TeenStargazer Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 I've been interested in astronomy for quite a while and wanted to observe the skies for myself. I've looked at the moon with a pair of my dad's binoculars but wanted to see finer detail and also look at deep-sky objects. With the help of this forum I decided at long last to buy a telescope - Skywatcher Explorer 200P with an EQ5 mount. I don't really have a clue what I'm doing and signed up so that, should I be unable to find an answer or work it out myself, I can ask you all!I've also started a blog (the title is a bit deceptive http://teenstargazer.blogspot.co.uk/) which I will use to record my progress, if anyone is interested. Long term goals are to get into astrophotography, but that is far off yet (I have neither the funds, nor the knowledge).Thanks for reading! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirkSteele Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Welcome to the SGL. That scope should serve you well for a long time to come and there are plenty of members here who will be more than happy to help when you run into difficulties.Clear skies,Matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingergeek Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi there and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazlan Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Welcome to the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndastgir Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Welcome to the forum. you are definitely at the right place. I have found answers to all my questions in this forum so far. there are quite a few very advanced stargazers in here and non of the beginners' questions will be left unnoticed/unanswered...Naeim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Kick Drum Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi and welcome.Enjoy your scope! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesF Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Welcome to SGLJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi TeenStargazer and welcome to SGL, I have had a quick read of your Blog, as a newcomer you are not the first to make mistakes in using and setting up a telescope, no will you be the last, the thing is to learn by your errors, enjoy your Astronomy John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi and welcome to the forum. As others have said, there is no such thing as a daft question though occasionally the replies might be a little suspect! :grin: The main thing is to take your time, go at your own pace and ask your questions as the need arises. Look out for the primers and tutorials at the top of the 'Beginners Help and Advice' section along with various 'stickies' such as 'Eyepieces - the very least you need', again at the top of this same section. In addition, you might like to download "Stellarium" which is a free piece of planetarium software that you can download here. It has plenty of features built in such as advance date/time to help you plan your viewing in advance and it can be configured from your exact viewing location to mimic the very same sky. There are plenty of other 'toys' to keep you busy when the clouds come in (...hmmm did I mention clouds? :grin: ).Clear skies and enjoy the forum!James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningMajor Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi and welcome from me too!Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stellawolf Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 hi and welcome to the SGL forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sologuitarist61 Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hello and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxoLight Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi T.S and welcome to the lounge, your already off to a good start by finding your way hear, happy gazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightskystargazer Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hi,Welcome to the SGL. CS,KLU, .Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siriusmeg Posted September 3, 2012 Share Posted September 3, 2012 Hello and welcome - that's a great scope and the one I look forward to moving up to! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faulksy Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 hi and welcome to sgl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd8137 Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Hi and welcome from me pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyHa Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Hi and welcome to the forumAndy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker1947 Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Welcome to SGL.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeenStargazer Posted September 4, 2012 Author Share Posted September 4, 2012 Thanks for all the replies This forum has a good community Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenny147 Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul schofield Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 Hello and welcome along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 Welcome to SGL, Teenstargazer!Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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