{"product_id":"coralvue-hydros-start-controller-hdrs-start","title":"CoralVue Hydros Start Controller (HDRS-START)","description":"\u003cb\u003eA Great Start in Aquatic Monitoring and Control\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe HYDROS Start is the perfect first aquarium controller, expertly designed to combine a variety of essential features into a single, user-friendly device. This all-in-one solution allows you to effortlessly manage a wide range of aquarium functions, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists alike. It is easy to use and features key functions such as temperature monitoring and power control for up to four devices. You can expand its capabilities with optional accessories that detect leaks, monitor water levels, and manage 12V HYDROS equipment. It works with the HYDROS App for simple system management and fits a variety of setups, including saltwater tanks, freshwater tanks, and ponds. It can be used on its own or as part of a larger HYDROS system as your needs grow.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat\"™s Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eStart Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTemperature Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDimensions (LxWxH): 9.5 x 4.75 x 3.25in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePower Cord Length: 6ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e8A Each Outlet, 14A Total Max Amperage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e1.5A Each Drive Port, 3A Total Max Amperage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat you can expect from your HYDROS Smart Device:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eControl your HYDROS device(s) from anywhere in the world using the technologically advanced HYDROS cloud-based app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAbility to monitor and control your HYDROS device(s) locally through WiFi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eA fast dual-core 32-bit processor that allows control decisions to be made within each device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eThe user sets the alerts and notifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eInternal health monitoring to report voltages, currents, CPU status, and the internal temperature of each device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHYDROS Command Bus connections to transfer data and power to devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick \u0026amp; Easy Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is no complicated programming language to learn. If you can operate a smartphone, you can be the operator of a smart aquarium\"”tap, drag, press, or flick to adjust settings using intuitive icons and simple menus. Schedule each component in your aquarium life support system to run at a specific time, frequency, or intensity.  You can also use real-time data and easily configure more complex actions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommand Bus - 2 Available\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Command bus communicates with other HYDROS devices for the ultimate failsafe and can also power other Control devices.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e12V Drive Port - 2 Available\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Drive Ports provide switched 12V DC power for running small HYDROS aquarium devices. The Control continuously monitors the exact current supplied by each port, so you will be immediately notified if a motor or pump quits drawing current or draws too much. Each drive port can handle up to 1.5A, and the entire device can handle up to 3A in total.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1Drive Ports Currently Supported:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAuto Top-Off (ATO) pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDosing pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCooling fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCabinet LED lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSolenoids - 1\/4in water and CO2 control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSteering valves and relays Stirrers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHYDROS IV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSense Port - 4 Available\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Sense Port is a new concept in aquarium parameter measurement. HYDROS devices include several Sense Ports. A Sense Port is a generic input port that can accept data from numerous different types of sensors.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSense Ports Currently Supported:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTemperature sensor - Either air or water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFluid level - Optical sensors to measure liquid levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eLeak detection - Monitoring for both point and wide area leak detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFlow rate - Measures the amount of fluid flowing through a pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTotal dissolved solids - Dual measurement of the TDS levels from your RODI system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eControllable AC Power Outlets - 4 Available\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFour controllable AC power outlets to safely control aquarium equipment like heaters, lighting, water pumps, protein skimmers, filters, and pretty much anything else. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMax Per Relay: 8A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTotal Max Amperage: 14A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAC outlets have no individual power monitoring. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eControl up to 8 WiFi Devices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe HYDROS App allows you to create rules and set schedules to control our 4-Outlet WiFi AC Power Strips and Smart Outlets. Quickly turn on or off different pieces of aquarium equipment like pumps, powerheads, lights, heaters, algae scrubbers, UV sterilizers, protein skimmers, and more.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621061955669,"sku":"RHS64171","price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/HS64171-2.jpg?v=1781985724","url":"https:\/\/vascaaquariumsupply.com\/products\/coralvue-hydros-start-controller-hdrs-start","provider":"VASCAAquariumSupply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}