Apex Classic Setup and Programming Guide v2.2 Page 1
WELCOME TO AQUACONTROLLER APEX
Congratulations on your purchase of the AquaController Apex system. The
AquaController Apex System delivers an expandable, professional quality
aquarium controller at hobbyist prices. The AquaController Apex is the most
flexible, expandable system on the market today.
FEATURES
• Very simple menu driven configuration
• Monitor and control - pH, ORP and temperature (ORP probe port not
included on Apex Lite)
• Galvanic isolation on probe inputs
• Expansion through add-on probe modules and Energy Bars
• Flexible control
• Wave maker
• Seasonal temperature and lighting adjustments
• Moon cycle simulation
• Email and audible alarming
• Connectivity – Ethernet built in
• 4 Feed Timers
• 4 Variable speed ports on Apex (not on Apex Lite)
• Digital Inputs
• Modular expansion through AquaBus
• Legacy device Support – All ACIII accessories supported
• User updateable firmware
• Up to 29 Aquabus expansion modules may be connected
• State of the art electronics integration
AquaController Apex Lite Base Unit Physical Features
• Multicolor LED to indicate status of the AquaController Apex Base Module.
• Ethernet port for connecting to standard networks for web configuration,
control and monitoring.
• Probe port for monitoring pH with a pH probe.
• Temperature port.
• Two AquaBus connectors for easy expansion and flexible cabling options.
• I/O Port for connecting PX-1000 or the Breakout box for 6 digital inputs.
• Control Port for connecting DC8, DC4, DC4HD, AquaSurf or Lunar
Simulator.