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by dpanderson
Tue Jan 30, 2024 6:16 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Garmin GPS18X not connecting
Replies: 1
Views: 430

Re: Garmin GPS18X not connecting

I've never used EO so I can't help you out. Please try EO tech support.
by dpanderson
Tue Jan 23, 2024 5:43 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Problem getting my Nikon D7500 recognized
Replies: 3
Views: 519

Re: Problem getting my Nikon D7500 recognized

DSUSBCheck provides very low level control of the DSUSB, i.e. it allows you to control the LED color and the two electrical signals all separately. For many cameras, both the "Assert" and the "Open" signals must be used to get the shutter to open. Some cameras only take one or the other signal to ge...
by dpanderson
Mon Jan 01, 2024 6:52 am
Forum: Third-Party Hardware and Software
Topic: Canon EOS D5 Mark III
Replies: 1
Views: 909

Re: Canon EOS D5 Mark III

Steps 5 and 6 from this article say to use the "supplied USB cable"
https://support.usa.canon.com/kb/index? ... =ART133796
by dpanderson
Mon Jan 01, 2024 6:52 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Use with a Canon D5 Mark III
Replies: 1
Views: 964

Re: Use with a Canon D5 Mark III

Steps 5 and 6 from this article say to use the "supplied USB cable"
https://support.usa.canon.com/kb/index? ... =ART133796
by dpanderson
Mon Aug 28, 2023 5:26 pm
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Can I swap GPUSB for EQDIR?
Replies: 2
Views: 3915

Re: Can I swap GPUSB for EQDIR?

GPUSB only takes care of the autoguiding functions. I believe that autoguide packages that support ASCOM should be able to send autoguide commands through the EQDIR. I have not tried this myself, but since you already have EQMOD you could give it a try to see if that works.
by dpanderson
Mon Aug 14, 2023 6:40 pm
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Is the GPUSB SDK still available?
Replies: 1
Views: 2206

Re: Is the GPUSB SDK still available?

Yes, contact me at doug@shoestringastronomy.com and I will send you a link.
by dpanderson
Fri May 19, 2023 5:38 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: DUSB with Eclipse Orchestrator and Nikon D7500
Replies: 1
Views: 5317

Re: DUSB with Eclipse Orchestrator and Nikon D7500

Unfortunately I don't use EO myself. I would give EO tech support or any online forums that deal with EO a try.
by dpanderson
Sun Oct 30, 2022 6:21 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Possible Issues with USB2EQ6 Cable
Replies: 3
Views: 6001

Re: Possible Issues with USB2EQ6 Cable

How long are the other cables that go from hub to devices (camera, focuser, etc.)? Do these cables all run together in the same bundle? If so, you might try separating them as much as possible temporarily to see if that helps. You might also try temporarily removing the focuser and polemaster cables...
by dpanderson
Thu Oct 27, 2022 6:37 pm
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Possible Issues with USB2EQ6 Cable
Replies: 3
Views: 6001

Re: Possible Issues with USB2EQ6 Cable

This is an issue I haven't seen before. The only thing I can think of is that the new setup has a ground loop issue. Are you using any USB cable length extensions or is it just the USB2EQ6 between PC and mount? Are you using any USB hubs between PC and mount? Have you tried different USB ports? Have...
by dpanderson
Fri Sep 09, 2022 8:08 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: MaxStep & MaxIncrement in FSUSB ASCOM Driver
Replies: 4
Views: 10617

Re: MaxStep & MaxIncrement in FSUSB ASCOM Driver

I'll try a post on the ASCOM developers group and see what happens.
by dpanderson
Tue Aug 16, 2022 6:22 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: MaxStep & MaxIncrement in FSUSB ASCOM Driver
Replies: 4
Views: 10617

Re: MaxStep & MaxIncrement in FSUSB ASCOM Driver

Unfortunately my skills and tools to write or update these drivers has eroded since I first published these. I would be more than happy to work with someone that has the ability to create a modernized version.
by dpanderson
Tue Aug 16, 2022 6:19 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: Focuser
Replies: 2
Views: 3769

Re: Focuser

Unfortunately with my tools and skills, I have not been able to move to x64. I would be happy to work with someone that has the ability to do that.
by dpanderson
Mon Jul 18, 2022 10:25 am
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: DSUSB connection problem
Replies: 3
Views: 7701

Re: DSUSB connection problem

I am all out of ideas, especially since I have never dealt with Macs. Your last paragraph might work.
by dpanderson
Sun Jul 17, 2022 5:28 pm
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: DSUSB connection problem
Replies: 3
Views: 7701

Re: DSUSB connection problem

That is a strange one that I have never heard of before. I am not sure what it could be. Have you tried different USB ports on the PC that is hanging up? Do other USB devices work on that PC? Maybe try a USB hub between PC and DSUSB. Let me know if any of those options changes things.
by dpanderson
Thu Mar 03, 2022 5:43 pm
Forum: Shoestring Hardware and Software
Topic: DSUSB cable - ERROR Initializing the DSUSB adapter issue! - SOLVED
Replies: 5
Views: 10940

Re: DSUSB cable - ERROR Initializing the DSUSB adapter issue! - SOLVED

I'm not sure if a reinstall of ASCOM and/or APT 32 bit version would help. Hopefully your friend or APT knows the answer.