Since I aquired an Losmandy G11 mount without any goto provision I decided to create my own solution. I was a bit reluctant to use a Gemini, mainly because of the cost, but also due to the reliability since the servo motors are somewhat prone to failure. I also like to have complete control over the software/firmware so that no "show stopper" issues will ever be a problem for me. Looking around the 'net I saw other goto systems that seemed capable, but either they had needlessly complex hardware or were commercial systems that cost about twice what they should.
OnStep is a computerized goto system, usually for stepper motor equipped mounts though any step/dir interface motor driver (including servo) should work. It was designed, from the beginning, as a more or less general purpose system and provisions were made in the firmware to allow for use on a variety of mounts including Equatorial and Alt/Az (GEM, Fork, Dobsonian, etc.) It uses an LX200 like computer command set with a few extensions to suit hand controller-less operation.
There's a telescope hand controller App for Android (free in the Google Play Store,) an option to control through a website (Smart Web Server,) and a dedicated physical hand controller (Smart Hand Controller.) Or, on a PC there's ASCOM and INDI drivers for control. These options allow you to setup and control OnStep using a wide range of software including my Sky Planetarium, Cartes du Ciel, Stellarium, SkySafari, KStars, PHD2, etc. You can see most of the control possibilities in the diagram below:
Also, please visit my StellarJourney.comsite for updates, links toOnStep resources, my other astronomy software, or to see someImages taken with the assistance of my OnStep operated mounts.
If you find OnStep useful and would like to show your appreciation and support please consider making asmall monetary donation. This keeps me motivated and helps cover expenses associated with my projects.
Nice prototype Alt bearing. Glad to hear the nail is just temp, would create issues down the road; LOL.
Ken, I forgot to answer your question about Polaris. Yes, I started with the scope pointed at
Nice prototype Alt bearing. Glad to hear the nail is just temp, would create issues down the road; LOL.
Ken, I forgot to answer your question about Polaris. Yes, I started with the scope pointed at
Just compile/upload the WiFi software with:
#define DISPLAY_WEATHER ON // OFF, ON ambient conditions in locale default units. Option
in the WiFi config.h file. When set to "ON"
Just compile/upload the WiFi software with:
#define DISPLAY_WEATHER ON // OFF, ON ambient conditions in locale default units. Option
in the WiFi config.h file. When set to "ON"
Hi all, I have added the BME280 to my FYSETC S6. It seems working, or better, I see no errors on the wifi page. Is there any way I can actually see the measured humidity, temperature, pressure values?
Hi all, I have added the BME280 to my FYSETC S6. It seems working, or better, I see no errors on the wifi page. Is there any way I can actually see the measured humidity, temperature, pressure values?
GR2 is invalid, it should be the number of teeth for each axis gear. From what I read for this mount, you should have:
For RA/Axis 1: 144
Dec/Axis2: 90
I don’t see your values in second
GR2 is invalid, it should be the number of teeth for each axis gear. From what I read for this mount, you should have:
For RA/Axis 1: 144
Dec/Axis2: 90
I don’t see your values in second
Hi,
I'm hoping I can get some guidance on my setup. The problem I'm having is the GOTO is not getting anywhere near the object I'm going for. I'm starting out with the alignment settings and haven't
Hi,
I'm hoping I can get some guidance on my setup. The problem I'm having is the GOTO is not getting anywhere near the object I'm going for. I'm starting out with the alignment settings and haven't
Please help how the confing settings for EQ-2 should be.,
I looked at the spreadsheet, but I didn't understand much. how to configure Dec and ra for eq2. There are 60 teeth and 15 teeth pulley belt
Please help how the confing settings for EQ-2 should be.,
I looked at the spreadsheet, but I didn't understand much. how to configure Dec and ra for eq2. There are 60 teeth and 15 teeth pulley belt
Software update.
I haven't updated the software, since I completed my first Onstep in 2018. As I decided to build a SHC manual controller and I started to read about the improvements that have been
Software update.
I haven't updated the software, since I completed my first Onstep in 2018. As I decided to build a SHC manual controller and I started to read about the improvements that have been
Can you link me to a wiki page for the bt hc-05 adapter board in the kit. I'm pretty sure of what needs to be done but I want to be 100% sure of what needs to be done. Great kit btw congrats to you
Can you link me to a wiki page for the bt hc-05 adapter board in the kit. I'm pretty sure of what needs to be done but I want to be 100% sure of what needs to be done. Great kit btw congrats to you
Mike you were correct about the leds. It can drive them both just fine with no modification. Just got done with a 2 hour bench run testing the motors and drivers for heating issues. Glad to report
Mike you were correct about the leds. It can drive them both just fine with no modification. Just got done with a 2 hour bench run testing the motors and drivers for heating issues. Glad to report
I would start by loading a WiFi Analyzer app and look at the channels that are in use. My bet is that the ONSTEP SSID is using the same channel as another SSID and so your connection is switching. I
I would start by loading a WiFi Analyzer app and look at the channels that are in use. My bet is that the ONSTEP SSID is using the same channel as another SSID and so your connection is switching. I
This is a sign that the motors are stalling.
Your power supply may be insufficient. You need at least a 2A or 3A power supply.
Also, what did you set the Vref to? It has to be between 40% to 70% of
This is a sign that the motors are stalling.
Your power supply may be insufficient. You need at least a 2A or 3A power supply.
Also, what did you set the Vref to? It has to be between 40% to 70% of
Hi guys,
Im building a FYysectc S6, it moves my EQ3 EXOS-NANO mount, but when i add my telescope or even a dslr camera + counterweigth it does noise and dosnt move
My current rig is a sv503 80ED f7
Hi guys,
Im building a FYysectc S6, it moves my EQ3 EXOS-NANO mount, but when i add my telescope or even a dslr camera + counterweigth it does noise and dosnt move
My current rig is a sv503 80ED f7
thank you very much, I solved the problem. hc06 connected directly. both of my engines are working. in addition, the stelarium and ascom connections were also completed.the only obstacle in front of
thank you very much, I solved the problem. hc06 connected directly. both of my engines are working. in addition, the stelarium and ascom connections were also completed.the only obstacle in front of
John,
I believe I am seeing an issue with the EthernetAddOn.
My setup is EthernetAddOn v2.2e with Teensy 4.0 (from John Peterson post 3/17 ethernet.zip).
My OnStep is v3.16q on a MaxPCB.
This
John,
I believe I am seeing an issue with the EthernetAddOn.
My setup is EthernetAddOn v2.2e with Teensy 4.0 (from John Peterson post 3/17 ethernet.zip).
My OnStep is v3.16q on a MaxPCB.
This
very, very beautiful,
I have an eq 2 beaver I use a4988 surucu
but I don't know what the confng settings will be like.
I use 60 teeth and 15 cloves of pulleys and 15 teeth in every part
My
very, very beautiful,
I have an eq 2 beaver I use a4988 surucu
but I don't know what the confng settings will be like.
I use 60 teeth and 15 cloves of pulleys and 15 teeth in every part
My
First test drive. Cloudy night but full moon, so let's try tracking!
I don't have a visual of Polaris from the backyard, so the mount was set up so-so with the help of some apps.
Also, no alignment,
First test drive. Cloudy night but full moon, so let's try tracking!
I don't have a visual of Polaris from the backyard, so the mount was set up so-so with the help of some apps.
Also, no alignment,
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