Summary of Contents for DiscMounts Alt-Azimuth DM-6
- Page 2 The DiscMounts Alt-Azimuth DM-6 (02-03-17) DM-6 DiscMounts mounting specifications •Azimuth axis (Tripod) mounting hole: 3/8”-16 centered on 6” disc. •Altitude axis mounting holes: 5/16” - 18 spaced 3” apart •Weight (no options, no saddle plate): 16.2 lbs. •Dimensions: Head only: 7 1/2” long, 6” wide, 8 3/8” high •Load weight: approximately 40 pounds (load weight can very up or down...
- Page 3 (dovetail plates are available to fit most ring mount configurations). On DiscMounts dovetails there is a ¼-20 hole at each end that can be fitted with an Allen Head Cap Screw (one is supplied with the optional DiscMounts 9”...
- Page 4 of the tripod. Having the telescope to the side may seem awkward at first, but it is actually more convenient, even more so when an observing chair is used. Mount the telescope mounting rings to the dovetail plate (CAUTION make sure the screws do not go all the way through the rings and damage the telescope).
- Page 5 or a little past. Rebalance the telescope and mark the tube. Now slide the telescope in its rings so it is positioned half way between the two marks. Tighten the telescope mounting rings so the telescope cannot slide out. Add friction by tightening the friction-adjusting nut on the altitude axis.
- Page 6 Azimuth axis friction adjustment The Azimuth axis should be adjusted with a little more tension then the Altitude axis! There should be enough tension to insure the disc are pulled together and not held in place just by the weight of the mount. To little friction will result in vibration caused by the axis jumping, rather then sliding on the friction disc.
- Page 7 Also the more rigid the ring system is the less vibration will be noticed. Two rings are better than one. Low profile rings are better than tall rings. 9-If you’re taking terrestrial pictures and using low powers to scan, try adding a little extra friction.
- Page 8 Sidereal Clock---ON RS-232 Baud Rate---user selected if RS-232 port is used SiTech Mode---OFF Ash Tripod Specifications Top plate: 6” diameter with captive 3/8”-16 mounting knob. All aluminum is Hard Coat anodized, and machined to close tolerance from sold blocks! Height: •Standard Tripod: from ground to base 43”...
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Page 9: Warranty
If the DiscMounts or its associated parts fail due to defective material or workmanship within one year of shipment, the unit or parts will be repaired or replaced free of charge.
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