ImoLaza HCTJGGQ Smart Sprinkler Controller User Guide

Smart SprinklerController

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What’s in the box

Notice: The Imolaza Sprinkler Controller is only designed for indoor installation. You will need to purchase an Imolaza Weatherproof Enclosure for outdoor installations.

What you need

Transformer ratings:

Controller ratings:

Remove your old controller

1. Test your old controller to ensure that the irrigation system works properly.
2. Take a picture of the current wiring as a reference for installing a new controller.
3. Disconnect your old controller and remove sprinkler wires. Adhere a numeric labeling sticker to tag each associated wire for easy identification.
4. Remove your old controller from the wall.

Notice: Before removing the previous system controller, make sure to turn off the power to avoid injury or fire damage

Install the New Controller

1. Use perforated label paper to mark the location where you want to install the smart controller.
2. Drill holes for the anchors at the marked places and use the corresponding bit to drill through the drywall.
3. Use a hammer to tap lightly until each anchor point is in place.
4. Connect sprinkler wires according to the corresponding labels.
5. Install the product according to the fixed position.

Pro tip : If you’re replacing an old controller with our Wi-Fi control- ler, it will need to be mounted within range of the Wi-Fi network.

Reference the photo of your previous wiring, attach one wire from each valve to a “Common” (COM) termi-nal and the other wires to a numbered terminal (only one wire per terminal)

1. COM Wire: Common wire, Imolaza contains 2 “COM” terminals, you can connect it to any one of the “C” terminals.

Your Irrigation System

2.1-8 Zone Wires:
Corresponds to your irrigation zone, connect sprinkler wires according to the corresponding labels.
3. Master Valve:
Master valve wires are often labeled “M; “MV,” or “Pump”. Not all systems have a master valve. If you have a master valve, wire it into the “M” terminal, ignore if not.
4. Sensor Wires:
You are able to connect up to two sensors to your controller using the “S17 “S2,” and 24VAC sensor power terminals.

Download Imolaza APP

1. Search Imolaza App on the Apple App Store or Google Play to download, you can also scan QR code below to download the App.
2. Create an account according to the app prompts.
3. Sign in to the Imolaza App with your account.

A dd New Device

Following the step-by-step process to add and set up your device, the Imolaza App will guide you to connect to the device. First, add an address, then confirm your location, and finally scan QR code or enter the device’s Mac address.

IOS Wi-Fi Connection

1. Make sure your controller is powered on
2. Open the Wi-Fi settings on your phone and find a Wi-Fi network named “Imolaza_XXXX” to connect.
3. Go back Imolaza App to get a list of available networks, tap your Wi-Fi router SSID and enter a password.
4. If your Imolaza App shows “online” and the indicator light flashes blue, it means that your controller has been activated successfully.

  Android Wi-Fi Connection

1. Make sure your controller is powered on.
2. Tap the Wi-Fi network named “Imolaza_XXXX” and connect to it
3. Then get a list of available networks, tap your Wi-Fi router SSID and enter a password to complete the configuration.

Notice: When the Wi-Fi connection is lost, your saved schedules will continue to run as programmed, but the controller must be reconnected to access smart features.

Wi-Fi Network Indictor

Solve Your Network

Solve Wi-Fi network can refer to the following solutions:

1. Check the Wi-Fi password is correct.
2. Unplug your device for a few seconds and plug it back in.
3. Power cycle your router.
4. Press the reset button for 5 seconds. If the above solutions still cannot solve your problem, please take a photo and email our technical support team.

Manual Watering

Water a Specific Zone
Press the and arrows to select the desired zone, then press the to begin watering.

Start/Pause Watering
Press the ****button, to Start/Pause watering anytime.

Stop Watering
Press the button to exit the current watering state.

Reset to Factory Default
Press and hold for around 5 seconds to reset your controller. When your controller is offline and unplugging it to restart still cannot be resolved, you can press the “RESET” button. The “RESET” button will delete your saved schedules data, please do not use it casually.

FAQ

1. What if I have more than 8 (16) zones? A: Our app can support multi-device management, so you can buy 2 Imolaza smart controllers.
2. What happens if the Wi-Fi connection is lost, for example, the router or network service is down? A: Your saved schedules will continue to run as programmed, but the controller must be reconnected to access smart features.
3. Can I use this smart controller when I am away from my home Wi-Fi, such as when I am on vacation or at work? A: Of course! As long as your smart device can connect to the network, you can remotely operate the irrigation controller. Note: Please keep your home network normal during vacation.
4. Why is the device connected normally but cannot be watered quickly? A: Quick watering is not available during the update, so please check whether the home interface of  the app shows that the firmware is being updated.
5. Can the device automatically re-connect to Wi-Fi after power outage? A: Yes, after the device is powered on, it will automatically connect to Wi-Fi and app at the same time, your zones settings and watering schedules will be saved, don’t worry about losing!
6. During the Wi-Fi setup, the home Wi-Fi cannot be searched? A: First, the device only supports a 2.4Ghz network, and then please check your device location should also have a good Wi-Fi signal (minimum of two bars). You can check this using a smartphone. if still can’t solve the problem, please reset your router or controller
7. Imola is unable to connect to my home Wi-Fi even if the correct password is entered.
   A: 1. It’s possible that your router is an old one and runs on Wireless-B (11Mbps). Imolaza only supports the standards named Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-AC.
   2. In the app, if your router uses WEP encryption, please select WEP mode under the password field.
   3. You should enter your home Wi-Fi password instead of your app login password.
   4. Make sure that your router has access to the network.
   5. Sometimes, rebooting your router can resolve some connection issues.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Warning:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip-ment.

Note: 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 off 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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The FCC RF Exposure Information
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

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