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Product description
2.1
Väderstad E-Services
All machine functions are controlled and monitored
from the tractor cab using a control unit.
Väderstad offers several different options for controlling
and monitoring the machine: E-Control or ISOBUS. All
of these systems can control all of the machine’s
functions, but how the systems are operated and
connected varies.
2.2
Overview
E-Control/ISOBUS
Figure 2.1
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E-Control – controlling and monitoring the machine
with an iPad.
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GW (Gateway) – control unit that processes and
stores machine data.
2.3
Gateway
Figure 2.2 Gateway
Gateway is the brain of the E-Control and ISOBUS
systems. It communicates with the iPad and the VT
(Virtual Terminal) and stores all machine settings and
important data referring to machine functions, alarms,
etc. Every seed drill has its own Gateway.
Gateway is compatible with ISO 11783 and requires an
ISOBUS terminal (Virtual Terminal) running version 3
or 4. Väderstad AB’s website contains a list of tested
terminals; visit
www.vaderstad.com
for more
information.
2.4
iPad (E-Control)
Figure 2.3 E-Control
E-Control consists of an iPad
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that can be combined with
a special docking unit, called the
E-Keeper
. The
communication between the iPad and the machine’s
Gateway takes place wirelessly via a Wi-Fi connection.
Gateway receives and processes all commands. E-
Control has a large touchscreen with coloured menus
that make it easy to operate. The E-keeper features a
number of buttons that are used to control and navigate
the most important functions while driving in the field.
2.5
Download the software
Open the Väderstad application using the icon for “E-
Control”
. The terminal downloads the software
from the machine’s Gateway and all important data on
machine functions, alarms, etc. are presented on the
screen in a clear and easy-to-read way.
The application is installed on the terminal supplied with
the machine at the factory.
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The terminal will determine the appearance and
function of submenus in the form of e.g. keyboards
and scroll bars. Please read the terminal’s user guide
for information as to how to operate it.
2.6
E-Keeper
An iPad holder is available as an accessory for the
touchscreen. The e-keeper offers a firm grip for the user
and there are a number of easily accessible buttons to
control the functions that are most frequently used while
driving.
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iPad is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
