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Celestron CGEM connection with Astroart 6
Posted: 09 Dec 2018, 16:49
by Forum_2016
Is there a trick to get astroart v6 to communicate with the Celestron CGEM scope? I'm trying both on my old XP machine or a new Windows 10.
I have time and clear skies - appreciate your thoughts!
N F Bascomb, PhD
Re: Celestron CGEM connection with Astroart 6
Posted: 09 Dec 2018, 16:49
by Forum_2016
I suggest the ASCOM driver. If it still does not work, try first with a planetarium software, for example the free Cartes Du Ciel:
http://www.ap-i.net/skychart/en/start
Re: Celestron CGEM connection with Astroart 6
Posted: 09 Dec 2018, 16:49
by Forum_2016
I'm assuming I have a problem with my USB port. Not sure why it would only be with the scope though. Nexremote, Cartes and Stellarium all fail to connect. I'll work on it this weekend and hopefully have a positive update.
Re: Celestron CGEM connection with Astroart 6
Posted: 09 Dec 2018, 16:50
by Forum_2016
It could be issues with the USB>Serial adaptor.
I found the Keyspan 19HS to work 100% for me.
https://www.tripplite.com/keyspan-high- ... r~USA19HS/
Re: Celestron CGEM connection with Astroart 6
Posted: 09 Dec 2018, 16:50
by Forum_2016
Thanks Merlin,
I've got my XP working with the Celestron driver, can't get the ASCOM driver to work yet and nothing working on the Windows 10 machine. It could be the USB - serial adapter, the indicator light is lost after about 15 seconds.
Re: Celestron CGEM connection with Astroart 6
Posted: 09 Dec 2018, 16:50
by Forum_2016
That was it. Installed the new USB->Serial adapter and everything worked great.
Many thanks!
I hope I can repay the favor some day.
Newell