Rain Bird IQ Installation & User Manual

IQ™ Network Communication Cartridge

(IQ-NCC)

Installation & User Guide for the IQ™ Central Control System

Symbols

b

NOTE: Symbol alerts the user to important operating,

functionality, installation or maintenance instructions.

c

WARNING: Symbol alerts the user to the presence of

electricity or electromagnetic energy which may constitute
a risk of electric shock, radiation exposure or other hazard.

d

CAUTION: Symbol alerts the user to important instructions

or conditions that could seriously affect irrigation effectivity
or device operation.

g

DIAL: Symbol alerts user of requirement to turn the dial

on the device to an appropriate setting in order to follow
subsequent instructions.

e

REPEAT: Symbol indicates that a repetition of previous

steps or actions may be required in order to continue or
complete the process of programming the device.

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Contents

Introduction .................................................. 1

Welcome to Rain Bird ........................................... 1

About This Manual ................................................................. 1

ESP-LX Series Controllers .................................................... 1

IQ™ Central Control System .................................. 1

IQ™ Network Communication Cartridge .................... 1

Types of IQ™ Satellite Controllers .................................... 2

Direct Satellite .....................................................................2

Server Satellite ..................................................................... 2

Client Satellite ...................................................................... 2

Products Covered in this Manual ........................ 2

Figure 1 - IQ™ Network Communication

Cartridge ................................................................................ 3

Installation .................................................... 4

IQ™ Network Communication Cartridge

Components ......................................................... 4

Network Communication Cartridge ............................. 4

IQ Port Cable or Antenna ................................................... 4

Connection Module (CM) ................................................... 4

Connection Module (CM) Port Cable............................ 4

Radio Modem Cable .............................................................4

Configuration Options ......................................... 4

Figure 2 - Installation Overview .................................. 5

Box Contents ........................................................ 6

Figure 3 - Box Contents ................................................... 7

Cartridge Installation .......................................... 8

Access Controller Cabinet .................................................. 8

Remove the Communication Cable Knock-out ...... 9

Install an External Antenna for LXMM ........................10

Install the Cartridge.............................................................12

Figure 4 - Installation/ Cable Options ....................13

Complete Cable Connections ........................................15

Internal Antenna Installation ..........................................18

IQ-NCC Configuration ........................................ 20

Direct Satellite Setup Wizard ..........................................20

Server Satellite Setup Wizard ..........................................22

Client Satellite Setup Wizard ...........................................24

NCC Configurator Software ............................... 25

Operation .................................................... 26

Controls and Indicators ..................................... 26

Reset Button ...........................................................................26

LED Indicators ........................................................................26

Table 1 - IQ Port LED Indicators .................................27

Table 2 - CM Port LED Indicators ..............................28

Table 3 - Radio Port LED Indicators .........................28

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Status Menu ....................................................... 29

Direct Satellite Controllers ...............................................29

RS-232, Phone or Ethernet ...........................................29

GPRS or WiFi ........................................................................30

Server Satellite Controllers ..............................................31

RS-232, Phone or Ethernet ...........................................31

GPRS or WiFi ........................................................................32

Client Satellite Controllers ...............................................33

IQNet Alarms Menu ............................................ 34

Appendix ..................................................... 36

Connection Modules .......................................... 36

Connection Module Options ..........................................36

Base Module .......................................................................36

Flow Smart Module .........................................................36

IQ Connection Module ..................................................37

IQ Flow Smart Connection Module .........................37

Connection Module Installation ...................................38

Connect IQ-CM Grounding Wire ..............................40

SIM Card Installation ......................................... 41

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IQ Network Communication Cartridge

Welcome to Rain Bird

Thank you for purchasing your new state-of-the-art Rain
Bird IQ Network Communication Cartridge (IQ-NCC) for the
IQ Central Control System. For more than seven decades,
Rain Bird has led the irrigation industry in meeting all of your
water management needs by providing the highest quality
products and services available.

About This Manual

This manual is an addendum to ESP-LX Series Controller
Installation & Operations Guides. The instructions in this
manual guide you through installing an IQ-NCC Cartridge
in an ESP-LX Controller (not included), connecting the
communication cables or antenna, and conguring the
cartridge for communication with the IQ computer or IQ
Server Satellite Controller.

ESP-LX Series Controllers

Rain Bird ESP-LXME and ESP-LXD controllers normally
operate as stand-alone irrigation controllers, but can be
upgraded to become eld components of the IQ Central
Control System with the installation of an IQ Network
Communications Cartridge.

IQ™ Central Control System

The IQ Central Control System provides remote
communication capability for programming and monitoring
multiple ESP-LXME and ESP-LXD Satellite Controllers from a
single personal computer.

IQ™ Network Communication Cartridge

The addition of an IQ Network Communication Cartridge
(IQ-NCC) turns a new or existing ESP-LXME or ESP-LXD into
an IQ Satellite Controller.

Five types of Network Communication Cartridges are
available to provide communication with the IQ Central
Computer:

l

RS-232 (External Modem or Computer Direct Connect­also used for IQ Client Satellite Communication with an IQ
Server Satellite)

l

Phone (Telco)

l

Ethernet (Wired LAN Network)

l

GPRS (Cellular)

l

WiFi (Wireless LAN Network)

Introduction

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Types of IQ™ Satellite Controllers

IQ Satellite Controllers are congured as either a Direct,
Server, or Client Satellite. The dierences and capabilities
of each are listed below:

Direct Satellite

Direct Satellites communicate with the IQ Central Computer
through a wired or wireless connection to an IQ-NCC. Direct
Satellites do not communicate with other Satellites.

Server Satellite

Server Satellites communicate with the IQ Central Computer
through a wired or wireless connection with an IQ-NCC.
Communication with up to 149 Client Satellites over the
IQNet is accomplished using a radio modem or a high-speed
communication cable connection. (An optional IQ-FSCM­LXME or IQ-CM-LXD Connection Module must be installed
to establish a cable connection.)

Client Satellite

Client Satellites communicate with the Server or other
Client Satellites over the IQNet using a radio modem or a
high-speed communication cable connection. (An optional
IQ-FSCM-LXME or IQ-CM-LXD Connection Module must be
installed to establish a cable connection.)

Products Covered in this Manual

This manual describes the installation of the following
Rain Bird IQ™ products:

l

RS-232 Network Communication Cartridge (IQ-NCC-RS)

l

Phone Network Communication Cartridge (IQ-NCC-PH)

l

Ethernet Network Communication Cartridge (IQ-NCC-EN)

l

GPRS/Cellular Network Communication Cartridge
(IQ-NCC-GP)

l

WiFi Network Communication Cartridge (IQ-NCC-WF)

l

GPRS/Cellular External Antenna (IQ-EXTANT-GP)

l

WiFi External Antenna (IQ-EXTANT-WF)

l

IQ-FSCM-LXME Flow Smart Connection Module

l

IQ-CM-LXD Connection Module

b

NOTE: The IQ-NCC-GP cartridge requires a SIM card
and GPRS/cellular telemetry service account that is
not provided and must be purchased separately. See
the SIM Card Installation section in the Appendix for
details.

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Figure 1 - IQ™ Network Communication Cartridge

(IQ-NCC-GP shown)

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IQ Network Communication Cartridge

Installation

This section provides instructions for installing and
conguring an IQ Network Communication Cartridge into
an ESP-LXME or ESP-LXD controller.

IQ™ Network Communication
Cartridge Components

Network Communication Cartridge

Five types of cartridges are available to communicate with
the IQ Central Computer through a direct cable connection,
external modem, phone line, wired or wireless LAN, or a
GPRS/Cellular network.

IQ Port Cable or Antenna

The IQ Port cable or antenna provides communication with
the IQ Central Computer.

Connection Module (CM)

The Connection Module (CM) installed in your ESP-LX
Controller allows high-speed cable communication between
Server and Client Satellites on the IQNet.

Connection Module (CM) Port Cable

The Connection Module (CM) Port cable provides the
connection between the IQ-NCC and the CM.

Radio Modem Cable

A radio modem can also be connected to the IQ-NCC to
provide wireless radio communication between Server and
Client Satellites on the IQNet.

Configuration Options

Before beginning installation, the following conguration
options need to be determined and/or identied:

l

Type of Cartridge (RS, PH, EN, GP, or WF)

l

Type of Satellite Controller (Direct, Server, Client)

l

Type of communication with other satellites (wireless
connection using a radio modem, wired connection using
an IQNet PE Communication Cable, or none)

l

Controller model (ESP-LXME or ESP-LXD)

l

Type of connection to the IQ computer (direct cable
connect, external modem, phone cord, Ethernet cable,
cellular or WiFi antenna)

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Figure 2 - Installation Overview

3

A

ESP-LX Controller Front Panel

B

IQ Network Communication
Cartridge (IQ-NCC-EN shown)

C

Connection Module (CM) Cable
(CM Y-Cable shown)
a. To IQNet Radio Modem
b. To Connection Module

D

IQ Port Cable (or Antenna)

E

Ground Wire (to earth ground)

F

IQNet PE Communication
Cable to other Satellites

G

Connection Module
(FSCM-LXME shown)

3

4

5

6

3

7

1

2

b.

a.

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Box Contents

The following components are included with each IQ-NCC
and are required for installation.

b

NOTE: If anything is missing, please contact your
distributor before proceeding.

1. IQ Network Communication Cartridge
(ONE of the following):

l

IQ-NCC-RS (RS-232)

l

IQ-NCC-PH (Phone)

l

IQ-NCC-EN (Ethernet)

l

IQ-NCC-GP (GPRS/Cellular)

l

IQ-NCC-WF (WiFi)

2. Cartridge to Connection Module cables
(BOTH of the following):

l

CM Y-Cable.

l

CM Straight Cable

3. IQ Computer Connection Cable or Antenna
(ONE of the following):

l

RS-232 External Modem Cable (IQ-NCC-RS)

l

RJ-11 Phone Cord (IQ-NCC-PH)

l

RJ-45 Ethernet Cable (IQ-NCC-EN)

l

GPRS/Cellular Internal Antenna (IQ-NCC-GP)

l

WiFi Internal Antenna (IQ-NCC-WF)

4. Installation & User Guide

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Figure 3 - Box Contents

CM Y-Cable

(black)

CM Straight

Cable (black)

RS-232 External

Modem Cable

(Beige)

RJ-11 Phone
Cord (Silver)

RJ-45 Ethernet

Cable (Green)

GPRS/Cellular

Internal

Antenna (Gold)

WiFi Internal

Antenna (Gold)

Installation &

User Guide

IQ Network

Communication

Cartridge (IQ-NCC)

Connection Module

(CM) Cables

IQ Port Cable

Options

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Cartridge Installation

This section provides steps required to install an IQ-NCC
and connect the required cables. The steps apply to all types
of cartridges with any dierences explained separately.

Access Controller Cabinet

A

Unlock and open the outer door of the ESP-LX Series
Controller.

B

To open the controller front panel; grasp the crescent­shaped handle on the right-hand side of the front
panel.

1

2

C

Pull the handle towards you and swing it to the left.

3

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Remove the Communication Cable Knock-out

A

Locate the IQ Port communication cable knock-out
on the bottom left of the controller case, next to the
transformer junction box.

B

If a CM connection module will be installed for IQNet
communication, locate the rear knock-out for the IQNet
communication cable.

C

Using a screwdriver or other pointed tool, center the
point of tool on the “dimple” in the center of the knock­out, punch through and remove the cable knock-out(s).

d

CAUTION: Always wear eye protection when using
tools or power equipment.

1

2

3

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IQ Network Communication Cartridge

Install an External Antenna for LXMM

If the LXMM Metal Case is used along with the a NCC-GP
or NCC-WF cartridge, then an external antenna must be
installed in place of the internal antenna provided. These
external antennas are not included with the NCC and must
be purchased separately.

A

Using a power drill and 5/8” (16 mm) drill bit, drill
a hole through the “dimple” on the top right of the
LXMM metal case.

d

CAUTION: always wear eye protection when using
tools or power equipment.

1

B

Using a screwdriver or other pointed tool, center
the point of tool on the “dimple” in the center of the
knock-out, punch through and remove the antenna
knock-out hole located on the top right of the ESP-LX
controller plastic case.

2

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C

Follow the instructions which came with the LXMM to
install the ESP-LX Series controller into the metal case.

D

Route the antenna cable through the knockouts on top
of the metal case and the controller. Set the antenna
into the hole and secure from the inside as shown,
using the washers and nut provided.

4

c

WARNING: To comply with FCC RF safety exposure
limits, the antenna used for this transmitter must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least
20 cm from all persons and must not be located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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Install the Cartridge

A

Press down on the top-latch of the cartridge bay cover
and remove it from the back of the front panel.

1

B

Connect the IQ Port cable or antenna to the cartridge
(see Fig. 4). This cable or antenna provides the
communication to the IQ computer.

b

NOTE: The cable for the NCC-RS cartridge has a DB9
connector that will not t through the knockout. Route
the small end of the cable through the bottom of the
knockout rst, then connect to the IQ Port.

C

Connect the CM Port cable to the cartridge that applies
to the intended conguration (see Fig. 4). Two CM Port
cables are included in the box with each cartridge,
one straight cable and one Y-cable. The cable that is
required depends on the controller conguration:

l

If the satellite is a Server or Client that will use a radio
modem for wireless communications with other satellites
on the IQNet, then install the Y-cable. The Y-cable plugs
directly into the radio modem (see user manual that comes
with radio modem for installation and configuration
instructions).

l

If the satellite is a Server or Client that will use a wired
connection (IQNet PE Communication Cable) to
communicate with other satellites, install the straight
cable.

l

If the satellite is a Server or Client that will use a radio
module for wireless communications AND a wired
connection (IQNet PE Communication Cable) to
communicate with other satellites, install the Y-cable.

l

If the satellite is Direct (with no wireless or wired
connection to another satellite) no CM Port cable is
necessary.

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CM Port

IQ Port

RS-232 External Modem Cable (Beige)

RJ-11 Phone Cord (Silver)

RJ-45 Ethernet Cable (Green)

GPRS Cellular Internal Antenna (Gold)

WiFi Internal Antenna (Gold)

IQ Network

Communication

Cartridge

(IQ-NCC)

CM Y-Cable (black)

CM Straight Cable (black)

Align Arrows
on Cable and
Housing for
Correct Fitting

CM Port Cables

IQ Port Cables

Figure 4 - Installation/ Cable Options

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b

NOTE: The Y-cable has a DB9 connector that will not
t through the knockout. Route the small end of the
cable through the bottom of the knockout rst, then
connect to the CM Port.

b

NOTE: The IQ-NCC-GP cartridge requires a SIM card
and GPRS/cellular telemetry service account that is
not provided and must be purchased separately. See
the SIM Card Installation section in the Appendix for
details.

D

Connect the cartridge ribbon cable to the card-edge
connector located at the top left of the cartridge bay.

d

CAUTION: Ensure that the RED edge of the ribbon
cable is towards the LEFT side of the connector.

4

E

Orient the cartridge so that the two bottom hinges t
into the hinge openings at the bottom of the cartridge
bay. Then gently swing the IQ-NCC up into place,
snapping the top latch.

5

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B

If installing the NCC-PH cartridge, connect the Green
and yellow ground wire to the grounding post on the
left side of the controller backplane.

2

Complete Cable Connections

A

Route all cables from the cartridge through the channel
in back of the front panel.

1

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C

For NCC-PH and NCC-EN cartridges, route the IQ
computer connection cable through the knockout in
the lower left of the unit.

3

b

NOTE: The NCC-RS cartridge has three connection
options to the IQ computer- External Modem, Direct
Connect or IQSSRADIO. The RS-232 External Modem
cable that ships with the cartridge has a male DB9
connector that plugs directly into an external modem.
If the Direct Connect or IQSSRADIO option is required,
use the black direct connect cable provided with the
IQ software package and sold separately to make the
connection to the IQ computer or IQSSRADIO.

d

CAUTION: Do not plug a phone cable into the NCC­EN Ethernet cartridge. This will damage the internal
Ethernet modem.

D

If required, install the type of Connection Module in
Slot 0 that is necessary for the intended conguration.

b

NOTE: If the satellite is being congured as a
Server or a Client with a wired connection (IQNet PE
Communication Cable) to another satellite, either
an IQ-FSCM-LXME (for the ESP-LXME) or an IQ-CM­LXD (for the ESP-LXD) connection module must be
installed before proceeding. Refer to the Connection
Modules section of the Appendix for details. If no
wired connection is required, retain the base module
that was shipped with the controller. (The ESP-LXD
does not ship with a base module.)

E

If a CM Port cable (Y-cable or straight) is installed,
connect the keyed mating connector to the FSCM/CM
connection module as shown.

b

NOTE: The Y-cable may be used for a radio modem
wireless connection only. If a connection module is not
used, secure the unused cable end inside the satellite
controller.

F

To establish a wired connection with another satellite,
route one end of an IQNet PE Communication Cable
through the knock-out on the bottom of the controller,
and attach the conductors to the blue terminals on the
FSCM/CM connection module as shown.

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6

5

FSCM shown

G

Secure all cables inside the controller and close the
front panel.

d

CAUTION: Ensure that all installed cables inside the
satellite do not contact the transformer directly, as heat
from the transformer may cause damage to a cable.

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Internal Antenna Installation

Cellular (NCC-GP) and WiFi (NCC-WF) cartridges require
installation of an internal antenna (if not using LXMM). To
install the internal antenna(s):

A

Clean surface to remove any dust or dirt.

B

Remove the adhesive backing cover strip from the
GPRS Cellular or WiFi internal antenna.

C

Place antenna in close proximity to back-plane as
shown, to allow ample clearance for the front panel to
close without pinching the antenna cable.

c

WARNING: To comply with FCC RF safety exposure
limits, the antenna used for this transmitter must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least
20 cm from all persons and must not be located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

d

CAUTION: Take special care the rst time when
placing the antenna. Once installed it cannot be easily
removed again.

b

NOTE: Internal antennas must be installed in a vertical
position as shown to ensure maximum signal strength.

Back-planeGPRS Cellular

Antenna

GPRS Cellular Internal Antenna Installation

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Back-planeWiFi Antenna

WiFi Internal Antenna Installation

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IQ-NCC Configuration

This section provides the steps
required to congure an IQ-NCC for
communication with the IQ computer.

Follow the same steps for each type of
IQ-NCC, any dierences are addressed
in the specic step.

Direct Satellite Setup Wizard

Follow these steps to congure a
Direct Satellite:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS.

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Setup Wizard;
press Next.

NCC Configurator

B

The Setup - Satellite Type screen
is displayed. Use + or - to select
Direct; press Next.

C

The Setup – Satellite Address
screen is displayed. Direct
Satellites always have an address
of 001; press Next.

Direct

D

The Setup – Satellite IQ Port
screen is displayed; press Next.

l

For RS Only: use + or - to choose
an IQ Port option, then press Next.

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b

NOTE: The RS Cartridge
has three options, External
Modem, IQ Direct Connect, and
IQSSRADIO. All other cartridges
have only one option, either
Phone, GPRS/Cellular, Ethernet,
or WiFi modem depending on
the cartridge that is installed.

E

The following message will be
displayed. Press Dismiss to exit
screen.

Dismiss

NCC Configurator

The Satellite is now ready to be
congured by the NCC Congurator
software.

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Server Satellite Setup Wizard

Follow these steps to congure a
Server Satellite:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS.

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Setup Wizard;
press Next.

NCC Configurator

B

The Setup - Satellite Type screen
is displayed. Use + or - to select
Server; press Next.

C

The Setup – Satellite Address
screen is displayed. Server
Satellites always have an address
of 001; press Next.

Server

D

The Setup – Satellite IQ Port
screen is displayed; press Next.

l

For RS Only: use + or - to choose
an IQ Port option, then press Next.

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b

NOTE: If the Y-cable is installed
for connection to a radio modem
for wireless communication with
other satellites, choose Radio
Installed.

F

The Setup – Satellite CM Port
screen is displayed. Use + or

- to select a CM Port option
(No Module Installed, Module
Installed); press Next.

b

NOTE: The RS Cartridge
has three options, External
Modem, IQ Direct Connect, and
IQSSRADIO. All other cartridges
have only one option, either
Phone, GPRS/Cellular, Ethernet,
or WiFi modem depending on
the cartridge that is installed.

E

The Setup – Satellite Radio Port
screen is displayed. Use + or - to
select a radio port option (No
Radio Installed, Radio Installed);
press Next.

b

NOTE: If an IQ-FSCM-LXME
or an IQ-CM-LXD connection
module is installed for wired
communications with other
satellites, choose Module
Installed.

G

The following message will be
displayed. Press Dismiss to exit
screen.

Dismiss

NCC Configurator

The Satellite is now ready to be
congured by the NCC Congurator
software.

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Client Satellite Setup Wizard

Follow these steps to congure a
controller as a Client Satellite:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS.

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Setup Wizard;
press Next.

NCC Configurator

B

The Setup - Satellite Type screen
is displayed. Use + or - to select
Client; press Next.

C

The Setup – Satellite Address
screen is displayed. Use + or ­to select a unique address from
002-256 for this satellite (press
and HOLD buttons to accelerate
settings); press Next.

Client

D

The Setup – Satellite Radio Port
screen is displayed. Use + or - to
select a radio port option (No
Radio Installed, Radio Installed);
press Next.

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b

NOTE: If the Y-cable is installed
for connection to a radio modem
for wireless communication
with the server, choose Radio
Installed.

E

The Setup – Satellite CM Port
screen is displayed. Use + or ­to select a CM Port option (No
Module, Module Installed); press
Next.

b

NOTE: If an IQ-FSCM-LXME
or an IQ-CM-LXD connection
module is installed for wired
communications with other
satellites, choose Module
Installed.

F

The Setup – CM Port Termination
screen is displayed. Use + or - to
select a CM Port Termination
option (On or O).

b

NOTE: CM Port termination
is only required if this satellite
is at the end of an IQNet PE
Communication Cable path. If
you are not sure, consult with
the system designer.

NCC Configurator
Software

Software conguration is performed
after installation and conguration
of the IQ-NCC cartridge is complete.
Software conguration is only required
for Direct and Server Satellites. Consult
the NCC Congurator Software for
instructions.

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Operation

This section provides LED indications and front panel
menu options that can be used to verify proper cartridge
installation, operation, and conguration.

Controls and Indicators

Reset Button

The cartridge Reset button restarts the internal
programming and re-enables communications with the IQ
Central Computer without aecting conguration settings.

LED Indicators

The three LED lights on the front of each cartridge indicate
the status of each communication port on any satellite
controller. The meaning of each LED state is provided in the
following tables.

Reset
Button

LED
Lights

IQ Network Communication

Cartridge (IQ-NCC-RS shown)

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LED State NCC-RS Status NCC-PH Status NCC-EN Status NCC-GP Status NCC-WF Status

Dark Port disabled Port Disabled Port Disabled Port Disabled Port Disabled

Solid Red N/A Extension in use Connected to active

network (default IP
address)

No SIM card installed Connected to active

network (default IP
address) or SSID

Blinking Red No IQ computer

connection/no radio
modem detected

On hook, no voltage
detected

No connection to
cable/switch

No RF signal from cell
tower

No connection to access
point

Solid Yellow IQ computer

connection/radio
modem detected, not
connected to IQ

On hook, live line Connected to active

network and has valid
IP address, but not
authenticated

Connected to cell tower Connected to active

network and has valid
IP address, but not
authenticated

Blinking Yellow Connecting with IQ

but has not completed
authentication

Off hook, answering,
dialing

Receiving data but
not authenticated

Receiving data but not
authenticated

Receiving data but not
authenticated

Solid Green Authenticated with IQ

but no data is being
sent/received

Authenticated with IQ
but no data is being
sent/received

Authenticated with IQ
but no data is being
sent/received

Authenticated with IQ
but no data is being
sent/received

Authenticated with IQ
but no data is being sent/
received

Blinking Green Authenticated with IQ

and data is being sent/
received

Authenticated with
IQ and data is being
sent/received

Authenticated with
IQ and data is being
sent/received

Authenticated with IQ
and data is being sent/
received

Authenticated with IQ
and data is being sent/
received

Blinking Red/Yellow
(sync all 3 LED’s)

Reflash or Reset Reflash or Reset Reflash or Reset Reflash or Reset Reflash or Reset

Table 1 - IQ Port LED Indicators

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LED State

Connection Module Status

(CM or FSCM)

Dark Port disabled (also dark if configured

as Client or No Module Installed option
selected in Setup Wizard)

Solid Red N/A

Blinking Red N/A

Solid Yellow N/A

Blinking Yellow Attempting to auto-BAUD or auto-polarity

Solid Green Valid BAUD and polarity, but no data is

being sent/received

Blinking Green Data is being sent/received

Blinking Red/Yellow
(sync all 3 LED’s)

Reflash or Reset

Table 2 - CM Port LED Indicators

LED State Radio Modem Status

Dark Port disabled (also dark if configured

as Client or No Radio Installed option
selected in Setup Wizard)

Solid Red N/A

Blinking Red No radio modem detected

Solid Yellow N/A

Blinking Yellow N/A

Solid Green Radio modem detected, but no data is

being sent/received

Blinking Green Radio modem detected, data is being

sent/received

Blinking Red/Yellow
(sync all 3 LED’s)

Reflash or Reset

Table 3 - Radio Port LED Indicators

b

NOTE: The CM Port LED on Server Satellites and
Client Satellites with both an IQNET Radio and CM
Connection Module installed will continue to ash
green as it searches for Client Satellites.

b

NOTE: The Radio Port LED on Server Satellites and
Client Satellites with both an IQNET Radio and CM
Connection Module installed will continue to ash
green as it searches for Client Satellites.

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Status Menu

The Status Menu is used to display the
status of each communication port on
the front panel LCD.

For Direct and Server Satellites with a
NCC-GP or NCC-WF cartridge installed,
the signal strength between the IQ
computer and the controller can be
displayed.

Server Satellites can use the Ping
feature to verify communication with
any user-selected Client Satellite.

Direct Satellite Controllers

RS-232, Phone or Ethernet

To display the status of Direct
Satellites with IQ-NCC-RS, IQ­NCC-PH, or IQ-NCC-EN cartridges
installed:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Status; press
Next.

IQNCC-XX Cart ridge

Setup Wizard
NCC C onfigurator
Statu s
IQNet Alarms

B

The Satellite Status screen is
displayed. Current status of IQ,
Radio, and CM ports are shown.

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Direct Satellite Controllers

GPRS or WiFi

To display the status of Direct
Satellites with IQ-NCC-GP or IQ-NCC­WF cartridges installed:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Status; press
Next.

NCC Configurator

B

The Satellite Status screen is
displayed. Current status of IQ,
Radio, and CM ports are shown.
Press Signal to display GPRS or
WiFi signal strength.

C

The Signal Strength screen is
displayed. The signal strength
between the satellite and the
GPRS or LAN network is indicated
on a scale from 1-10.

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IQ Network Communication Cartridge

Server Satellite Controllers

RS-232, Phone or Ethernet

To display the status of Server
Satellites with IQ-NCC-RS, IQ­NCC-PH, or IQ-NCC-EN cartridges
installed:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Status; press
Next

NCC Configurator

B

The Satellite Status screen is
displayed. Current status of
IQ, Radio, and CM ports are
shown. Press Ping to check the
communication status with
selected Clients.

C

The IQNet Ping screen is
displayed. Use the + and ­buttons to select any Client
address. Press Ping to check the
communication status.

The LCD will display Response­Yes if the ping is successful, or
No for an unsuccessful ping.
The amount of time until the
response was received from
the server satellite is listed in
milliseconds.

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Server Satellite Controllers

GPRS or WiFi

To display the status of Server
Satellites with IQ-NCC-GP or IQ-NCC­WF cartridges installed:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Status; press
Next.

NCC Configurator

B

The Satellite Status screen is
displayed. Current status of IQ,
Radio, and CM ports are shown.
Press Signal to display GPRS or
WiFi signal strength.

C

The Signal Strength screen is
displayed. The signal strength
between the satellite and the
GPRS or LAN network is indicated
on a scale from 1-10.

D

The Satellite Status screen is
displayed. Press Ping to check
the communication status with
selected Clients.

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E

The IQNet Ping screen is
displayed. Use the + and ­buttons to select any Client
address. Press Ping to check the
communication status.

The LCD will display Response­Yes if the ping is successful, or
No for an unsuccessful ping.
The amount of time until the
response was received from
the client satellite is listed in
milliseconds.

Client Satellite Controllers

To display the status of Client
Satellites with any cartridge
installed:

g

Turn the controller dial to
ETM/IQ SETTINGS

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select Status; press
Next.

NCC Configurator

B

The Satellite Status screen is
displayed. Current status of IQ,
Radio, and CM ports are shown.

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IQNet Alarms Menu

The IQNet Alarms Menu is used to
display communication failures
between the Server and Client
Satellites.

To Display Alarms:

g

Turn the controller dial to
IQ SETTINGS.

A

The IQ Settings main menu is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN
arrows to select IQNet Alarms;
press Next.

NCC Configurator

B

If there are no alarms, the
following screen is displayed.

03:45AM

05 JAN 2010

C

If there is a communication
failure between the Server
Satellite and Client Satellites,
the IQNet Alarm screen will be
displayed on the Server Satellite.
Use the UP or DOWN arrows to
view other alarms.

03:45AM

05 JAN 2010

IQNet Alarm 1

Can’t Communicate
with Satellite XXX
Sensor and MV Sharing
may be off-line

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D

If there is a communication
failure between a Client Satellite
and the Server Satellite, the
IQNet Alarm screen will be
displayed on the Client Satellite.
Use the UP or DOWN arrows to
view other alarms.

03:45AM

05 JAN 2010

E

On either IQNet Alarm screen,
press Clear to clear all alarms.
Press Yes to conrm.

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Flow Smart Module

The optional FSM-LXME Flow Smart
Module used in an ESP-LXME controller
can be used with an IQ-NCC when
wired communications with other
satellites is not required.

Appendix

Connection Modules

Connection Module Options

There are four dierent types of
connection modules that may be
installed in Slot 0 of the ESP-LX Series
Controller.

The type of connection module that
is required for installation of an IQ
Network Communication Cartridge
depends on the type of controller
(ESP-LXME or ESP-LXD) and on the
type of communication required with
other satellites (wired or wireless).

Base Module

The BM-LXME Base Module is the
default module that comes with an
ESP-LXME controller. This module can
be used with an IQ-NCC when wired
communications with other satellites
is not required.

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IQ Connection Module

If wired communications (IQNet PE
Communication Cable) is required
between an ESP-LXD satellite and other
satellites, an IQ-CM-LXD Connection
Module must be installed in the ESP­LXD satellite to make the connection.

IQ Flow Smart Connection Module

If wired communications (IQNet PE
Communication Cable) is required
between an ESP-LXME satellite and
other satellites, an IQ-FSCM-LXME
Connection Module must be installed
in the ESP-LXME satellite to make the
connection.

b

NOTE: See the ESP-LXME Con­troller manual for instructions
on conguring the Flow Smart
Module.

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Connection Module Installation

Follow these steps if a connection module is required for
IQNet wired communications:

A

To remove an existing base module, press in on the
two release buttons on each end of the module to
release it from slot 0.

b

NOTE: The ESP-LXD does not ship with a base module.
Remove the black plastic cover on the backplane in
slot 0 to reveal the pins on the connector.

1

B

Orient the connector on the bottom of the IQ-FSCM­LXME or IQ-CM-LXD module with the connection
socket on the satellite backplane.

C

Carefully fasten the module onto the satellite
backplane, pressing rmly until it snaps into place.

2

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D

Connect the Green and yellow ground wire to the
grounding post on the left side of the satellite
backplane.

4

b

NOTE: If the ground wire from an IQ-NCC-PH cartridge
has been previously installed on the grounding post,
disconnect the wire. Connect the connection module
ground wire directly to the post, then reconnect the
IQ-NCC-PH ground wire to the connection module
ground connector.

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IQ Network Communication Cartridge

Connect IQ-CM Grounding Wire

An additional ground wire is required if you’re installing
either an IQ-CM-LXD or IQ-CM-LXME connection module.

A

Attach one end of the grounding wire to Earth ground
(electrical ground, ground rod or ground plate).

B

Route the grounding wire through the knock-out on
the bottom of the controller.

C

Attach the grounding wire to the CM module GND
terminal as shown.

b

WARNING: Failure to ensure proper grounding of
the connection module could result in risk of electric
shock or other hazard to persons, as well as possible
equipment damage and malfunction.

1

To Earth ground

2

3

SIM Card Installation

The GPRS/Cellular Network Communication Cartridge (IQ­NCC-GP) requires a SIM card to establish a connection with
a public static IP address.

b

NOTE: An IP address must be obtained from AT&T
or another GSM/GPRS service provider, and must be
purchased separately.

Follow these steps to install a SIM card in the NCC-GP:

A

On the front of the NCC-GP, remove the T-shaped
access plate by pressing down on the tab.

1

B

Orient the SIM card to match the image of the SIM card
as displayed molded on the cartridge (with the “cut­corner” on top and to left as shown).

C

Install the SIM card in the slot.

3

2

D

Replace the access plate.

Regulatory Information

EMC Requirements for the United States

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by the following measures:

j

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

j

Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

j

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

j

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with 47 CFR – FCC Part 15 rules. Operation of this device is
subject to the following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired

operation.

This product was FCC certified under test conditions that included the use
of shielded I/O cables and connectors between system components. To be
in compliance with FCC regulations, the user must use shielded cables and
connectors and install them per instructions.

WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Rain Bird
Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

EMC Requirements for Industry Canada

This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference­Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement
Canadien sur le matériel brouilleur.

Requirements for the South Africa

This modem must be used in conjunction with an approved surge protection
device (applies to PH cartridge only).

Analog Telecom Safety Warnings

Applies to PH cartridge only:

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2. Never install a telephone jack in wet locations unless the jack is specifically

designed for wet locations.

3. This product is to be used with UL and cUL listed computers.

4. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone

line has been disconnected at the network interface.

5. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

6. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote

risk of electrical shock from lightning.

7. Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.

8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line

cord.

9. This product must be disconnected from its power source and telephone

network interface when servicing.

The wireless carrier will require the device’s IMEI (International Mobile Equipment
Identity) number. This IMEI number is printed on the label on the backside of the
modem cartridge.

Complies with 47 CFR Part 68.
Reg. No: US:AU7MM01BMT5692SMI
REN: 0.1B

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