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  • 24-01-2015 12:30pm
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    MrBinbetweener
    Registered Users Posts: 59 ✭✭


    I baught my daughter a telescope (from smyths).....we have had it a few months and dont have a clue what part goes where....the instructions are awful.....looking to bring it somewhere to get advice or guidance-PLEASE HELP.


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    Novaman
    Registered Users Posts: 63 ✭✭Novaman


    MrBinbetweener wrote: »
    I baught my daughter a telescope (from smyths).....we have had it a few months and dont have a clue what part goes where....the instructions are awful.....looking to bring it somewhere to get advice or guidance-PLEASE HELP.

    Hi, scopes and space are here:
    http://www.scopesandspace.ie

    And Ktec telescopes:
    http://www.ktectelescopes.ie

    Also why not join IFAS:
    www.irishastronomy.ie

    Have fun!

    NM


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    ngcxt6
    Closed Accounts Posts: 122 ✭✭ngcxt6


    Any idea what make and model it is?


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    murphyme2010
    Registered Users Posts: 228 ✭✭murphyme2010


    Hi,

    The IAS will be in Sandymount on the 30th and Clontarf on the 31st.
    If you bring the scope along we can have a look at it for you.

    Michael.


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    MrBinbetweener
    Registered Users Posts: 59 ✭✭MrBinbetweener


    I copied this of the product spec.....is it even a good telescope as its so hard to focus or figure out what part goes where .

    375 POWER 50MM ASTRONOMICAL TERRESTRIAL TELESCOPE IN CARRYING CASE

    Packing details:
    PACKING: 4 SETS/CARTON
    MEASUREMENT: 3.10 Cu.Ft.
    NET WEIGHT: 24.3 LBS
    GROSS WEIGHT: 27.0 LBS
    BOX SIZE: 24.4"(L) x 4.4"(W) x 11.6"(H)
    MASTER CARTON SIZE: 24.9"(L) x 17.9"(W) x 12.0"(H)
    * EACH SET PACKED IN STYLISH PLASTIC WINDOW CARRYING CASE

    Technical Specifications:
    OBJECTIVE DIAMETER : 50mm (1.97”)
    FOCAL LENGTH : 500mm
    EYEPIECES : 20mm, 4mm
    ACCESSORIES : DIAGONAL MIRROR, ERECTOR LENS / 21X MICROSCOPE & 3X BARLOW LENS (INCLUDED)
    TRIPOD : 18 INCHES (45 CM)

    Components:
    • ALUMINIUM TELESCOPE BODY WITH ALUMINIUM TRIPOD IN A STYLISH CARRYING CASE
    • OBJECTIVE LENS CAP
    • OBJECTIVE LENS
    • LENS HOOD
    • TELESCOPE TUBE
    • BRACKET
    • KNOB BOLT
    • TRIPOD LEGS
    • FOCUSING TUBE HOLDER

    • FOCUSING TUBE
    • EYEPIECES
    • EYEPIECE CAP
    • WASHER
    • DIAGONAL MIRROR
    • ERECTOR LENS / 21X MICROSCOPE
    • OCULAR OF ERECTING EYEPIECE
    • BARLOW LENS


    Item No# 3066 Add to enquiry under “Contact Us”


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    Pat Dunne
    Registered Users Posts: 3,004 ✭✭✭Pat Dunne


    Is it this one? http://www.smythstoys.com/ie/en-ie/toys/arts-creativity-music/c-552/microscopes-telescopes/p-567/375x-power-50mm-astronomical-telescope/


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    mickmackey1
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 3,288 ✭✭✭mickmackey1


    Sorry but the advice is always to avoid toy store 'telescopes' - they generally turn out to be worthless pieces of rubbish. A genuine telescope is a serious piece of kit and should only be purchased from reputable and specialised dealers.

    You can get a quality pair of binoculars for under 100 euro.


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    MrBinbetweener
    Registered Users Posts: 59 ✭✭MrBinbetweener


    I know .....its just she wanted one for her birthday and i was on a budget. Do my specs make any sense...is it any good?


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    mickmackey1
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 3,288 ✭✭✭mickmackey1


    It's just a toy I'm afraid, it's of no use for astronomical purposes.


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    Pat Dunne
    Registered Users Posts: 3,004 ✭✭✭Pat Dunne


    MrBinbetweener wrote: »
    I know .....its just she wanted one for her birthday and i was on a budget. Do my specs make any sense...is it any good?

    If it is the telescope I linked to in my earlier reply.
    Pat Dunne wrote: »
    Is it this one? http://www.smythstoys.com/ie/en-ie/toys/arts-creativity-music/c-552/microscopes-telescopes/p-567/375x-power-50mm-astronomical-telescope/

    The scope will be probably just about OK for observing the Moon and that's all. If you can repack it and have the till receipt, I'd bring it back and ask for your money back (not a credit note).

    Have a look at the links provided in the earlier post from Novaman http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=93986494&postcount=2
    Buy a pair of Binoculars with a Tripod, they'll give you much more bang for your buck and are the ideal way to start observing.


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