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GoTo System | Yes |
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Tracking Rate | Sidereal, Lunar, Solar, Custom |
Power Supply | 12V DC, 5A |
Power Requirement | 12V DC, 5A |
Communication Ports | RS232, USB |
PEC (Periodic Error Correction) | Yes |
Mount Type | Center-Balanced Equatorial |
Payload Capacity | 120 lbs (54.4 kg) |
Explains how to use gear switches and locking knobs for mount operation, balancing, and transport.
Highlights the main features and capabilities of the CEM120 equatorial mount.
Lists the components included in the shipping boxes and optional accessories.
Identifies the various physical parts of the CEM120 mount assembly.
Details the various ports on the mount base and the cable management system for organizing cables.
Describes the power output sockets and the cable management system's input panel.
Lists and describes the ports located on the cable management input panel.
Explains the function of each button and the overall layout of the hand controller keypad.
Details the information displayed on the LCD screen, including target data and mount status.
Describes mount status indicators, tracking speeds, GPS status, and battery check recommendations.
Step-by-step guide for mounting the telescope and installing the counterweight shaft.
Instructions for setting the mount's altitude and balancing the telescope and accessories.
Provides dimensions and description of the CEM120's dovetail saddle plate.
Steps for connecting power, accessories, and initial configuration of the hand controller.
Procedure for setting the local time, time zone, and Daylight Saving Time via GPS or manual entry.
Instructions for manually entering site coordinates and an introduction to polar alignment methods.
Details the BrightStar Polar Alignment method and the procedure for returning the mount to Zero Position.
Basic manual slewing, push-to operation, and performing initial star alignments.
Using GOTO to find celestial objects, the star identification function, and power-down memorization.
Navigating object catalogs and performing slews to celestial targets using the hand controller.
Resynchronizing the mount to a target and details on One/Two/Three Star alignment procedures.
Covering Solar System Align, Polar Iterate Align, and initial settings configuration.
Customizing beep sounds, LCD/keypad display, and configuring autoguiding speeds.
Adjusting tracking rates, setting parking positions, and configuring meridian flip behavior.
Includes HC heating, RA guiding, network options, power LED, reset, and language settings.
Controlling the electric focuser, using Periodic Error Correction, and parking the telescope.
Instructions for adding, editing, and deleting user-defined comets and other celestial objects.
Checking firmware versions and managing the mount's Zero Position reference.
Guidelines for cleaning, servicing, contacting customer support, and product disposal.
Detailed technical data including dimensions, weight, power, and performance metrics.
Hierarchical breakdown of the hand controller's menu options for various functions.
Instructions on how to upgrade the firmware for the hand controller and control boards.
Information on connecting the mount to computers, tablets, and smartphones via various interfaces.
Lists of deep sky objects, named stars, and constellations available in the database.
Provides HIP catalog numbers for double and multi-star systems.
Outlines the terms, conditions, and limitations of the product warranty.