Telescope Observers Pack - Orion Star Target, Orion DeepMap 600, Orion EZ Finder, Orion
Redbeam Torch and Moon Filter.

Orion Star Target Constellation & Celestial Object Finder
For finding your way around the starry sky, there’s no better tool than a star wheel, or
“planisphere.” Whether you’re skywatching with just your eyes or with binoculars or a
telescope, it’s essential for learning constellations, identifying bright stars, and planning
observing sessions.
Our Star Target features a detailed star map drafted by celestial cartographer Wil Tirion. It
shows all constellations visible from mid-northern latitudes (30° to 50°) and unlike other
planispheres shows the locations of 100 showpiece star clusters, nebulas, and galaxies for
viewing with binoculars or a telescope. All are clearly labeled and visible under a red flashlight
(sold separately). You just dial in the date and time, and—voila!—Star Target displays a
current map of the night sky. On the back are simple instructions for using Star Target, plus
viewing tips and a calendar of annual meteor showers. A must for any stargazer, especially
beginners. Coated cardboard, with clear plastic window.

Orion DeepMap 600 Star Chart
Orion proudly introduces the first-ever star chart that folds up like a road map! DeepMap 600
shows the positions of what we consider the 600 finest celestial objects visible from the
Northern Hemisphere. All are plotted on a giant 32" x 18" full-color star chart by
world-renowned star-mapper Wil Tirion and printed on plastic so it does not fall apart in the
dew!
DeepMap 600 was designed for easy location of hundreds of deep-sky objects with
telescopes and binoculars. Color-coded symbols identify more than 500 galaxies, nebulas,
and star clusters - including all 109 Messier objects - as well as some 100 of the most
interesting double and variable stars. No other single star chart includes so many objects!
The large rectangular map covers the sky from declination +70° to -60°. On the back side is a
map of the northern circumpo]ar region as well as a listing of essential data for each of the
600 plotted objects, including coordinates, apparent magnitude, angular size, and even a brief
visual description. Helpful text offers tips on using DeepMap, general observing hints, and
more.
What makes DeepMap 600 really indispensable is that it folds up "accordion style" to a thin,
pocket-size 4-3/4" x 10-1/2" - just like a road map! No longer must you fumble with bulky
books, star atlases, and observing references to find interesting objects to view. The
quick-reference DeepMap 600 is all you need.

Orion EZ Finder
Let's face it. A lot of people have trouble finding things with their telescope. It's hard enough to
learn about the constellations and stars just so that you can figure out where to point the
telescope. For a lot of us, actually getting the telescope pointed at the right spot can be pretty
challenging.
Let's say we want to look at the Ring Nebula in the constellation Lyra. The star chart tells us
that it's conveniently located right in between two fairly bright stars just 7 or 8 degrees south
of the unmistakably bright star Vega. You look up in the sky, spot Vega, and there are those
two stars. You can point right to it! At least, you can without the telescope!
Now to the telescope. Typically telescopes have a finderscope providing 5x or 6x
magnification with an inverted (upside down) image. As soon as you place your eye to the
finderscope's eyepiece, closing one eye, you lose sight of the spot in the sky where you want
to aim. Stars appear in the finder ... but which ones? How can you tell if you are a little to the
right or a little to the left?
The finderscope makes faint stars brighter and inverts the image. They don't look at all like the
“naked eye” view ... you wiggle the telescope from side to side for a while, hoping you'll spot a
faint, fuzzy smoke ring. Eventually it works, but it can be frustrating.
EZ Finder by Orion is a completely different kind of finder. EZ Finder makes star hopping a
snap, because you keep both eyes open and see the sky without magnification, without
image reversal. EZ Finder superimposes a tiny night-vision red spot on the sky, a spot that
shows just where your telescope is pointed.
Using your star chart, you locate the place in the sky where your object is hiding. Compare
your star chart to the visible stars in the sky until you know where to look. “A third of the way
between that bright star and the dimmer star to the east.” Visualise the spot in the sky. Then,
without taking your eyes from the sky, and with both eyes open, look through the window in
the EZ Finder. You'll see a tiny red dot that shows right where your telescope is pointed. Move
the telescope until the dot is on the spot you've visualised, and you're there!
The EZ Finder reflex sight is an inexpensive but precise device that works with virtually any
telescope. The precision optics project a spot focused at infinity, into the wide 10º field of
view. Powered from a tiny 3v lithium battery (included), EZ Finder has low and high rightness
settings suitable for either dark country or brighter city skies.
Weighing just 70gm (2.5oz) and only 12cm (4.5") long, EZ FInder is a fraction of the weight
and size of some similar products. It mounts easily to your telescope using either mounting
screws or the double sided adhesive provided. The universal aluminium bracket fits the factory
mounting screws of nearly all Meade and Celestron SC scopes and fits the normal mounting
screws of telescopes pre-drilled for optional finders. Micrometer altitude and azimuth
adjustments need to be set only once, and allow you to align your EZ Finder with your
telescope.
Regular finderscopes have their place. They allow you to see faint subjects invisible to the
naked eye. EZ Finder works great by itself, or in conjunction with your finderscope, and it
really works!

Orion Redbeam Torch
This economical long-life LED flashlight emits just the right amount of pure red light. With the
RedBeam you can read star charts, jot observation notes, and tinker with your 'scope while
keeping your eyes fully dark adapted. Its high-visibility yellow plastic body is not only durable,
its also much easier to locate in the dark than darker-coloured flashlights.

The RedBeam is 15.9cm (6¼") and weighs just 73gm (2.6oz). Runs on two AA batteries. For
such a low price compared to other LED flashlights, you can't afford not to have an Orion
RedBeam!

Moon Filter
When the Moon is full or nearly full, its disk appears blindingly bright. All detail is washed out
so it is difficult to see craters and rilles. The Moon filter reduces the glare, allowing objects to
be seen again.

Price - £65.00

All Items are available separately.

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