and configurations Show how to configure machine dimensions Explain the process when working with AB Runlines SPREADER See if Topper is communicating with the Pods Explain the process when configuring the Topper 5500 VT for applications variable rates and fixed rates Verify the discs rotations should be 540 rpm Show how to calibrate MACHINE and PRODUCT Start up the Load Cells by showing the proper procedures A Check for the various application modes VARIABLE RATE FIXED RATE and N SENSOR if applicable Show the operation of the Load Cells on the H rcules 5 0 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION We declare that the implement herewith referenced on these documents is being delivered under the conditions of normal use as is described herein with the listed regulations and instructions Location Date CLIENT SIGNATURE TECHNICIAN OR REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE St TECHNICAL CHECK UP old TOPPER 5500 VT CONTROLLER Constant Evolution Adjustments and or client orientation to be performed within a 6 month period after delivery CLIENT COPY
37. arting up turning off loading files etc 7 2 Memory stick In the memory stick when some sort of job field plot maps etc is exported a data folder is created which contains all the required user information relative to the files made in the Topper opper Je Maquinas gt de Talhoes Figure 53 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual A Stara 7 2 1 Variable rate maps To import a variable rate map to the Topper 5500 VT all you need is a memory stick a file labeled Data and within it a file named Maps Data Maps which should contain the map shape files so that the Topper can read the files Should you desire to export a map to the memory stick the user will need to go to Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Rate gt Select the application mode such as Variable Rate Map gt Export The files will be in the memory stick in the Data and Field files 7 2 2 Fields Are made up of by a combination of folders corresponding to the number of field created by the user These fields are made up of by another group folders which have no relationship to the jobs created For a better understanding as shown on the figure to the side lets consider the creation of two fields 1 and 2 a job 14060401 for the field created as a standard by the Topper 5500 apps two jobs 14060401 and 14060402 for the field 1 and one job 14060401 for field 2 4 ju Dados CAL BILLdbf de Mapas CAL BILI shp _ CA
38. between small and large machines all of them can be controlled by the Topper 5500 The Topper uses on screen 3D graphics of its planters and seeders so that the operator can follow in real time what is going on with the machine with relationship to the terrain The machine use diverse sensors thus permitting that the Topper display on screen information Items that can be viewed are if the planter seeder are steering correctly tank levels speed if it is planting or stopped line by line shut off and other relevant information Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 6 8 3 1 Machine selection So that when a machine is created and it be pre configured according to the acquired machine follow the Topper 5500 instructions The menus to be used when creating a machine are the same as those discussed on section 6 2 na p gina 24 After completing the initial steps to create a machine the user needs to select the planting actuator as shown on the figure to the side After selecting an actuator the operator needs to move to the next step where the Topper displays a new screen which requests to select a planter Thus a list will appear showing all the available planters as shown on the figure to the side After an actuator has been selected and we have moved to the next step a list of planter models like the one selected by the client will be displayed When the user has selected a model and confirmed its creation it will be di
39. can see the Google Earth job through the kmz file a d Dados d Mapas d Maquinas a Talhoes 14081901 dbf de Talh o 1 14081901 job de Talh o2 ed 14081901 kmz Ji Talh o3 14081901 pdf 4 Talh o5 14081901 shp Lo 14081901 14081901 shx Figure 57 Figure 58 8 WARNING ALARMS All alarm occurrences are recorded while the Topper 5500 was turned on These alarms inform the user of possible faults or even the prevention of future problems which could occur during Topper 5500 VT operation These alarms remain saved on Menu gt Systems gt Diagnostics gt Alarms On this menu we can see e All shows all alarms without filters e Low shows alarms which do not influence the operation or application of the Topper 5500 e Medium shows alarms which could harm the operation or application of the Topper 5500 e High shows warnings indicating that it is not possible to proceed with the application at this moment Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual FT Stara 9 ALARM CONFIGURATIONS It is possible to adjust alarm times shown on the Topper 5500 VT screen for example rate alarm high or low The user can adjust the required rate variation percentage with relationship to the actual Menu gt Machine gt Alarms On the General configuration menu you can change the type of adjustment you wish to make Tank 1 or General On the general configurations the user can also manage the following menus e
40. ct the operator if at all possible to always save and back up all daily jobs to a memory stick Ifnecessary check and confirm calibrations in general Instruct and warn to periodically check for alarms shown on the screen We declare that the referenced implement on this form had the above check up procedures and or orientations performed as described above Dealership Stamp and Signature Client Signature Stara S A O 2015 All rights reserved No part of this publication can be reproduced stored in a data bank or transmitted in any form without express written permission from Stara The images in this manual are merely illustrations Stara reserves the right to make changes at anytime without any prior consent or notifications STARA S A IND STRIA DE IMPLEMENTOS AGR COLAS Av Stara 519 Caixa Postal 53 N o Me Toque RS Brazil Phone Fax 55 54 3332 2800 CEP 99470 000 e mail faleconosco stara com br
41. ction Manual Stara 6 2 2 2 1 Topper Driver 2 auto pilot calibration The PWM WAS proportional with the wheel angle sensor configuration should be used with the proportional valve installed on the hydraulic manifold block Also the wheel angle sensor WAS Wheel Angle Sensor needs to be installed on the machine It is very easy and simple to calibrate the auto pilot But you must pay close attention during the calibration since any careless acts can have a major impact on the performance of the auto pilot To operate the auto pilot go to Menu gt Machine gt Configuration gt Options gt Auto Pilot next follow the follow me function Carefully read what is written on the configuration assistant so that you will have a successful calibration CAUTION A Before calibrating check that the wheel angle sensor is properly installed The sensor needs to be well secured in its fixture It should follow the path of the wheel assy from left to right in such a way that the sensor is not being forced We recommend that the calibration is done on a large flat surface so that there will not be any interferences Below are the auto pilot calibrations Turning the turns calibration is done in degrees per second s this calibration will determine the maximum rate at which the wheels can turn when engaging with to the AB line Valve minimum this calibration will determine the angle of the wheels in percentages when turning to the left
42. ction assists the user in finding Tank Level 5000 5000 kg menus on the Topper to calibrate Capacity 1 Set Tank k 0 kg Set Full Figure 15 6 2 2 6 Calculated tank level volume This method is usable with all actuators which work with tank levels without an electronic scale The user will need to enter the weight of a full tank and the weight to reset the tank The weight of a full tank Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Tank level gt Capacity 1 is the maximum scale reading of the tank level indicator The weight to reset a tank Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Tank level gt Reset tank this is used everytime that the user adds additional product to the tank The weight entered on the Topper is the same weight added to the tank We also have the Tank content menu On this menu we enter the current weight in the tank Example the user does not have sufficient bags to complete the full load of the Hercules which holds 5000 kg thus only 3000 kg have been loaded into the tank So on this menu we will enter the current load of 3000 kg In this manner the Topper 5500 will readjust the tank level values Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EE Stara NOTE These menus are only active when the scale is turned on load cells The Topper 5500 will calculate the tank level by the weight entered and the product factor Everytime that the Topper is applying it will deduct the value being applied from the tank value thus i
43. d in a timely fashion To do so please carefully read your instruction manual maintaining it in good conditions for future references and use Stara offers its technical assistance services in order to help you maximize the yielding power of your Topper 5500 VT controller Stara 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Topper 5500 VT controller is 100 nationalized designed and produced by Stara in Brazil a company with a vast amount of experience in the field of precision agriculture It is equipped with an Android OS being the most widely used mobile operating system globally whose use offers higher development speed and the addition of new functions The touch screen allows for greater flexibility in its interactive uses between the machine and the operator On this screen you can see the product application in greater details through the use of up to 6 cameras permitting you to record images or videos Also it has a wizard configuration assistant which allows the operator to calibrate his machine with ease and objectivity offering you the ability to see your readings in 3D All tripped alarms on the Topper 5500 VT will be displayed and announced either on screen or the machine s sound system thus facilitating on time corrective actions and avoiding possible machine and operation down time check on availability The touch screen is made of a rugged composite material with high durability using capacitance technology offering hig
44. dered as a fundamental part and should be well cared for so that it is always available for review since it contains instructions starting with the purchase of the implement or machine to maintenance and long term care At the end there are also instructions on Warranty Terms Warranty Registration Technical Delivery and Technical Inspection Due to the constant evolution of our products Stara reserves the right to make changes to the contents of this manual without prior notice This manual is available on our site www stara com br along with information on our entire product line INTRODUCTION Dear client you have just become the proud owner of a piece of equipment made with the latest cutting edge technologies The Topper 5500 VT is one of the latest new products made by Stara and it is used as a leading part in precision agricultural systems The Topper 5500 VT is a revolutionary controller which offers maximum performance all the while being user friendly in its functionality as a variable rate controller flow rate controller Auto Steer harvesting monitor and sectional shut off Besides creating jobs files and variable rate maps which now can be displayed in multi colored maps along with the convenience of a DGPS guide integrally built in to this super controller Or be it the integration of various systems all in one single device Yet with all these features it is necessary that the equipment be used properly and be service
45. due to improper maintenance done by a third party or any other non authorized dealerships failure to use the implement the use of fluids and lubricants not recommended by Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company IV Repairs and adjustments resulting from the use of fuel with poor quality and or that has been adulterated 4 1 Additional expenditures The warranty does not cover any expenditures for transporting the implement and loss of profits 4 2 Adulterated hourmeter Any factors or evidence which proves that an hourmeter has been changed and tampered with will give just cause for the cancellation and termination of the warranty 4 3 Owner is responsible for maintenances Engine adjustments lubrication cleaning filter replacements fluids natural wearing parts are some of the items used by the implement on their scheduled maintenances Thus these are charges incurred by the owner of the implement 5 OWNER S RESPONSIBILITIES 5 1 Getting warranty service The owner has the responsibility to deliver his implement for repairs at any Stara authorized dealership in order to maintain his warranty Fundamental conditions when honoring the warranty 1 The claim must be directed to a Stara authorized dealership after it has been established that there is evidence of a nonconformity 11 The warranty document for the implement must be presented and that it be properly filled out along with it all mainte
46. e that the system is fully operational and that the disks are full of seeds With the machine raised randomly choose 3 lines on the planter recommended and place under each one a container which will be used for the collection of the product specifying on the Topper the number of the line on which the collection will be done and the number of seeds to be collected then press the PWM button The calibration will be completed automatically when the number of pulses detected matches the user selected seed quantity Wait for the calibration process to end and measure the quantity collected on each line 0 9 HH n Calibration 100 00 a E 1000 Seed Weight 0 001 kg Figure 47 Figure 48 Test Speed 10 0 km h num nu gt i tm Require Rate 30 0 m To set up the product select your work speed and work rate then press next aan EN Bea 50 mam 123 Number Rows s Y Row Seeds 100 seeds ou will measure select the amount of seeds lace the containers then press the cal button Select the number of rows y per row to run the to start collecting product Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EA Stara Depending on the measurement unit previously selected the user will measure the quantity collected If the unit of measure selected was seeds per meter a count will need to be taken and it is recommended to weigh it for a higher calibration accuracy and rate control After
47. e Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara e Corrupted all files corrupted during the Topper 5500 apps execution process are stored here Within them exists the tmp folder which contains specific corrupted files used for the operation of the apps and sdcard folder which stores files corrupted during user s interactions with the Topper 5500 e Data in this directory are allocated for the files which contain all information generated by the user while using the Topper 5500 This information corresponds with creating field plots jobs AB lines and borders The data folder is made up of the Config xml file containing memory data referent to the last time that Topper was turned on Allowing for the user to always pick up the job where last he left off when restarting the Topper and the Maps Machine Field Plots User and Log s folders e Logs all the logs generated by the Topper 5500 apps are found here stored records contain all activities performed on the Topper These records are used by the software team for analysis and problem resolution e Media in this folder all media files are stored such as videos and photos generated by the cameras installed on the actuator NOTE It is recommended for the user to always save his jobs and field plots in a memory stick and then erase them from the Topper s internal memory If this is not done by the operator the system can be overloaded causing the Topper 5500 to become sluggish when st
48. e implement The warranty of the Stara genuine accessories like the implement s warranty do not cover the natural wear of the parts as long as it does not deal with manufacturing defects 9 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 9 1 Accessories replacement parts and modifications to your implement Stara A vast number of replacement parts and accessories but not genuine to Stara implements are available on the market Using these accessories or replacement parts can affect the safety and operation of your Stara implement even though that these products have been approved by current local laws Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company does not accept responsibility for and does not warrant these replacement parts or accessories nor their installation or usage The implement should not be modified with non genuine products Modifications with products non genuine Stara can affect its performance safety and durability Damages or problems which are the result of these types of modifications will not be covered by the warranty 10 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG Implements Self propelled Sprayers Drawn Hitched Planters and Seeders Spreaders Headers Technology equipment Tractors All other implements Technical Delivery Check up 100 hours Check up 250 hours Check up 500 hours Check up 1000 hours or 1 year Check up End of warranty visit 1 year or 1000 hours 1 year or 1000 hours 6 months
49. ensity of the adjustment e Coming on line is a value which assists the auto pilot when coming on line The smaller the number the greater the intensity with which it will seek the line To run a quick test of the left and right valve operations go to Menu gt Systems gt Diagnostics gt Topper Driver gt Manual Calibr and then follow the steps of the configuration assistant NOTE The values for Anticipated On Line and Coming On Line already come as a standard Only change these values if you have been trained to do so or if there is a dire need to do so On advanced configurations it is not recommended to change these since these configurations directly affect the operation of the auto pilot 6 2 2 2 3 Topper Driver 2 auto pilot diagnostics To diagnose that the auto pilot is communicating properly go to Menu gt Systems gt Diagnostics gt Topper Driver On this menu we can see all the diagnostics referent to the auto pilot oa Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 6 2 2 3 Load cells The system allows you to see and follow the loading and unloading all in real time an outstanding feature in its design and precision The Deutsch load cells are simple to repair being made up of four different parts all the while easy to calibrate and use NOTE This option is only available on the H rcules Figure 11 6 2 2 3 1 Load cell calibration To calibrate the load cell first it must be turned on at the
50. ent in the plants A y on This reading is done by the use of rar an ar ele 0 0 kg ha a sensor which is mounted on the machine the sensor is manufactured by the Yara Company and this sensor communicates information regarding the best application rates Figure 20 to the Topper 5500 The only required setup to use this sensor is configuring the distances between the sensor and the product in such a way that there is compensation between where the N Sensor takes a reading and where the machine begins its application In this application mode we also have a required rate as said before it is the rate being applied currently The delay menu which is found with the N Sensor application mode is the response time that it takes for the sensor to process the data and send to the Topper ATTENTION For the application to be done properly the N Sensor must be calibrated before initiating the application Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 4 Automatic shut off Currently there are two ways to use the section shut off manual shut off and automatic shut off Menu m gt Machine gt Configuration gt Auto K Shut off oil Cx e Manual shut off this enables the user to control the start up and shut off of the sections u Y A SX A X Er SX manually through the application Setup Options Measurements Auto Shutoff Tank 4 button Joystick application button or the Pod Sections on off switches Machine
51. ented for that model of machine Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Fa Stara ATTENTION Follow the Wizard configuration assistant on each item Items like Dual slide gates and Load Cells are only used on distribution machines On the remaining items like Light bar and Auto steer are used on the remaining machines 6 2 2 1 Light bar The light bar is used to assist the operator in steering should he not have the Auto Steer option it helps the operator maintain in a straight line the LEDs indicate the amount of offset you are steering from the set AB run line NOTE The light bar will only work if there has been an AB line created 6 2 2 2 Auto steer Topper Driver 2 The Topper Driver 2 WAS is the automatic pilot responsible for the electro hydraulic communication between the machine and the Topper controller Allowing the operator to have greater precision in his field work thus eliminating common errors generally caused by operator fatigue or oversight It also opens up the possibility to work in straight lines and curves offering greater flexibility in all types of terrain Are you using a light bar or not x Figure 9 Select the auto pilot type on this machine x Figure 10 WARNING Whenever using public roads the Auto Steer Emergency button needs to be enabled so that the pilot will not be influenced by the steering of the machine Topper 5500 VT Instru
52. enu there are 4 sub menus Figure 33 e Minimum pressure is the user selected minimum pressure to be applied by the system and depending on how it is selected at the low pressure function will define what the system will do when the pressure is below the setting e Maximum pressure is the user selected maximum pressure to be applied by the system If the system exceeds the set pressure the user will be alerted by an alarm ES Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara e Low pressure in the low pressure function we have two options No Action when a below set pressure reading is identified the Topper 5500 will display an on screen alarm That is if the pressure is below the minimum set pressure the Topper 5500 VT will simply alert the user and will continue in its application mode maintaining the application control rate based on machine speeds Control when a below set pressure reading is identified the Topper 5500 will display an on screen alarm and will begin to control the adjustment valve so as not to allow the pressure to go below the set pressure That is if the pressure is below the minimum set pressure the Topper 5500 VT will alert the user and will change its control mode by controlling the application rate based on the minimum pressure selected After the pressure rises above the minimum pressure the Topper 5500 will return controlling the flow control valve based on machine speeds e Sections on this menu t
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54. erged exactly at the same spot where the point was saved Go to the place where the point was save and follow these steps remembering that the Diff Status should be on Converging OmniStar or Converging TerraStar Menu gt System gt GPS On the GPS options click Restore point After this step your point will be restored and the convergence time will be reduced ATTENTION The restore point function is valid for the OmniStar and TerraStar signals Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 6 5 2 Signal offset Signal offset is a tool used to correct for GPS position variations these occur due to its inaccuracies or its own variations in usage Normally use the Signal Offset in these situations When there is an existing Field which was created earlier hours ago days months etc and when beginning a job on it your border layout is offset in relationship to reality e When starting a job at a set time and then you decide to continue at another time Later on when you return to continue the job your positioning has changed on the screen from where you stopped the job on the ground To help out in this situation the Topper 5500 has three ways to shift the GPS and they are e Manual offset the user can manually offset the GPS position in four directions up down left and right by pressing the relative keys Each key has a specific offset based on a offsetting factor which is based on a selectable measurement which
55. ete a user go to Menu gt User gt Delete and then select the user to be deleted by going to Menu gt User gt Select 6 1 1 Operator Has limited access being able to start or end an application process resetting tanks and other simple functions which will not have a major impact on system configurations To operate as an Operator it is not necessary to use a login password Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 1 2 Advanced Has complete system access such as machine parameters calibrations and creating new users amongst other functions To operate as Advanced go to Menu gt User gt Permissions gt enter authorized password set as a standard as Stara 6 2 Machines The Topper 5500 VT user can store more then one machine in its system It comes pre configured with machines e Hercules 5 0 with dual slide gates To add a machine to the system the user has two options Go to Menu gt Machine gt New and enter the machine parameters select the desired one by following the Configuration assistant Import a machine via the USB port Menu gt Machine gt Import and select the desired machine After you have added a machine it will now make part of the list of available machines allowing the user to select between all the listed machines by going to Menu gt Machine gt Select Regardless of the machine selected the user can edit its name by going to Menu gt Machine gt Edit Besides ed
56. he Data Field folder Also desired borders can be deleted by going to Menu gt Field gt Border gt Delete NOTE E Remember that if the borders are not saved to a memory stick they will no longer be able to be loaded onto the Topper 6 5 2 AB lines AB lines are used to assist the user during the application offering the smallest overlaps possible Menu gt Field gt AB lines In total there are four types of AB lines e Straight AB lines are parallel AB lines which have infinite lines on its left or right sides To create these types of lines with the Topper 5500 VT the user has three options select a point A and a point B so that the system creates a set of parallel lines which cross these points select a latitude and longitude for points A and B or even choose the directions at which these parallel lines will cut the screen with relationship to the axle of the machine e Curved AB lines are AB lines which mirror a curved reference line To Create this type of line with the Topper the user must mark an A point and its ending trajectory base in a curve create point B e AB Line borders are AB lines which are used around the job borders To create this type of line with the Topper 5500 VT you must have some sort of border loaded in the system e AB route lines these are AB lines which adapt to an application always creating parallel lines to an area which has already been applied With all these types of
57. he automatic shut off option means that when the machine leaves the delineated border the product application will be shut off In the like manner that an area is to be applied defined so likewise areas not to be applied will be defined by selecting if a border is of the job or not To access this menu go to Menu gt Field gt Border To create a border go to the menu new After accessing it a start menu will appear on the upper right side corner of the Topper When you click on this menu other menus will be displayed such as e Side this menu selected by the user will define which side the user wishes to be the starting point of the border e Border closure this menu closes the border after the complete course has been run After pressing the button to close the border Topper will finish the border by creating an application area shaded in green e Pause when creating the border you can pause the process This assists the user if he is passing by an obstacle press pause and soon continue creating the border again just press the key e Continue job displays the start up screen of the Topper showing the rate tank level speed etc NOTE Carefully read the configuration assistant to gain a better understanding With the border created the border selection menu will become active Menu gt Field gt Borders gt Border In case there is more then one border created Topper will display them in this manner Border 1 B
58. he time numbers 6 7 3 Cameras The Topper 5500 VT can display the application distribution in real time using cameras The user can have up to six cameras each being displayed one at a time In this same phase we have the option to cycle them this being the main operational function of this menu which is to cycle the camera images at specific timed cycles If the user wishes the real time videos and images can be saved to a pen drive To do so go to Menu gt Screen gt Camera gt Save Images On this menu you can save real time camera images Images are saved on the internal memory of the Topper 5500 6 7 4 Steering Steering as a function shows the user what his orientation is in regards to the created AB line The Topper allows for the steering sensibility adjustment in relationship to the line and the sensibility of the machine in relationship to the line Menu gt Screen gt Steer ATTENTION The machine sensibility can be adjusted only if a AB line has been created on the Topper 5500 VT screen 6 7 5 Brightness The screen brightness system is used to adjust and setup the screen brightness It has two selectable options Menu gt Screen gt Brightness e Automatic Mode here the screen brightness adjusts itself to the ambient lighting by the use of light sensors which are located at the backside of the controller e Manual Mode here the user selects a desired brightness percentage which best suits the ambie
59. her sensitivity to touch and an anti glare system which when exposed to direct sun light is guaranteed to offer excellent viewing The Topper 5500 VT is a ground breaking controller bringing innovation to the field by its simple form of operation facilitating the operator s use without any difficulties or major learning curves nor having the need for additional training courses The primary and outstanding features of the Topper 5500 VT are The primary and most innovative features of the Topper 5500 VT are e Personalized area the operator has the option to keep on hand and to display the most used information or most commonly used commands even delete currently unused menus e Integrated audio the Topper 5500 VT has the capability to alert the operator by using the screen all in real time through audible voice alerts of the integrated audio found on Stara s machines via Bluetooth technology minimizing the need to read alerts and information which may appear on the screen e Complete 3 D system Stara s machines are shown in high definition 3D facilitating the operators interface with the screen during the application e Integrated cameras capable of up to six alternating cameras which can be positioned on the product reservoir thus allowing for the viewing of important points during the operation of the machine e Wizard configuration assistant all software adjustments on the Topper 5500 VT are done through the W
60. here are three sub menus None when the sections are turned off the flow control valve will remain at the same setting Closed when the sections are turned off the flow control valve will go to its minimum setting Control when the sections are turned off the flow control valve will continue controlling the system flow rate Thus avoiding any pressure spikes when the sections are turned on again NOTE Follow the configuration assistant in order to do the configuration procedure correctly 6 8 2 3 Returns calibration The calibrated returns system is used to limit brisk system pressure variations when one or more spray MM sections are turned on or off re Test Section 5 With the pressure configurations set the Topper will indicate the next step for this the Follow me Function will direct the user as to which menu to access by using the configuration assistant which should be done Access Menu gt Machine gt Testing section please wait Configurations gt Calib Returns as an aid the Topper 5500 has Figure 34 a calibrated returns calibration configuration assistant In this calibration the Topper will open all the sections and the adjustment valve until the system pressure stabilizes at 3 bar then it will close the sections one by one so that it can verify the returns on each section and if any of them are out of calibration Carefully read the steps below to better understand the process e Step 1
61. hey can only be installed where the grid turns green if the grid turns red you will not be able to drop them there 6 7 1 Types of views Topper 5500 VT has a resource which allows you to see different types of views Below are the view modes available to give the user the best view or what he needs at that moment Go to Menu gt Screen gt View Mode We have these e Live displays the machine and the applied area in a manner that the user can change the zoom as needed e Overview gives a birds eye view looking from above the machine thus providing for a better product application view e Free view similar to the overview but here you can change the position of the machine zoom in or Zoom out the image e Machine gives view of the machine allowing for different angle views e Field Plot displays the whole field plot area where the product is being applied e Job displays the current total application area e Border if the field plot has a created border and you select this view mode the border will be shown from above being able to zoom in or zoom out AB Line shows AB line created on the field plot e Aand B point shows the A point or be it the initial point of the line and point B the final point 50 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara of the created line e Flag locates the flag created on the field plot e Rate map displays the rate map being used currently and being able to change a
62. hould be 540 rpm Show how to calibrate MACHINE and PRODUCT Start up the Load Cells by showing the proper procedures Check for the various application modes VARIABLE RATE FIXED RATE and N SENSOR if applicable Show the operation of the Load Cells on the H rcules 5 0 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION We declare that the implement herewith referenced on these documents is being delivered under the conditions of normal use as is described herein with the listed regulations and instructions Location Date CLIENT SIGNATURE TECHNICIAN OR REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE Sf Te TECHNICAL DELIVERY TERMS Constant Evolution TOPPER 5500 VT CONTROLLER This form must be completed by the technician DEALERSHIP COPY DELIVERY DATE DEALERSHIP INVOICE N FACTORY INVOICE N PRODUCT DATA MODEL MANUFACTURED DATE SERIAL N INTRODUCTION Show how to access the system and types of users Show the menus and sub menus of the main screen On machines with sections explain the switch positions of the Sections Pod and its operation GENERAL Show and discuss the following items console antenna power cable antenna cable memory stick and the Pods N Check for possible crack and scratches on the panels N Verify that the antenna has been installed on the cabin and its open to the sky it is important that the installation is done on the center beam of the cabin and that there are no
63. in order to have a clear view of the field To create screens when accessing the Apply standard menu a message will appear asking to confirm the changes thus simply confirm and the customized screen will be applied NOTE In an opposite manner any item present on the screen can be deleted To do so the user simply needs to press the element after viewing it for more then three seconds next drag it to the trash area which is located on the upper left corner of the personalized screen You can block any screen deletion or customizing through the Block menu 6 7 8 AB line colors Topper allows the user to change AB line colors This option allows for better viewing of the lines when there is a color change on the application for example when using a variable rate map To change these line colors go to Menu gt Screen gt AB colors 6 8 Actuator calibration The Topper 5500 VT system works by communicating with the machines in the actuator mode If the operator wishes to operate a Hercules 5 0 as an example he should select Menu gt Machine gt New Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 53 Stara Machine gt Spreader gt Hercules gt Hercules 5 0 gt Hercules 5 0 Each actuator has its own calibration and specific operation for example a sprayer and a spreader But the way it works and how it interacts with the screen the way you remove and add information as a whole is the same for all actuators Indepe
64. ines e Slide gate test on this menu the user can test the machine slide gates Using a integrated camera system allowing that the tests be done from the cabin while being watched on the Topper 5500 VT display screen 6 8 2 Spraying The spraying operation of the Topper 5500 VT is the same for all sprayers Its calibration is simple and practical To start or turn off the spraying system sections the Topper 5500 VT counts on its screen graphics to facilitate in the recognition of a section which has been turned off or not This can be seen on the 3D drawing of the spray booms The control that the Topper 5500 VT offers the sprayer is extensive going from job pressure rate control to shutting off the sections to avoid overlaps The spray system uses a pressure sensor a valve to open close the sections and a flowmeter sensor Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EA Stara 6 8 2 1 Spraying elements To control the application rate and application as a whole the Topper controls two types of valves Flow Adjustment one on the system and a Calibrated Section Return Valve 5 to 7 on the system Besides controlling these valves the Topper 5500 VT will read two sensors Solution Flow Sensor flowmeter and a Pressure Sensor e Flow adjustment valve responsible for controlling the solution flow rate to the spray booms It has three states of operation increase flow rate reduce flow rate or maintain the flow rate e Section valve
65. iting the name the user can delete this machine s configuration from the system by selecting the machine to be deleted and pressing Delete Menu gt Machine gt Delete NOTE After deleting the desired machine all jobs related to it will also be deleted All machines configured on the Topper 5500 VT are saved in the configuration folder The user can save the configurations of all existing machines using the Export Menu gt Machine gt Export If the user wishes to import the machine s configuration to the Topper 5500 VT he will have to insert the memory stick into the USB port and with the machine files in the Data Machine folder select the desired machine to be imported through Menu gt Machine gt Import Ro Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 6 2 1 Measurements Each actuator has its own particularity much like calibration and specific measures of each machine To change measurements of a machine the user will need to access Menu gt Machine gt Measurements and then the Wizard Configuration Assistant will open On the changing machine measurements menu you need to follow the following steps 1st Step all measurements which can be changed with the Wizard Configuration Assistant are on the left side of the screen Stara Measurements Press Next to adjust these values x Figure 3 2nd Step to make changes the user will need to access each of the measurements shown on the screen
66. izard Configuration Assistant consisting of a series of steps which were developed to facilitate the system s configurations e Follow me function this works like a guide directing you through the menus which should be accessed in order to calibrate the selected actuator facilitating and speeding up the process Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Fi Stara 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS e Screen 12 1 resolution 1024 x 768 Touchscreen capacitance projected Back light LED 800 cd m Supply voltage 9 36V e Current requirement 3A e Battery internal 18650 Li lon 3 7V Y 2600mA e 1 USB 2 0 port e 1 RS 485 port e 4 RS 232 ports e 2 CAN ports e Module Wi fi Bluetooth e Wi Fi IEEE 802 11 b g n 2412 2472MHz Bluetooth 2 1 EDR class 1 5 2402 2480MHz Internal antenna for Wi fi Bluetooth e Modem 3G GSM GPRS EDGE 850 900 1800 1900 Mhz 3G 850 900 1900 2100 Mhz e External antenna for 3G modem e 6 analog video inputs NTSC PAL SECAM e GPS e Brightness sensor e Operational system Android e Processor Quad core 1Ghz Memory RAM 1GB DDR3 Flash memory internal 8GB e Approximate weight 2 7 kg e Mounting tripod suction cups RAM Mfg ECN Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara This product has been approved by Anatel according to the regulatory procedures of Resolution No 242 2000 and meets the applied technical requirements ANATEL RESOLUTION 506 This equipment ope
67. l follow these steps With the radio turned on press the S src button on the radio and with the Select button go to the menu defined as BT Audio as shown on the figure to the side Next a message will appear on the radio s screen saying Connecting Figure 29 Then the Bluetooth should be working normally with the Topper 5500 VT ATTENTION The user will only be able to hear the alarms via the radio sound if the Bluetooth is set to the correct frequency and not listening to music 6 6 5 GNSS Global Navigation Satellite Systems antennas The Topper 5500 VT uses the signal receiver antenna 702 GGL I L1 L2 open signal GPS GLONNAS and L BAND subscription signal The user has the option to configure the GPS port such as external and internal to do so go to Menu gt System gt GPS On this menu you can see the required configurations for the type of signal used on the Topper 5500 As a factory standard Topper comes with an internal port With this configuration it uses its internal antenna card so that the GPS only captures the signal sent to the Topper The GPS internal card found in the Topper functions as a form of signal correction When selected as internal it makes it possible to send a signal to another device Menu gt System gt GPS gt GPS Output Config Already using the external port it is the actual antenna that makes the signal correction and sends it EN Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual
68. l mode Accessing that menu the Topper permits the user to manually control the opening and closing of the adjustment valve being able to be used for various ends for example measuring the quality of the spray nozzles calibration of the system pressure relief valve verification of the calibrated return calibration using the flow as a verifying factor etc In this mode the user will have information regarding the system flow in liters per minute and the system pressure in bar besides four options to control the adjustment valve e Full open the adjustment valve will open completely e Open the adjustment valve will receive small opening pulses e Close the adjustment valve will receive small closing pulses e Full close the adjustment valve will close completely The manual mode configuration assistant of the adjustment valve consists of two simple steps e Step 1 the Topper will request for the user to stop the machine while informing him to press Next thus the user will have manual control of the adjustment valve e Step 2 on this screen the user will have complete control of the adjustment valve After pressing Next it will exit the manual mode The user can delete a created product by accessing Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Delete ATTENTION After deleting a product all calibrations referent to this product will be lost 6 8 3 Planting Stara counts with a diverse line of planting products varying
69. n this manner we have an approximate value NOTE For best module performance it is necessary that the product factor calibration be accurate 6 3 Product The products are selected by the user which is based on the actuator being used on the job If he is working with the spreader as an example he can select a product like Limestone Gypsum NPK etc Likewise if he is working with sprayer he can select products like Herbicide Fungicide etc Menu gt Machine gt Product gt New Besides pre defined products the user can create his own product name When the user selects a product then he can edit its name If the same product is selected more then once the system will create a new product like Product name 1 Each product will have a product factor attached to it calibration and everytime that this product is selected and loaded Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Select it will bring with it its last selected product factor during the application The user can edit the name of the created product through Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Edit You can delete a product in the same manner using Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Delete keeping in mind that when it is deleted all configurations referent to this product will be lost 6 3 1 Application modes Machines controlled by the Topper 5500 VT which work with some sort of product application Manual in general have three job modes Rate Fixed Va
70. nance records as required by the scheduled maintenances 5 2 Maintenance It is the owner s responsibility for the proper operation required operator training of those who will operate the implement not limiting it to those required by law like maintenance and care according to the instructions listed in the instruction manual 6 HOW TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 6 1 Client satisfaction Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company is constantly looking for ways to improve its implements and to client satisfaction All Stara authorized dealerships maintain a full arsenal of tools equipment and technicians highly trained by Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company so that your implement has the best repairs and services all with a high standard of quality Thus when needed seek your nearest Stara authorized dealership 6 2 Required information In case there is the need to repair your Stara implement keep on hand the following information and documents 1 A clear description of the nonconformity including the conditions under which it occurred 11 Warranty claim document instruction manual and all receipts which need to be legible as proof for oil changes not done by Stara authorized dealerships e Important The warranty claim document is required to have a logged registry stamps of all check ups performed according to the scheduled hours and time frames All receipts needed as proof of oil change
71. nd improve the viewing angle 6 7 2 Display tank For all actuators we have six types of tanks which can be displayed Overlap Product 1 Altitude Required rate 1 Speed and Time Menu gt Screen gt Display Tank 6 7 2 1 Product 1 Is the place where the machine applied except with a colored legend which identifies the quantity of product applied Depending on the machine it may have more then one product to display or application tank 6 7 2 2 Required rate 1 Displays current applied rate with the product elevation scale This way the user can see in real time the product variation with relation to the required rate 6 7 2 3 Overlaps Is a value which shows where the machine has applied or be it the area where the job was done For overlaps the Topper 5500 has three more configurations Coverage Color Overlap Color Double Overlap or more Color Using this mode the user can have quick visual response of the applied area and of the overlapped area which he may have done more then once 6 7 2 4 Elevation The ground elevation Is displayed in a color scale 6 7 2 5 Speed Is shown as a minimum and maximum speed variation on a scale Depending on the machine s speed variations the scale is updated automatically Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 51 Stara 6 7 2 6 Time Displays the approximate time that the machine has been applying The greater the amount of application on the job the greater will be t
72. ndent of the type of machine we can split the calibration process of a Spreader in two parts Machine Calibration and Product Calibration 6 8 1 Spreader The spreader actuator recognizes machines which distribute granular products either through casting or gravity feed using the belt speed controls or through the slide gate opening controls You can use four application modes Turned off Manual Variable Rate and N Sensor For spreaders independent of its options there is only one PWM valve to be calibrated The Topper 5500 VT can read the PWM signal through feedback sensors Topper will display calibration values and will ask a question regarding the number of teeth on the feedback sensor gear Next it will ask that the user press the calibration button and the valve calibration process will begin NOTE Read the configuration assistant at every step of the calibration 6 8 1 1 Spreader elements Topper 5500 VT controls the system using sensors and motors throughout the machine Through these elements Topper controls each situation or application in real time during the application e Feedback sensors we have three sensors spread out on the machine each with a specific function The wheel sensor as an example reads the wheel toothed gear which sends the pulses to the Universal Pod where Topper converts these pulses and displays the actual speed on its screen being that disc sensors read the motor rpm and sends it to the
73. ng defects So that the warranty can be honored the original authorized dealer receipt of purchase will be required to prove its validity for the warranty period e Important The warranty of the Stara genuine replacement parts like the implement s warranty do not cover the natural wear of the parts as long as it does not deal with manufacturing defects Stara will only honor warranties of genuine parts purchased at authorized dealerships 8 WARRANTY OF GENUINE STARA ACCESSORIES 8 1 Purchased and installed at Stara authorized dealerships In order to honor the warranty of the Stara accessories they must be purchased and installed by authorized Stara dealerships So that the warranty can be honored the original receipt for the Stara genuine accessory along with the Service Order for its installation on the implement will be required as proof for the warranty period 8 2 Third party installation of purchased Stara authorized accessories Third party installation of purchased Stara authorized genuine accessories are covered exclusively under the legal warranty of 90 ninety days against defects when proven to be due to the manufacturing defects So that the warranty can be honored the original authorized dealer receipt of purchase will be required to prove its validity for the warranty period e Important The warranty period for genuine Stara accessories is exclusive and has nothing to do with the warranty period of th
74. ng mode NOTE After defining the planting monitor alarms warnings regarding any planting irregularities will be displayed on the MPS screen and also by voice if the Topper is connected via Bluetooth to radio of the machine 7 STORAGE SYSTEM The Topper 5500 system allows the user to download and upload diverse important system information The user can import to the Topper border files AB lines variable rate maps etc The user can also export from the Topper 5500 to a memory stick the same imported files besides job reports kml files Google Earth with the completed applications etc The exported data consists of the following files e KMZ is a zipped KMZ used on the Topper 5500 e KML is a file extension which can be opened by Google Earth DBF SHP SHX these files makeup shape It is possible to load as an example one border if you have all three files The three files need to have the same name Example Field 2 Run If it is in this form Field 3 Topper will not recognize the file e JOB exported binary job file This file can have the same extension and is not like the 4500 7 1 5500 folder The 5500 folder is allocated at the Topper 5500 root directory containing all the necessary files for its operation It can be accessed by the Bootloader through the Clear 5500 data menu The folders which make up the 5500 directory are corrupted data logs and media On the Clear 5500 data menu we have o
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76. nt lighting 6 7 6 Grid Allows the user to select a grid which will be displayed over the terrain shown on the Topper 5500 VT screen Menu gt Tela gt Grade The grid spacings available are as follows 25 m 50 m 100 m 150 m 250 m 500 m 52 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 7 7 Personalized screens The personalized area has a specific sizing which dove tails into specific sized elements these correspond to an area of 54x42 pixels There exists a series of elements which can be added to the Topper 5500 VT screen Another method to customized is by using the Drag and Drop function e Drag and Drop all structure elements of the menu can be inserted on the personalized screen by the user To do so simply press the element after viewing it for more then three seconds drag it to the desired location and then drop it The Topper 5500 VT comes with five pre defined screens for the user in order to facilitate AB line creation importing jobs etc To do so the user will need to access Menu gt Screen gt Screen Config gt Apply Standard On this menu there is a list of Topper pre defined screens general short cuts statistics screen modes and clear where e General shows the operator which things are really fundamental e Short cuts facilitates creating AB lines field jobs etc e Statistics displays job information e Screen modes shows camera views e Clear clears all icons on the screen
77. ntract for the OmniStar signal NOTE Only the Advanced and Technician users will have access to this menu The type of signal correction can be seen on the GPS diagnostic screen To facilitate the use and viewing the types of signals these have standard colors as shown on the following list Red indicates that the GPS signal is poor or has no signal Yellow indicates that the signal is good when using the following corrections Glide e Diff OmniStar VBS or SBAS Orange signifies that the signal is converging to OmniStar XP G2 HP or TerraStar D Green signifies that is working with the following signal converged OmniStar XP G2 HP or converged TerraStar D Glide configures to open signal Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara e OmniSTAR configured for signature paid signal OmniStar XP G2 HP e RTK configured for Evolution RTK signal e TerraStar configured for TerraStar D paid signal NOTE E These color codes identify the quality of the signal which is shown at the initial Topper 5500 VT screen 6 7 Screen The Screen menu Menu gt Screen is responsible for what is shown the user at the initial screen Topper allows the user to configure the icons brightness colors whatever the preference of the user To do so hold any menu for three seconds and drag it to the Topper 5500 start up screen The icons will be adjusted according to user s desire NOTE E After personalizing the icons t
78. on thus the system pressure drops in that a portion of the whole solution of each open section is redirected to the new opened section As you can see the valve adjustment is in constant flux in order to compensate for these flow pressure system variations While in a calibrated return system when a section is turned off the solution which was being sent to this section will be redirected to the tank thus maintaining the system pressure the same The same happens when a section is turned on The solution which was being redirected to the tank is now sent to spray section thus maintaining the system pressure the same This way you can see that the valve adjustment is in constant flux in order to compensate for these flow pressure system variations 6 8 2 4 Spray actuator calibration To calibrate the spray actuator you need to access Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Calibrate On this menu the calculation for the liquid volume to be added after the sampling To take a sample you will need a stop watch and a collection cup NOTE It is recommended the sample be taken from three nozzles per section within a time span of 1 minute per nozzle Access the menu Calibrate which has two sub menus One is for entering the time and the other is for defining the number of nozzles to be used for the samples For this calibration the user will take a product sample from a few nozzles taking as a measure the number of liters per
79. or axles will only be done if there is no possibility of a partial repair by a technician 3 NATURAL WEAR AND TARE PARTS Substituting parts and components during their normal usage on the implement and due to natural wear which is common to all parts and components is not covered by the warranty as long as it is not related to a manufacturing defect Examples of natural wear and tare parts electrical items filters belts bearings quick disconnects cutting bars wear shield plates slide plates chains grain tank canvas cover wind shield wipers brake pads disc brakes and brake shoes tires clutch plate clutch discs and bearings 4 ITEMS AND SERVICES NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY Factors out of the control of Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company 1 Repairs and adjustments resulting from improper use of the implement examples over speeding the engine overloading improper operations negligence modifications alterations abuses accidents improper adjustments and repairs using non genuine parts and any other usage contrary to specifications listed on the instruction manual II Damages to the implement of any sort due to adverse environmental conditions such as acid rain reaction to chemical substances tree sap salinity hail strong winds lightning flooding impact damage by any objects and any other acts of nature 111 Failure to perform maintenance on the implement necessary repairs and adjustments
80. order 2 and so forth onward If you desire to change the names of the borders created go to Menu gt Field gt Border gt Edit The Base border is the field area To change to the Base border access Menu gt Field gt Borders gt Base Border Topper facilitates the user selections if he desires to apply inside or outside the border this is so due to the fact that there are many borders created inside a field To define which borders will be applied or not go to Menu gt Field gt Border gt Work this Border On this menu we have the options to Work or Not work Thus the user needs to select which border he wish to apply or not Menu gt Field gt Border gt Select ATTENTION Whenever lines cross during the border creation automatically a new border is created Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara AB line borders Menu gt Field gt Border gt Border AB line serve as a function to contour the border created facilitating the user s application during contours When accessing this menu and there is more then one AB line created all lines created will be listed When a border is created Topper will save it in its internal memory allowing the user to load it when needed Menu gt Field gt Border gt Import To import we have two methods available e Internal memory imports the borders and saves them to the Topper e USB is when the borders are imported to a memory stick They will remain in t
81. other antennas nearer then 60 cm be it cellular or ham radios ne N Turn on the console Instruct the operator that when taking off the panel should be turned off ne N Make sure that the console and the Sections Pod when it is being used installations have easy access during the operation N Verify that the antenna cable was properly installed and it does not interfere with moving parts heat sinks or radio wires Install the power and communication cables so that there is no interferences which might cause crushing and cutting of the cables Should there be excess antenna cable do not roll it in a diameter but instead use the form of a flat figure 8 Inspect the power cable see if it is properly installed on the battery and or power supply and if it is also in good conditions Check to see if cable entries are properly sealed after cable installations appearance and cable Spreader Connect cables to the console the Sections Pod if applicable the Auto Steer if applicable and to the external GPS if applicable Check cable connections between the panel and the Pod should you be using the Topper 5500 VT to control a machine SAFEGUARDS Avoid direct contact with moist environments Inspect the Topper support fixtures daily Calibrate ON OFF times and time delays in the field Make sure language selection is correct Show and explain the screen configurations Show how to create edit
82. p the first time that the calibration button is pressed it will cause the system to spin the feeder belt briefly for 5 seconds in a way that the product will be on the edge of the edge of the feeder belt before the calibration is started Next the user needs to empty out the buckets and prepare for the product collection calibration 2nd Step pressing the calibration button for a second time and the feeder belt will begin to run and the Topper 5500 VT will display its estimated amount of product which is dropping When the bucket is full the user needs to press the calibration button again for a second time by doing so the feeder belt will stop At this time the user needs to weigh the collected product and enter itin the Topper so that it will generate a product factor 3rd Step the product factor will be readjusted on the upper left corner of the Topper 5500 This factor is responsible for efficiently distributing the desired rate The machine needs to be running similar to a job in order to calibrate if not it will affect the calibration NOTE On these calibration and product menus the user has the Follow me and configuration assistant help functions as means of defining which menus to be accessed ATTENTION A In case the desired rates are not achieved during the application recalibrate the product weighing and reentering the new values Currently the Topper 5500 VT can work with three machine models between the mach
83. r understanding Since it is possible to import fields jobs etc thus you can also import flags Menu gt Fields gt Flags gt Import Bearing in mind that you can also import either through the internal memory and the USB port If you created a flag and now you wish to delete it go to Menu gt Field gt Flags gt Delete A confirmation prompt will appear asking the user if he really desires to delete To confirm simply press the Plus key 6 5 4 Jobs The job is a central piece of information for the user Regarding field the operator can perform an infinite number of jobs To create a job go to Menu gt Field gt Job gt New To change jobs go to Menu gt Field gt Job gt Select On this option you can see all the jobs created up to the moment Each job has a standard name which follows year month and day See the example below The created job name is 14082001 when e yr 14 is the year mo 08 is the month e dt 20 is the day e jn 01 is the job number created on the same field You can change this name by going to Menu gt Field gt Job gt Edit The Topper s keyboard will be displayed so you can change the job name and confirm it using the Plus key and saving it to roy Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara configurations Created jobs can be exported and imported Jobs saved can be in a memory stick or Topper s internal memory ATTENTION A The export option is only active
84. rates on a secondary level basis and consequently is not required to have protection against harmful interferences even if stations are of the same type but can not cause interference to operating systems at the primary level ANA TEL Ag ncia Nacional de Telecomunica es 1410 15 9918 01 6 0789895790301 This equipment has an internal battery as listed below Battery type Li ion Model 18650 Voltage 3 7V Current rating 2600 mAh Mfg Tenergy For more information consult the ANATEL site www anatel gov br Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual HER Stara 3 TOPPER 5500 INSTALLATION Figure 1 e A CAN 1 terminal e B CAN 2 terminal e C Sections Pod e D Antenna e E Pilot e F Battery e G Battery e H MPS fuse e Topper 5500 fuse e J Universal Pod fuse e K Variable rate e L MPS 14 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 4 GETTING STARTED To turn on the Topper 5500 VT press and hold the ON OFF button for 2 seconds and release Shortly the start up window will be displayed ORGULHO DE SER BRASILEIRO Figure 2 5 ICONS 5 1 Customized icons The icons shown below appear on the Topper screen accompanied with another icon in order to show how it can be used in specific menus of which they appear EN Keypad menu where value entries can be made O Options menu for options selections Wizard menu used to calibrate New menu used to create
85. rd Step after doing this go to the configuration assistant menu and press the Advance button so EN Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara that the Topper can find the device ATTENTION A Be sure that the device your are pairing is in discoverable mode with Bluetooth enabled 4th Step after Topper has identified the device it will be displayed on the selection menu which is found on the upper right side of the screen Select the device that you wish to pair then press next x Figure 25 5th Step select the desired device and then press Next Required Rate 0 O kg ha Figure 26 6th Step confirm the message shown on the Topper screen similar to image shown on the side ne ia NOTE a E This message will be displayed depending on the model and is brand of radio Make sure it is showing this passkey 270556 Cancel Figure 27 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 7th Step after this has been done you will need to confirm the message shown on the radio similar to the one shown to the side To confirm click on the radio select button 8th Step end the connection by selecting the device which is already available for selection by going to Menu gt System gt Bluetooth gt Off Figure 28 6 6 4 3 Some observations When the Topper is restarted the Bluetooth connection will have to be reconfirmed again For this task to be successfu
86. riable Rate Map or N Sensor Be it that some modes restrict certain machine models To change VRT Map the application mode the user needs to go to Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Rate gt Application mode where there is a list Fixed Rate Variable Rate and N Sensor N Sensor Figure 16 34 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 6 3 2 Fixed rate This is the most commonly used mode a fixed rate selected by the user which he wishes to use with his machine on his job along with the Topper 5500 VT system management so that selected rates can be achieved compensating for the speed at which the operator DE DE is driving his machine To have an 1000 kgna 1000 Koha efficient application you need to have a good product calibration The Topper displays the required rate and the standard rate where Figure 17 e Required rate is the current rate being applied at this moment To change its value select this menu which will display a numeric keypad to edit any values Next confirm changes on the Plus button It can be increased or decreased by 10 increments using the percentage menus 10 10 As an example if the rate is 100 kilos per hectare kg ha raising the rate by 10 will increase the rate to 110 kg ha In case that the user wishes to return to the standard rate simply press the 100 menu this menu has as its main function to reset back to the standard rate e Standard rate is a fixed rate
87. rough the following Menus gt Systems gt Diagnostics gt Universal Pod This menu displays the real time load cell readings through the frequencies being generated by the load plate 6 2 2 4 Wheel speed sensor The wheel speed sensor Menu gt Machine gt Configuration gt Options gt Wheel sensor is present on various machines and is used to increase the speed reading accuracy On the Imperador 3100 as an example we have up to two wheel sensors one on the left side and the other on the right side While on the spreaders we have only one sensor It is of a fundamental importance for the machine when it is applying It assists with accuracy and efficiency from the beginning to x e e a ii at gt the end of the application This is so PS A hale because the speed of the machine is Figure 14 directly connected to it 6 2 2 4 1 Wheel sensor calibration Using the wheel sensor you can use three types of speeds such as e Automatic sensor the most recommended way to calibrate is the automatic way This way the Topper 5500 will count the number of pulses that the wheel sensor should have after running 50 meters in a straight line and with the proper quality signal After that divide the number of meters by the number of pulses and you will have the wheel factor in meters per pulses generated in the factor e Manual sensor the other form is manual It is recommended to only use this when the system is having GPS signal
88. ruction manual All the information contained in this warranty claims are based on the last available data at the time of its publication being subject to changes without any previous warnings Please be aware that any modifications made to your Stara implement could affect your productivity safety and operation With these modifications you could jeopardize loosing your contractual warranty agreement issued by Stara S A Ind stria de Implementos Agr colas When purchasing your new Stara implement demand that your authorized dealership chain completely fill out this warranty claim along with explanations regarding the warranty issued by Stara S A Ind stria de Implementos Agr colas STARA S IMPLEMENTS WARRANTY 1 BASIC COVERAGE PERIOD Stara S A Ind stria de Implementos Agr colas through its authorized dealership chain guarantees its implements under normal usage conditions against parts manufacturing defects or installation for a total period as defined in the chart below IMPLEMENTS WARRANTY PERIOD The first 90 ninety days refer to a legal warranty as defined by the Brazilian courts and an additional contractual period issued freely by Stara S A Ind stria de Implementos Agr colas The warranty begins at the date of issue of the implement s sales invoice having as its end user the first owner e Note The warranty time frame for parts and components replaced during the basic warranty period expire on the end
89. s not done by Stara approved dealerships It is the implement s owner s responsibility to retain all receipts in a legible manner as proof for an oil substitution which was done by a third party and that it is recommended by Stara S A The Agricultural Implements Company according to guidelines written in the instruction manual The receipts mentioned above will be required in situations where proof of oil changes are necessary Thus when selling the implement do not forget to supply these receipts to the new owner If you are purchasing the implement request this documentation from the previous owner e Important In the event that you need to repair the implement s engine the above mentioned documents will be required for the warranty claim 6 3 Scheduled maintenance program The scheduled maintenance program for the implement is written in the instruction manual In this plan you will find all the required and necessary information for the best operation of your Stara implement e Important All and any costs with reference to labor costs and parts and components replacement foreseen in the maintenance program will be the responsibility of the implement s owner except for changes paid for by the manufacturer 6 4 Implement s scheduled maintenance plan All scheduled maintenances listed in the instruction manual will be done exclusively by a Stara authorized dealership also it shall be logged in on the scheduled maintenance
90. se this option when the sensor has been properly installed and is in proper working conditions e Tank sensor this sensor is used in the product tank It indicates to the user of the presence of product in the tank or not On the Configuration menu is where the alarm configurations are made so that they operate correctly and that they are displayed properly to the user e MPS mode is to be selected when using seeds per meter Count or kilos per hectare Flow Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 69 Stara e Alarm delay allows the user to configure a time delay on the MPS alarms As a standard the time is set to 5 seconds but it can be adjusted according to the necessity This alarm is used so that the Topper will not display all the alarm occurrences since sometimes lines will have a single double seed occurrence With this alarm configured it will only show the alarm for that line if it is double seeding for more than 5 seconds e MPS line difference allows setting the percentage difference between the application rate of the Topper and the actual rate of each line When the difference of a specific line is greater then the set value an alarm will be displayed showing which line is having the problem e MPS rate difference permits configuring a percentage for the difference between the Topper application rate and the average total of seeds per meter on the planting monitor This configuration is only available in the Counti
91. splayed on the Topper s screen in 3D being pre configured according to the machine purchased by the client Vict ria 3600 Vict ria 4050 Vict ria 4500 Vict ria 4950 Vict ria 5400 Vict ria 5850 Vict ria 6300 Victoria 7200 EEEEE En Figure 37 6 8 3 2 Dimensions Stara Seeder Figure 35 Absoluta Estrela Prima Prima Tandem Victoria Victoria Tandem Victoria Fert HE pe Se ERE ABs RE AB IE Victoria Tandem Fert Figure 36 Figure 38 Regardless if the machines are pre configured the user can change them at any time It is recommended that after the machine is created all its dimensions be verified since the configuration information used on the Topper are based on the ideal tractors for these machines but the user can be using a machine with different dimensions Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual a Stara The machine dimensions can be changed by accessing Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Dimensions where it will be reconfigured e Antenna height specify the GPS antenna height with relationship to the terrain e Antenna offset specify the antenna offset with relationship to the center of the machine Use negative values for left offsets and positive values for right offsets e Antennalhitch specify the Measurements Press next to adjust these values antenna distance with relationship of the implement hitch to the planter e Hitch
92. ss next to begin find menus with ooo relationship to the ones needing to be accessed It is recommended that calibration be done when the machine s oil is hot for best calibration results Figure 31 6 8 1 3 Spreader product calibration For the product to be calibrated the user must first have already created a product Then the Topper will direct you through Follow me function to go to Menus gt Machine gt Product gt Configurations 1st Step in this step all the menus that will be edited will be listed on the left side of the screen 2nd Step Topper will ask to enter This will or gate height and the product calibration factor a Dress next to pegin the product width to be used i Figure 32 3rd Step at this step you will be asked to enter the desired average speed at which the product will be applied next the maximum rate With these informations changed the operator can go to the next step 4th Step on the left side the Topper will display a suggested slide gate to achieve the desired rate But in case that the user wishes to change it simply add the value on the left side of the Topper 5th Step all changes done will be listed and if the user agrees he will need to press the Plus key to complete the changes After the user press the Plus key his next step will be to go to Menu gt Machine gt Product gt Product Calib 56 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 1st Ste
93. ssion main axle Drive gear teeth specify the number of teeth that the drive gear has the gear coupled to the transmission main axle Calibration Complete Seed metering disks specify the number or seed cells holes that the seed disk has Figure 45 Pulses per revolution number of gear teeth on the feedback sensor 10 teeth multiplied by the reduction factor of the hydraulic motor generally 10 For example 10 teeth x 10 factor 100 The reduction factor can be changed by the user as long as the calculation factors are properly followed Mechanical planters the mechanical planter calibration process is the same as the DPS planter s but even with the previous information you should still inform yourself Crown gear teeth specify the number of teeth that the hopper crown gear has generally 30 teeth Pinion gear teeth specify the number of teeth that the hopper pinion gear has generally 10 teeth Figure 46 Step 5 in this calibration process the user will need to collect the product from the machine then weigh it or get a seed count and enter the information into the Topper 5500 To do so proceed according to the directions on the following pages On the Topper define the maximum speed and the target job rate Next enter this information advance 66 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual to the next screen and press the PWM button which will drive the system for 3 seconds making sur
94. steer emergency button in order to avoid future accidents Only perform maintenance with the machine turned off e Never turn off the machine while it is in motion Never leave the cabin while the machine is in motion e While activating hydraulic operations on the machine verify that there are no persons next to the machine e When turning on the discs be careful that there are no persons near them e Daily check fire extinguisher levels Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual FH Stara Check that there are no air leaks specially on the machines suspension air springs Check for oil leaks on the hydraulic hoses Verify in general that all screws on the machine are secured in order to avoid future accidents Do not drive with persons outside the cabin When working with toxic products always use required safety equipment mandatory Never try to deface warranty labels Otherwise the warranty will not be honored If there are problems with the system contact technical support authorized by Stara Never use electronic equipment which is hooked up to a cable harness or machine equipment which is not made by Stara Clean up the machine periodically after each use doing so will increase the life expectancy of the equipment 12 EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS Disconnect battery cables when welding on the machine Do not insert objects or devices which are not memory sticks into the USB port Only use 12 volt battery on the machine
95. t shifts being saved to his GPS The menu Pace is used to offset the GPS position in meters Left Right Forward and Backwards The user enters a desired value using the Manual offset menu to adjust the location With the values changed the Topper will show the current value latitude and longitude Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 6 5 3 GPS diagnostics On this menu you can see all the technical information being sent to the GPS at that moment Menu gt System gt Diagnostics gt GPS This menu has all the necessary information such as GPS on the GPS diagnostic screen we have all internal and external information Messages messages received by the Topper 5500 which were sent from the internal GNSS receiver Diff status type of differential signal correction Number of satellites displays the number of satellites that the antenna is using Correction time lapse time lapsed in seconds since the last received correction Standard Offset relative GPS accuracy in meters Latitude longitude and altitude machine positioning Model receiver model Receiver Type of receiver Serial Number receiver serial number Firmware version receiver firmware version Firmware Update update receiver firmware to latest version GPS diagnostic screen here you can view information of the OmniStar Omnistar or TerraStar relation between the signal noise of the OmniStar Validity the validity of the signature co
96. ted for other field will not be available for the new created field To change between fields go to Menu gt Field gt Field On this menu all the created fields will be listed up to the current one should the user wish to change any Also you can edit the names of the fields as desired or by user location go to Menu gt Field gt Field gt Edit When in the menu it will display a keyboard to edit the name when done press the Plus key All fields can be exported to the USB port Menu gt Field gt Export The exported fields will remain stored in the folder of the memory stick under Data Fields ATTENTION The export menu is only active if there is a memory stick connected on the USB port of the Topper 5500 To import fields to the Topper we have two options Topper internal memory or the USB port Menu gt Field gt Import e Internal memory after creating a field the Topper will automatically save it to its internal memory e USB since the field was imported to the Data Fields folder on the memory stick so shall it will be when importing Topper will analyze if the fields are in the correct folder and will allow the user to import the fields Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara If there is a need to delete a certain fields go to Menu gt Field gt Delete select the one to be deleted on the selection menu and delete it 6 5 1 Borders Borders are made to delineate an application area Enabling t
97. tem valve gain and the time delay for the valve to turn on and turn off the PWM at 25 50 75 and 100 After the user has correctly entered the machine values the Actuator 1 Calibration menu will list the following items to be calibrated e Number of teeth on this menu you will enter the number of teeth found on the wheel sensor gear Through this gear and with the correct number of teeth entered the Topper can find the true rpm of the PWM motor which turns the feeder belt e Rpm is the PWM motor rotation speed Using the gear the Topper can calculate the motor rpm e Gain is the calculate factor found by the number of teeth with relationship to the rpm This calculation is done by multiplying For example if we use the number of teeth as 3 and the Topper calculate the rpm as 1554 the gain will be 5 1554 rpm x 3 teeth 4662 gain Where e 999 to 1999 Creates a gain of 1 e 1999 to 2999 Creates a gain of 2 e 2999 to 3999 Creates a gain of 3 3999 to 4999 Creates a gain of 4 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual EN Stara e 4999 to 5999 Creates a gain of5 The Topper simplifies this number by rounding it off In the case that the number is 4664 Thus the Topper rounded it off to 4 which is the gain Having done this the actuator calibration is complete allowing you now to calibrate the product NOTE The function Follow me helps the user This are the calibration settings for the drive pre
98. the operator go to Menu gt User gt New Automatically a new user will be created the Operator with limited access If there is more then one user they will be listed on the Menu gt User gt Select where you will be able to choose the desired user Each user created will have their own specific saved configurations like personalized screens and accessibilities NOTE After deleting a user his jobs and fields will remain Only the personalized screens will be deleted with the user When the Topper is turned on at the login access screen a desired user will be displayed for selection If there is more then one and the operator wished for the Topper start directly without the need to login in simply change the access menu by going to Menu gt User gt Automatic login and change to turned on Each user has the option to edit his name to do so go to Menu gt User gt Edit You will see your created generic name which can be edited The Topper allows you to manage each user password Menu gt User gt Password After going to this menu the Topper keyboard will be displayed The operator can enter anew password or change it The users can be exported or imported When exporting a user Menu gt User gt Export it will be saved on a memory stick in the Data Users folder ATTENTION The export import menu will only be active when there is amemory stick connected on the Topper 5500 VT USB port To del
99. the rural producers during the seed planting process The MPS system can be installed on any implement on Stara s line Itis an independent seed distribution seed system since it has only one function that is to supply the user information regarding each one of its planting lines To enable the MPS function on the Topper 5500 access Menu gt Machine gt Configurations gt Options gt MPS and it will be activated After it has been enabled it will be available for use on Menu gt Machine gt MPS On this menu the condition of all the lines on the implement will be shown thus you will be able to configure it as needed and according to your implement On the Install menu enter the state of each line on your planter e No sensor used when there is no sensor on a specific harness connector of which identifies that the monitor will not be counting seeds on that line e Ignore if a specific sensor is marked as ignored its seed readings will be ignored and it x Figure 51 Figure 52 Select to enable or disable the seed monitor No Sensor Ignored Normal Tank Sensor will not display any planting faults or in communication This should only be used when a sensor presents a defect Choosing this option for the sensor will cause the system to not read that line in turn making the MPS system inaccurate Replace the sensor as quickly as possible e Enabled this the normal state of the sensor U
100. tion next raise it to the position at which the planting will be halted e Step 3 create a product if you do not have a product created on your machine The products created belong to the machine being used or be it if you create a product for machine X it can only be used again if selected on the same machine X When a product is created the Topper will display a list of pre configured products along with these products the operator can create standard products and configure the actual product s configuration After selecting the product to be used in planting the operator needs to enter the information in the control unit of the machine being used for the job choosing either seeds per meters or kilos per hectares Figure 42 Product Standart A Product Standart Figure 43 Figure 44 Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual 65 Stara Step 4 calibrate the machine s gears This step is very important For your machine to be accurate in the field all field plots need to be properly entered Stara use two types of calibrations one of them being mechanical and the other option is the DPS Stara Precision Distribution which is mainly used on our planter machine line of products DPS planters if the planter is a DPS type the user will have an additional four steps during the product calibration Driven gear teeth specify the number of teeth that the driven gear has the gear coupled to the transmi
101. were created on the Topper 4500 simply enter the point A and point B values e Latitude Longitude Steering on this submenu you can create point A with the latitude and longitude coordinates with relationship to the angle If the user has more then one AB line created it can be changed by going to Menu gt Field gt AB Line gt Select On this menu all AB lines currently created will be listed The user can change lines whenever desired In the same manner that you can change the name of the field border job so can the AB line name can be changed according to the desire of the user Menu gt Field gt AB Line gt Edit The AB can be imported two ways by the internal memory or USB e Internal memory to import one line using Topper s internal memory go to Menu gt Field gt AB Lines gt Import gt Internal memory e USB to import a line using the USB memory stick go to Menu gt Field gt AB Lines gt Import gt USB NOTE First the field where the line was created will be shown next the lines contained in the field The user can also delete a created AB line going to Menu gt Field gt AB Lines gt Delete 6 5 3 Flags Flags serve to assist the user in locating points within his field Creating a flag is very easy with few options such as choosing a color he wishes to use on his flag To do so go to Menu gt Field gt Flag gt New Press the new key and automatically a flag will be created
102. which is selected for application which can be changed by pressing the standard rate menu 6 3 3 Variable rate The variable rate mode of application is dependent on a variable rate map file The maps used with the Topper 5500 VT are of a Shape format being either Grid or Contour types Machine 4 The user will need to load the rate a ps map and import it from a memory y A BER Rate re O stick and the use the relative field no Run Mode Required Rate Default Rate map Rate VRT Map 0 0 kg ha 100 0 kg ha Speed Zero 0 0 oma S The more gradual that the rate changes occur on the map the better will be the quality of the application at which the system will achieve it Figure 18 Mapa VRT When we change the application mode to variable rate we have the following menus e Required rate different from fixed rate this rate changes automatically depending on the rate grids shown on the map Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara e Standard rate this is the application rate outside the map For example if the rate is changing automatically when we are on the map the moment we leave the map the application rate will change to the standard rate Figure 19 6 3 4 N Sensor NOTE This application mode is only available on the H rcules 5 0 The N Sensor mode is only applicable eeu to spreaders where the application g rate is given by reading in real time Sps the nitrogen cont
103. written on the configuration assistant at each step of the auto pilot calibration Topper 5500 VT Instruction Manual Stara 6 2 2 2 2 Using the Topper Driver 2 auto pilot The Topper Driver 2 auto pilot facilitates the operation of the machine in the field by reducing application errors and operator fatigue In order to use it the user must be trained by an authorized Stara technician To operate the auto pilot the user must create an AB line Menu gt Field gt AB Lines next select a desired line straight AB or curved AB to do so go to Menu gt Field gt AB Lines gt New gt Mark AB after driving in a straight or curved line select the option Mark B straight or curve With the AB line created simply turn on the auto pilot by pressing the auto pilot button which is found on the left side of the Topper screen In case that the auto pilot is working properly follow these resources to perform a fine adjustment Go to Menu gt Machine gt Topper Driver gt General Config On this menu we have the following submenus Turn off Steering Anticipated On Line and Coming On Line e Shut off steering magnetic this option allows the user to turn off the auto pilot using the magnetic steering Simply turn the steering wheel half a turn and the auto pilot will automatically shut off e Anticipated on line a value which adjusts the sensitivity of the auto pilot while its on the line The smaller the number the greater the int

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