Posts Made By: Steven Ferrell

Its realy not that hard. Meade makes a part (#520 Electronic Relay) to adapt the 201xt for use on a non meade scope. There is some simple soldering and electronics knowledge needed to complete the task, but nothing major. I would start by taking the hand paddle apart and using a electrical meter to figure out which contacts close when a button is pushed. Then all you need to do is run a wire from each side of the button contacts to the little adapter that meade sells. Repeat this for the other three buttons. I have done this to a CG-5, GP, and even a Sky View deluxe for use with both the 201xt, and the Star Track software.

Id be more than happy to complete this task for anyone for free + return shipping (plus the #520 relay). I could put together a How To if someone supplies the pieces.

Steven