Fastar Questions

Hello everyone. I have been posting for a while on the birding forums, but I am just getting into the swing of things in the astro department. I am interested in using the fastar capabilities of the Ultima 2000 that I just bought.

First question.... what parts do I really need to get in order to use the fastar? Do I simply need a fastar lens assembly that replaces the existing secondary, or is there more to it than that?

Second question... I would like some info on which cameras can be used with the fastar setup. I know that the 237 cameras will work, but what other options do I have? Would the new Meade Imager work? If not, why?

I hate to reveal my ignorance on these matters, but I would prefer to drop my britches now rather than after I have wasted a bunch of money.

Thanks,
Tyler

I posted this message to the Equipment forum as well. Sorry about the duplicate message.

You will need the fastar lens assembly that replaces the secondary. You will also need the weight that goes where you normally put your diagonal. If you buy a used fastar, some people loose that extra weight and then you will have to come up with a different way to balance the scope. Once you have the fastar assembly, you just put the 237 on it and you will be ready to rock and roll. I believe the ST-237 is the only camera that will work on the Fastar scopes. I believe if you get the Hyperstar, you might be able to put a different camera on it. The hyperstar is made by http://www.starizona.com/, so check with them to see what else will work with their hyperstar. They also have a good tutorial on how to use the U2K for fastar ccd imaging. http://www.starizona.com/basics/usingu2k.cfm
Ralph