iOptron 8506 Telescope User Manual


 
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2. Telescope Assembly
Step 1. Preparing the Tripod
Unlock the tripod leg locks (#10).
Extend tripod legs.
Lock the leg locks afterwards.
Step 1a.
Stand the telescope's tripod upright by spreading the tripod's
legs out uniformly.
Push down slightly on the Tripod Support Bracket (#9.) Attach
the Accessory Tray (#8) to the Tripod Support Bracket via a
screw on the bottom of the tray. Turning the tray until hand tight
– don’t over tighten the tray.
Step 2. Attaching the mount
Insert Azimuth Lock Screw into the hole on the tripod. (start from
underneath)
Position center of the mount base onto the threaded screw. Turn
the Azimuth Lock Screw to secure the mount.
Step 3. Installing batteries (not included)
Pull off the battery compartment cover (see red arrow).
Gently pull the battery holder (shown next) out of the
compartment. Be careful not to pull out the attached wires.
Step 3a.
Insert 8 AA batteries (not included) according to the diagram on
the holder.**
Place the holder back into the battery compartment and put back
the cover.
Note
: fit the battery holder back into the compartment with the
attached wires at the bottom right corner (see arrow in the
photo).
** Use only fresh batteries; do not mix fresh and old
batteries; insufficient battery power may cause error
messages; optional AC Adapter and Car Charger
accessories are available at www.ioptron.com
#10
#8
#9
Thread of Azimuth
Lock