Sky-Watcher EQ3GOTO MOUNT - Manual (Page 5)

Assembling Your Telescope
Aligning the Finderscope
Using the Red Dot Finder
Balancing the telescope
Using the leveling bubble
Operating the NEQ3 Mount
Operating the EQ5 Mount
Using the Barlow Lens
Focusing
Polar Alignment for visual use
Pointing your telescope
Using the setting circles
Choosing the appropriate eyepiece
Operating Your Telescope
For NEQ3
Tripod Set up
Telescope Assembly
Finderscope/Red Dot Finder Assembly
Eyepiece Assembly
For EQ5
Tripod Set up
Telescope Assembly
Finderscope 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 reflector
Collimating a refractor (with the adjustable objective-lens cell)
Cleaning Your Telescope
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Appendix A-Precise polar alignment for Northern Hemisphere
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Appendix B-Optional Accessories
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Appendix C-Recommended Reading
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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efore you begin
This instruction manual is applicable to all the models with the EQ3-2 or EQ5 mount. Take a moment
to find the model closest to your telescope on p.2 p.3, and p4. 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.