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“Stacking” Feature

Occasionally you will inadvertently program one program 
to water prior to another program finishing its watering 
cycle. This could result in insufficient water flow neces-
sary to operate the system. The HRC 390’s unique logic will 
override human programming error and begin the next 
water cycle after completion of the first cycle for the A and 
B program. The C program will run concurrently with the 
A and B programs. In order to ensure sufficient available 
flow for the A and B programs, the C program should be 
reserved for low-flow zones such as drip zones.

Docking Port

Mounting your HRC 390 to the wall is easy and convenient.  
The HRC 390’s “docking port” is affixed to the wall and all 
wires are connected to it. The controllers programming 
unit is then convenie ntly slid in to the docking station. This 
feature allows you to walk around the yard while program-
ming each station to meet the needs of the landscape.

Remote Control Capabilities 

The HRC 390 has an RF reciever built into its circuit board.  
When used in coordination with the HRC 390-12-TR (RF 
Transmitter) the HRC 390 programming can be overrid-
den. This feature allows you to turn stations on and off on 
the spot from anywhere within range. The 433 megahertz 
remote frequency is approved for use in the United States, 
Canada, Europe and Australia, and permits an effective 
line-of-sight range of 200 feet. 

Programming Information Stored Safely  
in Non-Volatile Memory

All programming information for Programs A,B, and C are 
stored indefinitely in the HRC 390’s non-volatile memory. 
Non-volatile memory means your programming won’t be 
lost or erased when or if both primary and battery power 
are suspended.  

Convenient, Easy-to-Read  
Touch-Screen LCD Display

The HRC 390’s back-lighted, touch-screen LCD display 
is convenient to program and easy to read under any light-
ing conditions. You may use either your finger or the built-
in stylus to manipulate programming on the touch screen.

Choice of Five Languages

You can easily set the LCD display to read in any of five 
languages: English, Spanish, French, German or Italian.

Water Budgeting

This convenient feature provides a quick, easy way to 
increase or decrease the watering durations of all stations 
in both programs to match seasonal watering needs. 
You won’t have to adjust each station’s watering time 
individually.

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Summary of Contents for HRC-390-06-NA

Page 1: ...ions on this form 2014 Orbit Inc This work is the property of Orbit and cannot be used reproduced or distributed in any way without their express permission Dieline PMS 2955 Fold PMS 0000 Product Coverage PMS 0000 Dims Callout PMS 0000 Orbit 1 801 299 5555 orbitonline com Glue Folded Flat Additional Information PRINTERS ARE REQUIRED TO MATCH ALL SPECIFIED PMS COLORS K DATE 05 07 2014 DESIGNER JC M...

Page 2: ...u begin programming and using the controller Important Features and Capabilities Three Independent Programs HRC 390 sprinkler controller s offer three independent programming functions Programs A B and C offer watering flexibility across variable landscapes ie Trees Turf Xeriscape etc Any of the watering stations can be assigned to individual or all programs For example stations that water your ga...

Page 3: ... RF Transmitter the HRC 390 programming can be overrid den This feature allows you to turn stations on and off on the spot from anywhere within range The 433 megahertz remote frequency is approved for use in the United States Canada Europe and Australia and permits an effective line of sight range of 200 feet Programming Information Stored Safely in Non Volatile Memory All programming information ...

Page 4: ...er will ignore the rain sensor This switch is for hard wired sensors only and does not effect wireless rain sensors For wireless rain sensor bypass refer to section 4 6 Touch Screen Use stylus or finger to set programming Section 2 GETTING STARTED Set Language Press the RESET button The controller will now take you through a step by step programming process Press or on the touch screen to set the ...

Page 5: ...water Press ENTER Set Station Watering Durations Select the first station to be watered by pressing the station number 1 should be flashing on the bottom of the touch screen or press ENTER to advance to the desired station Note The active station being programed is flashing Set the watering duration for each station by either 1 Selecting one of the preset watering duration minutes 0 5 10 15 20 30 ...

Page 6: ...minutes to 23 hours between the start time of one cycle and the start time of the following cycle Press ENTER Repeat this procedure for the other program if desired To Change Settings From the HOME AUTO Screen Hydro Rain has simplified the way to make modifications to your controller programming Just tap the setting you want changed in the HOME AUTO screen Tap the date to change the current date T...

Page 7: ...t it to 50 the duration will be 5 minutes WIRELESS SENSOR ACTIVE BYPASS This controller communicates with the HRC 300 RS RF wireless rain freeze sensor To change the communication status between the control ler controller and the wireless sensor do the following Press the BUDGET button on the Home Auto Screen Press the SENSOR button on the top right of the screen Use the or to toggle the sensor co...

Page 8: ... access to sprinkler wire from valves If mounted in an outdoor location shut the compartment door to keep the controller safe from weather damage To lock insert the key and turn clockwise to the locked position NOTE Sprinkler controllers are weather resistant to UL 50 and ETL Listings but should not be placed in areas where continuous water could cause damage 2 Mount the Controller Use the mountin...

Page 9: ...ommended to use grease caps to prevent corrosion of the connection and for protection from water infiltration Wiring Electric Valves Strip 1 2 12 mm of plastic insulation off the end of each individual wire Each valve has two wires One wire it doesn t matter which one is to be connected as the common The other valve wire is to be connected to the specific station wire that will control that valve ...

Page 10: ...he three wires Connect the source wires to the wires extending from the sprinkler controller For USA Take care to follow the correct color code Con nect the Green for Ground Black for Live and White for Neutral Often the source ground may be bare copper conductor rather than green wire Make sure all connections are made with code approved insulated connectors Be sure to place a weatherproof gasket...

Page 11: ...stic Fault Sensing A diagnostic fault sensor will automatically scan for the presence of a faulty solenoid or wiring short in a valve during each watering sequence If a faulty station is detected the sprinkler controller will move to the next working station Smart Scan also detects faulty wiring for the Pump or Master Valve Upon detection watering of faulty station is discontinued Fault Notificati...

Page 12: ...ystem on and off The time the program begins watering the first station An area where the watering irrigation is all controlled by a single control valve The connection point on the docking port where a wire is inserted See Program A B or C Used in conjunction with sprinkler controllers a device used to control the delivery of water to lawns plants and gardens Section 6 GLOSSARY OF TERMS n 12 n In...

Page 13: ...station 4 Use this plan to program the controller Based on the preceding information your watering program may look like this A A B C Program Days of Week Days of Week Odd Even Interval Watering Option 1 2 3 4 Station M W Sat M W Sat Every other day Every day Days 5 00 AM 6 45 AM 8 00 AM Start Time 15 min 15 min 30 min 120 min Duration Minutes Front Strip Front North Back North Garden Location Spr...

Page 14: ...d off when they are not programmed to 1 Transformer is defective or is not connected correctly 2 Programming is incorrect 3 Timer is in OFF mode 1 Water pressure is too high 2 More than one cycle is programmed 3 Stations are set to water with both programs 1 Transformer is defective or is not connected correctly 2 Transformer not plugged into an operational AC outlet 3 Timer is not all the way dow...

Page 15: ...e user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The supply cord of this contro...

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