10)Loosen the set screw on the star diagonal so that it does not obstruct the inner diameter of the barrel. Insert the chrome barrel of the 20mm eyepiece into the diagonal and tighten the set screw. See Figure B
11)Locate the StarPointer finderscope. Remove the knurled nuts on the threaded posts at the focuser end of the telescope tube. Mount the Star Pointer bracket by placing the bracket over the posts protruding from the tube and tightening it down with the knurled nuts. Orient the Star Pointer so that the glass window is facing towards the front of the tube.
12)Remove the lens cap from the front of the telescope.
Figure B
TELESCOPE OPERATION USING YOUR TELESCOPE
Star Pointer Finderscope
The Star Pointer is the quickest and easiest way to point your telescope exactly at a desired object in the sky. It's like having a laser pointer that you can shine directly onto the night sky. The Star Pointer is a zero magnification pointing tool that uses a coated glass window to superimpose the image of a small red dot onto the night sky. While keeping both eyes open when looking through the Star Pointer, simply move your telescope until the red dot, seen through the Star Pointer, merges with the object as seen with your unaided eye. The red dot is produced by a
On / OFF / Brightness
Switch
Altitude Adjustment
Knob
Azimuth Adjustment Screw (Adjustment knob located on opposite side)
Glass Window
Battery Compartment
Dovetail Mounting Bracket
Figure 1 – The StarPointer Finderscope with Mounting Bracket
To align the Star Pointer finderscope:
1.Before using the StarPointer, you must first remove the protective plastic cover between the battery and the battery clip.
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