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- Page 1 AstroLite 70AZ Refractor Telescope INSTRUCTION MANUAL For ST-AZ30-70400 Scan QR code for set up video...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENT ASTROLITE TELESCOPE TABLE OF CONTNT ......... . 1 SOLAR WARNING . -
Page 3: Solar Warning
SOLAR WARNING ASTROLITE TELESCOPE FIG.1 Solar Warning Please be advised that solar observations require special precautions to ensure the safety of both your eyes and your equipment. The Sun emits intense and potentially harmful radiation, including ultraviolet and infrared light. Observing the Sun without proper solar rated gear can lead to irreversible damage to your eyes and equipment. -
Page 4: Introduction
This telescope carries a three year limited warranty. For details see our website at www.spectrumoi.com Some of the outstanding features of the AstroLite 70AZ telescope includes: • Fully coated glass optical elements for crisp clear images, • Aluminum optical tube assemble for best quality, •... -
Page 5: What's In The Box
WHAT’S IN THE BOX ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Parts List This section covers the parts included for your AstroLite Telescope. Each AstroLite 70AZ Refractor telescope comes in one box. The pieces in the box including the following: ④ ① ⑤ ② ③... -
Page 6: Parts Name
Parts’ Name Major Parts List This section covers the name of the major parts of your AstroLite 70AZ Refractor Telescopes. Objective Lens Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) Viewfinder Eyepiece Diagonal Focuser Vixen Dovetail OTA Lock Knob Mount Control handle Azimuth Lock Knob Tripod FIG.3 Major Parts... -
Page 7: Setting Up
SETTING UP ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Tripod tripod mount come preassembled so setting up is easy and you would not need any tools for setting telescope. It’s recommended to set up the telescope indoor first to get familiar with the set up process. Spread the tripod out fully (see Fig.4) and place the tripod on a relatively flat ground or table. -
Page 8: Optical Tube Assembly
SETTING UP ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Optical Tube Assembly Remove the protective paper covering the optical tube assembly before moving on. Please note that there are two threaded holes on the bottom of the Vixen dovetail. (see Fig.7) FIG.7 Locate the Vixen Dovetail on the OTA, usually in our signature gold color and locate the OTA lock knob on the mount (see Fig.8). -
Page 9: Accessories
SETTING UP ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Installing Accessories For the 70AZ Refractor, remove the two viewfinder locking nuts and install the viewfinder onto the OTA. Tighten the lock nuts back to secure the viewfinder. (See Fig.10) Remove the plastic plug at the back of the OTA and make sure the two thumbscrews do not protrude into the opening of the back of the OTA before... -
Page 10: Aligning Viewfinder
SETTING UP ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Aligning Viewfinder After installing the viewfinder onto the OTA, the viewfinder and OTA are not yet aligned. You may not see the same object through the eyepiece and the viewfinder. Aligning the OTA with the viewfinder is a necessary step before using the telescope. -
Page 11: Visual Viewing
SETTING UP ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Visual Viewing Now the telescope is eye-viewing ready. This telescope is exceptional viewing celestial object terrestrial object. To locate an object, first loosen the two axis lock knobs shown in Fig.16. rotate the handle bar CCW to unlock the Altitude axis. -
Page 12: Using With A Smartphone
SETTING UP ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Using with a Smartphone Please note that the Smartphone adapter included only works with the 10mm and 20mm eyepiece that come with telescope. Open the phone clamp and clamp the phone securely. (See Fig. 18) FIG.18 Loosen the big knob and rotate the phone clamp around until the camera is aligned with the hole on the phone clamp. -
Page 13: Using With A Remote Shutter
SETTING UP ASTROLITE TELESCOPE Using with the remote shutter Install the included battery into the remote shutter. Open the Bluetooth setting APP on your phone and connect to the device named “GB Shutter.” (See Fig. 22) If the device name did not appear on your phone, long press the button on the remote shutter until the device name appears. -
Page 14: Telescope Basics
TELESCOPE BASICS ASTROLITE TELESCOPE How to calculate Magnification Calculating the magnification of a telescope is a very straightforward and easy process that involves dividing the telescope’s focal length by the eyepieces’ focal length. The Focal length is the distance from the primary lens or the mirror to the point where the incoming light converges. -
Page 15: Celestial Observing
TELESCOPE BASICS AZ60 TELESCOPE Celestial Observing Once your telescope is set up completely, you are ready to observe any terrestrial and celestial objects. This section covers a few observing tips to help improve the viewing experience. PLEASE DO NOT LOOK AT THE SUN WITHOUT PROPER SOLAR FILTER. Moon Observing The Moon is one of the most famous celestial object in our solar system and it is the easiest to observe with a... -
Page 16: Telescope Maintenance
The main lens of the telescope is the most important part of the telescope, and all Spectrum Optical Instruments telescopes have high transmission glass optics for best performance. Each glass optic is fully coated, It is very important to protect the coating and prevent any potential damages which can cause significant decrease of performance. -
Page 17: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation... -
Page 18: Warranty
THREE-YEAR limited warranty from the date of purchase within the US. If a defect is identified on a new product, Spectrum Optical Instruments will repair or replace a product with proof of original purchase. -
Page 19: Return Policy
Return Policy As a condition to the obligation to repair or replace your product, the product needs to be returned to Spectrum Optical Instruments with proof of original purchase from Spectrum Optical Instruments or an authorized dealer. A claim is required to be filed before return of a product. A claim template can be obtained from Spectrum Optical Instruments by email. -
Page 20: Contact Us
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