On/Off (Enable/Disable) rain detector setting for individual zones
Individual Zone snooze function exemption
Note from RainMachine support, “We feel rain sensors are obsolete and override the default functionality.”
Requesting on/off (enable/disable) rain detector setting for each zone.
RainMachine already supports a rain detector but options are limited. Currently rain detection causes all zones to follow a universal setting;
SNOOZE all zones for user defined period of time.
Reason: I use a dedicated zone for water feature refilling, why not embrace it and enhance the functionality and allow individual zones to either accept or ignore SNOOZE without affecting the desired function for zone.
Notes:
Yes, the system can utilize a private weather station for rain sensing, but it requires a subscription to WU or other compatible service for local data. There have been times when the rain was not reported accurately and the sprinklers would still run during or after a rain.
Why rely on historical data or the internet and not support a local rain sensor? There are errors on internet weather reporting. Historical data is a last resort for proper watering programs.
Summary,
- Rain detector option adds additional zone control feature
- Rain detector adds additional redundancy for current weather conditions
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