THE ULTIMATE PITCHING MACHINE
 The HomePlate machine can simulate almost any pitcher that you are likely to face. It can throw a 90 MPH fastball, followed by a 75 MPH curve, followed by a change-up, followed by a slider. And it can do it all automatically with only seven seconds between pitches. Put that scouting report on your next opposing pitcher to real use by programming his pitches into the HomePlate machine. Then select RANDOM pitch order to simulate that pitcher for a game-like practice. The HomePlate machine can also throw stored pitches in sequential order, or you can practice repeatedly against any individual pitch.
The programmable feature of the HomePlate machine opens up endless new possibilities for drills that target specific hitting skills. You can store up to eight different pitches in each of eight different programs (up to 64 total pitches). Here are just a few example programs:

Fastball Speed Program. Store a sequence of fastballs, for instance two fastballs at 65 MPH, followed by two at 70 MPH, followed by two at 75 MPH, followed by two at 80 MPH. Systematically builds skills and confidence to hit faster pitches.

Fastball Position Program. Store two low fastballs, followed by two belt-high fastballs, followed by two high fastballs. Builds full strike zone hitting skills.

Curveball Location Program. Store curveballs pitched in different locations, some in and some out of the strike zone. Improves pitch discrimination.

Random High/Low Fastball Program. Store one high fastball and one low fastball, and choose RANDOM pitch order. Improves hitter’s eye, and quickly uncovers strengths and weaknesses.

With the HomePlate machine the hitting drills you design are limited only by your imagination, not your equipment. It’s like having an incredibly accurate professional batting practice pitcher that never gets tired.


A WHOLE NEW BALL GAME
The HomePlate machine uses a patented three-wheel pitching mechanism that is more accurate than two wheels because it puts more gripping surface on the ball. It also features an innovative sound and light system designed to help batters time the pitches, as well as enhance safety. About two seconds prior to each pitch the HomePlate machine will beep, which warns everybody near the machine that a pitch is coming. Then the batter sees a sequence of three lights just above the ball exit point that gives him visual cues comparable to seeing a live pitching motion, as follows: Beep (the pitcher sets), red light blinks (the pitcher starts his motion), yellow light blinks (the pitcher winds up), green light blinks (the pitcher is about to release the ball), the ball is pitched.
 

HOMEPLATE
CONTROL PANEL
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PROGRAMMABILITY MADE SIMPLE
Storing a pitch in the HomePlate machine is as easy as 1-2-3.  
1
 Use the Create-A-Pitch™ controls to select the type of pitch, speed, and direction.
2
 Choose the PROGRAM and PITCH numbers where you want to store the pitch.
3
 Press STORE.

Using your stored pitch programs is also as easy as 1-2-3.  
1
 Select the PROGRAM number you want to use.
2
 Select REPEAT, SEQUENCE, or RANDOM pitch order.
3
 Select AUTOMATIC or SINGLE PITCH ball feed.

If a batter is practicing by himself, he would choose AUTOMATIC ball feed. When the SINGLE PITCH button is pressed only one pitch is thrown, which is useful when a coach wants more time between pitches for instruction. If a batter is having difficulty with a particular pitch, then select REPEAT pitch order to throw that pitch over and over again.

 
“ The HomePlate machine’s ability to throw different pitches one after another makes hitters stay back on the ball just like against real pitching, rather than just swing without any thought.“

 – Jerry Weinstein,
Former U.S. Olympic Asst. Baseball Coach“
The capability to simulate live pitching elevates the hitter’s concentration levels so they get more from each hitting session.“

– George Horton,
Head Baseball Coach, Cal-State Fullerton
 
HOMEPLATE CONTROL CENTER
 The HomePlate Control Center allows a user to control all the features of the HomePlate machine on a convenient control panel that can be placed near the batter's end of the cage. It also features a mechanical lockout feature that only allows the user to change only the program, pitch order, and ball feed functions. This makes it ideal for batting cage use in a commercial environment where the cage operator wants the user to have only limited control of the machine.

OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL
 An optional hand-held wired remote control lets you start and stop automatic pitching, or throw one pitch at a time.
HOMEPLATE HAND-FEED MODEL
 The HomePlate Hand-feed model provides the same functionality and ease-of-use as the standard HomePlate machine, but without the automatic ball feed. The Hand-feed model even retains the programmability feature of the HomePlate, so a coach can store up to 64 different pitches which he can then recall with the push of a button.
WARRANTY
Homeplate is backed by a one year warranty covering both parts and labor. Extended warranties available.

SPECIFICATIONS

Type of balls Baseballs
Dimple Baseballs
Ball capacity 80 balls
Pitches Straight Fastball
  Sinking Fastball (Splitter)
  Curve (right or left)
  Slider (right or left)
Pitch Speed 40 to 90 MPH
Automatic pitch modes repeat, sequence, random
Automatic pitch Interval 7 or 10 seconds
# of Pitch Programs 8
# of Pitches per Programs 8
Case Dimensions: 36”H x 30”L x 32”W
Ball Release Height: 50" to 60", adjustable
Weight 180 pounds

Specifications subject to change without notice.

MODEL& PRICES

HomePlate $6,595
HomePlate Hand-Feed $5,295
HomePlate Control Center $1,995
Remote Control $200
Protective Cover $95

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