A
: To erase the memory in the Outback S
TM
, first press
the STOP GUIDANCE button. Next, press the down
arrow to place the pointer next to ERASE MEMORY.
If ERASE MEMORY does not appear, simply press
the down arrow until it does. Finally, press the enter
button to select the function.
Q:
What's Straight Guidance?
A:
In straight mode, the Outback S
TM
generates perfect-
ly straight, parallel lines based on the first A=B pass.
It then records in memory the actual movement over
those lines as you guide. A new line can be generated
at any time with the Outback S
TM
.
Q:
What's Contour Guidance?
A:
In contour mode, all movement is recorded as the
machine moves around. During the first pass, no guid-
ance is given. When the operator attempts to make a
second pass, the Outback S
TM
begins to guide along the
previous pass. All movement is recorded in memory.
Q:
Can I switch from Straight to Contour in one job?
A:
The operator can switch back and forth between
straight and contour. Since contour guidance follows
other passes, it will attempt to follow any pass that was
recorded in the current job no matter if that pass was
done in straight or contour mode.
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Q:
How do I perform headlands?
A:
This is very easy. Usually headlands are performed
in contour mode. Make one pass and then use the
guide on the second pass. Do this wherever turning
will be done.
Q:
How do I mark the A=B Line?
A:
When doing straight passes, the initial pass is
defined by marking two points in the field. The
Outback S
TM
will generate a line through the two points
defining the first pass. When bordering the edge of a
field, mark the A point at one end of the pass and the B
at the other end. When cutting the field in half, mark
the A point at the start, start heading in the right direc-
tion and mark the B point. Then guide the rest of the
way across the field.
Q:
Can the Outback S
TM
store a waypoint?
A:
A waypoint can be stored so the operator can guide
back to that point. It's used primarily when a job is
paused. For example, when stopping for a refill the
operator would pause the job, save the point and return
back to that point to resume.
Q:
How do you mount the console?
A:
The console is equipped with a vacuum mount that
works great on glass. The best location is directly in
front of the operator, immediately above and behind
the steering wheel. Wipe the glass with a damp cloth,
attach the vacuum mount, then use the swivel and tilt
adjustments to get the right viewing angle.
Q:
Does bright sunlight affect the display?
A:
The display is easily viewable with any ambient
light situation. Brightness can be controlled in the
menu primarily for dimming at night.
Q:
How do you mount the antenna?
A:
It's mounted along the front edge of the top of the
cab, on the exact centerline of the vehicle. Avoid close
proximity to a transmitting radio antenna. Do not drill
holes in the cab roof. Use the adhesive plate provided
for mounting. Additional plates are available for mul-
tiple vehicles.
Q:
How does the Outback S
TM
account for implement
lag in turns?
A:
It doesn't, but that's good. We assume turning lag
will be about the same on each pass. As long as tractor
spacing is right, implement spacing will follow. This
also goes for side hills. Do not attempt to put the
antenna on the implement to account for lag.
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Q:
What electrical power do I need for the
Outback S
TM
?
A:
You need a standard DC power supply between 9
and 36 volts. Current is 1 Ampere at 12 VDC. The
unit won't be damaged by reverse polarity (positive to
negative), but it will not operate.
