Introduction to:
SmartBox® + Installation

SmartBox Plus System

This document introduces the SmartBox+ system installation process. For more complete details, please visit: SIMPAS.com/resources
SmartBox is a registered trademark of AMVAC Chemical Corporation

Installation:

The installation process for the SmartBox+ system can be completed in the following steps:

1. Bracket
2. Cradle and Base Unit
3. Meter
4. Furrow Tube
5. ECU
6. Harnessing – power
7. Harnessing – communication
8. Display harnessing and cab installation (if required)

1. Bracket
   • The brackets bolt directly onto the row unit, using supplied hardware.
   • On planters with Central Fill, the ladder brackets will bolt onto the central fill ladder or platform.
2. Cradle, Base Unit and Quick-Attach latch
   • The cradle bolts to the bracket and supplies the mount for the Base Unit.
   • Before installing the base unit, the meter quick-attach assembly will be installed onto the bottom side of the base unit.
3. Meter
   • The Meter attaches to the bottom of the base unit. The ISO VT (virtual terminal) display is used to control the system.
   • The quick attach cone is mounted to the meter before installation
4. Furrow tube
   • The furrow tube runs from the bottom of the meter down to the furrow.
   • It is critical to ensure that the tube remains as vertical as possible, to ensure product flow.
5. ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
   • The ECU will mount directly onto the planter tool bar, at about row 5-8 depending upon the size of the planter.
6. POWER Harnessing
   • The power harness begins at the tractor battery, runs out onto the planter tool bar and terminates at 1-2 locations on the tool bar using a tee harness as a splitter.
   • It is recommended that the power harness is installed onto the power disconnect on the tractor, to ensure the system is fully powered down whenthe disconnect is off.
7. COMMUNICATION Harnessing
   • The communication harness starts at the ECU and runs to row 1 initially.
   • Starting at row 1, the communication harness forms a daisy chain along the rest of the planter.
8. Display – harnessing and cab installation
   • When a PLANTER display is being used, display harness installation is NOT REQUIRED (other than simply connecting to the ISO connector).
   • When an aftermarket display is being used, the display harness must be installed, following manufacturers guidance

Documents / Resources

SIMPAS SmartBox Plus System [pdf] Installation Guide SmartBox Plus System, System

References

• User Manual