2022 Sep 09, 08:31 AM
Hi,
I'm neew to Python and RPi
I was looking for a way to replace my garden watering computer and decide to try using RPi
I started writing my own code and then found SIP. It meets my needs perfectly.
I successfully set up SIP on a Zero W. (I haven't actually connected the relays yet - still waiting for them to arrive, but it runs my LEDS just fine.)
The web interface is fantastic.
Thank you so much.
I live in a region with a rainy and a dry season. During the height of the rainy season (which sadly is getting shorter and shorter) the watering system is simply off. During the dry season it is on. I am looking for a way to modulate the system during transitions between seasons.
I noticed that there is an option for a rain sensor. I assume that is to delay watering.
I see there is a weather plugin as well.
Two questions:
Can I use a soil moisture sensor in place of a rain sensor?
Where can I read about the weather plugin?
Thanks again for all your kind help
Nanogeek
I'm neew to Python and RPi
I was looking for a way to replace my garden watering computer and decide to try using RPi
I started writing my own code and then found SIP. It meets my needs perfectly.
I successfully set up SIP on a Zero W. (I haven't actually connected the relays yet - still waiting for them to arrive, but it runs my LEDS just fine.)
The web interface is fantastic.
Thank you so much.
I live in a region with a rainy and a dry season. During the height of the rainy season (which sadly is getting shorter and shorter) the watering system is simply off. During the dry season it is on. I am looking for a way to modulate the system during transitions between seasons.
I noticed that there is an option for a rain sensor. I assume that is to delay watering.
I see there is a weather plugin as well.
Two questions:
Can I use a soil moisture sensor in place of a rain sensor?
Where can I read about the weather plugin?
Thanks again for all your kind help
Nanogeek