****26 Jan 2022 Update**** Was called by Yolink tech support today and they walked me through the factory reset procedure. Once all of the sensors were reset, they were able to be paired and are working properly. They provided me a link to documentation on factory reset and other settings here: www.yosmart.com/support/YS7903-UC/docs/instruction. They did confirm there was a firmware update around the time my sensors stopped working. Great Support!
Found a work around for the valve not closing with the self-contained sensor. Using Alexia created a routine as a switch under smart devices, and when the sensor triggers, Alexia does the action of closing the valve and announces it is closing. Like in the video, firmware no help.
Did you validate with Yolink directly that the sensor had the latest firmware? We worked with them over a period of months to validate the latest firmware did indeed fix the valve closing problem. Thanks for supporting the channel & giving the video a thumbs up!
@@CyberMedics yes I was told I am at the latest firmware multiple times, I too still believe it is a firmware issue, but until I correct that, the work around is protecting me, love the product, and this feature is on so important to me, 6 1/2 bathrooms, 7000 sq ft, on a deep well, so you can see why the shut off is a major must. A plus is that running it through Alexia, it allows me to be able to voice command the valve closed or open.
@@TerryTabor-kv3nz You may have to factory reset the sensor to disconnect it from the valve then directly pair it again. The problem was, if the hub was off for a period of time (varied from 1-4 weeks) the sensor would lose connection to the valve. After you factor reset the sensor, then direct pair with the valve again. Disconnect the hub for a period of time to see if the sensor stays directly connected the valve. This worked for us. Please keep us updated.
I purchased 3 new contact sensors and completed testing today. All 3 worked perfectly....pairing, un-paring, valve/siren activation. Will do a follow-up video to demonstrate result. Thanks for everyone's feedback.
I was thinking about using the Yolink sensor (the one without probe) to control a yolink power-plug🤔, can I do that ? or does the sensor only connect/work with the shut off valve ( I have a flood and drain hydroponic system I would like to use the sensor to cut off a water pump once the area reaches desired flood level and Sensor is triggered, Maybe I can position the sensor on top a couple pennies with a weight on top to create the flood level desired, the weight so the sensor won’t float off, or maybe I can tape it down on top of the pennies or etc, either or I’m sure you get the picture? So my initial question is does the Yolink water sensor work with the Yoink electric plugs/ turn the plug off in “Action or behavior “ once triggered?
@@ronevergrow8319 there may be some way to do it through IFTTT. Probably require some research. Not sure you can do it directly with the YoLink Inc. sensor paired with a power plug would recommend contacting their tech-support directly. Please post an update if you figure out how to do it thanks for subscribing to the channel and supporting us by commenting and getting the video thumbs up.
@@CyberMedics got a chance to contact the company he told me yes I can connect their water level monitor with their yolink plug ( I’m so happy 😀) , I have a few 4x4 tents and one 10x10 full corner to corner with plants, I can’t get in there no more to water by hand their to big) so I had a bright ideal to just pour the water in the bottom tray of the tents to see if the fabric pots would absorb the water one day 🤔,, Eureka it worked🤩. I’ve been filming my progress.. So now I have the bright ideal to use 2 water pumps, 2 Yolink water level sensor On 2 DIY platform holding the sensor in suspension ( the Tec support suggest for me to use the sensor with the probe ) , maybe a quarter inch off the floor so when it gets wet, It will cut the water off from the Yolink plug once desired set water level is reached , the 10x10 I broke into 2 section then covered the floor/2 sections with a 11mil tarp 6x12, each section is 5 by almost-10ft , it’s like 2 kids pools when the water is in there 😂 ( I’m hoping I can create some form of watering schedule within the Yolink app,, My soil I amend with dry amendment 1 tablespoon per gallon of soil once a month, I grow in 5 gallon - 10 fabric pots. All I have to do is water from the beginning of the month till the end. ( no mixing Nutz not unless I’m trying to do the extras for extra results) , At end of month or 30 days from feeding amendments I reapply them and start all over again just water so this system would work perfect for my grow, just feed the plants in the beginning of the month. Travel, live my best life then Check in on the ladies at the end of the 30days all the way to harvest about a 2 1/2 - 3 month cycle growing photo periods, if growing auto’s flowers 8 - 12 weeks plus they start to flower on their own, you don’t have to change your light schedule from 18 hours on 6 off, to 12 & 12 lights on and off to induce flowering) I’m about to start a new trend with this one 😂, even the guys at Yolink wants update.. A year back, the Yolink owner and I had a long conversation about their company converting over to the agriculture industry . He told me he never thought about it ( I was like why not, Yolink already has tons of gadgets that can be used in the industry) ,,,, Because of our conversation, Yolink is now about to release a CO2 sensor (a year in the making) that can control a Yolink power plug for CO2 applications within the agriculture industry 😊, so they definitely want updates on my project ( after they finish the CO2 sensor, he called me and asked me so now was next on Yolink agenda? I told him a LM301H diode = Bugatti of the leds, LED Grow light, a irrigation system, a P.H meter and PPM/EC meter) He said he’s on it.. I’ll be sure to let you know and see when I’m done with my project 🤜🏼🤛🏼…
Thanks for commenting and subscribing. Yes! The issue has been resolved after the firmware update. Everything is installed and working properly. Reach out if you have any questioins.
The sensors have been losing contact with the water valve. There is a know firmware problem if you don't have a hub plugged in all the time. Thanks for commenting & subscribing.
@@CyberMedics then use the hub. I've had mine hooked up to the last 2 homes. They work 100% and saved me water damage twice now. Your siren is not linked. Also you could link it to the speaker hub as a backup. Mine is linked to both siren and speaker hub and it works. I think your problem is you're unfamiliar with how to set it up.
My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually paired with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it. If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the contact sensors unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the devices. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem. Thanks for commenting & subscribing.
@@wilcoxtactical3716 My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually linked with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it. If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the contact sensors unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the devices. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem. Thanks for commenting & subscribing.
@@CyberMedics I see. Why were you trying to have the hub not plugged in? It seems if the hub was disconnected it would be pretty obvious that the sensors would also drop off if they were paired. The hub is REQUIRED. Same principle as your Alexa not responding when the internet is down. The lights dont come on when i have the breaker turned off too. Kind of got to run the entire system for the entire system to work. I'm glad you got it figured out. Correct, I've never experienced the issue or any other issue with Yolink. Yolink and Gosund are the 2 smart companies that have been 100% flawless once connected. It's taken a bit to get some to connect the 1st time but that's as expected.
They must fix this problem I just change valve controller battery and it is stop closing valve when testing, this is ridiculous I always have this problem
@@nazaretnaz8712 glad you have it sorted. Thank you for supporting the channel by commenting and giving the video comes up. Please let us know if you have any other other questions.
My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually paired with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it. If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the hub unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the water valve & siren. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem.
I've been using these since 2020. It worked for me. Love their stuff. So much new stuff I just got their vibration sensor absolutely love it will put in truck next I want to put a hub in truck hoping I can have two hubs haven't tried have you?
Wow sounds really interesting. Can you explain a little bit more about putting the Hub in the truck? Not familiar with the vibration sensor, what is its function? Thanks for commenting. Would you please like the video and consider subscribing to the channel? It helps support us in helping others with technology.
I've been dealing with them on this issue for years... literally. It was pretty obvious that it was a software issue... The sensor tells the app that there is a leak... but the valve controller isn't actuated. HOwever... you can manually open and close the valve controller with the app directly. There is a disconnect somewhere... and they said they needed to revise the software. This was well over a year ago. I see nothing has really happened. I don't know if they have incompetent programmers or they just don't have the necessary skills to address it. I'll keep checking in to see if they ever fix it tor not. Right now I'm not very hopeful. It sucks when you spend a total of about $800 for sensors, valve controllers bring in power to the valve controller etc. etc. Then when its done it doesn't work. This would be an awesome system if it actually did what its supposed to do. They are a VERY disappointing company. If your concern is having your house flooded while you are away this would be your best option if it worked.
Larry, I've been testing these for over a year. Been doing direct testing with Yolink for 2 months. The problem is with the leak sensor. Contact me via email and I'll give you all the details. Cybermedics.org@gmail.com
Here is what was happening to you & others (me included). If the contact sensor(Water Leak Sensor) was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the contact sensors unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the devices. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem. Please update us once you confirm your firmware version.
You have to pair them device to device (D2D) which you have to pair by pressing the button on the sensor for 5 to 10 seconds until blinking green them on the valve controller you do the same so the valve and sensor will be pair
My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually paired with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it. If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the hub unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the water valve & siren. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem.
ok. Is someone going to address the elephant in the room? if you use a hub to manage the sensors and valve controller based on rules (eg. if water leak detected then shut off valve) you set up in the mobile app, these rules are not resident locally on the hub but rather are maintained on a server in the cloud. So what happens if a leak is detected and your internet connection is down, or the power to your hub/router fails? ??? Anyone want to venture a guess? The rule will not be executed! Yolink needs a smart hub that maintains the rules locally so there are no dependencies on internet connection... Yes I know you can skip the hub and link sensors to the controller, but out goes the mobile app and management. please correct me if i am wrong. As far as the problem you describe, i have not had that problem as long as everything is linked up to hub, and the rules are set up using the app, and hub is connected to the internet.
Great comment. After working directly with your yolink, they updated the firmware on the sensors they seem to be working flawlessly now. Once you pair them directly with the water valve you do not need the Hub or Internet and if water is detected it will definitely shut off the valve. I've tested this repeatedly over the last year and a half and have had complete success. It's one of the reasons I like yolink, you do not need internet or the Hub in order to protect from water water leaks.
@@CyberMedics I understand that you can directly link sensors to the valve. But under this configuration how do you check the status of the sensors and the valve?. Can you check the battery status or the state of the valve with an app? My impression is that this configuration sacrifices status and control. For example I cannot open and close the valve with an app but must rely on the valve controller mechanical switch. I like the programmable actions that the mobile app affords, but as I was saying , yolink really needs a hub that does not rely on the cloud to manage actions that have been programmed by the app. This dependency on a cloud server has me worried that the system is not reliable
@@CyberMedics Thank you for the quick responses. To be specific, what I found was that using the hub configuration of devices, the valve would not close if a water leak sensor triggered and there was not an internet connection. I really like the system except for this dependency on a cloud server to make automation decisions. So the Yolink hub approach's reliability is dependent on the network connection.
@jflow5601 There is some confusion about how these work (Including me). If they are paired individually, there is no need for the hub or internet to activate the valve if a water leak is detected.
Did your pair the contact sensor directly to the valve control? Do you have an action set up in the app to close the valve? The sensor appears to be working fine as shown in the app.
Yes, the contact sensor was paired directly with the valve in the closed position. It would alert in the application but not perform the action of closing the valve. Working with Yolink tech support, we confirmed there had been a recent firmware update. I believe the firmware update caused the contact sensors to stop working. Factory reset fixed the problem. Please see the 26 Jan 2022 update below.
They dont stay paired. I went for device-to-device pairing of some water sensors to a ball valve controller. After some trouble and some help factory resetting them with yolink over the phone, i got them paired and they seamed to work. I decided to check them today (4 months later). Good thing i did. They are no longer paired. They somehow become unpaired over time. I have two pairs of this setup ( 4 sensors and two valve controllers) they both unpaired. Very disappointed. I will be contacting them Monday.
Sorry to hear you're having a problem with the direct pairing. Did you set up the sensors in the app? I wonder if the firmware update they did affected you. Something similar happened to me. Thanks for commenting and subscribing. Let us know how it works out or if we can be of help.
Tim you may want to view our updated video on this ua-cam.com/video/sH_MdSYXCzw/v-deo.html. Around timestamp 3:50 seems to fit your problem perfectly. We both had the same issue and I think it was the firmware update that broke the pairing. Let me know if the video helps.
@@CyberMedics Thanks for the reply. I contacted them and they said it's a known issue. That is, when in a device-to-device paired mode with no internet and hub, they would become unpaired after about 10 days. I was told they would send me a new updated set of sensors that won't do that. I'll post an update here how the matter resolves.
@@justifiedFaith209 Thanks Tim. So it was the fact that the sensors were older and that's why they become unpaired? Did this happen with the contact sensors and the probe's sensors? Appreciate you following up on this.
@@justifiedFaith209 Any update on this Tim? I just pulled out all my contact sensors and none of them work controlling the valve. Even after factory reset they still won't pair properly. All the probe sensors (with cables) continue to work flawlessly. Did you have problems with just the contact sensor? Hoping we can help others out there that might not even know they have a problem. Thank you
Well I'm sorry to report I'm still having problems with one of my water sensors. See my thread below. The sensor furthest away, probably 30ft away from the controller inside a mobile home and under the kitchen sink has twice now not activated the water valve upon testing. However, the one in the bathroom which is only about 8ft away from the controller stays in communication with the water valve and has worked on every test. The one in the kitchen will work if it is brought in range of the controller. So it seems these things have very poor working range. Very disappointed.
I have a correction to the above statement. The kitchen sensor will not trigger the controller no matter how close it is. Indicating it became unpaired at some point.
Tim I've been working directly with Yolink on this and have been doing independent testing for them. Are these the "Water Leak" Sensors? Do you have them hooked to a hub? I believe there is a firmware bug. Would you please confirm the firmware version/type of your sensors?
Both sensors were individually paired with the valve and siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers. If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the hub unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the water valve & siren. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem. Bottom Line: If the contact sensor is upgraded to v0311 or later it will probably fix the problem. I would advise factory resetting after the firmware is upgraded.
My water leak sensor with the same firmware 030D still works fine. I have the same automatic valve you showed and it closed when tested and I got the notice on my phone and through Alexa. Not sure what could be wrong with yours except maybe you need to pair the sensor with the siren and valve if you haven't already done so? UPDATE: Okay, it's 45 minutes later. After some experimentation, I was able to replicate the same behavior you have. I'm fairly certain it's the pairing process that stopped yours from working. I have two valves and one non-probe leak sensor. The sensor was paired with only one of the valves--has worked fine since day one. After watching your issue, I decided to pair the leak sensor with the second valve I have. It paired normally with the second valve but then the first valve was no longer paired. I kept trying to pair the sensor with the original valve but it just wouldn't work with it again. It only worked with the second valve. This leads me to believe you can only have the sensor paired with one valve. (I assume you can probably can have multiple sensors paired with one valve but I only have one sensor.) Since I wanted the sensor paired with my original valve, I had to go through the pairing process again with the second valve even though it was already paired. This seemed to un-pair them. Next I paired the sensor back to the original valve and it worked. I'm never going to touch them again :) So, perhaps you had paired your non-probe leak sensor to another device and it lost its original pairing with the siren and valve?
@@davest123va just reread your post about never touching the sensors again. I got a chuckle out of that and totally understand. Don't think I completely followed how you were able to unpair the sensor from the second valve to reset it back to the first valve.
@@CyberMedics Depending on the original pairing state, you will either pair or un-pair them directly by doing this: 1. Hold the Set button on the leak sensor until it flashes green--then let go. 2. Hold the Set button on the valve until it blinks green--then let go. They will both stop flashing green. Then I did the same procedure to pair the sensor and my original valve to pair them again. Note I did not setup any Automation in the app--I just paired the devices directly without using the app. If you continue to hold the Set button while it's flashing green (don't let go, continue holding for maybe 30 seconds) it will eventually flash red once. I don't know what this indicates. It didn't change the pairing state of my devices.
@@davest123va Have followed that procedure multiple times. The flashing green light goes off on both devices as though they are paired. Result always the same....alerts in the app, but doesn't communicate with the siren or the valve. At least the problem is consistent. I can pair each probe sensor independent of the app and it communicates successfully with the valve and the siren. Every contact sensor paired independent of the app does not work with the siren or the valve. Grateful for all the input. Will reach out to yolink support again to see what they recommend.
I have reached out to Yolink tech support. Here is the latest (most current on top) 10:19 AM (12 minutes ago) to YoLink Hello Queenie, I do appreciate you reaching out to me. I am intimately aware of how to pair the devices. Please see this video, that I produced on your product: ua-cam.com/video/-wtSk3Pze1A/v-deo.html. I would encourage you to use this video, because it clearly demonstrates how to pair the devices, while promoting Yolink products. Your input did not address my issue: This contact sensor no longer communicates with the Water Valve or Siren. It alerts in the app, when water is detected, but will not open/close the valve or activate the siren. I have 3 of these sensors with the same issue. All were all purchased at the same time. This problem started approximately one month ago. Prior to that the contact sensor was functioning correctly. Please advise on how to get this resolved. Rick ===================================================== On Fri, Jan 21, 2022 at 6:15 AM YoLink Service wrote: Hi Rick, Thank you for contacting us and for using YoLink products. I checked the data, this sensor did not set up YoLink Control successfully. When you direct pair them, the valve controller should be in closed state, then hold the set button on the leak sensor for 5 seconds until green LED blink, next hold the set button on the valve controller for 5 seconds until green LED blink. After pairing, turn on the valve controller, put the sensor in the water to have a test. To unpair them, the easiest way is to factory reset the water leak sensor, hold the set button on the leak sensor for 25 seconds until green LED & red LED blink, then wait for several seconds, press the set button to activate the sensor again. Please see attached videos. Hope that helps, Let me know if you have any questions or need anything else! All the best, Queenie | Customer Service ===================================================== Sent At:2022 Jan. 20 (Thu.) 09:04 To: YoLink Service Subject: Contact Sensor Problem Model:YS7903-UC Hello, This contact sensor no longer communicates with the Water Valve or Siren. It alerts in the app, when water is detected, but will not open/close the valve or activate the siren. I have 3 of these sensors with the same issue. All were all purchased at the same time. This problem started approximately one month ago. Prior to that the contact sensor was functioning correctly. I have multiple probe sensors (Model: YS7904-UC) and they all operate properly. Contact Sensor Details: Model:YS7903-UC Firmware 030D Device EUI d88b4c02000469e0 SN b32013E615. Here is a video leak completely describing the issue: ua-cam.com/video/AHMvf8axsGM/v-deo.html Thank you in advance, Rick
I liked the time aspect of the video. It was clear. Consist, and to the point. Keep up the good vibes.
****26 Jan 2022 Update****
Was called by Yolink tech support today and they walked me through the factory reset procedure. Once all of the sensors were reset, they were able to be paired and are working properly. They provided me a link to documentation on factory reset and other settings here: www.yosmart.com/support/YS7903-UC/docs/instruction. They did confirm there was a firmware update around the time my sensors stopped working. Great Support!
Found a work around for the valve not closing with the self-contained sensor. Using Alexia created a routine as a switch under smart devices, and when the sensor triggers, Alexia does the action of closing the valve and announces it is closing. Like in the video, firmware no help.
Did you validate with Yolink directly that the sensor had the latest firmware? We worked with them over a period of months to validate the latest firmware did indeed fix the valve closing problem. Thanks for supporting the channel & giving the video a thumbs up!
@@CyberMedics yes I was told I am at the latest firmware multiple times, I too still believe it is a firmware issue, but until I correct that, the work around is protecting me, love the product, and this feature is on so important to me, 6 1/2 bathrooms, 7000 sq ft, on a deep well, so you can see why the shut off is a major must. A plus is that running it through Alexia, it allows me to be able to voice command the valve closed or open.
@@TerryTabor-kv3nz You may have to factory reset the sensor to disconnect it from the valve then directly pair it again. The problem was, if the hub was off for a period of time (varied from 1-4 weeks) the sensor would lose connection to the valve. After you factor reset the sensor, then direct pair with the valve again. Disconnect the hub for a period of time to see if the sensor stays directly connected the valve. This worked for us. Please keep us updated.
I purchased 3 new contact sensors and completed testing today. All 3 worked perfectly....pairing, un-paring, valve/siren activation. Will do a follow-up video to demonstrate result. Thanks for everyone's feedback.
I was thinking about using the Yolink sensor (the one without probe) to control a yolink power-plug🤔, can I do that ? or does the sensor only connect/work with the shut off valve ( I have a flood and drain hydroponic system I would like to use the sensor to cut off a water pump once the area reaches desired flood level and Sensor is triggered,
Maybe I can position the sensor on top a couple pennies with a weight on top to create the flood level desired, the weight so the sensor won’t float off, or maybe I can tape it down on top of the pennies or etc, either or I’m sure you get the picture?
So my initial question is does the Yolink water sensor work with the Yoink electric plugs/ turn the plug off in “Action or behavior “ once triggered?
@@ronevergrow8319 there may be some way to do it through IFTTT. Probably require some research. Not sure you can do it directly with the YoLink Inc. sensor paired with a power plug would recommend contacting their tech-support directly. Please post an update if you figure out how to do it thanks for subscribing to the channel and supporting us by commenting and getting the video thumbs up.
@@CyberMedics got a chance to contact the company he told me yes I can connect their water level monitor with their yolink plug ( I’m so happy 😀) , I have a few 4x4 tents and one 10x10 full corner to corner with plants, I can’t get in there no more to water by hand their to big) so I had a bright ideal to just pour the water in the bottom tray of the tents to see if the fabric pots would absorb the water one day 🤔,,
Eureka it worked🤩.
I’ve been filming my progress..
So now I have the bright ideal to use 2 water pumps, 2 Yolink water level sensor On 2 DIY platform holding the sensor in suspension ( the Tec support suggest for me to use the sensor with the probe ) , maybe a quarter inch off the floor so when it gets wet, It will cut the water off from the Yolink plug once desired set water level is reached , the 10x10 I broke into 2 section then covered the floor/2 sections with a 11mil tarp 6x12, each section is
5 by almost-10ft , it’s like 2 kids pools when the water is in there 😂 ( I’m hoping I can create some form of watering schedule within the Yolink app,,
My soil I amend with dry amendment 1 tablespoon per gallon of soil once a month, I grow in 5 gallon - 10 fabric pots. All I have to do is water from the beginning of the month till the end. ( no mixing Nutz not unless I’m trying to do the extras for extra results) ,
At end of month or 30 days from feeding amendments I reapply them and start all over again just water so this system would work perfect for my grow, just feed the plants in the beginning of the month. Travel, live my best life then Check in on the ladies at the end of the 30days all the way to harvest about a 2 1/2 - 3 month cycle growing photo periods, if growing auto’s flowers 8 - 12 weeks plus they start to flower on their own, you don’t have to change your light schedule from 18 hours on 6 off, to
12 & 12 lights on and off to induce flowering) I’m about to start a new trend with this one 😂, even the guys at Yolink wants update..
A year back, the Yolink owner and I had a long conversation about their company converting over to the agriculture industry . He told me he never thought about it ( I was like why not, Yolink already has tons of gadgets that can be used in the industry) ,,,,
Because of our conversation, Yolink is now about to release a CO2 sensor (a year in the making) that can control a Yolink power plug for CO2 applications within the agriculture industry 😊, so they definitely want updates on my project ( after they finish the CO2 sensor, he called me and asked me so now was next on Yolink agenda? I told him a LM301H diode = Bugatti of the leds, LED Grow light, a irrigation system, a P.H meter and PPM/EC meter) He said he’s on it..
I’ll be sure to let you know and see when I’m done with my project 🤜🏼🤛🏼…
Is your issue resolved and still working smoothly with the wireless contact sensors?
Thanks for commenting and subscribing. Yes! The issue has been resolved after the firmware update. Everything is installed and working properly. Reach out if you have any questioins.
Have you implemented Yolink?
You have to pair the contact sensor with the water valve. Hold both buttons at the same time until they turn green
The sensors have been losing contact with the water valve. There is a know firmware problem if you don't have a hub plugged in all the time. Thanks for commenting & subscribing.
@@CyberMedics then use the hub.
I've had mine hooked up to the last 2 homes. They work 100% and saved me water damage twice now. Your siren is not linked. Also you could link it to the speaker hub as a backup. Mine is linked to both siren and speaker hub and it works. I think your problem is you're unfamiliar with how to set it up.
My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually paired with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it.
If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the contact sensors unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the devices. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem. Thanks for commenting & subscribing.
@@wilcoxtactical3716 My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually linked with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it.
If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the contact sensors unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the devices. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem. Thanks for commenting & subscribing.
@@CyberMedics I see. Why were you trying to have the hub not plugged in? It seems if the hub was disconnected it would be pretty obvious that the sensors would also drop off if they were paired. The hub is REQUIRED. Same principle as your Alexa not responding when the internet is down. The lights dont come on when i have the breaker turned off too. Kind of got to run the entire system for the entire system to work. I'm glad you got it figured out. Correct, I've never experienced the issue or any other issue with Yolink. Yolink and Gosund are the 2 smart companies that have been 100% flawless once connected. It's taken a bit to get some to connect the 1st time but that's as expected.
They must fix this problem I just change valve controller battery and it is stop closing valve when testing, this is ridiculous I always have this problem
It seems the firmware update fixed the problem. Please contact them to make sure your firmware is updated. Please keep us updated
I updated not solved but I called them they fixed
@@nazaretnaz8712 glad you have it sorted. Thank you for supporting the channel by commenting and giving the video comes up. Please let us know if you have any other other questions.
My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually paired with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it.
If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the hub unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the water valve & siren. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem.
I've been using these since 2020. It worked for me. Love their stuff. So much new stuff I just got their vibration sensor absolutely love it will put in truck next I want to put a hub in truck hoping I can have two hubs haven't tried have you?
Wow sounds really interesting. Can you explain a little bit more about putting the Hub in the truck? Not familiar with the vibration sensor, what is its function? Thanks for commenting. Would you please like the video and consider subscribing to the channel? It helps support us in helping others with technology.
Thanks for the valuable info. It would have been better if the phone is not too bright.
Thank you
I've been dealing with them on this issue for years... literally. It was pretty obvious that it was a software issue... The sensor tells the app that there is a leak... but the valve controller isn't actuated. HOwever... you can manually open and close the valve controller with the app directly. There is a disconnect somewhere... and they said they needed to revise the software. This was well over a year ago. I see nothing has really happened. I don't know if they have incompetent programmers or they just don't have the necessary skills to address it. I'll keep checking in to see if they ever fix it tor not. Right now I'm not very hopeful. It sucks when you spend a total of about $800 for sensors, valve controllers bring in power to the valve controller etc. etc. Then when its done it doesn't work. This would be an awesome system if it actually did what its supposed to do. They are a VERY disappointing company. If your concern is having your house flooded while you are away this would be your best option if it worked.
Larry, I've been testing these for over a year. Been doing direct testing with Yolink for 2 months. The problem is with the leak sensor. Contact me via email and I'll give you all the details. Cybermedics.org@gmail.com
They have solved the problem!
Here is what was happening to you & others (me included). If the contact sensor(Water Leak Sensor) was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the contact sensors unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the devices. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem. Please update us once you confirm your firmware version.
You have to pair them device to device (D2D) which you have to pair by pressing the button on the sensor for 5 to 10 seconds until blinking green them on the valve controller you do the same so the valve and sensor will be pair
My fault for not fully explaining this. Both sensors were individually paired with the valve an siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. I wish it was as simple as "unfamiliar with how to set it up." This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers and you probably never experienced it.
If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the hub unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the water valve & siren. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem.
ok. Is someone going to address the elephant in the room? if you use a hub to manage the sensors and valve controller based on rules (eg. if water leak detected then shut off valve) you set up in the mobile app, these rules are not resident locally on the hub but rather are maintained on a server in the cloud. So what happens if a leak is detected and your internet connection is down, or the power to your hub/router fails? ??? Anyone want to venture a guess? The rule will not be executed! Yolink needs a smart hub that maintains the rules locally so there are no dependencies on internet connection... Yes I know you can skip the hub and link sensors to the controller, but out goes the mobile app and management. please correct me if i am wrong. As far as the problem you describe, i have not had that problem as long as everything is linked up to hub, and the rules are set up using the app, and hub is connected to the internet.
Great comment. After working directly with your yolink, they updated the firmware on the sensors they seem to be working flawlessly now. Once you pair them directly with the water valve you do not need the Hub or Internet and if water is detected it will definitely shut off the valve. I've tested this repeatedly over the last year and a half and have had complete success. It's one of the reasons I like yolink, you do not need internet or the Hub in order to protect from water water leaks.
@@CyberMedics I understand that you can directly link sensors to the valve. But under this configuration how do you check the status of the sensors and the valve?. Can you check the battery status or the state of the valve with an app? My impression is that this configuration sacrifices status and control. For example I cannot open and close the valve with an app but must rely on the valve controller mechanical switch. I like the programmable actions that the mobile app affords, but as I was saying , yolink really needs a hub that does not rely on the cloud to manage actions that have been programmed by the app. This dependency on a cloud server has me worried that the system is not reliable
@jflow5601 The system is reliable, but you are correct. If you want to control it with the app then the Hub and internet are required.
@@CyberMedics Thank you for the quick responses. To be specific, what I found was that using the hub configuration of devices, the valve would not close if a water leak sensor triggered and there was not an internet connection. I really like the system except for this dependency on a cloud server to make automation decisions. So the Yolink hub approach's reliability is dependent on the network connection.
@jflow5601 There is some confusion about how these work (Including me). If they are paired individually, there is no need for the hub or internet to activate the valve if a water leak is detected.
Confused by how the probe sensor works. I see you stuck the end of it in water but can the wire also get wet and set off alarm?
The sensor is activated by the wire getting wet. It was previously wet. That is why it activated immediately. Thanks for the feedback!
Very nice 👍
Nice video thanks for sharing. New supporter
Thanks for coming
Did your pair the contact sensor directly to the valve control? Do you have an action set up in the app to close the valve? The sensor appears to be working fine as shown in the app.
Yes, the contact sensor was paired directly with the valve in the closed position. It would alert in the application but not perform the action of closing the valve. Working with Yolink tech support, we confirmed there had been a recent firmware update. I believe the firmware update caused the contact sensors to stop working. Factory reset fixed the problem. Please see the 26 Jan 2022 update below.
On the contact one, are there contact points on both sides?
Yes, they are on both sides.
The phone screen was not clear enough when showing.
Thanks for thefeedback
Is there a price difference between the 2?
Contact sensor $17 & probe sensor $22 approx.
They dont stay paired. I went for device-to-device pairing of some water sensors to a ball valve controller. After some trouble and some help factory resetting them with yolink over the phone, i got them paired and they seamed to work. I decided to check them today (4 months later). Good thing i did. They are no longer paired. They somehow become unpaired over time. I have two pairs of this setup ( 4 sensors and two valve controllers) they both unpaired. Very disappointed. I will be contacting them Monday.
Sorry to hear you're having a problem with the direct pairing. Did you set up the sensors in the app? I wonder if the firmware update they did affected you. Something similar happened to me. Thanks for commenting and subscribing. Let us know how it works out or if we can be of help.
Tim you may want to view our updated video on this ua-cam.com/video/sH_MdSYXCzw/v-deo.html. Around timestamp 3:50 seems to fit your problem perfectly. We both had the same issue and I think it was the firmware update that broke the pairing. Let me know if the video helps.
@@CyberMedics Thanks for the reply. I contacted them and they said it's a known issue. That is, when in a device-to-device paired mode with no internet and hub, they would become unpaired after about 10 days. I was told they would send me a new updated set of sensors that won't do that. I'll post an update here how the matter resolves.
@@justifiedFaith209 Thanks Tim. So it was the fact that the sensors were older and that's why they become unpaired? Did this happen with the contact sensors and the probe's sensors? Appreciate you following up on this.
@@justifiedFaith209 Any update on this Tim? I just pulled out all my contact sensors and none of them work controlling the valve. Even after factory reset they still won't pair properly. All the probe sensors (with cables) continue to work flawlessly. Did you have problems with just the contact sensor? Hoping we can help others out there that might not even know they have a problem. Thank you
Well I'm sorry to report I'm still having problems with one of my water sensors. See my thread below. The sensor furthest away, probably 30ft away from the controller inside a mobile home and under the kitchen sink has twice now not activated the water valve upon testing. However, the one in the bathroom which is only about 8ft away from the controller stays in communication with the water valve and has worked on every test. The one in the kitchen will work if it is brought in range of the controller. So it seems these things have very poor working range. Very disappointed.
I have a correction to the above statement. The kitchen sensor will not trigger the controller no matter how close it is. Indicating it became unpaired at some point.
Tim I've been working directly with Yolink on this and have been doing independent testing for them. Are these the "Water Leak" Sensors? Do you have them hooked to a hub? I believe there is a firmware bug. Would you please confirm the firmware version/type of your sensors?
Tim they have solved this problem.
Both sensors were individually paired with the valve and siren. The probe sensor worked flawlessly. The contact sensors would not communicate with the valve or siren. This scenario has played out for numerous subscribers.
If the contact sensor was paired, then the hub was unplugged for 1 week or more (it varied & could be up to 4 weeks) all of the contact sensors would become disconnected from the previously paired devices. It could be factory reset & then it would work. But after a week or more of leaving the hub unplugged the contact sensors again would become unpaired from the water valve & siren. I spent weeks directly working with Yolink following there step by step guidance testing various firmware versions. One of the firmware versions had this flaw: If the hub was disconnected for a period of time, the contact sensors would become unpaired. Confirm with them, but anything later than v0311 is OK. I have sensors with both v0403 & v0311 and don't experience this problem.
Bottom Line: If the contact sensor is upgraded to v0311 or later it will probably fix the problem. I would advise factory resetting after the firmware is upgraded.
Let me know if you have any feedback or questions.
My water leak sensor with the same firmware 030D still works fine. I have the same automatic valve you showed and it closed when tested and I got the notice on my phone and through Alexa. Not sure what could be wrong with yours except maybe you need to pair the sensor with the siren and valve if you haven't already done so?
UPDATE: Okay, it's 45 minutes later. After some experimentation, I was able to replicate the same behavior you have. I'm fairly certain it's the pairing process that stopped yours from working.
I have two valves and one non-probe leak sensor. The sensor was paired with only one of the valves--has worked fine since day one. After watching your issue, I decided to pair the leak sensor with the second valve I have. It paired normally with the second valve but then the first valve was no longer paired. I kept trying to pair the sensor with the original valve but it just wouldn't work with it again. It only worked with the second valve. This leads me to believe you can only have the sensor paired with one valve. (I assume you can probably can have multiple sensors paired with one valve but I only have one sensor.)
Since I wanted the sensor paired with my original valve, I had to go through the pairing process again with the second valve even though it was already paired. This seemed to un-pair them. Next I paired the sensor back to the original valve and it worked. I'm never going to touch them again :)
So, perhaps you had paired your non-probe leak sensor to another device and it lost its original pairing with the siren and valve?
@@davest123va just reread your post about never touching the sensors again. I got a chuckle out of that and totally understand. Don't think I completely followed how you were able to unpair the sensor from the second valve to reset it back to the first valve.
@@CyberMedics Depending on the original pairing state, you will either pair or un-pair them directly by doing this:
1. Hold the Set button on the leak sensor until it flashes green--then let go.
2. Hold the Set button on the valve until it blinks green--then let go. They will both stop flashing green.
Then I did the same procedure to pair the sensor and my original valve to pair them again.
Note I did not setup any Automation in the app--I just paired the devices directly without using the app.
If you continue to hold the Set button while it's flashing green (don't let go, continue holding for maybe 30 seconds) it will eventually flash red once. I don't know what this indicates. It didn't change the pairing state of my devices.
@@davest123va Have followed that procedure multiple times. The flashing green light goes off on both devices as though they are paired. Result always the same....alerts in the app, but doesn't communicate with the siren or the valve.
At least the problem is consistent. I can pair each probe sensor independent of the app and it communicates successfully with the valve and the siren. Every contact sensor paired independent of the app does not work with the siren or the valve. Grateful for all the input. Will reach out to yolink support again to see what they recommend.
I've reached out to yolink for technical support. They are really responsive and I'm sure they'll get it resolved soon.
I have reached out to Yolink tech support. Here is the latest (most current on top)
10:19 AM (12 minutes ago)
to YoLink
Hello Queenie,
I do appreciate you reaching out to me. I am intimately aware of how to pair the devices. Please see this video, that I produced on your product: ua-cam.com/video/-wtSk3Pze1A/v-deo.html. I would encourage you to use this video, because it clearly demonstrates how to pair the devices, while promoting Yolink products.
Your input did not address my issue:
This contact sensor no longer communicates with the Water Valve or Siren. It alerts in the app, when water is detected, but will not open/close the valve or activate the siren. I have 3 of these sensors with the same issue. All were all purchased at the same time. This problem started approximately one month ago. Prior to that the contact sensor was functioning correctly.
Please advise on how to get this resolved.
Rick
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On Fri, Jan 21, 2022 at 6:15 AM YoLink Service wrote:
Hi Rick,
Thank you for contacting us and for using YoLink products.
I checked the data, this sensor did not set up YoLink Control successfully.
When you direct pair them, the valve controller should be in closed state, then hold the set button on the leak sensor for 5 seconds until green LED blink, next hold the set button on the valve controller for 5 seconds until green LED blink.
After pairing, turn on the valve controller, put the sensor in the water to have a test.
To unpair them, the easiest way is to factory reset the water leak sensor, hold the set button on the leak sensor for 25 seconds until green LED & red LED blink, then wait for several seconds, press the set button to activate the sensor again.
Please see attached videos.
Hope that helps,
Let me know if you have any questions or need anything else!
All the best,
Queenie | Customer Service
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Sent At:2022 Jan. 20 (Thu.) 09:04
To: YoLink Service
Subject: Contact Sensor Problem Model:YS7903-UC
Hello,
This contact sensor no longer communicates with the Water Valve or Siren. It alerts in the app, when water is detected, but will not open/close the valve or activate the siren. I have 3 of these sensors with the same issue. All were all purchased at the same time. This problem started approximately one month ago. Prior to that the contact sensor was functioning correctly.
I have multiple probe sensors (Model: YS7904-UC) and they all operate properly.
Contact Sensor Details:
Model:YS7903-UC Firmware 030D Device EUI d88b4c02000469e0 SN b32013E615.
Here is a video leak completely describing the issue: ua-cam.com/video/AHMvf8axsGM/v-deo.html
Thank you in advance,
Rick