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The open architecture
of the Meade Autostar permits the update of operating software, the loading
of events such as comets, satellites, and minor planets, and allows you to
share or "clone" this information with other Autostars. Depending on the
type of Autostar Handbox and Telescope, you will need to use one of three
different optional Cable Connector Sets:
#505 Connector Cable Kit — for use with
Handbox
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Telescope
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#495 Autostar
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All DS Models
All DS-2000 Models
ETX-60 / 70
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#497 ETX Autostar
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All DS Models
All DS-2000 Models
All ETX Models
LX-90
LXD-55
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#506 Connector Cable Kit – for use with
Handbox
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Telescope
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#494 Autostar
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All DS Models
All DS-2000 Models
ETX-60 / 70
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LX200 Interface Cable – for use with
Handbox
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Telescope
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Autostar II
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All LX200GPS or later models |
LX400-ACF USB Cable – for use with
Handbox
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Telescope
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Autostar II
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All LX400-ACF models |
These files and applications will be updated frequently, and are dated
for easy identification. Check back often for the most current updates, files
and applications.
How To Upgrade Your Handbox
To upgrade your Autostar first click on the link below to download the Autostar Update (ASU) Client Application for Windows.
If your web browser allows you to open the installation file, you may choose that option when prompted. Otherwise, just save
the install file to your local hard disk drive. When downloading is complete, double click on the saved file to start the
installation. Follow the instructions provided to install Autostar Update (ASU) on your machine. When installation is complete, start
ASU by selecting "Start Menu" -> "Programs" -> "Meade Inst" -> "ASU". If you have an active Internet
connection and your telescope with Autostar is connected using the appropriate cable as listed above, ASU will detect and
install the correct Autostar code directly from Meade's web site via the "Upgrade Autostar Software Now" button.
Autostar Update
Autostar Update is a family of applications that function to transfer the
event files and software updates from your computer, through the serial port
and Connector Cable Set, to your connected Autostar. The Autostar Update
application is available as a stand-alone client application for Windows.
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9/27/06
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Autostar II version 4.2g
(
1,804 KB
) is available for LX200GPS and later model telescopes.
To get the new version,
use either the 4.2g link
and download and unzip the
file to the Ephemerides
directory under the Autostar
Update (ASU) installation
directory or use ASU and
press "Upgrade Autostar
Software Now" and ASU
will download the file and
upgrade the handbox. If
you don't already have ASU
use the link on this page
to download and install
it on your PC. This version
is to be used by all LX200
GPS and later model telescopes. It will
not affect your Smart Mount
status. If you have Smart
Mount, you will still have
Smart Mount with this version.
If you have not paid for
Smart Mount, you can still
use this version, but it
will not have the Smart
Mount function. New Initialization instructions for Autostar
NOTE: Only the RS232 port
next to the HBX port can
be used for upgrading the
handbox. |
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Autostar II version 2.2i (
2,171 KB) is available for all LX400-ACF telescopes. To get this version, use either the 2.2i link to download and unzip the file to the Ephemerides directory under the Autostar Update (ASU) installation directory or use ASU and press “Upgrade Autostar Software Now” and ASU will download the file and upgrade the handbox. If you don’t already have ASU use the link on this page to download and install it on your PC. This version is to be used by all LX400-ACF telescopes. New Initialization instructions for Autostar |
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The new PEC Utility Tool allows you greater control over the Periodic Error Correction functions of your LX200GPS and later models, or LX400-ACF telescope. During PEC Training, small corrections made to keep a star precisely centered by a DSI, LPI or via hand controller inputs, are recorded and remembered by your telescope so that they may be automatically replayed by the SmartDrive™ system. After you have performed the PEC training procedure, the PEC Tool allows you to further refine the periodic error corrections made by SmartDrive. Click on the link to download the PEC Utility. Once saved to your hard drive, double click the “InstallPecTool.EXE” and follow the instructions to complete the installation. Your Telescope must have the latest version of firmware to operate with the PEC Tool.
PEC Utility Tool Instructions
After installation the PEC Utility option is located in the “Start Menu => Programs => Meade => PEC Tool”.
NOTE: The PEC Tool is to be used for LX200GPS and later models and LX400-ACF telescopes only. |
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4/13/07
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Autostar
model #497 version
43Eg
(479 KB) is available. 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;
or use ASU and press "Upgrade
Autostar Software Now"
and ASU will download and
upgrade the handbox. If
you don't already have ASU
use the link on this page
to download and install
it on your PC. New Initialization instructions for Autostar
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12/18/05
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Autostar
Update (ASU) Client Application for Windows, Version 4.6
(1,654 KB). This is the latest Autostar Update. Rev. 4.6 is compatible with the LX400-ACF Telescope and Max Mount. This version is compatible with all versions of AutoStar II, #497 and #494 AutoStar computer controllers. This installation will automatically update the Update Client Application in AutoStar Suite™ Software. If you have previously installed the Autostar Update (ASU) Client Application for Windows, Uninstall the old version before installing this new version.
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To transfer event
files and software updates, follow the
instructions in the manual
for your Connector Cable Set.
Orbital Elements
The elements can be saved to your local machine by using your browser's
"Save As" facility, ensuring that you select "Plain text" as the format
for the saved document. Or you may use the "File" - "Get Object Data from WWW" menu option from within
the Autostar Update application.
To enter an individual
element into the Autostar, follow the
instructions
in the online
Autostar Manual
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