[Johnsan]

Hi everyone,

I'm John and I am from Perth. I scored a fully functional Meade Polaris 60EQ-D telescope from a mate, and have already set it up last night. I've got the 25, 12 and 4 mm lenses plus. 3x Barlow lens. The 4mm seems to have black lines running all over it, so i might have to replace that one. I managed to get a great view of the moon last night, and I think I saw Jupiter too! This is one of the coolest things I have seen. Really looking forward to getting into this!

I do have a few questions though. I noticed that there are star charts I can use. How do I use them? Also, my focus knobs seem to be a little jerky especially when using the smaller lenses. Can I smooth them out a little?

Also, how do I use the counterweight properly? I didn't really understand that in the instructions.

I'm going to try the Barlow lens tonight to see if I can get closer. I also managed to take a few photos using my iPhone, so I am stoked!

Thanks,
John