User`s guide
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In the telescope, locate a fairly bright extended object such as the moon or a distant street
lamp and center it in the reticle. Put the control software in the Focus mode and slightly
loosen the setscrews to allow camera rotation. Rotate the camera and make the final X-Y
adjustments so that the view within the reticle matches the view on the video monitor.
The full-frame focus mode works best. Take your time. The reticle alignment can be
frustrating if rushed, but if the approach is methodical the entire procedure can be
accomplished in about 10 minutes. Tighten the four setscrews securely against the stainless
steel dovetail mount. As long as the camera is not removed, no realignment should be
necessary.
The eyepiece height and orientation is set at Optec for each specific mounting kit. If dust on
the reticle is troublesome, remove it by blowing air (canned air for camera cleaning is
suggested) through the 1ΒΌ" telescope coupler. Do not, in any case, remove the eyepiece
from the assembly.