MC Electronics MCK 2500 SX User manual
MCK 2500 SX
TRAMLINE
DRILL SEEDER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
NR.2734-EN
REV. 6 EN
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This product complies with EMC requirements as defined by Directives
2004/108/CE and successive modifications
in accordance with standard EN ISO 14982 applied
Manufacturer : MC Elettronica S.r.l.
Address : Via E. Fermi, 450/486
Fiesso Umbertiano (ROVIGO) - ITALIA
Tel. +39 0425 754713 Fax +39 0425 741130
e-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.mcelettronica.it
Manual code : 2734-EN
Issued : June 2009
Version : November 2013
MC Elettronica S.r.l. reserves the right to modify the product without notice.
The information in this manual does not in any way authorise tampering or
interference by unauthorised personnel.
The equipment guarantee will expire as soon as any such tampering or interference
comes to light.
© Copyright MC Elettronica 2013
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Index
1. General instructions and warnings ..................................................................... 5
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Terms of guarantee ........................................................................................... 6
1.3 Support Service ................................................................................................ 6
2. General description .............................................................................................. 7
3. How to install the system ..................................................................................... 8
3.1 How to install the computer ............................................................................... 9
3.1.1 Electrical connections .............................................................................. 10
3.2 How to install the sensors ............................................................................... 13
3.2.1 How to install the Ø18 speed sensor – code 1404 ................................... 13
3.2.2 RPM sensor installation examples ........................................................... 14
3.2.3 How to install the Ø12 magnetic sensor – code 00SEN-1402.................. 15
3.2.4 How to install the Ø18 seed level sensor – code 1403 ............................ 17
4. Front view ............................................................................................................ 18
4.1 Keyboard ......................................................................................................... 19
5. Programming ....................................................................................................... 21
5.1 Programming the operating width ................................................................... 21
5.2 Programming the calibration of the advancing speed ..................................... 22
5.3 Practical example for calculating the “C” parameter to be programmed ......... 23
5.4 Automatic calibration of the “C” parameter (recommended!) .......................... 24
5.5 Programming the number of “paths” ............................................................... 25
5.5.1 Example for programming the number of “paths” ..................................... 26
5.5.2 Table of activations .................................................................................. 32
5.6 Programming the alarms RPMs, “Speed”, “Mode”, “Tramline”, and “Disk”
constants, and SELF-ACQUISITION procedure .................................................. 34
5.7 “S”, “M”, “t” , “d” constants ............................................................................... 35
5.8 Self-acquisition ................................................................................................ 36
5.9 Checking speed sensor operation ................................................................... 37
5.10 Checking turbine RPM sensor operation ....................................................... 37
5.11 Checking row tracer sensor operation........................................................... 38
5.12 Checking product level sensor operation ...................................................... 38
6. Operation ............................................................................................................. 39
7. Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 43
7.1 Ordinary maintenance ..................................................................................... 43
7.1.1 Protection fuses ....................................................................................... 43
7.1.2 How to protect the main connector .......................................................... 43
7.2 Extraordinary maintenance ............................................................................. 43
8. Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 44
9. Technical data ..................................................................................................... 46
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9.1 Seeder Mat MCK 2500 SX .............................................................................. 46
9.2 Sensors ........................................................................................................... 46
9.2.1 Ø18 Proximity sensor ............................................................................... 46
9.2.2 Ø12 Magnetic sensor ............................................................................... 46
9.2.3 Ø19 Capacitive sensor ............................................................................. 47
9.2.4 Ø12 Inductive sensor ............................................................................... 47
9.3 MC Cables ...................................................................................................... 47
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1. General instructions and warnings
1.1 Introduction
This instruction manual provides all the detailed information necessary in order to
understand your device and use it correctly.
Please ensure you read it carefully soon after purchasing the Monitor and refer to it
whenever in any doubt as to how to use it or when preparing to carry out
maintenance.
The manual must be kept near the machine or, at least, when this is not feasible, in a
well-known and conveniently accessible location so that it can easily be consulted
when required.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MANUAL IS FOR CUSTOMER USE ONLY.
ANY OTHER USE IS PROHIBITED
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1.2 Terms of guarantee
SUBJECT OF THE GUARANTEE: the guarantee applies to the product and its
components which bear the serial number or other identification number used by
MC electtronica;
DURATION OF THE GUARANTEE: MC Elettronica S.r.l. guarantees the
product and its accessories for 1 year from the date of manufacture (as indicated
on the identification plate at the rear of the Monitor) and also accessories.
This guarantee covers the product and all repairs made within the agreed
timeframe.
This guarantee does not apply in the event of:
• accidental damage;
• improper use;
• unauthorised modifications or incorrect installation/fine tuning;
• damage caused by the failure or malfunction of non-MC Elettronica
equipment connected mechanically or electrically to our equipment;
• force majeure (lightning strikes, floods, fire or other causes beyond the
control of MC Elettronica).
Repairs under the guarantee, which must be carried out at the laboratories of our
authorised centres, are completely free of charge provided the equipment is
transported directly to them or sent carriage paid. The costs of and risks
associated with the transport are to be borne entirely by the Customer.
The guarantee described above is valid unless otherwise agreed between MC
Elettronica and the Customer.
!
Warning
Mc Elettronica declines any liability for damage or costs incurred
directly or indirectly by improper use or by the inability of the Customer
to use the equipment on its own and/or in conjunction with other
devices.
1.3 Support Service
Support is available in all countries where the Monitor is officially distributed by MC
Elettronica (during and after the guarantee period).
Any work requested on the product must be carried out in accordance with this
manual or as agreed with MC Elettronica.
Otherwise the guarantee may become void.
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2. General description
The SEEDER MAT MCK 2500 SX is a multifunction electronic computer designed to
be used on pneumatic or mechanical seed drills.
Its main function is to automatically shut off certain seeding rows in order to a leave a
non-sown row to be used as a “path” for the subsequent passage of the sprayer.
In addition, the computer can process the signals arriving at two inputs that can be
used to control the rotation of the turbine and of the distributor. The computer can be
programmed to warn the operator by means of an acoustic alarm or a visual alarm
when one or both these devices are turning too slow or have stopped (HOWEVER,
THE DISTRIBUTOR RPM IS NOT SHOWN ON THE DISPLAY).
During sowing operations the display can show the following readings:
travel speed (km/h)
hectares sown, through 2 independent counters (total and sub-total)
linear distance travelled
turbine RPM
For information on how to program the alarms see chapter 5 “Programming” on page
21.
The computer performs these functions by means of the following sensors: an
inductive speed sensor, which should preferably be installed on the machine’s wheel
axle; an inductive sensor that measures the turbine RPM; a capacitive sensor to be
installed in the seed tank to measure the seed level; a third inductive sensor to
measure the distributor RPM; finally a magnetic sensor to be installed on the arm of
the row marker disc or on the machine’s lifting point (see paragraph 5.6) when
leaving un-sown “paths” (tramlines).
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3. How to install the system
Figure 1. Overall dimensions.
MAX Rotation
167°
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3.1 How to install the computer
To install the computer proceed as follows.
Drill a Ø9 mm hole on a flat surface inside the cab and fasten the supporting
bracket by applying a screw (not supplied) into the opening (A) on the bracket.
Fasten the computer to the bracket using the two knobs on the sides (ref.
<B> Figure 2 )
N.B.: We recommend installing the computer in front of the operator to make it
easier to use during sowing operations.
Figure 2. Installing the computer.
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3.1.1 Electrical connections
Figure 3. Electrical connections.
Plug the connector (P) on the seed drill into the connector (P1) on the computer.
Plug the connector of the magnetic sensor of the row marker disc (code 00SEN-
1402) into the “Disc” connector (A) on the seed drill.
Plug the connector of the inductive travel speed sensor (code 1404) into the
“Speed” connector (B) on the seed drill.
Plug the connector of the inductive (or magnetic) turbine RPM sensor into the
“Shaft” connector (C) on the seed drill.
BLACK (-)
RED (+)
For connections to
row shut-off
devices see table
on next page
Power cable
Battery
Harness
cable
CODE 00SEN-1402 CODE 1404 CODE 1403
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