Dual Control System
Our system features two options for system control — Physical and Online-Based
Hover Over Features and Controls for More Details!
Physical
TIMER
Sets system to Timer mode. In this mode, you can set a countdown timer using the up and down buttons, followed by the start/stop button to begin watering.
AUTO
Sets the system to automatic mode. This mode is hands free and irrigates on its own. Using weather data, time of day and moisture sensor readings, Auto mode aims to reduce water waste, improve crop health and save time.
UP & DOWN
Use the Up and Down buttons to set the countdown time in Timer mode, which will be displayed and updated on the LCD display.
Power Switch
This is the main power switch for the system and should be used to reboot/power cycle the system or as a disconnect when needed.
MANUAL
Sets the system to Manual mode. This mode allows the user to turn on and off the solenoid valve at any time for direct control of watering.
START/STOP
This button is used for Timer and Manual mode. In Timer mode this button will start the countdown timer once desired time is set and will pause and reset time if pressed again. In Manual mode this button simply toggles the solenoid valve on and off for control of watering.
QR Code
Scan this QR code for a link that will take you to our online control web app that features all the same controls as the physical enclosure. This web app will also display live and historic data for sensors, weather forecast and water usage.
LCD Display
This screen displays the current status of operating mode and WiFi/Weather connection status on the top line as well as timer settings on the bottom line. On bootup, the screen will indicate if the system is operating in online or offline mode, depending on Wifi connection.
Online
Mode Select
Allows you to change the system operating mode. Once changed, the phycsial enclosure will update the LED status within a few seconds.
Set Time
Allows you to set the time for the countdown timer. Once the desired time is se,t you can then press the Start/Stop button to begin watering. There is a status indicator that will inform you if the timer is "RUNNING" or "NOT RUNNING. Included is a 2.8 Hr preset button that will set the countdown timer to the optimal required irrigation time for the apple trees.
User Manual
Select this button to open a PDF that includes a system control overview for both Online and Physical control.
Start / Stop
Used when in Timer and Manual mode. In Timer mode you can start the countdown timer for watering. In Manual mode you can toggle the solenoid valve on and off for direct irrigation control.
Water Usage Cummlative
Displays the total amount of water used since the system booted up. This value should increase throughout the entire season.
Water Usage Daily
Displays the total daily water usage. This data will be sent to a historic daily water usage thinkspeak chart to show how each day differs.
Solenoid Status
Displays the current On or Off status of the solenoid valve. Lets you know when the system is irrigating or not.
Live Sensor Data
Displays the real time live readings of the moisture sensors connected to the system. Includes moisture and temperature values.
Website Link
This button will take you to this website which includes all of the system features, team and contact information.
Historic Data
This button will open the Thinspeak charts which displays the historic data for both sensors, weather forecast and daily water usage