Hi, just used my GOTOSTAR on CG5 for the 1st time. I didn't do a very good polar alignment so it didn't slew to target very well..all my fault. No pole star...
Hi everybody. Just discovered that the iOptron website has been updated. There is a pdf manual for the GotoNova (a bit basic), and updated usb/rs232 driver. It...
Hi, I don't know if the firmware update is for the GotoStar as well (it should be !!!!!!). I would be interested in iOptrons response. Not getting a lot of...
... Thank you for your interest in iOptron products. Yes, Gotostar has been superseded by iOptron and GotoNova. The firmware release on iOptron site should...
Further to this I received an E-mail from the GOTOSTAR moderator, XuWen. ... Dear Sir, ioptron is an company BATI and IDEA. iOptron will take control of ...
Hi all, Currently i have the following firmware running: GOTOSTAR_ENGLISH_GRAY_LCD_070312.bin Is there already anything more recent? If so, where can I find...
Hi, I just tried to update my firmware with the files (CP210x)from iOptron as well, but, they appear to be windows drivers, even though it is listed as...
Thanks for the feedback Brendan. I downloaded the update file as well, and like you could not find any "*.bin" files. I have the black GotoNova USB handset...
No not yet Bob, I'm busy communicating with iOptron regarding all this. They have been very helpful. I'll get back ASAP. I added a firmware update procedure...
... Hi, Thank you for your interest in iOptron products. The so called "white" handset is an obsolete version. Now we only offer "black". We are updating our...
Hi Brendan Keep hanging in there. I am sure it will work out O.K. I will be happy to post my experiences, when they release the latest 'bin' update file for...
Hi folks, I am mucking around trying computer control of my Gotostar, simulating it all indoors (it's raining), just to see how it goes. I could connect the...
Problem solved. I didn't install the Ascom platform package from http://ascom-standards.org Installing this fixed the selection of Ascom drivers and I could ...
Hi Brendan Thanks for the information I will have to try that out too Have heard others mention "GUIDE DOG" What is it and where can I get it from Cheers Derek...
Hi Derek Guide dog is software that allows you to use a web cam to autoguide your telescope. http://www.barkosoftware.com/ Another famous piece of software for...
Hi folks I've uploaded a basic document on how to computer control the Gotostar system using Cartes Du Ceil (CDC), see the "files section of this site". ...
Cheers Brendon I look forward to hearing how you get on Dark skies Derek _____ From: ideaxuwen@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ideaxuwen@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of...
Thanks Brendan Will take a look after this weekends observing Dark Skies Derek _____ From: ideaxuwen@yahoogroups.com [mailto:ideaxuwen@yahoogroups.com] On...
Hi All I purchased a GotoNova Kit yesterday att the Leeds Astromeet from Richard and Ian of Astronomica. So far quite pleased, it's outside at the moment...
Gidday Nidge. I have the Gotostar version but I believe the Gotonova will be similar operation. When you look at the main screen, a 64X or 256X or max is...
Actually you might be right and cannot change the go-to slew speed. I tried tonight and the scope slews at it's won speed. My guess is that because the motors...
Hi I have just received my new Goldstar and am attempting to interface it with cartes du Ciel. My handset came with a USB connector but all the com ports in...
... interface ... Hi Dave Once you install the drivers and plug the handset into the USB port, hopefully you'll get a message above the tool bar that says new ...
My thoughts exactly Brendan. I'm also an owner of a LXD55 mount and that has an option for "Quiet Slew" which in my neighbourhood is needed :(. Last night was...
Hi Nidge thanks for the advice. I went to the iOptron website and downloaded their USB/serial driver and have found out from the ASCOM website howto see what...
