Using Smartfinder - Meade DS-2000 Series AutoStar-LNT-SmartFinder Instruction Manual

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Fig. 10: Attach the diagonal
prism (1), tighten prism
thumbscrews (2), insert the
eyepiece (3), tighten eye-
piece thumbscrews (4)
(Refractor models).
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Fig. 11: Insert the eyepiece
(1) into the eyepiece holder
(2), tighten eyepiece thumb-
screw (3) (Reflector models).
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Fig. 12: Insert eight AA-size
batteries inside the battery
compartment:
(1) Battery compartment
(2) Battery holder
(3) 9v connector
11. Insert the eyepiece: Remove the supplied eyepiece (3, Fig. 10) from its container and
place it in the diagonal prism ( refractor models only ; 1, Fig. 10) or directly into the eyepiece
holder (2, Fig. 11, reflector models only ) . Tighten the thumbscrews (2 and 4, Fig. 10, refrac-
tor models only ) to a firm feel only. Tighten the thumbscrew (3 , Fig. 11, reflector models
only ) to a firm feel only.
12. Insert batteries: The telescope's battery compartment (1, Fig. 12) is located on top of the
drive base. Open the battery compartment by lifting the cover and pulling it away from the
drive base.
Remove the battery holder from the compartment and carefully lift the 9v connector out
from the compartment. Take care not to accidentally detach the wires of the battery con-
nector from the base. Whenever you replace the batteries, to safeguard the wires, discon-
nect the 9v connector from the battery holder before removing the batteries.
Insert eight AA-size batteries into the battery holder, oriented as shown on the diagram on
the battery slots of the battery holder. Connect the 9v connector plug to the battery holder.
Carefully replace the battery holder back into the battery compartment. Replace the cover.
CAUTION: Use care to install batteries as indicated by the battery compartment.
Follow battery manufacturer's precautions. Do not install batteries backwards or
mix new and used batteries. Do not mix battery types. If these precautions are not
followed, batteries may explode, catch fire, or leak. Improperly installed batteries
void your Meade warranty. Always remove the batteries if they are not to be used
for a long period of time.
14. Connect Autostar and Smartfinder: Be certain that the power switch on the computer
control panel (C, Fig. 1c) is in the OFF position. Plug the coil cord of the Autostar Controller
into the HBX port (A, Fig. 1c ). Plug the coil cord of the Smartfinder into the AUX port (D,
Fig. 1c ). Turn on the power switch; the red LED lights when power is supplied to the panel.
Also see Fig. 13.
NOTE: The Autostar handbox does not require batteries; the telescope's batteries
supply power to Autostar.
15. Remove the dust cover: Pull out the dust cover (12, Fig. 1) from the optical tube assem-
bly (13, Fig. 1).
Assembly of the basic telescope is now complete.

Using SmartFinder

As with most astronomical telescopes, an eyepieces presents a narrow field of view to the
observer. As a result it is sometimes difficult to locate objects just using your eyepiece. The
SmartFinder has a projected red dot that helps you to locate objects as you move your tele-
scope.
To turn on SmartFinder's red dot (continuous, without blinking):
1. Press and hold MODE for two seconds. R.A and Dec. coordinates display.
2. Keep pressing the Scroll Down key until "Finder Set: Set" displays.
3. Press ENTER. "Finder Set: Intensity" displays.
4. Press the Scroll Down key. "Finder: Blink On" displays.
5. Press ENTER. A time value, in seconds, displays. For example, "00.5" may display
"00.5" is the amount of time, in seconds, that the red dot will blink "on." (For this example,
you may select or enter any value except "00.0.") Press ENTER.
6. Press the Scroll Down key. "Finder: Blink Off" displays.
7. Press ENTER. Use the Number keys to enter "00.0" or press the Scroll Down key until
"00.0" displays. "00.0" is the amount of time in seconds that the red dot will remain "off."
This
value, along with the value you chose in the "Finder: Blink On" menu, allows the red dot to
remain on without blinking. "00.0" means there is no "off" time, so the dot will remain on
continuously, without blinking.
8. Use these menus to set other blink rates. For example, If you select "00.1" in the Blink
Off
Looking at or near the Sun will cause irreversible damage to your eye. Do not point this telescope at or near the
Sun. Do not look through the telescope as it is moving.
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