Tony S Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi all,Just signed up to SL after finally getting around to buying my first telescope. It has always been something I wanted to get and having had a bonus from work and the Mrs didn't want anything doing to the house / garden, I thought I would finally take the plunge. Having done a fair bit of homework before making my decision and what I could afford with the money I had available to spend, I decided on the Skywatcher Explorer 200PDS with EQ5 Goto Mount and placed my order. I have since collected it from the suppliers and on setting it all up, found out it needed collimating (I was a bit disappointed having not been able to play with my new toy straight away!), so back to the internet I went and after reading a few threads on SL and realizing that this will be a regular thing I would need to carry out, purchased a laser collimator which arrived on Saturday morning. I am now in the process of waiting for the next clear night so I can put my new purchase to work and enjoy a closer view of the night sky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeSuppalot Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony and welcome to SGL.The 200pds is a great scope and will give some excellent views. Certainly worth the little extra work to collimate occasionally. Clear skies.Luke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker1947 Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Welcome to the SGL, Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy1 Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony. Welcome to SGL. I too am new here and learning every day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
telesto Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony, welcome to sgl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony and welcome to SGL, nice set up you have, should provide rewarding views for you John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOBBY Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony... & welcome to the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pessoa Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi and welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony and welcome to the forum. Although a little disappointing for you, you certainly needed to get hold of a collimator in any case.Here's wishing you clear weather for your first night.James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingergeek Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi there and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Kick Drum Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi and welcome to the lounge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starlight 1 Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi & Welcome Tony. You are going to love the 200p ds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albenn Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi and welcome!I had my first scope delivered today and am also sitting here looking at cloud! (Ooh! Look! There's a really nice Cirrostratus over there! )You have got to have a sense of humour for this hobby not to mention lots and lots of patience Still, I won't waste the time, I'll learn how to check and adjust collimation while I'm waiting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Strings Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basher0010 Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi tony and welcome to SGL just a quick one for you make sure your laser collimator is collimated to avoid any problems.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxoLight Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hi Tony and welcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hello Tony and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd8137 Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Hi and welcome to sgl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Welcome to the forum Tony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duns Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Hi and welcome to SGL Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul schofield Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Hi Tony welcome to SGL.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbaman Posted April 17, 2012 Share Posted April 17, 2012 Howdy and Welcome to SGL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony S Posted April 17, 2012 Author Share Posted April 17, 2012 to everyone on SGL that has made me feel welcome and to 'DOBBY' for your message of advice on collimating, it is very much appreciated and well received. As a newbie I feel like a sponge, trying to absorb as much info as I can so that I can maximise my enjoyment of the night sky. I'm sure I'll be back on SGL asking some questions shortly, bear with me if they seem a bit silly - I'm still learning. Happy viewing everyoneTony S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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