{"id":140,"date":"2021-05-27T13:33:32","date_gmt":"2021-05-27T13:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hydropoint.com\/baseline\/?post_type=products&#038;p=140"},"modified":"2025-11-19T00:17:46","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T00:17:46","slug":"soil-moisture-sensor","status":"publish","type":"products","link":"https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/products\/soil-moisture-sensor\/","title":{"rendered":"Soil Moisture Sensor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:57%\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-soil-moisture-sensorstm\">Soil Moisture Sensors<sup>TM<\/sup><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading h4\" id=\"h-better-landscape-less-water-more-savings-with-baseline-s-soil-moisture-sensors\">Better Landscape, Less Water, More Savings with Baseline&#8217;s Soil Moisture Sensors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using Baseline\u2019s biSensor\u2122 soil moisture sensors, you can create healthier landscapes and save time, money, and water in the process.&nbsp; Baseline\u2019s biSensor soil moisture sensors use patented technology to water better than any other technology on the market and biSensors save money because they reduce water usage\u2014up to 62 percent or more over traditional irrigation methods.&nbsp; They automatically self-adjust with the season, which means fewer trips to the field to adjust your irrigation controllers.&nbsp; Simply put, you\u2019ll love the results in your landscape and the savings of time, water, and money.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/Soil-Moisture-Sensors-Hero-1024x329.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4587\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/Soil-Moisture-Sensors-Hero-1024x329.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/Soil-Moisture-Sensors-Hero-300x96.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/Soil-Moisture-Sensors-Hero-768x247.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/Soil-Moisture-Sensors-Hero-1536x494.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/05\/Soil-Moisture-Sensors-Hero.jpg 1985w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-tabbed-content  alignwide\"><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"wp-block-tabbed-content-tab-holder\" aria-orientation=\"horizontal\"><input role=\"tab\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabbed-horizontal\" class=\"tab tab1\" id=\"tab1\" checked><label for=\"tab1\">Features<\/label><input role=\"tab\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabbed-horizontal\" class=\"tab tab2\" id=\"tab2\"><label for=\"tab2\">Specifications <\/label><input role=\"tab\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabbed-horizontal\" class=\"tab tab3\" id=\"tab3\"><label for=\"tab3\">Product Documentation<\/label><input role=\"tab\" type=\"radio\" name=\"tabbed-horizontal\" class=\"tab tab4\" id=\"tab4\"><label for=\"tab4\">How to Specify<\/label><\/div>\n<div role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"\" class=\"tab__content \" tabindex=\"0\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-palette-brand-1-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-baseline-offers-two-different-bisensors-to-meet-your-watering-needs\">Baseline offers two different biSensors to meet your watering needs.<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"323\" height=\"158\" src=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/06\/Grass_and_Sensor1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/06\/Grass_and_Sensor1.jpg 323w, https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/06\/Grass_and_Sensor1-300x147.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 15-inch original biSensor is ideal for in-ground applications, and water feature monitoring. The 3-inch compact biSensor is ideal for greenroofs, greenwalls, and containers. The biSensors differ only in their dimensions; otherwise, they both have the same operating features and operating specifications.&nbsp;Either biSensor can be used in any application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Baseline\u2019s biSensors use patented technology called Time Domain Transmission (or TDT), to measure volumetric soil moisture and provide the most sensitive, repeatable, and accurate readings from the most durable device available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sensitivity<\/strong>.&nbsp; The biSensor is capable of measuring volumetric soil moisture changes of less than 0.1 percent.&nbsp; biSensors are a powerful tool for natural and engineered soils alike.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Repeatability<\/strong>.&nbsp; Always get the right reading, regardless of changes in soil salinity or other factors.&nbsp; biSensors give you unmatched confidence in your irrigation system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Accuracy<\/strong>.&nbsp; Soil moisture readings are within \u00b1 3 percent of the actual volumetric soil moisture content.&nbsp;&nbsp; biSensors allow for the best possible irrigation decisions from an irrigation controller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Durability<\/strong>.&nbsp; The biSensor has a rugged design that will stand up to the toughest conditions.&nbsp; biSensors will give you year after year of dependable service for your irrigation system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-thermostat-for-your-landscape\">A Thermostat for your Landscape<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Baseline\u2019s biSensors are as effective at irrigating your landscape as a thermostat is at keeping your home a comfortable temperature.&nbsp; biSensors measure soil moisture levels where it matters, in the root zone of the plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-it-works\">How it Works<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Baseline Soil Moisture Sensors work by sending a high frequency pulse of electricity down an embedded wire path.&nbsp; The high frequency of the pulse causes the sphere of influence to move outside the sensor blade and into the soil around it.&nbsp; When the pulse travels through moisture, it slows down.&nbsp; The sensor measures the speed, and then converts this measurement to a moisture content reading.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"313\" height=\"228\" src=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/06\/Sensor_HIW.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/06\/Sensor_HIW.jpg 313w, https:\/\/hydropoint.siteproofs.com\/baseline\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/06\/Sensor_HIW-300x219.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 313px) 100vw, 313px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-features\">Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul id=\"block-872959cd-44fe-4b18-a3e2-7332bab4dbb9\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accurately measures soil moisture using patented modified TDT technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-calibrates to all soil types and conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soil moisture readings are within \u00b13% of the actual volumetric soil moisture content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measurement ranges from 5% moisture to fully saturated soil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capable of measuring changes of less than 0.1%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measures soil temperature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moisture readings are consistent in salty conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensor is completely sealed \u2013 no electrical contact with soil eliminates any electrostatic degradation or Galvanic corrosion of the sensing element<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul id=\"block-872959cd-44fe-4b18-a3e2-7332bab4dbb9\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Power surge resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shock resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not affected by salts or fertilizers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides automatic and continuous measurements of soil moisture and soil temperature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has true two-way communication using a 9-byte packet for commands and replies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capable of self-identifying to the two-wire controller and will report pre-configured unique serial numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has one pre-assigned serial number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has standard error collision detections and will resend messages on the two-wire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"\" class=\"tab__content \" tabindex=\"0\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-baseline-s-soil-moisture-sensors\">Baseline&#8217;s Soil Moisture Sensors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-specifications\">Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sensor has no electrical contact with soil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freeze\/heat resistant -4<sup>o<\/sup>F to 140<sup>o<\/sup>F (-20<sup>o<\/sup>C to 60<sup>o<\/sup>C)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can only be connected to Baseline controllers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requires 3M\u2122 DBR\/Y-6 Direct Bury Splice Kit wire connectors on the two-wire side<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requires all connections to be installed according to manufacturer\u2019s instructions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensor element is constructed of a multi-layer fiberglass stick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comes with 50 feet of 18-gauge (UL) direct burial, dual conductor irrigation cable (voltage rating: 300V, temp rating: 167<sup>o<\/sup>F (75<sup>o<\/sup>C)) to connect to the two-wire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has a built-in temperature sensor used while calibrating the soil moisture readings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has a conditional five-year exchange warranty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensor logic module measures&nbsp;2\u201d x 3\u201d x 1\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BL-5311 Compact biSensor\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sensor blade measures&nbsp;3.2\u201d x 3.25\u201d x .075\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measured volume is 4.5 cubic inches, or 0.25\u201d on either side of the sensor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BL-5315B Original biSensor\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sensor blade measures&nbsp;14.95\u201d x 2.25\u201d x .075\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measured volume is 12.96 cubic inches, or 0.25\u201d on either side of the sensor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-installation-specifications\">Installation Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep the maximum wire run between soil moisture sensor and the controller the same as stated in the two-wire specifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect the soil moisture sensor to the two-wire per manufacturer\u2019s specifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install the soil moisture sensor in a location representative of the zones that the sensor is controlling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bury the soil moisture sensor in an area of average water distribution between two sprinkler heads and place it on the centerline between sprinklers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install the soil moisture sensor 2-3 inches below the surface of the soil or in the top 1\/3 of the root zone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bury the soil moisture sensor so there are no air pockets or rocks in contact with&nbsp;the sensor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mark the location of the soil moisture sensor so you can find it in the future and avoid damaging it when aerating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make all splices inside a valve box with a 3M\u2122 DBR\/Y-6 Direct Bury Splice Kit connectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refer to the following installation guides, which include additional instructions:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/ERVkhYLXMjZEom6lGJUY9TUBRipHrUpCXhF63Gbim-baaw?e=ygzoVS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5311 biSensor\u2122 Installation Guide for Baseline&#8217;s Compact Soil Moisture\/Temperature Sensor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EeR6ERcq_E9GvRNQk4IriukBBYDvPA9AMET0-5vbz26VsA?e=3ZuY3u\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B biSensor\u2122 Installation Guide for Baseline&#8217;s Original Soil Moisture\/Temperature Sensor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"\" class=\"tab__content \" tabindex=\"0\">\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-brochure\">Brochure<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EXTNrPgkD79Nu10gK5BHDWoBbsP0FYEGGgpE8RWuaTzNyg?e=fnmjit\">Maximizing Efficiency with Soil Moisture Sensor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/ERUcRTlV2GhKpf89dcyfXlUBfcdRaCCk02qTI_fBuXWPBA?e=CKFHWn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Complying with Water Regulations Brochure<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/Ea5GnPzPC-BLhzhjrPjI7VEB-HUFqcA_qFim3jdIUhd36g?e=NNgpzC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baseline&#8217;s Irrigation Solutions for Schools and Parks<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-technical-specifications\">Technical Specifications<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/ERF9zAqrmBNBq3067Z3vxv4BnNSzEPhaD2NaINV-JeCRrw?e=gw6DfJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">biSensor Technical Specification<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-installation-details\">Installation Details<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EXchNjDm5tVOrx_nl_xYUUUBwH7PcDoCVeJ_N0VnOpFw6Q?e=9nS2Av\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Soil Moisture Sensor Installation Details for Conventional Wire (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EXrjugETNwNJpnN4A4IxlVQBs8yHKQeFwyCK43xnu_dxxQ?e=sBi3ut&amp;download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Soil Moisture Sensor Installation Details for Conventional Wire (DWG)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EcvFY6p6i3JOnuo36ip5F94Bf8Cr68ZsGEL2ZH37mNmW6g?e=Ji34Td\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Soil Moisture Sensor Two-wire Installation Detail (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EQnBQs6ccMVEtaL6271fUTABchQC2SMXyIqToMc6bXlw6w?e=DhvN2W&amp;download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Soil Moisture Sensor Two-wire Installation Detail (DWG)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/ETOxnsgmQDhEtGj9MiAbeJoBJBTSNXrruVKi94TAf4Oj7Q?e=ugea2h\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Locating a Soil Moisture Sensor with Part Circle Rotors (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/ETk1898iTZJDsuT1pgLbukwBssZFtnJLblqAfBrz_rZ7wg?e=ySySBS&amp;download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Locating a Soil Moisture Sensor with Part Circle Rotors (DWG)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EXaIm5CftT5Ls7tGiEZeXbIBG3DScRMybzAObGKNrEmnnQ?e=UQ2N5I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Soil Moisture Sensor Installation Detail with Drip Irrigation (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/Ec4yfc_DXv1MrLxxFUvZtEcBAMHMawgfs-kvBibeBmA3Vw?e=wjSOYa&amp;download=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B Soil Moisture Sensor Installation Detail with Drip Irrigation (DWG)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-installation-guides\">Installation Guides<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/ERVkhYLXMjZEom6lGJUY9TUBRipHrUpCXhF63Gbim-baaw?e=ygzoVS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5311 biSensor Install Guide &#8211; Baseline&#8217;s Compact Soil Moisture Sensor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EVmaS8kzvqdOnIbcEo9shTABfzNhvlIfv0VnxQzGvRGtVQ?e=bJwYxX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5200R Powered biCoder Installation Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EeR6ERcq_E9GvRNQk4IriukBBYDvPA9AMET0-5vbz26VsA?e=3ZuY3u\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BL-5315B biSensor Install Guide &#8211; Baseline&#8217;s Original Soil Moisture Sensor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-general-specifications\"> General Specifications <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EUnKZv8Z0BtMjyuXOdq3FgcBj8RPYwqpGMT2miTLHVQOTw?e=3GDmhJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baseline&#8217;s Two-Wire General Specification<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/s\/HydroPointDocuments\/EfB5Sl1PE0FPiNJXIqlQpaUBzsq9SUFykmEQr7GCKMjRcw?e=cqNP5F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baseline&#8217;s Two-Wire General Specification (Non-Proprietary)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-advanced-programming\">Advanced Programming<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hydropoint.helpjuice.com\/en_US\/170052-troubleshooting\/947278-baseline-solutions-for-dealing-with-water-restrictions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baseline Solutions for Dealing with Water Restrictions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a 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Efficiency Credits in LEED v3\/2009<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"\" class=\"tab__content \" tabindex=\"0\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-specify\">How to Specify<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><thead><tr><td><strong>Part Number<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>BL-APPMGR<\/td><td>Access to the AppManager Framework<\/td><td>Free<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BL-BMW2-LIVE<\/td><td>Access to LiveView through BaseManager<\/td><td>Free<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BL-BMW2-PLUS<\/td><td>1 year of BaseManager Plus service for 1 controller, includes WeatherAccess and Mobile Access Advanced service. 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