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  • Page 2 GalStar Instruction 1.0...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 Index 1) Preface ............................... 6 2) Tutorial ............................... 10 2.2. Setting system to active ......................10 2.2.1. Main menu ........................10 2.2.2. Accessing tech. setup ....................... 11 2.2.3. System setup ........................11 2.2.4. Setting system to active ....................12 2.3.
  • Page 4 GalStar Instruction 1.0 Index Fertilization ............................41 EC/PH Control ..........................41 • Fertilizing status ..........................42 o Fertilizing programs ........................43 o Fertilizer pump status ........................ 44 • Fertilizer pump setup ......................45 o Fertilizer center constant ......................46 o EC/pH constants ........................47 •...
  • Page 5 GalStar Instruction 1.0 Index • Event logs viewer ......................... 66 • Alarm log ............................66 • View diary ............................. 66 • Alarms auto canceling ......................... 66 • Reset Diaries ..........................66 • Logs massage setup ........................67 • Double outputs info ........................67 Manuel overriding ...........................
  • Page 6: Preface

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 1. Preface The Layout of the Manual: The manual is set out in an order that goes from the simple to the complex. It starts off with general knowledge for the operator; the next “Tutorial” chapter is designed for capable operators who can follow basic examples in order to learn how to operate the controller.
  • Page 7 GalStar Instruction 1.0 1. Preface Operating The Controller Via The Keyboard And Display Screen Layout: When the controller is connected to the power supply, the screen is usually off (for power conservation) touching any of the keys turns the screen on. The top row of the screen always shows the title of the screen in capital letters.
  • Page 8 GalStar Instruction 1.0 1. Preface • In an "Element Screen" jumps to a specific element number (similar to “Next/ Prev”). Upon pressing “jump” the message “Jump to element __” appears, enter the element number and press “Enter”. • In a "Non-Element screen" jumps to a specific address (screen). Upon pressing “jump”...
  • Page 9 GalStar Instruction 1.0 1. Preface Step 5: Since the cursor is above “Water Required”, enter the quantity (according to the unit set) and then press “Enter” In order to program “Day Timing *” (alpha numeric parameter) carry out the following steps: Step 6: Press “Page Down”...
  • Page 10: Tutorial

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial The tutorial chapter is designed to provide an operation guideline for operators with advanced controller skills who have not as yet operated this Gal-Star controller. Operators requiring further assistance should refer to the “Operation Chapter” that provides a detailed description of all of the controller functions.
  • Page 11: Accessing Tech. Setup

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.2.2 Accessing Tech. Setup (6): Press the “Tech. Setup” “function key”, the word “password” flashes on the bottom part of the screen. Enter access the technical menus. Press 2.2.3 System Setup (61): Press the “System Setup” “function key” to access the “System Setup”...
  • Page 12: Setting System To Active

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.2.4 Setting System to Active: Press the “Select” key to change the parameter “System Setup” from “N.Active” to “Active” then press “Enter”. Press “Esc” and then “Enter” to confirm the changes. You will return to the “Technical Menu” screen.
  • Page 13: Setting The Fertilizer Pump Output

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.3.2 Setting the Input for Water Counter No. 1: Press the “Water Cntrs” “function key” in the “Head 1 Connections” screen to access the “Head 1 Input” screen. In the above “Head 1 Input” screen (6215) assign slot number 1/ port number 1 (1/001) to counter no.
  • Page 14: Setting The Fertilizer Pump Input

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.3.4 Setting the Fertilizer Pump Input: In the “Head 1 Connection” screen, press “Fert. Cntrs.” (fertilizer counters) to access 6216): Set the slot and port to 1/002 and the size of the pulse for fertilizer counter No. 1 to 1.000.
  • Page 15: Setting The Valve

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.5 Setting the Valve: In the “head 1 Status” screen press the “Valves” (13) “function key” to access: Press Press the “Valve Const” “function key” to access (133): 2.5.1 Set the “Valve setup” parameter to “Active”.
  • Page 16 GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial Press 2.6.2 Press the “Fert. Pumps” and then “F.Pumps Const.” “function key” to access (1423): • Select “By Puls” for “Fert.Pump Type”. Press Esc. and confirm by Enter. • Press "Esc" to access the “Fertilizing Status” screen.
  • Page 17: Fert Programs

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.6.3 Select “Active” for the “Operation Setup” parameter. Press “esc” and confirm by pressing “enter”. You will return to the “Fertilizer Status” screen. The fertilizer status should be “Ready”. 2.6.4 Fert Programs: In the “Fertilizer Status” screen press the “Fert.Prgms” “function key” to access (141): 2.6.4.1...
  • Page 18: Program Constants

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.7 Program Constants: 2.7.1 Press “Main Menu”>“Head1”>”Prgrms Sequnc” to access (12): press 2.7.2 Press “Prgrms Consts” to access (123): 2.7.2.1 Press the “down” key once to reach “Program Setup”, select “Active”. 2.7.2.2 Change the “Water Unit” parameter to “Min:Sec”.
  • Page 19: Program Programming

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 2. Tutorial 2.8 Program Programming: In the “Irrigation Program” screen press the “Prgrs Prog.” function key to access (122): 2.8.1 Set the “Wtr. Req.” (water required) parameter to “10.00” minutes. 2.8.2 Press the “Down” key to reach “Fert Prog No.” and set it to “1”.
  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation 3.1 The Main Menu Screen: This is the first screen to appear and is used as the base for all screen navigation. When the controller is switched on or left untouched for more than half an hour the current screen will be the main menu screen (0).
  • Page 21: Operation Of Head No. 1

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation 3.2 Operation of Head No. 1 (1): Note: The following describes operation of Head No. 1 but the same also applies to Head No.2. Press “Head 1” in the “Main Screen” to enter the “Head 1 Status - 1” screen in which the status of the head is shown and in which a table lists the programs operating.
  • Page 22: Programs And Sequences

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation Screen Explanation: (“Element Screen” – shows information about each program. Use the “next/prev” or “jump” keys to access different programs.) • Program Status: The options are: NotIrr., Finish, Not.Fin (not finished), Fault, Wait, Irrig., Fert., Irr+Alr (irrigating + alarm), Fert+Alr (fertilizing + alarm), Wait+Al (wait + alarm).
  • Page 23: Program Programming

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation • Cycles Left Today: The number of cycles remaining in the irrigation program. If the program is programmed in more than one sequence then this number is the total number of cycles of the program that have already started.
  • Page 24 GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation • Water Required: Programmable parameter. Enter the amount according to the water unit selected. • Water Unit: Information only (see program constants). • Fertilizing Program: (Programmable) the programming of fertilizer is via the “fertilizer programs”...
  • Page 25: Program Constants

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation Next Cond. Cycle Min.: The time remaining to the next possible operation. When working with conditions and program time together the condition will be active only when in the time range. At the beginning of operation this parameter is the same as “Cyclic Interval”...
  • Page 26 GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation Screen Explanation: • Program Status: (Information only) see previous explanation in the “Program Information” screen. • Program Def Status: (Information only) see previous explanation in the “program information” screen. • Restart Program (Yes/No): Reset the planned program and recalculate the next start.
  • Page 27: Sequence

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation 3.6 Sequences: The sequences are a group of programs that run sequentially. The method of use is to program the irrigation program first (without starting conditions) and then to assign them to the sequence.
  • Page 28: Sequence Constants

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation 3.6.2 Sequence Constants: Press “Main”>“Head-1”>”Prgrms Sequnc”> “Sequenc”>“Sequnc Const” to access the “Sequence Constants - 1243” screen: Screen Explanation: • Sequence Setup (N.Active, Active, Paused) Sequence Initiation: • Similar to “Irrigation Program”. • Priority: Similar to “Irrigation Program”.
  • Page 29: Fertiliation

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation 3.7 Fertilization: The operation of fertilization in the Gal-Star controller uses up to 3 Fertilizer Pumps per irrigation head. The pumps are operated via the “Fertilizer Programs” that are then assigned to the “Irrigation Program”.
  • Page 30 GalStar Instruction 1.0 3. Basic Operation • Fert Unit: the unit according to which the fertilizer quantity is defined. The options are: o Min:Sec: Fertilization according to time. o Litre (Gallon): Fertilization according to volume. o Ltr/Ha (Gallon/Acre): Fertilization according to volume. The total amount will be the result of the multiplication of the parameter “Quantity”...
  • Page 31 GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation This chapter explains all of the functions and screens of the controller. The chapter is set out according to the order of the screens and not necessarily by their importance or frequency of use.
  • Page 32: Advanced Operation

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Irrigation Program (12): Press “Prgrms Sequenc” to enter the “Irrigation Program Information” screen. For further details see “Basic Operation”. Program Information (121): Press “Prgrms Info” to enter the “Program Information” screen. Shows the status of the program while irrigating.
  • Page 33: Irrigation Program Programming

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation • Next Cond. Cycle Min: The time remaining to the next possible operation. When working with conditions and program time together the condition will be active only within the time range. At the beginning of operation this parameter is the same as “Cyclic Interval” from the “Irrigation Program”.
  • Page 34 GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Screen Explanation: • Water Change: In some cases the need arises to temporarily change the amount of water by percentage. There are 2 options: Water Change %: Permanent multiplication. Today Wtr. Chng.%: The multiplication is valid for today only and is cancelled at midnight.
  • Page 35: Sequence Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Under/Over Fl. Delay Reaction (Idle, Alarm, Fault): The three options allow: no reaction, issue an alarm but continue normal operation or issue an alarm and stop irrigation. • Program Conditions: Shows the number of logic condition applied to the program.
  • Page 36: Program Faults

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Program Faults (126): Press “Prgrms Faults” in the “Irrigation Program – 12” screen to enter the “Program Faults - 126” screen: Screen Explanation: (Element Screen) the parameters only appear when relevant and the screen shows the program status and a list of the program’s faults.
  • Page 37: Valve Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Valves Status (13): Press “Valves” in the “Head Status – 11” screen to access the “Valves Status” screen. Screen Explanation: • Valve Status: The options are: N.Active, Ready, Irrigat, Cond.Op – operation condition (including “start” and “operate” conditions), Cond.Cl – close condition (including “pause” and “stop”...
  • Page 38: Valves Constants

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Valves Constants (133): Press “Valves Constants” in the “Valves Status -13” screen to access the “Valves Constants” screen. Screen Explanation: • Valves Setup (N.Active, Active, Pause) *: The same as in other elements (“Irrigation Programs”,”Sequence”).
  • Page 39: Valves Group

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Valve Groups (134): The number of valves that can be assigned to an “Irrigation Program” is limited to five. Sometimes it is required to operate more than five valves in one “Irrigation Program”. This can be achieved by using a “Valve Group.
  • Page 40: Valve Accumulation

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Group Setup (1343): Press “Groups Setup” in the “Valve Group Status – 134” screen to access the “Group Setup - 1343” screen. Screen Explanation: Valve A-J in Group: • Assign the number of the valve to the group. When running the “Irrigation Program”...
  • Page 41: Valves Faults

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Screen Explanation: Only the relevant data appears. • Water M3 (THG): The water accumulation in cubic meters (THG) since the date shown below. Fert A-C Litre (gallon): • The fertilizer accumulation of fertilizer pump No.1 of the head since the date shown below.
  • Page 42: Fertilizing Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Fertilizing Status (14): Press “Fert” in the “Head 1 Status -1” screen to access the “Fertilizing Status - 14” screen. Screen Explanation: In this screen there is a list of parameters showing the fertilization status.
  • Page 43: Fertilizing Programs

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Fertilizing Programs (141): The “Fertilizer Program” includes the amount for every fertilizer pump in units set for the whole center. Press “Fert Prgrms” in the “Fertilizing Status – 14” screen to access the “Fert. Programs – 141” screen.
  • Page 44: Fertilizer Pump Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Fertilizer Pump Status (142): Press “Fert. Pumps” in the “Fertilizing Status – 14” screen to access the “Fert. Pump Status – 142” screen. Screen Explanation: This screen opens on “Fertilizer Pump” No.1, press Next” to move to other pumps.
  • Page 45: Fertilizer Pump Setup

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Fertilizer Pump Setup (1423): Press “F. Pump Const.” in the “Ferilizer Pump Status – 142” screen to access the “Fert. Pump Status - 1423” screen. Screen Explanation: Fert. Pump Type *: • The options are: N.Active:...
  • Page 46: Fertilizer Center Constant

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation • Contin. Operation: In “Continuous operation”, the duration of operation of the fertilizer pump between two pulses of water is continuous i.e. the fertilizer pump only works once between two pulses of water. In “Non-Continuous” the duration of operation of the fertilizer pump is divided into a few pulses according to the pulse duration set in the fertilizer pump.
  • Page 47: Ec/Ph Constants

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation • Water Meter No.: The number of water meter according to which the proportional fertilization is calculated. • Fert. Fail.React *: The options are: Continue, Stop. • EC/pH Constants: EC Sensor No.: The number of the sensor measuring the EC.
  • Page 48: Head Alarms

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Alarm Delay – Sec: • The delay in seconds before the alarm is issued. Head Alarms (15): Press “Head Alarms” in the “Head 1 Status – 1” screen to access the “Head Alarms -15”. This shows a list of 24 possible alarms that appear when relevant.
  • Page 49 GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation • Operation Setup *: The options are: N.Active: Automat: The normal selection. Clos+Al: The main valve is closed manually. Irrigation cannot be carried out. An alarm is issued. Open+Al : The main valve is opened manually. An alarm is issued.
  • Page 50: Valve/Line Order

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Today Water Mul. % (0-200): • Water multiplication for all the programs in the “Head” for today only. 200% means the amount is doubled. Please note that zero and 100 do not alter the amount.
  • Page 51: Pause Elements

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation • Open/Close Main Valve (2 parameters) *: The options are: Simult.: (simultaneously) – the main valve and the irrigation valve open at the same time. Line1st: (line 1 ) – the main valve opens/closes before the irrigation valves.
  • Page 52: Manual Opening Time

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Manual Opening Time (164): It is possible to open the main valve for a range of dates and a range of hours for each day. Press “Manual Time” in the “Head Constants – 16” screen to access the “Manual Opening time”...
  • Page 53 GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation No Unit: Number of filter is out of range. UnitTim: Flush duration is out of range. No Cond: No condition for flushing (no flushing program). P.D.Inp: Definition error of the pressure differential stat input.
  • Page 54: Filter Flush Program

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Filter Flush Program (1812): Press “Flush Prog” in the “Flush Satus – 181” screen to access: Screen Explanation: Time Interval H:M: • It is possible to enter the interval by either time or volume.
  • Page 55 GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Water Meter No.: • It is essential to enter the number when working according to volume between flushes. • P.D Sw. Input No.: The number of the “Condition Input” which is connected to the “Pressure Differential Switch”.
  • Page 56: Water Counter Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Information About The Water Meter Functioning: • The parameters Uncontrolled. Water, No Water Pulse, Pulse Fault Delay are shown. (See explanation in the “Constant” section). Irrig Program A-E: • These parameters show the number of the program using the water meter.
  • Page 57: System Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation System Status (3): This section shows information about all of the system. In many cases the screens are identical to previously described screens. Only the additional screens are explained here. Press “Main”>”System Status” to access: Screen Explanation: This screen shows the status of “Head 1”...
  • Page 58: Sequences Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Sequences Status (313): Press “Sequnc” in the “Head 1 Status – 31” screen to access: Screen Explanation: This screen shows the status of all ten sequences of the “Head”. Valves Status: Press “Valves” in the “Head 1 Status – 31” screen to access: Screen Explanation (314): This screen shows the status of all 32 valves of the “Head”.
  • Page 59: Fertilizers Status

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Fertilizers Status (315): Press “Fert. Pumps” in the “Head 1 Status – 31” screen to access: Screen Explanation: This screen shows the status of all the three fertilizer pumps of the “Head”. In addition this screen shows the status of up to 32 irrigation sequence programs status.
  • Page 60: General Elements

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation General Element (4): These elements belong to the system and not to the irrigation heads and are used as aiding accessories for the irrigation programs. Press “Main”>“Gnrl.Elmnts to access: This screen does not show any data and provides access to other screens.
  • Page 61: Auxiliary Program

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation • Condition Statuses (5 parameters): Input Operation Cond; Input Pause Cond; Logic Operation Cond; Logic Pause Cond. and Logic Fault Cond. statuses are shown. The options are: Void, Defined, On. • Conditioning Sensor (3 parameters): Sensor Value – a numeric parameter, Low Sensor Level, High Sensor Level statuses are shown.
  • Page 62: Auxiliary Queue

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Condition by Sensor: There are 4 parameters: Sensor No., Start Below, Start Above and Differential to Stop – the value in the opposite direction to the Start Condition, to stop the operation. For example: if the value Start Above is 30 and the Differential to Stop is 3 then the aux output will start operating when the sensor reading is above 30 and will stop when the reading drops below 27.
  • Page 63: Logic Condition Programming

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation • Elmnt. Value: Shows the value of the element when conditioning according to a value element (a sensor, water meter etc.). • Log.Cond.Delay-Sec: When the condition is not working it shows the delay time as programmed.
  • Page 64 GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation o Above: (For value elements) the condition for operation when the value of the element is above the “Operation Value” (the next parameter). Off>On/On>Off (2 parameters): A momentary trigger for the condition. When the status of the element is switched from “Off to On”...
  • Page 65: Diaries And Alarms

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Diaries and Alarms (5): This chapter contains several lists of events and alarms in chronological order. Press “Main”>”Diaries & Alarms” to access: In this screen a list of general alarms appears when relevant. Alarms Status (51): Press “Main”>”Diaries &...
  • Page 66: Event Logs Viewer

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Event Logs Viewer (52): In order to see the “Event Log” press “Main”>”Diaries & Alarms”>”Events Logs.” to access: press to confirm Screen Explanation: This screen is a dialogue box for defining the layout of the “Event Log” book.
  • Page 67: Logs Massage Setup

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Logs Message Setup (57): Press “Main”>”Diaries & Alarms”>”Log Setup” to access: In this screen you can define whether to log the message or not (Yes/No). Double outputs Info (58): In the case of assigning the same outputs to two different elements an alarm is issued.
  • Page 68: Manual Programs

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Manual Programs (711): Press “Manual Prgrms” in the “Manual Head 1 – 71” screen to access: Screen Explanation: For each program (1-64) select one of the options: Automate – the normal status, Start, Finish, Pause, CnclTdy (cancel today), Cancel.
  • Page 69: Manual Auxiliary Outputs

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 4. Advanced Operation Manual Auxiliary Outputs (73): Program the number of seconds for manual operation for each of the auxiliary outputs. Pause (8): Press “Main”>”Pause” to access: Screen Explanation: Toggle Pause * (Yes/No): • Permanent pause of the system (can only be cancelled manually).
  • Page 70: Hardware Setup Instructions

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions This chapter deals with the construction of the Gal-Star controller from the hardware point of view. It shows the different parts of the controller, their specifications and how they are assembled. General Specifications: •...
  • Page 71: Gal-Star's Casing

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions 1. Gal-Star’s Casing: There are two sizes of casing models – standard and large. They are modular and can be connected to each other. In addition the console (keyboard and display) can be installed in several positions in the casing.
  • Page 72 GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions a. Gal-Star Standard (Small Casing): AC-AMGS6S01; DC-AMGS7S01 The Gal-Star standard casing is compact and limited to 5 I/O cards fitted in appropriate slots. AC Model Upper Bar - Protections Lower Bar – Direct I/O...
  • Page 73 GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions b. Gal-Star Ex (L Casing): AC – AMGS6L01; DC - AMGS7L01 The large casing is designed to contain a maximum of 7 I/O cards (limited by the software). The right hand side of the box contains slots for future use.
  • Page 74: Display And Keyboard

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions Display and Keyboard: The Gal-Star is equipped with a wide display screen. The keyboard includes 10 digits, decimal point and navigation keys. There are 8 function keys whose role changes according to the current screen. It is connected to the CPU via 2 cables – one for the display and one for the keyboard.
  • Page 75: Cpu Board

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions CPU Board (Central Processing Unit): The CPU board is the “brain” of the system. It is composed of a central processing unit and various memories. It performs all controller’s tasks via communication with the Input / Outputs cards and via communication with a PC computer.
  • Page 76: Ac Power Supply

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions AC Models: The AC models are operated by the network power and require an AC bus (catalog no.: Big AC – AMC1A10; Small AC – AMC1A11). c. AC Power Supply: The unit stabilizes the network voltage and supplies various voltages to the different components.
  • Page 77 GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions o Voltage for “outputs”: 115V or 230V • Output voltages: o Output connection voltage: 24VAC o Input connection voltage: 12VDC o Analog connection input voltage: 24VDC • Maximum current: o Output connections: 3A o Input connections: 2.5A...
  • Page 78: Ac Outputs Card

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions d. AC I/O Cards: There are three types of I/O cards: 8 x 24 VAC output card, 8 discrete input card and 8 analog input card. The cards fit in any one of the controller slots and are automatically recognized (plug and play).
  • Page 79 GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions Specification: (Catalog No.: Card - AMC1021; Protection - AMC1012) • Number of outputs: 8 • Output Type: Relays • Output Voltage: 24VAC • Maximum Current: 1.5A (per single output) • Connections: 1 wire to the appropriate output, 1 wire to the common on the...
  • Page 80: Discrete Inputs Card

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions 8 Discrete Input Card and Protection: Bus Connector Discrete Input Card Input Protection Card Not in use Ground Common - 12VDC Input connector from the field 8...
  • Page 81: Ac Analog Inputs Card

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions Specification: (Catalog No.: Card - AMC1030; Protection - AMC1014) • Voltage: 12VDC • Current: 5-8mA • Sampling rate: • Slow 1 Sec • Normal - 100ms • Fast - 50ms * Minimum on/off time: 100ms * Total read minimum cycle: 200ms •...
  • Page 82 GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions 8 Analog Card and Protection: Analog Input Card 4-20mA/0-2 Volt Jumpers Comm. indication LEDs Analog Protection Card Commons – (-24VDCׁ ׁ ׂ ׁ Ground Active sensors) +24VDC connector 8Analog Input Connector Passive sensors Specification: (Catalog No.: Card - AMC1031;...
  • Page 83: Dc Power Supply

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions • Resolution: 12 bit • Sample rate: o S low - 1 Sec o Normal - 100ms o Fast - 50ms • Conversion time: 30 ms • Full scale error: 2.5% • Linearity error: 0.3% DC Models: The DC models are battery operated.
  • Page 84: Dc Outputs Card

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions (Power supply Catalog No.: Big DC – AMC1D10; Small DC – AMC1D11) Battery Specification: . • Voltage: 12 VDC • Type: rechargeable battery • Capacity: 9 Ampere Hours • Power Consumption of Controller:...
  • Page 85 GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions Specification: (Catalog No. AMC1020) • Type: Latching - Power MOSFET Transistor • Number of wires: 2 or 3 wire solenoids • Output Voltage: 17-19 VDC • Pulse Duration: 20 ms • Capacity of the Capacitor: 3300 uF •...
  • Page 86: Dc Analog Inputs Card

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions DC Analog Card: (Catalog No.AMC1036) The DC analog input card is similar to the AC analog card with different internal connections. Analog Input Card 4-20mA/0-2 Volt Jumpers Comm. indication LEDs Analog Protection Card Commons –...
  • Page 87: Gal-Star Mini

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions Gal-Star Mini: (16 Outputs 8 Inputs.) These models are non-expandable. All of the parts (boxes, power supply, CPU etc.) other than the I/O cards are identical to the other standard models. The I/O card of the mini models is a single card that includes 3 normal I/O cards: 2 outputs card and 1 input card.
  • Page 88: Mini Gal-Star Ac Card

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions Mini AC Model: (Catalog No. AMGS6S02) Power Supply Connector 24 VAC for outputs Communication LEDs Output – 1st Channel Communication LEDs Output 2nd Channel Power Supply Connector 12 VDC for inputs CPU Connector...
  • Page 89: Mini Gal-Star Dc Card

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 5. Gal-Star Hardware Setup Instructions Mini DC Model: Catalog No. AMGS7S02 Bus Power Connector Communication LEDs Communication LEDs Output – 1st Channel Output 2nd Channel CPU Connector Communication LEDs Input – 3rd Power Supply Channel Capacitors 8 x Discrete Input Connector 16 x DC Output Com.
  • Page 90: Software Setup Instructions

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions This section explains the basic definitions of the controller and is designed to be used mainly by the installer. Technical Menus (6): Press “Main”>”Tech.Setup” and enter the password 2468 to access: Screen Explanation: This screen shows the status of “Head 1”...
  • Page 91: Time Setup

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Screen Explanation: • System Setup: The options are: o Active: The normal status. o Paused: The system is stopped, when released it continues from the same position. o N.Active: The system is stopped. All operational parameters (accumulations, next start time etc.) are reset.
  • Page 92 GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Water Quant. Limit (613): The following parameters are designed to prevent programming errors of irrigation quantities and can prevent large losses of water due to bursts. Press “Irrig Limit” to access: Screen Explanation: •...
  • Page 93: Total Initiation

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Screen Explanation: The first 7 parameters show information about the battery whilst the last 4 parameters are programmable: • Info Initiate Time: Enter the time to reset the above parameters. Zero and 24 mean midnight.
  • Page 94 GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Head 1 Connections: Press “Head 1” Output Connections: General Outputs (6211): Fert.Pumps (6212): Filter Units (6213): Valve Output Connection (6214): Press “Valves” in the “Head 1 Connections - 621” screen to access: For each valve define “the Number Of The Slot”...
  • Page 95: Connection Wizard

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Screen Explanation: For each counter the “Slot”/”Port” must be defined along with the size of the pulse in cubic meters. Fertilizer Counters (6216): Press “Fert.Cnts.” to program the fertilizer counters in a similar fashion to the water counters.
  • Page 96: Test Hardware

    Test Hardware: This section is designed for high level technicians and you should consult the GalCon support team before use. One useful function is the “Output Test” in this screen you can choose the slot number and output number and open and close them manually. Please note that if the slot number is not an output it will not function.
  • Page 97 GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Screen Explanation: This screen shows the values of defined “Control Sensors”. This screen is mainly for navigation. Direct Sensor (62512): Press “Direct Sensor” in the “Sensors – 42” screen to access the “Direct Sensor Information –...
  • Page 98 GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Control Sensor Information (4211): Press “Sens. Info” in the “Control Sensor Values – 421” to access: Screen Explanation: (Element Screen) • For every defined sensor it shows the minimum, maximum and average values of “today”...
  • Page 99 GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions • Sensor Type *: The options are: N.Activ, Direct, Group, Commun., NLinear, EC-485, pH-485. • Sensor No.: Enter the number of the sensor of the selected sensor type. • Low Alarm Setup •...
  • Page 100 GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Communication Sensor (424): This screen shows the values of the sensors transferred by communication from other controllers. Press “Comm. Sensor” in the “Sensors Screen – 42” to access the “Comm. Sensor Info – 424” screen.
  • Page 101 GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions N.L.S Setup (6251): Press “Non- Linear” in the “sensors Screens – 42” and then “N.L.S Setup” to access: Screen Explanation: For each sensor two parameters should be defined: Sensor Number – the direct sensor according to which the reading is carried out, Table No. – a table of the points and the new values (see below).
  • Page 102: Metrological Info

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 6. Gal-Star Software Setup Instructions Screen Explanation: (Element Screen) up to 10 tables can be defined. For each point of the sensor’s graph define: • Input Value: The value of the sensor reading before the manipulation. For example: if the...
  • Page 103 Humidity, Radiation, Wind Speed and Direction sensors. Enter the Slot/Port numbers for the Rain Meter and then enter the size of the pulse (for the rain meter) in millimeters (for the standard GalCon rain meter enter 0.2). • Restart Data * (Idle, Daily, Seasonal): Restart the data according to the selection.
  • Page 104: Gal-Star Pc Operation

    Star controller is carried out using the same platform (center program) as the Galileo. For Center software installation please refer to the “Galcon PC Software” manual. Communication with the Gal-Star requires the Center version 08HL or higher. In addition the Gal-Star application software version 1.11 or higher must be installed.
  • Page 105 GalStar Instruction 1.0 7. Gal-Star PC Operation Set the “Fert Unit”, “Fert Required” for each pump and the “Required EC/pH level” for each fertilizer program (each column). Programming the Irrigation Program: Click on the “Programs” button in the main menu to access:...
  • Page 106: Programming The Irrigation Program

    GalStar Instruction 1.0 7. Gal-Star PC Operation The previous screen shows information about the irrigation program from which you can access the programming screen. You can now click on the “programming” button to receive a multi program screen or on the number of the program to access a single element presentation screen.
  • Page 107 GalStar Instruction 1.0...

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