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Blue World Aquariums 05-09-2013 06:18 PM

New open-source LED controller...
 
For Kessil A360 pendants, DIY LED setups, and AquaIllumination fixtures.


6-channel dimmable control (3 x 3.5mm jacks)
0-10v analog, PWM, serial
Sunrise, sunset, weather effects (thunderstorm, etc.)
Cross-channel dimming for sun simulation across multiple lights (sun “rises” across tank)
Bluetooth 4.0 Expansion chip available (Android, iPhone control)
Open-source, Arduino compatible

Render of what the final product will look like:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o...ino-render.png

Current prototype:

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-H.../reefduino.png

Website:
http://aquarium-led-controller.com/features/

windcoast reefs 05-09-2013 08:03 PM

Looks great! Can't wait to see it up and running!

Blue World Aquariums 05-09-2013 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by windcoast reefs (Post 817476)
Looks great! Can't wait to see it up and running!

We're just finishing up the latest hardware version and then we will need some testers.

Early prototyping:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-h...arly-proto.jpg

Cjm 05-09-2013 09:35 PM

Looks interesting! Does it deal with the meanwell drivers that domt go below 10%?

Cost?

How are you selecting testers?

ScubaSteve 05-09-2013 09:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue World Aquariums (Post 817484)
we will need some testers

Sign me up as a tester! I was just about to go out and invent a controller for myself. I am currently using a typon controller on my DIY set up but I find it too limited. I'd love to help you guys out where I can (I am an engineer and product design)

Blue World Aquariums 05-09-2013 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cjm (Post 817490)
Looks interesting! Does it deal with the meanwell drivers that domt go below 10%?

I believe this is part of the driver functionality, and not related to the control signal being fed into the driver.
Quote:

Originally Posted by Cjm (Post 817490)
Cost?

How are you selecting testers?

Cost is to be determined, but likely between $130-$150.

We don't have any specific criteria for testers yet, as we're not quite at that stage. Having an appropriate light setup to test the controller with would be a good start!

Blue World Aquariums 05-09-2013 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScubaSteve (Post 817493)
Sign me up as a tester! I was just about to go out and invent a controller for myself. I am currently using a typon controller on my DIY set up but I find it too limited. I'd love to help you guys out where I can (I am an engineer and product design)

We will be in touch! :) ps. your PM box is full

Cjm 05-10-2013 12:06 AM

Meanwell lpf drivers with a diy led system. Total 450 watts

The Grizz 05-10-2013 01:18 AM

Here's my DIY LEDs, the biggest build that I have seen on here thus far. Would be willing to test it out on these.

http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=80996

davej 06-22-2013 08:59 PM

I am in the process of ordering an LED setup for my tank. Would love to be a test subject. I am especially interested in being able to control my lights from my iPhone.
Let me know if you still need testers.
If not do you have a more precise estimate as to when its coming to market?


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