Page 2 - Introduction; Foreword
Introduction OUO6050,0000FB1 -19-10AUG10-1/1 JS56696,0000A39 -19-14JUN11-1/1 www.StellarSupport.com 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...
Page 3 - Contents; AutoTrac Controller—Raven; The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.
Contents Page Safety Recognize Safety Information ............................ 05-1Understand Signal Words................................... 05-1Follow Safety Instructions................................... 05-1Practice Safe Maintenance................................. 05-2Handle Electronic Compone...
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Page 5 - Safety; Recognize Safety Information
Safety DX,ALERT -19-29SEP98-1/1 DX,SIGNAL -19-03MAR93-1/1 DX,READ -19-16JUN09-1/1 Recognize Safety Information This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbolon your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potentialfor personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operatingprac...
Page 6 - Practice Safe Maintenance
Safety DX,SERV -19-17FEB99-1/1 DX,WW,RECEIVER -19-24AUG10-1/1 Practice Safe Maintenance Understand service procedure before doing work. Keeparea clean and dry. Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it ismoving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from power-drivenparts. Disengage all power a...
Page 7 - Use Seat Belt Properly; Do not use a seat belt if operating without a ROPS or cab.; Operate Guidance Systems Safely; To prevent injury to the operator and bystanders:; Use AutoTrac Controller on Approved Vehicles
Safety DX,ROPS1 -19-29OCT07-1/1 JS56696,0000970 -19-10MAY11-1/1 JS56696,0000615 -19-14JUN11-1/1 Use Seat Belt Properly Use a seat belt when you operate with a roll-overprotective structure (ROPS) or cab to minimize chance ofinjury from an accident such as an overturn. Do not use a seat belt if opera...
Page 8 - Safety Signs; Automatic Guidance System Detected
Safety Signs JS56696,0000A3B -19-14JUN11-1/1 Automatic Guidance System Detected This message occurs during startup on vehicles withAutoTrac installed. The master switch removes power from the EH Valve toprevent AutoTrac from being unintentionally activated. Themaster switch is intended for use on ro...
Page 9 - AutoTrac Controller; AutoTrac Accuracy; IMPORTANT: The John Deere AutoTrac system relies; General Information; NOTE: Operate vehicle at a speed you are comfortable,
AutoTrac Controller CF86321,00002B7 -19-05AUG11-1/1 CF86321,00002B8 -19-17MAY11-1/1 AutoTrac Accuracy IMPORTANT: The John Deere AutoTrac system relies on the GPS system operated by the governmentof the United States, which is solely responsiblefor its accuracy and maintenance. The systemis subject t...
Page 10 - AutoTrac Settings; Activity Monitor; NOTE: Activity Monitor will only operate if the seat switch
AutoTrac Controller CF86321,00002B9 -19-17MAY11-1/1 BA31779,0000232 -19-20JUL11-1/1 AutoTrac Settings A—View TabB—Guidance Settings TabC—Shift Track SettingsD—Tracking ModeE— Implement Guidance Mode F— General SettingsG—Curve Track SettingsH—AutoTrac Advanced Settings I— Lightbar Settings PC13709 —U...
Page 11 - AutoTrac Controller Troubleshooting; Direction can not be determined
AutoTrac Controller Troubleshooting CF86321,000035D -19-23MAY11-1/1 AutoTrac Controller Symptom Problem Solution AutoTrac Controller won’t activate.AutoTrac will not resume. Stop Code encountered See list of stop codes to find issue AutoTrac Controller does notappear on INFO or SETUP screens System ...
Page 12 - Diagnostic Readings
AutoTrac Controller Troubleshooting CF86321,000035E -19-28JUN11-1/1 Diagnostic Readings PC13826 —UN—28JUN1 1 GreenStar Diagnostic Readings A—View Drop-Down MenuB—Software VersionC—Hardware Part NumberD—Serial NumberE— Mode Status F— Total HoursG—AutoTrac HoursH—Resume Switch StatusI— Seat Switch Sta...
Page 13 - Stop Codes
AutoTrac Controller Troubleshooting CF86321,000035F -19-28JUN11-1/1 Stop Codes Stop Code Description Solution None Nothing has been checked yet Steering Wheel Steering wheel has moved to deactivate AutoTrac Press resume switch to re-activate AutoTrac Too Slow Vehicle speed too slow to use AutoTrac I...
Page 14 - AutoTrac Controller— Raven Calibration; IMPORTANT: John Deere 2600 Display will not operate; NOTE: Calibration procedure must be completed with a; AutoTrac Main Screen will appear.
AutoTrac Controller—Raven BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-1/21 BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-2/21 Continued on next page BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-3/21 AutoTrac Controller— Raven Calibration IMPORTANT: John Deere 2600 Display will not operate with AutoTrac Controller—Raven™ NOTE: Calibration procedure m...
Page 15 - IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before calibrating; NOTE: At any time during calibration, the operator
AutoTrac Controller—Raven BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-4/21 Continued on next page BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-5/21 IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before calibrating the AutoTrac Controller AutoTrac calibration should completed withoutan implement connected to the tractor to avoiddamage to the trac...
Page 17 - NOTE: Turning the steering wheel too fast or too slow
AutoTrac Controller—Raven BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-9/21 BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-10/21 Continued on next page BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-11/21 SID will start calibration. Do not touch the steering wheeluntil instructed. AutoTrac will perform a static pressuretest . A—Previous PC13391 —UN—20AP...
Page 18 - Select previous to return to SID calibration.; NOTE: It is important that the wheels are turned all of the; NOTE: An accurate center WAS calibration is critical to
AutoTrac Controller—Raven BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-12/21 BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-13/21 Continued on next page BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-14/21 Press and release the resume switch. The red “OFF” textwill change to green “ON” text when the button is pressedand back to red “OFF” text when the b...
Page 19 - NOTE: The WAS Center Value must be between the; Front wheels will turn automatically.; CAUTION: Calibration procedure will require; NOTE: You can abort the autocalibration procedure and
AutoTrac Controller—Raven BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-15/21 Continued on next page BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-16/21 Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right wheel stopsand select the tractor icon (D). Selecting the tractor iconwill complete the WAS Calibration process and navigateto the Val...
Page 20 - NOTE: Do not turn the steering wheel during the
AutoTrac Controller—Raven BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-17/21 BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-18/21 Continued on next page BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-19/21 To start the Valve autocalibration process the machinemust be moving forward at 1 to 4 mph. When the machineis moving at 1 to 4 mph press the resume ...
Page 21 - NOTE: Vehicle health test should only be completed; Failed Calibrations
AutoTrac Controller—Raven BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-20/21 BA31779,0000223 -19-04AUG11-21/21 CF86321,0000337 -19-23MAY11-1/1 During the valve calibration if the Stop button is pressedor the steering wheel is moved the user is given the optionto continue (A) the calibration or cancel (B). A—Continue...
Page 23 - Diagnostic Adresses
AutoTrac Controller—Raven Continued on next page CF86321,0000339 -19-28JUN11-1/2 AutoTrac Controller—Raven DiagnosticAddresses Diagnostic Adresses Select Diagnostic Address button and a list of controllerswill appear and controllers with diagnostic codes areindicated. Individual controllers can be a...
Page 27 - Enabling System; CAUTION: While AutoTrac is activated, operator
GS2 Display 1800 CF86321,000038D -19-01JUN11-1/1 CF86321,000038E -19-01JUN11-1/1 CF86321,000038F -19-01JUN11-1/1 Automatic Guidance System Detected Each time a machine equipped with AutoTrac is started,this screen will appear as a reminder of operatorresponsibilities when using AutoTrac steering sys...
Page 28 - GreenStar Run Page; NOTE: Some softkeys only appear when the; AutoTrac Steer On/Off – Enables and disables AutoTrac
GS2 Display 1800 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-1/23 Continued on next page BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-2/23 GreenStar Run Page Path Accuracy Indicator - Is a visual indicator of off-trackerror. The indicator consists of eight boxes on each sideof the off-track error box. The boxes will light up indica...
Page 29 - Shift Track Left
GS2 Display 1800 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-3/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-4/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-5/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-6/23 Continued on next page BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-7/23 Select the Settings button. This will give the operator theoption to increase or decrease the s...
Page 31 - Pan Map Left
GS2 Display 1800 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-14/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-15/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-16/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-17/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-18/23 Continued on next page BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-19/23 Pan Map Left PC10857LN —UN—14APR09 Pan Map Left Pan Map ...
Page 32 - Enabling AutoTrac
GS2 Display 1800 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-20/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-21/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-22/23 BA31779,000024B -19-01AUG11-23/23 CF86321,0000391 -19-01JUN11-1/1 Center Map – Centers the map on the vehicle. PC10857LT —UN—14APR09 Center Map Back to Run Page Softkeys PC10857LI —...
Page 33 - AutoTrac Status Pie
GS2 Display 1800 CF86321,0000392 -19-01JUN11-1/4 CF86321,0000392 -19-01JUN11-2/4 CF86321,0000392 -19-01JUN11-3/4 CF86321,0000392 -19-01JUN11-4/4 AutoTrac Status Pie The AutoTrac Status Pie is shown at the bottom of theRun Page as a quick diagnostic indicator. INSTALLED (1/4 of pie)—AutoTrac Steering...
Page 34 - Reactivating AutoTrac on Next Pass; NOTE: The Track Number that is displayed at the top; Deactivating AutoTrac; AutoTrac system before entering a roadway.
GS2 Display 1800 CF86321,0000393 -19-01JUN11-1/1 BA31779,0000240 -19-26JUL11-1/1 Reactivating AutoTrac on Next Pass PC8866 —UN—02NOV05 Tracking A—Track 0B—Track 1 South C—Track SpacingD—Off-Track Lateral Error E— Track Heading Error Once the end of the row is reached, the operator mustturn system to...
Page 36 - NOTE: AutoTrac Settings only appear on the display; Steering Sensitivity; —Allows AutoTrac users to adjust; Direction Toggle; Select the Layout Manager Button from the main menu
GS2 Display 1800 BA31779,000024C -19-01AUG11-1/5 Continued on next page BA31779,000024C -19-01AUG11-2/5 AutoTrac Settings NOTE: AutoTrac Settings only appear on the display in machines that are AutoTrac capable. Steering Sensitivity —Allows AutoTrac users to adjust the vehicle’s steering sensitivity...
Page 37 - In the layout manager home page select left region
GS2 Display 1800 Continued on next page BA31779,000024C -19-01AUG11-3/5 2. In the layout manager home page select left region from the drop down menu (A). PC13735 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Layout Manager Home PC13734 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Region Select 30-11 090811 PN=37
Page 39 - Advanced AutoTrac Settings
GS2 Display 1800 Continued on next page CF86321,0000397 -19-01JUN11-1/4 Advanced AutoTrac Settings To access the Advanced AutoTrac settings select theGreenStar button, select Settings Button, then selectAutoTrac Settings from the Settings home page. PC10857JN —UN—13APR09 GreenStar PC10857JF —UN—13AP...
Page 41 - Advanced Settings Help Information
GS2 Display 1800 Continued on next page CF86321,0000397 -19-01JUN11-3/4 Advanced Settings Help Information PC13716 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Line Sensitivity Heading PC13717 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Line Sensitivity Tracking PC13718 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Heading Lead PC13723 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Steering Response Rate 30-15 090811 PN=41
Page 42 - StarFire
GS2 Display 1800 CF86321,0000397 -19-01JUN11-4/4 Continued on next page BA31779,0000225 -19-08JUL11-1/2 PC13724 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Curve Sensitivity PC13725 —UN—16MA Y1 1 Acquire Sensitivity StarFire AutroTrac controller takes its StarFire Height and Fore-Aftmeasurements from the StarFire setup. To chang...
Page 44 - Trouble Codes; Diagnostic Addresses
Troubleshooting—GS2 Display 1800 CF86321,0000331 -19-23MAY11-1/1 Continued on next page CF86321,0000332 -19-23MAY11-1/2 Trouble Codes Select TROUBLE CODES button, a list of controllers willappear and controllers with diagnostic codes are indicated. Individual controllers can be accessed by navigatin...
Page 45 - Message center will display all active alarm messages.
Troubleshooting—GS2 Display 1800 CF86321,0000332 -19-23MAY11-2/2 PC8665 —UN—05AUG05 COMPONENTS AND SOFTWARE VERSIONS softkey PC8666 —UN—05AUG05 SOFTWARE INFORMATION softkey PC8667 —UN—05AUG05 MESSAGES softkey PC8668 —UN—05AUG05 DIAGNOSTIC ADDRESSES softkey PC8669 —UN—05AUG05 TROUBLE CODES softkey PC...
Page 46 - Guidance Alarms
Troubleshooting—GS2 Display 1800 Continued on next page CF86321,0000333 -19-23MAY11-1/2 Guidance Alarms ACI Communication Error No communication with vehicle steering controller (Steering Controller). Check vehicle for diagnostic codesand contact your John Deere Dealer. Turn Predictor Turned On Turn...
Page 47 - AutoTrac deactivation message; –Each time AutoTrac
Troubleshooting—GS2 Display 1800 CF86321,0000333 -19-23MAY11-2/2 CF86321,0000334 -19-23MAY11-1/1 Prescription Error Controller is setup to accept prescriptions. No controller prescription has been selected. Prescription Error Prescription rate is out of controller range. Controller Unit of Measure E...
Page 48 - NOTE: Diagnostic addresses are available to access
Troubleshooting—GS2 Display 1800 Continued on next page CF86321,0000335 -19-23MAY11-1/2 Diagnostic Addresses Diagnostic Addresses NOTE: Diagnostic addresses are available to access specific diagnostic information. This informationcan assist the John Deere Dealer in diagnosingproblems. Different devi...
Page 52 - Activating System; This will initiate assisted steering.; Deactivating System; Turning Master Switch to the OFF position.
GS3 2630 Display CF86321,000039B -19-01JUN11-1/1 BA31779,0000244 -19-26JUL11-1/1 Activating System CAUTION: While AutoTrac is activated, operator is responsible for steering at end of pathand collision avoidance. Do not attempt to turn on (Activate) AutoTracsystem while transporting on a roadway. Af...
Page 53 - Setup; section; IMPORTANT: Use AutoTrac Controller only on Ap-
GS3 2630 Display CF86321,000039D -19-01JUN11-1/1 Setup Advanced AutoTrac Settings The accept button (K) shall save and apply the currentsettings and return the user to the previous page. TheRestore Default Settings button (K) will set all settingsto the factory default value. See each setting for it...
Page 54 - Enter the height of the StarFire
GS3 2630 Display BA31779,0000226 -19-08JUL11-1/2 BA31779,0000226 -19-08JUL11-2/2 StarFire AutroTrac controller takes its StarFire Height and Fore-Aftmeasurements from the StarFire setup. To changethis information select the menu button then select theStarFire button. The StarFire main page will appe...
Page 55 - Tuning Recommendations; NOTE: AutoTrac Controller has been tuned to perform
GS3 2630 Advanced Settings Continued on next page CF86321,000027B -19-16MAY11-1/2 Tuning Recommendations NOTE: AutoTrac Controller has been tuned to perform very well in most field conditions using thevariety of implements encountered by AutoTrac.However, for those conditions outside of normal,we ha...
Page 57 - Recommended Tuning Settings; Most Common Conditions; Adjust Steering Response; Aggressive S-ing Motion—; The two main
GS3 2630 Advanced Settings CF86321,000027C -19-16MAY11-1/1 Recommended Tuning Settings Settings Factory Defaults Min Value Max Value Excessive Wheel Motion Aggressive S-ing Motion Lazy S-ing Motion Overall SteeringSensitivity 70 50 200 100 100 100 Line SensitivityHeading 100 50 200 100-Decrease asne...
Page 58 - Optimizing AutoTrac Controller Performance
GS3 2630 Advanced Settings Continued on next page CF86321,000027D -19-16MAY11-1/9 Optimizing AutoTrac Controller Performance When operating in curves, start with the curve sensitivityequal to the optimized acquire sensitivity. These default settings are a good starting point for mostconditions. Each...
Page 60 - Steering response Rate; Activate AutoTrac Controller and observe performance.
GS3 2630 Advanced Settings CF86321,000027D -19-16MAY11-4/9 Continued on next page CF86321,000027D -19-16MAY11-5/9 Steering response Rate Adjusts the rate of vehicle steering in order to maintaintracking performance. Increasing steering responsivenessgenerally results in better tracking performance. ...
Page 61 - Step 2: Optimize Acquire Sensitivity; Step 3: Optimize Line Sensitivity; A: Line Sensitivity—Tracking; NOTE: Line Sensitivities work together—If both are set too
GS3 2630 Advanced Settings CF86321,000027D -19-16MAY11-6/9 Continued on next page CF86321,000027D -19-16MAY11-7/9 Step 2: Optimize Acquire Sensitivity PC8797 —UN—21FEB06 Acquire Sensitivity Too Low PC8796 —UN—21FEB06 Acquire Sensitivity Too High • Tune speed by operating parallel to and 1.2 m (4 ft)...
Page 62 - Tune Curve Sensitivity while operating in Curve Track
GS3 2630 Advanced Settings CF86321,000027D -19-16MAY11-8/9 CF86321,000027D -19-16MAY11-9/9 Curve Sensitivity Determines how aggressively AutoTrac responds to acurve in the track. This setting affects performance incurve track guidance only. Higher settings: Turns the vehicle in a smaller radius(tigh...
Page 63 - NOTE: When increasing Line Sensitivity Heading and; Troubleshooting
GS3 2630 Advanced Settings CF86321,000027E -19-16MAY11-1/1 CF86321,000027F -19-16MAY11-1/1 Tuning Tips, Tricks, and Precautions • High Speed/Loose Soil Conditions - Tip 1: The main goal with AutoTrac is to minimize off-track error. In many conditions the best results areobtained as the production sy...
Page 65 - Specifications; Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Specifications DX,TORQ2 -19-12JAN11-1/1 Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values TS1670 —UN—01MAY03 4.8 4.8 8.8 9.8 10.9 12.9 12.9 12.9 12.9 10.9 9.8 8.8 4.8 Class 4.8 Class 8.8 or 9.8 Class 10.9 Class 12.9 Bolt or Screw Size Lubricated a Dry b Lubricated a Dry b Lubricated a Dry b Lubricated a Dry b N·m...
Page 66 - EC Declaration of Conformity
Specifications BA31779,0000249 -19-01AUG11-1/1 EC Declaration of Conformity Deere & Company Moline, Illinois U.S.A. The person named below declares that Product: AutoTrac™ Controller fulfills all relevant provisions and essential requirements of the following directives: Directive Number Certifi...
Page 67 - Index
Index Page A Acquire Sensitivity ...................................................... 45-6Acquired Sensitivity .................................................... 40-4Addresses Diagnostics .................................................... 35-1, 35-5 Advanced Settings..............................
Page 69 - John Deere Service Literature Available; Technical Information; to order using a credit card. Search
John Deere Service Literature Available DX,SERVLIT -19-31JUL03-1/1 Technical Information Technical information can be purchased from John Deere.Some of this information is available in electronic media,such as CD-ROM disks, and in printed form. There aremany ways to order. Contact your John Deere de...
Page 71 - John Deere Service Keeps You On Job; John Deere Is At Your Service; CUSTOMER SATISFACTION is important to John Deere.
John Deere Service Keeps You On Job DX,IBC,2 -19-02APR02-1/1 John Deere Is At Your Service CUSTOMER SATISFACTION is important to John Deere. Our dealers strive to provide you with prompt, efficientparts and service: –Maintenance and service parts to support yourequipment. –Trained service technician...