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GPS Accuracy with SF1 and SF2

The coverage map location is based off of a reference point, and all other mapped points within the coverage map are positioned relative to this reference point. The reference point is created with the first recorded point for a specific client, farm, field, and task. If this point is recorded with poor GPS, the reference for all the coverage points will be inaccurate and will affect the positioning of the coverage map.

Also, if GPS is poor at any time within a specific client, farm, field, and task configuration, the coverage map can shift or drift more than what would be expected with GPS drift. Customers need to be aware of signal level at all times, and understand that shading, low satellite availability, and loss of signal will affect coverage map position.

IMPORTANT: AMS recommends running SF2 or RTK signal with Swath Control for planters. SF1 is not recommended.

Preventing Map Shifts

Ideally, the StarFire needs to have accuracy levels of 80% or greater. This is especially important when establishing the reference point. Maintaining GPS accuracy involves parameters that are sometimes uncontrollable. However, GPS signal accuracy is very important when it comes to coverage. Also ensure that shading optimization is checked on the StarFire set up page.

IMPORTANT: Have Optimize Shading checked. When the number of satellites in solution drops due to either shading or availability, Optimize Shading will help prevent errors due to the drastic change in signal level.

Attempt to Reset the Map

If a map shift is experienced, attempt to reestablish correct position by rebooting the system. First, change to a new field or a field that will not be used, unplug the StarFire, pause for 5 to 10 seconds, and plug it back in. Wait until the StarFire acquires at least 80% signal level, then change back to the original field. If the map doesn't return to the correct position, follow the same procedure above, but unplug GS2 as well as the StarFire.

If the problem persists contact your John Deere Dealer

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Enhancements for the GreenStar Display 2600 (GS2)

iTEC Pro (intelligent Total Equipment Control) – A new Pro module for the GreenStar™ 2 system which coordinates vehicle/implement functions and end turns. By automating these functions it allows the implement and machine functions to be performed consistently on the headlands or internal boundaries.

Harvest Doc SPFH (Self Propelled Forage Harvester) – Displays instantaneous field data such as yield and moisture information when used with the HarvestLab moisture sensor. Harvest Doc SPFH is compatible with all John Deere 7000 series Self propelled Forage Harvesters to document field activities. Apex desktop software support for Harvest Doc SPFH will be available with the summer software bundle 2008.

Brightness Control – Improved minimum brightness control for better screen visibility at night. Added the ability to enable\disable sync with cab functionality for John Deere Tractors.

Field Locator – Automatically detects when an operator has left a specific field boundary. The system will then prompt you to select the correct field you operating in.

Field Doc Connect - Compatibility with the CIS (Central Insecticide System) controller.

Multiple Home Pages – Ability to define up to 5 home pages that can be saved and used for different applications. The home button can be used to toggle through those 5 pages.

Swath Control Pro percent overlap - Allows the operator to set a percent overlap for sections to turn on\off.

Advanced Setup Tool – (Menu> GreenStar Main (F)> Setup Tab) Allows operators to select applications they need to set-up on their GreenStar 2 display and walks them through the appropriate screens to set-up the chosen applications.

Enhancements for the GS2 Rate Controller

Swath Control Pro for planters - Allows planter sections to turn on and off automatically based upon GPS location. Swath Control Pro for planters can be used with half width or third width disconnect John Deere planters, or have the option to use a third party air clutch system developed by Tru Count.

Hardi Sprayer Compatibility –Compatible with Hardi sprayers using 2500, 3500, 3880, and 5500 controllers.

Anhydrous Ammonia compatibility – Compatible with raven AccuFlow 1 valve (Fast Valve) or 2 valve system.

Speed increase – Allows operators the capability to function at a maximum speed 25mph.

Manual spray Mode - When "Sprayer" is selected for GS2 Rate Controller, a "Manual" button will appear on the Main Page. Pressing the Manual button disables the minimum speed requirement as well as Swath Control Pro for up to five seconds. The specified minimum flow rate will then be applied. This allows the operator to spray at a standstill for up to five seconds before starting the beginning of a pass.

Enhancements for the AutoTrac Universal Steering Kit

Lower speed – AutoTrac Universal has new low speed capability of .5 mph.

AutoTrac Universal Saved Vehicle Settings – allows the operator to save and recall ATU vehicle settings.

Vehicle Direction – Operators now have the ability to enter in forward/reverse for the vehicle direction.

Enhancement for Apex Desktop Software

Apex 2.0 production – Re-factored software platform increasing data unload speed, and adding additional value added features to better analyze field data.

Apex 2.0 Release Notes

This software update includes RTK radio stability and additional updates needed to properly configure the radio when switching from RTK to SF1 or SF2. This updates the StarFire iTC software from 3.01k to 3.03D.

SPFH Conversion Unit Tool offers Apex functionality to Harvest Doc SPFH customers. Once operators unload harvest data into Apex 2.0 beta, this tool allows them to accurately view harvest maps and reports in the proper units of measure.

Download the SPFH Conversion Unit Tool