Collimating a Newtonian Reflector -  A Guide for Novice Telescope Owners

by Joe Cali (OzEclipse)

Collimating a Newtonian reflector fills new telescope owners with fear yet it is a relatively simple process. With the telescope in a normal position, pointing about 20-30 degrees above horizontal, look into the eyepiece holder with the eyepiece...

Using a Newtonian to view the planets - for complete beginners

Using your Newtonian telescope to view the planets is relatively straightforward. However, a little care and attention will pay off with a more rewarding experience.

by Joe Cali (OzEclipse)

This article was inspired by a question that that was posted on a Facebook astronomy...