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iOptron 8600, 8602, 8603 and 8604 Operate SmartStar CubeTM-Amount in EQ Mode, mode

Models: 8603 and 8604 8602 8600

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5. Operate SmartStar® CubeTM-A mount in EQ Mode

5. Operate SmartStar® CubeTM-A mount in EQ Mode

The SmartStar can precisely track a celestial object while in the alt-az position. The integrated wedge of an A-series telescope allows the telescope to be operated in an equatorial mode, which is a great option for those who want get familiar with the EQ operation.

Please Note: the Park Position of an EQ mode is different from that of an A/A

mode.

Follow the steps below to change the mount from A/A mode to EQ mode:

R.A. Axis (azi axle)

DEC Axis (alt axle)

north-facing tripod leg

1.Make sure that the tripod is leveled while in A/A mode.

2.Align the north-facing tripod leg to the north.

3.Raise the wedge by loosen the tilt locks, until its tilt angle approximately equals to the observation site latitude;

4.Replace the ALT lock with counterweight shaft if a counterweight is needed.

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iOptron 8600, 8602, 8603 and 8604 instruction manual Operate SmartStar CubeTM-Amount in EQ Mode, mode

Contents

SmartStarCubeTM-ASeries Mount and Telescopes For 8600, 8602, 8603 and Instruction ManualTable of Content NEVER USE A TELESCOPE TO LOOK AT THE SUN 32-ChannelGPS Module 1.1. SmartStar CubeTM-ASeries Features1. SmarStar CubeTM-ASeries Overview GoToNova Computerized Control SystemFor Model 8602 SmartStar CubeTM-AR80 Package Contents1USB Port For Model 8603 SmartStar CubeTM-AN1141.2. Assembly Terms 11 12Step 1. Preparing the Tripod 2. Telescope AssemblyStep 3a. Installing Batteries not included Step 2. Attaching the MountStep 5. Plug in hand controller and AC adaptor Switchthe battery underneath adaptorDiagonal switchFor 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain#8504………………………………… Eyepiece3. GoToNova 8401 Hand Controller 3.1.Key Description3.2.The LCD Screen 4.1. Level and Align the Mount 4.2. Setting Up the Mount4. Getting Started 4.1.1. Level the Mount4.2.1. Set Up Local Time and Site Info 4.2.2. Set Mount Type 4.2.3. Set Anti-backlash Focusing Telescope 4.2.4. Using your telescope4.2.5.Go to the Moon Selecting an Eyepiece4.3. Turn Off the Mount 4.2.6. Initial Star Alignment5. Operate SmartStar CubeTM-Amount in EQ Mode mode9.Turn off the mount power 6.2. Slew to an Object 6. Use SmartStar CubeTM-ATelescopes6.1. Manual Operation of a Telescope 6.2.1. Planets, Sun, Moon6.2.4. Asteroids 6.3. Sync to Target6.4. Electric Focuser 6.2.5.Stars6.5.2.Set Up Site 6.5. Set Up Controller6.5.1.Set Up Local Time 6.5.10. Reset All6.5.13.Set Language 6.6.4.Dis R.A axis error6.6. Align 6.6.1. One Star Align6.9. User Object List 6.8. Set Up Tracking6.7. PEC Option 6.10. Auto Guide7. Maintenance and Servicing 7.1. Maintenance7.2. Storage and Transport 7.3. Troubleshooting 7.4.iOptron Customer Service daytime telephone number. The great majority of servicing issues can be resolved by telephone, avoiding return of the telescope to the factory Refractor Telescope Appendix A. Technical SpecificationsSmartStar CubeTM-AGOTO Mount Newtonian Reflector TelescopeAppendix B. GoToNova 8401 HC MENU STRUCTURE Set Up Controller Set Up Local Time Set Up Site ID No Appendix C. GoToNova Star ListGoToNova Deep Sky Object List OBJECTLagoon Nebula Messier Wikipedia article List of Messier objectsAbbreviation Modern ConstellationsConstellation ConstellationGoToNova Named Star List GoToNova Double Star List NameAppendix D. Set Up USB-PCConnection 2.Install CP210x usb2com driverSelect “I accept the terms of license agreement”, and click “Next” When finished installation, click “Finish” 4.Install the HardwareSelect “No, not this time” and click “Next” Select “Install from a list or specific location” and click “Next” Page Click “Hardware”, click “Device Manager” Page Appendix E. Firmware Upgrade 2.Double click and open “iOptron Downloader”Click “Open Data File”, and select appropriate “.bin” file that matches your hand controller, and click “Open”. Select “Main Program” ONLY in Update Type Typical Errors Appendix F. Use a PC to Control an iOptron Mount