AI Wireless Module (AWM) - Setup Guide
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AI WIRELESS MODULE – INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the AquaController Apex expansion accessory. The AquaController Apex AI
Wireless Module (AWM) provides the ability to control AI Vega® and Hydra® series LED fixtures from your
AquaController system. This enables complete integration with all the control and functionality offered by the
Apex system – modify your lighting plan based on time of day or day of week. Change colors through the day
from dim in the morning to bright white during the middle of the day.
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.
This manual outlines the set up and configuration of AI Wireless LED lights using the AWM via programming the
Apex AquaController using its built-in web interface. This process will be made significantly simpler in the very
near future as our new cloud-based service, Apex Fusion, is made available.
FEATURES
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Wirelessly controls up to 12 AI Vega and Hydra LED fixtures – add additional AWM modules to control
more.
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19 different wireless frequencies that insure you get reliable communications.
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Lighting modes can be changed based on conditions and events throughout the day using powerful
Apex programming commands.
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Supports ‘weather’ profiles – clouds and lightning can be incorporated in your lighting strategy
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The AWM attaches to and is powered by the Apex system via AquaBus.
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Automatic Plug N Play for easy setup and configuration.
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Lights can be dynamically added/removed from the system.
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Upgradable AWM firmware through AquaBus via the Apex Base Module.
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Multi-color LED Status and Wireless Status indicators.
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2 AquaBus ports for flexible system connections.
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Comes with a 3' AquaBus cable.
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Compatible with all Apex systems – Apex, Lite and Jr.
PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
WARNING: Your Apex Base Module must be running firmware version 4.30 or higher to support the AI
Wireless Module (AWM). The current firmware version can be checked from the Apex Display on the Self
Test screen. If needed, please upgrade the Apex Base Module firmware before proceeding with the installation.
See the Apex Setup and Programming Guide for firmware upgrade instructions.
The AquaController AWM should be securely mounted in a location free from moisture. Use wood screws
through the mounting tabs of the expansion module case or if mounting on drywall, use drywall anchors
(mounting hardware not included).
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Mount the AWM away from other wireless devices to ensure reliable wireless communication.
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Mount all modules above the water line of the aquarium.
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Be sure to utilize drip loops on all power cords, AquaBus cables and probe cables.
