Light schedule during the cycle?

[ScubaSteve4Life]

I'm starting a brand new all dry rock, live sand aquarium with the help of Red Sea's reef mature kit. I'd just like to know when my LED's should be on during the cycle. I've heard mixed opinions on this topic. Everyone saying keep them off seems to be to reduce algae though.

 

[Flippers4pups]

I'm starting a brand new all dry rock, live sand aquarium with the help of Red Sea's reef mature kit. I'd just like to know when my LED's should be on during the cycle. I've heard mixed opinions on this topic. Everyone saying keep them off seems to be to reduce algae though.

I'd keep them off during a cycle. Nothing to photosynthesize except nuisance algae. Run them when you you add fish and coral. JMTCW

 

[cracker]

I'm cycling a 180 Lights out for the time being .

 

[nervousmonkey]

lights out while cycling. No need to have them on unless you like growing algae prematurely.

 

[ScubaSteve4Life]

Ok got it, lights off. Thanks for the help!