Lunt Solar Systems * 2520 N. Coyote Dr. #111 Tucson, AZ 85745 * (520) 344-7348
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Lunt LS50THaPT Solar Telescope Manual
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing a Lunt Solar Systems Telescope! Before you begin setting up
your telescope and observing the Sun for the first time, please review the safety statements below. If you
have any questions about the safe use of any Lunt Solar Systems product, please contact our Customer
Service Department before operating the equipment.
SAFETY STATEMENTS
Never look at the Sun with your naked eye or with a telescope that is not specifically designed to do so.
Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.
Check that all filters are installed correctly and are free of any surface contamination that may
compromise performance and/or potentially damage the surfaces of the optics when exposed to the Sun,
i.e. fingerprints. Perform a routine safety check before each viewing session!
Never leave the solar telescope unsupervised while pointed at the Sun. People who are not familiar with
the correct operating procedures of the system may inadvertently replace the diagonal or remove the filter
itself, because they are not aware of the integrated safety features of each.
Always be aware that you are viewing in direct sunlight. Take necessary precautions to protect yourself
from sunburn and heat exposure.
Never attempt to disassemble the system. Doing so will void your warranty and compromise its safety. Do
not use your system if it is compromised in any way due to mishandling or damage.
The Blocking Filter diagonal must always be in place when the telescope is in use. Lunt Solar Filters and
Telescopes are NOT interchangeable with competitor
’s products.
Protect your instrument from shock due to drops. The Lunt Solar Telescope can withstand normal use,
however a major shock may cause the etalon to de-contact, or cause other damage, which will require a
trip to the factory for a non-warranty repair. Store the instrument in its original carton or case when not in
use. With proper handling & care, your Lunt Solar equipment should last a lifetime.
UNPACK YOUR NEW PURCHASE!
In the shipping box you will find
:
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Lunt LS50THaPT Pressure-Tuned Solar Telescope
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A blocking filter assembly, B400 or B600, based on the model ordered
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Black T-thread adapter ring – Please retain for future modifications
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Warranty Card
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Instruction Manual
Please note:
You will find inside the box an additional black T-thread adapter ring. Please retain it for future modifications.
This T-thread adapter might be needed for imaging. Lunt Solar is looking to possible making some adapters to
make imaging with the LS50THa telescope easier. Right now it will not reach focus on DSLR cameras. It
will reach focus with some CCDs and webcams when you remove the eyepiece-holder from the blocking-
filter diagonal. You will find there also a T-thread at the blocking-filter diagonal.
