Is There Software That Can Connect My Meade LX200 GPS Telescope to My PC?

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Users are seeking software to connect the Meade LX200 GPS telescope to a PC, with attempts made using Starry Night Pro and ACP3, which were unsuccessful. Starry Night Pro version 4.5 does not explicitly list LX200GPS but operates on the same command set as the LX200, suggesting compatibility. Concerns about a homemade RS-232 cable's reliability have been raised, with recommendations to test the cable using an ohmmeter. The discussion highlights the need for compatible software and troubleshooting hardware issues. Overall, users are encouraged to verify their setup to ensure successful connectivity.
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Hi friends,
I'm a user of Meade's 12" LX200GPS and I was looking for the software to connect my telescope to my pc, I installed "Starry night pro" version 4.5 and ACP3 but they didn't work. Starry night only had LX200 & AutostarII in the list it supported but not LX200GPS.
Does anybody know any kind of downloadable software that can surely work with our case?
With respect to the fact that my RS-232 cable is handmade, can the cause of the problem be in the cable? How can I test it?

Thanks a lot :smile:
 
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The LX200GPS uses the exact same command set as the LX200 -- it's essentially an industry standard. SNP can work with the LX200GPS just fine. Perhaps your cable is bad.

- Warren
 
chroot said:
The LX200GPS uses the exact same command set as the LX200 -- it's essentially an industry standard. SNP can work with the LX200GPS just fine. Perhaps your cable is bad.

- Warren
What is SNP?
Could you give me a link for it?
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How can I be sure the Cable is bad?
 
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SNP = Starry Night Pro.

Use an ohmmeter to verify that the cable is built properly.

- Warren
 

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