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Step 7. Install optional iGuider (EQ mode only)
There are two sets of 2XM3 threaded holes on the side of the dovetail saddle for mounting an
iOptron mini autoguiding system, iGuider 1. Refer to iOptron website for more information on #3360.
Step 8. Set the mount in AA mode
An HAE mount can be set as either EQ or AA mode. To set the mount to operate in AA mode:
1. Switch the latitude range to 56°~90°.
2. Adjust the mount latitude to 90 degree by following Step 3.
3. Level the mount by adjusting the tripod legs to center the air bubble inside the spirit level. You may
slew the mount in AZI direction to check the leveling, during which the air bubble should stay inside
the small circle or stay at the same place.
4. Adjust/Slew the mount via a handset/Commander/software so that the telescope is pointing to Zenith
and dovetail saddle is facing the WEST.
5. Set the mount to AA mode via Commander or optional handset.
Figure 15. iGuider mini-autoguiding system
Figure 16. Bubble level for AA mount leveling
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