DomePro firmware release notes

Version: 29
Date released: 7-Apr-2022

This document provides instructions on upgrading DomePro firmware and provides release notes on the associated firmware version.

Installation instructions

  1. Assure that the DomePro controller is attached via USB to the Windows PC.
  2. Using the Device Manager on the Windows PC, determine the COM port number for the DomePro controller connection.
  3. Run the DomePro_N.exe file. 'N' is the firmware version number.
  4. The "Astrometric Firmware Upgrader" will run. Follow the steps in the user interface. Step #1 will be pre-completed for you. Step #2 is to select the COM port number for the attached controller and click "Connect". Finally, step #3 is to click "Upgrade Firmware". The upgrade will commence and status on progress will be provided.
    Note: DomeProU and DomePro2 products shipped prior to 1-Apr-2022 cannot be upgraded with the "Astrometric Firmware Upgrader" HOWEVER, contact us and we will assist in conveniently upgrading your firmware.
  5. Upgrade the other controller (e.g. shutter) if this is a classic dome system.
  6. Power-cycle DomePro and it should now boot into using the new firmware and connect to Maestro.
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New this version

Bug fixes

- Calibration and Homing broken for azimuth stepper motor control
	- Note: this was only a problem for stepper motor based systems.
	- Calibration nand Homing are both fixed for azimuth stepper motor applications in version 29 firmware.

Features

None

Contact Astrometric support with any questions or issues.


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