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thanks Malcolm,
my goals are;
1) observing, both planets and if possible further afield albeit deep space can come later with an upgrade
2) migration path for the future
3) ability to connect a webcam and PC
4) GOTO (GPS) I love the idea of the Meade system whereby you can also get comentary of the object in view. i see this as a wonderful learning experience!
5) Backyard viewing (mainly) although theres a potentially good spot about 5 mins away to setup with low light polution
6) enjoyment for friends/family by way of either direct viewing with the scope or remote via webcam connected to scope and to one of my "many PCs" I would possibly dedicate one for this hobby
7) As ive had a basic scope for 2 years this is the next step
last but not least, i never tend to do things half cocked, and i always try to avoid with any purchase thinking "i wish i had got the other one" so i tend to spend a bit extra if necessary to get what i want. ( and I maintain that if you are going to do it then its worth doing it properly)
THKS
Mark
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