Nexstar 130 User Manual
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The Star Pointer comes equipped with a variable brightness control, two axes alignment control and mounting brackets. Before the
Star Pointer is ready to be used, it must be attached to the telescope tube and properly aligned:
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1.
Slide the Star Pointer onto the dovetail mounting platform on top of the focuser assembly so that the sight tube is facing
towards the front of the tube.
2.
Tighten the mounting screw to secure the Star Pointer in place.
Star Pointer Operation
The star pointer is powered by a long life 3-volt lithium battery (#CR2032) located underneath the front portion of the Star Pointer.
Like all finderscopes, the Star Pointer must be properly aligned with the main telescope before it can be used. This is a simple process
using the azimuth and altitude control knobs located on the side and bottom of the Star Pointer. The alignment procedure is best done
at night since the LED dot will be difficult to see during the day.
To align the Star Pointer finderscope:
1.
Before using the StarPointer, you must first remove the protective plastic cover between the battery and the battery clip.
2.
To turn on the Star Pointer, slide the On/Off switch to the 1 "On" position. To increase the brightness level of the red dot,
slide the switch to the 2 "On" position.
3.
Locate a bright star or the Moon and center it in a low power eyepiece in the main telescope.
4.
With both eyes open, look through the glass window at the alignment star.
5.
If the Star Pointer is perfectly aligned, you will see the red LED dot overlap the alignment star. If the Star Pointer is not
aligned, take notice of where the red dot is relative to the bright star.
6.
Without moving the main telescope, turn the Star Pointer's azimuth and altitude adjustment knobs until the red dot is
directly over the alignment star.
The Star Pointer is now ready to be used. Remember to always turn the power off after you have found an object. This will
extend the life of both the battery and the LED.
Glass Window
Battery
Dovetail Mounting Bracket
Altitude Adjustment
Knob
On / OFF / Brightness
Switch
Figure 2-8 – The StarPointer Finderscope with Mounting Bracket
Azimuth Adjustment Screw (Adjustment knob
located on opposite side)
Mounting Screw