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...To begin, set up StarSense Explorer and using the app to navigate the sky. ENGLISH | 1 Turn the knobs at the bottom of the bracket until the same object is centered, unobstructed, in the mirror. 5 6 4. Now we need to align the phone's view to the telescope's view. ...your phone in your phone over the StarSense Dock's mirror. Insert the low powered eyepiece. 4 2. First, you through setting up your telescope according to the instructions in the Quick Setup Guide that came in the crosshairs. Center the object in the StarSense Dock. 3. We recommend practicing these...
...To begin, set up StarSense Explorer and using the app to navigate the sky. ENGLISH | 1 Turn the knobs at the bottom of the bracket until the same object is centered, unobstructed, in the mirror. 5 6 4. Now we need to align the phone's view to the telescope's view. ...your phone in your phone over the StarSense Dock's mirror. Insert the low powered eyepiece. 4 2. First, you through setting up your telescope according to the instructions in the Quick Setup Guide that came in the crosshairs. Center the object in the StarSense Dock. 3. We recommend practicing these...
StarSense Explorer App
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... and wait several seconds so that the telescope can sense the stars in your object! Tap any object in the planetarium view to move the telescope towards the object. 9 7. Using the telescope's slow-motion controls, follow the arrows ...closer to complete the process again. The app will only take a minute. 2. If the telescope has detected stars, but is still not over your telescope is pointing. 8 6. Tap any celestial object in the list. 6 4. Using the StarSense Explorer App...
... and wait several seconds so that the telescope can sense the stars in your object! Tap any object in the planetarium view to move the telescope towards the object. 9 7. Using the telescope's slow-motion controls, follow the arrows ...closer to complete the process again. The app will only take a minute. 2. If the telescope has detected stars, but is still not over your telescope is pointing. 8 6. Tap any celestial object in the list. 6 4. Using the StarSense Explorer App...
StarSense Explorer Dobsonian Instruction
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL #22470 STARSENSE EXPLORER 8" DOBSONIAN #22471 STARSENSE EXPLORER 10" DOBSONIAN
INSTRUCTION MANUAL #22470 STARSENSE EXPLORER 8" DOBSONIAN #22471 STARSENSE EXPLORER 10" DOBSONIAN
StarSense Explorer Dobsonian Instruction
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...Your SSE Dob combines large optics with the exciting StarSense Explorer dock and app to locate faint deep-sky objects-galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and more- Before you take your StarSense Explorer Dob outside for your purchase of your telescope and know what to see details in seconds. and... place them within the field of view of the eyepiece in objects that you to better understand the features of the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian (SSE Dob...
...Your SSE Dob combines large optics with the exciting StarSense Explorer dock and app to locate faint deep-sky objects-galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and more- Before you take your StarSense Explorer Dob outside for your purchase of your telescope and know what to see details in seconds. and... place them within the field of view of the eyepiece in objects that you to better understand the features of the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian (SSE Dob...
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What to Expect 12 Dark Adaptation and Light Pollution 13 Use of Filters 13 Collimating the Optics 14 Transporting 16 Care and Maintenance 17 Specifications StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian 18 Specifications StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian 19 Solar Warning 20 ENGLISH I 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS What's in the Box 4 Base Assembly 5 Telescope Assembly 6 Pointing the Telescope 7 Focusing 8 Using the StarPointer 9 StarSense Explorer Dock and App 10 Determining Magnification and Selecting Eyepieces 11 Cooling your Telescope's Optics 11 Your First Night Out -
What to Expect 12 Dark Adaptation and Light Pollution 13 Use of Filters 13 Collimating the Optics 14 Transporting 16 Care and Maintenance 17 Specifications StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian 18 Specifications StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian 19 Solar Warning 20 ENGLISH I 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS What's in the Box 4 Base Assembly 5 Telescope Assembly 6 Pointing the Telescope 7 Focusing 8 Using the StarPointer 9 StarSense Explorer Dock and App 10 Determining Magnification and Selecting Eyepieces 11 Cooling your Telescope's Optics 11 Your First Night Out -
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...TOOLS L2 Bearing screws (x4) M Rubber bumper Screwdriver Crescent wrenches (x2) Hex keys (x2) O Optical tube assembly with dust cover P StarSense dock Q StarPointer red dot finderscope N1 Altitude tensioning knob N2 Cosmetic knob 25mm Omni R1 Plössl eyepiece T 2"-to1.25" eyepiece ...8" Dob only NOTE: For collimating your telescope's optics, refer to page 14 4 I ENGLISH Dobsonian Base E Side supports (x2) A1 Left side panel FEET ASSEMBLY A2 Right side panel B Front panel C Top plate D Bottom plate AZIMUTH PIVOT BOLT ASSEMBLY F Base assembly screws (x22) G1 Feet (x3) ...
...TOOLS L2 Bearing screws (x4) M Rubber bumper Screwdriver Crescent wrenches (x2) Hex keys (x2) O Optical tube assembly with dust cover P StarSense dock Q StarPointer red dot finderscope N1 Altitude tensioning knob N2 Cosmetic knob 25mm Omni R1 Plössl eyepiece T 2"-to1.25" eyepiece ...8" Dob only NOTE: For collimating your telescope's optics, refer to page 14 4 I ENGLISH Dobsonian Base E Side supports (x2) A1 Left side panel FEET ASSEMBLY A2 Right side panel B Front panel C Top plate D Bottom plate AZIMUTH PIVOT BOLT ASSEMBLY F Base assembly screws (x22) G1 Feet (x3) ...
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BASE ASSEMBLY J2 J1 J2 K1 L2 F L2 F F E L1 L1 F F F A1 B C F L2 L1 L2 F L1 F F E F A2 F H2 H3 H4 F F F H5 F F F F F F F Figure 1A: Exploded view of the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian base. G1 G2 G3 D G1 H3 G2 G3 G1 H1 G2 G3 ENGLISH I 5
BASE ASSEMBLY J2 J1 J2 K1 L2 F L2 F F E L1 L1 F F F A1 B C F L2 L1 L2 F L1 F F E F A2 F H2 H3 H4 F F F H5 F F F F F F F Figure 1A: Exploded view of the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian base. G1 G2 G3 D G1 H3 G2 G3 G1 H1 G2 G3 ENGLISH I 5
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For detailed assembly instructions, refer to see how the parts of the SSE Dob fit together. TELESCOPE ASSEMBLY P Q O R1 T S N1 N2 Figure 1B: Exploded view of the StarSense Explorer Optical Tube Assembly Refer to Figure 1 to the printed Quick Setup Guide included in the box, or on the SSE Dob product page at www.celestron.com 6 I ENGLISH
For detailed assembly instructions, refer to see how the parts of the SSE Dob fit together. TELESCOPE ASSEMBLY P Q O R1 T S N1 N2 Figure 1B: Exploded view of the StarSense Explorer Optical Tube Assembly Refer to Figure 1 to the printed Quick Setup Guide included in the box, or on the SSE Dob product page at www.celestron.com 6 I ENGLISH
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... -and-down and left -to grasp when pointing the telescope. POINTING THE TELESCOPE Dobsonian bases are using a heavy eyepiece or a larger smartphone, you may need to add much tension. This means that the telescope remains still when not touched. ALTITUDE AZIMUTH Figure 2: The StarSense Explorer Dobsonians have two axes of the telescope tube provides a convenient place to grasp the tube...
... -and-down and left -to grasp when pointing the telescope. POINTING THE TELESCOPE Dobsonian bases are using a heavy eyepiece or a larger smartphone, you may need to add much tension. This means that the telescope remains still when not touched. ALTITUDE AZIMUTH Figure 2: The StarSense Explorer Dobsonians have two axes of the telescope tube provides a convenient place to grasp the tube...
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... StarPonter's battery should be replaced with the telescope. Make sure the battery is centered again. Choose a distant tree, sign, building, or other landmark. ALTITUDE KNOB AZIMUTH KNOB Figure 7: The StarPointer red-dot finderscope. USING THE STARPOINTER Although you won't need to rely on the StarPointer red-dot finder when you are using the StarSense Explorer app, it can help...
... StarPonter's battery should be replaced with the telescope. Make sure the battery is centered again. Choose a distant tree, sign, building, or other landmark. ALTITUDE KNOB AZIMUTH KNOB Figure 7: The StarPointer red-dot finderscope. USING THE STARPOINTER Although you won't need to rely on the StarPointer red-dot finder when you are using the StarSense Explorer app, it can help...
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... 12). With the app unlocked, you have any questions about the selected object, including images and audio presentations for options. Select an object to view from the or before your telescope's field of the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian is complete, you can use the code all five times and need to enable telescope control on screen, guiding you 'll find on...
... 12). With the app unlocked, you have any questions about the selected object, including images and audio presentations for options. Select an object to view from the or before your telescope's field of the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian is complete, you can use the code all five times and need to enable telescope control on screen, guiding you 'll find on...
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... a higher-power eyepiece to the Earth). when it slightly up -close. However, a telescope can reveal a star's color and also "split" double stars using an optional Moon filter. They can appear spectacular in the telescope eyepiece, even from dark skies. Globular Star Clusters These are best viewed with a medium-... rewarding in itself. Even so, just being able to start. Objects will appear like faint spiral arms and dust lanes. While you explore the Moon up -and-down and left-to see any nebulosity from urban skies except for high power either. It threads onto bottom...
... a higher-power eyepiece to the Earth). when it slightly up -close. However, a telescope can reveal a star's color and also "split" double stars using an optional Moon filter. They can appear spectacular in the telescope eyepiece, even from dark skies. Globular Star Clusters These are best viewed with a medium-... rewarding in itself. Even so, just being able to start. Objects will appear like faint spiral arms and dust lanes. While you explore the Moon up -and-down and left-to see any nebulosity from urban skies except for high power either. It threads onto bottom...
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...So schedule deep sky observing when the Moon won't be visible. Color Filters - Available in a variety of fainter deep-sky objects in the telescope. You'll notice the greatest improvement in both 1.25" and 2" formats. The Moon will greatly diminish the appearance and contrast of colors,...and usually come in contrast when observing nebulae ENGLISH I 13 You'll get outside to inside a lighted house) or else your setup to reset. Use red flashlights designed for viewing lunar details, this filter cuts down on glare and makes bright objects dimmer. Simply remove the eyepiece from ...
...So schedule deep sky observing when the Moon won't be visible. Color Filters - Available in a variety of fainter deep-sky objects in the telescope. You'll notice the greatest improvement in both 1.25" and 2" formats. The Moon will greatly diminish the appearance and contrast of colors,...and usually come in contrast when observing nebulae ENGLISH I 13 You'll get outside to inside a lighted house) or else your setup to reset. Use red flashlights designed for viewing lunar details, this filter cuts down on glare and makes bright objects dimmer. Simply remove the eyepiece from ...
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Figure 21: For the 10" Dob, there are now aligned and ready for use. Your telescope's optics are three spring-loaded collimation thumbscrews that adjust the tilt of the primary mirror. The handles are finished, the view ... ADJUSTMENT Figure 22: You can carry the tube and the base separately by loosening the altitude tensioning knob and lifting the telescope tube. LOCKING THUMBSCREWS TRANSPORTING Transporting the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian is not centered within the reflection of view and checking to carry. c. Continue adjusting the screws until snug. Instead,...
Figure 21: For the 10" Dob, there are now aligned and ready for use. Your telescope's optics are three spring-loaded collimation thumbscrews that adjust the tilt of the primary mirror. The handles are finished, the view ... ADJUSTMENT Figure 22: You can carry the tube and the base separately by loosening the altitude tensioning knob and lifting the telescope tube. LOCKING THUMBSCREWS TRANSPORTING Transporting the StarSense Explorer Dobsonian is not centered within the reflection of view and checking to carry. c. Continue adjusting the screws until snug. Instead,...
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SPECIFICATIONS #22470 StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian Optical Design Newtonian reflector Aperture 8" (203mm) Focal Length 1200mm Focal Ratio F/5.9 Optical Coatings XLT reflective coatings with silicon dioxide ...red-dot finderscope Other Accessories StarSense Explorer dock, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, carry handles for OTA and base, pointing knob, dust covers Tripod Altazimuth Dobsonian base, adjustable altitude tensioning Optical Tube Dimensions 44" x 9.5" diameter Optical Tube Weight 20.6 lbs. Base dimensions 27" x 19" x 19" Base weight 22.8 lbs. Total Telescope...
SPECIFICATIONS #22470 StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian Optical Design Newtonian reflector Aperture 8" (203mm) Focal Length 1200mm Focal Ratio F/5.9 Optical Coatings XLT reflective coatings with silicon dioxide ...red-dot finderscope Other Accessories StarSense Explorer dock, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, carry handles for OTA and base, pointing knob, dust covers Tripod Altazimuth Dobsonian base, adjustable altitude tensioning Optical Tube Dimensions 44" x 9.5" diameter Optical Tube Weight 20.6 lbs. Base dimensions 27" x 19" x 19" Base weight 22.8 lbs. Total Telescope...
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Total Telescope Kit Weight 54.8 lbs. Base dimensions 26.5" x 21" x 21" Base weight 25.6 lbs. SPECIFICATIONS #22471 StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian Optical Design Newtonian reflector Aperture 10" (254mm) Focal Length 1200mm Focal Ratio F/4.7 ... Eyepiece / Magnification 25mm Plössl, 48x Finderscope StarPointer red-dot finderscope Other Accessories StarSense Explorer dock, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, carry handles for OTA and base, pointing knob, dust covers Tripod Altazimuth Dobsonian base, adjustable altitude tensioning Optical Tube Dimensions 44" x 11...
Total Telescope Kit Weight 54.8 lbs. Base dimensions 26.5" x 21" x 21" Base weight 25.6 lbs. SPECIFICATIONS #22471 StarSense Explorer 10" Dobsonian Optical Design Newtonian reflector Aperture 10" (254mm) Focal Length 1200mm Focal Ratio F/4.7 ... Eyepiece / Magnification 25mm Plössl, 48x Finderscope StarPointer red-dot finderscope Other Accessories StarSense Explorer dock, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, carry handles for OTA and base, pointing knob, dust covers Tripod Altazimuth Dobsonian base, adjustable altitude tensioning Optical Tube Dimensions 44" x 11...
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... to part 15 of the Sun onto any interference received, including interference that the screw or other mechanical fastener is tightened. • Do not use by visiting celestron.com/pages/technical-support celestron.com © 2022 Celestron • All rights reserved • celestron.com 2835 Columbia Street • Torrance, CA 90503 U.S.A. 20 I ENGLISH 0522 Product design and specifications...
... to part 15 of the Sun onto any interference received, including interference that the screw or other mechanical fastener is tightened. • Do not use by visiting celestron.com/pages/technical-support celestron.com © 2022 Celestron • All rights reserved • celestron.com 2835 Columbia Street • Torrance, CA 90503 U.S.A. 20 I ENGLISH 0522 Product design and specifications...
StarSense Explorer Dobsonian Quick Setup Guide
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... L2 Bearing screws (x4) M Rubber bumper Screwdriver Crescent wrenches (x2) Hex keys (x2) O Optical tube assembly with dust cover P StarSense dock Q StarPointer red dot finderscope N1 Altitude tensioning knob N2 Cosmetic knob 2 I ENGLISH R1 25mm Omni Plössl eyepiece...only NOTE: For collimating your telescope's optics, refer to the full instruction manual at celestron.com Dobsonian Base E Side supports (x2) A1 Left side panel FEET ASSEMBLY A2 Right side panel B Front panel C Top plate D Bottom plate AZIMUTH PIVOT BOLT ASSEMBLY F Base assembly screws (x22) G1 Feet ...
... L2 Bearing screws (x4) M Rubber bumper Screwdriver Crescent wrenches (x2) Hex keys (x2) O Optical tube assembly with dust cover P StarSense dock Q StarPointer red dot finderscope N1 Altitude tensioning knob N2 Cosmetic knob 2 I ENGLISH R1 25mm Omni Plössl eyepiece...only NOTE: For collimating your telescope's optics, refer to the full instruction manual at celestron.com Dobsonian Base E Side supports (x2) A1 Left side panel FEET ASSEMBLY A2 Right side panel B Front panel C Top plate D Bottom plate AZIMUTH PIVOT BOLT ASSEMBLY F Base assembly screws (x22) G1 Feet ...
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Your StarSense Explorer Dobsonian is large, so we recommend downloading it in your device. Moving the Telescope 1. The StarSense Dobsonian telescope moves freely in the Apple App Store or Google Play. You can use the knob handle at the front of the telescope for "Celestron StarSense Explorer" in altitude (up to activate the app. Retighten the thumbscrews on the 2"-to-1.25" eyepiece adapter (T) now installed in...
Your StarSense Explorer Dobsonian is large, so we recommend downloading it in your device. Moving the Telescope 1. The StarSense Dobsonian telescope moves freely in the Apple App Store or Google Play. You can use the knob handle at the front of the telescope for "Celestron StarSense Explorer" in altitude (up to activate the app. Retighten the thumbscrews on the 2"-to-1.25" eyepiece adapter (T) now installed in...
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... align the finder to maximum brightness using the 25mm eyepiece. NOTE: The image in your telescope, you chose lies in the telescope's 25mm eyepiece. 5. Look through any telescope without a proper solar filter. Congratulations! www.celestron.com/pages/warranty Need assistance? Although the StarSense Explorer app will locate and center objects for you assemble your telescope may appear inverted. The first...
... align the finder to maximum brightness using the 25mm eyepiece. NOTE: The image in your telescope, you chose lies in the telescope's 25mm eyepiece. 5. Look through any telescope without a proper solar filter. Congratulations! www.celestron.com/pages/warranty Need assistance? Although the StarSense Explorer app will locate and center objects for you assemble your telescope may appear inverted. The first...
