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- Page 1 Conforms to and meets the Instruction Manual Transmission Requirements of ISO 12312-2, Filters for MODELS # 71237 , 71238 Direct Observation of the Sun...
- Page 2 S ol ar B i noc ul ars CELESTRON ECLIPSMART BINOCULARS Thank you for your purchase of the Celestron EclipSmart binocular. We are confident it will bring you many years of enjoyable solar observation. As this EclipSmart binocular is a very specialized optical instrument, please read these instructions on its use and care before using it.
- Page 3 Sol a r Bi n o cu lars SET-UP AND USE OF YOUR CELESTRON ECLIPSMART BINOCULAR Because of its built-in solar filters, nothing less bright than the sun as seen from Earth should be able to be seen through an EclipSmart binocular. If you can see anything other than the Sun through these binoculars, do not attempt solar viewing with them and contact Celestron’s customer service department.
- Page 4 S ol ar B i noc ul ars 2. Adjusting Diopter EclipSmart binoculars feature a diopter Diopter compensation adjustment mechanism on the right eyepiece for sharpest focus. If you do not wish Adjustment Ring to make an initial diopter correction adjustment, simply check to make sure the indicator on the right eyepiece is set to the “zero”...
- Page 5 Sol a r Bi n o cu lars Unlike standard binoculars, in order to keep your eyes protected, proper use of the EclipSmart binocular requires that you position your eyes behind the eyecups BEFORE raising them into position to view the Sun. 1.
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Page 6: Adjusting Diopter
S ol ar B i noc ul ars 2. Adjusting Focus To focus your EclipSmart binocular, simply turn the large dial located between the two barrels until a sharp image of the solar disk is seen through the binocular. 3. Adjusting Diopter With the EclipSmart binocular safely positioned in front Focus of your eyes and the solar disk in view, without moving the... - Page 7 Sol a r Bi n o cu lars ACTIVITIES WITH YOUR CELESTRON ECLIPSMART BINOCULAR The Celestron EclipSmart binocular opens up the possibility of some amazing sky- viewing adventures to you. After all, by using it in accordance with these instructions,...
- Page 8 S ol ar B i noc ul ars A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is close enough to Earth in its orbit so that it blocks the entire disk of the Sun from view. The partial phases of a total solar eclipse leading up to totality are incredible to watch.
- Page 9 Sol a r Bi n o cu lars Now that you have a Celestron EclipSmart binocular to provide you a full view with both eyes at 10x magnification – the optimal way to view such an event - you are ready to be part of history.
- Page 10 S ol ar B i noc ul ars SUNSPOTS Sunspots are dark spots that appear on the photosphere, or visible “surface” of the Sun. They usually have a dark core, called the umbra, surrounded by a lighter border, called the penumbra. They form when large disturbances in the Sun’s magnetic field cool portions of the photosphere.
- Page 11 Sol a r Bi n o cu lars Try looking at the Sun every day and draw a picture of what you see. At the end of the week, compare your drawings and you’ll see how sunspots evolve. If you are observing an eclipse and there are large sunspot groups on the face of the Sun, it is fun to watch the Moon slowly cover and...
- Page 12 Binoculars do not need routine maintenance other than making sure that the objective lenses and eyepieces are kept clean. If repairs become necessary, please contact Celestron’s customer service department. Collimation (optical alignment) is the biggest concern with binoculars. If your binoculars are roughly handled or dropped, there is a good chance that the collimation will be out and they should be serviced.
- Page 13 Alternately, you could use the Celestron LensPen made especially for cleaning binoculars. NEVER ATTEMPT TO CLEAN YOUR BINOCULARS INTERNALLY OR TRY TO DISASSEMBLE THEM!
- Page 14 S ol ar B i noc ul ars PROBLEMS OR REPAIR If warranty problems arise or repairs are necessary, contact the Celestron technical support department if you live in the U.S.A. or Canada. If you live elsewhere, please contact the Celestron dealer you purchased the binoculars from or the Celestron distributor in your country (listings on the Celestron website).
- Page 15 Sol a r Bi n o cu lars NOTES ENGLISH |...
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Page 16: Warranty
Your binocular has the Limited Lifetime Warranty for U.S.A. and Canadian customers. For complete details of eligibility and for warranty information on customers in other countries visit the Celestron website: www.celestron.com This product is designed and intended for use by those 14 years of age and older.
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