How do you set up a Meade AutoStar telescope?

How do you set up a Meade AutoStar telescope?

Point the telescope at the selected object and center it in the eyepiece. Press MODE until the main menu is displayed (“Select Item:”). Press a SCROLL key until “Setup” is on the bottom line, then press ENTER.

How do I update my AutoStar controller?

To download and install the new firmware, run the AutoStar Updater (ASU. EXE) version 5.9 or higher and follow the instructions. If you have an older version of the Updater, click here to download the latest version. #497EP AutoStar hand controller software update.

How do I connect my Meade to Stella?

CONNECTING STELLA TO YOUR TELESCOPE Connect the 4-pin cable side to the bottom of the hand box and 9-pin serial side (2, Fig. 2) to Stella. For AutoStar II equipped telescopes, use the Meade #507 cable set. Connect the 6-pin cable side to the RS232 port on the telescope control panel, and 9-pin serial side (2, Fig.

How do you find a telescope eyepiece?

Look through the eyepiece. Place your eye just behind it to take advantage of its eye relief. Do not place your eye directly against the eyepiece; getting too close will prevent you from blinking and also cause a black ring to appear around the field-of-view.

Why can’t I see any stars through my telescope?

If you are unable to find objects while using your telescope, you will need to make sure the finderscope is aligned with the telescope. The finderscope is the small scope attached near the rear of the telescope just above the eyepiece holder. This is best done when the scope is first set up.

What are the optical systems of Meade DS-2000 reflecting telescopes?

The optical systems of Meade DS-2000 reflecting telescopes include the following parts: primary mirror (1, Fig. 23); secondary mirror (2, Fig. 23); secondary mirror-holder (3, Fig. 23); secondary mirror-vanes (4, Fig. 23) and(1, Fig. 24); primary mirror-tilt screws (5, Fig. 23). The telescope’s image is brought to a focus at (6, Fig. 23).

Are the Meade ds-2114mm and ds-2130mm telescope factory aligned?

Meade DS-2114mm and DS-2130mm reflecting telescope models are also factory-aligned, but may occasionally require re-alignment, particularly if the telescope has received rough handling in shipment. Before using one of these models for the first time, check the alignment of the optics as outlined in this section.

Does the DS-2000 need servicing?

CARING FOR YOUR TELESCOPE Your DS-2000 telescope is a precision optical instrument designed to yield a lifetime of reward- ing observations. Given the care and respect due any precision instrument, your telescope will rarely, if ever, require factory servicing.

What is a dsds-2000 telescope?

DS-2000 Series Telescopes are excellent high-resolution, terrestrial (land) telescopes. Viewing terrestrial objects requires looking along the Earth’s surface through heat waves.