Orion #27184 XT10I, #27183 XT8I, #27182 XT6I, #27189 XT12I Table of Contents Parts List, Unpacking

Congratulations on your purchase of an Orion SkyQuest XTi IntelliScope Dobsonian. It is a high-perfor- mance astronomical instrument designed to provide dazzling views of celestial objects and unprecedent- ed ease of use. With the addition of the optional IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator (Controller), you gain the ability to locate and view thousands of celestial objects with the push of a button. Searching for faint objects – so often a source of frustration for telescope users – is a thing of the past, as the Intel- liScope’s high-resolution digital encoders find them for you in seconds. It’s so easy!

Your SkyQuest IntelliScope will provide years of stargazing enjoyment, thanks to its large-aperture, preci- sion optics; its innovative, user-friendly design; its complement of outstanding features and accessories; and most of all, its easy object locating technology. We hope you enjoy your journey through the universe!

Please read these instructions thoroughly before beginning assembly and subsequent use of the telescope.

Table of Contents Parts List

1. Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Box #1: Optical Tube Assembly and Accessories

2. Assembly		4	Qty
3. Using Your Telescope		11	1
4. Alignment (Collimation) of the Optical System . . . .	15		1
5. Astronomical Observing	. 17		1
6. IntelliScope Computerized Object Location		20	1
7. Care and Maintenance		21	1
8. Specifications		22	1
1. Unpacking			1
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The telescope is packed in two boxes (three for the XT12i),			2
one containing the optical tube assembly and accessories,			1
the other containing the unassembled Dobsonian base (the			1
third box for the XT12i includes the mirror and cell). Be care-
			1
ful unpacking the boxes. We recommend keeping the original
shipping containers. In the event that the telescope needs to			2
be shipped to another location, or returned to Orion for war-
			2
ranty repair, having the proper shipping containers will help
ensure that your telescope will survive the journey intact.			1
Make sure all the parts in the Parts List are present. Be sure			1
to check boxes carefully, as some parts are small. If anything			1
appears to be missing or broken, immediately call Orion Cus-

tomer Support (800-676-1343) or email: 1

Description

Optical tube assembly Dust cover

25mm Sirius Plössl eyepiece, 1.25" 10mm Sirius Plössl eyepiece, 1.25"

9x50 Right-angle correct-image finder scope (6x30 for the XT6i) with bracket

Collimation cap

4-Hole eyepiece rack (3-hole for XT6i) Eyepiece rack mounting screws Tensioning/Retaining knobs Tensioning knob nylon washer (white) Tensioning knob metal washer Handle

Handle mounting hex-head screws Handle mounting screw washers Crescent wrench

Azimuth encoder board Encoder connector board Azimuth encoder disk

sales@telescope.com for assistance.

Warning: Never look directly at the Sun through your telescope or its finder scope— even for an instant—without a professionally made solar filter that completely covers the front of the instrument, or permanent eye damage could result. Young children should use this telescope only with adult supervision.

Box #2: Dobsonian Base

Qty Description

1Left panel

1Right panel

1Front brace

1Top baseplate

1Ground baseplate

12Base assembly wood screws (length 2", black)

2Hex keys (4mm, 2mm)

3