Manual
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DXi User Manual
Chapter 1: Introduction
Communication Features
The DXi is capable of communicating with the Central computer over a variety of
communication technologies.
Ethernet Standard on all DXi systems.
Cellular Optional accessory for Central to field controller
communication.
WiFi “Short range” standard WiFi to Central, sold as an optional
accessory.
Ethernet-to-Radio Part number DXI-ETHER-RF-RPTR
Sold as an optional stand-alone accessory.
UHF Radio Sold as an optional stand-alone or embedded accessory.
Serial cable Serial communication to Central or Diagnostic PC.
DXi Controller Hardware Congurations
Controller hardware can be specified in hundreds of different product configurations.
The controller that was purchased by Toro customers was specified to have a certain
hardware configuration. These configurations are a combination of the following
product characteristics:
• Whether it is a Sentinel or a Laguna
• One of six different enclosures: SWM, PWM, PSB, SPED, PPED and DPSB
• Whether it has a conventional output station or uses two-wired outputs
(exception is SPED which can come as a “Hybrid”: two-wire AND conventional
output support)
• The number of conventional outputs (multiples of 8)
• Communication option/s, if any. This could be cellular, WiFi or UHF radio.
Communication option hardware is just that- optional. Communication to the
cloud or to central software is still accomplished through standard Ethernet.
Communication option is only needed in cases where Ethernet is not available.
• Optional WOB controller kit (only on Sentinel models)
• Pro Max remote control receiver kit option
Each of the above listed product characteristic is associated with a product code on
the product’s label. The result of these combinations is an encoded label. This label
can then be decoded by the customer to determine if he/she has purchased the right
controller for their needs.
The listing below shows all the controller characteristics along with their codes:
Controller Model
DXi DXi Irrigation Controller