John Deere Active Fill Control Guidance

Operating a self-propelled forage harvester (SPFH) is a challenging task that requires an operator to multitask throughout the entire day. Filling the transport truck, coordinating machine logistics, monitoring machine performance, and maximizing throughput are all part of the job. SPFH operators benefit from Active Fill Control, which makes the process easier by reducing the amount of time the operator spends monitoring the truck filling process. Experiments using advanced eye-tracking technology were able to track where an operator’s attention was focused while operating. Operators harvesting corn without Active Fill Control spend about 32 percent of their time watching the loading process. When Active Fill Control is used the operator only spends 23 percent of time monitoring the loading process.

 

During an 8-hour day, an operator with Active Fill Control will have an extra 40 minutes of time to focus on something else. Through a 20-day harvest season this would amount to more than five hours extra time. This time can be used to maximize throughput, coordinate a truck fleet, monitor forage quality through the HarvestLab™ sensor, or just spend time enjoying the harvest.

John Deere Active Fill Control improves operator comfort and reduces operator fatigue in the field. Active Fill Control automatically detects the trailer next to the forage harvester and automatically begins filling with a preselected fill strategy. The operator can focus more on machine behavior and optimization and worry less about the spout and flap steering. After headland turns, the spout will automatically return to the last filling position. The fill status of the trailer can be monitored via video overlay on a separate display, like the GreenStar™ 3 2630 or 4640 Universal Display, causing less tension on operators neck and back. Utilizing these capabilities forage harvesting gets much more convenient, especially during long working hours and for less experienced operators.

Active Fill Control also greatly reduces number of times an operator needs to adjust the spout. During typical operating conditions, an operator will adjust the spout, on average, once every 4 seconds. Throughout a normal day this could amount to more than 6000 button presses on the hydro handle. Active Fill Control can eliminate a vast majority of these presses.

John Deere Active Fill Control is the next step for higher productivity and efficiency during forage harvest. It is impossible to monitor the spout position every second while operating a self-propelled forage harvester (SPFH). Field conditions can vary including hilly terrain, wet soil and soft ground, down crop, obstacles, etc. Also, SPFH operators are challenged with a significant amount of communication and coordination. All this constantly requires the operator to multitask and react quickly to changing conditions. If the spout is improperly aimed for only a few seconds the result can be hundreds of pounds (kilograms) of lost forage.

 

The operator can experience all the benefits of an automated filling system, including spout steering, flap automation, and fill strategy execution. The camera automatically detects trailers and the current fill level once alongside the forage harvester, ensuring consistent filling of trailers and allowing the operator to fully focus on machine behavior and optimization in order to maintain peak performance at all times.

Working days during harvest are long and often go through the night.

 

Active Fill Control includes an additional light-emitting diode (LED) spout light package that ensures a steady fill, even in darkness. The design has also been optimized to ensure functionality under varying light, dust, shading, or rain conditions.

John Deere Active Fill Control is a fully integrated solution from John Deere. Once installed, it can be fully utilized in three easy steps:

 

Step 1:	Set up desired fill level and fill strategy in the self-propelled forage harvester (SPFH) CommandCenter™ display.
Step 2:	Engage Active Fill Control on the hydro handle
Step 3:	Begin experiencing all the benefits of Active Fill Control

 

As soon as Active Fill Control is engaged by the operator, the system will continuously look for a trailer in the camera field of view and fill it automatically, once detected. Never has forage harvesting been easier.

 

Monitor the fill progress on a video screen

 

The forage harvester operator has the option to simultaneously monitor the filling progress on any video screen mounted in the cab. No need to turn the head anymore and lose view of the crop flow.

 

The operator will see the following information on the video screen:

• Video picture of camera view
• Overlay of targeted trailer edges
• Overlay of filling status
• Icon for Active Fill Control status
• Icon for current fill strategy
• Icon for current offset adjustment
• Icon of current camera quality

This document lists all the compatible equipment approved with the software update 19-2 release, and is subject to change with newer software updates. To ensure complete and proper compatibility, the most current version of implement control unit software, Generation 4 Display software, or compatible farm management information software (FMIS) should be used. Non-current software versions will require an update before support can be provided. Unapproved software version configurations will not be supported.

The software update 19-2 release is only compatible with 4600 CommandCenter™ v2 processors. Software update 17-2 is the last release that was compatible with 4600 v1 processors.

Server serial numbers are as follows:

• v1 = RWG prefix
• v2 = PCG prefix

Machine compatibility

John Deere Large Ag Tractors

John Deere Large Ag Tractors (list of all automatically detected machines)	Model year	CommandCenter display		Universal Display
		4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
9R/9RT/9RX Series	2018 and newer	X	---	X	X
9R/9RT/9RX Series	2015-2017	*	---	X	X
9R/9RT Series	2012-2014	---	---	X	X
9030/9030T Series	2008 and newer	---	---	X	X
9020/9020T Series	2002-2007	---	---	X	---
9000 Series	1997-2001	---	---	X	---
9000T Series	2000-2001	---	---	X	---
8R/8RT Series	2018 and newer	X	---	X	X
8R/8RT Series	Mid-2014 - 2017	*	---	X	X
8R/8RT Series	2010-2013	---	---	X	X
8030/8030T Series	2006 and newer	---	---	X	X
8020/8020T Series	2002-2005	---	---	X	---
8010/8010T Series	2000-2002	---	---	X	---
8000 Series	1994	---	---	X	---
8000T Series	1997-1999	---	---	X	---
7R Series	2018 and newer	X	X	X	X
7R Series	2014-2017	*	---	X	X
7R Series	2011-2013	---	---	X	X
7J Series	2018 and newer	---	---	X	X
7030 Series	2007 and newer	---	---	X	X
7030 Series (Large Frame)	2007 and newer	---	---	X	X
7030 Series (Small Frame)	2006 and newer	---	---	X	X
7010 Series	1997-2003	---	---	X	---
7000 Series	1992-1996	---	---	X	---
6030 Series (Small Frame)	2006 and newer	---	---	X	X
6000 Series	1992-1998	---	---	X	---
6010 Series	1999-2002	---	---	X	---
6R Series	2018 and newer	X	X	X	X
6R Series (Final Tier 4)	2015-2017	*	---	X	X
6R Series (Interim Tier 4)	2013-2015	---	---	X	X
6M Series	2013 and newer	---	---	X	X
6J Series	2018 and newer	---	---	X	X
5R Series	2019 and newer	---	---	X	X

*NOTE: For latest Precision Ag functionality, update machines equipped from the factory with v1 processor to v2. The 4640 Universal Display is not compatible with SeedStar™ 4HP Planters when installed on 00, 10, and 20 Series Tractors.

John Deere Nutrient Applicators

John Deere Nutrient Applicators	Model year	CommandCenter		Universal Display
		4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
F4365 High-Capacity Nutrient Applicator	2017 and newer	X	---	---	---

John Deere Self-Propelled Sprayers

John Deere self- propelled sprayers	Model year	CommandCenter		Universal Display
		4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
4 Series Sprayers	2018 and newer	X	---	---	---
4 Series Sprayers	2013 - 2017	---	---	X	---
4940	2012 - 2014	---	---	X	---
4630	2008 and newer	---	---	X	---
4730	2008 and newer	---	---	X	---
4830	2008 - 2014	---	---	X	---
4930	2008 - 2013 (SN 4000+)	---	---	X	---
R4040i	2014 and newer	---	---	X	---
R4050i	2017 and newer	---	---	X	---
5430i	2008 - 2014	---	---	X	---
Hagie™ sprayers	2014 and newer	Compatible with GreenStar™ 3 2630 Displays and 4640 Universal Displays*

*NOTE: When using the 4640 Universal Display on a Hagie Sprayer, additional mounting and harnessing may be required.

• 4640 Ram™ Mount - SJ34503
• 4640 power/video harness - BPF11527 (1-3 video plus machine power), PF90687 (machine power only)

NOTE: Current John Deere/Hagie field kits only offer GreenStar 3 2630 Display parts.

NOTE: AutoTrac™ Vision/AutoTrac RowSense and multi-rank section control are not supported on Hagie at this time.

NOTE: VIN detection is not supported on Hagie Sprayers at this time.

John Deere Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters (SPFH)

John Deere Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters	Model year	CommandCenter		Universal Display
		4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
9000 Series SPFH	2019 and newer	---	---	X	---
8000 Series SPFH	2015 and newer	---	---	X	---

John Deere combines

John Deere combines	Model year	CommandCenter		Universal Display
		4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
S700 Series	2018 and newer	X	---	---	---
S430 and S440	2017 and newer	X	---	---	---
S600 Series	2012 - 2017	---	---	X	X
S540 and S550 Series	2012 and newer	---	---	X	X
T-Series	2012 and current	---	---	X	X
W-Series	2012 and current	---	---	X	X
70 Series	2008 - 2013	---	---	X	X

NOTE: Competitive equipment may be compatible with 4640 Universal Display and 4240 Universal Display. For additional compatibility information, contact a John Deere dealer.

Equipment compatibility

John Deere planters

SeedStar™ 4HP planters are only compatible with 4600 CommandCenter displays with a version 2 (v2) processor and 4640 Universal Displays. Displays should be running Generation 4 OS software version 10.10.404-390 or newer and the most current version of tractor applications to be compatible with SeedStar 4HP planter applications. Additionally, dual-display mode is available for use with SeedStar 4HP planter applications, along with Generation 4 Extended Monitor. SeedStar 4HP planters are compatible with no more than two GreenStar Rate Controllers.

The SeedStar 2 configuration below is available only on factory-installed model year 2011 and newer planters and may be field-installed on model year 2009 and 2010 planters. Green PM/PA controllers (factory-installed on model year 2009 and 2010 planters) are not supported with a Generation 4 display.

A Service ADVISOR™ tool (available at a John Deere dealer) is needed to update SeedStar 2, SeedStar XP, and SeedStar 3 HP software. Documentation is not supported when using a rate controller to control row clutches on a John Deere planter.

 

John Deere planters	Control unit name	Software version (or newer)	CommandCenter display		Universal Display
			4600 v2	4200	4640	4240*
SeedStar 2	Black PM1	22.0	X	X	X	X
	Black PA1, (if available PA 2)	22.0	X	X	X	X
	Green PM1	10.11	---	---	---	---
	Green PA1 (if available PA 2)	10.11	---	---	---	---
SeedStar XP	Black PM1	22.0	X	X	X	X
	Black PA1, (if available PA 2)	22.0	X	X	X	X
	PM2	7.0	X	X	X	X
SeedStar 3 HP	Planter Main A (PCMA)	5.0	X	X	X	X
	Planter Main B (PCMB or MMC)	8.0	X	X	X	X
	Row-unit Controller (RUC)	2.0	X	X	X	X
	EPG	3.0	X	X	X	X
SeedStar 4HP	Planter Apps	10.4.2-29	X	---	X	---
	Planter Main A (PMCA)	5.0	X	---	X	---
	Planter Main B (PMCB or MMC)	6.0	X	---	X	---
	Row-unit Controller (RUC)	3.0	X	---	X	---
	Electrical Power Generation (EPG)	5.0	X	---	X	---
	Electrical Power Module, 2 (PC2)	3.0	X	---	X	---

*NOTE: For implements requiring ground speed input (radar), utilizing a 4240 Universal Display may require an additional 4240 Radar speed kit.

John Deere Air Seeders

The C850 Air Cart requires a 4600/4200 CommandCenter Display or a 4640/4240 Universal Display. GreenStar 3 2630 monitors are not supported. Additionally, C850 Air Carts and AutoTrac Implement Guidance (passive) are compatible with software update 18-2 and newer.

 

John Deere Air Seeder	Model year/control unit name	Software version (or newer)	CommandCenter		Universal Display
			4600 v2	4200	4640	4240*
C850 Air Cart	Cart Master Controller (CMC)	12	X	X	X	X
	Mini Tank Controller (TXC)	6	X	X	X	X
	Front, Middle, Rear Tank Controller (TCU)	6	X	X	X	X
1870 Seeding Tool - TruSet™ system	2017 and newer (IDC)	5.0	X	X	X	X
1870 Seeding Tool - RelativeFlow™ blockage sensors	2017 and newer (BMU)	4.0	X	X	X	X
1910 Air Cart - ground drive	2009 and newer	3.0	X	X	X	X
1910 Air Cart - hydraulic drive	2013 and newer	8.00	X	X	X	X
Seeding tools with air-run blockage - primary blockage	2009 and newer (BMU)	12.0	X	X	X	X
Seeding tools with air-run blockage - air-run blockage	2009 and newer (BMU)	12.0	X	X	X	X
	Member Module	5.0	X	X	X	X
1990 Central Commodity System (CCS™)	2009 and newer (BMU)	12.0	X	X	X	X
N500C Series	Seeding apps	10.1.495-31	X	---	X	---
	SMCA or SMC	2.0	X	---	X	---
	SMCB or BMU	2.0	X	---	X	---
	EPG	2.0	X	---	X	---

*NOTE: For implements requiring ground speed input (radar), utilizing a 4240 Universal Display may require an additional 4240 Radar speed kit.

John Deere Tillage

John Deere Tillage	Control unit name	Software version (or newer)	CommandCenter		Universal Display
			4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
AccuDepth™ cultivator	Implement Depth Control (IDC)	11	X	X	X	X
2730 with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	2.66K	X	X	X	X
2230 with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	2.75K	X	X	X	X
2330 with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	3.35K	X	X	X	X
2620/2630 with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	2.95K	X	X	X	X
2720 with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	2.24K	X	X	X	X
2660VT with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	2.03K	X	X	X	X
2430 with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	2.14K	X	X	X	X
2510H with TruSet	Tillage Controller 1 (TC1)	2.85K	X	X	X	X

*NOTE: For implements requiring ground speed input (radar), utilizing a 4240 Universal Display may require an additional 4240 Radar speed kit.

John Deere Round Balers

 

John Deere Round Balers	Control unit name	Software version (or newer)	CommandCenter		Universal Display
			4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
0 Series	Baler Automation	10.07	X	X	X	X
9 Series Premium	Baler Automation	7.16	X	X	X	X
V451R/V461R	Baler Automation	11.5	X	X	X	X

 

 

John Deere Large Square Balers

John Deere Large Square Balers Including Harvest Tec applicator and PhiBer accumulator	Control unit name	Software version (or newer)	CommandCenter		Universal Display
			4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
0 Series	Gen 4 VT	3.04	X	X	X	X
1 Series	Gen 4 VT	5.07	X	X	X	X

Precision Ag Technology software compatibility

John Deere control units	Control unit name	Software version (or newer)	CommandCenter display		Universal Display
			4600 v2	4200	4640	4240
*StarFire 6000 Receiver	---	4.10J	X	X	X	X
StarFire 3000 Receiver	---	2.32H	X	X	X	X
*Modular Telematics Gateways (MTG) - 3G	---	21.03	X	X	X	X
*MTG - 4G	---	25.01.746	X	X	X	X
GreenStar Rate Controller	---	3.70K	X	X	X	X
GreenStar Rate Controller Dry	---	2.11A	X	X	X	X
*John Deere Rate Controller 2000	---	1.13A	X	X	X	X
*AutoTrac Universal 200	---	2.30A	---	---	X	X
*AutoTrac Universal 300	---	3.22O	---	---	X	X
AutoTrac Controller 250	---	11933B	---	---	X	X
*AutoTrac Controller - Deere	---	1.11B	---	---	X	X
AutoTrac Controller - Raven	---	3.2.29	---	---	X	X
AutoTrac Controller - Reichhardt®	---	SW 1.3	---	---	X	X
AutoTrac RowSense™	RG3	AKK15783F	X	---	X	---
AutoTrac Vision	VGC	4.01L	X	---	X	---
AutoTrac Turn Automation	---	19-2	X	---	X	---
AutoTrac Implement Guidance	---	19-2	X	---	X	---
Active Implement Guidance (VT)	Application 1100	2.71 T	X	X*	X	X*
iGrade™	Application 1100	2.71 T	X	X	X	X
Distance Trip	Application 1100	2.71 T	X*	X	X	X
Gen 4 Extended Monitor			X	---	X	---
Wireless Data Server	Wireless Data Server	1.541.2 (Planting) 7.471.1 (Application) 2.504.1 (Harvesting)	X	---	X	---
Mobile Data Transfer	MyTransfer™ app	3.8.6 (iOS®) 3.8.5 (Android™)	X	X	X	X
Connect Mobile app	Connect Mobile app	8.0.1 or newer	X	---	X	---
Connect Mobile server	Connect Mobile server	2.3.87-1	X	---	---	---
Mobile Weather	Application 1120	1.51 V	X	X*	X	X*
Manure Constituent Sensing	Manure Controller	19.06	X	---	X	---

*NOTE: See additional information below.

StarFire Receivers

StarFire Receivers can be updated in the following ways:

• Receiver USB port (available only for StarFire 6000 Receivers)
• Generation 4 display USB port
• Remote software updates application (in ISOBUS VT app)

Additionally, StarFire iTC Receivers are no longer supported with software update 2017-1 and newer software. StarFire 6000 Receivers require software version 3.80F or higher when used with AutoTrac Implement Guidance.

John Deere Operations Center

To use RDA on a Generation 4 CommandCenter Display with a GreenStar 3 2630 Display connected in the same machine, GreenStar 3 2630 software version 3.22.1095 (SU2014-1) or higher is required (for 4600 CommandCenter Display and 4640 Universal Display only).

GreenStar Rate Controller and GreenStar Rate Controller Dry

GreenStar Rate Controller Dry is supported with display software update 2017-2 and newer. The 4600 and 4200 CommandCenter Displays and 4640 and 4240 Universal Displays support documentation and section control of up to five GreenStar Rate Controller units.

To update the GreenStar Rate Controller and GreenStar Rate Controller Dry, utilize a Generation 4 Display USB port. John Deere dealers can also utilize Service ADVISOR™. GDC 2.11A was the last software version available through Software Manager. GDC 2.20A has been available since spring 2015 and contains diagnostic language updates. This software can only be obtained through Service ADVISOR.

John Deere Rate Controller 2000

The Generation 4 Displays and John Deere Rate Controller 2000 can support documentation and control up to five operations. ISO controllers such as SeedStar or TruSet can be used alongside a John Deere Rate Controller 2000 that is documenting additional operations. The John Deere Rate Controller 2000 will not control the planter clutches or half-, third-, or quarter-width disconnects on a John Deere planter.

AutoTrac™ Vision

AutoTrac Vision Guidance Camera 19-1 software 4.01L is only compatible with RowGuidance 3 Controller software AKK15783F and GreenStar 3 2630 17-1 software 3.34.1345 or newer and Generation 4 18-1 software 10.10.404-345 or newer. 

AutoTrac Universal 200, AutoTrac Universal 300, and AutoTrac Controller

AutoTrac Universal 200, AutoTrac Universal 300, and AutoTrac Controllers are for use with the 4640 Universal Display and 4240 Universal Display. Please see a John Deere dealer for exact model compatibility.

ISOBUS implements

Generation 4 Displays are compatible with one Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF) certified ISOBUS implement; AEF-certified ISOBUS implements with Task Controller Section Control (TC-SC) functionality and AEF certification for TC-SC include sprayers, fertilizer spreaders, planters, seeders, manure applicators, etc. For third-party FMIS compatibility, reference the John Deere Operations Center.

A software update performed by an authorized ISOBUS implement dealer may be required to obtain compatible software. ISOBUS implements must be certified through the Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF) to be recognized by the Generation 4 CommandCenter display. Visit www.aef-online.org for more information; visit www.aef-isobus-database.org for an active list of compatible implements.

ISOBUS implements with VT4 are now supported by Generation 4 Displays. Generation 4 Displays still support older VT versions (example: VT2 and VT3). If an implement is not loading after updating to Generation 4 software update 2017-2 (or newer on 4600 CommandCenter v2 processors), it is recommended that the implement manufacturer be contacted to get a software version that is either VT3 or VT4.

Extended monitor

When using an extended monitor with equipment visualized in ISOBUS VT Viewer and applying VT run page modules to two run pages shown at the same time, the extended monitor’s VT modules will not update. To mitigate this, only view VT modules on one run page at a time.

Implements without controllers

Implements without controllers can be documented as a stand-alone operation or with a rate controller from John Deere. Additionally, multiple implements without controllers cannot be documented together.

AutoTrac Implement Guidance (passive)

AutoTrac Implement Guidance is compatible with SeedStar 3HP, SeedStar 2 and SeedStar XP.

AutoTrac Implement Guidance is compatible with C850 Tow-Behind Air Carts with software update 18-2.

AutoTrac Implement Guidance is not compatible with the SeedStar 4 HP planters.

AutoTrac Implement Guidance is not compatible on 4240 Universal Displays for shared signal applications.

AutoTrac Turn Automation

To use the AutoTrac Turn Automation application, specific compatibility is required. AutoTrac Turn Automation is compatible with the following machines:

• 8030 Series Tractors
• 9030 Series Tractors (if equipped with PowerShift™ transmission)
• Model year 2012 and newer 6R Tractors (if equipped with Infinitely Variable Transmission [IVT™] and ITEC™ functionality)
• Model year 2011 and newer 7R Tractors (if equipped with CommandQuad™ transmission, e23™ PowerShift transmission, or IVT)
• Model year 2010 and newer 8R/RT Tractors
• Model year 2012 and newer 9R/RT/RX Tractors

NOTE: Integrated tractor IMS must be turned off on 30-Series Tractors to use AutoTrac Turn Automation on the Generation 4. Integrated Tractor iTEC must be turned off on the following tractors to use AutoTrac Turn Automation on the Generation 4:

• Model year 2012-2014 6R
• Model year 2011-2013 7R
• Model year 2010-2013 8R
• Model year 2012-2014 9R

NOTE: If instead an operator chooses to use the machine’s integrated IMS/iTEC functionality, then AutoTrac Turn Automation and iTEC must be turned off in the Generation 4 Universal Display.

AutoTrac Turn Automation is compatible with SeedStar 3HP, SeedStar 2 and SeedStar XP.

AutoTrac Turn Automation is NOT compatible with SeedStar 4HP planters.

Distance Trip documentation

A UCC2 Application Controller 1100 with 19-2 software running on a 4600 CommandCenter v2 server enables documentation of field operations. If a UCC2 replaces a UCC1 Application Controller 1100 on a CommandCenter v1 server, documentation is not available. Refer to Tech Manual Bulletin 137919 to determine server type.

Camera compatibility

Voyager® cameras are supported on Generation 4 Displays. All other camera types are not supported.

Non-John Deere Precision Ag

4600 CommandCenter v2 and the 4640 Universal Display are compatible with the following RS-232 configurations with software update 18-2 and newer:

• GPS receivers with serial port connection
  • Will not enable AutoTrac guidance functionality
• Raven RS-232 control units (440, 450, or 660) on tractors configured as implement-based applications
• Generation 4 displays are not compatible with the DN345 Drawn Dry Spreader at this time.

Machine Communication Radio (MCR)

Generation 4 displays are not compatible with MCR.

APEX™ software

• Generation 4 display work data is not compatible with and cannot be viewed in APEX software.
• USB files including pre-assigned APEX tasks and iTEC™ Pro sequences will not import into Generation 4 displays.

NOTE: Gen 4 data is only compatible with the John Deere Operations Center. All Gen 4 activations are machine specific and cannot be transferred to a different machine. If not using WDT, an 8- to 32-GB USB is required to transfer data to and from the Gen 4 Display. Implement settings are display specific and cannot be imported or exported from the Gen 4 Display.

RAM is a trademark of National Products Inc. Hagie is a trademark of Hagie Manufacturing Company, LLC and similar to John Deere branded equipment, John Deere will support Hagie equipment. Reichhardt is a trademark of Reichhardt GmbH Steuerungstechnik. iOS is a trademark of Cisco Technology, Inc. used under license by Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. Voyager is a trademark of ASA Electronics, LLC.