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    Cable for Varios 6 Controller

    What cable is needed to connect my Varios 6 controller to Apex. I understand it's a 0-10v cable. But is it a make your own? Or use one for Kessil lighting or Gyre pumps?

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    Please do not send me PMs with technical questions or requesting assistance - use the forums for Apex help. PM me ONLY if the matter is of a private or personal nature. Thanks.

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    Thank you.

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    Sir, would you need a WXM module to connect this to?

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    A VDM module is needed since this is hard wired. WXM is just for wireless.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bighildy53 View Post
    A VDM module is needed since this is hard wired. WXM is just for wireless.
    A VDM is needed only if one has an Apex Lite or Jr or has already used the four 0-10v outlets built into other Apex models.

    And to clarify, A WXM is not for "wireless" as in Wi-Fi; it's wireless capability is the special type needed to communicate with Vortechs and Radions.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RussM View Post
    A VDM is needed only if one has an Apex Lite or Jr or has already used the four 0-10v outlets built into other Apex models.

    And to clarify, A WXM is not for "wireless" as in Wi-Fi; it's wireless capability is the special type needed to communicate with Vortechs and Radions.
    Thank you for the clarification.

    So what do I need to control my varios pump other than the wire?


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    You have the necessary variable/0-10v ports in your Apex Gold - the V1/V2 and V3/V4 jacks.
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    Copy that, so basically I just plug the cable to the ports in my apex and to the varios controller than I'm set? Sorry for repeating myself just wanted to make sure so I can order everything since I will be ordering everything online as I live in the Asia Pacific.

    Sorry for the O.T. also, I have a jebao to apex module lying around in the house, can I use that to control my Jebao crossflow?


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    This cable has 2 3.5mm jacks. This will still work if I just have one pump?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Fringe09 View Post
    This cable has 2 3.5mm jacks. This will still work if I just have one pump?
    Yes; it is the proper cable for a single pump. The Y-cable just allows you to use a second pump if so desired.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RussM View Post
    Yes; it is the proper cable for a single pump. The Y-cable just allows you to use a second pump if so desired.
    Thank you

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