They could have done a better job if they had provided comprehensive instructions with the 506 cable kit. Astrofinder 506 projector accessories pdf manual download. Diy meade 505 telescope to pc cable the makers workbench. Allows you to both operate and update your autostar equipped meade telescope from your computer. For use with 494 autostar equipped models including meade etx60, etx70 and etx80 and most ds2000 series models from a pc. This item is compatible with meade etx 60, etx 70 and etx 80 models, as well as most ds 2000 series models. This astronomy software places galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, stars, and planets, all on your windowsbased pc. Can someone please confirm if the above software cable kit will be suitable for this telescope. Includes a database of over 15 000 celestial objects. Cable included is from serial port to phone type rs 232 jack. Astrofinder software allows telescope control from a computer. Meade astrofinder 506 operating instructions pdf download.
I spend every chance i get under the stars taking in the amazing views that can be seen from my 10 meade lxd55 schmidt newtonian. Realtime interactive star charts will help plan your stargazing sessions. Nbsp oslash nbsp we cannot be responsible for time in transit, custom fees or for custom delays. Ive got a usb to serial cable connected and the driver installed fine, ive set it up as com1 and set it to com1 in the autostar suite, but it point blank refuses to talk to the telescope. If it is compatable, i already have the rs232 to usb connector cable. Use a personal computer pc to directly control a meade autostarcompatible telescope through the use of an astronomical software program with telescope control capabilities such as meade epoch 2000sk sky software. All autostarequipped telescopes may be remotely controlled from the pc display.
You can buy meade 045 no 506 cable connector kit with software for no 497 autostar equipped models black for sale at low price. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below. Affordable meade 045 no 506 cable connector kit with. This meade 506 astrofinder software and cable connector kit provides meade displays over 10,000 astronomical objects. Allows you to both operate and update your autostar equipped meade telescope form your computer.
This cable kit is compatible with computers running microsoft windows xp or later. Cables for astronomy power cables guide cables mount. If you are looking for meade 045 no 506 cable connector kit with software for no 497 autostar equipped models black, youre come to the right place. Meade 506 astrofinder software and cable connector kit. The hand control has a phone type jack on its bottom which the cable plugs into, and then into the telescope. Most of our readers here will be surprised to learn that i am an avid amateur astronomer. The software that came with the 506 kit is not that easy to follow and unfortunately meade does not include a written instruction manuel with the software. View and download meade astrofinder 506 operating instructions online. This set includes a 6foot rs232 cable and a db9 serial adapter. Also compatible with lx200gps and lx200 classic preautostar. Be sure to look up exact model numbers for your handbox and telescope before choosing the 505 or 506 cable connector kit. Software alignment tips database information cable information autostar power information, gps.
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