The key was to install the latest version of the autostar suite. Le nom meade, autostar, lightswitch et le logo meade sont des marques deposees. Telescope meade acfsc 1521524 lightswitch 6 goto astroshop. Meade lx 90 8 acf or meade ls 8 acf discussions scopes.
Com lx200 acf series lx90 acf series lx600 starlock lx850 starlock coronado solar ls lightswitch starnavigator sports optics etx series. After turning it on, electronic sensors download the current time and work out the current location of the device. This software provides an efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. We have 1 meade 8 ls8 acf manual available for free pdf download. Meade is producing the easiesttouse, educational, high performance telescope on the market by combining lightswitch technology, advanced coma free optics acf, astronomer inside multimedia output and a completely new mechanical design. Electronics include the advanced meade audiostar computer system with over 30,000 object library, multiple guided tours, high precision pointing capability, and. Simply flip the switch and the ls automatically aligns itself. I ve aligned and used my meade ls only ten nights now, so i cant attest to. Optical systems are made with superior materials, featuring schott water white glass front correctors, oversized pyrex primary mirrors, and include meade. Apr, 2011 moon, taken with meade ls 8 acf and meade lpi imager. Upon installation, please use serial number 783a36800007296416.
The lx600 acf with starlock enables you to pinpoint stars all the way across the field of view with the redesigned f8 acf optics. The short answer is, if you want to do short exposure photography, the ls 6 can provide some fine results, however, if your goal is to do long exposure astrophotography, i would recommend a more stable platform, such as the lx200, lx600, or lx850. Meade ls 8 acf meade 8 lightswitch high point scientific. Ls and astrophotography ls series meade 4m community. I sold my ls6 which i regret doing and bought an lx200 8 inch acf. Meade ls 8 acf lightswitch telescope with gps and uhtc optics, fully automated alignment and goto technology. Ls8 acf connecting to autostar suite ls series meade. They are very helpful when contacted, how about an email or phone call to them. Ls8 acf connecting to autostar suite ls series meade 4m. Now i like the meade lx90 8 acfbut i also like the meade ls 8 acf.
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Grade a all the way overall, i found the 8inch lx90acf to be an outstanding performer and a good. With lightswitch technology from meade, you simply flip on the power switch and. Meade lx200 acf 8 inch telescope harrison telescopes ltd. To connect the skyfi to starry night using windows will still require more steps as it is not a native windows solution. This full color monitor plugs directly into the built in camera on the meade ls 6 and ls 8 lightswitch telescopes. This version of meade ds114 manual compatible with such list of devices, as. The meade usb to serial cable provides the capability of using the usb port on a personal computer to connect to a. Meade is producing the easiesttouse, educational, high performance telescope on the market by combining lightswitch technology, advanced coma free optics acf, astronomer inside multimedia output and a completely. Click to download ls lightswitch series manual size. For the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. Here are a few of the features that set the meade ls telescope system apart from all others. If you want to do long expose with altaz mounts with a wedge, then you should go for the lx90 8 or cpc800.
Precision alignment is then carried out with the help. Please note, we would normally source meade telescopes from the official uk distributor, so even if our website shows that it is in stock, wed suggest to doublecheck with us before ordering. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and hobbyists. Manuel dinstruction telescope ls acfadvanced coma free avec. Dec 11, 20 the short answer is, if you want to do short exposure photography, the ls 6 can provide some fine results, however, if your goal is to do long exposure astrophotography, i would recommend a more stable platform, such as the lx200, lx600, or lx850. Download assembly and operating instructions manual of meade ds114 telescope for free or view it online on.
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Meade etx ls 8 firmware update question posted in meade computerized telescopes. This additional 14 yields a wider, fully illuminated fieldofview, and allows you to see the light other telescopes leave behind. Meade ls8acf lightswitch 8 f10 catadioptric goto telescope. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and hobbyists telescopes advanced comafree acf.
Meade ngseries telescope instruction manual pdf viewdownload. The 12 meade ota is an advanced comafree telescope with an f 8 optical system and features highcontrast baffling that ensures crisp, pinpoint imaging to the very edge of the field. They are practically the same price as the ls 8 these days. The short answer is, if you want to do short exposure photography, the ls6 can provide some fine results, however, if your goal is to do long exposure astrophotography, i would recommend a more stable platform, such as the lx200, lx600, or lx850. If you want to use skyfi on windows with your ls 8. Meade 12 acf advanced coma free optical tube assembly. Instruction manual 6 ls 6 acf 6 ls 6 sc and 8 ls 8 acf 8 ls 8 sc telescopes with autostar iii hand controller firmware version 1. I took my ls8 out for first light a couple of days ago. Meade 12 lx600 acf f8 telescope with starlock 12087001. Meade instruments 08109003 lx90acf 8inch f10 advanced comafree telescope.
Meade 10 acf lx850 telescope the meade lx850 combines a fast f8 advanced coma free acf optical system with highcontrast baffling, a sturdy, fullycomputerized goto german equatorial mount and the innovative starlock technology, to bring you the smartest and most comprehensive astroimaging equipment available. The lx600 acf with starlock enables you to pinpoint stars all the way across the field of view with the redesigned f 8 acf optics. The 12 meade ota is an advanced comafree telescope with an f8 optical system and features highcontrast baffling that ensures crisp, pinpoint imaging to the very edge of the field. Meades patented automatic self alignment system aligns with just one touch of the power switch. Ive searched all the forums for answers, and while some people seem to have similar problems with this scope, none of them are exactly like mine, and none of the solutions have worked so far. I took my ls 8 out for first light a couple of days ago. Meade s dsi camera control and basic image processing software. Mar 01, 2012 now i like the meade lx90 8 acf but i also like the meade ls 8 acf. The name meade, autostar, lightswitch and the meade logo are. Meade 10 acf lx850 telescope the meade lx850 combines a fast f 8 advanced coma free acf optical system with highcontrast baffling, a sturdy, fullycomputerized goto german equatorial mount and the innovative starlock technology, to bring you the smartest and most comprehensive astroimaging equipment available. Com lx200 acf series lx90 acf series lx600 starlock lx850 starlock coronado solar ls lightswitch starnavigator sports optics etx series lightbridge.
The patented meade advanced comafree acf optical design offers the comafree pinpoint star images and flatter image fields greatly desired by discerning amateur astronomers, astrophotographers and professional observatories alike. Meade ls 8 acf f10 lightswitch comafree telescopes 0810. The lightswitch system first obtains the current daytimelocation using an onboard gps module, next the integrated ccd camera takes a series of pictures of the night sky overhead, then it references. Meade instruments 6inch lightswitch series telescope with. Meade etx ls 8 firmware update question meade computerized. Meade 12 inch lx200acf f10 advanced coma free telescope. This awardwinning 8 f10 2032mm focal length powerhouse telescope is feature packed. With the smallest aperture in the series for a combination of power and portability, the meade instruments lx850 acf uhtc 10 f 8 catadioptric telescope utilizes their advanced comafree acf catadioptric light path to reduce color fringing and offaxis comas, enabling it to clearly resolve dim deepsky objects and easily split binary stars with tacksharp clarity.
Provided the ls 8 ascom beta driver works you will still need to set up following these instructions. Mode demploi meade instruments corporation astronomie. The meade 12 lx600 acf with starlock is a unique design with an integrated object finding and star tracking system built right into the telescope mount. Ive searched all the forums for answers, and while some people seem to have similar problems with this scope, none of them are exactly like mine, and none of. Meade ls 8 in advanced comafree lightswitch telescope f.
With lightswitch technology from meade, you simply. This 8 lx200acf has 8 diameter f10 acf optics focal length 2000mm and ultrahigh transmission coatings uhtc for maximum image brightness and contrast. Includes mounting bracket, connector cord and battery pack. Meade instruments 8inch lightswitch series telescope with. Meade etx ls8 vs windows vs starry night vs skysafari. It just amazes me just how little documentation exists from the manufacturer and most support comes from those who learn via trial by fire. Meade etxls acf instruction manual instruction manual 45 pages meade 60azar instruction manual instruction manual 20 pages meade lx200 instruction. Meade s patented automatic self alignment system aligns with just one touch of the power switch. Moon by meade etx ls 6 acf pictures and music made by danny broerse. For users who only need the acf optics but not the mounts, the optical tubes of the lx200acf series are now available separately.
Telescopes with autostar iii hand controller firmware version 1. Aug 22, 2012 telescope house are the meade importers in the uk. Me08100310 overview meade ls 8 acf lightswitch telescope. Building upon the meade ls 6, the meade ls 8 is a high grade telescope that packs a punch with 78% more light gathering power for greater viewing ability of the night sky. Aug 12, 2012 the key was to install the latest version of the autostar suite. Instruction manual meade 8 ls8 acf instruction manual 47 pages. The accessory panel of the etxls offers audio and video outputs, a focuser control, and two usb. Building upon the meade ls6, the meade ls8 is a high grade telescope that packs a punch with 78% more light gathering power for greater viewing ability of the night sky. Download instruction manual of meade ngseries telescope for free or view it online on. Equipped with ultra high transmission coatings uhtc and a resolving power of 0. Meades revolutionary ls lightswitch series of telescopes use advanced technologies like gps, lnt and eclips ccd imaging to do what no other consumer telescopes have done before. Its the biggest news in astronomy since, well, the lx200. View and download meade 6 ls6 acf instruction manual online. Meade 12 inch lx200acf f10 advanced coma free telescope 12106003 meade 12 inch lx200acf advanced comafree telescope with uhtc the most widely used research telescope on earth now comes with the most advanced optical system.
I thoroughly enjoyed that scope, the optics, autoalignment and goto capabilities were all in a convenient package that was a good balance of performance and portability. Building on meades awardwinning advanced comafree acf optics, the 12 ota employs a fast f8 optical system with highcontrast baffling that insures crisp, pinpoint imaging to the very edge of the field. Meades revolutionary ls lightswitch series of telescopes use advanced. Meade ls 8 inch advanced comafree lightswitch telescope 08100310 has advanced automated functionality plus exceptional optical capabilities. Meade ls 8 acf lightswitch computerised telescope with. Now, for the truly discerning individual who demands the very best, the optical system of the meade ls 8 acf advanced comafree telescope delivers the sharpest, brightest image available. May 22, 2017 for the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. I spent several hours searching the web and meades website for a download of the. I found said telescope at our school im an astronomy teacher, and im trying to get it to work.
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