Sky-Watcher EQ2 MOUNT User Manual
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Assembling Your Telescope
Aligning the finderscope/Using the red dot finder
Balancing the telescope
Operating the EQ1 Mount
Operating the EQ2 Mount
Using the Barlow Lens
Focusing
Polar Alignment
Tracking celestial objects
Using the setting circles
Pointing your telescope
Choosing the appropriate eyepiece
Operating Your Telescope
For EQ1
Tripod set up
Preparing the mount for assembly
Telescope assembly
Finderscope/Red dot finder assembly
Eyepiece assembly
For EQ2
Tripod set up
Telescope assembly
Finderscope/Red dot finder assembly
Eyepiece assembly
Proper Care for Your Telescope
Observing the Sky
Sky Conditions
Selecting an Observing Site
Choosing the Best Time to Observe
Chooling the Telescope
Adapting Your Eyes
Collimating a Newtonian
Cleaning Your Telescope
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
B
efore you begin
C
aution!
This instruction manual is applicable to all the
models listed on the cover. Take a moment to find
the model closest to your telescope on p.2 and p.3.
Follow the instructions for your specific model in
the manual. Read the entire instructions carefully
before beginning. Your telescope should be
assembled during daylight hours. Choose a large,
open area to work to allow room for all parts to be
unpacked.
NEVER USE YOUR TELESCOPE TO LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE
SUN. PERMANENT EYE DAMAGE WILL RESULT. USE A
PROPER SOLAR FILTER FOR VIEWING THE SUN. WHEN
OBSERVING THE SUN, PLACE A DUST CAP OVER YOUR
FINDERSCOPE TO PROTECT IT FROM EXPOSURE. NEVER
USE AN EYEPIECE-TYPE SOLAR FILTER AND NEVER USE
YOUR TELESCOPE TO PROJECT SUNLIGHT ONTO
ANOTHER SURFACE, THE INTERNAL HEAT BUILD-UP WILL
DAMAGE THE TELESCOPE OPTICAL ELEMENTS.