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Note:
Do not connect your camera to your computer unless you have successfully installed the
camera software and drivers.
After the camera power-up initialization is complete, and the cameras USB cable is connected
to your computer, the computer will make a Plug-N-Play sound indicating that a device was
connected to the computer. This means that your camera is ready and is listening for
commands to be sent over the USB connection.
Note:
QSI 600 series cameras do not draw power from the USB bus.
Powered hubs are not necessary for operation.
Guider Control Port
All QSI 600 Series cameras have a Guider Control Port that can be used in conjunction with
CCD imaging software to guide your telescope mount for long- duration astro-imaging.
Ordinarily, the Port is only operational if the camera is being used as the Guider camera, or if
you’re using the QSI camera as your main imaging camera and have configured your software
to send guider correction signals through the ”Main Relays”.
The Guider Port employs an RJ-25, 6-conductor modular connector. The interface scheme is
compatible with most modern telescope mounts. Typically, a 6P6C (6 position, 6 conductor)
telephone-style cable is required for connecting the camera to the mounts guider input. This
type of cable is commonly available at retailers such as Radio Shack. A 10 ft. version of this
cable is supplied with 600 Series cameras.
The image below summarizes how the Guider Port and compatible cable are wired:
