Neptune Systems AquaController Apex Classic User Manual

Neptune Systems AquaController Apex Classic

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Apex Classic

Setup and Programming Guide

Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
Welcome to Aquacontroller Apex6
Features6
Table of Acronyms8
Typical Aquacontroller System Components8
Setup Overview10
Physical Installation11
- Base System Initial Connections11
Network Setup13
- Automatic Network Configuration (Default)13
- Manual Network Configuration (Optional)15
- Configure the Apex Hostname (Optional)18
- Configure the Apex Web Interface Port Number (Optional)19
- Configure the Apex Web Interface Administrator Credentials19
- Restart the Apex (Optional)20
Email Setup20
- Enable/Disable Email Authentication23
- Send a Test Alarm Email24
- Email Troubleshooting24
Configuring the Apex to be Accessible from the Internet25
Clock Setup26
Apex Module Setup28
- Energybar 828
- Probe Module 128
- Probe Module 230
- Probe Module 330
- Updating Aquabus Modules30
- Delete an Apex Module30
- Rename an Apex Module30
- Configure an Apex Module31
Legacy Module Setup31
- Addressing Legacy Modules31
- Connecting Legacy Modules32
- Adding Legacy Modules to the Apex System32
- X10 Outlets32
- Adding Legacy Outlets33
- Deleting Legacy Outlets33
- Probe Expansion PX-100035
Probe Setup35
- Temperature Probe Setup35
- Temperature Probe Calibration36
- Temperature Probe Maintenance37
- Ph Probe Setup37
- Ph Probe Calibration38
- Ph Probe Maintenance40
- ORP Probe Setup40
- ORP Probe Calibration41
- ORP Probe Maintenance44
- Conductivity Probe Setup (Optional)44
  - Conductivity Range45
  - Temperature Compensation46
- Conductivity Probe Calibration46
- Conductivity Probe Maintenance47
- Dissolved Oxygen Setup (Optional)47
  - Dissolved Oxygen Range49
- Dissolved Oxygen Calibration49
- Dissolved Oxygen Probe Maintainence50
Programming Outlets51
- Default Program51
- Programming with Wizards51
- Editing Outlet Programming54
- Advanced Programming54
- Virtual Outlets56
- Order of Operation57
- Repeat Interval58
- Programming with Hysteresis59
- Programming Alarms and Warnings60
  - Triggering Alarms or Events on Power Outages61
  - Sample Alarm Email62
- Switch Inputs63
- Identifying Ports and Switches on Expansion Modules64
- Seasonal Programming65
- Programming Feed Timers67
- Variable Speed Port Programming68
Display Setup72
- Edit Status Screens72
- Locking the Display73
- Daytime and Nighttime Display Brightness73
- Display Contrast74
- Configuring the Dashboard74
- Embedding Streaming Video76
- Determining Your Streaming URL76
- About Tiles77
Sound Setup77
Using the Aquacontroller Apex79
- Viewing Status79
- Manual Control79
- Graphing80
- Feed Timer Operation83
Logging84
- Log Interval84
- Data Log84
- Power Fail Log85
Initialize Memory85
Self Test86
Load/Save Configuration87
Xml Menu88
Updating Firmware88
- Preparing the Update89
- Updating the Apex Base Module Firmware89
- Updating the Apex Base Module Web Interface91
- Upgrading Apex Modules92
- Troubleshooting When Updating Using the Apex Flash Utility92
Appendix 1 - Apex Display Menu Structure94
Appendix 2 - Display Icons95
Appendix 3 - Programming Reference96
- Defer96
- Fallback96
- If Dow97
- If Feed97
- If Moon98
- If ORP98
- If Outlet99
- If Ph99
- If Power100
- If Sun101
- If Switch101
- If Temp102
- If Time102
- Minimum Time103
- Osc103
- Set104
Appendix 4 - Advanced Programming Examples104
- Default Program104
- Automatic Top off105
- Kalkwasser Control107
- Alternating Pumps109
- Sequenced Pumps110
- Resonant Waves111
- Alternate with Variable Speed Pumps112
- Growing Surge with Variable Speed Pumps114
Appendix 5 - Troubleshooting and Help115
Appendix 6 - Telnet Commands115
Index116
Neptune Systems Limited Warranty120

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Neptune Systems AquaController Apex Classic Specifications

General

Brand	Neptune Systems
Model	AquaController Apex Classic
Category	Control Unit
Language	English

Summary

System Setup Procedures

Physical Installation Guide

Securely mount Apex components, protecting them from moisture and ensuring proper ventilation.

Network Setup Guide

Configure Ethernet connection for web access, remote monitoring, and alarm notifications.

Email Configuration for Alerts

Set up SMTP server details, sender/recipient addresses, and authentication for email alerts.

Internet Access Configuration

Enable remote access by configuring the router for port forwarding to the Apex system.

Clock and Time Settings

Set system time, timezone, and daylight saving for accurate operation and logging.

Module and Probe Management

Apex Module Setup

Connect and configure Apex modules (EnergyBar, Probe Modules) via the AquaBus system.

Legacy Module Integration

Manually add and configure older legacy modules to the Apex system.

Probe Setup and Calibration

Connect, enable, and calibrate various probes (Temp, pH, ORP, Cond, DO) for accurate measurements.

System Operation and Maintenance

Display and Sound Settings

Customize status screens, adjust display brightness/contrast, and configure system sounds.

System Usage and Monitoring

View system status, perform manual controls, graph data, and operate feed timers.

Data Logging and Management

Configure log intervals, view data logs, and manage power failure records.

Configuration Backup and Updates

Save/load configurations, perform self-tests, initialize memory, and update system firmware.