TrolMaster NFS-2 Controller for Aqua X Pro Control System Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- TrolMaster
Table of Contents
TrolMaster NFS-2 Controller for Aqua X Pro Control System
INTRODUCTION
- The NFS-2 controller from TrolMaster is one of the most advanced irrigation controllers available today. The NFS-2 is a multi-functional controller which can control multiple irrigation solenoids and pumps.
- The NFS-2 can also monitor multiple water sensors that can measure pH, EC, temperature, and water content sensors. There is also a new optional DFW-1 flow-meter that serves multiple functions. Each of the solenoids and pumps can be “linked” to work together so that multiple growing areas can be controlled by a single NFS-2.
- When combined with the optional AMP-3, WCS-1, WCS-2 sensors and the new DFW-1 flow-meter, the NFS-2 allows the user to monitor up to 50 sensors and receive mobile notifications when any problem is detected by the system.
- The NFS-2 was created to allow users to customize their irrigation cycle and be able to control the irrigation events by using either the DFM-1 digital flow-meter, WCS-1, or WCS-2 moisture content sensors or by simple timers. Each device controlled by the NFS-2 can conceivably have an unlimited number of irrigation “events” each 24 hour day.
Specification
- Power Supply
- Supply Voltage 100-240VAC 50/60Hz
- Display & Control
- Size 10.1’’ LED Screen
- Control Touchscreen
- Language English (International)
- USB Save / Copy / Import / Export data / Firmware Update
- Package Contents
- Aqua-X Pro Irrigation Controller 1
- AMP-3 Sensor Board 1
- 12V Power Adapter 1
Product Capacity
Dimensions & G.W
Connection
The sensors and control modules ( device stations ) are connected to the NFS-1 with a standard RJ12 cable and RJ12 Y-splitters, making installation as simple as plug-and-play. The modules are “daisy-chained” together using the RJ12 cables allowing for flexible installation, and future expansion. To make installation even easier, you can also use the SPH-1 8-port hub instead of using the Y-splitters.
Remote Control
Mobile App
Besides the onboard user interface/touch-screen, the Trolmaster app will
provide real-time data and user notifications from the NFS-2. The NFS-2 also
offers a free web-based software program that allows remote control and
monitoring through the internet with any desktop, laptop, smartphone or
tablet. To access the online software, simply login
with your app email and password at
pro.trolmaster.com
Steps To Connect To The App
To connect the NFS-2 to your App, first connect it to the Internet. Use a
CAT 5/6 cable to connect the NFS-2 to your router directly for the most
reliable connection. When the controller is connected to the internet, the
internet symbol will be displayed on the lower right corner of the LED
display. To link the NFS-2 to the App, simply open the TM app and scan the QR
code on the front LED screen of the controller. (Go to System – QR Code.)
Control
Max. 600 Pumps & Valves
Each NFS-2 allows up to 50 control modules to be connected. When using the
OA6 series of control modules, which can maximum control 300 Pumps & 300
Valves in each line.
Master Pump Link
Master Pump Link functions by allowing users to employ multiple pumps,
linked together with multiple groups of solenoids. The improved Master Pump
Link function on the Aqua-X Pro will allow the user to control multiple
water/booster pumps, with each pump assigned to only run with a selected group
of solenoids. There are 2 control lines in NFS-2, Pump Line & Valve Line,
which can link with device modules like the OA6-110&24, DSP-1&2, DSD&V, and
OM8 to control pumps/valves. *Allows up to 50 schedules per day.
Monitoring
Medium Monitoring
- Moisture level, EC, Temperature
The WCS is a water content sensor allows the user to monitor the growing medium parameter.
Water Detection
Water Monitoring
Volume & Speed
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DFM-1/2
DFM-1/2 digital flow meters, can be used to measure the amount of liquid flowing through a fluid pipe. It provides monitoring on the speed and volume of your irrigation schedules. -
pH, EC, Temperature
The PPH and PCT sensors can be connected to the system by using the AMP-3 Sensor Board to detect pH, and EC & temperature of the water respectively .
Advanced Features
Feed by Volume
Used a DFM-1 with Aqua-X Pro to have accurate measurements of water or a
nutrient solution flowing through a fluid pipe. Users can monitor the speed
and volume of your irrigation schedules. The Feed by Volume function allows
users to set the irrigation schedule to be controlled “By volume” , the DFM-1
will then measure and allow the desired and precise amount of nutrient
solution to be dispensed. This unique Feed-by-Volume function offers you an
option to feed by controlling the volume of nutrient water used rather than
the feeding duration.
Feed On Demand (with WCS-1/2)
The Aqua-X Pro can automatically water your plants based on that water
content reading when used with the Water Content Sensors. Aqua-X Pro
constantly measures the water content within the grow-media and will activate
the irrigation cycle when the Water Content goes below the user’s pre-selected
%. The user can also select the time of day that the Aqua-X Pro will
automatically activate the irrigation devices on each of the controlled
irrigation outputs. The WCS water content sensors will keep on monitoring the
moisture level within the grow medium 24/7. * The Feed-on-Demand feature works
on both the WCS-1 & WCS-2 sensors when used with the Aqua-X Pro.
Multi-Zone Monitoring
The new AMP- 3 has been specially designed for the Aqua-X Pro system. The
redesigned AMP-3 Sensor Board used standard RJ12 cable in place of the
specialized DIN connection used on the AMP-2. The AMP-3 acts as a “bridge”
between the sensors (pH Sensor & EC/Temp Sensor) and the Aqua-X Pro Controller
with no real limit on the maximum distance between the AMP-3 and the Aqua-X
Pro controller. Users can now monitor up to 50 stock water tanks or inline
Dosatron dosing systems and control up to 300 pumps/solenoids with an Aqua-X
Pro controller. Each pump & solenoid can be set with an individual timer or
control settings.
Calendar Control
Build and schedule your entire crop’s irrigation recipe with the built-in
control and calendar presets on the Aqua-X Pro. All settings including pump,
valve, water flow and timers can be specified by you as you build your multi-
week crop schedules. Reminders can also be programmed to ensure critical tasks
are never forgotten.
Auto-Fill (with WD-1/2)
The Auto-fill function on the Aqua-X Pro uses 2 water detectors (WD-1)
which will be installed in your nutrient tank. One water detector will be
positioned at the bottom of the tank and one at the top of the tank. When the
liquid level drops below the bottom sensor, the Aqua-X Pro will activate a
solenoid, or pump and the tank will fill back up to the sensor at the top.
