EXPLORE ONE 88-10073CF Blue Carbon Fiber Wrap 70mm Pan Handle AZ Mount Teles Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
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CF400SP TELESCOPE
70 mm Telescope Pan Handle AZ Mount
w/Smartphone Adapter
Instruction Manual
WARNING: SUN HAZARD — Never look directly at the sun with this device.
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD — Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
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WARNING:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR LATER USE.
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SUN WARNING: WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO OBSERVE THE SUN WITH THIS DEVICE! OBSERVING THE SUN – EVEN FOR A MOMENT – WILL CAUSE INSTANT AND IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE TO YOUR EYE OR EVEN BLINDNESS. EYE DAMAGE IS OFTEN PAINLESS, SO THERE IS NO WARNING TO THE OBSERVER THAT THE DAMAGE HAS OCCURRED UNTIL IT IS TOO LATE. DO NOT POINT THE DEVICE AT OR NEAR THE SUN. DO NOT LOOK THROUGH THE DEVICE AS IT IS MOVING. CHILDREN SHOULD ALWAYS HAVE ADULT SUPERVISION WHILE OBSERVING.
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RESPECT PRIVACY: WHEN USING THIS DEVICE, RESPECT THE PRIVACY OF OTHER PEOPLE. FOR EXAMPLE, DO NOT USE IT TO LOOK INTO PEOPLE’S HOMES.
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RISK OF BLINDNESS: NEVER USE THIS DEVICE TO LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN OR IN THE DIRECT PROXIMITY OF THE SUN. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN A PERMANENT LOSS OF VISION.
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RISK OF FIRE: DO NOT PLACE DEVICE, PARTICULARLY THE LENSES, IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT. THE CONCENTRATION OF LIGHT RAYS COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
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NEVER DISPOSE OF ELECTRICAL OR ELECTRONIC WASTE IN GENERAL MUNICIPAL WASTE. COLLECT AND DISPOSE OF SUCH WASTE SEPARATELY.
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BUTTON/COIN BATTERY WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTON OR COIN CELL BATTERY. A SWALLOWED BUTTON OR COIN CELL BATTERY CAN CAUSE INTERNAL CHEMICAL BURNS IN AS LITTLE AS TWO HOURS AND LEAD TO DEATH. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY. KEEP NEW AND USED BATTERIES AWAY FROM CHILDREN. IF YOU THINK BATTERIES MIGHT HAVE BEEN SWALLOWED OR PLACED INSIDE ANY PART OF THE BODY, SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
Parts Overview
- 70mm Objective Lens
- Pan- Tilt Alt-Azimuth Mount
- Tripod with Accessory Tray
- Optical Tube Assembly with Dew Shield
- Focus Wheel
- 45⁰ Erecting Prism Diagonal
- 1.25” Eyepieces (K6 mm & K20 mm)
- Red Dot Viewfinder
- Smartphone Adapter
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How To Set Up
Assembly:
Note: We recommend assembling your telescope for the first time in the
daylight or in a lit room so that you can familiarize yourself with assembly
steps and all components.
- Open the tripod until the tripod spreaders are fully extended. Put the accessory tray in place and turn it clockwise until stable. To set the tripod height, turn the pressure fitting on each leg counterclockwise until loose. Extend or retract the leg to the desired setting, then tighten the pressure fitting until snug.
- Thread the panhandle clockwise onto the tripod head.
- Set the optical tube assembly on the tripod head and align the tab on the bottom of the telescope tube with the slot in the tripod head. Thread the front tension wheel until snug, then tighten the side tension thumbscrew. Be careful not to over-tighten either thumbscrew.
- Insert the diagonal into the focuser and secure it by tightening the thumbscrews.
- To install the bracket for the red dot viewfinder, remove the two metal thumbscrews on the top of the telescope tube. Place the bracket in position over the holes, replace the thumbscrews and tighten until secure. Be careful not to over-tighten either thumbscrew.
- After installing the bracket, slide the red dot viewfinder into the bracket and secure it by tightening the three screws around the ring.
- Place your chosen eyepiece into the diagonal. We recommend starting with the 20mm because it will provide the widest field of view.
Telescope Terms To Know:
Diagonal: A mirror that deflects the ray of light 90 degrees.
With a horizontal telescope tube, this device deflects the light upwards so
that you can comfortably observe by looking downwards into the eyepiece.
The image in a diagonal mirror appears upright, but rotated around its
vertical axis (mirror image).
Focal length: Everything that magnifies an object via an optic lens has a
certain focal length. The focal length is the length of the path the light
travels from the surface of the lens to its focal point. The focal point is
also referred to as the focus. In focus, the image is clear. In the case of a
telescope, the focal length of the telescope tube and the eyepieces are used
to determine magnification.
Lens: The lens turns the light that falls on it around in such a way so that
the light gives a clear image in the focal point after it has traveled a
certain distance (focal length).
Eyepiece: An eyepiece is a system made for your eye and comprised of one or
more lenses. In an eyepiece, the clear image that is generated in the focal
point of a lens is captured and magnified still more.
Magnification: The magnification corresponds to the difference between
observation with the naked eye and observation through a magnifying device
like a telescope. If a telescope configuration has a magnification of 30x,
then an object viewed through the telescope will appear 30 times larger than
it would with the naked eye. To calculate the magnification of your telescope
setup, divide the focal length of the telescope tube by the focal length of
the eyepiece.
NOTE:
The magnifying power of a telescope is determined by dividing the focal length
of the telescope by the focal length of the eyepiece. This means that as the
focal length of your eyepiece increases, the magnifying power decreases.
Using/Aligning the Red Dot Viewfinder:
The viewfinder is powered by a CR-2032 battery that is included. Before using
the viewfinder for the first time, remember to remove the plastic insulator
that is blocking the battery from connecting.
When it is time to replace the battery, remove the battery cap by loosening
the set screw. Take out the old battery and slide a new battery in place with
the positive side showing. Replace the cap, and tighten the set screw.
For The Viewfinder To Be Effective, It Must Be Aligned.
To do this:
- Insert the 20 mm eyepiece into the diagonal and power on the viewfinder by sliding the switch on its right side toan “On” position.
- Point the eyepiece at an easy to identify target like a telephone pole that is approximately 200 yards away. Center the object in the eyepiece. Lock the telescope into place by tightening the panhandle.
- Without moving the telescope, position the red dot using the two adjustment screws so that it shares the same view as the one in your eyepiece. The front screw will move the viewfinder up and down, and the other will move it side topside. Your viewfinder is now aligned.
Note: To preserve battery life, don’t forget to turn off the viewfinder after use.
Using Your Telescope:
After you have assembled your telescope, you are ready to start observing. Put
the 20mm eyepiece into the diagonal to get the widest field of view. This
wider field of view will make it easier to locate and track objects.
To move the scope up, down and side to side, loosen the locking screws
slightly and grip the telescope near where the tube meets the focuser and
steadily move the tube until your target comes into view in the eyepiece. Once
you have found and focused on your desired target, you can lock the telescope
into position by tightening the two locating screws.
It is important to remember that the rotation of the Earth means objects will
move out of your eyepiece fairly quickly.
For a closer look at an object, you can insert the K6 mm eyepiece. The
magnification will increase from 20x to 67x.
Cleaning:
Your telescope is a precision optical device and keeping the optics free of
dust and dirt is crucial for optimal performance. To clean the lenses
(objective and eyepiece) use only a photo-grade soft brush or a lint-free
cloth, like a microfiber cloth. Do not press down too hard while cleaning, as
this might scratch the lens. Ask your parents to help if your telescope is
really dirty.
If necessary, the cleaning cloth can be moistened with an optical glass
cleaning fluid and the lens wiped clean using very little pressure. Do not use
harsh detergents!
Make sure your telescope is always protected against dust and dirt.
After use, leave it in a warm room to dry off before storing.
Possible Objects For Observation: Terrestrial Objects
Take note of the examples below, including Mount Rushmore and the golf course.
Start with the K20 mm eyepiece and focus until the image is clear. After
mastering the K20 mm eyepiece, switch to the K6 mm eyepiece and practice
scanning and focusing until the image is clear.
Choose several terrestrial objects to practice focusing on, but never point
your telescope at or near the sun, or you risk blindness.
Terrestrial Images
The Moon
Diameter: 3,476 km
Distance: Approximately 384,401 km
The Moon is the Earth’s only natural satellite, and it is the second brightest
object in the sky (after the Sun). Although it is our closest neighbor, a lot
of people have never really taken a good long like at the Moon. With your
telescope, you should be able to see several interesting lunar features.
These include lunar maria, which appear as vast plains, and some of the larger
craters. The best views will be found along the terminator, which is the edge
where the visible and cloaked portions of the Moon meet.
The Moon
Troubleshooting Guide:
Problem
No picture| Solution
Remove dust protection cap and sun-shield from the objective opening.
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Blurred picture| Adjust focus using focus ring.
No focus possible| Wait for temperature to balance out.
Bad quality| Never observe through a glass surface such as a window.
Viewing object visible in the finder, but not through the telescope| Align
finder to telescope (see instructions)
Despite using star diagonal prism the picture is “crooked”| The star diagonal
prism should be vertical in the eyepiece connection.
Using the Smartphone Adapter:
SUPERVISION BY ADULTS
Read and follow the instructions, safety rules and first aid information
The Smartphone Adapter will allow you to connect almost any “smart” device to
a 1.25” eyepiece.
To use the adapter, place it directly onto the selected eyepiece and secure it
by tightening the setscrew until snug. Be careful not to overtighten because
this could damage the adapter and/or the eyepiece.
The camera lens on your smart device will need to be centered over the
eyepiece. This alignment is best done by opening the camera function and
viewing the image while you center the device. Once you have positioned the
device correctly, carefully press it onto the suction cup/non-skid surface of
the adapter pad. Never allow the adapter pad to hold your device without you
supporting the item as well.
The point at which you secure the eyepiece/adapter combination into the
diagonal depends largely on the dimensions of your device. For smaller devices
like smart phones, it may be easier to secure it to the eyepiece/adapter
combination before inserting the entire unit into the diagonal on the
telescope.
For larger devices, such as tablets, it may be easier to secure the
eyepiece/adapter combination into the diagonal, and then align and attach your
device.
After positioning your device and capturing images, you can enhance and edit
the photos using the imaging software of your choice. One option can be found
at https://www.getpaint.net/.
WARNING: Do not leave your device unsupported or unattended on the
adapter pad.
Though the surface of the adapter pad is designed with suction cups and is
non-skid, the manufacturer cannot assure that the pad will support the weight
of various devices or guarantee that it will adhere to all surfaces on various
smart devices. The pad is not intended to secure, balance or support the
device on its own, and the operator should not let the device rest solely on
the adapter pad. Leaving the device unattended or allowing it to balance on
its own without operator support may result in the device falling,
unbalancing the entire instrument and possibly damaging the telescope or your
smart device.
CHEMICALS
Any chemicals and liquids used in preparing, using, or cleaning should be kept
out of reach of children.
Do not drink any chemicals. Hands should be washed thoroughly under running
water after use. In case of accidental contact with the eyes or mouth rinse
with water. Seek medical treatment for ailments arising from contact with the
chemical substances and take the chemicals with you to the doctor.
Observing Tips:
Star hopping
Star hopping is a technique used by amateur astronomers to navigate the night
sky. By using easily recognizable constellations and asterisms as a guide, an
observer can locate stars and other objects.
For example, Polaris, which is commonly referred to as The North Star, can be
located quickly using star hopping. First, find the Big Dipper asterism in the
Ursa Major constellation. The popular pattern is defined by seven stars, and
the two stars on the front edge of the Big Dipper’s “bowl” are Merak and
Dubhe.
Next, draw an imaginary line from the bottom star (Merak) on this front edge
through the top star (Dubhe) on the front edge. Follow the line to the first
bright star you see. That should be Polaris. Finally, to verify your finding,
locate the Little Dipper asterism.
CASSIOPEIA Segin Ksora Cih Shedar Caph Polaris is the anchor star at the end
of the Little Dipper’s “handle.”
 Note: The positioning of the Big Dipper in relation to the Little Dipper does not change, but the orientation of both in the night sky will rotate throughout the year due to the motion of the Earth.
Possible Objects for Observation:
What you can observe at any one time in your telescope depends on several
factors beyond aperture and magnification. These factors include location,
date, time and sky conditions. The following are all objects that can be seen
with the unaided eye and/or binoculars. Your telescope can enhance views of
any of these objects if the observing conditions are right.
The Moon:
Diameter: 3,476 km
Distance: Approximately 384,401 km
The Moon is the Earth’s only natural satellite, and it is the second brightest
object in the sky (after the Sun). Although it is our closest neighbor, a lot
of people have never really taken a good long like at the Moon. With your
telescope, you should be able to see several interesting lunar features.
These include lunar maria, which appear as vast plains, and some of the larger
craters. The best views will be found along the terminator, which is the edge
where the visible and shadowed portions of the Moon meet.
Orion Nebula(M42):
Right ascension: 05: 35.4 (hours: minutes)
Declination: -05: 27 (degrees: minutes)
Distance: Approximately 1,344 light years
The Orion Nebula is a vast star-forming region located in the “sword”
branching off of the famous Orion’s Belt. Also known as Messier 42, this
diffuse nebula is bright enough to see with the unaided eye — although it will
only appear as a slightly foggy star. However, with your telescope, you can
see many of the beautiful details, such as the billowing clouds of gas and
dust where new stars are being born.
Image credit: NASA, ESA, M. Robberto (Space Telescope Science Institute/ESA)
and the Hubble Space Telescope Orion Treasury Project Team
Note: Images are for illustration purposes only. Quality of your image
may very depending upon atmospheric conditions and location.
Pleiades Star Cluster(M45):
Right ascension: 03: 47.0 (hours: minutes)
Declination: +24: 07 (degrees: minutes)
Distance: Approximately 444 light years
The Pleiades Star Cluster is a group of brilliant blue stars located in the
Taurus Constellation. Also known as Messier 45 or “Seven Sisters”, this open
star cluster consists of more than 1,000 confirmed stars, although an average
of only six
are visible to the unaided eye. With your telescope, you can quickly reveal
some of the more elusive members of this legendary and beautiful cluster.
Image credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/UCLA
Andromeda Galaxy(M31):
Right ascension: 00: 42.7 (hours: minutes)
Declination: +41: 16 (degrees: minutes)
Distance: Approximately 2.54 million light years
The Andromeda Galaxy is the closest major galaxy to our own Milky Way. Also
known as Messier 31, this famous spiral galaxy is part of the Local Group of
galaxies. Although it is technically bright enough to see with the unaided eye
under a very dark sky, your telescope may show its bright center, hints of its
spiral structure and its much smaller companion galaxies known as M32 and
M110.
Image credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech
Dumbbell Nebula(M27)
Right ascension: 19:59.6 (hours: minutes)
Declination: +22:43 (degrees: minutes)
Distance: Approximately 1,360 light years
The Dumbbell Nebula was the first planetary nebula ever discovered. It is one
of the most popular sights in the Vulpecula constellation. Easy to find with
binoculars and amazing in a telescope, the shape of this bright, double-
lobednebula has been compared to a dumbbell, an hourglass or an apple core.
As an added bonus, the white dwarf that lies at the heart of the Dumbbell
Nebula is larger than any other star of its kind.
Image credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Harvard-Smithsonian CfA
Note: Images are for illustration purposes only. Quality of your image may very depending upon atmospheric conditions and location.
Types Of Telescopes:
Reflector
A reflector telescope uses mirrors to gather and focus light. Light enters the
telescope through its open front end and travels to the concave primary mirror
at the back. From there the light is reflected back up the tube to a flat
secondary mirror, which sits at a 45° angle in relation to the eyepiece. Light
bounces off of this secondary mirror and out through the eyepiece. A reflector
telescope is designed for astronomical use. Terrestrial objects may appear
inverted, sideways or at an angle depending on how your tube is oriented due
to optical design. This rotation is perfectly normal on all Newtonian
reflectors and will not affect astronomical viewing. 
Refractor:
A refracting telescope uses a collection of lenses to gather and focus light.
A refractor’s views will be upside down if a diagonal is not in use. A
standard diagonal will generate a “right side up” image, however, it will
rotate the image on the vertical axis (mirror image). To get the “right side
up” image without the rotation, you will need to use a special diagonal with
an erect image prism. 
Catadioptric:
A catadioptric telescope uses a combination of mirrors and lenses to gather
and focus light. Popular catadioptric designs include the Maksutov-Cassegrain
and Schmidt-Cassegrain.
Telescope Terms to Know:
Aperture:
This figure, which is usually expressed in millimeters, is the diameter of a
telescope’s light-gathering surface (objective lens in a refractor or primary
mirror in a reflector). Aperture is the key factor in determining the
brightness and sharpness of the image.
Objective Lens:
The objective lens is the main light-gathering component of a refractor
telescope. It is actually composed of several lens elements.
Diagonal:
This accessory houses a mirror that deflects the ray of light 90 degrees. With
a horizontal telescope tube, this device deflects the light upwards so that
you can comfortably observe by looking downwards into the eyepiece. The image
in a standard diagonal mirror appears upright, but rotated around its vertical
axis (mirror image). To get an image without this rotation, you will need to
use a special diagonal with an erect image prism.
Eyepiece:
An eyepiece is an optical accessory comprised of several lens elements. It
determines the magnification of a particular observing setup.
Primary Mirror:
The primary mirror is the principle light-gathering surface of a reflector
telescope.
Secondary Mirror:
A secondary mirror is a small mirror that sits at a 45° angle in relation to
the primary mirror of a reflecting telescope.
Light from the primary mirror is reflected back up the tube to the secondary
mirror. The light is directed from this mirror up into the eyepiece. 
Magnification:
The magnification corresponds to the difference between observation with
the naked eye and observation through a magnifying device like a telescope. If
a telescope configuration has a magnification of 30x, then an object viewed
through the telescope will appear 30 times larger than it would with the
naked eye. To calculate the magnification of your telescope setup, divide the
focal length of the telescope tube by the focal length of the eyepiece. For
example, a 20mm eyepiece in a telescope with a 1000mm focal length will result
in 50x power, which will make the object appear 50 times larger. If you change
the eyepiece, the power goes up or down accordingly.
| Magnification = | Telescope Focal Length |
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Eyepiece Focal Length
Focal ratio
The focal ratio of a telescope is determined by dividing the telescope’s focal
length by its aperture (usually expressed in millimeters). It plays a key role
in determining a telescope’s field of view and significantly impacts imaging
time in astrophotography. For example, a telescope with a focal length of
1000mm and a 100mm clear aperture has a focal ratio of f/10.
| Focal Ratio = | Telescope Focal Length |
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Telescope Aperture
Focal length (Telescope):
The focal length is the distance in millimeters between the objective lens or
primary mirror and the point at which entering light rays converge — otherwise
known as the focal point. The focal lengths of the telescope tube and the
eyepiece are used to determine magnification.
Focal length (Eyepiece):
The focal length is the distance in millimeters between the center of the
first lens element in an eyepiece and the focal point. The focal lengths of
the telescope tube and the eyepiece are used to determine magnification. Short
eyepiece focal lengths produce higher magnifications than long eyepiece focal
lengths.
Exit Pupil
The exit pupil is the diameter of the beam of light coming out of the
eyepiece. To calculate exit pupil, divide the focal length of your eyepiece by
your telescope’s focal ratio. For example, if you use a 20mm eyepiece with an
f/5 telescope, the exit pupil would be 4mm. 
Eye Relief
Eye relief is all about a comfortable viewing experience because it is the
distance at which you need to position your eye from the eyepiece’s outermost
surface to enjoy the full field of view. This characteristic is of special
concern to observers who wear glasses to correct an astigmatism, because a
long enough eye relief is necessary to allow room for glasses.
Huygenian Eyepieces:
A Huygenian eyepiece uses two plano-convex lenses separated by an air gap.
They have a fairly narrow apparent field of view.
Kellner Eyepieces:
A Kellner eyepiece uses three lens elements – two of which are paired together
in an achromatic doublet design to minimize chromatic aberrations. They
typically produce an apparent field of view around 45°.
Plössl Eyepieces:
A Plossl eyepiece uses two doublets (a pairing of lens) for a total of four
lens elements. This eyepiece design delivers sharp views and an apparent field
of view of approximately 50°, which works well for both planetary and deep sky
viewing.
Barlow Lens:
A Barlow lens effectively increases the focal length of a telescope. It is
inserted between the eyepiece and the focuser/diagonal (depending on the
optical setup) and multiplies the magnification power of the eyepiece.
For example, a 2x Barlow will double the magnification of a particular
eyepiece.
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