SeedStar™ 2 Monitor

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
SeedStar™ 2 Monitor
OMA89001 ISSUE H9 (ENGLISH)

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 Introduction
Foreword
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to avoid personal injury
RIGHT­HAND AND LEFT­HAND sides are determined by
or equipment damage. Learn how to operate and service
facing the direction the implement travels when moving
the machine correctly. If desired, see your John Deere
forward.
dealer to determine if this manual and safety signs on the
machine are available in other languages. WRITE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (P.I.N.)
in the Specification section. Accurately record all the
CONSIDER THIS MANUAL a permanent part of the
numbers to help trace the machine if stolen. Your
machine and include the manuals with the machine when
dealer also needs these numbers to order parts. File
sold.
the identification numbers in a secure place away from
MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both machine.
metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only
correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch
fasteners require a specific metric or inch wrench.
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Identification Views Liquid Fertilizer Sensors .....................................40­9

Identification Views.............................................05­1 Liquid Fertilizer Sensor Calibration (Optional) ..40­10
Calibrate Common Start and Stop Height ........ 40­11
Calibrate Separate Start and Stop Height ........40­12
Safety .......................................................... 10­1 Ground Speed Source......................................40­13

Safety Signs SETUP Variable­Rate Drive

Safety Signs .......................................................15­1 Variable­Rate Drive (VRD) Overview .................45­1
Quick Start Overview—Variable Rate Drive .......45­3
How to Use Monitor Rotate Seed Meters Overview............................45­4
Use with GreenStar™ Monitors..........................20­1 Enable Variable­Rate Drive Software .................45­4
Monitor Controls .................................................20­2 Check Current Configuration ..............................45­5
Monitor Power Up and Power Down ..................20­4 Set Meter Type and Row Unit Drive Type ..........45­6
Standard Buttons................................................20­4 Adjust Motion Sensor Gap—All
Input Entry Methods ...........................................20­5 Planters Except 1770NT, 1790, and
Screen Layout Manager .....................................20­9 Deere/Bauer...................................................45­6
Screen Navigation ............................................20­10 Adjust Motion Sensor Gap—1770NT,
1790, and Deere/Bauer..................................45­7
Monitor Settings Adjust Parallel Arm Height Switch ......................45­7
Configure Brightness, Volume, and Color ..........25­1 Assign Motor—Rows, Sprockets, and
Configure Language and Units of Measure........25­2 Width Disconnect ...........................................45­8
Configure Date and Time ...................................25­3
Touchscreen Calibration .....................................25­4 SETUP Seed Rates
Ground Driven Machines—Target
Performance Monitor Population and High­Low Warnings ...............50­1
Check Implement Width in VRD Machines—Configure Meter,
Performance Monitor......................................30­1 Crop, Disk, and Rates ....................................50­2
Radar Configuration ...........................................30­1 Population Adjust (PA)........................................50­3
Radar Calibration................................................30­2
Main Run Screens
Quick Reference Setup Machines with RowCommand™ ........................55­1
Quick Reference Setup for Ground Ground Driven Machines....................................55­2
Driven Machines ............................................35­1 Variable­Rate Drive Machines ............................55­3
Quick Reference Setup for VRD Machines ........35­4 Half Screen Layout .............................................55­4
Turning View Warning Suppression ...................55­5
Headland Warning Suppression.........................55­6
SETUP Basic Planter Configuration
Transport Mode ..................................................55­7
Check Current Configuration ..............................40­1
Configure Planter Drive Source..........................40­2
Configure Frame, Split Row, and Drive Counters and Calculators
Disconnect Warning .......................................40­3 Area Counters, Seeds Per Hour, Seeds
Configure RowCommand™................................40­4 Per Area, and Area Until Empty .....................60­1
Recommended RowCommand™ Transmission Sprocket Calculator ......................60­2
Section Configurations ...................................40­5 Seed Estimator by Bag.......................................60­3
Seed Sensors On/Off .........................................40­6 Seed Estimator by Unit.......................................60­4
Vacuum Sensors ................................................40­7 Seed Estimator by Weight ..................................60­5
Vacuum Sensor Calibration ................................40­8 Vacuum Calculator .............................................60­6

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Original Instructions. All information, illustrations and specifications in this

manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication.
The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.
COPYRIGHT © 2009
DEERE & COMPANY
Moline, Illinois
All rights reserved.
A John Deere ILLUSTRUCTION ® Manual

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Fertilizer Calculator.............................................60­7 Component Locations—1760/1760NT

Planters with Single Motor ...........................80­14
Variable­Rate Liquid Fertilizer Component Locations—1770 12RN
Variable Rate Fertilizer Overview .......................65­1 Planters with Single Motor ...........................80­15
Application Rates................................................65­2 Component Locations—1760/1760NT
VRF Volume Totals .............................................65­5 Planters with Dual Motors ............................80­16
VRF System Test................................................65­6 Component Locations—1770 12RN
Fertilizer Calculator.............................................65­7 Planters with Dual Motors ............................80­17
Warning Messages.............................................65­7 Component Locations—1770 12 Row Wide.....80­18
Variable Rate Fertilizer Warnings .......................65­8 Component Locations—1770NT 12
Disabling When Not In Use ..............................65­15 Row and 16 Row..........................................80­19
Manual Override ...............................................65­16 Component Locations—1770NT 24 Row .........80­20
Liquid Fertilizer Sensor Diagnostics .................65­17 Component Locations—1790 24R20 ...............80­21
Component Locations—1790 23/24
Row 15 .........................................................80­22
Warning Screens Component Locations—1790 31/32
Turning View Warning Suppression ...................70­1 Row 15 .........................................................80­23
Warning Messages.............................................70­2 Component Locations—Deere/Bauer
Warning Screens ................................................70­3 with Dual Motors ..........................................80­24
Component Locations—Deere/Bauer
Seed Tube Sensors with Three Motors ........................................80­25
Install and Remove Standard Flush Component Locations—Deere/Bauer
Face Seed Tubes ...........................................75­1 with Four Motors ..........................................80­26
Install and Remove Optional Seed Tubes ..........75­2
Clean Seed Tube Sensor ...................................75­3 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive
Use Your Tractor and Machine
Variable Rate Drive Components Operator’s Manuals........................................85­1
Single Motor System—Drawn Planters ..............80­1 Making Proper Hose Connections......................85­1
Single Motor System—Integral Planters.............80­2 6000 Series Tractors Without Power Beyond
Dual Motor System—Integral Planters Single Motor ...................................................85­2
(Except 1720 16R) .........................................80­3 Dual Motor......................................................85­3
Dual Motor System—Drawn Planters 6000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond Load Sense
(And 1720 16R Integral Planter) ....................80­4 Single Motor ...................................................85­4
Three Motor System—1720 16RN .....................80­5 Dual Motor......................................................85­5
Three Motor System—Deere/Bauer ...................80­6 7000, 8000, 9000 Series Tractors Without Power Beyond
Component Locations—1700 Planter.................80­7 Single Motor ...................................................85­6
Component Locations—1710 10 Row Dual Motor......................................................85­7
Planter with Dual Motors ................................80­7 7000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond Load Sense
Component Locations—1710 12 Row Single Motor ...................................................85­8
Planter with Dual Motors ................................80­8 Dual Motor......................................................85­9
Component Locations—1720 Planter 8000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond Load Sense
with Single Motor............................................80­8 Single Motor .................................................85­10
Component Locations—1720 10 Row Dual Motor.................................................... 85­11
91 cm (36 in.) Planters with Dual Motors .......80­9 9000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond Load Sense
Component Locations—1720 10 Row Single Motor .................................................85­12
97 and 102 cm (38 and 40 in.) Multiple Motor...............................................85­13
Planters with Dual Motors ..............................80­9
Component Locations—1720 12 Row Diagnostics
Planters with Dual Motors ............................80­10 Controller Hardware, Software, and
Component Locations—1720 12 Row Part Number Identification..............................90­1
Planters with Three Motors ..........................80­10 Display Hardware, Software, and Part
Component Locations—1720 16 Row Number Identification .....................................90­2
Planter with Dual Motors .............................. 80­11 Sensor Status .....................................................90­2
Component Locations—1720 16 Row System Voltages.................................................90­3
Planter with Three Motors ............................80­12 Variable Rate Drive Component Activity.............90­4
Component Locations—1730 Planter...............80­12 EPM Status.........................................................90­4
Component Locations—1750 Seed Tube Sensor Test ......................................90­5
Conservation Planter....................................80­13 Seed Drop Test...................................................90­5

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Timed Seed Drop Test........................................90­6

VRD Event Logs .................................................90­7
VRD Motor/Valve Flush ......................................90­8
Diagnostics Code ...............................................90­8
Rotate Seed Meters............................................90­9
Row Clutches ...................................................90­10
Row Clutches Self Test..................................... 90­11
Vacuum Sensor ................................................ 90­11
Liquid Fertilizer Sensor.....................................90­12
Error and Fault Codes ......................................90­13

Troubleshoot
Troubleshoot GreenStar™ Display.....................95­1
Troubleshoot SeedStar™ ...................................95­2
Troubleshoot RowCommand™ ..........................95­5
Troubleshoot Variable Rate Drive.......................95­8
Troubleshoot Variable Rate Fertilizer ...............95­17

Storage
Beginning of the Season Service .....................100­1
Liquid Fertilizer Sensor.....................................100­1
Vacuum Sensor ................................................100­1

Specifications
Record Serial Numbers ....................................105­1
Record Planter Options ....................................105­1
Keep Proof of Ownership .................................105­2
Keep Machines Secure ....................................105­2

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Identification Views

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GS2 2100 and GS2 2600 Touch Screen Monitor GS2 1800 Control Pad Monitor

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External Radar (Optional)

Variable Rate Drive Wheel Motion Sensor

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Vacuum Sensor
System Controller
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Height Sensor for Drawn Planters and 1720 16RN Planter Parallel Arm Height Switch for Most Integral Planters

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Variable Rate Drive Motor Speed Sensor Variable Rate Drive Motor and Valve

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CAN Harness Connection

EPM
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Seed Tube with Seed Sensor
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Recognize Safety Information
This is a safety­alert 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 safety­alert 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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Prevent Machine Runaway

Avoid possible injury or death from machinery runaway.
Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals.
Machine will start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed.
NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Start

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engine only from operator’s seat, with transmission in
neutral or park.

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Avoid High­Pressure Fluids

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin
causing serious injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all

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connections before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands
and body from high­pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be surgically removed within
a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar
with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable
medical source. Such information is available from Deere
& Company Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.
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Prepare for Emergencies

Be prepared if a fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance
service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone.

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Electrical Connections
Keep all sparks and flames away from battery, as gas
given off by electrolyte is explosive. To avoid sparks,
connect ground cable last and disconnect it first.
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Prevent Battery Explosions

Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from
the top of battery. Battery gas can explode.
Never check battery charge by placing a metal object
across the posts. Use a volt­meter or hydrometer.

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Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm
battery to 16°C (60°F).

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Do Not Modify Monitor or Radar Sensor

Doing so could nullify the warranty. Unauthorized
modifications to the machine may impair the function
and/or safety and affect machine life.
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Safety Signs
Warning: To avoid possible eye damage from microwave
signals emitted by this radar sensor, DO NOT look directly
into sensor face.

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External Radar (Optional)

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Use with GreenStar™ Monitors
The information presented in this manual describes how
to use John Deere™ displays. Learning Seedstar 2 is
best accomplished when the display is connected to an
operational system.

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Touch Screen Monitor

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Control Pad Monitor

John Deere is a trademark of Deere & Company

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Monitor Controls
With the touchscreen monitor, touch the screen over
the image of the item to activate. The following pages
describe the types of items that are selectable.
If the touchscreen malfunctions or if fingers are greasy or

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dirty, use manual control on back of monitor. Use the up
arrow (A) and down arrow (B) to toggle through the screen
selections. Use the check mark (C) to select a highlighted
selection on the screen. Use the X (D) to clear a selection
or cancel an entry. If the screen fails to respond, hold the
reset (E) until monitor restarts.
Touch Screen Monitor
A—Up Arrow D—Clear or Cancel
B—Down Arrow E—Reset
C—Check Mark

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Manual Controls
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With the control pad monitor, use the thumbwheel (A)

to scroll through selectable items on screen. Each item
highlights as the wheel is turned. Use the enter button
(B) to activate a highlighted item. Use the cancel button
(C) to cancel the previous action. Use the menu button
(D) to return to the main menu screen. Use the home
button (E) to return to the home screen. Use the quick
selection buttons (F) to select an item, with the same letter
on screen, without using the thumbwheel to highlight the
item first.

A—Thumbwheel D—Menu
B—Enter E—Home
C—Cancel F— Quick Select Buttons

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Monitor Power Up and Power Down IMPORTANT: Avoid data loss. Do not cycle
Upon power up, wait for display to detect data from power quickly. Wait 30 seconds after
implement control unit and adjust screens before working power down before data card is removed
with display. or before another power up.

If the last programmed home page is for an implement If power is cycled too quickly data loss is possible. Upon
not currently connected to tractor, the monitor defaults power down, wait for power light on monitor to go out and
to Layout Manager screen. wait an additional 30 seconds before another power up.
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Standard Buttons
Become familiar with these buttons. These buttons have

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standard functions and are used periodically throughout
the screens.
• Primary Menu: Displays primary menu showing
buttons for various functions.
• Enter: Enter a value or selection into memory. Continue
to next step of procedure. Enter or Continue
Primary Menu
• Cancel: Cancels the current screen or selection.
• Clear: Clears a value to zero or erases a selection.
• Previous: Returns to previous screen or selection.
• Back: Moves cursor back one space.

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• Toggle: Alternates a selection back and forth.

Cancel Clear

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Previous Back

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Toggle
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Input Entry Methods

There are various ways the monitor accepts data entry.
Following are some examples:
Drop­Down Box
A drop­down box (A) contains a list (B) of items. Select a

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drop­down box to see list. Select an item from the list to
make it the active item in the drop­down box.
To close a drop­down list without selecting a new item,
select the current selection or touch (touchscreen only)
an empty screen location.
A scroll bar, with up and down arrows, appears next to a
list when it is longer than screen area. Select an arrow
A—Drop­Down Box B—List
to scroll up or down.
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Input Box
Input boxes (A) allow numeric value entries.
• Select an Input Box to see the numeric keypad. Select
desired value. Entered value appears in bounding box
(B).

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• Select Back Arrow (C) button to clear a selected value.
• Select Enter (D) button to confirm value.
• Select Clear (E) button to deactivate keypad without
confirming a new value.

A—Input Box D—Enter

B—Bounding Box E—Cancel
C—Back Arrow

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Numeric Keypad
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Check Box
A check box (A) allows activation and deactivation of
single items. A check mark indicates an active feature. An
empty box indicates a deactivated feature.

A—Check Box

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Check Box Example
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Button
Buttons have different shapes, sizes, and images. Some
have text on them. Select any button (A) to activate its
feature.

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A—Button

Button Examples

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Button Examples
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Custom Input Keypad
A—Return B—Appearance C—Case D—Symbols

Custom Input Keypad toggles between a standard qwerty keypad layout and an
alphabetical keypad layout. The Case (C) button toggles
Some input or drop­down boxes have an Edit or Custom between upper and lower case letters. The Symbols
option. When Edit or Custom is selected, a keypad (D) button toggles between a keypad with letters and a
appears for data entry. The Return (A) button moves keypad with symbols.
cursor to the next line down. The Appearance (B) button
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Screen Layout Manager

IMPORTANT: Planter screen is only available in

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full screen or half screen. Error messages
do not appear on half screen layout. Return
to full screen to see messages when an
audible alert signals an error.

1. Select Primary Menu button.

Primary Menu Enter
2. Select Layout Manager button.
3. Select a page number from the drop down menu.
4. Select a layout pattern (A) from right side of screen.

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5. Select Include in Home Page Collection check box
(D). Add a check to include this page. Clear the box to
remove a page from the collection.
6. Select an area of screen (B) to change.
NOTE: If single­window layout is selected, select Cancel Previous
Enter button after option is chosen. No
need to select preview.

7. Only the options allowed in this area of screen appear.

Select an option or select Previous button.
8. If an option is selected, a preview of selection appears.
Select the preview to verify it is correct or select

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Previous button.
9. Select Enter button.
10. Select another area of screen to change. Continue
until all areas are chosen.
11. To view all active home pages, repeatedly select the Layout Manager Button
Home button (C).

A—Layout Patterns C—Home Page

B—Selection Areas D—Home Page Collection Box

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Screen Navigation
NOTE: Although information appears similar on
competitive displays, the navigational steps can
be different. Refer to the operator’s manual for
your display for specific instructions.

Main Menu
Buttons and Softkeys appear similar. Buttons simply
activate a feature or transfer to a new screen. Softkeys
open screens where set up and data entry are possible.
The Primary Menu (A) button transfers to a screen with
selectable buttons for each monitor.
Select a button to transfer to the desired application. The
following are a few examples.
• (B) Opens Planter application page. Various planter
functions are available.
• (C) Opens Performance Monitor Totals page. Various

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tractor performance values are available.
• (D) Opens Display Main page. Various monitor
functions are available.
• (E) Opens Message Center page. Various messages
are available.
The following screen area information is for translation
Menu Buttons
purposes to assist an operator using a screen with English
text when the operator does not read English. The left
side of the list remains English to match the screen and A—Primary Menu D—Display Button
the right side of the list is translated along with the rest of B—Planter Application Button E—Message Center Button
C—Performance Monitor
this manual. The operator matches the English words on Button
screen with English words listed on left side of list and
views the translated meaning.
Screen Area Information GreenStar 2 Pro — GreenStar 2 Pro
Layout Manager — Layout Manager
Planter — Planter Display — Display
Performance Monitor — Performance Monitor
Message Center — Message Center
Original GreenStar Monitor — Original GreenStar
Monitor
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Planter Application Screens

Select Softkeys (A) through (E) to transfer to various
planter screens. A title (I) at the top of each screen
matches the name of the softkey.
Once any screen is displayed, it is not necessary to return
to the primary menu before selecting another softkey in
the same application. Example: Assume that the current
screen is already Planter ­ Rates screen. If a procedure
indicates to select the Primary Menu button (H), then
the Planter button, then the Configuration softkey (B) to
reach Planter ­ Configuration screen, simply select the
Configuration softkey instead. The display is already
on a Planter screen. There is no need to start from the
Primary Menu again.
• (A) Transfers to Main planter screen, often referred to
as the Run page.
• (B) Transfers to configuration screen for frame, sensor,
and drives set up.
• (C) Transfers to configuration screen with Crops and
Rates.
• (D) Transfers to screen with Totals and Calculators.
• (E) Transfers to diagnostic screen for Readings and
Tests.
• (F) Transfers to Message Center.
• (G) Transfers to Home screen.
• (H) Transfers to primary Menu screen with buttons for
different applications.

A—Main Softkey F— Message Center Button

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B—Configuration Softkey G—Home Button
C—Rates Softkey H—Menu Button
D—Totals Softkey I— Title
E—Diagnostics Softkey

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Softkey Title
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Function Tabs
Select Tabs to activate various options on a screen.

A—Inactive Tab B—Active Tab

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Navigation Example A:
Refer to the following procedure using an active monitor.
1. Select Primary Menu button (A).
2. Select Planter Application button (B).
3. Select planter Configure softkey (C). Planter ­
Configuration (D) screen title is now displayed.
4. Select Sensor tab (E).

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5. Select drop­down box (F) and choose Seed.
6. Select Row input box (G) and enter an individual row
number.
7. Select On or Off check box (H) to configure selected
row.
Screen Area Information
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Sensor — Sensor
Seed — Seed
Row — Row
On — On
Off — Off

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A—Primary Menu Button E—Sensor Tab
B—Planter Application Button F— Drop Down Box
C—Configure Softkey G—Row Input Box
D—Planter Configuration H—On and Off Check Boxes
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Navigation Example B:
All procedures in this manual use a condensed version

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of Navigation Example A shown on previous page. The
following steps are an example of Navigation Example A,
simplified. Each bold word is a selectable screen item.
The arrows ( >> ) indicate each screen item to select in
sequence. Once common buttons, softkeys, and screen
titles become familiar, this technique shortens the reading
time needed to accomplish a task. It is not necessary to Menu
begin at the Primary Menu if the display is already on the
destination screen.

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Use an active monitor to become familiar with the display
and this style of navigation. If needed, refer back to
previous descriptions in this section while learning screen
items.
1. Select Primary Menu >> Planter button >>
Configuration softkey >> Sensor tab. Planter Button
2. Select Seed from drop­down box.

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3. Select Row input box and enter an individual row
number. Select On or Off check box to configure
selected row.
Screen Area Information
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Sensor — Sensor Configuration Softkey
Seed — Seed
Row — Row
On — On
Off — Off
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Configure Brightness, Volume, and Color

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1. Select Menu >> Display button >> Display softkey.
2. Two brightness levels are available. Select Day/Night
button to toggle screen brightness between day level
and night level. Sun and moon images at top left of
screen alternately highlight to show active selection.
Select + plus and ­ minus buttons to adjust backlight
level for Day selection. Toggle to Night selection and Display Button
adjust a different backlight level with plus and minus
buttons.

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3. Select Instant Darken button to completely darken
screen. Touch any part of screen (touchscreen only)
or select any button to brighten again.
4. Select plus and minus buttons to adjust Volume
indicator.
5. Select a check box to choose a Highlight Color an
Display Softkey Day / Night Button
item changes to when selected.
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(Synchronize) Sync With Cab check box is available.
When checked, this display controls interior cab lights
as well. -- +
Screen Area Information
Display Main — Display Main
Backlight — Backlight Scale Indicator
Volume — Volume
Highlight Color — Highlight Color

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Sync With Cab — Synchronize With Cab

Instant Darken Button

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Configure Language and Units of Measure

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1. Select Menu >> Display button >> Settings softkey.
2. Select Regional tab.
3. Select each drop­down box and choose a Country,
Language, Numeric Format, and the Units of
measure. To select different units of measure for
different options, proceed as follows.
Display Button
4. Select Units tab.

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5. Select each drop­down box and choose a unit of
measure. To change all units back to a single type,
select Regional tab >> Units >> any option.
Screen Area Information
Display Settings — Display Settings
Regional — Regional Settings Softkey
Country — Country
Language — Language
Numeric Format — Numeric Format Area — Area
Units — Units Volume — Volume
Metric — Metric Mass — Mass
Imperial — Imperial Temperature — Temperature
US — United States Pressure — Pressure
Units of Measure — Units of Measure Force — Force
Distance — Distance
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Configure Date and Time

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1. Select Menu >> Display button >> Settings softkey.
2. Select Time/Date tab.
3. Select each Date drop down box and choose the
month, day, and year.
4. Select Date Format drop down box and choose
desired format. Display Button

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select Daylight Savings Time check box to display a
check. When daylight saving changes, select this box
to change hour reading instantly.
6. To use a 24 hour clock, select 24 Hour Clock check
box to display a check.
7. Select Time input boxes and enter an hour and Settings Softkey
minute. Select a.m. or p.m. from drop­down box.
8. If equipped with GPS, perform the following: Time/Date — Time and Date
a. Select GPS Time Sync check box to synchronize Date — Date
time. Date Format — Date Format
MM — Month
b. Select GMT Offset drop down box and select a DD — Day
number representing the number of hours current YYYY — Year
location varies from Greenwich Mean Time. Time — Time
24 Hour Clock — 24 Hour Clock
c. Select Local Offset drop down box and enter the Daylight Savings Time — Daylight Savings Time
number of minutes current location is past local GMT Offset — Greenwich Mean Time Offset
time zone. Local Offset — Local Offset
Screen Area Information GPS Time Sync — Global Positioning System
Synchronization
Display Settings — Display Settings
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Touchscreen Calibration

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1. Select Menu >> Display button >> Diagnostic
softkey.
2. Select Tests tab.
3. Select Color Test button. Three distinct colors appear
for 5 seconds (Red, Blue, and Green). If three colors
do not appear, contact your John Deere™ dealer.
Display Button
4. Select Touchscreen Test and touch the screen
in area of suspected malfunction. A target image

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appears under tip of finger. If target image does
not appear when screen is touched, contact a John
Deere™ dealer.
5. Select Touchscreen Calibration button.
6. Touch the screen over each X symbol as it appears
on screen. Several X symbols appear in sequence, Diagnostic Softkey
then a screen appears to indicate calibration was
successful or unsuccessful.
Color Test — Color Test
Select primary menu button to end the touch screen test Touchscreen Test — Touchscreen Test
and navigate back to desired screen or application. Touchscreen Calibration — Touchscreen Calibration
Calibration Successful — Calibration Successful
Screen Area Information
Calibration Unsuccessful — Calibration Unsuccessful
Display — Display Reset Touchscreen Calibration — Reset Touchscreen
Display Diagnostics — Display Diagnostics Calibration
Tests — Tests
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Check Implement Width in Performance
Monitor

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Performance Monitor is a GreenStar 2 display function
and is integrated with the SeedStar 2 monitoring system.
The implement width is sent to Performance Monitor on
startup and cannot be changed as long as the tool is
connected to the tractor.
IMPORTANT: If implement width is changed in Performance Monitor Button
the tool application, (for example when
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row planter), cycle power to the display for
new settings to take effect.

To view current width in Performance Monitor, select

Menu >> Performance Monitor >> Settings softkey.
Implement width appears next to implement width icon.
Settings Softkey

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Implement Width
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Radar Configuration

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Select Menu >> Performance Monitor button >>
Settings softkey.
• Clear the GPS or Ground Radar Connected to
Display check box for John Deere™ 00, 10, and 20
Series Tractors with factory equipped tractor radar.
• Place a check in the GPS or Ground Radar Connected
to Display check box for John Deere™ tractor models Performance Monitor Button
earlier than 00 Series with radar connected directly to
the GreenStar™ Cab Harness.
•
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Place a check in the GPS or Ground Radar Connected
to Display check box for competitive tractors with radar
connected directly to the GreenStar™ Cab Harness.
• For John Deere 30 Series and newer tractors, this step
is not required and it is not possible to check this box.
• For (ISO 11783 compliant) competitive tractors with a
TECU, this step is not required and it is not possible to
check this box. Settings Softkey
• If using GPS as a ground speed source see your
John Deere Dealer, because many configurations are
possible.
John Deere is a trademark of Deere & Company
GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company
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Radar Calibration

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IMPORTANT: Perform calibration in the field
under seeding conditions. Inflate all tires to
specifications given in operator’s manuals. Do
not inflate to level given on tire sidewall.

Accurate system performance is dependant upon

accurate radar calibration.
Performance Monitor Button
Some radars are integrated into tractor system. Calibrate
these according to tractor operator’s manual.

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A radar that is connected directly to the GreenStar™
harness is calibrated using the following procedure.
Dickey John™ Radar is an example of a radar that is
connected directly to the GreenStar™ harness.
1. Select Menu >> Performance Monitor button >>
Settings softkey. Settings Softkey
2. Select Radar Connected To Display check box and
mark with a check.

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3. Select Radar Calibration button.
4. Follow the three step procedure listed on screen.
Step 1: Measure and mark a 122 m (400 ft.) course.
Drive tractor approximately 3.2 km/h (2 mph) without
pulling a load. Select Radar Calibration button as
front tires cross mark at one end of course. Radar Calibration Button

Step 2: Maintain speed. Select Radar Calibration

button as front tires cross mark at other end of course. Start Calibration at beginning of course — Start
Calibration at beginning of course
Step 3: Calibration is either successful or Stop Calibration at end of course — Stop Calibration at
unsuccessful. Either a Previous button appears to end of course
repeat the procedure or an Enter button appears to Calibration not successful. Repeat process —
complete the procedure. Calibration not successful. Repeat process
Calibration successful — Calibration successful
Radar connected to display — Radar connected to
display
Calibrate Radar — Calibrate Radar
GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company
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Quick Reference Setup for Ground
Driven Machines

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Main Menu Screen

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Planter Application Screen

A—Main Menu D—Planter Application G—Planter Configuration J— Planter Diagnostics

B—Layout Manager E—Display Application H—Planter Rates
C—Performance Monitor F— Planter Main I— Planter Totals

The following reference assumes that the operator has require certain information be set­up first. Follow quick
read and understands this manual. Some button images reference in sequence.
are given on this page as a reminder. Some entries
Quick Reference
Screen Layout Select Menu >> Layout Manager button >> Select a layout pattern.
>> Screen Area Select a screen area to assign an application.
>> Application Button Only applications allowed in chosen area appear as selections. Select one.
>> Application Screen Select application screen to verify. Select remaining screen areas to change. Select enter when done.
Performance Monitor Select Menu >> Performance Monitor button >> Settings button. If monitor reset button is ever pressed,
these values are erased.
>> Check Box Select GPS or radar connected directly to planter application or not. Check indicates connected. Empty
indicates radar is part of tractor system.
>> Input Box Verify implement width matches planter width shown on planter monitor. Cycle power if they do not match.
>> Calibrate Button Follow calibration procedure if radar is connected to display.
Planter Drive Configuration Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Drives tab >> Drive Configuration drop­down >>
Settings button.
>> Drive Source >> Ground Driven. If this is changed, all setup data is lost.

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Quick Reference
>> Meter Type Vacuum or Mechanical
Planter Drive Section Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Drives tab >> Drive Sections drop­down box >>
Configuration Settings button.
>> Number of Sections Enter number of clutch disconnects on machine.
RowCommand™ Place a Check Mark in Box to activate.
Select Enter button
Planter RowCommand™ Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Drives tab >> Drive Section >> Row Control Sections
Configuration drop­down >> Settings button.
>> Number of Sections Enter desired number of RowCommand™ sections on machine.
Input Box
>> Next Page Button Enter end row for current section.
>> Next Page Button Enter values for additional sections.
>> Enter Button
Planter Frame Configuration Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration softkey >> Frame tab.
>> Rows Input Box Enter total number of rows. Total means all rows, even if planter is a split row machine, and half the rows are
currently inactive.
>> Row Spacing Input Enter row spacing. Spacing is the distance between any two side by side rows. Do not skip an inactive row and
Box measure to the next active row on split row machines.
>> Planter Width Enter planter width in unit of measure shown. Cycle power.
>> Split Row Check Box Check the box, if planter is a split row machine. Status does not change once set.
>> Clutch Disconnect Check this box if machine is equipped with multiple width disconnects and a warning is desired when some
Warning rows are inactive.
Planter Sensor Configuration >> Sensor Tab
>> Seed >> Row Input Box Use this to set specific row sensors. Do not change for split row configuration on this
page. Enter row number and select row On or Off check box. Repeat for additional
rows. Turn all row sensors on or off at once with button on bottom of page.
>> Vacuum >> Sensors: Drop Down Select number of vacuum sensors on machine.
>> Sensor Vacuum must be off. Select each sensor, one at a time, and enter Calibration Value in
input box. John Deere sensors are 5.66. Select zero button to zero sensor reading.
Select next sensor and repeat.
>> Fertilizer >> Sensors: Drop Down Select number of fertilizer sensors on machine.
>> High Pressure Enter a value to trigger an alarm.
>> Sensor Residual fluid pressure must be released from system. Select each sensor, one at a
time, and enter Calibration Value in input box. John Deere sensors are 37.50. Select
zero button to zero sensor reading. Select next sensor and repeat.
>> Height (Only if >> Common or Separate Common sets a single height to start and stop variable rate motors.
RowCommand™ is Check Box Separate sets individual start and stop heights for variable rate motors.
enabled.)
Calibrate full up and full Fully raise machine and select Raised button (up arrow). Select Enter.
down Fully lower machine while driving forward in field and select Lowered button (down
arrow). Select Enter.
Set start and stop point Common: Select Start/Stop button. Raise machine to correct height and select
Start/Stop Height button or enter a value in Input box. Select Enter.
Separate: Select Start/Stop button. From lowered position, raise machine to motor
stop point and select Stop Height button or enter value in Input box. From raised
position, lower machine to motor start point and select Start Height button or enter
value in Input box. Select Enter.
Headland Suppression Suppresses Rows Not Planting warning when planter is raised above height sensor stop point.
Warning
Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Sensor tab
Place a check mark in Headland Warning Suppression box.
>> Tractor Speed Select Auto check box to allow display to determine optimal ground speed source (recommended). If
unchecked, a drop­down appears. Select drop­down menu and chose sensor source.
Seed Rate Configuration >> Rates Softkey
>> Crop Name Drop Select corn, soybeans or one of the custom crop names.
Down
>> Edit Crop Name Select to edit names of crops in crop name drop down.
>> Target Input Box Program target rate.
>> High and Low Input Automatically sets ten percent over and under. Select box to change.
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>> Population Adjust Enter correction value after performing seed rate check in field.
>> Rows Planting Check Only visible on split row machine configurations. This is where split row planting is turned on and off. Select
Box number of rows actively planting.
Planter Calculators >> Totals Softkey
>> Seed Estimator >> Calculators Tab >> Select one of three estimators; Bag, Unit, or Weight. Enter all values and view result.
Seed Estimator See Counters and Calculators section for details.
>> Transmission >> Calculators Tab >> Seed Transmission
Sprocket Calculator
>> Target Population Enter target population.
Input Box
>> Disk Type Drop Select vacuum disk type installed in meter or select finger pickup or radial bean at
Down bottom of list.
>> Seed Disk Drop Select disk installed in meter.
Down (Vacuum Only)
>> Vacuum Calculator >> Calculators Tab >> Vacuum
(Vacuum meters only
when vacuum meters
are set up)
>> Top Drop Down Select Vacuum
>> Seeds per kg (lb.) Enter number of seeds per kg (lb.)
Input Box
>> Disk Type Drop Select type of disk in meter.
Down
>> Seed Disk Drop Select disk. Set vacuum to suggested value as a starting point.
Down
Fertilizer Calculator >>Calculators Tab >>
Fertilizer
>> Model Drop Down Select planter model.
>> Rate (gal/ac) Set the rate at which fertilizer will be applied.
Target Speed (mph) Set the target speed the tractor will travel.
Area Calculators >> Totals Tab Select any input box. Change values or zero with Zero button.
Diagnostics
>> Diagnostic Softkey >> Hardware/Software Provides system data. On large frame planters with more than one controller, select
>> Readings tab each controller separately from the drop down.
>> Sensors/Status Drop Observe readings of programmed sensors.
Down
>> System Voltages Provides system data.
>> Tests >> Top Drop >> Seed Tube Sensor Tests the seed sensors detected by the monitor.
Down
>> Seed Drop Tests if a seed sensor is detecting seeds accurately.
>> Timed Seed Drop Tests the seed rate of a single row unit.
>> VRD Events Log
>> VRD Motor/Valve Used to flush air from VRD hydraulic system.
Flush
>> Diagnostics Code
>> Rotate Meters Verify drillshaft and meters turn without pulling machine through field.
Row Clutches test Used to electrically test each RowCommand™ row clutch circuit.
Row Clutch Self­test Used to electrically test all RowCommand™ clutches.
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Quick Reference Setup for VRD Machines

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Main Menu Screen

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Planter Application Screen

A—Main Menu D—Planter Application G—Planter Configuration J— Planter Diagnostics

B—Layout Manager E—Display Application H—Planter Rates
C—Performance Monitor F— Planter Main I— Planter Totals

The following reference assumes that the operator has require certain information be set up first. Follow quick
read and understands this manual. Some button images reference in sequence.
are given on this page as a reminder. Some entries
Quick Reference
Screen Layout Select Menu >> Layout Manager button >> Select a layout pattern.
>> Screen Area Select a screen area to assign an application.
>> Application Button Only applications allowed in chosen area appear as selections. Select one.
>> Application Screen Select application screen to verify. Select remaining screen areas to change. Select enter when done.
Performance Monitor Select Menu >> Performance Monitor button >> Settings button. If monitor reset button is ever pressed,
these values are erased.
>> Check Box Select GPS or radar connected directly to planter application or not. Check indicates connected. Empty
indicates radar is part of tractor system.
>> Input Box Verify that Implement Width matches planter width shown in planter monitor. Cycle power if they do not match.
>> Calibrate Button Follow calibration procedure if radar is connected to display.
Planter Drive Configuration Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Drives tab >> Drive Configuration drop­down box
>> Settings button.
>> Drive Source >> Variable Rate. If this is changed, all setup data is lost.
>> Meter Type Vacuum or Mechanical

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Quick Reference
>> Drive Type MaxEmerge™ or Pro­Series™
>> QS Enabled Check indicates Quick Start enabled (recommended). Empty indicates disabled.
Planter Drive Section Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Drives tab >> Drive Sections drop­down box >>
Configuration Settings button.
>> Number of Sections Enter number of variable rate motors on planter if different than shown.
Input Box
>> RowCommand™ Check indicates RowCommand™ enabled. Empty indicates disabled.
>> Next Page Button Enter values for first motor in input boxes.
>> Next Page Button Enter values for additional motors.
>> Enter Button
Planter RowCommand™ Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Drives tab >> Row Control Sections drop­down
Configuration >> Settings button.
>> Number of Sections Enter desired number of RowCommand™ control sections on machine.
Input Box
>> Next Page Button Enter end row for current section.
>> Next Page Button Enter values for additional sections.
>> Enter Button
Planter Frame Configuration Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration softkey >> Frame tab.
>> Rows Input Box Enter total number of rows. Total indicates all rows, even if planter is a split row machine, and half the rows are
currently inactive.
>> Row Spacing Input Enter row spacing. Spacing is the distance between any two side by side rows. Do not skip an inactive row and
Box measure to the next active row on split row machines.
>> Planter Width Input Enter planter width in unit of measure shown. Cycle power.
Box
>> Split Row Check Box Check the box, if planter is a split row machine. Status does not change once set.
>> Clutch Check Box Check this box if machine is equipped with multiple width disconnects and a warning is desired when some
rows are inactive.
Planter Sensor Configuration >> Sensor Tab
>> Seed >> Row Input Box Use this to set specific row sensors. Do not change split row configuration on this
page. Enter row number and select row on or off check box. Repeat for additional
rows. Turn all row sensors on or off at once with button on bottom of page.
>> Vacuum >> Sensors: Drop Down Select number of vacuum sensors on machine.
>> Sensor Vacuum must be off. Select each sensor, one at a time, and enter Calibration Value in
input box. John Deere sensors are 5.66. Select zero button to zero sensor reading.
Select next sensor and repeat.
>> Fertilizer >> Sensors: Drop Down Select number of fertilizer sensors on machine.
>> Sensor Residual fluid pressure must be released from system. Select each sensor, one at a
time, and enter Calibration Value in input box. John Deere sensors are 37.50. Select
zero button to zero sensor reading. Select next sensor and repeat.
>> Height (Only if >> Common or Separate Common sets a single height to start and stop variable rate motors.
RowCommand™ is Check Box Separate sets individual start and stop heights for variable rate motors.
enabled.)
Calibrate full up and full Fully raise machine and select Raised button (up arrow). Select Enter.
down Fully lower machine while driving forward in field and select Lowered button (down
arrow). Select Enter.
Set start and stop point Common: Select Start/Stop button. Raise machine to correct height and select
Start/Stop Height button or enter a value in Input box. Select Enter.
Separate: Select Start/Stop button. From lowered position, raise machine to motor
stop point and select Stop Height button or enter value in Input box. From raised
position, lower machine to motor start point and select Start Height button or enter
value in Input box. Select Enter.
Headland Suppression Suppresses Rows Not Planting Warning when planter is raised above height sensor stop point.
Warning
Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Sensor tab
Place a check mark in Headland Warning Suppression box.
>> Tractor Speed Select Auto check box to allow display to determine optimal ground speed source (recommended). If
unchecked, a drop­down appears. Select drop­down menu and choose sensor source.
Seed Rate Configuration >> Rates Softkey
>> Show Rates Button (1 rate for all motors or rates for each motor.)
>>Change Rates Button To change any rate.
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Quick Reference
>> Rate Drop Down Select rate to change. Use rate 6 for RX.
>> Motor Drop Down When equipped with multiple motors and different rates for each motor. Select motor
to set a rate. Only visible if box Use one rate for all motors is not selected.
>> On ­ Off Drop Down Set rate to appear or run screen or not.
>> Target Input Box Program target rate for selected motor.
>> High and Low Input Automatically sets ten percent over and under. Select box to change.
Box
>> Enter Button Saves program.
>> One Rate All Motors Only visible if multiple motors on machine. Check for one rate across machine. Empty for different rates on
Check Box each motor.
>> Crop Name Drop Select corn, soybeans or one of the custom crop names.
Down
>> Edit Crop Name Select to edit names of crops in crop name drop down.
>> Disk Type Drop Select type of disk or meter.
Down If custom is chosen, enter number of seeds/holes per revolution.
>> Seed Disk (Vacuum Select disk installed in meter.
only)
>> Population Adjust Enter correction value after performing seed rate check in field.
>> Rows Planting Check Only visible on split row machine configurations. Use for turning on/off split row planting. Select number of
Box rows actively planting.
Planter Calculators >> Totals Softkey
Area Calculators >> Totals Tab Select any input box. Change values or zero with Zero button.
Seed Estimator >> Calculators Tab >> Select one of three estimators; Bag, Unit, or Weight. Enter all values and view result.
Seed Estimator See Counters and Calculators section for details.
Vacuum Calculator >> Calculators Tab >> Vacuum
(Vacuum meters only
when vacuum meters
are set up)
>> Top Drop Down Select Vacuum
>> Seeds per kg (lb.) Enter number of seeds per kg (lb.)
Input Box
>> Disk Type Drop Select type of disk in meter.
Down
>> Seed Disk Drop Select disk. Set vacuum to suggested value as a starting point.
Down
Fertilizer Calculator >>Calculators Tab >>
Fertilizer
>> Model Drop Down Select planter model.
>> Rate (gal/ac) Set the rate at which fertilizer is applied.
Target Speed (mph) Set the target speed the tractor will travel.
Diagnostics
>> Diagnostic Softkey >> Hardware/Software Provides system data. On large frame planters with more than one controller, select
>> Readings tab. each controller separately from the drop down.
>> Sensors/Status Drop Observe readings of programmed sensors.
Down
>> System Voltages Provides system data.
>> VRD Data Drop Review sensor readings. If Target RPM displays CAL, operate machine in the field a
Down short distance with VRD active. This calibrates motors.
>> Tests >> Top Drop >> Seed Tube Sensor Tests the seed sensors detected by the monitor.
Down
>> Seed Drop Tests if a seed sensor is detecting seeds accurately.
>> Timed Seed Drop Tests the seed rate of a single row unit.
>> VRD Events Log
>> VRD Motor/Valve Used to flush air from VRD hydraulic system.
Flush
>> Diagnostics Code
>> Rotate Meters Verify drillshaft and meters turn without pulling machine through field.

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Quick Reference
Row Clutches test Used to electrically test each RowCommand™ row clutch circuit.
Row Clutch Self­test Used to electrically test all RowCommand™ clutches.
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Check Current Configuration

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey.
IMPORTANT: A Drive Source change resets all
planter settings to default values and requires
cycling power to the display and controller.
Always configure Drive Source before
planter settings are entered.
Planter Button
2. Select each tab (A) and verify planter configuration
before operation to minimize down time.

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A—Tabs

Configure Softkey

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Configure Planter Drive Source

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Drive source is configured at the factory for each planter.
The only reason to change this configuration is if a
different drive system has been installed on machine.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey
>> Drives tab >> Drive Configure drop­down box
>> Settings button.
Planter Button
IMPORTANT: A Drive Source change resets all
planter settings to default values.

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2. Select drive source.
3. Select Enter button to acknowledge controller reset
warning.
NOTE: Wait 30 seconds between power cycles.

4. Cycle power. Configure Softkey

5. For variable driven machines:

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a. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure
softkey >> Drives tab >> Drive Sections drop­down
box >> Settings button.
b. Set number of motors, and select next page icon.
c. Configure each drive motor end row with input box.
Settings Button
d. Configure drive gear and driven gear using input
boxes.
Meter Drive Setup — Meter Drive Setup
e. Configure clutch disconnect location using Drive Source — Drive Source
drop­down box. Select next page icon to configure Drives — Drives
other motor row clutches. Start Row — Starting Row
End Row — Ending Row
f. When complete select Enter.
Drive Gear — Drive Gear
Screen Area Information Driven Gear — Driven Gear
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Frame — Frame
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Configure Frame, Split Row, and Drive

Disconnect Warning

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration
softkey >> Frame tab.
NOTE: If number of rows is changed, RowCommand™
will need to be enabled again.

2. Select Rows input box. Enter total number of rows Planter Button
on machine.
3. Select Row Spacing input box. Enter distance

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between each row unit.
4. Planter Width is automatically calculated. To calculate
width manually, select input box and enter a value.
5. Select Clutch Disconnect Warning check box to
enable or disable the partial width alarm. When
enabled, a full page warning displays for 5 seconds Configuration Softkey
whenever a clutch or drive section is disengaged. A
message is displayed on Message Center softkey and

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monitor beeps every 15 seconds as a reminder.
NOTE: When split row option is chosen, the number
of rows, row spacing, and machine width
are automatically calculated for monitoring
purposes. Split row settings are displayed
to the right of input boxes.
Rates Softkey
6. If machine is a split row design, select Split Row
check box. Split Row must always remain checked if Frame — Frame
planter is a split row design. To toggle between wide Total — Total
and narrow rows when planting, perform the following: Rows — Rows
7. Select Rates softkey. Row Spacing — Row Spacing
Planter Width — Planter Width
8. If planter is a split row machine, select Rows Planting Split Row — Split Row
check box to change between split rows and all rows. Split — Split
Clutch Disconnect Warning — Clutch Disconnect
9. Cycle power to ensure all new settings are updated. Warning
Screen Area Information Rows Planting — Number of Rows Planting

Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration

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Configure RowCommand™

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey
>> Drives tab >> Drive Sections drop­down box >>
Settings button.
2. Check box to enable RowCommand™. Select next
page icon.
NOTE: To set­up motors see CONFIGURE PLANTER
Planter Button
DRIVE SOURCE section in this manual.

3. If equipped with variable drive, motor setup appears

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on screen. Select next page icon until row control
sections setup appears on screen:
a. Enter number of RowCommand™ control sections
in input box. Select next page icon.
IMPORTANT: RowCommand™ sections must
not cross meter drive sections on the Configuration Softkey
planter. Plan your configuration accordingly.
See RECOMMENDED ROWCOMMAND™

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CONFIGURATIONS in this section.

IMPORTANT: The number of rows across a minimum

of 152 cm (60 in.) must be entered for each
section. If planter is on 76 cm (30 in.) row
spacing a minimum of 2 rows must be entered.
For example if a 1790­16/32 is being set­up, Settings Button
there are four rows per 152 cm (60 in.), minimum
number of rows per section would be four.
If Row Control Sections does not appear in drop­down
IMPORTANT: If numerous RowCommand™ clutches box, RowCommand™ has not been enabled. Repeat
are simultaneously energized (meters RowCommand™ configuration procedure.
disengaged), a tractor “Low Voltage” warning Screen Area Information
may occur due to limited alternator output.
Reduce electrical load or increase engine RPM. Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Drives — Drives
b. Configure each sections ending row using input Row Command — Row Command
box. Select next page icon to toggle through each Number of Sections — Number of Sections
section. See RECOMMENDED ROWCOMMAND™ Start Row — Starting Row
SECTION CONFIGURATIONS in this section. End Row — Ending Row
Row Control Sections — Row Control Sections
c. When complete, a visual representation of the
configuration appears. Select Enter to confirm
setup. Select Enter again. Cycle power when
prompted.
To edit row control sections select Menu >> Planter
button >> Configure softkey >> Drives tab >> Row
Control Sections drop­down box >> Settings button.
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Recommended RowCommand™ Section

Configurations
Machine Number of Rows Drive Sections (Variable Drive Sections (Ground Control Sections
Rate Drive) Drive)
Custom Built 16R40 16 3 N/A 8
Custom Built 18R38 18 3 N/A 9
1720 12R 30, 38, 40 12 3 1 6
1720 16R30 16 3 1 8
1760 12R30 12 2 2 6
1770 12R30 12 2 2 6
1770NT 12R30 12 2 2 6
1770NT 16R30 16 2 2 8
1770NT 24R30 24 2 2 12
1790 12_23 23 2 2 6
1790 12_24 24 2 2 6
1790 24R20 24 2 2 8
1790 16_31 31 2 2 8
1790 16_32 32 2 2 8
DB44 24R22 24 2 2 8
DB58 32R22 32 2 2 8
DB60 36R20 36 3 2 12
DB60 47R15 47 3 2 12
DB66 36R22 36 3 2 12
DB80 32R30 32 2 2 16
DB80 48R20 48 3 3 12
DB88 48R22 48 3 3 12
DB90 36R30 36 3 3 12
DB120 48R30 48 3 N/A 12

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Seed Sensors On/Off

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration
softkey >> Sensor tab.
IMPORTANT: Frame configuration must be complete
before seed sensor setup.

2. Select Seed from drop down box.

Planter Button
3. To change all rows at once, select button to Turn All
Rows On or to Turn All Rows Off.

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To change one row at a time, select Row input box
and enter row number. Select On or Off check box
to configure selected row.
On/Off selections are only available for active rows.
Example: If a split row machine is set to plant in the
wide row configuration, the intermediate (split) rows
are not selectable. Configuration Softkey

Screen Area Information

All Rows On — All Rows On
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration All Rows Off — All Rows Off
Seed — Seed Turn All Rows On — Turn All Rows On
Row — Row Turn All Rows Off — Turn All Rows Off
On — On Rows Off: — Rows Off:
Off — Off
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Vacuum Sensors

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NOTE: This option is only visible if machine is configured
for one or more vacuum sensors.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration

softkey >> Sensor tab.
2. Select Vacuum from drop down box.
Planter Button
3. Select number of vacuum sensors on machine from
Sensors: drop down box.

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NOTE: Current pressure is displayed on bottom
left of screen.

4. Select each sensor, one at a time, from the Sensor

drop down box. Shut off vacuum hydraulics prior to
depressing the Zero Sensor button.
Screen Area Information Configuration Softkey

Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration

Sensors: — Sensors:
Sensor — Sensor
Vacuum — Vacuum
Cal Value — Calibration Value
Turn Vacuum Off — Turn Vacuum Off

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Select — Select

Zero Sensor Button

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Vacuum Sensor Calibration

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NOTE: This option is only visible if machine is configured
for one or more vacuum sensors.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration

softkey >> Sensor tab.
2. Select Vacuum from drop down box.
Planter Button
3. Select each sensor, one at a time, from the Sensor
drop down box.

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4. Select Cal Value input box and enter the number of
inches of water displayed per volt from the vacuum
sensor. John Deere™ planters with factory equipped
sensors have a calibration value of 5.66.
NOTE: Current pressure is displayed on bottom
left of screen.
Configuration Softkey
5. Shut off vacuum hydraulics prior to depressing the
Zero Sensor button.
Screen Area Information
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Sensor — Sensor
Vacuum — Vacuum

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Cal Value — Calibration Value
Turn Vacuum Off — Turn Vacuum Off
Select — Select

Zero Sensor Button

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Liquid Fertilizer Sensors

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NOTE: This option is only visible if machine is configured
for one or more sensors.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration

softkey >> Sensor tab.
2. Select Fertilizer from drop down box.
Planter Button
3. Select number of fertilizer sensors on machine from
Sensors: drop down box.

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4. Select each sensor, one at a time, from the Sensor
drop down box. Select High Pressure input box and
enter a high pressure warning limit, if desired.
NOTE: Current pressure is displayed on bottom
left of screen.

5. Select each sensor, one at a time, from the Sensor Configuration Softkey
drop down box. Relieve pressure in fertilizer system
and select the Zero Sensor button.
Screen Area Information
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Fertilizer — Fertilizer
Sensors: — Sensors:

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Sensor — Sensor
High Pressure — High Pressure
Cal Value — Calibration Value
Pressure — Pressure
Relieve Pressure — Relieve Pressure
Select — Select
Zero Sensor Button

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Liquid Fertilizer Sensor Calibration (Optional)

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NOTE: This option is only visible if machine is configured
for one or more sensors.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration

softkey >> Sensor tab.
2. Select Fertilizer from drop down box.
Planter Button
3. Select each sensor, one at a time, from the Sensor
drop down box.

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4. Select Cal Value input box and enter the pressure per
volt from the fertilizer sensor. John Deere™ planters
with factory equipped sensors have a calibration value
of 37.50.
NOTE: Some pressure remains trapped in the system
even after it is shut down, unless manually relieved.
Configuration Softkey
NOTE: Current pressure is displayed on bottom
left of screen.

5. Relieve fertilizer pressure from system and select the

Zero Sensor button.
Screen Area Information

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Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Sensor — Sensor
Fertilizer — Fertilizer
High Pressure — High Pressure
Cal Value — Calibration Value
Pressure — Pressure
Relieve Pressure — Relieve Pressure Zero Sensor Button
Select — Select

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Calibrate Common Start and Stop Height

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Use this procedure to set a single point to start and stop
VRD motors as the machine raises and lowers. Common
start/stop points are used when machine is equipped with
row unit parallel­arm height switches. Machines with a
wheel frame height sensor can use separate start/stop
points.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey Planter Button
>> Sensor tab.
2. Select Height from drop­down box.

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3. Select Common.
4. Completely raise machine in field raised position.
5. Select Planter Raised button. Select Enter button.
6. Lower machine completely while driving forward under
Configure Softkey
seeding conditions.
7. Select Planter Lowered button. Select Enter button.
8. Select Start/Stop button.

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IMPORTANT: Start/stop point must be manually set
to 50 for integral planters with single action
height switches on row unit parallel arms.

NOTE: A set point less than 20 is not recommended

with wheel frame height sensor. Planter Raised Planter Lowered

9. With Wheel Frame Height Sensor: From the fully

lowered position, raise machine until the desired
start/stop point is achieved and select Set Height
button. Recommended setting is with openers at soil
surface.
10. If setting needs slight adjustment after planting begins,
select input box and adjust value in small increments.

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11. Select Enter button.
Screen Area Information
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Sensor — Sensor
Height — Height
Common — Common Start/Stop
Separate — Separate
Motor Start/Stop Height — Motor Start/Stop Height
Current Planter Height — Current Planter Height
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Calibrate Separate Start and Stop Height

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Use this procedure to set separate points to start and stop
VRD motors as the machine raises and lowers. Machines
with wheel frame height sensors use separate start/stop
points. Common start/stop points are generally used
when machine is equipped with row unit parallel­arm
height switches.
Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >> Planter Button
Sensor tab.
1. Select Height from drop down box.

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2. Select Separate.
3. Completely raise machine in field raised position.
4. Select Planter Raised button. Select Enter button.
5. Lower machine completely while driving forward under
Configure Softkey
seeding conditions.
6. Select Planter Lowered button. Select Enter button.
7. Select Start/Stop button.

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IMPORTANT: Start height must be a larger
value than stop height.

NOTE: A set point less than 20 is not recommended

with wheel frame height sensor.

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Planter Raised
8. From the fully lowered position, raise machine until
motor stop height is achieved and select Stop Height
button. Recommended setting is just before openers
exit soil.
9. Fully raise machine.
Start/Stop
10. From the fully raised position, lower machine until
motor start height is achieved and select Start Height
button. Recommended setting is just before openers
contact soil.

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11. If settings need to be adjusted slightly after planting

begins, select input boxes and adjust values in small
increments.
12. Select Enter button.
Screen Area Information Planter Lowered Start Height
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Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Sensor — Sensor
Height — Height
Common — Common
Separate — Separate
Motor Start Height — Motor Start Height
Motor Stop Height — Motor Stop Height
Current Planter Height — Current Planter Height Stop Height

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Ground Speed Source

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration
softkey >> Sensor tab.
2. Select Tractor Speed from drop down box.
3. Auto box checked is the recommended option. Radar
speed and tractor wheel speed are shown on bottom
of screen. The active source used at this moment is
Planter Button
displayed in the middle of the screen.
4. To force the monitor to use only one speed source,

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clear Auto check box.
IMPORTANT: Entering a manual speed is an option.
A single speed value must be entered. The
monitor assumes the planter is always travelling
this speed. Travel at this speed for most
accurate monitor readings. All rates and
warnings are based on the speed entered, Configuration Softkey
not the actual ground speed.

5. Select a single speed source; Radar, Wheel Speed,

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or Manual.
Screen Area Information
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Sensors: — Sensors:
Sensor — Sensor
Tractor Speed — Tractor Speed Radar Speed Wheel Speed
Auto — Auto
Select Source — Select Source
Active Source — Active Source

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mph — Miles Per Hour
kph — Kilometers Per Hour

Manual Speed

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Variable­Rate Drive (VRD) Overview
A Variable­Rate Drive (VRD) system uses one or more
hydraulic motors to turn the seed meters. Various sensors System Functionality
along with data entered into the monitor by the operator
determines meter speed required to achieve a chosen
• SeedStar™2 Controller: A controller mounted on
the planter frame receives power from the tractor and
population. signals from all the system components. The controller
VRD features provide additional performance over processes all the information, controls the hydraulic
mechanical drives. motor valve, and provides information to the monitor
display. The controller communicates over a CAN
• Manually change seed rates from the cab without (Controller Area Network) system. SeedStar™2 is only
stopping. compatible with John Deere GreenStar™2 1800 and
• Manually change seed rates when crossing different 2600 displays and ISO 11783 compliant competitive
soil types. displays only.
• Manually change seed rates when crossing transitions • Monitor Display: A monitor accepts operator inputs
between irrigated and non­irrigated ground. and sends data to the controller. The monitor also
• Program up to five different seed rates to choose from displays data received from the controller.
while planting. • Height Sensor: Most drawn planters use an adjustable
• Use multiple VRD motors to seed different rates with wheel frame height sensor to start and stop seeding
each hydraulic drive motor or select the same rate for at chosen points as the planter is lowered and raised.
all motors. The start and stop points are input and adjusted by the
• Compatibility with APEX software and Map Based operator on the GreenStar™2 display.
Planter Field Doc™ to design a prescription plan that Most integral planters use one or more push button
automatically adjusts seed rates in the field. switches mounted on a row unit parallel arm. The switch
compresses when the planter is raised and release
System Components when lowered. Two Switch System: One switch is
• Hydraulic Motor ­ Motor turns planter drive shafts and installed on the far left side of the machine, and one
meters. switch on the first row unit to the right of center. If only
• Valve and Solenoid ­ Varies oil flow to motor. one switch is compressed, the drives continue to turn.
• Motor Sensor ­ Monitors motor speed. Uneven ground can cause one switch to compress
• Height Sensor or Switch ­ Monitors frame height. while one switch remains in the released position.
• Motion Sensor ­ Monitors planter wheel rotation. Drives only stop when BOTH switches are compressed
• Tractor Radar or GPS Receiver ­ Indicates ground as planter is raised.
speed. • A tractor mounted radar or GPS receiver determines
• System Controller ­ Processes all signals and data ground speed.
input. • A wheel motion sensor mounted on a planter wheel
• Monitor Display ­ Presents data and accepts operator detects motion and indicates the planter is moving. This
input. is a safety feature validating the ground speed signal
from the radar or GPS receiver.
Hydraulic Requirements • Power to the variable­rate drive motors is supplied
by continuous hydraulic flow from the tractor. The
Tractor must have either a load sensing hydraulic system controller signals a solenoid operating a hydraulic valve
or a closed center hydraulic system with flow control. on the motor to control motor speed.
These types of hydraulic systems usually have large oil • A speed sensor mounted on the motor shaft detects
reservoirs and increased oil cooling capacity. They only motor speed for feedback to the SeedStar™ controller.
deliver the oil flow needed for the VRD motors to maintain
a constant speed. NOTE: Population readings detected by seed sensors
do NOT control motor speed.
Each VRD motor requires a nominal hydraulic oil flow of
3.79 to 30.28 L/min. (1.0 to 8.0 gpm) at 3447 to 10 342 • The operator enters data into the monitor for seed rates,
kPa (500 to 1500 psi). seed disks, seed meters, row spacing, motor sprockets,
NOTE: Tractors with open center hydraulic systems are and frame position. The controller uses other operator
not recommended for the following reasons: entered data to adjust motor speed and therefore meter
speed.
• No control of oil flow volume. The following components must be active for system
• Excessive oil temperature. operation:
• Decreased oil flow to motor during operation
of other tractor control valves. • Monitor operation—Monitor and controller must have
electrical power.
• Seed Rates—One or more must be entered and turned
ON from the Planter ­ Rates screen.
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• Continuous hydraulic oil flow—Oil must be flowing to

motors.
• Ground Speed from the tractor—Controller must detect
ground speeds greater than 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

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• Wheel motion sensor—Controller must detect planter
wheel motion.
• Height Sensor or Switch—Must be calibrated and
controller must detect that planter is lowered.
To verify planter settings, see CHECK CURRENT
CONFIGURATION in Setup Variable­Rate Drive section. No Activity Wheel Motion Active

To view current status of VRD inputs, Select Planter >>

Diagnostics softkey >> Readings tab >> VRD Data from
drop down menu.

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In order for variable­rate drive to work, seed rates must be
entered and turned ON from the Planter ­ Rates screen.
NOTE: Refer to "Variable­Rate Drive Component
Activity" for more detailed information.

During normal operation, a visual indicator appears on

the RUN screen when motors are operational. The gear Planter Lowered Drives Engaged
indicator sections fill in, one at a time based on system
activity, then turn solid green to indicate at least one motor stopped position, use high idle and a low gear. Gradually
is operational. upshift and increase speed from 3.2 km/h (2 mph) to
target speed to allow the VRD system time to adjust. Use
System Performance Quick Start feature to improve initial motor activation.
Low speeds affect performance. Motor performance Downshift instead of idling down to turn on ends of field.
becomes marginal at speeds less than 3.2 km/h (2 mph) Attain 3.2 km/h (2 mph) before lowering the planter and
and stops at speeds below 1.6 km/h (1 mph). NO monitor gradually upshift to target speed.
warnings are given at speeds below 3.2 km/h (2 mph).
Extreme and sudden changes in speed cause a decrease
in population and spacing accuracy. To start from a
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Quick Start Overview—Variable Rate Drive

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The Quick Start button is above the motor rotation button. • Planter wheel motion must be detected.
A skip is an area where seed is expected, but has not
• Planter frame height must indicate a lowered position.
been planted. To use Quick Start:
The Quick Start feature allows the operator to reduce 1. Raise planter.
a skip when the planter starts from a stop. Quick Start
reduces the skip to approximately 0.3—1.2 m (1—4 ft.). 2. Begin forward travel in a low gear at high idle.

When Quick Start is selected and activates, the control 3. Select QS Reset on display.
unit engages the motors at the minimum operational 4. Lower planter. When the height sensor indicates
rpm represented by a target ground speed. The motors a lowered position “QS 6” appears on screen and
overpopulate until actual ground speed reaches the target begins counting down. The VRD motors engage at
speed calculated by the control unit. the minimum speed.
For example: 5. Gradually shift up to planting speed.
Population Row Spacing Minimum Speed
When timer reaches zero, the control unit checks for
37 000 seeds/hectare 76 cm 4.8 km/h a minimum ground speed of 1.6 km/h (1 mph). If
(15 000 seeds/acre) (30 in.) (3 mph)
minimum speed is not reached, system shuts down.
74 000 seeds/hectare 76 cm 2.4 km/h If speed is over minimum, but less than target, timer
(30 000 seeds/acre) (30 in.) (1.5 mph)
resets to 6 seconds. When timer reaches zero again,
the control unit checks for the minimum ground speed
The control unit must detect the four following conditions
again. If minimum speed is not reached, system shuts
before Quick Start activates:
down. If speed is over minimum, but less than target,
• Quick Start must be enabled by selecting Planter motors continue to run below optimum limits and a
application >> Planter Configuration softkey >> warning is issued to increase speed. If target speed is
Drives tab >> Settings button >> check QS Enabled reached at any point while timer is active, Quick Start
check box. Select Enter button. deactivates and normal operation resumes.
• Actual measured radar speed must be less than
minimum ground speed.
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Rotate Seed Meters Overview

CAUTION: Avoid injury from rotating drive

components. Ensure everyone is clear of drive
components before activating variable­rate drive.

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The Rotate Seed Meters feature allows the operator to
rotate the seed meters by activating the variable­rate
drive motors while machine is stationary. The meters fill
with seed as meters rotate. Full meters reduce the area
traveled before seeds meet the soil when starting from
a stop.
Meter Rotation Button
The following must occur for this feature to function:
• Planter must be unfolded. approximately one half a revolution. Select the button at
• Planter must be in raised position. least three times to completely fill seed meters. If meters
• Planter must be stationary. fail to move, a warning screen appears.
• Variable rate hydraulics must be active. NOTE: When Rotate Meter function is used in conjunction
• If equipped with vacuum, vacuum must be at operating with RowCommand™, RowCommand™ clutches
pressure to hold seeds on meter disks.
will be de­energized (meters engaged).
Select Meter Rotation button on Main Planter screen to
rotate meters. An audible tone sounds when meters stop This feature may also be used as a diagnostic tool for
turning. Each time the icon is pressed, the meters rotate the variable rate drive.
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Enable Variable­Rate Drive Software Height sensor must be calibrated and seeding rates must
NOTE: Planters are configured with the appropriate be defined and turned ON before operation.
drive source from the factory.

Confirm the Planter Drive source is listed as Variable­Rate

from the Planter Configuration softkey >> Drives tab.
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Check Current Configuration

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey.
IMPORTANT: A Drive Source change resets all
planter settings to default values and requires
cycling power to the display and controller.
Always configure Drive Source before
planter settings are entered.
Planter Button
2. Select each tab (A) and verify planter configuration
before operation to minimize down time.

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A—Tabs

Configure Softkey

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Set Meter Type and Row Unit Drive Type

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey
>> Drives tab >> Drive Configuration >> Settings
button.
2. Select Meter Type drop down menu and choose type
of meter on machine.
3. Select Drive Type drop down menu and choose type
Planter Button
of row unit on planter.
4. To enable QuickStart feature, check the QS box.

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Screen Area Information
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
Meter Type — Meter Type
Drives — Drives
Drive Type — Drive Type
Vacuum — Vacuum Configure Softkey
Mechanical — Mechanical
MaxEmerge — MaxEmerge
PRO­SERIES — PRO­SERIES

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QS — Quick Start

Settings Button
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Adjust Motion Sensor Gap—All Planters

Except 1770NT, 1790, and Deere/Bauer
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage to sensor. Rotate
wheel to ensure no contact between disk
(B) and end of sensor (A).

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Loosen cap screws (C). Adjust position of wheel motion
sensor (A) until space between end of sensor and disk (B)
is 2—4 mm (0.08—0.16 in.). Tighten two cap screws (C).

A—Motion Sensor C—Cap Screws

B—Disk

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Adjust Motion Sensor Gap—1770NT,

1790, and Deere/Bauer
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage to sensor. Rotate
wheel to ensure no contact between disk
(C) and end of sensor (B).

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Loosen lock nuts (A) and adjust position of wheel motion
sensor (B) until space between end of sensor and disk (C)
is 2—4 mm (0.08—0.16 in.). Tighten lock nuts.

A—Lock Nuts C—Disk

B—Sensor

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Adjust Parallel Arm Height Switch

This switch is used on all integral planters except 1720
16 Row.
1. Raise machine until lower parallel arm stop (A)
contacts planting unit frame (B).

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2. Loosen cap screw (E).
3. Rotate sensor bracket (C) until flat surface (D) is 20
mm (3/4 in.) from planting unit frame (B).
4. Tighten cap screw (E).
5. Repeat on other height sensor, if equipped.

A—Stop D—Flat Surface

B—Frame E—Cap Screw
C—Bracket

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Assign Motor—Rows, Sprockets, and

Width Disconnect

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IMPORTANT: Complete frame configuration first
for correct VRD configuration.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey

>> Drives tab.
2. Highlight drop down box and select Drive Sections Planter Button

3. Select Settings button and set the number of motors

on machine.
4. Select Next Page button. Set up each motor, one at a

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time, entering the following:
NOTE: Row number one is always on left side of
machine in direction of travel.

• Select End Row input box and enter right most row
number controlled by selected VRD motor. Configure Softkey Settings Button
• Select Disconnect drop down box and assign a
section of the machine to selected VRD motor.
IMPORTANT: When an auto­half width disconnect
is activated, all rows on that disconnect, stop

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planting and monitor does not monitor them
for a failure. All deactivated rows have to start
planting again before the planter at a glance page
and row failure monitoring is activated again.

IMPORTANT: When using RowCommand™, the 1/2

auto width reduction feature is turned off. Next Page Disconnect

NOTE: Tooth count is stamped on the side of sprocket.

• Select Drive Gear and Driven Gear (Sprocket)

input boxes and enter number of sprocket teeth for
selected VRD motor.
5. Repeat for each motor.

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6. Select Enter button.
NOTE: Message not displayed on half screen layout.

7. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey

>>Frame softkey >> select Clutch Disconnect
Warning check box to enable or disable the partial
width alarm. If enabled, a full page warning displays A—Drive Gear B—Driven Gear
for 5 seconds whenever a clutch is disengaged. A
message is displayed on bottom line of full page run
screen and monitor beeps every 15 seconds as a
reminder.
Machine Drive Gear (Motor Sprocket) Driven Gear (Drillshaft Sprocket)
All 1790 Machines 18 36
1770NT (12, 16, and 24 Row) with Mechanical Meters and Cable Drive 27 29
All Other Machines and 1770NT Configurations 18 29

Screen Area Information Motors — Motors

Settings — Motor Setup
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration Start Row — Begin Row
VRD — Variable Rate Drive End Row — End Row
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Drive Gear — Drive Gear Enter — Next Screen

Driven Gear — Driven Gear Continue — Save
Left — Left Frame — Frame
Right — Right Clutch Disconnect Warning — Clutch Disconnect
Center — Center Warning
Either — Either
None — None
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Ground Driven Machines—Target Population
and High­Low Warnings

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IMPORTANT: Population and High­Low warnings
are entered differently for variable rate drive
machines. See VRD MACHINES—CONFIGURE
METER, CROP, DISK, AND RATES in this section.

NOTE: Number of rows planting are only visible if

Planter Button
monitor is configured for a split row machine.
See CONFIGURE FRAME, SPLIT ROW, AND
DRIVE DISCONNECT WARNING in SETUP

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Basic Planter Configuration section.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Rates softkey.

2. Select corn, soybeans, or one of the custom crop
names. Select Enter button.
3. Select Target Rate input box and enter value. Rates Softkey

4. High and low warning limits are automatically set to

a percentage above and below the target rate. To Custom — Custom
change limits, select High and Low Warning input Edit — Edit
boxes and enter new value. Target Rate — Target Rate
High Warning — High Warning
NOTE: Rates and warning setpoints are saved Low Warning — Low Warning
for each crop name. Population Adjust — Population Adjust
Rows Planting — Rows Planting
Screen Area Information Avg. Spacing — Average Spacing
Seeds — Seeds
Planter Rates — Planter Rates
ac — Acre
Crop Name — Crop Name
ha — Hectare
Corn — Corn
Soybeans — Soybeans
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VRD Machines—Configure Meter,

Crop, Disk, and Rates

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Rates softkey.
2. Use One Rate for All Motors
• Select check box to enable all motors to use one
rate.
• Leave check box empty when different rates are Planter Button
used for each motor.
3. Select corn, soybeans, or one of the custom crop

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names.
4. Select Disk Type drop down box.
• If planter is configured for mechanical meters,
plateless meter selections appear. Select the
plateless meter installed on machine.
• If planter is configured for vacuum, types of vacuum Rates Softkey
disks appear. Select the type of disk installed in
meters.
Screen Area Information
5. Select Seed Disk drop down box and select the
vacuum disk used. Planter Rates — Planter Rates
Use One Rate for All Motors — Use One Rate for All
6. Select Show Rates button. Motors
7. Select Change Rates button. Crop Name — Crop Name
Corn — Corn
8. If setting different rates for each motor, select Motor Soybeans — Soybeans
drop down box to choose a motor to assign rates. Custom — Custom
Edit — Edit
NOTE: Each motor must have a rate set for Disk Type — Disk Type
each rate selected. Finger Pick­Up — Finger Pick­Up
Radial Bean — Radial Bean
9. Select Rate drop down box and choose a rate to Custom Plateless — Custom Plateless
assign population. Cotton — Cotton
10. Select Target input box and enter the target population Sorghum — Sorghum
for selected rate. High and Low population (warning) Sunflower — Sunflower
limits are automatically set to a percentage above and Edible Beans — Edible Beans
below the target rate. Select High and Low input Peanuts — Peanuts
boxes to manually adjust warning limits. Sugar Beets — Sugar Beets
Custom Vacuum — Custom Vacuum
IMPORTANT: Variable Rate Drive is inoperative Seed Disk — Seed Disk
until at least one target rate has been Show Rates — Show Rates
defined AND turned ON. Change Rates — Change Rates
Rate — Rate
NOTE: Rate 6 is used for map based prescription. To Target Population — Target Population
enable controller to use a prescription, select Seeds — Seeds
the "On" drop­down box under rate 6 and from ac — Acre
RUN screen select the Rx rate. Once selected, ha — Hectare
run page will have a small Rx indicator near Target — Target
the Target Seeds per Area icon. High — High
Low — Low
11. To see a rate on the RUN page as a choice, select On On — On
– Off drop down box and choose ON. Off — Off
Avg. Spacing — Average Spacing
12. Select Enter button.
13. Average Spacing shown on the bottom of the screen is
the CALCULATED distance between plants based on
the row width and target population entered in monitor
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Population Adjust (PA)

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IMPORTANT: Ensure that seed meters are properly
adjusted and perform and in field population
check BEFORE using Population Adjust.

PA (POPULATION ADJUST) is beneficial when planting

high population rates or planting small seeds. Under
these two conditions, some sensors detect fewer seeds
than are delivered. To adjust for the undetected seeds, a Planter Button
correction factor must be calculated and entered into the
monitor to adjust the displayed population.

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PA is the correction factor the operator calculates and
enters into the monitor. Sensor detections are multiplied
by the correction factor before display. A PA number of
1.00 displays actual sensor detections. A PA number
of 2.00 displays twice the number of actual sensor
detections.
Rates Softkey
A field population check MUST be performed to determine
the correct PA correction factor.
Always reset Population Adjust factor back to 1.00 when
changing crops, seed varieties, or populations. Calculate
new PA factor only if necessary.
Example:

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If 160 000 seeds are detected and displayed when 180
000 are planted, divide 180 000 by 160 000 to obtain a PA
value (180 000 ÷ 160 000 = 1.13). Enter a PA value of 1.13
into monitor. The monitor multiplies each detected seed
by 1.13 and displays an adjusted population of 180 000.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Rates softkey.
NOTE: Initial PA setting is always 1.0. PA value A—Sensor LED
other than 1.0 is not needed for soybeans when
AccuCount™ seed tube sensors are used.
AccuCount™ sensors are identified by a red LED
(A) on the outside of sensor housing. Planter Rates — Planter Rates
Population Adjust — Population Adjust
2. Select Population Adjust input box. Crop Name — Crop Name
Target Rate — Target Rate
3. Enter the calculated value. Acceptable range is High Warning — High Warning
between 0.1 and 2.5. Low Warning — Low Warning
Seeds — Seeds
4. Perform an in field population check and adjust PA ac — Acre
value until monitor displays the same value as actual ha — Hectare
population.
Screen Area Information
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Machines with RowCommand™
Indicators (A) show activity of individual RowCommand™
sections.
Select buttons (B) to turn sections on and off manually,
starting from the outside of the planter. Select button (C)
to enable all sections. Swath icon (E) indicates sections
controlled by SwathControl™.
The planter main run screen monitors all critical functions
on the planter and is always visible on the display while
planting. The main run screen is viewable in Scan mode
or Planter At A Glance mode. See following descriptions
in this section for detailed information.
NOTE: If numerous RowCommand™ clutches are

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simultaneously energized (meters disengaged),
a tractor "Low Voltage" warning can occur due
to limited alternator output. Reduce electrical
load or increase engine RPM.

Scan Mode

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A—Drive Indicator D—Clutch Icon

B—Command Buttons E—Swath Icon
C—All On Button

RowCommand™ Indicators (A)

Indicator Color RowCommand™ Activity
Green Section is active and detected by system. (Meter engaged)
Black Section deactivated manually by operator using arrows or half­width disconnect switch.
Neutral With Black Border Section deactivated by SwathControl™ prescription.
Not Visible Section is not responsive. Row continues to plant, but section cannot be controlled with
RowCommand™. A warning alerts operator to failure.
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Ground Driven Machines

The planter main run screen monitors all critical functions
on the planter and is always visible on the display while
planting. The main run screen is viewable in Scan mode
or Planter­At­A­Glance mode.
Select Menu button >> Planter button >> Main softkey.
Select Toggle button to switch between Scan and
Planter­At­A­Glance mode.
(A) Target Population Rate (seeds per area).
(B) Seeds per Area for active scan row (Scan mode).
(C) Active Scan Row (Scan mode).
(D) Row number delivering minimum population.

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(E) Row number delivering maximum population.
(F) Selected row population.
(G) Toggle Button: Toggles population monitor from Scan
Mode to Planter­at­a­Glance Mode.
Scan Mode
(H) Drive Status Bar: Shows whether meter drives are
active or inactive. The status bar is divided into the
number of drive sections on the planter. Green is active.
Gray is inactive. When a disconnect is selected, the green
bar for that drive section turns gray. The meter drives
stop, and the population bars turn red as the population
drops to zero on the disconnected rows. The status bar
turns green again and the Planter­At­A­Glance population
bars become active once all rows in the disconnected
drive section deliver greater than two seeds per second.
(I) Average population across entire machine (seeds per
area).
(J) Vacuum Level display. When machine is equipped
with more than one vacuum fan, the bar is divided by the
number of fans on the machine.

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(K) Fertilizer pressure (if equipped).
(L) Planter Cautions.
(M) Planter­At­A­Glance screen area.
(N) Population Bar. Orange when planting above or below Planter­At­A­Glance Mode
alarm set points. Red when not planting.
(O) Counters and speed are displayed in lower section A—Target Population Rate I— Area Counter
of screen. B—Seeds Per Area J— Vacuum Level
C—Scanned Row Number K—Fertilizer Pressure
Planter­At­A­Glance Mode The line in the middle is the D—Row With Minimum L— Planter Cautions
target population. When a row approaches the upper or E—Row With Maximum M—Planter­At­A­Glance
lower limit, the bar for that row turns orange and an alarm F— Row Selected N—Population Bar
G—Toggle Button O—Counters and Speed
sounds along with a text message. If a row falls below H—Drive Indicator
two seeds per second, the bar turns red and a row failed
warning appears. The top of the graph is the programmed
upper limit. The bottom of the graph is the programmed drivelines or vacuums not operating equally. Row 18 is
lower limit. operating below average of the other meters, the seed
Example graph shown indicates the machine is not sensor is dirty or has malfunctioned.
seeding evenly on both sides. Possible causes are the
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Variable­Rate Drive Machines

Select Menu button >> Planter button >> Main softkey.
(A) Target Population Rate (seeds per area). If multiple
variable­rate motors deliver different rates, the bar is
divided. Select the target rate button (O) to the right to
select other programmed rates.
(B) Seeds per Area for active scan row (Scan mode).
(C) Active Scan Row (Scan mode).
(D) Row number delivering minimum population.
(E) Row number delivering maximum population.
(F) Selected row population.

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(G) Toggle Button: Toggles population monitor from Scan
Mode to Planter­at­a­Glance Mode.
(H) Drive Status Bar: Shows whether meter drives are
active or inactive. The status bar is divided into the
number of drive sections on the planter. Green is active.
Gray is inactive. When a disconnect is selected, the green Scan Mode
bar for that drive section turns gray, the meter drives
stop, and the population bars turn red as the population
drops to zero on the disconnected rows. The status bar
does not turn green again and the Planter at a Glance
population bars do not become active again until all rows
in the disconnected drive section deliver greater than two
seeds per second.
(I) Average population across entire machine (seeds per
area).
(J) Vacuum Level display. When machine is equipped
with more than one vacuum fan, the bar is divided by the
number of fans on the machine.
(K) Fertilizer pressure (if equipped).

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(L) Planter Cautions.
(M) Quick Start button appears when quick start is
enabled.
(N) Rotate seed meters button.
(O) Target population button accesses additional Planter At A Glance Mode
programmed rates.
(P) Planter at a glance screen area. A—Target Population Rate J— Vacuum Level
B—Seeds Per Area K—Fertilizer Pressure
(Q) Population Bar. Orange when planting above or below C—Scanned Row Number L— Planter Cautions
alarm set points. Red when not planting. D—Row With Minimum M—Quick Start Button
E—Row With Maximum N—Rotate Seed Meters Button
(R) Counters and speed are displayed in lower section F— Row Selected O—Target Rate Button
of screen. G—Toggle Button P—Planter At A Glance
H—Drive Indicator Q—Population Bar
Planter At A Glance Mode The line in the middle is the I— Average Population R—Counters and Speed
target population. When a row approaches the upper or
lower limit, the bar for that row turns orange and an alarm
sounds along with a text message. If a row falls below upper limit. The bottom of the graph is the programmed
two seeds per second, the bar turns red and a row failed lower limit.
warning appears. The top of the graph is the programmed

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operating below the average of the other meters, the seed

The example graph shown indicates the machine is not sensor is dirty or has malfunctioned.
seeding evenly on both sides. Possible causes are the
drivelines or vacuums not operating equally. Row 18 is
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Half Screen Layout

NOTE: Half screen layout and multiple home pages are
only available when John Deere™ SeedStar™
2 Monitor is used with a John Deere™
Greenstar™2 (GS2) display.

NOTE: Half screen layout must be set using

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layout manager.

Planter screens only appear as full screen or half screen

(A). When half screen layout is selected, less information
is presented in screen area. Error messages do not
appear on half screen. Return to full screen mode to view
error messages when an audio alert signals an error.
To set up screen layout (see SCREEN LAYOUT A—Half Screen B—Counter and Speed Options
MANAGER in How to Use Monitor section).
To enter full screen mode and access configuration,
totals, and diagnostic softkeys, select Menu >> Planter
application button.
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Turning View Warning Suppression

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A—Headlands B—Warning Suppression C—Suppression Begins 45 D—Suppression Ends 13 Degrees
Degrees Away Away

When operating with a John Deere™ GreenStar™2 (GS2)

display and using John Deere™ Guidance Products, full
• Seed warning suppression and turning view begin when
tractor is turned 45 degrees (C) away from the current
screen seed monitor warnings can be suppressed (B) pass using Straight Track.
when making turns on headlands (A).
• Turning View ends when tractor is within 13 degrees
To enable turning view seed warning suppression, Turning (D) of next pass.
View check box must be checked in Greenstar™2 Pro • Seed warning suppression ends three seconds after
Guidance Setup. turning view disappears from screen.
• Warnings are suppressed for a maximum of 22 seconds.
The following occurs when turning view is enabled:
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Headland Warning Suppression

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Headland Warning Suppression ONLY suppresses the
Rows Not Planting warning. It does not disable any other
planter function.
To enable Headland Warning Suppression:
Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >>
Sensor tab
Place a check mark in Headland Warning Suppression
box (E).

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Remove check mark from box to disable Headland
Warning Suppression.
On Ground Driven planters without RowCommand™,
a height sensor MUST be installed and calibrated for
Headland Warning Suppression to function. See your
John Deere dealer.
Planters equipped with Variable Rate Drive and ground A—Menu Button D—Sensor Tab
driven planters equipped with RowCommand™ have a B—Planter Button E—Box
height sensor installed. C—Configure Softkey

Screen Area Information

Menu — Menu Sensor — Sensor
Planter — Planter Headland Warning Suppression — Headland Warning
Configure — Configure Suppression
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Transport Mode

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Transport Mode puts the planter controller in quiet mode.
There are no warnings from planter and no functionality
from planter until Transport Mode is disabled.
To enable Transport Mode:
Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configure softkey >>
Frame tab
Select Transport Mode softkey (E).

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To disable Transport Mode, select the Transport Mode
softkey on screen, monitor then returns to run page.
Screen Area Information
Menu — Menu
Planter — Planter
Configure — Configure
Frame — Frame
Transport Mode — Transport Mode A—Menu Button D—Frame Tab
B—Planter Button E—Transport Mode Softkey
C—Configure Softkey

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Area Counters, Seeds Per Hour, Seeds
Per Area, and Area Until Empty

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1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>
Totals tab.
Screen Items:
• Two adjustable area counters
• A non­adjustable total area counter Planter Button
• A non­adjustable seeding hours counter
• An average seeds per area counter
• An adjustable counter that counts down to zero

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before sounding an alarm
2. Select Area Counter one or two input box and enter
zero to clear the counter or enter a value to continue a
previous count.
3. Select Area Until Empty input box and enter an area
to count down. When count reaches zero, a full page Totals Softkey
warning appears and an audible alarm sounds. Refer
to SEED ESTIMATOR CALCULATORS to calculate
the area a quantity of seed covers. Enter that value

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in the Area Until Empty input box. To set the alarm to
sound before the hoppers are empty, enter a slightly
smaller value than what the seed covers.
4. Seeding Hours records the total amount of time seed
is actually planted. Seeding Hours only counts when
seed sensors detect seed flow. Area Counter Area Until Empty
5. Select the Zero button to clear Average Seeds Per
Area counter every time a new field is entered or
crop type is changed. This counter averages the total
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number of actual seeds detected by the seed sensors
over the actual area planted.
Screen Area Information
Planter Totals — Planter Totals
Totals — Totals
ac — Acre Seeding Hours Average Seeds Per Area
ha — Hectare
h — Hours
avg sds/ac — Average Seeds Per Acre
avg sds/ha — Average Seeds Per Hectare

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Zero Button
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Transmission Sprocket Calculator

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IMPORTANT: Monitor must be completely set
up for machine and rate configurations for
calculators to function properly.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>

Calc tab >> Transmission drop down.
2. Enter Target Population into input box. Planter Button

3. Select Disk Type using drop­down menu.

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Recommended transmission values appear.

Totals Softkey
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Seed Estimator by Bag

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IMPORTANT: Monitor must be completely set
up for machine and rate configurations for
calculators to function properly.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>

Calc tab.
2. Select Seed Estimator in top drop down box. Planter Button

3. Select Calculated By drop down box and choose

Bag.

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4. Select Population input box and enter target
population.
5. Select Seeds per Bag input box and enter number of
seeds in each seed bag.
6. Select weight per bag input box and enter weight of Totals Softkey
bag in units shown on screen.
7. Select Bags: input box and enter number of seed Calc — Calculator
bags emptied into hoppers. Seed Estimator — Seed Estimator
Calculated By — Calculated By
8. An approximate Area value is automatically calculated Bag — Bag
to show area until empty. Enter this value in Totals Population — Population
tab >> Area Until Empty input box to activate alarm. seeds/ac — Seeds per Acre
Enter a slightly smaller value to set alarm before seeds/ha — Seeds per Hectare
hoppers are actually empty. Seeds/bag — Seeds per Bag
The lower area of screen is also used to calculate the Lbs/bag — Pounds per Bag
number of seed bags needed for a given area. kg/bag — Kilograms per Bag
Area — Area
1. Enter all preceding data accurately. Bags — Bags
ac — Acre
2. Select Area input box and enter the intended area to
ha — Hectare
plant.
in/seed — Inches per Seed
3. The approximate number of bags required to cover cm/seed — Centimeters per Seed
that much area is automatically calculated and seed/ft — Seeds per Foot
displayed in Bags: box. seed/m — Seeds per Meter
in rows — Inch Rows
Screen Area Information cm rows — Centimeter Rows
Planter Calculations — Planter Calculations
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Seed Estimator by Unit

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IMPORTANT: Monitor must be completely set
up for machine and rate configurations for
calculators to function properly.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>

Calc tab.
2. Select Seed Estimator in top drop down box. Planter Button

3. Select Calculated By drop down box and choose

Unit.

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4. Select Population input box and enter target
population.
5. Select Seeds per Unit input box and enter number of
seeds in each seed container.
6. Select weight per unit input box and enter weight of Totals Softkey
seed container in units shown on screen.
7. Select Units: input box and enter quantity of seed Calc — Calculator
containers emptied into hoppers. Seed Estimator — Seed Estimator
Calculated By — Calculated By
8. An approximate Area value is automatically calculated Unit — Unit
to show area until empty. Enter this value in Totals Population — Population
tab >> Area Until Empty input box to activate alarm. seeds/ac — Seeds per Acre
Enter a slightly smaller value to set alarm before seeds/ha — Seeds per Hectare
hoppers are actually empty. Seeds/unit — Seeds per Unit
The lower area of screen is also used to calculate the Lbs/unit — Pounds per Unit
number of units needed for a given area. kg/unit — Kilograms per Unit
Area — Area
1. Enter all preceding data accurately. Units: — Units:
ac — Acre
2. Select Area input box and enter the intended area to
ha — Hectare
plant.
in/seed — Inches per Seed
3. The approximate number of units required to cover cm/seed — Centimeters per Seed
that much area is automatically calculated and seed/ft — Seeds per Foot
displayed in Units: box. seed/m — Seeds per Meter
in rows — Inch Rows
Screen Area Information cm rows — Centimeter Rows
Planter Calculations — Planter Calculations
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Seed Estimator by Weight

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
IMPORTANT: Monitor must be completely set
up for machine and rate configurations for
calculators to function properly.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>

Calc tab.
2. Select Seed Estimator in top drop down box. Planter Button

3. Select Calculated By drop down box and choose

Weight.

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4. Select Population input box and enter target
population.
5. Select Seed Size input box and enter number of seeds
per kilogram (pound).
6. Select Total Weight input box and enter total weight Totals Softkey
of seed placed in hoppers.
7. An approximate Area value is automatically calculated Population — Population
to show area until empty. Enter this value in Totals seeds/ac — Seeds per Acre
tab >> Area Until Empty input box to activate alarm. seeds/ha — Seeds per Hectare
Enter a slightly smaller value to set alarm before Seed Size — Seed Size
hoppers are actually empty. seeds/lb — Seeds per Pound
seeds/kg — Seeds per Kilogram
The lower area of screen is also used to calculate the Area — Area
weight needed for a given area. ac — Acre
1. Enter all preceding data accurately. ha — Hectare
lb — Pound
2. Select Area input box and enter the intended area to kg — Kilogram
plant. in/seed — Inches per Seed
cm/seed — Centimeters per Seed
3. The approximate weight required to cover that much
seed/ft — Seeds per Foot
area is automatically calculated and displayed in Total
seed/m — Seeds per Meter
Weight box.
in rows — Inch Rows
Screen Area Information cm rows — Centimeter Rows
lb/ac — Pounds per Acre
Planter Calculations — Planter Calculations kg/ha — Kilograms per Hectare
Calc — Calculator Total Weight — Total Weight
Seed Estimator — Seed Estimator
Calculated By — Calculated By
Weight — Weight
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Vacuum Calculator

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IMPORTANT: Monitor must be completely set
up for machine and rate configurations for
calculators to function properly.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>

Calc tab.
2. Select Vacuum in top drop down box. Planter Button

3. Select Seeds per kg (lb.) input box and enter seed

size.

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4. Select Disk Type drop down box and select type of
disk installed in meter.
5. Select Seed Disk drop down box and select disk
installed in meter.
IMPORTANT: Suggested vacuum levels are starting Totals Softkey
points only. Adjust vacuum level up or down
to achieve proper singulation.
Soybeans — Soybeans
Suggested vacuum and actual vacuum readings are Cotton — Cotton
displayed at the bottom of screen. Sorghum — Sorghum
Sunflower — Sunflower
Screen Area Information Edible Beans — Edible Beans
Peanuts — Peanuts
Planter Calculations — Planter Calculations Sugar Beets — Sugar Beets
Calc — Calculator Seed Disk — Seed Disk
Vacuum — Vacuum Suggested V — Suggested Vacuum
seeds/lb — Seeds per Pound Actual Vacuum — Actual Vacuum
seeds/kg — Seeds per Kilogram
Disk Type — Disk Type
Corn — Corn
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Fertilizer Calculator

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
IMPORTANT: Monitor must be completely set
up for machine and rate configurations for
calculators to function properly.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>

Calc tab.
2. Select Fertilizer in top drop down box. Planter Button

3. Select and enter Model from drop down box.

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4. Enter fertilizer Rate in input box.
5. Enter Target Speed in input box.
IMPORTANT: Fertilizer suggestions are starting
points only.

Fertilizer suggestions are displayed at the bottom of Totals Softkey

screen.
Screen Area Information Pump Drive Range — Pump Drive Range
Lo — Low
Planter Calculations — Planter Calculations Hi — High
Calc — Calculator Pump Setting — Pump Setting
Fertilizer — Fertilizer Nozzle — Nozzle
Model — Model Expected Pres* — Expected Pressure
Rate — Rate *Not valid if using Flow Divider — *Not valid if using
gal/ac — Gallons per Acre Flow Divider
Target Speed — Target Speed kPa — Kilopascals
mph — Miles per Hour psi — Pounds per Square Inch
kph — Kilometers per Hour Orifice — Orifice
Row Spacing — Row Spacing
cm — Centimeters
in — Inches
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Variable Rate Fertilizer Overview
The variable rate fertilizer (VRF) system is monitored
independently with the original GreenStar™ display or
through the Original GreenStar™ Mode on the GS2
display. To enter the Original GreenStar™ Mode, select
Menu >> Original GreenStar Monitor button.
NOTE: Variable rate fertilizer does not work on

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competitive ISO 11783 compliant displays.

Warning messages do not appear on Original GreenStar

Monitor screen. When an audible alert signals a warning,
return to SeedStar™ 2 screens to view messages.
Variable Rate Fertilizer is comprised of three basic
components. Original GreenStar Monitor Button

1. An original GreenStar™ display or GS2 display in pump rotational speed. The controller calculates percent
Original GreenStar™ Mode. slippage from the different speed readings and changes
2. A SeedStar™ Variable Rate Fertilizer controller the pump stroke to compensate. If slippage exceeds a
mounted on the planter frame. This controller monitors predetermined value, a warning is issued.
pump rotational speed, piston stroke, ground speed,
and distance traveled. Ground speed and distance The following components must be active or engaged for
are obtained from radar input. proper system operation:
3. A variable displacement piston pump for fertilizer.
• Contact Drive or Ground Wheel Drive
The SeedStar™ Variable Rate Fertilizer system allows • Radar or GPS Ground Speed Signal
an operator to change the application rate from the cab • Pump RPM Sensor
while planting. • Pump Stroke Position Sensor
• Fertilizer rates are adjustable for different soil types or Fertilizer systems are available in two configurations; flow
for irrigated versus dry land soils. divider and central manifold.
• Five different fertilizer rates are programmable into the
• The flow divider is a device that controls product flow
system. While planting, the operator selects any one of
the programmed rates to change the application. while maintaining constant pressure. The divider allows
for maximum flexibility when changing application rates.
• Two separate pumps are programmable for different
• The central manifold system allows some adjustment
rates.
within overall system pressure limits. Orifices placed
A ground driven mechanism provides the power to rotate at each row control product flow. As rate is increased,
the pump. Once set, the programmed application rate is pressure increases. Once pressure reaches a certain
constant regardless of varying ground speeds. level, flow cannot be increased any further without
damage to the system.
Two pump output ranges are available. High and
low ranges are determined using different sprocket A variety of warnings and cautions are provided for
combinations. Output rate is variable for either range. customer awareness. Some examples are:
Refer to your planter operator’s manual for specific • No power detected on motor drive
information about your model of planter pump and delivery • Over or under application!
system. • Pump position sensor not detected
When a rate is selected, the controller monitors pump
• Pump 1 has no response to control
rotational speed, piston stroke, and distance traveled
• VRF system problem detected. Pump Number 2
calculated rates inaccurate
to calculate actual application rate. If calculated rate • VRF system sprocket change detected. Pump Number
differs from selected rate, the controller adjusts the piston 1 recalibrated
stroke to match selected rate. True ground speed is • Lost communications with mobile processor
obtained with radar or GPS ground speed signal from the • Battery voltage out of range
CAN bus. Implement speed is obtained indirectly from
GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company
SeedStar is a trademark of Deere & Company
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Application Rates JOHN DEERE

SETUP V. R. Liq Fert
1. Select SETUP >> V.R. Liq Fert.
Application Rates A
2. Select key B and enter number of pumps on machine.
3. Select Application Rates option. How many
1 B
pumps?
Screen Area Information
Planter Width can be
SETUP Variable Rate Liquid Fertilizer C
changed in Planter Setup
Application Rates A
How many pumps? B Pump #1 720 (in) D

Planter Width can be changed in Planter Setup C

RUN Pages E
Pump Number 1 720 (inches) D
RUN Pages E
F
F
SETUP G SETUP
G

PAGE
1 2 3
SETUP
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NOTE: If two pumps are entered, setup pumps to JOHN DEERE

apply identical rates or different rates. SETUP Fertilizer Rates
Rate 1
4. Select keys A—E to setup rates. 50.0 A
(gal/ac)
Screen Area Information
Rate 2
SETUP Fertilizer Rates 10.0 (gal/ac)
B

50.0 Rate 1 (gallons per acre) A Rate 3

10.0 Rate 2 (gallons per acre) B 20.0 (gal/ac)
C

20.0 Rate 3 (gallons per acre) C Rate 4

Off D
Off Rate 4 (gallons per acre) D (gal/ac)
Off Rate 5 (gallons per acre) E Rate 5
Off E
F (gal/ac)
SETUP Variable Rate Liquid Fertilizer G
F

SETUP
V. R. Liq Fert G

PAGE
1 2 3
SETUP
4 5 6

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5. Select key A to toggle rate On or Off. The rate is only JOHN DEERE
available as an option on the RUN page if it is turned SETUP Rate 1
on.
Rate 1 ON A
6. Select key B to enter a rate with numeric keypad.
Screen Area Information Target Rate
(gal/ac)
50.0 B
SETUP Rate 1
Rate 1 [ON] A C
Target Rate (gallons per acre) 50.0 B
C D
D
E E
F
SETUP Fertilizer Rates G F

SETUP
Fertilizer Rates G

PAGE
1 2 3
SETUP
4 5 6

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7 8 9 INFO

. 0 CLR RUN

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VRF Volume Totals JOHN DEERE

INFO Totals
Select INFO >> V.R. Liq Fert >> Totals.
Total Volume
The value displayed is total accumulated since last (gal)
79 A
zeroed. Select key A and then CLR clear key to zero the
value. B

Screen Area Information

C
INFO Totals
Total Volume (gallons) 79 A
D
B
C
E
D
E F
F
INFO Variable Rate Liquid Fertilizer G INFO
V.R. Liq Fert G

PAGE
1 2 3
SETUP
4 5 6

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7 8 9 INFO

. 0 CLR RUN

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VRF System Test JOHN DEERE

This test verifies the operation of the position sensor and INFO System Test
RPM sensor for variable rate fertilizer. Pump #1 Position(%)
A
Jog -5.18
1. Select INFO >> V.R. Liq Fert >> Diagnostics >>
Pump #2 Position(%)
System Test. Jog -5.30 B

2. Select Pump Direction key until INCREASE is Pump Direction

C
highlighted. INCREASE Decrease
Jog Time
NOTE: Jog time is measured in milliseconds. 999 25 D
(msec)
milliseconds is approximately one second.
Pump 1 RPM Sensor
0 (pulses)
Reset E
3. Select Jog Time key and enter 999.
Pump 2 RPM Sensor
NOTE: Each time the jog button is pressed the 0 (pulses)
Reset F
motor activates for one second. INFO
G
Diagnostics
4. Select Pump Jog key repeatedly until motor reaches
upper limit and stops. Pump Jog Position percentage
PAGE
is 100 percent at upper limit. 1 2 3
5. Select Pump Direction key until DECREASE is 4 5 6 SETUP

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highlighted.
7 8 9 INFO
6. Select Pump Jog repeatedly until motor reaches
lower limit and stops. Pump Jog Position percentage . 0 CLR RUN
is zero percent at lower limit.
7. Set pump direction to increase and select Pump RPM
Sensor reset key.
8. Mark a position sensor sprocket tooth (A) and pump
housing for reference.
9. Rotate contact drive tire until pump rotates 1 revolution
(black line). 35 pulses equal a full revolution.

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If RPM sensor does not record 35 pulses per sprocket
revolution, adjust sensor (B) to within 2 mm (5/64 in.)
of sprocket teeth. Perform the test again. If sensor
does not record 35 pulses per revolution, replace
sensor.
Screen Area Information
INFO System Test
Pump Number 1 Jog Position (%) ­5.18 A
A—Sprocket Tooth B—Sensor
Pump Number 2 Jog Position (%) ­5.30 B
Pump Direction [INCREASE] Decrease C
Jog Time (milliseconds) 25 D
Pump 1 RPM Sensor 0 (pulses) RESET E
Pump 2 RPM Sensor 0 (pulses) RESET F
INFO Diagnostics G

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Fertilizer Calculator

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
IMPORTANT: Monitor must be completely set
up for machine and rate configurations for
calculators to function properly.

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Totals softkey >>

Calc tab.
2. Select Fertilizer in top drop down box. Planter Button

3. Select and enter Model from drop down box.

A59174 —UN—29JAN07
4. Enter fertilizer Rate in input box.
5. Enter Target Speed in input box.
IMPORTANT: Fertilizer suggestions are starting
points only.

Fertilizer suggestions are displayed at the bottom of Totals Softkey

screen.
Screen Area Information Pump Drive Range — Pump Drive Range
Lo — Low
Planter Calculations — Planter Calculations Hi — High
Calc — Calculator Pump Setting — Pump Setting
Fertilizer — Fertilizer Nozzle — Nozzle
Model — Model Expected Pres* — Expected Pressure
Rate — Rate *Not valid if using Flow Divider — *Not valid if using
gal/ac — Gallons per Acre Flow Divider
Target Speed — Target Speed kPa — Kilopascals
mph — Miles per Hour psi — Pounds per Square Inch
kph — Kilometers per Hour Orifice — Orifice
Row Spacing — Row Spacing
cm — Centimeters
in — Inches
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Warning Messages
WARNINGs are generated by the individual modules CAUTIONs are generated by the individual modules
and Green Star Display alerting the operator to a and Green Star Display alerting the operator to a
serious condition or "situation" which has occurred of function which is out of limits or a "situation" is or has
which the operator needs to be informed. Typically occurred of which the operator needs to be informed.
the operator should stop and rectify the "condition or The caution message is displayed on line “G”. Examples
situation" causing the WARNING before proceeding. of CAUTIONs would be the indication of a planter row’s
WARNINGs are displayed as full page displays. The population outside of the HI/LO range specified, or a low
title displayed in the top display section is "WARNING". Hopper Level indication, or a "WARNING" for which the
Examples of WARNINGs would be the indication of operator has acknowledged the "WARNING" reducing
a planter row(s) not planting or ground speed at zero it to a CAUTION message, which is then displayed on
when planter is still planting (ground speed sensor failure line “G”. CAUTIONs are the middle level of visual alarms
detection). WARNINGs are the highest level of visual presented to the operator.
alarms presented to the operator. When a WARNING is
cancelled without the “condition or situation” causing it Advisories are operator error messages displayed on
being corrected, a caution is displayed on the bottom line line “G” telling the operator that an incorrect "action" has
of the display as a continued alert to the “situation”. If occurred such as entering a value which is out of the
more than one is occurring at the same time, key G can acceptable range for that constant. They are the lowest
be used to toggle between WARNING alerts. level of visual alarms presented to the operator.
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Variable Rate Fertilizer Warnings JOHN DEERE

Warning
WARNING: Over Application!
Over A
NOTE: This warning will be followed by a “Over Application!
Application! Pump #1 at min. setting.” Pump #1 is at the
caution on line “G”. B
minimum setting.

This warning is issued if the pump adjusts to its lowest Pump is turning too FAST to C
setting and is still overapplying. The large sprocket should achive the desired rate.
be installed to change the pump speed range or a higher Change the sprocket to D
rate should be selected. There is a caution associated a larger sprocket on the pump
with this warning. When the warning is cleared there is a or select a higher rate. E
caution issued.
Screen Area Information Cancel Warning F

Over Application! Pump #1 is at the minimum setting.

G
— Over Application! Pump Number 1 is at the
minimum setting.
Pump is turning too FAST to achieve the desired rate. PAGE
Change the sprocket to a larger sprocket on the 1 2 3
pump or select a higher rate. — Pump is turning SETUP
4 5 6

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too FAST to achieve the desired rate. Change the
sprocket to a larger sprocket on the pump or select 7 8 9 INFO
a higher rate.
Cancel Warning — Cancel Warning . 0 CLR RUN

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WARNING: Under Application! JOHN DEERE

NOTE: This warning will be followed by a “Under Warning
Application! Pump #1 at max. setting.” Under A
caution on line “G”. Application!
Pump #1 is at the B
This warning is issued if the pump adjusts to its highest maximum setting.
setting and is still underapplying. The small sprocket
should be installed to change the pump speed range Pump is turning too SLOW to C
or a lower rate should be selected. There is a caution achive the desired rate.
associated with this warning. When the warning is cleared Change the sprocket to D
there is a caution issued. a smaller sprocket on the pump
or select a lower rate. E
Screen Area Information
Under Application! Pump #1 is at the maximum Cancel Warning F
setting. — Under Application! Pump Number 1 is
at the maximum setting. G
Pump is turning too SLOW to achieve the desired
rate. Change sprocket to a smaller sprocket
on the pump or select a lower rate. — Pump PAGE
is turning too SLOW to achieve the desired rate. 1 2 3
Change sprocket to a smaller sprocket on the pump 4 5 6 SETUP

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or select a lower rate.
Cancel Warning — Cancel Warning 7 8 9 INFO

. 0 CLR RUN

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WARNING: Pump Position Sensor Not Detected JOHN DEERE

NOTE: This warning will be followed by a “Pump Warning
Sensor Fail.” caution on line “G”. Pump 1 A
Position
This warning is issued if no signal is received from the Sensor Not B
pump position sensor. There is a caution associated with Detected
this warning. When the warning is cleared there is a
caution issued. C
Check that the Position Sensor
Screen Area Information is plugged in.
Check all harnesses connecting D
Pump 1 Position Sensor Not Detected — Pump 1 to the position sensor.
Position Sensor Not Detected E
Check that the Position Sensor is plugged in. Check
all harnesses connecting to the position sensor. Cancel Warning F
— Check that the Position Sensor is plugged in.
Check all harnesses connecting to the position G
sensor.
Cancel Warning — Cancel Warning
PAGE
1 2 3
SETUP
4 5 6

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7 8 9 INFO

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WARNING: No Pump Response To Control Command JOHN DEERE

NOTE: This warning will be followed by a “Pump not Warning
responding. Check System.” caution on line “G”. Pump 1 A
No Response
This warning is issued if no signal is received from the to Control B
pump adjustment motor. There is a caution associated Command
with this warning. When the warning is cleared there is a
caution issued. C
Check electrical connection
Screen Area Information to the pump adjust motor.
Check mechanical connection D
Pump 1 No Response to Control Command — Pump 1 motor to pump and
No Response to Control Command pump to sensor. E
Check electrical connection to the pump adjust
motor. Check mechanical connection motor to Cancel Warning F
pump and pump to sensor. — Check electrical
connection to the pump adjust motor. Check G
mechanical connection motor to pump and pump
to sensor.
Cancel Warning — Cancel Warning PAGE
1 2 3
SETUP
4 5 6

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7 8 9 INFO

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WARNING: V.R. Fert System Problem. Calculated JOHN DEERE

rates may not be accurate. Warning
NOTE: This warning will be followed by a “Pump V.R. Fert System
A
#1 Calculated Rate more than 10% off Problem detected
Target.” caution on line “G”. Pump#1
Calculated Rates B
This warning is issued if calculated rate is more than 10 may not be
percent off target rate. There is a caution associated with accurate. C
this warning. When the warning is cleared there is a Check Tractor Radar
caution issued. Check Pump RPM Sensor D

Screen Area Information electrical connections

and position. E
V.R. Fert System Problem detected Pump #1
Calculated Rates may not be accurate. — Cancel Warning F
Variable Rate Fertilizer System Problem detected
Pump Number 1. Calculated Rates may not be G
accurate.
Check Tractor Radar Check Pump RPM Sensor
electrical connections and position. — Check PAGE
Tractor Radar Check Pump RPM Sensor electrical 1 2 3
connections and position. 4 5 6 SETUP

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Cancel Warning — Cancel Warning
7 8 9 INFO

. 0 CLR RUN

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WARNING: V.R. Fert. System sprocket JOHN DEERE

change detected. Warning
NOTE: This warning will be followed by a “Pump #1 V.R. Fert System A
sprocket change detected” caution on line “G”. sprocket change
detected. Pump#1 B
This warning is issued if the pump application changes recalibrated.
without a sensor detecting motor adjustment. There is a
caution associated with this warning. When the warning If sprockets were not C
is cleared there is a caution issued. changed, check Pump
RPM sensor and Radar D
Screen Area Information electrical connections
and position, sprockets
V.R.Fert System sprocket change detected. Pump #1 E
and pump drive mechanics.
recalibrated. — Variable Rate Fertilizer System
sprocket change detected. Pump Number 1 Cancel Warning F
recalibrated.
If sprockets were not changed, check Pump RPM G
sensor and Radar electrical connections and
position, sprockets and pump drive mechanics.
— If sprockets were not changed, check Pump PAGE
RPM sensor and Radar electrical connections and 1 2 3
position, sprockets and pump drive mechanics. 4 5 6 SETUP

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Cancel Warning — Cancel Warning
7 8 9 INFO

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CAUTION: V.R. Fertilizer High/Low Voltage JOHN DEERE

This caution is issued if variable rate fertilizer voltage is RUN PAGE 1
too high or too low. A
Scan ROW Min/Max
Screen Area Information
RUN Page 1 0 (seed/ac) Row 2
5 B
Scan [ROW] Minimum/Maximum A
Ave Pop
0 (seed per acre) Row B 0 (seed/ac)
C
0 Average Population (seed per acre) C
Seed Rate 1 (seed/ac)
Seed Rate 1 (seed per acre) 200000 D D
200000
20.0 Rate B (gallons per acre) E Rate B
5.0 Speed (miles per hour) F 20.0 (gal/ac) E

Variable Rate Fertilizer Voltage is High G Speed

5.0 (mph)
F
Screen Area Information
V.R. Fertilizer Voltage
RUN Page 1 G
is High
Scan [ROW] Minimum/Maximum A
0 (seed per acre) Row B PAGE
0 Average Population (seed per acre) C 1 2 3
Seed Rate 1 (seed per acre) 200000 D 4 5 6 SETUP

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20.0 Rate B (gallons per acre) E
5.0 Speed (miles per hour) F 7 8 9 INFO

Variable Rate Fertilizer Voltage is Low G

. 0 CLR RUN

JOHN DEERE
RUN PAGE 1

Scan ROW Min/Max A

0 (seed/ac) Row 2
5 B

Ave Pop
0 (seed/ac)
C

Seed Rate 1 (seed/ac)

D
200000
Rate B
20.0 (gal/ac) E

Speed
5.0 (mph)
F

V.R. Fertilizer Voltage

G
is Low

PAGE
1 2 3
SETUP
4 5 6
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7 8 9 INFO

. 0 CLR RUN

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Disabling When Not In Use

IMPORTANT: Double pump systems, such as
the 1770NT 24 row planter, must have
keyways (A) timed 90 degrees to each
other when pump chains are reinstalled or
machine damage will result.

A54239 —UN—08APR04
Remove drive chain from pump whenever fertilizer system
is not being used.

A—Keyway

Front Pump

A54240 —UN—08APR04
Rear Pump

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Manual Override
In the event of an electronic system failure, the pump may
be manually set and locked to provide a fixed application
rate. This feature allows the operator to continue applying
product at a fixed rate.

A54226 —UN—07APR04
1. Determine pump setting from fertilizer rate chart in
implement operator’s manual.
2. Disconnect position sensor harness (A) and motor
harness (B).
3. Remove cover (C).
4. Remove lock nut (D) and small sprocket (E).
5. Store cover, lock nut and small sprocket in a safe
place until repairs can be made and parts reinstalled.
NOTE: If pump is already in lock down mode, lock down
bracket (F) will have to be loosened.

6. Rotate large gear (G) fully counter clockwise. Full

counter clockwise position is pump setting “2”.
7. Sight along bracket corner (H) and mark the tooth in

A54227 —UN—07APR04
closest alignment with a “2”.
8. Count the number of teeth that pass bracket corner
(H) as sprocket is rotated clockwise. See table for
the number of teeth which represent pump setting
numbers. The numbers may be marked on the
sprocket, if desired.
9. Once setting is achieved, loosen cap screw (I) on
lock down bracket (F) and rotate bracket into position
so it engages sprocket teeth and locks sprocket into
position. Tighten lock down bracket.
Pump Settings Represented by Number of Teeth Past
the Zero Alignment Point

A54228 —UN—07APR04
Pump Setting Number Number of Teeth
Pump Setting 2 0 Teeth Fully Counterclockwise
Pump Setting 3 7 Teeth
Pump Setting 4 14 Teeth
Pump Setting 5 21 Teeth
Pump Setting 6 28 Teeth
Pump Setting 7 36 Teeth
Pump Setting 8 45 Teeth A—Position Sensor Harness F— Lock Down Bracket
Pump Setting 9 56 Teeth B—Motor Harness G—Large Gear
C—Cover H—Bracket Corner
Pump Setting 10 Fully Clockwise D—Lock Nut I— Cap Screw
E—Small Sprocket
10. Verify rate after first ten minutes of use after lock down
to assure lock down held and rate is as desired.
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Liquid Fertilizer Sensor Diagnostics • Enter sensor calibration number of 37.5 for each
1. Turn tractor OFF. Turn key to accessory position. sensor in calibration input box.
• Release trapped pressure in fertilizer manifold, then
2. Ensure that sensor wiring is properly connected. press ZERO button for each sensor.
If only one sensor is used, it MUST be connected to 5. Ensure that voltages are correct.
wire labeled LEFT FERT.
Select Planter button >> Diagnostics softkey >>
3. Ensure that correct number of sensors are selected. Readings tab >> System Voltages drop down.
Select Planter button >> Planter Configuration • Controller voltage MUST be 11 V or higher.
softkey >> Sensors tab >> Fertilizer drop down >> • Sensor supply value is 8.0 V.
Sensors drop down. Enter number of sensors on • If voltage is ZERO, check wiring.
machine.
4. Ensure that sensors are calibrated and zeroed
correctly.
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Turning View Warning Suppression

A62927 —UN—24JUL08
A—Headlands B—Warning Suppression C—Suppression Begins 45 D—Suppression Ends 13 Degrees
Degrees Away Away

When operating with a John Deere™ GreenStar™2 (GS2)

display and using John Deere™ Guidance Products, full
• Seed warning suppression and turning view begin when
tractor is turned 45 degrees (C) away from the current
screen seed monitor warnings can be suppressed (B) pass using Straight Track.
when making turns on headlands (A).
• Turning View ends when tractor is within 13 degrees
To enable turning view seed warning suppression, Turning (D) of next pass.
View check box must be checked in Greenstar™2 Pro • Seed warning suppression ends three seconds after
Guidance Setup. turning view disappears from screen.
• Warnings are suppressed for a maximum of 22 seconds.
The following occurs when turning view is enabled:
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Warning Messages
WARNINGs are the highest level of an alert. Warnings
alert the operator to a serious condition. It is recommended
the condition causing a warning be corrected before
proceeding further. Warnings are displayed as full page
messages. Rows not planting is an example of a warning.
If a warning is cancelled without the condition corrected,
a caution is displayed on the bottom line of display as a
continued alert. If more than one alert occurs at the same
time, a toggle button appears so the operator is able to
scroll through alerts.

A61394 —UN—19NOV07
IMPORTANT: Full page warnings will occur when
not on main Planter RUN page to insure
operator is aware of the issue.

OUO6074,000107D ­19­18DEC08­1/3

CAUTIONs are the medium level alert. Cautions alert the

operator to conditions that are out of operational limits,
but are not serious enough to stop. A population outside
of the upper or lower limit is an example of a caution. A
warning that has been cleared without correction also
appears as a caution. Once a full page caution is cleared,
the message remains on a single line at the bottom of the
screen until corrected. If more than one alert occurs at
the same time, a toggle button appears so the operator is
able to scroll through alerts.

A61395 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107D ­19­18DEC08­2/3

Advisories are the lowest level alert. An advisory alerts

the operator to valuable information that is not serious or
outside a limit. When a specified target area has been
met, an advisory is issued. If more than one alert occurs
at the same time, a toggle button appears so the operator
is able to scroll through alerts.
A61396 —UN—19NOV07

OUO6074,000107D ­19­18DEC08­3/3

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Warning Screens
NOVRAM VALUE RESET
A stored value was outside its limits. The value was reset
to a default value. Validate the planter settings before

A61406 —UN—19NOV07
planting.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­1/37

PLANTER DISABLED CYCLE POWER

Planter is not operational. To restore operation, cycle
power.

A61407 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­2/37

Pressing the continue button resets the system values to

default values and requires power cycling the system.

A61408 —UN—19NOV07
Confirms prior actions taken before storing values when
power is cycled.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­3/37

Battery power is not detected.

Verify pins 1 and 3 have power on the tractor 9 pin
DEUTSCH connector and verify all connections on the
planter.
Power is required on Pins 1 & 3 for normal operation.
A61409 —UN—19NOV07

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Planter module 2 not responding. Planters with more than

24 rows.

A61410 —UN—19NOV07
Controller PA1 is not communicating. Verify all planter
electrical connections are latched securely and harnesses
are not damaged.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­5/37

Planter module 3 not responding. Planters with more than

48 rows.

A61411 —UN—19NOV07
Controller PA2 is not communicating. Verify all planter
electrical connections are latched securely and harnesses
are not damaged.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­6/37

Seed monitor reset. Contact dealer, if problem persists.

Intermittent communication problems exist. Verify all
planter electrical connections are clean and latched

A61412 —UN—19NOV07
securely and harnesses are not damaged.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­7/37

Stack overflow. Restart controller. If problem persists

contact dealer.

A61413 —UN—19NOV07

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Tractor speed source not available.

Tractor speed not available from selected speed source.
Verify connection or change speed source. See operator’s
manual.

A61414 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­9/37

Tractor speed not detected. Tractor speed not

broadcasted on CAN Bus. Check tractor speed
connections. See tractor operators manual.

A61415 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­10/37

Check ground speed source.

Ground speed indicates a different speed than tractor
ground speed. Check ground speed calibration or tractor
speed source. See operator’s manual.

A61416 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­11/37

Tractor or planter speed error.

Current tractor speed is 0.0
Approximate motion sensor speed is 0.0
Contact dealer.
A61417 —UN—19NOV07

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A61418 —UN—19NOV07
Selected ground speed source is wheel.
Use radar for VRD and seed monitoring for best results.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­13/37

A61419 —UN—19NOV07
Selected ground speed source is manual.
Use radar for VRD and seed monitoring for best results.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­14/37

A61420 —UN—19NOV07
These rows are not planting.
Ground speed is above two mph. Less than two seeds
per second are acknowledged by seed sensor.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­15/37

A61421 —UN—19NOV07
These seed sensors are not operational.
Perform seed sensor test or exchange with an operational
sensor.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­16/37

A61422 —UN—19NOV07
The specified area has been planted.
Navigate to Totals screen to reset area.

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Vacuum sensor or circuit failure.

Verify that the system is set up with the correct number of
sensors and verify the sensor connections.

A61423 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­18/37

Drives operating at wrong speed.

Verify sufficient tractor SCV hydraulic flow settings. Check
for mechanical binding or blockage. Press cancel button
to enable drives.

A61424 —UN—24JUL08
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­19/37

Drives failed to respond.

All drives disabled. Verify hydraulic power and VRD
sensor connections. Check operator’s manual. Press
cancel button to enable drives.

A61425 —UN—24JUL08

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The height sensor is not calibrated.

The height sensor must be calibrated before the system
operates correctly.

A61426 —UN—19NOV07
Refer to height sensor calibration procedures in SETUP
BASIC PLANTER CONFIGURATION section of this
manual.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­21/37

A stop point less than 20 is not recommended.

If the stop point is set too low, there is potential for the
drives to shut off when traveling over uneven terrain.

A61427 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­22/37

A61428 —UN—19NOV07
No tractor speed and planter moving. All planting has
stopped.
Verify ground speed sensor status.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­23/37

A61429 —UN—19NOV07
Planter moving. Planter down.
Warning appears when using "Rotate Seed Meter" feature
which requires planter, stopped and raised. Stop tractor
and planter movement then raise the planter.

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Quick start function requirements not satisfied.

Minimum ground speed not reached.
Increase or verify tractor speed.

A61430 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­25/37

Fertilizer pressure is too high.

Sensor number:
Maximum pressure has exceeded operator entered value.

A61431 —UN—19NOV07
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­26/37

No CAN Bus communications with Electronic Power

Modules (EPM). Some row clutches will not disengage.
Check connections. A restart is required to reattempt
communications with EPMs.
Warning screen lists EPMs that are currently offline.

A63767 —UN—07NOV08
Control section status bars associated with offline EPMs
disappear from Main run page and half­page split run
page.

A63768 —UN—07NOV08

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Electronic Power Modules (EPM) are not responding

to CAN Bus commands. Some row clutches will not
disengage.
Check connections. A restart is required to reattempt
communications with EPMs.

A63769 —UN—07NOV08
Warning screen lists EPMs that are currently not
communicating.

OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­28/37

Low Supply Voltage on Electronic Power Modules (EPM).

Clutch system self­test is not available.
Warning screen lists EPMs with supply voltage less than
10.5 V.

A63770 —UN—07NOV08
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­29/37

Supply Voltage Out of Range on Electronic Power

Modules (EPM). Clutch system self­test is not available.
Warning screen lists EPMs with supply voltage less than
9.0 V.

A63771 —UN—07NOV08

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EPM Status Summary Page.

This screen lists the current status for each EPM that is
required for the current row configuration.
If the EPM is Online, the status box appears in green. If
not online, the status box is red.
If the EPM is Active, the status box appears in green. If
not active, the status box is red.

A63772 —UN—07NOV08
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­31/37

Individual EPM Status Page.

This screen lists the voltage reading from each
power supply input to the EPM, as an average over
approximately 3 seconds. If no readings are received
from the device in 3 seconds, the reading is “— —”

A63773 —UN—07NOV08
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­32/37

Row Clutch Diagnostic Tests.

This screen appears when the operator selects the “Tests”
tab on the diagnostics screen and the EPM is not available
for one of the following reasons:
• EPM is offline
• EPM is not communicating
• EPM input voltage is out of range
A63774 —UN—10NOV08

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This screen appears when the operator selects the “Tests”

tab on the diagnostics screen and EPM output is available.
Status information derived from the driver status CAN
message is displayed.
If the driver output monitor is ON, the status box appears
in green.
If the driver output monitor is OFF, the status box appears
in red.

A63775 —UN—10NOV08
The button in the center of the page is used to toggle rows
on or off when the planter is stopped and raised.
The forward and backward arrows at the bottom of the
page are used to select between row clutches.
A specific RowCommand™ clutch can be selected by
entering a row number.
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­34/37

Row Clutch Diagnostic Self­test at Startup.

Once EPMs are determined to be online and
communicating, system performs test and indicates
“These row clutches are not operational”, followed by
a list.

A63776 —UN—11NOV08
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­35/37

NOTE: Under the diagnostic tab, the perform

Self­test icon does not appear, unless planter
is raised over height set point.

Row Clutch Diagnostic Self­test During Diagnostics.

Perform self­test with planter raised over height set point,
stopped, and with proper system voltage.
After pressing self­test button, screen displays “These row
A63777 —UN—10NOV08

clutches are operational”, followed by a list.

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Control section is OFF, but some rows still planting. Check

seed sensor or row clutch.

A63778 —UN—10NOV08
OUO6074,000107E ­19­13MAR09­37/37

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 Seed Tube Sensors
Install and Remove Standard Flush
Face Seed Tubes

A53298 —UN—03NOV03
A59900 —UN—02APR07
1. Connect monitor harness to sensor harness.
NOTE: Place harness connector inside planting unit
at same time as seed tube.

2. Insert seed tube (A) into planting unit so the hook (B)
locks on alignment pin (C).
3. Position seed tube so tabs (D) lock into holes.
4. To remove seed tube, squeeze tabs with fingers until
they release from casting. Pull upward.

A—Seed Tube C—Pin

B—Hook D—Tabs

A59901 —UN—02APR07
OUO6074,0000FE4 ­19­13NOV07­1/1

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Install and Remove Optional Seed Tubes

A53216 —UN—27OCT03

A53298 —UN—03NOV03
1. Connect monitor harness to sensor harness.
NOTE: Place harness connector inside planting unit
at same time as seed tube.

2. Insert seed tube (A) into planting unit so the hook (B)
locks on alignment pin (C).

A53218 —UN—27OCT03
3. Position seed tube so tabs (D) lock into holes.
4. To remove seed tube, squeeze front and rear (E) of
tube with fingers until tabs (D) release from casting
and pull upward.

A—Seed Tube D—Tabs

B—Hook E—Front and Rear
C—Pin

A54328 —UN—12MAY04
OUO6074,0000FE3 ­19­13NOV07­1/1

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Clean Seed Tube Sensor

It is possible for extremely dusty conditions or heavily
treated seed to cause an excessive buildup of dust and
seed treatment inside the seed tubes that blocks the seed
sensor light. When the sensor light becomes blocked,
false low population counts or false low limit warnings

A30007 —UN—06OCT88
appear.
Periodically clean the seed sensor area inside seed tube
with dry brush provided.
IMPORTANT: Do not plant again until all interior
seed tube surfaces are dry.

If moisture enters the seed tube during a rain or when

machine is washed, dust in the seed tubes turns to mud. with a dry brush, use mild detergent and water with brush.
If moisture is present or dry residue is difficult to remove Allow interior seed tube surfaces to dry.
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Single Motor System—Drawn Planters

C A

I H

A52535 —UN—14AUG03
J

A—Motor D—Sensor Disk G—Seed Monitor/Variable Rate J— Mod Power

B—Speed Sensor E—Wheel Motion Sensor Drive Wedgebox
C—Speed Controller Valve F— Height Sensor H—ECU Connector
I— RPM Connector
OUO6074,000105E ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Single Motor System—Integral Planters

C A

E
H
G

A52536 —UN—14AUG03
F
L
J

A—Motor D—Sensor Disk G—ECU Connector J— Seed Monitor Connector

B—Speed Sensor E—Wheel Motion Sensor H—RPM Connector K—VRD Connector
C—Speed Controller Valve F— Height Sensor I— Wedgebox L— Mod Power
OUO6074,000105F ­19­23JUL08­1/1

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Dual Motor System—Integral Planters (Except 1720 16R)

A52538 —UN—05APR04
A—Motor D—Sensor Disk G—Mod Power J— Seed Monitor Connector
B—Speed Sensor E—Wheel Motion Sensor H—RPM Connector K—VRD Connector
C—Speed Controller Valve F— Height Sensor I— Wedgebox L— Right Disconnect
OUO6074,0001060 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Dual Motor System—Drawn Planters (And 1720 16R Integral Planter)

A52537 —UN—05APR04
A—Motor D—Sensor Disk G—Seed Monitor/Variable Rate J— Mod Power
B—Speed Sensor E—Wheel Motion Sensor Drive Wedgebox K—Right Disconnect
C—Speed Controller Valve F— Height Sensor H—RPM Connector
I— ECU Connector
OUO6074,0001061 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Three Motor System—1720 16RN

C A

C A

C A

H
L

G J

A58157 —UN—16JUN06
I

A—Motor D—Sensor Disk G—Mod Power J— Seed Monitor Connector

B—Speed Sensor E—Wheel Motion Sensor H—RPM Connector K—Left Clutch Jumper
C—Speed Controller Valve F— Height Sensor I— Wedgebox L— 18­Pin Connector
OUO6074,0001062 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Three Motor System—Deere/Bauer

A52539 —UN—05APR04

A—Motor F— Height Sensor K—CAN OUT P—Fertilizer Pressure

B—Speed Sensor G—Master Wedgebox L— 37­Pin Connector Q—Half­Width
C—Speed Controller Valve H—CAN IN M—57­Pin connector R—Vacuum Sensors
D—Sensor Disk I— CAN Extension Harness N—Slave Wedge Box
E—Wheel Motion Sensor J— Terminator O—Mod Power
OUO6074,0001063 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1700 Planter

E
F
G

A
D

A61068 —UN—10OCT07
C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure
OUO6074,0001049 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

Component Locations—1710 10 Row Planter with Dual Motors

E
F
G
A

A61070 —UN—10OCT07

D C B D C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure
OUO6074,000104B ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1710 12 Row Planter with Dual Motors

E
F A

A61071 —UN—10OCT07
D B C D C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure
OUO6074,000104C ­19­10OCT07­1/1

Component Locations—1720 Planter with Single Motor

E
F
A
G

A61072 —UN—10OCT07
D C

D
B

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure
OUO6074,000104D ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1720 10 Row 91 cm (36 in.) Planters with Dual Motors

E
F
A
G
D

A61073 —UN—10OCT07
C H B D H C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure H—Reversed Idlers
OUO6074,000104E ­19­10OCT07­1/1

Component Locations—1720 10 Row 97 and 102 cm (38 and 40 in.) Planters with Dual Motors
E
F
A
G
D

A61074 —UN—10OCT07
H H
C B D C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure H—Reversed Idlers
OUO6074,000104F ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1720 12 Row Planters with Dual Motors

E
F
A
G

A61075 —UN—10OCT07
H B D H C
D C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure H—Reversed Idlers
OUO6074,0001048 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

Component Locations—1720 12 Row Planters with Three Motors

E
F
G A

A61076 —UN—11OCT07
D C H B D H C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure H—Reversed Idlers
OUO6074,0001050 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1720 16 Row Planter with Dual Motors

C
C

G
B

A61077 —UN—11OCT07
D

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001051 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1720 16 Row Planter with Three Motors

E
F

C
C

A61078 —UN—11OCT07
G
B
C
D

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001052 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

Component Locations—1730 Planter

G
B

C
D D
A61079 —UN—11OCT07

E
F

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001053 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1750 Conservation Planter

A61080 —UN—11OCT07
B
G

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001054 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1760/1760NT Planters with Single Motor

A61081 —UN—11OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001055 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1770 12RN Planters with Single Motor

A61082 —UN—11OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001056 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1760/1760NT Planters with Dual Motors

A61083 —UN—10OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001064 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1770 12RN Planters with Dual Motors

A61084 —UN—10OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001065 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1770 12 Row Wide

A61086 —UN—11OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Shield
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001057 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1770NT 12 Row and 16 Row

A61090 —UN—10OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001058 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1770NT 24 Row

A61085 —UN—11OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,0001059 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1790 24R20

A61091 —UN—10OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,000105A ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1790 23/24 Row 15

A61092 —UN—10OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,000105B ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—1790 31/32 Row 15

A61093 —UN—10OCT07
A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical
B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic
OUO6074,000105C ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—Deere/Bauer with Dual Motors

A
B

A61088 —UN—11OCT07
C C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure
OUO6074,000105D ­19­10OCT07­1/1

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Component Locations—Deere/Bauer with Three Motors

A61087 —UN—11OCT07
C
C C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure
OUO6074,0001066 ­19­10OCT07­1/1

80­25 080609

PN=136
 Variable Rate Drive Components

Component Locations—Deere/Bauer with Four Motors

A64389 —UN—17MAR09
C
C C C

A—Controller C—VRD Motor E—Electrical G—Hydraulic Return

B—Motion Sensor D—Height Sensor F— Hydraulic Pressure
OUO6045,0000110 ­19­19MAR09­1/1

80­26 080609

PN=137
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive
Use Your Tractor and Machine
Operator’s Manuals
Always refer to YOUR tractor and machine Operator’s
Manuals for specific attaching and detaching information.

TS190 —UN—17JAN89
OUO6074,0000580 ­19­09AUG02­1/1

Making Proper Hose Connections

CAUTION: Escaping fluid under pressure can

penetrate the skin, causing serious injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten

X9811 —UN—23AUG88
all connections before applying pressure. Search
for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands
and body from high pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours to avoid gangrene.
Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury must
reference a knowledgeable medical source. Such caps on fluid openings until ready to make
information is available from Deere & Company connection. Foreign material can damage
Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A. the hydraulic system.

CAUTION: Hydraulic hoses can fail due to VRD system is equipped with a check valve to prevent the
physical damage, kinks, age, and exposure. VRD motors from turning backwards and damaging the
Check hoses regularly. Replace damaged hoses. meters and drive components. If VRD fails to operate,
check hydraulic connections and SCV position.
IMPORTANT: All hydraulic couplers must be clear
of debris, dust, and sand. Use protective
OUO6074,0000581 ­19­24JUL08­1/1

85­1 PN=138
080609
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

6000 Series Tractors Without Power

Beyond—Single Motor

A47212 —UN—26MAR01
A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose B—Variable Drive Return Hose

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) from variable 2. Attach variable drive return hose (B) from variable rate
rate motor to top (cylinder retract) port of SCV. motor to bottom (cylinder extend) port of SCV.
OUO6074,0000586 ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­2 080609

PN=139
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

6000 Series Tractors Without Power

Beyond—Dual Motor

A47213 —UN—26MAR01
A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose B—Variable Drive Return Hose

1. Attach pressure hose (A) from variable rate motor to 2. Attach return hose (B) from variable rate motor to
top (cylinder retract) port of SCV. bottom (cylinder extend) port of SCV.
OUO6074,0000587 ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­3 080609

PN=140
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

6000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Single Motor

A47210 —UN—26MAR01
A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Jumper Hose E—Power Beyond Return Port
B—Variable Drive Return Hose D—Power Beyond Load Sensing F— Power Beyond Pressure Port
Port

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting 3. Attach jumper hose (C) to power beyond load sensing
to power beyond pressure port (F). port (D) and pressure hose tee fitting.
2. Attach variable drive return hose (B) to power beyond
return port (E).
OUO6074,0000588 ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­4 080609

PN=141
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

6000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Dual Motor

E
D

A47211 —UN—26MAR01
A
C

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Jumper Hose E—Power Beyond Return Port
B—Variable Drive Return Hose D—Power Beyond Load Sensing F— Power Beyond Pressure Port
Port

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting 3. Attach jumper hose (C) to power beyond load sensing
to power beyond pressure port (F). port (D) and pressure hose tee fitting.
2. Attach variable drive return hose (B) to power beyond
return port (E).
OUO6074,0000589 ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­5 080609

PN=142
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

7000, 8000, 9000 Series Tractors Without

Power Beyond—Single Motor

A46895 —UN—14NOV00
A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose B—Variable Drive Return Hose

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) from variable 2. Attach variable drive return hose (B) from variable rate
rate motor to right­hand (cylinder retract) side of SCV. motor to left­hand (cylinder extend) side of SCV.
OUO6074,000058A ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­6 080609

PN=143
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

7000, 8000, 9000 Series Tractors Without

Power Beyond—Multiple Motor

A46896 —UN—14NOV00
A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose B—Variable Drive Return Hose

1. Attach pressure hose (A) from variable rate motor to 2. Attach return hose (B) from variable rate motor to
right­hand (cylinder retract) side of SCV. left­hand (cylinder extend) side of SCV.
OUO6074,000058B ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­7 080609

PN=144
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

7000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Single Motor

C
E

A46897 —UN—14NOV00
F

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Variable Drive Return Hose E—Jumper Hose
B—Power Beyond Pressure Port D—Power Beyond Return Port F— Power Beyond Load Sense
Port

IMPORTANT: Power beyond can not be used on 7000 2. Attach variable drive return hose (C) to power beyond
series when attached to a 1770NT with CCS, return port (D).
because CCS fan is routed to motor return.
Do not “T” other functions to CCS fan hoses 3. Attach jumper hose (E) to power beyond load sense
or motor seal damage will occur. port (F) and pressure hose tee fitting.

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting

to power beyond pressure port (B) on tractor SCV.
OUO6074,000058C ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­8 080609

PN=145
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

7000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Dual Motor

B
D

A46916 —UN—16NOV00
E

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Return Hose E—Jumper Hose

B—Power Beyond Pressure Port D—Power Beyond Return Port F— Power Beyond Load Sense
Port

IMPORTANT: Power beyond can not be used on 7000 2. Attach variable drive return hose (C) to power beyond
series when attached to a 1770NT with CCS, return port (D).
because CCS fan is routed to motor return.
Do not “T” other functions to CCS fan hoses 3. Attach jumper hose (E) to power beyond load sense
or motor seal damage will occur. port (F) and pressure hose tee fitting.

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting

to power beyond pressure port (B).
OUO6074,000058D ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­9 080609

PN=146
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

8000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Single Motor

F
B
C

A46898 —UN—14NOV00
D

E
A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Variable Drive Return Hose E—Jumper Hose
B—Power Beyond Pressure Port D—Power Beyond Return Port F— Power Beyond Load Sense
Port

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting 3. Attach jumper hose (E) to power beyond load sense
to power beyond pressure port (B). port (F) and pressure hose tee fitting.
2. Attach variable drive return hose (C) to power beyond
return port (D).
OUO6074,000058E ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­10 080609

PN=147
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

8000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Multiple Motor

F
B

A46917 —UN—16NOV00
C

D
E A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Variable Drive Return Hose E—Jumper Hose
B—Power Beyond Pressure Port D—Power Beyond Return Port F— Power Beyond Load Sense
Port

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting 3. Attach jumper hose (E) to power beyond load sense
to power beyond pressure port (B). port (F) and pressure hose tee fitting.
2. Attach variable drive return hose (C) to power beyond
return port (D).
OUO6074,000058F ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­11 080609

PN=148
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

9000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Single Motor

B
D
C

A46899 —UN—14NOV00
A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Variable Drive Return Hose E—Jumper Hose
B—Power Beyond Pressure Port D—Power Beyond Return Port F— Power Beyond Load Sense
Port

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting 3. Attach jumper hose (E) to power beyond load sense
to power beyond pressure port (B). port (F) and pressure hose tee fitting.
2. Attach variable drive return hose (C) to power beyond
return port (D).
OUO6074,0000590 ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­12 080609

PN=149
 Attach and Detach Variable Rate Drive

9000 Series Tractors With Power Beyond

Load Sense—Multiple Motor

B D
C

A46900 —UN—14NOV00
A

A—Variable Drive Pressure Hose C—Variable Drive Return Hose E—Jumper Hose
B—Power Beyond Pressure Port D—Power Beyond Return Port F— Power Beyond Load Sense
Port

1. Attach variable drive pressure hose (A) and tee fitting 3. Attach jumper hose (E) to power beyond load sense
to power beyond pressure port (B). port (F) and pressure hose tee fitting.
2. Attach variable drive return hose (C) to power beyond
return port (D).
OUO6074,0000591 ­19­09AUG02­1/1

85­13 080609

PN=150
 Diagnostics
Controller Hardware, Software, and Part
Number Identification

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
There are separate hardware and software versions
for the display and each controller. Use the version to
identify machine controllers for your dealer. Keep both the
display and planter controller(s) updated with the latest
software version for best performance and latest features.
Software updates are only available through your John
Planter Button
Deere™ dealer.
Select Menu >> Planter Button >> Diagnostic softkey

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
>> Readings tab.
Select Hardware / Software from top drop down box.
Select Main or Auxiliary from second drop down box to
view data from each controller. Auxiliary is only an option if
there is more than one controller installed on the machine.
Diagnostic Softkey
• Hardware serial number and part number are displayed.
• Serial number is also on a tag (A) attached to controller.
• Software part number and version number are
displayed.
• Total hour meter for controller is at bottom of screen.
Screen Area Information

A61129 —UN—11OCT07
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Readings — Readings
Hardware / Software — Hardware / Software
Main — Main
Auxiliary — Auxiliary
Hardware Part # — Hardware Part number Controller
Planter — Planter
Hardware Serial # — Hardware Serial number
Software Part # — Software Part number A—Serial Tag
Software Version # — Software Version number
Hour Meter — Hour Meter
h — Hours
John Deere is a trademark of Deere & Company
OUO6074,0000FB9 ­19­23JUL08­1/1

90­1 PN=151
080609
 Diagnostics

Display Hardware, Software, and Part

Number Identification

A59565 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to identify display versions for your dealer.
Select Menu >> Display button >> Diagnostic softkey
>> Readings tab.
This page shows data about the display. Towards the
bottom of screen are; Software Part Number, Software Display Button
Version Number, Hardware Part Number, and Hardware
Serial Number.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
Software updates are only available through your John
Deere™ dealer.
Select About tab to see only this information. Hardware
information is also located on back of display.
Total operation hours for the display are displayed mid
screen. Diagnostic Softkey

Screen Area Information

Operation Hours — Operation Hours
Display Diagnostics — Display Diagnostics About — About
Readings — Readings Application Software Build — Application Software Build
Software Part Number — Software Part Number P/N — Part Number
Software Version Number — Software Version Number S/N — Software Number
Hardware Part Number — Hardware Part Number
Hardware Serial Number — Hardware Serial Number
John Deere is a trademark of Deere & Company
OUO6074,0001067 ­19­23JUL08­1/1

Sensor Status

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to diagnose suspected problems with sensor
outputs.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Readings tab.
2. Select Sensor/Status from drop­down box.
The current readings from the sensors on the machine Planter Button
are shown in their respective units and voltage levels.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
Screen Area Information
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Readings — Readings
Sensor/Status — Sensor/Status
Ground Speed — Ground Speed
Vacuum Sensor — Vacuum Sensor
Fertilizer Sensor — Fertilizer Sensor Diagnostic Softkey
Implement Switch — Implement Switch
All seed sensors OK — All seed sensors OK
Yes — Yes in — Inches
No — No mm — Millimeters
On — On psi — Pounds per Square Inch
Off — Off kPa — Kilopascals
mph — Miles per Hour
kph — Kilometers per Hour
OUO6074,0000FBA ­19­23JUL08­1/1

90­2 PN=152
080609
 Diagnostics

System Voltages

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to diagnose suspected power supply problems.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Readings tab.
2. Select System Voltages from drop down box.
The voltage for various electronics on the machine
are shown. Planter Button

Screen Area Information

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Readings — Readings
System Voltages — System Voltages
Controller Input — Controller Input
Seed Sensor Supply — Seed Sensor Supply
Vacuum Sensor Supply — Vacuum Sensor Supply
Fertilizer Sensor Supply — Fertilizer Sensor Supply Diagnostic Softkey
Height Sensor Supply — Height Sensor Supply
V — Volts
OUO6074,0000FBB ­19­11OCT07­1/1

90­3 PN=153
080609
 Diagnostics

Variable Rate Drive Component Activity

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
This is the single best source to diagnose VRD problems.
The following must occur for the VRD system to operate.
• A target population must be entered and turned "ON.
• VRD hydraulics must be flowing continuously at highest
flow rate.
• Planter must be unfolded and lowered to planting
height. Planter Button
• Height sensor must be calibrated and "Planter Position"
must indicate "Down.
• Planter must be moving forward at planting speed.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
• Ground Speed" must indicate a ground speed (avoid
radar, because use of GPS speed source is increasing).
• Wheel Sensor" must indicate "Active.
NOTE: If Target RPM displays CAL, operate machine
in the field a short distance with VRD active.
This calibrates motors. Diagnostic Softkey

1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics

softkey >> Readings tab. Wheel Sensor — Wheel Sensor
Active — Active
2. Select VRD Data from drop down box. Inactive — Inactive
Planter Position — Planter Position
The status and activity for VRD components is shown. Up — Up
Screen Area Information Down — Down
Motor — Motor
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics Target rpm — Target revolutions per minute
Readings — Readings Actual rpm — Actual revolutions per minute
Variable Rate Drive Data — Variable Rate Drive Data Valve % — Valve percentage
Target Population — Target Population Left — Left
seeds/ac — Seeds per acre Right — Right
seeds/ha — Seeds per hectare Open — Open
Ground Speed — Ground Speed Closed — Closed
mph — Miles per hour
kph — Kilometers per hour
OUO6074,0000FBC ­19­24JUL08­1/1

EPM Status

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to check the status of EPMs on the machine.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Readings tab.
2. Select EPM Status from drop down box to see which
EPMs are operational. All will be displayed with online
or active. Green box means true, red box means false.
Planter Button
3. Select drop­down to view EPMs each input status or
status all to view all.
A59567 —UN—08MAR07

Screen Area Information

Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Readings — Readings
EPM Status — EPM Status
Online — Online
Active — Active Diagnostic Softkey
Status All — Status All

NS43404,00000DD ­19­27OCT08­1/1

90­4 PN=154
080609
 Diagnostics

Seed Tube Sensor Test

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to identify the seed sensors detected by the
monitor.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select Seed Tube Sensor from drop down box to see
which sensors are operational.
Planter Button
Screen Area Information

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Tests — Tests
Seed Tube Sensor — Seed Tube Sensor
These seed sensors are operational — These seed
sensors are operational
None — None

Diagnostic Softkey

OUO6074,0000FBE ­19­12MAR07­1/1

Seed Drop Test

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to determine if a seed sensor is detecting seeds
accurately.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select Seed Drop from drop down box.
3. Select Row input box and enter a row unit number Planter Button
to observe.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
4. Select Reset button to return a counter to zero. Select
Reset All Rows to clear all counters.
5. Locate the row unit number identical to the number
entered in input box.
6. Remove row unit meter to gain access to seed tube
opening.
Diagnostic Softkey
7. Drop a predetermined number of seeds through the
seed tube, one seed at a time. Tests — Tests
8. Observe count on monitor to verify the value is the Seed Drop — Seed Drop
same as number of seeds dropped. Row — Row
Count — Count
If values are significantly different, check wiring and Reset — Reset
clean or replace sensors. Reset All Rows — Reset All Rows
Screen Area Information
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
OUO6074,0000FBF ­19­24JUL08­1/1

90­5 PN=155
080609
 Diagnostics

Timed Seed Drop Test

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select Timed Seed Drop from drop down box.
3. Select Row input box and enter a row unit number
to observe.
4. Select Time input box and enter number of seconds Planter Button
to perform test.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
5. Plant at preferred speed and select Start button.
6. Time will count down to zero and test will stop. Select
Stop button to stop test before time reaches zero.
7. Observe seed count on screen.
Screen Area Information
Diagnostic Softkey
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Tests — Tests
Timed Seed Drop — Timed Seed Drop mph — Miles per hour
Start — Start kph — Kilometers per hour
Stop — Stop Time — Time
Row — Row sec — Seconds
Count — Count
OUO6074,0000FC0 ­19­11OCT07­1/1

90­6 PN=156
080609
 Diagnostics

VRD Event Logs

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to record system activity for a period of time
during an event. Your dealer uses this to diagnose the
cause of the event.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select VRD Event Logs from drop down box.
Planter Button
3. Select Zero button to clear all event logs.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
4. Select Start button to start new event log.
5. Select Event Log button to view stored event log data.
6. Select Previous Page or Next Page buttons to view
additional pages or select Go to Page input box and
enter a specific page number.
Screen Area Information Diagnostic Softkey

Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics

Tests — Tests
Clear all event logs — Clear all event logs

A61134 —UN—12OCT07

A61135 —UN—12OCT07
Start new event log — Start new event log
Start — Start
Stop — Stop
Event log — Event log
Hour Meter — Hour Meter
Ground Speed — Ground Speed
Wheel Sensor — Wheel Sensor Previous Page Next Page
Active — Active
Inactive — Inactive
Planter Position — Planter Position

A59520 —UN—23JUL08
Motor — Motor
Target rpm — Target revolutions per minute
Actual rpm — Actual revolutions per minute
Valve % — Valve percentage
Target — Target
Seeds — Seeds
ac — Acre
Clutch
ha — Hectare
Left — Left
Right — Right Closed — Closed
Open — Open
OUO6074,0001069 ­19­11OCT07­1/1

90­7 PN=157
080609
 Diagnostics

VRD Motor/Valve Flush

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to flush air from VRD hydraulic system.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select VRD Motor/Valve Flush from drop down box.
3. Select Flush Time input box and enter a value of 1,
2, or 3 seconds. Planter Button

4. Plant at a speed greater than 4 km/h (2 mph).

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
Motors operate for duration indicated and flush air
from system.
Screen Area Information
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Tests — Tests
VRD Motor/Valve Flush — Variable Rate Drive Diagnostic Softkey
Motor/Valve Flush
Ground Speed — Ground Speed Manual — Manual
mph — Miles per hour Speed must be greater than 4 kmh (2 mph) — Speed
kph — Kilometers per hour must be greater than 4 km/h (2 mph)
Flush Time — Flush Time speed needs to be increased — speed needs to be
secs — Seconds increased
Flush RPM — Flush revolutions per minute Value out of range — Value out of range
Motor — Motor
Quick Start — Quick Start
Auto — Auto
OUO6074,0000FC1 ­19­14MAR07­1/1

Diagnostics Code
Diagnostics Codes should only be accessed by a trained
technician. Refer to your John Deere dealer.
NS43404,00000BA ­19­03OCT08­1/1

90­8 PN=158
080609
 Diagnostics

Rotate Seed Meters

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to verify drillshaft and meters turn without pulling
machine through a field. Planter remains stationary during
this test.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select Rotate Meters from drop down box.
Planter Button
3. Select Motor Selection input box and select All or
any single motor to rotate.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
4. The following must occur for this feature to function:
• Planter must be unfolded.
• Planter must be in raised position.
• Planter must be stationary.
• Variable rate hydraulics must be active.
Diagnostic Softkey
Select Meter Rotation button. An audible tone sounds
when meters stop turning. Each time the icon is pressed,
the meters rotate approximately one half a revolution. If
meters fail to move, a warning screen appears.

A59898 —UN—02APR07
Rotate Seed Meter function can be accessed from the
planter main Run page.
Screen Area Information
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Tests — Tests
Rotate Meters — Rotate Meters Meter Rotation Button
Motor Selection — Motor Selection
All — All
Ground Speed — Ground Speed Up — Up
mph — Miles per hour Down — Down
kph — Kilometers per hour Motor — Motor
Wheel Sensor — Wheel Sensor Target rpm — Target revolutions per minute
Active — Active Actual rpm — Actual revolutions per minute
Inactive — Inactive Valve % — Valve percentage
Planter Position — Planter Position
OUO6074,0001068 ­19­24JUL08­1/1

90­9 PN=159
080609
 Diagnostics

Row Clutches

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to identify the row clutches detected by the
monitor.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select Row Clutches from drop down box to see
status of each row clutch. Green box means true, red
Planter Button
box means false.
3. Select toggle icon to enable clutch command. Green

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
box means true, red box means false.
4. Select row clutch input box and enter desired row
clutch to view or press next page icon and previous
page icon to navigate.
Screen Area Information
Diagnostic Softkey
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Tests — Tests
Row Clutches — Row Clutches
Status — Status

A61134 —UN—12OCT07

A61135 —UN—12OCT07
Current — Current
Fault Status — Fault Status
Clutch Command — Clutch Command
Row Clutch — Row Clutch

Previous Page Next Page

A63529 —UN—27OCT08
Toggle

NS43404,00000DE ­19­07NOV08­1/1

90­10 PN=160
080609
 Diagnostics

Row Clutches Self Test

A59551 —UN—08MAR07
Use this to identify the operational row clutches detected
by the monitor.
1. Select Menu >> Planter button >> Diagnostics
softkey >> Tests tab.
2. Select Row Clutches Self Test from drop down box
to see status of each row clutch.
Planter Button
3. Select perform self test button and system will perform
a self test on row clutches.

A59567 —UN—08MAR07
Screen Area Information
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Tests — Tests
Row Clutches Self Test — Row Clutches Self Test
Perform Self Test — Perform Self Test
Diagnostic Softkey

NS43404,00000DF ­19­12MAR09­1/1

Vacuum Sensor
Use this to verify proper sensor connection and calibration.
1. Verify vacuum wiring is properly connected.
If only one vacuum sensor is used, it MUST be
connected to LEFT VAC wire.

A40613 —UN—30DEC96
2. Verify vacuum hose is properly connected.
Connect hose to P2 port (A).
3. Check for air leaks in hose between sensor and
vacuum meter.
4. Turn tractor OFF. Turn key to ACC (Accessory).
A—P2 Port
5. Verify correct number of vacuum sensors are
configured.
Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration Screen Area Information
softkey >> Sensor tab >> Vacuum drop down.
Number of Sensors selected must match number of Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
sensors on machine. Sensor — Sensor
Vacuum — Vacuum
6. Select Sensor drop down and select each sensor one Sensors — Sensors
at a time. Select Cal Value and enter 5.66. Sensor — Sensor
7. Select each sensor one at a time and select Zero Cal Value — Calibration Value
Sensor button. V in — Inches of Vacuum
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
8. Verify voltages are correct. Readings — Readings
System Voltages — System Voltages
Select Diagnostic softkey >> Readings tab >>
Controller Input — Controller Input
System Voltages drop down.
Vacuum Sensor Supply — Vacuum Sensor Supply
• Controller Input value MUST be 11 vdc or higher. V — Volts
• Vacuum Sensor Supply value is 8.0 vdc.
• If voltage is ZERO, check wiring.
OUO6074,0000FCB ­19­24JUL08­1/1

90­11 PN=161
080609
 Diagnostics

Liquid Fertilizer Sensor Select Diagnostic softkey >> Readings tab >>
Use this to verify proper sensor connection and calibration. System Voltages drop down.

1. Turn tractor OFF. Turn key to ACC. • Controller Input value MUST be 11 vdc or higher.
• Fertilizer Sensor Supply value is 8.0 vdc.
2. Verify sensor wiring is properly connected. • If voltage is ZERO, check wiring.
If only one sensor is used, it MUST be connected to Screen Area Information
LEFT FERT wire.
Planter Configuration — Planter Configuration
3. Verify correct number of sensors are selected. Sensor — Sensor
Fertilizer — Fertilizer
Select Menu >> Planter button >> Configuration
Sensors — Sensors
softkey >> Sensor tab >> Fertilizer drop down.
Sensor — Sensor
Number of Sensors selected must match number of Cal Value — Calibration Value
sensors on machine. Pressure — Pressure
Planter Diagnostics — Planter Diagnostics
Select Sensor drop down and select each sensor one Readings — Readings
at a time. Select Cal Value and enter 37.5. System Voltages — System Voltages
4. Release trapped pressure in fertilizer system. Select Controller Input — Controller Input
each sensor one at a time and select Zero Sensor Fertilizer Sensor Supply — Fertilizer Sensor Supply
button. V — Volts

5. Verify voltages are correct.

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Error and Fault Codes

WARNING Fault Codes • 033 Memory Failure
This fault code occurs when a stored parameter is
• 020 Implement Disconnected not stored after three consecutive write attempts and
One or more Controllers disconnected. This fault indicates a probable permanent memory failure.
code happens when an implement controller fails
to respond to the GreenStar™ display signal. It is Caution Fault Codes
often accompanied by fault code 110 due to the brief
intermittent connection that occurs as an implement is • 110 CAN Bus Communications Problem
disconnected. This fault code is the one most commonly seen. Any
This fault code is the expected result when an type of problem with the CAN bus (wiring harness,
operator disconnects an implement or is caused by electrical interface in each CAN node, terminators) will
an intermittent CAN connection. It also occurs if an likely cause a Fault Code 110. Some of the potential
implement stops communication on the CAN bus, such problems include; faulty terminators, electrical wiring
as power loss or internal faults. intermittent short or open, damaged CAN interface in a
• 021 Display Conflict controller, loose connector or connection.
This fault code occurs when a Controller requests a An improperly wired CAN cable also produces a 110
display allocation that is already part of an existing fault code.
allocation. The fault code indicates that some controller In addition, this fault code is caused by out­of­sequence
did not display information as intended. or missing CAN messages or improper commands.
The proper response to this fault code is to run a • 111 CAN to CCD Queue Overflow
Standard Layout with all CAN subsystems connected This fault code occurs when the CCD transmit queue
that are used in the application. This function is found overflows, usually as a result of a CCD bus problem.
on the SETUP—Run Page Layout screen. • 112 Display Conflict
• 030 Too Many Devices on CAN Bus This fault code occurs when a controller requests a
This fault code appears when more than eight CAN display allocation that is already part of an existing
controllers (implements) attempt to log in to the allocation. The fault code indicates that a controller
GreenStar™ Display. was not able to display information on the RUN page
• 031 GreenStar™ Display Overload as intended.
This fault code occurs when an unusually high amount The proper response to this fault code is to run a
of CAN messages are sent to the display in a short Standard Layout with all CAN subsystems connected
period of time. When this fault code occurs, the that are used in the application. This function is found
display has missed some messages and is out of on the SETUP—Run Page Layout screen.
synchronization with the controllers. Cycle power to • 113 Incompatible Monitor/Controller
synchronize the entire system. This fault code occurs when a CAN command is
This fault code also occurs when a CAN node sends received that the display does not know how to process.
out messages that are properly received by the display, This indicates a possible mismatch between controller
but the transmitting node does not recognize the and display software versions.
acknowledge signal and endlessly re­sends the original
message.
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Troubleshoot GreenStar™ Display
Symptom Problem Solution

Screen not readable. Contrast incorrectly set. Adjust contrast.

Screen backlight set too low. Increase backlight adjustment.

Incorrect speed displayed. Incorrect calibration. Enter correct radar calibration value or
recalibrate on 122 m (400 ft.) course.

Incorrect units of measure set. Set correct units.

Speed reading erratic. Radar mount loose or vibrates.

No radar speed reading. No calibration value entered. Calibrate radar.

Windy or dusty conditions. Change to a different speed source.

No radar calibration value. Display installed on 7000/8000/9000 Calibrate radar per tractor operator’s
Series or newer tractor with factory manual.
installed radar.
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Troubleshoot SeedStar™
Symptom Problem Solution

Warning: Verify power on pins 1 Machine not equipped with variable If machine is not equipped with
and 3. rate drive. VRD, change drive source. (See
CONFIGURE PLANTER DRIVE
SOURCE in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

Machine is equipped with variable rate Check pins 1 and 3 for 12 volt power
drive. at ISO coupler.

No vacuum reading. Faulty wire connection. Check wiring harness and repair.

Vacuum blower not running. Start vacuum blower motor.

Vacuum line on wrong fitting on Install vacuum line to sensor P2 fitting.

sensor.
Incorrect planter configuration. Enter correct number of vacuum
sensors. (See VACUUM SENSORS
in SETUP Basic Planter Configuration
section.)

Vacuum section not displayed on RUN Enter correct number of vacuum

screen. sensors. (See VACUUM SENSORS
in SETUP Basic Planter Configuration
section.)

Sensor connected to wrong wire If only one vacuum sensor is

harness lead. used, correct to wire labeled LEFT
VACUUM.

Wrong vacuum reading. Vacuum sensor not calibrated. Stop vacuum blower motor and
zero the sensor. (See VACUUM
SENSORS in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

Wrong calibration value. Enter correct calibration value

(5.66). (See VACUUM SENSOR in
Diagnostics section.)

Faulty vacuum sensor. Replace sensor.

No high or low population reading. Dirty seed tube sensors. Clean sensors. (See Seed Tube
Sensors section.)

No radar speed. Connect and calibrate radar or other

speed source.

Seed sensors turned off. Turn split row option off. (See
CONFIGURE FRAME, SPLIT
ROW, AND DRIVE DISCONNECT
WARNING in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

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Symptom Problem Solution

Turn rows on. (See SEED SENSORS

ON/OFF in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

Faulty wire harness connection. Check wiring harness connections.

Correct wire harness connection. See

Technical Manual TM1023.

Wrong population reading. Dirty seed tube sensors. Clean sensors. (See Seed Tube
Sensors section.)

Row spacing incorrect. Enter correct row spacing. (See

CONFIGURE FRAME, SPLIT
ROW, AND DRIVE DISCONNECT
WARNING in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

Speed reading incorrect. Enter correct radar calibration or

troubleshoot radar.

Windy or dusty conditions. Change to a speed source other

than radar. (See GROUND SPEED
SOURCE in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

Wrong units of measure. Enter correct units. (See CONFIGURE

LANGUAGE AND UNITS OF
MEASURE in Monitor Settings
section.)

Speed reading too high. See wrong speed reading above.

Planting seed at a rate exceeding Install AccuCount™ sensors or use

sensor capability. Population Adjust.

Planting Hill­Drop cotton. Multiple seeds pass seed sensor at

one time.

Population Adjust value set incorrectly. Verify actual field planting population.
Compare to population reading.
Adjust Population Adjust setting as
needed.

Row failure warning. Meter not planting. Seed hopper empty, fill with seed.

Harness problem. Inspect harness and connections.

Planting in rocky conditions. Seeds knocked off disk, adjust row

unit down force.

Dirty seed tube sensors. Clean sensors. (See Seed Tube

Sensors section.)

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Symptom Problem Solution

Wrong area reading. Planter width incorrect. Enter correct planter width. (See
CONFIGURE FRAME, SPLIT
ROW, AND DRIVE DISCONNECT
WARNING in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

Half­width or third­width disconnect Select “Reduce Area by these Rows"

on. when using disconnect feature.

Radar problem. Correct radar calibration or

troubleshoot radar.

No planter monitor reading. Electrical connections not correct. Check fuses in tractor. Check
connections on back of rear tractor
connector.

No liquid fertilizer reading. There is no pressure. Drive planter forward and verify pump
is primed.

Incorrect planter options. Enter correct number of fertilizer

sensors. (See LIQUID FERTILIZER
SENSORS in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration.)

Sensor connected to wrong wire If only one liquid sensor is used, it

harness lead. must be connected to wire labeled
LEFT FERT.

Faulty wire connection. Check wiring harness and repair.

Wrong liquid fertilizer reading. Wrong calibration valve. Enter calibration value (37.5). (See
LIQUID FERTILIZER SENSOR in
Diagnostics section.)

Erroneous ZERO valve. Relieve trapped pressure in fertilizer

manifold. ZERO sensor. (See LIQUID
FERTILIZER SENSORS in SETUP
Basic Planter Configuration section.)

Faulty liquid fertilizer sensor. Replace sensor.

Sensor plugged. Remove sensor and flush with warm

water. Do NOT insert hard objected
into sensor when cleaning. Sensing
unit may be damaged.

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 Troubleshoot

Troubleshoot RowCommand™
Symptom Problem Solution

Caution: No CAN Bus EPM is off line and not communicating Check all connections on EPM that is
communications with Electronic with controller. not communicating.
Power Modules (EPM). Some row
clutches will not disengage.
Check Connections. A
restart is required to attempt
communications with EPMs.
See your John Deere dealer.

Caution: Electronic Power Modules EPM has failed to respond to CAN Check all harness connections to
(EPM) are not responding to Bus commands. EPM that is not responding.
CAN Bus commands. Some row
clutches will not disengage.
Check connections. A
restart is required to attempt
communications with EPMs.
EPMs not active Switch failed EPM with known EPM
that is functioning and retest.

See your John Deere dealer.

Caution: Low Supply Voltage Voltage has fallen below 10.5 V on Check EPM fuse.
on Electronic Power Modules any input supply on individual EPM.
(EPM). Clutch system self­test not
available.
Check all harness connections on
EPM with low voltage.

Increase engine speed to increase

alternator output.

See your John Deere dealer.

Caution: Supply Voltage Out Voltage has dropped below 9.0 V on Check EPM fuse.
of Range on Electronic Power any input supply on individual EPM.
Modules (EPM). Clutch system
self­test not available.
Check all harness connections to
EPM that has low voltage.

Increase engine speed to increase

alternator output.

See your John Deere dealer.

Clutch self­test at start up does not An EPM is not communicating or Check EPM fuse.
function. voltage feed out of range, and clutch
test is not available.
Check harness connections to non
responsive EPM. See your John
Deere dealer.

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Symptom Problem Solution

RowCommand™ row sections for EPM 1 not communicating or not Inspect fuse for EPM 1 (10 amp) on
rows 1­10 not visible on display. active. EPM harness.

Determine if EPM 1 is operational.

Refer to Diagnostics tab, Tests, EPM
status.

Inspect harness from EPM to

appropriate rows for loose connections
or damage.

Exchange EPM with a functional EPM

to verify harness or EPM problem.

Contact your John Deere dealer.

Supply voltage out of range. Inspect fuse for EPM 1 (10 amp) on
EPM harness.

Determine if EPM 1 is operational.

Refer to Diagnostics tab, Tests, EPM
status.

Inspect harness from EPM to

appropriate rows for loose connections
or damage.

Exchange EPM with a functional EPM

to verify harness or EPM problem.

Contact your John Deere dealer.

RowCommand™ row sections for EPM 2 not communicating or not Inspect fuse for EPM 2 (10 amp) on
rows 11­20 not visible on display. active. EPM harness.

Determine if EPM 2 is operational.

Refer to Diagnostics tab, Tests, EPM
status.

Inspect harness from EPM to

appropriate rows for loose connections
or damage.

Exchange EPM with a functional EPM

to verify harness or EPM problem.

Contact your John Deere dealer.

RowCommand™ row sections for EPM 3 not communicating or not Inspect fuse for EPM 3 (10 amp) on
rows 21­30 not visible on display. active. EPM harness.

Determine if EPM 3 is operational.

Refer to Diagnostics tab, Tests, EPM
status.
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 Troubleshoot

Symptom Problem Solution

Inspect harness from EPM to

appropriate rows for loose connections
or damage.

Exchange EPM with a functional EPM

to verify harness or EPM problem.

Contact your John Deere dealer.

RowCommand™ row sections for EPM 4 not communicating or not Inspect fuse for EPM 4 (10 amp) on
rows 31­40 not visible on display. active. EPM harness.

Determine if EPM 4 is operational.

Refer to Diagnostics tab, Tests, EPM
status.

Inspect harness from EPM to

appropriate rows for loose connections
or damage.

Exchange EPM with a functional EPM

to verify harness or EPM problem.

Contact your John Deere dealer.

RowCommand™ row sections for EPM 5 not communicating or not Inspect fuse for EPM 5 (10 amp) on
rows 41­48 not visible on display. active. EPM harness.

Determine if EPM 5 is operational.

Refer to Diagnostics tab, Tests, EPM
status.

Inspect harness from EPM to

appropriate rows for loose connections
or damage.

Exchange EPM with a functional EPM

to verify harness or EPM problem.

Contact your John Deere dealer.

Low voltage warning when all Excessive electrical load. Decrease electrical load.
RowCommand™ clutches are
powered (meter disengages).
Increase engine RPM to increase
alternator output.

Verify that alternator output is within

specifications.

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Troubleshoot Variable Rate Drive

Symptom Problem Solution

Warning: Verify power on pins 1 No 12 volt power on ISO coupler pins Check pins 1 and 3 for 12 volt power.
and 3. 1 and 3.
WARNING SCREEN: Motor 1, 2 No hydraulic pressure or flow. Make sure hoses are correctly
disabled. Drive failed to respond. plugged into tractor SCV or power
Verify hydraulic power. Check beyond.
operator’s manual.
Verify correct location of pressure and
NOTE: This warning occurs when return lines. A one way check valve is
motor speed should be greater installed in the return line hose tip.
than 18 rpm and the motors
are currently not turning. Set tractor SCV time to continuous
detent and flow. (See MAKING
PROPER HOSE CONNECTIONS
in the ATTACH AND DETACH
VARIABLE RATE DRIVE section.)
Activate tractor SCV.

Low hydraulic pressure or flow to Maintain full tractor engine rpm.

variable drive motors.
Increase tractor SCV flow setting.
Minimize flow to other hydraulic
functions.
Verify tractor hydraulic system
performance.

No motor speed detected by variable Verify motor speed sensor electrical

drive controller. connections. Note: If this condition
exists, the motor without any speed
sensor feedback will rotate at a very
high RPM for several seconds before
full page warning is issued.
Verify set screw in motor coupler in
tightened to motor speed shaft.
Verify hydraulic valve electrical
connection.

Mechanical binding causing high Wing to mainframe drive shaft

torque. couplers misaligned. Align drive shaft
couplers.
Failed drive shaft support bearings.
Replace failed bearings.
Misaligned seed meter and/or
chemical hopper disconnects. Inspect
and adjust seed meter and/or chemical
hopper disconnects.
Identify and repair any other sources
of mechanical binding.

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Symptom Problem Solution

A one hydraulic motor system is setup Set number of hydraulic motors to

for two hydraulic motors. one. (See ASSIGN MOTOR—ROWS,
SPROCKETS, AND WIDTH
DISCONNECT in SETUP Variable
Rate Drive section.)

WARNING SCREEN: Motor 1,2 Motors are not designed to operate Operate planter above minimum
disabled. Drive failed to respond. less than 18 RPM. For motors to ground speed.
Verify hydraulic power. Check operate above 18 RPM, the ground
operators manual. Minimum speed must be above the minimum.
ground speed is. The minimum ground speed varies
depending on SETUP.
NOTE: This warning occurs when
motor speed is expected
between 11.5 RPM and 18
RPM, but not occuring.
No hydraulic pressure or flow. Make sure hoses are plugged into
tractor SCV or power beyond.
Verify correct location of pressure and
return lines. A one way check valve is
installed in the return line hose tip.
Set tractor SCV to continuous detent
and flow.
Activate tractor SCV.

Low hydraulic pressure or flow to Maintain full tractor engine RPM.

variable drive motors.
Increase tractor SCV flow setting.
Minimize flow to other hydraulic
functions.
Verify tractor hydraulic system
performance.

No motor speed detected by variable Verify motor speed sensor electrical

drive controller. connection. Note: If this condition
exists, the motor without any speed
sensor feedback will rotate at a very
high RPM for several seconds before
a full page warning is issued.
Verify set screw in motor coupler is
tightened to motor speed shaft.
Verify hydraulic valve electrical
connection.

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 Troubleshoot

Symptom Problem Solution

Mechanical binding causing high Wing to mainframe drive shaft

torque. couplers misaligned. Align drive shaft
couplers.
Failed drive shaft support bearings.
Replace failed bearings.
Misaligned seed meter or chemical
hopper disconnects. Inspect and
adjust seed meter and/or chemical
hopper disconnects.
Identify and repair any other sources
of mechanical binding.

A one hydraulic motor system is setup Set number of hydraulic motors to

for two hydraulic motors. one. (See ASSIGN MOTOR—ROWS,
SPROCKETS, AND WIDTH
DISCONNECT in SETUP Variable
Rate Drive section.)

WARNING SCREEN: Motor 1,2 is Proportional valve contaminated. Perform hydraulic motor/valve flush.
operating at wrong speed. (See VRD MOTOR/VALVE FLUSH in
Diagnostics section.)
NOTE: This warning occurs when
the motor speed is less than
70 percent or greater than
120 percent of the correct
motor speed for the selected
population rate.
Motors are not designed to operate Operate planter above minimum
less than 18 RPM. For motors to ground speed.
operate above 18 RPM, the ground
speed must be above mph shown
in Configuration Summary. The
minimum ground speed varies
depending on variable setup.
Mechanical binding causing Loose chain on drive system causing
torque/speed fluctuations. chain to jump sprocket teeth. Tighten
chain idler.
Misaligned chains causing chain to
jump sprocket teeth. Align drive and
driven sprockets. Align chain idler.
Wing to mainframe drive shaft
couplers misaligned. Align drive shaft
couplers.
Failed drive shaft support bearings.
Replace failed bearings.
Misaligned seed meter and/or
chemical hopper disconnects. Inspect
and adjust seed meter and/or chemical
hopper disconnects.
Identify and repair any other sources
of mechanical binding.

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Symptom Problem Solution

Seed rate selection line appears Motor speed sensor detects no Check connection to speed sensor.
black with white lettering. motion/motors are not turning.
Faulty motor speed sensor. Replace motor speed sensor.

Seal blown in motor. See your John Deere dealer.

Hose clamps on motor speed sensor Tighten clamps.

coupler loose.
Valve on hydraulic motor not getting Check connection to valve.
any power.
WARNING SCREEN: STOP. Power Electrical power lost to controller. Check connection of 30­way
Interruption. Possible skip. METRAPAK™ connector on
controller.
Check 9­pin connector.
Check 3­pin convenience outlet
connector.
See your John Deere dealer.

WARNING SCREEN: No Tractor The radar signal has been lost for a Verify radar connection.
Speed, Planter Moving. period of three seconds.
WARNING SCREEN: Tractor/Planter Faulty radar. Verify radar connection.
Speed Error.
NOTE: This warning occurs when
radar speed is significantly
different from planter motion
sensor speed.
Extremely windy, dusty
conditions will give radar false
readings and cause this warning.
Excessive wheel slippage on
tire with motion sensor mounted
to it, will cause this warning.
Consult dealer or technical manual for
further diagnostics.

Faulty motion sensor. Verify motion sensor connection.

Verify motion sensor­to­disk clearance

is 2—4 mm (0.08—0.16 in.) and
wheel bearing is tight. Verify wheel is
turning.

Consult dealer or technical manual for

further diagnostics.

No row failed warnings from planter Normal condition for planter monitor Operate planter above two mph.
monitor when drive motors stop. not to issue row failed warning below
two mph.

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Symptom Problem Solution

Hydraulic motors do not turn or Normal condition when ground Operate planter at ground speeds
stop turning. speed is less than one mph under greater than minimum ground speed.
all conditions/setup. Depending on
variable drive setup, the minimum
speed the system will function at may
be higher. Note: Planter monitor will
not provide row failure warning under
3 km/h (2 mph).
A population of zero has been Population set rate must be greater
selected. than zero.

No hydraulic pressure or flow. Make sure hoses are correctly

plugged into tractor SCV or power
beyond.
Verify correct location of pressure and
return lines. A one way check valve is
installed in the return line hose tip.
Set tractor SCV to continuous flow.
Activate tractor SCV.

Low hydraulic pressure/flow to Maintain full tractor engine RPM.

variable drive motors.
Increase tractor SCV flow setting.
Minimize flow to other hydraulic
functions.
Verify tractor hydraulic system
performance.

Height sensor not calibrated. Calibrate height sensor. (See height

sensor calibration in SETUP Variable
Rate Drive section.)

Height sensor STOP position set too Set height sensor STOP position at
low (drawn machines). a frame height that allows the row
unit opener blades to just touch the
ground. If the stop position is set too
low, the drive motors may turn on/off
while planting due to wheel module
float over rough ground conditions.

Height sensor bracket not adjusted to Adjust height switches. (See ADJUST
specification (integral machines). PARALLEL ARM HEIGHT SWITCH in
SETUP Variable Rate Drive section.)

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Symptom Problem Solution

Planter motion sensor not active when Verify motion sensor is active when
planter is moving. planter is operating. (See VARIABLE
RATE DRIVE COMPONENT
ACTIVITY in Diagnostics section.)
Verify electrical connections to motion
sensor.
Check 2 mm (0.08 in.) gap between
motion sensor and tone wheel bolted
to the wheel.
Wheel bearings may be loose or failed
causing an increasing/decreasing gap
on wheel motion sensor.

Mechanical binding causing high Wing to mainframe drive shaft

torque. couplers misaligned. Align drive shaft
couplers.
Failed drive shaft support bearings.
Replace failed bearings.
Misaligned seed meter and/or
chemical hopper disconnects. Inspect
and adjust seed meter and/or chemical
hopper disconnects.
Identify and repair any other sources
of mechanical binding.

Hydraulic motor(s) continue to turn Motor proportional valve stuck from Perform flush motor procedure.
when planter is raised. hydraulic oil contamination.
Consult dealer or Technical Manual for
proportional valve cleaning procedure.

Replace hydraulic oil and oil filters in

tractor.

Only one hydraulic motor of a two Half width disconnect OPEN on either Close half width disconnect switch.
hydraulic motor system is turning. left or right side.
Variable drive setup for only one Set number of hydraulic motors to
motor. This condition will only engage two. (See ASSIGN MOTOR—ROWS,
the right hand side of the machine. SPROCKETS, AND WIDTH
DISCONNECT in SETUP Variable
Rate Drive section.)

Motors turning backwards. Full tractor pressure is being applied Plumb hydraulic lines so hydraulic
to the “T” port on the hydraulic valve pressure is applied to the port labeled
manifold. “P”.

Motor orientation on planter See installation instructions for correct

backwards. orientation.

Valve manifold orientation on motor See installation instructions for correct

backwards. orientation.

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 Troubleshoot

Symptom Problem Solution

Hydraulic motors turn at an erratic Proportional valve contaminated. Perform hydraulic motor/valve flush.
speed. (See VRD MOTOR/VALVE FLUSH in
Diagnostics section.)

Low hydraulic pressure/flow to Maintain full tractor engine rpm.

variable drive motors.
Increase tractor SCV flow setting.
Minimize flow to other hydraulic
functions.
Verify tractor hydraulic system
performance.

Mechanical binding causing Loose chain on drive system causing

torque/speed fluctuations. chain to jump sprocket teeth. Tighten
chain idler.
Misaligned chains causing chain to
jump sprocket teeth. Align drive and
driven sprockets. Align chain idler.
Wing to mainframe drive shaft
couplers misaligned. Align drive shaft
couplers.
Failed drive shaft support bearings.
Replace failed bearings.
Misaligned seed meter and/or
chemical hopper disconnects. Inspect
and adjust seed meter and/or chemical
hopper disconnects.
Identify and repair any other sources
of mechanical binding.

Motors are not designed to operate Operate planter above minimum

less than 18 rpm. For motors to ground speed.
operate above 18 rpm, the ground
speed must be above the minimum.
The minimum ground speed varies
depending on SETUP.
When starting to plant from Normal operation to have an Lower planter a short distance ahead
a stopped position, hydraulic approximate 0.9 m (3 ft) seeding gap of where seed must reach the ground.
motor(s) do not turn for a brief using Quick Start or a 9 m (10 ft) skip This may require backing up, if planter
period. This creates a seeding gap without Quick Start. is stopped in the middle of the field. Do
in the field. not back up while planter is lowered.

NOTE: These approximate distances Use Quick Start feature to minimize

will be longer if seed is not skip.
loaded on the seed meter disk.
Load seed on the seed meter disk
prior to the start of productive seeding
by lowering the planter into the DOWN
position and driving forward with the
vacuum on if required.

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Symptom Problem Solution

When using Quick Start, begin forward

travel in a low gear to take off slower.
By taking off slow and then shifting
gear to speed up, the skip becomes
smaller.

Many seeds on end of row when VRD system requires a brief delay to Start downshifting prior to end of row
stopping abruptly. shut off. to reduce forward travel speed prior to
stopping at end. This will allow VRD
system more time to slow down and
reduce the amount of seeds dropped
at end when planter is stopped.

Set population does not match Vacuum set too low/high. Adjust vacuum to appropriate level.
monitored population.
Problem with seed meter. See operator manual for
troubleshooting solutions.

Wrong seed disk selected in variable Enter correct seed disk or meter. (See
drive setup. VRD MACHINES—CONFIGURE
METER, CROP, DISK, AND RATES in
SETUP Seed Rates section.)

Wrong sprocket combination selected Enter correct sprocket combination.

in variable drive setup. (See ASSIGN MOTOR—ROWS,
SPROCKETS, AND WIDTH
DISCONNECT in SETUP Variable
Rate Drive section.)

Wrong row spacing. Enter correct row spacing. (See

CONFIGURE FRAME, SPLIT
ROW, AND DRIVE DISCONNECT
WARNING in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

Wrong units of measure. Enter correct units. (See CONFIGURE

LANGUAGE AND UNITS OF
MEASURE in Monitor Settings
section.)

Wrong row unit type selected. Select correct row unit type. (See
SET METER TYPE AND ROW UNIT
DRIVE TYPE in SETUP Variable Rate
Drive section.)

Seed sensors can not count seeds Normal operation of planter monitor.
passing through sensors at high rates. (See POPULATION ADJUST in the
SETUP Seed Rates section.)

Wrong seed population based on Radar not calibrated. Calibrate radar. (See RADAR
seed used/acre but selected rate CALIBRATION in Performance
and planter monitor agree. Monitor section.)

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Symptom Problem Solution

Calculated acres do not match Machine width not correct in planter Verify machine width. (See
actual acreage. monitor setup. CONFIGURE FRAME, SPLIT
ROW, AND DRIVE DISCONNECT
WARNING in SETUP Basic Planter
Configuration section.)

When row failed warning was issued, This is a normal planter monitor mode
seed sensors were ignored and selected by the operator. This is a
machine width reduced. temporary condition that resets when
ground speed is reduced below 3
km/h (2 mph) then increases above 3
km/h (2 mph).

Radar not calibrated. Calibrate radar. (See RADAR

CALIBRATION in Performance
Monitor section.)

Radar speed displayed on Either the GreenStar™ display or Calibrate radar. (See RADAR
GreenStar™ display different than tractor performance monitor/corner CALIBRATION in Performance
tractor performance monitor/corner post display not calibrated for radar. Monitor section.) See tractor
post display. operators manual to calibrate tractor
performance monitor/corner post
display.

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Troubleshoot Variable Rate Fertilizer

Symptom Problem Solution

WARNING Screen: Pump Motor Power lost to motor. Ensure 7­pin connector is plugged
Drive Power is not detected. Turn into tractor.
off all power. Connect the 7­pin
connector. Restart.
Loose connector or pin. Check 7­pin connector for proper
voltage and inspect pins. See your
John Deere dealer.

Pinched wires in harness. Inspect harness for damage. See

your John Deere dealer.

Blown fuse. Check tractor fuses.

WARNING Screen: Pump # Position Pump position sensor harness lead Inspect position sensor leads for
Sensor not detected. Unable to has an open or short. damage and proper connection.
adjust rate/ calculated rate goes to
zero.
Check position sensor circuit on wiring
harness. See your John Deere dealer
for sensor diagnostics.

Unable to adjust rate. Calculated Pump RPM sensor harness has an Inspect pump RPM sensor leads for
rate goes to zero. open or short. damage and proper connection.

Check pump RPM sensor lead wiring

harness. See your John Deere dealer.

WARNING Screen: Pump # No Pump position sensor harness has an Check pump position sensor leads for
Response to Control Command. open or short. damage and proper connection.
Unable to adjust rate.
Check pump position sensor circuit on
wiring harness. See your John Deere
dealer.

Loose set screw on sensor. Check motor set screw for tightness.

Motor does not turn. See your John Deere dealer for motor
diagnostics.

Check motor wiring harness for

damage.

GreenStar™ display shows Signal lost after power up. Perform CAN diagnostics. See your
“Controller Disconnected”. John Deere dealer.

WARNING Screen: All Devices CAN signal lead short to power or Perform CAN diagnostics. See John
Unable to Communicate. ground. Deere dealer.

Motor does not adjust or blown Pinched wires. Inspect for pinched wires and repair.
fuse.
Damaged connector pin. Inspect connector pins and repair.

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Symptom Problem Solution

Stretched wires due to improper Inspect for damaged wires and repair.
routing.
WARNING Screen: Over Small rate sprocket used on pump. Use large sprocket.
Application.
WARNING Screen: Under Large rate sprocket used on pump. Use small sprocket.
Application.
WARNING Screen: V.R. Fert System Drive wheel slippage. Increase pressure in variable rate
Problem. Calculated rates may not fertilizer pneumatic contact wheel
be accurate. spring.

Incorrect RPM sensor signal. Adjust sensor for correct gap. If gap is
correct, replace sensor.

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Beginning of the Season Service Clean any dirt or grease that may have accumulated
Before using the monitor after it has been stored, inspect before operating.
for cleanliness and damage.
Thoroughly inspect monitor display, controller wedgebox,
harnesses, radar and sensors for loose parts and adjust
as necessary.
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Liquid Fertilizer Sensor

Remove sensor and flush with clean water.
Do not insert any object or tool into fluid port.

A37524 —UN—13SEP95
AG,OUO1074,1592 ­19­24APR00­1/1

Vacuum Sensor
NOTE: P2 port (A) used for hose connection.

Protect when using water to wash planter.

A—P2 Port

A40613 —UN—30DEC96
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Record Serial Numbers

A31857 —UN—13MAR89
Radar Serial Number

A50245 —UN—12SEP02

A50245 —UN—12SEP02
Seed Monitor/Variable Rate Drive Controller Second Seed Monitor/Variable Rate Drive Controller on
Machines Over 24 Rows

OUO6074,0000FCD ­19­02APR07­1/1

Record Planter Options

Number of Rows
Row Spacing
Planter Width
Radar Calibration Number
Number of Seed Sensors
Turned Off
Display Software Version
Planter Controller Software
Version

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Keep Proof of Ownership

1. Maintain in a secure location an up­to­date inventory
of all product and component serial numbers.
2. Regularly verify that identification plates have not
been removed. Report any evidence of tampering to
law enforcement agencies and order duplicate plates.

TS1680 —UN—09DEC03
3. Other steps you can take:
­ Mark your machine with your own numbering
system
­ Take color photographs from several angles of each
machine

DX,SECURE1 ­19­18NOV03­1/1

Keep Machines Secure

1. Install vandal­proof devices.
2. When machine is in storage:
­ Lower equipment to the ground
­ Set wheels to widest position to make loading more
difficult

TS230 —UN—24MAY89
­ Remove any keys and batteries
3. When parking indoors, put large equipment in front of
exits and lock your storage buildings.
4. When parking outdoors, store in a well­lighted and
fenced area.
5. Make note of suspicious activity and report any thefts
immediately to law enforcement agencies.
6. Notify your John Deere dealer of any losses.
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A
F
Acre counters ............................................................. 60­1
Application rates Fertilizer
Variable rate fertillizer ............................................. 65­2 Calculator....................................................... 60­7, 65­7
Area counters ............................................................. 60­1 Sensor status .......................................................... 90­2
Area until empty.......................................................... 60­1 Fertilizer sensor calibration....................................... 40­10
Fertilizer sensors, liquid.............................................. 40­9
B Flush
Motor/valve ............................................................. 90­8
Bags of seed Frame configuration.................................................... 40­3
Estimator................................................................. 60­3
Brightness, display ..................................................... 25­1 G

C GPS
Offset ...................................................................... 25­3
Calculator Synchronization ...................................................... 25­3
Fertilizer ......................................................... 60­7, 65­7 GreenStar
Seed estimator Data input method................................................... 20­5
By bag ................................................................. 60­3 Power up and down ................................................ 20­4
By unit ................................................................. 60­4 Standard button icons ............................................. 20­4
By weight............................................................. 60­5 GreenStar monitors
Transmission sprocket ............................................ 60­2 How to use .............................................................. 20­1
Vacuum ................................................................... 60­6 Ground drive source
Calibration, touchscreen............................................. 25­4 Configure ................................................................ 40­2
Clutch disconnect warning.......................................... 40­3 Ground speed source ............................................... 40­13
Color, display .............................................................. 25­1
Configure frame, meter, drive source, split row .......... 40­3 H
Crop selection
Ground driven ......................................................... 50­1 Half screen layout....................................................... 55­4
VRD ........................................................................ 50­2 Half width disconnect, VRD setup .............................. 45­8
Current configuration ......................................... 40­1, 45­5 Half­width disconnect warning.................................... 40­3
Hardware identification
D Controller ................................................................ 90­1
Monitor .................................................................... 90­2
Data entry methods Headland warning suppression .................................. 55­6
GreenStar monitor .................................................. 20­5 Hectare counters ........................................................ 60­1
Date, setting ............................................................... 25­3 Height sensor
Daylight saving time ................................................... 25­3 Calibrate start/stop points
Diagnostic Common.............................................................40­11
Touchscreen............................................................ 25­4 Separate............................................................ 40­12
Disabling pump......................................................... 65­15 Height switch adjustment
Disk selection Parallel arm............................................................. 45­7
VRD ........................................................................ 50­2 High and low population warning, set
Display Ground driven machines......................................... 50­1
Brightness, volume, color........................................ 25­1 VRD ........................................................................ 50­2
Drive source ............................................................... 40­2 Hours
Drop test Total controller......................................................... 90­1
Seed........................................................................ 90­5 Total monitor ........................................................... 90­2
Timed ...................................................................... 90­6 Hydraulic hose connections........................................ 85­1
Hydrulic hook­up
Dual motor
E With power beyond load sense
6000 series tractors ......................................... 85­5
Entering data 7000 series tractors ......................................... 85­9
GreenStar monitor .................................................. 20­5 9000 series tractors ....................................... 85­13
Event logs
VRD ........................................................................ 90­7

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Without power beyond Number of bags needed

6000 series tractors ......................................... 85­3 Calculator................................................................ 60­3
7000, 8000, 9000 series tractors ..................... 85­7
Multiple motor O
With power beyond load sense
8000 series tractors ........................................85­11 Offset
Single motor GMT time ................................................................ 25­3
With power beyond load sense Overview
6000 series tractors ......................................... 85­4 Quick start............................................................... 45­3
7000 series tractors ......................................... 85­8 Variable rate drive ................................................... 45­1
8000 series tractors ............................ 85­10, 85­12 Variable rate fertilizer .............................................. 65­1
Without power beyond
6000 series tractors ......................................... 85­2 P
7000, 8000, 9000 series tractors ..................... 85­6
Population adjust ........................................................ 50­3
I Population and high­low warnings, set
Ground driven machines......................................... 50­1
Identification views ..................................................... 05­1 VRD ........................................................................ 50­2
Implement switch Power down................................................................ 20­4
Sensor status .......................................................... 90­2 Power up .................................................................... 20­4
Input entry Pump lock down ....................................................... 65­16
GreenStar monitor .................................................. 20­5
Q
L
Quick reference
Language, configure................................................... 25­2 Ground driven machines......................................... 35­1
Layout manager, screen ............................................. 20­9 VRD machines ........................................................ 35­4
Limp home mode, VRF............................................. 65­16 Quickstart
Liquid fertilizer diagnostics ............................ 65­17, 90­12 Overview ................................................................. 45­3

M R
Main run screens Radar
Headland warning supression................................. 55­6 Calibration............................................................... 30­2
Transport mode....................................................... 55­7 Configuration........................................................... 30­1
Manual overide, VRF................................................ 65­16 Rate selection
Mechanical drive source Ground driven ......................................................... 50­1
Configure ................................................................ 40­2 VRD ........................................................................ 50­2
Meter Rotate seed meters .................................................... 90­9
Drive type for VRD .................................................. 45­6 Row spacing and number........................................... 40­3
Set type for VRD ..................................................... 45­6 Row unit type
Meter selection VRD ........................................................................ 45­6
Ground driven ......................................................... 50­1 RowCommand
VRD ........................................................................ 50­2 Main run screen ...................................................... 55­1
Monitor Run screen
Controls................................................................... 20­2 Ground driven machine........................................... 55­2
Monitor, GreenStar Half screen layout ................................................... 55­4
Input entry methods ................................................ 20­5 Variable rate drive machine .................................... 55­3
Power up and down ................................................ 20­4
Standard button icons ............................................. 20­4 S
Motion sensor
Adjust gap ...................................................... 45­6, 45­7 Safety signs ................................................................ 15­1
Motor/valve flush ........................................................ 90­8 Screen
Brightness, volume, color........................................ 25­1
N Screen layout manager .............................................. 20­9
Seed count test........................................................... 90­5
Navigation on screen................................................ 20­10 Seed drop test ............................................................ 90­5

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Seed estimator Liquid fertilizer sensor ........................................... 100­1

By bag..................................................................... 60­3 Vacuum sensor ..................................................... 100­1
By unit ..................................................................... 60­4 System test, VRF........................................................ 65­6
By weight ................................................................ 60­5
Seed meters T
Rotate ..................................................................... 90­9
Seed sensors.............................................................. 40­6 Time, setting ............................................................... 25­3
Sensor status .......................................................... 90­2 Timed seed drop test.................................................. 90­6
Seed tube Touchscreen calibration.............................................. 25­4
Sensor Tractor and machine operator’s manuals
Clean ................................................................... 75­3 Using....................................................................... 85­1
Seed tube sensor test................................................. 90­5 Transmission
Seed tubes Sprocket calculator ................................................. 60­2
Install flush face ...................................................... 75­1 Transport mode .......................................................... 55­7
Install optional ......................................................... 75­2 Troubleshoot
Remove flush face .................................................. 75­1 Error and fault codes............................................. 90­13
Remove optional ..................................................... 75­2 Greenstar display.................................................... 95­1
Seeds per area average ............................................. 60­1 SeedStar ................................................................. 95­2
Seeds per hour ........................................................... 60­1 Variable rate drive ................................................... 95­8
Sensor Variable rate fertilizer ............................................ 95­17
Seed tube Turning view
Clean ................................................................... 75­3 Warning suppression ..................................... 55­5, 70­1
Seed tube test......................................................... 90­5
Status...................................................................... 90­2 U
Voltages .................................................................. 90­3
Sensors Units of measure, configure........................................ 25­2
Fertilizer .................................................................. 40­9
Seed........................................................................ 40­6
Vacuum and fertilizer .............................................. 40­7
V
Serial numbers
Vacuum
Recording.............................................................. 105­1
Calculator................................................................ 60­6
Setup
Sensor status .......................................................... 90­2
Fertilizer sensor calibration ................................... 40­10
Vacuum sensor calibration ......................................... 40­8
Ground speed source ........................................... 40­13
Vacuum sensors ......................................................... 40­7
Liquid fertilizer sensors ........................................... 40­9
Vacuum sensors diagnostics .....................................90­11
Seed sensors .......................................................... 40­6
Variable rate dirve overview ....................................... 45­1
Vacuum and liquid fertilizer sensors ....................... 40­7
Variable rate drive
Vacuum sensor calibration...................................... 40­8
Component location
Setup checklist
1700 planter ........................................................ 80­7
Ground driven machines......................................... 35­1
1710 10 row planter with dual motors ................. 80­7
VRD machines ........................................................ 35­4
1710 12 row planter with dual motors ................. 80­8
Setup width, rows, split row, and clutch disconnect.... 40­3
1720 10 row planters with dual motors................ 80­9
Software
1720 12 row planters with dual motors.............. 80­10
Enable variable rate drive screens.......................... 45­4
1720 12 row planters with three motors ............ 80­10
Software identification
1720 16 row planter with dual motors ................80­11
Controller ................................................................ 90­1
1720 16 row planter with three motors .............. 80­12
Monitor .................................................................... 90­2
1720 planter with single motor ............................ 80­8
Speed
1730 planter ...................................................... 80­12
Configure source................................................... 40­13
1750 conservation planter ................................. 80­13
Split row setup ............................................................ 40­3
1760/1760NT planters with dual motors............ 80­16
Sprocket
1760/1760NT planters with single motor........... 80­14
Transmission calculator .......................................... 60­2
1770 12 Row Wide ............................................ 80­18
Sprocket, VRD setup .................................................. 45­8
1770 12RN planters with dual motors ............... 80­17
Start and stop height
1770 12RN planters with single motor .............. 80­15
Common ................................................................40­11
1770NT 12 row and 16 row ............................... 80­19
Separate ............................................................... 40­12
1770NT 24 row.................................................. 80­20
Start up ....................................................................... 20­4
1790 23/24 row.................................................. 80­22
Storage
1790 24R20....................................................... 80­21
Beginning of the season service ........................... 100­1

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1790 31/32 row.................................................. 80­23 Volume, display .......................................................... 25­1

Deere/Bauer with dual motors........................... 80­24 VRD component
Deere/Bauer with three motors ......................... 80­25 Activity..................................................................... 90­4
Dual motor system
Drawn planters and 1720 integral ....................... 80­4 W
Integral planters except 1720 16R ...................... 80­3
Single motor system Warnings
Drawn planters .................................................... 80­1 Headland suppression ............................................ 55­6
Integral planters................................................... 80­2 Suppression when turning ............................. 55­5, 70­1
Three motor system Transport mode....................................................... 55­7
1720 16R............................................................. 80­5
Deere/Bauer ........................................................ 80­6 Z
Variable rate drive source
Configure ................................................................ 40­2 Zeroing
Variable rate fertilizer Fertilizer sensor .................................................... 40­10
System test ............................................................. 65­6 Vacuum sensor ....................................................... 40­8
Variable rate fertilizer overview................................... 65­1 Zeroing vacuum sensor .............................................. 40­7
Variable rate motor setup ........................................... 45­8
Voltages...................................................................... 90­3
Volume totals
Variable rate fertilizer .............................................. 65­5

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