which controller

Assuming your going to get the kit that comes with the DC-8 and PH/Temp probes, then the next thing that you might want to consider is a serial cable (for hooking it up to your computer). If you do want to hook it to your computer, chances are you will also need a Ground Isolated Serial Connector if you want accurate PH readings. The serial cable is fairly cheap, unfortunately the GISC isn't.

Once you've been using the ACJR for a while, you'll wonder how you ever got along without it!

-JB

 

Which one you get really kind of depends on what you want it to do?

 

It depends on how much you're controlling. At the very least, you'll need a powerbar(DC4, DC4HD or DC8). A pH probe would be nice to have if she's willing to buy it. /site/DesktopModules/NTForums/themes/_default/emoticons/smile.gif

 

Grounded isolated serial connector.
https.com/neptune/store/agora.cgi?://estorneptunesyscart_id=7396545.3868*H172W6&p_id=36&xm

 

You can get the serial cable and/or GISC from just about any place that sells Neptune Controllers...  Aquacave, F&S, Marine Depot, etc.

For example, from AquaCave:

Serial Cable
Ground Isolated Serial Connector

-JB

 

I'm gonna be selling my ACII soon, just so ya know.

 

Ok, I just decided to sell it before xmas.....i gotta do some price comparisons on ACIII's then ill let ya take it.

 

Posted By Waverz on 12/06/2007 7:25 PM
Ok, I just decided to sell it before xmas.....i gotta do some price comparisons on ACIII's then ill let ya take it.
I really didnt find any better price then premium aquatics on the ACIII. Mine just showed up today.

 

She told you could have anything you want and you told a fish tank controller, sad, very sad. It just goes to show addicting fish tanks can be.

 

Ok, since I'm also looking for a controller too. What are the major differences between the AC Jr, ACII, and ACIII. From what I can see the only difference is ORP between the AC Jr and the ACII. The ACII to ACIII looks like just more web based stuff. Anyone know for sure?

 

Here's the comparison on the Neptune Systems website"
http://www.neptunesys.com/comparison.htm
I'm not sure about the ACII, but I think it's kind of a cross between the ACJR and the ACIII.   I think it will control more devices than the ACJR but doesn't have the built in Ethernet/Web support like the ACIII.
-JB