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SKY-WATCHER 707AZ2 - User Manual

SKY-WATCHER 707AZ2
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FOR 707AZ2
Optical Tube:
70mm/700mm
Alt-Azimuth Mount:
AZ2
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Dust Cap / Mask
(Remove before Viewing)
Dew Cap / Sun Shade
Objective Lens
Telescope Main Tube
Finderscope
Finderscope Bracket
Finderscope Alignment
Screws
Focus Locking Screw
Eyepiece
Diagonal
Focus Tube
Focus Knob
Altitude Fine-adjustment
Control
Azimuth Lock Knob
Accessory Tray
Tripod Leg
Height Adjustment
Clamp
Yoke Locking Knob
Altitude Lock Knob
Yoke Mount
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Summary

Tripod Set Up

Assembling Tripod Legs

Step-by-step guide to assembling the tripod legs for stability.

Attaching Mount to Tripod Legs

Instructions for securely connecting the telescope mount to the assembled tripod legs.

Attaching the Accessory Tray

Details on how to attach the accessory tray to the tripod legs.

Telescope Assembly

Attaching Telescope Main Tube to Mount

Guide for connecting the main telescope tube to the alt-azimuth mount.

Finderscope Assembly

Attaching the Finderscope

Instructions for mounting the finderscope onto the main telescope tube.

Eyepiece Assembly

Inserting Eyepiece

Steps for correctly inserting and securing an eyepiece into the diagonal.

Finderscope Alignment

Select Distant Object and Center

Choose a distant object, center it in the main telescope view.

Align Finderscope Crosshairs

Use alignment screws to center the finderscope crosshairs on the object.

Operating Your Telescope

Operating the AZ2 Mount

Guide to controlling telescope movements using the altitude and azimuth lock knobs.

Using the Barlow Lens

Explanation of how a Barlow lens increases magnification and its placement.

Focusing the Telescope

Instructions for achieving a sharp image by adjusting the focus knobs.

Pointing Your Telescope

Swivel and Tilt Telescope

How to swivel the telescope for azimuth and tilt for altitude adjustments.

Tracking Celestial Objects

Method for nudging the telescope to keep objects in the field due to Earth's rotation.

Understanding Altitude and Azimuth

Explanation of altitude and azimuth measurements for pointing.

Calculating Magnification (Power)

Calculating Field of View

Calculating Exit Pupil

Observing the Sky

Sky Conditions

Factors affecting viewing quality: seeing (air steadiness) and transparency (air clarity).

Selecting an Observing Site

Advice on choosing a good location for astronomical observation, away from lights and pollution.

Choosing the Best Time to Observe

Guidance on optimal times for observation based on atmospheric conditions and object position.

Cooling the Telescope

Importance of allowing the telescope to reach ambient temperature to minimize image distortion.

Using Your Eyes

Tips for optimizing vision for observing, including dark adaptation and averted vision.

Summary

Tripod Set Up

Assembling Tripod Legs

Step-by-step guide to assembling the tripod legs for stability.

Attaching Mount to Tripod Legs

Instructions for securely connecting the telescope mount to the assembled tripod legs.

Attaching the Accessory Tray

Details on how to attach the accessory tray to the tripod legs.

Telescope Assembly

Attaching Telescope Main Tube to Mount

Guide for connecting the main telescope tube to the alt-azimuth mount.

Finderscope Assembly

Attaching the Finderscope

Instructions for mounting the finderscope onto the main telescope tube.

Eyepiece Assembly

Inserting Eyepiece

Steps for correctly inserting and securing an eyepiece into the diagonal.

Finderscope Alignment

Select Distant Object and Center

Choose a distant object, center it in the main telescope view.

Align Finderscope Crosshairs

Use alignment screws to center the finderscope crosshairs on the object.

Operating Your Telescope

Operating the AZ2 Mount

Guide to controlling telescope movements using the altitude and azimuth lock knobs.

Using the Barlow Lens

Explanation of how a Barlow lens increases magnification and its placement.

Focusing the Telescope

Instructions for achieving a sharp image by adjusting the focus knobs.

Pointing Your Telescope

Swivel and Tilt Telescope

How to swivel the telescope for azimuth and tilt for altitude adjustments.

Tracking Celestial Objects

Method for nudging the telescope to keep objects in the field due to Earth's rotation.

Understanding Altitude and Azimuth

Explanation of altitude and azimuth measurements for pointing.

Calculating Magnification (Power)

Calculating Field of View

Calculating Exit Pupil

Observing the Sky

Sky Conditions

Factors affecting viewing quality: seeing (air steadiness) and transparency (air clarity).

Selecting an Observing Site

Advice on choosing a good location for astronomical observation, away from lights and pollution.

Choosing the Best Time to Observe

Guidance on optimal times for observation based on atmospheric conditions and object position.

Cooling the Telescope

Importance of allowing the telescope to reach ambient temperature to minimize image distortion.

Using Your Eyes

Tips for optimizing vision for observing, including dark adaptation and averted vision.

SKY-WATCHER 707AZ2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeRefractor
Aperture70 mm
Focal Length700 mm
Focal Ratiof/10
Mount TypeAltazimuth
Finderscope5x24
Eyepieces10mm, 25mm
TripodAluminum

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