SunReports Apollo1 Quick Start Manual
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Quick Start Guide
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Add one serial number sticker from the
box to the Configuration Sheet
One sticker may be left with the end
user for their records
IMPORTANT: The serial number
entered into the on-line system
MUST match the number on the
unit. This is what allows for the
mapping, identification and
environmental information
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General Configuration
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Find a suitable location to mount and
install the Apollo unit.
Note: Ensure the cables and power supply
will reach their destinations
Note: The mounting template is included
on the Configuration Sheet
Connect the cables to the Apollo unit by
simply matching the color coding.
Note: The following are optional:
- CT2 cable (orange)
- The Pressure Switch Cable (violet)
The following is not needed:
- Inverter Cable (green)
Connect the temperature sensors using
the provided zip-ties:
a) T1 to the Heat Exchange Input
b) T2 to the Heat Exchange Output
c) T3 to the Hot Water Output
The CT1 input is required for BTU calculations.
There are two options:
1. Current Transformer (detect pump On/
Off): Connect CT1 to ONE of the AC
pump leads at the controller box.
DANGER: Ensure power is disconnected
to the circuit before connecting the CT
IMPORTANT: Ensure only ONE side of
the AC power is routed through the CT
2. Flow Sensor (Grundfos VFS Series):
Connect CT1 to the flow sensor using the adapter cable.
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4P4C (RJ9) to Apollo
Pin4 (Yellow - +5V)
Pin3 (Green - GND)
Pin2 (Red - Flow)
Pin1 (Black - NC)
Adapter Cable for
Grundfos VFS Series Flow Sensors
Pin1 (Yellow - NC)...
Pin2 (White - Flow).
Pin3 (Green - GND).
Pin4 (Brown - +5V)....
To Grundfos VFS
Optional: Connect CT2 to the electric
reheat coil.
DANGER: Ensure power is disconnected
to the circuit before connecting the CT
IMPORTANT: Ensure only ONE side of
the AC power is routed through the CT
Optional: Connect the Pressure Switch
cable to the system's pressure switch
Note: The polarity of the connections does not matter
Pressure switch sold separately
Connect the Blue CAT5 Internet
cable to a router with an 'always on'
Internet connection
Note:
If the router is located far from the Apollo unit, the following
options can be used:
- PLC Bridge (uses the AC wiring in the home to connect)
Available from SunReports
- Longer CAT5E patch cable (up to 300ft)
Connect power to the unit using the supplied
AC/DC Adapter. Verify the Apollo starts up
correctly and successfully connects to the
SunReports Server
Startup Routine:
- All Lights come on for a moment
- The 'Internet' light flashes while connecting
- The 'Internet' light turns solid on when connected
Record the customer information and
sensor label names on the included
Configuration Sheet
IMPORTANT:
This information will be
needed to properly set up the unit on
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