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John Deere RTK Radio 450

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

John Deere RTK Radio 450

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 Introduction
Foreword John Deere Technical Information
THANK YOU for purchasing a John Deere product. Bookstore
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate Product functionality may not be fully represented in this
and service your product correctly. Failure to do so could document due to product changes occurring after the
result in personal injury or equipment damage. This time of printing. Read the latest Operator’s Manual prior
manual and safety signs on your product may also be to operation. To obtain a copy, see your dealer or visit
available in other languages. (See your John Deere www.deere.com and use the ‘Search for Agricultural
dealer to order.) Equipment Operator’s Manuals’ link to locate the John
Deere Technical Information Bookstore.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a
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permanent part of your product and should remain with
the product when you sell it.
MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both
metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only
Read This Manual
correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch IMPORTANT: Displays are not weather-proof and
fasteners may require a specific metric or inch wrench. should only be used on machines equipped
RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined with a cab. Improper use may void warranty.
by facing in the direction the machine or implement will
travel when going forward. Before operating display or software, familiarize
yourself with components and procedures required
WRITE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (P.I. for safe and proper operation.
N.) in the Operator’s Manual. Accurately record all the
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numbers to help in tracing the product should it be
stolen. Your dealer also needs these numbers when you
order parts. File a backup of the identification numbers
in a safe location off the machine or away from the
product.
WARRANTY is provided as part of John Deere's support
program for customers who operate and maintain their
equipment as described in this manual. The warranty is
explained on the warranty certificate or statement which
you should have received from your dealer.
This warranty provides you the assurance that John
Deere will back its products where defects appear within
the warranty period. In some circumstances, John
Deere also provides field improvements, often without
charge to the customer, even if the product is out of
warranty. Should the equipment be abused, or modified
to change its performance beyond the original factory
specifications, the warranty will become void and field
improvements may be denied.
If you are not the original owner of this product, it is in
your interest to contact your local John Deere dealer to
inform them of this unit's serial number. This will help
John Deere notify you of any issues or product
improvements.

Serial Number:

JS56696,0000C4C-19-03FEB17
 Contents
Page Page

Safety Specifications
Recognize Safety Information .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-1 RTK Radio 450 Specifications .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. 90-1
Understand Signal Words .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-1 450 MHz Amplifier Specifications .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. 90-1
Follow Safety Instructions .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-1 RTK Radio 450 Antenna Specifications .. .. .. .. .. .. 90-1
Practice Safe Maintenance . .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-2
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly . .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-2
Handle Electronic Components and Brackets
Safely ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-2
Use Electronic Display Properly . ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-2
Prevent Electrical Shock and Fires . .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-3
Avoid Exposure to High Radio Frequency
Fields ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-3
Avoid Electrical Power Lines . .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-4
Avoid Electrical Power Lines . .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 05-4

Safety Labels
Antenna – Text Label ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 10-1
Antenna – Text-Free Label . .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 10-2
Text Label . .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 10-3
Text-Free Labels .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 10-3

Regulatory and Compliance Information

Country Use Restrictions . .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-1
Licensing of John Deere RTK Radio 450 . .. .. ... .. 20-1
Set Radio Power to Meet Licensed ERP .. .. .. ... .. 20-1
UNITED STATES . .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-1
CANADA ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-2
Paraguay Dealer .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-2
Vietnam–Declaration of Conformity .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-2
Identify Date Code . .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-2
Customs Union–EAC ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-3
Thailand—Declaration of Conformity . .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-4
EU Declaration of Conformity .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 20-5

System Overview
Theory of Operation .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 30-1

Component Overview
Components . .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 40-1

Setting Up–Configuring RTK Radio 450

Select StarFire™ Main Page . .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 60-1
Activate RTK .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 60-1
Configure RTK .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 60-1
Set Absolute Base Location .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 60-2

Troubleshooting
View RTK Readings .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 80-1
Radio Self Test . .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 80-1
Diagnostic LEDs .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. 80-3

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 © 2018
DEERE & COMPANY
Moline, Illinois
All rights reserved.

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 Safety
Recognize Safety Information Follow Safety Instructions

T81389—UN—28JUN13 TS201—UN—15APR13
This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on
on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in good
potential for personal injury. condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating include the current safety signs. Replacement safety
practices. signs are available from your John Deere dealer.
DX,ALERT-19-29SEP98
There can be additional safety information contained on
parts and components sourced from suppliers that is not
reproduced in this operator's manual.
Understand Signal Words
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.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and
need assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.
DX,READ-19-16JUN09

TS187—19—30SEP88
DANGER; The signal word DANGER indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING; The signal word WARNING indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION; The signal word CAUTION indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury. CAUTION may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices associated with events
which could lead to personal injury.
A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—is
used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies
the most serious hazards. DANGER or WARNING
safety signs are located near specific hazards. General
precautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs.
CAUTION also calls attention to safety messages in this
manual.
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 Safety

Practice Safe Maintenance Use Steps and Handholds Correctly

T133468—UN—15APR13
Prevent falls by facing the machine when getting on and
off. Maintain 3-point contact with steps, handholds, and
handrails.
Use extra care when mud, snow, or moisture present
slippery conditions. Keep steps clean and free of grease
or oil. Never jump when exiting machine. Never mount
or dismount a moving machine.
DX,WW,MOUNT-19-12OCT11

Handle Electronic Components and

Brackets Safely

TS218—UN—23AUG88
Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep
area clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is
moving. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from
power-driven parts. Disengage all power and operate
controls to relieve pressure. Lower equipment to the
ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow
machine to cool.
TS249—UN—23AUG88
Securely support any machine elements that must be Falling while installing or removing electronic
raised for service work. components mounted on equipment can cause serious
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. injury. Use a ladder or platform to easily reach each
Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. mounting location. Use sturdy and secure footholds and
Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris. handholds. Do not install or remove components in wet
or icy conditions.
On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground
cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical If installing or servicing a RTK base station on a tower or
systems or welding on machine. other tall structure, use a certified climber.

On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses If installing or servicing a global positioning receiver
from tractor before servicing electrical system mast used on an implement, use proper lifting
components or welding on machine. techniques and wear proper protective equipment. The
mast is heavy and can be awkward to handle. Two
Falling while cleaning or working at height can cause people are required when mounting locations are not
serious injury. Use a ladder or platform to easily reach accessible from the ground or from a service platform.
each location. Use sturdy and secure footholds and
DX,WW,RECEIVER-19-24AUG10
handholds.
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Use Electronic Display Properly

Electronic Displays are secondary devices intended to

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 Safety

aid the operator in performing field operations, increase short circuit occurs. Electrical short circuits can reach
comfort and provide entertainment. Displays can offer a temperatures high enough to burn people, or ignite or
wide range of functionality, are used in many different melt common materials.
machine system applications and can be used with other
To prevent injury from electrical shock, burns, or
secondary devices such as handheld electronic devices.
potential fire hazards, always disconnect battery power
A secondary device is any device that is not required to or other electric power source on equipment before
operate your machine for its primary use. The operator installing or servicing:
is always responsible for safe operation and control of
● Remove ground (negative terminal [-]) battery clamp.
the machine.
● Detach and remove battery.
To prevent injury while operating the machine:
● Switch off main battery or other electric power
● Position the display according to the installation source.
instructions. Ensure the device is secured and does ● Unplug electric power source from equipment.
not obstruct the driver’s view or interfere with the
machine operating controls.
If installing with the power amplifier option, use a 14
● Do not become distracted by the display. Stay alert.
AWG heavy-duty electrical cord with 15 amp rating
Pay attention to the machine and surrounding
suitable for outdoor use.
environment.
● Do not change settings or access any functions that Understand and follow all local codes and regulations
require prolonged use of the display controls while when installing electrical equipment.
machine is moving. Stop the machine in a safe RW00482,00002E0-19-28APR14
location and place in park position before attempting
such operations.
● Never set the volume so high that you cannot hear Avoid Exposure to High Radio Frequency
outside traffic and emergency vehicles.
Fields
To promote safe operation, certain functions of displays
may be disabled unless the machine movement is
restricted and/or has been placed in the park position.
Overriding this safety feature may violate applicable law
and can result in damage, serious injury or death.
Only use available display functionality when conditions
permit you to do so safely and in accordance with
instructions provided. Always observe safe driving rules,
state or local laws and traffic regulations when using any
secondary device. PC12632—UN—04JUN10
Prevent injury from exposure to high radio frequency
RR94114,0001FFA-19-18DEC14
fields at an RTK base station. Do not touch the antenna
while the system is transmitting. Always disconnect
power to the receiver, radio, and amplifier before
Prevent Electrical Shock and Fires installing or servicing.
While the RTK base station amplifier and radio are
operating together, stay at least 3.6 m (12 ft.) away
from the base antenna. The minimum separation
distance 23cm.

While using the base station radio without the amplifier

option, stay at least 40 cm (16 in.) away from the radio
antenna. JS56696,0000A46-19-27JUL11

PC12631—UN—04JUN10
Battery-powered equipment or other electric power
sources produce an electrical shock, sparks, or arcs if a

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 Safety

Avoid Electrical Power Lines

PUPC000036—UN—09DEC09
Watch for wires. Do not install the base antenna near
power lines. It may come into contact with low-hanging
electrical cables. This would result in the installer
suffering serious injury or death from electrocution.
JS56696,00008AC-19-03JUN10

Avoid Electrical Power Lines

PC13658—UN—08NOV11
Machine antenna may be high enough to come in
contact with low-hanging electrical cables. Avoid severe
electrical shock injury:
● Keep away from all low-hanging electrical cables
while operating or transporting machine.
HC94949,0000488-19-24JAN14

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 Safety Labels
Antenna – Text Label

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A—Label, Danger A

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 Safety Labels

Antenna – Text-Free Label

PC19601—UN—30APR14 PC19603—UN—30APR14
A—Label, Danger A

Label A–Danger
Avoid serious injury or death from electrocution. Do not
come into contact with electrical lines.
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 Safety Labels

Text Label

PC18259—UN—07JAN14
A

PC18291—UN—06JAN14

PC18317—UN—17JAN14
B

A—Label, Receiver Movement

B—Label, Operator’s Manual

Label A–Warning
PC18408—19—24JAN14
A
Movement of StarFire™ Receiver while connected to
power source could cause unexpected machine
A—Label, Warning movement resulting in serious injury or death.
CZ76372,0000790-19-03MAR17 Label B–Warning
This Operator’s Manual contains important information
necessary for safe machine operation. Carefully
Text-Free Labels observe all safety rules to avoid accidents.
HC94949,0000478-19-10JAN14

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 Regulatory and Compliance Information
Country Use Restrictions to comply with the law. Their intention is to charge a
The John Deere RTK Radio 450 is designed to operate “processing” fee on top of the actual amount that a
on frequency ranges, the exact use of which differs from licensee would pay for renewal. While it is important to
one region and (or) country to another. The user of the not let your license expire, licensees should work
radio modem must take care that the said device is not directly with their local spectrum authority or a certified
operated without permission of the local authorities on frequency coordinator. Internet searches of the
frequencies other than those specifically reserved and companies involved usually identify if the company is
intended for use without a specific permit. (For more relevant.
information, refer to Set Radio Power to Meet Licensed RW00482,000028B-19-04APR14
ERP.)

IMPORTANT: Contact your local radio authorities for

country-specific regulations and licensing. Set Radio Power to Meet Licensed ERP
RTK Radio 450 system is designed to meet a wide
HC94949,0000CEB-19-07FEB18 range of possible configurations. This gives end user the
ability to optimize the system for their specific location
and application. It is the end user’s responsibility to
ensure that RTK Radio 450 system parameters are
Licensing of John Deere RTK Radio 450 configured correctly. Conform frequency, bandwidth,
output power, and antenna height to granted license.
The intent of RTK Radio 450 is to increase the range RTK Radio 450 output power and frequency are
and reliability of the RTK link. RTK Radio 450 uses a programmable. The available ranges are:
licensed band radio. The end user of the licensed band
transmitting radio is responsible for obtaining and
Frequency 435–470 MHz
maintaining a valid site license from the local spectrum
authorities. Each base station and repeater in RTK Frequency Resolution 6.25 kHz
Radio 450 system requires a license. Bandwidth 12.5 kHz
Radio Output Power 0.2–2.0 W
Machine radios in RTK Radio 450 system are not
Amplifier Output Power 5.0–50.0 W
transmitters. Since they only receive corrections from
the base or repeater, RTK Radio 450 machine radios do
not require a site license. Adjust total output power of system to comply with the
granted license. Radio output power is configured using
IMPORTANT: Please contact your local radio GreenStar™ Display. Equivalent Radiated Power (ERP)
authorities or partnering frequency coordinator of radio should be adjusted to ensure that RTK Radio
for region-specific regulations and licensing. 450 total system output power complies with license
granted by local spectrum authority.
An end user can apply for the license by applying HC94949,0000D11-19-14MAR18
directly to the local spectrum authority. An end user can
also apply with the aid of a frequency coordinator. A
frequency coordinator is a private company that has
been certified by the local frequency spectrum authority UNITED STATES
to recommend and aid in the application for a licenses. Federal Communication Commission (FCC)
For a fee, these third-party coordinators will reduce the Notification
complexity and confusion of the application process. These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
However, the final responsibility of the license still Operation is subject to the condition that these devices
resides with the end user. do not cause harmful interference.
Check StellarSupport.com for country-specific These devices must be operated as supplied by John
instructions on how to obtain a site license. Deere Ag Management Solutions. Any changes or
License Renewal Scams modifications made to these devices without the express
After being granted a license for a RTK Radio 450, base written approval of John Deere Ag Management
station operators should be aware of license renewal Solutions may void the user’s authority to operate these
scams. Spectrum licenses are public record. Other devices.
companies can retrieve licensee information and mail 450 MHz RTK
current license holders offers to prepare applications for
license renewal. The letters contain warnings that there This equipment has been tested and found to comply
will be monetary penalties if the licensee does not with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
comply. These companies are not affiliated with part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
government spectrum authorities. They are taking
advantage of the public record and the licensee’s desire GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company

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 Regulatory and Compliance Information

provide reasonable protection against harmful Vietnam–Declaration of Conformity

interference in a residential installation. This equipment This product complies with Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency regulating the allowable limits for hazardous substances
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with in electronic and electric products.
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, no guarantee shall be made HC94949,0000BAE-19-13JUN17

that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined Identify Date Code
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
● Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or
television technician for help.

The installer of this device should ensure that radio

frequency (RF) radiation is compliant to the PC17568—UN—16AUG13
requirements set forth in Code of Federal Regulations Product Label Example
(CFR) 47 Section 2.1091 and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing
RF Exposure from radio frequency devices as defined in
Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
RW00482,0000219-19-04APR14
PC17574—UN—16AUG13
Date Code Example

CANADA A—Date Code (Date of Manufacture)

This Class B digital apparatus meets all the B—Last Two Numbers of Year of Manufacture
C—Week Number of Calendar Year of Manufacture
requirements of the relevant Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment and Radio Equipment Regulations. Use the date code (A) on the product label to identify the
The installer of this device should ensure that radio date of manufacture. “YY" (B) identifies the last two
frequency radiation is not emitted in excess of the numbers of the year of manufacture; “WW” (C) identifies
Health Canada’s requirement. Information can be the week number of calendar year of manufacture.
obtained online on the Health Canada website.
NOTE: The week number of manufacture ranges
RW00482,00002B7-19-27MAR14 between 01-53.

Paraguay Dealer Date Code

YY Last Two Numbers of Example:
Year of Manufacture 11 = 2011
KUROSU & CIA. S.A. 12 = 2012
Ruta Transchaco Km. 18.5 13 = 2013
2040 MARIANO ROQUE ALONSO WW Week Number of Example:
0059521755511 Calendar Year of 01, 02, 03...53
AUTOMOTORES Y MAQUINARIA S.A.E.C.A Manufacture
YEGROS ESQ. F. R. MORENO
00000000 ASUNCION
HC94949,0000342-19-23AUG13
595-21-493-111

HC94949,0000D25-19-19MAR18

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 Regulatory and Compliance Information

Customs Union–EAC

PC24044—UN—07APR17

PC24045—UN—07APR17

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 Regulatory and Compliance Information

PC24046—UN—07APR17
HC94949,0000B5B-19-07APR17

Thailand—Declaration of Conformity

PC22534—UN—20APR16
AE77568,00001CC-19-11APR17

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 Regulatory and Compliance Information

EU Declaration of Conformity
Deere & Company
Moline, Illinois U.S.A.
The undersigned hereby declares that:

Product: John Deere RTK Radio 450

fulfill(s) all relevant provisions and essential requirements of the following directives:

DIRECTIVE NUMBER CERTIFICATION METHOD

Radio and Telecommunications Terminal 1999/5/EC Annex IV (Notified Body)
Equipment Directive (R&TTE)

The product is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents:
EN 60950-1:2006 ETSI EN 300 113-1 V1.6.2
EN 60950-22:2006 ETSI EN 300 113-2 V1.4.2
ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1

Notified body involved:

Nemko AS
Gåsevikveien 8
2027 Kjeller, Norway
Identification mark: 0470

Name and address of the person in the European Community authorized to compile the technical construction file:
Brigitte Birk
John Deere GmbH & Co. KG
Mannheim Regional Center
John Deere Strasse 70
D-68163 Mannheim, Germany

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

Place of Declaration: Kaiserslautern, Germany

Date of Declaration: 18 May 2011 Name: Aaron Senneff
Manufacturing Unit: John Deere Intelligent Solutions Group Title: Engineering Manager, John Deere Intelligent
Solutions Group

DXCE01—UN—28APR09
HC94949,0000B19-19-07APR17

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 System Overview
Theory of Operation
NOTE: RTK Radio 450 systems are not compatible with
systems that operate outside of the 450 MHz
frequency range.

RTK Radio 450 system delivers 2.5 cm (1 in) repeatable

accuracy. RTK accuracy is expressed as an absolute
value (without + or -) because RTK performance is not
subject to satellite drift over time. RTK Radio 450 system
consists of a local base station that transmits high
accuracy corrections to a machine that has a StarFire™
Receiver equipped with RTK Radio 450. An optional
amplifier may be used to boost the base station signal.
Contact your John Deere dealer for availability and
certification in your country. Ensure that RTK radio on
machine has a direct line of sight with base station or
repeater to receive the RTK signal. Transmission power
and wavelength of RTK Radio 450 aids in transmission
through trees and foliage. It cannot penetrate through
earth in hilly terrains.
Performance of RTK correction is related to operating
distance from base station. RTK signal accuracy
degrades and takes longer to acquire when operating
beyond 20 km (12 mi).
HC94949,0000CEC-19-03APR18

StarFire is a trademark of Deere & Company

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 Component Overview
Components your John Deere dealer for more information on
components and setup.
IMPORTANT: Install antenna before radio is powered
ON. Powering radio without an antenna may Base station amplifier strengthens base station signal.
cause permanent damage. (Not available in all locations.)
(Refer to component Installation Instructions, Operator’s
RTK Radio 450 system includes the following hardware Manual, and (or) contact your John Deere dealer for
components: more information on a specific component.)
Base Station HC94949,0000CED-19-06FEB18

GreenStar™ Display is used to set up radio and can be

removed after setup.
StarFire™ Receiver uses global positioning system
(GPS), global navigation satellite system (GLONASS),
and correction satellites to calculate accurate machine
position.
To configure the RTK radio, the StarFire™ Receiver
must acquire SF1 signal to determine its location. The
GPS position is used to ensure the receiver follows local
governmental regulations for using RTK radio
communications.
RTK Radio 450 transmits correction signals to machine
for accurate positioning.
Radio antenna transmits signal for radio.
● Standard antenna
● High gain antenna

Power source converts AC power to DC power.

NOTE: If power loss or interruption occurs, verify base

station settings. Ensure that operating mode and
position (latitude, longitude, and height) have not
changed before resuming use of RTK signal.
Battery maintainer may need to be reset.

Machine
GreenStar™ Display is used to set up radio.
StarFire™ Receiver uses GPS, GLONASS, and
correction satellites to calculate accurate machine
position.
RTK Radio 450 receives correction signals from base
station or repeater. Machine radio does not transmit
signal.
Radio antenna receives signal for radio.
● Standard antenna
● High gain antenna

Optional Components
RTK Radio 450 repeater receives signal from base
station radio and resends it to machine radio. Contact

GreenStar is a trademark of Deere & Company

StarFire is a trademark of Deere & Company

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 Setting Up–Configuring RTK Radio 450
Select StarFire™ Main Page
RTK functions are available from StarFire™ Main page.
Activate and configure RTK Radio 450 before operating.

PC8663—UN—29APR15
Menu Button

1. Select Menu button. PC23753—UN—20FEB17

Activation Code Popup

A—Activations Entry Boxes

B—Accept Button

3. Enter activations code (A).

PC21222—UN—02JUN15 4. Select Accept (B).
StarFire™ Receiver Button
HC94949,0000CEF-19-06FEB18

2. Select StarFire™ Receiver button.

HC94949,0000CEE-19-06FEB18
Configure RTK
IMPORTANT: Anytime radio is configured or
Activate RTK changed, cycle power at GPS receiver before
continuing.
RTK Radio 450 must be activated before it can be used.
NOTE: To configure RTK radio, StarFire™ 3000 and
StarFire™ 6000 Receivers must have GPS and
SF1 signal.
PC21311—UN—02JUL15
Activations Tab

1. Select Activations tab.

PC18498—UN—05NOV14
RTK Softkey

1. Select RTK softkey.

PC18499—UN—05NOV14
PC25308—UN—05FEB18 Configure Button
Enter Activations Code Button

2. Select Configure button.

2. Select Enter Activations Code (A).

StarFire is a trademark of Deere & Company

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 Setting Up–Configuring RTK Radio 450

NOTE: Base station and machine must be set up with

same Frequency and Network ID (B).

4. Enter Network ID.

IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of end user to

ensure that radio frequency and power settings
are consistent with local regulations and
licensing.

5. Enter Radio Frequency (C).

6. For base station operating modes:
● Select Power from drop-down (D).
● If there is a repeater in network, select checkbox
(E).

7. Select Enter button (F).

PC18504—UN—25FEB14
Configure RTK Network

A—Operating Mode Drop-Down Menu

B—Network ID Entry Box
C—Radio Frequency Entry Box
D—Power Drop-Down Menu
E—Repeater in Network Checkbox
F—Enter Button

3. Select Operating Mode from drop-down menu (A).

● Vehicle – Use this mode for machine to receive
signal corrections from base station or repeater.
● Quick Survey Base – Use this mode to test
functionality without performing a 24-hour
Absolute Base survey–for example, when
temporary field work does not need long-term
repeatability or field areas are small. The tripod
PC18505—UN—25FEB14
can be set up for localized coverage and moved Changing Network Settings
after completing the operation. This mode allows
rapid deployment of an RTK solution and A—Cancel Button
transmits corrections quickly. Usage of Quick B—Enter Button
Survey mode is only permitted at dedicated
location as stated by license agreement. Changing Network Settings popup asks user to confirm
● Absolute Base – Use this mode when that radio settings are consistent with local licensing
repeatability is a concern. For example, when a requirements. If setup information does not match local
secure RTK network and seasonal RTK coverage licensing requirement, select Cancel (A) and enter
are required. Receiver must be mounted to a fixed correct information. If setup information is correct and
position, like a building or post mounted in meets local licensing requirements, select Enter (B). It
concrete. This mode requires a 24-hour self- can take up to 2 minutes for radio to configure.
survey conducted on location before first use. This HC94949,0000CF0-19-03APR18
survey averages short-term anomalies. After
survey is completed, base station starts
transmitting corrections. Since an Absolute Base
Station does not experience GPS drift, guidance Set Absolute Base Location
lines are repeatable and do not need to be shifted. NOTE: In case of power loss or interruption, verify base
● OFF – Use this mode to disable all RTK station settings. Ensure that operating mode and
functionality in receiver. RTK Operating Mode position (latitude, longitude, and height) has not
must be OFF for normal SF1 or SF2 operation on changed before resuming use of RTK signal.
SF2 licensed receiver.

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Survey RTK Base Location

A—Storage Location Drop-Down Menu

B—Start 24-Hour Survey Button
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RTK Configuration Page 1. Select storage location (A).

A—Start Button
2. Position StarFire™ Receiver.
3. Press start survey button (B).
Once Absolute Base is configured, conduct a 24-hour
survey or manually enter base location information from 4. Wait 24 hours (display can be disconnected).
previous survey. Select Edit stored RTK Base Start
5. Base station location automatically saves at end of
button (A).
24-hour survey.
Edit RTK Base Location – 24-Hour Survey
Edit RTK Base Location – Manual Entry
Ensure receiver is mounted in exact same position as
previous survey. Enter previously recorded 24-hour
survey results.

NOTE: Do not enter values other than locations

calculated using the 24-hour survey.

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Edit RTK Base Location

A—RTK Base Location Start Button

Select Survey RTK Base Location Start button (A). Read

and follow steps in popup. Once survey is started, a 24-
hour countdown displays on RTK Configuration page.
Once survey is complete, record and store base location PC18507—UN—26FEB14
survey results at a separate location for future reference. Edit RTK Base Location

Survey RTK Base Location A—Base Location Drop-Down Menu

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B—Base Latitude
C—Base Longitude
D—Base Altitude
E—Accept Button

1. Select Base Location from drop-down menu (A).

2. Enter Base Latitude (B).
3. Enter Base Longitude (C).
4. Enter Base Altitude (D).
5. Select Accept (E).
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View RTK Readings Radio Self Test
To view RTK readings: Results of last performed test are displayed on Radio
Self Test page. Run Radio Self Test to display current
values.

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Diagnostics Softkey
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1. Select Diagnostics softkey. Diagnostics Softkey

1. Select Diagnostics softkey.

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StarFire™ Diagnostics – Readings
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A—Readings Tab StarFire Diagnostics – Radio Self Test Tab
B—Readings Drop-Down Menu
A—Radio Self Test Tab
2. Select Reading tab (A). B—Radio Self Test Start Button
3. Select RTK from drop-down menu (B). 2. Select Radio Self Test tab (A).
The following RTK readings are displayed: 3. Select Radio Self Test Start button (B).
● RTK Software Version No.
● RTK Serial Number
● RTK Status
● RTK Search Time (seconds)
● RTK Satellites in Search (above 10° elevation)
● Frequency Range (MHz)
● Repeaters in Network
● SF2 Fallback Days Remaining
● SF2 Fallback Status
● Transmission Power (Radio Only)
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C—End Button

4. Select End button (C) to stop test.

Radio Self Test Diagnostics
Perform Radio Self Test when installing a new RTK radio
and record values. If an issue arises, run another self
test, and compare values to determine discrepancies.

PC18518—UN—03MAR14
Radio Self Test in Progress Popup

Radio Self Test Diagnostics

Measurement Description Base Station Machine Notes
Number of Updates
Displays 0 if Radio Test has never been
Number of Radio Self Tests 0 or greater 0 or greater
performed.
performed.
Radio Distance (m)
Distance in meters between Accurate when beyond 1.6 km (1 mi.) from base
Invalid reading Varies
linked machine radio and base station.
or repeater radio.
Number of Disconnects
If greater than 2, check base station setup, check
Number of disconnects during Invalid reading 0–2
line of sight, and consider using repeaters.
test.
Radio Temp (°C) If beyond acceptable range, performance may be
-30–60 °C -30–60 °C
Internal radio temperature. impacted.
Less than 30 is
acceptable
Antenna Reflected Power Less than 30 is acceptable. 0–5
0–5 is best. If greater than 30, check antenna, cable, and all
Amount of transmitted power is best. May be invalid with
“- - -” with StarFire™ connections. Consider replacing antenna.
reflected back to transceiver. amplifier.
3000 Receiver is
acceptable.
Transmit Current
Current at base station. If machine has no signal, check power source and
100–750 mA. Invalid reading
Measurement may not be connections.
available.
Average Noise Level Values in Fair or Poor ranges indicate radio
-120– -105: Good -120– -105: Good
Average power of background interference. Values on Display do not show (-)
-105– -95: Fair -105– -95: Fair
noise and interference (- dBm). sign. Check local environment for possible
-95– -80: Poor -95– -80: Poor
Measurement is below 1 mW. sources of interference near radio.
If difference between Average Signal Level and
Average Noise Level is less than 25, check base
-90: Stronger
Average Signal Level station. RF link quality, power output, and receiver
-40: Weaker
Average power of signal sensitivity affect Average Signal Level.
Invalid reading Reading is good if it is
received (- dBm). Measurement Radio receiver sensitivity is -112, which means -87
25 or more above
is below 1 mW. is strongest Average Signal Level where margin of
Average Noise Level
25 applies. Margin of less than 25 may be
acceptable with “Stronger” signal readings.
Measurement is not displayed in test. Value is
Difference Between Signal and
determined by user. If difference between Average
Noise
Invalid reading Greater than 25 Signal Level and Average Noise Level is less than
Average Signal Level minus
25, check base station for transmit issues and
Average Noise Level.
environment for signal interference.
Overall Receive Rate Mid to small networks are typically 10 or fewer
For mid to small-size
Base station signal packets radios. If below acceptable value, check signal,
networks: Greater than
received at machine without noise levels, and line of sight. Value below 15
Invalid reading 75% is acceptable.
retry. As radio traffic increases, indicates weak link. Check base station for
Greater than 85% is
receive levels may decrease. transmit issues. Check local environment for
best.
Radio traffic increases with possible signal interference.

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repeaters enabled and additional

non-base station radios.
StarFire is a trademark of Deere & Company
HC94949,0000B17-19-10MAY17

Diagnostic LEDs Operation Repeater Configuration

Searching Solid Red
Use diagnostic LEDs on RTK radio and in-line amplifier Off
to determine working state of RTK Radio 450 system. Slow Blinking Red
RTK Radio 450 LEDs Connected and Transmitting Solid Green
Fast Blinking Red
Solid Red
Configuring Solid Green
Solid Green
Solid Green

Radio LEDs (Repeater)

Amplifier LEDs

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A—LED Window

After radio is powered, three LEDs in window (A) display

working state of radio.

NOTE: RTK Radio 450 allows up to 6 min. for machine

and base station to connect.

Radio enters configuration mode when parameters are

being read or set, and when diagnostics are being
retrieved. Radio does not transmit or receive
communications while in configure mode.

Operation Base Station Configuration

Searching Base station does not search.
Connected and Transmitting Solid Red
Fast Blinking Red
Off
Configuring Solid Green
Solid Green
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Radio LEDs (Base Station) LEDs are located on side of amplifier.

Power LED indicates amplifier has DC power.
Operation Machine Configuration TX LED indicates RF signal is being actively amplified
Searching Solid Red
and transmitted. Blinking light indicates normal function.
Off
Slow Blinking Red
O/T LED indicates unit has exceeded its internal
temperature limits. When light is on, unit ceases
Connected and Transmitting Solid Green
Off
amplification and waits to cool down to prevent
Solid Red permanent damage.
Configuring Solid Green VSWR LED indicates faulty antenna path. When light is
Solid Green
Solid Green
on, unit ceases amplification. Output power is prevented

Radio LEDs (Machine)

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from reflecting back into amplifier and causing

permanent damage.
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 Specifications
RTK Radio 450 Specifications Operating Temperature -30–60° C
In RF Connector TNC Receptacle
Model Number Country Frequency Range Out RF Connectors N-Type Receptacle
PFA10094 Namibia, 435–447 MHz Power Connector Amphenol® (EcoMate™ C016
Mozambique, 20D003 110 12)
Russia, Tanzania, Amphenol is a trademark of Amphenol Corporation.
Zimbabwe EcoMate is a trademark of Amphenol Corporation.
PFA10095 Ukraine 440–450 MHz
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PFA10096 Azerbaijan, Belarus, 435–470 MHz
Kazakhstan, New
Zealand
PFA10097 Australia, Brazil, 435–470 MHz RTK Radio 450 Antenna Specifications
Canada, Guatemala,
Honduras, NOTE: Pair antenna type with appropriate radio. For
Nicaragua, Panama,
USA example, pair white-striped antenna (450–470
MHz) with RTK Radio 450 that is certified for
frequencies within that range.

Bandwidth 12.5 kHz Always mount radio antenna vertically to make sure
Options RTK signal radiates outwards. An angled antenna
Modulation Level 2 GFSK causes received data to be lower than expected.
RF Baud, 9.6 kbps at L2 RTK Radio 450 (450–470 MHz) Whip Antenna
12.5 kHz
BW
Specifications
Frequency 2800 at 12.5 kHz
Channels Model Number PF81461
Output 0.2–2 W Stripe Color White
Power
Gain 2 dBi
Sensitivity -108 dBm at BER 10-3: -106 dBm at -112 dBm at
Frequency Range 450–470 MHz
BER 10-6 BER 10-6.
Impedance 50 Ohm
In and Out 50 Ohm
Impedance VSWR < 2:1
Operating 9–15 V DC RF Connector TNC Receptacle
Voltage Length 33.5 cm (13.2 in)
Operating -30–60 °C
Tempera-
ture
RTK Radio 450 (435–450 MHz) Whip Antenna
Specifications
Out RF TNC Receptacle
Connec-
tors Model Number PFP10612
Control 4-pin DEUTSCH® Stripe Color Green
Connector
Gain 1 dBi
DEUTSCH is a trademark of Deutsch Co.
Frequency Range 435–450 MHz
HC94949,0000B1A-19-27APR17 Impedance 50 Ohm
VSWR < 2:1
RF Connector TNC Receptacle
450 MHz Amplifier Specifications Length 33.5 cm (13.2 in)

Model Number PF81443 RTK Radio 450 Base Station High Gain Antenna
Frequency Range 450–470 MHz
Input Power 0–2 W Model Number PF81452
Output Power 0–50 W Gain 7 dBi
Current During Transmission 8 amp Frequency Range 435–470 MHz
Nominal Voltage 13.8 V DC Max Power 200 W (UHF)
Internal Fuse 15 amp Impedance 50 OHMS
In/Out Impedance 50 ohm VSWR < 1.7:1
Operating Voltage 11–15 V DC RF Connector TNC Receptacle
Max Duty Cycle 100% Length 2 m (81 in)
Fiberglass Tube 5 cm (2 in)

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Base Pipe 28 cm (11 in) long, 6 cm (2-3/8 in)

diameter
Wind Survival 161 km/h (100 mph)

NOTE: For countries following European

Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI)
standards, use RTK Radio 450 machine high gain
magnetic mount antenna for radios on machines.

RTK Radio 450 Machine High Gain Magnetic Mount

Antenna

Model Number PF81457

Gain 5 dBi
Frequency Range 435–470 MHz
Max Power 200 W (UHF)
Impedance 50 Ohms
VSWR < 2.0:1
RF Connector TNC Plug, 90°
Length 78.2 cm (30.8 in)
Base Magnetic Mount

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 Index
A
Absolute Base Location .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 60-2
Activate RTK .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 60-1
Antenna Front View Label .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 10-1

C
Configure
RTK .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 60-1

D
Diagnostic . .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-3
Diagnostic LEDs ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-3
Diagnostics
Radio Self Test . ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-1
View RTK Readings .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-1

L
License
Radio Power .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 20-1
RTK Radio 450 . ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 20-1

R
Radio Self Test . ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-1
RTK
450 MHz Amplifier Specifications .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 90-1
Activate .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 60-1
Antenna Specifications . .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 90-1
Configure .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 60-1
Radio Specifications .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 90-1
Readings .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-1
Set Base Station Location .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 60-2

S
Safety
Safe maintenance, practice ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 05-2
Safety Label . .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 10-1
Safety, Steps and Handholds
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly . .. .. ... .. .. . 05-2
Set
Absolute Base Location .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 60-2
Radio Power .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 20-1
Signal words, understand .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 05-1
Specifications
450 MHz Amplifier .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 90-1
RTK Radio 450 . ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 90-1
RTK Radio 450 Antenna . .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 90-1

T
Troubleshooting
Diagnostic LEDs ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-3
Radio Self Test . ... .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-1
Troubleshooting
View RTK Readings .. .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .. . 80-1

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 John Deere Service Literature Available
Technical Information
Technical information can be purchased from John
Deere. Publications are available in print or CD-ROM
format.
Orders can be made using one of the following:
● John Deere Technical Information Store: www.
JohnDeere.com/TechInfoStore
● Call 1-800-522-7448
● Contact your John Deere dealer

Available information includes: TS224—UN—17JAN89

TECHNICAL MANUALS outlining service information for
your machine. Included are specifications, illustrated
assembly and disassembly procedures, hydraulic oil
flow diagrams, and wiring diagrams. Some products
have separate manuals for repair and diagnostic
information. Some components, such as engines, are
available in a separate component technical manual.

TS189—UN—17JAN89
PARTS CATALOGS list service parts available for your
machine with exploded view illustrations to help you
identify the correct parts. It is also useful in assembling
and disassembling.

TS1663—UN—10OCT97
EDUCATIONAL CURRICULUM including five
comprehensive series of books detailing basic
information regardless of manufacturer:
● Agricultural Primer series covers technology in
farming and ranching.
● Farm Business Management series examines “real-
world” problems and offers practical solutions in the
areas of marketing, financing, equipment selection,
and compliance.
TS191—UN—02DEC88 ● Fundamentals of Services manuals show you how to
OPERATOR’S MANUALS providing safety, operating, repair and maintain off-road equipment.
maintenance, and service information. ● Fundamentals of Machine Operation manuals
explain machine capacities and adjustments, how to
improve machine performance, and how to eliminate
unnecessary field operations.
● Fundamentals of Compact Equipment manuals
provide instruction in servicing and maintaining
equipment up to 40 PTO horsepower.
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 John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
John Deere Is At Your Service

TS201—UN—15APR13
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION is important to John
Deere.
Our dealers strive to provide you with prompt, efficient
parts and service:
–Maintenance and service parts to support your
equipment.
–Trained service technicians and the necessary
diagnostic and repair tools to service your equipment.

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROBLEM

RESOLUTION PROCESS

Your John Deere dealer is dedicated to supporting your

equipment and resolving any problem you may
experience.
1. When contacting your dealer, be prepared with the
following information:
–Machine model and product identification number
–Date of purchase
–Nature of problem
2. Discuss problem with dealer service manager.
3. If unable to resolve, explain problem to dealership
manager and request assistance.
4. If you have a persistent problem your dealership is
unable to resolve, ask your dealer to contact John Deere
for assistance. Or contact the Ag Customer Assistance
Center at 1-866-99DEERE (866-993-3373) or e-mail us
at www.deere.com/en_US/ag/contactus/.
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Notes
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