just bought telescope but not sure how to use it

[themis1985]

hi i am new to astronomy, my objective is just to see the moon and stars at night.

i just bought a telescope powerseeker 70EQ, but i have no idea how to set it up.

anyone willing to help me out and to see some stars together please contact me at 81869588.

im more than willing to chill out and learn how to use a telescope so i can see some nice stars at night.

Living in jurong area.

Many thanks!!!!!!!!

[Mariner]

Whereabout in Jurong?

[themis1985]

I'm near Chinese garden MRT actually.

I tried to follow the instructions but I think I'm doing it totally wrong.

[Mariner]

Maguro77 and dysam are in your area if I'm not mistakened.

[Gary]

Hi themis1985. Welcome to the forum!

This is a setting up video of 80EQ which is similar to your telescope. You may find it useful:


If don't mind bringing your setup to Toa Payoh, I can try to help you out. PM me to arrange a meet up. Else, you can also try to attend the sidewalk sessions listed in this forum.

Alternatively, if you can elaborate in more details why you think you set it up wrongly after following the instructions, we may be able to give you some pointers here in the forum.

Congrats on getting a telescope, enjoy the learning process and have great fun exploring the Universe!

[themis1985]

hi guys,

thanks for the welcome and the tips!

ill definately meet you guys up for some star gazing sessions!

[antares2063]

Some singastro members are headed to Safra Jurong this weekend

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wishing all clear skies !

Regards,
Junwei