Raven SmarTrax Calibration And Operation Manual

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SmarTrax™ Calibration and

Operation Manual

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this document,

Raven Industries assumes no responsibility for omissions and errors. Nor is any

liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained

herein.

Raven Industries shall not be responsible or liable for incidental or consequential

damages or a loss of anticipated benefits or profits, work stoppage or loss, or

impairment of data arising out of the use, or inability to use, this system or any of

its components. Raven Industries shall not be held responsible for any

modifications or repairs made outside our facilities, nor damages resulting from

inadequate maintenance of this system.

As with all wireless and satellite signals, several factors may affect the availability

and accuracy of wireless and satellite navigation and correction services (e.g.

GPS, GNSS, SBAS, etc.). Therefore, Raven Industries cannot guarantee the

accuracy, integrity, continuity, or availability of these services and cannot

guarantee the ability to use Raven systems, or products used as components of

systems, which rely upon the reception of these signals or availability of these

services. Raven Industries accepts no responsibility for the use of any of these

signals or services for other than the stated purpose.

Disclaimer

Table of Contents

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Chapter 1 Important Safety Information............................................................................. 1

Hydraulic .........................................................................................................................................................................2

General .......................................................................................................................................................................................2

Instructions for Hose Routing ...........................................................................................................................................2

Electrical ..........................................................................................................................................................................3

General .......................................................................................................................................................................................3

Instructions for Wire Routing ............................................................................................................................................3

Chapter 2 Introduction............................................................................................................. 7

Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................7

Recommendations .................................................................................................................................................................7

Antenna Installation ..............................................................................................................................................................8

Antenna Left/Right Offset (Antenna X Position) ..........................................................................................................................8

Antenna Fore/Aft Offset (Antenna Y Position) .............................................................................................................................8

Antenna Height (Antenna Z Position) ..............................................................................................................................................8

Point of Reference .......................................................................................................................................................9

Updates ...........................................................................................................................................................................9

Chapter 3 CR7 Calibration and Operation......................................................................... 11

Buttons and Definitions ..........................................................................................................................................11

Initial Startup ..............................................................................................................................................................12

Data Transfer ..........................................................................................................................................................................12

GPS Configuration ...............................................................................................................................................................12

SmarTrax Terms of Use ......................................................................................................................................................13

Machine Configuration ......................................................................................................................................................14

Set Up Machine Profile(s) - Optional ............................................................................................................................................14

Machine-Specific Configuration ..................................................................................................................................................... 14

Calibrate the SmarTrax System ...........................................................................................................................15

System Disengage Calibration ........................................................................................................................................16

SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Switch or Flow Switch Installed ................................................................................. 16

SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Transducer Installed .......................................................................................................17

Engage Switch and Node Orientation .........................................................................................................................17

Wheel Angle Sensor (WAS) Calibration - If Applicable .........................................................................................18

Configuring Wheel Base and Antenna Offsets .........................................................................................................19

3D Compensation Calibration .........................................................................................................................................23

Calibrate the Machine’s Steering System .......................................................................................................25

System Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................27

Line Acquisition and Aggressiveness (LA) Mode .....................................................................................................27

On-Line (OL) Mode and Sensitivity ...............................................................................................................................28

Advanced Setup Tools and System Diagnostics ..........................................................................................28

System Information Tab ....................................................................................................................................................29

Sensor Setup Tab .................................................................................................................................................................30

3D Compensation Tab ........................................................................................................................................................31

Advanced Setup Tab ...........................................................................................................................................................32

Diagnostics Tab .....................................................................................................................................................................33

Routine Operation ...................................................................................................................................................34

Engage SmarTrax ..................................................................................................................................................................34

Updating the Node ..............................................................................................................................................................35

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Reset Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................................35

Chapter 4 Viper 4/4+ Calibration and Operation ........................................................... 37

Widget and Button Definitions ............................................................................................................................37

Initial Startup ...............................................................................................................................................................38

Data Transfer .........................................................................................................................................................................38

GPS Configuration ...............................................................................................................................................................38

Internal GPS Receiver ...........................................................................................................................................................................38

External 600S GPS Receiver ...............................................................................................................................................................40

External GPS Receiver ..........................................................................................................................................................................42

SmarTrax Terms of Use ......................................................................................................................................................44

Machine Configuration ......................................................................................................................................................44

Set Up Machine Profile(s) - Optional .............................................................................................................................................44

Machine-Specific Configuration ......................................................................................................................................................45

Calibrate the SmarTrax System ............................................................................................................................46

System Disengage Calibration ........................................................................................................................................46

SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Switch or Flow Switch Installed ..................................................................................46

SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Transducer Installed ........................................................................................................47

Engage Switch and Node Orientation .........................................................................................................................49

Wheel Angle Sensor (WAS) Calibration - If Applicable .........................................................................................50

Configuring Wheel Base and Antenna Offsets .........................................................................................................50

Enhanced Tilt Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................54

Calibrate the Machine’s Steering System ........................................................................................................57

System Adjustments .................................................................................................................................................58

Line Acquisition and Aggressiveness (LA) Mode .....................................................................................................59

On-Line (OL) Mode and Sensitivity ...............................................................................................................................60

Advanced Setup Tools and System Diagnostics ...........................................................................................60

System Information Tab ....................................................................................................................................................60

Diagnostics Tab ....................................................................................................................................................................62

Sensor Status .........................................................................................................................................................................64

SmarTrax 3D Compensation Tab ...................................................................................................................................65

GPS Setup Tab .......................................................................................................................................................................66

Error Log Tab .........................................................................................................................................................................67

Routine Operation ....................................................................................................................................................67

Engage SmarTrax .................................................................................................................................................................67

Updating the Node .............................................................................................................................................................68

System Settings ..................................................................................................................................................................69

Reset Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................................69

Chapter 5 Viper Pro Calibration and Operation .............................................................. 71

Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................71

Software Compatibility ......................................................................................................................................................71

SmarTrax Status Display ....................................................................................................................................................71

Initial Startup ...............................................................................................................................................................72

Data Transfer .........................................................................................................................................................................72

GPS Configuration ...............................................................................................................................................................72

SmarTrax Terms of Use ......................................................................................................................................................73

Machine Configuration ......................................................................................................................................................74

Calibration Warning .............................................................................................................................................................................74

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Set Up Machine Profile(s) - Optional ............................................................................................................................................74

Machine-Specific Configuration ..................................................................................................................................................... 75

Calibrate the SmarTrax System ...........................................................................................................................76

System Disengage Calibration ........................................................................................................................................77

SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Transducer Installed .......................................................................................................77

SmarTrax Systems with a Flow Switch or Pressure Switch Installed ................................................................................. 78

Engage Switch Calibration and Node Orientation ..................................................................................................79

Wheel Angle Sensor (WAS) Calibration - If Applicable .........................................................................................80

Configuring Wheel Base and Antenna Offsets .........................................................................................................81

Enhanced Tilt Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................85

Calibrate the Machine’s Steering System .......................................................................................................89

System Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................90

Line Acquisition (LA) Mode and Aggressiveness .....................................................................................................91

On-Line (OL) Mode and Sensitivity ...............................................................................................................................91

Advanced Setup Tools ............................................................................................................................................92

STX Setup Screen .................................................................................................................................................................92

Sys Diag Screen .....................................................................................................................................................................94

Adv Setup Screen .................................................................................................................................................................97

3D Setup Screen ...................................................................................................................................................................98

Routine Operation ...................................................................................................................................................99

Engaging SmarTrax ..............................................................................................................................................................99

Updating the Node ..............................................................................................................................................................99

System Settings ...............................................................................................................................................................100

Chapter 6 Envizio Pro and Cruizer II Calibration and Operation .............................. 101

Introduction ..............................................................................................................................................................101

Software Compatibility ....................................................................................................................................................101

SmarTrax Status Display .................................................................................................................................................101

Initial Startup ............................................................................................................................................................102

Cruizer II Connecting to SmarTrax via CAN Communication ...........................................................................102

Envizio Pro ............................................................................................................................................................................103

Data Transfer ........................................................................................................................................................................................103

GPS Configuration ..............................................................................................................................................................................103

SmarTrax Terms of Use .....................................................................................................................................................................106

Machine Configuration ...................................................................................................................................................106

Set Up Machine Profile(s) - Optional ..........................................................................................................................................106

Machine-Specific Configuration ...................................................................................................................................................107

Calibrate the SmarTrax System .........................................................................................................................109

System Disengage Calibration - SmarTrax Only ...................................................................................................109

SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Transducer Installed .....................................................................................................109

SmarTrax Systems with a Flow Switch or Pressure Switch Installed ...............................................................................110

Engage Switch Calibration and Node Orientation ................................................................................................111

Wheel Angle Sensor (WAS) Calibration - If Applicable ......................................................................................112

Configuring Wheel Base and Antenna Offsets ......................................................................................................112

Enhanced Tilt Calibration ...............................................................................................................................................116

Calibrate the Machine’s Steering System .....................................................................................................119

System Adjustments ..............................................................................................................................................121

Line Acquisition (LA) Mode and Aggressiveness ..................................................................................................121

On-Line (OL) Mode and Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................122

Advanced Setup and Diagnostics ....................................................................................................................123

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SmarTrax Information Screen .......................................................................................................................................124

Enhanced Tilt Calibration Setup Screen ................................................................................................................... 125

Advanced Setup Screen .................................................................................................................................................. 126

System Diagnostics Screen ........................................................................................................................................... 128

Reset Default ...................................................................................................................................................................... 129

Routine Operation .................................................................................................................................................130

Engaging SmarTrax .......................................................................................................................................................... 130

Updating the Node .......................................................................................................................................................... 130

System Settings .................................................................................................................................................................131

Recalibrating Hydraulics ................................................................................................................................................. 131

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting................................................................................................. 133

Node ............................................................................................................................................................................133

Error Messages .......................................................................................................................................................134

SmarTrax Operation ..............................................................................................................................................136

Chapter 8 System Diagrams ............................................................................................... 141

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

INFORMATION

Read this manual and the operation and safety instructions included with your implement and/or controller

carefully before installing the SmarTrax™ system.

• Follow all safety information presented within this manual.

• If you require assistance with any portion of the installation or service of your Raven equipment, contact your

local Raven dealer for support.

• Follow all safety labels affixed to the SmarTrax system components. Be sure to keep safety labels in good

condition and replace any missing or damaged labels. To obtain replacements for missing or damaged safety

labels, contact your local Raven dealer.

When operating the machine after installing SmarTrax, observe the following safety measures:

• Be alert and aware of surroundings.

• Do not operate SmarTrax or any agricultural equipment while under the influence of alcohol or an illegal

substance.

• Remain in the operator’s position in the machine at all times when SmarTrax is engaged.

• Disable SmarTrax when exiting the operator’s seat and machine.

• Do not drive the machine with SmarTrax enabled on any public road.

• Determine and remain a safe working distance from other individuals. The operator is responsible for disabling

SmarTrax when the safe working distance has diminished.

• Ensure SmarTrax is disabled prior to starting any maintenance work on the system or the machine.

• Carefully read and follow all safety requirements and precautions contained in this manual and the machine-

specific Installation Manual. Failure to follow safety instructions may lead to equipment damage, personal

injury, or death.

• When starting the machine for the first time after installing SmarTrax, be sure that all persons stand clear in

case a hose has not been properly tightened.

• The machine must remain stationary and switched off during SmarTrax installation or maintenance.

NOTICE

WARNING

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HYDRAULIC

GENERAL

• Raven Industries recommends that appropriate protective equipment be worn at all times when working on the

hydraulic system.

• Never attempt to open or work on a hydraulic system with the equipment running. Care should always be

taken when opening a system that has been previously pressurized.

• When disconnecting the hydraulic hoses or purging is required, be aware that the hydraulic fluid may be

extremely hot and under high pressure. Caution must be exercised.

• Any work performed on the hydraulic system must be done in accordance with the machine manufacturer’s

approved maintenance instructions.

• When installing SmarTrax hydraulics or performing diagnostics, maintenance, or routine service, ensure that

precautions are taken to prevent any foreign material or contaminants from being introduced into the

machine’s hydraulic system. Objects or materials that are able to bypass the machine’s hydraulic filtration

system will reduce performance and possibly damage the SmarTrax hydraulic valve.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOSE ROUTING

The word “hose” is used to mean all flexible fluid carrying components. Follow existing hoses as much as possible

and use these guidelines:

Hoses should not contact or be attached to:

• Components with high vibration forces

• Components carrying hot fluids beyond component specifications

Avoid contact with any sharp edge or abrading surfaces such as, but not limited to:

• Sheared or flame cut edges

• Edges of machined surfaces

• Fastener threads or cap screw heads

• Ends of adjustable hose clamps

Routing should not allow hoses to:

• Hang below the unit

• Have the potential to become damaged due to exposure to the exterior environment. (i.e. tree limbs, debris,

attachments)

• Be placed in areas of or in contact with machine components which develop temperatures higher than the

temperature rating of hose components

• Hoses should be protected or shielded if it needs to route near hot temperatures beyond hose component

specifications

Hoses should not have sharp bends

CAUTION

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Allow sufficient clearance from machine component operational zones such as:

• Drive shafts, universal joints and hitches (i.e. 3-point hitch)

• Pulleys, gears, sprockets

• Deflection and backlash of belts and chains

• Adjustment zones of adjustable brackets

• Changes of position in SmarTrax and suspension systems

• Moving linkages, cylinders, articulation joints, attachments

• Ground engaging components

For hose sections that move during machine operation:

• Allow sufficient length for free movement without interference to prevent: pulling, pinching, catching or

rubbing, especially in articulation and pivot points

• Clamp hoses securely to force controlled movement to occur in the desired hose section

• Avoid sharp twisting or flexing of hoses in short distances

Protect hoses from:

• Foreign objects such as rocks that may fall or be thrown by the unit

• Buildup of dirt, mud, snow, ice, submersion in water and oil

• Tree limbs, brush and debris

• Damage where service personnel or operators might step or use as a grab bar

• Damage when passing through metal structures

• High pressure wash

ELECTRICAL

GENERAL

• Always verify that the power leads are connected to the correct polarity as marked. Reversing the power leads

could cause severe damage to the equipment.

• Ensure that the power cable is the last cable to be connected.

• A minimum of 12 VDC is required for system operation with a maximum of 15 VDC.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR WIRE ROUTING

The word “harness” is used to mean all electrical leads and cables, bundled and unbundled. When installing

harness, secure it at least every 30 cm (12in) to the frame. Follow existing harness as much as possible and use

these guidelines:

Harness should not contact or be attached to:

• Lines and hoses with high vibration forces or pressure spikes

• Lines and hoses carrying hot fluids beyond harness component specifications

Avoid contact with any sharp edge or abrading surfaces such as, but not limited to:

• Sheared or flame cut edges

• Edges of machined surfaces

• Fastener threads or cap screw heads

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• Ends of adjustable hose clamps

• Wire exiting conduit without protection, either ends or side of conduit

• Hose and tube fittings

Routing should not allow harnesses to:

• Hang below the unit

• Have the potential to become damaged due to exposure to the exterior environment. (i.e. tree limbs, debris,

attachments)

• Be placed in areas of or in contact with machine components which develop temperatures higher than the

temperature rating of harness components

• Wiring should be protected or shielded if it needs to route near hot temperatures beyond harness component

specifications

Harnessing should not have sharp bends

Allow sufficient clearance from machine component operational zones such as:

• Drive shafts, universal joints and hitches (i.e. 3-point hitch)

• Pulleys, gears, sprockets

• Deflection and backlash of belts and chains

• Adjustment zones of adjustable brackets

• Changes of position in SmarTrax and suspension systems

• Moving linkages, cylinders, articulation joints, attachments

• Ground engaging components

For harness sections that move during machine operation:

• Allow sufficient length for free movement without interference to prevent: pulling, pinching, catching or

rubbing, especially in articulation and pivot points

• Clamp harnesses securely to force controlled movement to occur in the desired harness section

• Avoid sharp twisting or flexing of harnesses in short distances

• Connectors and splices should not be located in harness sections that move

Protect harnesses from:

• Foreign objects such as rocks that may fall or be thrown by the unit

• Buildup of dirt, mud, snow, ice, submersion in water and oil

• Tree limbs, brush and debris

• Damage where service personnel or operators might step or use as a grab bar

• Damage when passing through metal structures

IMPORTANT:

• Avoid directly spraying electrical components and connections with high pressure water.

High pressure water sprays can penetrate seals and cause electrical components to corrode

or otherwise become damaged. When performing maintenance:

• Inspect all electrical components and connections for damage or corrosion. Repair or replace

components, connections, or cable as necessary.

• Ensure connections are clean, dry, and not damaged. Repair or replace components,

connections, or cable as necessary.

• Clean components or connections using low pressure water, pressurized air, or an aerosol

electrical component cleaning agent.

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• Remove visible surface water from components, connections, or seals using pressurized air

or an aerosol electrical component cleaning agent. allow components to dry completely

before reconnecting cables.

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CHAPTER 2

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Raven SmarTrax system! This system is designed to provide cutting-edge,

hands-free steering of the machine via Global Positioning System (GPS) coordinates.

The instructions in this manual are designed to assist in the proper calibration and operation of the SmarTrax

system when used with the CR7™, Viper® 4/4+, Viper Pro™, Envizio Pro™ or Envizio Pro™ II, and Cruizer™ II series

field computers.

IMPORTANT: Installation of the SmarTrax system must be completed before calibrating the system. If you have

questions regarding the installation of the SmarTrax system, refer to the machine-specific SmarTrax

Installation Manual provided with the installation kit.

IMPORTANT: The Raven field computer must be calibrated specifically for the vehicle before being used to operate the

SmarTrax system. For questions about the field computer, refer to the Installation & Operation Manual

provided with the field computer.

INSTALLATION

RECOMMENDATIONS

Before installing the SmarTrax system, park the machine where the ground is level, clean, and dry. Bleed pressure

from the hydraulic system and leave the machine turned off for the duration of the installation process.

During the installation process, follow good safety practices. Be sure to carefully read the instructions in this

manual as you complete the installation process.

Raven Industries recommends the following best practices when installing or operating the SmarTrax system for

the first time, at the start of the season, or when moving the SmarTrax system to another machine:

• Verify that the machine’s hydraulic system is using fresh oil and that the filters have been recently changed

• Ensure there are no issues with the machine’s hydraulic system (e.g., pump issues, faulty hydraulic motors, fine

metal deposits in the hydraulic hoses, etc.).

WARNING

Carefully read and follow all safety requirements

and precautions contained in this manual and the

machine-specific Installation Manual. Failure to

follow safety instructions may lead to equipment

damage, personal injury, or death.

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ANTENNA INSTALLATION

The machine presets loaded into the SmarTrax system software are based on the location of the antenna at the

time the SmarTrax system was developed for your particular machine. If the antenna is not positioned exactly in

the position configured in the software, the system will not acquire and remain on the desired path and/or system

performance may degrade over time.

ANTENNA LEFT/RIGHT OFFSET (ANTENNA X POSITION)

The antenna left/right offset position is the distance from the antenna to the center of the machine. The antenna

left/right offset position is measured parallel to the machine’s axle. Refer to Figure 1 below.

NOTE: It may be necessary to make adjustments to the left/right offset if the implement being used does not

align or track properly with the machine.

FIGURE 1. Antenna Left/Right Offset Measurement

ANTENNA FORE/AFT OFFSET (ANTENNA Y POSITION)

The antenna fore/aft offset position is the distance from the GPS antenna to the rear axle of the machine. The

antenna fore/aft offset position is measured perpendicularly from the antenna to the machine’s rear axle. Refer to

Figure 2 below.

FIGURE 2. Antenna Fore/Aft Offset Measurement

ANTENNA HEIGHT (ANTENNA Z POSITION)

The antenna height value is the measurement from the ground to the base of the antenna.

Antenna

Left/Right Offset

Measurement

Antenna

Rear Axle of

Machine

Fore/Aft

Measurement

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FIGURE 3. Antenna Height Measurement

POINT OF REFERENCE

The instructions in this manual assume that you are standing behind the machine, looking toward the cab.

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CR7 CALIBRATION AND

OPERATION

BUTTONS AND DEFINITIONS

The following are common status or mode information which may be displayed while the SmarTrax system is

engaged.

Display Message

The SmarTrax node is detected, but no guidance line

had been set or there is an error in the system. The

operator may need to accept responsibility for the

operation of the SmarTrax system.

SmarTrax is not engaged, and there are no errors

detected in the system.

SmarTrax is engaged, with no errors detected.

SmarTrax is engaged, but a system warning is detected.

SmarTrax is not engaged, and a system error is detected.

Previous - Returns the CR7 display to the previous

screen in the setup process.

Next - Saves the changes made to the SmarTrax system

and proceeds to the next step in the setup process.

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INITIAL STARTUP

DATA TRANSFER

During the initial startup of the SmarTrax system, language data must transfer from the SmarTrax node to the CR7.

Allow several minutes for the data transfer to complete before calibrating SmarTrax.

NOTE: The Rx and Tx diagnostic LEDs on the SmarTrax node will flash rapidly during the data transfer. The Rx

and Tx lights will flash slowly or turn off when the data transfer is complete. Attempting to access the

SmarTrax configuration screen while language data is transferring will open a message asking the

user to try again later.

GPS CONFIGURATION

NOTE: The SmarTrax system will automatically attempt to detect GPS position information and will proceed

with the calibration wizard if GPS is present. If GPS messages cannot be detected, a GPS error

message will be displayed. Check any external receiver connections and verify settings on external

GPS equipment. Contact your local Raven dealer for additional assistance if the SmarTrax system still

does not detect a GPS message.

Increase - Allows the indicated value to be manually

adjusted incrementally.

Decrease - Allows the indicated value to be manually

adjusted incrementally.

Accept - Saves the changes made to the SmarTrax

system at the end of the setup process and returns the

to the Tools Menu.

Exit - Exits from the current screen without saving any

changes made to the system.

Display Message

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FIGURE 1. Serial Device Setup Screen

1. Select Serial Port from the CR7 main menu.

2. Select the appropriate serial device tab on the left side of the screen.

3. Verify that SmarTrax is listed in the Device/Device Type field.

NOTE: If SmarTrax is not listed, press the Detect Device button in the middle of the screen. If these devices

still do not appear, inspect cable connections to ensure they are installed securely, then press the

Detect Device button again. If the devices still do not appear, refer to Chapter 7, Troubleshooting for

further information.

4. Press Accept.

SMARTRAX TERMS OF USE

FIGURE 2. Operator Liability Warning Screen

1. Select SmarTrax.

2. Read the SmarTrax Liability Waiver.

3. Select Yes, I agree.

NOTE: If the operator does not accept liability, the SmarTrax system will disable and cannot be re-engaged

until the liability waiver is accepted. The SmarTrax Liability Waiver screen will appear each time the

CR7 is turned on.

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MACHINE CONFIGURATION

SET UP MACHINE PROFILE(S) - OPTIONAL

FIGURE 3. Machine Configuration Menu

1. Select the Advanced tab on the left side of the screen.

2. Select Next.

3. Select Reset SmarTrax.

4. Select one of the Profile options from the bottom of the Machine Type list.

5. Select Next.

6. Select New, Load, or Reset.

• New creates a new machine profile.

• Load allows the operator to select an existing profile. Load will not be displayed as an option until a

machine calibration has been performed and a new profile has been set up.

◦ If the profile chosen has previously been calibrated on the machine, the calibration process is

complete.

◦ If the profile chosen has not been calibrated on the machine, the calibration process must be

completed as outlined in the following sections in this manual.

• Reset clears the previous profile settings. Once Reset is selected, the operator must select the machine

from the Machine Type list and the calibration process must be completed as outlined in the following

sections in this manual. Reset will not be displayed as an option until a machine calibration has been

performed and a new profile has been set up.

7. Select Next.

MACHINE-SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION

NOTE: It may be necessary to configure the GPS com port in the field computer to allow GPS

communication with the SmarTrax. Refer to the CR7 Installation and Operation Manual

(P/N 016-0171-664) for information on com port configuration and additional machine measurements

(such as guidance width) that must be entered into the field computer.

Before the SmarTrax system may be enabled, the SmarTrax system must be calibrated for the specific vehicle being

used. Complete the following steps to configure the machine specifications in the CR7 and the SmarTrax system.

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