There was a report of the same error message in this thread http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/ASCOM-Talk/message/27023 But I can't see a resolution anywhere....
Thanks Tim, I had .NET 4 installed. I tried reinstalling it. I tried removing it and the software that needed it. I reinstalled the 3.5.1 updates, and still...
It may indeed have the minimum installed. If you want to use Maxim-DL, the load the .NET ver 2 and 3. The platform, and many of the drivers still use the...
John, Don't think of the .NET packages as mutually exclusive versions. Think of them as volumes in an encyclopedia. You want the most current copy of each ...
John, I would try downloading and installing .NET 3.5 SP1 (Full Package). That will also install .NET 2.0 SP2 and .NET 3.0 SP2. Then I would see if you get...
Hi Bob, I tried installing .net 2.0 and 3.0, and it will not allow it. It says they are already included as part of the Win 7 OS. I tried running the...
I would like to see exactly how you use the validation tool. Could you possibly use the Windows 7 Problem Steps recorder (psr - type it in the search box on...
John, Go into Windows Features. It is under/in Programs and Features in the Control Panel. It takes a bit for it to load, usually. When it does, check for ...
I am trying to track down the cause of a problem in my scope's behavior by investigating all the clues I can. I hope I phrase my question in the right way. I...
The validation tool is just a .bat file that looks for some files and registry entries. It is run at a command prompt. The output is attached below. Please...
The only options under Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.1 are two Windows Communication Foundation Activation items. They are not enabled. I looked and these are...
John, Perhaps the installation script is being prevented, by the OS, from registering the ASCOM components. Have you tried installing the ASCOM platform from...
A couple of thoughts: The logs seem to show a number of registry access failures because of security permissions, but only for some components. Could this be...
... This is the key 'point'. You _cannot_ (and _must not_) install .net V2, or V3, on Windows 7. They are a core 'part' of the OS suite. However though they...
Hi John, I think the root cause of your issues is that you have non-standard access control permissions on the HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT registry hive. Several other...
Anthony I don't use TSX but do use TS6. I recall having a similar problem in using TS6 and having to connect and disconnect bits of software. My solution was...
Hmmm. A couple of days ago I posted the message below on this forum, but haven't received a reply. Have I posted it to the wrong forum? I thought this was...
It's probably the only group... I can't help with the driver in detail but most of the Meade driver installers have an Install Source Code checkbox. Try...
Once you choose "Install Sources", they end up under Program Files(x86)/Common Files/ASCOM/Telescope/Source/Meade Driver (the "(x86)" if it's Vista or Win7 ......
You nailed it Peter. Thanks so much, this fixed it. Makes one wonder how this kind of stuff happens in Windows. I fired up the TCF-Si focuser tonight and...
Hi All, First time post here. Im trying to get the POTH handbox working with my mount (Meade autostar 497) Now my focuser and tracking work great but the...
Hi John, I'm glad that fixed the issue. I've seen it before on a couple of ASUS desktops but judging from your PC name, your PC is a Sony Vaio. It is a ...
Hello -- I am unsure what the issue is, but I can tell you it is definitely not the ASCOM Platform 6SP1 or POTH (part of the Platform). Thus, the issue is...
Adding to the other replies here... can you help us try to identify the issue/configuration that causes this problem? What brand of computer do you have? Is it...
... As Bob said, we need more data (and you're invited to kick Meade). Which version of firmware is in your 497, and what scope are you controlling? I just set...
Sigh... So i follow my own advice, and hit a snag.... POTH doesn't play well with Trace and the 5.0.3 Meade Classic driver. It would appear that something else...
