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Rain Bird ESP-2WIRE User Manual

Rain Bird ESP-2WIRE
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ESP-2WIRE Controller
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English
ESP-2WIRE Controller
User Manual
Welcome to Rain Bird®
Thank you for choosing Rain Bird’s ESP-2WIRE
Controller. In this manual are step by step
instructions for how to install and operate the
ESP-2WIRE.
ESP-2WIRE Controller.
WiFi Enabled
The LNK2
TM
WiFi Module allows remote connec-
tion to a Rain Bird ESP-2WIRE Controller using an
Apple iOS or Android compatible smart device.
LNK2
TM
WiFi Module.
*Sold separately
ESP-2WIRE Controller Functions
Feature Description
Maximum Stations 50 using 2-Wire path
Master Valve or Pump
Start Relay
Supported on 2-Wire
path with 2W-1
Decoders
Start Times 6
Programs 4
Program Cycles Custom Days, Odd, Even
and Cyclic
Permanent Days O By program
Master Valve Control On/Off per station
Rain Delay Supported
Rain/Freeze Sensor Supported
Rain Sensor Control Global or by station
Seasonal Adjust Global or by program
Manual Watering Run Yes
Manual Program Run Yes
Manual Test All
Stations
Yes
Short Detect Yes
Delay Between
Stations
Set by program
Accessory Port Yes (5 pin)
Save & Restore
Programming
Yes
Station Advance Yes
LNK2
TM
WiFi Module Supported
Flow Sensor Supported
Flow Watch Yes
The ESP-2WIRE Controller is
compatible with Rain Bird
2W-1 Decoders.
*Sold separately
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Rain Bird ESP-2WIRE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRain Bird
ModelESP-2WIRE
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

ESP-2WIRE Controller Functions

ESP-2WIRE Controller Functions

Details the features and capabilities of the ESP-2WIRE controller, including station capacity and supported functions.

WiFi Enabled

Enables remote connection to the controller via a smartphone app using the LNK2™ WiFi Module.

Installation

Replacing an Existing Controller

Provides steps for removing an old controller and preparing for the new installation.

Mount Controller

Instructions on how to physically mount the controller unit securely on a wall.

Outdoor Installation with Direct Wiring

POWER WIRING CONNECTIONS 120 V~

Details the electrical wiring connections for a 120V power supply to the controller.

2-Wire Installation

Overview

Introduces the 2-Wire path connection capabilities of the ESP-2WIRE controller.

2-Wire Decoder New Installation

Guides through the process of installing new decoders in a 2-Wire system, including address assignment.

Master Valve Address

Explains how the Master Valve address is assigned in a 2-Wire system configuration.

Sequential and Numerical Configuration

Decoder Address Labels

Instructions on how to apply decoder barcode labels to the programming chart.

Fill Out The Programming Chart

Guidance on entering station and run time information into the programming chart.

2-Wire Field Connections

Connect Decoders To The 2-Wire Path

Details the wiring process to connect 2W-1 Decoders to the main 2-wire path and valve solenoids.

Connect Field Wiring to the Controller

Connect Field Wiring

Describes how to route and connect field wires to the controller terminals.

Station/Decoder Auto Address Function

Explains the automatic feature to find and assign station numbers to decoders.

Clear or Change a Station's Decoder Address

Clear a Station Decoder Address

Steps to remove or clear an assigned decoder address for a specific station.

Change a Station's Decoder Address

Procedure to modify the decoder address assigned to a particular station.

Swapping Decoder Addresses In The Existing 2-Wire Configuration

Swapping Decoder Addresses

Details how swapping addresses between two stations affects their assignments.

Replacing Existing Decoders

Replacing Decoders Within The Existing 2-Wire Configuration

Instructions for replacing existing decoders and repopulating addresses using the auto-address function.

Adding New Station Decoders

Add New Decoders To The Existing 2-Wire Configuration

Procedure for adding new decoders to an existing 2-Wire system and assigning them addresses.

Clear All Decoder Addresses and Repeat Auto Address

Clear All Decoder Addresses

Steps to clear all existing decoder addresses and re-run the auto-addressing process.

ESP-2WIRE Controller Features

Controls and Settings

An overview of the controller's dial configuration and button layout for various functions.

Display Indicators

Display Indicators Table

Explains the meaning of various symbols and messages displayed on the controller screen.

Basic Programming

Auto Mode

Describes the normal operating mode where the controller waters automatically based on programmed schedules.

Off

Explains how to turn off automatic irrigation and cancel all active watering.

Manual Watering Options

Test All Stations

Initiates immediate watering for all programmed stations for testing purposes.

Run a Single Station

Allows manual watering for a single selected station or multiple stations in sequence.

Run a Single Program

Starts immediate watering for a single selected program.

Advanced Programming

Cyclic Days

Sets watering to occur at specific intervals, like every 2 or 3 days.

Odd or Even Calendar Days

Configures watering to run on all odd or even calendar days.

Seasonal Adjust

Adjusts program run times by a percentage, from 5% to 200%.

Delay Watering

Delay Watering

Suspends watering for a specified period, up to 14 days.

Permanent Days Off

Permanent Days Off

Prevents watering on specific days of the week for certain programming types.

Optional Features

Connect Weather Sensor

Instructions for connecting rain sensor wires to the controller's sensor terminals.

Connect Flow Sensor

Instructions for connecting flow sensor wires to the controller's flow terminals.

ESP-2WIRE Controller Special Features

Save Programming

Saves current programming settings for later restoration.

Troubleshooting

Guides on finding and correcting faults or solving problems with the controller.

Restore Programming

Restores the controller's programming from a previously saved state.

Set Master Valve By Station

Allows a specific station to be controlled by a master valve or pump start relay.

Set To Odd Or Even Day Watering

Configures watering to occur on all ODD or EVEN calendar days for selected programs.

Set Rain Sensor Bypass By Station

Determines if a station obeys or ignores a connected rain sensor.

Set Flow Sensor Bypass By Station

Enables or disables a flow sensor's operation on a per-station basis.

Reset To Factory Defaults

Resets all programmed schedules and settings to the controller's factory defaults.

Set Interstation Delay

Sets a delay between stations to ensure valve closure before the next station starts.

Options

Reset Button

Instructions on how to use the reset button to restart the controller.

Remote Accessories

Information about connecting external devices like the LNK2™ WiFi Module.

LNK2™ WiFi Module Installation

Steps for installing the LNK2™ WiFi Module into the controller's accessory port.

Safety Instructions

SUPPLIER'S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

FCC compliance information and declarations regarding the device's performance and safety.

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