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- 1 Connecting the Receiver to a Rain Master Controller
- 2 Using the Receiver with a Rain Master Controller
- 3 Model Pro Max-Ua Remote Control System (Universal)
- 4 Using the Pro Max-Ua Universal Adapter with a Non Rain Master Controller
- 5 Permanent Wire Connections
- 6 Remote Operation
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Page 1: User Manual
FM Remote Control System User Manual Models: PROMAX PROMAX-UA Document No. 500055 Rev. E... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction......................1 Pro Max Features........................ 2 Ranges and Method of Transmission ................. 3 Licensing Information ......................4 2.0 Model Pro Max Remote Control System (Rain Master Only) ......6 Using the Receiver with a Rain Master Controller ............7 2.1.1 Connecting the Receiver to a Rain Master Controller .......... - Page 3 Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 5.0 Checking Out Electrical Problems..............30 Field Wiring Shorts, the Receiver, and Rain Master Controllers........30 Field Wiring Shorts, the Receiver, and Non Rain Master Controllers......30 A Note about Solenoids....................30 6.0 Troubleshooting ....................31 7.0 Pro Max Specifications..................33 Pro Max Transmitter ......................
- Page 4 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Table of Figures Figure 1: Pro Max FM Remote Control System................1 Figure 2: Complete Pro Max System....................6 Figure 3: Pro Max Receiver to Rain Master Controller..............8 Figure 4: Permanent Mount Pro Max Receiver ................9 Figure 5: Pro Max Transmitter (PM-XMTR) ................
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Page 6: Introduction
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Pro Max Congratulations… you have chosen one of the ultimate weapons to use in keeping maintenance costs down and satisfaction high – the Rain Master Pro Max Remote Control System. Rain Master engineer’s take great pride in all their work, but they are especially proud of Pro Max. You’ll find it packed with features you’ve been looking for and it’s extremely easy for everyone to use. -
Page 7: Pro Max Features
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems location. It makes light work of system checkouts and service work, providing field personnel with complete control over the irrigation controller. Controllers may be operated remotely from watering zone sites allowing immediate evaluation of the irrigation configuration and performance. -
Page 8: Ranges And Method Of Transmission
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Intelligence • Detects and provides an audible alert against field wiring short circuits (Model Pro Max- UA). • No more tripped circuit breakers or blown fuses during installation checkout. • Receiver has built-in safety default to automatically turn station OFF after 60 minutes. •... -
Page 9: Licensing Information
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems which are indoors, especially basements, or structures, which are concrete and steel. It may be possible to remotely locate an external antenna whenever poor Pro Max receiver locations exist. Call Rain Master Technical support for assistance, telephone (805) 527-4498. Moving the Pro Max transmitter to a more favorable location or usage of optional high gain antennas on both the Pro Max transmitter and Pro Max receiver may improve operations. - Page 10 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Mexico Sectretaria De Comunicaciones Y Transportes Direccion General de Politicas Y Normas de Comunicaciones Av. Eugenia No. 197-5o. Piso Mexico, D.F. 06700 Page 5...
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Page 11: Model Pro Max Remote Control System (Rain Master Only)
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 2.0 Model Pro Max Remote Control System (Rain Master Only) The Pro Max receiver is designed to connect directly to any Rain Master controller by plugging the 9-pin connector from the Pro Max receiver into the front panel remote control jack found ON Rain Master controllers. -
Page 12: Using The Receiver With A Rain Master Controller
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Using the Receiver with a Rain Master Controller One of the unique and patented features of Rain Master Controllers is the built-in capability for remote control. Making the connections between the hand held remote transmitter and the Pro Max receiver, which is attached to the controller, takes just a few seconds. -
Page 13: Disconnecting The Receiver From A Rain Master Controller
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Upon Receiver Connection Beep Response Description 1 Beep (1/2 sec) Ready Multi-Pro Max receiver mode: • Requires corresponding access code to 2 Beeps enable Pro Max receiver operation. Failed internal diagnostic tests. Contact Rain 3 Beeps Master. -
Page 14: Figure 4: Permanent Mount Pro Max Receiver
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual 1. Part No. JACK-IRC • Factory installed permanent interface. • Factory programmed Pro Max receiver with a programmed access code (1-999). Access codes are required whenever one Pro Max transmitter controls multiple Pro Max Pro Max receivers. -
Page 15: Figure 5: Pro Max Transmitter (Pm-Xmtr)
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Figure 5: Pro Max Transmitter (PM-XMTR) Page 10... -
Page 16: Keystroke Operation
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Keystroke Operation The Pro Max keyboard layout is shown in Figure 5. Basic Operation Function Keystrokes Increment to next Station Decrement to next Station Turn On Station 12 Turn Off Station 12 Turn On Master Valve/Pump PUMP Turn Off Master Valve/Pump... - Page 17 Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Multiple Stations On (Add Stations) Function Keystrokes Turn On Multiple Stations 1, 2, 6, STATIONS STATIONS STATIONS Turn Station 6 OFF (Station 1, 2 remain) Turn All Stations OFF Turn All Stations OFF and Increment the stations selected From Last Station...
- Page 18 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Using Multiple Receivers (Access Code) Function Keystrokes Enable Pro Max Receiver #15. ACCESS Controller now accepts all CODE remote keys. ACCESS Disable Pro Max Receiver #15 CODE ACCESS Disable All Pro Max Receivers CODE ** This function only works with the following Rain Master controllers: RME Sentar, Hawk, Eagle, Evolution DX2 controllers.
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Page 19: Evolution Dx2 Keystroke Operations
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 2.3.1 Evolution DX2 Keystroke Operations The following operations are only available when using the Pro Max Remote Control System with the Rain Master Evolution DX2 Controller: Evolution DX2 Master Valve Function Keystrokes Turn On Master Valve One PUMP Turn ON Master Valve Two... -
Page 20: Model Pro Max-Ua Remote Control System (Universal)
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual 3.0 Model Pro Max-UA Remote Control System (Universal) The Pro Max-UA Universal Adapter Model offers the capability to connect to virtually any controller, regardless of manufacturer. This system consists of: Figure 6: Complete Pro Max-UA System Pro Max-UA Parts List Part No. -
Page 21: Using The Pro Max-Ua Universal Adapter With A Non Rain Master Controller
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems The Universal Adapter is equipped with a 35-conductor connection cable RMIS Part Number 32PC, which must be physically wired to each station of the generic controller. Note: If you have purchased model Pro Max-UA and you need to connect to a Rain Master controller, the Universal Adapter box (PM-UDAPT) is not required. -
Page 22: Figure 7: Relay (Such As Rain Master Rly1)
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual NEVER connect the Universal Adapter to more than one controller at a time. Procedure (Refer to Figure 7) Step 1 Remove power from the controller. Step 2 Connect a single wire to each station (up to 32) of the RMIS Part Number 32PC wiring harness at the controller’s terminal strip. - Page 23 Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Step 3 Connect the wire for the PC Cable COMMON to the COMMON terminal of the controller. Step 4 Important! If 24 Volts AC is not available from the controller’s terminal strip, see Section 3.5 and skip to Step 6 below.
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Page 24: Temporary Connector Installation
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Temporary Connector Installation The RMIS Part Number 32TC Temporary Cable is wired in the exact same fashion as the Permanent Cable Connector described above except that it uses alligator clips for connection to the terminal strip within the controller so that it may be easily installed and removed. -
Page 25: Disconnecting The Pro Max-Ua From A Non-Rain Master Controller
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Disconnecting the Pro Max-UA from a Non-Rain Master Controller To disconnect the universal adaptor, use the following procedure: Step 1 Disconnect the large 37 pin connector plug from the universal adaptor by grasping the plug’s body, not by the cable, and pull straight out. -
Page 26: Keystroke Operation
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Keystroke Operation Refer to section 2.3. 32EX 32PC CMAD Figure 10: Pro Max-UA Permanent Connection Page 21... -
Page 27: Detailed Operation
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 4.0 Detailed Operation Remote Operation When the remote Pro Max receiver is connected to a Rain Master controller, all running programs are aborted, any stations and/or any master valves or pumps that are ON will be turned OFF. -
Page 28: Auto Up And Auto Down Keys
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Example: To go to Station 3, there is no need to turn 12 off. Press: The controller automatically turned Station 12 off prior to turning Station 3 on. Auto Up and Auto down Keys For convenience and the rapid checkout of a system, pressing Auto Up will turn off the current station and turn on the next sequential station number. -
Page 29: Controller Access Code
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Refer to section 2.3 for additional Master Valve and Pump operations, which are applicable to the Evolution DX2 controller. Controller Access Code The Access Code key is used to enable/disable the remote control Pro Max receiver. This allows the user to have numerous Pro Max receivers permanently attached to Rain Master Controllers or (any manufacturer’s controllers) at different geographic sites each with their own Controller Access Code. -
Page 30: Add Stations
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Add Stations The Add Stations feature allows additional stations to be added to the current operating station group. Simultaneous station operation is important for testing system hydraulics and operation of multi-station irrigation systems. Example: To add a station, Press: STATIONS... -
Page 31: Program Function
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Program Function The Program feature is designed to be used only with the following Rain Master products: • RME Sentar • RME Hawk • RME Eagle • Evolution DX2 Controllers The Program feature allows any program currently in the controller to be turned either on or off. This allows special programs to be executed for testing, evaluation, and supplemental irrigation cycles. -
Page 32: Minutes Function
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Minutes Function The Minutes feature allows a station to be operated for a specified amount of time up to 60 minutes maximum. A station must first be selected and turned on prior to using the Minutes key. Example: To turn on station 15 for 47 minutes, MINUTES Press:... -
Page 33: Universal Adapter Over-Current Detection Beeper
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems If the Pro Max receiver emits three beeps upon power up or at any other time, this indicates an invalid condition. Remove power and try again. If the invalid operational condition continues, contact your local Rain Master distributor. - Page 34 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Step 4 With the battery contacts properly mated; press the reset button located at the end of the circuit board, to reset the electronics. Step 5 Replace the bottom rubber end-cap plate and secure it with the two screws. This ends the battery replacement procedure.
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Page 35: Checking Out Electrical Problems
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 5.0 Checking Out Electrical Problems Field Wiring Shorts, the Receiver, and Rain Master Controllers If you suspect there is a short circuit in either the wiring or the solenoid of a station, then it is important to understand what will occur when you transmit a signal, to the controller, to turn on that station. -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual 6.0 Troubleshooting Pro Max System Troubleshooting Symptom Action No beep tone when Pro Replace Battery. Max transmitter key is pressed. No beep tone when Pro Remove end cap and press the Pro Max transmitter- Max transmitter is pressed reset button. - Page 37 Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max System Troubleshooting Symptom Action Max-UA) Check the valve solenoid and replace if necessary. Check the station wiring for short circuit to common, check for insulation nicks and exposed wiring in standing water. When field problem is fixed, turn station back ON.
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Page 38: Pro Max Specifications
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual 7.0 Pro Max Specifications Pro Max Transmitter Operating Frequency………….… 154.600 MHz Modulation type ………………… Frequency Modulation Frequency Stability……………..005% Power Output……………………. 1 Watt nominal Power Source…………………… One 6 volt type CR-P2 lithium battery 0 to 60 degrees Celsius (32 to 140 °... -
Page 39: Pro Max Series Parts List
Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 8.0 Pro Max Series Parts List Model Description Pro Max The complete remote set for Rain Master Controllers Pro Max-UA The complete remote set for Non-Rain Master Controllers, include universal adaptor. Accessories Description Permanent mount remote Pro Max receiver, includes PMRKIT... -
Page 40: Rain Master Limited Warranty
Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Limited Warranty Rain Master Irrigation Systems Inc. warrants to the first customer purchaser that this Rain Master brand product (the “product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship, and materials and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective product or part thereof at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the time period set forth below. - Page 41 Pro Max User’s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 4. Enclose a complete description of the type of problem that is occurring, and be sure to include your name, address and phone number where you can be reached. 5. Product can be: A.
- Page 42 Wiring List for PROMAX-UA Station Base Color Stripe Stripe Cable Color Color Black Large White Large Large Green Large Orange Large Blue Large White Black Large Black Large Green Black Large Orange Black Large Blue Black Large Black White Large...
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