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Operate & check Apex services

Before wearing the headset​

Check the E-stop, controller power, Ethernet connections, USB drive, and headset battery. The Pro manual recommends a wired network for the headset rather than Wi-Fi.

Back up the original configuration before changing IP addresses, payload, stiffness, damping, Home points, or TCP offsets. Follow the headset fitting and calibration instructions for the installed Apex version.

Services described in the Pro manual​

ServiceFunction
apex-backend.serviceHTTP/WebSocket API entry point
apex-camera.serviceFour-channel GMSL camera service
apex-robot.serviceROS robot control and state publishing
apex-teleop.serviceIK, planning, and command multiplexing

These service names describe the manual's software version. A four-channel GMSL service is not a statement that the platform has only four cameras.

During and after operation​

Switch to standby when not teleoperating to avoid unintended input. Stop teleoperation immediately if the headset loses power, shuts down, or behaves abnormally. If the application cannot connect, first check power, network cabling, the router/switch, and IP subnet settings.

For mode selection, calibration, and recovery, use the release-matched Apex guide. Do not restart or reconfigure motion services during an active task without following its stop procedure.