How to charge your CropX Sensor

Step 1: Gently remove the 5 screws on top of the sensor.
Step 2: Remove the charging socket cover.
Step 3: Connect the USB cable to the USB cable port (cable provided) and connect to any USB power adapter.
Step 4: Allow the sensor to fully charge for at least 10 hours until the light changes to green (this may take up to 24 hours, depending on the charging source).
Step 5: Before reattaching the charging socket cover, make sure the rubber sealing ring is in place.

When to charge your Sensor

We recommend charging your sensor at the beginning of each growing season. If you charge you sensor while planting your crop your sensor will be able to get the best soil moisture readings throughout the lifecycle of the crop.

How long will the charge in my CropX Sensor last?

Generally, the battery lasts one season, about 8 months to one year. It depends on the reception in the area, a lower reception will lead to the sensor battery losing charge faster.

How do I know if my sensor needs charging?

You can see if your sensor needs charging on your CropX dashboard.

Step 1: Login to https://myfarm.cropx.com/#/login

Step 2: In the overview page sensor status is visible. Here you will see the status of each of your sensors.

Step 3: Click on the number of sensors with low battery to view a list of sensors that need charging.