EcoTech Marine Radion Blue LED Lighting For Reef Tanks - Top FAQs

What's the difference between the Radion XR30 Blue and XR30 Pro?

The main difference between the two lights is the LED diode selection. Each fixture has a unique spread of LED diodes which enables to user to achieve different color spectrums.

The Blue is designed to be plug-and-play and doesn't require any sort of custom spectrum tuning in order to achieve a successful spectrum. The Pro, on the other hand, gives the user a wider range in terms of spectrum and provides a better platform for custom spectrum tuning.

How high should I mount the Radion Blue?

During our BRStv Investigates, Randy found the optimal mounting height to be 8"-9" from the water's surface. This holds true for both the XR15 and XR30 model LED lights. 

How do I set up my EcoTech Marine Radion?

1. Assemble and mount the fixture over your aquarium
2. Download the EcoTech Marine Mobius app to your smart device
3. Create an account and name your tank
4. Add your light, the app will automatically detect any Mobius compatible EcoTech Marine devices nearby. 
5. Tap on the Radion icon and proceed to follow the setup tutorial as instructed in the app.  
6. Being a Radion Blue, all you need to do is set the start/stop time and select the spectrum preset before saving the settings to your Radion fixture.

Learn More with BRStv! 

• EcoTech Marine Radion XR15 & XR30 Blues - BRS Recommended Aquarium LED Lights
• EcoTech Marine Radion XR15 & XR30 LED Light Setup Guide

How do you control the Radion XR30?

Using Mobius of course!  This is EcoTech Marine's control app that is compatible with Radion LED Lights, Versa Dosing Pumps, and their Vectra Return Pump.  

The app provides users with easy-to-use presets as well as very detailed custom control options.  This includes individual color channels, photoperiod, output intensity, weather effects, acclimation mode, and even lunar lighting profiles! 

How long should I run my LEDs each day?

Most reef tank owners run an 8-10 hour total photoperiod.  The most common approach is a total of 10 hours with a 1 hour ramp up and 1 hour ramp down to create a sunrise and sunset effect. This will result in a total of 8 hours at maximum output.