The barlow lens also accepts filters. Simply thread them onto the front of the barlow lens when it is installed on the binoviewer.
Solar Observing
Your binoviewer reveals copious detail on our nearest star, the Sun. A white light solar filter placed on the front aperture of your telescope will provide a safe view of the Sun accentuated by the binoviewer. These views are best enjoyed at medium power, from 50 to 100X. Never look through a telescope without using a safe solar filter!
Storage
Although your binoviewer is durable, it should avoid prolonged, unnecessary exposure to the elements. Keep the binoviewer in its case, with caps on when not in use. It is also recommended to leave the binoviewer in a dry place with caps off and case open overnight to let it completely dry out.
Store the instrument in a cool, dry place; storage in a humid environment will result in mold growth on the exterior of the prisms that can destroy optical coatings. This is not covered by the warranty.
Cleaning
The prisms of the binoviewer and lenses of the 2x barlow lens are coated with
prisms and lens surfaces if they get noticeably dirty. Always use lens cleaning tissue and fluid specifically designed for telescope optical coatings. Do not use regular tissue or fluids made for eyeglasses or household use. Do not disassemble the binoviewer to clean it, with the exception of the chrome barrel, which may be unscrewed to better access the forward prism surface.
To clean the prism and lens surfaces, first blow air on the sur- face with a blower bulb or compressed air to remove any large particles. Then brush the surface with a soft lens brush and blow air on it again to remove any dislodged particles. Put two drops of lens cleaning fluid on a sheet of lens tissue; never put lens cleaning fluid directly onto the prism or lens. Wipe the sur- face gently with a circular motion, taking care to avoid undue pressure or rubbing, which can scratch the coatings. Quickly remove the excess fluid by wiping with a clean, dry lens tissue.
Specifications
Prism coatings: Fully
Prism type:
Interpupillary distance: 53mm to 74mm
Barlow lens: 2x, fully
Weight: 1 lb. 2 oz.
One-Year Limited Warranty
This Orion BinoViewer is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. During this warranty period Orion Telescopes & Binoculars will repair or replace, at Orion’s option, any warranted instrument that proves to be defective, provided it is returned postage paid to: Orion Warranty Repair, 89 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076. If the product is not registered, proof of purchase (such as a copy of the original invoice) is required.
This warranty does not apply if, in Orion’s judgment, the instrument has been abused, mishandled, or modified, nor does it apply to normal wear and tear. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. For further warranty service information, contact: Customer Service Department, Orion Telescopes & Binoculars, 89 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076;
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