Welcome to the site!
If you haven't already check out these threads:
Care: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...ius)-Caresheet
Cage Setup: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...With-Pictures!
Cage Heating: http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...t-Thermometers
Cage temps are going to be your first priority, no part of the cage should ever get below 75 F. Ideally the cool side of the cage should be between 78-82 F and the hot side should be between 88-92 F.
It sounds like you are on the right track. If you setup your cue the way it is shown in the cage setup thread I linked to you should be able to get the right temperatures without too much trouble.