AgGPS
®Autopilot
™Automated Steering System
Installation Instructions
New Holland
QT8010
Q
T8020
Q
T8030
Q
T8040
Westminster, CO 80021 USA
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This is the September 2007 release (Revision A) of the AgGPS Autopilot Automated Steering System Installation Instructions, part number 54035-55-E03. It applies to version 4.00 of the AgGPS Autopilot automated steering system.
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Safety Information
In this chapter:
Q Warnings
Q Cautions
A l w a y s f o l l o w t h e i n s t r u c t i o n s t h a t accompany a Warning or Caution . Th e information they provide is intended to minimize the risk of personal injury and/or damage to property. In particular, observe safety instructions that are presented in the following format:
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WARNING – This alert warns of a potential hazard, which, if not avoided, can cause severe injury.C
CAUTION – This alert warns of a hazard or unsafe practice which, if not avoided, can cause injury or damage.Note – An absence of specific alerts does not mean that there are no safety risks involved.
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attachments that are suspended can drop. If you are working around the vehicle, you could suffer serious injury if an attachment dropped on you. To avoid this risk, lower all vehicle attachments to the ground before you begin work.C
WARNING – If someone else attempts to drive the vehicle while you are working on or under it, you can suffer serious or fatal injuries. To avoid this possibility, install a lockout box on the battery terminal to prevent the battery from being reconnected, remove the key from the vehicle’s ignition switch, and attach a “Do not operate” tag in the cab.C
WARNING – Agricultural chemicals can pose serious heaIth risks. If the vehicle has been used to apply agricultural chemicals, steam clean the vehicle to remove any chemical residue from the areas of the vehicle where you will be working.ii.2
Cautions
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CAUTION – When the vehicle has been running, parts of the vehicle, including the engine and exhaust, can become extremely hot. These hot parts can cause serious burns. To avoid burns, allow hot machine parts to cool before you begin working on them.C
CAUTION – The system installation may bring you into contact with chemical substances, such as oil. These can cause poisoning. Ensure that you wash you hands thoroughly after you have finished working on the system.C
CAUTION – Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Lead poisoning can cause lowered intelligence and kidney problems. To avoid ingesting lead, ensure that you wash you hands thoroughly after touching the battery.C
CAUTION – Vehicle cabs can be quite high in the air. Falling from this height can cause broken bones and internal injuries. To avoid falling from the vehicle, ensure that when you enter or exit the vehicle, you face the vehicle and use the steps and handrails.C
CAUTION – Always wear protective equipment appropriate to the job conditions and the nature of the vehicle. This includes wearing protective glasses when you use pressurized air or water, and proper protective welders clothing if you want to complete any welding.Contents
Safety Information . . . . 3
Warnings . . . 4
Cautions. . . 4
Contents. . . . 5
1 Introduction . . . . 7
Technical assistance . . . 8
Your comments . . . 8
Manual system upgrade to Autopilot. . . 9
AgGPS 150 EZ-Guide Plus lightbar . . . 9
EZ-Guide Plus with AgGPS 252 manual guidance system . . . 9
Required components . . . 9
Vehicle profiles . . . 9
Autopilot hardware organization – as shipped. . . 10
Autopilot hardware organization – as installed . . . 11
Preparing the vehicle for installation . . . 11
2 Hydraulic Control Valve Installation . . . 13
Hydraulic control valve components . . . 14
Assembling the hydraulic control valve . . . 15
Installing the hydraulic hoses . . . 19
3 AutoSense Steering Device Installation . . . 27
AutoSense steering device components . . . 28
Installing the AutoSense steering device . . . 29
Preparing the harness (P/N 54602 Rev C) . . . 32
4 Antenna/Receiver Installation . . . 35
Antenna and receiver installation options . . . 36
AgGPS 252 GPS receiver with AgGPS 450/900 radio module (if equipped) components . . . 37
Installing the AgGPS 252 GPS receiver with AgGPS 450/900 radio module (if equipped) . . . . 38
5 Display Installation . . . 57
EZ-Guide Plus lightbar components . . . 58
Installing the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar. . . 59
Mounting the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar . . . 60
Installing the vacuum mount . . . 60
Installing the mount bracket. . . 61
Preparing the EZ-Guide Plus power cable for the alternative power supply . . . 63
AgGPS FieldManager display components . . . 66
Connecting the AgGPS FieldManager display harness. . . 67
Preparing the AgGPS FieldManager display . . . 68
Installing the AgGPS FieldManager display. . . 69
EZ-Guide 500 lightbar components . . . 71
With a SiteNet radio for 900 MHz RTK corrections (if equipped) . . . 71
With a PDL450 radio for 450 MHz RTK corrections (if equipped) . . . 72
Preparing the EZ-Guide 500 lightbar . . . 73
Installing the EZ-Guide 500 lightbar . . . 74
6 Power Harness Installation . . . 77
Power harness components . . . 78
Installing the power harness . . . 79
7 Remote Engage Switch Installation . . . 85
Remote engage switch components: Rocker switch . . . 86
Remote engage switch components: Foot switch . . . 87
Preparing the remote engage cable . . . 88
Using the remote engage switch. . . 92
8 Controller Installation . . . 93
Installing the controller: Main method . . . 94
Installing the controller: Alternate method. . . 98
Installing the controller cables. . . .101
C H A P T E R
1
Introduction
1This manual describes how to install the Trimble® AgGPS® Autopilot™ automated steering system.
Even if you have used other Global Positioning System (GPS) products before, Trimble recommends that you spend some time reading this manual to learn about the special features of this product. If you are not familiar with GPS, visit the Trimble website (www.trimble.com) for an interactive look at Trimble and GPS.
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Introduction 1
Manual system upgrade to Autopilot
10.1 AgGPS 150 EZ-Guide Plus lightbar
10.2
EZ-Guide Plus with AgGPS 252 manual guidance system
Required components
10.3
Vehicle profiles
Retain Remove
AgGPS 150 EZ-Guide Plus lightbar
Antenna for AgGPS 150 EZ-Guide Plus lightbar Antenna to receiver cable
(Optional) Remote keypad
Retain Remove
AgGPS 252 receiver
AgGPS 50/150 lightbar (EZ-Guide Plus) (Optional) Remote keypad
AgGPS 252-to-lightbar cable (P/N 50166)
Kits required Special tools
Platform kit: P/N 54035-55 Hydraulic hose kit: P/N 63458 One of the following:
• V plate: P/N 62388-02
• 2" square pipe: P/N 53676 One of the following:
• Remote engage switch assembly – standard Euro: P/N 57227-10
• Remote engage foot pedal: P/N 57259
10.5 mm drill bit
Allen wrench set (metric and Imperial)
Required profile
T8010, T8020, T8030, T8040: New Holland T8000 EU with Autosense.vdb
Autopilot hardware organization – as shipped
Platform kit (P/N 54035-55)
Common parts
GPS receiver
Display Hyd. hose kit (P/N 63458)
Roof bracket kit (P/N 53676 or P/N 62388-02) (2) Hydraulic valve
(2) Hydraulic manifold
(2) Pressure transducer
(2) Counterbalance valve
(2) Bolt kit - hydraulics
(2) Manifold mounting bracket
(2) Hydraulic valve cable
(2) Manual override cable
(3) Steering angle cable
(3) Steering angle device, mounting brackets, cable, and hardware
(6) Power cable
(8) Main harness
(8) Aux harness
(8) Controller
(8) Cable kit
(8) Sonalert alarm
(4) GPS receiver
(4) GPS antenna
(4) GPS receiver mounting bracket
(4) GPS receiver power/data cable
(4) RTK radio, cable, and mounting bracket kit (supplied separately)
(5) EZ-Guide 500 lightbar
(5) AgGPS 150 lightbar
(5) AgGPS FieldManager display
(2) Hyd. hoses
(2) Hyd.
adaptors
(4) Roof brackets
(4) Mounting hardware kit, roof bracket
Introduction 1
Autopilot hardware organization – as installed
Preparing the vehicle for installation
Step 1
Park the vehicle on a level, hard surface. Block the front and rear wheels.
Step 2
Align the steering straight ahead. On an articulated vehicle, install the articulation locks.
Step 3
Remove all dirt and debris from the areas of the vehicle where the AgGPS Autopilot system will be installed.
Hydraulics (2)
Steering device (3)
GPS receiver (4)
Display (5)
Power (6)
Controller (8)
• Hydraulic valve, manifold, pressure transducer
• Hydraulic valve cable
• Manual override cable
• Steering device assembly,
mounting brackets and hardware
• Steering angle cable
• GPS receiver
• GPS antenna
• GPS receiver mounting bracket
• GPS receiver power/data cable
• Roof brackets
• EZ-Guide 500 lightbar
• EZ-Guide 150 lightbar
• AgGPS FieldManager display
• Power cable and switch
• Electrical accessory kit
• Controller
• Mounting plate
• Bolt kit - controller
• Main wiring harness
• Aux. wiring harness
• Sonalert alarm
C H A P T E R
2
Hydraulic Control Valve Installation
2In this chapter:
Q Hydraulic control valve components
Q Assembling the hydraulic control valve
Q Installing the hydraulic hoses
This chapter describes how to install the hydraulic control valve and hoses.
Hydraulic control valve components
Item Description Part number Item Description Part number
X
54 inch hose (x2) F451TCJSJ9-6-8-6-54a
Fitting (x2) 8 C6LOY
42 inch hose F451TCJ0J7-6-6-6-42F
Fitting (x2) 6 C5OLOZ
33 inch hose (x2) F451TCJSJ7-8-6-6-33G
Fitting 4 R6LO[
15 inch hose F451TCJSJS-4-4-4-15H
Fitting 6-4 L0HL6G5TP\
12 inch hose F451TCJSJ7-4-4-4-12I
Fitting 6 C6LO]
Fitting 6 F65OLJ
Fitting (x2) FF3606T-0808S^
Fitting 4-6 C5OLOK
Fitting (x2) 8 R6LOY _
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Hydraulic Control Valve Installation 2
Assembling the hydraulic control valve
Step 1
Place the hydraulic control valve, bracket, and fittings onto a clean work surface.
Step 2
Remove the cartridge labeled CXCD XCN from the left side of the valve, as shown. Replace it with the check valve cavity plug XFOA XXN, which is supplied in the kit.
Step 3
Remove both the adjustable cartridge valves from the left side of the valve, as shown.
Step 4
Replace the adjustable cartridge valves with the two non-adjustable cartridges CKCB XAN, which are supplied with the kit.
Step 5
Locate the PTS manifold and the PTS cartridge.
Step 6
Replace the pilot-to-shift cartridge stamped PTS3-10-0-160 on the hexagonal head with the provided cartridge stamped PTS3-10-0-40.
Hydraulic Control Valve Installation 2
Step 7
Locate the provided manifold bracket.
Drill two 10.5 mm holes at the positions shown.
Step 8
Install a -6 straight adaptor into the T X and P Y ports.
Install the -4, 90 degree elbow with jam nut Z into the LS port.
Install a -6 90 degree elbow into the B [ and A \ ports.
Tighten all the connectors into position, as shown. Ensure that the flat face seal O-rings are in place.
Step 9
Install a -4 straight adaptor X into the Pilot port.
Install a -4 90 degree elbow with jam nut Y into the C port of the PTS valve.
Install a -6 straight adaptor Z into the B port.
108 mm
15 mm 91 mm
Y Z
X
\
[
Y
\ [
X
]
Step 10
Install the PTS valve with the provided ¼" x 2" bolts and the Autopilot valve with the provided 3/8" x 3" bolts onto the mounting bracket.
Step 11
Connect a -4 swivel tee X and a -4 90 degree elbow Y to the LS port of the Autopilot valve as shown.
Y
X
Hydraulic Control Valve Installation 2
Installing the hydraulic hoses
Step 1
Connect one end of the 15 -4 hose X to the 90 degree elbow on the LS port of the Autopilot valve.
Connect the other end of the hose to the C port on the PTS valve.
Step 2
Connect the straight end of the 12"
long -4 hose Y to the -4 tee on the LS port of the Autopilot valve. Connect the other end of the hose to the Pilot port on the PTS valve.
Step 3
Locate the hydraulic valve assembly mounting location on the right side of the tractor in front of the cab.
X
Y
Step 4
Mark the position of the mounting holes as shown.
Step 5
Drill two holes with a diameter of 10.5 mm at the points you marked.
Step 6
Install the hydraulic valve assembly onto the tractor. Use the provided 3/8" x 1" bolts.
100 mm
108 mm
30 mm 30 mm
Hydraulic Control Valve Installation 2
Step 7
Underneath the cab, disconnect the LS hose that leads from the hand pump.
Step 8
Reroute the existing LS hose towards the Autopilot manifold.
Step 9
Connect the existing LS hose to the -6 swivel adaptor on the A port of the PTS valve.
Step 10
Connect the 45 degree end of the 42 inch LS2 hose to the B port on the PTS valve.
Step 11
Connect the other end of the 42 inch LS2 hose to the LS hard line
underneath the cab.
Step 12
Mark and disconnect the left and right brake valve switches X.
Remove (if present) the steel pipes Y to get free access to the hand pump.
X
Y
Hydraulic Control Valve Installation 2
Step 13
Use the snap-to-connect tool, which is provided in the kit, to disconnect the two right hand side steering hand pump connections. The top right connection is the Tank and the bottom right is the pressure. Tag the hose ends as T X and P Y as they are removed.
Step 14
Install the provided -8 Snap-to- Connect tees into the P and T ports of the hand pump.
Connect the Snap-to-Connect ends of the existing P and T hoses to the tees.
Step 15
Install a -8 90 degree elbow onto P and T tees.
X
Y
Step 16
Connect the 45 degrees end of the 33 inch P and T hoses to the P and T ports on the Autopilot manifold.
Step 17
Connect the other end of the 33 inch P and T hoses to the 90 degree elbows on the orbitrol.
Step 18
Locate the existing A X and B Y lines on the left side of the engine.
Disconnect and mark the A and B hose assembles.
Y
Hydraulic Control Valve Installation 2
Step 19
Install the provided -8 swivel tees onto the existing A and B lines.
Step 20
Connect the 90 degree ends of the 54 inch A and B hoses to the branch of the tees.
Step 21
Route the other end of the 54 inch A and B hoses toward the Autopilot manifold.
Step 22
Connect the straight end of the 54 inch A and B hoses to the A and B ports on the Autopilot manifold.
Step 23
Reconnect the valve brake hard pipes and switches.
Step 24
Connect the hydraulic valve cable and manual override cable and then route them to the controller.
Note – If the vehicle steers in the opposite direction to that expected during calibration, switch the steering cable connectors on the valve.
Step 25
C H A P T E R
3
AutoSense Steering Device
Installation
3In this chapter:
Q AutoSense steering device components
Q Installing the AutoSense steering device
Q Preparing the harness (P/N 54602 Rev C)
This chapter describes how to install the AgGPS AutoSense™ steering device.
If the described mounting location is not accessible, chose an alternate location. To ensure proper function, the AutoSense device must be located in a position that is free of obstructions and allows it to rotate with the wheels when they turn.
On articulated vehicles, mount the AutoSense device on the opposite side of the pivot point to the Autopilot controller.
Mount the device base down or base up so it maintains a level orientation. Do not mount it on its side. An angle of up to 10 degrees in any direction is acceptable.
To avoid stretching the cable, leave adequate length on the service loop.
AutoSense steering device components
Item Description
X
P-6 connectorY
Power connectorZ
AutoSense connector[
Jumper cable (P/N 57560)\
AutoSense steering cable (P/N 57885)X
Z Y [
\
AutoSense Steering Device Installation 3
Installing the AutoSense steering device
Step 1
Locate the mounting location on the right kingpin.
Note – On the left kingpin, this location may be occupied by the diff lock steering pot.
Step 2
Replace the straight grease fitting with a 1/8"-28 BSP 45 degree one.
Tighten it so that the grease fitting end points towards the back of the vehicle.
C
CAUTION – Do not over tighten the grease fitting. This can break it and/or strip the thread.Step 3
Install the AutoSense device on the bracket as shown. Use the four
#6 x ½" socket head cap screws provided.
Step 4
If the vehicle has fenders, remove the fender bolts shown.
If the vehicle does not have fenders, use the two provided M16 x 20 mm bolts to mount the bracket in the existing holes.
Step 5
Mount the bracket and the AutoSense device over the right kingpin with the AutoSense
connector pointing toward the back of the vehicle.
Step 6
Route the steering cable to the steering device along the tie-rod and then connect it to the steering device. leave adequate length on the service loop to avoid stretching the cable.
AutoSense Steering Device Installation 3
Step 7
Connect the steering device cable connection to P-6 on the main wiring harness. P-6 is labeled “Steering Sensor”.
Preparing the harness (P/N 54602 Rev C)
Step 1
Remove the black Deutsch DTM receptacle from the P-13 sensors leg of the auxiliary harness. See
Chapter 8, Controller connections.
Step 2
Remove the plug from cavity number 1.
Step 3
Remove the wedge from the connector.
AutoSense Steering Device Installation 3
Step 4
Insert the DTM pin labeled “Cavity 1”
into the connector.
Step 5
Pull back on the wire to seat the pin.
Replace the wedge in the connector.
C H A P T E R
4
Antenna/Receiver Installation
4In this chapter:
Q Antenna and receiver installation options
Q AgGPS 252 GPS receiver with AgGPS 450/900 radio module (if equipped) components
Q Installing the AgGPS 252 GPS receiver with AgGPS 450/900 radio module (if equipped)
Q AgGPS 332 receiver components
Q Installing the AgGPS 332 receiver
Q AgGPS 432/442 receiver components
Q Installing the AgGPS 432/442 receiver
Q Installing an L1 antenna (WAAS, EGNOS, OmniSTAR VBS, or Beacon)
Q Installing an L1/L2/GNSS antenna (WAAS, EGNOS, OmniSTAR VBS,
This chapter describes how to install an AgGPS 252 receiver and radio module, an AgGPS 332 receiver, an AgGPS 432/442 receiver, an L1/L-Band/Beacon antenna, or an L1/L2 antenna.
Note – To install an EZ-Guide Plus or an EZ-Guide 500 system, see Chapter 5, Display Installation.
Antenna and receiver installation options
There are several options for mounting components (the antenna, radio module, or GPS receiver) on the cab roof depending on the required accuracy:
• 4" x 6" or 4¾" x 4¾" plate with VHB adhesive tape – This plate comes with most of the L1/L2/Beacon antenna kits. You attach it directly to the roof with VHB (Very High Bond) adhesive. It is recommended for all DGPS applications using WAAS/EGNOS, OmniSTAR VBS, and Beacon corrections. The antenna is attached to the mounting plate with magnets.
• V plate with VHB adhesive tape (P/N 62388-02) – This plate is available from the roof mounting section. You attach it directly to the roof with VHB adhesive.
It is recommended for all HP/XP and RTK applications.The antenna attaches to the mounting plate with magnets and the V shape ensures you can accurately reposition the antenna.
• AgGPS 252 2" square crossbar mount (P/N 53676) – This bracket is available from the roof mounting bracket section. It attaches directly to the roof using two existing studs and nuts. It is recommended for AgGPS 252 receiver mounting.
This table shows the possible mounting methods for each GPS receiver:
GPS receiver 4" x 6" or 4¾" x 4¾" plate with VHB adhesive tape
V plate with VHB adhesive tape (P/N 62388-02)
AgGPS 252 2" square crossbar
(P/N 53676)
AgGPS 252 receiver
x x F
EZ-Guide Plus/EZ-Guide 500
lightbar with L1 (DGPS) antenna
F x x
EZ-Guide 500 with L1/L2
(HP RTK) antenna
x F x
AgGPS 332 receiver with
L1/Beacon (DGPS) antenna
F x x
AgGPS 332 receiver with L1/L2
(HP RTK) antenna
x F x
AgGPS 432/442 receiver with
GNSS antenna
x F x
Antenna/Receiver Installation 4
AgGPS 252 GPS receiver with AgGPS 450/900 radio module (if equipped) components
Item Description
X
AgGPS 450 or 900 radio (if equipped)Y
Radio antenna cable and radio antenna baseX
Z
[ Y
\ ]
Installing the AgGPS 252 GPS receiver with AgGPS 450/900 radio module (if equipped)
Step 1
Locate the AgGPS 252 mounting plate and attach the antenna base (if equipped) to the rear of the plate with the two provided screws.
Step 2
Install the radio antenna on the antenna base.
Step 3
Place the radio module on the AgGPS 252 receiver. Install eight screws in the holes as shown.
Antenna/Receiver Installation 4
Step 4
Place the radio module connector into Port B of the receiver X.
Bolt the AgGPS 252 receiver onto the mounting plate. See Installing an AgGPS 252 receiver, page 54.
When you have secured the AgGPS 252 receiver onto the mounting plate, connect the radio antenna cable Y (if equipped).
Y X
AgGPS 332 receiver components
DGPS/OmniSTAR HP version
Note – To receive RTK corrections with a 450 MHz radio, Trimble recommends the use of the AgGPS 432 GPS receiver with integrated radio modem.
Item Description
X
Receiver-to-Autopilot controller cableX
\ [
Z ]
Y
Antenna/Receiver Installation 4
DGPS/OmniSTAR HP/RTK version
Item Description
X
Receiver-to-Autopilot controller cableY
To controller “P3 GPS” connectionZ
AgGPS 332 GPS receiver[
GPS antenna cableX
\ [
Z
] Y
_
^
Installing the AgGPS 332 receiver
Step 1
Mount the receiver in a convenient location in the cab.
Route the antenna cable X to the receiver and then connect it.
Connect the controller cable to cavity "A" Y of the receiver.
Controller cable connections will be established later in the Installation Instructions.
For RTK corrections with a SiteNet radio, connect the radio cable to receiver port B Z and then to the radio.
X Y
Z
Antenna/Receiver Installation 4
AgGPS 432/442 receiver components
Item Description
X
Radio antenna magnetic baseY
Radio antennaZ
Radio antenna cable[
AgGPS 432/442 GPS/GNSS receiver\
GNSS antenna cable]
Receiver-to-Autopilot controller cable]
^
\ [
Y Z
_ ` X
Installing the AgGPS 432/442 receiver
Step 1
Mount the receiver in a convenient location in the cab. Route the antenna cable to the receiver and then connect it.
Step 2
Identify the correct adaptor for the radio connection:
X Reverse polarity TNC-to-N for 900 MHz radios
Y Normal polarity TNC-to-N for 450 MHz radios
Step 3
Attach the adaptor to the radio port.
X Y
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Step 4
Connect the radio antenna cable to the radio port adaptor.
Step 5
Connect the controller cable to the 26-pin connector on the receiver.
Controller cable connections will be established later in the Installation Instructions.
Installing an L1 antenna (WAAS, EGNOS, OmniSTAR VBS, or Beacon)
Step 1
If the antenna is already fitted with built-in magnets, go to step 3.
Step 2
Screw the magnet into the antenna.
Stick the cover onto the magnet as shown.
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Step 3
Clean the antenna location on the roof of the cab with a light solvent to remove oil and dust. Remove the covers from the adhesive strips and then stick the antenna mounting plate onto a flat surface as close as possible to the back of the cab roof.
Ensure the plate is exactly on the centerline of the vehicle so the adhesive strips are on either side of the central rib, as shown.
Ensure that the center of the
mounting plate remains at least 1" to 2" forward from the rear axle.
Note – To secure the mounting plate to the roof, you can also rivet the plate to the plastic roof.
Step 4
Place the antenna magnetic mount at the center of the mounting plate.
Connect the cable to the antenna and route the cable toward the inside of the cab.
Rear of cab
Installing an L1/L2/GNSS antenna (WAAS, EGNOS, OmniSTAR VBS, OmniSTAR HP/XP, or RTK)
Step 1
Screw the magnet into the antenna.
Stick the cover onto the magnet as shown.
Step 2
Locate the V plate and remove the backing from one side of the VHB strips provided and then apply the strips to the plate.
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Step 3
Clean the antenna location on the roof of the cab with a light solvent to remove oil and dust.
Position the plate so it points forward and then remove the backing from the other side of the VHB strips.
Apply the plate to the cab roof as close as possible to the back of the roof.
When the antenna is installed on the V plate, ensure that the center of the antenna remains at least 1" to 2"
forward of the rear axle of the vehicle.
Ensure that the VHB strips make even contact with the surface. Apply pressure and then leave for
approximately 30 minutes to adhere.
Note – The arrow points to the front of the vehicle.
Step 4
Place the antenna against the lip at the point of the V plate for repeatable positioning.
Connect the cable to the antenna and route the cable toward the inside of the cab.
Rear of cab
Installing a radio remote antenna
Step 1
Connect the radio antenna to the magnetic antenna base.
Step 2
Attach the magnetic radio antenna base to the rear of the V plate on the roof. If the cable does not reach the V plate, use the 4" x 6" plate with the VHB provided to relocate the antenna.
Feed the radio antenna cable down from the roof and into the cab to the radio modem.
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Installing a SiteNet 900 radio
Step 1
Install the SiteNet 900 radio in the cab in a location where it is hidden and secure for rolling.
Connect the radio antenna cable adaptor to the radio modem.
Step 2
Connect the radio cable to the adaptor.
Installing a PDL450 radio modem
Step 1
Install the radio in a location where it is accessible when the operator needs to select a new radio channel ID.
There are several mounting options:
• For a permanent mount, bolt the radio onto a bracket with a 5/8" UNC screw.
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• For a temporary mount (so it can be moved between vehicles), mount the radio on a magnet with a 5/8" UNC stud.
Step 2
Connect the radio antenna cable adaptor to the radio.
Step 3
Connect the radio cable to the adaptor.
Installing an AgGPS 252 receiver
Step 1
Locate the mounting studs on the cab roof that are close to the rear axle and correspond to the dimension of the mounting slots on the 2" square pipe.
Use the slotted holes to center the spar and then tighten the bolts. If required, use the spacers and flat washers provided to secure the spar.
Note – If the receiver is offset to the left or the right of the vehicle, AgGPS Autopilot system performance may be affected. Ensure that the GPS antenna is aligned with the center of the vehicle before you tighten the cab bolts.
Step 2
Use the four provided ¼" flathead screws X to attach the receiver mounting bracket to the spar.
X
Rear of the cab
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Step 4
Connect the cable from the cab controller into port A X of the AgGPS 252 receiver. Bolt the cable clamp Y to the left side of the receiver.
Route the cable into the cab and to the controller.
Y X
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Display Installation
5In this chapter:
Q EZ-Guide Plus lightbar components
Q Installing the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar
Q Mounting the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar
Q Preparing the EZ-Guide Plus power cable for the alternative power supply
Q AgGPS FieldManager display components
Q Connecting the AgGPS FieldManager display harness
Q Preparing the AgGPS FieldManager display
Q Installing the AgGPS FieldManager display
Q EZ-Guide 500 lightbar components
This chapter describes and how to install and connect the EZ-Guide® Plus lightbar, the AgGPS FieldManager™ display, or the EZ-Guide 500 lightbar in the vehicle.
EZ-Guide Plus lightbar components
Item Description
X
EZ-Guide Plus lightbarY
ControllerZ
Display cable[
Sonalert alarm (if connected)\
Optional remote keypad]
Power harness^
Alternative EZ-Guide Plus lightbar power supply (recommended)_
X
Z Y [
]
^
_
\
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Installing the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar
Step 1
Assemble the lightbar as shown below.
Item Description Item Description
X
EZ-Guide Plus lightbar\
Bracket wing-nutY
Bracket screw]
Mount bracketZ
Bracket lock-washer^
Bracket pad[ Z Y
_ X
\ ]
^
[ Z Y
Mounting the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar
There are two methods of mounting the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar:
• On a vertical, or near vertical surface, using a suction cup vacuum mount, for example to mount the lightbar on a window.
• On a horizontal, or near
horizontal surface, using a mount bracket, for example to mount the lightbar directly on the dashboard with screws.
Installing the vacuum mount
Note – The vacuum mount is atemporary mounting device. Before you use it, read the manufacturer’s
instructions provided with the mounting kit.
Step 1
Secure the vacuum mount to the mounting bracket using the hardware provided.
Step 2
Dampen the rubber seal on the suction cup.
Step 3
Secure the lightbar in the desired
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Installing the mount bracket Step 1
Use a pen or awl with the bracket drilling template below to mark where the four holes are to be drilled on the mount plate.
Step 2
Drill the holes in the bracket at the marked points.
Step 5
Connect the cable to the EZ-Guide Plus lightbar.
Step 6
Attach the EZ-Guide Plus display cable to the main harness connection labeled “Display”.
Note – If the cable is connected to the auxiliary harness connection labeled
“Spare”, the display will act as a lightbar only.
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Preparing the EZ-Guide Plus power cable for the alternative power supply
Step 1
Locate the EZ-Guide Plus power cable and then cut it as shown.
Step 2
Strip 25 mm of insulation off the EZ-Guide Plus power cable.
Step 3
Locate the power leads (with one open end) and the two-cavity Deutsch connector that come with the Autopilot display cable
(P/N 54612).
Step 4
Cut the two power lead wires as shown.
60 mm
25 mm
100 mm
Step 5
Strip approximately 10 mm of insulation off the four wires and then add solder to the ends.
Step 6 OPTION 1
(RECOMMENDED)
Solder the same colored wires together and then insulate them with 35 mm of heat shrink tubing.OPTION 2
Clamp the same colored wires together with some crimping lugs.Step 7
10 mm
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Step 8
Connect the two Deutsch connectors together, coil the power cable, and then attach it to the cable end with a DB9 connector so that both ends are at the same length.
Step 9
Attach the DB9 connector and the power connector from the Autopilot display cable to the lightbar as shown.
AgGPS FieldManager display components
Item Description
X
AgGPS FieldManager displayY
Autopilot NavController II navigation controllerZ
Autopilot main harness[
Autopilot auxiliary harness\
P4 connector – “Display”]
Power lead^
FieldManager display harness (P/N 59872)X
Z Y [
\ ]
^
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Connecting the AgGPS FieldManager display harness
Step 1
Route the FieldManager display cable labeled “P9 Continuous Power” along with the Autopilot power cable toward the Autopilot power switch.
Step 2
Ensure that the free connector on the power cable is connected to a permanent +12 V connection.
Step 3
Connect the FieldManager display P9 connector to the + 12 V plug.
Preparing the AgGPS FieldManager display
Step 1
Locate the AgGPS FieldManager display, the RAM mount bracket and mounting hardware, and the RAM mount clamp.
Step 2
Use the provided hardware to attach the RAM mount bracket to the rear of the display.
Step 3
Attach the RAM mount to the rear of the display.
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Installing the AgGPS FieldManager display
Step 1
The AgGPS FieldManager display is mounted in the cab with a bar mount RAM mount.
Determine a mounting location in the cab that:
• allows a clear view of the display.
• does not obscure the tractor instruments.
Step 2
Use the provided hardware to mount the RAM mount bracket to the bar.
Feed the AgGPS FieldManager display harness to the display location.
Step 3
Attach the other end of the RAM mount to the bar mount. Attach the AgGPS FieldManager display cable to the back of the display.
Step 4
Adjust the position of the FieldManager display so you can comfortably access the touch screen and then tighten the clamp on the RAM mount so the display is held securely in place.
Ensure that the other end of the AgGPS FieldManager display is attached to the connection labeled
“Display” on the NavController II wiring harness.
Note – Do not connect the AgGPS FieldManager display connection to the auxiliary harness connection labeled “Spare”.
The display is now installed.
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EZ-Guide 500 lightbar components
With a SiteNet radio for 900 MHz RTK corrections (if equipped)
Item Description Item Description
X
EZ-Guide 500 lightbar_
EZ-Guide 500-to-radio cable (ZTN 62082)Y
GPS antenna`
Remote keypad (optional - ZTN 66030-00)Z
Radio antenna (P/N 22882-00)a
External interface cable (ZTN 52033)[
Radio antenna magnetic mount(P/N 62109)
F
EZ-Guide 500 power cable (P/N 62817)\ G
LABEL
a `
_
^ ]
\
Y Z
F
X
[
G
I
H
With a PDL450 radio for 450 MHz RTK corrections (if equipped)
Item Description Item Description
X
EZ-Guide 500 lightbar`
Remote keypad (optional - ZTN 66030-00)Y
GPS antennaa
External interface cable (ZTN 52033)Z
Radio antenna (P/N 51870-x0-x0)F
Power tap to PDL radio (P/N 63185)[
Radio antenna magnetic mount (P/N 62109)G
EZ-Guide 500 power cable (ZTN 62817)\
GPS antenna cableH
EZ-Guide 500-to-Autopilot cable (P/N 62754)LABEL
a `
_
^
\ ]
Y Z
X [
G H
I
F
J
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Preparing the EZ-Guide 500 lightbar
Note – Connect the EZ-Guide 500 cables to the back of the lightbar before you attach the lightbar to the RAM mount.
Step 1
Locate the EZ-Guide 500 lightbar, the RAM mount and hardware, and the RAM mount clamp.
Step 2
Install the RAM mount diamond base to the display using the hardware provided.
Step 3
Attach the RAM mount clamp to the ball at the rear of the display.
Installing the EZ-Guide 500 lightbar
Step 1
Select the location for the lightbar in the cab. The mounting location requires a bar that the RAM mount can be attached to.
Select a location in the cab that:
• allows a clear view of the display.
• does not obscure the tractor instruments.
Step 2
Use the provided hardware to mount the RAM mount bracket to the bar.
Feed the EZ-Guide 500 antenna and Autopilot cables to the display location. If equipped, feed the radio cable to the same location.
Step 3
Attach the other end of the RAM mount to the bar mount. Attach the antenna and Autopilot cables to the lightbar.
Note – The following steps describe
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Step 4
Connect the two round connectors on the EZ-Guide 500-to-Autopilot cable to the power and extension ports on the back of the lightbar.
Step 5
Connect the optional keypad to the DB9 connector as shown.
Step 6 RTK RADIO
WITH KEYPAD
If you are using the optional keypad, connect the external interface cable (P/N 52033) to the serial port on the back of the lightbar.Connect the remote keypad to one of the serial ports on the external interface cable.
Connect the EZ-Guide 500-to-radio
RTK RADIO, NO KEYPAD
Connect the EZ-Guide 500-to-radio cable to the serial port on the back of the lightbar.Step 7
Connect the 4-pin Deutsch DTM connector on the EZ-Guide 500-to- radio cable to the matching Deutsch connector on the EZ-Guide 500-to- Autopilot cable.
Step 8
Feed the GPS antenna cable into the cab and then connect it to the antenna port on the back of the lightbar.
Step 9
Adjust the position of the
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6
Power Harness Installation
6In this chapter:
Q Power harness components
Q Installing the power harness
This chapter describes how to install the power harness in the vehicle.