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
- Assure that the DomePro controller is attached via USB to the Windows PC.
- Using the Device Manager on the Windows PC, determine the COM port number for the DomePro controller connection.
- Run the DomePro_N.exe file. 'N' is the firmware version number.
- 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.
- Upgrade the other controller (e.g. shutter) if this is a classic dome system.
- 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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