PicoPro (160)

Getting Started

If you aren't sure how to connect to the device please see Getting Started.

Power Input

The PicoPro can run on 9 to 24 VDC. The two PWR -/+ terminals and the barrel connector are internally connected together. You can power the unit from either location, or you can power using a barrel connector and borrow that power for a sensor using the screws.

You must make sure your power supply can output enough power for your loads. To calculate the watts you need add up the watts for all the loads that will be on at any given time, then add 1 for the PicoPro if you're not using the amp, 10-40 if you are.

Input Wiring

The PicoPro has two optically-isolated inputs that can be connected in any polarity making them compatible with a huge variety of sensors.

Button, Switch, Pressure Pad
If you only have one just ignore the wires for the second button.

Motion Sensor
The motion sensor must be 12 VDC, not one made for outdoor floodlights.

NPN Sensor
There may also be a mode wire to select normally on/off behavior - see sensor manual.

PNP Sensor
There may also be a mode wire to select normally on/off behavior - see sensor manual.

Relay Output Beam Sensor
Wire colors may vary by manufacturer. Compare with legend.

For even more input wiring diagrams please see Wiring Diagrams.

Output Wiring

The PicoPro has up to eight solid-state outputs. These outputs are great for reliably controlling low voltage DC loads like solenoids, relays, maglocks, or LEDs. When turned on, these outputs output whatever voltage is connected to the power input (12 or 24 VDC). Each output can handle 2.5 amps.

Any 12/24 VDC Device
Make sure the device voltage matches your power supply voltage.

AC Relay
High Voltage devices must be controlled using a relay.

Recording Animation

Animation can be recorded using a phone, computer, or the buttons on the unit. Instructions below are for recording manually using the buttons. For information on recording using the apps or cloud please see here.

Recording with the Buttons

The outputs on the PicoPro are split into two banks: Outputs 1-4 in one, outputs 5-8 in the other. You can record all four outputs, just one, or anything in between. As you record outputs in one bank, any output animation in the other bank will play.

NOTE: The scene will only shorten if ALL outputs in the current bank are enabled. If you do NOT want to extend the scene past its current length then be sure to have 3 outputs or less enabled for recording at any given time.

Recording

1. Tap REC, the REC LED should turn red.
2. Tap or hold the 1-4 buttons to control the outputs.
3. Tap REC to stop recording.
4. Tap 4 to preview your recording.

Triggering after Recording

The trigger inputs are disabled temporarily while you are recording or previewing animation. This is done to prevent someone else from triggering the scene while you are making changes. The trigger inputs will re-arm after 1 minute, or after you press 4 to preview the scene and let it play to the end. If you try to trigger the scene while the inputs are disabled you'll see the REC LED flash yellow.

Selecting an Output Bank

• Hold REC. The LEDs will begins to alternate between outputs 1-4, 5-8, and inputs 1-2.
• Let go when the 5-8 LEDs are on to select outputs.
• If you want to record only one or two outputs, quickly tap the buttons for the outputs you do NOT want to record to turn them off. Once you've tapped a button it won't move banks, you can take your time and disable/enable outputs as needed.
• Tap REC to record, only the outputs with LEDs that were ON will record, the other ones will play back.

Layering Outputs

1. To record only one output at a time hold REC until the output LEDs turn on.
2. Quickly tap one of the four output buttons to toggle that output on or off for recording.
3. Let go of REC when you're done enabling / disabling outputs.
4. Tap REC to record, only the output LEDs that were ON will record, the other ones will play back.

Selecting Record Scene

1. Hold REC until the output LEDs turn on, keep holding a few more seconds until one or more input LEDs turn on.
2. Quickly tap 1, 2, or 3 to select the scene you want to record. The selected scene is indicated on the input LEDs.

Button	Scene	Input LEDs
1	Input 1	1
2	Input 2	2
3	Idle	1 & 2

1. Let go of REC when you're done.

Leaving an Output On

If you want an output to stay on at the end of the scene you will need to enable the Persist Outputs option in the Scene Control configuration for that scene.

Configuration Options

To configure the device or scene options for a PicoPro visit the Configuration tab in the app or on the website. For an explanation of each configuration option please see Pico Configuration.

Specifications

Attribute	Value
Part Number	162
Power Input	9-24 VDC
Current Consumption	50mA (no outputs)
Trigger Inputs	5-24 VDC
Trigger Current	2mA @ 5v 5mA @ 12V 11mA @ 24V
Output Voltage	Same as Power Input
Output Current	2.5A Max per Output

Factory Reset

Factory resetting the unit will erase all settings and animation and remove the device from the cloud. It will need to be re-adopted next time it connects to the cloud.

1. Unplug the unit.
2. Hold the REC button while powering up the unit.
3. Status LED should turn RED.
4. After about 10 seconds Status LED should start flashing, you're done.
5. Let go of REC and power cycle the unit.

Troubleshooting

Number	Color	Reason
1		Connecting to Access Point
2		Connected to WiFi, getting IP
3		Received IP, connecting to cloud
steady		Connected to cloud

If you're experiencing issues with your PicoPro, please contact support@showmatic.io.