NEW Hardware and Software changes 2025

HARDWARE

HW changes implemented:

• New navigation system on factory assembled FD20 v2.5 and introduction of a retrofit kit for previous robot versions
• Seed Cone v2.0: self-cleaning brush to improve seeding performances and new lock-in handle 

Once current stock is used/parts become available, the FD20v2.5 will also be provided with the following parts as a standard equipment:

• New Reolink camera (RLC-510A) 
• Redesigned coulter shear to increase service interval 
• New moulded cap for seed unit interconnection cables 
• 10 mm seed valve (aka: seed valve v2.0 – standard equipment only from June 2025)

Changes not related to FD20v2.5

• New GNSS antenna cables for FD20 v2.5 robots (front, rear)
• New Base Station GNSS antenna cable: length increased to 15m
• AFW: redesign of the front safety arm to increase clearance with front wheel
• DFW: larger diameter of the safety pin slot
• New revision of the main wire harness for +SPRAY (former SAS)
• Revision of Field Bracket shackle 
• Seed unit interconnection cables: length increased to 2.4m
• Seed Test kit (available to extra-EU distributors only)

Indirect

• Weeding motor rework to increase lifetime
• Optimization of energy consumption in standby mode
• Improved performance of the seed sensor in the PCB

SOFTWARE v3.212 and v3.305

"The target software update for 2025 is version 3.212, which promises enhanced stability and a range of bug fixes.
The primary focus of the SW v3.305 release is to provide support for dual GNSS platforms. This means that the software is now capable of identifying which GNSS platform is installed on the robot and can seamlessly operate with both systems. Additionally, this update includes important bug fixes related to GNSS alarm handling and optimizations to ensure effective support for both GNSS platforms.
Furthermore, we've made improvements to steering when navigating pass lines, reducing wobble and overshoot during turns."