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Instruction Manual 7" LX200 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope 8", 10", and 12" LX200 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes Meade Instruments Corporation
Instruction Manual 7" LX200 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope 8", 10", and 12" LX200 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes Meade Instruments Corporation
Instruction Manual
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...Meade 8", 10", and 12" models, light enters from the right, passes through a central perforation in Meade 8", 10", and 12" Schmidt-Cassegrains having off-axis field illuminations 10% greater, aperture-for-aperture, than other Schmidt-Cassegrains utilizing standard-size primary mirrors. NOTE: Instructions...10", and 12" models include oversize 8.25", 10.375" and 12.375" primary mirrors, respectively, yielding fully illuminated fieldsof-view significantly wider than can be lost entirely, except for the use... lenses. LX200 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes now feature new baffle tube...
...Meade 8", 10", and 12" models, light enters from the right, passes through a central perforation in Meade 8", 10", and 12" Schmidt-Cassegrains having off-axis field illuminations 10% greater, aperture-for-aperture, than other Schmidt-Cassegrains utilizing standard-size primary mirrors. NOTE: Instructions...10", and 12" models include oversize 8.25", 10.375" and 12.375" primary mirrors, respectively, yielding fully illuminated fieldsof-view significantly wider than can be lost entirely, except for the use... lenses. LX200 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes now feature new baffle tube...
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... 34 d. Collimation of View 24 1. Factory Servicing and Repairs 53 Appendix F: Personal Computer Control 54 1. Miscellaneous 57 4. An Overview 5 a. Inspecting the Optics 6 4. Caution: 10" and 12" LX200 Owners 6 6. Collimation 8 5. 12" Tube Swing-Through Limits 8 6. 7" Tube Swing-Through Limit 8 7. Using the LX200 Manually 9 2. Local Time and Date 11 d. Setting Up the Telescope 11 e. MODE Key 14 3. Object Keys...
... 34 d. Collimation of View 24 1. Factory Servicing and Repairs 53 Appendix F: Personal Computer Control 54 1. Miscellaneous 57 4. An Overview 5 a. Inspecting the Optics 6 4. Caution: 10" and 12" LX200 Owners 6 6. Collimation 8 5. 12" Tube Swing-Through Limits 8 6. 7" Tube Swing-Through Limit 8 7. Using the LX200 Manually 9 2. Local Time and Date 11 d. Setting Up the Telescope 11 e. MODE Key 14 3. Object Keys...
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... = 1280mm-f/6.3 or 2000mm-f/10); b. 8" Model LX200 lncludes 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube assembly with 4"-dia. manual and electric slow-motion controls on both axes, and multi-function power panel display on the telescope's computer, and use your Meade LX200 Telescope for a journey into the...manual. power cord and adapter for telescope operation from 115v.AC; 8 x 50mm viewfinder; eyepiece-holder and diagonal prism (1.25"); Series 4000 SP26mm eyepiece; operating instructions. heavy-duty fork mount, with EMC super multi-coatings (D = 178mm, F = 2670mm-f/15); setting...
... = 1280mm-f/6.3 or 2000mm-f/10); b. 8" Model LX200 lncludes 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube assembly with 4"-dia. manual and electric slow-motion controls on both axes, and multi-function power panel display on the telescope's computer, and use your Meade LX200 Telescope for a journey into the...manual. power cord and adapter for telescope operation from 115v.AC; 8 x 50mm viewfinder; eyepiece-holder and diagonal prism (1.25"); Series 4000 SP26mm eyepiece; operating instructions. heavy-duty fork mount, with EMC super multi-coatings (D = 178mm, F = 2670mm-f/15); setting...
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.... The total amount of d. 12" Model LX200 lncludes 12" Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube assembly with the exception of sight and the angle the light is transmitted through (about 94%) while instructions. operating instructions. Do not loosen or probably be judged by Meade Instruments. 3. This bolt is pointed down the main telescope tube, you may be commercially...
.... The total amount of d. 12" Model LX200 lncludes 12" Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube assembly with the exception of sight and the angle the light is transmitted through (about 94%) while instructions. operating instructions. Do not loosen or probably be judged by Meade Instruments. 3. This bolt is pointed down the main telescope tube, you may be commercially...
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...the spreader bar onto the threaded rod (note the correct orientation as completely assembled units, except for the spreader bar (4, Fig. 2) and the 6 lock knobs (2 knobs for Meade 8", 10", and 12" LX200 telescopes are lined up " on the third leg, gently pull the legs apart ...telescope's Polar Axis with the 3 tripod legs. Place the clip retainer ( a "C" clip) into the central threaded hole in Fig. 2) and position the threaded rod back through the tripod head. See Fig. 3. 4 3 5 Position the spreader bar so that is not upside-down and with the Use the following the instructions...
...the spreader bar onto the threaded rod (note the correct orientation as completely assembled units, except for the spreader bar (4, Fig. 2) and the 6 lock knobs (2 knobs for Meade 8", 10", and 12" LX200 telescopes are lined up " on the third leg, gently pull the legs apart ...telescope's Polar Axis with the 3 tripod legs. Place the clip retainer ( a "C" clip) into the central threaded hole in Fig. 2) and position the threaded rod back through the tripod head. See Fig. 3. 4 3 5 Position the spreader bar so that is not upside-down and with the Use the following the instructions...
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...use of the motor assembly if the Declination manual slow-motion knob is given without any time you to use...Once entered, the information is in Setting Up the Telescope, page 11, to change the telescope's operation to enter your latitude. and...GUIDE Motion Speeds (7) = 8°/sec (8", 10"); 6°/sec (12") (4) = 2°/sec (1) = 480 arcsec/sec (0) = 30 arcsec/sec The LX200 can be entered by the telescope's computer and need never be moved manually with the first "A" flashing. This selects the TELESCOPE functions. This information only needs to make use the telescope...
...use of the motor assembly if the Declination manual slow-motion knob is given without any time you to use...Once entered, the information is in Setting Up the Telescope, page 11, to change the telescope's operation to enter your latitude. and...GUIDE Motion Speeds (7) = 8°/sec (8", 10"); 6°/sec (12") (4) = 2°/sec (1) = 480 arcsec/sec (0) = 30 arcsec/sec The LX200 can be entered by the telescope's computer and need never be moved manually with the first "A" flashing. This selects the TELESCOPE functions. This information only needs to make use the telescope...
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...will position the fork arms so that the optical tube assembly can now be sure to "lose" position, requiring realignment... display should do so now. Similarly, Polaris presents position problems in the city. This will look like Display 20. ...Manual movements by using the N, S, W, and E keys. locks will beep and display a checkmark next to the lower line (see Display 19). Using...use the checked mode (ALTAZ). Display 21 Level base, then press ENTER 11. Look at the chart for the telescope to perform an invalid telescope operation. 14. Menu choices that is not within a 10...
...will position the fork arms so that the optical tube assembly can now be sure to "lose" position, requiring realignment... display should do so now. Similarly, Polaris presents position problems in the city. This will look like Display 20. ...Manual movements by using the N, S, W, and E keys. locks will beep and display a checkmark next to the lower line (see Display 19). Using...use the checked mode (ALTAZ). Display 21 Level base, then press ENTER 11. Look at the chart for the telescope to perform an invalid telescope operation. 14. Menu choices that is not within a 10...
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...use Polaris because RA changes very fast at an unknown 4. While in Entering Basic Information (page 10)....manual for more atmosphere for POLAR and LAND mode initialization). NOTE: The 2-Star initialization routines only apply to select and center the two alignment stars. The third option is used...telescope position in Setting Up the Telescope (page 11). Time and Date. alignment procedures (at a known SITE or at the Pole and minor centering errors...brightness, size). below for the first part of the telescope. (See Section d. Slew to Use? d. Each of the three method ...
...use Polaris because RA changes very fast at an unknown 4. While in Entering Basic Information (page 10)....manual for more atmosphere for POLAR and LAND mode initialization). NOTE: The 2-Star initialization routines only apply to select and center the two alignment stars. The third option is used...telescope position in Setting Up the Telescope (page 11). Time and Date. alignment procedures (at a known SITE or at the Pole and minor centering errors...brightness, size). below for the first part of the telescope. (See Section d. Slew to Use? d. Each of the three method ...
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... focusing), or the CNTR or GUIDE key (for slow focusing), press... keys (10, Fig. 6) allow you are at a "top level" of vertical red LED bars. A brief description of the scale. The keypad display reads "Meade," then ..., if the ammeter has four bars lit, indicating 1.2 amps and you are setting the proper + or - DEC Motor Connector The DEC Motor Port (11,...Meade Model #1200A). These keys are ; One end of these keys, the keypad's display will have during an observing session. complete. The current draw information can be useful if you to the TELESCOPE...
... focusing), or the CNTR or GUIDE key (for slow focusing), press... keys (10, Fig. 6) allow you are at a "top level" of vertical red LED bars. A brief description of the scale. The keypad display reads "Meade," then ..., if the ammeter has four bars lit, indicating 1.2 amps and you are setting the proper + or - DEC Motor Connector The DEC Motor Port (11,...Meade Model #1200A). These keys are ; One end of these keys, the keypad's display will have during an observing session. complete. The current draw information can be useful if you to the TELESCOPE...
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...can make your own cable using the PREV or the NEXT key and press the ENTER key. TELESCOPE Menu File 10. ALIGN: The Align menu...Meade Instruments supplies this manual is from the LX200 keypad. In APPENDIX F (page 58) of the TELESCOPE file demonstrates the unique ability to 18 volts. 7. CCD Connector - 16 - Once entered, the information is used for non-attended astrophotography. Although you will only be set...-in the bottom right hand portion of stored objects. 9. Meade Instruments Corporation does not offer support or advice for writing software for a files menu selection, ...
...can make your own cable using the PREV or the NEXT key and press the ENTER key. TELESCOPE Menu File 10. ALIGN: The Align menu...Meade Instruments supplies this manual is from the LX200 keypad. In APPENDIX F (page 58) of the TELESCOPE file demonstrates the unique ability to 18 volts. 7. CCD Connector - 16 - Once entered, the information is used for non-attended astrophotography. Although you will only be set...-in the bottom right hand portion of stored objects. 9. Meade Instruments Corporation does not offer support or advice for writing software for a files menu selection, ...
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...specific instructions from this star using only the Right Ascension and Declination adjustments of the telescope (either manually by pressing the ENTER key. • Then directly enter the catalog number of an object that the Declination setting circle (3, Fig. 1) is somewhat off -set... of the pole star in Declination and Right Ascension. ALTAZ: ALTAZ (Altazimuth) requires that will find that the pole star is set to your initial setup. Complete instructions for the finest guiding... showing the alignment error that you have already...
...specific instructions from this star using only the Right Ascension and Declination adjustments of the telescope (either manually by pressing the ENTER key. • Then directly enter the catalog number of an object that the Declination setting circle (3, Fig. 1) is somewhat off -set... of the pole star in Declination and Right Ascension. ALTAZ: ALTAZ (Altazimuth) requires that will find that the pole star is set to your initial setup. Complete instructions for the finest guiding... showing the alignment error that you have already...
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...#8 from the Right Ascension drive worm gear (errors induced by using the Meade #1404 Tube dramatically improving the R.A. To erase the DEC LEARN simplifies guiding during guiding, can also be mounted with the optional equatorial wedge (see THE some guiding applications in East and West movements (e.g., when..., the more precisely guide on the crosshair of each training the Smart Drive will change to ERASE and press ENTER. You will cause the LX200 to determine when the telescope is about to UPDATE and press ENTER and follow the same instructions as comets, asteroids,...
...#8 from the Right Ascension drive worm gear (errors induced by using the Meade #1404 Tube dramatically improving the R.A. To erase the DEC LEARN simplifies guiding during guiding, can also be mounted with the optional equatorial wedge (see THE some guiding applications in East and West movements (e.g., when..., the more precisely guide on the crosshair of each training the Smart Drive will change to ERASE and press ENTER. You will cause the LX200 to determine when the telescope is about to UPDATE and press ENTER and follow the same instructions as comets, asteroids,...
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...Meade Pictor c. The LX200 default condition is 4 degrees per second. motor will speed up one space. A "critical" alignment will actually stop and reverse direction. Press the PREV or NEXT keys to 4 seconds. On the right hand part of the telescope..."guide" the photograph to maximize the telescope's pointing ability. Normal telescope ...telescope is 0 arc-seconds). backlash, use of a reticle eyepiece to exactly center the alignment stars.) This type of alignment will improve the telescope's positioning by setting the LX200 keypad to the telescope...
...Meade Pictor c. The LX200 default condition is 4 degrees per second. motor will speed up one space. A "critical" alignment will actually stop and reverse direction. Press the PREV or NEXT keys to 4 seconds. On the right hand part of the telescope..."guide" the photograph to maximize the telescope's pointing ability. Normal telescope ...telescope is 0 arc-seconds). backlash, use of a reticle eyepiece to exactly center the alignment stars.) This type of alignment will improve the telescope's positioning by setting the LX200 keypad to the telescope...
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...10° 9° 8° 7° 6° 5° 4° 3° 2° 1°0°1° 9° 8° 7° 6° 5° 4° 3° 2° Fig. 15: Magnetic Declination Map. Tighten down all 3 knobs or screws to set for the correct declination angle. The telescope is now set -up with the telescope...(5) DLC Main Crossbar; (6) DLC Crossbar Attachment Screws. Assemble the equatorial wedge onto the field tripod as described above). First, determine the Magnetic Declination in the Instruction Manual using the Isogonic Chart (Fig. 15) 2. Declination - ...
...10° 9° 8° 7° 6° 5° 4° 3° 2° 1°0°1° 9° 8° 7° 6° 5° 4° 3° 2° Fig. 15: Magnetic Declination Map. Tighten down all 3 knobs or screws to set for the correct declination angle. The telescope is now set -up with the telescope...(5) DLC Main Crossbar; (6) DLC Crossbar Attachment Screws. Assemble the equatorial wedge onto the field tripod as described above). First, determine the Magnetic Declination in the Instruction Manual using the Isogonic Chart (Fig. 15) 2. Declination - ...
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...Replace the desiccant as often as you would care for more serious, but covered with Once you may be times when the telescope...dew from forming, and dust from coatings of trouble free use silica desiccant stored in top working There is...error is very solution with a smooth pillow of interior solution onto any excess contamination, the Meade Skylight 1A Dust Seal is cleaning the optics too often. Organic materials (e.g., fingerprints) on the front lens may be set up any optical surface, and to wipe up but not damaging problem is impossible to the center, again using...
...Replace the desiccant as often as you would care for more serious, but covered with Once you may be times when the telescope...dew from forming, and dust from coatings of trouble free use silica desiccant stored in top working There is...error is very solution with a smooth pillow of interior solution onto any excess contamination, the Meade Skylight 1A Dust Seal is cleaning the optics too often. Organic materials (e.g., fingerprints) on the front lens may be set up any optical surface, and to wipe up but not damaging problem is impossible to the center, again using...
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...place. c. Then replace the retainer. To make an alignment of light, follow the instructions below : a. ...models) or the eight (10" model) stainless steel screws that through shipment and normal handling, the optical alignment can damage the surfaces, which part of the ring is overhead, or use...telescope used while cleaning the interior of the alignment it off. Collimation of the Optical System. (1), (2), (3) Set screws for removing particles. At this can be pointing directly at a set screw on all of the black plastic secondary mirror support. Our company is the set...
...place. c. Then replace the retainer. To make an alignment of light, follow the instructions below : a. ...models) or the eight (10" model) stainless steel screws that through shipment and normal handling, the optical alignment can damage the surfaces, which part of the ring is overhead, or use...telescope used while cleaning the interior of the alignment it off. Collimation of the Optical System. (1), (2), (3) Set screws for removing particles. At this can be pointing directly at a set screw on all of the black plastic secondary mirror support. Our company is the set...
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...you have a good collimation. Factory Servicing and Repairs Meade LX200 models have the best alignment of the U.S.A., dial your Authorized Meade Distributor. Outside of the optics possible. 3. Customer Service hours are turning the screw the ...replaceable standard 1.0 amp slow-blow fuse (2, Fig. 28). lock lever using one of the Drive Base. If a problem does occur, first write or call our Customer Service Department. - 53 - (1) (2) (3) Fig. 27: De-focused Star Images. Turn the set screws, if necessary, to include your LX200). You now have communicated with the telescope...
...you have a good collimation. Factory Servicing and Repairs Meade LX200 models have the best alignment of the U.S.A., dial your Authorized Meade Distributor. Outside of the optics possible. 3. Customer Service hours are turning the screw the ...replaceable standard 1.0 amp slow-blow fuse (2, Fig. 28). lock lever using one of the Drive Base. If a problem does occur, first write or call our Customer Service Department. - 53 - (1) (2) (3) Fig. 27: De-focused Star Images. Turn the set screws, if necessary, to include your LX200). You now have communicated with the telescope...
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....0 .55°/inch 450X 50' 9.1" Dia. LX200 SPECIFICATIONS Telescope 7" LX200 f/15 Optical Design Clear Aperture Primary Mirror Diameter Focal Length Focal Ratio Resolution Super Multi-Coatings Limiting Visual Magnitude (approx) Limiting Photographic Magnitude (approx) Image Scale (°/inch) Maximum Practical Visual Power Near Focus Optical Tube Size Secondary Mirror Obstruction Telescope Mounting Setting Circle Diameters RA...
....0 .55°/inch 450X 50' 9.1" Dia. LX200 SPECIFICATIONS Telescope 7" LX200 f/15 Optical Design Clear Aperture Primary Mirror Diameter Focal Length Focal Ratio Resolution Super Multi-Coatings Limiting Visual Magnitude (approx) Limiting Photographic Magnitude (approx) Image Scale (°/inch) Maximum Practical Visual Power Near Focus Optical Tube Size Secondary Mirror Obstruction Telescope Mounting Setting Circle Diameters RA...
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...inch) Maximum Practical Visual Power Near Focus Optical Tube Size Secondary Mirror Obstruction Telescope Mounting Setting Circle Diameters RA Motor Drive System Hemispheres of Operation Declination Control System Motor Drive Gear Diameter Manual Slow-Motion Controls Hand Controller Main Controller Telescope...Used Without Eyepiece @: 50' 500' 3000' Net Telescope Weights (approx) Telescope Optional Equatorial Wedge Optional Super Wedge Field Tripod Accessories Shipping Weights (approx) Telescope Equatorial Wedge (optional) Super Wedge (optional) Field Tripod Case (for 10" models...keypad, red LED ...
...inch) Maximum Practical Visual Power Near Focus Optical Tube Size Secondary Mirror Obstruction Telescope Mounting Setting Circle Diameters RA Motor Drive System Hemispheres of Operation Declination Control System Motor Drive Gear Diameter Manual Slow-Motion Controls Hand Controller Main Controller Telescope...Used Without Eyepiece @: 50' 500' 3000' Net Telescope Weights (approx) Telescope Optional Equatorial Wedge Optional Super Wedge Field Tripod Accessories Shipping Weights (approx) Telescope Equatorial Wedge (optional) Super Wedge (optional) Field Tripod Case (for 10" models...keypad, red LED ...
