SKY-WATCHER EQ6-R MOUNT User Manual

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2. Once the dials are calibrated, the mount can either be motor-driven or moved manually to
specied coordinates by referring to the dial readings.
3. The R.A. dial features two different scales: the lower scale is used to indicate the right as-
cension when mount is operating in the Southern Hemisphere; the upper scale is used to
indicate the right ascension when operating in the Northern Hemisphere.
4. The Dec. dial is divided into four quadrants of 90-degree scales, used to indicate the dec-
lination. Users should use the proper segment when calibrating the Dec. dial.
PART II: USING THE EQ6-R MOUNT
2.3 Adjusting the R.A. Axis’s Elevation and Azimuth
Azimuth Adjustment Knob
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Fig. 2.3
1. Use the two azimuth adjustment knobs to rotate the mount horizontally.
2. Use the two elevation adjustment bolts to rotate the R.A. axis vertically.
Note: Push the spring loaded handle towards the bolt to turn the bolt.
Warning: Make sure to loosen one altitude adjustment bolt before tighten the other.

SKY-WATCHER EQ6-R MOUNT Specifications

General

Brand	SKY-WATCHER
Model	EQ6-R MOUNT
Category	Camera Accessories
Language	English