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Hi Russell,
I have used my Orion 50mm mini guide scope with helical focuser and a ZWO ASI 120 MM-3 guide camera running PHD2 for the last 18 months on my Bintel GSO 6 f6 newt without any issues ( other than initial set up )
I only use my Synscan hand controller for polar alignment. Once PA is done I unplug it , put it away and connect EQMOD via a EQ direct cable ( USB2EQ5) and operate my telescope using StellariumScope as the interface and Stellarium as my planetarium for Goto via my laptop which is 2 metres away in a purpose built outdoor workstation
All the above works extremely well. From power up and EQMOD connect I can find a magnitude 9 galaxy in 5 minutes , its that quick and accurate
I use the same set up with my other scope ( Bintel GSO 8 f5 newt and EQ6-R mount )
See attached photos of both my set ups 6 f6 newt in Sydney and 8 f5 newt south coast NSW holiday house
Cheers
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