Rain Bird - LXME2 Controller PRO DOM 120V

Next Generation Control for Traditionally Wired Irrigation Systems

The popular Rain Bird LXME Series commercial controllers have been upgraded, now offering 40 programs, a large backlit LCD screen, and simplified programming. The LXME2 is a fully modular controller, allowing users to customize station capacity from 12 to 48 stations. Upgrade to the LXME2 PRO by purchasing the PRO controller or installing the Pro Smart Module. The LXME2 PRO provides access to one flow sensor input, advanced flow management capabilities, and a second MV2/P pump start output.

Features

Modular Design

• Easy upgrade from LXME to LXME2 by swapping the front panel*
• 12-station base unit expandable to 48 stations with (4) 12-station modules
• Upgrade to LXME2 PRO to access a flow sensor and a second MV2/P booster pump start circuit or normally closed master valve
• *LXME2 controllers only accept 12-station modules

Intuitive Operation

• 40 programs for ultimate flexibility in irrigation scheduling
• Large backlit LCD display with softkey navigation
• Copy and paste functions for easy programming of multiple stations

Powerful Water Management

• FloManager™ optimizes hydraulic demand to shorten total watering time
• SimulStations™ allows up to 5 stations to run simultaneously (Max 2 per module)
• LXME2 PRO includes advanced flow management and a second MV2/P for station-level booster pump control

Specifications

Controller Features

• Large backlit LCD display with softkey navigation
• Hot-swappable modules—no need to power down for installation
• MV1 – Normally closed/open master valve or pump start circuit
• Master valve delay and inter-station delay
• 6 user-selectable languages
• Non-volatile (100-year) program memory
• Standard 10kV surge protection
• Removable front panel programmable under battery power

Water Management Features

• FloManager™ for optimal hydraulic management
• SimulStations™ for concurrent station operation
• Water Windows and Manual MV Water Window
• Cycle+Soak™ by station
• Rain Delay
• 365-Day Calendar Day Off
• Programmable Station Delay by program
• Weather Sensor programmable by station
• Program or Global Monthly Seasonal Adjust

PRO Models Only

• Upgrade to PRO by installing the LXME2 PRO Controller or Pro Smart Module (PSM-LXME2)
• FloWatch™ protection for high and low flow conditions
• Flow sensing capability (1 input)
• Learn Flow: Automatically learns flow rates based on usage
• Flow Usage Totalizer
• Second MV2/P booster pump or master valve control, programmable by station

Diagnostic Features

• Alarm light with external case lens
• External alarm port (0.1A max)
• Program summary and review
• RASTER™ station wiring test

Operating Specifications

• Station run timing: up to 96 hours continuous runtime
• Seasonal Adjust: 0% to 300% (16 hours max station runtime)
• 40 independent programs with 10 start times each
• Custom day cycles: odd, even, and cyclical schedules
• Manual station start, manual program start, and test all stations

Electrical Specifications

• Input: 120 VAC ± 10%, 60Hz; 230 VAC +10% -6%, 50 Hz
• Output: 26.5 VAC 1.9A
• Power Backup: Lithium coin-cell battery maintains time and date; non-volatile memory preserves programs
• Multi-valve Capacity: Supports up to 5 solenoids, including master valve, with a max of 2 solenoids per station module