Programming the Controller

The SRC Controller is easy to program. The easy to understand dial design allows you to step through the process of programming and activate manual watering with a twist of the wrist.

The SRC display shows time and day when the controller is idle. The display changes when the dial is rotated to indicate the specific programming information to enter. When programming, the flashing portion of the display can be changed by pressing the or buttons. To change something that is not flashing, press the button until the desired field is flashing.

The SRC also provides a reference label that is attached to the inside of the controller door (no more lost or misplaced instructions!). And, extra space is provided to write in sprinkler station location information.

A full three programs, each with the ability to have four daily start times, permit plants with different watering requirements to be separated on different day schedules. Multiple start times permit morning, afternoon, and evening watering, perfect for the establishment of new lawns and thirsty annual flowers. A built-in 365 day calendar clock accommodates odd/even watering restrictions without requiring monthly reprogramming. Or just simply designate the days of the week you want to water. The SRC makes it easy.

NOTE: A basic programming rule is that whatever symbol or character is flashing will be the item programmed. For instance, if the hour is flashing when setting the time, the hour can be changed or programmed. For illustration purposes, flashing characters are in GRAY type.

Setting the Date and Time

  1. Turn the dial to the SET CURRENT DATE/TIME position.
  2. The current year will be flashing in the display: Use the or button to set the year. After setting the correct year, push the button to proceed to setting the month.
  3. The month and day will be in the display: The month will be flashing. Use the or button to set the month. Push the button to proceed to setting the day.
  4. The day will be flashing: Use the or button to set the day of the month. (The day of the week is automatically indicated by an arrow in the bottom of display pointing to the day.) Push the button to proceed to setting the time.
  5. The time will be displayed, and an arrow will be flashing on AM. Press the or buttons to select AM, PM, or 24 HR. Press the button to proceed to setting the hours.
  6. Hours will be flashing. Press the or button to change the hour shown on the display. Press the button to proceed to setting the minutes.
  7. Minutes will be flashing. Use the or button to change the minutes shown on the display. The date, day and time have now been set and the dial may be returned to the RUN position.