{"product_id":"orion-optics-uk-ideal-upgrade-lable-and-knob-colour-red","title":"Orion Optics UK IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red Upgrade","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom red color for telescope labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom red color for adjustment knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplied during the build of a new Orion Optics UK telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the IDEAL bespoke customization program\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatches common red-anodized astrophotography accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIDEAL Colour Emphasis Red Upgrade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red is a bespoke factory customization for your new Orion Optics UK telescope, allowing you to personalize the instrument's final aesthetic. This upgrade replaces the standard-colored hardware with custom red knobs and matching red labels. It is an opportunity to create a telescope that is visually unique and tailored to your personal equipment preferences, reflecting the hand-figured, custom nature of the optics within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe IDEAL Upgrade: Bespoke Detailing for Orion Optics UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrion Optics UK telescopes are not mass-produced instruments; each primary mirror is hand-figured in the UK to a precise optical standard. The IDEAL customization program extends this bespoke philosophy to the telescope's appearance. Opting for the Colour Emphasis Red upgrade ensures that the instrument you receive from the workshop is built from the ground up to your aesthetic specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Unified Aesthetic: Red Knobs and Matching Labels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upgrade provides a cohesive, professional look by coordinating key hardware elements. The focuser knobs, finder bracket screws, and other adjustment points are finished in a durable red, complemented by matching red vinyl labels. This is a popular choice for imagers looking to match their telescope to the red-anodized hardware found on many premium cameras, filter wheels, and focus motors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red is a factory-installed cosmetic option for new Orion Optics UK telescopes. It changes the standard color of the telescope's adjustment knobs and labels to a coordinated red finish, allowing you to personalize the look of your custom-built instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich parts of the telescope are affected by the IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upgrade specifically targets the primary user interface points and branding. The main components changed are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustment Knobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focuser knobs, collimation knobs, and finder scope adjustment screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabels:\u003c\/strong\u003e The branding and specification labels on the optical tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red upgrade improve optical performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this is a purely aesthetic upgrade. It has no impact on the optical quality, which is determined by the specific PV wavefront grade you select for your mirror. The Colour Emphasis Red option is about personalizing the appearance of your telescope to match your style or other equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I order the IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red for a telescope I already own?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IDEAL Colour Emphasis is intended as a factory option applied during the initial build of a new telescope. It is not available as a standalone kit for retrofitting to existing telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I order the IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red for my new Orion Optics UK telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can add the IDEAL Colour Emphasis Red to your cart along with your new Orion Optics UK telescope. This will notify the workshop to incorporate the custom color scheme into your telescope's build plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy would I choose a red color scheme for my telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany astrophotographers choose red to create a visually unified imaging train, as red is a very common color for high-end cameras, focusers, and filter wheels. It provides a professional, integrated look to your entire setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory-Installed Cosmetic Upgrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Orion Optics UK Telescopes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponents Changed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLabels and Adjustment Knobs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a factory-installed customization option and does not add physical items to the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo downloads are available for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/orion-optics-uk-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrion Optics UK 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Orion Optics UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942608433437,"sku":"OOUK-IDEAL-UPGRADE-LABLE-KNOB-COLOUR","price":98.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/OrionOpticsUK-IDEAL-Colour-Emphasis-Red-1_6cdc6015-66f6-4a22-9267-a4ce8839c6c1.jpg?v=1789608301","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/orion-optics-uk-ideal-upgrade-lable-and-knob-colour-red","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}