AQUADYNE OCTOPUS 4000 Instruction Manual

OCTOPUS 4000
Aquatic monitor, control & alarm system
INSTALLING THE COMPONENTS
Version 1.0

First Edition
June 2006
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Corp.
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Table of Contents
Contents
Octopus 4000 Features .............................................................. 1-5
Status Lights............................................................................... 1-7
Parameter Status Lights ................................................................................................................. 1-7
System Status Light ........................................................................................................................ 1-7
Powering the Octopus 4000 ...................................................... 1-8
Control Capability ...................................................................... 1-9
Control Using X-10 Management ................................................................................................... 1-9
Lighting System ............................................................................................................................ 1-10
System Hold .................................................................................................................................. 1-10
WaveMaker System ....................................................................................................................... 1-10
Alarm System............................................................................ 1-10
Infrared Printer Port ................................................................. 1-10
Step 1 - Mounting the Octopus Controller ............................ 1-13
Step 2 - Install the Probes ....................................................... 1-13
Installing the temperature, pH and ORP probes ......................................................................... 1-14
Installing the Conductivity Probe ................................................................................................. 1-16
Stabilization Period for Probes .................................................................................................... 1-17
Step 3—Install Digital Input Hardware ................................... 1-17
Installing a Float Switch ................................................................................................................ 1-17
Installing a Power Fail Detector.................................................................................................... 1-18
Step 4—Install X-10 Power Line Interface.............................. 1-18
Step 5—Install and Address Control Module(s).................... 1-18

Table of Contents
Step 6 - Install The Communication Equipment ................... 1-20
Installing the modem for remote access (required for alarm paging) ....................................... 1-21
Installing the direct connect cable for local access.................................................................... 1-22
Installing and configuring Ethergadget for remote access via TCP/IP ..................................... 1-23
Configuring Windows Communication ports setting to support AquaWeb ............................. 1-23
Installing AquaWeb software ........................................................................................................ 1-24
Starting and configuring AquaWeb software .............................................................................. 1-24
Configuring AquaWeb for specific Connection type .................................................................. 1-24
Configuring the Octopus 4000 for communication with AquaWeb ........................................... 1-24
Step 7 - Powering up the Octopus 4000 ................................ 1-25
Step 8—Install the 9-Volt Backup Battery Pack ..................... 1-26
Understanding Water Quality Parameters.............................. 1-27
Temperature ................................................................................................................................... 1-27
pH ................................................................................................................................................... 1-27
ORP ................................................................................................................................................ 1-28
Conductivity .................................................................................................................................. 1-28
Product Warranty ..................................................................... 1-32

1-5
Features
Octopus 4000 Features
• Continuous monitor, control and alarm of water
temperature, conductivity, pH
and oxidation reduction potential (ORP)
•16 timers
•Wave maker system (4 interval timers)
•High quality (US manufactured) probes
•H
2O/S™software with menu-driven program-
ming
• One auxiliary (aux) input for digital device such
as power failure, water level or flow; alarming
only
• Local audible alarm and optional remote dial-up
pager alarm capability. Email alarming with
TCP/IP connection and AquaWeb II PC soft-
ware
• X-10 technology used for parameter control of
peripheral equipment such as pumps, dosers,
and lighting
• Powerful datalogging capability that holds up to
7-days of hourly probe data
• 9V AC power transformer with optional 9V DC
battery backup
• Infrared printer port supporting a hand-held HP
printer for data reporting and graphical analysis
• Communication port - supporting direct or
remote (modem or TCP/IP) PC connection
• AquaWeb™- PC software application allowing
Octopus 4000 users to perform advanced
graphical analysis of current and historical data,
datalogging and configuration viewing and
changing from PC
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The Octopus 4000 is constructed with high quality
components. The heart of the Octopus 4000 is an
INTEL microprocessor which manages all of the
activities of the controller. All information gathered
by the controller is processed digitally. The Octo-
pus 4000 architecture includes Digital Signal
Processing (DSP) hardware and software that
provides accurate and repeatable readings over
the life of the Octopus 4000.
AQUADYNE™is committed to building products
that meet world class standards of quality and
workmanship. If you have any questions regarding
the use of this product, contact
[email protected] or [email protected].
The following symbols are used throughout the
Octopus 4000 User Guides to draw attention to
important user information.
Highlights items which will save you time
and effort, and increase your understand-
ing of the Octopus 4000 operation.
The CAUTION logo highlights items
which are critical to safety or which may
cause the Octopus to malfunction or
become damaged.
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Features

1-7
Features
Status Lights
Parameter Status Lights
The Parameter Status Lights located on the face of
the Octopus indicate whether a particular water
parameter system is active. Figure 1.2 describes
parameter status lights and their meanings. See
Step 14 for parameter control programming.
Solid Green. (System is dosing to lower
conductivity value.)
Flashing Green. Dwell State. (Will read
conductivity again after dwell time is complete.)
Solid Red. (System is Dosing to raise conductivity
value.)
Flashing Red. Dwell State. (Will read conductivity
again after dwell time is complete.)
Solid Green. Chiller On. (Current temperature is
too high.)
Flashing Green. Chiller Dwell State. (Dwell time to
prevent compressor burn out.)
Solid Red. Heater On. (Current temperature too
low.)
Solid Green. (pH buffer is dosing to raise pH.)
Flashing Green. Dwell State. (Will read pH again
after dwell time is complete.)
Solid Orange. (CO2is Dosing to lower pH.)
Flashing Orange. Dwell State. (Will read pH again
after dwell time is complete.)
Solid Red. (Ozone is dosing to raise ORP.)
No Light. (Parameter is within setpoints and no
dosing required, OR control system is not activated.)
Parameter Status Lights
Temperature
pH
ORP
Conductivity
Figure 1.2 Parameter Status Lights
System Status Light
The System Status Light located at the bottom of
the Octopus 4000 indicates the general condition of
the Octopus 4000 controller operating system.
Figure 1.3 summarizes the System Status Lights
and their meanings.
Solid Green. Operating properly and available
for data entry.
Flashing Green. Busy processing data.
Flashing Green/Orange. Sending commands
through the power line to the Satellite Modules.
System Status Lights
Flashing Red. Controller hardware failure. Unplug
the Octopus controller and call Aquadyne
customer service.
Figure 1.3 System Status Lights

1-8
Features
Powering the Octopus 4000
Primary power for the Octopus is provided by an
A/C wall-mount transformer. A UL, CSA or CE
approved transformer rated for the correct input
voltage (110V or 220V) is used to power the
Octopus. The output voltage to the Octopus must
be 9V AC. Using an incorrect power supply can
cause damage to the controller and/or can result
in inconsistent controller functioning and probe
reading(s).
The Octopus design incorporates FLASH
Memory, RAM, and a battery backed-up real-time
clock. Should power be lost, none of the param-
eter setpoints or configuration data will be lost. In
the event of a power failure, data in the datalog
will be erased. The Octopus 4000 battery (factory
replaceable only) should be replaced every 4-7
years.
Backup power may be provided by either of two
methods:
• 9-volt backup “battery pack” p/n 63-200696,
see Step 8.
• UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) Backup
Power System . (The Octopus 4000 A/C wall-
mount transformer is plugged into UPS.)
The backup battery-pack is an inexpensive means
of providing about 45 minutes of backup power
during a power failure. While operating from the
battery pack, the Octopus will continue to operate
normally until the battery is exhausted.
If a UPS system is used as a backup power
source, it may be purchased from Aquadyne (p/n
63-200166). A UPS backup is a good idea if you
require more than 45 minutes of backup power, or
if you wish to backup other critical peripheral or
communications equipment such as a pump, bio-
filter or modem. The duration of backup of the
UPS is reduced by the addition of such equip-
ment.
Your Octopus is a precision laboratory
instrument that could be damaged by
unexpected power surges or fluctuations.
The use of a quality surge protection
device is highly recommended, and is
required to preserve your warranty. DO
NOT USE a surge suppressor between
an Octopus power line interface and a
control module (see steps 4 & 5)
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1-9
Features
Control Capability
H2O/S software is used to program the Octopus
4000 and give it the capability for parameter control
as well as monitoring.
Control Using X-10 Management
The probes gather information and relay it to the
Octopus controller. The controller then sends com-
mands through the X-10 power line interface to the
control modules. The control modules receive sig-
nals from the Octopus via the X-10 power line inter-
face turning devices on or off as needed. Each
device that the Octopus controls, such as a heater or
chiller, has its own control module. As many as 256
addresses can be used.
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The proper and reliable functioning of the
Octopus and the X-10 control system is
dependent on the proper installation of the
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and each Control Module. Other electrical
devices, such as motors, ballasts, and
dimmer switches produce electrical inter-
ference that may affect X-10 signaling.
See steps 4, 5 , 20 and 22 for complete
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1-10
Features
The Octopus 4000 incorporates several mecha-
nisms to protect your aquatic environment from
controller failure. For example, the controller is
engineered to overcome problems associated with
power fluctuations through the periodic re-sending of
control module commands to make sure that an X-
10 control is “latched” in the correct state.
Lighting System
The lighting system will support up to 16 indepen-
dent lighting times. Each channel has one ON and
OFF time per 24-hour period. With separate lighting
timers, there is a high degree of flexibility in setting
up your lighting system. See steps 4, 5, 17 and 22
for complete instruction.
System Hold
The H2O/S system hold software is a feature de-
signed to aid in the feeding of fish and invertebrates.
When the Octopus controller is put into feed mode,
all systems, except the Lighting and WaveMaker
systems, are shut down for a period of time selected
by the user. At the end of the specified time (user
selectable 0 to 60 minutes) all systems are turned
back on and will restart within 5 minutes. If desired,
the system hold option may be turned off by setting
the feed time to 0 minutes. The Octopus controller
will then no longer prompt you to enter the system
hold mode. See step 19 for complete instruction.
WaveMaker System
The H2O/S Dual Channel WaveMaker software
feature allows the Octopus 4000 to control two
independent wave or surge generation systems.
Each system supports two pumps which are driven
by Control Modules. The cycle time for each pump is
selected by the user, from 1-999 minutes (over 16
hours). See steps 4, 5, 18 and 22 for complete
instruction.
Alarm System
The H20/S alarm system software provides visual
and audible notification in the event that a monitored
parameter exceeds the user defined range. The
pager alarm system used in conjunction with a
modem provides remote alarm notification via a
digital pager. See steps 6 and 21 for complete
instruction.
Infrared Printer Port
The infrared printer port located at the bottom left of
the face of the Octopus 4000 is standard. This port
provides access for the optional infrared datalog
reporting feature. Using the Infrared Printer data
collected by the Octopus 4000 can be printed out in
a variety of formats, including the current data, the
high and low points of data collected within the last
24 hours, 48 hours, or 1 week. Temperature, pH, and
ORP can be graphed. See #6 of the Operation And
Maintenance guide for additional information.

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Installing the Components
Before proceeding with installing and programming the Octopus 4000,
read the important safety information below.
Do NOT ALLOW Controller TO GET WET!
Your Octopus 4000 controller is not waterproof
and cannot be submerged, permitted to get wet
or exposed to high humidity. To avoid splashing
the unit, install it properly as described in this
chapter.
Avoid Dangerous Operating Conditions.
Do not operate the Octopus controller under any
of the following conditions:
• With wet hands
• If you are standing in water
• If the controller is wet
• If there is salt creep on the box
KEEP pH AND ORP PROBE TIPS WET AT
ALL TIMES
To prevent loss of accuracy in the pH and ORP
probes, be sure to keep the tips wet at all times.
NOTE: Do not completely submerge probes.
Refer to probe installation procedures (Step 2)
for complete instruction.
Install all electrical cords correctly.
Always take care when using electricity around
water. To prevent water from running down the
cord of an aquarium device, always use a drip
loop as shown in Figure 1.5. To create a drip
loop, make sure that the cord extends below the
outlet so that any runoff will not enter the outlet or
the device. The Octopus controller and ALL
other aquatic environment devices should be
plugged into a GFCI outlet. Install the controller
above the water level to avoid damage in case
of tank overflow.
If you are not familiar with installation of
electrical equipment, it is strongly recom-
mended that you hire a licensed electrician.
Stop–Read this first
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In addition to a surge suppressor, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should
be part of your installation. A GFCI is a sensitive device which immediately cuts off
the electricity flow when an electric current leak is detected. All devices that are
part of the Octopus 4000 system should be connected to a GFCI protected
circuit. If you do not have one installed already, you should purchase one. They
are inexpensive and are available at any electronics or hardware store. Don’t
wait, a GFCI can save your life!
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Installing the Components
1-12
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1-13
Installing the Components
Step 1 - Mounting the Octopus
Controller
The Octopus controller will need to be installed
within 5 to 10 feet of the probes. (Standard probe
length is 10’. Probe extensions and/or custom cable
lengths are available but should not exceed 50 feet.)
The controller comes with two mounting hangers for
easy installation. See “Stop-Read This First” (page
1-11) for important safety information regarding
placement of the controller and power supply (trans-
former).
.
Figure 1.5 Protective Drip Loop GFCI Outlet
Step 2 - Install the Probes
Probes connect to the bottom of the Octopus 4000
and gather information and relay it to the Octopus
4000 for processing and display on the screen.
To ensure proper operation and accuracy, follow the
installation procedures described below for all
probes.
1. Select a location for all probes that:
a. is away from sources of electrical interfer-
ence such as UV sterilizers, fluorescent
lighting, ballasts, pumps, etc. Electric noise
from these devices may cause interference
and result in inaccurate readings.
b. has adequate water flow over the probe tips
at all times.
c. places probe in vertical position. Any water
disturbance, including horizontal or inverse
installation may result in air bubbles passing
probe tips and may cause inaccurate read-
ings.
d. places the probe so that the top of the probe
is above the waterline. The probe should be
positioned so that ONLY ABOUT HALF of
the probe shaft is immersed in water. None
of the probes can be fully submerged.
2. Plug the probe connector cables into the desig-
nated port at the bottom of the Octopus 4000
controller.
3. Calibrate pH, ORP and conductivity probes.
See #3 of Operation And Maintenance guide
for complete instructions.
4. Read and follow specific installation instructions
for temperature, pH, ORP and conductivity
probe as defined in the following sections.

Installing the Components
1-14
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Installing the temperature, pH and ORP probes
In addition to requirements set forth at the beginning
of Step 2, follow the below 6 steps in regard to
installation of the temperature, pH & ORP probes:
1. Temperature, pH, and ORP probes must be
placed within 6” of each other.
2. Flow rates across the pH and ORP probes
should be limited to < 10 GPM.
3. pH and ORP probe tips must be kept wet at all
times. The probes should be installed immedi-
ately after their tips are exposed to air. If probes
are allowed to dry, they may be damaged which
could result in inaccurate readings.
4. Remove probe caps before calibration and
placement in system.
5. To prevent damage to the ORP probe sensor,
FIRST REMOVE THE TAPE OVER THE VENT
SEAL on the protective cap, then remove the
protective cap.
6. Install temperature, pH and ORP probes ac-
cording to one of the following 3 installation
methods:
The Octopus is a precision instrument that
has been designed to interface with high-
quality probes manufactured in the USA to
Aquadyne specifications. The use of other
probes not tested by Aquadyne is not
recommended and will not be supported.
A genuine Aquadyne probe can be identi-
fied easily by the presence of a date code
stamped on the top of the probe shaft. A
magnifying glass may be necessary to see
the date code which will be 4 digits show-
ing either the month/year or the week/year
of manufacture.
To prevent loss of accuracy in the pH and
ORP probes, be sure to keep the tips wet
at all times. NOTE: Do not completely
submerge probes. Refer to probe installa-
tion procedures (Step 2) for complete
instruction.

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Installing the Components
In-line location using a tee-fitting (Figure 1.6)
In-line location using a tee-fitting is recommended.
In-line probe placement is a little more difficult and
requires some extra plumbing, but this method
ensures that water is moving across the probe tips
at all times and minimizes algae growth on the
probe tips providing for more accurate readings.
Compression fittings are available in 1/2” for lab
grade probes and 3/8” for standard grade probes.
Be sure to install water shut-off valves, as shown in
figure 1.6 to permit easier probe replacement and
service. All fittings must be secured so there is no
water leakage. A by pass is recommended to allow
easier replacement and servicing of probes. It is
important that the in-line probe extend no more than
50% into the flow stream.
Probe
Shutoff
Valve Shutoff Valve
Compression
Fitting
Figure 1.6 Inline
figure 1.8 in-filter float
In-filter float (Figure 1.7)
This method keeps probes from being submerged
(or drying out), and is economical to construct. To
construct a probe float, punch a hole (slightly smaller
than the probe diameter) through a small piece of
styrofoam. Do not allow probe cables to get wet.
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or sump.
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Conductivity
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Conductivity
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1-16
Installing the Conductivity Probe
In addition to requirements set forth at the beginning
of Step 2, follow the below 3 steps in regard to
installation of the conductivity probe:
1. The conductivity probe must be installed at least
24” from the temperature, pH and ORP probes.
If the probes are too close together interference
may result in inaccurate parameter readings.
2. A conductivity probe must be located in a con-
trolled volume environment. Use one of the
following installation methods to ensure accu-
rate readings.
3. Remove probe cap before calibration and
placement in system.
Conductivity cell (figure 1.9)
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Ball Valve
Conductivity
Probe
Drip Cup Installation
figure 1.9 conductivity cell
Using a conductivity cell is the recommended in-line
installation method. A conductivity cell reduces the
chances that the conductivity probe will be affected
by alternate ground (conductive) paths. Installation
should provide that about 10% of the probe pro-
trudes into the cell. Aquadyne provides a “score-
mark” on all conductivity probes that guide installa-
tion and assure proper insertion.
Off-Line Location (figure 1.10)
The “Drip Cup” installation is a second option for
conductivity probe installation. As illustrated in
Figure 1.10, a portion of water from the pump dis-
charge line is diverted to a small cup-type arrange-
ment. The water flows in and out of the cup at a rate
of about 1 cup per minute. In a drip cup installation,
there is no compression fitting to control insertion
depth—you must carefully position the probe so that
the end of the probe is approximately 1 inch from the
bottom of the cup.
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Installing the Components
Stabilization Period for Probes
After the probes are installed, there is a period of
time required for each probe to stabilize in its
new environment. The conductivity probe will be
the first to stabilize in only 5 minutes, followed by
the temperature probe which requires about 10 to
15 minutes. The pH and ORP probes will take
considerably longer to stabilize. Their readings
are much more sensitive. The pH probe will
stabilize in about 24 hours while the ORP probe
may require 48 hours.
Do not enable Octopus water parameter controls
until probes have stabilized.
Step 3—Install Digital Input
Hardware
The Octopus 4000 has one digital input. System
conditions, such as high or low water levels, high
or low pressures, or power failure can be de-
tected and alarmed using Octopus 4000 digital
input hardware. These devices use a switch and
relay that detect and alarm when an electrical
circuit changes from open-circuit to closed-circuit
position, or vice versa. This section provides
instructions for installing a float switch (water level
detection) and a power fail detection.
Aquadyne offers digital input devices for water
levels, pressures, flow, and power fail detect
.
Aquadyne offers an optional 8-pin connector and
wire that can be used to hook up a miscellaneous
digital input.
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Installing a Float Switch
A float switch consists of a stationary stem and a
float that moves up and down with the water level.
When the float is in the raised position, it is in the
CLOSED position. When the float is lowered, it is
in the OPEN position.
figure 1.11 float switch with 8-pin connector
Once the float switch has been installed in the
tank or filter, connect the 8-pin connector to the
bottom of the Octopus (see figure 1.1).

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1-18
Installing a Power Fail Detector
This 9-volt wall mount device is configured with an
8-pin connector. Install the unit as follows:
1. Plug the 9-volt power detect switch into a 110-
V outlet.
2. Connect the 8-pin connector to the bottom of
the Octopus (see figure 1.1).
Probe Cables
X-10
Power
Supply
Surge
Suppressor
Octopus 4000 Modem
X-10
power line interface
Octopus Power
Transformer
Plugged Into
Surge Suppressor
9-Volt
Power Fail
Detector
Figure 1.12 Power Fail Detect Installation
See step 16 for complete programming instruc-
tions for alarm capability. In order for an alarm
page to be sent alerting of a power fail, the Octo-
pus and modem must be powered with some type
of battery back up.
The reliability of the digital input circuit is
dependent on the use of low impedance
switches and wiring. For customers
wiring multiple switches in series, the
total resistance of the switches should
not exceed 200 ohms.
Step 4—Install X-10 Power
Line Interface
When the Octopus 4000 senses a parameter in
the control or alarm range, it communicates to the
powerline interface. The powerline interface than
sends on/off commands to the control module. To
install the X-10 Power Line Interface, simply plug it
into a GFCI electrical outlet. Then use the 4-wire
interconnect cable provided with your unit to
connect the X-10 Power Line Interface to the
Octopus 4000 controller (see figure 1.4). For
proper initialization of these components, connect
the X-10 Power Line Interface and Control mod-
ules before powering up your Octopus 4000 unit.
Step 5—Install and Address
Control Module(s)
The Control modules can be located wherever
electrical power is available.
The X-10 Power Line Interface and all
Control modules must be installed on
circuits on the SAME PHASE in the
electrical sub-panel. The distance of A/C
wiring between the X-10 power line
interface and any control module cannot
exceed 50 feet..
If the X-10 Power Line Interface and the
Control modules are not on the same
phase, they will not be able to communi-
cate with each other, except by means of
an X-10 signal bridge.
Do not plug control modules or X-10
power line interface into power strips
equipped with surge suppression. Surge
suppression can filter out the Octopus X-
10 control command signals.
UPS power supplies have built in noise
and surge suppression and will block X-
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Installing the Components
One Control module will be needed for each
peripheral device you want to control (see figure
1.4). To install the Control module, simply plug the
module into a GFCI-protected electrical outlet.
Then plug the device to be controlled (i.e., pump,
heater, chiller) into the bottom of the Control mod-
ule. See figure 1.13.
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Figure 1.13 Control Module Installation
Be sure you do not exceed the power specifica-
tions of the Control module. Most plug-in control
modules operate on power lines up to 110 volts
and can be used with devices up to 15 amps.
control modules which operate with higher voltage
and amperage are available through Aquadyne
distributors. Wall receptacle control modules are
also available.
A sticker on each satellite module indi-
cates the maximum load-rating of the
device.
DO NOT OVERLOAD. Equipment such
as compressors and pump motors can
exceed the load rating of a control mod-
ule. Verify with the manufacturer of your
peripheral device that the surge current
at startup does not exceed the load
rating of the control module. Damage to
the control module could result!
In addition, be sure you are using the
correct plug configuration.
The Octopus identifies each control module by its
own code, which is called an address. The address
is selected using the two dials on the face of the
control module (see figure 1.14). The alpha dial
allows selections A-P and the numeric dial allows
selection 1-16. The control address shown in Figure
1.14 is A-3.
A control address must be set for each control mod-
ule. Control module ids must also be set and en-
abled at the Octopus - see steps 20 and 22 for
complete programming instructions. See the follow-
ing column for Octopus 4000 pre-programmed
default addresses.
1
5
9
15 3
711
13
AC
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UNIT
ID
AQUADYNE
TM
TM
SATELLITE
Control Module
1
5
9
15 3
711
13
AC
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UNIT
ID
Address: A-3
Figure 1.14 Addressing a Control Module
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Installing the Components
1-20
Default Control Addresses
H-1 Heater
C-1 Chiller
O-1 Ozonizer
D-1 Buffer System (pH)
D-2 CO2 Doser
F-1 Main Pump
A-1 Alarm Module
C-2 Low Cond. Control
C-3 High cond. Control
P-1 WaveMaker Pump 1A
P-2 WaveMaker Pump 1B
P-3 WaveMaker Pump 2A
P-4 WaveMaker Pump 2B
L-1 Timer 1
L-2 Timer 2
L-3 Timer 3
L-4 Timer 4
L-5 Timer 5
L-6 Timer 6
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•
•
L-16 Timer 16
Step 6 - Install The
Communication Equipment
There are two optional communication features
available for the Octopus 4000 system:
•Alarm Paging
•AquaWeb for Windows
Alarm Paging allows your digital pager to receive
an alarm page when a water quality parameter goes
outside the acceptable range or when a digital input
switch signals an alarm condition. The pager mes-
sage identifies the Octopus 4000 unit via the last 3
digits of the unit serial number, which parameter is
involved, and whether the alarm represents a high or
low condition. Step 21 provides complete instruction
on programming the pager feature.
AquaWeb PC software is an integrated desktop
application that offers networking and remote ac-
cess to Aquadyne controllers. Once installed and
properly configured, AquaWeb uses Microsoft
Access to store water-quality data and configuration
data for one or many Aquadyne controllers. The data
is permanently stored on a PC or a centralized
server where the data can be shared and analyzed
by one or many users. (An Octopus controller holds
up to 7 days of hourly values for all water parameters
values. A power cycle to the unit will erase this
buffer.)
AquaWeb is a powerful analytical tool. After down-
loading the controller datalog, AquaWeb will display
the data in a graphical format using simple line or
statistical graphs that identify underlying trends,
giving the user information helpful in fine-tuning
parameter setpoints and control and alarm ranges.
Nodes (controllers) are graphically displayed using
an intuitively simple hierarchical tree-structured view.
AquaWeb uses the Windows Dial Up Networking
system and an integrated schedule to “poll” each unit
and download the node datalog at user-defined
intervals.