Bluetooth skywatcher synscan v3v4 telescope link by clifton2. Synscan eq3eq5 upgrade kit where available in the us. This can be download for free from the ascom website click the download. Only 3 modules inside all available from gearbestebay, no programming except if you need to reprogram the name and baud rate of the bt module. Connect the mount to the synscan app using the adapter. For us more modest amateurs though, the most important element that ascom needs to control, and usually the only required element, is the mount. Download and install synscan app it will run either alt az or eq.
We have 1 skywatcher eq5 pro manual available for free pdf download. The synscan hand controller is now available as an app on your smart device. Skywatcher synscan az mount the skywatcher synscan az goto mount is used in a number of telescopes. Allows remote connection via the handset serial port to read the position of the scope and to slew it to objects in programs like stellarium. Bye ascom and stellarium scope control backyardeos o. The telescopes tab displays a list of the telescope connections that have been set up. Especially when it comes to easy transport, this precise goto mount is a true alternative. Versatile, lightweight and astonishingly accurate our azeq5 hybrid mount epitomizes skywatchers commitment to innovation.
The more it was used, the easier is was to go straight to an object or starthe alignment. This is an easy way to control your eq5 telescope with the skywatcher wifi adapter install the ascom drivers run all the. Download the free synscan app to your phonetablet and off you go. Computerized german equatorial skywatcher eq5 synscan mount with synscan hand control, dualaxis motor, polar scope and tripod. This version of the synscan app is suited for novice users using altazimuth mounts. At the same time this mount offers all amenities of a completely equipped goto mount. Everything else is just using the ascom chooser to select the eqmod eq5eq6 item.
Hooking up synscan to stellarium archive iceinspace. Sky watcher azgti wifi mount, through android synscan app onstep. Installation du systeme synscan pour eq5 installation liste des pieces branchement des cordons fig. Use this app to control the az gti mount or other skywatcher or orion telescope mounts fitted with a synscan wifi adapter. Eq5 synscan the first impressions of the assembly were of reassuring stabilitythe 3star alignment is a great feature of the goto facility.
Hey guys, im trying to run my synscan eq5 mount through stellarium, but ive hit a dead end. Skywatcher eq5 pro user manual 32 pages telescopes with eq5 mount. Skywatcher explorer pro models have synscan goto technology to find and track objects accurately and large aperture optics. Skywatcher offers simple solutions for users who would like to attach their smaller telescope to a convenient computerized system but do not wish to deal with the weight of the heq5 or. Skywatcher synscan wifi adapter first light optics. Eq5 synscan goto upgrade skywatcher parts upgrade kit for standard eq5 available for easily upgrading the standard nonpro mountings for computerised goto capabilities. The more it was used, the easier is was to go straight to an object or starthe alignment process could not be simplerin all, the alignment process works so well that you can be on a selected object and tracking it accurately within minutesoverall. It works with both v3 and v4 synscan hand controllers. Skywatcher eq5 pro goto astronomy mount first light optics. Skywatcher eq5 pro synscan computerised goto equatorial. Jun 15, 20 eqmod is a popular set of software tools used by many astronomers to control the skywatcher heq5, neq6 and other mounts directly from a pc. Eqmod is a popular set of software tools used by many astronomers to control the skywatcher heq5, neq6 and other mounts directly from a pc.
Start eqmod running and make sure that the communications port is correctly set. Skywatcher synscan wifi adapter harrison telescopes ltd. Stellarium and cartes du ciel are also introduced in terms of configuration and their. The mount offers a completely equipped goto system with quiet stepper motors. Dec motor ra motor synscan hand control rs 232 cable power cable hand control holder control panel connecting cable. If you are not satisfied with your item, please return it withi days, but in that case you need to pay for a postage cost. Eq3 pro synscan tm precision computerized german equatorial mount supplied with aluminium tripod. This module implements the serial commands supported by the celestron nexstar hand control hc and skywatcherorion synscan hc. Thank you for replaying i already tried that already but it dont work if i would like to use eqmod then i got to have the synscan handcontrol as a protocol translator, i just thought if there is a reason why there is no driver in stellarium using the commandset directly to.
Product was successfully added to your shopping cart. If using a usbserial adapter you will need to install the drivers that came with it. The ascom platform is the swissarmy knife of software control for your various pieces of astrophotography kit from mounts, to focusers, to dew heaters and even powered observatory roofs. It is software that acts as a driver between other applications such as your planetarium program. Skywatcher eq3 pro synscan equatorial mount with a. Fairly recently ive started using eqmod software with eqascom to control my synscan goto upgrade kit for my eq5 telescope mount with my c6sgt scope. I can connect to the ascom eq5eq6 mount with stellarium via stellarium scope, bye, astrotortilla, and phd2. This a brief video guide, which you can achieve this simple, very cheap and very effective cool mod you can do to your exisiting skywatcher goto az or eq synscan mount using the stellarium which.
Nov 06, 2016 external bluetooth controller for the synscan hand controller. Thank you for replaying i already tried that already but it dont work if i would like to use eqmod then i got to have the synscan handcontrol as a protocol translator, i just thought if there is a reason why there is no driver in stellarium using the commandset directly to the sw az mount. Skywatcher eq5 pro synscan computer controlled goto mount with the eq5 skyscan pro, skywatcher offers a fully equipped mount for portable telescopes. Ive got the telescope set up like it usually is with the cables running like normal. Control your skywatcher goto telescope with a smartphone or tablet. Bluetooth skywatcher synscan v3v4 telescope link by. The 20161226 release still works with all recent stellarium releases as of 20191201. Setting up a skywatcher mount with ascom platform and eqmod.
Synscan v4v5 hand controller for all goto mounts, version 4. Page pc link cable that comes with the synscan dc power supply with tip positive. Skywatcher eq5 pro manuals manuals and user guides for skywatcher eq5 pro. Variablespeed dualaxis motor drive for eq5 eq4 mount. We asked steve richards to write an overview of eqmod with details on some of its many features and how to use them. How to control stellarium with a skywatcher wifi adapter on your pc. Just a reminder that stellarium must have the focus in order for the keyboard keys to work. Eqmod version v121d 20100530 ascom platform 5 and the 5. Skywatcher eq5 pro synscan equatorial goto mount with.
Mar 21, 2019 how to control stellarium with a skywatcher wifi adapter on your pc. Learn how to connect a synscan skywatcher or orion telescope mount to. The synscan point and go feature simplifies the goto process by pointing your phone to the part of the sky you want your telescope to point, press the button,and the telescope will automatically move to the location you pointed to. Every time we set up, it accurately place the item we wanted in the field of view of our 25mm eyepiece.
However, skysafari refuses to connect to the eq5 mount. It is for entry level customers with an skywtcher altaz mount. This new synscan hand controller firmware release is an update from the previous synscan firmware. Its free for a start, but dont let that fool you into thinking this is average quality software. You do not need to set any of the parameters in the handcontrol at power up time. If you have windows, you can download a prebuild version. Hi all, i have been trying to get stellarium to control my mount but having no luck the mount is a heq5 pro synscan version 3. This app supports ascom platform and skysafari pluspro. Skysafari 5 pro skywatcher synscan eq5 connection fail using. Oct 24, 2011 the more it was used, the easier is was to go straight to an object or starthe alignment process could not be simplerin all, the alignment process works so well that you can be on a selected object and tracking it accurately within minutesoverall the eq5 synscan gave a new lease of life to our smaller scope. Setting up an equatorial mount on ascom with eqmod, stellarium. The skywatcher eq5 synscan mount is perfect for those looking for a reliable and safe for your compact. Using the stellarium which can be downloaded for free, youll not only be able to see a broader picture of the current night sky at your location. Skywatcher eq3 pro synscan equatorial goto mount with the eq3 synscan pro, skywatcher offers a completely equipped mount for compact telescopes.
Skywatcher explorer pro synscan newtonian reflector telescopes with onboard database with finding and tracking technology ideal for astrophotography covid19 delivery info we are operating as normal but there are shipping delays, please contact us to check delivery times, all deliveries are now contactless. Wifi adapter give your skywatcher goto mount wifi capability. This is the tools for updating the firmware of synscan v3 and synscan v4 hand controller. Place the synscan into pcdirect mode done by hitting enter on the pcdirect option on the controller. Due to the ball bearing mounted ra axis, the eq5 synscan can be loaded with telescopes swith up to 10 kg weight. Just take all the defaults and get to a point where you can select pc direct mode. User can download the latest version of the synscan firmware from the skywatcher web site and easily update. The post option on the te website will use the usps and not charge the brokerage fee but may take a little longer. The wifi adaptor module creates its own wifi network, so the telescope or mount can be used anywhere, without any need for internet access or wifi hotspots. Skywatcher star discovery p150i wifi computerised telescope. As a test i then aligned my scope by connecting it to stellarium on my pc, it found all the. Create a folder for all synscan related files on your computer and name it synscan.
Heq5 pro, eq5 pro, eq3 pro, az eq5 pro, azeq6 pro, eq8 8pin rj45 all altazimuth mounts 6pin rj12 1. Use this app to control the az gti mount or other skywatcher or orion telescope. Now scroll down to the release version you want and select the associated download link. External bluetooth controller for the synscan hand controller. This means that using some other window other that stellarium such as when. Setting up a skywatcher mount with ascom platform and. The mount should be equipped with a buildin wifi adapter or an external synscan wifi adapter. Give your skywatcher goto mount wifi capability with the plugin wifi adapter. Aug 16, 2015 i can connect to the ascom eq5 eq6 mount with stellarium via stellarium scope, bye, astrotortilla, and phd2. Connect the syncan to the mount using the db9 to rj45 cable 3. Use from new, few little chips to weights and where the head locks to tripod as pictured.
This is an ongoing project, so be sure to check the site for updates. This is an easy way to control your eq5 telescope with the skywatcher wifi adapter insta. Skywatcher synscan goto upgrade kit for all eq5type non motorized equatorial mounts. Telescopes with eq5 mount 32 pages telescope skywatcher solarquest instruction manual. View online or download skywatcher eq5 pro user manual. If they are not, you can always download stellarium 0. Eqmodstellarium scope control help imaging software.
The only difference is i have the rs232c cable going to the computer i had to stick it onto the end of a usb port but i have the driver as well. Skywatcher eq3 pro synscan goto computerised equatorial. The mount is in excellent condition and comes with the manual, synscan, two weights and extension bar. Stellarium telescope control with a heq5eq6 iceinspace. With the eqmod ascom driver, the user will be able to control the modded eq mount using any ascom based astronomy software at 0. How to use stellarium program to control a synscan mount. Hi guys, i have followed all the guides to the letter for attemping to control my mount via stellarium and every time that i think i have gone through all the stepos in the guide and click the connect checkbox in stellarium scope it loks as though it is opening eqascom and then eqascom dsappears. Steve richards is the author of making every photon count and writes for the sunday times. It allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies with a touch of few buttons. Skywatcher eq5 pro synscan equatorial goto mount with tripod.
Heq5 pro, eq5 pro, eq3 pro, azeq5 pro, azeq6 pro, eq8 8pin rj45 all altazimuth mounts 6pin rj12 1. Oct 21, 2014 this a brief video guide, which you can achieve this simple, very cheap and very effective cool mod you can do to your exisiting skywatcher goto az or eq synscan mount using the stellarium which. Eqmod controlling the heq5, neq6 and other mounts directly. If you find there is now a new version of stellarium but no new version of stellariumscope advertising support, it may still be worth testing to see if they are compatible. To get a visual indication of where the telescope is pointing by looking at cross hairs on a planetarium, preferably with a circular field of view, to watch the movement of the telescope relative to the background stars to see where it is going, to be able to roughly automatically track a given object and then correct the small errors automatically to get. The eq5 synscan mounts are the perfect instrument for novice visual observers to enjoy astronomy with minimal setup time and indepth knowledge of. Skywatcher eq32 pro synscan goto equatorial mount the skywatcher eq3pro synscan uses the same goto system found in the heq5 and eq6 pro mounts which allows you to point the telescope at a specific object or even tour the skies at the touch of a button. I just downloaded skysafari today as an upgrade from stellarium. Part az mount, part equatorial, the azeq5 is skywatchers most versatile mount, capable of aligning in either altaz, equatorial or dualota mode. Skywatcher synscan instruction manual pdf download. Drives, replacement control panel motor board, hand control cable, cable clamp and hand control holder. How to control stellarium with a skywatcher wifi adapter computer.
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