Orbit unveils IoT Tech that Innovates the Smart yard #CES2020

At CES 2020 Orbit unveiled echo friendly, Next Gen Smart Watering Technology that will help your green thumb to create the garden of your dreams. The B-hyve XR Smart Sprinkler Timer enables consumers to make smart watering decisions based on yard profile and real-time weather conditions. Leveraging B-hyve’s proprietary technology, Smart WeatherSense receives local weather data and automatically adjusts your controller to deliver the right amount of water to your plants.

Simple DIY Installation

Available in 8- and 16-zone models, the B-hyve XR Smart Sprinkler Timer is powered by the controller connects through the power of Wi-Fi. Installation can be done with a few simple steps

Install a screw (included) into the wall and hang the timer on the installed screw
Connect the controller wires and plug in your Orbit® B-hyve timer
Open your B-hyve app and connect to the Orbit® B-hyve timer
Select your network from the list and connect to your Wi-Fi network

The new B-hyve XR comes with a more powerful radio that extends the reach of the signal to all corners of the yard and is able to penetrate physical barriers like valve boxes, and more. It supports both 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi bands. You can also create custom watering allows you to specify the Zones, Durations and Run-times you want to water your yard with.

At CES 2020 Grass is truly Greener on this side of the fence with Orbit’s Smart Garden Technology.

Features and Specifications

Features: weather resistant, smart scheduling, smart watering, forward looking calendar
Capacity: 8- and 16-zone models
Simple installation process: Easy-to-wire angled terminals with a slide to connect the conduit
Simple Controls: Control the B-hyve XR manually or with the online App
Compatibility:
- App Compatibility: iOS 8+ or Android 4.3+
- Smart Compatibility: Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
Connectivity: Wi-Fi; support for both 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz bands