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Hardware Controllers

RinsePay uses ESP32-based IoT controllers to connect your existing wash equipment to the platform.

Hardware Controllers

What Are Controllers?​

Controllers are small devices installed at each wash bay. They:

  • Connect to your existing wash equipment (relays, timers, coin boxes)
  • Communicate with the RinsePay platform over MQTT (secure IoT protocol)
  • Activate and deactivate wash equipment based on customer payments
  • Report status back to your dashboard in real-time

Purchasing Controllers​

Shop for Controllers

  1. Navigate to Hardware in the owner sidebar
  2. Tap Shop
  3. Browse available controller models
  4. Add to cart and checkout
  5. Controllers are shipped to your location

Installation​

Installation Guide

Each controller comes with an installation guide:

  1. Go to Hardware > Installation Guide
  2. Follow the step-by-step instructions for your wash equipment type
  3. Connect the controller to your Wi-Fi network
  4. The controller registers itself with the RinsePay platform automatically

Monitoring Controllers​

Controllers show online/offline status with green/red indicators:

Controller Status

From the Hardware screen:

  • View all your controllers and their status (online/offline)
  • See firmware version and last communication time
  • Monitor MQTT connection health
  • View controller details including assigned bay and location

Troubleshooting​

  • Controller offline — Check Wi-Fi connection and power supply
  • Wash not activating — Verify relay wiring and controller assignment to the correct bay
  • Firmware update available — Updates are pushed over-the-air automatically

Order History​

View past hardware orders in Hardware > Orders, including tracking and delivery status.