Hunter SRC Plus Installation and operation manual

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SRC Plus Controllers
Professional-Grade
Residential/Light Commercial Controller
with Optional SRR Remote Control System

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SRC Plus Controllers
Product Overview .............................................................................................................. 1
Product Features and Benets ........................................................................................... 2
SRC Plus Components ...................................................................................................... 8
Technical Information........................................................................................................ 9
Product Comparisons....................................................................................................... 10
Installation ...................................................................................................................... 11
Programming .................................................................................................................. 15
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................... 20
Optional SRR Remote Control for Residential Systems
Product Overview ............................................................................................................ 21
Product Features and Benets ......................................................................................... 22
SRR Components ............................................................................................................ 24
Installation and Programming ........................................................................................ 25
A Word About Range....................................................................................................... 29
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................... 30
Technical Information...................................................................................................... 31
Installation Details........................................................................................................... 32

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PRODUCT
OVERVIEW
An affordable controller for residential
and light commercial applications
– Hunterʼs SRC Plus, the Simple and
Reliable Controller.
Designed with the needs of the
professional contractor in mind, the SRC
offers easy installation, simplied dial
programming and an impressive range
of features typically found in controllers
costing twice as much.
To install the SRC, just attach the
mounting bracket to the wall and slide
the controller in place (thereʼs no need to
remove the circuit board and ample space
has been allocated for spare wiring and
connections to the terminal block).
The controllerʼs easy-to-understand
dial allows you to step through the
programming process and activate manual
watering with a twist of the wrist (youʼll
also nd the large LCD display makes
viewing a breeze). And, as for features…
how about a choice between a
6- or 9-station model, Remote Control
Ready, three full programs with up to four
daily start times each, a one-touch start
and rapid manual advance that allows the
user to quickly start a program or check
out the system, a built-in 365-day calendar
clock, a rain sensor bypass circuit and
primary power surge protection (just
for starters)?
The Hunter SRC. The professional
grade controller thatʼs an economical
value. Youʼll nd itʼs easy to install,
easy to program and priced so itʼs hard
to resist.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
AND BENEFITS
Best Value for Residential…
With 6 or 9 stations for complete
versatility
Hunter is supplying both a 6-station and
a 9-station controller model. By offering
a wide range of features and reliable
operation at a competitive price, the SRC
Plus is an excellent value.
Dial Programming…
Easy program entry
For contractors and homeowners alike, the
SRC provides step by step programming.
No complicated entry functions or
repetitive keystrokes.
3 Programs (A, B, C) with
Multiple Start Times…
Different watering requirements are met
with independent programming
The SRC allows for many different irri-
gation applications using three completely
independent programs. This is ideal for
various types of plants that have separate
watering day requirements. Each program
has the ability to water up to four start
times per day. The user has complete ex-
ibility with watering schedules for new
seed or sod lawns, multiple cycles for low
inltration-rate soils, slopes, morning or
evening irrigation and other watering win-
dow restrictions.
365-day Calendar with Leap
Year Intelligence…
True odd or even day programming
In many areas of the United States,
summer water rationing is a way of life.
With its 365-day, leap year intelligent
calendar the SRC makes programming
true Odd/Even day watering possible,
automatically correcting for 31-day
months. Interval or Day of the Week
scheduling is possible as well, to cover
any watering day restrictions that may
be enacted.
Large, Heavy Duty Cabinet…
With a professional appearance
Not only is the SRC’s standard indoor
cabinet good looking and extra sturdy, it
also includes provisions for conduit that
allow for a professional installation.
Install with or without the protective door
for a nished appearance.
RUN
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PROGRAM
START
TIMES
STATION RUN TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
RUNNING
AM
PM
24 HR.
SUN MON TUES WED
THUR
FRI SAT EVEN
/
ODD
SYSTEM OFF RUN (BYPASS SENSOR)
SET DAYS TO WATER
MANUAL - SINGLE STATION
MANUAL - ALL STATIONS SET CURRENT DATE / TIME
SET WATERING START TIMES
SET STATION RUN TIMES
AC AC R RS C MV 1 2 3 4 5 6
9 V Battery
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PROGRAM
START
TIMES
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It has increased the user-friendliness of
the controller with fewer steps to activate
stations without the use of the dial. This
feature is great for a quick start of a cycle
when extra watering is needed or if you
would like to scroll through the stations in
sequential order to inspect the irrigation
system.
Procedure to operate the Manual Start
Feature for an extra watering cycle
1. Press the button for 2 seconds.
2. Station run time will ash in the
display. This feature automatically
defaults to program A. You can select
program B or C by immediately
pressing the
PRG
button before the
number stops ashing. To operate the
entire program as scheduled, no other
handling is required. After a 2 second
pause, the program will begin.
3. If a particular station needs a onetime
adjustment to its run time for this
cycle then press the button (while the
run time is ashing) to scroll through
the stations until the desired station
number appears. Use the or
button to adjust the station run time.
The controller will begin to operate
that station within 2 seconds. (If no
buttons are pressed during step 2 or 3,
the controller will automatically begin
program A.) After the selected station
has completed its altered run time the
controller will then proceed to water
subsequent stations, with their original
programming, in sequential order only.
It will not water previous stations.
Large LCD display…
Easy to read
The large LCD display simplies pro-
gramming by making the controller entries
easy to read and verify. Symbols and
numbers on the display make it easy to
understand in any language.
Remote Ready…
Provide your controller with simple
and reliable operation away from its
mounting location
The SRC Plus is remote ready! A
SmartPort® wire harness is supplied
with the SRC controller to permit the
attachment of a Hunter SRR remote
receiver. The easy-to-install handy option
can help save time and effort by allowing
remote valve operation away from the
controller.
One Touch Start and Rapid
Manual Advance…
Activate stations to water without using
the dial
A special feature that Hunter has
incorporated into the SRC is called the
One Touch Start and Manual Advance.
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Procedure to operate the Rapid
Manual Advance Feature for a quick
system check
1. Press the button for 2 seconds.
2. Station run time will ash in the
display. This feature automatically
defaults to program A. You can select
program B or C by immediately
pressing the
PRG
button before the
number stops ashing.
3. After a 2 second pause, the program
will begin. Press the button
repeatedly to scroll through the stations
in the program.
Rain Sensor Bypass…
Simplied override of rain sensor
With the built-in rain sensor bypass, there
is no need for an additional manual bypass
switch when using rain sensors. The SRC
Plus works with most rain and freeze
sensors on the market today. If the sensor
is preventing system operation, just turn
the dial to “Run (Bypass Sensor)” and the
rain sensor will be overridden.
RUN
NEXT
PROGRAM
START
TIMES
STATION RUN TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
RUNNING
AM
PM
24 HR.
SUN MON TUES WED
THUR
FRI SAT EVEN
/
ODD
SYSTEM OFF RUN (BYPASS SENSOR)
SET DAYS TO WATER
MANUAL - SINGLE STATION
MANUAL - ALL STATIONS SET CURRENT DATE /TIME
SET WATERING START TIMES
SET STATION RUN TIMES
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PROGRAM
START
TIMES
Semi-Automatic Operation…
Manual watering of all stations
Turn the dial to “Manual-All Stations”
and choose either a program or a specic
station within that program to start
irrigating. Then turn the dial back to run,
and the SRC runs through the remaining
stations. You may also change the times on
a given program to create a custom manual
program. After the controller completes
the manual watering, it will return to the
original schedule.
PRODUCT FEATURES
AND BENEFITS (continued)

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Easy Access Wiring Compartment…
Simplied wire hookups
The SRC Plus permits fast and easy
connection of wiring in the spacious wiring
compartment. With the sturdy terminal strip
there is no need to hook the wire around the
screw on the terminal to make a connection.
Instead, simply insert a straight wire end
next to the gripping screw and tighten for a
positive connection.
Simplied Single Zone
Manual Operation…
One station manual operation
The customer may want to manually
run a single station, without watering all
zones. The SRC allows this to happen
by a simple turn of the dial to “Manual-
Single Station,” and selecting the zone.
The selected zone will run for either the
time set in original scheduling or for the
specic time set for manual operation after
the dial is turned back to the run position.
After the controller completes the manual
watering, it will return to the original
schedule, even if modied for the
manual operation.
Time Saving Mounting Bracket…
Quicker, neater, easier installation
No need for special mounting templates
and directions. With the SRC, just hang
the wall bracket and slide the controller
onto the bracket. With the special wall
bracket there is extra stabilization on the
wall and no need to disassemble the unit to
access mounting holes in the cabinet.
Electrical Surge Protection…
Protects controller from electrical surges
A built-in MOV (Metal-Oxide Varistor)
protects the microcircuitry against
electrical surges caused by storms, power
uctuations, brownouts, etc.
Master Valve and Pump Start
Relay Circuit…
Compatible with Hunter PSR (Pump Start
Relay) and other popular relays
A master valve or Hunter PSR pump
start relay can be activated with 24 VAC
power by connecting the wires to the
C (Common) and MV (Master Valve)
terminals on the terminal strip.
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Programming Instructions…
At-a-glance; always there
The SRC Plus provides a reference
label that is attached to the inside of the
controller door. No more lost or misplaced
instructions! Plus, labels for Spanish,
French, German Portuguese and Italian
languages are also available. Extra
space is provided to write in sprinkler
zone information.
Run Times…
Accurate watering times per station
Each station can run from 1 to 99 minutes
in 1 minute increments. These run times
will prevent the possibility of erroneously
scheduling an extremely long run time.
Extended run times of up to 6 hours, 36
minutes are possible by scheduling 4 start
times back to back on a single program.
The default watering schedule for Program
A is 10 minutes, everyday beginning at
8:00 AM.
Rain Off…
Easy system shutdown
When wet
weather or
winterization is
a factor, turn the
dial to the “System Off” position and all
watering will be suspended indenitely.
To return to automatic operation, simply
turn the dial to “RUN” or “RUN (Bypass
Sensor).” All the scheduling information is
stored in the controller and is not affected
by the “System Off” setting.
Interchangeable Faceplate Label…
Allows for language customization
The faceplate instructions can be changed
to either Spanish, French, or Italian by
the user in the eld. Complete language
customization kits include a faceplate
label, a door instruction label, and an
owner's manual.
Program Overlap Protection…
Assures proper system operation
The SRC assures that no two stations will
run concurrently no matter what the start
times, irrigation days, or duration of each
program. Since most systems do not have
excess pressure and ow available, two
or more valves operating at the same time
can cause inefcient watering. Program
overlap protection prevents this from
occurring.
Non-volatile Memory…
Holds programs indenitely; excellent
insurance against unreliable power
The SRC has what every user of electronic
controllers has wished for: the ability to
keep all programs in memory without a
backup battery. In the event of a power
failure or if AC power is suspended from
the controller by the user, the SRC’s non-
volatile memory will maintain programs
forever, without need for a battery.
Normal watering will resume when AC
power is restored.
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Self-Diagnostic Electronic Short Circuit
Protection…
No fuses to worry about; only faulty
stations stop watering
The SRC Plus automatically skips shorted
stations allowing the rest of the system
to operate as normal. The self-diagnostic
electronic short circuit protection system
is very benecial to the user because of
its ability to aid in identifying eld wiring
problems. It is almost as if the controller
can troubleshoot the system itself.
The self-diagnostic system detects a
high current path – a “short” – through an
operating station (the most common causes
of shorts are faulty solenoids or when a
bare valve common wire touches a bare
station control wire). When a short circuit
is detected on a station, instead of blowing
a fuse which would shut down the entire
irrigation system, the controller will skip
over that station and continue to water the
rest of the zones in the program.
The controller will indicate what zone is
shorting by showing the station number
followed by ERR in the LCD display. The
controller will continue to “jump over” that
zone during every watering until the zone
is repaired. To remove the ERR message
from the display, just turn the dial or push
any button.
Upgrade to Centralized Control…
Network through IMMS™ to make
programming changes and monitor system
conditions from your computer
The SRC can be networked to your
computer through the Hunter Irrigation
Management and Monitoring System™
(IMMS). The IMMS allows the user to
program controller functions that would
typically be handled directly at each
controller. Scheduling days to water, run
times, start times and more can be done
from a single computer at a desk miles
away from the installation. A key function
of the IMMS is its ability to monitor
changing conditions with the aid of such
options as ow sensors, rain sensors, and
other weather-sensing devices. No system
available today is more cost effective
than the Hunter IMMS. Best of all it is
able to team with any or all of the Hunter
controllers, including the SRC.
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RUN
NEXT
PROGRAM
START
TIMES
STATION RUN TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
RUNNING
AM
PM
24 HR.
SUN MON TUES WED
THUR
FRI SAT EVEN
/
ODD
SYSTEM OFF RUN (BYPASS SENSOR)
SET DAYS TO WATER
MANUAL - SINGLE STATION
MANUAL - ALL STATIONS SET CURRENT DATE / TIME
SET WATERING START TIMES
SET STATION RUN TIMES
AC AC R RS C MV 1 2 3 4 5 6
9 V Battery
A
B
C
1
2
3
4
PROGRAM
START
TIMES
STAT ION RUN TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
RUNNING
AM
PM
24 HR.
SUN MON TUES WED
THUR
FRI SAT EVEN
/
ODD
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Plus
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PROGRAM
START
TIMES
STAT
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B
C
1
2
3
4
PROGRAM
START
TIMES
STATION RUN TIME
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
RUNNING
AM
PM
24 HR.
SUN MON TUES WED
THUR
FRI SAT EVEN
/
ODD
A B
D
PROGRAM
START
TIMES
RESET
SRC PLUS COMPONENTS
A – LCD Display
Start Time – Identifies selected start time (only one
start time per program is required).
Program Designator – Identifies program in use A,
B, or C.
Station Number – Identifies currently selected station
number.
LCD Display – Indicates various times and values.
Run Time – Duration of individual stations watering.
Year – Current calendar year.
Month – Current calendar month.
Day – Current calendar day.
Running – Indicates when watering is occurring.
AM/PM – Arrow differentiates either AM or PM time.
24 HR – 24-hour time is available in addition to AM
and PM.
Day of the Week – Identifies days of the week to water
or you can select to water on odd or even days.
(For all above LCD display items, when an arrow
cursor is flashing, that is what you are setting.)
B – Control Buttons
Button – Increases the selected flashing display.
Button – Decreases the selected flashing display.
Button – Advances the selected flashing display.
Button – Selects program A, B, or C.
C – Transformer
A 120 VAC Plug-in transformer (included in SRC -600i
and 900i models) supplies 24 VAC to the controller.
D – Control Dial
Run – Normal dial position for automatic and manual
operation.
Run (Bypass Sensor) – Used to disengage optional
weather sensor that may be wired to your system.
Set Current Date/Time – Allows current date and clock
time to be set.
Set Watering Start Times – Allows 1 to 4 start times
to be enabled in each program.
Set Station Run Times – Allows user to set each
station run time from 0 to 99 minutes.
Set Days To Water – Allows user to select individual
days to water or to select an odd or even watering
schedule, according to the date.
Manual – Single Station – Allows user to activate a
one time watering of a single station.
Manual – All Station – Allows user to activate a one
time watering of all stations or a few selected stations.
System Off – Allows user to discontinue all programs
and stop all watering until dial is returned to the RUN
position.
E – Wiring Compartment
Reset Button – This button will reset the controller.
All programmed data will remain intact.
9-Volt Battery – The alkaline battery will maintain the
current time if power to the transformer is discon-
nected. However, the battery will not operate any of the
watering activity (not included).
Transformer – The two wires from the plug-in
transformer are connected to the two AC terminals.
Terminal Strip Area – Use to attach transformer and
valve wires from their source to the controller.