Description
PowerBox Cockpit SRS 4620 Replaced by the Mercury SRS & SR2
The PowerBox Cockpit SRS 4620 is identical in design and construction to the PowerBox Competition SRS, with the addition of one special feature: a freely programmable door sequencer for warbirds or jets.
SRS stands for Serial Receiver System: in contrast to conventional battery backer systems, servo information is transferred using a digital serial signal generated by the receiver. This reduces the number of connections required between the receiver and the PowerBox to a single cable. It is also a straightforward matter to connect a second receiver to the system, which then assumes complete control of the model without restriction if the first receiver should fail to pick up a signal. In the case of Spektrum and Jeti equipment additional receivers are not required; only the satellite receivers are connected to the Cockpit SRS.
The integral door sequencer in the cockpit is an in-house development by PowerBox Systems, and opens up entirely new territory in terms of programming facilities. The operation of the wheel doors is freely programmable, i.e. it is not restricted to pre-set sequences. In spite of the innumerable possible options which the door sequencer offers, all the set-up work can be completed in just a few minutes thanks to the software-based set-up assistant, which has been an integral feature of the sequencer since 2012.
The Cockpit SRS can output up to twelve channels, regardless of the radio control system with which it is used. Four of them are equipped with a servo-match function.
The purpose of servo-matching is to adjust the centre point, end-points and direction of rotation very accurately for each servo. This means that multiple servos connected mechanically to a single control surface can be fine-tuned to operate exactly in parallel, preventing the servos working against each other. They are able to develop their full power, and consume less current. Servo-matching can also extend the effective life of your servos enormously.
However, servo-matching also allows functions to be linked, avoiding the need for two channels at the transmitter. As an example: the left and right landing flaps can be operated using just one transmitter channel, as the direction of rotation and the servo end-points are adjusted at the Cockpit SRS. This saves channels, and in many cases makes the transmitter programming procedure much easier.
All the settings are programmed using the SensorSwitch in conjunction with the high-resolution OLED screen. All the menu points are displayed in full text form on the screen - rather than as abbreviations - which makes it much easier to understand the procedure.
The Cockpit SRS offers the option of a telemetry link with various radio control systems. This facility enables the pilot to view the voltage and residual capacity of both batteries on the transmitter's integral screen. The telemetry interface is simply connected to the receiver using a patch-lead; the TM1000 telemetry module is only required with Spektrum equipment. The receiver then sends the data directly to the transmitter screen. Alarms - such as battery failure - are also generated at the transmitter itself.
The high-resolution OLED screen displays the voltage and residual capacity of both batteries, as well as the output voltage actually present.
The Cockpit SRS delivers a regulated output voltage of 5.9 V or 7.4 V, making it a great choice for standard 6.0 V servos as well as HV systems. In both cases the constant output voltage ensures consistent running and extended effective life for your servos.
The PowerBox Cockpit SRS can be updated using the USB interface adapter. This means that future expansions - such as additional telemetry systems - can be loaded and used in just a few minutes.
Features
SRS: Serial Receiver System provides the facility to use receivers with serial interface: Spektrum DSM2 and DSMX (incl. X-Plus channels), Multiplex M-Link, Futaba S-Bus, HoTT, JR X-BUS and Jeti R-SAT2
Servo-Match function: servo centre, end-points and reverse for 4 channels and 8 servos
Door sequencer: six freely programmable outputs with set-up assistant
Unrestricted channel assignment for all PowerBox outputs
Graphic OLED screen with 128 x 64 pixels
Extremely user-friendly menu-based programming using the SensorSwitch
11+1 channels
Signal amplification and interference suppression for all 21 outputs
Flight recorder, recording of lost frames, fail-safe events and all battery data
Variable frame rate, range 9ms – 21ms
16-bit processor for fast, high-resolution signal processing
double-regulated output voltages for receivers and servos
regulated voltage with selection facility, 5.9V or 7.4V
Connection facilities for Futaba*, Jeti, Spektrum, HoTT and Multiplex MSB downlink bus systems
Direct transmission of battery voltage and capacity to the transmitter
Separate voltage and capacity display for each battery
Minimum value memory alerts the user to voltage collapses
Large-area heat-sinks for high regulator performance
Regulator monitoring, regulator error indicator
Support for three battery types: LiPo, NiMH / NiCd, LiFePo
Suppression of any servo feedback currents which may occur
Updateable with PowerBox Systems USB Interface connectors
Technical Data
Operating voltage 4.0V - 9.0V
Power supply 2S LiPo, 2S LiFePo, 5S NiCd/NiMH
Current drain Power-on state 130mA
Current drain Standby 15µA
Maximum load current Peak 2x20A
Drop-out voltage 0.3V
Output voltage 5.9V or 7.4V regulated
Signal input serial
Supported RC systems Spektrum, Futaba, HoTT, M-Link, Jeti, JR
Receiver redundancy SRS
Channels 11+1
Servo sockets 21
Programmable servo outputs 4 channels, 8 servos
Servo signal resolution 0.5µs
Signal frame rate 9ms, 12ms, 15ms, 18ms, 21ms
Screen OLED 128 x 64 pixels, graphic
Integral door sequencer yes
Supported telemetry systems Futaba*, Jeti, Spektrum, HoTT, M-Link
Dimensions 110 x 72 x 24 mm
Weight 115g
Weight Sensor Switch 15g
Temperature range -30°C to +75°C
4620
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