ORION TELESCOPES & BINOCULARS Resolux 9543 User manual

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Orion®Resolux™Binoculars
Congratulations on your purchase of a pair of quality Orion bin-
oculars. The Resolux binoculars provide the large light grasp you
need for astronomical observation, and unlike a telescope, allow
you to use both eyes simultaneously for nighttime, or daytime, view-
ing. This results in better image resolution, contrast, and brightness
than a similar sized telescope can provide. Coupled with their wide
elds of view, the Resolux binoculars will make you feel like you’re
oating in space!
Please take the time to read this instruction sheet before using your
new binoculars.
Using a Tripod
When observing with large-aperture binoculars like the Orion
Resolux, a photo tripod or some other type of binocular mount is
recommended. This is because the weight and high magnication
of the binoculars make it difficult to hold them steady by hand.
To attach the Resolux binoculars to a tripod, a binocular-to-tripod
bracket is included. The tripod bracket threads into the socket in the
binoculars’ bridge (hinge). Refer to Figure 1. Remove the threaded
cover from the socket, and thread in the tripod bracket's stud. The
bracket connects to a standard photo tripod or binocular mount via
the ¼"-20 threaded holes in its base, thus coupling the binocular
to the tripod.
Adjusting for the Distance Between Your Eyes
Hold each barrel rmly and move them together or apart so the dis-
tance between the eyepieces matches the distance between your
eyes. When properly adjusted, you should see a single, round eld
of view when looking through the binoculars. Make this adjustment
before you focus the binoculars.
Focusing
The Orion Resolux binoculars feature individual focus eyepieces.
This makes the binoculars mechanically more rugged than simi-
lar center-focus models, and generally maintains optical alignment
better. For astronomical observation, individual focus eyepieces
are usually preferred.
Pick an object in the distance to view. At night, best focus will be
achieved by focusing on a bright star. Cover your right eye (or cover
the right objective lens of the binocular) and focus the left eyepiece
by rotating it until the image appears clearest. Then cover your left
eye (or cover the left objective lens of the binocular) and focus the
right eyepiece by rotating it until the image appears clearest. The
binoculars are now focused. If you want to view an object at a differ-
ent distance, re-focusing of both eyepieces is required.
For astronomical observation, all objects will always appear
focused at the innity focus point. This means you only need to
focus the binoculars once per observing session. This also means
you can take note of the diopter scale setting for each eyepiece
(located on the underside of the eyepieces) when focused on an
astronomical object, and return to those settings when observing
another night. You will nd this to be a great convenience.
Since everyone’s eyes focus images slightly differently, different
observers will need to refocus the binoculars for their own vision.
Fold-Down Eyeguards
Orion Resolux binoculars feature fold-down eyeguards. The eye-
guards are usually left in the up position for use without eyeglass-
es, as this helps prevent glare (unwanted stray light) from entering
between your eye and the eyepieces. To use the binoculars with
eyeglasses, you will need to fold the eyeguards down in order to
WARNING Never look directly at the Sun through
your binoculars without professionally made
solar lters, even for an instant, or permanent eye
damage could result. Young children should use
these binoculars on sunny days only with adult
supervision.
Figure 1. Attaching the tripod bracket.
9543 7x50 model 9544 10x50 model
9545 10.5x70 model 9546 15x70 model
Bridge (hinge)
Threaded socket
Tripod bracket
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get your eyes close enough to the eyepieces to see the entire eld
of view.
Note Regarding Waterproof Binoculars
The Resolux binoculars are nitrogen-purged and sealed to be com-
pletely waterproof and internally fogproof. While it is impervious to
rain, wind, splashing from a boat and humidity, do not immerse
the binocular in water under any circumstances. If the binocular
becomes wet with fresh water, merely blot it dry with a clean cloth
and clean the lens surfaces as outlined below. Saltwater should be
rinsed off completely and the binocular then blotted dry and its lens-
es cleaned as outlined below. If the binocular body becomes dirty,
it can be cleaned with warm water and a clean cloth. If extremely
dirty, or oily, clean the body with a dilute solution of warm water and
mild soap on a cloth, then rinse with clean water and blot dry. Do
not clean lens surfaces with soap and water!
Handling and Storage
50mm Orion Resolux binoculars come with a soft case for storage
and transport. 70mm Orion Resolux binoculars come with a foam-
lined hard case for storage and transport. We recommend keeping
the binoculars in their case with the cover caps on when not in use.
The Resolux binoculars are rubber-armored and built to withstand
minor shocks. While small impacts should not harm the binoculars,
unnecessary knocks and bumps should be avoided.
All optics, when exposed to excessive temperature changes or high
humidity, have the potential to fog up. Allow the optics to slowly
adjust to cold weather by storing the instrument (in its case) in a
cool area, such as an unheated garage or the trunk of a car, for a
few hours before use. When bringing the instrument back inside a
warm house, open up the case, remove the binoculars, remove the
cover caps, and let everything dry out. The binoculars should be
stored in a cool, dry place to prevent mold growth, which can dam-
age the optics. This is not covered by the warranty.
Cleaning and Care of Binoculars
The lens surfaces of Orion binoculars are coated with anti-reec-
tion multi-coatings that can be damaged with careless handling.
Avoid touching lens surfaces with ngers or any coarse material.
All optics, even if stored, should be cleaned at least once a year
or whenever they are dirty. The dust that builds up on coatings
promotes mold growth, which etches glass and destroys coatings.
Avoid over-cleaning; it can also damage the coatings. Always use
lens cleaning tissue and uid that are specically designed for
multi-coated lenses. Do not use uids or tissues that are for eye-
glasses or household use.
To clean the binocular lenses, rst blow off the lens with a blower
bulb or gently wipe the lens with a lens cleaning brush to remove
the larger particles. Put a few drops of lens cleaning uid on a fresh
piece of lens cleaning tissue (never on the lens) and gently wipe
the lens. Quickly wipe the excess uid with a new, dry piece of lens
cleaning tissue. For larger lenses, clean only a small area at a time,
using a new tissue each time. On excessively dirty lenses, wipe
across the lens using one stroke for each tissue, alternating wet
and dry. Always avoid excessive pressure or rubbing when wiping,
as wiping too hard can scratch the lens.
Specifications
# 9543 7x50 Resolux Binoculars
Magnication 7x
Objective lens aperture 50mm
Focusing Individual focus eyepieces
Eye relief 23mm
Field of view 7.5°
Close focus 16 ft.
Prisms BAK-4, Porro
Anti-reection coatings Fully multi-coated
Eyeguards Fold-down, rubber
Weight 3lbs. 7oz.
Tripod compatibility Includes tripod bracket
#9544 10x50 Resolux Binoculars
Magnication 10x
Objective lens aperture 50mm
Focusing Individual focus eyepieces
Eye relief 18mm
Field of view 6.5°
Close focus 35 ft.
Prisms BAK-4, Porro
Anti-reection coatings Fully multi-coated
Eyeguards Fold-down, rubber
Weight 3lbs. 7oz.
Tripod compatibility Includes tripod bracket
#9545 10.5x70 Resolux Binoculars
Magnication 10.5x
Objective lens aperture 70mm
Focusing Individual focus eyepieces
Eye relief 23mm
Field of view 5.0°
Close focus 50 ft.
Prisms BAK-4, Porro
Anti-reection coatings Fully multi-coated
Eyeguards Fold-down, rubber
Weight 5lbs. 8oz.
Tripod compatibility Includes tripod bracket
#9546 15x70 Resolux Binoculars
Magnication 15x
Objective lens aperture 70mm
Focusing Individual focus eyepieces
Eye relief 18mm
Field of view 4.4°
Close focus 75 ft.
Prisms BAK-4, Porro
Anti-reection coatings Fully multi-coated
Eyeguards Fold-down, rubber
Weight 5lbs. 8oz.
Tripod compatibility Includes tripod bracket
One-Year Limited Warranty
This Orion product is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from
the date of purchase. This warranty is for the benet of the original retail purchaser only. During this warran-
ty period Orion Telescopes & Binoculars will repair or replace, at Orion’s option, any warranted instrument
that proves to be defective, provided it is returned postage paid. Proof of purchase (such as a copy of the
original receipt) is required. This warranty is only valid in the country of purchase.
This warranty does not apply if, in Orion’s judgment, the instrument has been abused, mishandled, or modi-
ed, nor does it apply to normal wear and tear. This warranty gives you specic legal rights. It is not intend-
ed to remove or restrict your other legal rights under applicable local consumer law; your state or national
statutory consumer rights governing the sale of consumer goods remain fully applicable.
For further warranty information, please visit www.OrionTelescopes.com/warranty.
Corporate Offices: 89 Hangar Way,
Watsonville CA 95076 - USA
Toll Free USA & Canada: [phone]
International: [phone]
Customer Support: [email protected]
Copyright © 2021 Orion Telescopes & Bin-
oculars.All Rights Reserved. No part of this
product instruction or any of its contents may
be reproduced, copied, modied or adapted,
without the prior written consent of Orion
Telescopes & Binoculars.
AN EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY