IQ4 Operator Online

This training introduces the IQ4 Cloud Central Control Software system software and its primary functions related to basic and advanced irrigation operation, monitoring, programming and reporting. Programming complexity is equal to that of a stand-alone irrigation controller program. Additional emphasis is placed on the installation and setup of the various Network Communication Cartridges into the ESP-LX Controller and the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.

Course Outline


Unit 1 Getting Started – IQ4

Unit 2 System Setup

Unit 3 Controllers

Unit 4 Programs

Unit 5 Activity

Unit 6 Reports

Unit 7 System Status

Unit 8 IQ 4G Installation and Setup

Unit 9 IQNCC EN Ethernet Network Communication Cartridge Installation

Unit 10 IQ Server/Client Satellite Radio Configuration & Installationon

Unit 11 IQNCC RS RS-232 Network Communication Cartridge – IQNet
Server/Client Installation

Learning Objectives


Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Install, activate, program and operate the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.
2. Install an IQ NCC-4G Cartridge into an ESP-LX controller and perform the setup of this cartridge in the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.
3. Properly setup Flo-Manager and Flo-Watch features in the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.
4. Navigate through the different areas of the Rain Bird Dashboard in the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.
5. Install an IQ NCC-EN Cartridge into an ESP-LX controller and perform the setup of this cartridge in the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.
6. Install and configure an IQ SS Radio as a Server or Client in the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.
7. Install an IQ NCC-RS Cartridge into an ESP-LX controller and perform the setup of this cartridge in the IQ4 Cloud Central Control System Software.

Suggested Prerequisites


  • The participant should have a working knowledge of the Windows 10 or higher computer operating systems.