Pentair ScreenLogic2 Part Numbers

[patterrr]

I have an EasyTouch 8 system. Today my wireless remote will no longer connect, continuously saying "NO COMM". The antenna for the system (part number 520949) is what I'm guessing is the problem, as other things such as power cycling the system and doing the wireless address -> scanning procedure didn't work. The "RF LINK" and "485 LINK" LEDs on the antenna blink six times each, and from what I've read that means it needs to be replaced. Is that correct?

Anyways, it appears that the cost to replace it is around the same cost as ScreenLogic2 protocol adapters on Ebay, so I'm thinking about just switching to ScreenLogic2 and ditching the wireless remote. However, I'm finding ScreenLogic2 to be a bit confusing with a bunch of different part numbers and options. I have Ethernet drops right next to my EasyTouch8 system, so my plan was to simply run the RS-485 from the EasyTouch8 system into a protocol adapter and then plug that into the Ethernet drop. Is this all I need and then I can download the mobile app and the PC software to use it, or do I need anything else?

Also, the part numbers for this are a bit confusing for me. According to Pentair's website, the protocol adapter is 520500, but I'm also seeing numbers online such as 520535 and 520489. Does anybody know the difference between these? Are some older models than others? Can I use any of them?

Thank you!

 

[ajw22]

520500 is the Protocol Adapter box only.

520535 is a kit that includes the Protocol Adapter and Wireless Transceiver.

If you are hard wiring your system then you just plug the Cat5 cable into the 520500 box by your panel.

Note that connecting your home network to the EasyTouch exposes your house network to lightning surges. Using a wireless transceiver gives you an air gap.

 

[patterrr]

@ajw22 Thank you very much! Good point on the air gap.