6.2.8. Enter R.A. DEC
Here you can go to a target by entering its R.A. and DEC numbers.
6.3. Sync to Target
This operation will match the telescope's current coordinates to Target Right Ascension and Declination. After slew to an object, press
“Sync to Target” will only work after “Select and slew” is performed. Otherwise, the system may perform incorrectly. You can change the slewing speed to make the centering procedure easier. Simply press a number (1 through 9) to change the speed. The default slew speed is 64X.
“Sync to Target” does the same thing as one star alignment except that you choose the object to “sync” to. One star alignment chooses the star/object for you.
6.4. Electric Focuser
If you have an electric focuser in your system and it is supported by GOTONOVA, use this option to adjust the focuser. Use ◄► for coarse tuning and ▼▲ for fine tuning.
Refer to your Electric Focuser operation manual for detailed instruction.
6.5. Set Up Controller
6.5.1. Set Up Local Time
Refer to 4.2.2.
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6.5.2. Set Up Site
Refer to 4.2.1.
6.5.3. Set N/S Hemisphere
Set north or south 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
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
Although MiniTower Pro is an Alt/Azi mount the controller can be used for either Equatorial Mount or Alt/Azi Mount. This command changes between the two positons (EQ and AltAz).
6.5.10. Reset All
Reset all settings to factory default data.