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Mount Type | German Equatorial |
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Payload Capacity | 30 lbs (13.6 kg) |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar, Lunar |
Database | 40, 000+ objects |
Software | NexStar+ hand control |
Tripod | 2" Stainless Steel |
Motor Drive | DC Servo motors |
Tracking Modes | EQ North, EQ South |
Alignment Procedures | 2-Star Alignment, 1-Star Alignment, Solar System Alignment |
Power Requirements | 12V DC |
Slew Speeds | up to 4°/second |
GPS | Optional (SkySync GPS accessory) |
Communication Ports | RS-232 port |
Identifies and labels the various components of the Advanced VX mount's control panel, including ports and buttons.
Instructions for setting up the tripod legs, extending them, and securing their height for stability.
Steps for attaching the azimuth knobs and equatorial mount to the tripod.
Guidance on adjusting the mount's altitude and azimuth for precise pointing and alignment.
Detailed explanation of each button on the NexStar+ hand control and its function.
Overview of basic procedures for operating the hand control: Alignment, Setup, and Utilities.
Step-by-step guide to aligning the telescope using two alignment stars for accurate pointing.
Recording and playing back drive error corrections to improve tracking accuracy.
Using the hand control's All-Star Polar Alignment function for precise telescope setup.