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Ultimate Powerbox v2 - connectivity issues?

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Thank you Jasem,

Yes, most of the issues are resolved.

"Power" Tab
1. Adjustable output isn't working. No voltage out from the adjustable output.

*I have also reached out to Pegasus Astro regarding this issue.

"Focuser" Tab

1. Temperature not working. Reading "0". (Same temp sensor as displayed on "Environment".
2. I can not increase the focuser speed greater than 50% without the stepper motor making a "clicking" sound. A focuser speed greater than ~60% causes the "clicking" sound with no movement.
3. When I choose to the move the focuser 5000 steps in the outward direction using the "Absolute Position", the focuser moves properly. When I attempt to return the focuser to absolute position zero by 5000 steps, the focuser stops a few millimeters short of zero and no error is reported.

*Will this issue affect the temperature dependent focus changes?

"Dew" Tab

1. Auto Dew - untested at this time.

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4 years 7 months ago #42820
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Unfortunately I cannot get the focuser to move [Moonlite] with the new git pull. I am still new to Indi, so I can't provide logs, but I'd like someone else to verify if I am doing something wrong, or if the driver issues are still in effect.
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Hello,

Try setting the speed to 50%. Also, how do you have your rj45 to db9 wired? Have you tested the adjustable voltage output?
And, here is a link regarding log submission.

indilib.org/support/logs-submission.html

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I use the Pegasus Astro DB9 to RJ45 cable. The pinout is good.

I'll try the power recommendations tonight. Thanks!
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I use the Pegasus Astro DB9 to RJ45 cable. The pinout is good.

I'll try the power recommendations tonight. I'm not sure what you mean by checking the adjustable voltage output.
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The UPBv2 has an adjustable DC output. It's right next to the USB ports. I cannot get any voltage out of that port. I have emailed Pegasus Astro regarding this and the focuser issues. I have not heard back from them. It's been almost a week....

I also had to reverse the A/-A B/-B on my Pegasus rj45 to db9. My Moonlite focuser runs the proper direction but will only do so at 50% or less. Anything higher and the stepper motor starts to click and buzz.

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Ah okay.

I am definitely not recrimping this perfectly good cable to fix my pinout... to fix a Pegasus issue...

I'll add that my first UPBv2 had a tiny internal fire and had to be RMA'ed. I didn't go over 12.8v in power input. I'm hoping there aren't more surprises. This thread is honestly the only place I've seen this device talked about... And it is an INDI board.
4 years 7 months ago #42974

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The first UPB, which I have, will take an input of anything between 11 and 15v, I use a 13.8v supply for my kit, as most skywatcher mounts require at least 13.8v to run well....and will take up to 16v....
So you do well with just a 12.8v Input..
I have a few internal issues with my v1 unit, and can’t get a response from Pegasus, and they used to be so prompt at replying..not sure what has happened, but they don’t seem quite as on the ball as they used to be...
but it’s a great piece of kit..(when it works as it should) :)
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They responded to me a week ago concerning pin-out and their Robofocus/Moonlite cable. They said the cable was good for the UPBv2 and Moonlite. This is the cable I got.
I'll try the 50% trick and if that doesn't work, I'll have to just try ASCOM to make sure everything is okay. I know Windows is stable because Pegasus Astro coded on Windows specifically for ASCOM. If the pinout is different that what they recommend, I am going to be *&$&#'ed
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My Powerbox V2 just came in. I've yet to try it out. I don't have a good way to mount it yet, but I plan to at least run the cable sand see if it works.

What's the best way to set this up in the profile? Do you set it up as an AUX device? Or do you set it up under focuser?
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Hello lead_weight,

You'll set it up as an aux device. Please let us know if you're seeing the same issues as above. Please upload the logs as well.

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I am also seeing the following message in yellow:

Pegasus UPB : [WARNING] Received wrong number of detailed sensor data. Retrying...

When it happens, all of the data fields go to zero and I can't control any of the functions. The only way to recover is to disconnect all of my USB connections on the Indi panel, and then slowly connect them one by one.

I would be glad to upload my log if someone would explain how to turn it on and where it is located.
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