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
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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)
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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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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15V, 9V and 12V LED Indicator - When illuminated, the LED indicates the presence of the corresponding voltage in the satellite’s circuitry.
2GND, 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.
3Timing Mechanism Cable Socket - VP Timing Mechanism data cable connection socket.
4Data Cable Socket - (For future use.)
5Power Source Socket - 15 VAC input power cable from the satellite’s transformer.
6RS-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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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.
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Communication Board Components
1Communication Data Socket - Timing mechanism interface
2Power Supply Socket - Pump/Common board interface
30.5A Fuse - Communication Line Protection
40.5A Fuse - Communication Line Protection
57.5A Fuse - Common 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
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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:
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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 |
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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.
If the satellite has an active running program, the display will read:
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(The “D” symbol after the station number indicates that station 03 is disabled.) |
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(The “P” symbol after the station number indicates that program 02 is paused.) |
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(“Soak” indicates that Station 04 of Program 03 is active and in the soak transition.) |
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(“Man” indicates Manual Watering is currently active) |
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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
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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