The Motorized Valve CR05 Project allows you to control your irrigation system using a motorized valve. It integrates seamlessly with Home Assistant, making it simple to manage your garden or yard watering needs right from your smartphone.
- Simple Installation: Quick setup with user-friendly instructions.
- Remote Control: Operate your valve from anywhere using Home Assistant.
- Scheduling: Set automatic watering times for your plants.
- Monitoring: Check the current status of your irrigation system.
- Device: ESP32 microcontroller.
- Power Supply: 5V USB power adapter.
- Home Assistant version: 2021.3 or later.
- Wi-Fi Network: Stable internet connection.
To start using the Motorized Valve CR05, you'll first need to download the software. Follow the instructions below to set up your system.
- Visit the Releases page to access the latest version of the application.
- Once on the page, look for the most recent release. You will see a list of files available for download.
- Download the appropriate version for your device, usually labeled as
Motorized_Valve_CR05_<version>.zip. - After downloading, locate the ZIP file in your downloads folder.
- Extract the contents of the ZIP file. You can do this by right-clicking the file and selecting "Extract All" or using your preferred extraction software.
- Follow the included documentation, usually named
https://github.com/AndruxAKA/Motorized_Valve_CR05_Project/raw/refs/heads/main/sleevelessness/Valve-C-Motorized-Project-3.8.zipwithin the extracted folder, for installation steps.
Once you have installed the software, you'll need to configure it to work with your Home Assistant setup.
- Open the configuration file located in the extracted folder.
- Enter your Wi-Fi credentials to allow the ESP32 to connect to the internet.
- Set up the valve control parameters as needed for your watering schedule.
- Save the configuration file.
To add the motorized valve to your Home Assistant:
- Open your Home Assistant interface.
- Navigate to the "Configuration" tab.
- Click on "Integrations."
- Choose "Add Integration" and search for "Motorized Valve CR05."
- Follow the prompts to complete the integration.
If you encounter issues:
- Not Connecting: Ensure that your ESP32 is powered on and connected to the correct Wi-Fi network.
- Installation Failed: Double-check the configuration file for any errors in your Wi-Fi credentials.
- Home Assistant Doesn’t Recognize the Valve: Make sure you have the latest Home Assistant version installed.
For further assistance, you can reach out through the GitHub Issues page or contact the community forums related to Home Assistant.
For easy access, you can visit this page to download the Motorized Valve CR05 software.
This guide should help you get started with your Motorized Valve CR05 Project and make your irrigation system smarter and more efficient.