A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and. Autostar suite2 is developed by meade instruments corporation. Autostar doesnt turn on meade computerized telescopes. Here is the 497 autostar s keycontact side the other side of the above photos. Many programs provide support for this interface to guide your telescope. Meade 497 autostar theres not a whole lot you can say that hasnt already been said about the autostar controller. Ive seen other post about autostar problems but im having difficulty figuring this one out. A guide to the meade etx 80 backpack observatory duration. For the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. Meade autostar 494 instruction manual pdf download. This page provides information from meade and users on the meade autostar, audiostar, cables, and the autostar updater software. Onoff switch turns the computer control panel and autostar on or off.
The autostar handbox plugs into the same hbx connector on the telescope as the. View and download meade autostar 494 instruction manual online. You can also explore other items in the telescope accessories yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you. To recondition the touch pad contacts of your meade autostar 497 handset you will need a few things on hand. Download free pdf for meade ds80 telescope manual pdf for meade telescope ds80 manual. This is a pc to autostar or audiostar connector cable only. Known for its groundbreaking telescopic designs, meade has introduced dozens of improvements over.
Parts listing parts listing when first opening the packing box, note carefully the following parts. Reading through the documentation that came with the 2. Meade connector kit wautostar software skies unlimited. Jan 10, 2014 guys,my first post so hopefully this is the correct forum. I plug in autostar handset and turn the telescope on. This quick start guide demonstrates how to install the batteries and eyepiece, and how to observe using the autostar arrow keys. Finally, to access meade s website for the latest updates and product information, click anywhere on the. On my etx125, the autostar does not always light up and work.
If you applying patches or using the cable information, be certain you check the versionmodel number first to. Autostar doesnt turn on posted in meade computerized telescopes. 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. It appears my autostar hand controllers are all dying. Meade etx 70 with autostar 497 controller fly by tire. Autostar suite was designed to be extremely powerful and accurate. Meade telestar newtonian reflector telescope w autostar go meade lx600 14in advanced comafree telescope f8 w starlock finder. Meade etx autostar telescope field guide astrosurf. Which are differences i know that autostar 497 are for etx and 495 for ds. I havent use the scope in a few months but wanted to see jupiter last month.
Selling a meade autostar 497 hand controller with cord. Autostar 497 vs audiostar meade computerized telescopes. View and download meade ds2090attc instruction manual online. Had a search and couldnt see anyone else with this issue so here goes. Nov 26, 2008 autostar 497 43eg upgrade posted in autostar audiostar controllers.
Meade autostar, menu referencia rapida, documentacion etx. Meade etx90ec telescope w uhtc, autostar controller 497. Product carries full one year meade uk limited factory warranty. The name meade, the meade logo, and autostar are trademarks reg. With the autostar iii controller plugged into your meade telescope the astronomical universe is in the palm of your hand. It is basically new, still has the plastic film over screen. As soon as i plug it into the computer control board with the batteries and the two motorsi get the following. I plugged in the usual ac adapter i use and the autostar controller didnt turn on, but the power light in the mount did.
See the autostar feedback page for other autostar user comments. Compatible with all meade etx90 and 125 models, lxd75 and lx90 series telescopes, and other 497 autostar equipped models. Meade instruments is acknowledged as one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the telescope market. Autostar 497 problem discussions scopes whole setups. Nov 27, 2015 this feature is not available right now. View and download meade autostar user manual online. Use a personal computer pc to directly control a meade autostarcompatible telescope through the use of an. Allows connection of a meade 497 autostar or meade audiostar keypad to a pc serial port using meade autostar suite software, available for free download at. This guide is to supplement those manuals in the areas that are only briefly mentioned or are not integrated with each other. Meade instruments autostar suite roveretoastronomia.
Autostar assists the observer with a large variety of features. I found the autostar to be very easy to use even without reading the manual. View and download meade autostar operating instructions online. Nov 12, 2010 demonstrating the meade autostar handset astronomy and nature tv. Many programs designed for the pc have taken shortcuts to appear faster, but at the expense of accuracy. I picked up a used meade autostar handset second hand from astromart from a seller with perfect feedback. I got it on ebay, it only came with the handbox cable.
View and download meade autostar software manual online. Autostar 497 43eg upgrade posted in autostar audiostar controllers. Led the red power indicator light illuminates when power is supplied to the autostar handbox and to the telescopes motor drive. I did a search, read my manuals, etc, but didnt learn much on the subject.
I mean, how can i recognize them from a picture, on an internet picture example, does the buttons are. Neither i nor any of the individuals named here bear responsibility for any damages following your. If you wish to try out autostars go to capabilities, check out the list of page references at the bottom of the following page. It is a digital astronomy application for your meade telescope.
Patent office and in principal countries throughout the world. The rubber key sheet has conductive dots which bridge the fingers of the contact areas. Autostar 497 vs audiostar posted in meade computerized telescopes. These patches either correct errors, or add functions i and others have found useful. Rom also contains this manual and manuals for the autostar image processing module and the lpi camera. Hi my friendi would like to ask you a question that need to know the answer in few words. Feb 04, 2001 this page contains links and instructions for patching meade autostar firmware files. The autostar computer controller helps you quickly find and goto to objects in the night sky. Meade autostar ds etx series manual only original for telescopes. Handbox hbx port plug the autostar coil cord 9, fig. Please refer to your telescopes instruction manual for information specific to your telescope model. Get the best deals on meade autostar telescope when you shop the largest online selection at.
Download free pdf for meade ds2114 telescope manual. Meade autostar 497 problems posted in beginners forum no astrophotography here please read the forum description. Hopefully i do not have to update all the previous ones one at a time to bring my 497 to the latest and greatest update. Plus a detail shot of the contacts and illuminating leds the white squares labeled d23 to d26 for the four slew keys. Meade instruments stella wifi adapter users guide intro to stella stella is a wifi adapter that allows wireless connection to your telescope mount. Meade autostar operating instructions pdf download. The autostar iii computer controller with speaker helps you quickly find and goto over 30,000 objects in the night sky. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and hobbyists. The 909 offers this capability to owners of lx90s with autostar 497 and to all almost all other meade bases by utilizing patches available to the 497 firmware. In this article we will show you one way to fix or recondition your meade autostar 497 handset to reliable and easy one touch operations again. Meade autostar ip was designed to be extremely powerful and accurate. Meade autostar ii controller wired for lx200gps or rcx400 from buytelescopes. By carefully coding each section of the program using 64 bit floating point numbers, autostar suite takes full advantage of your math coprocessor to provide.
Once issued, the user needs to only upload the new version there are always two basic firmware applications. The autostar screen is lit up but displays nothing but the red glow of the backlight no messages being displayed. See pages 9 to 11 for more information about autostars keys. Reviving a seemingly dead 495497 autostar controller disclaimer the steps below describe my experience in successfully brining back a dead autostar controller to life. Feedback if you are a seller for this product, would you like to suggest updates through seller support. Solve meade 497 autostar computer controller problem. I used my lovely meade etx 125 for the first time in a little while last night. Start in the early evening, late afternoon when it is still light and you can see what you are doing. Reviving a seemingly dead 495497 autostar controller. Demonstrating the meade autostar handset astronomy and nature tv. Replacement autostar handset for your meade telescope. 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. How to set up and align meade etx telescope ra and ec duration. To view the meade product catalog, click on the meade general catalog button.
This interface can be directly coupled to cameras that support it or controlled via parallel port, button box, etc. The name meade, autostar and the meade logo are trademarks. Meade etx90ec telescope w uhtc, autostar controller 497 and tripod 884. View online or download meade autostar 497 instruction manual. For warranty information about this product, please click here. The etx autostar field guide the stepbystep guide book for the etx autostar observation system are you frustrated that you etx autostar is not doing what you want. View and download meade 2080 instruction manual online. Next generation meade autostar, now with audio files and an internal speaker. Audiostar and autostar handbox controllers as supplied with meade telescopes. Step by step setup guide manual pdf for meade etx90ec 497. Allows you to both operate the telescope from your computer and download free updates from the meade site as they become available. Does updating to 43eg encompass all the previous updates.
I had one with an etx60at that glitched during the setup and would not progress pass the daylight savings. If you are anxious to use your telescope for the first time, read the quickstart guide on pages 4 and 5. Autostar 497 43eg upgrade autostaraudiostar controllers. Meade autostar 495 and 497 posted in meade computerized telescopes. Meade 497 autostar computer controller for etx telescopes.