Topcon A3280 User Manual

Weather StationOperation/Installation ManualPart Number A3280Rev. 1.2© Copyright Topcon Precision AgricultureMarch, 2008All contents in this manual ar

1-4www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation Manualor maintenance of the product other that in accordance with the terms set out in this

1-5A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualComments, suggestions, and questions about TPA products are welcomed. Contact your local

1-6www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualCommunications Regulation InformationFCC Compliance Statement (USA)This equipment has

1-7A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualIf your computer system does cause interference to a radio or other electronic device, tr

1-8www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualManual ConventionsThis Manual uses the following conventions:File>Exit ~ Click/ta

2-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual DisclaimerThe weather measurements shown on the X20 console are being obtained in condit

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3-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the Topcon Weather Station. It has been

3-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualThe Weather Station information is automatically saved with the Guidance Coverage Map

4-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualThis manual is laid out as a simple to use, step-by-step guide to ensure a trouble free,

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5-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Unpacking the BoxTopcon Precision Agriculture supplies all the basic equipment to mount

5-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualFigure 5-2. In Cab Weather Station Layout

5-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualFigure 5-3. Outside Cab Weather Station Layout

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6-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Installing the Weather Station Hardware• Ensure the X20 console is already instal

6-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation Manual Mounting the Topcon Weather StationFind a suitable at surface on the vehicle’s ca

6-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualScrew the 3/4” (19mm) Threaded Socket (2302030) (Figure 5-3 on page 5-3) tightly to th

6-4www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualEnsure that the Pole Mount is 11. orientated with the direction arrow sticker (on to

6-5A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualThe 19. A1953 (Figure 5-1 on page 5-1) may be required if the X20 console’s switched pow

iA3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Table of ContentsPreface...

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7-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Installing the Weather Station Software Installing the Weather Station software wi

7-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualUSB Memory SlotsPower PlugPower ButtonFigure 7-1. X20 Console: Rear ViewPlug the USB

7-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualGuidance/ Steer Assist screenSTOP buttonProgress BarUPGRADE buttonFigure 7-2. X20 Product

7-4www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation Manual Changing Drive LetterOnly follow the steps listed on this page if the message “Cannot

7-5A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual6. To proceed with the upgrade of the X20 console, select the Start Upgrade button (F

7-6www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualFigure 7-6. Files being CopiedThe files will be copied from the USB Thumbdrive to the

8-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Registering the Weather Station SoftwareThis section will show how to register the Weath

8-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation Manual On the window that is displayed press the 4. Register button (Figure 8-2)

8-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualFigure 8-5. WEATHER Button with Guidance Startup ButtonsWhen the Weather Station softwar

iiwww.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualChapter 9Setting Up the Weather Station Software ... 9-1Enabling the W

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9-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Setting Up the Weather Station Software This section will show how to enable the Wea

9-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualEnabling the Weather Station On the 1. Weather Station Setup dialog box (Figure 9-2 o

9-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualUnitsThe units displayed for wind speed and temperature are determined by the units selec

9-4www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualThe calculator screen will be closed and the new value will be displayed on the button

9-5A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualSetting the Repeat TimeIn the 1. Warnings window on the Weather Station Setup dialog bo

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10-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Using the Weather Station SoftwareThis section will explain the functions and how to

10-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualThe following weather data will be displayed on the Guidance Status Bar:• WS — Displ

10-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualThe weather data is recorded every minute with the GPS position, wind speed, wind direct

iiiA3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualChapter 14Specications ... 14

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11-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Operation of the Weather Station Wind SpeedThe wind speed measurement portion of the

11-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualRelative HumidityRelative Humidity is measured from the humidity sensor located on th

12-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual TroubleshootingIn general, as long as you follow the instructions provided in this manu

12-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualWeather IconWeather StationProblemWEATHER icon is not displayed on the Guidance Start

12-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualWind Speed and Direction If these steps do not solve your problem, please contact y

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13-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual MaintenanceRegular maintenance is important to ensure continued proper operation of the

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14-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual SpecicationsTechnicalParameter Value CommentWind Speed Range 1-115 mph (1 to 185

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14-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualElectricalMechanicalParameter Value CommentOperating Voltage 9 to 16 Volts DC Voltage

14-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation ManualEnvironmental Parameter ValueIEC 60954 Classication ExposedDegree of Protection IP67Ope

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15-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual Spare Parts ListPart Number DescriptionK083A1953A3116A3280A3372Y94320520302302030B125M2

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IndexA3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual IndexNumerics2052030 6-32302030 6-2AA1953 6-5A3372 harness 6-4About Product Select

Indexwww.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation Manualwind direction 3-1wind speed 3-1Installation 6-1Hardware 6-13/4” (19mm) Back nut

IndexA3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manualmeasuring 11-2RH (Relative Humidity) 10-2SSaving 3-2Service Information 1-5Software

Indexwww.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation Manualmetric 9-3warnings enabled 9-2Weather button 8-3, 9-1Weather Station data 9-2dis

1-1A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manual PrefaceThis manual has been developed to provide you with information necessary to opera

1-2www.topconpa.comWeather Station Operation/Installation ManualTRADEMARKS – ZYNX, PROSTEER, EAGLE, KEE Tech-nologies, Topcon, Topcon Positioning Syst

1-3A3280 Rev 1.2Weather Station Operation/Installation Manualhandling charges in respect of the same. Calibration or compo-nents, labour and travel e