Quick-Start Guide .......................................................... 4
How to Attach the Tripod to the Telescope .................... 4
Telescope Features ...................................................... 7
AutoStar
®
II Features ......................................................10
Getting Started ..............................................................13
Parts Listing ..............................................................13
How to Assemble Your Telescope ............................13
Choosing an Eyepiece ..............................................15
Mounting and Adjusting the Viewfinder ....................16
Observing ......................................................................17
Observing by Moving the Telescope Manually..........17
Terrestrial Observing ................................................17
Observing Using AutoStar II’s Arrow Keys................17
Focusing the Eyepiece with the Microfocuser ..........18
Slew Speeds ............................................................18
Observe the Moon, Astronomical Observing ..........19
To Track an Object Automatically ..............................19
Moving Through AutoStar II’s Menus ..................19
Automatic Alignment............................................19
Observe a Star Using Automatic Tracking ..........21
Go To Saturn ............................................................21
Using the Guided Tour ..............................................21
Basic AutoStar II Operation............................................23
AutoStar II Navigation Exercise ................................23
Navigating AutoStar II ..............................................24
AutoStar II Menus ........................................................25
Menu Tree ................................................................25
Object Menu ............................................................26
Event Menu ..............................................................27
Glossary Menu, Utilities Menu ..................................28
Setup Menu ..............................................................29
Hot Button Menus ....................................................32
Advanced AutoStar II Features ......................................33
Adding Observing Sites ............................................33
Creating User Objects ..............................................34
Observing Satellites, Landmarks ..............................35
Identify ......................................................................36
Browse ......................................................................37
Alternate Alt/Az Alignment Methods ........................38
Initialize AutoStar II (for Alternate Alignments) ........38
Easy (Two-Star) Alignment ......................................38
Two-Star Alt/Az Alignment ........................................39
To Set the Home Position Manually ....................39
One-Star Alt/Az Alignment ........................................39
Periodic Error Correction ..........................................40
Photography ..................................................................41
Optional Accessories......................................................44
Maintenance, Collimation ..............................................47
Contacting Customer Support........................................49
Specifications ................................................................50
Appendix A: Equatorial (Polar) Alignment ......................53
Appendix B: Latitude Chart ............................................58
Appendix C: How to Create Your Own Guided Tour ......59
Appendix D: Training the Drive ......................................63
Appendix E: The Moon Menu ........................................64
Appendix F: 16" LX200-ACF Features ..........................65
Appendix G: 14" LX200-ACF Features ..........................69
Appendix H: De-rotator and Microfocuser Assembly......70
Appendix I: Smart Mount................................................71
Appendix J: Previous Tripod Model Setup......................73
Basic Astronomy ............................................................74
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Battery Safety Instructions
• Always purchase the correct size and
grade of battery most suitable for the
intended use.
• 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.
• Seek medical advice immediately if a
battery has been swallowed.
16" LX200
®
-ACF Users: See APPENDIX F,
page 65, for features unique to the 16"
model.
14" LX200
®
-ACF Users: See APPENDIX G,
page 69, for features unique to the 14"
model.
