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Rain8 - X10 Sprinkler Controller
Free run time software for scheduling your irrigation!
-details at bottom of page- The Rain8 is a full featured, 8 zone irrigation controller that may be linked together to provide a maximum of 256 zones of operation. A must for automating lawn sprinkler systems. A complete irrigation schedule can be triggered by the reception of a single X10 power line carrier command. With its dual mode capability, each individual zone can be controlled independently if the user prefers. Using a PC and our software all aspects of irrigation may be controlled over the Internet. More info... |
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How it Works
To configure the Rain8 you connect it to your computer (Windows
or Mac) and run the configuration utility application. This allows you to define
the X10 address zone assignments and set the operational mode. For maximum
flexibility, once programmed you can run the Rain8 in two different operational
modes:
| Automatic Zone Programmed Mode (Classic Rain8 only) The Rain8 can be used with nothing more than X10's Mini Timer. Anything that can generate a X10 command can trigger a complete irrigation sequence, cycling through all eight zones. When one zone times out, the next one starts. In this instance the time settings for each zone are stored internally. The Rain8 provides for two independent schedules, each with its own X10 trigger assignment and run times. More info... Manual Computer Controlled Mode This mode requires the use of a home automation program to generate X10 power line carrier signals to start and stop each zone. The actual timing controls, in this mode, are located in this PC program. This provides an easy means of adjusting run times for seasonal irrigation changes. As a safeguard, the user can set the maximum "valve on" time for each zone anywhere from 1 to 240 minutes. This guarantees that the sprinkler valve will turn off even in the absence of an X10 OFF command. As each sprinkler valve has its own default setting, this guarantees a minimum of wasted water in the advent of a lost X10 signal. More info... |
16 zone wiring example |
Requirements and Specs
2-Way Model
With the 2-way version, you can determine which irrigation zones are on and which are off.
Designed for use with X10-compatible computer interfaces and other devices that can generate
the X10 Status Request command. In addition to giving you the power to poll irrigation zones
to determine their on/off status, it also allows your computer send a command to the module then
check to see if the command was carried out. If not, the computer can automatically send the command again.
Other differences between the two-way and the one-way Rain8:
There are no limitations on the number of zones that may be active at one time.
Default run timers can be disabled if desired.
Responds the X10 "All Units Off" command.
Manual mode only, does not have the auto mode capability of the one-way Rain8.
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One Rain8II 2-way X10 sprinkler controller, high current 24v AC 20VA transformer, RS232 cable,
modular cable and a PSC05 power line interface. Order this model for your first 8 zones. Everything you need to start irrigating. |
$129.75 PayPal or Credit Card |
| 30004 expansion kit |
One Rain8II X10 sprinkler controller, modular splitter (for sharing PSC05) and modular cable. Order this model to expand 8 more zones. | $99.75 PayPal or Credit Card |
Original one way Rain8 module for 8 to 256 zones
For applications that don't need the 2-way status request or the other features of the Rain8II. We offer the original
"Classic" Rain8. Now upgraded with the optional Pump Control capability.
If your irrigation needs require a pump relay or master valve
to be operated, you can configure
zone 8 to control a
24v AC pump start relay or master valve. The control logic
is such that when any zone 1 through 7 is energized, so is zone 8 (now the
pump circuit). When not enabled zone 8 works just like the other zones.
| 29002
initial 8 zones  |
One Rain8 X10 sprinkler controller, 24VAC, 20VA transformer, RS232 cable,
modular cable and a PSC05 power line interface. Order this item for your first 8 zones. |
$109.75 PayPal or Credit Card |
| 29003 expansion kit |
One Rain8 X10 sprinkler controller with pump control option, modular splitter (for sharing PSC05) and modular cable. Order this item to expand 8 more zones. | $79.75 PayPal or Credit Card |
Irrigation for Macintosh Users
Interested in using Mac home control software,
like Indigo,
to control a Rain8? Newer Macs do not have serial ports
which makes setting the default house code for the standard Rain8
difficult since you have to purchase a USB to serial adapter.
We offer this special edition Rain8 that allows you to easily program
the house code by sending a sequence of X10 commands. This
lets you use the Rain8 without a serial port.
| 30010 initial 8 zones  |
Special Rain8 X10 sprinkler controller with easy-set house house code feature,
24v AC 20va transformer, RS232 cable, data cable, and PSC05 power line interface. Order this item for your first 8 zones. |
$109.75 PayPal or Credit Card |
| 30014 expansion kit |
Special Rain8 X10 sprinkler controller, modular splitter, and modular cable.
Order this item to expand an existing system by 8 additional zones. |
$79.75 PayPal or Credit Card |
Rain8 Accessories
30017
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Rain Sensor Save water and money by getting a rain sensor to inhibit sprinkler operation during and after rain showers. More info... |
$29.95 PayPal or Credit Card |
20042
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Software CD
Windows software for Rain8 irrigation controllers. Internet based with five separate irrigation programs. More info... |
$29.95 PayPal or Credit Card |
10006 |
USB to serial RS232 Adapter
Required only when a serial port is not available. More info... |
$18.95 PayPal or Credit Card |
80059
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Mounting Rack Use this aluminum mounting rack to stack up to 3 modules (24 zones) on end. |
$9.95 PayPal or Credit Card |
80069
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5 for 1 splitter, PSC05 RJ11 version Use this modular splitter to drive up to 5 modules (40 zones) with a single PSC05 (TW523). |
$6.85 PayPal or Credit Card |
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5 for 1 splitter, PowerLinc RJ45 (1132b) version Use this modular splitter to drive up to 5 modules (40 zones) with a single PowerLinc. |
$6.85 PayPal or Credit Card |
Rain8 Run Time Software for Windows
This is actual run time software for scheduling your irrigation cycles for the desired day or day interval and time of day.
Unlimited number of schedules can be set up for all possible applications.
Now in beta and is offered free of charge, so please provide feedback as to your usage. Thanks!
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Download this one for the Two-way Rain8II models.
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Download this one for the one-way (Classic) Rain8 models. |
Rain8 Configuration Software
This is the required software for configuring your Rain8 modules with the desired settings like X10 addresses,
default run times and operational modes.
In most cases it is needed only during the initial installation and setup.
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Windows Two-way Rain8II configuration program |
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Windows One-way Rain8 configuration program |
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Macintosh (OS X & OS 9) Configuration software for both one and two way Rain8 modules Contributed by Doug Norton [dougnorton@mac.com] |
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Linux software for Rain8. Requires GTK 2.0. Contributed by Sean Maloney |
Documentation Downloads
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Rain8 | Instructions |
Rain8 Links
University of Florida general irrigation controller paper.
