Star Hunter
29-10-2013, 01:45 PM
From the threads I've been reading lately on CN, SGL and other forums re this issue, Synta have now asked me to become a Beta Tester for ALL upgrades of Skyscan firmware and possible SW products.
Naturally I accepted..! as I just want to be able to use my EQ6 Pro and EQ8 with ease, not having to down grade the firmware to 3.27 to get a better GOTO system.
It appears that 3.27 is far superior in the 1, 2 and 3 star alignment than the latest version and Synta are not only well aware of this problem, they are now onto it.
Synta said those who have a Skyscan can wind back to 3.27 if they wish and then when the new version comes out that has been B/tested around the world, you can easily upgrade to the newest firmware. It may be soon it may take a while, but I for one, will not approve anything that I don't like or it causes other issues.
But no matter what firmware you use, it is the degree of accuracy of the mount's PA, that will dictate the pointing accuracy in the GOTO mode. So much so, both my mounts can do up to 15 mins. unguided exp. for focal lengths up to 100cm.
James
Naturally I accepted..! as I just want to be able to use my EQ6 Pro and EQ8 with ease, not having to down grade the firmware to 3.27 to get a better GOTO system.
It appears that 3.27 is far superior in the 1, 2 and 3 star alignment than the latest version and Synta are not only well aware of this problem, they are now onto it.
Synta said those who have a Skyscan can wind back to 3.27 if they wish and then when the new version comes out that has been B/tested around the world, you can easily upgrade to the newest firmware. It may be soon it may take a while, but I for one, will not approve anything that I don't like or it causes other issues.
But no matter what firmware you use, it is the degree of accuracy of the mount's PA, that will dictate the pointing accuracy in the GOTO mode. So much so, both my mounts can do up to 15 mins. unguided exp. for focal lengths up to 100cm.
James