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Thread: Only two 0-10 V outlets, four channels?

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    Only two 0-10 V outlets, four channels?

    the Apex base controller, 2016, has two variable speed inputs. But they say there are four channels. What gives?

    I guess I do not know what a channel is. I am thinking about having two IceCap Interface modules (for two pumps). Can I somehow plug both into one of the inputs, saving the other for something else?

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    One plug goes into the apex has two jacks on the other end. Each of those jacks plugs into the icecap module. Your pumps will be varspd ports 1 and 2 or 3 and 4 depending on which of the two ports you plug into on the apex base unit.
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    They are outputs, not inputs.

    Each of the two physical jacks on your Apex base unit (or on a VDM module) has two dimming/speed control channels. The 0-10volt signals for VarSpd1 and VarSpd2 each use a different pair of pins in the left jack. On your Apex Classic base unit, that jack is labeled V1/V2 accordingly. VarSpd3 and VarSpd4 use different pins in the right jack, which is labeled V3/V4. 2 jacks, 4 channels.

    Each IceCap GIM comes with a "Y" cable. That "Y" cable is used to connect either a single GIM or two GIMs to the Apex. If you buy 2 GIMs, you won't use the second Y-cable.
    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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    I am like the primer, and Russ is like the finishing coat of a paint job.
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    So well stated Iamchadster. I am honored by both your replies.

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