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I was tempted to capitalize on this and buy the lot for resale but here is a link to an inexpensive rechargeable 12-volt power source that can easily be...
Len
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Nov 8, 2004
7:36 pm
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... I wouldn't consider it to be "inexpensive" when you factor in the cost of 27 AA rechargeable alkaline batteries (which presumably do NOT come with that...
Thad Floryan
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Nov 9, 2004
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... Look again. The ad specifically states that it includes the batteries. David Erbas-White...
David Erbas-White
derbas7
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Nov 9, 2004
6:03 am
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... A follow up on this: I bought a few, figuring that with what I do I can always use them (or the parts). I attempted to take one apart without breaking it,...
David Erbas-White
derbas7
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Nov 18, 2004
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May your scopes slew correctly and all of your batteries be fresh! -Christopher Erickson...
Christopher Erickson
data_plumber1
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Jan 3, 2005
6:59 pm
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Not much activity in this group lately, but here goes... I'm a new DS-114 owner, looking to find others to compare experiences -- preferably near southeastern...
Mike S.
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Jan 3, 2005
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What we lack in message volume we make up for in quality! The moderator team here probably has over 100 years of combined experience with astronomy and...
Christopher Erickson
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Jan 4, 2005
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I love my DS2114ATS that I changed to a long tube 4504 and upgraded with a 497 autostar and some good 2" and 1.25" eyepieces. I have an 8" Hardin dob also but...
Jerry
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Jan 4, 2005
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I use an Autostar 497 and have the new software update ( 3.2i??). In fact I have two 497's and both are slewing after they complete alignment. This slewing...
icstars_us
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Jan 22, 2005
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I'm replying to my own post, but after reading the group's previous replies o the same question, changing power sources is my next step. Thanks for the...
icstars_us
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Jan 22, 2005
2:40 pm
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Usually RESET, configure, CALIBRATE and TRAIN will solve that problem. -Christopher Erickson...
Christopher Erickson
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Jan 22, 2005
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Ideas for Valentine's Day and/or Father's Day gifts! http://whatdidyoubringme.homestead.com/files/neckties/AstronomyNecktie s.htm Husbands: Print out this page...
Christopher Erickson
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Jan 23, 2005
6:24 pm
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Chris - Thanks. Getting a 1000 mamp, 12vdc power supply is not a fast order here ( Saudi Arabia desert survey crew ). I will try reset, configure, calibrate...
James Davidson
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Jan 24, 2005
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Hi Group ! Well I tried the Autostar 497 plus ds127ec motors on a new 1000 milliamp 12vdc power supply and got creep after beep on the first try. I'll do some...
james r davidson
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Jan 30, 2005
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Have you updated to the latest firmware? -Chris...
Christopher Erickson
data_plumber1
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Jan 31, 2005
2:19 am
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Yes Chris - I think so - I have 3.1e on one hand control and 3.2e on the other. I was thinking about reprogramming the hand control from whatever its default...
Jim Davidson
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Jan 31, 2005
5:31 pm
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I have a Meade 2130 AT. I'm looking at getting a 0.965 to 1.25 eyepiece adapter. I want to get 2-3 new eyepieces. Two questions: 1. What would be the best...
Leonard Palko
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Feb 5, 2005
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Celestron makes a nice kit in an aluminum case that gives you a lot of bang for your buck. ...
Gary D. Gooch
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Feb 6, 2005
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Certainly go for 1.25" EP's and avoid .965" EP's. The Meade EP's are good but my favorites are the University Optics Konigs. http://www.universityoptics.com ...
Christopher Erickson
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Feb 6, 2005
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i am looking for this telescope http://www.hsn.com/cnt/prod/default.aspx? webp_id=1633687&web_id=1633687&sz=0&sf=&dept=&cat=&subcat=&gs=&attr=& ocm=sekw like...
mpb_knr_4life
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Feb 10, 2005
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....this is a add on to my last message i would allso want to keep the auto star that gose to the star on its own...
mpb_knr_4life
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Feb 10, 2005
6:13 am
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Have you been watching Meade's factory outlet store on eBay? Just follow the link from Meade's home page. -Christopher Erickson...
Christopher Erickson
data_plumber1
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Feb 10, 2005
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Telescope Warehouse has plenty of the DS80 scopes. I wish a DS90 would show up somewhere cheap. Jerry in Arizona. ... ...
Jerry
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Feb 10, 2005
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i just got a ds2080at scope and i was configing the autostar and it asks for witch teloscope i have it give the options ds- 2060 2070 2076 2114 2130 dsx- 90 ...
mpb_knr_4life
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Feb 18, 2005
10:19 am
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Interesting! Try the 2070 setting? -Chris...
Christopher Erickson
data_plumber1
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Feb 18, 2005
4:49 pm
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i called meade to make sure they said to use any of the 2000 on the list i wounder why they just didnt have it listed as 2000s instead of listing a few...
mpb_knr_4life
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Feb 18, 2005
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ok as you know i just got my scope on the 18th well i got it from vanns.com and they are getting it back i used it 4 times had fun and enjoyed it but...
mpb_knr_4life
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Feb 26, 2005
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Bummer. Sometimes Meade scopes can be a tinker's delight and someone else's nightmare. If you really want GOTO, maybe a Celestron Baby NexStar would be more to...
Christopher Erickson
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Feb 26, 2005
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ya the celestron look nice but i don't see the prices on them the 2 that i think will be in my price range that i like are the 80 /120 SLT thanks for the...
mpb_knr_4life
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Feb 26, 2005
8:27 am
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Has anyone here tried the Meade series 5000 Super Plossls with their DS Scopes? I am interested in purchasing the 5.5mm lens for my DS2130ATS, and I wanted to...
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