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Ag Leader GeoSteer Series - User Manual

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GeoSteer
PN 2006410—ENG REV. B

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction, Safety, and System Overview

Safety and Regulatory Requirements

Information for safe operation and regulatory compliance of the GeoSteer system.

System Overview

Description of the GeoSteer AutoSteering system's functions and components.

GeoSteer System Installation Overview

Overview of requirements for a complete GeoSteer system installation.

GeoSteer System Components

Display Kit

Details on the Display Kit, its connections, power, and harnesses.

GeoSteer System Kits

Common parts for all installations: Control Unit, GeoDock, harnesses, and cables.

GeoSteer CDMA

North American version with CDMA modem for diagnostics and NTRIP.

GeoSteer No Cell and GeoDock

Version without cell modem, GeoDock Pro, and its No Cell variant.

Vehicle Installation Kits and Accessory Kits

Kits for vehicle compatibility and optional accessories for added features.

AutoSteer Setup Wizard and Configuration

GCU LED Diagnostics and Setup Screen Access

Understanding GCU LED indicators and accessing the AutoSteer Setup screen.

Vehicle Tab and Setup Wizard

Overview of Vehicle Tab functions and the standard setup wizard steps.

Vehicle Setup Wizard Details

Selecting vehicle type, make, model, controller, and entering measurements.

Antenna and GCU Placement Configuration

Configuring Antenna and GCU placement (Fore/Aft, Lateral Offset, Height).

GCU Orientation Adjustment

Selecting or entering GCU orientation angles for system function.

Calibration Procedures

Manual Steering Override Calibration

Detecting operator manual steering input to disengage AutoSteer.

Auto Calibration Wizard Overview

Guided calibration steps for optimal control performance.

Common Calibration Steps

Initial calibration steps like Compass Calibration and Wait For Heading.

Vehicle Specific Calibration

Calibration steps specific to Valve/Steer-by-Wire or CAN Bus/ISO controllers.

Valve, Angle Sensor, and Hydraulic Calibration

Calibrating valve deadband, angle sensor, and hydraulic valve.

Mechanical Steering and Curvature Calibration

Calibrating mechanical units and comparing estimated vs. true curvature.

System Management and Maintenance

Manage Vehicle Profiles

Managing vehicle profiles: select, edit, delete, export/import.

Steering Adjustments

Adjusting steering performance parameters like response and aggressiveness.

Steering Components and Actuator Controls

Viewing component status, GCU info, and controlling actuators.

SYSTEM TAB Overview

Managing system health, settings, accessories, and software upgrades.

System Settings: Logs, Database, Reset

Managing log files, databases, backup, restore, and factory resets.

Software Upgrade Procedure

Steps to acquire and install system software upgrades.

GPS and Connectivity Configuration

GPS TAB Menu Operations

Overview of GPS tab options: RTK, OmniSTAR, WAAS/EGNOS, NTRIP, Planning, Diagnostics.

RTK Configuration and Base Station Management

Setting up RTK connection type, channel, frequency, and base station location.

GLONASS RTK Initialization

Enabling GLONASS satellites to aid RTK initialization and selecting base station type.

OmniSTAR Service Configuration

Configuring OmniSTAR service, accuracy, and channel for GPS corrections.

WAAS;EGNOS and Precision Settings

Using WAAS/EGNOS for corrections and setting precision modes like Flex Mode.

NTRIP Configuration and Management

Setting up NTRIP profiles, connections, and managing accounts.

Planning Tool and GPS Diagnostics

Using planning tools for field operations and diagnosing GPS issues.

Satellite Tracking and NMEA Output

Tracking satellite signal strengths and configuring NMEA messages.

Cell Modem Configuration (CDMA;GSM)

Configuring CDMA and GSM modems, managing PRL, and SIM card settings.

WiFi Configuration and PC Connection

Enabling WiFi, configuring settings, and connecting a PC to the system.

My Account, Support, and Appendix

My Account Tab Operations

Accessing remote support, system details, and feature code management.

Call Support Procedure

Steps to submit a technical support request to the service provider.

Feature Code Activation

Activating additional features using purchased Feature Codes.

Appendix: System Transfer and Installation

Instructions for transferring, removing, and installing the GeoSteer system.

SIM Card Change and CDMA Reactivation

Procedures for changing SIM cards and reactivating CDMA cell modems.

Auxiliary Harness Connections

Information for building interface harnesses and connecting to the auxiliary harness.

Glossary

Glossary Terms A-C

Definitions for terms starting with A, B, and C.

Glossary Terms D-G

Definitions for terms starting with D, E, F, and G.

Glossary Terms H-M

Definitions for terms starting with H, I, J, L, M.

Glossary Terms M-P

Definitions for terms starting with M, N, O, P.

Glossary Terms R-S

Definitions for terms starting with R, S.

Glossary Terms W

Definitions for terms starting with W.

Ag Leader GeoSteer Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
AccuracySub-inch with RTK signal
Vehicle TypesTractors, sprayers
IntegrationIntegrates with Ag Leader displays and other precision ag systems
Power Requirements12 VDC
Communication ProtocolCAN bus