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Originally Posted by Rob_K
I don't see what the fuss is. A 114x900mm reflector is a perfectly good scope, and while I haven't actually used a DSE scope, I'd imagine it is a re-branded Chinese scope not much different to Celestron's and others. This size is one that will ensure good use, and from personal experience I can tell you that I have spent untold enjoyable nights out under the stars with a cheap 114mm scope. Sometimes I get sick of the 'elitist' replies that newcomers get, always telling them to go for big dobs, better eyepieces etc - spend, spend, spend. Not necessary, and not everyone has the money.
Sandusky's question was simple, and hasn't been answered. Someone out there might have a finder scope & counterweight for you - if you can't locate a finder scope, then mobs like Andrews & Bintel have very cheap red dot finders. These are very easy to use. (Spend, LOL!)  You may be able to make up a counterweight to clamp on.
As far as a manual goes, this one should cover all you want to know:
http://www.skywatchertelescope.net/s...AL_EQ1and2.pdf
Good luck with it all -
Cheers - |
Agree with ya here. I have a Meade 114mm newt and gives perfectly good views. Does well even at 200x, and have enjoyed it for 7 years before I was able to upgrade. Got it when I was 12 and was thrilled to see the Great red spot on Jupiter with it and the cassini division in Saturn's rings. I intend to keep it as a grab n go, the optics are pretty decent.