ZWO ASIAIR Plus Smart WiFi Device User Manual

ZWO ASIAIR Plus Smart WiFi Device

ZWO ASIAIR Plus Smart WiFi Device

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Supporting Material
ZWO Provides instructional videos and the following supporting documents for ASIAIR Plus users:

1.  Quick Start Guide
2.  User Manual (including disclaimer and safety summary)
   It is recommended that users watch the instructional video first, and then read the “Quick Start Guide” to understand the installation and basic setup. For detailed product information, please read the User Manual.

YouTube Videos
To watch some very useful videos: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=asiair

Download the ASIAIR App

Scan the QR code to download the app, iOS users can search and download the app in the App Store, and Android users will find the app in the Google Play Store. ASIAIR app requires Android 6.0 and above, and iOS 11 and above.

iOS / iPadOS requires 1GB and above: iPhone 5 and above full series, iPod sixth generation and above, iPad third generation and above, iPad Air series, iPad Pro series. Android devices: 4 GB or more of RAM is recommended.

Product Description

This section introduces the ASIAIR Plus.

Introduction
ASIAIR Plus is a smart Wi-Fi device. It is equipped with a power management module, ample USB connectivity, telescope mounting foot and ASIAIR App’s rich feature set. ASIAIR Plus is the third generation of ASIAIR since its first release in July 2018.

Features
The ASIAIR Plus case is constructed of CNC-milled aviation aluminum. The case is finished in a rugged and pleasing anodized finish. The case measures 1007026.5mm, which makes it excellent in size and weight, and easily mounted on almost any telescope. A laser engraved star maps of the Ursa Major and Ursa Major Polaris adorn the front of the unit. M4 and 1⁄4-inch threads in the bottom and sides, combined with the supplied dovetail plate, make for easy installation and removal . The built-in power management module makes cable management easy. A variety of USB ports makes connecting equipment a simple task. In addition to the USB ports, it also provides a shutter release port for SLR cameras, which supports exposure over the 30s. LED status lights provide indications to the operator which are easily viewable.

Preparation
When shipped from the factory, the SD card, and the side dovetail plate on which the system is mounted are preinstalled. Before the first use please ensure the SD Card is correctly and the dovetail is tight as they may have moved in shipping. Do not use excessive force when tightening the dovetail bolts as these may become damaged.

Product certifications
“This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.  This device must accept any interference received including interference that causes undesired operation.”

Device Component

1.  DSLR Camera Shutter Release Port (2.5mm)
2.  DC 5.5×2.1mm Power Output x4
3.  Reset
4.  Type-c Port
5.  Installation Holes and Finder Shoe
6.  TF Card
7.  RJ45 Ethernet Port
8.  USB 2.0 x2
9.  USB 3.0 x2
10.  Power Status Indicator
11.  DC 12V Input
12.  System Status Indicator
13.  Power Switch
14.  External Hinged WiFi Dual-band Antenna

Indications

I issues with Wi-Fi can be corrected by pressing the RESET button and releasing it after the light flashes. The Wi-Fi hotspot, password and the details for station mode will be reset after 5 seconds.

Initial Setup
This section describes the initial setup and connects to ASIAIR Plus.

Connections
Data Cable Connections

Connect the main camera and memory stick to USB 3.0 port. Connect guide camera and telescope mount to USB 2.0 port. EFW/EAF connect via the main camera hub.
DC 12V@3A~5A power adapter is required for cool cameras.

Power Cable Connections

ASIAIR Plus requires a minimum of 12V@2A for correct operation. With the 4 x 12V outlets in use it is recommended a minimum of 12V@5A is used.
ASIAIR Plus power outlets can provide power to connected equipment such as the main camera cooling, EAF, EFW and dew heaters.
ASIAIR Plus only needs a 12V@2A power supply to work properly. But considering powering other devices through its 4 DC outputs, a 12V@5A power supply is recommended. Pay attention to cable management to avoid entanglement when the equatorial mount rotates.

Network Connection

Step 1: Turn on the power switch and wait for the ASIAIR to beep once.
Step 2: Connect your mobile device to the ASIAIR network using 12345678 as the password then open the ASIAIR app.
Step 3: Start your journey into astrophotography!

Mount Connection via Cables

1.  Connecting RS-232 Most equatorial mounts have a hand controller used to manage mount settings and control. Common ones are ARGO VAVIS, GTOCP series, StarGo, NexStar series, SynScan V 3 / V4 series, Pulsar2 GoTo, Go2Nova series, Gemini series, AutoStar Series, AudioStar series, PMC-8 and Electronic FS-2 commonly used by DIY telescope builders.Many mounts now support direct USB connection, but you can also use the included RS232-USB adapter to connect to your mount. SynScan V5 needs to use a USB Type B ‒ Type A printer data cable. If the connection type or baud rate is incorrect, it will fail to connect in the app.

2. Direct USB Connection to the mount

3. Many equatorial mounts now have their control system built into the equatorial mount body and allow direct USB connection. The equatorial mount is connected to ASIAIR Plus by direct USB connection.To confirm whether your mount is supported by ASIAIR Plus or not, you may need to check the documents of the mount first.

4. EQMod with EQDir cable

5. For the EQMOD system, use an EQDir cable and connect your mount with ASIAIR Plus . Select [EQMod Mount] or [EQMod with SkySafari] in the app.
   Supported EQMod Mounts:

   • EQ3-2 N
   • EQ3 H
   • EQ3
   • SkyView Pro
   • EQ
   • EQ4
   • EQ5
   • HEQ5
   • EQ6
   • EQ6 Pro
   • NEQ6
   • EQ6-R PRO
   • AZ-EQ5GT
   • AZ-EQ6GT
   • EQ8
   • EQM-35 Pro
   • AZ-GTi*
   • M-Uno Fast Reverse Single Fork Arm
   • EQ

Linear Fast Reverse EQ
Vixen GPDX/ Vixen SP fitted with SynScan Upgrade kit (EQ5) EQMod baud is 9600， except ZEQ5 which is 115200. For AZ-GT via a network connection, the correct baud rate is 11880and UDP protocol.

Mount Connection via Network

1.  Connecting via WiFi Some mounts now have built-in Wi-Fi modules or provide an external Wi-Fi accessory , such as AZ-GTi with SynScan WiFi module, StarFi Wi-Fi Adapter, SkyPortal Wi-Fi Module, StarGo Wi-Fi mode, PMC-8 Wi-Fi mode, etc. For a detailed description of ASIAIR Plus connections, please refer to the relevant documents on the support page of ZWO’s official website.
2.  Network Cable Connection

This method is mainly aimed at Vixen’s StarBook series control system, including StarBook, StarBook One, StarBook-S, StarBook Ten, etc. Specific steps are as follows:

1.  Power on the StarBook control system.
2.  Directly connect the ASIAIR Plus and StarBook control systems via an RJ45 standard (Crystal connector is also in A or B mode).
3.  Open the ASIAIR App, select wired ethernet on the connection settings page to automatically obtain an IP address.
4.  Select the corresponding StarBook control system option and fill in the StarBook control system IP in the IP input box (obtained at “Menu-About LAN”), for example, 169.254.0.1, port 80.
   If the ASIAIR prompts that the connection failed reconfirm on the ‘ About LAN ’ page in the StarBook, that it obtained an IP address.

DSLR Camera Connection

DSLR cameras can only be used as the main camera, using Preview, Autorun, Live. Connect the DSLR camera to ASIAIR Plus through the camera data cable. Before connecting in the app, select the following camera settings before launching the app:

• Camera Mode: M

• Shutter Mode: Bulb

• Image Format: RAW (RAW + JPEG not available)

• Image Quality: L (maximum size)

• In addition, turn off any power-saving mode or long exposure noise reduction. If using a DSLR camera with mirror lock functions, you should also turn these functions off.
  To ensure that the remaining space of the camera’s SD card is sufficient refer to the “estimated space” in the ASIAIR plan shooting settings interface and ensure your DSLR battery is sufficiently charged or use an external power source.

• ASIAIR Plus supports a shutter release cable which will break the limitation of 30s exposure.

ASIAIR App
This section introduces the main features of the ASIAIR App.

Homepage
With the ASIAIR Plus switched on and the mobile device connected to the ASIAIR network ‒ select the ASIAIR App:

Click Enter to enter the app homepage.

Top Menu Bar
At the top of the screen you will see a selection of icons – From left to right these are: ASIAIR Settings, Main Camera Settings, Guide Settings, Telescope Settings, Filter Wheel Settings, Focuser Settings, and Storage settings. If a device is connected and enabled, the icon will be “lit”, otherwise, it will be grayed out.

Right Side
Switch between main functions. Touch “preview” to switch between main function modes such as focus adjustment, polar axis calibration, multi-targets, live stacking, plan mode and video mode.

Bottom ‒ Information Bar
Displays current ASIAIR Plus working status information and camera information such as resolution, gain, temperature, cooling power, etc.Show tools available in the current function mode, including Histogram, Guiding, Crosshair, Annotate etcs. Touch the icon to open/close the current tool.

Base Configuration
Network Settings

This area contains most of the basic settings related to ASIAIR.Info Display： ASIAIR box serial number, CPU temperature, input voltage, input current, total power and etc. Network Settings： You can customize ASIAIR Plus wireless hotspot name and password, switch Wi-Fi hotspot band between 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz, and configure Wi-Fi STA mode and Ethernet cable network. Device Operation: Switch Device ‒ After completing the setting for Station mode, you can switch between multiple devices in the home area network. Shutdown ‒ For safety reasons, the option of shutdown in APP is provided.Station Mode: After you complete the settings above, you can connect the ASIAIR device to home area network via Station Mode. By doing that, you are now able to control your gear and photograph targets anywhere of your home, breaking the distance limitation of AP connection! Also, you will still have access to the network in your phone or other mobile devices while ASIAIR doing astrophotography for you. Just be aware that the Station Mode can only work with 2.4Ghz WiFi. Shut down the ASIAIR device and exit the app, please wait for 5-10s before disconnecting the power of the ASIAIR Plus. Main Camera Settings

Select the main camera and slide the slider switch to the right to connect it. When switching cameras, please set the switch to off first. Then change the camera, followed by sliding the slider switch on again.
Enter main scope focal length and choose gain setting. If you’re using a cooled camera, the cooling function is on after you open the APP by default. In addition, some cameras also have heating and anti-dew functions. To use a DSLR camera as the main camera please refer to the “DSLR Camera Connection” section for the DSLR camera models supported by ASIAIR. For models that do not support long exposure, you need to use the shutter release connection. To customize the file name, you can refer to the “Customize File Name” option. The components that can be added in the file name include camera model, gain, date and temperature. It is recommended to open the advanced settings, which include Auto White Balance, Mono Bin and Continuous Preview.

Guide Camera Settings

Select and connect the guide camera. Be sure to fill in the focal length of the guide scope. You can enable dithering according to your needs. If you are just starting to use ASIAIR for the first time, we recommended to keep this feature off until you are more familiar with its operation.
Mount Settings

Select the corresponding mount model a n d connection method here, and slide the switch to connect it. For the specific connection method of the mount, please refer to section 2 of “Mount Connection”.If the information such as the geographic location and time is inaccurate. You can also synchronize the GPS information of the phone to the equatorial mount. If the Right Ascension and Declination display is 0 0 ° 00 ’00” please restart the mount and reconnect after checking your connections. It is recommended to turn on Auto-Center GoTo commands and keep tracking enabled.

Filter Wheel Settings

After selecting and connecting your filter wheel you can customize the name of the filter wheel positions. You can select a filter position and the wheel will rotate to the filter hole position. Tap Calibrate EFW if you need to recalibrate your wheel positions.

Focuser Settings

After connecting the focuser, you can change parameters such as fine and coarse steps, and backlash settings and send the focuser to a specific position, or reverse the focuser In/Out commands. Please refer to ZWO EAF Manual for detailed operating instructions. It is recommended to turn on the beep.

Storage Settings

Shows the location and usage of ASIAIR storage space. You can choose to store the image files in MMC storage of ASIAIR or SD card. In Image Management, you can sort the image files you’ve captured, and preview, export or delete the files in storage. The USB Memory Stick supports FAT32, exFat, and NTFS formats, if you use a storage device with a large capacity such as 128GB to 512GB external drive, please ensure that the device has a power USB power supply is not capable of supporting reliable memory

Selecting the Update Log will display the ASIAIR update log and terms of service.

Guiding
Touch Preview/Autorun/Live/Plan mode, there will be a floating window popping up that shows On the guiding page: On the left side you can turn the guiding graph on and off, and on the right is the guide cameras settings. the brief guiding information. Touch this guiding floating window to enter the guiding page.

• Tap this button for the guider calibration data. The graph shows the movement of the star formed by the guide pulse sent by ASIAIR during calibration. The line represents the RA and Dec guide star rates calculated as a result of the calibration. They should generally be approximately vertical.
• After setting the EXP exposure time, touch this button to start refreshing the image captured by the guide camera in real-time. It is generally recommended to set the exposure time to 1-4s.
• Start calibration. Before tapping calibration, you can also manually select a star. Note, do not select the brightest star, generally choose the medium brightness on the image with an HFD of 3-6. You can also tap the button directly, and ASIAIR will automatically select a suitable star for you to start the calibration process. After the calibration is completed, the guiding will be turned enabled.
• Touch this button if you want to stop guiding.

Normally you just need to keep the default setting of these options. However, some- times the guiding graph can be very volatile. In this case, you can tap the “show/hide” button on the far right, see the corrections signs and slightly adjust the value of “DEC Aggr” and“RA Aggr” to help flatten the guiding graph. When you complete the calibration work and get ready for guiding, please first wait for 10-20 frames and then tap the clear button on the left side of the guiding graph for the previous guiding graph and the value of total error might not be that correct.

Mount Control Panel
The ASIAIR app provides a range of features to you to move your mount via the mobile device, select a shooting target, and complete a GoTo and target composition. We call it the “Mount Control Panel (MCP)”. Meet the control panel from top to bottom:

Target search box: Touch to enter the “celestial library” interface, we have carefully selected more than 14,000 solar systems and deep sky objects, and there is a “best tonight” list, making the choice of shooting targets even easier. Some users may shoot targets that are not included in the celestial library, in this case a custom target is added.GoTo button: When the target object has been selected in the library, it will return to the MCP interface, touching the button ASIAIR will command the mount, move to the coordinates where the target is located and complete the automatic centering routine .

Direction buttons and speed slider: By adjusting the direction and move speed, you can move the right ascension axis and declination axis of your mount, allowing you to make the composition you want or fulfilling your other needs. The library includes NGC, IC , M catalogs, solar system objects and well-known star names. Future updates add more. To enable GoTo’s an equatorial mount with serial/USB connection is required and ST4 commands are not supported

Additional Tools

Histogram
The histogram area displays the statistical values of the currently displayed image, including the maximum value, minimum value, average value, and mean square deviation, where the peak indicates the maximum brightness of the image. Using the AUTO button, you can perform an automated stretch operation to display the image correctly before processing and using the plus symbol you can enlarge the graph for finer adjustment of the image. It is recommended to keep “Automatic” on. The Reset button- resets the stretch if required.

Guide
Enable the guiding floating window

Plate Solve
Press the Plate Solve button to analyze the current displayed image to determine the center coordinates (Right Ascension and Declination) of the image ‒ which shows your current mount pointing position. You can use this to calibrate the mount by pressing the “Sync to Mount” option in the pop-up box when the plate solve is complete. Plate solving also provides the basis for the Polar Alignment feature.

Crosshair
Creates a crosshair over the image to allow accurate centering of the image.

Annotate
Annotate the stars in it after you captured an image.

Detect Star
Show the sizes of stars you captured. When the ZWO EAF focuser is connected you can press this button to enter the focus control ‒ it will overlay the main page or focus page until turned off again.

Quick Start Guide to Imaging

The main aim of ASIAIR is to simplify the complicated process of astrophotography. To get you started quickly we have prepared the following Quick Start Guide to Image. First, let us understand the general shooting process in the deep space field (assuming that the equipment has been set up), t This does not include post-processing techniques.

1.  Focus on the main scope and guide scopes
2.  Polar Alignment
3.  Select the Mount and GoTo
4.  Preview the image
5.  Guiding
6.  Setup the planned shooting schedule With the ASIAIR we can divide this guide into three major steps:

Focusing

1.  Open the ASIAIR App, select “ Main Camera Settings ” in the top device setting area, and connect.
2.  Switch to “Focus” mode, touch the “Start” button, view the real-time refreshed image and adjust the focus until the star is roughly in focus.
3.  With BIN1 selected, the
4. better focus is attained with a SMALLER HFD value.

Polar Alignment

1.  Ensure the main camera and mount are connected.
2.  In preview mode take a short test image to ensure the main camera is in focus and downloading correctly.
3.  Switch to Polar Alignment mode and complete the calibration using the onscreen prompts. An error of 2 arc minutes or better is a good accuracy to aim for.

GoTo and Preview

1. After the polar axis calibration is completed, switch to the Preview mode, touch the search box on the equatorial mount control panel (MCP) to enter the o b ject library and select the shooting target with the current high altitude angle in the “Best Tonight” list.
2. After the target has been chosen, you will return to the preview interface, touch the [GoTo] button on the control panel of the equatorial mount, and the equatorial mount will move to the target position.
3. The default setting in GoTo will automatically center the image using a short alignment exposure and plate solve
4. To shut down ASIAIR close the app and wait 5-10 seconds before disconnecting power.
5. Live to stack is the automated onscreen stacking of multiple images in real-time ‒ this is can be a great feature to show faint objects to friends and family or at a star party.
   Step 1: Switch the app to Preview mode, select the target you want to shoot on the mount control panel, GoTo to the target, and shoot a short test image to adjust image composition.
   Step 2: Switch the app to Live Stacking mode, Choosing Light frames select the exposure length by pressing the time entry, choosing a time from the roller and pressing OK. You can save every individual frame when stacking by ticking the Save Every Frame When Stacking menu item. To create better images as you become more advanced you can add calibration files (Flats, Darks and Bias frames). uring live stacking you should not change the image size. If you change this you will need to restart the live stacking process again on a new image.

Some of the best deep-sky images you see are will be post-processed i.e. the saved images are processed on a PC using dedicated software. The longer the cumulative exposure time of the deep-sky target, the clearer the image. You will need to take multiple sets of images and integrate them on a PC if you wish to process images this way. To assist you ASIAIR can create and store a shooting schedule for your chosen targets.
Step 1: Set up the mount and guide to ensure you can expose the target without star trails for your intended exposure length
Step 2: Switch to Preview mode, select the target you want to shoot on the Mount Control Panel, GoTo to the target, and shoot a test image to adjust the imaging and composition.
Step 3: Create a shooting plan. Choose Autorun and create a target schedule by pressing the + button. You can choose exposure time, how many images you wish to shoot in the schedule, create calibration frames and Bin sizes. Click OK to store this for later use. On the main shooting page, you can also choose delays between frames if you wish to create delays for cameras with slow image downloads, or if you want to cool a DSLR sensor between images. You can also select if ASIAIR will move the telescope to the home position at the end of the schedule and you also have the option to automatically shut down the ASIAIR on completion. After creating the shooting plan, you can click the start button to start the shooting. Ensure that the mount and cameras are connected, and guiding is running before starting. If during the planned shooting schedule, you want to modify the shooting plan, you will need to reset the current shooting progress.

Appendix
This section outlines the image export, firmware upgrade and disclaimer and warranty process.

Export Image File
To post-process images on a PC you will need to export your images. Since ASIAIR Plus adds support for external USB disks, it is recommended to export the images in the TF card to the USB disk, and then directly insert and remove the USB disk to the computer to transfer these images. If you want to export the images directly through the TF card with the card reader, please make sure your ASIAIR Plus is fully de-energized before you pull out the TF card.

Software Updates
ZWO are providing regular updates to ASIAIR Plus and adding new features and functions to ensure your ASIAIR Plus performs at its best the app will check for updates each time its starts. Updated firmware is distributed with new versions of the app. When the latest version of the ASIAIR App is downloaded, the next time you connect to the ASIAIR Plus it will prompt you to update, click Confirm and wait for the update to complete. The ASIAIR Plus firmware refers to the programs that run on ASIAIR OS. You can close the App and restart the box to try it again if the firmware update does not succeed.

ASIAIR OS Restore
Operator errors can corrupt the ASIAIR OS system on the SD. We highly recommend backup the files before first use. We have created an easy-to-follow restore process. For details, please refer to the official website “How to restore the ASIAIR system”.ASIAIR OS is a Linux system developed by ZWO specifically for the ASIAIR app and firmware. If ASIAIR becomes unresponsive or you cannot find the ASIAIR Wi-Fi hotspot, please first try the reset button (For details please refer to the “Physical Description” and “Status indicators” part.

Security Essentials

1. Environmental Conditions
   ASIAIR is designed for outdoor use in normal astronomy conditions. Avoid using it in rain, snow, heavy fog, lightning, strong wind or extreme weather!)
   The working temperature is 0 °C to 40 °C.

2. Operations
   Ensure the power supply voltage is in the range of 12V-15V with a minimum current of 2A. Ensure power consumption of the entire system does not exceed 6A. Make sure that the SD Card has been correctly inserted into the card slot before powering on the ASIAIR Plus device. Ensure the surrounding area is well ventilated during operation. Pay attention to the connection cables of the ASIAIR Plus and attached devices, do not become snagged or tangled. Pay attention to the communication and power supply cables with the mount during slewing operations Do not operate under a state of under voltage. If you do so and for a long time the temperature of the ASIAIR Plus box might be raised to 70℃ – In this case do not touch it immediately after powering off.
   Disclaimer The product is not suitable for children, please be careful when operating in the area where children are present, and we advise adult supervision at all times. Please ensure you read the operations manual for ASIAIR before attempting to operate it. Ensure you are familiar with the functions of the product. If this product is not operated correctly, it may result in product damage or damage to associated equipment. While this product is designed for beginners in astrophotography you will require a period of understanding and basic knowledge of astronomy to perform safe and skilled operations For multiple service terms, please refer to the Service Agreement in the App.
   ZWO will not be held liable for the user’s failure to use the product in accordance with the User Manual. ZWO reserves the right to update, revise or terminate this document without prior notice.
   After Sales Support ZWO provides 2 years of warranty service for products. Within 2 years in the event of failure, we will provide you with free after- sales maintenance services. After the 2-year warranty period, we provide maintenance services, charging for parts that need to be repaired or replaced. The warranty clause does not apply to any misuse, misuse, accidental fall, or logistics and other human actions that cause damage to the device. Items for warranty service should be returned via the place of the original purchase. The postage for the return of repaired equipment shall be borne by the buyer/dealer. This manual is subject to update without notice. You can check the latest version on the ZWO website: https://astronomy-imaging-camera.com /manuals-guides If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact us via the following email: [email protected] ASIAIR is a trademark of ZWO. Copyright © 2020 ZWO

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The distance between user and products should be no less than 20cm.

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FAQ’S

How do I connect my device to my phone?

Connect your device to your phone with a USB cable, then open the ASIAIR app.

What is the difference between WiFi and Bluetooth connection?

WiFi connection is more stable and faster than Bluetooth connection. However, some older devices may not support WiFi connection.

Why does my device disconnect from my phone?

If you are using a USB cable to connect your device to your phone, please ensure that your device is connected to a power supply. If you are using a wireless connection, please ensure that there are no obstacles between your phone and your device. Please also check if you have set up an incorrect password for your device.

How do I use the camera shutter function?

Please turn on this function in the ASIAIR app before use. You can also use this function when you take photos with other apps on your phone. When you take photos with other apps on your phone, press and hold down the shutter button of your device to take photos with ASIAIR Plus. The shutter button of ASIAIR Plus will not work when it is connected to other apps on your phone. If you want to take photos with ASIAIR Plus when it is connected to other apps on your phone, please switch off this function in the ASIAIR app first.

How do I use the focus lock function?

Please turn on this function in the ASIAIR app before use. When you want to focus on a certain subject, press and hold down the focus lock button of ASIAIR Plus until it locks onto that subject. The focus lock button of ASIAIR Plus will not work when it is connected to other apps on your phone. If you want to focus on a certain subject when it is connected to other apps on your phone, please switch off this function in the ASIAIR app first.

Why does my device show “No Signal” after connecting my camera?

Please check if there are any obstacles between your camera and ASIAIR Plus or between ASIAIR Plus and your phone, then move them away from each other and try again. If that still doesn’t work, please restart both devices and try again. If it still doesn’t work, please contact ZWO customer service for help at [email protected]

What is “Auto-Alignment”?

Auto-Alignment allows users to automatically align their mount without having to manually adjust their mount’s alignment parameters every time they change their setup position or replace their mount’s guiding camera/scope/telescope etc..

What does the ZWO Asiair Pro do?

The ZWO ASIAIR Pro WiFi Camera Controller lets you control most ZWO ASI cameras from your smartphone or tablet with free app. Makes guiding and imaging SO much easier! The Pro version of the ASIAIR has a lightweight power management module, ample USB interfaces, and several methods of dovetail mounting.

What does the Asiair do?

ASIAIR is a smart WiFi device that allows you to control all ASI USB 3.0 cameras, ASI Mini series cameras, and an equatorial mount to do plate solving and imaging with your phone or tablet/iPad when connected to ASIAIR via WiFi.

How do you power Asiair?

The ASIAIR Pro requires 12V and will take anywhere from 2A-6A (you can give it more amps, but it will only draw what it needs). The original ASIAIR could be powered from the power bank since it only needs 5V at 2.5A. Also, most dew heaters require 12V in order to get enough power to warm up.

How do I use polar align with Asiair pro?

After we hit the play button. The camera will begin taking its first image once this completes it will plate solve in other words it just looks at the stars.

Is SharpCap polar alignment free?

Polar Alignment is a SharpCap Pro feature. You can test your polar alignment accuracy without a SharpCap Pro license to learn how the feature works, but you will need to buy a SharpCap Pro license to use the polar alignment adjustment stage that guides you in to correct alignment.

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