Russell:
I like your idea of using a "back-up" camera for viewing spray pattern.
Hugh Thomas' point on spray drift on the camera lens is real. A dirty or
wetted lens is pretty worthless. That problem could be avoided if the camera
were located behind a windshield washer/wiper….as inside a cab whose back
window is so equipped. Reflections on the back window from inside the cab
might need blocking with well-placed screening.
I don't use a tractor cab, but I find that two large mirrors (mine are
6.5 X 9 inches), mounted somewhat
forward on the tractor, provide an acceptable, and easily accessible view of
where the spray is. They can, however, be quite annoying when driving west
with a bright, early-morning sun at your back. Drift on the mirrors
has rarely needed cleaning before refill time.
David Kollas
Kollas Orchard CT
On Jan 22, 2014, at 7:37 AM, russ...@holmbergorchards.com wrote:
> I'm looking for other members input/experience with the use of remote
> "back-up" type cameras for monitoring a sprayer from inside a cab. I have
> seen youtube videos from europe with orchard rigs using cameras and a quick
> google search turned up several options designed for ag use that cost between
> $400 and $900. My concerns with regard to orchard use are:
>
> 1. Whats the minimum screen size required to get clarity?
> 2. How well do they work at night?
> 3. Does the screen create too much reflected light in the cab at night?
>
> If anyone can answer these questions or has anything to else to add, it would
> be appreciated.
>
> Russell Holmberg
> Holmberg Orchards
> Gales Ferry, CT
> www.holmbergorchards.com
> cell 860 575 2888
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