SAFFRON PLANETARIUM INSTRUMENT CONTROLLER
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An updated, NUTMEG-based, version of our venerable planetarium instrument controller, capable of smooth motion and precise targeting on planetarium instruments equipped with synchro positional feedback. Use one card for each axis to be controlled. Requires custom installation by Sky-Skan. |
SPECIFICATIONS
INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTIONS
SYNCHRO INPUT - 6 pin male Cinch Jones connector.
MANUAL PANEL -
CONTROL OUTPUT -
PANEL DISPLAYS
POSITION DISPLAY- digital readout of axis position.
GENERAL CAPABILITIES
Controls star machines in a closed loop manner, targeting accuracy dependent upon machine.
DEVICES CURRENTLY SUPPORTED
All star machines with full synchro feedback and DC motors.
MAXIMUM CABLE RUN
SYNCHRO INPUT - 100 ft. nominal
MANUAL PANEL - 100 ft. nominal
CONTROL OUTPUT - 100 ft. nominal
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Card draws necessary power directly from the NUTMEG
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