TeeJet SmartPad II, User Manual

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3-2 Chapter 3 - Real-Time Guidance
About the Guidance Application
SmartPad II
Software Version 4.02
About the Guidance Application
Using the lightbar, the guidance function provides the operator with clear and intuitive steering assistance as well as
real-time application information. The operator can select between four different guidance modes, Parallel, Curved,
Curved A-B, and Center Pivot. Using SmartPad II you can map field boundaries while applying products around the
headlands, perform guidance in most any weather and visibility conditions. SmartPad II utilizes the Lightbar as a
visual aide, minimizing operator fatigue by reducing the need to constantly watch a display. The Lightbar can display
cross track error, swath number as well as several other useful text messages such as a warning when the vehicle
enters a previously applied area. The SmartPad II system allows you to create and view a where applied map of your
field and vehicle swath trajectory while applying product to the field. Application Reports can be generated in Field-
ware Map Manager software.
Using SmartPad II is simple and intuitive. The Parallel and Curved A-B mode allows the operator to drive the initial
guide line, marking the start (A) point and the end (B) point. Once the initial line (A-B) has been established, the
operator can drive parallel or curved lines with respect to this line. The operator can at any time during guidance cre-
ate additional initial A-B guidelines in any orientation. This allows the operator to employ parallel and curved swath-
ing in as many suitable directions as required within a single field. In the Curved mode; the operator can make several
passes around the field headlands and receive curved guidance information via the Lightbar, once the multiple head-
land passes are completed the operator has the option to switch to Parallel mode or remain in curved guidance mode.
The Circle Pivot mode allows the user to drive an initial circle pass, marking the start (A) point and the end (B) point.
This establishes the initial circle guideline, the operator can now drive parallel circle lines with respect to the initial
circle guideline. The SmartPad II software will automatically sense when the vehicle is departing one line and
approaching a new line and begin guiding the operator to, and along, the new line. This eliminates the need to manu-
ally notify the software that you want to move to a new guideline.
Starting Guidance for the First Time
The first time you attempt to run the SmartPad II Guidance application you will need to enter the vehicle swath width.
To enter the swath width follow the steps outlined in “Swath Width” on page 3-5. You should also make sure that the
current date and time are set correctly, see Chapter 2 for more details.
Connect the SmartPad II to the SmartPad II Interface Cable, and apply 12 VDC power. It is not necessary to have the
Lightbar or GPS receiver connected and running to change the Vehicle Swath Width. Power the unit up by pressing
the On switch.