Meade 60EQ-D User Manual

Instruction Manual
Meade 60EQ-D: 2.4" (60mm) Equatorial Refracting Telescope
© 2003
08/03
Meade Instruments Corporation
6001 OAK CANYON, IRVINE, CALIFORNIA 92618-5200 U.S.A.
(949) 451-1450
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Meade 60EQ-D Specifications

General

Type	Refractor
Aperture	60 mm
Focal Length	700 mm
Mount Type	Equatorial
Finderscope	5x24
Focal Ratio	F/11.7
Tripod	Aluminum

Summary

Introduction

Unpacking and Assembly

Aligning the Viewfinder

Balancing the Telescope

Understanding Celestial Movements and Coordinates

Lining Up With The Celestial Pole

Polar Alignment of the Equatorial Mount

Using the Telescope

Applications of the Telescope

Calculating Power

Maintenance

Specifications

Optional Accessories