Meade Autostar Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 3)

• Guided tours of the best objects based on date and location.

• Model #495 Autostar has a database of over 1,200

astronomical objects. Model #497 Autostar’s database includes

over 12,000 astronomical objects.

• A glossary of over 90 descriptions and definitions.

• A built in Help function by pressing the “?” key.

• Utilities including eyepiece magnification, alarms, battery

monitor, power saving functions, and more.

• Connect to a computer to remotely control the telescope.

This Instruction Manual begins by explaining the operation of

Autostar in sequence from turning on power to locating the first

object in the sky. The telescope and manual should be used together

to complete this important series of operations. The balance of the

manual is a reference for additional functions.

The first time Autostar power is applied, additional activities are

required. Pick a comfortable location and take the time necessary to

read each step carefully. When viewing is required, move to an open

area outside and continue operation.

First Operation

Autostar Installation: Verify that power is turned off at the

telescope computer control panel. Plug the coil cord (13) into the coil

cord port (11). Plug the other end into the computer control panel

HBX (handbox) port. Turn on the telescope power using the switch

on the ETX computer control panel or by plugging in the power cord

to the DS computer control panel.

Initialization: With power on, Autostar begins the startup process by

displaying the Meade copyright message, sounding a beep, and

initializing the computer system. After initialization, Autostar requests

information needed to operate the telescope.

*Problem* If Autostar does not display messages, turn the power off

and then back on. Also, check the batteries or other power source.

If the beep sounded and the screen is difficult to read, press MODE

(3) and Autostar resets the screen to factory settings.

Language Selection: Autostar offers text in one of six possible

languages. Press the key for the desired language.

*Problem* If the wrong language is selected, press MODE and

Autostar requests the language selection again.

Sun Warning: Autostar displays a sun warning message which must

be carefully read by every person using the telescope. After reading

the message, follow the instructions to move to the next operation.

*Hint* If screen messages are moving too fast (or slow), use the

SCROLL keys (8 & 9) to change the speed.

Self Calibration: “Testing Motors” is displayed and the telescope

moves a short distance in both axes. Automatic calibration of the

motors happens only once, the first time Autostar is used.

NOTE: If Autostar is moved to another telescope, it needs to be

recalibrated (see the Setup:Telescope:Calibrate Motor menu).

Getting Started: “Getting Started,” is displayed with a message

offering a description of Autostar operation. Press ENTER (2) to

bypass this tutorial or press the “?” key (10) to begin the message.

At this point, Autostar can move the telescope using the ARROW

keys (5). Pressing one of these keys moves the telescope up, down,

left, or right. The speed of movement is changed by pressing a

NUMBER key (9 = fastest, 1 = slowest).

Date: The date must be entered each time power is applied. Enter

numbers by pressing the numeric keys. Press the right or left

ARROW key (5) to move the cursor. To change the month, use the

up or down ARROW key. After the correct month is displayed press

the right ARROW key to move to the year. Change the year, if

required, using the numeric keys. When the correct date is

displayed, press ENTER to complete the date entry.

*Hint* The utility light (14) is turned on during date and time entry to

illuminate a watch.

Time: Local time must be entered each time Autostar power is

applied. Enter the time using the NUMBER and ARROW keys.

Change AM or PM using the SCROLL keys (8 & 9). When the time

displayed is correct, press ENTER to start the clock running.

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