ATI Powermodule Hybrid Club

Bronx19 said:
Are these hybrids reliable now?
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I bought 2 Powermodules. Both failed within the first 2 years. I fixed the first one myself, and I am hoping I can fix the second myself as well. For a $2000 unit I am extremely disappointed in the reliability, but the results and ease of control as regards the dimming and the LEDs are simply not available in any other fixture. Conversely I have a Hamilton fixture I keep over my frag tank. It is caked with salt creep and is over a decade old and has never had a single problem but then the electronics are all remote, it's not dimmable, and it generates a ton of heat. Also, I have a dimmable Sunpower made by ATI that I dropped into the tank and it still works fine and has never had a hiccup. My guess is the LEDs produce damaging amounts of heat that is not adequately compensated for in a fixture that is too tight.
 
I'd love the convenience of LED and control all in one, but they just look too fragile. Might have to stick with the Sunpower line and stick an a360 on it.
 
JPMagyar said:
I bought 2 Powermodules. Both failed within the first 2 years. I fixed the first one myself, and I am hoping I can fix the second myself as well. For a $2000 unit I am extremely disappointed in the reliability, but the results and ease of control as regards the dimming and the LEDs are simply not available in any other fixture. Conversely I have a Hamilton fixture I keep over my frag tank. It is caked with salt creep and is over a decade old and has never had a single problem but then the electronics are all remote, it's not dimmable, and it generates a ton of heat. Also, I have a dimmable Sunpower made by ATI that I dropped into the tank and it still works fine and has never had a hiccup. My guess is the LEDs produce damaging amounts of heat that is not adequately compensated for in a fixture that is too tight.
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Joe,
Glad to finally see another post from you :) Hope you are doing well.

IIRC you ran the spectra, then tried the pacsun hybrid and now obviously the ATI hybrid. How would you compare the two hybrid fixtures?

(I am running the pacsun myself (8xT5/145W LED) It is great, but the fan noise alone makes me regret not going for the spectra tbh...)
 
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JPMagyar said:
Keith -

Not sure how often you check this forum, and I will certainly call tomorrow, but i was planning on working on my fixture today when I realized that unlike my previous problem last November, I have 4 lamps not working (the 4 on the inside).

Does this mean I need 2 ballasts? What should I do to trouble shoot? If it is the ballast, does ATI still sell ballasts for my generation of Powermodules?

Thanks.

Joe

P.S. For everyone else I have been running the fixture with only the 4 outer lamps for about 9 months and my corals still look fabulous not to mention the bulbs are almost 2 years old now (yes - I tried new lamps in the slots that are not working) so long story short 99% of the time the fixtures we have provide more than adequate light.
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Hello Joe,

I try to stay on top of these threads, but not over the weekend.

This would be best to troubleshoot via a support ticket, please shoot us an email at customercare@ our domain (the North America domain).

We DO still have all the parts available for all versions of Powermodules.

Regarding reliability. I actually deal with very few issues with the LED Powermodule, however perhaps people do not know we are available to help?

Also the fixtures are very repairable. Parts are available and we are here to help troubleshoot.
 
paal said:
Joe,
Glad to finally see another post from you :) Hope you are doing well.

IIRC you ran the spectra, then tried the pacsun hybrid and now obviously the ATI hybrid. How would you compare the two hybrid fixtures?

(I am running the pacsun myself (8xT5/145W LED) It is great, but the fan noise alone makes me regret not going for the spectra tbh...)
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Thanks. I've been really struggling with whether or not to continue in the hobby because so much else is going on in my life. Fortunately, my system is large enough it remains very stable with little input.

As to the Pac Sun vs. ATI. I do not have scientific evidence, but it is my opinion as a hobbyist that there was simply something not good about the LED setup in the Pac Sun fixtures. They tended toward a "disco ball" effect, and I really felt that my corals didn't like them no matter how high I hung the fixture. With the ATI I now run the LEDs at 100% but only for a few hours per day and my corals never looked better so I can't say enough good things about the ATI hybrid. I think it is simply the best lighting option available today even with the issues of occasional ballast failures.

Keith@ ATI NA said:
Hello Joe,

I try to stay on top of these threads, but not over the weekend.

This would be best to troubleshoot via a support ticket, please shoot us an email at customercare@ our domain (the North America domain).

We DO still have all the parts available for all versions of Powermodules.

Regarding reliability. I actually deal with very few issues with the LED Powermodule, however perhaps people do not know we are available to help?

Also the fixtures are very repairable. Parts are available and we are here to help troubleshoot.
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Keith - I will certainly be in contact to set up a support ticket. As much as I am frustrated by the failures I experienced I can not say enough good things about the support I received with my first issue and I expect this time around will be no different.

Joe
 
Dugless said:
I just plugged my 39w 8 bulb hybrid in and it took nearly 45 seconds for the light to come on. Is this normal?
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Actually I'd say 45 seconds is super fast. Usually it takes a couple minutes to fully boot up. I suppose the light could come on at 45 seconds but more than likely the WiFi wasn't yet available for another couple of minutes (when both Green indicators are solid).

This information is based on it being a Black WiFi version. The older versions did come on quicker, usually not instantly.
 
Chrisrush said:
Does anyone have a program they really like and would care to share?
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This will only work if you have the same number of LED spots. IE: a 60" program being shared with a 60" user. I am pretty sure you cannot share your 60" program with a 48" user.

I would be happy to try it if you like, but I am pretty sure it will reject it since it doesn't have the right programming for the fixture.
 
Bronx19 said:
Are these hybrids reliable now?
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I have had mine going on my second year and it's my favorite light. I have used radions, kessils, metal halide, mitras.nothing comes close to the ati powermodule. I thought my fans stopped working but that was just me not knowing that they only come on at a certain temperature. But I did order some fans just in case they should fail.
 
Chrisrush said:
Thanks Keith. I don't have a Wi-Fi unit. Not sure if it matters.

What's the email?


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The version of the fixture does matter, but I have a nonWifi program I can share too.

Our domain is atinorthamerica.com use customercare@ that domain. (trying to avoid bots picking up our email and spamming us..)
 
I just received the white WiFi 60' Powermodule Hybrid (merry xmas to me) and thought I'd share my experiences -

I ordered it through a local retailer (Australia) so it was shipped from Germany to the store and then on to me. It arrived well packed and in good condition, just one or two minor issues. A slightly pushed in vent grate which was easily bent back out. One of the reflectors has a tiny ding in it but I suspect not even enough to notice it when the light is on. Not bad for all the transit.

Now for my idiot moment - I don't have a Windows device. Didn't even think of it after researching the light for months. I think I just assumed that I could program it through the control box/ballast/power unit and at some point get a compatible device. Unfortunately there's no screen or controls on the box anymore because, duh, Wi-Fi. Tried to run a windows emulator on the mac to run Light Studio but to no avail. Looks like like I need a new device unless someone else has an awesome work around.

None of that is ATIs fault of course (except the picture of a Macbook running Light Studio on the ATI Aquaristic Site - confusing). It's heavy, well built and looks amazing.
 
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Punchanello said:
I just received the white WiFi 60' Powermodule Hybrid (merry xmas to me) and thought I'd share my experiences -

I ordered it through a local retailer (Australia) so it was shipped from Germany to the store and then on to me. It arrived well packed and in good condition, just one or two minor issues. A slightly pushed in vent grate which was easily bent back out. One of the reflectors has a tiny ding in it but I suspect not even enough to notice it when the light is on. Not bad for all the transit.

Now for my idiot moment - I don't have a Windows device. Didn't even think of it after researching the light for months. I think I just assumed that I could program it through the control box/ballast/power unit and at some point get a compatible device. Unfortunately there's no screen or controls on the box anymore because, duh, Wi-Fi. Tried to run a windows emulator on the mac to run Light Studio but to no avail. Looks like like I need a new device unless someone else has an awesome work around.

None of that is ATIs fault of course (except the picture of a Macbook running Light Studio on the ATI Aquaristic Site - confusing). It's heavy, well built and looks amazing.
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You can use the wifi version with any device! You don't need windows and you don't need ATI Light Studio software.

I can send you the ATI North America quick start guide if you wish to email us. We don't service Australia (we made the document) but I am happy to provide it.
 
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