A passive observer — DCM-1 connects in line, the system's H-5 humidistat plugs into the DCM-1 and the LED panel plugs into the other side, leaving the rest of your Piano Life Saver system untouched.
The DCM-1 stays quiet until your Piano Life Saver System needs something, then sends the alert to your phone. The hardware and an active PianoCloud Monitor subscription work together: the device reports your system's condition to the cloud, the subscription delivers the alerts. Both are required for the DCM-1 to function.
Features
Power / Water / Pads Monitoring
Reads all three humidity-control LED status indicators safely and non-invasively. Knows the exact state of your system at all times.
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Repaired or replaced for as long as your annual subscription stays active. One-year parts warranty standard. Warranty terms.
Push Notifications
Instant alerts to your phone when any indicator changes. Know immediately if power is lost, water is needed, or pads need attention.
Email Alerts
Configurable email notifications for fault conditions, so you never miss an important status change even if you're away from your phone.
Battery Monitoring
Track battery levels in the app. Get notified when it's time to replace your 3 AA batteries.
Device Offline Detection
If your DCM-1 stops reporting, you'll know. The app shows online/offline status and alerts you if the device goes silent.
Technician Connection
Add your piano technician and they receive a free daily alert email whenever a fault goes uncorrected overnight. Your technician hears about problems between service visits without you lifting a finger.
Over-the-Air Updates
Firmware updates delivered wirelessly. New features and improvements arrive automatically — no technician visit required.
Non-Invasive by Design
DCM-1 is a passive observer — it connects in line, the system's H-5 humidistat plugs into the DCM-1 and the LED panel plugs into the other side, leaving the rest of your Piano Life Saver system untouched. Installation is completely reversible.
Works with your existing system
If your piano has a Dampp-Chaser Piano Life Saver System with the three-LED indicator panel (Power, Water, Pads), DCM-1 is compatible.
DCM-1 monitors the POWER (green), WATER (yellow), and PADS (red) LED indicators on the Piano Life Saver System's indicator panel. The device connects in line between the LED panel and the H-5 humidistat — no drilling, no tools beyond what your technician already carries.
Compact, battery-powered design. Installs discreetly alongside your Piano Life Saver system.
Repaired or replaced for as long as your annual subscription is active. One-year parts warranty standard. Warranty terms.
Cloud monitoring subscription required
The DCM-1 stays quiet until your Piano Life Saver System needs something, then alerts your phone, wherever you are. An active PianoCloud Monitor subscription runs the cloud service that makes this possible. Without a subscription, the DCM-1 stays dormant.
