Autopilot Analog to Digital Conversion Module V2

Bridge Commercial Environmental Controllers to Digital Lighting in Two Zones

Commercial environmental controllers output analog 0–10V and 0–11.5V control signals — a standard format for environmental automation systems. Many modern grow lighting fixtures, however, use RS-485 digital communication. Without a conversion module, analog controllers cannot communicate with digital fixtures.

The Autopilot APBC1001 V2 converts analog control signals to RS-485 digital, allowing commercial environmental controllers to drive digital grow room lighting directly. It supports two analog inputs and four digital outputs organized into two independent zones, with each zone capable of controlling up to 256 fixtures — 512 total per module.

The included six 20-foot white data link cables are shielded against electromagnetic interference and feature IP65 connectors rated for dust and liquid ingress protection, making them suitable for the demanding environment of commercial grow facilities.

Key Features & Benefits

• Converts 0–10V and 0–11.5V analog to RS-485 digital — bridges commercial environmental controller outputs to digital grow lighting without replacing the controller.
• Two analog inputs, four digital outputs — accepts two separate analog input signals and distributes them across four independent digital output channels.
• Two independently controlled zones — each zone handles 256 fixtures, allowing separate photoperiod or dimming control of two lighting circuits from a single module.
• 512 total fixtures per module — the 256-fixture-per-zone capacity supports large commercial facilities without requiring multiple conversion modules per circuit.
• Six 20-foot shielded data link cables included — EMI-shielded white data link cables for both analog inputs (2) and digital outputs (4) are included in the box.
• IP65 cable connectors — rated for dust-tight and low-pressure water jet protection — suitable for the moisture and particulate environment of commercial grow facilities.

Who Should Use the Autopilot APBC1001 Analog-to-Digital Conversion Module

Commercial grow operators running environmental controllers with 0–10V or 0–11.5V analog outputs who need to interface with digital RS-485 fixtures — including Phantom and Core HID fixtures and PHOTOBIO LED fixtures — without replacing the controller system.

Fixture Compatibility

The APBC1001 is confirmed compatible with 1000W, 750W, 315W dual, and 315W single HID fixtures. It also works with digital fixtures supported by the Autopilot PX2 controller ecosystem. Confirm RS-485 digital compatibility with your specific fixture before installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which lighting fixtures is the APBC1001 compatible with?

The module is confirmed compatible with 1000W, 750W, 315W dual, and 315W single HID fixtures. It interfaces with any RS-485 digital fixture that the Autopilot digital lighting system supports.

How many total fixtures can one APBC1001 module control?

512 fixtures total — 256 per zone across two independently controlled zones.

Does the APBC1001 work with any 0–10V commercial controller?

Yes — it accepts any standard 0–10V or 0–11.5V analog control signal regardless of the controller brand, converting it to RS-485 digital output for compatible fixtures.

What does the IP65 rating on the cable connectors mean?

IP65 means the connectors are dust-tight (no ingress of dust) and protected against low-pressure water jets from any direction — appropriate for the humidity, irrigation mist, and particulate conditions of commercial grow rooms.