Also the more rigid the ring system is the less vibration will be noticed. Two rings
are better than one. Low profile rings are better than tall rings.
9-If you’re taking terrestrial pictures and using low powers to scan, try adding a
little extra friction. Sometimes a little extra friction reassures the mind.
10-This is your mount. Experiment with the friction system! If you have marked
or measured the balance point it’s easy to go back.
Sky Commander Installation
Note: When the Sky Commander is ordered at the same time as the DM-6 mount
head the encoders and cable are installed and tested at the factory.
The Sky Commander shelf:
The Top Shelf assembly is installed at the factory with the cable end tucked
inside the top of the Sky Commander mount. Unless otherwise requested the
shelf is mounted so the telescope will mounted on the LEFT side. The shelf may
be pulled back to allow friction adjustment.
Attach the Velcro strip to the back of the Sky Commander and to the top
shelf. Make sure the Velcro does not cover the battery compartment of the Sky
Commander. I have found that installing the Velcro in a cross works best. Place
the Velcro vertical on the shelf and horizontal on the back of the Sky
Commander.
The automatic locking pin can be adjusted by inserting a small flat blade
screwdriver in the hole at the top of one side plate near the logo. Adjust the
tension so the top plate locks when pushed all the way in and releases when
pulled out. Only slight adjustments are needed. When the spring pin is operating
properly you can hear a click as the ball locks in place.
For detailed Sky Commander operation please refer to the Sky Commander
Manual.
Setup parameters (See Sky Commander manual for details):
Hold “Up” and “Down” Arrows while powering up. Use Up/Down arrows to scroll,
Left/Right arrows to select. Use reversing arrow button to enter into memory on
each selection. CAPITAL letters mean the item is selected!
Scope Mount---DOB germn
Set Hemisphere---NORTH south
RA Direction---NORM rev (REV for Sky Commanders with white face)
DEC Direction---NORM rev (telescope mounted on left side)
RA Encoder Res---04000
DEC Encoder Res---04000
FasTrk ON/OFF---OFF on (can be on if optional external power is used)
