iGuide
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
iGuide
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(This manual replaces OMPC21775)
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Contents
Page
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values........40-2
Safety.......................................................... 05-1
Getting Started
Useful Buttons and Icons....................................10-3
Setup
Implement GPS Offsets....................................15-10
Measuring in line dimension from
Operation
Integrating iGuide and iTEC Pro
Using Implement Receiver
Tuning Guide
Setting Up Vehicle Offsets..................................30-1
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips ..........................................35-1
Specifications
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values.................40-1
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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Contents
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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.
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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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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Safety
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
resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe
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
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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Operate Guidance Systems Safely
Verify the machine, implement, and iGuide are set up
correctly.
Remain alert and pay attention to surrounding
environment.
Take control of steering wheel when necessary to
avoid field hazards, bystanders, equipment, or other
obstacles.
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Do not use AutoTrac system on roadways.
Always turn off (Deactivate and Disable) AutoTrac
system before entering a roadway.
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Do not attempt to turn on (Activate) AutoTrac system
while transporting on a roadway.
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Stop operation if poor visibility conditions impair your
ability to operate the machine or identify people or
obstacles in machine path.
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AutoTrac and iGuide are intended to aid operator in
performing field operations more efficiently. Operator is
always responsible for machine path. To prevent injury
to operator and bystanders:
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Getting Started
Theory of Operation
Implement Harness(s) for receiver (quantity may vary)
Implement GPS Bracket and receiver
Compatible only with GreenStar™ 2 2600 display (GS2)
and GreenStar™ 3 2630 (GS3)
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iGuide is a passive implement guidance system which
allows a machine to be driven in such a way as to keep
the implement on its desired track. It is able to do this
with a StarFire™ GPS receiver on both the machine and
the implement.
Software and Settings:
Update StarFire receiver software.
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The following criteria are required:
NOTE: When updating the receiver software, only
one receiver may be connected to the CAN
Bus while updating the software. Software
updates for both receivers must be performed
at the vehicle receiver location.
Machine receiver (iTC only or SF3000)
Implement receiver (iTC only or SF3000)
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iGuide requires a second receiver installed on the
implement and connected to the machine’s Implement
CAN Bus through the ISO connector. The following items
need to be included:
Updated GreenStar display software
Machine and implement setup
Machine receiver TCM calibration
Implement receiver setup including offsets and TCM
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Hardware Needed:
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Constant power harness on machine
Front Extension harness
Center Extension harness (as needed for long
implements)
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calibration
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Other setup including AutoTrac™, Client, Farm, Field
and so on
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Rear Extension harness (as needed for tow behind air
cart)
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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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Getting Started
Making Implement Guidance Function
NOTE: Make sure AutoTrac is properly setup and
adjustments are completed prior to using iGuide.
Implement Guidance will work with pull type implements
only.
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.
The following criteria are required:
In iGuide mode, both receivers must have the same
receiver level (RTK)
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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
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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.
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would prevent operator from activating guidance)
Updated StarFire iTC™ software on the implement
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NOTE: Always verify implement dimensions are correct
when using the “out of box” dimensions from
the GreenStar display or Apex.
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 (3-pt)
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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.
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Balers
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Mowers and Mower-Conditioners that can swing left and
right behind the machine (unless using a fixed offset)
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Wide-swinging 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
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NOTE: iGuide will not support reverse mode, this
functionality is exclusive to AutoTrac.
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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.
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Original StarFire Receivers
NH3 Cart behind Air Cart
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NOTE: Do not mount the implement receiver higher than
4.0 m (13.1 ft.) for transportation purposes.
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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
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Accuracy
RTK system with iGuide is contingent upon the tractor’s
ability to effectively locate the implement. Therefore, if
the tractor is not weighted properly or wheel slippage
is excessive, the system’s performance and accuracy
may be degraded.
A GreenStar AutoTrac RTK Assisted Steering System
with iGuide may provide up to a 60% improvement in
implement accuracy versus a GreenStar AutoTrac RTK
Assisted Steering System without iGuide.
Stated implement accuracy improvement is the
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improvement in the total percentage of seed placed
within +/- 5 cm (2 in.) of its desired location, as
measured in field tests.
Accuracy is measured at the implement and may be
affected by various factors, including ground conditions,
implement performance, tractor performance,
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ballasting, and speed. The performance of the AutoTrac
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Getting Started
iGuide Activation
iGuide Order Number
GreenStar display Serial Number
GreenStar display Challenge Code
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See GreenStar Display Operator Manual for activating.
or call our Customer Contact Center with the following
items in hand:
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Useful Buttons and Icons
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
home page.
HOME Softkey
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Press the GREENSTAR Softkey to access GreenStar
applications.
GREENSTAR 3 Softkey
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Use the STARFIRE MACHINE Softkey to setup the
vehicle StarFire Receiver and start the TCM calibration
for this receiver.
NOTE: The machine receiver must be a StarFire iTC.
STARFIRE MACHINE Softkey
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Getting Started
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Use the STARFIRE IMPLEMENT Softkey to setup the
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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Press the GUIDANCE Softkey to input required
information on desired Guidance Operation.
Guidance Softkey
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Press the EQUIPMENT Softkey to define Machine,
Implement and Implement receiver offsets.
EQUIPMENT Softkey
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Use CANCEL button to ignore the changes made to this
page.
CANCEL Button
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Use ENTER button to accept the current changes and
get back to the last page.
ENTER Button
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Use Offset Toggle button to toggle lateral offset from left
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
B—Machine Icon
C—Implement Icon
D—Guidance Reference Icon
Guidance Screen Icons
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Setup
Getting Started
Guidance Setting—Tracking mode, Implement
Guidance Mode, and iGuide settings
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To make iGuide function, the following criteria are required
to be setup:
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).
Machine setup and offsets
Implement setup and offsets
Machine GPS receiver settings under StarFire softkey
Implement GPS receiver settings under StarFire softkey
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Setup Wizard
I— Guidance Check Box
A—Setup Tab
E—Resources Check Box
F—Machine Check Box
M—Implement Guidance Check
Box
N—Next Page
B—Summary Tab
C—Activations Tab
D—Memory Tab
J— Boundaries Check Box
K—iTEC Pro Check Box
G—Implement Check Box
H—Documentation Check Box
L—Swath Control Pro Check Box
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Setup
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Machine Setup
MENU >> GREENSTAR >> EQUIPMENT allows access
to MACHINE and IMPLEMENT setup screens.
MENU Softkey
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GREENSTAR 3 Softkey
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EQUIPMENT Softkey
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Setup
Machine Tab
A—Machine Tab
B—Implement 1 Tab
C—Machine Type Drop-Down
Menu
D—Machine Model Drop-Down
G—Machine Turn Radius
Input-Box
H—Turning Sensitivity Input-Box K—Record/Pause Button
J— Recording Source Drop-Down
Menu
Menu
E—Machine Name Drop-Down
Menu
I— Change Offsets Button
L—Enable Monitoring Without
GPS Check Box
F—Connection Point Drop-Down
Menu
NOTE: Machine name must be defined in order to
change offsets. All offsets will be saved under
the current machine name.
- Rear Pivot Drawbar
- Rear Pivot Wagon Hitch (for European use)
- Front Rigid 3-pt (not compatible with iGuide)
Machine Offsets—modify by pressing Change Offsets
button (I).
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The Machine tab is required to be populated with the
following equipment information:
Verify offsets correspond to the machine selected.
Machine Type—Vehicle type being used (Example:
Tractor).
Machine Name—Allows the operator to save
vehicle-specific offsets.
Connection Type—Defines how the implement is
attached to the machine.
- Rear Rigid 3-pt (not compatible with iGuide)
- Rear Pivot 2-pt
Machine Model—Model number of the vehicle being used.
For John Deere vehicles, model numbers will be available
from the drop-down list.
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NOTE: Machine Model is not required for iGuide operation.
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NOTE: Machine Turn Radius and Turning Sensitivity
are for use with iTEC Pro only.
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Setup
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Machine Offsets
Change Offsets
MENU >> GREENSTAR2 PRO Softkey >> EQUIPMENT
Softkey
MENU Softkey
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Press CHANGE OFFSET button on Machine Setup
screen.
Enter machine offsets:
GREENSTAR 3 Softkey
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CHANGE OFFSETS Button
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Setup
In-Line distance from non-steering axle to GPS receiver
(B) will be
Row crop tractors—rear axle
Articulated tractors—front axle
Track tractors—rear axle
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NOTE: Offset (B) for track tractors should be measured
from the receiver to the pivot point.
Offset Toggle button (E) toggles the receiver from the left
side of machine to the right side.
Verify that the correct connection point is selected and
measure from the center of non-steering axle to the
center of connection point (Example: center of drawbar
pin or lower links, except in the case of a rear pivot 2-pt
mount—measure to the pivot point of the implement
tongue).
NOTE: Offset (C) will change when the connection
point changes.
IMPORTANT: Offsets must be accurate because they
will be used to calculate the guidance
path for iGuide.
Machine Offsets
A—Lateral distance from
D—Vertical distance from the
GPS receiver to the ground
E—Offset Toggle Button
F—Non-Steering Location
Drop-Down Menu
center-line of machine to
GPS receiver
B—In-line distance from
non-steering axle to GPS
receiver
C—In-line distance from
non-steering axle to
connection point
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Machine Offsets—The machine and implement offsets
are important for implement guidance to function properly.
1. On Track machines, the non-steering axle should be
selected as rear axle.
2. Offsets B and C should be measured to the turning
point or pivot point of the machine. For example: when
turning machine, it usually does not rotate on the rear
axle but somewhere in front of the rear axle.
This dimension can be measured by turning the machine
in a fairly tight turn, such as an end turn. Stop half way
through the turn. Looking at the inside track and its
relationship to the tracks on the ground, determine the
pivot point of the machine. Vehicle ballasting and drawbar
load could affect these offsets.
Track Machines
X—Pivot Point
Y—Tractor Tracks
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Implement Setup
NOTE: The implement setup should be verified
before operating iGuide.
MENU button
MENU >> GREENSTAR >> EQUIPMENT >> Then press
Implement Tab
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Implement Tab
A—Machine Tab
D—Implement Type Drop-Down G—Change Offsets Button
B—Implement 1 Tab
C—Implement 2 Tab
Menu
H—GPS Offsets Button
E—Implement Model Drop-Down I— Change Widths Buttons
Menu
F—Implement Name Drop-Down
Menu
Press Implement 1 tab to get to the implement setup page.
For the implement setup, the following information is
required to be populated:
NOTE: All offsets including GPS offsets on the implement
will be stored to the implement name.
Implement Type (D)
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Implement Name (F)
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The name will also be the base for transferring
data to the desktop software.
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Setup
Implement Offsets
Press CHANGE OFFSET button on Implement Setup
screen.
Implement name must be defined to save implement
offsets.
Implement Offsets—Used to define the actual implement
position relative to the machine.
Control Point—The location around which the implement
rotates.
Enter Implement Offsets:
A) In-line distance from connection point to front of
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implement. On pull-type implements, think of this as the
tongue. This would be the distance from the connection
point to the first point of ground engagement (front
ranks of field cultivator, seed drop point on a planter).
For planters with a 2-pt mount, measure from where the
planter pivots just behind the 2-pt.
B) In-line distance from front to rear of implement. On
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ground engaging tools, this is the distance from the front
rank of sweeps or points to the rear rank. On a standard
pull type sprayer, this offset would be 0 and the sprayer
has nozzles at the same point along the boom.
Offsets
A—In-line distance from
E—In-line distance from
connection point to
connection point to front of
implement.
B—In-line distance from front
to rear of implement.
C) Lateral distance from connection point to control
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connection point for
second implement. Value
only needed if second
implement is used.
point of implement. This is the lateral distance from the
center of the machine to the center of the implement,
which will be 0.0 for most common implements.
C—Lateral distance from
connection point to control F—Offset Toggle Button
NOTE: Examples of equipment that will not be centered
include most split row planters with an even
number of 38 cm (15 in.) rows, (Examples: 1790
12/24, 16/32 CCS, 24R15 or 32R15) unless
using an adjustable hitch crossbar.
point of implement.
D—In-line distance from
connection point to control
point of implement.
G—A+B Documentation/Swath
Control location when in
use.
For the implements listed, it is required to enter an
implement offset dimension C on the implement
offset page. By entering implement offset
dimension C, iGuide will make the necessary
adjustments for the system to perform accurately.
D) In-line distance from connection point to control point
of implement. In many cases, this distance will be from
the connection point to the carrying wheels. For proper
turns, measure this distance with implement at the
height it typically will be at while in the lower position.
For planters with a 2-pt mount, measure from where the
planter pivots just behind the 2-pt.
E) In-line distance from connection point to connection
point for second implement. Value only needed if
second implement is used.
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Another example of this scenario is a planter
with a 2-pt hitch offset of 19 cm (7.5 in.) to
the right. This planter must have an offset
of 19 cm (7.5 in.) entered for dimension C
on the implement offsets page.
See MACHINE IMPLEMENT DIMENSIONS section.
NOTE: When using an adjustable hitch crossbar,
a lateral offset for the machine and
implement is needed.
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Setup
Change Widths—Used to enter implement width and
track spacing for guidance. Change implement width and
track spacing when changing implements. Implement
width and track spacing are independent of each other.
NOTE: IMPLEMENT tab will show HEADER for
Combines, ROW UNITS for Cotton Pickers,
and BOOM for Sprayer.
NOTE: Implement width may come from certain
controllers such as SeedStar.
Defining Implement Width and Track Spacing.
Implement Width and Track Spacing can be defined
two ways: enter the working width of the implement, or
enter the number of rows and the row spacing. To toggle
between these two, press the cm (ft)/(rows) button (A).
Implement Width cm (ft)/(rows)—enter total implement
working width or the number of rows and row spacing
distance.
Change Widths
This value is used to calculate total area when
documenting the operation.
A—Toggle Button
B—Implement Width Input-Box E—Row Width Input-Box
C—Track Spacing Input-Box F—Row Width Input-Box
D—Physical Width Input-Box
Track Spacing—Used in guidance for how far each pass
is from the last pass. It is entered the same way as
Implement Width. For “perfect” guess rows, this distance
will be the same as Implement Width. To ensure some
overlap for tillage or spraying, or to account for some
GPS drift, you may choose to make the Track Spacing
somewhat less than the Implement Width.
NOTE: Physical Width is not used for Implement Guidance.
There are certain value constraints to make Implement
Guidance work - refer to APPENDIX - Valid Configuration.
Physical Width—The actual width of the entire implement
when being used in the field when the implement is raised.
It is sometimes larger than Implement Width.
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Implement GPS Offsets
Press GPS OFFSET button on Implement Setup screen.
This button will only be active if an implement GPS
receiver is connected to the CAN Bus.
Enter Implement GPS Offsets:
IMPORTANT: Drive a vehicle forward and have
the vehicle & implement in a straight line
before measuring and calculating these
dimensions. This is very important for
accurate measurements.
IMPORTANT: Values must be accurate because
they will be used to calculate the track for
implement guidance and documentation.
NOTE: Minor adjustments to dimension B on the
Implement 1 GPS Offsets page can result in
measurable changes in off-track error performance.
When modifying this value, minor increment
changes 1 cm (0.5 in.) is recommended.
GPS Offsets
There are certain value constraints to make iGuide work -
refer to APPENDIX—VALID CONFIGURATION.
A—In-line distance from
D—Lateral offset toggle button
E—Verify implement fore/aft
and offsets in the StarFire
setup pages.
connection point to GPS
receiver.
B—Lateral distance from
implement center to GPS
receiver.
C—Vertical distance from GPS
receiver to ground with
implement engaged.
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Measuring in line dimension from receiver
to receiver
Dimensions "B" in Vehicle offset page = 55, "C" in
Vehicle offset page = 65, and "A" in Implement receiver
offset page = 135 in. In total equaling, 255 inches.
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Measure the distance between the vehicle receiver to
the implement receiver and then compare to the total
of dimensions "B" and "C" from Machine Offsets Page
(section 15-5), and dimension "A" from the Implement
GPS Offsets Page (section 15- 10). The physical distance
between the receivers should match the distance found in
adding these three dimensions.
NOTE: Measure from middle of vehicle receiver to
middle of implement receiver.
NOTE: For articulated tractors, the distance from
receiver to connection point is B subtracted from
C. (i.e. distance = "C" - "B" + "A")
Example:
Distance between vehicle and implement receivers =
255 inches
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Receiver Installation
Possible Mounting Location
A—Connection Point
B—Control Point
The mounting example diagram has a distance of 10 m
(32.8 ft) from the connection point (A) to the control point
(B).
with the maximum of 2 m (6.6 ft) to left or right from center
gives possible mounting location (dark shaded portion
in example diagram).
The minimum distance needed between the connection
point and the GPS receiver of 2 m (6.6 ft) incorporated
The ideal mounting location should be as close as
possible to the control point (B) on the implement.
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GPS Receiver Setup
MENU >> STARFIRE iTC Implement >> SETUP tab
allows access to StarFire iTC setup on the implement.
MENU Softkey
NOTE: The implement receiver will detect its position
automatically when it is attached to the implement
receiver application harness. If there is no
implement receiver shown on the CAN bus,
check implement harness connection.
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NOTE: Original StarFire receivers cannot be used on
the implement or machine for iGuide.
NOTE: When updating the receiver software, only
one receiver may be connected to the CAN
bus while updating the software. Software
updates for both receivers must be performed
at the machine receiver location.
StarFire iTC Implement Softkey
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The number below the text on the StarFire iTC Softkey
shows the serial number of the receiver.
On the StarFire Main page the receiver definition (Machine
or Implement) is shown in the headline.
StarFire iTC Machine Softkey
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Machine iTC Receiver
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StarFire iTC Implement—Main
A—Info Tab
B—Setup Tab
E—Correction Mode Drop-Down I— Height Input-Box
M—TCM On/Off Toggle Button
N—TCM Calibrate Button
Menu
J— Enable Optimize Shading
C—Activations Tab
D—Serial Port Tab
F—Correction Default Check-Box
Check-Box
G—Mount Direction Drop-Down K—Enable QuickStart Check-Box
Menu
L—Hours On After Shutdown
H—Fore/Aft Input-Box
Drop-Down Menu
Select Correction Mode to match the desired correction
mode. iGuide requires both receivers to have the same
RTK differential correction level (SF1 and SF2 are not
compatible with iGuide).
Select the correct mounting direction. The preferred
mounting direction for the implement is forward.
NOTE: Face receiver directly straight forward or backward.
See APENDIX—VALID CONFIGURATION for more
information.
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Enter the correct receiver height above the ground. To
measure the receiver height, put the implement at its
working depth (if possible) and measure the height. If this
is not possible, lower the implement to the ground, and
subtract the desired working depth to get the value to
be entered.
Example: 2210 field cultivator—Lower the implement so
the sweeps are on the ground. Measure the height from
the ground to the top of the receiver. Subtract the working
depth from this number and enter as the receiver height.
If the height measured equals 180 cm (71 in.) and your
desired working depth is 10 cm (4 in.), enter 170 cm (67
in.) as the receiver Height.
NOTE: Enter 0 for the Fore/Aft offset for the
implement receiver.
Hours After Shutdown— The use of this feature is
recommended when two StarFire receivers are connected
on the CAN Bus to prevent excessive battery discharge.
Set hours after shutdown between 3 and 12 hours.
For optimized performance make the Hours On After
Shutdown the same value as on the machine receiver.
Rear View Of Mast
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TCM Calibration
TCM Calibration
A—Implement with one main axle B—Implement with carrying
wheels at the front and rear
One of the most important steps in making iGuide function
at its peak performance is the TCM Calibration for both
the machine and implement. If the TCM calibration is
not performed correctly then a bias could occur in the
machine, implement or both. A bias is when the machine
AutoTracs down and back on the same path and the wheel
tracks do not line up. This can be caused by a poor TCM
wheels are in the same place as where the
left-hand wheels were.
NOTE: A TCM calibration should be performed
each time the receiver is moved to a different
implement or vehicle.
calibration or the receiver is not centered on the machine. Tips for a good TCM calibration:
A bias can be fixed by either re-calibrating the TCM or
entering a machine or implement GPS lateral offset.
Let the receiver warm up for 10—15 minutes, especially
if the air temperature is cold.
Calibrate on a flat surface.
Make sure the machine or implement are level with
respect to the ground by having proper tire inflation,
correct ballasting, and the same tire sizes.
Follow diagram example for proper rotation of
implement during the calibration process.
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NOTE: When checking for bias, turn iGuide to “none”
and use AutoTrac to check the machine bias.
If you need to check implement bias, use
iGuide. Use Straight track only.
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NOTE: When performing a TCM calibration on the
implement receiver, the wheels of the main
frame need to be in the same location after
turning implement around so that the right-hand
For more information refer to your StarFire iTC users
manual.
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Adjusting Lateral Offsets
If TCM’s have been properly calibrated and machine or
implement still cannot track on same line going both
directions, a lateral offset should be entered.
NOTE: Remember, when checking bias on machine,
use AutoTrac. When checking bias on
implement, use iGuide.
1. The offset will be half the distance the two paths were
offset and in the same direction.
2. When entering lateral offset for implement, enter a
GPS offset on GPS offsets page.
3. Remember, when looking at tracks on the ground,
machine and implement must be symmetrical. Tires
must have same spacing from center of machine or
implement.
4. Another way of getting the correct lateral offset for the
implement is to measure guess rows. This method will
work with the implement in the ground and will also
achieve good guess rows.
Before measuring guess rows, make sure row units
are correctly spaced from center of implement.
Make three adjacent passes (preferably in straight
track mode with iGuide on). Make sure passes are
long enough so system has time to become stable.
Measure distance between guess rows in the middle
of pass.
Lateral Offsets
A—Second Pass
B—First Pass
NOTE: Do not measure the ends of the passes.
NOTE: Wheels must be accurately spaced on vehicle
axles. This is critical for calibration accuracy .
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the Lateral Offsets 2 graphic and trying to get 762
mm (30 in.) guess rows. The guess row that is too
narrow (overlap), was measured at 64 cm (25 in.).
The wide side guess row was measured at 89 cm (35
in.). Therefore a 6.4 cm (2.5 in.) GPS offset to the left
(narrow side) should be entered in the GPS Offsets
page.
Lateral Offsets 2
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Guidance Setup
Guidance Setup
MENU >> GREENSTAR >> GUIDANCE softkey >>
GUIDANCE SETTINGS tab (A)
MENU button
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Select desired Tracking Mode first (refer to AutoTrac
Operators Manual). If Curve Track was selected, check
Curve Track settings.
Set Implement Guidance Mode (B) to iGuide.
Select iGuide Settings (C) to define Slope Compensation
and iGuide sensitivity.
GREENSTAR 3 Softkey
For information on Turning View, Turn Predictor, Lead
Compensation, Arrow Segments, and Tracking Tones
refer to the AutoTrac Operators Manual.
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A—Guidance Settings Tab
C—iGuide Settings
B—Implement Guidance Mode
GUIDANCE Softkey
Guidance Settings
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Slope compensation aids in helping drive the machine up
a hill to account for implement drift. It looks at the machine
roll angle and slope compensation value to determine the
amount to move the machine up hill. On a 5 degree slope
with a value of 2.54 cm (1.0 in.)/degree this will move the
machine 12.7 cm (5 in.) up the hill to compensate for
the implement drifting down hill. If the implement drifts
more than that, increase the slope compensation value.
If the implement drifts less than that, decrease the slope
compensation value.
Recommendation for use:
Unless the field is completely flat, the slope
compensation value can aid in keeping the implement
on line.
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0-2 degrees—Slope compensation may not be needed.
Recommended starting value 1.3 cm (0.5 in.)/degree.
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2-5 degrees—Slope compensation provides a moderate
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amount of machine correction and is recommended to
be turned on. Typical values of 1.3 to 3.8 cm (0.5 to
1.5 in.)/degree.
5 degrees and above—Slope compensation is
recommended to be on. Typical values can range from
2 to 7.6 cm (0.8 to 3.0 in.)/degree.
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A—Slope Compensation
On/Off
B—Calibrated Slope
Compensation Button
C—Slope Calibration Help
Button
D—Decrease Slope
Compensation Value
E—Calibrated Slope
Compensation Value
F—Increase Slope
Compensation Value
G—Decrease iGuide Sensitivity
H—iGuide Sensitivity Input
I— Increase iGuide Sensitivity
J— Machine Roll Angle
NOTE: Values above 7.6 cm (3 in.)/degree should be
used with caution. On a 10 degree slope with
a value of 7.6 cm (3 in.)/degree, the system will
try to move the machine 76 cm (30 in.) up hill
to compensate for implement drift.
K—iGuide Status Pie
Using the Calibration Feature:
Machine and Implement should be tracking on line with
iGuide activated. Do not perform the calibration during
line acquisition.
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If the current slope compensation value is more than 1.3
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Slope compensation (E) is an input field allowing for
manual adjustment of the slope compensation value and
shows current compensation value.
cm (0.5 in.)/degree difference, it may be better to enter
the value manually with the increment and decrement
buttons. If a large change is made, it could cause some
system instability until the system has time to react to
the large changes.
Adjusting Slope Compensation Value
Calibrations made at roll angles between 2-5 degrees
may not be ideal for larger roll angles and vice versa.
Slope Compensation can be changed by three methods:
•
1. Calibrate slope compensation by pressing (B). Also
see GUIDANCE SETUP for detailed information.
2. Use decrement (D) and increment (F) buttons to
change slope compensation value (E).
NOTE: You cannot navigate away from the iGuide
screen while calibrating slope compensation. Stop
calibration then navigate to other screens.
3. Manually enter Slope Compensation value (E).
Adjusting the value manually:
Adjustment for slope compensation using decrement (D)
and increment (F) buttons is 0.01 cm (0.01 in.)/degree.
When transiting to a hillside and implement error is
showing the implement needs to move down hill, slope
compensation needs to be reduced.
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NOTE: Average slope compensation range is 1.3 to 8.9
cm/degree (0.5 to 3.5 in./degree). If value is higher,
re-calibrate. If value is still too large, turn off slope
calibration. This can typically be seen on flat ground.
If the implement error is showing implement needs
to move up hill, slope compensation value should be
increased.
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When slope compensation (A) is checked, slope
compensation will be turned on.
NOTE: If upon calibration, slope compensation value
is above 4.00, calibrate again. Re-calibration
is recommended to verify a consistent slope
compensation value. If a consistent value is not
achieved, review the slope compensation guidelines
in the GUIDANCE SETUP section.
Calibrated slope compensation displays the last slope
compensation value created during calibration.
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The slope compensation can be calibrated rather than
manually entered.
1. iGuide must be active to calibrate
2. Calibrate at operating speed and with implement at
operating depth
3. Do not calibrate when
- Roll angle is less than 2 degrees
- Direction of roll angle may change
- On tight curves
- A line acquisition is occurring
4. Slope compensation may not be required on slopes
less than 5 degrees
5. Stop calibration after calibrated slope compensation
value stabilizes
Slope Compensation
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The slope compensation value has changed. Please
accept the new value or cancel the changes to keep the
previous value.
Selecting the “Accept” button may cause the vehicle to
move laterally.
Slope Range
Degree
0 - 2
Typical Value
Inches / Degree
Centimeter / Degree
~ 1.3
~ 0.5
2 - 5
0.5 - 1.5
0.8 - 3.0
1.3 - 3.8
5 >
2 - 7.6
If the new calibrated value is significantly outside these
ranges, you may need to recalibrate.
A—Previous Calibrated Slope
Compensation
B—New Calibrated Slope
Compensation
Slope Compensation
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10 Degree Slope Compensation
A—Up Hill
B—Down Hill
C—25.4 cm (10 in.)
D—Tractor
E—Implement
F—Desire Path
G—Implement Drift Path
Calculating Slope Compensation Manually
iGuide Sensitivity allows the system to respond to
implement errors. Higher sensitivity enables iGuide to
quickly react to implement error.
Too high of a value may cause the system to oscillate
around the intended path. Too low of a value may cause
the implement to react slow when trying to maintain the
implement on the guidance path.
A starting value of 15 is recommended. Adjust the
sensitivity in small increments until optimal tracking
performance is achieved.
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If the center of the machine and center of the implement
positions are 25.4 cm (10 in.) apart on a slope with a
roll angle of 10 degrees, the slope compensation value
should be set to 2.54 cm (1 in.) per degree (25.4 cm (10
in.) of drift divided by 10 degrees of roll angle). If there is
a 25.4 cm (10 in.) difference on a slope with a 5 degree
roll angle, then the value would be 5.1 cm (2 in.)/degree.
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Implement Error / Roll Angle = Slope Compensation
NOTE: Machine steer sensitivity may need to be increased
or decreased to keep the machine on the guidance
path. iGuide is dependent on the machines ability to
track accurately on the intended guidance path.
NOTE: Recommended adjustment in 0.2 cm (0.05 in.)/deg.
iGuide Sensitivity
iGuide Sensitivity affects how aggressively the system
responds to implement error. This function is similar to
AutoTrac steer sensitivity.
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Operation
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Operation of iGuide
MEMU >> GREENSTAR >> GUIDANCE allows access to
Guidance Settings and Shift Track Settings.
MENU Softkey
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GreenStar—Guidance
A—View Tab
E—Path Accuracy Indicator
I— Steer Sensitivity Input-Box
J— Set Track 0 Button
K—iGuide Status Pie
M—iTEC Pro Status Pie
N—iTEC Pro Enable Button
O—iTEC Pro Icon
P—Implement Receiver Location
Icon
B—Guidance Setting Tab
C—Shift Track Settings Tab
D—iTEC Pro Tab
F—Shift Track Left Button
G—Shift Track Center Button
H—Shift Track Right Button
L—Steer On/Off button
In order to operate iGuide, a valid setup must be available is pressed, the AutoTrac diagnostic pages will appear to
(see APPENDIX—VALID CONFIGURATION). AutoTrac
can be engaged when the “steering wheel” icon is visible
in the AutoTrac enable button.
indicate which items are not properly set up. Once iGuide
is properly configured, the steer on/off button will replace
the diagnostic wrench.
While in iGuide mode, machine and implement icons are
displayed in the perspective view. The implement will
When the AutoTrac diagnostic wrench button is selected,
the AutoTrac diagnostic page will be displayed. If the
have the guidance triangle. The error bar (D) at the top of valid configuration is not valid, select implement guidance
the page will display the error at the implement.
from the drop-down menu on the diagnostic page to view
implement guidance diagnostics.
Blue line—recorded implement path
White line—implement tracking line
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NOTE: For Line acquisition, the vehicle must be
within the 40% of the tracking width and
within 80 degrees of the line.
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For all other settings refer to the GreenStar Display
operator’s manual.
If iGuide is not set up correctly, the AutoTrac steer on/off
button will be shown as a wrench. If the diagnostic wrench
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Hardware and Software Requirements
5. GreenStar 2 2600 display must have iGuide and iTEC
Pro software activation
6. Drawn implements
In order to run iTEC Pro and iGuide simultaneously, the
following hardware and software are required:
NOTE: Please check the iGuide OM for a
complete list of supported and not supported
implements and applications.
1. Both receivers must be iTC receivers
2. RTK GPS signal level on both receivers
3. Vehicle must have integrated AutoTrac components
4. GreenStar 2 2600 display must have AutoTrac SF2
activation
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Hardware and Software Requirements
5. GreenStar Display must have iGuide and iTEC Pro
software activation
6. Drawn implements
In order to run iTEC Pro and iGuide simultaneously, the
following hardware and software are required:
NOTE: Please check the iGuide OM for a
complete list of supported and not supported
implements and applications.
1. Both receivers must be iTC receivers
2. RTK GPS signal level on both receivers
3. Vehicle must have integrated AutoTrac components
4. GreenStar Display must have AutoTrac SF2 activation
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Setup
2. Control point distance should be set for optimal iGuide
performance.
1. Complete iTEC Pro and iGuide vehicle and implement
setup as described in their separate Operator’s
Manual.
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Operation
GreenStar—Guidance
A—View Tab
E—Path Accuracy Indicator
I— Steer Sensitivity Input-Box
M—iTEC Pro Status Pie
N—iTEC Pro Enable Button
O—iTEC Pro Icon
B—Guidance Setting Tab
C—Shift Track Settings Tab
D—iTEC Pro Tab
F—Shift Track Left Button
G—Shift Track Center Button
H—Shift Track Right Button
J— Set Track 0 Button
K—iGuide Status Pie
L—Steer On/Off button
1. Tracking Mode—The operation of iGuide and iTEC
Pro will be available only on straight tracking mode.
2. End of Turn Performance
c. The dashed white line is the projected vehicle path
and is shown as a reference for the operator.
d. If iTEC Pro detects a collision with an impassable
boundary, both solid and dashed line paths will turn
red until the collision is passed.
a. When both systems are activated, the operator will
see two paths on the screen.
b. The solid white line is the implement path and
current guidance path.
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Using Implement Receiver for
Documentation and Coverage Map
NOTE: If you are not using iGuide guidance mode and do
not want to use the Implement Receiver position as
a reference point for documentation and coverage
map, unplug the implement receiver from the CAN
Bus. After unplugging the Implement Receiver from
the CAN Bus, the GreenStar Display will use the
Machine Receiver position as a reference point
for documentation and coverage map.
When using iGuide guidance mode, the documentation
and coverage map will use the implement receiver
position as a reference point.
When iGuide is not in use and the implement receiver
is connected to the CAN bus, the system will use the
implement receiver position for documentation and
coverage map purposes.
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Setting Up Vehicle Offsets
Vehicle Offsets
Offsets “A”, “B”, “C”, and “D” are critical for iGuide to
operate efficiently.
A—Lateral distance from
center-line of machine to
GPS receiver
B—In-line distance from
non-steering axle to GPS
receiver
D—Vertical distance from the
GPS receiver to the ground
E—Offset Toggle Button
F—Non-Steering Location
Drop-Down Menu
C—In-line distance from
non-steering axle to
connection point
Machine Offsets
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Receiver softkey.
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Setting Up Implement Offsets
Implement Offsets
Offsets “A”, “B”, and “D” are critical for iGuide to operate
efficiently.
Offset “E” is not required for iGuide.
NOTE: Offset “C” is required when using a non
centered implement.
A—In-line distance from
connection point to front of
implement.
B—In-line distance from front
to rear of implement.
E—In-line distance from
connection point to
connection point for
second implement. Value
only needed if second
implement is used.
C—Lateral distance from
connection point to control F—Offset Toggle Button
point of implement.
D—In-line distance from
connection point to control
point of implement.
G—A+B Documentation/Swath
Control location when in
use.
Offsets
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Setting Up Implement GPS Offsets
Implement GPS Offsets
Offsets “A”, “B”, and “C” are critical for iGuide to operate
efficiently.
A—In-line distance from
connection point to GPS
receiver.
B—Lateral distance from
implement center to GPS
receiver.
D—Lateral offset toggle button
E—Verify implement fore/aft
and offsets in the StarFire
setup pages.
C—Vertical distance from GPS
receiver to ground with
implement engaged.
GPS Offsets
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Offset “C” should match Receiver Height from Implement
Receiver softkey.
StarFire iTC Implement Softkey
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Check the GreenStar Display for correct in-line
distance between vehicle receiver and implement
receiver.
Measuring in line dimension from receiver to receiver:
Measure the distance between the vehicle receiver to the
implement receiver and compare with the sum of offsets
“B” and “C” from Vehicle Offset page and dimension “A”
from the Implement Receiver Offset page. The distance
between and the distance found in adding these three
offsets, should match.
Receiver Offsets
NOTE: When measuring distance between vehicle and
implement receivers, measure from middle of
vehicle receiver to middle of implement receiver.
Example:
Distance between vehicle and implement receivers is
647.7 cm (255 in.).
•
NOTE: For articulated tractors, distance from receiver
to connection point is “B” subtracted from “C”
(Example: distance = “C” – “B” + “A”).
Offsets:
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Offset “A” is 342.9 cm (135 in.)
Offset “B” is 139.7 cm (55 in.)
Offset “C” is 165.1 cm (65 in.)
Total: 647.7 cm (255 in.)
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Tuning Guide
Tuning Slope Compensation
Slope Compensation works as a look-ahead for the
vehicle. Slope Compensation helps aids in moving the
vehicle up the hill to keep the implement on the guidance
line.
Slope Range
Degree
Typical Value
Inches/Degree
Cm/Degree
1.3
0—2
0.5
2—5
1.3—3.8
2.0—8.9
0.5—1.5
0.8—3.5
Greater Than 5
A—Slope Compensation
On/Off
B—Calibrated Slope
Compensation Button
C—Slope Calibration Help
Button
E—Calibrated Slope
Compensation Value
F—Increase Slope
Compensation Value
G—iGuide Status Pie
0—2 degrees - Slope Compensation may not be needed
2—5 degrees - Use of Slope Compensation is
recommended to provide moderate amount of machine
correction
Greater than 5 degrees - Use of Slope Compensation is
recommended
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•
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D—Decrease Slope
Compensation Value
NOTE: If slope compensation value is above 4.00
after calibration, calibrate again. Recalibration
is recommended to verify a consistent slope
compensation value. If a consistent value is not
achieved, review the slope compensation guidelines.
3. Do not calibrate when:
- Roll angle is less than 2 degrees
- Direction of roll angle may change
- On tight curves
- A line acquisition is occurring
4. Slope compensation may not be required on slopes
less than 5 degrees
5. Stop calibration after calibrated slope compensation
value stabilizes
General Slope Compensation Guidelines:
1. iGuide must be active to calibrate
2. Calibrate at operating speed with implement at
operating depth
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Tuning iGuide Sensitivity
Tuning iGuide Sensitivity properly will ensure the system
responds quickly to line and heading acquisition.
iGuide Sensitivity works in a similar way as the AutoTrac
Sensitivity and will be different according to the soil
conditions, machine, and implement models. iGuide
Sensitivity is lower when soil condition is harder and is
higher when soil condition is softer.
A—Decrease iGuide Sensitivity C—Increase iGuide Sensitivity
B—iGuide Sensitivity
Input-Box
Adjust AutoTrac Steering sensitivity for the vehicle.
NOTE: For some platforms, such as four wheel drive
tractors, use a higher AutoTrac Sensitivity
for best performance.
Verify Implement Guidance Mode is set to “None”
Refer to GreenStar Display Operator’s Manual for
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process of tuning steering sensitivity
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips
- Make sure the offsets saved in Apex are the same
as when you measured the vehicle, implement, and
implement receiver offsets.
- If the offsets are the same, create a new machine
name, machine model, implement name, and
implement model. Then enter the measured offsets.
- Recalibrate both TCMs (vehicle and implement).
For best results, calibrate the TCM on a flat surface.
1. Implement receiver not showing up in the GreenStar
Display
- Check if Constant Power Extension harness
(PF90550 or PF90551) is installed.
- Check for latest software (version 2.3.1385 or
higher) on Implement Receiver.
- Check if receiver is receiving Switched, Unswitched,
CAN Low and CAN High power.
NOTE: If the problem still exists, format or use a
new data card. Then enter the correct offsets
for the vehicle offset page, implement offset
page, and implement receiver offset page.
- Check machine fuse panel for blown fuses
2. Implement GPS loses RTK signal more often than
machine receiver
- Check antenna on GPS receiver for tight
connection.
- Verify receiver has good line of sight to the base
station.
- Set machine to Vehicle Repeater. Only one
Repeater or Vehicle Repeater can be used for
selected base station ID.
NOTE: If keeping the measured offsets, create
a unique vehicle and implement name to
store them under. If unique vehicle and
implement names are not used, GSDNet
updates will overwrite offsets.
3. Implement Error is not reduced in a reasonable
amount of time
10. iGuide is over-steering on flat ground (less than 2
degrees)
- Incorrect machine or implement offsets.
- iGuide sensitivity is set too low.
- Verify Slope Compensation is off.
- Lower iGuide Sensitivity.
- Incorrect Slope compensation value.
- Engage iGuide closer to desired path.
- Adjust control point.
11. iGuide respond for lateral implement draft is too slow
- Verify Slope Compensation is on.
- Recalibrate Slope Compensation.
4. Machine or implement is “S’ing” around the line
- iGuide sensitivity is too high.
- Increment Slope Compensation value using the
increment button until the proper value is found.
- Raise iGuide Sensitivity.
- Steer sensitivity is too high.
5. Guess rows having a reoccurring skip/overlap pattern
- Calibrate TCM on implement and machine
receivers.
- Change Implement GPS offsets.
- Implement row units not properly spaced.
6. Reduced Accuracy
12. iGuide calculates a high value after Slope
Compensation Calibration
- Check if iGuide was active during the calibration.
- Check if calibration was performed on ground with
less than 2 degree of roll angle.
13. iGuide does not work properly with row crop cultivation
- iGuide is not designed to work on row crop
cultivation.
14. Poor performance on articulated tractors
- Verify if front axle has been selected as Non Steer
Axle and re-measure vehicle offsets.
- If possible, mount the implement receiver as
close as possible to the control point. Mounting
receiver too close to rear of machine may result
in less accurate performance. Mounting receiver
too far from control point may also cause poor
performance.
15. Points to Remember
Control Point— location around which the
implement rotates. This is typically the axle of the
implement.
- In iGuide mode, remember error on the display is
error at the implement. Error for iGuide may be
higher on the display than machine error was when
the system was in normal AutoTrac mode.
- iGuide may not perform as well in tight turns or end
turns as it does on more gradual curves; especially
on severe slopes when the implement is sliding
down hill.
7. Adjusting the Control Point offset (examples)
- If the implement consistently tracks inside curve,
increase control point offset.
- If the implement consistently tracks outside curve,
decrease control point offset.
8. Slow to line acquisition and S-ing when re-entering
passes at headlands
- iGuide is a reactive system and can only respond to
implement errors.
- Resume switch should be activated when making
the turn.
- System performance can be affected by several
factors on the machine and implement. Examples:
ballasting, tire inflation, hitch play, amount of
weight on the implement (seed, fertilizer, chemical),
second implement (air cart, tank), ground engaging
equipment in proper working order, and offsets,
values, and sensitivities in the GreenStar Display.
NOTE: Do not wait until implement is aligned to
push the resume switch as this may cause
S-ing at the beginning of passes.
9. After unloading data in Apex and saving setup back
to the data card, iGuide produces wide and narrow
guess rows
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Troubleshooting
- Always verify correct implement dimensions
when using the “out of box” dimensions from the
GreenStar Display or Apex.
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Valid Configuration
iGuide requires certain settings to be available and certain
offsets need to be within a defined range. If one of these
constraints is not given, tracking cannot be activated.
For a new, unknown implement, all offset will be zero as
a default.
General constraints:
Will not work with 3-pt implements.
Implement receiver installed and set up to be an
implement receiver.
•
•
Both receivers need to have the same differential
correction level (RTK).
•
The following settings and constraints are mandatory for
the machine:
Machine type and name selected.
Rear pivot connection type selected.
Distance between connection point and non steering
axle is larger than 30 cm (11.8 in.).
•
•
•
Implement Guidance diagnostics page 1
The following settings and constraints are mandatory for
the implement:
Implement type, name, and model are selected.
Distance between connection point and control point
shall be larger than 49 cm (1.6 ft).
•
•
Location of implement receiver is defined.
The distance between the connection point and the
implement GPS receiver needs to be larger than 201
cm (79 in.).
•
•
Lateral offset from control point to implement GPS
receiver shall be less than 201 cm (79 in.).
•
The following settings and constraints are mandatory for
the implement GPS receiver:
Implement receiver height should be between 50 cm
(20 in.) and 508 cm (200 in.).
•
A—View Drop-Down Menu
B—Information Column
C—Current Column
E—Previous Page
F—Next Page
G—Valid Range Column
D—Status Column
Implement Guidance diagnostics page 2
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Specifications
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
TS1670 —UN—01MAY03
12.9
12.9
4.8
4.8
8.8
8.8
9.8
9.8
10.9
10.9
12.9
12.9
Bolt or
Screw
Size
Class 4.8
Class 8.8 or 9.8
Class 10.9
Lubricateda
Class 12.9
Lubricateda
Lubricateda
N∙m lb-in
4.7
Dryb
N∙m lb-in
53
Lubricateda
N∙m lb-in
8.9 79
Dryb
N∙m lb-in
11.3
Dryb
N∙m
Dryb
N∙m
13
N∙m
32
lb-in
115
lb-in
146
N∙m
15.5
N∙m
37
lb-in
137
N∙m
lb-in
172
lb-ft
35
M6
42
102
204
6
100
243
16.5
N∙m
40
19.5
N∙m
47
lb-ft
23.5
lb-ft
29.5
lb-ft
27.5
M8
11.5
23
14.5
N∙m
29
128
lb-ft
22
N∙m
194
lb-ft
27.5
N∙m
55
lb-ft
M10
21
43
32
40
63
46
80
59
75
55
95
70
N∙m
lb-ft
M12
M14
M16
M18
M20
M22
M24
M27
M30
M33
M36
40
63
29.5
46
50
80
37
59
75
120
190
265
375
510
650
950
55
88
95
150
240
330
475
650
820
70
110
175
245
350
480
600
110
175
275
375
530
725
920
80
130
200
275
390
535
140
220
350
475
675
920
105
165
255
350
500
680
130
205
320
440
625
850
95
150
235
325
460
165
260
400
560
790
120
190
300
410
580
800
100
135
190
265
330
490
660
900
1150
74
125
170
245
330
425
625
850
92
140
195
275
375
480
100
140
195
245
360
490
125
180
245
315
460
625 1080
680 1150
850 1080
800 1350 1000
700 1200
950 1630 1200 1850 1350 2300 1700 2140 1580 2700 2000
850 1750 1300 2200 1625 2500 1850 3150 2325 2900 2150 3700 2730
850 1450 1075 2250 1650 2850 2100 3200 2350 4050 3000 3750 2770 4750 3500
Shear bolts are designed to fail under predetermined loads. Always
885 1350 1000 1700 1250 1580 1160 2000 1475
625 1290
665 1150
Torque values listed are for general use only, based on the strength of
the bolt or screw. DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or replace shear bolts with identical property class. Replace fasteners with
tightening procedure is given for a specific application. For stainless steel the same or higher property class. If higher property class fasteners are
fasteners or for nuts on U-bolts, see the tightening instructions for the
used, tighten these to the strength of the original. Make sure fastener
specific application. Tighten plastic insert or crimped steel type lock nuts threads are clean and that you properly start thread engagement. When
by turning the nut to the dry torque shown in the chart, unless different
instructions are given for the specific application.
possible, lubricate plain or zinc plated fasteners other than lock nuts,
wheel bolts or wheel nuts, unless different instructions are given for the
specific application.
a“Lubricated” means coated with a lubricant such as engine oil, fasteners with phosphate and oil coatings, or M20
and larger fasteners with JDM F13C zinc flake coating.
b“Dry” means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication, or M6 to M18 fasteners with JDM F13B zinc flake coating.
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Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
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Bolt or
Screw
Size
SAE Grade 1
Lubricatedb Dryc
N∙m lb-in N∙m lb-in
3.7 33 4.7 42
SAE Grade 2a
Lubricatedb Dryc
N∙m lb-in N∙m lb-in
7.5
SAE Grade 5, 5.1 or 5.2
Lubricatedb Dryc
N∙m lb-in N∙m lb-in
9.5 84 12
SAE Grade 8 or 8.2
Lubricatedb Dryc
N∙m lb-in
17 150
N∙m lb-ft
35
N∙m
13.5
N∙m
28
lb-in
120
1/4
6
53 66
106
221
lb-ft
20.5
7.7
68
120
194
9.8
86
12
22
106
194
15.5
137
240
19.5
N∙m
35
172
lb-ft
25
N∙m
26
46
74
5/16
3/8
lb-ft
13.5
17.5
N∙m
28
155
27
N∙m
44
26
44
32.5
52
49
80
36
59
63
lb-ft
N∙m
lb-ft
lb-ft
7/16
22
N∙m
34
20.5
35
26
32.5
56
41
70
100
lb-ft
1/2
9/16
5/8
25
35.5
49
42
60
31
45
53
76
39
56
67
95
49
70
85
125
170
300
490
730
910
63
92
110
155
215
380
615
920
80
115
160
280
455
120
175
240
425
690
88
130
175
315
510
155
220
305
540
870
115
165
225
400
640
960
48
67
85
63
105
190
190
285
400
570
750
990
77
135
240
240
360
510
725
950
100
175
175
265
375
125
220
360
540
3/4
120
190
285
400
570
750
990
88
150
240
360
510
725
950
110
175
265
375
535
700
930
140
140
210
300
420
550
7/8
140
210
300
420
550
1
680 1030
760 1300
1-1/8
1-1/4
1-3/8
1-1/2
670 1150
850 1450 1075 1850 1350
535 1280
945 1630 1200 2050 1500 2600 1920
700 1700 1250 2140 1580 2700 2000 3400 2500
930 2250 1650 2850 2100 3600 2650 4550 3350
730 1250
730 1250
Torque values listed are for general use only, based on the strength of the bolt
or screw. DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or tightening
procedure is given for a specific application. For plastic insert or crimped steel
type lock nuts, for stainless steel fasteners, or for nuts on U-bolts, see the
Replace fasteners with the same or higher grade. If higher
grade fasteners are used, tighten these to the strength of the
original. Make sure fastener threads are clean and that you
properly start thread engagement. When possible, lubricate
tightening instructions for the specific application. Shear bolts are designed to fail plain or zinc plated fasteners other than lock nuts, wheel bolts
under predetermined loads. Always replace shear bolts with identical grade.
or wheel nuts, unless different instructions are given for the
specific application.
aGrade 2 applies for hex cap screws (not hex bolts) up to 6. in (152 mm) long. Grade 1 applies for hex cap screws over 6
in. (152 mm) long, and for all other types of bolts and screws of any length.
b“Lubricated” means coated with a lubricant such as engine oil, fasteners with phosphate and oil coatings, or 7/8
in. and larger fasteners with JDM F13C zinc flake coating.
c“Dry” means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication, or 1/4 to 3/4 in. fasteners with JDM F13B zinc flake coating.
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Index
Page
Page
A
S
Valid Configuration.................................................. 35-2
Sofware and Settings ................................................. 10-1
C
T
Control Point............................................................... 15-8
G
Guidance Setup........................................................ 15-17
Track Spacing............................................................. 15-9
U
H
V
I
Implement Tab............................................................ 15-6
M
Machine Name ........................................................... 15-3
O
Operation of iGuide .................................................... 20-1
P
Physical Width............................................................ 15-9
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John Deere Parts
We help minimize downtime by putting genuine John
Deere parts in your hands in a hurry.
That’s why we maintain a large and varied inventory—to
stay a jump ahead of your needs.
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Precision tools and testing equipment enable our Service
Department to locate and correct troubles quickly . . . to
save you time and money.
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Training schools are held regularly to be sure our
personnel know your equipment and how to maintain it.
Result?
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Our goal is to provide prompt, efficient care when you
want it and where you want it.
We can make repairs at your place or at ours, depending
on the circumstances: see us, depend on us.
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