iOptron SMARTSTAR CUBEPROTM 8200 User Manual

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SmartStar® CubePro™ GOTO AltAz Mount with GPS #8200

FEATURES

•Alt Azimuth Mount– The Cube™ The only mount of its kind for ultimate rotation

•Includes the GoToNovaTM Controller. The most intuitive controller on the market.

•130,000 object database with 256 user defined objects

•The largest LCD screen on the market with 8 lines and 21 character Hand Control with backlit LED buttons.

•USB Port for PC Laptop control and firmware upgrades (ASCOM protocol)

•Metal worm & gear for increased stability & performance

•Drive motor with 9 speed setting for precise tracking

•Dual axis Servomotor

•Standard equipment AC adaptor (Optional DC adaptor available)

•1 inch full height tripod with metal hinges

•Built in 32 Channel GPS

•12 lb. payload

PACKAGE CONTENTS

•Telescope Mount (with built in GPS)

•AC Adaptor with cord

•#8401 Hand Controller

•Controller Cable

•Tripod

•Tripod bolt (with black shaft) and Tray Lock

•Tripod Tray

•1.5 kg Counterweight

ONLINE CONTENTS (click under “Support” menu) www.iOptron.com

•Manuals (you will need to refer to the manual for details on set up and operation).

•Tips for set up

•Hand controller firmware upgrades (check online for latest version)

•Reviews and feedback from other customers

Quick Set up

Note: This is a brief outline for getting started. Please refer to the full manual at www.iOptron.com for

details.

2) Up

1)South

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 3.

Attach telescope to mount using dovetail lock (#2).

Step 4.

Set telescope to PARK POSITION. (1) Position the mount so that the “S” is facing south. (2) The telescope tube should be pointed directly up at the zenith. If it is not perfectly straight then loosen the altitude lock (#4) to adjust telescope.

Step 5.

Level the mount using the bubble on side of mount by adjusting tripod legs. It is also suggested to use additional levels to assure very precise level.

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