Apex Wxm Module Help...

[Chef G]

So bought a used 2016 version got it up and running however when adding the WXM module I get it to connect properly but after successful pairing with vortech mp40 ( blue/yellow led lights) the pump will not show up in the Apex fusion dashboard... what am I doing wrong?

 

[Pistol]

So bought a used 2016 version got it up and running however when adding the WXM module I get it to connect properly but after successful pairing with vortech mp40 ( blue/yellow led lights) the pump will not show up in the Apex fusion dashboard... what am I doing wrong?

Did you try unlocking the dashboard and looking for the tile in the box at the top of the screen?

 

[Chef G]

Did you try unlocking the dashboard and looking for the tile in the box at the top of the screen?

Do this in ApexFusion or the local web page?

 

[TORX]

Do this in ApexFusion or the local web page?

Apex Fusion.

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[TORX]

The lock button

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[Chef G]

OK so I checked and no its not showing me the vortech pump in the "tiles", I Have also contacted neptune but being at work for 12 hours il prolly get a 1 reply a day in via email...., today they mentioned to check if the W is lit in the vortech controller and I just noticed it is not lit, what does that mean?

 

[TORX]

OK so I checked and no its not showing me the vortech pump in the "tiles", I Have also contacted neptune but being at work for 12 hours il prolly get a 1 reply a day in via email...., today they mentioned to check if the W is lit in the vortech controller and I just noticed it is not lit, what does that mean?

That means that the vortech does not have wireless capabilities. You would need to purchase and install the wireless chip (really easy to do).

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[Chef G]

interesting... where can I get the chip?

 

[TORX]

interesting... where can I get the chip?

You used to be able to get them at all the retailers who sell it, but I am not seeing it. It may have to be a special order. Try reaching out to @reefdiver directly or Ray at Reefsupplies. Both should be able to get you the part.

 

[Chef G]

Is it cheaper than just upgrading the controller to a quiet drive? or can I not do with without changing dry side? Sorry for sounding like a newb totally to new to vortech pumps

 

[Chef G]

Thanks for pointing me in the right direction Torx

 

[Chef G]

Hey wait will this work? I have a MP40 and this one says MP10 in the description so its kinda confusing....http://www.reefsupplies.ca/online-store/Ecotech-Marine-RF-Module-for-EcoSmart-Drivers.html

 

[TORX]

I did find it. $74.95

http://www.reefsupplies.ca/online-store/Ecotech-Marine-RF-Module-for-EcoSmart-Drivers.html

They also sell the MP40QD driver for $129.95, but it does not come with the chip in it either. Your pump would run quieter with the upgraded driver, but not as quiet as a full QD.

 

[Chef G]

Il get the wireless upgrade and then prolly just get the new driver next payday lol Trying to buckle down, but now im spending 100 bucks on this upgrade as I want to finish my controller project. Even built a custom cabinet for everything lol Thanks again Torx im pretty tech savvy so this whole trying to connect my pump to my apex has been driving me bonkers for the last 2 days no wonder it wont connect!! LOL oh wow you saved me another 2 days of scratching my head! Thank you!

 

[TORX]

Il get the wireless upgrade and then prolly just get the new driver next payday lol Trying to buckle down, but now im spending 100 bucks on this upgrade as I want to finish my controller project. Even built a custom cabinet for everything lol Thanks again Torx im pretty tech savvy so this whole trying to connect my pump to my apex has been driving me bonkers for the last 2 days no wonder it wont connect!! LOL oh wow you saved me another 2 days of scratching my head! Thank you!

Glad I was able to clear the air for you. All this can get confusing sometimes and sometimes you just need an extra set of eyes looking at it.

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