Glossary

Guiding Rate

updated:  2021-07-27


This is an advanced function for autoguiding using an iEQ45 Pro mount when a guiding camera is used either via a Guide Port (ST-4) or using the ASCOM protocol. 


Before using autoguiding, align the polar axis carefully. Select an appropriate guiding speed. The latest firmware allows you to set the R.A. and DEC guiding speed differently. The R.A. guiding speed can be set between ±0.01X to ±0.90X sidereal rate. The DEC guiding speed can be set between ±0.10X to ±0.99X sidereal rate. Follow the instructions of your autoguiding software for detailed guiding operation.


Standard setting: using a iEQ45 mount set to a mount speed or guiding rate of 0.25 on both axis


Guiding Rate (iEQ45 Pro)


This is an advanced function for autoguiding when a guiding camera is used either via a Guide Port (ST-4) or using the ASCOM protocol. 


Before autoguiding, 

  • align the polar axis carefully. 
  • Select an appropriate guiding speed. 
  • The latest firmware allows you to set the R.A. and DEC guiding speed differently. 
  • The R.A. guiding speed can be set between ±0.01X to ±0.90X sidereal rate. 
  • The DEC guiding speed can be set between ±0.10X to ±0.99X sidereal rate. 
  • Follow the instructions of your autoguiding software for detailed guiding operation. 
  • Set Up Time and Site Set Beep 
  • Set Display 
  • Set Guiding Rate 
  • Set Tracking Rate 
  • Set Parking Position
  • Set Meridian Treatment 
  • Set Altitude Limit 
  • Set Up Time and Site Set Beep 

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