Hello! I would like to buy a wave engine that will run some jebaos and gyre 150/250.
What all do I need to buy?
What all do I need to buy?
Quick review of the Coralvue HYDROS WaveEngine
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Thank you for your interest, @Demmelition4! Thanks for tagging me, @Peace River!
With the help of one of our beta testers @120reefkeeper, I made a 1:30 second video that should help you get going.
Assuming you're not going to want to control EcoTech pumps at some point later, you'll want the standard WaveEngine:
item # is HDRS-WE
HYDROS WaveEngine
A single app controls a variety of different pumps from your mobile devices to access all the features you desire, without the need for multiple apps, individual controllers and bulky power supplies that require a “bird’s nest” of cables and wires.
www.coralvue.com
Next, you'll need one adapter cable for each of your 150/250 Gyre pumps:
HDRS-WE-230PA
HYDROS WaveEngine Direct Drive Pump Adapters
For many pumps the HYDROS WaveEngine connects directly to the pump head. This removes the clutter of the power brick and the control head for these pumps.
www.coralvue.com
You will need a 0-10V HYDROS cable:
HYDROS WaveEngine 0-10V Quad Cable
Control any pump via variable speed INPUT. Unlike other controllers that require intricate programming on pumps connected via 0-10V, the HYDROS WaveEngine allows 0-10V INPUT connected Pumps to take full advantage of all native flow modes and presets without complicated coding.
www.coralvue.com
For the Jebao pumps, you're going to need:
Jebao/Jecod Pump to Neptune Systems Apex Controller Linkage Adapter
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+ a power supply (as seen in the video I've not yet posted)
HOW TO CONNECT JEBAO PUMPS TO HYDROS WAVEENGINE
- Follow the instructions in the video I'll get posted here eventually
- Then follow the instructions in in this video: https://www.coralvue.com/hydros-waveengine-0-10v-quad-cable
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Thank you for your interest, @Demmelition4! Thanks for tagging me, @Peace River!
With the help of one of our beta testers @120reefkeeper, I made a 1:30 second video that should help you get going. I'm having a little trouble with the video software, though. I'll try to get that resolved today. In the meantime:
Assuming you're not going to want to control EcoTech pumps at some point later, you'll want the standard WaveEngine:
item # is HDRS-WE
HYDROS WaveEngine
A single app controls a variety of different pumps from your mobile devices to access all the features you desire, without the need for multiple apps, individual controllers and bulky power supplies that require a “bird’s nest” of cables and wires.
Next, you'll need one adapter cable for each of your 150/250 Gyre pumps:
HDRS-WE-230PA
HYDROS WaveEngine Direct Drive Pump Adapters
For many pumps the HYDROS WaveEngine connects directly to the pump head. This removes the clutter of the power brick and the control head for these pumps.
For the Jebao pumps, you're going to need:
Jebao/Jecod Pump to Neptune Systems Apex Controller Linkage Adapter
Free Shipping on Everything, Rewards, Free Swag, Price Matching & Free Returns.
+ a power supply (as seen in the video I've not yet posted)
HOW TO CONNECT JEBAO PUMPS TO HYDROS WAVEENGINE
If you have any trouble after taking these steps, just shoot our support staff an email at [email protected] and they'll walk you through the steps.
- Follow the instructions in the video I'll get posted here eventually
- Then follow the instructions in in this video: https://www.coralvue.com/hydros-waveengine-0-10v-quad-cable
Wow thanks so much for this. I really appreciate it! I am going to get the waveengine this week so I am excited!
CoralVue_Marketing
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My IT guy is gonna help me in the morning so I can save and post the video. I just don't have permission on my PC to do so. As the admin. he'll be able to get me sorted out.
Once again. Shout-out to @120reefkeeper who shot you this tutorial!
CoralVue_Marketing
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I updated the post to include all of the info @120reefkeeper provided me in video form!
Quick review of the Coralvue HYDROS WaveEngine
Hello! I would like to buy a wave engine that will run some jebaos and gyre 150/250. What all do I need to buy?
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who can help me?
I want to run one gyre forward, while the other is in reverse and then switch. I cannot figure it out.
I want to run one gyre forward, while the other is in reverse and then switch. I cannot figure it out.
CoralVue_Marketing
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I thought the community may chime in on this one., but I should have replied much sooner. If you haven't already done so, please email [email protected] so that we can assist you!
I'm setting up a new 140g tank right now and have purchased most of what I "need" however I've been eyeballing the Wave Engine. My two wave makers are the Octopulse 4's and on the chart provided on what different pumps need to connect to the WE it shows them as Direct Connect as well as 0-10v so can I connect them either way or will I need to use my original power supply and controller? I was hoping to be able to get rid of the PS and controller. Thanks for the help!
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Direct Connect is the way to go for sure! That way, the WaveEngine not only controls the Octo Pulse pumps, it powers them, too! Now you can get rid of their two controllers and two power bricks. The WaveEngine is capable of powering two more pumps should you need more flow in the future.
For your Octo Pulse pumps, you'll need 2 x WaveEngine Direct Drive Pump Adapters (SKU is HDRS-WE-OCTPA).
Something we get asked a lot is "How many pumps can I control with a single WaveEngine?"
You can directly connect up to four (4) pumps using the Direct Drive ports. You can also connect up to four (4) pumps to the 0-10V port by using a single HYDROS Quad Cable. You can actually control an unlimited amount of VorTech “W” model pumps wirelessly. In short, you can connect up to 8 pumps with cords and as many pumps as you want wirelessly!
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Hi Jeff,
Thank you for the prompt reply. I'm sorry if I'm being repetitive here but I'm still a little confused due to what I'm seeing on the chart posted for the Wave Engine on most vendor sites. It states;
0-10V Input Pumps:
Requires 0-10V adapter cable
Reef Octopus Octo Pulse 2, 4
Reef Octopus VarioS 2, 4, 6, 8
But then the charts shows this as well;
Direct Connect Pumps
Requires pump adapter cable
Reef Octopus VarioS 2, 4
Reef Octopus Octo Pulse 2, 4
I have two Octo Pulse 4's and one VarioS 8. The chart I think is what's causing me to be a little confused. First off it shows the Octo Pulse 2 & 4 in both columns and secondly it shows you can only run the VarioS 2 & 4 direct connect, no 6 or 8, is that just a misprint?
So my question/s are;
1) Will the WE run my Octo Pulse 4's direct connect, ie; no power supply and control box needed?
2) Will the WE run my VarioS 8 direct connect with no PS and control box needed?
Sorry for being difficult Jeff, I'm just "a little" confused and trying to get this right. I've already got a box of several items I'm having to send back to exchange due to a little bit of confusion and would like to avoid any more mistakes on my part. lol. Thank you!
Thank you for the prompt reply. I'm sorry if I'm being repetitive here but I'm still a little confused due to what I'm seeing on the chart posted for the Wave Engine on most vendor sites. It states;
0-10V Input Pumps:
Requires 0-10V adapter cable
Reef Octopus Octo Pulse 2, 4
Reef Octopus VarioS 2, 4, 6, 8
But then the charts shows this as well;
Direct Connect Pumps
Requires pump adapter cable
Reef Octopus VarioS 2, 4
Reef Octopus Octo Pulse 2, 4
I have two Octo Pulse 4's and one VarioS 8. The chart I think is what's causing me to be a little confused. First off it shows the Octo Pulse 2 & 4 in both columns and secondly it shows you can only run the VarioS 2 & 4 direct connect, no 6 or 8, is that just a misprint?
So my question/s are;
1) Will the WE run my Octo Pulse 4's direct connect, ie; no power supply and control box needed?
2) Will the WE run my VarioS 8 direct connect with no PS and control box needed?
Sorry for being difficult Jeff, I'm just "a little" confused and trying to get this right. I've already got a box of several items I'm having to send back to exchange due to a little bit of confusion and would like to avoid any more mistakes on my part. lol. Thank you!
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CoralVue_Marketing
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You're not being difficult at all! The R2R community, by and large, is super polite, helpful, charitable... I wish R2R members were my neighbors!
#1
So the Octo Pulse 2 & 4 and VarioS 2 & 4 can all be connected directly to the WaveEngine with the appropriate Direct Drive Adapter Cables. The WaveEngine can control, monitor, and power them. You can get rid of the power bricks and external controllers for those pumps.
In addition, they can all be monitored and controlled using the 0-10V port. If they are connected this way, you cannot get rid of the power brick and external controllers for each pump.
#2
VarioS 6 & 8 pumps can only be monitored and controlled via 0-10V by the WaveEngine. They are not Direct Drive compatible and cannot be powered by the WaveEngjne.
There is a HYDROS 0-10V Quad Cable that allows you to connect up to 4 pumps. Pumps connected via 0-10V still have to have their external controllers and power bricks.
So, to recap: You can get rid of the power bricks and controllers for your Octo Pulse 4 pumps by directly connecting them to the WaveEngjne using the appropriate Direct Drive Cables.
You can't for the VarioS-8. But it can still be controlled by the WaveEngine using the HYDROS 0-10V Quad Cable.
CoralVue_Marketing
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Awesome!
Please email us if you need help getting going.
HYDROS Online Manual - Get Answers For All Your HYDROS Questions
Here you’ll find our most up-to-date information about CoralVue HYDROS. Access helpful how-tos, read step-by-step tutorials, see pictures, and watch videos!
www.coralvuehydros.com
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CoralVue_Marketing
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Back at cha! ;Woot
Here comes a potentially dumb question...
With this and a pair of gyres, can you ramp the gyres up and down or is it just on /off? This has been the downfall to me with gyre pumps, not being able to ramp them the way I can with other pumps
With this and a pair of gyres, can you ramp the gyres up and down or is it just on /off? This has been the downfall to me with gyre pumps, not being able to ramp them the way I can with other pumps
OP
OP
You mean what they are talking here as cycle duration:
HYDROS WaveEngine - How to Create a Flow Schedule - Help Page
Here we will show you how to create a flow schedule to get your pumps running in no time!
www.coralvuehydros.com
By the way that site answers pretty much every question...
I actually thought you could also do it with the original Gyre controller but it has been a long time since I used one and it could have changed since i did. I switched to the IceCap interface module that allowed them to be controlled by Apex pretty quickly and then I used the Maxspect Connect and now the WaveEngine.
Not exactly, my pumps work as left ramps up from 0 to 75% over an hour time, stays at 75% for an hour then ramps down for an hour to 0, stays at 0 for an hour then repeats. Right does the exact opposite. I couldn't get a ramp option with gyres so got rid of them but really liked the wide flow I can't get anywhere else.
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