Nano controller

[RustyNano]

Anyone have suggestions for a controller. Thus far I have looked at the reefkeeper elite and the neptune systems.

 

http://www.digitalaquatics.com/m_product_i...ber=30-0011-001

 

http://www.neptunesys.com/index.php?option...amp;Itemid=46#5

 

Would appreciate any war stories or recommendations.

 

RustyNano

[RustyNano]

To spur on the discussion Here are the specifics of each that we are examining...

 

Vote #1

 

Included Headunit:

1 x ReefKeeper Elite Head Unit (RKM-GC1)

 

Included Modules:

1 x RKM-SL1 (pH, ORP, temperature, 2 micro switches)

2 x RKM-PC4 (total of 8 outlets)

1 x RKM-SID (System Interface Device)

 

Included Accessories:

1 x pH Probe Kit

1 x Temperature Probe

2 x Switch Input Adapters

1 x 6' Bus Cable

2 x 3' Bus Cable

2 x 1' Bus Cable

1 x 6' USB Cable

8 x Mounting screws

 

Ethernet Capable

Wireless Communication

Upgradeability

Advanced 11 button CapSense interface

128 x 64 Graphical display (w/RGB backlight and 30 background colors)

More than 250 Programmable Channels

Multiple Mounting Options

Home Screen (w/easy to read icons and data)

Simple menu system for easy configuration

Night Mode - Independently Programmable

63 Alarms

Data Logging

Data Graphing

Metal Halide control with "Sure-On"

Light Timer with Weekday/Weekend schedules and safety temp cut off

Moon Light Controller (optional)

Multi-timer function

63 Dedicated Timers

2 Standby/Feed/Service modes

Control Functions

Sumps/Skimmers pump control

Wavemaker A/B and C/D pump control

Top-off pump control

Key Lock

Battery Backup

Audible Feedback

Splash-proof Faceplate

Upgradeable Firmware

 

Vote #2

Monitor: pH, ORP, Temperature, Conductivity, and Dissolved Oxygen

Control: pH, ORP, Temperature, Conductivity, and Dissolved Oxygen

Timers

Simulate Sunrise/Sunset

Simulate a Moon Cycle

Control Powerheads/Pumps (Wavemaker)

4 External Switch Inputs

Programming Language (enhanced)

Alarms

Perform Datalogging

PC or Macintosh RS232 Serial Interface

Ethernet Interface (10 Base T)

Embedded HTTP Web Server

Telnet Server

Email Alarm Notification

Large Backlit LCD Display

Display Lock with password protection

Battery Backup

Power Fail Alarm

Hardwired Direct Connect Modules

Flash Memory for easy Firmware Upgrades

PX 1000 Probe Expansion Module

Diagnostics

 

Vote #3 - INSERT YOUR OTHER CONTROLLER HERE

 

Vote #4 - NO Controller

[skimmerdude]

To spur on the discussion Here are the specifics of each that we are examining...

 

Vote #1

 

Included Headunit:

1 x ReefKeeper Elite Head Unit (RKM-GC1)

 

Included Modules:

1 x RKM-SL1 (pH, ORP, temperature, 2 micro switches)

2 x RKM-PC4 (total of 8 outlets)

1 x RKM-SID (System Interface Device)

 

Included Accessories:

1 x pH Probe Kit

1 x Temperature Probe

2 x Switch Input Adapters

1 x 6' Bus Cable

2 x 3' Bus Cable

2 x 1' Bus Cable

1 x 6' USB Cable

8 x Mounting screws

 

Ethernet Capable

Wireless Communication

Upgradeability

Advanced 11 button CapSense interface

128 x 64 Graphical display (w/RGB backlight and 30 background colors)

More than 250 Programmable Channels

Multiple Mounting Options

Home Screen (w/easy to read icons and data)

Simple menu system for easy configuration

Night Mode - Independently Programmable

63 Alarms

Data Logging

Data Graphing

Metal Halide control with "Sure-On"

Light Timer with Weekday/Weekend schedules and safety temp cut off

Moon Light Controller (optional)

Multi-timer function

63 Dedicated Timers

2 Standby/Feed/Service modes

Control Functions

Sumps/Skimmers pump control

Wavemaker A/B and C/D pump control

Top-off pump control

Key Lock

Battery Backup

Audible Feedback

Splash-proof Faceplate

Upgradeable Firmware

 

Vote #2

Monitor: pH, ORP, Temperature, Conductivity, and Dissolved Oxygen

Control: pH, ORP, Temperature, Conductivity, and Dissolved Oxygen

Timers

Simulate Sunrise/Sunset

Simulate a Moon Cycle

Control Powerheads/Pumps (Wavemaker)

4 External Switch Inputs

Programming Language (enhanced)

Alarms

Perform Datalogging

PC or Macintosh RS232 Serial Interface

Ethernet Interface (10 Base T)

Embedded HTTP Web Server

Telnet Server

Email Alarm Notification

Large Backlit LCD Display

Display Lock with password protection

Battery Backup

Power Fail Alarm

Hardwired Direct Connect Modules

Flash Memory for easy Firmware Upgrades

PX 1000 Probe Expansion Module

Diagnostics

 

Vote #3 - INSERT YOUR OTHER CONTROLLER HERE

 

Vote #4 - NO Controller

 

 

I vote for the aquacontroller, I have an aquacontroller III, and it does everything I could want it to do. It is super expandable/flexible.

 

I don't have much experience with the reefkeeper.

[jonrx]

A lot of it depends on what you want. Personally, I'll be getting one of the Reefkeeper Lites soon. I don't really want/need the fancy schmancy computer based stuff that comes with the higher end models. I like both the Elite and the Neptune controller, but I'm a bit more experienced with the Reefkeeper products and liked the RK II a lot.

[RustyNano]

A lot of it depends on what you want. Personally, I'll be getting one of the Reefkeeper Lites soon. I don't really want/need the fancy schmancy computer based stuff that comes with the higher end models. I like both the Elite and the Neptune controller, but I'm a bit more experienced with the Reefkeeper products and liked the RK II a lot.

 

 

I agree.. I do not need all this wiz bang but I want to make sure I get controls on more than the PH and the Temp.

 

Which of the Reefkeepers do you like?

[RustyNano]

I agree.. I do not need all this wiz bang but I want to make sure I get controls on more than the PH and the Temp.

 

Which of the Reefkeepers do you like?

 

Sounds like the AC III is the winner.

 

Thanks one and all. Now to find the money.

[TriggerHappyDude]

How did your votes show the AC3 was the winner?

 

The ReefKeeper Elite is the Top of The Line, if you can afford it....I'm saving up to get it.

[RustyNano]

How did your votes show the AC3 was the winner?

 

The ReefKeeper Elite is the Top of The Line, if you can afford it....I'm saving up to get it.

 

Look at the results... With so few votes it is overall a close call.. but the AC3 has more people voting for it and seems to be the leader in the industry.

 

Perhaps others have an idea for a better option but I do not see anyone stepping in.

 

so AC3 is the winner.