Raven RCM User Manual

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CHAPTER 2 INTRODUCTION
RCM OVERVIEW
Thank you for choosing Raven Applied Technologies. The Raven Rate Control Module (RCM) is a multi-product
application control system built on an ISOBUS platform. The RCM offers a machine operator with the ability to
simultaneously monitor and control dry manure or litter application via ISOBUS Universal Terminal (UT) and task
control for as-applied documentation, prescription rate, and section control.
LITTER AND DRY MANURE CONTROLLER FEATURES
DYNAMIC CALIBRATION
The dynamic calibration automatically adjusts the “density factor” to compensate for varying product density, even
when the product is highly variable. Refer to the Dynamic Calibration section on page 21 for additional assistance
with the dynamic calibration feature.
CLEANOUT MODE
The clean out mode is used to compensate for the end of a load when the beaters or spinners are no longer full.
The apron chain will continue to speed up until it is at full speed. The controller will resume normal operation
when the spreader has been refilled to a level above the trigger weight. Review the Cleanout Setup section on
page 23 for additional assistance with setting up the cleanout mode.
GATE HEIGHT MONITORING
Gate height monitoring is used to actively monitor the real time position of the physical gate height on the
machine. This always allows the system to know the precise height of the gate and adjust the spreader constant
accordingly to maintain a reliable and consistent application rate. Refer to the Gate Height Sensor Calibration
section on page 24 for additional assistance.

Raven RCM Specifications

General

Brand	Raven
Model	RCM
Category	Control Unit
Language	English