Yes, you can control Nina from a tablet by using a Remote Desktop app like Splashtop Personal (free). Ideally the Alpaca Driver would be embedded within the Polaris, but unfortunately Benro hasn't collaborated and there are limitations with the architecture. Please refer to the github Hardware documentation for the different types of architectures recommended. github.com/ogecko/alpaca-benro-polaris/blob/main/docs/hardware.md

@@jdm5001 hellow, too much thanks

I can't attach a print screen so I'll post the question on the community group

I'm not sure whats going wrong. Could you join the Alpaca Benro Polaris Support Discord Server at discord.gg/uqqM9Wqz. There are more people with MacOS who may be able to help. Post a message to the #support-alpaca topic, listing more details of the error message you get. Hope this helps.

@ - thanks. I am on windows.

Hi, if you cannot connect to the polaris_XXXXX wifi, I'd suggest trying to use a USB Wifi Dongle. Refer to Troubleshooting C0 for more details. github.com/ogecko/alpaca-benro-polaris/blob/dev/docs/troubleshooting.md#c0---cannot-connect-win11-computer-or-laptop-to-benro-polaris-wifi

@ - thank you. I’ll give it a try.

Hi Markl, congratulations on purchasing the Polaris. I can understand it can be a bit daunting initially as there is a lot to learn. To help give an overview and provide some answers to your questions, I've created a new page in the documentation as a Benginners Guide. You can find it at github.com/ogecko/alpaca-benro-polaris/blob/dev/docs/beginners.md Hope this helps.

Hi, I connect the Canon R5 via USB cable to a miniPC, hanging from my tripod. Once pointed to a target the Camera doesn't move that much over 2-3hrs so I haven't had any problem getting the cable tangled.

@@jdm5001 Thanks for your reply

Hi, I used a HACCURY Luminous 1° Round level bubble from AliExpress www.aliexpress.com/item/4000457838875.html

Hi, if you are using a work computer, its possible that IT has a security policy that prevents you from connecting to open Wifi hotspots like the Benro Polaris. Another issue is that some embedded wifi adapters have problems to connect to the BP. You might want to try using TP-Link AC600 USB WiFi Adapter mentioned in the hardware.md. This adapter has overcome several peoples problems connecting their machine to the Polaris hotspot.

@@jdm5001 Thank you - that little, cheap Wi-Fi adapter did the trick and I can connect to the Polaris now without problem. Fantastic to see the Polaris slewing to targets from both Stellarium and NINA - just need a clear night now.

@paulcopley2794 Great to hear it helped. Excellent.

Thanks for backing the project. I agree with you, its quite challenging to tailor content to the various experience levels everyone has. I originally bought the BP as a camera tripod head and got curious into astro over the last year. There's always a lot to learn and the great thing is everyone can do it at their own pace. I'm curious what type of tutorials you'd be interested in.

@@jdm5001 - tutorials: how to set up with alpaca, what equipment is needed (laptop, tablet), what other software is needed, full set up, alignment and capture session.

@@boycefitzgerald Cool. The Alpaca Benro Polaris Project's documentation and install videos should have you covered. Lets see how it goes.

@@jdm5001 - looking forward to it. Plus other users will share tips and tricks.

Stellarium needs to connect to the Device running the Alpaca Driver (can be via Wifi). The Alpaca Driver connects to BP via Wifi.

@@jdm5001 will the Alpaca driver be a physical device then?

The Alpaca Driver will be an open source software release. The software needs to be installed and setup on a Mini-PC, Laptop, Desktop, Raspberry Pi , SurfacePC, or other device that can join the BP's Wifi Hotspot.

Dave, great to have a serious DSLR astrophotographer and computer programmer remodel how BP should work. As a mere hobby astrophotographer and not a programmer with no experience of telescopes a couple of questions, as you left me behind… 1. The Stellarium app you are using is desktop based. How does this connect with BP and the iPhone controlling it? 2. How will it work in the middle of nowhere - will i need to take a laptop with me? Clarification would be very helpful. Keep up the good work. Jonathan

@jonathanshribman4813 thanks for the feedback. There are a few options, but I recently used Nina, Stellarium and ABP in the middle of nowhere. BP App connects to BP hotspot as usual. MiniPC running Nina (to camera via USB), ABP (to BP's hotspot via wifi), and Stellarium to ABP (via Synscan). On a separate laptop I connect to the Mini-PC's own hotspot (stronger than the BPs). The laptop lets me control everything inside in the warmth. If Stellarium is too slow over Remote Desktop, I can run it on the laptop and connect to the MiniPC remotely with SynScan. A bit tricky to get going, its much easier if you have a home wifi.

Hi, I'm sorry I missed your comment. Are you still interested in Beta testing. Let me know your GitHub account and are ok with the Beta Test guidelines and I'll add you to the repository.

Great, thanks for offering to help with Beta testing. Do you have a Github account? Can you direct message me on the Facebook Polaris Camera Controller Global Group, or on Messenger?