iOptron MiniTower Pro IOptron Customer Service, Star Alignment accuracy Goto accuracy

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(4)Check the hand controller cord. Unplug it and re-plug into the other HBX port.

2.Error Message “Warning! Can not communicate with DEC motor controller.”

(1)Check the hand controller cord. Unplug it and re-plug into another HBX port.

(2)Check the power supply, which include:

• Using the battery? Is the battery fresh? How long it has been used? (frequent slew and GOTO will deplete battery power very quickly)

• Using AC or DC adapter? Check the plugs to the mount and to the power outlet.

• Using extension cord? Make sure the cord is in good condition. Power drop along the extension cord was known to cause the problem. Also check all the plugs and connections.

3.The object is jumping up and down in the eyepiece or over-slewed, and other unexpected slew behavior or movement.

(1)Use most updated firmware.

(2)Set backlash to 0 in both DEC and

RA.

(3)Check the power supply, which include:

• Using the battery? Is the battery fresh? How long it has been used? (frequent slew and GOTO will deplete battery power very quickly)

• Using AC or DC adapter? Check the plugs to the mount and to the power outlet.

• Using extension cord? Make sure the cord is in good condition. Power drop along the extension cord was known to cause the problem. Also check all the plugs and connections.

(4)System balancing.

4.Star Alignment accuracy; GOTO accuracy

(1)Leveling (very important).

(2)Site information (minutes ahead or behind UT, DST).

(3)System balancing.

(4)Use most updated firmware.

(5)Select right mount type (A/A).

(6)Set backlash to 0 in both DEC and RA.

(7)Check the power supply, which include:

• Using the battery? Is the battery fresh? How long it has been used? (frequent slew and GOTO will deplete battery power very quickly)

• Using AC or DC adapter? Check the plugs to the mount and to the power outlet.

• Using extension cord? Make sure the cord is in good condition. Power drop along the extension cord was known to cause the problem. Also check all the plugs and connections.

7.3. iOptron Customer Service

If you have a question concerning your MiniTower Pro contact the iOptron Customer Service Department. Customer Service hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. In the unlikely event that the MiniTower Pro requires factory servicing or repairs, write or call the iOptron Customer Service Department first to receive an RMA# before returning the telescope to the factory. Please provide details as to the nature of the problem as well as your name, address, and daytime telephone number. We have found that most problems can be resolved by telephone. So please call first to avoid returning the telescope for repair. Call toll free in the U.S. 866.399.4587 or 1.781.569.0200. It is also strongly suggested that to send technical questions to support@ioptron.com .

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Contents SmartStar MiniTower ProTM Table of Content Go to the MoonNever USE a Telescope to Look AT the SUN Lbs of Payload MiniTower ProTM FeaturesMiniTower ProTM Overview Extremely PortableAccurate Goto and Tracking MiniTower Pro in an aluminum caseAdditional Unique Features MiniTower Pro with dual scope setupMiniTower ProTM Components1 Shown in the pictureMiniTower ProTM Assembly MiniTower Pro Assembly#4 Rod #3 Knob OTA Mounting and Balancing This step is for attaching a second scopeOperate a MiniTower Pro on Batteries Gotonovatm 8401 Hand Controller Key DescriptionLCD Screen Connection to a ComputerLevel and Align the Mount Setting Up the MountGetting Started Initial PositionsSet Up Time Zone Press ENTER. Scroll down and select Set up siteSet Mount Type Set Up Daylight Saving TimeSet Anti-backlash Manual Operation of a Telescope Use the MiniTower ProTurn Off the Mount Go to the MoonSlew to an Object Sync to Target Set Up ControllerElectric Focuser Align PEC OptionMaintenance and Servicing IOptron Customer Service Star Alignment accuracy Goto accuracyAppendix A. Technical Specifications GPSAppendix B. Gotonovatm 8401 HC Menu Structure MenuPage Appendix C. Gotonovatm Star List Gotonova Deep Sky Object List5373 Modern Constellations Gotonova Named Star List Gotonova Double Star List Appendix D. Set Up USB-PC Connection Page 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 Appendix G. RS-232 Command Set Command GS# Response HHMMSS.S# Command Gt# Response sDD*MMSS#Command GL# Response HHMMSS.S# Command GR# Response HHMMSS.S#Command RG# Response none Command Qn# Qs# Qe# Qw# Response noneCommand Q# Response none Command RC# Response noneCommand F+# F-# FF# FS# FQ# Response none Command Sr HHMMSS.S# ResponseCommand Sd sDD*MMSS# Response Command F1# F2# F3# F4# Response noneCommand SE?# Response ‘0’,’1’ Command SGS0#,SGS1#,SGS2#,SGS3# Response noneCommand GGS# Response ‘0’,’1’,2,’3’ Command GAM# Response ‘0’,’1’, ‘2’Ioptron TWO Year TELESCOPE, MOUNT, and Controller Warranty