Patchwork Technology BlackBox GO Operating Instructions
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1. Show Hide Mini Map Toggles the 2D overview map display on or off in the guidance screen N B The mini map needs to be hidden when using the Headland Warning feature Show Hide Boundary Toggles the display of the blue boundary line on or off on the 3D guidance view Save Point Here Use this to set a location point to return to if a refill is required The location point will display in the mini map Ensure the trace recording is OFF when going to refill to avoid inaccurate records Pause Job Press this option to pause the job if you need to fill up or are stopping for the day so it can be continued at a later time This will close the job screen and save the recorded job N B This function will not work if the SD Card is not present in the unit Finish Job Press this to complete a job This will close the job screen and return to the Home Screen 28 Job Screen Overview Steering Status Button When Auto Steer is enabled the Steering Status button will be visible in the guidance screen The button can be used to engage the steering system and also changes colour depending on the status of the steering system Steering Status The colours and meaning of each status is as follows Red The auto steer system cannot be engaged due to a major problem Pressing the button will open the Steering Status Screen Amber The auto steer system is ready to be engaged White The auto steer system is eng2. P E Kverneland Group Passtronic RDS Pro Series Vaderstad Dickey John Teagle Tulip Centreliner Auto Shut Off With Auto Shut Off setup on the unit when driving into an area which has been worked indicated by the green area coverage recording in the job screen a signal will be sent to the controller to stop the implement working After driving out of the worked area the unit will send a new signal to the controller to start the implement working again N B Function not fully compatible with Amazone controllers Unit Functions Screen Touch Screen Brightness Power On Off Power On Off button This turns the screen on and off Brightness button Press this button to scroll through different levels of brightness for the display screen Touch Screen The unit uses an LCD Touch Screen which allows the user to interact with the BlackBox software Use the Touch Screen by pressing and applying some pressure to the area of the screen where the required button or option is located Unit Setup Overview Navigation Bar On various screens within the BlackBox software a Navigation Bar will appear across the bottom of the screen This allows the user to move back and forth between setup screens when entering details and settings Previous Next Home Information Cancel Confirm If any of the icons appear black they have no function on the current setup screen Entering details and settings When using t
3. Menu Unit Setup Guidance Setup Antenna Offset Adjusting the antenna position can improve coverage area recording accuracy and is vital when using Headland Warning Boom Section control or Auto Shut Off to ensure that the on off position is correct when based on the position of the implement Finished A Sets the offset distance from the antenna for front or back Note a negative number must be entered if setting to the front B Sets the offset distance from the antenna for left or right to the centre of the implement Note a negative number must be entered if setting to the left NB in most cases a left right offset is only required when using an offset implement i e A Mower No Offset With Offset Offset to Offset to Back Recording takes Recording takes Back only and Right place from the place from the antenna position offset position O Antenna position Offset position Offset Example Finished Returns to the Guidance Setup Menu 14 Unit Setup Guidance Setup On Off selection list The options in this menu are used to select how the coverage area recording is turned on off when in the job screen Turning the trace recording on and off when turning in the head land can give a more accurate coverage area reading for the recorded data N B On Off type will be set automatically if an implement that has been setup in WebTrack has been selected from the Implement option in Recor
4. a compatible printer 1 Remove the SD card from the unit and insert into the SD slot of the printer usually found on the front panel and follow the manufactures instructions 31 Job Screen Using Guidance and Coverage Area Recording Guidance can be used to assist the operator in reducing under or overlap when applying products improving coverage and reducing waste Using the Coverage Area Recording Coverage Area Recording marks the path that has been driven and can be turned on and off using various methods see page 15 for details Recording On Off Coverage area is being recorded when this is ON and the green bar below the Guide Arrow is displayed Using First Pass Guidance To use first pass a Field Boundary Map must be available for the field First Pass guidance is used to guide around the Headland of the field Step 1 When the job screen opens Step 2 The headland guidance line will with the Field Boundary loaded appear indicated by H ready to guide press Guidance Options and then To switch back to AB guidance press press Headland Guidance Options and then press Track N B If using auto steer the steering can not be engaged when using a First Pass guidance line 32 Job Screen Using Guidance and Coverage Area Recording Setting and Resetting a Guidance line N B When using a curved line it is important to use the longer edge of the field to set a guide line Ste
5. Headland Size only available when Press the Green Tick to continue using Headland Warning see page 22 for details and press Confirm Farm Field Auto Recognition If a field has had a Field Boundary Map see page 30 created previously and the field has been driven into the unit will automatically detect the field Fd FIBD2 from its GPS coordinates This will also automatically fill in the Farm Field name when starting a new job GPS Status 23 Starting a Job Guidance Modes First Pass Creates a Headland guidance line based on the entered Width and the Field Boundary Map see page 30 This line is used to give guidance around the headland run s of the field being worked First Pass pathway Headland guidance line used for Change to set AB line to complete headland passes inner work o A Set e B Set There are three track to track AB line guidance mode options Straight Sets a straight guidance line between set point A and point B which is then replicated both sides of the original line at equal intervals based on the entered width Curved Creates a curved guidance line based on the path driven between set point A and point B The line is then replicated both sides of the original line at equal intervals based on the entered width Adaptive Curve Automatically adjusts the guidance line based on the previous pass Note For the adaptive curve mode to work correctly an A and B point must be s
6. Opens the setup menu for the unit Before starting a job it is important that the unit is setup for your requirements see Setup Menu on page 12 Shutdown Will shutdown the software and open up to the Program Sub Menu See page 11 Status Screen Displays relevant system information and if pressed in Evolution mode accesses the steering GPS Information screen GPS Status Feature Status Field Recognition Field FIELD 2 GPS Status icons 1 to 4 5 to 6 7to8 9 or more Satellites Satellites Satellites Satellites GPS signal strength g No Connection with eS C 4 GPS status Unit Setup Program Sub Menu The Program Sub Menu is used to load and update the BlackBox software Use the buttons below to choose the program to start when the un is switched on or Select Upgrade to install updates from WebTrack Start BlackBox Start FieldNote Start BlackBox Accesses the BlackBox Home Screen for more details see Home Screen on page 10 Start BlackBox DR Not applicable Start Field Note Not applicable Upgrade Initiates and installs any updates for the BlackBox that are stored on the memory stick Updates are available from the Support Services section on the Patchwork website www patchwork co uk Unit Setup Setup The Setup menu is used to setup the hardware and software for use Guidance Setup within the job modes and it is vital that the settings are entered UN correctly for th
7. Patchwork Technology BlackBo O Operating Instructions BlackBox GO Operating Instructions Downloadable Product Overview Unit Functions Unit Setup Starting a Job Job Screen Troubleshooting page 4 6 9 10 11 12 13 17 20 23 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 30 31 31 31 32 32 32 33 34 37 Contents Screen Overview Navigation Bar Entering details and settings Initial Setup Wizard Home Screen Program Sub Menu Setup Guidance Setup Unit Setup Advanced Start Job Farm Field Recognition Guidance Modes Overview Guidance Options Menu Steering Status Button Creating a Field Boundary Map Starting a Field Boundary Map Pausing the boundary mapping Completing a Field Boundary Map Printing Boundary Area Measurement reports Using Guidance and Coverage Area Recording Using the Coverage Area Recording Using First Pass Guidance Setting and Resetting a Guidance line Using a guidance line PWdoc0046 v1 4 Product Overview The BlackBox software comes in various software versions It is essentially the same software with different parts unlocked This allows for the software to range from very simple guidance and measurement to advanced recording and implement control BlackBox Go BlackBox Go is simplified Guidance and Area measurement software that enables operators to get started very quickly with no previous experience It has the option to use AutoSteer and Headland Manageme
8. aged but trying to acguire the guidance line Green The auto steer system is engaged and working 29 Job Screen Creating a Field Boundary Map When creating field boundaries for future use i e field recognition it is important that the SD Card is present in the unit Starting a field boundary map Step 1 To begin the field boundary press the Start Boundary button this opens the boundary options Start menu N B If boundary already exists a message will Boundary appear asking if you would like to delete the existing Button boundary ea Step 2 Boundary options Boundary Type Boundary The options in this menu are used to Offset 2M setup the unit before creating a boundary map lt is important to setup these details correctly to get an Start accurate area measurement Direction Right Cancel Boundary Type Set to boundary to measure around the outer edge of the field Offset Sets the actual distance from the antenna to the edge of the field N B This offset will be from the antenna position if it has been offset see page 14 Direction To select which side of the vehicle the edge of the field is on when travelling forwards Start Starts recording the field boundary Cancel Cancels the field boundary and returns to the guidance screen Step 3 Once the boundary options are set and Start has been pressed drive around the edge of the field until you reach the point where yo
9. ant to use of menu display Time and Date To adjust the time and date for your area Finished Returns to the Setup Menu 18 Unit Setup Unit Setup Unlock This menu is used to enter unlock GO Uniocked codes to unlock different areas of the software for future upgrading Advance Unlocked VRT Unlocked Auto Shut Off Unlocked Finished AS Software To upgrade the unit first make a note of the units serial number and the lock code displayed in the top left hand corner of the unlock menu Next make a call to Patchwork Technology on 44 0 1291 673366 and state the upgrade you require see Product Overview on page 4 The Patchwork operator will firstly agree a payment method for the upgrade and then issue an unlock code for the upgrade Software To enter the unlock code press on the software option from the list The numerical entry screen will appear Enter the unlock code and press OK This returns to the Unlock menu with Unlocked filled in next to the option Finished Returns to the Advanced menu Unit Setup Advanced m The options in this menu are for Steering the setup of the extended features of the Go including the Headland HWD VANNO DO R Warning and Auto Steering options Finished Steering Opens the steering options screen see page 21 Headland Warning Options Opens the Headland Warning Options menu See page 22 for the Headland Warning Options Finished Returns to
10. as zero N B For the External GPS Version It is important that the receiver is mounted flat and the red arrow is pointing towards the direction of travel For the Internal GPS Version It is important that the Screen is mounted centrally in the cab with the display face on is level and firmly fixed in position Finished Returns to the ports setup menu 16 Unit Setup Unit Setup The options in this menu are used to setup the general settings of Local Setting the unit Uniock Run Initial Setup Wizard Finished Local Settings This option is used to set preferences based on your location in the world See page 18 for more details Unlock This area is used to upgrade the various product software options of the unit via lock codes See page 19 Run Initial Setup Wizard Launches the Initial Setup Wizard See page 15 for details Finished Returns to the Setup menu Unit Setup Unit Setup Local Setting The options in this menu are used awa Ffo yg io to set your locality in the world Units Metric unit measurements language and the time difference based on Language English GMT Set Date and Time Finished Country To select which country you are in Units To set the unit measurement type to Imperial or Metric i e Acres or Hectares this will affect the menu areas and job screen where a measurement is reguired or displayed Language To select the language that you w
11. centre to the line and needs to steer move 40 cm to the left to be back on centre Track number Which guidance line track you are currently working The numbers will be negative when turning to the left of the set line and positive when turning to the right Distance off centre Distance that your current position is from the centre of the guidance line Guidance Light Bar Displays the side that the guidance line is on in relation to your position Guide Arrow Is a fixed guide that shows your position Direction on the guidance view and the direction your heading Your position on the screen or pivot point is the point at which the line and semi circle of the guide arrow meet The direction you are heading is indicated by the end point of the line E Position 34 Job Screen Using Guidance and Coverage Area Recording Important When using a straight AB line After a straight AB line has been set when working on T 1 it is important that the guidance line is followed on B set the screen and not the marks from the work done whilst setting the Work done guidance line whilst setting guidance line N B There maybe significant over under lap between the first and second runs but if the guidance line Guidance line is followed the remaining runs will be drawn straight straight and equally spaced from A to B Important When using a curved AB line It is important to use the longer edge of the field when se
12. ding Details Switch This type uses a switch which is connected to the unit that creates an electrical connection when in the on position to turn the coverage area recording on and off On Screen When this type is set the coverage area recording can be turned on and off by the operator using the Recording on off button on the guidance screen Always Record This sets the coverage area recording to continually record and can not be turned off Switch Reverse This type uses a switch which is connected to the unit that creates an electrical connection when in the off position to turn the coverage area recording on and off Controller This option reguires the Advance software 12 Unit Setup Guidance Setup Tilt Compensator options The options in this menu are used to setup the tilt compensator and to visually calibrate the tilt mechanism Height 3m Zero Tilt Tilt Off Finished N Angle Gauges Angle Gauges These gauges display the front back and left right angle that the tilt compensator is detecting based on the last reset Height Sets the distance that the antenna is from the ground This needs to be set in order for the tilt compensator to function correctly Tilt Turns the tilt compensator on or off Zero Tilt To zero reset the angle gauges when the vehicle is on a level surface do not use the gauges to determine this press Zero Tilt The gauges will then show both the angle gauges
13. e Area The Coverage Area Recording From the main BlackBox menu Recording not on off method is set to the go to Setup then the Ports working wrong setting Setup and here click on On Off Change this setting to the mode which you need to use See page 15 for details Guidance line not Using Headland guidance Refer to page 27 for instructions displaying correctly mode instead of AB line on toggling the guidance modes Headland guidance is indicated by a H at the top left of the 3D guidance view 37 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Headland warning The minimap is still open Whilst in the job screen press feature not working the menu button and then select correctly Hide Minimap The headland warning countdown will appear where the minimap was displayed There is no boundary set for Set a boundary for the current the current field field first and then the Headland warning will be available Refer to page 30 for creating boundaries Boundary not The record boundary button is Restart the unit go back into the recording not working on the guidance job and restart a boundary screen recording job See page 30 for details Storage card cannot No storage card inserted into Insert the storage card supplied be found error BlackBox with the unit into relevant slot Storage card not detected Power down unit and restart if problem still persist please ensure that the memory card is prepared for a Blac
14. e unit to function as you require Advanced Finished Guidance Setup Accesses the options for adjusting the antenna position headland warning and display smoothing See page 13 for more details Unit Setup This option is used to set preferences based on your location in the world Unlock software and access the Initial setup wizard See page 17 for more details Advanced Accesses the Advanced features of the software including steering and headland warning setup See page 20 Finished Returns to the BlackBox menu 12 Unit Setup Guidance Setup The options in this menu access settings related to how the GPS signal is used and how the Display Smoothing Coarse guidance job screen reacts Antenna Offset On Off On Screen Tilt Compensator Finished Antenna Offset Opens the options for offsetting the antenna position see page 14 for details Display Smoothing Adjusts how responsive the guidance line is to changes in GPS position when using guidance in the job screen Fine Less Responsive Medium Responsive Coarse Most Responsive None Standard On Off Opens the Coverage Area Recording On Off method selection list See page 15 for details of the on off methods in the On Off selection list Tilt Compensator This opens the tilt compensator options menu to setup and reset the tilt compensator See page 16 for the Tilt Compensator options menu Finished Returns to the Setup
15. et as Curved and then followed pass to pass This mode is not available when using auto steering 24 Job Screen Overview The Job screen uses a 3D guidance view to display area covered guide lines and off track information Guidance Line Number Lock Unlock _Mini Map Start Pause Boundary End Boundary Line Recalibrate Guidance Options Recording On Off Menu Information Panel Start Pause Boundary Starts and Mini Map Displays a 2D overview of the pauses a field boundary map job see page field boundary and area covered 30 for details N B If using Headland Warning see page 22 the mini map needs to be hidden see End Boundary Manually closes a field Menu below boundary map see page 31 for details Line Recalibrate When using Straight Guidance Options Opens the guidance line guidance this button repositions the options menu used to Set Load Reset guidance line to your current position and Switch guidance lines see page 27 N B when the line is recalibrated the Guidance line number is reset to 0 This feature is not available for curved Recording On Off Displays the current modes status of the Coverage Area Recording pressing toggles on off if the On Off Menu Opens the job screen options see method is set to On Screen see page 15 page 28 for details Lock Unlock Locks Unlocks the Information Panel Displays various current guidance line In AB line m
16. he BlackBox there will be a requirement to enter information or select an option from a list in order to continue This will occur in the menus or when starting a job and there are four different input methods Selection list Some of the selection lists are predefined in the BlackBox Others can be setup by the user by choosing the NEW option which when selected will open the text entry screen so the information can be entered manually see Text Entry on page 8 for more details To use the Selection List firstly highlight the option in the list by pressing on it or use the Up and Down buttons Once the desired option is highlighted set it by pressing OK To exit the selection screen without making changes press Cancel Cancel Unit Setup Text Entry This input screen will appear if the information required is text that needs to be entered manually To use the text entry screen press the letters or numbers on the screen to enter the details Once complete press on OK to add the details and close the text entry screen To exit the text entry screen without adding any details press on Cancel Numerical Entry This input screen will appear if the information required is a number that needs to be entered manually To use the numerical entry screen press the numbers on the screen to enter the figure Once complete press on OK to add the figure and close the numerical entry screen To exit the numerical entry sc
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18. line and after selected the guidance line is displayed Reset Resets the AB line that is currently set Shift Repositions the guidance line to the current GPS position Straight only Guidance Mode Allows the user to select and switch between the different guidance modes N B If the guidance mode being switched to has no AB line set an AB line will need to be created for it Headland Switches to the First Pass guidance line see page 24 N B A field boundary map is reguired for the mode to work Track Switches the guidance line to the currently set AB line Load AB This option allows previously created guidance lines to be reloaded if they exist for the field and width being worked N B The guidance lines are automatically saved for the field and width being worked when the job is completed using Finish Job see page 28 Any newly created guidance lines will automatically overwrite the originals Finished Returns to the Job screen 27 Job Screen Overview Menu During a job if the menu button is pressed the job screen options will open The options in this menu Show Mini Map Hide Boundary allow the operator to print the boundary map show or hide various elements of the 3D Pause Job guidance view for optimisation set a point of reference pause and finish a recording job Return To Job Print Map Save Point Here Finish Job Return To Job Exits the menu and returns to the job screen
19. nt but hides much of the additional functionality from the operator A simple upgrade to the Advanced version is easily done Features Simple Setup Multiple 3D Guidance modes Farm Field Recognition Resume Job BlackBox Advance In addition to the capabilities of the BlackBox Go software the Advance software allows the recording and storage of work done for record keeping If used in conjunction with WebTrack these records can be enhanced with Notes see below The software is also the platform for adding additional hardware and software features including an Auto Steer and Boom Switching system Other Features include Weather Station Connection Setup Profile Manager Link up with Farm Management Software Compatibility list Muddy Boots Pear Technology Farmade GateKeeper Notes WebTrack required This allows the farm manager to add notes form items to a specific job type and when that job type is selected on the BlackBox the notes will appear for the operator to fill in on the Blackbox before the job is completed Product Overview VRT Variable Rate is the process of taking a map from a Precision Farming software and using it to control the implement rate based on where you are in the field Adding Variable Rate to the BlackBox is simple and the compatibility list of controllers is extensive Amazone Amatron and Amados Bogballe 2003w Unig and Icon Raven 400 600 4000 LH Agro 5000 500 6000 Kuhn Quantron L M
20. ode the information relating to the system and the line is automatically unlocked when turning current job see page 26 for details greater than 60 degrees 25 Job Screen Overview Information Panel Guidance Mode Speed GPS Strength 0 kph _ 1 91 km Coverage Area Distance Travelled Guidance Mode Displays the guidance mode being used and current status No AB a Point A AB line 1 1 Guidance mode example GPS Strength Displays the GPS signal strength and status 1 to 4 5 to 6 7to8 9 or more Satellites Satellites Satellites Satellites GPS signal strength NN No GPS Signal rs GPS No Differential GPS With Differential GPS status Coverage Area Displays area covered based on the coverage area recording Speed Displays current speed from GPS press to change from analogue to digital display Distance Travelled Displays the distance travelled based on the coverage area recording 26 Job Screen Overview Guidance Options During a job if the guidance options button is pressed the guidance options menu will open Guidance Mode Straight The options in this menu allow the operator to set an AB line reset an AB line switch between Load AB guidance modes and reload previously created AB lines for the same field and working width Set B Reset Headland Track Finished Set A Sets the start point of the guidance line Set B Sets the end point of the guidance
21. p 1 At the beginning of a run Step 2 Drive to the end of the run press the Grid area or press Guidance and press the Grid area or press Options and then Set A to set point A Guidance Options and then Set B to set point B The AB line is displayed Step 3 When turning at the end of Step 4 Once the end of the run is the run the next AB line will appear reached turn on to the next run and the If using auto steer the steering can next AB line will appear be engaged when the steering status If using auto steer the steering will is amber the auto steer will line up need to be disengaged before turning to and follow the set guidance line and then re engaged when the next AB line appears To reset the AB line press the grid area used to set the A and B points and select Yes when prompted when using straight line guidance there is also the option to Shift which recalibrates the guidance line to your current position The line can also be reset by pressing Guidance Options and then Reset 33 Job Screen Using Guidance and Coverage Area Recording Using a guidance line The 3D guidance screen uses a first person view which means it rotates around the antenna s position or offset position if set as a central pivot point Track Number Distance off centre _ Guidance Light Bar T AB line H Headland 0 4 m 19 43 Ha Guidance line when set Guide Arrow This example shows that the driver is not
22. reen without adding a figure press on Cancel Option Box Autonaming The option box will appear if the required information is a simple Yes No selection Initial Setup Wizard Unit Setup Once the system has been installed in the vehicle and all the wired connections secured apply power to the unit The unit will power on automatically and if using the unit for the first time a Setup Wizard will launch The wizard will take the user through the basic settings so the system is ready for Guidance and Area measurement Imperial A leti To work through the wizard screens Select the required option and if required enter the relevant details Press the green tick confirm when it appears to move to the next screen On some of the screens the Information icon will appear pressing this will give details about the options on the current screen and how it will affect the working of the system If you have selected No to run the wizard on start up it can be re launched by selecting Setup from the home screen then Unit Setup gt Run Initial Setup Wizard Unit Setup Home Screen The Home Screen is the main menu for setting up and accessing the different job modes of the BlackBox software Start Job Shutdown Status Screen Start Job Start a guidance job Field Boundary Map or Resume a Job for more details see Starting a Job gt Start Job on page 23 Setup
23. s N B A field boundary map needs to be created for the field and the mini map in the job screen hidden for this function to work Finished Headland Warning Turns the headland warning feature on or off When enabled an addition option Headland Size appears on the guidance options screen when starting a job See page 23 for details Headland Distance Off Used to account for over run due to delays with the implement shut off times when using the automated system Headland Distance On Used to account for under run due to delays with the implement turn on times when using the automated system Finished Returns to the GPS Options Menu 15m Headland Size Field Boundary Line Working part of Implement _ On point Headland Dist On set at 3m Headland Dist Off set at 3m Off point Antenna position On Off point Headland Distance Off On Example 22 Starting a Job Start Job o mg GPS Status GPS Demo Recording Steenng Section Control Start Job i Start Job Steering Setup Step 1 When on the home screen press n Auto steer mode Start Job Or Note If the SD Card is not in the unit Step 2 will be skipped Field FIELD 2 Farm NICK TEST FARM Step 2 Press Farm then enter the name Step 3 Enter the working Width select the of the farm the field is on and press OK Guidance Mode see page 24 for details Next enter the field name and press OK enter
24. the Setup Menu 20 Unit Setup Advanced to activate the auto steering system when connected to the unit Steering On Off Enables or disables the auto steer system software When On is displayed the steering is enabled N B When steering is enabled the Home Screen will change from the GO to the Evolution Home Screen Feld FIELD 2 Status Start Job Steering Setup Window Steering Setup Launches the auto steer setup screen see below For setup instructions please refer to the documentation supplied with the auto steer system Status Window Pressing this area will launch the GPS Information screen see below which displays detailed information about the status on the steering system s GPS signal System OPS j m WL ea Components Auto Steer Setup screen GPS Information Screen 21 Unit Setup Advanced Headland Warning Options am The options in this menu are used to setup the Headland Warning Headland Warning No feature The feature guides you to a set point from the field boundary Headland Distance Off Om which we call the headland edge This counts down the distance as MOD NEWID ET AN you approach it so when the headland edge is reached the distance is zero and the operator Wi knows when to stop or start the implement This feature can also be automated using the headland management cable 2013 hardware only call Patchwork for detail
25. tting a curved AB line to ensure the guidance line is visible from the one side of the field to the other 35 Job Screen Using Guidance and Coverage Area Recording Important When using an Adaptive Curve After setting the Adaptive Curve A and B points it is vital that the next guidance line is followed for the line to adapt correctly Guidance line Guidance line B set B set The guidance line needs to be set on the final long run if setting the guidance line whilst working the headland lt e Start Point Bset E set x v Start Point Aset Aset Troubleshooting Problem Solution Unit not powering Unit not connected to the Check that the unit is connected up power supply to the power source and that there is sufficient voltage at the source No GPS signal Obstructions are causing the Make sure the receiver is outside receiver to not pick up a GPS the cab and has a clear view of signal the sky with minimal obstructions NOTE After repositioning the receiver the signal may take up to 20 minutes to acguire Auto Steer not Auto steer system not powered The auto steer system has its communicating up own power source and switches that are independent of the BlackBox Screen Please refer to Auto steer documentation for assistance with power connections Cables not connected Ensure the RJ45 cable is connected between the BlackBox screen and the auto steer system Coverag
26. u began the run 30 Job Screen Creating a Field Boundary Map Pausing the boundary mapping During the run the field boundary can be Pause Paused Press the pause boundary button when the l l Boundary job has been paused the button will change to the start Button boundary button press again to continue Completing a field boundary map When the start point is reached the boundary will automatically close and save The completed boundary will be displayed in the mini map with the field size Manual completion End Press the End Boundary button this will close the boundary by drawing a straight line from the current a utton position to the boundary start position Once a field boundary has been completed it can be redone if needed by pressing the Start Boundary button To create a new field boundary map for a different field the job will need to be finished then a New Job started with the new farm field name Printing Boundary Area Measurement reports When a Field Boundary Map has been created the unit will automatically save a report on the SD Card in JPG format of the field boundary and area measurement To print the report Viaa PC 1 Remove the SD card from the unit insert into the supplied card reader and then plug into a PC 2 Open the SD card to view its contents and open the folder labelled DCIM 3 Right mouse click on the reguired farm field report and click Print Via
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