How to Set Up Video Triggers and Bluetooth on the John Deere Generation 4 Display

Easily enhance your operation by setting up video triggers and Bluetooth on your John Deere Generation 4 display. This step-by-step guide will help you get started—no technical expertise needed!

Setting Up Video Triggers

If your machine is equipped with cameras (such as rear or grain tank mounted cameras), you can configure your Generation 4 display to automatically show video feeds when specific actions occur.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Access the Menu:

   • On your Generation 4 display, select the Menu button.

2. Find the Video Application:

   • Select Applications.

   • Scroll down and choose the Video icon.

3. Choose Your Camera Feed:

   • Camera 1 is typically reserved for machines equipped with ActiveVision cameras.

   • Feeds 2, 3, and 4 can be used for additional cameras. If a feed is blank, no video is currently hooked up.

4. Set Up Video Triggers:

   • Select Edit Triggers.

   • For example, if you have a rear camera and want it to activate in reverse:

     • Scroll to the Reverse with separator on and Reverse with separator off options.

     • Turn both on, then assign to the camera feed (e.g., Camera 2 for rear camera).

5. Configure Timeout Settings:

   • Choose Auto for the camera to turn off as soon as you shift out of reverse.

   • Alternatively, set a delay so the camera remains active for a set number of seconds after returning to forward gear.

6. Save and Exit:

   • After assigning triggers and timeouts, close out of the menu.

   • Repeat for other desired triggers, such as grain tank full (e.g., assign to Camera 3).

Video Triggers Example

If you want your rear camera to display only when reversing, simply enable triggers for reverse and assign the proper camera feed. Most operators find that the “Auto” timeout option works best for seamless use.

Setting Up Bluetooth

Want to pair your phone for hands-free calling or audio? Here’s how to connect via Bluetooth:

Bluetooth Pairing Instructions

1. Access Phone Settings:

   • Select Menu on your display.

   • Choose Phone.

2. Pair a Device:

   • Tap Pair Device.

   • A pairing code will appear on the screen.

3. Connect Your Phone:

   • Enable Bluetooth discovery on your phone.

   • Enter the pairing code when prompted.

4. Finish Setup:

   • Once the pairing code is accepted, your phone will be connected.

Now your Generation 4 display is ready for hands-free communication!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What do I do if my camera feed is blank?
A: Make sure your camera is properly connected. Blank screens indicate no video input for that feed.

Q: Can I trigger multiple cameras at once?
A: Yes—assign any video trigger (like reverse or grain tank full) to any available camera feed.

Q: How do I remove a video trigger?
A: Go back into Edit Triggers, turn off the undesired trigger, and save your changes.