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Explains how to control the LX200GPS telescope using Autostar II.
Emphasizes the importance of accurate time for alignment.
Lists all components included with the LX200GPS telescope.
Detailed instructions on attaching the telescope to the tripod.
Instructions for manually slewing and focusing the telescope.
How to use the Autostar II arrow keys for telescope control.
Explains the function and use of the GPS receiver for alignment.
Describes the process of leveling the telescope base.
Explains how the telescope determines True North for alignment.
Details the options within the Autostar II Setup menu.
Describes the functions available in the Utilities menu.
How to select and view celestial objects from the database.
Calculates eyepiece magnification and field of view.
Enables or disables the Sun warning display.
Accesses telescope model, focal length, and mount settings.
Compensates for backlash in telescope motors for accuracy.
Resets Autostar II to factory defaults, requiring re-initialization.
Controls the focus speed and fine focus adjustments.
How to store and manage multiple observing site locations.
Instructions for placing the telescope in its home position.
Step-by-step guide for manually initializing Autostar II.
Steps for training the telescope's R.A. and Dec. axes.
Details Meade Series 4000 eyepieces and their specifications.
Warning against removing the correcting plate due to potential damage.
Information about microfocuser adjustment and factory service.
Describes the location of adjustment screws for collimation.
Warning about the sensitivity and limits of collimation adjustments.
Procedure to identify which collimation screw to adjust.
How to move the defocused image using Arrow keys for adjustment.
Adjusting the set screw and observing its effect.
Checking and refining the concentricity of the defocused image.
Steps for making further adjustments if needed.
Repeating tests with a higher power eyepiece for fine-tuning.
Explains the principles of equatorial alignment.
Autostar II's easy method for polar alignment using two stars.
Autostar II's one-star method for polar alignment.
Autostar II's two-star method for polar alignment.
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