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- Page 1 Pocket Powerbox Micro (PPBMicro) PRODUCT MANUAL Version 1.2...
- Page 2 Pocket Powerbox Micro 30-Oct-2024 Page 2 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro...
- Page 3 Pocket Powerbox Micro VERSION HISTORY Version # Implemented By Revision Reason Date Evans Souglakos 03/01/2020 Initial document George Karantzalos 30/10/2024 Manual update Page 3 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
4.10 STATUS LED ....................... 15 4.11 UPGRADABLE FIRMWARE ................... 15 STANDALONE OPERATION ....................15 SOFTWARE ........................... 15 ASCOM ..........................15 INDI..........................15 UNITY PLATFORM ......................16 Control tab ........................16 Configuration tab ......................17 Page 4 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... - Page 5 Dashboard ........................17 Graphs .......................... 17 Scheduler ........................18 N.I.N.A ..........................19 MOUNTING .......................... 20 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ....................22 RECOMMENDATIONS ......................23 </> DEVELOPMENT ....................... 24 RETURNS AND SERVICE POLICY .................... 24 Page 5 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro...
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Page 6: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Pegasus Astro Pocket Powerbox Micro 1.1 PURPOSE Pocket Powerbox Micro is the successor of the Pocket Powerbox This small-sized device (in short PPB Micro) is suitable for the “grab and go” astrophotographer. It can provide up to 10 Amps of power and has a sufficient number (4) of 12V Outputs, two dew heater channels, an adjustable voltage power output, and an environmental sensor to monitor humidity/temperature (dew point). -
Page 7: Device Description
Auto-Tune Dew Heaters (Auto-Dew) ▪ Reverse Polarity Protection / Overvoltage Protection ▪ USB / PC Controlled or Standalone Operation out of the box ▪ Lightweight and extremely compact CNC aluminum enclosure ▪ Page 7 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 8: Setup And Operation
To establish seamless communication with the device, please visit our official website at ▪ https://pegasusastro.com. Download the Unity software package, which includes all requisite ASCOM drivers, to facilitate connectivity with the PPB Micro. Click here to download Unity Platform: https://pegasusastro.com/download/ Page 8 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 9: In-Depth Device Overview
4.1 POWER INPUT PPB Micro accepts a voltage range from DC 11.0V – 14.5V * ❖ Above 14.5V the Pocket Powerbox Micro will shut down all outputs to save your precious equipment from over-voltage. • We strongly recommend using our certified “Pegasus Astro 12V/10A power supply”... -
Page 10: Dew Heater Outputs
The algorithm consults the dew point and the current draw of the heaters and tunes the power levels every 10 seconds. ❖ Dew heater outputs are also suitable to light a flat panel or spin your telescope’s fans. Page 10 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 11: Built-In Power Sensors
Each Dew Channel incorporates a current meter and protects against overload, over ▪ temperature and short circuit. The variable output does not have a dedicated current meter. However, its current ▪ consumption is measured with the global / input current meter. Page 11 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 12: Adjustable Output
You can adjust the voltage of this output via Unity Platform to 3, 5, 8, 9, 12 Volt levels. ▪ The setting is stored in the controller’s memory and is automatically retrieved during boot. ▪ Page 12 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 13: Environmental Sensor
The unit automatically detects the presence of the probe and polls for temperature readings every 15 seconds. An RJ12 socket connects the temperature/humidity sensor with the “Pocket Powerbox Micro“ controller. You can monitor in real-time the temperature, humidity and dew point in the Unity platform dashboard. -
Page 14: Reset Watchdog
4.9 EXT PORT EXT (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 Pocket Powerbox Unity Platform or a dedicated ASCOM driver. The device supports the... -
Page 15: Status Led
Unity platform. STANDALONE OPERATION Pocket Powerbox Micro 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 like to connect to a PC every time, you don’t have to. -
Page 16: Unity Platform
Pocket Powerbox Micro Indilib: https://indilib.org/filter/pegasus-indigo.html UNITY PLATFORM Pegasus Astro Unity Platform is our new all-around application. Our goal is to provide a robust and modern application that will support current and future products under one roof. Download and install Unity platform https://pegasusastro.com/release/unity/setup/PegasusAstroUnityPlatform.exe Please note that all required ASCOM drivers are included in Unity Platform installation. -
Page 17: Configuration Tab
• Recycle EXT port LED status Turn on and off the device status LED Dashboard Monitor real-time Environmental conditions and Power metrics. Graphs Exportable Environmental conditions and Power metrics graphs Page 17 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 18: Scheduler
A built-in scheduler lets you add tasks at specific dates and times. Click “New Job” button to choose a date and time and then drag power controls from left to right. Page 18 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... - Page 19 Pocket Powerbox Micro N.I.N.A Follow the generic N.I.N.A. device connect guide to connect your Pegasus Astro device. PPB Micro can be connected as a Switch and as a Weather device. https://pegasusastro.com/troubleshooting/unityplatform-troubleshooting- guide/#a5ff6a48d96516df8 Page 19 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro...
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Page 20: Mounting
Pocket Powerbox Micro MOUNTING Pocket Powerbox Micro has a pair of M3-threaded holes on the bottom cover spaced 27.5mm apart. Check out Pegasus Astro mounting accessories https://pegasusastro.com/products/mounting- accessories/ PPB Micro is compatible with Pegasus Astro A-Plate (SKU: PEG-APLATE ), Universal Clamp (SKU:... - Page 21 Pocket Powerbox Micro Page 21 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro...
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Page 22: Technical Specification
-40 to 80°C temperature readings ±0.5°C accuracy Camera / DSLR Output Max 3Amps, 3,5,7,8,9,12 Volt (Adjustable from software), 2.1mm Center Positive Voltmeter Measures 5 – 15V Dimensions 66mm x 66mm x 24mm Weight 115 grams Page 22 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 23: Recommendations
-40°C to +80°C, coupled with the ability to withstand humidity levels of up to 99%, this device has been engineered to excel even in the most challenging of climates. Page 23 of 24 Pegasus Astro – Pocket Powerbox Micro... -
Page 24: Development
Pocket Powerbox Micro </> DEVELOPMENT Pocket Powerbox Micro Serial Command Language Firmware >=v.2.5 (review Jan 2021) Pocket Powerbox Micro Serial Command Table RETURNS AND SERVICE POLICY The device is covered by two (2) years warranty. For detailed information on returns and service policy follow the link below https://pegasusastro.com/returns/...
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