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Twinstar Controller

agol77

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Hi all

I had one of the controllers for the Twinstar lights from Aquarium Gardens delivered today, but I’m really dense with technology, and can’t work out how to set it up with a ramp up and down.

The instructions are quite limited, so I’m wondering if anyone has a link to more info? If not, I’ll call Dave at the weekend, when I’m not at work.

https://www.aquariumgardens.co.uk/led-controllerdimmer-for-twinstar-lights-3615-p.asp

Many thanks


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Its point to point so zero being off 100 being full mine is set as follows
0 - 16.00hrs
50- 17.00hrs
70- 19.00hrs
70-21.00hrs
50-2200hrs
0-2300hrs
Hope this helps
 
Its point to point so zero being off 100 being full mine is set as follows
0 - 16.00hrs
50- 17.00hrs
70- 19.00hrs
70-21.00hrs
50-2200hrs
0-2300hrs
Hope this helps
Can you please explain how we can put it to 70% intensity for the whole photoperiod from the beginning till the end?
 
Yes you need to remember it is always trying to ramp to the next percentage setting.

So you need to hold it there to keep it constant as per Trevor’s settings.

Nb. Best to include the ramp up/down period in your overall lighting period rather than Just adding it on.
 
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I jus r like mine to come up slower and not be to intense for the hole photo period to help reduce algee issues I could go from 0-70 in the 3hrs I guess
0 - 16.00hrs
70- 19.00hrs
70-21.00hr
0-2300hrs
 
I think i got it..
So if i want it to remain constant at 70% for 6 hours i should configure it like this:

0%- 16.00 hrs
70%- 16:15 hrs
70% - 22.00hrs
0% - 22.15hrs
Am I right?
 
Thanks chaps, I think I have it sorted now.

I also spoke to Dave at Aquarium Gardens earlier, and he told me about this YouTube clip.

 
Hi all,

For anyone who still needs help, this thread is one I found helpful and in particular, this post:

I’ve just set mine up and has ran perfectly the first time. I have only had one cycle out of it but I’m sure all will be well. I ordered the s2pro version, which did you get and what is the issue your having exactly?

Here is a brief breakdown of the programming, it maybe something else your having issue with but thought it worth adding this just incase it is something obvious:

Press and hold ‘mode’ button until you get the 1st program setting flashing up, then you can start programming.
Your first timer setting should be the time you want it to come on but at a 0% intensity, the second timer program is what intensity you would like it to reach by a particular time, for example timer program 1 say 9.00am at 0% then timer 2 at 9.30am at 50%. That will offer a sunrise from 9.00am to 9.30am up to 50% light intensity. The next input of 3 could be when you want your photoperiod to run to and then begin ramping down from, say at 5.00pm. So program 3 would be 5.00pm at 50% again, then program 4 at 5.30pm at 0% intensity. This would offer a sunset period from 5.00pm at a maximum 50% to zero at 5.30pm when lights would be totally off. The rest of the programmes to 8 are just left unused.

Cheerio
Ady.

Regards

Michael
 
I'm having issues with mine, after lights off (10PM) about 30 minutes after it will flash on and off intermittently for about 20 seconds, then repeat this 5 minutes later and this happens for about 2 hours.

Using it with the Chihiros A901 plus rated at 95W, max W for the S2 pro is 100W so I have no idea why this is happening? I doesn't have this issue with the Twinstar 450E.

TIA
 
I'm having issues with mine, after lights off (10PM) about 30 minutes after it will flash on and off intermittently for about 20 seconds, then repeat this 5 minutes later and this happens for about 2 hours.

Using it with the Chihiros A901 plus rated at 95W, max W for the S2 pro is 100W so I have no idea why this is happening? I doesn't have this issue with the Twinstar 450E.

TIA

No idea what’s happening there, I’m afraid. Mine is working perfectly with the Twinstar, and I’ve not had that issue. I hope you get it sorted.


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A smidgen off topic, but it's so similar I didn't want to create a new thread.

I've been looking at the same S2-Pro LED Light Controller, but on ebay for less than half price. Looks identical, so I'm fairly certain its the same.
I'm wondering if it will be compatible with the RGB LED strip set that I used to make my light?
It seems to have the right connectors to sit between the transformer and receiver.
I asked both sellers, but they don't give a hoot...I was hoping some of you guys have a spare hoot or two!

LEDStripController.jpg
 
I'm having issues with mine, after lights off (10PM) about 30 minutes after it will flash on and off intermittently for about 20 seconds, then repeat this 5 minutes later and this happens for about 2 hours.

Using it with the Chihiros A901 plus rated at 95W, max W for the S2 pro is 100W so I have no idea why this is happening? I doesn't have this issue with the Twinstar 450E.

TIA

Does the device have a reset button? Or a clear all settings button?. I've had accasionaly the same issue but with another PWM dimmer. Electronicaly both work with the same chip and eprom.. A push on the reset button on mine solved it.. If your's doesn't have this button than it might have a clear all memory button and reprogram it again.

Other thisngs you can check physicaly is if the PSU connector has a tight fit and propper connection.. Wiggle it and see what happens...
 
Hi, Do you know what is the adapter that is required to connect the S pro dimmer to Twinstar 600S ? Thanks.
 
Hi everyone,
I need some advice as I have the light dimmer and I'm looking to set it up to have it on for 6 hours a day with the co2 coming on 3 hours before the light and 3 hours turn off before the light turns off. I'm still new to having a light dimmer and just want to make sure I have it all well timed and would like your all advice. below is what im looking to set the light unit dimmer on please tweak it if I have done anything wrong I would much apricate it :D

2pm-0%
3pm-25%
4pm-40%
5pm-55%
6pm-45%
7pm-30%
8pm-25%
9pm-10%
10pm-0%
 
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