HEQ 5 Pro - Firmware upgrade - is it possible?

niko · #1 12-02-2008, 01:30 PM

Hi,

I've got an HEQ5 Pro running Synscan version 2.something. Can I upgrade t to 3.2 without having to get a new hand controller? I've had conflicting opinins on this one

thanks

niko

madtuna (Steve) · #2 12-02-2008, 04:11 PM

I was of the understanding that it's only version 3 and above that is upgradable.. but that was off the EQ6 forum..I'd imagine the EQ5 would be the same

chris lewis · #3 12-02-2008, 05:09 PM

Yes from what I understand the version 3 and above is upgradable. For older version you have to get the handsets.

Bucky1379 · #4 12-02-2008, 10:09 PM

Just to confirm the other two replies, the Skywalker Synscan manual says "From version 3.0 onward, the Synscan firmware is user upgradeable." which I would automatically take that it precludes earlier versions. The Synscan is applicable to both HEQ5 Pro and EQ6 Pro mounts.

Zuts · #5 12-02-2008, 10:52 PM

Hi,

I am not sure about your mount but some versions of the HEQ5/EQ6 can work with the EQMOD drivers and cable. This allows full goto from a laptop which may be a much cheaper option than upgrading your mount.

Paul