Taxman,
I'm also tending to think you have unrealistic expectations for the TV. That is a lot of loot for not a whole lot of 'scope. Have you actually been able to look through one yet?
As you can see, I have a Skywatcher 100 ED. Yes, it yields very pretty views of open clusters and a tad more contrast on planets. Very nice on the moon too. Would I have it as an only 'scope? Not on your life.
There was a story about the financial advisor telling a client who had a less than stellar idea about making some easy money.
"Go down to the beach, lay down in the warm sun and wait for the feeling to go away".
I'd be looking real hard for a used unit. Good luck with whatever you do.
Mark.
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