Ieq30 Pro Mount Ports - iOptron iEQ30 Pro Instruction Manual

2.3. iEQ30 Pro Mount Ports

Ports on Main Control Unit
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Dec: For connecting to DEC driver unit
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Port: Auxiliary port for connecting to other iOptron accessories, such as an electronic
focuser or for observatory dome control. DO NOT plug your ST-4 guiding camera cable into
this port as it may damage the mount or guide camera electronics.
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HBX (Hand Box): For connecting to an 8407+ Hand Controller
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Reticle: Power supply for the polar scope illuminated reticle LED, or illuminated eyepiece
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POWER: power indicator
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I/O: Power switch
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DC12V: DC power socket to power the mount (2.1mmX5.5mm, center positive)
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Guide: ST-4 compatible autoguiding port
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RS232: Serial port (4P4C RJ9 connector) for mount-computer control and firmware upgrade
Figure 3. Guide port and RS232 (serial) port pin-out assignment
Port on DEC Unit
The only port on the DEC unit is used to connect to the Dec port on main control unit.
Figure 2. Ports on main control unit
Figure 4. Port on DEC unit
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