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Meade 60EQ-A User Manual

Meade 60EQ-A
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Instruction Manual
Meade 60EQ-A: 2.4" (60mm) Equatorial Refracting Telescope
© 2004
20084 04/04
Meade Instruments Corporation
6001 OAK CANYON, IRVINE, CALIFORNIA 92618-5200 U.S.A.
(949) 451-1450
www.meade.com
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Meade 60EQ-A Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeRefractor
Aperture60 mm
Focal Length700 mm
Mount TypeEquatorial
Finderscope5x24
Eyepieces9mm, 25mm
TripodAluminum

Summary

WARNING

Limited Warranty

INTRODUCTION

UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY

Details the process of unpacking and assembling the telescope components.

ALIGNING THE VIEWFINDER

Instructions for aligning the telescope's viewfinder for accurate object sighting.

BALANCING THE TELESCOPE

Guide to balancing the telescope for smooth movement on its mechanical axes.

UNDERSTANDING CELESTIAL MOVEMENTS AND COORDINATES

Explains Earth's rotation effects and celestial mapping systems like RA and Dec.

LINING UP WITH THE CELESTIAL POLE

Guidance on aligning the telescope's polar axis with the celestial pole for tracking.

POLAR ALIGNMENT OF THE EQUATORIAL MOUNT

Step-by-step procedure for achieving polar alignment of the equatorial mount.

USING THE TELESCOPE

Instructions on how to operate the telescope for observation and tracking objects.

APPLICATIONS OF THE TELESCOPE

Lists various celestial and terrestrial objects visible and recommended for observation.

CALCULATING POWER

Explains how to calculate telescope magnification using eyepieces and Barlow lenses.

MAINTENANCE

Provides guidance on cleaning and maintaining the telescope's optical surfaces.

SPECIFICATIONS

Lists the technical specifications of the Meade 60EQ-A telescope.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Details available accessories that enhance the telescope's functionality.

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