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hi, I am a new member and finding it difficult to work this out. I hope I am writing in the right place could someone please help me out. I have just got my new telescope and need some advice. I have not done this before, so I am starting from scratch

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Hello and a merry Christmas from SGL. Could you tell us what make / model telescope you have ? In the mean time read the manual several times with the telescopeset up  in front of you so that you understand the instruction manual better. There are also quite a few instruction videos on youtube that should make things clearer.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8E8362735A736A30

and 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE85BBCD2DE59F779

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Hi there and Welcome, for the good folks on here, to be able to help you, a little more info about what telescope you have, and what exactly your problems are, will help us all out.

Earlier on another thread I posted this, so have a look at some of these as well. :)

Welcome to this fascinating Pastime. :)

Firstly, I'd get a copy of a good astronomy Guide, something like, ' Turn Left at Orion ' or 'The Backyard Astronomers guide' books like these are invaluable when your starting out.

There are also some great free software, you can get to show you what's in the sky at night. http://www.skymaps.com Is something that you can print off, and is very handy.

There's also some software called 'Stellarium '. http://www.stellarium.org/en_GB/

That's great if you have a tablet or phone with you, whilst observing.

The other recommendation is find your nearest. Astro society, and go along, and see what other people have, it's a perfect opportunity to ask questions. :)http://www.firstligh...om/locator.html

Also have a good read at some of the beginners threads on here, they are very helpful,and may well give you some answers.

A must read is this. Please don't expect to see things , as you would on TV or in magazines. http://stargazerslou...-expect-to-see/

But for now your main objective is. ENJOY YOUR STARGAZING. ;)

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Welcome Red Barker, and seasons greetings. I can't add to the excellent advice given so far, except to say don't hesitate to ask anything. There's a wealth of experience here, and people just love to help and advise.

Most of all, enjoy your telescope.

Best wishes and clear skies

Jason.

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Firstly, if you haven't done this already, align the finderscope with the main scope. Aim the telescope at a distant aerial or building and then adjust the finderscope in it's mount so the that the cross hairs are aligned onto the building. The easiest target is the moon. Aim the telescope at the moon using the small finderscope and then using the longer local length eyepiece (25mm ?) centre the moon in the eyepiece using the slow motion cables (consult the manual on how to do this). Adjust the focus until you get a sharp image in the eyepiece. Also remember to remove the whole dust cap from the front of the telescope.

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