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CropX Sensor Installation Guide Introduction This manual provides step-by-step instructions for installing a CropX sensor in your field. CropX offers two sensor models: CropX ‘Pro’ – Soil measurements at 8” & 18” (20 cm & 45cm); see fig. 1 below (left) CropX ‘Deep’ – Soil measurements at 8”, 18” & 36” (20cm, 45cm & 90cm); see fig. 1 below (right) Each model is shipped with a matching installation kit (installation process is the same for both models).
CropX Installation Kit Contents: Item Description Item image Drill bit ‘Pro’: 0.7'' X 21.6'' (18 x 550 mm) ‘Deep’: 1.02'' X 45.
Step 1: Setting Up Visit CropX’s knowledge base at https://cropx.com/knowledge-base/, or scan the QR code to learn how to get started. Go to the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, search for CropX Adaptive Irrigation, and download the app to your phone. Launch the CropX app by clicking on the CropX icon & create an account. If you have yet to add a new field, you may do so by clicking on the ‘add a new field’ sign at the first screen and following the instructions.
CropX Installation Kit; Customer to provide: A smartphone; ½” cordless drill, minimum 18V (fully charged); Container filled with a ½ gallon (~2L) of water for each sensor Installation Recommendations: For optimal sensor installation and accuracy, it should be installed: In moist soil, preferably around field capacity Within the zone outlined on the map In a location in the field that best represents the crop (between the plants, in average plant density) In a flat surface, with no slope, no ditch or cracke
To Install the Sensor: Drill a vertical hole in the soil using your drill and the provided drill bit. If necessary, drill and retract several times until the bit reaches the full depth. Pour water slowly into the hole until it’s full, wait 5 minutes and then top off the hole with more water until it’s full. Wait 5 more minutes and if the soil is dry, add more water. **Note: Try not to pour water outside of the hole as much as possible.
Mount the sensor head adapter in the grooves on top of the sensor head. Mount the handle on the sensor head adapter and tighten it. Screw the sensor almost all the way down using the handle, leaving a 1finger gap between the ground level and the bottom of the sensor head. Remove the sensor head adapter from the sensor. Set the antenna extension cable to a pole/peg such that the antenna is positioned above the maximum height reached by the plant canopy at the end of the growing season.
Uninstalling the Sensor It is recommended to uninstall the sensors at the end of each season, by completing the following: Bring the handle, the sensor head adapter, a 1/2 gallon of water and a shovel. Using the app, click on the sensor you wish to uninstall and a path between you and the sensor will be displayed. Go to the sensor. Ensure the soil is moist. It is recommended to wet the soil around the sensor both a day prior to uninstalling, and just before the uninstallation.
Charging the Sensor Gently remove the 5 screws on top of sensor. Remove the charging socket cover. Connect the USB cable to the USB cable port (cable provided) and connect to a certified UL/CE USB power adapter. Allow the sensor to fully charge for at least 10 hours, until the light changes to green (this may take up to 24 hours, depending on the charging source). Before reattaching the charging socket cover, make sure the rubber sealing ring is in place and clean from dust & debris.
Technical Data: Battery and Power: Risk of explosion if battery replaced by an un-authorized personnel. Dispose used batteries according the local regulations. 3.7V/10.4Ah/38.
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FCC Regulatory warnings: Class B- Industrial use The FCC Wants You to Know This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
