Battery not included. This convenient model is designed for automatic irrigation of two garden areas. The large display allows easy programming, and the control panel can be detached for even more convenient setup. Each outlet can be programmed with up to three watering cycles per day. The watering duration can be set from 1 minute up to 3 hours and 59 minutes, and watering days can be freely selected. Each outlet can be connected to a GARDENA rain sensor or soil moisture sensor, with both outlets being sensor-controlled. Automatic night-time operation is also possible when using a soil moisture sensor. One 9 V alkaline battery can be used for approximately one year of operation (not included). Equipped with a battery level indicator.