collimating a helios refractor?

Hi,
are there any good webpages that describe the collimation process for a
helios refractor? Ive got the eye peice but dont know how to use it properly

many thanks for any advice

Hayley

Simon wrote:
Hi,
are there any good webpages that describe the collimation process for a
helios refractor?

Let's start at the beginning: why do you think it needs collimating? The
reason I ask is that it probably shouldn't.

Ive got the eye peice but dont know how to use it properly

Put the star diagonal (right-angled thingummyjig that seems to have a
mirror inside) into the telescope's focuser, then put the eyepiece into
the diagonal. This should enable you to get an image of a distant
object. Do not expect to be able to focus on close objects.


Best,
Stephen

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Hi,

thanks for the reply, its just that ive never checked it, and its nice to
know your getting the best out of your scope, are scopes nearly always set
up ok at the factory?

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Simon wrote:
Hi,
are there any good webpages that describe the collimation process for a
helios refractor?

Let's start at the beginning: why do you think it needs collimating? The
reason I ask is that it probably shouldn't.

Ive got the eye peice but dont know how to use it properly

Put the star diagonal (right-angled thingummyjig that seems to have a
mirror inside) into the telescope's focuser, then put the eyepiece into
the diagonal. This should enable you to get an image of a distant
object. Do not expect to be able to focus on close objects.


Best,
Stephen

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Simon wrote:
thanks for the reply, its just that ive never checked it, and its nice
to know your getting the best out of your scope,

Do a star test to check it. Basic details in the tutorial section of my
web site.

Best,
Stephen

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