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1.2. Setup and alignment.
1.2.1. Setting up the tripod.
First check that all the necessary parts are present against the list of control elements. Remove the tripod (6),
loosen the tripod screws (15) for the extendable tripod legs and pull them out to the desired length. Now
tighten the tripod screws again so that the extended tripod legs are securely clamped. Do not overtighten, as
this could damage the construction. Please ensure adequate levelling. Now place the tripod tray (17) onto the
middle of the tripod spreader (16) and twist until it engages.
The Omegon EQ-320 mount can now be fitted to the tripod. Use the tripod centre screw (7) to secure the
mount to the tripod.
1.2.2. Polar height adjustment.
Now screw the counterweight rod (4) into the rear part of the elevation axis (2) facing the ground until it is
firmly seated. Before you push the counterweight (5) onto the counterweight rod (4), the polar height, i.e. the
latitude from which you are viewing, has to be set. To do this, loosen the clamping lever screw (10) and adjust
the inclination of the mount with the polar height adjustment screw (9) until the pointer for the angle
graduations is aligned with the latitude from which you are viewing.
(This is naturally not an exactly-
determined value, but is absolutely sufficient for visual observations)
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