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MODEL LXD 500
EQUATORIAL MOUNT;
INTRODUCTION
The Meade Model LXD 500 Equatorial Mount provides
observers with an extremely stable, yet lightweight platlorm lor
an astronomical telescope. The LXD 500 Equatorial Mount, with
its dual-axis worm gear controls, provides smooth, easy to use,
tracking capabilities. Also, its variable-height, aluminum tripod
collapses tor easy transport.
For optimal enjoyment of the Meade Model LXD 500 Equatorial
Mount, please take a few minutes to read these instructions
thoroughly and become familiar with all of the mount's functions.
PARTS LISTING AND ASSEMBLY
When opening Ihe packing box for the first lime, note carefully
the following parts included with the Model LXD 500 Equatorial
Mount:
■ LXD 500 Equatorial Mount, including:
- Tripod
— Equatorial head
— Lock knob with twist bar (Fig. 3)
— 2 washers (1 large and 1 small washer for lock knob
with twist bar)
— Counterweight rod with gray counterweight cone
-- 2 pcs. 7.5 lb (3.4 kg) counterweights (LXD 5008)
1 pc. 7.5 (b (3.4 kg) counterweight (LXD 500A)
-- 2 slow motion control knobs
— Accessory tray
1, Preparing the LXD 500 Tripod
The LXD 500 Tripod (Fig. 2) is shipped virtually completely
assembled from the (actory. Once set up, all that is required of
an observer is to alfach the accessory tray and adjust the tripod
to the desired observing height.
a.
Setting Up the Tripod:
Remove the tripod from the shipping box and stand the
tripod vertically with the tripod feet down. Grasp two of
the tripod legs and with the full weight of the tripod on the
third leg, gently pull the legs apart to Ihe fully open
position (Fig, 2).
b.
Attaching the Accessory Tray:
Remove the round accessory tray (4), Fig. 2, from the
shipping box.
Unthread the black, star-shaped lock knob from the bottom
of the tray.
Place the threaded rod on the uriderside of the accessory
tray through the central hub of Ihe extension strut.
Rethread the lock knob onto the accessory tray.
c.
Varying the Tripod Height:
Loosen the black, star-shaped height adjustment knob (5),
Fig. 2, at the base of each tripod leg.
Slide the three inner tripod leg sections out to the desired
height
Firmly lighten (but do not overtighten) the three height
adjustment knobs (5), Fig. 2,
d.
Collapsing the Tripod:
Remove the accessory tray (4), Fig. 2. Grasp Ihe tripod
head (2), Fig, 2, with one hand. With Ihe other hand, pull
directly up on the central hub of the extension strut,
where the accessory tray (4), Fig. 2, was attached. This
action will cause the tripod legs to move inward to a
collapsed position.
Important Notes on the LXD 500 Tripod:
•
Remove the accessory tray before attempting to collapse
the tripod.
•
If the tripod does not extend or collapse easily, do not
force the tripod legs in or out.
By following Ihe above
instructions, the tripod wilt function property.
Forcing the
tripod into an incorrect position may damage Ihe extension
strut system.
'
Do not overtighten the three star-shaped height adjustment
knobs on the tripod legs. "Firm leel" tightening is sufficient.
2,
Assembly of the Equatorial Mount
To assemble the mount, follow these instructions:
a.
Attaching the Equatorial Head to the Tripod;
On the Equatorial Head (5), Fig. 3, loosen the two Fine
Azimuth Adjustment Knobs (1), Fig. 3, to create a space
between the two knobs (as seen from the underside of the
Equatorial Head). The Azimuth Tangent Arm (2), Fig. 3, fits
between these two threaded knobs.
Unthread and remove the lock knob with twist bar. Fig. 4,
and two washers from the base of the Equatorial Head
(5), Fig. 3. Place the Equatorial Head on the Tnpod Head
(4), Fig. 3, aligning it so that the Azimuth Tangent Arm
(2),
Fig.
3, slips between the two Fine Azimuth
Adjustment Knobs (1), Fig. 3.
With the Equatorial Head (5), Fig. 3, sitting Hal on the
Tripod Head (4), Fig. 3, place the small washer, then Ihe
large washer over the threads of the lock knob with twLst
bar. Fin. 4 and from thp tmdprQidp nf tuc
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