John Deere 450 OPERATOR'S MANUAL

John Deere RTK Radio 450

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

John Deere RTK Radio 450

OMPFP10922 ISSUE J1 (ENGLISH)

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If this product contains a gasoline engine:

WARNING

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The State of California requires the above two warnings.

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Introduction

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NOTE: Product functionality may not be fully represented in this document due to product changes occurring after the time of printing. Read the latest Operator's Manual and Quick Reference Guide prior to operation. To obtain a copy, see your dealer or visit www.StellarSupport.com

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Contents

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Safety

Recognize Safety Information ............................	05-1
Understand Signal Words...................................	05-1
Follow Safety Instructions...................................	05-1
Practice Safe Maintenance.................................	05-2
Handle Electronic Components and
Brackets Safely ..............................................	05-2
Prevent Electrical Shock and Fires.....................	05-3
Avoid Exposure to High Radio
Frequency Fields............................................	05-3
Avoid Electrical Power Lines ..............................	05-4

Safety Sign

Antenna Front View Decal..................................

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FCC NOTIFICATIONS TO USER

FCC NOTIFICATION..........................................	15-1
450 MHz RTK.....................................................	15-1
COUNTRY USE RESTRICTIONS......................	15-1

Licensing of John Deere RTK Radio 450

Licensing of John Deere RTK Radio 450 ...........	20-1
John Deere RTK Radio 450 Compatability.........	20-1

RTK Base Station Setup

System Overview................................................	25-1
Vehicle Receiver.................................................	25-2
Base Station Setup.............................................	25-3
Base Station Setup—Amplifier Option
(USA and Canada only) .................................	25-4
Base Station Setup—Dual Radio (USA
and Canada only)...........................................	25-6
Radio Power Setting to Meet Licensed ERP......	25-9

GS3 Display SF3000—John Deere RTK Radio 450

RTK SoftKey.......................................................	30-1
Screens Common to Standard
(869MHz, 900MHz) and RTK Radio 450 .......	30-2
RTK Main Page ..................................................	30-2
RTK Configure Page ..........................................	30-4

Diagnostic LEDs

Diagnostic LEDs.................................................	35-1
RTK Radio 450 LEDs .........................................	35-1
Amplifier LEDs (USA and Canada only).............	35-2

RTK Radio 450 Performance

RTK Radio 450 Accuracy ...................................	40-1
Radio Self Test ...................................................	40-1
Line of Sight........................................................	40-3
Operation of Vehicle Next to Base......................	40-4
EC Declaration of Conformity.............................	40-4

Original Instructions. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

COPYRIGHT © 2011

DEERE & COMPANY

Moline, Illinois

All rights reserved.

A John Deere ILLUSTRUCTION ® Manual

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Safety

Recognize Safety Information

This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury.

Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.

Understand Signal Words

A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.

DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near specific hazards. General precautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs. CAUTION also calls attention to safety messages in this manual.

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Follow Safety Instructions

Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are available from your John Deere dealer.

There can be additional safety information contained on parts and components sourced from suppliers that is not reproduced in this operator's manual.

Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.

Keep your machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.

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If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.

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Safety

Practice Safe Maintenance

Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.

Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from power-driven parts. Disengage all power and operate controls to relieve pressure. Lower equipment to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow machine to cool.

Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems or welding on machine.

On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses from tractor before servicing electrical system components or welding on machine.

Handle Electronic Components and Brackets

Safely

Falling while installing or removing electronic components mounted on equipment can cause serious injury. Use a ladder or platform to easily reach each mounting location. Use sturdy and secure footholds and handholds. Do not install or remove components in wet or icy conditions.

If installing or servicing a RTK base station on a tower or other tall structure, use a certified climber.

If installing or servicing a global positioning receiver mast used on an implement, use proper lifting techniques and wear proper protective equipment. The mast is heavy and can be awkward to handle. Two people are required when mounting locations are not accessible from the ground or from a service platform.

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	Prevent Electrical Shock and Fires
	To prevent injury from electrical shock, always disconnect
	power to the receiver, antenna, and amplifier before
	installing or servicing.
	If installing with the power amplifier option, prevent
	electrical shock or fire by using a 14 AWG heavy-duty	—UN—04JUN10PC12631
	electrical cord with 15 amp rating suitable for outdoor use.
	Understand and follow all local codes and regulations
	when installing electrical equipment.
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	Avoid Exposure to High Radio Frequency
	Fields	—UN—04JUN10
	Prevent injury from exposure to high radio frequency fields
	at an RTK base station. Do not touch the antenna while
	the system is transmitting. Always disconnect power to the
	receiver, radio, and amplifier before installing or servicing.	PC12632
	operating together, stay at least 3.6 m (12 ft.) away from
	While the RTK base station amplifier and radio are
	the base antenna.
	While using the base station radio without the amplifier
	option, stay at least 40 cm (16 in.) away from the radio
	antenna.
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Avoid Electrical Power Lines

Watch for wires. Do not install the base antenna near power lines. It may come into contact with low-hanging electrical cables. This would result in the installer suffering serious injury or death from electrocution.

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Safety Sign

Antenna Front View Decal

CAUTION: To avoid serious injury or death from electrocution. Do not come into contact with electrical lines.

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	Antenna Front View Decal Location	USA, Canada, Australia and New	General Antenna Decal (except
		Zealand Antenna Decal	for US, CA, NZ and AU)
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FCC NOTIFICATIONS TO USER

	FCC NOTIFICATION	These devices must be operated as supplied by John
	These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules	Deere Ag Management Solutions. Any changes or
	Operation subject to the following two conditions.	modifications made to these devices without the express
	1. These devices may not cause harmful interference.	written approval of John Deere Ag Management Solutions
		may void the user’s authority to operate these devices.
	2. These devices must accept any interference received,
	including interference that may cause undesired
	operation.
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	450 MHz RTK	frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
	This equipment has been tested and found to comply with	accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
		harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
	the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15	of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
	of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
		harmful interference in which case the user will be
	reasonable protection against harmful interference when
		required to correct the interference at the user’s expense.
	the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
	This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
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	COUNTRY USE RESTRICTIONS	frequencies other than those specifically reserved and
	The John Deere RTK Radio 450 is designed to operate	intended for use without a specific permit. Refer to table
		Radio Power Setting to Meet Licensed ERP in this OM.
	on frequency ranges, the exact use of which differs from
	one region and/or country to another. The user of the	IMPORTANT: Please contact your local radio
	radio modem must take care that the said device is not	authorities for country specific regulations
	operated without permission of the local authorities on	and licensing
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Licensing of John Deere RTK Radio 450

Licensing of John Deere RTK Radio 450

The standard (869MHz, 900MHz) RTK product sold by John Deere uses ISM band radios. These radios do not require licensing by the end user. The radios are limited to a specific frequency range and 1W/ 0.5W maximum output power. While this system works for the majority of applications, the reliability of the RTK link may become limited when passing through trees and dense foliage.

The intent of RTK Radio 450 is to increase the range and reliability of the RTK link. To overcome the attenuation of adverse field conditions, transmission power greater than standard (869MHz, 900MHz) RTK is needed. While there is some added benefit from using a radio with lower frequency and longer wavelength, the signal strength

is the dominant factor in the radio link reliability. To legally transmit at a higher power, RTK Radio 450 uses a licensed band radio. The end user of the licensed band transmitting radio is responsible for obtaining and maintaining a valid site license from the local spectrum authorities. In RTK Radio 450 system, this requires a license for each base station and repeater.

Vehicle radios in RTK Radio 450 system are not transmitters. Since they only receive corrections from the base or repeater, RTK Radio 450 vehicle radios do not require a site license.

An end user can apply for the license by applying directly to the local spectrum authority:

NOTE: Visit www.StellarSupport.com for license request examples and links to Authority for different countries.

An end user can also apply with the aid of a frequency coordinator. A frequency coordinator is a private company

that has been certified by the local frequency spectrum authority to recommend and aid in the application for a licenses. For a fee, these third party coordinators will reduce the complexity and confusion of the application process. However, the final responsibility of the license still resides with the end user.

Check www.StellarSupport.com for country specific instructions on how to obtain a site license.

IMPORTANT: Please contact your local radio authorities or partnering frequency coordinator for region specific regulations and licensing.

License Renewal Scams

After being granted a license for RTK Radio 450 radio, base station operators should be aware of license renewal scams. Spectrum licenses are public record. Other companies could retrieve licensee information and then mail current license holders offers to prepare applications for license renewal. The letters contain warnings that there will be monetary penalties if the licensee does not comply. These companies are not affiliated with government spectrum authorities. They are taking advantage of the public record and the licensee’s desire to comply with the law. Their intention is to charge a “processing” fee on top of the actual amount that a licensee would pay for renewal. While it is important to not let your license expire, licensees should work directly with their local spectrum authority or a certified frequency coordinator. Internet searches of the companies involved usually identify if the company is relevant.

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	John Deere RTK Radio 450 Compatability
	Base Station	Vehicle	Vehicle
		StarFire	StarFire
		iTC	3000
	StarFire iTC	YES	YES
	StarFire 3000 + Glonass	YES	YES
	StarFire 3000 + Glonass + Repeaters	NO	YES
	IMPORTANT: If a Repeater is used in the John Deere	“Repeater in Network” function in the StarFire
	RTK Radio 450 network it’s recommended	setup - Configure RTK Network menu if a
	to use StarFire 3000 receivers only for Base	StarFire iTC is in the network.
	Station and Vehicles. Also uncheck the

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RTK Base Station Setup

System Overview	beyond 20 km (12 mi.), degraded accuracy will occur and
The John Deere RTK Radio 450 system consists of a	it may take longer to initially acquire the RTK signal.
local base station permanently mounted on a structure	IMPORTANT: The standard (869MHz, 900MHz) RTK
that transmits high accuracy corrections to the vehicle’s	system and RTK Radio 450 systems are not
StarFire™ receiver using RTK Radio 450 and an optional	compatible. Vehicles with RTK Radio 450
amplifier (only available in USA and Canada). The	must receive corrections from a RTK Radio
StarFire™ receiver on the RTK equipped vehicle must	450 attached to the base. Likewise, vehicles
have a direct line of sight with the base station in order to	with standard (869MHz, 900MHz) radios
receive the RTK signal. While the higher transmission	installed must receive there corrections from
power and longer wavelength of RTK Radio 450 aids	a base with a standard (869MHz, 900MHz)
in the transmission through trees and foliage, it will not	radio installed. Different radio models can
penetrate through earth in hilly terrains.	not communicate with each other since they
Performance of the RTK correction is related to the	transmit on different frequencies.
operating distance from the base station. When operating
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