GAZER wrote:

> I am at this point frustrated with the dec drive on my 12". Have tried
> most of the easy things to do without being an engineer. Would like all
> the info I can get on the socalled Meade $500 repair.
> Thanks
> Gazer

I've down this 3 times; once under warranty, and twice out of warranty. The
first two were a result of electronics failures. The 3rd time as a result of a
voltage surge induced by a close call lightning strike to the observatory. The
steps for repair are:

1. Call Meade.
2. Get a "Return Authorization Number.
3. Give them your credit card number.
4. Wait for new electronics.
5. Do the electronics swap (very easy).
6. Send back old parts to Meade.

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Michael J. Cook

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MEADE RESOURCES:
* Meade Advanced Product Users Group - http://www.mapug.com/
* AstroArchive - http://www.astroarchive.com/t/search.asp

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