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

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 Mount Understanding Celestial Movements and Coordinates Balancing the TelescopeAlign the RED DOT Viewfinder SUN Warning Never USE Your Telescope to Look AT the SUN Due to the Earths rotation, celestial Objects Move TOO Much POWER? Lining UP with the Celestial PolePolar Alignment of the Equatorial Mount Observing Most Important Rule Surf the WEB Star Charts Astronomy Resources Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM Join AN Astronomy CLUB, Attend a Star Party Some Observing Tips Have a Good Time Astronomy is FUN Specifications Taking Care of Your Telescope Correct Collimation CollimationAlignment Optics Primary Mirror Adjustments Diagonal Holder Adjustments Star Testing the Collimation Additional Eyepieces 1.25 barrel Optional Accessories Meade Limited Warranty Meade Consumer Solutions Drawing of Image Drawing of Image Drawing of Image Drawing of Image Meade114EQASTR 3/28/07 933 AM 800