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Originally Posted by higginsdj
Do you have power to the observatory? Have you considered Ethernet over the power lines (converters at both ends). Jaycar has a unit at $180 that you might want to look at. Wireless speed is dependant on signal quality. You may be able to get a wireless connection but that will be pretty useless if the connection is very slow.
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Yes I have power in the observatory. A nice heater under the computer table - maybe a kettle and some tea bags soon as well. Hmm better not make it too comfortable or I'll end up living in there like a hermit!
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Originally Posted by mill
PS: a wired connection has one BIG advantage, you can use waku up on lan and switch on the computer in the obs with a magic packet.
This way you only have to get out to open the obs roof  |
Could be handy. Its more I want to be able to check on images as they progress throughout the night and perhaps redo a focus check after temps have dropped.
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Originally Posted by pmrid
I'd injext a note of caution about EOP devices. I've tried two different types (Brands) and have found them to be somewhat unreliable and very sensitive to moving from one circuit to another within your own power distribution grid. Ideally, you would like to 'try-before-you-buy' with this I think.
Peter.
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Sounds like its still a bit of beta technology. I think the hard wire sounds appealing.
Greg.