iOptron 8506, 8507 instruction manual GoToNova 8405 Hand Controller, Key Description, LCD Screen

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3. GoToNova® 8405 Hand Controller

Figure 1. GoToNova® 8405 Hand Controller

GoToNova® 8405 hand controller (HC) is the standard controller for a SmartStar Solar 60TM GOTO telescope, as shown in Figure 1.

3.1. Key Description

•MENU: Press “MENU” to enter the Main Menu.

•BACK: Move back to the previous screen, or end/cancel current operation, such as slewing.

•ENTER: Confirm an input, go to the next menu, select a choice, slew the telescope to a selected object, or stop/start tracking.

•Arrow (▲▼►◄): Press ▲▼ buttons to move a telescope along the altitude direction, ►◄ to move a telescope along the azimuth direction. Brows the menu or move the cursor in operating menu.

•SPEED Key: To select a manual slew speed (2X, 8X, 64X, 256X, and MAX)

•Light Key (☼): Turns on/off the red LED reading light on the back of the controller.

•HELP Key: For help and display more information on an object.

•HBX (handbox) port: connect the HC to SmartStar mount using a 6-wire RJ11 cable.

3.2. The LCD Screen

The 8405 HC consists of a large 4-line LCD screen, which displays all the information as shown in Figure 2. The user interface is simple and easy to read.

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Contents SmartStar Solar 60 Goto Telescope Table of Content Ioptron ONE Year Limited Warranty SmartStar Solar 60TM Features SmarStar Solar 60TM OverviewSmartStar Solar 60TM Assembly Terms Package Contents1Telescope Assembly #10Attaching telescope LCD Screen GoToNova 8405 Hand ControllerKey Description Mount/GPS Status Using the telescope Getting StartedGetting Familiar with Telescope Imaging OrientationFocusing Telescope on a Land Object Moving the Telescope using Hand ControllerMoving the telescope Display an object on a computer screenLevel the Mount and Set Initial Position Setting Up the Hand ControllerExplore Goto and Tracking Capability Set local time Set daylight saving timeSet site coordinates Set time zoneGo to the Sun Turn Off the Mount Go to the Moon and other Celestial ObjectsComplete Functions of GoToNova Hand Controller Slew to an ObjectLand Objects Enter PositionWatch List Watch List AutoSet Display Info Set Up ControllerSync to Target Set Azi Work Mode Reset AllAlign Set Key BeepModify Star Catalog One Star AlignTwo Star Alignment User RA&DEC JD2000Add a new object Edit one dataAdd a new comet Delete one dataDelete all Reset all comets Delete one cometPark Scope Watch ListSet Telescope Coord Using Electronic Eyepiece to Capture Images IE1300 Driver InstallationExample Using Future WinJoe For Image and Video Capture Install software of Future WinJoePage Operation of Future WinJoe Page Page Storage and Transport Maintenance and ServicingMaintenance Troubleshooting Error Message Warning! Motor driver overloadedCannot seem to focus No image appears in the eyepiece Images through the eyepiece appear unfocused or distortedProduct End of Life Disposal Instructions IOptron Customer ServiceBattery Replacement and Disposal Instructions Appendix A. Technical Specifications GotonovaAppendix B. GoToNova 8405 HC Menu Structure MenuPage Appendix C. GoToNova Star List Modern ConstellationsMessier Gotonova Deep Sky Object List Page Gtonova Named Star List Gotonova Double Star List Ome For 10.8 167882 SAO Gtonova Comet List Loneos Gtonova Asteriod List Page GoToNova SAO Bright Star List Ioptron ONE Year Limited Warranty
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8507, 8506 specifications

The iOptron 8506 is a highly regarded telescope mount that has garnered attention among both amateur and professional astronomers due to its advanced features and robust performance. This precision-engineered mount is designed to offer stability, ease of use, and remarkable tracking capabilities, making it an ideal choice for astrophotography and visual astronomy alike.

At the heart of the iOptron 8506 is its innovative GoTo technology, which allows users to effortlessly locate and track celestial objects. With its built-in database containing thousands of celestial targets, including stars, planets, and deep-sky objects, the mount provides a seamless experience for users of all skill levels. The intuitive hand controller features a user-friendly interface that simplifies navigation and object selection, allowing astronomers to focus on observing rather than searching.

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