Orion Premium Deep Space Explorer telescope! It is a precision instrument designed exclusively for astronomical observation. With its enhanced Newtonian optical sys- tem and its easy-to-use Dobsonian mount, you’ll enjoy countless views of fascinating celestial objects.
4. Tighten the four side screws installed in step 2, then press on to be shipped to another location or returned to Orion for war- the black plastic screw-head caps.
Premium Deep Space Explorer, each of which might require nut and washer that is on the threaded shaft of each handle. different nuts and bolts. For the Orion 8x50 or 9x60 finder scopes, Insert the threaded shaft into the center hole in the altitude bear- we recommend using 10-24 x 1"...
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point is centered in the field of view. If it is, the job is done. If not, base. Don’t be afraid to load the telescope into your car for a trip to make the necessary adjustments until the two images match up. the hills.
5. collimation of the optics A convenient “beanbag”-type counterweight system, designed exclusively for Dobsonian telescopes, is also available from Orion (aligning the Mirrors) Telescopes & Binoculars. Collimation is the process of adjusting the mirrors so that they are Focusing the telescope perfectly aligned with each other.
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Focuser such as the Orion Collimating Eyepiece #3640. We highly recom- Next, if there is an eyepiece in the telescope, remove it. Look down mend that you purchase one, as you will use it for as long as you into the open focuser drawtube at the secondary (diagonal) mirror.
6. observing tips and adjusting the tilt of the secondary Mirror Look in the focuser drawtube and see if the entire reflection of the techniques primary mirror is visible and precisely centered in the secondary mirror. It’s centered if there is an even ring of space between the Pick a location away from streetlights and bright yard lighting.
Telescope focal length ÷ Eyepiece focal length = Magnification needed for detailed observations. Not all the planets are generally visible at any one time. For example, if you’re using an Orion 10" Premium DSE, which JUPITER The largest planet, Jupiter, is a great subject for the has a focal length of 1422mm, and a 26mm eyepiece, the power Deep Space Explorer .
Some good sources a clean 100% cotton cloth or shirt, facial tissue, or toilet paper. to start with are the Edmund Mag 6 Star Atlas, Turn Left at Orion, 4. Pack the mirror assembly and telescope well. Always use the and The Universe From Your Backyard.
The mirror cell assembly is now ready to be reinstalled. With very little maintenance, your Orion Deep Space Explorer will provide years of viewing pleasure. Enjoy the view!
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Orion’s option, any warranted instrument that proves to be defective, provided it is returned postage paid to: Orion Warranty Repair, 89 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076. If the product is not registered, proof of purchase (such as a copy of the original invoice) is required.