need help setting up RKE

[SandJ]

So, I have a used RKE for my daughters tank. We need help setting it up. I have watched lots of videos and read through the manual and numerous forums, but I still feel so lost. I want to do this right and for her to learn how to program and use it to its full potential (she is 14 so she may have an easier time learning about it than me lol). My daughter and I would be extremely grateful! 

 

Some of my initial questions would be:

1) Do I need to reset it since it is a used unit?

 

2) How do I make sure it is up to date? I have the device to hook it up to the computer, but I believe it may be an out of date one and I need to send off for a newer model-but I could be completely wrong.

 

3) Do I need to install software and program from the computer?

 

4) Can I rename the components to what device they control (EX: Heater...Light...Skimmer...)?

 

 

These are the components we have:

 

RKE head unit

2 X PC4

SL2

MLC

NET

SLX

 

And the equipment that will be installed:

Light-will be controlled by RKE (Solarmax HO2 T5 light) 

Skimmer

Powerhead (Hydor Koralia)

Jebao powerhead

Heater

ATO (Tunze-open to using the switches on the module though)

Maybe a camera, we have a couple wifi cameras

Also interested in some kind of water leak alarm

 

Want alarms (if possible) for things like temp, pH, water level in tank too high (to know if ATO does not shut off), ATO water level low. 

 

She wants to be able to use the NET module for remote viewing. I know we will have to hook it up to the modem somehow, and can probably run a long cord for the time being. Have considered buying the device that plugs into a power outlet and allows you to plug into the internet-wow that probably made no sense but hopefully someone will know what I am talking about lol Just don't know what all my options are.