Meade Computer Serial Cable Connector Kit #507 | Telescope.com: Meade

Meade Computer Serial Cable Connector Kit

Item #55761

The Cable Connector Kit allows connecting your LX200-ACF Autostar II keypad to the serial port on your personal computer/laptop. Also compatible with LX200GPS and LX200 "Classic" (pre-Autostar).

More Info
- Cable set designed to connect the AutoStar II controller to a PC
- Allows for downloading software updates, cloning one keypad to another to share databases, and to use the Meade AutoStar Suite software
- If the host computer is not equipped with a native serial port, a USB to RS-232 Serial adapter cable would be required (sold separately)
- Compatible with LX200-ACF, LX600-ACF, and LX850-ACF models
The #507 Cable Connector Kit allows a connection between your LX200-ACF Autostar II keypad and the serial port on your personal computer/laptop. Also compatible with LX200GPS and LX200 "Classic" (pre-Autostar). Cable length is six feet, and software not included. May also be used with USB adapter (sold separately) to connect to an available USB port on the PC.

Note: this is a serial port interface cable kit. A USB Adapter is not included, but is available for separate purchase. This cable is compatible with the AutoStar II controller. For a cable designed for the AudioStar and older AutoStar controllers, please use the Meade 505 Cable Connector Kit (#07505) instead.

Warranty

Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for two years from date of purchase. This warranty is provided by Meade for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. For complete warranty details contact Meade at 800-626-3233.
Warning

Please note this product was not designed or intended by the manufacturer for use by a child 12 years of age or younger.
Specs
- User level:
  
  User level
  
  Beginner Level - Suited for a wide range of uses, these products are simple to operate and set up. Some initial assembly may be required depending on the type of product. Optical instruments with this rating will have very good optical and mechanical quality. Great for families, young people, and folks who don't want to mess with equipment and complexity. Beginning level telescopes will show you countless lunar craters, Saturn's rings and a myriad of star clusters and nebulae! Referring to the manual is recommended.
  
  Intermediate Level - These products offer higher performance and more advanced features than Level 1: Beginner models. They typically take a bit longer to learn and need some set-up or adjustments. But anyone with the slightest technical bent will have no problem getting familiar with these models. Referring to the manual is recommended.
  
  Advanced Level - These products provide the best performance but may require more skill to master and appreciate. Optical instruments with this rating have exceptionally fine optics and mechanics. Some are easy to use but might be on the large or heavy side. Some are intended for specialized uses. These products will appeal to the more technically inclined. Referring to the manual is highly recommended.
  
  Advanced
- Warranty:
  
  Warranty
  
  This warranty gives you specific legal rights. It is not intended to remove or restrict your other legal rights under applicable local consumer law; your state or national statutory consumer rights governing the sale of consumer goods remain fully applicable.
  
  Two year
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