BitFenix Recon Owners

digitalm3 said:
Using the motherboard sensors is something we have discussed, and was in the plan at the begining. Unfortunately during our reasearch we realized there doesn't seem to be a cross-platform library that exposes sensor data. We haven't completely dismissed this idea, but unless we can find a reasonable solution it remains at the bottom of our todo list.
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Just a thought (I imagine you've already considered this) but would it be possible for Phoebetria to read a log file written by a program such as RealTemp?

For example:
  • RealTemp logs to c:\windows\sysWOW64\RealTempLog.xls
  • Phoebetria reads in bottom CPU entries of spreadsheet from above file
  • Values imported to Phoebetria
  • Max temp identified or average taken
  • Used as sensor readings are now in Software Auto

The main problems I see arising are the temp log not being written to if open in Phoebetria and Phoebetria finding the latest temp values from a potentially huge spreadsheet.​

As I say, I imagine you've already considered this or something similar!
 
gcaster said:
Just a thought (I imagine you've already considered this) but would it be possible for Phoebetria to read a log file written by a program such as RealTemp?

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The main problems I see arising are the temp log not being written to if open in Phoebetria and Phoebetria finding the latest temp values from a potentially huge spreadsheet.[/INDENT]

As I say, I imagine you've already considered this or something similar!
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Yeah, this is something I've thought about. Using the text version of the log (rather than the .xls version because it's easier to read/parse).

I'm pretty sure that there would be no problems with opening the file in Phoebetria as Phoebetria would open it only when needed and would open it "read only".

Also, the amount of computation would not be huge (1. seek to end of file; 2. find start of line; 3. read line; 4. parse line; 5. do something with the core temps). I do want a solution in place for all 3 supported operating systems (Windows, OSX, Linux) and perhaps this might be the way to do it in Windows; it's certainly the easiest way :D
 
1.3.1 has been released.

If you're using Windows and already have a previous version of Phoebetria you can opt to download the file phoebetria-windows-NOLIBS-1.3.1.zip file. This contains the Phoebetria.exe only so the download is much smaller (~~500kb); unzip and copy the .exe over your existing .exe file.

This is a minor release, however users of software auto are strongly
encouraged to upgrade (two bug fixes are related to software auto).
In addition to bug fixes, quick load menus for profiles were added:
one on the main menu and another as a context menu when minimized to
tray.

  • Fixed bug setting probe affinity in the GUI
  • Added Qt Version to the about dialog
  • Removed Status bar from the main dialog
  • Menus are now added programatically
  • Added "More..." option to Load Profile menus if the number of profiles > 9
  • Added "Load Profile" sub-menu to File menu
  • Added "Load Profile" to the tray icon menu
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Thanks for the update:)

Edit: I have to say this release is a lot more stable then ver 1.3.0. On last one it wouldn't change profiles if I left program open I would have to close it and open again for it to work, but with this new version I don't need to do that anymore.

Cheers:)
 
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Running 1.31 and got to say very nice. Much better than the Bitfenix software by a mile.
The Recon suits my needs perfectly, I have it facing in to the case (FT02) as I never use the display. I just use the one profile which keeps everything quiet and cool.

I have it setup with;

2 x Thermalright TY140 on channel 1 @ 700rpm
120mm exhaust on channel 2 @ 500rpm
180mm Silverstone fans on channel 3, 4 and 5 @ 600rpm
 
MeddlE said:
Running 1.31 and got to say very nice. Much better than the Bitfenix software by a mile.
The Recon suits my needs perfectly, I have it facing in to the case (FT02) as I never use the display. I just use the one profile which keeps everything quiet and cool.

I have it setup with;

2 x Thermalright TY140 on channel 1 @ 700rpm
120mm exhaust on channel 2 @ 500rpm
180mm Silverstone fans on channel 3, 4 and 5 @ 600rpm
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Thanks MeddlE, we are very happy to hear your approval. Originally our goal was just to make it cross-platform since not everyone uses Windows but now it's a love affair and we just want it to be great for everyone :)
 
Guys im having an issue with this fan.

http://www.corsair.com/en/clear-textured-200mm-white-led-case-fan.html

It only seems to run at 900rpm using your software when it should be running at 1000rpm. Is there anyway i can get it running at full speed? I have use maximum ticked. Sometimes it only runs at 800.

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After some further testing, i have two fans like this. I tested them on my motherboard so i can monitor the RPMs. One only runs at 950 where as the other runs at 1050. I used the higher RPM one in my machine but your app only shows it running at 900. Its not a huge issue but would prefer it to run at full speed given the choice.
 
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I'm not 100% sure why this happens, i've got two fans that periodically do the same thing. I've got a theory but no way to prove it though, in my case both fans are restricted in airflow. The one that it happens to me the most often is a fan i have installed on my Rad in a Push Pull config. I think it's due to the static pressure preventing the fans to run at full speed, again, just a theory but it's what allows me to sleep at night ;)
 
digitalm3 said:
I'm not 100% sure why this happens, i've got two fans that periodically do the same thing. I've got a theory but no way to prove it though, in my case both fans are restricted in airflow. The one that it happens to me the most often is a fan i have installed on my Rad in a Push Pull config. I think it's due to the static pressure preventing the fans to run at full speed, again, just a theory but it's what allows me to sleep at night ;)
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It happens on my push pull fans (2xCorsair sp120's on a H60 They only run 2100-2200 when rated for 2350), however the fan in question is a 200mm extraction fan. Its a minor niggle, one which won't stop me from using the software as its great but still if it could be fixed that would be great. :)
 
I'm not sure it's the software unfortunately. I've tested this fairly extensively (without the software running and just staring at the Recon display). Sometimes the Recon unit itself will allow me to set a certain fan to 1500 and then at other times it will only ever reach 1400. :(
 
n3mss said:
I'm not sure it's the software unfortunately. I've tested this fairly extensively (without the software running and just staring at the Recon display). Sometimes the Recon unit itself will allow me to set a certain fan to 1500 and then at other times it will only ever reach 1400. :(
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Fair enough guys, thanks for looking at it anyway.

I've found a temporary solution, using a different channel. It now seems to be running at full speed, or very close to it. Must have bee something about channel 3 that the fan just didn't like. I'll be having words with channel 3 at my next board meeting. Gotta keep the fans happy ya hear. :p
 
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I don't know what happened, but none of my profiles are working on start up? I had them all pre-set to go to manual and a low speed 1000rpm on starting my PC, but today no profiles work? Now when I start PC it goes to auto and fans go to their lowest speed 800rpm on auto?

I don't know why this is happening? Never had a issue before??
 
RetrogamerX said:
I don't know what happened, but none of my profiles are working on start up? I had them all pre-set to go to manual and a low speed 1000rpm on starting my PC, but today no profiles work? Now when I start PC it goes to auto and fans go to their lowest speed 800rpm on auto?

I don't know why this is happening? Never had a issue before??
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Check the preferences and make sure it still has your profiles there?
 
LtMatt said:
Check the preferences and make sure it still has your profiles there?
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Ok yeah my profiles are still there, but no matter what I do it sets to auto on start up:mad:

I've deleted the program and done the profiles over again and it still stays on auto. This is really annoying:(

Screw it. I started to use Bitfenix ReconService In stead. It's not as good as phoebetria (when it worked) ,but will have to do for now:(:(:mad::mad:

The only thing I don't like about recon service is my fans don't go as high on this program like they did with phoebetria:(
 
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RetrogamerX said:
Ok yeah my profiles are still there, but no matter what I do it sets to auto on start up:mad:

I've deleted the program and done the profiles over again and it still stays on auto. This is really annoying:(

Screw it. I started to use Bitfenix ReconService In stead. It's not as good as phoebetria (when it worked) ,but will have to do for now:(:(:mad::mad:

The only thing I don't like about recon service is my fans don't go as high on this program like they did with phoebetria:(
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Retro, this is the first we've heard of this ourselves so we'd like to troubleshoot this with you if you're willing...

If you load the profile in question manually through the profile screen does it load properly?

Also do me a favor and zip and send me your Phoebetria.sqlite database located here: C:\Users\{username}\AppData\Roaming\Phoebetria
EDIT: Also include your Phoebetria.ini in the same path.

You can either upload it to the forum: www.phoebetria.com
Or email: phoebetria.software at gmail.com

Thanks
 
digitalm3 said:
Retro, this is the first we've heard of this ourselves so we'd like to troubleshoot this with you if you're willing...

If you load the profile in question manually through the profile screen does it load properly?

Also do me a favor and zip and send me your Phoebetria.sqlite database located here: C:\Users\{username}\AppData\Roaming\Phoebetria
EDIT: Also include your Phoebetria.ini in the same path.

You can either upload it to the forum: www.phoebetria.com
Or email: phoebetria.software at gmail.com

Thanks
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Hello digitalm3

I've tried to look for the appdata folder, but can't find it? When I look users/my username I see no appdata folder at all?
 
Yeah it's going to be a hidden folder but if your explorer has the path bar visible you can just append \AppData to the end of the path. If that doesn't work I can give you instructions to unhide it but will have to wait until tomorrow when I can get I front of a windows machine :)

Better yet, I just noticed the build in your signature, you can just send me your machine and I "promise" to send it back ;)

What version of windows, I'm assuming 7?
 
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digitalm3 said:
Yeah it's going to be a hidden folder but if your explorer has the path bar visible you can just append \AppData to the end of the path. If that doesn't work I can give you instructions to unhide it but will have to wait until tomorrow when I can get I front of a windows machine :)

Better yet, I just noticed the build in your signature, you can just send me your machine and I "promise" to send it back ;)

What version of windows, I'm assuming 7?
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haha funny guy:)

Window 7 64bit.

I forgot about hidden files and folders. I haven't ticked it, I did now:D Found it:) I'll try to send it this afternoon sometime.
 
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