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Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter

BH #SKS30107 • MFR #S30107
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Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter
Key Features
  • Allows Direct PC Mount Control
  • Eliminates the Need for Hand Controller
  • EQ and AZ Connector Cables Included
Use the Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter to directly connect just about any SynScan mount to your PC that is running the SynScan Pro App for Windows or other compatible software . The adapter plugs into one of the mount's ports—eliminating the need for the hand controller—using either the equatorial (EQ) cable or the alt-az (AZ), and then plug your USB 2.0 cable from your computer into the other side of the adapter. Another benefit of using this adapter is that it eliminates the ancient serial connectors that other systems require for computer mount control.
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Sky-Watcher SynScan Overview

Use the Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter to directly connect just about any SynScan mount to your PC that is running the SynScan Pro App for Windows or other compatible software . The adapter plugs into one of the mount's ports—eliminating the need for the hand controller—using either the equatorial (EQ) cable or the alt-az (AZ), and then plug your USB 2.0 cable from your computer into the other side of the adapter. Another benefit of using this adapter is that it eliminates the ancient serial connectors that other systems require for computer mount control.

UPC: 050234301077

Sky-Watcher SynScan Reviews

Using this on Orion Sirius mount

By Jon
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-09

Just confirming that this worked with no issues on an Orion Sirius mount to connect to Windows 10 without the mount's hand controller. To me it's a better choice than an adapter cord. A standard USB a-B cord is cheap to replace if damaged. The included RJ45 cord could be a bit longer to neatly Velcro the adapter to the side if the mount, but that's no big deal.

This Worked to Update the AZ-GTi Mount's Firmware

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-03

I needed to update the firmware for a Skywatcher AZ-GTi mount. This can be done wirelessly or through a physically connected SynScan hand controller. I do not have the hand controller. My attempts to update the firmware wirelessly failed. So, I purchased the USB adapter and attached it to my laptop via an also-purchased USB 2.0 Type-A Male to Type-B Male Cable, and successfully updated the firmware. My AZ-GTi mount now works as expected.

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I have older Orion Dobsonian 10 XTg, with ...

I have older Orion Dobsonian 10 XTg, with motorized GOTO mount and working SynScan v4 controller. With this work for me?
Asked by: Mark
The Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter (BH # SKS30107) only works with SynScan mounts.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2025-02-20

Is this SynScan USB Adapter (S30107) compatible ...

Is this SynScan USB Adapter (S30107) compatible with Sky-Watcher Sky-watcher mount (S20510)?
Asked by: Leonidych
The Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter is not compatible with the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer 2i Pro Pack.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-05-28

What cable do I use to connect the adapter to my ...

What cable do I use to connect the adapter to my USB port on laptop? Can you provide a part number for the cable?
Asked by: Robert
The SynScan USB adapter allows a more reliable wired connection between any Skywatcher Synscan Go-To mount and a PC and certain Android devices. The adapter plugs into the mount's hand control port and connects to a computer with a USB cable (printer type - not supplied).
Answered by: John
Date published: 2022-08-06
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