Hello. I'm in the North East too. Marshydro are cheap and cheerful and they work. I use 3 x 300's ( 5w diodes ) and a 48 Reflector for germination and first week growth. Hope this helps man.
re: Micro MarsHydro LED & CFL input needed.
I have 2 of those lights and i would say that following the manufacturer's instructions for your first use is probably best. I haven't had any heat issues but my cabinet is 2x2x6 foot.
Packaging is plain cardboard box...with a sticker saying 60x5w led...