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©
1995
Rev
. B
4/95
Instruction Manual
Model 4500: 4.5" Equatorial Reflecting T
elescope
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MEADE
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V
ANCED PRODUCTS DIVISION
Meade Instruments Corporation
World’
s Leading Manuf
acturer of Astronomical T
elescopes for the Serious Amateur
6001 Oak Canyon, Irvine, California 92618
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(949) 451-1450
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AX:
(949) 451-1460
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www
.meade.com
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Introducing the Meade Model 4500
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This Manual
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Standard Equipment
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Unpacking and Assembly
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Balancing the Telescope
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Alignment of the Viewfinder
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Understanding Celestial Movements and Coordinates
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Lining up with the Celestial Pole
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Using the Telescope
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Using Setting Circles
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Calculating Power
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Maintenance
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Cleaning
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Mount and Tripod Adjustments
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Collimation
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Correct Collimation
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Spider Vane Adjustments
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Diagonal Holder Adjustments
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Primary Mirror Adjustments
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Star Testing the Collimation
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Specifications: Model 4500
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Optional Accessories
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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
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