Orion Astronomical Resolux (15x70) Binocular
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1. Orion GiantView Binoculars 9327 15x70 model 9324 20x80 model 9326 25x100 model Congratulations on your purchase of a pair of quality Orion bin oculars The GiantView binoculars provide the large light grasp you need for astronomical observation and unlike a telescope allow you to use both eyes simultaneously for nighttime or daytime view ing This results in better image resolution contrast and brightness than a similar sized telescope can provide Coupled with their wide fields of view the GiantViews will make you feel like you re floating in space Please take the time to read this instruction sheet before using your new binoculars WARNING Never look directly at the Sun through your binoculars without professionally made solar filters even for an instant or permanent eye damage could result Young children should use these binoculars on sunny days only with adult supervision Using the Tripod Mounting Post When observing with large aperture binoculars like the Orion GiantViews a photo tripod or some other type of binocular mount is recommended This is because the weight and high magnifica tion of the binoculars make it difficult to hold them steady by hand To attach the 70mm GiantView binoculars to a tripod an optional binocular to tripod L adapter bracket is required this is available from the Orion catalog or telescope com The L adapter threads into the socket on the binoculars bridge hinge2. Refer to Figure 1 Remove the threaded cover from the socket and thread in the L adapter s stud The L adapter connects to a standard photo tripod or binocular mount via the 4 20 threaded holes in its base thus coupling the binocular to the tripod The 80mm and 100mm GiantView binoculars can be attached to a standard photo tripod by means of its integral tripod mounting post Figure 1 Simply thread the 1 4 20 stud of your tripod into the threaded socket on the underside of the mounting post The tripod mounting post can be positioned anywhere along the brace rod to optimize balance To do this first loosen the large knurled knob on top of the post Figure 1 Then grip the binoculars and move them forward or backwards relative to the post until the balance seems about right Re tighten the knurled knob on the post when done The brace rod allows positioning of the binoculars relative to the tripod mounting post but also provides additional stability for the binocular barrels This helps maintain structural rigidity and optical alignment Adjusting the Distance Between Your Eyes Interpupillary Distance Hold each barrel firmly and move them together or apart so the dis tance between the eyepieces matches the distance between your om ORION TELESCOPES amp BINOCULARS Providing Exceptional Consumer Optical Products Since 1975 Brace rod Tripod mounting post Large knurled knob Socket Figure 1 The GiantVi
3. or gently wipe the lens with a lens cleaning brush to remove the larger particles Put a few drops of lens cleaning fluid on a fresh piece of lens cleaning tissue never on the lens and gently wipe the lens Quickly wipe the excess fluid with a new dry piece of lens cleaning tissue For larger lenses clean only a small area at a time using a new tissue each time On excessively dirty lenses wipe across the lens using one stroke for each tissue alternating wet and dry Always avoid excessive pressure or rubbing when wiping as wiping too hard can scratch the lens Storage and Cold Weather Orion GiantView binoculars come with a heavy duty case for safe storage and transport We recommend always keeping the binocu lars in their case with the cover caps on when not in use The case has a lock on each latch for extra security Use one of the supplied keys to lock and unlock the latches All optics when exposed to excessive temperature changes or high humidity have the potential to fog up Allow the optics to slowly adjust to cold weather by storing the instrument in its case in a cold area such as an unheated garage or the trunk of a car for a few hours before use When bringing the instrument back inside a warm house open up the case remove the binoculars remove the cover caps and let everything dry out The binoculars should be stored in a cool dry place to prevent mold growth which can dam age the optics This is not covered by
4. a great convenience Since everyone s eyes focus images slightly differently different observers will need to refocus the binoculars for their own vision Customer Support 800 676 1343 Email support telescope com Corporate Offices 831 763 7000 P O Box 1815 Santa Cruz CA 95061 IN 251 Rev D 07 06 Fold Down Eyeguards Orion GiantView binoculars feature fold down eyeguards The eye guards are usually left in the up position for use without eyeglass es as this helps prevent glare unwanted stray light from entering between your eye and the eyepieces To use the binoculars with eyeglasses you will need to fold the eyeguards down in order to get your eyes close enough to the eyepieces to see the entire field of view Cleaning and Care of Binoculars The lens surfaces of Orion binoculars are coated with anti reflection coatings that can be damaged with careless handling Avoid touch ing lens surfaces with fingers or any coarse material All optics even if stored should be cleaned at least once a year or when ever they are dirty The dust that builds up on coatings promotes mold growth which etches glass and destroys coatings Avoid over cleaning it can also damage the coatings Always use lens cleaning tissue and fluid that are specifically designed for multi coated lenses Do not use fluids or tissues that are for eyeglasses or household use To clean the binocular lenses first blow off the lens with a blower bulb
5. cdecceczssaneesdutesedancesstacecudastianssdatenedassecsacersodaeus 7 Ibs 1 oz BS SUDO siess i Brace rod Tripod compatibility Fits standard photo tripods via integral mounting post balance adjustable 9326 25x100 GiantView Binoculars Magne AAV VA scrisese e EES S 25X Objective lens aperture nn0nnnnnnnnnnennennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnenee 100mm FOCUSING s feceincitcosatcactvendcaietnescdcnedendiss Individual focus eyepieces Eye relie cccccccsssecececeeeceecceeeeeecsauseeeseaseeeeseegeeeesaaeeeessaaes 18mm Field Of VICU caccapctnwaetancicioriseausteoutecouternuiantioedostetentceuatanauneaceonas 2o Cloe TOC U seti E 80 ft PSIS argc ss cee esceesce sone ee aatceneedieacen ens aciousamseueaeonaneen BAK 4 Porro Anti reflection coatings cccccssseeeeeeeeeeeeseeees Fully multi coated 210 0 Fo 8 oe en ene ee eee Fold down rubber NY NOU gic E A E E E A 10 Ibs 2 oz Barrel SUDON l isitadipane e E E Brace rod Tripod compatibility Fits standard photo tripods via integral mounting post balance adjustable One Year Limited Warranty This Orion GiantView Binocular is warranted against defects in materials or work manship for a period of one year from the date of purchase This warranty is for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only During this warranty period Orion Telescopes amp Binoculars will repair or replace at Orion s option any warranted instrument that proves to be defectiv
6. e provided it is returned postage paid to Orion Warranty Repair 89 Hangar Way Watsonville CA 95076 If the product is not regis tered proof of purchase such as a copy of the original invoice is required This warranty does not apply if in Orion s judgment the instrument has been abused mishandled or modified nor does it apply to normal wear and tear This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For further warranty service information contact Customer Service Department Orion Telescopes amp Binoculars P O Box 1815 Santa Cruz CA 95061 800 676 1343
7. ew 70mm 80mm and 100mm binoculars eyes When properly adjusted you should see a single round field of view when looking through the binoculars Make this adjustment before you focus the binoculars Focusing The Orion GiantView binoculars feature individual focus eyepieces This makes the binoculars mechanically more rugged than simi lar center focus models and generally maintains optical alignment better For astronomical observation individual focus eyepieces are usually preferred Pick an object in the distance to view At night best focus will be achieved by focusing on a bright star Cover your right eye or cover the right objective lens of the binocular and focus the left eyepiece by rotating it until the image appears clearest Then cover your left eye or cover the left objective lens of the binocular and focus the right eyepiece by rotating it until the image appears clearest The binoculars are now focused If you want to view an object at a dif ferent distance re focusing of both eyepieces is required For astronomical observation all objects will always appear focused at the infinity focus point This means you only need to focus the binoculars once per observing session This also means you can take note of the diopter scale setting for each eyepiece located on the underside of the eyepieces when focused on an astronomical object and return to those settings when observing another night You will find this to be
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