Focus control & Meade 1200 focuser

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ERICHETTI
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Focus control & Meade 1200 focuser

Post by ERICHETTI » Wed Dec 12, 2007 12:24 pm

Hello guys!

I bought an old Meade electric focuser model 1200.

Someone know that model and can tell me if it work with Shoestring FCUSB ?

Now it work with a rechargeable "powerpak" , used in portable telephones , at 3,6V

Thanks

Regards,
Enrico Richetti (IT)

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Post by dpanderson » Wed Dec 12, 2007 1:52 pm

From your description, it appears that it uses a DC motor. As long as it takes no more than 80 milliamperes of current, then it should work with the FCUSB.
Doug Anderson
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