ORION TELESCOPES & BINOCULARS GoScope III User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IN 585 06/17
Orion
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GoScope III 70mm
Refractor Travel Telescope
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ORION TELESCOPES & BINOCULARS GoScope III Specifications

General

Type	Refractor
Aperture	70mm
Focal Length	400mm
Focal Ratio	f/5.7
Mount Type	Altazimuth
Weight	3.5 lbs
Tripod	Aluminum
Finderscope	Red dot finder
Eyepieces	20mm and 10mm
Magnification	20x, 40x

Summary

1. Parts List

SOLAR WARNING

Critical safety warning about using the telescope to view the Sun without proper filters.

2. Assembly

3. Preparing the Telescope for Operation

Aligning and Using the Finder Scope

Steps to align the finder scope with the main telescope for easier target acquisition.

Operating the Tripod and Pan Head

Instructions on how to use the alt-azimuth pan head mount for telescope movement.

Eyepiece Selection

Explanation of how magnification is determined by eyepiece focal length and telescope focal length.

Focusing the Telescope

Guide on how to focus the telescope to achieve a sharp image of the target object.

What's That Hook?

Explanation of the ballast hook on the tripod for stabilization.

4. Viewing with the GoScope III 70mm

Best Targets

Recommended celestial and terrestrial objects to view with the telescope.

Where Can I Use My GoScope?

Guidance on suitable locations and conditions for using the telescope for viewing.

5. Useful Optional Accessories

6. Telescope Care and Maintenance

Cleaning Optics

Instructions on how to properly clean telescope lenses and eyepieces.

7. Specifications

One-Year Limited Warranty