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- Page 1 General Original Instructions ASA AZ1500, f6 Keep it for future use! user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 1 of 69...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety instructions ......69 Physical installation ........ 31 17.2 Dismantling, final shutdown ....69 Requirements on site ......31 17.3 Disposal ..........69 user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 2 of 69... -
Page 3: General
2022-06 Release first version; Copyright ASA Astrosysteme GmbH, 2022 All rights reserved. Reprints, also in extracts, only permitted with the approval of ASA Astrosysteme GmbH. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 4: User Information
This user manual, especially the safety hints, have to be considered by all persons who work with this device. Furthermore, consider the safety regulations and regulations for accident prevention of the application site. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... -
Page 5: Warranty And Liability
• Compliance with the inspection and maintenance work and the inspection and maintenance intervals; • the exclusive use of original parts; user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 5 of 69... -
Page 6: Abusive Operation
When technical defects are unremedied before initial operation. • Usage of inadmissible facilities and tools. The manufacturer is not liable for damages caused by abusive operation. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 7: Presentation Of Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT! Obligation to a special behavior or an activity for the safe handling of the machine. Figures and overviews Figures and overviews are primarily for illustrative purposes. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... -
Page 8: General Safety Notes
The manufacturer is not liable for damages caused by not considering the user manual or inappropriate usage. This document was made with diligence. Anyhow there might be little contentual divergences. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... -
Page 9: Safety Related Hazards And Behaviour
Hints and signs located on the device must be considered in any case. Keep all the signs and hints located on the device in an impeccable and legible condition. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022... -
Page 10: Operator's Obligations
Only using impeccable and suitable tools and equipment; The staff working on this device must receive a training course to learn all safety installations and regulations. The personnel need to read all the chapters of this manual. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022... -
Page 11: Process Specific Hazards
6. Take care of not touching the telescope fans when they are switched on! This might cause hand injuries. 7. The product is designed to be operated by one person only. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022... -
Page 12: Safety Instructions
Emergency shutdown By pressing the emergency switches on the telescope fork , the motors power supply is interrupted. The device can then be moved by hand. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... -
Page 13: Ce Marking
Type label This contains information such as manufacturer, system or telescope type, serial number, performance data and year of production. Figure 1: type label (example) user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 14: Product Description
The telescope, focuser and derotator know their current position right after start-up. This device must only be used for observing objects in the sky, tracking satellites and satellite communication purposes. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022... -
Page 15: Overview
Tertiary mirror baffle, Tertiary mirror (M3) Foundation Primary mirror cover Telescope Control Unit (TCU) Encoder, motor elevation side 1 Light for flat screen (optional) user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 15 of 69... - Page 16 Nasmyth port 1 (Motor, Encoder) Balancing weights Nasmyth port 4 2-inch adapter for collimation Fans Telescope base connector Stray light covers Fork side 1, connectors user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 16 of 69...
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Page 17: Technical Specifications
(without fans, camera, …) Power consumption peak 1400 W; (acceleration, wind gusts, …) Power consumption fans 150 W; Power consumption heating user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 17 of 69... -
Page 18: Drives And Controllers
ASA absolute encoder, resolution = 0.1 µm; max. travel distance 30 mm; Derotator (optional) Consult ASA for details. Filter wheel (optional) Consult ASA for details. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 18 of 69... -
Page 19: Telescope Control Unit (Tcu)
The TCU can be accessed via Ethernet connection. A user’s computer is also required for operating the telescope (not included). 5.6.1 Software The TCU is a windows computer running ASA’s telescope control software Autoslew. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... -
Page 20: Dimensions
Product description Dimensions Figure 4: Dimensions /mm Figure 5: Dimensions /mm user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 20 of 69... -
Page 21: Backfocus
Product description Backfocus Figure 6: Backfocus for nasmyth ports 1 & 2 /mm Figure 7: Backfocus for nasmyth ports 3 & 4 /mm user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 21 of 69... -
Page 22: Brake For Elevation Axis
Rotate the buttons clockwise to release them. Figure 10: Emergency switches Only use the emergency switches in case of emergency! user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... -
Page 23: Transportation Locks
1. remove all covers on the backside of the main mirror cell; 2. every lasalle mechanism is secured with (2) 3. remove (2) of every lasalle mechanism; Figure 13: M1 motorized, transportation lock user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 24: Image Train
Figure 14: Image train (example) Fork Filter wheel (AFW20) Derotator (ADR10) Adapter (tilting) Adapter Camera Corrector (inside) Off axis guider user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 24 of 69... -
Page 25: Motorized Mirror Cover
Drive side 4 Cover CFK sandwich panel 5.14.1 Angle Angle [°] Flag 0 - 5 closed 5 - 85 intermediate > 85 open user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 25 of 69... - Page 26 Figure 16: Drive detail Slip clutch Position sensor Locknut Locknut position sensor Drive unit (DC, worm gear) Gear Controller board Clutch position sensor user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 26 of 69...
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Page 27: Delivery Contents
3. Filter Wheel; 4. Customer specific camera adapter; 5. Correctors: Field Flattener, Reducer, …; 6. UPS (uninterruptable power supply); 7. Light for flat screen (optional); user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 28: Transport
Packaging materials are valuable raw materials and, in many cases, can be reused or sensibly processed. Ensure that the packaging material is disposed of in a professional and environmentally friendly manner. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... - Page 29 1. Remove the plastic foil and cut the white straps with a knife. 2. Lift up the top cover. 3. Remove the lateral parts by lifting them up. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian...
- Page 30 If you are careful with unpacking the boxes can be reused. The smaller box (3) can be used for the primary mirror if it needs to be transported separately in future (e.g., for recoating). user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022...
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Page 31: Physical Installation
6. Road to observatory has to be negotiable for trucks. 7. Electric drill with SDS-plus chuck; 8. Appropriate vacuum cleaner for cleaning the drill holes; user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... -
Page 32: Requirements Of Concrete Foundation
< 300 Figure 20: foundation requirements ASA is not liable for any damages caused by inappropriately manufactured concrete foundations. Consult professional for constructing your foundation. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 33: Drilling Template
Put the thread rods into the drilled holes to check if the drill depth is correct. Remove the rods and insert a sufficient amount of concrete adhesive. Figure 22: Adhesive user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... - Page 34 Put M12 nuts onto the rods and put the template on them to align the thread bolts. Consider the curing time of the adhesive before continuing with the next steps. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022...
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Page 35: Lifting The Telescope Lower Part
Northern hemisphere: (1) is pointing in south direction) Southern hemisphere: (1) is pointing in north direction Figure 25: south (north) marking on the telescope base user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 36: Lifting The Telescope Upper Part
Figure 27: telescope put on the pillar Lifting the telescope upper part Remove (1) to gain access to the clamp terminals. Figure 28: preparation lower part user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 37: Connecting The Two Telescope Parts
Connecting the two telescope parts Be careful not to clamp the cables! ATTENTION! Watch your fingers when putting the upper part on the lower part! user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... - Page 38 (2) are located. Place the telescopic upper part on the lower part and fasten it with the screws supplied (1). Figure 30: fixing screws for telescope upper part user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian...
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Page 39: Connecting Cables
+24 VDC blue CAN Bus - H CAN Bus - H brown CAN Bus - L white CAN Bus - L user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 39 of 69... - Page 40 (2x cover) +24 VDC black blue CAN Bus - H brown CAN Bus - L white user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 40 of 69...
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Page 41: Stray Light Covers , Tertiary Mirror Cover, Transportation Lock
Remove the transportation locks (Figure 12, page 23); Figure 33: Stray light cover user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 42: Aligning The Telescope
Rotate the water level (1) by 90° and adjust the pitch in this direction too. Figure 35: Water level rotated by 90° After the telescope base is aligned perfectly tighten (1). user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 43: Centre The Azimuth Axis
2. Rotate it back for one complete revolution (340°). Now the axis is in the centre of the movement range. Figure 36: Centre azimuth axis user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 44: Electrical, Cabling
10.1 Overview CAT5E/CAT6 Ethernet cable Telescope cable CAT5E/CAT6 Ethernet cable Power Power cord cord Figure 37: Cabling overview * Not included Created by: olhe, 2022-06 user manual AZ1500 f6 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 44 of 69... -
Page 45: User Pc
Ethernet, 15 m; Accessories included 1. Wall mounting brackets for cabinet; 2. Adapter cable for various international connections; Figure 39: telescope cabinet user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 45 of 69... - Page 46 The remote power switch provides 8 110/230 VAC ports that can be switched on and off by using a web interface. 3 ports are used for powering the main drives controller, ancillary drives controller and telescope control unit (TCU). user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022...
- Page 47 Use one of the available ports to connect the Ethernet switch inside the cabinet to your local network. Use the AC cable to connect the cabinet to your 110/220 VAC power socket (UPS). user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022...
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Page 48: Connectors On The Telescope
In-/outlet for user cables you can lay wires for your equipment through this hole (see 10.6); user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... - Page 49 (see chapter 10.6); In-/outlet for user cables you can lay wires for your equipment through this hole (see chapter 10.6); user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022...
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Page 50: Fuses
Filterwheel, Derotator 7.5 A 10.5.2 Fork side 2 Figure 44:ststatsdftws Terminal # Device Power drives 15 A Filterwheel, Derotator 7.5 A user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 50 of 69... - Page 51 Electrical, Cabling 10.5.3 OTA side 1, right Terminal # function Power focuser cover cover tertiary drive 15 A 7.5 A 7.5 A user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 51 of 69...
- Page 52 10 A fans 10 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 10.5.5 OTA side 2, left Terminal # Device Power Cover Cover user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 52 of 69...
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Page 53: Connecting Cables For Camera And Other User Specific Devices
Only use cables that are suitable for flexible use, considering your local operating temperatures! Figure 46: user specific wiring user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 53 of 69... -
Page 54: Optics Collimation
Figure 47: remove baffle M3 Remove the tertiary mirror, open screws (1) on both sides; Don’t twist the screw (2); Figure 48: Remove M3 user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 54 of 69... -
Page 55: Collimation M2 And Tertiary Axis
Use (1,2,3,4) to align M2 until the collimation laser is in the centre of the cats eye. Work on both sides (1,2), (3,4). ✓ user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian page 55 of 69... - Page 56 The white ring is in the centre of the cats eye. ✓ Mount the tertiary mirror. Tight screws (1). Figure 51: remove M3 user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 56 of 69...
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Page 57: Collimating Nasmyth Ports
Mount the 2-inch adapters (2) on the nasmyth focus ports and insert the Collimation Laser (1) for pre-adjustment. Figure 53: Collimation laser - nasmyth port user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... - Page 58 With (2) you adjust the height of M3; Check the position of the laser point of the other nasmyth focus port; Figure 56: M3 vertical user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A...
- Page 59 Tilt the axle so that the laser point is in the centre of the secondary mirror . ✓ Check it with the Takahashi Collimation Scope. Figure 58: tertiary mirror offset user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A...
- Page 60 If it deviates only slightly on the other axis, this can be done by off-axis displacement with the derotator adapter. ✓ Figure 61: tertiary mirror offset user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A...
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Page 61: Primary Mirror (M1), Motorized Main Mirror Cell
The setting range is between -1000 and 1000 microns. The result is shown in Figure 64, page 62. Figure 62: ACC Collimation Window user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 61 of 69... -
Page 62: Mounting Camera , Filterwheel , Derotator Or Eyepiece
You can see the obscuration, caused by the secondary mirror, is not in the centre of the star. After collimation the obscuration should be centred, as you can see on the right picture. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022... - Page 63 Depending on your camera model and if you want to use accessories, such as derotator or filter wheel the setup looks different. Figure 65: nasmyth focus ports user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A...
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Page 64: Operation
These are available from ASA Astrosysteme; Information is also available on the manufacturer 's website: https://www.cyberpowersystems.com/product/pdu/switched/pdu41005/ 14 Software access Consult the document AZ1500 user manual software. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 65: Maintenance
Removal of dust, cobwebs, ... annually mirror Chapter 15.4 Mirror cleaning Depending on location, environmental conditions every 2 to 5 years recommended; user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A page 65 of 69... -
Page 66: Mirror Cleaning
5. If available, use compressed air to remove dust particles from the mirror surface. Figure 68: Covers primary mirror user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian... - Page 67 The alcohol flows down the mirror and takes the water with it and dries up without leaving droplets like water does. 9. Let the mirror dry. Figure 71: Mirror with paper user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A...
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Page 68: Replacement- And Spare Parts
• Carry out a new commissioning. 16.2 List of spare and wearing parts Contact ASA service for a list of parts for your specific device. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian version: 9600060A... -
Page 69: Disassembly / Disposal
Ensure professional disposal or hire a disposal company. In particular, lubricants must be disposed of with the necessary care. • If you have any questions about disposal, please contact the manufacturer. user manual AZ1500 f6 Created by: olhe, 2022-06 printed: 08.09.2022 approved by: aian...
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