Mine too thursday, I can't wait.

I just ordered my 3rd RKL. Unfortunately DA is out so I ordered from PetStore.com, but I did save on shipping. Now my office tank can have one also .

let me know how it works for you so I can order one also thanks Dave

I ordered mine on Friday and is expected to show up tomorrow.

Can't wait to set it up. To bad it does not have a net module.

I was about to place my order for a RKL just now but DA is all sold out and I'd rather buy directly from the dealer... Is there a waiting list or some sort of mailing I can get that will let me know when I can place my order?

Will do!

There's no waiting list... We'll be getting the next batch in about 2 weeks and you'll be set! No need to get on a list.

Scott
DA

I just went to order one to and seen they were out of stock. Will you update here when you get them back in stock?

Thanks

Yep... We usually post when they come in!

Mine came in today, and I've already got it hooked up and running.

Very Nice!

Bump for a good deal.

This controller is great, and $100 is way worth it.
I'm tempted to buy another one.

I was just browsing here and I saw your question. DA answered just below you about the total power draw BUT I threw together a little project schematic that would let you run the UPS and, if there is a power outage, allow you to shut down high current draw items automatically. They would turn back on when the power is restored while still maintaining all of your other ReefKeeper functions like circulation. The project is actually pretty easy and cheap as long as you have an existing RKM-SL1 or an upcoming RKM-SL2 in your ReefKeeper Lite or Elite setup.

Here is the page for the schematic diagram and explanation.

I know things can get a little confusing. The controller is capable of an amazing number of things if you have the skills to work it out or can find instructions.

I wrote up an explanation for the Auto Top Off with the ReefKeeper Lite. It is rather all encompassing in that it covers a low water condition, emergency shut off if the low water switch should stick and fail to shut down, and low-water protection for your top-off pump if your make-up water level gets too low. This can all be accomplished with three float switches and one switch input on the RKM-SL1 or the upcoming modules RKM-SL2 or RKM-SW5.

ReefKeeper Lite Automatic Top Off

I just hooked up a reefkeeper lite. I have it controlling my lighting, heater, cooling fans, and light fans. How do I program this thing to shut off my lighting if the temp reaches 84 degrees?

If you're already controlling cooling fans then it is quite similar with the addition of an alarm to the mix. (You're controlling the fans based on tank temperature, right?)

The last post on this page on the DA support forums explains how to control lights with heat shut-off:

http://www.forum.digitalaquatics.com/viewt...?f=34&t=816

I just set mine up just like the fans, but instead of turning on, set it to turn off at a little higher temp
I have mine set for heater on at below 78, fans come on at 82, then shut off lights at 84.

Helpful Hint: watch where the temp probe sits, mine was touching something that was cooler,
thus dropping the temp making it think it needed the heater on.
I thought it was strange the heater was on, so i checked and caught it. at 81.2

When will you have the RKL in stock?

Set up an alarm to turn your lights off if the temps get above a certain degree.


I've bought 3 lol.


I bought my last one from petstore.com

They've posted elsewhere that the RKL are in and shipping.

Digital Aquatics has posted on their forum that ordering on the SL2 starts this afternoon with shipping on or before 9/14.

Sorry for not chiming in sooner... what avaloncourt says is correct.

Also, the update for the RKL will be released when we start shipping SL2s this way customers that purchase them in pre-order will be able to interface with that module as well as all the others, (except the NET.)

And yes, RKLs are now in stock.

Scott
DA

Just to post here also for anyone watching this thread and not the SL2 thread...

We've stated that we're ahead of schedule on the SL2 and should be shipping soon. What that means to RKL customers is we'll have the new firmware posted soon that will open up the RKL to all the modules (no NET,) at that time.

Thank you,

Scott
DA

Are there any plans to start including the SL2 in any of the packages? Or will the SL1 always be included?

The RKM-SL2 will not be included in any of the RKE or RKL packages. That's one of the main reasons for the $99.99 RKL system mentioned in this thread. This low cost system allows you to add-on any module you wish while keeping the overall cost down!

The SL2 is quite a bit more expensive than the SL1. We've elected to keep the retail cost down but because of that we're not able to package it with a system and offer a combination discount on this module.

Hope that makes sense,

Scott
DA

RKL Firmware 1.03 posted

is there any 'bug' fixes in the update? asking because I can't get my comp to communicate with the pc4 or head unit, and have not gotten an answer on your help website as to why, except a theory that my usb (version 1) comp needs usb version2 to work with the converter??? so if there are no bug fixes I'm not gonna worry about the update. current installed (when I got it) in my unit is 1.02

If the lite could hook up the the net adaptor and talk to my wireless network, I'd be all over it. The elite is too much money for a nano tank
I love the idea of monitoring the tank remotly on my iphone if I'm away for the weekend.

Here's a short list of the changes:

ReefKeeper Lite Headunit (GC2): 1.03
- Added: Adv Light and Switch functions
- Added: Support for all modules except for the RKM-NET
- Added: Message indication when a non-supported module is connected
- Added: Message indication when the module limit has been exceeded
- Changed: Keylock will no longer cover the bottom line of the display
- Fixed: Various Calibration Bugs
- Fixed: iTemp value swings
- Fixed: No longer set the day of the month to "0"
- Fixed: Timers bug where oscillate could potentially stop if DOW is set

Once again the popular ReefKeeper Lite is back in stock and shipping.

has there been a fix with the ALC to be fully compatible with the meanwell drivers ELN-60-48 D. all it does is turn off and on, not dim up and down.
thanks

Are there plans for the RKL to be able to use the RKM-NET?

no

boo. cuase i'd buy it if it was.

Because of the cost reducing that goes into being able to offer a system at $99.99 there's no way that's possible. That what the RKE is for, high-end product with more features and capabilities.

which ones are lying them or you .

http://www.reefbuilders.com/2009/11/24/ree...net-module-work

What does lying have to do with it? Things change day to day...

His comment was made almost a month ago...

Supply and demand... Selling more RKL's than the Elite would warrant what the RKL owners want...

NET capabilities!

We'll be making some announcements on our site this week about the RKL. The best way to sum it up is this... As we work, optimize and develop our systems, new features are possible and old limitations are overcome. These types of things take a LOT of work so until there's a meaningful break through you wont hear us talking about it or even entertaining it. We don't want to get customers hopes up or mislead them! It's better to error on the conservative side!

Scott
DA

Digital Aquatics has updated their site to include the ReefKeeper Lite plus NET

http://www.digitalaquatics.com/news/liteplusnet

Any plans to offer the SL2 module with the RKL instead of the SL1 at some point? I can't speak for anyone else, but I personally have no use for knowing the ORP in my tanks, would much prefer to know what the salinity is at a glance. I know the SL2 is a bit pricier than the SL1, but perhaps extra sales could be made, possibly making up for the difference?

You can view the answer to that on their support website. They have said explicitly that they will never bundle or exchange the SL2 with a Lite package because it costs more to manufacture the SL2 than the SL1. And, before you ask, I'm pretty sure the same answer probably applies to the announced SL3.

What is the SL3?

So stoked the NET will run on RKL!

Their SL3 is Dissolved Oxygen, pH, Temperature, 2 x switch inputs)

Why is dissolved oxygen measured? Have not read/heard of this.

+1. I don't care if it costs a little more for the SL2 if bundled, but the SL1 is useless IMO over the SL2.

They said essentially the same thing about offering the NET with the RKL.....

I'm with you there. They spent months stating the NET module would never be supported but, in the end, they said that the rewrite of the firmware came up with a way to do it. I don't find the NET on an RKL all that useful with the 4 module limitation. You can (and I did) eat up four modules very quickly. There's so many more important things that can be done on an RKL without a NET module eating up one slot. When asked on their support forum recently they told someone that the 4 is a hard maximum and will never change due to hardware limitations.

just wondering what ever happened to RKL level 2? all i see is level 1 and level 3

I imagine it wasn't that attractive and a poor seller. People purchasing it for an SL1 would probably also want an extra four outlets which would push them right into the next level. I never even gave it consideration when i was making my decisions.

What we said about the NET and RKL was that they weren't compatible. That was a firmware hurtle that, with a LOT of hard work we were able to overcome. The packaging modules is an entirely other story.

Because we offer the Basic packages in both models customers have all the mix and match options they need. We wont package the SL2 because of the manufacturing cost of the module. It's just not feasible if we want to keep the MSRP at it's current price.

Thanks,

Scott
DA



It may not work for you, but others may find it very useful... What it comes back to is options and flexibility! No one setup will work for for everyone! The RKL and RKE give people the option to set up the system they want the way they want! Yes the four module count does limit the "Lite" controller. That's the reason the Elite version is a simple and cost effective upgrade and will work with your initial module investment!

Scott
DA

Actually your word was capable not compatible. 10 days ago you posted on the support forum in response to someone saying they heard that online capability for the RKL was in the works. The reply was...



Not being capable is a Ford Focus trying to tow a 5 ton trailer. Not being compatible is a truck has no trailer hitch. One can be resolved and the other can't.