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ZWO ASIAIR PRO User Manual

ZWO ASIAIR PRO
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ASIAIR PRO
2020.07
User Manual
V1.2

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ZWO ASIAIR PRO Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandZWO
ModelASIAIR PRO
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Overview

Features

Details the physical and functional aspects of the ASIAIR PRO device, including materials, dimensions, and design.

Preparation

Instructions before first use, covering SD card installation, dovetail plate tightness, and handling warnings.

Device Components and Indicators

Device Component

Identifies and lists the physical ports, buttons, and indicators on the ASIAIR PRO unit.

Indicators

Explains the meaning of LED status lights for TF Card, Power, and WiFi, detailing their functions and states.

Initial Setup

Connections

Data Cable Connections

Details how to connect main cameras, guide cameras, and mounts using USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports.

Power Cable Connections

Explains ASIAIR PRO's power requirements and how to connect power sources and output to accessories.

Network Connection

Mount Connection via Cables

Connecting RS-232

Guides on connecting equatorial mounts using RS-232 to USB adapters.

Direct USB Connection to Mount

Instructions for connecting mounts that support direct USB connection to ASIAIR PRO.

EQMod with EQDir Cable

Details on using EQMod systems with an EQDir cable for mount control.

Mount Connection via Network

Connecting via WiFi

Explains connecting mounts with built-in or external WiFi modules to ASIAIR PRO.

Network Cable Connection

Steps for connecting Vixen StarBook series mounts via RJ45 Ethernet cable.

DSLR Camera Connection

ASIAIR App

Homepage

Overview of the ASIAIR App's main interface, including menu bars and information displays.

Base Configuration

Covers network settings, hotspot customization, and WiFi station mode configuration.

Main Camera Settings

Details on selecting and configuring the main camera, including gain, cooling, and advanced settings.

Guide Camera Settings

Instructions for connecting and setting up the guide camera, including focal length and dithering options.

Telescope Settings

Configuration for mount connection, geographic location, and time synchronization.

Filter Wheel Settings

Customizing filter wheel positions, naming filters, and recalibrating wheel positions.

Focuser Settings

Adjusting focuser parameters, sending it to specific positions, and enabling beep functionality.

Storage Settings

Managing image storage location between SD card and external USB memory stick.

Guiding

Mount Control Panel

Additional Tools

Quick Start Guide to Imaging

Focusing

Step-by-step guide to achieving sharp focus with the main camera by adjusting focus until stars are clear.

Polar Alignment

Process for aligning the telescope mount accurately with the celestial pole for astrophotography.

GoTo and Preview

Selecting celestial targets and previewing images after mount alignment and GoTo execution.

Live Stacking

Feature for automated real-time stacking of images to enhance faint object visibility.

Autorun

Creating and managing automated shooting schedules, including exposure, frames, and delays.

Appendix

Export Image File

Instructions for transferring images from the TF card or USB disk to a PC for post-processing.

Software Updates

Information on how ASIAIR PRO checks for and installs firmware and app updates.

ASIAIR OS Restore

Guidance on restoring the ASIAIR operating system on the SD card if issues arise.

Security Essentials

Covers environmental conditions and operational safety guidelines for using ASIAIR PRO.

Disclaimer

Important notes regarding product usage, user responsibility, and potential risks.

After Sales Support

Details on warranty service, maintenance, and contact information for support.

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