Astro-Smart’s Computerized Astronomical Weather Station(SMP-R2/SMP-R2-PRO) with ASCOM support for StandAlone and or Remote Controller Capability for any telescope.
Designed for the astronomer that wants a turnkey sensor fusion monitoring capability.
(Model: SMP-R2-PRO, SMP-R2)
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Typical Configurations for the SMP-R2-PRO, SMP-R2 are shown below used with a generic observatory with a role off roof or Dome control from remote software computer GUI with ASCOM drivers with various sensors and control such as Cloud, Sky SQM, Sky LUX, Rain, Snow, Wind Speed and Direction, Pressure, Temperature, Humidity, GPS and Relay Output Control.
These systems are designed using a tethered sensor cable between the sensor module exposed to the elements while having the controller electronics module inside near your PC remote platform. This family of SMP-R2 has advanced capabilities at the controller end to add additional diagnostics and controls such as an LCD or OLED display plus relay options to control domes etc near your PC remote location. Tethered distances range from 12 to 50 feet. If you prefer all in one systems where the sensors and controller are in one module, please look at the USB and RF versions of this product.
The SMP-R2, SMP-R2-OLED and SMP-R2-LCD system options are shown below.
The SMP-R2can be setup with your home observatory or telescope mount for trouble-free operation controlled by the user supplied computer interface. The SMP-R2 has a complete turn key environmental observation system which includes sensors such as Cloud and Sky Quality Meter Sensor, Lux Sky Brightness Sensor, Rain Sensor, Wind Speed and Direction Sensor, Barometric(Pressure, Temperature and Humidity) Sensor that are housed in the R2 enclosure with one data/control cable from the R2 housing to the SMP-R2 . Additional options for the SMP-R2include GPS Sensor along with Relay output control to operate an Observatory Dome, Custom Dome Closure Relay or Power Utility. Custom data/control lengths between SMP-R2and R2 enclosure sensor cluster are available upon request. The main difference between SMP-R2 is the SMP-PRO-R2 comes with a 8 line OLED or 4 large line LCD for standalone display of sensor and relay information along with hard wired or wireless remote control capabilities where the SMP-R2 has the same capabilities as theSMP-R2minus the display.
The imaging sensors such as the SQM meter sensor is used to determine if imaging, visual or technical work is appropriate. The SQM features of the include a graphical reporting system on the software GUI which graphically maps NELM(Naked Eye Limiting Magnitude) and MPSAS (Magnitude Per Square Arc Sec) over a programmable measurement scale as low as 1 sample every 3 seconds. The Sky Brightness sensor is measured and displayed in LUX. The Cloud Sensor is IR based and informs the user whether cloud formations or clear conditions are present necessary for imaging or visual work. The other sensors are self explanatory and add to the overall SKY Master Product Capability. The relay option out has two options for the SMP-R2familiy based on the needs of the user. If the user already has a relay output for Dome control, option 1 includes a +5V, 500 mA output when relay activated due to sensor readings using a 3.5mm audio jack output along with a LED output. If a relay is required, option 2 provides a 120/240 VAC or 12/24 VDC 10Amp relay output using a +/- AR binding posts along with LED output when activated. The basic configuration is to mount your sensor configuration to the location desired on your observatory or telescope mount. Then, connect to your PC with the USB cable and power supply provided and launch the GUI interface provided to read sensor readings and the user can let the system control when the dome should close based on user rules or sensors equipped or can be done manually by the user using the GUI interface.
Astro-Smart is the innovator of this elegant and convenient sky master sensor and control system solution to your telescope mount or observatory needs . The Computerized Sky Master System Controller Pro (Model: SMP-R2) is a economical yet superior Automation solution made available to the amateur or professional Astronomer. The Computerized Sky Master System Controller Pro (Model: SMP-R2) is designed to be used with any make or model observatory and or telescope mount where the user needs information of the night sky.
Since, the inception of this unique product at Astro-Smart, the SMP-R2 was many years in the making, over long periods in astronomy using existing products on the market identifying their weaknesses and limitations making the product you see before you. The SMP-R2 is finally here!!! The Astro-Smart ComputerizedSky Master Pro System Controller Pro (Model SMP-R2 designed to be user friendly, serviceable, elegant and reliable and include the following features shown below:
| 1. | Worry Free Warranty Program For Life Of Product Sale. |
| 2. | Full Computerized Sky Master PRO System Solution With Standalone Controllable and or USB Remote Control Software Solution GUI And ASCOM Environmental Observation Conditions Driver. Tested with Sequence Generator Pro, Nina, SkyX, Maxim DL ASCOM Environmental Observing Conditions plug ins. |
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Data Logging, Historical Data Graphing and Retrieval Capability with Parameter Setting Flash Storage And Retrieval. Dynamic sampling and Boltwood output file support. Tested with Diffraction Limited Clarity II,AAG SkyRoof . |
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Alarms and Relay Control Rule Sets for Sky and Atmospheric Conditions. Alarms can be sent via Email, supplied phone App real time based on user set sensor thresholds and sensor combinations. Boltwood output file support. Tested with Diffraction Limited Clarity II, AAG Skyroof. |
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8 Line OLED Display or 4 Line LCD Display On SMP-PRO-R2 ONLY |
| 6. | SQM Sky Quality Meter And LUX Sky Brightness Sensor to measure Star Magnitude Per Arc Sec(MSPAS) and Naked Eye Star Magnitude(NELM). 0.2 mag/square arc sec accuracy. The LUX sky brightness sensor has a reporting range of 0.0001 to 100K LUX. |
| 7. | IR Cloud Sensor to measure Cloud Sky Conditions. |
| 8. | Optional Wind Speed and Direction Sensor in meters/sec or MPH +/- 5% for speed and 16 division scale wind direction accuracy for all measurements. 3.5mm jack style interface. 4 choices of wind sensors. |
| 9. | BAROMETER Pressure measurement in mbars or inch of Mercury, Temperature and Humidity Sensor to measure Atmospheric Conditions. +/- 1% accuracy for all measurements. |
| 10. | Rain Sensor and Rain Sensor Heating Option. User Selectable rain Voltage trigger threshold. |
| 11. | Optional GPS Sensor to measure precise location(Lat,Lon,#Satellites,Date,Time and Altitude) to 1 meter displaying Geo Location Data plus NEMA output option for 3rd party programs. |
| 12. | Optional Relay Output for Dome Roof Control or power utility with LED indicator. Option 1. +5V to user relay on activation with 3.5mm jack style interface. Option 2. 120/240 VAC or 12/24 VDC 10Amp relay on activation with +/- AR terminal post style interface. User specified or standard length of sensor cable available. |
| 13. | Optional Wireless remote control interface options available for telescope or observatory. The SMP-PRO, SMP-R interface supports Wireless Bluetooth (<200 ft), WIFI (<300 ft) and ISM (<650 ft) backhauls. |
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Input Requirements: 12VDC – 2Amps on all models except the SMP-R2-USB version which only requires a USB connection for power. |
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Overvoltage, Overcurrent and Reverse current Protection. |
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High quality design employs multi-layer PCB form factor and only the best quality components with conformal coatings for outdoor use. Price point set below development cost for such a system while providing more features. |
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Single Control/Data Cable interface between SMP-R2/SMP-R2-PRO Controller and R2 Sensor Enclosure. SMP-R2-USB and SMP-R2-RF require no cable interface as these units combine Sensors and Controller in one housing. |
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Dimensions SMP-R2/SMP-R2-PRO Controller (5.2″Length x 3″ Width x 1.9″ Height) |
| 19. | Dimensions R2 Full Sensor Fusion Enclosure(6″Length x 4.5″ Width x 1.3″ Height). This enclosure houses all the sensors connected via communications cable to your SMP Family Controller. |
As part of the SMP-R2 package, includes the standard Observation ASCOM drivers tested across multiple PC operating system platforms and 3rd party applications such as Sequence Generator PRo and Maxim DL. which controls and monitors your SMP-R2 with remote activity of all parametric values, virtual keypad and various graphs to track your SMP-R2 system. As part of the SMP-R2 package purchase, get the PC SW remote platform and ASCOM drivers for free. Please, contact us for any questions.
The super professional version of the software GUI increases the capability of your SMP-R2 to even a higher level. This includes your SMP-R2 with remote or standalone activity of all parametric values, virtual keypad and various graphs to track your SMP-R2 system. As part of the SMP-R2 package purchase, get the PC SW remote platform a data acquisition and processing suite for Multi-Channel Real Time Data Acquisition, Variable Acquisition Rate, Boltwood File Output for 3rd party Sky Roof platforms, Flash Memory Storage Of Critical Sensor Calibration Data, File Storage and Historical plot retrieval for Extended Regression Data Analysis including .csv, .log, .png file formats for easy interface to Office Products(Excel, etc) Snapshot shown below.
Other Videos can be found on the Support Product Video Tutorial page under
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Assorted pictures of tethered SMP-PRO-R2 system.
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Astro-Smart offers for your SMP-R2 is the R2 full sensor fusion enclosure, which houses a 5 sensor cluster for Wind, Rain, SQM, Sky Lux Brightness, Cloud and Barometer Sensors. The R2 needs only one wire harness connection to the SMP-R2controller. Note, all connections(USB, 8pin, power and wind sensor depending on model purchased) to SMP-R2 are now on bottom of unit in the center so a 2″ PVC attachment can be used and cables to be routed inside the conduit to protect from the elements.
Optional Accessories:
Shown above are the three-wind sensor options mounted with the R2 enclosure for use with SMP-R2controllers. The wind sensors plug into the R2 via wind connection port. This mounting enclosure feeds the single wire harness through PVC conduit to SMP-R2with pre drilled mounting holes. Each anemometer shown above is available separately as well for other mounting option alternatives.
Another accessory for the SMP-R2 that Astro-Smart offers is the single data/control cable which comes in 6, 12, 18, 25 or 50 feet in length to the R2 full sensor fusion Enclosure. Custom lengths are also available.
As part of your R2 enclosure sensor package that Astro-Smart offers for your SMP Family Controller is the SQM(Sky Quality Meter) Standard sensor (4SQMS) plus sky brightness in Lux which comes standard. This sensor informs the user of the quality of the sky conditions for imaging, visual or technical work communicating with the user GUI interface which gives the user immediate feedback on sky conditions letting the user know if imaging, visual, technical work or a poor night for setting up your telescope. The SQM standard sensor provides dual graphing ofMPSAS(Magnitude per square arc second) and NELM(Naked Eye Limiting Magnitude. Sky lux brightness measuring from .0001 to 100K lux.. This sensor package comes standard with R2 enclosure.
As part of your R2 enclosure sensor package that Astro-Smart offers for your SMP Family Controller is the Cloud Sensor (4SMP-C). This very sensitive IR sensor informs the user of the atmospheric conditions on whether is cloudy, partly cloudy or clear for imaging, visual or technical work communicating with the user GUI interface which gives the user immediate feedback on sky cloud conditions letting the user know if imaging, visual, technical work or a poor night for setting up your telescope. This sensor package comes standard with R2 enclosure.
As part of your R2 enclosure sensor package that Astro-Smart offers for your SMP Family Controller is the Rain and Snow Sensor (4SMP-R). This sensor informs the user of rain fall when observing remotely. The rain sensor can be used for informative purposes to close your observatory until rain has abated. This sensor package comes standard with R2 enclosure.
As part of your R2 enclosure sensor package that Astro-Smart offers for your SMP Family Controller is Dew Heating Control for Rain and Snow Sensor (4SMP-R). This ad on gives the ability to add heat to the rain sensor element to abate dew false alarms. Internal Temperature of the R2 Enclosure is used for feedback. The Dew control module gives the user ability to adjust heat as well to the dew strap on rain sensor located on R2 enclosure locally near the R2 Controller with digital readout for SMP-R2 units. The SMP-R2-RF module has dew controller embedded in main unit controllable via software.
As part of your R2 enclosure sensor package that Astro-Smart offers for your SMP Family Controller is the Barometer Sensor (4SMP-B). This sensor informs the user of barometric pressure, temperature and humidity when observing remotely. This sensor package comes standard with R2 enclosure.
Another convenient accessory for your SMP-R2 that Astro-Smart offers is a Display upgrade to 8 line OLED or 4 line LCD Display. Comes standard with Pro purchase.
Another convenient accessory for your SMP Family Controller that Astro-Smart offers is the Relay Output Option 1 or 2. Option 1 is a +5V plus LED indicator activated output which is embedded in the SMP-PRO/R to a user supplied relay device. Option 2 as shown above provides a 120/240 VAC or 12VDC 10 Amp relay output for high current signaling devices for users needing a relay to drive a dome, roof or signaling device when SMP-Pro/R alarms such as raining conditions occur. This relay is sold as an option.
Another convenient accessory that Astro-Smart offers for your SMP Family Controller is the GPS Sensor (4SMP-G). This sensor informs the user of precise location(latitude, longitude, time, data, # of satellites, altitude) and supports NEMA output for 3rd party software applications when observing remotely. If ordered for the SMP-R2 systems, the GPS module is embedded inside the controller and is sold as an option.
COMMUNICATION Upgrade Options:
Another convenient accessory add-on that Astro-Smart offers is the USB-3/2 7 Port Astro-Hub optional add on interface specifically designed for the SMP-R2 controller. For dedicated communication distances less than 50 feet with USB-3 equipment and 80 feet for USB-2 equipment to your computer. The Astro-Hub can be used with your SMP-R2 controller and other telescope equipment such as cameras, focusers, mount, etc to your computer or other backhaul interface (ie ethernet or wireless options)(USB-3/2-Astro-Hub).
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