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Before operating the Sirius Pro AZ/EQ-G mount in equatorial mode for astropho-
tography, it must be accurately polar aligned. The SynScan hand controller pro-
vides a polar alignment routine to be performed after a 2-Star or 3-Star GoTo
alignment. You do not need a polar scope to perform the SynScan-based polar
alignment routine. Please refer to the SynScan hand controller manual for detailed
instructions.
This polar axis scope provides a convenient alternative to the SynScan-based
polar alignment method. Many people prefer a polar scope because of its ease
of use and the speed at which polar alignment can be achieved. This polar scope
mounts externally rather than inside the housing of the mount as is common with
many other polar scopes.
These instructions cover how to install and use the polar scope. Please read them
thoroughly before getting started.
1. Set up the Sirius Pro AZ/EQ-G mount
(Refer to the separate instruction
manual for that mount.)
It is recommended to load the mount with the
telescope and counterweights prior to polar alignment.
2. Loosen the two polar scope attachment knobs already installed on your
mount to remove the bubble level
(Figure 1), then attach the polar scope with
the same screws/knobs.
3. Attach the polar scope illuminator to the front of the polar scope
(Figure 2).
Figure 1.
A) Loosen the lock knobs on the mount to remove the bubble level. B) Then
replace it with the polar scope bracket and tighten the two lock knobs.
Attachment knobs
A
B
WARNING:
Never look directly at the Sun through your telescope—
even for an instant—without a professionally made solar filter that
completely covers the front of the instrument, or permanent eye
damage could result. Young children should use this telescope only
with adult supervision.
