Chapter 2
4 AutoBoom® Calibration & Operation Manual
AutoBoom
®
Systems
The following AutoBoom systems are compatible with the Raven OS device:
PowerGlide Plus
The AutoBoom PowerGlide Plus system uses gauge wheels
to “feel” for the ground while the AutoBoom hydraulic control
system maintains constant pressure in the boom tilt cylinders
to maintain an optimum boom height. PowerGlide Plus
systems are typically used in pre-emergence applications.
UltraGlide
The AutoBoom UltraGlide system uses ultrasonic sensors to
“sense” or measure the boom height above ground.
UltraGlide systems are ideal for either pre-emergence or
post-emergence applications as the system does not require
contact with the ground and will not damage the crop canopy.
UltraGlide XT
AutoBoom UltraGlide XT systems use ultrasonic sensors for the boom wings as well as advanced boom
position monitoring capabilities built into the control node to adjust the tilt and slant cylinders while adjusting for
chassis roll to keep the boom as close as possible to the target application height. The UltraGlide XT system is
ideal for pre-emergence or post-emergence applications where the system must adjust for rough or varied
terrain in the field and to avoid damage to the booms or crop canopy.
Operating UltraGlide Systems in PowerGlide Plus Mode
AutoBoom UltraGlide and UltraGlide XT systems may be
operated in PowerGlide Plus mode if desired without
removing components of the UltraGlide system. In this mode,
the system relies upon gauge wheels to “feel” for the ground
and may provide preferred operation characteristics for pre-
emergence and burn-down applications. While all ultrasonic sensors remain connected to the system, only the
center rack sensor will be used for height control.
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