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Main Functions of TiTaN Telescope Control System
1.
Titan has separate control CPU (120MHz / 32bit) and UI CPU for future
expansion of required functions.
2.
Internal GOTO databases including Messier, NGC, IC, Caldwell, and SH-2, so
users can slew to the desired object using TCS without PC.
3.
Supports Bluetooth Serial Protocol (SPP) to be connected with various devices.
4.
Variable microstepping (1/4 ~ 1/128)
By automatically selecting 1/128 microstep in tracking mode and 1/4 ~ 1/64
microstep in Slewing mode, precise tracking performance and high speed
slewing could be simultaneously achieved within minimum power consumption.
The TCS also dynamically controls the voltage and current according to the
motor speed.
5.
Internal DC voltage step-up regulator and current control enables powerful
operation of the stepper motor.
6.
Supports the widely used Meade LX200 compatible protocol; can be connected
with various astronomical software.
Can be connected with the PC using the ASCOM driver for LX200.
7.
If you correctly follows the parking steps, the parking position of the telescope
will be automatically recovered, which enables more convenient observation.
8.
Various functions in the compact size (86 x 115 x 35 mm)
9.
High-resolution color graphic OLED display: allows to monitor various
information including current status of the telescope, current consumption of
motor. The OLED display always responsive immediately even below freezing,
compared to LCD, which slow downs at low temperature.
(1.69" Diagonal Size, 160 x 128 Pixels, 16Bit Color)
10.
The maximum motor current for slewing and tracking can be set separately,
which is optimized for outdoor observations with limited power supply situations.
11.
In tracking mode, the current consumption is about 0.25 ~ 0.6A depending on
the setting, suitable for outdoor observations.
12.
Power output through USB connector planned: 5V 0.6A will be available for
external devices.
*The software upgrade is scheduled to support this feature
13.
Two RS-232 connection ports: Two of PC or other devices can be connected by
two ports at the same time. This allows simultaneous connection to multiple
astronomical software.