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I did notice that as well maybe while its trying to get dhcp?

cgonser wrote:when I loaded my code none of the time schedules are working properly, all my lights stay on. also when I go in to try reloading my code I cant get the com3 to show up, theres no ports listed. I cant figure out how to get the cloud working either. instructions are very vague.

I was having this issue also. Turns out the connection between the head unit and relay box was loose and had to reinsert it. So double check that sure all connections are secure.

Tim

rimai wrote:How long was this delay?

up to 30 seconds or so (maybe a little less, not certain). then there would be a screen update for a second or 2 and then you would have the same no response to touches or display update.
i was testing it with a network link just no ip address yet or with an ip but traffic being stopped by firewall.
i have not tested this without a network connection. i have been too busy to try but will later today.

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I couldn't find an answer anywhere on this but if I buy the Star, would I be able to use my standard relay box from the Plus as an expansion?

So rather than the standard 8 I get with both systems, I could upgrade to the star and get 16.

May be shooting for the stars here but after this last hurricane I went through, I need to automate much more to ease my recovery time and effort

MDandD wrote:I couldn't find an answer anywhere on this but if I buy the Star, would I be able to use my standard relay box from the Plus as an expansion?

So rather than the standard 8 I get with both systems, I could upgrade to the star and get 16.

May be shooting for the stars here but after this last hurricane I went through, I need to automate much more to ease my recovery time and effort

yes, however you will need the relay expansion module to turn the relay box into an expansion box.

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rimai wrote:It does not have wifi.
We found that many users prefer to have hardwire and there is no such thing as wifi to ethernet, but there are many ethernet to wifi adapters. We have used with great results TP Link TL-WR710N, which serves dual purpose. The single device can provide power and wifi to your RA Star.
tp-link.comus/products/details/cat-5506_TL-WR710N

Hello, I clicked this link to get this item but they no longer sell it? Can you recommend another one for wifi? And can you fix your link requirements for replies? Preventing me from posting based on your comment is not very friendly...

Posting links is allowed after 2 posts
It is to discourage spammers from signing up and using this as spam place.
You should be good now.
You can get those on amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Wireless ... B00FRMAOIO

I checked amazon too and they too are out. That's why I wondered if there was an alternative?

Oh...
eBay it is then...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TP-Link-TL-WR71 ... Sw9KpW~XU8
I need to find another one. That module has been discontinued by the manufacturer, but basically any wifi to ethernet would work.
The good thing of this particular TP Link module is that it has both USB and ethernet ports and it has builtin wall plug, so with one device, you can power RA and also provide ethernet connectivity straight from the wall plug.

Got the ebay one. Thanks ☺

did that relay box get an upgrade too or is it the same cinder block design? that thing was huge last time I had one

Hi guys!

Can you help me setup my new reef Angel star?
I used the manual to set it up but, when I try to upload it. I encounter error uploading 400.

P.S.

I was able to fix this, the wizard doesn't work on safari. We're able to fix it using chrome

Just ordered my Star to replace my Plus.

Does the new controller allows me to plug an expansion relay box into it without the old expansion hub?

Was going to buy the hub to convert my old Plus relay box into an expansion but if its only a $70 difference to get an expansion box, I can sell my old Plus unit to cover the difference.

You would need the old relay expansion hub to connect the an old relay box to the new Star.

Hey guys, it's been a long time!

Any change this controller can support 6 Temp Probes? Just logged in to see what was going on. A lot has gone on since I last logged in. 600gal display, dedicated filtration and prop room... Looking to control a breeding system that is composed of 6 individual tanks.

Thanks,
Mark

If you use the webwizard, simply add this to setup():

Boy, you go away for a little while and the whole world changes!!!
I moved up to Orlando, sold my 55 gallon and have not been able to set up my 90 gallon yet because I don't have the money to pull up the carpeting and put down tile or waterproof laminate yet.

How much of my old equipment will work with the RA*?
This is what I remember I have.
RA +
Relay(original included)'
PH Probe
Standard ATO High and Low
Expansion Hub
Dimming Expansion
RANet and Relay
Water Level Expansion
Multi Water Level Expansion
Salinity Expansion
ATO Pump
WiFi module
Bluetooth module
3 Jebao Cables (WP-25, WP-40, DC-12000pump)
3 Temp Sensors
Dimmable Lunar Hub & 2 Moonlights

What is usable with the RA* and what is useless?
How has the code changed?
I was not good with coding, to begin with and have probably forgotten most of what I knew.
Can I continue to use what I have already?
Also, will there be a possibility of just getting the RA* head unit?


It can be seen here...

http://forum.reefangel.com/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=3873

I hope to have the flooring in the room by Christmas and the tank set up and running by the beginning of the year.

Thanks;

Steve

You should be able to use pretty much everything except for the head unit and the wifi attachment.

Thanks Roberto;

So I would need the Reef Angel Star Controller and the Cloud Wifi Attachment.
Do you have a rough idea when the Cloud attachment will be available?

Does the Cloud unit need to be used?
I work from home now and am pretty much here all the time to monitor the tank.

I thought I read that the Cloud WiFi is needed to use the older expansion units.
Maybe I was wrong.

The Start controller comes with ethernet port, so you are all set for cloud connection.
The cloud wifi attachment is only meant to be used on the RA+.
The RA* has an expansion port too, so you can plug any expansion module to it the same way as you had on the RA+.

Ok.
And the RANet and Relay work fine with it too?


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RANet works fine, but the main relay box will need one of the old relay modules, since RA* only has expansion ports.

rimai wrote:RANet works fine, but the main relay box will need one of the old relay modules, since RA* only has expansion ports.

The $50 ones that you don't have in stock yet?

That you are talking about here...

rimai wrote: In order to use your main relay box as expansion, you need one of the old relay expansion modules, which we are in the process of getting them built to sell in the web store.
They cost $50.
We only have one of them in stock before we get the next batch.

Yes, those ones. I have a few on hand

Ok.
I have to get the money together.


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Me too lol


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rimai wrote:If you use the webwizard, simply add this to setup():

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ReefAngel.AddExtraTempProbes();

Cool, does it just use the extra inputs?

No, you have to splice more probes in parallel to the existing ones or create your harness that has more connectors or get something like this from amazon or any other electronic store.
They are y-split cables for computer fans. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DRE2UAI/re ... 0599452956

How far away can the expansion relay sockets be from the head unit?

Here is what I would like to do...

600gal display needs a relay box and vortech control(already have) ~35 ft from controller.

Sump room needs...
2 to 3 relay boxes
11 temp probes
Orp (already have)
Sg (already have)
PHx2

I already have an expansion module. Do I need anything else to make this work?

Would like to flush a large touch screen pc or tablet into the wall to use for continuous portal display. How customizable is the portal these days?

I was going to go with a plc to control all my lights and use my existing RA+ for monitoring but like the idea of a hardwire so am considering making the jump.

What issues do you see?

I think your best bet is to use the RANet.
It's an RF wireless option that allows you to control the relay expansion box without the USB connection.
Simply power it and it will pick up signal from the head unit.
http://forum.reefangel.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=4763