Konus Konustart EQ 70 x 900mm Electronic Refractor Telescope User Manual

1. Sarrera

Thank you for choosing the Konus Konustart EQ 70 x 900mm Electronic Refractor Telescope. This instrument is designed for astronomical observation, offering a 70mm objective lens and a 900mm focal length for clear views of celestial objects. The included electronic motor facilitates tracking, making it suitable for extended observation and astrophotography. Please read this manual thoroughly before assembly and operation to ensure proper use and longevity of your telescope.

2. Segurtasun informazioa

• Never look directly at the sun through the telescope or its finderscope without a professionally manufactured solar filter. Permanent eye damage or blindness can result.
• Do not leave the telescope unsupervised, especially when children are present.
• Handle optical components with care. Avoid touching lens surfaces to prevent smudges and scratches.
• Ensure all locking screws are tightened securely during assembly to prevent accidental drops or damage.
• Keep the telescope away from moisture and extreme temperatures.

3. Paketearen edukia

Verify that all components are present before beginning assembly. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact Konus customer support.

• Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) - 70mm Refractor
• Equatorial (EQ) Mount
• Adjustable Aluminum Tripod with Accessory Tray
• Electronic Tracking Motor
• Finderscope (Reflex type)
• Eyepieces (Plossl type, typically 25mm and 10mm)
• Ispilu diagonala
• Counterweights and Counterweight Shaft
• Slow-motion Control Cables
• Erabiltzailearen eskuliburua

4. Muntaketa eta Konfigurazioa

Follow these steps to assemble your Konus Konustart EQ 70 x 900mm telescope.

4.1. Tripodeen muntaia

1. Spread the tripod legs outwards until they are fully extended.
2. Attach the accessory tray to the center brace of the tripod. This will also help stabilize the tripod.
3. Adjust the height of the tripod legs to a comfortable viewing level, ensuring the tripod head is level.

4.2. Mounting the Equatorial Mount

1. Place the equatorial mount onto the tripod head. Secure it using the large bolt located underneath the tripod head.
2. Attach the counterweight shaft to the equatorial mount. Slide the counterweights onto the shaft and secure them with the locking screw.
3. Attach the slow-motion control cables to their respective gears on the Right Ascension (RA) and Declination (DEC) axes.

4.3. Attaching the Optical Tube

1. Carefully place the optical tube assembly into the mounting rings on the equatorial mount.
2. Tighten the mounting ring screws to secure the optical tube. Ensure the telescope is balanced by adjusting its position within the rings.

Image 1: The Konus Konustart EQ 70 x 900mm Electronic Refractor Telescope fully assembled on its equatorial mount and tripod.

4.4. Installing the Finderscope

1. Slide the finderscope into its bracket on the optical tube.
2. Tighten the small thumbscrews on the bracket to hold the finderscope securely.

4.5. Inserting Eyepieces and Diagonal

1. Unscrew the dust cap from the focuser tube.
2. Insert the diagonal mirror into the focuser tube and secure it with the thumbscrew.
3. Insert the desired eyepiece (e.g., 25mm for lower magnification, 10mm for higher magnification) into the diagonal and secure it with the thumbscrew.

4.6. Connecting the Electronic Motor

1. Attach the electronic tracking motor to the Right Ascension (RA) axis of the equatorial mount. Ensure the gears mesh correctly.
2. Secure the motor with its locking screw.
3. Insert the required batteries (not included) into the motor's battery compartment.

4.7. Polar Alignment (Basic)

For accurate tracking, the equatorial mount needs to be aligned with the Earth's rotational axis. This is known as polar alignment.

1. Point the RA axis of the mount towards Polaris (the North Star) in the Northern Hemisphere, or Sigma Octantis in the Southern Hemisphere.
2. Adjust the latitude setting on the mount to match your geographical latitude.
3. Fine-tune the azimuth (left/right) and altitude (up/down) adjustments until Polaris is centered in the finderscope when the RA axis is pointed correctly.

5. Funtzionamendu-argibideak

5.1. Aligning the Finderscope

The finderscope helps locate objects quickly. It must be aligned with the main telescope.

1. Point the main telescope at a distant, stationary object (e.g., a streetlight or a distant tree) during daylight hours.
2. Zentratu objektua teleskopio nagusiaren okularrean.
3. Look through the finderscope and adjust its alignment screws until the same object is centered in the finderscope's reticle.

5.2. Enfokatzea

Rotate the focuser knobs until the image in the eyepiece is sharp and clear. You may need to adjust focus slightly when changing eyepieces or observing different objects.

5.3. Zeruko objektuak kokatzea

1. Erabili bilatzailea nahi duzun zeruko objektua aurkitzeko.
2. Once the object is centered in the finderscope, look through the main telescope's eyepiece. It should be visible, though perhaps not perfectly centered.
3. Use the slow-motion control cables to fine-tune the telescope's position and center the object in the eyepiece.

5.4. Using the Electronic Tracking Motor

Once an object is centered and the mount is polar-aligned, turn on the electronic tracking motor. The motor will automatically move the telescope at sidereal rate (the rate at which stars appear to move across the sky), keeping the object centered in your eyepiece for extended viewing without constant manual adjustment. This is particularly useful for high-magnification observation and astrophotography.

6. Mantentzea

6.1. Lenteak garbitzea

• Use a soft brush or compressed air to remove loose dust particles from the objective lens and eyepieces.
• For stubborn smudges, use a specialized optical cleaning solution and a clean microfiber cloth designed for optics. Apply the solution to the cloth, not directly to the lens.
• Clean gently in a circular motion from the center outwards.

6.2. Biltegiratzea

• Always replace dust caps on the objective lens and focuser when not in use.
• Store the telescope in a dry, dust-free environment, preferably in its original packaging or a padded case.
• Remove batteries from the electronic motor if storing for extended periods to prevent leakage.

6.3. Zaintza orokorra

• Aldian-aldian egiaztatu torloju eta azkoin guztiak estu daudela.
• Avoid exposing the telescope to sudden temperature changes, which can cause condensation.

7. Arazoak

8. Zehaztapenak

• Eredua: Konustart EQ 70 x 900mm
• Mota: Teleskopio errefraktorea
• Lente objektiboaren diametroa: 70 mm
• Foku-luzera: 900 mm
• Mendi mota: Equatorial (EQ)
• Finderscope: Erreflexua
• Begi-lentearen deskribapena: Plossl
• Foku mota: Eskuzko fokua
• Jarraipena: Electronic Motor (for Right Ascension)
• Elementuaren pisua: 9.07 kg
• Fabrikatzailearen pieza zenbakia: 1782
• UPC: 698156017821, 698156117828

9. Bermea eta Laguntza

Konus products are manufactured to high-quality standards. For information regarding warranty coverage, technical support, or service, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Konus webgunea. Gorde erosketa-agiria erosketaren frogagiri gisa.

For further assistance, please contact Konus customer service through their official channels.