Bresser FREEK VONK 9820408 Operating Instructions Manual page 14

Understanding your compass
• The compass dial shows the four cardinal directions N (north) – S (south) – E (east) – W (west) as well as
the intermediate directions NE (northeast) – SE (southeast) – SW (southwest) – NW (northwest). It also
has a degree dial that displays all 360 degrees of the circle.
• The magnetic needle has a red end to indicate north and a white end pointing at south.
• The orienting arrow is fixed and aligned to north within the dial.
Holding the compass correctly
Place the compass flat on your palm and your palm in front of your chest. This is the correct compass stance
when travelling. When using a map, place the map on a flat surface and put the compass on the map.
Checking your heading
To find out which direction you are heading, hold the compass in front of you so that the orienting arrow
faces the way you are walking. Then rotate your palm so that the N (for North) aligns with the red end of the
compass needle. Now you can check the direction you are facing on the compass.
Periscope
Look around corners, over walls or fallen trees: your peri-
scope offers great possibilities for exciting discoveries.
Inside the tube there are parallel mirrors positioned at both
ends at a 45-degree angle. That way the periscope allows you
to explore nature from different perspectives. It is perfect
for observing shy animals without disturbing them, because
you can watch them without being seen. The periscope also
provides a glimpse into elevated areas which are usually bey-
ond your reach. Use the device, for example, to inspect the
insects living high up in your garden hedge.
Using your periscope
1. Hold the periscope firmly with both hands.
2. Position one end of the periscope towards the object you want to observe.
3. Look through the other end, which is now the eyepiece. What can you see? Maybe a bird in a tree or bugs
on a bark?
4. Explore different areas by moving your periscope slowly.
NOTE: The periscope is not suitable for use underwater as the housing is not waterproof.
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