Software Bisque Paramount ME - Unpacking the Paramount ME

Paramount ME User’s Guide
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 Integrated equatorial wedge design that accommodates latitude adjustment from 15
to 58 degrees.
 Integrated rotating base allows calibrated azimuth adjustment without affecting
altitude.
 Integrated altitude scale to provide an accurate altitude starting point for polar
alignment.
 Eight-inch right ascension bearing and six-inch declination provide maximum
stability.
 Overall structural design makes the Paramount ME extremely rigid, even with very
heavy payloads.
Optional Accessories
 TheSky Pocket Edition
 TheSky Pocket Edition with Pocket TPoint
 PrecisionPEC™ can be used to accurately determine the Paramount ME’s periodic
error (under virtually any seeing conditions) to generate an optimal periodic error
correction curve for your mount.
 AutomaDome dome control software
 Integrated precision bubble level
 Counterweight shaft extension bar for balancing ultra-heavy payloads
 Latitude Adjustment Wedge for use below 15 degrees and above 58 degrees latitude
 Pier to Wedge Adaptor Plate for mounting the Paramount ME to an existing pier
(heavy duty and lightweight models)
 Electronic panel covers/Balance knob covers (future)
 Software Bisque Paramount ME permanent piers
Unpacking the Paramount ME
We recommend you become familiar with the components of the Paramount ME before
attempting to assemble and use the instrument. Although we have taken many steps to
ensure ease-of-use, there are several critical steps that must be followed to achieve optimal
performance.
Software Bisque has made every effort to ensure that your new mount arrives just the way
it left our facilities: fully operational and ready to use. We want your first experience to be
as enjoyable as the hours you’ll spend using it under the night sky. Please inspect all
boxes for damage of any kind. If you notice anything peculiar, make detailed notes before
opening the packages (we recommend photographing or video recording the unopened
packages if there is any apparent damage).
After very carefully reading this section, remove all components from the packing boxes
and check to make sure they are in good order. Also compare the contents with the
following packing list.
Please note that the Paramount ME comes fully assembled. In general, you should not
have to dissemble any component of the Paramount ME mount before using it. If you
think you need to disassemble any component of the mount, for any reason, please contact
Software Bisque before doing so.