GeoSafari Vega 360, Manual

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Introduction ........................................................................ 2
Getting Started .................................................................... 2
Let’s Look at Your Vega 360 .............................................. 3
Assembly Diagram .............................................................. 4
Assembling Your Telescope ................................................ 5
Using Your Telescope .......................................................... 7
Choosing an Eyepiece for Viewing ................................ 8
Using Your Telescope for Terrestrial Viewing .............. 8
Tips for Telescope Use .................................................... 9
Frequently Asked Questions .............................................. 10
Observing the Night Sky .................................................... 11
Planets ............................................................................ 11
Stars ................................................................................ 11
The Moon ........................................................................ 12
Learn More About Astronomy .......................................... 14
Caring for Your Telescope .................................................. 14
Storage ............................................................................ 14
Optics .............................................................................. 15
CAUTION:
Never look directly at the sun, with or without your telescope. Never
aim your telescope at the sun, or anywhere near the sun. Instant
and irreversible eye damage can occur, including blindness.
Do not let children use the telescope without adult supervision any
time the sun is above the horizon.
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