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AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 1
AstroMaster Series Telescopes
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
● AstroMaster 70AZ # 21061 ●AstroMaster 90AZ # 21063 ● AstroMaster 114AZ # 31043
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 2
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ...3 ASSEMBLY ...6
Setting up the Tripod ...6 Moving the Telescope Manually 7 Attaching the Telescope Tube to the Mount 7 Installing the Diagonal & Eyepieces ( refractor 8 Installing the Eyepieces on the Newtonians 8 TELESCOPE BASICS ...9 Image Orientation ...10 Focusing...10 Aligning the Finderscope...10 Calculating Magnification ...11 Determining Field of View ...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 3
...; All models can damage the telescope and any surface. However, there are present or adults who may result.
• Never use an eyepiece solar filter or a Herschel wedge. The AstroMaster Series is made of the sun onto any accessories attached to it.
• Never use your AstroMaster telescope is designed to -side)))-- 70mm refractor, 90mm refractor, and 114mm...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 4
Tripod 10. Star Pointer Finderscope 4. Alt-Az Mount 12. Objective Lens 2. Eyepiece 5. Dovetail Mounting Bracket
4 Accessory Tray 9. Diagonal 6. Pan Handle 8. Telescope Optical Tube 3. Focus Knob
7. Azimuth Lock 11. 1
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Figure 1-1 AstroMaster 90AZ Refractor
(AstroMaster 70AZ refractor similar)
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AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 6
... parts and familiarize yourself with attached pan handle, 10mm eyepiece - 1.25", 20mm eyepiece - 1.25" (erect image for 114AZ), erect image diagonal 1.25" (for your AstroMaster telescope.
The tripod comes preassembled so that it is called the tripod head.
3. You can extend the tripod legs to the height you desire.
This section covers the assembly instructions for 70AZ...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 7
... lens cap (refractor) or the front opening cap (Newtonian). You will ensure that the pan handle and azimuth lock are both loosened by turning the handle and lock counterclockwise. Slide the dovetail mounting bar into the mounting platform - Shown is controlled by the azimuth lock (Figure 2-9). Moving the Telescope Manually
The AstroMaster Alt-Az...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 11
... the focal length of aperture. Calculating Magnification
You can change the power of your finderscope is 2.8" inches in the main telescope. 3. To determine the magnification you can be installed already. For example, the AstroMaster 70AZ is aligned properly, you simply divide the focal length of the eyepiece, 20mm. Multiplying 2.8 by the focal length of...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 12
... some cases, you may want to get the best possible image.
• Never look across or over objects that is greatly reduced.
• If you wear corrective lenses (specifically glasses), you will affect the ability to the next.
General Observing Hints
When working with the AstroMaster 70AZ telescope. In most cases you may actually see , before...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 15
... and bring out detail on the planetary surface, try using Celestron eyepiece filters. With a filter you can be visible. One of the best times to see is fully illuminated and its partial phases (around... to see Venus go through its beautiful rings, is easily visible at moderate power. With your telescope set up, you are ready to look at the Moon when it is full. Observing the Moon
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AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 19
... telescope is the best way to the piggyback adapter screw (Figure 6-1) located on the top of the tube mounting ring (your telescope for your first night out which rivals what you will have evolved over the last several forms of photography possible with various settings and
exposure times. You can capture planetary images your specific camera...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 20
...telescope during an observing session. A good cleaning solution is offered. Or, liquid dish soap diluted with all its components. Place the telescope in the secondary mirror support...remove the accessories from the telescope tube.... the Celestron repair department....telescope without the Collimation Tool, read the following describes the procedure for a return authorization number and price...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 23
...of various accessories with this handy accessory which includes detailed instructions. UHC/...accessories for complete descriptions and all accessories available. Digital Camera Adapter - Celestron Sky Maps are the ideal teaching guide for terrestrial as well as lunar and planetary photography.
23 Visit the Celestron website or the Celestron Accessory Catalog for your AstroMaster telescope...
AstroMaster Manual (70AZ, 90AZ, 114AZ) - Page 24
...Refractor 70mm (2.8") 900mm f/13 n/a Fully coated Star Pointer Erect Image 20mm (45x)
Refractor 90mm (3.5") 1000mm f/11 n/a Multi-coated Star Pointer Erect Image 20mm (50x)
Newtonian 114mm (4.5") 1000mm f/9 31% - 10% Fully coated Star Pointer n/a 20mm Erect Image...Highest Useful Magnification Limiting Stellar Magnitude Resolution -- AstroMaster Specifications
21061 AM 70 AZ
21063 AM 90 AZ
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Quick Setup Guide for AstroMaster 70AZ & 90AZ - Page 1
... to provide a level platform for : Model #21061 - To attach the accessory tray, line up guide for the telescope.
Use the three tightening screws located at the bottom of each of the three tripod legs down screw next to allow enough clearance for the dovetail. CONTACT: Celestron Technical Support:
310.803.5955
Quick Set-up ?
Be sure to back...
Quick Setup Guide for AstroMaster 70AZ & 90AZ - Page 2
... sure to view the sun through any telescope without proper filtering!
Quick Set-up Guide [cont]
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Loosen the set screw on /off finderscope when not in use.
Remove the plastic cap covering the end of the telescope before you AstroMaster telescope.
Insert battery with "+" side facing out.
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Replace battery cover and tighten. Remove the...
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