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bro, USB vs RS232 is a little irrelevant talk I agree cos even if AQ uses the USB bus, it's too little data to screw up so it's safe! U can get both USB/RS232 from both controllers to talk to your PC simply put. do u need to control devices like dimmable lights, leds, dc-motors or tunze controllable pumps? if yes, the choice is clear! if not, i'd go for AQ for the looks and the price! can't believe a blardy IKS PH module costs that much!

u can always retrofit pendants u like with dimmable ballasts. however, u will need a controller to manipulate 1-10V signals (i.e. dimming)

actually they do know what the market wants but can't get it done bro! IKS are the ones who doesn't give a sh*t what the market wants cos they kind of done it already! u shd try to put those pumps and lightings on the computer and you get a whole lot of ultimate possibilities like proper sunrise/sunset, 'storm', 'surge', etc...

i was totally turned off when i found out the dimmable module for lights or/and controllable streams will only come out end '08! wtf man! maybe AQ is just one tech dude with 5 marketing dudes whereas IKS is the opposite! haha.

btw, i prefer USB then RS232 after all this talk i have an IKS now and also using RS232<->USB convertor. The point is USB is more convenient, not better! period! to be honest, i've considered AQ to replace my IKS too until I got my new toys!

u said it right bro. IKS is currently good for controlling 1-10V devices. just one last post abt RS232. go get your facts right all bros. go check with all control and instrumentation devices ard, they all use serial interface for a reason! i agree USB is faster and convenient. checksum bits flowing across at 400MB/s? questionable...

yup. i agree AQ is cheaper and the display is more appealing. RS232 to USB doesn't solve the USB instability issue but it's a non-issue for our type of usage! haha

bro, RS232 is rock solid! won't fail u one unlike USB! but updating firmware,etc won't take long so USB would be good too. i agree that IKS is bulkier but strangly i have a fetish for gadgets so i love bigger stuff! haha. however, i still think AQ will appeal cos of it's aesthetics and interfaces. both have pros and cons. just decided based on your requirement.

if you're only concerned abt PH, ORP and Conductivity, then AQ is definitely the choice. for me, i cannot live without the option of controlling tunzes, wavebox and lights! i love currents and so do my animals! guess it's really different strokes for different folks

IKS has been around for a long time. Yes, they are slow in churning out new stuff but just imagine their sms module has been ard for ages. And if you are keen on controlling variable voltage (1-10V) devices, between the 2, you've got only IKS as the option. With IKS and Simmod, you can throw the tunze multicontrollers aside and independently control up to 4 controllable tunze streams or dimmable lights. However AQ is new and slick looking. Their devices interface is certainly nicer looking and easier to hide ard. It depends on whether you are comfortable with AQ and depending all the communications via one USB port or more? Btw, RS232 communication is more reliable than USB but USB is more convenient there are a couple of IKS users ard you can check with

yup. certainly it is. give it good flow and lights, that fella will reward you. dun forget to accclimatise them well

letting go 'still using' IKS computer system cos trying something new. best chance for those who wish to own an aquarium computer and be in total control. set consists of - IKS Aquastar Computer - 2 x IKS Switch Socket Panel (controls up to 8 sockets) - IKS Temperature Module - IKS Simmod (I use this to control dimmable T5s for sunrise/sunset effect and variable tunzes. Time to toss the boring 7094/7095 controller aside) - IKS Vario LP180 dosing pump - cables to connect to USB/RS232 complete set going for $1300 interested, pls pm me with contact details. cheers

selling to find other hobbies! IKS Aquarium Controller (abt 2 yr old complete set $1100) - Aquastar Aquaristics Computer - Temperature Module - Switch-Socket Panel x 2 (control 8 diff devices!) - Simmod Module (use this for complex wavemaking with Tunze Streams) IKS Vario LP180 Dosing Pump (abt 1 yr old $230) Deltec PF601S Calcium Reactor (abt 1 yr old $900) Skimz Dual FR with Pump (abt 1/2 yr old $250) Interested reefers, pls pm me with contact details. Cheers

What's your application and size of tank like. 12m3 can handle a wide variety of applications when used appropriately. Perhaps you can share with me via pm or this thread and see if I can help. Cheers

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Reason for selling: Upgrading chiller and reducing tank turnover. Condition: Excellent. Abt 1+ yrs old chiller (serviced 6 mths back) Price: $1000 Abt 1+ yrs old RD (excellent cond) Price: $900 Thank you for your interest. Interested buyers pls pm me. Cheers

Great booster pump for RO/DIs when pressure not at appropriate levels esp at HDB blocks. I've moved and PSI at new home is ideal. Thus selling this excellent pump. Selling at only $150 Interested pm me.

Pic of I-spin Zeo Reactor as requested

I-Aquatic I~Zeo Reactor (1+ yrs old / used 8 mths) - $100 5feet 2x36w PL Lights - $60 Zeospur2 Brand News - $60 Interested pm me. Thanks

looking for one. i'm using iks so won't need controller or photocell.. anyone?

if you wanna keep in betta box, put some LR in there for 'comfort'. did that with my flashers. but i wouldn't do that with a black cap

Thanx for all interests. Both are currently reserved pending collection on friday. Cheers

Thanx for all interests. Both are currently reserved pending collection on friday. Cheers

dun mind zoos as well. any pics?

3" Juv Emperor : $25 3" Koran Angel : $15 Not reef safe but excellent specimens All super healthy and eating pretty well. Both will feed on mysis or pellets. I dun mind trading for SPS or LPS. Collection at Sengkang this Fri or Sat. PM me if interested with your contact num or offer. Cheers