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Options for software control of Gemini 1 (G11)

 

What are the options and preferred software(s) for control via a PC/laptop?
 

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Hi!

There are a lot. I can chip in with my system: Ekos/INdi. It is linux-based but if you run a Raspberry Pi on the telescope, you can control this from any OS. Have a look at stellarmate.com. (Stellarmate is a packaged version of Ekos/Indi in a Raspberry or just the system if you already have the device).

Best,

Magnus


Den 2020-09-26 kl. 19:17, skrev ruasonid via groups.io:

What are the options and preferred software(s) for control via a PC/laptop?

 

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Or of course if using a Windies PC, Gemini-Telescope.net plus one of many programs such as APT, Cartes du Ciel, etc..

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Hi!

There are a lot. I can chip in with my system: Ekos/INdi. It is linux-based but if you run a Raspberry Pi on the telescope, you can control this from any OS. Have a look at stellarmate.com. (Stellarmate is a packaged version of Ekos/Indi in a Raspberry or just the system if you already have the device).

Best,

Magnus

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Den 2020-09-26 kl. 19:17, skrev ruasonid via groups.io:

What are the options and preferred software(s) for control via a PC/laptop?

 

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What are the options and preferred software(s) for control via a PC/laptop?
For a Windows 10 based PC/laptop you first need to install ?and the Gemini.net driver/applet with the appropriate USB to RS232 serial converter cable. If you want to buy a known to work setup PM Michael Herman for the right modular cable and 9-pin D-Sub modular connector you will need. He might also have the but I think normally you can get these directly from the manufacturer website to avoid getting a fake IC in the cable, yes fake ICs - some work some don't.??

Then depending on what you want to do the planetarium app Stellarium is an excellent simulation of the night sky with many ways to view the sky. The Cartes du Ciel app is really better as a charting program for planning but also usable as a sky simulation but it not as realistic being chart oriented. Both are free and can get you started as a first step. You can add imaging apps to control the imaging and guide cameras along with the mount if you want to image but it is a lot simpler to get the mount control working with a planetarium app first before jumping into imaging control which is a lot more involved.??

If this sounds difficult I assure you it is not! As long as you have the right parts and software it pretty much is a plug and play thing.? ?

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Thanks all. I'm currently using a PC (Win 10 laptop) for this application though any platform could be an option in future (e.g. I have several RasPi's at hand). Just wanting to get up and running in short order and check mount operation. I used Stellarium about 10 years ago. I guess it has improved since then. Due to backyard conditions my plan for next year is a ROR obsy and moving toward imaging, with longer term software integration/automation for roof, sky conditions, etc.. Thanks for the tip about fake IC's. I'm OK with basic DIY electronics and competent with software. I'll be sure to call if I need help, which might be more around getting the mount performing to its best after the rebuild.?
 

I use ZWO ASIAir pro which you can control wirelessly from your IOS or Android device.?


if you are a ZWO camera, filter wheel or electronic focuser unit, it can also control those. It can also control few heaters.

you can connect it to the mount using a serial cable or via a wireless interface into the Gemini 1.

I connect to it via my home WiFi, but it also has its own WiFi hotspot, but it’s pretty weak.

Basically it’s a well packaged raspberry pi based system that you can do DSO imaging, plate solving, goto, guiding and now planetary video with. Very good system, even better if you are a ZWO camera, and now ZWO ecosystem user.
 

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Hi!

And at the base of the ASIAir, is Indi :)

Magnus

Den 2020-09-27 kl. 15:22, skrev Bryn Evans via groups.io:

I use ZWO ASIAir pro which you can control wirelessly from your IOS or Android device.?


if you are a ZWO camera, filter wheel or electronic focuser unit, it can also control those. It can also control few heaters.

you can connect it to the mount using a serial cable or via a wireless interface into the Gemini 1.

I connect to it via my home WiFi, but it also has its own WiFi hotspot, but it’s pretty weak.

Basically it’s a well packaged raspberry pi based system that you can do DSO imaging, plate solving, goto, guiding and now planetary video with. Very good system, even better if you are a ZWO camera, and now ZWO ecosystem user.
 

I use Ekos/Kstars from Indilib.org too and am very happy with it.? It integrates a whole bunch of functionality including dome control of your observatory, planetarium control, autoguiding, alignment, plate solving, multiple configurations.? It is a one stop shop free of charge, and can even run on a Pi 2B (client and server) controlled remotely.? If you need to transfer images and if power is no issue you may want to get a Pi 4B.? It also has an OnStep driver in case you want to build your own Goto controller, which I did (and happy about the outcome).? But Ekos supports the Gemini too IIRC.

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