USB to RJ12 6P6C PC Link Cable for Sky-Watcher SynScan Hand Controller
Connect your Sky-Watcher SynScan Hand Controller to a Windows PC using this USB-to-RJ12 6P6C PC Link Cable. Equipped with a Prolific PL2303GC USB-to-Serial chipset, it provides a serial communication connection for compatible SynScan hand controllers.
Key Features
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PL2303TA Chipset: Built-in Prolific PL2303GC USB-to-Serial converter.
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RJ12 6P6C Connector: Connects to a compatible SynScan Hand Controller PC Link port.
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PC Communication: Enables serial communication between the hand controller and a computer.
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Firmware Updating: Designed for compatible SynScan Hand Controller firmware update applications.
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USB Connection: Connects directly to a Windows PC without a separate USB-to-serial adapter.
Technical Specifications
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Product Type: USB PC Link Cable
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Chipset: Prolific PL2303GC
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Interface: USB to Serial UART
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Connector: RJ12 6P6C
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Application: SynScan Hand Controller PC Communication and Firmware Updating
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Driver: Compatible PL2303TA legacy driver
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Operating System: Windows with a compatible driver
How to Use
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Download and install a compatible Prolific PL2303TA driver.
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Connect the RJ12 plug to the compatible PC Link port on the SynScan Hand Controller.
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Connect the USB plug to your computer.
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Open Windows Device Manager and locate the Prolific USB-to-Serial COM port.
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Note the assigned COM port number.
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Open the compatible SynScan firmware update or communication software.
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Select the corresponding COM port and follow the software instructions.
Driver Download
Prolific official website:
https://www.prolific.com.tw/
Important Notes
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PL2303GC is a discontinued chipset and may require a legacy driver.
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Verify the hand controller model, RJ12 pinout and electrical signal requirements before purchasing.
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Firmware update compatibility depends on the SynScan hand controller model and the official update procedure.
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This cable should not be confused with a standard RS232 cable or an ST-4 autoguider cable.
