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2. Telescope Assembly
Step 1. Preparing the Tripod
Unlock the tripod leg locks.
Extend tripod legs.
Lock the leg locks afterwards.
Step 1a.
Pull tripod legs apart to a fully opened position.
Tighten the center tripod lock knob to a firm feel to secure the
tripod legs.
Caution: Make sure you loosen this lock knob before
collapsing the tripod to store away.
Step 2. Attach the mount
Attach mount to tripod by aligning base of mount onto screw on top of
tripod and then hand tightening until secure
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Step 3. Install Batteries
Lift the battery cover. Carefully pull out the battery holder from the
compartment. Be sure not to accidentally disconnect the wires.
Step 3a.
Insert 6 AA batteries (not included) in the holder. Refer to the
diagram on the holder to orient the batteries properly. Replace
the holder back into the battery compartment and replace the lid.
Use only fresh batteries. Using old or low batteries may cause
error messages.
An optional AC adapter and 12V car plug cable are also
available for purchase at www.iOptron.com.
Step 4. Attach the telescope
Slide the telescope into the dovetail slot on mount along the
arrow
direction on the slot and secure the telescope using
dovetail lock knob (#2). Note that the dovetail is tapered and
slides in one direction only (see arrow in photo).
Don’t force the
telescope into the dovetail slot!
Tapered dovetail
