It’s official, Reef Keeper Lite gets NET module access
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We speculated this morning and were spot on as Digital Aquatics officially announced its Reef Keeper Lite will be able to access the NET module with the upcoming firmware version 1.10 that should be available in 4-6 weeks. According to the website:
With our continued development in firmware and technology, we’ve been able to adapt the ReefKeeper Lite to work with the NET module. Originally, we didn’t think this was going to be feasible. With some hard work and improvements, we’ve found a way and this advancement will provide detailed long-term data logging, email notifications and RSS feeds to the ReefKeeper Lite that the NET module already offers the ReefKeeper Elite. Not to mention other future updates scheduled for the NET module!
Even without the NET module, the new firmware will offer plenty of new stuff for the RKL. The firmware upgrade will be a free download for existing owners and all new products will ship with it installed once released. Some of the key highlights for Firmware 1.10 are “Ready-Fit” functions for quick, hassle-free set up of heaters, fans and chillers and new “EasyFlow” menu navigation allowing for quick programming of almost all settings and channel outputs. Â This is some good news offering another upgrade point for budget-conscious reefers. The basic RKL kit retails for $99.99 USD and will be available with the NET module for $379.99 USD. If you already own an RKL or want to upgrade down the road, the NET module runs for $119.99.
Here are the three systems and what they come with. The Basic is a great option for customers that either want a simple setup or are looking to mix and match to create a completely custom control system! Hope this helps understand the pricing a bit better.
Scott
DA
Basic: ($99.99)
1 x Head unit
1 x PC4 (4 outlets)
1 x Temperature probe (iTemp)
Plus: ($279.99)
1 x Head unit
2 x PC4 (total of 8 outlets)
1 x SL1 (Inputs: pH, ORP, Temperature, 2 x Switch Ports)
1 x Temperature probe (iTemp)
1 x FREE Digital Aquatics pH probe
NET: ($379.99)
1 x Head unit
2 x PC4 (total of 8 outlets)
1 x SL1 (Inputs: pH, ORP, Temperature, 2 x Switch Ports)
1 x NET Module
1 x Temperature probe (iTemp)
1 x FREE Digital Aquatics pH probe
November 24th, 2009 at 9:20 pm
Thanks for the update here an on the earlier post. Looks like a $20 savings on the Net module alone with the NET package.
November 24th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
Correct. We did that just like we did for the ReefKeeper Elite (NET) package.
November 25th, 2009 at 12:04 am
Wow. $379 includes NET. Good deal.
I was an early adopter on the RKE (and bought NET as an add-on), and I would have saved a bundle if I had waited for the RKL NET package. Too bad I am no good at waiting…
November 25th, 2009 at 5:35 pm
@rroselavy It’s Murphy’s Law on most big ticket purchases, isn’t it? My friend and LFS owner just picked up two RKL’s to run his 400g show tank and frag tank system. Since he just moved locations (cash flow drain for sure!), he went with the RKL’s and we were talking about how the NET access would help him “rest” easier at night so he’ll be stoked to be able to add remote monitoring down the road. Now I just have to get a grip of folks into the store to buy lots of frags so he can get the NET modules
November 25th, 2009 at 5:44 pm
Keep in mind the 4 module limit! That’s where the RKE comes into play. The RKL is perfect for small to mid level installs. When you’re starting to do higher level controls, you’ll need the RKE! One great thing about the upgrade path from the RKL to the RKE that customers love is that ALL modules from your RKL will work with the RKE so retain your investment! Even using two RKLs on a big tank really limits your ability to integrate features. This will be even more clear in the near future as we start rolling out the 2.0 firmware for the systems!
Have a GREAT Thanksgiving everyone!
Scott
DA
November 25th, 2009 at 5:59 pm
It would be really neat if you could use the NET to remotely control your reef via their iphone app or the NET’s web address.
November 26th, 2009 at 12:08 am
will you be replacing the SL1 with the SL2’s in the RKL bundles?
November 26th, 2009 at 12:13 am
Pretty Sweet!
February 4th, 2010 at 3:16 pm