Az Mount Pro Tm Mount Assembly; Un-Package The Mount; Tripod Setup - iOptron AZ Mount Pro Instruction Manual

3. AZ Mount Pro

3.1. Un-package the Mount

Remove the AZ Mount Pro
the Altitude Lock is fully tightened. Charge the mount using the included AC battery charging to fully
charge the mount, until the LED indicator on the AC adapter changed to green.
Warning: Make sure use the included battery charger to charge the mount. DO NOT plug in
any standard AC/DC adapter. NEVER charge the battery when it is below 0°C.
A slowly flashing battery status LED indicates the battery is low, which you still have about 30
minutes of operation time. You may keep using the mount by plugging in the battery charger. NEVER
use the mount this way when it is below 0°C. iOptron is NOT responsible for any damages and
consequences caused by misuse.
If you are running out of the battery during an observation session, you may also plug in a 12V
DC power source, such as iOptron PowerWeight
temperature is above 0°C.
Full charge the battery every 6 month if the mount is not used.

3.2. Tripod Setup

Evenly extend tripod legs to a desired length. Then lock legs using the locking knobs on sides.
Set the tripod upward. If set a tripod on an uneven surface, make sure the tripod head is leveled.
Install three star-shaped adjustment screws onto the tripod head. Raise the screws up about
5mm.
TM
Mount Assembly
TM
(AZMP) mount from the aluminum carrying case. Make sure that
Figure 4 Set up tripod
TM
battery counterweight, for temporary use if the
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