Orion 100 EQ instruction manual Finder scope

Models: 100 EQ

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Tube mounting rings

Finder scope bracket

Objective lens

Eyepiece

Star diagonal

Tube ring

Focus knob

attachment knobs

Declination slow-motion control cable

Counterweight shaft

Right Ascension (R.A.)

Counterweight

slow-motion control cable

Counterweight lock knob

Polar axis finder scope

“Toe saver”

Latitude scale

Tripod leg

Latitude adjustment T-bolts

Accessory tray bracket

Accessory tray

Leg lock knob

Figure 1. The AstroView 100 EQ Reflector.

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Contents

INSTRUCTION MANUAL #9862 100mm Equatorial Refracting TelescopeOrion AstroView 100 EQ Customer SupportFinder scope 1. Parts List Table of Contents2. Assembly 1. Parts list 2. Assembly 3. Getting StartedFinder scope bracket Finder scope Focusing lock ring Nylon thumbscrews TensionerFigure 4a 3. Getting StartedInstalling the Finder Scope Figure 4bFocusing the finder scope 4. Setting up and Using the Equatorial MountFocusing the Telescope Viewing with Eyeglassesaxis ight Ascension Polar AlignmentAligning the Polar Axis Finder Scope Date circle Ring with engraved time meridian indicator markThe Polar Axis Finder Scope Polar scopeOptional Motor Drive Using the Polar Axis FinderTracking Celestial Objects Finding Objects With the Setting Circles Understanding the Setting CirclesCalibrating the Right Ascension Setting Circle R.A. 5h 35.4m DecCooling Your Telescope 5. Astronomical ObservingSite Selection Seeing and Transparency600mm = 24x 25mm Calculating Magnification PowerTelescope focal length = Magnification Eyepiece focal length Use of 2 EyepiecesC. The Sun A. The MoonB. The Planets D. Stars6. Terrestrial Observing 7. PhotographyCleaning Lenses 9. Care and Maintenance8. Collimation One-Year Limited Warranty 10. SpecificationsOrion Telescopes & Binoculars Customer Support Help Line 800676-1343 Day or Evening