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. By the way, the et in etx is from meade s founder, john diebel, who envisioned everyones telescope. The plan was to sell the etx 90ec after i finished with this book and keep the etx 125ec. The issue with so many of these merchandise is the companies are just willing to proceed so far and provide so many options.
This viewfinder presents a correctly oriented image both upanddown and lefttoright. Save meade etx 90 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. If you are in doubt after more replies, assuming that there are some, call meade customer support. Many readers and contributors to this etx web site have suggested that meade should send me an etx90ec and autostar. The plan was to sell the etx90ec after i finished with this book and keep the etx125ec. Other than the etx 90ec, i later bought a etx 125ec and a ds60ec. Rotate the focus knob clockwise to focus on distant objects, and counterclockwise to focus on nearby objects.
I recently obtained a etx 90ec and after reading the instructions and aligning, i found that the ra axis drive isnt working. Meades dsi camera control and basic image processing software. For 17 years, with contributions from users worldwide, this etx site was an important resource for amateur astronomers. The etx90 observer has a maksutovcassegrain optical design for pinpoint star images and extraordinary contrast, making it a great deepsky. An autostar 497 or audiostar can be used to update any meade scope currently using a 494 hand controller. Etx telescopes meade instruments telescopes, solar. 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. Updating my old etx60 getting started general help and. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and hobbyists. 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. 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 meade etx 90 will offer you impressive images of terrestrial sights, as well as those of the galaxy. Meade etx 90 observer telescope t he meade etx 90 observer is the latest in a long line for this model meade has been producing the etx 90 for well over two decades. 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.
Beginning your astronomy venture with the etx 90 is. 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. We have 3 meade etx90ec manuals available for free pdf download. 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. This section contains a world of upgrades and accessories for the meade etx range of telescopes 11 items show 12 24 36 48 60. Starnavigator ng 102mm achromatic refractor telescope. Etx telescope optics produce superlative, optical performance and resolution.
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. 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. Meade etx90ec telescope welectronic controller from meade. If you are anxious to use your telescope for the first time,read the quickstart guide on pages 4 and 5. Shooting video with a telescope and a sony camera meade etx90ec duration. 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. Meade instruments company history page company seven. Meade etx 90 observer telescope skyatnightmagazine. With your etx90 connected to the computer with no rs232 and only a usb your connection will be. Best of 1421 frames 1920x1080 video from meade etx90 and canon 60d. 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. Meade s dsi camera control and basic image processing software.
The open architecture of the meade autostar permits the update of operating software, the loading of. Standard equipment with the etx 90ec, the 8 x 21mm erect image viewfinder has 8power magnification and an aperture of 21mm. Lx85 series telescope 8 acf meade s allnew portable power supply. Meade has introduced its new etx90ec, with the ec designating electronic control. Telescopes for astronomy have existed from as early as the 17th century in the days of galileo, who used them to observe celestial objects. Meade etx90ec instruction manual pdf download manualslib. Etx90ec drive repair etx series meade 4m community. The line has come to take advantage of goto telescope mount technology, making it very popular with. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur. Skysafari 6 plus ios skysafari 6 plus android envisage imaging software v7.
Im continuing to use the etx 90ec and autostar, weather permitting, but here are my initial. Take advantage of 90mm of aperture to enjoy closeup views of the solar system and celestial objects anytime, anywhere. Meade etx 90 observer computerized telescope with free barlow. We have 3 meade etx 90ec manuals available for free pdf download. Unfollow meade etx telescopes to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Meade etx90 as astro lens astrophotography talk forum.
I have a meade etx90 telescope and im considering getting adapters to mount my camera on it. Jun 20, 2012 etx 90ec drive repair posted in etx series. Meade has introduced its new etx 90ec, with the ec designating electronic control. Its not as big or expensive as its 105 and 125 mm cousins, but it outperforms the cheaper 60 and 70mm etxs in the series. The first of their kind were made using glass lenses and were used for both astronomical and terrestrial applications. Meade etx90ec instruction manual 28 pages astro telescope. 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 return of the extremely popular etx takes mobile astronomy to the next level. 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. Meades 90 mm etx and celestrons new c90 are they giant killers, or pretenders. The etx telescopes can be focused on objects from a distance of about 11. Starnavigator ng etx telescopes lightbridge plus telescopes lx70.
This software provides an efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute digital media. Meade etx90ec manuals manuals and user guides for meade etx90ec. The meade usb to serial cable provides the capability of using the usb port on a personal computer to connect to a. A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and. Meade instruments telescopes, solar telescopes, binoculars. Or, for the advanced astronomer who already owns a larger instrument, the meade etx 90at is the perfect ultra portable, diffractionlimited field telescope. Specifications etx 90ec astro telescope includes maksutov cassegrain optical tube assembly d 90mm 3. 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. Etx 90 connected to a laptop posted in meade computerized telescopes. 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. Im getting back into observing after a several year hiatus and dug out my old meade etx 60. Turning the vertical lock clockwise to a firm feel only prevents the telescope from.
This revamped version has new features added for the relaunch. Easily setup and inexpensively purchased, meades starpro az 70mm refractor is ready to attack the sky. 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 name of the company was originally spelled mead, and it was another. Etx series telescopes have provided novice astronomers quality, value and performance, with each new model bringing enhancements and improvements. So i called meade support, and they informed me that they no longer repair those telescopes. It has a high focal ratio, compared to other telescopes, and the eyepiece included in the kit is very powerful, too. Meade s 90 mm etx and celestrons new c90 are they giant killers, or pretenders. I am left to find someone else to repair it or try and fix it on my own.
Other than the etx90ec, i later bought a etx125ec and a ds60ec. For the casual or beginning observer the meade etx 90at telescope may be all the telescope ever required. Jan 16, 2016 hello, i am new to this site but hoping to learn a lot from people on here. Why did i buy the meade etx90ec telescope and for what purpose. Meade instruments corporation instruction manual teleskop. Im getting back into observing after a several year hiatus and dug out my old meade etx60. Im continuing to use the etx90ec and autostar, weather permitting, but here are my initial. 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. Since 1999, meade s etx series telescopes have provided astronomers of all levels quality, value, and performance. I recently inherited an older etx90 and autostar suite software circa 2004. Processed with registax 6 and postprocessed on gimp white balance and crop. This is an early vintage meade etx90ec, or equatorial clock drive telescope.
The etx everybodys telescope is a line of smaller aperture telescopes 60mm to 125mm made by meade instruments. I recently purchased a meade etx 90 maksutov cassegrain telescope. 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. All meade telescopes, mysky, spotting scopes, microscopes and accessories are warranted by meade instruments corp. Mic will repair or replace the product, or part thereof, found upon inspection by mic to be defective, provided the. Instruction manual meade etx 90ec instruction manual 28 pages. Here are a few of the features that set the meade etx observer telescope system apart from all others. The compact and powerful maksutov design uses a front corrector plate with a convex. Packing your etx 90 observer and tripod at a moments notice is a breeze with the carrying case and durable tripod bag. The companys innovative and technologically advanced products are recognized to be among the best in the world. Meade instruments is acknowledged as one of the most innovative and dynamic companies in the telescope market. Each new model continues to bring enhancements and improvements, to maintain and improve smooth, exceptional performance. The etx started out as a 90 mm 312 maksutov cassegrain telescope first. Lx200 and lx600 sensor control board left forkarm lx90 r.
Upon installation, please use serial number 783a36800007296416. Astrophotography with meade etx 90 maksutov cassegrain. Piggyback bracket for etx90 telescope nikon coolpix. The name meade, etx, autostar and the meade logo are trademarks registered with the u. The only problem is that the autostar firmware needs to.
The newest released etx continues that legacy with meade s etx observer series. I had all three scopes at my place for a couple of months in early 2011 and wanted to find out. 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. The etx 90 observer fully equips the modern explorer with a sophisticated, automated and portable telescope. All of the more advanced meade telescopes including their etx90 ec, etx125. In september 1996, i purchased a meade etx astro telescope. I was hoping to take astrophotography with this telescope, but failed to find any reliable sources on what camera to buy. Skysafari 6 pro ios skysafari 6 pro android skysafari 6 plus download.
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. Patent office and in principal countries throughout the world. Jun 11, 2016 shooting video with a telescope and a sony camera meade etx 90ec duration. Hi,i would like to connect my etx 90 to my lap top and run it using something like the sky software. The meade etx90ec, etx105ec, and the etx125ec are extremely versatile. 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. Meade etx90 observer 90mm maksutovcassegrain telescope. Starting your astronomy journey with the meade etx 90 is an excellent choice.
An interview with john diebel, founder of meade instruments. Meade 209006 infinity 102mm altazimuth refractor telescope. Used meade etx90ec with table top mounting legs, case, two eyepieces, 2x barlow and 45 degree erecting prism. By the way, the et in etx is from meades founder, john diebel, who envisioned everyones telescope. Save meade etx telescopes to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Etx90 connected to a laptop meade computerized telescopes. 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. 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. Meade etx 90ec automatic telescope autostar rc digital wcase accessory. Many readers and contributors to this etx web site have suggested that meade should send me an etx 90ec and autostar. But it was new, chic, small, and even motorized even with goto control. 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. Meade etx90 observer telescope harrison telescopes ltd. Meade audiostar hand controller telescope controller.
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. The combination is screwed on to the etx 90105125 maksutovcassegrain telescopes rear cell threading, making the etx 90 a 1450mm f16. Hello, i am new to this site but hoping to learn a lot from people on here. Throughout the years, the meade etx series telescopes have given beginner astronomers quality, value and performance, with each new model bringing enhancements and improvements. For the casual or beginning observer the meade etx90at telescope may be all the telescope ever required. So to control a meade telescope from the computer stellarium. The meade etx90at, etx105at and the etx125at are extremely versatile, highresolution telescopes. Initial global customer reaction to our products greatly exceeded our expectations.
Or, for the advanced astronomer who already owns a larger instrument, the meade etx90at is the perfect ultra portable, diffractionlimited field telescope. The etx90ec is a telescope that is designed for amateur astronomers on a limited budget but who want a decent viewing experience. Feb 25, 2016 i have a meade etx 90 telescope and im considering getting adapters to mount my camera on it. Total ratings 1, meade 209003 instruments infinity 70mm az refractor telescope blue. How would they stack up against the legendary questar. I have a meade etx90ec computerized telescope and the outside of it is about 4 round. Etx90 connected to a laptop posted in meade computerized telescopes. Packing your etx 90 observer and tripod at a moments notice is. Meade etx 90 observer computerized telescope with free. 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. The etx everybodys telescope is a line of smaller aperture telescopes 60mm to 125mm. 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. Hi,i would like to connect my etx90 to my lap top and run it using something like the sky software.
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