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Celestron CGX User Manual

Celestron CGX
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model #91530
GERMAN EQUATORIAL MOUNT SERIES TELESCOPES

Table of Contents

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Celestron CGX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Mount TypeGerman Equatorial
Tripod Leg Diameter2 inches
Load Capacity55 lbs (25 kg)
Tracking RatesSidereal, Solar, Lunar
GPSOptional
Database40, 000+ objects
Motor TypeHigh-torque servo motors with encoders
Alignment ProceduresOne-Star Align, Last Alignment, Solar System Align
Communication Ports2x AUX ports
Slew Speeds9 Slew Speeds: 4°/sec, 2°/sec, 1°/sec, 64x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x

Summary

Introduction and Safety

Safety Warnings

Summary of precautions against eye damage and proper handling of the telescope and its components.

Parts List

System Requirements

Assembly and Setup

Tripod Assembly and Adjustment

Steps for setting up and extending the tripod legs for stability.

Mount Attachment to Tripod

Instructions for securely attaching the CGX mount head onto the tripod.

Add the Counterweights

Attach the Telescope to the Mount

Balance the Mount

Right Ascension Axis Balancing

Ensuring horizontal balance for the Right Ascension axis.

Declination Axis Balancing

Ensuring balance for the Declination axis.

Basic Usage: Powering and Site Information

Powering the Mount

Steps for powering the CGX mount using a suitable power source.

Alignment Prerequisite and Overview

Two Star Align Procedure

Polar Alignment Techniques

Polar Alignment Adjustment Points

Identifies adjustment knobs for achieving accurate polar alignment.

Precise Polar Alignment

Adjusting Mount for Latitude Extremes

NexStar+ Hand Control Operation

Hand Control Button Functions

Details the purpose and operation of each button on the NexStar+ hand control.

Object Catalog and Slewing

Hand Control Menu Customization

Alignment Procedures

Two Star Align Method

Detailed steps for performing a Two Star Align using the hand control.

Menu Navigation and Tracking Options

Scope Setup Menu Configuration

Utilities Menu Functions

Mount Calibration Routines

Procedures for calibrating the mount's axes for optimal performance.

Appendix A: Firmware Upgrade Guide

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