Meade 114EQ-ASTR instruction manual Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM

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Contents 114EQ-ASTR Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM Introduction Inset a Attach the Accessory Tray Assemble Your TripodAttach the RED DOT Viewfinder Prepare Mount Attach the CounterweightInsert the Eyepiece Attach the Optical Tube to the MountUnderstanding Celestial Movements and Coordinates Balancing the TelescopeAlign the RED DOT Viewfinder SUN Warning Never USE Your Telescope to Look AT the SUNDue to the Earths rotation, celestial Objects MoveTOO Much POWER? Lining UP with the Celestial PolePolar 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 Correct Collimation CollimationAlignment OpticsPrimary 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