GHL Mitras Club - Page 3

AQD_ottawa · 10/07/2012, 03:54 PM

Thanks for this, it is important information. One unit seems to go well then for a mixed reef or LPS dominent tank, and two for the full on SPS keeper, which makes sense.

BigAl2007 · 10/08/2012, 06:19 AM

Excellent information Rodney! That's very generous of you to take the time to measure and report back in such detail.

KUDOS to you

AQD_ottawa · 10/12/2012, 01:11 PM

Here is what Jake Adams from RB had to say in his review. You can also see the strip down photos on RB

As posted by reef-Builders.

the write up by Jake Adams

The GHL Mitras LED light is the first aquarium light fixture from the experienced designers and manufacturers of aquarium electronics, most notably the GHL Profilux controller. We had to go all the way to Germany to get our first look at the Mitras LED in person, way back in May when the GHL LED aquarium light was still in middle stages of development. The promise that we saw in the GHL Mitras LED six months ago has been fully realized in the final production version of the Mitras with a set of hardware features which is nearly unrivaled in the aquarium hobby and bordering on over the top. Priced at $1200 the Mitras LED is not going to be many hobbyist’s first foray into LED aquarium lighting. However, experienced LED users and owners of large tanks who are ready to take big steps towards LED lighting will find the Mitras LED very worthy of their consideration.

The first thing that struck us about the final production Mitras LX 6100 LED is its very finely crafted metal housing. Compared to the plastic-y shells of some aquarium LED lights the steel and aluminum chassis of the Mitras feels distinctly high class. The fit and finish of the anodizing work and paint job of the Mitras feels very solid and more so than most lights this is a fixture which will make you want to touch it, which is good because the onboard touchscreen controller is the first mode of entry for programming the Mitras LED light. Some other fine touches to the exterior of the Mitras include a hidden USB access port on the underside of the fixture and a sweet transparent power cable which ensures that you’ll never mistake it for another one of your aquarium devices.

The onboard controller of the GHL Mitras LED is no doubt part of what adds to the overall cost of this top-tier LED light but it also ensures that no other accessories of computer is needed in order to get some programming of the light. With onboard 2.4GHz wireless the built in controller of one Mitras can become the master unit for a suite of other Mitras lights set to slave mode. When using the Mitras controller we found the splashproof touch-sensitive buttons to be extremely responsive and the nested menu options were fairly intuitive, there was no need to crack open any directions to quickly adjust different color channels. As good as the Mitras controller is, you’ll want to access it via USB using the GHL Light Composer to really make the most of what the Mitras can do. Even with an easy interface, the navigation of the small screen on each Mitras can take a little while, especially if you want to set multiple time-intensity points for nine different channels, those button presses add up. We have not yet played with the GHL Light Composer for the Mitras but we’ll be sure to do so very soon.

Cracking open the Mitras LED was also an absolute pleasure (not literally cracking it, but carefully opening the housing of course). Compared to the first view we had of the Mitras LED at InterZoo the final Mitras LED boards, fans and electronics seem much more thoughtfully laid out. Whereas the Mitras initially had its four fans drawing from the bottom and fanning this moist salty air directly over the electronics, the Mitras now funnels its air cooling from the top and out the sides – a much safer and more durable orientation for air flow for sure. Also, previously we saw what appeared to be an afterthought for UV LEDs clumsily added to the middle of the body as if to fill in a void. The new placement of the Hyper Violet HV LEDs is right there next to the cluster of other LED colors which makes much more sense from a color-mixing point of view and for having one set of reflector or lens clusters to swap out.

We’ll be having a whole lot more to say about GHL’s first foray into LED aquarium lighting with the Mitras LED. Be sure to check our previous coverage of the Mitras LX 6100 over the better part of this year and stay tuned for some unexpected observations about what the Mitras LED looks like next to some other aquarium LED heavy hitters and perched three feet over corals on a massive reef aquarium display.

humaguy · 10/12/2012, 08:39 PM

What an outstanding write-up...I can't wait to get my 5 units this Thursday...

signal_4 · 10/13/2012, 08:40 PM

5 UNITS ?????? !!!!!!!!!! What bank did you ROB ?????? lol

Patrick Cox · 10/15/2012, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

wow stunning system!

Yes there has been a delay due to the vast amount of orders received to Germany, I personally am working hard to get everyones orders to them as fast as possible here in North America.

Hi,
Are there any online direct retailers? Also, will one unit adequately cover a 36Lx24wx20h mixed reef?

Thanks!

AQD_ottawa · 10/15/2012, 01:58 PM

Hi

Yep please drop us an email at sales@aqua-digital.com I dont want this thread to become a sale pitch.

In regards to spread width and depth is no issue, the length is stated as 32" on the bottom, but if you look at this it will give you a better idea if you feel one will suite your needs

10cm = 4"

Take into account also the lamp is mounted front to back so the spread will be less. If you mount it lengthways as you would with your tank it will obviously be more

Btompkin · 10/21/2012, 12:12 PM

Any else get their unit (s) yet and have any insights?

Mine wont arrive until tues.

M007 · 10/21/2012, 05:08 PM

Nuked my credit card last week, can't wait. Total envy on you guys who ordered early. Look forward to some more units hanging over tanks

rodneyri · 10/21/2012, 06:03 PM

yeah come on guys its getting lonely in here im sure others now have these on their tanks!

humaguy · 10/21/2012, 06:28 PM

gettin there....

rodneyri · 10/22/2012, 01:55 AM

Glued this piece down about the same time I installed the Mitras, it was brown...and didnt have those lil growth bumps

BigAl2007 · 10/22/2012, 08:06 AM

Great picture Rodney! That says a LOT for the Mitras in a very short period of time!

Haxer · 10/23/2012, 06:31 PM

Thanks to Allen from ReefBytes, UPS left me a package while I was at work..
All of the other Mitras on this thread have been silver...Mitras in black anyone...

From Drop Box

humaguy · 10/23/2012, 06:35 PM

look great!

ReefRockerLive · 10/23/2012, 09:03 PM

I'll be getting my Mitras tomorrow, I'm excited! If time permits, I will hang it up the same day and post pictures! The black unit is so sleek, I'm glad that's the color I went with.

Rotknee · 10/23/2012, 10:50 PM

Got mine today thanks to Allen (ReefBytes). Software installed on an old windows XP machine...smooth as butter. I'm currently using the default settings as I think the program has potential.

The lights were actually smaller than I thought they would be. They are also super bright. The construction is as good as you would expect from a GHL product. Overall I am impressed with the construction and operation of the unit.

The next challenge is going to be finding a mounting solution. I don't think I want to mount all three units to ceiling. The power cord placement represents a small challenge to my original plan but I am sure I will come up with reasonable alternative.

Mathias the Mitras was worth the wait.

Chris Lakies · 10/24/2012, 05:28 AM

The mitras do look BA!

Btompkin · 10/24/2012, 09:11 PM

Got mine monday and am working on ceiling mount, had to spend some time at lowes getting a nice ceiling cover

I have a black unit as well and love it!

ReefRockerLive · 10/24/2012, 09:51 PM

Well the Mitras arrived and is officially setup. A big thank you goes out to Allen at ReefBytes!

My initial impressions are very good. The fixture is super bright and much brighter than my previous LED Maxspect G2. I'm really liking the sleek profile and easy to use GHL Control Center. I was up and running in an hour.

Here are some pictures:

Before Mitras LED

With Mitras LED

*Now I just have to get rid of my old LED fixture

Rotknee · 10/24/2012, 10:19 PM

@Btompkin Please share your mounting solution with us. Here is my temporary "Ghetto" mount.

I may visit my acrylic guy who does incredible custom work. Still thinking through options and possible solutions.

@ReefRocker Nice tank and pics!

Patrick Cox · 10/25/2012, 06:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ReefRockerLive

Well the Mitras arrived and is officially setup. A big thank you goes out to Allen at ReefBytes!

My initial impressions are very good. The fixture is super bright and much brighter than my previous LED Maxspect G2. I'm really liking the sleek profile and easy to use GHL Control Center. I was up and running in an hour.

Here are some pictures:

Before Mitras LED

With Mitras LED

*Now I just have to get rid of my old LED fixture

Is that your 67g rimless? (36" length)

AQD_ottawa · 10/25/2012, 06:19 AM

Wow, does show what i hoped 36" coverage WOW!

ReefRockerLive · 10/25/2012, 06:32 AM

Yep, that's my tank, 36"! I don't see any shadows anywhere in the tank, everything is nicely lit. I now see the back corners of my tank.

sahin · 10/25/2012, 07:07 AM

Let's have some sps coral shots please. I was going to buy the Maxspect Razor, but even Though this is more than twice the price this unit looks very nice; I know GHL quality as I own the GHL Profilux.

10/07/2012, 03:54 PM	#51
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	Thanks for this, it is important information. One unit seems to go well then for a mixed reef or LPS dominent tank, and two for the full on SPS keeper, which makes sense. __________________ Michael Hall Tank Build and product reviews coming soon. 60x30x24 Ecotech powered, OLD Profilux 3 but looking to upgrade when market settles, Seneye Monitored, Bubble Magus DC Skimmed. Current Tank Info: Floating about on the water enjoying semi retirement!!

10/12/2012, 01:11 PM	#53
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	Here is what Jake Adams from RB had to say in his review. You can also see the strip down photos on RB As posted by reef-Builders. the write up by Jake Adams The GHL Mitras LED light is the first aquarium light fixture from the experienced designers and manufacturers of aquarium electronics, most notably the GHL Profilux controller. We had to go all the way to Germany to get our first look at the Mitras LED in person, way back in May when the GHL LED aquarium light was still in middle stages of development. The promise that we saw in the GHL Mitras LED six months ago has been fully realized in the final production version of the Mitras with a set of hardware features which is nearly unrivaled in the aquarium hobby and bordering on over the top. Priced at $1200 the Mitras LED is not going to be many hobbyist’s first foray into LED aquarium lighting. However, experienced LED users and owners of large tanks who are ready to take big steps towards LED lighting will find the Mitras LED very worthy of their consideration. The first thing that struck us about the final production Mitras LX 6100 LED is its very finely crafted metal housing. Compared to the plastic-y shells of some aquarium LED lights the steel and aluminum chassis of the Mitras feels distinctly high class. The fit and finish of the anodizing work and paint job of the Mitras feels very solid and more so than most lights this is a fixture which will make you want to touch it, which is good because the onboard touchscreen controller is the first mode of entry for programming the Mitras LED light. Some other fine touches to the exterior of the Mitras include a hidden USB access port on the underside of the fixture and a sweet transparent power cable which ensures that you’ll never mistake it for another one of your aquarium devices. The onboard controller of the GHL Mitras LED is no doubt part of what adds to the overall cost of this top-tier LED light but it also ensures that no other accessories of computer is needed in order to get some programming of the light. With onboard 2.4GHz wireless the built in controller of one Mitras can become the master unit for a suite of other Mitras lights set to slave mode. When using the Mitras controller we found the splashproof touch-sensitive buttons to be extremely responsive and the nested menu options were fairly intuitive, there was no need to crack open any directions to quickly adjust different color channels. As good as the Mitras controller is, you’ll want to access it via USB using the GHL Light Composer to really make the most of what the Mitras can do. Even with an easy interface, the navigation of the small screen on each Mitras can take a little while, especially if you want to set multiple time-intensity points for nine different channels, those button presses add up. We have not yet played with the GHL Light Composer for the Mitras but we’ll be sure to do so very soon. Cracking open the Mitras LED was also an absolute pleasure (not literally cracking it, but carefully opening the housing of course). Compared to the first view we had of the Mitras LED at InterZoo the final Mitras LED boards, fans and electronics seem much more thoughtfully laid out. Whereas the Mitras initially had its four fans drawing from the bottom and fanning this moist salty air directly over the electronics, the Mitras now funnels its air cooling from the top and out the sides – a much safer and more durable orientation for air flow for sure. Also, previously we saw what appeared to be an afterthought for UV LEDs clumsily added to the middle of the body as if to fill in a void. The new placement of the Hyper Violet HV LEDs is right there next to the cluster of other LED colors which makes much more sense from a color-mixing point of view and for having one set of reflector or lens clusters to swap out. We’ll be having a whole lot more to say about GHL’s first foray into LED aquarium lighting with the Mitras LED. Be sure to check our previous coverage of the Mitras LX 6100 over the better part of this year and stay tuned for some unexpected observations about what the Mitras LED looks like next to some other aquarium LED heavy hitters and perched three feet over corals on a massive reef aquarium display. __________________ Michael Hall Tank Build and product reviews coming soon. 60x30x24 Ecotech powered, OLD Profilux 3 but looking to upgrade when market settles, Seneye Monitored, Bubble Magus DC Skimmed. Current Tank Info: Floating about on the water enjoying semi retirement!!

10/15/2012, 01:58 PM	#57
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	Hi Yep please drop us an email at sales@aqua-digital.com I dont want this thread to become a sale pitch. In regards to spread width and depth is no issue, the length is stated as 32" on the bottom, but if you look at this it will give you a better idea if you feel one will suite your needs 10cm = 4" Take into account also the lamp is mounted front to back so the spread will be less. If you mount it lengthways as you would with your tank it will obviously be more __________________ Michael Hall Tank Build and product reviews coming soon. 60x30x24 Ecotech powered, OLD Profilux 3 but looking to upgrade when market settles, Seneye Monitored, Bubble Magus DC Skimmed. Current Tank Info: Floating about on the water enjoying semi retirement!!

10/21/2012, 05:08 PM	#59
M007 Acro Whore Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,631	Nuked my credit card last week, can't wait. Total envy on you guys who ordered early. Look forward to some more units hanging over tanks __________________ Mixed reef emphasis on SPS. Tangs, Triggers, Bartlets, CBB, Goldflake Angel, and a Pigmy or two. Current Tank Info: 250G SPS Mixed Reef. ATLAS 84x28x24. SuperMarin 250. Cebu Sun 3 x 250WMH Radiums 4 x 80W T5. Profilux 3 w/GHL dosing CA-ALK-MG. Moved by Tunze and Vertex. Reef Octopus 5K return.

10/21/2012, 06:03 PM	#60
rodneyri Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 822	yeah come on guys its getting lonely in here im sure others now have these on their tanks! __________________ Too poor starphire - 7ft Reef - Profilux 3 - GHL Doser 2 - Bubble King - RD3 Speedy - Vortech QD40 - Radion G4 Pro -P̵a̵c̵ ̵S̵u̵n̵ ̵

10/08/2012, 06:19 AM	#52
BigAl2007 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Waynesville, NC USA Posts: 1,737	Excellent information Rodney! That's very generous of you to take the time to measure and report back in such detail. KUDOS to you

10/12/2012, 08:39 PM	#54
humaguy Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Western Ct, NYC Posts: 8,218	What an outstanding write-up...I can't wait to get my 5 units this Thursday...

10/13/2012, 08:40 PM	#55
signal_4 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: corpus christi Posts: 205	5 UNITS ?????? !!!!!!!!!! What bank did you ROB ?????? lol

10/21/2012, 12:12 PM	#58
Btompkin Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 66	Any else get their unit (s) yet and have any insights? Mine wont arrive until tues.

10/21/2012, 06:28 PM	#61
humaguy Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Western Ct, NYC Posts: 8,218	gettin there....

10/22/2012, 01:55 AM	#62
rodneyri Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 822	Glued this piece down about the same time I installed the Mitras, it was brown...and didnt have those lil growth bumps __________________ Too poor starphire - 7ft Reef - Profilux 3 - GHL Doser 2 - Bubble King - RD3 Speedy - Vortech QD40 - Radion G4 Pro -P̵a̵c̵ ̵S̵u̵n̵ ̵

10/22/2012, 08:06 AM	#63
BigAl2007 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Waynesville, NC USA Posts: 1,737	Great picture Rodney! That says a LOT for the Mitras in a very short period of time!

10/23/2012, 06:35 PM	#65
humaguy Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Western Ct, NYC Posts: 8,218	look great!

10/23/2012, 09:03 PM	#66
ReefRockerLive GHL Mitras LX7 Club Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT Posts: 2,454 Blog Entries: 1	I'll be getting my Mitras tomorrow, I'm excited! If time permits, I will hang it up the same day and post pictures! The black unit is so sleek, I'm glad that's the color I went with. __________________ -ReefRockerLive Current Tank Info: Rimless 67g \| GHL Profilux 3.1T eX \| 2x GHL Doser 2 dosers \| 2xGHL Mitras LX7 LED \| Abyzz a100 \| Bubble King DC 150 \| 2x Vortech MP40w QD \| Fauna Marin Zeomatic 2.2ltr \| Fauna Marin Zeolight System \| Fauna Marin Balling Light Method

10/23/2012, 10:50 PM	#67
Rotknee Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 592 Blog Entries: 9	Got mine today thanks to Allen (ReefBytes). Software installed on an old windows XP machine...smooth as butter. I'm currently using the default settings as I think the program has potential. The lights were actually smaller than I thought they would be. They are also super bright. The construction is as good as you would expect from a GHL product. Overall I am impressed with the construction and operation of the unit. The next challenge is going to be finding a mounting solution. I don't think I want to mount all three units to ceiling. The power cord placement represents a small challenge to my original plan but I am sure I will come up with reasonable alternative. Mathias the Mitras was worth the wait. __________________ \| Lee-Mar 62x26x24 Eurobraced Starphire \| Profilux P3.1N eX \| GHL Mitras x 3\| BK SM200 + RD3 \| Vortech MP40 x 4 \| Reef Dynamics BP Reactor \| ATB Flowstar 1800 \|

10/24/2012, 05:28 AM	#68
Chris Lakies Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Blanc Michigan Posts: 1,446	The mitras do look BA! __________________ CL Current Tank Info: 50 breeder, 2 x XR15w pro (G4), 1 x MP40wQD, Apex JR, Ehiem-Jager 200 watt heater, Jabao DC6000 return, Reef Octo 150 elite SSS skimmer

10/24/2012, 09:11 PM	#69
Btompkin Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 66	Got mine monday and am working on ceiling mount, had to spend some time at lowes getting a nice ceiling cover I have a black unit as well and love it!

10/24/2012, 09:51 PM	#70
ReefRockerLive GHL Mitras LX7 Club Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT Posts: 2,454 Blog Entries: 1	Well the Mitras arrived and is officially setup. A big thank you goes out to Allen at ReefBytes! My initial impressions are very good. The fixture is super bright and much brighter than my previous LED Maxspect G2. I'm really liking the sleek profile and easy to use GHL Control Center. I was up and running in an hour. Here are some pictures: Before Mitras LED With Mitras LED *Now I just have to get rid of my old LED fixture __________________ -ReefRockerLive Current Tank Info: Rimless 67g \| GHL Profilux 3.1T eX \| 2x GHL Doser 2 dosers \| 2xGHL Mitras LX7 LED \| Abyzz a100 \| Bubble King DC 150 \| 2x Vortech MP40w QD \| Fauna Marin Zeomatic 2.2ltr \| Fauna Marin Zeolight System \| Fauna Marin Balling Light Method

10/24/2012, 10:19 PM	#71
Rotknee Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 592 Blog Entries: 9	@Btompkin Please share your mounting solution with us. Here is my temporary "Ghetto" mount. I may visit my acrylic guy who does incredible custom work. Still thinking through options and possible solutions. @ReefRocker Nice tank and pics! __________________ \| Lee-Mar 62x26x24 Eurobraced Starphire \| Profilux P3.1N eX \| GHL Mitras x 3\| BK SM200 + RD3 \| Vortech MP40 x 4 \| Reef Dynamics BP Reactor \| ATB Flowstar 1800 \|

10/25/2012, 06:19 AM	#73
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	Wow, does show what i hoped 36" coverage WOW! __________________ Michael Hall Tank Build and product reviews coming soon. 60x30x24 Ecotech powered, OLD Profilux 3 but looking to upgrade when market settles, Seneye Monitored, Bubble Magus DC Skimmed. Current Tank Info: Floating about on the water enjoying semi retirement!!

10/25/2012, 06:32 AM	#74
ReefRockerLive GHL Mitras LX7 Club Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT Posts: 2,454 Blog Entries: 1	Yep, that's my tank, 36"! I don't see any shadows anywhere in the tank, everything is nicely lit. I now see the back corners of my tank. __________________ -ReefRockerLive Current Tank Info: Rimless 67g \| GHL Profilux 3.1T eX \| 2x GHL Doser 2 dosers \| 2xGHL Mitras LX7 LED \| Abyzz a100 \| Bubble King DC 150 \| 2x Vortech MP40w QD \| Fauna Marin Zeomatic 2.2ltr \| Fauna Marin Zeolight System \| Fauna Marin Balling Light Method

10/25/2012, 07:07 AM	#75
sahin Ultimate Reefer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: London, UK Posts: 8,540	Let's have some sps coral shots please. I was going to buy the Maxspect Razor, but even Though this is more than twice the price this unit looks very nice; I know GHL quality as I own the GHL Profilux.