Front and rear implements on tractors, either mounted or trailed, often obstruct the view of the driver, both on the move and when manoeuvring. Camera systems can help solve this problem and reduce the potential risks from handling machinery, and with this in mind Amazone now offers a camera system from Brigade as optional equipment for its FT 1001 front tank for sprayers, FPS/FRS front tanks for sowing and numerous other implements from its plant-protection, fertilising and sowing ranges.
The camera system is characterised by the use of high-quality components. This applies not only to the cameras fitted on the outside, which have to withstand the environmental impact and harsh agricultural conditions including washing, but also to the monitor and cable connections.
The BE-800C camera, which is supported by an active infrared LED, is water and dust proof and heated. For optimum safety and the best image results, Amazone has selected optimum mounting positions. The high-resolution and anti-glare seven-inch VBV-770FM monitor features an ambient light sensor. As well as a full-screen image, it can be divided to show several cameras simultaneously.
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The Brigade monitor used with Amazone’s camera system has an ambient light sensor to adjust the screen brightness automatically. |
Amazone has equipped the system with practical, weather-proof plug connections located in the implement mounting area. Simply couple up the implement and connect the camera plug connectors at the same time and the system is ready for use. The monitor and base equipment can remain in the tractor and can be simultaneously used for several systems.
Also of importance is the response time of the cameras from bright light to dark or vice versa and the suitability for operation in rain, dawn and twilight.
It has to be noted that the use of the camera does not absolve the driver from his additional duties of care. So, for instance, in accordance with the local traffic regulations in some countries, an escort is still required when driving with front-mounted implements out of dangerous yard exits, road junctions or crossings.
For more information visit: www.amazone.co.uk.
