DDM200 user manual - hardware
Created by: MPuchner 01.2020
version: 9600024A
Original user manual
page 54 of 66
printed: 25.02.2020
With DDM200 Twin
Move the mount to a position where both axes are horizontal. As you should start with the DE axis you can lock
the RA axis in a horizontal position using the RA locking brake.
Figure 67 - DDM200 Twin weight balancing
Now move the DE axis by hand and shift the telescopes inside the dovetail adapter or add or move counter
weights of the telescope until you achieve proper weight balance. If the telescope tilts to the front by itself, you
need to shift it back or mount a counterweight at the back.
If you are using 2 identical telescopes the RA axis should be in balance automatically. If you have different
telescopes or camera equipment you need to compensate that by adding counter weights on the lighter side.
Check the weight balance in different positions. The mount should never move by itself with switched-off
motors and unlocked brakes.
