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Rain-Bird ESP4MEI Indoor Irrigation WiFi Zone Controller Timer Box and Link Lnk WiFi Mobile Wireless Smartphone Upgrade Module Sprinkler System

Rain-Bird ESP4MEI Indoor Irrigation WiFi Zone Controller Timer Box and Link Lnk WiFi Mobile Wireless Smartphone Upgrade Module Sprinkler System

Rain-Bird ESP4MEI Indoor Irrigation WiFi Zone Controller Timer Box and Link Lnk WiFi Mobile Wireless Smartphone Upgrade Module Sprinkler System
$ 218.10

Score By Feature

Based on 71 ratings
Alexa integration
9.90
WiFi signal
9.48
Easy to install
9.28
User interface
9.28
Smart Features
8.28

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Product Description

When 4 is used From 22 to Scalability of stations, the ESP Your customers enjoy better service when they work with MEI. It is possible to use the same controller for residential and light commercial sites - the more stations you install, the more you save. This means you and your customers get the best price possible. It also comes with WiFi capability for easy installation.
When your irrigation system is onsite or connected remotely by Wifi, the device works like a wireless remote control for the irrigation system When offsite, monitoring and control is done via a web-based system
It is possible to access troubleshooting via a mobile device, simplify service calls, and receive warnings about freezing conditions when they are
Weather adjustments automatically change run time according to the weather, reducing water use up to 50%
A superior programming capability that complies with the harshest restrictions regarding water usage

Questions & Answers

Is there a plug for the wall outlet on this?

There is a 24V power supply that plugs into an outlet on the device.

Having a rain bird controller that is over ten years old is not acceptable. Could I use this in place of the previous one?

I replaced mine with a new one even though mine is over a decade old. Providing your old model number to rainbird tech support can help confirm whether your system is still functioning.

Could you tell me if this unit has a locked door?

Greetings, the Indoor version does not have a lockable door. This feature can be found on the Outdoor version. Plugging the indoor version in is the most convenient way to use it Both version have a built-in transformer and the outdoor version has a built-in transformer, so you want to hardwire it to a junction box or you can get a power cord.

The rainbird esp that I own has the following capabilities I have been using Dec2014 since December 2014. Can i use the 6 zone expansion module with the controller? It won't work with the LNK module, but can it be reused with ?

There is no need to reauthorize the six zone modules in this I would like to thank you for taking the time to read this

Selected User Reviews For Rain-Bird ESP4MEI Indoor Irrigation WiFi Zone Controller Timer Box and Link Lnk WiFi Mobile Wireless Smartphone Upgrade Module Sprinkler System

The system does not have a Link wireless module and only has four zones without adding additional It still requires the Rainbird Link wireless controller, so you will have to add this to cart
3/5

The listing is not well done or it would have been a 5 star listing. It is also worth noting that although the box can expand to 22 zones, there are only 4 ports in it, so you have to buy more expansion ports for the other zones, and each module adds six.

Talon Pratt
Talon Pratt
| Jan 26, 2021
I received something other than what I had hoped for
3/5

It consists of A WiFi Module LNK was advertised on Amazon as being able to connect to the internet via ME WiFi enabled controller. Despite the product being received bearing the implied accessory "Wifi Module-LNK", it was not included. Using the controller without this accessory will not allow you to access it via the internet.

Melani Hubbard
Melani Hubbard
| Feb 08, 2021
Rain Bird models from older generations can easily be upgraded
5/5

The wifi dongle had already been installed when I received the set. new system has the same dimensions as the previous one. All wires have been tagged (a lot! system, taking We had to wrap the bundle in plastic film (good idea), so everything came out easily (with the labels still attached). Specifically, I used the large module from the new system, and two from the old system (they fitted Having the ability to start and stop, restore and restore is great It is possible to put up a program, etc without the need to go to a It would have been great if the software had these minor improvements One per zone would enable you to easily see what part of your lawn is irrigated by that zone, rather than multiple zones which adds confusion The following are 2 and 3 It is very helpful to have a log file of irrigations so that I can monitor the amount of water used per season, zone, etc. Great product! If you are interested in home automation, I would highly recommend it. Also, I forgot to mention that it's compatible.

Carlos Jefferson
Carlos Jefferson
| Dec 09, 2020
The upgrade is great
5/5

Previously, I owned an older model of this controller that was the same except without the wireless capabilities You may choose this This control unit was plugged in with the wifi connectivity after the control unit was unplugged Dongle worked well and it was easy to use. This app pairs easily with my iPhone and works well on other locations over distance as well. The RainBird controller is pretty straight forward to use, but it took me a while to learn everything it can do. There are video guides on the RainBird site that walk you through each step. When I called a few places I was told that I could not simply swap out the controller, but that I would have to purchase a new That is not the case. It is easy to In spite of the fact that this controller is listed as "interior," the weatherproof box that it arrives in protects it from the elements. I used a plug-in controller that connected to an outdoor socket mounted near the box (mine was not hardwired). I believe that the only difference between the interior model and the exterior model is that the interior uses the plug-in type while the exterior is supposed to be hardwired. As I mentioned, mine is mounted outside and is hooked up to an exterior waterproof plug. There were no issues with the system. This is a recommended upgrade, especially if you have the older non-English version The controller in this article comes with wireless capabilities.

Kate Fleming
Kate Fleming
| Oct 06, 2020
App works great on the phone
5/5

The smart device works reliably at low cost, is easy to install and program, and is simple to use. Having a picture for each zone would be nice, but given the possibility of naming zones that is all that is required. Including programming, the switch over from the old to the new took less than half an hour. You can use old modules in the new controller to save money!.

Valeria Donovan
Valeria Donovan
| Oct 25, 2020
It works, but its simplicity makes it hard to use
5/5

The older panel was replaced by just the panel It was a piece of cake. I was able to connect easily to WiFi. If you compare the app to Rachio, the functionality is lacking. This app, for example, does not allow you to view history.

Brendan McGrath
Brendan McGrath
| Mar 12, 2021
Is easy to install, works as it is supposed to, and takes a couple of days to arrive
5/5

A product this good can be found at a reasonable price and is easy to install, versatile, and high-quality. It all ran smoothly and the outcome was above and beyond our I highly recommend this book.

Joel Harrell
Joel Harrell
| Oct 27, 2020
I just have one word to describe it The program is easy to use and set up
5/5

It also has a great way to interface with my cell phone!.

Bridget Pierce
Bridget Pierce
| Aug 10, 2020

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