2
Chapter 1: Introduction
DXi Quick Start Guide
Additional add-on kits can be added to the base models to accommodate your
irrigation needs:
• DXI-OPB08-EXP - DXi 8-station output board expansion kit
• DXI-CELL-EXP - DXi cellular kit with antenna
• DXI-RADIO-EXP - DXi UHF radio kit with antenna
• DXI-RADIO-P-EXP - DXi UHF radio kit with antenna
(for plastic pedestal only)
• DXI-WIFI-EXP - DXi wi kit with antenna
• PMRKIT - ProMax permanent-mount remote receiver with antenna
• PMRKIT-P - ProMax permanent-mount remote receiver with antenna
(for plastic pedestal only)
• DXI-WOB-E-EXP - DXi 900MHz XTND Radio Kit, WMS DXi only
• DXI-WOB-E-P-EXP - DXi 900MHz XTND Radio Kit, WMS DXi
only (for plastic pedestal only)
Hardware Features
Capacity*:
• Up to 96 stations per satellite in conventional congurations, 200 stations
per controller in two-wire (TWICE™) congurations.
• Up to 48 conventional stations + 100 two-wire stations in our hybrid
models (for TWICE two-wire conversion projects).
• For Laguna: ree dedicated master valve (MV) outputs, either normally
closed or normally open.
For Sentinel WMS: One dedicated master valve (MV) output
• No auxiliary 24VAC relays for pumps, lights, etc.
• Up to Six inputs to connect ow sensors/meters or other pulse-data devices.
(Note that these devices are independent of the optional Laguna and
Sentinel
wireless
weather solutions.)
• Two alarm inputs and a 4-20mA sensor input
• An expansive, 4.4” LCD back-lit display with rapid menu navigation and
“digital ink” for high visibility in the sun.
• Integrated cabinet access lighting or “fridge light” and pivoting brackets for
improved setup and service access (select models)
• Transparent, custom – t plastic covers for all circuit boards for added
protection against the elements and pests (certain models).
• Multiple system communication options: 4G LTE, UHF radio, Ethernet,
WiFI and Serial port.
• Lightning protection up to 18kV
* DXi controller capacity will vary between Sentinel WMS and Rain Master
Laguna centrals.