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by goodboyr
Tue Mar 19, 2013 1:18 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Time Didn't Update to DST
Replies: 17
Views: 15492

Re: Time Didn't Update to DST

Lol. Jumped ahead one hour last night. I give up!
by goodboyr
Mon Mar 18, 2013 12:35 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

I totally agree with your observations and conclusions on this pid algorithm that's in the Dream. What is frustrating is that there are easily obtained well implemented software based pid routines that la spaz could easily have obtained rather than apparently doing this themselves at a rudimentary l...
by goodboyr
Sun Mar 17, 2013 11:27 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Time Didn't Update to DST
Replies: 17
Views: 15492

Re: Time Didn't Update to DST

Weird. Mine just went back one hour overnight.
by goodboyr
Fri Mar 15, 2013 11:52 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Using the Dream's Read/Write Functionality
Replies: 2
Views: 5427

Re: Using the Dream's Read/Write Functionality

Great work, Chas. One question is the units for the offset numbers. Your example file has offset of 60 and 120 for C and F.
by goodboyr
Thu Mar 14, 2013 12:18 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

Typical PID units have a function that auto tunes the values based on a self check. Its a shame that La Spaz did not emulate that function in software.
by goodboyr
Tue Mar 12, 2013 4:59 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

I'm running with the factory 0 deg offset in F mode with a setpoint of 203 F. I had it at 201 and shots were sour. At 203 they are perfect. Hard to believe mine is off by 11 or 12 degrees. My guess is that if I use an offset that big on my machine, I will get flashing to steam. I might try just to s...
by goodboyr
Mon Mar 11, 2013 3:29 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Time Didn't Update to DST
Replies: 17
Views: 15492

Re: Time Didn't Update to DST

Lol. Mine too. Now I have to go back one hour.
by goodboyr
Sun Mar 10, 2013 11:09 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Time Didn't Update to DST
Replies: 17
Views: 15492

Re: Time Didn't Update to DST

Mine didn't update either. Auto on, set to American (cuz as usual there's no setting for Canadian!!! )
by goodboyr
Fri Mar 08, 2013 2:53 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Expanded 3-Way Issue
Replies: 21
Views: 23331

Re: Expanded 3-Way Issue

Just as a cross reference, I got a new replacement machine because of issues with my first. It came with a completely different 3 way discharge arrangement.

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by goodboyr
Fri Mar 08, 2013 2:48 pm
Forum: Dream In Warranty Issues
Topic: Bad Temperature Sensor
Replies: 25
Views: 72459

Bad Temperature Sensor

My temperature sensor was replaced, and they also discovered a few other issues......bad crimps on connections; so to play it safe, they gave me a new replacement machine! Hats off to espresso planet for great customer service! Interesting discoveries: 1. They removed the old temperature sensor that...
by goodboyr
Thu Mar 07, 2013 11:16 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

Great info! Thanks, Chas. As for my Dream, the replacement temperature sensors are due today from CCS, so with any luck I will be back in business. I will report back on any other issues discovered.
by goodboyr
Mon Mar 04, 2013 10:56 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

Chas: I know you are in contact with Jason at CCS about this, but I am wondering how a machine with an improved location and design of the temperature sensor needs a bigger offset than the previous version of the machine. In the back of my mind is my problem with the brew temp sensor. I wonder wheth...
by goodboyr
Sat Mar 02, 2013 9:05 pm
Forum: General Q&A
Topic: Dream vs V2
Replies: 7
Views: 9111

Re: Dream vs V2

Well.......yes. The engineer in me agrees with you. Probably a bad batch or "infant mortality". But........I bought was is considered one of the most reliable machines and I expected trouble free service at this price point. So the bottom line of having it needing service after less than t...
by goodboyr
Sat Mar 02, 2013 2:23 pm
Forum: General Q&A
Topic: Dream vs V2
Replies: 7
Views: 9111

Re: Dream vs V2

At this point, I can't say I completely disagree with you. My Dream is in the shop waiting for a new temperature sensor to arrive from CCS. New machine, new parts..........new problems?
by goodboyr
Thu Feb 28, 2013 9:43 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

I've found that the "READ/WRITE" function actually works and will save and restore your settings so that you don't have to re enter following a reset. I used it during my attempts to solve my temp sensor issue. Just remember the words are backwards. "Read" is used to read and sto...
by goodboyr
Thu Feb 28, 2013 10:29 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Thanks. Definitely getting worse. It's staying at a low temp indication, even though the boiler is on full blast. Finally alarmed at "high group temperature". I have been in contact with my retailer, and they are waiting for the temperature sensor from CCS (I am in Canada). I will let them...
by goodboyr
Wed Feb 27, 2013 8:51 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Here's a video of whats happening. It starts during the warmup. Things look ok till about 195 deg and then it gets crazy.

Dream Temperature Display Problem
by goodboyr
Wed Feb 27, 2013 12:18 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Yes. The controller is responding correctly (and quickly) to the bad sensor, and the wavy lines appears correctly when the displayed number is below the setpoint.

Just waiting for a call back from my retailer to see whether they have the necessary parts in stock so I can bring it in for repair.
by goodboyr
Wed Feb 27, 2013 11:39 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Ok. Understood. Thanks. ps. Looks like I have an faulty brew boiler temperature sensor or connection after all. The displayed temp went for another wander this morning, instantaneously bouncing around from 195 deg F to 216 and back. I opened the top cover and checked the connections (theres a little...
by goodboyr
Tue Feb 26, 2013 4:59 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Factory reset did clear my errant "E" problem. Of course I had to reset all the defaults again. With that done I did a quick check using the Scace device and the group temp set to 94C. For perhaps the last 1/3 of the shot the Scace temp had settled about 92C and the displayed group temp h...
by goodboyr
Tue Feb 26, 2013 4:54 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

the software has addressed the one issue that actually bothered me which was the timer not working after a power off. Just curiouse because I have been impressed that the ridiculousely expensive V2 timer actually keeps all the information following power off. Your's didn't? In the original version ...
by goodboyr
Tue Feb 26, 2013 10:22 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Are you sure about the E being displayed when boiler is off, in full power 20 amp mode? I don't get an E when I turn off the steam boiler, the indicator for boiler temp in the lower right of the screen disappears, but thats all.
by goodboyr
Mon Feb 25, 2013 9:02 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Lol. I guess between you and I we've confirmed that early adopters of software based products help take the "beta" out! Looks like theres a few more revs of firmware on the way. This is still a fabulous machine, the espresso is great, and the software has addressed the one issue that actua...
by goodboyr
Mon Feb 25, 2013 5:42 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

I've never seen the "E". But I do have a question........are you running with a 100 Deg. C brew temp setpoint?
by goodboyr
Mon Feb 25, 2013 5:07 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions
Replies: 25
Views: 26240

Re: 1.17 Bug Reports / Questions

Software emulated PID could explain my once off issue with the observed temperature wander. I will update to 1.17 and keep an eye out for a reoccurence.
by goodboyr
Mon Feb 25, 2013 2:35 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

I have not experienced the "temperature wander" incident again. Temp readout is stable. So it really looks like a glitch in the PID algorithm or somehow something got corrupted then cleared itself. Very strange.
by goodboyr
Mon Feb 25, 2013 2:31 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 8989

Re: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions

I confirm seeing this bug, too, and it appears that you have to press both buttons before they will both stay lit. Just pressing one of them doesn't make them both come on. As a matter of fact, I pressed the One Cup button first and it lit up but then went back off again. Then I pressed the hot wat...
by goodboyr
Mon Feb 25, 2013 12:43 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 8989

Re: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions

Just found another bug in 1.14. If you have multi users set up, when you switch from one use to another, the lights behind the hot water and single dose buttons go out, and don't come back on until you use those buttons.
by goodboyr
Sun Feb 24, 2013 10:22 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 8989

Re: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions

See post below for a question on brew temp control.

http://www.s1cafe.com/viewtopic.php?f=76&t=1861#p21550
by goodboyr
Sun Feb 24, 2013 10:20 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

Just as a followup to my last post, this may very well be a software issue. Yesterday, the brew head temp as reported on the display drifted high. In other words, over the course of a few hours, with a setpoint of 94 C, the displayed temp went as high as 106 C. I tried rebooting the machine by power...
by goodboyr
Sat Feb 23, 2013 2:14 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown
Replies: 50
Views: 51522

Re: Dream vs GS/3 Throwdown

I'm starting to see a new issue that may be related to the temperature problem you've observed. Up until a few days ago, the displayed brew temp when idle corresponded with the setpoint. In other words, my brew temp is set for 92 C, and the display shows actual temp at 92 deg C when idle. But a few ...
by goodboyr
Sat Feb 23, 2013 8:47 am
Forum: Dream General Q&A
Topic: Low Pump Pressure Error
Replies: 12
Views: 15332

Re: Low Pump Pressure Error

Ok. Just had this happen again. Pressure went to 4 bar about halfway through the shot and the alarm sounded. Stayed on till the end of the shot at 30 seconds. I then did another two shots without any backflushing. Just my usual rinse and clean routine, and everything was fine, no alarm, steady 9 bar...
by goodboyr
Thu Feb 21, 2013 6:05 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions
Replies: 6
Views: 8989

Re: 1.14 Bugs Reports or Questions

Is it possible to ask CCS for a listing of all the alarms that are in the software with their meanings and applicable set points? This would be very handy from a problem diagnosis point of view. I noticed that the Vivaldi manuals have this listing. Sure would be nice if the Dreams manuals had it.
by goodboyr
Thu Feb 21, 2013 6:00 pm
Forum: Dream General Q&A
Topic: Low Pump Pressure Error
Replies: 12
Views: 15332

Re: Low Pump Pressure Error

Just got one too. Pressure dropped to about 4 bars and alarm came on. Then back to normal. I did a few back flushes and have pulled a few shots since, but all normal now. Weird.
by goodboyr
Tue Feb 19, 2013 5:12 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Expanded 3-Way Issue
Replies: 21
Views: 23331

Re: Expanded 3-Way Issue

Ok. Thanks. It sounds like they replaced the fitting that is shown in this thread with the newer version. Thanks for the info. I wonder whether they will make this longer fitting available to all owners.
by goodboyr
Tue Feb 19, 2013 4:48 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Expanded 3-Way Issue
Replies: 21
Views: 23331

Re: Expanded 3-Way Issue

Chris: Good to know you are now a happy camper! For those of us who have not had this service done, is there a detailed description of exactly what CCS did to your machine other than the firmware update? You mentioned the OPV? Why did they replace it?
by goodboyr
Fri Feb 08, 2013 7:04 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: New Software Update Available on CCS website v1.14
Replies: 7
Views: 9803

Re: New Software Update Available on CCS website v1.14

Thanks. Just installed it. A couple of tips. I had to delete the old firmware off the memory card before the machine would recognize the new firmware. As well, the instructions say that after you load the new firmware, you disconnect the reader and unplug the machine. then plug it back in and hold t...
by goodboyr
Fri Feb 08, 2013 10:22 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: What are the buttons in between the up/down buttons for?
Replies: 0
Views: 11552

What are the buttons in between the up/down buttons for?

If you push the buttons that are in between the up and down arrow buttons, you get a beep but without any response on the menu. That tells me that these buttons are available, but are not presently used by the software. Any thoughts as to why, or is there a future planned use?
by goodboyr
Tue Feb 05, 2013 6:57 pm
Forum: Dream General Q&A
Topic: Line pressure with regulator
Replies: 0
Views: 11399

Line pressure with regulator

I just got a pressure regulator fron CCS and I've installed it in the 3/8 JG line going to my Dream. Prior to this, when I was on straight house line pressure, the pressure reading during pre infusion and at idle was exactly 4 bar. This seems correct as standard house pressure. Now with the pressure...
by goodboyr
Mon Feb 04, 2013 8:22 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Expanded 3-Way Issue
Replies: 21
Views: 23331

Re: Expanded 3-Way Issue

Agreed! The universe unfolds as it should. This forum has been a great help. Now that the screen is out, all is good.
by goodboyr
Wed Jan 30, 2013 3:04 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Expanded 3-Way Issue
Replies: 21
Views: 23331

Re: Expanded 3-Way Issue

Looks like the la spaz solution just extends the discharge deeper into the body of the drip tray. I think that would be preferable to something that could plug up over the long term. In any case, its pretty cool the level of response this is getting from both the manufacturer and the distributor.
by goodboyr
Wed Jan 30, 2013 8:58 am
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Expanded 3-Way Issue
Replies: 21
Views: 23331

Re: Different 3-Way Issue

I've had my mesh out for a week now and the machine works perfectly. No wet pucks, water only in drip tray, pressure decreases correctly. I now believe that my original observation that the discharge hose was not connected was in fact caused by it blowing off when the mesh got plugged. Thanks, Chas!
by goodboyr
Tue Jan 29, 2013 5:13 pm
Forum: Dream and Dream T Common Feature Discussions
Topic: Expanded 3-Way Issue
Replies: 21
Views: 23331

Re: Different 3-Way Issue

I think you are correct and this may be related to my observations in this thread: http://s1cafe.com/viewtopic.php?f=72&t=1862 In essence, the 3 way only has to "burp" to bring the pressure down, but perhaps the setpoint or timing of this burtp is too short to completely depressurize t...
by goodboyr
Mon Jan 28, 2013 12:53 pm
Forum: Dream T Day One Issues
Topic: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?
Replies: 19
Views: 23172

Re: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?

Here's my guess....they decided to address the splashing in three ways: 1. Put a long hose betweent the valve and the discharge fitting to slow down the flow. 2. Put a mesh strainer in the discharge fitting to further diffuse the flow. 3. Put a small plate half over the end of the discharge fitting ...
by goodboyr
Mon Jan 28, 2013 12:02 am
Forum: Dream T Day One Issues
Topic: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?
Replies: 19
Views: 23172

Re: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?

Great. You can easily pull that mesh out. All it does is plug up with coffee residue. The fitting solves the problem on its own.
by goodboyr
Sun Jan 27, 2013 4:00 pm
Forum: Dream T Day One Issues
Topic: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?
Replies: 19
Views: 23172

Re: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?

Mine has the modified discharge fitting and I've removed the little screen. As others have noted, that screen is unnecessary. All the discharge is correctly directed into the driptray.
by goodboyr
Sat Jan 26, 2013 2:31 pm
Forum: Dream T Day One Issues
Topic: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?
Replies: 19
Views: 23172

Re: A Leak/Drip from the..discharge valve?

My Dream came with that. Does yours have the mesh screen inserted in the back?
by goodboyr
Sat Jan 26, 2013 10:13 am
Forum: Dream T General Q&A
Topic: Programming Shot Dose Issues
Replies: 6
Views: 12219

Re: Programming Shot Dose Issues

The timing number does have a use. If you use the "grinding" menu option then if the shot is outside the timing by the set amount of seconds (5, 10, etc) then the machine will alarm showing that you need to adjust the grind. So I don't agree that they should remove it. Here's the quote fro...
by goodboyr
Tue Jan 22, 2013 6:50 pm
Forum: Dream Day One Issues
Topic: Leakage from back underside of machine when backflushing
Replies: 6
Views: 10524

Re: Leakage from back underside of machine when backflushing

Yup. Mine is starting to clog as well, so I removed it. Not a great idea by CCS. It will clog very quickly. They need to think of another method to disperse the flow.
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by goodboyr
Sun Jan 20, 2013 1:58 pm
Forum: Dream Day One Issues
Topic: Leakage from back underside of machine when backflushing
Replies: 6
Views: 10524

Re: Leakage from back underside of machine when backflushing

Solved. Line was disconnected from brass discharge fitting of 3 way. The disconnected line was tucked in the back of the machine. Took some work to reconnect, but all good now. Wow! I guess they are in a bit of a hurry putting these things together. I did notice that there is a metal screen inside t...
by goodboyr
Sun Jan 20, 2013 12:36 pm
Forum: Dream Day One Issues
Topic: Leakage from back underside of machine when backflushing
Replies: 6
Views: 10524

Leakage from back underside of machine when backflushing

This is week one with the Dream. Time to backflush with the rubber disc. When I do that I get some water leakage at the end of the "shot" under the machine towards the back. Any ideas on what is leaking?
by goodboyr
Thu Jan 17, 2013 10:42 am
Forum: Dream Day One Issues
Topic: Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot
Replies: 5
Views: 9182

Re: Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot

Looking at the flow diagram in the Vivaldi manual, I think it is as I described. There is a backflow prevention check valve between the pressure sensor and the pump. The 3 way is downstream of this at the group head. So, either the backflow check valve is a bit sticky, or when the 3 way operates, it...
by goodboyr
Thu Jan 17, 2013 10:20 am
Forum: Dream Day One Issues
Topic: Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot
Replies: 5
Views: 9182

Re: Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot

The pressure slowly decays with the pf on. When you remove the pf, the high pressue starts decaying a bit quicker, and then when you flush without the pf it quickly returns to line pressure. It appears the "high line pressure" alarm is set for greater than 6 bar, for a certain time (maybe ...
by goodboyr
Thu Jan 17, 2013 9:45 am
Forum: Dream Day One Issues
Topic: Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot
Replies: 5
Views: 9182

Re: Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot

Duh!!! I'm a noob! I realized this happens because i left the pf in the machine instead of removing immediately and rinsing. The pressure gets locked up in the portafilter (especially when you're experimenting with grinds and are running too fine). When you remove the pf and do a short rinse, the pr...
by goodboyr
Thu Jan 17, 2013 3:04 am
Forum: Dream Day One Issues
Topic: Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot
Replies: 5
Views: 9182

Occasional high line pressure alarm after shot

Just got my Dream. Occasionally after pulling a shot, the line pressure indication goes to 6.1 bar and the alarm sounds. Then the pressure indication slowly decays to the actual line pressure which looks to be about 3.9 bar. Any ideas as to whats wrong?

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