Neptune Base Module without Display?

Windy Miller · 07/26/2010, 06:01 AM

Some background - I currently own a GHL IIex but I would like to control my Vortechs (and have wanted this for a loooong while). Unfortunately it means an upgrade to III. An expensive one.

As the Apex supports this, and the only other control I need is two 0-10V lines is it possible to run the base unit without the display?

Can I set it all up via ethernet?

As I am in the UK I'd also welcome any contact from vendors who are happy to ship here. This also brings up a third question...

Does the base unit run from AC (240V in the UK) or DC? I'm not bothered about the plug bars etc.

swearint · 07/26/2010, 07:18 AM

No, the display is necessary for certain settings that are not available from the web interface. The Apex base unit gets primary 12VDC power from the Aquabus, supplied by the EB8 powerstrip. The powerstrip works off of 120VAC, I don't know if it is offered in a 240VAC version. Secondary power for the base unit can be supplied from a 12VDC power adapter.

Todd

Windy Miller · 07/26/2010, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by swearint

No, the display is necessary for certain settings that are not available from the web interface. The Apex base unit gets primary 12VDC power from the Aquabus, supplied by the EB8 powerstrip. The powerstrip works off of 120VAC, I don't know if it is offered in a 240VAC version. Secondary power for the base unit can be supplied from a 12VDC power adapter.

Todd

Cheers Todd. Curt from Neptune has contacted me and it seems I can run the controller with a 12V ac adaptor. 220V input is planned for later this year.

Just need to find an international retailer now. Any reading feel free to drop me a message

There are a few on that well known auction site I will contact but they all seem to be bundling the powerbar.

07/26/2010, 06:01 AM	#1
Windy Miller Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 40	Neptune Base Module without Display? Some background - I currently own a GHL IIex but I would like to control my Vortechs (and have wanted this for a loooong while). Unfortunately it means an upgrade to III. An expensive one. As the Apex supports this, and the only other control I need is two 0-10V lines is it possible to run the base unit without the display? Can I set it all up via ethernet? As I am in the UK I'd also welcome any contact from vendors who are happy to ship here. This also brings up a third question... Does the base unit run from AC (240V in the UK) or DC? I'm not bothered about the plug bars etc.

07/26/2010, 07:18 AM	#2
swearint Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 2,644	No, the display is necessary for certain settings that are not available from the web interface. The Apex base unit gets primary 12VDC power from the Aquabus, supplied by the EB8 powerstrip. The powerstrip works off of 120VAC, I don't know if it is offered in a 240VAC version. Secondary power for the base unit can be supplied from a 12VDC power adapter. 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