Operator'S Manual John Deere Autotrac Controller

DCY
John Deere AutoTrac™

Controller
*OMPFP12060*
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
John Deere AutoTrac Controller
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Foreword
This John Deere AutoTrac Controller Operator's Manual result in personal injury or equipment damage. These
is to be used with the Guidance Operator's Manual. manuals may also be available in other languages. (See
your John Deere dealer to order.)
READ BOTH MANUALS carefully to learn how to operate
and service your system correctly. Failure to do so could
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Contents
Page Page
Safety StarFire ..............................................................30-2

Recognize Safety Information ............................05-1 Setup ..................................................................30-3
Understand Signal Words...................................05-1 Tuning Tips, Tricks, and Precautions................30-10
Follow Safety Instructions...................................05-1 Troubleshooting................................................ 30-11
Practice Safe Maintenance.................................05-2
Handle Electronic Components and Troubleshooting—GS2 2600 and GS3 2630
Brackets Safely ..............................................05-2 Displays
Operate Guidance Systems Safely ....................05-3 Guidance Alarms ................................................35-1
Use Seat Belt Properly .......................................05-3 Diagnostic Addresses.........................................35-2
Use AutoTrac Controller on Approved Vehicles ..05-3 Trouble Codes ....................................................35-3
Inspect AccuGuide PressureTrans- Trouble Code Pop-Up Boxes—Guid-
ducer Valve for Leaks.....................................05-4 ance Software ................................................35-4
Safety Signs GS2 Display 1800

Automatic Guidance System Detected...............10-1 Start-Up Screen..................................................40-1
Enabling System.................................................40-1
John Deere AutoTrac Controller Activating System ...............................................40-1
AutoTrac Accuracy .............................................15-1 GreenStar Run Page ..........................................40-2
General Information............................................15-1 Enabling AutoTrac ..............................................40-6
AutoTrac Controller Compatibility.......................15-2 AutoTrac Status Pie............................................40-7
Master Switch .....................................................15-2 Reactivating AutoTrac on Next Pass..................40-8
AutoTrac Settings ...............................................15-3 Deactivating AutoTrac ........................................40-8
Activity Monitor ...................................................15-4 StarFire ..............................................................40-9
AutoTrac Controller Calibration ..........................15-5 Guidance Settings ............................................40-10
Wheel Angle Sensor Calibration.........................15-6 AutoTrac Settings ............................................. 40-11
Valve Calibration.................................................15-9 Advanced AutoTrac Settings ............................40-12
Failed Calibrations............................................ 15-11
Necessary Conditions for Activating AutoTrac ..15-12 Troubleshooting—GS2 Display 1800
Trouble Codes ....................................................45-1
John Deere AutoTrac Controller Troubleshooting Diagnostic Addresses.........................................45-1
AutoTrac Controller ............................................20-1 Guidance Alarms ................................................45-3
Diagnostic Readings...........................................20-2 AutoTrac Deactivation Message.........................45-4
AutoTrac Controller Diagnostic Trouble Codes ..20-3 Diagnostic Addresses.........................................45-5
Stop Codes.........................................................20-5
Specifications
GS3 Display 2630 EC Declaration of Conformity .............................50-1
Automatic Guidance System Detected...............25-1
Enabling System.................................................25-1
Activating System ...............................................25-1
Deactivating System...........................................25-2
StarFire ..............................................................25-2
AutoTrac Setup...................................................25-3
GS2 Display 2600

AutoTrac Detected..............................................30-1
Enabling System.................................................30-1
Activating System ...............................................30-1
Deactivating System...........................................30-2
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 © 2012
DEERE & COMPANY
Moline, Illinois
All rights reserved.
A John Deere ILLUSTRUCTION ® Manual
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Safety
Recognize Safety Information
This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol
on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential
for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating
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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
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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
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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.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and need
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the
assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.
function and/or safety and affect machine life.
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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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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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Safety
Operate Guidance Systems Safely • Verify the machine, implement, and guidance system
are set up correctly.
Do not use guidance systems on roadways. Always turn - If using iTEC Pro, verify accurate boundaries have
off (disable) guidance systems before entering a roadway. been defined.
Do not attempt to turn on (activate) a guidance system - If using Machine Sync, verify the follower’s home
while transporting on a roadway. point is calibrated with sufficient space between the
Guidance systems are intended to aid the operator in vehicles.
performing field operations more efficiently. The operator • Remain alert and pay attention to the surrounding
is always responsible for the machine path. Guidance environment.
systems do not automatically detect or prevent collisions • Take control of the steering wheel, when necessary, to
with obstacles or other machines. avoid field hazards, bystanders, equipment, or other
obstacles.
Guidance Systems include any application that automates • Stop operation if poor visibility conditions impair your
vehicle steering. This includes, but may not be limited ability to operate the machine or identify people or
to, AutoTrac, iGuide, iTEC Pro, ATU, RowSense, and obstacles in the machine path.
Machine Sync. • Consider field conditions, visibility, and vehicle
configuration when selecting vehicle speed.
To prevent injury to the operator and bystanders:
• Never get on or off a moving vehicle.
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Use Seat Belt Properly

Use a seat belt when you operate with a roll-over
protective structure (ROPS) or cab to minimize chance of
injury from an accident such as an overturn.
Do not use a seat belt if operating without a ROPS or cab.
Replace entire seat belt if mounting hardware, buckle,
belt, or retractor show signs of damage.
Inspect seat belt and mounting hardware at least
once a year. Look for signs of loose hardware or belt
damage, such as cuts, fraying, extreme or unusual wear,
discoloration, or abrasion. Replace only with replacement
parts approved for your machine. See your John Deere
dealer.
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Use AutoTrac Controller on Approved Vehicles

Use AutoTrac Controller only on Approved Vehicles—see will receive a time-out warning 15 seconds before
StellarSupport.Deere.com for list of approved vehicles. AutoTrac deactivates. Pressing Resume will reset activity
monitor timer.
When activity monitor is selected, AutoTrac Controller
looks for operator activity every seven minutes. Operator
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Safety
Inspect AccuGuide Pressure

Transducer Valve for Leaks
Regularly inspect the AccuGuide Pressure Transducer
Valve for leaks. Hydraulic oil leaking from this valve may
result in steering wheel motion not deactivating AutoTrac.
Consult your dealer if leaks are found.
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AccuGuide Pressure Transducer Valve
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Safety Signs
Automatic Guidance System Detected
Each time a machine equipped with AutoTrac is started,
this screen will appear as a reminder of operator
responsibilities when using AutoTrac steering system.
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Automatic Guidance
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AutoTrac Accuracy • Implement is setup to run properly (wear parts such
as shanks, shovels, and sweeps are in good working
IMPORTANT: The AutoTrac system relies on the GPS condition and correctly spaced).
system operated by the government of the
United States, which is solely responsible for
• Understand how field/soil conditions affect system
(loose soil requires more steering than firm soil, but firm
its accuracy and maintenance. The system is soil can cause uneven draft loads).
subject to changes that could affect accuracy
and performance of all GPS equipment. See the AUTOTRAC SYSTEM ACCURACY section
in DIAGNOSTICS section of this manual for more
The overall AutoTrac system accuracy is dependent upon information.
many variables. The equation looks like:
IMPORTANT: Although AutoTrac system can be
AutoTrac System Accuracy = Signal accuracy + Vehicle activated when SF2 (or SF1 if using AutoTrac
Setup + Implement Setup + Field/Soil Conditions. SF1 activation) correction signal is confirmed,
system accuracy may continue to increase
It is very important to remember: after powering up system.
• Receiver has to go through a warm-up period after AutoTrac SF2 activation will operate on a SF1, SF2, or
starting.
• Vehicle is setup properly (ballasted according to vehicle RTK signal.
operator manual, etc.) AutoTrac SF1 activation will operate on a SF1 signal only.
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General Information
All operators must be familiar with AutoTrac system and

operating characteristics prior to operation. The following Always be prepared to resume manual control if AutoTrac
is a suggested procedure for operator to become familiar does not perform expected maneuvers or machine course
with system: must be changed to avoid injury or property damage.
Operator can regain manual steering by turning steering
1. Read and understand Operators Manual for GreenStar wheel or Disabling AutoTrac by turning Steer off on
Guidance—Parallel Tracking and AutoTrac Assisted display. It is recommended practice to be as close as
Steering Systems. possible to desired track prior to activating AutoTrac. This
will ensure correct track and direction are acquired.
2. Choose an open area free of hazards (ditches,
buildings, etc.). The AutoTrac basic system is intended to be used as
an assistance tool to mechanical markers on planters.
3. Set Track Spacing to 92.0 meters (300 ft). Operator must evaluate overall system accuracy to
4. Set a Track 0 (A—B Line). determine specific field operations where assisted
steering may be used. This evaluation is necessary
NOTE: Operate vehicle at a speed you are comfortable, because accuracy required for various field operations
recommend less than 8 km/h (5 mph). may differ depending on farming operation. Because
AutoTrac uses StarFire differential correction network
5. Enable AutoTrac on display by turning Steer ON. along with Global Positioning System (GPS), slight shifts
in position may occur over time.
6. Press Resume switch to activate AutoTrac. (See
Activating system later in this section). To operate AutoTrac operator must set track 0 (similar to
parallel tracking) and all tracks are drawn parallel to track
7. After driving a short distance, then turn steering wheel 0 using track spacing.
to turn vehicle off track to deactivate AutoTrac. (See
Deactivating System later in this section). The AutoTrac system operating status can exist at four
levels: INSTALLED, CONFIGURED, ENABLED, and
8. Practice Activating AutoTrac at different distances ACTIVATED.
before and after crossing track and at different angles.
Increase and decrease speeds to simulate different After enabling AutoTrac (see Enabling AutoTrac),
operating conditions. AutoTrac is activated by pressing resume switch
on armrest (see Activating AutoTrac). To return to
9. Reduce Track Spacing to acquire multiple tracks and manual steering, operator must deactivate system (see
continue practicing activating AutoTrac at different Deactivating System).
angles and varying speeds to understand how
AutoTrac behaves under different conditions. If required track can be shifted left, right or centered using
shift track feature on display. (See Shift Track).
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AutoTrac Controller Compatibility

AutoTrac Controller Compatibility
Case™ MX™ Magnum™ 215
For a complete list of compatible machines please visit AccuGuide™ Ready (MY2006 to 245
www.StellarSupport.com. MY2010)
275
305
Case™ MX™ Magnum™ 335
AccuGuide™ Ready (MY2008 to
MY2010)
New Holland® TG IntelliSteer™ 215
Ready (MY2006 to MY2010) 245
275
305
New Holland® IntelliSteer™ T8010
Ready (MY2008 to MY2010) T8020
T8030
T8040
T8050
AFS AccuGuide, Case, Magnum, MX, New Holland, and IntelliSteer

are U.S.-registered trademarks of CNH Global
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Master Switch
If present, machine manufacturer supplied Master Switch
must be set to the ON position (B) to activate AutoTrac
components.
A—OFF Position B—ON Position
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Master Switch
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AutoTrac Settings
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A—View Tab C—ShiftTrack Settings E—Implement Guidance Mode G—Lightbar Settings
B—Guidance Settings Tab D—Tracking Mode Drop-Down Drop-Down Menu H—AutoTrac Advanced Settings
Menu F— General Settings
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Activity Monitor
Operator Detection Timeout
The system has not detected any recent operator activity.
AutoTrac will deactivate in: 11 seconds.
Press the Resume Switch or acknowledge this alarm to
prevent deactivation.
The Activity Monitor will monitor the status of the operator

by requiring the operator to provide input to the display
every 7 minutes.
To reset the Activity Monitor, push the resume switch or
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click the Enter button on the pop-up screen.
Operator Detection Timeout

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AutoTrac Controller Calibration
Select GUIDANCE softkey >> GUIDANCE SETTINGS
tab >> CHANGE AUTOTRAC CONTROLLER SETTINGS
button >>CAL button
NOTE: Calibration procedure must be complete with a
passing status prior to using AutoTrac.
GUIDANCE softkey
Read all instructions before calibrating the AutoTrac PC11948 —UN—30JUN09
Controller
• The Calibration procedure consists of 12 Calibration
Steps.
• Drive tractor slowly at full throttle for approximately GUIDANCE SETTINGS tab
2 to 5 minutes to bring hydraulic fluid to operating PC12145 —UN—30JUN09
temperature before beginning calibration procedure.
• Calibration procedure will require a large, open, level

surface to complete the required steps.
• Calibration procedure must be completed prior to using CHANGE AUTOTRAC CONTROLLER SETTINGS button
AutoTrac for the first time. PC12144 —UN—30JUN09
• Each calibration step allows three failures before that

step is exited and entire calibration must be repeated.
• If the calibration procedure fails, the system will use the

last valid calibration until another valid calibration has CAL button
been completed.
NOTE: Machine manufacturer supplied Master Switch Calibration procedure will require a large, open, level
must be set to the ON position when performing surface to complete the required steps.
AutoTrac Controller Calibration procedure.
Park the machine on flat level surface, then select the
NOTE: At any time during calibration, the operator Next button to begin.
may take control of the system by grabbing the
steering wheel or stopping the machine.
Before beginning calibration, drive the machine until the

hydraulic oil is at operating temperature. This will improve
calibration accuracy.
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Wheel Angle Sensor Calibration

Select Wheel Angle Sensor Calibration button to begin
calibrating the Wheel Angle Sensor.
The system will Auto Detect the Wheel Angle Sensor.
NOTE: Wheel Angle Sensor Calibration must be complete
before Valve Calibration can be performed.
Follow the on screen instructions for the next five steps.

Complete each instruction and then select the next button
to contine.
NOTE: The following steps may require using the
lowest forward gear to move ahead slowly
allowing full range of steering.
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The system will display a progress meter at the top of each
page showing the operator calibration step completion.
Once the Wheel Angle Sensor Calibration has been
completed, the system will return to the Calibration Screen
displaying PASS next to Wheel Angle Sensor.
If the system FAILS, calibration, it will display FAIL next to
the Calibration that has failed.
A—Wheel Angle Sensor B—Valve Calibration
Calibration
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Once sensor is detected, select Next to continue.

If system fails to detect sensor, check connections to
Wheel Angle Sensor.
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Turn wheel until LEFT stop, then select Next button.

NOTE: You may need to drive forward slowly to allow the
wheels to reach their full range of motion.
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Turn wheels until RIGHT stop, then select the Next button.
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Turn wheel back to CENTER with wheels straight, then

select the Next button.
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Drive in a straight line at or above 16 km/h (10 mph) until

calibration is complete.
IMPORTANT: Calibration procedure will require a
large, open, level surface to complete the
required steps. Ensure the area is clear of
any obstacles and traffic.
NOTE: Keep steering corrections to a minimum. Steering

wheel movement may result in an extended
calibration period or calibration failure.
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Once System has passed the wheel angle sensor

calibration, select the next button.
Next, select the Valve Calibration button to begin
calibrating the Steering Valve.
The system will display some initial instructions. Please
read and follow these instructions. Once the instructions
have been read, select the Next button.
Calibration will need to be repeated until PASS is
displayed next to Valve Calibration.

Calibration
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Valve Calibration
Before beginning calibration, drive the machine until the
hydraulic oil is at operating temperature. This will improve
calibration accuracy.
1. Begin moving forward in the lowest gear at the
maximum RPM.
2. Select the Next button to begin.
3. Wait for calibration to finish.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 until three left turn and three right
turn calibrations have been completed.
Attention: During calibration, machine will move slowly
to left or right. It may move unpredictably.
IMPORTANT: Calibration procedure will require a
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large, open, level surface to complete the
required steps. Ensure the area is clear of
any obstacles and traffic.
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Turn steering wheel back to center with wheels straight,

then select the Next button.
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Calibrating Left Calibrating Right
NOTE: Moving the steering wheel until instructed

cancels the current calibration. NOTE: After every left and right calibration, turn
steering wheel back to center with wheels
straight, then select Next.
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Once all steps have been completed, the system will

return to the calibration screen and display PASS next
to Valve Calibration.
Once the system has displayed PASS for both calibrations,
select the Next button and begin using AutoTrac.

Calibration
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Failed Calibrations
NOTE: Calibration failed using previous calibration values.
If calibration failure persists, check the Message Center

and/or contact your John Deere dealer.
If the system fails calibration, FAIL will be displayed next
to the calibration that has failed.
Calibration will need to be repeated until PASS is
displayed.
A Failed calibration may be the result of:
• Incorrect inputs provided by the operator
• Not enough area to complete calibration without
stopping during the calibration step
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• Grabbing the steering wheel to avoid obstacles
• Wheel angle sensor not responding
• Valve not responding.
• Machine hardware failure
NOTE: Newer tractors may require multiple attempts
to pass the valve calibration procedure.

Calibration
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Necessary Conditions for Activating

AutoTrac
80˚
Off-Track Track Heading

40% Lateral Error Error
Track No. 0
40%
80˚
Track Track No. changes at 50%

Spacing
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Track No. 1-S
Once tractor is at end of row operator must turn system 1. System is enabled (steering ON on RUN screen).
to next pass. By turning steering wheel, AutoTrac is 2. The machine is within 40% of track spacing.
deactivated. Operator must turn onto next track. 3. Track heading is within 80° of track.
AutoTrac can be activated by pressing resume switch only
after following conditions are met:
NOTE: Calibration procedure must be complete with a
passing status prior to using AutoTrac.
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Once two pieces of the PIE are achieved, the operator
can enable AutoTrac by selecting the Steer On icon.
If two pieces of the PIE can not be achieved, the operator
will not be able to activate AutoTrac.
• A diagnostic button is located next to the PIE icon.
• If two pieces of the PIE can not be achieved, select PC11971 —UN—09APR09
Steer On icon
wrench icon to view AutoTrac Diagnostics.
The Diagnostics page will indicate what is needed for each
of the four PIE pieces and the status of all requirements.
Pie Pieces
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AutoTrac may not become available until hydraulic

temperature has reached pre set level (1 PIE piece only
until warm). This issue will not provide any diagnostic
code or show in the status menu. AutoTrac Diagnostics Wrench
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John Deere AutoTrac Controller Troubleshooting
AutoTrac Controller
Symptom Problem Solution
AutoTrac Controller won’t activate. Stop Code encountered See list of stop codes to find issue
AutoTrac will not resume.
AutoTrac Controller does not System not recognizing AutoTrac Ensure AutoTrac Controller is
appear on INFO or SETUP screens Controller on CAN bus line connected to GreenStar Harness and
receiving power
Check for blown fuses in ATC wiring

harness
Direction can not be determined Old TCM Software Update TCM Software to newest
software (Version 1.08 or greater)
No differential Correction Establish differential correction
No GPS Establish signal
ATC did not establish direction Drive forward at a speed greater than
correctly 1.6 km/h (1 mph) and turn steering
wheel greater than 45 degrees in one
direction
Tractor acquires guidance line but AutoTrac Controller has encountered Recalibrate wheel angle sensor and
tracks 25 to 518 cm (10 to 204 in.) a bad wheel angle sensor calibration reacquire line to ensure problem is
to right or left of line. and has an incorrect wheel angle corrected.
sensor bias.
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Diagnostic Readings
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A—View Drop-Down Menu F— Total Hours K—Wheel Angle Sensor Type P—WAS Calibration Complete
B—Software Version G—AutoTrac Hours L— WAS Calibration Status
C—Hardware Part Number H—Resume Switch Status M—Left WAS Calibration Number Q—Valve Calibration
D—Serial Number I— Seat Switch Status N—Right WAS Calibration R—Left Valve Calibration Number
E—Mode Status J— Stop Code Number S—Right Valve Calibration
O—Center WAS Calibration Number
Number T— Valve Calibration Complete
Status
Read the latest Operator Manual prior to operation.

To obtain a copy, see your dealer or visit
www.StellarSupport.com.
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AutoTrac Controller Diagnostic Trouble
Codes
Trouble Codes
Select TROUBLE CODES button and a list of controllers MENU button
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will appear and controllers with diagnostic codes are
indicated.
Individual controllers can be accessed by pressing

ENTER button to view codes for that controller.
MESSAGE CENTER button (With Info Icon)

Codes can also be displayed for all controllers by PC8669 —UN—05AUG05
selecting SHOW ALL button and pressing ENTER button.
Codes can be relayed to a John Deere dealer to assist in
diagnosing machine problems.
TROUBLE CODES softkey
SPN FMI Description

Indicates SSU unswitched supply voltage (cc# 182) out of
000168 03
range high
Indicates SSU unswitched supply voltage (cc# 182) out of
000168 04
range low
000232 09 Indicates differential correction signal to GPS is not available
000517 09 Indicates GPS Speed Message Missing
Indicates control unit SSU being reprogrammed (boot block
000628 12 generated). Reprogram control unit SSU. Replace control
unit SSU if condition persists.
Indicates incomplete calibration of steering valve.
Wheel Angle Sensor calibration incomplete.
000630 13
AutoTrac will remain disabled until successful calibration of
system.
Indicates sensor supply voltage (cc# 733) for steering wheel
003509 03 pressure sensor and/or wheel angle position sensor out of
range high.
Indicates sensor supply voltage (cc# 733) for steering wheel
003509 04 pressure sensor and/or wheel angle position sensor out of
range high.
Indicates sensor supply current too high on (cc# 733) for
003509 05 steering wheel pressure sensor and/or wheel angle position
sensor.
Indicates sensor supply current too low on (cc# 733) for
003509 06 steering wheel pressure sensor and/or wheel angle position
sensor.
Indicates steering wheel pressure sensor (cc# 777), load
sense pressure output faulty.
004086 03
Voltage too high.
AutoTrac will not deactivate
Iindicates steering wheel pressure sensor (cc# 777), load
sense pressure output faulty.
004086 04
Voltage too low.
AutoTrac will not deactivate
Indicates steering valve left coil (cc# 752) current too low or
520429 05
open circuit.
Indicates steering valve left coil (cc# 752) current too high
520429 06
or shorted to ground.
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520429 31 Indicates steering valve left coil (cc# 752) shorted to ground.
Indicates steering valve right coil (cc# 742) current too low or
520430 05
open circuit.
Indicates steering valve right coil (cc# 742) current too high
520430 06
520430 31 Indicates steering valve right coil (cc# 742) shorted to ground.
Indicates steering shutoff valve (cc# 792) current too low or
520431 05
open circuit.
Indicates steering shutoff valve (cc# 792) current too high
520431 06
Indicates that the AutoTrac Controller ON/OFF switch on
522385 01
vehicle is not ON.
Indicates control unit SSU not receiving wheel angle position
522387 07
sensor signal.
Indicates control unit SSU not receiving terrain compensation
522394 09
module CAN Bus message.
Indicates control unit SSU malfunction: stack overflow. Clear
523651 02
code. Replace control unit SSU if condition persists.
Indicates control unit SSU not receiving parallel tracking set
523698 09
A/B line message
Indicates control unit SSU not receiving Resume Switch (cc#
523767 02
909) output signal.
Indicates steering valve orientation incorrect.
523795 02
Check steering valve right/left circuit codes switched.
523795 11 Indicates steering valve deadbands inconsistent
Indicates steering valve calibration fault. Recalibrate Steering
523795 13
system. Replace steering valve if condition persists.
Indicates steering control valve (cc# 752/742 supply voltage
523808 00
to right/left coil too high.
Indicates steering control valve (cc# 752/742 supply voltage
523808 01
to right/left coil too low.
Indicates steering isolation valve supply (cc# 792) voltage
523809 01
too low.
Indicates wheel angle position sensor current too low or open
523822 05
circuit.
Indicates wheel angle position sensor current too high or
523822 06
short to ground.
Wheel angle position sensor output (cc# 736) motion detected
523826 00
out of range high.
Wheel angle position sensor output (cc# 736) motion detected
523826 01
out of range low.
Wheel Angle Sensor Orientation Incorrect
523826 02 Indicates a backwards sensor reading.
DTC thrown only on calibration.
Wheel angle sensor calibration problem.
523826 07 Wheel angle position sensor range too small.
Recalibrate wheel angle sensor.
SSU fault active.
523826 10 Wheel angle sensor detects motion but not pressure
transducer.
524221 09 Steering valve cannot be commanded, no yaw rate message.
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
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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 Increase speed over 0.5 km/h (0.3 mph)
Too Fast Vehicle Speed too high to use AutoTrac Reduce Speed below platform limit
Tractor - 30 km/h (18.6 mph)
Sprayer - 37 km/h (23 mph)
Harvester - 22 km/h (13.7 mph)
Reverse speed on all machines – 10 km/h
(6 mph)
Unknown Direction Unknown direction Drive forward greater than 1.6 km/h (1
mph) and turn steering wheel greater than
45°
Track Changed Track number changed Align vehicle on desired track and press
resume
Lost Dual GPS SF1, SF2, or RTK signal was lost Establish signal
SSU Error A SSU fault severe enough to disable AutoTrac Cycle power on the ATU unit and the GSD
OK Last state upgrade was successful
PT Turned Off Tracking not turned on. Turn tracking on in Setup - Tracking
Heading Error Heading error is out of range. Align tractor within heading limit (80° of
track)
Lateral Error Lateral error is out of range. Align tractor within lateral limit (40% of
track spacing)
No Operator Operator presence switch is open. Operator in seat or press resume for
activity monitor to reset time
No TCM Either no TCM present or TCM is turned off. Turn TCM on, or install TCM
Voltage Unstable Voltage Too Low Check harnessing
Reverse Timeout Reverse Timeout (greater than 45 seconds) Cycle direction forward before resuming
in reverse
0 Speed Timeout 0 Speed Timeout Increase speed over 0.5 km/h (0.3 mph)
Curvature Curve Track radius tighter than AutoTrac will allow Manually drive through tight radius curves
Tracking on Line Vehicle is driving on line
Acquiring Line Vehicle is acquiring line
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Automatic Guidance System Detected
responsibilities when using AutoTrac steering system.
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Automatic Guidance
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Enabling System
Press STEER ON/OFF button to toggle between • Track 0 has been setup.
enable/disable AutoTrac. • Tracking mode selected.
To enable system, all of the following criteria must be met:
• Proper operator presence mode selected.
• TCM must be installed and turned on.
• AutoTrac activation is detected. • AutoTrac Controller Steering Kit is plugged in.
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Activating System • Vehicle speed is greater than 0.5 km/h (0.3 mph).
• Forward vehicle speed is less than
CAUTION: While AutoTrac is activated, operator Tractor - 30 km/h (18.6 mph)
is responsible for steering at end of path Sprayer - 37 km/h (23 mph)
and collision avoidance. Combine - 20 km/h (12.4 mph)
Do not attempt to turn on (Activate) AutoTrac • Reverse vehicle speed is less than 10 km/h (6.0 mph).
system while transporting on a roadway. • Vehicle within 45 degrees of desired track.
• Operator is seated.
After system has been ENABLED, operator must manually • TCM is on.
change system to ACTIVATED status when steering • In reverse AutoTrac will remain activated for 45
seconds. After 45 seconds the machine must be put in
assistance is desired.
a forward gear before reverse will activate again.
Press resume switch. This will initiate assisted steering.
In order to activate system following criteria must be met:
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Deactivating System
CAUTION: Always turn off (Deactivate and Disable)

• Slowing to speeds less than 0.5 km/h (0.3 mph).
AutoTrac system before entering a roadway.
• Exceeding forward speed of
To turn off AutoTrac from GUIDANCE VIEW Sprayer - 37 km/h (23 mph)
tab, toggle STEER ON/OFF button until Combine - 20 km/h (12.4 mph)
STEER OFF is displayed. • Exceeding reverse speed of 10 km/h (6.0 mph).
• Toggle STEER ON/OFF button until STEER OFF is
AutoTrac system can be made DEACTIVE by following displayed in GUIDANCE VIEW tab.
methods: • Operator out of seat for more than 5 seconds if using
seat switch or no activity detected by operator presence
• Turning steering wheel. monitor for 7 minutes.
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StarFire
AutoTrac controller takes its StarFire Height and Fore-Aft
measurements from the StarFire setup. To change
this information select the menu button then select the
Menu Button
StarFire button. The StarFire main page will appear. PC13738 —UN—17MAY11
Select the Setup tab (A) at the top of the screen.
StarFire Height (in.) Enter the height of the StarFire
receiver into the Height box (C) of the StarFire Setup
screen. Height is measured from the ground to the center
(where the green and yellow meet) of the dome.
SF3000 Button
StarFire Fore-Aft (in.) Enter the Fore-Aft measurement
into the Fore/Aft box (B) of the StarFire Setup screen.
This is the distance from the fixed axle of the machine to
the receiver. The fixed axle is the rear axle on a row crop
tractor. The fixed axle is the front axle on an articulated
tractor
NOTE: For more information on StarFire setup
see the StarFire operators manual that
matches your equipment.
A—Setup tab C—Height

B—Fore/Aft
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StarFire Setup Screen
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AutoTrac Setup It is very important to remember:

Operate Guidance Systems Safely
• Receiver has to go through a warm-up period after
Read and understand Operate Guidance Systems Safely starting.
in the Safety section. • Vehicle is setup properly (ballasted according to vehicle
operator manual, etc.)
AutoTrac System • Implement is setup to run properly (wear parts such
as shanks, shovels, and sweeps are in good working
General Information condition and correctly spaced).
IMPORTANT: • Understand how field/soil conditions affect system
(loose soil requires more steering than firm soil, but firm
AutoTrac system relies on GPS system operated soil can cause uneven draft loads).
by the United States government, which is solely
responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. Status Pie
System is subject to changes that could affect IMPORTANT: Although AutoTrac system can be
accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. activated when SF2 (or SF1 if using AutoTrac
Operator must maintain responsibility for SF1 activation) correction signal is confirmed,
machine and must turn at end of each track. system accuracy may continue to increase
This system will not turn at end of a track after powering up system.
unless equipped with iTEC Pro. AutoTrac SF2 activation will operate on
SF1, SF2, or RTK signal.
AutoTrac basic system is intended to be used as an
assistance tool to mechanical markers. Operator must AutoTrac SF1 activation will operate on
evaluate overall system accuracy to determine specific SF1 signal only.
field operations where assisted steering may be used. This
evaluation is necessary because accuracy required for NOTE: The status pie and steer icon will not be displayed
various field operations may differ depending on farming if no SSU or AutoTrac Activation is detected.
operation. Because AutoTrac uses STARFIRE differential
correction network along with Global Positioning System AutoTrac icon has four stages as shown in the AutoTrac
(GPS), slight shifts in position may occur over time. Status Pie
AutoTrac Accuracy—The overall AutoTrac system • INSTALLED
accuracy is dependent upon many variables. The • CONFIGURED
equation looks like: • ENABLED
AutoTrac System Accuracy = Signal accuracy + Vehicle
Setup + Implement Setup + Field/Soil Conditions.
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• ACTIVATED PC8832 —UN—25OCT05
Stage 1 INSTALLED (1/4 of pie)—SSU and all other

hardware necessary for use are installed.
• SSU is detected
Stage 1—INSTALLED
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Stage 2 CONFIGURED (2/4 of pie)—Tracking Mode has
been determined. A valid Track 0 has been established.
Correct StarFire signal level for AutoTrac activation is
selected. Vehicle conditions met.
• Guidance system has been turned ON in the display
• Guidance Track 0 has been defined Stage 2—CONFIGURED
• AutoTrac Activation detected.
• StarFire signal is present • Speed is less than maximum
• SSU has no active faults pertaining to the steering • TCM message is currently available and valid
function • In proper operating gear
• Hydraulic oil warmer than minimum temperature
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Steer On/Off– Press the steer on/off button to move
AutoTrac from the CONFIGURED stage to the ENABLED
stage.
Steer On/Off
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Stage 3 ENABLED (3/4 of pie)—Steer Icon has been
pressed. All conditions are met for AutoTrac to operate
and system is ready to be activated.
• Select Steer On/Off button once to turn “Steer On”
Stage 3—ENABLED
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Stage 4 ACTIVATED (4/4 of pie with “A”)—Resume switch
has been pressed and AutoTrac is steering the vehicle.
• Press Resume Switch—AutoTrac has been activated
Stage 4—ACTIVATED
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Steering Sensitivity
To adjust steering sensitivity select the input box and enter
the desired steering sensitivity value via numeric keypad
and select the enter button. The sensitivity can also be
adjusted up or down by selecting the + or – buttons on
either side of the steer sensitivity input box.
NOTE: Valid range for steer sensitivity is 50-200 with Steer Sensitivity
200 being the most aggressive setting.
such as integral implements with a heavy draft load. A
User Adjustable Steering Sensitivity—steering low steering sensitivity setting is less aggressive to allow
sensitivity is aggressiveness of AutoTrac steering system. system to handle lighter draft loads and higher speeds.
A high steering sensitivity setting is more aggressive to
allow system to handle tough manual steering conditions
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Figure A Figure B
A—Default Gain B—Entered Steering Gain C—Track D—2.5 seconds
The steering sensitivity is only applied after machine This event may be observed when implement is raised at
is within 0.5 M (1.6 ft) of track FIGURE A. Therefore, start or end of row transitions. If this event is observed
adjusting steering sensitivity does not change line while implement is activated, sensitivity level is too high
acquisition performance. (see Steering Sensitivity).
The steering sensitivity is momentarily reduced if tractor
front wheel and heading oscillations become too large.
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Adjusting Steering Sensitivity Level integral implement requires a higher steering sensitivity
than a similar drawn implement. Finally, steering
The steering sensitivity must be adjusted to accommodate sensitivity will not address condition where front wheels
field conditions and tractor/implement configuration. are not able to turn tractor. Always make sure front axle
Steering sensitivity should always be evaluated when load with implement activated is sufficient for steering
implement is activated. In general, soft soil requires a before adjusting steering sensitivity level.
higher steering sensitivity level than firm ground and an
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Figure A Figure B
A—10 second B—1 second C—Track
Too Low—If steering sensitivity is too low, a slow performance is not achieved, see TROUBLESHOOTING
wandering track error pattern can be observed on display. section for more detail.
This track error pattern takes approximately 10 seconds to
go from side to side as is shown in FIGURE A. If excessive Advanced AutoTrac Settings
track error is occurring, increase steering sensitivity by
Tuning Recommendations
small increments until desired accuracy is achieved.
NOTE: It is normal to see a momentary track error when NOTE: AutoTrac Controller has been tuned to perform
encountering a large rut, furrow, or implement load very well in most field conditions using the
change. Proper steering sensitivity adjustment variety of implements encountered by AutoTrac.
will help minimize track error. However, for those conditions outside of normal,
we have provided Advanced Settings to allow
Too High—Setting steering sensitivity to highest level the operator fine tune their systems for specific
will not result in maximum tracking accuracy. If steering field conditions and implements.
sensitivity is too high, excessive front wheel motion
will be observed which reduces accuracy and causes Problem or Situation:
unnecessary front axle component wear. At extreme AutoTrac performance during line acquisitions, Curve Trac
high levels, machine motion will become large enough to or in-row S-ing that can’t be tuned out using the Steering
cause steering sensitivity to be momentarily changed to Sensitivity adjustment.
default level. Wheel motion to watch for when determining
if aggressiveness is too high occurs at an interval of Difficult ground conditions (extremely soft or extremely
approximately 1 second from side to side as shown in rough) require additional tuning beyond the capabilities of
FIGURE B. If excessive wheel motion is observed, lower the standard Steering Sensitivity value.
steering sensitivity by small increments until desired
performance is achieved.
Read this information in it’s entirety BEFORE tuning
Optimizing AutoTrac Controller Performance AutoTrac Advanced Settings.
When operating in curves, start with the curve sensitivity
equal to the optimized acquire sensitivity.
AutoTrac Advanced Settings software includes 6 different
These default settings are a good starting point for most tunable sensitivities that allow finer adjustment of the
conditions. Each setting can be adjusted to try and AutoTrac system. The following are details for tuning
optimize performance. Operator may need to readjust this software:
line sensitivity, heading, and line sensitivity tracking for 1. Check & fix other problems before you
best results. Increase or decrease settings to change tune—Perform necessary mechanical checks and
aggressiveness as desired. If system is not responsive calibrations through associated tractor. It is important
enough, increase sensitivity settings. If desired to do this step first otherwise you run the risk of
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masking actual machine faults and wasting your time Lower settings: Result in less aggressive response
tuning a system that cannot be tuned. to vehicle off-track error.
Range: 50 to 200.
2. Characterize the current AutoTrac problem—There
are various types of issues this software may be able c. Heading Lead: Determines the impact of yaw
to resolve. First, the specific type of problem needs to rate (vehicle rate of turn) on tracking performance.
be identified from the possible items below: Heading lead acts as a look-ahead parameter and
can be used to minimize over steering. Large
a. Excessive Wheel Motion—Overall AutoTrac adjustments may result in poor performance.
performance is acceptable, but the operator is Higher settings: Result in more aggressive
concerned about how quickly the wheels are response to yaw rate.
twitching back and forth. Lower settings: Result in less aggressive response
to yaw rate.
b. Aggressive S-ing Motion—Continual back and Range: 50 to 130.
forth motion as observed by the operator looking
out over the front nose of the tractor. Although a lot d. Steering Response Rate: Adjusts the rate of
of motion is observed, the off-track error shown on vehicle steering in order to maintain tracking
the display (distance away from AB line) is often performance. Increasing steering responsiveness
relatively small. generally results in better tracking performance.
Higher settings: Result in better tracking
c. Lazy S-ing Motion—Performance of AutoTrac performance but may also cause increased wheel
seems very sluggish when trying to stay on the line motion or jittery behavior.
and slowly wanders from side to side. Lower settings: Results in decreased wheel motion
but may also result in worse tracking performance.
d. Lazy Line Acquisition—AutoTrac appears Range: 50 to 200.
sluggish during line acquisition and the tractor
remains off to one side of the line for a long time e. Curve Sensitivity: Determines how aggressively
before getting lined up. AutoTrac responds to a curve in the track. This
setting affects performance in curve track guidance
e. Aggressive Line Acquisition—AutoTrac only.
overshoots the line, and continues to Higher settings: Turn the vehicle in a smaller radius
overcompensate during acquisition. Results in high (tighter) around the curve.
frequency, tight S-ing pattern during acquisitions. Lower settings: Turn the vehicle in a larger radius
around the curve.
f. Lazy Curve Track Performance—AutoTrac is Range: 50 to 200.
sluggish in Curve Track mode resulting in slow,
wandering S-ing about the desired line and often f. Acquire Sensitivity: Determines how aggressively
tracks to the outside of the desired path. the vehicle acquires the track. This setting affects
performance while acquiring the track only.
g. Aggressive Curve Track Performance—AutoTrac High settings: Result in more aggressive line
exhibits rapid and high frequency corrections in acquisitions.
Curve Track mode, resulting in a tight S-ing pattern Lower settings: Result in smoother line acquisitions.
or tracking to the inside of the desired path. Range: 50 to 200.
3. Access the Advanced Settings page on GS3. 5. Follow Tuning Instructions—First try to adjust the
settings based on how it was characterized in Step 2.
4. Advanced Settings Parameters. If familiar with how the settings affect performance,
proceed to the general tuning instructions if desired.
a. Line Sensitivity Heading: Determines how Although the customer’s comfort needs to be taken
aggressively AutoTrac responds to heading error. into account, try to tune the tractor based on lateral
Higher Settings: Result in more aggressive error on the GS3 and the tracks that tractor leaves
response to vehicle heading error. behind. After finding a reasonable set of parameters,
Lower settings: Result in less aggressive response try running the tractor at different speeds to ensure the
to vehicle heading error. settings are still acceptable. Sometimes the settings
Range: 50 to 200. that maximize AutoTrac performance are very close to
making the operator feel uncomfortable.
b. Line Sensitivity Tracking (Lateral Gain):
Determines how aggressively AutoTrac responds
to off-track (lateral) error. General Tuning Instructions
Higher settings: Result in more aggressive
response to vehicle off-track error. Adjustment Recommendations:
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• Steering Sensitivity—Set at 100 before making To return all settings to their default values, use the
other adjustments – after that make adjustments in “Return To Defaults” button provided at the bottom of the
increments of 10. Advanced Settings screen.
• Line Sensitivity Tracking—Adjust in increments of 20. Most Common Conditions
• Line Sensitivity Heading—Adjust in increments 10. 1. Excessive Wheel Motion—Adjust Steering Response
Rate first before making any other adjustments. Turn
• Heading Lead—Adjust in increments 10. down this parameter until an acceptable amount of
wheel motion exists. Although it may be possible for
• Steering Response Rate—Adjust in increments 10. this parameter to be changed independently, you may
need to increase Line Sensitivity Heading and/or Line
• Acquire Sensitivity—Adjust in increments 20. Sensitivity Tracking (lateral) gains to compensate for
the wheel motion decrease. Keep in mind that forcing
• Curve Sensitivity—Adjust in increments 20. this value too low may compromise AutoTrac accuracy
because this responsiveness determines how quickly
One Value at a Time—Attempt to adjust the settings in the system can compensate for off-track error. The
the problem field conditions while AutoTrac is active. recommended Steering Wheel Speed setting should
be adjusted until there is slightly less wheel motion
1. Start with the factory default settings. The Steering than what is considered excessive by the operator.
Sensitivity value will correlate to the value on the 2. Aggressive S-ing Motion—The two main
Guidance View Tap. Attempt to use a value for this adjustments to address aggressive s-ing motion are
setting that is similar to the conditions in which you are Line Sensitivity Heading and Heading Lead. Start
running (70 for concrete, 100 most conditions, 120 by increasing Heading Lead to enable the system to
for soft ground). This number may still need to be look further ahead when making corrections. If this
modified beyond the suggested settings. is unsuccessful, the likely cause is overaggressive
Line Sensitivity Heading and this gain should then
2. While AutoTrac is active in the problem conditions be reduced. Forcing this gain low may require an
(speeds, ground, tire setup, etc), increase/reduce the increase in the Line Sensitivity Tracking (Lateral) gain
Line Sensitivity Heading by a factor of 10. to maintain the overall system performance at an
acceptable level.
3. If the change in Line Sensitivity Heading is ineffective 3. Lazy S-ing Motion—This may be the most difficult
at addressing the issue, reset the Line Sensitivity situation to address because the sluggish behavior
Heading parameter and increase/reduce the Heading can be caused by field conditions or machine setup.
Lead in the same manner as the previous step. In some cases, tuning the gains may not achieve
the performance desired. Start by increasing Line
4. If none of the previous steps were effective reset Sensitivity Tracking and check performance. If the
the Heading Lead and increase/reduce the Steering system remains sluggish, increase Line Sensitivity
Response Rate in a similar fashion to the previous Heading until the system begins to respond more
steps. aggressively. If fine tuning is needed, the Steering
Response Rate can be adjusted accordingly,
Combining Settings—If the above procedure does not increasing this value will make the system more
give satisfactory performance and once you have become aggressive.
more comfortable with how the parameters change
AutoTrac performance (as detailed in the previous step), Step 1: Optimize Steering Response Rate
try different combinations of parameters while AutoTrac is
active. The following chart should be used as a reference
• Tune speed by operating parallel to and 1.2 m (4 ft) off
of the A-B Line.
and contains suggested values based on various types
of conditions, please note that values may need to be
• Activate AutoTrac Controller and observe performance.
adjusted beyond these recommendations to achieve
• While tuning, adjust in increments of 10 between the
range of 50 to 200.
satisfactory performance.
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PC8797 —UN—21FEB06
Step 2: Optimize Acquire Sensitivity

of the A-B Line.
• Tune Acquire Sensitivity until machine acquires the line
smoothly. Acquire Sensitivity Too Low
PC8796 —UN—21FEB06
A—Desired Track—Broken B—Actual Track—Solid Line

Line
Acquire Sensitivity Too High

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Step 3: Optimize Line Sensitivity

A: Line Sensitivity—Tracking
• Tune line sensitivity tracking while operating on the
A-B line.
• If machine wanders too far from the A-B line adjust line
sensitivity—tracking higher.
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• If machine becomes unstable around A-B line adjust
line sensitivity—tracking lower.
B: Line Sensitivity—Heading
• Tune line sensitivity heading while operating on the
A-B line.
• If the front of the machine wanders too far from the Line Sensitivities Too Low
track direction adjust line sensitivity—heading higher.
• If machine becomes unstable adjust line
sensitivity—heading lower.
NOTE: Line Sensitivities work together—If both are set too
high the vehicle will become unstable. If both are set
too low, the vehicle will wander around the A-B line.
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A—Desired Track—Broken B—Actual Track—Solid Line
Line
Line Sensitivities Too High

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Heading Error Meter

The Heading Error Meter is designed to aid in tuning
Advanced AutoTrac Settings.
Ideally, heading error should be within than +/- 1 degree.
The arched bar graph value will live update with minimum
and maximum heading error changes over the last 10
seconds.
The Heading Error Meter value indicator will be red when
heading error is greater than 0.5 degrees or less than -0.5
degrees. The indicator will be green if the heading error is
greater than -0.5 degrees and less than 0.5 degrees.
NOTE: Heading Error Meter is also available when
using AutoTrac Universal.
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Heading Error Meter
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Advanced AutoTrac Screens
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A—View C—Shift Track Settings E—Implement Guidance Mode G—Lightbar Settings
B—Guidance Settings D—Tracking Mode Drop-Down Drop-Down Menu H—AutoTrac Advanced Settings
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Advanced AutoTrac Settings

The accept button (K) shall save and apply the current
settings and return the user to the previous page. The
Restore Default Settings button (N) will set all settings to
the factory default value. See each setting for its default
value. The ‘?’ button (H) will display a pop-up with help
text for each of the specific settings.
A—Line Sensitivity Tracking I— Back Button

B—Decrease Button J— Next Button
C—Bar Graph K—Accept Button
D—Increase Button L— Acquire Sensitivity
E—Line Sensitivity Heading M—Curve Sensitivity
F— Steering Wheel Speed N—Restore Default Settings
G—Steer Play O—Monitor Performance
H—Help Button
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Advanced AutoTrac Settings 1/2
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Advanced AutoTrac Settings 2/2
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Optimizing AutoTrac Controller Performance

These default settings are a good starting point for most
conditions. Each setting can be adjusted to try and
optimize performance. Operator may need to readjust
line sensitivity - heading and line sensitivity - tracking for
best results. Increase or decrease settings to change
aggressiveness as desired. If system is not responsive
enough, increase sensitivity settings.
Line Sensitivity Tracking
Determines how aggressively AutoTrac responds to
off-track (lateral) error.
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Higher settings: Results in more aggressive response to
vehicle off-track error.
Lower Settings: Results in less aggressive response to
Line Sensitivity Tracking 1/6
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Line Sensitivity Heading

heading errors.
Higher settings: Result in more aggressive response to
vehicle heading error.
Lower settings: Result in less aggressive response to
A—Heading Error B—Tracking Error
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Line Sensitivity Heading 2/6
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Steering Wheel Speed

Adjusts the rate of vehicle steering in order to maintain
tracking performance. Increasing steering wheel speed
generally results in better tracking performance. If set to
high, steering column resistance can result in AutoTrac
deactivations.
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Steering Wheel Speed 3/6
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Steer Play
Some vehicles have excess play in their steering system
which allows the steering wheel to be turned without
change in the vehicle direction. This setting controls the
distance that the steering wheel turns to take up this
excess play.
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Steer Play 4/6
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Acquire Sensitivity
Determines how aggressively the vehicle acquires the
track. This setting affects performance while acquiring
the track only.
High settings: Results in a more aggressive track line
acquisition.
Lower settings: Results will give smoother entry into the
next track.
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Acquire Sensitivity 5/6
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Curve Sensitivity
Determines how aggressively AutoTrac responds to a
curve in the track. This setting affects performance in
curve track guidance only.
Higher settings: Turns the vehicle in a smaller radius
(tighter) around the curve.
Lower Settings: Turns the vehicle in a larger radius
around the curve.
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Curve Sensitivity 6/6
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GS2 Display 2600
AutoTrac Detected
CAUTION: AutoTrac Detected
Activating AutoTrac on roadways may cause
loss of vehicle control.
To avoid death or serious injury, turn AutoTrac
OFF before entering roadways.
This message occurs during startup on vehicles with

AutoTrac installed.
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Enabling System
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Deactivating System

• Slowing to speeds less than 0.5 km/h (0.3 mph).
• Exceeding forward speed of
To turn off AutoTrac from GUIDANCE VIEW Sprayer - 37 km/h (23 mph)
tab, toggle STEER ON/OFF button until Combine - 20 km/h (12.4 mph)
STEER OFF is displayed. • Exceeding reverse speed of 10 km/h (6.0 mph).
• Toggle STEER ON/OFF button until STEER OFF is
AutoTrac system can be made DEACTIVE by following displayed in GUIDANCE VIEW tab.
methods: • Operator out of seat for more than 5 seconds if using
seat switch or no activity detected by operator presence
• Turning steering wheel. monitor for 7 minutes.
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StarFire
Menu Button
SF3000 Button
tractor

B—Fore/Aft
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Setup
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A—View tab C—ShiftTrack Settings tab E—Enable AutoTrac
B—Guidance Settings tab D—AutoTrac Status Pie
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A—View C—Shift Track Settings E—Implement Guidance Mode G—Lightbar Settings
B—Guidance Settings D—Tracking Mode Drop-Down Drop-Down Menu H—AutoTrac Advanced Settings
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Advanced AutoTrac SettingsThe accept button (L) shall

save and apply the current settings and return the user to
the previous page. The Restore Default Settings button
(K) will set all settings to the factory default value. See
each setting for its default value. The ‘?’ button (A) will
display a pop-up with help text for the specific setting.
NOTE: When using the number pad, increase, and
decrease buttons, the change occurs immediately
without pressing the enter button.
A—Help Button G—Heading Lead

B—Decrease Button H—Steering Response Rate
C—Input Box I— Curve Sensitivity
D—Increase Button J— Acquire Sensitivity
E—Line Sensitivity Heading K—Restore Default Settings
F— Line Sensitivity Tracking Button
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L— Accept Button
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Optimizing AutoTrac Controller Performance

These default settings are a good starting point for most
conditions. Each setting can be adjusted to try and
optimize performance. Operator may need to readjust
line sensitivity - heading and line sensitivity - tracking for
best results. Increase or decrease settings to change
aggressiveness as desired. If system is not responsive
enough, increase sensitivity settings. If desired
performance is not achieved, see TROUBLESHOOTING
section for more detail.
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heading errors.
Higher settings: Result in more aggressive response to
Lower settings: Result in less aggressive response to
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off-track (lateral) error.
Higher settings: Results in more aggressive response to
A—Heading Error B—Tracking Error
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Heading Lead
Determines the impact of yaw rate (vehicle rate of turn)
on tracking performance. This can be thought of as a
look-ahead parameter. Large adjustments may result in
poor performance.
Higher settings: Results in more aggressive response
to vehicle twist.
vehicle twist.
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Heading Lead
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Steering Response Rate

Determines the maximum speed the wheels turn to make
corrections. Higher gains will turn the wheels faster. The
maximum wheel speed increases with steer wheel speed
settings from 50 to 200. From 190 to 200 the maximum
steering wheel speed stays the same, but the rate at
which the steering wheel accelerates increases. The
steer wheel speed should be adjusted in increments of
10 between 20 and 190 and in increments of 2 between
190 and 200. Setting the steer wheel speed too high
may cause ATU unit to deactivate. Adjust the steer
wheel speed as high as possible without causing
deactivations of the steering wheel.
Higher settings: Results in better tracking performance but
may also cause increased wheel motion or jittery behavior.
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Lower Settings: Results in decreased wheel motion but
may also result in worse tracking performance.
Steering Response Rate
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Curve Sensitivity
Determines how aggressively AutoTrac responds to a
curve in the track. This setting affects performance in
curve track guidance only.
Higher settings: Turns the vehicle in a smaller radius
(tighter) around the curve.
Lower Settings: Turns the vehicle in a larger radius
around the curve.
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Curve Sensitivity
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Acquire Sensitivity
Determines how aggressively the vehicle acquires the
track. This setting affects performance while acquiring
the track only.
High settings: Results in a more aggressive track line
acquisition.
Lower settings: Results will give smoother entry into the
next track.
Step 1: Optimize Steering Response Rate

of the A-B Line.
• While tuning, adjust in increments of 10 between the
range of 50 to 200. PC11481 —UN—15NOV08
Acquire Sensitivity
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Step 2: Optimize Acquire Sensitivity

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Acquire Sensitivity Too Low Acquire Sensitivity Too High
• Tune speed by operating parallel to and 1.2 m (4 ft) off PC8999 —UN—08MAR06
of the A-B Line.

• Tune Acquire Sensitivity until machine acquires the line
smoothly. A—Desired Track—Broken B—Actual Track—Solid Line
Line
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Step 3: Optimize Line Sensitivity
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Line Sensitivities Too Low Line Sensitivities Too High
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A: Line Sensitivity—Tracking
• Tune line sensitivity tracking while operating on the
A-B line.
• If machine wanders too far from the A-B line adjust line
sensitivity—tracking higher. A—Desired Track—Broken B—Actual Track—Solid Line
• If machine becomes unstable around A-B line adjust Line
line sensitivity—tracking lower.
B: Line Sensitivity—Heading
• Tune line sensitivity heading while operating on the NOTE: Line Sensitivities work together—If both are set too
A-B line. high the vehicle will become unstable. If both are set
• If the front of the machine wanders too far from the too low, the vehicle will wander around the A-B line.
track direction adjust line sensitivity—heading higher.
• If machine becomes unstable adjust line
sensitivity—heading lower.
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Curve Sensitivity
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• If vehicle turns outside of the curve adjust sensitivity

higher
• If vehicle turns inside of the curve adjust sensitivity lower.
Find the combination of values that works best for the A—Desired Track—Broken B—Actual Track—Solid Line
Line
vehicle.
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Tuning Tips, Tricks, and Precautions 1. In some conditions the increased Heading Lead
can lead to higher frequency instabilities.
• High Speed/Loose Soil Conditions 2. Line Sensitivity Heading is used for line acquisitions
- Tip 1: The main goal with AutoTrac is to minimize as well as tracking on line. Therefore, increasing Line
off-track error. In many conditions the best results are Sensitivity Heading can affect line acquisitions.
obtained as the production system is currently tuned
with the default settings.
• When using AutoTrac to cross previous rows
- Tip 1: In these circumstances it is common to
- Tip 2: It has been demonstrated through testing that experience excessive and repeatable side to side
increased Heading Lead when operating at higher motion. Increasing Line Sensitivity Heading and
speeds, greater than 11 km/h (7 mph), improves Heading Lead can help reduce the vehicle motion.
AutoTrac stability. - Tip 2: In extreme cases, Differential Lock may be
- Tip 3: Loose soil has a tendency to decrease the required in addition to the above tip to achieve
ability of the machine to steer when necessary, satisfactory performance.
thereby decreasing performance. To counteract this
issue increase the Line Sensitivity Heading. NOTE: When increasing Line Sensitivity Heading and
Potential tradeoffs associated with increasing Line Heading Lead, Line Sensitivity Tracking may need
Sensitivity Heading are: to be reduced to prevent excessive wheel motion.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Problem Solution
ATC unstable when entering track Acquire sensitivity too high Decrease acquire sensitivity
ATC takes too long to enter next Acquire sensitivity too low Increase acquire sensitivity
track
ATC constantly weaves in the row StarFire Height or Fore-Aft not Enter correct StarFire Height and
properly set Fore-Aft dimension
Line sensitivities incorrect. Optimize line sensitivities (See

OPTIMIZING AUTOTRAC
UNIVERSAL PERFORMANCE
in Setup section.)
StarFire mount direction in SETUP Correctly match TCM SETUP mount

different from actual mount direction direction to actual mount direction
ATC did not establish direction Drive forward at a speed greater than
correctly 1.6 km/h (1 mph) and turn steering
wheel greater than 45 degrees in one
direction
Loose Soil Add Ballast (Follow recommended

machine specifications)
AutoTrac Controller drives inside Curve Sensitivity too high Lower curve sensitivity
curve
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Troubleshooting—GS2 2600 and GS3 2630 Displays
Guidance Alarms
SSU Communication Error No communication with vehicle steering controller (SSU). Check vehicle for diagnostic codes and contact
your John Deere Dealer.
Turn Predictor Turned On Turn predictor is turned ON. Use the check box to turn it OFF
AutoTrac deactivated AutoTrac system deactivates when operator is out of seat for more than 5 seconds
AutoTrac The operator is responsible for collision avoidance. Turn AutoTrac OFF before entering roadways.
Data Card Problem! A data card must be inserted in the compact flash drive with the door closed to use the GreenStar2 Pro
application.
No Setup Data! Setup data for the GreenStar2 Pro application could not be found on the data card. The GreenStar2 Pro
application will not be available until a data card with setup data is inserted
AutoTrac SSU Software See your John Deere Dealer for SSU update.
Incompatible
Communication Error Communication problem with controller. Check connections to controller.
GPS Communication Problem No communication with GPS receiver. Check connections at GPS receiver.
Tracking Inaccurate The GPS receiver must be set to report at the 5Hz message output rate. Confirm settings on GPS receiver
and change output to 5Hz,
Invalid Boundary An invalid boundary has been recorded. You may continue recording or clear the current boundary and start
recording again.
Activation Error Invalid activation code. Please reenter activation code.
Invalid Filter All the fields that are required to be filled out based on the Totals Type Selected have not been filled out.
Flags of Same Selection Selected the Flags of same name and mode.
Name Already Exists The name you have entered already exists in this list. Please enter a new name.
Alarms
GPS Communication Problem No communication with GPS receiver. Check connection at GPS receiver and perform operation again.
Curve Track Memory Full Internal memory available for Curve Track is full. Data must be cleared to continue Curve Track Operation.
Clear curved track data from system
AutoTrac Disabled AutoTrac SF1 license cannot operate with current StarFire software. Update StarFire software to operate
AutoTrac.
AutoTrac Disabled AutoTrac SF1 license cannot operate while SF2 corrections are turned on. Turn SF2 corrections off to
operate AutoTrac.
License Problem No license available for the selected tracking mode. Previous tracking mode will be selected.
Duplicate Name Name already exists. Select another name.
Curve Track Recording Curve Track recording in progress. Cannot perform operation until recording is turned off.
Circle Definition Problem There was an internal error during Circle definition. Redefine the circle.
Circle Definition Problem Communication with GPS receiver was lost during circle definition. Redefine the circle once communication
has been re-established.
Circle Definition Problem Center point is too far. Select another center point.
A-B Line Definition Problem There was an internal error during A-B line definition. Redefine the A-B line.
A-B Line Definition Problem A timeout occurred during A-B line definition. Redefine the A-B line.
A-B Line Definition Problem A and B points of the A-B line are too close. Perform operation again.
Loss of GPS While Recording GPS has been lost while recording the boundary. Point logging will resume when the GPS signal returns. This
Boundary may result in an inaccurate boundary.
Data Card Full Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
Data Card 90% Full Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
No Memory No Memory available for Curve Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
Low Memory Low Memory available for Curve Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
No Memory No Memory available for Straight Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
No Memory No Memory available for Circle Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
Circle Definition Problem The distance from the vehicle to the center point is greater than 1 mile. Select another center point or drive
another circle.
Zero All Totals You have decided to zero all totals for the selected filter.
Incorrect RS232 Controller Model The RS232 controller model selected is incorrect. Please verify and reenter manufacturer and model number.
Selected
Prescription Error Controller is not setup to accept prescriptions.
Prescription Error Controller is setup to accept prescriptions. No controller prescription has been selected.
Prescription Error Prescription rate is out of controller range.
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Controller Unit of Measure Error Controller will only operate when using metric units.
Controller Unit of Measure Error Controller will only operate when using English (US) units.
Controller Unit of Measure Error Controller will only operate when using metric or English (US) units.
Controller Operation Error Invalid operation selected for controller.
Prescription Alarm Out of field prescription rate is now being applied.
Prescription Alarm Loss of GPS signal has occurred. Loss of GPS prescription rate is now being applied.
Prescription Alarm Controller does not support selected prescription.
INFO
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Diagnostic Addresses
NOTE: Diagnostic addresses are available to access
specific diagnostic information. This information
can assist the John Deere Dealer in diagnosing
MENU button
problems. Different device controllers can be PC8655 —UN—05AUG05
selected from drop-down box, as shown.
Select DIAGNOSTIC ADDRESSES button. The

number of devices available will depend upon machine
configuration. The list of addresses can be scrolled up or
down with rotary thumb wheel. Selecting an address will
show data for that address.

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DIAGNOSTIC ADDRESSES softkey
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Trouble Codes
Select TROUBLE CODES button, a list of controllers will
appear and controllers with diagnostic codes are indicated.
MENU button
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Individual controllers can be accessed by pressing
ENTER button to view codes for that controller.
Codes can also be displayed for all controllers by

selecting SHOW ALL button and pressing ENTER button.
Codes can be relayed to a John Deere dealer to assist in
diagnosing machine problems. MESSAGE CENTER button (With Info Icon)
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Trouble Code Pop-Up Boxes—Guidance

Software
FAULT CONDITION FAULT DESCRIPTION ALARM TEXT
Issued once (at power up) the first time an SSU is detected, when
an AutoTrac key is activated. (Any guidance mode with AutoTrac The operator is responsible for collision avoidance. Turn AutoTrac OFF before
key and AT capable SSU.) entering roadways.
No communication with vehicle steering controller (SSU). Check vehicle for
Loss of SSU Communication for more than 1 second diagnostic codes and contact your John Deere Dealer.
Within 5 seconds away of a gap in Curved Track data Gap in Guidance Path
Within 5 seconds away from a curve of more than 30° between
consecutive segments Approaching Sharp Curve
The operator leaves the seat for more than 7 seconds while in a
tracking mode that supports Turn Predictor and TP is off (valid
SSU, AT licence, and seat switch Turn predictor is turned ON. Uncheck the box to turn it OFF.
AutoTrac SF1 license cannot operate while SF2 corrections are turned on.
SF1 AT Key with SF2 corrections turned on. Turn SF2 corrections off to operate AutoTrac.
AutoTrac SF1 license cannot operate with current StarFire software. Update
SF1 AT Key with old SF1 StarFire software. StarFire software to operate AutoTrac.
The user attempts to switch to a tracking mode for which there is No License available for the selected tracking mode. Defaulting to previous
no valid license available. tracking mode.
The user attempts to perform an operation that requires a GPS
signal (presses SetA, SetB, Curve Track recording, or Circle Track No communication with GPS receiver. Check connection at GPS receiver
recording buttons). and perform operation again.
The GPS signal is lost during definition of a circle using the driving Communication with GPS receiver was lost during circle definition. Redefine
method. the circle once GPS communication has been re-established.
The user inputs an A or B point that is too close to the other while A and B points of the AB Line are too close. Must have 30 ft (10 m) between
defining an AB Line (can occur using A+B and Lat/Long methods). point A and B. Perform operation again.
The user defines a circle with the center point at a distance greater
than 1 mile from the vehicle location. This alarm can also occur if The distance from the vehicle to the center point is greater than 1 mile. Select
the user selects a circle with a center point that is far away. another center point or drive another circle.
A timeout (user has not reached the minimum AutoB distance within
45 sec) occurs during AB Line definition using the AutoB method. A timeout occurred during AB Line definition. Redefine the AB Line.
The user attempts to change the tracking mode while recording Curve Track recording in progress. Cannot perform operation until Curve
in Curve Track. Track recording is turned off.
Clearing all shifts will restore original guidance track locations for the current
Press clear all shifts button field. Are you sure you want to proceed?
AutoTrac has detected an compatible SSU(Vehicle Controller) version.
Incompatible AutoTrac SSU Software. AutoTrac Deactivated (SSU Contact your John Deere Dealer to obtain the latest software updates for your
exit code) SSU in order to operate AutoTrac.

AUTOTRAC DEACTIVATION MESSAGES
Text Message on Display
SSU Exit Code Description Text Message on Display
Steering wheel moved Steering Wheel Moved
Speed too slow Speed Too Slow
Speed too fast Speed Too Fast
Incompatible gear Invalid Gear
Track number changed Track Number Changed
GPS not dual frequency Invalid GPS Signal
SSU fault SSU Fault
No PT Operational bit Invalid Display Settings
No Keycard No AutoTrac Activation
Heading Error too large Heading Error Too Large
Lateral Error out of bounds Off-Track Error Too Large
No Operator Presence Out of Seat
Oil Temp too low Oil Temp Too Cold
TCM not installed or turned off No TCM Corrections
Invalid Activation Code Invalid SSU Activation Code
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Diagnostic mode has control of valve SSU In Diagnostic Mode
Combine Header Switch not on Header Off
Combine Road/Field Switch is on Road Mode
Voltage is not yet stable Invalid SSU Voltage
Max Curvature Exceeded Curve Too Sharp
AS_EX_REVERSE_TOO_LONG Reverse Timeout
AS_EX_TOO_LONG_BELOW_LOW_SPEED_THRESHOLD =
23, // AutoTrac was active below the LOW_SPEED_THRESHOLD
for too long. Vehicle Too Slow
AS_EX_INCORRECT_DIRECTION Vehicle not traveling in the forward direction
AS_EX_SHUTTING_DOWN Vehicle shutting down
AS_EX_BAD_GEAR_DATA_RECEIVED Gear data error
AS_EX_BAD_RESUME_DATA_RECEIVED Resume switch error
AS_EX_NO_KEYSWITCH Keyswitch error
AS_EX_AT_RG_SWITCH SPFH AutoTrac switch is not on
AS_EX_QUICKSTOP_SW SPFH Quick Stop switch is on
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GS2 Display 1800
Start-Up Screen
IMPORTANT: When starting machine with AutoTrac
installed and this startup screen is not
responsibilities when using AutoTrac steering system. To
displayed, update AutoTrac software through
clear this screen press I AGREE.
www.StellarSupport.com.
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GS2 Display 1800
GreenStar Run Page

Path Accuracy Indicator - Is a visual indicator of off-track
error. The indicator consists of eight boxes on each side
of the off-track error box. The boxes will light up indicating
the direction the vehicle must be steered to get back on
the AB line. Each arrow represents a distance (default is
10 cm (4 in.)). This distance and the steering direction
may be defined on the Lightbar Settings Page:
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GreenStar Main Page -> Settings -> Guidance Settings
-> Lightbar Settings
Off Track Error (A)– Off Track error is numerically displayed
in the box. Off Track error will be displayed in cm (inches)
up to 99 cm (35 in.). If Off Track error exceeds 99 cm (35
in.), the distance displayed will change to meters (feet).
GreenStar Run Page
Track number (B)– Represents the track number the PC10857JN —UN—13APR09
vehicle is guiding on. It also shows the direction that the
track is located from the original Track 0 for the field.
Guidance Icon (C)– The icon represents the machine and
implement in relative dimensions. The triangle on the
GreenStar Main Page
machine represents the control point, which as used for PC10857JF —UN—13APR09
guiding the machine and is defined by the machine offset
measurements.
GPS Indicator (D)— Indicates what level of accuracy the
StarFire receiver is currently operating at (3D, SF2, SF1, Settings Button
RTK). If using a GPS receiver other than a StarFire, the text PC10857KZ —UN—14APR09
3D GPS will be displayed but the indicator bar will not fill.
AutoTrac Status Pie (E)(See AutoTrac section)
Coverage
Guidance Settings
Interior Boundary (F)
Exterior Boundary A—Off Track Error E—AutoTrac Status Pie
B—Track number F— Interior Boundary
Swath Control Section Status Bar (G) C—Guidance Icon G—Swath Control Section
D—GPS Indicator Status Bar
NOTE: Some softkeys only appear when the
hardware or functions associated with those
buttons are connected or available, such as
the AutoTrac controls.
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AutoTrac Steer ON/OFF – Enables and disables AutoTrac
AutoTrac Steer ON/OFF
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Increase AutoTrac Steering Sensitivity
The Steering Sensitivity value may also be entered on
the AutoTrac settings page.
Increase AutoTrac Steering Sensitivity
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Decrease AutoTrac Steering Sensitivity
Decrease AutoTrac Steering Sensitivity
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Recording ON/OFF – Turns coverage recording ON and
OFF when Manual recording source is selected.
Recording ON/OFF
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ShiftTrack – Go to the following Shift Track Controls.
Shift Track is used to adjust position of machine left,
center, or right of the set track. Shift track can be used to
compensate for GPS drift. Drift is inherent to any satellite
based, differentially corrected GPS system.
ShiftTrack
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Shift Track Left
Shift Track Left
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Shift Track Right
Shift Track Right
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Shift Track Center
Shift Track Center
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Clear Shifts
Clear Shifts
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Back to Run Page Softkeys
Back button
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Map Controls – Go to the following Map Controls
Map Controls
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Toggle Mapping Mode
Toggle Mapping Mode
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Pan Map Up
Pan Map Up
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Pan Map Left
Pan Map Left
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Pan Map Right
Pan Map Right
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Pan Map Down
Pan Map Down
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Toggle Map Size – Selecting this button increases the
map to full screen, hiding the softkeys. Select the button
again to decrease the maps size and show the softkeys.
Toggle Map Size
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Zoom Out
Zoom Out
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Zoom In
Zoom In
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Center Map – Centers the map on the vehicle.
Center Map
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Back to Run Page Softkeys
Back Button
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Swath Control ON/OFF Toggle
Swath Control ON/OFF Toggle
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GreenStar – Go to GreenStar Main Page
GreenStar Main Page
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Enabling AutoTrac
The following criteria must be met for AutoTrac to be
enabled:
• Vehicle has an AutoTrac capable steering controller Steer On/Off Softkey
(SSU)
• Valid AutoTrac Activation (26 digit Activation Code)
• SSU has no active faults pertaining to the steering
• Setup Wizard is complete and a guidance track has
function.
been created. See the GETTING STARTED section
earlier in this manual for Setup Wizard information • Hydraulic oil warmer than minimum temperature
and see the sections on each Guidance Mode for • Tractors - above 20°C (68°F)
information on creating guidance tracks. • Forward vehicle speed is less than 30 km/h (18.6 mph)
• Correct StarFire signal level for AutoTrac Activation is • Reverse speed is less than 10 km/h (6 mph)
selected (SF1, SF2, or RTK) and a valid GPS signal To Enable AutoTrac, select the Steer On/Off softkey
is acquired. located on the Run Page. This softkey will disable
• TCM turned on and TCM message is valid AutoTrac if selected again.
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AutoTrac Status Pie
The AutoTrac Status Pie is shown at the bottom of the
Run Page as a quick diagnostic indicator.
INSTALLED (1/4 of pie)—AutoTrac SSU and all other
necessary hardware are installed. Installed
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CONFIGURED (2/4 of pie)—Valid AutoTrac Activation,
Tracking Mode has been determined and a valid Track
0 has been established. Correct StarFire signal level
for AutoTrac Activation is selected (SF1, SF2, or RTK).
Vehicle conditions met.
Configured
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ENABLED (3/4 of pie)—Steer On/Off softkey has been
selected.
Enabled
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ACTIVATED (4/4 of pie with “A”)—Resume switch is
pressed and AutoTrac is steering the vehicle.
Activated
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Reactivating AutoTrac on Next Pass
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Tracking
A—Track 0 C—Track Spacing E—Track Heading Error
B—Track 1 South D—Off-Track Lateral Error
Once the end of the row is reached, the operator must • Vehicle heading is within 80° of desired track.
turn system to next pass. By turning steering wheel, • The machine is within 40% of track spacing
AutoTrac is deactivated. • Operator is seated.
AutoTrac can be activated again by pressing Resume
• TCM is on.
Switch only after following conditions are met: NOTE: The Track Number that is displayed at the top
of the RUN PAGE changes at half the distance
• Forward vehicle speed is less than 30 km/h (18.6 mph) between two guidance tracks.
• Reverse speed is less than 10 km/h (6 mph).
• In reverse AutoTrac will remain activated for 45
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Deactivating AutoTrac

Steer On/Off Softkey
To turn off AutoTrac, toggle STEER ON/OFF
softkey on the RUN PAGE.
• Selecting the STEER ON/OFF button.
AutoTrac system can be made DEACTIVE by the • Operator out of seat for more than 7 seconds.
following methods: • Activated in neutral longer than 30 seconds.
• In reverse for longer than 45 seconds.
• Turning steering wheel. • Reverse speed exceeds 9.6 km/h (6 mph).
• Exceeding speed of 30 km/h (18.6 mph).
• Degradation of differential correction signal from SF2 or
RTK to WAAS/ EGNOS for longer than 3 minutes.
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StarFire
Menu Button
SF3000 Button
tractor

B—Fore/Aft
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Guidance Settings
Optimal performance of the GreenStar system usually
requires adjustment of settings. Access Guidance settings
to customize your user experience and optimize the
system performance. GreenStar Main Page
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General Settings
Turning View - assists the operator view the next track
when turning around. To turn ON/OFF, select / unselect
check box. Settings
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Turn Predictor - alerts operator by predicting the end of
pass. To turn ON/ OFF, select / unselect check box.
Tracking Tones – provide an audible indication off-track
error. To turn ON/ OFF, select / unselect check box. To Guidance Settings
change distance at which tracking tones make a sound,
select input field, scroll the thumb wheel to the desired
value, and press Enter. Values between 10—60 cm Parallel Tracking only. To turn ON/OFF, select / unselect
(4—24 in.) may be entered. check box.
Lead Compensation – shows how far down current track

guidance looks to for such things as turns. It is used with
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Shift Track – is used to adjust the position of guidance

tracks left or right to compensate for GPS drift. This
setting will turn shifts ON/OFF, select small shifts or large
shifts, and change the distance of each shift.
Shifts Off – Check the box to turn shifts OFF.
Small Shifts – Select Small Shifts to use a Shift Size of
1—30 cm (0.4—12 in.).
Large Shifts – Select Large Shifts to use a Shift Size of
1— 410cm (12-161.5 in.). Large Shifts are disabled when
AutoTrac is active or when operating in Adaptive Curve
Track mode.
Shift Size – Distance that tracks shift when SHIFT LEFT
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or SHIFT RIGHT buttons are selected.
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AutoTrac Settings
NOTE: AutoTrac Settings only appear on the display
in machines that are AutoTrac capable.
Steering Sensitivity—Allows AutoTrac users to adjust Increase Steering Sensitivity

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the vehicle’s steering sensitivity. To adjust steering
sensitivity select the input box and enter the desired
steering sensitivity value via numeric keypad and select
the enter button. The sensitivity can also be adjusted up
or down by selecting the Increase Steering Sensitivity and Decrease Steering Sensitivity
Decrease Steering Sensitivity softkeys on the Run Page.
NOTE: Valid range for steer sensitivity is 50 - 200 with
200 being the most aggressive setting.
StarFire Height (in.) and StarFire Fore-Aft (in.) are

described on the next page.
NOTE: When seat switch is chosen, the external seat
switch must be plugged into the AutoTrac Controller
wiring harness. If operator leaves the seat for more
than 7 seconds AutoTrac will be deactivated.
NOTE: When activity monitor is chosen, the AutoTrac

Controller will look for operator activity every seven
minutes. Operator will get a time out warning 15
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seconds before AutoTrac will deactivate. Pressing
resume will reset activity monitor timer.
IMPORTANT: Use AutoTrac Controller only on Ap-

proved Vehicles – see www.StellarSupport.com
for list of approved vehicles
It is important that the operator stay seated
while vehicle is moving.
A—Steer Sensitivity B—Accept
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The Advanced AutoTrac Settings button will only be
visible on GreenStar Settings when an SSU that supports
Advanced AutoTrac Integrated settings is detected.
The Accept button saves and applies the current settings
and returns the user to the previous page. The Restore
Default Settings button will set all settings to the factory
default value. See each setting for its default value. The
‘?’ button will display a popup with help text for the specific
setting.
A—Help G—Steering Response Rate

B—Input Box H—Curve Sensitivity
C—Steer Sensitivity I— Acquire Sensitivity
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D—Line Sensitivity Heading J— Restore Default Settings
E—Line Sensitivity Tracking K—Next Page
F— Heading Lead L— Accept
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A—Lateral Error C—Previous Page

B—Heading Error D—Accept
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Troubleshooting—GS2 Display 1800
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Trouble Codes
Select TROUBLE CODES button, a list of controllers will
appear and controllers with diagnostic codes are indicated.
MENU button
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Individual controllers can be accessed by navigating with
rotary thumb wheel and selected by pressing ENTER
button, to view codes for that controller.
Codes can also be displayed for all controllers by selecting

SHOW ALL button with rotary thumb wheel and pressing
ENTER button. Codes can be relayed to a John Deere MESSAGE CENTER button (With Info Icon)
dealer to assist in diagnosing machine problems. PC8669 —UN—05AUG05
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MESSAGE CENTER button >> DIAGNOSTIC
ADDRESSES softkey >> DEVICE drop down box >>
“VT;.001 Implement”
MESSAGE CENTER button

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COMPONENTS AND SOFTWARE VERSIONS softkey SOFTWARE INFORMATION softkey

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MESSAGES softkey DIAGNOSTIC ADDRESSES softkey

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TROUBLE CODES softkey Electronic CONTROL UNIT INFORMATION softkey

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BUS INFORMATION softkey
Message center will display all active alarm messages.

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Guidance Alarms
SSU Communication Error No communication with vehicle steering controller (SSU). Check vehicle for diagnostic codes and contact
your John Deere Dealer.
Turn Predictor Turned On Turn predictor is turned ON. Use the check box to turn it OFF
AutoTrac Deactivated AutoTrac system deactivates when operator is out of seat for more than 5 seconds
AutoTrac The operator is responsible for collision avoidance. Turn AutoTrac OFF before entering roadways.
Data Card Problem! A data card must be inserted in the compact flash drive with the door closed to use the GreenStar2 Pro
application.
No Setup Data! Setup data for the GreenStar2 Pro application could not be found on the data card. The GreenStar2 Pro
application will not be available until a data card with setup data is inserted
AutoTrac SSU Software See your John Deere Dealer for SSU update.
Incompatible
Communication Error Communication problem with controller. Check connections to controller.
Mobile Processor Detected Mobile Processor Detected on CAN Bus. GreenStar Application is disabled. Remove mobile processor
and cycle power to enable GreenStar application.
GPS Communication Problem No communication with GPS receiver. Check connections at GPS receiver.
Tracking Inaccurate The GPS receiver must be set to report at the 5Hz message output rate. Confirm settings on GPS receiver
and change output to 5Hz,
Invalid Boundary An invalid boundary has been recorded. You may continue recording or clear the current boundary and start
recording again.
Activation Error Invalid activation code. Please reenter activation code.
Invalid Filter All the fields that are required to be filled out based on the Totals Type Selected have not been filled out.
Flags of Same Selection Selected the Flags of same name and mode.
Name Already Exists The name you have entered already exists in this list. Please enter a new name.
Alarms
GPS Communication Problem No communication with GPS receiver. Check connection at GPS receiver and perform operation again.
Curve Track Memory Full Internal memory available for Curve Track is full. Data must be cleared to continue Curve Track Operation.
Clear curved track data from system
AutoTrac Disabled AutoTrac SF1 license cannot operate with current StarFire software. Update StarFire software to operate
AutoTrac.
AutoTrac Disabled AutoTrac SF1 license cannot operate while SF2 corrections are turned on. Turn SF2 corrections off to
operate AutoTrac.
License Problem No license available for the selected tracking mode. Previous tracking mode will be selected.
Duplicate Name Name already exists. Select another name.
Curve Track Recording Curve Track recording in progress. Cannot perform operation until recording is turned off.
Circle Definition Problem There was an internal error during Circle definition. Redefine the circle.
Circle Definition Problem Communication with GPS receiver was lost during circle definition. Redefine the circle once communication
has been re-established.
Circle Definition Problem Center point is too far. Select another center point.
A-B Line Definition Problem There was an internal error during A-B line definition. Redefine the A-B line.
A-B Line Definition Problem A timeout occurred during A-B line definition. Redefine the A-B line.
A-B Line Definition Problem A and B points of the A-B line are too close. Perform operation again.
Loss of GPS While Recording GPS has been lost while recording the boundary. Point logging will resume when the GPS signal returns. This
Boundary may result in an inaccurate boundary.
Data Card Full Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
Data Card 90% Full Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
No Memory No Memory available for Curve Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
Low Memory Low Memory available for Curve Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
No Memory No Memory available for Straight Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
No Memory No Memory available for Circle Track. Unload and cleanup data card or insert new data card.
Circle Definition Problem The distance from the vehicle to the center point is greater than 1 mile. Select another center point or drive
another circle.
Zero All Totals You have decided to zero all totals for the selected filter.
Incorrect RS232 Controller Model The RS232 controller model selected is incorrect. Please verify and reenter manufacturer and model number.
Selected
Prescription Error Controller is not setup to accept prescriptions.
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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 Error Controller will only operate when using metric units.
Controller Unit of Measure Error Controller will only operate when using English (US) units.
Controller Unit of Measure Error Controller will only operate when using metric or English (US) units.
Controller Operation Error Invalid operation selected for controller.
Prescription Warning Out of field prescription rate is now being applied.
Prescription Warning Loss of GPS signal has occurred. Loss of GPS prescription rate is now being applied.
Prescription Warning Controller does not support selected prescription.
INFO
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AutoTrac Deactivation Message why AutoTrac deactivated. Messages are also displayed
as to why AutoTrac did not activate. The deactivation
AutoTrac deactivation message–Each time AutoTrac messages display for 3 seconds and then disappear.
is deactivated text is displayed indicating the reason
AutoTrac Deactivation Message
Deactivation Message Description
Steering wheel moved Operator turned steering wheel
Speed too slow Vehicle speed is below minimum required speed
Speed too fast Vehicle speed is above maximum allowed speed
Invalid gear Vehicle operating in an invalid gear
Track number changed Track number changed
Invalid GPS signal SF1, SF2, or RTK signal was lost
SSU fault See John Deere dealer
Invalid display messages Check display settings
Invalid display settings Check guidance settings and Track 0 setup
No AutoTrac Activation No AutoTrac Activation on GS2
Heading error too large Vehicle is at an angle greater than 45 degrees from track
Offtrack error too large Vehicle not within 40% of track spacing
Out of seat Out of seat too long
Oil temp too cold Hydraulic oil not above minimum required temperature
No TCM corrections Make sure TCM is turned on
Invalid SSU activation Need SSU activation code.
See John Deere dealer.
SSU in diagnostic mode Fuse is in diagnostic slot in vehicle fuse box. remove fuse.
Header off Header was turned off
Road mode In transport gear
Invalid SSU voltage See John Deere dealer
Reverse timeout In reverse gear for more than 45 seconds
Vehicle too slow AutoTrac below minimum speed
Curve too sharp Maximum curvature has been exceeded
Vehicle not moving in a forward direction Vehicle must be in forward gear to activate
Vehicle shutting down Vehicle is shutting down
Gear data error See John Deere dealer
Resume switch error See John Deere dealer
Keyswitch error See John Deere dealer
SPFH AutoTrac switch is not on Make sure SPFH AutoTrac switch is turned on
SPFH Quick Stop switch is on Make sure SPFH Quick Stop switch is turned off
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NOTE: Diagnostic addresses are available to access
specific diagnostic information. This information
can assist the John Deere Dealer in diagnosing
problems. Different device controllers can be MENU button
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selected from drop-down box, as shown.
Select DIAGNOSTIC ADDRESSES button. The

number of devices available will depend upon machine
configuration. The list of addresses can be scrolled up or
down with rotary thumb wheel. Selecting an address will
show data for that address.

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Address Number Address Name

008 Unswitched Power Supply Voltage
009 Switched Power Supply Voltage
010 Unit Internal Temperature
011 Vehicle CAN - Bus Status
012 Vehicle CAN - CAN HIGH Voltage
013 Vehicle CAN - CAN LOW Voltage
015 Implement CAN - Bus Status
016 Implement CAN - CAN HIGH Voltage
017 Implement CAN - CAN LOW Voltage
018 Flash Wear Count
019 Hours of Operation
020 1.5 v Regulated Power Supply Voltage
023 Radar Input Status
024 Implement Switch Status
025 External Analog Input Voltage
026 Compact Flash Drive Status
028 CCD Bus - Bus Status
029 CCD Bus - Positive Voltage
030 CCD Bus - Negative Voltage
031 Bezel Key Status
032 Real Time Clock (RTC)
033 Maximum Sleep Time
038 Synchronize Brightness
039 Daytime Luminance
040 Daytime Luminance Balance Ratio
041 Nighttime Luminance
042 Nighttime Luminance Balance Ratio
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Address Number Address Name

043 Internal Speaker Volume
044 Display ISO Function Instance
045 Settings - Country Code
046 Settings - Language Code
047 Settings - Numeric Format
048 Settings - Date Format
049 Settings - Time Format
050 Settings - Units of Distance
051 Settings - Units of Area
052 Settings - Units of Volume
053 Settings - Units of Mass
054 Settings - Units of Temperature
055 Settings - Units of Pressure
056 Settings - Units of Force
057 Settings - GPS Time Sync
058 Settings - Current Date
059 Settings - Current Time
060 Radar Calibration Constant
227 Boot Block Program Part Number (Software)
228 Boot Block Program Version Number (Software)
231 Board Service Package Part Number (Software)
232 Board Service Package Version Number (Software)
233 Virtual Terminal Part Number (Software)
234 Virtual Terminal Version Number (Software)
235 Device Part Number (Hardware)
236 Device Serial Number (Hardware)
247 Current Vehicle Model Number
248 Current Vehicle Serial Number
249 Original Vehicle Model Number
250 Original Vehicle Serial Number
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Specifications
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 Certification Method

Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC Self certified, per Annex II of the Directive
Name and address of the person in the European Community authorized to compile the technical construction file:
Brigitte Birk
Deere & Company European Office
John Deere Strasse 70
Mannheim, Germany D-68163
EUConformity@johndeere.com
Place of declaration: Kaiserslautern, Germany Name: Aaron Senneff
Date of declaration: 29 July, 2011 Title: Engineering Manager, John Deere Intelligent Solutions
Group
Manufacturing unit: John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group
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Index
Page Page
A Diagnostics
Addresses ...................................................... 45-1, 45-5
AccuGuide Isolation Valve.......................................... 05-4 AutoTrac ................................................................. 45-3
Acquire Sensitivity ........................................... 25-16, 30-8 GPS ........................................................................ 45-3
Acquired Sensitivity .................................................... 30-3 SSU......................................................................... 45-3
Activating AutoTrac .................................................... 25-3 Trouble Codes ...................................... 20-3, 35-3, 45-1
Addresses
Diagnostics .................................................... 45-1, 45-5 G
Advanced Settings...................................................... 30-5
Acquire Sensitivity........................................ 25-16, 30-8 Guidance
Curve Sensitivity .......................................... 25-16, 30-8 Warnings................................................................. 45-3
Heading Lead.......................................................... 30-7 Guidance Warnings .................................................... 35-1
Line Sensitivity Heading........................................ 25-14
Line Sensitivity Tracking .............................. 25-13, 30-6 H
Optimizing AutoTrac Controller Performance ......... 25-6
Steer Play ............................................................. 25-15 Heading Error Meter ................................................. 25-10
Steering Response Rate......................................... 30-7 Heading Lead ............................................................. 30-7
Steering Wheel Speed .......................................... 25-15
AutoSense Sensor...................................................... 15-6 L
AutoTrac ..................................................................... 25-3
Activating System ................................. 25-1, 30-1, 40-1 Line Sensitivity
Activation ................................................................ 25-3 Heading................................................................... 30-3
Advanced Settings .................................................. 25-6 Tracking .................................................................. 30-3
Deactivating System ...................................... 25-2, 30-2 Line Sensitivity Heading .................................. 25-14, 30-5
Enabling System ................................... 25-1, 30-1, 40-1 Line Sensitivity Tracking.................................. 25-13, 30-6
Setup....................................................................... 25-3
Status Pie................................................................ 25-3
Steering
M
Sensitivity ............................................................ 25-5
Master Switch ............................................................. 15-2
Tractor
Conditions for Activation.................................... 15-12
AutoTrac Controller O
Calibration............................................................... 15-5
Compatibility ........................................................... 15-2 Operation (AutoTrac Controller)
General Information ................................................ 15-1 Activity Monitor........................................................ 15-4
Performance AutoTrac Settings ................................................... 15-3
Optimizing ......................................................... 25-13 Operator Detection Timeout.................................... 15-4
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 20-1 Operator Presense ..................................................... 30-3
C S
Calibration Setup
AutoTrac Controller................................................. 15-5 AutoTrac ................................................................. 25-3
Valve Calibration ..................................................... 15-9 StarFire Fore-Aft......................................................... 30-3
Callibration StarFire Height ........................................................... 30-3
Wheel Angle Sensor ............................................... 15-6 StarFire Height / Fore-Aft ..........................................40-11
Combine Status Pie
AutoTrac AutoTrac ................................................................. 25-3
Start-Up Screen................................................... 40-1 Steer Asymmetry ........................................................ 30-3
Curve Sensitivity..................................... 25-16, 30-3, 30-8 Steer Play ........................................................ 25-15, 30-3
Steer Wheel Speed .................................................... 30-3
Steering
D On/Off ..................................................................... 25-4
Sensitivity................................................................ 25-5
Diagnostic Addresses........................................ 35-2, 45-5 Adjusting.............................................................. 25-5
Diagnostic Readings Steering Response Rate ............................................ 30-7
AutoTrac Controller................................................. 20-2 Steering Wheel Speed.............................................. 25-15
Continued on next page
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Page
T
Tractor
AutoTrac
Conditions for Activation.................................... 15-12
Trouble Codes .......................................... 20-3, 35-3, 45-1
Troubleshooting
AutoTrac ................................................................. 45-3
AutoTrac Universal ................................................. 20-1
Diagnostic Addresses .................................... 45-1, 45-5
GPS ........................................................................ 45-3
SSU......................................................................... 45-3
Trouble Codes ...................................... 20-3, 35-3, 45-1
Troubleshooting (AutoTrac Controller)
Stop Codes ............................................................. 20-5
Trouble Codes ........................................................ 20-3
Tuning Recommendations.......................................... 25-6
Tuning Tips, Tricks, and Precautions........................ 30-10
V
Valve Calibration......................................................... 15-9
Vehicle Type ............................................................... 30-3
W
Warnings
Guidance................................................................. 35-1
Wheel Angle Sensor................................................... 15-6
Wheel Angle Sensor Calibration................................. 15-6
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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 are
many ways to order. Contact your John Deere dealer.
Call 1-800-522-7448 to order using a credit card. Search
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online from http://www.JohnDeere.com. Please have
available the model number, serial number, and name of
the product.
Available information includes:
• PARTS CATALOGS list service parts available for your
machine with exploded view illustrations to help you
identify the correct parts. It is also useful in assembling
and disassembling.
• OPERATOR’S MANUALS providing safety, operating,
maintenance, and service information. These manuals
and safety signs on your machine may also be available
in other languages.
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safety, operating, maintenance, and service information.
These tapes may be available in multiple languages
and formats.
• TECHNICAL MANUALS outlining service information
for your machine. Included are specifications, illustrated
assembly and disassembly procedures, hydraulic oil
flow diagrams, and wiring diagrams. Some products
have separate manuals for repair and diagnostic
information. Some components, such as engines, are
available in separate component technical manuals
• FUNDAMENTAL MANUALS detailing basic information
regardless of manufacturer:
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selection, and compliance.
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repair and maintain off-road equipment.
- Fundamentals of Machine Operation manuals
explain machine capacities and adjustments, how to
improve machine performance, and how to eliminate
unnecessary field operations.
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John Deere Is At Your Service
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION is important to John Deere.
Our dealers strive to provide you with prompt, efficient
parts and service:
–Maintenance and service parts to support your
equipment.
–Trained service technicians and the necessary diagnostic
and repair tools to service your equipment.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROBLEM RESOLUTION

PROCESS
2. Discuss problem with dealer service manager.
Your John Deere dealer is dedicated to supporting your 3. If unable to resolve, explain problem to dealership
equipment and resolving any problem you may experience. manager and request assistance.
1. When contacting your dealer, be prepared with the 4. If you have a persistent problem your dealership is
following information: unable to resolve, ask your dealer to contact John Deere
for assistance. Or contact the Ag Customer Assistance
–Machine model and product identification number Center at 1-866-99DEERE (866-993-3373) or e-mail us at
www.deere.com/en_US/ag/contactus/.
–Date of purchase
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Safety StarFire ..............................................................30-2

Safety Signs GS2 Display 1800

GS2 Display 2600

Original Instructions. All information, illustrations and specifications in this

Understand Signal Words

Follow Safety Instructions

Practice Safe Maintenance

Handle Electronic Components and Brackets

Use Seat Belt Properly

Use AutoTrac Controller on Approved Vehicles

Inspect AccuGuide Pressure

All operators must be familiar with AutoTrac system and

AutoTrac Controller Compatibility

AFS AccuGuide, Case, Magnum, MX, New Holland, and IntelliSteer

A—OFF Position B—ON Position

The Activity Monitor will monitor the status of the operator

Operator Detection Timeout

• Calibration procedure will require a large, open, level

• Each calibration step allows three failures before that

• If the calibration procedure fails, the system will use the

Before beginning calibration, drive the machine until the

Wheel Angle Sensor Calibration

Follow the on screen instructions for the next five steps.

Once sensor is detected, select Next to continue.

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Turn wheel until LEFT stop, then select Next button.

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Turn wheel back to CENTER with wheels straight, then

Drive in a straight line at or above 16 km/h (10 mph) until

NOTE: Keep steering corrections to a minimum. Steering

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Once System has passed the wheel angle sensor

A—Wheel Angle Sensor B—Valve Calibration

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Turn steering wheel back to center with wheels straight,

Calibrating Left Calibrating Right

NOTE: Moving the steering wheel until instructed

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Once all steps have been completed, the system will

A—Wheel Angle Sensor B—Valve Calibration

If calibration failure persists, check the Message Center

A—Wheel Angle Sensor B—Valve Calibration

Necessary Conditions for Activating

Off-Track Track Heading

Track Track No. changes at 50%

AutoTrac may not become available until hydraulic

Check for blown fuses in ATC wiring

No differential Correction Establish differential correction

No GPS Establish signal

Read the latest Operator Manual prior to operation.

Individual controllers can be accessed by pressing

MESSAGE CENTER button (With Info Icon)

TROUBLE CODES softkey

SPN FMI Description

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