Meade 4500 User Manual

© 1995
Rev. B
4/95
Instruction Manual
Model 4500: 4.5" Equatorial Reflecting Telescope
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MEADE
ADVANCED PRODUCTS DIVISION
Meade Instruments Corporation
World’s Leading Manufacturer of Astronomical Telescopes for the Serious Amateur
6001 Oak Canyon, Irvine, California 92618 ■ (949) 451-1450
FAX: (949) 451-1460 ■ www.meade.com

Meade 4500 Specifications

General

Aperture	114mm
Focal Length	900mm
Focal Ratio	f/7.9
Mount Type	Equatorial
Eyepieces Included	MA 25mm, MA 9mm
Finderscope	5x24
Tripod	Aluminum

Summary

Introducing the Meade Model 4500

This Manual

Overview of the manual's content and purpose, emphasizing reading it before use.

Standard Equipment

Lists all components included with the Meade Model 4500 telescope package.

Unpacking and Assembly

Balancing the Telescope

Step-by-step guide to properly balance the telescope on its axes for smooth operation.

Alignment of the Viewfinder

Instructions to align the viewfinder with the main telescope for easier object acquisition.

Understanding Celestial Movements and Coordinates

Lining Up with the Celestial Pole

Using the Telescope

Using Setting Circles

Calculating Power

Maintenance

Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning optical surfaces, emphasizing infrequent cleaning and proper methods.

Mount and Tripod Adjustments

Instructions for tightening or adjusting mount and tripod components if looseness occurs.

Collimation (Alignment) of the Optics

Procedure to ensure proper alignment of primary and diagonal mirrors for sharpest images.

Specifications: Model 4500

Optional Accessories