Hutech Motorized Alt-Az Mount
1/15/2003
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Hutech AZM-100/200
Motorized Alt-Az Mount
The Hutech motorized mount is a light-weight alt-az mount
capable of carrying up to a 3 kg load and mounted either on a
standard 3/8-16 thread photographic tripod (AZM-100) or supplied
together with an optional tripod (AZM-200). Electric slewing in
both axes allows for easy centering and tracking of objects
without the vibration caused by manually manipulating the tripod.
Tripod Setup
For the tripod supplied with the AZM-200,
a. Set the tripod on firm, level ground such as a paved parking
lot or walkway.
b. Expand the legs outwards until the stay bars are horizontal.
c. Loosen the leg extension clamps to adjust leg lengths as
desired and tighten them firmly.
d. Install the accessory tray at the center of stay bars.
When using a photographic tripod (AZM-100 head) be sure to use
one which has an adequate load capacity for the alt-az head plus
your scope and eyepieces. Deploy the tripod according to the
manufacturer’s instructions, then attach the AZM-100 alt-az head to
the top of the tripod in a level position. Note that the AZM-200 head
cannot be used with a photographic tripod without an adapter. The
tripod’s clamps should be securely tightened at all times since any
adjustments in viewing position will be done via the alt-az mount’s
controls.
Mount Setup
The mount requires 12VDC for operation. A compact power pack, which holds
8 AA batteries, is supplied with the mount. For extended operation, an optional
AC adapter or cigarette lighter adapter is available. If you supply your own
power adapter, verify the connector size and polarity in the specification
section at the end of this document.
Connection procedure:
a. With the switch off, plug the hand controller connector into the mount.
b. Put fresh batteries into the battery holder and place it into the supplied battery pouch.
c. Plug the power connector into the mount.
