Stocks AG Turbo Jet 10, Operating Instructions Manual

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5
ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS
HEAD UNIT.
Refer to the RDS
i
-CON Control System manual for detailed
instructions regarding the fitting, installation, and operation
of the Head Unit.
GPS RECEVER.
(GPS16)
Refer to the detailed GPS Fitting Instructions provided with each GPS receiver .
The standard supplied GPS receiver connects directly into the
i
-CON head unit situated in the tractor
cab – therefore it is advisable to mount the GPS receiver on the cab roof.
Using the magnetic base, attach directly to a suitable steel surface or use the self adhesive steel
plate if required to mount to non magnetic surfaces.

Mount the antenna to give an unobstructed hemisphere of sky. This will ensure that GPS
satellites are not masked by parts of the vehicle, potentially reducing system performance.
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Wherever possible, avoid drilling holes in the roof to avoid both water ingress and possibly
wiring / air conditioning equipment etc. If drilling is unavoidable, use silicone sealant around
fixing and cable entry points.
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Mount the antenna as far as possible from any equipment that can cause Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI)
including DC motors (e.g. air conditioner), alternator, solenoids, CB radio,
power cables, display units, or other electronics. Excessive EMI will degrade system
performance.
TIP: To detect possibly troublesome interference, tune a LW band portable radio off-station.
With the aerial laid flat you can then (hopefully) pick up the direction and source of the
interference from the increase in noise. The antenna can then be repositioned or if
necessary, the source of the interference suppressed. If need be, contact RDS for further
advice on suppression methods.
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Secure the antenna cable close to the antenna mounting ( using cable ties) so that in the
event the antenna is knocked off it's magnetic mounting, it will be restrained and minimise
the possibility of further damage.
Applicable to GPS16 only:

Mount the antenna in the location for which you desire a position e.g. along the centre line
of the vehicle and as close as possible over the working interface.
OPTIONAL RADAR SPEED SENSOR
For customers who are unable to receive a reliable GPS signal, and optional radar may be used – this
will only sense forward speed and provide speed proportionate metering - it will not permit
Precision Farming variable rate application. Please contact Stocks foe further details if required.