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To attach one schedule to another so that the
execution of one (the master) results in the execution
of the other (the slave).
log
A record of Maxicom 2 system performance.
Maxicom 2 allows you to view various types of logs
and create reports from them.
macro
A shortcut for a set of steps or commands.
manual(ly)
Done by hand rather than automatically by the PC.
MAXICOM
The old, DOS version of the software for the
MAXICOM system.
MAXICOM Central Control System
The network of computers, field devices, CCUs, and
other components that make up an entire irrigation
system.
Maxicom
2
Windows-based software for controlling the
MAXICOM system.
menu
An on-screen list of available functions or procedures
for you to choose from.
modem
The component used to send data to and from the
central computer and field equipment.
nominal ET (evapotranspiration)
The base value from which ET adjustments are made
to a schedule.
MRU (Most Recently Used)
A list of objects in the order in which they were most
recently used.
operating system
The software that controls the way your PC operates
and the flow of data to and from the central
processing unit.
PC (personal computer)
IBM-compatible computer used to control and
monitor the Maxicom
2 system.
point of connection (POC)
A water source where the irrigation system obtains its
water. POCs are needed to set up Flo-Manager.
port
A connection device between a computer and
another component such as a printer or modem. Also
see COM port.
precipitation rate
The amount of water the irrigation system applies to
an area over time.
protected schedule
A schedule that is not erased from the CCU when a
new contact is made.
pulse decoder
A field device that measures dry contact “pulses” and
sends them to the CCU. Pulse decoders are
commonly used on flow and rain sensors.
Rain Shut Down
A feature that cancels all current irrigation and puts
the system or selected site in OFF mode. Rain Shut
Down remains on until it is manually turned off
again.
rainfall source
A type of weather source that collects data useful in
calculating the total rainfall for a site.
runtime
The amount of time a schedule or station is set to
execute.
Glossary
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