EHEIM 350 Operating Instructions Manual

EHEIM 350 Operating Instructions Manual

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EHEIM ControlCenter
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Operating Instructions
350 450 700
(Type 2074)
(Type 2076) (Type 2078)

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  • Page 1 EHEIM ControlCenter 350 450 700 (Type 2074) (Type 2076) (Type 2078) Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    English 1. Introduction Thank you for choosing the most innovative and modern external aquarium canister filter from EHEIM. Please read these instructions carefully, before you start the installation. With the EHEIM ControlCenter and the EHEIM Interface (USB converter - 4020740 - optional, not...
  • Page 3: System Requirements

    English 3. System requirements The EHEIM Interface (order no.: 4020740) is required to operate this software. Also required is an EHEIM professionel 3e external filter with an USB port. Your computer must have a CD/DVD drive and at least 250 MB free hard disc space for the software installation, and a free USB port (USB 1.0 / 2.0) for the EHEIM Interface.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    The device should no longer be used if the cable is damaged. Damaged external power cables or power supply packs must be replaced. Contact your dealer or your EHEIM service centre. The exchange of the heating-coil and electronics circuit must only be done by the EHEIM customer service.
  • Page 5: Installation Eheim Controlcenter

    It is mandatory to select all the components during the initial installation of the EHEIM ControlCenter. Tip! It is mandatory to restart the computer after the installation! After successful installation a new icon with the name "EHEIM ControlCenter will be created on the desktop. Start the EHEIM ControlCenter by double-clicking the icon.
  • Page 6: Installation Of The Eheim Interface

    EHEIM ControlCenter has been successfully installed. Now connect the USB connector (A) of the EHEIM Interface with an available USB port on your computer. The Jack (B) is directly plugged into the socket provided at the pump head of your EHEIM professionel 3e external filter.
  • Page 7: The First Launch Of The Eheim Controlcenter

    If no Internet connection is available during the start of the EHEIM ControlCenter, an information window with the warning that you could not be connected with the EHEIM update server will pop-up. In this case an automatic check as to whether your software version is up-to-date is not possible. Confirm...
  • Page 8: Establish Connection With The External Filter

    Make sure the power cord of the filter is plugged in. If your computer is connected to the EHEIM professionel 3e external filter via the EHEIM Interface and all the required components of the software are installed, then a connected professionel 3e external filter is automatically searched for after the start of the EHEIM ControlCenter.
  • Page 9: Eheim Controlcenter Toolbar

    Opens the system settings user interface. Opens the "My Filter" user interface with your saved settings. Opens the "My Aquarium” user interface with access to the EHEIM fish and plants database. Here you can call-up information about the stock of your plants and fish.
  • Page 10: Filter Function Settings

    English Filter function settings Click on to go to "Filter settings". 10.1. constant flow Operating mode "constant flow" Increasing soiling of the filter is recognised by the electronics and the output is automatically controlled to the level you have set. This guarantees constant flow rates and very long service lives. You can now increase or decrease your preferred flow rate (l/h) with the help of the slide control.
  • Page 11: 12H Bio Function

    English 10.2. 12h bio function Operating mode "12h bio function" The 12h bio function switches electronically between two adjustable flow rates in a 12-hour cycle. Tip: You can, for example, set a lower flow rate during the day for the first 12 hours and for the second 12 hours at night increase the flow rate according to your wishes.
  • Page 12: Stream Function

    English 10.3. stream function Operating mode "stream function" The electronically controlled alternating flow of the "stream function" ensures natural flow conditions in freshwater and saltwater aquariums. Especially for saltwater aquariums, you can use the advantageous "stream function" for the realistic simulation of sea waves in your aquarium. Under the tab "Flow rate", you can set the desired flow rate (l /) of each phase with the help of the two slide controls.
  • Page 13: Manual Mode

    English 10.4. manual mode Operating mode "manual mode" The electronic readjustment will be completely disabled in this mode. The water outflow decreases with increasing pollution of the filter (as in a normal, conventional external filter without electronics). Click on to activate this mode. Now select your flow rate using the + / - buttons. In contrast to other modes you can not save your settings in the manual mode.
  • Page 14: Software Update

    "Software updates". Here you can update the EHEIM ControlCenter, as well as the firmware of the external EHEIM professionel 3e filter with the help of an existing Internet connection. If you have installed a firewall on your computer, you must configure your firewall in such a way that the EHEIM ControlCenter can access your Internet connection;...
  • Page 15: Eheim Controlcenter Software Update

    English 11.1 EHEIM ControlCenter Software update If a newer version of the EHEIM ControlCenter software is available than the one currently displayed, it can be downloaded by clicking on the button . Please follow the instructions on the screen. 11.2 Firmware update of your external EHEIM filter Ensure that the power cord of your filter is plugged in and the filter is in operation.
  • Page 16: System Settings

    Here you can change the unit from litres to U.S. gallons and confirm your choice with If your filter is not automatically detected and connected when you start the EHEIM ControlCenter, the COM port can be manually changed. Confirm change with The current connection status of the EHEIM ControlCenter and your external filter is displayed directly to you.
  • Page 17: My Filter

    English My Filter Click on to access the user interface "My Filter". Menu item "My Filter" In "My Filter" the last five saved settings are stored. These may have been saved in one of the different modes of operation. By clicking on the icon you can call a stored setting and send it directly to your external filter.
  • Page 18: My Aquarium

    "My Aquarium". Menu item "My Aquarium" In the user interface „My Aquarium”, you have the option to browse the EHEIM website and explore the EHEIM fish and plants database and get interesting information about the current fish and plant stock...
  • Page 19: Help Function

    Click on to access the user interface "Help". Menu item "Help" In the user interface of the Help function you can open the EHEIM ControlCenter Help file and search for information and solutions in case you have any questions or problems.
  • Page 20: Reset Of The Filter To Factory Settings

    English Reset of the filter to factory settings You can reset your EHEIM professionel 3e external filter to the factory settings at any time. The previous EHEIM ControlCenter settings will be lost. To reset the filter, simultaneously press the keys "S", "+" and "-" on the filter screen for a minimum of 2 seconds.
  • Page 21: Tips For Experienced Users

    In case of problems while establishing a connection between your filter and the EHEIM ControlCenter, change the COM port of the EHEIM Interface with the help of the Windows Device Manager. A new "USB Serial Port" is listed under the item "Ports (COM & LPT) in the Windows Device Manager after the installation of the device driver.
  • Page 22 English Through the tab "Port Settings" you can access the advanced settings of the "USB Serial Port" by clicking "Advanced settings". Here you can manually assign the EHEIM Interface to a different COM port and confirm the change with "OK".
  • Page 23: Uninstall Eheim Controlcenter

    Uninstall EHEIM ControlCenter EHEIM ControlCenter can be uninstalled through: "Start"  "Program"  "EHEIM ControlCenter"  "Uninstall EHEIM ControlCenter" or as usual via the Windows XP™ control panel under the item "Software". Your personal settings are retained even after uninstalling the software.
  • Page 24 The cable length can be extended with a commercially Cable too short available USB extension to a maximum length of 5 meters. … the set filter flow rates in the EHEIM ControlCenter are not being achieved? Cause Troubleshooting Filter is clogged Clean the filter as described in the manual.
  • Page 25: Technical Support

    English Technical Support The EHEIM ContolCenter and EHEIM Interface have been developed with innovative technology and manufactured with utmost care to ensure trouble-free operation. Warranty and free support is provided only in case of use of the original EHEIM Interface.
  • Page 26 écrit, au consentement et à l’approbation du fabricant. Cualquier reproducción o copia, incluso parcial, requiere la autorización previa del fabricante. www.eheim.de © 2010 EHEIM GmbH & Co. KG, Deizisau, Germany Di. 08.10...

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