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How to Rename and Delete Tracks on the John Deere Gen 4 Display

Easily Manage Your Guidance Lines for Efficient Field Operations

Maintaining a clear, organized list of guidance tracks is essential for accurate and efficient fieldwork. The John Deere Generation 4 Display makes it simple to rename, delete, and manage your tracks, ensuring you always know where you’re headed next. Follow this guide to keep your display organized and make field setup quick and hassle-free.

Why Managing Guidance Lines Matters

  • A clean track list helps you quickly identify the right guidance line for each pass.

  • Removing duplicate or unnecessary tracks prevents confusion during field operations.

  • Renaming tracks makes future work more efficient, saving time and reducing frustration.

Step-by-Step Guide: Renaming and Deleting Tracks

1. Viewing Tracks in Your Gen 4 Display

  • Tap the Set Track button.

  • A list of all guidance tracks assigned to the current field will appear.

  • The currently selected track will be highlighted.

2. Renaming a Track

  • Select the track you want to rename.

  • Tap Edit.

  • Change the track name to something descriptive (e.g., “East in Row”).

  • Save your changes.

Tip: Avoid generic names like “Track 1” or “Track 2” to make future selection easier.

3. Deleting a Track

  • Choose the track you want to remove.

  • Tap Edit.

  • Select Delete.

  • Confirm the deletion by selecting OK.

  • Your track will be removed from the list.

Note: This is helpful for removing duplicates or tracks that you no longer need.

4. Additional Management Options

  • Assign to Different Field: Move tracks between fields as needed.

  • Clear Shifts: Remove any shift corrections applied to a track.

  • Review Coordinates: View the exact position of each track in the field.

Example: Cleaning Up Your Track List

If you have repeated tracks (such as several “East” lines with small differences), select those you don’t need and delete them for a streamlined, easy-to-navigate list.

FAQs

What happens if I delete a track by accident?

If you accidentally delete a track, you will need to recreate it manually.

Can I rename tracks at any time?

Yes, you can rename tracks whenever you need to make your list more understandable.

Why should I clear shifts on a track?

Clearing shifts removes offset corrections, ensuring tracks match their original guidance line.