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Meade LX200 GPS computer connect
Over the last few years i have been trying to connect my LX200 to my computer, but to no avail.
I now have four different USB to RS232 serial adapters. I have tried to connect through three different computers.
1) An older 17" MacBook Pro running Windows XP SP3 through Bootcamp.
2) A three year old dirt cheap Compaq running Windows 8.1.
3) Now a new 15" MacBook Pro running Windows 8.1 through Parallels.
For years I have just assumed that it didn't like XP running through Bootcamp or just didn't like Windows 8.1. Now I am starting to question whether either of the RS232 ports on the telescope actually work!
I have tried running it through the Meade Autostar Suite to begin with, attempted Maxim DL and more recently (last week) TheSkyX. Currently using an FDI (or close to that) USB to Serial cable, the other half (RS232 to DB9) is what I bought from Bintel, Meade products. Downloaded the latest drivers last week so that's all up to date.
When trying to connect to the telescope it does recognise that it's there and but eventually times out after several communication attempts. I am stuck!!
So, has anyone had similar troubles with a LX200 GPS or may have some idea on how to fix the issue?
Cheers,
Colin
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