Hobym Observatory TiTaN TCS Manuel utilisateur
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F/W 2.6.0
2018/11/23
TiTaN TCS
Opeation Manual
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TiTaN TCS(Telescope Control System) is the most compact and powerful telescope
control system which adopted the latest technologies in a small size.
In addition, the powerful CPU, memory, wireless module and various connectors are
readily available for continuous updates of functions and upgrades, so that the device
will meet your needs.
Contents ------------------------------------------------------------------- 2
1. Main Functions of TiTaN Telescope Control System -------------- 3
2. How to Use Navigation Button & Wheel ------------------------------6
3. Parking & Speed Volume knob ----------------------------------------- 7
4. System Configuration Diagram ---------------------------------------- 8
5. Operation Sequence of TiTaN TCS ----------------------------------- 11
6. Menu List ------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
7. Explanation of Menu ----------------------------------------------------- 21
8. Bluetooth ------------------------------------------------------------------- 48
9. Technical Specifications ------------------------------------------------ 54
10.LX200 Commands supported ------------------------------------------ 56
11.Replacing the battery --------------------------------------------------- 57
12.Pin Map -------------------------------------------------------------------- 57
13.FAQ ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 58
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1. Main Functions of TiTaN Telescope Control System
1. Titan has separate control CPU (120MHz / 32bit) and UI CPU for future
expansion of required functions.
2. Internal GOTO databases including Messier, NGC, IC, Caldwell, and SH-2, so
users can slew to the desired object using TCS without PC.
3. Supports Bluetooth Serial Protocol (SPP) to be connected with various devices.
4. Variable microstepping (1/4 ~ 1/128)
By automatically selecting 1/128 microstep in tracking mode and 1/4 ~ 1/64
microstep in Slewing mode, precise tracking performance and high speed
slewing could be simultaneously achieved within minimum power consumption.
The TCS also dynamically controls the voltage and current according to the
motor speed.
5. Internal DC voltage step-up regulator and current control enables powerful
operation of the stepper motor.
6. Supports the widely used Meade LX200 compatible protocol; can be connected
with various astronomical software.
Can be connected with the PC using the ASCOM driver for LX200.
7. If you correctly follows the parking steps, the parking position of the telescope
will be automatically recovered, which enables more convenient observation.
8. Various functions in the compact size (86 x 115 x 35 mm)
9. High-resolution color graphic OLED display: allows to monitor various
information including current status of the telescope, current consumption of
motor. The OLED display always responsive immediately even below freezing,
compared to LCD, which slow downs at low temperature.
(1.69" Diagonal Size, 160 x 128 Pixels, 16Bit Color)
10. The maximum motor current for slewing and tracking can be set separately,
which is optimized for outdoor observations with limited power supply situations.
11. In tracking mode, the current consumption is about 0.25 ~ 0.6A depending on
the setting, suitable for outdoor observations.
12. Power output through USB connector planned: 5V 0.6A will be available for
external devices.
*The software upgrade is scheduled to support this feature
13. Two RS-232 connection ports: Two of PC or other devices can be connected by
two ports at the same time. This allows simultaneous connection to multiple
astronomical software.
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14. USB Virtual COM Port Supported: can connect TCS to your PC via USB. Two
Virtual COM Ports are supported, reducing the number of cables needed.
15. 4 LED equipped in the guide port input: The guide status for each axis can be
checked in real time during auto-guiding.
16. The built-in beeper informs the status and problem situation of the controller.
17. Guide port is isolated from internal circuit with optocoupler, electrical noise and
surge is blocked.
Notice
TitianTCS Hardware has two versions, V1 and V2.
V1 is connected to the motor by a circular connector.
V2 is connected to the motor via D-Sub connector,
and camera shutter control function is added.
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Titan TCS V1
Titan TCS V2
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2. How to Use Navigation Button & Wheel
Option input can be done by rotating the navigation wheel, clicking arrow keys and
the enter key at the center.
Navigation button & wheel moves the telescope, searches for objects, and
performs menu operations.
Navigation button & wheel can be operated by rotating rotation wheel or
pressing up/down/right/left arrow keys and the enter key at the center.
Press Enter Key for 2 seconds to enter menu.
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3. Parking & Speed Volume knob
Speed Selection: The slewing speed can be adjusted by rotating the volume knob.
When you make adjustments, the OLED screen shows current slewing speed,
which can be used for observation, astrophotography or fine adjustment.
Parking: When fully turned counterclockwise, the volume knob will tick and the
telescope will be parked. The parking/unparking function automatically saves and
restore previous position, which ease the operation at the next observation.
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4. System Configuration Diagram
When connected to a PC via Bluetooth, two connections may appear on the
control panel, but only one connection can be used for Bluetooth.
If you use older operation system such as Windows 7, you need to install USB
driver manually.
The driver program is provided separately.
When connected to a PC via USB, two virtual serial ports are created. Both
virtual serial ports can be used simultaneously to communicate with various
astronomical software.
Caution) Even though TiTaN TCS has both Micro USB Type B connector and
USB Type A connector, both are internally connected to same USB port. NEVER
CONNECT TO BOTH CONNECTORS AT THE SAME TIME!
Be sure to use a larger USB Type A if you are using USB connection. Micro USB
Type B connectors have very small figure, which results in frequent contact
failures depending on the cables used. Micro USB Type B is for emergency /
spare use only.
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Motor Cable Connection (Circular Connector Type, V1)
Motor Cable Connection (15 pin D-Sub type, V2)
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