--- product_id: 4528461 title: "Meade 04513 No.506 Cable Connector Kit with Software for No.494 AutoStar Equipped Models (Black)" brand: "meade" price: "17.52 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4528461-meade-04513-no-506-cable-connector-kit-with-software-no store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 15,000+ Celestial Views USB Power Source PC Compatibility Meade 04513 No.506 Cable Connector Kit with Software for No.494 AutoStar Equipped Models (Black) **Brand:** meade **Price:** 17.52 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🔭 Unlock the Universe from Your Desk! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Meade 04513 No.506 Cable Connector Kit with Software for No.494 AutoStar Equipped Models (Black) by meade - **How much does it cost?** 17.52 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4528461-meade-04513-no-506-cable-connector-kit-with-software-no) ## Best For - meade enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted meade brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lightweight Design:** Weighing only 6.4 ounces, it's perfect for on-the-go stargazing. - • **Connect and Conquer:** Easily operate and update your AutoStar-equipped telescope from your computer. - • **Celestial Exploration:** Access over 15,000 celestial wonders, including galaxies and star clusters. - • **Seamless Compatibility:** Designed for 494 AutoStar models, including popular Meade ETX and DS-2000 series. - • **User-Friendly Software:** Autostar Suite Astronomer Edition provides stunning views of the night sky. ## Overview The Meade 04513 No.506 Cable Connector Kit allows you to connect your AutoStar-equipped telescope to your computer, enabling seamless updates and operation. Compatible with various Meade models, it features the Autostar Suite Astronomer Edition, showcasing over 15,000 celestial objects for an immersive stargazing experience. ## Description The Meade 04513 No.506 Cable Connector Kit with Software for No.494 AutoStar Equipped Models gives you the ability to operate and update an AutoStar-equipped telescope right from your computer. This item is compatible with Meade ETX-60, ETX-70 and ETX-80 models, as well as most DS-2000 series models. The software included is Autostar Suite Astronomer Edition that gives you views of the sky, constellations and planet positions. This displays more than 15,000 space objects including galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, stars and planets right on your computer screen. This kit includes a 6-foot 4-pin to 6-pin serial cord connecter with integrated AUX-to-serial converter and 6-pin to RS-232 serial interface adapter. The USB adapter is sold separately. The Meade 04513 No.506 Cable Connector Kit with Software for No.494 AutoStar Equipped Models is recommended for use with Windows XP or higher and carries a full 1-year Meade factory limited warranty in the United States and Canada only. Meade has everything you need to capture the night sky for experienced star-shooters, serious researchers and beginners alike. Serious astronomers for years have flocked to Meade telescopes for their quality optical systems and patented technology. Consumers know that "Meade Optics Inside" means that what they see through our telescopes will be views that are detailed, crisp and full of contrast. Look through a Meade this evening and see what you've been missing. Review: Meade #506 connector kit - This cable along with the #497 Autostar hand controller (upgraded to 43eg firmware) was the only way I found to get the Skyfi wireless telescope control to connect to my Meade ETX70AT telescope using my Android Archos 80G9 turbo tablet and work properly with the Skysafari 4 Pro app. You must make sure all settings are according to the telescope you are using. I upgraded the #497 hand controller using Meade Autostar Suite upgrade software, in order to get the program to see the controller, while the program is running, turn the telescope on and click connect, do not go through the setup and alignment process, just connect. I did this with an old Dell laptop running WinXP. If it doesn't connect, check the Com port settings in the device manager to make sure it is using Com 1 and all other communication settings are set as the instructions say, this is usually the default settings anyways, but if something else is using com port 1, you have to change to a non-used port and change the com port settings in the Meade Update program as well. Any questions, feel free to ask. If you have problems connecting to an android using SkySafari, restart the app or re-boot the device. Took me months to finally figure this out, being new at telescopes and there wireless connections, hope this works for others. All I need now is a warm clear New England night. Review: Works fine in compatibility mode - Windows 7 professional 64 bit, right clicked the install file >properties >compatibility >check run in windows 98 compatibility mode. Once the software is installed, set your USB to Serial adapter to Com 1. It worked right away. Took control over the built in hand controller. This is very cool. ## Features - Includes serial cord connector, USB Adapter sold separately - Operate and update an AutoStar-equipped telescope right from your computer - For use with 494 AutoStar equipped models including Meade ETX-60, ETX-70 and ETX-80 and most DS-2000 series models from a PC - Autostar Suite Astronomer Edition gives you views of the sky, constellations and planet positions - Displays more than 15,000 celestial wonders: galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, stars and planets on your PC ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0001DZ6K0 | | Brand | MEADE | | Coating | Multi-Coated | | Compatible Devices | Desktop | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 51 Reviews | | Finderscope | Reflex | | Focus Type | Manual Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00709942920024 | | Item Weight | 6.4 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Meade | | Manufacturer Part Number | 04513 | | Model Name | 4513 | | Model Number | 04513 | | Mount | Altazimuth Mount | | Power Source | Usb Adapter | | Telescope Mount Description | Altazimuth Mount | | UPC | 709942920024 | | Warranty Description | Comes with a 1-year limited warranty | | Zoom Ratio | 1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** MEADE - **Model Name:** 4513 - **Telescope Mount Description:** Altazimuth Mount - **Focus Type:** Manual Focus - **Power Source:** Usb Adapter - **Finderscope:** Reflex - **Item Weight:** 6.4 Ounces - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop - **Lens Coating Description:** Multi-Coated - **Zoom Ratio:** 1 ## Images ![Meade 04513 No.506 Cable Connector Kit with Software for No.494 AutoStar Equipped Models (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71demUq+03L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this work with the ETX 90 model?** A: If the ETX 90 is using a 497 controller no. **Q: Does the Meade 04513 No.506 provide full software or is it a trial version as mentioned in some reviews?** A: It looks like the Full Suite is available at Meade (dot) com, as well as Updates and USB to Serial hardware support software.HERE: www(dot)meade(dot)com/support/downloads(dot)html NOTE: The Full Suite is a LARGE file at 215 MB... it is still downloading.... **Q: Does it work with the ETX-125 ec** A: I am not sure but some years ago I wrote a review for this cable/software combo. It was one-star and suggested Meade should be ashamed for selling this. It is an awful control interface. **Q: Does this work with etx-90 models** A: I bought mine for the 80, but you might go to the Meade web page to look at support, the have an 800 number. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Meade #506 connector kit *by J***R on May 26, 2014* This cable along with the #497 Autostar hand controller (upgraded to 43eg firmware) was the only way I found to get the Skyfi wireless telescope control to connect to my Meade ETX70AT telescope using my Android Archos 80G9 turbo tablet and work properly with the Skysafari 4 Pro app. You must make sure all settings are according to the telescope you are using. I upgraded the #497 hand controller using Meade Autostar Suite upgrade software, in order to get the program to see the controller, while the program is running, turn the telescope on and click connect, do not go through the setup and alignment process, just connect. I did this with an old Dell laptop running WinXP. If it doesn't connect, check the Com port settings in the device manager to make sure it is using Com 1 and all other communication settings are set as the instructions say, this is usually the default settings anyways, but if something else is using com port 1, you have to change to a non-used port and change the com port settings in the Meade Update program as well. Any questions, feel free to ask. If you have problems connecting to an android using SkySafari, restart the app or re-boot the device. Took me months to finally figure this out, being new at telescopes and there wireless connections, hope this works for others. All I need now is a warm clear New England night. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works fine in compatibility mode *by R***D on August 23, 2015* Windows 7 professional 64 bit, right clicked the install file >properties >compatibility >check run in windows 98 compatibility mode. Once the software is installed, set your USB to Serial adapter to Com 1. It worked right away. Took control over the built in hand controller. This is very cool. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Interface cable is fine, software leaves much to be desired *by T***R on March 27, 2010* I purchased this to control my DS2114AT-TC from a laptop. It was literally plug-n-play with Linux and Kstars. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the supplied AstroFinder software. I use a cheap USB to serial converter to provide RS-232 connectivity on my laptop. The AstroFinder software failed to work with the XP assigned COM9 port, so I forced it to COM1 under the hardware advanced tab settings. When that failed to work, I set the Windows program compatibility option to Windows 98/ME. After a few more reboots, the program finally started to work. (Technical note: If you are trying to debug the serial interface with an external RS-232 monitor, be aware that the AstroFinder software does not appear to initialize any hardware handshaking lines.) Compared to Kstars, the AstroFinder software was archaic and very slow. The graphical interface was reminiscent of an older DOS application. Browsing the sky can only be described as "painful" when compared to the speed and user interface of Kstars. Perhaps my biggest software complaint is that the top menu buttons only show up as relatively small icons. There are no pop-up windows describing their function, requiring one to consult the PDF documentation, or click on the icon to see what happens. The ONLY reason that I even bothered booting up Windows XP and installing the Meade software was to simplify the update of the satellite Keplerian elements. Even that was a time consuming hassle. I found that it was far faster to just enter the data manually from the telescope. Overall, I am pleased with the quality of the proprietary serial interface cable, but I will likely never again use the AstroFinder software. I will consider this as the purchase of an interface cable with a bloated demo-ware application included as a teaser. This is fine with me as the cable, Kstars, and Slackware Linux work extremely well controlling the DS2114 from my Dell Mini-9. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4528461-meade-04513-no-506-cable-connector-kit-with-software-no](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4528461-meade-04513-no-506-cable-connector-kit-with-software-no) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-01*