If you want to use the iPort for another accessory, such as WIFI adapter (iStarFi #7434), or electronic
focuser (#8451/#8452), you may disconnect the GPS module after it picks up satellites signals and displays
GPS OK on hand controller. (It takes about 1 to 2 minutes in normal conditions).
STEP 9. Setting up the Hand Controller
The GEM45 mount is equipped with a GPS receiver which will receive the time, longitude and latitude
information for your current location from satellites after a link is established. However, there are still some
parameters which need to be entered to reflect your location, such as time zone information and whether
daylight saving time is currently in effect. This information will be stored in the hand controller memory along
with longitude and latitude coordinates until they need to be updated.
A clear sky and open space outside is needed for the GPS to establish a link with the satellites.
To set up the controller, press
MENU
=>
“
Settings
”:
Press
ENTER
and select “
Set Time and Site
”
Press
ENTER
. A time and site information screen will be displayed:
Set Local Time
The time will be updated automatically when the GPS receiver has established its link to the satellites. In
the event that the GPS module is unable to establish a link, local time can be entered manually. Use the
◄
or ► key to move the cursor _ and use the number keys to change the numbers. Use the ▲ or ▼ button to
toggle between “Y” and “N” for Daylight Saving Time, or “+” and “-“ for UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
setting. Hold the arrow key to fast forward or rewind the cursor.
In order to make the Hand Controller reflect your correct local time,
time zone information has to be
entered.
Press the
◄ or ► key, move the cursor to the third line “
UTC -300 Minute(s)
” to set the time zone
information (add or subtract 60 minutes per time zone). For example:
Boston is
“UTC -300 minutes”
Daylight Saving Time
Y
UTC -300 Minute(s)
2019-03-09 10:19:18
Longitude:W071d08m50s
Latitude: N42d30m32s
Northern Hemisphere
Set Time and Site
Beep Settings
Display Settings
Set Guiding Rate
Set Tracking Rate
Set Parking Position
Meridian Treatment
Set Altitude Limit
Set Eyepiece Light
Select and Slew
Sync. to Target
Alignment
Settings
Electric Focuser
PEC Options
Park Telescope
Edit User Objects
Firmware Information
