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The Future of Seeding Technology
APOLLO
The Future of Seeding Technology
• Topcon industry leadership in air seeder technology for more than 20 years
• Easy-to-use user interface through Topcon Horizon software
• ISO UT interface compatibility with existing tractor terminals
• Expansion modules for increased control
If you want to know where seeding technology is headed , take a look at the new Topcon Apollo application controllers .
Apollo is an entirely new concept in machine control ECU ’ s that brings industry-leading features in an integrated solution to small grain seeding systems . Apollo ECU ’ s are easy-to-install , easy-to-use , stackable , weatherproof , ISO compatible , and most importantly , offer virtually unlimited capabilities .
Apollo application control ECU ’ s are configurable to support a wide range of air seeders – virtually every brand currently on the market . From simple single product seeding to multi-product seed , chemical and fertilizer applications – Apollo ECU ’ s running with Topcon GNSS autosteering bring it all together in a synergistic system offering unmatched efficiency and productivity .
Topcon X30 console and Horizon software
The Topcon X30 console , exclusive with Horizon software , give Apollo an advanced , one touch interface in an easy-touse , high visibility format for unmatched control in today ’ s market . Combining rate control , path planning , high accuracy GNSS steering and full agronomic data control that will set new standards in the seeder market .
Apollo offers up to eight product control channels and can run Variable Rate Control on all eight simultaneously including liquid , dry and NH 3
. It offers Section Control for dry , liquid or NH 3 on each boom independently , and optional blockage monitoring of 100 + lines .
ISO UT interface for ISO compliant consoles
Full function ISO client feature means Apollo runs on a standard ISOBUS network , allowing blockage features and up to 4 tanks or bins for product control to be displayed on ISO compliant terminals . Additionally , the Apollo Task Controller function supports advanced features , such as variable rate .
The Apollo system is modularized and solid state – no moving parts or solder connections make it very robust and reliable . Simple LEDs make for easy troubleshooting should any problems arise .