Meade Instruments LX90 ACF/SC - Manual (Page 3)

Quick-Start Guide ........................................................ 4
How to Attach the Tripod to the Telescope.................... 4
Telescope Features .................................................... 7
Parts Listing ............................................................ 8
To Attach the Handbox Holder ................................ 9
AutoStar ® Features ......................................................10
Getting Started ............................................................13
How to Assemble Your Telescope ..........................14
Choosing an Eyepiece............................................15
Aligning the Viewfinder ..........................................15
Observing ....................................................................16
Observing By Moving the Telescope Manually ......16
Terrestrial Observing ..............................................16
Observing Using AutoStar’s Arrow Keys ................16
Slew Speeds ..........................................................17
Observe the Moon ..................................................17
To Track an Object Automatically ............................18
Moving Through AutoStar’s Menus ..................18
Initializing AutoStar............................................18
Easy (Two-Star) Alignment................................19
Go To Saturn ..........................................................21
Using the Guided Tour ............................................21
Global Positioning System......................................21
Basic AutoStar Operation ............................................22
AutoStar Navigation Exercise ................................22
Entering Data into AutoStar....................................23
Navigating AutoStar ................................................23
Menus and Menu Options ............................................24
Complete AutoStar Menu Structure........................24
Objects Menu..........................................................25
Event Menu ............................................................26
Glossary Menu ......................................................26
Utilities Menu ..........................................................26
Setup Menu ............................................................28
Advanced AutoStar Features ......................................31
Adding Observing Sites ..........................................31
Finding Objects Not in the Database......................32
Observing Satellites................................................33
Creating Your Own Guided Tour ............................34
Landmarks ..............................................................37
Identify ....................................................................38
Alternate Alt/Az Alignments ....................................38
Browse ....................................................................39
Photography with the LX90 ..........................................40
Optional Accessories ..................................................42
Maintenance ................................................................44
Collimation ........................................................44
Inspecting the Optics ........................................46
Gauging the Movement of the Telescope..........46
Meade Customer Service ................................46
Specifications ..............................................................47
Appendix A: Equatorial (Polar) Alignment....................49
Appendix B: Helpful Charts ..........................................54
Appendix C: Training the Drive ....................................55
Appendix D: Catadioptic Optical Systems ..................56
Warranty Information ......................................back page
CONTENTS
If you are anxious to use your telescope for
the first time, read the QUICK-START GUIDE
on pages 4, 5 and 6.
Specifications subject to change without notice. Images
shown in this instruction book may not be representative of
images seen with this telescope.
® The name “Meade”, “AutoStar” and the Meade logo are
trademarks registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark
Office and in principal countries throughout the world.
“Deep Sky Imager,” “LX90”, “LPI”, “ACF”, “Advanced Coma-
Free” and “Tonight’s Best” are trademarks of Meade
Instruments Corporation.
Patents:
US 6,304,376
US 6,392,799
US 6,563,636
D 422,610
Patent Pending.
© 2009 Meade Instruments Corporation.
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
• Always purchase the correct size and grade
of battery most suitable for the intended use (8
x “C-type”[ANSI 14A, 14AC / IEC LR14]).
• Always replace the whole set of batteries at
one time, taking care not to mix old and new
ones, or batteries of different types.
• Clean the battery contacts and also those of
the device prior to battery installation.
• Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with
regard to polarity (+ and -).
• Remove batteries from equipment which is not
to be used for an extended period of time.
• Remove used batteries promptly.
• Never attempt to recharge primary batteries as
this may cause leakage, fire, or explosion.
• Never short-circuit batteries as this may lead
to high temperatures, leakage, or explosion.
• Never heat batteries in order to revive them.
• Remember to switch off devices after use.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children;
small batteries may be ingested.
• Caution: If batteries or parts are swallowed,
see a doctor immediately.