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Paramount ME
User’s Guide
Revision 1.77
Copyright 1996-2012 Software Bisque, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSoftware Bisque
ModelParamount ME
CategoryRacks & Stands
LanguageEnglish

Summary

The Paramount ME Robotic Telescope System

What Makes the Paramount ME So Different?

Details the unique features and advantages of the Paramount ME mount.

Unpacking the Paramount ME

Provides instructions for safely unpacking the mount and its components.

Packing List

Lists all the items included in the Paramount ME package for verification.

Mount Nomenclature

Adaptor Panel Basics

Explains the different ports and connectors on the mount's adaptor panel.

Instrument Panel Basics

Describes the ports and functions of the instrument panel.

Paramount ME Assembly and Setup

Approximate Altitude Adjustment

Guides on setting the initial altitude of the mount for the observing location.

Attaching the Mount to the Pier

Instructions for securely mounting the telescope mount to the pier.

Adjusting the Micro-Levelers

Details how to use micro-levelers for precise mount leveling.

First Time Operation

Visual Feedback

Explains the status indicated by LEDs on the adaptor panel.

Audible Feedback

Describes the sounds the mount makes during initialization and operation.

What Is AutoHoming?

Homing the Mount Using the Joystick

Step-by-step guide to initiating the homing process with the joystick.

Homing Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common issues encountered during mount homing.

Connecting the Paramount ME to Your Computer

Quick Start for Experienced Users

A rapid guide for users familiar with telescope operation.

Homing the Mount Using TheSky6 Professional Edition

How to home the mount using the TheSky6 software.

Balance the System

Balance Knobs

Explains the function and use of balance knobs for axis adjustment.

Disengaging the Worm

Procedure for disengaging the worm gear for balancing.

Initial Polar Alignment

Altitude Adjustment

How to adjust the mount's altitude for polar alignment.

Azimuth Adjustment

How to adjust the mount's azimuth for polar alignment.

Precise Polar Alignment

Polar Alignment Using TPoint

Using TPoint software for accurate polar alignment calculations.

Telescope Mapping and Polar Alignment Procedure

Steps for mapping celestial objects for alignment.

Periodic Error Correction (PEC)

Recording the Periodic Error

Process for recording periodic error data for correction.

The Periodic Error Correction Tab

Details the options available in the PEC tab of the software.

Curve Fit: Smoothing the PEC Table

How to smooth recorded PEC data for better accuracy.

The First Night

Quick Start

A concise guide to setting up and operating the mount on the first night.

Synchronizing the Paramount ME

Best Synchronization Practices

Tips for achieving accurate telescope synchronization.

Performing a Telescope Synchronization

Making Sure Synchronization Is Correct

Synchronization Checklist

Key points to verify for correct mount synchronization.

Starting Synchronization Over

Steps to reset and re-synchronize the mount.

Using ProTrack™

Getting Started with ProTrack

Initial steps and requirements for using ProTrack for improved tracking.

Tracking Satellites

To Track a Satellite

How to configure the mount and software to track celestial satellites.

DirectGuide™

To Enable DirectGuide

Instructions for enabling DirectGuide for autoguiding without extra cables.

Troubleshooting Mount Operation

Appendix A: Preparing the Paramount ME Pier

Paramount ME Adapter Plate Specifications

Details on the adapter plates for mounting the ME to a pier.

Appendix C: Updating the Control Software (Firmware)

To determine your mount’s firmware version

Steps to check the current firmware version of the mount.

Appendix E: USB Driver Installation and Use

USB Driver Installation

Guide to installing the necessary USB drivers for computer control.

To Install the MKS 4000 USB Drivers

Step-by-step instructions for installing the MKS 4000 USB drivers.

Appendix F: FCC Compliance Statement

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