Simplify Your Lawn Care with Orbit B-Hyve and HOOBS

Managing irrigation systems has never been easier, thanks to the Orbit B-Hyve Irrigation System plugin for HOOBS. Whether you’re maintaining a lush lawn, a thriving garden, or simply trying to save on water bills, this plugin brings your irrigation system to Apple Home, giving you precise control and scheduling options. Here’s everything you need to know about integrating Orbit B-Hyve with HOOBS to simplify your lawn care routine.

About the Orbit B-Hyve Plugin

The Orbit B-Hyve plugin is designed to make your irrigation system smarter by connecting it to your Apple Home ecosystem through HOOBS. With this integration, you can monitor and control your irrigation zones effortlessly, automate schedules, and even manage multiple properties.

Key Features of the Plugin

1. Flexible Zone Control

The plugin offers three different ways to display and manage your irrigation zones in Apple Home:

• Linked Zones (Default Configuration): Zones are linked under a single tile, providing an easy way to manage the entire irrigation system at once.

• Single Tile for Separate Zones: All zones appear as a single accessory in Apple Home, but you can individually control each zone from within that tile.

• Separate Tiles for Each Zone: Each irrigation zone is displayed as its own tile, giving you maximum flexibility and granular control.

Each option has its own advantages, allowing you to tailor the setup to your preferences.

2. Standby and Program Schedules

• You can add switches to enable a Standby/Off Mode for the entire system.

• A Run All option allows you to activate all zones at once, making it convenient for quick irrigation sessions.

• If you use the B-Hyve Program Schedules, these will appear in Apple Home, giving you full visibility and control over pre-set watering schedules.

3. Multi-Home Support

• For users with multiple properties linked to their B-Hyve account, the plugin offers the ability to filter devices by street address, ensuring only the relevant irrigation zones appear in Apple Home for each location.

How to Use the Orbit B-Hyve Plugin with HOOBS

Getting started with the plugin is a breeze. Here’s a quick overview:

2. Configure Your Zones

• Decide how you want your irrigation zones to appear in Apple Home: linked, as a single tile, or as separate tiles.

• Customize settings like Standby Mode switches and access to B-Hyve Program Schedules.

 3. Filter Properties (Optional)

• If you manage multiple properties, use the street address filter to display only the relevant irrigation zones for each location in Apple Home.

4. Control and Automate

• Once configured, access and control your irrigation system directly through the Apple Home app.

• Use automations to create custom watering schedules or integrate your irrigation system into scenes with other smart home devices.

Why Integrate Orbit B-Hyve with HOOBS?

1. Convenience

Controlling your irrigation system through Apple Home simplifies lawn care, letting you manage everything from your smartphone or tablet.

2. Flexibility

The plugin’s customizable zone display options give you the power to decide how detailed or simplified your setup should be.

3. Water Efficiency

Automate watering schedules to avoid overwatering and save on water bills, while ensuring your garden stays healthy.

4. Multi-Property Management

Managing irrigation across multiple homes becomes effortless with the location filter feature.

Final Thoughts

The Orbit B-Hyve plugin for HOOBS transforms your irrigation system into a smart, efficient, and user-friendly tool. With customizable options for zone control, program scheduling, and multi-property management, it’s never been easier to maintain a vibrant garden or lush lawn.

Ready to simplify your lawn care routine? Install the Orbit B-Hyve plugin on HOOBS today and take full control of your irrigation system with Apple Home! 😊