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TomAstro posted a comment on discussion General Discussion
Hi Phil, Thanks again for creating and sharing the apps for us to use. I've modify the interface a little since I do not use most of the functions on the controller. Hope you do not mind. Thanks. Tommy
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Yes, Phil. It works well now. I disabled few options earlier on. Now all enabled. Thanks a lot. Tommy
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Thanks a lot, Phil. Tommy
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Hi Phil, Thanks for the prompt replied. I've changed the data format to JSON and some data is coming in, but the app still prompting that bad arguments windows. Also, one of the screenshot I provided shows that the wording can't fit into screen. I really hope you can take a look and update the app from time to time. Maybe can add GPS data column as well. Thanks. Tommy
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This is what I got when trying to use the app with my sqm unit.
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Hi Philippe, Do you have any manual for us to understand how your apk works? I already installed and no idea what url to enter? Thanks Tommy
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Hi Philipe, Do you have any manual for us to understand how your apk works? I already installed and no idea what url to enter? Thanks Tommy
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Hi Han, Any solutions on this matter? Tom
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For gtk2 version, this happen: stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~/Downloads/opt/astap $ ./astap ./astap: /lib/aarch64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6: version `GLIBC_2.34' not found (required by ./astap) For QT5 version, this happen: stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~/Downloads/opt/astap $ ./astap ./astap: error while loading shared libraries: libQt5Pas.so.1: cannot open shared object file: No such file or directory
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Already try the gdebi method. Still can't get ASTAP arm64 to install and run.
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okay. Will try it when I am back home. Thanks a lot, Han.
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Hi Han, For the tar.gz files, I just drag and replace the files in that 2 folders right? I tried, but still the same issue and it wont start. Tom
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Han, Sorry to inform you that all failed to install into 64bit bulleye. stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~/Downloads $ sudo dpkg -i astap_arm64.deb dpkg-deb: error: archive 'astap_arm64.deb' uses unknown compression for member 'control.tar.zst', giving up dpkg: error processing archive astap_arm64.deb (--install): dpkg-deb --control subprocess returned error exit status 2 Errors were encountered while processing: astap_arm64.deb For astap_arm64.tar.gz and astap_arm64_qt5.tar.gz also failed. Tom
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Han, Sorry to inform you that all failed to install into 64bit bulleye. stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~/Downloads $ sudo dpkg -i astap_arm64.deb dpkg-deb: error: archive 'astap_arm64.deb' uses unknown compression for member 'control.tar.zst', giving up dpkg: error processing archive astap_arm64.deb (--install): dpkg-deb --control subprocess returned error exit status 2 Errors were encountered while processing: astap_arm64.deb For astap_arm64.tar.gz and astap_arm64_qt5.tar.gz also failed. Tom
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Thank you very much, Han.
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Hi, I am having issue on running ASTAP after installed in 64bit Raspbian OS bulleye stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~ $ astap astap: error while loading shared libraries: libgdk-x11-2.0.so.0: cannot open shared object file: No such file or directory Looks like shared lib issue? P/S: it is ASTAP_armhf that I managed to install. But I failed to install ASTAP_ARM64. stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~/Downloads $ sudo dpkg -i astap_arm64.deb dpkg-deb: error: archive 'astap_arm64.deb' uses unknown compression for member...
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Hi, I am having issue on running ASTAP after installed in 64bit Raspbian OS bulleye stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~ $ astap astap: error while loading shared libraries: libgdk-x11-2.0.so.0: cannot open shared object file: No such file or directory Looks like shared lib issue? P/S: it is ASTAP_armhf that I managed to install. But I failed to install ASTAP_ARM64. stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~/Downloads $ sudo dpkg -i astap_arm64.deb dpkg-deb: error: archive 'astap_arm64.deb' uses unknown compression for member...
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Hi, I am having issue on running ASTAP after installed in 64bit Raspbian OS bulleye stellarmate@TomAstroPi:~ $ astap astap: error while loading shared libraries: libgdk-x11-2.0.so.0: cannot open shared object file: No such file or directory Looks like shared lib issue? Tom
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Great article. Beautiful work. Thanks for sharing. On Tue, May 12, 2020, 21:19 "Alberto Ibañez Pulido" albertoibanez@users.sourceforge.net wrote: Hi Robert, I received your meesage, but I really don't get how sourceforge works rellay, I don't know how to reply so I let here the link to the article explaining my build. https://aiastro.wordpress.com/2020/04/07/mysqm-pro-build-beta/ User Build Images https://sourceforge.net/p/arduinomysqmskyqualitymeter/discussion/general/thread/10449edf/?limit=25#1085...
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Finally I solved the controller heating issue by adding a small 5v 30x30mm fan in it to suck the hot air out.
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Finally I solved the controller heating issue by adding a small 5v 30x30mm fan in it.
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I mounted the TSL2591 with hot glue then spray it with Matt black paint. No light leak at all. :)
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I mount the TSL2591 with hot glue then spray it with Matt black paint. No light leak at all. :)
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But when you decided to jump into this project, make sure you will need a bigger project box. :) Things will get hot in there. I decided to mount to BME280 outside.
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Hi Robert, Already drop you a private email. Regards, Tom
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Beautifully done!!! Without the GPS module for sure it can put everything in small box. Well done.
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Re-uploaded with new images and design. Also I add a capacitor and connect to EN and GRD pin to solve the upload sketch issue.
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Re-uploaded with new images and design.
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Hi Robert, Sharing my build images with ESP32. Overall I just use back my old casing and change the front cover. I found out 2 things will generate heat. which is the ESP32 wifi chips and LM7805. Regarding to the lens assembly, I flocked the internal of the lens cover. The result really improved a lot. Hope you guys like it. Regards, Tom
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Hi Robert, Sharing my build images with ESP32. Overall I just use back my old casing and change the front cover. I found out 2 things will generate heat. which is the ESP32 wifi chips and LM7805. Regarding to the lens assembly, I flocked the internal of the lens cover. The result really improved a lot. Hope you guys like it. Regards, Tom
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Hi Robert, Sharing my build images with ESP32. Overall I just use back my old casing and change the front cover. I found out 2 things will generate heat. which is the ESP32 wifi chips and LM7805. Regarding to the lens assembly, I flocked the internal of the lens cover. The result really improved a lot. Hope you guys like it. Regards, Tom
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Ah... I see. Glad to hear that. Can't wait to test the new firmware out. :)
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Hi Robert, Sharing my build images with ESP32. Overall I just use back my old casing and change the front cover. I found out 2 things will generate heat. which is the ESP32 wifi chips and LM7805. In order to let BME280 sit inside the box, I covered the BME280 with a small piece of Silver Emergency Blanket which is can eliminate heat from inside from box. Regarding to the lens assembly, I flocked the internal of the lens cover. The result really improved a lot. Hope you guys like it. Regards, Tom
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Hi Robert, Recently I saw a lot of new docmuments and apps updated, but where is the new firmware? Also I noticed you uploaded a new Rev. 05 PCB board. My Rev.04 board just arrived and I already finish assemble all and tested. Just I haven't insert the lens into the cover yet. I noticed there are SQM value difference between with and without lens. Now I need to settle the ESP32 upload issue by adding 10uF capacitor on it first. Regards, Tom
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Hi Robert, Just wondering why I can't maximize all the windows application?? Regards, Tom
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Hi Robert, Can we use localserial with wifi options together? It is hard to manage when I need USB cable for the controller and when I need Wifi to access the controller. Any reason why they can't use in the same time? Everytime we need to reload the firmware with the new option. Just a suggestion. Regards, Tom
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OK. Understood. But this chip support Bluetooth right? On Wed, Mar 11, 2020, 18:23 brownrb brownrb@users.sourceforge.net wrote: Tom None. i cannot see how that would add any value considering you can use a web browser from any device, windows, linux. android. phone, tablet etc, it really does not make any sense to add blutooth ESP32 Bluetooth https://sourceforge.net/p/mysqmproesp32/discussion/general/thread/e9653e60e7/?limit=25#a252 Sent from sourceforge.net because you indicated interest in https://sourceforge.net/p/mysqmproesp32/discussion/general/...
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Why can't we use linkserial and access point together? I am thinking of connecting this controller via USB for Ascom and hope to connect to the controller via wifi in the same time using tablet or phone. Can we do that? Tom On Wed, Mar 11, 2020, 18:25 Tommy Lim KW tlkw79@gmail.com wrote: OK. Understood. But this chip support Bluetooth right? On Wed, Mar 11, 2020, 18:23 brownrb brownrb@users.sourceforge.net wrote: Tom None. i cannot see how that would add any value considering you can use a web browser...
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Hi Robert, Any plan to implement bluetooth in next firmware? Tom
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Hi Robert, I am not upset on this matter and I can purchase mySQMPROESP WiFi parts right away. Then I also can swap the mysqmpro board out and put in the new mySQMPROESP WiFi board in without changing any outlook of the controller box. Just I only use this controller for handheld but not for observatory use. So, the wind speed and wind direction will not be useful to me. I have TSL237 on both of my controller. But as you said, there is limitation of TSL237 and TSL2591 can be a better way to solve...
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Maybe you can get rid some of the sensor for an example GPS, LDR, TSL237? Just keep the BME280, MLX sensor and so on. Will it reduce the line and memory usage? On Sat, Mar 7, 2020, 18:44 brownrb brownrb@users.sourceforge.net wrote: Hi Tom I have had to abandon idea of USELUXMETHOD. 1. TSL2561 cannot generate sqm values higher than 15.8 2. TSL2591 - I am running out of code space in firmware to do what is needed So I have removed tsl2591 sensor support. Some of these issues are only becoming apparent...
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Hi Robert, What do you suggest me to use in 034? What is the limitation then? Do I really need to consider wifi version? Please advise. Regards, Tom On Sat, Mar 7, 2020, 18:44 brownrb brownrb@users.sourceforge.net wrote: Hi Tom I have had to abandon idea of USELUXMETHOD. 1. TSL2561 cannot generate sqm values higher than 15.8 2. TSL2591 - I am running out of code space in firmware to do what is needed So I have removed tsl2591 sensor support. Some of these issues are only becoming apparent now after...
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Hi Rob, Can you create a linux version of mysqmpro app as well?
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Finally it helps. Thanks for you efforts. Will wait for my TSL2591.
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I never place the controller into the box. I only setup it up in my room and pointed the TSL2561 toward the windows during sunset to night transition. When night reach, it started to show 0 in lux.
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How to reset the tslprofile? What to set?????
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1min interval. Have a look. In the firmware only TSL2561 is selected.
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1min interval. Have a look and see. In the firmware only TSL2561 is selected.
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1min interval. Have a look and see. In the firmware only TSL2561 is selected.
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1min interval. Have a look and see.
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I will use my room condition to simulate the transition of lights from sunset to dark. Outside is raining right now. On Fri, Mar 6, 2020, 15:42 brownrb brownrb@users.sourceforge.net wrote: My bad. I forgot that there are coding differences between the tsl2561 and tsl2591 and they differ in gain and intergration times. So I have rewritten that code now for firmware 033. calibrating mysqmpro with unihedron SQM??? https://sourceforge.net/p/arduinomysqmskyqualitymeter/discussion/general/thread/548caf3626/?limit=25&page=2#2867...
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This happen when I choose TSL2561 sensor. But when I choose TSL2591, the error message gone. I will need to wait until my TSL2591 sensor arrive then only can test.
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Hi Robert, Error in 032 firmware. Arduino: 1.8.12 (Windows 10), Board: "Arduino Nano, ATmega328P (Old Bootloader)" D:\mySQMPRO\mySQMPRO Official Firmware Release 032\mySQMPRO-032-Lite\mySQMPRO-032-Lite.ino: In function 'void configuresensor(byte, byte)': mySQMPRO-032-Lite:247:3: error: 'myTSL2591' was not declared in this scope myTSL2591.setGain((tsl2591Gain_t) gain); ^~~~~~~~~ D:\mySQMPRO\mySQMPRO Official Firmware Release 032\mySQMPRO-032-Lite\mySQMPRO-032-Lite.ino:247:3: note: suggested alternative:...
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According to the log, 21.21 is the limit on TSL2561. More than this value will become -1. The values around the middle part of the log is when I use my hand to cover the top. The last portion of the log I used something to cover it just to simulate total darkness. // YOU MUST CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING METHODS TO CALCULATE THE SQM VALUE //#define OLDSQMMETHOD 1 //#define NEWSQMMETHOD 2 //#define NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED 3 //#define IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4 define USELUXMETHOD 5 // ldr not needed, tsl257...
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According to the log, 21.21 is the limit on TSL2561. More than this value will become -1. The values around the middle part of the log is when I use my hand to cover the top. The last portion of the log I used something to cover it just to simulate total darkness. So, values when daytime are stable. Still have to wait until my TSL2591 arrive.
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According to the log, 21.21 is the limit on TSL2561. More than this value will become -1. So, values when daytime are stable. Still have to wait until my TSL2591 arrive.
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Hi Robert, I think we need to clear the confusion in this matter. First of all, I believe you are still talking about TSL237? Which I am not talking about it anymore. This is because in your latest 031 firmware, it is not enable at all. So, I only test on TSL2561. Do you need us to solder a capacitor to the TSL2561/2591 sensor lead? But if you are talking about TSL237, i already did since beginning of the project. Which no problem in getting value when compare with unihedron. I will try to generate...
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Actually my reading now quite stable. Just What I wish you to take note is when I cover the sensor in completely dark, the SQM value will show nothing. It looks like already hit the limit or what.
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Hi Robert, Can I set the SAMPLES value to below 5? What is the pros and cons?
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Now I found out if too dark, the SQM value will be empty. Is it normal? Let's wait for my TSL2591 and will test it again.
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okay solved! if defined(LCDDISPLAY) || defined(OLEDDISPLAY) // see if the display needs updating currentMillis = millis(); if ( ((currentMillis - olddisplaytimestampNotMoving) > LCDUPDATETIME) || (currentMillis < olddisplaytimestampNotMoving)) { ***olddisplaytimestampNotMoving = currentMillis;*** Just need to add the last line in.
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What I can see is this: if defined(LCDDISPLAY) || defined(OLEDDISPLAY) // see if the display needs updating currentMillis = millis(); if ( ((currentMillis - olddisplaytimestampNotMoving) > (LCDUPDATETIME)) || (currentMillis < olddisplaytimestampNotMoving)) {
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Still having the same issue with your latest 031 firmware. I tried to change the LCDUPDATETIME also not helping.
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Still having the same issue with your latest 031 firmware. I tried to change the LCDUPDATETIME also useless.
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Thanks a lot.
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Thanks for that. But how come when I compare 031 with 028, the LCDUPDATETIME in 028 still 4500. How come 031 so fast?
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Hi robert, How to slow down the LCDpage to page speed in 031 firmware? Too fast and hard to see the info.
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mind to explain more? // To average out SQM readings over a number of samples, uncomment the next line define RUNNINGAVERAGE 1 // To use instantaneous SQM readings, uncomment the next line //#define INSTANTANEOUS 2 // The following defines the number of samples used to create an average SQM reading // The higher the value, the long it takes to generate an SQM reading define SAMPLES 5
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my parts is on the way. Since I have 2 units of controller, I will modify one and test it with the other controller. Both already calibrated with unihedron.
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ok. This is what I am worry about if using TSL directly. I tried on TSL2561 recently with the latest 030 firmware, the sqm value keep jumping here and there. :( https://indilib.org/forum/general/6567-indiduino-meteostation-trouble-with-tsl2591.html
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Robert, Do you think we still can use the lens with TSL lux sensor?
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Okay! Will get the parts in and build it!
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I tried it in a dark place which claimed to have around 21.36 value. But the controller will return with the value of 23.85 if I use IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4 and 19.95 if I use NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED 3. Not accurate at all. But from there you can roughly know your place is a dark site. :)
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ok. Thanks for the testing. Same as my result. When I use it outside, it shows 0.00 Do read this post as well. This controller actually not really suitable to use it in pitch black area. https://sourceforge.net/p/arduinomysqmskyqualitymeter/discussion/general/thread/68bd15dd70/
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Hi Mike, I think I will let Robert explain about the NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED. But when I compared mysqmpro with SQM-L, I need to slowly adjust the value until it matches then value from SQM-L unit. The place where I am staying is light polluted area. Value is around 16-17. :( One more thing maybe you can let me know. What is your LUX value when u use it in your area? Regards, Tom
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Hi guys, For those who is already build the SQM controller, can you please confirm something for me? What I need to know is what value do you get when you perfrom the LDR test by using Test-LDR.ino? For an example, outdoor with good lighting, room lighting and dark room. This is because when I test it with my 5528 LDR in that Test-LDR.ino, I get value of 50 during dusk and 0 under the dark place. So, I changed my LDRCutoff1 and LDRCutoff2 value to 0 and 50. Surprisingly my value is not the same value...
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Thanks a lot. For INDI connection, 115200 is recommended. APT also can support this baudrate well.
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Hi all, Really hope someone can take a look on this. https://indilib.org/forum/wish-list/5966-mysqmpro-support-request.html . I tried to connect using INDI_SQM but it seems cannot communicate with mySQMPRO. :(
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Hi Robert, Can rain sensor giving dewpoint/moisture value for the night? Regards, Tom
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Thanks a lot, Robert.
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Hi, how to determine a good or average seeing by looking at the info display in mySQMPRO? Regards, Tom
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You are always welcome, Robert
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Thans for the advice, Robert.
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DONE!!! I've managed to calibrate mySQMPRO with SQM-L . I manage to get SAME value with SQM-L by using NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED 3 but not IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4. I found out IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4 can't get result close to the SQM-L. ifdef NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED //#define sqm_limit 21.95 // mag limit for earth is 21.95 define sqm_limit 19.95 19.95 is the right value for mySQMPRO unit. Regards, Tom
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Hi robert, Is it possible to create another mySQMPRO arduino firmware with TinyGPS/TinyGPS++ in it? I am not a programmer or software developer. Just have this idea in mind. Regards, Tom
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DONE!!! I've managed to calibrate mySQMPRO with SQM-L . I manage to get SAME value with SQM-L by using NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED 3 but not IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4. I found out IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4 can't get result close to the SQM-L. ifdef NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED //#define sqm_limit 21.95 // mag limit for earth is 21.95 define sqm_limit 19.95 19.85 is the right value for mySQMPRO unit. Regards, Tom
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photos.
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DONE!!! I've managed to calibrate mySQMPRO with SQM-L . I manage to get SAME value with SQM-L by using NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED 3 but not IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4. I found out IRRADIANCEMETHOD 4 can't get result close to the SQM-L. ifdef NEWSQMMETHODCORRECTED //#define sqm_limit 21.95 // mag limit for earth is 21.95 define sqm_limit 19.85 19.85 is the right value for mySQMPRO unit. Regards, Tom
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setting in OCH？
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Will be getting a unihedron SQM from my friend later. Soon will try it out.
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Thanks a lot. Will try that later. That's mean you also change the #define SQMSAMPLETIME from 5000 to 30000 ???
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Hi Robert, Is this topic https://aptforum.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=519 still going on? I tried the controller in APT 3.71 but still no hope to see the SQM value change eventhough baudrate already change to 115200. Regards, Tom
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I tried mySQMPRO in sgpro, but i can only set the "Average Period" to 1 hour. Which is too long period to see it get refresh.
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Sad to hear that. Hope you can get something better. :)
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Hi Robert, Is it possible to implement mySQMPRO into Linux or Kstars? I already start asking Kstars developer about the implementation. Regards, Tom
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Something like this. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191644179868 Maybe you can search for more dimension.
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Something like this. [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191644179868] Maybe you can search for more dimension.
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Hi, I found it in my local store. :)
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Thanks Robert for the guidance. Here are my SQM build photo.
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Hi all, Can I have the steps or guide on how to calibrate mysqmpro with unihedron SQM unit? Regards, Tom
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