Tele Vue 102iis User Manual
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5.0 ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES
5.1
5.1
5.1
5.1
5.1 Digital Indicators
Digital Indicators
Digital Indicators
Digital Indicators
Digital Indicators - All Tele Vue telescopes with rack and pinion focusers now permit the
photographer to index focus position to within 0.0005” by means of a digital indicator. Mounting
points are provided on top of the focuser body and end of the draw tube for easy installation of the
various Digital Indicator Kits. Using the Digital Indicator provides a convenient way of finding best
focus, returning to it, or checking that it hasn’t changed.
Choose either the 10 Micron (0.0004") Indicator Kit (LMK-2404) or the 1 micron Indicator Kit (LMF-2405)
depending on the accuracy desired. Both indicators have 0.5" motion ranges and accept an RS-232
output cable for displaying readout on computer. The 10 foot long RS-232 Output Cable (RSC-2320)
permits remote indicator readout on computer screen via down-loadable software from the Tele Vue
website (www.TeleVue.com). The cable also provides power to the indicator.
5.2
5.2
5.2
5.2
5.2 Focusmate Driver
Focusmate Driver
Focusmate Driver
Focusmate Driver
Focusmate Driver - (FDU-2003) This accessory electronically drives the fine focus knob of the
Focusmate in steps of approximately 0.0005" per button click. With the button depressed, the motor
drives the Focusmate continuously without vibration transferred to the system. Motor speed is variable.
The motor has a standard phone jack that will accept a cord of any length. Remote control is possible.
Contact Tele Vue for further details.
6.0 Caring for your 102iis
The Tele Vue-102iis requires no special care. Treat it as you would any fine camera lens. Use the lens cap
when the telescope is being stored or not in use. The captive dew shield provides protection from glare,
helps protect the lens from dust or spray blown in by the wind and minimizes dew formation on the lens.
If dew forms on the lens during cold weather, it is best to use a hair dryer (on the lowest setting) to gently
warm it away. A few specks of dust will have no effect on image quality and may be gently blown off with
a squeeze bulb. Do not use compressed air cans to blow dust off optical surfaces.
Do not use compressed air cans to blow dust off optical surfaces.
Do not use compressed air cans to blow dust off optical surfaces.
Do not use compressed air cans to blow dust off optical surfaces.
Do not use compressed air cans to blow dust off optical surfaces.
Fingerprints, however should be cleaned off. Though the anti-reflection coatings are durable, they are
easily scratched. The simplest cleaning method is to moisten (not soak) a very soft, lint-free tissue, cloth, “Q-
Tip” or surgical cotton with a lens or glass cleaner and gently whisk away the stain. Do not apply any
solutions directly to the glass surfaces. After every cleaning stroke, use a fresh applicator. The fewer strokes
the better! Any residual “film” will not affect visual performance.
Collimation of your Tele Vue-102iis has been locked at the factory. With reasonable care it will remain
aligned. However, rough handling can cause misalignment. WARNING: Do not loosen the button head
screws in the front lens cell as this will cause misalignment. If necessary, contact Tele Vue for re-collimation.
The tube is powder-coated for durability and needs no maintenance. Black anodized surfaces can be
cleaned with Windex. If you have any questions about the care, operation or performance of your Tele Vue-
102iis
102iis
102iis
102iis
102iis, please call us at (845) 469-4551 from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm EST.
7.0 Warranty
Tele Vue telescopes are warranted to be free of manufacturing or workmanship defects for 5 (five) years from
the date of purchase, to the original owner. Please return the warranty card as validation of your ownership
and for easy identification. If your Tele Vue telescope requires warranty service, please call Tele Vue to
discuss the problem, upon which you will receive a return authorization. NO RETURNS ARE
ACCEPTED WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION.
The warranty does NOT include: collimation, defects caused by mishandling, defects of subjective
nature, coverage for any telescope purchased through an unauthorized Tele Vue dealer, or purchased
outside the home country where Tele Vue has representation.
Warranty work will be performed at Tele Vue’s discretion and may only be performed by Tele Vue
Optics. The telescope must be shipped in its case with proper inner and outer packaging. Return shipping
and insurance charges are the purchaser’s responsibility.