Download synscan pro for pc windows and mac can be easily installed and used on a desktop computer or laptop running windows xp, windows 7, windows 8, windows 8. For all those that may need step by step as i did, i thought id put this together as a one stop shop for synscan wifi using ios device so this is how i set it up on my heq5. Skywatcher synscan az goto handset telescopes direct. Skywatcher synscan handset cables rother valley optics. Sky watcher synscan wifi adapter sounds interesting. These devices turn your apple smartphone into a landlinestyle phone, complete with standalone handset. Synscan wifi adapter plugs into hand controller port on your mount via one of two provided cables creates its own wifi network, so no internet connection is needed in the field synscan pro app has intuitive touchscreen menus for easy object location, and advanced functions like ppec, auto home, polar alignment, camera control, and meridian flip.
Skywatcher the worlds largest telescope manufacturer. Retro cell phone handset, antiradiation vintage wired telephone headphones 3. Please note, this cable is only for use with the synscan az goto handset model number 20109 and is not supplied as standard with the handset. Diy wifi adapter for skywatcher telescope mounts atm. Step by step instructions of using your hand controller to align your telescope.
Firmwareupdateability via the internet, pointing accuracy enhancement pae and ability to store star alignment data. Skywatcher az goto instruction manual pdf download. The azeq6gt is a dual purpose, fully functional computerised heavyduty gototracking astronomical mount in both altazimuth az and equatorial eq modes. Skywatcher synscan az goto handset cable wex photo video. The synscan wifi adaptor module is compatible with all skywatchers goto telescopes and mounts allowing full alignment and control via an android smartphone or tablet. Schematic of the ports you have to use pins 1 and 4 to the camera but i have no idea where to get a cable for that, if you know someone who is handy with electronics ask him to make a cable for you. How to use stellarium program to control a synscan mount via computer utube martin pyott. New skywatcher az gti goto wifi mount page 4 mounts cloudy. Apparently with ios you have to use two devices, one running the synscan app, one running skysafari. I have built my own diy adapter to connect my old skywatcher altaz. Linking cable for the skywatcher synscan az goto handset. If, instead of using the synscan app, you use a handset, you should be able to get the wifi adapter working. This information applies to the synscan v3, synscan v4 series goto mounts.
Application development skywatcher skywatcher global website. Lacerta eqhc handset hand control for eq5 st4 compatible. Producer takes care of its customers along the whole way of its products life cycle and allows increasing its. This version of the synscan app is suited for novice users using altazimuth mounts. Download the free synscan app from itunes or skywatcher. The synscan hand controller is now available as an app on your smart device. Enabelling the upgrading of az autotracking mounts to fully goto operaton. Download synscan and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and ipod. I really wish skywatcher would strike a deal with the developers of skysafari to interface it properly to the sw mounts and ditch the need for these or the synscan handset. Is the skywatcher synscan wifi adapter supported by.
I will uplad everything so far identified intpo synscan hc folder including the test code, in case someone wants to have a play. Last night i was using my heq5 mount at a public event. Skywatcher synscan az goto handset optical vision ltd. Its a new st4 compatible hand control unit with autoguider port for skywatcher eq5 series mountstelescopes. Skywatcher eq6 pro synscan handset cable this handset cable allows the skywatcher synscan handset to connect to the eq6 pro equatorial mount. How to download and update synscan firmware v4 samsung are one of the most desirable gadgets that can be bought on the market as well as it is long lasting, so this is why people need to know how to update android firmware on samsung. A 50cm adapter cable, which is used for connecting between synscan gps mouse and synscan hand control. If your ios handset goes into sleep mode or interrupted by another app eg messaging, other devices such as skysafari get disconnected and lose alignment.
How to use stellarium program to control a synscan mount. Skywatcher synscan az handset cable this skywatcher handset cable allows you to connect the skywatcher synscan az goto handset 20109 to various skywatcher altazimuth mounts. I know that photos are mandatory, but my iphone photos come up. Without thinking, i plugged it straight back in ag. Control your skywatcher goto telescope or mount with a smartphone or tablet wirelessly with the synscan wifi adapter module, simply plugs in to the handset port and uses the free synscan app. Synscan v4 bluetooth external bluetooth controller for. Synscan handset serial update cable this serialrs232 cable is used to update the synscan hand controller firmware. Control any orion goto mount or telescope wirelessly with your ios or android smartphone.
Once connected, the synscan az can be controlled by most popular planetarium software program. Supplied with a synscan handset with dual azeq firmware, it can automatically find. Using synscan to operate canon dslr astronomy forum. Synscan firmware v4 full guides for download and update. The synscan goto handset has a database of over 42,900 objects. Now any orion goto telescope or mount that operates using the synscan handset can be controlled wirelessly via your ios or android smartphone or tablet instead. We use cookies on our site so you can place orders and to improve your experience. The app on ios is so much easier to use imho and makes the polar alignment that much quicker and simpler. Page 19 the synscan az telescopes are designed to receive control commands sent from a computer via the rs232 port and rs232 cable.
On the other i can get a android phone with no contract for about the same. The v5 synscan hand control includes new features such as. The skywatcher star discovery p150i has been designed to be controlled wirelessly with your smartphone or tablet, using the free synscan app for ios. Use this app to control the az gti mount or other skywatcher or orion telescope mounts fitted with a synscan wifi adapter. I have found some info on skyscan protocol apparently based on sirf. A plugin accessory for the skywatcher synscan handset requires v3. Ive imaged with up to 15kg on it, and its been okay, but the guiding is definitely more fussy, and theres a lot more frustration involved. Skywatcher synscan v4 handbox for all synscan motorized mounts. In this synscan gps package, you will find 5 items as follows, 1. Download synscan pro and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and ipod touch.
This handset is powered by 6v and it is a direct replacement of the multispeed hand controller that comes with the dualaxis motor drive. Then i took the handset off the mount to set it to view another object and managed to pull the cable out of the handset. Smartphone and device accessories orion telescopes. You could use skyfi to achieve wireless connection. Use this app to control the az gti mount or other skywatcher or orion telescope mounts fitted with a synscan wifi. Goto handset controller keypad and cables grovers optics. Today, we are rated as one of the best companies in india for providing comprehensive mobile phone insurance plans. All extra expense and complication but it is better than two devices i think. Firmwareupdateability via the internet, pointing accuracy enhancement pae, and capability to store star alignment data. Az synscan hand control for az synscan including connecting cable and rs232 cable.
The skywatcher app is pathetic it does no more than mirror the synscan handset controls and ui. Synscan hand control for neq6 eq6 including connecting cable and rs232 cable. The mount impresses with its quiet drive and is supplied with a synscan goto hand control that can automatically set and track over 42,900 objects from its extensive database. Comes with battery pack, tool set, data cable, compas and accessory tray. To upgrade a suitable autotracking telescope, an az goto handset cable is also required see below. Skywatcher synscan wifi adapter harrison telescopes ltd. I currently use a handset with my azgti with a handset and then use skywire to connect to the phone. I have done some code changes to talk to a synscan handset controller but am unable to do any testing. All you need is the synscan wifi adapter and the free synscan pro app. Is the skywatcher synscan wifi adapter supported by skysafari 6. The mount itself has a synscan handset with it that allows use standalone, or you can interface it with a pc via an eqdir cable my preferred method. To connect eqmod to trekbt you need to install a bridge bluetooth to com. My new synscan wifi arrived today and in less than 30 mins i had it up and running on both my phone using synscan pro app and ipad mini 2. Page 1 of 2 diy wifi adapter for skywatcher telescope mounts posted in atm, optics and diy forum.
I cover 2 star alignment, tips on how to change your rate, how to. Trekbt bluetooth module, for direct control of eq mounts. Communication to the hand control is 9600 bitssec, no parity and one stop bit via the rs232 port on the base of the hand. All you need is the free app and the orion synscan wifi adapter. Use this app to control the az gti mount or other skywatcher or orion telescope mounts fitted with a synscan. The cable plugs directly into the rj11 telephone style port at the base of the controller and into a spare serial port on the computer. App virtuoso provides a bridge between the mounts and the skysafari application. The newer skywatcher astronomy goto mounts such as the azgti come with builtin wifi, and are meant to be controlled by skywatchers new synscan mobile app, instead of the oldfashioned hand controllers. If your ios handset goes into sleep mode or interrupted by another app eg. Skywatcher synscan wifi adapter first light optics.
The synscan pro app connected quickly, and i did a fake alignment. Please note this cable will only suit the above and is not supplied as standard with handsets. The synscan az will communicate with the personal computer at 9600 bitssec, no parity and stop bit. Skywatcher eq8 pro synscan mount with tripod heavy heavy duty goto mount with a solid tripod the new skywatcher eq8 is an impressive, heavy equatorial mount of the observatory class with a load capacity of up to 50 kg. If your ios handset goes into sleep mode or interrupted by another app eg messaging, other devices such. Using synscan to operate canon dslr if you look at page 43 appendix iii. A library for use by a client planetariumphotography app to control synscan telescope mounts, through internal or external synscan wifi adapter. Coily cable with correct fittings for eq6 pro please note image may differ from the cable supplied. Telescope star alignment using your synscan hand controller. To me the skywatcher range of instruments are very good indeed, and suited to amateurs of all kinds and they are not priced out of the market. The gps mouse fits all skywatcher synscan hand boxes from version 3. To work with mobile devices, you need to install the app virtuoso and skysafari applications for android. It is able to detect the model of the mount to which it.
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