Apex Newbie , Fusion programming help

[RedReefer]

I’m new to the Apex Controllers. New to fusion. Everything seems so freaking complicated. Where do I start? I’ve only made it as far as powering up and connected to Fusion through Ethernet cable. Now I need to learn how to name and program outlets on the eb832… Any advice is welcome?

 

[Pistondog]

Click on the gear icon, the settings icon, next to the ON text to edit the outlet properties.
Start simple with a pump or light.

 

[RedReefer]

So whatever icon you pick makes the programming more complicated?

 

[Pistondog]

The gear icon opens an interface to rename the outlet and set the type of outlet control you want

 

[RedReefer]

I bought this Apex EL used 2022 model. This is how it’s set up currently is there a way to just completely factory reset everything? Or should I use it as is and change the outlet names and settings?

 

[AstroCoral]

Factory reset it, Fusion will walk you through the setup instructions if a factory reset is performed. Google how to factory reset the Apex, Neptune has excellent instructions that should pop up in your Google search results.

 

[RedReefer]

When I hit the gear icon and go underneath the outlets and try to change the names of the outlets, it shows that I changed the name. Then I just back out and it goes to the previous settings. Is there a way for me to save the changed info?

 

[Pistondog]

Have to save it by uploading to the cloud in the upper left corner before backing out.
Many helpful videos on this with a quick google search

 

[AstroCoral]

You need to hit the orange cloud upload button at the top. This sends the information you changed to the head unit.

 

[RedReefer]

I will factory reset the Apex. Watch some videos. I’ll be back tomorrow with an update. Thanks y’all!

 

[RedReefer]

Factory reset helped out a lot for me to understand the outlets. I will work on setting it up later today and update. Thanks!

 

[AstroCoral]

Factory reset helped out a lot for me to understand the outlets. I will work on setting it up later today and update. Thanks!

Awesome, glad to hear that!

 

[RedReefer]

Going to purchase the MOS Magnetic optical sensor. Do I need to purchase any additional equipment to run this sensor on my Apex El? On the Apex EL brain there looks like a DC outlet is already present? On BRS states to plug the sensor to a FMM module. Wanting to mount the sensor in my sump to cut off my ATO if it ever gets stuck on to prevent an overflow. I guess what I’m trying to say is: use the sensor as a high water safety switch?

 

[RedReefer]

Awesome, glad to hear that!

Hey posted another question

 

[RedReefer]

The gear icon opens an interface to rename the outlet and set the type of outlet control you want

Hey posted another question. Thanks!

 

[AstroCoral]

Going to purchase the MOS Magnetic optical sensor. Do I need to purchase any additional equipment to run this sensor on my Apex El? On the Apex EL brain there looks like a DC outlet is already present? On BRS states to plug the sensor to a FMM module. Wanting to mount the sensor in my sump to cut off my ATO if it ever gets stuck on to prevent an overflow. I guess what I’m trying to say is: use the sensor as a high water safety switch?

I’m almost positive you need an FMM module, the auxiliary power port underneath is only for powering the head unit or detecting the power being out - don’t quote me on this though, you could email Neptune if you don’t find a definitive answer to this on their website.

Edit: May also be better to create an account on Neptune’s forum, that would be the most knowledgeable place for Neptune-specific questions. I’ve found a ton of answers on there that I didn’t find anywhere else online.