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03/21/2018, 11:25 AM | #1 |
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Controller of choice
I am looking for a controller that will notify me of any tank problems. I am building a 900 gal coral propagation tank and would like to know what would be the best controller too keep me informed on what’s happening when I can’t be there.
Thank you H2obaby
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03/21/2018, 11:45 AM | #2 |
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Pretty much your only choice is apex
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03/21/2018, 02:58 PM | #3 |
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A Profilux 4 wouldn't work?
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03/21/2018, 03:18 PM | #4 |
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Not until they get their web sever ice updated.
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03/21/2018, 03:57 PM | #5 |
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The web service has no bearing on notifications as that is handled via the controller itself and sent out via the network. MyGHL will tell you pretty much everything you want to know. Their new phone app is pretty slick too. While MyGHL isn’t Fusion, there are constant improvements being made on the GHL side and from what I understand, they are in the process of migrating to a full web based interface which will replace GCC. Personally, since I run both controllers, it’s my opinion that you can’t go wrong with either. GHL has rock solid hardware and the Apex is also a great controller.
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03/21/2018, 04:03 PM | #6 |
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Reef Angel is another reef controller capable of remote notifications..
There are also other solutions depending on exactly what you want to do so providing specifics may yield better results.. Many of the home automation hubs and devices could be used.. smartthings hub + sensors/outlets,etc... as well as other non-reef specific control/monitoring solutions..
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03/21/2018, 08:05 PM | #9 |
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GHL is a manufacture of controllers (Profilux), led fixtures (Mitras) and dosers. They have been in business for many years and have a long track record for building high quality products. GCC is their Windows based program. Also known as GHL Control Center (GCC). GHL also is a sponsor here on this forum and has a dedicated forum here.
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03/21/2018, 08:21 PM | #10 |
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Apex. Best out there. Investing the money it a prop system to grow coral and nit spending the money on an Apex controller is just crazy. The Apex is pricey but it will pay for itself in the long run. If you are just running a smaller system the a Reef Keeper would just the job just fine but on larger system Apex all the way. I do wish DA would step up their game and release a newer controller with both a display and wifi capable. The Archon is a step up from the RKE but is not up to Apex spec and DA support is really really bad.
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What about top off and dosing? It will do it for you but you mainly stated remote notifications in your first post being primary concern.. What happens when something does happen and you aren't/can't be there? Who is? IF not whats the point? What are you expecting to happen? I'd suggest you take the names given above and start going to their websites and investigating what they actual can/do and come up with a solid list of what you want to happen,etc... Then you can piece together everything you need/want,etc... and see if any of them actually are useful to what you want..
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