Quick Setup - Celestron nexstar 5 Instruction Manual

1
Remove the NexStar from its packaging and place
the base on a sturdy, level surface. Remove the
accessories from their individual boxes.
2
AC Adapter
Plug-in the supplied 12v AC adapter* into the jac
at the base of the fork arm and an AC outlet. Power
the NexStar by flipping the "On/Off" switch to th
"On" position.
*Note: Use only the AC adapter supplied b
Celestron. Using any other adapter may
damage the electronics and will void your
manufacturer's warranty.
On / Off Switch
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3
Press ENTER on the hand control to begin
alignment. Use the Up and Down arrow buttons to
position the tube horizontal to the ground. Attac
the included accessories (star diagonal, eyepiece and
Star Pointer finderscope) and remove the front lens
cover. Turn on Star Pointer by rotating the dial on
the side. (For instructions on aligning the Star
Pointer see page 9).
4
Direction
Buttons
Use the Up and Down scroll buttons to get to the
AutoAlign menu. Press ENTER.
arrow keys to level the tube and rotate it towards
North. (See Astronomy Basics for help on finding
North). Input the necessary date and time information
as instructed by the hand control. (See Hand Control
section for complete instruction on entering data).
Up and Down
Scroll Buttons
Use the direction