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OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MODULAR CONTROLLER REMOTE CONTROL

Residential/Light Commercial
Remote Control System

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

SYSTEM COMPONENTS - REMOTE

SYSTEM COMPONENTS - RF MODULE

LCD DISPLAY

INSTALLING THE RF MODULE

INSTALLING THE REMOTE BATTERIES

POWERING UP/DOWN THE REMOTE

CHANGING REMOTE PIN CODE

STATION OPERATIONS

PROGRAM OPERATION

SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONAL EXTENDED RANGE ATENNA

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY

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Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions

INTRODUCTION

You asked for help on the job site so here I am!

You can now start and stop manual water from anywhere
on the job with the new Pro EX 2.0 Remote System.*

Season start ups, routine
maintenance, repairs,
winterization can all be
performed at the touch
of a button. The large
easy to read LCD display
and touch button design
make this remote easy
to use.

Pro EX 2.0 Remote

• Status indicators including Battery and Signal

• Auto power-off (battery saving feature)

• Custom programmable 4 digit passcode

• Activate full program

• Activate single station/zone

• Advance to next station/zone

• Skip over unwanted station/zone

• Increase/decrease active station/zone run time

• Stop active station/zone

• User replaceable AAA batteries

• Removable belt clip

• Touch operation technology

• Operational range up to 1,000 feet

• Optional extended range kit

• Large easy to see LCD display

*Remote and Controller must have
matching Pin Codes and be within
signal range of each other.

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS

REMOTE

(Transmitter)

ANTENNA
Transmits
and receives
signals.

LCD DISPLAY

ACTIVATION
BUTTON
Used to execute
commands

CONTROL BUTTONS
Used to increase or decrease
station run times and number

BELT CLIP
Helpful
transportation
Aid

BATTERY DOOR
Access to four AAA
Alkaline batteries

Increase
Run Times

Decrease
Run Times

Increase
Station
Number

Decrease
Station
Number

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS

LCD DISPLAY

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RF MODULE

(Receiver)

The RF Module was designed for installation within the
Pro EX 2.0 controller cabinet therefore providing permanent
placement and maximum protection. Many factors influence
operating range. Listed below are options to consider to
assure you experience the maximum range possible.

1.Do not install Pro EX 2.0 near large sources of metal such

as power meters, water pipes, and aluminum siding.

2.Do not install Pro EX 2.0 in a basement or underground location.

The higher the location the better chance of strong reception.

3.To receive maximum range in all directions, the antenna

should be pointed straight up. (vertical)

4.When operating the the remote, hold as vertical as possible

and face the direction of the receiver.

PROG

A B C

Battery
Strength
Icon

Station
Number
and
Run Time

Station
Runtime
Icon

Transmitting Icon

Active
Station
Icon

Lock
Icon

Program
Letter Icon

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NO WIRING INSTALLATION OF THE RF MODULE

The Pro EX 2.0 Remote Control System was designed to
work right out of the box. Its “plug and play” installation
eliminates the need for complicated wiring and installation.
You’ll find no installation templets, lengthy tool list or the
need to drill any through-holes in any walls.

The RF Module receives and transmits communication
between the controller and remote. It has no wires
to connect and no batteries to replace because it is
powered by the controller once installed.

Installation is a simple three step process which only requires
a screwdriver.

STEP #1

Remove the protective pin connector cover located
at the rear of the controller face.

STEP #2

With the antenna pointing upward and to the right,
gently press the RF Module into the recess.

STEP #3

Finger tighten only using a Philips head screwdriver
the two mounting screws.

Screws

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Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions

INSTALLING REMOTE BATTERIES

Your remote requires four
AAA alkaline batteries.

To install the batteries, remove
the Belt Clip by gently pulling either
side freeing it from the remote.

Next, slide the battery cover down
and lift to expose the battery
compartment.

Please note when installing/changing
batteries the proper orientation.

After battery installation, replace
the battery cover and slide it up to
lock it back into position.

To reinstall the Belt Clip, place
one side into position then press
the other side until it snaps into
its locking Position.

WARNING:

Risk of explosion.

Potential risk if battery is replaced
with an incorrect type. Battery
must be removed and disposed
of properly.

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POWERING UP REMOTE

Turn on the Remote by touching and holding
any button for two seconds.

While the remote

powers up, it will automatically attempt to
match pin codes with any and all controllers
within signal range.

NOTES:

1.)

The default pin code is 1111.

Any and all controllers within signal
range with matching pin codes will
accept remote commands.

2.)

After installation we recommend

changing your code to avoid interference
with other like controllers in the area.
See page 8.

The Remote has an auto shut off feature which
helps extend the life of the batteries. The auto
shut off or power saving feature will automatically
power down the remote after one minute from the
last touch of any button.

POWERING DOWN REMOTE

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PIN CODE

DIFFERENT PIN CODE

After powering up the remote if no
controllers with matching pins codes
are found within the signal range the
stored remote pin code will be displayed.

SAME PIN CODE

After powering up the remote, if a
controller(s) with matching pins code
is found within the signal range the
remote will display the first station
number with a run time.

NOTE:

Only stations with a programmed

run time in the controller will be displayed
and operational from the remote.

CHANGING THE PIN CODE ON THE REMOTE

The Pin Code default setting (out of the box)
is factory set at 1111 but can be changed to
any combination between 0001 – 9999.

This allows a single remote the ability
to operate many controllers by simply
matching the controllers pin code.

To change the Pin Code:

• Power up the remote

• Press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow

buttons simultaneously and hold
for two seconds. The pin code will
begin to flash.

1.Press the UP arrow button to

increase the flashing number value
and the DOWN arrow button to
decrease the flashing number value.

2.Press the RIGHT arrow button to advance to

the next pin number or the LEFT arrow button.

3. Once the desired pin code has been entered,

press the ON/OFF SELECT button.

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PIN CODE

CHANGING THE PIN CODE ON THE CONTROLLER

NOTES:

1.)

To use this feature the controller must be connected

to AC power. Battery operation will not allow the user
to access this screen.

2.)

The pin codes of the Controller and Remote must

match in order for the units to pair (communicate).

3.)

Both units have a factory installed default pin code of

“1111”. We recommend changing the pin code to avoid
interference with other like controllers in the vicinity.

1. Turn the controller dial to the Remote/Pin location.

2. Press the UP button one time, and the

controller displays the saved pin code.

3. Press the BACK and MANUAL START/NEXT

buttons simultaneously. One of the the digits will
flash indicating that it is ready to be changed.

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SELECT

SELEC

START

PGM

pin 1 1 1 1

START

PGM

pin 1 1 1 1

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4. Press either the UP or DOWN button

to change the flashing digit.

Pressing the BACK or MANUAL START/NEXT
button will switch to the next digit.

5. Once the desired pin code has been

entered the user can confirm the new
pin code by pressing the BACK
and MANUAL START/NEXT buttons
simultaneously. The non-flashing new
pin code will be displayed.

6. Turn the controller dial back to either

AUTO or OFF. Remote will operate the
controller in these positions only.

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SELECT

SELEC

SELE

pin2 1 1 1

pin2222

pin2 1 1 1

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STATION OPERATIONS

RUN STATION

Once the remote has established communication with
a controller within signal range and a matching Pin
Code, the remote will display the first available station.

NOTE:

Only stations with a programmed run time

on the controller will be displayed and available.

To begin station operation,
use the and buttons to
display the station you would
like to start. Touch the ON/OFF
Select button anytime
to turn on selected station.

The remote will first briefly
display “ON” followed by
the Station number and
remaining Station Run Time.
The display will alternate
between the station number
and remaining run time.

ADJUSTING STATION RUN TIMES

Your remote can adjust station run times while in operation
without changing the programmed run time in the controller.
Run Times can be increased to run longer or decreased if
shorter run time is needed.

To adjust station run times during station operation use the
up and down buttons. Confirm change by pressing the
Select button. Any change to the run time will become the
new run time default for all remaining stations.

CHANGING STATIONS

Your remote can change stations during operation with a
single touch. You can quickly advance to the next station during
operation or go back to a previous station with a single touch.

To advance to the next station touch the forward button.
To go back to a previous station touch the back button.

NOTE:

The Pro EX Remote can:

• Activate any station on the controller with

a programmed run time.

• Activate any station on the controller whether

the controller dial is in the “AUTO” or “OFF” position.

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PROG

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PROGRAM OPERATIONS

OPEN AND SHORT DETECTION

One of the many features found in the Pro EX 2.0 Controller
is it’s advanced electrical diagnostics. The Pro EX 2.0 looks
at each and every station at start up for any signs of trouble
which could prevent station operation or cause harm to
anyone or to the systems components.

Two commonly found electrical issues are an “OPEN”
or “SHORTED” circuit. When either of these issues are
found at station activation, the controller and remote
will automatically advance to the next station which has
a programmed run time.

STOP A STATION

To stop a station during operation, just touch the ON/OFF
Select Button . The remote will briefly display
“OFF” and return back to the first available station with
a programmed run time.

START A PROGRAM

The remote can also start and run a complete program.
To start a program, use the back and forward buttons
until the display reads “ALL.” Touch the ON/OFF SELECT

to start the program.

NOTE:

Only the program currently

selected on the controller can be started.

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SELECT

PROG

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PROGRAM OPERATIONS

SWITCHING BETWEEN PROGRAMS A, B AND C

Press the remote UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously
for more than 2 seconds and the controller will switch from one
program to another.

Once the program is switched, the LCD will display
for a second the program the user is on.

NOTES:

1.)

The remote only allows the user to go through zones

within each program that have set run times established.
Only one program can be selected at the time. If the user
has different zones set on different programs, the user
will need to switch from one program to the other in
order to operate the zones.

2.)

If a program (Either A, B or C ) does not have zones

set with a run time, the remote LCD will display "OFF"
for that program alerting you that no zones are set to
run for that program.

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UP BUTTON

DOWN BUTTON

SELECT

PROGRAM A PROGRAM B PROGRAM C

PROG

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SWITCHING BETWEEN PROGRAMS A, B AND C

Press the remote UP and DOWN buttons simultaneously
for more than 2 seconds and the controller will switch from one
program to another.

Once the program is switched, the LCD will display
for a second the program the user is on.

NOTES:

1.)

The remote only allows the user to go through zones

2.)

If a program (Either A, B or C ) does not have zones

set with a run time, the remote LCD will display "OFF"
for that program alerting you that no zones are set to
run for that program.

OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS

• Pin code range: 0001-9999

• Maximum number of stations: 16

• Run times: 1 second – 99 minutes

• Range: short range antenna, line of sight up to 500'

• Range: long range antenna: line of sight up to 1000'

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Power Supply Remote:

(4) AAA Alkaline Batteries

• Power Supply RF Module: 24 VAC, Controller

• Remote System frequency: 433 MHZ

DEFAULT SETTINGS

• Pin Code: 1111

• Number of stations: Up to 16

(all stations with a programmed run time)

• Station Run Time: 2 minutes

DIMENSIONS

Remote: w/Belt Clip

• Height: 6.4"

• Width: 2.7"

• Depth: 1.4"

RF Module: w/o antenna

• Height: 2.5"

• Width: 3.8"

• Depth: 1.0"

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SPECIFICATIONS

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Long
Range
Antenna

Coax
Cable

“O” Ring

7mm
(17/64”)
Drill Bit

OPTIONAL LONG RANGE ANTENNA

OPTIONAL LONG RANGE ANTENNA COMPONENTS

Used to increase range of operation

STEP #1

Remove all expansion modules with
a Phillips head screw driver.

STEP #2

Carefully disconnect the ribbon cable
from the main enclosure.

STEP #3

The main enclosure should be clear of
all expansion modules before drilling.

STEP #4

Using the 7mm drill bit drill a hole on the
top of the housing in the area indicated.

STEP #1

STEP #2

STEP #3

STEP #4

INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL LONG RANGE ANTENNA

before drilling

after drilling

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INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL LONG RANGE ANTENNA

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STEP #5

Remove the plastic caps from the RF Module cavity.

STEP #6

Place the RF Module in the cavity, press down
gently to connect. Using a Phillips head screw
driver, tighten the two screws to secure module.

STEP #7

Connect the female end (

) of the coax cable

into the male connector (

) of the RF Module.

STEP #8

Align the coax cable into the channel.

STEP #9

Introduce the male end connector (

) of the coax

cable into the previously drilled hole on the top of
the housing.

STEP #10

Place the “O” ring over the protruding connector.

STEP #11

Hand tighten the Long Range Antenna
onto the male connector.

STEP #12

Reinstall the expansion module(s).

STEP #5

STEP #6

STEP #9

STEP #10

STEP #7

STEP #8

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

CAUSES

SOLUTIONS

Remote display is blank

Remote is off

Press and hold any button for three seconds

Batteries are dead

Replace with fresh batteries

Battery orientation incorrect

Correct battery orientation +/-

LCD displays four digit

Remote pin code doesn’t match

Enter matching controller pin code

pin code after activation

any controller within range of remote

LCD displays “ERR”

No power to controller

Check controller power supply

No RF Module

Install controller RF Module

Out of range, or too much interference

Get closer to the controller

Station number doesn’t appear

Transmitting error

Move closer to the controller

No station run time in controller

Add station run time in controller

Can’t run correct program “ALL”

Controller program switch

Press up / down arrow buttons

Incorrect program selected

simultaneously until desired program has
been selected.

SELECT

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NOTES

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The manufacturer guarantees to the original purchaser that any product
supplied by the manufacturer will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase.
Any product found to have defects in material or workmanship within
the warranty period shall be repaired or replaced by the manufacturer.

The manufacturer does not guarantee the use for a particular purpose of
its products and does not make any guarantee, expressed or implied, other
than the warranty contained herein. The manufacturer shall not be liable for
any loss from use of the product or incidental or consequential damages to
other parts of any installation of which this product is part.

The warranty shall not apply to any equipment which is found to have been
improperly installed, set up or used in any way not in accordance with the
instructions supplied with this equipment, or to have been modified, repaired
or altered in any way without the expressed consent of the manufacturer.
This warranty shall not apply to any batteries or accessories used in the
equipment covered under this warranty or to any damage which may be
caused by such batteries.

If the controller develops a fault, the product or main panel
must be returned in adequate packing with:

1. a copy of your original invoice;

2. a description of any fault; and

3. contact name and information.

It is the purchasers responsibility to return the controller
to the manufacture or their agent by prepaid freight.

WARRANTY

K-Rain Manufacturing Corp.

ATTN: WARRANTY
1640 Australian Avenue
Riviera Beach, FL 33404
(561) 844-1002
(561) 842-9493 FAX
(800) 735-7246 / www.krain.com

Manufacturing Corporation

Hereby, K-Rain Manufacturing Corporation declares that this
Pro EX 2.0 RF Module/Remote is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Certificate of Conformity
to European Directives

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