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IMPORTANT UPDATE: (Last update: January 26, 2012)
The Premier Controller is well on into the design process now. We are hoping to have our pre-production proto-type sometime in February. Field testing will commence after that and if all goes well, we hope to release the new controller some time late winter or spring of 2012. It will have many of the same functions the original controller but will have some unique changes and improvements. We cannot release any details of the new controller at this time but will keep this site updated as we get closer to a release date.
Please note that the image at right is of our old style Premier Controller. It will be replaced as we approach our final beta testing.
If you want to be notified when the controller becomes available, please join our premier controller notification list. This will be a one time only mailing and you will not receive other product notifications from us.
The old style Premier Controller is still supported and we have moved the information on this controller to it's own page and can be found at the link below.
Link to old #2002 PREMIER DIGITAL CONTROLLER
Our new digital PREMIER POWER CONTROLLER will be the most advanced controller of its type available, retaining many of its old features but with a number of new features never seen before.
The new controller will have updated computer interface connections, new remote control software and a completely revamped controller interface. As we get closer to a release date, I will begin to reveal images and specifications.
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THE #2001-10 DigiFire 10 TEMPERATURE SENSING CONTROLLER
DIGITAL TEMPERATURE SENSING, 6 OUTPUTS
Features & Specifications:
- 100% digital operation.
- RFI (radio frequency interference) free. Absolutely necessary if you are into digital imaging!
- 6 outputs.
- 2 outputs programmable for temperature sensing. Set these two outputs to keep your chosen optical surfaces anywhere from 1° to 10° C above ambient temperature. (Only one optic sensor is included with the controller. Ambient air sensor in included). The remaining 2 programmable outputs can be programmed to operate on duty cycle. Or, use all 4 on duty cycle.
- All four outputs are programmable in duty cycle if you choose, from 0 to 100% in 10% increments.
- Low voltage cut-off (a Kendrick standard!). Protect your battery from being to deeply discharged
- Run 12 VDC accessories or heaters from the 2 dedicated 12 volt outputs. For example, run cooling fans, computerized setting circles, DewGuard secondary mirror heaters etc.
- Firmware upgradeable.
- Pulse Width Modulation duty cycle control.
- Reverse polarity protection.
- Mosfet transistors built on board (no voltage drops!) and on all outputs! Get the best possible performance out of your heaters!
- Brushed stainless steel case.
- Really simple to use!
- Dimensions: 5.5" L x 3" W x 1" H
- 1 Year warranty, including sensors
- Temperature sensors are calibrated in house by Kendrick.
- Includes 1 ambient temperature sensor, 1 optic sensor and Velcro tab.
- Temperature sensor cables made with cold flex cable (rated to -40°C).
Includes a velcro attachment so that the controller can be attached to scope, tripod, etc. An optional lanyard (#2002-LNYRD) is also available for anyone preferring to hang their controller or protect it from scratches, dings and nicks.
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| DIGIFIRE 7 CONTROLLER |
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THE #2001-7 DigiFire 7 CONTROLLER
DIGITAL 4 CHANNEL CONTROL, 6 OUTPUTS
Features & Specifications
- 100% digital operation.
- RFI (radio frequency interference) free. Absolutely necessary if you are into digital imaging!
- 6 outputs, four programmable, two at 12 volts constant.
- Each programmable output may be programmed individually in duty cycle from 0 to 100% in 10% increments.
- Low voltage cut-off (a Kendrick standard!). Protect your battery from being to deeply discharged.
- Run 12 VDC accessories or heaters from the 2 dedicated 12 volt outputs. For example, run cooling fans, computerized setting circles, DewGuard secondary mirror heaters etc.
- Pulse Width Modulation duty cycle control.
- Reverse polarity protection.
- Mosfet transistors built on board (no voltage drops!) and on all outputs! Get the best possible performance out of your heaters!
- Brushed stainless steel case.
- Really simple to use!
- Dimensions: 5.5" L x 3" W x 1" H
- 1 Year warranty.
- Includes velcro tab.
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| Kendrick DigiFire 7 Controller |
| STANDARD DUAL CHANNEL CONTROLLER |
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NEW! THE STANDARD DUAL CHANNEL CONTROLLER
This controller has been introduced to replace our original, long standing Model VI controller. The Standard Dual Channel has a ton of new features but is really simple to use! As well, it can handle more power and use that power more efficiently! We are very excited about this newest addition to our Dew Remover System!
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Features & Specifications:
- Rugged Plastic Case with modern styling.
- Zero to 100% heater control.
- Fused onboard. Auto Reset.
- On board protection from over current, over temperature, over voltage.
- LED overcurrent indication at both outputs.
- 10 amp capacity (5 amps per channel).*
- 6' detachable fused Power cord. Cord is fused at 7 amps.
- Reverse polarity protected.
- On/off switch (no other dew controller on the market has this).
- RFI (radio frequency interference) free. A critical feature for astro imagers!
- Pulse Width Modulation duty cycle control.
- 4 outputs, 2 for each control knob.
- LED Power on indicator for both outputs.
- Low voltage cut-off control with LED indication (a Kendrick standard!).
- Mosfet transistors built on board and on EACH output (no voltage drops!). Get the best possible performance out of your heaters!
- Velcro attachment. Parts included.
- 12 VDC operation.
- Dimensions: 4" x 3" x 1.35" (1.75" with knobs).
- 1 Year warranty
* We have fused the power cord at 7 amps even though the controller is capable of amperages of 5 amps per channel (10 amps total). We do not recommend replacing the power cord fuse with a larger fuse as the power input socket is not rated for a higher amperage. |  |
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| MICRO FIRELITE CONTROLLER |
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NEW!
THE MICRO FIRELITE CONTROLLER
We are pleased to announce the introduction of our new Micro Firelite Controller!
The Micro FireLite Controller is designed for Astronomers and Astrophotographers who want the best in lightweight, compact, Grab'n'Go gear.
Despite its small size, this controller is not small in its performance or build quality. It is well built and well thought out.
This new version of the Micro controller comes with our standard RCA connectors. It will useable with our entire Premier and FireFly heater lines.
The controller has two slotted tabs that can be used to attach the supplied lanyard so that the controller may be hung from a convenient location. Velcro tabs are also provided if you prefer to "stick" the controller to your telescope or mount. Also, the mounting tabs are convenient for anyone who wants to mechanically mount the controller with screws to a Dobsonian telescope base, Dobsonian upper tube assembly, inside an eyepiece box or wherever else one may wish to mount the controller.
It comes with our standard one year parts and labour warranty.
TECH SPECS for the Micro Firelite controller are:
- ELECTRICAL SPECS: 12 vdc, 7 amps (capable of 10 amps).
- Single channel, two (2) RCA outputs.
- Digital control. Programmable in 10% increments from 0 to 100%.
- On/Off push button control.
- LED Power status indication.
- Low voltage cut-off control. (a Kendrick standard!)
- RFI Clean. A must for CCD imagers!
- One button control. Very Simple!
- Pulse Width Modulation duty cycle control.
- Reverse polarity protected (a Kendrick standard!).
- Fused on board with Auto Reset. (the power cord is fused as well)
- Removable 6' (2 meter) power cable. (a 7 amp Fuse is in the tip of the plug on the power cable)
- Weight: 1.6 oz (36 grams)
- Dimensions (excluding tabs): 80mm x 40mm x 20mm (3.125" x 1.56" x .750")
(including tabs): 96mm x 40mm x 20mm (3.780" x 1.56" x .750")
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Anyone with our older style MICRO FireLite controller (keyfob version) will still be able to purchase the heaters for this controller. Heaters for the older controller, the Micro FireLite Heaters may be seen at the link. |
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| Kendrick Micro FireLite Controller |
| HOW TO USE THE SYSTEM |
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We recommend that you put your heaters in place at the beginning of an observing session and turn your controller on right away. If you are using Premier Heaters, or heaters for Newtonian or RC Telescopes, we recommend a controller setting that represents about 20 to 40% If you are using FireFly or MICRO FireLite Heaters, we recommend a setting of about 60 to 80%.
If moisture has already condensed on your optics, we recommend covering the optics, turning the heaters on high and waiting 20 to 30 minutes. Once the moisture has cleared, lower your controller setting and resume observing.
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| POWER REQUIREMENTS |
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Our dew control systems require 12 volts DC. If you are using a battery to run the system, we recommend a 5 amp hour battery as a minimum. If you want to run the system from a wall plug, you will need a step down converter with a minimum output of 5 amps. For information on the power systems we offer for our systems, please click here.
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| 120 Volt Converter |
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