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Wi-Fi Configuration

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Hostpot Device Configuration user guide for Autosteering system. This manual describes how to install, set up Hotspot devices, and use the application.

1.1 General Warning

Sign Safety Instruction
General Warning.png Always read the full documentation before installing or operating the PowerSteer system. Failure to follow safety precautions may lead to injury or damage.
General Warning.png NEVER leave the operator's seat with the system engaged. This prevents accidental death or injury from the vehicle running over someone. A person must always be present in the operator's seat.
General Warning.png Verify the area is CLEAR of people and obstacles before startup, calibration, tuning, or use of the system.
General Warning.png DO NOT operate on public roads or in public areas; power down the system while driving on them. Powering up the system on public roads can cause accidental engagement and loss of vehicle control.
General Warning.png The operator is responsible for safe driving at all time.
General Warning.png The system does not detect obstacles.
General Warning.png The system does not control vehicle speed; the operator must manually adjust speed to maintain control.

1.2. Installation Safety and Environment

Sign Installation & Safety Guidelines
Cable Routing.png DISCONNECT power (power OFF) before installing, removing, or performing maintenance on any connected components.
General Warning.png Ensure components are installed firmly. Improper installation may cause machine damage and poor performance.
Ladder.png Use a ladder to access vehicles Roof Safety when Insatlling the steering controllerto prevent falls
Avoid Extreme Envi.png Avoid extreme environments: Do not install in environments with high temperature, heavy dust, harmful gases, flammables, explosives, great vibration, or strong noise.
Protect against water.png Protect against water: Do not install the equipment in places vulnerable to water accumulation, seepage, dripping, or condensation, as this could damage the ports.<
General Warning.png Keep away from interference: Stay away from high-power wireless equipment, such as radar stations, transmitting stations, and substations, to avoid electromagnetic interference.
Do not Freq Dis.png Do not frequently disassemble the equipment after installation to avoid accidental damage.

1.3. Electrical and Mechanical Safety

Sign Electrical & Installation Safety Guidelines
General Warning.png Electrical operations must be performed by qualified personnel.
CRITICAL PRE-CHECK: Verify all screws, bolts, nuts, and cable connections are tight before operation. Ensure all cables are secured to prevent damage.
Cable Routing.png Cable Routing (CRITICAL): DO NOT route cables over hot surfaces (e.g., engine block, exhaust) or near sharp/rotating parts (e.g., shafts, fan blades) to prevent melting, fire, tearing, or short circuits.
Unpredictable Movement Warning: Vehicle steering axles, tracks, or wheels may move unpredictably during testing or calibration. Ensure no people or obstacles are near the wheels during these stages.
Power Connection: Connect the negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.
Hydraulic Caution: Relieve hydraulic pressure before starting service if installation involves the hydraulic system.
Wear hand and eye protection during installation.
  • Mandatory Disengagement: It is critically important for the Manual Steering Override (Kickout) feature to be functioning and set to the proper level to allow the user to disengage AutoSteer manually. Never operate an AutoSteer system without this feature working or set properly.
  • Liability Disclaimer: Manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage or injury that results from failure to follow instructions, cautions, and warnings set forth herein, or as a result of operator actions that fall outside the recommended application.

1.5. Download Fieldbee Link Application

For Downloading FieldBee Link application , User will be provided with apk file during Purchase.

Fieldbee Link Icon.PNG

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Information : This Application will Not Available in Playstore

1.6. Download Fieldbee Toolbox Application

Downloading Fieldbee Toolox can be done by using Google Playstore

  • Search FieldBee Toolbox in Playstore

Fieldbee Toolbox Playstore.PNG

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Information : Latest Version can be Downloaded at Google Playstore

2. Base Station Configuration

In this Section ,

Configuration of Base Station were Learned ,

  • Hotspot Device Wi-fi Credentails Configuration
  • Base Station Set to Service Mode
  • Base Station Configured to Hotspot Device Wi-fi Credentials
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Information : For Base Station Configuration Required Both Fieldbee link & Fieldbee Toolbox Application

2.1. Step-1 : OFFBoard Device Switch ON

  • Switching ON the OFFBoard Device
Device Switch ON Condition
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2.1.1. LED Status Indications

  • LED Status of the Device After 30 Secs from Start-up
Device LED Status
LED Indication Deatils.PNG
OFFBoard Device LED Details.PNG

2.2. Step-2 : Open Fieldbee Link Android Application

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Information : After Opening Application , Enable Location & Bluetooth for Scanning devices

Enable BLE  Location.PNG

2.3. Step-3 : Scan for Device

  • Click Scan to find the near by devices

Scan for device.PNG

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Information : If device not Listed , Scan again to find the device

Available Device.PNG

Multiple Device available.PNG

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Information : If Multiple Devices listed , Select the required device to view status & configuration

2.4. Step-4 : Wi-Fi Credentails Configuration

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Information : User can change the User Name & password for connecting the devices

Configuration tab.PNG

  • To Configure the Wi-Fi Details
    • user can Setup the user name under SSID tab
    • user can setup the password under Password tab

Set OFFBoard Device Wifi Credentails.PNG

  • After Configuration click Configure WiFi to configure

Configure Wifi.PNG

  • Next , Click Reboot to update the Wi-Fi Credentails

Select Reboot.PNG

  • Next Step is verifcation.

2.4.1 : Verifcation After Configuration

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Information : After configuration were updated , Connect to updated Wi-Fi Credentail
  • Select the Device and Check for Wi-fi Credentails under Information menu

Final Verify.PNG

2.5. Step-5 : Base Station - Set to Service Mode

  • To Set the base Station to Service Mode , Hold the Power button for more than 15 Seconds ( Until Fast Blink Apprears )

Reboot - Base Station.PNG

  • Switch ON Wi-fi in Tablet Check for Wifi Network Name Starting with FieledBee.....

Visible Base Station ID.PNG

  • Connect to the Wifi Network Name Starting with FieledBee.....

Connected to Base Station Network - Service Mode.PNG

2.6. Step-6 : Connecting to Base Sation in Toolbox

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Information : Open Fiedlbee ToolBox for Configuring Base Station
  • Open Toolbox & Select RTK Base Station

Select RTK Base.PNG

  • Connect to the Base Station (in Service Mode)

Select Base Station Device.PNG

2.7. Step-7 : Base Station Wifi Credentials configure to OFFBoard Device Network

  • After Connecting to the Base Station
  • Go to Wi-Fi Menu & Configure the Credentails

Default Bae Station Wifi Credentails.PNG

  • Change the Wi-Fi Credentails as per OFFBoard Device Wi-fi Credentails

Config Wifi Cred for Hotspotdevice - OFFB.PNG

  • After that , Click Set to Apply the Credentials

Click Set to Apply - OFFb.PNG

  • Click Reboot to Complete the Process.

Click Reboot.PNG

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Information : Now Base Station is Configured with OFFBoard Hotspot Device
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Information : Connect to OFFBoard Device Wi-Fi Network to See Base Station Details using Toolbox

3. Receiver Configuration

In this Section ,

Configuration of Receiver were Learned ,

  • Hotspot Device Wi-fi Credentails Configuration
  • Receiver Connection
    • Set to Factory Set Mode ( if Wi-fi Credentails Forgot )
  • Receiver Configured to Hotspot Device Wi-fi Credentials
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Information : For Receiver Configuration Required Both Fieldbee link & Fieldbee Toolbox Application

3.1. Step-1 : ONBoard Device Connection

  • Connect the Wiring Harness as per the Below Image

Onboard Device Connections.PNG

3.1.1. LED Status Indications

  • LED Status of the Device After 30 Secs from Start-up
Device LED Status
LED Indication Receiver.PNG
OFFBoard Device LED Details.PNG

3.2. Step-2 : Open Fieldbee Link Android Application

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Information : After Opening Application , Enable Location & Bluetooth for Scanning devices

Enable BLE  Location.PNG

3.3. Step-3 : Scan for Device

  • Click Scan to find the near by devices

Scan for device.PNG

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Information : If device not Listed , Scan again to find the device

Available Device.PNG

Multiple Device available.PNG

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Information : If Multiple Devices listed , Select the required device to view status & configuration

3.4. Step-4 : Wi-Fi Credentails Configuration

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Information : User can change the User Name & password for connecting the devices

Configuration tab.PNG

  • To Configure the Wi-Fi Details
    • user can Setup the user name under SSID tab
    • user can setup the password under Password tab

Wifi credentail setup.PNG

  • After Configuration click Configure WiFi to configure

Click Configure.PNG

  • Next , Click Reboot to update the Wi-Fi Credentails

Click Reboot.PNG

  • Next Step is verifcation.

3.4.1 Verification After Configuration

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Information : After configuration were updated , Connect to updated Wi-Fi Credentail
  • Select the Device and Check for Wi-fi Credentails under Information menu

Wifi Details.PNG

3.5. Step-5 : Connecting to receiver in Toolbox

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Information : Open Fiedlbee ToolBox for Configuring Receiver
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Information : By Default , Wi-fi Credentials will be rtkwifi and 12345678
  • Switch ON Hotspot in Tablet

Hotspot Switch On.PNG

  • Next , Check for device Connected.

Device Connected Status.PNG

  • After Device Connected

  • Open Toolbox & Select PowerSteer

Select powersteer.PNG

  • Connect to the Receiver

Receiver Select.PNG

3.5.1. Wi-Fi Credentail Reset - In Case of Forgot

  • In Case of User Forgot Wi-Fi Credentials of receiver , user can reset the Wi-Fi Credentails to factory set .

  • To factory set the Receiver , Hold the Power button for more than 15 Seconds (Until Fast Blink Apprears )

Revceiver reebot.PNG

  • After this , Process from Step-5

3.6. Step-6 : Receiver Wifi Credentials configure to ONBoard Device Network

  • After Connecting to the Receiver
  • Go to Wi-Fi Menu & Configure the Credentails

Default Receiver Wifi Credentials.PNG

  • Change the Wi-Fi Credentails as per ONBoard Device Wi-fi Credentails

Config Wifi Cred for Hotspotdevice - ONB.PNG

  • After that , Click Set to Apply the Credentials

Click Set to Apply - ONb.PNG

  • Click Reboot to Complete the Process.

Reeboting.PNG

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Information : Now Receiver is Configured with ONBoard Hotspot Device
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Information : Connect to ONBoard Device Wi-Fi Network to See Receiver Details using Toolbox

4. Hotspot Device factory set Configuration

  • In case of user forgot the ONBoard & OFFBoard Device Credentials , it can be set to factory set Wi-Fi Credentials
  • To Do Factory set
  • Select the device > Configuration
  • Click Restore to do Factory set.

Click Restore.PNG

  • After that , Click Reboot to Complete the process
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Information : Updated Wi-Fi Credentails can be seen on Wi-Fi Informations screen

Wifi Details.PNG

5. OFFBoard Device Charging

To Charge the OFFBoard Device

  • First Switch ON the OFFBoard device
  • Connect the Charging Pin for Charging.

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Information : Without Switching On the Device , Device wont Start Charging even Charging port is pluggedIn