56. Open the Zynect Sensors app and go to the ‘Setup’ section.
57. Click on your sensor’s name.
58. Scroll down to the bottom of the setup page and click the ‘Calibrate’ button
59. Thermote and Thermote X
a. Ice bath calibration is a standard method using a mixture of crushed ice and
water. The ice bath should stand for 10 minutes before commencing the
calibration. Stir occasionally to ensure it is an even temperature.
b. Place the temperature probe in an ice-bath and allow it to acclimate for at least
two minutes. Make sure that the sensor is in the middle of the bath, and not
touching the sides.
c. Press ‘Continue’ in the app.
d. Once calibration is complete you will see a ‘Calibration Complete’ popup.
e. Remove the magnet to end calibration mode.
60. Soilmote
a. The soilmote is not field calibrated.
Maintenance: Cleaning your Zynect Sensor
61. Your sensor is IP 67 waterproof and dustproof. It can be washed with cool water. Do not
wash with hot water - the temperature change may force water past the seal. Keep the
battery compartment clean, and always make sure the battery compartment screw is
firmly screwed down.
Maintenance: Battery life
62. Zynect sensors are designed for long battery life. The following factors will negatively
affect battery duration:
a. Leaving the unit in configuration mode for a long time. Configuration mode,
where the unit is paired or is waiting to be paired with a smartphone is
extremely
battery intensive.
b. Freezing temperatures. All battery chemistry is negatively affected by cold
temperatures, reducing available power.
63. To extend battery life, increase the duration between updates - you should aim to update
at twice the rate you need data. So for example, if you are measuring temperature and
need a reading once an hour, set the unit to report every 30 minutes. The unit reports
every five minutes by default, so this will make a significant difference.
Settings: Changing Measurement Units, Adjusting Dark Mode, and Updating Password
64. Go to the ‘Account’ section
within the Zynect Sensors app
a. Changing measurement units