Meade Instruments DSX Series - Manual (Page 8)

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Azimuth Setting Circle: Displays Azimuth (horizontal) coordinates.
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Tripod Legs: Spread the legs out as far as they will open for a secure viewing platform.
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Inner Support Struts (3): Make the tripod more secure and stable.
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Tripod Lock Knob: Tighten to a firm feel to secure tripod legs.
Caution: Loosen the tripod lock knob before collapsing tripod at the end of a
viewing session.
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Accessory Tray: Conveniently holds extra eyepieces, Autostar handbox, and other
accessories when not in use.
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Accessory Tray Attachment Bolts: Attach to wing nuts (not shown) to fasten tray to the
tripod. See page 11 for more information.
Note: It is not necessary to remove the tray each time you collapse the tripod. The
tray is designed to be collapsed with the legs.
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Tripod Legs Locks (3): Lift the lock up to loosen inner section of a tripod leg and
extend the inner leg to desired height. Press the lock down to lock in place again.
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Mounting Plate (3): Attaches to optical tube (10, Fig. 1a) and mounting arm (12, Fig.
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Fig. 2: The DSX Autostar Handbox.
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