Apex - 4-channels of variable speed/dimming question

saf1 · 10/01/2017, 06:52 PM

Hi All. I'm currently using a Reef Angel controller and considering migrating to the Apex when I finish my new tank upgrade. I am using custom LED chips, Borealis Luxeon Z Array's by Rapid LED, and wondering how I wire / use the Apex 4 channel ports. I have a PWM expansion module which is connected to my one of the MeanWell LDD's.

Is there documentation available before I purchase to see how to use the 4 channel speed/dimming ports? It looks like RJ45 jacks. If so I'm guessing (probably incorrectly) that you are splitting the wires and giving 4 to one channel and 4 to another. Is there something I could see in order to wire up my channels correctly? The Borealis is 4 channels has are the new multi chips I'm using from Blue Acro.

Thanks. Looking forward to trying this unit out.

saf1 · 10/01/2017, 06:56 PM

I think I found a reference searching a bit more. In case anyone does a search on the forum here I might as well answer it

https://www.neptunesystems.com/downl...nce_Manual.pdf

RussM · 10/01/2017, 07:08 PM

A pinout diagram for DIY purposes is here: https://forum.neptunesystems.com/sho...e-amp-DIY-LEDs

The Apex variable outputs are 0–0v analog, not PWM.

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saf1 · 10/01/2017, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RussM

A pinout diagram for DIY purposes is here: https://forum.neptunesystems.com/sho...e-amp-DIY-LEDs

The Apex variable outputs are 0–0v analog, not PWM.

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Thanks. Appreciate it. I actually was just reading through their documentation and see that. The currently LED system wouldn't work with that then. I have some new emitters that am going to use but I think the driver I'm using with that is also PWM. Bummer.

Thank you again. Appreciate it. I'll go back to the drawing board and see what I might be able to do.

RussM · 10/01/2017, 07:17 PM

Steve’s LED has a 4-channel harness that converts 0-10v analog to PWM

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saf1 · 10/01/2017, 09:38 PM

Hi Russ - thanks, I didn't consider that. I've used some of his products before in fact with my 29 gallon bio-cube. I'll head over there and see what it is. Thanks for the tip!

Not sure if I can link - but is this what you are referring to? http://www.stevesleds.com/Aquarium-C...ess_p_183.html

10/01/2017, 06:52 PM	#1
saf1 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: California Posts: 2,259	Apex - 4-channels of variable speed/dimming question Hi All. I'm currently using a Reef Angel controller and considering migrating to the Apex when I finish my new tank upgrade. I am using custom LED chips, Borealis Luxeon Z Array's by Rapid LED, and wondering how I wire / use the Apex 4 channel ports. I have a PWM expansion module which is connected to my one of the MeanWell LDD's. Is there documentation available before I purchase to see how to use the 4 channel speed/dimming ports? It looks like RJ45 jacks. If so I'm guessing (probably incorrectly) that you are splitting the wires and giving 4 to one channel and 4 to another. Is there something I could see in order to wire up my channels correctly? The Borealis is 4 channels has are the new multi chips I'm using from Blue Acro. Thanks. Looking forward to trying this unit out. __________________ -saf1 Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef

10/01/2017, 06:56 PM	#2
saf1 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: California Posts: 2,259	I think I found a reference searching a bit more. In case anyone does a search on the forum here I might as well answer it https://www.neptunesystems.com/downl...nce_Manual.pdf __________________ -saf1 Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef

10/01/2017, 09:38 PM	#6
saf1 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: California Posts: 2,259	Hi Russ - thanks, I didn't consider that. I've used some of his products before in fact with my 29 gallon bio-cube. I'll head over there and see what it is. Thanks for the tip! Not sure if I can link - but is this what you are referring to? http://www.stevesleds.com/Aquarium-C...ess_p_183.html __________________ -saf1 Current Tank Info: 210 gallon mixed reef

10/01/2017, 07:08 PM	#3
RussM Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: El Cajon, CA Posts: 7,818	A pinout diagram for DIY purposes is here: https://forum.neptunesystems.com/sho...e-amp-DIY-LEDs The Apex variable outputs are 0–0v analog, not PWM. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

10/01/2017, 07:17 PM	#5
RussM Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: El Cajon, CA Posts: 7,818	Steve’s LED has a 4-channel harness that converts 0-10v analog to PWM Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro