I had a bunch of stuff on my TODO list after last night.
So I took care of some of it while the sun was up today.
I recharged the deep-cycle battery.
I figured out how to get the FocusMax windows back (thanks to some help from a friend).
I got the COM ports for the ST-4 and G-11 figured out, so both can connect to MaxIM.
I upgraded to the latest version of ASCOM (5.5.1) and the latest Gemini ASCOM driver (Gemini .NET).
I moved the laptop into the docking station and the ST-4 on top of the docking station.
I re-soldered the flat box and the polar scope illuminator (which I also wrapped in heatshrink, which will hopefully make it stronger).
I hooked up a 12v power supply near the flat box so it won’t overvolt (and has a nice power switch).
I found the Gizmo (still need to make sure it’s working).
I worked on Velcroing the cables a bit (still needs work).
I cleaned up the observatory somewhat.
In short, with the focusing that happened yesterday, I am just about ready to get shooting as soon as the sun goes down. w00t!
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Another beautiful night.