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do the b-hyve devices work with soil moisture sensors

None of our current B-hyve devices work with any soil moisture sensors. Our B-hyve devices are able to use WiFi and local weather information to provide a forecast that will delay and even create programs automatically if wanted. Our timers can also have rain sensors connected to them as well. For more information on these…Read More »

How to troubleshoot connection issues – B-hyve Hub & Flood Sensors

This article will go over several scenarios to help find out what connection issue you may be seeing, and then help direct you to the most relevant article to help identify and solve the problem. If you are saying the following: “I can’t connect to my Hub” “My flood sensors have gone offline” “I’m having…Read More »

Resolving Connection Issues

This article will go over several scenarios to help find out what connection issue you may be seeing, and then help direct you to the most relevant article to help identify and solve the problem. If you are saying the following: “I can’t connect to Wi-Fi / Bluetooth” “I’ve changed my Internet provider / Router…Read More »

Personal Weather Station Requirements for B-Hyve

Look here for information on using a personal weather station for Smart Watering on your B-hyve timer. B-hyve can use data from personal weather stations that are able to report to https://www.pwsweather.com/.  They have an excellent FAQ section that lists compatible programs and a few compatible devices. As devices, manufacturers, and program requirements change, we can’t recommend a…Read More »

How to program your timer

If you are looking for help with programming your Orbit or B-hyve timer, then this article should help. This article contains links to both our Orbit and B-hyve line of timers and will help you in programming your device to fit your needs. Please check below to find an article to fit your needs. *Note:…Read More »

Traveling Sprinkler Assembly and Operating Instructions

1. Sprinkler assembly Begin by inserting the black plastic T into the top of the sprinkler. Twist the long silver spray arms into the T, tightening the black rings until the spray arms are held securely in place. 2. Positioning the arms Positioning the spray arms correctly will ensure the proper operation of your sprinkler….Read More »

Orbit Thermostat Troubleshooting

If you are running into any issues while using your Orbit thermostat, then this article has troubleshooting steps for issues we expect to see, and should be able to help. If your thermostat wires are not labeled and you have no way to find out which wire is which, then we recommend contacting an HVAC…Read More »

Programming Basics

Want to take full advantage of your underground sprinkler timer?  This may be the guide for you.  What are stations and zones? A station or zone refers to a group of sprinklers attached to the same valve.  Your timer will turn on the valve to let water flow to the sprinklers in that zone/station.  The…Read More »

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy INTRODUCTION Orbit Irrigation Products LLC. (“Company” or “We”) respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you visit the website (http://www.orbitonline.com and subsidiary sites) (our “Website”) and our…Read More »

B-hyve General Troubleshooting

The following troubleshooting steps are intended to help with common issues such as: Power Issues WiFi & Bluetooth connectivity Battery Life not reporting correctly The date and time aren’t correct Device is non-responsive WiFi Connectivity issues For any WiFi issues, download and run our OrbitAssist application. This and other crucial steps can be found here. Rebooting…Read More »