iOptron IEQ45TM Complete Functions of Go2NovaTM Hand Controller, Slew to an Object

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5. Complete Functions of Go2NovaTM Hand Controller

5.1. Slew to an Object

Press the MENU button. From the main menu select “Select and Slew.” Select an object that you would like to observe and press the ENTER key.

The Go2NovaTM 8407 hand controller has a database of about 358,000 objects. Use the ► or ◄ buttons to move the cursor. Use the number buttons to enter the number, or the ▼ or ▲ buttons to change the individual number. Hold on a button to fast scroll through the list. The “” indicates the object is above the horizon, and a cross mark “” means it is below the horizon. In some catalogs those stars below the horizon will not display on the hand controller.

5.1.1. Solar System

There are 9 objects in the Solar system catalog.

5.1.2. Deep Sky Objects

This menu includes objects outside our Solar system such as galaxies, star clusters, quasars, and nebulae.

•Named Objects: consists of 60 deep sky objects with their common names. A list of named deep sky objects is included in Appendix E.

•Messier Catalog: consists of all 110 Messier objects.

•NGC IC Catalog: consists of 7,840 objects in NGC catalog and 5,386 objects in IC catalog. To select an object from NGC or IC catalog, move the cursor to NGC, using▲ or ▼ button to toggle between NGC and IC. Then move the cursor to a numerical position and use the number button to select the object.

•UGC Catalog: consists of 12,921 objects.

•MCG Catalog: consists of 30,642 objects.

•Caldwell Catalog: consists of 109 objects.

•Abell Catalog: consists of 4,076 objects.

•Herschel Catalog: consists of 400 objects.

5.1.3.Stars:

•Named Stars: consists of 195 stars with their common names. They are listed alphabetically. A list is included in Appendix E.

•Binary Stars: consists of 210 binary stars. A list is attached in Appendix E.

•GCVS Variable Stars: consists of 38,528 GCVS variable stars. They are listed numerically.

•SAO Catalog: consists of 258,997 SAO catalog objects. They are listed numerically.

5.1.4.Constellations

This catalog consists of 88 modern constellations with their names. They are listed alphabetically. A list is attached in Appendix E.

5.1.5. Comets

This catalog contains 15 comets.

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Contents SmartStar iEQ45TM Table of Content Ioptron TWO Year TELESCOPE, MOUNT, and Controller Warranty Features IEQ45TM OverviewIEQ45TM Assembly Parts ListAssembly Terms Alignment Peg Tripod Spreader Tripod Leg Leg Lock ScrewIEQ45 Ports IntroductionIEQ45 Assembly Set Latitude Adjustment Knob Attach the iEQ45 Mount Attach Dovetail Adapter Polar axis adjustments Quick polar axis alignment Install Counterweights Balance the mount in DEC axis Zero position Go2NovaTM 8407 Hand Controller Key DescriptionLCD Screen PECPage Setup the Mount and Polar Alignment Setting Up the Hand ControllerSet Up Time and Site Getting StartedLocal Time Set Turn Off the Mount Initial Star AlignmentGo to the Moon and Other Stars Star Identifying FunctionPage Complete Functions of Go2NovaTM Hand Controller Slew to an ObjectSet Up Controller Sync to TargetElectric Focuser Set Anti-backlash Meridian TreatmentAlign Disp R.A Axis Error Three Star AlignmentTest Backlash PEC Option Pole Star PositionPEC Playback Record PECSet Tracking Rate Set User ObjectsSystem Self-Test Guide Options Set Slewing RatePark Scope Set Guider RateTo Zero Position Balance TestMaintenance and Servicing MaintenanceIOptron Customer Service Battery Replacement and Disposal InstructionsAppendix A. Technical Specifications GPSAppendix B. Go2NovaTM 8407 HC Menu Structure Page Appendix C. Firmware Upgrade Appendix D. Computer Control an iEQ45 Mount Appendix E. Go2NovaTM Star List Messier CatalogNamed Star List Modern Constellations Deep Sky Object List Double Star List SAO Atik Ioptron TWO Year TELESCOPE, MOUNT, and Controller Warranty
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