KONUS DIGIMAX - 90 Instructions Manual

KONUS DIGIMAX - 90 Instructions Manual

90mm (3.6”) f. 1250 f/13.8

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INSTRUCTIONS
" G o -To " M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n
D I G I M A X - 9 0
90mm (3.6") F. 1250 f/13.8

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 90mm (3.6”) F. 1250 f/13.8...
  • Page 2 “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 SKYSCAN AZ The Skyscan AZ is a precision-engineered instrument that will allow you to easily find and enjoy viewing night sky treasures, such as planets, nebulae, star clusters, galax- ies and much more.
  • Page 3: Mode Keys

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 SKYSCAN AZ HAND CONTROL The Skyscan Az hand control cable has a RJ-45 with 8 connecting pins on one end and a RJ-12 with 6 connecting pins on the other end.
  • Page 4: Directional Keys

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 DIRECTIONAL KEYS The directional keys allow complete control of the telescope at almost any step in the SkyScan’s operation.
  • Page 5: Hand Control Operation

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 distinct purposes data entry and quick reference hot keys. TOUR key (fig.f) takes you on a preset tour across the sky you are currently under.
  • Page 6: Brightest Star Alignment

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 setting. 10. After entering the current time, the Skyscan AZ will prompt “DAYLIGHT SAV- ING?”...
  • Page 7 “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 DIRECTIONAL DIVISION SPAN RANGE IN AZIMUTH The northern sky 315°-45°...
  • Page 8: Two-Star Alignment

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 • Skyscan Az will beep once when it has finished slewing to an object. Do not try to adjust the telescope before you hear the beep.
  • Page 9 “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 out accurately by the Skyscan Az. Further accuracy enhancement is not necessary. The following provides a step-by-step procedure on how to perform PAE: 1.
  • Page 10: Selecting An Object

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 Variable stars: Includes 20 well-known variable stars SAO: Includes 29,523 stars SELECTING AN OBJECT...
  • Page 11: Other Features

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 OTHER FEATURES UTILITY FUNCTIONS Utility Functions are useful tools that provide simple, one-step precesses to your Skyscan Az.
  • Page 12: Using The User Defined Database

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 value and press the RIGHT directional key to move the cursor to the next digit.
  • Page 13: Identifying An Unknown Object

    “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 “+90 oo” in Dec. Change the coordinates using the numeric keypad and scroll keys. Use the RIGHT or LEFT directional keys to move the cursor to the next or previous digit.
  • Page 14 “ G o -To ” M a k s u t ov - C a s s e g r a i n D I G I M A X - 9 0 M, IC, NGC and Named Star catalogs and its distance to the exact location where the telescope is pointed.
  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    Sidereal, Lunar, Solar Tracking mode: Dual Axes Tracking Alignment Method: Brightest Star Alignment, Two-star Alignment Database: 25 user defined objects. Complete M, NGC, and IC and SAO catalogues, total 42,900 objects. Pointing Accuracy: Up to 10 arc. Min. www.konus.com • www.konususa.com...

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