JOHN DEERE GENERATION 4 COMMANDCENTER

The 4100 and 4600 CommandCenter, also known as the Generation 4 CommandCenter, creates the primary user interface for 6R, 7R, 8R/8RT and 9R/9RT Tractors. The Generation 4 CommandCenter provides an excellent, user-savvy operating experience.

Producers can also use a variety of implements with the Generation 4 CommandCenter as it is ISOBUS virtual terminal (VT) capable.

Expect machine productivity gains, along with increased operator confidence thanks to a simple, customizable interface. The reliability of the Generation 4 CommandCenter also aids in optimal operating experience and maximizes uptime.

Some of the easy-to-use benefits of the Generation 4 CommandCenter include:

• Easy-to-change fields and guidance lines
• Custom-defined views
• On-screen help functions
• Intelligent warnings
• Context-based help

LAYOUT MANAGER

Layout manager selection page

Layout manager module build

The Generation 4 CommandCenter features a modular-designed layout manager, so an operator can easily create the structure that meets the operator’s demands. From the factory, machines are equipped with standard run pages. An unlimited amount of run pages can be added to the Generation 4 CommandCenter based on operator preference or operational needs. Toggling between run pages is as easy as swiping the screen or using the arrow buttons on the top right portion of the title bar.

Users and access

Users and access allow the owner to lock out certain functions to prevent operators from accessing or changing settings. Lock-out functions are managed with an owner-defined four-digit code.

Lock-out features are available for:

• Ag Management Solution (AMS) applications
• Hitch
• Hydraulic
• Transmission
• Power take-off (PTO)
• FieldCruise™
• Display
• Machine monitor

On-screen help and diagnostic text

There are a number of different ways to get meaningful on-screen help when navigating the Generation 4 CommandCenter. Operators can find the Help icon on the shortcut bar on the bottom of every page. This icon gives detailed information on everything from tractor operation to application information. Simply select the Help icon and navigate to the information section that is needed.

Context-based help icon

Context-based help iTEC™ main page

Diagnostic text and information is available for better understanding of whether applications are operating as directed.

DISPLAY OPTIONS

Generation 4 CommandCenters are available in the following configurations:

• 18-cm (7-in.) display on the 4100 CommandCenter
• 26-cm (10-in.) display on the 4600 CommandCenter.

For those wanting to maximize their viewing real estate, the 26-cm (10-in.) touchscreen color display is an excellent choice. With the 26-cm (10-in.) display, the title bar and all shortcut keys may be viewed at all times. Operators can monitor more items at once on the 26-cm (10-in.) touchscreen display.

Help icon

Help center main page

Additionally, application-based help is also available in all locations of the CommandCenter. Simply click on the {i} icon available on the title bar and it will lead directly to more information on the application currently being used.

MACHINE MONITOR

Machine monitor page

The machine monitor application provides the user instantaneous readings about the status or condition of the machine. Values shown in the machine monitor vary by application, but typically include parameters like engine speed, coolant temperature, and ground speed. The machine monitor supports run page modules in the layout manager, allowing the user to populate specific machine parameters directly to a run page.

NOTE: The machine monitor application replaces part of the Universal Performance Monitor in previous machines.

WORK MONITOR

Work monitor page

The work monitor application displays the performance information about the task being performed by the machine. The user is shown averages, totals, and productivity of the machine, such as area worked, average working speed, and fuel usage. The values of the work monitor can be reset by the user at any time. Specific values of the work monitor can be configured by the user to be shown on a run page.

NOTE: The work monitor application replaces part of the Universal Performance Monitor in previous machines.

VIDEO CAPABILITY

Tractors with a 4100 CommandCenter are equipped with one video input and tractors with a 4600 CommandCenter have four video inputs. The operator has the ability to set a variety of triggers, including reverse, power take-off (PTO), hitch, and selective control valve (SCV) levers to activate the camera. The image will then appear on the CommandCenter display. The camera (video observation system) is available through JD Parts and Ag and Industrial (A and I) Products.

John Deere Generation 4 CommandCenter processors

A Generation 4 CommandCenter is made up of a processor and a display. Two processor options are available for the Generation 4 CommandCenter.

The 4600 Processor is the premium processor, offered as an option on all 6R*, 7210R and 7230R  and is standard on 7250R, 7270R, 7290R, 8R/8RT, and 9R/9RT Tractors. Available features with the premium processor include:

• Compatible with 26-cm (10-in.) touchscreen display
• Four video camera inputs
• Four USB inputs
• AutoTrac™ capable (machine-specific activation sold separately)

*Only compatible with IVT and DirectDrive transmissions

4600 CommandCenter 10-in. display

The 4100 Processor is base equipment and only offered on 6R, 7210R, and 7230R Tractors. It offers:

• Compatible with 18-cm (7-in.) touchscreen display
• One video camera input
• One USB input
• AutoTrac capable (machine-specific activation sold separately)

4100 CommandCenter 7-in. display

John Deere 4100 CommandCenter

A. Next run page
B. Status center
C. Expand shortcut keys
D. Menu
E. Run page

John Deere 4600 Command Center

The Standard CommandView III cab offers unsurpassed visibility, operator comfort, control placement, and ride and sound quality.

Features:

• ComfortCommand™ seat with air suspension, lumbar support, swivel, fore-aft and lateral attenuation, backrest angle adjustment, adjustable left-hand armrest, and 40-degree right-hand seat swivel
• Operator presence system that warns if the operator is out of the seat while operating key functions
• Folding instructional seat
• CommandARM™ console with integrated controls
• 4100 or 4600 Generation 4 CommandCenter™display
• Behind-the-seat storage
• Left-hand storage compartment
• Passive noise reduction system
• Service ADVISOR™ data port
• Tilt/telescoping steering wheel with position memory
• Swing-out rear window, opens 30 degrees
• Right- and left-outside mirrors (manually adjustable mirror head)
• Monitor mounts on right-hand front post and rear cab post
• Standard radio package, including AM/FM stereo and weatherband with remote controls, auxiliary input jack, four speakers, and an external antenna
• Laminated glass
• Air conditioner and heater with automatic temperature controls (ATC)
• Two 12-V convenience outlet (cigarette lighter style)
• One 12-V 3-pin outlet with adapter (provides switched and unswitched power)
• One International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9-pin connector
• Power strip with convenience plug adapter
• Hitch control lever lock and selective control lever lock
• Two-speed and intermittent front and rear wiper with washer
• Front pull-down sunshade
• Digital cornerpost display with:
  • Fuel level gauge, including low fuel warning
  • Temperature gauge
  • Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) gauge, including low DEF warning
  • Engine rpm
  • Transmission commanded gear or speed
  • Vehicle system functions, such as iTEC™ system, that are operating
• Inside-mounted rearview mirror
• Beverage holders sized to accommodate various containers
• Interior left-hand dome light

COMFORTCOMMAND SEAT

ComfortCommand seat

ComfortCommand seat improves ride quality and helps to reduce operator fatigue

Features include:

• Armrests, lumbar support, and backrest angle are easily adjusted to match operator preference.
• Shock absorbers dampen the motion effect of the tractor for an improved ride.
• Seat height adjustments are conveniently located on the left armrest.
• Fore-aft adjustment is easy to reach located on the left front of the seat.
• Swivel adjustment, located on the front of the seat, allows the seat to be swiveled 40 degrees to the right or eight degrees to the left of the center position.
• Operator presence switch warns if the operator is out of the seat while operating key functions.
• Seat belt retractor.
• Centered cab seat, providing excellent over-shoulder visibility.
• Adjustable shock absorber permitting ride adjustment from soft to firm to match the operator’s desired comfort level.
• Removable cushions for easy cleaning.

COMMANDARM

CommandARM controls

John Deere 7R and 8R Series Tractors feature the CommandARM with integrated Generation 4 CommandCenter display. The control layout of the CommandARM utilizes a clean and efficient design which groups controls by function and builds upon John Deere’s history of intuitive and ergonomic control placement and operation. The CommandARM’s design allows for a 40 degree right seat swivel and adjustable positioning matching the operator’s preference.

Controls located on the CommandARM include:

• Engine throttle
• FieldCruise™ system
• Minimum engine speed – CommandQuad™ transmission, 16-speed PowerShift™ transmission (PST), e23™ transmission
• Eco mode – Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT™)
• Foot pedal lock (if equipped)
• Transmission control
• Hitch/selective control valve (SCV) controls
• Rotary encoder hitch control
• Power take-off (PTO) controls
• Mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD) on/automatic
• Differential lock on/automatic
• iTEC sequence switches
• AutoTrac™ assisted steering system resume switch (if equipped)
• Joystick (if equipped)
• Radio
• Beacon light on/off
• Hazard lights on/off
• Field lights 1/2
• Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) system

TRANSMISSION CONTROLS

John Deere 7R Series Tractors with CommandQuad transmissions feature a left-hand reverser. 8R Series Tractors equipped with 16-speed PST are equipped with right-hand reverser. 7R Series Tractors equipped with e23 PST offer a left- or right-hand reverser. 7R or 8R Series Tractors equipped with AutoPowr™/IVT transmissions are offered with either a left-hand or a right-hand reverser.

 

The transmission control lever is placed on the CommandARM’s left side closest to the operator for convenient setting and adjustment.

Left-hand CommandQuad/e23 reverser

Right-hand IVT and PST reverser

16-speed PST right-hand reverser

HYDRAULIC AND HITCH CONTROLS

Hydraulic and hitch controls utilize fingertip paddle pots for raise/lower and extend/retract functions. An optional crossgate joystick replaces fingertip paddle pots for control of SCVs and allows for programmable hydraulic functionality according to operator preference. Rear hitch position can also be controlled with the encoder wheel located on the right side of the CommandARM. The encoder wheel allows for finite positioning of the rear 3-point hitch.

Three buttons near the encoder are for hitch set, lock, and return to height. Adjustment knobs for the 3-point hitch are located under the cover for the CommandARM’s storage compartment and allow for adjustment of the rate of drop, hitch height limit, and depth control.

 

Fingertip paddle pots

Encoder wheel

Hitch controls

Optional crossgate joystick

Throttle

The throttle design incorporates buttons which control FieldCruise speed, foot pedal mode (if equipped), and transmission eco settings.

 

Throttle

Foot throttle

Tractor function controls

Located just to the right of the throttle is the Auto-Trac activation button and four sequence controls for iTEC functions. Behind the iTEC sequence controls, there are buttons which control the activation and deactivation of MFWD and differential lock. Differential lock can also be activated by the foot switch on the cab floor.

 

AutoTrac resume and iTEC strip

Controls for radio, lights, rotary beacon (if equipped), hazard flashers, and HVAC system are located to the center-right on the CommandARM, along with PTO for both front (if equipped) and rear PTO.

 

Radio, HVAC, hazard flashers, and PTO controls

Seat swivel

The design of the CommandARM allows for up to 40 degrees of right-hand seat swivel.

 

Seat swivel

COMMANDCENTER

Generation 4 CommandCenter

The Generation 4 CommandCenters feature fast adjustment of tractor functions and controls and are integrated into the CommandARM to create a seamless control center. The 4100 CommandCenter features a 178-mm  (7-in.) touchscreen display and is standard equipment on 7210R and 7230R models, while the 4600 CommandCenter features a 154-mm (10-in.) touchscreen and is standard equipment on 7250R – 7310R models, as well as all 8R and 8RT models.

The following functions can be adjusted using the CommandCenter display:

• Hydraulic settings
• Hitch settings
• Transmission settings
• FieldCruise
• iTEC programming functions
• Radio
• Lights

7R with TLS Plus

The optional TLS Plus is a fully integrated, self-leveling front suspension system available on 7R Series Tractors equipped with the 1300 mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD) axle. TLS Plus provides exclusive front suspension using a hydro-pneumatic self-leveling system to increase productivity and improve ride dramatically. TLS Plus provides more control over the front suspension of the tractor.

 

CommandCenter screen

In the Generation 4 CommandCenter™, the operator is able to select maximum pressure to accommodate for the transfer of heavy loads with minimal front axle movement.

 

TLS Plus increases both transport and field productivity with superior stability, ride, and comfort. Loader operators appreciate the enhanced performance when transporting bales or a full bucket of silage. In the field, the TLS Plus front suspension maintains ground-to-tire contact, enabling more power to the ground.

The TLS Plus front axle is available with or without wet-disc front brakes. While TLS Plus is available on all 7R Series Large-Frame Tractors, it is a requirement for the following:

• 31-mph/50K CommandQuad™ Eco
• 31–mph/50K e23™
• 31–mph/50K infinitely variable transmission (IVT™)

TLS PLUS COMPONENTS

7R with TLS Plus

Two double-acting-control cylinders act independently or together to dampen shock loads, while supplying a constant down force on the axle for better traction. In addition to the cylinders, a pan-hard rod limits lateral motion while an electronic sensor signals a priority valve to automatically move the control cylinders as needed.

 

The cast driveline draft member controls fore-aft suspension of the axle. This heavy-duty conical casting encloses the entire driveline and transfers longitudinal forces to the tractor’s center of gravity.

 

1300 axle with TLS Plus

1300 axle cutaway with TLS Plus

Operating characteristics:

• TLS Plus self-levels at engine start-up with the implement attached and the hitch in the raised or lowered position.
• TLS Plus self-levels whenever the tractor speed exceeds 0.9 mph (1.5 km/h).

DIFFERENTIAL LOCK

CommandARM™ controls with automatic differential lock engaged

CommandARM controls with manual differential lock engaged

The differential lock is another feature of the 1300 Series MFWD axle with Triple-Link Susspension (TLS) PLUS, driveline shield, hydraulic on/off differential lock, and wet-disk front brakes. When the rear differential lock is engaged or disengaged, the front differential lock is also engaged or disengaged.  This also includes a driveline shield.

If one wheel begins to slip, the differential lock can be engaged on the go and the axles are hydraulically locked together for maximum traction.  There are two ways to engage the differential lock feature.

• Manual differential lock – differential lock can be engaged manually using a switch on the floor or by manual depressing button on CommandARM. When brakes are depressed, the differential lock will disengage
• Automatic Differential lock – when in auto mode, differential lock is engaged when the tractor is driving forward. Differential lock will disengage when front wheel turn angle meets disengage wheel angle setting defined by the operator via the CommandCenter or when either brake pedal is depressed. Differential lock will automatically engage when brakes are released or front wheels are turned straight.

Automatic differential lock angle adjustment

he 7R Series Tractors feature an increased front area (IFA) cooling system that utilizes a pull-style fan that improves cooling efficiency over an increased surface area that provides better cooling capacity and reduces fan noise during increased power levels or while under heavy loads.

Hood screen area

Engine hood with side shields

The 7R Series Tractors also have an increased screen area on the hood and redesigned side shields to help reduce debris buildup. The new cooling system provides easy, cooler cleanout and service accessibility without sacrifice to turning radius or front hitch and front power take-off (PTO) applications.

The 7R, 8R, and 8RT Series Tractors feature two lighting package options:

• Standard
• Premium

The cab lighting pattern provides 330 degrees of coverage while the hood lighting provides the remaining 30 degrees for completely programmable 360-degree, stadium-style lighting. This ensures there are no dead zones or lighting adjustments needed. The lighting configurations are available to match various applications and ensure maximum around-the-clock productivity.

Bulb housings are large, allowing for optimum total lumens and available light. The standard lighting packages use 65-W halogen bulbs, whereas the premium lighting package uses light-emitting diode (LED) lights. In the premium lighting package, these tractors take advantage of the high-performing and efficient LED technology.

The low- and high-beam driving/work lights are adjustable. Please refer to the electrical section in the operator’s manual for complete details on adjusting lights.

7R/8R/8RT lighting

Yellow circles

• All lighting packages: 65-W halogen: road low beam

 

Red circles

• Standard: 65-W halogen
• Premium: LED

 

Blue circles

• Standard: 65-W halogen; field and road high beams
• Premium: LED

Orange circles

• Standard: blank
• Premium: LED

Adjustable high-beam driving light/work light License plate bracket with light Rotary beacon Fixed halogen light Adjustable low- beam driving light/work light Fixed amber light Adjustable halogen light Adjustable mid-body halogen light Fixed high-intensity discharge (HID) light Adjustable HID light Mid-body hazard, turn, and width indicating light Amber turn and brake light

STANDARD LIGHTING

Standard lighting (8R)

Standard lighting (7R)

Six front grill-mounted lights:

• Two 65-W low-beam driving/work lights (mid grill screen)
• Two 65-W high-beam driving/work lights (top of grill screen, hood mounted)
• Two front corner-facing halogen work lights (top of grill screen, hood mounted)

10 cab roof-mounted lights:

• Two rear-facing 65-W floodlights
• Four side-facing 65-W floodlights
• Four corner-facing amber lights

Other lights:

• Two rear fender-mounted floodlights
• Two rear turn signal and brake/tail lights (fender mounted)
• Two folding-extremity lights

Plus these lights:

• Two adjustable front roof 65-W halogen floodlights
• Two front belt-line floodlights
• Rotary beacon light

PREMIUM LIGHTING

Eight front grill-mounted lights:

• Two 65-W low-beam halogen driving/work lights (mid grill screen)
• Two LED high-beam driving/work lights (top of grill screen, hood mounted)
• Two front corner-facing LED work lights (top of grill screen, hood mounted)
• Two front-facing LED working lights (top of grill screen, hood mounted, inner position on the sides)

12 cab roof-mounted lights:

• Four side-facing LED lights
• Four corner-facing amber lights
• Two rear-facing LED lights
• Two adjustable front roof LED lights

 

Other lights:

• Two rear fender-mounted LED lights
• Two rear turn signal and brake lights (fender mounted)
• Two folding-extremity lights
• Two front belt-line LED floodlights
• Rotary beacon light

 

The premium lighting package replaces all previous halogen and HID lights with LED lights. The only lights that are not LED are the low-beam driving lights, they remain halogen. This allows each LED light to work at a lower temperature and no one light works harder than any other. The uniformity in LED coverage allows only one type of light output surrounding the tractor.

 

The lighting pattern in the premium package provides industry-leading performance in nighttime visibility. LED bulbs provide maximum brightness and a true color output for excellent field definition that is easy on the operator’s eyes.

 

The LED lights provide 40 percent greater coverage width and 10 percent more light coverage in the rear. LED lighting packages use 45 percent less amps than standard halogen lights and have an increased life expectancy over HID lights which leads to lower costs of ownership over the life of the tractor.

 

NOTE: Lighting packages may vary depending on region.

SELECTING A LIGHTING MODE/PROGRAMMABLE LIGHTING

Lighting mode selector

Operators can quickly select a lighting mode on the steering console:

• Lights, off position
• Road lights
• Field lights

The CommandCenter™ display

The CommandCenter display allows operators to customize light settings. Operators can select only the lights they need or want for a given application and store these settings. The operator-programmed configurations can then be turned on or off with the push of a button on the CommandARM™ controls.

• Programmable field lights 1
• Programmable field lights 2
• Beacon light
• Emergency flashers

 

NOTE: Road/loader lights are also referred to as high-mounted driving lights for use in front hitch applications that obscure the headlights. See the Attachments section.

The battery power saver feature is also standard. When the engine is off and the outside lights have been left on, this feature is designed to avoid battery run down.

After the lights have been left on for 30 minutes and the key is in the off position, the lights cycle or blink on and off five times as an alert. The lights continue to illuminate for one more minute and then automatically shut off to protect the battery.

PROGRAMMABLE EXIT LIGHTING

Another feature is programmable exit lighting. Exit lighting allows the lights outside the cab to stay on for up to 300 seconds.  They can be programmed in increments from 0 to 300 seconds.

 

Refer to the operator’s manual for complete instructions on programming field, driving, and exit lighting.

FIELD-INSTALLED OPTIONS

Field-installed options are also available. To find this information, use the Build Your own Configurator application for US/Canada or Build & Price in John Deere Sales Centre for Australia/NZ.

Option code	Description
7201	Standard lighting
7206	Premium lighting

The 9-pin electrical connector is required to allow TouchSet depth control to be used with implements with this feature. The harness provides a position input to the tractor selective control valve unit enabling the TouchSet system.

This feature allows the operator to adjust height and depth of remote lift cylinders by using the TouchSet controls in the cab.

Available as either a factory- or field-installed attachment, the battery disconnect switch is used to disconnect the batteries in preparation for 20-day to 90-day storage periods. The switch cuts the power to the entire tractor to aid in maintaining battery life.

An indicator light allows for safe and proper disconnect. The light will flash until it is safe to disconnect. This allows the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank and lines to purge. (Final Tier 4 has an indicator light and Interim Tier 4 has no indicator light)

Cummins is a trademark of Cummins Incorporated.

The ISO cab implement controller area network (CAN) bus adapter is available to connect any ISO compliant implement or device to an 8R, 8RT, 9R, 9RT, 9RX (including Scraper Special) Series Tractor.  These connectors are commonly used for planter frame control boxes.

Refer to the operator’s manual, sections 16 (CommandCenter™) and 25 (Operator Station), for additional information on ISO implements.

NOTE: If the harness is not in use, unplug it from the ISO 11783 location or plug the 4-pin connectors together on the harness.  If neither of these are done, implement CAN communication errors will occur.

Implement switch

The implement switch indicates to the CommandCenter™ when the implement is raised or lowered, to provide accurate data collection when using a performance monitor.

In today’s agricultural environment, accuracy and precision are more important than ever. For something as basic as ground speed, operators need key information for precise control of various implements and the tractor. To support these needs, tractors can be ordered with a dual-beam radar unit as a factory- or field-installed option.

There are several key features that have changed from previous designs.

First, there are two horns for exit of the radio beam. This dual-beam design assures a powerful and accurate signal that will cut through interference that at times makes single-beam units inaccurate. (See 1 in the image above for beam locations.) Dual-beam output makes radar less susceptible to hard surface or tall/wavy grass interference.

Accuracy is aided by a heavy-gauge mounting bracket and rubber isolators that reduce chances that vibration can affect the radio signal.

Dual-beam radar has a fast update rate. When the tractor comes to a stop, accelerates, or varies speed, the indicated ground speed on the tractor display will closely match the actual ground speed. This is important for implements that use radar speed to control operation such as planters, seeders, fertilizer applicators, and sprayers.

In addition, the dual-beam radar does not require calibration to assure accuracy. Its self-calibrating ability is sure to save setup time by elimination of a special procedure that was required in the past.

The radar true ground speed sensor activates the following CommandCenter^TM or performance monitor readouts:

• Percent slip
• Hitch slip command (if equipped)

Radar usage improves the accuracy of the following CommandCenter or performance monitor functions:

• Area covered
• Area/hour
• Distance and ground speed

Dual-beam units are compatible with controller area network (CAN) bus and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) bus electrical systems.

In today’s agricultural environment, accuracy and precision are more important than ever. For something as basic as ground speed, operators need key information for precise control of various implements and the tractor. To support these needs, tractors can be ordered with a dual-beam radar unit as a factory- or field-installed option.

There are several key features that have changed from previous designs.

First, there are two horns for exit of the radio beam. This dual-beam design assures a powerful and accurate signal that will cut through interference that at times makes single-beam units inaccurate. (See 1 in the image above for beam locations.) Dual-beam output makes radar less susceptible to hard surface or tall/wavy grass interference.

Accuracy is aided by a heavy-gauge mounting bracket and rubber isolators that reduce chances that vibration can affect the radio signal.

Dual-beam radar has a fast update rate. When the tractor comes to a stop, accelerates, or varies speed, the indicated ground speed on the tractor display will closely match the actual ground speed. This is important for implements that use radar speed to control operation such as planters, seeders, fertilizer applicators, and sprayers.

In addition, the dual-beam radar does not require calibration to assure accuracy. Its self-calibrating ability is sure to save setup time by elimination of a special procedure that was required in the past.

The radar true ground speed sensor activates the following CommandCenter^TM or performance monitor readouts:

• Percent slip
• Hitch slip command (if equipped)

Radar usage improves the accuracy of the following CommandCenter or performance monitor functions:

• Area covered
• Area/hour
• Distance and ground speed

Dual-beam units are compatible with controller area network (CAN) bus and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) bus electrical systems