Harvest is hectic. Producers are focusing on getting all the crop from the field to the bin within a tight harvest window. Using Machine Sync, those producers can focus more on grain harvest and grain quality, and worry less about keeping the grain cart under the spout when unloading on the go. Gen 4 Machine Sync provides a solution to harvest stress by creating a wireless network between the tractor and combine to enable on-the-go unloading by synchronizing tractor speed and direction of travel with the combine.
Machine Sync works with In-Field Data Sharing to show the location of all combines and tractors within the fleet of Gen 4 machines harvesting in the field. Knowing the exact location of multiple combines as well as their grain tank fill level and unloading auger status allows the grain cart operators to be in the right place at the right time.
Harvest productivity relies on keeping the combine harvesting grain. Unloading on the go is key to reducing downtime.
Gen 4 Machine Sync reduces the amount of stress with on-the-go unloading, making filling the grain cart easier.
In traditional grain cart operation, operators are focused on being in the right place at the right time. Until now, successfully unloading grain into a grain cart while continuing to harvest crop is complicated due to:
Gen 4 Machine Sync simplifies harvest for even the most experienced operators. It allows focus on harvest while reducing the tasks created by on-the-go unloading. This results in operators who are more relaxed, productive, and alert during harvest.
Gen 4 Machine Sync utilizes the wireless connection of two or more Modular Telematic Gateway (MTG) 4G LTEs communicating with one another to maintain the set distance between combine and grain cart. A cellular connection is not needed for operation of Machine Sync harvest automation; however, harvest logistics information is only available with an active JDLink™ Connect subscription and In-Field Data Sharing. On the first use of Machine Sync the MTG 4G LTE requires a connection to the internet either via cellular connection or wireless hotspot to gain the appropriate authentication.
Gen 4 | Gen 4 Communication Method | GreenStar™ 3 2630 | GreenStar™ 3 2630 Communication Method | |
Harvest Automation | Machine Sync | Wireless from MTG | Machine Sync | Wireless through the Machine Communication Radio |
Harvest Logistics (including combine grain tank level) | Cellular through MTG | |||
Coverage Map Sharing | In-Field Data Sharing | Wireless through the Machine Communication Radio or cellular with the MTG | ||
Guidance Line Sharing |
Operators will see the following information for each combine in a network with an active JDLink Connect subscription and In-Field Data Sharing functionality:
Combine operators, once connected with a tractor/grain cart, control the tractor's speed and can nudge the tractor forward, backward, or laterally to maximize the filling of the grain cart.
Machine Sync guides an approaching grain cart tractor to a predetermined “Home” position for unloading. This is a unique home point for that specific grain cart tractor/combine. Individual home points allow combines, tractors, and grain carts to have different configurations (duals, cart sizes, unloading auger lengths).
When running with Gen 4 Machine Sync, keep in mind these basic principles:
Speed and direction synchronization can begin once the tractor and grain cart enter the area to the left of the combine. This area is known as the operational zone and is displayed in image above as the orange box. Wireless communication starts once the two vehicles are within range of one another. Once inside the operational zone, the tractor operator can engage Machine Sync by pressing the AutoTrac™ resume switch. The tractor travels towards the home point. Once the tractor reaches the predetermined home point, the two machines are actively tracking. The control of tractor speed and direction of travel is then given to the combine operator.
As the combine continues to harvest, the combine operator can engage the unloading auger, filling the grain cart. While synchronized, the grain cart tractor mimics the movements of the combine. The combine and tractor/grain cart continues to travel in a synchronized fashion until the tractor operator disengages Machine Sync. The tractor operator can do this by simply taking control of the steering wheel or manually changing speed.
While the combine and tractor/grain cart are tracking and unloading, the combine operator has the ability to make incremental speed and direction changes to the tractor in order to evenly fill the cart. Nudge buttons on the Gen 4 Display allow the tractor/grain tank to be nudged forward, backward, or side to side. These changes in relative position help ensure the full capacity of the grain tank is being utilized. Final topping off of the grain cart may require the combine operator to swing the unloading auger for final filling while synchronized.
S700 Series Combines provide the ability to utilize reconfigurable controls to set up nudging to be enabled via the hydro handle.
Enable faster decisions for a more efficient harvest by seeing the location of all machines in a field and combine grain tank levels. Knowing combine grain tank fill levels and location helps grain cart operators decide which combine to unload first. Minimizing wait time for a grain cart reduces the amount of idle time each combine accumulates during the season. Combines, grain carts, and semis can plan and perform at maximum efficiency with Machine Sync.
Operators will see the following information for each machine in a network with an active JDLink© Connect subscription and In-Field Data Sharing functionality:
Viewing shared coverage maps between all machines operating in the field allows grain cart operators to see what headlands have been harvested and if there are any areas that have been broken through that would allow for a shorter path to the combine.
John Deere Machine Sync is designed to be easily set up in nine steps:
Step 1 | Confirm machines are equipped with a 4G LTE MTG or install a 4G LTE MTG on each machine and is running 19-1 software |
Step 2 | Confirm each 4G LTE MTG’s has an active JDLink Connect subscription |
Step 3 | Install Modular Telematics Gateway (MTG) antenna kit on combine |
Step 4 | Update display software to 19-1 or newer on 4600 CommandCenter™ or 4640 Universal Display |
Step 5 | Install Automation 3.0 activation/subscription on 4600 CommandCenter™ or 4640 Universal Display |
Step 6 | Install Tractor Implement Automation – John Deere on tractors pre-model year 2018 |
Step 7 | Update combine controller software on S700-Series Combines to model year 2019 or newer |
Step 8 | Set up network connection between each unique pair of tractors and combine |
Step 9 | Begin experiencing Machine Sync automation |
First introduced with the StarFire™ 3000 Receiver, the StarFire 6000 continues to provide shared signal functionality when pairing two receivers with AutoTrac™ Implement Guidance, Active Implement Guidance (AIG), or Machine Sync combine harvest automation via the GreenStar™ 3 2630 Display or Generation 4 CommandCenter™ 4600 or 4640 Universal Display. Shared signal allows correction signals to be communicated between a pair of receivers, improving relative system accuracy and reducing the initial investment required to use AutoTrac Implement Guidance, AIG, or Machine Sync combine harvest automation.
Supported configurations:
Leader definition - tractor receiver for AIG, combine receiver for Machine Sync combine harvest automation
Follower definition - implement receiver for AIG, grain cart tractor receiver for Machine Sync combine harvest automation
NOTE: StarFire 6000 leader to StarFire 3000 follower is not a supported configuration.
Shared signal enables StarFire receivers to share information when paired using implement guidance. This allows a StarFire receiver using a lower accuracy to be used on the implement for an implement guidance system and taking advantage of the higher accuracy used by the machine receiver. The following table describes the accuracy expected from this system:
Machine receiver activation level | Implement receiver activation level | Overall system accuracy level | Relationship between two receivers |
SF3/SF2 | SF1 | SF3/SF2 | RTK |
RTK | SF1 | RTK | RTK |
RTK | SF3/SF2 | RTK | RTK |
Shared signal enables StarFire receivers to share information when paired using Machine Sync combine harvest automation. This allows the two vehicle receivers to maximize system performance during harvest. The following table describes the accuracy expected from this system:
Combine receiver activation level | Grain cart tractor receiver activation level | Overall system accuracy level | Relationship between two receivers |
SF1 | SF1 | SF1 | RTK |
SF3/SF2 | SF1 | SF3/SF2 | RTK |
SF3/SF2 | SF3/SF2 | SF3/SF2 | RTK |
RTK | SF1 | RTK | RTK |
RTK | SF3/SF2 | RTK | RTK |
Each machine in the network needs:
Tractors in the network also need:
Combines in the network may need:
NOTE: Gen 4 Machine Sync is only compatible of providing harvest automation functionality between the 4600 CommandCenter™, 4640 Universal Display or combination of the two displays. Gen 4 Machine Sync is not compatible with a 4200 CommandCenter, 4240 Universal Display or GreenStar™ 3 2630 Display or Machine Communication Radio (MCR).
This is the compatible equipment approved with the software update 19-1 release, and is subject to change with newer software updates. To ensure complete and proper compatibility, the most current version of implement control unit software, Gen 4 Display software, or compatible farm management information software (FMIS) should be used. Non-current software versions will require an update before support can be provided. Unapproved software version configurations will not be supported.
The software update 19-1 release is only compatible with 4600 CommandCenter™ v2 processors. Software update 17-2 is the last release that was compatible with 4600 v1 processors.
Server serial numbers are as follows:
John Deere Large Ag Tractors
John Deere Large Ag Tractors (list of all automatically detected machines) | Model year | CommandCenter™ display | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | ||
9R/9RT/9RX Series | 2018 and newer | X | --- | X | X |
9R/9RT/9RX Series | 2015 - 2017 | * | --- | X | X |
9R/9RT | 2012 - 2014 | --- | --- | X | X |
9030/9030T Series | 2008 - newer | --- | --- | X | X |
8R/8RT Series | 2018 - newer | X | --- | X | X |
8R/8RT Series | Mid-2014 - 2017 | * | --- | X | X |
8R/8RT Series | 2010 - 2013 | --- | --- | X | X |
8030/8030T Series | 2006 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
7R Series | 2018 and newer | X | X | X | X |
7R Series | 2014 - 2017 | * | --- | X | X |
7R Series | 2011 - 2013 | --- | --- | X | X |
7J Series | 2018 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
7030 Series | 2007 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
7030 Series (Large Frame) | 2007 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
6030 and 7030 Series (Small Frame) | 2006 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
6R Series | 2018 and newer | X | X | X | X |
6R Series (Final Tier 4) | 2015 - 2017 | * | --- | X | X |
6R Series (Interim Tier 4) | 2013 - 2015 | --- | --- | X | X |
6M Series | 2013 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
6J Series | 2018 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
5R Series | 2019 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
*NOTE: For latest Precision Ag functionality, update machines equipped from the factory with v1 processor to v2.
John Deere Nutrient Applicators
John Deere Nutrient Applicators | Model year | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | ||
F4365 High-Capacity Nutrient Applicator | 2017 and newer | X | --- | --- | --- |
John Deere Self-Propelled Sprayers
John Deere self- propelled sprayers | Model year | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | ||
4 Series Sprayers | 2018 and newer | X | --- | --- | --- |
4 Series Sprayers | 2013 - 2017 | --- | --- | X | --- |
4940 | 2012 - 2014 | --- | --- | X | --- |
4630 | 2008 and newer | --- | --- | X | --- |
4730 | 2008 and newer | --- | --- | X | --- |
4830 | 2008 - 2014 | --- | --- | X | --- |
4930 | 2008 - 2013 (SN 4000+) | --- | --- | X | --- |
R4040i | 2019 and newer | --- | --- | X | --- |
R4050i | 2019 and newer | --- | --- | X | --- |
Hagie™ sprayers | 2014 and newer | Compatible with GreenStar™ 3 2630 Displays and 4640 Universal Displays* |
*NOTE: When using the 4640 Universal Display on a Hagie Sprayer, additional mounting and harnessing may be required. Current John Deere/Hagie field kits only offer GreenStar 3 2630 Display parts.
John Deere Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters (SPFH)
John Deere Self-Propelled | Model year | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | ||
9000 Series SPFH | 2019 and newer | --- | --- | X | --- |
8000 Series SPFH | 2015 and newer | --- | --- | X | --- |
John Deere planters
SeedStar™ 4HP planters are only compatible with 4600 CommandCenter displays with a version 2 (v2) processor and 4640 Universal Displays. Displays should be running Gen 4 OS software version 10.10.404-390 or newer and the most current version of tractor applications to be compatible with SeedStar 4HP planter applications. Additionally, dual-display mode is not available for use with SeedStar 4HP planter applications, along with Gen 4 Extended Monitor.
The SeedStar 2 configuration below is available only on factory-installed model year 2011 and newer planters and may be field-installed on model year 2009 and 2010 planters. Green PM/PA controllers (factory-installed on model year 2009 and 2010 planters) are not supported with a Gen 4 display.
For John Deere dealers: the Service ADVISOR™ tool is needed to update SeedStar 2, SeedStar XP, and SeedStar 3 HP software. Documentation is not supported when using a rate controller to control row clutches on a John Deere planter.
John Deere planters | Control unit name | Software version (or newer) | CommandCenter display | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240* | |||
SeedStar 2 | Black PM1 | 22.0 | X | X | X | X |
Black PA1, (if available PA 2) | 22.0 | X | X | X | X | |
Green PM1 | 10.11 | --- | --- | --- | --- | |
Green PA1 (if available PA 2) | 10.11 | --- | --- | --- | --- | |
SeedStar XP | Black PM1 | 22.0 | X | X | X | X |
Black PA1, (if available PA 2) | 22.0 | X | X | X | X | |
PM2 | 7.0 | X | X | X | X | |
SeedStar 3 HP | Planter Main A (PCMA) | 5.0 | X | X | X | X |
Planter Main B (PCMB or MMC) | 8.0 | X | X | X | X | |
Row-unit Controller (RUC) | 2.0 | X | X | X | X | |
EPG | 3.0 | X | X | X | X | |
SeedStar 4HP | Planter Apps | 10.3.14-14 | X | --- | X | --- |
Planter Main A (PCMA) | 4.0 | X | --- | X | --- | |
Planter Main B (PCMB or MMC) | 4.0 | X | --- | X | --- | |
Row-unit Controller (RUC) | 2.0 | X | --- | X | --- | |
Electrical Power Generation (EPG) | 3.0 | X | --- | X | --- | |
Electrical Power Module, 2 (PC2) | 2.0 | X | --- | X | --- |
*NOTE: For implements requiring ground speed input (radar), utilizing a 4240 Universal Display may require an additional 4240 Radar speed kit.
John Deere Air Seeders
The C850 Air Cart requires a 4600/4200 CommandCenter Display or a 4640/4240 Universal Display. GreenStar 3 2630 monitors are not supported. Additionally, C850 Air Carts and AutoTrac Implement Guidance (passive) are compatible with software update 18-2 and newer.
John Deere Air Seeder | Model year/control unit name | Software version (or newer) | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240* | |||
C850 Air Cart | Cart Master Controller (CMC) | 12 | X | X | X | X |
Mini Tank Controller (TXC) | 6 | X | X | X | X | |
Front, Middle, Rear Tank Controller (TCU) | 6 | X | X | X | X | |
1870 Seeding Tool - TruSet™ system | 2017 and newer (IDC) | 5.0 | X | X | X | X |
1870 Seeding Tool - RelativeFlow™ blockage sensors | 2017 and newer (BMU) | 4.0 | X | X | X | X |
1910 Air Cart - ground drive | 2009 and newer | 3.0 | X | X | X | X |
1910 Air Cart - hydraulic drive | 2013 and newer | 8.00 | X | X | X | X |
Seeding tools with air-run blockage - primary blockage | 2009 and newer (BMU) | 12.0 | X | X | X | X |
Seeding tools with air-run blockage - air-run blockage | 2009 and newer (BMU) | 12.0 | X | X | X | X |
Member Module | 5.0 | X | X | X | X | |
1990 Central Commodity System (CCS™) | 2009 and newer (BMU) | 12.0 | X | X | X | X |
N500C Series | SMCA or SMC | 2.0 | X | --- | X | --- |
SMCB or BMU | 2.0 | X | --- | X | --- | |
EPG | 2.0 | X | --- | X | --- |
*NOTE: For implements requiring ground speed input (radar), utilizing a 4240 Universal Display may require an additional 4240 Radar speed kit.
John Deere Tillage
John Deere Tillage | Control unit name | Software version (or newer) | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | |||
AccuDepth™ cultivator | Implement Depth Control (IDC) | 11 | X | X | X | X |
2730 with TruSet | Tillage Controller 1 (TC1) | 1.65H8 | X | X | X | X |
2230 with TruSet | Tillage Controller 1 (TC1) | 2.74J7 | X | X | X | X |
2330 with TruSet | Tillage Controller 1 (TC1) | 2.34J7 | X | X | X | X |
2620/2630 with TruSet | Tillage Controller 1 (TC1) | 2.94J7 | X | X | X | X |
2720 with TruSet | Tillage Controller 1 (TC1) | 1.22H7 | X | X | X | X |
2660VT with TruSet | Tillage Controller 1 (TC1) | 1.01J8 | X | X | X | X |
*NOTE: For implements requiring ground speed input (radar), utilizing a 4240 Universal Display may require an additional 4240 Radar speed kit.
John Deere Round Balers
John Deere Round Balers | Control unit name | Software version (or newer) | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | |||
0 Series | Baler Automation | 10.07 | X | X | X | X |
9 Series Premium | Baler Automation | 7.16 | X | X | X | X |
V451R/V461R | Baler Automation | 11.5 | X | X | X | X |
John Deere Large Square Balers
John Deere Large Square Balers Including Harvest Tec applicator and PhiBer accumulator | Control unit name | Software version (or newer) | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | |||
0 Series | Gen 4 VT | 3.04 | X | X | X | X |
1 Series | Gen 4 VT | 5.07 | X | X | X | X |
John Deere combines
John Deere combines | Model year | CommandCenter | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | ||
S700 Series | 2018 and newer | X | --- | --- | --- |
S430 and S440 | 2017 and newer | X | --- | --- | --- |
S600 Series | 2012 - 2017 | --- | --- | X | X |
S540 and S550 Series | 2012 and newer | --- | --- | X | X |
T-Series | 2012 and current | --- | --- | X | X |
W-Series | 2012 and current | --- | --- | X | X |
70 Series* | 2008 - 2013 | --- | --- | X | X |
*NOTE: If using 4640 Universal Display, AutoTrac RowSense on a 70-Series Combine is not compatible.
NOTE: Competitive equipment may be compatible with 4640 Universal Display and 4240 Universal Display. For additional compatibility information, see AutoTrac Universal 200, AutoTrac Universal 300, or AutoTrac Controller in the Ag Sales Manual.
John Deere control units | Control unit name | Software version (or newer) | CommandCenter display | Universal Display | ||
4600 v2 | 4200 | 4640 | 4240 | |||
*StarFire 6000 Receiver | --- | 4.10J | X | X | X | X |
StarFire 3000 Receiver | --- | 2.32H | X | X | X | X |
*Modular Telematics Gateways (MTG) - 3G | --- | 21.03 | X | X | X | X |
*MTG - 4G | --- | 24.01 | X | X | X | X |
GreenStar Rate Controller | --- | 3.60F | X | X | X | X |
GreenStar Rate Controller Dry | --- | 2.11A | X | X | X | X |
*John Deere Rate Controller 2000 | --- | 1.12C | X | X | X | X |
*AutoTrac Universal 200 | --- | 2.30A | --- | --- | X | X |
*AutoTrac Universal 300 | --- | 3.22O | --- | --- | X | X |
AutoTrac Controller 250 | --- | 11933B | --- | --- | X | X |
*AutoTrac Controller - Deere | --- | 1.11B | --- | --- | X | X |
AutoTrac Controller - Raven | --- | 3.2.29 | --- | --- | X | X |
AutoTrac Controller - Reichhardt® | --- | SW 1.3 | --- | --- | X | X |
AutoTrac RowSense™ | RG3 | AKK15783E | X | --- | X | --- |
AutoTrac Vision | VGC | 4.01L | X | --- | X | --- |
AutoTrac Turn Automation | --- | 18-1 (FT4 iTEC tractors) | X | --- | X | --- |
AutoTrac Implement Guidance | --- | 18-1 | X | --- | X | --- |
Active Implement Guidance (VT) | Application 1100 | 2.71 T | X | --- | X | --- |
iGrade™ | Application 1100 | 2.71 T | X | --- | X | --- |
Distance Trip | Application 1100 | 2.71 T | X | --- | X | --- |
Gen 4 Extended Monitor | X | --- | X | --- | ||
Wireless Data Server | Wireless Data Server | 1.484.1 (Planting | X | --- | --- | --- |
Mobile Data Transfer | MyTransfer™ App | 3.8.6 (iOS) | X | X | X | X |
Connect Mobile app | Connect Mobile App | 6.0.0 or newer | X | --- | --- | --- |
Connect Mobile server | Connect Mobile server | 5.2.57-5 | X | --- | --- | --- |
Mobile Weather | Application 1120 | 1.51 V | X | --- | X | --- |
*NOTE: See additional information below.
StarFire Receivers
StarFire Receivers can be updated in the following ways:
Additionally, StarFire iTC Receivers are no longer supported with software update 2017-1 and newer software. StarFire 6000 Receivers require software version 3.80F or higher when used with AutoTrac Implement Guidance.
John Deere Operations Center
Gen 4 data is only compatible with the John Deere Operations Center.
Activations/subscriptions required for Wireless Data Transfer (WDT) and Data Sync:
To use RDA on a Gen 4 CommandCenter Display with a GreenStar 3 2630 Display connected in the same machine, GreenStar 3 2630 software version 3.22.1095 (SU2014-1) or higher is required (for 4600 CommandCenter Display and 4640 Universal Display only).
GreenStar Rate Controller and GreenStar Rate Controller Dry
GreenStar Rate Controller Dry is supported with display software update 2017-2 and newer. The 4600 and 4200 CommandCenter Displays and 4640 and 4240 Universal Displays support documentation and section control of up to five GreenStar Rate Controller units.
To update the GreenStar Rate Controller and GreenStar Rate Controller Dry, utilize a Gen 4 Display USB port. John Deere dealers can also utilize Service ADVISOR™. GDC 2.11A was the last software version available through Software Manager. GDC 2.20A has been available since spring 2015 and contains diagnostic language updates. This software can only be obtained through Service ADVISOR.
John Deere Rate Controller 2000
The Gen 4 Displays and John Deere Rate Controller 2000 can support documentation and control up to five operations. ISO controllers such as SeedStar on John Deere planters can be used with a John Deere Rate Controller 2000 that is documenting additional operations. Additionally, Gen 4 Displays can document shared sections with a John Deere Rate Controller 2000. An example of this would be John Deere Rate Controller 2000 used with a Raven Sidekick™ ICD direct injection pump.
For more information on Gen 4 displays and John Deere Rate Controller 2000 compatibility, please visit the John Deere Ag Sales Manual.
AutoTrac™ Vision
AutoTrac Vision Guidance Camera 19-1 software 4.01L is only compatible with RowGuidance 3 Controller software AKK15783F and GreenStar 3 2630 17-1 software 3.34.1345 or newer and Generation 4 18-1 software 10.10.404-345 or newer.
AutoTrac Universal 200, AutoTrac Universal 300, and AutoTrac Controller
AutoTrac Universal 200, AutoTrac Universal 300, and AutoTrac Controllers are for use with the 4640 Universal Display and 4240 Universal Display. Please see the AutoTrac Universal 200, AutoTrac Universal 300, or AutoTrac Controller Sales Manual for exact model compatibility.
ISOBUS implements
Gen 4 Displays are compatible with one Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF) certified ISOBUS implement; AEF-certified ISOBUS implements with Task Controller Section Control (TC-SC) functionality and AEF certification for TC-SC include sprayers, fertilizer spreaders, planters, seeders, manure applicators, etc. For third-party FMIS compatibility, reference the John Deere Operations Center.
A software update performed by an authorized ISOBUS implement dealer may be required to obtain compatible software. ISOBUS implements must be certified through the Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF) to be recognized by the Gen 4 CommandCenter display. Visit www.aef-online.org for more information; visit www.aef-isobus-database.org for an active list of compatible implements.
ISOBUS implements with VT4 are now supported by Gen 4 Displays. Gen 4 Displays still support older VT versions (example: VT2 and VT3). If an implement is not loading after updating to Gen 4 software update 2017-2 (or newer on 4600 CommandCenter v2 processors), it is recommended that the implement manufacturer be contacted to get a software version that is either VT3 or VT4.
Extended monitor
When using an extended monitor with equipment visualized in ISOBUS VT Viewer and applying VT run page modules to two run pages shown at the same time, the extended monitor’s VT modules will not update. To mitigate this, only view VT modules on one run page at a time.
Connect Mobile
For complete Connect Mobile compatibility, please reference Connect Mobile configurations.
Implements without controllers
Implements without controllers can be documented as a stand-alone operation or with a rate controller from John Deere. Additionally, multiple implements without controllers cannot be documented together.
AutoTrac Implement Guidance (passive)
AutoTrac Implement Guidance is compatible with SeedStar 3HP, SeedStar 2 and SeedStar XP.
AutoTrac Implement Guidance is compatible with C850 Tow-Behind Air Carts with software update 18-2.
AutoTrac Implement Guidance is not compatible with the SeedStar 4 HP planters for spring of 2019.
AutoTrac Turn Automation
To use the AutoTrac Turn Automation application, specific compatibility is required. AutoTrac Turn Automation is compatible with the following machines:
NOTE: Integrated tractor IMS must be turned off on 30-Series Tractors to use AutoTrac Turn Automation on the Gen 4. Integrated Tractor iTEC must be turned off on the following tractors to use AutoTrac Turn Automation on the Gen 4:
NOTE: If instead an operator chooses to use the machine’s integrated IMS/iTEC functionality, then AutoTrac Turn Automation and iTEC must be turned off in the Gen 4 Universal Display.
AutoTrac Turn Automation is compatible with SeedStar 3HP, SeedStar 2 and SeedStar XP.
AutoTrac Turn Automation is NOT compatible with SeedStar 4HP planters for spring of 2019
Camera compatibility
Voyager® cameras are supported on Gen 4 Displays. All other camera types are not supported.
Non-John Deere Precision Ag
4600 CommandCenter v2 and the 4640 Universal Display are compatible with the following RS-232 configurations with software update 18-2 and newer:
Machine Communication Radio (MCR)
Gen 4 displays are not compatible with MCR.
APEX™ software
NOTE: Gen 4 data is only compatible with the John Deere Operations Center. All Gen 4 activations are machine specific and cannot be transferred to a different machine. If not using WDT, an 8- to 32-GB USB is required to transfer data to and from the Gen 4 Display. Implement settings are display specific and cannot be imported or exported from the Gen 4 Display.
RAM is a trademark of National Products Inc. Hagie is a trademark of Hagie Manufacturing Company, LLC and similar to John Deere branded equipment, John Deere will support Hagie equipment. Reichhardt is a trademark of Reichhardt GmbH Steuerungstechnik. Sidekick is a trademark of Raven Industries, Inc. Voyager is a trademark of ASA Electronics, LLC.
Harvest is hectic as you focus on getting all the crop from the field to the bin within a tight harvest window. Using Machine Sync, you can focus more on grain harvest and grain quality and worry less about keeping the grain cart under the spout when unloading on the go. Gen 4 Machine Sync provides a solution to harvest stress by creating a wireless network between the tractor and combine to enable on-the-go unloading through synchronization of tractor speed and direction of travel with the combine.
In traditional grain cart operations, operators are focused on being in the right place at the right time. Previously, successfully unloading grain into a grain cart while continuing to harvest crop was complicated due to:
Gen 4 Machine Sync simplifies harvest for even the most experienced operators. It allows focus on harvest while reducing the tasks created by on-the-go unloading. This results in operators who are more relaxed, productive, and alert during harvest.
Machine Sync guides an approaching grain cart tractor to a predetermined âHomeâ position for unloading. This is a unique home point for that specific grain cart tractor/combine. Individual home points allow combines, tractors, and grain carts to have different configurations (duals, cart sizes, and unloading auger lengths).
Speed and direction synchronization can begin once the tractor and grain cart enter the area to the left of the combine. This area is known as the operational zone and is displayed in the image above as the orange box. Once the tractor operator engages Machine Sync, the tractor travels towards the home point and the two machines are actively tracking. The control of tractor speed and direction of travel is then given to the combine operator.
As the combine continues to harvest, the combine operator can engage the unloading auger, filling the grain cart. While synchronized, the grain cart tractor mimics the movements of the combine. The combine and tractor/grain cart continue to travel in a synchronized fashion until the tractor operator disengages Machine Sync. The tractor operator can do this by simply taking control of the steering wheel or manually changing speed.
While the combine and tractor/grain cart are tracking and unloading, the combine operator can make incremental speed and direction changes to the tractor in order to evenly fill the cart. Nudge buttons on the Gen 4 Display allow the tractor and grain cart to be nudged forward, backward, or side to side. To ensure the full capacity of the grain cart is being utilized, swing the unloading auger for final fill.
Machines must be GreenStar™ ready to be compatible with the AutoTrac machine kits. AutoTrac machine kits include the appropriate machine steering controller when necessary and AutoTrac-ready accessories. Display, receiver, and software to complete system sold separately.
Machines must be GreenStar™ ready to be compatible with the AutoTrac machine kits. AutoTrac machine kits include the appropriate machine steering controller when necessary and AutoTrac-ready accessories. Display, receiver, and software to complete system sold separately.
AutoTrac field-installed kits are now available for 6105R, 6115R, 6125R, 6140R, or 6150R MFWD Tractors.
These field-installed kits are an integrated guidance solution for John Deere 6R MFWD Tractors and are compatible with the GreenStar™ 3 or GreenStar 2 system components.
These kits contain all of the required hydraulic components and harnesses for field installation.
GreenStar display options:
StarFire™ Receiver and signal options:
AutoTrac field-installed kits are now available for 6105R, 6115R, 6125R, 6140R, or 6150R MFWD Tractors.
These field-installed kits are an integrated guidance solution for John Deere 6R MFWD Tractors and are compatible with the GreenStar™ 3 or GreenStar 2 system components.
These kits contain all of the required hydraulic components and harnesses for field installation.
GreenStar display options:
StarFire™ Receiver and signal options:
AutoTrac field-installed kits are now available for 6105R, 6115R, 6125R, 6140R, or 6150R MFWD Tractors.
These field-installed kits are an integrated guidance solution for John Deere 6R MFWD Tractors and are compatible with the GreenStar™ 3 or GreenStar 2 system components.
These kits contain all of the required hydraulic components and harnesses for field installation.
GreenStar display options:
StarFire™ Receiver and signal options:
AutoTrac field-installed kits are now available for 6105R, 6115R, 6125R, 6140R, or 6150R MFWD Tractors.
These field-installed kits are an integrated guidance solution for John Deere 6R MFWD Tractors and are compatible with the GreenStar™ 3 or GreenStar 2 system components.
These kits contain all of the required hydraulic components and harnesses for field installation.
GreenStar display options:
StarFire™ Receiver and signal options:
AutoTrac field-installed kits are now available for 6210R, 6190R, and 6170R MFWD Tractors.
These field-installed kits are an integrated guidance solution for John Deere 6R MFWD Tractors.
All required hydraulic components and harnesses for field installation are contained in these kits.
GreenStar™ display options:
StarFire™ Receiver and signal options:
The AutoTrac system reduces overlap, saving time, fuel, and labor costs. Whether breaking stubble with tillage equipment, planting or seeding, spraying or fertilizing, it reduces implement overlap by up to 90 percent. It also provides faster headland turns because the AutoTrac system takes the guesswork out of the return path.
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
When paired with a StarFire™ receiver and GreenStar™ display, the integrated AutoTrac™ machine kit completes the components that automatically steer the machine. This kit is tied directly into the steering system on the machine and, therefore, provides optimum accuracy. The steering kit components cannot be moved across machine platforms.
Key features of the integrated AutoTrac steering kit:
AutoTrac™ is an assisted hands-free steering system that automatically steers the machine through the fields. For some of the competitive sprayers, an AutoTrac Universal Hub will be required along with other attachments. For complete compatibility information, see the ATU look up tool.
AutoTrac™ is an assisted hands-free steering system that automatically steers the machine through the fields. For some of the competitive sprayers, an AutoTrac Universal Hub will be required along with other attachments. For complete compatibility information, see the ATU look up tool.
AutoTrac™ is an assisted hands-free steering system that automatically steers the machine through the fields. For some of the competitive sprayers, an AutoTrac Universal Hub will be required along with other attachments. For complete compatibility information, see the ATU look up tool.
Machine specific kits provide dealers with all of the hardware and harnessing to equip your 2410C or 2510H with dry applicator with AccuFlow Vortex Cooler minus: