Meade instruments corporation instruction manual teleskop. Hi,i would like to connect my etx90 to my lap top and run it using something like the sky software. So i called meade support, and they informed me that they no longer repair those telescopes. The 8 x 21mm viewfinder of the etx90ec incorporates an internal roof prism that results in an erectimage orientation, facilitating the quick location and fieldcentering of. Hello, i am new to this site but hoping to learn a lot from people on here. Etx 90 connected to a laptop posted in meade computerized telescopes. The etx everybodys telescope is a line of smaller aperture telescopes 60mm to 125mm made by meade instruments. Throughout the years, the meade etx series telescopes have given beginner astronomers quality, value and performance, with each new model bringing enhancements and improvements. This section contains a world of upgrades and accessories for the meade etx range of telescopes 11 items show 12 24 36 48 60. Meade s 90 mm etx and celestrons new c90 are they giant killers, or pretenders. Meade etx 90 observer telescope skyatnightmagazine. Take advantage of 90mm of aperture to enjoy closeup views of the solar system and celestial objects anytime, anywhere.
The compact and powerful maksutov design uses a front corrector plate with a convex. I recently obtained a etx90ec and after reading the instructions and aligning, i found that the ra axis drive isnt working. Considering its long focal length 1250 mm and low speed f14, will i be able to make pictures of anything besides the moon with it. I have a meade etx90 telescope and im considering getting adapters to mount my camera on it. Etx90 connected to a laptop meade computerized telescopes. The few limitations are far outweighed by the line of eyepieces and accessories available for the etx 90ec such as autostar and the 35mm camera attachment. Skysafari 6 plus ios skysafari 6 plus android envisage imaging software v7. The combination is screwed on to the etx 90105125 maksutovcassegrain telescopes rear cell threading, making the etx 90 a 1450mm f16. By the way, the et in etx is from meade s founder, john diebel, who envisioned everyones telescope. Why did i buy the meade etx90ec telescope and for what purpose. If you are anxious to use your telescope for the first time,read the quickstart guide on pages 4 and 5. The name of the company was originally spelled mead, and it was another.
For the casual or beginning observer the meade etx 90at telescope may be all the telescope ever required. Here are a few of the features that set the meade etx observer telescope system apart from all others. Save meade etx telescopes to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. The open architecture of the meade autostar permits the update of operating software, the loading of. Meade etx90 observer telescope harrison telescopes ltd. Since 1999, meade s etx series telescopes have provided astronomers of all levels quality, value, and performance. The newest released etx continues that legacy with meade s etx observer series. Dec 29, 2016 the etx80 fits in the included backpack making it great for people on the go, while the etx90 comes with a hard carry case and a tripod bag to protect it when transporting.
If you are in doubt after more replies, assuming that there are some, call meade customer support. Meade audiostar hand controller telescope controller. The meade etx90ec, etx105ec, and the etx125ec are extremely versatile. Im continuing to use the etx 90ec and autostar, weather permitting, but here are my initial. The meade etx series has for many years been the first to innovate with compact optics, goto systems and product versatility, this latest version combines all the latest technology and design. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur. Meades 90 mm etx and celestrons new c90 are they giant killers, or pretenders. Instruction manual meade etx 90ec instruction manual 28 pages. We have 3 meade etx 90ec manuals available for free pdf download. Jun 20, 2012 etx 90ec drive repair posted in etx series. With pushbutton controls, automatic tracking of celestial objects and diffractionlimited imaging, an etx telescope may be all the telescope ever required by many terrestrial and astronomical observers. Standard equipment with the etx 90ec, the 8 x 21mm erect image viewfinder has 8power magnification and an aperture of 21mm. For the casual or beginning observer the meade etx90at telescope may be all the telescope ever required.
For 17 years, with contributions from users worldwide, this etx site was an important resource for amateur astronomers. Specifications etx 90ec astro telescope includes maksutov cassegrain optical tube assembly d 90mm 3. Jan 16, 2016 hello, i am new to this site but hoping to learn a lot from people on here. Beginning your astronomy venture with the etx 90 is. The etx90ec is a telescope that is designed for amateur astronomers on a limited budget but who want a decent viewing experience. With your etx90 connected to the computer with no rs232 and only a usb your connection will be. Upon installation, please use serial number 783a36800007296416. But it was new, chic, small, and even motorized even with goto control. Meade has introduced its new etx90ec, with the ec designating electronic control. Meade etx90ec manuals manuals and user guides for meade etx90ec. The etx90 observer has a maksutovcassegrain optical design for pinpoint star images and extraordinary contrast, making it a great deepsky. The first of their kind were made using glass lenses and were used for both astronomical and terrestrial applications. Used meade etx90ec with table top mounting legs, case, two eyepieces, 2x barlow and 45 degree erecting prism. It has a flip mirror included to let light focus to the rear of the telescope instead of the mirror reflecting the light 90 degrees to the eyepiece, allowing attachment of.
We have 3 meade etx90ec manuals available for free pdf download. Rotate the focus knob clockwise to focus on distant objects, and counterclockwise to focus on nearby objects. Patent office and in principal countries throughout the world. Packing your etx 90 observer and tripod at a moments notice is a breeze with the carrying case and durable tripod bag. The meade etx 90, the original model, successfully combined great features with affordability, with one of the best aspects of this device being the resistant materials used in its design. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and hobbyists. Dec 22, 2009 the etx90ec is a telescope that is designed for amateur astronomers on a limited budget but who want a decent viewing experience. Meade 209006 infinity 102mm altazimuth refractor telescope. An autostar 497 or audiostar can be used to update any meade scope currently using a 494 hand controller. Etx series telescopes have provided novice astronomers quality, value and performance, with each new model bringing enhancements and improvements. The issue with so many of these merchandise is the companies are just willing to proceed so far and provide so many options. It appears in many ways that they are all working collectively as they all halt at the identical basic point and their meade etx90ec telescope welectronic controller in no way quite does what you want it to complete for you. Total ratings 1, meade 209003 instruments infinity 70mm az refractor telescope blue. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and.
The etx 90 observer fully equips the modern explorer with a sophisticated, automated and portable telescope. The etx90 maksutovcassegrain offers terrific optical quality that is the envy of the telescope industry, the easy to use meade autostar computer handbox with over 30,000 object library, and a solid mount and tripod. Meade etx90ec instruction manual 28 pages astro telescope. I recently obtained a etx 90ec and after reading the instructions and aligning, i found that the ra axis drive isnt working. So to control a meade telescope from the computer stellarium. Each new model continues to bring enhancements and improvements, to maintain and improve smooth, exceptional performance. Best of 1421 frames 1920x1080 video from meade etx90 and canon 60d. The etx started out as a 90 mm 312 maksutov cassegrain telescope first. Save meade etx 90 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. All meade telescopes, mysky, spotting scopes, microscopes and accessories are warranted by meade instruments corp. Many readers and contributors to this etx web site have suggested that meade should send me an etx90ec and autostar.
I recently purchased a meade etx 90 maksutov cassegrain telescope. Etx telescope optics produce superlative, optical performance and resolution. Starting your astronomy journey with the meade etx 90 is an excellent choice. This software provides an efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. Lx200 and lx600 sensor control board left forkarm lx90 r. This is an early vintage meade etx90ec, or equatorial clock drive telescope. Etx s advanced set of features, you will have plenty of room to learn and expand your interest in astronomy and not out grow your telescope. Im getting back into observing after a several year hiatus and dug out my old meade etx60. The plan was to sell the etx90ec after i finished with this book and keep the etx125ec. Easily setup and inexpensively purchased, meades starpro az 70mm refractor is ready to attack the sky.
Meade etx90ec telescope welectronic controller from meade. Meade instruments company history page company seven. Meade etx90 as astro lens astrophotography talk forum. Meade etx 90 observer computerized telescope with free. Packing your etx 90 observer and tripod at a moments notice is. I am left to find someone else to repair it or try and fix it on my own. Or, for the advanced astronomer who already owns a larger instrument, the meade etx90at is the perfect ultra portable, diffractionlimited field telescope. Very shortly after entering the market place, weve surpassed 1 million downloads and as of today, we have over 2 million downloads of our applications and over 50 thousand customers bought one of our products. Updating my old etx60 getting started general help and. Meade instruments telescopes, solar telescopes, binoculars.
Mic will repair or replace the product, or part thereof, found upon inspection by mic to be defective, provided the. Etx90ec drive repair etx series meade 4m community. I had all three scopes at my place for a couple of months in early 2011 and wanted to find out. Standard equipment includes a premiumgrade meade series 4000 super plossl 26mm eyepiece for 48x with the etx90ec, 57x with the etx105ec, or 73x with the etx125ec. How would they stack up against the legendary questar. Turning the vertical lock clockwise to a firm feel only prevents the telescope from.
The plan was to sell the etx 90ec after i finished with this book and keep the etx 125ec. I then took a 18 thick of aluminum that is 1 wide and about 5 long and i bent it in the shape that i needed. The meade usb to serial cable provides the capability of using the usb port on a personal computer to connect to a. Other than the etx90ec, i later bought a etx125ec and a ds60ec. In september 1996, i purchased a meade etx astro telescope. Meade etx 90ec automatic telescope autostar rc digital wcase accessory. This is a great deal for beginning and amateur use, expandable enough that this could very well be the only scope you will ever need. Mic to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of original retail purchase in the u. The etx80 fits in the included backpack making it great for people on the go, while the etx90 comes with a hard carry case and a tripod bag to protect it. The return of the extremely popular etx takes mobile astronomy to the next level.
The name meade, etx, autostar and the meade logo are trademarks registered with the u. It has a high focal ratio, compared to other telescopes, and the eyepiece included in the kit is very powerful, too. Meade instruments gives you a complete gotoenabled observation rig with the ability to make detailed observations of the moon, easily see planets, and reach outside the solar system to resolve bright deepspace objects with their venerable etx90 observer 90mm f. The etx started out as a 90 mm 312 maksutov cassegrain telescope first produced in 1996 and took advantage of high volume mass production and simplified optical and parts construction to open a new market for a cheap. Jun 11, 2016 shooting video with a telescope and a sony camera meade etx 90ec duration. Meade s dsi camera control and basic image processing software. Many readers and contributors to this etx web site have suggested that meade should send me an etx 90ec and autostar.
Unfollow meade etx telescopes to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. I have a meade etx90ec computerized telescope and the outside of it is about 4 round. Meade has introduced its new etx 90ec, with the ec designating electronic control. An interview with john diebel, founder of meade instruments.
I soon discovered there was not a lot of etx information available online at that time, so i put up a web page with some personal comments and photos. The etx everybodys telescope is a line of smaller aperture telescopes 60mm to 125mm. Starnavigator ng 102mm achromatic refractor telescope. This revamped version has new features added for the relaunch. Hi,i would like to connect my etx 90 to my lap top and run it using something like the sky software. The meade etx 90 will offer you impressive images of terrestrial sights, as well as those of the galaxy. Etx90 connected to a laptop posted in meade computerized telescopes. Astrophotography with meade etx 90 maksutov cassegrain. The etx telescopes can be focused on objects from a distance of about 11. The line has come to take advantage of goto telescope mount technology, making it very popular with. Processed with registax 6 and postprocessed on gimp white balance and crop. Meades dsi camera control and basic image processing software.
Meade astrofinder software displays a realtime interactive star chart on your computer screen that constantly shows you where your scope is pointing, so you can locate targets. Im continuing to use the etx90ec and autostar, weather permitting, but here are my initial. The only problem is that the autostar firmware needs to. I recently inherited an older etx90 and autostar suite software circa 2004. Or, for the advanced astronomer who already owns a larger instrument, the meade etx 90at is the perfect ultra portable, diffractionlimited field telescope. Starnavigator ng etx telescopes lightbridge plus telescopes lx70. The meade etx 90 astro telescope is an extremely versatile, highresolution entrylevel telescopes with razor sharp optical systems and features similar to those once available only with larger and more specialized imaging systems, like a computerized goto mount. All of the more advanced meade telescopes including their etx90 ec, etx125.
Skysafari 6 pro ios skysafari 6 pro android skysafari 6 plus download. Shooting video with a telescope and a sony camera meade etx90ec duration. The included parts will allow you to couple your slr or dslr camera to the etx rear photo port or the top eyepiece port for prime focus or eyepiece projection astrophotography or nature shots. I was hoping to take astrophotography with this telescope, but failed to find any reliable sources on what camera to buy. The few limitations are far outweighed by the line of eyepieces and accessories available for the etx90ec such as autostar and the 35mm camera attachment. The meade etx90at, etx105at and the etx125at are extremely versatile, highresolution telescopes. Meade instruments is acknowledged as one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the telescope market. Initial global customer reaction to our products greatly exceeded our expectations. Telescopes for astronomy have existed from as early as the 17th century in the days of galileo, who used them to observe celestial objects. Feb 25, 2016 i have a meade etx 90 telescope and im considering getting adapters to mount my camera on it. By the way, the et in etx is from meades founder, john diebel, who envisioned everyones telescope.
Etx telescopes meade instruments telescopes, solar. Lx85 series telescope 8 acf meade s allnew portable power supply. This viewfinder presents a correctly oriented image both upanddown and lefttoright. Piggyback bracket for etx90 telescope nikon coolpix. It was a lovely little scope for portable observing back in the day and is the only one ive kept with me over the years. Meade etx90 observer 90mm maksutovcassegrain telescope. The fact that is easy to transport also makes it an excellent option for people who love to travel, while for beginners, this model is ideal because it needs no additional utensils to make it work. Im getting back into observing after a several year hiatus and dug out my old meade etx 60. Other than the etx 90ec, i later bought a etx 125ec and a ds60ec.
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