BARSKA BC645 Spotter and Tripod Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- BARSKA
Table of Contents
**BARSKA BC645 Spotter and Tripod
**
Parts of the Spotting Scope
A – Eyepiece
B – Zoom Ring
C – Focus Knob
D – Objective Lens
E – Lens Cover
F – Mounting Plate
Parts of the Tripod
A – Center Column Height Lever
B – Pan and Tilt Control Handle
C – Pan and Tilt Control Knob
D – Tripod Leveling Bubble
E – Quick Release Plate
F – Mounting Platform
G – Center Column Height Knob
H – Leg Locks
I – Feet
J – Leg Brace
K – Center Column
CAUTION: DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN VIEWING THE SUN OR ANY LIGHT SOURCE WITH THIS OPTICAL DEVICE CAN CAUSE PERMANENT EYE DAMAGE.
Tripod Set Up
- Spread the tripod legs and set the tripod on a firm support.
- Adjust the height and angle of legs by releasing the upper and/or lower leg locks. Extend the legs to desired height and lock upper and/or lower leg locks.
Mounting
- Use the quick release plate to release the mounting plate.
- Position mounting plate onto the mounting platform of the spotting scope then tighten mounting screw located under the mounting plate to firmly lock spotting scope body onto the mounting plate.
- Slide the Mounting Plate with the spotting scope back into position on the tripod.
- Make sure locks/knobs are locked/tight and the tripod is on a stable surface.
Viewing
- With spotting scope mounted securely in place, point the objective lens at the object. Take the cover off objective lens and remove the lens cap off the eyepiece.
- Rotate the zoom ring of the eyepiece to the lowest magnification.
- Look into the eyepiece, then turn the focus knob to focus object clearly.
- Loosen Pan and Tilt Control Knob, then slowly move, pan, and tilt control handle to desired position. Tighten the pan and tilt control knob to secure your viewing angle.
- Slowly move, pan, and tilt control handle to desired position. Tighten the pan knob to secure your viewing angle.
- Adjust center column height, then loosen center column height knob. Gently spin height adjustment lever clockwise to raise tripod, and counter-clock wise to lower tripod. Once desired height is achieved, tighten center column height knob.
Note: The tripod leveling bubble is used to level the tripod allowing for optimum viewing and picture taking. The tripod is leveled when the bubble is centered between the black lines.
Spotting Scope Care
- Store your spotting scope with the protective lens caps in a cool and moisture free environment.
- To clean the lenses, use a soft bristle brush to remove any dust or dirt and then use a soft cloth moisture with alcohol. Wipe lenses from center outward and avoid touching the lens, as fingerprints will smear the lens.
- To clean body parts, use a soft cloth with warm water and mild soap to remove dirt.
- Do not dismantle the spotting scope or the eyepiece. If they need repair or adjustment, please contact BARSKA customer service.
Tripod Care
- When not in use, reduce tripod legs to minimum height with upper and lower locks, reduce center column height and secure in place.
- Store your tripod in a cool dry area.
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