1. Introduction to Trimble GCS900 / Cat AccuGrade Version 12.2
Jeff Drake
Grading Segment Manager
May 2012

2. Topics GCS900 / AccuGrade v12.2 Introduction Connected Machine Updates
Support and availability
Summary
Questions

3. Trimble GCS900 / Cat AccuGrade v12.2

4. GCS900/AccuGrade version 12.2
The next exciting release of the Trimble GCS900/CCS900 and Cat AccuGrade Grade Control Systems
New technology that dramatically improves the speed, accuracy, and quality of grading operations for dozers
New 2D excavator system configuration that improves productivity and operational flexibility
Wireless connection setup that is more user friendly
“Embedded” Connected Machine Capability

5. Major Enhancements Trimble GradeMaxTM Technology for Dozers
2D Excavator system Enhancements
Wireless Setup and Connection Management

6. Trimble GradeMaxTM Technology

7. GradeMax Technology Major Enhancement to Automatic Controls for Dozers
Double the update rate of GNSS data
Optimized controls algorithms
Why it is good for customers:
Automatic blade control “Rapid Recovery”
Consistent grading performance
Increased smoothness
Full Speed Second Gear operation
Operation without constraints
Better operator experience
Competitive differentiator against inertial-based systems:
Topcon MC2
Leica SP14
No additional hardware, sensors required!

8. GradeMax Performance – Cat D5MB.
Rapid Recovery A.
Full speed, second gear, Automatics with GradeMax, forced blade down 0.50’ (150mm) low
Allow Automatics to recover 1.5 – 2 machine lengths
Rapid Recovery – Full speed, second gear, Automatics with GradeMax

9. GradeMax Technology
Better stability, blade recovery at faster grading speeds
Flat runs,
Slopes, super elevation, and complex designs

10. GradeMax Technology vs. Competition
Trimble GradeMax
Tocpon MC2
Leica SP14
Dual GPS  
Single GPS
Single UTS
2D and 3D Modes
Requires additional sensors and hardware
Difficulty of installation and calibration
Enabled in v12.2 software, requires current MS9x2 GNSS and CB4x0 Control Box
Welding for sensor bracket, precise measure-up and sensor calibration
Blade Rotation with Six-way blades on Slopes
Maintain high speed grading on complex designs

11. GradeMax Technology – Requirements
For Dozers – only
2D and 3D modes
Laser and GNSS – only
CB450 or CB460 Control Box
GCS900/AccuGrade v12.20
Not available for the CB430 or CD700
Upgrading to v12.2 automatically
enables GradeMax Technology
When relevant hardware is present
Upgrading sets GNSS data to CAN1
MS992 GNSS receiver
GNSS firmware v4.45
Not available for use with MS990 or MS980
MS990 GPS Receiver
Some benefit can be seen
Requires v4.19 firmware
Dual GNSS – CAN1 bus at the nose of the machine
All dozers should have CAN1, except for unique machines
Deere 850JR (US Military)
Use with single and dual laser
Setup GL700 to run at 900 RPM
CB460
CB450
MS992

12. On-the-Fly Valve Tuning Adjustments
New, more operator-friendly way of tuning valves speeds – while in operation!
More values to tune, for more flexibility in varying conditions, materials or machine type
For 2D and 3D Dozer systems – only
Laser, GPS, and UTS systems

13. On-the-Fly Valve Tuning Adjustments
Why it is good for customers:
Combined with Trimble GradeMax Technology, allows dozer automatic controls to be fine tuned for maximum performance, depending upon:
Application
Material type
Quality of dozer hydraulics
Operator preferences

14. On-the-Fly Valve Tuning Adjustments
Additional adjustments for:
Lift speed – surface waves, increase or decrease
Stability (Manager’s Mode-only) – adjust if blade is overshooting or slow to reach design (derivative gain)
Balance – ratio between raise and lower commands
Tilt speed – increase/decrease to adjust tilt speed
Vertical offset – while tuning, without exiting menu

15. Use Inc/Dec Switch To Adjust Values
The Increment / Decrement Switch can be used to easily change Valve Tuning Parameters
Easy, safe way to make adjustments while operating the machine

16. On-board Tuning Tips On screen instructions to help operators
Recommend review prior to operation of the machine…

17. Valve Tuning – Best Practices
Bad practice will cause problems!
Keep your speed constant
Keep your blade load constant
Work in the same material
Same compaction and moisture content
Risk poor Valve Tuning settings – it is not known what caused specific changes

18. Upgrade Details
Upgrading (or restoring an old MCH file) on control box running v12.2:
The Valve Speed will be translated when used on v12.2 platform to the corresponding new Valve Tuning value
Notes:
Valve Speed used a 0 – 100 logarithmic scale
50 = default
Valve Tuning uses a 0 – 400 linear scale
100 = default

19. 2D Excavator System Enhancements

20. 2D Excavator System Enhancements
GPS Support in 2D Mode
User Interface enhancements for managing basic functions
Bench Elevation
Bench Rotation
Management of Profiles
Depth and Slope memories for Profiles
Softkey updates
Combined Touch Point / Laser Accept softkey
Streamlines use of common features and functionality
Note – same enhancements also in GCSFlex

21. GPS Support in 2D Mode Same functionality as GCSFlex with GPS
GPS guidance to 2D depths, slopes, profiles, and alignment + profiles
Does not require site calibration or design files
Requirements
CB450 or CB460 control boxes
3D Indicate software option key
Not available with the 2D software option key
MS972 or MS992 GNSS smart antennas
Not supported
CB430 or CD700 control boxes
MS980 or MS990 GPS smart antennas

22. UI Enhancements – Bench Elevation
Single, quick press & release behaves as before
Press & hold of the Bench softkey displays “Bench Elevation” screen
Dialogue description, graphic shows how to bench
“Clear” softkey
“Bench” softkey 22

23. UI Enhancements – Bench Rotation
Single, quick press benches heading
Based on HS410 heading sensor
Press & hold Bench key to access “Bench Rotation” screen
Options:
Clear the previous bench
Set new bench using heading sensor
Set new bench by selecting two points with bucket
Only an option when using GPS 23

24. UI Enhancements – Profile Management
New updates for Profile definition & management
Accessed in more logical location for use
Moved Profile functions to Select Profile screen
Select Origin softkey
Indication which point is selected as the origin on the profile
Indicated by green dot
Flip/Mirror softkey
Flip or mirror profile
Parallel/Square softkey
To select orientation of work
Perpendicular or parallel to the profile
Cannot define a profile parallel to the alignment

25. Profile Management
Moved Flip & Origin buttons
From V12.11
From V12.2

26. Profile Management After benching with Point 5 set as origin

27. Profile Management
Flip / mirror softkey moved to Select Profile screen

28. Profile Management
Example working square to the trench

29. Profile Management
Example working parallel to the trench

30. Depth & Slope Memories for Profiles
Version 12.2 provides ability to apply mainfall slope memories to profiles
When using HS410 Heading Sensor or MS9x2 GNSS Receiver
Previous profile functionality only supported trenches without mainfall slope
Enables the operator to configure and dig profiles that have mainfall slopes
More ideal for excavating for run-off or drainage ditches

31. Depth & Slope Memories for Profiles
Press and hold the Slope memory button to view all slope memories, create new, delete, etc.

32. Depth & Slope Memories for Profiles
Slopes used with profiles
Trench main-fall

33. Depth & Slope Memories for Profiles
Elevation offsets used with profiles

34. Laser/Touch Point Softkeys
When the Touch Point softkey is pressed, the standard Touch Point dialog is displayed and Accept Laser is not available
As in previous versions, the Laser Accept softkey will be visible for 3 seconds after a valid laser strike has been detected and lost
Touch Point is not available in Profile guidance mode if an HS410 heading sensor is not installed

35. Laser/Touch Point Soft Keys
To make room for depth, slope memories, Touch Point & Laser Accept soft keys have been combined
Note – Laser catcher not available when GPS support is enabled

36. Wireless Setup and Management Enhancements

37. Wireless Setup and Connection Management
Enhancements to Machine Settings menu for communications configuration
New menu item: Connectivity Settings
New connectivity settings options
New rules determining connectivity settings

38. Updates in Machine Settings Screen
Two to three available screens to configure, depending upon your system configuration
Fixed Radios (SNR420)
Select what is installed on machine
Wireless Comms (SNM940 or SNR420)
How you’re connecting to the office or internet
Options depend on radio
IP Connection (SNM940)
Display to radio comms

39. Fixed Radios Select the radios connected to the system Toggle On/Off
Possible to have more than one selected – for example: SNR900 for CMR, SNM940 for cellular comms to TCC and VisionLink

40. Wireless Communications
Does radio send data to/from internet?
Wi-Fi for new SNRx20 radios
900MHz for SNR9xx
For customers using SVO / AGO Wireless Option
Note – This screen doesn’t appear if SNM940 is the only Fixed Radio selected

41. IP Connection
Ethernet
Serial PPP

42. New in Installation Setup: Connectivity Settings
Groups all wireless settings in one menu location
Options under this dependent on the radio selections in Machine Settings

43. Many Possible Menus
Connectivity Settings depends on what radio(s) on machine and how to be used
For example: SNM940 with SNR920

44. With No Wireless Comms

45. GPS Base Configuration
Improved Trimble VRS/Single Base configuration wizard
New IBSS configuration
Links to TCC credentials
Displays IBSS and the distance from machine

46. Wi-Fi Signal Strength Signal Strength displayed in network list
Also appears in Wi-Fi Status Screen
Icon added in lower right
Consistent with SPS Wi-Fi signal strength icon

47. Connected Machine Updates

48. Radio Overview SNRx20 On-machine radios Updates to the SNRx10
Wi-Fi
450 MHz – only variant
Single Wide band 450 MHz (410 MHz – 470 MHz)
New 26-pin connector
Wi-Fi for countries where SNM940 can’t be sold
Base kits updated with new radio cable to support
Version 2.1
Type approvals outstanding for Japan, Brazil
Production Release/Ship Date: February 6, 2012

49. On-machine Radios – Product Positioning
SNM940 Connected Site Gateway
Connected Site Radio
For Connected Machine services:
Universal (AM/FM Telematics)
Connected Machine
2D Project Monitoring
3D Project Monitoring
SNRx20 On-machine radio
Fixed Site Infrastructure On-machine Radio
GPS Corrections from fixed GPS infrastructure
Use with Trimble UTS
Secondary on-machine radio option for Wireless Data Sync
Countries where SNM940 is not Type Approved

50. On-machine Radios – Product Positioning
SNM940 Connected Site Gateway
Connected Machine Device
(or)
TCC
Universal
(AM/FM)
Engine hours
Idle Time
Fuel usage
Position/Location
Connected Machine
VRS / IBSS
Wireless Data Sync
Remote Diagnostics
2D Project Monitoring
Cycle Times
Cycle Monitoring
3D Project Monitoring
Productivity Monitoring
Volumes
Compaction

51. On-machine Radios – Product Positioning
SNRx20 On-machine Radio
Fixed Site Infrastructure On-machine Radio
Connected Machine Capability using Wi-Fi
When/where SNM940 can’t be used
Wireless Data Synchronization
SNRx20 Radio not supported as VisionLink device
GCS/AccuGrade with UTS
GCS/AccuGrade using GNSS

52. Cellular vs. Wi-Fi When to use, recommended device, services Device
SNM940
Telematics
VRS
IBSS
Wireless Data Sync
Design data
TAG files
Diagnostic Files
SNRx20 NA

53. Connected Machine – Continual Improvement
The Connected Machine is an integral part Trimble’s Connected Site Strategy
Past GCS900 and AccuGrade product releases have added a number of Connected Site and connectivity features
Minimum Bucket Height Mapping
Blade-on-Ground detection
Wireless Data Synchronization via Trimble Connected Community
Cellular radio, Wi-Fi connection management and handling improvements
On-machine infrastructure has been updated to facilitate high speed data transfer capability
V2.00 on-machine harness with Ethernet
High-speed cabling provisions for the SNM940
What are the next steps to continue with enhancing Connected Machine capabilities …?

54. Adding SNM940 to All Trimble Base Kits
The SNM940 Connected Site Gateway will be included in ALL Trimble Ready Base Kits
Enables the machine to be “ready” for:
Any 2D or 3D GCS900/AccuGrade system
Any or all of the four Connected Site services
Universal
(Asset Management / Fleet Management Telematics)
Connected Machine
(VRS, IBSS, Wireless Data Sync, Project Monitoring)
2D Project Monitoring – Cycle Monitoring
3D Project Monitoring – Productivity Monitoring
Available with the GCS900 / AccuGrade v12.2
Released April 23, 2012

55. Adding SNM940 to All Trimble Base Kits
Why add the SNM940 to all Base Kits?
“Sales and Services” enabler for SITECH distributors
Leverage sales opportunities of machine control, connected site services and customer support service packages
Significant machine control product differentiator
Only Connected Machine Control platform in the Marketplace
Ease of installation
Install SNM940 while base kits in being installed
Base Kit Install Manual updated to illustrate connection to the R-terminal
SNM940 now treated as a “Platform Device”
Connected Machine Control platform “ready” for future connectivity features and enhancements

56. Competitive Advantage
For VRS
add cellular module to GPS receiver +
Trimble Connected Machine Control Systems
For Telematics
For Two-way Data, Remote Support
also requires server set-up for use
Comms device??
“uses a single in-cab controller and a modem “

57. High Value Opportunity
Drivers:
Avoid being commoditized
Get away from price/feature-based competition
Block the niche players
Objective:
Move from “box-shifters” to trusted advisors
Build a services-based recurring revenue business
Increase customer loyalty exponentially

58. Connecting the Construction Continuum
PLANNING
DESIGN
ESTIMATE, BID
Surface, Alignment
Design Surfaces,
Specifications
Design
Elements
Estimates
PAVE, BUILD
Progress &
Productivity
Internet based project data:
3D, design, estimates, progress
& management reports
Design
Surfaces, Quantities, Schedules, Materials
As-built
Data
Progress &
Productivity
Quantities
Designs and As Built Data
Designs and As Built Data
CHECK
FINE GRADE
EARTHWORKS

59. Platform Connectivity for Future MC Connected Services
Software
Off Machine
On Machine

60. Details and Implementation
Additional Base Kits will be created from the current set of base kits - includes
All machine types
All Generic, Caterpillar GCR, ARO and OEM
Two new sets of base kits will be available
SNM940 GSM-based base kits
SNM940 CDMA-based base kits
Current base kits without SNM940 will continue to be available
For countries, dealers who cannot sell or use the SNM940 at this time – e.g., Japan, Cat dealers without SITECHs
Connected Machine service option enabled from the factory on SNM940 included in the base kits!

61. Details and Implementation (cont’d)
Current Base Kit Structure
– Generic Dozer Base Kit – contains:
Kit - Generic, Dozer, v2.1
Kit - Mast Install, Generic, Dozer, GCS
SNM940 Base Kit Structure
– Generic Dozer Base Kit, GSM – contains:
Kit - SNM940 Installation Kit
Kit, SNM940, Isolation Mount Kit
SNM940, Connected Site Gateway, GSM
– Generic Dozer Base Kit, CDMA – contains:
SNM940, Connected Site Gateway, CDMA

62. Trimble Store and Ordering
New Trimble Store functionality being implemented
Based on a dealers Billing Address – identified at Trimble Store login, the dealer will only be shown the relevant base kit available for use in their region
Examples:
SITECH Australia
Will only see base kits that include the SNM940 GSM unit
Will not be shown base kits that do not include the SNM940
SITECH Indiana
Will only see base kits that include the SNM940 GSM and CDMA units
SITECH Japan
Will only be shown base kits that do not include the SNM940
The SNM940 is not Type Approved in Japan

63. Pricing
2D and 3D System Prices will be increased slightly to account for inclusion of the SNM940 as a platform device
Pricing increase to cover Trimble costs of the SNM940 and accessories
Cost will be distributed across main system kits and components
System price increases:
2D Systems: ~ 3.35%
3D Systems: ~1.33%
Includes increase of Base Kit prices to account for inclusion of the SNM940
Desire to continue to make it economical for dealers, customers to stock, purchase multiple base kits for multiple machines
New system pricing went into effect with the GCS900 v12.2 release
Went live on Trimble Store April 23, 2012

64. Dual GPS Dozer – Example
Dual GPS Dozer System
Current System Pricing
Includes:
SNM940
Connected Machine Option
Required accessories
Price Delta ∆
SNM940 Add-on
Extra Value $$
$64,045
$64,845
$800
$2600
$1800
€49,265
€49,880
€615
€2100
€1485
For the calculation of the SNM940 list price: includes
SNM940 box
Connected Machine Option Bit
Installation Kit
Wiring Harness
Mounting Brackets (machine dependent)
The price increase has been spread across the entire machine control system, not just the base kit.
The increase is $1800/ €1400, so there is an extra value of $800/EUR700 the dealer receives vs buying all items separately.
What do customers get for the extra value…?

65. What is in it for the Customer?
Universal
(AM/FM)
Engine hours
Idle Time
Fuel usage
Position/Location
Basic Telematics
SNM940 is installed for Universal Telematics when Base Kit is installed
Easy for customers to see, track, manage fleet
VisionLink AM/FM capability
Trimble VRS/IBSS
machine immediately ready to deploy for production without need for fixed GPS infrastructure
On-machine radio savings
Wireless Data Sync
System ready to synchronize design files via TCC – never drive USB data to the machine again
Time, Fuel, Personnel savings
Remote Diagnostics
Pull program log files and ZSNap files from any machine for basic troubleshooting purposes
Machine uptime savings
Connected Machine
VRS / IBSS
Wireless Data Sync
Remote Diagnostics
* Add High Data rate SIM card
2D Project Monitoring
Cycle Times
Cycle Monitoring
3D Project Monitoring
Productivity Monitoring
Volumes
Compaction
2D and 3D Project Monitoring
Diversified products for heavily adopted large customers for cycle time, productivity of grading operations, and compaction
VisionLink productivity analysis and tracking

66. Support and Availability

67.   Supported Platforms
GCS900 / AccuGrade v12.2 is supported on the following Control Box platforms:
Version 12.2 is NOT supported on the CB430 control box platform
Current CB430 / CD700 control software: version 11.41 
CB460
CB450 
CB430 / CD700

68. Upgrades Version 12.2 on-machine software
Download and Upgrade if control box was purchased in the last year or on Extended Warranty
(after April 23, 2011)
For those outside of 1 year (prior to April 23, 2011) and not on Extended Warranty, purchase new Control Box Extended Warranty

69. New Operating System – v2.0.0
New Operating system upgrade required in addition to .SG3/.SG4 file when upgrading to v12.2 on the CB450 / CB460
New OS also remedies low level issue:
CB460 LCD power-off at high temperatures
Operating system files will be available in the control box software folder locations on the Partners Website
CB460
CB450
Note – It is good practice to continue to save .mch and .dsp files to card before upgrading 69

70. Version 12.2 – Available NOW!
Version On-machine Software
Announcement and Launch – Intermat 2012
Shipping, posted to H&H Construction Partners
Marketing Materials, Launch Binder
Boot Camp Materials
New Base Kits, System Kits, Component Pricing
Available now on Trimble Store

71. New Trimble Ready Base Kits
Trimble Store updates live as of April 23
Includes:
New “Configuration By Billing Address” capability
New SNM940 GSM, CDMA base kits
New pricing for all primary system level kits

72. Summary GradeMax Technology for Dozers
Increase grading speed, accuracy and rapid recovery
No need to add additional sensors or hardware
2D Excavator System Enhancements
More operational flexibility using GPS, 2D user interface improvements for ease of use
Wireless Setup and Connection Enhancements
Easily configured using dedicated Menus
Quickly get up and running with pre-loaded mobile carriers
Common wireless signal strength icons between GCS and SPS

73. Questions