Nexstar 130 Manuel D’Utilisation
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The NexStar SLT hand control has a phone jack type connector at the end of its cord. Plug the phone jack connector into the outlet at
the base of the telescope’s fork arm. Push the connector into the outlet until it clicks into place and place the hand control into its
holder as described previously in the Assembly section of the manual
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The NexStar SLT can be powered by 8 user supplied AA size alkaline batteries or an optional 12v AC adapter. To install batteries
into the NexStar:
into the NexStar:
1.
Squeeze the tabs on both sides of the battery compartment cover while lifting upward.
2.
Insert 8 AA batteries in to battery compartment holders.
3.
Place the battery compartment cover over the batteries and push down until the cover snaps in place.
4.
Flip the power switch to the “On” position. The light on the power button should come on.
In case of a loss of power, the optical tube can be moved by hand. However, when powered on, the telescope should always be
controlled via the hand control. The NexStar will lose its star alignment if moved by hand when powered on.
Figure 2-9 – The NexStar SLT Outlets
ON/Off Switch
Auxiliary Port
Hand
Control Port
Control Port
12v Power
Outlet
Outlet
Figure 2-10 – Removing the Battery
Compartment Cover