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HEQ5 Pro RA Play during Rowan Mod

Last post by Juno16 « Fri Apr 15, 2022 8:53 pm
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by skysnapper » Fri Apr 08, 2022 2:29 pm

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I've just done the Rowan belt mod on a few months old HEQ5Pro.
Dec conversion went without problems.

Doing RA, after removing the motor I found...

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Massive massive improvement ! :dance:

Was lucky enough to test just now and guiding staying roughly below 1 arc second.
Thanks to all who pointed...

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Last post by Juno16
Fri Apr 15, 2022 8:53 pm
"Type Initializatin Error" in Skywatcher´s ASCOM Driver

Last post by amv8vantage « Sat Feb 26, 2022 10:32 am
Replies: 8
by Gujopedi » Thu Jan 21, 2021 4:46 pm

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Hi all!

Some time ago (may be 18 months) i could control my HEQ5 via APT without any problem,
using
Ascom Platform 6.3.0.2831
Win 10
Serial >...

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Hi Günter!

I have had similar problems and looking at the Release Notes from Skywatcher, it seems that a workaround is in place starting with...

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Last post by amv8vantage
Sat Feb 26, 2022 10:32 am
EQ8-R Question

Last post by JayTee « Mon Jan 17, 2022 6:53 pm
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by Caribur » Mon Jan 17, 2022 2:55 pm

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Hello,
I recently purchased a Skywatcher EQ8-R mount and I have a question: in order to operate correctly, both the RA clutch lever and the DEC...

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Both clutches need to be tight. The drive motors can only drive the telescope mount axes when the clutches are tight.

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Last post by JayTee
Mon Jan 17, 2022 6:53 pm
HEQ5 Rowan belt mod tutorial

Last post by Juno16 « Thu Dec 09, 2021 11:39 pm
Replies: 5
by MartinF » Wed Dec 08, 2021 9:10 pm

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I just made a tutorial on how I performed the Rowan Belt mod on my HEQ5. Maybe it could be of some use for someone who is planning it. I chose text...

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Yeah, I think you can hear that already in my video. The sound before/after.

Yes, definitely quieter.

Luckily, my mount is pretty well behaved....

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Last post by Juno16
Thu Dec 09, 2021 11:39 pm
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R and the SynScan GPS Module

Last post by NoDarkSkies « Tue Nov 16, 2021 5:10 pm
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by NoDarkSkies » Fri Feb 28, 2020 11:04 pm

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I got my new EQ6-R Pro the one with the USB Port on the Head and on the Hand Controller.
I connect the SynScan GPS Module to the Hand Controller and...

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Back in the Game, Took a little longer than a year and a half to complete my new home so now I am back settings up my hardware.

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Last post by NoDarkSkies
Tue Nov 16, 2021 5:10 pm
Run_time error 9 Subscript out of range

Last post by graywmj5 « Mon Nov 15, 2021 3:21 pm

by graywmj5 » Mon Nov 15, 2021 3:21 pm

HI all,

I have been using my EQ-6 R almost nightly for well over a year without issue. Suddenly, I cannot connect and get the following error:
Run...

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Last post by graywmj5
Mon Nov 15, 2021 3:21 pm
SKyTee-2 mechanics?

Last post by Bigzmey « Thu Nov 04, 2021 7:30 pm
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by pakarinen » Thu Nov 04, 2021 5:30 pm

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Didn't find pics, so -

Does the counterweight bar unscrew completely from the ST-2?

Is there a safety washer at the end of the counterweight rod...

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Didn't find pics, so -

Does the counterweight bar unscrew completely from the ST-2?

Is there a safety washer at the end of the counterweight rod...

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Last post by Bigzmey
Thu Nov 04, 2021 7:30 pm
Az GTi - very tempted.

Last post by Gfamily « Fri Oct 22, 2021 8:30 pm
Replies: 23
by Gfamily » Fri May 31, 2019 2:03 pm
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Definitely tempted by the SW Az GTi mount.

I have a decent tripod and a Star Adventurer Wedge, so it works be nice to have a compact mount.
And the...

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Well, I succumbed

Curious to hear about your long(er) term experiences after you've had it for awhile.

Still delighted with it in combination...
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Last post by Gfamily
Fri Oct 22, 2021 8:30 pm
Skywatcher mount and Bresser telescope

Last post by Bigzmey « Wed Oct 20, 2021 9:20 pm
Replies: 2
by Lironna » Wed Oct 20, 2021 9:04 am

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hello, help needed please. :)
i bought the skywatcher eq6 pro alt-az. i already have a bresser refrector telescope , 152, 6 . this telescope will...

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Welcome to TSS Lironna! The dovetail on your scope is a bit strange, consisting of 3 pieces. It does look like Vixen style and as Pakarinen indicated...

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Last post by Bigzmey
Wed Oct 20, 2021 9:20 pm
Question - Sky Watcher EQ6-R Pro and SynScan, what to do if SynScan locks

Last post by chris_g « Wed Oct 13, 2021 9:46 pm
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by chris_g » Sun Aug 22, 2021 4:22 am

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I was out tonight working out some kinks with the SynScan Hand set. I was manually slewing to some area and started sidereal tracking and everything...

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I stopped using the hand controller and switched to synscan pro on the mini PC. The software acted goofy once or twice but after reboot the PC, the...

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Last post by chris_g
Wed Oct 13, 2021 9:46 pm
For the lucky owners of SkyWatcher Skytee 2 mount :)

Last post by pakarinen « Sat Oct 09, 2021 7:21 pm
Replies: 5
by Bigzmey » Fri Oct 08, 2021 11:55 pm

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As you know Skytee 2 can accommodate up to 3 scopes. I was searching for a compact vixen style saddle for the top position to hold my 80ST frac. It...

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I put rings on mine, but I would like to take them off.

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Last post by pakarinen
Sat Oct 09, 2021 7:21 pm
Az -Eq6 -service video

Last post by Lady Fraktor « Sun Sep 12, 2021 5:40 pm
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by UkDave » Sun Sep 12, 2021 8:44 am

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If anyone it thinking of stripping their Az -Eq6 a friend of mine has posted a strip down video which may be helpful , graham is very knowledgeable...

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Thank you Dave, I am sure this will help out the Skywatcher fans quite a bit.

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Last post by Lady Fraktor
Sun Sep 12, 2021 5:40 pm
Skywatcher SAM PC connectivity

Last post by maceemiller « Wed Aug 18, 2021 7:34 am
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by maceemiller » Thu Aug 05, 2021 4:50 pm

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Hi all.

So, I have the skywatcher star adventurer mini and I love it....works perfectly....except....

I'm trying to get the dithering working and...

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Hi all, just a quick update....

If anyone else has connection issues its 99.9% the USB lead itself.

I've been puzzled as to why I couldn't connect...

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Last post by maceemiller
Wed Aug 18, 2021 7:34 am
Mount

Last post by JayTee « Tue Jul 27, 2021 1:53 am
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by EDog » Mon Jul 26, 2021 12:05 am

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I have a new Esprit 80, 50 ED guidescope on a HEQ5 mount. I cannot figure out how to mount my guidescope. There seems to be way too much movement on...

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Thanks Rob,

Reading carefully is almost always the correct procedure. Thanks again.

Cheers

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Last post by JayTee
Tue Jul 27, 2021 1:53 am
EQ6 R Pro Usb integrated burning

Last post by Graeme1858 « Tue Jul 13, 2021 11:20 am
Replies: 8
by tayfun » Fri Jul 09, 2021 11:36 pm

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Friends, first of all, I apologize for English.I used a translation program.I burned the motherboard 3 times.1.short circuit 2.USB port not working...

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I reckon it's your power supply causing the damage or the ra motor you can see the 12volt terminal burnt and the voltage controller on the left of...

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Last post by Graeme1858
Tue Jul 13, 2021 11:20 am
Upgraded knobs for EQ6-R Pro?

Last post by JayTee « Wed Jun 30, 2021 8:42 pm
Replies: 5
by Larry 1969 » Fri Aug 14, 2020 3:07 pm

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Hello all!
Is there a good source for upgtaded knobs for my newer EQ6-R Pro?
I see some on eBay but question their quality.

Thanks!

Larry

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Your local Ace Hardware, not the other Home Improvement Biggie's, typically have a large selection of knobs in their nuts and bolts area. I go there...

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Last post by JayTee
Wed Jun 30, 2021 8:42 pm
EQ8-R Pro question

Last post by lostone « Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:15 pm
Replies: 9
by lostone » Tue Mar 09, 2021 2:01 am

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Is anyone out there with an EQ8-R using the built in USB hub on there mount?

I'm working on relocating my Eagle from the scope to the pier and...

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what a bummer, i get the same problem with most usb hubs that are not powerd.. i typically just don't use them and run 3-4 usb cords to my laptop,...

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Last post by lostone
Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:15 pm
Polar Scope Question

Last post by bigfish « Tue Mar 09, 2021 4:32 am
Replies: 4
by bigfish » Sun Mar 07, 2021 2:15 am

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I'm sure this has been asked a million time before but nothings coming up in Google search.
When my reticle is turned to resemble a clock face the...

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No, the position of the counterweight bar is totally irrelevant to the operation of the polar scope. Just ignore it. What matters is that the reticle...

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Last post by bigfish
Tue Mar 09, 2021 4:32 am
Sky Watcher EQ6-R Pro Question

Last post by lostone « Sat Feb 13, 2021 4:49 am
Replies: 3
by bigfish » Fri Jan 22, 2021 3:19 am

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Hello everyone!

I am eying a new EQ6-R Pro mount.
Super simple question:
Can you use the hand controller at the same time the mount is connected to...

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Would depend on which of the 2 EQ6-R Pro's you get. The one I had, had the USB port right in the mount head next to the Hand Controller port. I was...

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Last post by lostone
Sat Feb 13, 2021 4:49 am
Rowan Belt Modification to NEQ6 Pro Results

Last post by Gordon « Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:50 pm
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by howardschneck » Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:38 pm

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For those interested, I did just complete a Rowan Belt Mod on my NEQ6 Pro mount. I was able to get out the past 2 evenings and my guiding was better...

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Interesting. I have read differing opinions on whether or not Belt mods can or will improve guiding, but I will say that most people agree with what...

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Last post by Gordon
Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:50 pm
Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro

Last post by yobbo89 « Fri Jan 22, 2021 1:05 pm
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by Kerry C. » Wed Apr 01, 2020 5:01 pm

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Ok a couple of questions regarding the Sky-Watcher HEQ5 mount.
Have you done the Rowen belt drive conversion and if so was it worth it?
Do I really...

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worth the upgrade :) , done a rowen belt mod to my eq6 .

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Last post by yobbo89
Fri Jan 22, 2021 1:05 pm
Friday the 13th arrived late ...

Last post by messier 111 « Thu Nov 19, 2020 3:16 pm
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by messier 111 » Wed Nov 18, 2020 2:55 am

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today was the day to go get my new mount eq6-r.
well I thought so.
I brought my 120ed to see how the whole thing would behave.
at the beginning...

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Sorry to hear. I hope you can get a replacement.

thank you, as i said it starts badly with them.
I'm still at the stage of seeing what I'm going...

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Last post by messier 111
Thu Nov 19, 2020 3:16 pm
HEQ5 Polar Scope Diagonal

Last post by craigWA « Tue Nov 10, 2020 5:35 pm

by craigWA » Tue Nov 10, 2020 5:35 pm

I have been informed by SkyWatcher that the Polar Scope eyepiece will not fit in a diagonal (I know, I tried; the 1.25 diagonal diameter is larger...

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Last post by craigWA
Tue Nov 10, 2020 5:35 pm
question regarding odd behavior with EQMod/Ascom

Last post by yobbo89 « Mon Oct 12, 2020 12:57 pm
Replies: 5
by graywmj5 » Sun Oct 11, 2020 12:07 am

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HI all,

I have a question that I hope will be easily answered. Setting up EQMod and working with Stellarium. The programs seem to work fine together...

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as henk said, sounds like mount limits, i turned this off and just monitor every slew. you can set your own limits in eqmod

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Last post by yobbo89
Mon Oct 12, 2020 12:57 pm
HEQ5 Tripod

Last post by Lady Fraktor « Fri Oct 09, 2020 7:40 pm
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by craigWA » Fri Oct 09, 2020 6:45 pm

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Hi,
I want to use my HEQ5 tripod as a general heavy-duty tripod (camera+heavy lens, no tracking); does anyone know of a base that can be attached...

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You may have to fashion something out of wood that will act as a adapter between the two.

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Fri Oct 09, 2020 7:40 pm

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