Hardware

Section 4.2 - Gemini Hardware

The Gemini hardware is simply designed and straightforward to use. The Gemini Hub box has reserved one end exclusively for control connections and the opposite end reserved entirely for device connections.

Dimensions

• 5.01 x 3.21 x 1.05 inches

• 12.73 x 8.15 x 2.67 cm

Device Connections

• Focuser - Allows connection with a CAT-5E Ethernet cable.

• Rotator - Allows connection with a CAT-5E Ethernet cable.

Control Connections

• 12VDC - Power connection for the Gemini. Connect your included 12VDC power adapter here.

• Network - Allows connection with a standard CAT-5E Ethernet cable (not included) to a computer. This allows Gemini Commander or Webpage control.

• Hand Control - Allows connection via RS-232 serial cable to the soon-to-be-released Gemini Hand Controller, allowing portable hand-held control.

• Serial - Allows connection via RS-232 serial cable to a computer. This allows Gemini Commander or Direct Command control.

Microprocessors

• Main Board - Microchip PIC24HJ128GP 204-I/PT

• Wi-Fi Daughter Board - Microchip PIC24HJ128GP 202-I/SP