I am fully conversant with INDI on the Pi and have recently been using the Python wrapper to create some cool automation scripts for my EQ6. INDI Rocks!

I have a new project where I want a very simple PiZero controlling a SW AZ-Goto mount. The older silver/black one. I made a direct cable with FTDI chip but indi_eqmod_telescope complains about reflected commands (Tx/Rx short on MC001 motor controller?)

I have done a ton of reading online and lots of testing, including looking at the TX/Rx on my scope where I can see the MC001 motor control board responding to the EQMOD commands, but the EQMOD driver seems to be confused by seeing the reflected command comming back. Sent=:j1<0d> Recvd=:j1<0d>

Obviously the standard Synscan handset I have will talk to the mount fine, however I want to dispense with that and talk directly. Am I mad?? Is what I want to do possible?

Many thanks

Roo, UK

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