2. Telescope Assembly

Step 1. Preparing the Tripod

Unlock the tripod leg locks (#10).

Extend tripod legs.

Lock the leg locks afterwards.

 

#10

 

 

 

 

 

Step 1a.

 

 

 

Pull tripod legs apart to a fully opened position.

 

 

Tighten the center tripod lock knob (#9) to a firm feel to secure

 

#9

the tripod legs.

 

Caution: Make sure you loosen this lock knob before

 

 

 

 

collapsing the tripod to store away.

 

 

Threaded

Step 2. Attaching the Mount

 

Position center of the mount base to the threaded bolt of height

bolt #13

 

 

extender (#13) on tripod.

 

 

 

 

Turn the mount until it is securely fastened to the tripod.

 

 

Use height adjustment handle (#8) to adjust the height of the

Height lock

Height adjust.

mount if needed. (Caution: Do not extend beyond 6 inches.)

(#8)

Make sure to tighten the tripod height extender lock (#12).

(#12)

 

 

Step 3. Installing Batteries (not included)

Pull the batteries compartment cover (shown) open. Gently pull the batteries holder (shown next) out of the compartment to avoid breaking the attached wires.

Step 3a.

Insert 8 AA batteries (not included) according to the diagrams on the holder.**

Replace the holder back into the batteries compartment and replace the cover.

Note: fit the batteries holder back into the compartment with the attached wires at the bottom right corner (see arrow in the photo).

**Use only fresh batteries; do not mix fresh and old batteries;insufficient battery power may cause error messages;optional AC Adapter and Car Charger accessories are available at www.ioptron.com

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iOptron 8405 instruction manual Telescope Assembly, #10