Celestron Regal M2 User manual

~CELESTRON"
Regai'M2
SPOTTING SCOPE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Thank you
for
purchasing a Celestron Regal
M2
spotting
scope.
We
trust
that
this
spotting
scope
will
provide
you
with
years
of
enjoyment
and
faithful service. Please read
the
instructions carefully
before
using
your
spotting
scope
to
ensure
proper
use
and
care.
Objective
Lens
Sighting
Line
2
Lens Shade Focus
Knob
(Course/Fine)
Tripod
Mount
(Rotating)
Eyepiece
Lock
Collar
Eyecup
Tripod
Mount
Rotation
Lock Screw
Objective
Lens
Cap
Eyepiece
Cover
.o
I \
Eyepiece
T-Adapter
Mount
Cap

A WARNING
~
Never
look
at
the
Sun
while
using
your
spotting
scope.
Looking
at
the
Sun can cause
permanent
eye
damage.
BEFORE USE
Attach
your
spotting
scope
to
a
sturdy
tripod
before
viewing
as
the
size
and
power
of
the
spotting
scope
requires a solid
tripod
for
stability
to
achieve clear, sharp
images
(Fig. 2).
A
TT
ACH
ING THE EYEPIECE
A
zoom
eyepiece
is
included
with
the
Regal
M2
spotting
scope. To attach
the
eyepiece
to
the
spotting
scope,
turn
the
eyepiece
lock
collar
counterclockwise
until
it
is
loose
and
remove
the
eyepiece
mount
cover.
Make
sure
that
the
protective
lens cap
is
removed
from
the
eyepiece
and
slide
it
into
the
eyepiece
mount
(Fig. 3a).
When
the
eyepiece
is
fully
seated
turn
the
lock
collar
clockwise
to
secure
the
eyepiece
and
hold
it
in
place
(Fig. 3b).
Do
not
attempt
to
attach
or
remove
the
eyepiece
without
first
loosening
the
lock
collar
as
it
can cause
damage
to
the
eyepiece
and/or
the
spotting
scope.
Fig. 3a
Fig.
3b
3

EYECUP ADJUSTMENT
The
included
zoom
eyepiece
of
the
Regal
M2
features
a
twist-up
eyecup
to
accommodate
both
eyeglass
and
non-
eyeglass wearers (Fig. 4).
If
you
do
not
wear
eyeglasses,
twist
the
eyecup
counterclockwise
until
it
reaches
the
up
position.
If
you
wear
eyeglasses,
make
sure
that
the
eyecup
is in
the
down
position
to
obtain
the
maximum
field
of
view.
The
eyecup
can
be
set
at
positions
between
fully
up
and
down
which
may
suit
some
users better.
CHANGING THE MAGNIFICATION
To change
the
magnification
of
the
zoom
eyepiece
simply
rotate
the
eyepiece
in
the
counterclockwise
direction
to
increase
the
magnification
and
clockwise
to
decrease
the
magnification
(Fig. 5).
When
changing
magnification
the
scope
will
need
to
be
refocused.
The
largest
field
of
view
and
brightest
images
will
always
be
at
the
lowest
magnification.
FOCUSING
To ensure a crisp, sharp
image
the
spotting
scope
must
be
focused.
The
Regal
M2
features
a
dual
focus
system
that
includes
a course
and
a
fine
focus (Fig. 6). To
focus
the
spotting
scope,
slowly
rotate
the
course
focus
knob
until
the
image
in
the
eyepiece
is
clear
and
sharp.
For
fine
4
Fig. 4
Fine
Focus
Knob

adjustment slowly rotate the fine focus knob (located
in front of the course focus knob) until the image in the
eyepiece is clear and sharp. When the focus knob will not
rotate any further, turn the wheel in the opposite direction.
ROTATING TRIPOD MOUNT
The Regal M2 features a rotating tripod mount that rotates
a full
360 ° and allows the eyepiece to be set in any viewing
position. To change the position of the eyepiece, loosen
the lock screw located on the tripod mount and turn the
scope to the desired position (Fig. 7a, 7b). Tighten the lock
screw and view through the eyepiece.
LENS SHADE AND SIGHTING GUIDE
The lens shade of the Regal M2 will slide away from the
body to protect the lens from exposure to rain or to keep
unwanted glare from entering the spotting scope and
degrading your image. A sighting guide is molded into
the lens shade rubber to aid in locating your subject and
bringing it into the field of view (Fig. 8). The location of the
sighting guide can be changed by simply rotating the lens
shade.
Fig.
7b
Fig. 8
5

OPTIONAL EYEPIECES
The
Regal
M2
Series
spotting
scopes
were
designed
to
use
optional
1.25"
eyepieces.
Celestron
offers
a
wide
selection
of
1.25"
eyepieces
for
use
on
your
spotting
scope
to
achieve
higher
magnifications,
wider
fields
of
view,
etc.
BALANCE
PLATE
(FOR THE
100
MM
MODEL)
The
Regal
M2
100
mm
spotting
scope
comes
with
a
balance
plate
to
properly
balance
the
spotting
scope
when
attached
to
a
tripod
(Fig.
9). To
use
the
balance
plate,
mount
it
to
the
tripod's
1A
"-20
mounting
screw
using
the
1A"-20
threaded
hole
located
on
the
bottom
of
the
plate.
Attach
the
spotting
scope
to
the
balance
plate
using
the
1A
"-20
mounting
screw
located
on
the
top
of
the
plate
and
thread
it
into
the
spotting
scope
as
far
as
it
will
go.
Slide
the
spotting
scope
along
the
slotted
portion
of
the
plate
until
the
spotting
scope
is
balanced
on
the
tripod.
Tighten
the
locking
ring
to
hold
the
spotting
scope
in
the
desired
position.
DIGISCOPING
%"
-20
Threaded
Hole
(not
shown)
Fig. 9
%"-20
~
Mounting
Screw
\__
Locking
Ring
Mounting
Screw
The
Regal
M2
spotting
scopes
can
be
used
for
digiscoping
with
SLR
cameras
and
point-and-shoot
digital
cameras. Please
note
that
not
all
cameras
are
compatible
for
digiscoping
and
in
some
cameras
vignetting
(a
circular
image
surrounded
by
black)
will
occur.
Point-and-shoot
cameras
with
an
optical
zoom
of
3x
or
4x
tend
to
be
the
most
compatible
with
the
least
amount
of
vignetting.
Most
photographs
will
be
the
sharpest
and
brightest
when
using
the
lowest
magnification
on
the
zoom
eyepiece.
6

SLR PHOTOGRAPHY
To use an SLR camera and your spotting scope for photography,
you will shoot through the zoom eyepiece while it is attached to
the spotting scope. To prevent damage to the spotting scope,
eyepiece or camera make sure the eyepiece lock collar is secure
during each stage of the setup.
1. Remove the eyecup from the zoom eyepiece. With the
eyecup down, rotate it counterclockwise to remove it
from the eyepiece. This will expose the threads under
the eyecup (Fig. 1 Oa).
2. Thread the included T-adapter ring to the threads
exposed on the eyepiece in step one above (Fig. 1 Ob).
3. Thread an optional T-ring for your make and model of
camera onto the T-adapter ring (Fig. 1 Oc)
4. Attach your SLR camera body to the T-ring (Fig. 1 Od).
The Regal M2 spotting scopes have fixed apertures and as a
result
fixed f/ratios. To achieve the proper exposure for your
photographs you need to set the shutter speed accordingly.
Most cameras offer through-the-lens metering which will let
you know if your picture is under or overexposed. Consult your
camera manual for specific information on metering, changing
shutter speeds and other settings.
Fig.
10c
Fig. 1 Od
7

POINT
-
AND
-
SHOOT
PHOTOGRAPHY
A
variety
of
point-and-shoot
cameras can
be
used
to
digiscope
with
the
Regal
M2
spotting
scopes
utilizing
the
Universal Camera
Adapter
(#93626)
offered
by
Celestron
(Fig.
11
).
This
adapter
attaches
to
the
spotting
scope's
eyepiece
and
allows
the
camera lens
to
be
centered
behind
the
eyepiece.
Please
note
that
not
all cameras
are
compatible
with
this
adapter
as
there
is
not
enough
adjustment
to
center
the
lens
behind
the
eyepiece
when
the
position
of
the
lens is
low
in
the
camera
body
or
when
the
camera
does
not
have
adequate
height.
WATERPROOF I FOGPROOF
The
Regal
M2
Series
spotting
scopes
are
waterproof
and
filled
with
dry
nitrogen
gas
to
prevent
the
housing
from
fogging
internally.
CARE
AND
STORAGE
Your
Celestron
spotting
scope
will
provide
you
years
of
dependable
service
if
it
is
cared
for
and
stored
properly.
8
1.
Protect
the
spotting
scope
from
impact
and
do
not
force
any
of
the
moving
parts
beyond
their
limits.
2.
Protect
the
optics
of
your
spotting
scope
by
putting
on
all lens caps
when
not
in use.
3. Store
your
spotting
scope
in a
cool,
dry
place
whenever
possible.
4.
When
storing
for
an
extended
period
of
time,
place
the
spotting
scope
in a
plastic
bag
or
airtight
container
with
a desiccant.

5. Do not leave the spotting scope in a car on a hot/sunny day or near anything that generates heat as this
may cause damage.
6. Clean any dust, dirt or water that may get on the spotting scope or inside moving parts as soon as possible
to prevent any unforeseen damage.
CLEANING
Proper lens cleaning is essential to maintaining the optical integrity of your spotting scope. Dirty lenses diminish
the amount of light transmitted through the spotting scope and your overall viewing experience .
1.
Remove any dust on the lenses with a soft lens brush or can of pressurized air.
2.
Remove any fingerprints, stains or smudges from the lens surface with a soft, clean lens cloth or lens tissue
by rubbing in a circular motion. Start in the middle of the lens and work your way to the edges. Breathe
lightly on the lens to provide moisture if needed.
3. For a more thorough cleaning we recommend the use of a lens/optics cleaning kit available at most photo
or optical shops. Follow the directions supplied with the cleaning kit for best results.
SERVICE AND REPAIR
If warranty problems arise or repairs are n .:ontact the Celestron customer service department if you live
in
the United States or Canada. If you live outside of these countries, please contact the dealer you purchased
your spotting scope from or the Celestron distributor in your country. A list of our distributors can be found on
our website.
9

WARRANTY
Your
spotting
scope
is
covered
under
the
Celestron
Limited
Lifet
i
me
Warranty.
Celestron
warrants
the
spotti
ng
scope
to
be
free
from
defects
in
materials
and
workmanship
for
the
spotting
scope's
usable
lifetime
to
the
original
owner.
Celestron
will
repair
or
replace
the
spotting
scope
which,
upon
inspection
by
Celestron,
is
found
to
be
defective
in
materials
or
workmanship
and
within
the
definitions
of
the
limits
described
below.
This
warranty
does
not
cover
products
that
have
been
subject
to
abuse,
misuse,
physical
ly
damaged,
al
tered,
or
had
unauthorized
repairs
or
modifications
. This
warranty
does
not
cover
defects
due
to
norma
l
wear
and
tear
and
other
conditions.
This
warranty
is
valid
to
U.S.A.
and
Canadian
customers
who
have
purchased
their
spotting
scope
from
an
authorized
Celestron
dealer
in
the
U.S.A.
or
Canada.
For
products
purchased
outside
of
the
U.S.A.
or
Canada
please
contact
your
local
Celestron
Distributor
or
authorized
Dealer
for
applicable
warranty
information
.
Additional
warranty
information
and
eligibility
details
can
be
found
on
the
Celestron
website.
Celestron
spotting
scopes
are
designed
and
intended
for
those
14
years
of
age and
olde
r.
Product
design
and
specifications
are
subject
to
change
without
prior
noti
f
ication
.
For
complete
specifications
and
product
information:
www.celestron.com
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