Celestron NexStar GPS - Adjusting the Tripod Height; Vibration Suppression Pads

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The tripod that comes with your NexStar telescope is adjustable. To adjust the height at which the tripod stands:

1. Loosen the extension clamp on one of the tripod legs (see figure 3-1).

2. Extend the leg to the desired height.

3. Tighten the extension clamp to hold the leg in place.

4. Repeat this process for each of the remaining legs.

You can do this while the tripod legs are still folded together.

Remember that the higher the tripod legs are extended, the less stable it is. For casual observing, this may not pose a problem.

However, if you plan on doing photography, the tripod should be set low to ensure stability. A recommended height is to set the

tripod in such a manner that you can look directly into the eyepiece on the telescope with a diagonal while seated.

The Vibration Suppression Pads (VSP) reduce telescope vibration caused by windy conditions, an accidental bump from the

observer, or an unsteady mount. The VSP, which consists of a set of three pads, reduces the vibration time and also the vibration

amplitude. They fit between the bottom of the tripod legs and the ground. They work on any surface: grass, dirt, concrete,

asphalt, wood, etc. The Vibration Suppression Pads are installed after the tripod has been set up. The pads are inserted one leg at

a time. When using the VSP's remove the rubber feet on the bottom of each tripod leg and make sure that one of the grips on the

bottom of the Vibration Suppression Pad is pointing toward the center of the tripod.

Tripod Hea

Central Column

Leg Support Bracket

Tension Knob

Leg Clamp

Figure 3-1

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