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2.2.
Mounting the counterweight bar
When mounting the counterweight bar, it is important to put it in all the way, so that the notch
hooks into the second plate of the counterweight bar hole:
2.3. Balancing the setup
Your setup needs to be balanced as good as possible but at least within 10 Nm.
It can be done with the brake fully open and the motors disengaged.
2.3.1. Questions about balancing the Mesu-200 MKII
Much is said about balancing a friction driven mount some questions and answers can clear up
things.
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Does it slip?
Yes it can slip, above 10Nm. under 10Nm it is stiffer and smoother than all other telescope
drive systems.
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Will it damage when it slips?
No not the Mesu-Mounts.
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Is balancing critical or difficult?
No, it only needs to be within 10 Nm.
After balancing the motors can be engaged and the mount can be slewed around with the hand pad
to any point you like.
