Meade Polaris 60EQ-D - User Manual

Instruction Manual
Polaris 60EQ-D: 2.4" (60mm) Equatorial Refracting Telescope
©2000
Rev. A
6/02
Meade Instruments Corporation
6001 OAK CANYON, IRVINE, CALIFORNIA 92618-5200 U.S.A.
(949) 451-1450
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POLARIS

Summary

Limited Warranty

Introduction

Standard Equipment

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

Setting Circles

Setting circles aid in locating faint celestial objects using coordinates.

Applications of the Telescope

Calculating Power

Specifications

Optional Accessories

Meade Polaris 60EQ-D Specifications