John Deere Mobile RTK Quick Reference Guide
Setup Mobile-RTK
Follow these steps to configure the Mobile RTK system:
- Select the Setup tab.
- Check SF2 fallback (optional).
- Select the Serial Port tab.
- Set Baud Rate to "19200".
- Set Output Rate to 1 Hz.
- Check the GGA box under Messages.
- Select the "M-RTK" softkey (indicated by [H]).
- Select either "RTCM" or "CMR" as the correction type.
- Configure the M-RTK Port settings.
- Set Baud Rate to "19200".
- Set Parity to "None".
- Set Output Rate(s) to "1".
- Check the NMEA Message GGA box.
- Set Data Bits to "8".
- Set Stop Bits to "1".
- Set Modem Type to "Smart Modem" and enter data from the cellular and data correction provider.
Note: Pressing the "Read" button for Signal Strength may time out the connection for up to one minute.
StarFire 3000 System Configuration Details
Main Unit Settings (StarFire 3000 - Main)
Serial Port Configuration:
- SN: 109698
- Correction Mode: M-RTK
- Default Correction Freq: 1539.8725
- Mount Direction: Forward
- Fore/Aft (cm): 180
- Height (cm): 282
- 3D TCM: On/Off
- Hours On After Shutdown: 3
- Use SF2 if RTK Signal Lost: [Indicator] [2]
- Last Calibration: Machine
RTK Port Configuration (M-RTK Port Configuration)
RTK RS232 Settings:
- Baud Rate: 19200 [10]
- Parity: None [11]
- Data Bits: 8 [14]
- Stop Bits: 1 [15]
NMEA Message Settings:
- Output Rate (Hz): 1, 5, 10 [5]
- Selected Messages: GGA [6, 13], GSA, RMC, VTG, ZDA
System Status - StarFire 3000
M-RTK Correction Status:
- SN: 391512
- Correction Type: RTCM [8]
- Corrections Age (s): 9
- Data received (kb): 0
- Connection duration (hr): 0.0
- Signal Strength: Read [7]
System Status:
- Accuracy (%): 100
- GPS Signal (%): 100
- SF Signal (dB): 11.5
RTK Port Configuration (General)
Serial Settings and NMEA message: Configure [9]
Modem and Network: Configure [16]
Connection Age Limits:
- Max Correction Age (s): 20
- Initialization Time (min): 1
[Calibrate Button]
Timestamps observed: 10:59 pm, 11:59 pm
Mobile-RTK Modem Diagnostic
The front of the Mobile RTK Modem features a yellow LED for status output, indicating the cellular network and correction data status. Use the LED status for quick diagnosis.
Yellow LED Status Indicators:
| LED Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Yellow Fix | Powered on but not attached to cellular network. |
| Slow Long Flashing | Attached to GPRS network but no correction data. |
| Quick Short Flashing | Attached to GPRS network. Receiving GPS signal and RTK correction data. (Operating status) |
| Double Quick Flashing | Correction data stream interrupted. |
Visual Description of Modem: The modem has a front panel with a yellow LED indicator. It appears to have several ports or connectors on its rear or side, though not explicitly detailed in this section.
Tractor Cab Installation
Follow these steps to install the Mobile RTK modem components in the tractor cab:
- Modem: Install the modem in the cab on the provided support. [Component 1]
- Modem Antenna: Install the modem antenna. [Component 2]
- StarFire 3000 Receiver: Install the StarFire 3000 Receiver. [Component 3]
Visual Description of Installation Diagram: The diagram shows a tractor cab outline. Component 1 (Modem) is depicted inside the cab, likely on a dashboard or console. Component 2 (Modem Antenna) is shown mounted externally, possibly on the roof. Component 3 (StarFire 3000 Receiver) is also shown mounted externally, likely on the roof or a high point of the tractor.
