CELESTRON 52330 Trailseeker Spotting Scope Instruction Manual

: June 14, 2024
: Celestron

Table of Contents

CELESTRON 52330 Trailseeker Spotting Scope
Product Information
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
ATTACHING THE EYEPIECE
CLEANING
References
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CELESTRON 52330 Trailseeker Spotting Scope

Product Information

Specifications

Lens Shade
Objective Lens
Focus Knob
Eyepiece Lock Collar (Coarse/Fine)
Eyecup
Eyepiece Tripod Mount Rotation Lock Screw
Tripod Mount (Rotating)
Zipper Carrying Straps
Eyepiece Cover
Velcro Tabs
Shoulder Strap
Objective Lens Cap
Eyepiece Mount Cap
T-Adapter Step Ring

Product Usage Instructions

Before Use:
Attach your spotting scope to a sturdy tripod before viewing as the size and power of the spotting scope requires a solid tripod for stability to achieve clear, sharp images.

Attaching the Eyepiece:
To attach the eyepiece to the spotting scope, follow these steps:

Turn the eyepiece lock collar counterclockwise until it is loose.
Remove the eyepiece mount cover if inserted.
Make sure that the protective lens cap is removed from the eyepiece.
Slide the eyepiece into the eyepiece mount.
When the eyepiece is fully seated, turn the lock collar clockwise to secure the eyepiece and hold it in place.
Do not attempt to attach or remove the eyepiece without first loosening the lock collar as it can cause damage to the eyepiece and/or the spotting scope.

Eyecup Adjustment:
Zoom and Wide Angle Eyepiece: The zoom/wide angle eyepiece of the TrailSeeker features a twist-up eyecup to accommodate both eyeglass and non- eyeglass wearers. If you do not wear eyeglasses, twist the eyecup clockwise until it reaches the up position. If you wear eyeglasses, make sure that the eyecup is in the down position to obtain the maximum field of view. The eyecup can be set at positions between fully up and down which may suit some users better.

Long Eye Relief (LER) Eyepiece: The LER eyepiece features a rubber eyecup to accommodate eyeglass and non-eyeglass wearers. If you do not wear eyeglasses simply position your eye behind the eyecup. If you wear eyeglasses you will need to remove the eyecup to obtain the maximum field of view. To remove the eyecup, simply pull it towards you and off of the eyepiece.

Changing the Magnification (Zoom Eyepiece):
To change the magnification of the zoom eyepiece, follow these steps:

Rotate the eyepiece in the counterclockwise direction to increase the magnification.
Rotate the eyepiece clockwise to decrease the magnification.
When changing magnification, the scope will need to be refocused.
The largest field of view and brightest images will always be at the lowest magnification.

Lens Shade:
The lens shade of the TrailSeeker will slide away from the body to protect the lens from exposure to rain or to keep unwanted glare from entering the spotting scope and degrading your image.

Stay-On Carrying Case:
The stay-on carrying case provides convenient storage and protection for your spotting scope.

FAQ:

Can I look at the Sun through the spotting scope?
No, looking at the Sun through the spotting scope can cause permanent eye damage. Never look at the Sun while using your spotting scope.

Thank you for purchasing a Celestron TrailSeeker spotting scope. We trust that this spotting scope will provide you with years of enjoyment and faithful service. Please read the instructions carefully before using your spotting scope to ensure proper use and care.

WARNING
Never look at the Sun while using your spotting scope. Looking at the Sun can cause permanent eye damage.

BEFORE USE
Attach your spotting scope to a sturdy tripod before viewing as the size and power of the spotting scope requires a solid tripod for stability to achieve clear, sharp images (Fig. 2).

ATTACHING THE EYEPIECE

To attach the eyepiece to the spotting scope, turn the eyepiece lock collar counterclockwise until it is loose and remove the eyepiece mount cover if inserted. Make sure that the protective lens cap is removed from the eyepiece and slide it into the eyepiece mount (Fig. 3a). When the eyepiece is fully seated, turn the lock collar clockwise to secure the eyepiece and hold it in place (Fig. 3b). Do not attempt to attach or remove the eyepiece without first loosening the lock collar as it can cause damage to the eyepiece and/or the spotting scope.

EYECUP ADJUSTMENT
Zoom and Wide Angle Eyepiece The zoom/wide angle eyepiece of the TrailSeeker features a twist-up eyecup to accommodate both eyeglass and non-eyeglass wearers (Fig. 4). If you do not wear eyeglasses, twist the eyecup clockwise until it reaches the up position. If you wear eyeglasses, make sure that the eyecup is in the down position to obtain the maximum field of view. The eyecup can be set at positions between fully up and down which may suit some users better.

Long Eye Relief (LER) Eyepiece
The LER eyepiece features a rubber eyecup to accommodate eyeglass and non- eyeglass wearers. If you do not wear eyeglasses simply position your eye behind the eyecup. If you wear eyeglasses you will need to remove the eyecup to obtain the maximum field of view. To remove the eyecup, simply pull it towards you and off of the eyepiece.

CHANGING THE MAGNIFICATION (ZOOM EYEPIECE)
To change the magnification of the zoom eyepiece simply rotate the eyepiece in the counterclockwise direction to increase the magnification and clockwise to decrease the magnification (Fig. 5). When changing magnification the scope will need to be refocused. The largest field of view and brightest images will always be at the lowest magnification.

FOCUSING
To ensure a crisp, sharp image the spotting scope must be focused. The TrailSeeker features a dual focus system that includes a coarse and a fine focus (Fig. 6). To focus the spotting scope, slowly rotate the coarse focus knob until the image in the eyepiece is clear and sharp. For fine adjustment slowly rotate the fine focus knob (located in front of the coarse focus knob) until the image in the eyepiece is clear and sharp. When the focus knob will not rotate any further, turn the wheel in the opposite direction.

ROTATING TRIPOD MOUNT
The TrailSeeker features a rotating tripod mount that rotates a full 360° and allows the eyepiece to be set in any viewing position. To change the position of the eyepiece, loosen the lock screw located on the tripod mount and turn the scope to the desired position (Fig. 7). Tighten the lock screw and view through the eyepiece.

LENS SHADE
The lens shade of the TrailSeeker will slide away from the body to protect the lens from exposure to rain or to keep unwanted glare from entering the spotting scope and degrading your image (Fig. 8).

OPTIONAL EYEPIECES
Celestron offers two fixed magnification eyepieces designed for use with the TrailSeeker Series spotting scopes; the 82001 and 82002. The 82001 is a wide angle eyepiece and the 82002 is a long eye relief (LER) eyepiece. In addition to these eyepieces, the TrailSeeker is designed to use standard 1.25” astronomical eyepieces. Celestron offers a wide selection of 1.25” astronomical eyepieces for use on your spotting scope to achieve higher magnifications, wider fields of view, etc.

STAY-ON CARRYING CASE
The TrailSeeker Series spotting scopes come with a stay-on carrying case that protects your spotting scope from bumps, scratches and the elements. The zipper at the bottom of the case allows your spotting scope to be attached to a tripod without removing it from the case and zippers in the front and back allow your scope to be viewed through while still in the case. When the front and back flaps are unzipped the objective lens and eyepiece is exposed.

The flaps are folded over and held out of the way with velcro tabs to prevent them from interfering with your view and allow access to the focus knobs and tripod mount locking screw. The case has built in carrying straps and a detachable shoulder strap to easily carry your scope when in the case.

BALANCE PLATE (FOR THE 100 MM MODEL)
The TrailSeeker 100 mm spotting scope comes with a balance plate to properly balance the spotting scope when attached to a tripod (Fig. 11). To use the balance plate, mount it to the tripod’s ¼”-20 mounting screw using the ¼”-20 threaded hole located on the bottom of the plate. Attach the spotting scope to the balance plate using the ¼”-20 mounting screw located on the top of the plate and thread it into the spotting scope as far as it will go. Slide the spotting scope along the slotted portion of the plate until the spotting scope is balanced on the tripod. Tighten the locking ring to hold the spotting scope in the desired position.

DIGISCOPING
The TrailSeeker spotting scopes can be used for digging with SLR cameras and point-and-shoot digital cameras. Please note that not all cameras are compatible for digiscoping and in some cameras, vignetting (a circular image surrounded by black) will occur. Point-and-shoot cameras with an optical zoom of 3x or 4x tend to be the most compatible with the least amount of vignetting. When using a zoom eyepiece, photographs will be the sharpest and brightest when the eyepiece is set at the lowest magnification.

SLR PHOTOGRAPHY
To use an SLR camera and your spotting scope for photography, you will shoot through the eyepiece while it is attached to the spotting scope. To prevent damage to the spotting scope, eyepiece or camera make sure the eyepiece lock collar is secure during each stage of the setup.

Remove the eyecup from the zoom/wide-angle eyepiece. With the eyecup down, rotate it counterclockwise to remove it from the eyepiece. This will expose the threads under the eyecup (Fig. 12a).
Note : Simply pull the rubber eyecup off of the LER eyepiece to expose the threads.
Thread the included T-adapter step ring to the threads exposed on the zoom/wide angle eyepiece in step one above (Fig. 12b).
Note : The T-adapter step ring is not necessary when using the LER eyepiece.
Thread an optional T-ring for your make and model of the camera onto the T-adapter step ring (Fig. 12c).
Note : When using the LER eyepiece, thread the T-ring directly to the threads of the eyepiece.
Attach your SLR camera body to the T-ring (Fig. 12d).

The TrailSeeker spotting scopes have fixed apertures and as a result fixed f/ratios. To achieve the proper exposure for your photographs you need to set the shutter speed accordingly. Most cameras offer through-the-lens metering which will let you know if your picture is under or overexposed. Consult your camera manual for specific information on metering, changing shutter speeds and other settings.

POINT-AND-SHOOT PHOTOGRAPHY
A variety of point-and-shoot cameras can be used to digiscope with the TrailSeeker spotting scopes utilizing the Universal Camera Adapter (#93626) offered by Celestron (Fig. 13). This adapter attaches to the spotting scope’s eyepiece and allows the camera lens to be centered behind the eyepiece. Please note that not all cameras are compatible with this adapter as there is not enough adjustment to center the lens behind the eyepiece when the position of the lens is low in the camera body or when the camera does not have adequate height.

WATERPROOF / FOGPROOF
The TrailSeeker Series spotting scopes are waterproof and filled with dry nitrogen gas to prevent the housing from fogging internally.

CARE AND STORAGE
Your Celestron spotting scope will provide you with years of dependable service if it is cared for and stored properly.

Protect the spotting scope from impact and do not force any of the moving parts beyond their limits.
Protect the optics of your spotting scope by putting on all lens caps when not in use.
Store your spotting scope in a cool, dry place whenever possible.
When storing for an extended period of time, place the spotting scope in a plastic bag or airtight container with a desiccant.
Do not leave the spotting scope in a car on a hot/sunny day or near anything that generates heat as this may cause damage.
Clean any dust, dirt, or water that may get on the spotting scope or inside moving parts as soon as possible to prevent any unforeseen damage.

CLEANING

Proper lens cleaning is essential to maintaining the optical integrity of your spotting scope. Dirty lenses diminish the amount of light transmitted through the spotting scope and your overall viewing experience.

Remove any dust on the lenses with a soft lens brush or a can of pressurized air.
Remove any fingerprints, stains, or smudges from the lens surface with a soft, clean lens cloth or lens tissue by rubbing in a circular motion. Start in the middle of the lens and work your way to the edges. Breathe lightly on the lens to provide moisture if needed.
For a more thorough cleaning, we recommend the use of a lens/optics cleaning kit available at most photo or optical shops. Follow the directions supplied with the cleaning kit for best results.

SERVICE AND REPAIR
If warranty problems arise or repairs are necessary, contact the Celestron customer service department if you live in the United States or Canada. If you live outside of these countries, please contact the dealer you purchased your spotting scope from or the Celestron distributor in your country. A list of our distributors can be found on our website.

WARRANTY
Your spotting scope is covered under the Celestron Limited Lifetime Warranty. Celestron warrants the spotting scope to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the spotting scope’s usable lifetime to the original owner. Celestron will repair or replace the spotting scope which, upon inspection by Celestron, is found to be defective in materials or workmanship and within the definitions of the limits described below. This warranty does not cover products that have been subject to abuse, misuse, physically damaged, altered, or had unauthorized repairs or modifications. This warranty does not cover defects due to normal wear and tear and other conditions. This warranty is valid to U.S.A. and Canadian customers who have purchased their spotting scope from an authorized Celestron dealer in the U.S.A. or Canada. For products purchased outside of the U.S.A. or Canada please contact your local Celestron Distributor or authorized Dealer for applicable warranty information. Additional warranty information and eligibility details can be found on the Celestron website. Celestron spotting scopes are designed and intended for those 14 years of age and older. Product design and specifications are subject to change without prior notification.