Levenhuk SkyMatic 127 GT MAK - Инструкция по эксплуатации - Страница 9

Two-star alignment 

This process is similar to the brightest star alignment, with one exception: it is done without 
choosing the azimuth direction.

Choose the 2-Star Align option in the Star Alignment menu with scroll keys. Press ENTER to 
confirm the selection. 

The telescope will not turn to point at the first alignment star automatically, so you will have to 
do this manually, using the direction keys. You can increase the rotation rate of the servo motor 
by pressing the RATE key and scrolling through available options (0 is the slowest, 9 is the 
fastest).

Make sure that the star is centered in the field of view (you can use direction keys to center it) 
and press ENTER to confirm. Next, you will be prompted to choose a secondary alignment star 
from a list. Use scroll keys to choose the second star, and your telescope will automatically turn 
to point at the chosen star. Your hand controller will beep once the telescope has finished 
rotating. Do not try to adjust anything until you hear the beep. The only command that will be 
recognized by SynScan™ AZ at this time is ESC. Center the second star in the field of view with 
direction keys. If the alignment has been done properly, the screen will display the “Alignment 
Successful” message.

If something has gone wrong, the “Alignment Failed” message will be displayed, and the process 
has to be repeated. You can cancel the alignment process at any time by pressing the ESC key. 

A list of stars that are visible in your region will appear. Use scroll keys to select one as the 
primary alignment star. The telescope will not turn to point at the first alignment star 
automatically.

You have to do it manually, using the direction keys, so it is easier to choose a star that you are 
familiar with. Center the first star it in the field of view with direction keys.

Press ENTER to confirm the selection. Another list will appear for you to choose a secondary 
alignment star. Use scroll keys to choose a star and press ENTER to confirm. The telescope will 
automatically turn to point at the second star. Center it in the field of view with direction keys.

Press ENTER to confirm. If the alignment has been done properly, the “Alignment Successful” 
message will be displayed. If something has gone wrong, the “Alignment Failed” message will 
appear, and the process has to be repeated.

For best results, choose stars that are at least 60° apart, since the greater the distance between 
the stars, the more precise the alignment. Choosing the stars with the same R.A. coordinates will 
yield even better results. 

Pointing Accuracy Enhancement

Any of the above methods should give sufficient accuracy for your observations. However, if you 
require additional precision, you may find the Pointing Accuracy Enhancement (PAE) option of 
your SynScan™ AZ extremely useful. You can use this function in 85 different regions of the 
celestial sphere, which should be enough to cover all of it. Make sure that the region is already 
mapped by SynScan™ AZ before proceeding with PAE.

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