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- Page 1 Solar Sync ® OWNER'S MANUAL Solar Sync Sensor Wired and Wireless Solar Sync Sensors Evapotranspiration Sensor for Compatible Hunter Controllers...
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Page 2: Introduction
Introduction The Solar Sync is a sensor system that, when connected to The result is a new water-efficient irrigation product that a compatible Hunter controller, will automatically adjust promotes water conservation and healthier plants. You your controller watering based upon changes in local climate simply program your controller like you normally would, and conditions. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
X-Core® with Wired Solar Sync ..Dimensions ..X-Core with Wireless Solar Sync ..FCC Notice ..Pro-C® or PCC with Wired Solar Sync ..Industry Canada Notice ..Pro-C or PCC with Wireless Solar Sync ..Certificate of Conformity to European Directives .. -
Page 4: System Overview And Operation
System Overview and Operation The Solar Sync system is simply and easily installed on Rain-Clik rain sensor that will automatically shut down any compatible Hunter irrigation controller (see controller the irrigation system during rain events, thus preventing Owner’s Manual or application guide to verify compatibility). -
Page 5: System Installation
System Installation Choosing the Sensor Location Using the screws provided, mount the Solar Sync sensor on Note any surface where it will be exposed to unobstructed sun Place Solar Sync sensor where it can receive and rainfall, but not in the path of sprinkler spray. -
Page 6: Solar Sync System Components
In addition, the Solar Sync’s built-in temperature sensor provides system shutdown when freezing conditions occur. At approximately 37°F (3°C) and below the Solar Sync will command the controller to shut down. A "sensor off" indication will be displayed on your controller when the sensor is active. - Page 7 System Components System Components The Wireless Solar Sync includes a downward-facing The Solar Sync receiver is designed to be mounted on antenna that communicates with the receiver. the wall next to the controller, or mounted in an available knockout on the side of the controller.
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Page 8: Installing The Sensor
Installing the Receiver The Solar Sync sensor can be mounted using the wall The Solar Sync receiver (A) can be installed either on the bracket, or the gutter mount. Mounting the Solar Sync wall using the mounting bracket (C) provided, or by using an using the wall bracket (A), use the screws provided to attach available knockout in the controller cabinet. -
Page 9: Maintaining The Sensor
System Installation Maintaining the Sensor Bypassing the Sensor The Solar Sync sensor is designed for outdoor use, but If the Rain Sensor or Freeze Sensor is preventing system must be kept clean to function correctly. Wiping the dome operation, SENSOR OFF will be displayed on the controller’s covering the solar radiation sensor every 6 months is display. -
Page 10: System And Controller Wiring
Compatible system: WSS-SEN The X-Core controller has Solar Sync control built in, The X-Core controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing allowing the sensor be wired directly to the sensor the receiver be wired directly to the sensor terminals inside terminals inside the controller. -
Page 11: Pro-C Or Pcc With Wired Solar Sync
Pro-C or PCC with Wireless Solar Sync Compatible system: SOLAR-SYNC-SEN Compatible system: WSS-SEN The Pro-C or PCC controller has Solar Sync control built The Pro-C or PCC controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing the sensor to be wired directly to the sensor in, allowing the receiver to be wired directly to the sensor terminals inside the controller. -
Page 12: Icc2 With Wired Solar Sync
Compatible system: WSS-SEN The ICC2 controller has Solar Sync control built in, The ICC2 controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing allowing the sensor be wired directly to the sensor the receiver to be wired directly to the sensor terminals terminals inside the controller. -
Page 13: I-Core With Wired Solar Sync
I-Core with Wireless Solar Sync Compatible system: SOLAR-SYNC-SEN Compatible system: WSS-SEN The I-Core controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing The I-Core controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing the sensor be wired directly to the sensor terminals the receiver be wired directly to the sensor terminals inside the controller. -
Page 14: Acc With Wired Solar Sync
ACC with Wireless Solar Sync Compatible system: SOLAR-SYNC-SEN Compatible system: WSS-SEN The ACC controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing The ACC controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing the sensor be wired directly to the sensor terminals the receiver be wired directly to the sensor terminals inside the controller. -
Page 15: Acc2 With Wired Solar Sync
ACC2 with Wireless Solar Sync Compatible system: SOLAR-SYNC-SEN Compatible system: WSS-SEN The ACC2 controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing The ACC2 controller has Solar Sync control built in, allowing the sensor be wired directly to the sensor terminals the receiver be wired directly to the sensor terminals inside the controller. -
Page 16: Setup And Programming
If necessary, there are peak summer watering season. The Solar Sync is designed two ways to make adjustments: to adjust all run times daily based upon on-site weather •... -
Page 17: Setup And Programming
Seasonal Adjust, move down to the next lower Region (from Region 4 to 3, for example). The calibration of the Solar Sync to a particular site can Seasonal Adjust too high – Make sure the controller easily be accomplished by adjusting the Region and/or dial is in the RUN position. -
Page 18: Calibration And Setup Period
Calibration and Setup Period The table below will assist you in identifying the type of region you live in. There are four basic ET regions, each with descriptions of the region, along with typical ET and temperature characteristics. It is recommended that, if possible, the region be chosen based upon average July ET or peak summer ET. -
Page 19: Calibration And Setup Period
Calibration and Setup Period Station Run Times It is important to understand that Solar Sync provides a global seasonal adjustment to the controller. This means that all station run times will be modified by the seasonal adjust percentage shown. When programming the controller, the run times should be entered that represent peak season watering schedules. -
Page 20: Specifications, Dimensions, And Notices
Specifications, Dimensions, and Notices Controller Compatibility Dimensions The Solar Sync is designed for use with Hunter X-Core, Wired Solar Sync Sensor: Pro-C, PCC, ICC2, I-Core, and ACC2 controllers. • 3" H x 8¼" W x 1" D (7.6 cm H x 21 cm W x 2.5 cm D) -
Page 21: Fcc Notice
Specifications, Dimensions, and Notices FCC Notice Industry Canada Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Sensor - IC: 2772A-SSW the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 Receiver - IC: 2772A-SSWR of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a Operation is subject to the following conditions: residential installation. -
Page 22: Certificate Of Conformity To European Directives
Specifications, Dimensions, and Notices CE and Australia Notice Certificate of Conformity to European Directives Hunter Industries hereby declares that this remote control Hunter Industries declares that the irrigation sensor Solar device is in compliance with the essential requirements and Sync complies with the standards of the European Directives other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/CE. -
Page 23: Notes
Notes... - Page 24 Helping our customers succeed is what drives us. While our passion for innovation and engineering is built into everything we do, it is our commitment to exceptional support that we hope will keep you in the Hunter family of customers for years to come. Gregory R. Hunter, President of Hunter Industries HUNTER INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED | Built on Innovation®...