Baseline Systems BL-Commander User Manual

The Baseline Commander

The Baseline Commander

The Baseline CommanderThe Baseline Commander

Irrigation Remote Control

Operation and Installation Manual

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................... 3

WARRANTY ................................................................................................................. 3

FCC REGULATIONS.................................................................................................... 3

Models and Description.................................................................................................. 4

Transmitter.................................................................................................................. 4

Receivers..................................................................................................................... 4

Special Features.............................................................................................................. 5

The Transmitter Key Pad................................................................................................ 7

Transmitter Operating Instructions................................................................................. 8

Error Tone................................................................................................................... 8

Low Battery Tone....................................................................................................... 8

Valve On/Valve Off.................................................................................................... 8

Auto Up/Auto Back ........................................................................................................ 9

Multiple Zones................................................................................................................ 9

Time Duration............................................................................................................... 10

Installing the Mobile Receiver...................................................................................... 13

Installing the Universal Receiver.................................................................................. 14

Wiring Your Universal Receiver Connection System.................................................. 15

Trouble Shooting Chart................................................................................................. 16

Optional Parts................................................................................................................ 17

32 Station Connector Wiring Color Codes................................................................... 18

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! You have just purchased the most advanced irrigation remote control available - the

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who appreciate the importance of high standards, product quality and timely service. All of our remote control
products do not require site surveys, base stations or FCC licensing.

Commander. We welcome you to the growing family of satisfied

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Irrigation product users

WARRANTY

All Baseline Commander products carry a “THREE YEAR WARRANTY”.
For three years from the date of purchase.

to be found defective due to workmanship or materials. This warranty does not extend to damage to a

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accident.
This warranty extends only to an original user of Baseline Commander product(s). In no event shall

Irrigation be liable for incidental or consequential damages. All implied warranties are limited in duration to
three years following date of purchase. These exclusions or limitations apply only in those states where
permitted by law.

Irrigation Remotes product resulting from misuse, neglect or abuse, improper installation or

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Irrigation will repair or replace any of its products or parts

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FCC REGULATIONS

The user of this remote control device does not need an FCC license. The Receiver has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The
Transmitter has been tested and found to comply with Part 95 Subpart E. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment.

Canadian Certification #32151021261

Models and Description

Transmitter

Baseline Commander Transmitter is the hand-held part of your remote system. Any 24VAC

solenoid valve sprinkler system equipped with a Baseline Commander or compatible Universal
Receiver can be operated with this Transmitter. The Transmitter operates on one replaceable 9-volt
alkaline battery.

Note: The battery must be alkaline or the transmitter will not operate.

Receivers

Baseline Commander Mobile Receiver Units attach easily to the controller. Attaching the Baseline
Commander Mobile Receiver allows all zones of the controller to be operated. The Baseline
Commander Mobile Receiver comes with direct connects and remotely connected external antennas.
Maximum range is achieved by installing the external antenna to the controller cabinet.

Baseline Commander-Universal Receiver is compatible with all 24VAC solenoid valve sprinkler
systems and is capable of operating 32 stations per controller. This portable Receiver connects easily
with a permanent connector hard wired to the terminal strip and a custom housing mounted on the
controller for quick plug in.

Special Features:

• Connects to any 24VAC sprinkler system

• Silent Running

-Turn off all of the zones from 1 - 7 days

• Adjustable Time Duration

-2 Minutes to 2 Hours (default 20 minutes)

• Multiple Receiver operation from a single Transmitter

- Field programmable dipswitches offer 199 unique Receiver numbers

• Programmable security codes

-9999 different security group codes

• Audible low power indicator

-Field replaceable 9 volt battery

• Master Valve disable key

-Pump Start/Master Valve

Getting To Know the Transmitter

The Baseline Commander Transmitter sends a proprietary FM signal to the Commander Receiver(s)
turning on or off selected valves. With each valve activation or deactivation, the Pump Start/Master
Valve station, when used, is automatically turned on or off unless "MV Off" has been pressed.

The Transmitter is designed for minimal power consumption to extend the life of the battery. The
Transmitter power is normally off. Once any key has been pressed, power is automatically turned on
for about ten seconds to allow your command sequence to be completed before the Transmitter
automatically turns the power off and erases the command sequence from memory.

Transmitter uses one replaceable 9V Alkaline