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Caterpillar offers several easy-to-activate, quick-start features on your Next Gen excavator to simplify your daily work. Assign individual operator IDs and secure access to your excavator with a passcode, Bluetooth key or smartphone app. And it’s simple to set up your monitor to recognize your attachments using the Cat® PL161 Attachment Locator.
Let’s go over a few operating tips to make these two features work for you.
Master privileges are required if you want to add or change operator IDs and permissions. A master user is indicated with a letter M to the left of the username on your monitor.
Using a master username, it’s easy to set up a new operator ID:
You can access your operator ID using a passcode, a Bluetooth key or a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone with the Cat app. Let’s look at how to set those up:
The Cat PL161 Attachment Locator is a Bluetooth tracking system that mounts to your attachments. These modules can be used to track attachments across multiple worksites and measure the number of working hours per attachment to help predict the need for tool maintenance.
The PL161 is durable and designed to be installed on tools exposed to harsh work environments, with a battery powered for up to two years to minimize maintenance. And it’s easy to connect your PL161 modules to your monitor. This is how it works:
As always, your Cat dealer will work with you to determine which of these features are available and right for you. Consult your Cat dealer for specific features available in your region.
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