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General| Load Capacity | 3 kg |
|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum |
| Max. payload | 3 kg |
| Mount type | Vixen GP Level |
| Tracking speed | Sidereal rate |
| Compatibility | DSLR and mirrorless cameras |
Lists the main components provided with the Omegon MiniTrack Quattro NS mount.
Details the components located on Side A of the MiniTrack Quattro NS mount.
Details the components located on Side B of the MiniTrack Quattro NS mount.
Ensures compatibility with standard tripod plates and proper mount positioning.
Importance of aligning the mount parallel to the adapter base for fine-tuning polar alignment.
Details on using the locking mechanism with the hex key and locking bolt.
Ensures the ball-head is securely tightened to prevent slippage during long exposures.
Procedure for attaching the camera with adapter to the ball-head's base.
Explains the importance of balancing the camera's center of gravity for accurate tracking.
Initial steps for pointing the mount towards Polaris for rough alignment.
Steps to precisely align the mount using the polar finder and tripod levellers.
Guide on how to identify Polaris in the night sky using constellations.
Explains how the spring system acts as a counterweight for tracking balance.
How to check if the timer can push the setup and when spring tension needs adjustment.
Guide on selecting the correct spring tension position for various load imbalances.
Specific spring tension recommendations for pointing East, South, and West.
Instructions for releasing thumbnuts and the timer screw for Southern Hemisphere setup.
Procedure for adjusting the winding knob and attaching the south arm for inverted tracking.
Final steps to secure the assembled arm to the timer mechanism.
Guide on selecting the correct spring tension position for various load imbalances.
Specific spring tension recommendations for pointing West and North.
Instructions to identify Crux and use it to locate the South Celestial Pole (SCP).
Steps to precisely align the mount to the SCP using the polar finder.
A summarized list of steps required to set up the Omegon Quattro mount.
Final adjustments to spring position and commencing astronomical shooting.
Details the mount's capacity for load and tracking duration up to 60 minutes.
Formula and table for calculating maximum exposure time based on objective focal length.
An example demonstrating how to calculate expected tracking time for a specific setup.
Provides links to online videos and Facebook groups for more information.
