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USB-C to EQ-mod converter. Seamlessly control your astronomical mount from your computer. Replace the manual controller with this USB-C device for precise and convenient control. Experience advanced remote functionalities for effortless observation and astrophotography. Upgrade your mount control with USBMOUNT01.

License: GNU General Public License v3.0

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usbmount01's Introduction

USBMOUNT - EQmod USB-C convertor

Control your mount directly from computer.

Skywatcher mounts are very popular among amateur astronomers due to their adorable price and good quality. In the GoTo versions, they are equipped with a hand control with which the user can find an object or perform basic service operations. However, these mounts can be connected to a computer and greatly expand its capabilities.

How to use

Connection

The USBMOUNT is connected instead of the hand control. It provides full mount functionality.

  • To computer: It is simple :) Only connect USBMOUNT to computer with USB-C cable. You can use, for example, the one you use for your smartphone. PC (pwr) LED should appear. It is recommended to use a quality cable to ensure a permanent and high-quality connection.
  • To mount: For connection to the assembly, the converter is equipped with an RJ45 connector. You can use a cable that you connect to the hand control or a direct Ethernet cable to connect. (If your mount have an RJ45 connector - see the table below). After successful connection to the assembly, the MOUNT (pwr) LED should light up.

It is expected that the mount is powered and switched on.

Mounting

The expected installation is using 3M DualLock Reclosable Fastener. (It is included in the package.) For gluing it is necessary to first degrease the surface and after gluing, keep it pressed for some time

If you need to operate the USBMOUNT (EQmod) over long distances, it is better to prefer a longer cable on the telescope side (RJ45). You can use a standard (straight) ethernet cable here. I recommend a shielded one. The length of the USB should not exceed 5m. Even with a shorter cable, the USB connection may not work reliably.

LED indicators

USBMOUNT is equipted with 4 LED diods. Two red ones indicate the presence of power in coresponding (nearest) connector. Simply if it is connected. The other two orange diods show data transfer. TX indicating data from computer to your mount. The RX is in the opposite direction.

Installation of drivers

Linux

The USBMOUNT01 device is natively supported by nowdays linux computers, ensuring effortless setup and compatibility for users. Simply connect USBMOUNT01 to your Linux computer, and you're ready to use USBMOUNT01 converter with your favourite control software. For example Indi with Kstars.

Windows

Stellarium

Kstars/Indi/Ekos

Supported mounts

Mount Connector Note
EQ8 RJ45
AZ-EQ6 RJ45
EQ6-R RJ45
NEQ6 PRO RJ45
EQ6 Pro RJ45
EQ6 Synscan
HEQ5 SynScan RJ45
HEQ5 SynTreck RJ45
EQ5 Synscan RJ45
EQ4 with Synscan (EQ5)
EQ3-2 with Synscan

The list may not be complete

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