Please re-enable javascript to access full functionality. These are different from the SS HC. My StarSense HC has the newer mini USB port so I used another mini USB cable for that. The StarSense Explorer app is the first app ever developed that uses plate solving to determine the smartphone's current pointing position. Thanks for the the helpful replies. You really should see your 'scope in the list. Great for seeing Solar System jewels like the rings of Saturn, Jupiter and its satellites, craters and mountains on the Moon as well as vast numbers of deep-sky objects…, The Bintel Society will be hosting a live steam, presented by Dylan O’Donnell and Rami Mandow. Use your smartphone or tablet to connect to the telescope via WiFi. Installing the Software. I hooked up the HC to my win 10 computer with USB/mini USB. Their delivery is top notch. Keep up the good work bintel. After unboxing, I immediately updated the firmware on the StarSense camera and the included hand controller. Book a timeslot with one of our experts who can help you buy the part the fits or the scope that suits! Celestron and PlaneWave Instruments have joined forces to develop a specialized telescope control software suite that is now included with all new Celestron computerized telescope mounts. To update your firmware download the Celestron Firmware Manager (CFM) ZIP from Celestron here. There was very little about the instructions that came with it, that seemed to correct. The StarSense AutoAlign Telescope Alignment System from Celestron uses its built-in camera to take a series of images of the night sky overhead, automatically searches its database to identify the stars in the images, and matches them to its database of over 40,000 objects.Once a match is confirmed, the system calculates the coordinates of the center of the captured image and determines . Celestron finally updated the firmware for the telescope to work with the starsense and released a 1.5 update to SkyPortal in the app store that now allows a 1 click auto align and 1 click go-to on any evolution telescope. When I done mine it will identify each device that it sees then inform of any updates. Now whether or not it actually updated anything is another question. Keep your StarSense up to date by downloading the latest firmware updates for your hand control. Sign up for a new account in our community. Video shows how to update your StarSense AutoAlign with the latest updates which might contain fixes.If you need a USB Type-B: https://amzn.to/2N9kHtWDownloa. August 9, 2018 in Getting Started Equipment Help and Advice, I am a newby and have just bought the star sense kit and believe i have to update firmware, is it correct that i need two 2 x usb mini connecting cables 1 for the starsense unit and 1 for the handset to connect both to my laptop. Cam firmware is up-to-date but the HC firmware shows1.20.19207. This offers a fix for wedge . It didn't work well with the ZWO Air but expecting an update soon. when I had starsense, I always kept it up to date and never had any issues with cfm. You currently have javascript disabled. On the Celestron PWI webpage, find and select the "Download CPWI Software HERE" hyperlink to begin downloading CPWI. No. Started CFM. CFM definitely will not update the SE5 one must use MC Updater v2.2.4 CFM will not even see it. If all works well then leave well alone. Hi I am a newby and have just bought the star sense kit and believe i have to update firmware, is it correct that i need two 2 x usb mini connecting cables 1 for the starsense unit and 1 for the handset to connect both to my laptop. All of this makes updating by WiFi mostly pointless anyway. Seems there have been two updates since its release. On newer telescopes CFM will work fine with all three. Australian & New Zealand Astronomical Societies List. Irrespective of your chosen route, you will need the latest JAVA and appropriate drivers. Celestron Firmware Manager Seeking compatible Seek Devices CFM 1.9.4315.zip To,' Again NO Update Activity Update Organize Timothy Open Downloads CFM 19.4315 Search CFM 19.4315 CFM 1.94315 New folder Date modified 2/16/2015 4:27 PM 2/16/2015 4:42 PM 2/16/2015 4:27 PM 2/16/2015 4:27 PM 2/16/2015 443 PM 2/16/2015 4:27 PM 2/16/2015 4:27 PM Share with You need to update Starsense HC and Nexstar + HC seperately. This applies to the application code in our hand controllers, mounts, and accessories. It is supposed to be compatible with window as well. The CFM connection wizard tells you to power up the HC with the Celestron and "7" keys held down to put it into "bootloader" mode. improves convergence of ASPA on GEM mounts as well. CFM actually detected the 'scope over WiFi, via the router. Have you updated the firmware on your Celestron products lately? Go figure. 3. I definitely saw the 'scope being updated and some "SS" updates, I think that the StarSense HC was updated but not necessarily the camera. I did find using CFM via WiFi a quick and convenient way to check the firmware versions of all three devices. There was very little about the instructions that came with it, that seemed to correct. This version fixes the problem with using All Star Polar Alignment (ASPA) on a wedge. yet The camera needs to connected both to the 'scope (possibly just for power?) It is for updating the motor controller's firmware, or controlling the telescope mount with the application "SynScan Pro for Windows". This guide is ideal for astrophotographers who wish to develop their skills using DSLR cameras and as a friendly introduction to amateur astronomers or photographers curious about photographing the night sky. If you’re serious about observing outer space, the new Celestron StarSense Explorer DX SCT telescopes are your perfect companion. (The 80mm Ganymede version telescopes are arriving mid July) It’s been tricky getting many telescopes recently as quite a few would know and we’re very happy we’ve been able to secure these. Easy transaction! Sorry RAC19, I should have mentioned this. Boot Version = 3.2.5190, Evolution   on Link: PTE_HC using portal: Motor Controller Dual line, 16-character LCD screen with adjustable backlighting. Edited by Noah4x4, 20 July 2017 - 03:25 AM. That way when I do a CFM update it can access the files it needs and load the Scope with the files. Firmware: SynScan Relay V4, Version 4.2. Clear skies again that night so I got set up and turned on the scope. Be sure you have the appropriate cables and adapters ready for this. Which firmware do you want to update? If you want to know what you can see in the sky how to start successfully into astronomy, then you'll find many useful tipps and hints in this book, so that you will not stand clueless under the starry sky!It is divided in the following ... When I done mine with the SE5 it updated both the Starsense and the HC at the same time. The current SSA HC firmware is (I believe); There has been no update to the SSA camera for some years. Welcome to AstroMidi! Cleaned a vintage bino set, now seeing double. and, via USB to the computer, which I did using a standard mini USB cable. The old adage ‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!’ always applies unless it isn’t working or has a major bug in the firmware. Edited by Rac19, 20 July 2017 - 07:36 AM. Firmware update successful Painless to order, communication excellent and immediate shipping! and, via USB to the computer, which I did using a standard mini USB cable. It's just a bit puzzling that CFM is reporting the Boot Version and not the App Version. Connect your phone to the telescope by placing it into the StarSense dock and launch the app. Celestron advised me to go to the Starsense HC and restore the Starsense Camera (i.e., reset AIS camera). Using this method, I am not connected to the Internet so I don't think that I can update firmware this way because, it seems to me, that CFM downloads the firmware files over the internet on the go when updating. His advice, tips, and solutions aid the user in getting the most out of the Star Book Ten system in observing sessions. This book is for anyone who owns, or is thinking of owning, a Vixen Star Book Ten telescope mount or its predecessor. Over the weekend I am going to try SkyPortal, yet again. During the indoors trial, after the firmware updates, SkyPortal was definitively connecting within 5 seconds, without fail. Older mounts need to be updated using MCUpdater. Took about 10 minutes. They offer the best size to cost value of any telescope! I was perplexed as to why the scope was not being "seen" then had to resort to the old firmware updater to do it however it had the last update in the scope. I used the latest CFM (Celestron Firmware Manager) to update the firmware on my Evolution 8 and StarSense Camera and StarSense HC last night. However it is supposed to read the telescope. CFM will report "all devices updated", but that is obviously untrue if (1) applies. StarSense HC   on Link: SERIAL using portal: COM5 "EDIT: Inspired by the last sentence above, I connected to the system via WiFi, ran CFM over WiFi and got the App Version for the HC, finally. OPT Product Number: CE-93999. Months ago I updated nexstar+ HC and the motor focus. Using this method, I am not connected to the Internet so I don't think that I can update firmware this way because, it seems to me, that CFM downloads the firmware files over the internet on the go when updating. I was able to successfully update the firmware for the Evo MC, Nextstar+ HC and StarSense HC. I put the starsense camera and HC on the 8se and hooked them up. Can anyone tell me whether or not they are up to date? By You have to do it. While PixInsight is extremely powerful, very little has been printed on the subject. The first edition of this book broke that mold, offering a comprehensive look into the software’s capabilities. SkySafari 6 pro has starsense support. Their agents help you with the right advice. Serves as a useful reference guide to stargazers around the world. Have always had a great experience with Bintel, Good communication, prompt delivery, faultless transaction. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 01.18.17088 is the latest (wrongly 17055 in 'history'). A miracle I did not fry that scope into a crispy critter! This book de-mystifies the jargon of webcams and computer processing, and provides detailed hints and tips for imaging the Sun, Moon and planets with a webcam. I am not so sure that the HC and/or the SS Camera can be updated over WiFi, they may still require dedicated USB connections for that. I can imagine someone with less of a technical background finding the process quite daunting. Telescope Setup with an EQ Mount ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Many products in your home incorporate microprocessors. For My laptop I happen to have a USB Hi speed WiFi module. Edited by Rac19, 19 July 2017 - 04:23 AM. The StarSense has user-upgradable firmware and a USB 2.0 connection to let you download upgrades from Celestron's website. It was a breeze and I wont hesitate to update in the future. Once the download is complete, click the Update button in the bottom section to load the firmware into the hand control (and other CFM compatible devices if necessary). I assume that this isn't the "App Version" and I don't understand why CFM doesn't tell me the App Version. Found inside – Page 85This book generally describes the behavior of the latest versions of the NexStar and StarSense firmware (the program inside the hand control). ... 10 to determine what version firmware you have and whether you need to update. The camera needs to connected both to the 'scope (possibly just for power?) No problems. Good service and quick delivery! 3. oohmatron101, Mike Swanson - thanks to you as well. The only thing I cannot do is set up with a 90 deg offset for dual scope tubes on the HDX. But note that the SSA camera hasn't been updated since about 2013. There is an image file that comes with CFM which shows the rather ugly way things need to be connected for a StarSense update.