Apex Setup

[cbenner]

No.   AI Sol's require the add on VDM module.   So in your case the full Apex provides no benefit of the Apex Lite.

You are correct for the AI Sols.

[Twizted1]

Thats not fair. lol

[cbenner]

Ha ,
They must have teamed up on that one.

[Twizted1]

I was looking at there web site. http://www.neptunesystems.com/led-dimming-module/
They claim to work with the Sol.
You know why they are called the Sol? Because you have to sell you soul to get one.   

[Bucknutz]

I have the Marine Solutions LEDs which I believe without opening, modifying, and breaking the warranty I can't dim them with the Apex.

[Wall_Tank]

I was looking at there web site. http://www.neptunesystems.com/led-dimming-module/
They claim to work with the Sol.

Yup, that is the VDM.   It is a separate module.....

[Twizted1]

Yup, that is the VDM.   It is a separate module.....

Well that sucks. Lol

[ohioreef]

Would the lite work with float switches for an ATO?

[Wall_Tank]

All Apex units can interface with inputs.

Full Apex - Includes 4 analog outputs (0-10vdc)
Apex Lite - Exact Same as above without the analog outputs.

The VDM module is for the AI-sol, but also has 4 analog outputs(0-10vdc)  so you can add the analog function to the Apex Lite at any time.

[ohioreef]

Ok. Now what's the difference between the Apex Lite and Apex Jr?

[Wall_Tank]

Apex Jr is a processor and 4 strip outlet built into one unit.   It has very little built into the main system.   It can be expanded using the same modules as the apex, but you can only attach 5 devices to the JR.  THe display that does come with the Jr, uses one of the 5 expansion device slots.

Here is a complete rundown of the differences of the base units.......again all units can be expanded with modules or energy bars.

[ohioreef]

Thanks Wall_Tank!

You wouldn't need a display on the JR if you program by web, correct? Also, do any of the modules have the ability to connect a break out box to? (you have to have a breakout box for float switches, correct?)

[Wall_Tank]

Correct you would not need a display, but it typically comes with the kit.

The following expansion modules also have 6 switch inputs that can be used with a breakout box.
PM1 - PH/Orp
PM2 - Salinity
PM3 - Dissolved Oxygen

You don't need a breakout box, you can make your own cable if you want.    It is just a MiniDin 8 connector.