Programming a conventional sprinkler controller brings back memories for some of us of our first VCR. In fact, there are people I know that have given up completely on making any changes to their sprinkler controller. They leave it in the hands of their gardener. The programming difficulties are proportional to complexity of the sprinkler controller. Going back to the early VCR's, they did not use the television screen for feedback to the user. This is the current state of conventional sprinkler controllers. Some of the units on the market are equipped with LCD displays, but they do not offer the ability to display vital feedback and information that you get with a PC monitor. Some advantages of using a Rain8 include:
Program your schedule and zone run times with your PC or remotely over the Internet
Complex schedules a snap to program
Easy to use and inexpensive X10 remote creates a wireless system
Qualifying events easy to configure
-- Warren G. Lohoff
WGL 2-Way X10 Irrigation Controller - Rain8II
Eight zone X10 Irrigation Controller that may be networked together for up to 256 zones. Programmed with a computer or over the Internet, controlled with standard X10 devices and home automation software packages. With the Rain8II 2-way version, you can determine which irrigation zones are on and which are off.
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WGL X10 Sprinkler Controller - RAIN8
8 Zone Irrigation Controller that may be networked together to provide a maximum of 256 zones of operation. A must for automating lawn sprinkler systems. Using PC home automation software, you can even control your sprinkler over the Internet.
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WGL X10 Sprinkler Controller for Macintosh - RAIN8M
Special Rain8 X10 Sprinkler Controller for Macintosh Users, with easy-set house house code feature, 24v AC 20va transformer, RS232 cable, and data cables. Required power line interface (TW523 or PSC05) not included.
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WGL Rain8 Weatherproof Housing - 20036
Rain8 Weatherproof Housing. This 10inch x 12inch x 4inch weatherproof enclosure is available to house 1 to 3 Rain8s (8 to 24 zones). Enclosure also holds a duplex AC receptacle that can be shared between multiple Rain8s.
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