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mynameiscd
15-12-2018, 09:56 AM
Hi all,
I'm not sure on which cable to get to connect the mount to my laptop.
Can i buy a standard cable then get a serial to usb converter or get one of these http://www.store.shoestringastronomy.com/products_eq.htm
I have an old laptop with no serial ports.
I will go the eq mod way but before i order cables it would be good if someone here could help.
Cheers
Andy

RobF
15-12-2018, 01:54 PM
One of these is what most people use.
Are you saying you don't have any USB ports available?

https://www.bintel.com.au/product/shoestring-usb2-eq5-interface/?v=6cc98ba2045f

AstroBogan
15-12-2018, 02:56 PM
That is the cable you want

mynameiscd
15-12-2018, 04:04 PM
Thanks Rob and Jacob,
I'll order one from Bintel.
I have 2 usb2 ports available.
Cheers
Andy