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 ...
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Rick Burke
astromanrick
Aug 13, 2012 7:09 pm
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...
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kc4ymr
Aug 13, 2012 8:17 pm
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...
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Tim Long
t_p_long
Aug 13, 2012 8:32 pm
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...
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rbethman
rbethman1
Aug 13, 2012 8:40 pm
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 ...
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Pictor User
mbutterworth213
Aug 14, 2012 1:21 am
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...
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kc4ymr
Aug 14, 2012 1:22 am
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...
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kc4ymr
Aug 14, 2012 1:22 am
Logs are uploaded under files in the kc4ymr-errors folder...
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kc4ymr
Aug 14, 2012 1:22 am
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...
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Rick Burke
astromanrick
Aug 14, 2012 11:37 am
John, Perhaps the installation script is being prevented, by the OS, from registering the ASCOM components. Have you tried installing the ASCOM platform from...
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Chris
scope_sapiens
Aug 14, 2012 11:47 am
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...
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R J Hamlett
ttelmah
Aug 14, 2012 3:05 pm
... 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...
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Peter Simpson
peter_w_g_si...
Aug 14, 2012 7:57 pm
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...
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Steve
office2man
Aug 15, 2012 7:39 pm
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...
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Pictor User
mbutterworth213
Aug 15, 2012 7:39 pm
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...
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Chris
scope_sapiens
Aug 15, 2012 8:34 pm
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...
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autostaretx
Aug 16, 2012 3:50 am
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 ......
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kc4ymr
Aug 16, 2012 6:32 pm
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...
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Bob Denny
dc3dreamer
Aug 16, 2012 8:47 pm
I wonder if this is being done by some Anti-Virus/Security software??? Just a thought. -- Bob...
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Tim Long
t_p_long
Aug 17, 2012 2:24 am
That appears to be an old version of the tool (apologies if I misdirected you). The correct version is an executable program and is here: ...
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m.siethoff
Aug 17, 2012 6:51 am
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...
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Tim Long
t_p_long
Aug 17, 2012 11:12 am
If you're familiar with Subversion, you can checkout sources for a few drivers (including the 3 LX-200 related drivers) from ...
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Peter Simpson
peter_w_g_si...
Aug 17, 2012 7:25 pm
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 ...
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Bob Denny
dc3dreamer
Aug 18, 2012 3:16 am
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...
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Bob Denny
dc3dreamer
Aug 18, 2012 3:19 am
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...
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autostaretx
Aug 18, 2012 4:54 am
... 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...
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autostaretx
Aug 18, 2012 5:41 am
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...
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Chris Rowland
scope_sapiens
Aug 18, 2012 8:39 am
This seems to be because you have selected "Use a Manual serial trace filename". VB6 drivers seem to create two log files and these clash. If you select "Use...
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lynol1000
Aug 18, 2012 12:44 pm
Hello all, Any clues to serial connection over bluetooth Win7/64bit Possible because of the timeout setting of 2 seconds or something else? Serial log trace ...
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lynol1000
Aug 18, 2012 1:07 pm
Qualification on the question: This is using the Windows BT stack. If I run the Toshiba stack on same machine all works as expected, connection and...
