{"id":2977,"date":"2026-07-16T09:10:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T09:10:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/protech.lbp-support.com\/?post_type=project&#038;p=2977"},"modified":"2026-07-16T09:10:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T09:10:31","slug":"esp-me3-series-controller-2","status":"publish","type":"project","link":"https:\/\/protech.lbp-support.com\/ar\/product\/esp-me3-series-controller-2\/","title":{"rendered":"ESP-ME3 Series Controller"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimate Flexibility. Unmatched Performance.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>ESP-ME3 Series Controller<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Rain Bird is a highly flexible residential and light commercial irrigation controller designed to grow with your system. Supporting <\/span><b>4 to 22 stations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with simple expansion modules, it allows upgrades without removing or powering down the unit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WiFi-ready with the optional <\/span><b>LNK2 WiFi Module<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the ESP-ME3 becomes a smart irrigation controller with <\/span><b>EPA WaterSense <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">capabilities, enabling remote programming and monitoring through the Rain Bird mobile app. With optional flow sensor compatibility, it also provides advanced water monitoring and system protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Characteristics:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>WiFi Upgrade Ready:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remote monitoring and control via iOS &amp; Android with LNK2 WiFi Module (sold separately).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weather-Based Adjustments:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Internet-based weather data can reduce water use by up to 30% (with LNK2).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Expandable Station Capacity:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Supports 4\u201322 stations with swappable modules.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Large LCD Display:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Clear, easy-to-navigate interface.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>4 Independent Programs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Up to 6 start times per program (24 total start times).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flexible Scheduling Options:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Days of week, ODD\/EVEN days, or Cyclic (1\u201330 days).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Master Valve\/Pump Start Circuit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Programmable by station.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flow Sensor Compatible:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enhanced water monitoring and protection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Advanced Diagnostics:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Short detection with LED alerts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Contractor Default\u2122 Program:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Save and restore custom programs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rain Sensor Controls:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Station-level bypass and up to 14-day watering delay.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manual Watering Option:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By program or individual station.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seasonal Adjust:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Apply globally or per program.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adjustable Valve Delay:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Customizable delay between stations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Non-Volatile Memory:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 100-year program storage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>9V Battery Programming:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remote programming without AC power (battery not included).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ultimate Flexibility. 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