ASII Firmware Version History  Download almost any version of the ASII firmware from 1.1a forward, read release notes, get info on bugs! FAQs and Commonly Discussed Topics A. For Beginners 1. How Do I Use My LX200GPS for the First Time? 2. How Do I Update the Autostar II Firmware? 3. How Do I Use the Ports on the Control Panel? 4. What is the Alt/Az HOME Position? 5. What Accessories Should I Buy? B. Advanced Telescope Use 1. How Do I Balance the Telescope? 2. How Do I Polar Align the Telescope? 3. What is the Polar HOME Position? 4. What is Periodic Error Correction (PEC)? 5. Everything Else You've Always Wanted To Know... C. General Tips & Information 1. Why Won't My Telescope Work Properly?! 2. LX200GPS Interface Cable Diagram 3. Anti-Backlash Explained 4. Train Drives Explained 5. Calibrate Sensors Explained 6. Periodic Error Correction Explained 7. GPS Signal Acquisition Tips 8. Polar Mounts (Wedges) 9. Getting Started in Astrophotography 10. Common Astronomical Calculations D. CCD Imaging 1. ABG vs. NABG 2. Getting Started in CCD Imaging 3. Preparing Your Scope for CCD Imaging E. Upgrades & Enhancements 1. Description of Aftermarket Modifications 2. Collimation Thumbscrews (ext link) 3. EZ Clutch (ext link) 4. EZ Focus (ext link) 5. Buck's Gears (ext link) 6. EyeOpener II (ext link) 7. Stainless Screw Replacement Kit (ext link) 8. Springy Thingy (Make Alt/Az Mounting Easy) 9. Superwedge Modifications 10. Improved Declination Indicator Please Read: Meade's Limited Warranty and Repair Policy LX200GPS Manual (with SMT info) This is the latest version of the manual. It contains information on the field derotator, 14" and 16" scopes, SMT, and other current items and features. Right-click on the link above and choose "Save Target As..." to download the manual to your computer or simply left-click on it to view it. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader (link below). Additional Documentation on Meade Products Superwedge Page 1 of 3 Page 2 of 3 Page 3 of 3 Flip Mirror System #647 (2") Page 1 of 3 Page 2 of 3 Page 3 of 3 Astrometric 12mm MA Eyepiece Page 1 of 3 Page 2 of 3 Page 3 of 3 Standard Field Tripod Page 1 of 1 Series 4000 f/6.3 Focal Reducer Page 1 of 2 Page 2 of 2 Series 4000 f/3.3 Focal Reducer Page 1 of 2 Page 2 of 2 Photos of the Inside of your LX200GPS (7-12") Drive base Left fork arm Right fork arm GPS Receiver More Tools for your LX200 (and GPS) PEC Viewer by Petr Pelikan Interface Cable Diagram Customizations by Greg Pyros (LX200) MAPUG Topical Archive (LX200 & GPS) LX200 Service and Repair K3CCDTools - Image Capturing & Processing GuideDog - Autoguiding Software