User manual MEADE 70 AZ-TR COMPACT REFRACTING TELESCOPE

[. . . ] Attach the viewfinder bracket by sliding the lip of the viewfinder base into the slot provided (20) in the rear cell. Slide the viewfinder tube (5) into the viewfinder holder (6) and tighten the viewfinder attachment screws (7). You may adjust the position of the Viewfinder by loosening the Viewfinder holder lock knob (8) and then moving the viewfinder to a convenient viewing position. Loosen the tripod lock ring (13) and lift or lower the telescope to a comfortable height. [. . . ] Use the MA17. 5mm eyepiece and center an object in the telescope's field of view. The included MA17. 5mm eyepiece is the best eyepiece to use for the initial finding and centering of an TO 1. The low power MA17. 5mm eyepiece presents a bright, wide field of view, ideal for terrestrial and general astronomical observing. For lunar and planetary viewing, switch to a higher power eyepiece such as the standard equipment MA9mm. If the image starts to become fuzzy as magnification is increased--back down to a lower power. If you are observing an astronomical object, you will immediately notice that the object moves in a rather slow but continuous motion across the telescopic field of view. This motion is caused by the rotation of the Earth which results in the motion of the object in the telescope's field of view. To keep astronomical objects centered, simply move the telescope using the altitude (19) or horizontal (12) control knobs. In the higher power MA9mm eyepiece, astronomical objects will seem to move through the field more rapidly. Place the object on the edge of the field of view and watch as it drifts to the opposite side, then reposition the telescope so the object can drift through the field again. Viewing from the upper floors of a building may also introduce image movement. Allow a few minutes for your eyes to become "dark adapted" before you begin any serious observations. Planets, in particular, viewed while low on the horizon, lack sharpness. When observed higher in the sky, a planet will often appear to be more steady and have greater contrast. Turbulent air in the upper atmosphere can cause the images to "shimmer" in the eyepiece. Keep in mind that a bright, clearly resolved, but smaller image will show far more interesting detail than a larger, dimmer, fuzzy image. A number of fascinating objects are visible through your Meade 70mm compact refractor: · · Jupiter: Jupiter has cloud belts across its surface. It's four major moons change position around the planet each night. Saturn: Saturn's ring system is one of the best celestial sights. 5 · The Moon: Our Moon offers craters, mountain ranges and fault lines. The Moon is best observed during its crescent or half phase when sunlight strikes the Moon's surface at an angle--resulting shadows add a sense of depth to the view. No shadows are visible during a full Moon, causing the Moon's surface to appear flat and uninteresting. Deep-Space: Deep Space objects are best viewed at a dark site, away from city and other lights. [. . . ] Meade products purchased outside North America are not included in this warranty, but are covered under separate warranties issued by Meade international distributors. RGA Number Required: Prior to the return of any product or part, a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number must be obtained from Meade by writing, or by calling (949) 451-1450. Each returned part or product must include a written statement detailing the nature of the claimed defect, as well as the owner's name, address, and phone number. This warranty is not valid in cases where the product has been abused or mishandled, where unauthorized repairs have been attempted or performed, or where depreciation of the product is due to normal wear-and-tear. [. . . ]