I know this is a super old video, but THANK YOU so much for posting step-by-step instructions on how to hardwire the unit! My husband and I are new homeowners and you just saved us so much money in a service call. Once I could understand what I was looking at, I got it all hooked up and running in an hour. Thank you!!!
glad i saw this video!...theres another guy on here hard wiring his unit but he cut the cord and spliced instead of unwiring at the transformer. This way is much cleaner and professional looking.
Exactly what i was looking for. kept looking for "replacing a hunter with orbit". found your video by accident. well presented, clear and informative. thank you
Awesome this is much appreciated! I’m going from an older Orbit to this unit and was concerned no one had shown a way to wire the transformer directly. Thank you!
I also had the same situation with the power. I bought the sprinkler controller assuming I would be able to connect up the hard wire instead of outlet. Now that I watched this, I don't have to worry about the power to the controller.
Perfect. Thanks! Orbit support has a policy not to help with hard wiring. Probably a liability issue but it was so simple and if you already know that previous power was working I don't see big risk.
Excellent video...exactly what I needed. Just bought the b-hyve controller and couldn't find any info/diagrams on hardwiring it. Thanks for putting this out there, it'll be a huge help while I'm installing this on Saturday!
Yes! Even though this is a 5 year old video, I just ordered a B-Hyve and was wondering about hard-wiring it in place of my failed Rainbird controller! Thanks so much :)
Thank you so much. I have the same lightning struck system to replace and I want to hard wire rather than use the plug. Your explanations and attention to detail were great!
Perfect video. Thank you. Saved me $150 in install fees! The only thing I will have to find out is my old Rain Bird transformer had two orange wires coming out to attach to the 24 volt places and my new bhyve does not. guess its good to go! Thank you again!!
You sir are a legend! I needed to know exactly how the transformer was configured so I could convert the 120V US model to 240V to use elsewhere without a silly step-down transformer in-line. Your video was great as I could freeze a frame and determine that I need a 26VAC @ 750mA transformer for a perfect conversion :) Bloody fantasatic! Keep up the great work :)
My US 110V B-Hyves arrived yesterday. 30 minutes of easy effort replacing the transformer in one of them and it's now AUS 240V capable without any obvious signs of tampering/alteration... the perfect hack :) Transformer used was just a 240-24VAC 1A removed from a Jaycar Plugpack (MP3032 @ $27). Total cost of each unit including Postage and Transformer = $170AUD... $90 less than the cheapest 240V unit I could find locally but of course warranty is now void.
@@timothymanz7999 Hi. I don't use the Pump Output however I'm pretty sure it's either just relay contacts or possibly 24VAC. You need to connect a Pump Relay to this output for a Pump to work... something similar to this: learn.sprinklersupplystore.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/PSR-Connect-Power-Source-2.png
@@stephenbell1363 Hey there. My old analog timer died and I'm trying to replace with this unit. I bought it on a whim and it's too late to return it now, so trying to make do with what I have. I am in the US, but I don't have a standard 120v wall plug on the exterior of the house in that area. My sprinkler set up is on a well pump that is 230v. I was trying to hardwire the controller into this 230v system via the pump start relay, but looks like I'm running into the issue of the 120v adapter inside the unit. It looks like you used a 240 transformer, but when I search them, I get even more confused on how I would hook that up. Thanks in advance. I'm not very electrical savvy, so keep it simple for me :)
Awesome video sir. It fits my exact situation. I have to replace the Hunter X Core timer ( it suffered the all too common broken plastic rotary knob ) with the Orbit timer. Thanks so much for this video. I found it to be very thorough
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
'm having trouble inserting some wires into the controller, any suggestions or tricks? What size screw bit are you using? It is very hard using the supplied screwdriver. My old controller had only 1 C terminal with 2 wires connected. Are all the C terminals on the HRC 400 the same? Why did you wire 2 C wires to the same terminal when you had another C terminal available?
While the video is very helpful, he took things apart in advance. These steps, some of which are tricky, weren't shown in the video. This included who to release the little access plate for the power cord where it come into the device and how to release the clips holding the cover of the transformer. Other than these issues, the video is super helpful.
Awesome video. Im also installing a B Hyve Wifi sprinkler system. I have to hardwire it like you did. My old system doesn't have a green wire. Do you know if it is needed?
I did some research on wiring and it turns out you are right. There is a wire that is currently grounded so I am fine. Thanks for responding. I appreciate your help. I still haven't heard back from Orbitz when I called. Thanks again!!
Hey, thanks for making this video. I'm about to install this same timer and notice that you had two yellow wires connected to the 24V terminals on the old timer. I have a similar setup where the wires go back up inside the old timer box. Do you know what those wires were for and why you didn't need to hook them back up on the new timer? Thanks for the help!
The yellow wires on the old timer are for the transformer. So it stays with the old timer. The orbit has a new one that I show how to hookup in the video when the orbit is on the bench. Hope that helps. Dave
@@daviddonoghue9256 Thanks for the quick reply David. I appreciate it. I think I'll try tackling this tonight and your video should make this a much easier job.
So i have just completed the exact same swap. BUT...Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
Does it let you turn on zones one at a time in manual mode? I have one controller which only runs each zone one after another. With 3 zones, I have to wait for the first 2 zones to go through timed cycles before I can do adjustments on zone 3
what kind of wires are suitable for the valves? I have my valves spread across the garden and need to buy very long extension cables for them to connect to the timer... As for the water pump - do I have to link its power cord directly to the timer? Live cable in the PUMP terminal and neutral to COM terminal?
They should be low voltage for the valves. Ask any home depot guy to show you. The pumpe moter is hooked up to a controller. The wires going to the controller from the timer are low voltage NOT 230v. I would use 18 guage wire if less than 200 ft.
David, to confirm you can hook up the 110 to the 24v transformer using either one of the 2 red wires? It doesn't matter which red wire to hook up to the hot or neutral?
Thanks for great the video, I’m about to do this exact change out. Can you explain how you attached the green ground to the transformer, since the wire did not have a mounting point?
Hi petryman The screw goes into the black plastic case behind the transformer. look at 1:35 into the video you can see the screw. I do a cut and take out the screw to attach the other wires. you can see the transformer has two screws that hold it in. All you are doing is grounding dos not matter where you ground the transformer either screw will be fine. Dave
@@daviddonoghue9256 I was also confused by this and was needing clarification on your response. Are you saying to just wrap the copper part of the green wire around the screw?
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
@@paulythehandyman Luckily I've had no issues with it starting my 220v relay and pump. Id imagine you could get a small step-up transformer. Your pump relay should have documentation on how much voltage/amperage is needed maybe? Edit, After quickly looking a transformer will up the voltage as well?, whats the make/model of your pump relay?
How can add a wire for relay? i have index valve so the direct power goes to turn/on off the pump. I am looking to replace eixsting mechanical timer, add a relay and direct wire a controller on top (there are no additional outlets to power controller separately)
My current dumb 2 zone drip irrigation system has no wires! I'm adding a back yard zone & a 3rd zone to current 2 zone front yard system with future plans to add zones for lawn watering. I understand from videos how setup goes but am mystified as to where/what the wires are to attach to in my current 2 zones! There are no wires used in running my irrigation. I'd add wires if I knew where & why they're needed but without wires, my smart timer will have no idea how setup gets done. I cannot find the answer anywhere for this dilemma. Please help as vacation is nearing & must be a Smart system prior to leaving!
The wires go to the valves that open and close each zone of your sprinkler system. One set goes to the sprinkler pump for my setup. Some will have city water tha has pressure so you will just need the valves for each zone i.e. front yard, front shrubs, side yard. Most pumps can't do your whole yard at once. Hope that helps also look up "how to setup a sprinkler system" on YT Dave
Thanks, David Donoghue. If I'm going to do this upgrade, I'll need to add the manifolds to handle those changes but I'm not familiar with how that works so I guess I'll need to get help to do it. I had hoped to do it myself but don't want mistakes but wonder how complex it is. I see prebuilt manifolds & if it's just a matter of hookup & that's it, maybe doing it would be OK.
David - Really great video, the details really help a novice like me out. just out of curiosity why did you decide to directly hook in to A/C power rather than installing a new weatherproof GFCI plug with surge protection? Seems like it would be easier and reduce some electrical risk.
I reused the same sensor for the rain shut off. I think it will also do smart watering because its hooked up to the internet. Its a nice feature. When it rains in the area it shuts off the sprinkler system for 24hrs. you will get notification via the app.
This is an awesome video. However, I can't get the face off the little black box. At about 1:30, you took it off, but you had already released all 3 clips prior to recording the video. They are very tight, and I can't figure out how to move them enough. I am afraid to break them. What am I doing wrong? :( Thanks!
After 1.25 hours of perseverance, I got the cover off! Used a few flathead screwdrivers, miniature plastic spatulas, and a little creativity. Since nobody else asked about this, I am very likely in the minority. :) :)
@@grammargirl6162 I have the same problem! Still struggling to remove it without breaking the tabs..especially the one on top, any ideas greatly appreciated
Great video. My old sprinkler timer doesn’t have a pump wire so I just connected the com and all the valve wires to my b-hyve but mine won’t turn on. Anybody have any ideas? Thanks.
So you should have two wires from each valve on each zone. Take one wire from each valve that is attached to the pvc pipe and connect to the common. So if you have 4 valves connect them all together and connect to the common at the box. Make it the same color from each for simplicity. Then take the remaining wire and run each one separately to a zone 1 -2 -3 -4 . That will turn each valve on. That's if you have just city water with pressure and no pump. Hope that helps?
Has anybody had issues or regret buying Orbit B Hyve 1 month or later after installation ? Considering changing from a Hunter Pro - C Outdoor Modular to Orbit B Hyve . Please comment.
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
@@paulythehandyman Sorry Pauly went with the Hunter Pro- C Outdoor Modular. I wanted the Smart Orbit as it was the least expensive option.But I didn't want to risk it as I saw to many problems with Orbit.
I deeply regret buying Orbit irrigation controllers for my home. They disconnect themselves from the wifi regularly: one of them will not reconnect. Ever. AVOID ORBIT. Their customer support is non-existent. And when you click “Troubleshooting” on the app, the window closes, nothing else happens. Zero. Nada.
As an irrigation company owner/operator I have NEVER had an issue with any Orbit B-Hyve controller. They are my go to for probably 99% of our new installs and we love them. Their app is top of the line and user friendly and I have never had 1 single call back for issues. I would highly suggest learning more about your router and modem or have your internet service provider come out and find out what is going on with that side of your system before bashing Orbit. No, I am not an Orbit employee nor do I have anything to do with them other than buying their products myself, I just don’t like seeing negative reviews because of someone’s lack of knowledge.
Orbit spinklers have typical problems that after warranty you will have an error messages NO AC and system will not start. No support form ORBIT staff and only one information is that you can buy a new one or send you to "repair" with probably cost of new one. So ORBIT spinkler = working time 2 years or little more if you are lucky. I hardly disrecomend this brand.
Thanks for the comment. I'm very happy with the performance of the Orbit system. My controller runs all the off brand equipment (sprinkler, pumps & valves) just fine. I've had no integration issues. It's Still going after 5 years. I would check you power source and your connections. Could also be your transformer. Might be a simple fix, just make sure you have good connections. Good luck Dave
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
Thank you but this was too important of a video to do by yourself for us needy people. Sure would have been nice to have a tri-pod or a helper. But doing it on your own worked out good enough that even this idiot might just work it out!
Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to (carefully) film and post exactly what this DIYer needed! Your consideration of others is to be commended.
I know this is a super old video, but THANK YOU so much for posting step-by-step instructions on how to hardwire the unit! My husband and I are new homeowners and you just saved us so much money in a service call. Once I could understand what I was looking at, I got it all hooked up and running in an hour. Thank you!!!
I'm glad it helped you. I had a good neighbor for my first house. Good luck with your projects.
glad i saw this video!...theres another guy on here hard wiring his unit but he cut the cord and spliced instead of unwiring at the transformer. This way is much cleaner and professional looking.
Thank you- you saved me from calling an electrician. Instructions were very clear and easy to follow.
Thanks for making this, my BHyve just arrived. Not a lot of hardwired videos. Yours was great.
Exactly what i was looking for. kept looking for "replacing a hunter with orbit". found your video by accident. well presented, clear and informative. thank you
Glad it helped
Awesome this is much appreciated! I’m going from an older Orbit to this unit and was concerned no one had shown a way to wire the transformer directly. Thank you!
I also had the same situation with the power. I bought the sprinkler controller assuming I would be able to connect up the hard wire instead of outlet. Now that I watched this, I don't have to worry about the power to the controller.
Much appreciated, it was time for a new one, wasn't sure how to go about it, and didnt realize the hard wire inside the plug is very straight forward!
Perfect video to illustrate hard wire into the breaker box. Thank you.
Great job. This is exactly what I was looking for.
Perfect. Thanks! Orbit support has a policy not to help with hard wiring. Probably a liability issue but it was so simple and if you already know that previous power was working I don't see big risk.
Excellent video...exactly what I needed. Just bought the b-hyve controller and couldn't find any info/diagrams on hardwiring it. Thanks for putting this out there, it'll be a huge help while I'm installing this on Saturday!
Yes! Even though this is a 5 year old video, I just ordered a B-Hyve and was wondering about hard-wiring it in place of my failed Rainbird controller! Thanks so much :)
Your welcome
Since I had the same Hunter controller, this was perfect. Thanks, David!
Same here. Did you installed the new one?
@@aross924 yes I did,
Thank you for showing how to rewire the transformer. It was super helpful
Awesome video. Helped a fellow DIYer like myself get the job done without any issues. Thanks for posting this!
Thank you so much for posting this video. Just bought this unit and my old one had the power wired to the AC power box and not an outlet.
Thanks for the awesome video! I just installed my B-Hyve. Went from Hunter to Orbit. Your video helped me understand the wiring.
Glad that it helped you. I have been very happy with mine.
This video was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much. Saved me $120 to have an electrician come out.
Im glad it helped you
Great job on the video. The step-by-step was excellent. And you were very thorough, not skipping anything. Heading out to do mine now!! Thanks
I followed the exact directions. it worked the first time. Thank you so much for posting.
Awesome Job on this video, David! Properly explained, no confusion just straight forward. Well done 👏👏👏
Awesome? Hardly.
Thanks, this really helped me with the hardwiring!
Thank you so much. I have the same lightning struck system to replace and I want to hard wire rather than use the plug. Your explanations and attention to detail were great!
Perfect video. Thank you. Saved me $150 in install fees! The only thing I will have to find out is my old Rain Bird transformer had two orange wires coming out to attach to the 24 volt places and my new bhyve does not. guess its good to go! Thank you again!!
Sir no homeo I love you. You have solved my problem. Your videos is effective and very helpful.
Really helpful! Saved me a lot of cash for install!
Perfect video for me. Huge thanks
Thank you so much! I have the exact same setup as you and would much rather do it myself than have to pay someone else to do it!
Great video. Thanks for putting this up. Got mine installed today thanks to this after being at a loss of how to install it with the hardwiring.
I'M GLAD IT HELPED! GREAT SYSTEM
I truly appreciate it. I was lost before watching this.
You sir are a legend! I needed to know exactly how the transformer was configured so I could convert the 120V US model to 240V to use elsewhere without a silly step-down transformer in-line. Your video was great as I could freeze a frame and determine that I need a 26VAC @ 750mA transformer for a perfect conversion :) Bloody fantasatic! Keep up the great work :)
My US 110V B-Hyves arrived yesterday. 30 minutes of easy effort replacing the transformer in one of them and it's now AUS 240V capable without any obvious signs of tampering/alteration... the perfect hack :) Transformer used was just a 240-24VAC 1A removed from a Jaycar Plugpack (MP3032 @ $27). Total cost of each unit including Postage and Transformer = $170AUD... $90 less than the cheapest 240V unit I could find locally but of course warranty is now void.
Wondered how this works when pump motor is 270vac as well? Is the controller output capable of switching 270vac for the pump?
@@timothymanz7999 Hi. I don't use the Pump Output however I'm pretty sure it's either just relay contacts or possibly 24VAC. You need to connect a Pump Relay to this output for a Pump to work... something similar to this: learn.sprinklersupplystore.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/PSR-Connect-Power-Source-2.png
@@stephenbell1363 Hey there. My old analog timer died and I'm trying to replace with this unit. I bought it on a whim and it's too late to return it now, so trying to make do with what I have. I am in the US, but I don't have a standard 120v wall plug on the exterior of the house in that area. My sprinkler set up is on a well pump that is 230v. I was trying to hardwire the controller into this 230v system via the pump start relay, but looks like I'm running into the issue of the 120v adapter inside the unit. It looks like you used a 240 transformer, but when I search them, I get even more confused on how I would hook that up. Thanks in advance. I'm not very electrical savvy, so keep it simple for me :)
@@funkymonkey0009Yep, you just need a transformer capable of producing 24V @ 1A.
Spot on change from Hunter to Orbit bhyve.
Got me to install mine ; well done mate
Awesome video sir. It fits my exact situation. I have to replace the Hunter X Core timer ( it suffered the all too common broken plastic rotary knob ) with the Orbit timer. Thanks so much for this video. I found it to be very thorough
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
Thanks a lot mate, this video made my life a whole lot easier!
Great video! I have the same Hunter to be replaced and wondered how to hook the b-hyve to direct ac,Thanks!
Just what I needed. Thank you!
Thanks !! One of THE best instructional videos I’ve ever seen on UA-cam. 🤟🏽
Thanks glad it helped
Great video, this helped a ton and got mine installed, it was a breeze! Love this timer!
glad it helped you!
Thank you! I was wondering how to hook up the AC without doing a splice.
'm having trouble inserting some wires into the controller, any suggestions or tricks? What size screw bit are you using? It is very hard using the supplied screwdriver. My old controller had only 1 C terminal with 2 wires connected. Are all the C terminals on the HRC 400 the same? Why did you wire 2 C wires to the same terminal when you had another C terminal available?
That was a great video: thank you for taking the time to share that.
Glad it helped
Nice job with this video. It really helped me out. Thank you.
Thank you! Extremely helpful.
This is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much!
Thats great. Sounds like you are in the same situation i was in. Glad it helped you out.
While the video is very helpful, he took things apart in advance. These steps, some of which are tricky, weren't shown in the video. This included who to release the little access plate for the power cord where it come into the device and how to release the clips holding the cover of the transformer. Other than these issues, the video is super helpful.
Thanks so much. Quick question: I see yellow wires into 24VAC in the old unit, but none in the new unit. Is this not required?
If you look at 5:12 I show what wires power the transformer. The yellow wires stayed with the old unit.
Awesome, thanks so much! I have the system plugged in right now and will hard wire now that I’ve seen your video.
Thank you for this. Helped me a lot! 👍
Glad it helped!
Awesome video. Im also installing a B Hyve Wifi sprinkler system. I have to hardwire it like you did. My old system doesn't have a green wire. Do you know if it is needed?
Might just be old wiring. The green wire is usually ground. It should have a ground but no big deal. It should work fine without it.
I did some research on wiring and it turns out you are right. There is a wire that is currently grounded so I am fine. Thanks for responding. I appreciate your help. I still haven't heard back from Orbitz when I called. Thanks again!!
Hey, thanks for making this video. I'm about to install this same timer and notice that you had two yellow wires connected to the 24V terminals on the old timer. I have a similar setup where the wires go back up inside the old timer box. Do you know what those wires were for and why you didn't need to hook them back up on the new timer? Thanks for the help!
The yellow wires on the old timer are for the transformer. So it stays with the old timer. The orbit has a new one that I show how to hookup in the video when the orbit is on the bench. Hope that helps.
Dave
@@daviddonoghue9256 Thanks for the quick reply David. I appreciate it. I think I'll try tackling this tonight and your video should make this a much easier job.
Nest screwdriver @ 0:48! A true DIY tool! LOL Thanks for video; helped me out a lot.
So i have just completed the exact same swap. BUT...Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
Thanks David 🥃🥃
Does it let you turn on zones one at a time in manual mode? I have one controller which only runs each zone one after another. With 3 zones, I have to wait for the first 2 zones to go through timed cycles before I can do adjustments on zone 3
Perfectly clear. Just what I needed.
Glad it helped you.
I am doing the same swap and seem to have the wires connected the same as shown in the video, but still don’t get any power. Any suggestions?
what kind of wires are suitable for the valves? I have my valves spread across the garden and need to buy very long extension cables for them to connect to the timer... As for the water pump - do I have to link its power cord directly to the timer? Live cable in the PUMP terminal and neutral to COM terminal?
They should be low voltage for the valves. Ask any home depot guy to show you. The pumpe moter is hooked up to a controller. The wires going to the controller from the timer are low voltage NOT 230v.
I would use 18 guage wire if less than 200 ft.
David, to confirm you can hook up the 110 to the 24v transformer using either one of the 2 red wires? It doesn't matter which red wire to hook up to the hot or neutral?
You are correct!
Thanks for great the video, I’m about to do this exact change out. Can you explain how you attached the green ground to the transformer, since the wire did not have a mounting point?
Hi petryman
The screw goes into the black plastic case behind the transformer. look at 1:35 into the video you can see the screw. I do a cut and take out the screw to attach the other wires. you can see the transformer has two screws that hold it in. All you are doing is grounding dos not matter where you ground the transformer either screw will be fine.
Dave
@@daviddonoghue9256 I was also confused by this and was needing clarification on your response. Are you saying to just wrap the copper part of the green wire around the screw?
Most informative video, thank you very much. It helped me so much.
Your very welcome
Nice video, but I've read issues with this controller to pump start relays. Have you had any issues with your pump starting with this B-Hyve?
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
@@paulythehandyman Luckily I've had no issues with it starting my 220v relay and pump. Id imagine you could get a small step-up transformer. Your pump relay should have documentation on how much voltage/amperage is needed maybe?
Edit, After quickly looking a transformer will up the voltage as well?, whats the make/model of your pump relay?
Great video!!!!!!
Do you need to take the power off to do this or not?
How can add a wire for relay? i have index valve so the direct power goes to turn/on off the pump. I am looking to replace eixsting mechanical timer, add a relay and direct wire a controller on top (there are no additional outlets to power controller separately)
My current dumb 2 zone drip irrigation system has no wires! I'm adding a back yard zone & a 3rd zone to current 2 zone front yard system with future plans to add zones for lawn watering.
I understand from videos how setup goes but am mystified as to where/what the wires are to attach to in my current 2 zones! There are no wires used in running my irrigation. I'd add wires if I knew where & why they're needed but without wires, my smart timer will have no idea how setup gets done. I cannot find the answer anywhere for this dilemma.
Please help as vacation is nearing & must be a Smart system prior to leaving!
The wires go to the valves that open and close each zone of your sprinkler system. One set goes to the sprinkler pump for my setup. Some will have city water tha has pressure so you will just need the valves for each zone i.e. front yard, front shrubs, side yard. Most pumps can't do your whole yard at once. Hope that helps also look up "how to setup a sprinkler system" on YT
Dave
Thanks, David Donoghue. If I'm going to do this upgrade, I'll need to add the manifolds to handle those changes but I'm not familiar with how that works so I guess I'll need to get help to do it. I had hoped to do it myself but don't want mistakes but wonder how complex it is. I see prebuilt manifolds & if it's just a matter of hookup & that's it, maybe doing it would be OK.
David - Really great video, the details really help a novice like me out. just out of curiosity why did you decide to directly hook in to A/C power rather than installing a new weatherproof GFCI plug with surge protection? Seems like it would be easier and reduce some electrical risk.
I am making this exact same switch. Did you re-use your existing hunter sensor or did you purchase the orbit sensor?
I reused the same sensor for the rain shut off. I think it will also do smart watering because its hooked up to the internet. Its a nice feature. When it rains in the area it shuts off the sprinkler system for 24hrs. you will get notification via the app.
Very helpful
This is an awesome video. However, I can't get the face off the little black box. At about 1:30, you took it off, but you had already released all 3 clips prior to recording the video. They are very tight, and I can't figure out how to move them enough. I am afraid to break them. What am I doing wrong? :(
Thanks!
After 1.25 hours of perseverance, I got the cover off! Used a few flathead screwdrivers, miniature plastic spatulas, and a little creativity. Since nobody else asked about this, I am very likely in the minority. :) :)
@@grammargirl6162 I have the same problem! Still struggling to remove it without breaking the tabs..especially the one on top, any ideas greatly appreciated
It was a piano to remove. Just go slow
This was awesome. Thanks for the instructions.
Great Job!
great video and job
Thanks. Cause I thought I picked up the wrong model and was about to return it
Thank you for sharing
Thanks!!! Your the man!💪🤝
What type of wire are you using?
Great video. My old sprinkler timer doesn’t have a pump wire so I just connected the com and all the valve wires to my b-hyve but mine won’t turn on. Anybody have any ideas? Thanks.
So you should have two wires from each valve on each zone. Take one wire from each valve that is attached to the pvc pipe and connect to the common. So if you have 4 valves connect them all together and connect to the common at the box. Make it the same color from each for simplicity. Then take the remaining wire and run each one separately to a zone 1 -2 -3 -4 . That will turn each valve on. That's if you have just city water with pressure and no pump. Hope that helps?
What power source did you tap into ?
15amp circuit from the house.
Thanks 👍
Has anybody had issues or regret buying Orbit B Hyve 1 month or later after installation ? Considering changing from a Hunter Pro - C Outdoor Modular to Orbit B Hyve . Please comment.
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
@@paulythehandyman Sorry Pauly went with the Hunter Pro- C Outdoor Modular. I wanted the Smart Orbit as it was the least expensive option.But I didn't want to risk it as I saw to many problems with Orbit.
Thanks
My Friend Send Me The Model Please of Transformer
Model TDB-B-120 I can not find in google
Where to buy that ???
Thank You For The Video.
Hi. Is anyone willing to sell me their power cord since you have now hard wired you're B-hyve?
It was easy to do and I didn't want to take up a plug in the outlet.
I deeply regret buying Orbit irrigation controllers for my home. They disconnect themselves from the wifi regularly: one of them will not reconnect. Ever. AVOID ORBIT. Their customer support is non-existent. And when you click “Troubleshooting” on the app, the window closes, nothing else happens. Zero. Nada.
As an irrigation company owner/operator I have NEVER had an issue with any Orbit B-Hyve controller. They are my go to for probably 99% of our new installs and we love them. Their app is top of the line and user friendly and I have never had 1 single call back for issues. I would highly suggest learning more about your router and modem or have your internet service provider come out and find out what is going on with that side of your system before bashing Orbit. No, I am not an Orbit employee nor do I have anything to do with them other than buying their products myself, I just don’t like seeing negative reviews because of someone’s lack of knowledge.
Orbit spinklers have typical problems that after warranty you will have an error messages NO AC and system will not start. No support form ORBIT staff and only one information is that you can buy a new one or send you to "repair" with probably cost of new one. So ORBIT spinkler = working time 2 years or little more if you are lucky. I hardly disrecomend this brand.
Thanks for the comment. I'm very happy with the performance of the Orbit system. My controller runs all the off brand equipment (sprinkler, pumps & valves) just fine. I've had no integration issues. It's Still going after 5 years.
I would check you power source and your connections. Could also be your transformer. Might be a simple fix, just make sure you have good connections.
Good luck
Dave
Mine wont start my 3 phase pump relay! Did you have any issues with this? Can i get a power relay maybe. Relised hunter x core was 1amp were b-hyve is only 500ma
Thank you but this was too important of a video to do by yourself for us needy people. Sure would have been nice to have a tri-pod or a helper. But doing it on your own worked out good enough that even this idiot might just work it out!
Do you know to do anything to loosen this piece up? For some reason, mine doesn't seem to budge:
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Not sure what piece you are referring to