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iOptron 8603 and 8604, 8600 USB Port, Package Contents1, For Model 8602 SmartStar CubeTM-AR80

Models: 8603 and 8604 8602 8600

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Most light weight (<7lbs) Optical Tube Assembles (OTAs) with dovetail connection should be compatible with the SmartStar® CubeTM-A GOTO AltAzi mount. If you do not have a dovetail connection -- attach your OTA using mounting rings and dovetail available at your local telescope store or the OTA manufacturer. Contact iOptron for expert’s advice on compatibility issues.

USB Port

The 8401 hand controller equipped with a USB port that tremendously expands the functionalities of the already powerful system. With the USB2COM driver installed, the USB port works as an RS232 serial port. It supports firmware upgrades and computer control. With ASCOM protocol, you can control your telescope with most ASCOM compatible software. This enables you to utilize the CPU, large screen, and disk space of your PC/laptop. With a wide selection of software, your star gazing experience will never be the same again.

Package Contents1

(1)SmartStar® CubeTM-A Mount with built-in GPS receiver (Models 8600, 8602, 8603 and 8604)

(1)GoToNova® Hand Controller (Part No. 8401)

(1)Controller Cable

(1)USB Cable

(1)Tripod with wedge

(1)Tripod bolt and Tray Lock

(1)Tripod Tray

(1)AC adapter with cord

For Model 8602 (SmartStar® CubeTM-A R80)

(1)80mm Refractor Telescope

(2)Eyepieces (10mm & 25mm)

(1)3X Barlow Lens

(1)45º Diagonal

For Model 8603 (SmartStar® CubeTM-A N114)

(1)114mm Newtonian Reflector Telescope

(2)Eyepieces (10mm & 25mm)

(1) Red Dot Finderscope

For Model 8604 (SmartStar® CubeTM-A MC90)

(1)90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Reflector Telescope

(2)Eyepieces (10mm & 25mm)

(1)Red Dot Finderscope

(1)45º Diagonal

1The contents may vary from batch to batch.

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iOptron 8603 and 8604, 8600 instruction manual USB Port, Package Contents1, For Model 8602 SmartStar CubeTM-AR80

Contents

For 8600, 8602, 8603 and Instruction Manual SmartStarCubeTM-ASeries Mount and TelescopesTable of Content NEVER USE A TELESCOPE TO LOOK AT THE SUN 1. SmarStar CubeTM-ASeries Overview 1.1. SmartStar CubeTM-ASeries Features32-ChannelGPS Module GoToNova Computerized Control SystemUSB Port Package Contents1For Model 8602 SmartStar CubeTM-AR80 For Model 8603 SmartStar CubeTM-AN11411 12 1.2. Assembly TermsStep 3a. Installing Batteries not included 2. Telescope AssemblyStep 1. Preparing the Tripod Step 2. Attaching the Mountthe battery underneath SwitchStep 5. Plug in hand controller and AC adaptor adaptorFor 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain#8504………………………………… switchDiagonal Eyepiece3.1.Key Description 3. GoToNova 8401 Hand Controller3.2.The LCD Screen 4. Getting Started 4.2. Setting Up the Mount4.1. Level and Align the Mount 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 4.2.5.Go to the Moon 4.2.4. Using your telescopeFocusing Telescope Selecting an Eyepiece4.2.6. Initial Star Alignment 4.3. Turn Off the Mountmode 5. Operate SmartStar CubeTM-Amount in EQ Mode9.Turn off the mount power 6.1. Manual Operation of a Telescope 6. Use SmartStar CubeTM-ATelescopes6.2. Slew to an Object 6.2.1. Planets, Sun, Moon6.4. Electric Focuser 6.3. Sync to Target6.2.4. Asteroids 6.2.5.Stars6.5.1.Set Up Local Time 6.5. Set Up Controller6.5.2.Set Up Site 6.5.10. Reset All6.6. Align 6.6.4.Dis R.A axis error6.5.13.Set Language 6.6.1. One Star Align6.7. PEC Option 6.8. Set Up Tracking6.9. User Object List 6.10. Auto Guide7.2. Storage and Transport 7. Maintenance and Servicing7.1. Maintenance 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 SmartStar CubeTM-AGOTO Mount Appendix A. Technical SpecificationsRefractor Telescope Newtonian Reflector TelescopeAppendix B. GoToNova 8401 HC MENU STRUCTURE Set Up Controller Set Up Local Time Set Up Site GoToNova Deep Sky Object List Appendix C. GoToNova Star ListID No OBJECTLagoon Nebula Wikipedia article List of Messier objects MessierConstellation Modern ConstellationsAbbreviation ConstellationGoToNova Named Star List Name GoToNova Double Star List2.Install CP210x usb2com driver Appendix D. Set Up USB-PCConnectionSelect “I accept the terms of license agreement”, and click “Next” Select “No, not this time” and click “Next” When finished installation, click “Finish”4.Install the Hardware Select “Install from a list or specific location” and click “Next” Page Click “Hardware”, click “Device Manager” Page 2.Double click and open “iOptron Downloader” Appendix E. Firmware UpgradeClick “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