Hi everyone. I am having problems with cable connection using EQMod driver and EQ6R-Pro mount. Although when the driver starts the mount is connected and I can even move it from the controls, a connection error message appears within a few seconds and stops working.
I am using a DIY cable with the FTDI232 chip and another with the CP2102 chip and the same thing happens with both.
If I make the EQMod connection through a Bluetooth adapter everything works perfectly. In addition I tried using a USB powered hub and it also works with the same cables.
Does the same thing happen to someone? Any ideas?
Thanks!
Are you running on a Raspberry Pi? I found my cables worked most reliably only when directly connected to it, not through a USB Hub. I have also had my own experiences with my own DIY EQDir cables and EQBT adapter. Ultimately I upgraded to a Lynx Astro FTDI EQDIR cable, but my Bluetooth adapter is stable so that's what I'm using primarily.
If you still have issues, make sure your power supply is providing adequate power to the mount.
The following user(s) said Thank You: Andres Rossi
Hi Ihoujin. I shortened my EQmod cable and now works fine, it seems like it was a too length cable problem.
Anyway, as you too, my EQBT works fine. Did you try using guiding via EQBT?