Congratulations on your purchase of the Celestron NexStar GPS telescope! The NexStar GPS ushers in the next generation of computer automated telescopes. The NexStar GPS series, for the first time ever in a commercial telescope, uses GPS (Global Positioning System) technology to take the guesswork and effort out of aligning and finding celestial objects in the sky. Simple and easy to use, the NexStar with its
If you are new to astronomy, you may wish to start off by using the NexStar's
Some of the many standard features of the NexStar include:
•Integrated Global Positioning System and electronic compass for hands free alignment.
•Fully enclosed optical encoders for position location.
•Ergonomically designed hand controller – built into the side of the fork arm.
•Database filter limits for creating custom object lists.
•Storage for programmable user defined objects; and
Many other high performance features!
The NexStar’s deluxe features combine with Celestron’s legendary
Take time to read through this manual before embarking on your journey through the Universe. It may take a few observing sessions to become familiar with your NexStar, so you should keep this manual handy until you have fully mastered your telescope’s operation. The NexStar hand control has
Your NexStar telescope is designed to give you years of fun and rewarding observations. However, there are a few things to consider before using your telescope that will ensure your safety and protect your equipment.
Warning
Y Never look directly at the sun with the naked eye or with a telescope (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.
Y Never use your telescope to project an image of the sun onto any surface. Internal heat
Y Never use an eyepiece solar filter or a Herschel wedge. Internal heat
Y Never leave the telescope unsupervised, either when children are present or adults who may not be familiar with the correct operating procedures of your telescope.
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