K-Rain SITEMASTER 3400 User manual

Instruction Manual
2-Wire Decoder Controller

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Declaration of Conformity 02
Specifications 02
Dimensions 02
Operating Specifications 02
Default Settings 02
Electrical Specifications 02
Firmware Version ID 02
SiteMaster Special Features 03
General Introduction 04
Midbox Features 04
Dial Features 05
Controller Components 06
Module Fuse Locations 06
Line Definition 07
Main Fuse Locations 07
Keyboard Layout 08
Basic Decoder Installation 09
Single Station Decoder Installation 09
2-Station Decoder Installation 10
4-Station Decoder Installation 11
Basic Surge Protector Installation 12
Grounding Specifications 13
Controller Grounding 13
Decoder/Surge Protector Grounding 13
Installation 14
Door Removal 14
Main Panel Removal 14
Mounting the Controller 15
Powering the Controller 15
Controller Configuration 16
Set Date 16
Set Time 16
Set Imperial/Metric 17
Set 12/24 Hour Clock 17
Name Program 17
Display Current 18
Display Flow 18
Program A Decoder 19
Use Decoder Port 19
Manually Enter Decoder Number 20
Set Decoder as Master Valve 21
Set Decoder as Pump Start 21
Sync a Multi-station Decoder 21
Name Zone 22
Remove Zone 22
Reassign a Decoder 23
Programming 24
OFF 24
Auto 24
Set Program Start Times 24
Set Watering Days 25
Set Weekdays 25
Set Odd Days 25
Set Even Days 26
Set Cycle Days 26
Set Zone Run Times 27
Run Single Zone/System Test 28
Single Zone Test 28
Decoder LED Test 29
Full Test 29
No Coil Test 30
Energize 2-Wire 30
Special Features 31
Seasonal Adjust 31
By Program 31
Set For All 31
Zone Grouping 32
Create a New Group 32
Edit Group 32
Display Group 33
Delete Group 33
Maximum Distance Graphs 33
Maximum Distance Chart, 12 AWG 34
Maximum Distance Chart, 14 AWG 35
Delay/Overlap 36
By Zone 36
Set For All 36
MV/PS Zone Set-up 37
Pump Pressurization 37
Save Program 37
Restore Program 37
Clear Program 38
Factory Reset 38
Set Days Off 38
Sensor Configuration 39
Set Flow Meter Type 39
Set Flow Limits 39
Set Program Limits 39
Set Zone Limits 39
Edit Meter 40
Volume Counts 40
Clear Total Volume 40
Clear Daily Volume 40
Possible Flow Sensor Error Messages 41
Set Weather Station 41
Weather Data 42
ET Data 42
ET Base Line 42
ET Programs 42
WS Connection 43
Reset ET 43
Reset Rain 43
Connecting a Wireless Rain Sensor 44
Learn 44
Status 44
Program Disable 45
WR Connection 45
Program Display 45
Decoder Status 46
General Log 46
Fault Log 46
Decoder Status Check 47
View Status 47
Fault List 48
2-Wire Module Status Light Definitions 49
Pump Start Relay/ Master Valve Wiring 49
Rain Sensor Installation 49
Remote Programming 50
Warranty Back Cover

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SPECIFICATIONS
This unit has been designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential install.
This equipment uses, generates and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. There is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in any particular install.
If the equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and back on again,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by:
(1) reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
(2) increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver;
(3) connect the equipment into an outlet
on a different circuit from the receiver;
(4) consult the dealer or an experienced
radio / TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this equipment
could void the warranty.
DIMENSIONS
• Width: 15.45" / Height 11.91" / Depth 6.43"
• Width 39.24 cm / Height 30.25 cm / Depth 16.33 cm
OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS
• Station Run Times: 1 second to 9:59:59
Programs A, B, C, D, E, & F
• Start Times: 6 per program
• Watering Schedule: 7 Day Calendar
(any day of the week) odd or even days,
interval watering up to 31 days.
• Operating Temperature:
0° - 140°F (18° - 60° C)
• Zone Capacity: 99
Zone groups limited to 6 zones and
1 MV/PS per primary line (A and B total)
for a total of 12 zones
• Pump Start requirements:
Pump Start relays hard-wired to the provided
locations on the SiteMaster controller will require
the use of a K-Rain 1520 or 1510 Mini Coil relay.
Remote Pump Start relays running with a decoder on
the 2-wire path require a K-Rain 3410 Optical Relay at
each location. Coil voltage rating of 120V or 240V
only. See optical relay manual for installation guide.
DEFAULT SETTINGS
• The SiteMaster controller has non-volatile
memory that retains all programming data
even during power outages and without the
need for any battery back-up. Batteries are
used for time and calendar accuracy and 9V
is used for remote programming when the
main panel is removed from the cabinet.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• 2-wire transformer
Input: 120/240 VAC 50/60 Hz
Max Output: 27 VAC 100VA 3.7 AMP
• Midbox Transformer
Input: 120/240 VAC 50/60 Hz
Max Output: 24 VAC 40VA 1.71 AMP
• Battery:
- 2032 Coin Cell (included)
- 9V alkaline battery (optional)
(not included)
• For PERMANENTLY CONNECTED EQUIPMENT,
a readily accessible disconnect device shall
be incorporated external to the equipment.
FIRMWARE VERSION ID
Displays the version of firmware installed.
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET DATE
MIDPCB VER J813 LINE1 VER00 LINE2 VER00
01SET DATE NOV 19
BACK
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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SITEMASTER SPECIAL FEATURES
• Up to 99 zones
• Dual transformer design for additional lightning protection
• 6 separate programs
• 6 start times per program
• 2 independent (hard wired) pump start and master valve
terminals and 3 additional Decoder MV/PS
• Terminals provided for 2 hard wired flow meters,
plus additional 3 decoder flow meters
• Easily name zones and entire programs
• Hard wired terminals dedicated to rain sensor, as well
as functions with a K-Rain wireless rain sensor
• Moisture sensors on decoders
• Zone grouping
• Will run 12 zones simultaneously along with MV/PS (6 per line only)
• Ability to run a Decoder status any time that will display:
zone, line, outgoing signal strength, incoming signal strength.
• Ability to energize a line (or both) to test current load
• Interactive fault log to keep track of resolved/unresolved issues
• Terminals for weather station. Weather station will adjust run
times based on ET.
• Configure controller to imperial or metric
• Configure clock to either 12 hr. or 24 hr.
• 4 separate wire paths, on 2 independent lines
• GSM capable
• Set Hrs./minutes to Minutes/Seconds by Program.
Hrs./Minutes default
• Coin cell battery in the midbox to support non-volatile battery.
No AAA batteries.
• 9V optional for remote programming.
• Decoders available in: 1 zone, 2 zone, 4 zone

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Program Display
Shows:
• Days of the week used
• Zones assigned to a program
• Zones missing run times
• Number of start times
• Time of first start
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART/BACK
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Station/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Config.
Sensor
Config.
SET
Station
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
Program A
Monday 1
11
21
31
41
51
2
12
22
32
42
52
3
13
23
33
43
53
4
14
24
34
44
54
5
15
25
35
45
55
6
16
26
36
46
56
7
17
27
37
47
57
8
18
28
38
48
58
9
19
29
39
49
59
10
20
30
40
50
60
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
# of Start Times scheduled - 6 First start time 8:00 am
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
Digital Dial with
LED indicator
Rain Sensor Bypass
Select Button
Program
Select
Button
Back
Button
Up/
Increase
Button
Down/
Decrease
Button
Next
Button
Start/ OK
Button
Error / Alarm LED Large 3" x 5"
LCD Display
Large display allows for screens
like the ones shown below.
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
MIDBOX FEATURES
Full keyboard controlled by either the
directional arrows and/or the dial.
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART/BACK
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Station/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Config.
Sensor
Config.
SET
Station
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
Front Lawn 1ZONE 1
2
q w e r t y u i o p
a s d f g h j k l
z x c v b n m
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 01
BACK
CAPS SPACE DELETE REPEAT LAST
NAME A ZONE

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SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
DIAL FEATURES
n Set Controller Date/Time
n Standard/Metric
n 24hr/12hr
n Name Program
n Display Current Load
n Display Live Flow Data
n Special Options
n Flow Meter Type
n Set Flow Limits
n Volume Counts
n Set Weather Station
n Set Moisture Sensors
n Set Wireless Rain Sensor
Set 6 separate start times
for each of the 6 programs
Set watering days; set
odd/even watering days,
add cycle day setting.
Set individual zone
run times / durations
n Run a single zone test
n Decoder Test
n Timed full system test
n No Coil Test
n Energize the 2-wire path
to run electrical tests
n Seasonal Adjust
n Zone Group
n Zone Delay/Overlap
n Set MVPS
n Clear Program
n Save Program
n Restore Program
n Permanent Days Off
n Initialize any decoder type;
assign to a zone or task
n Name individual zones
n Add/remove zones
n Reassign Decoder
n Check/update a
separate fault log
n Check a total general log
n Run/view decoder status check
n GSM/cellular set up
The display will show
an entire program on
one screen
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
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CONTROLLER COMPONENTS
MODULE FUSE LOCATIONS
3206- RF MODULE
FOR THE WIRELESS
RAIN SENSOR
9V BATTERY FOR
REMOTE PROGRAMMING
3404-
NETWORK
MODULE
3403- 2 WIRE
MODULE
3403- 2 WIRE
MODULE
40VA WITH
3 AMP FUSE
120,240 24VAC
100VA WITH
5 AMP BREAKER
120,240 27VAC
EASY ACCESS
TO FUSES

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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
LINE DEFINITION
The SiteMaster features 4 total wire
paths from 2 independent sources:
Line 1 – A & B, Line 2 – A & B.
To make wiring easy, use the color
coded arrows when installing 2-wire
line. NOTE: Do this when using the
Programming Port as well.
MAIN FUSE LOCATIONS
ACCESS
TO THE
TRANSFORMER
SECONDARY
FUSES
FUSE
COVER
EARTH
GROUND
LINE 1
AB
LINE 2
AB
LINE 1 STATUS
2 WIRE MODULE
LINE 2 STATUS
MV/PS 1 COMMON MV/PS 2 COMMON
DECODER
PROGRAMMING
BLACK
TO BLACK
AND RED
TO RED

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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
KEYBOARD LAYOUT
When using the on-screen keyboard,
use the arrows OR the dial,
navigate the curser around the keyboard
to highlight the desired letter or number,
then push OK. Then scroll the curser to
NEXT and push the arrow to confirm
the name change. NORTH SIDE POS 11
2
Q W E R T Y U I O P
A S D F G H J K L
Z X C V B N M
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 01
BACK NEXT
RPT SPADEL CAPS
NAME ZONE 02
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART/BACK
OK
Use this key to
REPEAT a letter
This is a
SPACE bar
This is a
DELETE key
This key changes your
letters to capitals

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BASIC DECODER INSTALLATION
SINGLE STATION DECODER INSTALLATION
2-WIRE PATH
RED AND BLACK SOLID WIRE FROM THE
DECODER TO THEIR CORRESPONDING
CABLES ON THE 2-WIRE PATH, CONNECTED WITH
DBR-6, DBY-6 CONNECTORS OR EQUIVALENT
YELLOW BRAIDED WIRE FROM
THE DECODER TO THE SOLENOID.
CONNECTED WITH DBR-6, DBY-6
CONNECTORS OR EQUIVALENT
DECODER

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BASIC DECODER INSTALLATION
2-STATION DECODER INSTALLATION
RED AND BLACK SOLID WIRE FROM THE DECODER TO THEIR
CORRESPONDING CABLES ON THE 2-WIRE PATH, CONNECTED
WITH DBR-6, DBY-6 CONNECTORS OR EQUIVALENT
2-STATION
DECODER
YELLOW BRAIDED WIRE FROM
THE DECODER TO THE SOLENOID.
CONNECTED WITH DBR-6, DBY-6
CONNECTORS OR EQUIVALENT
IF THE VALVES BEING CONNECTED ARE IN
SEPARATE VALVE BOXES, THE MAXIMUM
DISTANCE FROM THE DECODER SHOULD
BE NO MORE THAN 100’
2-WIRE PATH
MAX 100’

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2-WIRE PATH
BASIC DECODER INSTALLATION
4-STATION DECODER INSTALLATION
RED AND BLACK SOLID WIRE FROM THE DECODER TO THEIR CORRESPONDING CABLES
ON THE 2-WIRE PATH, CONNECTED WITH DBR-6, DBY-6 CONNECTORS OR EQUIVALENT
4-STATION DECODER
YELLOW BRAIDED
WIRE FROM THE
DECODER TO
THE SOLENOID.
CONNECTED WITH
DBR-6, DBY-6
CONNECTORS
OR EQUIVALENT
IF THE VALVES
BEING CONNECTED
ARE IN SEPARATE
VALVE BOXES,
THE MAXIMUM
DISTANCE FROM
THE DECODER
SHOULD BE NO
MORE THAN 100’
MAX 100’
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BASIC SURGE PROTECTOR INSTALLATION
The minimum recommended surge protection is one grounded surge protector at the
beginning and end of each wire path and a grounded surge protector every 1,000 ft/300m or
every 12 decoders, whichever comes first. This is the minimum amount. For greater protection
the system can be grounded more frequently. There is no max limit of surge protectors.
The system should be grounded with rods and plates with no more than 10 Ohms resistance
(Grounding electrodes must meet at least minimum US National Electrical Code (NEC)).
This should be measured using a fall-of-potential meter, not a clamp meter. It is recommended
that the ground resistance is checked on a regular basis to ensure proper system protection.
It is important to replace these surge protectors if the system has been damaged.
RED AND BLACK SOLID WIRE FROM THE DECODER TO THEIR CORRESPONDING CABLES
ON THE 2-WIRE PATH, CONNECTED WITH DBR-6, DBY-6 CONNECTORS OR EQUIVALENT.
ONE SURGE PROTECTOR WILL GO BETWEEN THE CONTROLLER AND THE FIRST ZONE.
THE SECOND WILL GO ON THE END OF EACH LINE COMING FROM THE CONTROLLER.
IF YOU SPLIT A LINE, YOU WILL NEED A SURGE PROTECTOR AT THE END OF EACH.
SURGE
PROTECTOR
GREEN WIRE
CONNECTED
TO GROUNDING
ROD OR PLATE
AS PER SPEC.
SURGE
PROTECTOR
GREEN WIRE
CONNECTED
TO GROUNDING
ROD OR PLATE
AS PER SPEC.
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GROUNDING SPECIFICATIONS
CONTROLLER GROUNDING DECODER/SURGE PROTECTOR GROUNDING
The controller will be grounded with a Paige
182007 (10ft copper clad rod) or equivalent
and a Paige 182199IC grounding plate (4” x 96”
with 25’ continuous 6 AWG) or equivalent.
Grounding plate to be installed with two 50lb
bags of Power Set Earth Contact Fill.
Grounding rod should be placed 8’-10’ from the
controller and at a right angle with the two-wire
path. The grounding plate should be a minimum
of 15’ from the grounding rod using the 6 AWG
bare copper wire included with the plate. The
wire should be kept in as straight a path as
permitted, use sweeping turns when necessary.
Use Cadweld “One-Shot” to secure ground plate
wire to grounding rod. The grounding plate is to
be installed a minimum of 30” below surface and
set in two 50lb bags of PowerSet Earth Contact Fill
(keep moisture level at 15% or more at all times).
(Grounding plate needs to meet NEC section 250
requirements).
Ground resistance should be measured using
an earth-to-ground meter, the resistance is to
be 10 ohms or less. If you read over 10 ohms,
an additional plate should be added (use the
same process and specs as the first plate).
Surge protectors should be grounded with a
ground plate and/or grounding rod (Plate: Paige
182199/182201; Rod: 182000IC10/ 182000IC6).
Use any combination to achieve 10ohms or less.
If multiple plates or rods are installed, they need
to have a minimum of 15’ between them. Plate to
be installed with minimum 50lb of PowerSet Earth
Contact Fill. (Grounding plate needs to meet NEC
section 250 requirements). Grounding plate should
be installed 30” below the surface and should
maintain 15% moisture level.
CONTROLLER
GROUNDING
LOCATIONS
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INSTALLATION DOOR REMOVAL MAIN PANEL REMOVAL
The Sitemaster controller can be installed
either indoors or outdoors and must be installed
in compliance with local electrical codes.
For the best viewing and ease of programming
we recommend installation at eye level.
The mounting location should have access
to 115VAC or 220VAC electrical power and allow
enough bottom clearance for the installation of
conduit or a “junction” box if required.
Installation should be done at least 15 feet
away from a pump start relay or any high
draw motors such as air conditioners and
refrigerators.
For ease of installation the enclosure door
and main panel can be removed. 17 inches
of horizontal clearance to the left is necessary
to fully open the hinged door.
1. Making sure the door is unlocked, open
the enclosure door and swing it to the left
until fully open.
2. Using both hands, grasp both the top and
bottom portions of the door at the hinge
location.
3. Gently pull either the top or bottom portion
of the door forward until the door releases.
1. Open the front panel by grasping the
finger hold on the top right side of the
front panel. Swing the panel open to
the left.
2. Disconnect the ribbon cable from the
rear of the main panel by gently pulling
the ribbon connector straight out of
the socket.
3. Using both hands, grasp both the top
and bottom portions of the main panel
at the hinge location.
4. Gently push the main panel upwards
until the hinge pin is free of the
enclosure socket.

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MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER
The SiteMaster has two keyhole slots on the top /
back of the controller. Two circular mounting holes
are located at the bottom / back of the controller.
One of the three mounting holes is located inside
the 115VAC or 220VAC connection box.
Use a pencil to mark the eye level position on
the mounting wall. Or, use the template provided
for easy installation.
Drive an appropriate fastening device for
the type of wall material into the mark for
the keyhole.
Hang the controller on the keyhole slots
making sure the fastener is secured on
the narrow neck area of the keyhole slot.
Making sure the controller is level,
drive an appropriate fastener(s) in
the lower circular hole(s).
The SiteMaster has three “knockout” plugs
available for routing valve, pump start and
sensor wires. All are located on the bottom
of the cabinet and sized for 1”, 1-1/4”, 1-3/8”
or 2” PVC male adapters.
In the combination “knockout” plugs, tap
a screwdriver in the groove around each
in several places to remove the knockout.
KEYHOLE
SLOT
MOUNTING
HOLES
KNOCKOUT PLUGS
POWERING THE CONTROLLER
It is recommended that a licensed electrician
perform the following power installation.
All electrical connections and wiring must
be made according to local building codes.
Make sure all electrical power is turned off
before any wire connections are attempted.
For ease of installation the enclosure door
and main panel can be removed.
FOR OUTDOOR CONTROLLER ONLY:
The knockout located on bottom left side
of the cabinet should be used to bring
AC power wires and conduit into the power
junction box.
The SiteMaster is powered with either
115VAC or 220VAC which must be noted
when ordering the unit.
Connect the AC wires to the transformer
wires located inside the power junction
box with wire nuts or other locally
approved connectors.

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The CONTROLLER CONFIG.
dial position is used to set:
• Controller Date/Time
• Imperial or Metric
• 24 hr./12 hr. Clock
• Assign Individual
Program Names
• Current Display
(on AUTO screen)
• Display Flow
SET DATE
With this feature, you will be setting the
actual calendar date used in programming
the controller.
1. SET DATE will be highlighted, push OK.
2. The Day selection will be highlighted
first. Use the t/sarrows to set the
desired numeric date.
3. Use the arrow to cycle to the Month.
Using the t/sarrows cycle up or down
until the desired month is shown.
4. Use the arrow to cycle to the Day.
Using the t/sarrows cycle up or down
until the desired Day is shown.
SET TIME
With this feature, you will be setting the time
clock used in programming the controller.
1. Use the t/sarrows to cycle down to
SET TIME, push OK.
2. The HOUR selection will be highlighted.
Use the t/sarrows to set the desired
hour. If you cycle past 12, the AM will
automatically change to PM.
3. Use the arrow to cycle to the
minute position. Using the t/s
arrows cycle up or down until the
desired minute is shown.
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
CONTROLLER CONFIG
SET MEASURE
SET TIME
NAME PROGRAM
SET DATE
SET 12HOUR
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
CONTROLLER CONFIG
SET MEASURE
SET TIME
NAME PROGRAM
SET DATE
SET 12HOUR
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
CONTROLLER CONFIG
SET MEASURE
SET TIME
NAME PROGRAM
SET DATE
SET 12HOUR
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET TIME
SET TIME 11 :34 AM
BACK
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET DATE
SET DATE 02 JAN 19
BACK
CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTO
OFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days

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SET IMPERIAL OR METRIC
With this feature, you will be setting how the
controller displays numeric values, either
Metric or Imperial values can be shown.
1. Use the t/sarrows to cycle down to
SET MEASURE, push OK.
2. Use the t/sarrows to cycle to the
desired selection, push OK.
3. Use the key to move the curser to
highlight the BACK button on the screen,
then push the key once more to verify
the selection.
SET 12 / 24 HR CLOCK
With this feature, you will be telling the
controller to display a 12 hour clock or
a 24 hour clock. This will be used for
programming purposes as well.
1. Use the t/sarrows to cycle down
to SET 12 HOUR, push OK.
2. Use the t/sarrows to cycle to the
desired selection, push OK.
3. Use the key to move the curser to
highlight the BACK button on the screen,
then push the key once more to verify
the selection.
NAME PROGRAM
This feature allows you to rename any of the
6 preset program names (A,B,C,D,E, & F) to
whatever best suites your needs, using our
on screen keyboard.
1.Use the t/sarrows to cycle down to
NAME PROGRAM, push OK.
2. Use the t/sarrows to cycle to the
program name you intend to change, push OK.
3. Using the ts arrows OR the dial,
navigate the curser around the keyboard to
highlight the desired letter or number, then
push OK. Then scroll the curser to NEXT and
push the button to confirm the name change.
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
CONTROLLER CONFIG CONTROLLER CONFIG
SET MEASURE
SET MEASURE
SET TIME
SET TIME
NAME PROGRAM
NAME PROGRAM
SET DATE
SET DATE
SET 12HOUR
SET 12HOUR
17
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
HOUR
BACK
24 HOUR
12 HOUR 3
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
NAME PROGRAM
BACK
PROGRAM B
PROGRAM D
PROGRAM C
PROGRAM E
PROGRAM A
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
CONTROLLER CONFIG
SET MEASURE
SET TIME
NAME PROGRAM
SET DATE
SET 12HOUR
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
MEASURE
BACK
METRIC
IMPERIAL 3
2
Q W E R T Y U I O P
A S D F G H J K L
Z X C V B N M
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
BACK NEXT
RPT SPADEL CAPS
NAME PROGRAM A
PROGRAM A POS 01
1
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART/BACK
OK
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SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
DISPLAY CURRENT
This feature allows the user to display
the active current draw on each line
independently on the main display screen.
1. Use the t/sarrows to cycle down to
DISP CURRENT, push OK.
2. Use the t/sarrows to cycle to the
desired selection, push OK.
3. Use the key to move the curser to
highlight the BACK button on the screen,
then push the key once more to verify
the selection.
This will turn the line display on the
AUTO screen.
DISPLAY FLOW
This feature allows the user to display the
active current flow rate being measured by
a connected flow measurement device on
the main display screen.
1. Use the t/sarrows to cycle down to
DISPLAY FLOW, push OK.
2. Use the t/sarrows to cycle to the
desired selection, push OK.
3. Use the key to move the curser to
highlight the BACK button on the screen,
then push the key once more to verify
the selection.
CONTROLLER CONFIG
CONTROLLER CONFIG
SET TIME
SET MEASURE
NAME PROGRAM
DISP CURRENT
SET MEASURE
SET 12HOUR
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
CURRENT
FLOW
BACK
BACK
DISPLAY OFF
DISPLAY OFF
DISPLAY ON 3
DISPLAY ON 3
SET 12HOUR
NAME PROGRAM
DISP CURRENT
DISPLAY FLOW
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
WEDNESDAY
LINE 1 500mA LINE 2 0mA
ZONE 4 7:42
ZONE 6 6:20
ZONE 8 8:10
AM
AUTO 10:10
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TO SYNC A SINGLE STATION DECODER
USING THE PROGRAMMING PORT
There are 2 ways to
program a decoder
to the SiteMaster
controller. The first
of which would
be to use the built
in decoder port.
1. Use the t/sarrows to cycle to
USE DECODER PORT, push OK.
2. Insert the 2 solid decoder wires into the
Decoder Programming Port as shown; red
wire to the port with the red arrow and the
black wire to the port with the black arrow.
The wires protective coating must be
stripped back to make contact.
3. Then go back to the midbox face and
push OK to start. The controller will take
a few seconds to read the decoders
serial number.
4. The controller should display the
decoders serial number. If successful,
push the arrow to highlight NEXT, then
again to continue. If the display shows
all zeros, you will need to repeat the
process.
5. The screen will then display as shown
above. Use the t/sarrows to highlight
what you are assigning the decoder to be.
To set the decoder as a ZONE, push OK.
6. Use the ts arrows to move
the curser to the zone you wish to add
this decoder to, then push OK.
7. The controller is now asking which
line you are going to use this decoder on.
Use the t/sarrows to move the curser
to the desired line, then push OK.
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
PROGRAM DECODER
REMOVE ZONE
REASSIGN ZONE
NAME ZONE
MAN ENTRY DEC #
USE DECO PORT
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
READ DECODER
BACK NEXT
PRESS START TO READ
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
READ DECODER
BACK NEXT
NUMBER IS 000000
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
ASSIGN OOOOOO
BACK
THIS DECO
001016
LINE 1
FRONT CHOOSE ZONE AND PRESS OK
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
ASSIGN LINE
LINE 2
LINE 1
BACK
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
PROGRAM A DECODER
EARTH
GROUND
LINE 1
AB
LINE 2
AB
LINE 1 STATUS
2 WIRE MODULE
LINE 2 STATUS
MV/PS 1 COMMON MV/PS 2 COMMON
DECODER
PROGRAMMING
red wire
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days
PROGRAMS
ERROR
DISABLED ON
BACK DECREASE INCREASE NEXTSTART
RAIN
SENSOR
OK
DE F
AB C
DECODER TYPE
ZONE
BACK
MASTER VALVE
PUMP START
FLOW SENSOR
MOISTURE SENSOR
SET
Program
Start Times
AUTOOFF
RUN
Single Zone/
System Test
Special
Features
Program
Display
Connectivity
Decoder
Status
Program
Decoder
Controller
Cong.
Sensor
Cong.
SET
Zone
Run Times
SET
Watering
Days