AutoSteer Assisted Steering Unit
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Software Installation Manual AutoSteer Assisted Steering Unit Read the whole manual before using the product and keep it for later reference

Legal Disclaimer Safety Instructions Warning Alerts Parts of the full AutoSteer System AutoSteer cable harness connection layout Error messages AutoSteer software setup Tilt compensation Alarm settings Navigation Screen Starting a session with MachineryGuide AutoSteer Limitations in MachineryGuide version 2.3.0

Legal Disclaimer Please read and follow all instructions in the following manual prior to installing and operating the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage or injury that results from the failure to follow the instructions, cautions, and warnings set forth herein. Please note that: 1. The MachineryGuide AutoSteer is intended to only be used on agricultural fields with proper conditions. Do not use the system on too steep or too rough terrain to avoid any damage to the machinery or injury. The MachineryGuide AutoSteer does not include an obstacle...

Safety Instructions Read these safety instructions thoroughly and follow all the instructions. 1. Only an operator who is fully authorized to drive a tractor can operate the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system. It is not allowed under any conditions for an unauthorized person to operate the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system. The operator must have sufficient knowledge of procedures on how to operate the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system before starting to operate it. Only an operator who is trained or is experienced must operate the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system. Always operate the system in a...

MachineryGuide AutoSteer system installed always check that all parts of the system is in operational condition, nothing is loose, damaged or missing. 15. If there is any doubt of the safety or reliability of the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system contact the responsible expert or the MachineryGuide team and do not use the system 16. Only turn on or off the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system when it is safe and conditions are appropriate. 17. If any unusual or abnormal phenomenon is present after the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system is activated (for example excessive heat from the motor unit)...

Warning Alerts The manufacturer and installer of the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system disclaim any responsibility for damage or physical harm caused by the failure to adhere to the safety requirements stated below: 1. Read this documentation prior installing and operating the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system to understand the potential associated hazards. Never leave the machinery’s operator seat while the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system is engaged to avoid death or injury from being run over by the vehicle or the automated motion of the steering system. To prevent accidental death or injury...

Parts of the full AutoSteer System Part name With AutoSteer MachineryGuide AutoSteer Tablet with MachineryGuide application Tilt sensor MachineryGuide NODE Bluetooth connection between NODE and tablet Wheel angle sensor GNSS antenna

AutoSteer cable harness connection layout Part name Tilt sensor NODE unit GPS/GLONASS antenna Tilt sensor connector Connects to tilt sensor (1) NODE connector

Bluetooth antenna Connects to Bluetooth connector (2) Connects to NODE DC connector (8) Connects to additional control units (BSC, BSC Pres, Planter Section Control etc.) Antenna cable Connection between GPS INPUT (2) and GNSS antenna (3) AutoSteer unit AutoSteer connector Angle sensor Angle sensor connector Connects to angle sensor (15) Connects to AutoSteer unit (13)

Error messages The MachineryGuide AutoSteer system displays different error messages via the dedicated LEDs on the front panels of the devices. These messages can be decoded by the following table: NODE error messages: Error LED 1 The device is under power. Lights continuously if there is communication with the app Flashes every 3 second if no communication Lights continuously if there is no NMEA data Flashes every 3 second if there is CAN overflow AutoSteer error messages: Error LED 1 The AutoSteer function has been interrupted by the user. A. Overheat: The led blinks 3 times under a 3...

AutoSteer software setup MachineryGuide AutoSteer is compatible with the MachineryGuide guidance system. When correctly set up, all the necessary configurations can be done within the software. The AutoSteer settings can be found in the “Auto steering” menu: The following settings can be found in the “Auto steering” menu “INSTALLATION CONFIG”

This menu allows the user to properly set up the software for their machinery. These inputs serve as the base of the calculation done by the software, so the accuracy of automatic steering highly depends on the accuracy of data given here by the user. Option User shall measure and type in the accurate value Minimal turning diameter of the machinery User shall measure and type in the accurate value Distance between the ball-joints User shall measure and type in the accurate value Position of the angle sensor Recommended installation is on the left side 0% is proper for almost any type of...

The “Wheel-angle calibration” menu has a step-by-step method to calibrate the wheel-angle sensor. Follow the steps in order to perform a wheel-angle sensor calibration: To prevent accidental death or injury from being run over by the vehicle make sure that the vehicle is clear of any obstacles or humans while calibrating the MachineryGuide AutoSteer system. Move forward and ensure that the wheels are in a straight forward position, then press “Done”. Stop the tractor, then press “Done”. Turn the wheel to the right end position Turn the wheel to the right end position, then press “Done”....

The following settings can be found in the “GENERAL CONFIG” tab: Check this box, if there is a trailed implement connected to the tractor. Minimal turning radius with implement The user shall measure and type in the accurate value. This parameter should be greater than the minimum turning radius of the tractor alone. Check this box when the user expects minor changing side skid movement. For greater and constant side skid, use the “Size and Alignment” options from the “Settings” menu. If enabled, the actuator will stop immediately if the steering wheel is grabbed by the user. Hand...