The D-Link Wi-Fi DCH-S160 water sensor comes in a compact package with three main components: the main unit, the RJ-11 cable and the 50cm sensor cable. You can use a longer RJ-11 or power extension cord if you don't have any power outlet near where you want to check for water.
Setting up the unit was a breeze - it was truly as easy as 1-2-3. Anybody can install it by simply following the prompts.
First you would want to download the mydlink Home apps.
Plug in the device per instruction.
Upon plugged in, the device will blink red light for a few seconds.
Wait for the LED to blink orange.
My Wi-Fi router automatically detected the water sensor device so I didn't really need to do anything for this step.
Press the WPS button on the sensor and when it turned solid green then you can hit Next to search the device.
Give your water sensor a nickname and you are all set!
I tested it by placing the sensor cable under tap water.
Upon contact with water, the device sounded an alarm (loud enough that I could hear it anywhere in the house). The alarm however didn't stay on - perhaps it's because I only dabbed the tip of the sensor cable with water, and it was for a very short period of time. Had it been a larger amount of water or the cable been submerged, the alarm probably would stay on. You also have the option to have it send a notification straight to your phone when you are not home.
In summary, I like this new D-Link Wi-Fi Water Sensor. It's practical, very easy to install, and gives you peace of mind.
Check out this video for a step-by-step installation guide. For more information about this sensor, please go to this link.
Disclosure: The unit was provided by D-Link, but all the opinions are my own.
