iOptron SkyGuider pro Instruction Manual page 10

You may use an external battery/power to power the mount through the USB port while using
the mount
Please don't charge the battery or use USB power when temperature is at or below 0°C
(32°F), otherwise the rechargeable battery might be permanently damaged.
If the mount is not to be used for an extended period of time, charge the battery in full and
recharge every 6 months.
STEP 2. Attach SkyGuider
The SkyGuider
as shown in Figure 9. When the alt-azi base is not used, a ball head (#3305A, not included) is
suggested for easy adjustment.
The dovetail base of the SkyGuider
converter, as shown in Figure 9, It fits directly to the 3305A ball head quick release plate or any other
platform with 1/4" or 3/8" threads screw. The alt-azi base fits to any standard camera or
astrophotography tripod with 1/4" or 3/8" threads by insert the 1/4"-3/8" thread converter into it, as
needed.
Figure 10. Mount head dovetail base with 1/4"-3/8" thread converter
To use the alt-azi base, just simply slide the mount head base into the alt-azi base dovetail
saddle. You can slide the mount head in from either direction depending on your latitude position and
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Pro mount to a tripod
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Pro mount can be mounted to a stable tripod with or without the alt-azi base,
Figure 9. Attach SkyGuider
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Pro mount to a tripod
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Pro mount head comes with a 1/4"-3/8" thread
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