Meade instruments corporation meade autostar update. Meade etx125at telescope w uhtc, autostar controller 497. This amazing computerized celestial object locating system plugs into the telescopes handbox port allowing a quick telescope alignment. To recondition the touch pad contacts of your meade autostar 497 handset you will need a few things on hand. Autostar 497 vs audiostar posted in meade computerized telescopes. This meade audiostar talking computer hand control is a replacement for a lost or damaged meade hand control from any meade telescope that uses a standard nontalking 30,000 object database autostar hand control etx premier and later, lxd55 and lxd75 scopes, lx90, etc.
Meade etx 70 with autostar 497 controller duration. Typcially, when the autostar suite cd rom is inserted in your computer it will automatically begin the install process. Rom also contains this manual and manuals for the autostar image processing module and the lpi camera. So far the autostar is far far too complicated for this cpa, mba to understand. Computer pointing technology along with a list of features and an extensive database that can be easily upgraded from the internet makes the autostar a first class controller. Meade 497 autostar theres not a whole lot you can say that hasnt already been said about the autostar controller.
Get the best deals on meade autostar telescope when you shop the largest online selection at. Maybe you could share some details of your etx autostar setup procedures. Instruction manual meade 494 autostar instruction manual 48. Save meade 497 autostar controller to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Meade autostar 495 and 497 posted in meade computerized telescopes.
Unfollow meade autostar 497 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. I got it on ebay, it only came with the handbox cable. Next generation meade autostar, now with audio files and an internal speaker. Updating meade autostar model 497 with autostar updater. The autostar handbox plugs into the same hbx connector on the telescope as the. Starpatch allows you to use almost any gps receiver with the meade autostar 497 497ep or audiostar handsets see telescope models. This time its extension of the stock cable length using cat5 network cable. Autostar 497 vs audiostar meade computerized telescopes. It is a digital astronomy application for your meade telescope. Meade audiostar hand controller telescope controller. Ces 2017 meade telescopes latest models lineup 2017 total eclipse duration. Meade autostar operating instructions pdf download. The stock meade coiled cable is a straight through design. Please refer to your telescopes instruction manual for information specific to your telescope model.
Starpatch updates the internal handset software so that it can recognize gps nmea data and use this to set the date, time, latitude and longitude. Starpatch allows you to update your autostar 497497ep, audiostar or autostar ii handset with new features patches along with the latest software from meade. Even the most novice observer will find himself or herself locating dozens of fascinating celestial objects the. Meade autostar ii controller lowest prices free shipping. New listing meade autostar 497 telescope controller. Auxiliary ports provide connection for current and future meade accessories. Nov 12, 2010 meade etx 70 with autostar 497 controller duration.
Which are differences i know that autostar 497 are for etx and 495 for ds. Meade instruments autostar suite roveretoastronomia. I mean, how can i recognize them from a picture, on an internet picture example, does the buttons are the same. We must look at the etx telescope, the autostar, and the tripod as an integrated system. This page provides information from meade and users on the meade autostar, audiostar, cables, and the autostar updater software. Horizontal lock controls the manual horizontal rotation of the telescope. Top 5 tips for improving planetary views with your telescope. Autostar prompts you to enter the country or state listed alphabetically of the observing site. If the telescope is placed on the wedge without the field tripod attached to it, the wedge will be seriously overbalanced and the telescope could tip over. This item meade 497 autostar computer controller for etx telescopes meade instruments 08109003 lx90acf 8inch f10 advanced comafree telescope meade instruments 205004 etx90 observer maksutovcassegrain telescope with tripod, eyepieces, and hand carry case,blue. Just plug the autostar into the telescopes hbx port in place of the standardequipment electronic controller, do a quick telescope alignment, and youre ready to observe any object in the autostar s 30,000object database. Meade 497 autostar computer controller for etx telescopes.
I did a search, read my manuals, etc, but didnt learn much on the subject. Meade 497 autostar computer controller for etx telescopes by. The computer seems very slow to respond to commands. To get this new version, use either the 43eg link to download and unzip the file to the ephemerides directory of the autostar update asu installation directory. Lx50, 7 maksutovcassegrain telescope 8, and 10 schmidtcassegrain telescopes. Autostar then prompts you to enter the nearest city listed alphabetically to the observing site.
Meade autostar suit rs232 to serial adapter compatibility issues with win 10 duration. Finally, to access meades website for the latest updates and product information, click anywhere on the. Aug 18, 2012 meade 497 autostar computer controller for etx telescopes will be the excellence concept for you to improve of house and make your life less difficult. If you have not yet installed the suite, consult the quickstart instructions for the complete instructions. Meade etx90ec telescope w uhtc, autostar controller 497. If you applying patches or using the cable information, be certain you check the versionmodel number first to. Compatible with all meade etx90 and 125 models, lxd75 and lx90 series telescopes, and other 497 autostar equipped models. Finally, to access meade s website for the latest updates and product information, click anywhere on the. The xwedge instructions are written for use with either the. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and hobbyists. Contact meade, or it may be to your advantage to check scopetronixs etx90ec drive tuneup page.
The autostar controller turns the etx90ec into an automatic celestialobject locating system. The autostar ii has improved upon the previous model in many ways, such as an expanded 3. See the autostar feedback page for other autostar user comments. Handleiding meade autostar 497 pagina 2 van 12 english. Meade instruments is acknowledged as one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the telescope. Installation autostar ip is installed as part of meade s autostar suite.
The name meade, the meade logo, and autostar are trademarks reg. Meade s autostar ii hand controller system comes with refined astronomy software suitable for operating lx200acf, lx600acf, and lx850acs meade model telescopes only. There are many with the other producers are spending their time and dollars on fancy packages and capabilities that nobody genuinely needs, weve gone in one more aim. Meade autostar ii controller meade s autostar ii hand controller system comes with refined astronomy software suitable for operating lx200acf, lx600acf, and lx850acs meade model telescopes only. Use the scroll keys to cycle through the database of countries, states, and provinces. I would not recommend using this specific autostar handset to control one of the more expensive meade scopesmounts etxs 90mm and larger, lxd5575, lx90, etc. Meade instruments corporation instruction manual teleskop. They appear to work identically except for the volume controls. Nov 27, 2015 ces 2017 meade telescopes latest models lineup 2017 total eclipse duration. The autostar handbox plugs into the same hbx connector on the telescope as the ec handbox. To view the meade product catalog, click on the meade general catalog button. Meade autostar 495 and 497 meade computerized telescopes. Meade 495 autostar telescope computer controller cable.
First you will need to get a rubber keypad repair kit of some kind, likely you will have to order this or look to a dedicated electronics repair store. The autostar is a 495 handset that i upgraded to the 497 version. Find great deals on ebay for meade autostar and meade etx. Even if you still have your standard hand control, you can replace it with the audiostar to. Once issued, the user needs to only upload the new version there are always two basic firmware applications. The name meade, etx, autostar and the meade logo are trademarks registered with the u. If you are anxious to use your telescope for the first time, read the quickstart guide on pages 4 and 5. I read the autostar manual word for word twice before i dared to hook it to my etx90 scope. Patent office and in principal countries throughout the world. Hi my friendi would like to ask you a question that need to know the answer in few words. Just plug autostar into the telescopes hbx port in place of the standard.
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