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Originally Posted by redbeard
If you are a little technical, you can still use your Meade Micro Focuser if you make a simple dc motor controller for it. I have made one as have others here on IIS. I used an Arduino and DC motor control module. (See pics). Nothing flash but it has the 4 speeds/inward/outward control and supports the LX200 focuser Ascom in basic form. Also PC control. Now, it looks ugly though. LOL. Happy to share code etc. $30 - $40 in parts if you were to build it.
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I thought about building a controller, but was a bit concerned about the lack of ASCOM driver (I really need to run it remotely). I've built a few gadgets with Arduino's and Raspberry Pi's as well, so sounds like it's doable.
If you can point me to some schematics and code, I'd love to take a look. Could be a quick win for me. If it doesn't pan out, the SCT mount Crayford will work too.
Thanks!