Rain Bird ESP-Me User Manual
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ESP-Me Controller User Manual
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Manual del usuario del Controlador ESP-Me
Manuel d’utilisation du programmateur ESP-Me
Manual do utilizador do programador ESP-Me
English ............................... 2
Español ............................36
Français............................70
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Português ..................... 104
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Technical Support
Questions?
For help setting up and operating
the Rain Bird ESP-Me Controller,
scan the QR code to visit
www.rainbird.com/espme
Additional user documentation is available under the
Manuals & Literature tab, including:
• User Manual (this document)
• Quick Reference Guide
• Programming Guide
• Foreign Language Support
To learn more about Rain Bird irrigation systems and
our Rain Bird Academy training programs, visit:
www.rainbirdservices.com/training
To see instructional videos for the ESP-Me, visit
www.youtube.com/
Disposal of Electronic Waste
In compliance with European Directive 2002/96/
CE and EURONORM EN50419:2005, this device
must not be thrown away with household garbage. This device must be the object of an
appropriate, selective removal procedure in
order to recuperate it.
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Technical Support ......................................................... 2
Disposal of Electronic Waste ...........................................2
Introduction ..................................................5
Welcome to Rain Bird ................................................... 5
The Intelligent Use of Water® .........................................5
ESP-Me Controller Features ........................................ 5
WiFi Enabled .........................................................................6
Installation ...................................................7
Mount Controller .......................................................... 7
Wiring Connections ...................................................... 8
Connect Valves ....................................................................8
Connect Master Valve (optional) ...................................8
Connect Pump Start Relay (optional) ..........................9
Connect Rain/Freeze Sensor (optional) ................... 10
Connect Power ................................................................. 11
Station Expansion Modules ...................................... 13
Install Modules ................................................................. 13
Station Numbering ......................................................... 14
Module Conguration ................................................... 14
Complete Controller Installation .............................15
English
Normal Operation ......................................16
Controls and Indicators .............................................16
AUTO RUN ..........................................................................17
OFF ........................................................................................ 17
Program-Based Scheduling ...................................... 18
Program Stacking ............................................................ 18
Common Programming Error .....................................19
Basic Programming ....................................20
1. Set Date and Time ..................................................20
2. Set Watering Start Times ......................................20
3. Set Station Run Times ...........................................21
4. Set Watering Days .................................................. 21
Custom Days of the Week ............................................. 21
Manual Watering Options ..........................22
Test All Stations ........................................................... 22
Run a Single Station ................................................... 22
Run a Single Program ................................................23
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Contents
Advanced Programming ............................24
Odd or Even Calendar Days ......................................24
Cyclic Days ....................................................................24
Rain Sensor .................................................................. 25
Seasonal Adjust ...........................................................26
Delay Watering ............................................................26
Permanent Days O ...................................................27
Total Run Time Calculator
By Program ..................................................................27
Special Features .........................................28
Options ....................................................... 29
Reset Button ................................................................ 29
Remote Accessories ....................................................29
Remote Programming ...............................................30
Battery Life ................................................................... 30
Troubleshooting .........................................31
Error Detection ............................................................31
Programming Errors (blinking LED) .......................... 31
Electrical Errors (non-blinking LED) .......................... 31
Clearing Electrical Error Alarms .................................. 31
Watering Issues ...........................................................32
Electrical Issues (solid LED illuminated) ................. 34
Safety Information...........................................................35
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Introduction
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Welcome to Rain Bird
Thank you for choosing Rain Bird’s ESP-Me controller.
In this manual are step by step instructions for how to
install and operate the ESP-Me.
The Intelligent Use of Water®
We believe it is our responsibility at Rain Bird to
develop products that use water eciently.
ESP-Me Controller Features
Feature Description
Maximum Stations 22 (with optional Station Modules)
Master Valve or Pump Start
Relay
Start Times 6
Programs 4
Program Cycles Custom Days, Odd, Even and Cyclic
Permanent Days Off Supported
Master Valve Control On/Off per station
Rain Delay Supported
Rain/Freeze Sensor Supported
Sensor Bypass By station
Seasonal Adjust Global or by program
Manual Station Run Yes
Manual Program Run Yes
Manual Test All Stations Yes
Short Detect Yes
Delay Between Stations Yes
Accessory Port Yes (5 pin)
Save & Restore Programming Yes
WiFi Enabled Yes
Supported
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Introduction
WiFi Enabled
The LNK WiFi Module allows remote connection to a Rain Bird
ESP-Me Controller using an Apple iOS or Android compatible
smart device. The mobile application allows remote access
and conguration of one or more irrigation controllers.
For more information on the LNK WiFi Module and the value
this product can provide for your ESP-Me controller, please
visit: http://wi-pro.rainbird.com
LNK WiFi Module
(sold separately)
Manage Sites
Remotely
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Installation
Mount Controller
Drive a mounting screw into the wall, leaving an
A
1/8 inch gap between the screw head and the
wall surface (use the supplied wall anchors if
necessary), as shown.
Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller
B
unit and hang it securely on the mounting screw.
Open the front panel, and drive three additional
C
screws through the open holes inside the
controller and into the wall, as shown.
C
VT MV COM 567 11 12 13 17 18 19
GND
1234 8910141516202122
SENS
24VAC
VT MV COM
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A
1/8 IN.
B
1234
VT=VALVETEST
CONNECT
120 VAC
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Wiring Connections
Connect Valves
Route all eld wires through the opening at the
A
bottom or back of the unit. Attach conduit if
desired, as shown.
WARNING: Do not route the valve wires through
the same opening as the power wiring.
Connect one wire from each valve to the terminal
B
on the base module or Station Module that
corresponds to the desired station number (1-22).
Connect a eld common wire (C) to the common
C
terminal (C) on the base module. Then connect
the remaining wire from each valve to the eld
common wire, as shown.
To perform a Valve Test, connect the common wire
D
to the “COM” terminal and the power wire to the “VT”
terminal. This will immediately turn the valve “ON” .
Connect Master Valve (optional)
Connect a wire from the master valve to the master
E
valve terminal (MV) on the base module. Then
connect the remaining wire from the master valve
to the eld common wire, as shown.
E C
B
A
2
SENS
1
MV
MASTER
VALVE
C
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Connect Pump Start Relay (optional)
The ESP-Me can control a pump start relay, to turn the
pump on and o as needed.
Connect a wire from the pump start relay (PSR)
A
to the master valve terminal (MV) on the base
module. Then connect another wire from the
pump start relay to the eld common wire, as
shown.
To avoid the possibility of damage to the pump,
B
connect a short jumper wire from any unused
terminal(s) to the nearest terminal in use, as
shown.
NOTE: The ESP-Me controller DOES NOT pro-
vide power for a pump. The relay must be wired
according to manufacturer instructions.
For the most up to date compatibility list of pump
start relays, visit our website at:
www.rainbird.com/controllersupport:
NOTE: Connec-
tion to pump
and external
power not
shown. Refer to
pump installation instructions.
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B
2
1
PSR
PUMP START
RELAY
C
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Connect Rain/Freeze Sensor (optional)
The ESP-Me controller can be set to obey or ignore a
rain sensor. Refer to the Rain Sensor section under
Advanced Programming.
Remove the yellow jumper wire from the SENS
A
terminals on the controller.
NOTE: Do not remove the yellow jumper wire
unless connecting a rain sensor.
Connect both rain sensor wires to the SENS
B
terminals, as shown.
WARNING: Do not route the rain sensor wires
through the same opening as the power wiring.
NOTE: Rain Bird controllers are only compatible
with normally closed rain sensors.
NOTE: For wireless rain/freeze sensors, refer to
installation instructions for sensor.
B
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Connect Power
WARNING: DO NOT plug in the transformer or
connect external power until you have completed and checked all wiring connections.
WARNING: Electric shock can cause severe injury
or death. Make sure power supply is turned OFF
before connecting power wires.
Electrical Specications
Input 230VAC, 0.2AMP, 50/60Hz
Output 25.5VAC, 1.0AMP, 50/60Hz
Power Wiring Connections
230 VAC (International)
Brown supply wire (hot) to the brown transformer wire
labeled with “L”
Blue supply wire (neutral) to the blue transformer wire
labeled with “N”
Green-with-yellow-stripe supply wire (ground) to the
green-with-yellow-stripe transformer wire
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Installation
Locate the transformer wiring compartment in
A
the lower left corner of the controller unit. Use a
screwdriver to remove the cover and expose the
transformer connection wires.
Route the three external power source wires
B
through the conduit opening at the bottom of
the unit and into the wiring compartment.
Connect the external power source wires (two
C
power and one ground) to the transformer
connection wires inside the wiring compartment.
WARNING: Ground wire must be connected to
provide electrical surge protection. Permanently
mounted conduit shall be used for connecting
main voltage to the controller.
NOTE: Use either the provided wire nuts or the
installed connector for this step.
Verify that all wiring connections are secure,
D
then replace the wiring compartment cover and
secure it with the screw.
C
L
N
A
B
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Station Expansion Modules
Optional Station Modules are installed in the empty
slots to the right of the base module to increase the
station capacity up to 22 stations.
NOTE: 6-Station module is compatible only with
the ESP-Me. They are not backwards compatible
with the previous ESP-M vintage controller.
NOTE: For ideal station sequencing, it is rec-
ommended that a 6-Station module always be
installed in Bay 2. For more details see the Station
Numbering section.
Base Module
(included)
Expansion Modules
(sold separately)
Install Modules
Verify the securing lever on the module is in the
A
unlocked position (slide to the left).
Place the module under the desired slot between
B
the plastic rails.
Push the module up into the slot until secure.
C
Slide the securing lever to the locked position
D
(slide to the right).
REPEAT for additional modules.
NOTE: Modules can be installed or removed with
OR without AC power connected. They are considered “hot-swappable”.
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VT MV COM
3-STATION
(ESPSM3)
6-STATION
(ESPSM6)
BC
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Station Numbering
Fixed Station Numbering Description
The controller is congured with Fixed Station Numbering. Each bay is set up to accept a 6 station module
and reserve the station number for future use if a 6 station module is NOT installed in Bays 2, 3 or 4.
Station numbers are pre-assigned as follows:
Bay 1 Bay 2 Bay 3 Bay 4
VT MV COM 567 11 12 13 17 18 19
1234 8910141516202122
VT MV COM
Example Of Recommended Installation For 19 Stations
Module Conguration
Example of installation with station numbering gaps:
• A total of 19 stations are installed.
• The Base Module is installed in Bay 1 and uses Stations 1 through 4.
• A 6-Station Expansion Module is installed in Bays 2
and 3 using Stations 5 through 16.
• A 3-Station module is installed in Bay 4 and uses
stations numbered 17 through 19.
Because a 3-Station module is installed in Bay 4, only
the rst three station numbers assigned to that bay will
be used and the unused numbers will be “reserved” for
future use.
NOTE: During programming, the controller will
skip any unused station numbers, creating a gap
in station numbering.
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As an example: a 3-Station module was installed in
Bay 4, so stations 20-22 will be unavailable for programming. During programming the missing stations
will show on the display as 20SKIP, 21SKIP, etc.
The screen displays “20SKIP” with the “20” ashing to
indicate that Station 20 (and also 21-22) are unused
and unavailable for programming.
Complete Controller Installation
Reinstall and reconnect the front panel.
A
Apply power to the controller and test the system.
B
NOTE: The electrical connections can be checked
even if water is not available. If water is available
and you would like to test some or all of your stations, use the Test All Stations feature of the controller.
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Normal Operation
Normal Operation
Controls and Indicators
Key operational features of the ESP-Me Controller:
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OFF
Disables automatic
irrigation
TEST ALL STATIONS
MANUAL WATERING
Start watering any or all
stations immediately
RAIN SENSOR
Set controller to obey
or ignore a rain sensor
DELAY WATERING
Up to 14 days
SEASONAL ADJUST
Adjust Run Times
from 5% up to 200%
WATER DAY(S) OPTIONS
By Day, Odd, Even or Cyclic
AUTO RUN
Watering occurs
automatically
WATERING DAYS
Select days to
allow watering
DATE/TIME
Set the current
Date and Time
BACK/NEXT BUTTONS
Select programming
options
START TIMES
Set up to 6 Start
Times per program
HOLD TO START
Manual irrigation
RUN TIMES
Set Run Times for
each program
ALARM
INDICATOR
PROGRAM
SELECT
BUTTON
Select Program
A, B, C or D
– / + BUTTONS
Adjust program
settings
AUTO RUN
AUTO RUN is the normal operating mode. Return the
dial to AUTO RUN when programming is complete..
During Watering:
The display shows a blinking sprinkler symbol, the
active Station Number or Program, and the Remaining
Run Time.
• To cancel watering, turn the dial to OFF for three
seconds until the screen shows OFF.
To Manually Start a Program:
Press the PROGRAM SELECT button to select a
A
program.
Press the HOLD TO START button to immediately
B
run the displayed program.
OFF
Turn the dial to OFF to stop automatic irrigation or to
cancel all active watering immediately.
CAUTION: Watering will NOT occur if the controller
remains in OFF.
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Program-Based Scheduling
The ESP-Me uses a programmed-based scheduling
method to create irrigation schedules.
For each Program (A, B, C and D):
Select Watering Days (Custom, Odd/Even, Cyclic)
A
and Start Times that apply globally to the entire
program.
Assign a Run Time to each available station
B
number to run during the selected program.
Program START Station Scheduled Start Actual Start Run Times
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With Program Stacking,
Program B only starts
when Program A is
nished
A 1
B 1
2 8:30 AM 30 MIN
st
3 9:00 AM 30 MIN
4 9:30 AM 30 MIN
5
6 10:30 AM 30 MIN
st
7 11:00 AM 30 MIN
8 11:30 AM 30 MIN
Program Stacking
If any programs have Start Times that overlap, the ESPMe will “stack” the Start Times. When all Stations have
run in Program A, then Program B will start watering.
Individual stations will water in sequential order.
As an example: Program A and B are both set to start
at 8:00 AM. But Program B will not run until Program A
is nished.
8:00 AM 30 MIN
8:00 AM
10:00 AM 30 MIN
8:00 AM
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Common Programming Error
The most common programming error for any program-based controller is multiple Program Start Times
that cause watering cycles to repeat.
st
As an example: Program A has a 1
run at 8:00 AM. With program stacking, each Station
will run in order, until all zones are watered. There’s no
need to set each Station to run separately.
nd
In this example, a 2
Start Time has mistakenly been
set for 8:30 AM, which means that some zones would
be watered twice that morning.
Program START Station Scheduled Start Actual Start Run Times
Multiple Start Times
cause Stations to
water repeatedly.
A 1
To x, remove the
nd
additional 2
Time
Start
A 2
Start Time set to
1
2 8:30 AM 30 MIN
st
3 9:00 AM 30 MIN
4 9:30 AM 30 MIN
1
nd
2 10:30 AM 30 MIN
3 11:00 AM 30 MIN
4 11:30 AM 30 MIN
8:00 AM
8:30 AM
NOTE: Only assign Run Times in a Program for sta-
tions you want to water. If you do not want a specic station to run in a selected program then set
the Run Time to zero.
8:00 AM 30 MIN
10:00 AM 30 MIN
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Basic Programming
Basic Programming
1. Set Date and Time
Turn the dial to SET DATE
2. Set Watering Start Times
Up to six Start Times are available for each program.
A
B
C
A
B
C
To change the time format (12 hour or 24 hour):
A
B
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Press or to select the setting to change.
Press or to change the setting value.
Press and hold or to accelerate adjustments.
Turn the dial to SET TIME.
Press or to select the setting to change.
Press or to change the setting value.
Press and hold or to accelerate adjustments.
With MINUTES blinking, press .
Press or to select the desired time format,
then press to return to the time setting.
Turn the dial to SET WATERING START TIMES
Press PROGRAM SELECT to choose the desired
A
Program (if necessary).
Press or to select an available Start Time.
B
Press or to set the selected Start Time
C
(ensure the AM/PM setting is correct).
Press to set additional Start Times.
D
NOTE: The OFF Position for any start time is
between 11:45 PM and 12:00 AM.
3. Set Station Run Times
Run Times can be set from one minute up to six hours.
Turn the dial to SET STATION RUN TIMES
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4. Set Watering Days
Custom Days of the Week
Set watering to occur on specic days of the week.
Press PROGRAM SELECT to choose the desired
A
Program (if necessary).
Press or to select a Station.
B
Press or to set the Run Time for the selected
C
Station.
Press to set additional Station Run Times.
D
Turn the dial to
ADVANCED WATERING CYCLES
Press PROGRAM SELECT to choose the desired
A
Program (if necessary).
Press or to select BY DAY.
B
Turn the dial to MON.
C
Press or to set the selected (blinking) day as
D
either ON or OFF, then turn the dial to the next
day of the week.
REPEAT to select additional days as desired for
the selected program.
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Manual Watering Options
Manual Watering Options
Test All Stations
Verify operation of valves in the system.
Turn the dial to TEST ALL STATIONS.
Press or to set a Run Time.
A
Press the HOLD TO START button.
B
Turn the dial to AUTO RUN after display shows
C
TESTING.
During Testing:
The display shows a blinking sprinkler symbol, the
active Station Number or Program, and the Remaining
Run Time.
To cancel the test, turn the dial to OFF for three
D
seconds until the screen shows OFF.
Run a Single Station
Start watering immediately for a single station.
Turn the dial to MANUAL STATION.
Press or to select a Station.
A
Press or to set a Run Time.
B
Press the HOLD TO START button.
C
Irrigation will begin and “STARTED” will appear
D
on the display.
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Run a Single Program
Start watering immediately for one program.
Turn the dial to MANUAL PROGRAM.
Press PROGRAM SELECT to choose the desired
A
Program (if necessary). The total run time for the
program is displayed.
Press the HOLD TO START button to begin
B
watering start the selected Program.
REPEAT as desired to queue additional programs
to run manually.
NOTE: A maximum of 38 stations can be queued
across all four programs.
Irrigation will begin and “STARTED” will appear
C
on the display.
Press the ADVANCE STATION button to
D
advance to the next station if desired.
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Manual Watering Options
During Manual Watering (Single Station or Single
Program):
The display shows a blinking sprinkler symbol, the
active Station Number or Program, and the Remaining
Run Time.
• To cancel manual watering, turn the dial to OFF for
three seconds until the screen shows OFF.
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Advanced Programming
Advanced Programming
Odd or Even Calendar Days
Set watering to occur on all ODD or EVEN calendar days.
Turn the dial to
ADVANCED WATERING CYCLES
Press PROGRAM SELECT to choose the desired
A
Program (if necessary).
Press or to select ODD or EVEN.
B
NOTE: ODD or EVEN is displayed when the dial is
turned to any day of the week position.
Cyclic Days
Set watering to occur at specic intervals, such as
every 2 days, or every 3 days, etc.
Turn the dial to
ADVANCED WATERING CYCLES.
Press PROGRAM SELECT to choose the desired
A
Program (if necessary).
Press or to select CYCLIC, then press
B
Press or to set the desired DAY CYCLE, then
C
press
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Press or to set the DAYS REMAINING before
D
the cycle begins. The NEXT watering day updates
on the display to indicate the day that watering
will start as shown.
Rain Sensor
Set the controller to obey or ignore a rain sensor.
When set to ACTIVE, automatic irrigation will be suspended if rainfall is detected. When set to BYPASS all
programs will ignore the rain sensor.
Turn the dial to RAIN SENSOR.
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• Press
(ignore).
or to select ACTIVE (obey) or BYPASS
Legend Rain Sensor Icon Status
Active
Bypassed
Rain detected
NOTE: See Special Features to set Rain Sensor
Bypass by Station.
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Advanced Programming
Seasonal Adjust
Increase or decrease program run times by a selected
percentage (5% to 200%).
As an example: If the Seasonal Adjust is set to 100%
and the station Run Time is programmed for 10 minutes, the station will run for 10 minutes. If the Seasonal
Adjust is set to 50%, the station will run for 5 minutes.
Turn the dial to SEASONAL ADJUST.
Press or to increase or decrease the global
A
percentage setting.
To adjust an individual Program, press PROGRAM
B
SELECT to choose the desired Program (if
necessary).
Delay Watering
Suspend watering for up to 14 days.
Turn the dial to DELAY WATERING.
Press or to set the DAYS REMAINING. The
A
NEXT watering day will update on the display to
indicate when watering will resume.
To cancel a Rain Delay, set the DAYS REMAINING
B
back to 0.
NOTE: When the delay expires, automatic irriga-
tion resumes as scheduled.
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Permanent Days O
Prevent watering on selected days of the week (for
Odd, Even or Cyclic programming only).
Turn the dial to 1 MON.
(or any desired day)
Press PROGRAM SELECT to choose the desired
A
Program (if necessary).
Press and HOLD both and at the same time
B
until the Permanent Days O screen is displayed.
Press to set the selected (blinking) day as a
C
Permanent Day O or press to leave the day
ON.
Total Run Time Calculator By Program
View the Total Run Time for an entire program.
The controller can determine the Total Run Time of a
program by adding up all the Run Times for each station in that program.
Turn the dial to MANUAL PROGRAM.
The Total Run Time for PGM A is displayed.
A
Press the PROGRAM SELECT button to view the
B
Total Run Time for the next program.
NOTE: The run time displayed for each program
is the seasonally adjusted run time and only
includes one start time.
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Special Features
Special Features
Turn the dial to the desired position indicated
A
below for each Special Feature.
Press and hold and at the same time.
B
SAVE PROGRAMS
BYPASS RAIN SENSOR FOR
ANY STATION
Tells an individual station to
obey or ignore a rain sensor.
RESET TO FACTORY
DEFAULTS
All programmed schedules
will be erased.
DELAY BETWEEN VALVES
A station delay (from 1 second to 9 hours)
ensures that a valve has completely closed
before the next one opens.
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RESTORE SAVED
PROGRAMS
PERMANENT DAYS OFF
Prevent watering on selected
days of the week.
SET MASTER VALVE BY STATION
Allows a station to be controlled by a
master valve or pump start relay.
Options
Reset Button
If the controller is not working properly, you can try
pressing RESET.
• Insert a small tool such as a paper clip, into the
access hole and press until the controller is reset.
All previously programmed watering schedules
will remain stored in memory.
RESET
Remote Accessories
A 5 pin accessory port is available for Rain Bird
approved external devices, including:
• LNK WiFi Module
• LIMR Receiver Quick Connect harness
PORT
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Options
Remote Programming
Program the front panel remotely on battery power.
The front panel can be removed from the controller
and programmed remotely using a 9 volt battery for
power. Settings can be programmed for all 22 stations
regardless of which station modules are installed in
the controller.
NOTE: This is useful if a contractor wants to pro-
gram the controller prior to installation on site.
Remove the front panel.
A
Install a 9V battery in the battery compartment.
B
Program the controller.
C
NOTE: Program information is stored in nonvola-
tile memory so it is never lost if the front panel
loses power.
Replace the front panel (refer to Complete
D
Installation in the Installation section).
NOTE: After the front panel is re-installed, any
station that does not have a corresponding Station Module installed will function as though the
run time is zero.
Battery Life
If the display repeatedly shows “-- -- -- -- --” when using
a 9V battery for remote programming, replace the battery.
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