{"product_id":"pegasus-pocket-powerboat-advance-v2-ppbadv","title":"Pegasus Pocket Powerbox Advance with USB Hub - Gen2 - PPBADV","description":"\u003cp\u003e Crafted of durable blue anodized aluminum, the Pegasus Astro Powerbox Advance is \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e suitable for the “grab and go” astro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enomer or astrophotographer.  This small and lightweight device can provide up to 12 Amps of electric power, has four 12V outputs, a quad port USB3 Hub, two dew heater channels, a variable voltage output and an external environmental sensor to constantly monitor humidity and ambient temperature. The Pocket Powerbox Advance Controller can adjust the dew heaters by consulting the sensor temperature \/ humidity values and calculating the dew point of the environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck Out These Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x 12V DC Power outlets for your equipment (A single channel to switch all four outputs ON\/OFF via software)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 Amps of total distributed current\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Output (3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12Volt) \/ 3Amps (Can be switched ON\/OFF) Power your DSLR \/ Mirrorless camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\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)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Power USB Port (up to 3Amps) – Suitable for Raspberry PI 3\/4 power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEXT Port (RJ12) for external accessories (E.g External Focus Controller)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e2 Channels PWM Dew Heaters – RCA Outputs (Adjust power levels via software)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity and Temperature Sensor (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto Tune Dew Heater Channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse Polarity Protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB \/ PC Controlled or Standalone Operation out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and extremely compact aluminum enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLet's Dive Into the Features of the Pocket Powerbox Advance!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour 12V DC Power Outlets: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA robust MOSFET transistor serves as the reliable power source for your valuable equipment. It provides electricity to four outputs, with the capability to switch on\/off all 12V outputs simultaneously, offering a unified control over your power distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single channel can provide up to 10Amps of current to all ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCurrent is shared among the 4 x 12V ports\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Voltmeter:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA high-precision voltmeter is integrated into the device, providing real-time measurement and display of your input voltage. In the event that the input voltage exceeds 14.5V, the system swiftly activates a power cutoff mechanism to safeguard your valuable equipment from potential damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Regulated Output:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pocket Powerbox Advance features an adjustable output, designed to supply power to a range of devices, including DSLR and Mirrorless cameras, as well as Raspberry Pi 3\/4\/5. The voltage can be precisely tuned to various levels, including 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, and 12 Volts, ensuring compatibility with a variety of equipment. Additionally, Pegasus offers an extensive selection of battery couplers tailored to Canon, Nikon, Sony, FUJI cameras, and more for your convenience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Amp Meter:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmp-meter placement after the DC input allows for the reporting of the total electric current, providing a comprehensive overview of power usage. In addition, three additional amp-meters are integrated into the system. One is dedicated to the 12V outputs, while two are designated for the Dew Heater Channels. This arrangement offers the convenience of monitoring both detailed and overall power consumption for your equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore than 12A of Total Electric Current:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe powerbox has been designed to deliver a substantial electric current output of up to 12 Amps. It’s worth noting that a typical backyard astrophotography setup typically demands a range of 5-7 Amps for efficient operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbedded USB3 Hub: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powered USB3 Hub at the back of the device provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x USB3 SuperSpeed Ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x USB2 High-Speed Ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new SuperSpeed hubs operate in parallel with the USB 2.0 controller, so 5 Gbps SuperSpeed data transfers are not affected by slower USB 2.0 traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB Port Configuration under PPBADV Gen2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Port1 supports USB2 devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Port2 supports USB2 devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Port3 supports USB2 \u0026amp; USB3 devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB Port4 supports USB2 \u0026amp; USB3 devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Port 1 provides up to 3Amps of current. You can connect any device that requires 5V. E.g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ea Raspberry PI 3\/4 or Intel Compute Stick M3\/M5 can receive power from this specific port.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/2766\/files\/Pocket-Powerbox-Advance-Gen2-image-3.png?v=1718924216\" width=\"559\" height=\"250\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpansion Port (EXT):\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cspan\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 Pocket Powerbox Advance standalone software or dedicated ASCOM driver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStand Alone Operation Right \"Out of the Box\":  \u003c\/strong\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 like to connect to 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\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pocket Powerbox Advance boasts two Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) outlets, specially designed to supply power to your demanding Dew Heaters. This means an end to the woes of moisture interfering with your equipment and spoiling those precious clear nights. What’s more, you can conveniently control these outlets remotely from your laptop using the provided software.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuto Adjustment of Dew Outputs:  \u003c\/strong\u003eThe controller is equipped with an intelligent feature that allows it to autonomously adjust the power levels of your heaters by analyzing data from the environmental sensor, specifically the Dew Point reading. With a simple click on the “Auto” function, you can entrust the Pocket Powerbox Advance to determine the optimal time to activate and precisely fine-tune your dew heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLED Indications for Power \u0026amp; Failure States: \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe LED indicator is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to emit distinctive blinking patterns, serving as a crucial alert system for important power-related issues, such as over or under voltage. Furthermore, for those who prefer not to have the LED illuminated, the software offers the option to deactivate it. Rest assured, our LED is intentionally designed to be very dim, ensuring it doesn’t cause any disturbance, but the choice to turn it off is available through the software interface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse Polarity Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e:  Device comes with reverse voltage polarity protection. This invaluable feature is your safeguard against any inadvertent connection of the main power supply in reverse polarity, ensuring that your night of stargazing is never compromised.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Watchdog: \u003c\/strong\u003e A hardware watchdog mechanism is in place to automatically reset the device in the rare event that there is no response from the controller for two seconds. This ingenious feature provides an added layer of security, particularly in scenarios involving remote observatories, where it is paramount to ensure that all systems continue to function as intended, even in the unlikely case of a controller freeze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePegasus Astro Unity Platform\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePegasus Astro has designed their Unity Platform to support all of their current and future products in one interface.  Unity provides comprehensive, yet user-friendly control over all Pegasus devices.  Additionally, their REST JSON API gives third-party software developers the ability to interact with Pegasus products for enhanced versatility and compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe device is equipped with firmware upgradability, allowing for seamless updates to support forthcoming features and address any potential bug fixes, ensuring it remains at the cutting edge of functionality and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eASCOM 6 \u0026amp; INDI Supported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePocket Powerbox Advance fully supports ASCOM6. In combination with our main program which acts as a server you can use our latest ASCOM 6.5 supplied drivers to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport environmental settings to supported software (e.g Sequence Generator Pro \/ MaximDL )  \u003cem\u003e(ASCOM ObservingConditions)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch ON \/ OFF 12V outputs, Adjustable Output, Tune Dew Heaters. \u003cem\u003e(ASCOM Switches)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePocket powerbox fully supports INDI, Bundle it with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarmate.com\/\"\u003eStellarmate\u003c\/a\u003e or any other device that can use INDILib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePocket Powerbox Advance Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature\/Humidity Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo (2)  Power DC 2.1mm to 2.1mm male cables @ 1m Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo (2) Power DC 2.1mm to 2.1mm male cables @ 0.5m Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB3 Cable, Type B, 1.8m Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V – 13.8V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Input Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 2.1mm (center positive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB3 Type B Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 x 12 Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Current 10 Amps in total.\u003cbr\u003e2.1mm (center positive)\u003cbr\u003eSoftware: ON\/OFF all ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Channel x 12 PWM Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum Current 5A Each, Black Colored RCA Connector, Pulse Width Modulated (Suitable for Dew Heaters or Flatbox)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware: Duty Cycle % \/ OFF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1x Sensor Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRJ12 Socket, Connectivity with Environmental Sensor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0-100% humidity readings with 2-5% accuracy\u003cbr\u003e-40 to 80°C temperature readings ±0.5°C accuracy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera \/ DSLR Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Max 3Amps, 3,5,8,9,12 Volt (Adjustable via software)\u003cbr\u003e2.1mm (center positive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltmeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures 5 – 15V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66mm x 66mm x 24mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e250 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Pegasus Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41121029488753,"sku":"PEG-PPBADV","price":292.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/2766\/files\/PPBADV-12v-side.png?v=1776459145","url":"https:\/\/khanscope.com\/en-fr\/products\/pegasus-pocket-powerboat-advance-v2-ppbadv","provider":"Khan Scope Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}