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Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ 31045
Summarization of Contents
Telescope Assembly Instructions
Setting up the Tripod
Steps for setting up the tripod, extending legs, and attaching the accessory tray.
Attaching the Equatorial Mount
Instructions for securely mounting the equatorial mount onto the tripod head.
Installing Counterweights and Bar
How to install the counterweight bar and attach counterweights for balance.
Attaching Slow Motion Cables
Guide for connecting the slow motion control cables to the mount axes.
Attaching Telescope Tube to Mount
Steps for attaching the telescope optical tube to the equatorial mount.
Installing Diagonal and Eyepiece
Instructions for installing the diagonal and eyepiece for refractor and Newtonian models.
Telescope Operation and Balancing
Manual Telescope Movement
How to move the telescope manually using locking knobs and slow motion cables.
Balancing the Mount
Procedure for balancing the mount in Right Ascension (R.A.) and Declination (Dec).
Equatorial Mount Adjustment
Adjusting the Mount in Altitude
How to adjust the mount in altitude for polar alignment using latitude screws.
Telescope Basics
Understanding Telescope Designs
Explains the optical designs of refractor and Newtonian telescopes.
Image Orientation and Focusing
How image orientation is affected and how to focus the telescope.
Finderscope Alignment
Steps to align the Star Pointer finderscope with the main telescope.
Calculating Magnification and Field of View
Formulas and methods for calculating magnification and field of view.
General Observing Hints
Tips for optimal viewing conditions and avoiding common observation errors.
Astronomy Basics
The Celestial Coordinate System
Explains the celestial coordinate system (RA and Dec) for locating objects.
Motion of the Stars
Describes the apparent motion of stars due to Earth's rotation.
Polar Alignment Procedures
Polar Alignment with Latitude Scale
Method for polar alignment using the mount's latitude scale and user's latitude.
Pointing at Polaris
Method for approximate polar alignment using Polaris as a reference.
Finding the North Celestial Pole
Guidance on locating the North Celestial Pole using constellations.
Polar Alignment in Southern Hemisphere
Method for polar alignment in the Southern Hemisphere using latitude scale.
Pointing at Sigma Octantis
Method for approximate polar alignment using Sigma Octantis in the Southern Hemisphere.
Finding the South Celestial Pole
Method to find the South Celestial Pole using star patterns.
Advanced Features and Maintenance
Aligning the Setting Circles
Instructions on how to align the R.A. setting circle for finding celestial objects.
Motor Drive Installation and Operation
How to install and operate the optional DC motor drive for accurate tracking.
Telescope Care and Cleaning
Instructions for safely cleaning telescope optics and maintaining performance.
Newtonian Collimation
Procedures for aligning secondary and primary mirrors for optimal Newtonian performance.
Celestial Observing Techniques
Observing the Moon and Planets
Tips for observing the Moon and planets, including best phases and atmospheric conditions.
Safe Solar Observation
Crucial safety precautions and methods for observing the Sun.
Observing Deep-Sky Objects
Guidance on observing objects beyond the solar system from dark-sky locations.
Understanding Seeing Conditions
Explanation of atmospheric factors affecting image quality during observation.
Astrophotography Techniques
Short Exposure Prime Focus Photography
Introduction to basic astrophotography using a camera attached to the telescope.
Piggyback Photography
Method of attaching a camera with its normal lens on top of the telescope.
Planetary & Lunar Photography with Special Imagers
Mentions specialized cameras for improved planetary and lunar imaging.
CCD Imaging for Deep Sky Objects
Discusses specialized cameras for capturing deep-sky images.
Terrestrial Photography
Using the telescope as a telephoto lens for landscape and wildlife photography.
Accessories and Specifications
Optional Accessories for Enhancing Viewing
Description of various optional accessories to expand telescope capabilities.
AstroMaster Telescope Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for different AstroMaster telescope models.
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