Pull-type dry box spreader with two product bins

The GreenStar™ Rate Controller Dry provides the ability for the GreenStar 3 2630, CommandCenter™ 4600/4200 and Universal 4640/4240 Displays to integrate with self-propelled and pull-type dry box spinner spreaders. The GreenStar Rate Controller Dry eliminates the need of a separate third-party controller to operate the dry box equipment and reduces clutter in the cab.

The equipment configuration, product setup, calibrations, and operation are integrated by the controller onto the GreenStar 3 2630, CommandCenter 4600/4200 and Universal 4640/4240 Displays. This integration provides customers and agricultural service providers the ability to use their Precision Ag Technology products for guidance and control of dry product applications.

John Deere Section Control on the GreenStar™ 3 2630 Display

The GreenStar Rate Controller Dry is compatible with John Deere Section Control to minimize overlaps, reduce input costs, and decrease operator fatigue. With John Deere Section Control enabled, the GreenStar 3 2630, CommandCenter 4600/4200 and Universal 4640/4240 Displays will automatically shut off the product metering systems when the machine travels into an area that has previously been applied or defined by interior/exterior boundaries. 

The GreenStar Rate Controller Dry supports the documentation of up to four product applications on the GreenStar 3 2630 Display five products on the CommandCenter 4600 or Universal 4640 displays. They can also be configured to run map-based prescriptions for variable rate applications. The GreenStar Rate Controller Dry is able to run a separate prescription for each of the product applications simultaneously.

Example of a single-tank air cart controlled by the GreenStar™ Rate Controller Dry

The GreenStar Rate Controller Dry is compatible with competitive multi-tank air carts. The Rate Controller Dry can now be configured as an air cart implement type and eliminates the need for a third-party controller. GreenStar Rate Controller Dry is capable of controlling up to four tanks and monitors up to two fans. The GreenStar 3 2630, CommandCenter 4600/4200 or Universal 4640/4240 Displays then serves as the operator interface that controls the product application with the air cart.

This document lists all the compatible equipment approved with the latest GenOS software  and is subject to change with newer software updates. To ensure complete and proper compatibility, the most current version of implement control unit software, G5 or Generation 4 display software, and compatible farm management information software (FMIS) should be used. Non-current software versions will require an update before support can be provided.

Similarly, unapproved software version configurations will not be supported. Please note that the 17-2 software release was the last update  that was compatible with 4600 CommandCenter™ displays with v1 processors. All software released after 17-2 are not compatible with 4600 CommandCenter display with v1 processors, these updates are compatible with like displays with v2 processors.

Server serial numbers are as follows:

• v1 = RWG prefix
• v2 = PCG prefix

Machine compatibility

John Deere Large Ag Tractors

*NOTE: For latest Precision Ag functionality, update machines equipped from the factory with v1 processor to v2.

John Deere Nutrient Applicators

John Deere Self-Propelled Sprayers

*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: Multi-rank section control are not supported on Hagie at this time.

NOTE: VIN detection on Hagie Sprayers is only supported on model year 2019 and newer machines.

NOTE: 22-2 and newer software allows the Gen 4 4640 Universal Display to control the Hagie/Montag Fortifier configuration.

**NOTE: The 4640 Universal Display will replace the GreenStar 3 2630 Display on the armrest. Dual display with the GreenStar 3 2630 Display is not supported with sprayers. The 4640 Universal Display does not use the external display navigation buttons located on the armrest, so these buttons are disabled in this configuration.

John Deere Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters (SPFH)

NOTE: When adding the 4640 Universal Display to a John Deere SPFH, it will only be compatible as a precision ag display and is installed on the side rail.

John Deere Combines

NOTE: Competitive equipment may be compatible with 4640 Universal Display and 4240 Universal Display.

*NOTE: When adding the 4640 Universal Display to a John Deere combine, it will only be compatible as a cornerpost precision ag display.

NOTE: RowSense™ sensor voltage readings and sensor offsets are displayed on Original GreenStar Monitor emulator on 50, 60, and 70 Series Combines.

John Deere Cotton Harvesters

NOTE: Update cab controller software to the latest version on model year 2017 and newer cotton harvesters to use Harvest Identification, Cotton Pro.

NOTE: When adding the 4640 Universal Display to a John Deere Cotton Harvester, it will only be compatible as a cornerpost precision ag display.

John Deere Self-Propelled Windrowers

NOTE: When adding the 4640 Universal Display to a John Deere self-propelled windrower, it will only be compatible as a cornerpost precision ag display.

*NOTE: For 22-2, a virtual windrower option is available to support W110 to W170 Self-Propelled Windrowers. VIN detection is not available on these machines.

NOTE: 24-1 Gen OS Software introduces AutoPath compatibility to the following windrower models: W235 and W260 MY14 and newer machines. model year 2022 and newer machines.

John Deere Gators

NOTE: John Deere Gators with 24-1 or later GenOS software are AutoPath™ capable.

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 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.

Service ADVISOR™ 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.

*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 C650 and C850 Air Carts and N500C Seeder are not supported with a GreenStar 3 2630 Display. Additionally, tow-behind C850 Air Carts are compatible with (passive) AutoTrac™ Implement Guidance (ATIG)  with software update 18-2 and newer, and hydraulically-driven tow-between air carts are compatible with ATIG and Autotrac Turn Automation with software update 24-2 and newer.

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

John Deere Tillage

*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 Large Square Balers

Precision Ag Technology software compatibility

*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)

John Deere Operations Center™ application

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 Dry

GreenStar Rate Controller Dry (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 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 is only compatible with Generation 4 18-1 software 10.10.404-345 or newer. 


ISOBUS implements

Generation 4 and G5 displays support two Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF) certified ISOBUS control units. The use of two ISOBUS control units is limited to the configuration of one front and one rear implement. The use of multiple ISOBUS control units as rear implements is not supported. Generation 4 displays support 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 G5 and 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.

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.

AutoPath

AutoPath is compatible with G5 displays, Gen 4 4600 CommandCenter (v2 server) and 4640 Universal Displays. AutoPath (rows) (20-3 and later software) requires specific row data documentation (that is gathered during the first field operation of the year), using an implement mounted StarFire Receiver equipped with SF3 or higher correction signal. Shared signal is compatible.

For more information on AutoPath functionality and requirements, please refer to the AutoPath Sales Manual.

AutoTrac Implement Guidance (Passive)

• AutoTrac Implement Guidance is compatible with SeedStar 5HP, SeedStar 4HP, SeedStar 3 HP, SeedStar 2, and SeedStar XP.
• AutoTrac Implement Guidance is compatible with N500C seeding tools, 1990CCS Seeders as well as 1910, C650, and C850 Tow-Behind Air Carts.
• AutoTrac Implement Guidance is compatible with C Series and hydraulically driven 1910 Tow-Between Air Carts. (ATIG is NOT compatible with ground-driven Tow-Between Air Carts)

Important Notes:

• Tow-Between Air Carts are compatible with the following track types:
  • Straight tracks
  • AB Curve tracks
  • AutoPath (rows) and (boundaries) tracks
• Tow-Between Air Carts are NOT compatible with the following track types:
  • Boundary tracks
  • Adaptive curve tracks

AutoTrac Turn Automation

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 2012 and newer John Deere 6R Tractors (with direct drive transmission (non IVT))
  • This 6R tractor model is not compatible with speed automation but can utilize automated turn and iTEC functionality (23-3 software or newer required).
  • 6M, 6020 and 6030 John Deere Tractors are NOT compatible with ATTA.
• Model year 2011 and newer 7R Tractors (if equipped with CommandQuad™ transmission (CQT), 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 G5 or Gen 4 display. Integrated Tractor iTEC must be turned off on the following tractors to use AutoTrac Turn Automation on the G5 or Gen 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 Gen 4  or G5 Display.

AutoTrac Turn Automation is compatible with the following implements:

• SeedStar 5HP, SeedStar 4 HP, SeedStar 3 HP, SeedStar 2, and SeedStar XP planters, 1990CCS Seeders, and 1910, C650, C850 Tow-Behind Air Carts, C Series Tow-Between Air Carts, and 1910 hydraulically driven Tow-Between Air Carts.
• See the "Additional Information" section of DTAC solution 115995 for more information.

AutoTrac Turn Automation is NOT compatible with the following implements and implement configurations:

• Front-mounted implements
• Multiple implements pulled in a series where the equipment doing the work  is not connected directly to the tractor, with the exception of Tow-Between Air Carts

For more information on AutoTrac Turn Automation functionality and requirements, please refer to the Sales Manual.

Machine Sync

Supported leader platforms

• Combine:
• X Series Combines, S Series Combines, W Series Combines, T Series Combines, 70/60/50 Series Combines
• Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters
• 9000 Series and 8000 Series
• John Deere Tractors
• All models outlined in the follower platform section below.

Supported follower platforms

• John Deere tractors (wheeled models)
• 6R with Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT™) (iTEC™ functionality required)
• 7R with CommandQuad™ Eco transmission, e23™ transmission, and IVT
• 8030 with PowerShift™ transmission and IVT
• 8R with PowerShift, IVT, and e23 transmission
• 9030 with PowerShift transmission
• 9R with PowerShift transmission with Efficiency Manager™ feature
• John Deere tractors (tracked models)
• 8RT/8RX with PowerShift, IVT, and e23 transmission
• 9RT/9RX with PowerShift transmission with Efficiency Manager feature
• NOTE: John Deere 8030T and 9030T models are not compatible with Machine Sync.

Machine Sync is supported on G5/G5^Plus Universal or CommandCenter Displays, Gen 4 4600 CommandCenter Displays, and Gen 4 4640 Universal Displays. G5 and Gen 4 configurations will work with one another. I.E., an X9 Combine is equipped with a G5 ^Plus Display, and its grain cart tractor is equipped with a Gen 4 display will work together in a Machine Sync setting.

All machines (leaders and followers) running Machine Sync must be equipped with High Connectivity Machine Sync antennas. This will yield the best performance and connection between the two machines when unloading harvested crops on the go. (Part # BPF12469)

We recommend the leader has a higher or equal correction signal to the follower. Starting May of 2024, StarFire 3000 Receiver software updates and fixes will no longer be available, therefore, this receiver will no longer be compatible with Machine Sync. The configuration will not be blocked, however, support will be discontinued in the event an issue arises.

Idle Reasons

Idle Reasons is available with the following activations/subscriptions: Premium 3.0, Automation 4.0 or G5 Advanced with 24-1 or later software.

Reprogramming UCC2 Application Controllers

4600 CommandCenter v1 does not support reprogramming on the UCC2 version of Application Controller. Service ADVISOR or compatible displays may be used.

Distance Trip documentation/Yield Documentation, Specialty Crop

A UCC2 Application Controller with 19-2 software or newer, running on a 4600 CommandCenter v2 server enables documentation of field operations. If a UCC2 replaces a UCC1 Application Controller on a CommandCenter v1 server, documentation is not available.

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:

• Global positioning system (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.

4600 CommandCenter v2 and the 4640 Universal Display are compatible with the following RS-232 configurations with software update 20-3 and newer:

• Yara N-Sensor
• Fritzmeier
• Trimble® GreenSeeker®
• LH 5000

Machine Communication Radio (MCR)

Generation 4 displays are not compatible with MCR.

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. Montag is a trademark of Montag Manufacturing, Inc. Hagie is a trademark of Hagie Manufacturing Company 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. Trimble and GreenSeeker are trademarks of Trimble, Inc.