Orion 9379 instruction manual Rotating the Scope in the Mounting Ring

Rotating the Scope in the Mounting Ring

The spotting scope can be rotated relative to the mounting ring, should you wish to change the orientation of the eyepiece for more comfortable viewing.With the mounting ring attached to the tripod, just grasp the body of the spotting scope and rotate it to the desired position.

Focusing the Spotting Scope

Point the spotting scope in the general direction of an object at least 24 feet away. Turn the focus knob with your fingers until the object comes into sharp focus. Make certain that you are turning the focus knob and not turning the zoom eyepiece. Go a little bit beyond sharp focus until the image just starts to blur again, the reverse the rotation of the knob, just to make sure you’ve hit the exact focus point.

Using the Zoom Eyepiece

The Dakota spotting scope provides continuous zoom magnifica- tion from 20x to 60x. The magnification is adjusted to the desired level by rotating the zoom ring on the eyepiece.The arrow indica- tor and magnification scale show the magnification setting. Changing the magnification may also require a slight refocusing to achieve the sharpest image.

For general use, it’s a good idea to start viewing at the lowest magnification (20x) until you’ve acquired your viewing target. Then you can zoom in to a higher magnification to see more detail. Note that as magnification increases, the images will not be as bright as they are at lower powers.

Roll-Down Eyecups

Your spotting scope features a roll-down eyecup on the zoom eyepiece. This eyecup is usually left in the up position for use without eyeglasses. To use the spotting scope with eyeglasses, simply roll down the eyeguard by folding it down on one side, then sliding your fingers around the eyeguard’s rim.

Care and Maintenance

Although the Dakota spotting scope is durable, it should avoid prolonged exposure to the elements. Keep the Dakota in its hard case and indoors when not in use.

All optics, when exposed to excessive temperature changes or high humidity, have the potential to fog up. In cold weather, allow the optics to adjust slowly to the outdoor temperature prior to use by storing the spotting scope (in its case) in a cool area, such as an unheated garage or the trunk of a car. Before bringing the spotting scope back inside a warm house after use, again store it in a cool area for an hour or two, then open the case, remove the spotting scope, take off the dust caps, and let everything dry overnight. Store the instrument in a cool, dry place; storage in a humid environment will result in mold growth that destroys the optical coatings. This is not covered by the warranty.

Cleaning the Lenses

The lens surfaces of the Dakota are coated with anti-reflection coatings, which can be damaged with careless handling. Avoid touching lens surfaces with your fingers or any coarse material. Clean the lenses if they get noticeably dirty. The dust that builds up on them promotes mold growth, which etches the glass and destroys the coatings. Always use lens cleaning tissue and fluid designed specifically for telescope optical coatings. Do not use

regular tissue or fluids made for eyeglasses or household use. Do not disassemble the spotting scope to clean it.

To clean the lenses, first blow air on the lens with a blower bulb or compressed air to remove any large particles.The brush the lens with a soft lens brush and blow air again to remove any dislodged particles. Put two drops of lens cleaning fluid on a sheet of lens tissue (never directly on the lens). Wipe the lens gently with a circular motion, taking care to avoid undue pressure or rubbing. Quickly remove the excess fluid by wiping with a clean, dry lens tissue. On the objective lens, clean only a small area at a time, using a fresh lens tissue on each area.

Using an Optional Camera Adapter

An optional camera adapter (#5223) is available for the Dakota zoom spotting scope.This adapter, along with an optional, brand- specific T-ring and 35mm SLR camera, can be used to take pictures through your spotting scope. To properly use the spot- ting scope and camera adapter, you must remove the lens from the camera and thread the T-ring in place of the lens. Remove the zoom eyepiece from the body of the spotting scope and replace it with the camera adapter. Then thread the camera and T-ring onto the camera adapter. When photographing, center the image in the camera’s viewfinder, and focus using the spotting scope’s focusing knob.

Specifications

Objective lens diameter: 62mm

Coatings: Fully coated with multi-coatings on objective lens

Magnification range: 20x to 60x continuous zoom

Field of view: 1.6° to .8°

Eye relief: 28.4mm - 19mm

Exit pupil: 3.1mm - 1.03mm

Close focus: 24 ft.

Tripod attachment: Mounting ring accepts 1/4"-20 mounting studs, spotting scope can rotate within mounting ring

Weight: 3 lbs. 3 oz.

Length: 16"

Tripod: Mini-tripod included

Case: Hard carry case included

Camera adapter: optional (#5223)

One-Year Limited Warranty

This Dakota spotting scope is warranted against defects in materi- als or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is for the benefit of the original retail pur- chaser 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 post- age 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; (800) 676-1343.

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