Re: guiding relays vs scope controls

"RMOLLISE" <rmollise@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in news:1157747220.303781.167430
@m79g2000cwm.googlegroups.com:


Are you really using "relays," or do you just mean you're running from
the guiding output of an SBIG camera to an SBIG compatible guide port
on a scope?

Yes, I am aware of the difference (I also own a ST4) but I was just using
Maxim's terminology

I was running the following setup

ST2000XM guide port -> skysensor guide port (to atlux) with a custom cable
that has been working for a couple of years

ST2000XM guide port -> HEQ5 Pro guide port, with the bundled SBIG cable.

That's the setup that doesn't work at all

The alternative to the SBIG setup is to use a camera and a guide
program that offers RS-232 guiding. Most folks report zero difference
once everything (USB serial adapters, etc.) are set-up and working
properly.

Yup, and that is the setup I am now on. I wondered if there was any
difference, good or bad. Your feedback reassures me! Thanks
.