GHL Doser 2 APP's and more

[Aqua-Digital]

With the shipment of over 80 dosers now across North America in the first week, please find below the required software and also first release Beta APP for Android.

Software
https://aquariumcomputer.com/en-GB/ghldownloads
Please select from the drop down list the Doser 2 and in the other dialogue box your operating system.

Android APP (Beta)
https://aquariumcomputer.com/en-GB/g...ads?fileID=216

The Android APP is Beta we ask you to use it as test feedback for GHL please post your thoughts and findings ONLY here -
http://forum.aquariumcomputer.com/sh...9272#post59272

Due to GHL being a global company they cannot monitor all forums for all feedback so if you wish to participate in the development of the APPs if you could kindly only post on the link above in regards to suggestions for improvement.

Quick note about the Iphone - We are aware there are more users for Iphone than Android, however due to the registration process of an Iphone APP it is far more easier to iron out the wrinkles through Android than to keep resubmitting to Apple. The Iphone APP therefore will take longer and we appreciate your patience.

Many thanks again for trusting the worlds most renowned doser manufacturer with your dosing needs and look forward to all the users photos and comments.

[Aqua-Digital]

There seems to be a bug in the link I sent above, not an APP bug but points to a developer page.

Link to Android APP is
http://downloads.aquariumcomputer.co..._V100_BETA.apk

updates can be found on the GHL website @ www.aquariumcomputer.com

[Bayside Corals]

If you are having trouble setting up and connecting your GHL Doser 2 to your Android device using their app. this post might help you.

down load the App on your Adroid device here. http://downloads.aquariumcomputer.co..._V100_BETA.apk

Once downloaded tap the top right corner and select "Add new connection"
Once selected beside "Name" type "GHL-DOSER2" and beside "Host" type "10.10.100.254"
then tap "Yes"

After that you will see a GHL-DOSER2 icon. Before you can connect to the Doser2 you will need to go into the wifi connections on your Android device and select the GHL-DOSER2 network. Once you have selected the GHL-Doser2 network you can go back into the app and connect to your doser.

Good luck and happy Dosing!

[Scythanith]

"There are no technical knowledge required..." Actual quote from GHL's german support forum.

This is what I could translate trying to help. As you can see, no technical knowledge required...



There are no technical knowledge required , however , terms such as static IP address, default gateway, etc. to be known

To change the wireless settings , the current GHL Control Center is required .

Embed GHL Doser 2 Wi-Fi into their own network

Connect . Via USB to the GHL Doser 2 and select the System menu option
Then select Wi-Fi from the Mode.
Then select the client mode to allow the GHL Doser 2 can connect to the local network.
Now the GHL Doser 2 has a fixed IP address should be assigned to select the item and enter the following settings to use the IP address ( Static IP provider: http : //www.drwindows.de/windows-anle ... -netzwerk.html ) , subnet mask, and default gateway. ( Default gateway / subnet mask to find out : http://www.windowspower.de/router-he...8-1_15333.html )
(Alternatively, you can automatically obtain the address, you must then determine what address from the access point to the GHL Doser was awarded 2 ).
Next, enter the SSID of your access point (router). (SSID find out: http://praxistipps.chip.de/eigene-ss...so-gehts_28856 )
Then select the encryption and the encryption type , you will find it as the SSID in the user interface of your access point (On the Fritz box is AES = CCMP) .
Finally , enter the wireless key , these can be found mostly on the back or in the user interface of the access point .


After you have set all the GHL Doser 2 needs a few minutes to connect to the network.
If it does not work right away, Start the GHL Doser 2 new (disconnect from current).

To be able to connect to the smartphone app , enter the previously set IP address in the app.


Embed GHL Doser 2 via LAN to own network Embed GHL Doser 2 via LAN to own network
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Connect . Via USB to the GHL Doser 2 and select the System menu option
Then choose LAN from the Mode.
Now the GHL Doser 2 has a fixed IP address should be assigned to select the item and enter the following settings to use the IP address ( Static IP provider: http : //www.drwindows.de/windows-anle ... -netzwerk.html ) , subnet mask, and default gateway. ( Default gateway / subnet mask to find out : http://www.windowspower.de/router-he...8-1_15333.html )
(Alternatively, you can automatically obtain the address, you must then determine what address from the access point to the GHL Doser was awarded 2 ).


After you have set all the GHL Doser 2 needs a few minutes to connect to the network.
If it does not work right away, Start the GHL Doser 2 new (disconnect from current).

To be able to connect to the smartphone app , enter the previously set IP address in the app.


Direct wireless connection with the GHL Doser 2

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Connect . Via USB to the GHL Doser 2 and select the System menu option
Then select Wi-Fi from the Mode.
Then select the access point mode , so you can connect directly to the doser .
Next, you can choose whether to hide the GHL Doser 2 should be visible to other devices or not.
Then select the encryption and the encryption type , recommended is WPA2PSK and AES.
Then , enter the wireless key , this you can choose freely.
Finally, select the wireless mode and channel to recommend would 11b / g / h and mixed channel to Auto.


After you have set all the GHL Doser needs to store 2 a few minutes to the settings.
If it does not work right away, Start the GHL Doser 2 new (disconnect from current).

To be able to connect to the smartphone app , you need to connect via wireless LAN directly to the doser .
To do this open the wireless settings of the smartphone / tablet , connect to the network GHL- DOSER2 and enter the preset key .
The app then enter the IP address 10.10.100.254 .

[Aqua-Digital]

Hi,

Thanks for all the info.

GHL inform me that they are working on plug and play wifi connection where the software will auto search the wifi connection settings, this will make set up really easy. Unfortunately this could not be completed by launch so anyone with difficulties are getting fantastic support including GHL remote logging onto clients systems and setting them up remotely!

Once the software settles down in terms of rapid updates I will be doing a tutorial video to help everyone who may need that bit extra pictorial support.

One thing is for sure, GHL have nailed the dosing market yet again with the Doser-2 we simply cant keep them in stock and in the first week of release over 100 were sold across North America and more pre orders coming in.

I really am impressed with what they have done and the future of the product with the built in PAB port gives some tempting theories as to its future too

I thank all the early adopters for their support and look forward to seeing the product grow for you in terms of functionality and extras

[Aqua-Digital]

Here is a link to the manual should anyone need it. Every unit comes with a hard copy biit for the latest updated versions always download the new one from www.aquariumcomputer.com

http://downloads.aquariumcomputer.co...php?fileID=218

Thanks so much Scythanith your info is very helpful.

I really appreciate the understanding from our early adopters and I know GHL are working hard as I said above for auto wifi connect and auto static IP assigning.

In the meantime we are making sure anyone that has a set up question gets up and running within 24 hours. The benefits are huge with this doser the reviews keep coming in so positive. Very proud to be part of this new GHL innovation.

[Scythanith]

I have no issues with the actual Doser 2 unit. It seems like a sturdy piece of equipment and I look forward to getting it purring with the full set of software GHL has been showing off

That link you posted for the manual is nothing but symbols and characters in random order... looks like programmer language or something.

[Aqua-Digital]

The link is a direct download, I have just clicked on it and this is it sitting on my task bar after clicking on the link (sorry bit small but can clearly see the download)



Not sure why its displaying text for you, its not a text link but a download link

[Aqua-Digital]

Here is the direct link to the download page also, just select doser 2 from the drop down menu.

https://aquariumcomputer.com/en-GB/ghldownloads

[Scythanith]

So I downloaded both the manual and programmers guide and I can say with 100% certainty that I din NOT receive either of those documents with my Doser 2. Things would have been much simpler if I had. All I had in my box was an operating instruction page and quick start guide which did not have anywhere near the depth of information the downloadable manual does.

Anyone that buys GHL products should go to the site right off the hop and download whatever manuals are on the site and read those first. Forget about what comes in the box.