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Originally Posted by OneCosmos
Hi folks,
...The only odd thing though is that it makes an unexpected noise, often more than once part way through the slewing. It is difficult to explain so I did a poor video and put it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4aIf7vUh08 - obviously no scope and I didn't put the counterweight shaft on either, but somehow I doubt that is the issue. In fact, there may be no issue, but I have been able to see one other EQ8 and it didn't make this noise...
I tried again today using my Thumper power supply and it didn't make the beeping noise it made when I used the portable power pack. The light was never flashing though. I switched back to the portable supply and slewed the mount. The first slew didn't produced the beeps but some subsequent ones did. Switching back it didn't happen, but I think I won't really know if that is the problem for sure until I use it for a longer period. When I used the portable power pack I was also outside and it was pretty cold so perhaps that made a difference.
Chris
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Originally Posted by peter_4059
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I tried using my EQDIR cable that worked with the HEQ5 but the mount wouldn't connect. I don't currently have a serial to USB connector, but I have one on order from Jaycar but can anyone confirm that I may need the one Pete sent the link for?
Chris
PS the 152mm APO arrives from the UK early next week - currently in mid-air