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Ive always used helix, and although they are a great tool, ive always found it annoying that i couldn't use different sized heat panels etc... with one controller (basic system here)

Then i came across the habitat control system by GCS...

anyone have any experience with these??

How do you like them?

thanks,

gvg

I got mine in 3 weeks ago and so far so good. It holds the temps very well. The interface is a bit weird at first, but once you do it for a few minutes and understand it, it's very simple. It's VERY nice to be able to control multiple zones with one thermostat. I had to run a thermostat for multiple cages in the past (say keeping Kenyans in one rack at 90 degrees and rosies at 86 in another).
The night drop works like a champ and is adjustable for different sensitivies. My snake room doesn't get very bright so I adjusted it a bit so that my day temps didn't come on at 10AM and go off at 6PM, it's more like 8AM-8PM now which is where I want it.
The alarm feature works well although I haven't hooked up the phone dialer yet. It actually requires an external interface that you have to buy at Radio Shack that I haven't had time to get yet.
All-in-all, very good thermostat and the price is unbeatable. 4 Helix units with night drop will set you back about $550. This unit is $269 shipped!
Hope that helps you out,
Jason @ Jason's Jungle

I haven't used the control system yet, but am getting one this winter (I'm just waiting for the new models to come out). However I have known Gene and Christina for damned near 20 years, they are as fair and honest people as you will ever meet. It's rediculous that someone would hold them responsible for a previous owners actions that they had nothing to do with.