Follow these instructions to ensure that the Controller faceplate is safely removed and installed. Brand new units, especially some of the very early units, may be very difficult to open due to the friction of the controller pins. Removing and reinstalling the faceplate a few times will break in the connection […]
[Gen 1] Re-join Spruce Sensor to network
Follow the steps in this article to reset the sensor, if you are having trouble connecting Spruce Sensors to the network, or if the Spruce Sensor isn’t working properly. Please perform these steps next to your SmartThings Hub (within 5 feet or standing next to the Hub) to eliminate any range concerns. […]
More than 16 zones on property
You can use more than one Spruce Controller with a single SmartThings Hub to add zones to your network. Each controller just needs to be within range (~150ft if you have walls obstructing, or 300+ft with clear line of sight) of either the SmartThings Hub or the other controller (the […]
Do I really need a SmartThings Hub?
If you own a Black, 1st Gen controller then yes, a Samsung SmartThings Hub is required for operation. Spruce uses the Zigbee wireless protocol, and uses the SmartThings Hub as a bridge. 1st Gen Spruce is compatible with both Smarthings Hub v1 and v2, which was released in September 2015. […]
Can I assign the same sensor to multiple zones?
Yes, you can assign a single sensor to multiple zones. In the Web App To use one sensor for multiple zones, they must be grouped into a “Zone Group”. All zones in the group need to have the same zone settings in order for the “Create Zone Group” option to […]
Power requirements for Spruce Controller
The Spruce Controller requires a 24 VAC input with 400 mA minimum current. Each Spruce Controller includes a 120 V transformer with a 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm barrel plug. Note that this is very different from a 24V DC power supply, which can be small and compact (an AC […]
Can the Spruce Controller be installed outdoors?
The Spruce Controller is not weatherproof or waterproof, but can be mounted outdoors with the use of an outdoor enclosure or timer box. Any outdoor timer box that accommodates the controller dimensions (plus a power supply) will work. Spruce Controller Gen 2 dimensions (controller only) : 6.3in x 6.3in x 1.38in Spruce […]
Are Spruce Sensors required?
The sensors are completely optional, and the Spruce Controller can operate without sensors – but we really recommend that you have at least a few to unlock the full potential of the system. If you don’t have a sensor assigned to a particular zone, the watering schedule for that zone will […]
[2016 Model] Spruce Sensor Battery
The Spruce Sensor uses a single CR123A battery and should last at least one year. A battery is included with each Spruce Sensor. Battery status can be found in the SmartThings App in one of two ways: From My Home –> Things: Tap on the sensor of interest. From My […]