USB or RS232 module?

[Slick Fork]

Hi there,

I'm picking up an AI Lamp from modularled and want the profilux PlusII to control it. So, I'll need an alternate method to get my laptop connected to make changes but can't seem to find either the USB module or the RS232 module on anybodies website. Could you point me to them?

Thanks

[viper901]

http://www.ghl-direct.com/proddetail.php?prod=PLM-USB


Talk to Gareth at Progressive Reef.. He'll hook you up..

Cheers

[Aqua-Digital]

PLM-USB Out of stock, its on special order as the last one we sold was nearly 2 years ago.

They may have the RS232 though

[Slick Fork]

Oh, Ok... I'll try them to see if they have the RS232 module

If they don't Is it possible to share the RS232 port. E.g. unplug the AI and plug the laptop in to setup the program, and then plug the lamp back in? Or should I just bite the bullet and buy the AI controller

[Aqua-Digital]

No thats a waste of money and huge loss of functionality, I would seriously wait.

[Slick Fork]

What sort of functionality would I lose with the AI controller vs hooking it up to the profilux? The money is kind of moot--$80 for the AI controller vs. $80ish for the PLM USB

Would sharing the sole RS232 port work? I don't really hook up to the laptop that often. Is there any risk to the profilux unit if I've designated the rs232 port for the AI lamp in the menu and then plug into my laptop with it?

[Aqua-Digital]

Hi

yes you cna share the port, you first program the controller to do what you want then plug the lamp in.

GHL has lot more day and lunar functions than the Ai controller, it is also easier to have everything under one hat.

[Slick Fork]

Excellent,

If I can share the port then that will be my short term solution!

Thanks!

[apexifd]

Or connects the profilux through your network cable? That's how I program my profilux.

[RezReef]

I have the same problem...waiting patiently for the PLM-USB...I will try the sharing port n see how that works...so desperately wanting to try out my new AI's

[Aqua-Digital]

You can share the port no issue what so ever.

Give progressive reef a call they have ONE PLM-RS232 in stock!

[Slick Fork]

Thanks again Michael,

Called and secured it! :mrgreen: