System overview

Stand-alone, no pc needed.
Uses robust and cheap motors originally for dishes.
Installation without pc.
No light sensors, position is calculated.
Low energy consumption ideal for solar powered, operates at 12 volt from adapter or battery and solar power system.
Protection with end switch and motor check.
Operates with HF remote control.
LCD screen on controller.
Uses GPS receiver for time, date and position.
Can be used to keep a solar reflector (Heliostat) or solar tracker.
Works 24/7 will go to the morning position at night.
Firmware updates possibe.
USB port for command shell.
All parameters are user changeable for custom hardware.
Suntrack hardware
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Sun tracking system. The text on the enclosure is the layout of the remote control. Right the system board with a CAT5 cable for each motor. Schematic: here (PDF).
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The moteck sg2100a for the horizontal and vertical movement are standard satellite dish motors connected a little bit different as usual