Meade Binocular and Digital Camera User Manual

Operating Instructions
Meade
®
CaptureView II
TM
8x22, 8x30 Integrated Binocular
and Digital Cameras
WARNING! Never use a Meade
®
binocular to look at the Sun!
Looking at or near the Sun will cause instant and irreversible
damage to your eye. Eye damage is often painless, so there is no
warning to the observer that damage has occurred until it is too late.
Do not point the binocular at or near the Sun. Children should
always have adult supervision while observing.
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1. Diopter Knob (on
underside)
2. Center Focus Knob
3. Objective Lens
4. Mode Button
5. Shutter Button
6. USB Port
7. Eyepiece
8. Camera Lens
9. LCD Screen
10. Battery Compartment
11. Barrel
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Meade Binocular and Digital Camera Specifications

General

Brand	Meade
Model	Binocular and Digital Camera
Category	Binoculars
Language	English

Summary

I. Introduction

II. Binocular Operation

Adjustment of Eye Relief for Eyeglass Wearers

How to adjust eyecups for eyeglass wearers for optimal viewing.

Adjusting the Eyepieces

Instructions on adjusting interpupillary distance (IPD) for a single circular field of view.

Focusing the Binocular

Step-by-step guide to focus the binocular using the diopter and center focus knobs.

III. How To Use Your Camera

Inserting Batteries

Guide on how to properly insert AAA batteries into the compartment.

Turn on the Camera

Instructions on powering on the camera using the mode button.

Taking Still Pictures/Setting the Resolution Mode

Steps to take pictures and select between high (Hr) and low (Lr) resolution modes.

Self-Timer

Explains how to use the self-timer function for delayed picture taking.

Erasing/Deleting Pictures

Instructions for deleting the last captured picture (CL) or all pictures (CA).

IV. System Requirements

V. Driver and Software Installation

For Win 98 Se Users

Specific installation steps for users of Windows 98 SE.

For WinXP/2000/Me Users

Installation instructions for Windows XP, 2000, and Me users.

Install Photo manager

Detailed steps to install the Thalia Photo Manager software from the CD-ROM.

Troubleshooting

VI. Maintenance

Care of your CaptureView II

Instructions on cleaning, storing, and handling the device to prevent damage.

VII. Specifications

8 x 30 Model

Lists detailed technical specifications for the 8x30 model.

BINOCULAR/DIGITAL CAMERA LIMITED WARRANTY

RGA Number Required

Explains the requirement for obtaining an RGA number for product returns.

ANY RETURN MADE IN THE U.S.A. UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY MUST FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE:

Outlines the specific procedure for returning products for warranty service in USA.