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4.5. GOTO the Moon and Other Objects
After performing these set-ups the mount is ready to GOTO and track objects. One of the most
common objects is the Moon.
To slew to the Moon press MENU=>“Select and Slew”=>“Solar System”=>Moon=>ENTER.
The telescope will automatically slew to the Moon and lock on it. It will automatically begin to track once
it locks on. If the Moon is not centered in your eyepiece, use the arrow keys to center the Moon. You
may use “Sync to Target” to improve the tracking.
You may also select other bright celestial objects to start with, such as Jupiter or Saturn.
4.6. Star Identification Function
The 8407+ hand controller has a star identification function. After setting the correct local time
and location and completing polar alignment, slew the telescope to a bright star manually or using the
GOTO function. Press the Help(?) key to identify the star that the telescope is pointing to, as well as
nearby bright stars if there is any.
4.7. Power-Down Memorization
The CEM120 mount can memorize its R.A. and DEC positions if the mount loses its power by
accident, even during high speed slewing. After the power is back, just do a Select and Slew to the
same star when the power is lost. The mount will continue to track the star.
4.8. Turning Off the Mount
When you have finished your observation, simply turn the mount power off and disassemble the
mount and tripod.
If the mount is set up on a pier or inside an observatory, it is recommended that you return the
mount to the Zero Position or park the telescope. This will ensure that there is no need for you to
perform the initial setup again.
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