Celestron Smart DewHeater Controller 2X

Firstly, the ONLY CON I have for this marvelous DEW Heater/Controller is that there are still no ASCOM drivers as of September 1st 2023 at 6:30pm EST. Now that this ugly disclosure is out of the way…I absolutely love EVERYTHING else about it! Celestron has full support and telemetry in CPWI and their (seriously outdated) hand controllers so all bases are covered but I would love to see ASCOM/native support in N.I.N.A. for this incredibly versatile controller. I mounted the MeLE miniPC Q3 on top of my C9.25 XLT SCT (using the inlcuded VESA mount and a Losmandy dovetail rail) and because the 4x controller has an integral USB 3.2 hub, all of myUSB devices (cameras, focus wheel, focuser) and the hand controller plug into the hub and I run a single, very short USB cable into the adjacent miniPC. The four Dew Heater ports with thermistor inputs are generous but self-explanatory and highly configurable in the software. Best part is that the Celestron software intelligently controls and monitors the dew rings rather than a DIY/homebrew setup. Next, the integrated AUX port hub (which consists of three ports) is great and does the job of the add-on AUX port accessory Celestron has sold for years.What really won me over on purchasing this gem was the additional variable DC voltage power output port (selectable on the HC and in CPWI) which future proofs this controller so when I eventually replace my miniPC, I will have the ability to adjust the power input voltage to exactly match my future PC’s needs.I also love how the Controller can be used as a standalone device OR with a PC (or even the HC) for monitoring and control of parameters in CPWI.I will say once more to you CELESTRON: WE NEED AN ASCOM DRIVER/PLUGIN FOR N.I.N.A. – It is 2023, so providing ASCOM support should be the norm for astrophotography!