ROS SmarTrax™ Calibration &
Operation Manual
P/N 016-9001-022 Rev. D 06/17 E29694
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Table of Contents
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Chapter 1 Important Safety Information............................................................................. 1
Hydraulic Safety ...........................................................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety ............................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Introduction............................................................................................................. 3
Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................3
Recommendations .................................................................................................................................................................3
Antenna Installation ..............................................................................................................................................................4
Antenna Left/Right Offset (Antenna X Position) .................................................................................4
Antenna Fore/Aft Offset (Antenna Y Position) .....................................................................................4
Antenna Height (Antenna Z Position) .....................................................................................................4
Point of Reference .......................................................................................................................................................5
Updates ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
Chapter 3 Viper 4....................................................................................................................... 7
Widget and Button Definitions ..............................................................................................................................7
Initial Startup .................................................................................................................................................................8
Data Transfer ............................................................................................................................................................................8
GPS Configuration .................................................................................................................................................................8
Internal GPS Receiver .....................................................................................................................................8
External 600S GPS Receiver ......................................................................................................................10
External GPS Receiver .................................................................................................................................12
SmarTrax Terms of Use ......................................................................................................................................................14
Machine Configuration ......................................................................................................................................................14
Set Up Machine Profile(s) - Optional ....................................................................................................14
Machine-Specific Configuration .............................................................................................................15
Calibrate the SmarTrax System ...........................................................................................................................16
System Disengage Calibration ........................................................................................................................................16
SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure or Flow Switch Installed ........................................................16
SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Transducer Installed ...............................................................17
Engage Switch and Node Orientation .........................................................................................................................19
Wheel Angle Sensor (SPS) Calibration - If Applicable ...........................................................................................20
Configuring Wheel Base and Antenna Offsets .........................................................................................................20
Enhanced Tilt Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................24
Calibrate the Machine’s Steering System .......................................................................................................27
Start a Job ...................................................................................................................................................................28
System Adjustments ................................................................................................................................................28
Line Acquisition (LA) Mode and Aggressiveness .....................................................................................................29
On-Line (OL) Mode and Sensitivity ...............................................................................................................................30
Advanced Setup Tools and System Diagnostics ..........................................................................................30
System Information Tab ....................................................................................................................................................30
Diagnostics Tab .....................................................................................................................................................................32
Sensor Status .........................................................................................................................................................................34
SmarTrax 3D Compensation Tab ....................................................................................................................................35
GPS Setup Tab .......................................................................................................................................................................36
Error Log Tab .........................................................................................................................................................................37
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Reset Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................................37
Routine Operation ....................................................................................................................................................38
Engage SmarTrax .................................................................................................................................................................38
Updating the Node .............................................................................................................................................................38
System Settings ..................................................................................................................................................................39
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 41
Node ...............................................................................................................................................................................41
Error Messages ..........................................................................................................................................................42
SmarTrax Operation .................................................................................................................................................44
Chapter 5 System Diagrams ................................................................................................. 49
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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 SAFETY
• 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 valve.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• 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.
CAUTION
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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 Viper 4 field computer.
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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WIDGET AND BUTTON DEFINITIONS
The following are common status or mode information which may be while the SmarTrax system is engaged:
Display Message
The SmarTrax node is detected, but the operator must
accept responsibility for the operation of the SmarTrax
system.
No A-B path or guidance line has been met.
SmarTrax is detected, turned on, and calibrated.
SmarTrax is detected and in operation in the Online
mode. Adjusting the Online Sensitivity will affect
performance while in this mode. Press and hold to
determine in which mode the system is operating.
SmarTrax is detected and in operation in the Line
Acquisition mode. Adjusting the Line Acquisition will
affect performance while in this mode. Press and hold to
determine in which mode the system is operating.
Vehicle speed is too fast or too slow for SmarTrax
operation and the system will disengage.
Previous - Returns the Viper 4 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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NOTE: Refer to Error Messages section on page 42 for additional status conditions which may be displayed
in the SmarTrax on-screen widget.
INITIAL STARTUP
DATA TRANSFER
During the initial startup of the SmarTrax system, language data must transfer from the SmarTrax node to the
Viper 4. Allow several minutes for 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
SmartTrax 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 in any external
GPS equipment. Contact your local Raven dealer for additional assistance if the SmarTrax system still
does not detect a GPS message.
INTERNAL GPS RECEIVER
NOTE: The steps below apply only to Viper 4 computers with an internal GPS receiver that is being used as
the primary GPS source.
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. GPS Setup Screen
1. Press Edit.
2. Press GPS Setup.
3. Select GPS Settings.
4. Select the GPS Output tab.
5. Select GPS Out from the Ports drop-down box.
6. Select the Set for SmarTrax box so that the blue check mark is present.
7. Verify that the GPS settings match the settings shown in the right picture in Figure 1 above.
FIGURE 2. Serial Device Setup Screen
Edit GPS Setup GPS OutputGPS Settings
Edit Serial Devices
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8. Select Edit.
9. Select Serial Devices. The following screen will be displayed:
FIGURE 3. Serial Device Detection Screen
NOTE: If Integrated, SmarTrax, and SmarTrax GPS are not listed, press the Retry icon on the bottom-
right corner of the screen. If these devices still do not appear, inspect cable connections to ensure
they are installed securely, then press the Retry icon again. If the devices still do not appear, refer to
Chapter 4, Troubleshooting for further information.
FIGURE 4. GPS Global Settings Screen
10. Verify that SmarTrax GPS on DGPS is displayed and selected as shown in Figure 4 above.
NOTE: If SmarTrax GPS on DGPS is not visible in the list, inspect cable connections to ensure they are
installed securely, then press the Retry icon again. Refer to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting beginning on
page 41 for further information.
EXTERNAL 600S GPS RECEIVER
The steps below apply only to Viper 4 computers utilizing an external 600S GPS receiver.
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FIGURE 5. Serial Device Setup Screen
1. Select Edit.
2. Select Serial Devices.
3. Press the Retry button in the bottom-right corner of the screen. The following screen will appear:
4. Verify that the SmarTrax and 600S are listed in the Serial Device Setup screen.
NOTE: If SmarTrax and 600S is not visible in the list, inspect cable connections to ensure they are installed
securely, then press the Retry icon again. Refer to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting beginning on page 41
for further information.
5. Press Accept.
Edit Serial Devices
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6. Select GPS Setup.
7. Verify that 600S on DGPS is visible and selected.
NOTE: If 600S on DGPS is not visible or selected in the list, inspect cable connections to ensure they are
installed securely. Refer to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting beginning on page 41 for further information.
EXTERNAL GPS RECEIVER
The steps below apply only to Viper 4 computers with an external GPS receiver other than model 600S.
FIGURE 6. Serial Device Setup Screen
1. Select Edit.
Edit
GPS Setup
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2. Select Serial Devices.
.
3. Verify that the SmarTrax and SmarTrax GPS are listed in the Serial Device Setup screen.
NOTE: If SmarTrax and SmarTrax GPS are not listed, press the Retry icon on the bottom-right corner of
the screen. If these devices still do not appear, inspect cable connections to ensure they are installed
securely, then press the Retry icon again. If the devices still do not appear, refer to Chapter 4,
Troubleshooting for further information.
4. Press Accept.
5. Select GPS Setup.
6. Verify that SmarTrax on DGPS is visible and selected.
NOTE: If SmarTrax GPS on DGPS is not visible and selected in the list, refer to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting
beginning on page 41 for further information.
Edit GPS Setup
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SMARTRAX TERMS OF USE
FIGURE 7. Operator Liability Warning Screen
Read and accept the Operator Liability Warning. If the operator does not accept liability, the SmarTrax system will
disable and cannot be reengaged until the liability warning is accepted. The Operator Liability Warning screen will
appear each time the Viper 4 is turned on or rebooted.
MACHINE CONFIGURATION
SET UP MACHINE PROFILE(S) - OPTIONAL
FIGURE 8. Machine Configuration Menu
1. Select one of the Profile options from the bottom of the Machine Type list.
2. Select Next.
3. Select New, Load, or Reset.
• New creates a new machine profile.
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• 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.
4. 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 Viper/Viper 4+ Installation and Operation Manual
(P/N 016-0171-539) 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 Viper 4 and the SmarTrax
system.
FIGURE 9. Vehicle Selection Screen
1. Select the specific machine type from the Machine Type list. If the specific machine is not listed, choose the
generic machine type that best fits the machine:
• SP Sprayer RBoom - Self-propelled sprayer with a rear boom
• SP Sprayer FBoom - Self-propelled sprayer with a front boom
• FS Tractor - Front-steered tractor
•Articulated
• Rear Steered - Rear-steered machine
2. Select Next.
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FIGURE 10. Steering Control Device Selection Screen
NOTE: The steering control device selection screen will display a (-) until a steering control device is selected
from the drop-down box.
3. Select the device being used to control the SmarTrax system.
• Raven Hydraulic - SmarTrax hydraulic valve is controlling the vehicle steering.
• Steer-Ready - SmarTrax is connected to an optional steering control system that was installed at the
factory.
4. Select Next.
CALIBRATE THE SMARTRAX SYSTEM
NOTE: The calibration wizard will be displayed the first time the SmarTrax module is accessed after
installation or any time the Reset SmarTrax option is selected. Refer to Reset Calibration section on
page 37 for additional information about resetting the SmarTrax system.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Locate and select the SmarTrax module. The calibration wizard will start automatically if the SmarTrax system
requires calibration.
SYSTEM DISENGAGE CALIBRATION
SMARTRAX SYSTEMS WITH A PRESSURE OR FLOW SWITCH INSTALLED
IMPORTANT: This section applies only to SmarTrax systems utilizing a pressure or flow switch to disengage the SmarTrax
system when the steering wheel is turned. If a pressure transducer is installed in the SmarTrax system, refer
to the SmarTrax Systems with a Pressure Transducer Installed section on page 17 to calibrate the SmarTrax
system.
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