Install Your Yardian Easily With 5 Simple Steps

Thank you for choosing Yardian. The following simple step-by-step instructions will guide you through the easy installation of your new Yardian. You can have your Yardian up and running in just 5 simple steps. If you require more detailed instructions, please refer to the User Guide.

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Replace Your Old Controller

Before installing your Yardian Pro, you will need to safely remove your existing system.

  1. Power Off: Ensure the power supply to your old controller is completely turned off.

  2. Snap a Photo: Take a clear picture of the current wiring setup on your old controller. This will serve as your primary reference guide.

  3. Label the Wires: Use the provided numeric stickers to label each wire before disconnecting them. Pay close attention to:

    • Common / Ground Wires (usually marked as ‘C’ or ‘GND’)

    • Zone Wires (connected to your individual zone valves)

    • Master Valve Wire (Optional)

    • Rain Sensor Wires (Optional)

  4. Disconnect: Carefully remove each wire from the old terminals. You are now ready to leave the old, frustrating programming behind!

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Mount and Install Your Yardian Pro

Open the Cover: Open the top cover of the Yardian Pro by gently pulling from the side slot as shown in the diagram.

  1. Position & Mark: Hold your Yardian Pro against the wall at your desired location and mark the drilling spots through the screw holes.

  2. Secure the Device: Drill the holes (if necessary) and securely mount the Yardian Pro to the wall using the provided screws.

  3. Connect the Wires: Insert your labeled sprinkler wires into their corresponding zone terminals.

Power Up: Plug the Yardian Pro power adapter into the wall outlet.

You can completely test and verify your installation without an internet connection or a smartphone.

👉 How do the Yardian Pro’s Control Buttons work?

  • Run a Zone Scan: Use the physical control buttons directly on the Yardian Pro to initiate an automated zone scan. The system will instantly assess the connection and health status of your sprinkler valves.

  • Manual Testing: You can also use the on-device buttons to manually start specific zones for a specified duration, ensuring every sprinkler head is firing perfectly.

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Download the Yardian App

After installing your Yardian, let’s proceed with setting up the Yardian app on your mobile device. First, download the ‘Yardian’ app from the App Store or Google Play. Once downloaded, open the app and follow the instructions to create an account. After creating your account, sign in to the app.

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Add new Home and Device

After signing in to the Yardian app, click on Add Home button and give your home a name. Then, click on the gear icon in the middle to specify your location and select the corresponding weather station. You can either locate your home on the map or enter the latitude and longitude manually.

After setting up the Home, click on the Please add a new device button and enter the 8-digit YID (Yardian ID) found on the product label of your Yardian controller. This will complete the pairing process.

👉 How do you set up the Yardian App?

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Set up the Internet connection

Now, let’s proceed with the most important part that will make your Yardian smarter than your old controller: getting your Yardian online. You can achieve this through either a direct Ethernet connection, which is a unique feature of the Yardian Pro, or Wi-Fi onboarding by following the steps below.

First, ensure that your mobile device is in close proximity to the Yardian and connected to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network. Next, check if the Yardian LED light is alternately blinking green and blue. If it is not, press and hold the Wi-Fi reset button for more than 5 seconds, and then release it once you see the alternate green and blue light.

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For iOS users, it is necessary to use the Apple Home App to complete Wi-Fi onboarding.

  1. Open the Apple Home app and click on “Add Accessory” to start.
  2. Scan the HomeKit setup code on the Yardian device to pair the device.
  3. Follow the instructions in the Home app to complete the configuration.
  4. When the LED turns into a steady green light, it means you have successfully connected your Yardian Pro to your Wi-Fi network.
  5. You can use the Apple Home app to do instant watering, or go back to the Yardian app to use more functions. For more details, please see How to Use the Apple Home App to Control Yardian Pro.

For Android users, please follow the steps below:

  1. Click on Device Settings and select “Wi-Fi Onboarding”
  2. Make sure your Wi-Fi is on, and select the Yardian SSID.
  3. Specify your home Wi-Fi router SSID and input the password.
  4. Check your Yardian LED. If it turns into a steady green light, it means you have successfully connected your Yardian Pro to your Wi-Fi network.

👉 Wi-Fi Onboarding for Yardian Pro

Congratulations!

You have successfully set up your Yardian

Now it’s time to explore the Yardian in detail. You can refer to our comprehensive User Guide, or continue using the Yardian App for further guidance.

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