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6.2.8. Enter R.A. DEC
Here you can go to a target by entering its
R.A. and DEC numbers.
6.3. Sync to Target
This operation will match the telescope's
current coordinates to Target Right
Ascension and Declination. After slew to an
object, press MENU—then scroll to “Sync to
Target” and press ENTER. Follow the
screen to do the sync. Using this function
will re-calibrate the computer to the
selected object. Multiple syncs can be
performed if needed.
“Sync to Target” will only work after “Select
and slew” is performed. Otherwise, the
system may perform incorrectly. You can
change the slewing speed to make the
centering procedure easier. Simply press a
number (1 through 9) to change the speed.
The default slew speed is 64X.
“Sync to Target” does the same thing as
one star alignment except that you choose
the object to “sync” to. One star alignment
chooses the star/object for you.
6.4. Electric Focuser
If you have an electric focuser in your
system and it is supported by GOTONOVA,
use this option to adjust the focuser. Use
◄► for coarse tuning and ▼▲ for fine
tuning.
Refer to your Electric Focuser operation
manual for detailed instruction.
6.5. Set Up Controller
6.5.1. Set Up Local Time
Refer to 4.2.2.
6.5.2. Set Up Site
Refer to 4.2.1.
6.5.3. Set N/S Hemisphere
Set north or south hemisphere.
6.5.4. Set Display Contrast
Use arrow keys to adjust LCD display
contrast.
6.5.5. Set Eyepiece Light
If you have an illuminated-reticule eyepiece
or illuminated polar scope, and it is
supported by GOTONOVA hand controller--
use this option to adjust the light intensity.
6.5.6. Set Backlight
Adjust LCD and keypad backlight.
6.5.7. Set Anti-backlash
Use Array Keys to move the cursor and
Number Keys to change the number. 0 is
suggested for Alt/Azi mount. For an EQ
mount, the default setting is 150 for both
DEC and R.A.
6.5.8. Set Key Beep
Turn the key beep on/off.
6.5.9. Set Mount Type
Although MiniTower Pro is an Alt/Azi mount
the controller can be used for either
Equatorial Mount or Alt/Azi Mount. This
command changes between the two
positons (EQ and AltAz).
6.5.10. Reset All
Reset all settings to factory default data.