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01/19/2018, 09:19 AM | #2576 |
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So I am really wanting to try this project, but since it has been a long time in the running since you started this. I am curious about what the current recommendations are for getting started.
Should I still look for one of those Chauvet controllers as a base, or one of the smart plugs, or just a big 8 outlet surge protector? |
01/19/2018, 09:35 AM | #2577 | |
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I never started out with the Chauvet, because either they were hard to find, or when I did, people wanted stupid money for them. I ended up taking an old APC UPC and redoing the inside. I put in an 8 Channel Relay board, and hooked everything up. I had less than 20 bucks into it. That is my recommended route, if you are comfortable with working with mains voltage. |
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01/19/2018, 11:44 AM | #2578 | |
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Though now i have to know, did you keep the actual battery part of the APC for backup? |
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01/19/2018, 12:08 PM | #2579 |
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Not my first one. The second one, I did, and bought a new battery for it. I used it to keep power on for the heater, micro controller, and pump. Everything else I let be. I was running a DC Pump, and could go 30 minutes with no power.
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01/30/2018, 05:50 PM | #2580 |
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I'm getting this error does anyone know how to fix this all the changes have been made according to the instructions
'time_t' was not declared in this scope |
02/19/2018, 04:32 AM | #2581 | |
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02/19/2018, 08:44 AM | #2582 |
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ronnyking is correct. Also make sure you have the library in the correct folder. An output of your Arduino compiler would be helpful as well.
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05/02/2018, 01:45 PM | #2583 |
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Trouble compiling program
Hi can anyone help I'm having trouble getting the program to compile. I've got all the files from github am I correct in assuming that the libraries have the alterations already made to them.
Cheers Andrew |
05/02/2018, 10:26 PM | #2584 |
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05/03/2018, 02:23 PM | #2585 |
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Ok so after downloading fresh files and clean install of Arduino software I've finally got the code to compile and I didn't need to alter any files. I'm now stuck trying to log in to the controller I've tried using the IP address 192.168.0.15 I've put the index file on the SD card where am I going wrong?
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05/04/2018, 02:26 PM | #2586 | |
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02/09/2019, 02:44 AM | #2587 |
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Anyone doing anything on this design lately? I built this on my first project years ago. So i don't know if it is really being supported anymore. Maybe time to bite the grenade and just get an apex? I'm getting too lazy in my old age.
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Come back from the dead. Not sure what I'm doing at this time.. have a 30 Gallon DT and 20 Sump sitting in mothballs. Other interests DYI, 3D printing, Current Tank Info: 30 gal saltwater and 20 gal sump |
02/13/2019, 01:31 PM | #2588 |
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I still do stuff with this even though I don't have a tank anymore. I know he was working on porting this to a Teensy and adding WiFi, not sure where he is on that portion.
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02/14/2019, 10:02 AM | #2589 |
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project on hold. got busy. still plan on continuing this, maybe later this year after I'm done remodeling the house (my current diy project).
I want to make it simpler. most devices are now 12 or 24v. only heater is still 110v. So I may modify to have 12 and 24v outlets and maybe a few 110v outlets. getting a used apex classic for now is a good option, I think they go for around $200. I think the new apex (even apex el) is overkill for most reefers. |
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