Binoculars may be the best starter telescope for you! Learn how to choose between binoculars and a telescope in this free home astronomy equipment video from a telescope designer and manufacturer.
In spite of all of those childhood warnings, telescopes can be used to look at the sun with the proper filters. Find out how to buy telescope accessories in this free video on home astronomy from a telescope salesperson
Use the Internet or local library to research astronomy. Find out where to learn more about outfitting telescopes in this free video on home astronomy from a telescope salesperson. Expert: Jesse Sturgeon Bio: Jesse Sturgeon has served as a sales and customer service representative for Anacortes Telescope in Anacortes, Wash.
Barlow eyepieces for telescopes are sold in different magnification factors. Find out about a Barlow eyepiece for a telescope in this free video on home astronomy from a telescope salesperson
When choosing a telescope eyepiece, remember that more space between the eye and the lens allows for more adjustment possibilities. Compare different styles of eyepieces for telescopes with the shopping tips in this free video on home astronomy from a telescope salesperson
When buying a telescope, select a finder scope that is comfortable to look through. Decide what type of finder scope to purchase for a telescope with the buying tips in this free video on home astronomy from a telescope salesperson
The aperture of a telescope refers to its ability to gather light. Find out which aperture to choose when buying a telescope in this free video on home astronomy from a telescope salesperson. Expert: Jesse Sturgeon Bio: Jesse Sturgeon has served as a sales and customer service representative for Anacortes Telescope in Anacortes, Wash.
Accessories to protect telescopes and make them easier to use are good investments. Buy useful accessories for telescopes with the shopping tips in this free video on home astronomy from a telescope salesperson.
A reflecting telescope should only be used for night sky viewing.
GoTo telescope mounts have electronic motors for both the horizontal axis and vertical axis.