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Old 28-12-2011, 01:43 AM
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Hi,
A quick suggestion.

Do all the collimating & focussing out-doors in the daytime.
It makes it easier, as the object does not move.

The following is a "just in case...."
NOTE: Do not point it anywhere near the sun or leave it un-attended at any time.

For collimating, find a telegraph post/TV antenna/tree? at least a kilometer away.
Use the 32mm eyepiece.
Find the object in the telescope, centre it & adjust the finder to centre it.

For fine tuning, use the 10mm EP & repeat the process.

You should be able to check if the focuser functions normally in daylight.

Easy as...

Happy New Year.
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