Meade ETX-60AT Instruction Manual

Instruction ManualETX-60AT Astro Telescope with Autostar Hand ControllerETX-70AT Astro Telescope with Autostar Hand ControllerMeade Instruments Corpor

Parts ListingGetting the telescope ready for first observations requires only a few minutes. When first open-ing the packing box, note carefully the f

The power, or magnification of a telescope is determined by the focal length of the telescopeand the focal length of the eyepiece being used. To calcu

Moving Through Autostar’s MenusThe Autostar database is organized in levels for quick and easy navigation. • Press ENTER to go deeper into Autostar&ap

It is important to understand that menu selections are set in a loop (Fig. 9).This means thatpressing the Scroll Down key (7, Fig. 3) cycles down thro

To Calculate Sunset time:1. Press the MODE key several times, until “Select Item: Object” is displayed. 2. Press the Scroll Down key once to display

Go To SaturnAfter performing the Easy Two-Star Alignment procedure, the motor drive begins operating andthe telescope is aligned for a night of viewin

Object MenuAlmost all observing with Autostar is performed using the Object menu category. (NOTE:Exceptions include Guided Tour and Landmark Survey.)S

• Select - To select a Landmark already in the database, choose the "Select" option andscroll through the list. Press ENTER to select a Land

Lunar Eclipse lists upcoming Lunar Eclipses, including the date and type (total, partial, penum-bral) of eclipse. Use the Scroll Up and Down keys to d

Brightness Adj: Adjusts the brightness of the display using the Scroll keys. When complete, pressENTER. Contrast Adj: Adjusts the contrast of the disp

Quick-Start Guide ... 3Telescope Features ...

• Train Drive: Trains the altitude and azimuth motors to locate objects with more precision. If you are experiencing any problems with pointing accura

Terrestrial ObservingThe ETX-60AT and ETX-70AT make excellent high-resolution, terrestrial (land) telescopes.Viewing terrestrial objects requires look

Two-Star Alt/Az AlignmentLevel: Beginner/IntermediateTwo-Star Alignment requires some knowledge of the night sky. Autostar provides a database ofbrigh

Observing a SatelliteNOTE: Satellite observing is an exciting challenge. Most satellites are in low orbit,traveling at approximately 17,500 mph. They

The #64ST T–Adapter permits close-coupling ofa camera body to the telescope at a focal lengthof 350mm and an effective photographic speedof f/5.8 for

A wide assortment of professional Meade accessories are available for the ETX-60AT andETX-70AT. Meade accessories greatly extend many important applic

#3200 Lunar & Planetary Color Filter Set: Meade optical glass color filters increase imagecontrast and resolution of the Moon and planets. The #32

General MaintenanceThe ETX-60AT and ETX-70AT telescopes are precision optical instruments designed to yield alifetime of rewarding applications. Given

TroubleshootingThe following suggestions may be helpful with operation of the ETX-60AT or ETX-70AT.The power indicator light on the telescope does not

Telescope moves off a terrestrial object while observing:•Verify that the vertical and horizontal locks have been tightened to a "firm feel"

QUICK-START GUIDEQuick Start Guide 3BAAA56ABC1233. Flip the Power Switch (A) on the computer controlpanel to the ON position. The copyright messageli

ETX-60AT/ETX-70AT Specifications (cont'd)Slow-Motion Controls ...Electric, 9 speed, both axesHem

Polar AlignmentThe great majority of ETX-60AT and ETX-70ATowners will find it unnecessary ever to Polar alignthe telescope. With these ETX telescope m

e.g., the Declination of the North Celestial Pole is +90°, with Declination South of the celestial equatorindicated with a “–” sign, e.g., the Declina

Although Autostar's database contains more than 1400 objects (stars, nebulae, planets, etc.)that you can observe, you may eventually want to view

UNITED STATESCity State LatitudeAlbuquerque New Mexico 35° NAnchorage Alaska 61° NAtlanta Georgia 34° NBoston Massachusetts 42° NChicago Illinois 42°

Train the telescope motors using Autostar. Perform this procedure after RESET or if you are experiencing any point-ing accuracy problems. Figure 30 de

APPENDIX E: INITIALIZATION EXAMPLEENTEREnter Time:00:00:00PM1 (1X)(1X)2 (2X)(1X)4 (4X)7 (7X)AMEnter Time:12:47:00AMENTERDaylight Saving

In the early 17th century, Italian Scientist Galileo, using a crude telescope considerably small-er than the ETX-60AT or ETX-70AT, turned it to look t

PlanetsPlanets change positions in the sky as they orbit around the Sun. To locate the planets on agiven day or month, consult a monthly astronomy mag

A Roadmap to the StarsThe night sky is filled with wonder andintrigue. You too, can enjoy exploring theuniverse simply by following a few pointerson a

(opposite side)Fig. 1: The ETX-60AT and ETX-70AT Telescope.TELESCOPE FEATURES4 Telescope Features(not shown)12177451967315141613111281891020(on top o

Part no. 14-6896-01 06/00ADVANCED PRODUCTS DIVISIONMeade Instruments CorporationWorld’s Leading Manufacturer of Astronomical Telescopes for the Serio

ETX:Your Personal Window to the UniverseThe Meade ETX-60AT and the ETX-70AT are extremely versatile, high-resolution telescopeswith features similar t

Computer Control PanelA. Handbox (HBX) Port - Plug the Autostar coil cord (9, Fig. 3) into this port. B. LED - The red power indicator light illumina

Fig. 3: #494 Autostar Handbox.125436879Tour the Cosmos with Just the Push of a ButtonControl of the ETX-60AT and the ETX-70AT is through the operation

The Autostar Computer Controller provides control of virtually every telescope function withina compact handbox. Autostar has soft-touch keys designed

Scroll Keys - Accesses database options within a selected menu. The menu is displayedon the first line of the screen. Options within the menu are disp