Connect & Automate Almost Any Grow Room Device with Dry Contact Control
The TrolMaster DSD-1 Dry Contact Station gives growers the flexibility to integrate and automate equipment that operates using normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) dry contact signals. Compatible with the Hydro-X and Aqua-X control systems, the DSD-1 makes it possible to automate a huge range of third-party equipment—including lighting contactors, irrigation pumps, blackout curtains, HVAC systems and CO₂ devices—creating a smarter, more efficient growing environment.
Unlike standard power modules, the DSD-1 doesn't supply power directly to equipment. Instead, it acts as a relay trigger, making it ideal for commercial growers who need to integrate existing control systems into their TrolMaster setup. With plug-and-play installation, an integrated LCD display and manual override, the DSD-1 provides reliable automation while helping maintain stable environmental conditions for healthier crops and improved yields.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TrolMaster DSD-1 used for?
The DSD-1 is a Dry Contact Station that allows Hydro-X or Aqua-X controllers to activate compatible equipment using a relay or dry contact signal rather than switching mains power directly.
What types of equipment can the DSD-1 control?
The DSD-1 can control a wide range of compatible equipment, including:
Lighting contactors
Irrigation pump contactors
Blackout curtain systems
Temperature control devices
Humidity control devices
CO₂ equipment
Other relay-controlled devices
What's the difference between the DSD-1 and the DSV-1?
The DSD-1 provides a dry contact relay output for equipment requiring relay activation, while the DSV-1 provides selectable 12V/24V AC/DC low-voltage outputs for compatible low-voltage devices.
Which TrolMaster systems is the DSD-1 compatible with?
The DSD-1 is compatible with both the Hydro-X and Aqua-X control systems, allowing growers to automate a wide variety of third-party equipment.
Can I manually operate the DSD-1?
Yes. The DSD-1 includes a manual override button that allows you to switch the connected relay output on or off whenever required for testing or maintenance.
Why would growers use a Dry Contact Station?
Many commercial devices require a relay or dry contact signal rather than a switched mains supply. The DSD-1 allows these devices to become part of a fully automated environmental control system.
Is the DSD-1 easy to install?
Yes. The DSD-1 features plug-and-play RJ12 connectivity, an LCD display and includes a 16 ft RJ12 cable, 4 ft RJ12 cable and RJ12 T-splitter for straightforward installation.
Who is the DSD-1 designed for?
The DSD-1 is ideal for commercial growers, greenhouse operators and advanced indoor growers who need to integrate specialist environmental or irrigation equipment into a TrolMaster automation system.