Toro Turf Guard Installation Setup Manual
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Turf Guard
®
Wireless Soil Monitoring System
Installation & Setup Manual
Sistema inalámbrico
de monitorización del suelo
Manual de instalación y configuración
Système de contrôle du sol sans fil
Manuel d’installation et de
programmation
Sistema wireless di monitoraggio del
terreno
Manuale di installazione e
approntamento
Table of Contents
System Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1
Pre-Installation Procedure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2
Creating Distributor Account - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
Account Setup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
Sensor Activation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4
Installation Procedures - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
Base Station Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -5
Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -5
Troubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Repeater Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
Internal Repeater Installation - Toro Network VP Satellite - Plastic Pedestal - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Internal Repeater Installation - Toro Network LTC Plus Satellite - Plastic Pedestal - - - - - - - - - - -7
Internal Repeater Installation - Toro E-OSMAC Satellite - Plastic Pedestal - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
External Repeater Installation - Toro Network 8000 Satellite - Plastic Pedestal- - - - - - - - - - - - -9
External Repeater Installation - Rain Bird Par+ Satellite - Plastic Pedestal - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
External Repeater Installation - Metal Pedestal Satellites - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Internal Repeater Start-Up Procedure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Sensor Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Locating Buried Sensors- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Superintendent Training - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Specications- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
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System Overview
Turf Guard utilizes a communication system consisting of sensors and repeaters which relay information to
a base station, which is normally located in an oce location near the irrigation central control computer.
Utilizing Ethernet access, the base station transfers the eld sensor data to the Turf Guard server where the
information is referenced, stored, and available to the user through their existing computer.
Personal Computer
Turf Guard Server
(O site)
Repeater
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Turf Guard
Sensor
Base Station
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Pre-Installation Procedures
Creating a Distributor Account
Prior to installing the Turf Guard system, you will need to set up a distributor account to access turfguard.net.
To set up the distributor account, simply e-mail the desired user name and password to tgaccount@toro.com.
Distributors may set multiple accounts as they wish (for example, one per branch, one per sales rep, etc.). You
will get an e-mail notication if the desired user name has already been taken.
Account Setup
Once you have been assigned a distributor User Name and Password, you can proceed to the account setup
process. To initiate your account setup, go to install.turfguard.net (do not include www).
Step 1 Click on the Pre-Install link under the Pre-Install Worksheet header. See Figure 1.
Enter your user name and password to login.
Step 2 Search for the Course in the database by entering the Course Name, State and/or 5-digit Zip Code
where it is located. Click search to process. See Figure 2. You do not need to provide information for
all the elds to process a search. e more criteria entered in the elds, the narrower the search will be.
If the search did not return the course you are searching for, try using a more general criteria. For
example, enter “Toro” for the Course Name instead of “Toro Country Club”.
Step 3 A listing of courses that t the criteria you entered will be displayed. Select the desired course by
clicking on the Name. e course information page will open. Most of the basic information for
this course will be pre-lled. Complete the elds in the Course Information, Superintendent
Information, Turf Guard End User Information and Installation Information sections. Verify that
you enter the course address under Superintendent’s address as Toro will use this to send replacement
sensors, etc. See Figure 3.
Step 4 Each Turf Guard base station has a unique ID located on the bottom of the unit. e Turf Guard
system use this ID to route data inside its servers. Enter the ID number in the Base Station ID eld
under Turf Guard End User Information. See Figure 4. Record the base station ID in the Installation
Log under Base Station/Repeater Information.
NOTE: Each base station can only be assigned to one course, however, one course may have multiple
base stations assigned to it.
Step 5 Once all the necessary elds are loaded with correct information, click Update and Request Turf
Guard Account button to process.
If the course you are searching for is not in the database, click Add New Course. Complete the elds
in the Course Information, Superintendent Information, Turf Guard End User Information and
Installation Information sections. See Figure 5.
Once all the necessary elds are loaded with correct information, click Update and Request Turf Guard
Account button to process.
Step 6 Once Update and Request Turf Guard Account is processed, the Conrm Account Creation
window will open. Make sure the Map on this page is centered on the course and verify all information
in the elds are correct. It is particularly important to ensure that the proper time zone is selected.
Enter the desired user name and password under Turf Guard Information (user name or password can
not contain spaces). Record this information on the rst page of the Installation log. is will be used
later to access the course’s sensor data in SiteVisionTM on turfguard.net. If at any time the user name
or password needs to be changed, contact NSN at 1-800-527-4248.
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Turf Guard™ Installation Manual: click here to download
Turf Guard™ Network Tool: click here to download, save to hard drive and run
Turf Guard™ Installers toolbox:
To Turf Guard's
access this page.
To request a Turf Guard Distributor account, please send and email to tgaccount@toro.com. Include the
username and password you request.
For Sensor Activation
Install sheet.
You will find links to Comm Check and Sensor Activation next to the course list once a database has
been created.
Pre-Install Worksheet
and
More Information
You are connecting from
IP address: 170.92.64.200
Lantronix Device Install Tool
: Pre
-Install -- A Turf Guard distributor account is required to
Connectivity Check
: First search for the course in our database via the Pre-
Figure 2
Turf Guard™
Search for the course you want to install on.
Toro has a large list of courses in their database, please search for your course before adding a new
course.
Please fill in at least one field.
ame:
State: (2 letters)
Zip Code:
OR
Please search the database before adding a new course!!!
Add New Course
OR
Generate a Stand-alone Unlock Code
OR
Install the Stand-alone
search
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Figure 3
Figure 5
Course
Name
Toro
Country
Club
Turf Guard™
Street
City,
State, Zip
Riverside,
Ca 92504
Phone
(800)
5551234
Address
1234
Club
House
Dr
Turf Guard
Course ID
ToroCountryClub
Tools
Comm
Check
Check Base
Assignment
Assign
Base
Sensor
Activation
View Sensor Placement
Course Information:
Toro Country Club
Course Name
(800) 555-1234
Course Phone
1234 Club House Dr
Course Address
Riverside Ca 92504
City State Zip Code
Superintendent Information:
John Smith
ame
(800) 555-1234
Cell Phone
john.smith@toro.com
Email Address
1234 Main St
Mailing Address
Riverside Ca 92504
City State Zip
Turf Guard End User Information:
Once the couse has been created, the username and password can be changed through NSN.
To Check the current base station assignments, please use the Check Base Assignment link above.
If you need to assign a different base station to this course, contact NSN
Turf Guard™
Course Information:
Course Name
Course Phone
Course Address
City State Zip Code
Transfer
Sensors
GolfVisi
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Figure 6
Turf Guard™
Course Name Street Address City, State, Zip Phone
Toro Country
Club
1234 Club House DrRiverside, Ca
92504
(800) 555-1234
View Sensor Placement
Course Information:
Toro Country Club
Course Name
(800) 555-1234
Course Phone
Course Address
City State Zip Code
Superintendent Information:
Cell Phone
Email Address
Mailing Address
City State Zip
Turf Guard End User Information:
Requested Username
Password
Base Station ID (Enter 0 if you don't have a base yet)
1234 Club House Dr
Riverside Ca 92504
John Smith
ame
(800) 555-1234
john.smith@toro.com
1234 Main St
Riverside Ca 92504
JohnSmith
123
Turf Guard Course
ID
No Turf Guard Account
Confirm Account Creation:
Your Course ID will be:
Please Confirm:
Course Name:
Choose Course Lat/Lon using map: (Zoom to precise location)
ToroCountryClub
Toro Country Club
Tools
Superintendent Information:
ame
Cell Phone
Email Address
Mailing Address
City State Zip
Turf Guard End User Information:
Requested Username
Password
0
Base Station ID (Enter 0 if you don't have a base yet)
Installation Information:
Installer Name
Email Address
Phone
Update and Request Turf Guard Account
10 DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, State of Utah, USDA Farm Service Agency -
40.3091739 -110.0106943
Course Lat: Lon:
92504
Course Zip:
Course Time Zone:
ew User Name:
ew Password:
Base Station ID: (Enter 0 if you don't have a base yet)
Confirm
Eastern
JohnSmith
password
123
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Sensor Activation - Replaceable Battery Sensor Model
Each sensor needs to be activated by the installer BEFORE delivery to the course. e sensors are set from the factory
in a dormant state. In dormant state, the sensors either do not transmit at all or do transmit, but with a greater than
400 age interval. e sensor must be activated to initiate proper communication. is is typically done by Toro NSN
prior to shipment.
Sensor activation must be done with the sensor in close proximity of the course’s base station. Record each sensor’s ID
in the installation log on the Sensor Activation page.
Step 1 To activate the sensor, you need a conductive material
such as a screwdriver. Place the conductive material
on the top middle spike of the sensor while touching
the other end of the conductor on any of the top
outer spikes. Hold this position for approximately 30
seconds. See Figure 9.
Step 2 Verify sensor activation. After 30 minutes, it is
possible to verify successful activation.
To verify, navigate to install.turfguard.net. Click on
the Pre-Install link under the Pre-Install Worksheet
header. Search for the Course in the database by
entering the Course
Name, State and/or 5-digit
Zip Code where it is
located. Select the course
by clicking on the name.
See Figure 3. Click on
Comm Check. See Figure
11. Look for sensor ID and
click details. Check to see
that sensor communicates
within 400 seconds by
viewing the Age at the
end of each row since the
activation. See Figure 10.
Turf Guard uses the term
“node” to refer to base
stations, repeaters and sensors. A Node ID of 0 is assigned to the base station. Repeaters have a Node ID
number of less 256. Numbers above 256 are designated for sensors.
“Age” (see screenshot above) is the time in seconds since the last communication reading. e “Age” should
remain under 400 seconds if the sensor is activated and working properly. If “Age” exceeds 1000 seconds,
the sensor is not communicating reliably and if it exceeds 2000 seconds, the sensor may not have been
activated or the battery may be drained and needs replacement.
e “MAX(RSSI)” displays the signal strength. A reading of 30 RSSI or more is considered a good signal.
CNT is a measurement of time interval or frequency.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Age number
Installation Procedures
Here is a list of recommended tools needed to have an easy and ecient Turf Guard system installation. You will need
to bring in the eld the following:
• Bucket/Keeper of the Greens • Ethernet Switch (Splitter)
• 3 Scraper Tool/Putty Knife • Tool Pack
• Turf Guard Installation Book - #2 and #3 Phillips Head Screw Driver
• Pen and Notebook for Use in Field - #2 Standard Screw Driver
• Survey Grade Tape Measure - Standard Pliers
• Ice Pick - Long Nose Pliers
• Cordless Drill w/ Screw Bits - Diagonal Cutters
- Zip Ties
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Base Station Installation
e Turf Guard base station connects to the internet via an Ethernet port. Find an ideal installation location
near a high-speed internet connection. e physical
Figure 11
building location of the base station should also be
considered (i.e. basement, building with thick brick
walls) as it may decrease the range of the system. Make
sure to record
the installation location in the installation log.
Once installed, the base station connectivity can be
conrmed via the web or a web-enabled cellular phone.
Step 1 Access install.turfguard.net from your
computer. Enter your user name and password
to login.
Step 2 Click on the Pre-Install link under the
Pre-Install Worksheet header. Search for the
Course in the database by entering the Course
Name, State and/or 5-digit Zip Code where it
is located. Select the course by clicking on the
name.
Step 3 Click on the Comm Check link next to the
course’s name. See Figure 11. e base station
will have the Node ID of 0.
course: ToroCountryClub
host: dev3.turfguard.net
Communication Events
Communication Time: 2010-02-23 08:59:19
odeID:0 Age:95 MAX(RSSI):0 CNT:17 details
odeID:975 Age:275 MAX(RSSI):31 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:980 Age:23 MAX(RSSI):37 CNT:12 details
odeID:1124 Age:125 MAX(RSSI):31 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1135 Age:169 MAX(RSSI):34 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1136 Age:90 MAX(RSSI):34 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1171 Age:77 MAX(RSSI):34 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1174 Age:214 MAX(RSSI):32 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1221 Age:188 MAX(RSSI):38 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1590 Age:173 MAX(RSSI):60 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1611 Age:12 MAX(RSSI):60 CNT:12 details
odeID:1617 Age:141 MAX(RSSI):36 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:1642 Age:104 MAX(RSSI):31 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2027 Age:310 MAX(RSSI):59 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2054 Age:46 MAX(RSSI):61 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2064 Age:150 MAX(RSSI):45 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2068 Age:264 MAX(RSSI):51 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2086 Age:274 MAX(RSSI):47 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2109 Age:181 MAX(RSSI):42 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2142 Age:20 MAX(RSSI):60 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2243 Age:193 MAX(RSSI):38 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2261 Age:64 MAX(RSSI):46 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2295 Age:243 MAX(RSSI):49 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2296 Age:119 MAX(RSSI):49 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2299 Age:204 MAX(RSSI):59 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2345 Age:222 MAX(RSSI):49 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2375 Age:181 MAX(RSSI):47 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2377 Age:92 MAX(RSSI):59 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2381 Age:199 MAX(RSSI):61 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2496 Age:11 MAX(RSSI):36 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2504 Age:6 MAX(RSSI):60 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2530 Age:126 MAX(RSSI):48 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
odeID:2595 Age:222 MAX(RSSI):45 CNT:92 details
odeID:2641 Age:53 MAX(RSSI):60 CNT:0 This sensor may not yet be activated.details
NOTE: It may take up to ve minutes after the
base station is rst hooked up before it begins communicating with the web site.
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Base Station Troubleshooting
If the base station fails to connect to the Turf Guard servers, try the following:
Step 1 Make sure the power cable is pushed into the base station all the way. Conrm power connection by
looking for two green lights on the Ethernet jack, shown in the gure to the left.
Step 2 Verify that the correct base station ID number was entered in the Creating the Customer Account
section.
Step 3 Verify internet connectivity on the computer sharing the same port as the base station.
Step 4 If none of the above work, there may be a re wall blocking communication. is re wall may have to
be re-congured to allow proper functionality of the system. Contact Toro NSN for assistance, or give
the below information (i.e. the “Technical Note”) to an IT professional so they may re-congure as
needed.
TECHNICAL NOTE: e base station expects DHCP automatic address assignment and creates an outbound
TCP/IP connection to the Turf Guard servers (Server Name: dev0.turfguard.net, dev2.turfguard.net ,
dev5.turfguard.net, dev9.turfguard.net; ports: 3389, 3399, 8080, 8081, 8888, 9080). is process generally
does not require ANY conguration. e installation tool is linked from install.turfguard.net under “Lantronix
Device Install Tool”.
For Technical Support, call NSN at 800-527-4248.
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Repeater Installation
e Turf Guard System communicates with the buried soil sensors via a network of above ground repeaters that
are installed on the irrigation satellite pedestals that are already on the course.
Proper repeater location is critical to the success of the Turf Guard system. It is recommended that a repeater is
located within 500' (152.4m) (line of sight) of all buried sensors. Generally, this means that a repeater will be
installed on the nearest pedestal to each green. Depending on conditions, the range can exceed 500' (152.4m).
ere are three types of repeater installation; Internal Repeater for Network VP, Internal Repeater for Nonnetwork VP and External Repeater. Repeater installation may require a Turf Guard power supply, part number
TG-PS, for power integration.
e Internal Repeater is currently set up for use with Toro Network VP, Network LTC Plus and E-OSMAC
plastic pedestal satellites only. All other satellite models will utilize the external repeater.
Install the repeaters in the pedestal locations identied by the superintendent. Make sure to record the repeater
ID and location in the installation log.
IMPORTANT: With all installation types, always shut o the power to the satellites before initiating your
installation.
Internal Repeater Installation - Toro Network VP Satellite - Plastic Pedestal
Step 1 Turn the power source OFF to the Network VP satellite controller and remove the front plastic door.
Step 2 Locate the top threaded insert on the right, inner wall of the pedestal.
Step 3 Install the bracket using the 1/4" (6.4mm) #20 screw to the threaded insert.
Make sure the bracket is securely fastened.
Step 4 Connect the power cable to the repeater assembly and VP distribution board 4-pin power terminal.
See Figure 12 for proper cable orientation.
Step 5 Turn the power source back ON to the VP controller and record the repeater ID and location in the
Installation log.
Figure 12
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Internal Repeater Installation - Toro Network LTC Plus Satellite - Plastic Pedestal
To complete this installation, you will need an internal repeater, a power supply board (to plug into the LTC
Plus 13 VAC power supply) and a 1/4" (6.4mm) #20 x 5/8" (15.9mm) socket-head cap screw.
Step 1 Turn the power source OFF
to the Network LTC Plus
satellite controller and
remove the front plastic
door.
Step 2 Mount the repeater on the
inside wall of the pedestal
(on either side) using a
1/4" (6.4mm) #20 x 5/8"
(15.9mm) socket-head cap
screw.
Step 3 Mount the power conversion
board on the inside of
the satellite opposite the
repeater using the adhesive
back. See Figure 13.
Step 4 Connect the power supply
board (TG-PS) to the power
source. See Figure 14.
Step 5 Connect the power
conversion board to the
repeater using the power
connector cable.
Step 6 Turn the power source back
ON to the satellite.
Figure 13
Figure 14
Power Supply Board
(TG-PS)
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Repeater
Step 7 Record the repeater ID and
location in the Installation
Log.
Step 8 Proceed to the Internal
Repeater Startup Procedure
section.
To Circuit Board
To Power Cable
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Internal Repeater Installation - Toro E-OSMAC Satellite - Plastic Pedestal
To complete this installation, you will need an internal repeater, a power conversion board (to tie into the
E-OSMAC’s 13 VAC power supply), and a 3/4" (19mm) #10 sheet metal screw.
Step 1 Turn the power source OFF to the E-OSMAC satellite controller and remove the front plastic door.
Step 2 Detach the top circuit board. See Figure 15.
Step 3 Connect the power conversion board to the power source.
Step 4 Reattach the circuit board.
Step 5 Mount the conversion board on the inside wall of the pedestal using the adhesive back.
Step 6 Mount the repeater on the inside wall opposite the conversion board using a 3/4" (19mm)
#10 sheet metal screw.
Step 7 Connect the repeater to the conversion board.
Step 8 Turn the power source back ON to the satellite.
Step 9 Record the repeater ID and location in the Installation Log.
Step 10 Proceed to the Internal Repeater Startup Procedure section.
Figure 15
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External Repeater Installation - Toro Network 8000 Satellite - Plastic Pedestal
To complete this installation, you will need an EXTERNAL repeater, a power conversion board, and two 3/4"
(19mm) #10 sheet metal screws.
Step 1 Turn the power source OFF to the Network 8000 satellite controller and remove the front plastic door.
Step 2 Mount the power conversion board on the inside wall of the pedestal using the adhesive back.
Step 3 Mount the repeater on the outside wall of the pedestal using two 3/4" (19mm) #10 sheet metal screws.
Step 4 Using a 1/4" (6.4mm) drill bit or larger, drill a hole through the sidewall of the pedestal and pull the
repeater cable through to the inside.
Step 5
Strip the end of the cable coming from the repeater so an inch or more of the two wires inside is exposed.
Step 6 Locate the power connector cable (the cable that would otherwise connect the power conversion board to
an internal repeater) and cut one end just below the white plug, cutting both black and red wires.
Step 7 Using pliers and two of the splice connectors provided, splice the cables together, as shown in
Figure 16. e red wire on the power connector cable attaches to the white wire on the repeater cable
and the black wire connects to the black wire.
Step 8 Connect the power supply board in the same way as was done in the LTC Plus installation.
Step 9 Seal all the remaining holes in the pedestal with sealing tape and/or foam gaskets.
Step 10 Turn the power source back ON to the satellite.
Step 11 Record the repeater ID and location in the Installation Log.
Figure 16
e red power wire is
connected to the white repeater
wire.
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Red
White
Black
Black
e black power wire is
connected to the black
repeater wire.
STA 1
STA 2
STA 3
STA 4
STA 5
STA 6
STA 7
STA 8
STA 9
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External Repeater Installation - Rain Bird Par+ Satellite - Plastic Pedestal
To complete this installation, you will need an EXTERNAL repeater, a power conversion board (to tie into the unit’s 24
VAC power supply), and two 3/4" (19mm) #10 sheet metal screws.
e conversion board will rst have to be modied before it can be installed: you will need to cut the red and black wires
just before the rst plug. en cut the yellow and other black wire from the board as shown in Figure 17.
Step 1 Turn the power source OFF to the Rain Bird Par+ satellite controller and remove the front plastic door.
Step 2 Mount the conversion board on the front of the satellite using the adhesive back. Older Rain Bird models
may require attaching the power conversion board in a dierent location due to space constraints – NEVER
MOUNT THE POWER CONVERSION BOARD TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE PEDESTAL.
Step 3 Cut the 3-plug cable assembly as shown in Figure 17. Connect the red wire running from the conversion board
to terminal 8 labeled Valve Hot. Connect the black wire to any of the open common slots (terminals 1–5).
See Figure 18.
Step 4 Mount the repeater on the side of the pedestal using two 3/4"
(19mm) #10 sheet metal.
Step 5 Using a 1/4" (6.4mm) drill bit or larger, drill a hole through the sidewall
of the pedestal and pull the repeater cable through to the inside.
Step 6 Strip the end of this repeater cable so an inch or more of the
two wires inside is exposed.
Step 7 Next, locate the power connector cable (the cable that would
otherwise connect the power conversion board to an internal
repeater) and cut one end just below the white plug, cutting
both black and red wires.
Step 8 Using pliers and two of the splice connectors provided, splice the
cables together, as shown in Figure 16. e red wire on the power
connector cable attaches to the white wire on the repeater cable and
the black wire connects to the black wire.
Step 9 Seal all the remaining holes in the pedestal with sealing tape
and/or foam gaskets. e repeater is now connected to a
24 VAC power supply.
Step 10 Turn the power source back ON to satellite.
Step 11 Record the repeater ID and location in the Installation Log.
Figure 17
Figure 18
Red Wire
Black Wire
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See Figure 16 for details.
External Repeater Installation - Metal Pedestal Satellites
For all stainless steel pedestals, attach the external repeater to the outside of the unit as in the Rain Bird Par+
installation Figure 17 and Figure 18. Once the repeater cable has been pulled through to the inside of the
unit, installation will be the same as on the plastic model equivalent (the internal components of the plastic and
stainless steel models are identical). Note that unlike on the plastic pedestals, however, the screw holes will need
to be pre-drilled into the pedestal wall before mounting the external repeater.
Internal Repeater Start-up Procedure
On the initial power up of the repeater, all three lights located on the repeater’s circuit board should illuminate
steadily. After approximately 10 seconds, the repeater will begin searching for a network. As it searches, the inboard
light should ash at a rate of about once per second. If the repeater nds a network, the light will begin ashing
faster (about twice per second) BEFORE THE COUNT OF SLOW FLASHES REACHES FIFTY FLASHES.
If the count of slow ashes reaches fty ashes, the repeater has failed to nd the network. In the event that
this should happen, the installer can initiate a new search by powering down the repeater for approximately one
minute (or until all three lights cease to be illuminated). e repeater can then be powered up again for another
search. If the repeater still cannot nd the network after several attempts, it is considered “out of range” and
must be moved to a site that is closer to the base station or an adjacent repeater.
Sensor Installation
e TG-S2 Dual-level Sensor measures temperature, moisture and salt content at two distinct depths in the
soil prole—approximately 2"–7" (5–17.8cm) below grade. e six stainless steel probes produce independent
measurements of moisture, salinity, and temperature at each depth.
English
e sensor should be located in an area that best represents the turf conditions including overall health/disease,
salinity build-up, wet/dry spots and foot trac. For greens applications, avoid cup placement locations.
Once the sensor installation site is determined, record its exact location using xed landmarks or GPS coordinates
(if available). In addition, note the sensor identication number or address, as indicated on the Turf Guard placard.
NOTE: If necessary, a metal detector can also be used to locate buried sensors.
Installation Procedure
Step 1 Using a standard greens cup cutter, remove a turf
Figure 19
plug and soil to a depth of about 8" (20.3cm).
Retain the turf plug to replace over the installed
2" (5cm)
Maximum Buried
Depth
8" (20.3cm) Hole
Depth
sensor.
IMPORTANT: e sensor’s internal antenna
is located near the top of the housing (identied
by the UP arrow). Installing the sensor upside
down can greatly impair signal or prevent wireless
communication altogether.
Step 2 With the sensor oriented correctly, place it carefully
into the hole to prevent scraping or disrupting the
soil compaction with the spiked probes.
Step 3 Position the top of the sensor no more than 2"
(5cm) below grade. Press the sensor laterally
against the side of the hole, inserting the probes
completely into the soil
Step 4 Carefully back ll and compact soil or greens mix
around and under the sensor to prevent voids and/
or movement of the sensor.
Step 5 Replace the turf plug, blending the seam with the
surrounding turf.
NOTE: For replacement battery, contact your Toro
distributor.
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Locating Buried Sensors
If at some point a sensor needs to be removed, the following procedure is recommended for locating it. is
process is also recommended for agging sensors before aeration, allowing maintenance workers to aerate around
them. Toro recommends using White’s PRL-1 metal detector from White’s Electronics for both of these tasks.
Figure 21Figure 20 Figure 22
Step 1 Check the recorded distances from sensors to landmarks in either the Installation Log or on the printed
sensor location maps. Use these measurements to nd the approximate area in the eld. See Figure 20.
Step 2 Use the PRL-1 metal detector to close in on the exact sensor location. For best results, set the detector’s
sensitivity dial to Ring. See Figure 21.
Step 3 Remove the sensor, or if aerating, place a ag directly above the sensor until aeration is complete.
See Figure 22.
Superintendent Training
When nished with the installation, it’s important to walk the superintendent through the key Turf Guard tasks.
is should be done on-site. Since the newly-installed sensors will need approximately 24 hours to provide stable
data, instead of logging in to SiteVision on turfguard.net with the course account, log in using the demo account
(user name: toro_guest, password: demo).
Explain the various functions of the web site (for example, moisture levels, temperature, salinity levels, and
running reports). Make sure to also discuss aeration procedures with the superintendent, as well as demonstrate
how to locate sensors using a metal detector (see the Locating Buried Sensors section at the end of this manual).
Make sure you also follow-up with the superintendent by phone within 24 to 48 hours after the installation.
Verify system operation at turfguard.net and answer any questions the superintendent may have. It’s also
recommended that a training “refresher” be conducted on-site seven to ten days after the installation. Present
the superintendent with the Installation Log and the printed sensor location maps, and explain NSN’s 5-year
extended support plan.
Specifications
Base Station
Operating Voltage: 6 VDC, Level 4, Certied Power Supply (6 VDC, Max 2.5A)
Operating Temperature: 32˚–130˚F (0˚–54˚C)
Humidity: 90% Maximum
Repeater
Operating Voltage: 6 VDC, Level 4, Certied Power Supply )6 VDC, Max 2.5A)
Operating Temperature: 32˚–130˚F (0˚–54˚C)
Humidity: 90% Maximum
Sensor
Operating Voltage: 4.5 VDC, Alkaline
Operating Temperature: 32˚–130˚F (0˚–54˚C)
Humidity: 90% Maximum
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Notes
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Contenido
Descripción del Sistema 15
Procedimiento de preinstalación 16
Creación de la cuenta del distribuidor 16
Conguración de la cuenta 16
Activación de sensores 18
Procedimientos de instalación 18
Instalación de la estación base 19
Instalación 19
Solución de Problemas 19
Instalación de repetidores 20
Instalación de un repetidor interno - Satélite Network VP de Toro - Pedestal de plástico 20
Instalación de un repetidor interno - Satélite Network LTC Plus de Toro- Pedestal de plástico 21
Instalación de un repetidor interno - Satélite E-OSMAC de Toro - Pedestal de plástico 22
Instalación de un repetidor externo - Satélite Network 8000 de Toro - Pedestal de plástico 23
Instalación de un repetidor externo - Satélite Rain Bird Par+ - Pedestal de plástico 24
Instalación de un repetidor externo - Satélites de pedestal metálico 25
Procedimiento de arranque del repetidor interno 25
Instalación del sensor 25
Localización de sensores enterrados 26
Formación de Superintendentes 26
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Descripción del Sistema
Turf Guard utiliza un sistema de comunicación que consiste en sensores y repetidores que envían información
a una estación base – normalmente situada en un ocina cerca del ordenador de control central de riego.
Utilizando acceso por Ethernet, la estación base transere los datos desde el sensor de campo al servidor Turf
Guard donde la información es referenciada y almacenada, y queda disponible para el usuario a través de su
ordenador.
Ordenador personal
Servidor Turf Guard
(Fuera del campo)
Repetidor
Español
Sensor Turf
Guard
Estación base
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Procedimientos de Preinstalación
Creación de la cuenta del distribuidor
Antes de instalar el sistema Turf Guard, será necesario congurar una cuenta de distribuidor para acceder a
turfguard.net. Para congurar la cuenta del distribuidor, simplemente envíe por e-mail el nombre de usuario y
contraseña deseados a tgaccount@toro.com. Los distribuidores puede establecer múltiples cuentas según deseen
(por ejemplo, una por delegación, una por representante de ventas, etc.). Recibirá una noticación por correo
electrónico si el nombre de usuario deseado ya está asignado.
Conguración de la cuenta
Una vez que le hayan asignado un nombre de usuario y contraseña, puede continuar con el proceso de conguración
de la cuenta. Para iniciar la conguración de su cuenta, vaya a install.turfguard.net (no incluya ‘www’).
Paso 1 Haga clic en el enlace Pre-Install (Preinstalación) del apartado Hoja de cálculo de preinstalación. Ver
la Figura 1. Introduzca su nombre de usuario y contraseña para conectarse.
Paso 2 Busque el Campo en la base de datos, introduciendo el Nombre del campo, Estado y/o el Código
Zip de 5 dígitos del campo. Haga clic en buscar (search) para continuar. Ver la Figura 2. No necesita
introducir información en todos los campos para procesar la búsqueda. Cuantos más criterios se
introduzcan en los campos, más enfocada será la búsqueda.
Si la búsqueda no encuentra el campo que busca, pruebe usando criterios más generales. Por ejemplo,
introduzca “Toro” en Nombre del Campo en lugar de “Toro Country Club”.
Paso 3 Se muestra un listado de campos que coinciden con los criterios introducidos. Seleccione el campo
deseado haciendo clic en el nombre. Se abre la página de información del campo. La mayor parte
de la información básica de este campo ya estará introducida. Complete los campos de las secciones
Información del campo, Información del superintendente, Información del usuario nal de Turf
Guard e Información de la instalación. Debe introducir la dirección del campo en ‘Dirección del
Superintendente’, porque Toro utilizará esta dirección para enviar sensores de repuesto, etc. Ver la
Figura 3.
Paso 4 Cada estación base Turf Guard tiene un ID exclusivo, indicado en la base de la unidad. El sistema
Turf Guard utiliza este identicador para enrutar datos dentro de sus servidores. Introduzca el ID en
el campo ID de la estación base, en la sección Información del usuario nal de Turf Guard. Ver la
Figura 4. Anote el ID de la estación base en el Registro de la Instalación de la sección Información
de la Estación base/Repetidor.
NOTA: Cada estación base sólo puede asignarse a un único campo de golf; no obstante, un campo
puede tener asignadas varias estaciones base.
Paso 5 Cuando todos los campos necesarios hayan sido rellenados correctamente, haga clic en Update and
Request Turf Guard Account (Actualizar y solicitar cuenta Turf Guard).
Si el campo que busca no está en la base de datos, haga clic en Add New Course (Añadir
nuevo campo). Complete los campos de las secciones Información del campo, Información del
superintendente, Información del usuario nal de Turf Guard e Información de la instalación. Ver la
Figura 5.
Cuando todos los campos necesarios hayan sido rellenados correctamente, haga clic en Actualizar y
solicitar cuenta Turf Guard.
Paso 6 Una vez que se haya procesado Actualizar y solicitar cuenta Turf Guard, se abrirá la ventana
Conrmar creación de cuenta. Asegúrese de que el mapa de esta página quede centrado en el campo,
y compruebe que los datos de los campos son correctos. Es especialmente importante asegurar que ha
seleccionado la zona horaria correcta.
Introduzca el nombre de usuario y contraseña deseados en Información de Turf Guard (el nombre de
usuario y la contraseña no pueden contener espacios). Anote esta información en la primera página
del Registro de la Instalación. Se utilizará más adelante para acceder a los datos de los sensores del
campo en SitevisionTM en turfguard.net. Si en cualquier momento es necesario cambiar el nombre
del usuario o la contraseña, diríjase a NSN al 1-800-527-4248.
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