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EVOLUTION® Series Add-On:
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EVOLUTION® Series Add-On:
EVO-WS Weather Sensor
EVO-WS Weather Sensor
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing Toro’s new EVOLUTION Series
Controller with the EVO-WS Weather Sensor Add-On. With the
Weather Sensor Add-On, you will quickly realize savings in
both time and money while keeping your garden healthy and
beautiful.
e EVO-WS Wireless Weather Sensor system is designed
exclusively for your Toro EVOLUTION Series Controller to
continuously monitor and adjust automatic watering to suit
current watering needs.
e Wireless Sensor system consists of a remote Weather
Sensor. e sensor detects current sunlight level, temperature and
rainfall, then transmits this information wirelessly to the
Smart Connect™ (offered seperately) device plugged into the
EVOLUTION Series Controller. e controller then adjusts the
Specifications
• Dimensions:
2.75” (7 cm) W x 7” (17,8 cm) H (over 2” [5 cm] antenna) x 6.25” (15,9 cm) D (over 4” [10,2 cm] mounting
bracket)
• 9V Alkaline battery (included)
running time to provide the optimum
amount of water required for the
next watering day.
To familiarize yourself with
EVO-WS Weather Sensor system,
please take a few moments to read
through this guide in its entirety.
FCC-ID: OF7WS9
IC: 3575A-WS9
• RF reception range:
1000’ (305 m) LOS (line of sight)
• Operating temperature range:
14° – 140° F ( -10°– 60°C)
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Table of Contents
Specications 1
Weather Sensor Overview 3
Installation 4
Smart Connect® 4
e SD Card Explained 4
Adding the Sensor to the Controller 4
Adjusting the Rain Sensor reshold 7
Weather Sensor 7
Basic Operation 9
Menu Navigation 9
Getting to the Sensors Menu 9
Weather Sensor Menu 10
Current Adjust 10
Temperature 10
Rain Status 10
Freeze O 10
Dryout Days 10
Water Adjust 10
Update Time 11
Average % Days 11
My Location 11
Signal Strength 11
Battery Level 11
Battery Replacement 12
Review 13
Resetting to Factory Defaults 13
Wireless Communication Problems 13
Toro Warranty and Support 14
Installation Notes 15
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Weather Sensor Overview
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1. Rain Sensor Test Pin
Pressing the test pin simulates operation of the Rain Sensor
by transmitting a signal to the Smart Pod.
2. Rain Sensor Adjustment Cap
e Rain Sensor sensitivity is adjustable to suspend
watering at 1/8”, 1/4”,, 1/2” and 3/4” (3 mm, 6 mm, 12
mm and 19 mm) of accumulated rainfall.
3. Solar Collector
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Solar radiation and temperature are used by the Smart Pod
to calculate and adjust watering to suit current weather
conditions.
4. Battery Compartment
A 9V Alkaline battery (installed) can provide Weather
Sensor operation up to ve years.
See battery service information on page 9 for additional
information.
5. QuickClip™ Mounting Bracket
e QuickClip bracket design enables the Weather Sensor
to be easily installed and aligned.
6. Antenna
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Installation
EVOLUTION® Smart Connect®
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SD Card Explained
e supplied SD card contains forty years of weather data
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for all latitudes, longitudes, and zip codes in North America.
When the weather sensor's location is entered in the controller
(page 6), historical weather data is loaded into the controller.
In the event your controller loses connectivity to the weather
sensor, the controller will use the the historical weather data to
determine the irrigation run time until connectivity is restored.
Adding the Sensor to the Controller
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For the EVOLUTION® controller to communicate with
the weather sensor, the sensor (with its unique ID) must be
“added” to the controller.
(For assistance with menu navigation, please see the "Menu
Navigation" section on page 9.)
1. Press ADVANCED then .
2. to ADD/REMOVE DEVICE. to conrm.
ADVANCED
→
ZONE DETAILS
SCHEDULE STARTS
SCHEDULE DETAILS
SENSORS
→
ADD/REMOVE DEVICE
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3. to WEATHER. to ADD. to conrm.
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ADD/REMOVE DEVICE
WEATHER
SOIL 1 ADD
SOIL 2 ADD
SOIL 3 ADD
→
AUX 2 ADD
ADD
4. e EVOLUTION® controller waits for the identication
signal from the weather sensor.
To activate the sensor:
For new sensors, press and hold the Test Pin for 10-15
seconds. A red LED, viewable from the lower vent area,
will illuminate twice after 10 seconds (if not already
active).
ADD/REMOVE DEVICE
PRESS TEST PIN OR
5. Activate the sensor.
e EVO-WS Weather Sensor is shipped with the
battery circuit deactivated. It is necessary to activate the
sensor prior to installation.
WAIT FOR SIGNAL
. .
CANCEL
If the sensor is already installed, there are two ways to
establish communication:
• Go to the sensor and press and
release the test pin for 15 seconds
- OR -
• Simply wait 30 minutes for the
sensor to communicate with the
controller.
Return to the controller.
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6. e controller should detect the sensor. Conrm that the
device ID detected matches the sensor’s actual ID.
ADD/REMOVE DEVICE
WEATHER
DEVICE ID 05 43 31
STATUS ACTIVE
CORRECT?
YES
7. e next step is to enter the location information. It is
possible to enter either by zip code or Latitude and
Longitude coordinates (available from Google Maps®).
MY LOCATION
TYPE
ZIP CODE 92504
ZIP CODE
CONTINUE
SN: 054331
If it does match, press and continue to add the sensor.
If it does not match, change to NO, press , and repeat
steps 3-6.
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To adjust TYPE, press to move to ZIP CODE.
Press to select LONG/LATor ZIP CODE.
8. Press . Adjust the Zip Code or Latitude and
Longitude values with the and buttons.
Use and to switch between number elds.
9. When done, move to CONTINUE. Press .
After a moment, the screen returns to the
ADD/REMOVE DEVICE screen.
e sensor is now added. To actually control irrigation, it
must be added to a schedule (see page 9).
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Adjusting the Rain Sensor Threshold
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e Weather Sensor is preset to suspend watering at 1/4” (6
mm) of accumulated rainfall. ree alternate settings of 1/8” (3
mm), 1/2” (12 mm) and 3/4” (19 mm) are provided. Prior to
installing the Weather Sensor, adjust the threshold to the
preferred setting as required.
Increasing the threshold setting results in extending the
length of timer required for the sensor to shut o or
postpone watering during rain, as well as extending the
dry-out period before scheduled watering will resume.
In areas where heavy fog or mist is common, the 1/8” (3
mm) setting may not provide accurate rain detection, and
is not recommended.
1. Turn the cap slightly, releasing it from the two retaining pins.
2. Adjust the cap to engage the pins at the preferred slot setting.
1/4” (6 .4mm)
1/2 ” (13m m)
The Weather Sensor
Important: e Weather Sensor must have full exposure
to sun, wind and rain, and must not be installed inside a rain
gutter, or in any location where immersion, runo, or contact
with irrigation spray will occur. Avoid installation near a heat
source, such as a heater vent or chimney. Also avoid installation
near any large metal structure or high current-draw equipment
that may generate signal interference. Ensure the antenna wire
hangs unobstructed below the Weather Sensor.
e communication range of the Wireless Weather Sensor
system is 1000’ (305 m) LOS (line of sight). Some loss of
range can be expected due to interference from obstacles
in the signal path. Test the signal reception from the
proposed installation site prior to mounting the Weather
Sensor, as described in the following procedure.
1. Start a manual watering operation for a zone that can be
seen from the proposed Weather Sensor location. Press and
hold the Rain Sensor test pin to send a signal to the Smart
Connect. If the signal is received, watering should shut o
within a short time. If not, repeat the test from a slightly
dierent location, until communication is established.
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2. (A) For rain gutter installation: back the bracket
thumbscrew out to clear the rain gutter edge. Holding
the Weather Sensor in position, tighten the thumbscrew
securely.
(B) For solid structure installation: remove the thumbscrew
and secure the bracket using the provided stainless screws
(or other appropriate stainless fasteners).
3. With the mounting bracket securely fastened, check the
vertical alignment of the Weather Sensor. To adjust, loosen
the phillips screw at the bracket joint, adjust to vertical, then
tighten the screw securely.
A
B
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Basic Operation
Menu Navigation
• Use or to navigate the menu commands.
• To change a value, press or to move to the desired
eld, then press and to adjust the value.
• Remember to press to input the desired value.
Getting to the Sensors Menu
1. Press ADVANCED then .
2. Press to SENSORS. Press .
e Sensors screen appears.
SENSORS
A B C
RAIN
WEATHER - -
SOIL 1 - -
→
SOIL 2
3. To add a sensor to a schedule:
Press or to select the desired Schedule (A, B, or C).
Press or to make the sensor active for the
selected schedule.
: sensor is active.
-: sensor is inactive.
In the screen above, a weather sensor is assigned to schedule
A and a soil sensor to schedule B.
4. To access the settings for the Weather Sensor, press to
WEATHER then press four times.
e WS Sensor menu appears.
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Weather Sensor Menu
Rain Status
Displays the state of the rain sensor: “Dry” or “Wet”.
SENSORS
CURRENT ADJUST --TEMPERATURE 81°F
RAIN STATUS DRY
FREEZE OFF AT
39°F
→
DRYOUT DAYS 02
Current Adjust
e percentage that the weather sensor is going to adjust the
irrigation runtime. Possible values range between OFF and
+150, though realistically, values will display between ±35%.
For example, if the evapotranspiration (ET) historical data
calls for a hot season, but the week has in fact been cloudy, the
“Current Adjust” might show "-20%" to reect the decreased
runtime. It can also display “OFF”.
Temperature
Displays the current temperature at the sensor location.
Temperature unit (Celcius or Farenheit) can be changed in the
controller preferences settings (see the EVOLUTION® user
manual).
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Freeze O
e temperature at which irrigation will be turned o due to
cold temperatures. Selections range from 35°-45°F in 2 degree
increments.
1. Press or to raise or lower the temperature value.
2. Press to input the value.
Dryout Days
After a rain, it is not always necessary to resume irrigation right
away. Setting a Dryout Days period, from zero to 14 days,
delays the automatic resumption of irrigation.
1. Press or to increase or decrease the number of
days to “dryout”.
2. Press to input the value.
Water Adjust
Water Adjust allows the runtime of all stations in all schedules
to be adjusted by a maximum of ±35%. So, for example, if
the programmed runtime for station 1 is 10 minutes, setting
a Water Adjust of +35% would adjust that run time to 13
minutes, 30 seconds. is is useful for seasonal changes.
1. Press or to increase or decrease the percentage
of irrigation runtime.
2. Press to input the value.
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Update Time
is is the time at which the sensor will update the controller
with new ET data. If irrigation were to commence at 6am, for
example, it might be advantageous to have ET data sent to the
controller at 5:45am to optimize watering runtimes.
1. Press or to adjust the hour, minute, and AM/
PM elds.
2. Press or to switch from one eld to another.
3. Press to input the value.
Average % Days
is is the previous number of days from which the sensor
will use to generate an average runtime value. is is done to
minimize the impact of unseasonably cold or hot days. Values
range from 1-7 (days).
1. Press or to change the number of days.
2. Press to input the value.
My Location
Setting the My Location is necessary for ET data to work. It
is possible to set the location by either U.S. ZIP Code or by
Latitude and Longitude. (See Step 7 illustration, page 6.)
1. To adjust TYPE, press to move to ZIP CODE.
Press to select LONG/LATor ZIP CODE.
values with the and buttons.
Use and to switch between number elds.
3. When done, move to CONTINUE. Press .
After a moment, the screen should display SUCCESS.
Signal Strength
Indicates signal strength as a series of bars ( ).
WEATHER SENSOR
AVERAGE % DAYS
→
ID
MY LOCATION
MY LOCATION
SIGNAL STRENGTH
BATTERY LEVEL GOOD
Battery Level
Displays the charge level of the battery in the weather sensor.
(See above illustration.)
2. Press . Adjust Zip Code or Latitude and Longitude
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Battery
Under normal operating conditions, the Weather Sensor battery
can last up to ve years. A weak battery condition in the sensor
is indicated on the EVOLUTION controller: the red LED will
ash and you will be prompted to check the Alerts screen. A
weak battery can result in loss of communication with the sensor.
To replace the battery:
1. e battery is stored in the upper half of the sensor
housing. To access the battery, release and remove the
upper housing by twisting it clockwise.
3. To reassemble the sensor housing, thread the antenna wire
through the lower housing, exiting the center hole in the
bottom grid.
4. Mate the two halves squarely, aligning the translucent
dome above the mounting bracket.
5. Turn the upper housing counterclockwise to securely
engage the lower housing.
To clear a weak battery alert condition
1. At the controller, press .
2. On ALERTS, press .
3. On the Alerts screen, press to move to the
LOW WS BATTERY alert. Press .
9V
9V
2. Disconnect the battery wire clip. Remove and replace the
used battery with a fresh 9V Alkaline battery. Reconnect
the battery wire clip.
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ALERTS
CLEAR ALL
LOW WS BATTERY
4. You will be prompted to CLEAR ALERT?
Press to change to YES. Press .
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Review Screen
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e Review screen allows operators to review settings
for the various sensors added to the controller.
1. Press the Review button.
2. Press to the WEATHER SENSOR. Press .
Resetting to Factory Defaults
Resetting to Factory Defaults clears ALL SENSOR
SETTINGS and ALL ADDED IDs.
1. Go to the Sensors screen (page 10) and scroll down to
SMART CONNECT. Press .
REVIEW
SCHEDULE A
SCHEDULE B
AUX 2
RAIN SENSOR
WEATHER SENSOR
3. Use to scroll through the various sensor settings.
REVIEW
WEATHER SENSOR
ADJUST --RAIN STATUS WET
SENSOR TEMP 81°F
→
SIGNAL STRENGTH
SENSORS
A B C
SOIL 1 - -
SOIL 2
SOIL 3
→
SMART CONNECT
2. Change the value to YES and press .
Wireless Communication Problems
e eective range of the EVO-WS Weather Sensor is 1,000 feet. at
range can be impacted by walls and/or electrical appliances that cause
radio interference.
If you experience wireless communication problems, try the following:
• Install the sensor as close to the controller location as possible. If
the signal strength is not good in one location, try another location
nearby. Sometimes moving the sensor only a few feet can greatly
improve signal strength.
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Toro Support
Toro Commitment to Quality
Toro is committed to developing and producing the highest quality, best performing, most dependable products on the market. Because your satisfaction
is our rst priority, we have provided the Toro Helpline to assist you with any
questions or problems that may arise. If for some reason you are not satised
with your purchase or have questions, please contact us toll free at
1-877-345-8676.
limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation
may not apply to you. is warranty gives you specic legal rights and you
may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Warranty
e Toro Company and its aliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to
an agreement between them, jointly warrants, to the owner, against defects
in material and workmanship for a period of ve years from the date of
purchase. Neither e Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable
for failure of products not manufactured by them, even though such products
may be sold or used in conjunction with Toro products.During such warranty
period, we will repair or replace, at our option, any part found to be defective. Return the defective part to the place of purchase. Our liability is limited
solely to the replacement or repair of defective parts. ere are no other
express warranties. is warranty does not apply where equipment is used, or
installation is performed, in any manner contrary to Toro’s specications and
instructions, nor where equipment is altered or modied. Neither e Toro
Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the use of equipment, including
but not limited to: vegetation loss, the cost of substitute equipment or services required during periods of malfunction or resulting non-use, property
damage or personal injury resulting from installer’s negligence.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
All implied warranties, including those of merchantability and tness for use,
are limited to the duration of this express warranty. Some states do not allow
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Australian Warranty Statement
is product comes with a manufacturer’s guarantee against defects in
material and workmanship when used for its intended purpose. Our
obligation under this guarantee is limited to the repair or replacement of the
product at our discretion for the period stated. In the event of a claim, you
must immediately cease using the product and return the product, together
with your proof of purchase and an explanation of the fault to the store you
purchased it from. All costs associated with the return of the product are the
purchasers’ responsibility. To process the warranty, the retailer must contact
Toro Australia via their representative or the phone number listed below.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a
major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss
or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.
Toro Australia Pty Ltd, 53 Howards Road, Beverley SA 5009 1300 130 898,
info.au@toro.com
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FCC Part 15 Rules
is 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. 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 generates interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
on and o, 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 No. 004-000-00345-
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Installation Notes
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