Thanks guys.
Yep, they use USDigital encoders. It has an RJ11 port for connecting to the serial port of a laptop, but i've got to find a cable (or get one made) that has the correct pins in the right order
I've found some planetarium software that has drivers for the SkyCommander, so it will be very cool to see the crosshairs move and not have to worry about looking at the little unit itself.
Robby, you should be able to bring over your box and palm.. Will be very handy to use at the SPSP, especially if I haven't hooked it up to my laptop by then.