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Outback Guidance Series User Manual

Outback Guidance Series
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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Copyright AgJunction, Inc. (2013). All rights reserved.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or
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Dealer Support
Contact your local dealer for technical assistance. To find the authorized dealer near you:
Phone: (800) 247-3808
outbacksales@outbackguidance.com
Outback Guidance Technical Support
If you need to contact Outback Guidance Customer Service:
North America Australia
Outback Guidance Outback Australia
AgJunction Unit 2, 305 Montague Road
2207 Iowa Street West End, QLD 4101
Hiawatha, KS 66434 Phone: (07) 3004 6789
Phone: (800) 247-3808 Fax: (07) 3004 6799
Fax: (785) 742-4584 outbackAUCS@outbackguidance.com
outbackCS@outbackguidance.com
Outback Canada
326 Saulteaux Crescent
Winnipeg, MB R3J 3T2
Phone: (866) 888-4472
Fax: (204) 888-0991
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Australia Patents
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Outback Guidance Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOutback
ModelGuidance Series
CategoryFarm Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Product Overview

Introduces Outback S-Lite, detailing its features and the blend of market-proven simplicity with new GPS receiver technology.

What's Included

Lists S-Lite system parts, providing part numbers and descriptions for each component.

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Installing S-Lite

Details critical steps for correct installation, including mounting the antenna, console, and routing cables for optimal performance and safety.

Powering S-Lite

Explains two methods for powering S-Lite: connection to a rate controller or a 12 VDC power port.

Configuring S-Lite

Guides users through setting values in Setup and Service menus to configure the S-Lite system for optimal performance.

Chapter 3: Using Guidance Features

Guidance Overview

Outlines console features and summarizes Straight and Contour guidance modes, noting their differences and capabilities.

Status Indicators

Explains the Headland Alert indicator function, which illuminates when the vehicle crosses into a previously applied area.

Main Run Display Screens

Describes primary display screens for Straight and Contour guidance modes, showing key operational information.

Additional Display Screens

Details accessing and viewing supplementary display screens for system info like Area, Speed, and Heading.

Using Straight Guidance

Explains establishing an A=B line and using straight guidance for linear/circular passes, including marking points and auto-guidance.

Using Contour Guidance

Describes logging initial passes or guiding from previous passes in Contour mode, used for freestyle guidance and contour following.

Calculating the Area of a Field

Provides steps to calculate field perimeter area by driving the first contour pass around the field.

Stopping Guidance

Explains the importance of Stop Guidance and summarizes functions like Hold, Return Here, and Erase Memory for managing jobs.

Chapter 4: Differential Correction Types

Differential Corrections Overview

Explains available differential correction types (SBAS, e-Dif) and selection via Service menu for accurate positioning.

Using e-Dif

Details the patented e-Dif correction method, its configuration, and power-on initialization process for achieving DGPS lock.

Chapter 5: Communicating with Third Party Applications

Available Applications

Describes sharing S-Lite DGPS signals with third-party mobile apps using NMEA 0183 messages.

Changing Default Settings

Explains configuring NMEA message and baud rate settings in the Service menu for external application communication.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Provides a table of helpful operating/troubleshooting info, including correction type, satellite status, and software versions.

Troubleshooting

Presents a flowchart to diagnose and resolve common S-Lite issues, guiding users through problem-solving steps.

Testing Antenna Voltage

Guides testing antenna voltage to ensure receiver power supply and coaxial cable integrity.

Checking the DGPS Position by Verifying the BER

Explains checking DGPS signal quality using Bit Error Rate (BER) via the Diagnostics menu.

Appendix B: Menu Map

End User License Agreement

Warranty Notice

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