Ng55cs maksutov-cassegrain telescope instructions and owner’s manual manual part #: 264966.
Introduction congratulations on your purchase of a precision-crafted national geographic™ telescope. With proper care and handling of your telescope, you will enjoy the pleasure of looking at nature’s wondrous sights through the eye of this instrument for many years. Your new maksutov-cassegrain tel...
Setup: 1 5 2 4 3 1) position the telescope and the tripod so that the ¼” x 20 tripod bolt is aligned with the tripod socket underneath the telescope tube (1). Hand-tighten the tripod bolt by turning it clockwise. Do not over-tighten. 2) spread the three tripod legs and set the unit down on a level s...
Zoom and focus: 6 8 7 1) your telescope is equipped with a 30x-90x zoom eyepiece* (6). To change the magnification power, gently turn the rubber zoom ring (7) on the eyepiece. The magnification power is indicated on the side of the eyepiece. * some models may be equipped with zoom eyepieces with a 1...
If you try to use the telescope before it has adjusted to the outdoor temperature you may find it somewhat difficult to focus accurately. 3) find a location away from any direct light source. If you live in a large town or city, your viewing will probably improve the farther you move away from the ‘...
What to look for in the night sky there is a whole universe of objects you could view at night, so where do you start? We recommend starting with the most prominent objects first. The moon the moon is the easiest target to find at night. When the moon is in full position, it bathes the night with a ...
Frequently asked questions 1) how far can i see? If you stand outside and look up at the night sky on a clear evening, you can see hundreds of stars without the aid of your telescope. The telescope is a light-gathering instrument that magnifies the view—providing significantly more detail and unveil...
