G11 Gemini and Starry night

[telecasterguru (Frank)]

Hi everyone,

I want to run my G11 Gemini remotely from my computer. I have Starry Night Pro 6. Will this work? If so how do I set up the connection and if not what program should I get?

Would it be better to wait for Gemini 2 and use that? I'm not very good with computers.

Frank

[Octane (Humayun)]

Yep, it works. It's what I've always used.

You need to download the Gemini .NET driver and make sure you have the latest ASCOM drivers.

You will need a serial cable to plug in to the Gemini and into your computer. If you have a serial connection on your computer, it's easy, otherwise, you'll need a serial-to-USB adapter.

H

[telecasterguru (Frank)]

H,
Thanks for the info, do I connect out of the hand controller serial port from the Gemini to the serial in port of the computer?

Thanks

[Octane (Humayun)]

Frank,

On the Gemini there is a port labeled RS-232. You plug into that and the other end into the serial port of your computer. You can keep your hand controller plugged in, too.

H

[telecasterguru (Frank)]

Thanks H. If the clouds ever part I will try and give it a go.

Frank