GHL ProfiLux 4 Operating instructions

ProfiLux 4
Programming Guide
Valid from firmware-version 7.02
As of 2017-02-06

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Table of Contents
PREFACE.................................................................................................................................................................... 6
GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR GHL PRODUCT ..........................................................................................................................6
ABOUT THIS PROGRAMMING GUIDE.......................................................................................................................................6
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................................................................................................................7
INTENDED USE ...................................................................................................................................................................7
1FUNCTIONALITY AND OPERATING CONCEPT ..................................................................................................... 7
1.1 FUNCTIONALITY OF THE P4.......................................................................................................................................7
1.2 OPERATING CONCEPT ...........................................................................................................................................10
1.3 EXAMPLES OF SETTINGS.........................................................................................................................................10
1.3.1 How to setup Temperature control .........................................................................................................10
1.3.2 How to set the Illumination? ...................................................................................................................10
1.3.3 How to set the Level control? ..................................................................................................................11
1.3.4 How to set the Current pump control? ....................................................................................................11
1.3.5 How to set Dosing or Timer activities? ....................................................................................................11
1.4 FEATURES /RESOURCES ........................................................................................................................................11
1.5 NUMBERING AND DISPLAY OF RESOURCES ................................................................................................................11
2CLOCK.............................................................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 TIME &DATE,DCF ..............................................................................................................................................12
2.2 REMINDERS.........................................................................................................................................................13
2.3 TIMERS ..............................................................................................................................................................14
2.4 DOSING PUMP.....................................................................................................................................................17
2.5 LOCATION...........................................................................................................................................................19
3ILLUMINATION ................................................................................................................................................ 19
3.1 ILLUMINATION RUN ..............................................................................................................................................20
3.2 COPY AN ILLUMINATION RUN USING GCC.................................................................................................................21
3.3 TIME SHIFT WITH GGC ..........................................................................................................................................21
3.3.1 Time shift during clouds ..........................................................................................................................21
3.3.2 Time shift for Illumination Run ................................................................................................................22
3.4 MANUAL ILLUMINATION........................................................................................................................................23
3.5 CLOUDS..............................................................................................................................................................24
3.6 MOON ...............................................................................................................................................................24
3.7 RAINY DAYS ........................................................................................................................................................25
3.8 BURNING-IN........................................................................................................................................................25
3.9 OPERATING HOURS...............................................................................................................................................26
3.10 THUNDERSTORMS ................................................................................................................................................26
3.11 TEMPERATURE-DEPENDENT LIGHT REDUCTION ...........................................................................................................27
3.12 VARIABLE ILLUMINATION .......................................................................................................................................29
3.13 MITRAS LIGHTBAR................................................................................................................................................29
3.14 LIGHT DEMO........................................................................................................................................................29
3.15 TIME LAPSE .........................................................................................................................................................30
3.16 ACCLIMATION......................................................................................................................................................30
3.17 SHIFT CURVES......................................................................................................................................................31
4EXTRAS ............................................................................................................................................................ 31
4.1 MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................................31
4.2 FEEDING PAUSE ...................................................................................................................................................33
4.3 INTERNAL TIME....................................................................................................................................................34
4.4 INFO &SUPPORT .................................................................................................................................................34
4.5 CURRENT ............................................................................................................................................................34

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4.5.1 Nocturnal Change....................................................................................................................................35
4.5.2 Group Settings .........................................................................................................................................35
4.5.3 Pump Settings..........................................................................................................................................39
4.6 EHEIM................................................................................................................................................................39
4.7 DISPLAY..............................................................................................................................................................40
4.8 MEASUREMENT DATA...........................................................................................................................................40
4.9 LANGUAGE..........................................................................................................................................................42
5SENSOR SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................... 42
5.1 ACTIVITY.............................................................................................................................................................43
5.2 NOMINAL VALUE..................................................................................................................................................43
5.3 OPERATION HOURS ..............................................................................................................................................45
5.4 HYSTERESIS .........................................................................................................................................................45
5.5 ALARM...............................................................................................................................................................46
5.6 NOCTURNAL CHANGE............................................................................................................................................48
5.7 SUMMER SWITCHING............................................................................................................................................49
5.8 THERAPY ............................................................................................................................................................50
5.9 CALIBRATION.......................................................................................................................................................50
5.9.1 General ....................................................................................................................................................51
5.9.2 Calibration Tolerance ..............................................................................................................................51
5.9.3 Overview of the Calibration values..........................................................................................................52
5.9.4 Temperature Sensor (Analog)..................................................................................................................52
5.9.5 pH Sensor.................................................................................................................................................53
5.9.6 Redox-Sensor ...........................................................................................................................................53
5.9.7 Conductivity.............................................................................................................................................54
5.9.8 Oxygen Sensor .........................................................................................................................................55
5.9.9 Control of Sensor calibration ...................................................................................................................56
5.10 DISPLAY..............................................................................................................................................................57
5.11 COOLING DIFFERENCE ...........................................................................................................................................58
5.12 EXTENSION..........................................................................................................................................................58
5.13 MEASUREMENT RANGE .........................................................................................................................................59
5.14 DENSITY OFFSET ..................................................................................................................................................59
5.15 1-10 VMAX.AT…................................................................................................................................................59
5.16 CURRENT ACTUAL VALUE .......................................................................................................................................60
5.17 OPERATION MODE CONTROLLER .............................................................................................................................60
5.18 SIGNAL FILTER .....................................................................................................................................................61
6LEVEL ............................................................................................................................................................... 61
6.1 CONTROL............................................................................................................................................................63
6.1.1 Operation Mode ......................................................................................................................................63
6.1.2 Maximum on-time...................................................................................................................................64
6.1.3 Automatic Error reset ..............................................................................................................................65
6.1.4 Sensor select ............................................................................................................................................65
6.2 INPUT ................................................................................................................................................................65
6.2.1 Reaction Time ..........................................................................................................................................65
6.2.2 Input Inverse............................................................................................................................................65
6.3 ERROR RESET ......................................................................................................................................................66
6.4 DIAGNOSTIC ........................................................................................................................................................66
6.5 START WATER CHANGE .........................................................................................................................................66
7FLOW............................................................................................................................................................... 66
7.1 ALARM THRESHOLD ..............................................................................................................................................67
7.2 CALIBRATION.......................................................................................................................................................67
7.3 NOMINAL VALUE..................................................................................................................................................67
7.4 CONNECTED AT LEVEL-SENSOR................................................................................................................................67

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8SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................................................... 68
8.1 FACTORY SETTINGS...............................................................................................................................................68
8.2 PIN ...................................................................................................................................................................68
8.3 SOCKET OUTLET FUNCTION ....................................................................................................................................68
8.4 1-10 VINTERFACE ...............................................................................................................................................71
8.5 PROGRAM LED....................................................................................................................................................73
8.6 COMMUNICATION ................................................................................................................................................74
8.7 ALARM...............................................................................................................................................................74
8.8 VIRTUAL PROBES..................................................................................................................................................75
8.9 DIGITAL POWERBARS ............................................................................................................................................76
8.10 CONFIGURE PTC ..................................................................................................................................................78
8.11 DALI .................................................................................................................................................................78
8.12 DIGITAL INPUT.....................................................................................................................................................79
8.13 MYGHL..............................................................................................................................................................79
9PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC.................................................................................................................................. 80
Below is the menu structure of the ProfiLux 4. These are the options available to you when
you operate the P4 through the device’s Control Pad. (This structure is also similar to the
layout seen in the PC-Software, GHL Control Center (GCC).

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Clock
TIme & Date,
DCF
Reminders
Timers
Dosing
pump
Location
Illumination
Illumination
run
Manual
illumination
Clouds
Moon
Rainy days
Burning-in
Operating
hous
Storms
Temperature
-dependent
lightreductio
n
Variable
Illumination
Mitras
Lightbar
Lightdemo
Time lapse
Acclimation
Shift curves
Extras
Maintenance
Feeding
pause
Internal time
Info &
Support
Current
Eheim
Display
Measuremen
t data
Language
Sensor
settings
Activity
Nominal
value
Operation
hours
Hysteresis
Alarm
Nocturnal
change
Summer
switching
Therapy
Calibration
Display
Cooling
difference
Extension
Measuremen
t range
1-10 V maxi.
at
Density
offset
Current
actual value
Operation
mode control
Signalfilter
Level
Control
Input
Diagnostic
Start water
change
Error reset
System
Factory
settings
PIN
Socket outlet
function
1-10 V
interface
Program LED
Communikati
on
Alarm
Virtual
probes
Digital
powerbars
Configure
PTC
DALI
Digital inputs
myGHL

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Preface
This manual is a supplement to the ProfiLux® 4Instruction manual. This Programming
Guide is based on these operating instructions and cannot replace them in any
circumstances.
Get the Most out of your GHL Product
GHL products are well-equipped with simple and intuitive features. In order to get the most
out of our products, we recommend you read our Programming Guide and Instruction
Manual together. Doing so will provide you with the most profound details for using our
product. These documents can be downloaded from our website’s download area (Support-
>Downloads). Visit our homepage at www.aquariumcomputer.com , our Support forum or
visit us on Facebook to become a GHL-Product expert and fully utilize the full range of
functions offered from your device!
About this Programming Guide
The information provided by this guide is primarily based on setup and configuration via the
ProfiLux 4 display. When you configure the ProfiLux 4 via GHL Control Center, setup will slightly
differ from the descriptions shown in this guide. Individual settings are however, identically
displayed on the device and GHL Control Center.
Please read these instructions carefully before operating the ProfiLux 4.
GHL products are built with maximum security and safety in mind. However, product safety
for this device can only be guaranteed if you follow these guidelines.
Anyone who uses this device must become familiar with the following safety instructions and
the operation of the device.
Failure to follow these instructions will void any warranty claims.
In this manual, the following symbols are used:
TIP
General note, tip or advice.

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WARNING
Important note for operation, to avoid damage to the equipment, and for
your safety.
Safety Instructions
WARNING
This equipment must not be used:
By small children and vulnerable persons with limited physical,
sensory or mental capabilities.
By people who are unfamiliar with the functions of this product.
Intended Use
The ProfiLux 4 is exclusively for use in the domestic area. Only GHL accessories may be
connected directly to the ProfiLux 4 controller.
Make sure to keep the device away from splashing water, moisture or other liquids.
This controller is for monitoring and controlling aquarium functions and is exclusively for
indoor usage. ProfiLux 4 must be kept dry at all times.
For your own safety, please read the hazard prevention and safety instructions in the
chapters that follow. These precautionary tips are also found in the ProfiLux 4 Instruction
Manual.
1Functionality and Operating Concept
1.1 Functionality of the P4
The following graphic gives you a rough overview of the functionality of the ProfiLux 4
Aquarium Controller. It also shows the interaction of the different system components.
DANGER
Warning that non-compliance can result in injury or damage to the device.

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DANGER
Please note the following:
The ProfiLux 4 Controller and its components (ProfiLux 4 System)
perform measurement, control, and control tasks based on your
settings.
There is no plausibility check of the settings you have made.
The controller's factory settings must be adapted to the
requirements of your aquarium.
You are solely responsible for the plausibility of your computer
settings and its system components.
The ProfiLux 4 Controller cannot replace the lack of expertise
required for the maintenance and maintenance of an aquarium or
terrarium.
Never leave your aquarium unsupervised for an extended amount of
time.
The ProfiLux System can help you with a large number of tasks and
display error conditions - but it cannot replace regular personal
supervision and control.
The maximum period of time without personal supervision depends
on how long your aquarium / terrarium can survive even in the event
of a fault without significant damage.
Always remember that technologies can fail and therefore,
malfunctions can never be ruled out!
Power failures, incorrect settings, damage (For example, by water or
overvoltage) or simply an unexpected operating situation can lead to
fatal damage.
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for (consequential) damages
or losses which might arise in connection with the use of the ProfiLux
System as legally permissible.

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The diagram shows an example of the functionality of the ProfiLux System.
Sensors that are used for measuring various values such as Temperature, humidity, etc., are
connected to either the ProfiLux 4 or to corresponding ProfiLux Expansion Cards. Each of these
sensors are assigned to a control circuit where parameters such as Set-point, hysteresis,
nocturnal change, etc., can be set.
With the desired values and settings set, each sensor can then be assigned to control a
powerbar socket. For example, assigning a temperature sensor to a powerbar socket will
result in that socket switching on/off based on the set probe conditions.

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1.2 Operating Concept
The operating concept of the ProfiLux computer strictly differs between two sets of settings:
Settings of functions such as e.g. pH set point, illumination run of a luminaire or
behavior of pumps
Settings of hardware such as the behavior of a switch socket (if this switching socket is
assigned to a lighting, a timer or a temperature sensor) or the behavior of a 1-10 V
interface (this interface should be assigned to a lighting or a pump)
This concept is extremely flexible because a function can be changed largely independently
of the hardware assigned to it and vice versa the hardware can be changed largely
independently of the function.
This concept allows you, e.g. to select a different socket for switching your tubular heater,
while the corresponding temperature settings can remain unchanged.
1.3 Examples of Settings
For a better understanding, take a look at some setting examples that are commonly used.
1.3.1 How to setup Temperature control
1. Setting the function: Set the desired set-point temperature, see also Sensor Settings->
Nominal value.
2. Setting the hardware: Set the switch socket outlet (socket) to switch the heating
element, the substrate heater and the cooling system (if present). See also System->
Socket outlet function.
1.3.2 How to set the Illumination?
1. Setting the function: Set the illumination run as needed, see also Sensor Settings->
Nominal value.
2. Setting the hardware: Set which switch socket outlet (for non-dimmable luminaires),
also see under System-> Socket outlet function, or which 1 - 10 V interface (for
dimmable luminaires), also see under System-> 1- 10 V interface, or whether the Mitras
Lightbar interface (when controlling a Mitras Lightbar) shall respond to this
illumination run.
TIP
When creating a command, it is useful to set the function first.