Meade 114 EQ-ASB Correct Collimation, Diagonal Mirror Misalignment, Primary Mirror Misalignment

Models: 114 EQ-ASB

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Fig. 7: Correct Collimation.			Fig. 8: Diagonal Mirror Misalignment.
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Fig. 9: Primary Mirror Misalignment.
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Contents

4.5 Equatorial Reflecting Telescope Meade Instruments CorporationMeade Limited Warranty WARNING! NEVER USE A MEADE 114 EQ-ASBTABLE OF CONTENTS Key to Fig Reverse Side Reverseside This Manual UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLYINTRODUCTION Standard EquipmentBalancing the Telescope Alignment of the ViewfinderDec.: This UNDERSTANDING CELESTIAL MOVEMENTS AND COORDINATESDeclination e.gUSING THE TELESCOPE LINING UP WITH THE CELESTIAL POLE– 10 – Power = 1000mm ÷ 25mm = USING SETTING CIRCLESCALCULATING POWER b. Diagonal holder adjustments MAINTENANCE CleaningMount and Tripod Adjustments Collimation Alignment of the Opticsc. Primary mirror adjustments d. Star testing the collimationFig. 8 Diagonal Mirror Misalignment – 14 –Fig. 7 Correct Collimation Fig. 9: Primary Mirror MisalignmentSPECIFICATIONS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES6001 Meade Instruments CorporationA D V A N C E D P R O D U C T S D I V I S I O N Oak Canyon, Irvine, California 92618