reef-pi :: An opensource reef tank controller based on Raspberry Pi.

[dmolavi]

I'm having problems with my build if anyone can shed light...https://www.reef2reef.com/index.php?posts/5743491

Thank you in advance.

 

[theatrus]

On my network, I have to use http://reef-pi.lan from my windows machines, but reef-pi.local from the Mac...

The local aliases depend on a lot of variables to make things work, and it may not work correctly in some cases - good tip on the .lan suffix for Windows!

Even though its not very friendly and subject to changes, you can always use the the IP address of the Pi directly (which you can set to static so it doesn't change).

 

[bishoptf]

The local aliases depend on a lot of variables to make things work, and it may not work correctly in some cases - good tip on the .lan suffix for Windows!

Even though its not very friendly and subject to changes, you can always use the the IP address of the Pi directly (which you can set to static so it doesn't change).

Yeah I was trying to think of something easy but with so many router types just not sure there is anything that is super easy. If running a open source router there are a lot more options that are pretty easy.

 

[theatrus]

Yeah I was trying to think of something easy but with so many router types just not sure there is anything that is super easy. If running a open source router there are a lot more options that are pretty easy.

I tell dhcpd to do DNS registrations. Works great except for my TV which announces its self as `localhost.localdomain`. o_O

 

[stefanm]

What kind of router are you using, I just always register dhcp addresses in dns, lots of ways to do things, if you give me the model of your router I will take a peak and see what your options are.

The router is a dlink dsl-2750u.

 

[Zekth]

The local aliases depend on a lot of variables to make things work, and it may not work correctly in some cases - good tip on the .lan suffix for Windows!

Even though its not very friendly and subject to changes, you can always use the the IP address of the Pi directly (which you can set to static so it doesn't change).

I think i may have to work on this part of the documentation. DNS resolution is not a common thing for everyone.

 

[Bigtrout]

Anyone interested in adding a real time clock to reef pi, I did a writeup about adding one of the cheap ds3231 modules on ebay and amazon on my build thread. If you use these cheap modules with a standard battery, theres a possible FIRE or EXPLOSION waiting to happen, I did a write up on eliminating that possibility.
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/my-reef-pi-build-freshwater-style.531338/page-6

 

[Ranjib]

Really baffled me, I spent a good 4 hours trying to figure it out and nada, anyway I've set the router to a static IP address for the pi so now it'll come up without issue on my mobile browser. I use android are you using an iPhone @Ranjib ?

iphone :-/ . which may explain why I dont encounter any of these issues ..

 

[bishoptf]

Anyone interested in adding a real time clock to reef pi, I did a writeup about adding one of the cheap ds3231 modules on ebay and amazon on my build thread. If you use these cheap modules with a standard battery, theres a possible FIRE or EXPLOSION waiting to happen, I did a write up on eliminating that possibility.
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/my-reef-pi-build-freshwater-style.531338/page-6

@Bigtrout is there a specific reason you did not use the adafruit backup battery? - https://www.adafruit.com/product/3386

Just wondering...

 

[Bigtrout]

@Bigtrout is there a specific reason you did not use the adafruit backup battery? - https://www.adafruit.com/product/338

Just wondering...

1. The DS3231 is alot more accurate than the PCF8523 or the DS1307 time clocks.
2. The DS3231 i got on ebay was a US shipper and was 3.95...adafruit was 13.95
3. I had a 5 dollar on anything ebay coupon about to expire so it was free.

 

[bishoptf]

1. The DS3231 is alot more accurate than the PCF8523 or the DS1307 time clocks.
2. The DS3231 i got on ebay was a US shipper and was 3.95...adafruit was 13.95
3. I had a 5 dollar on anything ebay coupon about to expire so it was free.

Can't beat free...minus the explosion part :)

 

[Bigtrout]

Can't beat free...minus the explosion part :)

Thats why i did the write up, its a cheap option all over ebay...as long as you either use a rechargable lithium, or if using a standard cr2032 coin cell, you disable the crude charging circuit.
Since lithium ion is a no no for air shipping, sellers have been selling these with a coin cell and its dangerous....thus the write up!

 

[bishoptf]

Thats why i did the write up, its a cheap option all over ebay...as long as you either use a rechargable lithium, or if using a standard cr2032 coin cell, you disable the crude charging circuit.
Since lithium ion is a no no for air shipping, sellers have been selling these with a coin cell and its dangerous....thus the write up!

Yup good to go now, crazy that they ship them that way, would think they would sell both versions but removing the resistor seems to be an easy fix.

 

[Ranjib]

Current status :-)

 

[bishoptf]

Current status :)

Stunning pictures as always..:)

 

[Bigtrout]

Current status :)

Quit posting that stuff...makes me want to do a saltwater setup ;)

 

[theatrus]

Love the bubblegum digi

 

[stefanm]

Anyone interested in adding a real time clock to reef pi, I did a writeup about adding one of the cheap ds3231 modules on ebay and amazon on my build thread. If you use these cheap modules with a standard battery, theres a possible FIRE or EXPLOSION waiting to happen, I did a write up on eliminating that possibility.
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/my-reef-pi-build-freshwater-style.531338/page-6

I had one catch on fire on my lighting controller took out most components with it, when I rebuilt it I bought a branded battery, been running without issue now for 8 months touch wood.

 

[Bigtrout]

I had one catch on fire on my lighting controller took out most components with it, when I rebuilt it I bought a branded battery, been running without issue now for 8 months touch wood.

Wow

 

[bishoptf]

Quit posting that stuff...makes me want to do a saltwater setup ;)

I know, although I am getting pretty good at growing algae :)