The alarm will broadcast a WiFi Server upon powering up. You use a cell phone or tablet or computer to connect and enter the credentials. The credentials only have to be entered once and they are stored in the alarm. If your wifi credentials change it will rebroadcast the server. The Mallard Alarm Comes with Step By Step Instructions.
Send an email as follows:
Verizon = @vtext.com
AT&T = @txt.att.net
T-Mobile= @tmomail.net
Consumer Cellular = @txt.att.net --or-- @tmomail.net
Sprint= @messaging.sprintpcs.com
Boost Mobile= @sms.myboostmobile.com
Cricket= @sms.mycricket.com
MetroPCS = @mymetropcs.com
US Cellular= @email.usÂcc.net
Virgin Mobile= @vmobl.com
You may need to edit your profile to select the proper carrier if it was incorrect when you signed up. If your carrier
is not listed contact us and we will add it to the list.
You can also just unplug the alarm and you will get text messages.
Green is Power, Yellow lights up when you are connected to WiFi, and Red indicates a high water alarm. Note: Yellow does not mean your internet is working, it means your alarm is connected to your local area network (LAN). Your internet connection is part of a wide area network (WAN).
If your home is equipped with a sump pump it is usually located in one corner of your basement.
The 3D-Printed MallardAlarm form fits and mounts to the standard 1-1/2" NPT outlet pipe of your sump pump with included zip ties. Zip tie the alarm and the float to the pipe, plug in the included AC/DC power adapter (GFI outlet recommended, consult your local electrical code) and you are done. The float cable is 3 feet long so the unit can be mounted at least 2 feet above the sump basin. We are open to other mounting designs as the mount can be removed and is a separate part than the enclosure. We will make it for you and send it to you if it is clear that others can benefit from the design. Surely we could provide a wall mount if requested but most people do not have the tools to set anchors in cement or cement block. In addition, if you need a longer float cable you may request that as well.
Note: The unit will not be able to connect to the server and will reboot periodically until you sign up for the text messaging service. If you sign up for the text messaging service before you install the alarm you will get 3 text messages until the alarm is installed.
The alarm draws about 98mA (milliamps) in normal operating mode, and 185mA if the horn/siren sounds. It is powered by a 9v AC/DC power adapter.
Yes, and the range is very good. No problem connecting from basement to second floor router on opposite corners of the house. Range can be extended with a WiFi repeater.
Yes. Just flip the float (The text message will you receive will still say High water)
Yes the firmware is designed to reconnect after a power failure or internet outage.
It is our little secret, but the MallardAlarm hardware is only one component of the alarm system. This is why it is called an IoT device.
Very Loud. About as loud as a security system's alarm. About 120db.
When the power or internet is down, or a high water condition exists, it will send messages three times in about a fifteen minute period of time, then it stops. It will also stop sending messages when the alarm condition is corrected.
It is a visual representation of the alarm status of the system. You will also be able to confirm for yourself that the alarm system is working, and when alarm conditions are corrected.
Yes. But you will have to be home to know that there is a high water condition. If you later change your mind you can upgrade the firmware to add the text notifications.
