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Table of Contents
Desktop Icons and Layout
Updated 8/4/2022 - Travis Deyoe
Use the image below to serve as a general guide for the quick link (taskbar) icons that open various programs.
Observatory Software
Maestro3
ACP
Scheduler
TheSkyX
Dome Control
FocusPro
FocusMax V5
Maestro4
TIM
MaxIm DL 6
ASIStudio
VirtualHere
Alnitak Controller
SkyAlert
Backup Folders
Settings
ASIImg - Shortcut
Taskbar Links
Google Chrome
Internet browser need I say more? Bookmarkers within include weather, wiki, dome cameras, SkyCenter music, and so on.
File Explorer
I have no idea what this is. Is it like Dora?
ACP
TIM
The Telescope Interface Module (TIM) was originally used to operate the Focuser, Rotator, temperature sensors, Mirror Covers, and fans. It now just does the Mirror Covers and is scheduled for removal and replacement.
SkyAlert
Weather software. This connects to the SkyAlert Weather Station on the Power House. It starts up automatically when the computer boots up and should stay running in the background. It is also configured to give ACP weather information for automatic bad weather shutdown (parking the telescope and closing the dome).
System Tray
VNCServer
This software allows remote connection to the Schulman Desktop (this computer). It will always be running. If you close this there will be hell to pay.
Google Drive
All Remote data is shared through the Google Drive. If you are using the Schulman remotely or need to get files on the computer without bringing up a thumbdrive I recommend using the drive.
Misc
Pixinsight
For all your Astrophotography needs. This is a personal copy of Travis' but you are more than welcome to use it. Very powerful post processing software with a bit of a learning curve.
Stellarium
If you just need to quickly check what is up in the sky and you don't want to open TheSkyX. Stellarium is an easy intuitive planetarium software that is also set up to control the telescope if you so choose. (currently connects through ACP so the dome operates with it telescope motion)
VNC Viewer
Originally used to access the old TCS computers (PubSub and the MIC) however now just here in case you want to remotely connect to the Phillips for some reason.
Recycling Bin
- The Telescope Control software (PubSub GUI) is accessed through the Chrome browser.
- The Schulman Network is a document on the desktop.
- VNC is an icon on the desktop. This permits access to PubSub and the Mic controller computers.
