Vixen SkySensor 2000 User Manual

Vixen North America

Vixen SkySensor 2000 Specifications

General

Type	Go-To Controller
Alignment	2-star alignment
Display	LCD
Communication Port	RS-232
Go-To Accuracy	High-precision Go-To functionality
Compatibility	Vixen Mounts
Power	12V DC
Mount Compatibility	Vixen GP, GP-DX, and others
Power Requirements	12V DC

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.2 About Setting Up

Provides essential information and steps for setting up the SkySensor.

1.3 About the Power Source

Details the power source requirements and considerations for the SkySensor.

Chapter 2 Getting Started

2.1 Using SkySensor for the First Time

Guides new users through the initial setup and operation of the SkySensor.

2.1.1 Setting Date, Time, and Location

2.1.2 Connecting to a Mount

2.1.3 Testing the Motors

2.2.3 Automatic GOTO Function

Utilising the Go-To function for automatic slewing to objects.

2.3.1 About the Alignment

2.3.8 For Better Pointing Accuracy

Chapter 4 Command Keys

4.3 GOTO Key : Slew to Objects

Instructions for using the GOTO key to move the telescope to objects.

4.4 ALIGN Key : Telescope Alignment

Function of the ALIGN key for performing telescope alignment.

4.7 SETUP Key : Setting Parameters

Accessing and adjusting various operational parameters with the SETUP key.

4.7.1 Selecting the Setup Number

4.7.3 Telescope Configuration Category

Motor Speed Menu

Object Selection Category

4.8 STORE Key : Storing Objects

Chapter 5 For Best Performance

5.1 For Better Pointing Accuracy

Techniques and factors influencing optimal telescope pointing accuracy.

5.1.3 About the Alignment

Importance and methods for achieving accurate telescope alignment.

5.2 When a Precise Pointing is Required

5.6 Setting the Backlash Compensation

How to adjust backlash compensation for improved accuracy.

5.7 Aligning Polar Axis with Polar Star

Step-by-step guide for aligning the polar axis using a star.

Chapter 7 Operation Tips

[To stop motors in an emergency]

Emergency procedures for safely stopping the telescope motors.

[If you don't see the satellite]

[If the display appear stuck]

[If the telescope appears to move on its own]

[If motors stop moving]

[When something is not right]