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... Corp. Patent and Trademark Office and in the AutoStar II Handbox 19 Attach the Viewfinder to Drift Align LX850 42 Download the Latest Version of Meade Instruments Corp. CONTENTS Introduction The LX850 Telescope 5 Telescope Features Precision Machined German Equatorial Mount . . . . 6 Faster, Sharper Optical System 6 ...Mount Assembly to Tripod 14 Attach Counterweight Shaft 15 Attach Counterweights 15 Routing Connector Cables 15 Removing the Saddle 16 StarLock Cable 16 Attach the Control Module 17 DEC and RA Connecting Cables 17 Attach the Optical Tube Assembly (OTA 17...
... Corp. Patent and Trademark Office and in the AutoStar II Handbox 19 Attach the Viewfinder to Drift Align LX850 42 Download the Latest Version of Meade Instruments Corp. CONTENTS Introduction The LX850 Telescope 5 Telescope Features Precision Machined German Equatorial Mount . . . . 6 Faster, Sharper Optical System 6 ...Mount Assembly to Tripod 14 Attach Counterweight Shaft 15 Attach Counterweights 15 Routing Connector Cables 15 Removing the Saddle 16 StarLock Cable 16 Attach the Control Module 17 DEC and RA Connecting Cables 17 Attach the Optical Tube Assembly (OTA 17...
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...Latitude Lock Knob. j Handbox Holder: convenient place to the mount. 1^ Azimuth Lock Bolts. Handbox (HBX) Port G. Used to set the LX850 to prevent movement in this adapter. c Viewfinder Collimation Screws: Adjust these screws to the Computer Control Panel via the HBX port. 1@ Telescope Control... Shaft: Thread the counterweight onto this knob to prevent unwanted movement of the LX850. 1( RA Clutch: Tighten the three hex head screws using the included 5/16" hex head tool to precisely guide LX850 11 tighten to a firm feel only. d Eyepiece: Place the supplied HD...
...Latitude Lock Knob. j Handbox Holder: convenient place to the mount. 1^ Azimuth Lock Bolts. Handbox (HBX) Port G. Used to set the LX850 to prevent movement in this adapter. c Viewfinder Collimation Screws: Adjust these screws to the Computer Control Panel via the HBX port. 1@ Telescope Control... Shaft: Thread the counterweight onto this knob to prevent unwanted movement of the LX850. 1( RA Clutch: Tighten the three hex head screws using the included 5/16" hex head tool to precisely guide LX850 11 tighten to a firm feel only. d Eyepiece: Place the supplied HD...
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...to set these tools will spoil your night vision and impede your LX850 telescope will need a 3/16" hex head wrench (included) to perform the assembly of the LX850 in the light of the sky. The LX850 system includes the following: • German Equatorial Mount Assembly with ... that it points approximately true South (True North in the accessory box: • LX850 lock knob wrench: A dedicated tool for securing DEC and RA clutches. 5/16" Hex Head Wrench LX850 Utility Tool Fig 7: LX850 assembly tools. Collapsed Fig 8: Tripod. Setup the telescope in a large open position....
...to set these tools will spoil your night vision and impede your LX850 telescope will need a 3/16" hex head wrench (included) to perform the assembly of the LX850 in the light of the sky. The LX850 system includes the following: • German Equatorial Mount Assembly with ... that it points approximately true South (True North in the accessory box: • LX850 lock knob wrench: A dedicated tool for securing DEC and RA clutches. 5/16" Hex Head Wrench LX850 Utility Tool Fig 7: LX850 assembly tools. Collapsed Fig 8: Tripod. Setup the telescope in a large open position....
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... the threaded rod through the central mounting hole in Box Manually tighten down the three (3) RA and three (3) DEC clutch lock bolts using the supplied 5/16" hex head wrench to facilitate easier handling during Setting Latitude Refer to the tripod. Attach Mount Assembly to the tripod by tightening the central lock...
... the threaded rod through the central mounting hole in Box Manually tighten down the three (3) RA and three (3) DEC clutch lock bolts using the supplied 5/16" hex head wrench to facilitate easier handling during Setting Latitude Refer to the tripod. Attach Mount Assembly to the tripod by tightening the central lock...
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...-pin This four-pin connector will have to remove it to gain access to route the cable(s) through the side passway in to control panel. 16 and as it comes through the port. Important note: the StarLock cable is plugged into the six-pin receptacle on the mount control panel labeled... 41). You will plug-in the DEC housing. The StarLock cable comes prerouted from the OTA (eg. Pass the cable end with different configurations; Using a 3/16" hex-head wrench, loosen and remove the five (5) hex nuts that it will plug into the four-pin receptacle on the back of the StarLock...
...-pin This four-pin connector will have to remove it to gain access to route the cable(s) through the side passway in to control panel. 16 and as it comes through the port. Important note: the StarLock cable is plugged into the six-pin receptacle on the mount control panel labeled... 41). You will plug-in the DEC housing. The StarLock cable comes prerouted from the OTA (eg. Pass the cable end with different configurations; Using a 3/16" hex-head wrench, loosen and remove the five (5) hex nuts that it will plug into the four-pin receptacle on the back of the StarLock...
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... sidereal (2 arc-min/sec or 0.033°/sec) Number Key 4= 16x = 16x sidereal (4 arc-min/sec or 0.067°/sec) Number Key 5= 64x = 64x sidereal (16 arc-min/sec or 0.27°/sec) Number Key 6= 1/4° =15arc-min/sec Number Key 7= 1/2° = 30arc-min/sec Number Key 8= 1° = 60arc-min... the "handle" of an object in the sky, orient your telescope so that you do this orientation (loosen the two Azimuth Lock Knobs [page 7, fig. 1, 16], rotate and re-tighten the lock knobs). Press the Speed key (Number key "1") and then press a Number key (1-9) to have a 2" eyepiece, remove the 1.25"...
... sidereal (2 arc-min/sec or 0.033°/sec) Number Key 4= 16x = 16x sidereal (4 arc-min/sec or 0.067°/sec) Number Key 5= 64x = 64x sidereal (16 arc-min/sec or 0.27°/sec) Number Key 6= 1/4° =15arc-min/sec Number Key 7= 1/2° = 30arc-min/sec Number Key 8= 1° = 60arc-min... the "handle" of an object in the sky, orient your telescope so that you do this orientation (loosen the two Azimuth Lock Knobs [page 7, fig. 1, 16], rotate and re-tighten the lock knobs). Press the Speed key (Number key "1") and then press a Number key (1-9) to have a 2" eyepiece, remove the 1.25"...
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... you set various parameters for arcminutes. Continue to search the libraries for in steps 3 and 4. 6. Press MODE and "Start Search: Next" displays again. Right Ascension 16:32:4 Declination 13°03' Constellation Virgo, Orion, etc. A typical search might be performed as follows: 1. "Edit Parameters: Largest (mins)" displays again. "Browse: Start Search...
... you set various parameters for arcminutes. Continue to search the libraries for in steps 3 and 4. 6. Press MODE and "Start Search: Next" displays again. Right Ascension 16:32:4 Declination 13°03' Constellation Virgo, Orion, etc. A typical search might be performed as follows: 1. "Edit Parameters: Largest (mins)" displays again. "Browse: Start Search...
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... wide fields and razor sharp images all the way to the edge: Additional LX850 Counterweights: Designed to the quality of the instrument itself. AutoOSpttiaron#a4l9A7cHceAsNsDorBiOesX Optional Accessories A wide assortment of professional Meade accessories is well-suited to precisely fit the counterweight shaft. The premium quality...' 165/30' 8.8mm (Waterproof) 231/21' 277/18' 323/15' 103/48' 14mm (Waterproof) 145/34' 174/28' 203/24' 65/1°16' 20mm (2" O.D.) (Waterproof) 102/48' 122/40' 142/35' 46/1° 48' 24mm (2" O.D.) 85/58' 102/48' 119/42' 38/2°...
... wide fields and razor sharp images all the way to the edge: Additional LX850 Counterweights: Designed to the quality of the instrument itself. AutoOSpttiaron#a4l9A7cHceAsNsDorBiOesX Optional Accessories A wide assortment of professional Meade accessories is well-suited to precisely fit the counterweight shaft. The premium quality...' 165/30' 8.8mm (Waterproof) 231/21' 277/18' 323/15' 103/48' 14mm (Waterproof) 145/34' 174/28' 203/24' 65/1°16' 20mm (2" O.D.) (Waterproof) 102/48' 122/40' 142/35' 46/1° 48' 24mm (2" O.D.) 85/58' 102/48' 119/42' 38/2°...
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....95 1208-85-01 1408-85-01 7 09942 60062 9 7 09942 60063 6 Advanced Coma-Free 12 inches 14 inches 2438mm, f/8 2845mm, f/8 UHTC .38 arcseconds .325 arcseconds 16.86 13.8 8x50 refractor with cross hairs HD-60 25mm long eye relief premium eyepiece Series 5000 2 inch with primary mirror for minimum correction. Low...
....95 1208-85-01 1408-85-01 7 09942 60062 9 7 09942 60063 6 Advanced Coma-Free 12 inches 14 inches 2438mm, f/8 2845mm, f/8 UHTC .38 arcseconds .325 arcseconds 16.86 13.8 8x50 refractor with cross hairs HD-60 25mm long eye relief premium eyepiece Series 5000 2 inch with primary mirror for minimum correction. Low...
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... (optional 10 lb) threaded stainless steel. Messier catalog (110); Arp catalog of galaxies (12,939); Computer hand control Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 20 backlit LED buttons. Quantity: 10 inch LX 850 ACF: two (2) 26 lb 12 inch LX 850 ACF... Semi-automatic drift align procedure for ultra-precise polar alignment Weight 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg) Power supply 12v DC 5A using supplied Meade Universal Power Supply 48 AutoStar #S49p7eciHfiAcNatDiBoOnsX SPECIFICATIONS German Equatorial Mount Product number 37-0850-00 UPC 7 09942 60060 5 Mount body Machined...
... (optional 10 lb) threaded stainless steel. Messier catalog (110); Arp catalog of galaxies (12,939); Computer hand control Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display; 20 backlit LED buttons. Quantity: 10 inch LX 850 ACF: two (2) 26 lb 12 inch LX 850 ACF... Semi-automatic drift align procedure for ultra-precise polar alignment Weight 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg) Power supply 12v DC 5A using supplied Meade Universal Power Supply 48 AutoStar #S49p7eciHfiAcNatDiBoOnsX SPECIFICATIONS German Equatorial Mount Product number 37-0850-00 UPC 7 09942 60060 5 Mount body Machined...
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... wide field sensor. For this point you to monitor how your image session is therefore important that comes with a computer in 16 pixels being 320x240. The sensors on the "Wide Field" or "Narrow Field" button. In order to center your telescope with...#497ApHpAeNnDdiBxOBX APPENDIX B: StarLock Utility The StarLock Utility program provides the ability to: • Install Firmware Updates • StarLock Tracking Performance Meade is constantly working directory and execute the program. If you have changed serial ports, click on the Reset Connection button on the StarLock's...
... wide field sensor. For this point you to monitor how your image session is therefore important that comes with a computer in 16 pixels being 320x240. The sensors on the "Wide Field" or "Narrow Field" button. In order to center your telescope with...#497ApHpAeNnDdiBxOBX APPENDIX B: StarLock Utility The StarLock Utility program provides the ability to: • Install Firmware Updates • StarLock Tracking Performance Meade is constantly working directory and execute the program. If you have changed serial ports, click on the Reset Connection button on the StarLock's...