An MP3 Stereo Audio Controller, that when triggered by optional remote relays or manual switches connected to the remote switch input board will cause the player to play back 1 to 10 MP3 files that are stored on a USB flash device (USB flash drive not included). These MP3 files can be of any size up to the capacity of the USB flash device. You can have any number of files up to 10 on the flash device. Board operates from 9 VDC @ 0.5 Amp Power Supply.

There are 3 modes of operation provided ­ Manual, Sequential and Random channel selection.

Manual mode: any channel 1 - 10 can be played back by selecting one of the remote manual switches corresponding to the sound channel. The board will wait until the file has finished playing before it can be activated again.

Sequential Mode: the player will play the files back sequentially from file000.mp3 to file009.mp3 (or whatever your last file is), one file at a time each time the board is triggered. After the board has played the last file, it will go back to file000.mp3 and start over.

Random Mode: the control board will pick one of the files to play back at random. The board microprocessor will pick a new file each time the board is triggered. The board will wait until the file has finished playing before it can be activated again.

1/8" miniplug audio output jack


( USB flash drive, power supply, audio cables, relays, switches and audio speaker / amp not included )

..Advanced Operating / Setup Instructions

Note: SanDisk USB Drive Recommended

Here is a very simple audio controller that when triggered by pressing the single on-board button or by dry contact closure at the trigger terminal, will cause the player to play back 1 to 255 MP3 files that are stored on a USB flash device (USB pen drive not included). These MP3 files can be of any size up to the capacity of the USB flash device. You can have any number of files up to 255 on the flash device. Unique setup allows USB-MP3 Module to be mounted in box, cabinet for easy access to USB and Audio Jack ports. Board operates from 9 VDC @ 0.5 Amp Power Supply

There are 2 modes of operation provided ­ Sequential and Random.

In Sequential Mode, the player will play the files back sequentially from file000.mp3 to file254.mp3 (or whatever your last file is), one file at a time each time the board is triggered. After it has played the last file, it will go back to file000.mp3 and start over. Player can restart playback from last file played before power was turned off, or you can restart back at audio file 1.

In Random Mode, it will pick one of the files to play back at random. It will pick a new file each time the board is triggered. The board will wait until the file has finished playing before it can be activated again.

Remote Sensor boards can be added to trigger the audio playback board automatically, or manual switch can be used to start playback

This MP3 controller can be used in a prop, with an animatronic character, puppets, information display exhibit , at museums, zoos, as public information boards and other areas to play very high quality stereo audio sound every time it is activated.

( power supply, speaker, remote amp, switch, audio cables, USB flash drive - not included )

RF Video Switcher
Board Size approx.
5-5/8" L x 4-5/8" W x1-1/4" H

RF Handheld Remote
3-3/8" L x 1-1/2" W x 5/8" H


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This board were designed to allow a user the option of selecting 1-6 video inputs and several enhancements through a wireless RF handheld remote system.

Using the small RF handheld wireless remote the use can select one of the 1-6 video channel and have it sent to a single video output jack. Using the RF handheld remote the user can also cycle through the inputs sequentially, or select an automatic sweep, where each channel is activated for several seconds and then moves on to the next channel. The sweep speed can be adjusted by an on-board potentiometer to cycle very fast or long delays between switching video channels.

The RF handheld remote can be used at a distance of up to 75 feet away from the video switcher board.

Green LED's show which video channel input control has been selected and is active.

There is a Solid State relay on the board that activates as soon as a relay dry contact closure or manual switch is applied to the input terminal for the relay. A Red LED indicates when the SS relay is activated. (Solid State Relay rated for 2 Amps)

Board can operate from 7-12 Vdc

Board will control the video from 1-6 camera's with on-board selector switch to set the number of video cameras connected. Controller will take 1-6 cameras and apply control enhancements based on the number of camera's activated.

Video switch board can be combined with optional wireless video transmitting system to make a remote video monitoring system.

Wire Terminal Input Blocks (6)
Wire Terminal Output Block (1)
Board power needed: 9VDC at 1 Amp.


( Camera's, cables, RF video transmitters, video RF receivers, power supply, hookup wire not included )

Setup Overview

Wireless1 Channel R/C Servo Controller.
Using the handheld RF Transmitter, you can control 1-R/C servo and it's movements.

RF 8 Ch Transmitter
RF 1 Ch Receiver board
RF/ Servo Switch Board
1-Ch Servo Driver Board

( Power Supply, R/C Servos, not included )

Manual operated mini servo driver board will move a R/C servo in response to hand held remote slide / rotary position potentiometer input or direct switch activation.

Specifications:
1 - channel manual servo control.
Servo output: Standard 1msec to 2msec PWM pulses.
Servo Travel positions: A-B, Travel limits can be easily set.
(A-Left, Center, B-Right) or (B-Left, Center, A-Right)
R/C Servo- quick pin header connection.
Wire terminal block for remote potentiometer, switch or remote relay control.
Standard Servo Travel 0 - 180 Degrees
Quick Power connection - 2.1 x 5mm Power Jack
Operates from 7-9 Vdc @ 1 Amp power supply
Note: Controller board requires potentiometer or switch for operation. (Controller can be connected to remote relays, joystick, wireless RF systems also)

( Board uses a 5 - 10K ohm potentiometer)
( Power Supply, not included.)
( Remote potentiometer, switch not included )
( R/C servo not included )

This unique BPE exclusive controller uses a pre-programmed PIC Microprocessor to manually drive up to 4 model / hobby R/C servo motors simultaneously from 2 on board mini joysticks. On-board mini joysticks move the corresponding servo motor over their full travel range when moved. Controller also has on-board Solid State Relay controlled by micro push button switch. Small board design, entire board fits into the palm of your hand!

Solid State State Relay rated 30Vdc @ 2 Amp.
3- Pin Headers for quick servo connection.
Quick power connector on-board. Center positive 2.5mm jack.
On-board Mini Joysticks - 2 axis control per unit.
Each mini joystick controls 2 servos.
( 4 servos - 2 joysticks ).
Master power On and Off switch and status LED.
Relay On and Off status LED and quick connection wire terminal block with SS Relay - COM and NO connections.
Small Board size : 3-7/8" L x 2-1/2" W x 1" H.

Requires 5 Volt dc @ 2 Amp power supply.
Servo motors , Power supply - Not included.

Main Board Size:
4-1/2" L x 4-3/4" x 1" H

Remote Flex Sensor / Control
Board Size:
3" L x 2-3/4" x 1/2" H

Flex / Bend Sensor Size:
5" L x 1/2"W
Lead Wire/ Wire Terminal Block
3" wire- Block: 1/2"w x 3/8" W

Application and Connection
Setup Overview

This board was designed to allow the use of Flex Sensors or 10K pots to control 4 servo motors.

The Flex Sensors or pots are connected to a remote interface board which is in turn connected to the main board via an 6 foot ribbon cable.

The minimum and maximum limits of movement for each servo can be programmed and are stored in non-volatile memory.

There is also a SS relay that is activated by a toggle switch (also connected to the remote board).

The board has separate power entries for board power and servo power with the ability of using a remote switch to turn either on or off. Both remote boards have LED indicators that show the presence of board power and servo power.

The user also has the ability to record and playback up to 10.5 minutes of servo and relay activity.


( Power supply, servos, potentiometers not included )

Board Size:
4-1/2" L x 4-3/4" x 1" H

Application and Connection
Setup Overview

This board was designed to allow the independent programming and playback of 4 RC servos and 2 SS relays. Two program routines can be stored and played back at the pressing of a remote switch. Additionally, there are 2 SS relays that are manually controlled.

Controller board can be started / stopped along recorded routines
Optional Emergency bail out routine can be recorded for quick stage exits, or events not pre planned.

All programs are stored on non-volatile on-board EEPROM. The board requires 2 separate power sources ­ one to power the electronics on the board (7.5 ­ 24V, 100 mA) and one to power the servos (voltage and current dependent upon the servos used). Minimum and maximum servo limits can be programmed in and stored on the board as well. The min and max limits programmed in for each servo applies for both routines. Jumpers on the board are used to set programming mode, playback, routine and select servo.

Board can be combined with optional RF remote for wireless control of playback routines by ventriqulist / puppeteer.

( Power supplies, switches RF Module, servos not included )

Main Controller Board Size:
4-1/2" L x 4-1/28" x 1" H

Remote Potentiometer Board Size:
3-1/2" L x 1-3/8" x 1/2" H

Remote Switch Board Size:
4-3/4" L x 1-3/4" x 1/2" H

(9VDC) for the controller is required
(5VDC) for the servos is required

Application and Connection
Setup Overview

This unique board set was designed to allow the use of either switches and/or potentiometers to manually remote control 4-servo motors and 1-Remote Solid State 2 Amp Relay. The switches or potentiometers are located on small remote boards that are connected to the main board via an 8 foot ribbon cable.
The minimum and maximum limits of movement for each servo can be programmed and are stored in non-volatile memory. There is also a Solid State relay that is activated by a toggle switch (also on the remote boards). The master control board has separate power entries for board power and servo power with the ability of using a remote switch to turn either on or off. Both remote switch and potentiometer boards have LED indicators that show the presence of board power and servo power.

Boards can be stacked to create an expanding servo control setup ( Two boards= 8 servo control, Three boards = 12 servo control, Four boards stacked = 16, ect ).
Control Boards can also be stacked to have one master board operated by switches another master board operated by potentiometers stacked together as one set. This unique design allows for easy development of a WALDO or puppeteer type interface setup.
Master control board requires Switch or Potentiometer board.
Separate power (9VDC) for the controller and a separate power (5VDC) for the servos is required

(Power Supplies, Potentiometer Board, Remote Switch Board, Servos not included )

The Joystick Servo Controller is a dual channel servo controller capable of direct manual servo, relay control and with recording option of up to 13 minutes of servo and relay action, interfaced to a standard game joystick.

The board features loop playing with variable delay, synchronized playback, can be linked with several other boards for multiple servo applications, has servo movement limit setting and a single relay channel output.

Joystick forward and backwards controls servo one motions.
Joystick left and right controls servo two motions.
Thumb button = playback / recording
Trigger button = relay ON/Off control.

Pressing down and holding the Thumb button will activate the record option where joystick / servo motion is recorded to an on-board EEPROM for playback up to 13 minutes.
Playback motion can be later activate by pressing the finger button, anytime, even between manually servo control.
Board power is provided by plug-in wall unit, or optional mobile power supply and will operate both joysticks and servos.
Programmable Servo, Relay Recording time - 13 Minutes.

NOTE: Analog Joystick with DB-15 connector required. Will not work with new USB type joysticks.
( 9 Volt dc Power supply, Servos and Joystick not included )

Joystick Adapter Kits- Build Your Own Joystick Interface
( Joystick, power supply, servos, not included )

Puppet 3 Manual

Joystick Controller Document

Joystick Controller Applications

Product Video



Puppeteer 3 Micro Joystick Interface Module

Wireless 4 Channel R/C Servo Controller.
Using the handheld RF Transmitter, you can control 1-4 R/C servos and there movements.

RF 4 Ch Transmitter
RF 4 Ch Receiver board
RF/ Servo Switch Board
4-Ch Servo Driver Board

( Power Supply, R/C Servos, not included )

Unique board will control 24 LEDs by remote activation.
Board has input connection for remote switching activation by relays, switches or controller board.
Each Switch Bank will control 8 LED's, three switched banks available
LED Wire terminal blocks for quick connection
LED's require voltage drop resistance when connected to board.
Resistors not on control board.
Board requires 9 Vdc @2 Amp Power supply



( Power supply, LED's not included )

This unique controller was designed to control 10 externally connected LEDs, LED Strips or Lights in one of 8 modes (patterns) by Remote Control. For the patterns that have adjustable times, the rate at which the patterns run is set by the Rate Pot located on the Remote Switch Board. Power to the board (Battery) is connected via the 2.1mm barrel connector or via the adjacent 2-position terminal block, Power to the board is turned on and off by either the small power switch or a remote switch attached to the Remote Switch terminal block. There are on-board LEDs that indicate when each channel is active. The modes are selected by manually pressing the appropriate Mode Switch on the Remote Switch Board that is connected to the Main Board via a 6 foot ribbon cable, or this can also be connected to an optional RF Wireless Transmitter and Receiver set, a DMX Wireless Controller, Stage Control Console, or operated by Off Stage Director / Dance Cordinator. Once a mode is selected, it will remain selected even if power is cycled to the board.

Modes:
There are 8 modes available. Note: Other custome routines can be programmed by BPE into this controller. Contact BPE for informatiion.

The current modes are as follows:

Mode 1 ­ All Off
All channels are off.
Mode 2 ­ All On
All channels are on constantly. Note: Do not drive more than 2A max total in this mode.
Mode 3 ­ Strobe
All channels flash on and off continuously at a rate determined by the Rate Pot.
Mode 4 ­ Marquee Right to Left
Channels cycle on and off, one at a time from right to left at a rate determined by the Rate Pot.
Mode 5 ­ Marquee Left to Right
Channels cycle on and off, one at a time from left to right at a rate determined by the Rate Pot.
Mode 6 ­ Cylon
Channels flash from 1 ­ 10 and then 10 to 1, back and forth continuously at a rate determined by the Rate Pot.
Mode 7 ­ Knight Rider Effect
Channels raster 5 ­ 1 and 6 ­ 10 repeatedly at a rate determined by the Rate Pot.
Mode 8 ­ Random Flash
Channels 1 ­ 10 randomly flash at a rate determined by the Rate Pot.

Board requires 12 Vdc @2 Amp Power supply
Each output channel can drive 2 Amps.

( Power supply, LED's not included )

Please contact Blue Point Engineering to discuss other light effects you need programmed into the controller board.

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Main CPU Board Size:
2-3/4" Long x 2-1/8" Wide x 1" High

LED (2) Board Size:
1-1/8" Long x 1/2" Wide x 3/8" High

Power Adapter Board Size:
1" Long x 7/8" Wide x 3/8" High

CDS Sensor Board Size:
7/8" Long x 1/2" Wide x 1-1/4" High

Power Supply
7-24 V DC @ 100 mAmp Power Supply ..

Board is pre-assembled and tested.

Application Example - Robot Head

Example Setup

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This Microprocessor controlled board was designed to produce 15 different light effects via 2 Bi-Color LEDs. A shadow moving across a CDS cell will trigger the selected effect. Once triggered, the effect will last for a period of time determined by the Cycle Time Potentiometer which can be up to 30 seconds long. The rate at which the effect occurs (i.e., flashing, fading) is determined by the Rate Potentiometer. Every time an effect is triggered, a 80 mS pulse occurs at the Synch Output terminal block. This can be used to trigger another board. All connections to the board are through small daughter boards. The board requires a 7.5 to 24V DC, 100 mA power supply.

Mode 1: Two LED's will strobe RED when activated.
Mode 2: Two LED's will strobe GREEN when activated.
Mode 3: Two LED's will fade RED up and down.
Mode 4: Two LED's will fade GREEN up and down.
Mode 5: One LED will strobe GREEN and the other will strobe RED.
Mode 6: One LED will fade up and down GREEN and the other LED will fade up and down RED.
Mode 7: LEDs will alternate strobing RED
Mode 8: LEDs will alternate strobing GREEN.
Mode 9: LEDs will alternate strobing RED and then GREEN.
Mode 10: One LED will strobe RED while the other LED fades up and down GREEN.
Mode 11: LEDs will fade up RED and then stay on for one minute and then fade down.
Mode 12: Both LEDs will come on RED, stay on for the set Cycle Time, then flash 3 times, stay on for another Cycle Time and then go off.
Mode 13: Both LEDs will come on GREEN, stay on for the set Cycle Time, then flash 3 times, stay on for another Cycle Time and then go off.
Mode 14: LED's fade up RED, then fade to ORANGE, then to GREEN and then fades off.
Mode 15: One LED fades up RED, then fades to ORANGE, then to GREEN and then fades off while the other fades up GREEN, then fades to ORANGE, then to RED and then fades off.
Mode 16: In this mode, each time the board is triggered, it cycles through each of the 15 modes one at a time.


( Power Supply , Connection Wires not included )

1-Channel 40 LED light module
Will Turn ON / OFF 40 LEDs when connected to RF Receiver and RF Transmitter system. Board can be stacked in cube format for a smaller footprint, box enclosure, or mounted.
Ribbon quick connectors, Power switch and pass through DIP switches on-board. RF Pass thought so other add-on boards or LED Light boards can be connected together. Pass through connection allows for all 8 channels.

System requires 12 VDC @ 5 Amp power supply.

LED's are high brightness water clear type.

LED's available in White, Red, Green and Blue.

( Power Supply, RF Transmitter / RF Receiver, not included )

Unique board will control 6-Strobe LED's, 6-Fading LEDs, and 8-Switched On and Off LED's by remote activation.
Board has input connection for remote switching activation by relays, switches or controller board.
Each Switch Bank will control one effects section
LED Wire terminal blocks for quick connection
Board requires 9 Vdc @2 Amp Power supply



( Power supply, LED's not included )

Unique board will control 6-Beacon LED's, 10-Chasing LEDs by remote activation.
Board has input connection for remote switching activation by relays, switches
or controller board.
Each Switch Bank will control one effects section.
LED Wire terminal blocks for quick connection
Board requires 9 Vdc @2 Amp Power supply



( Power supply, LED's not included )

Small Twin LED Strobe boards with remote LED's
You adjust the flash rate of each strobe board with the on-board potentiometers
.
High output 5mm LED's on remote LED board, that strobe ON and Off from near OFF to full all ON.

On-board Power Switch with Red LED power on indicator

Powered by 9 Vdc Battery

Mix or Match LED colors in circular pattern
( Red, Green, Yellow, White, Blue )

Control Board is 1-1/2" L x 1-1/8" W
LED Board is 1-1/8" L x 7/8" W with 8 - 5mm LED's
8" cables between Control board and LED Boards.

Optional LED Strobe Boards are available, in Rectangular, and In-Line LED patterns.

( 9 Vdc battery not included )
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Pocket Size

R/C Controller and Valve



Example Hookup and Applications

Mini C02 System to power pneumatic Wearable Special Effects Devices.

System comes with Regulator, R/C Programmable Valve Controller Board, Remote 3-Way Pneumatic Valve and basic hookup hoses.

Regulator can use cylinder sizes, 25, 88, 567 gram CO2 cylinders.
NOTE: a C02 Cylinder is not included but can be purchased locally at most hobby shops, paintball, sporting stores, home remodeling, hardware stores.
Some CO2 cylinder sizes will require adapters to fit mini Regulator
(Due to shipping safety laws, cylinders can not be shipped)



MINI REGULATOR:
Adjustable, with PSI gauge 60 psi max outlet pressure, 1/8"NPT female outlet, 5/8"-18UNF inlet, Anodized Aluminum body with brass and stainless steel
The regulator accepts standard 88 gram CO2 cartridges without an adapter. With the 25g adapter, the regulator will accept 25 gram CO2 cartridges and with the 567g adapter, the regulator will accept the larger paintball CO2 cylinders like the 20 ounce, 567gram cylinder.

Optional Cylinder Adapters



R/C Servo Pneumatic Valve

The Mini Regulator is connected by supply hose to the unique R/C servo operated - Single-Acting 3-way valve.
The valve Runs directly from R/C receiver, Wizard, or Puppet boards, no interface, linkage or servo needed. Valve activation point ON and OFF default can be set. This valve can also be used to operate larger pilot-operated valves, Props, Robot modules, air cylinders, noise effect modules, or any where you need programmable air control. PC board can be split with the valve at a different location than the controller electronics.

Board Size. 3-7/8" L x 2-5/8" W x 1-3/8" H
Valve rated at 120 PSI.
12 Vdc power required

(12 Vdc power supply, R/C receiver, Wizard Puppet controllers, servo wire lead not included )

Cylinder - B : Without an adapter, the mini regulator accepts 88 gram CO2 cartridges (available from WalMart and paintball stores). NOTE: Cylinder must have threaded neck style.

Cylinder - C : With the 25g adapter, the regulator will accept 25 gram CO2 cartridges (available from bicycle shops). Cylinder must have threaded neck style.

Cylinder - A : With the 567g adapter, the regulator will accept the larger paintball CO2 cylinders like the 20 ounce, 567gram cylinder, which are refillable at a local paintball store.

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R/C Controller and Valve

Example Hookup and Applications

C02 Regulator
Adjustable C02 Regulator
Air Gauge
10 Foot Hose
Belt Clip
Quick Connectors
Can use 9.0 oz or 20 oz CO2 cylinders (Not Included)

R/C Servo Pneumatic Valve
The CO2 Regulator is connected by supply hose to the unique R/C servo operated - Single-Acting 3-way valve.
The valve Runs directly from R/C receiver, Wizard, or Puppet boards, no interface, linkage or servo needed. Valve activation point ON and OFF default can be set. This valve can also be used to operate larger pilot-operated valves, Props, Robot modules, air cylinders, noise effect modules, or anywhere you need programmable air control. PC board can be split with the remote connected valve at a different location than the controller electronics.

Board Size. 3-7/8" L x 2-5/8" W x 1-3/8" H
Valve rated at 120 PSI.
12 Vdc power required

(12 Vdc power supply, R/C receiver, Wizard Puppet controllers, servo wire lead not included )

CO2 Cylinder Info:

Pneumatic Cylinders - 9 oz = 3.5 lbs
Pneumatic Cylinders - 20 oz = 4.75 lbs

Handy sprayer can be filled with most liquids from plain water to scented air for use as special effects delivery system

Pressurize can using any conventional air source, including a bicycle pump or air compressor.

16 oz. capacity

Optional R/C servo controlled air valve attached to valve sprayer

Optional Valve Controller Board

Unique system will blow Air and Fog together to create unique special effects.

Can be used as dragons breath, high pressure steam effect, machine failure effect, escaping gasses, just about any where a unique gas, air looking effect is needed.

Small 12 Volt DC powered pump for moving fluids.

12 Vdc operated electric pump
16 psi Water Pressure
135 ml per minute pumping action
2.1 amp operating current
3.5 amp motor start amp
Self-priming electric pump
Pump Mounting Bracket

Pump comes with connection tubing, electrical hook up wire, tube adapter, plastic tube "T"






Servo Controlled Pump - Switched On/ Off Board
Connect the Servo Controlled Switch Board to your R/C receiver or any Wizard Board Servo output and have the option of switching ON and OFF the mini fluid pump. Board will switch 12Vdc directly through on-board Power connercter wire terminal to the Solid State Relay and over to the Pump Motor.
Control board electronics is powered directly from R/C receiver or servo output, with quick connector and wire terminal block for easy set-up and control.

Power supply not included.

Hand Held Transmitter:
Type: RF radio(315MHz)
Transmitting Distance: 200m
Supply Power: 27A12V Battery
Encode: Fixed code, Soldering.
4 - Channel Soft Button
Expanding Antenna (1-3/8" long)

Receiver Module:
Type: RF radio (315MHz)
Operating voltage: DC12V
Decode: Fixed code, Soldering
Control Type: Momentary
Relay: 3A 24VDC / 3A 120VAC

( 12VDC Power supply for Receiver not included )

Wireless 8 Channel MP3 Audio Playback controller
Using the handheld RF Transmitter, any of 1-8 channels of MP3 Audio can be selected for playback form the 8 Channel MP3 playback board.

There are 3 modes of operation provided ­ Sequential, Random and Individual Channels 1-8 selection for playback.

MP3 Player
An MP3 Stereo Audio Controller, that when triggered by RF remote switch input board will cause the player to play back 1 to 8 MP3 files that are stored on a USB flash device (USB flash drive not included). These MP3 files can be of any size up to the capacity of the USB flash device. You can have any number of files 1 to 8 remote control or 1 to 10 audio files under sequence or random playback on the flash device. Board operates from 9 VDC @ 0.5 Amp Power Supply

(Power Supply, Sound Source, USB drive, Audio Cable, Audio Amp, and Speakers not included)

Note: SanDisk USB Drive Recommended

Here is a very simple audio controller that when triggered by pressing button number one on the wireless handheld RF Transmitter, will cause the player to play back 1 to 10 MP3 files that are stored on a USB flash device (USB pen drive not included). These MP3 files can be of any size up to the capacity of the USB flash device. You can have any number of files up to 10 on the flash device. Unique setup allows USB-MP3 Module to be mounted in box, cabinet for easy access to USB and Audio Jack ports. RF Remote control channels 2-8 are available and can be assigned to other applications / devices / boards if needed.

Power Requirements - 9 Vdc @ 0.5 Amp
1/8" mini plug audio output jack

There are 2 modes of operation provided ­ Sequential and Random.

In Sequential Mode, the player will play the files back sequentially from file000.mp3 to file009.mp3 (or whatever your last file is), one file at a time each time, when triggered by pressing button number one on the RF Transmitter, After the controller has played the last file, it will go back to file000.mp3 and start over.

In Random Mode, it will pick one of the files to play back at random. It will pick a new file each time, when triggered by pressing button number one on the RF Transmitter, The board controller will wait until the file has finished playing before it can be activated again by the RF hand held transmitter.

( Power supply, speaker, remote amp, switch, audio cables, USB flash drive - not included )

Small 2 - axis joystick module with spring center return.
Potentiometers are 10K Ohm.
Compact Size ( 20mm x 21mm x13mm)
Long Life 1 Million Cycle
Sturdy metal case with convenient PCB mounting tabs.
Potentiometers - 3 tab PCB mount
connection. ( + / - and W terminals )
PCB Mounting Terminals on Potentiometers
Maximum Operating Voltage = 5 VDC
Angle of Rotation - 60 Degrees
Rotational Torque - 153 ±102 gf-cm
Resistance Taper - Linear ±5%



Micro Joystick Module with Printer Circuit Board
Mini Wire Terminal Block

This speciality board allows the speed control of a high velocity fan, based on temperature changes / user needs in a custom integrated cooling distribution system within a user costume.

Control can be automatic where temperature is monitored by a remotely located temperature sensor or manually by pressing an on-board or remotely located switch.

There is a slide switch on the board that sets the operation mode. The fan will operate at 3 speeds ­ Low, Medium, and High. In automatic mode, speed is selected by temperature.

In manual mode, the speeds are cycled to the next speed every time the Speed Switch is pressed. The remote temperature sensor is attached to the board via a 6-foot cable.

In automatic mode, the fan will run at slow speed when the temperature is less than X degrees F, medium speed when the temperature is between X and X degrees F and at high speed when the temperature is greater than X degrees F.
The board can control a DC fan that draws 3A or less.

( Costume, Fan, Power supply, Control Switches, Cooling system - tubes / filter / distribution system not Included )

Material: Smooth Cast Urethane Resin - 70 D Hardness

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controller connected to
mobile battery power pack

Board Size:
3-3/4" L x 2-1/8" W x 1-1/2" H

Power Requirements:
9 Volt dc @1 Amp

Controller is
pre-assembled and tested.

Close up view of
Controller / Servo / Switches / Battery

3 Button Remote Switches
( Horizontal or Vertical )

Wing Mechanical Module

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This unique BPE exclusive small custom controller board was designed to operate a standard R/C servo in several user modes. Mode one is running the servo to a programmed minimum and maximum limit by the push of button 1 or 2. The user can activate button 3 to play back a previously recorded user sequence of servo movement (up to 15 minutes recorded time).

Three Buttons on the control board or remote buttons determine what the servo will do ­ (1) move to the minimum position, (2) move to the maximum position or to (3) continuously loop the user recorded sequence. On board potentiometer / program button and EEPROM allow user to record and store servo routine needed (15 minutes )

The servo is connected to the board either by the 3-pin servo connector or by the servo terminal block. The board requires a power source 7.5V dc to 9V dc at 800 mA or greater. Power can be hooked to the board either by a 2.1mm power connector or by the alternate power terminal wire block.

Example Application 1: " Moving Wings "
Servo Position 1 ( Switch-1 ) Fairy Wings Closed
Servo Position 2 ( Switch-2 ) Wings Fully Open
Servo Position 3 ( Switch-3 ) Wings moving back and forth in motion routine programmed by user.

Example Application 2: " Monster Jaw Mandible "
Servo Position 1 ( Switch-1 ) Mandible Closed
Servo Position 2 ( Switch-2 ) Mandible Fully Open
Servo Position 3 ( Switch-3 ) Mandible moving back and forth in an attack or eating effect.

Board can operate by battery power or standard wall power supply adapter

(7-12 Volt dc power supply, battery, switches, Servo and wing mechanical mechanism not included )

Charger connects directly to NiMH Battery Pack.
Charges NiMH Battery Pack fully in 4 - 8 hours.

FEATURES:
-Fast charges 8-15 (9.6-18V) cell NiMH battery packs
-Microprocessor controled negative delta peak detection circuit
-Thermal sensor while charging.
-115 Vac wall power plugin
-Automatically senses pack voltage
-Red/green LED charge indicator lights
-Selectable Charge rate .90amps or 1.8amps
-Automatic trickle charge mode: 50ma
-Typical charge time for a 5000mah pack 2.5 hours
-Connector: Power Plug Female 5.5 x 2.1 mm Center Positive

Female POWER PLUG
5.5mm x 2.1 mm Center Positive pin

9 v 5000mah 8 cell NiMH C Pack
8 x C - NiMH Flat Top Cell

Capacity:5000 mADischarge Rate:10 Amps

Height: 2.02"
Width: 2.02"
Length: 4.02"
Weight: 23.00 ounces

2.1 x 5.5mm Center Pin - Positive M Power Jack

Connects directly to NiMH Battery Charger or Controller Boards with 2.1 x 5.5 mm F power plug

12v 5000mah 10 cell NiMH C Pack
10 x C - NiMH Flat Top Cell
Capacity:5000 mADischarge Rate:20 Amps

Height: 1.03"
Width: 2.03"
Length: 5.03"
Weight: 32.00 ounces

2.1 x 5.5mm Center Pin - Positive M Power Jack

Connects directly to NiMH Battery Charger or Controller Boards with 2.1 x 5.5 mm F power plug

"Gut Buster" Is it a Space Alien, cramped parasitic creature or did you just eat the worm out of the wrong bottle of Tequila? Only your undertaker will know for sure! Each high quality 3-D Tee features detailed latex appliances that are mounted to these spooky shirts!
Worm is animatronic and moves Up/Down /Left/Right, Mouth Open/Close
Controlled by wireless RF hand held key fob module

The 3D Tee Shirt line is PERFECT for that last minute Halloween costume idea, or for an easy comfortable and fun costume.

Shirts are hand wash and are available in XL only.

Custom 3D "T" Shirts by KreationX Inc.

This chest cracking cranium is straight out of the grave and is ready to rip through anyone in his way, He's Hot!

Skull is animatronic with Mouth Open/Close, Eye move Left/Right
LED Lighting Effect in eye socket.
Controlled by wireless RF hand held key fob module

Each high quality 3-D Tee features detailed latex appliances that are mounted to these spooky shirts! The 3D Tee Shirt line is PERFECT for that last minute Halloween costume idea, or for an easy comfortable and fun costume.

Shirts are hand wash and are available in XL only.

Custom 3D "T" Shirts by KreationX Inc.

Picture shows Animatronic Skirting
before Custom Painting, Finishing

YouTube Video
of Animatronic
Shirt Monster

This DIY quick, and easy to do kit allows you to build an animatronic monster that you can mount in a shirt, costume or prop.

Mechanical unit allows for 2-movements Up, Down and Mouth Open and Close.

Kit includes all mechanical parts, 1-R/C Servo, Servo controller, RF remote interface with hand held Key Fob and 12Vdc mini battery power supply.
Assembly and operation instructions.

(Shirt, Paint and Glue not included)

This unique DIY kit allows you to build an animatronic head on a stand for use in a prop, costume or mount on an optional hard hat where you can create a large giant, two-headed character, or even 8 foot high character, what every your imagination can dream up.

Mechanical unit allows head to move from Left, Center, Right, and Mouth Open and Close.

Unique Servo base module holds the head mechanical and allows for easy mounting.

Kit includes all mechanical parts, 2-R/C Servos, Servo controller, RF remote interface with hand held Key Fob and 12Vdc mini battery power supply.
Assembly and operation instructions.

(Hard Hat, Prop, costume, Paint and Glue not included)

Picture shows Animatronic Mech.
before Skirting, Custom Painting,
and Final Details

YouTube Video
of Animatronic
Hat Monster

This DIY unique, quick easy to do kit allows you to build an animatronic monster located in a hat, prop or costume.

Mechanical unit allows movement from Up, Down, Left, Right, Articulation rotation and Mouth Open and Close.

Unique Servo base module , allows the full unit to be moved to other locations as need in multiple prop use.

Kit includes all mechanical parts, 2-R/C Servos, Servo controller, RF remote interface with hand held Key Fob and 12Vdc mini battery power supply.
Assembly and operation instructions.

(Hard Hat, Paint and Glue not included)

Sample Book Pages

See YouTube Videos of
Animatronic Applications

Due to the large number of
request to have us do this
handbook sooner,
Volume 3 is currently
in development

This unique handbook is designed to introduce various applications and concepts used in Wearable Animatronics being used in the Entertainment and Haunted Industries.

The book covers Design Principles, Sound, Special Effects, Lighting, Mechanical Concepts, Basic Pneumatic Applications, Remote Control Transmitters and Receiver use, Electronic Control Boards, Remote Battery Use, User Safety, Costume, Mask finishing, dressing and detailing and how they apply to wearable animatronic items, like Hats, Shirts, Masks, Costumes and some hand props. Information on how to attach electronic boards, pneumatics and mechanical components to your wearable animatronic costume or mask are also discussed.

There are several wearable animatronic projects shown, that you can build, modify for your own applications from a simple wearable animatronic setup to more complex examples with sound, light and motion.

Information is shown in an easy to follow graphic format with pictures and many technical drawings and concept overviews.

Several professional applications and consumer off the shelf wearable animatronics with pictures and product details will be reviewed. These products are being used today by Hollywood, Theme Parks and major design companies who are creating wearable products for the entertainment, movie industry.

Readers can use this handbook to help setup there own applications through the sample technical drawings shown.

Handbook also showcases several Wizard, Puppet, Sound and unique controller boards, available off the shelf, all easily setup for wearable animatronics.

Around 105+ pages
Several Projects from simple to complex are showcased
All Pages color
Resource page with parts and source listing.
Paperback book bound with spiral comb.

What is Amp Hours

The amp-hour is a unit of battery energy capacity, equal to the amount of continuous current multiplied by the discharge time, that a battery can supply before exhausting its internal store of chemical energy. The Amp Hour rating tells you how much amperage is available when discharged evenly over a hour period. The amp hour rating is cumulative, so in order to know how many constant amps the battery will output for 20 hours, you have to divide the amp hour rating by 20. Example: If a battery has an amp hour rating of 75, dividing by 20 = 3.75. Such a battery can carry a 3.75 amp load for 20 hours before dropping to 10.5 volts. (10.5 volts is the fully discharged level, at which point the battery needs to be recharged.) A battery with an amp hour rating of 55 will carry a 2.75 amp load for 20 hours before dropping to 10.5 volts.If that rating is in milliamp hours, divide this rating by the load current in milliamps to estimate the operating time before the battery is depleted to some cut off voltage.
An amp-hour battery rating is only an approximation of the battery's charge capacity, and should be treated as an approximation level.

Battery Capacity Examples - Approximately +/-

2300 mAh hour stored power

0.5 Amp load will last approximately 275 minutes
1.0 Amp load will last approximately 138 minutes
5.0 Amp load will last approximately 25 minutes
10.0 Amp load will last approximately 13 minutes
20.0 Amp load will last approximately 6 minutes

NiMH Battery CAUTION
Safety Precautions:

Never dispose of batteries in a fire or expose to high temperature, they may rupture or explode.
Always dispose of batteries and cells in compliance with laws and regulations in your area
Do not disassemble the battery pack or modify the battery.
Use correct charger type when charging batteries. ( Use chargers with battery safety features when possible)
Always provide adequate ventilation when charging batteries.
Do not apply a strong force to the battery or throw, drop it This may cause leakage or heat generation.
Do not remove or damage the plastic coating tube around the battery or battery pack. This makes it easy for the battery to short-circuit and may cause leakage or heat generation.
If conditions, such as odor, leakage, cracks, deformation on the battery pack, stop using the battery immediately.
Use caution when operating battery around fabrics or materials that can catch fire. Make sure battery is isolated from all flammable materials.
Use caution when operating battery around skin. Make sure battery is isolated as not to touch any skin areas.
If the battery operated hot, stop using the battery immediately.
Store the battery out of reach of all small children. (Adult supervision at all times when using batteries)
Battery contains an alkaline fluid. If this fluid comes in contact with skin or clothes, it may cause damage to the skin, so immediately wash exposed area with clean water, and discard battery properly
If leaked battery liquid gets into eyes, flush eyes thoroughly with clean water at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids until no evidence of the chemical remains. Seek medical attention immediately.
Do not under any circumstances insert the batteries with the positive and negative poles reversed.
Do not directly solder to the battery.
Do not use the battery if it shows signs of leakage, a change of color or shape or any other changes in appearance.
Do not get the battery wet or use it in water or sea water. This may lead to the battery generating heat or rusting.
When not using the battery, or not using the device for a prolonged period, remove the battery from the device and store it in a dry place between the temperatures of -20C and +35C.
Do not leave battery powered devices switched "on" after the batteries are exhausted. Battery leakage may occur.
Store batteries in a cool, dry location. Avoid temperature extremes.
Never short circuit battery contact wires / leads.
Never charge a battery or cell in an gas tight enclosure.
Always wear eye protection when handling or working near batteries and cells.
The batteries are always "LIVE" with voltage and should be handled with caution.
Do not place the battery in direct sunlight, in hot cars, or leave in other hot places.
Charge battery in a well ventilated location away from any heat sources.
Charge battery with adult supervision at all time.
Do not allow battery to freeze or overheat when used in wearable vest or costumes.
Make sure battery is safely mounted securely in all wearable vests, costumes and props
Do not use battery as support in props.
Do not hard-wire, attach permanently battery into wearable vests, belts, costumes or props. Battery must be removable for recharging away from vests, belts, costumes or props always.
Do not charge battery while in vests, belts, costumes or props ever.