GHL Mitras Club - Page 48

MontyJack · 11/08/2013, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reefmutt

So, if I had a profilux, could I program my lights from my iPad by connecting wirelessly to the profilux?

If GHL didn't upgrade or bring a new iPhone/iPad app you will not be able to program the PL neither the Mitras. You can start actions, but not program.

Bothers me too by the way.

By Matthias words, after installing the PLM-PWC (only in ProfiLux not ExpansionBox) you can control the channels manually or start a thunderstorm, but that's it (for now)(maybe updates will change this).

AQD_ottawa · 11/08/2013, 09:15 AM

Nothing happens overnight, they have released the first step instead of waiting until everything can be released, each phase then goes through proper beta testing for those that wish to take part.

Just some patience and always GHL will deliver. always have always will

MontyJack · 11/08/2013, 09:22 AM

That's a good point!

GHL products and software are so good for a reason! Not just because they're from Germany.

JawFish559 · 11/09/2013, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

Nothing happens overnight, they have released the first step instead of waiting until everything can be released, each phase then goes through proper beta testing for those that wish to take part.

Just some patience and always GHL will deliver. always have always will

Off topic but do you accept paypal

AQD_ottawa · 11/09/2013, 12:11 PM

I am sure most our dealers do, The fish store does

JawFish559 · 11/09/2013, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by AQD_ottawa

I am sure most our dealers do, The fish store does

Awesome, thanks. Ill check them out.

_Aaron_ · 11/10/2013, 04:19 PM

Just ordered the wireless card and I'm all updated to 6.0 ready. This should be good and has been worth the wait.

_Aaron_ · 11/12/2013, 01:36 PM

All up and running, Profilux is controlling my Mitras. A heads up for anyone that has more than 12 illumination points in their LPC, it won't load properly into PLC. I spent most of today fiddling and Matthias solved the issue for me. I had 19 points in my file.

h0bite · 11/12/2013, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Aaron_

All up and running, Profilux is controlling my Mitras. A heads up for anyone that has more than 12 illumination points in their LPC, it won't load properly into PLC. I spent most of today fiddling and Matthias solved the issue for me. I had 19 points in my file.

Do you have the 6100 or 6200 ?
Thanks

_Aaron_ · 11/12/2013, 01:55 PM

6200.

Rotknee · 11/12/2013, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Aaron_

All up and running, Profilux is controlling my Mitras. A heads up for anyone that has more than 12 illumination points in their LPC, it won't load properly into PLC. I spent most of today fiddling and Matthias solved the issue for me. I had 19 points in my file.

Wow...that was fast! Congrats Aaron. Any tips on what we should or shouldn't do to make the install go even smoother/faster?

Did you have to update to the latest firmware on the Mitras before using the PLM-PWC card? I'm using the PLC V6.0 but still using V114 on my Mitras.

_Aaron_ · 11/12/2013, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rotknee

Wow...that was fast! Congrats Aaron. Any tips on what we should or shouldn't do to make the install go even smoother/faster?

Did you have to update to the latest firmware on the Mitras before using the PLM-PWC card? I'm using the PLC V6.0 but still using V114 on my Mitras.

My only hiccup was my light schedule having too many points so definitely load it in and check how many there are. If you do that you'll be fine, it's not very complicated. Mitras need to be on 1.15, there's a new version of GHL CC with it in.

bigbaddewulf · 11/13/2013, 05:27 AM

Hi Guys,

Hope you don't mind me adding to this thread. I'm new to forums so not sure if there is a forum etiquette I should adhere to?

My GHL Mitras have just arrived and I'm currently trying to figure out what is the best light project to create for my system. My previous light unit was a ATI Dimmable Sunpower module 8 * 24w currently running at 75% (tank size 36*12*19) housing LPS, SPS & Softies. I have attached a few pics for your reference (T5's).

My first query is will I be ok to take my new lights to 65% at the highest point during the day, slowing increasing the brightness by 5% each week until I have achieved my maximum brightness? Also, how bright should I take these lights too?

Does anyone have a light project that I can play around with? I have the pre set one and also one I have created myself, It would just be interesting to see what you GHL masters are using?

I would really appreciate some help on this as I'm concerned that due to my lack of knowledge with these lights I will harm my corals.

One I have my lights/project operational and my corals are fully acclimatised to their new light source I'm happy to upload some pictures, if anyone is interested in seeing.

Any help or advice would be gratefully received.

Ben

ReefRockerLive · 11/13/2013, 02:48 PM

bigbaddewulf,

Congrats on owning a Mitras!

I wouldn't set the target intensity to 100%, perhaps 60% with a mixed reef, just keep an eye on your corals and see how they react. If this is your first time dealing with Leds, I encourage you not to under estimate the power of the lights and start at maybe 40% and work your way up.

You do have the flexibility to change between High Efficiency to High Output, so if you want a slight bump up in overall brightness, set the light to High Output. Again, just keep an eye on the corals.

reefmutt · 11/13/2013, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ReefRockerLive

bigbaddewulf,

Congrats on owning a Mitras!

I wouldn't set the target intensity to 100%, perhaps 60% with a mixed reef, just keep an eye on your corals and see how they react. If this is your first time dealing with Leds, I encourage you not to under estimate the power of the lights and start at maybe 40% and work your way up.

You do have the flexibility to change between High Efficiency to High Output, so if you want a slight bump up in overall brightness, set the light to High Output. Again, just keep an eye on the corals.

+1
I would just add as compliment to the above that to the human eye, LEDs appear less bright than t5 or mh. So even though the light may seem more dim to you, your corals won't think so.
Personally, I would not put the lights on high output mode for your your lighting plan and tank inhabitants.
Starting at 45% in high efficiency mode and working up from there is a good plan but I'd also space out the increases by two weeks. Just to give yourself longer to observe any changes in the corals..
Just remember that damage to corals always happens much more quickly than the recovery...

bigbaddewulf · 11/14/2013, 01:21 AM

Thanks guys, much appreciated.

Quick Q. I have heard of fellow reefers adding the occasional blast of hyper boiler during their lighting cycle. Is this something you guts have heard of? If so, how often and for what duration should I do this for?

Thanks in advance, Ben

M007 · 11/14/2013, 05:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reefmutt

+1 I would just add as compliment to the above that to the human eye, LEDs appear less bright than t5 or mh. So even though the light may seem more dim to you, your corals won't think so. Personally, I would not put the lights on high output mode for your your lighting plan and tank inhabitants. Starting at 45% in high efficiency mode and working up from there is a good plan but I'd also space out the increases by two weeks. Just to give yourself longer to observe any changes in the corals.. Just remember that damage to corals always happens much more quickly than the recovery...

+2 I raised my 3 Mitras from 8" to 15" AWL and increased the intensity from 80 to 100%. Fried 2 colonies of SPS and 1 frag in 4 days.

the rest of the SPS also we're not happy.

reefmutt · 11/14/2013, 09:34 AM

Bigbaddewulf, if, by 'hyper boiler' you mean a strong peak in light intensity, I only have one that comes at the mid day of my light shedule. After seeing Aaron's results with his tank, I decided to add one to my schedule. However, I don't go full 100% all LEDs like I think he does..
Aaron has very good results, so he is doing something right..
I wouldn't play with that until the corals in your tank have fully acclimated to your Mitras, though..better off going slow and keeping the corals happy than trying to rush and getting poor results from the lights..

_Aaron_ · 11/14/2013, 11:03 AM

Seems to be working for me running full blast.

October

October FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr

November

November FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr

What I tend to do when I add new livestock is add some cloud cover for a few weeks and reduce it gradually.

bigbaddewulf · 11/14/2013, 11:10 AM

Thanks Matt, I actually meant to write Hypor voilet. stupid predictive txt!! I'm planning on taking things supper slow as I'm not in a rush and dont wont to harm my corlas. I was just wondering what type of temps to play around with.

Thanks

bigbaddewulf · 11/14/2013, 11:12 AM

Hi Aaron, how do you add cloud cover? Is this below the different LED settings in the GHL control centre?

Thanks

_Aaron_ · 11/14/2013, 11:14 AM

You can add it from the light unit itself under illumination. Or in GHL CC it's under simulation (I think). I usually just set it up on the lamp.

bigbaddewulf · 11/14/2013, 11:45 AM

Thanks Aaron, much appreciated

_Aaron_ · 11/14/2013, 12:45 PM

You're welcome.

My other post didn't work for some reason with Tapatalk.

Running them full blast seems to work for me.

6/10/13

October FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr

12/11/13

November FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr

JawFish559 · 11/16/2013, 09:43 AM

Just order a light and received a message stating that the light will be dropped shipped from Canada. How long does that take?

11/08/2013, 09:15 AM	#1177
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	Nothing happens overnight, they have released the first step instead of waiting until everything can be released, each phase then goes through proper beta testing for those that wish to take part. Just some patience and always GHL will deliver. always have always will __________________ 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!!

11/08/2013, 09:22 AM	#1178
MontyJack Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tábor, Czech Republic Posts: 95	That's a good point! GHL products and software are so good for a reason! Not just because they're from Germany. __________________ The Czech Republic has no coastline, so I have to build my own little sea at home! Current Tank Info: 260g SPS dom., 4x Mitras 6100HV, GHL ProfiLux 3, Shuran Jetstream 1 CA reactor, ATI Powercone 250i, .....

11/09/2013, 12:11 PM	#1180
AQD_ottawa Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK/Canada Posts: 8,020 Blog Entries: 33	I am sure most our dealers do, The fish store does __________________ 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!!

11/13/2013, 02:48 PM	#1189
ReefRockerLive GHL Mitras LX7 Club Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT Posts: 2,454 Blog Entries: 1	bigbaddewulf, Congrats on owning a Mitras! I wouldn't set the target intensity to 100%, perhaps 60% with a mixed reef, just keep an eye on your corals and see how they react. If this is your first time dealing with Leds, I encourage you not to under estimate the power of the lights and start at maybe 40% and work your way up. You do have the flexibility to change between High Efficiency to High Output, so if you want a slight bump up in overall brightness, set the light to High Output. Again, just keep an eye on the corals. __________________ -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

11/14/2013, 09:34 AM	#1193
reefmutt Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Mtl. Canada Posts: 7,824	Bigbaddewulf, if, by 'hyper boiler' you mean a strong peak in light intensity, I only have one that comes at the mid day of my light shedule. After seeing Aaron's results with his tank, I decided to add one to my schedule. However, I don't go full 100% all LEDs like I think he does.. Aaron has very good results, so he is doing something right.. I wouldn't play with that until the corals in your tank have fully acclimated to your Mitras, though..better off going slow and keeping the corals happy than trying to rush and getting poor results from the lights.. __________________ Matt. Current Tank Info: 53x32.5x26 190g dt 60g of sumps 3 tank-100 gal frag system 6xAI prime 8xt5. 4x maxspect gyre. Skimz Dual internal sicce pump skimmer Deltec PF601s ca rx+Kalk stirrer

11/10/2013, 04:19 PM	#1182
_Aaron_ Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: UK Posts: 443	Just ordered the wireless card and I'm all updated to 6.0 ready. This should be good and has been worth the wait.

11/12/2013, 01:36 PM	#1183
_Aaron_ Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: UK Posts: 443	All up and running, Profilux is controlling my Mitras. A heads up for anyone that has more than 12 illumination points in their LPC, it won't load properly into PLC. I spent most of today fiddling and Matthias solved the issue for me. I had 19 points in my file.

11/12/2013, 01:55 PM	#1185
_Aaron_ Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: UK Posts: 443	6200.

11/14/2013, 01:21 AM	#1191
bigbaddewulf Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 10	Thanks guys, much appreciated. Quick Q. I have heard of fellow reefers adding the occasional blast of hyper boiler during their lighting cycle. Is this something you guts have heard of? If so, how often and for what duration should I do this for? Thanks in advance, Ben

11/14/2013, 11:03 AM	#1194
_Aaron_ Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: UK Posts: 443	Seems to be working for me running full blast. October October FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr November November FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr What I tend to do when I add new livestock is add some cloud cover for a few weeks and reduce it gradually.

11/14/2013, 11:10 AM	#1195
bigbaddewulf Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 10	Thanks Matt, I actually meant to write Hypor voilet. stupid predictive txt!! I'm planning on taking things supper slow as I'm not in a rush and dont wont to harm my corlas. I was just wondering what type of temps to play around with. Thanks

11/14/2013, 11:12 AM	#1196
bigbaddewulf Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 10	Hi Aaron, how do you add cloud cover? Is this below the different LED settings in the GHL control centre? Thanks

11/14/2013, 11:14 AM	#1197
_Aaron_ Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: UK Posts: 443	You can add it from the light unit itself under illumination. Or in GHL CC it's under simulation (I think). I usually just set it up on the lamp.

11/14/2013, 11:45 AM	#1198
bigbaddewulf Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 10	Thanks Aaron, much appreciated

11/14/2013, 12:45 PM	#1199
_Aaron_ Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: UK Posts: 443	You're welcome. My other post didn't work for some reason with Tapatalk. Running them full blast seems to work for me. 6/10/13 October FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr 12/11/13 November FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr

11/16/2013, 09:43 AM	#1200
JawFish559 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: California Posts: 52	Just order a light and received a message stating that the light will be dropped shipped from Canada. How long does that take?