iOptron SmartStar 8503 - Manual

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Quick Start Guide
SmartStar
®
E Series Systems
(8500, 8502, 8503, and 8504)
SmartStar
®
G Series Systems with GPS
(8800, 8802, 8803, and 8804)
Step 1.
Extend tripod legs to full extension.
Step 2.
Attach mount to tripod using the long bolt (#7). Slide tray on
bottom of shaft. Then screw on round black knob (#9).
Step 3a.
Note: you may use 8 AA batteries (Step 3) or the AC
adaptor (Step 5) to operate the mount.
Lift the battery cover. Carefully pull out the battery holder
from the compartment. Be sure not to accidentally
disconnect the wires.
Step 3b.
Insert 8 AA batteries
(not included) in the holder. Refer to the
diagram on the holder to orient the batteries properly.
Replace the holder back into the battery compartment and
replace the lid.
For reference: the battery pack fits in with wires on the
bottom right
(See arrow in photo) . Use only fresh batteries.
Using old or low batteries may cause error messages.
Step 4.
Attach telescope to mount using dovetail lock knob (#2).
(Picture shows 80mm refractor. However all scopes will
attach in the same manner.)
#9 knob
#7 bolt
#2 knob