mark mc manus
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I have a Vixen GPDX mount which is in perfect condition on a pedestal and has never had any drives on it.
I`m using an Orion Optics 10" Europa on it (8kg/17.6lbs)
I want to fit it with an goto drive setup to try some astrophotography.
The Skywatcher Synscan upgrade https://ktectelescopes.ie/Skywatcher-SynScan-Goto-Upgrade-Kit-HEQ5.html and https://sites.google.com/view/astro-gadget/control-of-telescopes/eq-control/eqstar-eq5-goto-drive-kit?authuser=0 seem to be the best options as far as I can see.
Any advice would be most helpful.
Thanks in advance.
Mark
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Thanks for the response 👍
How did you tune it ?
My alternative is a second hand Skywatcher eq6 pro but its €399 versus €900 and seems such a shame to not use a classic like the GPDX (Which is is pristine condition)
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Hi all,has anybody ever put the Synscan Goto Upgrade (With motor drives) on a Vixen GPDX ?
My one has never had drives on it. I use an Orion Optics Europa 10" on it (8kg/17.5lbs)
The goal is to use this set-up for astrophotography.
Thanks in advance.
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@Hallingskies I have a beautiful GPDX which has never had any motor drives on it. It is on a pillar with an Orion Optics 10" reflector (8kg/17.6lbs)
Would you recommend the Synscan Upgrade ?
I want to do some astrophotography with it.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards
Mark
Earthing/grounding Synscan Control Box
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Hi all, I upgraded my Vixen GPDX with the Synscan EQ5 GOTO setup.
One problem !!! Its on a pedestal, so.....
Where do I place the control box to ensure it is earthed/grounded ?
The clip on holder for the box itself is designed to attach to the stainless steel legs of a tripod.
Does it absolutely need to be grounded?
Any help is much appreciated.
Regards
Mark