EtherRain User Guide Rev 1b, August 2017
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Introduction
EtherRain is an internet sprinkler valve controller. It executes irrigation cycles based on commands
received through its Ethernet port. EtherRain was designed to provide reliable irrigation while being
controlled through a remote scheduling server either from the Internet or from a local LAN scheduling
server. EtherRain employs a reliable command protocol whereby only one command is required in
order to execute a full irrigation cycle. Multiple EtherRain controllers can exist on a single network.
Scheduling applications are available to create 16, 24, and 32 zone controllers from multiple EtherRain
devices.
EtherRain was designed for reliable and cost-effective operation. Its primary user interface depends on
software application chosen by the user.
EtherRain offers security. Operation can only be initiated through software, and irrigation commands
are only accepted after password authentication. In addition, internet commands are only initiated by
request of the EtherRain and so off-network hackers cannot initiate cycles or control EtherRain.
EtherRain is manufactured using the highest quality available semiconductors including power supply
transient protection to 1.5KV.
EtherRain is available in two models: EtherRain 8 provides 8 irrigation zones. EtherRain 7P provides 7
irrigation zones and one pump control or master valve control port. The master valve/pump control
port operates automatically when an irrigation command is running.
EtherRain controllers have been providing reliable water-saving irrigation since 2008.
Power Requirements
EtherRain is powered by a standard 24VAC user supplied irrigation transformer. EtherRain consumes
0.5 Watt of power or less during operation.
Installation
1. Establish network connectivity before attaching valve wires.
2. Download the EtherRain Admin Utility (Windows or Java version) from the QuickSmart Web Site:
http://www.quicksmart.com/qs_etherrain_support.html
