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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the most

advanced and reliable remote control devices available - The 
Sidekick FM

.

We appreciate the vote of confidence you have expressed by
purchasing this TRC Irrigation Remotes product and we
welcome you to the growing family of satisfied TRC Irrigation 
Remotes product users. 

The Sidekick FM is the sixth generation of products introduced 
by TRC Irrigation Remotes since 1982.  Unique to the irrigation 
industry, The Sidekick FM uses TRC Irrigation Remotes’ 
proprietary PDTFM transmission format

,

allowing the Sidekick

FM transmitter to transmit up to 5 miles* while using only one
9V alkaline battery. 

For best results and to maximize the features and functions of 
any Sidekick FM system, carefully read this manual and keep it 
on hand for future reference. 

FCC REGULATIONS

A FCC License is not required for the owner or 

operator of this remote control device 

The Receiver has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a C l a s s - A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 
FCC Rules. The Transmitter has been tested and found to 
comply with Part 95 Subpart E.  These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference 
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. 

Canadian Certification # 32151021261 

* The Range of all Radio products is dependant on local conditions, antenna selection, 
and antenna location. 

Содержание Sidekick FM

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Страница 2: ...nsmitter to transmit up to 5 miles while using only one 9V alkaline battery For best results and to maximize the features and functions of any Sidekick FM system carefully read this manual and keep it...

Страница 3: ...re limited in duration to three years following the date of purchase These exclusions or limitations apply only in those states where permitted by law Models and Description Several differing products...

Страница 4: ...e not all Rain Bird controllers are remote port ready The Sidekick FM for Hunter PN 01016 is a controller specific receiver designed for Hunter ICC and Pro C controllers The Sidekick FM for Irritrol P...

Страница 5: ...the Receiver turning ON or OFF a selected valve as well as the Pump Start Master Valve Station of the receiver automatically When not in use the transmitter reverts to a standby mode which is designe...

Страница 6: ...es that the transmission has been completed TransmitterOperatingInstructions Valve On Valve Off To turn a valve On press the desired valve station number then press the On key Pressing Off will turn t...

Страница 7: ...rminal strip or directly to the valve wires at the controller and bypasses the controller s functions by directly activating the valves Installation Instructions The housing can be mounted to the righ...

Страница 8: ...he threaded end of the screw 5 4 Mount the housing 1 to the irrigation controller using two 6 32 x Machine screws two flat washers and two hex nuts NOTE Hardware is not provided to mount housing 1 to...

Страница 9: ...lt in damage to the receiver Operating instructions Plug the receiver directly in the connector as shown in figure 1 When the receiver is not in use close and secure the housing door 4 by tightening t...

Страница 10: ...the Sidekick receiver on more then one controller simply install another PCC RB cable in the other controller Permanent Controller Cable PCC RB Installation 1 Follow PCC installation instructions 1 5...

Страница 11: ...sconnect power from the controller to avoid accidentally damaging the controller 2 Determine where to install side B the interface receptacle See diagram on next page of the DCI 1 cable Use an existin...

Страница 12: ...ck FM Receiver Connect the interface plug to the interface receptacle on the controller Twist the plug clockwise until the plug stops Do not over tight the plug See diagram below Disconnecting the Sid...

Страница 13: ...er from the controller to avoid accidentally damaging the controller 2 Determine where to install side B the interface receptacle See diagram on next page of the DCI 1 cable Use an existing cut out or...

Страница 14: ...ck FM Receiver Connect the interface plug to the interface receptacle on the controller Twist the plug clockwise until the plug stops Do not over tight the plug See diagram below Disconnecting the Sid...

Страница 15: ...er from the controller to avoid accidentally damaging the controller 2 Determine where to install side B the interface receptacle See diagram on next page of the DCI 1 cable Use an existing cut out or...

Страница 16: ...ck FM Receiver Connect the interface plug to the interface receptacle on the controller Twist the plug clockwise until the plug stops Do not over tight the plug See diagram below Disconnecting the Sid...

Страница 17: ...DCI 1 H Installation 1 Open the front panel door of the controller housing 2 Disconnect power from the controller to avoid accidentally damaging the controller 3 Determine where to install side B the...

Страница 18: ...diagram below Disconnecting the Sidekick FM Receiver Twist the circular plug in a counterclockwise motion and remove the plug from the receptacle The Blue wire is connected to the terminal marked REM...

Страница 19: ...C Commander or Sidekick to operate as many stations as the controller has available rather than limitations of 12 24 or 32 stations Installation DCI 1 to controller Installation Refer to page 10 of th...

Страница 20: ...ntenna installation tips for proper antenna installation My Sidekick is turning off after 20 minutes The Receiver has a default 20 minute shut off When a valve is activated it remains on for 20 minute...

Страница 21: ...is noise x Mount all antennas outdoors Our Wireless Switch System both FM transmitter and receiver communicates in the RF radio frequency spectrum at 27 MHz This frequency has great characteristics fo...

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