John Deere OMPFP10808 OPERATOR’S MANUAL

iGuide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

iGuide

OMPFP10808 ISSUE J0 (ENGLISH)

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

If this product contains a gasoline engine:

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

The State of California requires the above two warnings.

Additional Proposition 65 Warnings can be found in this manual.

John Deere Ag Management Solutions

(This manual replaces OMPC21775)

DCY

OMPFP10808

Printed in U.S.A.

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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Foreword

WELCOME to the GreenStar™ system offered by John Deere.

READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate and service your system correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. This manual and safety signs on your machine may also be available in other languages. (See your John Deere dealer to order.)

THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your system and should remain with the system when you sell it.

MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch fasteners may require a specific metric or inch wrench.

RIGHT­HAND AND LEFT­HAND sides are determined by facing in the direction of forward travel.

RECORD PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (P.I.N.). Accurately record all the numbers to help in

GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company

tracing the components should they be stolen. Your dealer also needs these numbers when you order parts. File the identification numbers in a secure place off the machine.

WARRANTY is provided as part of John Deere’s support program for customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual. The warranty is explained on the warranty certificate which you should have received from your dealer.

This warranty provides you the assurance that John Deere will back its products where defects appear within the warranty period. In some circumstances, John Deere also provides field improvements, often without charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change its performance beyond the original factory specifications, the warranty will become void and field improvements may be denied.

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Read The Guidance Manual

Before attempting to operate Parallel Tracking or AutoTrac™, fully read the Guidance manual to understand components and procedures required for safe and proper operation.

AutoTrac is a trademark of Deere & Company

The Guidance manual is for both Parallel Tracking and AutoTrac guidance systems applications.

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Contents

	Page		Page
Safety..........................................................	05­1	Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values........	40­2
Getting Started
Theory of Operation............................................	10­1
Making Implement Guidance Function...............	10­2
Accuracy.............................................................	10­2
iGuide Activation.................................................	10­3
Useful Buttons and Icons....................................	10­3
Setup
Getting Started ...................................................	15­1
Machine Setup....................................................	15­2
Machine Offsets..................................................	15­4
Implement Setup ................................................	15­6
Implement Offsets ..............................................	15­8
Implement GPS Offsets....................................	15­10
Measuring in line dimension from
receiver to receiver.......................................	15­10
Receiver Installation.........................................	15­11
GPS Receiver Setup ........................................	15­12
TCM Calibration................................................	15­15
Guidance Setup................................................	15­17
Operation
Operation of iGuide ............................................	20­1
Integrating iGuide and iTEC Pro
Hardware and Software Requirements ..............	25­1
Hardware and Software Requirements ..............	25­1
Setup..................................................................	25­1
Operation............................................................	25­2
Using Implement Receiver
forDocumentation and Coverage Map...........	25­3
Tuning Guide
Setting Up Vehicle Offsets..................................	30­1
Setting Up Implement Offsets.............................	30­2
Setting Up Implement GPS Offsets....................	30­2
Tuning Slope Compensation ..............................	30­4
Tuning iGuide Sensitivity....................................	30­4
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips..........................................	35­1
Valid Configuration .............................................	35­2
Specifications
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values.................	40­1

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 © 2009

DEERE & COMPANY

Moline, Illinois

All rights reserved.

A John Deere ILLUSTRUCTION ® Manual

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Safety

Recognize Safety Information

This is a safety­alert 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 safety­alert 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

Park Machine Safely

Before working on the machine:

•Lower all equipment to the ground.

•Stop the engine and remove the key.

•Disconnect the battery ground strap.

•Hang a "DO NOT OPERATE" tag in operator station.

Prepare for Emergencies

Be prepared if a fire starts.

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.

Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone.

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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 power­driven 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 self­propelled 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.

Support Machine Properly

Always lower the attachment or implement to the ground before you work on the machine. If the work requires that the machine or attachment be lifted, provide secure support for them. If left in a raised position, hydraulically supported devices can settle or leak down.

Do not support the machine on cinder blocks, hollow tiles, or props that may crumble under continuous load. Do not work under a machine that is supported solely by a jack. Follow recommended procedures in this manual.

When implements or attachments are used with a machine, always follow safety precautions listed in the implement or attachment operator’s manual.

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	manner.
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	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		—UN—23AUG88
	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.		TS249
	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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	Operate Guidance Systems Safely		• Verify the machine, implement, and iGuide are set up
	Do not use AutoTrac system on roadways.		correctly.
	•	Always turn off (Deactivate and Disable) AutoTrac	• Remain alert and pay attention to surrounding
			environment.
	•	system before entering a roadway.	• Take control of steering wheel when necessary to
		Do not attempt to turn on (Activate) AutoTrac system	avoid field hazards, bystanders, equipment, or other
		while transporting on a roadway.	obstacles.
	AutoTrac and iGuide are intended to aid operator in		• Stop operation if poor visibility conditions impair your
			ability to operate the machine or identify people or

Keep Riders Off Machine

Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep riders off.

Riders on machine are subject to injury such as being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off of the machine. Riders also obstruct the operator’s view

performing field operations more efficiently. Operator is

always responsible for machine path. To prevent injury	obstacles in machine path.
to operator and bystanders:
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	Theory of Operation	• Implement Harness(s) for receiver (quantity may vary)
	iGuide is a passive implement guidance system which	• Implement GPS Bracket and receiver
		•	Compatible only with GreenStar™ 2 2600 display (GS2)
	allows a machine to be driven in such a way as to keep
			and GreenStar™ 3 2630 (GS3)
	the implement on its desired track. It is able to do this
		Software and Settings:
	with a StarFire™ GPS receiver on both the machine and
	the implement.	• Update StarFire receiver software.
	The following criteria are required:
			NOTE: When updating the receiver software, only
	• Machine receiver (iTC only or SF3000)
	• Implement receiver (iTC only or SF3000)		one receiver may be connected to the CAN
	iGuide requires a second receiver installed on the		Bus while updating the software. Software
			updates for both receivers must be performed
	implement and connected to the machine’s Implement		at the vehicle receiver location.
	CAN Bus through the ISO connector. The following items	• Updated GreenStar display software
	need to be included:
	Hardware Needed:	• Machine and implement setup
		• Machine receiver TCM calibration
	• Constant power harness on machine	• Implement receiver setup including offsets and TCM
	• Front Extension harness		calibration
	• Center Extension harness (as needed for long	• Other setup including AutoTrac™, Client, Farm, Field
	implements)		and so on

• Rear Extension harness (as needed for tow behind air cart)

StarFire is a trademark of Deere & Company

GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company

AutoTrac is a trademark of Deere & Company

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Making Implement Guidance Function

Implement Guidance will work with pull type implements only.

The following criteria are required:

•In iGuide mode, both receivers must have the same receiver level (RTK)

•iGuide software installed on the GreenStar display

•iGuide activation for the GreenStar display

•AutoTrac SF2™ activation on display

•AutoTrac and iGuide setup complete (incomplete setup would prevent operator from activating guidance)

•Updated StarFire iTC™ software on the implement

NOTE: Make sure AutoTrac is properly setup and adjustments are completed prior to using iGuide.

NOTE: iGuide performance is contingent upon the ability of the machine to compensate for the implement. If the machine is not weighted properly or slippage is excessive, iGuide performance may be degraded.

NOTE: It is recommended to always save a backup copy of AB lines from the data card to your computer. This best practice will ensure data will be safe in case of Data Card or Compact Flash Card problems.

Implement Guidance is designed to give implement control for the first implement.

iGuide does not support:

•AutoTrac SF1™ Signal Level

•AutoTrac SF2™ Signal Level

•Tow Between Air Carts

•Integral Implements (3­pt)

•Balers

•Mowers and Mower­Conditioners that can swing left and right behind the machine (unless using a fixed offset)

•Wide­swinging drawbar on 9X00T tractors

•AutoTrac Universal Steering Kit™ (Original or 200)

•Bedded Crops

•Standing row crop applications

•Bedded crop applications (see iSteer if this is needed)

•Circle Track

•Original GSD4 Displays

•GreenStar 2 1800 Display

•Original StarFire Receivers

•NH3 Cart behind Air Cart

AutoTrac SF2 is a trademark of Deere & Company StarFire iTC is a trademark of Deere & Company AutoTrac SF1 is a trademark of Deere & Company

AutoTrac Universal Steering Kit is a trademark of Deere & Company AutoTrac RTK is a trademark of Deere & Company

NOTE: Always verify implement dimensions are correct when using the “out of box” dimensions from the GreenStar display or Apex.

NOTE: iGuide does not support the use of the 7.6 cm (3 in.) extension with the 22.9 cm (9 in.)

antennas on the implement AutoTrac RTK™ radio. iGuide will support only the 30.5 cm (12 in.) RTK antenna or the high gain antennas to be used on the RTK radio at the implement.

NOTE: iGuide will not support reverse mode, this functionality is exclusive to AutoTrac.

NOTE: iGuide performance is degraded when the machine is in a "crabbing" condition with the front wheels parallel or near parallel to the guidance path and the rear wheels at an angle to the line.

NOTE: Do not mount the implement receiver higher than 4.0 m (13.1 ft.) for transportation purposes.

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	Accuracy	RTK system with iGuide is contingent upon the tractor’s
	A GreenStar AutoTrac RTK Assisted Steering System	ability to effectively locate the implement. Therefore, if
		the tractor is not weighted properly or wheel slippage
	with iGuide may provide up to a 60% improvement in
		is excessive, the system’s performance and accuracy
	implement accuracy versus a GreenStar AutoTrac RTK
		may be degraded.
	Assisted Steering System without iGuide.
		• Stated implement accuracy improvement is the
	• Accuracy is measured at the implement and may be	improvement in the total percentage of seed placed
	affected by various factors, including ground conditions,	within +/­ 5 cm (2 in.) of its desired location, as
	implement performance, tractor performance,	measured in field tests.
	ballasting, and speed. The performance of the AutoTrac
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iGuide Activation	• iGuide Order Number
See GreenStar Display Operator Manual for activating.	• GreenStar display Serial Number
	• GreenStar display Challenge Code
To activate iGuide, please visit www.StellarSupport.com
or call our Customer Contact Center with the following
items in hand:
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Useful Buttons and Icons	PC8663 —UN—05AUG05
The MENU Softkey allows access to all display
applications. The MENU Softkey will be on every display
screen.		MENU Softkey
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The HOME Softkey allows accessing the currently defined	PC9033 —UN—17APR06
home page.
		HOME Softkey
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Press the GREENSTAR Softkey to access GreenStar	PC12685 —UN—14JUL10
applications.
		GREENSTAR 3 Softkey
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Use the STARFIRE MACHINE Softkey to setup the	PC9965 —UN—09FEB07
vehicle StarFire Receiver and start the TCM calibration
for this receiver.
NOTE: The machine receiver must be a StarFire iTC.
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implement Receiver and start the TCM calibration for this
receiver. The Serial Number of the receiver is shown on
this button.
NOTE: The implement receiver must be a StarFire iTC.
	STARFIRE IMPLEMENT Softkey
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information on desired Guidance Operation.

Guidance Softkey

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Press the EQUIPMENT Softkey to define Machine,	PC12948 —UN—12OCT10
Implement and Implement receiver offsets.

EQUIPMENT Softkey

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page.

CANCEL Button

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Use ENTER button to accept the current changes and	PC8649 —UN—01NOV05
get back to the last page.

ENTER Button

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to right and vice versa.

Offset Toggle Button

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Machine icon on guidance screen represents the location of the machine.

Implement icon on guidance screen represents the location of the implement.

Guidance reference point on guidance screen represents the location of the guidance point for the system.

A—Guidance Screen	C—Implement Icon
B—Machine Icon	D—Guidance Reference Icon

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Guidance Screen Icons

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Getting Started

To make iGuide function, the following criteria are required to be setup:

•Machine setup and offsets

•Implement setup and offsets

•Machine GPS receiver settings under StarFire softkey

•Implement GPS receiver settings under StarFire softkey

•Guidance Setting—Tracking mode, Implement Guidance Mode, and iGuide settings

These items can be set up separately or the Setup Wizard can be used by checking the Implement Guidance option

(M). To access the Setup Wizard, select Softkey (F) (GreenStar).

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	Setup Wizard
A—Setup Tab	E—Resources Check Box	I— Guidance Check Box	M—Implement Guidance Check
B—Summary Tab	F—Machine Check Box	J—Boundaries Check Box	Box
C—Activations Tab	G—Implement Check Box	K—iTEC Pro Check Box	N—Next Page
D—Memory Tab	H—Documentation Check Box	L—Swath Control Pro Check Box

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Machine Setup

MENU >> GREENSTAR >> EQUIPMENT allows access to MACHINE and IMPLEMENT setup screens.

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MENU Softkey

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GREENSTAR 3 Softkey

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EQUIPMENT Softkey

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Machine Tab

A—Machine Tab	D—Machine Model Drop­Down	G—Machine Turn Radius	J—RecordingSourceDrop­Down
B—Implement 1 Tab	Menu	Input­Box	Menu
C—Machine Type Drop­Down	E—Machine Name Drop­Down	H—Turning Sensitivity Input­Box	K—Record/Pause Button
Menu	Menu	I— Change Offsets Button	L—Enable Monitoring Without
	F—Connection Point Drop­Down		GPS Check Box
	Menu

NOTE: Machine name must be defined in order to change offsets. All offsets will be saved under the current machine name.

The Machine tab is required to be populated with the following equipment information:

•Machine Type—Vehicle type being used (Example: Tractor).

•Machine Name—Allows the operator to save vehicle­specific offsets.

•Connection Type—Defines how the implement is attached to the machine.

­Rear Rigid 3­pt (not compatible with iGuide)

­Rear Pivot 2­pt

­Rear Pivot Drawbar

­Rear Pivot Wagon Hitch (for European use)

­Front Rigid 3­pt (not compatible with iGuide)

•Machine Offsets—modify by pressing Change Offsets button (I).

•Verify offsets correspond to the machine selected.

Machine Model—Model number of the vehicle being used. For John Deere vehicles, model numbers will be available from the drop­down list.

NOTE: MachineModelisnotrequiredforiGuideoperation.

NOTE: Machine Turn Radius and Turning Sensitivity are for use with iTEC Pro only.

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