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i. included Parts
• StarSeek Wireless Telescope Controller module
• AC charging adapter
• Hook-and-loop hang strap
ii. charging the starseek Module
The Wireless Telescope Controller module has an internal, rechargeable lithium
ion battery to supply power for operation. You should make sure the battery is fully
charged before each use. Battery life is 4-8 hours depending on usage. You can
also run the StarSeek module continuously from AC power by plugging the charg-
ing adapter into a household 110V AC outlet.
To charge the StarSeek module:
1. First make sure there are no RS232 or USB cables connected to the
StarSeek module.
2. Plug the charging adapter into a power outlet and the small end into the
micro-USB "Power" port located on the bottom of the module (Figure
1). The charging LED (upper right of red center button) should turn ON,
indicating the module is charging. If the LED is OFF, it means the device is
already charged.
3. Charge the module until the charging LED turns off, at which time the
module is fully charged.
When the internal battery is under 25% of full power, the data LED (below the
center button) will blink. Plug in the charger to recharge the battery to avoid losing
power. NOTE: To check battery power, communication with the telescope must be
disconnected in the StarSeek app, because in the connected state the data LED
blinks by default.
Refer to Figure 2 for the positions of the three LED indicator lights and center
Power button.
iii. configuring the starseek Module
1. Power ON the module by pressing red center button for at least 1 second,
then release it. The power LED (upper left of center button) should turn on.
2. Use your tablet or phone to check for available Wi-Fi networks (make sure
Wi-Fi is turned on).
3. Connect to the "StarSeek" network. This network requires no password.
4. Open a web browser on the tablet or phone that is connected to the
"StarSeek" network.
5. Browse to the following address: http://10.0.0.1.
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