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Re: AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware
Mark Townsend
Thanks everyone.
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Re: Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Roland Christen
If you leave it out in the rain
You better drain
If you leave it out in the mist
You might be missed
Rolando
-----Original Message-----
From: Michael Hambrick via groups.io <mike.hambrick@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io Sent: Fri, Aug 14, 2020 6:41 am Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light Hi Roland
My GTOCP4 (purchased in 2017) does not have drain holes in it, but a while back there was a really detailed post from Joe Zeglinski regarding the potential for dew flooding of the GTOCP4 case which also had a link to a YouTube video that Tony (a.k.a. Harley Davidson) made showing how he added drain holes in the bottom of his GTOCP4 case. Do you recommend adding these drain holes if we are in a heavy dew environment ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwU5ibObflw Best Regards Michael Hambrick ARLANXEO TSR Global Manufacturing Support PO Box 2000 Orange, TX 77631-2000 Phone: +1 (409) 882-2799 email: mike.hambrick@...
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Re: Help With APPM and Dome Slewing/Camera Image Not In Sync
Ray Gralak
Hi Tony,
I noticed that the Dec reading during the APPM run is "0" when the CW is up and "7.0" when the CW is down...isI don't know what you mean by this. Your screenshot is too small to see any detail. -Ray Gralak Author of APCC (Astro-Physics Command Center): https://www.astro-physics.com/apcc-pro Author of PEMPro V3: https://www.ccdware.com Author of Astro-Physics V2 ASCOM Driver: https://www.siriusimaging.com/apdriver -----Original Message-----
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Re: Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Michael Hambrick <mike.hambrick@...>
Hi Roland
My GTOCP4 (purchased in 2017) does not have drain holes in it, but a while back there was a really detailed post from Joe Zeglinski regarding the potential for dew flooding of the GTOCP4 case which also had a link to a YouTube video that Tony (a.k.a. Harley Davidson) made showing how he added drain holes in the bottom of his GTOCP4 case. Do you recommend adding these drain holes if we are in a heavy dew environment ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwU5ibObflw Best Regards Michael Hambrick ARLANXEO TSR Global Manufacturing Support PO Box 2000 Orange, TX 77631-2000 Phone: +1 (409) 882-2799 email: mike.hambrick@...
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Re: Help With APPM and Dome Slewing/Camera Image Not In Sync
The message I was getting was "Maximum Plate Solve Time Exceeded". It was set to 10 sec, so I upped that to 45 sec and all looks good again...I think :)
I noticed that the Dec reading during the APPM run is "0" when the CW is up and "7.0" when the CW is down...is that normal? 
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Re: Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Bill Long
:)
From: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> on behalf of uncarollo2 <chris1011@...> via groups.io <chris1011@...>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 4:58 PM To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light The encoder readheads are fully sealed and cannot be damaged by rain, snow or dead of night.
Rolando
-----Original Message-----
From: Bill Long <bill@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 6:53 pm Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Silly question perhaps, but in the case of the sudden shower -- would the encoder read heads be safe?
From: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> on behalf of uncarollo2 <chris1011@...> via groups.io <chris1011@...>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 4:48 PM To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light By the way, forgot to mention that the original Yellow Light problem was caused by the CP4 being inadvertently left out in the rain at some point in its history. That caused some components on one of the boards to eventually fail, and we
replaced that board which solved the yellow light problem. Unfortunately the unit is not waterproof when it comes to rain. We also removed the plugs on the bottom of the case so if it does get wet, the water won't accumulate.
The mount itself won't be damaged by rain, just the electronics. I usually unplug my keypad and CP controller from the mount and bring them inside if I plan to leave the mount out. In my Hawaii house I've experienced sudden showers that
spring up just a few minutes after the sky was crystal clear.
Rolando
-----Original Message-----
From: Mikko Viljamaa <mikko.viljamaa@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 5:52 pm Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light Thanks Rolando, appreciated!
- Mikko
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Re: Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Roland Christen
The encoder readheads are fully sealed and cannot be damaged by rain, snow or dead of night.
Rolando
-----Original Message-----
From: Bill Long <bill@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 6:53 pm Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Silly question perhaps, but in the case of the sudden shower -- would the encoder read heads be safe?
From: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> on behalf of uncarollo2 <chris1011@...> via groups.io <chris1011@...>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 4:48 PM To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light By the way, forgot to mention that the original Yellow Light problem was caused by the CP4 being inadvertently left out in the rain at some point in its history. That caused some components on one of the boards to eventually fail, and we
replaced that board which solved the yellow light problem. Unfortunately the unit is not waterproof when it comes to rain. We also removed the plugs on the bottom of the case so if it does get wet, the water won't accumulate.
The mount itself won't be damaged by rain, just the electronics. I usually unplug my keypad and CP controller from the mount and bring them inside if I plan to leave the mount out. In my Hawaii house I've experienced sudden showers that
spring up just a few minutes after the sky was crystal clear.
Rolando
-----Original Message-----
From: Mikko Viljamaa <mikko.viljamaa@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 5:52 pm Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light Thanks Rolando, appreciated!
- Mikko
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Re: Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Bill Long
Silly question perhaps, but in the case of the sudden shower -- would the encoder read heads be safe?
From: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> on behalf of uncarollo2 <chris1011@...> via groups.io <chris1011@...>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 4:48 PM To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light By the way, forgot to mention that the original Yellow Light problem was caused by the CP4 being inadvertently left out in the rain at some point in its history. That caused some components on one of the boards to eventually fail, and we
replaced that board which solved the yellow light problem. Unfortunately the unit is not waterproof when it comes to rain. We also removed the plugs on the bottom of the case so if it does get wet, the water won't accumulate.
The mount itself won't be damaged by rain, just the electronics. I usually unplug my keypad and CP controller from the mount and bring them inside if I plan to leave the mount out. In my Hawaii house I've experienced sudden showers that
spring up just a few minutes after the sky was crystal clear.
Rolando
-----Original Message-----
From: Mikko Viljamaa <mikko.viljamaa@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 5:52 pm Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light Thanks Rolando, appreciated!
- Mikko
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Re: Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Roland Christen
By the way, forgot to mention that the original Yellow Light problem was caused by the CP4 being inadvertently left out in the rain at some point in its history. That caused some components on one of the boards to eventually fail, and we replaced that board which solved the yellow light problem. Unfortunately the unit is not waterproof when it comes to rain. We also removed the plugs on the bottom of the case so if it does get wet, the water won't accumulate.
The mount itself won't be damaged by rain, just the electronics. I usually unplug my keypad and CP controller from the mount and bring them inside if I plan to leave the mount out. In my Hawaii house I've experienced sudden showers that spring up just a few minutes after the sky was crystal clear.
Rolando
-----Original Message-----
From: Mikko Viljamaa <mikko.viljamaa@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 5:52 pm Subject: Re: [ap-gto] Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light Thanks Rolando, appreciated!
- Mikko
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Re: Mach1 and GTOCP4 Yellow Light
Mikko Viljamaa
Thanks Rolando, appreciated!
- Mikko
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Re: AP1100 Dec End Plate
Phillip H Coker <pcoker36@...>
Never mind. There are four possible ways to slip the plate on but only one works. The thing is not symmetrical.
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On Aug 13, 2020, at 15:43, Phillip H Coker via groups.io <pcoker36@...> wrote:
Removed the end plate to feed control wires through the mount. Now cannot get the end plate to go back on. Removed the safety knobs to make sure that the brass pins were not in the way. That didn't help so I set the Plate out on the driveway in the sun until it heated up to probably 125F but that didn't help either. That plate slipped off easily with no binding but I cannot get it back on. What is the secret?? Phillip
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AP1100 Dec End Plate
Phillip H Coker <pcoker36@...>
Removed the end plate to feed control wires through the mount. Now cannot get the end plate to go back on. Removed the safety knobs to make sure that the brass pins were not in the way. That didn't help so I set the Plate out on the driveway in the sun until it heated up to probably 125F but that didn't help either. That plate slipped off easily with no binding but I cannot get it back on. What is the secret??
Phillip
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Re: AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware
Bill Long
If you use the provided 22.1mm spacer, the min length is the same. If you dont use it, the min length of the flattener adapter will be 2.6mm longer. (20.9mm vs 18.3mm).
From: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> on behalf of Michael Hambrick via groups.io <mike.hambrick@...>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 1:18 PM To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Subject: Re: [ap-gto] AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware I agree. Precise Parts can build adapters for just about any combination. They do have limits on the minimum length for some adapters.
Best Regards Michael Hambrick ARLANXEO TSR Global Manufacturing Support PO Box 2000 Orange, TX 77631-2000 Phone: +1 (409) 882-2799 email: mike.hambrick@...
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Re: AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware
Michael Hambrick <mike.hambrick@...>
I agree. Precise Parts can build adapters
for just about any combination. They do have limits on the minimum length
for some adapters.
Best Regards Michael Hambrick ARLANXEO TSR Global Manufacturing Support PO Box 2000 Orange, TX 77631-2000 Phone: +1 (409) 882-2799 email: mike.hambrick@...
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Re: AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware
R Botero
Mark Precise parts will certainly make you a very good part but the Baader route is also available and likely cheaper, especially if you are not in the US (I don’t know where you are). Or you could machine an adapter if you have access to a lathe?
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Re: AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware
Bill Long
Precise Parts is the best route.
From: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> on behalf of Mark Townsend <albertawow@...>
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2020 12:34 PM To: main@ap-gto.groups.io <main@ap-gto.groups.io> Subject: [ap-gto] AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware Hello All,
I'm currently using the AP Nose piece adapter for CCD field flatteners and telecompressor (part #ADATCC2) to attach my ZWOASI6200MM camera. The AP Nose Piece adapter makes is very difficult to adjust the telecompressors 1mm spacing allowance. The three compression screws on the adapter can easily create tilt issues plus sliding the camera/filter wheel in out with any accuracy is difficult to say the least. Does anyone know if there is an accurate threaded spacer option available to match the AP field flattener and quad telecompressor to the ZWOASI6200MM&FilterWheel? Thanks in advance.
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AP130mm Gran Turismo (Field Flattener and quad telecompressor) to ZWOASI6200M Spacing Hardware
Mark Townsend
Hello All,
I'm currently using the AP Nose piece adapter for CCD field flatteners and telecompressor (part #ADATCC2) to attach my ZWOASI6200MM camera. The AP Nose Piece adapter makes is very difficult to adjust the telecompressors 1mm spacing allowance. The three compression screws on the adapter can easily create tilt issues plus sliding the camera/filter wheel in out with any accuracy is difficult to say the least. Does anyone know if there is an accurate threaded spacer option available to match the AP field flattener and quad telecompressor to the ZWOASI6200MM&FilterWheel? Thanks in advance.
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Re: 1200GTO Pointing Issues
Roland Christen
Don't use Autostart YES until you get it to first work with Resume from Present Position and Autostart NO. Once it works and points correctly you can switch to YES and it will start automatically from any position that you left the scope in, even if you left it pointing to China.
Rolando
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From: carlburton2001 <cburton52@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 12:15 pm Subject: Re: [ap-gto] 1200GTO Pointing Issues Hi Rolando
I'll make sure the time is correct. Thanks
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Re: 1200GTO Pointing Issues
carlburton2001
Hi Rolando
I'll make sure the time is correct. Thanks
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Re: 1200GTO Pointing Issues
Roland Christen
Remember also that your time, date and location must be correct in the keypad. If your first slew is off by 45 degrees it is most likely that one of these is wrong, probably the time, daylight savings etc.
Rolando
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From: carlburton2001 <cburton52@...> To: main@ap-gto.groups.io Sent: Thu, Aug 13, 2020 10:21 am Subject: Re: [ap-gto] 1200GTO Pointing Issues Hi Ray
I've done the update and can connect to mount. I have changed to Aotoconnect=Yes from the keypad. There a couple clear nights here in MI so hopefully I can get this ironed out. Thanks Peter & everyone for the help. Once I get the observatory straight it will be great to flip a switch and go. Carl
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