ank you for purchasing Toro’s new EVOLUTION
irrigation system. e EVOLUTION
to handle even the largest of residential irrigation systems. EVOLUTION
automating your irrigation needs. Using the bundled EVOLUTION
data to further automate irrigation. And lastly, the controller is housed in a rugged and durable case allowing for years of maintenance-free
service and steadfast performance. If you have any questions or problems with our controller, please call us toll-free at 1-800-367-8676 and
we will be happy to answer your questions and resolve any problem you might have.
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controller is easily expandable from 4-zones to 8- and even 12-, giving the controller the ability
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Controller Introduction
Timing Mechanism
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– LCD Screen
2
–Water O Button. Use to turn o scheduled and manually activated watering. For extended watering o, you can select
1-14 days or Remains O.
3
–Water Now Button. Use to manually activate a schedule, specic zone(s) or All Zones Test.
4
–Schedules Button. Use to set your active watering day(s), schedule start(s) and zone runtime(s).
5
–Adjust Water Button. Adjust your watering percentage per schedule or zone.
6
–Review Button. Use to review your schedule parameters.
7
–Advanced Button. Use to access the controller’s advanced features from zone and schedule details to sensor setup and
controller diagnostics.
8
–Home Button. Use to display the controller’s activity and alert messages.
9
–Help/Setup Button. Use to access and clear alerts, set the controller’s time and date, locate Toro contact information
and local Toro service providers, as well as modify controller preferences such as the display language and time and
date format. Use Setup also to save or load a schedule to or from your USB device.
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–Up and Down Arrow Buttons. Use to navigate up or down through the menu items. ey is also used to modify
parameters.
11
–Left and Right Arrow Buttons. Use to navigate between menu parameters. e button is also used to revert back
to previous menu selections.
12
–Select Button. Use to select a menu item or enter and save parameters.
13
– LED Indicator. Indicates that Water O is active (constantly lit) or an Alert condition is detected (blinking).
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Internal Components
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– Zones and Sensor Terminals
VALVE TEST – Use this terminal to test a valve for proper function.
24VAC – 24 VAC Power Source
GND – Power Source Ground
SENSOR – Sensor Terminals
MV PUMP – Master Valve Terminal
COM – Zones’ and Master Valve Common Terminals
1, 2, 3 and 4 – Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, and Zone 4 Terminals
e battery icon indicates that the controller’s VAC power is o and the timer is running under the
battery power.
Note: e 9-volt battery is used to retain schedule parameters and will not activate any zones when
the VAC power supply is o.
Display the current time, day of the week and date.
Indicates which schedule (A, B or C) or auxilliary is associated with the displayed status. If only
Schedule A is active, EVOLUTION
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will not display the Schedule “A”, “B” and “C” or AUX.
Indicates the displayed schedule is set as Grow In. e Grow In option is set in the Schedule Details
under the Advanced menu.
Indicates that the displayed schedule will not water that day.
e displayed auxilliary schedule (Aux) will not activate that day.
ZONE 100:05
WATERING COMPLETE
SCHEDULE COMPLETE
NEXT START 06:00AM
DELAY 00:05
SOAK 00:05
RAIN HOLD
NEXT START 06:00AM
B
Message Bar
ALERT: PRESS HELP
WATER OFF04 DAYS
Indicates that Zone 1 is active with a 5-minute remaining runtime. Pressing the Right arrow will
deactivate the running zone and activate the next zone (if additional zones are scheduled) in the schedule
regardless of the remaining runtime.
e displayed schedule completed its watering cycle.
e displayed auxilliary schedule (Aux) completed its cycle.
Indicates the next start time of the displayed watering or auxilliary (Aux) schedule.
Indicates that the controller is performing a zone delay before the next zone in the schedule is activated.
e zone delay is set in the Schedule Details under the Advanced menu.
Indicates that the active zone is performing a soak delay before continuing operation. e soak delay is
set in the Zone Details under the Advanced menu.
Indicates that the rain sensor is activated and the schedule is delayed until the rain sensor dries up.
If rain delay is set, the controller will indicate Rain Hold until the rain delay expires.
e scroll down arrow indicates that additional information are available. Use the Down arrow to
reveal the additional message(s).
Indicates that the controller detected a condition that needs user attention. Check the alert messages in
the Alerts menu under the Help/Setup function. For a list of the Alert messages and description, please
refer to the Alert Messages section on page 20.
Indicates that scheduled watering has been suspended for the indicated days. Watering can be turned o
from 1–14 days, Remains O or will operate at the next scheduled start.
SYSTEM OK
Indicates that the system is functioning as expected.
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Setup Screen
WELCOME
INITIALIZING
PLEASE WAIT . . .
Upon power up, the initialization screen will display briey. On initial power up, the EVOLUTIONTM will display the SETUP screen. is
SETUP screen is only accessed during initial power up or after a factory reset is performed.
Set Language
Select the preferred display language. Select from English, Spanish, French, German, Italian or Portuguese.
Step 1– While LANGUAGE is selected, press the Right arrow or SELECT.
Step 2– Use the Up
Press SELECT
Step 3– Press the
HOME button to return to the main screen.
Set Date Format
Step 1– Use the Down
Step 2– Use the Up
Press SELECT
Step 3– Press the
HOME button to return to the main screen.
SETUP
LANGUAGEENGLISH
DATE FORMAT MM/DD/YY
CLOCK12 HOUR
TIME12:01AM
DATE01/01/13
BEGIN WEEKSUNDAY
or Down arrows to select from English (default), Spanish, French, German, Italian or Portuguese.
.
arrow to select DATE FORMAT. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
or Down arrows to select MM/DD/YY (Month/Day/Year) (default) or DD/MM/YY (Day/Month/Year).
.
Set Clock Format
Step 1– Use the Down
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Press the
arrow to select CLOCK. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
or Down arrows to select 12 HOUR (default) or 24 HOUR. Press SELECT .
HOME button to return to the main screen.
Set the Current Time
Step 1– Use the Down
Step 2– Use the Left
arrow to select TIME. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
or Right arrows to navigate between the Hour and Minute positions. Use the Up or Down
arrows to set the correct values. Press SELECT when nished.
Step 3– Press the
HOME button to return to the main screen.
Set the Current Date
Step 1– Use the Down
Step 2– Use the Left
arrow to select DATE. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
or Right arrows to navigate between the Month, Day and Year positions. Use the Up or Down
arrows to set the correct values. Press SELECT when nished.
Step 3– Press the
HOME button to return to the main screen.
Set the Beginning of the Week
Step 1– Use the Down
Step 2– Use the Up
Press SELECT
Step 3– Press the
arrow to select BEGIN WEEK. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
or Down arrows to select SUNDAY (default) or MONDAY as the beginning of the weekly schedule.
when nished.
HOME button to return to the main screen.
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Installation
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refrigerator or air conditioner.
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Cabinet Installation
Use this page as a template to mark the screw location of the EVOLUTION
A
ere are two mounting options for the EVOLUTION
to mount the cabinet with three screws and the second option allows you to mount the
cabinet with two screws. For safe and reliable operation, select an installation site that
Step 3 – Drill 1/8" (3mm) pilot holes at the marked locations.
Step 4 – Secure the cabinet with screws.
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Option 2
Step 2 – Mark the mounting screw location
C
B
Step 3 – Drill 1/8" (3mm) pilot holes at the marked locations.
Step 4 – Secure the cabinet with screws.
Step 2 – Mark the mounting screw location
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upwards. Removing it from the cabinet allows you to access the
mounting location.
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and detach it from the cabinet by pulling the bottom portion
Step 1 – Unplug the controller panel ribbon cable. Open the front panel about
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Power Supply Installation
8"3/*/( AC power wiring must be installed and connected by qualied personnel only. All electrical components and installation
procedures must comply with all applicable local and national electrical codes. Some codes may require a means of disconnecting from the
AC power source installed in the xed wiring and having a contact separation of at least 0.120" (3mm) in the line and neutral poles. Make
sure the power source is OFF prior to connecting the controller.
Indoor and 240 VAC Outdoor Models
Indoor models and the 240 VAC Outdoor model will be pre-wired with a power cord
ready to be plugged into a wall power socket.
110 VAC Outdoor Models
Step 1– Route power and ground wires from a power source through a conduit
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and into the EVOLUTION
cabinet.
Step 2– Open the EVOLUTIONTMcontroller and access the internal components.
Step 3– Remove the power compartment cover to access the transformer wiring.
Remove 1/2" (12.7mm) of insulation from the wire ends.
Step 4– Using the provided wire nuts, secure the transformer Line (black) wire
to the black power source wire, Neutral (white) to the white power source
wire and Equipment Ground wire (green) to the green power source wire.
Note: Earlier EVOLUTIONTMmodel is equipped with two Equipment
Ground wires (green). Connect both wires to the green power source wire.
Step 5– Install and secure the power compartment cover.
Step 6– Apply power to the controller.
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Step 1– Route power and ground wires from a power source through a conduit
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cabinet.
Step 2– Open the EVOLUTIONTMcontroller and access the internal components.
Step 3– Remove the power compartment cover to access the transformer terminals.
Step 4– Remove 1/2" (12.7mm) of insulation from the power source wire ends and
install the brown wire into the Line (L)terminal. Install the green wire into
the Ground (
) terminal and the blue wire into the Neutral (N) terminal.
Step 5– Install and secure the power compartment cover.
Step 6– Apply power to the controller.
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Zone Expansion Module Installation
e EVOLUTIONTM controller can be expanded using the optional 4-zone (EMOD-4) or 12-zone (EMOD-12) modules to add more
zones to the system.
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Step 1– Open the EVOLUTIONTMcontroller door and control panel to access the internal components.
Step 2– Locate the module slot
tab towards the cabinet until a positive click is achieved. e click indicates that the module’s retaining tab is fully engaged.
Once installed, the EVOLUTIONTMcontroller will be able to read the additional zones and will make them available for
scheduling.
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Step 1– Open the EVOLUTION
Note: If installing only one four-station module (EMOD-4), it must be installed in the zone 5-8 module slot.
internal componenents.
and B. Install the module by placing the bottom hooked standos into slot A and push the module
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Step 2– Hold the module as shown in 'JHVSF. Press the retaining tab while
pulling the module away from the cabinet.
Battery Installation
e EVOLUTIONTM controller uses a 9-VDC battery to retain schedule parameters during
an extended period of power outages.
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Step 1– Open the EVOLUTION
internal components.
Step 2– Locate the battery compartment at the back of the control panel.
Step 3– Align the polarity (– and +) of the battery then slide it into the battery
compartment as shown in 'JHVSF.
controller door and control panel to access the
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Valve, Pump Relay and Sensor Installation
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Step 1– Route valve wires from the valves, master valves, pump relay and/or sensor into the controller cabinet.
Step 2– $POOFDUWBMWFTNBTUFSWBMWFTBOEQVNQTUBSUSFMBZUPUIFWBMWFXJSFT - Connect the white color-coded wire from the cable
Connect a separate cable wire to the remaining wire from each valve solenoid. Note the wire color-code used for each valve and
$POOFDUTFOTPSUPUIFWBMWFXJSFT - Connect any two unused color-coded wires to the sensor. Note the color-code of the
Step 3– Secure all wire splices using wire nut connectors. To prevent corrosion and possible short circuits, always use an insulated wire
Step 4– $POOFDUWBMWFTXJSFTUPUIFDPOUSPMMFS- Secure the valve common wire (white) to either of the two terminals labeled COM.
$POOFDUNBTUFSWBMWFQVNQSFMBZXJSFTUPUIFDPOUSPMMFS- Secure the valve common wire (white) to either of the two
Note: 18 AWG (1.0 mm2) multi-wire sprinkler valve connection cable can be used. is cable is insulated for direct burial
and is color-coded to simplify installation. It can be routed directly into the controller through the access hole provided for
valve wire conduit (if conduit is not used).
to one wire from each valve solenoid and/or pump relay. (Either of the two wires from the solenoid or pump relay can be used
for this connection.) is connection will be designated as the valve common wire.
the zone it controls. You will need this information when connecting the valve wires to the controller.
sensor wires for installation.
nut, grease cap or similar waterproong method.
Secure the individual valve wires to the appropriate zones they control, Zone 1 valve to terminal 1, Zone 2 valve to terminal 2, etc.
terminals labeled COM. Secure the Master Valve or Pump Relay wire to the terminal labeled .716.1.
$BVUJPO To prevent controller damage, do not connect the pump motor starter directly to the controller.
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$POOFDUTFOTPSXJSFTUPUIFDPOUSPMMFS- Remove the jumper wire from the SENSORS terminals. Secure the two sensor wires
to the sensor terminals. Refer to the provided sensor instructions for further installation instructions.
Step 5– Test for proper operation.
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Time and Date Setup
Editing Time and Date
Step 1– Press the HELP/SETUP button.
Step 2– Use the Up
HELP/SETUP
ALERTS
CONTACT TORO
SET TIME/DATE
LOAD FROM USB
SAVE TO USB
Step 3– Use the Up or Down arrows to select TIME or DATE. Navigate to the TIME or DATE parameters using the Left
or Right arrows.
Step 4– Use the Up
Month and Year for International Format).
SET TIME/DATE
TIME11:25AM
DATE05/01/13
Step 5– Press SELECT to save the changes.
Step 6– Press the BACK
Changing the Time and Date Format
e EVOLUTIONTM controller display time and date in U.S. format. EVOLUTIONTM can also display the time and date in the
international format (24-Hours for TIME and Day/Month/Year for DATE). To change the time and date format, you have to access
PREFERENCES.
Step 1– Press the HELP/SETUP button.
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
PREFERENCES
LANGUAGEENGLISH
CONTRAST-15
CLOCK12 HOUR
DATE FORMAT
BEGIN WEEKSUNDAY
or Down arrows to navigate to SET TIME/DATE. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to modify the TIME’s Hour and Minutes or the DATE’s Month, Day and Year (Day,
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
or Down arrows to navigate to PREFERENCES. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to navigate to CLOCK or DATE FORMAT. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
MM/DD/YY
Step 4– Use the Up or Down arrows to modify the CLOCK or DATE FORMAT.
Step 5– Press SELECT
Step 6– Press the BACK
to save the changes.
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Schedule Setup
e EVOLUTIONTM controller only displays one schedule by default. See the "EWBODFE'VODUJPOT section to activate additional schedules if
needed.
Water Days Setup
e EVOLUTIONTM controller allows for exible watering by giving you four schedule options: 7-day, Even days, Odd days or Interval
days. By default, the 7-day schedule is set for the schedule. To set watering days to Odd, Even or Interval, see the "EWBODFE'VODUJPOT
section.
7-Day Scheduling
e 7-day schedule allows you to activate or turn o any of the days in the week. By default, all days are active.
Step 1– Press the
Step 2– (For controllers with multiple active schedules only.)
Use the Up
Note: e Schedule and Zone names can be customized using the EVOLUTIONTM Software which can be accessed at
www.toro.com/evolution.
Step 3– Use the Up
S M T W T F S
Step 4– Use the Left or Right arrows to navigate within the days of the week. Use the Up or Down arrows to activate
or turn o the day for watering. Repeat for all days of the week.
Step 5– Press SELECT
Step 6– Press the BACK
SCHEDULES button.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you want to edit. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to navigate to WATER DAYS. Press SELECT .
SCHEDULE
to save the changes and return to the SCHEDULES menu.
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
Schedule Start Setup
By default, the EVOLUTIONTM controller is set with 1 start time set to OFF. Additional Starts can be added with a maximum of four starts
per schedule. Once a start is activated, the schedule will activate the rst zone (lowest number). Once it is complete, the second zone will
water. e schedule will continue until all zones with runtimes have been activated.
Step 1– Press the SCHEDULES button.
Step 2– (For controllers with multiple active schedules only.)
Use the Up
Note: e Schedule name can be customized using the EVOLUTIONTM Software which can be accessed at
www.toro.com/evolution.
Step 3– Use the Up
SCHEDULE
START01:00AM
ADD START
EACH START RUNS ALL
SCHEDULED ZONES
Step 4– Use the Left or Right arrows to navigate to the start time’s Hours, Minutes and AM/PM. Use the Up or Down
arrows to set your desired start time. Press SELECT to save.
Step 5– Navigate to ADD START to add another start time. Press SELECT
Step 6– To delete a start time, set the time to OFF. e OFF selection is located between the full hour of 11:00 AM/PM and the full
hour of 12:00 AM/PM (23:00 and 00:00).
Step 7– Press the BACK
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you want to edit. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to navigate to SCHEDULE STARTS. Press SELECT .
. Modify the new start time as indicated in Step 3.
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Zone Runtimes Setup
e Zone Runtimes is where you select all the zones that will run in the schedule. By default, all zones are set to OFF. Modify the runtime
for each zone as necessary. Deactivate a zone by setting the runtime to OFF.
Step 1– Press the
SCHEDULES button.
Step 2– (For controllers with multiple active schedules only.)
Use the Up
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you want to edit. Press SELECT . If only Schedule A is
enabled, move to Step 3.
Note: e Schedule and Zone names can be customized using the EVOLUTIONTM Software which can be accessed at
www.toro.com/evolution.
Step 3– Use the Up
Step 4– Use the Up
SCHEDULE
ZONE 100:15
ZONE 200:05
3:FRONT YARD00:15
4:BACK YARD00:20
ZONE 5OFF
or Down arrows to navigate to ZONE RUNTIMES. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to navigate to the ZONE you want to set or edit. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
Step 5– Use the Up or Down arrows to set the desired runtime for that particular zone. Press SELECT to save.
Step 6– Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the remaining Zones. Set the Zone to OFF to disable.
Step 7– Press the BACK
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
Water Now
Water Now is used to manually activate a schedule, zone(s), or to test all zones.
Manually Activate a Schedule
Step 1– Press the WATER NOW button.
Step 2– Use the Up
e selected schedule will run and activate all assigned zones.
(For controllers with multiple active schedules only.)
Use the Up
WATER NOW
SCHEDULE A
SCHEDULE B
ZONES
or Down arrows to navigate to SCHEDULE. Press SELECT . Watering will begin.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you want to activate. Press SELECT .
Note: e Schedule name can be customized using the EVOLUTIONTM Software which can be accessed at
www.toro.com/evolution.
Step 3– Press
BACK to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Manually Activate a Specific Zone(s)
Step 1– Press the WATER NOW button.
Step 2– Use the Up
Note: e Zone name can be customized using the EVOLUTIONTM Software which can be accessed at
or Down arrows to navigate to ZONES. Press SELECT .
www.toro.com/evolution.
Step 3– Use the Up
WATER NOW
ZONE 1OFF
ZONE 2-–:10
ZONE 3OFF
or Down arrows to select the specic zone to activate. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
Step 4– Use the Up or Down arrows to assign the zone a runtime. Press SELECT .
e zone will activate until the specied runtime expires. A water drop icon is displayed to indicate that the zone is actively
watering.
Step 5– Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to activate additional zones. Watering will occur in the order that the zones are entered.
Step 6– Press the BACK
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
Manually Activate All Zone Test
Step 1– Press the WATER NOW button.
Step 2– Use the Up
WATER NOW
SCHEDULE
ZONES
ALL ZONE TEST 02:00
or Down arrows to navigate to ALL ZONE TEST. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
Note: e Zone name can be customized using the EVOLUTIONTM Software which can be accessed at
www.toro.com/evolution.
Step 3– Use the Up
Note: e EVOLUTIONTM controller will sequentially water all active zones (only active zones will run) starting with
or Down arrows to assign a runtime. Press SELECT .
Zone 1. All active zones will run the specied runtime duration.
Step 4– Press the BACK
Note: All Zone Test will not aect the AUX schedule.
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Water Off
Turn Off Current Operation
Step 1– Press the WATER OFF button.
All currently active automatic schedule(s) and manually activated schedules and zones will turn o. e EVOLUTION
Step 2– Press the
Water Off
Step 1– Press the WATER OFF button.
All currently active automatic schedule(s) and manually activated schedules and zones will turn o. e EVOLUTION
Step 2– Use the Up
WATER OFF
RESUME WATERING
NEXT SCHEDULED START
controller will not run any watering schedules while the WATER OFF screen is displayed.
HOME button. Irrigation will resume at the next automatic scheduled start time.
controller will not run any schedules while the WATER OFF screen is displayed.
or Down arrows to assign the number of days until watering resumes. Select a delay of 1–14 days, NEXT
SCHEDULED START or REMAINS OFF. Press SELECT
to enter or HOME to cancel. Pressing SELECT will save
your selection and take you back to the HOME screen.
WATER OFF
RESUME WATERING
IN 05 DAYS
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Advanced Functions
You can access the EVOLUTIONTM controller’s advanced functions by pressing the ADVANCED button and then pressing
SELECT button to conrm. In the Advanced Functions, you can activate additional schedules, check and set runtimes and start times to all
schedules in one screen, set schedule and zone details, set rain sensors to the schedules, perform diagnostics test, check rmware version and
reset the controller to factory defaults.
Zone Runtimes
e Zone Runtimes function is where you can set any of the zones to any of the three schedules (A, B and C). All the zones are listed from
least to greatest. You can then set any zone to a schedule by entering a runtime to its corresponding schedule column.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED menu, use the Up
to access.
Step 2– Use the Up
ZONE RUNTIMES
A B CC
00:05 OFF OFF
01
02 00:10 OFF OFF
03 00:05 OFF OFF
or Down arrows to select the zone you want to edit. Press SELECT .
Step 3– Use the Left or Right arrows to navigate to the runtime you want to edit. Enter runtime using the Up or
Down
arrows. Moving to another parameter will save the changes as well as pressing the SELECT button.
Repeat Step 3 as necessary to assign runtimes to other schedules.
Note: e maximum runtime that you can assign to a zone is 12 hours. Water Adjustment will not increase the runtime
beyond 12 hours.
Step 4– Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the remaining zones as necessary.
Step 5– To remove a zone from a schedule, set the runtime to OFF.
Step 6– Press the BACK
Note: A schedule will also need a Start Time for the zone to be activated.
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
or Down arrows to select the ZONE RUNTIMES. Press SELECT
Zone Details
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED menu, use the Up or Down arrows to select the ZONE DETAILS.
Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
ZONE 01
MV PUMPON
CYCLEOFF
SOAKOFF
Step 4– Use the Right arrow to navigate to the parameter. Use the Up or Down arrows to modify its values. Press
SELECT
.716.1 – Set to ON if a master valve is used in conjunction with this zone. Connect the master valve relay to MV PUMP
terminals. If no master valve is used in conjunction with this zone, set to OFF.
$:$-& and SOAK – is function is used to break the zone’s runtime into shorter cycles to allow the water to penetrate the
soil and avoid runo or wasted water.
e cycle time is the length of time the zone will run before entering a soak time.
e soak time is set as a delay between zone cycles. It is usually used to allow water to penetrate the soil into the root system.
Allowing a soak time prevents water waste from water runo during irrigation. Water runo can occur when the applied
irrigation is higher than the absord rate of the soil being irrigated. e excess water will then accumulate on top of the soil and
will form a runo stream carrying water away from where it should be applied.
e cycle and soak will continue until the total runtime for the zone has been met.
Step 5– Press the BACK arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
to access.
or Down arrows to select the zone you want edit. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to select the ZONE DETAILS you want to edit. Press SELECT .
to save and select the next zone detail.
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Schedule Starts
e Schedule Starts function allows you to view the three schedules with all four possible start times.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED menu, use the Up
Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Left
.
or Right arrows to navigate to start time you want to edit. You can also press SELECT until the
or Down arrows to select the SCHEDULE STARTS.
desired start time is selected.
ZONE RUNTIMES
A B C C
04
:30A 07:45A OFF
08:00P OFF OFF
OFF OFF OFF
Step 3– Use the Up or Down arrows to enter the desired start time. Moving to another parameter will save the changes as
well as pressing the SELECT
button.
Step 4– Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to edit or add another start time.
Step 5– Place the start time to OFF to remove.
Step 6– Press the BACK
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
Schedule Details
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED menu, use the Up or Down arrows to select SCHEDULE DETAILS. Press SELECT .
SCHEDULE DETAILS
MAX SCHEDULES1
SCHEDULE A
SCHEDULE B
SCHEDULE C
AUX 1
Step 2– Use the Up or Down arrows to select the schedule you want to edit. Press SELECT .
Step 3– Use the Up
Step 4– Use the Left
values. Press SELECT
or Down arrows to select through the menu items you want to edit. Press SELECT .
or Right arrows to navigate to the parameter and use the Up or Down arrows to modify the
to save.
Set Maximum Schedules
e maximum concurrently running schedule is set in Schedule Details. e default setting is 1 schedule. e auxiliary schedule is not
included in the set maximum. You can set a maximum of 1–3 schedules to activate at the same time.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu. Use the Up or Down arrows to select MAX
SCHEDULES. Press the Right
SCHEDULE DETAILS
MAX SCHEDULES1
SCHEDULE A
SCHEDULE B
SCHEDULE C
AUX 1
arrow or SELECT.
Step 2– Use the Up or Down arrows to set the maximum schedules to activate concurrently. Press SELECT to save.
Step 3– Press the BACK
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
STATUS – Select the schedule’s mode. Place it in ENABLED (Active) or DISABLED (OFF).
5:1& – Select the schedule type. Select between Weekdays, Even, Odd or Interval scheduling.
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Set Schedule Type
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Selecting Weekday scheduling will activate all 7 days of the week. You can disable any of the 7 days as a non-watering day.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
SCHEDULE A
STATUSENABLED
TYPE
RESTRICTIONS
MONTHLY ADJUST
or Down arrows to navigate to TYPE. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
or Down arrows to select WEEKDAY. Press SELECT .
WEEKDAY
.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
Step 4– Press the BACK arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Selecting Odd scheduling will activate all odd-numbered days in the calendar as a watering day. e 31st day of the month is not a watering
day.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
SCHEDULE A
STATUSENABLED
TYPE
RESTRICTIONS
MONTHLY ADJUST
or Down arrows to navigate to TYPE. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
or Down arrows to select ODD. Press SELECT .
ODD
.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
Step 4– Press the BACK arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Selecting Even will activate all even-numbered days in the calendar as a watering day.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
SCHEDULE A
STATUSENABLED
TYPE
RESTRICTIONS
MONTHLY ADJUST
or Down arrows to navigate to TYPE. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to select EVEN. Press the Right arrow or SELECT.
EVEN
.
Step 4– Press the BACK arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Selecting Interval watering allows you to specify the number of days between watering. Selecting an interval of 3 will prompt the controller
to water every 3rd day.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
INTERVAL
WATERS EVERY 03 DAYS
CURRENT DAY 01
WATERS ON LAST DAY
OF INTERVAL
or Down arrows to navigate to TYPE. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to select INTERVAL. Press SELECT .
.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
Step 4– Use the Right arrow to navigate to WATERS EVERY designation. Modify using the Up or Down arrows. Press
SELECT
to save and advance to the next parameter. Enter 2 for every other day, 3 for every third day, etc.
Step 5– e CURRENT DAY designation represents the present day within the interval schedule. Enter 1 for rst day, 2 for second
day, 3 for third day, etc. Press SELECT
INTERVAL
WATERS EVERY 03 DAYS
CURRENT DAY
WATERS ON LAST DAY
OF INTERVAL
02
to save.
Step 6– Press the BACK arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
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Restrictions function allows you to select the day and time frame you do not want any scheduled watering activity.
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Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
Step 4– Use the Left
watering
RESTRICTION DAYS
S M T W T F S
TODAY IS THURSDAY
or Down arrows to navigate to RESTRICTIONS. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to navigate to RESTRICTION DAYS. Press SELECT .
or Right arrows to navigate through the days of the week. Use the Up or Down arrows to restrict
. To activate watering, select for that day. Press SELECT to save.
.
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Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
Step 4– Use the Up
to navigate between the hours and minutes. Use the Up
save. e EVOLUTION
or Down arrows to navigate to RESTRICTIONS. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to navigate to RESTRICTION TIME. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to select START or STOP. Press SELECT . Use the Left or Right arrows
.
or Down arrows to adjust the time. Press SELECT to
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controller will not allow any schedules to activate between the start time and the stop time during
restricted days.
RESTRICTION TIME
START10:00AM
STOP03:00PM
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
Note: Scheduled watering that continues into a restricted day will stop.
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Use the monthly adjust function to allow EVOLUTION
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to automatically increase or decrease your watering with respect to the seasons
for all zones assigned to the schedule. During the winter and spring months, it may be necessary to decrease watering. In the summer
months, it might be necessary to increase watering.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
Down
or Down arrows to navigate to MONTHLY ADJUST. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to select the month you want to edit. Press SELECT . Use the Up or
arrows to enter the percentage you want your watering duration to increase or decrease. Press SELECT to save.
.
Repeat Step 3 for the remaining months as necessary.
MONTHLY ADJUST
JANUARY-15%
FEBRUARY--MARCH--APRIL--MAY---
As an example, a runtime of 10 minutes with an adjustment of +50% will increase the actual runtime to 15 minutes. Similarly,
an adjustment of -50% will decrease the runtime to 5 minutes.
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Use the Grow In function to set the schedule to water continuously for an extended period of time.
Step 4 – Use the Up
or Down arrows to select the proper value. Press SELECT to save.
START – Enter the start time of the cycle.
END – Enter the end time of the cycle.
RUNTIME – Enter the duration the cycle will run. Set runtime in hours and minutes (HH:MM).
DELAY – Enter the duration between each cycle. Set delay in hours and minutes (HH:MM).
END AFTER – Enter the number of days the cycle will repeat. Select from 1-90 days.
GROW IN
START07:00AM
END05:00PM
RUNTIME00:05
DELAY00:20
END AFTER10 DAYS
Note: Restricted days will not aect the Grow In schedule but an activated rain sensor will.
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Use the erase schedule function to reset the selected schedule. e schedule’s status will be set to DISABLED (except for schedule A, it
remains ENABLED) and the schedule TYPE set to WEEKDAYS. All other settings within the schedule will be set to OFF.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
ERASE SCHEDULE
ARE YOU SURE?NO
or Down arrows to navigate to ERASE SCHEDULE. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to :FT to proceed to erase the schedule or No to cancel. Press SELECT .
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Use the MV/Pump Delay function to set a wait time between activating the master valve or pump, and activating the rst zone in the
schedule. is delay is usually used to allow the system enough time to build pressure for proper operation, or to ll the irrigation piping
system with water.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
SCHEDULE A
ERASE SCHEDULE
MV/PUMP DELAY 00:10
ZONE DELAYOFF
or Down arrows to navigate to MV/PUMP DELAY. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to adjust the delay time as necessary. Press SELECT .
.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
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Use the Zone Delay function to set a wait time after a zone ends watering and before another zone is activated. is delay is usually used
when the system is being fed by a well. e delay is used to allow the well enough time to recharge.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
SCHEDULE A
MV/PUMP DELAYOFF
ZONE DELAY
MV/PUMP IN DELAY OFF
or Down arrows to navigate to ZONE DELAY. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to adjust the delay time as necessary. Press SELECT .
00:10
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Use the MV/Pump In Delay to set whether the master valve or pump is active during zone delays. e default is set to OFF.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED/SCHEDULE DETAILS menu, use the Up
want to edit. Press SELECT
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Up
SCHEDULE A
MV/PUMP DELAYOFF
ZONE DELAYOFF
MV/PUMP IN DELAY
or Down arrows to navigate to MP/PUMP IN DELAY. Press SELECT .
or Down arrows to set the MP/Pump In Delay to ON or OFF during zone delays. Press SELECT .
ON
.
or Down arrows to select the Schedule you
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Sensors
e Sensors function allows you to assign a rain sensor to each of the schedules. Schedules with a rain sensor assigned will not water when
the sensor is activated.
Step 1– While in the ADVANCED menu, use the Up
Step 2– Use the Up
Step 3– Use the Left
Step 4– Use the Up
rain sensor is activated, EVOLUTION
or Down arrows to select the sensor you want to set.
or Right arrows to select the schedule.
or Down arrows to place a check mark under the desired schedules to assign the rain sensor. When the
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will prevent schedules from operating. Replace the check mark with a dash to disable
or Down arrows to select the SENSORS. Press SELECT .
the sensor for that schedule.
RAIN
SENSORS
A B Ca
Use the Right arrows to select to access the sensor setup screen.
RAIN SENSOR
RAIN DELAYOFF
CURRENT STATE IS DRY
Step 5– Select Rain Delay. Press SELECT or Right arrows to navigate to the parameter.
Step 6– Use the Up
or Down arrows to set a delay of 1-14 days or OFF. e rain delay is the waiting period after the rain
sensor is detected to be dry.
Step 7– Press the BACK
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
Diagnostics
e EVOLUTIONTM controller provides a diagnostic function to check whether the system’s zones are properly functioning. When
activated, the controller will test each available zone. EVOLUTION
been tested, OK for zones working within the current draw range, OVERCRNT for zones drawing above the recommended current draw,
or SHORT for zones that have a grounded circuitry.
DIAGNOSTICS
ZONE TEST
ZONE CURRENT TEST
MASTER VALVEOK
ZONE 1OVERCRNT
ZONE 2SHORT
ZONE 3––
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will display dashes (--) for zones that are being tested and have not
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Firmware
e Firmware function allows you to review the controller’s rmware version. Press SELECT to access the rmware version.
FIRMWARE
CONTROLLER01.09
Firmware Update
e EVOLUTIONTM controller’s rmware can easily be updated by downloading the latest software from www.toro.com/evolution. A USB
ash drive is needed for this procedure.
Step 1– Create a folder inside your USB ash drive with the name Evolution.
Step 2– Create a folder inside the Evolution folder with the name Firmware.
Step 3– Go to the EVOLUTION
rmware inside the Firmware folder in your USB ash drive.
Step 4– Turn O the power to the controller.
Step 5– Press the Up
BOOT LOAD MODE V1.02
USB DRIVE PLEASE !
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website, www.toro.com/evolution, and download the most current rmware version. Save the
and Down arrows simultaneously and turn On the power to the controller.
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Step 6– Connect your USB ash drive into the EVOLUTIONTM USB port.
USB
Step 7– Follow the controller prompts to nalize the rmware update.
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Note: Although many USB ash drives may function well with the EVOLUTION
Select this function to reset the controller to the factory default parameters. Schedule B, C and Auxiliary will be disabled and all of their
parameters will be cleared or set to OFF. Schedule A will be set with a WEEKDAY schedule with all 7 days active. It will have one start time
set to OFF and all zone runtimes set to OFF.
FACTORY RESET
RESET TO FACTORY
DEFAULTS?
YES
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Help/Setup
Alerts
e EVOLUTIONTM controller always checks the system for proper function and it will provide feedback if it detects any system
abnormality. e Alerts menu allows you to view and clear detected system faults.
Alert Listings
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Short - EVOLUTION
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current rating.
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display again unless a Factory Reset is performed.
Step 1– Plug your USB Flash drive into the EVOLUTION
Step 2– Press the
Step 3– Use the Up
ALERTS
CONTACT TORO
SET TIME/DATE
LOAD FROM USB
SAVE TO USB
HELP/SETUP button.
or Down arrows to navigate to LOAD FROM USB. Press SELECT .
HELP/SETUP
e EVOLUTIONTM controller will list all available the schedule les. Use the Up or Down arrows to navigate to the
desired schedule. Use the Right
Step 4– Press the BACK
arrow to return to the previous menu or HOME to return to the main screen.
arrow or SELECT to load the schedule.
USB port located at the back of the control panel. See 'JHVSF on page 2.
Save to USB
Save to USB is used to save all the schedules that are programmed in the controller so it can be reloaded if accidentally erased. e Save to
USB function is also helpful when loading multiple controllers with the same schedule programs.
Note: Although many USB ash drives may function well with the EVOLUTIONTM controller, the following USB specications are
Internal Transformer, Class 2, UL Listed, CSA Certified (or equivalent)
Input: 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Output: 24 VAC, 60 Hz, 1.25A
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Internal Transformer, TUV Approved, SAA Approved
Input: 220–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output: 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 30 VA
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Electronic Compatibility
%PNFTUJDis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part
15 of the FCC Rules. ese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
is 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 this equipment does harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
e user may nd the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:
“How To Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.” is booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Oce,
Washington, DC 20402, stock # 004-000-00345-4.
*OUFSOBUJPOBM is is a CISPR 22 Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures. Each stations can activate up to two solenoids.
is product, utilizing a Class 2 transformer tested to UL1585, satises the requirements of a Class 2 Power Source as dened in the NFPA
70 (NEC), Article 725.121(A)(3).
Toro Contact Information
For U.S.A. support, call 1-800-367-8676.
For global support, send email to evolution@toro.com.
Visit the EVOLUTION
TM
website for the latest news and information at www.toro.com/evolution.