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Re: Gemini 2 Level 6 Instruction Manual/PEC Training

 

Hi Dave,

There is some testing going on Level 6+ and PEC training in a separate group, with some newer versions of the firmware and PEMPro, as well. So far it's looking very good. I would not recommend that you attempt to program PEC with the older L6.0 firmware that came out last summer.

The newer firmware is nearly ready for general release, but if you can't wait, feel free to join the?GeminiL6PEC group where you can get the latest and the greatest, and maybe you can also help test it once your skies clear up.

/g/GeminiL6PEC

Regards,

? ?-Paul


On Sat, Feb 10, 2024 at 12:50 PM, <jeepcj779@...> wrote:
Hello All,
? I just installed the Level 6 upgrade on my 9 month old G11G. I qaa having an issue with a large peak to peak RA PE of about 24". I sent the RA axis to Losmandy and they could find nothing that might cause a PE of that magnitude, but they replaced the HP worm just to rule that out.
? Anyway, when they sent the RA axis back, they also sent a new Gemini 2 circuit board with the Level 6 upgrade already installed (their suggestion). The new board is installed now and the hand controller is updated. Everything seems to be working fine on the bench, but it has been cloudy since I received/installed the upgrade. In the mean time, I wanted to read up on Level 6, particularly PEC training. I understand Level 6 is not compatible with PEMPro, but there is a PEC training option in the HC menu. I would like to conduct PEC training when the weather allows, but I can't find any instructions/documentation for Level 6. Does anyone know where I can find the Level 6 instructions, or has anyone installed Level 6 and successfully conducted PEC training/correction? Thanks,

Dave


Gemini 2 Level 6 Instruction Manual/PEC Training

 

Hello All,
? I just installed the Level 6 upgrade on my 9 month old G11G. I qaa having an issue with a large peak to peak RA PE of about 24". I sent the RA axis to Losmandy and they could find nothing that might cause a PE of that magnitude, but they replaced the HP worm just to rule that out.
? Anyway, when they sent the RA axis back, they also sent a new Gemini 2 circuit board with the Level 6 upgrade already installed (their suggestion). The new board is installed now and the hand controller is updated. Everything seems to be working fine on the bench, but it has been cloudy since I received/installed the upgrade. In the mean time, I wanted to read up on Level 6, particularly PEC training. I understand Level 6 is not compatible with PEMPro, but there is a PEC training option in the HC menu. I would like to conduct PEC training when the weather allows, but I can't find any instructions/documentation for Level 6. Does anyone know where I can find the Level 6 instructions, or has anyone installed Level 6 and successfully conducted PEC training/correction? Thanks,

Dave


Re: How Do I Delete Old PEC Files?

Jim Waters
 
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Thanks Paul

I forgot about using ftp but something is going on.? I don't have permission to delete the files.? I will look into this more later tonight.? I am getting a 550 File Not Found error.

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Jim W
Phoenix, AZ. USA

Losmandy G11G w/ L6, NINA 3.0 / ASTAP, ASI2600MC Pro, Sky-Watcher Scopes, Canon L Lenses.


For Sale in Nothern CA

 

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Asking here before I list it on Cloudy Nights..

I¡¯m selling (almost) all of my Astronomy Gear.. (I¡¯m half blind and moved to an apartment complex.. Would rather sell it all than have the neighbors see I have valuable stuff they can steal..)

I prefer to sell to a local ¨C think Chico, CA - buyer, but..

Of primary concern for this group would be my 12¡± Meade SCT, G11 w/ Gemini 2, and Meade Giant field tripod.. Has all the bells and whistles, as well as a lot of extras..

Also available, in case you want an entire setup, is my Stellarvue 130mm Raptor (Carbon Fiber) Triplet w/ FeatherTouch (an many extras).. ?

FYI ¨C Not giving them away, but not price gouging either..

I have a plethora of other items too.. Two Sky Atlas 2000.0 field editions laminated BNIB and unlaminated LNIB), a Harold Bobroff AstroAtlas, and much more..

If interested, send me a direct email and we can discuss, otherwise I¡¯ll just start listing stuff on Cloudy Nights.. ?

Derek


Re: How Do I Delete Old PEC Files?

 

On Thu, Feb 8, 2024 at 06:28 PM, Jim Waters wrote:
How do I delete old PEC files saved on my Gemini-2 mount?? I am using the web interface and I see no way to delete the files.
You just need access to the SD card. You can even do this without taking it out. Just open WIndows file explorer, and type ftp://gemini?or ftp://192.168.1.111?or however you refer to gemini on your network. Enter user id and password, and you'll see the root folder of the SD card. Open PEC folder, select the files you don't like, and delete them, as you would a file on any other disk.


How Do I Delete Old PEC Files?

Jim Waters
 

How do I delete old PEC files saved on my Gemini-2 mount?? I am using the web interface and I see no way to delete the files.

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Jim W
Phoenix, AZ. USA

Losmandy G11G w/ L6, NINA 3.0 / ASTAP, ASI2600MC Pro, Sky-Watcher Scopes, Canon L Lenses.


Re: G11G On Its New Perch

 

Great looking setup! Well done and congrats!


Re: G11G On Its New Perch

 

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Thanks


-ca





On Feb 8, 2024, at 3:10 PM, peter@... wrote:

Primalucelab C120. I had it powder coated black.



Re: G11G On Its New Perch

 

Primalucelab C120. I had it powder coated black.

https://www.primalucelab.us/tripods-piers/c120-pier-for-concrete-base.html


Re: G11G On Its New Perch

 

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Peter,?

Which pier did you use?

On Feb 8, 2024, at 2:46 PM, peter@... wrote:

I have been working on this project for 5 months now and after?some setbacks, it is finally done, the?top adapter?plate has been modified to also fit my EQ6-R and EQ8-R.?


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G11G On Its New Perch

 

I have been working on this project for 5 months now and after?some setbacks, it is finally done, the?top adapter?plate has been modified to also fit my EQ6-R and EQ8-R.?





Re: Spring loaded worm availability G11T RA axis

 

Ah, because, "This group ... exists for Losmandy mount owners and others who are curious to exchange ideas and expertise, as well as, to support each other."

Virus-free.


Re: Spring loaded worm availability G11T RA axis

 

On Wed, Feb 7, 2024 at 09:24 AM, Carl Bj?rk wrote:
I find it unfair.
To be fair, maybe someone here does know something. There are some here who visit Losmandy frequently, or talk on the phone, and may have some information that's not common knowledge. It doesn't hurt to ask.?

Regards,

? ?-Paul


Re: Spring loaded worm availability G11T RA axis

 
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I find it unfair.
He asked if the community knew anything as he didn't get an answer from Losmandy.
We shouldn't be scared to ask questions.
Besides Losmandy used to answer here when Brian was part of the team.

Carl


On Wed, Feb 7, 2024 at 02:49 PM, David C. Partridge wrote:

It will be available if/when Losmandy announce it.

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Why do you think we might know better than Losmandy?

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David


Re: Spring loaded worm availability G11T RA axis

 

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It will be available if/when Losmandy announce it.

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Why do you think we might know better than Losmandy?

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David

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Gerard
Sent: 07 February 2024 12:39
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [Losmandy_users_io] Spring loaded worm availability G11T RA axis

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Count me in on that inquiry......

- Jerry


Re: Spring loaded worm availability G11T RA axis

 

Count me in on that inquiry......

- Jerry


Spring loaded worm availability G11T RA axis

 

Dear Losmandy community,

I have a G11T on my short list. Regarding the spring loaded worm availability for the G11T RA axis it says "future plans" here:?

I'd have three questions:
a) Does anyone know if Losmandy is still working on spring loaded worms for the RA axis as stated above?
b) If so, any estimates on when they might become available?
c) Lastly, will these be backwards compatible to existing G11Ts (as often the case for Losmandy upgrades)?

I've already asked this question through the official Losmandy support channel a while ago without a reply.

Thanks!
Georg


Re: Level 6 Upgrade DIY Instructions

 

This is great! Thank you!?

George


Re: Level 6 Upgrade DIY Instructions

 

Since not everyone has access to the Beta group, and that group isn't being updated, here's another copy of those instructions:
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DIY Instructions:?/g/Gemini-II/files/+++%20Gemini%202%20Level%206%20Upgrade%20+++/HowToLevel6_README.txt

How to update the Servo firmware (DIY):
/g/Gemini-II/files/+++%20Gemini%202%20Level%206%20Upgrade%20+++/UNOFFICIAL%20PICKIT3%20REFERENCE%20ONLY%20for%20DIYers

How to update your Gemini and Hand Controller firmware via the Gemini 2 built-in web pages


How to use the Gemini Firmware Updater (GFU) for ongoing firmware updates (GFU is available for download in the files section here)


Re: Level 6 Upgrade DIY Instructions

 

George you should have automatic access to the beta group. ?This file post like how to use a PicKit to update the Gemini and wiring?

cheers

brendan?


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Brendan