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Pegasus Astro – NYX-101 Product Manual
NYX-101 STRAIN WAVE GEAR MOUNT
PRODUCT MANUAL
VERSION 1.4 - 2023-09-02

Table of Contents

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Summary

Preface

Introduction

Overview and welcome message for the NYX-101 mount.

Aim

Purpose of the manual to support users in operating the NYX-101 mount.

Update of this document

Pegasus Astro's right to modify the product and manual.

Warranty

Details the product's three-year warranty and exclusions.

Product Overview

Key Features

Highlights the main capabilities and specifications of the NYX-101 mount.

Technical Data

Provides detailed technical specifications for the NYX-101 mount.

Packaging

Mount Care and Handling

High Torque Warning

Warns about the mount's high torque and potential dangers to cables or fingers.

Mount Modes

Use of Equatorial Mode

Explains setting up and using the mount in Equatorial mode.

Use of Alt-Azimuth Mode

Details how to configure and operate the mount in Alt-Azimuth mode.

Limits

Mount Position

Indicator Lamp

Mount Connections

Power Input

Details the circular GX12-2 male connector for power supply.

Power Output

Describes the GX12-2 male connector for powering external equipment.

USB2 Protocol

Explains connecting the mount to a computer via USB.

Wi-Fi Network

Details Wi-Fi connectivity options: Hotspot and Client modes.

Channel Routing

Explains communication preferences between USB and Wi-Fi channels.

External Port (ST-4)

Describes the ST-4 auto guider input and its multi-functional role.

First Time Operation

Boot Sequence

Illustrates the step-by-step process the mount follows during startup.

How to Initially Connect to Mount

Wi-Fi Access Point and Mobile Application

Details connecting via the mount's Wi-Fi hotspot and mobile app.

Set Mount Mode

Set Site Location

Mount Information

Virtual Keypad

Included Items

Mount Key Points

Carbon Fiber Tripod (PEG-TRPD101)

Setting Up the Carbon Fiber Tripod

Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the carbon fiber tripod.

Base Plate - Tripod Adapter

Half Pier

Describes the optional accessory for increasing pier height and its assembly.

Installation and Usage

Putting on the Mount to the Tripod

Guides on safely mounting the telescope head onto the tripod adapter.

Altitude Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the mount's pitch (altitude) from 0 to 90 degrees.

Altitude Lock Set Screw

Describes the extra screw for securely locking the altitude of the mount.

Azimuth Adjustment

Details how to adjust the mount's position along the azimuth axis.

Telescope Placement

Instructions for securely placing and attaching a telescope to the mount.

Balancing of Telescope

Explains how to balance the telescope on the declination axis.

Payload Capacity and Counterweights

Discusses payload limits and the use of counterweights with the mount.

Compatible Counter Weights and Shaft

Details how to install shafts and counterweights for heavier payloads.

Installation of Accessories

QHYs Polemaster Installation

Provides steps for installing the QHY PoleMaster for polar alignment.

Limits

Park and Unpark

Home Position

Describes the mount's zero or home position for initialization.

Tracking Rates

Wi-Fi Client Configuration

Wi-Fi Hotspot Configuration

Channel Information

Displays available and active communication channels (USB/Wi-Fi).

USB-Only Channel Usage

Describes the scenario when communication relies solely on the USB cable.

Axes Configuration

Slew Rates

Explains how to set the maximum speed for mount slewing.

Pulseguide Rates

Details configuration options for pulse-guiding commands.

Backlash Compensation

Environmental Conditions

Details mount sensors for ambient temperature, pressure, altitude, and voltage.

Electronic Leveller

Mount Limits

Star Alignment

Polar Alignment

ASCOM Software

LX200 Software

Mechanical Drawing

Adapters Mechanical Drawing

Shows mechanical drawings for various tripod adapters.

Summary

Preface

Introduction

Overview and welcome message for the NYX-101 mount.

Aim

Purpose of the manual to support users in operating the NYX-101 mount.

Update of this document

Pegasus Astro's right to modify the product and manual.

Warranty

Details the product's three-year warranty and exclusions.

Product Overview

Key Features

Highlights the main capabilities and specifications of the NYX-101 mount.

Technical Data

Provides detailed technical specifications for the NYX-101 mount.

Packaging

Mount Care and Handling

High Torque Warning

Warns about the mount's high torque and potential dangers to cables or fingers.

Mount Modes

Use of Equatorial Mode

Explains setting up and using the mount in Equatorial mode.

Use of Alt-Azimuth Mode

Details how to configure and operate the mount in Alt-Azimuth mode.

Limits

Mount Position

Indicator Lamp

Mount Connections

Power Input

Details the circular GX12-2 male connector for power supply.

Power Output

Describes the GX12-2 male connector for powering external equipment.

USB2 Protocol

Explains connecting the mount to a computer via USB.

Wi-Fi Network

Details Wi-Fi connectivity options: Hotspot and Client modes.

Channel Routing

Explains communication preferences between USB and Wi-Fi channels.

External Port (ST-4)

Describes the ST-4 auto guider input and its multi-functional role.

First Time Operation

Boot Sequence

Illustrates the step-by-step process the mount follows during startup.

How to Initially Connect to Mount

Wi-Fi Access Point and Mobile Application

Details connecting via the mount's Wi-Fi hotspot and mobile app.

Set Mount Mode

Set Site Location

Mount Information

Virtual Keypad

Included Items

Mount Key Points

Carbon Fiber Tripod (PEG-TRPD101)

Setting Up the Carbon Fiber Tripod

Provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the carbon fiber tripod.

Base Plate - Tripod Adapter

Half Pier

Describes the optional accessory for increasing pier height and its assembly.

Installation and Usage

Putting on the Mount to the Tripod

Guides on safely mounting the telescope head onto the tripod adapter.

Altitude Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the mount's pitch (altitude) from 0 to 90 degrees.

Altitude Lock Set Screw

Describes the extra screw for securely locking the altitude of the mount.

Azimuth Adjustment

Details how to adjust the mount's position along the azimuth axis.

Telescope Placement

Instructions for securely placing and attaching a telescope to the mount.

Balancing of Telescope

Explains how to balance the telescope on the declination axis.

Payload Capacity and Counterweights

Discusses payload limits and the use of counterweights with the mount.

Compatible Counter Weights and Shaft

Details how to install shafts and counterweights for heavier payloads.

Installation of Accessories

QHYs Polemaster Installation

Provides steps for installing the QHY PoleMaster for polar alignment.

Limits

Park and Unpark

Home Position

Describes the mount's zero or home position for initialization.

Tracking Rates

Wi-Fi Client Configuration

Wi-Fi Hotspot Configuration

Channel Information

Displays available and active communication channels (USB/Wi-Fi).

USB-Only Channel Usage

Describes the scenario when communication relies solely on the USB cable.

Axes Configuration

Slew Rates

Explains how to set the maximum speed for mount slewing.

Pulseguide Rates

Details configuration options for pulse-guiding commands.

Backlash Compensation

Environmental Conditions

Details mount sensors for ambient temperature, pressure, altitude, and voltage.

Electronic Leveller

Mount Limits

Star Alignment

Polar Alignment

ASCOM Software

LX200 Software

Mechanical Drawing

Adapters Mechanical Drawing

Shows mechanical drawings for various tripod adapters.

Pegasus Astro NYX-101 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPegasus Astro
ModelNYX-101
CategoryRacks & Stands
LanguageEnglish

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