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    help with my reef octo modules

    so got the apexEL

    bought the VDM LED & PUMPS CONTROL MODULE




    to connect:

    varios 6 pump
    150SSS skimmer
    1600gph powerhead

    all octo reef.

    they are connected to the module via the ICECAP Y MODULE CABLE

    so that added 3 things to my dashboard.

    1.
    what do i do with the original dashboard 'outlets', since all three are plugged into the energy bar.

    2. lets say on the 'powerhead' outlet (vdm module). when clicking on the settings 'gear', it brings up the schedule. anything under 10%, the power head turns off. and when i put it at 10%, its pretty strong. why am i not getting the full 0-100% effect?

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    dont know if im very clear with what i want.

    so i had the power head in the 'tide' mode, so that program goes from liek 10% to 50% i think. then i plug the Y module cable into it and connect to the vdm and see in the apex i have to 'schedule' it, but cant use the 'tide' mode. clear?

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    Quote Originally Posted by tolbert View Post
    so got the apexEL

    bought the VDM LED & PUMPS CONTROL MODULE




    to connect:

    varios 6 pump
    150SSS skimmer
    1600gph powerhead

    all octo reef.

    they are connected to the module via the ICECAP Y MODULE CABLE

    so that added 3 things to my dashboard.

    1.
    what do i do with the original dashboard 'outlets', since all three are plugged into the energy bar.

    2. lets say on the 'powerhead' outlet (vdm module). when clicking on the settings 'gear', it brings up the schedule. anything under 10%, the power head turns off. and when i put it at 10%, its pretty strong. why am i not getting the full 0-100% effect?
    The energy bar should be set always ON.

    It is normal for the first 10-25% to be OFF for varspd pumps. Programming is not linear like vortechs and WAVs.

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