Meade LX90-ACF 10 inch User Manual - Page 3

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. 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 ComaFree" 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. CONTENTS 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