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How to connect SkySafari 6 + SkyFi 3 + Orion Synscan 4.39.15 via USB

Raul Ortega

June 09, 2021 19:25

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I can't seem to get SkySafari to recognize and connect to my Orion SkyView Pro via Synscan v4. I assume this is supported via a USB cable, or do I have to buy a serial connector instead?

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  Keiron Smith June 09, 2021 22:22

  Raul,

  Please provide more information about your setup:

  1. What app and version?
  2. What OS?
  3. What device?
  4. Can you establish a connection from your device to SkyFi 3?
  5. Does your hand controller have a USB port or an RS232 port on the bottom?
  6. Please provide photos showing how you are connecting SkyFi 3 to your mount.
  7. Please provide a screenshot of the error message in SkySafari.

  Thanks!

   

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  Raul Ortega June 09, 2021 22:45

  SkySafari 6 Pro v6.8.5.2

  Apple iPad IOS 14.4.2

  Orion SkyView Pro mount with GoTo Synscan V5 Controller - firmware v4.39.15

  My iPad connects to SkyFi without issue.

  The controller has both a USB and RS232 port on the bottom. The manual says it can be controlled by a computer via the USB port. This is the same issue as this one posted here. Same controller - same setup.

  https://support.simulationcurriculum.com/hc/en-us/community/posts/1500001044621-Scope-will-not-connect-SkyFi-3-Az-EQ5-S8-SS6-Pro?page=1#community_comment_1500001140641

  The error message says that I can connect to SkyFi but cannot get a response from the telescope.

  

   

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  Keiron Smith June 10, 2021 18:32

  The solution I provide was as follows:

  Please try the Multi-Purpose Port in the middle.  Its not clear from the manual that USB can be used for computer control.  It may just be for firmware updates.  

  Thanks!