Celestron AstroMaster 114AZ User manual

Use the three tightening screws located at the
bottom of each leg to secure the extended legs
in place.
To set up the tripod, spread the legs outward until
they are fully extended. Extend each of the three
tripod legs down 6-12".
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All three legs should be the same length to provide
a level platform for the telescope.
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7
Here is how the fully assembled tripod and mount
should appear.
5
Properly assembled, the accessory tray should
appear as pictured above.
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Next slide telescope tube into the mount. Be sure to
back out fastening screws to allow enough
clearance for the dovetail.
8
Center dovetail in the mount and tighten fastening
screw. For added security tighten the angled lock
down screw next to the fastening screw.
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Quick set-up guide for:
Model #31043 – AstroMaster 114AZ
Your AstroMaster 114AZ includes: optical tube w/
built-on StarPointer finderscope, pre-assembled
tripod with center leg brace and attached
altazimuth mount, two eyepieces, accessory tray,
lens cloth, battery, owner’s manual, and The Sky™
CD Software.
To attach the accessory tray, line up notches and
turn clockwise until tray tabs lock into place with
the tripod brackets.
Questions or Problems with Set-up?
CONTACT: Celestron Technical Support:
310.803.5955
www.celestron.com
dovetail
mount
fastening
screws

Loosen the set screw on the focuser. Remove the
plastic cap covering the end of the focuser.
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Insert the chrome barrel of the 20mm eyepiece
into the focuser and tighten the set screw.
12
Unscrew battery cover for the StarPointer
finderscope. Insert battery with “+” side facing
out.
13
Replace battery cover and tighten. For longer
battery life be sure to turn off finderscope when
not in use.
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Remove the lens cap from the front of the
telescope before you begin observing.
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You are now ready to start using you AstroMaster
telescope.
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For detailed usage information please consult your owner’s manual.
Quick Set-up Guide [cont]
battery
on/off
switch
battery
cover
WARNING: Never attempt to view the sun through any telescope
without proper filtering!