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Control your Meade LX200GPS telescope remotely using your iPhone or iPad. This app emulates the Autostar II controller, offering convenient access to telescope functions through intuitive tabs for slewing, object catalogs, and custom buttons.
What's New in ScopeBoss
1.2.1
December 23, 2023
This version fixes a dependency in iOS 17 that leads to an immediate crash, other fixes include the removal of deprecated iOS APIs. Most of the changes will be invisible to the user.
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What is ScopeBoss?
ScopeBoss is a free iOS application that emulates the Autostar II controller for Meade LX200GPS telescopes. It allows users to control their telescope remotely from an iPhone or iPad via a WiFi-to-Serial adapter.
What devices does ScopeBoss support?
ScopeBoss is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. It requires iOS 4.0 or later.
How does ScopeBoss connect to the telescope?
ScopeBoss connects to your Meade LX200GPS telescope through a WiFi-to-Serial adapter, such as the SkyFi by Southern Stars or the GC Wi-Fi Adapter. You will need to configure the adapter's IP address and port number within the app.
What are the main control features of ScopeBoss?
ScopeBoss offers a Keypad tab for basic controls, a Slew tab for manual slewing (including gesture-based control), a Btn/Menu tab for customizable functions and full menu access, and a Catalogs tab with over 21,000 celestial objects.
Does ScopeBoss have ads?
No, ScopeBoss does not contain advertisements. It is a completely free application.
How often is ScopeBoss updated?
The latest version of ScopeBoss is 1.2.1, last updated on December 23, 2023. This indicates relatively infrequent but consistent updates.
What is the age rating for ScopeBoss?
ScopeBoss has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages interested in astronomy and telescope control.
Can ScopeBoss import menus directly from the telescope?
Yes, the Btn/Menu tab in ScopeBoss allows you to import the entire operation menu directly from your LX200GPS telescope, or you can use the default menu provided by the app.
