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Pro

 

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FM Remote Control System 

 
 
 

User Manual 

 
 

 

 

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PROMAX 

PROMAX-UA 

 
 
 
 
 

 

Document No. 500055 Rev. E 

Summary of Contents for PROMAX

Page 1: ...Pro Max FM Remote Control System User Manual Models PROMAX PROMAX UA Document No 500055 Rev E...

Page 2: ...ion 19 3 4 Disconnecting the Pro Max UA from a Non Rain Master Controller 19 3 5 Non Rain Master Controllers Lacking 24 Volts AC 19 3 6 Disconnecting the Pro Max UA from a Non Rain Master Controller 2...

Page 3: ...ollers 30 5 2 Field Wiring Shorts the Receiver and Non Rain Master Controllers 30 5 3 A Note about Solenoids 30 6 0 Troubleshooting 31 7 0 Pro Max Specifications 33 7 1 Pro Max Transmitter 33 7 2 Pro...

Page 4: ...gure 8 Pro Max UA Installation to a Non Rain Master Controller 19 Figure 9 Non Rain Master Controller 24 Volts AC 20 Figure 10 Pro Max UA Permanent Connection 21 Figure 11 Battery Replacement 28 Notic...

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Page 6: ...for and it s extremely easy for everyone to use Pro Max has been designed to give you years of dependable service To take full advantage of all the ways Pro Max can help you do your job more efficient...

Page 7: ...numbers Model No Description Pro Max Used with Rain Master only controllers See Section 2 0 Pro Max UA Used with any manufacturers 24 volt AC controller See Section 3 0 1 1 Pro Max Features Simplicit...

Page 8: ...uction with shock absorbing rubber bumpers Hard cover case for carefree transportation Reliability Utilizes three mechanisms to insure reliable interference free communications Digital filters Factory...

Page 9: ...st a piece of wire they are cut for a precise frequency of operation in order to ensure optimal performance When using antennas with the Pro Max system only utilize Rain Master specified parts which a...

Page 10: ...aster Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual Mexico Sectretaria De Comunicaciones Y Transportes Direccion General de Politicas Y Normas de Comunicaciones Av Eugenia No 197 5o Piso Mexico D F 06700 P...

Page 11: ...nnector from the Pro Max receiver into the front panel remote control jack found ON Rain Master controllers Figure 2 Complete Pro Max System Pro Max Parts List Part No Ref Description PM XMTR 1 Pro Ma...

Page 12: ...re the controller is in the Automatic mode press the controllers QUIT key Step 2 Make sure the controller s Rain Switch if so equipped is in the automatic watering position Step 3 Place the Pro Max re...

Page 13: ...ler 2 1 2 Disconnecting the Receiver from a Rain Master Controller To disconnect the Pro Max Pro Max receiver follow the procedure below Step 1 Disconnect the Pro Max receiver s plug from the controll...

Page 14: ...cess codes are required whenever one Pro Max transmitter controls multiple Pro Max Pro Max receivers 2 Part No PMRKIT Permanently mounted Pro Max receiver Antenna Pro Max ANT All interconnecting cable...

Page 15: ...Pro Max User s Manual Rain Master Irrigation Systems Figure 5 Pro Max Transmitter PM XMTR Page 10...

Page 16: ...rn On Station 12 Turn Off Station 12 Turn On Master Valve Pump Turn Off Master Valve Pump Note Any prior operating station will turn OFF when an Auto Up Auto Down Station On Station Off key is pressed...

Page 17: ...FF and Increment the stations selected From Last Station ADD STATIONS ADD STATIONS ADD STATIONS 1 2 6 When this function is used with the Rain Master RME Sentar RME Hawk or Evolution DX2 controllers t...

Page 18: ...ax Receiver 15 Controller now accepts all remote keys Disable Pro Max Receiver 15 Disable All Pro Max Receivers ACCESS CODE 1 5 5 1 ACCESS CODE ACCESS CODE This function only works with the following...

Page 19: ...Control System with the Rain Master Evolution DX2 Controller Evolution DX2 Master Valve Function Keystrokes Turn On Master Valve One Turn ON Master Valve Two Turn On Normally Open Master Valve Closes...

Page 20: ...of manufacturer This system consists of Figure 6 Complete Pro Max UA System Pro Max UA Parts List Part No Ref Description PM XMTR 1 Pro Max Remote radio transmitter PM RCVR 2 Pro Max Remote receiver...

Page 21: ...e from Rain Master Secondly the controller serves as a point of connection for the field wires and the Pro Max receiver s output Usually the point of connection is the terminal strip or a quick discon...

Page 22: ...in the system make sure you understand how they are controlled before hooking up the Master Valve and or Pump wire of the Permanent Connector If there is any doubt find out before connecting it to a v...

Page 23: ...of the meter to read each of the 24 Volt AC terminals Connect the PC cables 24 Volt AC wire to whichever terminal gives a reading of 24 Volt AC on the meter If the controller does not have any termina...

Page 24: ...the following procedure Step 1 Disconnect the large 37 pin connector plug from the universal adaptor by grasping the plug s body not by the cable and pull straight out 3 5 Non Rain Master Controllers...

Page 25: ...the two wires designated for 24 Volts AC and COMMON There is no need to worry about the polarity of these two connections Additionally connect the PC cables COMMON wire to the controller s COMMON term...

Page 26: ...Rain Master Irrigation Systems Pro Max User s Manual 3 9 Keystroke Operation Refer to section 2 3 CMAD 32PC 32EX Figure 10 Pro Max UA Permanent Connection Page 21...

Page 27: ...ning a station ON for a certain period of time will automatically select the proper master valve and or pump as required in order to perform irrigation With the older Rain Master RT5 series remote sys...

Page 28: ...d you know it has a problem but you don t know which station has the problem Simply hook up the Pro Max receiver go out to the field and press Auto Up until you find the problem then use the ON and OF...

Page 29: ...l Example S N RX031001 007 001 The access code appears as the third set of 3 digits last digits following the second dash in this case the access code is 001 Example To enable Pro Max receiver number...

Page 30: ...e the controller if excessive current is drawn Caution should be exercised when using this feature Note The Add Stations only allows up to 5 stations and 1 master valve to be turned ON at the same tim...

Page 31: ...60 minutes have elapsed 4 8 1 Program Off Key Pressing the OFF key while the program is running will turn the program off and the controller returns to the Automatic Mode of the operation Similarly wh...

Page 32: ...starts When the station run time is complete either by the operator pressing the OFF key or the run time as elapsed the controller will return to the status of a newly connected remote AUTO UP will tu...

Page 33: ...ad be an intermittent fast beep The battery should be replaced immediately The Pro Max transmitter battery is a 6 volt dual lithium battery pack GE Sanyo CR P2 Duracell DL223A Energizer EL223AP or equ...

Page 34: ...and secure it with the two screws This ends the battery replacement procedure The Pro Max transmitter has been designed to minimize power consumption to prolong battery life Power is only consumed fo...

Page 35: ...r protects the unit and controller transformer against damage due to short circuits in solenoids or field wiring If you attempt to turn on a valve which has a wiring problem the Pro Max will sense the...

Page 36: ...n re insert Upon re insertion of the cable listen for a Pro Max receiver tone s One tone OK approximately 1 2 second Two tones OK see Section 4 6 Access Codes Any other tones contact factory Press the...

Page 37: ...ax UA Check installation and antenna connections see Section 3 2 Figure 8 and Figure 9 Remove the large 37 pin connector from the universal adapter assembly and then re insert Upon re insertion of the...

Page 38: ...ght 12 oz 7 2 Pro Max Receiver Operating Frequency 154 600 MHz Sensitivity 0 4 micro volt typical Power Source 22 32 Volts AC 50 60 Hz Operating Temperature Range 0 to 60 degrees Celsius 32 to 140 Fah...

Page 39: ...ator clips for up to 32 stations and Master Valve Pump on non Rain Master controllers RMIS Part Number 32EX 48 extension cable to connect to Pro Max receiver and PC or TC cables Typical use with CMAD...

Page 40: ...r Irrigation Systems Inc and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser Correction of defects in the manner and period of time described herein shall constitute complete fulfill...

Page 41: ...ital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This...

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