Meade LS 8 inch User Manual - Page 3

CONTENTS Introduction The most sophisticated and easiest to use telescope ever 3 Landmarks 30 Observing Satellites 31 Terrestrial Observing 32 Getting Started Assembling the Telescope and using LightSwitch Assembling the tripod 5 Mounting the tripod 6 Installing the batteries 6 Using an AC Adapter or DC Power Cord 6 Attaching Accessories 7 Telescope is now Fully Assembled 7 Powering up the Telescope - LightSwitch Technology 8 AutoStar III Handbox - Basic Usage Basics 9 Navigating the Menus 9 Changing Modes 10 Menu Mode 10 Scope Info Mode 10 Sky Map Mode 10 Shortcuts 10 LS Key Features Telescope Key Features identified on the Telescope 11 Key Features Explained 13 Using the Red-Dot Finder 15 Adjusting the Red-Dot Finder 15 Optional MEADE® Accessories Choosing Eyepieces 16 Meade Series 4000 Super Plössl Eyepieces . . . . .16 Meade Series 5000 Premium Eyepieces 17 Power Supplies 18 Imagers and related Accessories 18 AutoStar III Handbox Buttons, Display and their functions 19 Menu Tree 23 Guided Tour Menu 24 Object Menu 24 Event Menu 25 Take Picture Menu 25 Utilities Menu 26 Setup Menu 27 Advanced LS Features Two Star Alt Az Alignment 29 One Star Alt Az Alignment 30 Finding objects not in the database 30 ® The name "Meade," "AutoStar", "LightSwitch" and the Meade logo are trademarks registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and in principal countries throughout the world. "SmartFinder", "Deep Sky Imager", "LS", and "Tonight's Best" are trademarks of Meade Instruments Corporation. Patents: US 7,277,223, US 7,079,317, US 7,092,156 US 6,304,376, US 7,221,527, US 6,922,283 US 6,392,799 Maintenance Basic Maintenance 33 Collimation 33 Inspecting the Optics 35 Gauging the Movement of the Telescope 35 Updating Your LS Firmware 35 SD Card for Updates and Image Storage 36 Meade Customer Service How to get in contact 36 Appendix A: Training the Drive 37 Appendix B: Creating User Objects 38 Appendix C: Basic Astronomy 39 Specifications LS-6 ACF 41 LS-6 SC 42 LS-8 ACF 43 LS-8 SC 44 Declarations FCC 45 WEEE 46 Meade Warranty One Year Limited Warranty Back Cover BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: • Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery: 8 x "C-type" Alkaline batteries (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. • Seek medical advice immediately if a battery has been swallowed. Caution: If batteries or parts are swallowed, see a doctor immediately. © 2009 Meade Instruments Corporation. INDEX