Meade Comprehensive Guide on 114EQ-ASTR, 114EQ, and 114EQ-DH4 Models

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MEADE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

114mm 4.5" Equatorial Reflecting Telescope

114EQ-ASTR

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Contents 114EQ-ASTR Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM Introduction Inset a Assemble Your Tripod Attach the Accessory TrayAttach the RED DOT Viewfinder Insert the Eyepiece Attach the CounterweightAttach the Optical Tube to the Mount Prepare MountAlign the RED DOT Viewfinder Balancing the TelescopeSUN Warning Never USE Your Telescope to Look AT the SUN Understanding Celestial Movements and CoordinatesDue to the Earths rotation, celestial Objects MoveLining UP with the Celestial Pole TOO Much POWER?Polar Alignment of the Equatorial Mount Observing Most Important RuleSurf the WEB Star Charts Astronomy Resources Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM Join AN Astronomy CLUB, Attend a Star Party Some Observing TipsHave a Good Time Astronomy is FUN SpecificationsTaking Care of Your Telescope Alignment CollimationOptics Correct CollimationPrimary Mirror Adjustments Diagonal Holder AdjustmentsStar Testing the Collimation Additional Eyepieces 1.25 barrel Optional AccessoriesMeade Limited Warranty Meade Consumer SolutionsDrawing of Image Drawing of Image Drawing of Image Drawing of Image Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM 800