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Old 18-04-2017, 07:38 AM
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Before dodging up a tripod mount turn the whole thing over and you might find the existing mount has a threaded hole already to mount to a camera tripod a similiar tabletop dob I have has this feature. Aiming is problematic and a red dot finder could work but since you cant lock the position of the scope its not a usable solution I dont feel. You'll just keep bumping it all out of position and using a red dot finder to put a target in the eyepiece is difficult enough on a good setup anyway without some hunting around.

Perhaps you're expecting too much for the cheapest entry level scope. You really should get yourself a star map (pocket book or app) and learn how to navigate the stars or "star hop" which is still a skill you need with a large computerised telescope. Astronomy is not a 30 second hobby, takes time and patience.
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