Raven SmarTrax John Deere 50 User manual

SmarTrax™ Installation Manual
John Deere 50/60/70 Series
Steering Ready Combines

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Table of Contents
Manual No. 016-5034-014 Rev. A i
Chapter 1 Important Safety Information................................................. 1
Hydraulic Safety ........................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety ........................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Introduction............................................................................. 3
Preparing for Installation ...........................................................................................................4
Recommendations ..............................................................................................................4
Point of Reference ...............................................................................................................5
Updates .....................................................................................................................................5
Kit Contents ...............................................................................................................................5
Chapter 3 Cab Component Installation.................................................. 9
Install the SmarTrax Node .........................................................................................................9
Mount the SmarTrax Node ..................................................................................................9
Node Mounting Locations .................................................................................................. 11
Install the Foot Switch .............................................................................................................12
Install the Road Switch ............................................................................................................12
Open Switch Port Installation ............................................................................................12
Alternate Switch Port Installation .......................................................................................13
Install the Valve Harness .........................................................................................................13
Install the Chassis Cable - SmarTrax-Only Systems (If Applicable) ........................................16
Connect SmarTrax to an Existing Chassis Cable (If Applicable) ............................................16
Calibrate the SmarTrax System ..............................................................................................16
System Diagrams ....................................................................................................................17

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1
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C hapt er 1 Important Safety
Information
Read this manual and the operation and safety instructions included with your implement and/or controller
carefully before installing the SmarTrax™ system.
•Follow all safety information presented within this manual.
•If you require assistance with any portion of the installation or service of your Raven equipment, contact
your local Raven dealer for support.
•Follow all safety labels affixed to the SmarTrax system components. Be sure to keep safety labels in good
condition and replace any missing or damaged labels. To obtain replacements for missing or damaged
safety labels, contact your local Raven dealer.
When operating the machine after installing SmarTrax, observe the following safety measures:
•Be alert and aware of surroundings.
•Do not operate SmarTrax or any agricultural equipment while under the influence of alcohol or an illegal
substance.
•Remain in the operator’s position in the machine at all times when SmarTrax is engaged.
•Disable SmarTrax when exiting the operator’s seat and machine.
•Do not drive the machine with SmarTrax enabled on any public road.
•Determine and remain a safe working distance from other individuals. The operator is responsible for
disabling SmarTrax when the safe working distance has diminished.
•Ensure SmarTrax is disabled prior to starting any maintenance work on SmarTrax or the machine.
•When starting the machine for the first time after installing SmarTrax, be sure that all persons stand clear in
case a hose has not been properly tightened.
•The machine must remain stationary and switched off during SmarTrax installation or maintenance.
NOTICE
WARNING

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Hydraulic Safety
•Raven Industries recommends that appropriate protective equipment be worn at all times when working on
the hydraulic system.
•Never attempt to open or work on a hydraulic system with the equipment running. Care should always be
taken when opening a system that has been previously pressurized.
•When disconnecting the hydraulic hoses or purging is required, be aware that the hydraulic fluid may be
extremely hot and under high pressure. Caution must be exercised.
•Any work performed on the hydraulic system must be done in accordance with the machine manufacturer’s
approved maintenance instructions.
•When installing SmarTrax hydraulics or performing diagnostics, maintenance, or routine service, ensure
that precautions are taken to prevent any foreign material or contaminants from being introduced into the
machine’s hydraulic system. Objects or materials that are able to bypass the machine’s hydraulic filtration
system will reduce performance and possibly damage the SmarTrax valve.
Electrical Safety
•Always verify that the power leads are connected to the correct polarity as marked. Reversing the power
leads could cause severe damage to the equipment.
•Ensure that the power cable is the last cable to be connected.
CAUTION

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C hapt er 2 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the SmarTrax system! This system is designed to provide cutting-edge,
hands-free steering of the machine via Global Positioning System (GPS) coordinates.
This manual applies to the following machines:
MAKE: John Deere
MODEL: 9X50 STS Series - Steering-Ready: 9450, 9550, 9650, and 9750
YEAR: 2009 & Older
MODEL: 9X60 STS Series - Steering-Ready: 9560, 9660, 9760, and 9860
YEAR: 2009 & Older
MODEL: 9X70 STS Series - Steering-Ready with Digital Encoder: 9570, 9670, 9770, and 9870
YEAR: 2011 & Older
FIGURE 1. John Deere 9660 STS
Preparing for Installation
Before installing the SmarTrax system, park the machine where the ground is level, clean, and dry. Turn off the
machine and leave it turned off for the duration of the installation process.

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During the installation process, follow good safety practices. Be sure to carefully read the instructions in this
manual as you complete the installation process.
Recommendations
Raven Industries recommends the following best practices when installing or operating the SmarTrax system
for the first time, at the start of the season, or when moving the SmarTrax system to another machine:
•Install the GPS antenna in the recommended location. Refer to the following table for the machine-specific
antenna mounting location.
Note: If your machine is not listed, install the antenna on the front-center of the cab.
Note: The units in the table below are measured in inches. To convert the values to centimeters, multiply
the listed value by 2.54.
Note: The values in the table below must be converted into feet or meters before being entered into the
field computer.
○To convert the values to feet, divide the listed value by 12.
○To convert the values to meters, multiply the listed value by 0.0254.
•Ensure the machine’s hydraulic filters have been recently changed and there are no issues with the
machine’s hydraulic system (e.g., pump issues, faulty hydraulic motors, fine metal deposits in the hydraulic
hoses, etc.).
•Ensure the machine’s hydraulic system is using fresh oil and debris is flushed from the hydraulic hoses,
valves, and filters.
Raven Industries recommends the following best practices when installing the SmarTrax system:
•Use part numbers to identify the parts.
•Do not remove the plastic wrap from a part until it is necessary for installation.
•Do not remove plastic caps from a part until it is necessary for installation.
Point of Reference
The instructions in this manual assume that you are standing behind the machine, looking toward the cab.
Machine Preset
Antenna X Position
(left to right) Antenna Y Position (from the rear wheel
axle to the antenna
position on the cab
in inches)
Antenna Z Position
(ground to top of
antenna in inches)
John Deere 9750 STS Centered 192 132.25
John Deere 9x70STS Centered 176.5 171.5

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Updates
Software and manual updates are available on the Raven Applied Technology website:
http://www.ravenhelp.com
Kit Contents
This section contains a list of the components that are included in the SmarTrax kit. Before beginning the
SmarTrax installation, compare the items in the kit with the components on this list. If you have questions about
the kit, contact your local Raven dealer. .
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TABLE 1. SmarTrax Installation Kit (P/N 117-5034-014)
Picture Item Description Part Number Qty.
Not Pictured Manual - SmarTrax and SmartSteer
Calibration & Operation 016-0171-277 1
Not Pictured Manual - John Deere 50/60/70 STS - Steering Ready Series SmarTrax Installation
Manual 016-5034-014 1
Node - SmarTrax RTK 063-0173-228 1

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Bracket - Node Mounting 107-0172-055 1
Cable - SmarTrax Node Harness 115-4001-161 1
Cable - Valve Harness 115-4001-162 1
Cable - 3’ Power Strip 115-4001-164 1
Assembly - Enable Foot Switch 063-0172-470 1
Housing - Rocker Switch Base 118-0159-056 1
Housing - Rocker Switch Cover 118-0159-057 1
Switch - Master 412-2011-104 1
Terminator - Low Encoder 063-4001-003 2
Terminator - Flow Meter 063-4001-007 1
Tape - 3.5” Double-Sided 332-0000-019 6
TABLE 1. SmarTrax Installation Kit (P/N 117-5034-014)
Picture Item Description Part Number Qty.

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Screw - #4-40 Phillips Pan-Head Machine 311-0008-027 4
Nut - 3/8”-16 Lock 312-4001-109 3
TABLE 1. SmarTrax Installation Kit (P/N 117-5034-014)
Picture Item Description Part Number Qty.

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CHAPTER
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C hapt er 3 Cab Component
Installation
Install the SmarTrax Node
Mount the SmarTrax Node
FIGURE 1. Node Mounting Location
1. Clean the notch in the molding to the right of the operator’s seat.
FIGURE 2. SmarTrax Node Installed

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2. Mount the SmarTrax node (P/N 063-0173-228) on the node mounting plate (P/N 107-0172-055) using three
3/8”-16 lock nuts (P/N 312-4001-109).
3. Place five double-sided tape strips (P/N 332-0000-019) on the bottom of the node mounting plate.
4. Remove the backing from the double-sided tape and adhere the node mounting plate to the notch in the
molding.
Note: The node connectors should point to the front of the machine.
FIGURE 3. Node Harness Installed
5. Install the two large, rectangular connectors of the node harness (P/N 115-4001-161) into the correct ports
of the node, tightening the bolts on the connectors to secure the connections.
6. Route the round 19-pin connector through the access hole in the rear-right corner of the cab.
7. Locate the electrical panel on the exterior of the machine, in the right-rear corner of the cab.
FIGURE 4. Electrical Panel Access Hole
8. Determine the appropriate cable routing location in the electrical access panel.
•If the perforated knockout port in the access panel cover is not being used, use a hammer and punch
to remove it.
•If the hole is already occupied by another cable, drill a 1-3/4” diameter hole centered between the top
four connection ports.
9. Remove the screws securing the electrical panel cover and pull the access panel away from the cab.
Ideal Cable Routing Location Alternate Cable Routing Location

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FIGURE 5. Node Harness Installed in Electrical Access Panel
10. Reach behind the access panel cover and locate the 19-pin connector of the node harness.
11. Insert the cable into the hole in the panel and secure it with the supplied lock washer and nut.
12. Route the node harness cable connectors back into the cab.
13. Reinstall the electrical panel cover.
Node Mounting Locations
FIGURE 6. Node Mounting
When choosing the location for the SmarTrax node, consider the following points:
•Mount the SmarTrax node inside the machine’s cab on a flat, level surface for proper performance and
cable connection.
•One of the six numbered direction arrows on the node must be oriented in the direction of forward vehicle
travel, one arrow pointing straight up, and two of the arrows parallel to the ground.
Note: Make a note of the number of the arrow that is oriented in the direction of forward vehicle travel.
This number will be needed during the SmarTrax calibration process.
•The node mounting location must not create tripping hazards.
•Mount the node in a location where it will not be kicked or jarred during normal equipment operation.
•The location must allow cable routing to avoid crimping or damaging the cables or the node connections.
Direction Arrows
Any two arrows must
be parallel with level
ground
Mounting Tabs

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•Securely fasten the node using bolts or screws through at least two of the three mounting holes. When
mounted properly, the node should not become loose or rotate.
Install the Foot Switch
FIGURE 7. Foot Switch Installed
1. Select a suitable location for the foot switch (P/N 063-0172-470) to be installed.
Note: The foot switch should be installed in a location where the operator has easy access to it and is
able to fully press the pedal.
2. Using the holes in the foot switch as a template, drill holes in the floor of the cab.
3. Secure the foot switch to the floor by installing the supplied screws in each of the mounting holes.
4. Locate the ENABLE connector on the node harness (P/N 115-4001-161) and connect it to the foot switch
cable connector.
Install the Road Switch
The ideal road switch installation location is in an open switch port in the machine’s console. If an open switch
port it not available, identify an alternate mounting location which is easily accessible to the operator.
Open Switch Port Installation
1. Locate an unused switch port on the armrest console.
2. Use a flat-head screwdriver to gently remove the cover of the unused switch port.
3. Route the ROAD SWITCH connector of the node harness (P/N 115-4001-161) into the machine’s console
and through the open port.

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FIGURE 8. Road Switch
4. Connect the ROAD SWITCH connector to the road switch (P/N 412-2011-104).
5. Feed the wires back into the console.
6. Press on the switch casing to ensure the switch is securely installed.
Alternate Switch Port Installation
Note: An alternate mounting location must be easily accessible to the operator.
FIGURE 9. Road Switch Assembly
1. Insert the road switch (P/N 412-2011-104) into the road switch base (P/N 118-0159-056) and cover (P/N
118-0159-057) housing.
2. Secure the housing with four #4-40 Phillips pan-head machine screws (P/N 311-0008-027).
3. Route the ROAD SWITCH connector of the node harness (P/N 115-4001-161) to the chosen switch
mounting location.
4. Connect the ROAD SWITCH connector to the road switch.
5. Use one double-sided tape strip (P/N 332-0000-019) or two self-tapping screws (not provided) to mount the
road switch to the selected mounting location.
Install the Valve Harness
1. Connect the round 19-pin connector of the valve harness (P/N 115-4001-162) into the port on the electrical
access panel in which the node harness was installed.
2. Route the valve harness under the cab.

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3. Locate and disconnect the existing cable on the machine’s steering valve.
Note: The machine’s existing steering valve cable is not used in the SmarTrax system. Ensure the cable
is secured away from moving parts and heat sources.
FIGURE 10. VALVE and FLOW METER Connections
4. Plug the VALVE connector of the valve harness into the open port of the steering valve.
5. Locate and disconnect the existing cable from the machine’s flow meter.
6. Plug the FLOW METER connector of the valve harness into the open port of the flow meter.
7. Install the flow meter terminator (P/N 063-4001-007) on the end of the machine’s flow meter cable
connection.
FIGURE 11. Steering Wheel Encoder Connections
8. Locate and disconnect the machine’s two steering wheel encoder connections near the steering valve.
9. Connect the ENCODER connector of the valve harness into either of the machine’s mating steering wheel
encoder connectors.
Note: The other steering wheel encoder connector is not used in the SmarTrax system. Ensure the cable
is secured away from moving parts and heat sources.
10. Install the two low encoder terminators (P/N 063-4001-003) on the remaining steering wheel encoder
connectors.
11. Loop and tie-off any excess cable, securing with plastic cable ties as necessary.
FLOW
METER
VALVE

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FIGURE 12. Valve Harness Wiring Diagram

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Install the Chassis Cable - SmarTrax-Only
Systems (If Applicable)
If the machine does not contain an existing chassis power system (such as AutoBoom, product control, etc.), it
is necessary to install the chassis power cable to operate the SmarTrax system. If a CAN system already exists
on the machine, refer to Connect SmarTrax to an Existing Chassis Cable (If Applicable) below to connect
power to the SmarTrax system.
Note: The chassis cable is sold separately. Contact your local Raven dealer for ordering information.
1. Locate the SmarTrax chassis cable (P/N 115-4001-085 or 115-4001-131).
2. Connect the TO SMARTRAX NODE connector from the chassis cable to the round 16-pin connector on the
node harness (P/N 115-4001-161).
3. Connect the TO CONSOLE CABLE connector to the Raven console cable.
4. Install a terminator (P/N 063-0172-369) on the CAN cable connector.
5. Loop and tie-off the REMOTE SWITCH cable connection, securing it with plastic cable ties as necessary.
Note: The REMOTE SWITCH connector is not used in the SmarTrax system. Ensure the cable is
secured away from moving parts and heat sources.
6. Connect the ring terminals to the battery.
Note: The positive connectors are fused.
Note: The chassis power cable can be connected to the cab’s power strip using the supplied 3’ power
strip cable (P/N 115-4001-164). The red wire is direct battery power, the orange wire is switched
power, and the black wire is ground.
Connect SmarTrax to an Existing Chassis
Cable (If Applicable)
Note: The SmarTrax interface tee is sold separately. Contact your local Raven dealer for ordering
information.
1. Locate and disconnect the connection between the Raven console cable and chassis cable on the
machine’s existing CAN system.
2. Install the SmarTrax interface tee cable (P/N 115-4001-070 or 115-4001-071) between the chassis and
Raven console harness.
3. Connect the SmarTrax node cable (P/N 115-4001-161) to the remaining SmarTrax interface tee.
Calibrate the SmarTrax System
Refer to the SmarTrax & SmartSteer Calibration & Operation Manual (P/N 016-0171-277) for instructions on
calibrating the SmarTrax system, adjusting system settings, and system operation.