Apex Wireless Expansion Module (WXM) - Setup Guide
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WIRELESS EXPANSION MODULE – INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of this Apex expansion module. The Apex Wireless
Expansion Module (WXM) provides the ability to control Ecotech Marine wireless pumps
from your Apex system. You can control them based on time of day, in response to feed
timers, or any event you can think of using the powerful Apex programming language.
FEATURES
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Wirelessly controls any of EcoTech Marine's wireless pumps (Wireless Wave Driver or
EcoSmart).
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11 Independent channels to support 11 pumps.
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Supports Ecotech Marine's Constant, Reef Crest, Lagoon Random, Nutrient
Transport*, Tidal Swell*, Pulse, Sync and Anti-Sync modes.
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Pump modes can be changed based on conditions and events throughout the day
using powerful Apex programming commands.
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The WXM 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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Pumps can be dynamically added/removed from the system.
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Upgradable WXM and EcoTech Marine pump firmware upgrade 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 Apex and Apex Lite systems
* Requires EcoSmart pump driver.
PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
WARNING: Your Apex Base Module must be running firmware version 4.03 or higher
to support the Wireless Expansion Module (WXM). 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 to 4.03 or higher before proceeding with the installation. See
the Apex Setup and Programming Guide for firmware upgrade instructions.
The AquaController WXM should be securely mounted as close as possible to the EcoTech
Marine Wireless Wave Driver (WWD) or EcoSmart driver 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).
