![]() It’s the stepping off point, the math that you can use to find “oh, that’s where Hercules is, that’s where Cassiopeia is” to find the constellations to then be able to say “oh, I know that Saturn is currently on the nose of Leo the Lion, I can find Saturn now.” They’re just wonderful, practical little devices that are adjustable so you can set them to the time of year that it is where you’re located and take off and explore.įraser: Everything with amateur astronomy is based on constellations. ![]() This simple little $5-$10 set of pieces of paper will allow you to find your way around the sky. Pamela Gay: Well I think everyone should start by going out and getting a planisphere or a star wheel. Hopefully if you’re wondering what’s the best way to get rolling with buying your own telescope we’ll hash that out this week.īefore we talk about telescopes, let’s talk about some other stuff that you might want to get first.ĭr. Transcript: Choosing and Using Astronomy Equipmentįraser Cain: This week we’re going to talk about amateur astronomy again, but this time we’re going to talk about the gear: how to choose it, fix it, upgrade it, buy it, where to buy it, how much to spend… all of that. Televue – TV76 – 3″ f/6.3 ED APO Refractor Package – For personal viewing (The first scope I am likely to buy, and the reason I don’t currently own a scope – I love this one too much to settle).19.75″ f/6.8 Carbon Truss Ritchey-Chretien Astrograph OTA – for personal imaging.NightWatch – an excellent book for amateurs anywhere, including starcharts good for Northern Hemisphere locations.– Buyer’s Guide, reviews of equipment and lots of free observing tools including interactive star charts for all latitudes.Schmidt-Cassegrain and Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescopes.History of the Ritchey-Chretien Cassegrain Reflector.FAQ about Telescopes – Discovery Channel.Lens Combinations: Telescopes – includes interactive Java applet.Binoculars for astronomy and observing other things in the night sky.HyperPhysics Concept Maps: Light and Vision – links to lots of information.Check out episode 7: Getting Started in Amateur Astronomy for tips and suggestions for the beginning amateur.
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