It's been a while since I last posted here. I still own the Meade DH-114EQ telescope, but have since replaced its OTA with a 6 inch LDX55 tube. Just recently...
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Jul 1, 2003 9:06 am
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If you look at the black plastic piece that mounts the motors to the worm assembly you will see a hole in which will appear a set screw that holds the tight to...
Finally connected up my 497 (brand new off ebay.com, what a bargain) to me PC and installed the latest firmware (patched for the 4504). But when I try and...
What are you using for power? One of the first things I'd try after checking connections, is a reset and re-entry of all data. Doing another download of the...
I agree: The mount is not designed for the 6" Newt. You won't get anywhere near as much enjoyment as you deserve using such a mount under a 6" scope. The 4504...
David Woodford
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Jul 1, 2003 1:31 pm
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We have a link to a copy of the 4504 manual in the Links area, and in the manual, it explains how to set the location in the Autostar controller that is ...
PS: the manual that came with your scope probably tells you how to set the location too. Have you read it? When all else fails, read the manual. (I know,...
I am looking for members who are familiar with editing HTML web pages, and in using Microsoft Front Page. I am considering forming a team of collaborators to...
If that falls through for you consider using Geocities. It can be free or paid to get rid of the small advertisements and doesn't take too long to master. I've...
... After about doubling the counterweight it actually worked okay. I had one experience where it would keep M57 in a 6mm eyepiece for about 2 hours while I...
... Two ways: (a) Setup > Reset > [enter][enter] ... as it rebuilds itself from the ashes, it'll ask for your location (use the scroll keys to move away from...
... That part's easy.... ... Oh, icky poo.... be aware that FrontPage still will merrily generate Netscape (and Opera and Mozilla and Konqueror...) -hostile...
Christian, Have you tried making a tripod leg spreader? This has improved the vibration problems of the tripod greatly. If you haven't done this, DO IT! Look...
Hey Jim, I ended up having to reset the scope and now its fine. Now all we have to do is wait for the coastal fog to let up. Thanks Jim Burke "James R....
I agree also, In fact, I am just now piecing together the mods necessary to utitlize my new heavy duty EQ mount that comes stock with Konus' 6" refractor. I am...
I've posted a graph showing the growth of this eGroup as a function of time on my web site. There is a link to this graph in the "Links" area of the Group,...
you'll find that the extra weight will wear the scope's screw holes. thats what happened to mine. David W 1 minute west...
David Woodford
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Jul 2, 2003 8:34 am
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Dreamweaver is much nicer.. David W (also full time Webmaster) ... From: autostaretx [mailto:rseymour@...] Sent: 01 July 2003 20:27 To:...
David Woodford
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Jul 2, 2003 8:36 am
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... A Toshiba 15v 3A laptop PSU, which is rock solid under load. I've tried a reset twice, doesn't make any difference. :/ What version of firmware are you...
Robert, I'm using 26Ed with Dick Seymour's latest patch. Have you measured the output of the Toshiba under load? I used an AT PS with an old hard drive for a...
... thinks ... how ... easy. take it to dinner, tell it you are a producer and will soon be casting for a feature film, and then a few parties, then home to...
Lisa, You always crack me up. I love a gal with a sense of humor! And one who loves astronomy too? Dang girl! JRG James R. Griggs Chicago, IL (home of the...
Hello all, Some of you may be aware that the 4500 telescope is incapable of prime focus astrophotography without the use of a barlow. Some have overcome this...
We would like to remind you of this upcoming event. Meade4504Telescopes eGroup On-line Chat Date: Sunday, July 6, 2003 Time: 4:00PM - 5:00PM PDT (GMT-07:00)...
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Jul 5, 2003 11:02 pm
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Hey Tim, I am no expert by any means but I read up on this a bit before going to Digital Astrophotography. I also have a Meade 6" f/8 Starfinder that is set up...
... main ... need? ... accidentally ... to ... to ... would ... You could buy several 1 1/4 Plastic sink drain extensions to cut for trial and error. they have...
... As Johnny suggested, you can measure where the focus plane is -now- by inserting a frosted-class equivalent (such as 3m Magic Mending tape... the frosted...
... I have a similar problem. I have a Canon A-1 I want to mount on my 4500 as well. I know Meade used to sell canon mounts for these telescopes and I'm...
