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On Mon, Oct 21, 2024 at 07:58 PM, Neil Allison wrote:

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Is it possible to rename and reconfigure the sites stored in "Site Information"?

I have updated the "Hollywood" coordinates to my home coordinates but it now just shows as "User Site"

The remaining?3 preset sites are less than useless so I'd like to update them with site info that I can use.

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Yes, 100%? Do you have a copy of the Gemini manual?? Look at .? Rene is the genius behind the Gemini main board firmware.? ?

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Also there is all the information you need on the website under Gemin 1.? The manuals are there also as well as a ton of other info you apparently will need to read.??

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Some additional links for you.?

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Here is the ??

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Here are the files you need if you have an Ethernet connection to the Gemini 2 and know how to transfer them directly to the Gemini 2 mSD card Gemini L6.02 files?

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Here is how to use the , it's old but is still correct.?

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Here are some written How To directions on updating the servo PIC chips.? ?

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And here is the quick start guide from the L6 BETA, it is still good to read as nothing has really changed other than the versions of the files used.

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On Mon, Oct 21, 2024 at 05:02 PM, Trevor wrote:

Do I need all three files ??? and what is the process for updating, any particular order, thanks :)

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It's not just three files.? You need to download the latest GFU program which will automatically update to the new L6.0x firmware for the Gemini 2 main processor and Hand Controller files.? There is an inexpensive piece of hardware called a PIC Kit programmer that you will also need to update the PIC chip servo controller code.? These are the two (2) controller chips on the main board that have their own programming but cannot be accessed by the GFU program, they are accessed by a hardware interface and are normally programmed at the factory during assembly.? Well the big improvement that is L6 took a complete top to bottom look at how Gemini 2 does things and they committed to improving the Gemini 2 to a whole new level including the PIC chip code.? This is a large part of the L6 firmware upgrade secret sauce and how the new L6.0x firmware got the big 4x resolution boost.? Trust me as an imager you want the full update.? ? ?

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Go to Amazon and order this.? There are directions in the Gemin 2 users group that will explain step by step how to do ALL of this. It's easy, many people with no experience have done it no problem.? Let us know if you have any questions or need any other help.?

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Do I need all three files ??? and what is the process for updating, any particular order, thanks :)

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Seems to be fixed now with the service pack 1 release.?

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On Sun, Oct 20, 2024 at 05:13 PM, Trevor wrote:

HC firmware V1,10 2014 mainboard v5.21 2017

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Hi Trevor,

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This being 2024 and the current production release of the Gemini 2 firmware being L6.02 with PIC servo code v3.0 and HC 1.61 you should probably update as? soon as possible.? Many issues were resolved in the current release and there are later versions being developed to fine tune mostly cosmetic issues.? Click on this link to go to the right file location to download the current releases of the Gemini 2 firmware: Gemini 2 production firmware? Get updated then retest.? ?

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HC firmware V1,10 2014 mainboard v5.21 2017

On Sat, Oct 19, 2024 at 10:58 PM, Trevor wrote:

Sorry - G2-? Ascom gemini Telescope Driver 1.1.23.0

Sorry - G2-? Ascom gemini Telescope Driver 1.1.23.0

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On Sat, Oct 19, 2024 at 02:30 AM, Trevor wrote:

The previous version :)

The previous version :)

Thanks, for the update.

On Thu, Oct 17, 2024 at 07:24 PM, Trevor wrote:

I forgot to mention that I am in the Southern Hemisphere :)

I forgot to mention that I am in the Southern Hemisphere :)

I received the new encoder this morning. It's now installed and the motors are working perfectly again. It took less than ten minutes.

For the concerned folk, no sparks, fires, or smoke have been observed from either the Gemini or the motors. So far ;)

Thanks to David Partridge for his help in procuring the replacement.

Clear skies.

On Tue, Oct 15, 2024 at 03:24 PM, Neil Allison wrote:

East and West limits depend on each individual set up.

Limits that work for one person might not work for somebody else.

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Thanks and Best Regards

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On Wed, Oct 16, 2024 at 7:19?AM Paul Buckley via <paulbuckley14059=[email protected]> wrote:

Trevor,

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I found the following Gemini settings work:

Eastern Limit:? 110

Western Limit 100

Western GoTo 10

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I didn't watch the video that Neil Allison referenced but somewhere I read that Gemini will ignore any flip command unless the command occurs within the window established by the east/west limits.? Ergo, my settings.? This has worked well, with flip always occurring after the telescope crossing the meridian?and the current exposure completes.

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On Mon, Oct 14, 2024 at 8:06?PM Neil Allison via <nallison147=[email protected]> wrote:

A great podcast?covering this very topic (amongst other things).

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Thanks and Best Regards

Neil

On Tue, Oct 15, 2024 at 10:07?AM Trevor via <t.warner=[email protected]> wrote:

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Are there any special requirements for doing a meridian flip with this mount using NINA. I have been reluctant to use meridian flip as earlier attempts failed miserably, although I think its really a necessary option to capture significant data when conditions permit.

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100% correct!? Every mount and telescope / rig configuration is different and using other people's limits cannot work reliably.? It is very easy to set your individual mount limits using the Menu>Mount>Limits>Set Limit Here option? button.?

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The Losmandy Gemini 2? mounts are very flexible and they come in many different configurations, nearly as many as there are telescopes and imaging rigs. OK maybe not that many, even so everyone needs to set their own lits to ensure proper operation.?

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