Biomatix Test Thread

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 09:58 PM

I will be documenting my tests of this great new controller!

Here it is getting mounted, I plan on cleaning up the wiring once completely installed

The screen is flickering some they believe it may be a refresh rate problem due to something being knocked loose in shipping, easy fix.

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:00 PM

Tested one Lumenmax elite with Dual Galaxy 250 watt ballast today, Set up the time to come on etc, everything went smooth.

It shows a graphical display of which lights are on...another great feature is the hotbox(similar to DC8 for aquacontrollers) is that the corresponding plug lights up if it is being used so you know if there is power running to each controlled item.

BigAl07 · 09-08-2008, 10:00 PM

What are the "Specs" of this controller?

How does it "do it's thang"?

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:00 PM

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:01 PM

Here is a link to tech specs, and general overview
Biomatix eAquatix™ Controller

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:03 PM

Here is a link to tech specs, and general overview
Biomatix eAquatix™ Controller

Some great features
Plug and Play
USB sensors and eAquatix™ Power Modules allow universal plug-n-play connectivity for easy installation and expansion.

Automatic Shut Down
Automatic shut down capabilities allow users to easily prioritize conditions and limits to to prevent loss of aqautic life.

Built-in Web Server
Easily connect to your eAquatix™ Controller by logging in from any web browser. Using a standard 10/100 ethernet cable, users can connect to their controller with a Static IP or DHCP IP configuration.

BigAl07 · 09-08-2008, 10:05 PM

Me likey

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:06 PM

here is a pic of the screen for example of how you can see whats running etc

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:09 PM

Another great thing I like about this controller is no more buying your own auto top off system, it cuts that expense as it is built into the controller and you can monitor your aquarium levels online to make sure you aren't flooding yoru house while away.

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:10 PM

Water Level Controls

The water level controls use a float switch to monitor the high/low water level conditions of the aquarium. There are two operating modes for the water level control; Fill Mode and Overflow Mode. The user can define up to 3 AC device to be controlled by the Water Level routine.

Fill Mode

In the Fill Mode configuration a LOW float switch state will trigger the AC device output to an ON state. The primary purpose of this mode is to act as a water top-off system. Hence when a low water condition is sensed by the float switch a pump will be turned on to top-off the aquarium with fresh water.

Overflow Mode

In overflow mode the system is designed to turn off the specified device in the event a HIGH water level condition is sensed by the float switch module. This mode is used as a protective element in the event of a water overflow condition such as a leak or pump failure.

saltysupply · 09-08-2008, 10:13 PM

here is one of the best parts...no more buying upgrades and upgrades to get the features you want, it already comes with it....here is a SS of the software, everything is configurable through the server...have your lights been on to long while out of town? turn them off before you go to bed from your computer!

BigAl07 · 09-11-2008, 02:52 PM

We need an update on this controller

saltysupply · 09-11-2008, 03:32 PM

I am wanting to update really bad although Im still waiting for 3 more Lumenmax elites to come in so I can finish the lighting... I will get the PH probe set up today at least

saltysupply · 09-11-2008, 04:13 PM

PH setup is extremely easy...literally go to the ph calibration section...hit continue and it does everything for you, just have to have the calibration fluids and it will time how long to leave in each etc...then your are done.

I'm getting a erroneous reading from inside the tank though I believe from ballast's or pump not sure.

rroselavy · 09-26-2008, 04:43 PM

'Nother bump.

This controller is interesting. Finally a svelte controller designed around ethernet based web server.

Two questions:

Are firmware revisions installed through the web server interface?

How much log data does the unit store internally for graphing, and is that data accessible through the web interface, or does one have to subscribe to the monthly service for access to that data?

09-08-2008, 09:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Biomatix Test Thread I will be documenting my tests of this great new controller! Here it is getting mounted, I plan on cleaning up the wiring once completely installed The screen is flickering some they believe it may be a refresh rate problem due to something being knocked loose in shipping, easy fix. __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread Tested one Lumenmax elite with Dual Galaxy 250 watt ballast today, Set up the time to come on etc, everything went smooth. It shows a graphical display of which lights are on...another great feature is the hotbox(similar to DC8 for aquacontrollers) is that the corresponding plug lights up if it is being used so you know if there is power running to each controlled item. __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
BigAl07 Do I look as lost as I am Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 21,549 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Biomatix Test Thread What are the "Specs" of this controller? How does it "do it's thang"? __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~ *Live Rock Rubble will do the SAME thing as Bio-Balls and is NOT a suitable replacement for BIO-BALLS in a Reef System! It's ALL gotta go!!* Nitrate (NO3) reduction is directly proportional to percentage of Water Change. Allen's home-made formula...currentNO3-((%WC.01)currentNO3)=finalNO3 (thanks Luukosian) This means if you change 50% of your total water volume (That's EVERYTHING) you'll get a net reduction of (NO3) somewhere around 50%. Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube Gone but not forgotten BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef

09-08-2008, 10:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:01 PM	#5 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread Here is a link to tech specs, and general overview Biomatix eAquatix™ Controller __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:03 PM	#6 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread Here is a link to tech specs, and general overview Biomatix eAquatix™ Controller Some great features Plug and Play USB sensors and eAquatix™ Power Modules allow universal plug-n-play connectivity for easy installation and expansion. Automatic Shut Down Automatic shut down capabilities allow users to easily prioritize conditions and limits to to prevent loss of aqautic life. Built-in Web Server Easily connect to your eAquatix™ Controller by logging in from any web browser. Using a standard 10/100 ethernet cable, users can connect to their controller with a Static IP or DHCP IP configuration. __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:05 PM	#7 (permalink)
BigAl07 Do I look as lost as I am Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 21,549 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Biomatix Test Thread Me likey __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~ *Live Rock Rubble will do the SAME thing as Bio-Balls and is NOT a suitable replacement for BIO-BALLS in a Reef System! It's ALL gotta go!!* Nitrate (NO3) reduction is directly proportional to percentage of Water Change. Allen's home-made formula...currentNO3-((%WC.01)currentNO3)=finalNO3 (thanks Luukosian) This means if you change 50% of your total water volume (That's EVERYTHING) you'll get a net reduction of (NO3) somewhere around 50%. Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube Gone but not forgotten BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef

09-08-2008, 10:06 PM	#8 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread here is a pic of the screen for example of how you can see whats running etc __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:09 PM	#9 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread Another great thing I like about this controller is no more buying your own auto top off system, it cuts that expense as it is built into the controller and you can monitor your aquarium levels online to make sure you aren't flooding yoru house while away. __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:10 PM	#10 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread Water Level Controls The water level controls use a float switch to monitor the high/low water level conditions of the aquarium. There are two operating modes for the water level control; Fill Mode and Overflow Mode. The user can define up to 3 AC device to be controlled by the Water Level routine. Fill Mode In the Fill Mode configuration a LOW float switch state will trigger the AC device output to an ON state. The primary purpose of this mode is to act as a water top-off system. Hence when a low water condition is sensed by the float switch a pump will be turned on to top-off the aquarium with fresh water. Overflow Mode In overflow mode the system is designed to turn off the specified device in the event a HIGH water level condition is sensed by the float switch module. This mode is used as a protective element in the event of a water overflow condition such as a leak or pump failure. __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-08-2008, 10:13 PM	#11 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread here is one of the best parts...no more buying upgrades and upgrades to get the features you want, it already comes with it....here is a SS of the software, everything is configurable through the server...have your lights been on to long while out of town? turn them off before you go to bed from your computer! __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-11-2008, 02:52 PM	#12 (permalink)
BigAl07 Do I look as lost as I am Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 21,549 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Biomatix Test Thread We need an update on this controller __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~ *Live Rock Rubble will do the SAME thing as Bio-Balls and is NOT a suitable replacement for BIO-BALLS in a Reef System! It's ALL gotta go!!* Nitrate (NO3) reduction is directly proportional to percentage of Water Change. Allen's home-made formula...currentNO3-((%WC.01)currentNO3)=finalNO3 (thanks Luukosian) This means if you change 50% of your total water volume (That's EVERYTHING) you'll get a net reduction of (NO3) somewhere around 50%. Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube Gone but not forgotten BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef

09-11-2008, 03:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread I am wanting to update really bad although Im still waiting for 3 more Lumenmax elites to come in so I can finish the lighting... I will get the PH probe set up today at least __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-11-2008, 04:13 PM	#14 (permalink)
saltysupply Scopas Tang Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 477 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread PH setup is extremely easy...literally go to the ph calibration section...hit continue and it does everything for you, just have to have the calibration fluids and it will time how long to leave in each etc...then your are done. I'm getting a erroneous reading from inside the tank though I believe from ballast's or pump not sure. __________________ Salty Supply - Saltwater Aquarium Supplies Bubble King Protein Skimmers Zeovit

09-26-2008, 04:43 PM	#15 (permalink)
rroselavy Tunicate Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 20 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Biomatix Test Thread 'Nother bump. This controller is interesting. Finally a svelte controller designed around ethernet based web server. Two questions: Are firmware revisions installed through the web server interface? How much log data does the unit store internally for graphing, and is that data accessible through the web interface, or does one have to subscribe to the monthly service for access to that data?

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