Hardware
Why isn't my hardware showing up on the map on the Dashboard?
If your hardware is not showing up on your map, you need to press the reset button identified by the red box below. The GPS coordinates will update the next time the sensor station sends data to the base station.
Why is my rain gauge not working?
If you believe your rain gauge is not working properly, there are two things you should check: 1. Is your debris filter clogged? 2. Is the rain gauge level? Is your debris filter clogged? See the picture of the rain gauge debris filter below. Image ...
What is the maximum range of the sensor station to the base station?
Line-of-sight between the sensor station & base station is really important Line-of-sight (rather than range) to the central base station is the most important factor to consider when choosing where to install your sensor stations. Bottom line: our ...
What does the sensor station measure besides soil moisture?
Temperature is important, too. Currently, Trellis’ sensors measure soil temperature at a depth of 2” below the surface.
What do Trellis' soil moisture sensors measure?
Our sensors measure soil moisture tension or how hard the plant to extract the water it needs from the soil. Soil moisture tension is a negative pressure value, measured in kilopascals (kPa). The more negative the number, the harder it is to get ...
What do the lights on the sensor station circuit board mean?
The lights on the circuit board help you understand how the sensor station is working. Inside the top of your sensor station electronics box, you should see the following 'cheat sheet' Sensor Station Cheat Sheet 'Good' If the sensor station can ...
How often does the sensor measure soil moisture?
Our sensor stations record data at regular intervals so you can make decisions with up-to-date information. Trellis sensor stations measure soil moisture every 2 hours. This information is relayed to the central base station, which uploads the data ...
How many sensor stations do I need?
We recommend using 1 or 2 sensors per soil texture per irrigation zone. We can help you determine how many soil textures you have for a given field. As a general rule of thumb, growers usually have 2 or 3 sensors per center pivot irrigation system.
How many sensor stations can transmit information to a single base station?
Our base stations can handle a lot of sensor stations! There isn’t a limit to the number of sensors that can transmit data back to a single base station. One of our customers had 50 sensors that communicated to one base station.
How long will the sensors themselves last?
Taking care when removing sensors will prolong their lifespan. The current expected lifespan of the probe is ~2 to 3 years with proper care while uninstalling the sensors and between seasons.
How does the sensor station measure soil moisture?
We use Irrometer's Watermark sensors & Sentek's Drill & Drop sensors to measure moisture. Each Watermark sensor station contains between up to 5 Irrometer Watermark soil moisture sensors, which have been used & trusted by growers for nearly 40 years. ...
How do I reset my sensor station?
Sometimes we all need a little reset... To reset your sensor, open the electronics box and press the button outlined in red below. Sensor Station Reset Button You're all set! If you're still having trouble, check out our sensor station cheat sheet ...
How do I know if the base station is working?
Step 1: Check the Status Light. Open the electronics box & check to see if the status light (outlined in red below) is flashing green. If it is flashing green, your base station is working. Step 2: Check your Cheat Sheet (if you have one). If you ...
How do I know if my Watermark sensors are plugged in?
Think your Watermark sensor wires are disconnected? Here's how to check. A screw terminal block secures all sensor wires to the circuit board (see picture below). Step 1: Make sure the sensors are plugged into the screw terminal correctly. If you ...
How are the sensor stations powered?
AA Lithium batteries power our sensor stations Each sensor station uses 2-AA lithium batteries (we recommend Energizer's Ultimate Lithium batteries!), which are included with purchase and available at most supermarkets, should they need to be ...