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I've been using a different way to set the DEC home position, one which is done with the scope and counterweights in place.
- Following Martin's procedure, I complete step 7 then lock the RA scale;
- Keeping the RA clutch tightened and the RA axis horizontal and level, I then rotate the telescope on the dec axis until it is level, measuring with spirit level;
- Lock the DEC clutch;
- I set the DEC scale to (90 minus latitude). I'm in Melbourne, so this is 90 - 38 = 52.
- I then lock the DEC Scale, loosen the clutches and rotate the axis to read RA = 0 hours, DEC = 90 degrees.
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