By the way, the original apex guide that comes with the controller is not very straight forward but you can download another instruction guide below which helped me tremendously. http://reeftech.webs.com/Apex%20New%20User%20Guide.pdf

All apex user must check this unofficial guide out.

And if I could get a controller that would ensure all my pumps always restarted (one of my Mag pumps doesn't sometimes) after a power outage, then I would be really impressed...

I don't believe the Apex can do that natively, but you could probably find a way to monitor the amp draw or at least monitor the amp draw via one of the phone aps.

A couple ways, if it's s sump pump a float switch could be used with some simple logic to insure it turns back on after power outage, if it does not it can set alarm and send email. I believe you can also get current sensing power bars for a price that should be able to determine whether a pump is running properly or not. There's also many options for digital inputs but I don't know that much about it but realistically you could do it you wanted but it might be cheaper to buy better pumps ;).

You can also get notifications after power outages by email/text message and then check you system through web access, provided you have it all setup. Remote access would also allow you to turn off and on pumps to attempt remote restart.

Yeah, but that assumes my home computer had an auto restart, too. And yes, I know, that probably can be done, too.....

Hard to believe fish keeping can be this complicated... What did they do in the old days?...

Profilux 3 has integrated web-server so a computer should not be needed, and the SMS text message module can notify you as you see fit without an internet connection if you desire.

Once you have a controller, things will be not as complicated as it sounds. Very straight forward and will save your tank many times like mine. Power outage, overflow is plugged, heating failure, etc....


I have my apex for almost 2 years now and I have no problem whatsoever.

For those who are quoting pricing for ProfiLux etc you may want to revisit some website to verify pricing. So far most all of the prices I've seen quoted are "Fat" to say the leas especially on the "Package" prices etc.

One other thing to consider... most of the packages for ProfiLux other than the basic beginner package come with a helping of probes, sensors, and powerbars. If you start looking in the $1600 range (as previously noted) you're doing a lot more than "just getting started" with your controller. For that kind of money you're probably talking 18 outlets, ATO control, Salinity, Orp, pH, Temp and a whole lot more.

Another useful link for Apex users: this site will notify you if you have an extended power outage (since your controller, router and cable modem will probably be out as well):

http://www.reeftronics.net/

Very cool information. That site is also for other "controller" users as well.