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Old 27-08-2008, 10:19 AM
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Losmandy Gemini + Vista + Converter?

G'day all,

I've been trying to get my Losmandy Gemini running connected to my new Vista laptop. My old USB -> RS232 converter doesn't appear to work with Vista.

So I went out and bought a new Belkin one. It seems to not function either, same symptom that TheSky just can't connect to the telescope. The Belkin one has send/receive indicators on it. The send indicator flashes but nothing on the receive indicator.

Can anyone vouch for a particular converter and Vista and Gemini? I'm considering the Bintel one but on their website it doesn't mention Vista.

Thanks,
Roger.

PS. I should add that I am purposefully avoiding the Express Card option, as I'd much prefer to keep my current system of only one USB cable from scope to laptop, with hub at the scope.
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