General GPS
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These questions relate to general GPS/DGPS issues not related to any specific operation. For example, a question like "What is the latest firmware version for the 252 receiver?" will be found here, but a question like "What version of 252 firmware is required for compatibility with NavII firmware version 3.32?" will be found on the AFS AccuGuide page.
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OmniSTAR was required to change the frequencies that they use to transmit their differential correction signals.
If you are operating on the Eastern (MSVE) or Western (MSCW) frequencies, you will need to change to the new frequencies immediately. The new frequencies are:
Eastern Frequency is MSVEN 1557.845 Mhz
Western Frequency is MSCWN 1557.855 Mhz
If you have converged in the last 4 months and no hard reset has been conducted on your receiver, you should have the new frequency option on your receiver. If not, the frequency can be manually entered.
For those utilizing the Central (MSVC) frequency, you will need to change to the new frequency prior to August 19, 2008. The new Central Frequency is MSVCN 1557.835 Mhz.
For information on how to change to these new frequencies, please review the download titled "OmniSTAR Frequency Change" on the Downloads page or contact your local Case IH dealer.
The required port settings are as follows:
However, the monitor will also accept 19.2k. Some users have reported issues with slower baud rates. Other settings are as follows:
The correct connection type is dependent on how the GPS receiver is connected to the vehicle or display.
CAN A: Use this connection when utilizing the GPS receiver connection on a factory installed AccuGuide ready tractor or sprayer. Used on Generic Tractor, Magnum Tractors, PUMA Tractors, Steiger Tractors, Axial-Flow 2500 Series.
CAN B: Use this connection on 88 Series combines, Axial-Flow 7010/8010 combines, and 20 Series combines, for factory-installed GPS receivers or any receiver installed on the vehicle's secondary CAN bus.
RS232A: Use if connecting any GPS receiver to the flat 5-pin connection on a 2100/2300/2500 series combine or universal tractor/planter harness. This setting is also used when connecting a serial receiver to the 10-pin connector on an 88 Series combine, AF 7010/8010 combine, or 20 Series combine.
RS232B: Use if connecting any GPS receiver to the serial connection on the bottom of the Pro600. IMPORTANT: This connector does not provide a ground for the data signal. If you experience difficulty establishing communication via the RS232B connection, contact your local Case IH dealer.