Lynx Astro FTDI EQDIR USB Adapter for Sky-Watcher Mounts (see description for models)

£34.00

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Model: lynxastro_eqdir_sw_rj45
Part Number: FES-ASS-LYNX_FTDI_5V-TTL_RJ45

Updated design - longer option (5m), more flexible cable!

FTDI EQDIR USB Adapter for Sky-Watcher EQ3 PRO, EQ5 PRO, HEQ5 Syntrek & PRO, EQM-35 PRO, AZ EQ5-GT, EQ6-R PRO, AZ EQ6-GT and EQ8 Mounts.

Also suitable for use with the Orion Sirius EQ-G.

This convenient FTDI EQDIR adapter allows direct connection of Sky-Watcher EQ3 PRO, EQ5 PRO, HEQ5 Syntrek & PRO, EQM-35 PRO, AZ EQ5-GT, AZ EQ6-GT and EQ8 Mounts to your laptop.

The FTDI 232R chipset works reliably across all versions of Windows and, because each cable has a unique chipset ID, each time you unplug the adapter then plug it back into the same computer, even if on a different physical USB port, the COM port number remains the same.

We have also taken this opportunity to specify a higher quality RJ45 plug with a rubber cowl that prevents snagging and an integral 'boot' (a reinforcing sleeve) for extra strength.

And, we quality control each and every Lynx Astro cable prior to dispatch.

5m cable length.

Compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8 & 10, Linux, Mac OSX 10.3 and above.

Windows users, the EQDIR adapter should install automatically but should you require drivers they can be downloaded here.

The EQMOD project consists of a suite of open source applications that bypasses the hand-controller and communicates directly with the mount's stepper motor controller.

Using EQMod article by Steve Richards

EQMOD website

EQMOD User Group

NOTE: The Skywatcher EQ5 PRO, HEQ5 PRO/Syntrek, EQM-35 PRO, AZ EQ5-GT, EQ6-R PRO, AZ EQ6-GT and EQ8 mounts all use the same Lynx Astro FTDI EQDIR adapter so if you upgrade from one to another you will not need an additional EQDIR adapter.

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GREAT product

Monday, 14 October 2019 | Jack

Works perfectly / premium construction / excellent price

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Excellent

Monday, 9 September 2019 | Herdits

Fast shipping. And my Heq5 pro goto works fine with ASIAIR without hand controller!

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The Cable

Monday, 19 August 2019 | Freddie

This cable works straight from the mount (no hand controller required) to my P.C. No disconnects, it just works. J only take home the driver. HEQ5 PRO. MANY thanks.

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cable

Friday, 26 July 2019 | Ian

very quick next day delivery.
Many thanks

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Works perfectly!

Tuesday, 16 July 2019 | Jonathan

Just plugged it in and it worked first time without fuss. Fully tested now with all software (EQMOD, Carte du ciel and PHD2) and problem-free. Gives a good secure connection with the mount (EQR6) and the cable is nicely flexible.

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Does what it saiys on the tin!

Monday, 24 June 2019 | Robin

Purchased to use with ZWO ASiair to control Skywatcher AZ-EQ6 GT. Worked straight out of the box with no problems.

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The Review

Wednesday, 5 June 2019 | James

Sorry lads can't comment have yet to receive said product but I'm sure it will be just what I need if so I will need a couple more
Cheers
Jim

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EQDIR - all is well

Thursday, 2 May 2019 | Stephen

Excellent service - notified of long lead time after ordering. Offered immediate refund if didn't want to wait. Kept order and item delivered on notified date. Product is good quality and greatly simplifies setup for astrophotography. Now removed handset completely from EQ6-R.

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Completely satisfied

Wednesday, 27 March 2019 | Brian

I'm very happy for a few reasons. Firstly, over here in Australia it's hard to find astro shops that sell these FTDI EQDIR usb cables and especially at 5 mts lengths. They are only 1.8mtrs or less.
So FLO has done me a huge favor sending O/S to me.
Secondly, the cable works flawlessly and as advertised. 5 mtrs wasn't quite long enough so I added a usb extension and it still works.
Thirdly, FLO's pricing and postage options had it to my door in no time.
So I'm one very happy customer.

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Simple easy EQMOD connection

Monday, 7 January 2019 | Nigel

I have used this with my ASIAIR, just plugged it in and everything just works. Mount HEQ5/pro.
Just the job if you want to use plate solving to align your HEQ5 mount with the ASIAIR.

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