Section 1 - Introduction
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1.1.1. Quick Start Guide – Summary
Before First Light:
1. Attach the 2” nosepiece or other adapter to secure the camera to your telescope, or the
camera lens adapter if you intend to use a lens rather than a telescope.
2. Attach the handles if desired.
3. Install filters if needed.
4. Install software on the computer(s) that you will use to control the camera.
Before each imaging session, with your computer on and software ready:
5. Attach the remote guiding head to the camera if you intend to use remote guiding. Do not
connect or disconnect the remote head with the power on. If you are unsure it is a good
idea to attach it anyway because if you decide to use it in the middle of an observing session
you will have to shut down the main camera before connecting the remote head. This could
be inconvenient. You can always select the internal guider when the remote head is
connected.
6. Attach the STL-RC adapter and relay cable to the camera.
7. Attach the water supply and return tubes and have the water supply and/or pump ready if
you intend to use water-cooling.
8. Attach the power to the camera.
9. Attach the USB cable to the camera last. With the camera powered up and the USB cable
attached you should see the STAT LED flicker as the camera downloads the drivers from
your computer (this is automatic). After a couple of seconds the fan should come on and
the STAT LED should glow steady.
10. Referring to your software instructions, use your camera control software to Establish a
Communications link between your computer and the camera.
Your camera is now ready to be controlled by your computer. You should refer to your software
manual or instructions for details on focusing, capturing images, taking dark frames, self-
guiding, etc.
1.1.2. Unpacking the Camera
It is always a good idea to check over your new camera to make sure that you have received all
necessary parts and standard accessories. Each Research Series camera is packed in a deluxe
custom carrying case. This case should contain all the items necessary to operate your camera.,
except for optional color, photometric or narrow band filters which are shipped separately.