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General| Mount Type | German Equatorial |
|---|---|
| GoTo Capability | Yes |
| Database | 30, 000+ objects |
| Autostar Controller | Yes |
| Computerized | Yes |
| Hand Controller | Autostar |
Detailed steps for assembling the telescope components, mount, and tripod.
Procedure to balance the telescope on its axes for proper movement and tracking.
Steps to align the viewfinder with the main telescope's optical path for accurate sighting.
Explains eyepiece focal length and its impact on magnification for observing.
Guide on manually moving the telescope for observation and understanding its movement.
Instructions on how to use the Autostar handbox arrow keys for telescope movement.
Explanation of different slew speeds available for telescope slewing.
Steps to set the telescope's initial position for polar alignment and tracking.
Guide on using Autostar to automatically track celestial objects in the night sky.
Instructions on how to use Autostar to automatically move the telescope to desired celestial objects.
How to navigate the Autostar menu system for accessing various functions.
Procedure to set up Autostar with location, date, and time for initial operation.
Steps to train the telescope's motors for improved pointing accuracy.
The simplest method for aligning the telescope using Autostar for GoTo functionality.
Demonstrates how to use Autostar to locate and view a specific celestial object, like Saturn.
How to use Autostar's Guided Tour to explore celestial objects.
An exercise to practice navigating Autostar menus and calculating sunset time.
How to input data such as dates, times, and text into the Autostar system.
Overview of the Autostar menu navigation keys and functions for easy operation.
Explains the different menu categories like Object, Event, Glossary, Utilities, and Setup for Autostar.
Details on searching and selecting celestial objects from Autostar's database.
Accesses astronomical events like sunrise, sunset, moon phases, and meteor showers.
Accesses features like timers, alarms, eyepiece calculations, and display settings.
Allows adjustment of date, time, telescope parameters, and other system settings.
Guidelines for cleaning optics and general care of the telescope for longevity.
Detailed steps for collimating the Schmidt-Newtonian telescope optics for optimal performance.
Detailed steps for collimating the Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope optics for optimal performance.
How to properly inspect telescope optics and the importance of star testing for quality assessment.
Contact information and procedures for obtaining support and service from Meade.
Technical specifications for the Autostar computer controller, including processor and memory.
How to use the telescope's physical setting circles to locate celestial objects.
Method for finding Polaris and establishing basic orientation for alignment.
Explains methods for polar alignment using one or two stars.
How to use the polar alignment viewfinder for accurate polar alignment.
Procedures to align the telescope's optical axis with the mount's axes for improved accuracy.
Manual steps to correct attitude and elevation misalignment of the telescope.
Using Autostar to perform axis alignment for improved pointing accuracy.
How to select operating modes for the Electronic Controller handbox.
Explanation of slew speed settings for the Electronic Controller.
How to adjust tracking rates for objects moving at different speeds.
Procedures to switch between Northern, Southern, or disabled polar modes.
Information on using the Autostar controller with EC models.
Suggests using Autostar's glossary for astronomical terms.
Lists and describes various celestial objects observable with the telescope.
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