iOptron 8602, 8600, 8603 and 8604 instruction manual Set Up Controller

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6.5. Set Up Controller

6.5.1.Set Up Local Time

Refer to 4.2.1.

6.5.2.Set Up Site

Refer to 4.2.1.

6.5.3. Set N/S Hemisphere

Set northern or southern hemisphere.

6.5.4. Set Display Contrast

Use arrow keys to adjust LCD display contrast.

6.5.5. Set Eyepiece Light

If you have an illuminated-reticule eyepiece or illuminated polar scope, and it is supported by GoToNova hand controller-- use this option to adjust the light intensity.

6.5.6. Set Backlight

Adjust LCD and keypad backlight.

6.5.7. Set Anti-backlash

Use Array Keys to move the cursor and Number Keys to change the number. 0 is suggested for Alt/Azi mount. For an EQ mount, the default setting is 150 for both DEC and R.A.

6.5.8. Set Key Beep

Turn the key beep on/off.

6.5.9. Set Mount Type

Set the mount as Equator Mount or Alt/Azi Mount.

6.5.10. Reset All

Reset all settings to factory default data.

6.5.11. Update Firmware

Firmware updating using iOptron Downloader through USB port on hand controller. (Refer to Appendix E.)

6.5.12. Set gear ratio

Not supported.

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Contents SmartStarCubeTM-A Series Mount and Telescopes Table of Content Never USE a Telescope to Look AT the SUN SmartStar CubeTM-A Series Features SmarStar CubeTM-A Series OverviewFor Model 8602 SmartStar CubeTM-A R80 Assembly Terms Telescope Assembly Preparing the TripodDo not plug non-iOptron accessories into the unit to For 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain #8504………………………………… GoToNova 8401 Hand Controller Key DescriptionLCD Screen Level and Align the Mount Setting Up the MountGetting Started Level the MountSet Up Local Time and Site Info Press ENTER. Select Set Up Local TimeSet Mount Type Do not Count Daylight Saving TimeSet Anti-backlash Scroll down and select Set anti-backlashUsing your telescope Go to the MoonTurn Off the Mount Initial Star AlignmentOperate SmartStar CubeTM-A mount in EQ Mode Page Manual Operation of a Telescope Use SmartStar CubeTM-A TelescopesSlew to an Object Sync to Target Electric FocuserSet Up Controller Set Language Three-Star Align Dis R.A axis errorAlign One Star AlignUser Object List Set Up TrackingPEC Option Auto GuideMaintenance Maintenance and ServicingStorage and Transport Troubleshooting Cannot seem to focus No image appears in the eyepieceIOptron Customer Service Page Refractor Telescope Appendix A. Technical SpecificationsSmartStar CubeTM-A Goto Mount Newtonian Reflector TelescopeAppendix B. GoToNova 8401 HC Menu Structure MenuPage Appendix C. GoToNova Star List GoToNova Deep Sky Object List5373 Messier Modern Constellations GoToNova Named Star List GoToNova Double Star List Appendix D. Set Up USB-PC Connection Install CP210x usb2com driverPage 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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