AquaController Apex Jr w/ Display & Temp Probe

Great Entry-Level Controller!

The Apex Jr. System the perfect option for those that want to have the basic functions of a controller like light and temperature control but have a smaller budget. But the beauty of the Apex Jr. is that you don?t have to sacrifice many of the cool features of the more expensive Apex controllers such as Internet connectivity, phone and SMS alerts, over-temperature protection, mobile phone and tablet access and much more.

With the Apex Jr. you will be able to not only monitor what is happening in your tank, but you will also have 100% control while at home, or away to do something about it!

The Apex Jr. System comes complete with:

GreatEntry-Level Controller!

Dollar for dollar you will not finda higher-quality controller that gives you more features, is easier to use, orhas a larger and more active user base than the Apex

The Apex Jr. System the perfectoption for those that want to have the basic functions of a controller likelight and temperature control but have a smaller budget. But the beauty of theApex Jr. is that you don?t have to sacrifice many of the cool features of themore expensive Apex controllers such as Internet connectivity, phone and SMSalerts, over-temperature protection, mobile phone and tablet access and muchmore.

The Apex Jr. System comescomplete with:

? Apex Jr.

? Apex Display Module

? Long-life Temperature Probe

The Apex Jr. - It All
Begins with the Brain

The ApexJr. is far different than from what any other controller at this price level isoffering. The Apex Jr. is basically a small computer whose only job is takecare of your aquarium. It has a 32-bit microprocessor and a built-in webserver. The web server makes it possible for your to configure and operate yourApex from any network-connected computer or mobile device ? no software toinstall on a PC ? it also means it?s Mac compatible!

The ApexJr. runs at up to 10x the speed of other controllers in its class due to itsadvanced processor technology (most others use 8 or 16 bit microcontrollers).It also has memory on board to store over a month?s worth of complete tank datain non-volatile RAM. Even with a power outage, your tank history and allconfigurations are safe.

Built-in Internet Connectivity

The Apex Jr. is Internet-ready straight out of the box. Just plug it intoyour router and you are good to go ? no software to install! This means thatyou can control your tank from any computer (or mobile device) in the house.There is no need, ever, to connect it directly to a computer to monitor youraquarium or update its firmware. And, once you set up external access viaport-forwarding on your router, you can easily access your Apex from anywherein the world via a web browser or via our iOS or Android apps!

And, with Internet Connectivity, the Apex Jr.can be configuredso that you will get an email or text message whenever something is not quiteright with your system ? whether that is an over-temperature condition in yourtank, the pH is out of whack, or there?s a leak on the floor!

Best Software Available on Any Aquarium Controller

Hands down, the Apex has the most feature-rich, field tested software of anycontroller on the market today. It all starts with the onboard web serverinside the Apex Jr. This web server is part of the Apex?s firmware and is trulythe secret sauce to it?s success.

Not tech savvy? No worries!

Built-in wizards allow even the most technophobic person out there to beable to program the basics like light timers and heater control in a matter ofminutes. Then, as you build up confidence and engage the awesome ApexCommunity Forum, you will be taking it to the next level in no time.

Uber Reef Geek, we have you covered as well

The Apex has a powerful yet easy to learn programming language. This enablesevery user to get creative and come up with new cool ways to use theirApex?from creating storms in their tanks, to complex dosing of additives, tounique mixing of colors on their DIY LED lights. The possibilities are prettymuch only limited by your imagination. And again, the Apex Community Forum isout there to help you along as well.

Graphs, Graphs, Graphs!

The Apex has a full-featured graphing engine built right in. As an example,you can very easily compare the cycles of your outlets with temperature and pH,identify ongoing patterns of trouble, and even discover ways to cut costs likebeing able to visually see when two external devices (such as a heater and achiller) are on simultaneously when they really shouldn?t be.

Going Mobile ? The Apex did!

The Apex is the only controller on the market that hasmanufacturer-written, full-featured applications for the computer browser (Macor PC), iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets (currently available as abeta). Now you can take your Apex with you anywhere and check in onyour tank, reprogram your lights, or even feed your fish remotely from thetouch of your phone!

So Much More Than Just a Power Strip!

The Apex Jr. is so much more than a glorified power strip. In fact, thiscomponent of your aquarium controller equipment is far more important than mostpeople realize ? and not all controller systems are created equal!

It is obvious that this component is key to controlling things on youraquarium, but what is not so apparent is how it is critical to preventingcatastrophe in your aquarium. Here?s how.

Let?s Start with Construction

We have put a lot of thought into the construction of our Apex Jr. Unlikeour competitors and simple power strips, our Apex Jr. is made out of 16 gauge,powder-coated aluminum. It is built to be bullet proof ? almost literally!

Sure, like our competitors we could have gone with a slick, inexpensiveplastic enclosure, but that would not provide you with the best protectionagainst catastrophic failure. You see, plastic timer powerstrips and power barsused by some of our competitors can easily catch fire should saltwater enterthem and cause a short. With our solid metal Apex Jr., if such a short didoccur, it would be far less likely to spread to the tank or your home.

Controlled Outlets

Each of the independently controlled outlets on the Apex Jr. areindependently switched and easily carry the current load specified on thelabel. In fact, we intentional underrate our outlets just to providethat extra level of security.

Soft-Start Extends the Life of Pumps

Imagine revving the engine in your car and dropping the shifter from P to D.That is exactly what happens when many controllers turn on the power to yourpumps. Just like in a car, this kind of instantaneous application of power toyour return pump after a feed cycle or to your power heads will certainly leadto early failure. With the Apex Jr., power is slowly ramped on so that everymotor is safely brought up to speed without the damaging torque.

Display Module

The Apex Display module is a sleek and compact way for your to interact withthe Apex Jr. and control nearly every aspect of your Aquarium. Unlike ourcompetitors? entry-level controllers, we did not scale down our Display Modulefor our entry-level product. We feel that the Display Module is a key componentto your controller system and you deserve the best?even at the low end.

Mechanical, not membrane keypad

Our Display Module uses high-quality, mechanical buttons. So what you say?Well many devices out there make use of what are called capacitive touch pads.This type of membrane button is just fine for your toaster oven, but in asaltwater environment it is highly susceptible to failure. So, even though thecost to us was higher, we went with mechanical buttons for our Display Moduleensuring your product a much longer life.

Adjustable contrast, high-resolution,
backlit graphic display

While some may tout the importance of a color display, we disagree. Webelieve the most important thing for our customers is ease in readability andsize of the display. What good is a color display if it is barely larger than apostage stamp. That is why we went with the backlit graphical display we did.It was the perfect match of function and value for our customers.

Built-In Speaker Plays Multiple Alarm Tones

Inside the Apex Display Module is a tiny speaker with a big heart. Thisspeaker will play one of many alarm sounds and tunes that are built into theApex. These alarms are perfect to alert you of a water leak, over temp, orwhatever you condition you desire to program into the Apex.

Multiple Display Module Capability

With the Apex Display Module you are not limited to having just one controlpanel. With the Apex (as an option) you can add one, two, even three controlpanels all to the same Apex. And, these are not watered down, smaller versionsof the main control panel, all modules will have the same display andfunctionality.

Probes

Long-life Temperature Probe

Neptune Systems manufactures our own temperature probes in-house. Why?Because we saw the level of early failures due to using off-the-shelftemperature probes like those used in stand-alone digital thermometers as wellas those used by other aquarium controllers. These probes often fail becausethey were never designed to be permanently submersed in saltwater. We custombuild our temperature probes using a proprietary method that encapsulates thebusiness end of the probe itself from the corrosive effects of long termsaltwater submersion.

Expansion Capabilities

With the addition of up to four other Apex Expansion Modules, the Apex Jr.System can be fitted to add additional outlets, monitor pH,ORP,Salinity,controlVorTech pumps , control LEDs, detectleaks and much more.

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