Please can anyone help me about how to update my Autostar handset on a Windows 10 machine? I want to see the ISS station but I have to update the Database in the handset
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Sep 17, 2016 AutoStar 2 firmware update - posted in Meade Computerized Telescopes: From reading threads on CloudyNights people tend to recommend StarPatch to do a firmware update on an AutoStar 2 handbox. I have a couple of questions, so Ill explain my set up. Meade LX200 GPS AutoStar 2 currently running 3.0i firmware UGreen USB2.0 to RS232 DB9 adapter cable, in turn connected to the Mead flat. I promised to make a new video, My last one I made I was sick with the flew so Finally I made a new one. Hope this is helpful for those looking to learn how to update the tour list.
Firmware version ETX 125 current? - posted in Meade Computerized Telescopes: I have an ETX 125PE and when I fire up the Autostar the very first screen says it is 43e - is that current? Is it worth an update if not, as I have never tried that. I believe I have the original 497, not the 497ep handset. Oct 15, 2015 I promised to make a new video, My last one I made I was sick with the flew so Finally I made a new one. Hope this is helpful for those looking to learn how to update the tour list.
I have asked Meade Customer Service this:
Dear Meade
When will it be possible to get a USB to RS-232 (Serial) Adapter (SKU: 07507) with at Windows 10 driver, or even better a new solution where it’s possible to get rid of that old serial port and connect directly the Autostar to the USB port on the laptop.
They answer is this:
We have currently done no development with Windows 10, and have no set schedule to do so at present.
There is no need to make an update to a telescope working normally however; there are no enhancements or changes to performance you would notice. Also, there is always a chance in the update process that power or connection is interrupted or data lost and this can cause problems where you would need to send your scope to Meade for it to be resolved.
So have anyone of you solved this problem?
Thanks a lot.
Autostar Downloads |
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The open architecture of the Meade Autostar permits the update of operating software, the loading of events such as comets, satellites, and minor planets, and allows you to share or 'clone' this information with other Autostars. The optional #505 Connector Cable Set is required to use the applications on this page. These files and applications will be updated frequently, and are dated for easy identification. Check back often for the most current updates, files and applications.
Autostar Update
Autostar Update is a family of applications that function to transfer the event files and software updates from your computer, through the serial port and #505 Connector Cable Set, to your connected Autostar. The Autostar Update application will be available as a stand-alone client application forWindows.
Autostar Update is a family of applications that function to transfer the event files and software updates from your computer, through the serial port and #505 Connector Cable Set, to your connected Autostar. The Autostar Update application will be available as a stand-alone client application forWindows.
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Some of these applications are still in development. As soon as they are available, they will be posted here for free use by Autostar owners.
03/07/00 | Autostar UpdateClient Application ReadMe file 'ASReadMe.txt |
03/07/00 | Autostar.ROM & DBase.ROM version 2.0i 'ReadMe.txt' file (3,260 bytes). Descriptions of the changes to 2.0i ROM files. (Autostar #495 & #497) |
03/06/00 | Autostar model #495 ROMS20i.zip (296,582 bytes). This file contains both the Autostar.ROM and DBase.ROM files in one archive. You must UNZIP these files to use them. This file is for people who are having trouble downloading Autostar.ROM and/or DBase.ROM above. |
03/07/00 | Autostar model #495 'Autostar.ROM' (file size 655,380 bytes) & 'DBase.ROM' (file size 498,243 bytes) Latest Firmware Version 2.0i. This firmware is for customers who already are running the latest Autostar Update tool (version A2.1). |
12/13/00 | ETX Autostar model #497 Roms21ek.zip (file size 421,397 bytes) This file contains both Autostar.rom, Dbase.rom, and update.txt. Update.txt is a text file containing the major changes from version 2.0i. Please note that this version is ENGLISH only. |
01/30/01 | Autostar Update Client Application for Windows (3,601,078 bytes). This includes both the Autostar Update tool (version A2.4), and Autostar #497 firmware (version 21Ek).You MUST use this version to upload your Autostar with version 21Ek or above firmware. Older versions of the Autostar Update Utility will NOT correctly install your Asteroids, Comets, Satellites and Tours into the Autostar. This applies to the #497, #495, and #494 Autostar handboxes. Download and double-click Auto.exe to install the software. Use this update tool for the #497, #495 and the #494 Autostar model. This will fix the #494 database bug. |
02/13/01 | Windows 2000 fix:In order to make Update work under Windows 2000 you must install or reinstall the update program as follows. When prompted for the install directory, change it to 'Program FilesMeadeAutostar Update'. If you reinstalled and you have any ephemeride data you want to keep, copy it from the old directory 'Program FilesMeadeAutostarAutostar UpdateEphemerides' to the new directory 'Program FilesMeadeAutostar UpdateEphemerides'. After reinstalling and copying the ephemerides you can delete the old directory 'Program FilesMeadeAutostar'. |
To transfer event files and software updates, follow instructions in the online manual for the #505 Connector Cable Set.
Orbital Elements
The elements can be saved to your local machine by using your browser's 'Save As' facility, ensuring that you select 'Plain text' as the format for the saved document.
The elements can be saved to your local machine by using your browser's 'Save As' facility, ensuring that you select 'Plain text' as the format for the saved document.
To enter an individual element into the Autostar, follow the instructions in the online Autostar Manual.
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01/14/00 | Orbital Elements: Comets |
01/14/00 | Orbital Elements: Bright Minor Planets 1999 |
01/14/00 | Satellites |
01/14/00 | International Space Station (ISS) |
01/14/00 | Hubble Space Telescope (HST) |
01/14/00 | Starshine |
01/18/00 | Autostar Tour Files |
01/31/00 | Autostar Ephemerides for New Events and Discoveries |
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