Apex Firmware Update - 4.04 Beta

clp · 10/08/2010, 05:14 PM

If you want to help test the latest firmware for the Apex, then read on. Don't expect this release to be perfect - that is why it is a beta release. If for any reason you are not comfortable putting beta firmware in your controller, I recommend that you wait for the final release.

This release adds the following features:

- Support for VDM module
- Support for EB4 module
- Enhanced graphing with support for multiple probes and outlets.
- probe naming and configuration from web browser
- Added weather profile type.
- miscellaneous bug fixes.

The firmware can be downloaded from:

www.neptunesys.com/apex_4_04.zip

Curt

Gordonious · 10/08/2010, 05:34 PM

Sweet! Glad this was released already. Neptune rocks!

DBSAM · 10/09/2010, 05:48 AM

I uploaded the beta...graphing in Safari 5.0.2 does not work. Firefox and IE no problems graphing or anything else.

Wall_Tank · 10/09/2010, 07:56 AM

So far looks really good. Like the ability to graph the status of an outlet. Now if we only can get the output voltage on the 0-10v variable outputs.

Really looking forward to playing with the Weather Profile

westernreef · 10/09/2010, 10:29 AM

Is anyone else having problems opening the zip file? I tried this am and it won't open after I download it.

RussM · 10/09/2010, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by westernreef

Is anyone else having problems opening the zip file? I tried this am and it won't open after I download it.

Are you getting an error from WinZip or other archiver program? Delete the downloaded file, then try again.

Or does your computer not "know" how open a zip file? If this is the case, download and install a program called WinZip (easily found with Google)

DBSAM · 10/09/2010, 11:27 AM

Graphing in Safari seems to work fine now...

HeneryH · 10/09/2010, 11:30 AM

So far, so good. W7-64bit-Firefox.

Thank you for changing the graph date to the 'end date' rather than the 'start date' on the graphs. That makes it easier to change from today to last 7 days without calculating the new start date (especially if the month-end rollover is in the window).

I have been seeing a rather minor issue with the previous release that is still here. Wondering if anyone else sees it. W7-64b-Firefox, log into the controller and enter your credentials. Hit enter. The web page loading just spins forever. If you just hit enter on the address-bar then the page loads up correctly. This is pretty minor for me since I know to just hit the URL again.

Rick's Reef · 10/09/2010, 12:42 PM

Thanks Neptune for the fix. The bug where PM1 and PM2 probes would not display after just a few hours seems to be fixed...or at least it has been fine over the last 12 hours.

However, the graphs are not showing at all for me in Chrome. I cleared the browser caches and still no luck. Anyone else having trouble seeing the graphs? Correction: it appears to work okay in IE.

BigKahuna · 10/09/2010, 12:46 PM

I am on the fence about upgrading to this beta but I have one question regarding the behavior of the iPhone app's graph display. I notice at the start of every month the graph basically starts from scratch and I can't see any data before the 1st of the month. The graphs on the web version are all showing data but every month the iPhone app starts over from scratch. Is this normal and if not is there a way to show the data on the iPhone app from prior to te 1st of the month that I don't know about?

Gordonious · 10/09/2010, 03:04 PM

HenryH, instead of clicking on the URL and hitting enter pressing F5 on any browser does the same thing.(aka refresh) I have the same issue as well with the old firm ware, haven't uploaded the beta yet.

unbreakable · 10/09/2010, 04:51 PM

Awesome, can't wait to try this out

swearint · 10/10/2010, 07:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigKahuna

I am on the fence about upgrading to this beta but I have one question regarding the behavior of the iPhone app's graph display. I notice at the start of every month the graph basically starts from scratch and I can't see any data before the 1st of the month. The graphs on the web version are all showing data but every month the iPhone app starts over from scratch. Is this normal and if not is there a way to show the data on the iPhone app from prior to te 1st of the month that I don't know about?

That is normal for the iPhone app. No way that I know of to change it. It already takes a long time to load a full month of data, I would not want to wait for more.

Todd

jamesx0 · 10/10/2010, 07:48 AM

The graphing isn't working in Chrome. IE is fine.

aquamanic · 10/10/2010, 10:04 AM

Quote:

The graphing isn't working in Chrome

Try compatibility mode. It has the same problem in IE9 (beta).

elahav · 10/10/2010, 02:07 PM

Does not work for me in IE8 ?

elahav · 10/10/2010, 02:24 PM

Update. Its working.

swearint · 10/10/2010, 05:50 PM

Updated without any problems. Kicking the tires abit and I am finding that the Probe Setup webpage is not working correctly. It stalls and I cannot backpage, I have to navigate to a different website and come back to the Apex. This is with IE8.

Also, and this happened with the previous version, but whenever the Apex resets it dletes a huge chunk of data from the XML Outlet log. It does not delete the whole day's data just the last several hours prior to the reset.

Todd

Dark_Reef · 10/10/2010, 07:14 PM

I would like to know if the number of profiles has been increased in the beta firmware? 16 will not be enough for the additional pumps and lighting with the VDM module. I know that I will be using well over 24 to start.

kenargo · 10/10/2010, 07:39 PM

No, there are still 15 profiles (PF1-PF15).

Dark_Reef · 10/10/2010, 07:46 PM

I guess then I need to know when the profiles will be increased? The VDM modules will not do me much good without increasing the profiles. I have 8 pumps each with 2 profiles and two sets of AI lights. Which I think will use at least 4 each. And I plan on adding another tank which will add another 6 to 8.

schwaggs · 10/10/2010, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenargo

No, there are still 15 profiles (PF1-PF15).

I think you meant 16 Ken...

schwaggs · 10/10/2010, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dark_Reef

I guess then I need to know when the profiles will be increased? The VDM modules will not do me much good without increasing the profiles. I have 8 pumps each with 2 profiles and two sets of AI lights. Which I think will use at least 4 each. And I plan on adding another tank which will add another 6 to 8.

You don't have to use a unique profole for each pump. I use the same "Night" profile for all my pumps since I run them at minimum output. You just need unique profiles if you run them all at different intensities or durations...

niko5 · 10/10/2010, 09:13 PM

I did the update today and all is well. I really like the probe name renaming and the graphing. Also the web page loads wayyyyy faster for me it's very nice. Works on my laptop and my iPad.

niko5 · 10/10/2010, 09:22 PM

Did notice one problem... My EB8_2 used to show amps correct typically .5 or so now it's constantly reading 1.4 even if everything is off...

10/08/2010, 05:14 PM	#1
clp RC Sponsor Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 4,311	Apex Firmware Update - 4.04 Beta If you want to help test the latest firmware for the Apex, then read on. Don't expect this release to be perfect - that is why it is a beta release. If for any reason you are not comfortable putting beta firmware in your controller, I recommend that you wait for the final release. This release adds the following features: - Support for VDM module - Support for EB4 module - Enhanced graphing with support for multiple probes and outlets. - probe naming and configuration from web browser - Added weather profile type. - miscellaneous bug fixes. The firmware can be downloaded from: www.neptunesys.com/apex_4_04.zip Curt

10/09/2010, 05:48 AM	#3
DBSAM Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 287	I uploaded the beta...graphing in Safari 5.0.2 does not work. Firefox and IE no problems graphing or anything else. __________________ David Getting out...

10/09/2010, 11:27 AM	#7
DBSAM Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 287	Graphing in Safari seems to work fine now... __________________ David Getting out...

10/09/2010, 04:51 PM	#12
unbreakable D: Join Date: May 2007 Location: ? Posts: 2,868	Awesome, can't wait to try this out __________________ INTERNET= Serious Business!

10/10/2010, 02:07 PM	#16
elahav Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Atlanta,GA Posts: 338	Does not work for me in IE8 ? __________________ Check out my tanks website (With live cam) Current Tank Info: 120 gal Corner, 50 Gal Sumps ,Aquacontroller 3, Little Giant 3 MD-SC for Return, Gen-X-(pcx-30) on CL , 250W MH 20K, Octopus OTP 3000, Euro Reef CS5-3, CR -Coralline C1502, Second Chamber CR-DIY ,Kalk Reactor-DIY,

10/08/2010, 05:34 PM	#2
Gordonious Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Newark DE Posts: 3,393	Sweet! Glad this was released already. Neptune rocks!

10/09/2010, 07:56 AM	#4
Wall_Tank Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Dayton, Oh Posts: 105	So far looks really good. Like the ability to graph the status of an outlet. Now if we only can get the output voltage on the 0-10v variable outputs. Really looking forward to playing with the Weather Profile

10/09/2010, 10:29 AM	#5
westernreef Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 28	Is anyone else having problems opening the zip file? I tried this am and it won't open after I download it.

10/09/2010, 11:30 AM	#8
HeneryH Henery Hawk Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA Posts: 1,010	So far, so good. W7-64bit-Firefox. Thank you for changing the graph date to the 'end date' rather than the 'start date' on the graphs. That makes it easier to change from today to last 7 days without calculating the new start date (especially if the month-end rollover is in the window). I have been seeing a rather minor issue with the previous release that is still here. Wondering if anyone else sees it. W7-64b-Firefox, log into the controller and enter your credentials. Hit enter. The web page loading just spins forever. If you just hit enter on the address-bar then the page loads up correctly. This is pretty minor for me since I know to just hit the URL again.

10/09/2010, 12:42 PM	#9
Rick's Reef Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 28	Thanks Neptune for the fix. The bug where PM1 and PM2 probes would not display after just a few hours seems to be fixed...or at least it has been fine over the last 12 hours. However, the graphs are not showing at all for me in Chrome. I cleared the browser caches and still no luck. Anyone else having trouble seeing the graphs? Correction: it appears to work okay in IE.

10/09/2010, 12:46 PM	#10
BigKahuna Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: NY Posts: 977	I am on the fence about upgrading to this beta but I have one question regarding the behavior of the iPhone app's graph display. I notice at the start of every month the graph basically starts from scratch and I can't see any data before the 1st of the month. The graphs on the web version are all showing data but every month the iPhone app starts over from scratch. Is this normal and if not is there a way to show the data on the iPhone app from prior to te 1st of the month that I don't know about?

10/09/2010, 03:04 PM	#11
Gordonious Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Newark DE Posts: 3,393	HenryH, instead of clicking on the URL and hitting enter pressing F5 on any browser does the same thing.(aka refresh) I have the same issue as well with the old firm ware, haven't uploaded the beta yet.

10/10/2010, 07:48 AM	#14
jamesx0 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Voorhees, NJ Posts: 46	The graphing isn't working in Chrome. IE is fine.

10/10/2010, 02:24 PM	#17
elahav Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Atlanta,GA Posts: 338	Update. Its working. __________________ Check out my tanks website (With live cam) Current Tank Info: 120 gal Corner, 50 Gal Sumps ,Aquacontroller 3, Little Giant 3 MD-SC for Return, Gen-X-(pcx-30) on CL , 250W MH 20K, Octopus OTP 3000, Euro Reef CS5-3, CR -Coralline C1502, Second Chamber CR-DIY ,Kalk Reactor-DIY,

10/10/2010, 05:50 PM	#18
swearint Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 2,645	Updated without any problems. Kicking the tires abit and I am finding that the Probe Setup webpage is not working correctly. It stalls and I cannot backpage, I have to navigate to a different website and come back to the Apex. This is with IE8. Also, and this happened with the previous version, but whenever the Apex resets it dletes a huge chunk of data from the XML Outlet log. It does not delete the whole day's data just the last several hours prior to the reset. Todd __________________ Amendment IX The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people. Current Tank Info: 125g Reef

10/10/2010, 07:14 PM	#19
Dark_Reef Registered Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: FLORIDA, TAMPA Posts: 149	Profiles increased? I would like to know if the number of profiles has been increased in the beta firmware? 16 will not be enough for the additional pumps and lighting with the VDM module. I know that I will be using well over 24 to start.

10/10/2010, 07:39 PM	#20
kenargo Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 8,151	No, there are still 15 profiles (PF1-PF15). __________________ Click on my name to visit my homepage and access a collection of AquaController and Apex software, tips, trick and other Q&A including a link to the 'unofficial Apex new users guide' with loads of helpful information and don't forget to put a pin in my location map. Current Tank Info: 225G, BK 300 Deluxe, Deltec PF601, Precision Marine Kalkreactor, 2-LMIII+6 pumps, SpectraPure UHE, Apex, LunarSim, Tunze 6305s. Mixed reef, clam, fish, etc.

10/10/2010, 07:46 PM	#21
Dark_Reef Registered Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: FLORIDA, TAMPA Posts: 149	When will the profiles be increased? I guess then I need to know when the profiles will be increased? The VDM modules will not do me much good without increasing the profiles. I have 8 pumps each with 2 profiles and two sets of AI lights. Which I think will use at least 4 each. And I plan on adding another tank which will add another 6 to 8.

10/10/2010, 09:13 PM	#24
niko5 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 2,813	I did the update today and all is well. I really like the probe name renaming and the graphing. Also the web page loads wayyyyy faster for me it's very nice. Works on my laptop and my iPad. __________________ Nick Current Tank Info: 125 Gal Oceanic RR 2 250 Watt Icecap w/ Hamelton 14K

10/10/2010, 09:22 PM	#25
niko5 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 2,813	Did notice one problem... My EB8_2 used to show amps correct typically .5 or so now it's constantly reading 1.4 even if everything is off... __________________ Nick Current Tank Info: 125 Gal Oceanic RR 2 250 Watt Icecap w/ Hamelton 14K

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