.. chapter:: Serial Port Assistant

StellarMate supports a broad range of astronomical equipment including Mounts, DSLRs, CCDs, Focusers, Filter Wheels, Domes, Weather Stations, and other Auxiliary devices. For a complete list, please check **INDI Devices** Page.

**StellarMate Equipment video**
All equipment must be powered before you connect them to StellarMate. Most astronomical devices can be connected to StellarMate via the following methods:

    * USB: This includes Serial-To-USB devices.
    * Bluetooth
    * Network: Wired or Wireless

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.. include:: ./network.rst
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