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ENGLISH I 25
To find objects using the setting circles:
1. Select an object to observe. Use a planisphere, star atlas, or astronomy app or program to make sure the object you chose
is above the horizon. As you become more familiar with the night sky, this will no longer be necessary.
2. Look up the coordinates of your target.
3. Hold the telescope and release the DEC lock knob.
4. Move the telescope in declination until the indicator is pointing at the correct declination coordinate.
5. Lock the DEC lock knob to prevent the telescope from moving.
6. Hold the telescope and release the RA lock knob.
7. Move the telescope in RA until the indicator points to the correct coordinate.
8. Lock the RA lock knob to prevent the telescope from slipping in RA.
Due to errors in polar alignment and the accuracy of the setting circles on this equatorial mount, it is unlikely that you will see
the object in your telescope’s eyepiece. You will need to use the slow motion controls and perform a slow circular search
until the object falls into the field of view.
Please note that the use of setting circles is more complicated than the simple method described in the “Star Hopping”
section above. It is recommended to start with Star Hopping, but with a little patience and some practice, setting circles can
be a viable way to locate objects in the night sky. Try practicing on bright stars or even planets as they are relatively easy to
see in your finderscope until you get the hang of it.
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