Need help...again

[Vali x]

guys, is there a section of this site or some kinda wiki where i can find out what an accessory does (ex: filter is doing this, barlow that..etc)...pls let me know, or guide me where to look. thanks !

[stolenfeather]

Don't worry about asking for help. We all love to do it! I find that most introductory books to astronomy have a very well organized guide. My first book entitled, "Nightwatch" came complete with the details you are looking for. As for something online,.. all I could find was the following: ---> Astronomy Reference Guide and Astronomy Information on Sea and Sky

Isabelle

[Telrad]

guys, is there a section of this site or some kinda wiki where i can find out what an accessory does (ex: filter is doing this, barlow that..etc)...pls let me know, or guide me where to look. thanks !

Vali x, you could try 'Equipment Help' in SGL... I agree with Isabelle, too

I like using the search facility on the forum, at the top on the toolbar..failing that, just post your question in the right section! Someone will always be willing to aid you!

[glowjet]

Apart from asking any relevant question related to a particular item on the forum, you could visit your local library and find a copy of The Back Yard Astronomers guide, Dickinson and Dyer, where most of the basic information you are after is covered. You can also buy this book S/h or new from Amazon, as a permanent reference guide. T. Dickinson by the way is also is the author of Night Watch, as mention by Isabelle

John.

[Vali x]

ok guys/girls ...advise noted ! thank you

[Nova]

The forum search engine has helped loads and has saved me posting threads several times

[rowan46]

I recently had the "backyard astronomer" bought me as a birthday present. It's a very good astronomy book.

[Vali x]

i believe i will make a trip to a local book store and buy the book. i read good reviews about it and i want to have in my personal collection. thank you for your help