Part II: Getting Started
5
Install the mount’s head on the base so the three threads [shown by arrows in
(
Fig. 2
)
] are
aligned with the three screws on the base [shown by arrows in
(
Fig. 1
)
].
Tight the three screws from the base onto the head threads [shown by an arrow in
(
Fig. 3
)
].
Be sure the head is secure onto the base.
If not done yet, please install 8xAA cells inside the box located on the external side of the
mount’s arm. To open the box, gently lift the panel with one finger. Please note the cell
holder gets place for 4xAA cells on one side, and 4xAA more on the other side. Please insert
the cells with right polarity. When done close the panel
(
Fig. 4
)
.
To install a telescope, loosen the handle screw
(
Fig. 5.2
)
until you can slide the telescope
dovetail bar
(
Fig. 5.1
)
inside the bracket. Once inserted, tighten the handle screw
(
Fig. 5.2
)
until the dovetail bar on the telescope tube is securely fastened on the mount. Adjust the
clutch knob
(
Fig. 6
)
to obtain a locking force enabling the main tube to be pushed manually
while staying steady once released.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
To install the camera instead of the telescope,
please refer to chapter “Terrestrial Photography”.
Connectors description:
1: ON / OFF switch
2: Snap connector for camera shutter release
3: external power 12V DC input
4: RJ12 hand controller connection port
