Lake Valley Engineering Installer, Configurator, Store

Lake Valley Engineering Configurator

Before entering the LVE store, please answer the six questions listed below, then use the button at the end of the questionaire to enter the store. Based on your answers, we will provide a tailored package listing all recommended components. You can elect to purchase that package or you will be able to pick and choose individual components as desired.

Select the appropriate settings

Explanation

Zone Count

How many zones or individual areas will your control system manage?
Note: If you need more than what is offered here, please contact us directly.

Well Water

Yes
No

Is your system supplied by a local well?
(Does your system turn on a pump when watering?)

Connectivity

Remote
Direct

How do you want to interface your PC to the controller hardware?

If your PC sets within a few feet of where the controller box will reside we recommend you go "Direct", otherwise choose "Remote"

In "Remote", the wiring in your home or facility is used as the transmission medium. Ideally, the wall outlet near your computer needs to be serviced by the same electrical phase that services the controller hardware. If that is not the case, you can still use this method, but will need to acquire a "phase coupler" sold by other parties. Please call us if this is the case.

The "Direct" method requires direct cabling between the controller and your PC. LVE recommends that you use this option if you can locate your PC within close proximity (15 to 20 ft) of the controller electronics. The controller electronics supplier specifies the distance between the controller hardware and your PC can be as long as 1000'. You could wire a direct connect from the controller, throughout your home or facility, eventually connecting to a remote PC. LVE recommends the "Remote" option over this scenario.

Service Level

DIY
LVE Assisted Config
LVE Platinum Package

The system can be configured by almost anyone, but setup can be time intensive while you are learning the ropes. LVE offers (3) system delivery options.

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DIY Do It Yourself	This package provides all of the hardware needed to establish your system. It is intended for those with a technical aptitude and with the time needed to configure the system. In general, you are on your own with this package, although one hour of LVE Tech Support is available after the initial ISC registration. You can use that support for any purpose you desire, including hardware setup, at no cost. The option to purchase additional technical support is available
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LVE Assisted Config	This package is intended for those customers that can collect various parameters needed for ISC configuration, but prefer someone else prepare the program to utilize those physical values. LVE will provide written instructions and forms, and will discuss the measurements needed with you if you run into a problem. You make the indicated measurements and submit your findings back to LVE. The LVE technical support team then assimilates the data you provide, and creates a configuration package tailored to your site. The deliverables in this package are the same as those in the DIY package, but in addition includes a pre-tested and validated configuration file customized to your location and the data set you provided.
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LVE Platinum Package	This package is intended for those customers interested in a complete turn key solution. LVE will come to your site and collect all neccesary data. LVE will configure and install the software on your computer. LVE will establish the interface with the controller electronics and verify functionality with the balance of your irrigation system resources. The deliverables in this package are the same as those in the DIY package, but also includes an on-site evaluation, a pre-tested and validated configuration file customized to your location, software installation, and system verification. Note: Platinum package discounts may apply depending on your proximity to Boulder, CO. Limited Availability in some areas, please call for scheduling options in your area
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PC RS-232

Yes
No

Do you have an RS-232 port on your PC that can be dedicated to this system?

Example of an RS-232 port(s) on a tower PC

The RS-232 hardware connector(s), if present, is located on the back of your PC. Typically it is near the printer port. The white arrows on the image, below left, point to two RS-232 connectors on the back of a tower PC.

Laptop RS-232 Port Illustration

The RS-232 port is identified as having 9-male pins enclosed within a female housing. A more detailed picture of this connector is indicated in the image at right. The connector of interest is to the left of the 25-pin printer port(female sockets / male housing).

Look closely sometimes the VGA or SVGA monitor connectors have a simliar appearance, but will have 15 or more male pins.

Some older PC's might have a 25-pin connector (male pins/female housing). Our hardware ships with a 9-pin connector only. If you have the 25 pin connector, you will need to acquire a 25 pin to 9 pin male adapter.

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