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adjust the tuning slightly to get the best high-contrast views 

of the features you want to observe.  After the SolarMax III 

telescope is pointed at the Sun and the image has been 

focused, rotate the RichView™ tuning ring slowly while 

looking at the image in the eyepiece to get the most detail 

and contrast. Then, adjust the tilt of the etalon with the 

T-Max tuner wheel to achieve the brightest image while 

eliminating any reflections. Surface details will generally 

require one setting, while prominences will require a 

different setting for maximum detail.
Double Stacking 

A second etalon for a Double Stack system will show 

increased contrast by narrowing the bandpass to <0.5Å and 

provides a spectacular 3D effect showing increased surface 

detail.  The SolarMax III 70 telescope can be double stacked 

by adding an additional SolarMax III external etalon. Contact 

your Coronado dealer or Meade Instruments directly for 

pricing.
Tuning SolarMax® III Double Stack 70 with RichView™ 

Tuning System  

Start out with both T-Max™ Tuners in the closed position. 

This is achieved by turning each T-Max™ tuner adjustment 

wheel clockwise until the gap of the tuner is at a minimum. 

Also to start, adjust the RichView™ tuner so it is turned 

counter-clockwise against its hard stop. This is the ideal 

starting point for the SolarMax® III 70 Double Stack 

telescope.

After the SolarMax® III telescope is pointed at the Sun 

and the image has been focused, rotate the T-Max™ tuner 

located closest to the Sun in the clockwise direction. 

On page 11, this is labeled as the First T-Max Tuner. Only 

adjust the tilt of this tuner until any internal reflections 

are positioned off the image of the Sun and in the least 

bothersome position. With low magnification eyepieces, it 

may be difficult to remove the internal reflections completely 

from the field of view.
When adjusting the tilt on the T-max tuner, keep in mind 

the least amount of tilt used is best as image quality will 

begin to suffer with excessive tilt. You only need to adjust 

the internal reflections to the point where they do not bother 

your view.
Next, slowly adjust the RichView™ Tuner clockwise until the 

best contrast is achieved.
Finally, adjust the T-Max™ tuner closest to the eyepiece. On 

page 11, this is labeled as the Second T-Max™ tuner. Only 

adjust the tilt of this tuner until the best contrast is achieved 

and the H-

α

  views you want to see are visible. Keep in mind 

the least amount of tilt on the T-Max™ tuner used is best.  
After these adjustments, you may find it beneficial to go 

back and re-adjust the RichView™ tuner again to make sure 

you are seeing the best detail possible.

Содержание Coronado SolarMax III 70

Страница 1: ...70mm SolarMax III Series Hydrogen Alpha Solar Telescopes With RichView Tuning...

Страница 2: ...s are designed and tested to provide safe viewing of the Sun These systems consist of two critical parts The etalon filter that may be mounted at the front of the telescope or internally inside the te...

Страница 3: ...leader in solar day time observing as well Whether you are imaging deep sky objects with your Meade astronomical telescope or gazing at our nearest star through a Coronado SolarMax telescope keep an...

Страница 4: ...5 Filter Safety 6 SolarMax III 70 Telescope 7 11 SolarMax III H Filter Sets 12 14 Cleaning 15 Care 15 Additional Support and Accessories 16 Definition of Terms 17 H Solar Features 18 Solar Facts 19 Tr...

Страница 5: ...solar observing telescopes and filters The new SolarMax II was a breakthrough in solar observing with the new RichView tuning system This patented system allows direct tuning of the primary etalon fil...

Страница 6: ...uct doing so will void your warranty and could compromise your safety Before each use make sure your filter does not appear damaged in any way If you have any doubts please call our customer support M...

Страница 7: ...7 SolarMax III 70 Dedicated H Telescope SolarMax III 70 Single Stack Features...

Страница 8: ...n place when you let go of the focus knobs Focuser Rotation Lock Unlock and safely rotate the position of the blocking filter diagonal to allow the most comfortable viewing position Relock to a firm f...

Страница 9: ...o it is turned counter clockwise against its hard stop This is the ideal starting point for the SolarMax III 70 Double Stack telescope After the SolarMax III telescope is pointed at the Sun and the im...

Страница 10: ...r is made with extra length to accommodate extending it from the focuser The end of the blocking filter diagonal is equipped with T threads which can thread directly to your astro imaging camera or T...

Страница 11: ...11 SolarMax III 70 Double Stack Features...

Страница 12: ...ty for the correct mounting and safety of the system Never point your telescope at the sun until your filter set is fully assembled on the telescope Your telescope should be fully mounted and pointing...

Страница 13: ...ered optical components such as viewfinder and accessories you are now ready to point the telescope at the sun Center the Sun in the filtered telescope and adjust the focus until the Sun s edge is sha...

Страница 14: ...cidental light from entering your eye is to use a dark cloth to completely cover your head and the eyepiece The inside should be black but a reflective surface on the outside is recommended to avoid h...

Страница 15: ...ean optical coatings 5 Household cleaners If you have questions please contact our customer support Care The telescopes and filters if used properly will not degrade with exposure to the Sun s rays Yo...

Страница 16: ...nstruction manual CEMAX Eyepieces The best eyepieces for H observing These are the only eyepieces built specifically to have their peak transmittance at H Using optimized coatings to enhance contrast...

Страница 17: ...Photosphere of the Sun and beneath the transition region of the Corona FOV Field of View This describes in degrees the area of sky one can see when looking through the eyepiece OTA Optical Tube Assemb...

Страница 18: ...18 Example of some common H a Solar Features The solar features visible to you will change daily...

Страница 19: ...re 5770 K 10 400 F Surface density 2 07 10 7 g cm 1 6 10 4 Air density Surface composition 70 H 28 He 2 C N 0 by mass Central temperature 15 600 000 K 28 000 000 F Central density 150 g cm 8x Gold den...

Страница 20: ...any discernable detail whatsoever it is possible that the image in the eyepiece is actually a ghost image of the Sun and the Sun itself is in fact completely outside the field of view of the eyepiece...

Страница 21: ...date of delivery Once accepted by the Customer and the warranty form returned the filter will be considered to be in good working order Any subsequent de contacting of the Fabry P rot etalon within t...

Страница 22: ...___________________________________ Complete this form make a copy for your records and mail to Meade Instruments Corp 27 Hubble Irvine CA 92618 Serial number Date shipped ____________________________...

Страница 23: ...23 Notes...

Страница 24: ...2017 Meade Instruments Corp reserves the right to change product specifications or to discontinue products without notice 14 2686 70 REV 0...

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