Hunter Pro-C Irrigation Controller
A complete family of full-featured residential and light commercial controllers
The Hunter Pro-C controller offers a versatile and modular solution for irrigation needs, catering to both residential and light commercial applications. It eliminates the need to stock multiple controller sizes by allowing customization from 3 to 15 stations. The modular system simplifies inventory, requiring only three core units: indoor cabinets, outdoor cabinets, and station modules.
Beyond its modularity, the Pro-C boasts advanced features including three independent programs, each with multiple start times. It offers flexible day scheduling options, a "one touch" manual start and rapid advance function, a programmable event day off, a robust heavy-duty locking plastic cabinet, and superior surge protection. The Pro-C is designed to provide maximum flexibility for landscapes of all sizes, particularly those requiring a minimal number of stations.
Indoor and Outdoor Models: The Pro-C is available in both indoor and outdoor configurations. The indoor model features a plug-in 120VAC transformer, while the outdoor model comes in a locking plastic cabinet with an internal 120VAC transformer and junction box.
Features & Benefits
- Versatile modular design: Simplifies inventory management and allows easy customization to the desired number of stations.
- Large LCD display: Provides simplified programming and makes schedule review and entry easy to read.
- Three programs (A, B, C) with multiple start times: Enables independent programming to handle diverse watering requirements.
- Choice of independent day scheduling options: Offers flexibility with days of the week, odd/even, or 31-day interval scheduling.
- Global water budget/seasonal adjustment: Allows easy adjustment of run times for all zones from 10% to 150%.
- Non-volatile memory: Retains programs and current date/time without a battery, protecting against power interruptions.
- Superior surge protection and self-diagnostic short circuit protection: Protects microcircuits from electrical spikes, eliminating the need for fuses.
- Remote control ready: Supplied with connections for SRR and ICR remote controls.
Models
The Pro-C system is built around base units and expansion modules:
- PC-300i: Base model indoor plastic cabinet with plug-in 120VAC transformer, expands to 15 stations.
- PC-300: Base model outdoor locking plastic cabinet with 120VAC transformer, expands to 15 stations.
- PCM-300: 3-station plug-in module for use with any PC controller model.
- PCM-900: 9-station plug-in module for use with any PC controller model (expands Pro-C station capability to 15 stations with one PCM-300 installed).
Dimensions
Indoor Model: 8.3" H x 9.6" W x 3.7" D (21.1 cm H x 24.4 cm W x 9.4 cm D)
Outdoor Model: 8.9" H x 9.9" W x 4.3" D (22.6 cm H x 25.1 cm W x 10.9 cm D)
Specifications and Features
- Outdoor models include a 120VAC transformer with an internal junction box.
- Indoor model features a 120VAC three-prong plug-in transformer.
- Station output: 24VAC, 0.56 Amps.
- Transformer output: 24VAC, 1.0 Amps.
- Capable of operating the equivalent of 3 solenoids simultaneously.
- Operating Temperature: 0°F to 150°F (-18°C to 66°C).
- NEMA rated outdoor cabinet.
- UL Listed.
- Supports 4 start times per program for repeat watering needs.
- Up to six hours run time on each station.
- Automated chronological ordering of start times (start time stacking).
- 365-day calendar with leap year intelligence.
- Programmable event day off feature allows specific days to be designated as always "off".
- Rain Sensor bypass switch is compatible with micro-switch based sensors and displays when the sensor is active.
- Programmable delay between stations: zero seconds to 4 hours, for well recovery or slow-closing valves.
- Programmable rain delay for 1 to 7 days.
- Compatible with Hunter's SRR and ICR remote control systems.
- Programmable pump/master valve circuit by station.
- Hunter Quick Check™ feature aids in troubleshooting field wiring problems.
- Test program feature allows for quick system checks.
- Central control compatible with Hunter IMMS™.
- Automatic module recognition: automatically identifies stations when modules are installed or removed.
- Non-volatile memory backs up watering programs and current date/time.
- Electronic short circuit protection: detects and skips shorted stations, eliminating the need for fuse replacement.
Removable Face Plate: The Power of Desktop Programming is in Your Hands
The Pro-C controller features a removable face plate, allowing for programming from various locations. Users can detach the front panel and take it with them to program functions while walking around the yard, visiting each zone. Programming can also be completed in an office before site installation, or the panel can be handed to the customer during installation for familiarization.
Modules: Custom-size Controller to the Project
The Pro-C's modular design offers flexibility for virtually any residential or light commercial need, keeping installer inventory to a minimum. Starting with a 3-station base unit, the controller can be expanded up to 15 stations. This means contractors can stock fewer controller types, relying on indoor/outdoor Pro-C base units and 3-station (PCM-300) or 9-station (PCM-900) modules to meet diverse project requirements.
The Flexibility to Cover Particular Program Needs
The Pro-C is designed to accommodate unique landscape requirements. It offers advanced programming flexibility, including 3 independent programs with 4 start times per program, and long station run times for deep soaking needs. For areas with irrigation restrictions, users can choose from day-of-the-week, interval watering, or true odd/even scheduling. The "event day off" feature allows specific days to be designated as non-watering days, useful for maintenance or special events.
Specification Guide
Pro-C Quick Reference Chart
Desired Station Configuration | Order Base Unit | Plus Number of Modules | Specify as: |
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3 Zone | PC-300 or PC-300i | no module needed | PC-300i or PC-300 |
6 Zone | PC-300 or PC-300i | one PCM-300 | PC-600i or PC-600 |
9 Zone | PC-300 or PC-300i | two PCM-300 | PC-900i or PC-900 |
12 Zone | PC-300 or PC-300i | three PCM-300 | PC-1200i or PC-1200 |
15 Zone | PC-300 or PC-300i | one PCM-300 and one PCM-900 | PC-1500i or PC-1500 |