If the operating terminal features Section Control, such as, for example, GPS-Switch part-width section control from AMAZONE, the switching of the part-width sections can be carried out completely automatically and in relation to the GPS position. Once a field has been created, and then in automatic mode, the driver can concentrate fully on the operation of the towing vehicle, since the part-width sections are switched automatically in wedge shaped fields and on headlands.

Benefits of automatic part-width section control:

• Stress relief on the driver
• Increase in precision especially at night or at higher speeds
• Fewer overlaps and gaps
• Saving on input costs
• Less crop damage and less environmental pollution

“With Section Control, the ISOBUS computer relieves the driver from a lot of work.”
(“dlz agrar magazine” – “Test report ZA-TS fertiliser spreader”· 02/2017)

Up to 85 %* less overlap in comparison to conventional Section Control part-width section switching, e. g. on the headland

* Savings are dependent on field structure, boom width and the number of part-width sections

One language, many benefits!

Each ISOBUS-enabled machine from AMAZONE comes with the latest technology and almost unlimited possibilities. It makes no difference whether you use an operator terminal from AMAZONE or an ISOBUS terminal fitted directly in the tractor. ISOBUS is an internationally recognised standard for communication between the operator terminal, tractors and connected implements on the one hand and Farm Management Information Systems on the other.

Operation with a wide variety of ISOBUS terminals

Which means that ISOBUS enables you to take control of all your ISOBUS compatible equipment. You only have to connect the machine to the respective ISOBUS terminal and the usual operator interface appears on the monitor in your tractor cab.

Benefits of ISOBUS at a glance: 

• This worldwide standard provides a uniform interface and data exchange format that ensures compatibility even with third party manufacturers 
• Plug and Play between machine, tractor and additional ISOBUS implements

This means that you can control all your ISOBUS-compatible equipment using a single terminal. You only have to connect the machinery to the respective ISOBUS terminal and the usual operator interface appears on the monitor in your tractor cab.

Benefits of ISOBUS:

• International standardisation provides uniform interfaces and data formats, meaning that compatibility with other manufacturers is ensured
• Plug and Play between the machine, tractor and other ISOBUS equipment

Our competence in electronics: To increase the operational comfort, AMAZONE implements and operator terminals feature a level of functionality far beyond ISOBUS standards.

The benefits of more than just ISOBUS:

• Highest compatibility and function flexibility of your ISOBUS equipment
• No additional modules on the machine side. All ISOBUS machinery from AMAZONE is already equipped with the necessary ISOBUS functionality as standard
• Practice-oriented machine software and logical menu structure
• MiniView display with all AMAZONE terminals and additional ISOBUS terminals. See, for instance, the machine information in the GPS view
• Possibility of operating the machine via the tractor terminal or a twin terminal solution
• Flexible assignment of the field and machine view between the tractor and the operator terminal
• Unique operation concept. Freely-configurable displays and individual user interfaces for each driver
• Freely-configurable machine operation, e.g. folding of the boom of your AMAZONE crop protection sprayer
• Integrated TaskController data logger function

Advantages of the AMAZONE machine software:

• User-oriented and intuitive
• Tailored to the machine
• Functional range above and beyond the ISOBUS standard

With the ISOBUS-compatible AmaTron 4 and the AmaPad 2, AMAZONE offers two extremely convenient operator terminals for your ISOBUS machinery. In addition to just machine operation, there are other possible applications, such as GPS-Switch (automatic part-width section control).

• All applications are pre-installed and can be tried out initially free of charge
• Intuitive and clear operation

Simple and convenient operation as intuitive as your tablet

Why not handle a terminal as intuitively as a tablet or a smartphone? With this in mind, AMAZONE has developed the operator-friendly AmaTron 4 which offers a noticeably smoother operational procedure, especially when it comes to job management. The AmaTron 4, with its 8"multi-touch colour display meets the highest expectations and offers maximum user-friendliness. A swipe of the finger or use of the App carousel allows quick changes between applications and the simple and clearly structured operating menu. A useful MiniView, a freely configurable status bar as well as a virtual light bar make the use of the AmaTron 4 particularly clear and convenient.

Benefits of AmaTron 4: 

• Automatic full screen mode when not in use 
• Automatic control button display via a proximity sensor 
• Practical MiniView concept 
• Actuation via multi-touch colour display or soft keys 
• Especially intuitive and user-friendly 
• Field-related documentation 
• Practice oriented and intelligent menu navigation 
• Practical quick-start menu with import and export of job data, help windows, day/night mode and the AUX-N assignment 
• One camera input and automatic reversing detection 
• Free trial period for all chargeable licences 
• AmaTron Connect – for yet more access to the digital age

Equipped as standard with: 

• GPS-Maps&Doc

The new dimension in control and monitoring

With AmaPad 2, AMAZONE offers a particularly high-quality operator terminal. The 12.1" multi-touch colour display is particularly user-friendly and fulfils the highest demands of Precision Farming. AmaPad 2 is operated solely via touch.

With the practical "MiniView concept”, applications which aren’t being actively operated at that moment, but need to be monitored, are clearly displayed at the side. When needed, these can be enlarged using "a finger swipe”. The possibility of individualising the "dashboard panel” with a choice of display rounds off the user ergonomics.

Benefits of AmaPad 2: 

• High-end ISOBUS operator terminal with a large touch display 
• Extended MiniView concept enables the parallel display of up to a maximum of four menus 
• Quick-start button and integrated light bar 
• Two camera inputs 
• Day-night mode

Equipped as standard with: 

• GPS-Maps&Doc 
• GPS-Switch basic 
• GPS-Switch pro 
• GPS-Track

Thanks to the AUX-N feature, you can operate multiple functions of the machine via AmaPilot+ or any other ISOBUS multi-function joysticks.

The benefits of AmaPilot+: 

• Almost every function directly controlled across 3 levels
• Adjustable palm rest
• Freely-programmable, individualised key layout

All standard ISOBUS terminals from AMAZONE can collect and save machine and site-specific data using Task Controller. The collected data can subsequently be used in your Farm Management Information System.

• Create or load jobs with ease
• Process jobs
• Document and export the work done
• Processing of application maps in an ISO-XML format

In addition to the possibility of operating the AMAZONE ISOBUS machinery via the tractor terminal, there is the practical alternative of separating the functions of the tractor and the mounted implement and operating them via two terminals. The tractor terminal can continue to control the tractor or display the GPS applications, while the other operator terminal in the UT view is dedicated to the control and operation of the machinery.

The GPS-Track parallel guidance greatly helps with orientation in the field, especially on grassland or in areas without tramlines.

• With a virtual light bar in the status bar 
• Automatic tramline control via GPS for seed drills 
• Various track modes such as A-B lines or contour driving 
• Supplied as standard with AmaPad 2 
• Optional with AmaTron 4

Communication in real time
With AmaTron Connect, AMAZONE provides a digital interface to a smartphone or tablet. The mobile device and the ISOBUS terminal AmaTron 4 are simply connected as a hotspot.

The AmaTron Twin App offers the driver even more comfort in work, as GPS functions in the field view can also be operated via a mobile device (e.g. tablet) in parallel with machine operation in AmaTron 4.

Advantages of the AmaTron Twin display enhancement

• Use of an existing mobile device
• Greater clarity – all applications in view
• Comfortable control of GPS functions in the field view in parallel via the mobile device
• Clear, authentic representation of the working machine and its part-width sections

All standard ISOBUS terminals from AMAZONE can collect and save machine and site-specific data using Task Controller. Part-area, site-specific operation via the processing of application maps in a Shape file format and ISO-XML format is also possible.

• Easy creation, loading and processing of jobs
• Start a new task straight away and decide later whether the data is saved or not
• Import and export of jobs in the ISO-XML format
• Job summary via PDF export
• Intuitive system for processing application maps in the Shape file format and ISO-XML format
• Automatic part-area, site specific regulation of the application rate
• Indication of inactive field boundaries and automatic field detection when approaching the area
• Optimum crop management via needs-based application
• Standard with AmaTron 4 and AmaPad 2

If the operating terminal features Section Control, such as, for example, GPS-Switch part-width section control from AMAZONE, the switching of the part-width sections can be carried out completely automatically and in relation to the GPS position. Once a field has been created, the driver can concentrate fully on operating the vehicle in automatic mode, since the part-width sections are switched automatically in wedge shaped fields and on headlands.

Benefits of automatic part-width section control: 

• Relieves stress on the driver 
• Increase in precision, especially at night or at higher speeds 
• Less overlaps and gaps 
• Saving of inputs 
• Less crop damage and environmental impact

With GPS-Switch, AMAZONE offers a GPS-based, fully automatic, part-width section control for all AMAZONE operator terminals and ISOBUS compatible fertiliser spreaders, crop protection sprayers or seed drills.

GPS-Switch basic 

• Automatic part-width section control for up to 16 part-width sections 
• Creation of a virtual headland 
• Automated boom lowering with an AMAZONE crop protection sprayer 
• Standard with AmaPad 2 
• Optional with AmaTron 4  

GPS-Switch pro (as an add-on to GPS-Switch basic) 

• Automatic part-width section control with up to 128 part-width sections, particularly for crop protection sprayers with individual nozzle control
• Marking of obstacles (e.g. water holes, pylons) 
• Auto-zoom when approaching the headland 
• Standard with AmaPad 2 
• Optional with AmaTron 4

1. The implement is manually witched on and off

Special crops and bed work often require the on/off switching of the individual part-width sections in the middle of the boom. AmaClick is an additional ergonomic control unit that can be used either in conjunction with the AmaPilot multi-function joystick or also though as a standalone system alongside an ISOBUS terminal.