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2.
Using the mount
There are a few things that need to be taken into account when using the Mesu-200 MKII, to prevent
damaging or misusage.
2.1.
(dis)engaging the motors and using the disk brakes
A new feature on the Mesu-200 MKII that you are able to couple and decouple the servo motors, to
make balancing your telescope easier. The two motors can be engaged and disengaged by operating
the black handle as shown in the following picture:
The brakes on the other side of the housing can be unlocked by turning them counter clockwise all
the way.
The brakes at the other side of the housings can be unlocked by turning them counter clockwise.
When you rotate the Dec. brake as far as possible it can't walk back when using the mount.
In that position the two axels can be rotated for balancing your setup.
You can start by locking the dec and balance the RA or in another way you prefer.
It is important not to drive the mount with the motors when it’s not balanced or when it's locked.
When your setup is balanced the motors can be in the drive position.
