Rain Bird LNK2 Bedienungsanleitung

LNK2™ WiFi Module

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

Table of Contents

Introduction ....................................................... 1

Controller Compatibility................................ 2

LNK2™ WiFi Module Installation ................ 3

Rain Bird Mobile App .................................... 4

Troubleshooting Guide ................................. 5

Frequently Asked Questions ..................... 6

Light Cues ........................................................ 12

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

Start Saving When You Add Instant

WiFi Connectivity to Your Controller

LNK2 installs in seconds without tools, making it a simple

and a ordable solution for Rain Bird controllers without built-

in WiFi. A er a quick setup you’ll be able to monitor multiple

sites with ease—right from your mobile device—and enjoy

advanced water-saving features that save up to 50% in water.

Optimize Irrigation

Weather data from local weather sources triggers

automatic adjusts to run times so your yard only receives

the water it needs

Conserve Water

Gain access to notiﬁ cations, Delay Watering, and more

advanced features.

Manage Remotely

Control irrigation right from your mobile device with

NO HIDDEN FEES! Download Rain Bird’s FREE App to

manage your watering from anywhere in the world.

Protect Privacy

LNK2 uses encrypted wireless communication to protect

user’s privacy.

Unlock Voice Control

LNK2 is smart home compatible for convenient, voice-

activated control

A Smart & Responsible Solution

LNK2™ WiFi Module

Visit h ps://wiﬁ .rainbird.com/ to learn more.

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

Controller Compatibility

ESP-ME3 Residential /

Light Commercial

ESP-TM2 Residential

ST8 Residential

ESP-ME Residential /

Light Commercial

ESP-RZXe International

Residential

Detailed Compatibility Requirements:

1. Controller

LNK2 WiFi is compatible with Rain Bird ESP-TM2, ESP-RZXe,

ESP-ME3, and ESP-ME controllers manufactured a er

November 2, 2016. Compatible controllers must have the

LNK™ Ready WiFi symbol in the front panel.

LNK2 is also compatible with LXIVM, LXME2 and

LXME2 Pro controllers.

2. Network

Verify that your network is 2.4 Ghz. Note that LNK2 is NOT

compatible with 5.0 Ghz

3. Rain Bird App

Be sure the Rain Bird App on your device is updated to the

following version or newer

• Android: Version 2.17.12 (392) • iOS: Version 2.18.9 (2)

To verify your Rain Bird

Controller is compatible,

look for a “LNKTM Ready”

symbol on the front panel.

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

LNK2TM WiFi Module Installation

Download the

Rain Bird Mobile App

Open Rain Bird app and select

Add Controller (bo om le of

screen), then follow Setup Wizard

Add Controller

NOTE: Information you will need for setup

• WiFi network name (SSID)

• WiFi network password

• Email address

• Residence Zip Code

Scan this QR code or

visit wiﬁ .rainbird.com

to watch setup and

support videos.

Open the Controller Front Panel

and insert the LNK2 WiFi module

into the accessory slot. The LNK2

should start blinking Blue.

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

Rain Bird Mobile App

Save Changes

Weather Forecast*

View today’s weather

and the 5-day outlook

*with internet connection

Edit Program

Activate Auto, Seasonal

Adjust, change watering

schedule

Se ings

Update app notiﬁ cations,

network se ings, controller

passwords, and smart

home options

Seasonal Adjust %

View automatic seasonal

watering adjustment

Next Scheduled Event

View Zone, Start Time

and Run Time of the next

scheduled irrigation event.

WiFi Tab

Measure WiFi signal strength

at the controller. RSSI values

larger than -70 (-70’s, -80’s

or -90’s) indicate need for

signal booster.

Return to Login Screen

Send access invitations,

add/remove controllers,

or view all controllers

Edit Timer Name

Change the designated

name of the timer.

Calendar View of

Watering Schedule

View the watering schedule

in convenient calendar form

Manually Water Zone

Choose a Zone to start

watering immediately

Manual Water Delay

Up to 14 day delay

Add/Remove Zone

Click to add or remove a

Zone from the schedule

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

Troubleshooting Guide

START HERE

STEP 1: Conﬁrm Compatibility

• Conﬁrm your controller is compatible with LNK2 WiFi.

• LNK2 WiFi is compatible with Rain Bird ESP-TM2, ESP-RZXe, ESP-ME3, and ESP-ME controllers

manufactured aer November 2, 2016.

• Compatible controller will have the WiFi symbol in the front panel.

• LNK2 is also compatible with LXIVM, LXME2 and LXME2 Pro controllers.

STEP 2: Verify Network

• Verify that your network is 2.4 Ghz. Note that LNK2 is NOT compatible with 5.0 Ghz.

• Learn more here: wiﬁ.rainbird.com/articles/if-i-do-not-have-a-2-4-ghz-network-available-what-do-i-do/

STEP 3: Check for Updates

• Be sure the Rain Bird App on your device is updated to the following version or newer

• Android: Version 2.17.12(392)

• iOS: Version 2.18.9 (2)

Scan this QR code or visit wiﬁ.rainbird.com

to watch setup and support videos.

Call 1-800-RAINBIRD to speak with a representative Monday–Friday, 7 AM–5 PM Pacific.

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my controller is compatible with LNK2 WiFi?

Compatible with Rain Bird ESP-ME, ESP ME3, ESP-TM2, & RZXe manufactured

a er November 2, 2016. Look for the WiFi symbol in the front of the control panel

to verify compatibility.

How do I download the Rain Bird app?

The Rain Bird app is available for both Apple and Android mobile devices.

• Download the Rain Bird app for iOS by visiting the App Store.

• Download the Rain Bird app for Android on Google Play.

How do I set up the LNK2 WiFi Module

1. Download the Rain Bird Mobile App

2. Open the Controller Front Panel and insert the LNK2 WiFi module into the accessory

slot. The LNK2 should start blinking Blue.

3. Open Rain Bird app and select Add Controller (bo om le of screen), then follow Setup

Wizard

Can I use voice control with LNK2 WiFi Module?

Yes! LNK2 is compatible with Amazon Alexa* and Google Assistant. Read more here.

*Amazon Alexa integration is only available in the United States, Canada, India, Australia

and the United Kingdom.

For more help, scan the QR or visit

wiﬁ .rainbird.com and see video titled

“LNK2 WiFi Module Setup.”

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

Why am I receiving this error: Please Connect to the Rain Bird Network?

You may be connected to the wrong WiFi network or have Location Services Disabled on your device.

1. Verify the WiFi module is blinking green and red, and that you are connected to the WiFi

network with Rain Bird in the name.

2. Ensure Location Services are enabled in device seings, and location access is enabled for

the Rain Bird app.

Why is my WiFi Module light blinking green but not connecting?

During setup the Rain Bird app is designed to check that your WiFi module is successfully connected

to your selected WiFi network by connecting your mobile device to the same network. It is possible

that your mobile device automatically reconnected to a dierent WiFi network than the Rain Bird

controller. Please try the following or refer to the light map at the end of this document.

1. When receiving a “setup unsuccessful” message, check to ensure your mobile device is

connected to the same local WiFi network as your WiFi module and click “Retry”.

2. Restart the setup process by pressing the buon on your WiFi module (flashes red and green)

and go through the process again, this time ensuring that your mobile device reconnects to

the same WiFi network.

This article may also be helpful: wiﬁ.rainbird.com/articles/rain-bird-wiﬁ-network-setup-issues

How might a WiFi Range Extender help with my WiFi connection?

If you ﬁnd that you have poor WiFi signal strength at the controller, you can boost the signal of the

LNK2 WiFi Module’s Hotspot to extend its range using a commercially available WiFi signal boosters

that operates on 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz signals.

The amount of boost you can achieve will vary depending on the strength of the booster and your

local environment. If you decide to use a WiFi range extender, make sure the Rain Bird WiFi controller

connection is changed to the new WiFi Range extender network name and password. This is similar

to changing to a new WiFi router.

Frequently Asked Questions

LNK2™ WiFi Module User Guide

What should I do if my controller is not connecting to the WiFi network?

If you are having issues connecting to your WiFi network during setup please try the following:

1. Verify that you are connecting the controller to a 2.4 GHz network since 5 GHz is

not supported

2. Ensure that the network you are trying to connect to is not an unsupported satellite ISP or is

commercially secure. A commercial secure WiFi network may be one that is used for internal

purposes at an oce or company, and it is not available for guest use.

3. Check the WiFi network name and password.

a. It is recommended that the WiFi network name is selected from the list provided

in the app but if it does not show up for some reason it can be entered. If you did

not select the WiFi network name from a list, double check every character and

capitalization. Even spaces are counted as characters.

b. Double check the WiFi network password. Like the network name this is case

sensitive. Every character needs to be entered upper and lower case correctly, as

well as any spaces or special characters. Use the “Show Password” switch to see

exactly what is being entered.

c. If there is any doubt try to disconnect the mobile device from the WiFi network and

reconnect it again to make sure the name and password is correct.

4. Look for obstacles. Obstacles between the controller and the WiFi router or booster can

signiﬁcantly degrade WiFi signals, especially when installed outside the home. Things a WiFi

signal will not pass through may include:

• Cinderblock

• Sheet metal

• Cars

• Brick

• Large amounts of water (ﬁsh tanks)

In these cases, it is recommended to use a WiFi Range Extender between the WiFi router and

the irrigation controller or moving the WiFi router closer.

What should I do if my Samsung or Android mobile device is not connecting

to the WiFi network?

If you are having trouble connecting your mobile device to the Rain Bird hotspot network during

controller setup, try the following troubleshooting steps:

1. Make sure you keep the WiFi connection, even if the mobile device tells you internet is not

available when connecting to the Rain Bird network. The connection to your home WiFi

network with the internet is a later step.

Frequently Asked Questions

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