Page 2 - CONTROLLER COMPONENTS
CONTROLLER COMPONENTS 2 Address % Adjust Time/Day Week 1 Central Stand Alone Off Cycle Syringe MultiManual Start Times Active Days Run Times ENTER START EXIT STOP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Week 2 R LTC T M Tu Programs Plus 1. Control Panel Assembly 2. Pump/Common Output Module 3. Power Indica...
Page 3 - Selecting Control Options; To change the DIP switch positions:; mechanism can remain connected for this procedure).; Reinstall the timing mechanism and switch on the power.; OFF
Selecting Control Options A set of eight DIP switches, located beneath the upper left corner of the control panel (as illustrated below)is provided for the selection of optional control characteristics. Power to the controller must be turned Offand the control panel removed from the cabinet in order...
Page 5 - Repeat steps 4–8 for each station as required.
Set Current Time and Day Synchronizing the controller's clock with the current time and day is an important first step in the programmingprocedure. The timed events for all watering programs (when the satellite is in the Satellite Mode) are based onthe settings you will make here. Use the following ...
Page 6 - Repeat steps 5 – 10 for all desired start times for this program.
Set Program Start Time(s) This procedure will determine when each program will start during a 24 hour period. Note the followingcharacteristics: • Each program can have from 1 to 12 start times. • Start times can be set to the minute. • Program operation can be prevented for any of the 12 start time...
Page 7 - Set Active Day Watering Schedules; Note the following programming characteristics:; To Set a Calendar schedule:; Repeat steps 3 – 9 for all programs requiring a Calendar
Set Active Day Watering Schedules The active watering days for each program can be chosen using a Calendar schedule or an Intervalschedule. The Calendar schedule enables active days to be selected within a 14-day (two week) cycle. TheInterval Schedule enables active days to be selected by a specific...
Page 8 - Interval Schedule; To set an Interval schedule:; Repeat steps 3 – 10 for each program requiring an Interval
Interval Schedule Scheduling active days by Interval enables a program to operate on a specific routine such as, every otherday, or every fourth day, without regard to actual calendar days. The Interval schedule consists of two programmable numbers: The Interval Reference and the Interval Day.The In...
Page 9 - Set Program Repeat and Soak; Repeat steps 2 – 10 for all programs as required.
Set Program Repeat and Soak This is an optional programming feature which enables a program to repeat its operating cycle from 0 – 3times (in addition to its initial cycle). A soak-in period from 0 – 59 minutes is placed between repeat cycles. 1. Press as needed to select the Program indicator. 2. P...
Page 10 - Cycle Mode
Program Operation Pause and Cancel An operating program can be paused or canceled at any time as needed. The pause feature temporarilysuspends program operation for up to 10 minutes. When operation resumes, the program continues fromthe point of interruption without loosing station run time. Use the...
Page 11 - Syringe Mode; To syringe all stations from 1 – 30 minutes:
Syringe Mode The Syringe mode enables all stations with a programmed run time in a selected program to be operated fora short, temporary run time (syringe). The amount of run time for the syringe operation can be set from 1 – 30 minutes or by a percentage of programmed station run time from 10% – 99...
Page 12 - Repeat steps 2 – 5 to start up to five additional Stations. If the
Multi-Manual Mode Up to six selected stations can be operated at the same time using Multi-Manual mode. A temporary runtime from 1 to 59 minutes is given to each station for this operation. Caution: Prior to Multi-Manual operation, ensure that combined current draw of all stations operatingat the sa...
Page 13 - Set Satellite Address; Address indicator The displays show the; Set Percent Adjust; Repeat steps 2 – 5 for all programs as required.
Set Satellite Address The LTC satellite requires a unique address for identification by the central LCM within the network system. Theaddress consists of a group number (1 – 50) and satellite number (1 – 500). A combination of up to 500 satellitesmay be defined. Satellites may only be assigned to on...
Page 14 - Self Test; To perform the self test:; Initialization; To perform an initialization:
Reviewing Program Information To review the current operating information entered for any program, use the procedure below. If you needto make changes to any portion of a program or the Time/Day setting, refer to the appropriate procedure inthe programming section of this manual. 1. Press to select ...
Page 15 - Radio Calibration Test; To Perform Radio Calibration Test:; Link Monitor; Press and hold down the
Radio Calibration Test The radio calibration test enables the LTC to generate three different radio test patterns for use in radionetwork communications setup. If a radio is not connected, no indication is seen on the TM. The testpatterns can be monitored by connecting an oscilloscope or headphones ...
Page 16 - Troubleshooting; carefully lift panel up.; Problem; WARNING
Troubleshooting If you experience a controller problem, check the programming for a possible programming error and thelist of problems and solutions listed below. If the problem continues, contact your local Toro distributorfor assistance. Lithium Battery installation (optional) An optional 3.9V lit...
Page 17 - Switch power supply Off
Manual Output Switch Operation A 3-position switch is provided on the Pump/Commodule for additional control of the pump relaycircuit. In addition, the optional station terminalmodules with optional control switches have oneswitch for each station output. The three switch positions control the circui...
Page 18 - Program Data Reference Form; Station Location
Program Data Reference Form Program Number_____ Date_________ Station Location 1 ___________________ 17 ___________________ 33 ____________________ 49 ____________________ 2 ___________________ 18 ___________________ 34 ____________________ 50 ____________________ 3 ___________________ 19 __________...
Page 19 - U s e r ' s G u i d e; Network LTC; Series Satellite
U s e r ' s G u i d e Network LTC TM Plus Series Satellite TM R