User manual WILLIAM OPTICS TOUCAN

[. . . ] Adjust the alignment screws. P05 P06 Crafting the Earth's Finest Astronmical Instruments connection point for finderscope bracket Connection Instructions ( Aligning Finderscope ) Usage The Zenithstar 80 is designed to work with both 1 1/4 inch and 2 inch diameter eyepieces in various focal lengths, for both daytime and nighttime viewing. Because the Zenithstar 80 is well suited to viewing nebulae, clusters, large galaxies and comets, we recommend the use of high quality wide angle eyepieces. The WO SWAN and UWAN series eyepieces are available in a variety of focal lengths. Viewing the moon and planets is also impressive at magnifications of 120X when seeing conditions permit. Align the finderscope pointing at the same object as the telescope. To calculate the magnification of your telescope and eyepiece combination, divide the telescope focal length in mm by the eyepiece focal length in mm. [. . . ] It's easiest to locate objects using low power eyepieces (20X magnification) and then zoom in by switching to higher powered eyepieces. The largest field of view will be seen using a 12X low power-wide field of view eyepiece. Step-2 Align the finderscope by pointing at the same object, then loosen or tighten the alignment screws. Alignment Screws. A stable tripod or mount is recommended for optimal viewing. This includes high quality photography tripods, and German Equatorial mounts, which are designed for astronomical use and include precise tracking of celestial objects. Optional accessories from WO include mounting rings and plates, super high quality 2" Quartz star diagonals, and 2" Erecting Prisms, all of which provide for superior viewing and high quality images. The Zenithstar telescope has not been specifically designed for astrophotography; Step-3 Use a high power eyepiece and repeat this procedure. however it is able to produce very good results when used with the proper equipment. Please see our website for examples of photos taken with these telescopes. The Accessories Chart on page 13 provides additional details on photographic accessories for various CCD, digital and film cameras. Never aim your telescope or finderscope at the Sun without proper Solar filters installed on the front of the telescope. Proper Solar filters consist of a filters made by reputable manufacturers, designed to fit tightly over the front of the dew shield. Solar eyepiece filters are not considered safe, and should not be used. With proper front mounted Solar filters, the View Field of Telescope. 2" to 1. 25" adapter P09 Optional Equipment In order to operate your Zenithstar 80 you will need the following minimum equipment: A sturdy tripod for astronomical or spotting scope usage, or a telescope tripod and mount (Equatorial or Alt-Az) A mirror diagonal or erecting prism (The 2" WO Dielectric model is strongly recommended for high quality astronomical viewing. A top quality Dielectric Quartz model is now also available from WO) At least one or two high quality eyepieces (9mm to 40mm wide-field recommended) depending on the application. For astrophotography, a photo adapter plus a T-Mount connection are necessary. William Optics offers a 0. 8X field Reducer / Flattener with CCD camera adapter. Please refer to our accessories chart on page 3. Recommended For This Scope Diagonal Mirrors 2" Quartz Dielectric Diagonal High-quality dielectric coating (99% reflectivity), precision-polished quartz flat in our much-admired, patented mechanics. Our 2" Diagonals are what you need for your best observing sessions. Only from William Optics. 2" Dielectric Diagonal Mirror 99% reflectivity with 1/10 lambda high-precision mirror surface, with elegant exterior design, with 1. 25" adapter. Also available from WO: Erecting, illuminated reticle finderscopes with bracket ( 6x30 and 7x50 models available). Digiscoping adapter: universal adapter for any type of digital camera. WO 1. 25" VR-1 filter improves seeing on bright objects like the Moon. WO 80 mm mounting rings, saddle plate, dovetail plate combo for equatorial mounting. WO 2" Photographic Adapter E r e c t i n g p r i s m s 2" 45 1. 25"45 with 2" Barrel 1. 25" 45 45 Erecting Prisms Perfect both for astronomical and terrestrial observations. [. . . ] Carrier-caused problems must be reported to the carrier as well. Manufacturer Warranty : William Optics is the manufacturer of the products sold on WOnline and through its Authorized Dealers sales network. For a period of two years from the date of original retail purchase, WO will repair or replace a defective product provided it is returned to WO freight prepaid, with proof of purchase. If the product has been misused, mishandled or if repairs have been attempted or performed without explicit consent from WO, the warranty will be deemed void. If the claim is denied because it is deemed to be a nonmanufacturing defect, the customer will be notified of the reasons of denial. [. . . ]