Optical Tube: The main optical component that gathers the light from distant objects and brings this light to a focus for observation with the eyepiece. 1c depicts a cradle ring clamped in place by one of the lock knobs and one of the lock knobs hanging loose. 1).Ĭradle Rings (2): Hold optical tube securely in place.Ĭradle Ring Lock Knobs (2): Tighten to a firm feel to hold the optical tube securely in place. Tighten to a firm feel only.Įyepiece: Place one of the supplied eyepieces into the eyepiece holder ( 2, Fig. Be sure to become acquainted with all of these controls before you begin making observations through the telescope.įocus Knobs: Move the telescope’s focus drawtube in a finely-controlled motion to achieve precise image focus.Įyepiece Holder: Holds the eyepiece in place.Įyepiece Holder Thumbscrews (2): Tighten the eyepiece in place. The DS-114AT telescope has a variety of useful features. If you wish to use Autostar to automatically view objects, see page 19 for some examples. If you wish to align the telescope, see page 17. If you wish to initialize Autostar, see page 15. If you wish to attach the viewfinder, see page 10. Sight along the side of the telescope's main tube to locate an object and then observe through the eyepiece. Then press the clip back against the leg to lock in place.
Use the focus knobs (D) to bring objects into focus.Īdjust the height of the tripod by lifting the clip on each leg and extending the sliding inner section of each tripod leg to the desired length. Remove the dust cove r from the end of optical tube assembly. Tighten the thumbscrews (C) to a firm feel only.
Remove the supplied 25mm eyepiece (B) from its container and place it into the eyepiece holder. Then tighten the cradle rings lock knobs to a firm feel. Slide the tube back and forth until you find a position where the tube remains horizontal ( i.e., without tipping up or down). Note the optical tube's and the yoke's orientation in photo. Fasten the cradle rings lock knobs so that they only hold the optical tube loosely do not tighten the lock knobs yet. Turn the optical tube around and replace it into the cradle rings. Tighten the alt lock (A) to a firm feel, so the rings remain in that position. Turn the cradle rings so that the ring base is horizontal (parallel) to the ground. Stand the tripod on a flat surface and gently pull the legs apart to a fully open position. Stand the tripod and orient the cradle rings. Once the rings are open, remove the optical tube from the cradle rings.ģ. Loosen the cradle ring lock knobs and move the knobs out of the way so that you can open the cradle rings. The optical tube is shipped oriented the wrong direction in the yoke mount for observing-you must remove the tube from the mount and turn it around 180°. Carefully remove the assembly from the box. The optical tube assembly is shipped with the cradle rings, yoke mount, and tripod attached. It is recommended that you perform this operation in the daytime or in bright light the first time you assemble the telescope. Perform this setup on a flat, stable surface. Remove the optical tube and tripod from the giftbox. Īppendix B: To Find Objects Not in the Database. Īdjusting the Speed of a Scrolling Message.
īasic Autostar Operation.Īutostar Navigation Exercise. Tracking an Object Automatically.Īlt/Az Home Position. Observing by Moving the Telescope Manually. Patent Office and in principal countries throughout the world. ® The name “Meade” and the Meade logo are trademarks registered with the U.S. If you are anxious to use your DS-114AT Telescope for the first time, before a thorough reading of this instruction manual, see the QUICK-START GUIDE on page 4. Improperly installed batteries void your Meade warranty. If these precautions are not followed, batteries may explode, catch fire, or leak.
Do not install batteries backward or mix new and used batteries. Follow battery manufacturer's precautions. Use care to install batteries as indicated by the battery compartment. Children should always have adult supervision while observing. Do not look through the telescope or its viewfinder as it is moving.
Do not point the telescope or its viewfinder at or near the Sun. Eye damage is often painless, so there is no warning to the observer that damage has occurred until it is too late. Never use a Meade ® DS-114AT Telescope to look at the Sun! Looking at or near the Sun will cause instant and irreversible damage to your eye.