Digital aquatics Archon controller

[Bunkinator]

Hello , are any of you using a Digital Aquatics Archon Controller ? If so did you integrate with your RLK or RKE units ? I understand that the modules and power strips are all back compatible , deciding if I need the entire system , or if I can add the Archon to my existing RKL for the WIFI / app controllable convenience , any first hand user feed back would be appreciated

 

[n2585722]

The Archon will work with most of the RKE/RKL modules. The NET module and RKE/RKL head units will need to be removed from the system. I have the Archon and added it to an existing system. No need for an app. The controller is web based. You just need a device with a web browser.

 

[pickupman66]

I will reiterate what was said previously. The new archon controller would replace your current head unit and net module. From there you can set it up very similar to the way you currently have it by using any internet connected device of your choice. What we have found is that it seems to perform best under Firefox. To give you an idea of how easy the interfaces to use as I had just landed in town I realize that I have not adjusted my LEDs to a higher strength in their ramp cycle. So as I was on the plane I pulled up my external address went to the output tab and made the adjustments all between the time I landed and we taxied to the gate.


By the way my system emailed me tonight to remind me that I have an update to do on it.

 

[Bunkinator]

HELP , bought an Archon , cannot get through initial set up , no directions in the box , worst directions ever on line , I think I have the configuration set up , cannot access the unit to start programming ,anyone have any set up experience , tips ?

 

[Bunkinator]

Sounds awesome if I could get the initial set up done

 

[n2585722]

I am at work at the moment. I don't get home till 7:00pm tonight central time. I can help after that or tomorrow if needed. Did the setup page come up for you at all?

 

[n2585722]

If you still need help let us know.

 

[pickupman66]

Do you still need help?

 

[Bunkinator]

I am at work at the moment. I don't get home till 7:00pm tonight central time. I can help after that or tomorrow if needed. Did the setup page come up for you at all?

Thank you for getting back to me and offering assistance , I was out hiking all day Sunday , spent 1/2 a day Monday on the phone with DA got most of the issues resolved , the initial set up problems were caused by my SSID having a special character , Thanks again for order to assist

 

[pickupman66]

That's good to know. So it didn't like a special character in the ssid?

 

[Bunkinator]

That's good to know. So it didn't like a special character in the ssid?

exactly, I changed/simplfied my network name and was able to connect. system is all up and running, after a few firmware updates and coaching from Eric at DA.