Control and Monitoring System
CMS LED Light Code
Last Updated: May 16, 2024The CMS Control Unit has an LED light that changes color based on what it is doing. If you do not see any lights press the reset button once. This will wake up the device and within 10 seconds you should see a light. If you do not see a light after 10 seconds, then...
How far away can I activate a DC solenoid
Last Updated: August 26, 2024While closer is always better. The HRC-990 or CMS can generally be between 75 and 100 feet from DC latching solenoid. Wire condition, wire thickness, wire material, and electrical connections will all affect the maximum distance between the controller and the valve. 13V DC Power Drop / Max Cable Distance Chart The below DC voltage...
How far can my battery powered controller be from my valves
Last Updated: July 19, 2024While closer is always better. The HRC-990 or CMS can be between 75 and 100 feet from DC latching solenoid. Wire condition, wire thickness, and electrical connections will all affect the maximum distance between the controller and the valve.
Smart Irrigation Controller FAQ
Last Updated: November 1, 2024WHAT ARE SMART CONTROLLERS? Smart controllers, also known as weather-based controllers or “ET-based” controllers, adjust their irrigation schedules automatically based on daily weather changes and estimated plant water requirements. WHAT IS ET? ET is a common abbreviation you may hear about smart controllers. It is short for “evapotranspiration.” In horticulture, evapotranspiration measures the amount of...