Product Profiles: Guidance

OUTBACK S3 Hemisphere GPS The newest addition to the Outback family is the Outback S3, which combines the market-proven Outback S2 and the Outback 360 with the latest developments in Crescent GPS receiver technology. Featuring a high-resolution touch screen display, the Outback S3 provides clear, easy-to-read job data and system status information in real time. The electronically integrated Outback Steering Guide uses GPS data and the specific job details to display simple heading direction and provide precision guidance. Although the S3 is loaded with features and the latest technology, it is extremely easy to use. Simply turn the steering wheel to match the direction indicated by the Steering Guide. Hiawatha, KS, 800-247-3808 www.outbackguidance.com
OMNISTAR XP OmniSTAR OmniSTAR XP is the latest offering from OmniSTAR for wide area high accuracy positioning. Similar to OmniSTAR HP, OmniSTAR XP uses dual frequency techniques for true decimeter accuracy. Although not as accurate as OmniSTAR HP, OmniSTAR XP is significantly more accurate than VBS and provides consistent, day-to-day positioning accuracy of better than 6 inches at a very competitive price. Houston, TX, 888-666-4782 www.omnistar.com
ACCU-RATE CONTROLLER Trimble The ACCU-RATE controller helps provide greater precision and control over profitability with measurements of accurate acre count, digital speed, readout, feet traveled, and seed/fertilizer dispensed per acre. Change rates from the comfort of your tractor cab with the turn of a knob or a signal from GPS. Two operating modes available: planting — seeds per acre; and fertilizer — gallons per acre. Westminster, CO, 800-865-7438 www.trimble.com/agriculture
CRUIZER Raven Industries Cruizer is a simple guidance system designed to increase efficiency and profitability with applications ranging from tillage to harvest. Cruizer is also easily transportable from machine to machine and allows operators easy viewing of exported maps. Raven is also excited to introduce SmartRow automatic planter control via the same SmartBoom automatic boom control console — that’s two separate section control systems through one console. Sioux Falls, SD, 800-243-5435 www.ravenprecision.com
VIPER PRO Raven Industries Raven’s wireless Internet capability offers in-cab data transfer, vehicle observation, analysis, and two-way communications, including 10 preset Web sites and remote support service. This offers a way to get more out of field time with direct global network access. Wireless capabilities are offered on Viper Pro and Envizio Pro, and soon to come on Cruizer. Sioux Falls, SD, 800-243-5435 www.ravenprecision.com
ENVIZIO PRO FIELD COMPUTER Raven Industries The Envizio Pro multi-function field computer puts you in complete control of your precision agriculture system — and allows you to get more out of every phase of your farming operation. It features a brilliant 6.4-inch color LCD touchscreen with an integrated DGPS sub-meter receiver. The Envizio Pro also features Last Pass 3-D guidance, two-product application control, VRA, data logging, reports, wireless capabilities, and compatibility with AutoBoom, AccuBoom, AccuRow, SmarTrax, SmartSteer, and any GPS system. Sioux Falls, SD, 800-243-5435 www.ravenprecision.com
SYSTEM 200 Topcon Positioning Systems System 200 is a complete precision farming system offering guidance, autosection control, variable-rate spraying, mapping and data logging, an optional camera system, and a weather station. System 200 saves time, fuel, chemicals, fertilizer, seed, and other inputs, according to the company. The system is powered by Topcon’s GPS+ technology. Livermore, CA, 925-245-8300 www.topconpa.com
OUTBACK EDRIVE TC Hemisphere GPS Outback eDriveTC GPS assisted steering system extends the functionality of the Outback S3 even more. Once engaged, the eDriveTC uses GPS technology to steer the tractor automatically. As a result it provides more uniform treatments, extends hours of operation, and requires less driver skill. Not only does eDriveTC steer more accurately than humanly possible, it now includes the Tilt Compensation (TC) feature. Tilt Compensation corrects for GPS position errors caused when driving on slopes in the terrain. This compensation is essential for precision applications. Hiawatha, KS, 800-247-3808 www.outbackguidance.com
OUTBACK STS Hemisphere GPS The Outback STS is the latest addition to the company’s guidance line of precision agriculture farming systems. Combining the most popular features of the Outback S2, the system features a 7-inch high resolution color touchscreen and is powered by Hemisphere GPS’ Crescent Technology, providing SBAS (WAAS) performance. Hiawatha, KS, 800-247-3808 www.outbackguidance.com
SYSTEM 150 Topcon Positioning Systems System 150 is a complete auto­steering solution with multiple constellation capability, allowing the use of GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo. The receiver includes completely integrated inertials and steering control. Flexible accuracy options include WAAS, EGNOS, Omnistar VBS/XP/HP, and RTK. The lightweight, easy-to-install console features a 5-inch high visibility screen with day/night modes and on-screen indicators for area applied, speed, row, and satellite information. Other functions include automatic coverage mapping and optional AutoSection Control for up to 10 sections. Livermore, CA, 925-245-8300 www.topconpa.com
SYSTEM 110 Topcon Positioning Systems System 110 is a GPS lightbar guidance system with simple on-screen setup. The rugged, lightweight, easy-to-install console features a 5-inch high visibility screen with day/night modes and on-screen indicators for area applied, speed, row, and satellite information. The detachable lightbar can be placed anywhere in the cab for optimum viewing. Other functions include automatic coverage mapping and optional AutoSection Control for up to 10 sections. Livermore, CA, 925-245-8300 www.topconpa.com
EZ-GUIDE 500 Trimble The AgGPS EZ-Guide 500 system is compatible with a number of controllers, including Raven, Rawson, and Hardi. In use, the unit can import prescription maps simply by loading the map in an industry standard SHP file format and using a USB flash drive. The system also works with the EZ-Boom system for boom section control. Westminster, CO, 800-865-7438 www.trimble.com/agriculture
AGGPS 262 Trimble The AgGPS 262 receiver is designed with an all-in-one, low profile smart antenna. It uses the Trimble RTK engine, promising +/- 1-inch accuracy over an 8-mile radius. New to the system is the Transcend Positioning Technology, which can be shared across multiple Trimble platforms from current lightbars to next generation GNSS products. Westminster, CO, 800-865-7438 www.trimble.com/agriculture
AGGPS 162 Trimble The AgGPS 162 receiver can be used with AgGPS Autopilot to provide users with automatic steering options. The system is SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS) compatible and features the OnPath Advanced Filter Technology to improve pass-to-pass accuracy. New to the system is Transcend Positioning Technology, which can be shared across multiple Trimble platforms from current lightbars to next generation GNSS products. Westminster, CO, 800-865-7438 www.trimble.com/agriculture