GHL Mitras Club - Page 42

h0bite · 10/07/2013, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buller100

Just a quick top down shot on my 100 x 100 x 50 cm tank. Mitras set at 90% on high efficiency running 11800K

WoW! That a really nice tank! I like your aquascaping!
Congratz!
David

James@ACS · 10/08/2013, 01:52 AM

Sorry please forgive my stupid questions but does that mean I will need to buy a dongle type thing for the laptop to communicate with the lamp?

Quote:

Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

it will be in browser format which can be used by any operating system, everyone is moving away from installed software.

Before the new year is the target date I believe along with the hub.

reefmutt · 10/08/2013, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James@ACS

Sorry please forgive my stupid questions but does that mean I will need to buy a dongle type thing for the laptop to communicate with the lamp?

James, not stupid at all!.... Unless I'm as stupid as you.

Micheal, I have absolutely no idea what you said in that post...
But I'd like to..

AQD_ottawa · 10/08/2013, 05:47 AM

Ok....

The Mitras "unit" is already wireless but just like every other lamp on the market it requires an interface to communicate with.

This will come in 3 formats

ProfiLux 3 controller owners - You will be the first to receive the greatness and soon on the market will be a wireless expansion card code named PLM-PWM which will go inside your controller and communicate with the Mitras, thus enabling wireless connectivity and also internet connectivity to APPS etc.

NON ProfiLux controller owners (shame on you oh the shame

) There is in development a Mitras "Hub" a breakout box this will plug into your home router and communicate with the Mitras wirelessly enabling you to control the Mitras without wires PLUS be able to control the mitras just as with the PLM-PWM card through the upcoming APPS and web browser control program. You do not need a ProfiLux controller for this

Dongle - this is just a basic wireless USB connection from Mitras to PC it will not allow for internet access as far as I know thus far.

dcmartinpc · 10/08/2013, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

Ok....

The Mitras "unit" is already wireless but just like every other lamp on the market it requires an interface to communicate with.

This will come in 3 formats

ProfiLux 3 controller owners - You will be the first to receive the greatness and soon on the market will be a wireless expansion card code named PLM-PWM which will go inside your controller and communicate with the Mitras, thus enabling wireless connectivity and also internet connectivity to APPS etc.

NON ProfiLux controller owners (shame on you oh the shame

) There is in development a Mitras "Hub" a breakout box this will plug into your home router and communicate with the Mitras wirelessly enabling you to control the Mitras without wires PLUS be able to control the mitras just as with the PLM-PWM card through the upcoming APPS and web browser control program. You do not need a ProfiLux controller for this

Dongle - this is just a basic wireless USB connection from Mitras to PC it will not allow for internet access as far as I know thus far.

I had no idea about the Mitras Hub! This sounds awesome! Is there a REALLY rough ETA for the hub?

Some of us just can't justify spending more than 3 times as much on a controller that, while very good, doesn't seem to be THAT much better than the other higher end and also mature alternative. I have 16 outlets on my current controller and that in a full blown Profilux would have been close to 3k, if not more...

Thanks for the heads up on the Hub!!! Very excited!!!

Don

AQD_ottawa · 10/08/2013, 06:40 AM

The profilux argument comes down to reliability, simply dont go wrong, you get what you pay for, just with the Mitras also the unit has every conceivable dedicated accessory so no hot wiring to get a float sensor to work or having to plug an incandescent lamp into a power bar socket to switch a low voltage device

Take the dosing system for the profilux you can program the unit controller to dose ML NOT have to make some algorithmic equation out to dose for a set time using up a precious power bar socket.

so You may have 16 outlets on your current system but because ProfiLux comes with so many built in features that reduce the need of so many sockets it will cost less.

kits start at $799, the most popular being the ultimate at $1599.00 which comes with ph, redox,salinity, and temp probes plus the touch screen and power bar.

In regards to Hub eta - quite soon.

dcmartinpc · 10/08/2013, 07:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

The profilux argument comes down to reliability, simply dont go wrong, you get what you pay for, just with the Mitras also the unit has every conceivable dedicated accessory so no hot wiring to get a float sensor to work or having to plug an incandescent lamp into a power bar socket to switch a low voltage device

Take the dosing system for the profilux you can program the unit controller to dose ML NOT have to make some algorithmic equation out to dose for a set time using up a precious power bar socket.

so You may have 16 outlets on your current system but because ProfiLux comes with so many built in features that reduce the need of so many sockets it will cost less.

kits start at $799, the most popular being the ultimate at $1599.00 which comes with ph, redox,salinity, and temp probes plus the touch screen and power bar.

In regards to Hub eta - quite soon.

I agree on all points

If I had the extra $$, I would definitely have chosen a Profilux. I already had a couple relay boxes I didn't have to rebuy which made the move less expensive. My next move will definitely be to the Profilux though, but I needed something for now that was still a good solution

I am definitely buying into the GHL vision, I just need time to get fully onboard.

Back on topic! Is there a limitation on distance from the hub to the Mitras units? My understanding is that the wireless in the Mitras is based on standard wireless technology, so I would assume 50-100 feet in a house should be workable. The reason I ask is that my controller is in my basement with my sump and frag tank and I already have a couple CAT5e lines ran there!

Don

AQD_ottawa · 10/08/2013, 07:11 AM

I can only give the same answer a wireless router manufacturer would give

"depends on building construction and obstacles"

If you have lots of aluminium dry wall supports or brick walls in between your distance would be restricted.

The hub would have an expected range the same as any wireless device.

dcmartinpc · 10/08/2013, 07:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

I can only give the same answer a wireless router manufacturer would give

"depends on building construction and obstacles"

If you have lots of aluminium dry wall supports or brick walls in between your distance would be restricted.

The hub would have an expected range the same as any wireless device.

Excellent! Wireless is an evil mistress... I hardwire everything I can! Thanks for the info. I am even more excited about the Mitras now! The Mitras "Hub" is something I am very much looking forward to and will be a day 1 purchase for me!

Don

AQD_ottawa · 10/09/2013, 08:26 AM

New review here, (unfortunately it got hijacked a bit for goodness knows what reason)

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...1#post21975141

dcmartinpc · 10/09/2013, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

New review here, (unfortunately it got hijacked a bit for goodness knows what reason)

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...1#post21975141

I was involved with the original thread and it went a little wonky

But... I was the one who told him to get a Mitras! Looks like he is happy

Don

stros · 10/09/2013, 04:01 PM

I have 2 Mitras and have been slowly ramping up the energy level. I am currently at 60%. I just noticed that the slave unit was not changing when I changed the the energy level on the master unit? Is this normal?

Thanks
Mark

AQD_ottawa · 10/09/2013, 04:03 PM

Yep thats normal because you need to change the energy level per unit, the master wont change the slave.

stros · 10/09/2013, 04:08 PM

Thanks for the clarification.

sahicharles · 10/10/2013, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anim8me2

Photos of the mounting:

This was my first attempt with a screw that was too long:

Here are the pieces mounted:

Hi, Could you tell me or show me how you did the installation of the screw? I had installed the lights with same type of frame but using the L bracket to mount on the side slot and attached the lights on the bracket, the lights could slide on the rail. The way you did it is more cleaner. Thank you!

cklayko · 10/11/2013, 01:18 PM

Hi Everyone,

I'm setting up my mitras over my new tank (http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2336209). Does anyone have a program that they would be willing to share that they have had good success growing SPS?

Thank you!
Chris

dcmartinpc · 10/11/2013, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cklayko

Hi Everyone,

I'm setting up my mitras over my new tank (http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2336209). Does anyone have a program that they would be willing to share that they have had good success growing SPS?

Thank you!
Chris

I will send you mine when I get home from work

I run a slightly modified version of Rodney's program.

Don

_Aaron_ · 10/11/2013, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cklayko

Hi Everyone,

I'm setting up my mitras over my new tank (http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2336209). Does anyone have a program that they would be willing to share that they have had good success growing SPS?

Thank you!
Chris

Give mine a go if you like, you can download it here. My SPS seem to like it.

Jony375 · 10/18/2013, 08:45 AM

greetings to all. wear mitres with screens 6100, since February but tube filamentous algae plague which ended with all my corals and I have not been able to take advantage of the screens.

I wonder if the 6200 configurations are compatible with the 6100. And if anyone can send me some settings that have been successful with sps. greetings.
Jony

Jony375 · 10/18/2013, 08:47 AM

Forgive my English, but I'm from Spain and I have no idea, I do it with google translator

dcmartinpc · 10/18/2013, 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jony375

greetings to all. wear mitres with screens 6100, since February but tube filamentous algae plague which ended with all my corals and I have not been able to take advantage of the screens.

I wonder if the 6200 configurations are compatible with the 6100. And if anyone can send me some settings that have been successful with sps. greetings.
Jony

My experience is that, no they are not compatible. They will work, but you won't get the same color temperature or intensity since the channels are different on the 6200 compared to the 6100.

Which programs are you looking for? 6100 or 6200? I have some for the 6100 that work well. If they are what you are looking for, PM me your email address and I will send them to you.

Don

dcmartinpc · 10/18/2013, 08:57 AM

AQD_ottawa,

Any progress with GHL on a central repository for Mitras projects? It was something I asked about some time ago and was told it was in the works, but I haven't seen any updates.

Also, is GHL going to continue to sell the 6100, or will they only be continuing with the 6200?

Thanks!

Don

AQD_ottawa · 10/18/2013, 09:06 AM

No we (GHLNA) canned this due to risk of virus transmission, other options are being considered by me personally.

I am not sure of GHL Germany plans

Jony375 · 10/18/2013, 09:20 AM

Thanks for your reply. I was looking for some configuration that works well for the 6100 sps. My email is: jch375@hotmail.com. Thanks again

Jony375 · 10/19/2013, 07:24 AM

hello? someone can send me some of your settings, assuming you're using with good results for sps, with mitres 6100?

10/08/2013, 05:47 AM	#1029
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	Ok.... The Mitras "unit" is already wireless but just like every other lamp on the market it requires an interface to communicate with. This will come in 3 formats ProfiLux 3 controller owners - You will be the first to receive the greatness and soon on the market will be a wireless expansion card code named PLM-PWM which will go inside your controller and communicate with the Mitras, thus enabling wireless connectivity and also internet connectivity to APPS etc. NON ProfiLux controller owners (shame on you oh the shame ) There is in development a Mitras "Hub" a breakout box this will plug into your home router and communicate with the Mitras wirelessly enabling you to control the Mitras without wires PLUS be able to control the mitras just as with the PLM-PWM card through the upcoming APPS and web browser control program. You do not need a ProfiLux controller for this Dongle - this is just a basic wireless USB connection from Mitras to PC it will not allow for internet access as far as I know thus far. __________________ 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!!

10/08/2013, 06:40 AM	#1031
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	The profilux argument comes down to reliability, simply dont go wrong, you get what you pay for, just with the Mitras also the unit has every conceivable dedicated accessory so no hot wiring to get a float sensor to work or having to plug an incandescent lamp into a power bar socket to switch a low voltage device Take the dosing system for the profilux you can program the unit controller to dose ML NOT have to make some algorithmic equation out to dose for a set time using up a precious power bar socket. so You may have 16 outlets on your current system but because ProfiLux comes with so many built in features that reduce the need of so many sockets it will cost less. kits start at $799, the most popular being the ultimate at $1599.00 which comes with ph, redox,salinity, and temp probes plus the touch screen and power bar. In regards to Hub eta - quite soon. __________________ 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!!

10/08/2013, 07:11 AM	#1033
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	I can only give the same answer a wireless router manufacturer would give "depends on building construction and obstacles" If you have lots of aluminium dry wall supports or brick walls in between your distance would be restricted. The hub would have an expected range the same as any wireless device. __________________ 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!!

10/09/2013, 08:26 AM	#1035
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	New review here, (unfortunately it got hijacked a bit for goodness knows what reason) http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...1#post21975141 __________________ 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!!

10/09/2013, 04:01 PM	#1037
stros Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 153	Energy level question I have 2 Mitras and have been slowly ramping up the energy level. I am currently at 60%. I just noticed that the slave unit was not changing when I changed the the energy level on the master unit? Is this normal? Thanks Mark

10/09/2013, 04:03 PM	#1038
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	Yep thats normal because you need to change the energy level per unit, the master wont change the slave. __________________ 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!!

10/09/2013, 04:08 PM	#1039
stros Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 153	Thanks for the clarification.

10/11/2013, 01:18 PM	#1041
cklayko Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 106	Hi Everyone, I'm setting up my mitras over my new tank (http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2336209). Does anyone have a program that they would be willing to share that they have had good success growing SPS? Thank you! Chris

10/18/2013, 08:45 AM	#1044
Jony375 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Spain Posts: 42	greetings to all. wear mitres with screens 6100, since February but tube filamentous algae plague which ended with all my corals and I have not been able to take advantage of the screens. I wonder if the 6200 configurations are compatible with the 6100. And if anyone can send me some settings that have been successful with sps. greetings. Jony

10/18/2013, 08:47 AM	#1045
Jony375 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Spain Posts: 42	Forgive my English, but I'm from Spain and I have no idea, I do it with google translator

10/18/2013, 08:57 AM	#1047
dcmartinpc Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Niles, MI Posts: 331	AQD_ottawa, Any progress with GHL on a central repository for Mitras projects? It was something I asked about some time ago and was told it was in the works, but I haven't seen any updates. Also, is GHL going to continue to sell the 6100, or will they only be continuing with the 6200? Thanks! Don __________________ I glue animals to rocks... Current Tank Info: 225G 5x3x2, 2 x 400w Radium on Dual PFO HQI, 2-Blue+, 2-Actinic, 2 x MP40w ES, 2 x Maxspect Gyre and 60 Cube LPS, 6-Blue+, 2-Purple+, 2xMP40w ES. Common 150 Rubbermaid sump. All driven with an Apex.

10/18/2013, 09:06 AM	#1048
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	No we (GHLNA) canned this due to risk of virus transmission, other options are being considered by me personally. I am not sure of GHL Germany plans __________________ 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!!

10/18/2013, 09:20 AM	#1049
Jony375 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Spain Posts: 42	Thanks for your reply. I was looking for some configuration that works well for the 6100 sps. My email is: jch375@hotmail.com. Thanks again

10/19/2013, 07:24 AM	#1050
Jony375 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Spain Posts: 42	hello? someone can send me some of your settings, assuming you're using with good results for sps, with mitres 6100?