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Tele Vue 102iis User Manual

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3.2 Finders

We particularly recommend using the Star-
beam reflex sight (part# SFT-1003), which
attaches to the Tube Rings. The case has a
cutout for the Starbeam. The Quick Release
Universal Finder Bracket (QFM-1008) can
hold a traditional 50mm finderscope and also
attaches to the mount ring channels.

4.0 Photographic Set Up and the Tele
Vue Imaging System

Using the 102iis for photography begins with
the insertion of the included Imaging System
adapter into the focuser. From that threaded
connection, the Imaging System accessories
provide a variety of options for camera adapta-
tion and focal length variation. The goal of the
imaging system is to let you pursue your
astrophotographic passion with ease. The
following summary of parts and pictorial dia-
gram will help you understand each part’s use
and its sequence in the chain. Please note that
spacing requirements of any particular camera
will need to be met by the appropriate Imaging
System spacer or combination of spacers.

RFL-4087

RFL-4087

RFL-4087

RFL-4087

RFL-4087 0.8X Field Flattener

Optimizes edge of field performance

while shortening the effective focal length to
704mm for more field of view, and changing
the focal ratio to f/6.9.
STL-1071

STL-1071

STL-1071

STL-1071

STL-1071 – SBIG STL series camera adapter

This adapter is sized to thread directly

onto the STL series cameras and mates with
Imaging System accessories.
TRG-1072

TRG-1072

TRG-1072

TRG-1072

TRG-1072 – Standard T-ring adapter

This is the most restrictive of adapters as it

has the smallest inside diameter. Recom-

mended for use with APS size or smaller chips.
CWT-2070

CWT-2070

CWT-2070

CWT-2070

CWT-2070 – Canon Wide T Adapter

Mates Canon T-rings with Imaging Sys-

tem Accessories.

Eliminates the inner portion of Canon T-

rings to provide a larger diameter opening for
reduced vignetting.
A2A-1107

A2A-1107

A2A-1107

A2A-1107

A2A-1107 – 2” Accessory Adapter

Use for cameras with 2” nosepiece or any

other 2” accessory.

Dual thumb-screws and clamp ring for

positive locking.

Focuser with Imaging System Adapter in place.

The 2.4” focuser and
Imaging System
accessories are robust
enough to solidly hold
the heaviest CCD
equipment.