Digital Aquatics Archon Owners Thread - Page 62

n2585722 · 12/27/2016, 06:42 AM

Do you have a high sump float switch? if so if the return is off does this float switch trigger. If so you can use this along with a switch to keep the pump off. if the switch is open when pump is running you will need a push button switch is normally closed and put it in series with this switch. If the switch is closed when running you will need a normally open push burron switch and parallel the float switch. I have the overfull switch in my sump to turn off the skimmer. Just set the high sump alarm for the return pump. The push button swith will momentarily disable the switch allowing the pump to start. You will have to hold the switch until the water level drops below the trigger point.

crs751 · 12/29/2016, 04:00 PM

I have questions regarding alarms in the Archon. I have a high water float switch in my display and want to program an alarm to shut down the return switch if the float is triggered. The float is set to Normally Open so I set the alarm to trip at 0 or closed. When I activated the alarm for the return pump it shut down without the status of the float switch changing. And it does the same thing if I set the trip point to 1. I thought there might be some left over programming on a power bar I used under my RKE system so I did an interrupted update on that bar to clear it but the results with the alarm were the same. Any suggestions?

I would also like to know how to clear the alarm log. I click on the Clear button on the Alarms tab but nothing clears.

Thanks for your help.

FlyingFishSKYw · 12/29/2016, 05:36 PM

Try using a trip point of 0.5

The alarm log will clear when you refresh the webpage

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n2585722 · 12/29/2016, 06:09 PM

Use .5 as the setpoint for switches.

crs751 · 12/29/2016, 06:16 PM

OK thanks.

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crs751 · 12/30/2016, 06:58 AM

Put in .5 and had the same result. What am I doing wrong? Do I need to refresh or restart the unit? Do I need to check the box below the setpoint for above or below?

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n2585722 · 12/30/2016, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crs751

Put in .5 and had the same result. What am I doing wrong? Do I need to refresh or restart the unit? Do I need to check the box below the setpoint for above or below?

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If you want open as active alarm it would be above. If closed is active alarm it would be below. The switch input is 0 for closed and 1 or 100 for open. This depends on the module. Most are 1. That is the reason for using .5 as setpoint. It will work for either.

crs751 · 12/30/2016, 10:31 AM

That works. I downloaded the manual from DA's website and it references the Trip When Low box for pH/Temp adjustments. I didn't realize it also pertained to the float switches. I took the manual too literally. Thanks for the help.

On another topic, I can't remember the math for setting a ramp timer. If I want my LED's to be on from 9:00AM to 10:00PM with a 180 minute ramp time how do I set up the timer?

Pickupman66 · 12/30/2016, 05:12 PM

OK. I can answer that. Ramp starts at 9am. You want them to zero at 10p. 3 hours is the ramp. So start at 9am, 10 hour on timer is what you need. This gives u a 3 hour down ramp as it will go down when ramp expires. But, if u keep a power supplied to fixture the entire time on with a separate controlled outlet, keep that in for the 13 hours.

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crs751 · 12/30/2016, 05:34 PM

Thanks Pickupman. I couldn't remember the math.

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Pickupman66 · 12/30/2016, 07:59 PM

#math. #algebra. Lol

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n2585722 · 12/30/2016, 08:04 PM

timer on time = total time - ramp time
timer off time = ramp time + 1min (at least) I usually double the ramp time as long as it doesn't go near 24hrs total.

crs751 · 12/31/2016, 09:36 AM

Just received notice of a software update. I loaded it and now I can't log into the Archon. What did I do wrong and how can I correct it?

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crs751 · 12/31/2016, 09:57 AM

It appears I can't get the Archon to power off completely. After loading the update I clicked on Shutdown then pulled the power from the Archon. The amber light didn't go out and I can't log into the system. I didn't change the login from the factory so I should be able to use that to login again. I get an error in Firefox saying the connection can't be established to the Archon server.

crs751 · 12/31/2016, 11:29 AM

Tried the reset button on the Archon but no access. Orange light won't go out when power supply is disconnected. Has anyone else had this issue?

crs751 · 12/31/2016, 11:46 AM

For some reason the system came on. I have full access. Don't know why this happened but I realize I need to have a better understanding of how this device does hardware and software updates. Sorry of the confusion I might have caused.

Pickupman66 · 12/31/2016, 12:50 PM

Archon will still get power off the bus. Pull those plugs first then archon power. Count to 10 and plug power in then buss cables.

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crs751 · 12/31/2016, 12:54 PM

Thanks Pickupman. I didn't update the web pages because it said it needed to completely power off.

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Pickupman66 · 12/31/2016, 02:06 PM

Mine always power cycles on software updates.

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crs751 · 12/31/2016, 02:35 PM

It must have a slow processor. I always expect it to complete tasks faster than it actually does.

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Pickupman66 · 12/31/2016, 02:36 PM

Im not sure. Do you use firebug add on when you do your updates? It shows every step it takes.

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crs751 · 12/31/2016, 02:38 PM

No I don't. I run it from FF but I can download that app.

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Pickupman66 · 12/31/2016, 02:39 PM

It's worth it. Then I think you activate the net portion.

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crs751 · 12/31/2016, 02:41 PM

I'll give it a shot. Do you use an IOE Module? I was thinking this might resolve my issues with the SOLS and the ALC Module.

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Pickupman66 · 12/31/2016, 02:43 PM

No. It's an add on to Firefox. Firebug. Download it and then click on net and activate that tab. I watch this whenever I do an update.

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12/29/2016, 05:36 PM	#1528
FlyingFishSKYw Registered Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Wasilla, AK Posts: 183	Try using a trip point of 0.5 The alarm log will clear when you refresh the webpage Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -Chris Current Tank Info: 75 Gal, H2Overflow, LifeReef VS3-24 Skimmer, 2x Hydra 26, 30 gal diy sump, Apex

12/30/2016, 05:12 PM	#1534
Pickupman66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester, TN Posts: 3,714	OK. I can answer that. Ramp starts at 9am. You want them to zero at 10p. 3 hours is the ramp. So start at 9am, 10 hour on timer is what you need. This gives u a 3 hour down ramp as it will go down when ramp expires. But, if u keep a power supplied to fixture the entire time on with a separate controlled outlet, keep that in for the 13 hours. sent from my pixelated Nexus 6p __________________ What a Pretty day to stick your head in your tank and stare at your corals. 15 years reef keeping experience in old school simplistic ways. /><{{{{"> Archon BETA Current Tank Info: 66 Gallon SCA Rimless, Custom 40 Breeder sump, DC pumps, Lumentek Pro 240 controlled by my Archon

12/30/2016, 07:59 PM	#1536
Pickupman66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester, TN Posts: 3,714	#math. #algebra. Lol sent from my pixelated Nexus 6p __________________ What a Pretty day to stick your head in your tank and stare at your corals. 15 years reef keeping experience in old school simplistic ways. /><{{{{"> Archon BETA Current Tank Info: 66 Gallon SCA Rimless, Custom 40 Breeder sump, DC pumps, Lumentek Pro 240 controlled by my Archon

12/31/2016, 12:50 PM	#1542
Pickupman66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester, TN Posts: 3,714	Archon will still get power off the bus. Pull those plugs first then archon power. Count to 10 and plug power in then buss cables. Sent from my K88 using Tapatalk __________________ What a Pretty day to stick your head in your tank and stare at your corals. 15 years reef keeping experience in old school simplistic ways. /><{{{{"> Archon BETA Current Tank Info: 66 Gallon SCA Rimless, Custom 40 Breeder sump, DC pumps, Lumentek Pro 240 controlled by my Archon

12/31/2016, 02:06 PM	#1544
Pickupman66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester, TN Posts: 3,714	Mine always power cycles on software updates. Sent from my K88 using Tapatalk __________________ What a Pretty day to stick your head in your tank and stare at your corals. 15 years reef keeping experience in old school simplistic ways. /><{{{{"> Archon BETA Current Tank Info: 66 Gallon SCA Rimless, Custom 40 Breeder sump, DC pumps, Lumentek Pro 240 controlled by my Archon

12/27/2016, 06:42 AM	#1526
n2585722 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Tx Posts: 1,072	Do you have a high sump float switch? if so if the return is off does this float switch trigger. If so you can use this along with a switch to keep the pump off. if the switch is open when pump is running you will need a push button switch is normally closed and put it in series with this switch. If the switch is closed when running you will need a normally open push burron switch and parallel the float switch. I have the overfull switch in my sump to turn off the skimmer. Just set the high sump alarm for the return pump. The push button swith will momentarily disable the switch allowing the pump to start. You will have to hold the switch until the water level drops below the trigger point.

12/29/2016, 04:00 PM	#1527
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	I have questions regarding alarms in the Archon. I have a high water float switch in my display and want to program an alarm to shut down the return switch if the float is triggered. The float is set to Normally Open so I set the alarm to trip at 0 or closed. When I activated the alarm for the return pump it shut down without the status of the float switch changing. And it does the same thing if I set the trip point to 1. I thought there might be some left over programming on a power bar I used under my RKE system so I did an interrupted update on that bar to clear it but the results with the alarm were the same. Any suggestions? I would also like to know how to clear the alarm log. I click on the Clear button on the Alarms tab but nothing clears. Thanks for your help.

12/29/2016, 06:09 PM	#1529
n2585722 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Tx Posts: 1,072	Use .5 as the setpoint for switches.

12/29/2016, 06:16 PM	#1530
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	OK thanks. Sent from my Venue7 3740 using Tapatalk

12/30/2016, 06:58 AM	#1531
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	Put in .5 and had the same result. What am I doing wrong? Do I need to refresh or restart the unit? Do I need to check the box below the setpoint for above or below? Sent from my Venue7 3740 using Tapatalk

12/30/2016, 10:31 AM	#1533
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	That works. I downloaded the manual from DA's website and it references the Trip When Low box for pH/Temp adjustments. I didn't realize it also pertained to the float switches. I took the manual too literally. Thanks for the help. On another topic, I can't remember the math for setting a ramp timer. If I want my LED's to be on from 9:00AM to 10:00PM with a 180 minute ramp time how do I set up the timer?

12/30/2016, 05:34 PM	#1535
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	Thanks Pickupman. I couldn't remember the math. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12/30/2016, 08:04 PM	#1537
n2585722 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Tx Posts: 1,072	timer on time = total time - ramp time timer off time = ramp time + 1min (at least) I usually double the ramp time as long as it doesn't go near 24hrs total.

12/31/2016, 09:36 AM	#1538
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	Just received notice of a software update. I loaded it and now I can't log into the Archon. What did I do wrong and how can I correct it? Sent from my Venue7 3740 using Tapatalk

12/31/2016, 09:57 AM	#1539
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	It appears I can't get the Archon to power off completely. After loading the update I clicked on Shutdown then pulled the power from the Archon. The amber light didn't go out and I can't log into the system. I didn't change the login from the factory so I should be able to use that to login again. I get an error in Firefox saying the connection can't be established to the Archon server.

12/31/2016, 11:29 AM	#1540
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	Tried the reset button on the Archon but no access. Orange light won't go out when power supply is disconnected. Has anyone else had this issue?

12/31/2016, 11:46 AM	#1541
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	For some reason the system came on. I have full access. Don't know why this happened but I realize I need to have a better understanding of how this device does hardware and software updates. Sorry of the confusion I might have caused.

12/31/2016, 12:54 PM	#1543
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	Thanks Pickupman. I didn't update the web pages because it said it needed to completely power off. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12/31/2016, 02:35 PM	#1545
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	It must have a slow processor. I always expect it to complete tasks faster than it actually does. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12/31/2016, 02:36 PM	#1546
Pickupman66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester, TN Posts: 3,714	Im not sure. Do you use firebug add on when you do your updates? It shows every step it takes. sent from my pixelated Nexus 6p __________________ What a Pretty day to stick your head in your tank and stare at your corals. 15 years reef keeping experience in old school simplistic ways. /><{{{{"> Archon BETA Current Tank Info: 66 Gallon SCA Rimless, Custom 40 Breeder sump, DC pumps, Lumentek Pro 240 controlled by my Archon

12/31/2016, 02:38 PM	#1547
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	No I don't. I run it from FF but I can download that app. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12/31/2016, 02:39 PM	#1548
Pickupman66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester, TN Posts: 3,714	It's worth it. Then I think you activate the net portion. sent from my pixelated Nexus 6p __________________ What a Pretty day to stick your head in your tank and stare at your corals. 15 years reef keeping experience in old school simplistic ways. /><{{{{"> Archon BETA Current Tank Info: 66 Gallon SCA Rimless, Custom 40 Breeder sump, DC pumps, Lumentek Pro 240 controlled by my Archon

12/31/2016, 02:41 PM	#1549
crs751 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 240	I'll give it a shot. Do you use an IOE Module? I was thinking this might resolve my issues with the SOLS and the ALC Module. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12/31/2016, 02:43 PM	#1550
Pickupman66 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester, TN Posts: 3,714	No. It's an add on to Firefox. Firebug. Download it and then click on net and activate that tab. I watch this whenever I do an update. sent from my pixelated Nexus 6p __________________ What a Pretty day to stick your head in your tank and stare at your corals. 15 years reef keeping experience in old school simplistic ways. /><{{{{"> Archon BETA Current Tank Info: 66 Gallon SCA Rimless, Custom 40 Breeder sump, DC pumps, Lumentek Pro 240 controlled by my Archon