Title How to use a computerized telescope Author(s) Michael A. Covington Description 1 online resource (xvi, 223 pages) : digital, PDF file(s) Abstract Note How to Use a Computerized Telescope is the first handbook that describes how to get your computerized telescope up and running, and how to embark on a program of observation. It explains in detail how the sky moves, how your telescope tracks it, and how to get the most out of any computerized telescope. Packed full of practical advice and tips for troubleshooting, it translates the manufacturers' technical jargon into easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, and includes many of the author's tried and tested observing techniques. Early chapters explain how to test your telescope's optics, choose eyepieces and accessories, and diagnose operational problems. The second half of the book then gives detailed instructions for three classic telescopes: the Meade LX200, Celestron NexStar 5 and 8, and Meade Autostar (ETX and LX90). Concentrating mainly on telescope operation and troubleshooting, it is the ideal companion to Celestial Objects for Modern Telescopes, also by Michael Covington Notes Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015) Keyword(s) 1. Computerized instruments 2. EBOOK 3. EBOOK - CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS 4. TELESCOPES Item Type Book Multi-Media Links media link description Circulation Data Accession#   Call# Status Issued To Return Due On Physical Location OB0691     On Shelf