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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction ..............3 About the Controller ................3 About This Manual ................6 Getting Help ..................8 Chapter 2: Overview ................9 The Faceplate ..................9 The Buttons ..................10 The LEDs ....................11 The Screen ..................11 Menu Navigation ................12...
  • Page 4 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Diagnostics - Communications ............51 Chapter 9: Alerts ................53 Anaylzing an Alert ................54 The Alerts ....................55 Chapter 10: Rain Hold ..............61 Chapter 11: Manual Operation ............63 Station ....................64 Simultaneous ..................65 Sequence .....................66 Program ....................67...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Rain Master believes in minimizing waste by maximizing water application efficiency. The DX3 provides precise control of irrigation delivery systems through a flexible network that could fit almost any application. DX3 will work with your Rain Master Laguna software to monitor, adjust, and report on irrigation schedules to your technical comfort level.
  • Page 6 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual • An expansive, 4.4” LCD back-lit display with rapid menu navigation and “digital ink” for high visibility in the sun. • Integrated cabinet access lighting or “fridge light” and pivoting brackets for improved setup and service access (select models) •...
  • Page 7 Manual test mode that can advance stations while displaying valve electrical current and station flow data. Communication Features The DX3 is capable of communicating with the Central computer over a variety of communication technologies. Cellular 3G Optional accessory for Central to sub-master communication.

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual About This Manual This manual is divided into five sections: A Quick Start tutorial on quickly getting an irrigation program going and other common irrigation tasks. A Reference section, with every command explained. A Maintenance and Troubleshooting section to help you, the operator, resolve any problems or questions you might have quickly and effectively.
  • Page 9 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Icons Explained A note to clarify. Important Warning! Risk of electric shock Press the specified button. BUTTON Rotate the Control Dial. Press the Control Dial. The box indicates which field can be changed. When the value flashes, it is ready to be changed.

  • Page 10: Getting Help

    DX3 User Manual Getting Help Rain Master strives to build safe, durable, and easy to use product. If, however, you encounter a problem that is not easily resolved with the troubleshooting solutions offered in "Chapter 13: Troubleshooting" on page 77, please contact an authorized Rain Master product expert for assistance via phone or email.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Overview

    DX3 User Manual Chapter 2: Overview Because not all irrigation applications are identical, the DX3 controller has been designed to allow users to establish a wide variety of individual programmable options. These options include changing configuration of programs, Individual Station Control (ISC), irrigation stations, the controller, and sensors.

  • Page 12: The Buttons

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual The Buttons Button Function Control Dial Rotate to switch between fields on a screen and change values within those fields. Press to enter a desired field and to save the value. Left, Right, and Back buttons To navigate screen and menu selections.

  • Page 13: The Leds

    DX3 User Manual Alerts The LEDs A: Power reset 24 (GPM) Expected 0 The DX3 has three LEDs beneath the main LCD screen. Each LED illuminates for a specific reason: Rain Off Illuminated when the Rain Off command is active. (blue) All irrigation activity is suspended when this light is on.

  • Page 14: Menu Navigation

    Menu Navigation Navigating menus and executing commands in the DX3 is easy with the various buttons and the Control Dial. To navigate the typical DX3 screen, we will use the below as an example. Some fields have Press preset options.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3: Quick Start

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 3: Quick Start This chapter is a step-by-step tutorial for rapid and basic controller setup. For the demonstration, we will set up an irrigation schedule with 2 start times: 6:15am and 8pm daily, 1 cycle at 10 minutes per station.

  • Page 16: Setting The Language

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Setting the Language Language Setup 4) When done, press to change language. Setup Language WED 5:43:40 PM English Language English Espanol Setting Current Date and Time Time/Date Setup Setup Time/Date WED 5:43:40 PM 24-Hour...

  • Page 17: Program Start Time

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Program Start Time Program 1 Program Program 1 Menu WED 5:43:40 PM |Page 1|Page 2| Start Times Quick Stns Water Days Program Hold Run Times OPT IN’s Start Times Program 1 Start Times WED 5:43:40 PM...

  • Page 18: Water Days

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Water Days Program 1 Menu WED 5:43:40 PM |Page 1|Page 2| Start Times Quick Stns Water Days Program Hold Run Times OPT IN’s Water Days Program 1 Watering Days WED 5:43:40 PM 14-DAY Schedule Type:...

  • Page 19: Station Run Times

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Station Run Times Run Times Program 1 Menu WED 5:43:40 PM |Page 1|Page 2| Start Times Quick Stns Water Days Program Hold Run Times OPT IN’s Our run time will only be for ten Enter Station 1 hours field.

  • Page 20: Program Hold

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Program Hold A storm is coming! Irrigation will not be needed for a few days. Let’s activate a Program Hold on Program 1. Program 1 Program Program 1 Menu WED 5:43:40 PM |Page 1|Page 2|...

  • Page 21: Adjust

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual % Adjust The weather overall is getting cooler. Let us decrease the overall amount of irrigation for this program. Program 1 Program Program 1 Menu WED 5:43:40 PM |Page 1|Page 2| Start Times Quick Stns...

  • Page 22: Manual Operation

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Manual Operation The grass is a little dry. Let us run a manual program operation at 10pm to help keep that grass green. 1) Press the Manual button. Manual WED 5:43:40 PM Station Program...

  • Page 23: Chapter 4: Main Menu

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 4: Main Menu The main menu is reached by pressing any button or the Control Dial. Each main menu selection has its own dedicated chapter. Main Menu WED 5:43:40 PM Setup Reports &...
  • Page 24 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 4: Main Menu...

  • Page 25: Chapter 5: Setup

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 5: Setup This chapter describes every function within the Setup section of the controller. Setup WED 5:43:40 PM |Page 1|Page 2| Flow Communication Language Current Checks Omit by Date Time/Date All step-by-step directions are started from the above Setup screen.

  • Page 26: Flow

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Setup Flow WED 5:43:40 PM Flow Sensors Flow Options Flow Sensors Flow Sensors can calculate and report the amount of water, in gallons per minute, travelling through a pipe. For a complete explanation on flow sensors, including basic instructions on how to install a flow sensor, please see Appendix B: Flow Sensors.
  • Page 27 Limits Monthly Limit: The number, in total gallons, that the irrigation system should not exceed per month. If it does, the DX3 controller will either generate an alert (and keep watering) or simply stop watering until a new month begins.
  • Page 28 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Monitoring Once the station limits have been established, the flow limit checking (upper and lower limits) may be enabled or disabled. When upper limits have been enabled, all station upper limits as well as the monthly water limit will be validated. When lower limits have been enabled, all station lower limits will be validated on an individual station basis.

  • Page 29: Language

    Espanol to switch between options. to exit screen. Omit by Date The DX3 allows up to 48 days to be excluded from irrigation per year. Setup Omit by Date WED 5:43:40 PM |1 - 3|4 - 6|7 - 9|10 - 12|>...

  • Page 30: Communications

    Other Serial Digi Cell If the Submaster option is active, that means the DX3 controller has a direct link to the Central computer. The controller can communicate with the Central in any one of six methods: • Raveon M8 (UHF radio) •...
  • Page 31 Ethernet If the Ethernet or Wifi communication method is selected in the previous screen, it might be necessary to configure the DX3’s TCP/IP settings. If your network uses Dynamic Host Configuation Protocol (DHCP) to dynamically assign IP addresses, then simply leave DHCP Client set to YES.

  • Page 32: Current Checks

    DX3 User Manual Current Checks The DX3 controller allows the operator to limit and view the controller’s output current (Amps) usage. Much like established flow limits aid in the detection of problems with the system, establishing current limits aids in detection of field wiring problems associated with any station.

  • Page 33: Time/Date

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Time/Date The date and time can be set at any time on the DX3 controller. Setup Time/Date WED 5:43:40 PM 24-Hour Time Format 24-Hour AM/PM Time 5:43PM Date 02/08/17 to switch between fields. to enter highlighted field.

  • Page 34: Learn Flow/Current

    DX3 User Manual Learn Flow/Current For the DX3 controller to issue meaningful alerts when there is a flow or current problem, the proper flow and current rates must be “learned” by the system. The Learn Flow/Current command therefore teaches the DX3 system the nominal (ideal) current and flow settings to each valve and station.

  • Page 35: Flow Max

    A FLOW MAX system is comprised of a number of DX3 controllers (typically 3 to 5) with the first controller set up as the submaster. The remaining satellites are set up as slaves.

  • Page 36: Master Valves & Pumps

    DX3 controller. The master valve can be set as either Normally Closed (N.CL.) or Normally Open (N.OP.) It is also possible to have the DX3 controller "learn" the different current settings for the MV or pump installed. Masters and Pumps...

  • Page 37: Weather Limits

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Weather Limits The weather limits screens allow the operator to set limits for both rain and wind indicating when the controller will suspend irrigation activity and issue an alert for too much rain and/or too much wind.
  • Page 38 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 5: Setup...

  • Page 39: Chapter 6: Program Entry

    ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 6: Program Entry The DX3 controller allows the user to program irrigation schedules for up to sixteen programs. For an irrigation program to be considered valid, it must contain: • at least one start time •...

  • Page 40: Start Times

    DX3 User Manual Start Times The DX3 controller is capable of handling 12 start times per program. The Start Time is defined as the precise time of day that a given irrigation or auxiliary program begins. Program 1 Start Times...

  • Page 41: Run Times

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Run Times The DX3 controller allows the user to individually set a run time for each station. Program 1 Run Times WED 5:43:40 PM |1-6|7-12|13-18|19-24|25-30|> Station 1 Station 4 00:10 00:10 Station 2 Station 5...

  • Page 42: Program Hold

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Program Hold A Program Hold can be set, suspending all irrigation activity for that program only for the specified number of days or until manually canceled. Actively setting a Program Hold for a program will cancel all activity for that program, including non-irrigation activity (see OPT INs next page).

  • Page 43: Opt Ins

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual OPT INs OPT INs essentially tells the DX3 controller to include a Pump or Master Valve in irrigation operation. Program 1 OPT INs WED 5:43:40 PM |Page1|Page 2 Pumps: Master Valves: MV/P Start Delay(sec) 010...
  • Page 44 A twelve hour water window defined during which Program 1 will run over and over. Over-Water Limit: Warning or Stop. If the monthly irrigation limit is exceeded, this option determines if the DX3 controller generates an alert or stops watering completely. Chapter 6: Program Entry...

  • Page 45: Erase/Reset

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Erase/Reset To Erase a Program to Program Menu Page 2. Program 1 Erase WED 5:43:40 PM Program 1 Erase Apply Changes to YES/NO field. to enter. to change to YES. to set. to Apply Changes field.
  • Page 46 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 6: Program Entry...

  • Page 47: Chapter 7: Stations

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 7: Stations The Stations command allows the user to: • define minimal, nominal, and maximum flow and current amounts for every station in a system • set parameters for Cycle and Soak to reduce water runoff.

  • Page 48: Current

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Current This screen allows the operator to manually set the minimal, nominal, and maximum current amounts for every station in a system. Stations WED 5:43:40 PM |Flow|Current|Cycle & Soak Station Minimum Current 1.00 Nominal Current 1.05...

  • Page 49: Cycle & Soak

    Soak time may be longer than the minimum time specified. A DX3 will execute irrigation for other stations in a program during a soak time, instead of waiting idle, in order to optimize a user’s water window.
  • Page 50 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 7: Stations...

  • Page 51: Chapter 8: Reports And Diagnostics

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 8: Reports and Diagnostics Reports The DX3 controller can generate two types of reports: controller events and irrigation statistics. Reports WED 5:43:40 PM Controller Events Water Usage Controller Events Controller Event reports show controller information such as station start and stop times, station duration, and more.
  • Page 52 It is possible to view water usage by individual flow meter, all three, or any combination thereof. Flow Rates The Flow Rates screen contains real-time flow rate information for the (up to) three flow sensors attached to the DX3 controller. Water Usage WED 5:43:40 PM |Water...

  • Page 53: Diagnostics - General

    Output Test WED 5:43:40 PM Test Stations 001-048 Duration 00:01 Start Now Previous Next Status: Off Flow: 0 (GPM) ReCur:0.01 The DX3 controller will display flow and current information as it cycles through the stations. Chapter 8: Reports and Diagnostics...
  • Page 54 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Sensor Status Sensor Status WED 5:43:40 PM Flow 1: 5.0000 Hz Flow 2: 5.0000 Hz Flow 3: 5.0000 Hz Rain: 6 pulses Wind: 4.0000 Hz 3 pulses Alarm 1-3: Op, Op, Op Current: 1.0000 Amps The Sensor Status test displays critical information about each device attached to the system.

  • Page 55: Diagnostics - Communications

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Keypad Test Diagnostic Tests WED 5:43:40 PM Keypad/Knob/LED - Test Press: LT The Keypad Test is to confirm the buttons and Control Dial on the faceplate are functioning properly. The test prompts the user to press each button as directed.
  • Page 56 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual FLOWMAX Devices FLOWMAX Devices diagnostics screen displays gallons per minute flow information for any and all attached flow sensors and devices. Additionally, the operator can quickly see how many master valves and/or pumps are active to the system, and if the point of connection is at the submaster or satellite.

  • Page 57: Chapter 9: Alerts

    DX3 User Manual Chapter 9: Alerts The DX3 series controller automatically alerts the operator when problems occur or certain conditions arise. The controller may trigger an alert in response to over 11 different conditions. Each condition is date/time stamped and includes additional information which may be helpful in troubleshooting the problem.

  • Page 58: Anaylzing An Alert

    (Clearing the alert re-enables all irrigation at the station). Any time an alert is triggered, the DX3 screen displays the alert type. Anaylzing an Alert Alerts can be accessed for analysis from the Main Menu.
  • Page 59 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Alert List RESET 1101 HIGH TEMPERATURE 1102 STATION COMMUNICATION ERROR 1103 MASTER VALVE HIGH CURRENT 1104 FLOW LOWER LIMIT 1105 FLOW UPPER LIMIT 1106 WATER LIMIT 1107 MAX STATION LIMIT 1108 START DELAY OVERLAP PROTECTION...

  • Page 60: The Alerts

    For all alerts, upon resolution of the specific problem, be sure to CLEAR all alerts at the controller. Reset This alert is triggered when the DX3 controller detects AC input power. Clear the alert at the Setup-->Alerts screen. High Temperature This alert is triggered when the main board temperature sensor exceeds a threshold value.
  • Page 61 (6) again. Start Delay Overlap Protection This alert is triggered when the DX3 attempts to start a second program when the first program is still active and Overlap Protection (under Program-->OPT INs) is active for that first program.
  • Page 62 This alert is triggered when the controller is in a stop watering state. FlowMax Multiple Flow Meters This alert is triggered when the specified flow meter is defined on more than one controller in the Flow Max group. DX3 will add flows together for multiply defined flow meters. FlowMax Multiple Pumps This alert is triggered when more than one controller in the flow max group has the specified pump defined.
  • Page 63 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Daily / Hourly Rain Limit This alert is triggered when rain exceeded daily / hourly rain limit. Wind Exit / Enter Contition This alert is triggered when wind was below / above limit for prescribed time, wind shutdown is ended / started.
  • Page 64 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 9: Alerts...

  • Page 65: Chapter 10: Rain Hold

    DX3 User Manual Chapter 10: Rain Hold There are two Rain Hold commands in the DX3 controller. A Rain Hold can be set globally for the controller or locally for a program. This chapter focuses on setting a global Rain Hold, which is accessed from the Main Menu. When activated, Irrigation Rain Hold will suspend all irrigation activity for the specified number of days (or until cancelled).
  • Page 66 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual To Place a Rain Hold for an indefinite period of time: to Set Until Canceled field. to activate indefinite rain hold. To Cancel a Rain Hold to the Cancel Hold field. to cancel. Canceling a Rain Hold here does not cancel a Rain Hold set for an individual program.

  • Page 67: Chapter 11: Manual Operation

    • Station: Activate a single, specific station for a specified amount of time. • Simultaneous: Allows an operator to activate multiple stations as they are activated. The DX3 can operate six stations simultaneously. • Sequence: Stations can be activated in a non-linear sequence.

  • Page 68: Station

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Station It is possible to manually activate any station within the DX3 system. The DX3 monitors current and--if a flow meter is installed--flow. Manual Station WED 5:43:40 PM Station# 001 MV: Run Time 010 P:...

  • Page 69: Simultaneous

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Simultaneous The DX3 controller can operate up to six stations simultaneously. As you activate stations, the DX3 monitors flow and current. Manual Simultaneous WED 5:43:40 PM Station# 002 MV: 1 2 3 Run Time...

  • Page 70: Sequence

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Sequence Sequence allows stations to be activated in a non-linear sequence. Manual Sequence WED 5:43:40 PM Station# Run Time Start Status: Off Sequence: Press ‘A’ to clear manual sequence. To Activate a Sequence Operation: to enter Station# field.

  • Page 71: Program

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Program Manually executing a program will run the program at the specified start time. Manual Program WED 5:43:40 PM Program# Start Time --:--AM Activate Deactivate Status: Off Flow: 100 GPM Cur:1.0 To Activate a Manual Program Operation: to enter Program# field.
  • Page 72 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 11: Manual Operation...

  • Page 73: Chapter 12: Review

    DX3 User Manual Chapter 12: Review System Review The Review section of the DX3 allows the user to review all facets of the irrigation programming including firmware version, types of programs established, and days that have been omitted. System Review...
  • Page 74 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Program Review Program Review displays five screens of information related to the selected irrigation program. 1/5: Program 1 Review WED 5:43:40 PM |1/5|2/5|3/5|4/5|5/5| Program 001 Program Valid Start Duration: 1:24:00 Water Use per Start (gal): 0...

  • Page 75: Program

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual This screen displays the OPT IN's set for the specified program. • Master Valves: All master valves associated with that program. • Pumps: All pumps associated with that program. • MV/P Start Delay(s): The number in seconds of the MV/P Start Delay.

  • Page 76: Flow

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Station Review Station Review shows irrigation information for each station attached to the controller. Station Review WED 5:43:40 PM |1-10|11-20|21-30|31-40|41-50|> Stn- Last Confirmed Soak Type Today Remain 1-L 02/20/2017 16:00 0:08 2-L 02/20/2017 16:00...

  • Page 77: About

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual About Displays the controller name, the firmware version, the software build, the loader, the controller serial number (set at the factory), and the Opt. FW, which is the firmware version of the master valve and output boards.
  • Page 78 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 12: Review...

  • Page 79: Chapter 13: Troubleshooting

    AC power problems, monitoring of water usage, and more. In order to take full advantage of all the capabilities of the DX3 controller as a maintenance tool, refer to the following manual sections for operational information and proper setup: •...
  • Page 80 The reported alerts are listed on the computer screen with full descriptions and recommended corrective action for each alert. Diagnostics The DX3 controller utilizes several advanced tools for communication troubleshooting. These tools are used by RMIS service personnel to diagnose and correct field communication problems. These tools are detailed in Chapter 8: Reports and Diagnostics.

  • Page 81: Directory Of Flow Chart Diagnostic Problems

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Directory of Flow Chart Diagnostic Problems Problem / Symptom Page Automatic Program Does Not Start Flow Sensor Reading Always Zero A Station/Valve Does Not Water Display is Blank Program Starts-But Does Not Water Program Starts-But Stations Shut Off Immediately...
  • Page 82 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Automatic Program Does Not Start Start Are alerts See Alerts list displayed? Check Review valid Program Review. program Is program valid? requirements Adjust / cancel RAIN OFF LED Rain Hold is on? Adjust Is a Water Window “No Water Window”...
  • Page 83 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Automatic Program Does Not Start (continued) from previous page Adjust Is “Omit by Date” Omit by Date currently active? dates % Adjust Adjust % Adjust set to zero? Refer to Has a sensor rain or moisture sensor...
  • Page 84 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Sensor Reading Always Zero Start See Appendix B: Are flow sensor Flow Meters K and Offset values set correctly? for proper settings Check: a) direction of Is installation flow sensor of flow sensor...
  • Page 85 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Sensor Reading Always Zero (continued) from previous page Reconnect sensor wires to input 1+ and 1- terminals. Disconnect the EV-CAB-SEN wires from the flow sensor red and black wires. EV-CAB-SEN is defective. Is there...
  • Page 86 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Station / Valve Does Not Water Start Refer to Alerts list. Are alerts Take corrective action. displayed? Clear alert. Using Manual operation, turn on suspect station for five minutes. Refer to Alerts list. Take corrective action.
  • Page 87 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Station / Valve Does Not Water (continued) from previous page Does a master valve or pump need to be turned on for the station to operate? Refer to master valve Is the MV and/or and pump setup.
  • Page 88 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Display is blank Start Verify AC power switch inside controller is in the “On” position. Verify GFI circuit breaker is reset. Press “red” button to reset. Verify main circuit breaker at remote power source Replace fuse is on.
  • Page 89 Does Not Water”. pump? When the Check master valve program starts, and pump have been do LEDs for the MV properly connected or pump turn to the DX3 main board terminals. Assign proper master valve and pump to program. Chapter 13: Troubleshooting...
  • Page 90 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Program Starts But Stations Shut Off Immediately Start Have See Flow Limits. maximum flow Verify flow limits limits been for each station. exceeded? Have minimum flow limits been set? Have See Current Limits. maximum current...
  • Page 91 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Monthly Flow Violation Occurred But Program Still Operates Start See Water Limit. the program Change setup option been set up to stop from “Warning” to watering at water “Stop” (watering). limit? See Flow Setup.
  • Page 92 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Multiple Stations Do Not Water (Many station lights on) Station LED for the suspect zone turns on. If a zone (and possibly various other stations as well) does not water, the field "common" wire for those stations is not connected (floating) to the controller.

  • Page 93: Control Devices (Rain Sensors, Freeze Sensors, Etc.)

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Control Devices (Rain Sensors, Freeze sensors, Etc.) Many commercial sensor devices available in today's market take advantage of the common ground configuration to control watering operations. Devices such as rain sensors, freeze sensors, moisture sensors, etc. employ a control system which interrupts the common ground line of watering stations to control the shutdown of stations.
  • Page 94 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Chapter 13: Troubleshooting...

  • Page 95: Appendix A: Specifications

    6KV common, 1KV normal. Controller Memory: The DX3 utilizes NVRAM (Non-volatile Random Access Memory) technology to protect all user-defined program and setup data from loss in the event of a power failure. Time and date settings will be maintained without power for approximately 30 days.

  • Page 96: Appendix B: Flow Sensors

    ® DX3 User Manual Appendix B: Flow Sensors The DX3 controller provides a variety of user-configurable, flow-related features for up to three flow sensors, referred to as Flow #1, Flow #2, and Flow #3. DX3 flow features/capabilities include: • Display of instantaneous flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM) for all three meters as well as total (Flow #1 + Flow #2 + Flow #3).

  • Page 97: Installation Instructions

    ® DX3 User Manual Flow Sensor Installation Instructions The plastic cover of the DX3 main board shows all inputs and terminal polarity. To install a Irritrol or Rain Master flow meter: Power down the DX3 controller. Connect the white and black wires as shown.
  • Page 98 Flow Sensor Offset and K Values Each flow meter installation must include entry of the "offset" value and "K" values for proper calibration of the meter. The DX3 controller supports the complete line of Rain Master and Irritrol-branded flow sensor (DI & CST).

  • Page 99: Flow Limit Checking

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Limit Checking To perform limit checking, the controller computes a Gallon-Per-Minute (GPM) flow rate based upon the total gallons used in the previous 60 seconds. Limit checks are performed on the following: • Station upper limit •...
  • Page 100 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Total Monthly Flow Limit Enter a maximum monthly flow limit, as described in Chapter 4. The controller compares the accumulated monthly flow to maximum monthly flow limit. If the accumulated flow is greater than the limit, an alert is generated.
  • Page 101 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual The system default for delay of limit checking is two (2) minutes. To establish the proper delay, monitor the GPM flow rate for each station in the irrigation program(s). Observe which station takes the longest time for its GPM rate to "settle." Round this time period to the next minute and use this rounded value as the flow rate limit check delay.

  • Page 102: Flow Limit Violations

    DX3 User Manual Flow Limit Violations When a Flow Limit Violation is Detected Upon detection of a flow limit violation, DX3 performs the following actions: 1. Terminate irrigation • For a faulty station, immediate termination of irrigation for that station. The program will automatically advance to the next station in the program.
  • Page 103 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Examples Overflow in Controller/Main Line Break Assume the maximum controller flow rate is 500 GPM. A main line break occurs while attempting to water station 7. The break results in a flow of 510 GPM. The...
  • Page 104 DX3 User Manual Multiple Stations with Non-Overlap Protection The DX3 controller allows the user the capability of turning "on" several stations simultaneously. When flow meters are used in this environment, the individual station limits are summed and compared to the total flow rate. Therefore, you must set up limits for each station to insure that flow limit checks are performed properly.

  • Page 105: Appendix C: Current Monitoring

    DX3 User Manual Appendix C: Current Monitoring The DX3 controller provides the ability to limit and view the controller's output current (Amps) usage. Establishing limits allows detection of field wiring problems associated with any station. DX3 current monitoring features include: •...

  • Page 106: Current Limit Detection

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual system. • When setting limits, the controller automatically sums limits when multiple stations and/or the Master Valve are on. For example, assume station 1 has a .2 Amps limit and the Master Valve has a .4 Amps limit. When both are on, the controller adds (.2 Amps) + (.4 Amps) = .6 Amps.

  • Page 107: Appendix D: Setting Up A Flow Max System

    Appendix B: Flow Meters whenever flow and flow control is required for a single controller installation. Flow Max utilizes the intelligence of DX3 field satellite controllers to provide the following features: • Operation of shared Master Valves, Pump or Flow Meters across controllers without the need for peripheral relays or complex wiring.

  • Page 108: Overview

    • Dynamic real time monitor shows system status at all times. Overview A Flow Max system is comprised of a number of identical DX3 controllers (typically 3 to 5) with the first controller set up as the submaster and the remaining units set up as satellites.
  • Page 109 The Master Valve, Pump, and Flow Meter devices are physically connected to the respective controller Master Valve Power Board (Part # DX3-MV). Flow Meter installation instructions are included with the optional Flow Sensor kit. Flow Sensors Flow sensor operation must include the calibration factors of "K"...

  • Page 110: Physical Configuration

    For radio: Install the RF (radio frequency) DX3 Communication Circuit Board, RMIS part # DX3-COMM-EXP or DX3-UHFM8. The submaster will then communicate by radio to the Central Control Computer and through the hardwire link to the controller satellites.
  • Page 111 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Master Flow Valve Sensor Pump Zone Zone Zone Valve Valve Valve Zone Zone Zone Valve Valve Valve Submaster Controller Satellite Satellite Address 1–0 Address 1–1 Address 1–2 EV-CAB-COM EV-CAB-COM EV-CAB-SEN Figure D-1: Flow Max Hardwire Configuration...
  • Page 112 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual MASTER VALVE ZONE 2 VALVE DX3 Main board VAC COM COM COM MV1 MV2 MV3 P1 STATION 2 DX3 Output board TO MASTER VALVE ZONE 2 VALVE Figure D-3: Detailed Master Valve and Station Connections...

  • Page 113: Flow Max Setup Procedure

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Max Setup Procedure The following section details the programming required in order to setup a Flow Max configuration. Programming must be performed at all controllers that will be part of the Flow Max system.
  • Page 114 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Submaster Setup Procedure At the designated submaster controller, go to Setup-->Communication. Setup Communication WED 5:43:40 PM |Submaster|Ethernet| Submaster Submaster Com: Ethernet Submaster Address: to turn on Submaster. Use the Control Dial to set Submaster Address.

  • Page 115: Flow Max Flow Limits

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Non-participating units that reside within a hardwire link configuration of the Flow Max system must have FLOW MAX Participant unchecked. Non Flow Max participants may utilize their local pump, master valves and flow meters in a conventional fashion. This operation will be independent of any Flow Max activity.
  • Page 116 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual For a Participant Satellite, not directly connected to shared device/s (Figure D-1, Satellite 1-2) At the participant satellite, go to Setup-->Flow Max. Be sure FLOW MAX Participant is checked. Select the same devices that were shared at the submaster controller.

  • Page 117: Flow Max Worksheet

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Max Worksheet The Flow Max worksheet lists all parameters for the example Flow Max configuration. This table may serve as a guide to setting up your own Flow Max system. Sample Worksheet Menu Function...
  • Page 118 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Blank Worksheet Menu Function Submaster Controller 1 Controller 2 Controller 3 Address Share Flow, Pump, and MV Flow Meter 1 Flow Meter 2 Pump Shared MV1 Shared MV2 Shared N.O. Last Address (auto config) (auto config) (auto config)
  • Page 119 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Max Diagram MASTER VALVE 1 FLOW METER 1 FLOW PUMP water flow STATION WIRING SUBMASTER WATER VALVE STATIONS SUBMASTER HARDWIRE LINK STATION WIRING CONTROLLER 1 WATER VALVE STATIONS CONTROLLER 1 HARDWIRE LINK STATION WIRING...

  • Page 120: Flow Max Diagnostic Tools

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Max Diagnostic Tools Real Time Flow Monitor A Real Time Flow Monitor is available at the submaster controller of a Flow Max system. This tool provides a wealth of information about the operational status of the system.
  • Page 121 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Max system can display the measured flow. Flow is monitored at the Flow Max participant using the same key sequence as at the submaster. Press the QUIT key to return to the base menu.

  • Page 122: Flow Max Warnings And Exception Conditions

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Flow Max Warnings and Exception Conditions All warnings referenced in this section are described fully in Chapter 9: Alerts. Please refer to that section for details. Most exception conditions result in warnings being generated at the submaster as well as each Flow Max participant.

  • Page 123: Glossary

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Glossary Alert An irrigation related "event" reported by the controller which requires operator notification and/or action. Central Control Mode Central Control Mode indicates that two way communications have been established between the evolution controller and the Central Control PC. This means that programming data can be downloaded and uploaded, and that the Central Control PC can control all functions remotely.
  • Page 124 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Controller A microprocessor based solid state programmable apparatus that automatically controls and manages irrigation valves, pumps, flow sensors and other peripheral devices. Controller Address Identifies each controller/satellite within a multiple controller system. The address number is alternately displayed on the base screen with the program number.
  • Page 125 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual A rotating paddle device placed in a main water line used to measure water flow. The device must be calibrated using K and Offset values to compensate for pipe size. Inter Station Delay Time The amount of time between when one station stops irrigating and the next scheduled station begins.
  • Page 126 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Master Valves are normally closed and must be energized to deliver water flow. Normally Open Valve Master valve that is normally open and must be energized to turn off. Non-participant satellite A controller in a Flow Max system but specifically programmed not to share devices with the other Flow Max system controllers.
  • Page 127 The time of day which a program (or ISC) starts its execution. Submaster A submaster is a term used for a DX3 controller which is being operated in conjunction with an RMIS Central Control System. A submaster is a controller which has specialized communications capability.
  • Page 128 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Water Days User defined (programmed) days which irrigation shall occur on. Water Window A user specified period of time where irrigation is allowed. The watering window is specified on a daily basis by establishing a daily start and end time.

  • Page 129: Index

    RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Index 14-day 38 Continuous Cycle 42, 70 31-day 38 Control Dial 12 % Adjust 21, 43 Controller Events 49 Current 46 Current Checks 32 About 72 Current Monitoring 101 Alert # 56 Cycle & Soak 47...
  • Page 130 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Program Valid 69 Pumps 41, 70 Help 10 Quick Stations 39 Inter-Station Delay 41, 70 Interval 38 Irrigation Program 41, 70 Rain Hold 20, 40, 61 ISD Delay 41 Ran Today 71 Reports 49...
  • Page 131 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual FCC Notice - Electromagnetic Compatibility This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found...
  • Page 132 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 an authorized Rain Master / Rain Master Service dealer or center.
  • Page 133 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? Sometimes you will see a product for sale that has a label with a warning along the lines of the following: The warnings is required by California labeling law Proposition 65 (or Prop 65 for short), which is meant to notify individuals in California of exposures to Prop 65-listed chemicals.
  • Page 134 Rain Master has chosen to provide warnings in certain cases based on its knowledge about the presence of one or more listed chemicals without attempting to evaluate the level of exposure, as not all of the listed chemicals provide exposure limit requirements.
  • Page 135 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Notes © 2017 Rain Master Control Systems www.rainmaster.com Part Number 373-0920 Rev. B...
  • Page 136 RAIN MASTER ® DX3 User Manual Index...

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