INTRODUCTION
I-CORE INTERFACE AND KEY COMPONENTS
I-Core features include:
• Modular design expandable from 6 to 30 stations  
(plastic cabinet) and 6 to 42 stations (metal/stainless cabinet)
• 4 fully independent programs
•  Diagnostic  Dashboard
™
 monitors system operation and provides 
real-time sensor and controller status
• Real-time ow monitoring
• Remote control ready with factory installed SmartPort
®
•  Seasonal adjustment independent by program: Can be set globally, 
monthly, or through Solar Sync
•  Water Window Manager
™
: User dened hours when watering is 
allowed
•  Easy  Retrieve
™
 Memory: Saves preferred program in memory
• Large, backlit display for easy programming
• Multi-language programming capability
• Automatic short circuit protection
• Built in Solar Sync capability
Note:
-   This product should not be used for anything other than what is 
described in this document.
-   This product should only be serviced by trained and authorized personnel.
-  This product is designed for continuous outdoor use from 0˚ F/-18 ˚ C 
to 140˚ F/60˚ C.
-  These units have an IP44 rating.
-     This controller is not intended for use by young children or inrm 
persons without supervision; young children should be supervised to 
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
SET CURRENT DATE / TIME
SET PROGRAM START TIMES
SET STATION RUN TIMES
SET DAYS TO WATER
SET SEASONAL ADJUSTMENT
SET PUMP OPERATION
SYSTEM OFF
MANUAL OPERATION
ADVANCED FEATURES
SET SENSOR OPERATION
CYCLE AND SOAK
RAIN SENSOR
ACTIVE BYPASS
SETTINGS
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1.   
LCD Display
 – Backlit, adjustable contrast display
2.   
+ Button
 – Increases ashing value depending on function
3.   
– Button
 – Decreases ashing value depending on function  
4.   ▲ ▼ (Up and Down Arrow Buttons) – Used to move up and down 
through adjustable functions in various screens, and change selections 
in certain screens
5.   ◄ ► (Left and Right Arrow Buttons) – Used to move left and right 
in various screens, and change important selections such as Stations, 
Start Times, and Water Days 
6.   
PRG
 (Program Button) – Selects one of the automatic Programs (A–D), 
and also starts the test program
7. 
Programming Dial
 – Used to access all of the programming functions 
of the I-Core. The most basic automatic watering is set up in the rst 4 
dial positions
8. 
Rain Sensor Bypass Switch
 – Allows user to bypass weather sensor if 
one is installed
9. 
System Status Dashboard
 – LED lights provide system status 
information regarding sensor status, valve operation, and ow 
monitoring 
10. 
Removable Facepack
 – I-Core facepack can be removed from 
controller for remote programming
The Hunter I-Core controller is a full-featured controller for demanding commercial and high-end residential applications. Versatility is what makes the I-Core 
one of Hunter’s highest performing irrigation controllers. 
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