Toro Network VP Satellite Series User Manual
Network VPTM 3.00 Satellite
User’s Guide
• 16 to 64 stations in eight-station increments
• Field programmable for future upgrades
• Does not require EPROM(s) replacement
• Operates as a stand-alone controller or under
the management of a central computer.
• Supports wireline or radio communications
with the central computer
• Supports hybrid communication (wireline
and radio) for increased flexibility and cost
effectiveness
• 64 irrigation programs:
• Independent stand-alone and central
operation
• Basic, Advanced and Grow-In programs with
unique capabilities to meet your needs
• Multi-Manual, Program Start and Syringe
manual operations
• Operates up to 32 stations simultaneously
• Backwards compatible with Network 8000
Index
Radio Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
Fuse and Circuit Breaker Specifications- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
Satellite Controller Specifications- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
Modes of Operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
General Editing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
Timing Mechanism Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Distribution Board Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
Output Board Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
Pump / Common Board Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
Communication Board Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
Power-Up Diagnostics - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
Home Key - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
Start Key - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
Pause / Resume Key - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10–11
Stop Key - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Satellite Settings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12–13
Station Settings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14–15
Scheduled Watering - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16–21
• Basic Irrigation Program - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
• Advanced Irrigation Program- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
• Grow-In Irrigation Program - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19
• GMM (Group Multi-Manual Function) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20
• Station Based Flow Management - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21
Manual Watering - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22–23
• Multi-Manual - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
• Manual Syringe - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23
• Manual Program - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23
% (Percent) Adjust - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24
Diagnostics - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24–25
Trouble Shooting Guide - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 26–27
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Lithium Battery Replacement - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Back Cover
Electromagnetic Compatibility - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Back Cover
Radio Specifications
Equipment Type – Data radio, MAXON, model SD-125 U2
Frequency Band – UHF
RF Output Power – 2.0 watt
Current Consumption:
Standby (Muted) – < 65 mA
Transmit 2 watts RF power – < 1.0A
FCC License: FCC ID# MNT-PC-UC
Fuse & Circuit Breaker Specifications
Power Supply:
1.5A On/Off Switch/Circuit Breaker – Main Power Input
3.2A Fuse (Slow-Blow) – Field Output
4.0A Circuit Breaker – Control Functions (Timing Mechanism)
Output Board : 3A Fuse
Communication Board :
0.5A Fuse – Communication Line Protection
7.5A Fuse – Common Line Protection
0.5A Fuse – Pump Line Protection
Pump/Common & Communication Surge Protection Module (optional): 1A Fuse
Satellite Controller Specifications
Line Voltage: 115-120 or 230-240 VAC 50/60 Hz (switchable), 130 VA
Current Draw (no load): 0.21A @ 115-120 VAC, 60 Hz or 0.10A @ 230-240 VAC, 50 Hz
Current Draw (maximum load): 0.91A @ 115-120 VAC, 60 Hz or 0.45A @ 230-240 VAC, 50 Hz
Current Load (based on available 24 VAC)
Maximum Current Available for Load: 3.0A (72 VA)
Maximum Load Per Station: 0.75A (18 VA)
Maximum Load Per Pump/Master Valve: 1A (24 VA)
Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C (14°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature: -30°C to +65°C (-22°F to 149°F)
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Introduction
The Toro Network VPTM Satellite combines modular flexibility, ease of use and increased programmability in a single
controller.
Modularity means flexibility. The Network VP is available from 16 to 64 stations, and can expand in eight-station
increments to meet your needs. Optional station switch capability and surge protection provide simple operation and
added security.
The intuitive Network VP user interface is easy to use and includes a backlight for improved visibility in low-light
conditions, yet it is completely viewable in direct sunlight. The faceplate’s combination of menu keys, navigation
arrows and input dial allows for easy menu navigation and quick settings establishment.
With 64 irrigation programs, the Network VP allows programming to the station level. Discrete local and central
modes make stand-alone and central controlled operations independent from one another, while the ability to run up
to 32 stations simultaneously lets you deliver more water, quicker than ever before.
Modes of Operation
The Network VP satellite can be placed in three operating modes: Central mode, Local mode and Off mode. In all
three modes, the satellite will accept communications from SiteProTM. Select the mode of operation by pressing the
Satellite Settings and selecting Comm Mode. Select from the three modes using the
Input Dial .
Central Mode - When placed in Central Mode, the satellite will allow SitePro to download irrigation programs,
edit time and date and modify the satellite’s operation mode. If communication between central and satellite
is interrupted for more than one hour, the Central Mode LED indicator will start flashing until communication is
reestablished.
Note: Only SitePro 2.1 or later can modify the satellite’s operation mode. Previous SitePro versions are not
capable of this operation.
Local Mode - When placed in Local mode, the satellite will execute previously downloaded or locally
configured irrigation programs. In this mode, the satellite will allow the central to edit time, date and operation mode
but will not allow modification of settings affecting irrigation programs.
Off Mode - When placed in Off mode, the satellite will not execute any watering operation whether it is program
or manually initiated. Any watering operation will terminate once the satellite is placed in Off mode. Watering
operations will resume once the satellite is placed back to Central or Local mode. In this mode, the satellite will
allow the central to edit time, date and operation mode but will not allow modification of settings affecting irrigation
programs.
General Editing
Pressing a menu key on the Network VP satellite will display menu items. Items with fields containing values that
can be edited are called Entry Fields. Use the Arrow Keys to navigate through the menus
and entry fields. Modify any selected value by scrolling through the selection using the Input Dial .
Values will be saved automatically when you exit an entry field or press another menu key. Pressing the HOME Key
will also save any modification and revert back to Home display.
Additionally, if no keypad activity is detected within five minutes, the satellite will automatically save any
modifications and revert back to Home display.
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Timing Mechanism Components
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Arrows allow you to select the
next entry field within the same
menu line. Any changes will be
saved after you exit that entry
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1
4
field.
2 Up and Down
Arrows allow you to scroll up
and down through the menu
6 7 8 9
10
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items.
3 Operation Mode LED
11 12 13 14 15
Display will indicate the current
satellite operation mode.
4 LCD Panel is the display
screen.
5 Input Dial allows you to scroll through the value selection within the selected entry field.
6 Home Key allows you to exit from any function menu and return the satellite to normal operation.
After pressing the Home Key, all modifications to the settings will be saved.
7 Manual Watering Menu Key allows you to activate station(s) or program(s) manually.
8 Scheduled Watering Menu Key allows you to modify each irrigation program’s parameter.
Use this function to assign the program start times, end times, delay times, stations, runtimes, repeats and
maximum simultaneous stations per program.
9 Diagnostics Menu Key allows you to view the satellite’s firmware version as well as
sequentially activate each stations momentarily. Use this function to troubleshoot the system.
10 Station Settings Menu Key allows you to modify station parameters. Within this setting, you
can specify each station’s percent adjust, disable the station from any activity, hold station watering for a
specific number of days, set the station type to a switch and create or edit the station description/name.
11 Percent Adjust Menu Key allows you to adjust watering to a specific percentage range. The
user can specify percentage adjustment for satellite, programs and stations.
12 Start Key will execute selected program or manual operation.
13 Pause/Resume Key will pause currently activated program(s). Press the key while in pause and
select Resume to continue operation.
14 Stop Key will cancel currently running program(s) or station(s).
15 Satellite Settings Menu Key allows the user to modify the satellite parameters. Users can
specify the satellite communication mode, hold duration for satellite’s activity, the language, clock settings,
date, day change, CSG address, satellite address, station delay, maximum number of stations to run
simultaneously, units and display contrast. Within this menu, the user can also reset all programs, reset the
station parameters and reset all disables.
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Distribution Board Components
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1
2
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1 5V, 9V and 12V LED Indicator - When illuminated, the LED indicates the presence of the
corresponding voltage in the satellite’s circuitry.
2 GND, 12V, 9V and 5V Sources - Voltage source pins provide terminals for monitoring the
satellite’s internal voltages with the use of a digital multi-meter or an oscilloscope.
3 Timing Mechanism Cable Socket - VP Timing Mechanism data cable connection socket.
4 Data Cable Socket - (For future use.)
5 Power Source Socket - 15 VAC input power cable from the satellite’s transformer.
6 RS-232 Data Socket - The RS-232 Data connector enables the satellite to interface with a laptop
or Hand-Held PC.
Output Board Components
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5
1 Output Board LED Indicator - When
illuminated, the LED indicates that power is present at
the output board.
2 Station LED Indicator - When illuminated,
the LED indicates that the corresponding station
output has been activated.
3 Output Board Fuse - Each output board
is equipped with a 3A fuse. Placing individual fuse
to each board enables the satellite to bypass any
shorted output board and continue operation to the
remaining output boards.
4 Fuse LED Indicator - When illuminated, the
LED indicates that the fuse is functional.
5 Standard Station terminal Connector
- If no additional surge protection is needed, the
standard station terminal connector is sufficient for
station connection.
6 Surge Output Board - The surge output
board is used in lightning prone areas where
additional surge protection is needed. The Surge
Output board also allows the user to manually
activate or deactivate any station with a switch.
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6
1
4
2
ON
OFF
AUTO
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6
Pump / Common Board Components
1
PUMP COMMON
PUMP COMMON
ON
AUTO
OFF
PUMP COMMON
PUMP COMMON
ON
AUTO
OFF
1 Pump Terminal Switch - The Pump terminal can be placed in
ON, OFF or Auto with this switch.
2 Common Terminal Switch - The Common terminal can be
placed in ON, OFF or Auto with this switch.
Note: The Common switch must be set to ON when activating a
station using the output board station switch.
3 Pump LED Indicator - When illuminated, the LED indicates
activation of the pump terminal.
4 Common LED Indicator - When illuminated, the LED
indicates the activation of the 1st common terminal.
5 Common LED Indicator - When illuminated, the LED
indicates the activation of the 2nd common terminal.
6 24 VAC Indicator - When illuminated, the LED indicates that
the
24 VAC in the Pump/Common output board and the fuse are
functional.
7 Pump/Common Board Fuse - The Pump/Common output
board is equipped with a 1A fuse.
8 Output LED Indicator - When illuminated, the LED indicates
the presence of voltage at the pump terminal output.
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4
5
1
2
6
7
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Communication Board Components
1 Communication Data Socket - Timing mechanism
interface
2 Power Supply Socket - Pump/Common board
interface
3 0.5A Fuse - Communication Line Protection
4 0.5A Fuse - Communication Line Protection
5 7.5A Fuse - Common Line Protection
6 0.5A Fuse - Pump Line Protection
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Power-Up Diagnostics
Upon power-up, the satellite will display:
Network VP
Booting
The Network VP Satellite will initiate a diagnostic test automatically during power-up. This function will take
approximately ten seconds and it can not be bypassed. If a problem is detected during the diagnostic test, it will be
indicated on the display. These status information can not be edited. The information is as follows:
Line 1: Network VP Firmware Version and Revision Date
Line 2: Detect: [xx stations, yy sensors] (xx = number of stations detected, yy = number of sensors detected)
Line 3: Last Power Downtime Date and Time
Example:
Rev: 3.00 05/30/08
Detect: 64sta, 00sen
PD - 02/01/08
The default Home display will follow after the diagnostic display has timed-out.
Home display example:
Sun 04/02/06 02:31 pm
Sat# 001-001 Sec: 57
Day Change: 12:00am
Home Key
Pressing the Home Key will revert to the default display. When editing irrigation programs, Station or Satellite
settings, pressing the Home Key will save any setting modifications and return the user to the Home display.
Home display examples:
Sun 04/02/06 02:31 pm (Typical Home display with no active scheduled program)
Sat# 001-001 Sec: 57
Next start: 03:00am
Sun 04/02/06 02:31 pm (Home display with two active scheduled programs)
Sat# 001-001 Sec: 57
Running 02 programs (Use the down arrow button to access hidden display lines on the screen)
P01 Sta01 00:09:46
P05 Sta25 00:19:51
The Day Change line will display the next program start time (Next Start: HH:MM) if the current day is
an active watering day. If the satellite is running a program, the Day Change line will display Running XX
programs to indicate the number of active programs.
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If the satellite has an active running program, the display will read:
Sun 04/02/06 02:31 pm
Sat# 001-001 Sec: 57
Running 04 prg+ Man (Running Multi-Manual)
P01 Sta01 %00:05:00 (The “%” symbol before the runtime indicates that station 01 is percent adjusted.)
P01 Sta02 00:05:00 (P01 indicates Program 01 is currently active)
P01 Sta03D 00:05:00 (The “D” symbol after the station number indicates that station 03 is disabled.)
P02 Sta10P 00:05:00 (The “P” symbol after the station number indicates that program 02 is paused.)
P03 Soak04 00:00:32 (“Soak” indicates that Station 04 of Program 03 is active and in the soak transition.)
GMM Sta35 00:15:00 (GMM indicates that Group Multi-Manual is active)
Man Sta21 00:10:00 (“Man” indicates Manual Watering is currently active)
Man Sta22S 00:10:00 (The “S” symbol after the station number indicates that program 02 is stacked.)
Note: Program stacking occurs when the satellite is running a program where the maximum simultaneous
station limit is surpassed. Additional scheduled programs will be stacked (delayed) until an available station can be
activated.
Start Key
Use the Start key to execute a manual function.
Note: Pressing the Start key while the satellite is idle will prompt the Manual Watering menu.
Multi-Manual Start Display
Multi-Manual
Starting
03 (3-second countdown)
STOP to cancel
Manual Syringe Start Display
Syringe Starting
Program 01
03 (3-second countdown)
STOP to cancel
Manual Start Program Display
Program 01
Starting
03 (3-second countdown)
STOP to cancel
Group Multi-Manual (GMM) Start Program Display
GMM
Starting
03 (3-second countdown)
STOP to cancel
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