May 16, 2018 in this video, i will show you how to set up your meade etx telescope. Meade etx80bb backpack observatory telescope 08050420 in addition to the exceptional features of the meade etx80attc telescope, the backpack version has a slightly lighter field tripod with bubble level indicator and. Upon installation, please use serial number 783a36800007296416. View and download meade etx 70ec instruction manual online. The manual that accompanies the meade etx 70 says something to the effect this telescope is not suitable for long exposure photographywell some time ago, i said to myself they only make the scope, what would they know, and set myself the target of imaging 100 mainly deep space. What you are about to read is my experience with a meade etx 70at i purchased on ebay. The meade etx70 telescope is a quality telescope at an affordable price. Meade etx90ec catadioptric telescope for sale online ebay. Starting your astronomy journey with the meade etx 80 telescope is a smart move.
Meade tripod for etx90 and etx125 free shipping opt. Packing your etx 80 meade computerized telescope at a. It appears that the etx 70 is different from the other etx models because none of the existing web pages i could find seemed to match my telescope. Live in illinois so have to be brave to use it this time of the year but i still do. The box said you could get an adapter for a 35mm camera and i wonder if anyone here has ever tried that.
This prime focus adapter fits the meade 80mm etx80attc goto astronomical refractor. Solarlite filter for telescope, fits meade etx 125, celestron c4. Now even the most novice amateur astronomer can locate and explore the planets, galaxies, and nebulae, as well as star clusters, asteroids, and comets, all at the push of a. Table of contents if you are anxious to use your telescope for the first time, read the quickstart guide on page 3. How to set up and align meade etx telescope ra and ec. Packing your etx 80 meade computerized telescope at a moments notice is a breeze with the included backpack. This web page describes how to disassemble the meade etx70 telescope. Allows you to both operate and update your autostar equipped meade telescope from your computer. Take advantage of 90mm of aperture to enjoy closeup views of the solar system and celestial objects anytime, anywhere.
Thought it was that one, what you need to consider is the focal lengths, the newtonian is an f5, where as the etx90 is f. It needed a little repair, so i cobbled together a document showing what i did incase someone else could use it. Press enter when the correct city appears on screen. If i release and press again, it will move another 22 ticks and stop again. Warranty this product is serviced and supported by its manufacturer according to the terms and conditions included in the packaged product. In 2000, meade added small 60mm and 70mm achromatic refractors to its etx line. The manual that accompanies the meade etx 70 says something to the effect this telescope is not suitable for long exposure photographywell some time ago, i said to myself they only make the scope, what would they know, and set myself the target of imaging 100 mainly deep space objects with the etx 70. Rather than churning out merely a good set of optics, the etx70at provides a userfriendly miniobservatory for the computer age. This displays more than 15, 000 space objects including galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, stars and planets right on your computer. Scroll keys to cycle through the database of cities. Meade model 933 image erecting prism for etx60, etx70 and etx80 models 07220. Telescope mounting bolts or knobs typically 1420 for etx60, 70 or 80mm not included. This software provides an efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media.
To see this telescope in action, you can check out my video of the. Cables for astronomy power cables guide cables mount. This web page describes how to disassemble the meade etx 70 telescope. Almost all the planets can be observed well with this instrument. The audiostar controller also has a builtin speaker, and a 4hrs worth of audio content, that will educate you about the objects you are observing. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and. Etx motor unit fault etx series meade 4m community. Meade etx70at telescope wtripod and ccd camera is an excellent telescope and good buy.
Auxiliary aux port provides connection for current and future meade accessories, such as the meade astrofinder software with cable connector kit, which allows you to control your etx from a pc. The driver software is compatible with windows 98, me, 2000, and px. Page 1 of 2 astrophotography with an etx 70 posted in meade computerized telescopes. Home page of the meade etx70at digital telescope with autostar computer controller this site is. It also works with the discontinued 60mm etx60at and 70mm etx70at astronomical refractors. Page 1 of 2 etx motor unit fault posted in etx series. All compatible telescopes securely mount using the included 1420 size mounting knobs.
Meade model 933 image erecting prism for etx 60, etx 70 and etx 80 models 07220. They are older telescopes, but despite the age, they are still an amazing tool for beginner astronomer who likes to do stargazing in the field under the night sky and needs a portable instrument. Etx telescopes meade instruments telescopes, solar. Where can i find software and manual downloads for my meade. Meade etx 70 let meade highresolution optics and revolutionary autostar tm capability take you on an automated guided tour of the solar system, the galaxy, and beyond. Let meade highresolution optics and revolutionary autostar tm capability take you on an automated guided tour of the solar system, the galaxy, and beyond. Allows you to both operate the telescope from your computer and download free updates from the meade site as they become available. The meade ac 70350 etx telescope this achromatic refractor is one of the most compact telescopes there is. Meade 882 tripod for etx60, etx70 and etx80 telescopes. The newest released etx continues that legacy with meade s etx observer series. As i said at the beginning, meade etx 60at and 70at are not manufactured and sold anymore, and you can find them only as second hand. Meade etx70at telescope w882 tripod and software by meade. Home page of the meade etx70at digital telescope with autostar computer controller this site is best viewed in a browser with frames enabled.
In this video, i will show you how to set up your meade etx telescope. What you are about to read is my experience with a meade etx70at i purchased on ebay. The meade model 933 image erecting prism is intended specifically for this activity. View and download meade etx70ec instruction manual online. With 90mm maksutovcassegrain optics, builtin flip mirror mechanism, and fast and easy alignment procedure, this telescope allows users to easily locate moon craters, cloud belts on jupiter, saturns rings, and more. Realtime interactive star charts will help plan your stargazing sessions. Interfacing stellarium to a computerized telescope is very simple, especially the meade etxls. It appears that the etx70 is different from the other etx models because none of the existing web pages i could find seemed to match my telescope. Got one for christmas 2001 and have had alot of fun with it so far.
With the 492 controller, the raaz will turn about 22 ticks on the setting circle before it stops. The etx90 observer fully equips the modern explorer with a sophisticated, automated and portable telescope. Also compatible with all prior versions etx80, etx70 and etx60. This software makes the meade etx 125 telescope a goto telescope, especially comparing its other features with its price. Skysafari 6 pro ios skysafari 6 pro android skysafari 6 plus download. For use with meade etx60, etx70 and etx80 telescopes. The quality components and easy operation make this an excellent choice for a first telescope for kids and adults with an.
Meade etx 70at telescope wtripod and ccd camera is an excellent telescope and good buy. Experience pushbutton astronomy as highresolution meade optics, combined with the incredible autostar controller take you on an automated guided tour of the solar system, the galaxy, and beyond. Meades dsi camera control and basic image processing software. I have an etx 60atbb that is giving me a motor unit fault. Photo adapter for etx 607080 models mount an slrdslr type camera on your photo port this adapter ring will thread onto the rear photo port of any meade etx60, etx70 or etx80 telescope and will convert the odd 34mm thread to a standard 42mm t thread. Page 1 instruction manual etx60at astro telescope with autostar hand controller etx70at astro telescope with autostar hand controller meade instruments corporation page 2. Etx70 starry night fov indicators autostar satellite search tours. Celestron and i cant really see much more through that then this etx70. Meade etx70 70mm refractor telescope for sale online ebay. Meade etx 70at accessory astrofinder software cable kit meade astrofinder software connector cable kit with meade astrofinder software loaded into your pc, auto star equipped etx telescopes may be remotely controlled from the pc display. Thread meade tadapter 07366 on to the rear cell of meade telescope, followed by a tmount for your 35mm slr camera or a digital slr camera, and the camera body is thereby rigidly coupled to the telescope. Astrophotography with an etx 70 meade computerized. Packing your etx90 observer and tripod at a moments notice is a breeze with the carrying case and durable tripod bag. Its dualpurpose design includes a removable ota that is ideal for both day or night observing and includes exceptional features like audiostar, goto technology, and large 30,000 object database.
The only web page i found with disassembly instructions for the etx70 was for the. After using the telescope for a few hours, the sea change in how technology will affect beginning observers struck me hard. Telescopes are typically associated with looking at stars, planets and other celestial objects, but they can be used to view wildlife and terrestrial objects as well. Works excellent, easy to set up and crystal clear viewing. Experience pushbutton astronomy as highresolution meade optics, combined with the incredible autostar controller take you on an automated guided tour of the solar system, the. I have an etx60atbb that is giving me a motor unit fault. Packing your telescope and tripod at a moments notice is a breeze with the comfortable and durable backpack. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur. The meade etx 90ec telescope is a portable observatory designed for both astronomers and amateur stargazers. The company is known for quality scopes, implementing emerging technologies, and the best accessories.
The meade etx70at brings home technology that would seem farfetched even in speculative futurefiction. Meade etx70at as a lens for lunar photography dec 18, 2002. Meade etx60at 70at astro telescope cheap and compact. This section contains a world of upgrades and accessories for the meade etx range of telescopes 10 items show 12 24 36 48 60. This physically very short coupling ring adapter converts the 80mm etx to a 400mm f5 telephoto lens for terrestrial and lunar photography only. I am so grateful that i did, and that i included my e. Controlling the meade etxls 6 with stellarium youtube. The meade etx60at and the etx70at are extremely versatile, highresolution telescopes with features similar to those once available only with larger and more specialized imaging sys tems. The compact dimensions come from its sophisticated design and in no way adversely affect its optical performance, on the contrary. A few years ago i purchased a used meade etx70at on ebay to give me a portable scope. Skysafari 6 plus ios skysafari 6 plus android envisage imaging software v7. Meade etx 80 telescope meade computerized telescope.
Meade etx80bb backpack observatory telescope 08050420. Meade etx70at telescope refractor overview and full product specs on cnet. I have tested it with a 492 and three 494 controllers. Take your 80mm lens and enjoy closeup views of land and celestial objects anytime, anywhere. Meade model 933 image erecting prism for etx 60, etx 70 and. Meade etx80 observer telescope 80mm goto refreactor with. The meade usb to serial cable provides the capability of using the usb port on a personal computer to connect to a. The etx80 observer fully equips the modern explorer with a sophisticated, automated and portable telescope. When i won the auction i was elated that i got the scope so cheap.
Mead etx 70 any good getting started general help and. Base housing supports the telescope for placement on a flat, level surface, such as a tabletop or optional tripod. Initializing autostar, page 12, before proceeding with this. And meade surmounted significant challenges to produce them. Feb, 2018 page 1 of 2 etx motor unit fault posted in etx series. Starting your astronomy journey with an etx 80 is the perfect choice. Compatible with all prior versions etx90, etx105, and etx125. Meade s dsi camera control and basic image processing software. For use with meade etx 60, etx 70 and etx 80 telescopes. Set up your tripod and align your telescope all at once. Meade model 933 image erecting prism for etx60, etx70.
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