{"product_id":"pegasus-astro-advanced-usb-control-hub","title":"Pegasus Astro Advanced Pocket Powerbox Control Hub - Gen 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePegasusAstro Pocket Powerbox Advance (PPBADV) - Universal Power Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pocket Powerbox Advance (PPBADV) is a welcome addition to Pegasus Astro´s \"Powerbox\" product series. It has been designed to provide more advanced features in a more compact \/ quality design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 x 12 V DC power outlets for your equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA powerful MOSFET transistor provides \"electric juice\" to your precious equipment. It supplies 4 electrical outputs which can be switched on\/off via software (not individually).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable regulated output:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn adjustable output is suitable to provide power to your DSLR or mirrorless system camera. You can tune the voltage to different levels (3, 5, 8, 9, 12 V). Pegasus Astro provides different battery couplers for Canon, Nikon, Sony, FUJI cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt in voltmeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA precise voltmeter measures and displays in real time your input voltage. If the input is more than 14 V, the power is instantly cut off to protect your equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt in Amp-meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Amp-meter placed on the input reports the total current consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to this, there are three additional amp-meters. One for the 12 V outputs and two for the dew heater channels. Now you can monitor the detailed power consumption of your equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore than 12 A of total power:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eController has been designed to support up to 12 Amps of total current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePocket Powerbox Advance can work \"out of the box\" as a standalone device. Just plug the cables, setup the \"autodew\" functionality and every time you boot the device, it will retrieve your settings. So, if you don´t want to connect a PC every time, you don´t have to. Simple as that!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo channel duty cycle PWM outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo pulse width modulation (PWM) outlets are capable to provide power to your \"thirsty\" dew heaters. No more moisture fuzzing your equipment and destroying your clear nights. These outlets can be remote controlled from your laptop using the supplied software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuto adjustment of PWM (dew outputs):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eController can auto adjust the heater power levels by consulting the environmental sensor dew point reading. Just click \"Auto\" and leave it for the Pocket Powerbox to decide if its time to turn on and precisley tune the level of your dew heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbedded USB3 hub - 2 x USB3 \u0026amp; 2 x USB2 Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA powered USB3 hub at the back of the device provides\u003cbr\u003e 2 x USB3 SuperSpeed Ports\u003cbr\u003e 2 x USB2 High-Speed Ports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new Super Speed hubs operate in parallel with the USB 2.0 controller, so 5 Gbps Super Speed data transfers are not affected by slower USB 2.0 traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 x USB high power output:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA special USB port (Port 1) provides 5.2 V \/ 3 Amps. You can connect any device that requires 5 V. For example a Raspberry PI 3\/4 or an Intel Compute Stick M3\/M5 can be powered from this port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpansion port (EXT):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEXT (expansion) port is available for device expansion. This RJ12 socket allows the connectivity of current and future Pegasus Astro products. Plugged devices can be controlled from the Pocket Powerbox Advance standalone software or a dedicated ASCOM driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact aluminium enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA high quality robust, blue anodised aluminium enclosure houses the electronics of the Pocket Powerbox Advance. Size is 100 mm x 71 mm x 24 mm. Weighs 250 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASCOM 6 fully supported:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePocket powerbox fully supports ASCOM6. In combination with the main program which acts as a server you can use PegasusAstro´s latest ASCOM 6.4 supplied drivers to:\u003cbr\u003ePass environmental settings to supported software (for example Sequence Generator Pro \/ MaximDL) (ASCOM ObservingConditions)\u003cbr\u003eSwitch ON or OFF all 12 V outputs. (ASCOM Switches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINDI fully supported:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePocket powerbox fully supports INDI, so you can bundle it with Stellarmate or any other device that can use INDILib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLed indications for power and failure states:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLed's can blink in patterns to warn you regarding important power issues (like over or under voltage). In addition to this the lights can be turned off using the software. The led is very dim but just in case you don't want them switched on, you can switch it off via the software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower cables are included in the package:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour power cables with DC connectors 2.1 mm to 2.1 mm male (1 m) are included in the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal environmental sensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExternal one (1) meter temperature \u0026amp; relative humidity sensor is included in the package. Know exactly the environment conditions of your location. Temperature, humidity and dew point measurements are displayed in the software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConnect the device to your laptop\/PC and control Pocket Powerbox Advance from the supplied software or ASCOM drivers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse polarity protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePocket Powerbox has been designed with a reverse voltage polarity protection. It will definitely save your night if you accidentally connect the main power supply in reverse polarity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatchdog:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA hardware watchdog resets the device if for any reason there is no response from the controller for two seconds. A neat feature in the unlikely event of a controller freeze - when you have a remote observatory and you need to be certain that everything works as expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgradable firmware:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDevice is firmware upgradable to support future features and bug fixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMounting bolts are available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.horizonastronomy.ie\/products\/m3-x-10mm-attachment-bolts-3-pack?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=419a6aaa9\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupply Voltage: 12 V - 13.8 V DC (reverse polarity protected)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Input Connector: DC 5.5\/2.1mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnectivity: USB3 - Type B USB Connector\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x 12 V Outputs: Maximum current 10 amps in total, 5.5\/2.1mm tip positive,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esoftware-controlled ON\/OFF for all ports\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Channel x 12 V PWM Outputs: Maximum current 5 A each, black colored RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econnector, pulse width modulated (suitable for dew heaters or a Flatbox), software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econtrol for duty cycle % \/ OFF\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Sensor Input: Mini stereo socket, connectivity with environmental sensor, 0-\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% humidity readings with 2-5% accuracy, -40 to 80 °C temperature readings with ±0.5 °C accuracy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamera \/ DSLR Output: Max 3 Amps, 3\/5\/8\/9\/12 Volt, connector 5.5\/2.1 mm, tip positive\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbedded Powered USB3 Hub: 2 x USB2 Ports \u0026amp; 2 x USB3 Ports Available (USB3 ports are backwards compatible with USB2 devices)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower USB Port 1: 5.2 V, 3 A, thus suitable for Raspberry PI 3\/4\u003cbr\u003eRJ12 port: For external accessories (like external focus controller)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltmeter: Measures 5 - 15 V\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 100 mm x 71 mm x 24 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 250 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e If your devices are not recognised by the controller, please ensure you always connect all the devices by USB cable first, before you connect the controller power supply. This was when the controller powers on, it will scan and pick up the connected devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhats included:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePocket Powerbox Advance controller\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal temperature \/ humidity sensor\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x power DC 2.1 to 2.1 male cable (2x 1 m, 2x 0,5 m)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB3 cable type B (1.8 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Pegasus Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49210346176847,"sku":"PEG-PPBADV","price":317.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/1924\/6275\/files\/PEG-PPBADVPegasusAstro-PowerboxUSBHub.jpg?v=1719585806","url":"https:\/\/www.horizonastronomy.ie\/en-at\/products\/pegasus-astro-advanced-usb-control-hub","provider":"Horizon Astronomy • Telescope Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}