Beginner’s Guide to Cloning the ESP32 Board: Step-by-Step Instructions for Replicating Your Microcontroller Setup

Cloning an ESP32 or any other microcontroller or embedded device can serve various purposes depending on what you intend to achieve: When cloning an ESP32 or any microcontroller, it’s essential to understand the licensing agreements and intellectual property rights associated with the firmware and software you are cloning. Always ensure that you have the necessary […]

Understanding and Fixing ‘Check Water Needed!’ Issue with Your Plantmate Automatic Watering Cube

Are you puzzled why your Plantmate Automatic Watering Cube keeps showing the ‘Check Water Needed!’ alert, even though you’ve filled the tank? Let’s dive into why this happens and how you can fix it easily. What’s the Problem? The issue likely stems from the positioning of the soil moisture sensor in relation to the water […]

How do we update the PMWC-02 system software:

To update the PMWC-02 system software, please follow these steps: 1. Begin by accessing your device’s webpage, which is typically available at the default URL: http://plantmate.local. 2. Once on the device’s webpage, navigate to the settings menu by clicking on the gear icon located in the lower-right corner of the page. 3. Within the settings […]

Another possible cause of wrinkling or peeling of the PCB mask on a capacitive soil moisture sensor and its solutions:

Another possible cause of wrinkling or peeling of the PCB mask on a capacitive soil moisture sensor and its solutions:

After using this type of sensor for some time, there is a possibility that the PCB portion inserted into the soil may become damaged. Typically, the issue is the peeling or wrinkling of the PCB’s protective mask layer, which can impact the accuracy of the soil data intended for measurement. We generally believe that this […]