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Page 3: Table Of Contents
#493 Autostar Computer Control System ...19 #495 Autostar Handbox...19 #497 Autostar Handbox...19 ® The name “Meade,” the Meade logo, and “Autostar” are trademarks registered with the U.S. Patent Office and in principal countries throughout the world. All rights reserved. © 2000 Meade Instruments Corporation. - Page 4 - 4 -...
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Page 5: Introduction
The instructions provided here apply equally well to all DS trade names. All Meade DS telescopes are similar in assembly and operation. Fig. A is used in these instructions for most references where assembly or operation is identical among all the models. - Page 6 - 6 -...
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Page 7: Assembly: 80Mm, 90Mm, 114Mm, And 127Mm Models
The accessory shelf can be pushed up or down the tripod leg to a convenient height. The telescope should now appear as in Fig. A, except that the viewfinder (A-4) has not yet been attached. - Page 8 6 x 30mm 176mm (6.9") 30mm (1.2") 148mm (5.8") 24mm (0.94") 5 x 24mm - 8 -...
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Page 9: Focusing The Viewfinder
During ter- restrial observing, where a fully-correctly-oriented image (right-side up and correct left-for-right) is desirable, an optional Meade 45° Erecting Prism (available in either 0.965" or 1.25" format to suit the appropriate Meade telescope model) is available. See the optional accessories sheet which accompanies the telescope or consult the Meade Telescope Catalog. -
Page 10: The Focuser And The Eyepiece-Holder
Each Meade telescope is supplied with one or more eyepieces; some models also include a Barlow lens, described below, which doubles or triples eyepiece power. To calculate the power at... -
Page 11: A Note About Power
90mm refractors are collimated (aligned) at the factory and never require adjustment. Similarly, it is unlikely that the user of a Meade DS 114mm or 127mm reflecting telescope will need to adjust the factory-aligned optics of either of these models. Users of 114mm and 127mm models should, however, read Appendix 1 to confirm this point. - Page 12 - 12 -...
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Page 13: Appendix 1: Optical Alignment Of 114Mm And 127Mm Models
Refer to Figs. L through S: The optical systems of Meade DS reflecting telescopes include the following parts: primary mir- ror (L-1); secondary mirror (L-2); secondary mirror-holder (L-3); secondary mirror-vanes (L-4 and M1);... - Page 14 - 14 -...
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Page 15: Appendix 2: Telescope Control Systems
Appendix 2: Telescope Control Systems Depending on the Meade DS telescope model, one of the following manual or electronic con- trol systems may be included in the telescope’s standard specifications. (Telescope specifi- cations are generally listed on the box in which the telescope is packed.) Alternately, any of these control systems may be purchased separately as an optional feature. - Page 16 COMPUTER CONTROL SPEED MEADE FOCUS SPEED MODE MEADE - 16 - FOCUS MODE...
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Page 17: Operating Notes On The #492 Dual-Motor Electronic Control System
4. The MODE key of the Electronic Controller (Fig. X) is inoperative on the #492 System; pressing this key has no effect. (The MODE key is used in certain specialized operations on other Meade telescope models where equatorial (polar) alignment of the telescope is desired.) - 17 -... -
Page 18: 493 Autostar Computer Control System
5. The IN and OUT keys are used in conjunction with the optional Meade #1240 Electric Focuser. With the #1240 unit attached to the telescope’s focuser, precise focusing of the tel- escopic image may be accomplished directly from the Electronic Controller. Detailed instruc- tions are included with the #1240 Electric Focuser. -
Page 19: Appendix 3: Optional Electronic And Computer Drive Systems
Appendix 3: Optional Electronic and Computer Drive Systems Available for Your Meade Digital Electronic Series Telescope Your Meade DS telescope can be equipped with the latest in high-technology electronic drive systems. These systems attach to Meade DS telescopes in minutes and greatly extend the usefulness and excitement of telescope operation. - Page 20 A D V A N C E D P R O D U C T S D I V I S I O N Meade Instruments Corporation World’s Leading Manufacturer of Astronomical Telescopes for the Serious Amateur 6001 Oak Canyon, Irvine, California 92618...