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Attach the included accessories (eyepiece and Star
Pointer finderscope) and remove the front lens
cover. Turn-on the Star Pointer by rotating the dial
on the side. (For instructions on aligning the Star
Pointer see the
Assembly
section of the manual).
Rotate the tube so it is level with the ground. Lift
the battery compartment cover to install batteries.
Power the NexStar using the switch next to the 12v
outlet at the base of the fork arm.
Remove the NexStar from its packaging and place
the base on a sturdy, level surface. Remove the
accessories from their individual boxes.
Once powered on, the display will read
NexStar Ready.
Press ENTER to
AutoAlign
the NexStar. The hand control
display will ask you to move the telescope tube so that it is
level with the ground and facing the north horizon.
Use
the UP and Down arrow buttons to position the telescope
North and level.
(See
Astronomy Basics
for help on finding
North). The first time the NexStar is powered-on, you may
be prompted to select your telescope model. If so, see the
section on hand control operation for instruction.
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Focuser Knob
StarPointer Eyepiece
Flip Mirror
Battery Compartment
Cover