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1. Description Permanent mount remote Pro Max receiver includes antenna PM PM ANT cables amp hardware Chassis mount access door gives access to the permanent connectors through the wall of other manufacturers controllers 30 permanent connector cable for 12 stations and Master Valve Pump on non Rain Master controllers 30 permanent connector cable for 24 stations and Master Valve Pump on non Rain Master controllers 30 permanent connector for cable 32 stations and Master Valve Pump on non Rain Master controllers 60 temporary connector with alligator clips for up to 32 stations and Master Valve Pump on non Rain Master controllers 48 extension cable to connect to Pro Max receiver and PC or TC cables Typical use with CMAD Description Pro Max remote Pro Max transmitter includes battery and antenna PM XMTR ANT Pro Max remote Pro Max receiver and antenna PM RCVR ANT Universal adapter 32 station and Master Valve Pump output control Pro Max permanent mount 16 chassis antenna Pro Max permanent mount Low Profile encapsulated chassis mounted antenna Replacement antenna for Pro Max receiver right angle Replacement antenna for Pro Max transmitter 36 remote cable with a DB9 9 pin connector Description Receiver connection cable for Rain Master controllers with rear permanent mount interface Pro Max Remote Case Factory installed rear permanent interface RME Hawk RME Sentar amp Evolution DX2 only In2. First it provides 24 Volts AC for the Pro Max receiver Never allow more than the normal 24 Volts AC up to 28 Volts AC maximum to enter the Pro Max receiver through the wires designated for 24 Volts AC If the controller runs ON a voltage other than 24 Volts AC use a step down transformer to convert the voltage to 24 Volts AC for input to the Pro Max receiver Transformers that convert higher voltages to 24 Volts AC are available from Rain Master Secondly the controller serves as a point of connection for the field wires and the Pro Max receiver s output Usually the point of connection is the terminal strip or a quick disconnect within the controller or pedestal Rain Master offers several types of connector cables for wiring to the controller The RMIS Part Number 32PC or RMIS Part Number 24PC Permanent Connector Cable which is intended to be permanently connected to the controller The other is the RMIS Part Number 32TC Temporary Connector using alligator clips 3 20 Installing the Pro Max UA System To install a Permanent Connector follow the instructions below Prior to installation please observe the following precautions CAREFUL CAUTION DANGER WARNING STOP PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND THE FOLLOWING WARNING MESSAGES BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT Always use with the approved Rain Master cable connector assemblies RMIS Part Number 24PC RMIS Part Number 32PC RMIS Part Number 32TC RMIS Part Number 3
3. For U S License Applications contact FCC Forms Distribution Center 1 800 418 3676 Request form 600 and all schedules and instructions For license questions call the FCC at 1 888 225 5322 The following are addresses of communications agencies in North America United States Canada Federal Communications Commission Department of Communications 1270 Fairfield Road 1241 Clyde Avenue Gettysburg PA 17325 7245 Ottawa Ontario 1 800 322 1117 K2C 143 Page 4 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 50 Piso Mexico D F 06700 Page 5 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 Figure 2 Complete Pro Max System Pro Max Parts List Part No Ref Description PM XMTR 1 Pro Max Remote radio transmitter PM RCVR 2 Pro Max Remote receiver PM SER99 3 36 remote cable 500055 4 Pro Max User s manual PM CASE 5 Pro Max carrying case PM ANT XMTR 6 Antenna BNC PM ANT RCVR 7 Antenna hinged BNC Page 6 Rain Master Irrigation Systems
4. Pro Max User s Manual 2 1 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 2 1 1 Connecting the Receiver to a Rain Master Controller Connecting the Pro Max receiver to the controller is a very simple operation The following procedure steps are all that is required Please refer to Figure 3 Pro Max Receiver to Rain Master Controller Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Make sure the controller is in the Automatic mode press the controllers QUIT key Make sure the controller s Rain Switch if so equipped is in the automatic watering position Place the Pro Max receiver on top of the controller with the antenna pointing straight up Do not allow the antenna to touch any metal objects or wire Connect the female end of the PM SER99 cable to the Pro Max receiver and secure with lock screws Hands tighten only Connect the other end of the cable to the remote control receptacle on the front panel of the controller it is keyed to fit only in one way The controller s display will either go blank or indicate that the remote is active The Pro Max receiver will beep to indicate that it is ready for use Note NEVER operate the Pro Max transmitter without the CORRECT
5. errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Page iii 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 Pro Max has been designed to give you years of dependable service To take full advantage of all the ways Pro Max can help you do your job more efficiently and economically please take a few minutes and read your User Manual It won t be long before your best friend in the field is Pro Max Figure 1 Pro Max FM Remote Control System 1 0 Introduction The Pro Max Remote Control System is designed to save valuable time and energy which would have been spent walking back and forth between the controller and the irrigation field zone Page 1 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 op
6. if a Pro Max receiver is left enabled and no remote activity has occurred The controller shall then resume its normal operation return to automatic mode Page 24 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 4 7 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 Station number 1 will operate in addition to any current station which may be in operation If no station is currently in operation then station 1 will be the only station on Example To turn the added stations off Additional stations may be added in the same manner Warning The use of the Add Stations feature is limited to the maximum amperage DER supplied by the controller Even though the Pro Max universal adapter is protected against over current it is possible that non Rain Master controllers may blow a fuse and or damage the controller if excessive current is drawn Caution should be exercised when using this feature Note The Add Stations only allows up to 5 stations and 1 master valve to be turned ON at the same time Attempting to turn on a sixth station will turn the previous 5 stations off The master valve will remain unaffected 4 7 1 Add Stations On Key Pressing the ON key during multiple station operation will turn
7. into the PC cable to the two wires designated for 24 Volts AC and COMMON There is no need to worry about the polarity of these two connections Additionally connect the PC cables COMMON wire to the controller s COMMON terminal Do not connect the PC cables 24 Volts AC wire to the controller Figure 8 Pro Max UA Installation to a Non Rain Master Controller Page 19 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 3 6 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 3 7 Non Rain Master Controllers Lacking 24 Volts AC 24 Volts AC is required to power the Universal Adapter If 24 Volts AC is not available from the controller use a step down transformer to convert from the line voltage usually 117 or 240 Volts AC to 24 Volts AC and run the 24 Volts AC wire into the PC cable to the two wires designated for 24 Volts AC and COMMON There is no need to worry about the polarity of these two connections Additionally connect the PC cables COMMON wire to the controller s COMMON terminal Do not connect the PC cables 24 Volts AC wire to the controller Non Rain Master Controller without 24 VAC COMMON COMMON on PC High Voltage Input 24 VAC Output of Transformer 24 VAC on PC Figure 9
8. or Evolution DX2 controllers the controller will automatically turn ON the appropriate Master Valve or Pump Program Operation Program Function Keystrokes Turn Program 5 On PROGRAM 5 Increment to Next Station in Program Turn Program 5 Off Page 12 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual Using Multiple Receivers Access Code Function Keystrokes Enable Pro Max Receiver 15 Controller now accepts all remote keys ACCESS CODE Disable Pro Max Receiver 15 ors CODE i ACCESS Disable All Pro Max Receivers CODE Q This function only works with the following Rain Master controllers RME Sentar Hawk Eagle Evolution DX2 controllers Only one program can be operated at a time Page 13 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 PUMP Function Keystrokes MV Turn On Master Valve One PUMP EB gt MV Turn ON Master Valve Two PUMP EB gt Turn On Normally Open Master Valve MV Closes the normally open PUMP valve Turn Off Normally Open Master Valve MV ES Valve returns to normally open PUMP state Turn On Pump gt Page 14 Rain Mast
9. prone environments FM transmission is employed for its inherent quality and immunity to atmospheric static and electrical interference which are commonly found in AM types of equipment such as citizen s band radio garage door openers etc Usage of FM transmissions also insures that the stronger signal prevails capture ratio meaning that all received signals which are weaker than the Pro Max transmission are completely overridden Note Antennas are not just a piece of wire they are cut for a precise frequency of operation in order to ensure optimal performance When using antennas with the Pro Max system only utilize Rain Master specified parts which are available through your authorized Rain Master distributor 1 3 Licensing Information Your Rain Master Pro Max radio operates on FM radio communication frequencies and is subject to the rules and regulations of the local communications governing agencies These agencies may require that all operators using private land mobile or general mobile radio frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment The operator receives a license for use of the radio equipment under a specific eligibility and ON a particular frequency or set of frequencies To determine eligibility for use of private land mobile service frequencies contact your local communications governing agency This agency can supply information required to properly obtain and complete the license application form
10. sites each with their own Controller Access Code One transmitter can be used to address them individually Access codes are factory defined numbers ranging from 1 999 These codes are factory programmable and should be requested at the time the unit is ordered You must know the Controller Access Code of the individual Pro Max receivers The access code number of any Pro Max receiver is listed within the Pro Max receiver serial number on the Pro Max receiver label Example S N RX031001 007 001 The access code appears as the third set of 3 digits last digits following the second dash in this case the access code is 001 Example To enable Pro Max receiver number 1 ACCESS Press CODE ER Receiver number 1 is now enabled and responds to all commands Example To disable Pro Max receiver number 1 ACCESS Press CODE Pro Max receiver number 1 is now disabled and will not respond to any commands The attached Rain Master controller returns to its automatic mode and operates as if the remote has been disconnected Note 1 It is possible to have more than one Pro Max receiver enabled simultaneously broadcast mode In this mode all enabled Pro Max receivers would respond to commands from the Pro Max transmitter Note 2 It is also possible to disable all enabled Pro Max receivers without using their Controller Access Code by pressing ACCESS CODE Note 3 the Pro Max receivers will automatically time out after 8 hours
11. 0 minutes When the selected station is on the only 3 keys that are recognized are 1 OFF Key The OFF key will turn the station the master valve or the pump off The controller will return to the Automatic Mode 2 AUTO UP The current station turns off and the next sequential station turns on The minute counter automatically re starts 3 AUTO DOWN The current station turns off and the previous sequential station turns on The minute counter automatically re starts When the station run time is complete either by the operator pressing the OFF key or the run time as elapsed the controller will return to the status of a newly connected remote e AUTO UP will turn on station 1 e AUTO DOWN will turn on the next sequential station e ADD STATIONS feature will do nothing as there is no current number defined 4 10 Beeper Operation Beep tones are used to indicate the operational status of the Pro Max transmitter or Pro Max receiver A valid beep occurs when a key is pressed and the Pro Max transmitter unit acknowledges the key entry by producing a single short tone burst An invalid response occurs when a invalid key is pressed resulting in a series of short tones going on and off continuously The Pro Max receiver will emit a valid beep whenever a valid command is received from the Pro Max transmitter An invalid beep will occur whenever an illegal command sequence is received 4 10 1 Power on Beeper Operation When a Pro Max rec
12. 2 Field Wiring Shorts the Receiver and Non Rain Master Controllers 30 5 3 A Note about SOC DOLUS ene aa 30 0 0Eroubleshootnp lalla iii diia 31 7 0 Pro Max Speciicatiolis ao caci n 33 TA Pro Max Transredes 33 12 ProMax ReoelVer aucibus das ci 33 des Pro Max Universal Adapters Sirinka iae es a E Ta a ei 33 TA Pr Max Camry Me Case h arsen o mass E E EA iaia 33 8 0 Pro Max Series Parts EdSt iieri nari 34 Rain Master Limited Warranty iii 35 Page ii Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual Table of Figures Figure 1 Pro Max FM Remote Control System aa cioe Probi pte ies 1 Figure 2 Complete Pro Max yt reti idoli sio 6 Figure 3 Pro Max Receiver to Rain Master Controller eene 8 Figure 4 Permanent Mount Pro Max Recelver sai abet esta lisi teras 9 Figure 5 Pro Max Transmitter PM XMTR occitano 10 Figure 6 Complete Pro Max U Ac System siria doni ossia reda dst s 15 Figure 7 Relay such as Rain Master RLY iii bade la eee ia 17 Figure 8 Pro Max UA Installation to a Non Rain Master Controller ss 19 Figure 9 Non Rain Master Controller 24 Volts AC sese 20 Figure 10 Pro Max UA Permanent Connection recall 21 Etgure 11 Battery Replacement uito iba 28 Notice Information furnished by Rain Master Irrigation Systems Inc is believed to be accurate and reliable However Rain Master shall not be liable for
13. 2EX Use of any other connector will void the warranty and may damage the Pro Max remote control system NEVER allow more than the normal 24 Volts AC to enter the Universal Adapter on any of its wires If there is any question about a connection voltage check the voltages with a voltmeter NEVER operate the Pro Max transmitter without the CORRECT antenna properly installed Page 16 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 Step 2 Remove power from the controller Connect a single wire to each station up to 32 of the RMIS Part Number 32PC wiring harness at the controller s terminal strip The field wiring should remain connected and in place Simply add the RMIS Part Number 32PC wiring to it Make sure to follow the station color code wiring list illustrated ON the back cover of this manual Note The chart defines the connections for the following cables RMIS Part Number 32PC supplied with Pro Max UA RMIS Part Number 24PC 12PC and RMIS Part Number 32TC Make sure that any unused station wires on the PC cables are insulated and will not short to any metal object If there is a Master Valve and or Pump in the system make sure you understand how they are controlled before hooking up the Master Valve and or Pump wire of the Permanent Connector If there is any doubt find out before connec
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15. FM Remote Control System User Manual A qu O i O Models PROMAX PROMAX UA aan MASTER Document No 500055 Rev E Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual Table of Contents L 0 Introducton naar 1 lil Prodfax Peatutes eu pectin cae iuo de lare deti lo A E 2 1 2 Ranges and Method of Transmission o Actes Seid setae quie al 3 1 3 Licensing Information santa ie goes beoe ti i plac n oed Bra osea IV te Foot P Dvd Gens 4 2 0 Model Pro Max Remote Control System Rain Master Only 6 2 Using the Receiver with a Rain Master Controller eene 7 2 1 1 Connecting the Receiver to a Rain Master Controller eee 7 2 1 2 Disconnecting the Receiver from a Rain Master Controller esses 8 2 2 Permanent Mount Pro Max Recerversc st uscirono 8 23 E O kene e E E A E ESE a aa 11 2 3 1 Evolution DX2 Keystroke Operations eri 14 3 0 Model Pro Max UA Remote Control System Universal 15 3 Using the Pro Max UA Universal Adapter with a Non Rain Master Controller 16 3 2 Installing the Pro Max UA System urinaria 16 3 3 Temporary Connector Toa LL 19 3 4 Disconnecting the Pro Max UA from a Non Rain Master Controller 19 3 5 Non Rain Master Controllers Lacking 24 Volts AC i 19 3 6 Disconnecting the Pro Max UA from a Non Rain Master Cont
16. Non Rain Master Controller 24 Volts AC 3 8 Permanent Wire Connections A permanent mount connector can be installed on any controller so that the Pro Max UA can be easily installed and disconnected without having to deal with wiring connections Three parts are required see Figure 9 RMIS Part Number 32PC or appropriate size cable 2 RMIS Part Number CMAD chassis mount adaptor 3 RMIS Part Number 32EX 48 extension cable Page 20 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 3 9 Keystroke Operation Refer to section 2 3 Figure 10 Pro Max UA Permanent Connection Page 21 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 4 0 Detailed Operation 4 1 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 During the time the remote is connected the controller will display the Remote message Some controllers will blank the display or display additional information When the remote is disconnected all stations and any Master Valve or Pumps which are ON will be turned OFF The only exception are programs their operation remains unaffected upon disconnection of the Pro Max receiver See section 4 8 The Pro Max Series remote commands are an extended set of the older Rain Master RTS RR RRAD remote control The user interface for Pro Max remai
17. antenna properly installed Page 7 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 2 Beeps e Requires corresponding access code to enable Pro Max receiver operation Failed internal diagnostic tests Contact Rain PECES Master Figure 3 Pro Max Receiver to Rain Master Controller 2 1 2 Disconnecting the Receiver from a Rain Master Controller To disconnect the Pro Max Pro Max receiver follow the procedure below Step 1 Disconnect the Pro Max receiver s plug from the controller s front panel by grasping the plug housing not the cable and pulling straight out The controller display should now return to the automatic screen display 22 Permanent Mount Pro Max Receiver Pro Max Receivers may be permanently installed into any Rain Master controller Two items are required for permanent controller installation Page 8 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 1 Part No JACK IRC e Factory installed permanent interface e 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 2 Part No PMRKIT e Permanently mounted Pro Max receiver e Antenna Pro Max ANT e All interconnecting cables and hardware Note Operation of a permanent mount Pro Ma
18. ations Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user s expense The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without approval of the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Page 36 Wiring List for PROMAX UA Station Base Color 1 Stripe 2 Stripe Cable Color Color 1 Black Large 2 White Large 3 Red Large 4 Green Large 5 Orange Large 6 Blue Large 7 White Black Large 8 Red Black Large 9 Green Black Large 10 Orange Black Large 11 Blue Black Large 12 Black White Large 13 Blue Red Large 14 Red Green Large 15 Orange Green Large 16 Black White Red Large 17 White Black Red Large 18 Red Black White Large 19 Green Black White Large 20 Orange Black White Large 21 Blue Black White Large 22 Black Red Green Large 23 White Red Green Large 24 Red Black Green Large 25 Black Small 26 White Small 27 Red Small 28 Green Small 29 Brown Small 30 Blue Small 31 Orange Small 32 Yellow Small MV P Green White Large COMMON Orange Red Standard Large COMMON Red White Large 24 VAC Blue White Large Some cables may use this color scheme for common Fam IVlAS TER mor Svsrams 3910 B Royal Avenue Simi Valley California 93063 Telephone 80
19. bout Solenoids A solenoid should never be turned ON without a plunger in place If this is done the solenoid may draw from 2 to 5 times its normal electrical current This will cause a rapid and dangerous heating cycle and may destroy the solenoid very quickly Depending upon the solenoid this electrical current may be enough to activate the attached controller s circuit breaker pop the fuse or damage the controller Page 30 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 Ref Figure 10 Page 33 after changing the battery Rapid beeps when Pro Replace battery Rapid beeps indicate low battery Max transmitter key is condition pressed Key presses beep at the e Check installation and antenna connections Pro Max transmitter but NO e Remove PM SER99 cable from the controller valves turn ON at Rain and then reinsert Master controller i e Upon re insertion of the cable listen for a Pro Max receiver tone s One tone OK approximately 1 2 second Two tones OK see Section 4 6 Access Codes Any other tones contact factory e Press the AUTO UP key and listen for a confirmation beep at the Pro Max receiver If no beep heard co
20. ce the battery refer to Figure 11 and do the following steps Step 1 Remove the two screws from the Pro Max transmitter bottom end cap Pull the end cap off to expose the battery Step 2 Remove the battery from the battery compartment Step3 The battery holder is designed with an extruded tab s in the center to prevent the battery from being installed backwards Position the new battery as shown and insert with the battery terminals facing into the Pro Max transmitter Note Be sure to push battery all the way in Page 28 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 The Pro Max transmitter has been designed to minimize power consumption to prolong battery life Power is only consumed for a very short duration whenever a key is depressed Due to the various use of the Pro Max transmitter it is impossible to predict exactly how long the battery will last In general you may expect a battery life of 6 to 12 months Page 29 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 5 0 Checking Out Electrical Problems 5 1 Field Wiring Shorts the Receiver and Rain Master Controllers If you suspect there is a short circuit in either the wiring or the sole
21. cludes access code e Add T to these parts for telescope high gain version Page 34 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 This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the product nor to any product has the exterior of which been altered or modified in design or construction See additional exclusion below This limited warranty described above is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by law This limited warranty does not apply to product failure caused by improper installation or grounding improper handling physical abuse neglect whether accidental or malicious acts of God such as lightning and or power surges floods earthquakes hurricane tornados vandalism etc All implied warranties including the warranty of merchantability and fit for use are limited to the period s from date of purchase set forth below Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties
22. eiver is first powered on a single beep is emitted for a duration of approximately 1 2 second The single beep indicates that the Pro Max receiver is operational If the Pro Max receiver emits two beeps on power up this indicates that the Pro Max receiver is programmed for access code operation Refer to section 4 6 for details on access code operation Page 27 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 4 10 2 Universal Adapter Over Current Detection Beeper If an over current condition in the Universal Adapter has been detected a beep sequence of once every six seconds will occur This sequence will repeat until the power is cycled or the Controller Access Code times out 4 11 Transmitter Battery Replacement When the battery is low the normal beep sound which is emitted when a key is pressed will instead be an intermittent fast beep The battery should be replaced immediately The Pro Max transmitter battery is a 6 volt dual lithium battery pack GE Sanyo CR P2 Duracell DL223A Energizer EL223AP or equivalent This battery is available at most retailers including Radio Shack Home Depot or from your local Rain Master distributor Figure 11 Battery Replacement To repla
23. em will perform Several factors may affect the distance and reliability of any radio transmission e Frequency used e Transmission Power e Terrain e Antenna placement e Building Structures e Weather conditions e On channel interference e Atmospheric disturbances e Antenna types e Mode of operation AM FM etc Your Pro Max system has been designed to operate at distances up to one mile Under ideal open field conditions it can readily operate up to 5 miles When attempting to use Pro Max over extended distances it is important to ensure that the receiving antenna is properly located If possible avoid Pro Max receiver antenna locations Page 3 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 The Pro Max system utilizes VHF FM communications and the Pro Max receiver Pro Max transmitter pair is factory encoded to insure that other services including other Rain Master remotes do not interfere or false trigger the Pro Max receiver Digital filtering further enhances operation in interference
24. er Connection Beep Response Description 1 Beep 1 2 sec Ready for use 2 Beeps Multi Pro Max receiver mode e Requires corresponding access code to enable Pro Max receiver operation 3 Beeps Failed internal diagnostic tests Contact Rain Master Page 18 No Beeps Check the 24 Volts AC and COMMON connections Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 3 3 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 Follow the connection instructions for the permanent connector be very careful that the alligator clips are secure and not shorting to any metal or each other 3 4 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 3 5 Non Rain Master Controllers Lacking 24 Volts AC 24 Volts AC is required to power the Universal Adapter If 24 Volts AC is not available from the controller use a step down transformer to convert from the line voltage usually 117 or 240 Volts AC to 24 Volts AC and run the 24 Volts AC wire
25. er 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 Ref Description PM XMTR 1 Pro Max Remote radio transmitter PM RCVR 2 Pro Max Remote receiver PM SER99 3 36 remote cable PM UADAPT 4 Universal adapter 32 PC 5 30 permanent connector 500055 6 Pro Max User Manual PM CASE 7 Pro Max carrying case PM ANT XMTR 8 Antenna BNC PM ANT RCVR 9 Antenna hinged BNC Page 15 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 Refer to section 2 0 for installation and operation In cases where the controller does not provide the required 24 Volts AC a step down transformer is employed to convert standard 117 Volts AC or 220 Volts AC to 24 Volts AC 3 1 Using the Pro Max UA Universal Adapter with a Non Rain Master Controller The controller serves only two purposes when using the Universal Adapter
26. er tone s No tone check the 24 Volts AC and common connections One tone OK approximately 1 2 second Two tones OK see Section 4 6 Access Code Any other tones contact factory e Press the AUTO UP key and listen for a confirmation beep at the Pro Max receiver If no beep contact factory e Verify water is ON at the selected stations If no water is available is a Master Valve Pump required Verify field station wiring is correct e Confirm that the remote continues to work at maximum distance If not contact factory Page 32 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 7 0 7 1 Pro Max Specifications Pro Max Transmitter Operating Frequency Modulation type Frequency Stability Power Output Power Source Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Humidity Range 7 2 Pro Max Receiver Operating Frequency SOHSIIVILY A a ipu Ea Eire POWer SOUFCe oe eco eon nno Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Humidity Range DIMENSIONS nina 7 3 Pro Max Universal Adapter Power SOU lia Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Humidity Range Output Capability DIMENSIONS i sleale Connectors no
27. erated remotely from watering zone sites allowing immediate evaluation of the irrigation configuration and performance Using the hand held battery operated Pro Max Transmitter from a remote zone location the operator may turn ON a single station or any number of stations with the push of a few simple keys An access code feature allows independent control of multiple Pro Max receivers permanently installed in up to 999 controllers In addition to the maintenance features the Pro Max system provides specialized irrigation functions which are described in Section 1 1 The Pro Max remote control system is composed of two model numbers Model No Description Pro Max Used with Rain Master only controllers See Section 2 0 Pro Max UA Used with any manufacturers 24 volt AC controller See Section 3 0 1 1 Pro Max Features Simplicity e The industries easiest remote to use e Fits in shirt or pants pocket or can be attached using the convenient belt clip e Large dedicated feature keys allow most functions to be performed with a single key operation e Auto up and auto down station operation Flexibility Page 2 Can be used with any manufacturers 24 volt AC controller Model Pro Max UA Independent control of the master valve and or pump Single or multi station capabilities for testing system hydraulics Timed station operation selectable from 1 to 60 minutes Control up to 999 individual Pro Max receivers from a single Pro Max trans
28. ess Auto Up until you find the problem then use the ON and OFF keys 4 4 On and Off Keys When the ON key is pressed the station previously entered will be turned on any other station that was on will be turned off The previous station may have been entered explicitly by the digit keys or implicitly by using the AUTO UP or AUTO DOWN keys When the remote is first connected and the ON key is pressed nothing happens because the previous station is undefined When OFF is pressed any station that was on will be turned off 4 5 Master Valve Pump Key The Master Valve Pump may be turned on or off at anytime Its on off state is unaffected as other valves are turned on or off Therefore checkout of an electrical problem on any valve may be accomplished without actually watering simply by turning the Master Valve Pump off This assumes the system has a Master Valve and or Pump Example To turn the Master Valve Pump on au Press PUMP To turn it off ia MV TOSS PUMP Page 23 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 4 6 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
29. ill turn the program off and the controller returns to the Automatic Mode of the operation Similarly when the program is completed the controller returns to the Automatic Mode of operation 4 8 2 Program Auto up Key Pressing the AUTO UP key while the program is running will advance the program to the next station If the last station in the program is running the program will terminate 4 8 3 Program Sensor Switches The position of the Rain Switch will not affect the running of the program The program will still run if the Rain Switch is in the NO WATERING position Programs configured under the control of sensors will continue to operate as configured When a sensor detects sufficient watering the program will shut off watering Page 26 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 4 9 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 EB E3 E3 EA The station will turn on immediately after pressing the ON key and all other stations will go off The time count will start when the Minutes key has been pressed Note If a station number is not entered the currently selected station will be turned on for the specified time of 47 minutes The maximum allowable remote control operations time is 6
30. mitter Ability to turn a program ON or OFF when used with RME Sentar RME Hawk RME Eagle or Evolution DX2 controllers Small and compact Pro Max receiver design facilities permanent internal controller mount Compatibility with Rain Master RTS RRAD remote Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual Intelligence e Detects and provides an audible alert against field wiring short circuits Model Pro Max UA e No more tripped circuit breakers or blown fuses during installation checkout e Receiver has built in safety default to automatically turn station OFF after 60 minutes e Audible Pro Max transmitter and Pro Max receiver tones verify proper Pro Max remote control operations at all times e High tech power saver circuitry means no more battery recharging required no down time e Transmitter has a single replacement lithium battery that can be purchased locally and field replaced The battery will last an entire season under normal conditions e Audible low battery alert e No fuses required Durability e Tough rugged all metal construction with shock absorbing rubber bumpers e Hard cover case for carefree transportation Reliability e Utilizes three mechanisms to insure reliable interference free communications Digital filters Factory set coding VHF FM communications 1 2 Ranges and Method of Transmission It is not possible to exactly predict the distance over which the Pro Max syst
31. noid 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 Example If there is a short circuit on station 3 and you send a command to turn on Station 3 the controller will attempt to turn it on If the controller has a built in over current detector standard on the Rain Master RME Sentar RME Hawk RME Eagle and Evolution DX2 controllers the station will not be allowed to turn on The user should isolate repair the short circuit and try again The Pro Max system will remain fully operational 5 2 Field Wiring Shorts the Receiver and Non Rain Master Controllers The built in over current sensing capability of the Pro Max Universal Adapter protects the unit and controller transformer against damage due to short circuits in solenoids or field wiring If you attempt to turn on a valve which has a wiring problem the Pro Max will sense the over current and turn that station OFF immediately The Pro Max receiver will beep every six seconds to indicate that you have attempted to operate a faulty station Other stations will operate normally Once the problem is fixed the station can be retried without having to walk back to the controller When you finish your testing and return to the controller the beeping indicates that you have a problem with one or more stations Power down and then up the Pro Max receiver this will eliminate the beeping 5 3 A Note a
32. ns identical when performing like functions The Pro Max remote control system however has several newer capabilities and features which will be delimited in subsequent sections In general turning a station ON or OFF is independent of the master valve operation That is turning a station ON will not affect the state of the master valve and vice versa The exception to this is timed station operation Turning a station ON for a certain period of time will automatically select the proper master valve and or pump as required in order to perform irrigation With the older Rain Master RTS series remote system only one station was allowed to be on at a time All remote key operations resulted in the previous station being turned off prior to the next station turning on This is also true with Pro Max with one exception The ADD STATIONS feature has been incorporated so that multiple stations may be turned on simultaneously Each time a key is depressed at the Pro Max transmitter a confirmation audio beep is generated Upon receipt of the command the Pro Max receiver also generates a confirmation beep Consequently basic Pro Max system performance can be verified by hitting a key at the Pro Max transmitter while listening for the corresponding beep at the Pro Max receiver 4 2 Stations On and Off When one of the Pro Max transmitter s keys is pressed a signal is transmitted and an audible tone is generated to acknowledge that the signal has been t
33. ntact factory The controller display should show remote station activity as AUTO UP is pressed If nothing displayed contact factory e Verify water is ON at selected stations If no water is available is a Master Valve Pump required Verify field station wiring is correct e Confirm that the remote continues to work at maximum distance If not contact factory Receiver beeps once every e The universal adapter has detected an six seconds continuously electrical short circuit when attempting to turn For non Rain Master ON a station controller Model Pro Page 31 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 Cycle Pro Max receiver power to reset the unit Note The Pro Max system will continue to operate normally for non shorted stations Keys beep at Pro Max e Check installation and antenna connections transmitter but no valves see Section 3 2 Figure 8 and Figure 9 turn on at a non Rain Master controller Model Pro Max UA e Remove the large 37 pin connector from the universal adapter assembly and then re insert e Upon re insertion of the cable listen for the Pro Max receiv
34. off all stations except the one corresponding to the current number The remote will resume standard remote operation executing only one station at a time 4 7 2 Add Stations Auto Up and Auto down Keys Pressing AUTO UP or AUTO DOWN during multiple station operation will advance the previously entered number station accordingly and turn off all other stations The remote will resume standard remote operations executing only one station at a time 4 7 3 Add Stations Off Key If the OFF key is pressed during multiple station operations all stations will be turned off If the OFF key is preceded by digits then only the entered station number will be turned off Page 25 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 4 8 Program Function The Program feature is designed to be used only with the following Rain Master products e RME Sentar e RME Hawk e RME Eagle e 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 Example To start Program 4 Bao To turn Program 4 off Press Once started the program will run to completion whether or not the Pro Max receiver remains connected whether the Access Code is turned off or whether 60 minutes have elapsed 4 8 1 Program Off Key Pressing the OFF key while the program is running w
35. other than those described above or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein The warranties described above shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Rain Master Irrigation Systems Inc and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser Correction of defects in the manner and period of time described herein shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Rain Master to the purchaser with respect to the product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims whether based on contract negligence strict liability or otherwise In no event shall Rain Master be liable or in any way responsible for any damages or defects in the product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than a Rain Master Service dealer or center Nor shall Rain Master be liable or in any way responsible for an incidental or consequential economic or property damage Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you The Rain Master Pro Max series products carry a 2 year limited warranty unless otherwise specified In order to enforce the rights of this limited warranty please follow the directions as described in the following sections SERVICE Prior to sending your Pro Max system for service 1 Please refer to the troubleshooting section of the manual for pos
36. ransmitted All stations except the Master Valve Pump are turned on by pressing the number of the station followed by the ON key To turn off a station simply press the OFF key To turn the station on again press the ON key There is no need to press the station s number until a new station is desired Example To turn Station 12 on then off and then on again aH 66 Page 22 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual Example To go to Station 3 there is no need to turn 12 off The controller automatically turned Station 12 off prior to turning Station 3 on 4 3 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 There is no need to enter the station number Note If the last station in a Rain Master controller is reached and Auto Up is pressed wrap around occurs station 1 turns on In a Pro Max UA model wrap around occurs after station 32 is reached Similarly pressing Auto Down will turn off the current station and turn on the next lower station number Once you find the station you want you may turn it on and off simply by pressing the ON and OFF keys There is no need to know the station number Example You come to a job site and you know it has a problem but you don t know which station has the problem Simply hook up the Pro Max receiver go out to the field and pr
37. roller 20 3 7 Non Rain Master Controllers Lacking 24 Volts AC eee 20 3 9 Permanent Wire Connections 2 03 lei A Raise A d eus 20 39 Keystroke Opera sida 21 4 0D talled Operationi lla iva 22 T Remote Operativa rana 22 4 2 Stations On and Oia stes Estados 22 Z3 Auto Dp and AO ORO n 23 Qu Omand ORO ia 23 4 5 Master V alve PUump Reysan ir sacs e UNO a 23 4 6 Controller Access Code uinci rer eee ipee de iii 24 AT Add SUA OMS eec secedere deuda eae ele dde 25 Z LU AOS Oneto ei 25 4 7 2 Add Stations Auto Up and Auto down Keys sse 25 4 75 Add Stations OT 25 48 Program Func iter lla du tesa dise eed oia ui cli Si lia lie 26 4 5 4 Program O Key tl Rel liebe 26 45 2 Program AU up Key des costi e Hebel tried loto as 26 4 8 3 Program Sensor Switches irritare 26 4 0 Minutes PUHCDODS nocte A ir sali pa ciali a e ie Sees 27 4 10 Besper Opera On ise ital pirlo iaia une ali ni rina lirica LL 27 4 10 1 Power on Beeper Operation specs rari 27 4 10 2 Universal Adapter Over Current Detection Beeper i 28 4 11 Transmitter Battery Replacement eere ele die dera A AA A 28 Page i Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 5 0 Checking Out Electrical Problems seno neeeee seen neereeeeneneneceso 30 5 Field Wiring Shorts the Receiver and Rain Master Controllers 30 5
38. sible solutions 2 Contact Rain Master Technical Support at 805 527 4498 Be sure you can describe your problem s and if possible be able to reproduce your problem s while ON the phone You will need the serial numbers of both your Pro Max transmitter and Pro Max receiver 3 If required to ship ensure the unit is properly packaged preferably in the original shipping case Include all cables and components and make sure adequate packaging material is used to protect the unit s from shipping abuse Page 35 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 Sent or take to an authorized Rain Master Distributor Call Rain Master at 805 527 4498 for nearest distributor B Sentortake to Rain Master Irrigation Systems Attn Service Dept 310 B Royal Ave Simi Valley CA 93063 Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communic
39. t included 7 4 Pro Max Carrying Case DIMENSIONS Lt 154 600 MHz Frequency Modulation 005 1 Watt nominal One 6 volt type CR P2 lithium battery 0 to 60 degrees Celsius 32 to 140 Fahrenheit 20 to 70 degrees Celsius 4 to 158 Fahrenheit 0 to 9096 non condensing CR P2 Lithium 6V user replaceable 1 season typical 3 L x 1 3 8 W x 5 27H less antenna 12 oz 154 600 MHz 0 4 micro volt typical 22 32 Volts AC 50 60 Hz 0 to 60 degrees Celsius 32 to 140 Fahrenheit 20 to 70 degrees Celsius 4 to 158 Fahrenheit 0 to 90 non condensing 64 Lx34 Wx1 1 16 H 11 oz 22 32 Volts AC 50 60 Hz 0 to 60 degrees Celsius 32 to 140 Fahrenheit 20 to 70 degrees Celsius 4 to 158 Fahrenheit 0 to 9096 non condensing 1 amp station 1 5 amp total 64 Lx34 Wx1 1 16 H 13 oz 12 L x 7 VW x 10 H Page 33 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems 8 0 Pro Max Series Parts List Model Pro Max Pro Max UA Accessories PMRKIT CMAD 12PC RMIS Part Number 24PC RMIS Part Number 32PC RMIS Part Number 32TC RMIS Part Number 32EX Pro Max Replacement Parts PM XMTR PM RCVR PM UADAPT PM PM ANT PM PM ANT2 PM RCVR ANT PM XMTR ANT PM SER99 Option 417 2013 PM CASE JACK IRC Description The complete remote set for Rain Master Controllers The complete remote set for Non Rain Master Controllers include universal adaptor
40. ting it to a voltage above the normal 24Volts AC will damage the Pro Max Pro Max receiver unit If the Controller Supplies 24 Volts AC to activate the Master Valve Pump then connect the Master Valve Pump wire of the Permanent Connector to the controller s Master Valve Pump terminal If the Controller acts as a switch to activate the Master Valve Pump Finding two terminals in the controller associated with the Master Valve Pump usually but not always indicates that a relay will be required The relay is wired such that its coil terminals are activated by the Master Valve Pump and COMMON of the PC and its switch contacts are in parallel with the controller s two terminals see Figure 4 below To MV P Switch Type Terminals of controller From MV P wire of the Interface Cable Common of the Cable or Controller mE Figure 7 Relay such as Rain Master RLY1 Page 17 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Connect the wire for the PC Cable COMMON to the COMMON terminal of the controller Important If 24 Volts AC is not available from the controller s terminal strip see Section 3 5 and skip to Step 6 below Connect the wire from the PC cables 24 Volts AC to the 24 Volts AC terminal of the controller Note that the PC cable has only one wire for 24 Volts AC despite the controller having two 24 Volts AC terminals This is because the con
41. troller takes one of its 24 Volts AC terminals and connects it to the COMMON terminal and you have already attached the PC cables COMMON wire to the controller s COMMON terminal You must find which 24 Volts AC terminal on the controller is NOT electrically the same as the controller s COMMON terminal and connect the PC s 24 Volt AC wire to it Using a voltmeter power up the controller and set the voltmeter on a 30 Volts or higher AC scale Place one of the voltmeter leads ON the controller s COMMON terminal and use the other lead of the meter to read each of the 24 Volt AC terminals Connect the PC cables 24 Volt AC wire to whichever terminal gives a reading of 24 Volt AC on the meter If the controller does not have any terminals marked 24 Volts AC then leave one of the voltmeter leads ON the controllers COMMON and try the other lead of the meter to measure the low voltage wires ON the secondary of the controller s transformer Connect the PC cables 24 Volts AC wire to whichever terminal provides a reading of 24 Volts AC ON the meter Place the Rain switch in the OFF or Rain position Connect the 9 pin female end of the PM SER99 cable to the Pro Max receiver and the male end to the universal adapter Hands tighten the screw locks Align the large connector of the RMIS Part Number 32PC cable with the connector ON the universal adapter and plug them together Reconnect power to the controller Refer to the following table Upon Receiv
42. x receiver requires usage of the ACCESS CODE feature key Refer to section 4 6 Figure 4 Permanent Mount Pro Max Receiver Page 9 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Figure 5 Pro Max Transmitter PM XMTR Page 10 Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 2 3 Keystroke Operation The Pro Max keyboard layout is shown in Figure 5 Basic Operation Function Keystrokes Increment to next Station Q Decrement to next Station DOWN Turn On Station 12 EB Turn Off Station 12 Q Turn On Master Valve Pump M PUMP Turn Off Master Valve Pump 26 ES 4 Note Any prior operating station will turn OFF when an Auto Up Auto Down Station On Station Off key is pressed Timed Station Operation Minutes Function Keystrokes Turn On Station 1 for 5 minutes EB ra MINUTES Increments To Next Station and Re start Timer Decrement To Next Station and Re TE start Timer DOWN 09 Page 11 Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Multiple Stations On Add Stations Function Keystrokes Turn On Multiple Stations 1 2 6 Turn Station 6 OFF r3 Station 1 2 remain Turn All Stations OFF Turn All Stations OFF and Increment the stations selected From Last Station When this function is used with the Rain Master RME Sentar RME Hawk
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