CRCT: Irrigation Controller - Install Guide
- Alex Murphy
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PHOTO & DESCRIPTION
iZone smart reticulation gives you complete control over your garden from anywhere in the world, using the iZone app on your smart device or your iZone controller. iZone is a landscaper’s dream
8 to 24 stations
Weather forecast adjust the watering
Water the garden while away
Less water wastage
Soak & Cycle mode to reduce “run off”
Save on your water bill
iZone saves water and saves you money. Use weather forecasts and clever watering modes, iZone Reticulation can save you big time
Mounting Hole:
Use this hole mounting the iZone irrigation controller to the wall
System ON/OFF Button:
A button to manually turn the iZone irrigation controller ON or OFF
Manual Control Button:
This is useful to test or run stations if your iZone Irrigation system is installed but your Wi-Fi modem is not installed
For new home constructions - If there is a period before your Wi-Fi is installed and you need to water your garden, you can use the manual control button
Pair Button:
A button to pair the iZone irrigation controller with either your smart device or through your iZone wall controller
LED Lights:
The LED lights are used to communicate what the iZone irrigation controller is currently processing
System ON/OFF LED: Red Flashing = System Off / Green Flashing = System On
Green / Red Alternating = Not communicating with bridge
Pair LED: Blue light will flash intermittently when pairing is successful
Pump LED: Pump / Master is running = Constant red
Station LED: Station is running = Constant red
24VAC / Com / Pump:
Terminals for connecting the iZone transformer / 24V and Common
Terminal for pump or master valve / 24V, Common and Pump
Pump to be switched via suitable contactor - Max current 750 mA / Min current 50 mA
Transformer:
24V transformer supplied with iZone irrigation controller
Hole for Solenoids:
A hole to run the solenoid cables through
Conduit fixing not provided
Station Terminals:
Wire the cables from the sprinklers to their respective terminals
Station Selection:
When installing multiple iZone irrigation controllers, set the selector switch on each iZone Irrigation controller for the appropriate solenoid valves
By default the selector switch is set to 1 to 8
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Numbers | CRCT, CRC |
Power supply | Input: 24VAC 50Hz |
Power consumption | Maximum - dependent on solenoid valves used Minimum - 3.6 Watts (includes iZone transformer losses) |
Control frequency | 433 Hz |
Operating temperature range | -5oC to +60oC |
Environment | Suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Suitable waterproof conduit connections must be fitted to the iZone Irrigation module if installing outdoors. |
Size & Weight | Height: 295 mm Width: 165 mm Depth: 82 mm Weight: 1650 grams (includes transformer) |
Solenoid valves | Compatible with all 24VAC solenoid valves |
WIRING DIAGRAMS
STANDARD iZONE IRRIGATION CONTROLLER (8 STATIONS)
LINKING MULTIPLE iZONE IRRIGATION CONTROLLERS (MAXIMUM 24 STATIONS)
CONNECTING iZONE IRRIGATION TO AN EXISTING 24VAC IRRIGATION
INSTALLATION - VIA iZONE HOME APP
iZONE HOME APP AND SMART HUB
Download the iZone Home App
You will need an account with the manufacturer of your phone to enable you to download Apps from their respective store
Apple—Apple App Store
Android—Google Play Store
Login to the respective store
To search for the iZone Home App type “iZone Home” into the stores search menu
Select iZone Home and download the iZone Home App
Connect the Smart Hub to your computer network via an Ethernet port
See our guide here for installing the Smart Hub - COCB - Smart Hub - Install Guide
Plug the Smart Hub into a power outlet, switch the power outlet on
It is recommended that the Smart Hub is located in the centre of the building and as high as possible to maximise the range
iZONE IRRIGATION CONTROLLER
Remove the iZone Irrigation system from its packaging and mount it on the wall using the two mounting holes
Wire the solenoid valves and pump / master valve (if used) as per the wiring diagram
If using an iZone Irrigation transformer, install it by removing the mounting bracket and installing the transformer as shown below
Wire the 24V and common into the terminals as per the wiring diagram
Check all connections to ensure they are wired correctly and are secure
INSTALL DIAGRAM
PAIRING - VIA iZONE HOME APP
Switch the power on to the iZone Irrigation Controller
Press the pair button on the iZone Irrigation controller and at the same time press the pair button on the App home screen
The blue Pair LED will flash blue rapidly while the iZone Irrigation pairs to the Smart Hub
If you have more than 8 stations you will require additional iZone Irrigation modules to control stations 9 to16 and 17 to 24
Set the station range selector switch to the appropriate position and pair the additional iZone Irrigation modules as per above
You are now ready to configure, name and control the watering stations on your App
See our user guide here for configuring your iZone irrigation controller
CRCT: Irrigation Controller - User Guide
If you would like to control your iZone Irrigation controller when you are away from home you will need to register for our world-wide service
See our guide here for registering for the world-wide service - iZone Worldwide - Install Guide
If required, install and pair repeaters as required to ensure full and reliable control of your iZone Irrigation Controllers
INSTALLATION - VIA iZONE TOUCHSCREEN
SMART HUB
Connect the Smart Hub to your computer network via an Ethernet port
See our guide here for installing the Smart Hub - COCB - Smart Hub - Install Guide
Plug the Smart Hub into a power outlet, switch the power outlet on
It is recommended that the Smart Hub is located in the centre of the building and as high as possible to maximise the range
iZONE IRRIGATION CONTROLLER
Remove the iZone Irrigation system from its packaging and mount it on the wall using the two mounting holes
Wire the solenoid valves and pump / master valve (if used) as per the wiring diagram
If using an iZone Irrigation transformer, install it by removing the mounting bracket and installing the transformer as shown below
Wire the 24V and common into the terminals as per the wiring diagram
Check all connections to ensure they are wired correctly and are secure
INSTALL DIAGRAM
PAIRING - VIA iZONE TOUCHSCREEN
Switch the power on to the iZone Irrigation Controller
Press the pair button on the iZone Irrigation controller and at the same time press the pair button on the iZone touchscreen
The blue Pair LED will flash blue rapidly while the iZone Irrigation pairs to the Smart Hub
If you have more than 8 stations you will require additional iZone Irrigation modules to control stations 9 to16 and 17 to 24
Set the station range selector switch to the appropriate position and pair the additional iZone Irrigation modules as per above
You are now ready to configure, name and control the watering stations on your touchscreen
See our user guide here for configuring your iZone irrigation controller
CRCT: Irrigation Controller - User Guide
If you would like to control your iZone Irrigation controller when you are away from home you will need to register for our world-wide service
See our guide here for registering for the world-wide service - iZone Worldwide - Install Guide
If required, install and pair repeaters as required to ensure full and reliable control of your iZone Irrigation Controllers