How to use the telescope and set it to see images

It depends on what kind of telescope you have.

The method of use is somewhat different.

Also we have to know what kind of mount you have,

equatorial or alta-zimuth.

Does your telescope have a go-to computerized mount.

The simple answer for a manually controlled telescopoe is:

1. Put in an eyepiece that has the highest number printed on its side - usually 25 mm, or 26 mm -

2. Aim the telescope at what you want to see in the night sky.

You can aim by sighting with your eye along the length of the telescope or by using the finder scope (a tiny telescope usually attached to the body of the main telescope).

3. After finding a target to look at, turn the focussing knobs slowly in one direction - if the image is getting blurrier then turn the knob in the opposite direction. Do this slowly and gently, until the image looks sharp.

4. Start by looking at a large target such as the moon. It is very easy to find and to aim at.

5. Get some books on beginning amateur astronomy. You can find a wide selection of these at your local library, or Google the internet for information of amateur astronomy.

I hope the above outline helps you to get started.

walt