Platypus 2 The Seletek controller designed by Lunático Astronomía … for observatory remote control.
All the features of the Seletek Armadillo plus network connection (ethernet) and a third peripheral port. It is the best controller to automate your observatory.
The Platypus has all the features of the Armadillo, managing up to 3 devices: focusers, camera rotators, filter wheels… up to 3 at the same time.
The Platypus can be accessed by local network and USB, with concurrent connections: one computer via network and other via local USB, a few of them via network…
Platypus is a whole range of possibilities …
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We can configure the internet address of the Platypus to suit your network, just let us know at the moment of placing the order. Please note, if you’re going to install more than one controller in the same observatory (same network), don’t forget to let us know so we can change the network name of the controller prior to shipment. |
Technical specifications:
- CPU: Atmel AT91SAM7X256
- Inputs: 6 analog-digital inputs + 5 digital inputs
- Outputs: 12 power digital outputs (up to 1A/port), 4 in each port
- 10 bit (0-1024) ADC
- PC connection through USB and Ethernet (internet)
- Size: 185 * 124 * 60 mm (including DB9 connectors)
- Power supply:
- 12 to 24 V dc (depending on the motor used), typically 12 V dc
- Standard 5.2 jack power connector
(*) If you want the power supply cable for car lighter plug, please click here.
To make your Platypus a focuser kit, you can also purchase the following items in addition to the controller:
(1) Select your focuser model focuser according to the images shown here. In case of doubt, please contact us.
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