Bl commander, Two-wire devices – Baseline Systems BaseStation 3200 User Manual
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BaseStation 3200 Advanced Irrigation Controller Manual
Communication options include the following:
• Cellular Modem
• Ethernet
• Wireless Ethernet (Wi-Fi)
• Wireless RF spread spectrum radio
• Direct RS-232 connection
Note: To install the remote communication devices, refer to the
instructions included with the device.
BL Commander
The BL-Commander is a handheld radio for activating valves while away from the BaseStation 3200 controller. The
radio receiver is powered from the BL-3200X series controller and can be easily moved between controllers for
field service and repair. More information is available on the Baseline web sit
• BL Commander Handheld Remote Control
You can connect a BL Commander handheld remote control unit to the BaseStation 3200. The BL Commander
unit is a special version of the popular TRC Commander remote control unit manufactured by Irrigation
Remotes and is compatible with all TRC Commander accessories and antennas.
• BL Commander Permanent Mount Receiver Kits
A permanent receiver kit may be factory or field installed. It communicates digitally with the BaseStation 3200
unit via a special internal port in the controller. With this option, you can operate your controllers using a BL
Commander handheld unit. The receiver kit has DIP switches to set group and unit security codes.
• BL Commander Mobile Receiver
A mobile receiver unit connects to any compatible 3200 controller through the remote control port on the
front panel. The mobile receiver unit receives power from the controller.
• BL Commander Universal Receiver Adapter
You can use a Universal Receiver Adapter unit to operate older conventionally wired controllers with the BL
Commander handheld remote control unit. You can operate up to 32 stations with the Universal Receiver
Adapter. To turn zones on and off using the unit, you attach a special connection adapter to each valve wire,
common, and to 24 VAC power.
Two-Wire Devices
The BaseStation 3200 can communicate with all of the following Baseline accessories:
• One, two, and four valve biCoders
• 12, 24, 36, and 48 zone 5200R series powered biCoders
• biSensor soil moisture sensors
• PFS series smart PVC flow sensors
• BFM series smart metal-body flow meters
• BHM series hydrometers – metal-body flow meter and master valve combination
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