Connecting Third-Party Controllers

IMPORTANT: When connecting with a Rawson controller, turn main switch to Off before leaving machine or performing maintenance.

NOTE: Third-party controllers are controllers using RS232 connection (Field Doc™ Connect) and ISOBUS-compliant controllers supporting Task Controller functionality.

Visit deere.com for list of third-party compatible controllers.

Data from third-party controllers can be recorded directly from the following controllers:

NOTE: Go to deere.com to find the latest information about approved platforms.

• Raven 440, 450, 460, 660
• SideKick
• GreenSeeker and YARA N-Sensor
• Rawson Accu-Rate and Accu-Plant
• New Leader Mark III and Mark IV
• Dickey-John Seed Manager
• Vanguard PIC Seed Monitor
• ISOBUS Implement with Task Controller enabled

System records actual rate, implement width, and global positioning system (GPS) recording status (implement switch not required) directly from Field Doc™ Connect controller.

Task Controller records all data implements can supply.

Rawson, Raven, and New Leader controllers are also capable of accepting prescriptions from the GreenStar™ 3 2630 Display (see the Map Based Prescriptions section for more information).

To set up a Field Doc™ Connect controller:

NOTE: Purchase the harness PF90363 and follow the included instructions for connecting the controller to the display.

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   Resources Softkey

   
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   Equipment Softkey

   
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   Next Button

   
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   ENTER Button

   Choose a Client, Farm, Field, and Task in the Resources softkey.

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2. Press the Equipment button.

3. Press the COM Port button.

4. Select manufacturer, model, and COM Port. Communication Status shows active when data is being sent on selected Communication Port, and inactive when controller is disconnected or not communicating.

5. Press Next button.

6. If using a Rawson or New Leader Controller, operator must also enter Mid-point and Step Size.

7. Press Enter button to finish.