I had no problems, they all sync perfectly. Regardless of which one I choose.did you encounter any issues with the lights not syncing when you send a lighting program to them?
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I had no problems, they all sync perfectly. Regardless of which one I choose.did you encounter any issues with the lights not syncing when you send a lighting program to them?
Wish I can say the same for my lights =(I had no problems, they all sync perfectly. Regardless of which one I choose.
Despite setting the timezone initially, every time I power cycle the light, all settings including WiFi, schedule, and time are lost. Additionally, while I'm running version 2.1.1, you're on 2.1.0, suggesting potential issues with the newer version.
..or learn Chinese. Very useful skillset nowadays.not exactly what you wanted but here’s my recent findings. Down below I wrote how I programmed it; a common problem for users and the biggest hurdle in my opinion:
Previously I ran Kessils for several years... Until they all magically died at the 2 year mark. I liked the look but they didn’t grow things well. I moved on to Radions which grow things really really well but create more of a T5 look (no shimmer). The A7 comes on around noon and runs into the evening so I get a late evening shimmer as the Radions power down on the AB+ schedule.
I purchased an A+ A7 online for less than alieexpress from “aquarium low cost” to add some accent lighting to my tank. It took about 30 days to arrive. I have another 2 on order and they’re taking a bit longer. The power supply died literally within the first 5 minutes so I upgraded it for now (The seller is sending me a new one).
It’s a Kessil A360x (more or less) and unless you have them side-by-side or have run Kessils you won’t know the difference. The light matrix isn’t as tight as the Kessil as others have stated online. Fortunately this is an easy fix by using one of the two included reflectors (90 degree and 55 degree) to redirect and focus the light. I think I paid $115 for the light and it comes with what Kessil charges $50 for in reflectors. The Kessil 35degree reflector also works on the A7 too to get a super tight beam for a clam or Anemone or to roast marshmallows.
It has a single 1/4-20 screw hole on top for mounting. I purchased a 1/4-20 x 1/2” carriage bolt at Lowe’s and an $11 swivel camera mount from Amazon and it slid easily on an RMS mount between my Radions. It can now be directed and locked in place. That thread size is common for mounts for cameras and things so mounting options are nearly limitless.
You will need the app to program it. The knobs don’t do anything meaningful. The problem? It’s in Chinese. They made an attempt at a US app but it’s broken as they forgot to make the “upload to device” button active. So…you HAVE to use the Chinese app.
How to program ANY OF THESE LIGHTS if you don’t speak Chinese: In the instruction manual is a QR code for the apps. DO NOT choose the one with English writing. Choose the Chinese one. Download it on a tablet. I assume most people own a tablet these days but if no, buy one on Amazon for $50 (You are still at less than 1/2 the cost of the kessil).
Download Google Translate on your phone and select Chinese (simplified) to English. Use the photo/live translate button. Hold your phone over the tablet with the app open. Voila! It converts everything on the tablet into English in real time as you use the app on the tablet. The app is just color sliders and setting intensity points on a timeline, saving your program, then uploading it to the device.
I'm pretty good at this (but I always ask Google Translate for the English parts lol)My English is not very good...or learn Chinese. Very useful skillset nowadays.
True. I set it up with the app in English, I don't read Chinese either, I'm Brazilian. Another thing, my aipai app is version 2.1.1...or learn Chinese. Very useful skillset nowadays.
So led board to heat sink there was no thermal compounds of any kind?I’ve taken it apart to apply thermal paste to the heating
Correct, the leds are mounted to an aluminum plate which has contact with the heat sink. No thermal compundsSo led board to heat sink there was no thermal compounds of any kind?
I’ve ordered the A8 Pro (G6 radion clone) and have been happy with it so far. I’ve taken it apart to apply thermal paste to the heating and the components seem to be of high-quality. I’ve had no issues programming the lights in English and any issues that I did have were communicated to the vendor which they quickly solved and pushed updates to the app. I have yet to measure the par coming off of the lights, but they seem to pack a punch. I also made some custom light mounts as I did not like the ones they offered.
I guess I need to get some thermal paste ordered up because I have one of the lights on its way.Correct, the leds are mounted to an aluminum plate which has contact with the heating. No thermal compunds
I don't have this issue, and wasn't it only one person in this thread or did I miss some? Anyways there is a battery on the board, wonder if theirs is dead?I will be going to china this summer where these lights can be gotten even cheaper than on aliexpress. My only concern is this issue with loosing all their settings when power cycled. If that could be fixed then this would be a no brainer for me.