Orion 3 EQ instruction manual EZ Finder EZ Finder II bracket

Models: 3 EQ

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Declination slow-motion control cable

Declination lock knob

Declination setting circle

Counterweight shaft

Counterweight

Counterweight lock knob

Right Ascension lock knob (not shown)

Leg lock knob

Eyepiece

Focuser

Optical tube assembly

Right Ascension setting circle

Right Ascension slow-motion control cable

Latitude adjustment T-bolt

Tripod leg

Accessory tray bracket

Accessory tray

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Contents

Orion SpaceProbe 3 EQ EZ Finder EZ Finder II bracket Assembly Table of ContentsParts List UnpackingGetting Started Balancing the TelescopeOperating the EZ Finder II reflex finder Focusing the TelescopeDo You Wear Eyeglasses? Polar Alignment Setting up and Using the Equatorial MountAligning the EZ Finder Finding Objects With the Setting Circles Understanding the Setting CirclesCalibrating the Right Ascension Setting Circle Use of the R.A. and Dec Slow-Motion Control CablesChoosing an Observing Site Using Your TelescopeConfused About Pointing the Telescope? Seeing and TransparencyEyepiece Selection Cooling the TelescopeLet Your Eyes Dark-Adapt 700mm ÷ 25mm =Care and Maintenance Objects to ObserveSpecifications Aligning Secondary Mirror Appendix a Collimation Aligning MirrorsCollimation Cap Mirror Center Mark Adjusting the Primary Mirror Cleaning Lenses Appendix B Cleaning the OpticsStar-Testing the Telescope Cleaning MirrorsPage One-Year Limited Warranty