Properly setting up your display is the key to collecting accurate data. A lot has changed from the 2630 to the John Deere Gen 4 displays. If you’re new to Gen 4, we’ve got you covered. You can find the basic information you need to know in our how-to playlist. We’ll walk through how to set up your display, review overall functionality, plus offer tips and tricks to make the most of your machine.
Not sure where to start? Here are eight tips and tricks to get to know your new John Deere Gen 4 display ready for the spring season.
1. Basic Overview and Operation
Here are the basics you need to know before you go to the field.
2. How to use the Layout Manager
Learn how to create run pages, what information to include on your run pages, and best practices for setting up your display’s layout.
3. How to Import and Set Up Precriptions for Planting
Learn how to import prescriptions, set up prescriptions, and what to do when you lose GPS or move out of your zone when using prescriptions.
4. How to Set Up Rate and Crop Settings
Learn how to set, build, and edit rates including prescriptions on your John Deere Gen 4 display. We also cover crop setup to show how to change crop type, varieties, seed setup, and product alarms.
5. How to Use Setup Manager for Planting
Learn how to properly set up your client/farm/field inputs to ensure accurate record keeping and data collection. You’ll also learn how to set up your machine profiles, properly enter offsets, prescription rate setup, and complete your work summary for each operation.
6. How to Set Up Shortcuts for Planting
Learn how to set up your shortcut bar to quickly find common items, improve your efficiency, and decrease fatigue.
7. How to Correctly Set Up Guess Rows
Whether you’re in the field or preparing your planter for the season, double check your settings to ensure proper guess rows. In this video, we’ll walk through what settings to verify, how to edit, and where to find the information you need in a John Deere Gen 4 Display.
8. How to Adjust Steering Sensitivity
When you’re in the field, it may seem like your tractor is wandering off your guidance line. Check your steering sensitivity to get the performance you want for your field conditions. In this video, we’ll walk through how to adjust steering sensitivity, factors to consider when adjusting, indicators that let you know when to adjust, and some tips to help you with this topic.
If you have more questions or need more assistance, give your Platte Valley Equipment precision ag specialist a call in Clarkson, Fremont, Humphrey or Wahoo! Our precision ag specialists can assist or connect you with our service department to help you have a successful spring.
Platte Valley Equipment
Clarkson 402-892-3444
Fremont 402-721-9111
Humphrey 402-923-0606
Wahoo 402-443-3123
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