Topcon Athene SM-1 Manual de usuario
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Athene SM-1 Spreader Control
Operator’s Manual
Athene SM-1 Spreader Controller
Operator Manual
Part Number: 1014197-01
Rev Number: 5
For use with Horizon Software Version 5.02
Athene Software Version 3.20
© Copyright Topcon Precision Agriculture
January 2022
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Topcon.
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This manual provides information about operating and maintaining this
Topcon Precision Agriculture product. Correct use and servicing is
important for safe and reliable operation of the product.
It is very important that you take the time to read this manual before
using the product.
Information in this manual is current at the time of publication. A system
may vary slightly. The manufacturer reserves the right to redesign and
change the system as necessary without notification.
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Table of contents
Chapter 1 – Introduction 1
Chapter 2 – Topcon X-Console Implement Setup 3
2.1. Switching between setup and operation screen 3
2.2. Enabling ISOBUS 4
2.3. Setting up a new vehicle 7
2.4. Selecting an implement 9
2.5. Setting implement geometry 13
2.6. Setting up section control 15
2.6.1. Enabling section control 15
2.6.2. Setting up the section switch 15
2.7. Setting up speed 16
2.8. Opening the Athene UT window 17
Chapter 3 – Athene Setup 19
3.1. Athene primary screens 19
3.1.1. Main screen 19
3.1.2. Spreader settings screen 24
3.1.3. Totals screen 39
3.2. Setting up units 43
3.3. Load cell configuration 44
3.3.1. Can Module 1 configuration 44
3.3.2. Scale Link configuration 46
3.3.3. Load cell calibration 48
3.4. Setting up working width 49
3.4.1. Offsets explanation 49
3.4.2. Setting on and off time 50
3.5. Setting up pre-start 51
3.5.1. Operating pre-start 52
3.6. Setting up border reduction 53
3.6.1. Operating border reduction 54
3.7. Setting up products 55
3.8. Setting up alarms 57
3.9. Setting up forward speed 58
3.9.1. SSF Autocal 58
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3.9.2. Simulated speed 59
3.10. Adding product / tare 60
3.10.1. With load cells 60
3.10.2. Without load cells 60
Chapter 4 – Calibration 62
4.1. Product calibration modes 62
4.2. Volumetric calibration (machines without load cells) 64
4.3. Dynamic mode calibration 66
4.3.1. Product flow factor – check calibration routine 68
4.4. Nudge calibration 71
4.5. Valve calibration 72
Chapter 5 – Updating Athene Software 74
5.1. Saving and loading factors 76
5.1.1. To save factors 76
5.1.2. To load factors 76
Chapter 6 – Operation with Topcon Console 78
6.1. Opening auto section control 78
6.2. Variable rate control 80
6.2.1. Source options 81
Chapter 7 – How Dynamic Calibration Works 85
Chapter 8 – Machine Setup Checklist 90
Chapter 9 – Index 91
Chapter 10 – Regulatory and Safety Warnings 92
10.1. Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. End User License Agreement 101
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Chapter 1 – Introduction
The Athene spreader controller is an ISOBUS UT-compliant monitoring
and application control system for self-propelled / trailed belt spreaders
spreading lime / granular materials. Forward speed measurement and
cutout sensing enables full proportional control, to maintain (within
limits) a set application irrespective of changes in forward speed.
Shown is a typical retrofitted system (that is independent from the
tractor ISOBUS), utilizing a Topcon X-Console. In this scenario, refer to
Topcon X-Console Implement Setup, page 3 for console setup
instructions.
Some installations will have minor variations, but the key components
are the console, spreader ECU, load cell ECU and load cells. The
system is compatible with an ISOBUS UT compliant tractor terminal. If
using a non-Topcon terminal through ISOBUS, refer to the
manufacturer's manual for setup of the terminal and go to Athene
Setup, page 19 for instructions.
Forward speed sensing may be performed via GPS, or optionally by a
magnetic sensor measuring wheel or propshaft rotation (fitted to the
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tractor / self-propelled spreader or trailed spreader). The master on/off
switch is ‘virtual’ (a softkey on the Athene operation screen), or
optionally via an external switch mounted next to the operator.
The system may be fitted with or without load cells.
Machines without load cells: The system relies on volumetric calculation
from the known gate height and width, and a known product density. It
works best with relatively free-flowing material of consistent density.
Machines with load cells: Load cells enable fully-automatic, continuous
calibration. They are advantageous for controlling the rate of material
with more variable density at higher rates. By constantly measuring the
weight of product in the spreader, the floor (belt) speed is continuously
adjusted to achieve the correct target application rate. The system
quickly reacts to changes in product characteristics or spreading
conditions without having to adjust or re-calibrate the machine. This
works best with higher rates where weight changes are significant.
Other spreader functions, such as spinner speed, can also be
monitored or controlled, with warnings being triggered if they are not
operating correctly.
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Chapter 2 – Topcon X-Console Implement
Setup
This chapter explains how to setup and configure the Topcon console
for use with the Spreader Controller features.
Note: If you are using a non-Topcon ISOBUS terminal, go to Athene
Setup, page 19 for instructions.
2.1. Switching between setup and operation
screen
The console has two main screens; the Setup screen and the Operation
screen.
Use the highlighted buttons to switch between the screens.
2.2. Enabling ISOBUS
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2.2. Enabling ISOBUS
Enables the ISOBUS Universal Terminal server that allows interaction
with the Athene ISOBUS compliant ECU.
To enable ISOBUS / Universal Terminal:
1. Select System /Features /Console .
2. Select FILE SERVER and select Enabled.
3. Select UNIVERSAL TERMINAL and select Enabled.
4. Select System /ISOBUS /UT .
The Universal Terminal setup page is displayed.
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