Soil Moisture Sensor

Soil Moisture Sensor (HKBM8012H)

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This is a soil moisture sensor that detects the moisture level in soil, the reading is high when the soil is dry.

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Precautions

If the sensor is not in use for a long time, please store in a dry container to prevent oxidation due to moisture.
A warning line is printed on the module, do not insert the sensor deeper than this line as this may cause damage to the circuitry.

Connecting the module

Connect the Environment Module to Armourbit with a 4Pin cable first, then connect the sensor to the module with a 3Pin cable.

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MakeCode Coding Tutorial

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Powerbrick Extension: https://github.com/KittenBot/pxt-powerbrick

Loading Extensions 

Environment Module Blocks:

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Detecting soil moisture

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Sample Code Link

Makecode Tutorial Video

Extension Version and Updates

There may be updates to extensions periodically, please refer to the following link to update/downgrade your extension.

Makecode Extension Update

KittenBlock Coding Tutorial

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Load Powerbrick Extension

Select Powerbrick from the hardware column.

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Environment Module Blocks

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Detecting Soil Moisture

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Sample Code Download

FAQ

1：Why is there no reaction when I click the blocks?

Make sure you have connected the Micro:bit correctly and flash the firmware again.