MarcD

Thanks for the info. I may revise the approach and hook up the flow sensor to a gredia flow meter (zj-lcd-m). It has an output that is typically used to control a solenoid valve that can be programmed to send a signal when a set flow volume is reached. Sounds like it would work better to send this output to the I/o linc as it would be a single signal. Maybe not as slick, but I don't want to risk choking communications....

Hi, I installed a Gredia water flow sensor in a water line that serves an irrigation system. I'm looking to detect water flow to get alerted if there's an outdoor leak, or if the sprinkler valve doesn't properly close. I found a fair amount about programming variables, and the pulse frequency is directly related to flow, so I think I can write some useful code once I have the pulses from the water sensor counting (though I may be back here with questions about that!). My immediate question is how to properly wire the I/o linc. The flow sensor has three wires: VCC(+), GND(-) and Signal Output. I assume the GND connects to GND. Does Signal Output connect with S? What connects to VCC(+)? Thanks. Marc

Thanks for the quick response. I'll plan to pick up 2 i/o lincs. I was hoping to get the Dakota installed--had it hooked up (set up was pretty simple) and tested (seemed to work perfectly without having to tweak sensitivities or anything). But, it arrived here just in time for a big cold front, and I couldn't bury it (I tried). So, I disconnected it and will wait until the ground thaws. I'm looking forward to programming some interesting and useful responses to cars coming and going. BTW, not sure why you're interested in the plus, but I learned that having the two sensors also helps reduce false signals as the algorithm is looking for the proper activation sequence (ie it won't go off if both sensors fire simultaneously)--not sure how much of a difference this makes, but if so, it sounds like an added benefit.

Hi, I just got a Dakota Dual 4k Plus driveway alarm. The receiver has two relay outputs (NO, COM, NC) and a 12 VDC output terminal. One relay triggers when a car is entering, and the other when a car is leaving. In order to integrate this, do I need two separate I/O linc modules? Any other methods to consider? Thanks. Marc