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6.2 | Connecting a Joystick to COMMAND

In most cases the manual control of hydraulic functions are already available (e.g. when using existing tractor SCVs). In some limited cases it may be necessary to add operator control for hydraulic functions, e.g. when using an additional valve module, or using direct PWM operation of hydraulic valves from the COMMAND ECU. In these situations, two options are available: An analog joystick, or a J1939 CANBUS joystick.

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If using a compatible analog or J1939 CANBUS joystick, this can be connected to the T3H-C002 directly or via a joystick extension harness.

  1. Ensure the joystick is fitted with an 8-way Deutsch DT plug (DT06-8S).
  2. Mount the joystick in an appropriate location in-cab according to manufacturer mounting instructions.
  3. Connect the plug to the connector labelled “Joystick” on the T3H-C002 harness.
  4. Verify correct pin alignment before connecting.

See below for the pin positions and connector information noting that this is the receptacle on the T3H-C002 ECU breakout harness.

C10-Joystick pinout

Mating joystick connector parts:

  • Connector: DT06-8S / DT06-8SA
  • Contacts: 1062-16-0122 or AT62-16-0122

Analog Joysticks

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Analog joysticks from brands such as APEM, Parker, Suregrip Controls or Danfoss can be connected to the system and used to manually control one or both available functions, e.g. Height and X-Slope.

Analog Joystick Specification Requirements

    Expected output range:  1.0 - 4.0V Expected resting voltage:  2.5V

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    The T3H-C002 ECU Breakout Harness has an 8-pin joystick connection available that can be used to provide switched 12V power and access to the analog joystick signal inputs. Generally, Joystick Axis 1 and Joystick Axis 2 should be connected to the Y and X axis of the joystick respectively. 



    NOTE: The Joystick Axis 3 signal is currently not in use - COMMAND is currently capable of controlling 2 functions for manual control.

    Joystick Signal Requirements

    The joystick output voltage must be centred at 2.5V when not being manipulated, and should lower in voltage to a minimum of 1V in one direction, and to a maximum of 4V when moved in the opposite direction.

    IMPORTANT: 0-5V Output range joysticks cannot be used with COMMAND, as input voltages of 0V and 5V are assumed to be a short circuit to ground or 5V respectively. 

    For assistance in configuring joystick axis / function assignments for manual control, please refer to the Level COMMAND manual.

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