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Re: Wrench for electronics bracket
The suggestion was to confirm the correct tool using a similar bolt head on the mount.? With that confirmed, to try a tapped 3/16 ball ended Key to perhaps clear the galled edges.? It certainly
By WayBack · #28964 ·
Re: Gemini 2 Version 1 problem at power up
Brendan, Yes, I am sure that what caused the problems. I just happened to be looking out the back door as the lighting struck the ground next to my fence. The bolt was about 2 feet in diameter and
By N Jensen · #28963 ·
Re: Wrench for electronics bracket
Nor I. I use *Bondhus ( https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YoYXqJcoFi9hXSKoaEuH8zjzNIcPeXKj/view )* and *Craftsman* ( https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-CM-10PC-HEX-KEY-SET-SAE/5013254587 ) branded
By Sonny Edmonds · #28962 ·
Re: Connecting ASI AIR Plus to Gemini 2
Obviously the ASIAIR works with Gemini 2 as everyone not using Ethernet to talk with the Gemini 2 is using the USB connection.? So the issue is most likely going to be a configuration or cabling
By Chip Louie · #28961 ·
Re: Gemini-2 stops tracking & losses comms to PC and HC during NINA sessions
Hi Mike, For clearing PEC permanently (or until you want to program it again), you'll need to remove CurrPEC.pec file from the PEC folder on the Gemini SD card. You can do this from the ASCOM driver:
By Paul Kanevsky · #28960 ·
Re: Wrench for electronics bracket
I've heard of ball-end wrenches breaking but it has not happened to me yet.? But I also tend to use them only where I need the angle and never to break a stuck fastener loose. -- Chip Louie Chief
By Chip Louie · #28959 ·
Re: Connecting ASI AIR Plus to Gemini 2
I've also run into problems connecting my G2 to my new ASIAIR Plus. I tried plugging in the a USB A-B cable following the advice on here. And selected Serial and a 9600 baud rate. But it doesn't work.
By Paul A Brierley · #28958 ·
Re: Gemini 2 Version 1 problem at power up
A little off and on topic ¡­it¡¯s blown the switching PSU of the TV. ?A common issue. The Gemini also employs switching power supplies but of lower power. ?Sounds like a ground surge that¡¯s the
By Brendan · #28957 ·
Re: Wrench for electronics bracket
I don¡¯t want to dump on anyone¡¯s advice but be careful with ball end hex drives. The ball has a habit of breaking and lodging inside the hex head and if it¡¯s in a hard to get spot¡­ya in
By Brendan · #28956 ·
Re: Gemini-2 stops tracking & losses comms to PC and HC during NINA sessions
Hi Paul, 1. I haven¡¯t applied that recent bootloader update. 2. The SD card is what was supplied by Losmandy circa 2023. Looking at the SD card directory via the Gemini web interface, it looks like
By Michael Hundley · #28955 ·
Re: Gemini-2 stops tracking & losses comms to PC and HC during NINA sessions
Been plagued by this for a while also, have developed some workarounds, and am able to image through the night now. Example scenario: Gemini-2 unresponsive, then/and Exposures show bad star trails,
By DaleN · #28954 ·
Re: Gemini-2 stops tracking & losses comms to PC and HC during NINA sessions
Hi Mike, There have now been a few reports of similar behavior. Unfortunately, the logs don't capture what actually happens at the time of lock-up. A few questions that may or may not be related: 1.?
By Paul Kanevsky · #28953 ·
Gemini-2 stops tracking & losses comms to PC and HC during NINA sessions
I¡¯m experiencing a new and troubling issue with my Losmandy mount and seeking suggestions/guidance. After roughly 100 successful sessions since receiving the mount (GM811G w/level 6) in 2023 I¡¯ve
By Michael Hundley · #28952 ·
Re: Wrench for electronics bracket
Hi Larry, You will probably find the cables to the RA and DEC motors will not reach the controller in the lower configuration. That is why mine is on the 12" column extension. Works fine there and has
By Sonny Edmonds · #28951 ·
Re: Gemini 2 Version 1 problem at power up
Brendan, Great information. I don't see anything of that nature visible. So, I guess it will be heading off to Losmandy next week for repairs. Just fount a problem with my 50" TV set in the spare
By N Jensen · #28950 ·
Re: Gemini 2 Version 1 problem at power up
Yes parts are available. ?But H bridge is a little tricky to R&R. ? The repairers have all parts. But a pwr surge you can guarantee more than one IC part is damaged. ? But that¡¯s the job of
By Brendan · #28949 ·
Re: Gemini 2 Version 1 problem at power up
Thak you for the information. There is not a second input attached. I have bench tested the unit without the motors, so that is out. I too suspect and IC or the H bridge. I have not checked the ICs
By N Jensen · #28948 ·
Re: Gemini 2 Version 1 problem at power up
Neil Do you have the 2nd 12V power out connector plugged in! ? If so remove this and power on. ?It could be an accessory on this line drawing too much current. ? Yes it has 2 fuses one for each
By Brendan · #28947 ·
Gemini 2 Version 1 problem at power up
I have discovered a problem with my G2 system today that when I power on the system the switch light comes on from a few seconds and the goes out. At that point I turn off the power switch and check
By N Jensen · #28945 ·
Moderated Re: Gemini 2 controller PCB on eBay
Folks, I heard from Losmandy that a batch of boards disappeared during shipment to AVEOX 4-5 years ago and was never recovered. These appear to be those boards. Boards sold on Fleabay are not 100%