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Summarization of Contents
Telescope Parts
Erecting Eyepiece
Magnifies image and corrects orientation for terrestrial viewing.
Focus Knob
Adjusts the sharpness of the observed object for clear viewing.
Objective Lens
The primary lens gathering light; aperture determines light-gathering power.
Finderscope Bracket
Mounting point for the secondary, low-power finderscope.
Finderscope
A small, low-power scope used for initial aiming of the main telescope.
Eyepiece
Interchangeable lens that determines magnification and field of view.
Telescope Body Clamp
Secures the main telescope tube to the mount head.
Main Telescope Body
The primary optical tube housing the objective lens or mirror.
Primary Mirror Cell
Component holding the primary mirror in reflecting telescopes.
Microadjustable Altitude Control
Fine adjustment mechanism for vertical telescope movement.
Accessory Tray
A tray on the tripod for holding eyepieces and accessories.
Aluminium Tripod Leg
One of the legs supporting the telescope's tripod.
Equatorial Mount Head
The main mount structure allowing tracking of celestial objects.
Counterweight
Used to balance the telescope on the mount for stable viewing.
Specification
Focal Length
Distance from optical element to focal point; impacts magnification.
Erecting Eyepiece
Provides upright images, essential for terrestrial use.
Eyepiece
Determines magnification when used with the telescope.
Barlow Lens
Accessory that increases telescope magnification.
Finderscope
Aids in locating and aligning targets.
Primary Mirror Diameter
The aperture size of the main light-gathering element.
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