NxEco HWN12-200 Smart Irrigation Sprinkler Controller Operation Manual

October 30, 2023
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NxEco HWN12-200 Smart Irrigation Sprinkler Controller

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PRODUCT

NxEco Panel Features

The panel consists of a dial with eight settings, eight buttons, two LED lights, and a display window.

Dial Settings:

Dial Setting Function
OFF ·         Shuts off watering
Auto Run ·         Runs programmed watering

·         Let’s smart terminals (smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.) operate this controller

Manual Watering| ·         Initiates instant watering

·         Runs watering on a zone-by-zone basis

Rain Delay| ·         Delays watering up to 72 hours
Schedule| ·         Sets up basic watering schedules manually

Weather Adjustment

| ·         Checks the auto-setting watering adjustment % though server within weather conditions

·         Changes the water % manually and keeps this watering adjustment 24 hrs

Special Features| ·         Checks the special features from NxEco web page
Setting| ·         Sets up Date and/or Clock manually

·         Accesses Smart Wi-Fi to securitized AP

·         Registers NxEco controller on cloud server

Button List:

Button Name Sign Function
Zone 1-4 ZONE 1-4 ·         Setup Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4
Zone 5-8 ZONE 5-8 ·         Setup Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Zone 9-12 ZONE 9-12 ·         Setup Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11, Zone

12
Operation One| | ·         Setup
Operation Two| | ·         Setup
Operation Three| | ·         Setup
Operation Four| | ·         Setup
Smart Wi-Fi| | ·         Sets up Wi-Fi access security

LED List:

LED Name Sign Function
Smart Wi-Fi

Smart Wi-Fi

| ·         Off: Wi-Fi access off

·         Flashing: Controller attempting to establish Wi-Fi connection with the router

·         On: Wi-Fi access to AP successful

Internet|

Internet

| ·         Off: Fail to Internet

·         On: Link to Internet established

Panel Operation

Quick Setup Guide

Follow the steps in the below guide and begin enjoying the convenience and cost savings enabled by your new NxEco Irrigation ControllerNxEco-HWN12-200
-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-FIG-6

Manual Watering

This operation immediately irrigates a selected zone.

  • STEP1: Spin the dial to Manual Watering. The LED screen shows as:
    NxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-
FIG-7The zones are numbered 1 – 12. The times are in minutes

  • STEP2: Press the appropriate zone range button repeatedly as needed to select the desired zone.

  • STEP3: The display window will indicate uses for the four buttons above the zone range buttons. Use the plus and minus (+ / -) buttons to set the watering runtime for that zone. Pressing the reset button will set the time back to zero.

  • STEP 4: Repeat STEP 2 and 3 until all of your zones are set up.

  • STEP 5: Press the START button.

Note that when the start button is pressed the watering cycles for all programmed zones will begin immediately, starting with the lowest-numbered zone and then running sequentially to the highest-numbered zone. In order to water only a single zone, all of the other zones need to be set to zero.

Setting

Select Setting and the LED screen shows as:

Setting Date and Clock

The first step is to set the correct time.

If the controller is connected to the internet, the date and time will be set up automatically, otherwise, follow these steps for manual setup:

  • STEP1: move the arrow, using the NEXT button, to Date & Clock and then press SETUP. The LED screen shows as:
  • STEP 2: Use the buttons for NEXT and the plus and minus symbols to set the date and time. Press OK when done.

Setting Wi-Fi Access

This section builds up a wireless connection between the Wi-Fi module embedded in the controller and a secure Wi-Fi router.

Tips: If you would like to start the wireless access and cloud service later, you may skip this section at this time.

Please note that in order to complete this setup you will need to install the NxEco application (APP) on your iOS or Android device.

  • STEP1: Move the arrow Wi-Fi Access and press the SETUP button
    The LED screen shows as:

  • STEP2: Open the NxEco APP on your iOS or Android based device and sign in, or register if this is your first time. Once you are in the APP go to the Smart Wi-Fi page.

  • STEP3: Please refer the WiFi connection steps on APP. One step by step. A short time after the WiFi connection is established, the green Internet LED should turn on. The NxEco controller is now ready to communicate with the NxEco server, once it is registered.
    The controller has connected to WiFi Router: XXXXx (Eq. 23348)

Register Device

Tips: If you would prefer to register your device with the NxEco server at a later time, you can skip this section. However, the cloud-based features of the NxEco controller will not be enabled until you complete this process.

  • STEP1: Move the arrow to Register Device and press the SETUP button.
    The LED screen will show a serial number (S/N) and a Password The LED screen will show a serial number (S/N) and a Password S/N: AAAABBBBCCCC (e.g.) Password: z6E31 (e.g.)

  • STEP2: Open the NxEco APP and go to the Add Device page.
    TIP: Make sure the Internet LED (green) is ON.

  • STEP3: Enter the device S/N and the one-time passport. Press Add on the App screen.

    • Please wait 1-2 minutes.
    • If this device is registered successfully, the LED screen shows as:
  • STEP4: If not, please repeat STEP3. Make sure that the password and serial number obtained in STEP1 are entered into the APP correctly.

This is a one-time, randomly created password and it can only be used for this registration.

Master Setting

User could set up the Master Valve manually. The following septs are useful to setup the Master value

  • STEP1: Move the arrow to Master Setting and press the SETUP button.
    • The LED screen will show the following message: Set 12th zone as master valve?
  • STEP2: Press OK, Zone #12 is set as Master Valve. The LCD is shown as:
    If you want to move the master valve, you could press OK.

Scheduling

Follow this procedure to set up, modify, and review watering schedules for the zones.

  • STEP 1: Select Schedule and the LED screen shows
    As a 24-zone extension is added. The LCD may be shown as:
    SYNC is one special function button. As press it, the schedules saved in the cloud are synced to the controller at once.

  • STEP 2: Press the EDIT button to move to the Set Timer screen. The LED screen shows as:

    • Use the NEXT button to choose the field you wish to modify. That field will be highlighted.
    • You may set up as many as four watering times (#a, #b, #c, #d) for each zone per day. The default start times shown can be modified by using the plus and minus buttons. Watering only occurs when a runtime has been set.
    • Press OK when done working on the plan for that zone
  • STEP 3: Go to the Week screen and chose the prescribed day(s)-of- the week and press ADD.
    NxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-
FIG-22Or go to Month Screen and chose the prescribed day(s)-of-month as press ADDNxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-
Sprinkler-Controller-FIG-23

    • Press OK when done working on the plan for that zone. The LED screen is shown as:
    • Press Next to choose the other zone number.
      If no runtime or day in one week is set, as OK is pressed, the LED screen shows as:
      NxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-
FIG-24Select BACK to return to the Set Timer / Week screen, or select CANCEL to return to the Schedule screen.
  • STEP 4: If pressing DEL in the following left screen, it means to delete the scheduled plan on the chosen zone. The LED shows the right screen:
    NxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-
FIG-26Continue to delete the plan, and press DEL. If not, press CANCEL.

  • STEP 5: There is an easy way to copy the schedules from one zone to another zone.

    • In the left screen and the arrow on the highlighted zone 1, press copy. The right screen shows:NxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-FIG-27
    • Move the arrow to any other zone such as in the following left screen, and press PASTE. The schedule on zone 1 is pasted on another zone:NxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-FIG-28
  • STEP 7: As set up all of your zones, return to AutoRun.

Rain Delay

Follow this procedure to delay scheduled watering.

The Rain Delay setting serves two purposes:

  1. Setting up a period to pause all scheduled watering, up to a maximum of 72 hours.
  2. Checking on the remaining time left in a programmed delay.
  • STEP 1: Select Rain Delay. If the following LED screen shows as: It means 4 hrs. rain delay still reminded in the controller.

  • STEP 2: Press the ( + ) or ( – ) button to increase or decrease the delay time. Finally, press OK.
    Saving successfully sign shows up for 2 sec.

  • STEP 3: Back to AutoRun. Then, all of the scheduled sprinklings are paused for the above delay hours.

Weather Adjustment

The Weather Adjustment serves two purposes:

  1. Check the auto Weather-based Watering adjustment % from the cloud.
  2. Modify daily Weather-based Watering adjustment % manually
  • STEP1: Select Weather Adjustment. The LED screen shows as:
    NxEco-HWN12-200-Smart-Irrigation-Sprinkler-Controller-
FIG-31Weather-based watering adjustment % for today and the following 4 days are on screen, which may be sourced from the NxEco server or modified previously.

  • STEP2: As points on the day, the user could adjust watering adjustment% by the (+) or (-) button. The maximum amount is 150%. Press Ok. The adjustment is saved. “Saving successfully” sign shows up 2 sec.
    Tip: The watering adjustment amount means the watering runtimes are % of the previously scheduled runtimes.

Auto Run

The AutoRun setting enables the implementation of scheduled operations, access to the NxEco server, and communication with users via mobile networks.

Select AutoRun. The LED screen shows as:
The bottom two lines are the local daily weather forecast: Temporary Temperature and the chance of precipitation.

  • As manual watering, the LCD screen shows as M: indicates the Zone 12 set as one for Master Valve
    S: indicates the sensor is active now. If S is not shown, the sensor is nonactive

  • When scheduled watering occurs, the LED screen changes to show operational data.

    • Eq.: Zone #2 is sprinkling now and the remaining sprinkling time is 2:00 min.
    • M: indicates the Zone 12 set as one for Master Valve
    • A (B)(C)(D): indicates which schedule program (A or B, C, or D) is running now.

OFF

When OFF is selected on the dial, all of the irrigation control functions are off. The LED screen shows as:

Controller Features

The LED screen lists the S/N number (e.g.: ACCF233C8C98), and firmware version (e.g.: Ver: 1.6.1). More features and applications could be found at www.nxeco.com

Tech and Service Support

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the NxEco HWN12-200 Smart Irrigation Sprinkler Controller?

The NxEco HWN12-200 is a smart irrigation sprinkler controller that helps manage and control your lawn watering system.

What are the key features of the NxEco HWN12-200 Smart Irrigation Sprinkler Controller?

The key features include Wi-Fi connectivity, mobile app control, weather-based scheduling, water usage monitoring, and compatibility with popular voice assistants.

How does the NxEco HWN12-200 determine when to water the lawn?

The NxEco HWN12-200 uses weather-based scheduling, which takes into account factors like local weather conditions and soil moisture levels to optimize watering schedules.

Can I control the NxEco HWN12-200 using my smartphone?

Yes, you can control the NxEco HWN12-200 through a dedicated mobile app that allows you to adjust watering schedules and settings remotely.

Is the NxEco HWN12-200 compatible with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant?

Yes, the NxEco HWN12-200 is compatible with popular voice assistants, allowing you to control it using voice commands.

Does the NxEco HWN12-200 support multiple zones?

Yes, the NxEco HWN12-200 supports multiple zones, allowing you to set different watering schedules and durations for each zone.

Can I monitor my water usage with the NxEco HWN12-200?

Yes, the NxEco HWN12-200 provides water usage monitoring, allowing you to track and optimize your water consumption.

Does the NxEco HWN12-200 have a manual override option?

Yes, the NxEco HWN12-200 has a manual override option that allows you to start or stop watering outside of the scheduled programming.

Can I create customized watering schedules with the NxEco HWN12-200?

Yes, you can create customized watering schedules based on your specific lawn and plant needs using the NxEco mobile app.

Does the NxEco HWN12-200 have a rain sensor?

The NxEco HWN12-200 does not have a built-in rain sensor, but it utilizes weather-based data to adjust watering schedules based on local rain forecasts.

What is the maximum number of zones the NxEco HWN12-200 can handle?

The NxEco HWN12-200 can handle up to 12 zones.

Does the NxEco HWN12-200 support smart watering adjustments based on soil moisture levels?

Yes, the NxEco HWN12-200 can adjust watering schedules based on soil moisture data to prevent overwatering.

Is the NxEco HWN12-200 easy to install?

The NxEco HWN12-200 is designed to be easy to install and can replace most existing irrigation controllers without requiring extensive rewiring.

Can I access historical watering data with the NxEco HWN12-200?

Yes, the NxEco HWN12-200 provides access to historical watering data, allowing you to review past usage and make informed adjustments.

Does the NxEco HWN12-200 support automatic seasonal adjustments?

Yes, the NxEco HWN12-200 supports automatic seasonal adjustments, adapting watering schedules based on seasonal weather patterns.

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