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The Dig Hints

How do I use the strange device on this spire?

1 of 4:
Well, you should have seen two of these before. If you don't know how they work yet, read the following hint.
- How do I work this strange device?
2 of 4: In fact, you should repair this one the same way that you repaired the one on the orange (planetarium) spire.
3 of 4: The lens is not aligned properly.
4 of 4: Turn it twice, and then you can use the switch to extend the bridge.

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