astrowatt Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 New to this forum and relatively new to astronomy.I have a Meade etx-125 it is my first telescope and I wouldn't describe it as user friendly but I have it figured out now. Now that I actually know how to use my telescope I'm looking forward to the cold weather and the clear sky that comes with it.Before buying the telescope I bought Celestron 15 x 70 binoculars for learning/viewing the night skies.I still have a lot to learn so I'll probably be here asking questions on occasion.Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHARKuk Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hello Mike and welcome to the forums .Daz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swag72 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome to SGL Mike - A great place to be, so pull up a chair and ask as many questions as you want!Look forward to seeing you around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronl Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi Mike welcome to the loungethis hobby is a slow learning process, so you are in theright place to speed things up. Enjoy!Good Luck and Clear Sky's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pig Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hello & welcome Shaun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacky Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome to SGLLaura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lars1967 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi! Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi from me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesF Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome to SGLJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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michigander Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome to SGL, Mike!NW Ohio? Anywhere near Hicksville? Baseball fan?Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd8137 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi Mike welcome from me Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookie1965 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 A warm welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchelln Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hello and welcome!The wonders of the skies await! You're in for an exciting time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Green Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi Mike welcome to the SGL Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIP3802 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi, Mike, and welcome to SGL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragon Man Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 G'day Mike, welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Reeny Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 New to this forum and relatively new to astronomy.I have a Meade etx-125 it is my first telescope and I wouldn't describe it as user friendly but I have it figured out now. Now that I actually know how to use my telescope I'm looking forward to the cold weather and the clear sky that comes with it.Before buying the telescope I bought Celestron 15 x 70 binoculars for learning/viewing the night skies.I still have a lot to learn so I'll probably be here asking questions on occasion.MikeSimilar story here Astro,We have a 76mm scope which needed collimation before it could perform to specification.The 15 x 70 binoculars are excellent.I use the bins to locate the objects - then zoom in with the scope for a much better view.The 5" should keep you busy for a while yet.Welcome from another newbie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avtaram Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi Mike, welcome to SGL.Avtar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damnut Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi Mike,Welcome to SGL. Thats a great scope to start out with. If you can put a couple of books on your wanted list try 'turn left at orion' and 'sky & telescope pocket star atlas'.. These will help you guide your way round the sky. If you haven't done so already download a planetarium program, lots out there but try Stellarium its great and free, to be found here :--- http://www.stellarium.org/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrowatt Posted October 2, 2013 Author Share Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome to SGL, Mike!NW Ohio? Anywhere near Hicksville? Baseball fan?DanaNo, I live in Fulton County. I am a Detroit Tigers fan, been listening to Tiger games on 96.1 out of Archbold for many years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gumph242 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome, wilkommen, bien-venue, come on in! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk - now Free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 Hi Mike, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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