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Vanguard System VM-5500 User Manual

Vanguard System VM-5500
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Rev 0418.1
Operator’s Manual
The Daugherty Companies, Inc.
P.O. Box 306
Warren, IN 46792
Ph. 260-375-2415 - Fax 260-375-3800
www.ag-electronics.com
2018
VM-5500
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Vanguard System VM-5500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size55 inches
Aspect Ratio16:9
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Viewing Angle178° (H) / 178° (V)
InputsHDMI
Speakers2 x 10W

Summary

Introduction to the VM-5500

System Overview

Overview of the VM-5500 monitor's capabilities, features, and hardware.

Specifications

Technical specifications including power, temperature, size, weight, and harnesses.

Installation Guide

Guidance on mounting the monitor using RAM mounts and connecting power supply.

Monitor and Power Connections

Details on connecting power leads and optional visual alarm light.

Console Main Harness Setup

Instructions for connecting the main harness to the implement and speed sources.

Internal GPS Setup

Setup and licensing procedures for the optional onboard GPS functionality.

Quick Start Guide

Entering Setup Assistant

Step-by-step guide on how to access and initiate the monitor's setup assistant.

Setup Assistant Features

Explanation of navigation controls and required parameters within the setup assistant.

Quick Start Screens Walkthrough

Covers sensor selection, row/spacing/width settings, display/section assignments.

Exiting Quick Setup

Procedures for safely finishing or exiting the setup assistant.

Optional Setup Procedures

Extra Product Sensor Configurations

Advanced configuration for additional product sensors and implement settings.

Accessory Sensors Setup

Configuration guidance for RPM, VAC/Pressure, Lift Switch, and Hopper sensors.

User Interface Setup

Customization options for alarms, display brightness, and other interface settings.

Setup Screen Navigation

How to navigate the Setup Screen in Normal mode for direct parameter adjustment.

Monitor Operation Screens

Menu Bar Navigation

Overview of the menu bar functions for system navigation and status monitoring.

Home Screen Overview

Explanation of the Home screen's console and bar graph areas for data display.

Seed Dash Board Summary

Summary of seed and accessory sensor data, including population and counters.

Flow Dash Board Summary

Summary of flow sensor data, including rate, total flow, and acre counters.

Singulation Screen Details

Detailed row-by-row analysis of singulation, skips, and multiples.

Area Monitor Function

Functionality for calculating and tracking covered acres during operation.

Appendix A Internal GPS Status

GPS Signal Strength and Lock Status

How to interpret GPS signal strength and lock indicators on the monitor display.

Appendix B Flow Meters

Flow Meter Installation

Plumbing diagrams and installation guidelines for precision flow meters.

Master Flow Configuration

Setup for using a Master Flow sensor instead of per-row sensors for the implement.

Post Season Storage for Visu-Flo™ Flow Meters

Recommendations for cleaning and winterizing the Visu-Flo flow meter system.

Appendix C VM5500 Console Pinouts

30 Pin Console Pinout

Detailed pin assignments for the 30-pin console connector.

18 Pin Console Pinout

Detailed pin assignments for the 18-pin console connector.

4 Pin Power In/ Alarm Out Pinout

Pin configuration for the 4-pin power input and alarm output connector.

4 Pin Bottom Speed In Pinout

Pin assignments for the 4-pin speed input connector (Radar/Speed).

Appendix D VM-5500 Implement Pinouts

37 Pin Harness Pinout

Comprehensive pin assignments for the 37-pin implement harness.

Appendix E Part Numbers

Monitor Components

Part numbers for the VM-5500 monitor and related accessories.

Implement Harnesses and Cables

Part numbers for various planter and drill harnesses and kits.

Console Harnesses

Part numbers for console power and accessory extension harnesses.

Visu-Flo™ Parts and Accessories

Part numbers for Visu-Flo meters, brackets, harnesses, and Y cables.

The Vanguard™ System Warranty