Hunter ACC-1200 User manual

ACC
Advanced Commercial Controller
Owner’s Manual, Installation, and Programming Instructions for
ACC and ACC Decoder Controllers
■ ACC-1200 12 Station Controller, 42 Station
Capacity, Metal Cabinet
■ ACC-1200-PP 12 Station Controller, 42
Station Capacity, Plastic Pedestal
■ ACC-99D 2-Wire Decoder Controller with
99 Station Capacity, Metal Cabinet
■ ACC-99D-PP 2-Wire Decoder Controller
with 99 Station Capacity, Plastic Pedestal

Table of ConTenTs
ACC INTERFACE AND KEY COMPONENTS 2
WIRING COMPARTMENT INTERIOR 3
METAL CABINET, WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION 4
CONNECTING AC MAIN POWER, WALL MOUNT CABINET 5
METAL CABINET OPTIONAL PEDESTAL INSTALLATION 6
Connecting the Metal Pedestal Main AC Power 6
PLASTIC PEDESTAL INSTALLATION 6
CONCRETE BASE INSTALLATION 7
CONNECTING PLASTIC PEDESTAL AC MAIN POWER 8
120 VAC Connection 8
230 VAC Connection 8
CONNECTING EARTH GROUND (ALL CONFIGURATIONS) 10
INSTALLING STATION MODULES 11
Output Modules (ACM600, AGM600) 11
Connecting the Valve Wires 12
Decoder Output Module (ADM99) 12
Connecting Decoder Output Path Wires 12
KEY CONNECTIONS 13
24 VAC TEST TERMINAL 14
CONNECTING THE MASTER VALVE(S) AND/OR PUMP START RELAY(S) 14
CONNECTING A RAIN OR FREEZE SHUT OFF DEVICE 14
CONNECTING THE HUNTER FLOW SENSOR 15
CONNECTING OTHER FLOW SENSORS 16
ICR REMOTE CONTROL 16
Multiple Stations simultaneously 16
CONNECTING TO IMMS 17
Dial-up telephone (ACC-COM-POTS) 17
Cellular/GSM (ACC-COM-GSM, GSM-E) 18
UHF Radio 18
POWER FAILURES 18
QUICK START 18
CONTROLLER PROGRAMMING AND OPERATION 19
Using the Information Button 19
Setting Current Date and Time 20
Setting Program Start Times 20
To Set Program Start Times 20
Stacked Start Times 20
Overlapping Start Times 20
Multiple Start Times 21
No-Water Window 21

Setting Station Run Time Duration 21
Changing Seasonal Adjust 22
Using the Global Setting 22
Using a Program Specific Setting (set Season Adjust by Program) 22
Timed Delay between Stations 22
Setting Days to Water 22
Set Days to Water 22
Day of the Week Watering 23
Interval Watering 23
Odd/Even Watering 23
Setting Pump and Master Valve Operation 23
Set Pump and Master Valve Operation 24
Changing from Normally Closed to Normally On and Location of P/MV 24
Setting Station Cycle and Soak Durations 24
Set Station Cycle and Soak Durations 24
Cycle and Soak Summary 24
SETTING FLOW MONITORING 25
Step 1: Select The Flow Sensor 25
Step 2: Viewing Real-Time Flow 26
Step 3: Preparing for Flow Learning 27
Step 4: Learning the Flow 27
Step 5: Review And Edit Flow 28
Flow Alarms 28
Alarm Logs 29
Tips on Flow Alarms 30
SETTING CLIK™ SENSOR OPERATION 30
Set Sensor Operation 31
SENSOR ALARMS (CLIK SENSORS SEN 1–4 ONLY) 32
Clear Message 32
Sensor Locations 33
Sensor Locations 35
SETTING PROGRAM OVERLAP OPTIONS 36
Option One: Stack or Overlap 36
Option Two: SmartStack™ 36
Option Three: SSG/SmartStack™ 36
Set Station & Program Names 37
Assign Contact Information 37
DATA HISTORY 38
Name a Program (Up to 12 Characters and Spaces) 38
Name a Station (Up to 12 Characters and Spaces) 38
View Flow Totals 38
View Alarm Logs 38
View Controller Logs 39

View Station Logs 39
Advanced Features 39
View Version and Station Size 40
COMMON ALARM (ATTENTION) MESSAGES 41
Overcurrent 41
Overflow 42
Power Outage/Power Restored 43
Underflow 43
EXTENDED FEATURES 43
Contrast Adjustment 43
No Water Window 44
To set a No Water Window 44
No Water Window rules 44
Delay Between Stations 45
To set a Delay 45
P/MV Style (Normally Closed/Normally On) 45
To change the Normal condition of P/M outputs 46
Setting the Flow Sensor Size and Type 46
Additional settings for OTHER 47
SSG (Simultaneous Station Group) Setup 47
EDIT AN SSG 48
ADDING AN SSG 49
DELETING AN SSG 49
SSG FLOW DATA 49
SSG Rules 49
Custom Manual Program Setup 50
Custom Manual Rules 50
Start a Custom Manual 51
Test Program 51
Run a Test Program 51
Easy Retrieve™ Backup 52
ONE TOUCH MANUAL START 53
MANUAL OPERATION DIAL POSITION 53
SYSTEM OFF 54
RAIN OFF 55
RESET 55
DECODER OPERATIONS (ACC99D VERSIONS) 56
Connecting the 2-Wire Paths 56
Status Lights (ADM-99 Output Module) 57
Decoder Programming 57
Program Decoder Stations 57
Decoder Pump/Master Valves 59
ICD-SEN Sensor Decoder Setup 59

Setup Overview 60
Connect an HFS Meter to an ICD-SEN 60
Connect a Clik Sensor to an ICD-SEN 60
SEN/DEC Setup 60
OTHER SPECIAL DECODER FUNCTIONS (ADVANCED FEATURES) 62
View Decoder Config 62
Display ADM Current 63
Sen/Dec Alarms 63
ACC SOLAR SYNC 64
Preparation 64
Facepack Version 64
Master Module 64
Base Run Times 64
Installation 65
Setup 65
Sensor Test 66
Assign Programs 67
Sensor Shutdown Programming 67
Sensor Mapping 67
Sensor Shutdown by Program 68
Operation & Adjustment 68
Making Adjustments 69
Increase or Decrease Watering 69
Check Run Times 69
Tracking the Adjustment History (Controller Log) 69
Solar-Sync Sensor Alarms 70
S-Sync Comm Failure 71
IMMS-ET AND THE ACC CONTROLLER 72
ET Setup and Operations 72
ET Functions 72
ET Operation 72
ET Sensor Check 73
View ET Sensors 73
ET Alarm Setup 73
EVENT MODE OPTIONS (AGC, SURVEYOR) 75
CENTRAL SOFTWARE AND ACC-AGC COMMUNICATION MODULES 77
Theory of Operation 77
UHF Radio 77
Hardwired Cable 78
COMMUNICATION MODULE INSTALLATION FOR WALL MOUNT CONTROLLER 78
Radio Installation, additional steps 78
Radio Connections, additional steps 79

COMMUNICATION MODULE INSTALLATION FOR PLASTIC PEDESTAL CONTROLLER 79
Radio Installation, additional steps 79
SETUP AND ADDRESSING THE COM MODULE 80
Set the Controller Address 80
Other Com Setup Functions 80
Master Controller 80
Contrast 80
Radio Type 80
Last MR Cmd (Radio Only) 80
DTMF Wait (Radio Only) 80
MR Default Run Time (Radio Only) 81
Modem Type 81
Country Code 81
HWIM 81
Enter Diagnostics 81
Communications Status display [MOD RAD HW] 81
Radio Tone Test 82
Ping Test 82
Ping Hub 82
Soft Reset 82
Total Reset 82
Operating the Com Module 82
TROUBLESHOOTING 83
ACC/AGC LOG MESSAGES 84
Alarm Log messages 84
Alarm Log, Missed Irrigation “Mode” Labels 84
Alarm Log, “Reason” Labels 85
Controller Logs 85
Station Logs 86
SPECIFICATIONS 87
Dimensions 87
Electrical 87
Transformer Input 87
Transformer output 87
Cleaning 87
Features & General Specifications 87
PARTS 88
Wall Mount Controllers (ACC1200, ACC99D) 88
Communication Modules and Parts 88
Pedestal Controllers (ACC1200PP, AGC1200PP, ACC99DPP, AGC99DPP) 89
ACC/AGC Central System Components
(ACC1200, ACC99D, ACC1200PP, AGC1200PP, ACC99DPP, AGC99DPP) 89
INDEX 90

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INTRODUCTION
The ACC controller, in its many modular configurations, is Hunter’s premium industrial-grade controller for high-per-
formance irrigation control. Its primary purpose is to operate 24 VAC irrigation solenoids or low-draw solid state relays
for specific durations at specific times. It can also be connected to various sensors, providing automatic shutdown and
notification in case of emergencies, and actual flow records and responses in real time.
With plug-in Com and other modules, the ACC can also communicate with a computerized central control system via
hardwired cable, radio, dial-up telephone, or cellular modem. ACC is also prewired to accept Hunter wireless remote
controls.
• This product should not be used for anything other than what is described in this document.
• This product should only be serviced by trained and authorized personnel.
• This product is designed for continuous outdoor use above sea level to 15,000 feet/4.5 km at temperatures 32–122˚ F.
• These units have an IPX4 rating.
• This controller is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision; young children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Hunter Technical Support: 1 [phone]

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1. LCD Display – Backlit, adjustable contrast display
(re-lights when any button is pressed)
2. + Button – Increases flashing value, depending on
function
3. – Button – Decreases flashing value. Most items in
ACC screens “wrap” so that you can continue in either
direction through all the choices
4. Copy/Learn Button – Copies a time or value in a
flashing field, for pasting into similar fields. Also used
to learn typical flow (when a flow sensor has been
installed)
5. Paste/Pause Button – Pastes a copied time or value
into a new field. Also used as Pause/Resume feature
during watering, shuts off devices for 30 minutes or
until resumed
6. Programs Button – Selects one of the automatic
Programs (A-F), starts Test program, allows Reset
(with Reset button)
7. Up and Down Arrow Buttons – Used to move up and
down through adjustable functions in various screens,
and to select higher or lower numbered items
8. Left and Right Buttons – Used to move left and right in
some screens
9. Information Button – Lights display, and provides
instant help and other information, depending on dial
position. Also used to access Extended Features, when
held down while turning to specific dial positions
10. Programming Dial – Used to access all functions of
ACC. The most basic automatic watering can be set up
in the first 4 dial positions
11. Reset Button – Recessed switch erases some or
all memory when combined with pressing specific
buttons
12. Facepack Release Button – Hold down while removing
facepack from inner door panel
13. Door Grip – Convenient finger grip for opening inner
door
14. Logo Badge – Removable for installation of optional
communications modules
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WIrInG ComparTmenT InTerIor ................................................
1. Inner Door – Opens to main wiring compartment
2. AC Wiring compartment – For connection of 120/230V
AC power with 1 x 0.75" (19 mm) conduit opening
3. Fuse – 2 Amp (fast) 250V, 6 x 20 mm
4. Conduit Openings, Low Voltage – 2" x 2½" (64 mm),
2" x ¾" (19 mm)
5. Wire Tie Holders for Valve Wires – Valve wiring area
6. Station Output Terminals (Valve Wires) – screw
terminals on 6-station output modules
7. Upper Deck Panel with Led Status Indicators –
Numbered station lights, green for active, red for faults
8. Sliding Lock for Output Modules – Permits addition
or removal of output modules, locks wired modules
in place
9. Master Module – Includes sensor, Pump/Master
Valve, and other accessory connections
10. SmartPort® – Integrated connector for ICR/SRR
receiver (on side of cabinet)
11. Earth Ground Lug – For connection of earth ground
copper wire (for surge protection only). Do not
connect valve commons – see Master Module for
Common wiring of solenoids and valves.
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Explanation of Symbols
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