How to set up and align meade etx telescope ra and ec. Eye damage is often painless, so there is no warning to the observer that damage has occurred until it is too late. Youll find that this telescope system has all you need to explore the universe. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and. The wires connecting the battery in the controller. Just plug autostar into the telescopes hbx port in place of the. View and download meade etx 90ec instruction manual online. The autostar hand controller of the meade etx 60at and 70at is the brain of the telescope. Store your etx 90 observer in a hard carry casetheres even a bag for your tripod so everything is protected. Telescope meade etx series autostar instruction manual. Known for its groundbreaking telescopic designs, meade has.
Meade etx90 telescope maksutovcassegrain catadioptrics. Meade customer service seems dedicated to not serving their customers, so ordering replacement parts can be a hassle. Summary of contents of user manual for meade etx 60at. The etx90ec comes with a revised manual, an etx accessory catalog meades, and a registration card. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we.
Meade autostar causing motor unit falure for etx90c. It also seemed different than what i found described on some meade etx telescope websites. The autostar controller turns the etx90ec into an automatic celestialobject locating system. Autostar has softtouch keys designed to have a positive feel. Whether youre looking for your first telescope such as the etx, or a telescope for your observatory like the 16 lx600, meade has a telescope for everyone. The autostar suite provides additional functionality and control of the etx using a rs232 serial not usb connection from a computer. Page 1 instruction manual etx observer series etx 125 etx 90 etx 80.
Youll find that this telescope system has all you need to explore the universe we live in. And with the etx 90ec, meade brings a serious telescope into the price range of the casual consumer. Find the user manual you need for your lawn and garden product and more at manualsonline. Begin by setting the tripod in the direction of polaris. Set up your tripod and align your telescope all at once. The etx 90 maksutovcassegrain offers terrific optical quality that is the envy of the telescope industry, the easy to use meade autostar computer handbox with over 30,000 object library, and a solid mount and tripod. Meade etx60at 70at astro telescope cheap and compact. Meade etx 90 buy a meade etx 90 observer telescope, meade.
Patent office and in principal countries throughout the world. To view the meade product catalog, click on the meade general catalog button. Meade etx series autostar instruction manual pdf download. Etx premier edition telescope series autostarlntsmartfinder. The fact that is easy to transport also makes it an excellent option for people who love to travel, while for beginners, this model is ideal because it needs no additional utensils to make it work. Meade etx90 telescope maksutovcassegrain catadioptrics sign in to comment. Updating my old etx60 getting started general help and. Focusing meade etx 90 ec meade computerized telescopes. Congratulations on receiving your new etx observer telescope. And there was a lot of other new material that clarified the operation of the autostar. Starting your astronomy journey with the meade etx 90 is an excellent choice. The meade etx 90, the original model, successfully combined great features with affordability, with one of the best aspects of this device being the resistant materials used in its design. The meade etx series telescopes have great optics but the motor drivetrains could be better. Meade telescope parts and accessories for sale in stock ebay.
For the avid astrophotographer, meade s series 6000 refractors will give you sharp details on all of your astrophotos. The observer will become frustrated and revert to the, ugh, altazimuth mode. The etx 80 90 125 observer series manual is available online from meade. This hand controller provides control over every telescope function. 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 autostars. This manual describes applications of the autostar computer. When would you want to consider buying used meade telescope parts and accessories. In any event, what i discovered on my etx 90 model was a small motor with a brass spur gear that engages a larger 3 inch diameter or so plastic gear. Nearly all functions of the telescope are accomplished with just a few pushes of autostar s buttons. Sep 15, 2017 hello everyone at sgl, ive been looking for a small portable scope and came across the meade etx 90 ra at a reasonable price on ebay in good condition. Instruction manual etx observer series etx125 etx90 etx80. Packing your etx 90 observer and tripod at a moments notice is. Meade etx 90 ra getting started equipment help and advice. It is like having the astronomer with you guiding your stargazing session.
The etx 125 observer telescope includes a dvd to install the autostar suite application for microsoft windows only. Etx premier edition telescope series autostar lntsmartfinder. View and download meade etx series autostar instruction manual online. Meade etx telescopes are instruments fully capable of growing with your interest and are ideal for both the casual observer and serious astronomer alike.
Introduced in the late 1970s, the c90 took up the position as the entry level model in celestrons lineup. Presented by robert j dalby produced by db video services for astronomy and. Meade ds 90 ec telescope with autostar controller in original box. Sep 02, 2018 with the autostar there are nine slewing speed settings instead of four. The fact that is easy to transport also makes it an excellent option for people who love to travel, while for beginners, this model is ideal because it needs. Meade etx90ec telescope w uhtc, autostar controller 497. The etx is rumored to be due for a major refreshening. Meade etx 90 buy a meade etx 90 observer telescope. See autostar manual, chapter 2 training the drive and chapter 5 on the setup menu the manual is available on the web meade autostar causing motor unit falure for etx90c. We must look at the etx telescope, the autostar, and the tripod as an integrated system. Buying used telescope parts can be a way for you to save a bit of money while still getting the parts that you need to get your meade telescope functioning optimally. I read the autostar manual word for word twice before i dared to hook it to my etx 90 scope. I have always wanted an etx 90 ever since it was released into the market. The meade etx90ec, etx105ec, and the etx125ec are extremely versatile, high.
Get the best deals on meade telescope parts and accessories when you shop the largest online selection at. I have printed up from online the meade etx 90 ec user manual, and will print up today the autostar manual. The drive base and fork mount are totally new, but still have a lot of plastic. Take advantage of 90mm of aperture to enjoy closeup views of the solar system and celestial objects anytime, anywhere. Meade etx70 let meade highresolution optics and revolutionary autostar tm capability take you on an automated guided tour of the solar system, the galaxy, and beyond. Unlike the c5, c8, c11, and c14, the c90 was a maksutov. Plus in this meade etx 90 manual position, the meade etx 90 manual would not slew back manuap to a vertical position. Rom also contains this manual and manuals for the autostar image processing module and the lpi camera. Powerseeker 127eq telescope manual german equatorial telescope for beginners compact and portable bonus astronomy software package 127mm aperture. You can generally expect used parts and accessories to cost less than brandnew ones. The etx 90ec astro offers extraordinary optics at an affordable price. Page 1 instruction manual etx 60at astro telescope with autostar hand controller etx 70at astro telescope with autostar hand controller meade instruments corporation. Maybe if i read the autostar manual another dozen times ill figure some of it out.
Ive been told that the design has changed over the years as meade tried different schemes. You can also explore other items in the telescopes yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you. In this video, i will show you how to set up your meade etx telescope. This meade ext90 came off of an m manual base that had damage that could not be repaired. The original hand controller that i think came with the scope does not work anymore. Instruction manual etx observer series etx 125 etx 90 etx 80. Meade autostar ds etx series manual only original for telescopes.
Meade instruments autostar suite roveretoastronomia. Meade audiostar hand controller telescope controller. Meade telescope parts and accessories for sale in stock. Controller with various models of meade telescopes. Hi,i recently bought etx 90 however i discovered that it comes with meade series 4000 super plossl eyepieces 26mm which is not really power full enough as it gives me about 46x magnification. Review meade instruments etx125 observer telescope. A very welcomed and new addition to the autostar database version 2. The name meade, etx, autostar and the meade logo are trademarks registered with the u. Instruction manual etx 60at astro telescope with autostar hand controller etx 70at astro telescope with autostar hand controller meade instruments corporation. Were novices with the telescope, so finding specific objects in the night sky is a challenge.
Meade telescope with autostar iii hand controller manual instruction manual. Focusing meade etx 90 ec posted in meade computerized telescopes. With pushbutton controls, automatic tracking of celestial objects and diffractionlimited imaging, an etx premier telescope may be all the tel. Get the best deals on meade autostar telescope when you shop the. Starting your astronomy journey with the etx 90 is an excellent choice.
Meade instruments is acknowledged as one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the. Meade etx 90 ota with uhtc coatings and rightangle finder. The optics and optical tube assembly ota remain the same high quality as with the original model etx. So far the autostar is far far too complicated for this cpa, mba to understand.
Williams alignment procedures for the etx polar alignment the home position the home position is where you wind the etx in ra anticlockwise until it hits the anticlockwise stop. In this video, we show you how to setup and align your meade etx observer telescope. Several months ago my niece was given a used meade etx 90 ec with autostar. Known for its groundbreaking telescopic designs, meade has introduced dozens of improvements over. I have an older mode mead ext 90, i gave it to my granddaughter, im now thinking about a new mead ext125, how much better is this than my old modelor are there any better telescopes out therewhat would be the next step up from the mead. The autostar computer controller provides control of virtually every telescope function within a compact handbox. The wires connecting the battery in the controller are all. Etx series lnt, etx series smartfinder, etx 90pe, etx 125pe. Meade etx80 at tc astro telescope w autostar computer. Looking at or near the sun will cause instant and irreversible damage to your eye. Meade telescope manuals manualslib has more than 250 meade telescope manuals. The audiostar controller provides all of the telescope control functions of the previous autostar handboxes but adds unique astronomer inside digital audio software and a speaker built into the audiostar body that can provide you with more than four hours of fascinating and professionallyrecorded. Never use a meade etx telescope to look at the sun. Packing your etx90 observer and tripod at a moments notice is a breeze with the carrying case and durable tripod bag.
We just purchased the meade 90 etx telescope and decided to get the computer controller too and man are we glad that we did. It has an lcd with red backlight for easy to read in the dark. If you are anxious to use your telescope for the first time, read the quickstart guide on page 3. The manual twostar alignment before beginning the alignment, do the following. Meade instruments is acknowledged as one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the telescope market. Eyepiece place the ma 25mm eyepiece into the 90 eyepiece holder 3, fig. Your personal window to the universe the meade premier edition etx 90pe and the etx 125pe are extremely versatile, highresolution telescopes.
The etx started out as a 90 mm 312 maksutov cassegrain telescope first produced in 1996 and took advantage of high volume mass production and simplified optical and parts construction to open a new market for a cheap. This is the manual version apart from the ra tracking. Still not sure it will do any use, the etx 60 came out with the 494 handset and, as far as i know, the 497 does not have the etx 60 or etx 70 as an option when selecting the scope model. User manuals, meade telescope operating guides and service manuals. The meade 35140420 etx portable 90 millimeter telescope is designed to be the ideal, ultraportable telescope. The etx everybodys telescope is a line of smaller aperture telescopes 60mm to 125mm made by meade instruments. Meade instruments gives you a complete gotoenabled observation rig with the ability to make detailed observations of the moon, easily see planets, and reach outside the solar system to resolve bright deepspace objects with their venerable etx90 observer 90mm f. The official meade manual for the etx90ec125ec does not include good instructions on how to place the telescope in the polar mount position. Save meade autostar 2 to get email alerts and updates on. I learned that my guess on the proper home position was correct. Meade etx autostar telescope field guide astrosurf. Eye damage is often painless, so there is no warning to the observer. This guide is not meant to replace the official meade manuals that are originally included with the telescope, the autostar, and tripod. Meade 497 autostar computer controller for etx telescopes.
Controls the manual vertical movement of the telescope. In the meantime, meade released a revised autostar manual and an etx and autostar faq on their web site. Eyepiece holder thumbscrew tightens the eyepiece in place. Page 1instruction manual etx 60at astro telescope with autostar hand controller etx 70at astro telescope with autostar hand controller meade instruments corporation. The etx marries meade s unsurpassed optics with industryleading electronics to deliver a truly exceptional viewing experience. Over the years, etx series telescopes have provided novice astronomers quality, value and performance, with each new model bringing enhancements and improvements. The computer seems very slow to respond to commands. Finally, to access meades website for the latest updates and product information, click anywhere on the. The manual is much improved from the original etx manual and includes more details on polar aligning and troubleshooting.
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