iOptron 8602, 8600, 8603 and 8604 instruction manual

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5.Align the altitude axle (with or without counterweight) that is pointing straight down, in line with the north-facing tripod leg. This can be done by either loosen the azimuth lock (10) or turn the mount using left or right arrow key. The altitude axle will served as the DEC axis of the EQ mode.

6.Mount the OTA onto the mount and align its optical axis parallel to the azimuth axle of the mount. This can be done by either loosen the altitude lock (4) or turn the mount using up or down arrow key. The azimuth axle will served as the R.A. axis of the EQ mode.

7.Adjust the tilt. Find Polaris in your finder scope and/or your telescope eyepiece. Center it. Lock the tilt into position.

8.In the main menu of your hand controller, select “Set Up Controller”, then select “Set Mount Type”, and select Equatorial mode.

9.Turn off the mount power.

Now your SmartStar-A mount is set at the park position of an EQ mode and is ready to observe.

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Contents SmartStarCubeTM-A Series Mount and Telescopes Table of Content Never USE a Telescope to Look AT the SUN SmarStar CubeTM-A Series Overview SmartStar CubeTM-A Series FeaturesFor Model 8602 SmartStar CubeTM-A R80 Assembly Terms Preparing the Tripod Telescope AssemblyDo not plug non-iOptron accessories into the unit to For 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain #8504………………………………… Key Description GoToNova 8401 Hand ControllerLCD Screen Level the Mount Setting Up the MountGetting Started Level and Align the MountPress ENTER. Select Set Up Local Time Set Up Local Time and Site InfoDo not Count Daylight Saving Time Set Mount TypeScroll down and select Set anti-backlash Set Anti-backlashGo to the Moon Using your telescopeInitial Star Alignment Turn Off the MountOperate SmartStar CubeTM-A mount in EQ Mode Page Manual Operation of a Telescope Use SmartStar CubeTM-A TelescopesSlew to an Object Electric Focuser Sync to TargetSet Up Controller One Star Align Three-Star Align Dis R.A axis errorAlign Set LanguageAuto Guide Set Up TrackingPEC Option User Object ListMaintenance Maintenance and ServicingStorage and Transport Cannot seem to focus No image appears in the eyepiece TroubleshootingIOptron Customer Service Page Newtonian Reflector Telescope Appendix A. Technical SpecificationsSmartStar CubeTM-A Goto Mount Refractor TelescopeMenu Appendix B. GoToNova 8401 HC Menu StructurePage GoToNova Deep Sky Object List Appendix C. GoToNova Star List5373 Messier Modern Constellations GoToNova Named Star List GoToNova Double Star List Install CP210x usb2com driver Appendix D. Set Up USB-PC ConnectionPage When finished installation, click Finish Page Page Page Page Appendix E. Firmware Upgrade Page Typical Errors Appendix F. Use a PC to Control an iOptron Mount

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8603 and 8604, 8602, 8600 specifications

The iOptron 8604, 8602, 8603, and 8600 series are innovative telescopes designed to enhance the stargazing and astrophotography experience for both amateur astronomers and seasoned enthusiasts. Each model in this series boasts distinct features and advanced technologies, making them suitable for a variety of applications in the field of astronomy.

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