ORION TELESCOPES & BINOCULARS Orion Arcadia 9389 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IN 200 Rev. A 07/02

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Arcadia

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#9389 78mm Zoom Spotting Scope

Figure 1. The Arcadia Zoom Spotting Scope

Retractable lens shade

1/4"-20 Threaded hole

Focus knob

Mounting ring

Zoom eyepiece

Congratulations on y our purchase of a quality Orion

spotting scope.Your Arcadia spotting scope is a high-

quality optical instrument for viewing birds, wildlife,
sports events, or anything else y ou want to see more
closely.It will provide many years of enjoyable view­ing. Before using your Arcadia spotting scope, we
recommend that you read through the following
instructions.

Mounting the Arcadia to a Tripod

Your Arcadia spotting scope can be attached to a sturdy camera
tripod by use of the 1/4"-20 threaded hole located in the mount­ing ring on the spotting scope’s body.This hole accepts 1/4"-20
mounting studs that are standard on most camera tripods.

By loosening the thumbscrew on the mounting ring, you will be
able to rotate the spotting scope on the tripod.This is useful for
getting the eyepiece into a desired position for comfortable view-

ing.Be certain to re-tighten the thumbscrew when you are at the
desired position. If you wish to return the spotting scope to its
normal position, simply rotate the scope until it “clicks”into place,
then re-tighten the thumbscrew on the mounting ring.

Focusing the Spotting Scope

Point the spotting scope so that it is aiming in the general direc­tion of an object at least 16 feet away. Turn the focus knob
(Figure 1) with your fingers until the object comes into sharp
focus.Make certain that you are turning the focus knob and not
turning the zoom eyepiece. Go a little bit beyond sharp focus
until the image just starts to blur again, then reverse the rota­tion of the knob, just to make sure you’ve hit the exact focus
point.

Using the Zoom Eyepiece

The Arcadia spotting scope provides a continuous zoom from
20x to 60x.The magnification is adjusted to the desired level by
rotating rubber grip on the zoom eyepiece.The arrow indicator

Objective lens

2

and magnification scale shows the magnification setting.
Changing the magnification may also require a slight refocusing
of the spotting scope to achieve the sharpest image.

For general use, it’s a good idea to start viewing at the lowest
magnification (20x) until you’ve acquired your viewing target.
Then you can zoom in to a higher magnification to see more
detail. Note that as magnification increases, the images will not
be as bright as they are at lower powers.

Roll-Down Eyecups

Your spotting scope features a roll-down eyecup on the zoom
eyepiece. This eyecup is usually left in the up position for use
without eyeglasses.To use the spotting scope with eyeglasses,
simply roll down the eyeguard by folding down one side, then
slide your fingers across to the opposite side of the eyepiece.

Retractable Lens Shade

Your spotting scope features a sliding retractable lens shade.
Normally the lens shade is kept retracted, but in circumstances
where glare is a problem, the lens shade can be extended.This
is useful for keeping unwanted light from reaching the objective
lens and washing out the image.The lens shade must be retract­ed to put the spotting scope in the carry case.

Care and Maintenance

Although the Arcadia spotting scope is durable, it should not be
exposured to the elements for extended periods. Keep the
Arcadia in its case and indoors when not in use.

Use of the View-Through Carry Case

A feature of the Arcadia spotting scope is that it can be used
while still inside in its carrying case and mounted on a tripod
(Figure 2).This is especially useful for keeping the exterior of the

scope free from moisture during light rain, dew, or fog.The case
can be sealed up quickly to protect the scope from the elements.
Do not leave the spotting scope outside for long periods of time,
even when it is in its carry case.

Make certain the Arcadia is oriented properly in the carr y case
so that the 1/4"-20 hole in the mounting ring can be used to
attach the spotting scope to a tripod. Note that you cannot rotate

the spotting scope while the Arcadia is in its carry case while
mounted on a tripod

Cleaning the Lenses

The lens surfaces of the Arcadia are coated with anti-reflection
coatings, which can be damaged with careless handling.Avoid
touching lens surfaces with your fingers or any coarse material.
Clean the lenses a few times a year , or more frequently if the y get
noticeably dirty.The dust that builds up on them promotes mold
growth, which etches the glass and destroys the coatings.
Always use lens cleaning tissue and fluid designed specifically
for telescope optical coatings.Do not use regular tissue or fluids
made for eyeglasses or household use. Do not disassemble the
spotting scope to clean it.

To clean the lenses, first blow air on the lens with a blower bulb
or compressed air to remove any large particles.Then brush the
lens with a soft lens brush and blow air again to remove any dis­lodged particles. Put two drops of lens cleaning fluid on a sheet
of lens tissue (never directly on the lens).Wipe the lens gently in
a circular motion, taking care to avoid undue pressure or rubbing.
Quickly remove the excess fluid by wiping with a clean, dry lens
tissue. On the objective lens, clean only a small area at a time,
using a fresh lens tissue on each area.

Specifications

Objective lens diameter: 78mm
Coatings: Fully coated
Magnification range: 20x to 60x continuous zoom
Field of view:1.8°(at 20x) to 1.0°(at 60x)
Close focus:16 ft.
Tripod adaptable:Yes, accepts 1/4"-20 mounting studs, rotat-

able on tripod
Weight:3 lbs.3 oz.
Length: 16.5"
Lens shade: Retractable
Case:View-through carry case

Figure 2. The Arcadia spotting scope being used while in
its view-through carry case.

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 benefit of the original retail purchaser only.
During this warranty 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 to:
Orion Warranty Repair, 89 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076.If
the product is not registered, proof of purchase (such as a copy of
the original invoice) is required.

This warranty does not apply if, in Orion’s judgment, the instru­ment has been abused, mishandled, or modified, nor does it apply
to normal wear and tear. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state
to state. For further warranty service information, contact:
Customer Service Department, Orion Telescopes & Binoculars, P.
O.Box 1815, Santa Cruz, CA 95061; [phone].

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