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Program

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-09-01 05:29:35 UTC

Hi Bob,

 

You can go to Settings->Programs to edit it.


To delete a schedule on a certain day, you can go to the schedule page, select the date, tap the programs and there will pop up a window for you to skip the schedules.

 

Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support


IFTTT out of sync

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-31 07:16:53 UTC

Hi Andy,

 

Our R&D are instigating this issue and will get back to you later.

 

Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support


Error in watering ?

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-30 02:19:50 UTC

Hi Davide,


The app is correct and we will fix the error for the web version in the next release.

We checked from our server side and 5 waterings were OK. When Netro finishes running a watering schedule, it will send a confirmation to the cloud server. In this way, the could server knows whether the schedules are correctly executed or not.

The exclamation mark means the cloud server did not receive the confirmation from the device. In your case, the schedules afterwards are all correctly run and confirmed so don't worry about it. It could just be a temporary network issues. But if that happens a lot please check the WiFi signal strength. If you use a WiFi extender, please make sure it is connected to the main router stably.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

Netro Pixie full of water inside the box?

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-30 02:17:02 UTC

Dear customer,

 

We will replace the unit for you. Could you please send us email to support@netrohome.com with your Netro account registered email?
We would like to investigate this issue.


Thanks
Wency
Netro Support

Soil

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-30 02:15:19 UTC

Hi Stephen,


You can try loamy sand. If the soil is sticky, you could also try silty clay.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

App locks up

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-30 00:51:33 UTC

Hi Andy,


If this issue occurs again, could you please send us email to support@netrohome.com with your Netro account registered email and a screenshot?
We will have our technician look into this issue. 

Thanks
Wency
Netro Support

Manual watering

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-30 00:49:35 UTC

Hi Hadeel,


You can start manual run in the home page, or you can create a one time through Settings->Programs.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

Suspect a shorted solenoid

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-26 02:08:31 UTC
Dear customer,

Though the chances of damage is very low, we suggest testing all the solenoids with an amp meter.

Thanks,
Wency
Netro Support

Wunderground

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-26 01:54:48 UTC
Dear Kasper,

We have set the PWS ID for you now.

Currently the app has a bug to prevent user add station ID from the app, it will be fixed soon in our next release. If you want to change Weather underground station ID, you can let us know. We will change for you. 

Regards, 

Wency

Netro Support

List of Wunderground station IDs?

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-26 01:54:24 UTC

Dear customer,


Netro does not have the list of Wunderground station ID.


Thanks,
Wency
Netro Support

How can add zones

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-25 06:47:24 UTC

Hi Veronica,


You can go to Settings->Zones, enter each zone and edit the zone specifications.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

Need Sprite to water less often

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-25 06:46:10 UTC

Dear customer,


EPA standard encourage longer water time and less water frequency, which will help growth of the roots. It will also break long water time to several small slots to prevent water runoff. If you think the smart schedules water too much , you can either change to different smart zone mode (ECO), or you can set up your own programs and set up your smart zone in basic level. Please check this article for more info. https://netrohome.com/forum/posts/111 


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

Clock on sprite

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-25 06:43:48 UTC

Hi Rory,


The time zone is your local time.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

Weather Undergound Station Help

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-25 06:41:52 UTC
Dear Kasper,

We have set the PWS ID for you now.

Currently the app has a bug to prevent user add station ID from the app, it will be fixed soon in our next release. If you want to change Weather underground station ID, you can let us know. We will change for you. 

Regards, 

Wency

Netro Support

Can Pixie measure water flow?

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-24 03:14:43 UTC

Hi Ethan,


Currently Netro does not support measuring water flow rate.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

How do I program to give my plants 50 gallons of water every other day?

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-22 03:00:53 UTC

Hi Ethan, 


Netro uses the area and depth flow rate(inch/hour) to calculate the water usage and the equation we use is 

Area(inch^2) x depth flow rate (inch/hour) x time (hour) = water usage(inch^3) 

To have 50 gallons every other day for your zone, you will first need to calculate the watering duration according to the equation and then adjust smart watering or create your own programs. 

 You can choose boost mode to increase the watering amount. You can also choose "customized" mode to adjust watering by providing the preferred moisture level and flow rate of your sprinklers. (you will see the estimated water time after adjusting the percentage) 


Thanks, 

Wency 

Netro Support


Whisperer too weak

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-22 02:54:06 UTC

Hi Alfonso,


I will forward your request to our developers.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

Total reset

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-22 02:52:39 UTC

Dear customer, 


Please follow the steps to do a total reset. 

1.Power off the device(unplug the power adapter) 

2.Wait for 2 seconds, replug the power back in 

3.Wait for 3 minutes for the device to start up 

4.Press and hold the reset button for 8 seconds to do a hard reset 

5.Wait for 3 minutes. This should set the light to slow blinking. 

Then you can go to the Netro app -> settings-> controller -> change wifi network/password. 


Thanks, 

Wency

Netro Support

Wunderground Personal Weather Station

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-22 01:23:16 UTC

Hi John,


We have updated it for you now.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support

Why gap in smart schedule?

19
Wency Pan
Updated at 2022-08-19 01:15:46 UTC

Hi Ethan,


Netro's algorithm encourages longer water time and less water frequency, which will help growth of the roots. It will also break long water time to several small slots to prevent water runoff.


Some zones are watered multiple times a day, you probably selected clay, clay loam or loam as the soil type which accepts water slowly, often as little as 1/4 inch per hour and that is why we break the watering into many pieces to avoid water runoff.


Thanks,

Wency

Netro Support