John Deere Excavator

Grade Guidance and

SmartGrade™
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*OMT473969X01*

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
John Deere Excavator Grade Guidance
and SmartGrade™
OMT473969X019 ISSUE G2 (ENGLISH)

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 Introduction
Foreword
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate
and service the attachment correctly. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or equipment damage. This
manual and safety signs on the attachment may also be
available in other languages. See an authorized John
Deere dealer to order.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent
part of the attachment and should remain with the
attachment.
MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both
metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only
correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch
fasteners may require a specific metric or inch wrench.
RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined by
facing in the direction of forward travel.
WRITE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)
in the Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers section.
Copyright
Certain contents in this manual are copyrighted by Topcon
Positioning Systems, Inc. All rights are reserved. Only use
manual for purposes of care and operation of the product.
Do not use the manual for other purposes to access, copy,
store, display, create derivative works of, sell, modify,
To the Customer
This supplementary operator’s manual applies to
excavators equipped with the SmartGrade™ option. This
supplementary operator’s manual is to be used with the
original machine operator’s manual. This operator’s
SmartGrade is a trademark of Deere & Company
John Deere Online Grade Management
Resource
The Go Grade website is available for machines equipped
with SmartGrade™ and other grade management
systems.
SmartGrade is a trademark of Deere & Company
Accurately record all the numbers to help in tracing
the attachment should the attachment be stolen. An
authorized John Deere dealer also needs these numbers
when parts are ordered. File the identification numbers in
a secure place off the attachment.
WARRANTY is provided as part of John Deere's support
program for customers who operate and maintain their
equipment as described in this manual. The warranty is
explained on the warranty certificate, which should have
been received from the dealer.
This warranty provides the assurance that John Deere will
back John Deere products where defects appear within
the warranty period. In some circumstances, John Deere
also provides field improvements, often without charge
to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty.
Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change
the attachment’s performance beyond the original factory
specifications, the warranty will become void and field
improvements may be denied.
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publish, distribute, or allow any third party access to any
graphics, content, information or data in this manual
without express written consent of copyright owner.
Certain information and data in this manual are a valuable
asset of TPS and are developed by the expenditure of
considerable work, time and money, and are the result of
original selection, coordination and arrangement by TPS.
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manual includes additional information not included in the
basic operator’s manual.
NOTE: This machine has not been approved for
travel on public roads.
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John Deere Go Grade website:
http://GoGrade.Deere.com/
This website provides supplemental information to this
operator’s manual and can be visited for a variety of
accurate and up-to-date reference material.
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 Introduction

John Deere Online Bookstore

The Technical Service Information Bookstore is available
for John Deere Construction & Forestry, and Waratah
products.
Technical information can be purchased from John Deere.
Publications are available in print, PDF download, or PDF
on DVD formats.
Orders can be made using one of the following:
• John Deere Technical Information Store:
http://www.johndeeretechinfo.com/
• Call 1-866-213-3373
• Contact an authorized John Deere dealer

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Available information includes:
• PARTS CATALOGS listing service parts available
for machines with exploded view illustrations to help
identify the correct parts. It is also useful in assembling
and disassembling.
• OPERATOR’S MANUALS providing safety, operating,
maintenance, and service information. John Deere Online Bookstore
• TECHNICAL MANUALS outlining service information
for machines. Included are specifications, illustrated • TRAINING GUIDES AND VIDEOS covering
assembly and disassembly procedures, hydraulic oil components, preventative maintenance, operation
flow diagrams, and wiring diagrams. Some products safety, and demonstration tips.
have separate manuals for repair and diagnostic
information. Some components, such as engines, are
available in a separate component technical manual.
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 Contents
Page
Safety
Recognize Safety Information ...........................1-1-1
Follow Safety Instructions..................................1-1-1
Operate Only If Qualified ...................................1-1-1
Wear Protective Equipment...............................1-1-2
Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications.......1-1-2
Prevent Fires .....................................................1-1-3
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling
and Disposal of Fluids and Components ......1-1-4
Notes About Making Settings ............................1-1-4
Avoid Work Site Hazards...................................1-1-5
Positional Awareness While Operating .............1-1-5
Do Not Look Directly at a Laser.........................1-1-6
Disassembly and Assembly...............................1-1-6
Securing the Monitor .........................................1-1-6
Operation—Operator’s Station
Display Unit Functions.......................................2-1-1
Pilot Control Levers ...........................................2-1-2
Remove and Install Global Navigation
Satellite System (GNSS)
Receivers—If Equipped ................................2-1-3
Operation—Operating the Machine
Before Starting Work .........................................2-2-1
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting ..............2-2-1
Check Instruments Before Starting....................2-2-2
Parking the Machine..........................................2-2-3
Do Not Use High Impact Hydraulic
Attachments ..................................................2-2-3
Operation—Operator Interface Display
Display Unit Start-Up .........................................2-3-1
Main Display and Functions ..............................2-3-2
Keyboard Functions...........................................2-3-5
Changing Language ..........................................2-3-5
Changing Screen Brightness.............................2-3-6
Data Menu .........................................................2-3-7
Data Menu—Projects ........................................2-3-8
Data Menu—Control—3D Control
Mode Only.....................................................2-3-9
Data Menu—Layers—3D Control Mode Only ..2-3-11
Data Menu—Points—3D Control Mode Only ..2-3-13
Surface File Types...........................................2-3-14
Surface Files—Display, Edit, and Delete.........2-3-15
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.
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Create Flat or Sloped Surface
Files—3D Control Mode Only .....................2-3-17
Create Crown Road Surface Files—3D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-21
Create Triangulated Surfaces From
Topo Survey File—3D Control Mode Only ..2-3-23
Raise or Lower Existing Surface—3D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-24
Subgrade Existing Alignment—3D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-25
Create 2D Slope Surface Files—2D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-26
Data Menu—Active..........................................2-3-30
Data Menu—Import/Export..............................2-3-30
Control Menu ...................................................2-3-31
Control Menu—Machine Setup .......................2-3-32
Control Menu—Elevation Reference ...............2-3-39
Control Menu—Steer Indication—3D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-40
Control Menu—Virtual Warnings—Auto
Control Only ................................................2-3-41
Control Menu—Automatics—Auto
Control Only ................................................2-3-45
Control Menu—Attachment .............................2-3-46
Control Menu—Attachment Hitch
Length Setting .............................................2-3-50
Control Menu—2D Options—2D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-50
Control Menu—3D/2D Mode ...........................2-3-50
Control Menu—Auto Control/Guidance Only...2-3-50
Control Menu—Restart Connection.................2-3-51
Tools Menu ......................................................2-3-51
Tools Menu—Configure
Radios—GNSS Antenna Only ....................2-3-52
Tools Menu—Position Check—3D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-54
Tools Menu—Navigate—3D Control
Mode Only...................................................2-3-55
Tools Menu—Topo Survey—3D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-56
Tools Menu—Creating 2D Slopes—2D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-58
Tools Menu—Supervisor Mode .......................2-3-61
View Menu.......................................................2-3-62
View Menu—Layout ........................................2-3-63
View Menu—Display Options ..........................2-3-64
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DEERE & COMPANY
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All rights reserved.
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Working Surface Display Options....................2-3-65 Display Problems...............................................4-2-2

Alignment Display Options—3D
Control Mode Only ......................................2-3-66 Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers
Point Display Options—3D Control Record Display Unit Serial Number...................4-3-1
Mode Only...................................................2-3-67 Record MC-X1 Controller Serial Number ..........4-3-1
Light Bar Display Options ................................2-3-67 Record Function A Controller Serial Number ....4-3-1
Enable/Disable Shortcut Icons ........................2-3-68 Record Function B Controller Serial Number ....4-3-2
Background Color Display ...............................2-3-69 Record Radio Receiver Serial Number .............4-3-2
Display Units Options ......................................2-3-69 Record Body Sensor Serial Number .................4-3-3
Indicator Display Options.................................2-3-70 Record Boom Sensor Serial Number ................4-3-3
View Menu—About..........................................2-3-70 Record Arm Sensor Serial Number ...................4-3-4
Record Bucket Sensor Serial Number...............4-3-4
SmartGrade™ Remote Support Website Record Laser Catcher Serial
At a Glance (Support Desk)...............................2-4-1 Number—If Equipped....................................4-3-4
Accessing the Remote Support Website ...........2-4-1 Record Global Navigation Satellite
Managing Remote Support Account Access .....2-4-1 System (GNSS) Receiver Serial
Viewing, Filtering, and Sorting Paired Numbers—If Equipped..................................4-3-5
Client Devices ...............................................2-4-2 Keep Proof of Ownership ..................................4-3-5
Finding the Remote Support Desk Number.......2-4-5
Configuring the Remote Support Desk..............2-4-6
Managing Pairings.............................................2-4-9
Providing Support ............................................2-4-10
Remote View ...................................................2-4-11
Remote Control ...............................................2-4-12
Remote File Management ...............................2-4-13
Remote MC-X Configuration ...........................2-4-17
Responding to Support Requests....................2-4-18
Providing Unsolicited Support .........................2-4-20

SmartGrade™ Remote Support On-Machine

Client
At a Glance (Client Device) ...............................2-5-1
Opening Client Device Menu.............................2-5-1
Pairing To A Support Desk ................................2-5-1
Editing Pairing Tags...........................................2-5-3
Reviewing and Modifying Support
Desk Pairing..................................................2-5-4
Request Support................................................2-5-5
Specifying Optional Dates and Times
to Receive Support........................................2-5-6
Closing Support Requests.................................2-5-7
Viewing and Terminating Active
Support Sessions ..........................................2-5-8
Unpairing From a Support Desk ........................2-5-9
Usage of Remote Support ...............................2-5-10
Basic Remote Support Troubleshooting..........2-5-10

Miscellaneous—Other Options
Isolating a Surface.............................................4-1-1
GNSS Information—GNSS Antenna Only.........4-1-1
Add/Edit/Delete Attachment ..............................4-1-2
Elevation Control ...............................................4-1-6
Slope Control.....................................................4-1-8
Add and Edit Radio Channels—GNSS
Antenna Only ................................................4-1-9

Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting
RTK Communication Problems .........................4-2-1

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Recognize Safety Information
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this

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symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert
for the potential of personal injury.
Follow the precautions and safe operating practices
highlighted by this symbol.
A signal word — DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION —
is used with the safety alert symbol. DANGER identifies
the most serious hazards.
On your machine, DANGER signs are red in color,
WARNING signs are orange, and CAUTION signs are

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yellow. DANGER and WARNING signs are located near
specific hazards. General precautions are on CAUTION
labels.

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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. Use
this operator’s manual for correct safety sign placement.
Be sure that new equipment components and repair parts

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include the current safety signs. Replacement safety
signs are available from your John Deere dealer.
There can be additional safety information contained on
parts and components sourced from suppliers that is not
reproduced in this operator's manual.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and need
Keep your machine in proper working condition.
assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine could impair
the function or safety and affect machine life.
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Operate Only If Qualified machine functions with the machine in an open area
before starting to work.
Do not operate this machine unless the operator's manual
has been read carefully, and you have been qualified by Know and observe all safety rules that may apply to every
supervised training and instruction. work situation and work site.
Operator should be familiar with the job site and
surroundings before operating. Try all controls and
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Wear Protective Equipment

Guard against injury from flying pieces or metal or debris;
wear goggles or safety glasses.
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.

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Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of
the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones
while operating machine.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment
or loss of hearing. Wear suitable hearing protection such
as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or
uncomfortable loud noises. Radio or music headphones
are not suitable to use for hearing protection.
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Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications

John Deere recommends using only genuine John Deere
replacement parts to ensure machine performance.
Never substitute genuine John Deere parts with alternate
parts not intended for the application as these can
create hazardous situations or hazardous performance.
Non-John Deere parts, or any damage or malfunctions
resulting from their use, are not covered by any John
Deere warranty.
Modifications to this machine or addition of unapproved
products or attachments may affect machine stability or
reliability and may create a hazard for the operator or
others near the machine. The installer of any modification
that may affect the electronic controls of this machine is
responsible for establishing that the modification does not
adversely affect the machine or its performance.
Always contact an authorized dealer before making
machine modifications that change the intended use,
weight, or balance of the machine or that alter machine
controls, performance, or reliability.
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Prevent Fires

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Handle Fluids Safely: All fuels, most lubricants, and
some coolant mixtures are flammable. Store flammable
fluids away from fire hazards. Never refuel machine while
smoking or when near sparks or flame.
Clean Machine Regularly: Keep flammable debris
(trash, leaves, twigs, straw, and other debris) and grease
and oil from accumulating in engine compartment and Handle Fuel Safely
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and electrical wiring. Never store oily rags or flammable
materials inside a machine compartment.
Maintain Hoses, Tubes, and Wiring: Replace hoses
and tubes immediately if they begin to leak. Clean up
any oil spills. Examine electrical wiring and connectors
frequently for damage.
Keep a Fire Extinguisher Available: Always keep a
multipurpose fire extinguisher on or near the machine. Clean Machine Regularly
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Know how to use an extinguisher properly.
Be Aware of the Operating Environment: Airborne
debris may contain sparks or embers. Do not operate
near any flame.
Lithium-Ion Battery Safety:
• To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not attempt to
open, disassemble, or service the display unit. Servicing
of this unit is to be performed only by an authorized Carry a Fire Extinguisher
dealer. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the
display unit. Accessing the inside of the equipment will
void the warranty.

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• Do not remove or handle a damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion Polymer battery.
• Do not crush or puncture battery, short battery contacts,
or dispose of battery in fire or water.
• Do not expose to temperatures above 60°C (140°F).
Caution
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Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and

Disposal of Fluids and Components
Safety and environmental stewardship measures must
be taken into account when decommissioning a machine
and/or component. These measures include the following:

• Use appropriate tools and personal protective
equipment such as clothing, gloves, face shields or
glasses, during the removal or handling of objects and
materials.
• Follow instructions for specialized components.
• Release stored energy by lowering suspended machine
elements, relaxing springs, disconnecting the battery
or other electrical power, and releasing pressure in
hydraulic components, accumulators, and other similar
systems.
• Minimize exposure to components which may have
residue from agricultural chemicals, such as fertilizers
and pesticides. Handle and dispose of these
components appropriately.
• Carefully drain engines, fuel tanks, radiators, hydraulic
cylinders, reservoirs, and lines before recycling
components. Use leak-proof containers when draining
fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers.
• Do not pour waste fluids onto the ground, down a drain,
or into any water source.
• Observe all national, state, and local laws, regulations,
or ordinances governing the handling or disposal of
waste fluids (example: oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid);
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filters; batteries; and, other substances or parts.
Burning of flammable fluids or components in other than
specially designed incinerators may be prohibited by law
and could result in exposure to harmful fumes or ashes.
• Service and dispose of air conditioning systems
appropriately. Government regulations may require
a certified service center to recover and recycle air
conditioning refrigerants which could damage the
atmosphere if allowed to escape.
• Evaluate recycling options for tires, metal, plastic,
glass, rubber, and electronic components which may be
recyclable, in part or completely.
• Contact your local environmental or recycling center, or
your John Deere dealer for information on the proper
way to recycle or dispose of waste.
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Notes About Making Settings

Use care when changing the settings.
Place the attachment on the ground and stop the engine
before configuring attachment settings.

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Avoid Work Site Hazards

Avoid contact with overhead obstacles. The height
detection function provides a proximity warning, but does
not stop movement of the boom or arm.

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Avoid Work Site Hazards
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Positional Awareness While Operating

• Always check the surroundings before operating the
touch-panel monitor.
• Do not operate the machine while looking at the monitor.
• Ensure construction plane targets are accurate before

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operating the machine. Failure to do so may cause
contact with underground utilities such as gas lines,
buried cables, or water lines.

Overhead Positional Awareness

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Attachment Positional Awareness

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Do Not Look Directly at a Laser

Laser beams are harmful to the human body and eyes.
Follow the precautions below:
• Never point a laser beam at another person.
• Never look directly or through a lens into a laser emitter.

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Wear appropriate eye protection.

Do Not Look Directly at a Laser

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Disassembly and Assembly
• The system must be calibrated when a system
component, such as a slope sensor, is removed or
installed. Consult an authorized John Deere dealer
about disassembly and assembly. Failure to perform
the system calibration can cause inaccurate boom
position and subsequent contact with underground
utilities or overhead obstacles.
• Use care when removing components for inspection,
maintenance, or to prevent theft. Use appropriate
support devices such as ladders, lifts, or platforms. Do
not use the global navigation satellite system (GNSS)
mast as a handrail.
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Securing the Monitor • Ensure the monitor is clear of the window when opening
and closing the window.
• Before starting work, ensure the monitor is mounted
securely.
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Display Unit Functions
Display Unit
1— Touch Screen 3— Zoom In Button
2— Power/Menu Button 4— Zoom Out Button
CAUTION: Prevent risk of fire. Do not expose the
unit to temperatures above 60°C (140°F).
IMPORTANT: Prevent possible monitor damage.
Never use chemicals to clean display screen.
To ensure proper functionality of monitor,
clean regularly. Lightly wipe display screen
with a damp, clean cloth.
Contact with sharp edges or hard materials
can cause scratches and possible monitor
malfunction. Avoid contacting display screen
with sharp edges or hard materials.
NOTE: This display unit is equipped with an internal
Lithium Ion Polymer 3.7 volt, 7.4 Wh battery.
The display unit is equipped with a touch screen (1) with
touch functionality.
Start the machine. See Check Instruments Before
Starting. (Section 2-2.)
Press and hold the power/menu button (2) for 2 seconds.
The grade indicator LEDs (6) will illuminate, indicating the
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5— Next View Button 7— USB Port
6— Grade Indicator LED (3 used)
unit is starting up. The display unit will turn on and display
a splash screen during the boot-up process. To turn off
display, press and hold power/menu button or turn off the
machine and the display unit will turn off. See Parking
the Machine. (Section 2-2.)
Tap the touch screen to perform a select action.
Pressing and holding on the screen provides additional
options.
To navigate or move to other areas of the map, use the
touch screen and pan to desired area.
Use the zoom in button (3) and zoom out button (4) to
zoom in and out of map views as desired.
The next view button (5) cycles between available map
views.
A single press of the power/menu button while on the
main screen shows the menu options.
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Pilot Control Levers

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Left Pilot Control Lever Right Pilot Control Lever

2— Right Pilot Control Lever
3— Right Pilot Control Lever
Trigger
4— Auxiliary Function Lever
(AFL) (if equipped)
5— Right Pilot Control Lever
Switch A
6— Power Boost Button
7— Left Pilot Control Lever
8— Left Pilot Control Lever
Trigger
9— Proportional Control Switch
10— Left Pilot Control Lever
Switch A
11— Horn Button
12— Pilot Control Shutoff Lever

IMPORTANT: Prevent possible machine damage.

Before operating attachment switch, consult For more information on auxiliary function lever (AFL) (if
the attachment Operator’s Manual for proper equipped) (4), see machine Operator's Manual.
mounting and operation. The horn button (11) is located on the left pilot control
Do not use the auxiliary function lever lever (7).
(AFL) (if equipped) (4) to operate couplers
or similar devices.
Pilot Control Lever Button Functions
Button Button Button Button Button
Function Description
3 8 9 Up 9 Down 10
Press the proportional control switch (9) up to increase
Increment Target
X target offset. Press and hold the proportional control
Depth Offset
switch up for continuous target offset increase.
Press the proportional control switch down to decrease
Decrement Target
X target offset. Press and hold the proportional control
Depth Offset
switch down for continuous target offset decrease.
Press and hold the right pilot control lever trigger (3)
Enable Over-Dig
HOLD* X and press the proportional control switch up to enable
Function
over-dig function.
Press and hold the right pilot control lever trigger and
Enable Bucket
HOLD* X press the proportional control switch down to enable
Control
bucket control.
When in 2D mode, press the left pilot control lever
Set Benchmark X
switch A (10) to set a benchmark.
When in 3D mode, press the left pilot control lever
Record Point X
switch A to record a point.

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Pilot Control Lever Button Functions

Button Button Button Button Button
Function Description
3 8 9 Up 9 Down 10
Change Bucket Press and hold the right pilot control lever trigger and
Reference Focus HOLD* X press the left pilot control lever switch A to cycle bucket
(left, center, or right) focus point from left, center, or right.
Press and hold the right pilot control lever trigger along
Second Function HOLD*
with buttons 9 or 10 to perform a second function.
Activate Automatic
Press the left pilot control lever trigger (8) to activate
Control or Manual X
automatic control or manual mode.
Mode
*HOLD = (>1 s) increment
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Remove and Install Global Navigation

Satellite System (GNSS) Receivers—If
Equipped
When not in use, the global navigation satellite system

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(GNSS) receivers can be removed and stored in a secure
location.
Remove GNSS Receivers
1. Park the machine on a solid, level surface.
2. Place pilot shutoff lever in locked (UP) position and
stop engine.
Main GNSS Receiver
3. Clean storage terminal (3) if necessary.
4. Remove communication jumper harness (4) and install 1— GNSS Receiver 3— Storage Terminal
harness into the storage terminal. 2— Knob 4— Communication Jumper
Harness
5. Install cap on the global navigation system satellite
(GNSS) receiver connector.
6. Loosen knob (2) and remove GNSS receiver (1).
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7. Clean storage terminal (7) if necessary.

8. Remove communication jumper harness (8) and install
harness into the storage terminal.
9. Install cap on the GNSS receiver connector. TX1325325A —UN—20JUN22

10. Loosen knob (6) and remove GNSS receiver (5).

11. Store GNSS receivers in a secure location.

5— GNSS Receiver 7— Storage Terminal

6— Knob 8— Communication Jumper
Harness

Auxiliary GNSS Receiver

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 Operation—Operator’s Station

Install GNSS Receivers

1. Park the machine on a solid, level surface.
2. Place pilot shutoff lever in locked (UP) position and
stop engine.

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IMPORTANT: Prevent possible communication
jumper harness (5) damage. Make sure the
location of the global navigation satellite
system (GNSS) receiver connector (6) does
not strain the harness. Orient GNSS receiver
connector appropriately.

3. Install GNSS receiver (1) onto mast (3). Main GNSS Receiver

4. Tighten knob (2) to secure receiver on the mast.

1— GNSS Receiver 4— Storage Terminal
5. Remove cap from the global navigation satellite 2— Knob 5— Communication Jumper
system (GNSS) receiver connector (6). 3— Mast Harness
6— Connector
6. Remove communication jumper harness (5) from
storage terminal (4) and install harness into connector.
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IMPORTANT: Prevent possible communication

jumper harness (10) damage. Make sure the
location of the GNSS receiver connector (12)
does not strain the harness. Orient GNSS
receiver connector appropriately.

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7. Install GNSS receiver (7) onto mast (9).
8. Tighten knob (8) to secure receiver on the mast.
9. Remove cap from the GNSS receiver connector (12).
10. Remove communication jumper harness (10) from
storage terminal (11) and install harness into connector.
Auxiliary GNSS Receiver
7— GNSS Receiver 10— Communication Jumper
8— Knob Harness
9— Mast 11— Storage Terminal
12— Connector

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 Operation—Operating the Machine
Before Starting Work
Review the operating precautions. See

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Safety—Operating Precautions. (Section 1-3.)
Use seat belt when operating machine. Remember to
fasten seat belt even during brief periods of use.

Reading Operator's Manual

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Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting

IMPORTANT: Prevent inaccurate grade system
measurements. Worn or loose boom, arm,
and bucket components may introduce error
into the grade system and cause inaccurate
grading. Inspect boom, arm, and bucket
components regularly for wear.

See an authorized John Deere dealer if pins, bushings,

and bosses require inspection.
Perform daily maintenance checks. See machine
operator’s manual for more information.
• Inspect radiator and cooler cores (1) for obstructions.
• Clean engine cover (2). 3
• Clean operator’s station (3), check pedals for freedom
of movement, and check fire extinguisher charge (if
equipped).
• Check fuel level. Remove fuel tank cap (4) and fill with 4
proper fuel if necessary.

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Inspect the following before starting:
1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Check for worn or frayed wires
and loose or corroded connections.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM: Check for leaks, missing or loose
clamps, kinked hoses, and lines or hoses that are making 2
contact with each other or other machine parts.
Machine Inspection
FUEL SYSTEM: Check for leaks, missing or loose clamps,
kinked hoses, drain water and sediment from primary and 1— Radiator and Cooler Cores 3— Operator’s Station
auxiliary fuel filters, and lines or hoses that are making 2— Engine Cover 4— Fuel Tank Cap
contact with each other or other machine parts.
HARDWARE: Check for loose or missing parts.
PROTECTIVE DEVICES: Inspect guards, shields,
LUBRICATION: Check lubrication points on Periodic roll-over protective structure (ROPS), and seat belt.
Maintenance Chart. See machine operator’s manual for
more information. SAFETY: Walk around machine to be sure all persons are
away from machine area.
SHEET METAL AND TRACKS: Check for bent, broken,
loose, or missing parts.
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 Operation—Operating the Machine

Check Instruments Before Starting

For more information on engine warm-up procedure in
temperatures below -20°C (-4°F), see machine Operator’s
Manual.

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Before Starting the Engine
• Confirm that battery disconnect switch is in the ON
position.
• Confirm that pilot shutoff lever is in the locked (UP)
position.
• Confirm that all control levers are in the neutral position.
• Confirm that seat is adjusted to allow full pedal and
control lever operation. System Starting Screen
• Confirm that seat belt is in good condition. Replace if ECO
50.0h
4
necessary. 10:00 AM

Turn key switch to the ON position. The system starting H

F
screen (1) displays for approximately 2 seconds, and then E F

the default screen (2) is displayed. E

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C
IMPORTANT: Prevent possible damage to the engine.
Wait until engine preheat indicator (4) is no 2
longer illuminated before starting the machine.

Starting the Engine

CH1
1. Confirm that pilot shutoff lever is in the locked (UP) 24.0˚C FM
VOL
81.3 STMHz
position before starting the machine. Default Screen
2. On the switch panel, move engine speed dial (3) to
L (low idle) position.
3. Sound the horn to alert persons nearby.
IMPORTANT: Prevent starter motor damage. Never
operate the starter for more than 20 seconds.
If engine does not start, return key switch to
OFF position. Wait for approximately 2 minutes
and then try again. After a false start, DO NOT
turn key switch until engine stops.

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4. Turn key switch to the START position. When key is
released, the switch returns to the ON position.
After Starting Check
IMPORTANT: Prevent possible damage to engine.
If alarm indicators remain illuminated after
starting engine, IMMEDIATELY STOP THE Switch Panel
ENGINE. Find and correct the problem.

1. After the engine is started, check that no alarm 1— System Starting Screen 4— Engine Preheat Indicator
indicators are shown on display. 2— Default Screen 5— Power Mode Button
3— Engine Speed Dial
2. If alarm indicators continue to be displayed, stop
the engine immediately. Find and correct the
problem. See machine Operator’s Manual for more (PWR) modes. Use high-power (H/P) mode
information. for better performance.
IMPORTANT: Prevent diminished grade control 3. Activate high-power (H/P) mode. On the switch panel,
performance. Grade control performance press the power mode button (5) until the monitor
is reduced in economy (ECO) and power displays H/P mode.
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 Operation—Operating the Machine

Parking the Machine

IMPORTANT: During freezing weather, prevent
damage to undercarriage components from
frozen mud and dirt. Machine must be
parked on a solid, level surface to prevent
tracks freezing in the ground.

1. Park machine on a solid, level surface.

During freezing weather, clean mud and dirt from
tracks, rollers, and track frames. Clean the steps and
service walks after parking the machine.
If tracks are frozen in the ground, slowly raise the
machine using boom to free the tracks. Move machine
carefully.

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2. Lower equipment to the ground.
3. Turn auto-idle switch (1) to the A/I OFF position.
IMPORTANT: Turbocharger can be damaged
if procedure to shut down engine is
not done properly.
Switch Panel
4. Turn engine speed dial (2) to slow idle position and
run engine without load for 5 minutes.
5. Turn key switch (3) to the OFF position. Remove key
from switch.
6. Place the pilot control shutoff lever (4) in the locked

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(UP) position.
IMPORTANT: Prevent cab electrical component
damage from bad weather. Windows, roof
vent, and cab door must be closed to
prevent rain from entering.

7. Close windows, roof vent, and cab door.

Pilot Control Shutoff Lever
8. Lock all access doors and compartments.
1— Auto-Idle Switch 3— Key Switch
2— Engine Speed Dial 4— Pilot Control Shutoff Lever

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Do Not Use High Impact Hydraulic
Attachments
IMPORTANT: Prevent grade system damage. Do
not use high impact hydraulic attachments
when machine is equipped with Grade
Guidance or Grade Control. Use of high impact
hydraulic attachments such as hydraulic
hammers and plate compactors can cause
grade system damage.
High impact hydraulic attachments must not be used
on machines equipped with Grade Guidance or Grade
Control. Use of high impact hydraulic attachments such
as hydraulic hammers and plate compactors can cause
grade system damage, including but not limited to:
• Grade guidance/control harness damage
• Grade guidance/control sensor damage
• Accelerated component wear resulting in poor grade
system performance/accuracy
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 Operation—Operator Interface Display
Display Unit Start-Up
Display Unit
1— Power/Menu Button 2— Grade Indicator LED (3 used)
CAUTION: Prevent risk of fire. Do not expose the
unit to temperatures above 60°C (140°F).
IMPORTANT: Prevent possible monitor damage.
Never use chemicals to clean display screen.
To ensure proper functionality of monitor,
clean regularly. Lightly wipe display screen
with a damp, clean cloth.
Contact with sharp edges or hard materials
can cause scratches and possible monitor
malfunction. Avoid contacting display screen
with sharp edges or hard materials.
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NOTE: This display unit is equipped with an internal
Lithium Ion Polymer 3.7 volt, 7.4 Wh battery.
Start the machine. See Check Instruments Before
Starting. (Section 2-2.)
Press and hold the power/menu button (1) on the display
for 2 seconds. The grade indicator LEDs (2) illuminate,
indicating the unit is starting up. The display will turn on
and display a splash screen during the boot-up process. To
turn off display, press and hold power/menu button or turn
off the machine. See Parking the Machine. (Section 2-2.)
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 Operation—Operator Interface Display

Main Display and Functions

2 3 4 5
3D Control Mode Only
Main Screen (1): Display screen varies according to the
selected file and display options.
Data Menu (2): Displays Data submenu options.
Control Menu (3): Displays Control submenu options.
1
Tools Menu (4): Displays Tools submenu options. 6

View Menu (5): Displays View submenu options.

Shortcut Bar (6): Shortcut bar allows the operator to
enable, disable, or change functionality of an option. For

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7
more information, see Enable/Disable Shortcut Icons in 7
this section.
19
Set Point Buttons (7): Allows the operator to increase 8
or decrease the cut/fill offset. For more information, see
Elevation Control. (Section 4-1.)
18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9
Main GNSS Information Button (8): Background color
displays green when satellites are tracked and red when Main Screen
satellites are not tracked.
1— Main Screen 11— Slope Control Button
Select main GNSS information button to display GNSS 2— Data Menu 12— Current Cross Slope
Info (Main) screen. For more information, see GNSS 3— Control Menu Indicator
Information. (Section 4-1.) 4— Tools Menu 13— Design Cross Slope
5— View Menu Indicator
Bucket Control Indicator (9): Indicator displays yellow 6— Shortcut Bar 14— Protection Feature
when bucket control is on or gray when off. 7— Set Point Button (2 used) Indicator
8— Main GNSS Information 15— Elevation Control Button
Attachment Rotation Indicator (if equipped) (10): Button 16— Cut/Fill Reading Indicator
9— Bucket Control Indicator 17— Cut/Fill Set Point Indicator
Displays the rotation angle of the attachment head. 10— Attachment Rotation 18— Automatic Control
Indicator (if equipped) Indicator
Slope Control Button (11): Displays the slope of the 19— Auxiliary GNSS
attachment. Slope control also indicates the status of Information Button
the connected sensor and attachment edge slope with
graphics and colors. The information displayed is different
depending on the control application. the status of the connected sensor and attachment edge
Slope control background color indicates sensor status: elevation with graphics and colors. The information
displayed is different depending on the control application.
• Green indicates sensor status suitable for grading. Elevation control button background color indicates
• Red indicates an error status and that automatic control sensor status:
is disabled.
Select slope control button to display the Slope Control • Green indicates sensor status suitable for grading.
screen. For more information, see Slope Control. (Section • Red indicates an error status and that automatic control
4-1.) is disabled.

Current Cross Slope Indicator (12): Displays the current Select elevation control button to display the Adjust
attachment cross slope. The icon tilts to represent the Elevation screen. For more information, see Elevation
direction of the slope of the attachment. Control. (Section 4-1.)

Design Cross Slope Indicator (13): Displays the current
slope of the design surface relative to the heading of the
machine frame. The icon tilts to represent the direction
of the slope.
Protection Feature Indicator (14): Indicator displays
yellow when protection features are on or gray when off.
Elevation Control Button (15): Displays the cut/fill
readings and the cut/fill offsets for the elevation of the
attachment edge. Elevation control button also indicates
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Cut/Fill Reading Indicator (16): Displays the vertical
distance from the control point to the vertical offset plus
the design surface. The number continuously updates
according to the elevation difference between the cutting
edge and the design surface.
Cut/Fill Set Point Indicator (17): Displays the vertical
offset to the design surface. The operator can change this
setting at any time using the increment and decrement
buttons on each of the hand controls or the on-screen
set point buttons.
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Automatic Control Indicator (18): Indicator displays Select auxiliary GNSS information button to display GNSS
yellow when automatic control is enabled or gray when in Info (Aux) screen. For more information, see GNSS
manual mode. For more information, see Pilot Control Information. (Section 4-1.)
Levers. (Section 2-1.)
Auxiliary GNSS Information Button (19): Background
color displays green when satellites are tracked and red
when satellites are not tracked.
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 Operation—Operator Interface Display

2D Control Mode Only

2 3 4 5
Main Screen (1): Display screen varies according to the
selected file and display options.
Data Menu (2): Displays Data submenu options.
Control Menu (3): Displays Control submenu options.
Tools Menu (4): Displays Tools submenu options.
1 6
View Menu (5): Displays View submenu options.
Shortcut Bar (6): Shortcut bar allows the operator to
enable, disable, or change functionality of an option. For
more information, see Enable/Disable Shortcut Icons in
this section.

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7
Set Point Buttons (7): Allows the operator to increase 7
or decrease the cut/fill offset. For more information, see 15
Elevation Control. (Section 4-1.) 8

Type of Control Indicator (8): Displays the current

control mode. 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9
Bucket Control Indicator (9): Indicator displays yellow Main Screen
when bucket control is on or gray when off.
Attachment Rotation Indicator (if equipped) (10): 1— Main Screen 10— Attachment Rotation
2— Data Menu Indicator (if equipped)
Displays the rotation angle of the attachment head. 3— Control Menu 11— Slope Control Button
4— Tools Menu 12— Current Cross Slope
Slope Control Button (11): Displays the slope of the 5— View Menu Indicator
attachment. Slope control also indicates the status of 6— Shortcut Bar 13— Design Cross Slope
the connected sensor and attachment edge slope with 7— Set Point Button (2 used) Indicator
graphics and colors. The information displayed is different 8— Type of Control Indicator 14— Protection Feature
depending on the control application. 9— Bucket Control Indicator Indicator
15— Elevation Control Button
Slope control background color indicates sensor status: (2 used)
16— Cut/Fill Reading Indicator
• Green indicates sensor status suitable for grading. 17— Cut/Fill Set Point Indicator
18— Automatic Control
• Red indicates an error status and that automatic control Indicator
is disabled.
Select slope control button to display the Slope Control
screen. For more information, see Slope Control. (Section • Green indicates sensor status suitable for grading.
4-1.) • Red indicates an error status and that automatic control
is disabled.
Current Cross Slope Indicator (12): Displays the current
attachment cross slope. The icon tilts to represent the Select elevation control button to display the Adjust
direction of the slope of the attachment. Elevation screen. For more information, see Elevation
Control. (Section 4-1.)
Design Cross Slope Indicator (13): Displays the current
slope of the design surface relative to the heading of the Cut/Fill Reading Indicator (16): Displays the vertical
machine frame. The icon tilts to represent the direction distance from the control point to the vertical offset plus
of the slope. the design surface. The number continuously updates
according to the elevation difference between the cutting
Protection Feature Indicator (14): Indicator displays
edge and the design surface.
yellow when protection features are on or gray when off.
Cut/Fill Set Point Indicator (17): Displays the vertical
Elevation Control Buttons (15): Displays the cut/fill
offset to the design surface. The operator can change this
readings and the cut/fill offsets for the elevation of the
setting at any time using the increment and decrement
attachment edge. Elevation control button also indicates
buttons on each of the hand controls or the on-screen
the status of the connected sensor and attachment edge
set point buttons.
elevation with graphics and colors. The information
displayed is different depending on the control application. Automatic Control Indicator (18): Indicator displays
yellow when automatic control is enabled or gray when in
Elevation control button background color indicates
manual mode. For more information, see Pilot Control
sensor status:
Levers. (Section 2-1.)
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Keyboard Functions To access the alphanumeric or numeric keyboard from

When entering text or numbers, one of the following two
pop-up keyboards display:
• Alphanumeric keyboard: Used to enter both letters and
numbers.
• Numeric keyboard: Used to enter numbers only.
any text entry field, select desired field to enter the letters
or numbers on the keyboard. Select Ok on keyboard for
entered information to become valid and keyboard will
disappear.
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Changing Language
Navigate from main screen: MAIN MENU >> VIEW >>
DISPLAY OPTIONS >> LANGUAGE SELECTION.
Select desired language represented by flag icons and
select the OK button (1) to apply setting and return to the
main screen. Selecting the Cancel button (2) returns to
the main screen without changing the language.

1— OK Button 2— Cancel Button

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1 2
Language Selection Screen
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 Operation—Operator Interface Display

Changing Screen Brightness

Using GXCONFIG
Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >> EXIT.
Double tap GXCONFIG (1) to open the GXCONFIG
screen.
1. Adjust the GRADE INDICATOR LED BRIGHTNESS
SLIDER (3), BUTTON BRIGHTNESS SLIDER (4), and
SCREEN BRIGHTNESS SLIDER (5) to the desired

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level.
2. Use the SPEAKER VOLUME SLIDER (6) to adjust the
volume of the internal speaker.
3. Select EXIT (7) icon to exit the GXCONFIG screen.
4. Double tap 3DMC (2) to resume normal operation.

1— GXCONFIG 5— SCREEN BRIGHTNESS Desktop

2— 3DMC SLIDER
3— GRADE INDICATOR LED 6— SPEAKER VOLUME
BRIGHTNESS SLIDER SLIDER
4— BUTTON BRIGHTNESS 7— EXIT
SLIDER

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GXCONFIG Screen
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 Operation—Operator Interface Display

Using the Next View Button

NOTE: The GXCONFIG screen appears in front of the
3DMC application when activated. However, any
active 3DMC menus or pop-up screens receive
priority placement and remain in front of the
GXCONFIG screen. Active 3DMC menus and
pop-up screens must be cleared before screen
brightness and volume settings can be adjusted.

1. Press and hold the next view button (1) for 3 seconds
to activate the GXCONFIG screen.
2. Adjust the GRADE INDICATOR LED BRIGHTNESS
SLIDER (2), BUTTON BRIGHTNESS SLIDER (3), and

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SCREEN BRIGHTNESS SLIDER (4) to the desired
level.
3. Use the SPEAKER VOLUME SLIDER (5) to adjust the
volume of the internal speaker.
4. Select EXIT (6) icon to return to the main screen.

1— Next View Button 4— SCREEN BRIGHTNESS GXCONFIG Screen

2— GRADE INDICATOR LED SLIDER
BRIGHTNESS SLIDER 5— SPEAKER VOLUME
3— BUTTON BRIGHTNESS SLIDER
SLIDER 6— EXIT

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Data Menu Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA.

The DATA menu contains information needed to
accurately control machine at work site.
DATA Menu Options Items
Menu Items Description
PROJECTS Allows operator to create, copy, delete, and export project files.
1
CONTROL Allows operator to add, edit, and delete 3DMC control point files.
1
LAYERS Allows operator to create, edit, and delete layers.
1
POINTS Allows operator to create, edit, and delete points on layers.
Allows operator to create, edit, delete, display, and set as active the following surface file types:

• FLAT PLANE SURFACE 1

• SLOPING PLANE SURFACE 1

SURFACES • CROWN ROAD SURFACE 1

• TRIANGULATED SURFACE FROM TOPO SURVEY 1

• RAISE/LOWER EXISTING SURFACE 1

• SUBGRADE OF EXISTING ALIGNMENT 1

• 2D COMPLEX SLOPE 2

ACTIVE Allows operator to select displayed active surface, alignment, or as-built files.
IMPORT/EXPORT Allows operator to import or export an entire project or selected items from a USB key or from the internal drive.
EXIT Allows operator to exit 3DMC.

1
Only available in three-dimensional (3D) control mode. 2
See Control Menu—3D/2D Mode in this section. Only available in two-dimensional (2D) control mode.
See Control Menu—3D/2D Mode in this section.
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Data Menu—Projects
Design project file for the job site is required. The correct
1
file must be imported into the display unit and selected as
the project for the job site.
Create Project Files
1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
PROJECTS. The PROJECT FILES screen appears.
2. Select NEW (2) to display the NEW PROJECT screen.

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3. Select data field located under NAME (7) and enter the
name of the project using the alphanumeric keyboard. 2

NOTE: The project only contains information copied from 3

active project. The project will not contain any
data when data has not been selected.
4 5 6
4. Select CHECK BOXES located under PRELOAD PROJECT FILES Screen
DATA FROM CURRENT ACTIVE PROJECT: (8) to
copy the desired data from the active project.
7
5. Select OK (9) to create a project and return to the
PROJECT FILES screen.
8
6. Select OK (5) to return to the main screen.
Copy Project Files From USB Key
1. Insert the USB key into the display unit USB port.
2. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>

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PROJECTS. The PROJECT FILES screen appears.
3. Select COPY (4) to display the COPY FILES screen.
4. Select drop-down menu located next to FROM to
navigate to the USB key.
5. Choose the file to copy in the PROJECT FILES list, 9
select COPY to save file to the internal drive, and NEW PROJECT Screen
return to the PROJECT FILES screen.
6. Select OK (5) to return to the main screen. 1— Inactive Project 6— EXPORT
2— NEW 7— NAME
Delete Project Files 3— DELETE 8— PRELOAD DATA FROM
4— COPY CURRENT ACTIVE
1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >> 5— OK PROJECT:
9— OK
PROJECTS. The PROJECT FILES screen appears.
2. Select an inactive project (1) from the list to enable
DELETE (3). 3. Choose the project and select EXPORT (6) to display
3. Select DELETE and a delete confirmation pop-up the EXPORT PROJECT FILES screen.
window appears. 4. Select drop-down menu located next to WHERE to
4. Select YES to delete the project and return to the navigate to the USB key or internal drive.
PROJECT FILES screen.
• Select a file and choose SELECT to set EXPORT
5. Select OK (5) to return to the main screen. status to YES. Repeat as necessary.
• Select ALL to set the EXPORT status of all files to
Export Project Files YES.
1. Insert the USB key into the display unit USB port. 5. Select OK to save the selected files to the desired
location and return to the PROJECT FILES screen.
2. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
PROJECTS. The PROJECT FILES screen appears. 6. Select OK (5) to return to the main screen.
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Data Menu—Control—3D Control Mode Only

Control points are typically created from known reference the legal extents of a property. Control points localize a
points that have been obtained from a surveyor to define design to the specific plot in which it is being used.

1
6

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2

3 4 5 9
CONTROL POINTS Screen CONTROL POINT Screen (LOCAL)

Create Control Points

1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
6
CONTROL. The CONTROL POINTS screen appears
and CONTROL POINTS (1) is active.
12
2. Select ADD (2) to display the CONTROL POINT
screen.
3. Select data field located next to NAME (6) and enter
the name of the control point using the alphanumeric
keyboard.

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10
• LOCAL: Select LOCAL (7) to create control points
from a displayed layer with points. To display a layer,
see Data Menu—Layers—3D Control Mode Only in 11
this section. Select CONTROL POINT (8) icon to
add point information from a displayed layer or enter
known values. 13 9 14
• WGS84: Select WGS84 (12) to add a control point
CONTROL POINT Screen (WGS84)
to a small project. Use the pilot control levers or
the display to take a measurement and populate
values. See Pilot Control Levers. (Section 2-1.) To 1— CONTROL POINTS 8— CONTROL POINT
use the display, select drop-down menu located next 2— ADD 9— OK
to POI: (13) and choose the location of the reference 3— DELETE 10— USE FOR HORIZONTAL
4— EDIT LOCALIZATION CHECK
point on the cutting edge for a measurement. Select 5— OK BOX
MEASURE POINT (14) icon. The values appear 6— NAME 11— USE FOR VERTICAL
when measuring is finished. Select the USE FOR 7— LOCAL LOCALIZATION CHECK
HORIZONTAL LOCALIZATION CHECK BOX (10) BOX
12— WGS84
and the USE FOR VERTICAL LOCALIZATION 13— POI:
CHECK BOX (11). 14— MEASURE POINT
4. Select OK (9) to return to the CONTROL POINTS
screen.
5. Select OK (5) to return to the main screen.

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 Operation—Operator Interface Display

Edit Control Points Delete Control Points

1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
CONTROL. The CONTROL POINTS screen appears
and CONTROL POINTS is active.
2. Select a control point from the list to enable EDIT (4).
3. Select EDIT to display the CONTROL POINT screen.
4. Update the desired information.
5. Select OK (9) to save the changes and return to the
CONTROL POINTS screen.
6. Select OK (5) to return to the main screen.
1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
CONTROL. The CONTROL POINTS screen appears
and CONTROL POINTS is active.
2. Select a control point from the list to enable DELETE
(3).
3. Select DELETE and a delete confirmation pop-up
window appears.
4. Select YES to delete the control point and return to the
CONTROL POINTS screen.
5. Select OK (5) to return to the main screen.
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 Operation—Operator Interface Display

Data Menu—Layers—3D Control Mode Only

Create Layers 1
1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
LAYERS. The PROJECT LAYERS screen appears. 2
2. Select NEW (8) and enter the name of the layer using
the alphanumeric keyboard.
3. Select OK to create a layer and return to the PROJECT
LAYERS screen.

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4. Select CLOSE (4) to return to the main screen.
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Edit Layer Properties
1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
LAYERS. The PROJECT LAYERS screen appears.
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2. Select a layer from the list to modify the desired
PROJECT LAYERS Screen
settings:
a. Select RENAME (9) to change the name of the
layer using the alphanumeric keyboard.
b. Select CHECK BOX (1) to display or hide the layer
on the main screen and in menu items.
c. Select COLOR SWATCH (2) to change the color
of the point symbols and lines on the main screen.
The COLOR SELECTION screen appears. Select
the desired color and select OK to return to the
PROJECT LAYERS screen.

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d. Select SYMBOL (3) to view CURRENT LAYER
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SYMBOL (5) icon options. Continue selecting
SYMBOL until the desired option is shown.

CAUTION: Prevent possible injury or machine

damage. The avoidance feature is for information 13 12 11
purposes only and shall not be used as the AVOIDANCE AREA Screen
only means of hazard awareness.
1— CHECK BOX 8— NEW
e. Select AVOIDANCE (6) to add avoidance settings 2— COLOR SWATCH 9— RENAME
to a layer. The AVOIDANCE AREA screen appears. 3— SYMBOL 10— SURFACE MODE
Select a layer to enable MODE (13), PROXIMITY 4— CLOSE 11— OK
(12), and SURFACE MODE (10). 5— CURRENT LAYER SYMBOL 12— PROXIMITY
6— AVOIDANCE 13— MODE
• MODE: Select MODE to make avoidance active 7— DELETE
in three-dimensional (3D) or two-dimensional (2D)
control modes or turn OFF.
• PROXIMITY: Select PROXIMITY to enter a
Delete Layers
distance using the numeric keyboard.
• SURFACE: Select SURFACE MODE to choose 1. Navigate through menu: MAIN MENU >> DATA >>
ABOVE, BELOW, ABOVE/BELOW, OUTSIDE, LAYERS. The PROJECT LAYERS screen appears.
or OFF.
• Select OK (11) to save settings and return to the 2. Select a layer from the list to enable DELETE (7).
PROJECT LAYERS screen. The main screen will
flash red and an audible alarm will sound when 3. Select DELETE and a delete confirmation pop-up
avoidance settings are activated. window appears.

3. Select CLOSE to return to the main screen. 4. Select YES to delete the layer and return to the
PROJECT LAYERS screen.
5. Select CLOSE to return to the main screen.
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