Meade 114EQ-ASTR instruction manual 800

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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 Attach the Counterweight Insert the EyepieceAttach the Optical Tube to the Mount Prepare MountBalancing the Telescope Align the RED DOT ViewfinderSUN Warning Never USE Your Telescope to Look AT the SUN Understanding Celestial Movements and CoordinatesObjects Move Due to the Earths rotation, celestialLining UP with the Celestial Pole TOO Much POWER?Polar Alignment of the Equatorial Mount Most Important Rule ObservingSurf the WEB Star Charts Astronomy Resources Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM Some Observing Tips Join AN Astronomy CLUB, Attend a Star PartySpecifications Have a Good Time Astronomy is FUNTaking Care of Your Telescope Collimation AlignmentOptics Correct CollimationDiagonal Holder Adjustments Primary Mirror AdjustmentsStar Testing the Collimation Optional Accessories Additional Eyepieces 1.25 barrelMeade Consumer Solutions Meade Limited WarrantyDrawing of Image Drawing of Image Drawing of Image Drawing of Image Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM 800