Hunter ROAM-KIT Sprinkler Remote Controller, Works with X-Core, Pro-C, PCC, I-Core, Acc Irrigation Timers, 1000 ft Range, 128 Addresses, SmartPort Compatible, Complete Kit

I have a 12 zone Hunter controlled sprinkler system irrigating my yard. The system control unit is mounted in the inside front of one of my garages. Historically, checking the system for leaks and conducting repairs amounted to either a two man job (one working control unit and one working the yard) to advance zones and manage on/off or required running back and forth to the garage to manage. This was time consuming and downright annoying.This remote unit has changed my life!! It works like a charm. With clear instructions on how to install, once the transmitter was wired into my control unit and included batteries were placed into the receiver, I was immediately able to turn on my first zone remotely. I tested all zones even from the back corner of my property. The system worked flawlessly. Honestly, the range of the wireless remote exceeded my expectations. It worked through the garage walls and was unincumbered by any of my home structures, landscaping, and hardwoods.I mounted the transmitter directly to my Hunter control unit. My unit had a round cut out portal that almost appeared to be made to house the transmitter's plug in port. Once I drilled out the hole, I was able to easily screw the port into the plastic of the system control unit. The transmitter plugged in easily and now sits vertically alongside the outside of the system control unit box. It looks clean, fits well, and transmits perfectly.The construction of this equipment is also impressive. The remote has good weight to it and both the remote and transmitter are made of high quality plastic and materials. Not sure of battery life yet, but it appears to be solid. The package comes with 4 AAA batteries that are working just fine for now. It also has a battery level indicator once powered on, so you can keep track of remaining power.I now can manage my irrigation as a one man job with complete command over every zone. My only issue is why I didn't purchase this little gem 19 years ago when we bought the house and installed the system.

For those of you that have an older Hunter controller SRC plus, this remote works just fine right out of the box. I didn’t even have to change the wiring. I just use the old socket plugged the receiver in. I couldn’t find anything that said it was compatible with the SRC plus controller so I just want to provide this information to those who have one.

One of the best investment I have made. This equipment is saving a lot of time and effort.

1. No mounting hardware for the receiver included. The instructions suggest using a threaded PVC "T". Also suggests Hunter P/N 258200 mounting bracket. Neither included nor any other mounting hardware. The receiver MUST be mounted somewhere, so why not include a way to mount it... even if you have to charge $1 more? I know, a PVC "T" is inexpensive. But I still had to drive to HD to get one plus had to buy brackets to attach the PVC to the garage wall.2. 3, long loose wires on the Smart-Port connector.... untidy, sloppy, lame... if you end up mounting the receiver somewhere besides on the PVC conduit for the controller wires. (Within the allowed 6-ft from the controller, of course.) Should have had a sheath to keep them neatly together.Operation of the remote didn't seem intuitive, and I didn't think the instructions were as helpful as they could be... so I had to fumble with it for a bit. So... here's a quick summary to get you started.1. When transmitter powers on (Mode button), it comes up on the "active station"... which is the last one you ran before you turned it off. (When started for the first time, defaults a "Station 1, Pgm A")2. Next, hit the Mode button 2 times to bring up the setting for "number of stations". That's the number of stations this controller is going to operate. If you have 6 stations, select "6" and then hit no buttons for 10 seconds until the screen changes.3. Now you can scroll (up/dn arrows) your station numbers and program letters. They will be 1-2-3-4-5-6, PgmA, PgmB, PgmC. You can also scroll the opposite direction.4. When a station is running, you do not need to hit the "off" button (left arrow) before advancing to the next station. Just select the station/program you want next and hit the "on" button (right arrow). The prior station will turn itself off before the newly selected station starts.In spite of my annoyance about Hunter "cheaping out" by not including mounting hardware and not sheathing the wiring for the SmartPort, this is a 5-star device. RECOMMENDED!(My neighbor has a 24-station sprinkler system. I told him, "you should get one of these".

Hunter ROAM kit arrived as promised. As advertised, I needed to provide 4 AA batteries and print the manual. Otherwise, it was a new product that works as expected for $60 less than “new”. A great value.

ROAM Stopped working. The receiver beeps 4 times, but the controller will not pair with the receiver. Bought twice. Waste of time and money.Garbage!

So far, so good. Our sprinkler guy retired. This helps getr done.

Works as advertised. The receiver needs to be mounted vertically away from any steel doors. Range is good through 2 concrete walls at about 25m. Controls simple, excellent product.