Aqua Computer VISION RGBpx Operating manual

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User and installation manual
User and installation manualUser and installation manual
User and installation manual
VISION RGBpx
aquasuite version X.24
Current as o July 2020
All in ormation contained in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.
All rights reserved.
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Table o contents
Table o contentsTable o contents
Table o contents
1. Pre ace.........................................................................................3
2. Sa ety precautions.........................................................................4
3. Assembly instructions.....................................................................4
3.1. cuplex kryos sTRX4 with VISION RGBpx (21822)..............................4
4. Electrical connections....................................................................4
4.1. USB cable....................................................................................4
5. aquasuite so tware........................................................................5
5.1. Installation o the aquasuite so tware...............................................5
5.2. Basic operation............................................................................5
5.3. Symbols in the headlines................................................................5
6. Overview pages (aquasuite)...........................................................6
6.1. Desktop mode..............................................................................6
6.2. Creating new overview pages and activating edit mode....................6
6.3. Adding new elements....................................................................6
6.4. Editing existing elements................................................................7
6.5. Values and names........................................................................7
6.6. Detailed data elements..................................................................7
6.7. Log data chart..............................................................................7
6.8. User de ined: Images, text, drawing elements...................................8
6.9. Export and import o overview pages...............................................8
7. Data quick view and data log (aquasuite).......................................9
7.1. Log settings..................................................................................9
7.2. Analyze data................................................................................9
7.3. Manual data export.....................................................................10
7.4. Automatic data export.................................................................10
8. Sensor con iguration...................................................................11
8.1. Hardware temperature sensor .....................................................11
8.2. So tware sensors.........................................................................11
9. Display con iguration..................................................................12
9.1. General display settings...............................................................12
9.2. Display screens...........................................................................13
10. RGBpx con iguration.................................................................13
10.1. Create and con igure additional LED controllers...........................13
10.2. Modi y existing LED controllers...................................................13
10.3. Modi y LED assignments............................................................13
10.4. Duplicate LED controllers...........................................................14
10.5. Delete LED controllers...............................................................14
10.6. Sound controlled e ects.............................................................14
10.7. AMBIENTpx e ect.....................................................................14
11. Alarm con iguration..................................................................15
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11.1. Alarm reporting and alarm limits................................................15
12. Pro iles.....................................................................................15
12.1. Manual pro ile selection............................................................15
12.2. Automatic pro ile selection.........................................................15
12.3. Pro ile con iguration..................................................................15
13. System settings VISION RGBpx...................................................15
13.1. Device in ormation....................................................................16
13.2. Factory de aults........................................................................16
13.3. Basic RGBpx settings.................................................................16
13.4. USB power supply.....................................................................16
13.5. Standby behavior......................................................................16
13.6. Firmware update and language selection (aquasuite only).............16
14. Playground (aquasuite)..............................................................17
14.1. Virtual So tware Sensors.............................................................17
14.2. Global pro iles.........................................................................17
14.3. Hotkeys...................................................................................18
15. aquasuite web..........................................................................18
15.1. Data export..............................................................................18
15.2. Data access.............................................................................19
15.3. Data import..............................................................................19
16. Basic settings (aquasuite)...........................................................19
16.1. Language................................................................................19
16.2. Reorder menu items..................................................................19
16.3. Units.......................................................................................20
16.4. Application start-up...................................................................20
16.5. Service administration...............................................................20
16.6. Audio and video.......................................................................20
16.7. Updates and update service.......................................................20
17. Technical details and care instructions........................................21
17.1. Technical details.......................................................................21
17.2. Care instructions.......................................................................21
17.3. Waste disposal.........................................................................21
17.4. Contact Aqua Computer............................................................22
1.
1.1.
1. Pre ace
Pre acePre ace
Pre ace
The VISION RGBpx module is a multi-purpose display and monitoring controller
with integrated OLED display.
As this manual covers all members o the VISION RGBpx series, some chapters o
this manual will not apply to all product versions.
Considering the ast technical development, we reserve the right to per orm alter-
ations to the products at any time. It there ore is possible that your product does
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not correspond precisely to the descriptions or especially the illustrations in this
manual.
2.
2.2.
2. Sa ety precautions
Sa ety precautionsSa ety precautions
Sa ety precautions
The ollowing sa ety precautions have to be observed at all times:
●Read this manual thoroughly and entirely!
●Save your data onto suitable media be ore working on your hardware!
●This product is not designed or use in li e support appliances, devices, or
systems where mal unction o this product can reasonably be expected to re-
sult in personal injury. Aqua Computer GmbH & Co. KG customers using or
selling this product or use in such application do so at their own risk and
agree to ully indemni y Aqua Computer GmbH & Co. KG or any damages
resulting rom such application!
3.
3.3.
3. Assembly instructions
Assembly instructionsAssembly instructions
Assembly instructions
3.1.
3.1.3.1.
3.1. cuplex kryos sTRX4 with VISION RGBpx (21822)
cuplex kryos sTRX4 with VISION RGBpx (21822)cuplex kryos sTRX4 with VISION RGBpx (21822)
cuplex kryos sTRX4 with VISION RGBpx (21822)
The cuplex kryos NEXT ships with a separate installation manual. Install the water
block according to this manual.
4.
4.4.
4. Electrical connections
Electrical connectionsElectrical connections
Electrical connections
ATTENTION: Completely turn o your power supply or disconnect the mains pow-
er cord rom the wall outlet be ore connecting or disconnecting any cables to/ rom
the device!
4.1.
4.1.4.1.
4.1. USB cable
USB cableUSB cable
USB cable
Connector the USB cable to an internal USB header o your motherboard. Take
special care to make sure the pin alignment matches your motherboard!
Pin assignment: Pin 1 GND (black), optional
Pin 2 GND (black)
Pin 3 D+ (green)
Pin 4 D- (white)
Pin 5 +5 V (red)
The corresponding connector on the motherboard is usually
a 9 pin connector with two independent USB ports. Both
rows o 4/5 pins can be used to connect an USB device.
The black wires (GND) are to be connected to the side o
the missing pin, see picture with colored pin assignment.
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5.
5.5.
5. aquasuite so tware
aquasuite so twareaquasuite so tware
aquasuite so tware
The Windows so tware aquasuite is an extensive so tware suite and can be used
or con iguration and monitoring. The so tware is not required or operation
though. All con iguration parameters can be saved into the device's memory.
Please note: Depending on the type o product you are using, some eatures may
not be available or your device.
5.1.
5.1.5.1.
5.1. Installation o the aquasuite so tware
Installation o the aquasuite so twareInstallation o the aquasuite so tware
Installation o the aquasuite so tware
For con iguration and monitoring o our products with USB inter ace, the aqua-
suite so tware is available or download rom our website www.aqua-computer.de.
You will ind the setup program in the support section o the website under Down-
loads/So tware.
The setup program checks all connected USB devices or embedded update ser-
vice periods and o ers various aquasuite versions depending on detected devices.
I no device with update service or the latest aquasuite version is ound, a warning
is displayed and older aquasuite versions that do not require an update service
purchase can be selected or installation. For installation and update service vali-
dation, an internet connection is required.
The latest aquasuite version may also be installed i no suitable update service pe-
riod has been ound in a device. Subsequently, update service may be purchased
or an existing key may be entered within the aquasuite. These unctions can be ac-
cessed in the aquasuite/Updates tab.
5.2.
5.2.5.2.
5.2. Basic operation
Basic operationBasic operation
Basic operation
The program window is divided into two main areas. On the le t side, a list o
“overview pages”, data quick view, data logger, device pages, aquasuite web and
aquasuite con iguration is displayed, the right side shows the details o the current-
ly selected list element. The list can be hidden or restored by clicking the arrow
symbol in the upper le t corner.
List elements may be minimized or maximized or easier access by clicking the title
bar. The title bars may contain various symbols that will be explained in the ollow-
ing chapter.
5.3.
5.3.5.3.
5.3. Symbols in the headlines
Symbols in the headlinesSymbols in the headlines
Symbols in the headlines
Click the plus symbol in the “Overview pages” headline to create a new
overview page.
Clicking the monitor symbol will toggle desktop mode or this overview
page. While desktop mode is active, the color o the symbol will change
to orange.
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Overview page: Clicking the padlock symbol will unlock or lock this over-
view page or editing. Device: Device can not be used due to update ser-
vice problems, see “Updates and update service” or details.
Clicking the gear symbol will access the basic con iguration page o the
selected list element.
In order to save all settings into a device, click the disk symbol in the
headline.
This symbol indicates that communication with this device is not possible
at the moment. Check USB connection and power supply o the device i
necessary.
6.
6.6.
6. Overview pages (aquasuite)
Overview pages (aquasuite)Overview pages (aquasuite)
Overview pages (aquasuite)
Current sensor readings and diagrams rom all supported devices can be dis-
played in overview pages. For each device a pre-con igured overview page is au-
tomatically generated the irst time the device is connected to the PC. These pages
can be individually modi ied and new pages can be created. Within one overview
page, data rom all connected devices can be accessed.
6.1.
6.1.6.1.
6.1. Desktop mode
Desktop modeDesktop mode
Desktop mode
Each overview page can be displayed directly on your desktop. You can enable
desktop mode or an overview page by clicking the monitor symbol in the list o
overview pages. Desktop mode can only be enabled or one overview page at a
time. With desktop mode enabled, elements o the overview page may cover pro-
gram symbols on your desktop, but mouse clicks are transmitted to underlying
desktop symbols.
I a overview page is unlocked or editing while desktop mode is active, the page
will be displayed in the aquasuite window or editing and the current desktop will
be displayed as background or your convenience.
6.2.
6.2.6.2.
6.2. Creating new overview pages and activating edit mode
Creating new overview pages and activating edit modeCreating new overview pages and activating edit mode
Creating new overview pages and activating edit mode
In order to create a new overview page, click the plus symbol in the headline
“Overview pages”.
Existing overview pages can be unlocked or editing by clicking lock symbol in the
page listing.
6.3.
6.3.6.3.
6.3. Adding new elements
Adding new elementsAdding new elements
Adding new elements
I the currently selected overview page is unlocked or editing, a plus symbol is dis-
played in the top right corner o the screen. Click the symbol to add a
new element to the page and select the desired element rom the ollow-
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ing list. All available data is displayed in a tree diagram, click the arrow symbols to
access individual items.
Con irm your selection by clicking the check symbol in the bottom right corner.
The new element will be displayed in the upper le t corner and the con iguration
window is displayed. Con igure the element as described in the next chapters.
6.4.
6.4.6.4.
6.4. Editing existing elements
Editing existing elementsEditing existing elements
Editing existing elements
I the currently selected overview page is unlocked or
editing, right-clicking an element will access a context
menu.
To access the settings o an element, select “Settings”
in the context menu or simply double click the element.
I you want to move an element, “drag” this element
while holding down the mouse button. Release the
mouse button when the element is at the desired posi-
tion.
6.5.
6.5.6.5.
6.5. Values and names
Values and namesValues and names
Values and names
I the currently selected overview page is unlocked or editing, right-click an ele-
ment and select “Settings”. You may also double click the element.
Font ace, size and color as well as position, decimal places and unit can be con-
igured or individual values.
6.6.
6.6.6.6.
6.6. Detailed data elements
Detailed data elementsDetailed data elements
Detailed data elements
I the currently selected overview page is unlocked or editing, right-click an ele-
ment and select “Settings”. You may also double click the element. Apart rom po-
sition, size and color, the style o the element can be selected and con igured. The
ollowing styles are available:
●Headline only: Compact display as a headline.
●Text: Displays the numerical value in a box with a headline.
●Bar graph: Displays numerical value as well as bar graph.
●Chart: Displays the value in chronological sequence as a chart.
●Gauge: Displays the value as a analog gauge.
All display styles o er extensive con iguration options, additionally statistical data
such as minimum, maximum and average can be displayed.
6.7.
6.7.6.7.
6.7. Log data chart
Log data chartLog data chart
Log data chart
This element can be used to display charts on overview pages. The charts have to
be created using the data log unctionality o the aquasuite be ore they become
available or overview pages. Please re er to the next chapter or details. Once a
chart has been con igured, it can be selected rom the “Chart selection” list on the
“Display” tab o the settings dialog.
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6.8.
6.8.6.8.
6.8. User de ined: Images, text, drawing elements
User de ined: Images, text, drawing elementsUser de ined: Images, text, drawing elements
User de ined: Images, text, drawing elements
By using user de ined controls, simple drawing elements such as circles, rectangles
and texts as well as images and more sophisticated elements can be added to an
overview page. To do so, add an “User de ined” element to an overview page.
Switch to the “Display” tab in ollowing dialog box, select the type o element to be
created rom the drop down menu and con irm your selection by clicking the
“Load preset” button. Depending on the type o element, an additional dialog may
appear be ore the code (XAML, Extensible Application Markup Language) o the
new element is displayed in the lower part o the dialog window. You may want to
customize the code. By clocking the “Ok” Button, the new control is saved to the
overview page.
Step-by-step example to add an image: Select “Image” rom the drop down menu
and click the “Load preset” button. Select an image ile using the ollowing ile se-
lection dialog. The code is then displayed in the lower part o the dialog window
an can be modi ied. Save the new control by clicking the “Ok” button. The picture
will be displayed on the overview page.
More complex controls such as data bindings and animations are also available
but will require some programming experience or con iguration.
6.9.
6.9.6.9.
6.9. Export and import o overview pages
Export and import o overview pagesExport and import o overview pages
Export and import o overview pages
Elements and complete overview pages can exported rom the aquasuite and can
then be imported either on the same PC or on other PCs. For export as well as im-
port, the overview page must be in edit mode.
To export a complete page, right click a ree spot o the page and select “Export
page” rom the context menu. To export individual elements, select the element or
elements, per orm a right click and select “Export selected” rom the context menu.
For import, right click a ree spot o the page and select “Import page” or “Import
items” rom the context menu. Using “Import page”, the current page will be delet-
ed and only the imported page items will be displayed, using “Import items” will
add the items rom ile to the current page without altering the existing items. Dur-
ing import, the elements will be assigned to devices using the ollowing scheme:
I a device with identical serial number is ound on the computer, no changes are
made.
I no device with identical serial number is ound on the computer, the element will
be assigned to the irst device ound o identical type.
When importing complex pages with elements re erring to more than one device, it
is recommended to edit the device assignment in the ile using a text editor prior to
importing.
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7.
7.7.
7. Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)
Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)
Data quick view and data log (aquasuite)
All data currently monitored by the aquasuite can be accessed in the “Data quick
view” section. This includes data rom connected USB devices as well as hardware
data supplied by the Aqua Computer background service. Displayed data may be
iltered using the text box next to the magni ier icon, a chart shows the develop-
ment over a maximum o ten minutes. All data shown here is not stored perma-
nently.
In contrast, the “Data log” may be used to selectively and permanently store data
rom all connected Aqua Computer devices and hardware data supplied by the
background service. Logged data can then be analyzed by creating charts or be
exported to iles. Data is only logged while the aquasuite so tware is being execut-
ed.
7.1.
7.1.7.1.
7.1. Log settings
Log settingsLog settings
Log settings
The log settings can be accessed by clicking the “Log settings” element
below the “Data log” headline in the listing. To log data, create a new
log data set by clicking the plus symbol in the upper right corner o the
settings window. Enter name, time interval and con igure automatic deletion o old
data to meet your requirements. You may then add the data sources to log by
clicking the plus symbol in the “Data sources” window section. You may add an
unlimited number o data sources to each log data set, the total number o log
data sets is also unlimited.
7.2.
7.2.7.2.
7.2. Analyze data
Analyze dataAnalyze data
Analyze data
Logged data can be visually evaluated as charts. To do so, select “Ana-
lyze data” below the “Data log” headline in the listing. The chart will ini-
tially be empty, directly below the chart are eight buttons to modi y the
chart. In the lower section o the window, the chart data can be con igured.
To add data to the chart, irst select the “Data sources” tab in the chart con igura-
tion and select a data set to be displayed. I no data sources are available, you
will have to con igure the log settings as described in the chapter “Log settings” o
this manual. Select the time period to be displayed on the right side o the window
and add the data to the chart by clicking the “Add data to chart” button. Repeat
this procedure i you want to display more than one data set in the chart.
You may modi y the chart using the “Chart setup” and “Data series setup” tabs.
Finally, you can use the “Chart manager” tab to save the current chart con igura-
tion and to load or delete previously saved con igurations. All saved chart con igu-
rations will be available on overview pages or the “Log data chart” element.
The currently displayed chart can be edited by using the buttons directly below the
chart and may also be saved as an image ile. The button corresponding to the
currently selected unction is highlighted by an orange rame. Please re er to the
ollowing list or details on each unction:
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To save the currently displayed chart as an image ile, click the loppy
disk symbol and select a name and location in the ollowing dialog.
This unction can be used to add horizontal lines to the chart. While this
unction is activated, simply click into the chart to add a line at the current
cursor position.
This unction can be used to add vertical lines to the chart. While this
unction is activated, simply click into the chart to add a line at the current
cursor position.
This unction can be used to add annotations to the chart. While this
unction is activated, simply click into the chart to add an annotation at
the current cursor position. By clicking into the text box, you may edit the
text. You may also drag the little circle beside the text box to move the connecting
line to the desired position. Use drag and drop to move existing annotations.
This unction can be used to remove horizontal/vertical lines or annota-
tions rom the chart. While this unction is activated, simply click the ele-
ment to be removed.
This unction can be used to move the visible portion o the chart. Press
and hold the mouse button while moving the cursor in the chart to select
the position to be displayed, then release the button.
This unction can be used to zoom in and out. Use the mouse wheel or
select the area to be displayed. You can reset the zoom settings by dou-
ble-clicking in the chart area.
This unction can be used to reload and update the chart.
This unction will completely remove the chart.
7.3.
7.3.7.3.
7.3. Manual data export
Manual data exportManual data export
Manual data export
Saved data can be exported rom the data log into a XML ile. To do so, select
“Analyze data” below the “Data log” headline in the listing. Select the “Data
sources” tab in the chart con iguration and select a data set to be exported. I no
data sources are available, you will have to con igure the log settings as described
in the chapter “Log settings” o this manual. Select the time period to be exported
on the right side o the window and start the export process by clicking the “Export
data” button. Enter a ile name and path in the ollowing dialog window.
7.4.
7.4.7.4.
7.4. Automatic data export
Automatic data exportAutomatic data export
Automatic data export
The automatic data export eature can be used to save data rom the
aquasuite into an XML ile on the hard disk or in the RAM (“memory
mapped ile”) in a regular time interval. The automatic data export will al-
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ways overwrite the previously saved data, so the ile always contains only the most
recent data set. Select “Automatic data export” below the “Data log” headline in
the listing to access the settings screen. Create a new export data set by clicking
the plus symbol in the upper right corner o the screen. Enter name, path and time
interval to meet your requirements. You may then add the data sources to log by
clicking the plus symbol in the “Data sources” window section. You may add an
unlimited number o data sources to each export data set, the total number o ex-
port data sets is also unlimited.
8.
8.8.
8. Sensor con iguration
Sensor con igurationSensor con iguration
Sensor con iguration
Select “Sensors” rom the device list below the “VISION RGBpx” entry. In
the upper area, the seventeen available sensors are displayed including
current data. In the lower area, the currently selected sensor can be con-
igured.
8.1.
8.1.8.1.
8.1. Hardware temperature sensor
Hardware temperature sensor Hardware temperature sensor
Hardware temperature sensor
The irst sensor in the list represents the temperature sensor o the VISION RGBpx
module. The temperature can be displayed either in degree Celsius o Fahrenheit.
The log interval determines the time di erence between sensor data continuously
stored in memory and thereby the time period displayed in charts.
I necessary, each temperature sensor can be calibrated by adding an o set o
±15 °C/°F.
8.2.
8.2.8.2.
8.2. So tware sensors
So tware sensorsSo tware sensors
So tware sensors
The last sixteen sensors in the list are so tware sensors and can be used to transmit
sensor data that is not physically available to the VISION RGBpx module rom the
computer by USB connection.
The log interval determines the amount o time between any two sensor readings
continually stored in device memory and thereby the total time interval displayed in
graphical charts. Select the appropriate unit or each con igured data source as
well. For manipulation o the displayed sensor value, a scale actor and an o set
may be con igured. Data rom third party so tware regularly requires the scale ac-
tor to be adjusted.
Transmission o sensor data via USB inter ace
During installation o the aquasuite, the background service “Aqua Computer Ser-
vice” is also installed. This service supplies various data rom PC components and
imported data rom aquasuite web, additionally sensor data provided by third par-
ty so tware can be accessed. In order to access third party so tware data, the third
party so tware has to be correctly installed, con igured and running.
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Currently, the “Aqua Computer Service” supports data trans er rom “HWiNFO”
(REALiX, Freeware, www.hwin o.com) and “AIDA64” (FinalWire Ltd., subject to li-
cense ees, www.aida64.com).
HWiNFO automatically exports all sensor values, the “Sensor Status” Window has
to be open.
In the AIDA64 pre erences menu, writing to WMI must be activated in the “external
applications” sub-menu:
By clicking the plus symbol labeled “Data source”, one o the provided sensors
can be assigned to the selected so tware sensor.
9.
9.9.
9. Display con iguration
Display con igurationDisplay con iguration
Display con iguration
Select “Display” rom the device list below the “VISION RGBpx” entry. In
the upper area, the ten con igurable display screens are displayed. In the
lower area, the selected screen can be con igured.
9.1.
9.1.9.1.
9.1. General display settings
General display settingsGeneral display settings
General display settings
Display brightness and automatic change o the displayed screen can be con ig-
ured.
As with all OLED displays, the brightness o active pixels will reduce over time. For
a homogeneous wear o all pixels, the display can automatically be inverted hal
o the time. In order to counteract existing wear, the inverted mode can be perma-
nently activated.
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9.2.
9.2.9.2.
9.2. Display screens
Display screensDisplay screens
Display screens
For display mode, ten con igurable screens are available. For each screen, one o
the versatile templates can be selected and con igured. Depending on the tem-
plate, data sources, texts and images can be con igured.
For the audio display pages, audio analysis must be activated and con igured in
the aquasuite, see chapter 16.6.
10.
10.10.
10. RGBpx con iguration
RGBpx con igurationRGBpx con iguration
RGBpx con iguration
Select “RGBpx” rom the device list below the “VISION RGBpx” entry.
Please note that the number o integrated LEDs depends on the product. Irrespec-
tive o the product, 30 LEDs can be con igured in the VISION RGBpx module,
even i a lower number o LEDs is in act integrated in the product.
10.1.
10.1.10.1.
10.1. Create and con igure additional LED controllers
Create and con igure additional LED controllersCreate and con igure additional LED controllers
Create and con igure additional LED controllers
New LED controllers can be added by clicking the plus symbol. Alterna-
tively, use the right mouse button and select “New” rom the context
menu. Select the desired e ect rom the superimposed list o available e -
ects. The controller name can be altered rom its de ault as well. Con irm you se-
lection by clicking the check symbol in the lower right corner.
The con iguration o the newly added LED controller can be modi ied in the lower
area o the window. Most e ects o er extensive customization options such as col-
or selection or speed adjustment. Additionally, many e ects can be con igured to
modi y e ect parameters depending on current sensor data.
In total, up to our LED controllers can be con igured.
10.2.
10.2.10.2.
10.2. Modi y existing LED controllers
Modi y existing LED controllersModi y existing LED controllers
Modi y existing LED controllers
Existing LED controllers can be selected by clicking the corresponding col-
or bars, the con iguration o the selected controller can then be modi ied
in the lower area o the window.
By clicking the gear symbol, the e ect to be displayed can be changed and the
controller name can be altered. Con irm you selection by clicking the check sym-
bol in the lower right corner.
10.3.
10.3.10.3.
10.3. Modi y LED assignments
Modi y LED assignmentsModi y LED assignments
Modi y LED assignments
Existing LED controllers can be moved by using “drag&drop”on the corre-
sponding color bars. The horizontal position o the color bar de ines the
position o the e ect on the connected LEDs. The vertical position deter-
mines the priority o the LED controllers, i multiple controllers are assigned to a
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range o LEDs. Controllers positioned urther up in the list have higher priority than
controllers urther below.
The length o the bar (corresponding to the number o LEDs assigned) can be
changed by moving the right/le t edge o the color bar.
10.4.
10.4.10.4.
10.4. Duplicate LED controllers
Duplicate LED controllersDuplicate LED controllers
Duplicate LED controllers
Select the LED controller(s) to be duplicated and click the duplicate sym-
bol to create new LED controllers using identical con igurations. Alterna-
tively, use the right mouse button and select “Duplicate” rom the context
menu.
In total, up to our LED controllers can be con igured.
10.5.
10.5.10.5.
10.5. Delete LED controllers
Delete LED controllersDelete LED controllers
Delete LED controllers
Select the LED controller(s) to be deleted and click the delete symbol to
delete the selected controllers. Alternatively, use the right mouse button
and select “Delete” rom the context menu.
10.6.
10.6.10.6.
10.6. Sound controlled e ects
Sound controlled e ectsSound controlled e ects
Sound controlled e ects
Sound controlled e ects can be used to visualize the current audio output o the
computer. A warning in the LED con iguration area will noti y you i audio analysis
has been disabled in the aquasuite. In this case, please enable the eature in the
general aquasuite con iguration. The general aquasuite con iguration can also be
used to modi y existing audio ilters and de ine custom audio ilters.
10.7.
10.7.10.7.
10.7. AMBIENTpx e ect
AMBIENTpx e ectAMBIENTpx e ect
AMBIENTpx e ect
The AMBIENTpx e ect replicates the border area o the current monitor content on
the con igured LEDs. This e ect is meant to be used with LED strips installed to the
rear o the monitor or background lighting. A warning in the LED con iguration
area will noti y you i video analysis has been disabled in the aquasuite. In this
case, please enable the eature in the general aquasuite con iguration.
For each con igured AMBIENTpx e ect, please select the correct monitor, edge
and desktop range to evaluate or the e ect.
Prerequisites and limitations:
●The AMBIENTpx e ect requires Microso t Windows operating system version
8.1 or newer.
●Screen content preventing analysis by DRM or similar methods cannot be
analyzed.
●Multi monitor setups must be con igured using standard procedures o the
operating system. Special eatures o the graphics card driver like “NVIDIA
Surround” or “AMD Eye inity” must be disabled.
●AMBIENTpx is not available while “NVIDIA G-Sync” is active.
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11.
11.11.
11. Alarm con iguration
Alarm con igurationAlarm con iguration
Alarm con iguration
Select “Alarms” rom the device list below the “VISION RGBpx” entry.
11.1.
11.1.11.1.
11.1. Alarm reporting and alarm limits
Alarm reporting and alarm limitsAlarm reporting and alarm limits
Alarm reporting and alarm limits
I desired, activate alarm monitoring and set an appropriate alarm limit. I the cur-
rent reading is higher than the limit, an alarm can be raised.
While an alarm condition is detected, the device display will permanently show a
corresponding in ormation screen. Additionally, the RGBpx illumination can be
con igured to lash red.
On the alarm page within the aquasuite, all sources that currently raise an alarm
are highlighted with a red background color. Alarms that have been active at least
once since device start-up, but are not active presently, are highlighted with a yel-
low background color.
12.
12.12.
12. Pro iles
Pro ilesPro iles
Pro iles
Select “Pro iles” rom the device list below the “VISION RGBpx” entry.
The pro ile management can be used to to save our con igurations as
pro iles and activate them manually or automatically. Pro ile manage-
ment is a so tware eature o the aquasuite and requires a USB connection to the
VISION RGBpx module.
12.1.
12.1.12.1.
12.1. Manual pro ile selection
Manual pro ile selectionManual pro ile selection
Manual pro ile selection
Select the pro ile to be activated by clicking the corresponding button.
12.2.
12.2.12.2.
12.2. Automatic pro ile selection
Automatic pro ile selectionAutomatic pro ile selection
Automatic pro ile selection
Pro iles can be activated automatically using the global pro iles eature o the
aquasuite, see chapter 14.2. or details.
12.3.
12.3.12.3.
12.3. Pro ile con iguration
Pro ile con igurationPro ile con iguration
Pro ile con iguration
All con iguration changes are automatically stored in the currently active pro ile.
The current con iguration can also be stored in any other pro ile by clicking the
corresponding button.
13.
13.13.
13. System settings VISION RGBpx
System settings VISION RGBpxSystem settings VISION RGBpx
System settings VISION RGBpx
Select “System” rom the device list below the “VISION RGBpx” entry.
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13.1.
13.1.13.1.
13.1. Device in ormation
Device in ormationDevice in ormation
Device in ormation
The details displayed here might be required when you contact our service or sup-
port. You may enter a “Device description” or easier identi ication, this text will be
displayed in the device list and in the data quick view.
13.2.
13.2.13.2.
13.2. Factory de aults
Factory de aultsFactory de aults
Factory de aults
Click the button “Reset device to actory de aults” in the aquasuite or select the
“Factory de aults” entry rom the menu or a complete reset o all settings. You will
have to completely recon igure the device a ter resetting it to actory de aults!
13.3.
13.3.13.3.
13.3. Basic RGBpx settings
Basic RGBpx settingsBasic RGBpx settings
Basic RGBpx settings
The RGBpx illumination can be completely disabled and the brightness can be re-
duced using a slider.
13.4.
13.4.13.4.
13.4. USB power supply
USB power supplyUSB power supply
USB power supply
The VISION RGBpx module is supplied with power through the USB connection. In
de ault con iguration, power consumption is limited to a maximum current o 0.5
Amps. This value complies with the maximum allowed current according to the
USB speci ication. I a large number o LED is integrated, the brightness is auto-
matically reduced accordingly.
Alternatively, the current can be limited to a higher value o 1 Amp by activating
the check box. Do not use this unction unless the connected USB port is explicitly
Do not use this unction unless the connected USB port is explicitlyDo not use this unction unless the connected USB port is explicitly
Do not use this unction unless the connected USB port is explicitly
speci ied or a current o at least 1 Amp by the manu acturer! I the maximum per
speci ied or a current o at least 1 Amp by the manu acturer! I the maximum perspeci ied or a current o at least 1 Amp by the manu acturer! I the maximum per
speci ied or a current o at least 1 Amp by the manu acturer! I the maximum per-
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missible current o the USB port is exceeded, permanent damage is possible!
missible current o the USB port is exceeded, permanent damage is possible!missible current o the USB port is exceeded, permanent damage is possible!
missible current o the USB port is exceeded, permanent damage is possible! Con-
sult the manual o your motherboard/hub or details or contact customer support
o the manu acturer/importer.
13.5.
13.5.13.5.
13.5. Standby behavior
Standby behaviorStandby behavior
Standby behavior
The standby settings determine, or which USB conditions the VISION RGBpx mod-
ule will enter standby mode. Depending upon con iguration, di erent display
screens will be display during standby mode. Alarm evaluation and RGBpx illumi-
nation can be disabled or standby mode.
13.6.
13.6.13.6.
13.6. Firmware update and language selection (aquasuite only)
Firmware update and language selection (aquasuite only)Firmware update and language selection (aquasuite only)
Firmware update and language selection (aquasuite only)
The most up to date irmware or all supported devices is always included in the
current version o the aquasuite so tware. The button “ Update irmware now” will
start the update process or the device irmware.
During the irmware update process, do not disconnect the device rom the PC
and do not power down the PC! A ter the irmware is success ully updated, the
aquasuite so tware will be automatically closed.
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14.
14.14.
14. Playground (aquasuite)
Playground (aquasuite)Playground (aquasuite)
Playground (aquasuite)
Click the entry “Playground” to con igure Virtual So tware Sensors, global pro ile
management and hotkeys.
14.1.
14.1.14.1.
14.1. Virtual So tware Sensors
Virtual So tware SensorsVirtual So tware Sensors
Virtual So tware Sensors
Virtual So tware Sensors can be used or extensive yet easy to use adapta-
tion and calculation o sensor values using mathematical and logical
unctions as well as ilters.
Create a new Virtual So tware Sensor by clicking the plus symbol in the upper right
corner o the “Virtual So tware Sensors” window. Each Virtual So tware Sensor al-
ways has an “Out” element which will provide the resulting sensor value. In the
settings dialog o this element, the name and unit o the sensor can be con igured.
You can now add data sources and unction blocks to the lower area o the sensor
window and connect inputs and outputs o the blocks with lines. Connect the out-
put o the last unction block with the “Out” element.
The resulting virtual sensor can be used within the aquasuite so tware, or example
or overview pages, additionally it may be transmitted via USB connection to con-
nected devices that eature so tware sensors.
The ollowing (very simple) example calculates the average out o two tempera-
tures:
14.2.
14.2.14.2.
14.2. Global pro iles
Global pro ilesGlobal pro iles
Global pro iles
The global pro ile management can be used to conveniently change set-
tings in multiple devices simultaneously and activate desktop pages. Indi-
vidual actions can be de ined or each o the our pro iles, switching be-
tween pro iles can either be done manually or automatically depending on con ig-
urable rules.
In order to use this eature, set up pro iles within the individual device con igura-
tions irst. These pro iles can then be activated using the global pro ile manage-
ment. Not every type o device supports pro iles.
Buttons in the upper window area can be used to switch between global pro iles.
Alternatively, the pro ile icon in the title bar o the aquasuite window or a pro ile
icon in the system tray may be used.
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Example use cases: Switching o LED illumination settings depending on current
time o day or modi ication o an settings when a graphics application is
launched.
Notice or pro ile activation depending on running applications: During con igura-
tion o the respective rule in the aquasuite, the application to be con igured must
already be running. The application selection within the aquasuite will always show
currently running applications and processes only.
14.3.
14.3.14.3.
14.3. Hotkeys
HotkeysHotkeys
Hotkeys
Hotkeys are key combinations that will be processed system-wide and can
activate global pro iles or desktop pages. The con igured key combina-
tions will be registered in the operating system and be processed by the
background service. I the con igured actions only use the pro ile management,
the aquasuite does not have to be running or hotkeys to be operational; i desk-
top pages are used, the aquasuite must be running.
Do not use key combinations or this unction that are required by other applica-
tions.
15.
15.15.
15. aquasuite web
aquasuite webaquasuite web
aquasuite web
Click the entry “aquasuite web” to publish data on the internet or import data rom
the internet. The server or this service is operated by Aqua Computer and provid-
ed or use with the aquasuite, without warranty or error ree operation or perma-
nent availability. Aqua Computer reserves the right to limit or cancel this service at
any time.
15.1.
15.1.15.1.
15.1. Data export
Data exportData export
Data export
To publish data, create a new export data set by clicking the plus symbol
in the upper right corner o the “Data export” window. The name o the
data set may be modi ied to meet your requirements. You may then add
the data sources to export by clicking the plus symbol in the “Data sources” win-
dow section. By clicking the gear symbol, the name o the corresponding value
can be changed. Up to 30 data sources can be added to each export data set, the
total number o export data sets is limited to 10. All selected values will be trans-
mitted to the Aqua Computer server by the Aqua Computer background service
approximately every 15 seconds, even a ter closing the aquasuite.
Notice regarding data security: All data contained in the con igured export data
sets is transmitted to the Aqua Computer server with transport security. The server
stores the data set in volatile memory until a new data set is received or until 10
minutes have passed. Data received is not permanently stored, data is also not
correlated to IP addresses or other personal data. Data on the server may be ac-
cessed by anyone without restrictions, urthermore automatic data collection and
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recording through third parties is possible. Use the data export eature or data
that you want to publish publicly and are allowed to do so only.
15.2.
15.2.15.2.
15.2. Data access
Data accessData access
Data access
Published data can be obtained rom the Aqua Computer server in vari-
ous ormats. Generally, the “access key” is required to access data.
In addition to access through any internet browser and importing data into the
aquasuite, data is also available in JSON ormat and compatible to Circonus.
Furthermore, the server generates banner images in two di erent sizes rom the
transmitted data, suitable to be included in orums signatures. The code required
or the Aqua Computer orums is provided or your convenience.
15.3.
15.3.15.3.
15.3. Data import
Data importData import
Data import
To import a data set rom the Aqua Computer server, the “access key” o
the data set is required. The access key can be ound in the aquasuite on
the computer providing the data in the “Data access” section.
Create a new import entry by clicking the plus symbol in the upper right corner o
the “Data import” window. Enter the access key o the data set to be imported. Up
to 10 data sets (each containing up to 30 values) can be con igured.
In order to veri y that data is being imported, use the “Data quick view” eature in
the aquasuite. Navigate to “Data rom Aqua Computer service”, then “aquasuite
web”. For each imported data set, you should ind an entry with the name o the
data set containing the individual values. It may take a ew seconds be ore import-
ed data is displayed.
16.
16.16.
16. Basic settings (aquasuite)
Basic settings (aquasuite)Basic settings (aquasuite)
Basic settings (aquasuite)
Click the entry “Settings” below the headline “aquasuite” to access basic
settings or language, units and start-up o the so tware.
16.1.
16.1.16.1.
16.1. Language
LanguageLanguage
Language
Select a language rom the drop down menu. A ter changing the language setting,
the so tware will have to be restarted.
16.2.
16.2.16.2.
16.2. Reorder menu items
Reorder menu itemsReorder menu items
Reorder menu items
The order in which overview pages and devices are displayed in the list can be ad-
justed to you pre erence. Activate the reorder mode by clicking the “Edit menu or-
der” button or by clicking and holding one o the elements or a ew seconds. Sort
the list items by clicking the arrow symbols and exit the reorder mode by clicking
the check symbol on the right side o the window when done.
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16.3.
16.3.16.3.
16.3. Units
UnitsUnits
Units
Select the units to be used or temperature and low values rom the drop down
menus. A ter changing these settings, the so tware will have to be restarted.
16.4.
16.4.16.4.
16.4. Application start-up
Application start-upApplication start-up
Application start-up
You may customize start-up behavior to suit your pre erences. You may also select
to hide the task bar symbol o the so tware when minimized.
16.5.
16.5.16.5.
16.5. Service administration
Service administrationService administration
Service administration
The background service con igures special USB settings or all connected
Aqua Computer devices, provides hardware data, so tware sensors, pro-
ile management and aquasuite web and should there ore always be ac-
tive.
The hardware monitoring eatures o the background service can be disabled or
speci ic categories i errors occur.
16.6.
16.6.16.6.
16.6. Audio and video
Audio and videoAudio and video
Audio and video
The background service can analyze audio and video data and provide it
to connected devices. Both unctions can be enabled and disabled sepa-
rately.
Notices or video analysis: Screen content preventing analysis by DRM or similar
methods cannot be analyzed. I a graphics card is con igured or variable re resh
rate or a modi ied re resh rate, video analysis may ail; please deactivate this unc-
tion in the graphics settings o the operating system i necessary.
16.7.
16.7.16.7.
16.7. Updates and update service
Updates and update serviceUpdates and update service
Updates and update service
For so tware activation, all aquasuite versions starting with version 2017
require an active update service or the initial release date o the respec-
tive version. Update service periods are generally assigned to individual
devices, brand-new devices automatically contain update service or a speci ic pe-
riod depending on the type o the device. For so tware activation, at least one de-
vice in the computer must contain a corresponding update service period that in-
cludes the release date o this so tware version. I a valid update service period is
detected or at least one device, all devices connected to the computer can be
used with this version. It is not mandatory that each device has a corresponding
update service period. For update service validation, the aquasuite requires an in-
ternet connection.
A ter success ul validation, a ile containing current data is stored on the computer.
A re-validation is per ormed only i a new so tware version (update) is installed or
upon connection o new devices. New devices can not be used prior to re-valida-
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