iOptron G-R80, G-MC90, G-N114 Getting Started, Level and Align the Mount, Setting Up the Mount

4. Getting Started

In order to experience the full GOTO capability of GOTONOVA technology, it is very important to set up the mount correctly before observation.

4.1. Level and Align the Mount

4.1.1. Level the Mount.

Leveling is critical for a good GOTO and tracking accuracy.

Level the mount by observing the bubble (shown) on the base of the mount by adjusting tripod legs. The bubble should be in the center of the circle. It is also recommended to use additional levelers (such as a torpedo leveler) to assure precise leveling. Turn the mount around by pressing ► or ◄ button to make sure it is always leveled.

4.1.2. Initial Positions

Each time the mount is turned on, the default position is Park Position, i.e.,its altitude is 90º0.0’ and azimuth is 180º0.0’, which means the “SOUTH” mark is pointing to south and the telescope is pointing straight up at the zenith. To set the Park Position, you can do one of the following:

2) Up

sure the mount is leveled. Then turn the mount power on.

or

2.Turn the mount power on. Press the SPEED button to select a slew speed (MAX for fast slew and 2X for fine tuning). Turn the SOUTH mark pointing to south using ► or ◄ button. An additional compass may be needed. Rotate the telescope point to the zenith using ▲ or ▼ button. A torpedo level may help. Then turn the mount power off and turn it on. Or you can press MENU, scroll down to “Set Telescope Coord.”, press ENTER. The default number is “Alt: 90º00.0’ and Azi: 180º00.0’”. Press ENTER to complete the initialization.

4.2. Setting Up the Mount

ASmartStar-G is equipped with a GPS receiver,

which will receive the local time, longitude

and latitude information from

a satellite after the link is established. However, manual input is still needed for time zone and Daylight Saving setting.

A clear sky outside is needed for GPS to communicate well with the satellites.

1) South Alt lock (#4)

1.Align the mount to south by turning the mount so that the South mark facing south. An additional compass is needed. Unlock the altitude lock (#4) and rotate the telescope to point straight up at the Zenith. A torpedo level may help. Make

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4.2.1. Set Up Time and Site

Press MENU button, from the main menu, scroll down and select “Set up controller”

Select and slew

Land Objects

Sync. to target

Electronic focuser

Set up controller

Align

User Object List

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