Features Modular Design Easy upgrade from LXME to LXME2 by swapping the front panel* 12-station base unit expandable to 48 stations with (3) ESPLXMSM12 12-station modules; Sold separately Only accepts 12 Station Expansion Module Access a flow sensor and a second MV2/P booster pump start circuit or normally closed master valve by upgrading to the LXME2 PRO. To upgrade, purchase the LXME2 PRO controller or the Pro Smart Module can be purchased separately. *LXME2 controllers only accept 12 station modules Intuitive Operation 40 programs allow for ultimate flexibility in irrigation scheduling Large backlit LCD display with easy to navigate softkey user interface Copy and paste functions for easy programming of multiple stations Use this controller with IQ4 Central Control Compatible with IQ4: Allowing users to control/ monitor 1 to 1000s of controllers from their computer or mobile device Powerful Water Management FloManager™ manages hydraulic demand, making full use of available water to shorten total watering time SimulStations™ are programmable to allow up to 5 stations to operate at the same time (Max 2 SimulStations per station module) LXME2 PRO models include additional flow management capability and an additional second MV2/P for station level booster pump control Next generation in 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 the user to customize station capacity from 12 to 48 stations and upgrade to the LXME2 PRO by purchasing the PRO controller or installing the Pro Smart Module. The LXME2 PRO gives the user access to one flow sensor input, advanced flow management capabilities, and a second MV2/P pump start output. Specs Water Management Features FloManager™ manages hydraulic demand, making full use of available water to shorten total watering time SimulStations™ are programmable to allow up to 5 stations to operate at the same time Water Windows by program plus 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 to prevent or pause watering Program or Global Monthly Seasonal Adjust 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 hrs continuous runtime Seasonal Adjust: 0% to 300% (16 hrs maximum station run time) 40 independent programs (programs can overlap) 10 start times per program Program Day Cycles include: custom days of the week, odd, odd no 31st, even, and cyclical dates Manual station start, manual program start, test all Stations Electrical Specifications Input required: 120 VAC ± 10%, 60Hz; 230 VAC +10% -6%, 50 Hz. Output: 26.5 VAC 1.9A Power back-up: Lithium coin-cell battery maintains time and date while nonvolatile memory maintains the schedule Multi-valve capacity: Maximum five 24 VAC, 7 VA solenoid valves simultaneous operation including the master valve, maximum two solenoid valves per station module Retrofit Applications: Previous generation LXME controllers can be upgraded with LXME2 hardware Cabinet - LXME era cabinets (chassis) are compatible with LXME2 hardware and do not need to be upgraded Faceplate - LXME faceplate can be swapped with an LXME2 faceplate (LXME2FP) 12 Station Modules (ESP-LXM-SM12) - Existing wiring to 12 station modules can remain unchanged 4 & 8 Station Modules - Not supported (replace with ESP-LXM-SM12) Base Module (BM2-LXME) - Is compatible with the LXME2 Flow Smart Module (FSM-LXME) - Not supported (replace with PSM-LXME2) Flow Smart IQ Connection Module (IQ-FSCMLXME) - Not supported (replace with IQ-PSCMLXME2). 6 Pin Remotes - Not compatible with LXME2 Dimensions Width: 14.32 in. (36,4 cm) Height:12.69 in. (32,2 cm) Depth: 5.50 in. (14,0 cm) Manuals & Literature ESP-LXME2 Tech Spec Controller Spec Book - LX Commercial Controllers, IQ Central Control & Flow Sensor IQ4 - ESP-LXME2 Controller Training LXME2 Manual LXME2 Quick Start & Programming Guide LXME2 Sell Sheet