ASCOM Observatorium

A DIY project to build an ASCOM Roll-Off-Roof (ROR) compliant device

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Last Update: 2023-10-11

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The Observatorium Roof Controller, known going forward as ORC, is a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) solution using an Arduino MKR Zero and MKR Eth Shield. This device aims to act as a roof control system and it is an excellent addition to any observatory to accomplish hands-off control of the roof for astrophotography. With the Observatorium, fully compliant, ASCOM driver, the roof can be operated using the ORC Windows application or any automation software supporting the IDomeV2 driver in ASCOM v6.5 or newer.
While this device DOES NOT guarantee weatherproofing, it is an excellent addition to any observatory to accomplish hands-off control of the roof.

(c) Copyright Nathan Woelfle 2022. All Rights Reserved.
Permission is granted for personal and Academic use only.
Code or portions of code may not be copied or used without appropriate credit given to author.

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