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  • Page 2: Solar Warning

    SOLAR WARNING • Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with a telescope unless you have the proper solar filter. Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result. • Never use your telescope to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the telescope and any accessories attached to it.

  • Page 3: What's In The Box

    WHAT’S IN THE BOX We recommend saving your telescope box so it can be used to store the telescope when it is not in use. Unpack the box carefully as some parts are small. Use the parts list below to verify that all parts and accessories are present. PARTS LIST 1.

  • Page 4: Moving The Mount

    MOVING THE MOUNT The AstroMaster AZ mount can be moved by hand using the panning handle. To adjust the up and down angle of the mount, loosen the altitude clutch by turning the entire panning handle counterclockwise. Move the mount to the desired position and lock the clutch to secure the mount in place by turning the entire panning handle clockwise.

  • Page 5: The Starpointer Finderscope

    THE STAR DIAGONAL AND EYEPIECES The erect image star diagonal attaches to the focus tube of a refracting telescope and contains a small prism that reflects light at a 90° angle, providing a more comfortable viewing position. Because a star diagonal gives you a 100% correctly oriented image, you can easily use the telescope for daytime terrestrial observing.

  • Page 6: Changing The Finderscope Battery

    CHANGING THE FINDERSCOPE BATTERY To replace the StarPointer battery, remove the finder from the scope and turn it over. The battery compartment is located directly under the large lens assembly. Using a small screwdriver or your fingernail, gently lift straight up on the cover to remove it.
  • Page 7 USING THE SMARTPHONE STOP ADAPTER Open the eyepiece clamp and place it around the body of the Use the phone clamp knob to open the phone holder so that Turn on the phone and open your camera app. Make sure the eyepiece.
  • Page 8 USING THE BLUETOOTH REMOTE To insert or replace the battery, place your thumb in the center Press and hold the button on the remote for 5 seconds. A blue Using the Bluetooth settings on your phone, pair the device of the back cover, pressing inward and sliding downward light will turn on and, after a few seconds, start to blink.

  • Page 9: Your First Astronomical Observing Session

    Note: You may need to adjust the focus knobs when you change eyepieces, to make sure you are getting the sharpest image possible. Celestron’s free SkyPortal app for iOS and Android can help you locate and identify a wide array of celestial objects quickly and easily.

  • Page 10: Celestial Observing Tips

    CELESTIAL OBSERVING TIPS This section covers visual observing hints for both solar system and deep-sky objects as well as general observing conditions which will affect your ability to observe. MAGNIFICATION You can change the magnification of your telescope by simply changing eyepieces. Both telescopes and eyepieces have focal lengths that are measured in millimeters.

  • Page 11: Deep-Sky Objects

    THE PLANETS In addition to the Moon, your telescope is capable of observing the 5 brightest planets. Since planets change their positions against the background stars, you will need to consult sources on the web or use a planetarium app on a smart device to help you locate where these are.

  • Page 12: Selecting An Observing Site

    SELECTING AN OBSERVING SITE If you are going to be observing deep-sky objects, such as galaxies and nebulae, you should consider traveling to a dark sky site that is reasonably accessible. It should be away from city lights, a relatively unobstructed view of the horizon, and upwind of any major source of air pollution.

  • Page 13: Deep-Sky Observing Equipment

    You will need a steady hand to hold the phone to the eyepiece but you can get good results. • DSLR- Celestron offers adapters that will allow you to attach a Canon or Nikon DSLR body to the telescope in place of the eyepiece.

  • Page 14: Star Hopping

    This will prevent contaminants from entering the tubes. Internal adjustments and cleaning should be done only by the Celestron repair department. If your telescope is in need of internal cleaning, please call the factory for a return authorization number and price quote.

  • Page 15: Celestron Two Year Limited Warranty

    NOTE: This warranty is valid to U.S.A. and Canadian customers who have purchased this product from an authorized Celestron dealer in the U.S.A. or Canada. Warranty outside the U.S.A. and Canada is valid only to customers who purchased from a Celestron’s International Distributor or Authorized Celestron Dealer in the specific country. Please contact them for any warranty service.

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