Guess I'll throw my 5 cents (inflation) in here. I have the non backpack version. The tripod is a bit heavier and does not have a built in level. Still, it's very easy. The scope came with a combination compass/bubble level. I just place the bubble level on the edge of the tripod (with the scope moved more or less horizontal already) and use that to get a level for the tripod. I adjust for level by loosening the snapping lock on the legs and moving them up or down as required. After the tripod is level, I put the bubble into the eyepiece holder and then level the scope. I usually use Polaris for North, but tonight I did a rough alignment using the compass and it worked well enough (I was tracking the Moon). Craig
-------------------- Craig
Ancient Tasco 4.5" (from back when Tasco's were good)
Meade ETX-80
Orion XT10i
Meade Super Plossls 6.4, 9.7, 15 & 26mm
Zhumell Z Planetary 3mm
Agena Ultra Wide 30mm
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