Design for remotely controlling guider camera dark frames Basic design concept: Solenoid plunger actuated by 12 - 15 VDC will shut-off light to camera. X10 wireless system supplies power to (110vac - DC power supply) for remote ON/OFF control. |
Custom solenoid coil and steel core with brass plunger rod. Coil wound over thin wall brass tubing............... with #30 gauge magnet wire...~117ft. |
Finished unit mounted on custom camera adapter Shown with shutter open- |
Finished unit mounted on custom camera adapter Shown with shutter closed- |
Unit mounted on scope Top View w/ Orion SSAG |
Unit mounted on scope Side View w. Orion SSAG |
X10 Appliance Modules- are used to control various functions....ie; 115vac - 12vdc signal for solenoid shutter. |
New Adapter Unit for Lodestar Guider Built new adapter to mount solenoid shutter unit w/ Lodestar Guider |
