Totally New. Hi....Kent

[Shaun0957]

Hi to all,

New to Astronomy, and struggling, i have been lucky enough to get a 8" Newtonian, or at least i think i am, but i don't think i have got it set up correctly, or there maybe alignment problems with mirrors, or maybe i just cannot do it, really not sure where to start.

So many questions so much to learn....just hope there is enough time:icon_scratch:

So forgive me if some of the questions are somewhat ridiculous

Shaun:icon_salut:

[ollypenrice]

We've all been in the same position...

Welcome,

Olly

[moonraker1234]

Hi,

Can I suggest contacting your local Astronomical Society. Not only can members be extremely helpful, but they are more than happy to allow you to view through their equipment and make suggestions as to what might be best for you!

[Steve 1962]

Hi Shaun

Welcome to SGL and remember there's no such thing as a stupid question! Have a look at Astrobaby's website for a tutorial on collimation.

Astro Babys Guide to Collimation

Hope this helps

Regards

Steve

[Shaun0957]

Thanks, i feel like alittle kid, brain is racing, not sure what question to ask 1st just "excited" and the best part is the wife is interested too, she didnt like fishing!!!

[rll1288]

Welcome and I know how your feeling...new myself (8 or so weeks )...and I must say the people on SGL really do help....get a list of questions together and I am sure they will be all answered.....

[Celeste]

Hi and welcome to the forum from one newbie to another

We are still in pursuit of our ideal scope lol

[Paxo]

Hi Shaun,

A very warm welcome to SGL. Feel free to ask any questions, there's always someone around to answer them. Steves' suggestion of Astrobabys collimation guide is an excellent one.

Steve..

[Shaun0957]

Yes, Thanks Steve..have downloaded the guide, i think, if it is the problem this will definately help.

I just hope it isnt me, or something i am or have done wrong....wont hear the last of it.

[Bizibilder]

Hello Shaun and welcome to SGL!!

[Beyond_Vision]

A warm welcome to SGL Shaun . Everyone here are more than willing to help

Regards

Kevin

[DarkSky]

Hello and welcome from me

[magic77]

Hi,

Completely New too!!...Havnt got my scope yet, decided on a SW 8" Dob...Just trying to learn about the Night Sky at the moment, but havnt had a clear sky for over week!

[brantuk]

Hi Shaun and welcome to SGL

Any questions you want to ask, please feel free to start a thread in the "Beginners Help" section - that's what it's for and someone will be along to help you soon.

An 8" newtonian is a great starter scope - you'll have fun with that!

[glowjet]

Hi Shaun,

A very warm welcome to SGL.

John.

[JamesM]

Hi Shaun and welcome to the forum.

In fact everyone is a beginner really as you can't know everything because it all keeps changing. When I was deciding on a scope, someone asked me what it was I wanted to see, was it planets, nebula, galaxies? - well I felt a bit daft and silly when I said, "everything!" but the things is, I'm still the same. :D:D

Hope you get that scope of yours up and running cos' there's lots to see!

Clear skies

James

[Rusty Strings]

Hi and welcome from me too

[johnh]

A warm welcome to the Lounge.

JohnH.

[SeedyF]

Hello from me in Hertfordshire

[Brendan of Borg]

Hello and welcome!

[oldfruit]

Hi and welcome to SGL.

[mark7331]

Hi Shaun and welcome aboard!

[nobbytate]

Hello Shaun and welcome from me to

[Gadget]

Welcome to SGL Shaun

Kevin

[Mr Spock]

Hello and welcome to SGL