X-CORE®

Owner’s Manual and

Programming Instructions

XCORE



Residential Irrigation Controller

SEASONAL ADJUSTMENT

WATER DAYS

START TIMES

SYSTEM OFF

CURRENT TIME/DAY

RUN TIMES

ACTIVE

SENSOR BYPASS

RUN

MANUAL-ONE STATION

SEASONAL ADJUSTMENT

WATER DAYS

START TIMES

SYSTEM OFF

CURRENT TIME/DAY

RUN TIMES

ACTIVE

SENSOR BYPASS

RUN

MANUAL SINGLE STATION

XCORE COMPONENTS ................................................................... 4

MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER TO WALL .......................................8

CONNECTING VALVES AND TRANSFORMER .................................9

ACTIVATING THE BATTERY .......................................................... 10

REPLACING THE BATTERY ........................................................... 10

CONNECTING A MASTER VALVE .................................................... 11

CONNECTING A PUMP START RELAY ............................................12

CONNECTING A HUNTER “CLIK” WEATHER SENSOR ...................13

Testing the Weather Sensor ........................................................13

Manually Bypassing the Weather Sensor ....................................13

CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR ................. 14

Installing Solar Sync Sensor ....................................................... 14

Installing the Wireless Solar Sync ............................................. 14

Solar Sync Settings .................................................................... 14

Region



.................................................................................. 15

Water Adjustment



.................................................................16

Uninstalling a Solar Sync Sensor ................................................ 14

Calibration/Setup .......................................................................17

Solar Sync Delay Feature .............................................................18

CONNECTING A HUNTER REMOTE ................................................19

Connecting to a Hunter Remote (not included) ...........................19

To install the SmartPort connector ..............................................19

POWER FAILURES ......................................................................19

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER ............................................20

Setting the Date and Time .....................................................21

Setting the Program Start Time(s) .........................................21

Eliminating a Program Start Time ...............................................21

Setting Station Run Times ......................................................21

Setting Days To Water ...........................................................21

Selecting Specic Days of the Week to Water .............................21

Selecting Odd or Even Days to Water .........................................22

Selecting Interval Watering .................................................22

Setting Event Day(s) O .............................................................22

Automatic Watering ............................................................... 22

System O ...........................................................................22

Programmable Rain O ..............................................................23

Seasonal Adjustment ............................................................ 23

Manually Run a Single Station

.............................................23

One-Touch Manual Start and Advance .......................................24

ADVANCED FEATURES .............................................................. 25

Programmable Sensor Override ................................................. 25

Test Program of All Stations ....................................................... 25

Hunter Quick Check Diagnostics ............................................... 25

Easy Retrieve™ Program Memory .............................................. 26

Programmable Delay Between Stations ..................................... 26

Resetting Controller / Clearing Controllers Memory ..................26

Clik Delay Instructions ................................................................ 27

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..........................................................30

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................... 33

Operating Specications ............................................................ 33

Electrical Specications .............................................................. 33

Explanation of Symbols ..............................................................33

CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES ..34

TABLE OF CONTENTS

XCORE COMPONENTS

LCD Display

Run Times

Allows user to set each valve station run time from 1 minute to 4 hours

Start Times

Allows 1 to 4 start times to be set in each program

3 Station Number

Indicates currently selected station number

4 Program Designator

Identies program (A, B, or C) in use

5 Day of the Week

Identies day of the week

6 Interval Watering

Identies month when programming current date

7 Odd/Even Watering

Identies if Odd or Even watering has been selected

8 Flashing Sprinkler

Indicates that watering is taking place

System O

Allows user to discontinue all programs and watering. Also allows the user to set the programmable

“rain o,” which stops watering for a period from 1 to 7 days.

Umbrella

Indicates that the rain sensor is active

Seasonal Adjustment

Allows the user to make run time changes according to the seasons without reprogramming the controller.

Bars on the le allow quick visual reference to the seasonal adjustment percentage. When using Solar Sync

ET Sensor, will display seasonal adjust updated daily by sensor.

Rain Drop

Indicates watering will occur on the selected day

Crossed Rain Drop

Indicates the watering will NOT occur on the selected day

Calendar

Indicates interval watering schedule has been programmed. Icon also appears when programming the

current day

XCORE COMPONENTS

Terminal

block for -E

(International

models only)

Note: Plug may

look dierent from

illustration

Indoor Model

Outdoor Model

(Internal Transformer

Included)

XCORE COMPONENTS

Wiring Compartment

15 Lithium Battery

The replaceable lithium battery (included) allows the controller to be programmed in the absence

of AC power. In addition, the battery will provide power for backup timekeeping in the event of a

power outage.

16 Internal Junction Box Junction box in outdoor models for making AC power connections

17 Terminal Strip Use to attach transformer, sensor, and valve wires from their source to the controller

18 Reset Button Use to reset the controller (located on right side of controller)

19 REM Allows for connection of Hunter SmartPort

and Hunter Remote Controls

20 Sensor Bypass Switch

Ignores “Clik” weather sensor input when in Bypass position

Control Buttons

Button Increases the selected item ashing in the display

Button Decreases the selected item ashing in the display

Button

Returns selected ashing display to previous item

Button

Advances the selected ashing display to the next item

Button

Selects program A, B, or C for dierent watering zone requirements

XCORE COMPONENTS

Dial Settings

Run Normal dial position for all controller automatic and manual operation

Current Time/Day

Allows current day and clock time to be set

Start Times

Allows 1 to 4 start times to be set in each program

Run Times

Allows user to set each valve station run time from 1 minute to 4 hours

Water Days

Allows the user to select interval days to water

Seasonal Adjustment

Allows user to make run time changes according to the seasons without reprogramming the controller.

Bars on the le allow quick visual reference to the seasonal adjustment percentage.

Manual-One Station

Allows user to activate a one-time watering of a single valve

System O

Allows user to discontinue all programs and watering. Also allows the user to set the programmable

“rain o,” which stops watering for a period from 1 to 7 days

SOLAR SYNC Settings

Allows user to program settings when using Solar Sync ET Sensor

External Transformer (Indoor Model Only)

A plug in transformer is provided to supply AC power to the controller

MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER TO WALL

Note: The indoor version of the X-Core is not water-

proof or weather-resistant, and must be installed indoors

or in a protected area.

1. Secure one screw into the wall. Install screw anchors if attaching

to drywall or masonry wall.

2. Slide the keyhole on top of the controller over the screw.

3. Secure the controller in place by installing screws in the holes

below the terminal strip.

NOTE:Do not plug transformer into power source until

controller is mounted and all valve wiring has

been connected.

NOTE: For XC - x01 - A: If the supply cord is damaged, it

must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent,

or a similarly qualied person in order to

avoid hazard.

NOTE: The door on outdoor units must remain closed

for maximum water resistance.

Installation of the X-Core should only be done by trained personnel.

1. Route valve wires between the control valve location and controller.

2. At valves, attach a common wire to either solenoid wire on all

valves. This is most commonly a white colored wire. Attach a

separate control wire to the remaining wire of each valve. All

wire connections should be done using waterproof connectors.

3. Route the valve wires through the conduit. Attach the conduit

through the bottom right side of the controller.

4. Secure the white valve common wire to the C (Common) screw

on the terminal strip. Attach each of the individual valve control

wires to the appropriate station terminals and tighten their

screws.

5. Indoor Models: route the transformer cable through the hole on

the le side of the controller and connect the wires to the two

screws marked 24 VAC.

Outdoor Models: transformer wires are already connected to the

AC terminals so all that is required is to connect primary power

to the junction box (see below).

NOTE: X-Core outdoor models are water and

weather-resistant throughout document. Connecting

the outdoor X-Core to primary AC power should only be

done by a licensed electrician following all local codes.

Improper installation could result in shock or re hazard.

High Voltage Wiring (Outdoor Model only)

1. Route AC power cable and conduit through the ½" (13 mm)

conduit opening on the le side bottom of the cabinet.

2. Connect one wire to each of the two wires inside the junction

box. The ground wire should be connected to the green wire.

Wire nuts are provided to make these connections.

Note: For –E models only: Connect the wires to the AC

terminal block inside the junction box. AC supply wires must

be 14 AWG (1.85 mm) or larger with appropriate circuit breaker

for the wire size. A switch or circuit-breaker shall be included

in the building installation (in close proximity to the controller,

within easy reach of the operator) and marked as the discon-

necting device for the equipment.

3. Replace the junction box cover.

Valve Common Wire

CONNECTING VALVES AND TRANSFORMER

BAT

Connect the two transformer

wires to the two AC Terminals

Valve 4

Valve 3

Valve 2

Valve 1

Valve

Wires

NOTE: The indoor transformer cable should not be cut.

If the cable is cut, the red and white wires in the cable

must be joined together, or the controller will not work.

ACTIVATING THE BATTERY

REPLACING THE BATTERY

A high-energy lithium battery is included with your X-Core

controller. The battery allows the user to remotely program the

controller without connecting AC power. It is also used to keep

the current time and day during power outage conditions.

To replace the battery:

1. Remove the screw from the battery holder.

2. Slide the battery holder down to access the battery.

3. Remove and replace the new battery into the battery holder

and reinstall the battery holder.

NOTE: This positive(+) side of the battery should face

the inside of the battery holder.

Battery type: CR2032 3V

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BAT

Battery Compartment

Lithium Battery

Battery

Holder

(--)

(+)

Aer installing your X-Core, make sure to remove the battery

contact insulator to allow the X-Core to keep time in the event of

a power outage.

CAUTION:

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect

type. Dispose of used batteries according to the

instructions.

CONNECTING A MASTER VALVE

NOTE: Complete this section only if you have a

master valve installed in your irrigation system. A

master valve is a “normally closed” valve installed at the

supply point of the main line that opens only when the

controller initiates a watering program.

At the Master Valve, attach the common wire to either solenoid

wire of the valve. Attach a separate control wire to the remaining

solenoid wire.

2. The common wire should be attached to the C terminal inside the

controller. The other wire coming from the master valve should

be attached to the P terminal inside the controller. Tighten each

terminal screw.

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24VA C

BAT

Master Valve

Valve 2

Valve 1

Valve 3

Valve 4

Master

Valve Wire

Valve Common Wire

Valve Wires

PSR Series

Pump Start Relay

15 ft Minimum (4.5 m)

To Pump

START TIMES

SEASONAL ADJUSTMENT

WATER DAYS

ALL

MANUAL-ALL STATIONS

START TIMES

SYSTEM OFF

CURRENT TIME/DAY

RUN TIMES

ACTIVE

SENSOR BYPASS

RUN

NOTE: Complete this section only if you have a

pump start relay installed. A pump start relay is

a device that uses a signal from the controller to

actuate a separate electrical circuit to energize a pump

to provide water to your system.

CONNECTING A PUMP START RELAY

The controller should be mounted at least a 15  (4.5 m) away from

both the pump start relay and pump to minimize any potential

electrical interference.

1. Route a pair of wires from the pump relay into the controller.

2. Connect a common wire to the C (common - typically a white

wire) terminal inside the controller and connect the remaining

wire from the pump start relay to the P (Pump) terminal.

Relay holding current draw must not exceed 0.3 A. Do not connect

the controller directly to the pump or damage to the controller

will result.

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start-relay

CONNECTING A HUNTER “CLIK” WEATHER SENSOR

A Hunter weather sensor or other micro-switch type weather

sensors can be connected to the X-Core. The purpose of this sensor

is to stop automatic watering when weather conditions dictate.

1. Remove the metal jumper plate that is attached across the two

SEN terminals inside the controller.

2. Connect one wire to one SEN terminal and the other wire to the

other SEN terminal.

When the weather sensor has

deactivated automatic watering, the

OFF, and icon will appear on the

display.

Testing the Weather Sensor

The X-Core provides simplied testing of a rain sensor when the

sensor is wired into the sensor circuit. You can manually test proper

operation of the rain sensor by running an AUTO CYCLE or by

activating the system using the One Touch AUTO CYCLE (See page

22). During the Manual cycle, pressing the top spindle on the Hunter

sensor will interrupt watering.

Manually Bypassing the Weather Sensor

If the rain sensor is interrupting irrigation,

you can bypass it by using the bypass switch

on the front of the controller. Slide the

switch to the SENSOR BYPASS position to

disable the rain sensor from the system to

allow for controller operation. When using

the MANUAL – ONE STATION function, the

controller will automatically bypass sensor inputs for the selected

time. Once complete, the controller will default to selected settings.

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REM

24VA C

BAT

/DAY

ACTIVE

BYPASS

NOTE: Enabling the Sensor Bypass switch has no

eect on the seasonal adjust updates from the Solar

Sync sensor. It will, however, bypass the Rain Clik

and Freeze - Clik functionality of the sensor.

CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR

The X-Core is compatible with the Solar Sync and Wireless Solar

Sync systems. Solar Sync is a sensor system that will automatically

adjust the X-Core controller’s watering schedule (based on changes

in local climate condition) by using the Seasonal Adjust function. The

Solar Sync uses a solar and temperature sensor to determine evapo-

transpiration (ET), or the rate at which plants and turf use water, and

also includes Hunter Rain Clik and Freeze Clik technology that will

shut down irrigation when it rains and/or during freezing conditions.

NOTE: Solar Sync will apply a default seasonal adjust

value of 100% until the rst full day (24 - hour period)

of weather measurements have been received from the

sensor.

NOTE: Enabling the Sensor Bypass switch has no eect

on the seasonal adjust updates from the Solar Sync sen-

sor. It will, however, bypass the Rain Clik and Freeze Clik

functionality of the sensor.

Installing Solar Sync Sensor

Connect the Green and Black wire from the Solar Sync Sensor to the

“SEN” wiring terminals on the X-Core controller, similar to picture

on page 11. It does not matter which

wire connects to which terminal. Turn

the dial to the “Solar Sync Settings”

position. The display will initially show

dashed lines and then will show the

default Region setting (3) on the le

and the default Water Adjustment setting (5) on the right. Adjust

the Region as needed by using the

and buttons (refer to page

13 for explanation of Solar Sync Region setting). Use the button

to advance to the right to adjust the Water Adjust setting as needed

(see page 14 for explanation of Water Adjust setting).

Installing the Wireless Solar Sync

Connect the Green and Black wire from the Wireless Solar Sync

Receiver to the “SEN” wiring terminals on the X-Core controller. It

does not matter which wire connects to which terminal. Turn the dial

to the “Solar Sync Settings” position. The display will initially show

dashed lines and then will show the default Region setting (3) on

the le and the default Water Adjustment setting (5) on the right.

Adjust the region as needed by using

the and buttons (refer to page

13 for explanation of Solar Sync Region

setting). Use the button to advance

to the right to adjust the Water Adjust

setting as needed (see page 14 for

explanation of Water Adjust setting).

Solar Sync Settings

Once the Solar Sync sensor is connected to the X-Core controller,

two numbers will appear in the display when the dial is turned to the

Solar Sync Settings position. The number on the le of the screen is

the Region setting, and the number on the right on the screen is the

Water Adjustment setting (as shown above).

NOTE: The Solar Sync module is not required for

installation using the X-core Controller.

CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR

Region



For accurate Solar Sync measurements, the controller needs to

be programmed for the average peak season ET for your region. Use

the table below to determine your region.

The table will assist you in identifying the type of region you live

in. There are four basic ET regions, each with descriptions of the

region, along with typical ET and temperature characteristics. It is

recommended that, if possible, the region be chosen based upon

average July ET or peak summer ET (inches/mm per day).

Use the following table for choosing your region (reference below).

You can use methods A, B or C to help you choose which region is

best for your area:

A: Based upon the ET of your region using the average July ET

or peak summer ET (inches/mm per day). This is the preferred

option when selecting your region.

B: Based upon the temperature for your region using the average

July or the driest month high temperature (not the highest

temperature for July).

C: Based upon the general description of your region.

• U.S. Northern States

• Coastal Regions

If the average July ET is

< 0.17" (4.3 mm) per day

If the average temperature for July is

65°– 75°

(18°C – 24°C)

If the average temperature for July is

75° – 85°

(24°C – 29°C)

• Mountains

• U.S. Northern Inland States

If the average July ET is 0.18" – 0.23"

(4.6 mm – 5.8 mm) per day

• U.S. Southern States

• Inland/High Desert

If the average July ET is 0.24" – 0.29"

(6.1 mm – 7.4 mm) per day

If the average temperature for July is

85° – 95°

(29°C – 35°C)

• Deserts

If the average July ET is > 0.30"

(7.6 mm) per day

If the average temperature for July is

95° – 105°

(35°C – 41°C)

* For Southern hemisphere locations, use the month of January.

Region

IF ANY OF THE CHOICES IN THE ROWS APPLY TO YOUR SITUATION, THEN THAT IS YOUR REGION SETTING CHOICE.

A B C

CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR

Water Adjustment



The Water Adjustment is a 1 to 10 scale that allows for easy

adjustment of the Seasonal Adjust value from the Solar Sync

ET Sensor. Upon installation of the Solar Sync ET Sensor, it is

recommended that the Water Adjustment setting stay at the default

value of 5. However, aer installation, if you nd that the seasonal

adjust value is lower or higher than expected, the Water Adjustment

value can be modied to modify the Seasonal Adjust output value.

See Calibration/Setup on page 15 for explanation of how to use

Water Adjustment scale to ne - tune seasonal adjust output value.

NOTE: If an individual zone is “wetter” or “drier” than

the rest of the system, simply increase or

decrease the amount of run time on the controller.

Uninstalling a Solar Sync Sensor

If a Solar Sync sensor has been installed on the X-Core controller,

then the seasonal adjust value used by the controller will be

calculated from the weather data supplied by the Solar Sync sensor.

If it is decided that the Solar Sync sensor will no longer be used

with the X-Core controller, it must be uninstalled. If the Solar Sync

sensor is not uninstalled, the controller will not allow the seasonal

adjust value to be manually changed. For example, if the seasonal

adjust value shown on the controller was 50% when the Solar Sync

sensor was removed, it will remain 50% until the Solar Sync sensor is

uninstalled.

To uninstall the Solar Sync sensor, simply disconnect the green and

black wires from the controller terminal and then turn the dial to

the “Solar Sync Settings” position. The display should show dashes,

indicating that the controller no longer recognizes the Solar Sync

sensor for calculation of seasonal adjustment. Now the seasonal

adjust value can be changed manually by turning the knob to the

“Seasonal Adjust” position and using the or button to adjust

the value.

CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR

Calibration/Setup

Aer Solar Sync has been installed and programmed, it is recommended to allow the system to run for a few days at the initial setting.

Because of the variety in site conditions (including sensor location, amount of direct sunlight available to the sensor, reective heat from

surrounding structures, etc), the initial setting may require adjustment in order to arrive at the desired performance. The calibration

of the Solar Sync to a particular site can easily be accomplished by adjusting the Region and/or Water Adjustment settings. The instructions

below outline this process:

1. Install Solar Sync sensor

2. Program Region and allow system to operate at initial setting for a minimum of 3 days (see page 13 for instructions on how to determine

proper Region setting).

3. Observe the Seasonal Adjust on the controller. If the Seasonal Adjust amount appears to be lower or higher than expected for that time of

year, the Solar Sync settings need to be adjusted.

a. Seasonal Adjust too low: Turn the dial to the Solar Sync settings position. Increase the value on the Water Adjustment scale (10 is max). Once

the setting is changed, the controller will immediately be updated with the new Seasonal Adjust %. Increase the Water Adjustment setting

until the desired Seasonal Adjust % is shown. If you max out the Water Adjustment scale at 10 and still require more Seasonal Adjust, move

down to the next lower Region (from Region 4 to 3, for example).

b. Seasonal Adjust too high: Turn the dial to the Solar Sync settings position. Decrease the value on the Water Adjustment scale (default setting

is 5). Once the setting is changed, the controller will immediately be updated with the new Seasonal Adjust %. Decrease the Water Adjustment

setting until the desired Seasonal Adjust % is shown. If you minimize the Water Adjustment scale down to 1 and still require a reduction in

Seasonal Adjust, move up to the next Region (from Region 2 to 3, for example).

Station Run Times: It is important to understand that Solar Sync provides a global seasonal adjustment to the controller. This means that

all station run times will be modied by the seasonal adjust percentage shown. When programming the controller, the run times should be

entered that represent peak season watering schedules. If the Solar Sync is adjusting to the appropriate seasonal adjust value but the run time

for a particular station appears to be too long/short, adjust the station run time in the controller program.

Solar Sync Delay for X-CORE

The delay feature is accessible only aer the installation

of the Solar Sync. The Solar Sync Delay feature allows the user to

postpone seasonal adjustment changes from being made

by Solar Sync for up to 99 days.

While the Solar Sync Delay is active, the Solar Sync will continue to

collect and store data.

Operation:

To access the Solar Sync Delay setting:

1. Place the dial in the RUN position; press and hold the button,

rotate the dial to the Solar Sync position then release the

button. The following screen will be presented: d:XX (where d

indicates days and XX indicates the number of days

to be delayed).

2. Press the or button to increase/decrease the number

of days the delay should run. Once the desired number of days

is displayed, move the dial back to the RUN position to activate

the delay.

To change the existing Delay days setting:

1. Open the Solar Sync Delay menu by pressing the button and

rotating the dial to Solar Sync Settings and release the

button.

2. Use the + or - keys to modify the number of days until desired

numbers of delay days is displayed. (Setting the days to 00 turns

Solar Sync Delay to OFF.)

3. Return the dial to the RUN position for the changes to

take eect.

While Solar Sync Delay is active, the Solar Sync will continue

to gather weather information and calculate the Seasonal

Adjust Value. The updated seasonal adjust will be applied once the

Solar Sync Delay days reach 00.

NOTE: The number of days remaining will not be

displayed on the RUN screen. To check if the Delay

feature is active, open the Solar Sync Delay menu

and check the days displayed. If 1 or more days are

displayed, then Solar Sync Delay is active, if 00 is

displayed, then Solar Sync Delay is not active.

SOLAR SYNC DELAY FEATURE

CONNECTING A HUNTER REMOTE

Connecting to a Hunter Remote (not included)

The X-Core Controller is compatible with Hunter Remote Controls

(not included). The SmartPort

wiring harness (included with all

Hunter Remotes) allows for fast and easy use of the Hunter controls.

The Hunter remotes make it possible for you to operate the system

without having to walk back and forth to the controller.

To install the SmartPort connector

1. Install a ⁄" Female threaded “Tee” in

the eld wiring conduit (not included)

approximately 12 inches below the

X-Core.

2. Feed the red, white, and blue wires

of the harness through the base of

the “Tee” and into the wiring

compartment as shown.

3. Screw the SmartPort harness

housing into the “Tee” as shown.

4. Attach the red, white, and blue SmartPort wires to the

controller terminal as shown below:

• Red wire to le side “24 VAC” terminal

• White wire to right side “24 VAC” terminal

• Blue wire to “REM” terminal

/2" Thread

To Controller

Pre-assembled Assembled

POWER FAILURES

Due to the possibility of power failures, the controller has non-volatile memory. Programmed information will never be lost due to a power

outage. The lithium battery will keep the correct time without AC power. Normal watering will resume when AC power is restored.

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red

white

blue

NOTE: P/N 258200 can be used as

an alternate method to mount the

SmartPort connector.

NOTE: A basic programming rule is that whatever

symbol or character is ashing will be the item

programmed. For instance, if the hour is ashing

when setting the time, the hour can be changed or

programmed. For illustration purposes in this manual,

ashing characters are in GRAY type.

The X-Core display shows the time and day when the controller is

idle. The display changes when the dial is rotated to indicate the

specic programming information to enter. When programming, the

ashing portion of the display can be changed by pressing the

buttons. To change something that is not ashing, press the

or buttons until the desired eld is ashing.

Three programs A, B, and C, each with the ability to have four daily

start times, permit plants with dierent watering requirements to be

separated on dierent day schedules.

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER

Setting the Date and Time

1. Turn the dial to the CURRENT TIME/DAY position.

2. The current year will be ashing. Use the or buttons to

change the year. Aer setting the year, press the

button to

proceed to setting the month.

3. The month and day will be in the display. The month will be ash-

ing and the icon will be displayed. Use the or

buttons to change the month. Press the

button to proceed

to setting the day.

4. The day will be ashing and the icon will be displayed. Use

the or buttons to change the day. Press the

button to

proceed to setting the time.

5. The time will be displayed. Use the and buttons to select

AM, PM, or 24 hour. Press the

button to move to hours. Hours

will be ashing. Use the and buttons to change the hour

shown on the display. Press the

button to move to minute.

Minutes will be ashing. Use the and buttons to change

the minutes shown on the display. The date, day, and time have

now been set.

CURRENT TIME/DA Y

Setting the Program Start Time(s)

1. Turn the dial to the START TIMES position.

2. The factory preset is set on program A. If

necessary, you can select program B, or C

by pressing the button.

3. Use the or button to change the start

time. (The start times advance in 15 -

minute increments).

4. Press the button to add an additional start time, or button

for the next program.

NOTE: One start time will activate all stations sequentially

in that program. This eliminates the need to enter each

station’s start time. Multiple start times in a program can be

used for separate morning, aernoon, or evening watering

cycles. Start times may be entered in any order. The X-Core

will automatically sort them.

Eliminating a Program Start Time

With the dial set to START TIMES position,

push the or button until you reach 12:00

AM (Midnight). From here, push the button

once to reach the OFF position.

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER

Setting Station Run Times

1. Turn the dial to RUN TIMES position.

2. The display will show the last program

selected (A, B, or C), the station number

selected, icon, and the station will

be ashing. You can switch to another

program by pressing the button.

3. Use the or button to change the station run time on the display.

You can set the run times from 0 to 4 hours.

4. Press the button to advance to the next station.

Setting Days To Water

1. Turn the dial to the WATER DAYS position.

2. The display will show the last program

selected (A, B, or C). You can switch to

another program by pressing the button.

3. The controller will display the seven days of the week (MO, TU,

WE, TH, FR, SA, SU). Each day will have a icon or a icon

above the day. The icon would represent an “On” water day,

while a icon would represent an “O” watering day.

Selecting Specic Days of the Week

to Water

1. With the cursor on a specic day (the

cursor will always start with MO), press

the button to activate a particular day of the week to water.

Press the button to cancel watering for that day. Aer pressing a

button the cursor automatically advances to the next day.

2. Repeat step 1 until all desired days have been selected.

The selected days will show a to indicate their status is ON. The

last is the last day of watering for that program.

WATER DAYS

START TIMES

RUN TIMES

START TIMES

Press the right arrow to eliminate a second

start time.

Selecting Odd or Even Days to Water

This feature uses numbered day(s) of the month for watering

instead of specic days of the week (odd days: 1st, 3rd, 5th, etc.;

even days: 2nd, 4th, 6th, etc.).

1. Press the

right arrow until the cursor is over SU.

2. Press the right arrow one more time, and

Odd will appear, with the [raindrop icon].

If Odd is desired, turn the dial back to

the Run position.

3. If even day watering is desired, press the

button once. The icon and EVEN will

be displayed. You can move back and forth

from ODD to EVEN by pressing the

but-

tons.

NOTE: The 31st of any month and February 29th are always

“o” days if Odd watering is selected.

Selecting Interval Watering

With this option you can select interval watering from 1 to 31 days.

1. With the cursor on EVEN or ODD, press the

button once and the

icon will appear and a 1 ashing in the display. Interval watering

schedule appears on the display.

2. Press the

or button to select the

number of days between watering

days (from 1 to 31 days). This is called

the interval.

The controller will water the selected

program at the next start time and will

then water at the interval programmed.

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER

Setting Event Day(s) O

The X-Core allows you to program a No Water Day(s). This feature

is useful to inhibit watering on specic day(s). For example, if you

always mow the lawn on Saturdays, you would designate Saturday

as a No Water Day so that you are not mowing wet grass.

1. Turn the dial to the WATER DAYS position.

2. Enter an interval watering schedule as described on page 19.

3. Press the button to scroll to the No Water Days at the bottom

of the display. MO will be ashing.

4. Use the button until the cursor is at the day of the week you

wish to set as a No Water Day.

5. Press the button to set this day as a no water day. The will

illuminate over this day.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until all desired event day(s) are o.

NOTE: You also have the option in the interval

watering schedule to program Odd or Even days o.

Automatic Watering

Aer programming the X-Core, set the dial to the

RUN position to enable automatic execution of all

selected watering programs and start times.

System O

Valves currently watering will be shut o aer

the dial is turned to the SYSTEM OFF position

for two seconds. All active programs are

discontinued and watering is stopped. To return

the controller to normal automatic operation,

simply return the dial to the RUN position.

MON TUE WED THU FR SAT SUN ODD EVEN

RUN

SYSTEM OFF

Even

Note: To exit Interval Mode (if it is not desired) press the le

arrow button until the Day of Week display is shown again.

SYSTEM OFF

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER

Programmable Rain O

This feature permits the user to stop all

programmed waterings for a designated period

from 1 to 7 days. At the end of the programmed

rain o period, the controller will resume

normal automatic operation.

1. Turn the dial to the SYSTEM OFF

position. Wait for OFF to be displayed.

2. Press the button as many times as

needed to set the number of days o

(up to 7 days).

3. Turn the dial back to the RUN position at

which OFF, a number, the and icons

will be displayed.

The days o remaining will decrease at

midnight each day. When it goes to zero,

the display will show normal time of day

and normal irrigation will resume at the

next scheduled start time.

Seasonal Adjustment

Seasonal Adjustment is used to make global run time changes

without reprogramming the entire

controller. To use the Seasonal Adjustment

feature:

1. Turn the dial to the SEASONAL

ADJUSTMENT position.

2. The display will now show a ashing

number followed by a %, as well as the

bar graph which always remains on the

display. Press the or button to

adjust the percentage of the seasonal adjustment. Each bar on the

graph represents 10%. This feature can adjust the controller from

10% to 150% of the original program.

To view the adjusted run times, simply turn the dial to the RUN

TIMES position, the displayed run time will be updated accordingly

as the seasonal adjustment is made.

NOTE:

When using a Hunter “Clik” weather sensor, the Seasonal

Adjustment value can be adjusted as described.

When using the Solar Sync ET sensor, the Seasonal Adjustment

value is automatically updated daily based on the Solar Sync sensor.

The Solar Sync ET sensor measures weather patterns, determines

the optimal Seasonal Adjustment value, and then updates the

controller on a daily basis. This value can be overridden manually by

pressing the

or buttons to the desired Seasonal Adjustment

value. However, it is important to understand that the manually

adjusted Seasonal Adjustment value will be replaced at midnight

by the new updated value from the Solar Sync sensor.

To revert to a manually adjusted mode, the Solar Sync sensor must

be uninstalled. See page 14 for instructions on how to uninstall the

Solar Sync sensor.

Manually Run a Single Station

RUN

SEASONAL

ADJUSTMENT

The controlle should always be initially

programmed in the 100% position.

1. Turn dial to MANUAL –

ONE STATION position.

2. Station run time will ash in the

display. Use the button to move

to the desired station. You may

use the or button to select the amount of time for a station

to water.

3. Turn the dial clockwise to the RUN position to run the station

(only the designated station will water, then the controller will

return to automatic mode with no change to the previously set

program). Also see One - Touch Manual Start and Advance.

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER

One - Touch Manual Start and Advance

You can also activate all stations to water without using the dial.

1. Hold down the button for 2 seconds.

2. This feature automatically defaults to program A. You can select

program B or C by pressing the button.

3. The station number will be ashing. Press the button to scroll

through the stations and use the or button to adjust station

run times. (If no buttons are pressed for a few seconds during

step 2 or 3, the controller will automatically begin watering).

4. Press the button scroll to the station you wish to begin with.

Aer a 2 - second pause, the program will begin. At any time

during the manual cycle, you can use the or buttons to navi-

gate from station to station manually.

MANUAL-ONE STATION

ADVANCED FEATURES

Programmable Sensor Override

The X-Core allows the user to program the controller so that the

sensor disables watering on only desired stations. For example,

patio gardens that have pots under overhangs and roofs may not

receive water when it rains and will continue to need to be watered

during periods of rain. To program sensor override:

1. Turn the dial to the RUN position.

2. Press and hold the button down while turning the

dial to START TIMES position.

3. Release the button. At this point, the display will

show the station number, ON, and the icon, will

be ashing.

4. Press the or button to enable or

disable the sensor for the station shown.

ON = Sensor enabled

(will suspend irrigation)

OFF = Sensor disabled (will allow watering)

5. Use the or buttons to scroll to the next

station that you would like to program the

sensor override.

NOTE: The controller default is for the sensor to

disable watering on all zones when rain occurs.

When the X-Core receives an input from the sensor to disable

watering, the display will indicate those stations that have been

programmed to override the sensor. A station that is running in

the sensor override mode will ash the

and icons alternately.

Test Program of All Stations

The X-Core allows the user a simplied method for running a

test program. This feature will operate each station in numerical

sequence, from the lowest to the highest.

1. With the dial in the RUN position, press and hold the

button. The station number will be displayed and the time will

be ashing for two seconds.

2. Use the or buttons to set the run time from 1 to 15

minutes. The run time needs to be entered only once.

3. Aer a - 2 second pause, the test program will start.

Hunter Quick Check Diagnostics

This feature allows you to quickly diagnose wiring problems with

your controller. Instead of having to check each eld wiring circuit

for potential problems, you can use the Hunter Quick Check circuit

test procedure. To initiate the Quick Check test procedure:

1. Press the , , , and buttons simultaneously. In the

standby mode, the LCD will display all segments.

2. Press the button once to begin the Quick Check procedure.

Within seconds, the system searches all stations for detecting

any circuit problems. When a eld wiring short is detected, an

ERR symbol preceded by the station number will momentarily

ash on the display. Aer the Quick Check completes running

the circuit diagnostic procedure, the controller returns to the

automatic watering mode.

RUN

Sensor Enable

Sensor Disabled

Easy Retrieve Program Memory

The X-Core is capable of saving the preferred watering program

into memory for retrieval at a later time. This feature allows for a

quick way of resetting the controller to the original programmed

watering schedule.

To save the program into the memory

1. With the dial in the RUN position, press and hold the and

buttons for 5 seconds. The display will scroll three segments

from le to right across the display indicating the program is

being saved into memory.

2. Release the and buttons.

To retrieve a program that was previously saved into memory.

1. With the dial in the RUN position, press and hold the and

buttons for 5 seconds. The display will scroll three segments

from right to le across the display indicating the program is

being saved into memory.

2. Release the and buttons.

Programmable Delay Between Stations

This feature allows the user to insert a delay between stations when

one station turns o and the next one turns on.

1. Start with the dial in the RUN position.

2. Press and hold the button down while turning the dial to the

RUN TIMES position.

3. Release the button. At this point the display will show a delay

time for all stations in seconds, which will be ashing.

4. Press the or buttons to increase or decrease the delay time

between 0 seconds to 4 hours.

5. Return the dial to the RUN position.

Resetting Controller / Clearing Controllers Memory

If you feel you have misprogrammed the controller, there is a

process that will reset the memory to the factory defaults and erase

all programs and data that have been entered into the controller.

1. Press and hold the button.

2. While holding the button, press and release button on the

right - hand side of the controller.

3. Continue holding button until time 12:00 am is displayed (this

takes about 8 seconds).

ADVANCED FEATURES

Reset

CLIK DELAY INSTRUCTIONS

Clik Delay Feature

This feature allows the user to delay programmed waterings for a

designated period (from 1-7 days) AFTER a Clik Event ends. At the

end of the Programmed Clik Delay period, the controller will resume

normal automatic irrigation.

1. Turn the dial to the RUN Position

2. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds, then turn the

dial to the OFF position

3. Release the button. The display will show the program-

mable Clik Delay.

4. Press the

button to set Clik Delay duration (from 1 to 7 days).

5. Return the dial to the RUN position. Clik Delay is set.

Aer a Clik Event ends (rain sensor changes from wet to dry) the

Clik Delay feature will become active and the screen will display Clik

Delay duration. The day countdown will occur 24 hours aer the

start of Clik Delay.

An active Clik Delay can be cancelled by turning the dial to the OFF

position, waiting for OFF to stop ashing, then turning the dial back

to the RUN position.

Any station that is set to override sensor, as well as Lighting Pro-

grams, will operate during a Clik Delay event.

NOTE: Use caution when using the programmable

Clik Delay feature with Hunter Wind-Clik,

Freeze-Clik, Soil- Clik, and freeze component of

Solar Sync and Rain/Freeze Clik as the Clik Delay will

become active AFTER Clik Event from these devices.

SENSOR DAYS LEFT

Example of Cycle screen upon

entering

Example of Cycle screen with

only minutes

Example of Cycle screen with

hours included

HIDDEN FEATURES CONTINUED

NOTE: Before 1 hour, only minutes are displayed

(e.g. 36). At 1 hour or above, the display will change

to include the hour digit (e.g. 1:13 and 4:00).

If a station’s Run Time is less than or equal to the

Cycle time, then no Cycle will be applied.

Cycle and Soak

The Cycle and Soak feature allows you to split a station’s run time

into more usable, shorter watering durations. This feature is useful

when applying water to slopes and tight soils because it automati-

cally applies water more slowly, helping to prevent runo from

occurring. You should enter the Cycle time as a fraction of the

station’s watering time, and the Soak time as the minimum number

of minutes required before watering can occur again for the next

Cycle. The total number of cycles is determined by taking the total

programmed station run time and dividing it by the Cycle time.

Accessing the Cycle and Soak Menu:

The Cycle and Soak feature is accessed by placing the dial

in the RUN position, pressing and holding the button for 3 sec-

onds; while holding the button rotate the dial to the RUN TIME

dial position, then release the button.

Setting the Cycle Time:

Initially Station 1 will be displayed. To access other stations, press

the or button.

Once the desired station is displayed, use the o r button to

increase or decrease the Cycle time. The user can set the time from

1 minute to 4 hours in 1 - minute increments or to OFF if no Cycle is

desired.

Accessing the Soak Menu:

Once the desired Cycle times for each station have been pro-

grammed, the Cycle time can be accessed by pressing the

button.

The station will remain the same as was previously displayed

under the Cycle time (i.e. if station  is displayed in the Cycle

menu then Station  will be displayed upon pressing the

button).

Once the desired station is displayed, the user can use

the or button to increase or decrease the Soak time.

The user can set the Soak time from  minute to  hours

in  - minute increments.

Example of Soak screen with

only minutes

Example of Soak screen with

hours included

Station  cycle running

NOTE: When changing the stations, if a

station without a Cycle time is encountered,

the screen will revert back to the Cycle time.

Move to the next station with a Cycle Time

and press the button to return.

NOTE: The Soak menu cannot be accessed

without a programmed Cycle time.

NOTE: Before  hour, only minutes are

displayed (e.g. ). At  hour or above, the

display will change to include the hour digit

(e.g. : and :).

Cycle and Soak Situations:

Station 1 requires 20 minutes of watering, but aer

5 minutes, runo occurs. However, aer 10 minutes

all the water is absorbed. The solution would be to

program 20 minutes for the station run

time, 5 minutes for the Cycle time, and

10 minutes for the Soak time.

The soak time is a minimum amount.

The soak time may be longer amount

depending on the remaining run times.

Setting the Soak Time:

To access the other stations, press the or button.

HIDDEN FEATURES CONTINUED

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Causes Solutions

The controller is continuously watering Too many start times have been

programmed

Only one start time is necessary to activate a program

(refer to Setting the Program Start Times on page 18)

There is no display Check AC power wiring Correct any errors

The display reads “No AC” There is no AC power present (the

controller is not receiving any power)

Check to see if the transformer is properly installed

Display reads “O,

”

The rain sensor is interrupting irrigation

or the sensor jumper has been removed

Slide the rain sensor bypass switch to the BYPASS

position to bypass the rain sensor circuit, or reinstall

the jumper

Rain sensor will not shut o the system • Defective rain sensor

• Jumper was not removed when sensor

was installed

• Stations have been programmed to

override the sensor

• Verify operation of rain sensor and proper wiring

• Remove jumper from the sensor terminals

• Reprogram the sensor override to enable the sensor

(see page 11)

Frozen display, or showing incorrect

information

Power surge Reset the controller per page 24 “Clearing Controller

Memory/Resetting the Controller”

Display shows “ERR” with a number

(1 to 8)

Short in the valve wiring circuit, or

faulty solenoid on the station number

indicated

Check wire circuit or solenoid for the valve number

indicated. Repair short or replace solenoid. Press any

button to clear the “ERR” from the display

Display shows “P ERR” • Faulty pump relay or master

valve wiring

• Incompatible or defective relay or

solenoid

• Undersized wire to the pump relay or

master valve

• Check wiring to relay or master valve solenoid. Press

any button to clear the “P ERR” from the display

• Check electrical specication for the pump relay.

Do not exceed controller's electrical rating. Replace

if defective

• Replace wire with larger gauge wire

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Causes Solutions

Display shows a station is running but

the

and icons are ashing

The sensor is interrupting irrigation,

however the station has been

programmed to override the sensor

Check the sensor override status (see page 23)

Automatic irrigation does not start at

the start time and controller is not in the

System O mode

• AM/PM of time of day not set correctly

• AM/PM of start time not set correctly

• Start Time is disabled (set for O)

• Controller is not receiving AC power

• Correct AM/PM of time of day

• Correct AM/PM of start time

• See Setting Program Start Times (see page 18)

• Check AC power connections

The display shows dashes when the dial

is in the Solar Sync Settings position

• The Solar Sync sensor is not connected

to the controller

• The Solar Sync sensor wires may have

a break in them or a bad connection

Connect the Solar Sync to the “SEN” positions on the

wiring terminal. The display will then show the Region and

Water Adjustment setting.

Run times for a particular station are

too short/too long when using a Solar

Sync sensor

Program Run Time too long/short Solar Sync provides a global seasonal adjustment to the

controller. If a particular station has run times too long

or too short, make the appropriate adjustment to the

program in the controller. Make sure to change seasonal

adjust back to 100% before making changes to program

run times. Do this by turning the dial to the Seasonal

Adjust position and increasing/decreasing the value

to 100%.

Seasonal Adjust seems low • Region too high

• Water Adjustment too low

• Location of sensor does not allow for

full sun

Increase the value on the Water Adjustment scale

(the default setting is 5). If you max out on the Water

Adjustment scale at 10 and still require more seasonal

adjustment, move down one Region (from 4 to 3, for

example) and start at Water Adjustment setting 5. Solar

Sync will immediately update the Seasonal Adjust on the

controller. If it is still too high, repeat the adjustment until

the desired seasonal adjust is showing on the controller.

Problem Causes Solutions

Seasonal Adjust seems high • Region too low

• Water Adjustment setting too high

Decrease the value of the Water Adjustment setting.

If you minimize the Water Adjustment scale at 1 and

still require reduced seasonal adjustment, move up one

Region (from 2 to 3, for example) and start at Water

Adjustment setting 5. Solar Sync will immediately update

the Seasonal Adjust on the Controller. If it is still too high,

repeat the adjustment until the desired seasonal adjust is

showing on the controller.

Solar Sync still sending Seasonal Adjust

when Controller Bypass switch is in the

“Bypass” position

Solar Sync’s automated Seasonal

Adjustment cannot be deactivated by

the Bypass switch. The Bypass switch

only controls the Rain/Freeze shuto

function of the Solar Sync.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Operating Specications

• Station Run Times: 0 to 4 hours in 1-minute increments

• 3 Independent Watering Programs

• Start Times: 4 per day per program for up to 12 daily starts

• Watering Schedule: 365-day calendar, interval watering,

odd/even watering

• AM/PM, 24-hour clock

• Simple manual operation

• Sensor override by station

• Programmable rain delay (1 to 7 days)

• Manual Seasonal Adjustment (10% to 150%)

• Automatic Seasonal Adjustment using Solar Sync sensor

• Sensor bypass switch

• X-Core-x00i for indoor use. X-Core-x00 for outdoor use

• Sea level to 6500  (2000 m) at -13˚ F to 140˚ F (-25° C to 60° C)

Dimensions

Indoor Cabinet Outdoor Cabinet

• Height: 6.5” (16.5 cm) • Height: 8.625” (22 cm)

• Width: 5.75” (14.6 cm) • Width: 7” (17.8 cm)

• Depth: 2” (5 cm) • • Depth: 3.75” (9.5 cm)

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Specications

• Transformer input 120 VAC ±10% 60 Hz

(230 VAC ±10% 50/60 Hz International Models)

• Transformer Output: 24 VAC 1.0 amp

• Station Output: 0.56 amps per station

• Maximum Output: 0.90 amps (includes master valve)

• Battery: 3 V Lithium (included) used for remote programming

and backup timekeeping. Use CR2032 3-volt.

• Electronic short circuit protection

• Non-volatile memory for program data

• UL Listed

• Model X-Core-x00 has an IP2X Rating

• Clean only with a cloth dampened with mild soap and water

Explanation of Symbols

= AC

= Consult Documentation

= Hazardous Voltages Present

= Ground

Hunter Industries declares that the irrigation controller Model X-Core complies with the standards of the European Directives of

“electromagnetic compatibility” 87/336/EEC and “low voltage” 73/23/EEC.

__________________________________

Senior Regulatory Compliance Engineer

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.

FCC part 15:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These

limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to

radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to

try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES

Hunter Industries Incorporated

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