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Tim Campbell I own a SkyFi 2 (not the SkyFi 3) so I'm not sure if this works the same. But here goes...
By default the device wants to create it's own network and anything that wants to use the scope via the SkyFi has to join that network (not the home network). BUT... that's merely the default.
To change the default you still have to (initially) join the SkyFi's own network then point your web browser to http:10.0.0.1. That will bring up a configuration page that lets you change a few things.
While you're there, it's a good idea to give your SkyFi a more secure configuration (by default ANYONE can join that network and control your scope). You can give it a name, a password, etc. so that only your devices can join the network.
But this also gives you the option to tell it about your home network.
When I do this with my SkyFi 2, it's behavior upon start up is to search for my home network... if after a period of time it cannot find the network, it will give up and create it's own network. This is basically a preferred behavior because it means when at home, it will auto-join your network. But if you travel away from home, it will create it's own network.
Your computer/phone/iPad must normally be on the same wifi network to work (there are some exceptions if you understand networking - unless you are familiar with the rules for networking then I would just make sure the client & SkyFi 3 are on the same WiFi network.)
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Benjamin Taylor Thanks Tim. I’ve tried all of that. I do admit to not being network savy🤯
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Benjamin Taylor Ps sorry this was a accidental double post. More details of my issue are in the other post.
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