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Pocket Powerbox (in short PPB) is suitable for the "grab and go"
astrophotographer who does not want too much automation. Device
can provide 10Amps of power, a sufficient number of 12V Outputs, Two
Dew Heater Channels, A DSLR power output and an environmental
sensor to monitor humidity and temperature.
The Pocket Powerbox provides:
4 x 12V DC Power outlets for your equipment (ON/OFF via software)
10 Amps of total power
DSLR 8V Output (Can be switched ON/OFF)
2 Channels PWM Dew Heaters – RCA Outputs (Tune levels via software)
Humidity and Temperature Sensor (included)
Auto Tune Dew Heaters
Reverse Polarity Protection
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- Page 1 Home » Products » Pocket Powerbox Pocket Powerbox Pocket Powerbox (in short PPB) is suitable for the “grab and go” astrophotographer who does not want too much automation. Device can provide 10Amps of power, a sufficient number of 12V Outputs, Two Dew Heater Channels, A DSLR power output and an environmental sensor to monitor humidity and temperature.
- Page 2 USB / PC Controlled or Standalone Operation out of the box Lightweight and extremely compact enclosure Hint: Take a look at Astrobackyard’s review...
- Page 3 One hub to power all your Astrophotography devices - Revie… 4 x 12V DC Power outlets for your equipment...
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Page 4: Standalone Operation
Controller has been designed to support up to 10 Amps of total current. Standalone Operation Pocket Powerbox can work “out of the box 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. - Page 5 Controller can auto adjust the heater power levels by consulting the environmental sensor Dew Point reading. Just click “Auto” and leave to Pocket Powerbox to decide if it is time to turn on and precise tune the level of your dew heaters.
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Page 6: Reverse Polarity Protection
Temperature, humidity and dew point measurements are displayed in the software. USB2 Connectivity Connect the device to your laptop/PC and control Pocket Powerbox from the supplied software or ASCOM drivers Reverse Polarity Protection Pocket Powerbox has been design with a reverse voltage polarity protection. -
Page 7: Technical Specifications
A hard plastic ABS lightweight and compact sized box enclose the controller board. Size is 109mm x 74mm x 25mm). Weight is 250 grams. In the box Pocket Powerbox Controller External Temperature / Humidity Sensor 4 x Power DC 2.1 to 2.1 male cable (1m) - Page 8 Software: ON/OFF all ports Maximum Current 5A Each, Black Colored RCA Connector, Pulse Width Modulated (Suitable for Dew Heaters or Flatbox) 2 Channel x 12 PWM Outputs Software: Duty Cycle % / OFF Mini Stereo Socket, Connectivity with Environmental Sensor 1x Sensor Input 0-100% humidity readings with 2-5% accuracy -40 to 80°C temperature readings ±0.5°C accuracy...
- Page 9 EP-5A EP-5A for ENEL14 Battery Coupler: Nikon D3100, D3200, D3300, D3400, D3500, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500, D5600, Df DSLR EP-5B EP-5B for ENEL15 Battery Coupler: Nikon D7000, D7100, D7200, D850, D750, D7500, D810, D500, D800, D610, D600 Canon DR-E17 Canon DR-E17 Compatible with: For Canon EOS M3, M5, M6, Rebel SL2, Rebel T6s, Rebel T6i, Rebel T7i, and 77D Canon DR-E18 Canon DR-E18 Compatible with:...
- Page 10 Compatible with Canon 5D, 50D, 40D, 30D, 20D, 10D, D60, D30 cameras Documentation PPB Quick Installation Guide PPB Product Manual Pocket Powerbox Serial Command Language F.A.Q Q: What kind of power supply do I need? A: We suggest to buy a good linear 12V / 10A branded power supply.
- Page 11 Q: What if I accidentally reverse polarity? A: Pocket Powerbox has a reverse polarity protected input. Device will not power on and of course will not allow any voltage to leak to outputs. Q: At the middle of the night humidity rises up. What can I do for my optics? A: Enable auto-dew functionality.