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General| Mount Type | German Equatorial |
|---|---|
| Guiding Port | ST-4 |
| Power Requirement | 12V DC |
| Tracking Rate | Sidereal, Solar, Lunar |
| Tracking Mode | EQ |
| Communication Port | RS232 |
| Resolution | 0.14 arcsec |
| Tracking Accuracy | ±5 arcsec |
Step-by-step guide for assembling the telescope, including tripod, mount, and optical tube components.
Guidance on choosing the appropriate eyepiece for initial viewing based on focal length and magnification.
Instructions on how to properly focus the telescope on a distant terrestrial object for initial setup.
Procedure for aligning the finderscope with the main telescope for easier object acquisition.
Steps to balance the telescope on the equatorial mount's R.A. and Dec. axes for smooth movement.
Detailed instructions on aligning the telescope's polar axis with the celestial pole for accurate tracking.
Recommendations for practicing mount and telescope operation with terrestrial objects before celestial viewing.
Guide to finding and tracking celestial objects like the Moon or bright stars using R.A. and Dec. controls.
Advice on choosing observation locations, adapting to darkness, and handling the telescope for optimal viewing.
Explanation of using celestial coordinates (R.A. and Dec.) with setting circles to locate objects.
Formula and example for calculating telescope magnification based on focal lengths of the telescope and eyepiece.
Instructions on how to safely clean telescope lenses and eyepieces using specialized cleaning materials.
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