When logging into my new DigiOne Player via SSH the CPU’s consistently reporting that it’s running too hot:
Temperature | 67’C : 152’F (Running hot, not recommended)
Has anyone else noticed the same and, if so, any reason for concern?
When logging into my new DigiOne Player via SSH the CPU’s consistently reporting that it’s running too hot:
Temperature | 67’C : 152’F (Running hot, not recommended)
Has anyone else noticed the same and, if so, any reason for concern?
My DigiOne in aluminium case runs at around 41-42C
Mine’s in the black acrylic case, which I’m sure makes some difference. I wouldn’t expect it to be quite that warm though. I’ve run Pis in acrylic cases before and haven’t seen temps that high for a system that’s not doing much of anything.
Had similar temperatures running RopieeeXL on an RPi4 in the acrylic case. Quickest solution I found was to turn the case vertically to keep too much heat from getting trapped underneath… lowered my temps to 57-59’C. May also install a heatsink since I have an extra one.
As an aside, I’m guessing the Pi in the aluminum case is a 2 or a 3, which run cooler than the 4 (I don’t think Allo makes an aluminum case for a 4 yet).
Good point on the 2 or 3 vs. the 4, and I’ll try setting it on its side, thanks.
Debating getting a laptop cooling pad to put underneath the Player and my NUC ROCK.
I have other RPi 3s running in acrylic cases (with different hats) and these run run around 48-50C.
As another data point:
I’m running a DigiOne hat on a 3B inside the acrylic case but I’ve never seen it getting hotter than 56°C (with RoPieeeXL and Shareplay + DNLA on).
I’ve added two small USB-powered fans to the mix, one on top and one providing some cross-circulation, and it’s cooled down a bit:
CPU temp : 50’C : 122’F (Running warm, but safe)
I’ll play around with the placement a bit & see if one fan’s enough, but it’s sure looking like the acrylic case with a Pi 4 is a questionable option.
The RPi 4 does run a lot hotter than earlier models. I don’t think you are seeing anything unusual.
Maybe you’d get comparable results with a passive heat sink radiator?
Yeah, I knew the 4 would run hot… It’s just a bit hotter than I expected.
DietPi reports that it’s “too hot” but it’s hard to tell if that threshold’s been dialed into the 4’s thermal profile, or if it’s just a general threshold.
Are you running the latest firmware?
I was actually just looking at that. Allo UI doesn’t show that I need any updates, and apt update only shows a few PHP related updates as available.
Did it help updating the FW? You have the exact same temp as I have with pi4 and Digione, so I guess it’s normal.
No change with firmware updates. I’ve still got a little external fan setup that’s keeping it within normal temperature ranges, but it definitely runs hot without the extra cooling.
I went from acrylic to aluminum, which made a substantial difference.
Hi all - I have just pulled the trigger on an Allo DigiOne HAT for my Pi 4 and like the OP mine is now way hotter than it used to be in its own aluminium Flirc case - 62c v’s 37-42c! One presumes loads of these are operating in the Allo acrylic case (can’t say I’m a fan!) with a Pi 4 happily but it did come as a bit of a shock when I popped into Ropieee to check!
I can see the metal case is discontinued on Pi Hut and thee doesn’t seem to be one for the Pi 4 - could this be why?
Just to note, I’ve turned the case on it’s side and heat can now disperse between the cards - down to 54c now
I wondered if that might make some difference but then forgot to give it a try after I added the external fans. Might give it a shot and see how it does. Thanks for the reminder.
And yeah, I’d think the aluminum enclosure could make a big difference. I may swap mine out at some point & see what happens.
Yes I think the metal case is the solution, but unfortunately it’s discontinued now and there isn’t one to fit the Pi4 - maybe Allo are pushing us towards buying the finished article from themselves? Which is fair enough as I don’t think there is any difference price wise, except if you already have a Pi then it’s fun trying the hats… I was very surprised at the effect of the DigiOne, didn’t expect an improvement over USB at all, not on the Pi 4!
I use the Digione with Pi 4 rev.1.2 in the acrylic case and with this heatsink the temperature drops by 5°C: