iOptron 8804 User Manual

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Quick Start Guide 
SmartStar
®
 E Series Systems 
(8500, 8502, 8503, and 8504)
 
SmartStar
®
 G Series Systems with GPS 
 
(8800, 8802, 8803, and 8804)
 
 
 
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 3a.  
 
Note: you may use 8 AA batteries (Step 3) or the AC 
adaptor (Step 5) to operate the mount. 
 
Lift the battery cover. Carefully pull out the battery holder 
from the compartment. Be sure not to accidentally 
disconnect the wires. 
 
Step 3b. 
Insert 8 AA batteries 
(not included) 
in the holder. Refer to the 
diagram on the holder to orient the batteries properly. 
Replace the holder back into the battery compartment and 
replace the lid. 
 
For reference: the battery pack fits in with wires on the 
bottom right 
(See arrow in photo)
Use only fresh batteries. 
Using old or low batteries may cause error messages. 
 
 
Step 4. 
Attach telescope to mount using dovetail lock knob (#2). 
 
(Picture shows 80mm refractor. However all scopes will 
attach in the same manner.) 
#9 knob 
#7 bolt 
#2 knob