iOptron iMate User Manual

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Table of Content
Table of Content ..................................................................................................................................................... 2
1. iOptron iMate Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Connect a Mount to the iMate ........................................................................................................................... 5
2.1. Connect a Mount to iMate .......................................................................................................................... 5
2.2. Initial Set Up iMate ...................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3. Operation the Mount via an iMate and KStars/Ekos ................................................................................. 12
2.3.1. Set up iMate Time ............................................................................................................................... 13
2.3.2. Set up iMate Site Info (GPS location) .................................................................................................. 13
2.3.3. Set up Zero Position ............................................................................................................................ 14
2.3.4. Add Other Devices .............................................................................................................................. 15
2.3.5. Polar Alignment .................................................................................................................................. 15
2.4. Other iMate Functions ............................................................................................................................... 15
2.4.1. iMate DC Power Output Control ......................................................................................................... 15
2.4.2. iPolarServer ......................................................................................................................................... 16
2.4.3. Advanced Applications of the iMate................................................................................................... 16
3. Customer Servicing ........................................................................................................................................... 17
3.1. iOptron Customer Service .......................................................................................................................... 17
3.2. Product End of Life Disposal Instructions .................................................................................................. 17
IOPTRON ONE YEAR TELESCOPE, MOUNT, AND CONTROLLER WARRANTY ........................................................ 18
Ver. 1.0 2023.10
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iOptron iMate Specifications

General

Brand	iOptron
Model	iMate
Category	Control Unit
Language	English