Galcon G.S.I DC Operation manual

G.S.I
DC Controller
Installation & User Guide
January 2015

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Table of Contents
1Introduction.................................................................... 6
G.S.I Controller Models ........................................................6
2Setting Up the G.S.I Controller........................................ 7
Installing the Controller .......................................................7
Installing on a Wall or in a Control Cupboard ................7
Installing on a Pole .................................................. 10
Establishing the Electrical Connections................................. 12
Connecting the Solenoids to the Controller (Outputs)... 13
Inserting Batteries ............................................................ 14
Connecting a Rain Sensor, Flow Meter, and Fertilizer Meter .... 16
Inserting a SIM Card ......................................................... 16
3On-Site Controller Operation......................................... 19
Main Screen Features ........................................................ 19
Establishing Communication with the Server ........................ 22
Manually Setting the Controller Clock .................................. 23
Testing Station Operation................................................... 23
Creating an Irrigation Program ........................................... 25
Setting Irrigation Program Durations ......................... 26
Setting the Irrigation Cycle Time ............................... 27
Setting the Irrigation Start Day and Time ................... 29
Cancelling an Irrigation Program Start ................................. 31
Initiating Manual Irrigation for a Station............................... 32
Resetting the Controller ..................................................... 33

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Pausing and Resuming Irrigation from the Controller ............. 34
Fault Indication................................................................. 35
Locking and Unlocking the Screen ....................................... 36
4Technical Specifications .................................................39

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List of Figures
Figure 1: Open Controller Cover ...................................................8
Figure 2: Control Panel Swung Outward.........................................8
Figure 3: Opening the Internal Casing ...........................................9
Figure 4: Mounting Screw Holes on Back of Unit .............................9
Figure 5: Mounting Screw Holes Dimensions ..................................9
Figure 6: Inserting the Mounting Screws........................................9
Figure 7: Removing the Pole Mounting Brackets ........................... 10
Figure 8: Upper Bracket Reorientation ......................................... 10
Figure 9: Lower Bracket Reorientation ......................................... 11
Figure 10: Correctly Oriented Pole Mounting Brackets ................... 11
Figure 11: Pole Mounting Bands Inserted in Brackets .................... 12
Figure 12: Output Connectors Labeled B and R............................. 13
Figure 13: Battery Compartment Removed ..................................14
Figure 14: SIM Card Case .......................................................... 17
Figure 15: SIM Card Insertion Orientation.................................... 18
Figure 16: Correctly Inserted SIM Card........................................ 18
Figure 17: Main Screen.............................................................. 20
Figure 18: Reception Test Screen ............................................... 23
Figure 19: Test Screen .............................................................. 24
Figure 20: Test Sequence Screen................................................ 24
Figure 21: Stop Test Sequence Screen ........................................ 25
Figure 22: Fertilizer Test Screen ................................................. 25
Figure 23: Duration Screen Example ........................................... 27
Figure 24: Cycle Screen............................................................. 28
Figure 25: Twelve Hour Cycle Setting Example ............................. 28

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Figure 26: Six Day Cycle Setting Example.................................... 29
Figure 27: Start Day Screen Example.......................................... 29
Figure 28: Start Time Screen ..................................................... 30
Figure 29: OFF Screen............................................................... 30
Figure 30: OPEN Screen –immediate cycle start .......................... 31
Figure 31: Manual Irrigation Screen ............................................ 32

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1 Introduction
The Galcon G.S.I Controller commands the irrigation valves in the field.
It is connected wirelessly to the G.S.I web application that enables
programming the controller remotely.
Creating irrigation programs for the G.S.I Controller is primarily done
from the G.S.I web application. However, you can also create a simple
irrigation program directly on the controller even before setting up the
web application. You can also perform manual irrigation directly from
the controller.
This manual describes how to install the G.S.I Controller, test to verify
successful installation, perform basic, initial irrigation programming, and
perform manual valve irrigation. For information on using the G.S.I web
application, see the G.S.I web application online help available at:
www.gsi.galconc.com enter with your user name and password and
click the icon.
G.S.I Controller Models
There are two models of the G.S.I Controller, based on the type of
power supply used:
DC unit (pre-installed with a Lithium pack 14.4 V) or rechargeable
batteries.
AC unit.
This document describes the DC unit type.

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2 Setting Up the G.S.I Controller
Setting up the G.S.I Controller system includes the following tasks:
Installing the Controller (see below)
Establishing the Electrical Connections (see page 12)
Installing the Controller
The controller is designed to withstand outdoor installation conditions
(at a rating of IP64). However it is preferable to provide additional
protection from the climate by installing it in a sheltered position.
Appropriate installation of the controller will ensure dependable
operation throughout the years.
The controller can be installed in two ways:
Installation on a wall or in a control cupboard.
Installation on a metal pole of 1¼” to 1½” diameter.
Installing on a Wall or in a Control Cupboard
To install the controller on a wall or in a control cupboard:
1. Unlock and open the controller cover (Figure 1).
2. Swing out the control panel (Figure 2).

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3. For the internal casing on the right side, unscrew the two screws
and open the casing (Figure 3). Mount the controller to the wall or
to the control cupboard through the marked holes (Figure 4 and
Figure 5) with the aid of three screws. Close the screws by hand
only.
4. Close the internal casing and fasten its screws.
5. Swing the control panel back into place.
6. Close and lock the controller cover.
Figure 6: Open Controller Cover
Figure 7: Control Panel Swung
Outward

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Figure 8: Opening the Internal Casing
Figure 9: Mounting Screw
Holes on Back of Unit
Figure 10: Mounting Screw Holes
Dimensions
Figure 11: Inserting the Mounting Screws

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Installing on a Pole
To install the controller on a pole:
1. While maintaining their current orientation in space, remove the
screws and the two brackets on the back of the controller.
Figure 12: Removing the Pole Mounting Brackets
2. Rotate the upper bracket 180 degrees around its vertical axis, and
reconnect it to the back of the controller using the supplied screws.
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Figure 13: Upper Bracket Reorientation

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3. Rotate the lower bracket 180 degrees around its horizontal axis.
Then reconnect it to the back of the controller using the supplied
screws.
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Figure 14: Lower Bracket Reorientation
Note: If the two brackets are correctly oriented, their small
flaps will be facing outward and the arrow icons on both will
point upwards (see Figure 15).
Figure 15: Correctly Oriented Pole Mounting Brackets
4. For each bracket, take one of the pole mounting bands and insert it
through the two slots in the bracket.

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Figure 16: Pole Mounting Bands Inserted in Brackets
5. Position the unit on the pole and affix it in place by fastening the
mounting bands around the pole.
Establishing the Electrical Connections
The G.S.I DC Controller has the following output connectors:
12 irrigation valves
Master valve
The G.S.I Controller has the following inputs:
Rain sensor
Water meter
Fertilizer meter

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Connecting the Solenoids to the Controller
(Outputs)
To connect the solenoids to the controller:
1. Insert the solenoid wires through the cable gland at the bottom of
the controller.
2. Connect the wires to the corresponding connectors according to
wire color, that is, connect the black wire to the connector labeled
B, and the red wire to the connector labeled R.
3. Connect the wires coming from the Master valve to the connector
marked M.
4. To connect a fertilizer, always connect the wires from the fertilizer
to the connector marked 12.
Figure 17: Output Connectors Labeled B and R
Note: It is highly recommended that you label the output
wires, by function, for future reference.
AC
Output

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Inserting Batteries
The G.S.I DC Controller comes pre-installed from Galcon with a pack of
four Lithium batteries (3.6 V each battery and 14.4 V in total).
If you need to replace the Lithium pack, contact your Galcon distributor.
Alternatively, if you are unable to find a Lithium pack of four 3.6 W
batteries, you can insert four D-size alkaline batteries.
To insert batteries:
1. Unlock and open the controller cover (Figure 18).
2. Swing out the control panel (Figure 19).
3. For the internal casing on the right side, unscrew the two screws
and open the casing (Figure 20).
4. Turn the battery compartment latch by 90 degrees and pull out the
battery compartment (Figure 21).
Figure 21: Battery Compartment Removed

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5. Make sure that the wires of the battery compartment are well
connected to the power inlet on the G.S.I card.
6. Insert four Lithium batteries 3.6 V size D. If you cannot obtain
Lithium batteries, use four alkaline D-size batteries.
Make sure to insert the batteries at the right direction.
7. Return the battery compartment to its place and lock it in place by
turning the latch back until it clicks.
8. Close the internal casing and gently fasten its screws.
9. Swing the control panel back into place.
10. Close and lock the controller cover.
Pay Attention:
Do not use sharp objects to remove or insert batteries.
Do not mix between Lithium batteries and alkaline batteries.
Make sure the exposed tips of the battery compartment wires do not
touch to avoid short circuit.
Safety Precautions:
Warning Danger! Mishandling of the batteries may cause explosion.
Replace batteries only with similar batteries or equivalent power.
Do not expose the batteries or the pack to direct sunlight, heat, or fire.
Do not use harmed or bruised batteries.
Do not get the batteries wet. Water can cause the batteries to overheat.
Dispose of the batteries only in battery recycling facilities.

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Connecting a Rain Sensor, Flow Meter, and
Fertilizer Meter
The GSI unit supports the following input devices:
Rain sensor
Flow meter (pulse type)
Fertilizer meter
To connect the input wires:
Rain sensor –Connect one of the rain sensor wires to the connector
labeled Rs, and connect the second sensor wire to one of the
connectors labeled Con the INPUT line. The polarity of the wires is
not important.
Flow meter –Connect one of the flow meter wires to the connector
labeled Ws, and connect the second wire to one of the connectors
labeled Con the INPUT line. The polarity of the wires is not
important.
Fertilizer meter –Connect one of the fertilizer meter wires to the
connector labeled Fs, and connect the second wire to one of the
connectors labeled Con the INPUT line.
See Figure 12 (example only. Different models may vary).
Note: You must define the rain sensor, flow meter, and
fertilizer meter in the G.S.I web application before you can use
them.
Inserting a SIM Card
The SIM card case is located on the upper left side of the controller
board.

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Note: Your SIM card definitions should already have been set
by the manufacturer. If you are inserting an independent SIM
card and you need to set its definitions yourself, refer to the
document SIM Card Definitions provided by Galcon.
To insert a SIM card:
1. Unlock and open the controller cover (Figure 22).
2. Swing out the control panel (Figure 23).
3. Locate the SIM card case.
Figure 24: SIM Card Case
4. Slide the SIM card case cover to the side to open it, as indicated by
the arrow labeled OPEN (see Figure 26).
5. Open the cover and slide the SIM card into the grooves located on
the inner part of the case cover. Make sure that you have oriented
the SIM card correctly.

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Figure 25: SIM Card Insertion Orientation
6. Close the case cover.
7. Hold the SIM card case cover down while you slide the cover to the
side, as indicated by the arrow labeled LOCK (Figure 26).
Figure 26: Correctly Inserted SIM Card
8. Swing the control panel back into place.
9. Close and lock the controller cover.

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3 On-Site Controller Operation
The Galcon G.S.I Controller is designed to run irrigation programs
created using the online G.S.I Web User Interface. In addition, however,
the G.S.I Controller includes a control panel which enables basic, initial
program creation.
The following sections outline how to set up the G.S.I Controller, create
a basic irrigation program, and perform other irrigation and
troubleshooting tasks.
Note: A program defined from the G.S.I Controller control
panel continues to operate until you explicitly deactivate it
from the G.S.I Web User Interface application, even if you
upload a different program from the application.
Main Screen Features
You can view information and monitor irrigation processes directly from
the G.S.I Controller Main screen.
Note: The G.S.I Controller is designed to save energy. By
default, the screen turns off if no buttons have been pressed
for two minutes. Before performing any procedure, press any
button to activate the screen and view the Main screen.
The screen turning off does not affect the currently running
program.
The following image displays the main screen icons and their meaning: